Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT)

The White House has announced a 90-day extension of its trade truce with China, a move that has temporarily defused escalating tensions and delayed the imposition of hefty tariffs. This widely anticipated decision has been met with a sigh of relief across global financial markets, easing widespread concerns about a

Shares of beauty, cosmetics, and personal care retailer Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:ULTA) jumped 3.5% in the afternoon session after a tame inflation report boosted investor hopes for an interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve. The latest Consumer Price Index data showed the annual inflation rate held steady at 2.7%, reassuring investors who had feared that tariffs could lead to a spike in consumer prices. This milder-than-expected reading gives the Federal Reserve more flexibility to consider lowering interest rates, possibly as soon as next month. A potential rate cut could reduce borrowing costs for consumers and businesses, stimulating more spending and providing a significant boost for the retail industry. Adding to the optimism, reports of a 90-day tariff truce with China further eased concerns about future price pressures.

President Donald Trump's recent executive order, extending the 90-day pause on higher tariffs on Chinese imports, has sent a wave of relief across global financial markets. This crucial decision, pushing the tariff deadline to mid-November, is being widely interpreted as a significant de-escalation of trade war concerns, contributing positively to

The financial markets are abuzz with renewed speculation of an impending Federal Reserve interest rate cut, following the release of the July 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. Despite a nuanced picture presented by the data, with headline inflation showing a milder-than-expected increase, investors are increasingly betting on lower borrowing

The U.S. stock market is experiencing a significant surge, with major indices like the S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq Composite nearing or reaching all-time highs. This robust rally is primarily fueled by a potent combination of better-than-expected inflation data, which has rekindled optimism for potential

When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention. These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.

Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) has agreed to pay a hefty sum of $5.6 million to settle a lawsuit accusing the retail giant of overcharging its customers and selling products with less weight than labeled.

Can Walmart maintain its position as a retail giant in the face of fierce competition? Our experts break down the numbers and share their ratings on Walmart's stock potential.

Wall Street is currently navigating a complex and volatile landscape, with investor sentiment heavily influenced by a trifecta of critical economic factors: anticipated inflation data, the Federal Reserve's evolving stance on interest rates, and the persistent shadow of global tariff and trade policies. As August 2025 unfolds, market participants are

Fuel cell technology Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 21.4% year on year to $174 million. Its GAAP loss of $0.20 per share was 32.6% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Economists and investors are increasingly sounding the alarm over the growing risk of "stagflation," a perilous economic phenomenon characterized by high inflation coupled with stagnant economic growth. At the heart of these concerns are the tariff policies enacted by former President Donald Trump, which many experts fear could simultaneously drive

American consumers will absorb 67% of the additional costs companies face from tariffs, up from 22% as of June.

Target's stock is down, and Walmart's stock is up. Do you buy the stock performance winner or the loser of this matchup?

Adtech company The Trade Desk just had its worst day on record as shares tumbled nearly 40% in a single trading session.

With so many of the right pieces in place, the stock likely isn't done growing.

The recent sell-off in these stocks gives investors a timely opportunity to start an investment or buy more shares.

Google stock broke out on Friday as tech titans lead the stock market rally. AppLovin raced through a buy zone following earnings.

This ultra-low-cost ETF is an excellent way to invest in large-cap value stocks, many of which pay dividends.

Some things have changed over the course of the past 15 years. Some things haven't.

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) is expected to release its next earnings report on Thursday, August 21, 2025, before market open. This highly anticipated announcement will cover the fiscal quarter ending July 2025 (Q2 2026) and will provide crucial insights into the retail giant's financial health, operational performance, and future outlook, significantly

Financial markets are currently pricing in a high likelihood of the Federal Reserve initiating interest rate cuts before the year-end, a significant shift in monetary policy that reflects growing concerns over a cooling U.S. economy. This sentiment has been heavily influenced by recent economic data, particularly a weaker-than-expected jobs

The specter of a full-blown trade war, which has loomed large over global financial markets for years, appears to be receding, at least for now. Investor concerns regarding the impact of tariffs, particularly those between the United States and China, have reportedly subsided, contributing significantly to a recent and robust

Does a mixed bag of economic data forecast a good future for businesses that depend on consumer spending?

The Federal Reserve finds itself in a precarious position, navigating a complex economic landscape heavily influenced by the unpredictable nature of President Trump's tariff policy. As of August 2025, the central bank maintains a cautious "wait-and-see" approach to its benchmark interest rate, holding it steady at a target range of