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Latest financial news · Updated May 18, 2026

ABG REIT
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Analyst Report: Simon Property Group Inc

The panel's net takeaway is that while Simon Property Group's (SPG) shift to a pure-play REIT model and consolidation of …

Yahoo Finance · May 18, 2026
RTX
▬ neut…

RTX: Raytheon Gets Contract From Office Of Naval Research

The panel agrees that the Raytheon (RTX) contract for software-defined radar is early-stage R&D with limited near-term impact, despite its …

Nasdaq · May 18, 2026
U
▬ mixed

Bank of England does not need to hike interest rates, says IMF — it may even need to cut

The panel is largely bearish, with concerns about persistent inflation, stagflation risks, and the UK's fiscal constraints. The IMF's growth …

CNBC · May 18, 2026
ARM CRWD
▬ mixed

We're trimming an AI rocket ship of a stock and one that's now back in favor

Panelists agree that Cramer's trims of ARM and CRWD reflect risk management rather than a rejection of the AI thesis, …

CNBC · May 18, 2026
B IRS
▬ mixed

Trump drops $10 billion lawsuit against IRS

The Trump Organization's voluntary dismissal of a $10 billion IRS suit with prejudice, potentially signaling a shift in executive branch …

CNBC · May 18, 2026
META
▬ mixed

Meta layoffs starting this week stress harsh AI reality inside Zuckerberg’s company

Meta's high-stakes AI bet is risky due to potential talent loss, uncertain ROI, and execution risks, but could pay off …

CNBC · May 18, 2026
S U
▬ mixed

‘This is bad’: Strategists see European oil shortages within weeks as inventories are depleted

The panel agrees that Europe faces an acute oil supply crunch due to Hormuz disruptions, with low inventories and potential …

CNBC · May 18, 2026
▬ mixed

JPMorgan's summer reading list for the wealthy includes books on AI, leadership and lemons

The panel discusses JPMorgan's reading list for ultra-high-net-worth clients, highlighting themes of AI, longevity, and generational wealth transfer. While some …

CNBC · May 18, 2026
▼ bear…

170-year-old luxury fashion retailer quietly closes 21 stores

Despite cost savings and store rationalization, Burberry faces significant headwinds from weak Asia-Pacific demand, reliance on wholesale partners, and potential …

Yahoo Finance · May 18, 2026
UNH
▬ mixed

UnitedHealth Group stock slides after Berkshire Hathaway exits position in the health insurer

The panelists generally agree that Berkshire Hathaway's sale of its entire UnitedHealth stake is likely a portfolio rebalancing move rather …

Yahoo Finance · May 18, 2026
CFA
▼ bear…

Weekly Stock List

The panel consensus is that Argus' Focus List lacks sufficient data for investors to make informed decisions, with high turnover …

Yahoo Finance · May 18, 2026
S U
▬ mixed

Kioxia plans U.S. ADS listing amid AI memory chip boom

Panelists are divided on Kioxia's U.S. ADS listing and Q2 guidance. While some see it as a 'sell the news' …

Yahoo Finance · May 18, 2026