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Alphabet vs. Apple: Which Buffett Stock Wins on AI?
Buffett holds both Apple and Alphabet, but their AI strategies are diverging fast. Here's how they stack up.
Laurene Powell Jobs Lost $100M on Skydance Stock Investment
Powell Jobs bought $250M in Skydance shares at $12 each through a trust. The stock now trades near $6.80, a roughly 43% drop.
82 Crypto Projects Shut Down in 2026 as Funding Runs Dry
A wave of closures is sweeping the crypto industry in 2026, with 82 projects folding due to revenue collapse, depleted funding, and security breaches.
Apple Stock Looks Expensive: Ways to Build a Position for Less
Apple shares face a valuation headwind. Investors have options to gain exposure without paying full price.
S&P 500 Could Drop 15% as Bull Market Quietly Tops Out
Analysts warn bull markets fade gradually, not dramatically, and a 15% S&P 500 correction may already be underway.
Oil Prices Dip as Trump Sanction Waiver Risks Flooding Market
Crude oil slipped after reports that a Trump sanction waiver could unlock additional Russian fuel supplies, pressuring global prices.
Earnings Season Faces Bond Yield Pressure in Market Showdown
Strong corporate earnings are clashing with rising borrowing costs, putting equity markets to the test as bond yields climb.
Stablecoin Payments Surge 45% as Visa, Mastercard, Stripe Expand Crypto
Stablecoin supply growth has plateaued, but payment volumes jumped 45% as major fintech giants deepen crypto-to-cash infrastructure.
Bank of England Warns Hedge Funds Risk Global Bond Market Shock
A senior Bank of England official says hedge fund activity is amplifying the risk of a destabilizing global bond market event.
Fidelity Flags Solana Strengths and Risks in New Report
Fidelity praises Solana's two-year outage-free run but warns that stake, hosting, and client concentration warrant close monitoring.
Bitcoin Falls Below $80K as US PPI Posts Biggest Jump Since 2022
Bitcoin slipped under $80,000 after September producer inflation surpassed forecasts by 100 basis points, marking the steepest monthly gain in over two years.
AI Stock Selloff Drives Investors Toward Bonds and Defensive Sectors
A deepening tech rout is pushing investors out of AI-linked names and into government bonds and defensive equities.
Harvard Endowment Surges 27% in Fiscal 2026, Led by SpaceX
Harvard's endowment posted its best return since 2021, with SpaceX emerging as the fund's top holding driving the 27% gain.
Houthi Threats Against Saudi Arabia Shake Gulf Stock Markets
Yemen's Houthi rebels warned of fresh strikes on Saudi Arabia, sending Gulf stock markets lower amid renewed regional security fears.
Democrats' Midterm Sweep Could Deepen AI Tech Selloff
AI stocks are already under pressure, but a Democratic midterm sweep in November could transform the selloff into a full-blown crash.
Intermex Shares Drop as California Deal Review Raises Concerns
Intermex stock fell after reports suggested California's review of a pending deal may reflect new regulatory leadership priorities.
Kraken's Parent Company Wins Full Dubai Approval for Dirham Trading
Payward secures final VARA clearance in Dubai, unlocking dirham-denominated crypto trading in the UAE market.
Nasdaq CEO: Tokenization Could Unlock Tens of Billions in Collateral
Adena Friedman told TOKEN2049 that moving assets onto blockchains could free trapped capital, as Nasdaq advances a live SEC-approved settlement pilot.
Bitcoin Mined for Pennies in 2010 Moves After 16 Years, Now Worth $8.5M
A dormant Bitcoin wallet from 2010 suddenly moved funds worth $8.5 million, reigniting speculation about early crypto holders.
Bessent Advisor Says Sky-High Treasury Yields Could Fall Soon
David Zervos acknowledges yields are 'really, really high' after 10- and 30-year rates hit 24-year peaks, but sees relief ahead.
Iran Threatens More Hormuz Blockades as Tanker Attack Risks Climb
Iran has vowed to expand disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, raising alarm over escalating attack risks for oil tankers transiting the critical waterway.
Costco Sales Strength Lifts Cramer's Confidence in the Stock
Jim Cramer turned more bullish on Costco after the retailer's September sales report showed notable resilience.
NUVA Opens U.S. Residential Mortgage Credit to Global Investors
NUVA is bridging offshore capital markets to U.S. home loans, giving international investors new access to domestic mortgage credit.
Gen Z Overtakes Boomers as Top Spenders in High-End Art Market
A new survey finds Gen Z has become the most active buyers of high-end art, displacing Baby Boomers who long dominated the market.
Jim Cramer Eyes Stock Buys Amid Market Volatility
CNBC's Jim Cramer signals a buying mood and shares stocks on his radar during the Investing Club Morning Meeting.
How Buffett Turned a $35B Apple Bet Into $185B Pretax Windfall
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway transformed a $35 billion Apple stake into $185 billion pretax, showcasing the power of long-term investing.
Jim Cramer's 20% Rule: How to Spot Winning Stocks
CNBC's Jim Cramer shares a simple percentage-based rule he uses to identify stocks with strong upside potential.
Warren Buffett's 3 Favorite Stocks and Why He Chose Them
Warren Buffett has publicly named three stocks as personal favorites. Here's what makes them stand out in his portfolio.
VWO vs SPGM: Key Differences Between Two Popular ETFs
VWO targets emerging markets while SPGM offers broad global exposure. Here's how the two ETFs stack up for investors.
SCHH vs RWR: Comparing Two Major REIT ETFs for Investors
Two prominent real estate ETFs go head-to-head. Here's how SCHH and RWR stack up for portfolio fit.
August Stock Market Slump: Why the Myth Persists on Wall Street
Over 200 years of data contradict the idea that August is bad for stocks, yet Wall Street keeps repeating the warning.
Meta Stock Split History: What Makes It Unique Among Mag 7
Meta Platforms stands out among trillion-dollar tech giants for a specific reason tied to its stock split history and market structure.
Three Stocks Worth Holding Through Any Market Condition
Some investors identify core holdings they refuse to sell regardless of volatility. Here's the case for long-term conviction picks.