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Stock Market Today: Dow Drops 296 Points as Bitcoin Slumps and Fed Jitters Hit Wall Street

Stock Market Today: Dow Drops 296 Points as Bitcoin Slumps and Fed Jitters Hit Wall Street

The Dow fell 296 points to 47,420.77 Monday as the S&P 500 lost 0.34% and the Nasdaq dropped 0.29%. The ISM Manufacturing PMI slid to 48.2, marking a ninth month of contraction. Bitcoin tumbled 7%, dragging crypto stocks lower. Futures markets still price in a December Fed rate cut despite rising dissent within the Fed.
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  • Becton Dickinson Earnings Show Understated Profit Potential Despite Unusual Expenses
    May 19, 2026, 2:53 PM EDT. Becton Dickinson (NYSE:BDX) reported strong earnings, but its stock price showed a muted reaction, indicating no surprises for investors. Unusual items, one-time expenses totaling US$1.3 billion, reduced reported profits last year. Historically, such unusual items rarely recur, suggesting potential profit growth ahead if these costs do not repeat. Becton Dickinson's earnings per share grew 5.7% annually over three years, signaling steady growth. Analysts anticipate improved profitability in the coming year. However, investors should note two identified risk warnings. This analysis highlights that Becton Dickinson's statutory profit might understate its true earnings power, presenting a promising opportunity for shareholders focused on long-term gains.

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Marvell shares climbed 6.6% to $180.04 Tuesday, outperforming a falling Nasdaq as investors positioned ahead of its May 27 earnings call. Trading volume reached 15.3 million shares, with the company’s market value near $155.5 billion. The stock’s rally followed analyst price target hikes and speculation over AI data-center demand. Marvell last reported record annual revenue and forecast further growth led by its data-center business.
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Enbridge Inc. shares hit a 52-week high of C$78.25 on Tuesday, rising 2.76% even as the S&P/TSX Composite slipped 0.1% amid inflation concerns. The move came after the company reaffirmed 2026 financial guidance and despite a partial construction pause on its Line 5 project in Wisconsin. Pembina Pipeline shares also rose, though less sharply.
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