Ondas (NASDAQ:ONDS), a provider of private wireless, drone, and automated data solutions, closed Friday at $11.02, up 12.91% for the session. Trading volume reached 134.2 million shares, coming in about 57% above its three-month average of 85.5 million shares. Friday’s catalysts centered on Ondas’ rebranding and headquarters move. On Wednesday, the company also reported new defense-related orders....
Ondas (NASDAQ:ONDS), a provider of private wireless, drone, and automated data solutions, closed Friday at $11.02, up 12.91% for the session. Trading volume reached 134.2 million shares, coming in about 57% above its three-month average of 85.5 million shares. Friday’s catalysts centered on Ondas’ rebranding and headquarters move. On Wednesday, the company also reported new defense-related orders. Investors will be watching how these shifts translate into recurring autonomous-systems revenue. Ondas IPO'd in 2020 and has grown 85% since going public. How the markets moved today The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) added 0.19% to finish at 6,858, while the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC) slipped 0.03% to 23,236. Industry peers AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) and Draganfly (NASDAQ:DPRO)both gained on the back of demand for autonomous and intelligence-driven platforms. What this means for investors Today follows a strong week for Ondas, which is up over 20% in the past five days. It just announced it would change its name from Ondas Holdings to Ondas Inc as part of its focus on global defense and security. In a similar vein, the company has moved its corporate headquarters to West Palm Beach, Florida, a key technology, defense, and global business hub. Earlier this week, Ondas said its autonomous systems portfolio had received around $10 million in new orders, reflecting demand for its air and ground systems. That's on top of over $16 million in Q4 orders for an autonomous border-protection system that will deploy thousands of drones. 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 974%* — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 193% 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 » *Stock Advisor returns as of January 2, 2026. Emma Newbery has no position in any ...
Sprouts Farmers (SFM) closed the most recent trading day at $80.64, moving +1.22% from the previous trading session. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.19%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.66%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.03%. Shares of the natural and organic food retailer witnessed a loss of 6.55% over the previous month,...
Sprouts Farmers (SFM) closed the most recent trading day at $80.64, moving +1.22% from the previous trading session. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.19%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.66%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.03%. Shares of the natural and organic food retailer witnessed a loss of 6.55% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Retail-Wholesale sector with its loss of 1.45%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Sprouts Farmers in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.89, indicating a 12.66% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $2.16 billion, indicating a 8.14% upward movement from the same quarter last year. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $5.27 per share and revenue of $8.82 billion, indicating changes of +40.53% and 0%, respectively, compared to the previous year. It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Sprouts Farmers. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-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. 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 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. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate remained stagnant within the past month. Currently, Sprouts Farmers is carrying a Zacks R...
The most recent trading session ended with UnitedHealth Group (UNH) standing at $584.68, reflecting a +0.49% shift from the previouse trading day's closing. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.42%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.04%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.38%. The the stock of largest U.S. health insurer has fallen by 1.41% in the past month, leadi...
The most recent trading session ended with UnitedHealth Group (UNH) standing at $584.68, reflecting a +0.49% shift from the previouse trading day's closing. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.42%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.04%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 0.38%. The the stock of largest U.S. health insurer has fallen by 1.41% in the past month, leading the Medical sector's loss of 2.49% and undershooting the S&P 500's gain of 2.06%. The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of UnitedHealth Group in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on October 15, 2024. In that report, analysts expect UnitedHealth Group to post earnings of $7.05 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 7.47%. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $99.19 billion, up 7.39% from the year-ago period. Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $27.69 per share and revenue of $398.84 billion. These totals would mark changes of +10.23% and +7.32%, respectively, from last year. Investors should also note any recent changes to analyst estimates for UnitedHealth Group. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the company's business and profitability. Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming stock price performance. To capitalize on this, we've crafted the Zacks Rank, a unique model that incorporates these estimate changes and offers a practical 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...
The latest trading session saw Synopsys (SNPS) ending at $539.92, denoting a +1.28% adjustment from its last day's close. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.61% for the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.97%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.33%. Shares of the maker of software used to test and develop chips have appreciated by 9.03% over the course o...
The latest trading session saw Synopsys (SNPS) ending at $539.92, denoting a +1.28% adjustment from its last day's close. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.61% for the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.97%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.33%. Shares of the maker of software used to test and develop chips have appreciated by 9.03% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 8.6% and the S&P 500's gain of 5.36%. Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Synopsys in its upcoming release. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $3.28, signifying a 3.47% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $1.62 billion, up 1.01% from the prior-year quarter. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $13.12 per share and revenue of $6.13 billion, indicating changes of +17.25% and +4.93%, respectively, compared to the previous year. It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Synopsys. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the company's business and profitability. Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-team stock moves. 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 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 remained unchanged. As of now, Synopsys holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). Investor...
In the latest trading session, Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) closed at $153.31, marking a -0.03% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.28% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.53%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.4%. Shares of the publisher of "Grand Theft Auto" and other video games have depreciated by 3.53% over the course of the past month,...
In the latest trading session, Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) closed at $153.31, marking a -0.03% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.28% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.53%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.4%. Shares of the publisher of "Grand Theft Auto" and other video games have depreciated by 3.53% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Consumer Discretionary sector's loss of 0.25% and the S&P 500's gain of 3.78%. Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Take-Two Interactive in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on August 8, 2024. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.01, indicating a 97.22% decline compared to the equivalent quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $1.24 billion, indicating a 2.91% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $2.53 per share and a revenue of $5.64 billion, demonstrating changes of +0.8% and +5.7%, respectively, from the preceding year. Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Take-Two Interactive. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the company's business operations and its ability to generate profits. Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational 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 annu...
In the latest trading session, ServiceNow (NOW) closed at $753.91, marking a -0.12% move from the previous day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.16%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.04%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.49%. Heading into today, shares of the maker of software that automates companies' technology operations had gained 3.56% over the past month, lag...
In the latest trading session, ServiceNow (NOW) closed at $753.91, marking a -0.12% move from the previous day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.16%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.04%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.49%. Heading into today, shares of the maker of software that automates companies' technology operations had gained 3.56% over the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 5.94% and outpacing the S&P 500's gain of 3.22% in that time. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of ServiceNow in its upcoming earnings disclosure. In that report, analysts expect ServiceNow to post earnings of $2.85 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 20.25%. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $2.61 billion, indicating a 21.22% upward movement from the same quarter last year. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $13.51 per share and revenue of $10.88 billion, indicating changes of +25.32% and +21.31%, respectively, compared to the previous year. Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for ServiceNow. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the company's business performance and profit potential. 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, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. At pre...
In the latest market close, Rivian Automotive (RIVN) reached $13.34, with a -1.11% movement compared to the previous day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.12%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.52%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 0.23%. Shares of the a manufacturer of motor vehicles and passenger cars witnessed a loss of 12.06% over the previous month, trailing the p...
In the latest market close, Rivian Automotive (RIVN) reached $13.34, with a -1.11% movement compared to the previous day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.12%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.52%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 0.23%. Shares of the a manufacturer of motor vehicles and passenger cars witnessed a loss of 12.06% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector with its loss of 10.27% and the S&P 500's loss of 3.45%. The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Rivian Automotive in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on February 20, 2025. The company is predicted to post an EPS of -$0.67, indicating a 50.74% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $1.31 billion, down 0.21% from the prior-year quarter. Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Rivian Automotive. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the company's business operations and its ability to generate profits. Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. 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, 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 witnessed a 2.7% decrease. At present, Rivian Automotive boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). The Automotive - Domestic industry is part of the Auto-Tires...
President Trump is blocking a semiconductor deal that the White House claims could have threatened national security, the administration’s latest bid to restrict Chinese access to critical technologies. A nearly $3 million agreement for Delaware-based HieFo Corp. to purchase chip assets from a company called Emcore posed security risks because HieFo was set up and is controlled by a Chinese citize...
President Trump is blocking a semiconductor deal that the White House claims could have threatened national security, the administration’s latest bid to restrict Chinese access to critical technologies. A nearly $3 million agreement for Delaware-based HieFo Corp. to purchase chip assets from a company called Emcore posed security risks because HieFo was set up and is controlled by a Chinese citizen, according to an order the White House released Friday.
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NEW YORK, Jan 2, 2026, 17:16 ET — After-hours Alphabet Inc’s Class C shares (GOOG.O) were up 0.5% at $315.32 in after-hours trading on Friday, as investors weighed new bullish calls tied to Google’s AI-powered search push. The stock ranged from $310.71 to $322.86 in the session, with about 22 million shares traded. The first trading day of 2026 is putting a familiar question back on the tape: how ...
NEW YORK, Jan 2, 2026, 17:16 ET — After-hours Alphabet Inc’s Class C shares (GOOG.O) were up 0.5% at $315.32 in after-hours trading on Friday, as investors weighed new bullish calls tied to Google’s AI-powered search push. The stock ranged from $310.71 to $322.86 in the session, with about 22 million shares traded. The first trading day of 2026 is putting a familiar question back on the tape: how much upside big tech has left after last year’s run, and what counts as proof that expensive AI investment is paying off. For Alphabet, that debate centers on Search, still its main profit engine. The company has been weaving generative AI into Search through AI Overviews, which summarize answers at the top of results, and an experimental AI Mode aimed at longer, chatbot-like responses. Blog Citizens analyst Andrew Boone raised his price target on Alphabet to $385 from $340 on Wednesday, a “price target” being a broker’s estimate of where a stock could trade over the next year. “We view AI search as a tailwind near term for query growth,” Boone wrote, pointing to AI features that he said are lifting engagement even as competition for queries intensifies. Barron’s Google has also been rolling out Gemini 3 models, including Gemini 3 Flash, a faster version it said is available through the Gemini app and AI Mode in Search. Investors are watching whether better answers translate into more usage without driving computing costs sharply higher. Blog Wall Street started 2026 with a split tape. The Dow rose 0.66% and the S&P 500 added 0.19% on Friday, while the Nasdaq slipped 0.03%, Reuters reported, with chip stocks lifting the broader market even as Apple and Microsoft fell. Reuters also said traders are looking to next week’s U.S. labor-market data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s rate path. Reuters Alphabet’s search push has drawn scrutiny beyond Wall Street. A Guardian investigation published Friday flagged inaccurate health advice appearing in Google’s AI Overviews, citing c...
NEW YORK, Jan 2, 2026, 17:29 ET — After-hours Intel was up 6.7% at $39.38 in after-hours trading, after a strong first session of 2026. Chip shares outperformed as investors positioned for next week’s U.S. jobs report and the start of earnings season. Intel is set to headline CES next week with a Jan. 5 event around its “Panther Lake” PC processors. Intel Corp (INTC.O) shares were up 6.7% at $39.3...
NEW YORK, Jan 2, 2026, 17:29 ET — After-hours Intel was up 6.7% at $39.38 in after-hours trading, after a strong first session of 2026. Chip shares outperformed as investors positioned for next week’s U.S. jobs report and the start of earnings season. Intel is set to headline CES next week with a Jan. 5 event around its “Panther Lake” PC processors. Intel Corp (INTC.O) shares were up 6.7% at $39.38 in after-hours trading on Friday, after the 4 p.m. ET close, as chip stocks led a rebound to start 2026. The rally comes as markets head into the first full week of the year with the monthly U.S. jobs report due on Jan. 9 and quarterly earnings season around the corner. Investors are also awaiting a U.S. Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump’s tariffs and his pick for the next Federal Reserve chair, Reuters reported. Reuters Intel also heads into the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas next week, where it has scheduled a Jan. 5 launch event for its latest Core Ultra Series 3 PC processors, code-named Panther Lake. The company said Jim Johnson, senior vice president and general manager of its Client Computing Group, will lead the livestream at 3 p.m. PST (6 p.m. ET). Intel Chip stocks helped lift Wall Street on Friday, with the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index — a benchmark for U.S.-listed chipmakers — up 4% at the close, Reuters reported. Joe Mazzola, head of trading and derivatives strategy at Charles Schwab, called it a “buy the dip, sell the rip” market, where investors buy pullbacks and sell rebounds. Reuters Intel traded between $37.41 and $39.86 in the regular session and opened at $37.81. About 95 million shares had changed hands by late afternoon. Semiconductor stocks can be especially sensitive to swings in interest-rate expectations because much of their valuation rests on future earnings. Hotter jobs data tends to push yields higher, which can pressure long-duration growth shares. CES adds another near-term catalyst for the sector. The show’s o...
On Jan. 2, 2026, industrial and cyclical names took the lead as technology stocks slipped, despite a semiconductor rally. On Jan. 2, the S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.19%) rose 0.19% to 6,858.54 after choppy trading, the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 0.03%) slipped 0.03% to 23,235.63 on tech softness, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI +0.66%) climbed 0.66% to 48,382.38, leading blue chips higher. Market mo...
On Jan. 2, 2026, industrial and cyclical names took the lead as technology stocks slipped, despite a semiconductor rally. On Jan. 2, the S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.19%) rose 0.19% to 6,858.54 after choppy trading, the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 0.03%) slipped 0.03% to 23,235.63 on tech softness, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI +0.66%) climbed 0.66% to 48,382.38, leading blue chips higher. Market movers Cyclical and industrial strength helped the Dow outperform, while the Nasdaq gave up some of its early gains. However, semiconductor stocks rallied on a persistently positive outlook for increasing demand from AI. What this means for investors The first trading day of 2026 was largely positive for investors as the old-school S&P 500 and Dow Jones indexes rose, while the bleeding-edge Nasdaq index was flat. While the tech-focused Nasdaq index gave up its early gains, the semiconductor industry delivered exceptional results today with Sandisk rising 16%, ASML up 9%, and Intel moving 7% higher. These increases were tied to continued optimism surrounding the potential for increased AI spending, which could benefit these stocks. Elsewhere, Tesla stock slid 3% as its vehicle deliveries fell short of expectations and BYD overtook the company as the world's largest electric vehicle seller. Last but not least, today marked the first trading day for Greg Abel at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, following his takeover of the company from Warren Buffett after his legendary 60-year run.
On Jan. 2, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) rose 0.19% to 6,858.54 after choppy trading, the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC) slipped 0.03% to 23,235.63 on tech softness, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES:^DJI) climbed 0.66% to 48,382.38, leading blue chips higher. Market movers Cyclical and industrial strength helped the Dow outperform, while the Nasdaq gave up some of its early gai...
On Jan. 2, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX:^GSPC) rose 0.19% to 6,858.54 after choppy trading, the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX:^IXIC) slipped 0.03% to 23,235.63 on tech softness, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES:^DJI) climbed 0.66% to 48,382.38, leading blue chips higher. Market movers Cyclical and industrial strength helped the Dow outperform, while the Nasdaq gave up some of its early gains. However, semiconductor stocks rallied on a persistently positive outlook for increasing demand from AI. What this means for investors The first trading day of 2026 was largely positive for investors as the old-school S&P 500 and Dow Jones indexes rose, while the bleeding-edge Nasdaq index was flat. While the tech-focused Nasdaq index gave up its early gains, the semiconductor industry delivered exceptional results today with Sandisk rising 16%, ASML up 9%, and Intel moving 7% higher. These increases were tied to continued optimism surrounding the potential for increased AI spending, which could benefit these stocks. Elsewhere, Tesla stock slid 3% as its vehicle deliveries fell short of expectations and BYD overtook the company as the world's largest electric vehicle seller. Last but not least, today marked the first trading day for Greg Abel at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, following his takeover of the company from Warren Buffett after his legendary 60-year run. 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 974%* — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 193% 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 » *Stock Advisor returns as of January 2, 2026. Josh Kohn-Lindquist has positions in ASML and Tesla. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends ASML, Berkshire Hathaway, Intel, and Tesla. The Motley Fool recommends BYD Company. The Motley Fool h...
Travelling is as much about impressing others as about experiencing for many social media users nowadays. The temptation to go the extra mile to show off something extraordinary can be overpowering, so much so that it may eclipse common sense and result in injuries or even fatal mishaps. The tragic death of a mainland visitor in Sai Kung on New Year’s Eve – reportedly after slipping from a cliff w...
Travelling is as much about impressing others as about experiencing for many social media users nowadays. The temptation to go the extra mile to show off something extraordinary can be overpowering, so much so that it may eclipse common sense and result in injuries or even fatal mishaps. The tragic death of a mainland visitor in Sai Kung on New Year’s Eve – reportedly after slipping from a cliff while taking pictures – is yet another grim reminder of the risk that too many are willing to take for a few moments of online fame. It is most unfortunate that a holiday has ended with the loss of a life. The 21-year-old from Guangzhou and three friends were lured by the beauty of the Unesco-listed geopark, a site popularised by mainland social media. He was said to have lost his balance and fallen off a 70-metre-high cliff into the sea while taking pictures. Like many coastal and countryside hotspots, the rugged landscape of Po Pin Chau has lured many hikers from near and far. But the enjoyment of the awe-inspiring scenery demands caution and respect. It is not uncommon for those unaccustomed to the local environment and safety hazards to be carried away and become oblivious to life-threatening risks when their focus is fixed not on the surroundings but on their camera lens. Advertisement There have been far too many mishaps when the desire to impress has compromised the instinct to stay safe. Last January, a 61-year-old Hong Kong woman was killed by a train while taking photos on the railway tracks in the popular tourist city of Otaru in Japan. In 2024, two mainland Chinese siblings drowned at Shek O when the brother tried to save the sister, who had been swept into the sea by a wave while taking photos at the coastal site made popular by social media. They are not simply isolated cases of bad luck, but avoidable losses of life stemming from a serious lapse of judgment and the pursuit of Instagrammable moments. The latest incident in Sai Kung has prompted the local author...
Microsoft (MSFT) closed at $472.93 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.21% move from the prior day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.66%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 0.03%. Shares of the software maker have appreciated by 0.58% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's ga...
Microsoft (MSFT) closed at $472.93 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.21% move from the prior day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.66%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 0.03%. Shares of the software maker have appreciated by 0.58% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 0.02%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Microsoft in its upcoming earnings disclosure. In that report, analysts expect Microsoft to post earnings of $3.86 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 19.5%. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $80.16 billion, indicating a 15.12% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year. For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $15.61 per share and a revenue of $325.2 billion, signifying shifts of +14.44% and +15.43%, respectively, from the last year. It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Microsoft. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook. Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming 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, 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 past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.09% upward. Microsoft presently features a Zacks Rank o...
Microsoft (MSFT) closed at $472.93 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.21% move from the prior day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.66%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 0.03%. Shares of the software maker have appreciated by 0.58% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's ga...
Microsoft (MSFT) closed at $472.93 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.21% move from the prior day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.66%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 0.03%. Shares of the software maker have appreciated by 0.58% over the course of the past month, outperforming the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 0.02%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Microsoft in its upcoming earnings disclosure. In that report, analysts expect Microsoft to post earnings of $3.86 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 19.5%. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $80.16 billion, indicating a 15.12% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year. For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $15.61 per share and a revenue of $325.2 billion, signifying shifts of +14.44% and +15.43%, respectively, from the last year. It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Microsoft. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook. Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming 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, 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 past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.09% upward. Microsoft presently features a Zacks Rank o...
In the latest close session, Amazon (AMZN) was down 1.87% at $226.50. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.03%. Heading into today, shares of the online retailer had gained 0.75% over the past month, outpacing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 1.45% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Investors will...
In the latest close session, Amazon (AMZN) was down 1.87% at $226.50. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.03%. Heading into today, shares of the online retailer had gained 0.75% over the past month, outpacing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 1.45% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Amazon in its upcoming earnings disclosure. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $1.97, marking a 5.91% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $211.29 billion, up 12.51% from the year-ago period. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $7.17 per share and revenue of $714.75 billion, indicating changes of +29.66% and 0%, respectively, compared to the previous year. It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Amazon. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook. Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. 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, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.16% higher within the past month. Right now, Amazon possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). In the context of valuation, Amazon is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 29.4. For comparison, its industry has an avera...
In the latest close session, Amazon (AMZN) was down 1.87% at $226.50. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.03%. Heading into today, shares of the online retailer had gained 0.75% over the past month, outpacing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 1.45% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Investors will...
In the latest close session, Amazon (AMZN) was down 1.87% at $226.50. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.03%. Heading into today, shares of the online retailer had gained 0.75% over the past month, outpacing the Retail-Wholesale sector's loss of 1.45% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Amazon in its upcoming earnings disclosure. It is anticipated that the company will report an EPS of $1.97, marking a 5.91% rise compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $211.29 billion, up 12.51% from the year-ago period. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $7.17 per share and revenue of $714.75 billion, indicating changes of +29.66% and 0%, respectively, compared to the previous year. It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Amazon. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook. Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. 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, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.16% higher within the past month. Right now, Amazon possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). In the context of valuation, Amazon is at present trading with a Forward P/E ratio of 29.4. For comparison, its industry has an avera...
In the latest trading session, Tesla (TSLA) closed at $438.07, marking a -2.59% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.66%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.03%. Shares of the electric car maker witnessed a loss of 1.06% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Auto-Tires-Tr...
In the latest trading session, Tesla (TSLA) closed at $438.07, marking a -2.59% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.66%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.03%. Shares of the electric car maker witnessed a loss of 1.06% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector with its gain of 3.98%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Tesla in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.46, signifying a 36.99% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $24.76 billion, down 3.7% from the year-ago period. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $1.63 per share and revenue of $94.76 billion, which would represent changes of -32.64% and 0%, respectively, from the prior year. It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Tesla. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits. Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. 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, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 4.79% lower. At present, Tesla boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). Looking at ...
In the latest trading session, Tesla (TSLA) closed at $438.07, marking a -2.59% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.66%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.03%. Shares of the electric car maker witnessed a loss of 1.06% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Auto-Tires-Tr...
In the latest trading session, Tesla (TSLA) closed at $438.07, marking a -2.59% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.19%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.66%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.03%. Shares of the electric car maker witnessed a loss of 1.06% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector with its gain of 3.98%, and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Tesla in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.46, signifying a 36.99% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $24.76 billion, down 3.7% from the year-ago period. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $1.63 per share and revenue of $94.76 billion, which would represent changes of -32.64% and 0%, respectively, from the prior year. It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Tesla. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits. Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. 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, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 4.79% lower. At present, Tesla boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). Looking at ...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $167.86, moving -5.56% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.19% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 0.03%. Heading into today, shares of the company had lost 0.1% over the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector'...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $167.86, moving -5.56% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.19% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 0.03%. Heading into today, shares of the company had lost 0.1% over the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 0.02% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. The upcoming earnings release of Palantir Technologies Inc. will be of great interest to investors. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.23, up 64.29% from the prior-year quarter. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $1.35 billion, up 62.75% from the prior-year quarter. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $0.73 per share and revenue of $4.42 billion, indicating changes of +78.05% and 0%, respectively, compared to the previous year. Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Palantir Technologies Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits. Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational 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 past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained steady. Palantir Technologies Inc. presently features a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). Investors should also note Palantir Technologies Inc.'s current valuation m...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $167.86, moving -5.56% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.19% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 0.03%. Heading into today, shares of the company had lost 0.1% over the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector'...
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed the most recent trading day at $167.86, moving -5.56% from the previous trading session. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.19% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 0.03%. Heading into today, shares of the company had lost 0.1% over the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 0.02% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.54%. The upcoming earnings release of Palantir Technologies Inc. will be of great interest to investors. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.23, up 64.29% from the prior-year quarter. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $1.35 billion, up 62.75% from the prior-year quarter. Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $0.73 per share and revenue of $4.42 billion, indicating changes of +78.05% and 0%, respectively, compared to the previous year. Investors might also notice recent changes to analyst estimates for Palantir Technologies Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits. Research indicates that these estimate revisions are directly correlated with near-term share price momentum. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational 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 past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained steady. Palantir Technologies Inc. presently features a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). Investors should also note Palantir Technologies Inc.'s current valuation m...