The major averages posted modest gains on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 closing at another record. Here’s what’s on CNBC’s radar going into Thursday.
Wait for buying opportunities in stocks such as Walmart, strategist says
Future dips in Walmart and Bumble shares could be an opportunity, according to Jay Woods, chief global strategist at Freedom Capital Markets.
2024 laggards due for a comeback this year, according to Jefferies
Some laggards from 2024 could be due for a swing to the upside in the new year, according to Jefferies.
Turn to these solid dividend payers to smooth your portfolio’s ride in rocky times
CNBC Pro screened for dividend aristocrats that not only have a history of raising payouts but also have upside ahead, according to analysts.
Apple will need to raise prices for the iPhone, other products by 9% to fully offset Trump’s coming tariffs, estimates Bank of America
Still, the firm’s analyst called the taxes “manageable.”
Meta’s historic winning streak comes to an end. What the charts say happens next
Frank Cappelleri breaks down the charts on Meta.
Trump’s three market barometers to watch: Long yields, U.S. dollar and oil
The president appears to be seeking to suppress long-dated yields, the U.S. dollar and oil prices.
Buy Wendy’s on the coming Frosty innovation, says Wolfe Research
Two major innovations to the signature Frosty desserts at Wendy’s could boost the stock’s growth rate this year, according to Wolfe Research.
Apple is running into some challenges. An options trade that pays off if the stock struggles from here
Tony Zhang describes selling a call vertical in Apple.
Forget the Magnificent 7, buy these high-quality alternatives instead, Piper Sandler says
While the “Magnificent Seven” helped lead the market higher last year, there are other stocks investors should eye for 2025 instead, according to Piper Sandler.