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State Street Earnings Preview: What to Expect
State Street is expected to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts predict a double-digit growth in the company’s bottom-line figure.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Why Sugar Prices Are Up on Oil Price Gains and How to Trade Sugar Futures Now
July sugar futures present a buying opportunity on more price strength.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
United Airlines' Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know
United Airlines is poised to reveal its first-quarter results soon, and Wall Street analysts expect its EPS to grow by double digits.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Out-of-This-World Options: 3 Larger, Diverse Spread Trades in Rocket Lab Stock
Rocket Lab is an emerging bet on the space industry, and options traders are clearly taking notice.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Charles Schwab’s Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know
This is what analysts expect from Charles Schwab ahead of its Q1 results, as the stock is down almost 5% this year.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Iran Ceasefire Doubts Boost the Dollar
The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.19%. The dollar is climbing today as doubts about whether a ceasefire in Iran will materialize weigh on stocks and boost safe-haven demand for the dollar. Also, today's decline in US weekly continuing une...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
CEO Anthony Noto Just Bought 28,900 Shares of SoFi Stock. Should You Back Up the Truck?
SOFI stock looks risky right now, given accounting accusations and AI fears.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From BNY's Next Quarterly Earnings Report
BNY’s Q1 results are just around the corner. Here’s what analysts expect out of this banking stalwart.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What You Need To Know Ahead of Johnson & Johnson's Earnings Release
Johnson & Johnson is expected to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts are projecting a single-digit decline in its EPS.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From Marsh & McLennan's Q1 2026 Earnings Report
Marsh & McLennan is set to deliver its first-quarter results in April, and analysts project single-digit earnings growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Memory Prices Could Spike More Than 100%: Buy Micron Stock Here
Wedbush is bullish on memory stocks like Micron as analysts anticipate a huge jump in prices.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
PepsiCo Earnings Preview: What to Expect
Here’s what analysts expect from PepsiCo’s upcoming quarterly results…
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Anavex Life Sciences Stock Is Deeply Oversold. Should You Buy the Dip?
Anavex shares crash as the EMA indicates it won’t issue a positive opinion on its candidate Alzheimer’s drug. Here’s why long-term investors may still consider loading up on AVXL stock today.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Stocks Fall as Crude Oil Jumps on Doubts About a Ceasefire in Iran
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.50%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.77%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.43%, and June E-min...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
3 Top Strait of Hormuz Stocks, and How the FCC is Boosting SpaceX
Our senior market strategist unpacks the investing opportunities behind this week’s big headlines, including the SpaceX IPO and the Strait of Hormuz slowdown.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Why Is SanDisk (SNDK) Stock Down Today and Should You Buy the Dip?
SanDisk stock sank on a $1 billion Nanya investment and Google’s reveal of TurboQuant. But there’s reason to buy the dip in SNDK shares.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Broadcom Insiders Are Selling Stock. Is AVGO Finally at the End of the Road?
Broadcom insiders recently sold $88 million in stock, rattling investors even as the company’s AI‑driven results and guidance remain strong.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From CSX Corporation’s Next Quarterly Earnings Report
Here’s what analysts are expecting from freight rail giant CSX Corp’s upcoming Q1 results…
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Morgan Stanley Says This Is the Top Thing for Tesla Stock Bulls to Watch in 2026
Morgan Stanley says the biggest potential driver for Tesla this year is whether it can launch an unsupervised robotaxi fleet
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What You Need To Know Ahead of Travelers' Earnings Release
Travelers is poised to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts predict a triple-digit jump in the company’s bottom-line figure.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From Omnicom Group's Q1 2026 Earnings Report
Omnicom Group is expected to announce its first-quarter results soon, and analysts expect its EPS to grow by a single digit.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Bank of America Sees 30% Upside Potential in Microsoft Stock: Buy the Mag 7 Leader Now?
Bank of America reinstates its bullish rating on tech giant Microsoft with over 30% upside.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Hogs Look to Thursday Trade
Lean hog futures saw mixed trade on Wednesday, with contracts up 17 cents to 40 cents lower. Open interested slipped 1,374 contracts on Wednesday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $91.65 on Wednesday afternoon, down 97 cents from the da...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Wheat Starting Thursday with Slight Losses
Wheat is facing 1 to 5 cent losses in the front months early on Thursday. The wheat complex is showing strength on Wednesday. Chicago SRW futures were 6 ¼ to 7 ¾ cents higher at the close. Open interest showed some new buying, up 6,588 contracts on W...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Cattle Look to Thursday After Wednesday Weakness
Live cattle futures saw Wednesday weakness with contracts down 20 to 95 cents at the close. Open interest was up 262 contracts, suggesting a rotation of ownership. Cash trade has yet to get kicked off this week. The Wednesday Fed Cattle Exchange onli...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Cotton Push Higher into Wednesday’s Close
Cotton price action is mixed on Thursday morning, with contracts down 8 points to up 3. Futures posted 15 to 56 point gains on the Wednesday session. The US dollar index was $0.253 higher at $99.495. Crude oil was down $1.06 on the day and nearly $5....
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Corn Slipping Back Early on Thursday Morning
Corn price action is down 1 to 2 cents so far on Thursday AM trade. Futures posted 3 to 5 ¼ cent gains across the board on Wednesday despite early session weakness. Open interest suggested a rotation of ownership, down just 116 contracts. The CmdtyVi...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Soybeans Holding Steady on Thursday Morning
Soybeans are near unchanged on Thursday AM trade, with fractional losses. Futures rallied late on Wednesday, with contracts up 6 ¼ to 16 ¾ cents at the close. Open interest was down 701 contracts on Wednesday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From Regions Financial's Q1 2026 Earnings Report
Regions Financial is ready to announce its fiscal first-quarter earnings next month, and analysts project a double-digit earnings growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
This Dell Technologies Option Strategy with Bullish Tilt Is Geared for Upside Gains
Dell Technologies (DELL) is holding nicely above rising 21, 50 and 200-day moving averages and is a highly rated stock among many analysts. Today, we are looking at an unbalanced iron condor, with a slightly bullish bias.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Here's What to Expect From J.B. Hunt's Next Earnings Report
J.B. Hunt is expected to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts are projecting double-digit EPS growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Stocks Plunge Before the Open as Oil Prices Climb on U.S.-Iran Talks Uncertainty
June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.63%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.77% this morning as mounting uncertainty over Iran’s willingness to engage in negotiations to end the Middle East conflict pushed oil prices h...
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
M&T Bank’s Q1 2026 Earnings: What to Expect
M&T Bank Corporation is expected to release its fiscal first-quarter earnings next month, and analysts project a significant EPS increase.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Blackstone's Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know
Blackstone will release its first-quarter earnings soon, and analysts anticipate a high double-digit bottom-line growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
KeyCorp Earnings Preview: What to Expect
KeyCorp will release its first-quarter earnings next month, and analysts anticipate a double-digit bottom-line growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Here's What to Expect From Huntington Bancshares' Next Earnings Report
Huntington Bancshares will release its first-quarter earnings soon, and analysts anticipate a single-digit bottom-line growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
What to Expect From Snap-on's Next Quarterly Earnings Report
Snap-on will release its first-quarter earnings soon, and analysts anticipate a single-digit bottom-line growth.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Williams-Sonoma Just Raised Its Dividend 15%. Should You Buy the Blue-Chip Stock Here?
Williams-Sonoma is rewarding shareholders with a 15% dividend hike and steady execution. Does this consistency leave upside on the table?
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Hogs Close Mixed on Wednesday
Lean hog futures saw mixed trade on Wednesday, with contracts up 17 cents to 40 cents lower. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $91.65 on Wednesday afternoon, down 97 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was down another 7 cen...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Cotton Push Higher into Wednesday’s Close
Cotton futures posted 15 to 56 point gains on the Wednesday session. The US dollar index was $0.253 higher at $99.495. Crude oil was down $1.06 on the day and nearly $5.00 off the lows. The Seam showed 2,087 bales sold on Tuesday at an average of 68....
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Corn Pushes Higher into Wednesday’s Close as EPA Opens E15 for the Summer
Corn futures posted 3 to 5 ¼ cent gains across the board on Wednesday despite early session weakness. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was up 4 3/4 cents to $4.25 3/4. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a waiver this morning allow...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Cattle Fade Back Lower on Wednesday
Live cattle futures saw Wednesday weakness with contracts down 20 to 95 cents at the close. Cash trade has yet to get kicked off this week. The Wednesday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 1,024 head offered, as bids were $233-...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Wheat Posts Midweek Gains
The wheat complex is showing strength on Wednesday. Chicago SRW futures were 6 ¼ to 7 ¾ cents higher at the close. KC HRW futures posted 10 ¼ to 13 ¾ cent gains in the front months on the midweek session. MPLS spring wheat saw gains of 4 ¼ to...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Soybeans Rally Late as Trump/Xi Meeting Scheduled
Soybeans rallied late on Wednesday, with contracts up 6 ¼ to 16 ¾ cents at the close. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was up 17 cents at $10.98. Soymeal futures were down 70 cents to $2.60, with Soy Oil futures up 90 to 137 points. Th...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Stocks Finish Higher on US Push to End Iran War
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed up +0.54%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.66%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.67%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.56%, and J...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
EchoStar Stock Just Broke Above Its 50-Day Moving Average on SpaceX IPO Hype. Does That Make SATS a Buy?
EchoStar shares soar on reports that SpaceX could file for IPO next week. Here’s why SATS stock remains worth owning in 2026.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Micron Broke Below Its 50-Day Moving Average. Should You Buy the Dip?
Micron stock sinks on debt reduction announcement and Google’s release of TurboQuant. But options traders seem to believe that MU shares are poised for a comeback.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Dollar Supported by Ongoing US-Iran War
The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.22%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Wednesday and moved higher after Iran said it rejected the latest US peace proposal. Also, Wednesday's US economic news, showing the Feb import price in...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
As the Oil Shock Sends Energy Stocks Soaring, Buy These 3 Now
Oil prices spike on ongoing war concerns, sending energy stocks into rally mode. However, a long-term outlook is vital.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Crude Oil Prices Slide on Hopes Diplomacy Will End Iran War
May WTI crude oil (CLK26 ) on Wednesday closed down -2.03 (-2.20%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26 ) closed down -0.1344 (-4.34%). Crude oil and gasoline prices fell sharply on Wednesday in hopes that US-Iran diplomacy can end the war in Iran. Also,...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Nat-Gas Prices Recover on Concern Over Tighter Global Supplies
April Nymex natural gas (NGJ26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.009 (+0.31%). Nat-gas prices recovered from a 3.5-week low on Wednesday and settled slightly higher after Iran rejected a peace plan from the US, which could keep the Strait of Hormuz closed...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Warning: Investing in Tech Stocks May Just Be 1 Big, Overcrowded Trade
As I see it, “diversification” has become a casualty of the indexing age. But that hasn’t stopped investors from pursuing it.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
As Alibaba Launches a New Chip for Agentic AI, Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold BABA Stock?
Alibaba is launching a new chip aimed at helping process agentic AI.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Sugar Prices Fall as Crude Oil Slumps
May NY world sugar #11 (SBK26 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.33 (-2.08%), and May London ICE white sugar #5 (SWK26 ) closed down -8.60 (-1.86%). Sugar prices fell sharply on Wednesday as a -2% slump in crude oil prices (CLK26 ) sparked long liquidatio...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Cocoa Prices Sharply Lower on Improved Supply Outlook
May ICE NY cocoa (CCK26 ) on Wednesday closed down -102 (-3.15%), and May ICE London cocoa #7 (CAK26 ) closed down -74 (-3.08%). Cocoa prices sold off sharply on Wednesday to 2.5-week lows. Wednesday's stronger dollar weighed on cocoa prices along w...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Coffee Prices Settle Lower in Hopes Strait of Hormuz Could Soon Be Reopened
May arabica coffee (KCK26 ) on Wednesday closed down -1.75 (-0.55%), and May ICE robusta coffee (RMK26 ) closed down -33 (-0.90%). Coffee prices settled lower on Wednesday as long liquidation emerged in coffee futures amid hopes that US-Iran diplomac...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
OpenAI Lists Dependence on Microsoft as a ‘Risk'. MSFT Should Perhaps Say the Same
OpenAI has listed dependence on Microsoft as among the risks it faces. It works both ways, though, and even MSFT seems to have put too many eggs in one basket with its backing of OpenAI.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
After a 19% Move Upward, Does ARM Stock Have More Room to Run?
ARM stock spiked 19% on Wednesday morning. Here's what might be coming next for Arm Holdings.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
From $37 to $87 in Just One Year, This Growth Stock is Unstoppable
DigitalOcean is a high-growth, AI-leveraged cloud challenger with real momentum and a bright future.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
These 3 Defensive Stocks Just Hit 52-Week Highs — Should You Lock In Gains?
High PEG ratios indicate that many defensive stocks in health care and consumer staples trade at stretched valuations. With earnings growth lagging price momentum, three stand out as candidates for profit-taking while the market’s risk appetite begin...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Warren Buffett Urges Investors to Stay in the Market: ‘I Would Still Be Buying Stocks Even If I Knew World War III Would Happen’
Times of geopolitical conflict can bring anxiety to investors worried about their portfolios. But Warren Buffett offers uplifting advice.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Arm Stock Just Entered Overbought Territory. Is It Too Late to Chase the Rally Here?
Arm stock rallies as the firm announces its first in-house AI chip. Here’s why the AGI CPU news warrants buying ARM shares in 2026.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Arm Just Debuted Its First In-House Chip. Should You Buy ARM Stock Now?
As Arm enters the AI chip race with its own silicon, should investors jump in, or wait for a better entry point?
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Alphabet Stock Drops, But Huge Unusual Call GOOG Options Activity Highlights Its Value
Unusually large activity in GOOG call options that are out-of-the-money (OTM) signals that some institutional investors love Alphabet stock at these prices.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
How Barchart’s Top Momentum Trader Uses Charts to Buy the Dip
I use Barchart’s Trend Seeker® system and moving averages to time “Buy the Dip” entries for the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) and any other security. For short-term trades, I combine the Daily Trend Seeker with the 50-day moving average and 5...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
2 Fertilizer Stocks to Buy Now to Bet on a Continued Strait of Hormuz Closure
Disruptions in Strait of Hormuz shipping are impacting fertilizer prices, benefiting companies like CVR Partners and Intrepid Potash.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Hogs Trading Mixed on Wednesday
Lean hog futures are mixed at midday, with front months down 15 cents and other contract higher. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $91.27 on Wednesday morning. The CME Lean Hog Index was down another 7 cents on March 23 at $91.71. Pork...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Corn Posting Wednesday Midday Gains
Corn futures are showing 2 to 4 cent gains across most contracts on Wednesday’s midday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is up 3 3/4 cents to $4.24 3/4. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a waiver this morning allowing E15 sales s...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Wheat Posting Wednesday Gains
The wheat complex is showing strength on Wednesday. Chicago SRW futures are 3 to 5 cents higher in the front months so far on the day. KC HRW futures are trading with 9 to 10 cent gains on Wednesday. MPLS spring wheat is up 8 to 9 cents at midday....
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Soybeans Rallying Higher on Wednesday
Soybeans are trading with 6 to 9 cent gains on Wednesday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is up 8 1/4 cents at $10.79 1/4. Soymeal futures were down $3.00 to $4.00, with Soy Oil futures up 120 to 130 points. The EPA is expected to rel...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Cattle Fading Back on Wednesday
Live cattle futures are down $1.45 to $1.75 on Wednesday. Cash trade has yet to get kicked off this week. The Wednesday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 1,024 head offered, as bids were $233-235 live and $369 in the beef. Fee...
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Circle Stock Is Plunging on New Stablecoin Bill Talks. Should You Buy the Dip?
New legislation has created a dip in Circle’s stock. Should you consider investing now?
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
The Midterm Election Pattern Returns: Are History and the Strait of Hormuz Signaling an 18% Drawdown?
Markets are starting to feel the pressure of higher prices, the private credit crunch, and more. But is it just history repeating itself?
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
Why Nvidia Could Be One of the Best Stocks to Buy if Trump Does Strike a Deal With Iran
Amid growing hopes of a U.S.-Iran deal, Wolfe Research sees investors rotating back to mega-cap and AI names, with NVIDIA emerging as a key beneficiary.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026
A $1 Billion Reason to Buy Toyota Stock Here
Toyota is doubling down on U.S. manufacturing at a time when its stock still trades at a modest valuation, giving long-term investors a fresh reason to take a closer look.
Via Barchart.com · March 25, 2026