The war in Iran doesn't seem to be slowing down and that's impacting oil prices, but that's just the beginning. Higher costs could hit many industries, which will have lasting impacts for years.
As the second quarter of 2026 begins, financial markets are on edge, awaiting pivotal communications from two influential members of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). On Thursday, April 2, 2026, Governor Michelle Bowman and Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan are scheduled to deliver remarks that investors hope will clarify
On April 1, 2026, Intel Corp. (NASDAQ: INTC) finds itself at the most critical juncture in its 58-year history. After a grueling three-year "survival phase" marked by massive restructuring and a leadership transition, the company has officially entered the era of High-Volume Manufacturing (HVM) for its 18A (1.8nm-class) process
After nearly two weeks of relentless selling that shaved billions off its market capitalization, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) finally found its footing on April 1, 2026. The conglomerate’s Class B shares ended a grueling eight-day losing streak—the longest such decline for the company since late 2018—closing
MENLO PARK, CA — In a move that marks a significant shift in its monetization strategy, Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) has begun pilot testing a new premium subscription tier dubbed "Instagram Plus." Unlike the existing Meta Verified program, which targets creators and businesses with blue badges and enhanced support, Instagram Plus
In a move that has sent shockwaves through global financial centers, SpaceX (Private: SPACE-X) has reportedly filed a confidential S-1 registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for an initial public offering targeting a staggering $1.75 trillion valuation. This unprecedented filing, which occurred early on April 1,
What Happened? Shares of leading data storage manufacturer Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) jumped 11.3% in the afternoon session after an analyst at Bernstein ...
What Happened? Shares of semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker KLA Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC) jumped 4.1% in the afternoon session after it announced a ...
Apple is now 50 years old as a company. The iPhone launch helped cement the company's legacy. Here's a look at how Apple stock has performed since each new iPhone.
In a week defined by heightening skepticism over the cost of artificial intelligence, Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) saw its market capitalization contract by roughly 9%, marking its steepest weekly decline in over two years. The sell-off, which concluded in the final week of March 2026, reflects a growing rift between the
In a dramatic shift for the social media sector, shares of Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP) surged more than 12% on Wednesday as the market reacted to a public campaign launched by activist investor Irenic Capital Management. The investment firm, which has built a significant stake in the Santa Monica-based company,
As of April 1, 2026, Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: META) stands at a critical juncture in technological history. Once defined primarily as a social media conglomerate, the company has successfully rebranded itself as a leader in the global artificial intelligence (AI) arms race. While its "Family of Apps"—Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp—continues to serve nearly [...]
Date: April 1, 2026 Introduction In the high-stakes theater of global technology, few entities command as much gravity as Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOGL). For decades, the company was defined by a singular mission: to organize the world’s information. However, as of April 2026, that mission has evolved into something far more ambitious and architecturally complex. [...]
April 1, 2026 Introduction As Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) celebrates its 50th anniversary today, the company stands at a historic crossroads. Founded in a California garage on April 1, 1976, Apple has transformed from a niche computer maker into a $3.5 trillion global titan that dictates the rhythms of modern digital life. However, the Apple [...]
Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) stands at a critical juncture in its five-decade history. Once the undisputed king of the desktop, the Redmond giant has successfully transitioned into an AI-first "utility" for the global economy. However, as the initial euphoria of the generative AI boom gives way to a more sober assessment of return on investment [...]
By: Finterra Research Date: April 1, 2026 Introduction Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) stands today at the most significant crossroads in its 58-year history. For decades, Intel was synonymous with the heart of the personal computer and the soul of the data center. However, the early 2020s were unkind to the Santa Clara giant, marked by [...]
The stock market had a huge bounce on Tuesday following signs the US and Iran are seeking to end the war, and if that continues, bull put spread trades could do well.
