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AMD

INTC

Intel lost a multiyear PlayStation 6 chip deal to AMD due to backward compatibility issues and pricing disagreements. This deal could have been worth $30 billion to Intel. AMD's stock has risen 49% in the last year, while Intel's has fallen 48%.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

September 16, 2024 | 10:05 pm

MSFT

Microsoft has announced a new share repurchase program authorizing up to $60 billion. The program has no expiration date and can be terminated at any time.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 16, 2024 | 9:58 pm

AAPL

AMZN

GOOGL

IVV

MSFT

NVDA

SPY

TSM

Nvidia's significant influence on the S&P 500's gains in 2024 highlights its pivotal role in the AI sector, boosting co-founder Jensen Huang's wealth. Nvidia's stock performance is closely tied to the broader market, with potential impacts from geopolitical tensions and supplier changes.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

September 16, 2024 | 9:46 pm

OPTT

Ocean Power Technologies (AMEX:OPTT) reported improved Q1 results with reduced losses and increased revenue. The company also saw a significant decrease in operating expenses and a substantial increase in backlog, indicating progress towards profitability.

Portfolio Pulse from Erica Kollmann

September 16, 2024 | 9:43 pm

MSTR

MicroStrategy's stock fell after announcing a $700 million convertible senior notes offering, with plans to use proceeds for debt redemption and Bitcoin purchases. Canaccord Genuity maintained a Buy rating but lowered the price target.

Portfolio Pulse from Erica Kollmann

September 16, 2024 | 9:32 pm

LMT

NOC

RTX

Russia plans to expand its army by 180,000 troops, making it the world's second-largest. This move has positively impacted defense stocks like RTX, Northrop Grumman, and Lockheed Martin, which saw slight gains.

Portfolio Pulse from Michael Juliano

September 16, 2024 | 9:31 pm

AMH

Analysts have provided mixed ratings for American Homes 4 Rent (NYSE:AMH), with a recent increase in the average 12-month price target to $42.11. The company shows strong financial health with a net margin of 21.76% and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.71. Analysts' ratings and price targets reflect a positive outlook, with several raising their targets.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 16, 2024 | 9:01 pm

CHK

Chesapeake Energy (NASDAQ:CHK) has received mixed analyst ratings over the last quarter, with a recent downward trend in price targets. Analysts have adjusted their ratings and price targets, reflecting challenges in the company's financial performance, including declining revenues and profitability metrics.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 16, 2024 | 9:01 pm

GOOGL

Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) has significantly outperformed the market over the past 15 years, with an average annual return of 18.45%. A $1000 investment in GOOGL 15 years ago would now be worth $12,731.22, highlighting the power of compounded returns.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 16, 2024 | 9:01 pm

ALKS

Alkermes (NASDAQ:ALKS) has received mixed analyst ratings over the past three months, with a slight increase in the average 12-month price target. Despite a negative revenue trend, the company shows strong profitability and financial health with high net margins, ROE, and ROA.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

September 16, 2024 | 9:01 pm