Stocks
If The Federal Government Shuts Down, So Does Defense
A possible government shutdown could harm defense sector earnings this quarter. Historically, shutdowns discourage investors.
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Stocks
As Beef Lags, Investors are Betting on Smithfield Pork
As the cost of beef has climbed over the last few years, Americans have been swapping out their hamburgers for chicken sandwiches.
Stocks
Copper mining equities are rebounding despite tariff chaos, driven by global demand
After a wild summer driven by chaos in the price of US copper, copper mining equities have begun to rebound – signalling that Donald Trump’s tariffs don’t matter all that much in the face of global demand for the red metal.
Gap
Apparel Retail Industry Rises Despite Tariffs
Denim made its return this summer to Gap Inc. and American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.’s window displays.
Stocks
Yoga Pants Are Out, Essentials Are In: Lululemon Downgraded Amid Consumers’ Spending Shift
Yoga pants are losing favor on Wall Street to a much less sexy option — discount stores. As of Sept. 23, Lululemon’s (LULU) stock had dipped by 47% over the past six months.
Stocks
Wall Street Continues to Shrug Off Headwinds, Says Beer Stocks Will Prove Resilient
Beer makers face slowing sales and falling shares, but analysts remain bullish on the sector’s long-term prospects despite weakening near-term forecasts.
Stocks
Beauty sector’s bad days may be over
Among makeup and skin care stocks, e.l.f. stands out with a rise after a plunge High-end makeup is still glowing, but it’s the low-cost producer e.l.f.
Stocks
Homebuilders Bet Federal Rate Cuts Will Hammer Down Mortgage Rates
Homebuilder stocks are rebounding off their near-nine month lows as investors bet on Donald Trump winning his fight with the Federal Reserve over interest rates.
Estée Lauder
Investors favor affordable luxury stocks over Michael Kors like Ralph Lauren, Coach
While it might seem like many women in Midtown Manhattan are donning Michael Kors bags, investors are tightening their pursestrings on Capri Holdings– Jimmy Choo and Kors’ parent company, in favor of buying shares of other affordable luxury stocks like Tapestry or Ralph Lauren.
Energy
Renewables hold their own under Trump
Tax credits, AI boom lift First Solar, Brookfield Renewable to outperform indexes Eid Broughton is not an environmental investor.
Stocks
As home sales struggle, homebuilder stocks surge
The housing market has been in a slump this year. But smart business tactics – plus a little help from the Fed – have allowed stock prices for some of the top builders to soar.
Aerospace and Defense
Kratos and Planet Labs Soar on AI Hype, but Aerospace and Defense Giants Loom
In less than six months, Wall Street has catapulted the shares of two small aerospace and defense companies into the stratosphere.