Stock Market Today: Live Updates 05.07.2026

BlackBerry NYSE:BB Slumps 10% After QNX Software Uptick; Valuation Draws Investor Scrutiny

July 5, 2026, 2:52 PM EDT. BlackBerry NYSE:BB shares slid 10.15% to $11.51 Thursday during U.S. trading. Markets stayed closed Friday for Independence Day. On the Toronto Stock Exchange, the stock edged up to C$16.37. The company’s market cap sits at $6.74 billion and trades near 11.1x the fiscal 2027 revenue midpoint. Investors are watching QNX software growth, but short interest at 6.7% of float and active trading point to ongoing volatility. The first quarter was strong, yet doubts remain about keeping up QNX momentum and holding Secure Communications steady. Valuation is getting a hard look, especially after BlackBerry’s recent swings.

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Keel Infrastructure Sinks on Nasdaq Ahead of U.S. Holiday, Toronto Shares Hold Steady

July 5, 2026, 2:51 PM EDT. Keel Infrastructure Corp dropped 14.68% to $4.59 on Nasdaq before the July 3 holiday, putting the stock down 27.60% for the week. The TSX-listed shares edged up 0.77% to C$6.54, with Canadian markets still open. Shares now trade far under the $7.41 conversion price set in Keel’s recent $458 million convertible note deal, capping any conversion gains. Nasdaq volume spiked to almost 50 million shares, with short interest showing at 14.52%. Even after joining the Russell 3000 in June, Keel stock remains pressured. Some analysts like Citizens’ Greg Miller hold a Market Outperform on growth hopes from power and leases, keeping a $10 price target.

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Palantir Technologies (PLTR) Could Jump 55%, Analysts Say

July 5, 2026, 2:38 PM EDT. Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) is off 37% from its late 2023 high as investors focus on value and new competition from Anthropic. Still, analysts are bullish. Wall Street’s median 12-month price target is $200, a possible 55% gain. Of 34 analysts, 21 have buy ratings, mostly tied to Palantir’s AI software platform growth. The company rolled out the Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP) in April 2023, speeding up its expansion. EPS is expected to almost double by 2026, rising 97%. Palantir raised its 2026 forecast as strong customer demand and spending pushed its Q1 customer count up 31%. The momentum could lift shares later this year.

Palantir Technologies Stock Could Soar 55%…

Nvidia (NVDA) slides 13% in a month, drops 17% since May high

July 5, 2026, 2:37 PM EDT. Nvidia (NVDA) shares fell 12.6% from June 2 to July 2, down 17% from the stock’s May high at $235.74. The world’s top chipmaker still holds a $4.7 trillion market cap and is up 851% in five years. NVDA is known for steep rallies and quick setbacks. From November 2021 to October 2022, the stock plunged 66% but later rebounded. Earnings beats in recent years haven’t stopped some sharp declines, but these drops have sometimes let investors buy at lower prices without losing on long-term growth.

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Pfizer (PFE) trades flat near $24, 7% dividend yield draws buyers

July 5, 2026, 2:36 PM EDT. Pfizer Inc NYSE:PFE finished at $24.32, little moved in a holiday-shortened week with 204.2 million shares changing hands. The $0.43 quarterly dividend puts the yield at 7.1%, a number that’s bringing in income investors. Pfizer handed out $2.4 billion in Q1 dividends, close to the $2.5 billion it spent on R&D-showing it’s keeping both payout and pipeline in play. The company expects no buybacks in 2026, putting dividends ahead of share repurchases. CFO David Denton and CEO Albert Bourla are upbeat on revenue, with advances in oncology and obesity drugs. Next earnings call: August 4.

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PSE Seen Beating P170B Capital-Raise Target in 2026

July 5, 2026, 2:35 PM EDT. The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) looks on track to top its P170 billion capital-raise goal for 2026, with the pipeline now at P204 billion. Activity in the local market has picked up, as investors and companies move to raise funds. Market watchers are eyeing a possible record year, as deals build up and sentiment stays strong.

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Bull's Eye AI Brings Financial Data Together for Stock Research

July 5, 2026, 2:22 PM EDT.Bull’s Eye AI pulls together financials, analyst notes, and sentiment tracking in one place. Investors often use these separately, which can slow them down. The AI platform is pitched as a way to help users speed up and deepen stock analysis.

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HSBC's Frank Lee Doubles Down on Intel (INTC), Hikes Target to $200

July 5, 2026, 2:21 PM EDT. HSBC’s Frank Lee raised his Intel (INTC) stock price target to $200 from $100, putting out the highest target for Intel on the Street. Lee was a skeptic over Intel’s foundry track record, but now counts foundry prospects in his call, citing more demand from big names like Apple, Alphabet, Nvidia, Microsoft, and Amazon. The analyst also expects better server CPU growth as a main earnings driver through 2027, putting Intel’s data center and AI revenue about 20% higher than the Street. Intel’s consensus is still just a hold, with the average target at $101. Lee’s $200 view is a 62% jump from here and stands apart from the pack, showing more conviction in Intel’s rebound.

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SK Hynix Sets $29 Billion U.S. Nasdaq Debut to Woo AI-Focused Investors

July 5, 2026, 2:20 PM EDT. SK Hynix is set to list on Nasdaq on July 10, planning a $29 billion offering to attract American investors chasing the AI memory chip market. The South Korean chipmaker still trades at a discount to Micron Technology, its U.S. competitor, which has jumped 242% this year as demand for high-bandwidth memory soared. A Nasdaq debut could bump up SK Hynix’s valuation and liquidity, giving U.S. markets more exposure to growth in AI chips. The stocks of both companies are up about 700% in the last 12 months, pushing a wave of gains across memory chip names. Investors are still wary of whether this run can hold, with tech sector uncertainty in the background.

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Nu Holdings Rallies, Buyback Shrinks and CFO Change Looms

July 5, 2026, 2:19 PM EDT. Nu Holdings Ltd NYSE:NU climbed 3.3% to finish at $13.61 as its buyback capacity slipped. The $1 billion repurchase plan now covers 73.5 million shares, down from 83.5 million earlier this month, so Nu’s repurchase firepower dropped by 10.1 million shares. Some analysts still sound cautious after BofA Securities and Susquehanna both downgraded NU, pointing to margin and credit worries. Nu posted strong first-quarter numbers-$5 billion in revenue and a 29% ROE-but early-stage non-performing loans moved up to 5.0%. Investors will be watching the CFO handoff on July 13 and credit trends. Volume jumped and Nu topped both the S&P 500 and banking ETFs during the holiday week.

Nu Holdings (NYSE:NU) climbs, shrinking bu…

IREN drops after Russell 1000 debut as investors look at CEO awards

July 5, 2026, 2:03 PM EDT. IREN Limited NASDAQ:IREN fell 10.39% to $38.82 on July 2 after joining the Russell 1000 index on June 26. The stock is down 17.8% for the week, while the Russell 1000 gained 1.8%. Pressure on the shares increased after IREN disclosed it gave big restricted stock units grants to co-CEOs William and Daniel Roberts, worth about 18.2 million shares, or 5.1% of the company. Short-seller Jim Chanos took aim at the size of the awards compared to expected net income. IREN’s board cleared the grants, which will vest over four years and are subject to a two-year hold after vesting. The company has also appointed new execs with cloud and infrastructure backgrounds. Investors are watching governance and strategy as interest in IREN’s AI cloud plans stays strong.

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Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS) Draws Attention as Crash Hedge

July 5, 2026, 1:52 PM EDT. Investors eyeing a stock market crash are looking at the Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS) as a possible safeguard. VXUS tracks 8,738 companies in Europe, the Pacific, North America, and emerging markets, giving wide exposure. That mix tends to soften region-driven hits, especially compared to the U.S. market. VXUS isn’t always ahead of U.S. equities, but it’s up 14% this year, ahead of the S&P 500’s 10% gain. The fund yields 2.6%, adding some income. Some experts recommend keeping international stock exposure to 10% when building a defensive portfolio.

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Palantir Jumps 14.5% After NVIDIA Tie-Up, Davidson Upgrade

July 5, 2026, 1:51 PM EDT. Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) ran up 14.5% over the holiday-shortened week, outperforming the broader tech sector as investors piled in. D.A. Davidson’s Gil Luria bumped his price target to $175 from $165 and took the stock to Buy, calling the valuation compelling and pointing to Palantir’s edge in AI orchestration. The move came after Palantir said it would work with NVIDIA to bring AI to U.S. government and critical infrastructure. Average trading volume rose 9.4% above the recent trend, showing investors are back in but still cautious. Shares had dropped about 25% in June. The partnership and Palantir’s AI reach are drawing bulls, even with some lingering worry about software budgets getting squeezed by AI spending.

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Joby Aviation slips on insider sales, Toyota deal structure draws focus

July 5, 2026, 1:50 PM EDT. Joby Aviation NYSE:JOBY dropped 3.96% to $8.49 ahead of the U.S. holiday, though shares moved up to $8.51 after hours. The stock sold off after seven Rule 144 insider sale filings hit, totaling 63,223 shares for about $563,851. Those sales involved previously granted restricted stock units and made up a small piece of Joby’s 983.6 million outstanding shares. Traders are watching the Toyota joint venture, where another $250 million funding round is tied to supply and IP agreements down the line. Toyota’s 51% stake in the partnership gives it the majority, shaping both production and financial moves. Joby reported $2.47 billion in cash and investments at the end of March.

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US stocks up as Fed minutes, corporate earnings approach; Energy lags despite profit jump

July 5, 2026, 1:49 PM EDT. Major US indexes gained last week with the Dow up 2%, S&P 500 rising 1.8%, and Nasdaq up 2.1% going into the July 4th break. FactSet now sees S&P 500 Q2 profits up 23.3%, beating its previous 18.8% forecast. Energy is where the gap is widest-earnings estimates jumped almost 50%, but share prices slid 14.5%. Tech profits edged up, but tech stocks have climbed 29.2%, so those gains may already be baked in. Traders are watching for Fed minutes, ISM services numbers, and results from Delta Air Lines and PepsiCo. Semiconductors are still pushing sector earnings higher. Odds of a September Fed rate hike climbed after June payrolls showed 57,000 more jobs and flat 4.2% unemployment.

US stocks: S&P 500 faces earnings gap as F…

Paladin Energy Turns Profit as ASX Miners Push Earnings Growth

July 5, 2026, 1:48 PM EDT.Paladin Energy ASX:PDN is now profitable as its Langer Heinrich uranium mine in Namibia restarts production and benefits from long-term contracts. Paladin has a A$4.48 billion market cap and sits in the spotlight as nuclear gets renewed attention. A recent Canadian acquisition brings more for investors to consider around valuation. Westgold Resources ASX:WGX posted A$1.3 billion in Murchison revenue and A$690.8 million from Southern Goldfields. With its A$4.77 billion market cap, Westgold’s cost cuts and mine work push net profit margin to 12.8%. Both companies meet the screener’s filter for potential strong earnings growth and solid balance sheets, while the wider environment stays mixed on inflation and central banks.

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Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) down 21% in 2026 on management moves, deal chatter

July 5, 2026, 1:47 PM EDT. Netflix shares are off more than 21% so far this year, as management turnover and takeout talk weigh on sentiment. Still, the company posted 16.2% revenue growth in Q1 and is guiding to 13.5% for Q2, with operating margins holding above 30%. Netflix trades at 21x estimated 2026 earnings, seen as cheap considering its brand and margins. Analysts say earnings in July could be a major trigger. Long-term holders may see the recent drop as a chance to buy, with many pointing to a transition period over deeper trouble.

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Energy Transfer (ET) jumps 17% in 2026, beats S&P 500 as AI demand, cash flow power outlook

July 5, 2026, 1:15 PM EDT. Energy Transfer (ET) is up 17% in 2026, ahead of the S&P 500’s 9% gain. The big midstream pipeline firm runs a toll system that helps limit exposure to oil price shifts, producing steady cash flows and a 6.9% dividend yield. ET set record crude and NGL volumes in Q1 and locked in multiyear gas supply pacts targeting AI infrastructure. Management bumped up its 2026 EBITDA growth view to 14%-16% from 9%-12%. At 7x EBITDA and a $67 billion market cap, the company aims for both growth and yield. Investors face K-1 tax forms because it’s set up as an MLP. The stock is now seen on track to outperform the S&P 500 for the rest of the year.

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Plug Power (PLUG) up 3.9% as shorts stay heavy, Denmark electrolyzer shipped

July 5, 2026, 1:14 PM EDT. Plug Power Inc. NASDAQ:PLUG shares climbed 3.9% last week, finishing at $2.64 with 209.2 million shares traded. Trading stayed volatile and short interest was high at 24.68% of float. Market cap is just under $3.67 billion. Shorts still have $950.9 million riding against the stock, more than four times the company’s $223 million in cash. Plug delivered a 5 MW electrolyzer system in Denmark, able to produce 550 metric tons of green hydrogen a year. Fuel cell peers moved unevenly-FuelCell Energy surged on financing, Bloom Energy traded higher on AI infrastructure ties, Ballard Power traded down. Plug’s Denmark unit is a small part of its 320 MW electrolyzer base, hinting at slow growth for its green hydrogen output.

Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) shares swing as s…

Glass House Brands (GLAS) jumps on NYSE move and new medical focus, but losses remain a concern

July 5, 2026, 12:53 PM EDT. Glass House Brands (GLAS) uplisted to the NYSE and shifted its strategy to medical cannabis after the federal rescheduling to Schedule III. Management says the move could let the company reach more markets, with possible expansion beyond state lines and into Europe. Still, Glass House is posting deeper losses on weaker sales. The company also pulled a US$50 million at-the-market offering, raising ongoing capital questions. Shares have climbed on the uplisting news, showing some investor confidence, but execution, regulation, and funding are still risks. Analyst targets are wide, from US$16 to over US$26, reflecting mixed views on how those risks play out. Investors are watching for progress on DEA registration, medical licenses, and any new moves to raise cash.

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3 Stocks That Could Weather a 2026 Market Downturn: EZCORP, Carriage Services, and One More

July 5, 2026, 12:52 PM EDT. Investors worried about a possible stock sell-off in 2026 might look at EZCORP, Carriage Services, and another stable pick. EZCORP, a global pawnbroker with 1,500 stores in 16 countries and an online car title loan unit, tends to see more business when the economy weakens, as people turn to quick loans. Its shares have rallied lately, helped by higher gold prices, which could also mean more price swings. Carriage Services works in the funeral and cemetery business, which usually doesn’t track with economic ups and downs. The company has been buying up businesses and locked in $60 million in credit for expansion. Both firms could offer steadier ground if the economy turns sour, thanks to business models less exposed to big swings in demand.

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Catalyst Metals ASX:CYL Shares Jump on Record Gold Output, Still Down for Year

July 5, 2026, 12:51 PM EDT. Catalyst Metals ASX:CYL posted record gold production for both the quarter and year at its Plutonic Gold Belt mines, pushing shares up 19.18% in a day and 16% over the past month. Shares are still off 17.48% for the year. The company has no debt and reports strong cash flow for its growth plans. Its P/E is 14.5x, which trails a model estimate of fair value at 29.3x but tops sector levels. That may mean shares are undervalued. Risks are tied to gold price swings and steady output. A discounted cash flow model puts fair value at A$73.91, a big gap from the current A$6.09 price, leaving room for upside if growth holds up.

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FAA Inspection Rule Puts Spotlight on Tight Boeing 747-8F Freighter Market

July 5, 2026, 12:50 PM EDT. The FAA will require inspections on 11 Boeing 747-8F freighters, hitting operators with an estimated $344,080 in direct inspection fees. These freighters are key for moving large cargo. Dedicated freighter traffic jumped 11% in May from a year earlier, showing demand is still strong as supply stays tight. The new rule looks for fuselage cracks, but it’s the uncertainty over aircraft downtime that has operators watching their schedules. UPS has 30 of these freighters, leaving it exposed to any disruption. The FAA mandate comes as these big cargo jets keep flying even as airlines retire passenger 747s.

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Apple Jumps $210B on Foldable iPhone, Market Shrugs Off Fed, Earnings Uncertainty

July 5, 2026, 12:49 PM EDT. Apple Inc. (AAPL) surged 4.84% to $308.63 on July 4, 2026, tacking on roughly $210 billion in market cap after news of plans to make 10 million foldable iPhones this year. Each phone is expected to sell for around $2,500, so that would mean $25 billion in sales. Still, the market reaction went beyond the device’s implied sales, showing investors are betting on a bigger iPhone cycle bump. Apple is now near a $4.54 trillion market valuation, trading at a P/E of 37. Elsewhere, chip stocks fell hard, but the Dow finished at a record. New economic data showed job growth at just 57,000 in June, cooling fears of faster Fed rate hikes. Traders now look to Federal Reserve minutes and Q2 earnings from Delta and PepsiCo next week.

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Verizon NYSE:VZ falls 8.6% after Dow exit; telecoms sell off

July 5, 2026, 12:48 PM EDT. Verizon shares dropped 8.6% for the week ending July 2, with volume more than twice normal after it was removed from the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Verizon’s low share price had made its impact on the price-weighted index minimal. The S&P 500 climbed about 1.8% for the same period, but telecom stocks including Verizon saw selling pick up. Worries continue over a possible U.S. mobile partnership between SpaceX and a consumer carrier, with analysts saying that risk could run into next year. Verizon’s ex-dividend date is July 10, with second-quarter earnings on July 24. The company also said it will launch a 50-50 international enterprise joint venture with BT Group covering about $4 billion in annual revenue.

Verizon (VZ) draws outsized selling as Dow…

NTST Up 22% YTD, But Short Interest and Insider Selling Weigh on Valuation

July 5, 2026, 12:36 PM EDT. NETSTREIT (NTST) is drawing attention as it leads mid and large cap U.S. REITs in short interest and recent insider selling, while analysts keep debating its value. Shares are still up 21.89% year-to-date, and the one-year total shareholder return is 32.79%. The stock hovers close to an analyst price target of $22.62, pointing to just a 4.2% undervaluation now. NETSTREIT focuses on tight balance sheet control and acquisitions aimed at lifting AFFO per share. But its heavy lean on physical retail tenants and acquisition-fueled growth leaves it open to e-commerce risks and deal disruptions. At the same time, its 10.2x price-to-sales ratio sits far above sector peers, raising concerns about premium pricing if sentiment turns.

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D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Trades at 200x 2026 Revenue; Valuation Draws Skepticism

July 5, 2026, 12:35 PM EDT. D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) is trading at nearly 200 times its 2026 sales estimate, putting a spotlight on high valuation worries. The quantum computing company pitches both annealing and gate-model systems for business use, but revenue stays modest with the tech still early. It recently closed a $20 million contract with Florida Atlantic University and a $10 million deal with a Fortune 100 name. Analysts expect top line to jump from $42.5 million in 2026 to $86.1 million in 2027. With a market cap of $8.4 billion, QBTS trades at one of the highest multiples out there, which means missteps on growth could hit hard given how early the market is.

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NuScale Power NYSE:SMR Drops 72.8% in Past Year as Market Weighs Valuation, PPA News

July 5, 2026, 12:34 PM EDT. NuScale Power shares are down 72.8% over the last year. The drop comes even as the company moved forward on its long-term PPA with Tennessee Valley Authority. The stock now trades at around 2.9 times book, near the sector average of 2.7, so it’s not showing much of a discount. NuScale failed 5 out of 6 valuation checks and is still dealing with a lawsuit over ENTRA1 disclosure claims. For now, investors have to decide if the current price covers these risks and what the PPA news means for the SMR space.

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UiPath NYSE:PATH jumps 11.2% as traders eye ARR multiples and analyst moves

July 5, 2026, 12:33 PM EDT. UiPath shares climbed 11.2% to $11.71, capping a four-day winning streak and beating out the main indexes, even as volume stayed steady. The company’s cash-adjusted market cap sits at about 2.5x its $1.9 billion annual recurring revenue as of April 30. That’s keeping expectations in check if ARR growth holds near low teens. UBS recently cut its price target, which helped spark the rally. CEO Daniel Dines said the company has moved its agentic products past pilots, and CFO Ashim Gupta pointed to UiPath’s first quarter of GAAP profitability. Investors stay tuned to see if growth and margins hold up given the mixed backdrop from valuation and earnings.

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UK Hospitality Names Slip as Tip Reform Tightens, Legal Pressure Builds

July 5, 2026, 12:20 PM EDT.UK hospitality stocks are under pressure as tip reform heads for enforcement, raising questions around how companies handle service charges with staff. Investors worry about higher costs, legal risks and brand damage. Marston’s LSE:MARS is seen as exposed, given its £893 million restaurant revenue, high leverage and tight margins, with labor rules getting tougher. Compass Group LSE:CPG, valued at $55.6 billion, is also on watch. The catering group is often cited for growth, but faces questions on frontline pay with tip policy changes. Regulatory uncertainty is now a risk for valuations and growth hopes as the sector adjusts.

UK Hospitality Stocks Facing Tip Reform Pr…

Samsung Q2 Results, SK Hynix Nasdaq Listing in Focus for Chip Stocks

July 5, 2026, 12:19 PM EDT. Samsung reports earnings on July 7. SK Hynix is set for its Nasdaq debut on July 10. Both events are drawing attention across the semiconductor sector and could shift momentum for the top two chipmakers. Some analysts see SK Hynix’s ADR listing helping sentiment, while others say it could mark a top for the current chip cycle. The industry is facing swings in supply and demand, so traders are watching these updates for cues.

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Tesla Drops as Markets Eye Margins Before July 22 Q2 Earnings

July 5, 2026, 12:18 PM EDT. Tesla NASDAQ:TSLA fell 7.5% to $393.45 on July 3, even after it topped delivery forecasts in Q2. The company shipped 480,126 vehicles-beating analyst estimates by 74,102. Markets are zeroing in on the shift between production and deliveries. Tesla moved from a production surplus in Q1 to a Q2 drawdown, with the gap swinging by 78,731 cars. That suggests more deliveries came from existing inventory, not new builds, which could eat into margins before the July 22 report. Analysts say demand in Europe is holding up. Tesla’s pricing and products are easing some worries tied to CEO Elon Musk. Energy storage deployments hit 13.5 gigawatt-hours, just under consensus.

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) heads into July 22 mar…

Nasdaq Futures Rise; Apple, Sandisk, SpaceX In Spotlight

July 5, 2026, 12:17 PM EDT. Futures are pointing to a strong open, with the Nasdaq and major AI stocks trading at key levels. Apple, Sandisk, and SpaceX are at the center of early action as traders watch for moves in tech and AI. Market volatility is expected with investors focusing on these stocks for clues on direction.

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Gulf Stocks Drop as US-Iran Talks Stall

July 5, 2026, 12:05 PM EDT. Gulf shares mostly traded lower Sunday, with caution on the rise after indirect Iran-US peace talks ended without a deal. Investors reacted to the lack of a breakthrough, with uncertainty over regional tensions pressuring stocks.

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QQQ tops VOO in H1, but tech risk stays high for both ETFs

July 5, 2026, 12:04 PM EDT. The Invesco QQQ ETF (NASDAQ: QQQ) posted a 19.9% gain for the first half of 2024, beating the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: VOO), which returned 9.5%. QQQ’s lead comes from its heavy 67% tech exposure, which includes key AI names. VOO holds about 500 stocks and is nearly 40% tech, spreading out risk more than QQQ. Both funds still face concentration risk and could take a hit if tech stocks slide or the market rotates. VOO works as a core holding for broad U.S. exposure. QQQ is more of a satellite for investors targeting growth and tech. Fund choice should match investor risk and goals, not just track past performance.

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Buffett Indicator Hits New Highs, But Some Say Stocks Aren't Overpriced

July 5, 2026, 12:03 PM EDT. The Buffett indicator, which compares U.S. stock market value to GDP, just hit a record 136%. That’s almost 70% higher than its long-term average-often seen as a warning sign for stocks. But some analysts say this gauge leaves out big factors, like private companies, stronger corporate profits now at about 12% of GDP, and the fact that more than 40% of S&P 500 revenues come from overseas. Even with the high Buffett reading, the S&P 500’s forward P/E sits at 21.5, which many call reasonable. Experts say investors need to keep an eye on other risks too, such as thin profit margins and higher interest rates, and not just rely on this one metric.

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Berkshire Hathaway Cash Stockpile Hits $373.5 Billion; Buffett Stays Wary

July 5, 2026, 12:02 PM EDT. Berkshire Hathaway ended Q1 with $373.5 billion in cash and U.S. Treasury bills, topping its combined equity and fixed-maturity securities book by 1.22x. CEO Warren Buffett pointed to a ‘gambling mood’ in markets, saying valuations are high and ETFs are getting more complex. Berkshire sold $24.1 billion in stocks last quarter-over five times last year’s pace-and lifted Treasury holdings by 5.5%. Apple, American Express, Bank of America, Coca-Cola, and Chevron now account for 61% of the equity portfolio. The Shiller price-to-earnings ratio remains elevated, and ETF assets keep climbing, with Buffett warning about rising investor risks.

Buffett cash pile faces market warning, Be…

Nokia Up 3.57% on Thin Trade, Lags OMXH25 Before Results

July 5, 2026, 12:01 PM EDT. Nokia gained 3.57% to 11.17 euros Friday after a 5.27% slide Thursday, but still trailed the OMX Helsinki 25’s 1.57% jump. Turnover was light, with only 5.27 million shares traded-less than half the week’s earlier daily average. Bank of America lifted its target to 15.60 euros and kept its buy call, pointing to solid Q2 AI hardware order prospects. Shares have doubled this year. Results for Q2 and the half are due July 23. Attention is on Nokia’s AI and cloud sales after strong Q1 numbers and new deals like Orange Belgium’s optical network update.

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Intel (INTC) Rally Faces Questions as Growth Lags Rivals

July 5, 2026, 11:48 AM EDT. Intel (INTC) is up roughly 425% in the past year under CEO Lip-Bu Tan, powered by its 18A manufacturing process and new AI chips. Still, Q1 2026 revenue of $13.6 billion was just a 7% rise, behind Nvidia and TSMC. Net loss hit $3.7 billion in the quarter, and Intel has no GAAP price-to-earnings ratio, so profits remain a concern. Analysts see 2026 revenue climbing 11% with weaker gains the year after. The stock trades at 11 times sales, less than its main competitors, pointing to investor caution. Intel’s comeback run has yet to catch up to the pace set by sector leaders.

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JPMorgan Sees Oil Glut Risk as Hormuz Shipments Return

July 5, 2026, 11:47 AM EDT. Oil shipments have come back into the global market after the Strait of Hormuz reopened, which JPMorgan commodity strategists say could lead to a temporary glut. The wave of new supply meets weaker demand than before, as China slashed oil imports during the conflict, raising concerns about longer-term cuts in its fossil fuel appetite. Prices look unlikely to collapse, but the market may need time to adjust, with demand slow to rebuild and reserve stockpiles getting filled again. The International Energy Agency expects global oil demand to drop by 1.1 million barrels per day in 2026, so oversupply could last through 2027, putting the market into a tough reset period.

The Strait of Hormuz has reopened — why th…

Rivian Jumps 8% After Beating Q2 Delivery Outlook, Lifts 2026 Guidance

July 5, 2026, 11:46 AM EDT. Rivian Automotive shares jumped 8.44% to $18.63 after posting Q2 deliveries of 12,194 vehicles, topping its forecast of 9,000-11,000. Rivian now expects to deliver 65,000-70,000 vehicles in 2026, up from its previous 62,000-67,000 range. That means it has to ship 42,441-47,441 vehicles in the second half, close to double what it managed in the first half. Rivian’s $1.45 move on July 2 lifted market cap by $1.8 billion, or about $609,000 of market value for each extra vehicle in guidance. Rivian outpaced other EV names and the Nasdaq Composite as investors responded to the numbers despite tough sector conditions.

Rivian (NASDAQ:RIVN) climbs on delivery nu…

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Jumps on Volume Before Q2 Report

July 5, 2026, 11:45 AM EDT. SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) ended July 2 at $18.24, up 2.0% for the shortened week, even with a 1.08% fall Thursday. Shares traded 78.4 million a day on average across four sessions, beating the 65-day mark of 71.3 million. Trading volume was up as overall U.S. exchange activity slowed Thursday: Nasdaq dropped 0.8%, S&P 500 stayed flat, Dow added 1.14%. Investors are focused on SoFi’s Q2 report due July 29 for details on loan volumes, funding costs, and credit quality. The company also started offering small-business loans up to $250,000 with no fees, broadening its lineup.

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Goldman Sachs sees O'Reilly, NetEase, Tradeweb, Liftoff as undervalued plays

July 5, 2026, 11:18 AM EDT. Goldman Sachs called out several undervalued stocks it says could see upside-naming O’Reilly, NetEase, Tradeweb, and Liftoff Mobile. O’Reilly, the auto parts chain, has held up as rivals face headwinds. Analysts point to strong locations and not much competition nearby as reasons it could win share. NetEase gets a nod for steady Q1 numbers and wider margins, while also dodging some of the AI spending weighing on its sector. Tradeweb got bumped up to buy, even with investor concern about revenue and tokenization risk. Liftoff Mobile sits in a favorable spot as digital ads and in-app marketing keep growing. Goldman says these four are buys while markets stay choppy.

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NuScale Power (SMR) drops to under $4B valuation as AI data center demand puts spotlight on SMR growth risk

July 5, 2026, 11:17 AM EDT. NuScale Power (NYSE: SMR) has slumped from nearly $20 billion in October to below $4 billion in market value after a major selloff. The company is betting on small modular reactors, or SMRs, for faster and cheaper nuclear energy. There’s fresh interest now, with the $7 trillion wave of AI data center construction expected to need huge new power sources. NuScale’s SMR designs have NRC approval and could win a piece of that demand. Still, with project delays and no SMRs online, NuScale faces risks. A 6-gigawatt project’s power purchase agreement, targeted by late 2026, could take some uncertainty off the table. If that happens, NuScale’s stock and capital raising options could improve. The company sees a shot at gains above 1,000%, but the risk’s still high for investors.

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Ondas (ONDS) Falls 6.4% on Big Volume; Short Interest at 32% of Float

July 5, 2026, 11:16 AM EDT. Ondas Inc. NASDAQ:ONDS shares dropped 6.44% to $7.41 on July 2 as volume surged to 315.5 million shares-roughly 60% of the float. Short interest sits at 32%, or 167.5 million shares. SEC filings show a 3.38 million share resale, about 1.1% of that day’s volume. The company reported over $150 million in Q2 orders, helped by autonomous defense system demand and deals with Lockheed Martin. Strong operating numbers, but the high turnover and big short position kept pressure on the stock going into Monday.

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Intel Drops 5.2% as Turnover Spikes Before Q2 Results

July 5, 2026, 11:15 AM EDT. Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) fell 5.25% to $120.35 on July 2, 2026, with trading volume hitting $15 billion-2.5% of its market cap and more than four times Nvidia’s rate. The stock is down 13.8% over two sessions since its record $142.35 close on June 30, as traders bailed before Intel’s Q2 earnings, set for July 23. Market focus is on server CPU sales, foundry orders, and margins. HSBC’s Frank Lee still boosted his target price to $200, pointing to foundry momentum and big partnerships.

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SpaceX, Alphabet, SK Hynix Equity Raises Approach $200B as Firms Tap Stock Market

July 5, 2026, 11:14 AM EDT.SpaceX, Alphabet, and SK Hynix have raised nearly $200 billion in equity, breaking records as they turn to the stock market for capital. Alphabet pulled in $85 billion through a stock sale, marking the largest public equity raise on record. SpaceX’s IPO came in at $86 billion, making it the biggest IPO ever. SK Hynix is looking to list on Nasdaq with a target of up to $29 billion. Despite access to cheap debt, all three chose to raise funds via equities, which could point to a shift in strategy. Some investors raised cash by offloading other holdings, which may weigh on valuations as indexes trade near dot-com highs. This comes as markets price in one or two expected Fed rate hikes in 2026, keeping traders cautious over big capital moves.

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Microsoft (MSFT) Drops 23% In H1 2026, Support and Rebound in Focus

July 5, 2026, 11:13 AM EDT. Microsoft shares dropped 23% in the first half of 2026, the steepest loss in the ‘Magnificent Seven’ group. The stock slid from around $484 in January down to $373 as of June 30. Trading was volatile, with two major selloffs and a strong rebound in between. Even with solid earnings and momentum from AI infrastructure and cloud, investors seemed to lose conviction as money moved out of AI-heavy names after a strong 2024 and 2025 run. Some cited fading appetite for AI spending and questions around AI products like Copilot and the company’s OpenAI ties. Microsoft briefly pushed up to $466 in June before pulling back to $349, and the focus now is whether the stock will test $200 as a floor, or if a move back toward $460 is possible in the back half of 2026.

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AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) Jumps 31% After Rocket Lab's $8 Billion Iridium Deal

July 5, 2026, 11:01 AM EDT.AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) jumped 31.2% this week, easily beating the S&P 500’s 1.8% gain. The move came as Rocket Lab announced plans to buy Iridium Communications for $8 billion, half in cash and half in stock. Iridium’s satellite business and spectrum are seen as important for Rocket Lab’s growth. The buyout is seen as a bullish signal for AST, which some investors consider to have stronger satellite tech than Iridium. The $8 billion price tag is a 24% premium and helped send AST shares higher. Still, analysts including those at Motley Fool have left AST off their top picks, pointing to heavy volatility in space stocks.

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Nvidia's $4.75 Trillion Valuation Faces Pressure From Large Supply Commitments as Shares Lag S&P 500

July 5, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT. Nvidia shares are up 5% for 2026, behind the S&P 500’s nearly 10% rise, even after posting 85% revenue growth in Q1. The stock is at $194.83, putting Nvidia’s valuation near $4.75 trillion. Investors are watching Nvidia’s $119 billion in manufacturing, supply, and capacity commitments, most of which-$95 billion-come due in the rest of fiscal 2027. Those heavy commitments are a drag on the company’s valuation. Nvidia now trades at about 22 times forward earnings and 24.5 times run-rate free cash flow. Q1 free cash flow was $48.55 billion. CEO Jensen Huang points to rapid AI infrastructure growth, but markets want stronger evidence that Nvidia can keep up the rally with a still-cautious view.

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Lode Gold Pegs Fremont Mine at $13B as Rosland Capital Seeks Chapter 11

July 5, 2026, 10:59 AM EDT.Lode Gold Resources is valuing its Fremont project in Mariposa, California at around 3.09 million ounces of gold, or roughly $12.9 billion at spot. This number doesn’t account for permits, costs or how to finance the project. Shares stay low, tracked to the early stage status. At the same time, Rosland Capital filed for Chapter 11 and listed liabilities in the $50 million to $100 million range after a run-up in its order book. Market mood is tense. JPMorgan cut its year-end gold call to $4,500 from $6,000 an ounce. Fremont is still in feasibility work and faces usual development hurdles like engineering, approvals, and raising money. In the area, Blue Moon Metals is also working a polymetallic project, guiding after-tax NPV at $244 million and IRR at 38%.

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Opendoor NASDAQ:OPEN climbs 12% on Russell 3000 add, heavy turnover noted

July 5, 2026, 10:58 AM EDT. Opendoor Technologies Inc. NASDAQ:OPEN jumped 12.1% in its first four sessions as part of the Russell 3000 Index after June 29. Trading surged to 348.4 million shares, or 43% of the public float, nearly twice its usual daily volume and pointing to strong index-driven demand. The rally ran into selling near $5, with intraday trading staying busy. The Russell 3000 shuffle can cause big trading spikes, called a “really massive trade” by some analysts. Traders are watching to see if index-linked buying keeps up after the holiday break for July 3.

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Nagase (TSE:8012) Detroit Office Pushes Shares Higher, Raises Valuation Questions

July 5, 2026, 10:57 AM EDT. Nagase (TSE:8012) drew notice after it set up a Mobility Solutions office in Detroit, moving to tighten relationships with global auto customers. Shares trade at ¥1,200, giving it a P/E of 14.8x-richer than the 10.7x average for other Japanese trade distributors, so the stock looks premium-priced. Analysts are targeting ¥1,300, hinting at upside, but discounted cash flow puts fair value closer to ¥1,056. Risks include possible auto segment slowdowns and tougher conditions in Greater China and the Americas. The share price is up 22.8% this year and the one-year total return is 77%, showing strong momentum. The market is weighing if that growth is already baked in.

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Bank of America Q3 Picks: Spotify, Visa, Walmart on Upside List

July 5, 2026, 10:42 AM EDT. Bank of America named Spotify a top Q3 pick, pointing to new products and pricing and seeing a potential 40% upside. Analyst Jessica Reif Ehrlich has a buy and a $685 target, even though shares are down 16% this year. Visa is on the list too. Payments analyst Matthew O’Neill has a buy and $410 target, calling out strong revenue growth and big buybacks, which means 13% upside from here. Walmart rounds out the group. Analyst Christopher Nardone cited upper-income customer strength and growth plans and set a $144 price target, or nearly 29% upside. Picks cut across tech, payments and retail, Bank of America said, as the bank looks for gains from varied market themes.

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NuScale Power (SMR) Seen as 10X Bet Over 10 Years With Small Modular Reactor Push

July 5, 2026, 10:41 AM EDT. NuScale Power (NYSE: SMR) crashed from nearly $20 billion to under $4 billion since last October, but some see big long-term upside-maybe over 1,000% in the next decade-as interest builds in small modular reactors. The company’s SMR tech is drawing new attention as data centers expand and energy demand jumps. $7 trillion could soon go into data center infrastructure, putting the spotlight back on reliable energy. NuScale is targeting a 6-gigawatt SMR power purchase deal by late 2026, which could firm up revenue and help its stock and ability to raise cash. The projects are running behind, and there are risks, but NuScale’s SMRs keep it in the conversation for nuclear energy investors willing to wait.

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OneMain Holdings (OMF) Q1 Net Rises, 7% Yield Stands Out

July 5, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT. OneMain Holdings turned in a $226 million net income in its first quarter of 2026, with diluted EPS at $1.93. The numbers back up the 7% dividend yield, which keeps OMF in focus for investors hunting for income. Management said results show continued operational strength in consumer finance. Despite market swings, analysts say the stock is a steady option for portfolios looking for yield.

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ESG Investing Sees Outflows and Fund Closures, but Backers Say Strategy Is Still in Play

July 5, 2026, 10:26 AM EDT.ESG investing is under pressure as investors pull out cash and some ESG funds close. Proxy voting, a key measure of shareholder activity, is also down, pointing to a drop in ESG engagement. Still, some say ESG strategies are not dead, just taking a quieter and more careful path. Investors seem to be adjusting, not giving up on ESG altogether.

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What’s Moving Stocks: Levi Strauss, PepsiCo, Delta Reports on Deck This Week

July 5, 2026, 10:25 AM EDT. Investors face a relatively quiet week ahead of the Q2 earnings rush, with focus on Levi Strauss, PepsiCo, and Delta Air Lines reports for reads on consumer spending, inflation, and travel demand. Crude oil has dived 27% over the month, but gasoline has fallen just 10.5%, so inflation is still in the spotlight. Traders are looking at how Levi is handling shoppers, how PepsiCo deals with food inflation and the hit from GLP-1 drugs, and what Delta says about travel budgets. June inflation data will also be key. Big banks kick off earnings on July 13.

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NuScale Power NYSE:SMR eyes rebound as SMR demand grows

July 5, 2026, 10:13 AM EDT. NuScale Power is trading at $9.76, giving it a $3.4 billion market cap. The company is one of the main small modular reactor (SMR) names, with the technology drawing more attention as global energy demand climbs. After sliding from an almost $20 billion market cap, the stock could see over 400% upside if it heads back to those highs and as much as 1,000% in a longer-term scenario. NuScale is waiting on a major power purchase deal by the end of 2026, which could help clear uncertainty. Rising investment in AI data centers and a forecasted $7 trillion outlay in data infrastructure are driving the hunt for energy. Project delays and the slow rollout of SMRs remain a risk, but Bank of America sees the total nuclear sector at $10 trillion worldwide, and NuScale has a spot in that mix.

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Intel Gets Aggressive New Price Target From Top Wall Street Analyst

July 5, 2026, 10:12 AM EDT. A top Wall Street analyst set an aggressive price target for Intel Corp, the biggest one in his coverage of the stock. The call points to high conviction in Intel as it deals with industry headwinds. Intel traders are watching to see how this call might hit the stock and valuations.

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AT&T (T) Slips for Fourth Day as SpaceX Pressure Mounts

July 5, 2026, 10:11 AM EDT. AT&T shares finished down for a fourth session, closing at $20.58 with nearly 7% of the float trading hands between June 29 and July 2. Investors are watching for SpaceX competition in satellite services that could shake up legacy telecom. Oppenheimer’s Timothy Horan cut his rating on AT&T, pointing to these risks. AT&T left its Q2 free cash flow view at $4.0 billion to $4.5 billion and still sees strong wireless revenue and EBITDA. AT&T earnings come out July 22; July 10 is the dividend record date. S&P 500 rose 1.8% last week. AT&T’s market cap is $144.6 billion and its P/E ratio sits at 6.9, as investors weigh possible industry disruption.

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Mission Produce (AVO) director Pack picks up 40,000 shares in latest buy

July 5, 2026, 10:02 AM EDT. Mission Produce (AVO) board member Jay A. Pack bought 40,000 shares for about $484,000, lifting his direct stake to 579,965 shares, up 7.41%, per an SEC Form 4. The filing lands as AVO shares are up 3.91% from a year ago. Pack has been a steady buyer-this latest purchase is smaller than some of his past trades-but still adds to his position. Mission Produce runs a global avocado operation, reporting $1.25 billion TTM revenue and $22.8 million net income.

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Freehold Royalties (TSX:FRU) expands Permian footprint, Q1 tops forecasts

July 5, 2026, 10:01 AM EDT. Freehold Royalties posted a solid start to 2026, reporting strong Q1 results and moving to grow its Permian Basin royalty interests. The deal brings more U.S. exposure but doesn’t shift the short-term outlook much. Investors are watching the regular CA$0.09 monthly dividend, buyback actions, and a change at CFO. The 6.7% yield is in focus, as questions remain over cash flow and the balance sheet. Analyst fair value calls range widely-from CA$11.12 up to CA$44.14-showing uncertainty around future cash and funding growth. Some see the stock as pricey now, with risk if growth lags the dividend.

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Indexes End Mixed, Nasdaq Slides as Chipmaker Rout Continues on AI Jitters

July 5, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT. U.S. stock indexes closed mixed Thursday, with the S&P 500 flat, the Dow climbing 1.14%, but the Nasdaq 100 slid 1.61%. Chipmakers dropped for a second session, pressured after South Korea’s Kospi lost 7% and as traders questioned how long AI growth can keep up. Worries got a boost after Meta Platforms announced plans to sell computing power, stoking fears of too much AI capacity. In economic news, nonfarm payrolls increased 57,000 in June, short of forecasts for 113,000, but unemployment slipped to 4.2%, showing the labor market is still hanging on. Factory orders in May posted a smaller drop than expected, which offered some support to stocks. Bloomberg Intelligence sees S&P 500 Q2 earnings growing 23%, with AI infrastructure set to drive almost 60% of EPS gains. WTI crude is at its lowest in more than four months as global supplies rise.

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SoFi Eyes 13% Climb Before Q2 Numbers NASDAQ:SOFI

July 5, 2026, 9:59 AM EDT. SoFi Technologies NASDAQ:SOFI could rally 12.8% from the current $18.24 up to a $20.58 target in the next year, 24/7 Wall St. reports. Shares are down 30% this year, but SoFi posted its 18th straight quarter of Rule of 40 metrics-growth and profit combined. The last earnings report topped forecasts, and the lender hit a new record for originations. Still, high trailing P/E at 41, rising charge-offs, and past claims about its accounting are out there. Investors wait for Q2 results set for July 29. CEO Anthony Noto has been buying, and ARK boosted its position. Most analysts rate the stock a buy, consensus at 90% confidence.

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American Airlines NASDAQ:AAL to Bring Back Chicago-Tokyo Narita With Expanded Premium Offering as United NASDAQ:UAL Jumps In Early

July 5, 2026, 9:58 AM EDT. American Airlines NASDAQ:AAL said it will restart daily Chicago O’Hare-Tokyo Narita flights from March 27, 2027, offering 51 business and 51 premium-economy seats per flight on a Boeing 787-9. United Airlines NASDAQ:UAL plans to launch its Chicago-Narita route earlier, on October 25, 2026, with 49 premium seats on a 787-8. U.S. airlines together are set to add 100 new premium seats a day on this Chicago-Tokyo route. American’s service is being coordinated with Japan Airlines to connect to other locations in Asia. The route is getting crowded, with up to seven nonstops a day possible across multiple alliances and different Tokyo airports. Premium fares are in focus, market watchers say, as several airlines are already flying between O’Hare and Tokyo, fueling talk of pricing pressure in the premium cabin segment.

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FCC clears T-Mobile-Grain spectrum deal, sets key dates for AST SpaceMobile

July 5, 2026, 9:57 AM EDT. The FCC has signed off on T-Mobile’s $2.9 billion deal to swap 800 MHz licenses to Grain Management in return for 10 MHz of 600 MHz spectrum that reaches about 15% of the U.S. Grain now has until Aug. 7 to start a satellite partner selection process, and must file satellite applications by Dec. 4 to satisfy the FCC’s D2D buildout rules. AST SpaceMobile is in the mix but still hasn’t been picked. That increases the pressure on AST to lock in a commercial deal soon. The swap lets T-Mobile use 600 MHz to boost its network and frees up value from 800 MHz following the Sprint merger. The deadlines set by regulators put the focus on the schedule for satellite services and shape the outlook for AST SpaceMobile.

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$TRUMP Token Wallets Book $3.81B Losses, Trump-Linked Wallet Takes In $636M

July 5, 2026, 9:56 AM EDT.Trump’s $TRUMP memecoin wallets have racked up $3.81 billion in losses while investors showed $4.04 billion in gains, leaving $236 million in profits for buyers, according to Nansen. The main Trump-linked wallet took in $636 million-2.7 times more than net buyer gains. At $1.72, with a $408 million market cap, the token is down 97.7% from its $75.35 peak. Groups tied to the Trump Organization still hold 80% of all tokens and collect fees, with revenue locked up for three years. High turnover keeps fees flowing, but investor losses remain much larger than the market cap, and risks for holders are high in this volatile market.

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SpaceX Falcon 9 Sends Starlink and Besxar Chips Into Orbit Before Nasdaq-100 Entry

July 5, 2026, 9:55 AM EDT. SpaceX NASDAQ:SPCX sent up 29 Starlink satellites and two Besxar semiconductor pods from Cape Canaveral on July 5, using its Falcon 9 for both the main payload and industrial recovery tests. This was SpaceX’s 62nd Starlink launch for 2026, with launches running about once every three days. SPCX shares traded at $162, up 20% from the IPO, with investors watching for the stock’s move into the Nasdaq-100 index set for July 7. Besxar shipped Fabship pods aiming to use conditions in orbit to work on chip manufacturing, then bring the units back with the booster. SpaceX keeps looking for ways to make money off launch capacity, branching out from just satellite business and drilling into research payloads. Besxar says its system is meant to speed up work on chips as AI data center demand puts stress on supply. The Falcon 9 keeps finding new roles in industrial research and reuse flights.

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Lockheed Martin (LMT), Northrop Grumman (NOC), RTX (RTX) Outperform as U.S. Eyes Record Budget

July 5, 2026, 9:54 AM EDT.Lockheed Martin (LMT), Northrop Grumman (NOC), and RTX (RTX) are out front among defense names as the Biden administration targets a $756.8 billion U.S. military budget request for 2027. Lockheed Martin is at $545.70, backed by a $194 billion backlog. The company boosted guidance, even though earnings came in slightly short. Northrop Grumman, off 12% on the year at $504.60, has drawn attention for gains on the B-21 Raider and insider purchases. RTX leads recent price moves, trading at $188.54, up 32% from last year, and lifted its outlook after topping Q1. Analysts note steady revenue visibility and rising geopolitical risk going into 2026.

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PepsiCo (PEP) Rebounds Off Lows, Up 2% Before Q2 Numbers

July 5, 2026, 9:39 AM EDT. PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) rose 2% to $143, coming off its 52-week low of $132.96. Shares remain 11% below the year high of $159. First-quarter 2026 revenue was up 8.5% to $19.44 billion, and core EPS came in at $1.61, both above expectations. North American food sales volumes grew 2% as demand for smaller packages picked up. PepsiCo lifted its annual dividend 4%, now yielding about 4.19%, marking the 53rd straight increase. UBS lowered its target to $172 but kept a Buy, pointing to a good outlook despite softness in the stock. Barclays and other analysts have become more careful on the name.

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Gilead Sciences (GILD) Gets FDA Green Light for Trodelvy, Still Seen as Undervalued on NASDAQ

July 5, 2026, 9:38 AM EDT.Gilead Sciences Inc. NASDAQ:GILD landed FDA clearance for Trodelvy as a first-line option in metastatic triple-negative breast cancer, broadening its label. The decision follows Phase 3 numbers where Trodelvy topped chemo in progression-free survival. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network now lists Trodelvy as a top pick in this category. More than 75,000 patients worldwide have received Trodelvy. The latest approval adds to Gilead’s stable outside of its HIV, hepatitis and COVID-19 drugs. Yet some analysts still call Gilead undervalued, pointing to AI names as better risk-reward, and say investors have options as market trends shift.

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Viatris (VTRS) jumps after Phase 3 win in Japan IgAN trial, targets 2026 NDA

July 5, 2026, 9:37 AM EDT.Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS) posted positive Phase 3 trial data for VR-205 in Japanese adults with IgA nephropathy. The treatment showed a 33.75% drop in urine protein-to-creatinine ratio at nine months, hit its main endpoint, improved kidney results and kept proteinuria down. No patients moved to dialysis or serious kidney problems. Viatris said it plans an NDA filing in Japan by 2026 and is looking at a launch for the first IgAN-specific oral drug in the country. The company is active in global markets. Some investors are still eyeing AI stocks for more upside with less risk. No disclosures reported.

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Founder-Led Companies Cited as Potential Long-Term Buys

July 5, 2026, 9:24 AM EDT. Founder-led names are getting attention as global growth and inflation keep swinging. These management teams are tied in with the business, which can shape capital discipline and risk. Lightspeed Commerce TSX:LSPD is one pick, giving cloud retail tech and running up US$1.23 billion in recurring sales, but yet to turn a profit. Valued at CA$2.1 billion, its price-to-sales looks low versus rivals. Xanadu Quantum Technologies TSX:XNDU also stands out, pushing photonic quantum computing, sitting at CA$5 billion market cap with a 63% revenue jump expected. With founders still holding the reins, some see these companies as more likely to keep leadership and shareholder interests lined up for the long haul.

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SK Hynix Eyes AI Demand With $29 Billion U.S. IPO

July 5, 2026, 9:23 AM EDT. SK Hynix Inc. is planning a $29 billion IPO in the U.S., set to be the biggest ever by a foreign firm. The South Korean memory chip maker is looking to raise money and pull in investors focused on artificial intelligence. SK Hynix, which makes chips for AI computing, wants a bigger stake in a tech market segment getting a lot of attention. The deal could put SK Hynix right in the thick of the AI chip race.

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Momentum Stocks Could See Choppy July, Strategist Says

July 5, 2026, 9:22 AM EDT.Momentum trades-buying stocks after strong runs-tend to stall in July. A strategist said this year could bring a volatile unwind. Some early signs of a shift have already turned up, raising the risk for investors using momentum plays in the weeks ahead.

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Hybrids Top EVs as U.S. Shoppers Shift Focus

July 5, 2026, 9:21 AM EDT. Hybrid vehicles are pulling ahead of electric cars in the U.S. as EV demand slips. Hybrids aren’t just a midway step anymore; they’re leading, thanks to better pricing and functionality. Buyers are showing more interest in proven, affordable models, and automakers are adjusting production and marketing. Analysts say hybrids’ mix of fuel savings and lower sticker prices is drawing in more customers as EV sales cool.

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3 Dividend Stocks With Steady Payouts and Room to Grow

July 5, 2026, 9:09 AM EDT. Dividend stocks keep it simple for income-seeking investors. Nike (NKE) yields 3.8% after recent share losses, but still has a 24-year streak of raising its dividend and solid cash on hand. Verizon Communications (VZ) pays 6.6%, has increased its dividend 20 years in a row, and sports a payout ratio of 67.4%, hinting at sustainable checks ahead. Enterprise Products Partners is in with a 6% yield and an 80.9% payout ratio, drawing buyers looking for reliable payouts. The three bring a mix of long track records and payout ratios investors can live with when looking for reliable dividend plays.

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MTG (TSE:7806) jumps 11.6% after beating on revenue, lifts outlook and dividend

July 5, 2026, 9:08 AM EDT. Shares in MTG Co., Ltd. (TSE:7806) climbed 11.6% after the company posted quarterly revenue of ¥32.11 billion, topping analyst estimates. The beat was driven by strong demand for AI-focused products, including the ReFa Color Recipe PRO, which the company says is key to growth and dividend plans. MTG also raised its full-year earnings and dividend forecast, adding near-term support for the shares. The move pushes the stock further above fair value estimates, with analysts seeing upside of 26% to 36% but flagging high expectations and a premium valuation. Investors are weighing solid results against execution risk.

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How to Play OpenAI Before Its IPO

July 5, 2026, 9:07 AM EDT. OpenAI is valued at $852 billion and has reportedly filed a confidential IPO draft with the U.S. SEC on June 8, aiming for a possible 2027 listing. For now, investors have to look at the companies with big stakes: Microsoft owns about 27% after its $13 billion investment; Amazon owns $15 billion in preferred shares and is eyeing another $35 billion; Nvidia has put in $30 billion; SoftBank reached 13% ownership after its latest deal, with $45 billion in unrealized gains. People after more direct exposure can check funds such as Ark Venture Fund, which has 8.5% in OpenAI, or Destiny 100. These options are the main ways in before a public listing, for anyone betting on OpenAI’s future.

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Somnigroup (SGI) pushes growth strategy after Mattress Firm agreement

July 5, 2026, 8:51 AM EDT. Somnigroup (SGI) is pushing for a bigger slice of the mattress business after inking a deal with Mattress Firm. The company expects cash flow to get a lift as it links up with Leggett & Platt, the bedding parts supplier, and plans to roll out price increases. Analysts kept a $100 price target on the shares, pointing to the growth moves and Somnigroup’s shot at firming up its market spot.

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UiPath Bump Draws Attention to Kinatico and Pureprofile in AI Automation

July 5, 2026, 8:50 AM EDT.UiPath shares rose 1.21% as investors looked at AI-powered “agentic automation”. That move has brought fresh interest to other automation stocks. Kinatico (ASX:KYP) runs SaaS products that use AI for workforce compliance in Australia and New Zealand, reporting A$34.6 million revenue. The stock is billed as a growth name, but brokers note high valuations and some concerns over debt. Kinatico’s next Q3 2026 numbers are due April 16. Pureprofile (ASX:PPL) makes most of its A$61.3 million revenue from AI-enabled consumer data research, with tech platforms that let clients boost scale without adding staff. Both stocks offer investors a look at smaller AI automation plays with different risk profiles from UiPath.

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World (TSE:3612) Q1 2027 Margins Slip Even as Revenue Holds Up

July 5, 2026, 8:35 AM EDT. World (TSE:3612) posted Q1 2027 revenue of ¥76.1 billion and net income of ¥2,268 million, with EPS at ¥31.18. Revenue was up from ¥58.6 billion in Q4 2025 to ¥76.1 billion in Q4 2026, but the trailing 12-month net margin dropped to 4.2% from 4.8% a year earlier. Earnings climbed 10.5% from last year, but quarterly EPS has been uneven and profit growth hasn’t kept pace with bullish calls for stronger gains. Shares are at 10.1x trailing P/E, below the JP Specialty Retail average at 14.3x. The DCF valuation sits much higher, at ¥4,793.34. Cautious sentiment in the market is tied to views for slower annual earnings growth of 7.2%, with stiffer expectations elsewhere, as solid profit history sits in tension with the weaker margin trend.

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Amiyaki Tei (TSE:2753) Net Margin Drops as Revenue Picks Up

July 5, 2026, 8:34 AM EDT. Amiyaki Tei (TSE:2753) started Q1 2027 with net margin down to 3.4%, compared with 4.9% in the same period last year. Investors are wary as net income slipped from ¥1.74 billion to ¥1.27 billion, even while quarterly sales climbed from ¥8.55 billion in Q3 2025 to ¥10.10 billion in Q4 2026. The company is calling for 6.5% annual revenue growth, and basic EPS is now ¥21.56. Dividends remain unsteady and softening margins are putting pressure on earnings reliability. Shares last traded around ¥1,316, with DCF fair value at ¥2,163.57 and price-to-earnings at 21.3x. Analysts remain focused on whether top-line growth can reverse margin pressure and support profits as costs weigh on the bottom line.

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BetaPro S&P/TSX Capped Energy -2x Daily Bear ETF (NRGD:CA) flagged weak by signals for all terms

July 5, 2026, 8:22 AM EDT.BetaPro S&P/TSX Capped Energy -2x Daily Bear ETF (NRGD:CA) got a weak call for the near, mid, and long terms as of July 5, 2026. Current AI signals point to no long play now, suggest a short around 10.32 CAD with a stop at 10.37 CAD. No target set. The ETF tracks the inverse returns of the Canadian energy space at double leverage, and the analysis is reading bearish here.

(NRGD) Advanced Equity Analysis

Indian shares close higher on Fed hopes, relief around Middle East

July 5, 2026, 8:21 AM EDT. Indian stocks finished Friday in the green. Sensex gained 262 points to 77,764, while the Nifty 50 crossed 24,270 as investors reacted to easing Middle East tensions and signs the Fed may hold off on more rate hikes. BSE market cap rose about ₹44,155 crore, hitting ₹480 lakh crore. Analysts pointed to global cues, a softer U.S. jobs market, and tailwinds from the India-Japan Summit. The IT sector bounced back, with crude oil coming down helping inflation. Technical analysts see the Nifty 50 holding a short-term uptrend that could push to 24,500. Policy Bazaar and Zensar Tech led turnover. Markets now are eyeing Q1FY27 results and any movement on a U.S.-India Free Trade Agreement.

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Nasdaq (NDAQ) holds strong buy tag as analysts tweak targets

July 5, 2026, 8:20 AM EDT. Nasdaq, Inc. NASDAQ:NDAQ is still rated a strong buy, even with analysts moving price targets this week. TD Cowen dropped its target on June 22 to $98 from $104 but kept its Buy on the stock, flagging worries about perpetual futures and how they affect stock multiples. Meanwhile, Rothschild & Co Redburn raised its target to $110, pointing to growth from retail volumes and fresh market expansion via prediction markets. Nasdaq, a tech name that serves capital markets globally, is seen as oversold. Some investors may look to other AI stocks for better upside or less risk. Analysts stay cautious but say Nasdaq is well placed as market trends shift.

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Wall Street Sees More Gains Ahead, S&P 500 Target Raised for Second Half of 2026

July 5, 2026, 8:19 AM EDT. Wall Street is betting stocks will climb again in the second half of 2026, with lower oil prices, strong tech, and AI hype helping keep the Nasdaq and S&P 500 going. Ross Mayfield at Baird said this is a bull market on better earnings and steady liquidity, and it could keep running into 2027. Analysts now see the S&P 500 up 21% in the next year. JPMorgan lifted its year-end target to 7,800. Still, some warn about piling into chip names after a record run for the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index, and point to risk from Big Tech’s big AI budgets. Many say investors should look beyond the biggest stocks with all the mixed signals out there.

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C3.ai (AI) Insiders Step Up Stock Sales, Trimming Holdings

July 5, 2026, 8:18 AM EDT. C3.ai insiders have offloaded more shares than they’ve bought lately. President Stephen Ehikian sold US$478,000 of stock, cutting his stake by 16%. Over the past year, insiders sold more than they purchased, including Rob Schilling’s US$4.2 million sale above the latest US$9.06 share price. Insiders still own around 9.9% of C3.ai, so their interests remain tied to shareholders. Sales at lower levels usually worry investors, but recent insider deals happened above current prices. Investors should keep an eye on these insider moves and weigh the risks before jumping in.

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Legal & General (LSE: LGEM) Holds 7.5% Dividend Yield as Price Lag Persists

July 5, 2026, 8:05 AM EDT. Legal & General (LSE: LGEM) offers a 7.5% dividend yield, but the share price is up just 16.5% for the year and 27.4% over three years. The company is cutting complexity to try and lift profit, which is forecast at about £1.62 billion for 2025, but growth has been slow. Peers like Lloyds Banking Group and M&G have turned in bigger overall returns thanks to reinvested dividends, pushing close to 10%. High-yield dividend names are still drawing buyers looking for both income and possible gains in choppy markets.

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Wall Street Eyes $200 Billion in IPOs, Raising Fears of Sell-Off

July 5, 2026, 8:04 AM EDT. Wall Street could see the biggest wave of IPOs since 2021, with new deals set to hit about $200 billion this year. Analysts say the surge may push some investors to dump shares of high-flying recent listings and put pressure on the wider market. Rising supply could make investors rethink valuations as more stock shows up. The IPO push signals strong demand but also has some on edge about sell-offs as portfolios shift.

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Cramer Calls Latest Walmart (NYSE: WMT) Drop Overdone as Shares Sink

July 5, 2026, 8:03 AM EDT. Jim Cramer pushed back on the heavy selling in Walmart (NYSE: WMT) Wednesday, telling CNBC viewers the nearly 26-point slide from recent highs looked excessive. Walmart closed 3.9% lower and is now down for the year, but Cramer said fears over falling oil prices cutting into the retailer’s value pitch are overblown. He conceded the stock’s valuation at 37 times earnings is rich, but called the post-earnings plunge of 7.2%-even after the company reported Q1 growth of 4.1% in same-store sales and 8% in earnings-too much. Cramer still flagged valuation risk, but said this looks like a buying chance while investors rotate elsewhere.

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CoreWeave (NASDAQ: CRWV) Sinks 13.2% After Meta AI Move

July 5, 2026, 8:02 AM EDT. CoreWeave shares are down 13.2% on the week after Meta Platforms said it would start offering AI processing services, going head to head with CoreWeave. That’s against a 2.1% gain in the Nasdaq Composite and broader market strength. The news raises fresh pricing pressure for AI hardware providers like CoreWeave, which has loaded up on debt to fund its infrastructure. Meta’s move could mean less demand growth for outsourced AI compute, another risk for CoreWeave’s valuation. Also, CoreWeave did not make the top Motley Fool Stock Advisor recommendations this week, a note of caution for investors watching the AI trade.

Why CoreWeave Stock Plummeted This Week

North Carolina Budget Plan Would Legalize, Tax Prediction Market Operators

July 5, 2026, 7:48 AM EDT. North Carolina lawmakers are pushing a budget plan that would legalize and tax prediction market outfits like Polymarket and Kalshi, for the first time giving these firms a state green light. Users can bet on things from sports to geopolitics to market moves. Federal regulators classify them as futures, not gambling, but North Carolina would be the first to spell out rules for them at the state level. Top Republicans such as Senate leader Phil Berger back the plan, calling prediction markets more popular lately but unsure how they might affect sports betting. Opponents say the proposal falls short on regulations and could tilt the field toward prediction markets instead of the state’s tightly overseen sports betting setup. The bill could bring new tax dollars if it goes through, though questions on oversight and consumer protections persist.

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Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) Shows Mixed Valuation Signals After 140% Run

July 5, 2026, 7:47 AM EDT. Shares of Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) are up 140.2% over the past three years, but valuation is not clear-cut. The Excess Returns model puts fair value near $76.81, about 25.6% above current levels at $57.16, based on $4.77 per share in projected stable earnings. That model says FITB is undervalued, as it factors in returns above the bank’s cost of equity. On the flip side, the stock’s price-to-earnings ratio stands at 25.6, well above the 12.2x average for the Banks sector and 14.0x for FITB peers. So the market is pricing in big returns, but there’s debate about whether that’s justified. Investors have to balance the intrinsic estimate with risk around credit quality and funding costs.

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Centene Moved Into Growth Benchmarks as Stock Jumps, Valuation Debate Follows

July 5, 2026, 7:46 AM EDT. Centene (CNC) has landed in several growth indexes, including the Russell 3000E Growth and Russell 1000 Growth, after being dropped from value and defensive lists. Shares climbed 8.87% in the past month and 91.69% over 90 days. But the 5-year total shareholder return is still down 7.69%. Analysts see the company swinging from a $6.4 billion loss to as much as $2.7 billion in profits by 2029, or possibly $3.8 billion. The stock ended at $67.86, about 10% above its estimated fair value of $61.83. That move is sparking questions over whether Centene is already pricing in its potential recovery.

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Elemental Royalty (TSX:ELE) jumps 6.3% after Russell index inclusion

July 5, 2026, 7:31 AM EDT. Shares of Elemental Royalty Corporation (TSX:ELE) climbed 6.3% after it was added to several Russell indices, like the Russell 2000 and Russell 3000, starting June 27, 2026. The broader index exposure gives ELE more visibility with institutional and passive investors targeting small-cap and defensive names. The company has a mix of mining royalties, fresh deals, and some board changes backing its story, but it still isn’t profitable and has a stretched valuation after recent dilution, which brings execution risks for cash flows and dividend plans. Analysts and investors don’t agree on the company’s fair value. The index gain could help with liquidity and capital, but core concerns remain. Some traders see reasons for optimism, but caution is still in play for Elemental Royalty right now.

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Wall Street Watches Rare Stock Market Signal as Shiller P/E Tops Historic Levels

July 5, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT. The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq are at record highs, driven by strong earnings, AI, and heavy buybacks. But a rare signal not seen since 1871 is back. The Shiller P/E, which tracks inflation- and earnings-adjusted stock valuations, is at a level that has only flashed once before. Analysts say it’s a warning. These lofty valuations have come ahead of past corrections, raising worry about a pullback even as investors stay optimistic and the economy grows.

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Investors Look to India’s Stock Market as AI Trades Lose Steam

July 5, 2026, 6:59 AM EDT. With the AI rally slowing, investors are shifting attention to India’s stock market. The Nifty 50 is in focus as a defensive market, helped by stable earnings, stronger macro trends, and volatility that’s lower than in other Asian or US markets. India’s smaller stake in AI stocks is now seen by some as an AI hedge while AI-heavy markets like South Korea and Taiwan face stretched valuations. The Nifty 50 outpaced the MSCI Emerging Markets Index in June on better investor sentiment, softer commodity prices, a steadier rupee, and stronger foreign flows. Some market watchers are calling India a more resilient macro play, citing stable inflation and solid earnings outlook.

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Viva Energy ASX:VEA Sees State Street Lift Holding to 5.03%, Shares Trade 23% Below Targets

July 5, 2026, 6:58 AM EDT. State Street Corporation has bumped up its stake in Viva Energy Group ASX:VEA to 5.03% as shares change hands at A$2.14, sitting 23.5% under analyst price targets and with a 56.6% gap to estimated intrinsic value. The stock added 5.94% in the past week but remains down 16.7% for the last 90 days. Viva Energy’s growth plans focus on converting more retail locations into OTR-branded stores to lift non-fuel sales and margins while urbanization trends support demand. Still, the company faces risk from reliance on the Geelong refinery and the threat of stricter decarbonization policy hitting earnings. Investors should weigh the upside against these headwinds and keep an eye on other market ideas.

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Shell LSE:SHEL finishes Jiffy Lube sale, shakes up retail and trading teams

July 5, 2026, 6:42 AM EDT. Shell LSE:SHEL wrapped up the sale of Jiffy Lube International, pulling out of the North American auto service market. The company is also close to selling off its South African fuel retail sites, shifting its international retail stake. Shell’s energy trading unit, a big profit driver, is getting new leadership meant to tighten up controls and risk checks. Shell says it’s keeping focus on its core energy units and how it spends capital. Shell shares last traded at £28.92, still around 31% under analyst targets and 61% below what some call estimated fair value. Shares have dropped 10.4% in the last month. Investors are watching the impact on earnings and dividends as Shell keeps reshaping its portfolio.

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Morguard REIT 5.25% Debentures (MRT.DB.A:CA) Neutral Trade Signals for July 4, 2026

July 5, 2026, 6:29 AM EDT. AI-generated signals for Morguard Real Estate Investment Trust 5.25% debentures (MRT.DB.A:CA) on July 4, 2026, showed a neutral call for all time frames. Suggested trades include buying around 100.43 with a sell target at 101.08 and stop at 99.93, or shorting near 101.08 with a target of 100.43 and stop at 101.59. The strategies point to light price moves within a tight range. Investors are advised to watch time-stamped signals for entry and exit in the bond.

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Micron Rallies 240% in 2024 as Analysts Lift Estimates, Nvidia’s Huang Talks Memory Chip Demand

July 5, 2026, 6:28 AM EDT.Micron Technology shares have jumped 240% so far this year, making it the second-strongest name in the S&P 500. Wall Street analysts lifted earnings forecasts after the latest results, seeing fiscal 2027 earnings at $155 per share. The company now has 16 new multiyear contracts locking in volumes, giving better cash flow visibility, and taking out some of the usual price swings for memory chips. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said demand from AI and physical AI-including self-driving cars and robots-should keep outstripping supply for years, pointing to a long-term growth run for the sector.

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Lincoln National (LNC) Seen Cheap After 65% Three-Year Run

July 5, 2026, 6:26 AM EDT. Lincoln National (LNC) is up 65.7% in three years, but shares still trade at just 4.3x earnings, far below the insurance group average of 12.4x. The gap points to a market that discounts the company’s earnings even with growth in annuities, life insurance and group benefits. Lincoln National returned 11.6% over the past year, drawing more interest. Risks tied to digital projects and capital strategy are still on the table. Simply Wall St gives LNC 5 out of 6 on value, calling it cheap with some margin for error. Their fair value P/E sits at 13.0x, so there may be room to climb if earnings keep up.

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Grantham: SpaceX IPO Looks Like a Classic Bubble Top

July 5, 2026, 6:10 AM EDT. Jeremy Grantham, GMO LLC co-founder, said the SpaceX IPO signals “the top of a terrific bubble.” He praised Starlink’s cash flow and margins but called SpaceX’s wider ambitions-like asteroid mining and AI projects-just “BS stories.” Grantham questioned how long the company can keep up its growth given the cash it needs to spend. While he credited Elon Musk with smart fundraising in hot markets before, Grantham doesn’t think it’ll be as easy this time. He warned that the SpaceX hype could be overblown as investors bet big on lofty promises.

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Croda International, Aviva seen as value picks on FTSE 100 for July

July 5, 2026, 5:58 AM EDT.Croda International and Aviva are showing up as value buys this July on the FTSE 100. Croda’s earnings dropped from £653.3m in 2022 to £64.7m in 2025 after Covid hit inventories, but the company could bounce back as restocking picks up. Goldman Sachs and Jefferies both have Buy ratings and see 16% upside. Aviva, the insurer, posted a 25% jump in operating profit in 2025 and increased its dividend. That move got Berenberg’s price target up by 24%. Both stocks are drawing investor interest as markets stay volatile.

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Ithaca Energy: 10%+ Yield, Buying 1,000 Shares Costs £2,130

July 5, 2026, 5:57 AM EDT. Ithaca Energy trades on the FTSE 250 with a dividend yield over 10%, paying out 30.23p per share lately. The market cap is at £3.52 billion, putting the company in the mix for possible FTSE 100 entry. Net income hit £50 million in Q1 2026, up almost two times from the last quarter, and free cash flow jumped to £500 million from £197.1 million. The stock doesn’t have a long dividend track record and energy names can swing, but Ithaca’s cash flow covers the dividend three times and debt looks under control. At 213p per share, 1,000 shares run £2,130. The yield stands out for those after high passive income from UK stocks.

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Affirm (AFRM) May Be Trading 13% Above Intrinsic Value as Banking Charter Efforts Lift Shares

July 5, 2026, 5:56 AM EDT. Affirm Holdings (AFRM) has shot up about 7x in three years, gaining 22.2% last year in Diversified Financial. But the stock could be around 12.5% to 13% overvalued right now, based on an Excess Returns model that lines up earnings power with what investors want back. Return on equity stands at 19.86%. Yet an intrinsic value call of $75 per share sits under the stock’s market price. Funding agreements-including a recent one with CPP Investments-and talk of a banking charter are feeding into high growth hopes, but have driven shares above where valuation models and intrinsic worth land. That leaves investors weighing the upside against risks from credit performance and funding costs.

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NOA.DB.B:CA 5.50% Debentures Ratings and Trade Signals for July 5, 2026

July 5, 2026, 5:55 AM EDT. North American Construction Group Ltd. 5.50% convertible unsecured subordinated debentures (NOA.DB.B:CA) carried weak ratings on short, mid, and long timeframes as of July 5, 2026, based on new AI signals. Current trade calls are to buy close to 104.79 CAD, aiming for 113.09 CAD, with a stop loss at 104.27 CAD. On a short, sellers are advised to enter near 113.09 CAD, set a target at 104.79 CAD, and use a 113.66 CAD stop. These points give traders entries and exits as the market stays choppy for this issue.

(NOA.DB.B) Market Performance Analysis

Duke Energy (DUK) rolls out Florida STEM program, funds 22 groups

July 5, 2026, 5:28 AM EDT. Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) has started a STEM education program in Florida that gives funding to 22 nonprofits and colleges. The effort is focused on building a workforce for power and grid jobs tied to the company’s utility business. Shares last traded at $129.60, still short of the $138.56 analyst target, but up 4.3% in 30 days. DUK trades 32.8% above estimated fair value. The new program is designed to grow Duke’s pool of technical workers as it upgrades infrastructure. Investors are watching if this will show up in earnings ($5.1 billion), the P/E (~20x), or ease financing stress-with interest coverage already tight. Duke is looking to plug education directly into its long-term workforce plans.

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KOSDAQ chip stocks split as all-process equipment leaps, post-process slides

July 5, 2026, 5:27 AM EDT.KOSDAQ semiconductor stocks are trading mixed as the market rally continues. All-process equipment names that handle wafer circuit engraving have jumped thanks to more facility spending from Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. Jusung Engineering and PSK each saw their shares soar over 300% in the past few months. On the other side, post-process companies involved in packaging and testing have taken a hit amid worries over AI investment froth and weaker substrate prices, with ISU PETASIS and Korea-U.S. Semiconductors dropping hard. Much of the gap comes down to timing-investors are pouring into all-process names first, with post-process volume seen lagging. Analysts pointed to stronger demand for memory and foundry kit boosting all-process stocks, but post-process names are under pressure from profitability questions.

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Trumpflation Peaks as Wall Street Warns on Valuations, Risks

July 5, 2026, 5:26 AM EDT. The Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq have jumped as much as 11% in 2026, even while U.S. inflation rose to its highest level in three years as geopolitical risks held. Wall Street is crediting the move to an easing in oil prices tied to possible U.S.-Iran peace, which some call the peak of ‘Trumpflation’-inflation linked to policies under former President Trump. But Core PCE and Federal Reserve outlooks show inflation pressures and high market valuations aren’t going away. Investors are watching the gap between gains from older tax cuts and buybacks against stubborn inflation and overseas risks. The Fed’s 2% target and the latest market moves mark what traders describe as more economic uncertainty, even after big stock gains.

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OpenAI CEO Sets $1 Trillion IPO Floor, Pointing to SpaceX as Benchmark

July 5, 2026, 5:25 AM EDT. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he won’t consider an IPO valuing the company under $1 trillion. The company, best known for ChatGPT, could give public investors a way into AI, but it’s still far from profit. For 2025, revenue hit $13 billion, and monthly sales for 2026 have topped $2 billion-yet net losses last year were $38.5 billion. SpaceX, already valued above $2 trillion, is also spending big thanks to AI. Altman filed IPO paperwork in June, though there’s still no set schedule-rumors have it coming by 2027. The OpenAI-SpaceX comparison makes sense as both play in the AI sector, but investors will have to judge whether the growth is worth the ongoing losses.

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Chipmakers and Mag 7 tech names split paths in AI trade

July 5, 2026, 5:24 AM EDT. AI stocks are splitting, with chipmakers moving differently from the Mag 7 tech giants. The seven biggest tech firms, often called the Mag 7, have led past growth but now trade apart from chips. Investors are shifting focus inside the AI sector as chipmakers and big tech show different moves. Some market watchers say this signals a reset for tech stocks as AI adoption and development change pace.

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iShares 20+ Year U.S. Treasury Bond ETF (XTLH:CA) trading signals for July 5

July 5, 2026, 5:10 AM EDT. AI trading signals for iShares 20+ Year U.S. Treasury Bond Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XTLH:CA) as of July 5, 2026 give a weak near-term rating, and neutral mid- and long-term ratings. Trade ideas are to buy near CAD 31.66 with CAD 33.39 as a target and a CAD 31.50 stop, or to short close to CAD 33.39 aiming for CAD 31.66 with a stop loss at CAD 33.56. The fund follows U.S. Treasury bonds, hedged to Canadian dollars. These ratings and levels speak to short-term volatility for this update.

(XTLH) Advanced Equity Analysis

Brambles Cuts Forecast on US Pallet Repair Issues, Keeps Capital Return Plan

July 5, 2026, 5:09 AM EDT. Brambles ASX:BXB lowered its guidance after running into pallet repair capacity problems in the US, pointing to subcontractor changes, tougher labor conditions, and stronger demand for repaired pallets. The company said it will stick with its capital return program, a move that shows management is backing the global CHEP pallet network’s fundamentals. FY26 sales growth guidance now sits at 3-4%, a cut caused by short-term risks around execution. Analysts are split, with some expecting outperformance. Brambles sees $7.8 billion revenue and $1.1 billion earnings coming in by 2029. Investors have to weigh near-term hits to US operations and margins against continuing cash returns and a fair value estimate near A$21.74, which suggests about 10% upside. The news highlights US efficiency challenges but also shows global strength in the company’s model.

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Wall Street Rallies on Trump Boom, But Fresh Inflation Worries Surface

July 5, 2026, 4:54 AM EDT. The Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite have each climbed between 9% and 11% for the year so far in 2026, drawing comparisons to the rally during Donald Trump’s last time in office, when tax cuts and buybacks were in focus. Still, Wall Street is calling out new inflation risks tied to so-called ‘Trumpflation.’ The Federal Reserve had been moving closer to its 2% inflation goal, but when Trump launched military action against Iran in February, oil prices shot up nearly 70%, wiping out much of that progress. Energy’s surge has pushed up 12-month inflation, raising flags for investors and policymakers.

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Markets eye crude, global cues, and TCS earnings this week

July 5, 2026, 4:53 AM EDT. Stock markets this week are watching crude oil prices, global economic trends, and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) earnings. Analysts also mention the southwest monsoon and foreign investor trading as drivers. Crude is in focus for energy and commodities. TCS could sway the indexes given its size. Investors are weighing these points as volatility lingers.

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Investors move to India as global AI craze stirs up volatility

July 5, 2026, 4:38 AM EDT. Global markets have been choppy on the back of the AI rally, and investors have started looking at India as a safe haven. The NSE Nifty 50 Index is showing lower volatility than the S&P 500 and other emerging market peers, so it’s becoming more popular for portfolio diversification. While Indian stocks haven’t participated much in the AI trade, the country has a stable rupee, cheaper commodities, and a better economic outlook. Foreign outflows have slowed, and in June, the Nifty 50 outperformed other emerging market benchmarks. Morgan Stanley and Arkevium Capital analysts say India is holding up as a defensive growth market with steady inflation and solid earnings forecasts. That gives India some insulation from global swings tied to AI stocks.

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Analysts Flag Dot-Com Era Warning Signs in Market, JPMorgan Cites AI Stock Split

July 5, 2026, 4:37 AM EDT. Analysts are watching the stock market for patterns that recall the dot-com crash. Jason Hunter at JPMorgan points to a gap between AI hardware names like Micron, up 250% this year, and big AI software players such as Amazon and Microsoft, which have lagged. The split follows what happened as internet hardware and software parted ways just before the 2000-2002 drop. Citi Research’s Bear Market Checklist is flashing more warning lights than usual, but not quite at dot-com bust levels. Investors are being told to stay alert as tech stocks drive the rally and stress signals pile up.

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Portnoy Says He'll Hold Bitcoin All the Way Down, Admits Bad Timing

July 5, 2026, 4:23 AM EDT. Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, said he’s not planning to sell his bitcoin even if it drops to zero. Portnoy bought in at close to $100,000, well above where bitcoin trades now at about $62,700, CoinDesk reported. Portnoy told FOX Business he’s down millions and regrets his entry point, pointing to bitcoin’s run above $126,000 last October before the halving. Still, he said he’d rather hold than sell and potentially miss a rally. Portnoy hasn’t said how much bitcoin he owns.

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SHIFT Inc (TSE:3697) climbs 7% as Nikkei sinks, market eyes July earnings

July 5, 2026, 4:22 AM EDT. SHIFT Inc (TSE:3697) rose 7.27% on a day when the Nikkei 225 dropped, weighed down by paper, pulp and transport names. The stock was strong ahead of July 15 results and progress reports on Secure One and Nisseicom. Still, SHIFT is up against challenges from tight margins, more debt after a new loan, and being dropped from the S&P Japan 500 index. Analysts see targets from ¥891 up to ¥1,603, showing split views. The move stands out against weak trading in other sectors, but risk remains from leverage and execution.

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Nifty, Sensex Extend Weekly Gains as Oil Drops and Tensions Ease

July 5, 2026, 4:21 AM EDT. Indian shares posted a fourth week of gains. Nifty 50 added 0.89% to 24,270.85 and the Sensex rose 0.86% to 77,763.91, shaking off early Iran-driven jitters as geopolitics calmed and Brent crude fell below $71. Domestic funds kept buying even as foreign flows were choppy, holding up the market. IT stocks jumped 4.64%, while Realty surged 8.79% to lead. The volatility index, India VIX, hit a three-month low at 11.83 as confidence steadied. Analysts pointed to cheaper oil and steady institutional cash as reasons for the upbeat tone.

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SHIFT (TSE:3697) jumps 7% against weak Nikkei; investors eye July 15 earnings

July 5, 2026, 4:05 AM EDT. SHIFT Inc (TSE:3697) picked up 7.27% even as the broader Tokyo market slipped, with the Nikkei 225 dragged by Paper & Pulp plus Transport stocks. The day’s move points to company-specific strength, but SHIFT still faces headwinds-margin pressure, more leverage after fresh borrowing, and being dropped from the S&P Japan 500. Investors are now watching for July 15 earnings and updates on the Secure One and Nisseicom deals. Analyst targets are all over the map, from ¥891 to ¥1,603 per share, suggesting split views. The rally while markets turned lower puts the focus on both upside and ongoing risks tied to debt and deal execution. Caution remains key for anyone considering the stock.

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