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5 Stocks to Buy on S&P 500's 16th Record Closing High of the Year
ZACKS· 2025-08-13 12:51
Market Overview - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached new record highs, with the S&P 500 closing at 6,445.76 points, marking its 16th record close of the year [4][11] - The recent rally was fueled by lower-than-expected inflation data, which raised hopes for a potential rate cut in September [5][7] Economic Indicators - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.2% in July, lower than the expected 0.3% increase, and year-over-year CPI rose 2.7%, also below the consensus estimate of 2.8% [5] - Core CPI, excluding food and energy, increased by 0.3% in July, aligning with expectations, while year-over-year core CPI rose 3.1%, slightly above the anticipated 3% [6] Investor Sentiment - There is a growing optimism among investors regarding rate cuts, with a 94% chance of a 25-basis point cut in September, up from 85% prior to the CPI report [7][11] - The S&P 500 has rebounded significantly after nearing bear market territory in April, gaining 2.8% in the past month and 9.6% year-to-date [9] Investment Opportunities - Recommended S&P 500 stocks with strong growth potential for 2025 include: - **Adobe Inc. (ADBE)**: Expected earnings growth rate of 12% for the current year, Zacks Rank 2 [12] - **Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)**: Expected earnings growth rate of 12.3%, Zacks Rank 2 [14] - **Broadcom Inc. (AVGO)**: Expected earnings growth rate of 36.1%, Zacks Rank 2 [16] - **Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI)**: Expected earnings growth rate of 16%, Zacks Rank 2 [18] - **Arista Networks, Inc. (ANET)**: Expected earnings growth rate of 23.8%, Zacks Rank 1 [20]
KGC's Low Leverage Edge: Is Bigger Shareholder Value Awaiting?
ZACKS· 2025-08-13 12:51
Key Takeaways Kinross Gold improved net debt position to $100 million in Q2 from $540 million in Q1.Free cash flow jumped 87% year over year in Q2 on strong gold prices and operations.KGC shares have risen 108.5% YTD, outpacing the industry's 72.2% gain.Kinross Gold Corporation (KGC) remains committed to improving its leverage profile, thanks to strong free cash flow generation. It repaid $800 million of debt during 2024 and the remaining $200 million of its term loan in the first quarter of 2025. Moreover, ...
NWTN Inc. Announces Results of Its Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on August 12, 2025
Prnewswire· 2025-08-13 12:50
DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- NWTN Inc. (Nasdaq: NWTN) (the "Company"), a Nasdaq-listed company headquartered in the UAE, today announced the results of its extraordinary general meeting of shareholders (the "Extraordinary General Meeting") held on August 12, 2025 at 3 p.m., Dubai local time.At the Extraordinary General Meeting, the shareholders of the Company adopted the following resolutions: (i) a special resolution to change the Company's name from "NWTN Inc." to "Robo.ai Inc.", (ii) an ordi ...
Nano One advances US lithium-ion supply chain in Q2
Proactiveinvestors NA· 2025-08-13 12:48
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Contango Ore Gears Up to Report Q2 Earnings: What to Expect?
ZACKS· 2025-08-13 12:45
Key Takeaways CTGO expects Q2 loss of $0.01 per share, improving from $1.90 loss a year ago.Peak Gold JV delivered 17,764 ounces to CTGO, generating $58.16M in gold sales.AISC rose to $1,548 per ounce sequentially due to capital spending and exploration drilling.Contango Ore, Inc. (CTGO) is anticipated to witness a loss when it reports second-quarter 2025 results. The Zacks Consensus Estimate is at a loss of one cent per share. The consensus mark has remained unchanged in the past 60 days. The projected los ...
Buy MSFT Amid Double-Digit Short-Term Upside on AI and Cloud Strength
ZACKS· 2025-08-13 12:45
Key Takeaways Microsoft's Q4 FY25 beat estimates across all metrics, underscoring AI and cloud leadership.Azure grew 34% to $75B annual revenue, expanding to 400+ datacenters in 70 global regions.Azure holds 20 to 24% global market share despite facing stiff competition in AI cloud computing space.Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) has been capitalizing on artificial intelligence (AI) business momentum and Copilot adoption alongside accelerating Azure cloud infrastructure expansion. Strong Office 365 Commercial demand ...
Is SOFI Stock's 150% Rally Just The Beginning?
Forbes· 2025-08-13 12:45
CANADA - 2025/02/12: In this photo illustration, the SoFi Technologies, Inc. logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen. (Photo Illustration by Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Just last month, we talked about how SoFi stock could climb toward $30 levels. Fast forward a few weeks, and the stock is now trading near $24 – an impressive 2.5x increase from its April lows of below $10. Although crypto trading announcements first ignited this rally ...
How United Airlines Could Be The Biggest Winner From Spirit's Crisis
Forbes· 2025-08-13 12:45
Core Viewpoint - The airline industry is experiencing a surge in stock prices following Spirit Airlines' "going-concern" warning, raising concerns about its operational sustainability, which could benefit major carriers like United Airlines [2][3][6]. Company-Specific Insights - Spirit Airlines reported a net loss of $245.8 million for Q2, up from $192.9 million the previous year, due to low leisure travel demand and high capacity leading to pricing pressure [3][5]. - United Airlines could significantly benefit if Spirit exits the market, potentially leasing Spirit's gates at Fort Lauderdale and Los Angeles airports, enhancing its competitive position in Florida and Latin American routes [3][6][7]. Industry-Wide Impact - The potential exit of Spirit Airlines could reduce pricing pressure across the industry, allowing remaining airlines to raise fares on routes previously served by Spirit [4][6]. - The redistribution of Spirit's 2-3% domestic market share among remaining airlines could lead to legacy carriers attracting premium travelers while low-cost airlines capture price-sensitive customers [7]. - Other airlines may acquire Spirit's valuable assets, including its Airbus A320 fleet and airport slots, potentially at lower prices [7].
Apple Q3: Clearer Signs Of Long-Term Weakness Emerge
Seeking Alpha· 2025-08-13 12:45
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL ) seems to have had a "better than expected" quarter, per CEO and Director Tim Cook, but a closer look at the numbers in the right context continues to show signs of weakness. This article breaks itI have been a keen student of the markets for several years now. I love studying how companies grow over time, what value they deliver to their stakeholders, and projecting long-term value as an investment opportunity. I work as a content professional for a software company, but my passio ...
Canada One Provides Review of Exploration at Friday Creek Zone, Copper Dome Project
Newsfile· 2025-08-13 12:38
Core Insights - Canada One Mining Corp. is advancing exploration at the Friday Creek Zone of its Copper Dome Project, leveraging a newly acquired five-year drill permit to enhance mineralization assessment and drill-target definition [3][4][24]. Exploration Highlights - The Friday Creek Zone is characterized as a high-grade copper, gold, platinum, and palladium area, with significant mineralization identified through rock and mobile metal ion (MMI) sampling [6][11]. - Two multi-element features were identified: the first measures approximately 450m by 400m, showing anomalous levels of copper, gold, silver, lead, zinc, and cobalt; the second is smaller at 250m by 110m, with anomalies in copper, gold, molybdenum, and cobalt [7][8][11]. Sampling Results - Rock sampling at the Friday Creek Prospect returned notable values, including a best sample with 10.65% copper, 4.89 g/t gold, and 10.4 g/t palladium; additional samples showed gold values ranging from 0.66 to 4.89 g/t, palladium from 4.6 to 10.5 g/t, and copper from 0.8 to 10.07% [9][11][18]. - The Ilk Showing, located 800 meters south-southeast of the Friday Creek Prospect, has shown promising mineralization with historical samples indicating up to 28.06% copper and 18.5 g/t gold [12][14]. Project Overview - The Copper Dome Project is strategically located adjacent to the producing Copper Mountain Mine, with historical drilling confirming high-grade copper presence [4][24]. - The project benefits from excellent infrastructure, allowing for year-round access and low-cost exploration, which is crucial for resource development [24][25]. Future Plans - Canada One plans to conduct further infill sampling and geophysical work to connect the Friday Creek Prospect with the Norma Showing, potentially creating a strike length of over 1200m [16][17].