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President Joe Biden will address the nation on Wednesday night to discuss his decision to exit the 2024 presidential race and outline his goals for the remaining six months of his term. He will focus on both foreign and domestic policies, including securing a hostage deal in the Middle East. ETFs covering defense stocks may see movement based on his comments.

Portfolio Pulse from Michael Juliano

July 24, 2024 | 5:29 pm

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NextEra Energy shares are trading higher following Q2 earnings.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

July 24, 2024 | 5:29 pm

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General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE:GD) shares fell 5.2% after reporting worse-than-expected Q2 EPS results despite revenue growth. Other notable stock movements include significant gains for NuZee, Inc. (NASDAQ:NUZE) and Dermata Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:DRMA), and declines for Azitra, Inc. (NYSE:AZTR) and Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA).

Portfolio Pulse from Avi Kapoor

July 24, 2024 | 5:26 pm

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Garmin Ltd. (NYSE:GRMN) has announced a partnership with Arctic Cat Inc., a subsidiary of Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT), to integrate high-tech displays into 2025 snowmobile models. This collaboration has positively impacted Garmin's stock, which has gained over 64% in the past year. Investors can also gain exposure to Garmin through ETFs like Global X Internet Of Things ETF (NASDAQ:SNSR) and Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ:UFO).

Portfolio Pulse from Nabaparna Bhattacharya

July 24, 2024 | 5:17 pm

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Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL) reported strong Q2 earnings with revenue of $84.742 billion and earnings of $1.89 per share, beating analyst estimates. Analysts remain positive on the stock, highlighting the impact of generative AI on Search and Cloud growth. Despite a 4.52% drop in stock price, analysts from BMO Capital Markets, RBC Capital Markets, and JMP Securities maintained Outperform ratings and raised price targets, citing sustainable growth and cost efficiencies driven by AI.

Portfolio Pulse from Adam Eckert

July 24, 2024 | 5:17 pm

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Significant bearish options activity has been detected for Eaton Corp (NYSE:ETN), with 65% of the trades being puts. This unusual activity suggests that large investors are anticipating a potential decline in Eaton Corp's stock price. The stock is currently trading at $305.68, down by 5.05%, with an earnings announcement expected in 8 days.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

July 24, 2024 | 5:15 pm

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Deep-pocketed investors have shown unusual options activity for United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS), with a significant number of both bullish and bearish trades. This suggests potential volatility in UPS's stock price. Analysts have mixed ratings, with price targets ranging from $132 to $160.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

July 24, 2024 | 5:15 pm

Boeing (NYSE:BA) shares are trading lower on Wednesday ahead of its earnings release next week. Analysts estimate a loss of $1.76 per share and revenue of $17.26 billion for the 2024 fiscal year second quarter. Recent events include a plea deal with the DOJ, FAA grounding of 737 MAX jets, and new orders from Qatar Airlines and Macquaire AirFrance.

Portfolio Pulse from Dylan Berman

July 24, 2024 | 5:10 pm

Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI) reported strong Q2 earnings, with revenue and adjusted EPS beating analyst expectations. The company raised its annual outlook, citing significant growth in Merchant and Financial Solutions. The stock price has gained over 21% in the last 12 months and is currently trading above its 200-day moving average.

Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri

July 24, 2024 | 5:04 pm

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Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE:VRT) reported strong Q2 FY24 results with a 13% increase in net sales and a 52% surge in adjusted operating profit. Despite beating consensus estimates for both revenue and EPS, the stock is trading lower. The company raised its FY24 guidance for revenue and EPS. Investors can gain exposure to Vertiv through Alger Mid Cap 40 ETF (NYSE:FRTY) and Professionally Managed Portfolios Otter Creek Focus Strategy ETF (NYSE:OCFS).

Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta

July 24, 2024 | 5:03 pm