[Music] We've got the major indexes sitting near record highs, even the small cap Russell 2000. The S&P 500 alone has added add added $16 trillion in market cap since the April lows. And meanwhile, the Fed is cutting again.And earning season is about to start, but one of the biggest supports for stocks is fading right now, the stock buyback bid. And that's what we're digging into on today's stocks in translation. First, a quick definition.A stock buyback or repurchase is when a company uses cash to buy its ...

Jimmy Kimmel Alive is back on ABC, but broadcast network owners Sinclair and NextStar have both refused to air the show on their ABC affiliate networks. The boycott sparking analysis that Disney could maybe divest from its linear TV business. Laura Martin from Needam, for example, argued that Disney should shut down ABC entirely.Joining me now with an investor playbook for media stocks is Rich Greenfield Lightshed Partners partner and media and technology analyst. There is a lot to weigh as a result of this ...

Hello and welcome to Asking for a Trend. I'm Josh Lipton and for the next half hour, we are breaking down the trends of today that'll move stocks tomorrow. There's a lot to keep track of, so we're focusing on what you need to know to get ahead of the curve. Here's some of the trends we're going to be diving into.The major averages snapping a three session losing streak, ending the week up for Wall Street. the end of the session. All major indices ending the day higher.Everyone wants AI growth, but can they ...

[Music] That's the closing bell on Wall Street and now it's market domination overtime. We're giving you full coverage of all the moves to get you up to speed on the action from today's trade. Guy who finances Jared Blickery joining us here to break it all down.Jared, thank you Josh. Nice comeback Friday. We're seeing a lot of green on our screen here at least in terms of the major averages.We'll start with the NASDAQ up about 100 points or 4/10en of 1%. Here's the day's price action. We had a little green, ...

Are we in a market bubble. Well, it depends on who you ask. At the moment, AI is the hot trade.Stocks have surged and some valuations look a bit stretched. A bubble happens when prices rise way above what something is actually worth. That's fueled by hype, speculation, maybe even a little bit of FOMO.Everyone piles in until reality hits and the bubble bursts. Think the dot boom. Huge gains, little earnings, and a big old crash that followed.But there are reasons that people think this rally still has legs. ...

The NFL's latest MVP isn't a player — it's Microsoft's (MSFT) latest technology. This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano has a one-on-one conversation with Microsoft's head of strategic partnerships, Monica Robbins. Robbins discusses the company's Sideline Viewing System (SVS), which is shaping the way NFL coaches and analysts access real-time game data. Pompliano also sits down with Roger Federer's longtime agent of 20 years, Tony Godsick, to discuss the tennis star's departure from Ni ...

Welcome to Market Catalyst. I'm Julie Hyman. We are 30 minutes into the US trading day. Let's get to the three market catalyst we're watching this hour. First up, the Fed's preferred inflation gauge matching estimates. Core PCE holding at 2.9% in August. This could be one of the last pieces of economic data though before the October Fed meeting because of the potential shutdown. Plus, we're getting a fresh read on the consumer with consumer sentiment data and positioning your portfolio in times of uncertain ...

Student Financial Aid (FAFSA) - FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is crucial for federal, state, and institutional financial aid, including scholarships and loans [5][6] - The FAFSA for the 2026-2027 school year is already available [3][7] - Completing FAFSA early provides an estimate of federal financial aid eligibility and allows focus on other college planning tasks [8][9] - Some institutional aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, emphasizing the importance of early submission [10] - To start, students and at least one parent (if the student is dependent) need to create an account at studentaid.gov using their social security number and personal information [12][13] - It's crucial to use a personal email address for the studentaid.gov account, not a work or school email, as it will be a lifelong account [16][17] - Changes to asset information: Businesses or farms with 100 or fewer employees no longer need to include those assets [19] - Parents will be limited to borrowing $20,000 per year per student for a total of $65,000 per student [21] Credit Cards - American Express Platinum card's annual fee increased from $695 to $895, but offers over $3,500 in potential annual value through perks [25][26] - The Amex Platinum card offers benefits like up to $600 in annual hotel credit, up to $400 in annual Resy dining credit, and up to $300 in annual digital entertainment credit [26] - The Capital One Venture X card offers a more cost-effective option with a lower annual fee and straightforward travel benefits, including a $300 Capital One travel credit and 10,000 anniversary miles [31][32] Mortgages - Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) are regaining popularity as buyers seek lower rates [35] - Current ARM rates are around 5.8% for a 7 or 10-year period, compared to 6.3%-6.4% for 30-year fixed rates [37][38] - ARM market share reached a post-crisis high of approximately 13% recently, before falling back to 9% [39] - Today's ARMs adjust every 6 months or a year, unlike the monthly adjustments seen before the 2008 crisis [41] - ARMs are tied to SOFR (Secured Overnight Financing Rate), which is closely linked to the federal funds rate [44] Pet Insurance - The average annual premium for accident-only pet insurance coverage in 2023 was about $116 for cats and $204 for dogs [48] - Accident and illness plans are common and offer a wide range of coverage, including accidents, injuries, illnesses, and chronic conditions [57][58] - A wellness plan can be added to pet insurance for preventative care, visits to the vet, and vaccines [58] Retirement Planning - If a company suspends 401k matching, individuals can gradually increase their own contributions or adjust their retirement plan [63][64] - For 2025, the regular 401k contribution limit is $23,000, with an additional $7,500 catch-up contribution for those 50 and older, bringing the total to $30,500 [65][66] - Starting next year, individuals with wages of $145,000 or more must make all catch-up contributions to a Roth 401k [68]

Retail Investor Behavior - Retail investors demonstrated market acumen by buying at the April low, preceding a 30% market increase [1] - Retail investors are increasingly engaged in market research and education, dispelling the stereotype of uninformed traders [2] - Demand for financial advice among retail investors has risen this year [3] Investment Platform Trends - Investment platforms are providing approximately 35 hours of weekly coaching on investing and trading, with record levels of consumption [3]

Market Trends & Dynamics - Major indices initially showed upward momentum but faced downward pressure from NASDAQ, with the Dow up approximately 04% [3] - S&P 500 is up over 2% this month, defying typical weaker September trends [4][10] - New tariffs on imported goods, including 100% on some drugs, 50% on kitchen cabinets, 30% on upholstered furniture, and 25% on big trucks, are set to take effect [11] - The market is closely watching whether long-run earnings per share can meet embedded expectations, differentiating current momentum from past bubbles [18] Company Performance & Analysis - Costco stock trended lower, down nearly 4% at the open, despite prior optimism, and JP Morgan cut its price target to $150 from $1,160 [5][6] - Costco's year-to-date performance has struggled, down more than 1%, contrasting with Walmart's over 10% increase [7] - Bettercom shares surged nearly 75% in a week, driven by retail investor interest, with the company projecting profitability by Q3 2026 [33][34] - Bettercom aims to achieve 10% market share in a revitalized housing market, leveraging AI to offer lower prices and faster closing times [40][41] Sector Analysis & Opportunities - Healthcare sector (XLV) has underperformed, up only 2% over the last two years compared to technology and communication services, which are up over 66% [25][26] - Small-cap energy sector shows potential for growth, with Invesco S&P Small Cap 600 Energy Sector ETF (PSCE) displaying improving price and power ratings [29] Economic Factors & Fed Policy - PCE inflation rose slightly to 27% year-over-year in August, compared to 26% in July, potentially keeping the door open for another rate cut in October [10] - Cooler-than-expected PCE numbers have increased the likelihood of October and December rate cuts [31] - Potential Fed rate cuts could significantly increase the number of consumers eligible for refinancing, potentially boosting Bettercom's revenue [42][43]