Fernanda Horner

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Digital Content Manager at Schaeffer's Investment Research

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3 Crypto Stocks Surging as Bitcoin Climbs Back Above $90K

2 days ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

Bitcoin (BTC) was last seen trading back above $90,000, after U.S. exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track its price reported the biggest daily inflows since January, totaling $381.4 million. In response, the shares of Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ:COIN), MicroStrategy Inc (NASDAQ:MSTR), Riot Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:RIOT) are surging. COIN is up 10.2% to trade at $192.78 at last check, chipping away at its 23.7% year-to-date deficit.
Dow Pares Monday Selloff as Stocks Snap Back

2 days ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

Stocks bounced back in a big way today. The Dow pared yesterday's selloff, while the Nasdaq reclaimed 16,000, with both indexes snapping four-day losing streaks. The S&P 500 enjoyed outsized gainsas well, after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly told investors there "will be a de-escalation” in China trade tensions. Bessent's comments helped spark a rally in tech stocks with China exposure.
Dow Gaps Lower as Powell Draws Trump Ire

3 days ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

The Dow shed 971 points on Monday and the Nasdaq gapped 2.6% lower, with both indexes marking fourth-straight losses, as investors returned from Easter to President Trump's criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell. The S&P 500 sold off as well, with Trump posting on Truth Social that the U.S. economy could struggle if the central bank doesn't lower interest rates. White House economic advisor Kevin Hassett said a team is currently studying Powell's termination amid Trump's calls for his resignation.
Tesla Stocks Looks to Extend Losses Before Earnings

3 days ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock is down 7.1% to trade at $224.28 at last glance, one of the worst-performing Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) components today. Barclays lowered its price objective on the equity to $275 from $325, citing “confusing” earnings visibility ahead of the electric vehicle (EV) company’s first-quarter report, which is due out after the close tomorrow, April 22. What's more, Reuters reported production of its cheaper, U.S.-made Model Y car is delayed.
Fed, Tariff Fatigue Drive Stocks to Weekly Losses

1 week ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

The S&P 500 saved itself from today's Fed fatigue but finished well off session highs, as investor optimism dulled amid interest rate and tariff uncertainty. The Dow and Nasdaq were not as fortunate, logging their third-straight loss, the former shedding 527 points as UnitedHealth Group (UNH) weighed and the latter suffering from more tech malaise. On a weekly basis, all three major indexes marked their third loss in the last four.
Nasdaq, Dow Plummet on Murky Interest Rate Picture

1 week ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

Stocks succumbed to Fed rhetoric today, with the Dow retreating back below 40,000 and the Nasdaq shedding over 3%. Speaking at the Economic Club of Chicago, Fed Chair Jerome Powell expressed concerns over President Trump's tariff policy, noting the levies may lead to higher inflation and “move us further away from our goals.” Powell also said the central bank is positioned to wait for "greater clarity" before adjusting is policies, offering little insight into the future of interest rates.
2 Gold Stocks Rallying as Prices Extend Record Run

1 week ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

Gold prices hit another record high today, as investors seek a safe haven amid tariff uncertainty and U.S.-China trade tensions. In response, shares of gold miners Kinross Gold Corp (NYSE:KGC) and Harmony Gold Mining Company Ltd (NYSE:HMY) are on the rise. KGC is up 2.2% to trade at $14.97 at last glance and trading at 14-year highs. The security is pacing for a sixth-straight daily gain, adding to its impressive 136.2% year-over-year lead.
Defense Stock Facing Resistance Ahead of Earnings

1 week ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

Aerospace and defense giant Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:LMT) will announce first-quarter results before the open on Tuesday, April 22. Analysts anticipate quarterly profits of $6.42 per share and revenue of $17.76 billion, or year-over-year growth of about 1.4% and 3.3%, respectively. LMT was last seen down 0.4% to trade at 473.46, on track to snap a five-day win streak.
Dow Settles Lower Amid Lingering Tariff Uncertainty

1 week ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

Stocks flipped into red territory this afternoon, with the Dow paring a triple-digit lead to finish 155 points lower, as the S&P 500 tumbled and the Nasdaq fell flat. Traders remain uncertain about President Trump's tariff policies, especially after Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested exemptions for smartphones, chips, and computers may be temporary.
Palantir Stock Higher as Options Bears Grow Bold

1 week ago | schaeffersresearch.com | Fernanda Horner

Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:PLTR) stock is up 4.7% at $92.69 at last check, enjoying tailwinds after President Donald Trump's tariff update included exemptions for the semiconductor and tech industries. The equity just nabbed its best week since early February, and now sports a 308.5% year-over-year lead, with support from its 160-day moving average capturing last week's pullback. It appears options traders took advantage of Palantir Technologies stock's dip.