Membership-only discount retailer BJ’s Wholesale Club (NYSE:BJ)
will be announcing earnings results this Friday before market open. Here’s what investors should know.
PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) has reinforced its commitment to shareholder returns by announcing a 5% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising the payout to $1.4225 per share. This latest move marks the 53rd consecutive year the consumer staples giant has boosted its dividend, solidifying its status as a "Dividend King"
The Federal Reserve, the independent arbiter of U.S. monetary policy, finds itself increasingly at the epicenter of a political storm, facing intensified pressure from figures like former President Donald Trump to slash interest rates. This external influence, characterized by direct demands and sharp criticism, threatens to compromise the central
Shares of fuel cell technology Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) fell 14.9% in the afternoon session after the company announced a $375 million offering of convertible senior notes.
Shares of bitcoin development company Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) fell 11.3% in the afternoon session after the price of Bitcoin fell below $90,000 amid a broader tech-sector downturn. The drop in the cryptocurrency signaled a reduced appetite for risk among investors. Market sentiment was also dampened by a pullback in technology stocks, which was triggered by concerns over high valuations in artificial intelligence. Adding to the anxiety were worries that the Federal Reserve might pause interest rate cuts.
Shares of healthcare solutions company Evolent Health (NYSE:EVH)
fell 11.3% in the afternoon session after JPMorgan Chase & Co. lowered its price target on the stock from $13.00 to $7.00. Even though the investment bank kept its "overweight" rating on the technology company's shares, the large cut in the price objective signaled lower expectations for Evolent's future performance. This move suggested to the market that the stock's near-term prospects might face more hurdles than previously anticipated, despite the positive long-term rating.
Shares of auto services provider Monro (NASDAQ:MNRO) jumped 5.9% in the afternoon session after the company declared a quarterly cash dividend and management outlined its strategic direction at an investor conference. The Board of Directors announced a quarterly cash dividend of $.28 per share. In addition to the dividend news, the company's CEO and CFO spoke at the Stephens Annual Investment Conference. During the discussion, they detailed efforts to improve performance, which included closing 145 underperforming stores. Management also noted that gross margins improved in the second quarter and that inventory levels were reduced by $21 million, signaling a focus on greater efficiency.
Global financial markets are grappling with persistent inflation concerns in November 2025, leading to increased volatility and a pervasive sense of caution among investors. Despite some regional signs of moderation, underlying price pressures remain stubbornly high in key economies, challenging central banks and fundamentally reshaping investment strategies. This prolonged inflationary
Washington D.C. – November 19, 2025 – The Federal Reserve's Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting minutes from October 28-29, 2025, released today, have sent a clear, albeit complex, message to financial markets: while a rate cut was delivered, the path forward for monetary policy is far from certain, and the central
Global financial markets are currently gripped by a palpable sense of unease and heightened volatility as investors brace for a barrage of crucial economic and corporate reports in the coming weeks. A complex interplay of economic uncertainties, evolving monetary policies, and persistent geopolitical tensions has created a challenging landscape, prompting
Shares of aerospace and defense company Redwire (NYSE:RDW)
jumped 2% in the afternoon session after the company announced it was awarded a $44 million contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). The phase 2 contract provided funding to advance DARPA's Otter Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) mission. The funds were allocated to complete the manufacturing and delivery of what was described as the world's first "air-breathing" spacecraft. Redwire utilized its SabreSat platform for the project, which aimed to advance next-generation orbital capabilities. The contract award highlighted the company's role in developing innovative space and defense technology solutions.
Shares of online visibility management platform Semrush (NYSE:SEMR) jumped 74.4% in the afternoon session after reports confirmed that Adobe agreed to acquire the company in a deal valued at approximately $1.9 billion.
Shares of aerospace and defense company Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB)
jumped in the afternoon session after the company announced it successfully launched a suborbital mission with its HASTE launch vehicle for the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The launch was part of a project to advance national interests by testing advanced technologies for missile defense. This success demonstrated Rocket Lab's ability to deliver results on tight timelines for defense organizations, as the mission was completed just 14 months after the contract was signed. The successful launch helped position the aerospace company as a key player in future missile defense projects, potentially helping it grow its already significant order backlog.
Shares of semiconductor testing company FormFactor (NASDAQ:FORM) jumped 2.6% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company reported its third-quarter earnings for 2025, which surpassed market expectations. FormFactor's earnings per share came in at $0.33, beating the forecast of $0.25. The company's revenue also exceeded predictions, reaching $202.7 million against an anticipated $199.97 million. Beating estimates on both the top and bottom lines indicated a strong financial performance for the quarter, which investors viewed favorably.
Shares of aircraft leasing company FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:FTAI) jumped 4% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Palantir Technologies and received continued support from analysts. FTAI disclosed it would use Palantir's artificial intelligence platform across its global maintenance operations. The partnership aimed to generate cost savings and help the company meet growing demand. In a related vote of confidence, analyst firm BTIG reiterated its "Buy" rating on the stock, keeping its price target at $230. The firm noted its confidence in FTAI's ability to quickly and cost-effectively scale its operations following a visit to its Module Factory.
As November 2025 unfolds, the global financial landscape remains under the persistent shadow of elevated inflation and a complex, albeit moderating, interest rate environment. This intricate economic backdrop is casting a pall over global markets, leading to pronounced investor volatility and significantly impacting commodity prices. While some regions show signs
The United States is grappling with a formidable corn surplus in November 2025, a situation primarily fueled by a projected record-high harvest and significantly increased ending stocks. This glut, detailed in the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report, casts a long
Global financial markets are currently navigating a complex psychological landscape characterized by a blend of cautious optimism and palpable apprehension. Investor sentiment, a critical determinant of market direction, is acutely focused on the volatile technology sector, particularly ahead of key earnings reports, and is being shaped by a confluence of
As November 2025 unfolds, global financial markets find themselves navigating a treacherous landscape defined by stubbornly high inflation and an uncertain, often hawkish, interest rate outlook. This potent combination is fostering a pervasive sense of caution among investors, driving increased volatility, and prompting a significant "risk-off" sentiment across various asset
As financial markets continue their unpredictable dance, marked by swift corrections and periods of unsettling uncertainty, investors worldwide grapple with the perennial challenge of volatility. In these turbulent times, the siren call of panic selling often grows louder, threatening to derail carefully constructed financial plans. Amidst this backdrop, personal finance
