Articles for author: Russ Cohen

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Should Investors Buy the Post-Earnings Dip in Salesforce (CRM) Stock?

Despite posting favorable Q2 results after market hours on Wednesday, Salesforce CRM stock dropped as much as 12% in today’s trading session before paring back some of its early morning losses. As the leading provider of on-demand customer relationship management software, investors may be wondering if now is an opportune time to buy Salesforce stock for ...

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Why This Vanguard Technology ETF Is Your Smartest AI Play

Key Points The Vanguard Information Technology ETF holds the core AI infrastructure players. Year-to-date returns of 12.1% outpace the S&P 500’s 9.8%, proving tech remains the epicenter of AI value creation. With a 0.09% expense ratio and instant diversification across 317 tech stocks, it’s the most efficient way to invest in AI’s continued expansion. 10 ...

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When Warren Buffett Says to Buy an S&P 500 Index Fund, Is He Advocating Putting 20% of Your Investment Portfolio in Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple?

Key Points Buffett has recommended S&P 500 index funds in the past. The S&P 500 has historically compounded in value because the big winners have offset mediocre returns of hundreds of companies. Berkshire continues to be a net seller of stock and park resources in cash. 10 stocks we like better than Berkshire Hathaway › ...

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Is Netflix a Trillion-Dollar Company?

Key Points Netflix is not part of the “Magnificent Seven” but is among the 20 largest U.S. companies by market cap. Time in the market has paid off for Netflix investors in the long run, despite a few steep price dips along the way. A trillion-dollar market cap isn’t guaranteed, but Netflix is one of ...

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Should Investors Buy the Post-Earnings Dip in Dollar Tree Stock?

Despite posting strong Q2 results on Wednesday, Dollar Tree DLTR stock dipped 8% in today’s trading session, with the post-earnings selloff appearing to be attibuted to a combination of somewhat underwhelming guidance for the thrid quarter and profit-taking. To that point, analysts have been concerned about margin pressure and the impact of tariffs ahead of the ...

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GM-Hyundai Alliance: Can it Counter China's Auto Dominance?

Chinese automakers’ rapid rise has forced global rivals to rethink their strategies. One example is the alliance between General Motors GM and Hyundai Motor, which centers on co-developing new vehicles. The two auto giants are now set to co-develop five vehicles to save costs while ensuring quality. As low-priced Chinese automakers continue to disrupt the ...

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BABA Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Increase Y/Y, Shares Rise

Alibaba BABA reported non-GAAP earnings of $2.06 per ADS in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, which lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.29%. In domestic currency, the company reported earnings of RMB 14.75, down 10% year over year. It posted first-quarter fiscal 2026 revenues of $34.6 billion. The top line beat the Zacks Consensus ...