Market Overview - The stock market experienced significant volatility and losses due to the Iran war, with oil prices surging and raising global economic concerns [1] - The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 3% last week, marking its worst performance in 11 months, while the small-cap Russell 2000 dropped 2.33% to a two-month low [1] - The S&P 500 index decreased by 2% and the Nasdaq composite by 1.2%, with the Nasdaq closing at its lowest level of 2026 [1] Oil Market Impact - U.S. crude oil futures surged 35.6% to $90.90 per barrel, the highest weekly gain since 1983, while U.S. natural gas futures increased by 11.4% [1] - European natural gas prices skyrocketed by 67%, significantly impacting fertilizer production [1] - U.S. gasoline futures rose by 20.2%, indicating a forthcoming increase in pump prices [1] Key Stocks and ETFs - Palantir Technologies stock rose 15.6% to 157.16, benefiting from a rebound in software and defense sectors [2] - General Dynamics stock increased by 1.8% to 363.49, approaching a buy point of 369.70 [2] - Broadcom stock gained 3.4% to 330.45, rebounding above its 200-day moving average [2] - The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV) increased by 7.75%, while the VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF (SMH) fell by 6.35% [1] Sector Performance - Defense and energy stocks generally performed well, while airlines suffered due to disrupted flights and rising fuel costs [1] - The software sector continued to rebound, supported by positive earnings reports [1] - The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) rose significantly, indicating increased market uncertainty [1]

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Key TakeawaysUAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed warns Iran that the nation's prosperity should not be mistaken for weakness, as Iranian missile and drone strikes continue to target the Gulf.US and Japan are negotiating a $13 billion Japan Display (6740) plant as part of a massive $550 billion investment package aimed at securing critical supply chains.US "drone-killer" counter-UAS technology is scheduled to arrive in the Middle East within a week to defend against ongoing Iranian aerial aggressions.Ata ...

CNN's Clarissa Ward shows the aftermath of an Iranian missile strike on a base of Iranian Kurdish militias in Iraq's Kurdistan.The CIA is working to arm Iranian Kurdish forces with the aim of fomenting a popular uprising in Iran, multiple people familiar with the plan told CNN this week.Follow live updates: https://t.co/dP9Lkg0Ra4 ...

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Good morning. Why would a profitable, fast-growing fintech cut nearly half its staff?That’s the question swirling around Block after CEO Jack Dorsey announced plans to lay off 4,000 employees, about 40% of the company, just as the parent of Square and Cash App reported Q4 gross profit of $2.9 billion, up 24% year over year. I sat down with Block CFO and COO Amrita Ahuja, who said the move isn’t about trouble or “bloat,” but about how far the company has gone in reshaping its workforce around artificial inte ...

This story was originally published on CFO.com. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily CFO.com newsletter. Dan Janki | Delta Delta Air Lines CFO Dan Janki will be moving into the chief operating officer role. Janki has been the finance chief since July 2021, when he joined the airline after a 29-year career at GE. Erik Snell was named as Janki’s successor. Snell has worked at Delta for the last 20 years and was most recently executive vice president and chief customer experience of ...

Ukraine’s engineers have churned out tens of thousands of flying, floating and crawling drones that have proven deadly on the battlefield.Now, a new startup plans to begin building this technology outside Ukraine to help rearm Europe and the United States as they prepare for the future of war.Read the full story: https://t.co/TZWP4ZrMB3 ...

Core Insights - The article discusses the impact of AI on the software industry, particularly focusing on Adobe and the potential risks it faces as AI technology advances [1][2][3] - It emphasizes the importance of price in determining investment strategies, suggesting that investors should focus on price movements rather than solely on company fundamentals [8][9][10] Group 1: AI Impact on Companies - AI advancements could potentially render digital design roles obsolete, threatening Adobe's business model if it does not adapt [2][3] - Companies that are purely digital, such as software and fintech apps, are facing significant challenges, while those with physical products, like manufacturers and energy providers, are gaining a competitive edge [4][25] - A list of companies that have suffered significant declines due to the shift away from digital AI includes Adobe, Salesforce, and HubSpot, all down more than 30% in 2026 [25][26] Group 2: Investment Strategies - The article introduces "stage analysis" as a method to determine the current phase of a stock, focusing on price movements to identify potential investment opportunities [10][18] - Investors are encouraged to look for stocks that have been consolidating in a tight range and to watch for breakouts on strong volume as indicators of potential Stage-2 advances [20][22] - A systematic breakout screener has been developed to help identify stocks poised for significant price movements, enhancing the ability to navigate the market effectively [22][23] Group 3: Potential Winners and Losers - Recent winners in the market include companies like SanDisk and Moderna, which have benefited from the current AI spending trends [26][27] - Companies with strong physical moats and direct revenue tailwinds from AI spending include Taiwan Semiconductor and Constellation Energy, which are positioned well for future growth [29]

Gaxos.ai (GXAI) shares ripped higher on March 5 after the artificial intelligence (AI) drone firm said it has secured a new military contract from the U.S. Navy. This licensing deal involving Gaxos.ai affiliate America First Defense centers on its “Detachable Drone Hijacker,” which taps on cyber-operations to neutralize hostile drones. More News from Barchart Despite an explosive rally on Thursday, GXAI stock remains down more than 5% versus its year-to-date high. www.barchart.com What the Navy Contr ...