Uncertainty regarding the conflict in Iran has weighed on the stock market over the past couple of months -- and though the S&P 500 rebounded in recent days and even hit new highs, the turbulence may not be over. Investors have watched every move along the path to peace between the U.S. and Iran, and any setback may be a reason for a pullback in stocks, particularly those most linked to economic g...
Uncertainty regarding the conflict in Iran has weighed on the stock market over the past couple of months -- and though the S&P 500 rebounded in recent days and even hit new highs, the turbulence may not be over. Investors have watched every move along the path to peace between the U.S. and Iran, and any setback may be a reason for a pullback in stocks, particularly those most linked to economic growth. How should investors handle such an environment? It's always important to remember that investing is a long-term endeavor, so fluctuations in quality stocks over a period of weeks or months generally won't impact your returns by much. Meanwhile, during these tough times, it's a great idea to add a few dividend stocks to your portfolio, as they will offer you passive income -- no matter what the market is doing. With this in mind, let's check out three surefire dividend stocks to buy now. Continue reading
Danaher press release ( DHR ): Q1 Non-GAAP EPS of $2.06 beats by $0.12 . Revenue of $5.95B (+3.7% Y/Y) misses by $50M . For the second quarter 2026, the Company anticipates that non-GAAP core revenue will increase in the low-single digit percent range year-over-year. For full year 2026, the Company continues to expect that non-GAAP core revenue will increase in the 3% to 6% range year-over-year vs...
Danaher press release ( DHR ): Q1 Non-GAAP EPS of $2.06 beats by $0.12 . Revenue of $5.95B (+3.7% Y/Y) misses by $50M . For the second quarter 2026, the Company anticipates that non-GAAP core revenue will increase in the low-single digit percent range year-over-year. For full year 2026, the Company continues to expect that non-GAAP core revenue will increase in the 3% to 6% range year-over-year vs 4.26% consensus. The Company is also increasing its full year adjusted diluted net earnings per common share guidance to a range of $8.35 to $8.55 ($8.40 consensus) versus previous guidance of $8.35 to $8.50. More on Danaher Danaher: A Great Way To Play Healthcare For Long-Term Dividend Growth Investors Danaher: Acquisitive With Masimo, What About Its Track Record? Danaher Corporation (DHR) Presents at TD Cowen 46th Annual Health Care Conference Transcript Mar Vista U.S. Quality Premier adds Ecolab, GE Vernova, QXO, exits Salesforce, SAP Most and least shorted mid-to mega-cap healthcare stocks in March
Torsten Asmus/iStock via Getty Images What is the overall trend in commodity prices? The Middle East war continued to squeeze global oil and natural gas markets into the first half of April as the number of vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz remains close to zero. Our forecast assumes at least a partial recovery in oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz by the end of April, with a grad...
Torsten Asmus/iStock via Getty Images What is the overall trend in commodity prices? The Middle East war continued to squeeze global oil and natural gas markets into the first half of April as the number of vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz remains close to zero. Our forecast assumes at least a partial recovery in oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz by the end of April, with a gradual ramp-up over May. The major impacts from the Middle East war are on crude oil and refined products, natural gas, chemicals and plastics, and a few nonferrous metals. The Materials Price Index (MPI) by S&P Global Market Intelligence will peak in the second quarter, about 25% higher than the pre-war forecast. As measured by the MPI, industrial materials prices increased more than 10% in the first quarter of 2026 and are forecast for another double-digit increase in the second quarter. The process to pass through higher manufacturing costs will be limited by weaker demand, however. The impact of high gasoline and other affected consumer goods prices leads to higher inflation that squeezes household budgets. A major impact will be lower near-term spending on big purchases like cars, appliances, and new homes, weighing on demand for industrial materials. The lower economic growth projections for major economies likewise imply a less upbeat outlook for businesses. At the time of writing, we are already about six weeks into the eight weeks this outlook assumes that trade through the Strait of Hormuz is near zero. The risk of a longer-lasting disruption, and thus tighter material supply and larger downward impact on demand, is significant and growing. What is our forecast for energy-related commodity prices? Global oil, refined product, and natural gas prices have rocketed higher and will remain elevated compared with previous forecasts through the end of 2026. Even after traffic returns to normal levels through the Strait of Hormuz, the pivot to build up inventories, coupled w...
A theatrically released movie about glossy magazines, released at a time when there are minimal audiences for either, has ordered up a no foam, extra shot, venti facepalm It might, of course, turn out to be a masterpiece. Yet there has been something intangibly depressing about The Devil Wears Prada 2 ever since it was first announced. Somehow, the timing of the film and its subject matter have co...
A theatrically released movie about glossy magazines, released at a time when there are minimal audiences for either, has ordered up a no foam, extra shot, venti facepalm It might, of course, turn out to be a masterpiece. Yet there has been something intangibly depressing about The Devil Wears Prada 2 ever since it was first announced. Somehow, the timing of the film and its subject matter have combined in such a way that you can’t help but feel bummed out to the point of exhaustion just to think of it. The Devil Wears Prada 2 is, of course, a theatrically released movie about glossy magazines, released at a time when nobody goes to see theatrically released movies or buys glossy magazines. And just to really sell the point that the film exists in a vacuum of unrealistic nostalgia, it has just announced a brand partnership with Starbucks. Continue reading...
filo UnitedHealth Group ( UNH ) Tuesday said it has agreed to repurchase at least $2B of its common stock by the end of the second quarter of 2026. UnitedHealth Group said it completed the sale of the Optum UK business, with $400M in net proceeds committed to the United Health Foundation. The stock is up ~6% in premarket trading following earnings and guidance. More on UnitedHealth Buy UnitedHealt...
filo UnitedHealth Group ( UNH ) Tuesday said it has agreed to repurchase at least $2B of its common stock by the end of the second quarter of 2026. UnitedHealth Group said it completed the sale of the Optum UK business, with $400M in net proceeds committed to the United Health Foundation. The stock is up ~6% in premarket trading following earnings and guidance. More on UnitedHealth Buy UnitedHealth Ahead Of Earnings (Preview) UnitedHealth Group: Poised To Challenge The $360 Resistance UnitedHealth: Buy Before Earnings Confirm Margin Recovery UnitedHealth Non-GAAP EPS of $7.23 beats by $0.63, revenue of $111.72B beats by $2.06B UnitedHealth ends prior authorization, speeds payments for rural providers