Investors in AMN Healthcare Services AMN need to pay close attention to the stock based on moves in the options market lately. That is because the Dec 18, 2026 $05.00 Call had some of the highest implied volatility of all equity options today. What is Implied Volatility? Implied volatility shows how much movement the market is expecting in the future. Options with high levels of implied volatility...
Investors in AMN Healthcare Services AMN need to pay close attention to the stock based on moves in the options market lately. That is because the Dec 18, 2026 $05.00 Call had some of the highest implied volatility of all equity options today. What is Implied Volatility? Implied volatility shows how much movement the market is expecting in the future. Options with high levels of implied volatility suggest that investors in the underlying stocks are expecting a big move in one direction or the other. It could also mean there is an event coming up soon that may cause a big rally or a huge sell off. However, implied volatility is only one piece of the puzzle when putting together an options trading strategy. What do the Analysts Think? Clearly, options traders are pricing in a big move for AMN Healthcare Services share, but what is the fundamental picture for the company? Currently, AMN Healthcare Services is a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) in the Business - Services Industry that ranks in the Top 39% of our Zacks Industry Rank. Over the last 60 days, one analyst has increased his estimate for the current quarter, while none have revised their estimates downward. The net effect has taken our Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current quarter to move from 10 cents per share to 188 cents per share in the same time period. Given the way analysts feel about AMN Healthcare Services right now, this huge implied volatility could mean there’s a trade developing. Often times, options traders look for options with high levels of implied volatility to sell premium. This is a strategy many seasoned traders use because it captures decay. At expiration, the hope for these traders is that the underlying stock does not move as much as originally expected. Looking to Trade Options? Check out the simple yet high-powered approach that Zacks Executive VP Kevin Matras has used to close recent double and triple-digit winners. In addition to impressive profit potential, these trades can actually reduce...
All 12 crew members and 216 passengers on board the flight were killed when the plane crashed into the sea from a height of 38,000ft (11,580m), making it the deadliest incident in French aviation history.
All 12 crew members and 216 passengers on board the flight were killed when the plane crashed into the sea from a height of 38,000ft (11,580m), making it the deadliest incident in French aviation history.
Artificial intelligence has become the new arms race for Big Tech, but the battle is no longer just about who has the smartest chatbot. It is increasingly about who controls the hardware underneath it. That matters because AI models are expensive to train, power-hungry to run, and dependent on scarce semiconductor supply. So the question ... Google Reveals Plan to Dominate AI: Copy Apple
Artificial intelligence has become the new arms race for Big Tech, but the battle is no longer just about who has the smartest chatbot. It is increasingly about who controls the hardware underneath it. That matters because AI models are expensive to train, power-hungry to run, and dependent on scarce semiconductor supply. So the question ... Google Reveals Plan to Dominate AI: Copy Apple
BlockchAIn Digital Infrastructure Inc. Heitz Brings 25+ Years of Enterprise Business Development Leadership and a Proven Record of Closing Large-Scale Data Center Transactions Appointment Strengthens Commercial Organization as BlockchAIn Scales Capacity Leasing and Customer Engagement NEW YORK, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlockchAIn Digital Infrastructure, Inc. (NYSE American: AIB) today anno...
BlockchAIn Digital Infrastructure Inc. Heitz Brings 25+ Years of Enterprise Business Development Leadership and a Proven Record of Closing Large-Scale Data Center Transactions Appointment Strengthens Commercial Organization as BlockchAIn Scales Capacity Leasing and Customer Engagement NEW YORK, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlockchAIn Digital Infrastructure, Inc. (NYSE American: AIB) today announced the appointment of Gary Heitz as Vice President of Sales, effective May 21, 2026. In his new role, Mr. Heitz will lead BlockchAIn’s business development organization, spanning client acquisition, account strategy, and capacity buyer engagement. Mr. Heitz brings more than 25 years of enterprise and infrastructure business development experience. He most recently served as Sales Director at Cologix, where he executed large-scale hyperscale deployments across North America and closed transactions reaching into the hundreds of millions, earning four-time Presidents Club recognition and averaging 180% of quota between 2021 and 2025. Prior to Cologix, Mr. Heitz worked at Google, where he consistently led his team in quota attainment, maintaining a four-year average of 135% and driving 200% incremental growth. He brings a proven track record of sales execution in one of the most competitive segments of the market. “Gary’s ability to originate and close large, complex deals is exactly the capability we are building into our commercial engine,” said Jerry Tang, Chief Executive Officer of BlockchAIn. “His enterprise relationships and deep familiarity with capacity buyers’ procurement processes will accelerate our pipeline and position BlockchAIn for the next phase of growth.” “The fundamentals driving demand for data center capacity have never been stronger, and BlockchAIn has the platform and the ambition to meet it,” said Heitz. “I am looking forward to joining the team and being able to contribute to that growth.” About BlockchAIn BlockchAIn is a developer and operator of di...
AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) reported an excellent first quarter, but the real reason the chipmaker has performed so well is because of investors' expectations for the future. In this video, I look beyond the numbers and discuss five of the most important quotes from CEO Lisa Su's remarks on the company's earnings call. *Stock prices used were the morning prices of May 20, 2026. The video was published on Ma...
AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) reported an excellent first quarter, but the real reason the chipmaker has performed so well is because of investors' expectations for the future. In this video, I look beyond the numbers and discuss five of the most important quotes from CEO Lisa Su's remarks on the company's earnings call. *Stock prices used were the morning prices of May 20, 2026. The video was published on May 21, 2026. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Should you buy stock in Advanced Micro Devices right now? Before you buy stock in Advanced Micro Devices, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and Advanced Micro Devices wasn’t one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you’d have $481,750!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you’d have $1,352,457!* Now, it’s worth noting Stock Advisor’s total average return is 990% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to 206% for the S&P 500. Don't miss the latest top 10 list, available with Stock Advisor, and join an investing community built by individual investors for individual investors. See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of May 21, 2026. Matt Frankel, CFP has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Advanced Micro Devices. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Matthew Frankel is an affiliate of The Motley Fool and may be compensated for promoting its services. If you choose to subscribe through their link they will earn some extra money that ...
Tom Werner/DigitalVision via Getty Images There are very few names that generate the polarized reaction that Medical Properties Trust ( MPT ) does in the investment community. Bears have been on the right side of this trade for the better part of three years and they’ve earned cent of underperformance. Everything has gone there way from the Steward Health Care bankruptcy to the Prospect implosion ...
Tom Werner/DigitalVision via Getty Images There are very few names that generate the polarized reaction that Medical Properties Trust ( MPT ) does in the investment community. Bears have been on the right side of this trade for the better part of three years and they’ve earned cent of underperformance. Everything has gone there way from the Steward Health Care bankruptcy to the Prospect implosion while shareholders endured dividend cuts and secondary offerings at depressed prices. The stock went from the mid $20’s in 2022 with a strong dividend to under $4 in 2025. Here is the thing about MPT, the bad news is already priced in. Now it’s a matter of whether management can execute on their turnaround plan or not. After digging through the Q1 earnings report I think MPT could be setup for a comeback. This isn’t a back to $24 story by any means as that ship has probably sailed. This is now a story about a hospital REIT trading at 68% of book value , with $1.12 billion of contractual base rent already on the books with a dividend that is fully covered. If management executes on the refinancing wall in front of them I think that MPT can re-rate from here. It looks like MPT has been establishing a base and I am much more optimistic on MPT than I was in 2025. Seeking Alpha Following up on my previous article about MPT Back in October I had written an article on MPT ( can be read here ) where I had discussed how the operational recovery was underway. MPT’s turnaround was moving forward by new tenants, refinancing, and asset sales but the real problem was sill lingering tenant issues and operator bankruptcy risks. MPT had traded at a steep discount to book and for a good reason at the time despite showcasing improved rental income and strategic capital management. It’s been several quarters since I have covered MPT and I am getting much more optimistic. I am not ready to become bullish again but if MPT can pull off favorable refinancing terms I would be inclined to upgrade my...
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is having one of its strangest years in recent memory. The AI franchise is exploding, with CEO Satya Nadella telling investors “Our AI business surpassed an annual revenue run rate of $37 billion, up 123% year-over-year.” Yet shares trade at $421.06, down 12.74% year to date. Intelligent Cloud just reported $34.681 billion, up ... This Will Be Microsoft’s Stock Price in 202...
Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is having one of its strangest years in recent memory. The AI franchise is exploding, with CEO Satya Nadella telling investors “Our AI business surpassed an annual revenue run rate of $37 billion, up 123% year-over-year.” Yet shares trade at $421.06, down 12.74% year to date. Intelligent Cloud just reported $34.681 billion, up ... This Will Be Microsoft’s Stock Price in 2028
GummyBone/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Nvidia ’s ( NVDA ) earnings release for its first quarter (Q1) of FY2027 on the 20 th of May 2026 once again ostensibly beat expectations by delivering $81.62 billion in revenue versus a consensus expectation of $78.86 billion and adjusted earnings per share ( EPS ) of $1.87 versus an expectation of $1.76. In the post-trading session, the stock didn’t ri...
GummyBone/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Nvidia ’s ( NVDA ) earnings release for its first quarter (Q1) of FY2027 on the 20 th of May 2026 once again ostensibly beat expectations by delivering $81.62 billion in revenue versus a consensus expectation of $78.86 billion and adjusted earnings per share ( EPS ) of $1.87 versus an expectation of $1.76. In the post-trading session, the stock didn’t rise in post-trading. The reasons behind these are complex and related to ground conditions for AI. Trend Drilldown In Q1 2027, there is no stopping the company’s near-complete dependence on enterprise-driven AI boom, as seen in the “Compute & Networking” segment’s performance. Source: Created by Sandeep G. Rao using data from Nvidia's Financial Statements The “Graphics” segment – which caters to consumers, gamers, and graphics designers et al to create its “persona” of computing excellence – is barely at 5% of operating income contribution and is trending to close FY2027 even lower. Seasonality patterns in revenue – particularly pertinent given disciplined corporate spends – lends strongly to strong performance this quarter: if Q1 2027’s trend were to continue, FY2027 would close with a net 152% growth over FY2026. Source: Created by Sandeep G. Rao using data from Nvidia's Financial Statements While net income per share is currently trending at a monstrous 220% growth, this needs to be tempered with the fact that the company has an extensive portfolio of investments with stakes in various AI companies (such as OpenAI), cloud platforms (such as CoreWeave), and other publicly-held equities, often with stake-for-sales arrangements that ensure a pipeline of sales. Market fervour in AI hase impacted the valuation of privately-held companies particularly strongly: in FY2026, Nvidia’s portfolio was at $1 billion, which grew to $9 billion by FY2026. In Q1 2027 – three short months later – this now stands at $15.9 billion . After factoring out the value of these investments, adjusted...
GummyBone/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Nvidia ’s ( NVDA ) earnings release for its first quarter (Q1) of FY2027 on the 20 th of May 2026 once again ostensibly beat expectations by delivering $81.62 billion in revenue versus a consensus expectation of $78.86 billion and adjusted earnings per share ( EPS ) of $1.87 versus an expectation of $1.76. In the post-trading session, the stock didn’t ri...
GummyBone/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Nvidia ’s ( NVDA ) earnings release for its first quarter (Q1) of FY2027 on the 20 th of May 2026 once again ostensibly beat expectations by delivering $81.62 billion in revenue versus a consensus expectation of $78.86 billion and adjusted earnings per share ( EPS ) of $1.87 versus an expectation of $1.76. In the post-trading session, the stock didn’t rise in post-trading. The reasons behind these are complex and related to ground conditions for AI. Trend Drilldown In Q1 2027, there is no stopping the company’s near-complete dependence on enterprise-driven AI boom, as seen in the “Compute & Networking” segment’s performance. Source: Created by Sandeep G. Rao using data from Nvidia's Financial Statements The “Graphics” segment – which caters to consumers, gamers, and graphics designers et al to create its “persona” of computing excellence – is barely at 5% of operating income contribution and is trending to close FY2027 even lower. Seasonality patterns in revenue – particularly pertinent given disciplined corporate spends – lends strongly to strong performance this quarter: if Q1 2027’s trend were to continue, FY2027 would close with a net 152% growth over FY2026. Source: Created by Sandeep G. Rao using data from Nvidia's Financial Statements While net income per share is currently trending at a monstrous 220% growth, this needs to be tempered with the fact that the company has an extensive portfolio of investments with stakes in various AI companies (such as OpenAI), cloud platforms (such as CoreWeave), and other publicly-held equities, often with stake-for-sales arrangements that ensure a pipeline of sales. Market fervour in AI hase impacted the valuation of privately-held companies particularly strongly: in FY2026, Nvidia’s portfolio was at $1 billion, which grew to $9 billion by FY2026. In Q1 2027 – three short months later – this now stands at $15.9 billion . After factoring out the value of these investments, adjusted...
American hedge-fund manager Bill Ackman recently announced that he is betting big on Microsoft stock (NASDAQ: MSFT). He disclosed that his investment arm, Pershing Square Capital has taken an entry position in MSFT in Q1 of 2026. The billionaire purchased 5.6 million shares of the tech giant, and the position is worth $2.09 billion. The asset accounts for about 5.3% of the overall figures in Persh...
American hedge-fund manager Bill Ackman recently announced that he is betting big on Microsoft stock (NASDAQ: MSFT). He disclosed that his investment arm, Pershing Square Capital has taken an entry position in MSFT in Q1 of 2026. The billionaire purchased 5.6 million shares of the tech giant, and the position is worth $2.09 billion. The asset accounts for about 5.3% of the overall figures in Pershing Square Capital. Microsoft’s Business Model Difficult to Dislodge, Says Bill Ackman After Buying MSFT Stock Source: Fox Business Bill Ackman’s purchase of Microsoft stock comes after the billionaire dumped Alphabet’s Google Class A stock (NASDAQ: GOOGL). He purchased Google stock in 2023 and stressed that the investment is for the long term. However, in three years, the hedge fund manager sold GOOGL to accumulate MSFT instead. The billionaire is now bullish on Microsoft stock due to its valuation. Moreover, the billionaire clarified that selling Google stock for Microsoft has nothing to do with Alphabet’s revenue stream. “Selling Google is not a bet against the company. We are very bullish on Alphabet’s long-term prospects, but given current valuation considerations within our finite capital base, we used Google as a source of funds to buy Microsoft,” he said. Also Read: NVDA Stock Price Target: Wall Street Reacts to Earnings Report His statement continued that the essence of the investment swap occurred due to “capital allocation” and not a “strategic judgment.” Despite his statements, if you look closely, Bill Ackman made a significant move in owning Microsoft stock. MSFT suffered a major price pullback early this year, falling to as low as $356. It had fallen nearly 22% year-to-date, and was among the least performing Magnificent Seven stocks. Selling Alphabet’s Google stock after minting profit and buying Microsoft at its low point remains a smart move. In this way, Bill Ackman will make a profit from both Google and Microsoft. The billionaire stressed that the Micro...
The SonicShares Global Shipping ETF (NASDAQ:BOAT) pays one of the more unpredictable distributions in the ETF universe, and shareholders pulling income from BOAT need to understand why. The fund holds container, dry bulk, and tanker operators whose dividends rise and fall with global freight rates, and BOAT’s quarterly payouts have ranged from pennies to multiple ... BOAT’s Unpredictable Dividends...
The SonicShares Global Shipping ETF (NASDAQ:BOAT) pays one of the more unpredictable distributions in the ETF universe, and shareholders pulling income from BOAT need to understand why. The fund holds container, dry bulk, and tanker operators whose dividends rise and fall with global freight rates, and BOAT’s quarterly payouts have ranged from pennies to multiple ... BOAT’s Unpredictable Dividends Returned 51% in One Year, But Income Comes With a Catch
Beijing is increasingly seen as key to securing international stability and economic opportunities, a status which both Washington and Moscow are converging on. Chinese President Xi Jinping’s recent foreign policy interactions with the leaders of the United States and Russia highlight China’s rising strategic position – acting as a significant player in global affairs, from the conflict in Ukraine...
Beijing is increasingly seen as key to securing international stability and economic opportunities, a status which both Washington and Moscow are converging on. Chinese President Xi Jinping’s recent foreign policy interactions with the leaders of the United States and Russia highlight China’s rising strategic position – acting as a significant player in global affairs, from the conflict in Ukraine to the volatile situation with Iran. Xi’s relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin has become one of the defining geopolitical dynamics of the modern era, especially in the context of the Ukraine war and the broader reconfiguration of global power. Putin’s comments earlier this month that the war in Ukraine may be “ coming to an end ” marked a notable rhetorical shift after years of grinding conflict and escalating geopolitical confrontation. Advertisement The statement may have been influenced by Beijing’s quiet behind-the-scenes diplomacy, consistently arguing for ceasefires and negotiations. More notably, Putin’s comments came before this week’s summit with Xi , held in Beijing, a major outcome of which was their joint declaration on the establishment of a multipolar world and a “new type” of international relations. In this context, their declaration included criticism aimed at the US for attacks on Venezuela and Iran, as well as its proposed “ Golden Dome”. They jointly called for countries to stop impeding international trade and threatening supply chains in an indirect reference to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and also shared concerns over Japan’s rearmament , which they say “poses a serious threat” to regional peace and stability. Russian President Vladimir Putin (centre) shakes hands with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during his meeting with President Xi Jinping (right) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, on May 20. Photo: Reuters The summit also highlighted the economic prosperity dimension of the relationship. Russia and China signed...
How much a stock's price changes over time is a significant driver for most investors. Not only can price performance impact your portfolio, but it can help you compare investment results across sectors and industries as well. The fear of missing out, or FOMO, also plays a factor in investing, especially with particular tech giants, as well as popular consumer-facing stocks. What if you'd invested...
How much a stock's price changes over time is a significant driver for most investors. Not only can price performance impact your portfolio, but it can help you compare investment results across sectors and industries as well. The fear of missing out, or FOMO, also plays a factor in investing, especially with particular tech giants, as well as popular consumer-facing stocks. What if you'd invested in Quanta Services (PWR) ten years ago? It may not have been easy to hold on to PWR for all that time, but if you did, how much would your investment be worth today? Quanta Services' Business In-Depth With that in mind, let's take a look at Quanta Services' main business drivers. Quanta is a leading national provider of specialty contracting services, and one of the largest contractors serving the transmission and distribution sector of the North American electric utility industry. Quanta has operations in the United States, Canada, Australia and other selected international markets. Starting from fourth-quarter 2021, Quanta reports results under three reportable segments: Electric Power Infrastructure Solutions, Underground Utility and Infrastructure Solutions, and Renewable Energy Infrastructure Solutions. The Electric Power Infrastructure Solutions segment (which accounted for 46.5% of 2023 revenues) provides network solutions to customers in the electric power industry. Services performed include design, installation, upgrade, repair and maintenance of electric power transmission and distribution networks, and sub-station facilities; emergency restoration services; installation of “smart grid” technology on electric power networks; and communications infrastructure services. Renewable Energy Infrastructure Solutions segment (29.5%) provides infrastructure solutions to clients involved in the renewable energy and/or related infrastructure. This segment provides services related to engineering, procurement, new construction, upgrade, and repair and maintenance of utility...