alexsl/iStock via Getty Images The S&P 500 Index (SP500, SPY) struggled in February. Often a tough month, U.S. large caps gave back 1% after a solid beginning to 2026 . But it wasn’t all doom and gloom, particularly for diversified investors. The S&P MidCap 400 ETF ( MDY ) jumped 3.5% for its best monthly close, while the Russell 2000 ETF ( IWM ) managed to finish about unchanged in the first quar...
alexsl/iStock via Getty Images The S&P 500 Index (SP500, SPY) struggled in February. Often a tough month, U.S. large caps gave back 1% after a solid beginning to 2026 . But it wasn’t all doom and gloom, particularly for diversified investors. The S&P MidCap 400 ETF ( MDY ) jumped 3.5% for its best monthly close, while the Russell 2000 ETF ( IWM ) managed to finish about unchanged in the first quarter’s middle month. There was major strength internationally . The Vanguard FTSE All-World Ex-US ETF ( VEU ) soared 5%, finishing February with its 14 th consecutive weekly climb on a total return basis. The U.S. dollar Index ETF ( UUP ) actually gained 1%, making VEU’s intense relative strength all the more impressive. Over in the bond market, the iShares US Aggregate Bond ETF ( AGG ) logged a nearly 2% total return , thanks to falling Treasury rates. The benchmark 10-year rate ( US10Y ) dipped under 4% for the first time in three months—its lowest weekly settle since September 2024. The 2-year rate is now at its lowest since September 2022. Private credit worries seeped into the U.S. high-yield space, with the HY OAS widening to near 300 basis points. Oil ( USO ), meanwhile, ticked toward 7-month highs. WTI scaled $67 per barrel, and Brent hit $72. The spread between US and international oil widened amid concerns that the U.S. would strike Iran. We can’t leave out gold ( XAUUSD:CUR) and bitcoin ( BTC-USD ). The former recovered impressively after a sharp late-January correction. The Gold ETF ( GLD ) added 8% . Bitcoin , however, fell hard through the first half of February. The iShares Bitcoin ETF ( IBIT ) tallied yet another down month, taking a 22% February drubbing. The S&P VIX Index ( VIX ) hit 22 on the final day of the month, its highest weekly close going back to November 2025. Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 Were Weak, But U.S. SMIDs and Ex-US Positive Koyfin Charts Bonds (AGG) Near Record Highs on a Total Return Basis Stockcharts.com Zooming into the sector performance vi...
Frequently Asked Questions Is Micron Technology publicly traded? Yes, Micron Technology is publicly traded. What exchange does Micron Technology trade on? Micron Technology trades on the Nasdaq Stock Market What is the ticker symbol for Micron Technology? The ticker symbol for Micron Technology is MU on the Nasdaq Stock Market What is the current price of Micron Technology? The current price of Mi...
Frequently Asked Questions Is Micron Technology publicly traded? Yes, Micron Technology is publicly traded. What exchange does Micron Technology trade on? Micron Technology trades on the Nasdaq Stock Market What is the ticker symbol for Micron Technology? The ticker symbol for Micron Technology is MU on the Nasdaq Stock Market What is the current price of Micron Technology? The current price of Micron Technology is 412.67 When was Micron Technology last traded? The last trade of Micron Technology was at 03/02/26 04:00 PM ET What is the market capitalization of Micron Technology? The market capitalization of Micron Technology is 464.56B
What’s in store for the future of the Super Bowl? Randall Williams dives into what the league is looking for from cities that want to host the big game in the years to come. (Source: Bloomberg)
What’s in store for the future of the Super Bowl? Randall Williams dives into what the league is looking for from cities that want to host the big game in the years to come. (Source: Bloomberg)
The following companies are expected to report earnings prior to market open on 03/02/2026. Visit our Earnings Calendar for a full list of expected earnings releases.EchoStar Corporation (SATS)is reporting for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. The satellite communications co
The following companies are expected to report earnings prior to market open on 03/02/2026. Visit our Earnings Calendar for a full list of expected earnings releases.EchoStar Corporation (SATS)is reporting for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. The satellite communications co
The solution combines Google Cloud's Gemini Enterprise for Customer Experience and Amdocs' Cognitive Core with telco-specific intelligence to deliver an end-to-end, generative Agentic Telco Contact Center JERSEY CITY, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / February ...
The solution combines Google Cloud's Gemini Enterprise for Customer Experience and Amdocs' Cognitive Core with telco-specific intelligence to deliver an end-to-end, generative Agentic Telco Contact Center JERSEY CITY, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / February ...
If you're sitting on a tax refund or you're expecting one in the next few weeks, you probably already have some idea of what you want to do with that money. You could use it to pay off debts or to make a large purchase you've been eyeing. Or, if you don't need the money now, you could invest it. Stashing your tax refund in a retirement account means you give up access to it until you're at least 5...
If you're sitting on a tax refund or you're expecting one in the next few weeks, you probably already have some idea of what you want to do with that money. You could use it to pay off debts or to make a large purchase you've been eyeing. Or, if you don't need the money now, you could invest it. Stashing your tax refund in a retirement account means you give up access to it until you're at least 59 1/2. But in return, that money will grow, and you'll reap the tax advantages associated with that account. Here's a closer look at how much the average tax refund could be worth by retirement. Continue reading
After threatening to sever ties with the organization formerly known as the Boy Scouts, Defense Secretary Hegseth announced a 6-month reprieve (Image credit: X video by @SecWar / screengrab by NPR)
After threatening to sever ties with the organization formerly known as the Boy Scouts, Defense Secretary Hegseth announced a 6-month reprieve (Image credit: X video by @SecWar / screengrab by NPR)
Qatar Holdings, an investment arm of Qatar Investment Authority, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, and Visa ( V ) are preparing to invest more than $200 million as cornerstone investors in the U.S. initial public offering of Softbank's ( SFTBY ) PayPay, according to a Reuters report. Digital payments provider PayPay is targeting a valuation of as much as $14 billion in an IPO, according to the R...
Qatar Holdings, an investment arm of Qatar Investment Authority, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, and Visa ( V ) are preparing to invest more than $200 million as cornerstone investors in the U.S. initial public offering of Softbank's ( SFTBY ) PayPay, according to a Reuters report. Digital payments provider PayPay is targeting a valuation of as much as $14 billion in an IPO, according to the Reuters report on Friday. PayPay plans to list on the Nasdaq next month. PayPay, SoftBank, Qatar Holdings, Visa and ADIA did not immediately respond to requests for comment from Reuters. PayPay filed its preliminary prospectus for a U.S. IPO earlier this month . It expects to trade on the Nasdaq under the symbol "PAYP". More on SoftBank Group Corp. SoftBank Group Corp. (SFTB:CA) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript SoftBank Group Corp. 2026 Q3 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating on SoftBank Group Corp. Historical earnings data for SoftBank Group Corp. Dividend scorecard for SoftBank Group Corp.
According to an SEC filing dated Feb. 6, 2026, BlueStem Wealth Partners, LLC added to its position in Vanguard Whitehall Funds - Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF (NASDAQ:VWOB) , adding 163,920 shares. The estimated transaction value was $11.07 million, calculated using the average price for the quarter. Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF (VWOB) offers investors targeted acc...
According to an SEC filing dated Feb. 6, 2026, BlueStem Wealth Partners, LLC added to its position in Vanguard Whitehall Funds - Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF (NASDAQ:VWOB) , adding 163,920 shares. The estimated transaction value was $11.07 million, calculated using the average price for the quarter. Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF (VWOB) offers investors targeted access to a diversified portfolio of government bonds issued by emerging market countries. The fund seeks to replicate the performance of its benchmark index through a disciplined sampling approach, maintaining at least 80% of assets in index constituents. With a sizable asset base and a competitive yield, VWOB is positioned as a cost-effective vehicle for institutional and individual investors seeking income and diversification from emerging market debt. BlueStem’s VWOB purchase in the fourth quarter bumped the ETF from 0.03% of the fund’s total assets under management to about 1.33%. That’s a sizable jump, but the ETF is still a modest holding for the wealth management firm. Betting on emerging markets can be a good way to diversify a portfolio and take advantage of high growth potential compared to developed markets. Continue reading
Earnings Call Insights: MidCap Financial Investment Corporation (MFIC) (mfic) Q4 2025 Management View CEO Tanner Powell reported net investment income per share of $0.39 and a GAAP net loss per share of $0.14 for the quarter, noting that the loss included $0.04 of onetime financing-related expenses. He stated that "NAV per share was $14.18 at the end of December, down 3.3% compared to the prior qu...
Earnings Call Insights: MidCap Financial Investment Corporation (MFIC) (mfic) Q4 2025 Management View CEO Tanner Powell reported net investment income per share of $0.39 and a GAAP net loss per share of $0.14 for the quarter, noting that the loss included $0.04 of onetime financing-related expenses. He stated that "NAV per share was $14.18 at the end of December, down 3.3% compared to the prior quarter," attributing the decline to investments from 2022 and earlier. Powell emphasized the company’s focus on first lien positions, low software exposure, and cautious use of PIK, adding that recent paydowns from Merx and the full repayment of a nonaccrual position highlighted MFIC’s ability to "maximize recoveries on challenged credits." Powell announced the repurchase of approximately 1.1 million shares at an average discount of 18%, costing $12.9 million and generating $0.03 per share of NAV accretion. He further revealed that the Board authorized a new $100 million stock repurchase plan, stating, "we expect to utilize aggressively in combination with a 10b5-1 trading plan to capitalize on what we believe is a compelling opportunity for our stockholders." The Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.31 per share, with Powell explaining, "we have reassessed the long-term earnings power of the company, and the Board has concluded that it was prudent to adjust the dividend at this time." President Ted McNulty detailed $141 million in new commitments with a weighted average spread of 497 basis points and net fundings for the quarter of $25 million. He also highlighted the portfolio's diversification across 247 companies and 46 industries, with direct origination representing 96% of the portfolio. CFO Kenneth Seifert reported, "Total investment income for the December quarter was approximately $78.4 million, a decline of $4.2 million or 5.1% from the prior quarter. This reduction was largely driven by lower interest income resulting from decreased base rates, new nonaccrual...
Through midday trading on Friday, the blue-chip index was up about 3% year to date, ahead of the by almost 6 percentage points. The two best stocks in the Dow this year have been Caterpillar and Honeywell makers of heavy machinery and aerospace parts, among other things.
Through midday trading on Friday, the blue-chip index was up about 3% year to date, ahead of the by almost 6 percentage points. The two best stocks in the Dow this year have been Caterpillar and Honeywell makers of heavy machinery and aerospace parts, among other things.
In Washington, a city often in the spotlight for domestic and international politics, Hong Kong pianist Aristo Sham views his instrument as a platform that can bridge cultures, transcend politics and connect people across borders. At 28, fresh from a landmark international competition victory, Sham is building a global career where his music often speaks louder than diplomacy. On Wednesday, just b...
In Washington, a city often in the spotlight for domestic and international politics, Hong Kong pianist Aristo Sham views his instrument as a platform that can bridge cultures, transcend politics and connect people across borders. At 28, fresh from a landmark international competition victory, Sham is building a global career where his music often speaks louder than diplomacy. On Wednesday, just before stepping onto the stage at the US capital’s Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium for a Year of the...