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Tech analyst Mark Gurman suggests that Apple Inc. may be developing its own search engine, potentially replacing Google. Apple has been reducing its reliance on Google and has been developing its own search technologies. The company has also made acquisitions and investments in AI and search technologies, such as Laserlike. John Giannandrea, formerly of Google and now overseeing AI at Apple, leads a substantial search team. Apple's pursuit of enhancing its search capabilities indicates that it's not a matter of 'if' but 'when' it will launch its own search engine.

Portfolio Pulse from Ananya Gairola

October 02, 2023 | 2:07 am

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Crypto analyst Dave the Wave suggests that Ethereum (ETH) might soon outperform Bitcoin (BTC) in terms of long-term performance. He pointed out that the Ethereum-Bitcoin pair might be nearing the end of a significant wedge pattern, hinting at a potential upward breakout early next year. He also predicted that Bitcoin will continue to outpace traditional assets, like stock indices, for approximately another decade.

Portfolio Pulse from Bibhu Pattnaik

October 01, 2023 | 6:12 pm

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The week was filled with speculations around a potential government shutdown, predictions on Federal Reserve actions, and possible contenders for the 2024 general election. Economist Peter Schiff suggested suspending all federal taxes during a shutdown. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned about the fallout if Federal Reserve benchmark interest rates were to soar to 7%. Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya shared his views on the possible contenders for the 2024 general election. Goldman Sachs chief economist Jan Hatzius predicts a government shutdown lasting two to three weeks starting Oct. 1. Jamie Dimon voiced his support for strengthening economic ties between the U.S. and India.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

October 01, 2023 | 10:01 am

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Benzinga's weekly review highlights both bullish and bearish prospects for several stocks. Bullish prospects include Meta Platforms Inc.'s new AI Smart Glasses, potential market strategies in the U.S. cannabis industry by Canopy Growth Corp., SNDL Inc., and Village Farms International Inc., and a potential surge in oil prices impacting the United States Oil Fund. Bearish prospects include a potential treason investigation into Comcast Corp., mixed reactions to Tesla Inc.'s Cybertruck, and escalating strikes against General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co. by the United Auto Workers union.

Portfolio Pulse from Michael Cohen

September 30, 2023 | 1:06 pm

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Robinhood Markets Inc's CEO, Vladimir Tenev, discussed the company's potential to disrupt the financial services industry during a CNBC interview. Tenev highlighted Robinhood's competitive offerings, such as a 4.9% APY rate on uninvested cash, which outperforms U.S. banks' savings account rates. He also mentioned the company's plans to expand its services globally.

Portfolio Pulse from Aaron Bry

September 29, 2023 | 9:12 pm

BALL

In the last quarter, Ball (NYSE:BALL) received one bullish rating and four indifferent ratings from analysts. The average 12-month price target for Ball is $60.2, a decrease of 1.63% from the previous average price target of $61.20.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 29, 2023 | 9:01 pm

FTNT

Analysts have provided various ratings for Fortinet (NASDAQ:FTNT) within the last quarter, with the majority being bullish or somewhat bullish. The average 12-month price target for Fortinet is $80.89, a decrease of 0.87% from the previous average price target of $81.60.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 29, 2023 | 9:00 pm

NICE

In the last quarter, NICE (NASDAQ:NICE) received 1 bullish, 2 somewhat bullish, and 1 indifferent rating from analysts. The company's average 12-month price target is $277.25, a 0.27% decrease from the previous average of $278.00.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 29, 2023 | 9:00 pm

FICO

Over the past 3 months, 5 analysts have published their opinion on Fair Isaac (NYSE:FICO) stock. The average price target is $932.2, implying an upside from the current price of $868.53. The average price target has increased by 11.64% over the past month.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 29, 2023 | 9:00 pm

CUBI

Over the past 3 months, 6 analysts have published their opinion on Customers Bancorp (NYSE:CUBI) stock. The company has an average price target of $51.67, up by 27.58% from the previous average price target of $40.50. The majority of the analysts are bullish on the stock.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 29, 2023 | 9:00 pm