Uber Stock Is Cut to Sell as Robo-Taxi Competition Heats Up — Negative
UBER Barrons — January 05, 2026Analysts at Melius Research downgraded Uber stock to Sell from Hold in a research note Monday.
Gold's rally has further to run, but returns are set to moderate in 2026 - State Street's Aakash Doshi — Positive
AAAU BAR DBP DGL GLD GLDM IAU OUNZ SGOL STT UGL Kitco — January 05, 2026Neils Christensen has a diploma in journalism from Lethbridge College and has more than a decade of reporting experience working for news organizations throughout Canada. His experiences include covering territorial and federal politics in Nunavut, Canada.
Disney faces mixed start to fiscal year, with Bank of America analysts projecting acceleration later — Neutral
DIS Proactive Investors — January 05, 2026Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS, XETRA:WDP) is expected to post a mixed performance in its first fiscal quarter, according to Bank of America analysts who project stronger growth in the latter half of the year. The analysts wrote that the quarter “will reflect several moving parts in the underlying business.
Micron: It's Like 1993 All Over Again (Rating Upgrade) — Positive
MU Seeking Alpha — January 05, 2026Micron Technology, Inc. is upgraded to Buy as surging DRAM prices and 20% bit shipment growth drive a generationally advantageous business environment. MU's CY25 and CY26 bit shipment outlooks are among its strongest ever, with management likely to further upgrade projections while DRAM prices surge ~4x. The DRAM market faces structural shortages, echoing 1993's robust memory cycle, fueling both price and volume upside for MU stock.
Vertiv Rallies 31% in a Year: Should You Buy the Stock? — Positive
VRT Zacks Investment Research — January 05, 2026VRT rides on accelerating AI infrastructure demand as its expanding portfolio and strategic partnerships strengthen its position in data center markets.
Is McDonald's Expansion Pipeline Enough to Offset Consumer Pressure? — Positive
MCD Zacks Investment Research — January 05, 2026MCD leans on disciplined unit expansion to support systemwide sales as consumer pressure weighs on traffic.
Oracle shares suffer on OpenAI concerns, But UBS sees 2026 upside — Negative
ORCL UBS Proactive Investors — January 05, 2026Oracle Corp (NYSE:ORCL, XETRA:ORC) has seen its shares slide 41% from mid-September 2025 highs, reflecting investor unease over the tech giant's outlook and broader skepticism around OpenAI's growth, according to UBS. Despite the sell-off, the bank maintains a Buy rating on Oracle, citing potential revenue acceleration and a rebound in the AI narrative in 1H26.
SLM Investors Have Opportunity to Lead SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae Securities Fraud Lawsuit — Neutral
SLM PRNewsWire — January 05, 2026NEW YORK, Jan. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds persons who invested in securities of SLM Corporation a/k/a Sallie Mae (NASDAQ: SLM) between July 25, 2025 and August 14, 2025, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important February 17, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline. So what: If you purchased SLM securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
Gold prices will take their cues from oil this week following Venezuela attacks, initial resistance at $4,474/oz – World Gold Council — Neutral
AAAU BAR BNO DBO DBP DGL GLD GLDM GUSH IAU IEO OIH OIL OUNZ PXJ SGOL UCO UGL USO XOP Kitco — January 05, 2026Ernest Hoffman is a Crypto and Market Reporter for Kitco News. He has over 15 years of experience as a writer, editor, broadcaster and producer for media, educational and cultural organizations.
Prudent Capital Allocation Strengthens TGT's Long-Term Growth Playbook — Positive
TGT Zacks Investment Research — January 05, 2026Target's careful mix of cash flow discipline, rising capex and steady shareholder returns underpins its long-term growth strategy.
El Pollo Loco® Launches Protein-Packed Double Pollo Salads: Twice the Chicken, All the Flavor — Neutral
LOCO GlobeNewsWire — January 05, 2026COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco , the nation's leading fire–grilled chicken restaurant chain, is here to prove that eating better doesn't have to mean sacrificing flavor. Introducing Double Pollo Salads: packed with bold flavors, premium ingredients, and double the fire-grilled chicken.
Neumora Therapeutics, Inc. (NMRA) Discusses Positive Phase 1b Results for NMRA-511 in Alzheimer's Disease Agitation Transcript — Neutral
NMRA Seeking Alpha — January 05, 2026Neumora Therapeutics, Inc. (NMRA) Discusses Positive Phase 1b Results for NMRA-511 in Alzheimer's Disease Agitation Transcript
Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (CRNX) Discusses PALSONIFY Launch Progress and Phase 2 Atumelnant Results in Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Transcript — Neutral
CRNX Seeking Alpha — January 05, 2026Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (CRNX) Discusses PALSONIFY Launch Progress and Phase 2 Atumelnant Results in Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Transcript
Why Hecla Mining (HL) Might be Well Poised for a Surge — Positive
HL Zacks Investment Research — January 05, 2026Hecla Mining (HL) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.
Surging Earnings Estimates Signal Upside for Core & Main (CNM) Stock — Positive
CNM Zacks Investment Research — January 05, 2026Core & Main (CNM) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.
Alto Ingredients Surges 45% in a Year: Time to Buy the Stock? — Positive
ALTO Zacks Investment Research — January 05, 2026ALTO has soared 45% in a year and is pivoting to specialty alcohols, but valuation and returns raise caution.
GE Aerospace remains a Buy despite a 90% rally and a forward P/E of 51, underpinned by structural industry tailwinds. CFM LEAP engine production ramp and dominant narrow-body market position drive near-term growth, especially as OEMs accelerate deliveries. Elevated MRO demand, supported by aging fleets and LEAP engines entering overhaul cycles, ensures robust, high-margin recurring cash flows.
Don't Push for Growth in 2026, Push for Yield: The Case for 3 Top Dividend Stocks — Positive
CEG PEP QSR 24/7 Wall Street — January 05, 2026Growth stocks have clearly provided much of the total return many investors have seen within their portfolio in recent years.
Deadline Alert: F5, Inc. (FFIV) Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit — Neutral
FFIV GlobeNewsWire — January 05, 2026LOS ANGELES, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming February 17, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired F5, Inc. (“F5” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FFIV) securities between October 28, 2024 and October 27, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
Why Rocket Lab's Sky-High Valuation Is a Big Risk in 2026 — Neutral
RKLB 24/7 Wall Street — January 05, 2026Rocket Lab ( NASDAQ:RKLB ) stock climbed about 30% in one week in December following reports of a planned SpaceX initial public offering in 2026 at a valuation of up to $1.5 trillion.