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Latest financial news · Updated Aug 23, 2026
AMD earnings are a key test for chips and momentum stocks. Here's what the options market is saying
The panelists generally agree that AMD's earnings could trigger a 'sell-the-news' reaction due to high short interest and elevated valuations, …
Philadelphia Fed president says she's keeping an 'open mind' on rates, watching inflation
The panel's net takeaway is that the Fed, under Paulson's leadership, is likely to maintain a 'higher for longer' stance …
Investor Cathie Wood Buys Coinbase And Circle Stocks
The panel's net takeaway is that Cathie Wood's recent purchases of COIN and CRCL, while tactically sensible, are not a …
Caterpillar stock pops 9% on record quarterly revenue
Caterpillar's Q2 results showed strong revenue growth and record backlog, driven by mining, construction, and energy demand, with impressive margin …
US water facilities targeted by ‘malicious cyber actors’ – who’s to blame?
The discussion highlights a serious vulnerability in US water utilities due to internet-connected, legacy hardware with weak access controls. While …
Broadridge quarterly profit climbs on investor communications strength
Panelists agree that Broadridge (BR) delivered a solid Q4 beat, but there's no consensus on the sustainability of growth. The …
BigBear.ai vs. IonQ: Which Tech Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026, the Company Focused on Artificial Intelligence or the Quantum Computing Innovator?
The panel is largely bearish on both IONQ and BBAI, citing unsustainable cash burn rates, high execution risks, and questionable …
Toyota boosts guidance, announces $6 billion share buyback as fiscal Q1 results shine
Toyota's Q1 beat and guidance raise were largely driven by currency tailwinds and one-offs, masking underlying operational pressures such as …
Public Service Enterprise Group Inc Profit Declines In Q2
PEG's Q2 results show a significant earnings deterioration, with a 43% drop in GAAP EPS and an 8.9% revenue decline. …
Pentagon Crowdsources 'Creative, Unconventional' Ideas To Pressure Iran
The CENTCOM crowdsourcing memo signals strategic frustration and a search for low-cost, asymmetrical solutions, but the market impact is uncertain …
Palantir jumps 16% on 'otherworldly' commercial revenue — here's what's driving the demand
Despite impressive Q2 results, Palantir's high valuation leaves little room for error, and its services-heavy model may hinder margin expansion, …
What Happens to Your Social Security Benefit if Your Spouse Dies?
While the article provides a useful primer on survivor benefits, it overlooks critical nuances and risks, such as the 9-month …