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The Robot Revolution Hasn’t Been Derailed by the Rise of AI
AI has been the market’s hottest trend for over two years. It’s still in its early stages, with more room to run. More importantly, it hasn’t derailed other parts of the tech trend either. That…
Jan 20, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Upbound Group (UPBD)
Jeffrey Brown, a director at Upbound Group (UPBD), recently bought 1,146 shares. The buy increased his stake by 1%, and came to a total cost of $33,245. Brown was the last buyer of shares with a…
Jan 20, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Antero Midstream Corporation (AM)
Oil & gas company Antero Midstream Corporation (AM) is up 32% over the past year. One trader expects further gains into next year. That’s based on the January 2026 $20 calls. With 351 days until…
Jan 20, 2025
This Financial Niche Should Continue to Perform Well
Over time, markets tend to trend higher, much like how the overall economy continues to move higher. And that should bode well for financial services, which help cater to a growing economy. That can…
Jan 17, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Potbelly Corp (PBPB)
David Nierenberg, a major holder at Potbelly Corp (PBPB), recently bought 7,600 shares. The buy came to a total of $70,149, and increased his position by less than 1%. Other company insiders,…
Jan 17, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Macy’s (M)
Department store chain Macy’s (M) sank to a new 52-week low, with shares down 22% over the past year. One trader sees further weakness into the summer. That’s based on the August $12 puts. With 210…
Jan 17, 2025
This Rallying Asset Class Has Room to Run in 2025
Markets are off to a challenging start for 2025. Yet some asset classes are faring better than others. The commodity space, which fared relatively well in some respects, continues to thrive. For…
Jan 16, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Petmed Express (PETS)
Nina Capital Holdings, a major holder of Petmed Express (PETS), recently bought 25,000 shares. The buy increased the fund’s position by 1%, and came to a total cost of $124,375. The fund also made…
Jan 16, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Bank of America (BAC)
Wall Street megabank Bank of America (BAC) is up 40% over the past year, far beating the overall market. One trader sees the stock trending even higher in the weeks ahead. That’s based on the…
Jan 16, 2025
Acquisitions Point to a Healthy Long-Term Buy
In any industry, some consolidation is normal over time. It’s also healthy when the largest players in the industry make notable acquisitions. That’s because acquiring smaller companies can be a good…
Jan 15, 2025
Insider Activity Report: ASA Gold & Precious Metals (ASA)
Alexander Merk, COO of ASA Gold & Precious Metals (ASA), recently bought 28,860 shares. The buy increased his stake by 13%, and came to a total cost of $634,720. The buy comes following several…
Jan 15, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Sempra (SRE)
Utility provider Sempra (SRE) is up 6% over the past year, far underperforming the overall market, and the utility sector in general. One trader sees shares trending higher into the spring. That’s…
Jan 15, 2025
This Market Dog Is Showing the Potential to Lead This Year
One market strategy is known as the “Dogs of the Dow.” By buying the five worst-performing stocks in the Dow 30 at the start of a year, investors have historically outperformed the market. That’s due…
Jan 14, 2025
Insider Activity Report: CVR Energy (CVI)
Carl Icahn, a major holder of CVR Energy (CVI), recently bought 878,212 shares. The buy increased his stake by 1%, and came to a total cost just over $16 million. Icahn has previously been a seller…
Jan 14, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Conagra Brands (CAG)
Processed foods company Conagra Brands (CAG) is down 7% over the past year, with shares recently breaking to a new 52-week low in 2025. One trader sees a rebound in the months ahead. That’s based on…
Jan 14, 2025
This High-Flying Group of Stocks Gets a Much-Needed Pullback
Nothing ever moves in a straight line. Investors who think they’ve missed out on a trend can likely have several opportunities to buy in, especially for a trend with years behind it. The AI trend of…
Jan 13, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Curtiss Wright (CW)
Lynn Bamford, CEO of Curtiss Wright (CW) recently bought 34 shares. The buy increased her stake by less than 1%, and came to a total cost of $10,340. She was one of six recent insider buys, including…
Jan 13, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: GEO Group (GEO)
Private prison and security firm GEO Group (GEO) is up over 180% in the past year, fueled with a massive move higher after the election. One trader sees further upside in the months ahead. That’s…
Jan 13, 2025
A Simple Way to Play Today’s High Bond Yields
The bond market has disconnected from the stock market in recent months. Despite the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates a full point, bond yields have ticked higher. Some see the 10-year…
Jan 10, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Gigacloud Technology (GCT)
Marshall Bernes, a program head at Gigacloud Technology (GCT), recently bought 5,000 shares. The buy increased his position by 9%, and came to a total cost of $87,500. This marks the first insider…
Jan 10, 2025