Alibaba (BABA) closed the most recent trading day at $150.90, moving -3.43% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.62%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.99%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.65%. The online retailer's shares have seen a decrease of 1.18% over the last month, not keeping up with the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.14% a...
Alibaba (BABA) closed the most recent trading day at $150.90, moving -3.43% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.62%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.99%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.65%. The online retailer's shares have seen a decrease of 1.18% over the last month, not keeping up with the Retail-Wholesale sector's gain of 0.14% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.59%. Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Alibaba in its upcoming release. The company is expected to report EPS of $2.24, down 23.55% from the prior-year quarter. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $41.33 billion, indicating a 7.67% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $6.42 per share and a revenue of $146.08 billion, indicating changes of -28.75% and +5.75%, respectively, from the former year. Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Alibaba. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability. Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system. The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed an unchanged state. Alibaba currently has a Zacks Rank of #5 (Strong Sell). Digging into valuation, Alibaba currently has a Forward P/E...
Marathon Petroleum (MPC) closed the most recent trading day at $170.42, moving -2.58% from the previous trading session. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.62%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.99%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.65%. Coming into today, shares of the refiner had lost 7.76% in the past month. In that same time, the Oils-Energy sector g...
Marathon Petroleum (MPC) closed the most recent trading day at $170.42, moving -2.58% from the previous trading session. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.62%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.99%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.65%. Coming into today, shares of the refiner had lost 7.76% in the past month. In that same time, the Oils-Energy sector gained 0.26%, while the S&P 500 gained 0.59%. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Marathon Petroleum in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to be unveiled on February 3, 2026. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $3.73, indicating a 384.42% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $30.58 billion, indicating a 8.62% decrease compared to the same quarter of the previous year. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $10.64 per share and a revenue of $132.48 billion, demonstrating changes of +11.88% and 0%, respectively, from the preceding year. It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Marathon Petroleum. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability. Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system. The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 0.1% increase. Currently, Marathon Petroleum is carrying a Zacks Rank...
Palo Alto Networks (PANW) closed the most recent trading day at $185.86, moving +2.05% from the previous trading session. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.62% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.99%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.65%. Shares of the security software maker have depreciated by 6.77% over the course of the pas...
Palo Alto Networks (PANW) closed the most recent trading day at $185.86, moving +2.05% from the previous trading session. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.62% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.99%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.65%. Shares of the security software maker have depreciated by 6.77% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.47%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.59%. The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Palo Alto Networks in its forthcoming earnings report. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $0.93, marking a 14.81% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $2.58 billion, up 14.34% from the prior-year quarter. PANW's full-year Zacks Consensus Estimates are calling for earnings of $3.84 per share and revenue of $10.52 billion. These results would represent year-over-year changes of +14.97% and +14.06%, respectively. It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Palo Alto Networks. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits. Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system. The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.2% lower. Palo Alto ...
In the latest market close, Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (HIMS) reached $16.44, with a +0.86% movement compared to the previous day. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.28% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.15%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.15%. Shares of the company have depreciated by 2.57% over the course of the past month, ...
In the latest market close, Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (HIMS) reached $16.44, with a +0.86% movement compared to the previous day. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.28% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.15%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.15%. Shares of the company have depreciated by 2.57% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Medical sector's gain of 0.38% and the S&P 500's gain of 2%. The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Hims & Hers Health, Inc. in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.06, up 250% from the prior-year quarter. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $378.82 million, indicating a 67.1% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year. For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $0.22 per share and a revenue of $1.39 billion, representing changes of +300% and +59.79%, respectively, from the prior year. Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Hims & Hers Health, Inc. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the company's business and profitability. Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model. The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained unchanged. Hims & Hers Health, Inc. is holding a ...
In the latest trading session, Intel (INTC) closed at $40.02, marking a +1.65% move from the previous day. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.62% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.99%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.65%. Shares of the world's largest chipmaker have depreciated by 2.31% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Computer and...
In the latest trading session, Intel (INTC) closed at $40.02, marking a +1.65% move from the previous day. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.62% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.99%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.65%. Shares of the world's largest chipmaker have depreciated by 2.31% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.47%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.59%. The upcoming earnings release of Intel will be of great interest to investors. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.08, indicating a 38.46% decline compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $13.38 billion, indicating a 6.2% downward movement from the same quarter last year. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $0.34 per share and revenue of $52.55 billion, indicating changes of +361.54% and 0%, respectively, compared to the previous year. Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Intel. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook. Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system. The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. Right now, Intel possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). Investors should also note Intel's current valuation metrics, including i...
SoFi Technologies, Inc. (SOFI) ended the recent trading session at $26.99, demonstrating a -7.84% change from the preceding day's closing price. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.62%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.99%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.65%. Shares of the company have appreciated by 6.05% over the course of the past month, outperformi...
SoFi Technologies, Inc. (SOFI) ended the recent trading session at $26.99, demonstrating a -7.84% change from the preceding day's closing price. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.62%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.99%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.65%. Shares of the company have appreciated by 6.05% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Finance sector's gain of 2.85%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.59%. The upcoming earnings release of SoFi Technologies, Inc. will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on January 30, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $0.11, showcasing a 120% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $972.75 million, indicating a 31.61% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $0.36 per share and revenue of $3.56 billion. These totals would mark changes of +140% and 0%, respectively, from last year. Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for SoFi Technologies, Inc. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability. Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system. The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus E...
Intel (INTC) ended the recent trading session at $23.92, demonstrating a +1.61% swing from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.4%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.62%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.6%. Coming into today, shares of the world's largest chipmaker had gained 20.04% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Te...
Intel (INTC) ended the recent trading session at $23.92, demonstrating a +1.61% swing from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.4%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.62%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 0.6%. Coming into today, shares of the world's largest chipmaker had gained 20.04% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Technology sector gained 0.91%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.71%. The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Intel in its forthcoming earnings report. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of -$0.03, marking a 107.32% fall compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $13.01 billion, indicating an 8.1% decrease compared to the same quarter of the previous year. In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $0.27 per share and a revenue of $52.18 billion, indicating changes of -74.29% and -3.77%, respectively, from the former year. Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Intel should also be noted by investors. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the company's business outlook. Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system. The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 2.32% downward. Intel is currently a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). In the context ...
In the latest trading session, Intel (INTC) closed at $40.02, marking a +1.65% move from the previous day. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.62% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.99%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.65%. Shares of the world's largest chipmaker have depreciated by 2.31% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Computer and...
In the latest trading session, Intel (INTC) closed at $40.02, marking a +1.65% move from the previous day. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.62% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.99%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.65%. Shares of the world's largest chipmaker have depreciated by 2.31% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.47%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.59%. The upcoming earnings release of Intel will be of great interest to investors. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.08, indicating a 38.46% decline compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $13.38 billion, indicating a 6.2% downward movement from the same quarter last year. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $0.34 per share and revenue of $52.55 billion, indicating changes of +361.54% and 0%, respectively, compared to the previous year. Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Intel. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook. Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system. The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. Right now, Intel possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). Investors should also note Intel's current valuation metrics, including i...
Key Points Quantum computing stocks benefited from industry-wide tailwinds in 2025. Can D-Wave Quantum set itself apart with its focus on quantum annealing? 10 stocks we like better than D-Wave Quantum › 2025 is finally over, and it's an exciting time for technology investors as they ride the wave of new megatrends like generative artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing. With shares up ...
Key Points Quantum computing stocks benefited from industry-wide tailwinds in 2025. Can D-Wave Quantum set itself apart with its focus on quantum annealing? 10 stocks we like better than D-Wave Quantum › 2025 is finally over, and it's an exciting time for technology investors as they ride the wave of new megatrends like generative artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing. With shares up by almost 200% over the last 12 months, D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) has established itself as an early leader. But can the boom continue in 2026? Let's dig deeper to see if the company's fundamentals live up to the hype. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now, when you join Stock Advisor. See the stocks » Why did D-Wave Quantum's stock surge in 2025? A rising tide tends to lift all boats in financial markets. This means good news for one company in an industry (or the industry as a whole) can inadvertently boost the stock price of similar companies. Quantum computing's big break started in late 2024 when tech giant Google announced Willow -- a state-of-the-art quantum computing chip capable of correcting its own errors and solving a previously unsolvable problem. The news sent money pouring into the industry because investors believe it could be a sign that real-world commercialization could be on the horizon. The industry also got a jolt in mid-October when rumors suggested the Trump administration may be considering equity positions in U.S. quantum stocks. These rumors turned out to be unsubstantiated. But investors should expect a high level of government support because of the geopolitically sensitive nature of quantum technology. If it works, quantum computing could be used for military purposes like cracking encryption, and the Trump administration is eager to stay ahead of rivals like China. Support could come in the form of grants, device purchases, and executive action to reduce reg...
Archer Aviation has bought itself time in 2025; 2026 will decide how that time gets judged. Archer Aviation (ACHR +3.04%) entered 2025 with momentum. The company strengthened its balance sheet, expanded international testing, and continued advancing its Midnight aircraft toward certification. For a business built around a futuristic idea, those steps mattered. But 2026 marks a transition year. Inv...
Archer Aviation has bought itself time in 2025; 2026 will decide how that time gets judged. Archer Aviation (ACHR +3.04%) entered 2025 with momentum. The company strengthened its balance sheet, expanded international testing, and continued advancing its Midnight aircraft toward certification. For a business built around a futuristic idea, those steps mattered. But 2026 marks a transition year. Investors will no longer judge Archer solely on its vision or progress. They will judge it on conversion -- the ability to turn testing into certification, partnerships into economics, and capital into execution. Here are the key areas Archer must prove in 2026 to move from a speculative concept to a credible aviation business. Certification must move from progress to closure For years, Archer has communicated steady advancement through the Federal Aviation Administration's certification framework. By 2026, that language will no longer be sufficient. Investors will look for clear, irreversible milestones, such as regulator sign-offs, conformity confirmations, and visible progress toward final type certification for its Midnight vehicle. Progress updates without closure no longer reduce risk -- they simply extend timelines. Advertisement This matters because certification is not a linear process. Delays compound quickly, especially as peers move closer to approval. If Archer fails to narrow the gap meaningfully in 2026, the market will begin to discount the stock less as a "late bloomer" and more as a trailing contender. Certification does not need to be completed by 2026 to restore confidence. But it must become decisively binary: clearly on track, or clearly slipping. Ambiguity will no longer be rewarded. Expand NYSE : ACHR Archer Aviation Today's Change ( 3.04 %) $ 0.26 Current Price $ 8.82 Key Data Points Market Cap $6.3B Day's Range $ 8.47 - $ 8.87 52wk Range $ 5.48 - $ 14.62 Volume 1.2M Avg Vol 57M Midnight must prove it can scale, not just fly Engineering success and man...
ASUS today announced the 2026 version of ProArt PX13, a versatile 13.3-inch AI-powered convertible laptop for creators. ProArt PX13 combines cutting-edge AI power with refined design to elevate modern creation. Powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor with a 50 TOPS NPU and up to 128 GB of unified memory, it delivers unmatched performance for AI-assisted workflows. This processor is capable ...
ASUS today announced the 2026 version of ProArt PX13, a versatile 13.3-inch AI-powered convertible laptop for creators. ProArt PX13 combines cutting-edge AI power with refined design to elevate modern creation. Powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor with a 50 TOPS NPU and up to 128 GB of unified memory, it delivers unmatched performance for AI-assisted workflows. This processor is capable of running optimized 120B-parameter large language models (LLMs) locally, enabling new frontiers in on-device AI creation. Enhanced by advanced AMD video-generation models, it supports the exclusive ASUS MuseTree app for text-to-video generation and intelligent storyboard simulation.The sleek, 1.39 kg convertible flips seamlessly between laptop, tent, stand, or tablet modes, with full stylus support for intuitive input. Its 3K ASUS Lumina OLED touchscreen ensures precise color accuracy for flawless proofing. The ASUS DialPad provides tactile control for precise adjustments, while versatile I/O ports allow seamless connections to peripherals. Together with the ProArt Creator Hub, the AI-powered StoryCube media hub, a dedicated Copilot key, military-grade toughness, and a long-lasting battery, ProArt PX13 transforms any setting - indoors or outdoors - into a fully-fledged creative studio, ensuring the creative process is limited only by imagination, not hardware.Featuring the revolutionary AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor with 16 cores, pro-grade graphics, and up to 128 GB of unified memory, ProArt PX13 tackles the most demanding creative workloads with unprecedented ease. This powerhouse is engineered for creators. With immense unified memory and a high-speed 1 TB SSD, it breezes through complex 3D scenes, multi-layer 4K/8K video edits, and AI-driven tasks. The advanced AMD Ryzen AI processor integrates dedicated AI acceleration, empowering next-generation creative tools so creators can focus on storytelling, not waiting, and ProArt PX13's Ambient Cooling technology maintains...
Vale (NYSE:VALE) , a global iron ore and nickel producer, closed Tuesday's session at $14.17, up 4.50%. Vale IPO'd in 2002 and has grown 530% since going public. Trading volume reached 57.2 million shares, coming in about 75% above its three-month average of 32.7 million shares. Tuesday's move followed disclosures of new and increased institutional positions in Vale and fresh features reassessing ...
Vale (NYSE:VALE) , a global iron ore and nickel producer, closed Tuesday's session at $14.17, up 4.50%. Vale IPO'd in 2002 and has grown 530% since going public. Trading volume reached 57.2 million shares, coming in about 75% above its three-month average of 32.7 million shares. Tuesday's move followed disclosures of new and increased institutional positions in Vale and fresh features reassessing the stock's 2025 rally and decade-long returns. Investors are also watching how production, costs, and capital returns evolve. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) added 0.62% to finish at 6,945, while the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC) gained 0.65% to close at 23,547. Within the metals & mining space, industry peers BHP Group (NYSE:BHP) and Rio Tinto Group (NYSE:RIO) climbed 2.66% and 2.43%, respectively, as investors weigh commodity-price leverage and capital-spending plans across diversified miners. Albemarle (NYSE:ALB) jumped 8.2%, however, helping to explain the high trading volume in Vale, too. Institutional investor, Advisory Resource Group, disclosed a new third-quarter position of 132,058 Vale shares, helping to boost sentiment. Kathmere Capital Management also reported lifting its Vale stake by 50% to about $1.3 million . Continue reading
(RTTNews) - Amazon (AMZN) has introduced a new Alexa.com website that allows some users to interact with its Alexa+ assistant directly through a web browser, marking a step toward competing more closely with AI chatbots such as ChatGPT. The browser-based experience is limited to Alexa+ users, the company's upgraded AI assistant that debuted in February and is still in early access. Access is avail...
(RTTNews) - Amazon (AMZN) has introduced a new Alexa.com website that allows some users to interact with its Alexa+ assistant directly through a web browser, marking a step toward competing more closely with AI chatbots such as ChatGPT. The browser-based experience is limited to Alexa+ users, the company's upgraded AI assistant that debuted in February and is still in early access. Access is available through a waitlist or with select newer devices. Through Alexa.com, users can ask questions, explore complex topics, generate content, plan travel, get homework help, and manage smart home devices from within the chat interface. The move is designed to make Alexa+ usable across more surfaces, as it was previously restricted to a mobile app or certain Echo devices. Amazon has been under pressure to modernise Alexa in response to the rapid adoption of generative AI tools from rivals, including OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic. The company said tens of millions of people now have access to Alexa+, and the web interface fulfils a feature it had previewed last year as part of its broader rollout strategy. Tuesday, AMZN closed at $240.93, up 3.38%, and is trading after hours at $240.85, down 0.04%, 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.
Asian stocks look set to take a breather after their best-ever start to a year, even as optimism over artificial intelligence and expectations of Federal Reserve easing drove US shares to a new high. Equity futures for Tokyo slid more than 1% after China imposed controls on exports to Japan with potential military uses, escalating tensions between Asia’s top economies. Contracts for Hong Kong edge...
Asian stocks look set to take a breather after their best-ever start to a year, even as optimism over artificial intelligence and expectations of Federal Reserve easing drove US shares to a new high. Equity futures for Tokyo slid more than 1% after China imposed controls on exports to Japan with potential military uses, escalating tensions between Asia’s top economies. Contracts for Hong Kong edged lower, while Sydney advanced as the S&P 500 Index added 0.6% to top a closing record hit in late December. Metals gains offset a drop in oil to push a Bloomberg commodities gauge to a three-year high. Stock investors have largely shrugged off tensions in Venezuela to extend a three-year bull run fueled by demand for AI–linked shares. A weaker-than-expected US Services PMI reading on Tuesday bolstered rate cut hopes, with business activity and jobs market data due later this week. The AI theme remained in focus after a flurry of updates from tech companies at the CES trade show in Las Vegas. Gainers in the tech space on Tuesday included shares of Amazon.com Inc. , Micron Technology and Microsoft Corp. “The fact that we’re getting actual real-time economic data certainly seems to be a tailwind for investors,” said Art Hogan , chief market strategist at B. Riley Wealth. “That combined with excitement coming out of CES.” All dual-use items are banned from being exported to Japan for military use effective immediately, China’s Ministry of Commerce said in a statement Tuesday. The government’s export control list features more than 800 items, ranging from chemicals, electronics and sensors to equipment and technologies used in shipping and aerospace. Meanwhile, Nvidia Corp. , countering fears about an AI spending bubble, said on Tuesday that an upbeat revenue forecast delivered in October has only gotten brighter due to strong demand. In October, Nvidia had projected about half a trillion dollars of revenue from current and future data center chips by the end of 2026. Gold clim...
As a Windows system built inside of a functioning membrane keyboard , the HP EliteBoard G1a announced today is a more accessible alternative to other keyboard-PCs. The Commodore 64 made the keyboard-PC famous in the 1980s, but the keyboard-PC space has been dominated by the Raspberry Pi. In 2019, the single-board computer (SBC) maker released the Raspberry Pi 400 , which is essentially a Raspberry...
As a Windows system built inside of a functioning membrane keyboard , the HP EliteBoard G1a announced today is a more accessible alternative to other keyboard-PCs. The Commodore 64 made the keyboard-PC famous in the 1980s, but the keyboard-PC space has been dominated by the Raspberry Pi. In 2019, the single-board computer (SBC) maker released the Raspberry Pi 400 , which is essentially a Raspberry Pi 4 SBC inside a case that also functions as a keyboard for the system. USB, HDMI, and Ethernet ports, plus a GPIO header and native Raspberry Pi OS Linux distribution add up to a low-end desktop computer experience that only costs $100. Then the Raspberry Pi 500 with a Pi 5 powered by a quad-core, 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76 inside, and the Pi 500+ , which has NVMe SSD, instead of microSD, storage, and is built inside of a low-profile mechanical keyboard (it’s also twice as expensive at $200). The Pi 500+ keyboard-PC using RGB. Credit: Raspberry Pi But Raspberry Pis largely appeal to tinkerers, DIYers, and Linux fans, making Pi-as-a-desktop a niche product with a substantial learning curve for newcomers. Read full article Comments
Appeals Court Agrees To Fast-Track Challenge To $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Authored by Matthew Vadum via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), A federal appeals court on Jan. 5 agreed to expedite a business group’s appea l of a court ruling that upheld the Trump administration’s decision to increase the fee for H-1B visas for employees in specialty occupations to $100,000. A U.S. flag and a U.S. H-1B Visa ...
Appeals Court Agrees To Fast-Track Challenge To $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Authored by Matthew Vadum via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), A federal appeals court on Jan. 5 agreed to expedite a business group’s appea l of a court ruling that upheld the Trump administration’s decision to increase the fee for H-1B visas for employees in specialty occupations to $100,000. A U.S. flag and a U.S. H-1B Visa application form, in this illustration taken Sept. 26, 2025. Dado Ruvic/Illustration/Reuters Washington-based U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell issued a ruling on Dec. 23, 2025, declining to block the fee increase. Howell also granted summary judgment in favor of the Trump administration. The H-1B program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in occupations that require “the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge and a bachelor’s degree or higher in a directly related specific specialty (or its equivalent) as a minimum for entry into the occupation in the United States,” according to a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) web page. Specialty occupations covered under the program include engineering, mathematics, architecture, medicine and health, education, law, and accounting. Before the policy change, the fee ranged from $2,000 to $5,000, depending on the employer’s size. Plaintiffs filed an appeal of Howell’s decision with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on Dec. 29, 2025. They included the Chamber of Commerce—a business federation with about 300,000 direct members—and the Association of American Universities, which represents 69 U.S.-based research universities, both of which had sued to block the policy. The plaintiffs said in a motion to expedite the case filed with the appeals court on Jan. 2 that a speedy review was necessary to preserve employers’ rights ahead of the annual H-1B visa lottery scheduled to begin in March. The Trump administration did not oppose the q...
Grab (NASDAQ:GRAB), a Southeast Asian superapp for rides and deliveries, closed Tuesday at $5.27, up 3.54%. Grab IPO'd in 2020 and has fallen 56% since going public. Trading volume reached 70.7 million shares, approximately 52% above its three-month average of 46.5 million shares. Tuesday’s move came as traders reacted to premarket news that Grab is acquiring AI robotics firm Infermove. How the ma...
Grab (NASDAQ:GRAB), a Southeast Asian superapp for rides and deliveries, closed Tuesday at $5.27, up 3.54%. Grab IPO'd in 2020 and has fallen 56% since going public. Trading volume reached 70.7 million shares, approximately 52% above its three-month average of 46.5 million shares. Tuesday’s move came as traders reacted to premarket news that Grab is acquiring AI robotics firm Infermove. How the markets moved today The S&P 500 rose 0.62% to 6,945, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.65% to 23,547. Industry peers Uber Technologies and Lyft also advanced, as the market moved the vast majority of growth stocks (not just ride-hailing businesses) higher on a broadly positive day. What this means for investors Grab's acquisition of China-based Infermove will be an intriguing development for investors to watch over time. Infermove and its AI-powered Carri robots can be used for the "first mile" and "last mile" of the delivery process, as well as many other applications, including warehousing and retail. The Carri mobile manipulation robots leverage driving data, imitation learning, and reinforcement learning to learn how to navigate unpredictable environments, such as sidewalks, while delivering food orders or groceries. Industry analysts believe the last-mile robotics delivery market could be worth $20 billion by 2027, making this a potential shrewd acquisition for Grab as it seeks to expand its massive ride-hailing and delivery network across Southeast Asia. Growing sales by 17% annually over the last five years and recently reaching profitability, Grab is a promising growth stock for investors to monitor. Where to invest $1,000 right now When our analyst team has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, Stock Advisor’s total average return is 973%* — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 195% for the S&P 500. They just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy right now, available when you join Stock Advisor. See the stocks » *Sto...
In a possible red flag for the artificial intelligence investment boom, the stocks of companies that provide cooling systems for data centers, plunged Tuesday after Nvidia unveiled more efficient chips. Shares of Johnson Controls slid 6.2%, while shares of Modine Manufacturing plunged more than 7.4%. Trane’s stock fell 4%, and Carrier Global’s also dipped nearly 1%. All of those companies sell ind...
In a possible red flag for the artificial intelligence investment boom, the stocks of companies that provide cooling systems for data centers, plunged Tuesday after Nvidia unveiled more efficient chips. Shares of Johnson Controls slid 6.2%, while shares of Modine Manufacturing plunged more than 7.4%. Trane’s stock fell 4%, and Carrier Global’s also dipped nearly 1%. All of those companies sell industrial cooling systems to sprawling data centers, which tech companies are spending tens of billions of dollars to build and expand around the world as part of the AI investment wave. Nvidia’s chips are a major driver of the AI revolution. CEO Jensen Huang told attendees at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas that the company’s next-generation Vera Rubin chips will not require chiller systems to cool the water that keeps the high-powered AI chips at an appropriate operating temperature. “The power of Vera Rubin is twice as high as Grace Blackwell,” Huang said, referring to the current Blackwell generation of Nvidia chips. “And yet, and this is the miracle, the air that goes into it — the airflow is about the same — and the water that goes into it ... is 45 degrees Celsius.” At that temperature, “no water chillers are necessary for data centers,” he added. “We are basically cooling this supercomputer with hot water; it is so incredibly efficient.” Forty-five degrees Celsius is the equivalent of 113 degrees Fahrenheit. The new Nvidia chips could scramble plans for projects that come with major price tags. ChatGPT producer OpenAI alone has said it aims to build $1.4 trillion worth of computing capacity. Microsoft, one of OpenAI’s most critical data center partners, said in October that it plans to increase its AI computing capacity by 80% over the coming year “and roughly double our total datacenter footprint over the next two years.” Those data centers, which have triggered controversy over their water and electricity use, require high-powered chillers to keep the equ...
Hot on the heels of one of AMD's David McAfee suggesting that the company might dust off the blueprints for its Zen 3 CPUs for another production run, another exec let out a hint about AMD's future plans with FSR 4. In an interview at CES, AMD's president of GPU Technologies and Chief Software Officer Andrej Zdravković suggested that the FSR 4 Redstone technology might be open-sourced. The stateme...
Hot on the heels of one of AMD's David McAfee suggesting that the company might dust off the blueprints for its Zen 3 CPUs for another production run, another exec let out a hint about AMD's future plans with FSR 4. In an interview at CES, AMD's president of GPU Technologies and Chief Software Officer Andrej Zdravković suggested that the FSR 4 Redstone technology might be open-sourced. The statements come in the wake of an accidental release of the FSR 4 code earlier this year. The hint came during a Q&A that Tom's Hardware attended when Chips and Cheese's George Cozma asked Zdravković if an open-source release was in the cards. The software head responded that the accidental public release in August was unexpected, but that it intends to release the source for the FSR4 library while keeping the core technology closed, so as not to give Nvidia engineers an advantage. He continued by stating that AMD intends to "work as openly as possible," and was then asked to be specific about FRS 4's open release. Zdravković then said "that's the long-term plan," seemingly corroborating an earlier remark that "open sourcing is in [AMD's heart and mind]". While the Radeon chief's words aren't a direct statement, it's likely that FSR 4 will see an official open-source release sooner rather than later. The August leak was by way of a GitHub repository that was part of FidelityFX SDK, which itself bears a broad MIT license, except for a handful of specific files. Many have taken this to mean that although AMD pulled the source code down, theoretically it can't put the genie back in the bottle, as all of the published data, including the core AI model and its weights (a critical piece to replicate the technology), was arguably MIT-licensed for a brief moment in time. Keeping FSR 4 as an exclusive selling point for 9000-series Radeon cards might not really be a realistic option anymore, either. As soon as they got their hands on the source code, industrious modders quickly tweaked the ...
US President Donald Trump is set to meet with energy executives at the White House within the next week as he seeks to enlist Western companies in rebuilding Venezuela’s oil industry. The parties have discussed a possible meeting as soon as Thursday morning that would include Trump, Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, according to two people familiar with the matter. ...
US President Donald Trump is set to meet with energy executives at the White House within the next week as he seeks to enlist Western companies in rebuilding Venezuela’s oil industry. The parties have discussed a possible meeting as soon as Thursday morning that would include Trump, Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, according to two people familiar with the matter. The timing remains fluid, a White House official said. Advertisement Secretary of State Marco Rubio also may attend the planned sit-down, said the people, who asked for anonymity because the deliberations are private. The conversations reflect Trump’s eagerness to secure Venezuela’s mammoth oil reserves as a potential source of revenue and an opportunity to expand US energy dominance. They come just days after the US military operation that led to the capture of leader Nicolas Maduro. What does Maduro’s removal mean for Chinese investments in Venezuela? What does Maduro’s removal mean for Chinese investments in Venezuela? But some oil companies are wary of pouring tens of billions of dollars into the country over the next decade to revitalise pipelines, pump stations and processing facilities that make up its ageing, decrepit oil infrastructure.