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Apple Inc.’s new second-generation AirTag is basically a slightly better do-over of the original. At $29 for a single item tracker or $99 for a four-pack, it also costs the same. Upgraders can expect slightly better wireless range, a louder chime and the ability to pinpoint an item’s location with their Apple Watch: no iPhone necessary. Considering the original was released almost five years ago, some Apple fans and techies might have hoped for more.But after a few days of testing, the updated AirTag hasn’t ...

The U.S. Department of Justice filed an appeal on Tuesday in response to a ruling that did not mandate Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOG) subsidiary Google to sell off its Chrome browser or terminate its profitable agreement with Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) as the default search engine on new devices.In a post on X on late Tuesday, the DOJ Antitrust Division announced, "Today, the DOJ Antitrust Division filed notice that it will cross-appeal from the remedies decisions in its case against Google's unla ...

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) reported impressive sales growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, even as overall U.S. smartphone sales increased by only 1% year-over-year (Y/Y).Weak low-end and premium Android sales held back overall growth.Apple’s Record Sales Push Market Share to 69%Apple achieved its best sales quarter, expanding its market share to 69%, while Motorola rose to the #1 spot in the sub-$300 category with its new Moto G 2026 series devices, according to Counterpoint Research.Apple’s market share rea ...

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index moved to the “Fear” zone on Tuesday.U.S. stocks settled lower on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq Composite falling more than 300 points during the session as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East resurfaced.U.S. officials told Reuters that American forces shot down an Iranian drone that approached a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea.Most tech stocks closed in the red, with shares of Microsoft Corp. ( ...

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Core Insights - Walmart has achieved a market valuation of $1 trillion, becoming the first retailer to reach this milestone, with its shares rising nearly 26% over the past year, placing it alongside major tech companies like Nvidia and Alphabet [1] Company Performance - Over the past decade, Walmart's stock has surged 468%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500's 264% gain, attributed to its dual strategy of appealing to both higher-income and lower-income customers [2] - In the last five years, Walmart has expanded its online marketplace to over 500 million items, introduced one-hour delivery, launched Walmart+ to compete with Amazon Prime, and developed a $4 billion advertising business that has improved margins [2] Technological Investments - Walmart has made significant investments in AI, focusing on supply-chain automation to enhance the freshness of produce, speed up deliveries, and improve inventory forecasting, which has contributed to beating US same-store sales estimates for 15 consecutive quarters [3] - The retailer's early and aggressive AI investments have generated investor optimism, particularly as grocery shopping increasingly shifts online [3] Market Position - Walmart captures $1 out of every $4 spent on groceries in the US, positioning itself favorably amid economic challenges faced by low and middle-income households due to inflation and a cooling job market [4] - The company has been recognized as a significant player in the tech sector, being added to the Nasdaq-100 Index, which includes the most valuable non-financial companies [8] Future Outlook - John Furner, the new global CEO, faces the challenge of accelerating technology investments in an AI-driven market while competing against rivals like Amazon, Aldi, and Costco [6] - Analysts predict Walmart could approach a $2 trillion market capitalization in the coming years, driven by its strong performance in food retailing and ongoing technological advancements [11]

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Join our daily newsletter At The Bell to receive exclusive market insightsASX today – The Reserve Bank hiking rates yesterday afternoon will weigh on Australian shares early this morning, with ASX 200 futures suggesting a 40-point retreat is on the way for traders Down Under first up on Wednesday.Listen to the HotCopper podcast for in-depth discussions and insights on all the biggest headlines from throughout the week. On Spotify, Apple, and more.The RBA increased the official cash rate to 3.85%, which is t ...