Unpacking the Historic $8 Trillion Market Resurgence
Inside the historic $8 trillion market comeback New York CNN — In early April, Wall Street threw a temper tantrum that would make a toddler proud. Fearing President Donald Trump’s chaotic trade war would ignite a global recession, investors scrambled to dump US assets. The rare simultaneous selloff of both stocks and bonds reflected a […]
Santa Barbara County Supervisors Decide to Gradually Eliminate Oil and Gas Production
Santa Barbara County Supervisors Vote to Phase Out Oil & Gas Production SANTA MARIA, Calif. – The oil industry has shaped Santa Barbara county’s history, but it’s not likely to be a big part of it’s future. County supervisors voted to move away from fossil fuels. At the end of the day, the Board of […]
7 Overlooked U.S. Stocks That Recently Increased Their Dividends
Amid volatility in global financial markets, dividend-paying stocks have proven more buoyant in the opening months of 2025 than the overall stock market. However, after a long stretch of underperformance, there remain many undervalued stocks with attractive dividends. Dividend investing comes in various forms. Investors can look for stocks with the highest yields, those with […]
After Earnings: Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold Amazon Stock?
Amazon AMZN released its first-quarter earnings report on May 1. Here’s Morningstar’s take on Amazon’s earnings and stock. Amazon reported first-quarter results that beat the high end of guidance on both the top and bottom lines. Revenue grew by 10% year over year in constant currency to $155.7 billion, while operating margin was 11.8% versus […]
Battery Metals Market: Innovations and Emerging Trends
Battery Metals Market New Product Development & Latest Trends | The battery metals market is poised for substantial growth over the next decade, with projections indicating a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5% from 2025 to 2034. Expected to rise from a valuation of $30 billion in 2024 to approximately $55 billion by […]
3 Reliable Stocks to Consider When the Price Is Right
Susan Dziubinski: I’m Susan Dziubinski with Morningstar. Low-volatility stocks have proven their worth in 2025: The Morningstar US Low Volatility Factor Index has outperformed the broad market this year. So, what are low-volatility stocks? Low-volatility stocks have historically offered more price stability when compared with other stocks. And while there’s no such thing as a […]
Robust Premium Growth in the Face of…
Strong Premium Growth Amidst … Premiums: $318 million, up 70% from the prior period last year. Revenue: $63 million, up 27% from the prior period last year. Net Loss from Continuing Operations: $16 million or $0.58 per share. Adjusted EBITDA from Continuing Operations: Loss of $1 million. Total Expenses from Continuing Operations: $78 million, up […]
Dutch Environmental Organization Initiates New Climate Lawsuit Against Shell to Halt All Investments in New Oil and Gas Projects
Dutch Environmental Group Launches New Climate Case Against Shell to Stop All Investment in New Oil and Gas Fields The Dutch NGO that won a historic court verdict in 2021 in a pioneering climate lawsuit against the oil major Shell announced on Tuesday that it is launching a new case against the company, with the […]
6 Must-Buy ETFs Before Small-Cap Stocks Make a Comeback
Uncertainty around tariffs, inflation, and the economy has driven investors to sell overpriced stocks in favor of undervalued investments in 2025. As a result, previously unpopular pockets of the market—such as defensive sectors and low-volatility stocks—areoutperforming this year, while the overpriced market darlings of the past few years—namely large-growth stocks—havestruggled. Is It Time to Buy […]
Patriot Battery Metals Enhances Resource Confidence at Canadian Lithium Project Before Feasibility Study
Patriot Battery Metals lifts resource confidence at Canadian lithium project ahead of feasibility study Patriot Battery Metals (ASX: PMT) is making significant strides in the development of its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project in Canada, as evidenced by a recent mineral resource estimate (MRE) that has solidified its status as a premier global asset. This new MRE […]