The global commodities market reached a historic inflection point this month as copper prices surged more than 8% to reach all-time highs, signaling a tectonic shift in the industrial landscape. On January 29, 2026, the London Metal Exchange (LME) saw copper futures peak at an unprecedented $14,500 per metric
The Federal Reserve has issued a stark warning in its latest assessment of the nation’s financial health, characterizing the S&P 500 (SPX) as "very expensive" by historical standards. As of February 18, 2026, the benchmark index’s forward price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple has climbed to a precarious 22.
In early 2026, the global commodity markets are being reshaped by an unprecedented surge in copper prices, which have climbed past $5.70 per pound ($12,600 per metric ton). This dramatic rally, driven by the massive infrastructure requirements of generative artificial intelligence (AI), the scaling of electric vehicle (EV)
Elevance has trailed the broader market over the past year, but analysts still maintain a generally bullish outlook on the stock’s long-term prospects.
Megacap stocks dominate their sectors and their actions influence economies worldwide.
The flip side though is that their sheer size means they have less room for explosive growth as scale works against them.
Investors are looking ahead to a slew of economic data on Wednesday, including housing starts, building permits, durable-goods orders, and industrial production.
As of February 17, 2026, the global financial landscape is witnessing a historic realignment as gold prices solidified their position at a record $4,900 per ounce. This massive rally, which saw the precious metal briefly pierce the $5,000 psychological barrier earlier this month, represents a fundamental shift in
The financial world is grappling with a paradigm shift following President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve. The announcement, which occurred on January 30, 2026, sent immediate tremors through global debt markets, an event now colloquially known as the
The U.S. financial markets shifted into high gear this week following a pivotal inflation report that suggests the Federal Reserve’s long-standing battle against rising prices may finally be entering its final chapter. The Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed on February 13, 2026, that the Consumer Price Index (CPI)
AeroVironment Inc (NASDAQ:AVAV) shares are jumping higher Tuesday after JPMorgan kicked off coverage with an Overweight rating and a $320 price target.
Shares of aerospace and defense company AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV)
jumped 7.7% in the afternoon session after JPMorgan initiated coverage on the stock with an 'Overweight' rating and a $320 price target.
NEW YORK — Wall Street is battening down the hatches for what traders are calling "Macro Friday." On February 20, 2026, the Bureau of Economic Analysis is set to release a rare, high-stakes "data deluge" that could dictate the trajectory of the U.S. economy for the remainder of the year.
NEW YORK — Financial markets are recalibrating their expectations for the remainder of 2026 following a pivotal inflation report that suggests the Federal Reserve’s long battle against price pressures may finally be entering its final act. Data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on February 13, and further analyzed
NEW YORK — As of February 17, 2026, the long-reigning kings of Silicon Valley are facing a cold front on Wall Street. In a dramatic reversal of the trends that defined the early 2020s, the "Mega Cap 8" growth stocks are witnessing a sustained sell-off, while investors flock to the once-ignored
NEW YORK — The era of unchecked optimism for Silicon Valley’s artificial intelligence ambitions faced its sternest test this week. UBS Global Wealth Management has officially downgraded the U.S. Information Technology sector from “Attractive” to “Neutral,” sending a ripple of caution through global markets as of February 17, 2026.
The latest weekly jobless claims data released this February has painted a picture of a U.S. labor market that remains stubbornly tight, even as cracks begin to show in the broader economic foundation. For the week ending February 7, 2026, initial jobless claims fell to 227,000, signaling that
As the 2026 financial calendar kicks into high gear, the banking sector remains the ultimate barometer for the health of the American economy. JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) set the tone this January with a fourth-quarter 2025 earnings report that showcased a "fortress balance sheet" capable of weathering both domestic shifts
In a historic realignment of global financial markets, the price of gold has shattered the psychological $5,000 per ounce barrier, marking a monumental shift in investor sentiment. As of mid-February 2026, the precious metal has transitioned from a traditional safe-haven asset into the primary vehicle for capital preservation amidst
The financial landscape shifted dramatically on January 30, 2026, when President Donald Trump officially nominated Kevin Warsh to serve as the next Chairman of the Federal Reserve. Replacing Jerome Powell, whose term is slated to conclude on May 15, 2026, Warsh represents a significant pivot toward a more disciplined, market-oriented
