Archer Aviation has bought itself time in 2025; 2026 will decide how that time gets judged.Archer Aviation (ACHR +3.04%) entered 2025 with momentum. The company strengthened its balance sheet, expanded international testing, and continued advancing its Midnight aircraft toward certification. For a business built around a futuristic idea, those steps mattered.But 2026 marks a transition year. Investors will no longer judge Archer solely on its vision or progress. They will judge it on conversion -- the abili ...

Today, Jan. 6, 2026, institutional buying and a focus on AI-related machine growth helped the nickel miner's shares. NYSE : VALEValeToday's Change( 4.50 %) $ 0.61Current Price$ 14.17Key Data PointsMarket Cap$58BDay's Range$ 13.65 - $ 14.1852wk Range$ 7.48 - $ 14.18Volume61MAvg Vol32MGross Margin34.98 %Dividend Yield1.06 %Vale (VALE +4.50%), a global iron ore and nickel producer, closed Tuesday's session at $14.17, up 4.50%. Vale IPO'd in 2002 and has grown 530% since going public. Trading volume reached 57. ...

The company aims to be an early mover in a potentially transformational opportunity.2025 is finally over, and it's an exciting time for technology investors as they ride the wave of new megatrends like generative artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing. With shares up by almost 200% over the last 12 months, D-Wave Quantum (QBTS +1.80%) has established itself as an early leader. But can the boom continue in 2026? Let's dig deeper to see if the company's fundamentals live up to the hype. Why did D- ...

On Jan. 6, 2026, investors weighed Grab’s AI-fueled delivery push against fresh growth, margin, and funding signals.NASDAQ : GRABGrabToday's Change( 3.54 %) $ 0.18Current Price$ 5.27Key Data PointsMarket Cap$21BDay's Range$ 5.19 - $ 5.3652wk Range$ 3.36 - $ 6.62Volume72MAvg Vol46MGross Margin43.11 %Grab (GRAB +3.54%), a Southeast Asian superapp for rides and deliveries, closed Tuesday at $5.27, up 3.54%. Grab IPO'd in 2020 and has fallen 56% since going public. Trading volume reached 70.7 million shares, ap ...

One pundit tracking the company feels it's been rather adaptable given the challenges of China-U.S. trade these days.Chinese e-commerce stock PDD Holdings (PDD +3.05%) was a winner on Tuesday, rising to close the day 3% higher. That performance, inspired by an analyst's price target hike, was more than good enough to beat the 0.6% rise of the benchmark S&P 500 index. A 21% raiseThat morning, Freedom Capital Markets pundit Roman Lukianchikov pulled the switch on that price target move. He now feels PDD's Ame ...

The AI-driven finance software firm OneStream is being acquired by Hg Capital for $24 per share in cash.On Dec. 16, 2025, Ken Hohenstein, Chief Revenue Officer of OneStream (OS +28.30%), exercised 40,000 options and immediately sold the resulting shares in an open-market transaction, according to a SEC Form 4 filing.Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold40,000Shares sold (direct)40,000Transaction value$688,400Post-transaction shares (direct)990,961Post-transaction shares (indirect)790,279Post-transaction ...

Core Insights - Quantum computing is expected to make significant advancements in 2026, although it will not reach mainstream adoption yet [1] - Companies like Alphabet, Microsoft, Nvidia, and IonQ are positioned to benefit from developments in quantum computing [1][6] Group 1: Alphabet and Microsoft - Alphabet and Microsoft are leading players in quantum computing due to their vast resources and strong cloud computing divisions [2][3] - Both companies aim to develop their own quantum computing hardware to control costs and improve margins when renting out capacity [3] - The competitive landscape will keep both companies engaged in quantum computing, although AI will be the primary driver of their growth in 2026 [6] Group 2: Nvidia - Nvidia is a key player in AI and traditional computing, providing a bridge between quantum computers and supercomputers through its NVQLink technology [7][9] - While Nvidia is not directly developing quantum computing units, its technology supports hybrid systems that could be crucial for future quantum computing applications [10] Group 3: IonQ - IonQ is a pure-play quantum computing startup focused on achieving commercial viability through high accuracy [11] - The company holds a record for two-qubit gate fidelity at 99.99%, significantly higher than competitors, positioning it favorably in the market [12][13] - IonQ's progress in reducing error rates could lead to substantial stock growth if it continues to advance its technology [14]

Several factors helped the space company defy gravity in December.Coming just after Planet Labs' (PL +2.45%) latest satellite launch, December was a good month for the space company's stock. Its price rose by almost 66% across that stretch of time, on news of that launch, in addition to encouraging quarterly results, and positive analyst notes after those figures were published. Twin satellite launchPlanet Labs barreled into December on a high note -- almost literally. On the last business day of the previo ...

Core Viewpoint - Warren Buffett has officially stepped down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, but the company is expected to maintain its investment strategy under Greg Abel's leadership, focusing on high-quality businesses with competitive advantages [1][2]. Group 1: Ally Financial - Ally Financial is a significant holding for Berkshire Hathaway, with 29 million shares representing a 9.4% stake valued at approximately $1.3 billion [4]. - The company has shown resilience, recovering from previous challenges, with shares rising nearly 30% in 2025, outperforming the S&P 500's 16.4% gain [6]. - Analysts forecast earnings of $5.38 per share for 2026, a 44% increase from the 2025 forecast of $3.75, suggesting potential for share price recovery to previous highs [7]. Group 2: Chevron - Chevron appears overvalued at about 20 times forward P/E, compared to competitors like ExxonMobil at 16.9 times [9]. - Despite current pressures from low oil prices, investor optimism remains due to Chevron's cost-cutting plans and potential growth in natural gas power generation for AI data centers [11]. - A rebound in oil prices is anticipated in 2027 and 2028, which could lead to a significant increase in Chevron's stock performance [12]. Group 3: Kraft Heinz - Kraft Heinz represents a 27.5% stake in Berkshire's portfolio, valued at about $7.9 billion, but has faced challenges, including a $5 billion impairment loss [13][14]. - The company plans to split into two entities, separating its slower-growing staple foods business from its faster-growing sauces and seasonings business, which could unlock significant value [15]. - Current trading at 9.5 times forward earnings is low compared to peers in the packaged foods sector, which typically trade at mid-teens P/E ratios, indicating potential for investment [16].

Some companies already are scoring an AI win.Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks have driven double-digit gains in the S&P 500 over the past three years, with names such as Nvidia (NVDA 0.43%), Alphabet, and Palantir Technologies soaring. Investors have piled into these and other companies developing or using AI in an effort to get in on a once-in-a-generation investment opportunity.Why is everyone so excited about AI? Because it could transform the way many things are done -- from scheduling an appointment ...