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Mark Vickery

Trump, Musk War of Words Send Indexes Lower Late

An open rift between recently departed DOGE leader and Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk sent indexes southward.

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Riya Anand

Goldman Refocuses on Investment Banking: Will It Pivot to Profit?

GS doubles down on investment banking, shedding consumer units as M&A leadership and advisory backlog hint at a rebound.

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Nilanjan Choudhury

Want Outperformance? These 5 Stocks Show Relative Strength

OPFI, ALNT, PGY, GLDD and NTES are standing out with strong relative price strength and bullish earnings revisions.

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Zacks Equity Research

Colliers Set to Acquire Astris Finance, Bolsters IB Capabilities

CIGI to acquire Astris Finance to expand its investment banking reach and capitalize on growing demand for infrastructure.

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Zacks Equity Research

Intuit Gains 22% in a Month: Here's Why the Stock Is Still a Must Buy

Investors should buy INTU on strong stock price movement, AI-driven gains and a bullish fiscal 2025 outlook.

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Zacks Equity Research

Mastercard's Expenses Are on the Rise: A Threat to Profit Margins?

MA's costs are climbing fast, but rising margins and strong revenues show its growth push may be paying off.

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Zacks Equity Research

Citigroup to Reduce 3,500 Workers in Two China Tech Centers

Citigroup will cut 3,500 full-time roles at two China tech centers as it revamps global operations to address risks and compliance.

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Zacks Equity Research

Franklin Resources to Expand Alternatives Platform With Apera Acquisition

BEN is set to expand its alternatives platform with a majority stake in Apera, boosting global credit AUM to $87 billion.

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Zacks Equity Research

Franklin's May AUM Balance Rises on Positive Markets and Net Inflows

BEN's AUM rose to $1.57 trillion in May, driven by positive markets and net inflows despite outflows at Western Asset.

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Moumita C. Chattopadhyay

3 Equity REIT Stocks That Stand Strong Despite Sector Difficulties

WPC, VICI and DEA stand out among Equity REITs with inflation-protected cash flow, solid assets and rising FFO outlooks.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is SPG Stock Still Worth Holding in the Current Climate?

Simon Property sees leasing momentum and dividend growth, but e-commerce and high rates weigh on investor sentiment.

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Riya Anand

AGNC Investment's 15.93% Dividend Yield: A Powerful Income Play?

AGNC's 15.93% yield, monthly payouts and $1B buyback plan spotlight its powerful income appeal.

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Zacks Equity Research

BXP Stock Rallies 11.3% in a Month: Will It Continue to Rise?

BXP jumps 11.3% on strong leasing, backed by rising demand for quality office spaces and portfolio rebalancing efforts, but macro uncertainty could pose risks.

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Zacks Equity Research

Is it Wise to Retain Federal Realty Stock in Your Portfolio for Now?

FRT leans on premium assets, strong tenants and mixed-use growth, but debt and digital retail trends cloud the outlook.

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Mark Vickery

Trump, Xi Speak; Jobless Claims, Productivity & Deficit Reports Out

Pre-market futures are rebounding back into the green on a report that President Trump and President Xi have spoken on the phone this morning.

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Zacks Equity Research

HSBC UK Private Banking Introduces Addepar Platform, Boosts Offerings

HSBC UK Private Banking rolls out Addepar to elevate client reporting and serve high-net-worth clients with deeper insights.

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Swayta Shah

Robinhood May Enter S&P 500 Club: A Win for Retail Investors?

HOOD may soon join the S&P 500, riding a 94% rally and strong profits that spotlight retail investors' growing clout.

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Zacks Equity Research

State Street Rides on Relatively High Rates & Buyouts Amid High Costs

STT leans on high rates, acquisitions and fee growth to drive expansion, even as costs and revenue concentration pose risks.

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Swayta Shah

JPMorgan Bets on Branches in Digital Age: A Smart Growth Move?

JPM is doubling down on brick-and-mortar branches, blending in-person banking with digital tools to unlock cross-selling opportunities and grow revenues.

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Zacks Equity Research

Are Options Traders Betting on a Big Move in Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Stock?

Investors need to pay close attention to ARI stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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Kaibalya Pravo Dey

Visa's Global Transactions Engine is Roaring: Sustainable or Not?

V rides a 13% surge in cross-border volumes as global travel grows, but Asia drag remains a key watchpoint.

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Kaibalya Pravo Dey

Affirm Stock Moves Above 200-Day SMA: Time to Buy the Bounce?

AFRM rises above its 200-day SMA as product growth, loyal users and global expansion boost investor interest.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Sell Stocks for June 5th

ENTG, EGBN and BRTHY have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on May 5 2025.

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Zacks Equity Research

New Strong Buy Stocks for June 5th

PEGA, TELNY, GDEV, OPBK and DB have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on June 5, 2025.

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Mark Vickery

Top Stock Reports for Netflix, Toyota Motor & Morgan Stanley

NFLX gains momentum with 55% of new sign-ups on its ad tier and aims to double revenue by 2030 through global content.

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