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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 06, 2025

Why this optimistic money manager is betting on Netflix, Nvidia and these stocks

Money manager Matt Shapiro sees potential for growth in select technology and entertainment companies, suggesting that despite current market challenges, strategic investments coul...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 06, 2025

New York Fed’s inflation gauge outpaces headline PCE, hints at stubborn price pressures

The recent data from the New York Fed indicate that underlying price increases remain stronger than previously reflected in standard inflation reports, potentially impacting moneta...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 06, 2025

Why China is in no rush to seek U.S. trade deal

Recent customs statistics indicate increased Chinese shipments to neighboring countries, suggesting strategic trade adjustments that could influence the timing and dynamics of pote...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 06, 2025

Why Palantir’s stock is falling even though its earnings were ‘on fire’

Despite strong earnings, the stock declined as investors had anticipated the positive outcome, and concerns remain about potential deceleration in the company's future expansion.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 06, 2025

Palantir earnings show ‘ferocious growth’ fueled by AI

Palantir’s increased revenue guidance following a strong quarterly performance highlights the company’s expanding market presence and the growing impact of advanced technology on i...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Mattel says zero tariffs on toys are better for a child’s development, as it plans price increases a...

Mattel's decision to increase prices and reduce dependence on Chinese manufacturing reflects efforts to manage costs amid trade tensions, leading the company to temporarily suspend...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

OpenAI says it can’t supply as much AI as people want — so it’s making a change

OpenAI’s decision to convert its for-profit branch into a public-benefit corporation aims to balance ethical considerations with financial sustainability amid high demand for its A...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Ford puts a number on its profit hit from Trump’s tariffs and halts guidance

Ford experienced a $1.5 billion reduction in earnings due to trade tariffs, prompting the company to suspend its annual financial forecast amid ongoing market uncertainties.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

The worst probably isn’t over for the stock market — here’s why

A growing sense of excessive confidence among investors may indicate heightened risks, potentially leading to increased market volatility and financial instability in the near futu...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Skechers stock rockets on buyout deal. An analyst says market uncertainty has ‘given rise to activis...

The sneaker company's shares surged significantly due to a buyout agreement, reflecting increased investor interest amid growing activist involvement driven by prevailing market un...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Tyson’s beef business facing ‘the most challenging market conditions’ it has ever seen

Rising cattle costs have led to higher beef prices, creating difficult market conditions that impact Tyson's revenue and profitability despite ongoing demand challenges.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Can President Trump really put tariffs on films produced abroad? The law says no.

Legislation enacted in 1988 prevents the president from imposing duties on foreign media products, which could affect trade dynamics and revenue in the international entertainment...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Why the stock rally may be in trouble after the White House ‘backtracked’ on tariffs

The recent reversal on tariff policies by the White House could lead investors to reassess market expectations, potentially impacting stock valuations that had anticipated favorabl...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

The next possible target in Trump’s battle with Harvard: Hiking the tax on its $53 billion endowment

A proposed congressional bill aims to raise the tax rate on large university endowments to 21%, potentially increasing the financial burden on Harvard and similar institutions with...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Buy stocks just when a recession is confirmed? Here’s why the risk can pay off.

Investing in equities during confirmed economic downturns may offer notable returns, as historical data suggests that such timing aligns with favorable market performance over the...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Fed’s Powell expected to push back this week against calls for rate cuts

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is anticipated to resist pressure for reducing interest rates, signaling a cautious approach that may influence borrowing costs and financial ma...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

International stocks have been crushing U.S. equities. Morgan Stanley expects a reversal.

Recent trends show global shares outperforming those in the United States, but Morgan Stanley anticipates a shift that could impact investment strategies and portfolio allocations.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

Warren Buffett gave this timely investment advice at Berkshire’s annual meeting

Warren Buffett shared important guidance for investors during Berkshire Hathaway’s annual gathering, highlighting the impact of his upcoming departure after leading the company for...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 05, 2025

The Obamas’ former Martha’s Vineyard rental is on the market for $39 million

The coastal property in Massachusetts, previously enjoyed by the Obamas and their family during summer vacations, has been offered for sale with an asking price of $39 million.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 04, 2025

Oil prices sink as OPEC+ hikes output, U.S. stock futures dip ahead of Fed meeting

The increase in oil production by OPEC+ contributed to a decline in energy prices, coinciding with a drop in U.S. stock futures ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy annou...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 04, 2025

Why Trump — and investors — will probably be disappointed by the Fed this week

The upcoming Federal Reserve meeting on May 6 and 7 is anticipated to impact market expectations, as no interest rate reductions are foreseen, influencing decisions from investors...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 04, 2025

Wall Street’s outlook sours on second quarter, with bigger forecast cuts than normal

Recent revisions to profit expectations have increased, signaling heightened caution among investors as key companies prepare to announce results amid ongoing trade tensions and fl...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 04, 2025

A real-estate giant wants sellers to list their homes privately. Will homeowners benefit?

In a challenging housing market, certain real-estate companies are encouraging private home listings, which could influence sellers' opportunities and overall transaction outcomes.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 03, 2025

Buffett passes the torch — here’s what Berkshire loyalists should know, from a longtime insider

With Greg Abel set to succeed Warren Buffett as CEO, Berkshire Hathaway may experience a shift in leadership dynamics, possibly fostering a more collaborative approach while mainta...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 03, 2025

Investing legend Warren Buffett to step down as head of Berkshire Hathaway after 6 momentous decades

Warren Buffett's decision to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway could impact investor confidence and influence the company's future direction under his successor, Greg Abel.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 03, 2025

The best Kentucky Derby bet may actually be investing in Churchill Downs

Analysts suggest that investing in Churchill Downs Incorporated, the owner of the Kentucky Derby racetrack, may offer substantial financial growth potential due to its current stoc...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 03, 2025

Sitting on cash? Lock in this new Series I bond rate to protect your savings from inflation.

Investing in a Series I bond offers a potential safeguard for your savings against inflation, providing a more stable return compared to fluctuating market options or low-yield sav...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 03, 2025

How Warren Buffett went from picking horses to picking stocks — and what you can learn from it

Warren Buffett's early experiences in assessing horse racing odds contributed to his investment strategies, eventually leading him to amass significant wealth through his managemen...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 03, 2025

‘I’m very cynical’: My stepmother, 85, makes bizarre requests for money from my father’s $10M trust....

An 85-year-old woman is making unusual financial requests from her late husband's $10 million trust, raising concerns about the trust's management and the adequacy of its legal set...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 03, 2025

My sister has a learning disability and her husband squandered $100,000. How do I protect her from h...

A family member seeks guidance on safeguarding a relative with a learning disability from potential financial exploitation by her spouse, who has mismanaged a significant sum of mo...

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