Articles for author: Russ Cohen

Russ Cohen

Is Apple a Sensible Buy Amid Regulatory Challenges? Is Apple a Sensible Buy Amid Regulatory Challenges?

The tech industry’s “Magnificent Seven” have endured a tumultuous year, with Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) facing a particularly rough patch, only surpassed by Tesla among its peers in this unfortunate category. Apple’s financial performance has failed to impress investors, and a recent clash with regulatory authorities has further dulled its allure. The question arises: Should investors ...

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The Resilience of Costco Wholesale and Marvell Technology in a Volatile Market

The technological landscape has ushered in the era of artificial intelligence (AI), capturing investors’ attention with tech giants like Nvidia, Super Micro Computer, and Amazon dominating the market. However, amidst the frenzy, lesser-known growth stocks are emerging as beacons of promise for patient investors, offering substantial returns in due time. The Resilience of Costco Wholesale ...

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The Rise of Nvidia in the AI Sector: A Threat to Apple and Microsoft? The Rise of Nvidia in the AI Sector: A Threat to Apple and Microsoft?

Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has emerged as the hottest player in the artificial intelligence (AI) space. Its cutting-edge graphics processing units (GPUs) are the most important hardware element of the servers that run advanced AI applications. In the particularly high-margin category of GPUs tailored to run AI and other accelerated computing applications, Nvidia currently commands roughly ...

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Analysis of Kodiak Sciences and Other Stocks Movement Unveiling the Mysteries Behind Kodiak Sciences’ Downturn and Other Equities Surge in Thursday’s Mid-Day Trading

Shares of Kodiak Sciences Inc. KOD experienced a sharp decline during Thursday’s trading session following the announcement of a larger-than-anticipated fourth-quarter loss. Kodiak Sciences recorded a quarterly loss of $1.13 per share, surpassing the market’s forecast of 77 cents per share. As a result, Kodiak Sciences shares tumbled by 19.9% to $5.97 by mid-day on ...

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The Unspoken Stocks: Benzinga’s Stock Whisper Index Unveils 5 Intriguing Investments The Unspoken Stocks: Benzinga’s Stock Whisper Index Unveils 5 Intriguing Investments

Every week, Benzinga’s Stock Whisper Index delves into the mysterious depths of the market, uncovering five stocks that are quietly gaining traction but have yet to enter the mainstream conversation. Investors are perennially scouring for hidden gems, unearthed treasures, and emerging stars in the financial universe. Amidst the vast expanse of investing strategies available, the ...

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Exploring Recent Activity in Merck & Co’s Options Trading Realm Exploring Recent Activity in Merck & Co’s Options Trading Realm

Deep-pocketed investors have been making waves in the realm of Merck & Co (MRK) options trading, signaling a significant shift in market sentiment. This uptick in activity, as observed by Benzinga, hints at potential substantial developments on the horizon. Today’s data unearthed by Benzinga’s options scanner revealed 11 unusual options activities concerning Merck & Co, ...

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The Rise of Nvidia’s Blackwell Chip: Key Stocks for Investors to Watch

Benefitting from Nvidia’s Breakthrough Last week, the tech world gathered in San Jose for Nvidia’s unveiling of their latest chips, codenamed Blackwell. These chips are expected to enhance Nvidia’s already powerful h100 chips, providing a significant boost to the company. The ripple effect from this announcement is projected to benefit various AI stocks, adding to ...

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The Elite Seven Performers: A Deep Dive into the Best and Worst Stocks in the Market The Elite Seven Performers: A Deep Dive into the Best and Worst Stocks in the Market

The Rise of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ As the S&P 500 surged from its bear market lows to record highs, a select group of stocks, dubbed the “Magnificent Seven,” stood out like stars in a western film. These stocks, akin to the legendary outlaws of the Old West, propelled the market upward with double or triple-digit ...