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Cracker Barrel's recovery may be ‘protracted,' as younger diners stay away, analysts say
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 20:46
Core Viewpoint - The restaurant chain is facing challenges in its rebranding efforts, which have been temporarily hindered according to Bank of America [1] Group 1 - The brand evolution efforts are currently at risk of being stalled [1] - The restaurant chain is dealing with the fallout from its rebranding initiatives [1]
Is AMD in trouble as Nvidia and Intel pair up? Not so fast, analysts say.
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 20:38
Analysts note that even with Nvidia's help, Intel has its challenges. And they see AMD as poised to benefit from an evolving AI landscape. ...
The Fed has no problem with rate cuts — and neither does the stock market
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 19:47
The S&P 500 Index didn't fight the Fed after the U.S. central bank lowered interest rates by a quarter-point on Wednesday. ...
How much money will you get in the Facebook settlement? Here's how class-action suits work.
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 19:22
Core Viewpoint - A variety of sources can assist consumers in identifying lawsuits they may qualify to join [1] Group 1 - Consumers have access to multiple resources for learning about potential lawsuits [1]
Olive Garden sees success with smaller, cheaper portions as diners try to save money
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 17:00
Core Viewpoint - The restaurant is introducing a "lighter portion" section of its menu to attract more customer traffic [1] Group 1 - The initiative aims to drive increased customer engagement and potentially boost sales [1]
Boycott Disney over pulling Jimmy Kimmel? Why the company will likely fare better than Tesla and Bud Light did.
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 16:42
Politically driven boycotts against Tesla, Bud Light and Cracker Barrel have had an impact, but Disney's audience is much larger, possibly making it better positioned to absorb the fallout. ...
Here's how Nike's stock could benefit big from the next World Cup
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 16:26
Core Insights - The company sponsors six top FIFA teams and is projected to see a revenue boost of $1.3 billion due to increased visibility from the World Cup [1] Company Impact - Sponsorship of six top FIFA teams positions the company to leverage significant marketing opportunities during the World Cup [1] - The anticipated revenue increase of $1.3 billion highlights the financial benefits associated with high-profile sports sponsorships [1] Industry Context - The World Cup serves as a major platform for brands to enhance visibility and drive revenue through strategic sponsorships [1] - Companies involved in sports sponsorships can expect substantial returns on investment during global sporting events like the World Cup [1]
A government shutdown is looming. Here's what history says could happen to stocks.
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 16:17
Core Insights - The S&P 500 index has historically performed better during government shutdowns, indicating resilience in the face of political uncertainty [1] Group 1 - The S&P 500 has shown a tendency to increase in value during periods of government shutdowns, contrary to expectations of negative performance [1] - Historical data suggests that the index has often rebounded quickly after shutdowns, reflecting investor confidence [1] - The performance of the S&P 500 during shutdowns may be influenced by underlying economic conditions rather than political events alone [1]
‘This Fed has its head in the sand' — but at least now we know where to invest
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 15:35
Core Viewpoint - The current state of the housing and job markets indicates that the central bank should have implemented more significant interest rate cuts to address economic concerns [1] Group 1: Housing Market - The housing market is showing signs of distress, which may necessitate a more aggressive monetary policy response [1] - Declining home sales and rising mortgage rates are contributing to a slowdown in the housing sector [1] Group 2: Job Market - The job market is also exhibiting weakness, with increasing unemployment claims suggesting potential economic instability [1] - A lack of job growth could further exacerbate challenges in consumer spending and overall economic health [1] Group 3: Central Bank Policy - The central bank's current interest rate strategy may not be sufficient to stimulate the economy given the troubling indicators from both the housing and job markets [1] - There is a growing consensus that more proactive measures are needed to support economic recovery [1]
Billionaire David Tepper is feeling ‘miserable' about stocks, but won't ‘fight the Fed'
MarketWatch· 2025-09-18 15:33
Core Viewpoint - Hedge-fund investor Tepper anticipates that the stock market rally will persist, supported by a few Federal Reserve rate cuts, but warns of potential risks associated with excessive rate reductions [1] Group 1 - Tepper believes that the stock market is likely to continue its upward trend due to expected Federal Reserve rate cuts [1] - The investor expresses concern that too many rate cuts could pose dangers to the market [1]