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Major US banks reported Q4 2025 earnings this week, with stocks falling over policy risks like a proposed credit card rate cap. Executives warned the cap would harm consumers and the economy.
BMO Capital Markets initiated coverage on Crescent Energy with a Market Perform rating and $10 price target, citing improved margins but caution on 2026 outlook. The company recently issued senior unsecured notes to restructure debt.
Intel shares rose 7.3% Tuesday after a KeyBanc upgrade. Analyst John Vinh said Intel's chip progress positions it to become the world's No. 2 foundry behind TSMC, with yields improving and major clients evaluating its technology.
A financial advisor recommends allocating over 50% of a portfolio to annuities, prompting a discussion on the appropriateness of such a high percentage based on individual circumstances.
UPS shares have fallen 45% from their 2022 peak as package volumes drop and margins shrink, with recent FAA aircraft groundings adding logistical strain.
US Bitcoin ETFs attracted $117 million in new investments in a single day, boosting Bitcoin's price and signaling renewed institutional demand after weeks of uneven trading.
Phillips 66 has agreed to acquire the assets and infrastructure of the Lindsey Oil Refinery in northern England, announced on January 5. The company plans to integrate these assets into its Humber Refinery complex.
Exxon Mobil warns of a $1.2 billion Q4 2025 earnings hit from low oil prices, as CEO Darren Woods calls Venezuela 'uninvestable' despite Trump's invitation, sparking presidential criticism.
H.C. Wainwright analyst Scott Buck reiterated a Buy rating and $26 price target for SoundHound AI after its CES 2026 demonstrations, citing revenue momentum and a path to EBITDA breakeven.