Find winning stocks in any market cycle. Join 7 million investors using Simply Wall St's investing ideas for FREE. Coherent (NYSE:COHR) presented new optical networking and AI datacenter products at OFC 2026, including advanced co-packaged optics. The company introduced optical components aimed at AI scale datacenter connectivity across Indium Phosphide, Silicon Photonics, and VCSEL platforms. Coh...
Find winning stocks in any market cycle. Join 7 million investors using Simply Wall St's investing ideas for FREE. Coherent (NYSE:COHR) presented new optical networking and AI datacenter products at OFC 2026, including advanced co-packaged optics. The company introduced optical components aimed at AI scale datacenter connectivity across Indium Phosphide, Silicon Photonics, and VCSEL platforms. Coherent announced a multiyear supply agreement and large investment partnership with Nvidia focused on AI infrastructure. For investors watching AI infrastructure, Coherent enters OFC 2026 with strong momentum. The stock trades at $275.57 and has logged a 41.8% return year to date, with a 25.3% move over the past month and 14.2% over the past week, and a very large 3 year gain that is close to 7x. These figures frame the market attention around NYSE:COHR as it rolls out new optical technologies and deepens its role in AI connectivity. The new products and Nvidia partnership position Coherent more firmly within the supply chain that supports AI datacenters and high speed networking. Readers may want to watch how customers adopt these co packaged and pluggable optics platforms and how the Nvidia deal scales over the multiyear term, given the importance of reliable, high bandwidth links in AI focused systems. Stay updated on the most important news stories for Coherent by adding it to your watchlist or portfolio. Alternatively, explore our Community to discover new perspectives on Coherent. NYSE:COHR Earnings & Revenue Growth as at Mar 2026 📰 Beyond the headline: 2 risks and 2 things going right for Coherent that every investor should see. Investor Checklist: What This Means For Coherent Quick Assessment ⚖️ Price vs Analyst Target : Coherent trades at US$275.57, which is about 2.6% below the US$283 consensus price target. ❌ Simply Wall St Valuation : Shares are described as trading 77.5% above estimated fair value, which flags valuation risk. ✅ Recent Momentum: The stock has ret...
With the latest Adrenalin Edition 26.3.1 WHQL , AMD introduced an updated version of its FSR 4.1 upscaling technology for the Radeon RX 9000 series graphics cards. The latest update focuses on several key quality improvements that AMD gamers have long wished for, and AMD is finally delivering. In a demonstration of the technology in the Crimson Desert game, AMD showed what Ray Regeneration 1.1 and...
With the latest Adrenalin Edition 26.3.1 WHQL , AMD introduced an updated version of its FSR 4.1 upscaling technology for the Radeon RX 9000 series graphics cards. The latest update focuses on several key quality improvements that AMD gamers have long wished for, and AMD is finally delivering. In a demonstration of the technology in the Crimson Desert game, AMD showed what Ray Regeneration 1.1 and FSR Upscaling 4.1 are capable of in real-world games. For example, comparing FSR 4.0 and FSR 4.1 clearly shows that upscaling in the latest version provides much finer details of the game scenery when there are objects in motion. In the Crimson Desert game, grass moved by the wind is much more detailed now with FSR 4.1 than it was previously with FSR 4.0, which applied a kind of blurry image effect on the grass. This has been improved to reflect scenarios similar to native rendering.Additionally, AMD showcased what its Ray Regeneration 1.1 looks like. AMD's FSR Ray Regeneration processes the noisy output that ray tracing naturally produces and cleans it up in real time, resulting in noticeably sharper and more polished visuals without requiring developers to overhaul their existing pipelines. Now, with the update 1.1, we see it delivering much better and deeper shadows, immersive lighting, and more. You can check out the images below for comparison.Finally, AMD emphasizes a noticeable performance boost in the Ultra Performance Mode. This means that some additional algorithm optimization has been done behind the scenes to ensure that this performance preset provides higher FPS while still maintaining decent image quality. Interestingly, these technologies are developed within "Project Amethyst" for Sony's PlayStation console. FSR 4.1 is reportedly a part of PSSR 2, which Sony released for its PlayStation 5 Pro console, meaning that the results of this collaborative project are enjoyed on both the console platform and the PC.
For the better part of the last seven years, the bulls have been in full control on Wall Street. Since 2019, the S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.27%) has gained at least 16% each year, save for 2022. Meanwhile, the ageless Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI 0.44%) and growth-focused Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 0.28%) have also pushed to several record highs. But history teaches investors that stocks don't advance in...
For the better part of the last seven years, the bulls have been in full control on Wall Street. Since 2019, the S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.27%) has gained at least 16% each year, save for 2022. Meanwhile, the ageless Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI 0.44%) and growth-focused Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 0.28%) have also pushed to several record highs. But history teaches investors that stocks don't advance in a straight line. Since the U.S. and Israel began conducting military operations against Iran on Feb. 28, Wall Street's major indexes have swooned. At the same time, crude oil prices have skyrocketed. While this dynamic clearly has investors on edge, 40 years of history covering this exact scenario point to a huge move to come in stocks. Patience has proved profitable when oil prices soar Energy supply chain disruption is the primary concern associated with the Iran war. Following initial attacks, Iran virtually closed the Strait of Hormuz to oil exports. Approximately 20% of the world's liquid petroleum travels through the Strait of Hormuz daily. If this supply is constrained, the law of supply and demand states that the price of this in-demand good should rise -- and rise it has! West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude oil prices have skyrocketed in the wake of this conflict, sparking concerns in the U.S. about higher energy prices, a potential uptick in the prevailing inflation rate, and the possibility that the Fed will consider interest rate hikes down the road. But when oil price shocks have previously occurred, they've almost always been a buy signal for investors. According to journalist and Opening Bell Daily co-founder Phil Rosen via a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), crude oil prices have surged by at least 20% over a two-day period on eight occasions since 1986, including the latest move. The S&P 500 was higher one year later following six of these seven price shocks. What's even more noteworthy is the magnitude of gains for the benchmark inde...
Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Morning opening: Spain moves first to help with energy prices 20m ago 09.05 GMT Morning opening: Spain moves first to help with energy prices Spain is set to put forward a number of emergency tax cuts this morning to counter the economic impact of the Iran war. View image in fullscreen Spanish PM Pedro Sánc...
Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Morning opening: Spain moves first to help with energy prices 20m ago 09.05 GMT Morning opening: Spain moves first to help with energy prices Spain is set to put forward a number of emergency tax cuts this morning to counter the economic impact of the Iran war. View image in fullscreen Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez arrives to the European Council summit in Brussels, Belgium. Photograph: Pier Marco Tacca/Getty Images The measures – set to be presented at a press conference 11am local time – are expected to include lowering VAT tax on fuels to 10% from 21%, according to early media reports, alongside other changes, including to the hydrocarbon and electricity duties, intended to help with growing energy prices. Reuters says that change to the hydrocarbon levy itself alone is likely to lead to an immediate reduction in the price of diesel and petrol between 0.30 and 0.40 euros. Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has been a leading European voice critical of US and Israeli strike in Iran, repeatedly sounding alarm about its likely economic impact on Europe. 1:39 Spain's PM says Trump playing 'Russian roulette' with lives of millions – video Ministers said earlier this week the measures would include aid for economic sectors most exposed to the crisis, but added that the country’s high generation of renewable energy meant its economy was less exposed to the impact of oil price spikes caused by the war, Reuters noted. But other countries may now follow as the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, signalled last night that there was some intent to move in this area. Speaking after a meeting of the European Council, she said that electricity is often taxed higher than gas and that needs to change, while proposing to reduce grid charges. She also suggested some flexibility on the use of state aid to help with growing energy costs. Separately, we will keep an eye on the f...
Loughborough Lightning number eight Haineala Lutui, daughter of former Tonga, Worcester and Gloucester hooker Aleki, is rewarded for her fine form. Despite Loughborough's indifferent season, Lutui leads the PWR standings in carries and metres in contact. Trailfinders Annabel Meta is included after switching to loosehead prop from the back row this season. The 20-year-old only made her front-line f...
Loughborough Lightning number eight Haineala Lutui, daughter of former Tonga, Worcester and Gloucester hooker Aleki, is rewarded for her fine form. Despite Loughborough's indifferent season, Lutui leads the PWR standings in carries and metres in contact. Trailfinders Annabel Meta is included after switching to loosehead prop from the back row this season. The 20-year-old only made her front-line front-row debut in December. Harlequins' exciting Welsh-born centre Sarah Parry completes the uncapped septet. England begin their Women's Six Nations defence at home to Ireland on 11 April - a game for which more than 67,000 tickets have already been sold, all but guaranteeing an improvement on the existing tournament record crowd of 58,498 set against France in 2023. "As Red Roses, what comes next is a fresh start," said Mitchell, who signed a new contract through to the end of the 2029 Rugby World Cup in January. "The Six Nations is hugely important to us, and we know success in this competition has to be earned every time. "We're excited by the energy the younger players will bring into the squad, and alongside our experienced players. "What is important to me is to stay open-minded about player combinations, and I will observe how people compete against each other and deal with that type of pressure. "It's just down to who is going to take the handbrake off, attack it, and expresses themselves in our game." While centre Jade Shekells and scrum-half Ella Wyrwas are left out of Mitchell's initial selection with hamstring and knee injuries respectively, both might yet make a return before the end of the tournament.
Last year and earlier this year I wrote articles predicting a crash of 50% (or more) in Robinhood Markets (HOOD 0.94%) stock. After peaking last October, the stock is now down by around 51%. Robinhood operates a popular investing platform where its clients can buy and sell stocks, options, cryptocurrencies, and more. The basis for my prediction was simple: Robinhood experienced a significant incre...
Last year and earlier this year I wrote articles predicting a crash of 50% (or more) in Robinhood Markets (HOOD 0.94%) stock. After peaking last October, the stock is now down by around 51%. Robinhood operates a popular investing platform where its clients can buy and sell stocks, options, cryptocurrencies, and more. The basis for my prediction was simple: Robinhood experienced a significant increase in value during 2025 mainly because of a surge in its cryptocurrency revenue, meaning its clients were engaging in speculative, high-risk trading, which history suggested simply wasn't sustainable. Now that Robinhood has lost more than half of its peak value, what will happen next? Here's what I think. Crypto trading is an unreliable source of revenue growth The majority of Robinhood's revenue comes in the form of transaction fees, which it earns every time a client buys or sells a financial asset, whether it's a stock, an options contract, or a cryptocurrency. Donald Trump's presidential election win in November 2024 drove a tsunami of investment into the crypto markets, because he campaigned on a series of policies that stood to benefit the industry. This contributed to a surge in Robinhood's crypto transaction revenue, which rocketed 732% (year over year) higher during the fourth quarter of 2024, hitting a record high of $358 million. It represented more than half of the company's total transaction revenue for the period. Something similar happened during the speculative crypto frenzy in 2021, which sent Robinhood's crypto transaction revenue soaring by 4,560% during the second quarter of that year. But just one year later, as crypto markets tanked, it was down by 75%. History appears to be repeating itself. In the fourth quarter of 2025, Robinhood's crypto transaction revenue fell 38% compared to its peak in the fourth quarter of 2024, coming in at just $221 million. The company's overall transaction revenue still climbed modestly due to a sharp gains in other areas...
Key Points Investors who use the Robinhood platform have a history of engaging in speculative, high-risk trading in cryptocurrencies and the options market. This creates a very unstable revenue base for the company, which is partly why its stock has plummeted by 51% since last October. Robinhood stock is still trading at an elevated valuation, which could open the door to further downside from her...
Key Points Investors who use the Robinhood platform have a history of engaging in speculative, high-risk trading in cryptocurrencies and the options market. This creates a very unstable revenue base for the company, which is partly why its stock has plummeted by 51% since last October. Robinhood stock is still trading at an elevated valuation, which could open the door to further downside from here. 10 stocks we like better than Robinhood Markets › Last year and earlier this year I wrote articles predicting a crash of 50% (or more) in Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD) stock. After peaking last October, the stock is now down by around 51%. Robinhood operates a popular investing platform where its clients can buy and sell stocks, options, cryptocurrencies, and more. The basis for my prediction was simple: Robinhood experienced a significant increase in value during 2025 mainly because of a surge in its cryptocurrency revenue, meaning its clients were engaging in speculative, high-risk trading, which history suggested simply wasn't sustainable. 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 » Now that Robinhood has lost more than half of its peak value, what will happen next? Here's what I think. Crypto trading is an unreliable source of revenue growth The majority of Robinhood's revenue comes in the form of transaction fees, which it earns every time a client buys or sells a financial asset, whether it's a stock, an options contract, or a cryptocurrency. Donald Trump's presidential election win in November 2024 drove a tsunami of investment into the crypto markets, because he campaigned on a series of policies that stood to benefit the industry. This contributed to a surge in Robinhood's crypto transaction revenue, which rocketed 732% (year over year) higher during the fourth quarter of 2024, hitting ...
We can sum up Micron Technology's (MU 3.71%) fiscal 2026 second-quarter results in one word. And that word contains only three letters: "Wow." Usually, when a company delivers blowout earnings, issues highly optimistic guidance, and raises its dividend by 30% (yes, Micron is a dividend stock), its stock soars. However, Micron's shares declined after its Q2 update. Does this dip present a great cha...
We can sum up Micron Technology's (MU 3.71%) fiscal 2026 second-quarter results in one word. And that word contains only three letters: "Wow." Usually, when a company delivers blowout earnings, issues highly optimistic guidance, and raises its dividend by 30% (yes, Micron is a dividend stock), its stock soars. However, Micron's shares declined after its Q2 update. Does this dip present a great chance to buy into the AI memory boom? Sell the news Investors have many adages. I think the most relevant one for the market reaction to Micron's Q2 update was, "Buy the rumor, sell the news." Make no mistake, though: Micron's news was spectacularly good. The memory chipmaker's revenue nearly tripled year over year and soared 75% quarter over quarter to $23.9 billion. Its earnings skyrocketed 8.7x year over year and 2.6x sequentially. Micron generated $6.9 billion in adjusted free cash flow, up from $857 million in the prior year period and $3.9 billion in the previous quarter. Micron's latest results set new all-time highs on nearly every key front. CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said that the company expects "significant records again in fiscal Q3." The company's guidance backed up his statement. Micron forecasts Q3 revenue of around $33.5 billion, a 41% increase from Q2. It projects adjusted earnings per share will jump roughly 57% quarter over quarter. Even with this astounding growth, Micron can't keep up with demand. Mehrotra confirmed in the earnings call that the company is still only able to fulfill no more than two-thirds of the medium-term demand for some of its key customers. Ordinarily, such a stellar update provides a tremendous catalyst for growth stocks (or any other kind of stocks, for that matter). However, Micron's shares had already risen by more than 60% year to date. Some investors seem to have taken advantage of the opportunity to lock in profits. Expand NASDAQ : MU Micron Technology Today's Change ( -3.71 %) $ -17.14 Current Price $ 444.59 Key Data Points Market ...
This year is turning out to be a chaotic one so far. The U.S. has caused a leadership change in Venezuela. Iran is blockading (at least partially) the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices are soaring. Uncertainty reigns over the stock market. Such an environment is one where dividend stocks become increasingly attractive to many investors. Here are my picks for the smartest dividend stocks to buy with $2,...
This year is turning out to be a chaotic one so far. The U.S. has caused a leadership change in Venezuela. Iran is blockading (at least partially) the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices are soaring. Uncertainty reigns over the stock market. Such an environment is one where dividend stocks become increasingly attractive to many investors. Here are my picks for the smartest dividend stocks to buy with $2,000 right now. 1. AbbVie AbbVie (ABBV 0.95%) markets blockbuster drugs for autoimmune diseases, cancer, and neuroscience, among others. Do you think physicians will stop prescribing these therapies, and that patients will stop taking them, because of global uncertainty? Me either. Sure, AbbVie's share price can sometimes decline due to overall market volatility. However, the drugmaker's business is rock-solid. The reality is that AbbVie has already successfully faced the biggest challenge in its history. I'm referring to the patent cliff with the loss of patent exclusivity for its longtime best-selling product, Humira. Today, though, AbbVie is poised to deliver strong growth for years to come. Expand NYSE : ABBV AbbVie Today's Change ( -0.95 %) $ -1.99 Current Price $ 206.35 Key Data Points Market Cap $365B Day's Range $ 204.31 - $ 210.43 52wk Range $ 164.39 - $ 244.81 Volume 292K Avg Vol 6.6M Gross Margin 70.12 % Dividend Yield 3.22 % Autoimmune disease therapies Rinvoq and Skyrizi have taken the torch from Humira and run with it. These two drugs are already raking in annual sales higher than Humira's at its peak. AbbVie also has other rising stars, along with a promising pipeline, with around 60 programs in mid- and late-stage clinical testing. The company is a member of the Dividend Kings, an elite group of stocks that have increased their dividends for at least 50 consecutive years. Income investors should also like AbbVie's forward dividend yield of 3.3%. 2. Chevron It's not surprising that energy stocks are performing exceptionally well with surging oil prices. Some, ...
Key Points Micron's post-earnings sell-off appears to be primarily a case of investors selling the news to lock in profits. However, some could be concerned about potential issues that could hurt Micron. If Micron's CEO is right about AI becoming more memory-intensive, the stock should have more room to run. 10 stocks we like better than Micron Technology › We can sum up Micron Technology's (NASDA...
Key Points Micron's post-earnings sell-off appears to be primarily a case of investors selling the news to lock in profits. However, some could be concerned about potential issues that could hurt Micron. If Micron's CEO is right about AI becoming more memory-intensive, the stock should have more room to run. 10 stocks we like better than Micron Technology › We can sum up Micron Technology's (NASDAQ: MU) fiscal 2026 second-quarter results in one word. And that word contains only three letters: "Wow." Usually, when a company delivers blowout earnings, issues highly optimistic guidance, and raises its dividend by 30% (yes, Micron is a dividend stock), its stock soars. However, Micron's shares declined after its Q2 update. Does this dip present a great chance to buy into the AI memory boom? 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 » Sell the news Investors have many adages. I think the most relevant one for the market reaction to Micron's Q2 update was, "Buy the rumor, sell the news." Make no mistake, though: Micron's news was spectacularly good. The memory chipmaker's revenue nearly tripled year over year and soared 75% quarter over quarter to $23.9 billion. Its earnings skyrocketed 8.7x year over year and 2.6x sequentially. Micron generated $6.9 billion in adjusted free cash flow, up from $857 million in the prior year period and $3.9 billion in the previous quarter. Micron's latest results set new all-time highs on nearly every key front. CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said that the company expects "significant records again in fiscal Q3." The company's guidance backed up his statement. Micron forecasts Q3 revenue of around $33.5 billion, a 41% increase from Q2. It projects adjusted earnings per share will jump roughly 57% quarter over quarter. Even with this astounding growth, Micron can't keep up with ...
After a roughly 2.5-year bull market, the Trump administration's tariffs have crushed the market, leading to significant volatility. Investors seem to be living and dying by the daily news cycle, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average experiencing multiple 1,000-point moves in April. In times of such uncertainty, it can be a good idea to look for stocks that generate reliable and consistent passive...
After a roughly 2.5-year bull market, the Trump administration's tariffs have crushed the market, leading to significant volatility. Investors seem to be living and dying by the daily news cycle, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average experiencing multiple 1,000-point moves in April. In times of such uncertainty, it can be a good idea to look for stocks that generate reliable and consistent passive income through dividends, so you can worry less about the stock price in the near term. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More » Here are the smartest dividend stocks to buy with $2,000. 1. Realty Income -- 5.5% dividend yield The real estate investment trust (REIT) Realty Income (NYSE: O) calls itself "The Monthly Dividend Company." While that may sound cocky to some, it lives up to the title. Not only does Realty Income pay a high 5.5% dividend yield, but it also recently paid its 658th consecutive monthly dividend and has increased its dividend for 30 straight years. Realty Income has a portfolio of more than 15,600 properties. It's a triple net lease operator, which means that the company rents properties out to tenants that cover costs including maintenance, property taxes, and insurance. For the landlords, the setup seems like a no-brainer. It can also be beneficial for the renters because they have more freedom to customize the properties and may also be able to negotiate lower rents or longer rental contracts for taking on the added responsibility and costs. Realty Income operates properties in all 50 states in the U.S., the United Kingdom, and several other countries in Europe. It also focuses on renting its properties to businesses that are nondiscretionary, low price point, and service oriented -- think convenience, grocery, home improvement, and dollar stores. The company has also been expanding into other burgeoning sectors such as gaming and data centers, which are...