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Cash was king in 2023
With rates surging, $1.3 trillion flowed into cash, more than any asset class. (0:15) Microsoft's 'iPhone moment.' (2:06) Cathie Wood sheds remaining stake of Grayscale. (2:55)Show Notes24 global single name stock longs for 2024 - Morgan StanleyInitial jobless claims rise more than expected in past weekIntel slips even as Argus sings praise on AI, Israel foundryEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
04:4928/12/2023
Crypto names extend gains
Crypto-related names extend gains (1:15) Apple Watch ban paused by appeals court (1:46) and Alibaba fails to get suit dismissed (6:25).Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbShow links: 2024 Analyst Outlook: Lawrence Fuller On An Economic Soft Landing ScenarioFannie, Freddie stocks backtrack after rally, analyst Bove weighs inJD.com plans pay hike for staff amid competition, Chinese consumption woes reportSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
10:5928/12/2023
New York Times sues Microsoft, OpenAI
The paper alleges the companies illegally used its content to train AI models. (0:15) Chinese stocks fall below a major long-term support level. (1:46) Apple iPhone design chief said to join Jony Ive at new firm. (2:56)Show NotesCiti’s top stocks in healthcareSoftbank gets $7.6B worth T-Mobile stock at no extra costEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
04:2727/12/2023
Israeli grant lifts Intel
Intel (INTC) drives semiconductor stocks higher after Israeli grant for chip plant. (00:26) Dish Network (DISH) merger with EchoStar (SATS) slated to close Sunday. (01:16) Amazon Prime (AMZN) getting ads next month, or pay for ad-free streaming. (01:55)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Coherus BioSciences, Bit DigitalBig buying opportunities in the financial and industrial sectors - analystNio closes $2.2 billion strategic equity investment from CYVNBest and worst performing big names of 2023Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:4227/12/2023
Apple Watch ban begins
Imports and sales of Apple Watches are banned effective today due to patent issues. (0:15) FedEx announces share buyback. (1:42) There is a new dominant COVID-19 strain. (2:27)Show NotesCiti’s top picks in TechHome price growth eases slightly in October: S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller IndexEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
03:5926/12/2023
AstraZeneca to buy Gracell Biotechnologies
AstraZeneca (AZN) to buy Gracell Biotechnologies (GRCL) for $1.2 billion. (00:22) Manchester United (MANU) agrees to sell 25% stake to billionaire Jim Ratcliffe for $1.3B. (01:46) Nano Dimension (NNDM) offers to buy Stratasys (SSYS) for $16.50 a share (update). (02:30)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Gracell Biotechnologies, MBIA and moreAirline profits set to take off in 2024Intel's future may be turning around. One firm thinks it eventually splits upCannabis companies higher after Biden pardons thousands for marijuana offensesSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:4726/12/2023
Chaim Siegel is bullish for 2024
Chaim Siegel of Elazar Advisors has been bullish for most of 2023 and remains bullish for 2024. Why jobless claims are a key measure to watch (0:20) 3 major drivers to bonds (3:10). This is an abridged conversation from Seeking Alpha's recent Investing Experts podcast.Subscribe to Chaim's Fed TraderEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbShow links:Initial jobless claims edge up to 205,000Chance For A Market Dip In Early 2024 - Chaim SiegelWall Street Lunch: Big Moves In The Bond MarketSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
08:5324/12/2023
Nike warns on soft sales, increased promotions
Retail shocker: Nike (NKE) warns on soft sales, high promotional activity. (00:26) Cytokinetics (CYTK) soars amid report of Novartis (NVS), AstraZeneca (AZN) takeover interest. (02:35) Government opens investigation into frequent flyer programs. (03:12)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Rocket Lab, NetEase, Nike and moreNine buy-rated stocks in the Communication Services sector - CitiBecton, Dickinson in $85M settlement over failure to disclose defects with infusion pumpsDOJ says Ultragenyx to pay $6M to resolve Medicare claims allegationsSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
07:3122/12/2023
Warner Bros. Discovery reportedly in talks to merge with Paramount
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) talking to Paramount (PARA) about possible deal - reports. (00:26) Citigroup (C) plans to exit distressed debt trading - report. (01:54) Tesla (TSLA) supplier Panasonic (PCRFY) shelves plan to build EV battery plant in Oklahoma. (02:17)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Calliditas Therapeutics, BlackBerryAccenture to buy Jixie, a digital marketing platform in IndonesiaMicrosoft, OpenAI see authors join copyright lawsuit over AI models' training - reportAlphabet gains amid report of restructuring to impact ad sales unitSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:3721/12/2023
Apple Watch sales halt; Toyota suspends shipments
President Biden has until Sunday to decide on Apple Watch patent dispute (1:25), Atlanta Fed's Raphael Bostic doesn't see an urgency to cut rates (3:18) and Toyota suspends all Daihatsu shipments (5:15).Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbShow Notes:Biden has til Sunday to decide on Apple Watch patent dispute. He's watching it.Toyota suspends all Daihatsu shipments as safety testing scandal widensAtlanta Fed's Raphael Bostic doesn't see an urgency to cut ratesFedEx falls 7% after warning FY24 revenue will decline; UPS drops as well Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
11:1420/12/2023
Naval task force; Japanese takeover
U.S. forms naval taskforce to protect ships in Red Sea (1:32) Google to pay $700 million to settle Play Store lawsuit (2:30) and Japanese takeover of iconic U.S. Steel sees bipartisan opposition (3:42).Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbShow Notes:Japanese takeover of iconic U.S. Steel sees bipartisan oppositionGoogle to pay $700 million to settle Play Store lawsuitHouthi threat: U.S. forms naval taskforce to protect ships in Red SeaSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
10:4819/12/2023
Illumina to divest Grail
Illumina (ILMN) plans to divest Grail after U.S. Appeals Court decision. (00:23) IBM to acquire StreamSets and webMethods platforms from Software AG for €2.13B. (01:19) Chuck E. Cheese reportedly exploring a sale, may be worth over $1 billion. (01:48) Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Ebix and moreEarnings week ahead: Nike, FedEx, BlackBerry, Micron, Carnival and moreCanada EV push: Zero-emission car mandate expected this weekFashion executives see uncertainty for industry in 2024BTIG makes top medtech stock picks for 2024, sees sector stabilizingSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:3118/12/2023
Looking at VIX and earnings growth with Mott Capital Management
Mott Capital Management's Michael Kramer is looking at 2 things: what the market's anticipating for 2024 earnings growth and implied volatility levels (0:20). Finding (and getting in front of) extremely undervalued pockets in the market (3:20). This is an abridged conversation from Seeking Alpha's recent Investing Experts podcast.Subscribe to Michael's Reading The MarketsEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: 2024 Analyst Outlook: Mott Capital On Market Volatility, The Fed, And Investor Challenges And OpportunitiesThe Stock Market Rally Is Likely To Vanish As Earnings Estimates DeteriorateSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
09:5317/12/2023
Costco tops profit estimates, declares special dividend
Costco (COST) tops profit estimates, doles out $6.7B in special dividends. (00:25) Tesla (TSLA) bags incentives worth $153M for Mexico gigafactory. (01:25) FDA warns companies including Chewy (CHWY) over unapproved antimicrobial animal drugs. (02:22) Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Scholastic, Eos Energy and moreGM Cruise autonomous vehicle unit slashes 900 jobsAbbVie, Amgen among firms targeted for latest Medicare inflation penaltiesWhat lies ahead for Baidu in 2024 as it runs AI race with efficiency in mind?Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:0915/12/2023
Monster bond moves
10-year Treasury yield falls below 4% from 5% at breakneck speed. (0:15) Retail sales show a surprise gain. (2:17) Influential bank analyst upgrades 5 stocks in wake of Fed. (4:30)Show NotesUBS’ Top Global StocksWarren Buffett's Berkshire boosts Occidental stake again after CrownRock dealWHO calls for ban on flavored e-cigarettesEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:2414/12/2023
Adobe stumbles on weak outlook, FTC inquiry
Adobe (ADBE) stumbles on weak outlook, FTC inquiry. (00:22) Mattel's (MAT) American Girl is heading to the big screen after Barbie breakthrough. (01:50) Carrier (CARR) offloads global commercial refrigeration operations onto Haier (HRSHF) for $775M. (02:50)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Adobe, Ocular Therapeutix and moreUBS’ Top Global StocksRealty Income 2024: What to expectFive considerations for investing in 2024 - J.P. MorganSEC adopts rule requiring more Treasury trades to be centrally clearedSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:4614/12/2023
Dow notches record as Fed's Powell plays Santa
Chairman Jay Powell leans dovish after Fed keeps rates on hold. (0:15) Fed projection pencil in 3 rate cuts next year. (0:38) Stocks rally, Treasury yields fall as Dow Jones tops 37K. (1:35) Show NotesHSBC sets 2024 S&P 500 target of 5,000Pfizer slips as 2024 guidance with Seagen buyout disappointsEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:5213/12/2023
SpaceX valuation reportedly nears $180B
Elon Musk's SpaceX (SPACE) value said to be closer to $180B. (00:26) XPO to acquire 28 former Yellow service centers. (01:25) Snapchat+ (SNAP) surpasses 7M subscribers, rolls out new AI features for users. (01:54)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Take-Two Interactive, Coherent and moreDiabetes patients facing insurance hurdles getting GLP-1s: reportTarget is Goldman's retail top pick for 2024 + other buy ideasCOP28 ends with historic deal to shift away from fossil fuelsSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:5413/12/2023
Inflation fight on track
November CPI arrives about in line, but gives the Fed some room to push back on early rate cuts. (0:15) Oracle tumbles on cloud concerns. (2:35) Chevron doesn't expect hostilities in South America. (3:35)Show NotesTop growth stocks for those wary of valuations - GoldmanFord cuts back on all-electric F-150 production due to slower-than-anticipated demandEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:2712/12/2023
Epic Games wins antitrust fight against Google
Epic Games wins antitrust fight against Google (GOOG) (GOOGL) over app store monopoly. (00:23) Hasbro (HAS) to cut 900 jobs as it seeks to cut expenses. (01:51) Nokia (NOK) trims 2026 profit margin target after losing AT&T (T) contract. (02:37)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Oracle, Hasbro and moreWalgreens slips as Moody’s cuts rating to junkHarbor Custom Development files for Chapter 11 bankruptcyWarren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway halves stake in HPCOP28 draft agreement said to avoid fossil fuel ‘phase out’Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:3512/12/2023
Record breaking holiday travel
AAA forecasts more people flying this holiday season than every before. (0:15) Department store stocks rally. (1:53) Occidental to acquire CrownRock. (3:08)Show Notes7 Consumer staples names that are looking attractiveEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:0811/12/2023
Macy’s receives buyout offer
Macy's (M) gets $5.8B offer to be taken private - WSJ. (00:22) Cigna (CI), Humana (HUM) scrap merger talks; Cigna planning major stock buyback (update). (01:40) DoorDash (DASH) gets the call-up to the Nasdaq 100 Index. (02:52)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Cigna, Macy's and moreEarnings week ahead: Oracle, Costco, Adobe, FuelCell, Lennar and moreGenerative AI could upend every sector. Oppenheimer has 10 predictions for how it plays outNvidia CEO eyes chip production base in VietnamSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:5811/12/2023
Job growth staying strong
The unemployment rate surprises, falling to 3.7%. (0:15) Is GameStop trying to morph into Berkshire Hathaway? (2:59) Paramount surges on sale chatter. (4:51)Show NotesDividend Roundup: Walmart, Dell Technologies, Mastercard, AIG, and more'Panic' on disinflation and a Catch-22 for risk in '24 - J.P. Morgan's Kolanovic]Honeywell to buy Carrier's security business in $5B dealEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:5208/12/2023
Lululemon slips on soft holiday outlook
Lululemon (LULU) falls after guidance for holiday quarter comes in light. (00:24) Yellow (YELLQ) declines offer that could have saved bankrupt trucking company - report. (01:37) Amazon (AMZN) tests new unlimited grocery delivery service for Prime members. (02:25)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Lululemon Athletica, Avid Bioservices and moreCanada to impose oil and gas emissions cap, in goal to reach net zero by 2050Stellantis to cut jobs at two U.S. Jeep plants amid emissions regulations and sales declinesElon Musk's xAI starts to roll out Grok generative AI chatbot to some X usersSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
07:1408/12/2023
Anemic outlook for dividends and buybacks
J.P. Morgan predicts a worse outlook for income investors in 2024. (0:15) Fisker Automotive CEO fights for the stock. (2:50) Trump tapping Jamie Dimon for Treasury Secretary? (4:02)Show NotesTop stocks with highest hedge fund + mutual fund positions, according to GSRockstar's Grand Theft Auto 6 likely delayed, BofA says; Take-Two fallsEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:2707/12/2023
CosMc’s, McDonald’s nostalgic spinoff
McDonald's (MCD) opens first restaurant of nostalgic spinoff chain CosMc's. (00:26) AMD takes wraps off Nvidia (NVDA) competitor, updates AI forecast. (01:43) GameStop (GME) posts breakeven quarter with Ryan Cohen at the helm. (03:24)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: GameStop, C3.AI, Chewy and moreFormula One tapped as 2024 best idea at CowenTroika Media files for chapter 11 and sale to Blue TorchMeta rolls out default end-to-end encryption on MessengerSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
07:5107/12/2023
G7 oil price cap falters in first year
G7 oil price cap mostly a failure after one year, report says. (00:28) 23andMe (ME) facing mounting litigation over hacking incident. (01:49) SEC extends deadline to decide on Grayscale's (ETHE) spot ether ETF application. (03:03)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: MongoDB, SentinelOne and moreFive9 falls after hours on disclosure that it's not pursuing any transactionElon Musk's xAI startup files to raise up to $1B in equity offeringApple climbs back above $3T amid smartphone optimismSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
07:3406/12/2023
Grand Theft Auto trailer hits early
The release date of 2025 for the game puts some pressure on Take-Two shares. (0:15) Job openings slump below 9 million. (2:00) Morgan Stanley spies big smartphone recovery. (4:24)Show NotesU.S. strong buy ideas for the next 12 monthsStarbucks falls again as concerns rise that holiday quarter may be weakEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:3105/12/2023
Meta, IBM launch open source AI alliance
Listen below or on the go on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyMeta (META), IBM launch open source AI Alliance with over 50 members. (00:22) AT&T (T) picks Ericsson (ERIC) over Nokia (NOK) for $14B Open RAN contract. (01:10) Five9 (FIVN) gains on report it's exploring a potential sale. (02:27)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: GitLab, Ericsson, Nokia and moreU.S. strong buy ideas for the next 12 months – according to CitiFluor wins $3B of contracts for Dow's planned net-zero facility in CanadaGoodyear Tire & Rubber is called an auto sector standout by HSBCSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions
07:2805/12/2023
Bitcoin keeps climbing
The march to $50,000 continues. (0:15) Uber will join the S&P 500. (1:58) Spotify announces another round of layoffs. (2:17)Show NotesTop 10 trades for 2024 - BofANuke names jump as 22 countries commit to triple nuclear energy capacity by 2050Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
04:4904/12/2023
Alaska Air acquiring Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Air (ALK) to buy Hawaiian Airlines (HA) in $1.9B deal. (00:23) Boeing (BA) eliminated from Air Force 'doomsday plane' competition. (01:08) China Evergrande (EGRNQ) winding-up hearing pushed to January. (02:08)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Spotify, Uber Technologies, crypto-related stocks and moreNew highs: Gold sets another record, bitcoin crosses $41K as rate cut bets growSpotify to lay off 17% of employees to curb costsPiper sees GLP-1s increasing demand for knee/hip surgeries near-termWeight loss drugs seen providing a boost to apparel stocks - StifelSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:1004/12/2023
Catalyst Watch: Cigna, Humana deal would face regulatory hurdles
Catalyst watch for the week of December 3. Seeking Alpha Senior Executive Editor Kim Khan on the upcoming jobs report and how the numbers play into Fed rate cuts. (00:21) Julie Morgan shares the latest analysis on two companies set to report earnings, Broadcom (AVGO) and Lululemon (LULU). (01:52) Finally, Kim gives analysis on a potential Cigna, Humana deal. (03:05) He also shares insight on the M&A landscape for 2024. (05:06)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links:Catalyst Watch: McDonald's event, Lululemon earnings and GameStop volatility reduxBroadcom Leveraging AI To Further Soften Its Cyclical Semiconductor ResetLululemon: Set To Outperform Yet Again In 2024TD Cowen says Cigna, Humana merger would face lengthy regulatory delay
07:2703/12/2023
Streaming bundle battle?
Apple+ and Paramount+ could offer a bundled service to fight churn. (0:15) Fed Chairman Powell calls rate-cut talk 'premature.' (1:11) Wall Street reacts to the Cybertruck. (3:21)Show NotesThese small-cap stocks could do favorably in an economic downturn - BofAJ&J gets upgrade from UBS with 'high conviction' in outlookEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:0201/12/2023
Crude oil slips as OPEC cuts underwhelm
Crude oil slips as OPEC's voluntary production cuts underwhelm (3:22) Tesla delivers first Cybertrucks as it looks to shake up electric truck segment (4:47) Disney declares dividend after 3 year hiatus (6:52).Show Notes:Tesla delivers first Cybertrucks as it looks to shake up the electric truck segmentDisney declares a dividend of 30 cents after a more than three-year hiatusMontana's state-wide ban on TikTok blocked by federal judgeEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
12:0701/12/2023
OPEC to cut more production to boost oil
OPEC+ members agree to cut an additional 1 million barrels per day. (0:15) The Fed's favorite inflation gauge hits lowest level in 2 years. (1:26) Here are the most and least reliable autos. (3:57)Show NotesWall Street looking for below-average stock gains in 2024Salesforce jumps as investors, analysts lay on the loveEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:3930/11/2023
Cigna, Humana reportedly in merger talks
Cigna (CI), Humana (HUM) in talks to combine in stock-and-cash deal - WSJ (update). (00:24) The UAW goes electric with unionization efforts aimed at Tesla (TSLA), Rivian (RIVN) and Lucid (LCID). (01:35) Crude oil climbs as OPEC+ weighs new output cuts, with meeting set to start. (02:17)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Snowflake, Salesforce and moreDOJ trial to block Spirit/JetBlue set to close on Tuesday as remaining days canceledOccidental Petroleum in talks to acquire Permian producer CrownRock - WSJPhillips 66 gains after activist Elliott takes $1 billion stake, seeks board seatsSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:2130/11/2023
Charlie Munger dies age 99
Iconic investor and Warren Buffett's right-hand man passes away. (0:15) GDP growth is revised up to 5.2% with inflation revised lower. (1:25) GM boosts dividend, announces buyback. (2:49)Show NotesHedge funds could get squeezed on stocks into year endBill Ackman sees Fed rate cuts as soon as first quarter of 2024Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:0229/11/2023
Disney’s Iger downplays asset sale, stresses building
Disney townhall (DIS): Bob Iger downplays asset sale comments, says it's time for building. (00:25) Adelson family (LVS) to buy majority stake in Dallas Mavericks from Mark Cuban - reports. (01:30) Farfetch (FTCH) jumps amid report founder may make offer for luxury fashion site. (02:18)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Workday, Las Vegas Sands and moreCharlie Munger, Warren Buffett's associate, dies at 99: Berkshire HathawayApple ending credit card partnership with Goldman Sachs - WSJTesla's Cybertruck is finally here - will the launch create a halo effect?Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
06:4429/11/2023
Lilly obesity drug beats Novo in study
Tirzepatide 3x more likely to result in 15% weight loss vs. semaglutide. (0:15) Consumer expectations pick up sharply in November. (1:38) Amazon takes delivery title from UPS, FedEx. (3:50)Show NotesHedge funds ease up on Magnificent 7 bingeAdobe, Figma deal likely to result in 'substantial lessening of competition'Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
05:4128/11/2023
U.S. court rejects ‘forever chemicals’ class action
U.S. court ruling rejects massive class action over 'forever chemicals'. (00:27) Fast-fashion firm Shein files for U.S. initial public offering - WSJ. (01:25) Saudi Arabia wants OPEC+ members to cut oil production quotas - Bloomberg. (02:29)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Carlyle Group, Zscaler and moreThese are the most under-owned large-cap tech stocks - MSBroadcom said to let go of 'many' VMware employees after deal closed: reportAlbemarle, other lithium names extend losses on weak pricing as EV demand coolsSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
07:1528/11/2023
Gold tops $2000
Charts say the yellow metal can test all-time highs. (0:15) Shopify sets Black Friday record. (1:40) Zero-day options arrive for Treasury bonds and oil. (2:31) Show NotesThe AI gold rush is here. Buy 'picks and shovels' to benefit.Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
04:3227/11/2023
U.S. sees record Black Friday online sales
U.S. sees record Black Friday online sales, driven by price-conscious shoppers. (00:23) Tesla's (TSLA) union problems in Sweden include trash piling up and no mail service. (02:07) Fathom Digital Manufacturing holder offers to buy company for $4.50 a share. (03:45)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: UP Fintech and Crown CastleThe AI gold rush is here. Buy 'picks and shovels' to benefitActivist investor Elliott takes more than $2B stake in Crown Castle - WSJCan current tailwinds support Netflix's accelerated growth in 2024?Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
07:1127/11/2023
Credit event: phase 2 - Michael Gayed
Why Michael Gayed sees Phase 2 of a coming credit event going from treasuries to corporate credit to junk debt to highly levered companies (1:23) and why we're heading back to an era of dividend focus (5:45). Fed credibility and how they've left themselves very little wiggle room (8:20). This is an abridged conversation from Seeking Alpha's recent Investing Experts podcast.Subscribe to Michael's Lead-Lag ReportShow Notes:JNK: At The Center Of A Credit EventMichael Gayed On Credit Event Phases And The Fed's Unprecedented MovesEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.
10:0026/11/2023
Black Friday hasn't lost its lure
More than 130 million people planned to shop for deals. (0:15) Bill Gates says AI could usher in a 3-day work week. (3:15) This quant portfolio now focuses on high yield. (3:43)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.Show NotesiRobot surges 37% on report of EU approval for sale to AmazonNovo's weight-loss drug Wegovy to make Asia debutNvidia delays launch of an AI chip for China
04:5224/11/2023
Barclays to cut 2,000 jobs
Barclays (BCS) plans to cut 2000 jobs amid cost-cutting measures. (00:22) Are Amazon (AMZN) workers in Europe posing threat to big Black Friday sale? (01:33) AbbVie (ABBV) suing Sandoz, four others to block generic Rinvoq: report. (02:33)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: iRobot, Fisker and moreSports betting records could be carved up Thanksgiving weekend - watch these stocksBest stocks for when the 10-year Treasury is fallingOctober global smartphone sales break two-year losing streak
05:4824/11/2023
Oil slides as OPEC argues over output
OPEC+ meeting is delayed with Saudi Arabia said to be unhappy. (0:15) Rise in consumer inflation expectations raises eyebrows. (1:29) Apple's Tim Cook says there is a detailed succession plan. (3:53)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.Show NotesHedge funds are crowding more than half of their investments in their top 10 positionsDurable goods orders fall more than expectedDeere’s stock declines on guidance for smaller profit
05:2922/11/2023
Sam Altman returns as OpenAI CEO with new board
Sam Altman to return to OpenAI as CEO with new board of directors. (00:27) Nvidia (NVDA) slips as Q3, guidance blow past expectations. (02:58) Elon Musk, Tesla (TSLA) engineers were aware of Autopilot defect - judge. (03:58)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Virgin Galactic, Autodesk and moreTim Cook discusses Apple's 'very detailed' CEO succession plansBest quality stocks with highest return on capital, according to NasdaqHP CEO: Growth in PC segment likely to double next year
07:3722/11/2023
Market stages fastest comeback in 50 years
The S&P 500 exited a correction in just 16 trading days. (0:15) Best Buy sounds a warning on the consumer. (2:49) OpenAI investors mull legal action. (4:00)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.Show NotesThe 12 least expected market outcomes of '24 - and how to trade themEV shocker: VinFast Auto is on watch after Wedbush says shares could doubleLowe's slides after pointing to fading do-it-yourself demand
05:5021/11/2023
India Aims to Boost IT Hardware Production with Subsidies
Dell, HP (HPQ), Foxconn (FXCOF) and others to get subsidies to make IT hardware in India. (00:23) SEC charges Kraken for operating as unregistered crypto exchange. (01:23) Texas AG sues Pfizer (PFE) for alleged Medicaid fraud over ADHD meds. (02:23)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Agilent Technologies, MorphySys and moreThe top 10 value plays, according to SA Quant RatingsNvidia Q3 earnings preview: Will widening China curbs dampen its blistering growth?Holiday sales are expected to come in better than feared - watch these stocks
07:0421/11/2023
Bob Iger under pressure at Disney
Iger will look to encourage investors at a town hall on Nov. 28. (0:15) Casinos can cash in when the A's move to Vegas. (2:25) Hundreds of Open AI employees threaten to quit. (3:03)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.Show NotesGoldman Sachs 2024 stock strategy - sales growthU.S. leading indicator falls slightly more than expected in OctoberSix Flags lands buy rating from Jefferies on merger upside
04:5820/11/2023