Key Points HAUZ charges a slightly lower fee and offers a higher yield than VNQ. Both funds saw similar five-year drawdowns in the 35% range. VNQ focuses on U.S. REITs, while HAUZ holds a broader mix of international real estate companies. 10 stocks we like better than Dbx ETF Trust - Xtrackers International Real Estate ETF › Vanguard Real Estate ETF (NYSEMKT:VNQ) and Xtrackers International Real ...
Key Points HAUZ charges a slightly lower fee and offers a higher yield than VNQ. Both funds saw similar five-year drawdowns in the 35% range. VNQ focuses on U.S. REITs, while HAUZ holds a broader mix of international real estate companies. 10 stocks we like better than Dbx ETF Trust - Xtrackers International Real Estate ETF › Vanguard Real Estate ETF (NYSEMKT:VNQ) and Xtrackers International Real Estate ETF (NYSEMKT:HAUZ) both target real estate exposure, but differ sharply in regional focus, with VNQ focused on U.S. REITs and HAUZ spanning developed and emerging markets outside the U.S. HAUZ also features a slightly lower expense ratio and a higher yield. Snapshot (cost & size) Metric VNQ HAUZ Issuer Vanguard Xtrackers Expense ratio 0.13% 0.10% 1-yr return (as of March 18, 2026) 1.6% 14.2% Dividend yield 3.6% 4.0% Beta 1.15 0.95 AUM $69.6 billion $1.1 billion Beta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year monthly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months. While both ETFs feature relatively low expense ratios, HAUZ has slightly lower fees and also offers a higher yield, making it appealing for cost-conscious investors seeking income. Performance & risk comparison Metric VNQ HAUZ Max drawdown (5 y) -34.50% -34.53% Growth of $1,000 over 5 years $1001 $850 What's inside HAUZ offers exposure to more than 400 real estate companies across developed and emerging markets outside the U.S. Its top holdings include Goodman Group (ASX:GMG.AX), Mitsubishi Estate Co. (8802.T), and Mitsui Fudosan Co. (8801.T), with no single name exceeding 4%. VNQ, by contrast, holds around 150 U.S.-listed REITs. Its largest equity positions are Welltower Inc (NYSE:WELL), Prologis Inc (NYSE:PLD), and Equinix Inc (NASDAQ:EQIX), each representing a larger share of assets than HAUZ's top picks — and together compose nearly 20% of the total portfolio. VNQ provides pure U.S. exposure and also makes larger individual-company b...
Key Points Redwood Capital Management added 51,600 Molina Healthcare shares in the fourth quarter; the estimated transaction value was $8.48 million based on quarterly average prices. Meanwhile, the quarter-end stake value increased by $7.91 million, reflecting both share increase and price movement. The quarter-end position stood at 110,000 shares valued at $19.09 million. Molina Healthcare now m...
Key Points Redwood Capital Management added 51,600 Molina Healthcare shares in the fourth quarter; the estimated transaction value was $8.48 million based on quarterly average prices. Meanwhile, the quarter-end stake value increased by $7.91 million, reflecting both share increase and price movement. The quarter-end position stood at 110,000 shares valued at $19.09 million. Molina Healthcare now makes up 2% of fund AUM, which places it outside the fund's top five holdings. 10 stocks we like better than Molina Healthcare › On February 17, 2026, Redwood Capital Management disclosed a buy of 51,600 Molina Healthcare (NYSE:MOH) shares, an estimated $8.48 million trade based on quarterly average pricing. What happened According to its SEC filing dated February 17, 2026, Redwood Capital Management increased its stake in Molina Healthcare (NYSE:MOH) by 51,600 shares during the fourth quarter. The estimated value of the buy, calculated using the average closing price for the quarter, was $8.48 million. The fund’s position in Molina Healthcare stood at 110,000 shares, with a quarter-end value of $19.09 million. The reported net position change, including price appreciation, was $7.91 million. What else to know This buy raises Molina Healthcare to about 2% of Redwood Capital Management’s reportable U.S. equity assets. Top three equity holdings after the filing: NASDAQ: SATS: $246.51 million NYSE: AER: $187.59 million NYSE: GBTG: $164.12 million As of Wednesday, shares of Molina Healthcare were priced at $148.79, down a staggering 53% over the past year and well underperforming the S&P 500, which is instead up about 19% in the same period. Company overview Metric Value Price (as of Wednesday) $148.79 Market Capitalization $7.7 billion Revenue (TTM) $45.43 billion Net Income (TTM) $472.00 million Company snapshot Molina Healthcare provides managed healthcare services primarily through Medicaid, Medicare, and state insurance marketplace programs, with revenue generated from gove...
JHVEPhoto/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Kraft Heinz ( KHC ) and Unilever ( UL ) recently held discussions about a merger of their food brands. The talks, which have now ended, were about a merger of Unilever's ( UL ) food business and Kraft Heinz's ( KHC ) condiments division, according to a Financial Times report on Wednesday, which cited people familiar with the matter. The discussions betwe...
JHVEPhoto/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Kraft Heinz ( KHC ) and Unilever ( UL ) recently held discussions about a merger of their food brands. The talks, which have now ended, were about a merger of Unilever's ( UL ) food business and Kraft Heinz's ( KHC ) condiments division, according to a Financial Times report on Wednesday, which cited people familiar with the matter. The discussions between Unilever ( UL ) and Kraft Heinz ( KHC ) came before Kraft Heinz decided to halt a planned break-up in February, according to the FT. Unilever declined to comment to the FT. Kraft Heinz didn't immediately respond to requests for comment. The FT report comes after Bloomberg reported on Tuesday that Unilever ( UL ) was in the early stage of considering a separation of its food business. Shares of Kraft Heinz fell 3.7% and Unilever ADRs dropped 4.2%. More on Kraft Heinz The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) Presents at Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference 2026 Transcript The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Prepared Remarks Transcript Kraft Heinz: Looks Like Berkshire Got Its Wish (Rating Downgrade) Kraft Heinz looks to the NFL to boost its brands Kraft Heinz packs mac and cheese with protein and fiber
Playing along with dolls can help boys and girls develop more sophisticated imaginations and better social skills, compared with children who play on electronic devices, according to research. Psychologists at Cardiff University and King’s College London found that children given dolls gained a richer appreciation of other people’s beliefs and feelings, in contrast to those given a tablet loaded w...
Playing along with dolls can help boys and girls develop more sophisticated imaginations and better social skills, compared with children who play on electronic devices, according to research. Psychologists at Cardiff University and King’s College London found that children given dolls gained a richer appreciation of other people’s beliefs and feelings, in contrast to those given a tablet loaded with video games. Parents also reported that the children, aged between four and eight, were more likely to play alone when using the tablet, while those with dolls were more likely to play with friends or family. Dr Sarah Gerson, the lead author and a reader in psychology at Cardiff, said: “We believe that doll play may encourage children to engage in social interactions more and give children more opportunities to rehearse or reflect on others’ beliefs, emotions, or intentions, compared to other types of play. “When playing with dolls, children have the opportunity to role-play characters, create narratives, and act out scenarios – doing so relies on and fosters the ability to imagine others’ thoughts, feelings, and intentions. These pretend play scenarios allow children to practise social skills, emotion processing, and emotion regulation within a safe environment. “Identifying new and innovative ways to improve social skills could have important consequences, as these social skills in childhood provide the foundations for developing relationships.” The research is published in Plos One, a peer-reviewed journal. A spokesperson for Cardiff said the US toymaker Mattel funded the research and provided the materials, including the company’s Ken and Barbie dolls. “The study maintained scientific integrity through independence of the data collection and analysis. The funding and materials also allowed [researchers] to provide a broad range of dolls with various races, body types, and career/life accessories that could be embraced in free play and didn’t have prescribed roles/sc...
tang90246/iStock Editorial via Getty Images By Ezequiel Gomes Apple shares ( AAPL ) traded at $252 this Wednesday as the broader technology sector faced a bout of pre-Fed jitters. While the stock has largely avoided the deeper selloffs seen in high-beta semiconductor names, the intraday momentum shifted downwards. The daily chart shows Apple testing the strength of its recent support base as the ...
tang90246/iStock Editorial via Getty Images By Ezequiel Gomes Apple shares ( AAPL ) traded at $252 this Wednesday as the broader technology sector faced a bout of pre-Fed jitters. While the stock has largely avoided the deeper selloffs seen in high-beta semiconductor names, the intraday momentum shifted downwards. The daily chart shows Apple testing the strength of its recent support base as the price slides toward the $250 floor. This level has historically attracted institutional interest, acting as a buffer during the choppy trading sessions of early 2026. A break below this mark would represent a technical breakdown that could see the stock searching for a new bottom near $246, where the 200-day moving average currently resides. Looking at the overhead landscape, the $255 mark has transformed into a formidable resistance ceiling. Every attempt to clear this level over the past three sessions has been met with a wave of profit-taking, leaving the stock in a state of suspended animation. The volume profile is noticeably thin - a typical characteristic of a market that is essentially "holding its breath" until the Federal Reserve releases its updated dot plot and economic projections. Momentum oscillators are currently signaling a mild bearish divergence, indicating that the recent attempts to rally lack the conviction of a broader trend. However, AAPL stayed above its moving average level for the last 50 days, which is currently trending above the $249 region. This suggests that the primary upward trajectory is still intact, provided the upcoming macro headlines do not force a fundamental reassessment of equity risk. APPL price dynamics (February - March 2026) (Source: TradingView) Evaluating the M5 cycle against macro headwinds The underlying narrative for Apple remains centered on the deployment of its M5 Pro and M5 Max silicon. These chips have redefined expectations for laptop performance, particularly in local AI processing, which has kept the fundamental ou...
Lean hog futures are down 22 to 55 cents on Wednesday. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Wednesday morning due to light volume. The CME Lean Hog Index was another 10 cents higher on March 16 at $91.86. USDA’s pork carcass cutout value from the Wednesday AM report was up 7 cents at $99.96 per cwt. The loin, picnic, and ham primals were reported lower. USDA estimated the Tuesday fed...
Lean hog futures are down 22 to 55 cents on Wednesday. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Wednesday morning due to light volume. The CME Lean Hog Index was another 10 cents higher on March 16 at $91.86. USDA’s pork carcass cutout value from the Wednesday AM report was up 7 cents at $99.96 per cwt. The loin, picnic, and ham primals were reported lower. USDA estimated the Tuesday federally inspected hog slaughter at 496,000 head, with the weekly total at 889,000 head. That is 91,000 head below last week and 91,083 head above the same week last year. Don’t Miss a Day: Apr 26 Hogs are at $93.500, down $0.225, May 26 Hogs are at $98.325, down $0.300 Jun 26 Hogs are at $107.225, down $0.550, More news from Barchart The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc.’s BBAI shares have risen 27.3% over the past year, positioning it as a potential competitor to Palantir Technologies Inc. PLTR in the artificial intelligence (AI) defense sector. But is this comparison far-fetched, and is BigBear.ai worth buying given that the stock remains in negative territory this year? Let’s take a closer look. What’s Driving Optimism Around BigBear.a...
BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc.’s BBAI shares have risen 27.3% over the past year, positioning it as a potential competitor to Palantir Technologies Inc. PLTR in the artificial intelligence (AI) defense sector. But is this comparison far-fetched, and is BigBear.ai worth buying given that the stock remains in negative territory this year? Let’s take a closer look. What’s Driving Optimism Around BigBear.ai BigBear.ai strengthened its capabilities by acquiring Ask Sage in December 2025, followed by the acquisition of CargoSeer in January 2026. Alongside these strategic moves, the company expanded its operations into the Middle East to broaden its geographic revenue base, positioning itself for strong growth in the years ahead. The Ask Sage acquisition, in particular, has the potential to accelerate revenue growth and strengthen BigBear.ai’s standing in the national defense and security market. By integrating Ask Sage, BigBear.ai enhances its platform with a secure generative AI workflow, enabling customers to implement AI solutions while maintaining data privacy, a crucial requirement for defense clients. Following these strategic initiatives, BigBear.ai’s management has expressed confidence and expects full-year 2026 revenues to be between $135 million and $165 million, up 17% at the midpoint compared to 2025’s revenue of $128 million, according to the company’s press release. BigBear.ai’s cash balance of $462 million as of Dec. 31, 2025, further supports its ongoing growth initiatives. Kevin McAleenan, CEO of BigBear.ai, also noted that the company has reduced its debt by more than 90%, which significantly lowers its financial risk. Is BigBear.ai Positioned to Become the Next Palantir? While BigBear.ai’s revenue projections for the current year appear encouraging, its fourth-quarter 2025 performance highlighted some challenges. Revenue declined 38% to $27.3 million from $43.8 million a year ago, primarily due to reduced volume in Army-related programs, which indicates a po...
Cotton futures are mixed so far on Monday’s midday, with contracts up 17 points to down 8. Crude oil prices are under pressure, down $1.30 as OPEC+ announce another 411,000 barrel per day increase in June. The US dollar index is down $0.100 to $99.740 Commitment of Traders data from Friday afternoon showed a total of 11,206 contracts cut back from the spec net short position to 26,231 contacts by ...
Cotton futures are mixed so far on Monday’s midday, with contracts up 17 points to down 8. Crude oil prices are under pressure, down $1.30 as OPEC+ announce another 411,000 barrel per day increase in June. The US dollar index is down $0.100 to $99.740 Commitment of Traders data from Friday afternoon showed a total of 11,206 contracts cut back from the spec net short position to 26,231 contacts by Tuesday. Don’t Miss a Day: The 5/2 online auction from The Seam showed sales of 1,133 bales at an average price of 60.17 cents/lb. The Cotlook A Index was down 25 points on Friday at 77.25. ICE cotton stocks were unchanged on May 2 with a certified stocks level of 14,577 bales. USDA’s Adjusted World Price (AWP) was up 6 points last week to 54.94 cents/lb. It is in effect through this Thursday. May 25 Cotton is at 70.35, up 17 points, Jul 25 Cotton is at 68.33, down 8 points, Dec 25 Cotton is at 69.88, up 17 points More news from Barchart The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Live cattle futures are slipping back 17 to 30 cents in the front months on Wednesday. Cash trade has been quiet so far this week. The Wednesday morning Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 1,026 head offered, with bids of $233-234. Feeder cattle futures are falling back $1.50 to $1.75 at midday. The CME Feeder Cattle Index was down another $1.30 to $357.05 on March 13. The Tu...
Live cattle futures are slipping back 17 to 30 cents in the front months on Wednesday. Cash trade has been quiet so far this week. The Wednesday morning Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 1,026 head offered, with bids of $233-234. Feeder cattle futures are falling back $1.50 to $1.75 at midday. The CME Feeder Cattle Index was down another $1.30 to $357.05 on March 13. The Tuesday update from APHIS on New World Screwworm south of the border showed 1,025 active cases in Mexico. Of that, 28 are in the bordering state of Tamaulipas Don’t Miss a Day: Wholesale Boxed Beef prices were lower in the Wednesday morning report, with the Chc/Sel spread at $6.00. Choice boxes were down 78 cents to $402.53, while Select was 19 cents lower to $396.53. USDA estimated federally inspected cattle slaughter for Tuesday at 109,000 head, with the week to date total at 207,000 head. That is down 4,000 head from last week and 30,219 head from the same week last year. Apr 26 Live Cattle are at $234.950, down $0.275, Jun 26 Live Cattle are at $233.450, down $0.250, Aug 26 Live Cattle are at $231.150, down $0.175, Mar 26 Feeder Cattle are at $358.175, down $1.625 Apr 26 Feeder Cattle are at $353.075, down $1.725 May 26 Feeder Cattle are at $348.925, down $1.700 More news from Barchart The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -0.86%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -1.18%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -0.88%. The Federal Reserve voted 11-1 on Wednesday to maintain the benchmark interest rate at 3.5% to 3.75%. Despite higher-than-expected inflation and global uncertainty, the committee raised its 2026 growth projections and signaled th...
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -0.86%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -1.18%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -0.88%. The Federal Reserve voted 11-1 on Wednesday to maintain the benchmark interest rate at 3.5% to 3.75%. Despite higher-than-expected inflation and global uncertainty, the committee raised its 2026 growth projections and signaled that rate cuts are still likely. The latest "dot plot" suggests one reduction remains on the table for later this year, with another projected for 2027, though the exact timing depends on future economic data. Join 200K+ Subscribers: Stocks are under pressure today after US Feb producer prices rose more than expected, a sign of sticky price pressures. Stocks added to their losses today after WTI crude oil prices (CLJ26) whipsawed higher by more than +2% after initially being down more than -2% on signs of escalation of the Iran war after Iran said it will target energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE in retaliation for US and Israeli airstrikes on its South Pars gas field and its Asaluyeh oil industry facilities. Stock index futures initially moved higher today after crude oil prices fell more than -2% when Iraq said it will resume crude exports through a pipeline that links Kurdistan to Turkey’s Mediterranean port of Ceyhan, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. Also, the US dropped 5,000-pound bunker-buster bombs on Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz. The war against Iran entered its nineteenth day today with no signs of easing as Iran stepped up attacks on its Middle Eastern neighbors in retaliation for the killing of its security chief, Ali Larijani, in an Israeli strike. Iran today launched fresh waves of missiles and drone attacks, targeting the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Israel. Crude oil prices remain high despite attempts to boost global supplies. The IEA last Wednesday released 400 million barrels from emergency oil sto...
Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images News Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said he intends to stay on the central bank's Board of Governors until the Department of Justice investigation into his handling of building renovations is "well and truly over," he said Wednesday. He also said he hasn't yet decided on whether he'll stay on the board after the investigation is over. Powell's term as chair ends i...
Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images News Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said he intends to stay on the central bank's Board of Governors until the Department of Justice investigation into his handling of building renovations is "well and truly over," he said Wednesday. He also said he hasn't yet decided on whether he'll stay on the board after the investigation is over. Powell's term as chair ends in May, but his term as governor still has about two more years to go. If his successor has not been confirmed by the Senate after his chair term ends, Powell will continue to act as chair pro tem, he said. Dear readers: We recognize that politics often intersects with the financial news of the day, so we invite you to click here to join the separate political discussion. More on the Fed Federal Reserve keeps policy on hold for third straight meeting, as Iran war clouds outlook Fed policy outlook in focus as prediction markets bet on higher inflation Fed continues to see a quarter-point rate cut in 2026 - March dot plot
A residential project developed by China Merchants Shekou under construction in Wuchang district, Wuhan. Photo: VCG China Merchants Shekou Industrial Zone Holdings Co. Ltd. reported profit fell to a nearly decade low, highlighting persistent strains in China’s property sector, where subdued demand and weaker asset values continue to weigh on developers. The state-owned developer said net profit fe...
A residential project developed by China Merchants Shekou under construction in Wuchang district, Wuhan. Photo: VCG China Merchants Shekou Industrial Zone Holdings Co. Ltd. reported profit fell to a nearly decade low, highlighting persistent strains in China’s property sector, where subdued demand and weaker asset values continue to weigh on developers. The state-owned developer said net profit fell 74.7% to about 1 billion yuan ($145 million) in 2025, pointing to a still-weak housing market where both sales volumes and prices remain under pressure despite policy support.
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Tuesday issued an interpretation clarifying which types of cryptocurrencies are considered securities and how a “non-security” digital asset could meet certain conditions to become an investment contract. The SEC’s new interpretation – which the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission also joined – classifies crypto tokens into five categories: di...
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Tuesday issued an interpretation clarifying which types of cryptocurrencies are considered securities and how a “non-security” digital asset could meet certain conditions to become an investment contract. The SEC’s new interpretation – which the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission also joined – classifies crypto tokens into five categories: digital commodities, digital collectibles, digital tools, stablecoins and digital securities, with the agency specifying that federal securities laws only apply to digital securities. The SEC also said that a “non-security” crypto asset could become subject to securities laws if an issuer offers it by promoting investment in a common enterprise from which a purchaser could expect to profit. Under its chair, Paul Atkins, the SEC has laid out sweeping plans to overhaul capital markets regulations to accommodate cryptocurrencies and blockchain-based trading. Atkins has previously said that most cryptocurrencies are not securities, a designation that requires registration with the SEC along with certain disclosures. The crypto sector has for years argued that existing US regulations are inappropriate for cryptocurrencies and has called for Congress and regulators to write new ones that clarify when a crypto token is a security, commodity or falls into another category, such as stablecoins. Also on Tuesday, Atkins laid out a safe harbor proposal for cryptocurrency companies that would make it easier to sell tokens and raise money. Atkins said the SEC should consider a “fit-for-purpose startup exemption”, which would allow crypto entrepreneurs to raise a certain amount of money or operate for a certain period of time while exempt from the agency’s rules. “It’s way past time for us to stop diagnosing the problem and start delivering the solution,” Atkins said in remarks at an event held by the Digital Chamber crypto trade group in Washington DC. Atkins said he anticipates the SEC wi...