Group 1 - Lithium Americas Corp. (NYSE:LAC) operates lithium deposits and processing facilities, with its main project located at Thacker Pass [2] - Jim Cramer expressed skepticism about investing in LAC, labeling it as too speculative and recommending Albemarle (ALB) as a safer alternative [1][2] - There is acknowledgment of LAC's potential as an investment, but certain AI stocks are considered to offer greater upside potential with less downside risk [3]

After a record-breaking 2025, 2026’s market started off like a rollercoaster. We’re one month in, and there have been seismic movements in both the broader market and the tech sector. Big names like Microsoft are seeing massive volatility, while other AI stocks like Nvidia and Palantir are showing price weakness. Now, it’s no secret that AI stocks were the favorites last year, but as volatility hits, investors often reset their priorities, focusing on income, upside, and positioning ahead of broader mark ...

Albemarle Stock Is Plunging. This Is Why. - Barron'sSkip to Main ContentThis copy is for your personal, non- commercial use only. Distribution and use of this material are governed by our Subscriber Agreement and by copyright law. For non-personal use or to order multiple copies, please contact Dow Jones Reprints at 1-800- 843-0008 or visit www.djreprints.com.# Albemarle Stock Is Plunging. This Is Why.By [Al Root]ShareResize--- ReprintsIn this article[ALB][SPX][DJIA]A lithium-mine worker inspects machinery ...

Rare-earth mining stocks slid after a report suggested the U.S. may rethink price-floor support—but analysts say government backing remains intact. ...

The rare earth sector got a shock Wednesday evening when Reuters reported that the Trump administration is walking back previous promises to guarantee price floors for domestic critical mineral projects.Rare earth and critical minerals stocks cratered on Thursday morning. USAR stock is down. See the chart and price action here. The Reported Policy ChangeAccording to the report, senior administration officials informed industry leaders at a closed-door meeting that future projects must prove “financial indep ...

This is CNBC's Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future editions in your inbox.Happy Tuesday. Today we tell you about the five-year anniversary of the meme stock frenzy, which has me thinking it's finally time to watch "Dumb Money."S&P 500 futures are little changed. The three major indexes are coming off a winning day.Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day:1. DC: The District of CapitalThe New York Stock Exchange welcomes guests of Booz Allen Hamilton to ...

The price of lithium is responding to improving demand and dwindling inventory.Lithium materials company Albemarle (ALB +0.63%) received four analyst price target upgrades this week, ranging from $180 to $210. A cynic would argue that Wall Street is merely catching up with the stock's 125% price rise to around $188 as I write, but more to it than that. The company's fundamentals and end markets are improving, and the good news was enough to send the stock more than 16% higher this week.Analyst upgradesThe a ...

Dividend stocks are my go-to choice for chasing stability, not market-beating returns. These stocks often reward patience, not speed, and with that, they tend to lag the S&P 500. However, sometimes, a few happen to break the mold. Sure, there are many stocks that perform more or less as well as the broad market, but can they do that while maintaining a long record of consistent dividend growth? That’s rare, and it’s what makes certain names stand out. Not because they are flashy, but because they pair per ...

花旗将美国雅保的目标价从150美元上调至180美元，维持"中性"评级。(格隆汇) 花旗上调美国雅保目标价至180美元 Truist大幅上调美国雅保目标价至205美元 相关事件 ...

Group 1 - Truist Securities raised the target price for US-based Yabo from $125 to $205, indicating a significant increase in valuation [1] - The rating for Yabo was upgraded from "Hold" to "Buy," suggesting a more favorable outlook for investors [1]