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Konnichiwa (hello) from Kyoto! I remain fascinated by the number of people who think the AI trade is “done for.” My perspective couldn’t be more different. In fact, if AI were a baseball game, we’re so early that the hot dog vendors aren’t even warmed up yet, writes Keith Fitz-Gerald, editor of 5 With Fitz.
This week’s macroeconomic updates were a mixed bag. But if we see continued consumer strength and a labor market that steadies itself in 2026, it could be another strong year for US stocks, advises Bret Kenwell, US investment analyst at eToro.
Air Products & Chemicals Inc. (APD) fell more than 6% last week after announcing advanced talks with Yara International, a Norway-based fertilizer producer and global ammonia distributor, on two major projects in the US and Saudi Arabia. But our target price now stands at $360, observes John Buckingham, editor of The Prudent Speculator.
Stock prices soared and bond yields eased as Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell delivered a less-hawkish post-meeting press conference last week. New all-time highs ensued, pointing to the likelihood of further advances not only through year-end but also into the early part of 2026, writes Sam Stovall, chief investment strategist at CFRA Research.
After falling on their face Friday, equity markets are starting the week off in a more positive fashion. Gold and silver are rallying again, while Treasuries and the dollar are mostly flat.
It’s not just Big Tech anymore. That’s one of the most bullish things about the latest stock market trip to record highs.
Sometimes you need to look backwards to see the future. Back in August, we showcased two rare signals that will power small caps to all-time highs. Now, it’s time to trade that new leadership in 2026, advises Lucas Downey, co-founder of MoneyFlows.
Last week was a mixed one in the markets, with the Nasdaq and many big-cap, AI-type names stagnating while the broad market did very well. Guardant Health Inc. (GH) has pulled back the past three weeks to the century mark, making it a solid trade here, says Mike Cintolo, editor of Cabot Top Ten Trader.
After hitting fresh records yesterday, equities are mixed this morning. Gold is ramping after a multi-day surge in silver, while crude oil is flattish. The dollar is up a bit along with longer-term Treasury yields.
Is Santa ready to fire up the S&P 500 Index (^SPX) sleigh? That would fit with the historical pattern this time of year – and the Federal Reserve’s rate decision gives us a fundamental catalyst, too.

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Small-to-Mid Capitalization stocks are in the midst of an impressive rallyThis is due to third quarter earnings surprises, plus the fact that small-to-mid capitalization stocks are more "domestic" and naturally benefitting from a strong U.S. economy, plus anticipated Fed key interest rate cutsWhen there is an early January effect, then the "real January effect" in the New Year is typically spectacularFurthermore, due to all the onshoring efforts, up to 5% annual GDP growth is likely in 2026Louis will reveal his favorite small-to-mid capitalization stocks that are poised to prosper. 

How changes in immigration, an aging population, and the expansion of AI could impact monetary policy and margins in the coming years, and why recent events provide clues on what to watch for in 2026.

Wondering how to make more money in the stock market? Investing legend William O’Neil did it better than anybody for decades—and he shared his methods when he started Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) back in 1984. In this session, you’ll learn how IBD’s proprietary investing methodology can help you pinpoint winning stocks, deploy a precisely-timed buy/sell strategy and manage your portfolio like a seasoned veteran. IBD Product Coach Scott St. Clair will present a three-step process you can use every day to improve your returns.

Gains have largely been concentrated in the biggest stocks in 2025. Could the rally begin to broaden to unloved corners of the market like value and small cap stocks? Join Bloomberg Intelligence Senior US Equity Strategist, Michael Casper and Equity Strategist, Gill Wolff for a look at what might be in store as we close the book on 2025.  

Without the massive and rapid expansion of reliable, always-on energy, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) age might be doomed to die on the vine. AI marks a paradigm shift for energy demand. Large data centers can consume nearly as much electricity as a midsize city, and generative AI platforms like ChatGPT use at least 10x the energy of a typical Google search. In this presentation, Ben will dive into how much more energy/electricity the US will need – and which companies will profit from helping meet that demand.

It's true that in a bull market most stocks post gains. But traders aren't looking for small gains or to match the market's movement — they're looking for outsized gains, which only a small percentage can deliver. In this talk, I'll show the characteristics of the best stocks, the stocks that knock the ball out of the ballpark and can move your account balance in a meaningful way. 

In this timely webinar, Samantha LaDuc will discuss the Fed's potential 50bp rate cut in September — widely seen as a clear signal that recession risks are no longer looming, but imminent. With rate cuts coming into rising inflation and rising unemployment, the labor market is showing clear signs of cracking. Samantha will walk through the implications of easing into slowing growth and outline the key upcoming event risks around employment, inflation, and GDP.

Wondering how to make more money in the stock market? Investing legend William O’Neil did it better than anybody for decades—and he shared his methods when he started Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) back in 1984. In this session, you’ll learn how IBD’s proprietary investing methodology can help you pinpoint winning stocks, deploy a precisely-timed buy/sell strategy and manage your portfolio like a seasoned veteran. IBD Product Coach Harold Morris will present a three-step process you can use every day to improve your returns.

This session dives into Stocktwits social sentiment data to identify where retail investor attention is currently, and their top picks for the rest of the year. Plus, a walkthrough of the Stocktwits platform so you can perform this analysis yourself.   

Join this session with Joe Markman for 3 buy-now energy picks. Plus, Joe will discuss the fusion asymmetric bet (and why AI accelerates it). 

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While the mechanisms and machinations of the markets have changed a lot since Benjamin Graham first devised a practical method for analyzing stocks, or even since Peter Lynch racked up big wins picking equities for Fidelity's Magellan Fund, one thing remains true: companies that deliver constant profits for shareholders will see their share prices increase.

Lofty current valuations show that the easy money has already been made, and those looking to profit should be more selective going forward. So which sectors will lead the market over the months ahead? What’s the best way to limit risk in the current environment? You will find the answers to these questions and more from the top industry professionals on these pages, unlike watching the stock market news on TV. Going beyond the stock market news today, many investors are searching for investments that they can depend on. Of course, there's no such thing as a sure bet, but the top experts featured here will share the picks they think are the next best things and the sectors that are bound to thrive in the days and months ahead.

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