Monday, 9 November 2026
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The wheat complex is trading with double digit gains across most contracts on Friday. Chicago SRW contracts are trading with 19 to 23 1/2 cent gains at midday. There were 2 deliveries against CBT wheat overnight, with 5…
The wheat complex was in rally mode on Friday, closing with double digit strength across the three exchanges. Chicago SRW contracts was 15 ¼ to 20 ¾ cents in the green on the day, with nearby September up 40 ½ cents on …
For two years, the easiest way to invest in artificial intelligence (AI) was to buy the chipmakers. Lately, however, some of that money has started to move.
AI has an insatiable appetite for power, and for technologies such as NuScale Power's SMR.
Carvana's dealership purchases give it an entry into selling more than used cars.
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Friday closed up +0.42%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +0.29%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed up +0.33%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) r…
Corn futures are trading with 6 to 8 cent gains so far on Friday following friendlier then expected USDA data. There were 12 deliveries issued against July overnight. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is 6 …
September ICE NY cocoa (CCU26) on Friday closed down -390 (-6.04%), and September ICE London cocoa #7 (CAU26) closed down -306 (-6.37%).
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Friday closed up +0.42%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +0.29%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed up +0.33%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) r…
Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRKA)(NYSE: BRKB) has gone through an important leadership transition, with Greg Abel taking over as CEO from Warren Buffett. The big question is how Abel will differ from Buffett as an investo…
Lowe's Companies maintains massive scale and a robust 7.7% net margin while successfully integrating large-scale professional-grade acquisitions.
Companies that consistently grow their annual dividend payouts outperform those that don't over the long run.
Rivian has been more cautious in raising capital thanks to its large IPO and joint ventures.
The iShares Morningstar Small-Cap Value ETF (ISCV) carries a lower expense ratio than the iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Value ETF (IJJ).
The S&P 500 is generating a positive return in 2026 despite volatility related to the U.S.-Iran conflict.
You may still be able to reap some tax benefits in the course of putting your RMD to work.
Shake Shack leverages a high-growth, urban-focused model with expanding international licensing and digital ordering platforms.
Broadcom's wireless manufacturing is set to get a lift from its recent deal with Apple.
But early movers like CoreWeave could remain appealing independent alternatives.
Micron agreed to a $250 million commitment for the president's "Trump Accounts."
The Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) contains almost every stock trading on the U.S. market.
Starlink, Starship, and the company's Mars ambitions will decide the next five years.
While Bloom has improved its net margins, it cannot match Nvidia's profitability.
Rocket Lab's "Hungry Hippo" fairing is one of the most innovative ideas in reusable rockets because it keeps the nose cone attached to the booster.