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Congressman Buys Shares Of Small Cap Lift Truck Company You've Probably Never Heard Of

A congressman disclosed several notable stock transactions recently, including buying up shares of restaurant company Cracker Barrel after its logo change backlash. The congressman also bought shares of a small cap lift truck company that could draw more attention.

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As tech companies battle, Jim Cramer names other sectors to focus on

As volatility in the tech sector continues, CNBC's Jim Cramer encouraged investors to buy stocks in sectors that do well when the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates. "I'm not advocating the wholesale abandonment of the best sector in history, not at all," he said.

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Will a Rate Cut Really Help? Only Some

Rate cuts are likely coming – who will it help?

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My Outlook For The Market In 2026: An Optimistic But Cautious Stance

I think a position in American equities is crucial, such as the S&P 500 Index and Nasdaq 100 Index, viewing them as structural long-term plays. Despite strong 2025 returns, I expect mid-single-digit S&P 500 gains in 2026, driven by ~10% EPS growth but offset by a light multiple contraction.

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Job Cuts Climb as Labor Economy Workforce Trades Down

A trio of labor reports, spanning government, private sector data and PYMNTS Intelligence findings, shows that uncertainty is rising among hourly workers even as their spending continues.

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Recent market weakness will lead to medium-term strength, says Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson

Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson joins the 'Fast Money' trader table to share his take on markets.

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AI race's leadership changeup, options, and meme stocks: What investors need to know

Roundhill Investments CEO, Dave Mazza, joins Market Catalysts host Julie Hyman to discuss what's driving the changing sentiment surrounding the artificial intelligence (AI) trade. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts here: https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/market-catalysts/ #youtube #stocks #investing About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq Extend Win Streaks Ahead Of Key Inflation Data; AppLovin, Robinhood Eye Buy Points

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite extend winning streaks Thursday ahead of key inflation data. AppLovin stock hits a buy point.

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Stocks Mostly Flat as Bonds Slip Ahead of Fed Decision | Closing Bell

Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, David Gura, Carol Massar and Alexis Christoforous. -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?

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Kevin Hassett As Fed Chair: Bond Vigilantes Are Warning Us

Kevin Hassett is now the frontrunner (85% probability) to become the next Fed Chair, signaling a dovish shift in monetary policy. Hassett favors more rate cuts, aligning with the administration's pro-growth stance.

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The stock market is verging on a holiday breakout — taking gold and silver with it

If positive seasonality kicks in, investors can expect all-time highs before year-end.

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Why Pimco Ignored 'Sell America' Calls and Won Big

After President Donald Trump put punitive tariffs on products coming in from dozens of countries, there were many "Sell America" calls. But Pimco held onto it stakes in Treasuries and bought more.

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Market Outlook For 2026: The Fourth Industrial Revolution Is Just Getting Started

The S&P 500 Index is poised for approximately 10% growth in 2026, driven by ongoing Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) tailwinds and sector rotation. Industry 4.0 technologies—AI, virtual reality, IOT, blockchain—continue to fuel outperformance for select growth stocks like POWL, FLEX, STRL, and PSIX.

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Reasons for the bull market to continue in 2026, plus support for lawmaker stock trading ban grows

Market Domination Overtime anchor Josh Lipton breaks down the latest market moves for December 4, 2025. Truist chief investment officer and chief market strategist Keith Lerner breaks down his reasons why the bull market will continue into next year.

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S&P 500: Junk Bonds Indicate Prolonged Bull Run

With all major equity indices regularly creating new all-time highs, it becomes increasingly tempting to guess the market top. I suggest investors monitor junk bond yield and avoid drastic allocation away from equity despite high valuation multiples.

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Economic growth has slowed to unacceptable levels, says author Jim Paulsen

Jim Paulsen, Paulsen Perspectives author, and Charles Bobrinskoy, Ariel Investments vice chairman, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the day's market action and the state of the U.S. economy.

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US layoffs soar past 1.1M in 2025, highest level since the pandemic

November layoffs dropped 53% from last month but rose 24% yearly, pushing 2025 job cuts to levels not seen since COVID-19 pandemic struck the American workforce.

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Thursday's Final Takeaways: WDB Bidding War, Crypto Wavers & Jobless Claims

When it comes to the stories largely missed on Thursday's trading action, Marley Kayden and Sam Vadas guide investors through the continuing Warner Bros. Discovery (WDB) bidding war, crypto's mulled trading action, and the initial jobless claims print.

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Dow Slips, Small Stocks Rally Amid Mixed Signals on Economy

Bond yields rise in the U.S. and Japan.

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AI's rise stirs excitement, sparks job worries

The transformative effects of artificial intelligence dominated discussions at the Reuters NEXT conference in New York, with panelists concentrating on how it may upend work - and job growth - sidestepping concerns about an AI bubble.

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