In a remarkable display of market resilience and strategic positioning, KLA Corporation (NASDAQ: KLAC) has seen its stock performance soar, largely attributed to the insatiable global demand for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips. This surge in AI-driven semiconductor production has proven instrumental in offsetting the challenges posed by slowing sales in the critical Chinese market, [...]
New York, NY – December 2, 2025 – Investment banking giant Goldman Sachs has issued a stark warning to investors, particularly those engaged in retail trading, cautioning against the speculative fervor surrounding nascent industries like urban air mobility, epitomized by flying car (eVTOL) companies. The firm's recent analyses, including a comprehensive initiation
As 2025 draws to a close, Wall Street's leading analysts are largely painting a robust and optimistic picture for the stock market in the coming year, 2026. The prevailing sentiment is that the current bull market, significantly fueled by the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI), is set to continue
In a significant move poised to reshape the landscape of artificial intelligence infrastructure, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) has announced an expanded partnership with Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD), committing to adopt AMD’s innovative "Helios" rack architecture for its AI systems beginning in 2026. This strategic collaboration is set to accelerate the development and deployment [...]
Shares of precision motion systems specialist Allient (NASDAQ:ALNT)
jumped 2.9% in the afternoon session after investors weighed mixed signals, as positive analyst sentiment conflicted with recent insider selling and underlying business concerns.
Shares of search AI platform provider Elastic (NYSE:ESTC) jumped 2.3% in the afternoon session after the company announced a strategic investment in investigations software firm Siren.
Shares of online study and academic help platform Chegg (NYSE:CHGG) jumped 7.5% in the afternoon session after the stock appeared to rebound following a sharp decline in the previous trading session. The prior day's drop of over 8% occurred after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took action against a peer company, Illuminate Education, Inc., over a major data breach. That news had raised concerns among investors about the possibility of increased regulatory scrutiny and data security issues across the entire education technology industry. The stock's recovery happened as the broader market rallied, with renewed optimism about a potential Federal Reserve rate cut helping lift equities.
Shares of latin American e-commerce and fintech company MercadoLibre (NASDAQ:MELI) jumped 4.1% in the afternoon session after the company reported record sales volumes during the major shopping event, El Buen Fin.
Shares of enterprise AI software company C3.ai (NYSE:AI) jumped 2.2% in the afternoon session after investor optimism improved ahead of its second-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings report, scheduled for after the market close on December 3rd.
Shares of global entertainment and media company Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD)
jumped 3.2% in the afternoon session after reports revealed that streaming giant Netflix made a mostly cash offer to acquire the company.
Shares of packaged foods company General Mills (NYSE:GIS)
fell 2.9% in the afternoon session after the stock hit a new 52-week low amid mounting concerns over declining sales and increased government scrutiny of food industry pricing.
Shares of luxury electric car manufacturer Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) jumped 2.3% in the afternoon session after the stock bounced from its 52-week lows amid easing pressure on high-growth companies and high short interest in the name.
Shares of workforce housing company Target Hospitality (NASDAQ:TH)
fell 2.8% in the afternoon session after profit-taking followed a strong rally in the preceding trading sessions.
Shares of e-commerce florist and gift retailer 1-800-FLOWERS (NASDAQ:FLWS) jumped 1.9% in the afternoon session after the stock staged what appeared to be a technical rebound, which followed the company's weak third-quarter financial report. This rebound happened even though 1-800-FLOWERS reported that its revenues fell by 11.1% compared to the same period in the previous year, landing at $215.2 million. This figure also fell short of what analysts had expected by 1.2%. The quarter was described as soft for the company, which also had a significant miss on its earnings per share (EPS) estimates. The stock had declined since the earnings were announced, setting the stage for the subsequent bounce.
Spokane Valley, WA – December 2, 2025 – Solstice Advanced Materials, a pivotal player in the global semiconductor supply chain, today announced a groundbreaking $200 million expansion and modernization of its electronic materials facility in Spokane Valley, Washington. This monumental investment, unveiled on December 2, 2025, is set to redefine the landscape of semiconductor manufacturing, [...]
Shares of auto parts and accessories retailer AutoZone (NYSE:AZO)
fell 2.7% in the afternoon session after a Morgan Stanley report highlighted potential headwinds for the company, including tariffs and increased investments in business operations. The investment bank pointed to tariffs, which are taxes on imported goods, as a potential factor that could increase costs. The report also noted that AutoZone's own investments in selling, general, and administrative expenses—the day-to-day costs of running the business—could create challenges. Despite these concerns, the analysis acknowledged that the company could still see benefits from favorable long-term trends within the auto parts industry.
Shares of software supply chain platform JFrog (NASDAQ:FROG) jumped 3.2% in the afternoon session after KeyBanc reiterated its "Overweight" rating and a $71 price target on the stock.
Shares of e-commerce platform Shopify (NYSE:SHOP) jumped 5.5% in the afternoon session after the company announced record-breaking Black Friday-Cyber Monday sales.
Shares of financial guidance platform NerdWallet (NASDAQ:NRDS) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after the stock hit a 52-week high, continuing positive momentum from a recent strong earnings report that surpassed expectations.
Shares of plant-based protein company Beyond Meat (NASDAQ:BYND)
fell 3.7% in the afternoon session after the stock reversed course following a massive, multi-day rally that appeared to be driven by a short squeeze rather than any positive company news.
Shares of restaurant company Cracker Barrel (NASDAQ:CBRL)
fell 2.1% in the afternoon session after analysts lowered their price targets for the company, signaling concern about its near-term financial outlook.
The global stock market stands at a critical juncture in December 2025, a landscape defined by a delicate balance of cautious optimism, disruptive innovation, and pervasive uncertainty. While major indices have enjoyed a remarkable year-to-date ascent, the air is thick with apprehension, with strategists warning that the traditional "Santa Claus
A monumental $150 million in incentives from the CHIPS and Science Act is set to propel XLight, a U.S. startup, to the forefront of advanced semiconductor manufacturing through its groundbreaking free-electron laser (FEL) technology. This strategic investment, announced via a non-binding preliminary Letter of Intent from the Department of Commerce’s CHIPS Research and Development Office, [...]
Manufacturing continues to suffer from stagflation as it remains in contraction while input costs continue to rise. AI's potential to reduce service costs setups a contrasting economic dynamic to watch in 2026.
The financial markets are navigating a complex landscape as December 2025 begins, characterized by cautious trading, significant anticipation for upcoming economic data, and a palpable shift in expectations towards a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. With major indices showing mixed performance early in the month, investors are keenly watching for
San Francisco, CA – December 2, 2025 – In a move set to redefine the landscape of artificial intelligence and semiconductor innovation, Ricursive Intelligence today announced the official launch of its Frontier AI Lab. With a substantial $35 million in seed funding, the nascent company is embarking on an ambitious mission: to transform semiconductor design [...]
New York, NY – December 2, 2025 – The financial markets concluded a remarkable trading day today, December 2, 2025, witnessing substantial gains across major U.S. indices, with the Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones Industrial Average leading the charge. This bullish momentum was further amplified by a significant rebound in Bitcoin,
Falcon's Beyond shares surge on Tuesday after the company was preliminarily slated for Russell 2000 inclusion, boosting visibility despite ongoing losses.
While Nutanix got wrecked following its latest financial disclosure, a deeper look via probability mapping shows a potential contrarian opportunity in NTNX stock.
Bloomberg consensus is +7K for ADP release. What does this imply for the BLS private NFP measure (implied preliminary benchmark)? Pretty flat movement in October and November…
Soybeans are posting fractional to penny losses across most contracts on Tuesday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is 3/4 cents lower at $10.57 1/2. Soymeal futures are down $1.30 to $1.80, with Soy Oil futures 23 to 27 points higher. T...
Live cattle futures are up $3.97 to $4.60 so far on Tuesday. Cash trade has yet to take place this week. Last week was $220 in the South, with some northern trade at $208-210. Feeder cattle futures are rallying, with $7.50 to $7.90 gains on Tuesday...
The wheat complex is showing strength on Tuesday. Chicago SRW futures are 4 to 7 cents higher on Tuesday. KC HRW futures are 5 to 6 cents in the green on Tuesday. MPLS spring wheat are up 4 to 5 cents at midday. There were no deliveries issued again...
Cotton futures are steady to 8 points lower across most contracts on Tuesday. Crude oil futures are down 47 cents per barrel at $58.85 on the day, with the US dollar index $0.008 higher to $99.370. The December 1 online auction from The Seam showed 6...
Corn futures are up 4 to 5 cents on Tuesday’s midday. There were another 76 deliveries issued against December futures overnight. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is back up 4 ½ cents at $4.04 3/4. Support is coming from threats from R...
Lean hog futures are mixed, with December up 12 cents and other contracts down 25 to 50 cents. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $70.06 on Tuesday morning. The CME Lean Hog Index was down another 35 cents on November 28 at $81.67. USDA’...
InPlay Global unveils Performance Securities, a regulated market turning sports teams into tradeable assets, blending finance and fandom with transparent price discovery ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
