The S&P 500 (^GSPC -0.33%) is considered the single best benchmark for the overall U.S. stock market because of its scope. It tracks the performance of 500 large companies that account for about 80% of domestic equities by market value.
DoorDash (DASH 0.63%) was added to the S&P 500 on March 24 during the quarterly rebalancing.
During times of financial need — whether due to unexpected medical emergencies or planned expenditures like home renovations — many individuals either turn to personal loans or credit cards or dip into their investments.
While these methods may provide immediate relief, the long-term perils to your personal finances cannot be overlooked.
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HSBC analyst Mike Tyndall has lowered his price target for Tesla (TSLA) to $130 from $165, signaling a potential downside of nearly 50% from the March 26 closing price of $272.06. The downgrade reflects weakening fundamentals and growing competition in the electric vehicle (EV) market. Meanwhile, HSBC has maintained its Sell rating on TSLA stock.
Private credit has exploded in popularity among investors, with the market soaring from $1 trillion in 2020 to $1.5 trillion at the beginning of 2024, according to alternative data provider Preqin. The firm expects this figure to reach $2.6 trillion by 2029.
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CoreWeave’s IPO could set the stage for the next chapter of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution.
During the last two years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a generational megatrend rarely witnessed in the capital markets. While the S&P 500 posted total returns of 26% and 25% during 2023 and 2024,
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HONG KONG (AP) — Asian stocks were mostly lower Friday as investors mulled uncertainties brought by U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs.
Tokyo’s benchmark Nikkei 225 sank 2% to 36,920.84 on renewed heavy selling of auto-related shares following Trump’s announcement he plans to impose 25% tariffs on auto imports.
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