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Insider Activity Report: Cincinnati Financial (CINF)
Dirk Debbink, a director atCincinnati Financial (CINF), recently bought 1,000 shares. The buy increased his stake by 2%, and came to a total cost of $157,188. Debbink was also a buyer back in April…
Dec 10, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Pfizer (PFE)
Pharmaceutical manufacturerPfizer (PFE) is down 11% over the past year on concerns of a slowing drug pipeline. One trader sees shares continuing that trend lower in the coming weeks. That’s based on…
Dec 10, 2024
AI Demand Continues to Benefit Software Plays
The AI story continues. While many big-cap names are at all-time highs, other and smaller players are starting to show better signs of strength. Investors can likely see better returns going into…
Dec 9, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Allegion (ALLE)
John Stone, President and CEO ofAllegion (ALLE), recently bought 7,500 shares. The buy increased his stake by 7%, and came to a total cost of $1,055,246. Stone was the most recent buyer with a 5,000…
Dec 9, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: SentinelOne (S)
Cybersecurity firmSentinelOne (S) is up 10% over the past year, and shares just dropped over 10% last week due to underwhelming guidance. One trader sees shares bouncing higher over the next few…
Dec 9, 2024
This Hardware Trend Shows the AI Play Isn’t Over Yet
While chip stocks have slowed down in recent months, companies continue to invest billions in AI initiatives. That’s seen with a demand in new power sources, plans to build out data centers, and…
Dec 6, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Dick’s Sporting Goods (DKS)
Larry Fitzgerald, a director atDick’s Sporting Goods (DKS), recently bought 230 shares. The buy increased his stake by 2%, and came to a total cost of $49,463. This marks the first insider buy at the…
Dec 6, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Marvell Technology (MRVL)
ChipmakerMarvell Technology (MRVL) soared nearly 25% on Wednesday following boosted guidance for its fourth quarter. One trader is betting shares rallied too far, too fast, and will trend lower in…
Dec 6, 2024
Slow and Steady Can Win the Investment Race
Investors often have a choice that breaks down between growth stocks and value plays. Right now, the soaring demand for AI technology is giving many slow-growth companies some unexpected kickers.…
Dec 5, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Truist Financial (TFC)
William Rogers, CEO and Chairman ofTruist Financial (TFC), recently bought 34,180 shares. The buy increased his stake by 3% and came to a total cost of $1,659,781. Rogers was the last insider to buy…
Dec 5, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Microchip Technology Incorporated (MCHP)
Semiconductor manufacturerMicrochip Technology Incorporated (MCHP) is down 20% over the past year, with shares trending lower since May. One trader sees a rebound in the months ahead. That’s based on…
Dec 5, 2024
Another Play on Today’s Strong Travel Trends
Consumers may be slowing on spending overall, but they continue to reach into their wallets to spend money on experiences such as travel and tourism. That bodes well for a number of subsectors of the…
Dec 4, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Advance Auto Parts (AAP)
Kristen Soler, an EVP atAdvance Auto Parts (AAP), recently bought 1,055 shares across two consecutive days. The buys came to a total cost of $45,509, and increased her stake by 7%. Other company…
Dec 4, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Wix.com LTD (WIX)
Cloud-based software providerWix.com LTD (WIX) is up 111% over the past year. One trader sees the trend continuing higher into the second quarter of 2025. That’s based on the April 17 $260 calls.…
Dec 4, 2024
Luxury Experiences Will Still Drive Consumers In 2025
Recent data suggests that there’s a global slowdown in spending on high-end luxury goods, such as handbags and clothing. However, that trend hasn’t yet worked its way to experiences for higher-income…
Dec 3, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Independent Bank Corp (IBCP)
Gavin Mohr, an EVP atIndependent Bank Corp (IBCP), recently bought 800 shares. The buy increased his stake by 4%, and came to a total cost of $29,369. This marks the first insider buy in over a year,…
Dec 3, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Newmont Mining (NEM)
Gold exploration and production companyNewmont Mining (NEM) is up just 2% over the past year, far lagging gold’s soaring returns of over 27%. One trader sees shares trending higher in the coming…
Dec 3, 2024
This Overlooked AI Play Could Be Ready to Deliver Big Returns Going Forward
The AI trend still has room to run. Companies continue to spend on developing AI programs, and hardware companies are rushing to meet the demand. So are power companies, given the high power…
Dec 2, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Coherent Corp (COHR)
James Anderson, President and CEO ofCoherent Corp (COHR), recently bought 500 shares. The buy increased his position by less than 1%, and came to a total cost of $51,989. Anderson was the last buyer…
Dec 2, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Roblox (RBLX)
Metaverse and gaming platformRoblox (RBLX) is up 26% over the past year, slightly underperforming the overall stock market. One trader sees shares trending higher into next year. That’s based on the…
Dec 2, 2024