15 Best Blue-Chip Stocks with Growing Dividends
Insider Monkey· 2025-12-16 16:03
In this article, we will take a look at some of the best blue-chip stocks to invest in.Dividend stocks have fallen behind the broader market this year as investors have piled into tech and AI names. Still, that doesn’t take away from their long-term value. Kirsten Cabacungan, an investment strategist in the Chief Investment Office at Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank, points out that total return is about more than just share price moves. Dividend income matters too.She noted that dividend-paying sto ...
Stock Market Crash Is Here: How Bad Can It Get?
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-16 16:03
The rotation out of technology is here.Technology stocks, particularly those connected to AI in some shape or form, are the ones that have carried the market in 2025 and even the years before that. However, things AI related are hitting a rough patch as investors are taking profits and rebalancing their portfolios as we enter the last portion of the year.In today's video I am going to discuss my thoughts on the current pullback in the stock market and the direction for the S&P 500 (SPY 0.53%) heading to the ...
13 Investment Must Reads for This Week (Dec. 16, 2025)
Yahoo Finance· 2025-12-16 16:02
You can find original article here WealthManagement. Subscribe to our free daily WealthManagement newsletters. Beyond the Magnificent Seven: Unlocking Value in a Concentrated Stock Market “Periods of market concentration don’t always end in a selloff, but narrow leadership can precede weaker returns. The dot-com bubble is perhaps the clearest example. Between 1997 and 2000, the share of US market capitalization held by the 10 largest stocks surged to 24% from 15%, driven by soaring valuations in technology ...
BTDR INVESTOR NOTICE: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Bitdeer Technologies
TMX Newsfile· 2025-12-16 16:02
Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Bitdeer To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their OptionsIf you purchased or acquired securities in Bitdeer between June 6, 2024 and November 10, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). [You may also click here for additional information]New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - December 16, 202 ...
3 Chemicals Stocks Set to Continue Their Winning Streaks in 2026
ZACKS· 2025-12-16 16:01
Key Takeaways The chemical industry faced weak demand in construction, autos and electronics amid inflation and tariffs.Soft demand in China and Europe, plus trade tariffs, continued to pressure chemical volumes in 2025.Chemical makers are cutting costs and improving efficiency to protect margins heading into 2026.The chemical industry has grappled with a demand slowdown in certain major markets, including consumer durables and building & construction, cautious spending by customers and pockets of inventory ...
Will Refranchising Deals Unlock Coca-Cola's Next Margin Boost?
ZACKS· 2025-12-16 16:01
Key Takeaways KO is shifting to a brand-led franchise system, refranchising bottling operations globally.KO's Q3 2025 operating margin rose 115 bps, currency-neutral margin up 270 bps.Strategic franchise partners and efficiency initiatives are driving system-wide growth and profitability.The Coca-Cola Company (KO) has been aggressively refranchising bottling operations globally, moving from owning many bottlers to focusing on a brand-led, franchise system. The company continues to witness a margin growth tr ...
Walmart & 2 More Blue Chip Retail Stocks to Watch Heading Into 2026
ZACKS· 2025-12-16 16:01
Key Takeaways Walmart gains share across categories with AI, automation and high-margin profit streams.Costco grows sales and EPS with global expansion and a strong membership-driven business model.Lowe's drives growth via Pro services, digital upgrades, and strategic acquisitions like FBM and ADG.Heading into 2026, expectations of more stable economic growth and improving financial conditions are shaping investor strategy. Within this environment, blue-chip retail stocks such as Walmart Inc. (WMT) , Costco ...
Will ANET's Growing Prowess in AI Networking Continue to Drive Growth?
ZACKS· 2025-12-16 16:01
Key Takeaways Arista sees strong traction across its data-driven platforms as AI networking demand accelerates.Collaborations with NVIDIA and an open ecosystem strategy support Arista's broader AI data center push. Arista reaffirms 2025 AI revenue target amid rising AI workloads and interest from cloud and AI titans.Arista Networks, Inc. (ANET) is witnessing solid market traction across its comprehensive data-driven network platforms. The company’s innovation strategy is focused on improving compute capabil ...
iShares MSCI USA Min Vol Factor ETF declares quarterly distribution of $0.3905 (BATS:USMV)
Seeking Alpha· 2025-12-16 16:01
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BASFY Inks MoU to Develop Sustainable Footwear Solutions
ZACKS· 2025-12-16 16:01
Key Takeaways BASF signed an MoU with San Fang and Nichetech to develop sustainable, circular materials for footwear.BASFY and partners launched GRS-certified TPU films with verified recycled content.BASF, San Fang and Nichetech combine expertise to cut carbon emissions and scale recycled materials by 2050.BASF SE (BASFY) partnered with San Fang Chemical Industrial Co., and Nichetech Advanced Materials Co. by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate in the development of sustainable, circu ...