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American Electric Power looks like a good dividend stock to buy and brings a good combination of dividend payouts and capital appreciation to the table.

Nvidia’s $2 billion strategic investment in CoreWeave is a powerful endorsement of its AI infrastructure model, making CRWV a compelling stock to buy.

Lean hog futures closed with 10 to 75 cent gains on Tuesday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $84.82 on Tuesday afternoon, up $1.57 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was up another 39 cents on Jan 22 at $84.01. USDA’s pork car...

Live cattle futures posted losses on Tuesday, with contracts down 35 to 60 cents at the close. Cash trade has yet to get kicked off this week. It found its footing last week at $233 to $236.50 live and $370 dressed. Feeder cattle futures closed with...

The wheat complex ended the Tuesday session with some strength. Chicago SRW futures were steady to a penny higher in the nearbys. KC HRW futures were up 2 to 3 cents across the front months. MPLS spring wheat was 2 to 3 cents higher at the close. The...

Cotton futures bounced back on the Tuesday session, with contracts up 71 to 86 points across the front months. Crude oil futures were up $1.96 per barrel on the day at $62.56. The US dollar index was down another $1.282 on pressure late in the day to...

Corn futures closed the Tuesday session with contracts down 1 to 2 cents in the front months. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down a 1 ½ cents at $3.90 3/4. USDA reported a private export sale of 110,000 MT of corn to unknown dest...

Soybeans closed Tuesday with contracts 5 to 6 cents higher in the nearbys. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 6 1/4 cents higher at $9.99 1/2. Soymeal futures were down 30 cents to 60 cents higher, with Soy Oil futures 41 to 53 points...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed up +0.41%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.83%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.88%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) rose +0.42%, and M...

GameStop shares extend gains as Michael Burry reveals he’s been buying the meme stock. Insider trades warrant investing in GME shares at current levels as well.

There are multiple other reasons beyond a government shutdown to buy and hold these two ETFs.

These growth stocks have the potential to dramatically outperform if you are willing to bear the risks.

RBC Capital analyst explains why Palantir stock runs the risk of a crash to $50. PLTR insiders have also been unloading shares over the past six months.

A newly published investigative report claims Ubiquiti’s (UI) networking equipment is widely used by Russian forces in Ukraine despite U.S. and EU export restrictions.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) tumbled to a nearly 4-year low on Tuesday and finished down by -0.86%. The dollar retreated on Tuesday and has continued to be undercut as foreign investors pull capital from the US amid political risks. The markets remain...

March WTI crude oil (CLH26 ) on Tuesday closed up +1.76 (+2.90%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH26 ) closed up +0.0444 (+2.42%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rose sharply on Tuesday, with crude oil posting a 3-month high and gasoline climbing to an 8-...

February Nymex natural gas (NGG26 ) on Tuesday closed up by +0.154 (+2.26%). Feb nat-gas prices on Tuesday closed higher, but remained below Monday's 3.25-year high. Long liquidation pressures took nat-gas prices off their best levels on Tuesday as...

The U.S. long bond futures and the TLT ETF have remained within their trading ranges since the October 2023 low. While short-term rates have declined, longer-term interest rates remain elevated in late January 2026.

UnitedHealth stock crashes as the insurer offers disappointing guidance for 2026, but a recent CMS update suggests UNH shares aren’t worth buying on the dip.

March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26 ) on Tuesday closed up +0.04 (+0.27%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26 ) closed down -1.00 (-0.24%). Sugar prices settled mixed on Tuesday, with London sugar falling to a 2.5-month low. NY sugar recovered...

SoFi Technologies continues to attract investors with its innovative approach to digital banking, though its upcoming Friday earnings report introduces uncertainty that could influence short-term stock performance.

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) on Tuesday closed up +85 (+1.95%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) closed up +13 (+0.42%). Cocoa prices moved higher on Tuesday as a plunge in the dollar index (DXY00 ) to a nearly 4-year low has sparked short cover...

March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Tuesday closed up +11.00 (+3.09%), and March ICE robusta coffee (RMH26 ) closed up +78 (+1.86%). Coffee prices settled sharply higher on Tuesday, with arabica coffee posting a 2-week high, as strength in the Brazilian...

Pinterest stock sells off as the company announced layoffs and plans of downsizing office space to reinvest in AI. Here’s why long-term investors should consider buying PINS shares on the pullback.

With gold and silver soaring on blistering demand, it’s tempting to jump aboard with NEM stock. Here’s what you need to know before taking the plunge.

Raytheon reported strong free cash flow (FCF) for Q4 and the full year. Moreover, it projected strong FCF for 2026. Based on this, RTX could be worth 10% more. Buying long-dated call options could work for investors.

Soybeans are trading with 5 to 6 cents higher on Tuesday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is 5 1/2 cents higher at $9.98 3/4. Soymeal futures are down holding steady at midday, with Soy Oil futures 55 to 60 points higher. Brazil soybea...

Cotton futures are rallying back on Tuesday with contracts up 65 to 76 points at midday, getting some outside market help. Crude oil futures are up $1.52 per barrel at midday at $62.14. The US dollar index is down another $0.717 to $96.140. The Mond...

Live cattle futures are 22 to 55 cents lower in the front months on Tuesday. Cash trade has yet to get kicked off this week. It found its footing last week at $233 to $236.50 live and $370 dressed. Feeder cattle futures are slipping back 40 to 50 cen...

The wheat complex is mixed at Tuesday’s midday. Chicago SRW futures are fractionally mixed at midday. KC HRW futures are up 1 to 2 cents in the nearbys. MPLS spring wheat is showing steady to fractionally lower trade. After premium was taken out on M...

Lean hog futures are posting gains of a tick to 55 cents across the front months on Tuesday. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Tuesday morning due to low volume. The CME Lean Hog Index was up another 39 cents on Jan 22 at $84.01. US...

Corn futures are trading with fractional to penny losses across the front months on Tuesday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is down a penny at $3.90 1/4. USDA reported a private export sale of 110,000 MT of corn to unknown destinatio...

While SoFi’s share price has retreated ahead of its Q4 earnings report, the company continues to execute well, delivering robust revenue growth.

Apple stock has lagged behind the broader market over the past year, while analysts are moderately bullish about its prospects.

March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26 ) today is up +0.14 (+0.95%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26 ) is up +1.10 (+0.27%). Sugar prices are pushing higher today as a rally in the Brazilian real (^USDBRL ) to a 20-month high has sparked short co...

Amazon faces another round of layoffs as it reins in costs, even while pouring billions into AI and cloud infrastructure ahead of earnings.

The Wisconsin-based omnichannel retailer entered into a multifaceted joint venture with WHP Global, which allows Lands’ End to maintain control of its operations while strengthening its balance sheet. Is it too good to be true for the troubled compan...

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) today is up +68 (+1.56%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) is up +5 (+0.16%). Cocoa prices are moving higher today as a plunge in the dollar index (DXY00 ) to a 4.25-month low has sparked short covering in cocoa futu...

Starbucks fans should look out for Jan. 29, a day after the company posts its Q1 2026 results.

Meta’s core business remains strong, led by user growth, engagement, and strong advertising demand.

March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) today is +11.60 (+3.26%), and March ICE robusta coffee (RMH26 ) is up +104 (+2.48%). Coffee prices are sharply higher today, with arabica coffee posting a 2-week high. Strength in the Brazilian real is lifting coffee pr...

The Brazilian fintech company is purportedly set to trade from Jan. 29.

March WTI crude oil (CLH26 ) today is up +1.11 (+1.83%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH26 ) is up +0.0142 (+0.77%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are climbing today, with crude oil posting a 1.5-week high. Today's slump in the dollar index (DXY00 ) to...

As Cisco Systems has outperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook about the stock’s prospects.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.47%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.84%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.87%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are up +0.48%, and March E-mini Nas...

Meta’s heavy AI capex weighs on near-term earnings, but one analyst argues it’s building a demand engine the market still underestimates.

Sandisk's short squeeze may be on ice for now, and one of its competitors appears to be much better positioned.

Winter storm Fern has pushed natural gas prices up sharply to over $6.4, but technicals suggest a continued increase to about $7.23 is plausible.

Tesla is scheduled to release its Q4 earnings later this week. Should you buy the stock ahead of the report?

Buffett says getting caught up in events and market cycles is a great way to lose money, instead opting for simply investing in great businesses and holding for the long term.

Although Comcast Corporation has considerably underperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook about the stock’s prospects.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) slid to a 4.25-month low today and is down 0.79%. The dollar continued to be undercut by speculation that the US might coordinate FX intervention with Japan to boost the yen, which would dovetail with Mr. Trump's apparent vi...

While Starbucks has underperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook about the stock’s prospects.

Applied Materials' stock offers upside potential, according to this investment firm.

Although Palantir Technologies has significantly outperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks, Wall Street analysts maintain a cautious outlook about the stock’s prospects.

With an expensive bidding war hanging like a cloud over Netflix stock, not to mention its 200-day moving average, investors need to wait for clear signs before diving into this name.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.22%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.64%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.44%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are up +0.22%, and March E-mini Nas...

This rare earths stock could be the next company to sign a multi-billion-dollar deal with the U.S. government as Greenland enters the spotlight.

Tesla’s robotaxi hype meets reality checks, boosting interest in GOOGL and AMZN as long-term autonomous growth plays.

Oracle is ramping up its AI ambitions. But Morgan Stanley’s analyst just slashed its price target, warning heavy infrastructure spending could pressure earnings and cap near-term growth.

Seagate Technology (STX) is trading at new all-time highs on Tuesday. Shares are up more than 230% over the past 52 weeks. STX maintains a 100% “Buy” technical opinion from Barchart. Seagate has benefitted massively from AI-driven demand for memory a...

AI demand is fueling SanDisk’s rally, and with the company set to release its Q2 numbers this week, the market will be watching closely.

Top tech companies like Alibaba and ByteDance have been told they can prepare for H200 orders.

Bank of America has underperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Alphabet has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Warner Bros. Discovery has considerably outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are cautiously optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Here’s where analysts stand on EV giant Tesla’s stock.

Intel has significantly outperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are cautious about the stock’s prospects.

Amazon.com has underperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Live cattle futures saw gains on Monday, with contracts closing $1 to $1.25 higher. Open interest was down 948 contracts on Monday. Cash trade found its footing last week at $233 to $236.50 live and $370 dressed. Feeder cattle futures closed the Mond...

Cotton prices are 30 to 35 points higher so far on Tuesday morning. Futures fell back 67 to 85 points across most contracts on Monday. Crude oil futures are down 24 cents per barrel at $60.83. The US dollar index was down another $0.539 to $96.865....

Lean hog futures closed Monday trade with contracts 55 to 70 cents higher, as February was down a nickel. Open interest was down 1,590 contracts in the February contract, with others showing new buying interest, up a combined 6,278. USDA’s national b...

Soybeans are trading with gains of 2 to 3 cents so far on Tuesday morning. Futures posted losses of 5 to 6 cents in the front months on Monday. Open interest was up 4,726 contracts, suggesting new selling interest. The cmdtyView national average Cash...

Wheat is starting off Tuesday with mixed action, as the soft wheat contracts are higher. The wheat complex saw weakness across the three markets on Monday. Chicago SRW futures were down 6 to 7 cents in the front months at the close. Open interest was...

Corn prices are trading with gains of a penny across most front months to start Tuesday trade. Futures posted losses of 1 to 2 ¼ cents on Monday, fading back from the Friday gains. Preliminary open interest was down 2,400 contracts, as March was down...