Another day of sharp moves in the stock and oil markets illustrates why individual investors need to exercise restraint during the Iran war, CNBC's Jim Cramer said Tuesday. "If you're buying and selling stocks at this very moment, instead of sitting on your hands, you're gonna drive yourself crazy. You're gonna make mistakes and you'll end up looking like a fool," Cramer said on "Mad Money." "The ...
Another day of sharp moves in the stock and oil markets illustrates why individual investors need to exercise restraint during the Iran war, CNBC's Jim Cramer said Tuesday. "If you're buying and selling stocks at this very moment, instead of sitting on your hands, you're gonna drive yourself crazy. You're gonna make mistakes and you'll end up looking like a fool," Cramer said on "Mad Money." "The backdrop is pure lunacy," he added. "It's very hard to make money in this kind of environment." The S & P 500 ended Tuesday's choppy session moderately lower and the Dow Jones Industrial Average also modestly fell. The Nasdaq ended the day basically flat. All three major indexes had spent time Tuesday solidly higher and lower, so their closing levels obscure all that happened during the trading day. That's coming off Monday's wild session in which the Dow erased a more than 800 point loss to close up more than 200 points , in the wake of President Donald Trump saying the war in Iran could be over soon . But by the time Tuesday's opening bell came around, Cramer argued that investors had to confront rhetoric from Washington — namely, an early morning press conference from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth — that sounded much harsher than Trump's Monday afternoon message. The oil market also went on a wild ride Tuesday, falling as traders anticipated supply coming onto the market through a coordinated release of strategic petroleum reserves from countries around the globe. But the losses picked up steam late in the session after Energy Secretary Chris Wright posted on X that the U.S. Navy successfully escorted a tanker through the Strait of Hormuz — only for the White House to walk back that claim. Oil would go on to settle well off its lows of the session. "You can sit on your hands when the situation's this unclear," said Cramer, adding that this is easier than worrying about social media posts. With all the mixed signals coming, Cramer said everyday investors have a distinct ...
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He sent the Austin by container to Rotterdam, and then spent some time fixing it up in his workshop before loading it on to his equally vintage 1970 Opel Blitz truck which has been converted into a car transporter.
Earnings Call Insights: loanDepot, Inc. (LDI) Q4 2025 Management View CEO Anthony Hsieh reported that "we originated the most volume since 2022, gained share in an expanding market and achieved a 71% recapture rate from our in-house servicing platform." Hsieh stated that the company is benefiting from a return to core competencies and expects to continue gaining market share as the industry consol...
Earnings Call Insights: loanDepot, Inc. (LDI) Q4 2025 Management View CEO Anthony Hsieh reported that "we originated the most volume since 2022, gained share in an expanding market and achieved a 71% recapture rate from our in-house servicing platform." Hsieh stated that the company is benefiting from a return to core competencies and expects to continue gaining market share as the industry consolidates. The CEO highlighted the opportunity presented by a fragmented consumer-facing marketplace, emphasizing loanDepot's position as a scaled originator with digital capabilities. Hsieh explained that "our distribution model consisting of digitally enabled direct-to-consumer nationwide end-market retail and partnership with homebuilders bring new customers into our ecosystem across a diversity of transactions and geographies." He also pointed to the vertical integration of the company, allowing full control over the consumer experience and fueling recapture capabilities. Hsieh underscored the introduction of AI capabilities to core business functions, stating these innovations are "having positive impact on the business with wide user acceptance, including by our customers and should drive positive operating efficiencies as volume increase." CFO David Hayes stated, "We reported an adjusted net loss of $21 million in the fourth quarter compared to an adjusted net loss of $3 million in the third quarter of 2025 due primarily to lower pull-through weighted gain on sale margin, higher amortization on our MSR portfolio and higher expenses, offset somewhat by higher pull-through weighted lock volume." Outlook Hayes provided guidance for the first quarter, projecting pull-through weighted lock volume of between $7.75 billion and $8.75 billion and origination volume of between $6.75 billion and $7.75 billion. The pull-through weighted gain on sale margin is expected to be between 270 and 300 basis points. Management expects total expenses to increase in the first quarter, mainly ...
(RTTNews) - The South Korea stock market bounced higher again on Tuesday, one day after snapping the two-day winning streak in which it had rallied almost 500 points or 10 percent. The KOSPI now sits just above the 5,530-point plateau and it's likely to hold steady in that neighborhood on Wednesday. He global forecast for the Asian markets is fairly flat as traders await further developments in th...
(RTTNews) - The South Korea stock market bounced higher again on Tuesday, one day after snapping the two-day winning streak in which it had rallied almost 500 points or 10 percent. The KOSPI now sits just above the 5,530-point plateau and it's likely to hold steady in that neighborhood on Wednesday. He global forecast for the Asian markets is fairly flat as traders await further developments in the Middle East conflict. The European markets were up and the U.S. bourses were mixed and flat and the Asian markets are likely to follow the latter lead. The KOSPI finished sharply higher on Tuesday with gains across the board, especially among the financial, technology, utility and automobile companies. For the day, the index surged 280.72 points or 5.35 percent to finish at 5,532.59 after trading between 5,427.88 and 5,595.88. Volume was 913 million shares worth 28.4 trillion won. There were 753 gainers and 146 decliners. Among the actives, Shinhan Financial collected 0.79 percent, while KB Financial vaulted 3.37 percent, Hana Financial expanded 1.85 percent, Samsung Electronics surged 8.30 percent, Samsung SDI accelerated 3.73 percent, LG Electronics strengthened 2.20 percent, SK Hynix skyrocketed 12.30 percent, Naver advanced 0.92 percent, LG Chem rallied 3.67 percent, Lotte Chemical soared 4.07 percent, SK Innovation climbed 1.35 percent, S-Oil plummeted 8.39 percent, POSCO Holdings improved 2.23 percent, SK Telecom gained 1.85 percent, KEPCO skyrocketed 6.25 percent, Hyundai Mobis jumped 3.42 percent, Hyundai Motor added 3.55 percent and Kia Motors was up 4.95 percent. The lead from Wall Street offers little clarity as the major averages opened lower but quickly moved higher and spent most of the day in the green before a late fade saw them end mixed and little changed. The Dow dipped 34.29 points or 0.07 percent to finish at 47,706.51, while the NASDAQ perked 1.16 points or 0.01 percent to close at 22,697.10 and the S&P 500 fell 14.51 points or 0.21 percent to end at...
SINGAPORE, March 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JOYY Inc. (NASDAQ: JOYY) (“JOYY” or the “Company”), a global technology company, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2025. Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights1 Net revenues were US$581.9 million, an increase of 5.9% from US$549.4 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and 7.7% from US$540.2 ...
SINGAPORE, March 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JOYY Inc. (NASDAQ: JOYY) (“JOYY” or the “Company”), a global technology company, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2025. Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights1 Net revenues were US$581.9 million, an increase of 5.9% from US$549.4 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and 7.7% from US$540.2 million in the third quarter of 2025. Live streaming revenues were US$394.4 million, compared with US$422.4 million in the corresponding period of 2024, representing an increase of 1.5% from US$388.5 million in the third quarter of 2025. Advertising revenues 2 increased by 62.4% to US$145.4 million from US$89.6 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and by 29.3% from US$112.5 million in the third quarter of 2025. Other revenues increased by 12.3% to US$42.1 million from US$37.5 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and by 7.2% from US$39.2 million in the third quarter of 2025. were US$581.9 million, an increase of 5.9% from US$549.4 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and 7.7% from US$540.2 million in the third quarter of 2025. Operating income was US$18.3 million, compared to operating loss of US$427.9 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and operating income of US$19.6 million in the third quarter of 2025. was US$18.3 million, compared to operating loss of US$427.9 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and operating income of US$19.6 million in the third quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP EBITDA 3 was US$50.6 million, compared with US$55.7 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and US$50.6 million in the third quarter of 2025. was US$50.6 million, compared with US$55.7 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and US$50.6 million in the third quarter of 2025. Net income from continuing operations attributable to controlling interest of JOYY 4 was US$54.3 million, compared to net loss of US$304.1 million in the corresponding period of 2024 and...
Explore the exciting world of Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) with our contributing expert analysts in this Motley Fool Scoreboard episode. Check out the video below to gain valuable insights into market trends and potential investment opportunities! *Stock prices used were the prices of Jan. 28, 2026. The video was published on March 10, 2026. Continue reading
Explore the exciting world of Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) with our contributing expert analysts in this Motley Fool Scoreboard episode. Check out the video below to gain valuable insights into market trends and potential investment opportunities! *Stock prices used were the prices of Jan. 28, 2026. The video was published on March 10, 2026. Continue reading
Key Points Granahan Investment Management sold 757,249 shares of Magnite in the fourth quarter; the estimated trade value was $12.57 million based on quarterly average pricing. Meanwhile, the quarter-end position value decreased by $33.79 million, reflecting both trading and market price changes. The post-trade stake stood at 3,115,930 shares valued at $50.57 million. 10 stocks we like better than...
Key Points Granahan Investment Management sold 757,249 shares of Magnite in the fourth quarter; the estimated trade value was $12.57 million based on quarterly average pricing. Meanwhile, the quarter-end position value decreased by $33.79 million, reflecting both trading and market price changes. The post-trade stake stood at 3,115,930 shares valued at $50.57 million. 10 stocks we like better than Magnite › On February 17, 2026, Granahan Investment Management disclosed a sale of Magnite (NASDAQ:MGNI) shares, reducing its stake by 757,249 shares in an estimated $12.57 million transaction based on quarterly average pricing. What happened According to a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing dated February 17, 2026, Granahan Investment Management decreased its position in Magnite (NASDAQ:MGNI) by 757,249 shares during the fourth quarter of 2025. The estimated transaction value was $12.57 million, based on the average closing price for the quarter. The quarter-end value of the Magnite stake fell by $33.79 million, which includes both trading activity and price movement effects. What else to know After the sale, Magnite represents 2.17% of Granahan's $2.34 billion in reportable U.S. equity AUM. Top five holdings as of quarter-end: NASDAQ:PRCH: $105.82 million (4.5% of AUM) NYSE:GENI: $86.55 million (3.7% of AUM) NYSE:CRS: $84.12 million (3.6% of AUM) NASDAQ:FTAI: $68.38 million (2.9% of AUM) NASDAQ:VCTR: $67.83 million (2.9% of AUM) As of Thursday, Magnite shares were up about 6% over the past year, well underperforming the S&P 500’s roughly 21% gain in the same period. Company overview Metric Value Revenue (TTM) $714 million Net income (TTM) $144.6 million Price (as of Tuesday) $13.00 Company snapshot Magnite provides an independent sell-side advertising platform, offering applications and services for publishers to manage and monetize digital advertising inventory across CTV, websites, and other digital media properties. The company operates a technology-drive...
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$ORCL--The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of purchasers or acquirers of senior notes issued by Oracle Corporation (“Oracle” or “the Company”) (NYSE: ORCL) pursuant and/or traceable to the Shelf Registration Statement filed with the SEC on March 15, 2024, and as supplemented on Septemb...
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$ORCL--The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of purchasers or acquirers of senior notes issued by Oracle Corporation (“Oracle” or “the Company”) (NYSE: ORCL) pursuant and/or traceable to the Shelf Registration Statement filed with the SEC on March 15, 2024, and as supplemented on September 25, 2025 (together, the “Offering Documents”), for violations of the securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors. Oracle failed to disclose at the time of its bond offering that it would require a significantly higher level of debt to build out its AI infrastructure. The Company was preparing to raise additional debt which could damage the creditworthiness of these bonds. If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate. We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at bschall@schallfirm.com. The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation. This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics. Contacts The Schall Law Firm Brian Schall, Esq. 310-301-3335 info@schallfirm.com www.schallfirm.com
Key Points Nvidia is a higher-risk, higher-reward option. Taiwan Semiconductor is a great blanket option to invest in AI. 10 stocks we like better than Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing › Artificial intelligence (AI) investing is still a huge theme in the market, but some investors are less bullish on the space than they once were. But I don't see how you can look at what's going on and not be bu...
Key Points Nvidia is a higher-risk, higher-reward option. Taiwan Semiconductor is a great blanket option to invest in AI. 10 stocks we like better than Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing › Artificial intelligence (AI) investing is still a huge theme in the market, but some investors are less bullish on the space than they once were. But I don't see how you can look at what's going on and not be bullish. The AI hyperscalers are spending huge sums of money on data centers, and there are several companies that are benefiting from this spending right now. Two of the biggest are Nvidia(NASDAQ: NVDA) and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.(NYSE: TSM). Both of these stocks have been huge winners over the past few years, but none of that matters now. What matters is which is the best buy now, this month, and both of them look pretty promising. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Nvidia's and Taiwan Semiconductor's success are tied together Nvidia makes graphics processing units (GPUs), which have become the computing unit of choice for anyone involved in the AI field. While there are other viable options, none offer the flexibility, full-stack capabilities, or raw power of the Nvidia ecosystem. As a result, it can charge a premium price that clients are willing to pay. Furthermore, demand for AI computing products is at an all-time high. In 2026, the big four AI hyperscalers are planning on spending around $650 billion on data centers. A large chunk of that will be heading Nvidia's way, and that's not even all of the companies that are aggressively spending in the AI realm. This bodes well for Nvidia, but it is also great for Taiwan Semiconductor. Nvidia doesn't actually produce any of its chips; it just designs them. While there are several companies in Nvidia's production supply chain, no...
Millwall rode their luck to bolster their bid for promotion with a 1-0 win against Derby. Alex Neil’s side took the lead through Josh Coburn’s goal in the 43rd minute at the Den. Barry Bannan’s free-kick was not cleared and the Millwall defender Tristan Crama hooked the ball back into the six-yard box, where Coburn glanced his header in at the far post. That was enough to secure a fourth successiv...
Millwall rode their luck to bolster their bid for promotion with a 1-0 win against Derby. Alex Neil’s side took the lead through Josh Coburn’s goal in the 43rd minute at the Den. Barry Bannan’s free-kick was not cleared and the Millwall defender Tristan Crama hooked the ball back into the six-yard box, where Coburn glanced his header in at the far post. That was enough to secure a fourth successive Championship victory for third-placed Millwall, as they closed the gap on second-placed Middlesbrough to one point. The Derby striker Patrick Agyemang hit the post in stoppage time after earlier missing another golden opportunity to equalise in a second half dominated by the visitors. Millwall, who have won seven of their past nine games, will hope for a favour from their south London neighbours Charlton when they face Middlesbrough on Wednesday. Fourth-placed Ipswich are three points behind Millwall after a dramatic 3-3 draw at Stoke. Milan Smit and Bae Jun-ho scored to put Stoke two goals ahead in the first half. Wes Burns and Jack Taylor dragged Ipswich level before George Hirst gave Kieran McKenna’s side the lead. But Smit converted a stoppage-time penalty to dent Ipswich’s push for automatic promotion. Quick Guide League One roundup: Lincoln pull clear as Cardiff stumble Show Tom Hamer's 32nd-minute header proved enough to send Lincoln four points clear at the top of League One with a 1-0 win over Exeter at St James Park. Michael Skubala's men built on Saturday's win at their title rivals Cardiff as they extended their unbeaten league record to 19 games. Cardiff stumbled again as they were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw at Barnsley, Robin Colwill's early opener for the visitors cancelled out by Scott Bankes' first half leveller. Leyton Orient muscled their way out of the relegation zone as a Dom Ballard brace saw them come from behind to win 2-1 at fading Stevenage, while Mansfield managed to rebound from their big FA Cup clash with Arsenal as Louis Reed's long-rang...
Sequoia Capital partner Ravi Gupta and former Meta Platforms Inc. Chief Revenue Officer John Hegeman are looking to raise at least $1 billion for a new company called Ithaca Holdings, according to people familiar with the matter. Ithaca Holdings will be a holding company and will seek to acquire at least one public or private firm, with plans to infuse it with new technology, potentially including...
Sequoia Capital partner Ravi Gupta and former Meta Platforms Inc. Chief Revenue Officer John Hegeman are looking to raise at least $1 billion for a new company called Ithaca Holdings, according to people familiar with the matter. Ithaca Holdings will be a holding company and will seek to acquire at least one public or private firm, with plans to infuse it with new technology, potentially including artificial intelligence, according to the people, who asked not to be identified discussing private information. Sequoia Capital, where Gupta remains a partner, is a major investor in Ithaca Holdings. The talks are still early and the target could change, the people said. Sequoia declined to comment. Gupta and Hegeman did not respond to requests for comment. The effort is the latest example of a trend rippling through Silicon Valley where investors move to update old-world industries using AI. However, unlike some firms, Ithaca Holdings won’t solely seek to add AI to traditional businesses — instead aiming to improve companies’ technology and operations more broadly. Investment firms — including General Catalyst, 8VC, Thrive Capital and others — have all backed companies that are trying to disrupt age-old services businesses, sometimes by outright acquiring them, and then injecting AI into them. The accounting and legal services industries, for example, have attracted interest as ripe targets for AI disruption. Read More: Thrive Holdings Makes a $100 Million Bet on AI for IT Help Gupta, who served as a general partner at Sequoia for several years, stepped back from his full-time role in January . Hegeman, who spent more than 17 years at Meta, announced his departure as chief revenue officer in November.
Earnings Call Insights: Exagen Inc. (XGN) Q4 2025 Management View CEO John Aballi emphasized Exagen’s commitment to addressing diagnostic delays in autoimmune diseases, stating the company is “working to own the entire space, providing more comprehensive care for the channel that relies on us and to move the field forward.” He highlighted the company’s deliberate rebuilding efforts since 2022, inc...
Earnings Call Insights: Exagen Inc. (XGN) Q4 2025 Management View CEO John Aballi emphasized Exagen’s commitment to addressing diagnostic delays in autoimmune diseases, stating the company is “working to own the entire space, providing more comprehensive care for the channel that relies on us and to move the field forward.” He highlighted the company’s deliberate rebuilding efforts since 2022, including overhauling revenue cycle management and restructuring the sales force, which was reduced by approximately 1/3 and upgraded in talent. Aballi reported that Exagen achieved the highest Q4 testing volume in company history, with the volume run rate increasing from around 30,000 tests in Q1 to over 35,000 in subsequent quarters. He noted, “In 2025, the team delivered over 11% testing growth with strong momentum heading into 2026.” The sales force expanded from 40 to 45 territories. Average selling price (ASP) on a trailing 12-month basis rose to approximately $441 from $411, a 7% increase. The CEO underscored, “Looking forward, there are several drivers to support further ASP expansion, including continued revenue cycle execution and the continued traction we expect from new biomarkers now that they're roughly 12 months into commercialization.” Aballi outlined a pipeline of five assets, aiming to launch one product per year, and previewed a myositis solution targeted for 2027. He said, “We have 5 promising assets in development and are formalizing a product cadence intended to expand our addressable market opportunity by launching one product each year.” Exagen is guiding full-year 2026 revenue expectations to $70 million to $73 million. CFO Jeffrey Black stated, “Full year 2025 revenue reached a record $66.6 million, a near 20% increase over 2024 with volume up over 11% and trailing 12-month ASP up over 7%.” He added, “We reported just over 58% for the full year 2025 compared to about 60% in 2024, reflecting the ASP pressure we experienced in the second half of the yea...
GabrielaMankova/iStock via Getty Images Despite the ongoing U.S.-Iran War and all the chaos surrounding that event, the market has been flat YTD. The covered call strategy that I called the “ King of Nasdaq 100 Income ETFs ” back in June and last covered in September , the Goldman Sachs Nasdaq-100 Premium Income ETF ( GPIQ ), has been churning out income and grinding away since. Author's past rati...
GabrielaMankova/iStock via Getty Images Despite the ongoing U.S.-Iran War and all the chaos surrounding that event, the market has been flat YTD. The covered call strategy that I called the “ King of Nasdaq 100 Income ETFs ” back in June and last covered in September , the Goldman Sachs Nasdaq-100 Premium Income ETF ( GPIQ ), has been churning out income and grinding away since. Author's past ratings on GPIQ (Seeking Alpha) GPIQ's total return so far has come out positive YTD, though this assumes dividends reinvested to be fair. It's done better than the underlying asset, something it can seldom claim. This is because covered call funds limit their upside exposure and can be left behind in bull markets. But in sideways markets, they shine. The upside cap is not breached, and the covered calls still kick up income. Data by YCharts While there is no shortage of individual stocks making big moves in the market, overall, year-to-date, the Nasdaq 100 has been trading in a fairly tight range, which narrowed even further since the start of February. The S&P 500, which has significant overlap, hasn't traded in such a tight range as it has over the last month and a half in the past 100 years of market history. We're at “peak sideways” with this market, and that is decent news for covered call investors, oddly enough. Bloomberg GPIQ's Strategy Was Built For Times Like This Here is a quick overview of GPIQ before we get into the strategy and holdings: Inception 10/24/23 Price $52.00 Div Rate TTM $5.29 Distribution Rate 10.10% Div Frequency Monthly Distribution RoC % ~70% AUM $3.06 billion ER 0.29% Click to enlarge GPIQ's strategy is fairly straightforward, as it is not only a “standard” covered call setup, but it also operates using incredibly similar procedures to other covered call funds like the NEOS Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF ( QQQI ) or the JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF ( JEPQ ). Investors familiar with those funds should immediately understand what GPIQ is an...
On February 17, 2026, Granahan Investment Management disclosed a major sale of SPS Commerce (NASDAQ:SPSC) shares, reducing its stake by 368,776 shares in a transaction estimated at $34.19 million based on quarterly average pricing. According to a February 17, 2026, SEC filing , Granahan Investment Management reduced its holdings in SPS Commerce by 368,776 shares. The estimated transaction value, b...
On February 17, 2026, Granahan Investment Management disclosed a major sale of SPS Commerce (NASDAQ:SPSC) shares, reducing its stake by 368,776 shares in a transaction estimated at $34.19 million based on quarterly average pricing. According to a February 17, 2026, SEC filing , Granahan Investment Management reduced its holdings in SPS Commerce by 368,776 shares. The estimated transaction value, based on the quarterly average share price, was $34.19 million. The fund’s position value declined by $38.82 million over the quarter, which includes both trading activity and market pricing effects. The remaining stake totals 28,004 shares, valued at $2.50 million. SPS Commerce is a leading provider of cloud-based supply chain management solutions, enabling digital connectivity and automation for a broad network of trading partners. The company's scalable SaaS platform supports efficient order fulfillment, compliance, and analytics, positioning SPS Commerce as a critical technology partner for organizations navigating complex, omnichannel retail environments. With a strong recurring revenue base and focus on network-driven value, SPS Commerce leverages its platform to drive operational efficiency and supply chain visibility for its customers. Continue reading
Think the stock market in 2026 is starting to feel less like smooth sailing and more like whitewater rafting? You're not wrong. All three major indexes are down year to date, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.2%, the S&P 500 off 0.4%, and the Nasdaq Composite down 1.8%. About the only index that's up -- and it's way up -- is the CBOE S&P 500 Volatility Index (^VIX 2.24%), or VIX, which ...
Think the stock market in 2026 is starting to feel less like smooth sailing and more like whitewater rafting? You're not wrong. All three major indexes are down year to date, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.2%, the S&P 500 off 0.4%, and the Nasdaq Composite down 1.8%. About the only index that's up -- and it's way up -- is the CBOE S&P 500 Volatility Index (^VIX 2.24%), or VIX, which measures overall market volatility. It's up a whopping 67% year to date as of this writing, and it could go even higher in the coming days as energy prices surge and the February Consumer Price Index (CPI) looms. Here's what investors need to know. A mixed picture Market volatility refers to how much the overall market's value fluctuates up and down. It often gets higher when external events create market uncertainty, which leads to frantic buying and selling. For example, the VIX's biggest spike in the last five years occurred after President Donald Trump's April 2025 "Liberation Day" tariff announcement, when it spiked to 52.3, as the market tried to figure out what kind of impacts the tariffs would have on businesses. During the bear market of 2022, the VIX mostly bounced around between 20 and 35, but through 2023, 2024, and 2025, it mostly remained below 20, and it was sitting at just 14.5 on Jan. 1. However, recent events have caused it to spike again, and it currently sits at 25. Expand VOLATILITYINDICES : ^VIX CBOE S&P 500 Volatility Index Today's Change ( -2.24 %) $ -0.57 Current Price $ 24.93 Key Data Points Day's Range $ 22.19 - $ 26.01 52wk Range $ 13.47 - $ 52.33 Conflicting reports Part of the reason for the current spike in volatility is the conflicting signals the economy is sending. January's jobs report was much stronger than expected, showing a net gain of 130,000 jobs, well above the consensus estimate of 55,000. But February's job numbers, released on Friday, were terrible, showing a net loss of 92,000 jobs where economists had expected a slight gain, wi...
Key Points The VIX volatility index has spiked in the wake of higher oil prices and war in Iran. Adding to the uncertainty, economic indicators are painting a mixed picture. Volatility will likely remain high without clarity on the Iran war's trajectory. 10 stocks we like better than CBOE S&P 500 Volatility Index › Think the stock market in 2026 is starting to feel less like smooth sailing and mor...
Key Points The VIX volatility index has spiked in the wake of higher oil prices and war in Iran. Adding to the uncertainty, economic indicators are painting a mixed picture. Volatility will likely remain high without clarity on the Iran war's trajectory. 10 stocks we like better than CBOE S&P 500 Volatility Index › Think the stock market in 2026 is starting to feel less like smooth sailing and more like whitewater rafting? You're not wrong. All three major indexes are down year to date, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.2%, the S&P 500 off 0.4%, and the Nasdaq Composite down 1.8%. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » About the only index that's up -- and it's way up -- is the CBOE S&P 500 Volatility Index (VOLATILITYINDICES: ^VIX), or VIX, which measures overall market volatility. It's up a whopping 67% year to date as of this writing, and it could go even higher in the coming days as energy prices surge and the February Consumer Price Index (CPI) looms. Here's what investors need to know. A mixed picture Market volatility refers to how much the overall market's value fluctuates up and down. It often gets higher when external events create market uncertainty, which leads to frantic buying and selling. For example, the VIX's biggest spike in the last five years occurred after President Donald Trump's April 2025 "Liberation Day" tariff announcement, when it spiked to 52.3, as the market tried to figure out what kind of impacts the tariffs would have on businesses. During the bear market of 2022, the VIX mostly bounced around between 20 and 35, but through 2023, 2024, and 2025, it mostly remained below 20, and it was sitting at just 14.5 on Jan. 1. However, recent events have caused it to spike again, and it currently sits at 25. Conflicting reports Part of the reason for the cu...
Suzyanne16/iStock Editorial via Getty Images In late September 2025, I expressed my view that Sphere Entertainment Co.'s ( SPHR ) gains were likely just getting started. I initiated the stock at a buy rating, citing strong demand and improving financials. This was probably one of my best calls of the year as you can see below that Sphere Entertainment has nearly doubled since the publication of my...
Suzyanne16/iStock Editorial via Getty Images In late September 2025, I expressed my view that Sphere Entertainment Co.'s ( SPHR ) gains were likely just getting started. I initiated the stock at a buy rating, citing strong demand and improving financials. This was probably one of my best calls of the year as you can see below that Sphere Entertainment has nearly doubled since the publication of my article. Today, we'll take a look at the company's fundamentals to see whether more gains are on the way or whether the stock is likely to take a breather. Seeking Alpha In the below analysis, it is shown that their Sphere business is performing nicely. Growth is accelerating and expenses are well controlled. For the company as a whole, their financial position looks strong and that should help them sustain their expansion plans. While the valuation has risen significantly in recent months, I believe there is room for further multiple expansion as results for the Las Vegas Sphere show that the potential for future Spheres is immense. Therefore, I've decided to maintain my buy rating on the stock. Growth Accelerates Data by YCharts In my previous article, I highlighted that the company is made up of two key segments and that the performance contrast between the two is quite significant. This remains the case. In 2025 Q4, revenues for their Sphere segment grew 62% to $274.2 million while their MSG Networks segment saw revenues decline by 14%. While growth for their Sphere business actually accelerated, the trajectory of their MSG business further deteriorated from Q3. Unfortunately, for investors, buying the stock means buying both of these segments. While their famous Las Vegas Sphere is truly succeeding in attracting customers looking for new experiences, their MSG segment seems to be on the decline as total number of subscribers dropped by 14.5%. Nonetheless, as a whole, the company reported revenues of $394.3 million, up a very respectable 28% YoY. This is a considerable...
Hundreds of documents relating to Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the US are expected to be released by Downing Street on Wednesday. The first tranche of files will include a two-page due diligence report by the Cabinet Office, which is likely to raise questions about Keir Starmer’s judgment, the Guardian understands. Sources said it had warned Starmer of the serious “reputational r...
Hundreds of documents relating to Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the US are expected to be released by Downing Street on Wednesday. The first tranche of files will include a two-page due diligence report by the Cabinet Office, which is likely to raise questions about Keir Starmer’s judgment, the Guardian understands. Sources said it had warned Starmer of the serious “reputational risk” of going ahead with Mandelson’s appointment in December 2024 given his links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Officials said the document could prove “very difficult” for the prime minister and warned that his response at the time – reportedly asking former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney, a friend of Mandelson, to seek and explanation from him about its contents – could be seen as “completely inadequate”. The documents being released are the first batch of tens of thousands of files and are expected to contain information that was publicly available at the time, such as newspaper reports that showed the extent of Mandelson’s relationship with Epstein. It will include correspondence between Cabinet Office, Downing Street and Foreign Office officials about Mandelson, who was sacked from his Washington role last September. Mandelson, 72, resigned from the Labour party and the House of Lords in February after the release of the Epstein files in the US. There will be a statement from the chief secretary to the prime minister, Darren Jones, about the contents of the release after prime minister’s questions. Last month, MPs ordered the government to release thousands of documents relating to Mandelson’s appointment after questions over how the peer was vetted. He was arrested last month on suspicion of misconduct in a public office after allegations that he leaked confidential information to the disgraced financier while serving as business secretary in Gordon Brown’s cabinet. The former Labour grandee was later released from his bail conditions, although he rema...