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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Dow logs worst day in a month. Here are the reasons driving the rout.

The recent market downturn resulted in significant losses for the Dow Jones Industrial Average, reflecting widespread investor concerns and increased volatility across multiple sec...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Snowflake’s stock has been on fire, and earnings are fueling the rally further

Snowflake’s recent financial results, marked by strong revenue growth and a positive forecast, have contributed significantly to the company’s rising stock performance in the marke...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

30-year Treasury yield is above 5% again — that’s usually a bad sign for stocks

The rise in long-term U.S. government bond yields reflects investor concerns about fiscal stability, which often leads to increased market volatility and can negatively impact equi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Trump, GOP tweak SALT cap. Here’s what to know about the controversial tax break.

Adjustments to the limit on deductions for state and local taxes could influence taxpayers' liabilities and impact government revenue, highlighting a key element in ongoing budget...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Why the GOP tax bill is a ‘missed opportunity’ to help families as child-care costs hit all-time hig...

The recent tax legislation includes provisions aimed at assisting families, yet many experts believe it falls short of adequately addressing the rising expenses associated with chi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Hedge funds loaded up on these two chip stocks this year. Should you buy them too?

Several semiconductor companies have recently attracted increased investment from hedge funds, reflecting their growing importance in the technology sector and potential impact on...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

U.S. budget deficits are reaching the tipping point where they could start hurting stocks

Increasing U.S. budget deficits may undermine market confidence and investment returns, potentially shifting from a supportive factor to a challenge for stock performance, accordin...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Lowe’s sales fall, as customers are avoiding products that cost $500 or more

Lowe’s reported a decline in revenue influenced by reduced demand for higher-priced items amid challenging housing conditions and economic uncertainty, while maintaining its profit...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

UnitedHealth’s stock may look cheap but it can still fall a lot further, HSBC warns

HSBC’s bearish outlook on UnitedHealth’s shares highlights potential risks for investors, indicating that despite current low prices, the stock could experience additional signific...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Target’s stock drops as earnings fall below forecasts and outlook is lowered

Target experienced a decline in its share price following weaker-than-anticipated first-quarter sales and profit margins, prompting the company to adjust its future financial expec...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

TJX’s stock dips as same-store sales fall slightly short

TJX experienced a modest stock decline despite a 5% increase in sales and a profit that slightly exceeded analyst expectations, reflecting mixed investor reactions to the latest fi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Unexplained Bloomberg terminal outage curbed trading, delayed bond auction

The unexpected failure of a key financial platform disrupted market activities and postponed government debt issuance, highlighting its critical role in facilitating timely transac...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Morgan Stanley turns bullish on U.S. stocks. Here’s why it says the market lows have already been ma...

Morgan Stanley’s optimistic outlook on U.S. equities reflects expectations of a more coordinated earnings improvement, supported by anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate reduct...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Strategist says 5% Treasury yields are a buying opportunity for bonds but a hazard for stocks

A strategist suggests that while a 5% yield on 10-year Treasury notes may pose risks for equity markets, it presents an attractive entry point for investors seeking fixed-income se...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Oil prices rise on report that Israel may attack Iran’s nuclear sites

The potential military action involving Iran has led to an increase in crude oil values, reflecting concerns about possible disruptions in global energy supply and market stability...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Arc’teryx, Salomon parent is doing what Nike isn’t: growing ‘very well’ in China

Amer Sports, the company behind Arc’teryx and Salomon, is experiencing significant financial growth in China’s expanding premium sports and outdoor market, contributing to a surge...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

D-Wave’s stock is surging — but here’s why projecting quantum-computing company’s future revenue is...

D-Wave’s recent product release has generated investor interest, although predicting consistent revenue growth remains uncertain due to the unclear timeline for widespread adoption...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Why Home Depot’s approach to prices and tariffs will ‘likely play better’ to Trump administration

Home Depot’s strategy to manage costs and tariffs aims to avoid widespread price hikes, which could align with the current administration’s emphasis on controlling inflation and su...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Trump’s IRS pick may have a DOGE problem on his hands

Billy Long’s appointment to the IRS highlights potential financial challenges related to cryptocurrency oversight, as improving service and data security becomes crucial amid conce...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Palo Alto Networks’ outlook meets expectations — but the stock drop shows investors wanted more

Palo Alto Networks’ forecast aligns with predictions, yet a decline in future contract values and investor reactions indicate concerns about the company’s growth potential and reve...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Why the next 20-year Treasury auction is ‘must-see TV’ for investors after the Moody’s downgrade

The upcoming 20-year Treasury auction holds considerable importance for investors as it may influence bond yields and market stability amid ongoing challenges following Moody’s rec...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Your Memorial Day barbecue could be cheaper this year — if you ditch hot dogs for this alternative

This year’s Memorial Day cookout may cost less than before, as the prices of certain common grilling items have decreased, potentially easing expenses despite upcoming tariff incre...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Why we should welcome stock-market bubbles

Periods of rapid market growth often encourage investors to take greater risks, which can lead to increased innovation and the development of new technologies despite potential eco...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Here’s why Tesla traders care so much that Elon Musk stop his Trump-leaning political donations

Tesla investors responded positively to Elon Musk’s announcement to reduce his political contributions amid improving vehicle sales, contributing to a notable rise in the company's...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

It’s Musk and T-Mobile Starlink vs. Apple and Globalstar in the satellite phone wars. But one stock...

The collaboration between technology leaders and major telecommunications companies in satellite phone services highlights key strategic investments that significantly impact their...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Trump’s $1.6 trillion spin: What the numbers really say about GOP tax bill

The estimated $1.6 trillion savings from the GOP tax legislation reflect selected budget reductions but overlook additional factors that could influence the overall financial impac...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Here’s when you’ll want to own stocks if this well-known market cycle repeats

Historical trends indicate that investors may experience modest returns in the second year of a presidential term, followed by significantly higher gains in the third year after mi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Home Depot’s long run of earnings beats has ended, but here’s why the stock is rising

Despite missing earnings targets for the first time in a while, Home Depot’s stronger-than-expected revenue and steady sales, along with unchanged annual forecasts, have contribute...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

This Morgan Stanley investor warns of three big disconnects with stocks on the verge of a bull marke...

An investor from Morgan Stanley highlights concerns about discrepancies in three major asset categories, indicating potential risks despite the recent strong rebound in the S&P 500...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

He called the S&P 500 bottom. Now this stock trader can’t rule out a ‘flash crash.’

Jeff Bierman emphasized the importance of caution in current market conditions, highlighting potential sudden declines that could impact investment strategies and overall financial...

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