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Another Chipmaker Is Poised For Further Gains In 2025
While investors may be looking for other opportunities in the AI space, chipmakers still remain the key hardware provider. And the increase in AI tools could potentially continue to fuel strong…
Dec 26, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Conoco Phillips (COP)
R.A. Walker, a director at Conoco Phillips (COP), recently bought 10,400 shares. The buy increased his stake by 30%, and came to a total cost of $1,017,161. He was joined by another director last…
Dec 26, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Home Depot (HD)
Home improvement store chain Home Depot (HD) is up about 12% over the past year, returning about half that of the S&P 500. One trader sees further weakness in the weeks ahead. That’s based on the…
Dec 26, 2024
Stick With Winning Players as the AI Rollout Is Set to Continue Through 2025
While markets have been a bit jittery heading into the holidays, companies are generally bullish on the continued rollout of AI technologies into 2025. Billions continue to be invested in the…
Dec 25, 2024
Insider Activity Report: 3D Systems Corp (DDD)
Jeffrey Graves, President and CEO of 3D Systems Corp (DDD), recently bought 60,000 shares. The buy came to a total cost of $231,000, and increased his position by 6%. This is the first insider buy in…
Dec 25, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Intel (INTC)
Chipmaker Intel (INTC) has struggled this year, with shares dropping over 61% as the company has failed to turn around its business. One trader sees shares falling further over the next two years.…
Dec 25, 2024
A Short-Term Miss Could be a Long-Term Win for this In-Demand Product
Markets can be fickle. When a high-growth company doesn’t exceed lofty expectations, investors can be quickly disappointed. And when investors are disappointed, a fast-growth stock can get beaten…
Dec 24, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Dow Inc (DOW)
James Fitterling, Chairman and CEO of Dow Inc. (DOW), recently bought 25,600 shares. The buy increased his stake by 7%, and came to a total cost of $1.07 million. He was joined by two company…
Dec 24, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Baxter International (BAX)
Medical device manufacturer Baxter International (BAX) is down nearly 25% over the past year, amid ongoing losses and a collapse in growth. One trader sees shares continuing lower into 2025. That’s…
Dec 24, 2024
This Consumer Trend Looks Strong Into 2025
Overall, sticky inflation and a rising unemployment rate suggests that consumers may be getting burned out. Traders are keeping a close eye on consumer trends to avoid a danger from any slowdown in…
Dec 23, 2024
Insider Activity Report: HF Sinclair (DINO)
Craig Knocke, a director at HF Sinclair (DINO), recently bought 5,000 shares. The buy increased his stake by 20%, and came to a total cost of $180,746. This buy came just a few days after the company…
Dec 23, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Lam Research (LRCX)
Chipmaker Lam Research (LRCX) has been in a downtrend since July, and shares are now down over 7% in the past year. One trader sees a rebound in the first half of 2025. That’s based on the June 2025…
Dec 23, 2024
This Beaten-Down Play Has Gotten Oversold Here
Stocks can rise or fall for any number of reasons. Over time, a company’s fundamentals, such as rising earnings and profit margins, should drive shares higher. In the short-term, any item of news…
Dec 20, 2024
Insider Activity Report: LyondellBasell Industries (LYB)
Robin Buchanan, a director atLyondellBasell Industries (LYB), recently bought 5,000 shares. The buy increased her stake by 38%, and came to a total cost of $380,300. This marks the first insider buy…
Dec 20, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Sphere Entertainment Co. (SPHR)
Entertainment venue operatorSphere Entertainment Co. (SPHR) is up just 10% over the past year, far underperforming the overall stock market. One trader sees a rally in the next two months. That’s…
Dec 20, 2024
This Top Tech Play of 2024 Has More Room to Run in 2025
Investors are taking profits and positioning themselves for the start of 2025. It’s likely that, even after a strong run, there’s still some more upside in the markets. That’s especially true for…
Dec 19, 2024
Insider Activity Report: SoFi Technologies (SOFI)
Eric Schuppenhauer, an EVP atSoFi Technologies (SOFI), recently bought 30,600 shares. The buy increased his stake by 197%, and came to a total price of $500,001. This marks the first insider buy at…
Dec 19, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Under Armour (UAA)
Athletic apparel manufacturerUnder Armour (UAA) is down 12% over the past year, far underperforming the market’s strong rally. One trader sees shares continuing to underperform through the end of…
Dec 19, 2024
Shifting Market Index Holdings Can Create Buying Opportunities
When investors talk about the stock market, they’re usually referencing an index such as the S&P 500. Every index is made up of a mix of different stocks, and carry different weightings. Over…
Dec 18, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Healthcare Realty Trust (HR)
Peter Lyle, a director atHealthcare Realty Trust (HR), recently bought 10,000 shares. The buy increased his stake by 40%, and came to a total cost of $172,100. Other directors have been active buyers…
Dec 18, 2024