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Despite a rocky year for Salesforce shares, Mizuho remains bullish on the stock, naming it a top software pick for 2026.

As part of its quarterly earnings release, Broadcom raised its dividend by 10%.

Live cattle futures were down 97 cents to $1.90 on Thursday. There were 20 deliveries retendered at 1 cent on Thursday. Cash trade got kicked off on Thursday, with a few early sales at $228 across the country and dressed sales have been $356-358. The...

The wheat complex was in rally mode on Thursday with the hard red contracts, both spring and winter, pushing higher. Chicago SRW futures were 1 to 2 cents in the green. KC HRW futures were 9 to 10 cents higher at the close. MPLS spring wheat was up 1...

Soybeans rounded out the Thursday session with losses of 6 to 7 cents as weakness continues. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 5 3/4 cents lower at $9.81 1/4. Soymeal futures were 20 cent so $1.00 higher, with Soy Oil futures down 41...

Lean hog futures closed with Thursday gains of 95 cents to $1.12. USDA’s national base hog price was down $1.06 in the Thursday afternoon report at $68.65. The CME Lean Hog Index was up 57 cents on December 16 at $83.87. USDA’s Export Sales report s...

Cotton futures saw Thursday gains of 8 points across the front months at the close. Crude oil futures were 8 cents per barrel higher at $56.02. The US dollar index was $0.093 higher to $98.095. Export Sales data showed 135,886 RB of cotton sold duri...

Corn futures closed the Thursday session with contracts up 4 to 4 ½ cents across the front months. Bulls were battling back after spillover pressure from the other grains earlier this week. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was up 4 cent...

Don’t expect these projections to be exact, but they are trend lines to follow for precious metals in the coming year.

WW International is launching a platform that integrates its wellness program with GLP-1 drugs. Should you buy the stock now?

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Thursday closed up by +0.79%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up by +1.51%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) rose +0...

After a strong run-up this year, Micron is winning fresh confidence from Wall Street bulls like Needham. Should investors chase the momentum, or wait for a better entry?

iRobot’s bankruptcy filing marks a dramatic fall for the once-dominant robot vacuum maker. What does that mean for IRBT stock?

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.05%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Thursday and posted modest gains as EUR/USD retreated. The dollar also found some support on Thursday after US weekly jobless claims fell as expected....

This key semiconductor ETF is waving a red flag.

January WTI crude oil (CLF26 ) on Thursday closed up +0.21 (+0.38%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF26 ) closed up +0.0070 (+0.41%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled higher on Thursday amid heightened geopolitical risks in Venezuela and Russia....

With trade and sports betting on the table now, investors contemplate HOOD stock.

January Nymex natural gas (NGF26 ) on Thursday closed down by -0.116 (-2.88%). Jan nat-gas prices gave up an early advance on Thursday and fell sharply after the weekly EIA nat-gas storage report showed a draw of less than expected. The EIA reported...

Wall Street sees Okta as an AI identity winner for 2026, though rich multiples leave little margin for growth slowdowns.

COMEX copper futures have been in a bullish trend, making higher lows and higher highs since the low of 60.40 cents per pound in 2001. In 2025, the red nonferrous metal reached nearly $6 per ounce before correcting. However, the pattern of higher low...

Morgan Stanley has highlighted WDC as a pick for the new year.

For years, Buffett’s family members would get envelopes stuffed with hundred-dollar bills every Christmas. Now, Buffett’s holiday gifting strategy is more aligned with his iconic investment style. It’s something we should all strive to emulate.

Micron has delivered consistently strong quarterly financial results, and current industry trends suggest this momentum could continue.

Jefferies just set a $100 price target on IonQ.

March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26 ) on Thursday closed down -0.28 (-1.90%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26 ) closed down -6.40 (-1.52%). Sugar prices fell sharply on Thursday to 1-week lows today amid prospects of higher sugar exports from...

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) on Thursday closed down -44 (-0.74%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) closed down -24 (-0.55%). Cocoa prices settled lower on Thursday, with NY cocoa falling to a 1-week low. Favorable weather in West Africa is ex...

March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Thursday closed down -2.30 (-0.66%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) closed down -25 (-0.66%). Coffee prices have sold off sharply over the past two weeks, dropping to 4-month lows on Thursday. Ample rains in...

Down almost 50% from all-time highs, IonQ is a quantum computing stock with significant upside potential, according to investment firm Jefferies.

Down 27% in 2025, GameStop is on the radar of Michael Burry. Can GME stock recover over the next 12 months?

Avantor had a put option yesterday that had a Vol/OI ratio nearly double the second-highest. Since September, the lab supplies provider's stock has fallen by almost 60%. Potential class action suits have emerged. Who’s the patsy on this bet?

Soybeans are trading with Thursday losses of 4 to 5 ¼ cents at midday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is 4 1/4 cents lower at $9.83. Soymeal futures are $1 to $1.30 lower, with Soy Oil futures down 20 to 26 points. USDA reported a pri...

Lean hog futures are up 85 cents to $1 so far on Thursday. USDA’s national base hog price was down $1.90 in the Thursday morning report at $68.27. The CME Lean Hog Index was up 47 cents on December 16 at $83.87. USDA’s Export Sales report showed 30,...

The wheat complex is in rally mode on Thursday with the hard red contracts pushing higher. Chicago SRW futures are 2 to 3 cents in the green. KC HRW futures are 9 to 10 cents higher at midday. MPLS spring wheat is up 8 to 9 ½ cents on Thursday....

Corn futures are trading with 3 to 4 ½ cent gains across most contracts on Thursday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is up 3 3/4 cents to $3.99 1/2. Export Sales data was updated for the week of 11/27 this morning, with 1.792 MMT sold...

Cotton futures are up 5 to 7 points so far on Thursday’s midday. Crude oil futures are 50 cents per barrel higher at $56.44. The US dollar index is $0.143 higher to $98.145. Export Sales data showed 135,886 RB of cotton sold during the week of 11/27...

Live cattle futures are down $1.75 to 2.80 so far on Thursday. Cash trade has been slow this week, with a few early sales at $229 and KS bids this morning at $227. Dressed northern sales have been $358 and $228 live on a few heifers. The Thursday Fed...

While Wedbush calls quantum computing transformational, IonQ may be the stock well-positioned to benefit as this technology moves toward reality.

First Capital (FCAP) has surged 132% over the past year, reaching a new 5-year. Shares have strong technical momentum and maintain a 100% “Buy” opinion from Barchart Despite limited analyst coverage, sentiment is positive. FCAP could benefit further...

This analyst believes Wall Street is underestimating this tech stock for 2026. Should you by it at a discount?

March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26 ) today is down -0.34 (-2.30%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26 ) is down -6.80 (-1.61%). Sugar prices tumbled to 1-week lows today on the prospects of higher sugar exports from India after the country's foo...

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) today is down -40 (-0.67%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) is down -26 (-0.60%). Cocoa prices are moving lower today, with NY cocoa sliding to a 1-week low. Favorable weather in West Africa is expected to boost y...

KLAC stock is gaining momentum after Jefferies grouped it with Nvidia and Broadcom as one of the best semiconductor buys for 2026.

March corn futures present a buying opportunity on more price strength.

Disney has partnered with OpenAI to bring some of its iconic characters to the company's Sora video generator tool. It is a bold move from OpenAI and is an incremental positive for the company.

March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) today is down -0.05 (-0.01%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) is down -14 (-0.37%). Coffee prices have sold off sharply over the past two weeks and posted 4-month lows today. However, prices recovered from their...

The Bank of Japan is set to raise interest rates to a three-decade high on Friday, marking another landmark shift for a country long accustomed to near-zero rates and unconventional monetary policy.

Carnival Corporation is ready to unveil its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings tomorrow, and analysts project a high double-digit earnings growth.

Shares of this departmental store chain are up by 50% this year.

January WTI crude oil (CLF26 ) today is up +0.57 (+1.02%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF26 ) is up +0.0134 (+0.79%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are rising today amid heightened geopolitical risks in Venezuela and Russia. Also, today's sharp rall...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up by +1.28%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.82%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +1.91%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are up +1.27%, and Decemb...

Paychex is all set to release its fiscal second-quarter earnings tomorrow, and analysts project a single-digit earnings growth

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.09%. The dollar recovered from early losses today and turned higher as Eurozone fiscal concerns weighed on EUR/USD. The dollar also found some support today after US weekly jobless claims fell as expected...

As Hasbro has outperformed relative to the Dow over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a bullish outlook on the stock’s prospects.

Lamb Weston is expected to announce its fiscal second-quarter earnings tomorrow, and analysts project a single-digit profit rise.

Our top technical strategist explains what the gold/silver ratio is saying about precious metals prices now.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up by +0.79%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.59%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +1.43%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are up +0.78%, and Decemb...

Despite Federal Realty’s underperformance relative to the Nasdaq Composite over the past year, Wall Street analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Most investors focus on direction in PANW stock. This analysis shows how probability concentration can guide smarter, risk-defined strategies.

Cathie Wood is trimming Tesla rather than abandoning it, taking profits after a huge re-rating while still viewing the company as a core long‑term AI and robotaxi play.

Qnity has underperformed its semiconductor peers over the past month. However, Wall Street analysts remain strongly optimistic about its prospects.

Mohawk has underperformed the broader consumer discretionary sector over the past year. However, Wall Street analysts remain moderately optimistic about its prospects.

While Paycom Software has lagged behind the S&P 500 Index over the past year, analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Globe Life has outperformed the broader S&P 500 index over the past year. Moreover, Wall Street analysts remain strongly optimistic about its prospects.

Nvidia remains a high‑growth AI infrastructure leader, but after a $4 trillion valuation and recent volatility, the setup looks best as a hold with a buy‑the‑dip bias rather than an all‑in bet.

Williams-Sonoma has underperformed the Nasdaq index over the past year. However, Wall Street analysts remain moderately optimistic about its prospects.

Conagra Brands is scheduled to announce its fiscal second-quarter earnings tomorrow, and analysts project a double-digit profit drop.

Soybeans are steady to down 1 ½ cents so far on Thursday morning. Contracts posted Wednesday losses of 3 to 4 ½ cents at the close. Open interest dropped 939 contracts on Wednesday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 5 cents lower at...

Live cattle futures saw losses of 85 cents to $1.15 on Wednesday. Open interest was up 2,348 contracts. There were another 20 deliveries tendered on Wednesday. Cash trade has been slow this week, with a few early sales at $229. The Wednesday Fed Catt...

Cotton prices action is down 10 to 15 points early on Thursday. Futures closed the Wednesday session with contracts up 20 to 33 points on the day. Crude oil futures were $1.63 per barrel higher at $56.90. The US dollar index was $0.201 higher to $97....

Wheat is showing mostly higher trade on Thursday morning. The wheat complex posted mixed action on Wednesday, with HRW holding higher. Chicago SRW futures were down 2 to 3 ¼ cents on the day. Open interest was up 6,457 contracts, suggesting new selli...

Lean hog futures posted losses of $1.45 to $1.80 on the Wednesday session. OI dropped 10,642 contracts. USDA’s national base hog price was up 15 cents in the Wednesday afternoon report at $69.71. The CME Lean Hog Index was up 31 cents on December 15...

Corn price action is steady to up 1 ¾ cents so far. Futures posted gains of 2 to 4 ½ cents on Wednesday. Preliminary open interest was up 2,852 contracts. Demand continues to be solid, with record ethanol and exports. The CmdtyView national average C...

Despite Henry Schein’s underperformance relative to its peers, Wall Street analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Beyond chips, the real AI opportunity lies in who runs them best.

Today, we are using the stock screener to find stocks with a Buy rating and then looking at a couple of bullish option trade ideas.