Market News

The week's market headlines, summarized. Updated weekly.

This Little-Known Cryptocurrency Is Up 217% for the Year. But Is It a Buy?

Zcash has surged 217% this year but investors should scrutinize its long-term fundamentals, which have historically been weaker than recent performance suggests.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

Ross Gerber Asks Why Tesla Isn't Advertising With Gas at $6.50 a Gallon in LA. 'It's Just Infuriating to Me How Poorly Run Tesla Is'

Investor Ross Gerber criticized Tesla's marketing strategy, arguing the company is missing an opportunity to capitalize on high gas prices in California.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

‘Don’t Ship Products Until They’re in Control’: Nvidia’s Huang Weighs In on AI Safety Debate

Nvidia's CEO expressed concerns about premature product launches in the AI sector, commenting on tensions between public statements and actual practices by major AI company leaders.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

1 Agentic AI Chip Stock to Buy and 1 to Sell

AMD is recommended as a buy for AI chip exposure while ARM Holdings is viewed as overvalued relative to its agentic AI prospects.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

‘It Won’t Work’: Clark Howard Warns Capital One Quietly Moved Its Cheapest Customers to Discover

Capital One transferred certain cardholders to the Discover network, which has limited acceptance internationally, a move driven by financial calculations rather than customer benefit.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

JPMorgan Predicts IREN Will Generate $24 Billion in Annual Revenue by 2030

JPMorgan upgraded IREN to Overweight with a price target suggesting significant growth potential, raising questions about valuation assumptions in AI infrastructure stocks.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

The 3 "Magnificent Seven" Stocks That I'm Buying Now

An analyst is recommending three stocks from the Magnificent Seven group that are leading in artificial intelligence performance and expected to deliver strong returns.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

Intuit vs. Oracle: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Intuit and Oracle represent opposite bets on AI's impact: one is investing heavily in data center infrastructure while the other must defend legacy tax software against AI disruption.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

Apple faces $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict over iPhone and Apple Watch haptics

A federal jury ordered Apple to pay $5.7 billion for patent infringement related to iPhone and Apple Watch haptic technology, though the company plans to appeal.

CNBC · 26 Sept 2026

The blue-collar AI job market is booming. Will data center backlash make it go bust?

Blue-collar workers in HVAC, plumbing, welding, and electrical trades are experiencing a jobs boom from data center construction, but public backlash and state-level restrictions pose risks to sustained demand.

CNBC · 26 Sept 2026

Here's how high-income Americans keep spending in a shaky economy

Wealthy Americans are maintaining spending despite economic uncertainty through various financial strategies, indicating divergent economic resilience between income levels.

Yahoo · 26 Sept 2026

Here's exactly what Paramount promised Hollywood to land WBD — and why some are still skeptical

Paramount's antitrust settlement with regulators addressing theatrical distribution concerns has satisfied some industry players, but uncertainty remains about the post-agreement period.

CNBC · 25 Sept 2026

Goldman Sachs Outweighs Microsoft in This Popular Dow ETF, and Share Price Is the Only Reason

A popular Dow ETF holds a larger allocation to Goldman Sachs than Microsoft due to equal-weight indexing methodology, meaning share price rather than market value determines holdings.

Yahoo · 25 Sept 2026

If a Stock Market Crash Is Coming, I'm Buying This 1 Vanguard ETF Without Hesitation

A Vanguard ETF is presented as a defensive investment option that could provide balanced growth and income if a market downturn occurs.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Cathie Wood Never Sold Ark's Core Stake in Tesla Despite the Stock Trailing Every Other Magnificent Seven Name in 2026. Here's Why Her Multi-Year Conviction Hasn't Wavered.

Cathie Wood has maintained her bullish stance on Tesla and retained Ark's core position despite the stock underperforming other Magnificent Seven companies during 2026.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Could Circle Internet Group (CRCL) Become A Bigger Force In Onchain Finance?

Circle Internet Group launched Arc, a blockchain network designed for financial markets, backed by major institutional validators including BlackRock and Visa, integrating the company's stablecoins for various financial transactions.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Three Frontier Labs Are Building a FINRA-Style Safety Body. History Suggests It Won’t Be a Brake.

Three major AI companies have formally coordinated on industry safety protocols, establishing a governance structure similar to existing financial regulatory bodies, though enforcement mechanisms remain unclear.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Cramer strongly recommends buying beaten-down 90s tech legend

Jim Cramer has recommended a former major mobile phone manufacturer as a potential artificial intelligence investment opportunity, though the company's recent cash flow metrics present some investor concerns.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Forget Buying All Seven: The "Magnificent Seven" Stock Most Likely to Double by 2028

An analyst argues that one of the Magnificent Seven stocks is undervalued and has potential to double by 2028 based on its compounding characteristics.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Bank of America resets Amazon stock forecast on delivery plan

Bank of America raised its Amazon stock price target following the public release of internal documents related to the company's delivery expansion strategy.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Meta stock delivers a bold case for a $900 target

Wall Street analysts present a bullish case for Meta stock reaching $900, highlighting overlooked investment thesis points that could drive further gains.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Kevin O’Leary Warns Investors About the ‘Biggest Killer’ of Investment Value: 'Your Equity Can get Wiped Out Fast' When Markets Turn

Kevin O'Leary cautioned investors that excessive use of borrowed money to fund investments can rapidly eliminate gains when market conditions reverse.

Yahoo · 19 Sept 2026

Oil slides after China asks Iran to limit Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities - Reuters

Oil prices declined after China reportedly urged Iran to restrain Houthi militant attacks on Saudi Arabian oil infrastructure.

Reuters · 19 Sept 2026

Flames, smoke seen near Riyadh airport; Houthis claim attacks on Saudi capital - Reuters

Houthi militants claimed responsibility for attacks on Saudi Arabia's capital, with reports of flames and smoke near Riyadh airport.

Reuters · 19 Sept 2026

Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law - Reuters

President Trump signed legislation imposing new sanctions on Russia into law.

Reuters · 18 Sept 2026

Turkey revokes operating license of Iran's Mellat Bank amid US measures - Reuters

Turkey revoked the operating license of Iran's Mellat Bank as part of compliance with US sanctions measures.

Reuters · 18 Sept 2026

Russia sanctions bill gives Trump sweeping new tariff powers - Reuters

Recent Russia sanctions legislation grants the Trump administration broad authority to implement additional tariffs.

Reuters · 18 Sept 2026

Dividend Champion, Contender, And Challenger Highlights: Week September 20

A weekly tracker report covers dividend updates and upcoming dates for companies classified as Dividend Champions, Contenders, and Challengers.

SeekingAlpha · 18 Sept 2026

Wall Street Brunch: Make Or Break Inflation For The Fed

A daily podcast covering Wall Street news and Federal Reserve inflation policy is launching with early morning availability for investors.

SeekingAlpha · 6 Sept 2026

Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes as US economic squeeze bites - Reuters

US economic pressure is reducing Iran's strategic leverage through the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global oil market dynamics.

Reuters · 6 Sept 2026