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Likefolio’s Andy Swan shares sentiment data for Amazon (AMZN) on this Black Friday. “The consumer is absolutely on fire” despite worries to the contrary, he says. “Pretty much every retailer is up.” He compares the change in visits on big shopping sites, noting that 6% growth for Amazon is massive due to the law of large numbers. Andy argues that consumers are researching products more with AI, an...

Meghna Maharishi and David Nelson round-table holiday travel. David Nelson describes the “havoc” for airlines with “the FAA breathing down your neck” and strained air traffic controllers limiting their capacity. Meghna definitely expects a hit from flight cuts during the government shutdown but thinks big airlines will be relatively insulated. “There is a growing concern…that these government shut...

Owen Carr expects “over a trillion dollars in sales” over the Black Friday period, a record high. He thinks retailers have “done a good job” of stretching out promotions and sales opportunities. “Customers are trading down,” though, across all categories. “We’re seeing a lot of self-improvement-type items,” he adds, while travel is underperforming. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every...

StocksToTrade's Tim Bohen says his fundamental market view hasn't changed: tech is here to stay and the underlying support for fundamentals are intact. As for today's Big 3, he points to a growing quantum opportunity in GigaCloud Technology (GCT), Broadcom (AVGO) recapturing bullish momentum amid a shaky A.I. trade, and Kohl's (KSS) rebound in a mixed retail space. Rick Ducat takes...

George Tsilis notes Costco's (COST) impressive run over the last few years now faces questions when it comes to valuation. He goes over the retail giant's financial fundamentals to explain how its balance sheet stacks up to the current stock price. George later offers an example options trade for Costco. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market da...

Sam Miller thinks the AI trade will begin to specify instead of staying as a “tide that lifts all boats.” He’s looking at company ROI, capital spending, and revenue growth to determine winners vs losers. Sam also digs into healthcare, which “has room to run” in 2026; he likes Eli Lilly (LLY) and Thermo-Fisher (TMO) among others. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader...

“Let’s see if we can finish strong” at the end of the year, says Andrew Wells. He looks at the overall picture and focuses on consumer credit and spending ability. He notes that credit rejections have gone up to 25%, arguing that while people want to spend, the banking sector is becoming more cautious. He thinks this is part of why the Fed feels pressure to cut rates. Inflation is “probably the bi...

Oracle (ORCL) will take on $38 billion more in debt if its latest financial offering comes to fruition. As Marley Kayden explains, the company is taking on several loans worth stunning amounts of cash to finance OpenAI data centers. As Oracle continues to increase A.I. spending, so will volatility around the stock. Dan Deming offers an example options trade for Oracle. ======== Schwab Network ====...

To round out the holiday week, Charles Schwab's Joe Mazzola considers the broadening activity in markets heathy for the long-term but remains cautious. Expectations of a FOMC interest rate cut in December is something he sees setting up a volatile scenario as market dynamics shift. Joe says fundamentals will be the ultimate driver for markets, citing positive earnings momentum as a buoy for bu...

Growing cost consciousness is a key reason why retailers are offering more deals more frequently, says Shelly Antoniewicz. She explains how a "K-shaped economy" and the record government shutdown factor into consumer consideration for prices. Don't discount the jobs picture either, says Shelly, as she makes the case that a softening labor front plays into retail skittishness. =======...

Alex Coffey analyzes the recent market volatility and recent cooldown seen in this week's trading sessions. He compares the price action with seasonal measures to highlight why this year is "impressive" compared to the past. As Alex explains, boosted expectations for an interest rate cut in December only adds momentum. A rotation from A.I. and high-flying tech stocks into underapprec...

Oracle (ORCL) saw a stunning run following September's earnings report but fell more than 40% since hitting all-time highs. George Tsilis explains how a $38 billion loan to build OpenAI data centers added to losses on Friday and why it creates more concerns around A.I. spending. Retail stocks gained attention too, seen in Abercrombie & Fitch's (ANF) 30% run in the last five trading ses...

Sarah Henry calls it “a very exciting time in retail,” highlighting frictionless AI shopping. “Agentic AI is going to predict what you’re going to buy, and what you want to buy,” she says, arguing that it will really expose the “haves and have nots” in the sector. She likes Walmart (WMT), highlighting its “incredible quarter” and how it continues to move into technology. For holiday shopping, she...

StocksToTrade's Tim Bohen joins Schwab Network ahead of Black Friday's opening bell to explain how traders can take advantage of volatility. He sees all of the pullbacks in A.I. stocks as strong buying opportunities, believing 2026's A.I. trade will "make 2025 look like a joke." Tim's favorite stock moving forward is Alphabet (GOOGL) and makes the case that Alphabet's...

Phil Rosen believes the recent tech sell-off has been overblown and creates new buying opportunities for investors. As for the TPU and GPU discussions surrounding Alphabet (GOOGL) and Nvidia (NVDA), he sees both companies continuing to prosper for the foreseeable future. Phil tells investors to brace for a Santa Claus rally as he sees many headwinds behind markets. He also sees a more dovish FOMC...

2025 is a year many Salesforce (CRM) investors wish to forget, as Rick Ducat highlights the stock's stark downslide through technical analysis. He shows how bearish trends overtook the software giant and highlights what needs to happen for shares to set up a rebound. Rick also analyzes the options front and offers an example options trade for Salesforce ahead of earnings next week. ======== Sc...

CFRA's Angelo Zino believes Alphabet's (GOOGL) recent rally has been "long overdue." He credits the company's tech execution for the huge upside surge it saw in recent weeks, noting the potential Gemini 3.0 and Google Cloud has to the A.I. trade. Angelo considers Berkshire Hathaway's (BRK/B) investment into Alphabet validation for the Mag 7 giant's future prospects. =...

Futures experienced a halt in trading for Friday, though Tom White notes a curb in volatility as the bigger story investors should keep in mind. He adds that investors appear to be rotating into "beaten down" sectors like healthcare, showing the market pulse has stayed strong. What has raised yellow flags for Tom: a bifurcation between consumer sentiment and spending. He points to Costco...

Charles Schwab's Kevin Horner turns to the technical front for Dillard's (DDS) stock chart as Black Friday kicks off in the U.S. The retail company also got a boost from JPMorgan with a price target hike. Kevin takes traders through his key levels to watch as Dillard's stock experiences consolidation following a strong uptrend. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor...

Beyond moves happening on the stock front, Michael Green offers his perspective on the FOMC and potential rate cuts in December and beyond. When it comes to measuring inflation, he says the CPI has problems that don't paint the whole story for investors. Michael later explains the "valley of death" he sees plaguing consumers. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor...

John Studzinski discusses his book "A Talent for Giving," which aims to inspire individuals to engage in everyday philanthropy. He distinguishes between charity and philanthropy, advocating for a more active role in addressing societal issues. Studzinski highlights the importance of leveraging personal talents, not just financial resources, and the power of mentorship. He also touches upon the imp...

Looking for an extra serving of A.I. insights this Thanksgiving holiday? George Tsilis dives deep into Nvidia (NVDA) and the A.I. chipmaker's stronghold position in that domain. From its Blackwell chip to its expansive distribution across multiple industries, George checks out the fundamental catalysts driving Nvidia up more than 100% from its 52-week lows. ======== Schwab Network ======== Emp...

It's a Thanksgiving-themed edition of Final Takeaways with Sam and Marley. Investors and traders will get the opportunity to reflect on the trading year to date, including this week's surge in retailer stocks ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Options involve risks and are not suitable for all inv...

James Demmert joins Market on Close to discuss John Deere's parent company and the state of industrial companies with exposure to the agriculture business. Deere (DE) reported a top-and-bottom line earnings beat, but shares slid on lackluster guidance and potential tariff-induced cost pressures impacting its international business. James is looking to other areas within the industrial group su...

Daryl Fairweather of Redfin is seeing more properties coming off the market because homeowners are asking for more than buyers are willing to pay. Low mortgage rates also make sale alternatives like renting to others appealing. However, it does heavily depend on location, with more homeowners giving up in Florida and Texas. Daryl also compares renting vs buying a condo in the current environment....