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Nvidia stock crash saw retail investors dump more than $900 million into the name

Retail investors poured money into Nvidia shares as the stock saw its largest single-day drop since March 2020.

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Forward earnings growth key to S&P 500 rally: YF Chartbook

On Asking for a Trend, Julie Hyman joins host Josh Lipton to discuss forward earnings estimates for the S&P 500 (^GSPC) as part of the fourth edition of Yahoo Finance's Chartbook. The data from Truist co-chief investment officer Keith Lerner emphasizes that earnings growth has been a key factor in the market rally and will continue to be crucial into 2025; Lerner calls it a "key pillar" of the current stock market rally. Hyman refers back to Allspring Global Investments senior portfolio manager Margie Patel's comments to Yahoo Finance, who projected tech could see upwards of 20% in earnings growth in 2025 while S&P 500 revenue could "conservatively" have profit growth of at least 10%. Follow the biggest trends and data points Wall Street's top experts are tracking with the Fourth Edition of Yahoo Finance's Chartbook. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Asking for a Trend here. This post was written by Josh Lynch

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Has the S&P 500 become overreliant on the AI trade?

Following the widespread tech sell-off driven by the unveiling of DeepSeek's latest AI model, Yahoo Finance host Julie Hyman reviews the stock market's (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC) reliance on the artificial intelligence trade over the past year. She refers back to comments from Slatestone Wealth chief market strategist Kenny Polcari — the host of Yahoo Finance's new Trader Talk podcast — who believes the AI and greater tech trade has "gotten too stretched and gotten too far ahead of itself" as investors lean toward overconcentrating on tech. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Asking for a Trend here. This post was written by Luke Carberry Mogan.

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Trump's inauguration looms as earnings season rolls on: What to know this week

The stock market is bracing for a busy week of political news as Donald Trump returns to the Oval Office.

Yahoo Finance 10 days ago

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Passive investing may be the best strategy for retirement saving

When investing for retirement, simplicity and consistency often lead to success. Yahoo Finance senior columnist Kerry Hannon joins Wealth host Brad Smith to explain that passive investing, particularly through market index funds, particularly those tracking the S&P 500 (^GSPC) which consistently outperform actively managed funds. In this video above, watch Hannon explain how index funds are cost-effective, easy to manage, and offer built-in diversification — all strong choices for long-term retirement planning. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Wealth here. This post was written by Josh Lynch

Yahoo Finance Video 12 days ago

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Stocks could be 'protected' from steep declines by Trump: BofA

Bank of America investment strategist Michael Hartnett argued that further downside in the stock market could be protected by Trump's pro-market policies.

Yahoo Finance 12 days ago

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Will the S&P 500 see gains after Trump's inauguration?

Yahoo Finance senior markets reporter Josh Schafer joins Catalysts host Seana Smith to discuss the potential for S&P 500 (^GSPC) gains following President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration this Monday, January 20. With top-heavy stock concentrations (^DJI, ^GSPC, ^IXIC) and uncertainty around the Federal Reserve's interest rate path in 2025, it’s unclear how Trump’s policies will affect the market. Watch Yahoo Finance's comparison of how key market sectors performed under Trump's first term and the past four years under President Biden. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Catalysts here. This post was written by Josh Lynch

Yahoo Finance Video 12 days ago

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S&P 500 futures, Trump and crypto, TikTok ban: 3 Things

Stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) move higher in Friday's extended hours, putting the S&P 500 (^GSPC) on pace for its best trading week since the 2024 election. Bitcoin (BTC-USD) rises back above $100,000 on reports of President-elect Donald Trump prioritizing crypto by proposing a new advisory council when he retakes office. The Supreme Court has yet to announce its decision and proposed options for the proposed ban on TikTok just two days out from the law's deadline. Many speculate on whether Trump could extend the deadline in his reentry into the White House. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief here. This post was written by Luke Carberry Mogan.

Yahoo Finance Video 12 days ago

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How Trump's tariff, economic plans could shake the US dollar

Reports indicate President-elect Donald Trump may declare a national economic emergency to enact controversial tariff policies under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA). Despite criticisms, Trump remains committed to his proposed economic measures. Yahoo Finance reporter Alexandra Canal examines how the US dollar (DX=F, DX-Y.NYB) might respond to Trump's tariff plans and overall economic agenda, inversely causing a reaction in S&P 500 (^GSPC) earnings growth. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Asking for a Trend here. This post was written by Angel Smith

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S&P 500's CAPE Ratio: What it's signaling about a 2025 tech bubble

In today's Chart of the Day, Yahoo Finance anchor Madison Mills analyzes Deutsche Bank's latest assessment of the S&P 500 (^GSPC) CAPE ratio — or its Cyclically-Adjusted Price-to-Earnings Ratio — examining parallels between the early 2000s tech bubble and current market conditions following the last two years of a bull market run. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief here. This post was written by Angel Smith

Yahoo Finance Video 23 days ago

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Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway outperforms S&P 500 in 2024

Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-B, BRK-A) has outperformed the S&P 500 (^GSPC) in 2024, its stock rising by 23% annually, equivalent to over $119,000 in gains. Catalysts host Madison Mills and Yahoo Finance markets reporter Josh Schafer discuss the growth outlook for Berkshire Hathaway and what Chairman-CEO Warren Buffett may have planned for the firm's portfolio. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Catalysts here. This post was written by Luke Carberry Mogan.

Yahoo Finance Video 26 days ago

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Wall Street predicts slower S&P 500 growth in 2025. Here's why.

Following two consecutive years of over 20% gains, Wall Street strategists anticipate more modest growth for the S&P 500 (^GSPC) in 2025. Yahoo Finance Markets Reporter Josh Schafer analyzes the factors behind this conservative outlook and why experts believe markets will "take a breather" as it enters the third year of a bull run. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Catalysts here. This post was written by Angel Smith

Yahoo Finance Video 27 days ago

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Here's where Wall Street sees stocks heading after the best 2-year stretch since '97-'98

Wall Street strategists see further gains for the S&P 500 in 2025 as a broadening of earnings growth and a resilient US economy continue to drive the bull market rally.

Yahoo Finance 29 days ago

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Top 10 S&P 500 stocks account for 59% of gains since 2022

Ten stocks leading the S&P 500 (^GSPC) accounted for 59% of the index's gains since 2022. Tech names like Nvidia (NVDA), Super Micro Computer (SMCI), and Broadcom (AVGO) lead the index higher. Madison Mills breaks down the performance of the top 10 names and compares it to that of the next 10 stocks and the rest of the S&P 500 components, examining what it signals about market breadth. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief here. This post was written by Naomi Buchanan.

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10 charts that tell the story of markets and the economy in 2024

Here's why the S&P 500 is on track to rise more than 20% in two consecutive years for the first time since the late 1990s.

Yahoo Finance 30 days ago

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Stock market enters final stretch of 2024: What to know this week

Stocks will look to rebound from a sluggish start to the "Santa Claus" rally in the final trading days of 2024.

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Americans are less confident about where the US economy is headed

The potential impact of President-elect Donald Trump's policies remained top of mind for consumers in December, per the Conference Board.

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The Fed's 'pivot' brought market uncertainty to the forefront

The Federal Reserve's hawkish comments about uncertainty in the rate path ahead spooked investors.

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How the S&P 500 usually performs following extended rallies

In an interview with Yahoo Finance, Bank of America Securities Head of US Equity Strategy Savita Subramanian forecasts moderate gains for the S&P 500 (^GSPC), projecting a 10 to 11% increase in 2025 with her team maintaining a 2025 year-end price target of 6,666. Today's Chart of the Day features anchor Julie Hyman examining historical trends of S&P 500 (^GSPC) returns following sustained two-year market rallies. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Asking for a Trend here. This post was written by Angel Smith

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Why the Dow is suddenly in a historic funk

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen for nine straight trading sessions, marking its worst losing streak since 1978.

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S&P 500 INDEX (^SPX)

Nvidia stock crash saw retail investors dump more than $900 million into the name

Forward earnings growth key to S&P 500 rally: YF Chartbook

Has the S&P 500 become overreliant on the AI trade?

Trump's inauguration looms as earnings season rolls on: What to know this week

Passive investing may be the best strategy for retirement saving

Stocks could be 'protected' from steep declines by Trump: BofA

Will the S&P 500 see gains after Trump's inauguration?

S&P 500 futures, Trump and crypto, TikTok ban: 3 Things

How Trump's tariff, economic plans could shake the US dollar

S&P 500's CAPE Ratio: What it's signaling about a 2025 tech bubble

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway outperforms S&P 500 in 2024

Wall Street predicts slower S&P 500 growth in 2025. Here's why.

Here's where Wall Street sees stocks heading after the best 2-year stretch since '97-'98

Top 10 S&P 500 stocks account for 59% of gains since 2022

10 charts that tell the story of markets and the economy in 2024

Stock market enters final stretch of 2024: What to know this week

Americans are less confident about where the US economy is headed

The Fed's 'pivot' brought market uncertainty to the forefront

How the S&P 500 usually performs following extended rallies

Why the Dow is suddenly in a historic funk