Articles written by Hayden Buckfire - Benzinga

Target Plunges 21% While Williams-Sonoma Soars 27% On Same Day

Target and Williams-Sonoma have opposite stock reactions to their earnings reports, reflecting mixed signals for the retail industry.

Mutated Bird Flu Case In California Puts Humans At Increased Risk, So Which Companies Are Developing Vaccines?

According to the Los Angeles Times, the total bird flue case count in the U.S. stands at 54; 31 cases are attributed to the dairy industry.

Snowflake 'One Of The Most Compelling Stories In Software' Ahead Of Earnings: Analyst

Analyst expects strong performance from big names ahead of Q3 earnings. Palo Alto Networks, Couchbase, and Snowflake remain top picks.

Will AI Become An Assistant Or A Master? Experts Beg To Differ At Benzinga Fintech Conference

While AI has excited financial markets in recent years, its ultimate use is still unclear, especially in fields such as fintech.

X Vs. Threads Vs. Bluesky: Does Elon Musk's Social Media Site Still Reign Supreme?

In 2022, Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter caused major shakeups in the social media landscape. His platform, X, has faced controversies and a decline in value, while rival Bluesky gains popularity and users.

Credit Card Delinquencies Tick Up At Discover, Capital One: Total Household Debt Hovers Just Below $18 Trillion

Americans struggling to pay off increasing credit card debt. Delinquency rates vary by company, with Discover and Capital One seeing slight increases.

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Slashes Apple, BofA Holdings, Adds Domino's Pizza In Q3

Berkshire Hathaway's latest 13F filing shows Buffett's continued sell-off of largest holdings, including Apple and Bank of America.

Microsoft Azure Reportedly In Lina Khan's Crosshairs As FTC Considers Anticompetitive Allegations

Microsoft faces FTC investigation for anti-competitive practices in cloud business. Shares briefly drop. Other Big Tech companies also facing scrutiny.

Ben & Jerry's Sues Parent Company Unilever Over Alleged Gaza Protest Censorship

Ben & Jerry's, owned by Unilever, has a history of activism. The ice cream maker sues its parent company, says it silenced support of Palestine and blocked donations. It's rare for a subsidiary to sue its parent company.

Trump's Surprise Defense Secretary Pick Pete Hegseth Jolts Wall Street

Trump picks Fox News host Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary despite lack of government experience.

Home Depot Hammers Down Strong Q3 Sales, Builds For Long-Term Success

Home Depot has strong Q3 earnings and revenue, with analyst notes from Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan and BofA Securities showing continued bullishness.

Just How Bullish Is The Market On Trump's Election Win? To Find Out, Look To The Past

Stock market bullish on Trump's second term; AAII Sentiment survey to reveal investor confidence. Historical data shows positive reaction to Trump win in 2016 and Joe Biden's win in 2020.

Trump's Fossil Fuel Push May Satisfy AI's Soaring Energy Demand — But What About Nuclear?

Trump's stance on nuclear energy has generally been supportive, positioning it as a key element in his energy policies.

Cuba Reeling After Hurricane Rafael, Two Earthquakes: What You Need To Know

Hurricane Rafael, 17th named storm of 2024 season, hits Cuba as category 3 storm. Two earthquakes impact country, worsen power issues and economic crisis.

Why Trump's Win Has 2 Market Experts Betting On Small Caps, Financials

Tom Lee of Fundstrat discusses trade ideas following Trump's victory. Fellow analyst Ryan Detrick agrees with Lee's picks, citing small-cap and cyclical stocks.

Bill Ackman Says He'd Consider Joining Elon Musk's 'Department Of Government Efficiency' Under Trump (UPDATED)

Ackman expresses interest in Musk's hypothetical agency, which would gut federal spending by the trillions.

Trump Says He'd Replace Income Taxes With Tariffs: The Potential Economic Fallout

Trump's policy of high tariffs and lower taxes is unclear. Replacing income tax with tariffs would require extensive legislative action. Experts doubt its feasibility due to potential negative impacts.

Return Of The Bond Vigilante: Yields Skyrocket After Trump Win

Trump wins 2024 election, sparking concerns from bond traders about inflationary policies. His agenda could boost growth but add to national debt.

How Late Can You Bet On The US Election Through Polymarket, Kalshi? Everything You Need To Know (UPDATED)

Polymarket and Kalshi are popular prediction markets for the 2024 election, but bettors should understand market rules before betting amid potential confusion and premature declarations of victory.

Tropical Storm Rafael Could Make US Landfall: 11 Stocks, ETFs To Watch

2024 hurricane season continues with deadly storms, threatening the Gulf Coast and potentially impacting companies such as Exxon Mobil, Chevron and Generac.