It’s been a great year to be involved with gold. For example, the SPDR Gold Shares (NYSEARCA:GLD), is higher by 24.5%. However, it’s an even better time to embrace gold stocks. The VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF (NYSEARCA:GDX) proves as much with year-to-date gain of almost 32%. Those data points underscore the double-edged sword that
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Roku (NASDAQ:ROKU) stock surged to all-time highs after the streaming device maker reported quarterly figures that absolutely crushed revenue and profit expectations. Source: Fozan Ns / Shutterstock.com Specifically, Roku topped revenue estimates by over 20% — growing revenues by a record-high 73% year-over-year — while reporting a sizable profit in the quarter (Wall Street was
Guggenheim Partner’s Scott Minerd told CNBC that Wednesday’s rally on Wall Street makes sense, despite the uncertain outcome in the presidential race between President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden. “I was always of the opinion, regardless of the outcome, short of getting anarchy in the street, that this would be good for stocks,” the
Take a look at some of the biggest movers in the premarket: CVS Health (CVS) – CVS named Executive Vice President Karen Lynch as its next CEO, effective Feb. 1, replacing the retiring Larry Merlo. Separately, CVS reported better-than-expected sales and profit for its latest quarter, as prescription drug volumes rebounded. Shares rose 2% in
Hertz Global Holdings (OTCMKTS:HTZGQ) is now trading on the “pink sheets” as an unlisted security. On Oct. 30, the New York Stock Exchange filed SEC Form 25 and kicked Hertz stock off of the NYSE with immediate effect. Source: Eric Glenn/Shutterstock.com This is an indication that Hertz stock has virtually no value and no one
The Trade Desk (NASDAQ:TTD) stock took off like a rocket ship in early November after the programmatic advertising leader reported huge revenue and profit beats in its third-quarter earnings report. Source: shutterstock.com Specifically, The Trade Desk topped revenue estimates by an impressive 20%, while almost tripling consensus earnings estimates. TTD stock soared about 30% to
Array Technologies (NASDAQ:ARRY) is a play on the solar sector, and that sector has moved higher over the past four years — despite President Donald Trump’s benign neglect. What’s more, it’s natural to believe that the likely Joe Biden administration will be friendlier to solar and other renewable energy sectors. But does that mean it’s
Warren Buffett Gerard Miller | CNBC As the coronavirus pandemic weighs on its operating earnings and stock price, Berkshire Hathaway ramped up its stock repurchasing program even more in the third quarter, nearly doubling the record buyback from the second quarter. Warren Buffett’s conglomerate bought back $9 billion of its own stock, it was revealed
The labor market was stronger than expected in October, showing good momentum ahead of the latest wave of coronavirus cases. The economy added 638,000 nonfarm payrolls and the unemployment rate fell by a full percentage point to 6.9%. The government compiled the data for the report in the middle of October. Stock futures temporarily erased
Ternium (NYSE:TX) announced its third-quarter earnings results this week and reported a significant bottom-line beat. $0.74 per share was the number reported, which was $0.43 per share north of consensus. The company also beat on the top line as sales came in at $2.14 billion ($113 million ahead of consensus). These numbers really demonstrate how
2020 has seen investors chase some strange stocks, but Luckin Coffee (OTCMKTS:LKNCY) might be at the top of the list. Luckin disclosed one of the most brazen frauds in history, leading its stock to plunge. But since the disclosure, investors have piled in: Luckin stock now has nearly quadrupled from late June lows. Source: abolukbas
Square (NYSE:SQ) stock popped to all-time highs in early November after its third-quarter earnings report absolutely crushed analyst estimates. Source: Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock.com Specifically, Square’s Q3 revenues came in about 50% above expectations, while profits doubled consensus estimates. SQ stock rallied more than 10% in response. Zooming out, the huge third quarter earnings beat
Turning on the television this week has likely made you want to run out and sell all your stocks. Or at least stay far away from investing. Source: Shutterstock But despite all the negative spin we’re hearing from the media … stocks rallied like crazy. And yet we still do not know who will lead
Americans appear to want divided government, and that could spell good news for growth stocks, CNBC’s Jim Cramer said Wednesday. “Finally, we can stop fretting about politics and start focusing on business and your money again, because a divided Congress and a blue White House … is nirvana for growth stocks,” the “Mad Money” host
Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Roku — Streaming platform Roku jumped 11% after the company reported a surprise adjusted profit for its third quarter. The company posted 9 cents in earnings per share on $452 million in revenue. Analysts had projected a loss of 40 cents per share and $366 million
As we discussed last week — besides the fundamental economic issues the market is dealing with — the uncertainty around election day and Covid-19 have and will continue to contribute to increased volatility in the short term. Source: Shutterstock And unfortunately, all three of those issues remain unresolved after election day. Now, we understand these
It’s been a volatile year for investors in general. And nowhere has that been more true than in high yield dividend stocks. In March and April, there was a massive number of companies that slashed or entirely suspended their dividends. This year has been a period of devastation for income-focused investors, particularly in sectors like
Electric vehicle (EV) makers have been in demand this year, Nikola (NASDAQ:NKLA) included. However, Nikola stock has fallen out of favor with investors, just as it should. Even with the stock’s major decline, it’s still one to avoid. Source: Stephanie L Sanchez / Shutterstock.com Nikola has a potentially big contract with General Motors (NYSE:GM) hanging
Investors have been distracted by election-related issues, but there’s a hidden winner amidst the confusion. I’m referring to Penn National Gaming (NASDAQ:PENN). But, how exactly are PENN stock holders winning? Source: Casimiro PT / Shutterstock.com Overall, the company — which owns gaming and racing properties and machines, as well as a stake in sports betting and
Axon (NASDAQ:AAXN) stock popped to all time highs in early November after the law enforcement technology solutions provider reported blowout third quarter numbers which breezed past expectations and included a healthy fourth quarter guide. Source: Shutterstock Specifically, Axon’s revenues came in 10% above expectations — rising nearly 30% year-over-year — while earnings per share doubled