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The Most Inspiring Small Businesses of 2025 [Survey]
From flood-ravaged bakeries to fire-hit bookstores, discover the most inspiring small business comeback stories of 2025. Based on a survey of over 3,000 people.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
Microsoft Crushes Earnings, What’s Next for MSFT Stock?
A surge in cloud spending highlighted a strong earnings report that is pushing MSFT stock higher; analysts have raised their price targets signaling new highs
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
McDonald’s Insiders Sell Shares! Investors Should Do the Opposite
McDonald's faces headwinds in 2025, and its stock price may correct, but the dip will be a buying opportunity for investors, and the value deal may not last.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
Broadcom: Buy, Hold, Sell? AI & Acquistions Paint Strong Picture
Is Broadcom overvalued, fairly valued, or undervalued? See this analysis which argues why the success of this stock can persist long-term.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
Qualcomm's Earnings: 2 Reasons to Buy, 1 to Stay Away
Qualcomm beat earnings and trades at a steep valuation discount, but it still looks like market confidence still hasn’t fully returned.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
AT&T, Verizon & T-Mobile: Who Won the Big 3 Telecom Battle in Q1?
See how things shook out in the telecom sector in Q1 2025. The big three firms in this space are battling for millions of new customers each quarter.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
A Bull Case for Adobe Stock Remains Today
Adobe stock is now presenting investors an undeniable value opportunity backed by both fundamental and technical factors for an asymmetric outcome today.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
3 Consumer Discretionary Stocks to Buy in a Divided Economy
These 3 consumer discretionary stocks cater to consumers who are still spending; analysts agree and continue to raise their price targets for these stocks
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
BigBear.ai: A Short-Squeeze Is Possible, a Sharp Drop Is Likely
BigBear.ai could be setting up for a short-squeeze with support rising in 2025, but other factors suggest otherwise: investors and traders beware.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
Starbucks Stock: Turnaround Strategy Opportunity for Investors
Starbucks' turnaround gains traction, but analysts enter wait-and-see mode as margin contraction tied to investments cuts into earnings.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
SoFi Reports Strong Q1 Results, Raises 2025 Full-Year Guidance
SoFi's first-quarter earnings beat and raised full-year guidance highlight its accelerating growth trajectory and sustained profitability momentum.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Could Rally Near 52-Week Lows
AES Corp., Pfizer, and LyondelBasell are examples of stocks offering a high-yield dividend today and potential upside in the latter half of 2025
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
AMD Stock Signals Strong Buy Ahead of Earnings
Advanced Micro Devices is setting up for a robust rebound, which will likely start with the Q1 earnings release and gain momentum as the year progresses.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
Hershey Hits the Sweet Spot for Defensive Investors
Defensive staple Hershey offers investors consistent growth potential fueled by strong brands, strategic acquisitions, and potentially moderating cost factors.
Via MarketBeat · May 1, 2025
Why D-Wave's Project With Davidson Is a Game-Changer For Quantum
D-Wave is preparing to deploy a physical annealing computer for use by the defense industry; could this provide the firm a consistent path to profitability?
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
Hims & Hers Stock Soars on Novo Nordisk Collaboration
Hims & Hers stock rallies by over 25% on news of a collaboration with Novo Nordisk and its weight loss flagship products, and that's not all.
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
Amazon's Earnings Will Make or Break the Stock's Comeback
Amazon has rebounded 16% into earnings as analysts remain overwhelmingly bullish, with targets up to $250 and strong AWS and AI growth expected.
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
Tesla's Band-Aid Has Been Ripped Off: Rally Mode Engaged
Tesla is up 18% since earnings, with rising technical strength and investor optimism suggesting the stock is back in rally mode.
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
3 High-Momentum Gold Stocks Surging on the Metals Rally
While gold's rally has fueled big gains for many mining companies, these three stocks in particular have benefited; will they continue to see future momentum?
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
3 Dividend Kings Outshining the Market in 2025
Amid a turbulent 2025, several defensive dividend stocks have emerged as top performers while the S&P 500 remains down 5.5% year-to-date.
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
3 Retail Stocks That Desperately Need a Tariff Break
Here are three retail stocks with heavy exposure to China and other Asian countries that are facing higher tariffs from the United States
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
The 5 Top Buys for May: Strong Signals at Critical Support Levels
The best buys for May include leading tech names like NVIDIA and Amazon, which are setting up for robust rebounds likely catalyzed by their Q1 results.
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
Joby Aviation Shares Eye Breakout After Transition Flight Win
Joby Aviation achieves piloted transition flights, demonstrating aircraft maturity and paving the way for final FAA testing ahead of commercial launch.
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
NXP Semiconductors: A Buy-and-Hold Stock in the Buy Zone
NXP Semiconductors is contracting in 2025, but sequential improvement is expected in Q2, cash flow is robust, and the capital return is safe.
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
Pegasystems: Mid-Cap GenAI Stock With Big Long-Term Potential
Shares of Pegasystems shot up after its Q1 earnings. Could this company's GenAI product be key to helping enterprises implement artificial intelligence?
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
CrowdStrike Stock Nears Record High, Dip Ahead of Earnings?
Despite having some strong fundamentals, CrowdStrike stock continues to be volatile and may be due for a pullback despite strong revenue growth
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
Altria’s Resilient Strategy Keeps It a Top Dividend Play in 2025
Tariff-resistant Altria Group (NYSE: MO) is still a good buy in 2025 because its business profitability is improving despite declining sales. The decline in sales is primarily due to reduced use of smokeable products, offset by increasing use of consumable and smokeless products.
Via MarketBeat · April 30, 2025
Don’t Be Fooled by the Bounce: The Market Storm Isn’t Over Yet
Recent upticks in the market may disguise the ongoing risks that remain for investors; these factors point to the importance of a defensive strategy.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Coca-Cola Company Stock Can Bubble to New Highs This Year
The Coca-Cola Company builds leverage with increased market share and expanding reach in 2025. Analyst trends lead to new highs.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
3 Stocks Lifting 2025 Guidance Despite Market Jitters
See these three stocks that beat on earnings in Q1 and raised their guidance for the rest of 2025. These stocks are signaling strength amid tough conditions.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Domino’s Pizza Builds Leverage: Analysts Raise Price Targets
Domino's Pizza is building leverage and raising dough as it leans into the 'Hungry for MORE' strategy. Analysts are raising their price targets in Q2.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Intel: Good Quarter, Bad Vibes, Guidance Rattles Investors
Intel reported a Q1 earnings beat but offered weak Q2 guidance, leading new CEO Tan to accelerate restructuring efforts focused on core execution.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
These 3 Cybersecurity Stocks Are Defying the Downturn
The cybersecurity sector has shown standout relative strength in 2025, outperforming the broader tech space amid market volatility and uncertainty.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
T-Mobile US: The Un-Carrier Is an Indisputable Buy on the Dip
T-Mobile is the original disrupter whose "Un-carrier" initiative pressured the cellphone carriers to abandon contracts, termination fees and convoluted billing.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
3M Stock: 4 Compelling Reasons to Buy, 1 Big Reason to Pass
3M products are a part of everyday life that is easily taken for granted until they run out, which also applies to its stock when economic climate gets rough.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Kroger: This Must-Own Staples Stock Thrives in Every Market
Kroger is a best-of-breed supermarket operator that has margin expansion during high inflation and a revenue jump during recessions as consumer eat more at home
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Aerospace and Defense Stocks Take Flight After Strong Earnings
See these three stocks in an outperforming industry that Wall Street analysts are upgrading after posting strong Q1 results.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Occidental’s Hidden Gem: How OxyChem Could Boost Profits
Occidental Petroleum's chemical division OxyChem is an unsung hero that develops products serving industries ranging from healthcare, staples and construction.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
5 Mid-Cap Stocks Insiders Are Buying This Year
Insiders are buying mid-cap stocks in 2025. Mid-caps are important because they offer a blend of risk and reward not found with other market caps.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Southwest Airlines CEO Calls Recession, Why Option Traders Jumped
Southwest Airlines CEO admits that the industry has fallen into a recession, yet traders and markets remain optimistic about the stock, here's why.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Disney: The Compelling Case for Buying Now Before They Scale Up
Walt Disney stock presents a buying opportunity as the multi-engine growth platform is set to rev higher on many upcoming catalysts at just 16.46x forward P/E.
Via MarketBeat · April 29, 2025
Best Defense Stocks in 2025... So Far
Discover top defense stocks for 2025—Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Axon—backed by rising government spending and national modernization efforts.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
Alphabet Rebounds After Strong Earnings and Buyback Announcement
Alphabet shares rallied after the company reported a strong Q1 2025 earnings beat, announced a dividend increase, and authorized a $70 billion buyback.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
Could Selling Taiwan Semiconductor Be Buffett’s Biggest Regret?
Warren Buffett might have sold out too early from Taiwan Semiconductor stock, leaving a lot more gains on the table for the coming years.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
3 Stocks Just Announced Intentions to Buyback Near 10% of Shares
Check out these three large-cap stocks that just announced very large share buyback authorizations, equal to nearly 10% or more of their market caps.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
3 Industry Behemoths Are Rewarding Investors With Dividend Bumps
See these three stocks that are among the most important in their industries, which have announced sizable increases in their dividends.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
The Bear Market Has Only Just Started - Here's Why
Bulls might have fallen into a trap on this fake recovery from a bear market; all data and behavior suggest that this is only the tip of the iceberg.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
These 3 ETFs Let You Hold Real Gold Without the Vault
Capitalize on the rally in gold prices without having to deal with storing your own bullion by investing in one of these physical gold ETFs.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
Why Institutions Are Buying Super Micro Computer Stock Again
Fears surrounding the technology sector have created a massive buying opportunity in shares of Super Micro Computer, set for double-digit upside.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
3 Top Big Pharma Stocks Investing Over $100 Billion in the U.S.
See these three top-10 stocks in the pharmaceutical industry that are pledging investment in the United States totalling over $100 billion.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
PepsiCo’s Stock Price is Disconnected From Reality: Time to Buy
PepsiCo's 2025 hurdles are macroeconomic and not company-specific; the price plunge is setting up a deep value opportunity for long-term investors.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
Gold Miners Ready for Breakout Amid Record High Prices
Sustained higher gold prices support mining stocks, such as Agnico Eagle Mines and Freeport-McMoRan, which are expected to be the next part of gold's big move
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
Vertiv Crushes Q1 Estimates, Can the Stock Maintain Momentum?
Strong AI demand led Vertiv to exceed its first-quarter projections, increasing its sales forecast and significantly boosting investor confidence.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
Broadcom's VMware Deal Lifts AVGO Despite Complaints
Broadcom's VMware acquisition has been a big driver of the stock's impressive returns. Despite many angry customers, that looks unlikely to change.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
Fizzing Higher: Coca-Cola Is Outperforming Ahead of Earnings
Coca-Cola's stock exhibits defensive strength by outpacing the market, supported by enduring brand power and consistently growing dividends for investors.
Via MarketBeat · April 28, 2025
Texas Instruments: Earnings Beat, Upbeat Guidance Fuel Recovery
Texas Instruments' recent financial report surpassed expectations and offered an optimistic forecast, indicating favorable momentum for the chipmaker.
Via MarketBeat · April 27, 2025
O’Reilly Automotive: An Anytime Buy for Buy-and-Hold Investors
O'Reilly Automotive is set up to trend higher now and over the long term, but may pull back briefly this year after an expected stock split.
Via MarketBeat · April 27, 2025
Chipotle Mexican Grill Serves Smoking Hot Entry Point in Q2
Chipotle Mexican Grill builds leverage for revenue growth by increasing its store count while comp sales lag. Cash flow and capital returns are safe.
Via MarketBeat · April 27, 2025
Markets Think Robinhood Earnings Could Send the Stock Up
Robinhood stock is showing signs of a potential earnings beat to come this quarter, giving investors a chance at a new bull run.
Via MarketBeat · April 26, 2025
Churchill Downs Stock: Could Tariff Fears Dampen Derby Gains?
Churchill Downs stock sold off more than 16% after announcing it was pausing a renovation project due to tariff uncertainty, but the stock could be worth a bet
Via MarketBeat · April 26, 2025
AT&T: Subscriber Growth & Buybacks Signal Bullish Turnaround
AT&T's focus on connectivity yields impressive customer additions while upcoming share buybacks underscore the commitment to increasing shareholder value.
Via MarketBeat · April 26, 2025
Is the Floor in for Lam Research After Bullish Earnings?
If Lam Research continues to build on its quarterly results, the current ceiling for LRCX stock may be a floor that lifts the stock, and possibly the sector
Via MarketBeat · April 26, 2025
Bears Can Reap Big Benefits With These 3 Short ETF Bets
Inverse ETFs are an effective way for bearish investors to capitalize on downturns in specific portions of the market, or in the economy more broadly.
Via MarketBeat · April 26, 2025
American Express: Affluent Customers Don’t Leave Home Without It
American Express continues to show spending growth of 6% YoY for its affluent customer base in Q1 2025, which is better equipped to weather economic volatility.
Via MarketBeat · April 26, 2025
MarketBeat Week in Review – 04/21 - 04/25
Stocks rallied this week on hopes of a thaw in the trade war, but key economic reports and upcoming earnings will determine if the rally has legs
Via MarketBeat · April 26, 2025
Short Sellers Gave Up on These 3 Names Recently
Short sellers are leaving the scene on some of these names recently, facing double-digit upside potential to favor buyers and bulls.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
3 Boring Stocks Outperforming the Market This Year
While the broader market remains under pressure in 2025, SO, KO, and VZ have quietly outperformed with strong returns and resilient fundamentals.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
If You Wanted To Buy AbbVie and Didn’t, There’s Still Time To Buy
AbbVie is well-positioned for industry-leading growth, as Skyrizi and Rinvoq sales outperform, driving system-wide growth alongside a diversified portfolio.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
3 Stocks To Watch For When Tariffs Subside
Fundamentally, investors can start to look for the stocks that might do best once the trade tariff fears subside, bringing plenty of upside.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
Boeing: Turbulence Is Minimal Even If China Stops Buying Planes
Boeing continues to improve its operations as production stabilizes and losses shrink, and tariff impacts are minimal since post of its parts are from the U.S.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
Tariff-Resilient Tech Stocks: CyberArk & Verisign’s Durable Edge
Two tech stocks have strong characteristics that can give them significant relisilance to tariffs and uncertainty. Warren Buffett likes one of them a lot.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
Is Intuitive Surgical a Buy After Volatile Reaction to Earnings?
Despite beating on the top and bottom lines, tariff uncertainty makes the outlook for ISRG stock fluid; investors may want to wait for clarity before jumping in
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
Viking Therapeutics Stock May Struggle After As-Expected Report
Viking Therapeutics stock is trying to push higher as investors attempt to sort out a report that delivered no real news that investors hadn’t already heard.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
Market Anticipation Builds: Joby Stock Climbs Ahead of Earnings
Joby Aviation's upcoming earnings report will offer insights into operational progress and certification timelines impacting its path to commercialization.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025
The 6 Best Energy Stocks to Buy Now
Discover the best-performing energy stocks in 2025 so far - from coal to renewables - and which companies are leading the sector right now.
Via MarketBeat · April 25, 2025