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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 22, 2025

BJ’s Wholesale CEO warns that tariffs ‘may drive prices higher.’ Stock falls as sales disappoint.

BJ’s Wholesale faces potential cost increases due to tariffs, which could affect pricing, while recent sales results have fallen short of expectations, leading to a decline in the...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 22, 2025

This investor banks on Munger’s advice to ride out volatility in markets and Tesla

The investor relies on long-term guidance from Munger to navigate market fluctuations and identifies potential investments in Tesla, focusing less on short-term price changes and m...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 22, 2025

Trump’s tariffs stunned Main Street. Now they could starve Wall Street.

The recent imposition of tariffs initially disrupted local businesses and is now beginning to impact major financial markets, potentially reducing investment opportunities and over...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 22, 2025

Here come the price hikes: Nike reportedly is increasing prices by up to 7%.

Nike's decision to raise product costs by up to 7% may impact consumer spending and revenue, reflecting adjustments in the company's pricing strategy amid market and economic influ...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 22, 2025

Is the stock market closed on Memorial Day? Are banks and the post office open?

Financial markets observe Memorial Day by suspending trading activities, while certain essential services may maintain operations, affecting transaction timings and access to banki...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 22, 2025

The surprising factor that’s driving up home-foreclosure rates

Extreme weather events have increasingly contributed to rising home-foreclosure rates by causing property damage and financial strain, significantly impacting homeowners' ability t...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Sales at Urban Outfitters’ namesake stores make a rare gain, shrugging off tariff impact for now

Urban Outfitters experienced an uncommon increase in revenue at its main retail locations, indicating resilience despite tariffs, and plans to implement modest, selective price adj...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Three bank stocks to avoid — and 18 to buy — from analysts at Jefferies

Analysts at Jefferies evaluated numerous regional banks in preparation for upcoming regulatory assessments, identifying several stocks with potential value and others that may carr...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Along with price hikes, here’s how else Walmart might maintain margins while navigating tariffs

Walmart intends to reduce its workforce by approximately 1,500 positions to control expenses and enhance operational efficiency while addressing challenges posed by inflation and o...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Bond ‘vigilantes’ are sending warnings globally. What does that mean for your portfolio?

Rising government bond yields worldwide reflect increased investor caution about fiscal stability, potentially impacting portfolio returns and risk assessments across various marke...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

Wolfspeed’s stock more than halves its value as bankruptcy fears build

The company’s increasing financial obligations and potential restructuring have led to a significant decline in its market valuation, reflecting growing investor concerns about its...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 21, 2025

AMD’s stock is worth a fresh look, Bank of America says

Bank of America highlights AMD's potential to gain a notable share in the AI chip industry, suggesting its stock may offer valuable investment prospects despite current market perc...

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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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