Everyone thinks cryptocurrency is a such a new technology, however, Bitcoin was introduced 17 years ago with the launch of the “Genesis Block” on Jan. 3, 2009. Since then, that digital currency and the virtual industry as a whole have endured large price swings, hacking scandals and intense critical and criminal attention. Cryptocurrency remains a niche investment option for the average American and one that most investors haven’t taken the time to fully understand. The Hidden Costs of Owning Crypto Al ...

Shares of white nicotine pouch and smoking accessories maker and marketer Turning Point Brands (NYSE: TPB) are down 20% as of 11 a.m. ET this morning after the company released fourth-quarter earnings. During the quarter, Turning Point grew sales by 29% while adjusted earnings per share dipped 3%, with both figures outpacing Wall Street's consensus. However, management guided for adjusted EBITDA to decline 15% sequentially as the company continues its shift away from legacy smoking accessories and Zig-Zags ...

Core Insights - Oil prices experienced a significant increase due to joint military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran, with crude oil rising by 6.2% to approximately $71 per barrel and brent crude increasing by 7.2% to around $78 per barrel [1] Group 1: Market Reactions - The recent price movements are considered "meaningful" but are viewed as a risk premium added to an already tightening seasonal market rather than a structural supply shock [2] - Analysts believe the current conflict is expected to be short-lived, with a duration of up to four weeks as suggested by President Trump's comments [3] Group 2: Price Projections and Risks - Current oil prices remain significantly lower than the triple-digit levels observed at the onset of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022, with a prolonged conflict posing a risk that could push prices above $100 per barrel [4] - Global oil producers, including OPEC+ and U.S. corporations, are preparing to fill the supply gap left by Iran, indicating a proactive approach to stabilize the market [5] Group 3: Supply Dynamics - The U.S. controls Venezuelan oil production, but it cannot compensate for the over 3 million barrels per day produced by Iran, and it would take years for Venezuelan output to reach comparable levels even under optimistic scenarios [6] - Shipping and production infrastructure are at risk if military actions continue, with some analysts predicting that worst-case scenarios could see oil prices exceed $100 per barrel [7] Group 4: Consumer Impact - U.S. consumers are expected to see a slight increase in gas prices, with projections of a rise of 10-30 cents per gallon at typical gas stations over the coming week, reflecting the correlation between oil prices and gas prices [7]

Eagle Capital Management initiated a new position in MercadoLibre (NASDAQ:MELI), acquiring 411,549 shares in the fourth quarter, according to a February 17, 2026, SEC filing. What happened According to an SEC filing dated February 17, 2026, Eagle Capital Management opened a new stake in MercadoLibre, acquiring 411,549 shares. At quarter-end, the position was valued at $828.97 million, reflecting the initial acquisition and changes in share price during the period. What else to know This is a new posit ...

CRISPR Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CRSP) is a company that can potentially help revolutionize healthcare. Its gene-editing therapies can be game changers for patients living with illnesses and conditions that might otherwise be difficult to treat. The company already has a promising approved therapy in Casgevy, which regulators first approved in 2023 to treat patients with sickle cell disease. It has also obtained approval as a treatment for transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia. Will AI create the world's fir ...

The fourth-quarter earnings season continues this week with reports from several major retailers, tech firms and software giants. AVGO stock is moving. See the chart and price action here. Here's a look at the earnings schedule for the week ahead: Monday, Mar. 2After Market Close:Retail investors will be watching AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS) when it reports Q4 results after Monday's closing bell. Wall Street is anticipating quarterly losses of 16 cents per share on revenue of $41.11 million, accordin ...

Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY) is the most valuable healthcare company in the world, as its valuation hovers around $1 trillion. It has generated fantastic gains for investors, rising by more than 400% in just the past five years. Those are terrific returns for a stock that's a fairly safe blue chip investment. But with such impressive gains, you may be wondering whether it's too late to invest in the stock, whether there's still room for it to rise, or if it's due for a correction. Below, I'll look to answer thos ...

Duolingo (NASDAQ: DUOL) has already proven it can scale up. The language-learning platform now serves more than 50 million daily active users and generates over $1 billion in annual revenue. It has transitioned from a high-growth start-up to a profitable subscription business. The next three years won't determine whether Duolingo survives. They will determine what kind of company it becomes. Will it evolve into a durable learning platform powered by artificial intelligence (AI), with expanding margins? Or ...

Big Investing Tips When Looking For Marijuana StocksThe cannabis industry is always working its way uphill when it comes to any form of success. To be more specific, due to the legal landscape in most legal markets, sustaining profitability while staying consistent with quality products is a battle. For example, having the right machinery or setup to produce and expand on new and existing cannabis products continuously.No, some companies have taken the path of forming strategic partnerships to meet the prod ...

For years, UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) stock has been a terrific growth investment. In fact, it looked unstoppable. Not only did it repeatedly grow its dividend, but the stock was amassing some outstanding results along the way. It was looking like the ultimate healthcare stock to own for the long term. But things have changed drastically for UnitedHealth Group within just the past 12 months. Concerns about rising costs and investigations into its billing practices have significantly weighed on its va ...