IEMG charges a slightly higher expense ratio than VWO, but remains competitively priced for broad emerging markets exposure. Recent one-year total returns favor IEMG, though VWO has experienced a smaller five-year maximum drawdown.

Both SPTM and ITOT deliver nearly identical ultra-low fees and similar sector allocations. ITOT holds more stocks, is much larger, and trades with higher liquidity for large transactions.

Google parent Alphabet is making waves with its new quantum computing processor. Intel's long-term comeback partially hinges on quantum computing.

Marvell Technology (MRVL 0.45%) is strengthening its position in AI infrastructure as demand for high-speed data movement and efficient power delivery accelerates. With a record quarter, new photonic interconnects, and expanding data center opportunities, Marvell stock could deliver substantial long-term upside if it executes well.

Build-A-Bear Workshop has been quietly waging a comeback since CEO Sharon Price John came on board in 2013. During this time, the company doubled its sales among teens and adults, invested heavily in e-commerce and expanded internationally.

RADNOR, Pa. , Dec. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. ("Sprouts") (NASDAQ: SFM) on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired Sprouts securities between June 4, 2025, and October 29, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period").

Gold market holds firm as bulls target a breakout and dip buyers track key levels, supported by softer inflation, rising Fed cut expectations, and strong silver demand.

AI stocks have had a tough time lately. Some analysts say they're sticking by their favorite chip stocks anyway.

The northeast United States wasn't the only region gripped by bitter cold this month—a new winter has also hit the cryptocurrency market. Weak sentiment and choppy trading threaten Bitcoin with its worst yearly performance since 2022.

Microsoft owns 27% of OpenAI, with massive Azure cloud contracts in the pipeline. Alphabet has come back to be a recognized leader in generative AI, with a big lead in autonomous vehicles.

Waymo suspended its robotaxi service in San Francisco on Saturday evening after a massive blackout appeared to leave many of its vehicles stalled on city streets.

AT&T currently offers compelling value across its common shares, preferreds, and especially its baby bonds, which yield nearly 6%. T's strong cash flows and well-covered dividend (≈50% payout ratio) support both ongoing operations and large strategic investments like the $23B spectrum purchase. The baby bonds, trading at a >10% discount to par, provide a 120 bps yield premium over 30-year Treasuries and potential for capital gains if rates decline.

A group of private equity firms led by Permira and Warburg Pincus has clinched a deal to acquire investment and accounting software maker Clearwater Analytics Holdings for about $8.2 billion, including debt, two sources familiar with the matter said.

Despite the stock price being under pressure, Costco's P/E ratio still looks elevated. The market will once again appreciate just how great of a business this is.

Axon (NASDAQ: AXON) has had a turbulent 2025.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $SNPS #ClassAction--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Synopsys, Inc. (“Synopsys” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SNPS). Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com. On September 9, 2025, after market hours, Synopsys releas.

Joby Aviation (JOBY +2.67%) is gaining real momentum as government programs, global partnerships, and major demonstrations push its air taxi vision closer to reality. This video explores the catalysts behind Joby's rapid progress, along with the dilution and certification risks that investors need to watch closely.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $ARE #ARE--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (“Alexandria” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ARE) and reminds investors of the January 26, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company. Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California a.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $SFM #ClassAction--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (“Sprouts” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SFM). Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com. On October 29, 2025, Sprouts unveiled its thi.

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