Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains.
This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.
Large-cap stocks are known for their staying power and ability to weather market storms better than smaller competitors.
However, their sheer size makes it more challenging to maintain high growth rates as they’ve already captured significant portions of their markets.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability.
But not all large-cap stocks are created equal - some are struggling with slowing growth, declining margins, or increased competition.
CORNING INC (NYSE:GLW) shows strong technicals with a perfect 10 rating and a high-quality breakout setup, making it a candidate for traders watching for momentum opportunities.
Mid-cap stocks often strike the right balance between having proven business models and market opportunities that can support $100 billion corporations.
However, they face intense competition from scaled industry giants and can be disrupted by new innovative players vying for a slice of the pie.
(BPT) - Choosing energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment, scheduling regular maintenance appointments and changing the furnace filter can all help contribute to a more comfortable and energy-efficient home. However, properly serviced equipment is not the only factor that contributes to a home's comfort and energy efficiency. Going beyond the equipment to consider a "whole home" approach to caring for indoor air may help optimize a home's energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
Corning’s first-quarter results surpassed Wall Street expectations, with management crediting robust adoption of its optical communications products, particularly those supporting generative AI (GenAI) data centers, as a primary growth engine. CEO Wendell Weeks emphasized that strong customer demand for new optical and solar products fueled double-digit sales growth, while recent price increases in the display segment contributed to improved operating margins. Weeks noted, “We expanded operating margin 250 basis points year-over-year to 18%,” reflecting the company’s ability to capitalize on both volume and pricing levers.
As the Q1 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the home construction materials industry, including Owens Corning (NYSE:OC) and its peers.
Even if they go mostly unnoticed, industrial businesses are the backbone of our country. But they are at the whim of volatile macroeconomic factors that influence capital spending (like interest rates), and the market seems convinced that demand will slow.
Due to this bearish outlook, the industry has tumbled by 2.3% over the past six months. This drawdown was disheartening since the S&P 500 held its ground.
Growth is a hallmark of all great companies, but the laws of gravity eventually take hold.
Those who rode the COVID boom and ensuing tech selloff in 2022 will surely remember that the market’s punishment can be swift and severe when trajectories fall.
(BPT) - Relocating from a Northern region to a Southern U.S. state can provide a mild respite from frigid winters. However, if problems exist within your new home's energy infrastructure, moving to a warmer climate zone could potentially be followed by your energy bills heating up. Still, there are steps homeowners can take to keep their cool and keep their budget on track - even in Southern climate zones. According to the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy, even modest weatherization measures like air sealing and increasing the quality and thickness of attic insulation can reliably reduce energy usage by 12%-18%. 1*
As the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here’s a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q1. Today, we are looking at electronic components stocks, starting with Corning (NYSE:GLW).
A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner.
Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.
Wall Street’s bearish price targets for the stocks in this article signal serious concerns.
Such forecasts are uncommon in an industry where maintaining cordial corporate relationships often trumps delivering the hard truth.
A company with profits isn’t always a great investment.
Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential.
Marjorie Taylor Greene disclosing buying 19 different stocks in a new filing. The buys come less than two weeks after the purchase of 50 different stocks.
Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains.
This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.
Broadcom (AVGO) advances in co-packaged optics technology with 200G/lane capability, highlighting key improvements in OSAT processes, thermal designs, and fiber routing.
