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Despite Palo Alto Networks (PANW) and CrowdStrike (CRWD) having valuations that continue to expand, Phil Palumbo doesn't see an issue as long as the outlook for cybersecurity stays strong. If a correction takes shape, Phil calls it a buying opportunity. He considers Microsoft's (MSFT) enterprise tech reach as a strong Mag 7 opportunity, while listing Uber Technologies (UBER) as a cheap tec...

Brett Husslein and Burt Flickinger examine how value-seeking behavior has spread across every income level, driving even high earners toward discount retailers like Dollar General (DG) and Dollar Tree (DLTR) while big-box leaders Walmart (WMT), Target (TGT), and Costco (COST) brace for tariff and fuel headwinds. Flickinger paints a sobering picture of American households stretched to the limit — c...

Keith Fitz-Gerald introduces the Fitzgerald Group Must-Have ETF (FITZ), a concentrated, high-conviction fund built on the premise that conventional diversification manages fear rather than captures growth. By screening over 650,000 securities down to 20-30 essential holdings — including Apple (AAPL), Chevron (CVX), Nvidia (NVDA), and Palantir (PLTR) — the strategy targets the small fraction of sto...

Tom White discusses massive options activity in Amazon (AMZN), Alphabet (GOOGL), and Intel (INTC) as all three stocks pull back from record highs. He highlights news flow in Amazon and Alphabet both growing their AI cloud services, while turning to Intel's strong call buying activity on down days. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscrib...

Brian Dammeir explore how AI is rapidly evolving from novelty chatbot to functional financial co-pilot, with platforms like OpenAI and Perplexity becoming go-to tools for personal wealth management. Dammeir makes the case that secure data connectivity and generative AI will soon replicate the nuance of human advisors — at a fraction of the time. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every in...

LikeFolio's Megan Brantley examines how Ulta Beauty (ULTA) is caught in a K-shaped recovery, losing ground to both the luxury appeal of Sephora and the value positioning of e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) as middle-class consumers feel the squeeze. Despite the headwinds, resilient digital demand and the historically recession-proof lipstick index keep the outlook cautiously balanced ahead of quarterly res...

Antoine Legault discusses the quantum computing trade, highlighting growing industry adoption, U.S. government support and new technology developments from companies like Nvidia (NVDA) and Foxconn. He names IBM Corp. (IBM), IONQ, Inc. (IONQ) and D-Wave (QBTS) as key stocks to watch, while noting that leadership in the space could shift significantly over the next three years. Antoine also warns th...

Christopher Davis and Steven Dickens break down why HPE's (HPE) 21% surge and $5 billion AI systems backlog represent a genuine infrastructure mega-trend, with the Juniper Networks acquisition emerging as a quiet profit driver. They widen the lens to Dell Technologies (DELL), Cisco Systems (CSCO), and Lenovo, making the case that supply chain execution and software integration — not hyperscale...

Prosper Trading Academy's Mike Shorr walks us through today's top three trades highlighting Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) for its gradual growth. He also discusses why he remains hopeful on Kratos Defense (KTOS) despite its recent underperformance, citing the long term opportunity in its industry, and why he sees additional upsides ahead for GE Aerospace (GE). Rick Ducat walks us through...

Eddie Ghabour shares his key takeaways from recent market action, warning that stronger inflation and economic growth could push the 10-year treasury yield higher and trigger market correction this summer. He identifies small-cap stocks as one of the most vulnerable areas of the market and explains how investors should navigate the current environment. Eddie also discusses what he's watching f...

Charles Schwab's Michelle Gibley says global growth is improving thanks to the AI CapEx boom and the manufacturing industry. The sustainability of stock gains is the big question Michelle has when looking at forward expectations. She notes foreign investors selling for eight straight weeks as a short-term headwind for South Korea as SK Hynix and Samsung surge overseas. Michelle adds that China...

Jake Dollarhide, CEO of Longbow Asset Management, warns that AI mania is turning the stock market into a casino, with inexperienced capital pushing names like Marvell (MRVL) and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) dangerously far from fundamentals. He makes the case for rotating out of overextended tech and into a 60/40 portfolio anchored by investment-grade corporate bonds, as the Fed faces renewed...

Kevin Green breaks down the latest April JOLTS report to examine why strengthening labor data makes it harder for the Fed to justify interest rate cuts. He also talks about inflation pressures facing the economy, how markets are reacting to the data, and what investors should watch ahead of Friday's job report. KG also examines the rally in AI chip stocks following Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Hua...

Rob Thummel believes crude oil prices will stay above $90 a barrel, so long as the U.S. and other countries continue to take barrels out of their inventory. That said, the U.S. remains the world's biggest supplier of oil and natural gas, and Rob expects other countries to strengthen ties in order to have a reliable oil supply. In equities, Rob likes Cheniere Energy (LNG), Williams Companies (W...

Diane King Hall breaks down Tuesday's top moving stocks at the opening bell. She highlights Victoria's Secret (VSXY) posting an earnings beat, Dollar General's (DG) mixed report, and Signet Jewelers (SIG) coming in ahead of expectations. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnet...

"We are starved for clear headlines," says Kevin Hincks regarding the macroeconomic picture. He says it's hard to find a clear roadmap on peace talks between the U.S. and Iran, though crude oil's slight pullback Tuesday offers some reprieve, as does the ample supply he says the U.S. has access to. In equities, Kevin explains why Alphabet's (GOOGL) decision to raise $80 billio...

As the AI trade gains momentum, Joe Tigay breaks down why data-intensive companies like Qualcomm (QCOM), Datadog (DDOG), and Snowflake (SNOW) are thriving within a U.S. economy backed by a $750 billion global capital expenditure cycle. He makes the case for Alphabet (GOOGL) as a top conviction buy on the dip, Caterpillar (CAT) as a standout infrastructure play, and long-volatility hedged equity st...

The next stage of market value is private, argues Laura Rippy. She talks about the trail of breadcrumbs venture capital investors left behind as money piles into SpaceX and Anthropic. Laura offers her advice for investors interested in IPO trends and ways to gain exposure to these companies. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the M...

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) reports earnings after the close Tuesday as shares hit repeat records on anticipated tailwinds over AI disruption. Rick Ducat warns that the vertical rally may open the door to shares finding new support. Tom White offers an example options trade for Palo Alto into earnings. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Options i...

While the AI trade is showing little signs of weakness, it's good to stay diversified as a pullback is inevitable, argues Andy Goldberg. He believes the enthusiasm goes beyond hype as use cases develop, though he expects "hiccups" along the way. Andy tells investors to look "down below" into companies getting money from hyperscalers. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empower...

Goldman Sachs issued a downgrade for Intuit (INTU) after shares experienced a sharp sell-off following earnings. Charles Schwab's Kevin Horner talks about how the recent downtrend offers an argument that the stock hit a new bottom. He compares Intuit's short-term trading action with long-term trends. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. S...

Markets took a step back in premarket trading Tuesday, something Kevin Green has his eyes on beyond the opening bell. However, tech names continue to catch a bid in a Wall Street rally that gets narrower. HP Enterprise (HPE) shares popped after earnings came in much stronger than anticipated, as did Marvell (MRVL) thanks to a nod from Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang. KG notes one Big Tech firm pull...

On this episode of Market Matters, Shay Boloor, Chief Market Strategist at Futurum Equities, breaks down Big Tech and the AI trade. He explains why AI didn’t kill Google’s search business, examines the next potential waves of the AI boom, and gives an inside look at the life of a market strategist. Shay also recaps some of his best market calls, including Palantir (PLTR) and Digital Ocean (DOCN)....

Nvidia (NVDA) shares grew after announcing the company's new AI superchip and partnership with Microsoft (MSFT). Micron's (MU) rally continued as AI memory demand stays in focus. MGM Resorts (MGM) gets a buyer from private markets. Marley Kayden carries investors through the biggest stock stories of the session. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every m...

Marley Kayden explains why crude oil is climbing again as renewed Middle East tensions support prices. Sam Vadas breaks down the rally in SoftBank shares fueled by AI and OpenAI investment optimism. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribe Download the iOS app - https://a...