Alernon77/iStock via Getty Images Chip stock performance outside of data centers and memory has been erratic at best, with idiosyncratic financial results being more the norm as companies work through a protracted trough in key markets like autos, industrials, and communications. NXP Semiconductors ( NXPI ) has been a lackluster performer since my last update , declining about 20% and underperform...
Alernon77/iStock via Getty Images Chip stock performance outside of data centers and memory has been erratic at best, with idiosyncratic financial results being more the norm as companies work through a protracted trough in key markets like autos, industrials, and communications. NXP Semiconductors ( NXPI ) has been a lackluster performer since my last update , declining about 20% and underperforming peers/rivals like Analog Devices ( ADI ), Infineon ( IFNNY ), and Texas Instruments, while Microchip ( MCHP ) and Renesas ( RNECY )(RNEFY) have done about the same in terms of market performance. Disappointing guidance has set NXP back some, but the story is starting to look more interesting. Inventories at OEM look lean, and while neither auto nor industrial end-markets seem poised for V-shaped recoveries, the shares aren’t pricing in much of a recovery at this point. Decent Q4 Results, but the Core Drivers Aren’t Back Up to Speed Yet NXPI’s numbers rarely diverge too far from sell-side estimates, and such was the case again in Q4. Revenue rose 7% year over year and about 5% sequentially, good for a roughly 1% beat relative to the Street. Auto revenue rose 5% YoY and 2% QoQ, missing by about 1%, while Industrial revenue jumped 24% YoY and 11% QoQ, matching analyst expectations. Upside was driven by Mobile, up almost 23% YoY and 13% QoQ, and Communications, down 18% YoY and up 2% QoQ. Gross margin was down 10 bp YoY but up 40 bp to 57.4%, missing by 10 bp, as the company continues to deal with overcapacity, with utilization in the 70%’s. Operating income rose about 8% both YoY and QoQ, slightly beating expectations, with margin up 40 bp YoY and 80 bp QoQ to 34.6%. Inventory moderated slightly from the prior quarter (154 days versus 161 days), still well ahead of the 90-ish figures that were common in the last upcycle. OEM sales were flat sequentially, while sales to distributors rose almost 9%, and NXPI exited with around 10 weeks of channel inventory (basically in line...
Why Skyrocketing Premiums Were Inevitable With Obamacare's Design Authored by Lawrence Wilson via The Epoch Times, The Affordable Care Act would “bend the cost curve” in health care, “moving the health care system toward higher quality and more efficient care.” So said a White House statement in 2013. Many people now agree that didn’t happen. “We pay more than any other country in the world for wo...
Why Skyrocketing Premiums Were Inevitable With Obamacare's Design Authored by Lawrence Wilson via The Epoch Times, The Affordable Care Act would “bend the cost curve” in health care, “moving the health care system toward higher quality and more efficient care.” So said a White House statement in 2013. Many people now agree that didn’t happen. “We pay more than any other country in the world for worse health care,” Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) said while campaigning for office in 2024. “Families pay more, get less, and we’re left with few choices,” Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) testified in a December 2025 committee hearing. A combined 70 percent of Americans believe the U.S. health care system is either in crisis or has major problems, according to a 2025 Gallup poll. Health insurance premiums have more than doubled since Obamacare began in 2014, rising twice as fast as inflation. And satisfaction with the cost of health care registered a record low in 2025, at 16 percent. How did that happen? Many consumers believe insurance companies are responsible. Insurers shift the blame to hospitals and pharmaceutical companies. Pharmaceutical companies say pharmacy benefit managers are at fault. Political parties blame each other. Some independent observers agree that the rise in premiums, especially recently, is largely driven by external forces , including the increased use of expensive medications, rising labor costs, and inflation, which reached a 40-year high in 2022. Others see a more basic cause, one with roots in the Affordable Care Act, the federal law that created Obamacare. Some of the same policies that make Obamacare popular with consumers are actually cracks in its foundation, these observers say. Those policies all but guaranteed premium increases, especially in the program’s early years. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) speaks to reporters as he leaves the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol on Dec. 17, 2025. On Jan. 8, 2026, seventeen House Republicans joined D...
An appeal has been filed by a group of U.S. states, led by Colorado, following the outcome of a landmark antitrust case involving Google's ( GOOG ) ( GOOGL ) online search business and its AI apps, according to media reports on Tuesday, citing a Washington court notice. The reports said that the states filed the appeal after a federal judge issued very moderate limitations on the tech giant and re...
An appeal has been filed by a group of U.S. states, led by Colorado, following the outcome of a landmark antitrust case involving Google's ( GOOG ) ( GOOGL ) online search business and its AI apps, according to media reports on Tuesday, citing a Washington court notice. The reports said that the states filed the appeal after a federal judge issued very moderate limitations on the tech giant and rejected harsh remedies, including the divestiture of the Chrome browser, which was recommended by the Justice Department. In 2024, Judge Amit Mehta ruled that Google monopolized the online search services market; however, the remedies he issued in his September ruling last year are viewed as soft and ineffective by the U.S. states. The September ruling by Judge Mehta requires the tech giant to participate in an annual bidding against rivals to be fair and competitive and, if successful, continue to pay for its search engine and AI apps to be the default option. Chrome, being the world's most popular and used web browser, is the people's preferred choice in major markets, and Google is seen as the victor in Mehta's ruling because it has the resources to win any auction to maintain its online search dominance. The appeal is expected to be heard by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit later this year. More on Alphabet Alphabet's YouTube Is A Behemoth That Stands On Its Own Alphabet: Personalization Is A Distinct AI Game Changer Alphabet, Inc.: Why We Trimmed Our Position Modestly Alphabet Q4 Earnings Preview: AI spending and CapEx in focus Google to deploy AI for Liberty Global, utilize its data centers under new tie-up
Key Points If you're worried you don't have enough retirement savings, make sure you're not giving up free money in your 401(k). Consider working longer, or working more in the next year or two. Rethink your budget, and don't forget that small changes could truly add up. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Fidelity reported last year that the average baby boomer h...
Key Points If you're worried you don't have enough retirement savings, make sure you're not giving up free money in your 401(k). Consider working longer, or working more in the next year or two. Rethink your budget, and don't forget that small changes could truly add up. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › Fidelity reported last year that the average baby boomer had a 401(k) balance of $249,300 and an IRA balance of $257,002. While these aren't negligible figures, if your retirement account balance is similar, you may be starting to panic if you're planning to wrap up your career in a few years. The good news is that there are plenty of steps you can take to catch up on retirement savings -- even if you've already begun the final countdown in your head. Here are four to look at. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue » 1. Claim your full 401(k) match If your employer offers a 401(k) plan that comes with a matching program, it's very important that you not let that opportunity go to waste. Find out what your match entails and, if need be, increase your savings rate slowly from month to month so you're able to collect it in full. Keep in mind that your 401(k) match may have increased from last year, so definitely get the scoop on what it looks like today. 2. Work an extra couple of years When you set your mind on retiring at a certain age, it can be a tough thing to push those plans off. But if you feel your IRA or 401(k) needs a boost, and you're able to keep working, consider delaying retirement by a couple of years. Not only might this allow you to grow your savings, but it could also be your ticket to waiting on Social Security -- and scoring larger monthly checks in the process. 3. Take on a side gig If you don't like the idea of working longer than planned, another option may be to work harder during your last few years in the labor for...
(RTTNews) - Walmart (WMT) has crossed the $1 trillion market capitalization mark, a milestone driven by a sharp rise in its share price and the expanding role of its digital businesses. The move places the world's largest retailer among a small group of trillion-dollar companies, most of which are technology-focused, underscoring how far Walmart has shifted beyond its traditional brick-and-mortar ...
(RTTNews) - Walmart (WMT) has crossed the $1 trillion market capitalization mark, a milestone driven by a sharp rise in its share price and the expanding role of its digital businesses. The move places the world's largest retailer among a small group of trillion-dollar companies, most of which are technology-focused, underscoring how far Walmart has shifted beyond its traditional brick-and-mortar roots. The stock's strong performance has been fueled by steady gains in e-commerce, advertising and its third-party marketplace, areas that offer higher margins than physical retail. Walmart's digital expansion has mirrored elements of Amazon's playbook, and its recent inclusion in the Nasdaq 100 highlighted its growing tech orientation. The valuation milestone comes shortly after John Furner took over as chief executive, following longtime CEO Doug McMillon. As head of Walmart's U.S. business, Furner played a key role in initiatives such as curbside pickup, improved private-label offerings and omnichannel upgrades, which helped the company attract higher-income shoppers during a period of elevated inflation. Recent results have reinforced that momentum. Walmart reported solid revenue growth in its most recent quarter, driven by a surge in online sales and rapid expansion of its advertising business. With fiscal fourth-quarter earnings expected later this month, investors are watching closely to see whether the retailer can sustain its digital-led growth as it builds on its trillion-dollar status. WMT closed at $127.71, up 2.94%, and is trading 0.15% higher at $127.9 in after-hours trading on the NasdaqGS. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
(RTTNews) - Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) released Loss for its fourth quarter of -$549 million The company's bottom line totaled -$549 million, or -$0.82 per share. This compares with -$39 million, or -$0.06 per share, last year. The company's revenue for the period fell 1.7% to $3.910 billion from $3.978 billion last year. Corteva, Inc. earnings at a glance (GAAP) : -Earnings: -$549 Mln. vs. -$39 Mln. la...
(RTTNews) - Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) released Loss for its fourth quarter of -$549 million The company's bottom line totaled -$549 million, or -$0.82 per share. This compares with -$39 million, or -$0.06 per share, last year. The company's revenue for the period fell 1.7% to $3.910 billion from $3.978 billion last year. Corteva, Inc. earnings at a glance (GAAP) : -Earnings: -$549 Mln. vs. -$39 Mln. last year. -EPS: -$0.82 vs. -$0.06 last year. -Revenue: $3.910 Bln vs. $3.978 Bln last year. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
AbbVie and Medtronic have a long history of raising their dividends and continue to have healthy free cash flow for further dividend growth. Healthcare stocks are not known for healthy dividends. Great for growth, yes, but often so-so for dividend yields. The average medical large-cap stock's dividend yield was 1.67% at the end of 2025, sixth among the 11 sectors for large-cap stocks. Unlike utili...
AbbVie and Medtronic have a long history of raising their dividends and continue to have healthy free cash flow for further dividend growth. Healthcare stocks are not known for healthy dividends. Great for growth, yes, but often so-so for dividend yields. The average medical large-cap stock's dividend yield was 1.67% at the end of 2025, sixth among the 11 sectors for large-cap stocks. Unlike utilities, which can rely on steady, fixed revenue sources, healthcare companies must continually invest in research and development (R&D). That's because sales for blockbuster drugs made by pharmaceutical companies decline when their patents expire and they face generic competition. Research and development is also important for medical equipment stocks, so often the priority is on funding new products rather than returning dividends to shareholders. However, there are healthcare stocks that have consistently grown their dividend, and whose yields are above-average, and these companies have the free cash flow needed to keep growing their dividends. AbbVie (ABBV 0.15%) and Medtronic (MDT +0.47%) are two such stocks. AbbVie: Dividend giant among large-cap pharmaceutical companies AbbVie has a dividend yield of 2.98%. The company has been around only since it was spun off from Abbott Laboratories (ABT 0.37%) in 2013, but including its time as a part of Abbott, it has increased its quarterly dividend for 54 consecutive years. That makes it a Dividend King, one of only 56 companies that have increased their dividends for 50 or more years. AbbVie has already raised its dividend by 5.5% this year to $1.73 per share. Expand NYSE : ABBV AbbVie Today's Change ( -0.15 %) $ -0.33 Current Price $ 225.31 Key Data Points Market Cap $399B Day's Range $ 223.65 - $ 228.66 52wk Range $ 164.39 - $ 244.81 Volume 218K Avg Vol 6.2M Gross Margin 69.68 % Dividend Yield 2.95 % In the third quarter, the pharma giant reported revenue of $15.8 billion, up 9% year over year. Earnings per share (EPS) were $1...
Kutcho Copper ( KC:CA ) arranged a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $3M through the issuance of flow-through units. The offering consists of up to 6.98Mn flow-through units priced at $0.43/unit. Each unit includes one flow-through common share and one-half of a transferable warrant exercisable at $0.55/share for 24 months. Proceeds will be used for exploration at the Kutcho copper-zin...
Kutcho Copper ( KC:CA ) arranged a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $3M through the issuance of flow-through units. The offering consists of up to 6.98Mn flow-through units priced at $0.43/unit. Each unit includes one flow-through common share and one-half of a transferable warrant exercisable at $0.55/share for 24 months. Proceeds will be used for exploration at the Kutcho copper-zinc property in British Columbia. More on Kutcho Copper Corp. Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating on Kutcho Copper Corp. Financial information for Kutcho Copper Corp.
(RTTNews) - Chubb Limited (CB) revealed earnings for its fourth quarter that Increases, from last year The company's earnings totaled $3.210 billion, or $8.10 per share. This compares with $2.575 billion, or $6.33 per share, last year. Excluding items, Chubb Limited reported adjusted earnings of $2.982 billion or $7.52 per share for the period. The company's revenue for the period rose 8.9% to $13...
(RTTNews) - Chubb Limited (CB) revealed earnings for its fourth quarter that Increases, from last year The company's earnings totaled $3.210 billion, or $8.10 per share. This compares with $2.575 billion, or $6.33 per share, last year. Excluding items, Chubb Limited reported adjusted earnings of $2.982 billion or $7.52 per share for the period. The company's revenue for the period rose 8.9% to $13.134 billion from $12.058 billion last year. Chubb Limited earnings at a glance (GAAP) : -Earnings: $3.210 Bln. vs. $2.575 Bln. last year. -EPS: $8.10 vs. $6.33 last year. -Revenue: $13.134 Bln vs. $12.058 Bln last year. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Gaxos.ai (GXAI) closed more than 40% higher today after Amazon Web Services (AWS) committed to funding preliminary development of its real-time sales coaching platform. The agreement named cloud services provider Caylent as partner and it focuses on developing Gaxos Labs — an enterprise-scale platform featuring live call transcription, automated coaching intelligence, and post-call analytics built...
Gaxos.ai (GXAI) closed more than 40% higher today after Amazon Web Services (AWS) committed to funding preliminary development of its real-time sales coaching platform. The agreement named cloud services provider Caylent as partner and it focuses on developing Gaxos Labs — an enterprise-scale platform featuring live call transcription, automated coaching intelligence, and post-call analytics built on AWS-native infrastructure. Following the post-announcement surge, GXAI stock is trading at nearly twice its price in late January. Should You Chase the Momentum in GXAI Stock? Retail investors cheered the Amazon news on Feb. 3, primarily because it boosts GXAI’s credibility in pursuing large-scale commercial opportunities. More broadly, the deal confirms Gaxos’ tech has passed some level of due diligence by a world-class player, positioning the small-cap artificial intelligence (AI) firm strongly for future revenue generation. Still, investors are cautioned against chasing the momentum in GXAI shares since execution risks remain, especially given the company’s limited track record in scaling enterprise applications. Additionally, Gaxos’ relative strength index (14-day) climbed past 70 today, signaling overbought conditions that often precede a sharp pullback. Why Gaxos Shares Remain Super Risky to Own Investors must also appreciate that Gaxos shares up roughly 100% versus their year-to-date low already bakes in significant expectations about future performance. Plus, even after the recent meteoric rally, GXAI remains a penny stock , which makes it vulnerable to unusually high volatility and liquidity risks. These are particularly significant negatives since President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh to be the next chairman of the Federal Reserve. His valuation-over-liquidity framework means speculative names that thrive solely on excessive liquidity may face a harsh reckoning in 2026. Gaxos.ai Doesn’t Receive Wall Street Coverage Finally, Gaxos stock is a no-go al...