stocks
Coverage of stocks in the Nexus archive.
- Warren Buffett Watch: It's Buffett, not Abel, who appears to be calling the shots on stocks
Greg Abel, the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, appears to be allowing Warren Buffett and portfolio manager Ted Weschler to make all decisions on the company's equities. The title suggests that Warren Buffett is making key decisions concerning stocks rather than Abel.
- Europe Has Its Own Biotech Star as Argenx Soars on Trial Success
Europe is highlighted as having its own 'Biotech Star,' exemplified by Argenx's stock soaring following successful trials. Overall, the article notes that it has been a big week for biotech stocks on both sides of the Atlantic.
- UBS’s Baweja Says Margin Pressure Is a Risk for Stocks in 2027
Bhanu Baweja, chief strategist at UBS Group AG, suggests that strong US earnings growth should push stocks higher in the near term. However, he warns of potential future uncertainty regarding margins and the overall stock outlook beginning in 2027.
- Our 4-year-old son has $100,000 in his 529 account. Should we buy him stocks instead?
A 4-year-old son currently possesses $100,000 in a 529 account. The parent is considering whether purchasing stocks would be a better investment strategy and noted that the son also holds a separate brokerage account with only $500.
- FTSE 100 Live: UK Stocks Set to Outperform Europe as Energy Shares Slide
The FTSE 100 live report indicates that UK stocks are set to outperform Europe in market performance. This anticipated outperformance contrasts with a significant slide observed in energy shares.
- Stocks keep shrugging off rising Treasury yields. Here’s the level that could finally trigger a selloff.
The 10-year Treasury yield continues to climb despite stocks shrugging off the increase. Strategas stated that the ascent of yields will be much higher before stocks are predicted to start hurting.
- Fund managers have rarely been this bullish about stocks, says a Bank of America survey
A Bank of America survey revealed that fund managers are highly bullish regarding stocks. Despite potential concerns about higher interest rates, a global slowdown, political instability, and AI capex, investors reportedly aren't especially troubled by these factors in late summer.
- BofA Poll Sees Few Bears Left as Investors Pile Into Stocks
Bullish global investors have raised their stock holdings to the highest levels in nearly five years, leaving little space for pessimists. According to Bank of America Corp.’s Michael Hartnett, investors are actively piling into stocks.
- Investor dubbed ‘AI stock god’ had 56% of his funds in these two stocks before it blew up
An investor dubbed ‘AI stock god’ invested 56% of his funds in two stocks that subsequently declined dramatically. Separately, the Situational Awareness fund concentrated a large portion of its capital on just five AI-related stocks near the end of the first half of 2026.
- Chasing This Rally Boosts the Need for Protection: Taking Stock
Reasons for being wary about stocks are disappearing, making a Goldilocks scenario look increasingly likely. Because of this outlook, the article advises that it is an opportune time to hedge against a market that may be priced for perfection.
- FTSE 100 Live: Futures Rise as Stocks Globally Rally
Futures are reported to be rising, driven by a global rally in stocks. This activity is notable for the FTSE 100 index.
- This old-school way of investing money is better than ever — even in the age of AI and mega-IPOs
An old-school method of investing money is performing well even amid advanced financial trends like AI and mega-IPOs. Specifically, the golden ratio for portfolio construction—a balance of 60% stocks and 40% bonds—is noted to be working again after undergoing minor adjustments.
- Rates are at multiyear highs, yet stocks have hit fresh records. Here’s how long the defiance can last.
LPL Financial reports that the relationship between bond yields and equities has turned negative again. This observation comes despite the fact that rates are at multiyear highs while stocks have hit fresh records.
- BofA’s Hartnett Sees a Republican Senate Win Fueling Stock Rally
Bank of America Corp. strategists suggest that success in the midterm elections for the Republicans and the Texas gubernatorial contest could set up stocks for a further rally. Separately, BofA’s Hartnett sees a Republican Senate Win as an event that would fuel a stock rally.
- Summer Markets Make Stocks Happy: 3-Minutes MLIV
Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie, and Mark Cudmore discussed key themes for analysts and investors during the "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." The segment highlighted that summer markets are making stocks happy. The source of this information was Bloomberg.
- FTSE 100 Live: Stock Futures Rise as Stocks Globally Rally
Stock futures are rising as stocks experience a global rally, according to reports from FTSE 100 Live.
- Asian Memory Chipmakers Rise as Sandisk Outlook Lifts Confidence
Asian memory-chip stocks climbed following a bullish outlook provided by Sandisk Corp. This market movement boosted optimism regarding the longer term benefits expected from the artificial intelligence boom.
- The AI boom is not just driving stocks — it’s also moving the foreign-exchange market
The AI boom is influencing both stocks and the foreign-exchange market. Traditionally, interest-rate differentials, inflation trends, and trade balances were thought to drive currency movement. However, companies expanding their artificial intelligence offerings are increasingly becoming a key driver in this market.
- ‘My husband and I are at odds’: Should we tap our home equity or sell stocks to build a $100,000 emergency fund?
A couple is at odds and debating whether to tap home equity or sell stocks in order to build a $100,000 emergency fund. They currently possess about $1.7 million invested but only around $20,000 in cash.
- This week’s solar eclipse could make stocks go down. No, really. Here’s why.
The solar eclipse occurring this week could potentially cause stocks to go down. Although the eclipse on Wednesday is unlikely to lead to the end of the bull market, it may still have an impact on investors.
- A stock just surged on news Situational Awareness had bought it. But its current fate is unclear.
Financial market disclosures made by Situational Awareness moved a stock on Wednesday. The article identifies Situational Awareness as a hedge fund that had previously liquidated its portfolio of stocks.
- SK Hynix, Samsung Extend Gains After Report Temasek to Invest
South Korean chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung extended their gains following a local media report. The report indicated that Singapore's Temasek Holdings Pte plans to invest in the stocks of these companies.
- When safe assets compete with risk. Lessons from the 1960s–90s for bitcoin and stocks.
Safe assets are currently competing with risk. The article draws lessons from historical periods spanning the 1960s through the 1990s, examining these dynamics for both bitcoin and stocks.
- Bears are in pain as the S&P 500 hits record highs. That may mean more upside for stocks.
Bears are experiencing pain as the S&P 500 reaches record highs, suggesting there may be more upside for stocks. Positioning analysis shows that shorts have not yet capitulated, a point suggested by Citi.
- Europe Stocks Poised to 'Grind Higher,' BNP Paribas Says
Benedicte Lowe, a strategist at BNP Paribas Markets 360, stated that the macroeconomic trends in Europe are showing undeniable improvement. She indicated that this positive 'macro story' points toward a favorable picture for stocks, suggesting European stocks are poised to increase.
- Santoli: Stocks return to their winning ways. But was July's brief pain enough to satisfy the market gods?
The stock market has a proven winning history, boasting a 100% hit rate over any past 20-year span. Despite this success, investors acknowledge or require an understanding of genuine hazard inherent in equities.
- Robinhood brings crypto trading to main UK app through Bitstamp
Robinhood has begun bringing crypto trading to its main UK application via Bitstamp. This service launch expands Robinhood's offerings by integrating crypto alongside other financial instruments in the UK. The added options include stocks, ISAs, options, and futures.
- [US] Whop randomly sent me an email saying I am going to be charged for some trading course?
A user received an unexpected email from the site Whop regarding a payment collection for a subscription renewal for a trading course called "the humble trader." The submitter stated that they have never used either the site or purchased any courses, questioning the validity of the charge and the legitimacy of Whop.
- Top Wall Street analysts like these 3 stocks for their solid growth potential
Top Wall Street analysts point to 3 stocks showing solid growth potential. Separately, investors are closely monitoring earnings releases from AI companies amid concerns regarding the durability of high spending and demand.
- The government owns some of the same stocks you do. Here’s why that is risky.
The U.S. government has taken stakes in companies, using ownership as an industrial-policy tool rather than an emergency measure. This marks a shift from past practices where government involvement was typically a last-resort support.
- Bitcoin flat at $64,000 as stocks print records and Hormuz deal nears
Bitcoin remains stable at $64,000 as stock markets reach record highs. A potential Hormuz deal is nearing completion, which could impact global markets.
- Traders are using options to chase a runaway rebound in stocks, pushing the market even higher
Stocks have risen sharply over the past four trading sessions, leading investors to increase bullish options bets to avoid missing out on the market's upward momentum. Traders are leveraging options strategies to participate in the market's rapid gains.
- These charts suggest the S&P 500 is looking like a bargain. Take them with a grain of salt.
The S&P 500 is at an all-time high with valuation metrics flashing green, but the article notes stocks appear both expensive and cheap simultaneously, advising caution.
- Trump Says Talks Are Iran’s ‘Last Chance’, Stocks Near Record Highs | The Opening Trade 8/4/2026
Stocks rose as investors focused on corporate earnings, while Iran indicated progress in negotiations with Oman to ease shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump expressed frustration after canceling a planned major attack on Iran.
- We're trimming an industrial and buying another name. Plus, 2 more stocks we're eyeing
The company is trimming an industrial business, acquiring another company, and considering two additional stocks for investment. The moves are part of strategic adjustments in the new trading week.
- Goldman traders are on pace for a record year. A close-up look at how they're doing it
Goldman Sachs traders are on track for a record year, according to a new interview with CNBC. A Goldman executive discussed factors driving stock markets, future market trends, and the role of the bank's equities desk in its growth.
- July ends on a hopeful note for stocks after momentum trade sees biggest wipeout since 2000
July ends with a hopeful note for stocks despite the momentum trade experiencing its largest wipeout since 2000. Investors are observing signs that the market bottom may be approaching or already reached.
- Falling stocks, a tumbling currency and now Bank Indonesia’s governor resigns
Bank Indonesia’s governor resigns amid falling stocks and a declining currency, raising concerns about policy unpredictability. The abrupt departure of a technocrat during a volatile period has intensified worries about economic stability.
- Investors are piling into bond funds at a rapid rate. That’s a problem.
Investors are rapidly increasing investments in bond funds, but the article argues that stocks may currently offer a better return. The piece highlights a shift in perceived safety between bond funds and stocks.
- Leveraged ETFs are booming in 2026. But they’re also being shut down at a record pace.
Leveraged ETFs are experiencing a boom in 2026 but are also being closed at a record pace. These funds, designed for magnified bullish and bearish bets on stock and financial market swings, are shutting down rapidly.