Articles for author: Russ Cohen

Russ Cohen

Is Palantir Still a Millionaire-Maker Stock?

Key Points Palantir’s fundamentals continue to improve as U.S. government and commercial contracts accumulate. A high P/E ratio and $300 billion market cap make it more difficult for Palantir to produce substantial long-term returns. Still, if you want a growth stock that can beat the S&P 500 in the long run, Palantir may be worth ...

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Crypto Market Update: H1 Crypto Hacks Cross US$1B, Blockaid Reports

Get the latest insights on Bitcoin, Ether and altcoins, along with a round-up of key cryptocurrencymarket news Here’s a quick recap of the crypto landscape for Wednesday (July 29) as of 10:00 a.m. UTC. Bitcoin price update Bitcoin (BTC) was priced at US$64,650.02, up by 1.6 percent over the past 24 hours. ​Bitcoin price chart ...

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The S&P 500 and Dow Are on Track to Beat the Nasdaq for the First Time Since 2022. Here's What That Means for Investors.

Key Points The S&P 500 and Dow aren’t as tech-centeric as the Nasdaq Composite. Alphabet has been punished for its AI spending. Apple is soaring because its growth doesn’t depend on AI capital expenditures. 10 stocks we like better than Alphabet › In 2023, 2024, and 2025, the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) outperformed the S&P ...

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Vita Coco Growth Outlook Raised on Brand Demand and Global Expansion

The Vita Coco Company, Inc. COCO is gaining from rising demand for coconut water, broader retail adoption and faster international growth. The company’s raised 2026 outlook reflects strong brand momentum, private-label gains and the addition of Copra. The stock has also benefited from investor confidence in the category. Shares have outperformed the industry in the past six ...

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Netflix: Record Buybacks, Rising Margins, and a Slate in Need of a Refresh

Key Points Netflix shares sit near multi-year lows while management deploys billions into buybacks. Free cash flow and profit margins are expanding as the business model matures. Competition for consumer attention now extends well beyond traditional streaming rivals. 10 stocks we like better than Netflix › Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) shares fell 8% after its second-quarter ...

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Alibaba Plunges 19.7% YTD: Hold the Stock or Book Profits Now?

Alibaba Group BABA stock has clawed back some ground in July, but the year-to-date (YTD) scoreboard still tells an unflattering story, and investors weighing whether to hold on or lock in relief are staring at a business whose near-term fundamentals remain considerably shakier and more uncertain than the recent bounce off multi-month lows would otherwise ...

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Here’s What My System Says About 4 Big Tech Stocks Before Earnings…

A blockbuster earnings season doesn’t make every technology giant a strong stock. Listen to the audio version of this article (generated by AI). South Korea’s stock market came to a screeching halt this morning. After the benchmark KOSPI index plunged more than 8%, a marketwide circuit breaker automatically halted trading for 20 minutes to prevent ...