Wall Street experienced a significant downturn as investors questioned soaring tech valuations, triggering a broad market selloff. The Nasdaq led declines with a 0.9% drop while energy markets faced additional pressure from falling Russian oil exports. This correction threatens to derail the ongoing tech rally that has characterized 2025.
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Caterpillar Soars on AI Data Center Demand Boost
Caterpillar Inc. shares recorded their biggest gain in 16 years following impressive quarterly results that exceeded Wall Street expectations. The surge was driven by unprecedented demand for the company’s power-generation equipment from AI data centers. This performance highlights how traditional industrial companies are benefiting from the artificial intelligence boom, with the energy and transportation division posting a 17% revenue jump that significantly outpaced growth in traditional mining and construction segments.
about Caterpillar Soars on AI Data Center Demand BoostUS Stocks Rally Ahead of Fed Rate Decision
US equities surged higher as investors positioned themselves ahead of the Federal Reserve’s crucial rate decision. Technology stocks led the charge, with Nvidia approaching a historic $5 trillion market capitalization while industrial names like Caterpillar posted impressive gains, driving broad market optimism despite lingering concerns about narrow leadership and upcoming Fed guidance.
about US Stocks Rally Ahead of Fed Rate DecisionVerizon Gains, Caterpillar Rises on AI, Fiserv Plunges
Morning Brief host Julie Hyman highlights key stock movements driven by corporate earnings and outlook revisions. Verizon shares climbed in pre-market trading following positive earnings, while Caterpillar benefited from AI data center projects. Meanwhile, Fiserv saw significant declines after reducing its full-year profit guidance.
about Verizon Gains, Caterpillar Rises on AI, Fiserv Plunges3 Monthly Dividend ETFs Outperforming SCHD
While Schwab’s SCHD has long been considered the benchmark for dividend ETFs, three monthly-paying alternatives are delivering superior long-term performance. Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income (DIVO), WisdomTree U.S. Total Dividend (DTD), and SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) have all outperformed SCHD over both 10-year and 5-year periods while offering more frequent income distributions, creating compelling options for investors seeking both growth and steady cash flow.
about 3 Monthly Dividend ETFs Outperforming SCHD7 Industrial Stocks to Watch Today: MarketBeat Picks
MarketBeat’s stock screener has identified seven key industrial stocks commanding investor attention today, spanning machinery manufacturing, aerospace, construction, and energy storage sectors. The selection of Plug Power, Danaher, Caterpillar, Cipher Mining, Linde, Eaton, and Eos Energy Enterprises highlights diverse opportunities within the industrial equity space, representing both established industrial leaders and specialized technology-focused firms across multiple industrial subsectors.
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While the Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) remains the benchmark for dividend investors, three monthly-paying alternatives have consistently delivered superior long-term performance alongside higher yields. The Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF (DIVO), SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA), and Amplify CWP Growth & Income ETF (QDVO) have collectively outperformed SCHD over the past decade while offering the compounding benefits and convenience of monthly distributions. For investors seeking to diversify beyond the traditional dividend ETF standard, these funds present compelling opportunities for enhanced income and growth.
about 3 Monthly Dividend ETFs Outperforming SCHDStock Market Update Dow Jones Gains Amid Mixed Performance and Notable Stock Moves
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1%, buoyed by UnitedHealth’s nearly 4% gain, while Nvidia fell nearly 3% due to new AI export restrictions. Howard Hughes surged over 9% following Bill Ackman’s acquisition offer, while Abercrombie & Fitch plummeted nearly 20% despite raising holiday sales guidance. The Nasdaq composite dropped over 1%, with Constellation Energy and Micron Technology among the biggest losers.
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