Two of the biggest names in artificial intelligence (AI) just announced big job cuts. On Thursday, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) announced that it’s offering early retirement to up to 7% of its U.S. workforce. On the same day, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) said it would be laying off 10% of its employees (about 8,000 jobs) and

The war in Iran is one of the biggest stories thus far in 2026. How it plays out will undoubtedly impact global markets and how well the S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.12%) does this year. Right now, the broad index is up over 4% as investors don’t appear overly concerned, as U.S. President Donald Trump often

It might go without saying that investing in the stock market can lead to long-term wealth creation. An important strategy to ensure lasting success, which might sometimes be overlooked, is to build a diversified portfolio. Of course, this involves picking businesses that operate in different industries, sell different products, and cater to different end customers.

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Sandisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) stock closed last week at an all-time high near $990 a share — and it’s starting this week right, too. Shares of the computer memory-maker jumped 4.2% through 10 a.m. this morning after Melius Research initiated coverage with a buy rating and a $1,350 price target. The analyst believes Sandisk shares will

Investors are breathing a sigh of relief as the S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.09%) has rebounded from a war-related drop to hit new highs. But is it too soon? The ceasefire has been holding steady, and oil prices are on their way down. Confident investors have been piling into tech stocks again, and the Nasdaq-100 index

The plans were approved at the High Court (PA) (PA Archive) Plans for money transfer services provider Wise to move its primary stock market listing from the UK to the US have been approved by a High Court judge. The British company announced the proposal last June to switch its primary listing from the London

The Morning Bull – US Market Morning Update Monday, Apr, 27 2026 US stock futures are slightly softer this morning, with E mini S&P 500 contracts slipping about 0.1%, as investors weigh stubborn inflation worries against a resilient tech backdrop. The US 10 year Treasury yield sits near 4.32%, which keeps borrowing costs elevated for

As European markets navigate a landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index recently experienced a decline, reflecting broader market sentiment. In such an environment, identifying promising small-cap stocks requires careful consideration of factors like resilience to market volatility and potential for growth in traditionally defensive sectors. Name Debt

Last week was another history-maker for Wall Street, with the benchmark S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) and iconic Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) launching to record-closing highs. Although the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI) didn’t reach a record high, it’s a stone’s throw away from one. Based on the performance of these indexes, you’d assume the

Bagsværd, Denmark, 27 April 2026 – On 4 February 2026, Novo Nordisk initiated a share repurchase programme in accordance with Article 5 of Regulation No 596/2014 of the European Parliament and Council of 16 April 2014 (MAR) and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052 of 8 March 2016 (the “Safe Harbour Rules”). This programme is

The S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.80%) and Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC +1.63%) aren’t the only things making history on Wall Street. Shortly, we’ll be witnessing the largest-ever initial public offering (IPO), courtesy of Elon Musk’s SpaceX. While several prominent private artificial intelligence superstars are expected to go public toward the end of this year, including OpenAI and

As the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices experience downward pressure due to weak trade data from China and declining commodity prices, investors in the United Kingdom are closely monitoring market conditions for opportunities. In such an environment, identifying stocks that may be trading below their estimated value can offer potential benefits, as these investments

Image source: Getty Images Whether we’re talking about an impending stock market crash or something less dramatic, it’s clear some of us feel that share prices are looking a bit frothy. Last week, Sarah Breeden, deputy governor for the Bank of England (BoE), said the quiet part out loud: “There’s a lot of risk out

Market Closed – Nasdaq Stockholm 12:00:00 2026-04-24 pm EDT 5-day change 1st Jan Change 120.20 SEK -21.54% -25.62% -23.54% Published on 04/27/2026 at 12:13 am EDT Finwire – Translated by Marketscreener Legal disclaimer Contact us to request a correction – See original Pareto Securities lowers its price target for Cellavision to SEK 140 (200) while

As Middle Eastern stock markets experience modest gains despite geopolitical tensions and economic challenges, investors are keenly observing the region’s small-cap companies for potential opportunities. In this environment, identifying stocks with strong fundamentals and resilience to external pressures can be crucial for navigating the complexities of the current market landscape. Name Debt To Equity Revenue

Delayed Japan Exchange 10:30:00 2026-04-26 pm EDT 5-day change 1st Jan Change 1,950.50 JPY -5.36% -5.91% -15.85% Published on 04/26/2026 at 10:41 pm EDT Reuters © Reuters – 2026 DurationAuto.2 months3 months6 months9 months1 year2 years5 years10 yearsMax. PeriodDayWeek Sumitomo Pharma Co Ltd, formerly Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma Co Ltd, is a Japan-based pharmaceutical company. The

U.S. Stock Market on Monday is heading for a volatile trading as S&P, Dow, and Russell 2000 futures were down in the pre-market trading. However, Nasdaq futures were up. S&P 500 futures eased 0.3 per cent, in a modest move after the cash market notched a record closing high on Friday ‌with investors snapping ⁠up

Five low-cost exchange-traded funds (ETFs) operated by investment management firm Vanguard underwent stock splits on April 21. And Broadcom (AVGO +0.62%) is a top 10 holding in four of those five funds. The next day, on April 22, Broadcom hit an all-time high amid a broader stock market rally and Alphabet-related news. Broadcom is expanding