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Here's What to Expect From UnitedHealth's Next Earnings Report
UnitedHealth is expected to release its fiscal first-quarter earnings later next month, and analysts project a single-digit profit drop.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What You Need to Know Ahead of W. R. Berkley's Earnings Release
W. R. Berkley is all set to announce its fiscal first-quarter earnings later next month, and analysts project a double-digit earnings growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
The General Mills Dividend Yields 6.53%. Is That Enough to Make Up for an Oil Price Shock?
General Mills’ high 6.53% dividend yield may look enticing, but it comes amid falling earnings, rising oil-driven cost pressures, and growing macro risks that could limit upside.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Hogs Close Thursday with Gains
Lean hog futures were down 7 cents in April, as the rest of the board was 17 to 75 cents higher on Thursday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $90.89 on Thursday afternoon, down 76 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was dow...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Cotton Rallies on Thursday
Cotton futures closed out the Thursday session with contracts 21 to 123 points higher across the board. The US dollar index was $0.296 higher at $99.695. Crude oil was up $3.46 on the day to $93.79. Export Sales data showed 202,444 RB of 2025/26 cott...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Corn Pushes Higher Late on Thursday
Corn futures closed the Thursday session with bulls giving a late push, as contracts were fractionally to 2 ¼ cents higher. May was the lonely holdout, down ¼ cent. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down 1/4 cent to $4.24 1/2. Expo...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Wheat Bulls Push Back Higher on Thursday
The wheat complex found some renewed strength on Thursday. Chicago SRW futures were 4 ½ to 7 ¼ cents higher in the front months on the day. KC HRW futures saw 4 to 9 cent gains on the Thursday session. MPLS spring wheat was up 4 ¼ to 5 cents...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Cattle Bulls See Late Session Strength
Live cattle futures pushed higher late on Thursday, with contracts closing 57 to 95 cents higher. Cash trade has been light with a few $234-235 sales. The Thursday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 1,024 head offered, as bids...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Soybeans Closes Higher on Thursday
Soybeans saw gains of 1 ¾ to 5 ½ cent gains in the front months on Thursday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was up 2 1/4 cents at $11.00 1/4. Soymeal futures were up 30 cents to $2.30, with Soy Oil futures up 42 to 96 points. Export....
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
META Stock Just Had Its Worst Day in Nearly a Year. Here's What Happened.
Why did Meta stock fall nearly 8% today? A combination of legal pressures, broad selling, and concerns about cash-burning all weighed on the Magnificent 7 stock.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
With Super Micro Facing Challenges, Is Dell Stock a Better Buy?
Super Micro and Dell are witnessing solid demand for AI-optimized server. However, SMCI stock is under pressure and lost substantial value.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Should You Still Bet on a Tesla-SpaceX Merger? Wedbush Says This 1 Key Development Means Yes.
Wedbush has flagged Terafab as a key signal, suggesting Tesla and SpaceX remain on a path toward eventual consolidation.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Get Paid to Use AI Agents? Why Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Just Pitched a Game-Changing New Compensation Model for Engineers.
Nvidia boss Jensen Huang wants to start paying employees using AI tokens. If this trend catches on, you can expect some huge implications in the world of work.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Stocks Slump on Iran War and Weakness in Chipmakers
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Thursday closed down -1.74%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -1.01%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -2.38%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) fell -1.72%,...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Robotaxis Are Expensive, and Investors Are Now Punishing Pony AI Stock. Have They Gone Too Far?
Pony stock sinks as Q4 revenue comes in down 18% on a year-over-year basis. BofA analyst explains why PONY shares are still worth buying on the post-earnings dip.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
GameStop Is Holding Nearly $9 Billion in Cash. What Does That Mean for GME Stock?
A smart, accretive acquisition could unlock significant upside while a misstep could quickly compress that premium.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Rising CPU Prices Could Boost Intel and AMD — Which Stock Is the Better Bet?
Intel and AMD will likely benefit from improving pricing dynamics in CPUs. Structural demand for CPUs continues to strengthen amid tightening supply conditions.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Netflix Could Be Setting Up for a Big Show, But I’m Not Convinced the Move Will Be Up. Here’s Why.
Netflix has a shockingly high ROAR score, but that still doesn't make it worth buying. Here's what investors need to know about NFLX stock today.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Analysts Expect Higher TPU Shipments. Why That Makes Broadcom Stock a Buy Now.
Analysts are bullish on Broadcom stock, expecting more than 40% upside from an increase in TPU units.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Costco Is Launching Standalone Gas Stations. Why the Heck Does Wall Street Care?
Costco’s push into standalone gas stations could strengthen its membership-driven model and fuel long-term growth, making it a closely watched move for COST stock.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Is Mark Zuckerberg Using AI to Replace Himself as CEO? New Agent Paints Grim Picture for Workers as Job Cuts Loom.
Meta: As Meta plans potential 20% workforce cuts, its CEO tests an AI assistant that could eliminate “layers of people” from organizational structure.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Dollar Supported by Iran War and Slumping Stocks
The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.35%. The dollar rose on Thursday as doubts about whether a ceasefire in Iran will materialize weighed heavily on stocks and boosted safe-haven demand for the dollar. Also, Thursday’s decline in US we...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Reddit Stock Appears to Be Another Victim of Social Media Addiction Trial Ruling as RDDT Falls Below 20-Day Moving Average
Reddit stock sinks as Los Angeles jury penalizes Meta, Google in social media addiction trial. Here’s why that makes RDDT shares unattractive to own in 2026.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Crude Oil Rallies as Iran Peace Talks in Doubt
May WTI crude oil (CLK26 ) on Thursday closed up +4.16 (+4.61%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26 ) closed up +0.1238 (+4.18%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rallied sharply on Thursday amid skepticism about a ceasefire in Iran. Crude prices also rose...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Nat-Gas Prices Climb as Weekly EIA Inventories Fall More Than Expected
April Nymex natural gas (NGJ26 ) on Thursday closed up +0.047 (+1.59%). Nat-gas prices settled higher on Thursday after weekly US gas storage levels fell more than expected. The EIA reported on Thursday that nat-gas inventories fell -54 bcf in the w...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
This Stock Is Up 1,229% in Just the Past Year, But Don’t Bet Your Retirement Money on It
Tango Therapeutics (TNGX) has surged 1,229% over the past year. Shares are trading at a new all-time high and have strong technical momentum. TNGX maintains a 100% “Buy” technical opinion from Barchart. Short interest is exceptionally high at 34.16...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Are Beans Going to Trade in the Teens?
Soybean futures have been rallying since mid-January 2026. While the price reached nearly $12.40 per bushel, it corrected sharply on March 16 to near the $11.45 level. Several factors will determine if beans can trade in the teens during the 2026 cro...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Down 15% in 2026, Should You Buy the Dip in Alibaba Stock?
Alibaba is down so far this year, and also fell after revenue and earnings missed estimates
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From Truist Financial's Next Quarterly Earnings Report
Truist Financial is expected to release its fiscal first-quarter earnings next month, and analysts project a double-digit profit rise.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
META Stock Plunges into Oversold Territory as Meta Platforms Loses in Key Social Media Addiction Trial
Meta shares slip as an LA jury finds the company liable in a social media addiction trial. Here’s how you should play META stock on the dip today.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Bank of America Says CoreWeave Stock Can Gain 25% from Here. Should You Buy CRWV Now?
CoreWeave may be using share-based compensation as a means of competing with Big Tech for human capital while conserving its cash.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Crude Oil Strength Pushes Sugar Prices Sharply Higher
May NY world sugar #11 (SBK26 ) on Thursday closed up +0.32 (+2.06%), and May London ICE white sugar #5 (SWK26 ) closed up +5.60 (+1.23%). Sugar prices rallied sharply on Thursday, with NY sugar posting a 5.5-month high. Sugar prices rallied in symp...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Cocoa Prices Rebound on Technical Short Covering
May ICE NY cocoa (CCK26 ) on Thursday closed up +31 (+0.99%), and May ICE London cocoa #7 (CAK26 ) closed up +28 (+1.20%). Cocoa prices recovered from 2.5-week lows on Thursday and settled higher. Oversold conditions sparked technical short covering...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Coffee Prices Retreat on Expectations for a Bumper Brazil Coffee Crop
May arabica coffee (KCK26 ) on Thursday closed down -8.45 (-2.67%), and May ICE robusta coffee (RMK26 ) closed down -33 (-0.91%). Coffee prices retreated on Thursday amid the outlook for a record Brazilian coffee crop. Marex Group Plc on Thursday pr...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
IGV’s Unusual Options Activity Suggests Software Stocks Are at a Crossroads. Time to Go Bullish or Bearish?
One of the iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF’s call options was the eighth-highest Vol/OI ratio in Wednesday’s trading. The software ETF looks to be at a crossroads. The question is whether the call option is bullish or bearish.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Cotton Rallying on Thursday
Cotton futures are trading with 107 to 142 point gains in the front months on Thursday. The US dollar index is $0.296 higher at $99.695. Crude oil is up $4.74 on the day to 95.06. Export Sales data showed 202,444 RB of 2025/26 cotton sold in the week...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Wheat Holding Higher on Thursday
The wheat complex is pushing higher so far on Thursday. Chicago SRW futures are 3 to 4 ¼ cents higher on the day. KC HRW futures are up 6 to 7 cents in the front months. MPLS spring wheat is up 1 to 2 cents at midday. Weekly Export Sales...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Corn Holding Lower on Thursday
Corn futures are trading with fractional to 2 cent losses in the front months on Thursday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is down 1 3/4 cents to $4.23. Export Sales data from this morning tallied corn sales at 1.22 MMT, which was on...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Soybeans Showing Slight Strength at Thursday’s Midday
Soybeans are trading with 2 to 3 cent gains in most front months on Thursday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is up 2 3/4 cents at $11.01 ½. Soymeal futures are up 40 cents to $1.20, with Soy Oil futures up 85 to 91 points. The White...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Cattle Trading Mixed on Thursday
Live cattle futures are down 45 to 55 cents at midday. Cash trade has been light with a few $234 sales. The Wednesday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 1,024 head offered, as bids were still $233-235 live and $368 in the beef....
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Hogs Showing Slight Thursday Weakness
Lean hog futures are trading with 7 to 15 cent losses at midday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $90.92 on Thursday morning, down 35 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was down another 6 cents on March 24 at $91.65. Hogs...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
This Bollinger Band Screener Strategy Catches Stocks Before They Break Out
Are you using this volatility indicator the wrong way? Check out this quick video clip to see how our top technical strategist screens for trades.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Why You Should Care About the Billions Flowing Into ETFs as Much as the Oil Flowing Through the Strait of Hormuz
While the Strait of Hormuz is capturing investor attention, ETF inflows are telling a story of their own. Here's what to know.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Surging Crude Oil Prices Support Sugar
May NY world sugar #11 (SBK26 ) today is up +0.35 (+2.25%), and May London ICE white sugar #5 (SWK26 ) is up +7.60 (+1.67%). Sugar prices are sharply higher today, with NY sugar posting a 5.5-month high. Sugar prices are tracking today's +4% surge i...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz Crisis Provided a Temporary Distraction from a Collapse Brewing in AI Stocks. What Comes Next Could Get Ugly.
April is likely to be the month of a great AI reality check.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Cocoa Prices Pressured by Favorable Crop Conditions in West Africa
May ICE NY cocoa (CCK26 ) today is down -4 (-0.13%), and May ICE London cocoa #7 (CAK26 ) is down -2 (-0.09%). Cocoa prices today added to this week's losses and posted 2.5-week lows. The outlook for a bumper West African cocoa crop is undercutting...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Earnings Preview: What To Expect From Fifth Third Bancorp's Report
Fifth Third Bancorp is poised to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts predict a double-digit growth in the company’s bottom-line figure.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
The Outlook for a Bumper Brazil Coffee Crop Hammers Prices
May arabica coffee (KCK26 ) today is down -6.80 (-2.15%), and May ICE robusta coffee (RMK26 ) is down -3 (-0.08%). Coffee prices are retreating today on the outlook for a record Brazil coffee crop. Marex Group Plc today projected a record 2026/27 Br...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Elliott Management Is Betting Billions on Synopsys. Should You Buy SNPS Stock Too?
Elliott’s multibillion‑dollar stake is essentially a high‑conviction vote that Synopsys’ AI and chip‑design moat can keep supporting a premium valuation.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Crude Oil Sharply Higher on Concerns About Escalation of the Iran War
May WTI crude oil (CLK26 ) today is up +3.90 (+4.32%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26 ) is up +0.1080 (+3.65%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are sharply higher today on skepticism about a ceasefire in Iran. Also, a report today from Axios that said...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Iran Ceasefire Skepticism Weighs on Stocks
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.64%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.16%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.05%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.69%, and June E-min...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
State Street Earnings Preview: What to Expect
State Street is expected to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts predict a double-digit growth in the company’s bottom-line figure.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Why Sugar Prices Are Up on Oil Price Gains and How to Trade Sugar Futures Now
July sugar futures present a buying opportunity on more price strength.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
United Airlines' Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know
United Airlines is poised to reveal its first-quarter results soon, and Wall Street analysts expect its EPS to grow by double digits.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Out-of-This-World Options: 3 Larger, Diverse Spread Trades in Rocket Lab Stock
Rocket Lab is an emerging bet on the space industry, and options traders are clearly taking notice.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Charles Schwab’s Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know
This is what analysts expect from Charles Schwab ahead of its Q1 results, as the stock is down almost 5% this year.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Iran Ceasefire Doubts Boost the Dollar
The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.19%. The dollar is climbing today as doubts about whether a ceasefire in Iran will materialize weigh on stocks and boost safe-haven demand for the dollar. Also, today's decline in US weekly continuing une...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
CEO Anthony Noto Just Bought 28,900 Shares of SoFi Stock. Should You Back Up the Truck?
SOFI stock looks risky right now, given accounting accusations and AI fears.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From BNY's Next Quarterly Earnings Report
BNY’s Q1 results are just around the corner. Here’s what analysts expect out of this banking stalwart.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What You Need To Know Ahead of Johnson & Johnson's Earnings Release
Johnson & Johnson is expected to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts are projecting a single-digit decline in its EPS.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From Marsh & McLennan's Q1 2026 Earnings Report
Marsh & McLennan is set to deliver its first-quarter results in April, and analysts project single-digit earnings growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Memory Prices Could Spike More Than 100%: Buy Micron Stock Here
Wedbush is bullish on memory stocks like Micron as analysts anticipate a huge jump in prices.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
PepsiCo Earnings Preview: What to Expect
Here’s what analysts expect from PepsiCo’s upcoming quarterly results…
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Anavex Life Sciences Stock Is Deeply Oversold. Should You Buy the Dip?
Anavex shares crash as the EMA indicates it won’t issue a positive opinion on its candidate Alzheimer’s drug. Here’s why long-term investors may still consider loading up on AVXL stock today.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Stocks Fall as Crude Oil Jumps on Doubts About a Ceasefire in Iran
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.50%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.77%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.43%, and June E-min...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
3 Top Strait of Hormuz Stocks, and How the FCC is Boosting SpaceX
Our senior market strategist unpacks the investing opportunities behind this week’s big headlines, including the SpaceX IPO and the Strait of Hormuz slowdown.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Why Is SanDisk (SNDK) Stock Down Today and Should You Buy the Dip?
SanDisk stock sank on a $1 billion Nanya investment and Google’s reveal of TurboQuant. But there’s reason to buy the dip in SNDK shares.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Broadcom Insiders Are Selling Stock. Is AVGO Finally at the End of the Road?
Broadcom insiders recently sold $88 million in stock, rattling investors even as the company’s AI‑driven results and guidance remain strong.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From CSX Corporation’s Next Quarterly Earnings Report
Here’s what analysts are expecting from freight rail giant CSX Corp’s upcoming Q1 results…
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Morgan Stanley Says This Is the Top Thing for Tesla Stock Bulls to Watch in 2026
Morgan Stanley says the biggest potential driver for Tesla this year is whether it can launch an unsupervised robotaxi fleet
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What You Need To Know Ahead of Travelers' Earnings Release
Travelers is poised to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts predict a triple-digit jump in the company’s bottom-line figure.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From Omnicom Group's Q1 2026 Earnings Report
Omnicom Group is expected to announce its first-quarter results soon, and analysts expect its EPS to grow by a single digit.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Bank of America Sees 30% Upside Potential in Microsoft Stock: Buy the Mag 7 Leader Now?
Bank of America reinstates its bullish rating on tech giant Microsoft with over 30% upside.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Hogs Look to Thursday Trade
Lean hog futures saw mixed trade on Wednesday, with contracts up 17 cents to 40 cents lower. Open interested slipped 1,374 contracts on Wednesday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $91.65 on Wednesday afternoon, down 97 cents from the da...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Wheat Starting Thursday with Slight Losses
Wheat is facing 1 to 5 cent losses in the front months early on Thursday. The wheat complex is showing strength on Wednesday. Chicago SRW futures were 6 ¼ to 7 ¾ cents higher at the close. Open interest showed some new buying, up 6,588 contracts on W...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026