CONCLUDED Stock Market News From Oct. 24, 2025: Dow Tops 47,000 After CPI Inflation Report Last Updated: 9 hours ago Stock Futures Pop After Cooler-Than-Expected Inflation Report By Connor Smith Stock futures rallied on Friday after the consumer price index for September came in cooler than expected. The headline CPI rose at a 0.3% monthly rate and a 3% annual rate. The consensus among economists polled by FactSet called for a 0.4% monthly increase and a 3.1% annual rate. The core CPI, which excludes volati ...

Core Viewpoint - A lawsuit has been filed against Molina Healthcare, Inc. and certain senior executives for potential violations of federal securities laws, with claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 [1][2]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - Investors have until December 2, 2025, to request to lead the case, which is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California [2]. - The case is titled Hindlemann v. Molina Healthcare, Inc., et al., No. 25-cv-9461 [2]. Group 2: Company Background - Molina Healthcare is a health insurance company providing managed healthcare services to low-income individuals under Medicaid and Medicare programs [3]. - The company previously claimed a "solid" earnings growth profile heading into 2025 and stated it was monitoring utilization patterns to mitigate healthcare cost inflation [3]. Group 3: Financial Performance and Stock Impact - On July 7, 2025, Molina reported Q2 2025 adjusted earnings of approximately $5.50 per share, which was below prior expectations due to medical cost pressures across all business lines [4]. - The company cut its guidance for expected adjusted earnings per share by 10.2% to a range of $21.50 to $22.50 per share [4]. - Following further revelations on July 23, 2025, regarding a challenging medical cost trend environment, Molina's stock price fell by $32.03, or 16.8%, from $190.25 to $158.22 per share [4].

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Core Viewpoint - The current discourse around an AI bubble should be embraced as it presents investment opportunities, particularly in closed-end funds (CEFs) that yield around 8% [3][4] Group 1: Investment Opportunities - The Virtus Artificial Intelligence & Technology Opportunities Fund (AIO) offers a 7.7% yield and holds significant AI companies like Meta Platforms, NVIDIA, Oracle, and Microsoft [4] - AIO is trading at a 6.7% discount to its net asset value (NAV), indicating it is undervalued despite the high performance of its underlying assets [5] - The fund is expected to benefit as CEF investors gradually recognize its value, leading to price appreciation while providing monthly dividends [3][14] Group 2: Economic Context - Concerns about an AI bubble stem from historical experiences with past market bubbles, but current economic indicators suggest stability [7][9] - AI investment is contributing to GDP growth, but it is not the sole driver; estimates suggest a 1.1% growth without AI investment [8][9] - Delinquency rates on credit cards are lower than in previous decades, indicating a healthier economic environment [9] Group 3: Market Sentiment and Future Outlook - The perception of AI as a job threat is not supported by data, as the share of workers exposed to AI has remained stable [11][12] - If AI fails to meet expectations, it could lead to a selloff in AI stocks, including major players like Google and NVIDIA, which would also impact AIO [12][13] - AIO's sensitivity to market sentiment means it could become even cheaper during a selloff, presenting a potential buying opportunity [16]

Good morning. Intel, once the world’s leading chipmaker, has struggled in recent years to keep pace with the rise of artificial intelligence computing. Under new CEO Lip‑Bu Tan, and bolstered by government and private investment, the tech company is pursuing an ambitious turnaround.“We took meaningful steps this quarter to strengthen our balance sheet, including accelerated funding from the U.S. government and investments by  Nvidia  and  SoftBank  Group that increase our operational flexibility and demonst ...

(Reuters) -Global equity funds attracted the largest weekly inflow in three weeks in the week through October 22 as signs of easing trade tensions between the United States and China, and strong earnings from some top U.S. companies, boosted risk sentiment. Investors acquired a net $11.03 billion worth of global equity funds during the week, the most for a week since October 1, data from LSEG Lipper showed. Hopes of progress on a potential U.S.-China trade deal during a potential meeting between U.S. Pre ...

Core Viewpoint - A significant boardroom shake-up at Novo Nordisk has granted unprecedented power to its primary shareholder, the Novo Nordisk Foundation, causing concern among investors despite demands for stronger leadership at the company known for its weight-loss treatment Wegovy [1] Group 1 - The Novo Nordisk Foundation has gained unprecedented influence over the company's operations following the recent board changes [1] - Investors are expressing unease regarding the implications of this shift in power within the company [1] - There are ongoing calls for enhanced leadership at Novo Nordisk, particularly in light of its role in the weight-loss treatment market [1]

Group 1 - Consumer prices increased by 3% year-over-year, surpassing the previous month's increase of 2.9% [1] - The rise in consumer prices was slightly below economists' expectations of a 3.1% increase [1]

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Beverly Hills, California-based Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (LYV) operates as a live entertainment company worldwide. Valued at $36.6 billion by market cap, the company produces live concerts, sells tickets to those events over the Internet, and offers ticketing services for leading arenas, stadiums, professional sports franchises and leagues, college sports teams, performing arts venues, museums, and theaters. The leading live entertainment company is expected to announce its fiscal third-quarter earn ...