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Home Depot Has Raised Its Dividend for 17 Consecutive Years and Reports Earnings Aug. 18. Is It the Smarter Dow Stock to Buy Over Walmart?

Key Points Despite dealing with cyclical pressures, Home Depot has paid a dividend in 157 straight quarters. Walmart’s success in online shopping and advertising demonstrates how its business has evolved. Valuation is the critical determining factor that investors will consider when choosing the better …

Can Starbucks (SBUX) Justify Its Valuation As Earnings And Guidance Move Higher?

Track your investments for FREE with Simply Wall St, the portfolio command center trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Starbucks earnings and guidance move back into focus Starbucks (SBUX) is back in the spotlight after reporting fiscal third quarter results on July …

SentinelOne (S) Deepens AWS Ties As Growth Accelerates

On August 4, SentinelOne (NYSE:S) expanded its work with Amazon Web Services, folding its AI security tools into a single governance layer for Amazon Bedrock. The news arrives as the cybersecurity company's revenue growth is speeding up and its losses are shrinking, even as …

Jim Cramer Is Telling Investors to Accumulate SpaceX for the Long Term

During CNBC's Mad Money episode aired on August 5, Jim Cramer addressed investor concerns surrounding Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:SPCX) and its immense capital requirements. Explaining why he remains bullish on SpaceX's long-term trajectory despite the massive expenditures involved, Cramer stated: I want to …

Apple brings Alibaba's Qwen AI model to Mac users in China

[Apple Store at 5th Ave in Manhattan, New York City] ozgurdonmaz/iStock Unreleased via Getty Images Apple (AAPL [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/AAPL]) has published a guide for Mac users in mainland China explaining how to connect Alibaba's (BABA [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/BABA]) Qwen artificial intelligence service to the company’s Siri and …

General Motors (GM) Extends China Joint Venture For 20 More Years

Make better investment decisions with Simply Wall St's easy, visual tools that give you a competitive edge. General Motors (NYSE:GM) and SAIC Motor renewed their China joint venture for another 20 years, with a focus on new energy vehicles and global exports. The partners …

Tractor Supply CEO Lawton Buys 15,600 Shares for $501,540 Amid Stock's 44% Decline

Key Points The purchase of 15,600 shares resulted in a transaction value of $501,540 at a weighted average price of $32.15 per share on Aug. 4, 2026. The acquisition increased the total equity position by 3% across both direct and indirect holdings. This transaction …

Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT) Could Be 9% Undervalued On Earnings And Buybacks

Get insights on thousands of stocks from the global community of over 7 million individual investors at Simply Wall St. Earnings, Dividend and Buyback Put Hilton Worldwide Holdings in Focus Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT) has drawn investor attention after reporting second quarter 2026 results, …

Airbnb vs. MercadoLibre: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Key Points Airbnb manages a massive global network of over 9 million active listings across 220 countries and regions. MercadoLibre dominates Latin American e-commerce and fintech with an integrated logistics and payment ecosystem. Which of these consumer discretionary giants is the better fit for …

The Industry Builds Its Own Regulator

The Industry Builds Its Own Regulator Washington is currently occupied with the GENIUS Act, a framework that focuses on stablecoin issuers while leaving the mechanics of machine-initiated transactions largely untouched. As Congress stalls on the specifics of AI-driven finance, the private sector has begun …

Advance Auto Parts vs. Ford Motor: Which Automotive Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Key Points Advance Auto Parts is leveraging AI-powered delivery technology and market hub restructuring to stabilize its retail footprint. Ford Motor continues to generate massive free cash flow while leaning on its commercial Pro segment to offset electric vehicle transition costs. Which automotive player …

Rivian's make-or-break R2 midsize EV delivers: Road test

The Rivian R2 is, frankly, the most important vehicle Rivian (RIVN) has ever built. It's the car that's supposed to push Rivian over the edge on cost, scale, and, importantly, profits. Rivian's first-gen R1S and R1T EVs earned acclaim but bled money at their …

eBay Slid This Past Month: Why a Leading Analyst Expects 32% Growth Ahead Anyway

Quick Read eBay dropped 4% last month after Q3 EPS guidance missed Q2's $1.60 mark, prompting Wells Fargo to slash its target to $92 on Depop drag. BMO's Brian Pitz set a Street-high $145 target on EBAY, pointing to Focus Categories driving over 40% …

McDonald's says it alienated its most loyal customers

Earlier this year, I reported on McDonald's launch of a $3 or less meal deal in an effort to win back its value status, targeting budget-conscious customers. McDonald's new "McValue 2.0" meals included: The $4 meal deal: Consumers can order breakfast options with a …

Earnings Scoreboard: 86% of S&P 500 reporting firms top EPS estimates as 79% post Y/Y profit growth

[Rolled newspaper with the headline Quarterly Results] Zerbor S&P 500 earnings activity accelerated this week, with more than 130 index members reporting quarterly results that provided key insights into corporate margin health, spending trends, and overall macroeconomic strength. EARNINGS ROUNDUP: * BOTTOM LINE (EPS): …

Nike (NKE) Is Betting Big on Basketball’s Next Generation. Will It Pay Off?

Nike Inc.'s (NYSE:NKE) latest move comes as the company continues to work toward restoring investor confidence in its turnaround story. It has made a major investment in Victor Wembanyama, a generational talent representing the NBA's San Antonio Spurs, through a signature shoe line. The …

Tesla UK sales drop as craze for Chinese rivals surges

Tesla's profits in the second quarter of the year fell by 17pc - Florence Lo/Reuters Tesla's deliveries in the UK have fallen sharply as the popularity of the carmaker's Chinese rivals surges. The electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, led by Elon Musk, delivered just 45,239 …

Dear Home Depot Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for August 18

Home Depot, Inc_ location by-hapabapa via iStock The home-improvement sector has faced no shortage of challenges this year. Elevated interest rates, stubborn inflation, and a sluggish housing market have made consumers more cautious about large renovation projects. Even so, Home Depot (HD) remains one …

Apple says Mac users in China can connect to Alibaba's Qwen AI service

By Eduardo Baptista BEIJING, Aug 8 (Reuters) - Apple has published a guide explaining how eligible Mac users in mainland China can connect Alibaba's Qwen artificial-intelligence service to ‌the U.S. tech giant's Siri digital assistant and Writing Tools feature. The Mac-specific arrangement ‌could help …

Análise e Previsão das Ações da Starbucks Corp (SBUX)

Honda's Profit Just Doubled. Its Two Biggest Problems Haven't Moved An Inch.

Honda's Profit Just Doubled. Its Two Biggest Problems Haven't Moved An Inch. Honda's profit more than doubled last quarter. That's the version of this story built for a press release, and it isn't wrong. It just isn't the interesting part. The interesting part is …

How Investors May Respond To Pinterest (PINS) Revenue Growth, Renewed Losses And New Accounting Chief

Pinterest reported second-quarter 2026 results with revenue rising to US$1,179.65 million but swinging from net income to a US$46.67 million loss, and also issued third-quarter revenue guidance of US$1,190 million to US$1,210 million. In parallel, Pinterest appointed Renee Jewell, currently Controller at Airbnb and …

Tractor Supply (TSCO) Cuts Its 2026 Outlook, Is The Stock A Bargain?

Get insights on thousands of stocks from the global community of over 7 million individual investors at Simply Wall St. Tractor Supply (TSCO) has drawn fresh investor attention after cutting its 2026 outlook and withdrawing its long term financial framework. The company cited softer …

Nucor, ASML Lead Five Stocks Near Buy Points Without This Big Risk

Steelmaker Nucor and chip-gear giant ASML are among five stocks near buy points with earnings in the rearview mirror. Continue Reading

Alibaba Pioneers Revenue Share on Open-Weight Models — the First Chinese Lab to Tax Deployment

Alibaba is fundamentally altering the economics of artificial intelligence by pioneering a revenue-share model for its upcoming open-weight models. With the release of Qwen3.8 expected around August 10, 2026, the company is moving to formalize a monetization layer that targets the deployment of these …

Notícias das Ações da Aptiv PLC (APTV)

Análise e Previsão das Ações da Ford Motor Co (F)

Análise e Previsão das Ações da Hasbro Inc (HAS)

Sea (SE) Could Be 19% Undervalued Following Its Growth Narrative

Find your next quality investment with Simply Wall St's easy and powerful screener, trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Sea (SE) is back in focus after its latest trading session and ahead of a closely watched earnings report on 11 August 2026. …

All It Takes Is 1,700 Shares of This High-Yielding Dividend Stock to Generate Over $1,000 in Yearly Dividends.

Key Points Ford Motor Company is working on turning itself around. It's embracing hybrid vehicles and investing in other new technologies. Its dividend yield and valuation are quite appealing.10 stocks we like better than Ford Motor Company › Investors considering Ford Motor Company(NYSE: F) …

‘Tariffs have been incredible’: Trump says America’s ‘rocking’ as Toyota, giants pour billions into US. Was he right?

Andrew Harnik/ Getty Images Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue through links in the content below. President Donald Trump has spent years arguing that tariffs would force companies to rethink where they build their products. Now, as manufacturers announce billions …

Prediction for Tesla Stock in 3 Years: The Bear Case

Key Points Tesla's biggest bear case isn't technological failure. Building breakthrough technology is only the first step. Scaling it into profitable businesses is what ultimately matters. Tesla could make meaningful technological progress and still disappoint investors if that progress falls short of the market's …

Pinterest (PINS) Taps Renee Jewell For Chief Accounting Officer

Find your next quality investment with Simply Wall St's easy and powerful screener, trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Pinterest (NYSE:PINS) appointed Renee Jewell as Chief Accounting Officer, adding a finance leader with experience at Airbnb and eBay. The appointment signals a …

London taxi drivers risk black cab shortage

A London taxi cab on the production line at the London Taxi Company's assembly plant in Coventry - Simon Dawson/Bloomberg London taxi drivers face the threat of a black cab shortage after a Chinese manufacturer radically scaled back production. Drivers and fleet operators in …

Notícias das Ações da Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)

Bear of the Day: Krispy Kreme (DNUT)

Krispy Kreme (DNUT), the iconic doughnut chain, has been a major disappointment since returning to the public markets in 2021. Shares have lost the vast majority of their value as weak unit economics, slowing US growth and an increasingly burdensome debt load overwhelmed what …