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Energy secretary says U.S. has ended Iran's ability to close Strait of Hormuz
U.S. military escorts of commercial ships have ended Iran's ability to close the Strait of Hormuz in the future, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Wednesday.
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Nvidia's Huang calls black market data centers made of smuggled parts a 'dead end'
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told shareholders on Wednesday that if a commercial opportunity conflicts with U.S. national security, the company would prioritize American interests.
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says U.S. GDP growth can return to 3% before end of the year
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed confidence Wednesday that the U.S. economy can get back on the path to 3% growth as the Iran war nears conclusion.
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Why energy could be a great place to invest even with oil prices retreating — 5 stocks to buy
While the world watches and waits on every word around the Strait of Hormuz, investors are moving on. Mostly. It's 'mostly' because no one is suggesting that the troubles are over and things are back to normal. Far from…
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Bessent sees GDP growth booming again this year. Kalshi traders see little chance of that
While Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent believes the U.S. economy can achieve 3% growth this year, traders on Kalshi paint a different picture.
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U.S. crude oil briefly dips below $70 as tankers transit Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices fell about 4% Wednesday as tankers continued to transit the Strait of Hormuz, raising hopes that the worst of the Middle East supply disruption is over.
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Amazon's Zoox unveils redesigned robotaxi ahead of upcoming expansion
Amazon's Zoox unveiled the "next evolution" of its toaster-shaped self-driving vehicle on Wednesday, adding more rider-friendly features ahead of a wider U.S. rollout this year.
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Federal student loans have a new interest rate discount — here's who qualifies
The Trump administration is offering federal student loan borrowers a deeper-than-usual discount on their interest rates if they sign up for automatic payments soon — but not everyone will qualify.
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Toyota gains on General Motors in new U.S. sales forecast: 'GM may be looking over their shoulder'
DETROIT – Toyota Motor is notably gaining on America's largest automaker, General Motors, in U.S. sales as hybrids get more popular and all-electric vehicles sputter.
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S&P Global Ratings Affirms Ecopetrol’s (EC) Global Credit Rating at BB-
Ecopetrol S.A. (NYSE:EC) is one of the top cheap growth stocks to get rich. Ecopetrol S.A. (NYSE:EC) announced on June 16 that the S&P Global Ratings affirmed the company's global credit rating at BB- with a stable outl…
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UBS Remains Neutral on Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO), Lifts PT
Fair Isaac Corporation (NYSE:FICO) is one of the best big tech stocks to buy according to Wall Street analysts. UBS lifted the price target on Fair Isaac Corporation (NYSE:FICO) to $1,250 from $1,110 on June 16 and main…
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Micron earnings are set to send the market on a wild ride — and a new ETF may add to the volatility
A new ETF seeking to leverage Micron's volatility has emerged – right in the nick of time
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AI Fears Overshadow Sales Force’s (CRM) Strong Fundamentals
Burke Wealth Management, an investment management company, released its "Focused Growth Strategy" first-quarter 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Fund returned -10.6% in Q1 2026, sig…
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Banks strike deals in Michigan, Wisconsin
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Announces Expansion of Self-Driving Networks
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (NYSE:HPE) is one of the best big tech stocks to buy according to Wall Street analysts. Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (NYSE:HPE) announced on June 16 major advancements expanding …
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Long-Term Outlook Brightens for This Nuclear ETF
Small nuclear reactors may be small in size, but the market for these generators of nuclear power is anything but diminutive. That's good news for a variety of stocks and ETFs. The ALPS Nautilus SMR, Nuclear & Technolog…
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Argus Cuts PT on Ulta Beauty (ULTA) – Here’s Why
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:ULTA) is one of the top cheap growth stocks to get rich. Argus cut the price target on Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:ULTA) to $550 from $615 on June 18 and reiterated a Buy rating on the shares, st…
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Is Microsoft (MSFT) One of the Top High-Conviction Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds?
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) is one of the top high-conviction stocks to buy according to hedge funds. Reuters reported on June 2 that Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) announced a "sweeping slate" of AI initia…
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Keefe Bruyette Upgrades Toll Brothers (TOL) to Outperform – Here’s Why
Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL) is one of the top cheap growth stocks to get rich. Keefe Bruyette upgraded Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL) to Outperform from Market Perform on June 8, adjusting the price target on the sto…
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JPMorgan Cuts PT on Accenture (ACN) – Here’s Why
Accenture plc (NYSE:ACN) is one of the top high-conviction stocks to buy according to hedge funds. JPMorgan cut the price target on Accenture plc (NYSE:ACN) to $201 from $247 on June 8 and reiterated an Overweight ratin…
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This Elevated International ETF Looks Compelling Right Now
The international ETF landscape has become quite popular with investors over the last year. Investors flocked to ex-U.S. equity opportunities over the last 12 months, driven by high domestic valuations and persistent co…
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London’s First Uber (UBER) Robotaxis Expected in Months, Reuters Reports
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) is one of the top high-conviction stocks to buy according to hedge funds. Reuters reported on June 8 that Uber Technologies, Inc.'s (NYSE:UBER) users can sign up for a chance to ride …
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Wendy’s stock price today: WEN shares surge as the fast food burger chain reunites Potbelly’s dynamic duo
More Popeyes stores are closing in franchise bankruptcy: See an updated list of locations
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VNQI vs. XLRE: Which Real Estate ETF Is Better for Beginner Investors?
Real estate investors often weigh the stability of the domestic market against the growth potential of international properties. The State Street Real Estate Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSEMKT:XLRE) provides concentrated e…