Articles for category: Market News

Russ Cohen

3 Defensive Dividend Stocks to Weather Market Uncertainty

Amid renewed market turbulence, investors are turning to time-tested defensive names. These three stocks offer resilient dividends and essential products. They provide stability and income when uncertainty looms. When markets turn choppy and headlines swing between geopolitical risk, inflation scares and shifting rate expectations, dividend-paying defensives often reclaim center stage as investors seek shelter in ...

Russ Cohen

SoundHound’s Bottom Is In—Inflection and 50% Upside Ahead?

’s stock price hit bottom earlier this year and is on track to reverse. While persistent issues like cash burn remain, the company appears to be gaining traction and has a significant acquisition ahead. The Acquisition LivePerson is a conversational cloud AI platform whose business is driven by a messaging platform, enabling brands to converse ...

Russ Cohen

Is Intuitive Surgical a Buy-the-Dip Stock Right Now?

Despite a $160 billion market cap and a 556% return over the last decade, may still fly under the radar for many investors. That said, shares are down about 25% from their highs and have fallen almost 15% over the past year. The company develops technologies that help physicians perform minimally invasive procedures worldwide. Its ...

Russ Cohen

Is Costco Preparing Another Special Dividend This Year?

It’s hard to think about dividends with the S&P 500 making new highs every day, but isn’t offering your typical quarterly dividend. The company has a history of paying special dividends to shareholders, which are typically announced without warning during an earnings report. Why the Next Costco Special Dividend Could Come Later This Year Costco ...

Russ Cohen

Dow Jones Rises as US NFP Beats, Middle East Stays in Focus

US stocks are holding onto gains after a stronger-than-expected US report, and as investors continue to monitor developments in the US – Iran war. US Futures 0.36%, 0.44%, and 0.65% In Europe -0.28% and -1% U.S. stocks are heading towards more record highs NFP records 115k jobs added in April, unemployment holds at 4.3% Chip ...