I reiterate my buy rating on Schlumberger with a $40.80 price target, citing relative undervaluation versus peers despite macro uncertainty. The ChampionX acquisition expands SLB's US presence in chemicals and digital capabilities, offering synergy potential and positioning for enhanced oil recovery trends. Segment performance is mixed, with Well Construction and Reservoir Performance lagging, but Digital & Integration and Production Systems supporting growth.

SINGAPORE, Aug. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UP Fintech Holding Limited (“UP Fintech” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: TIGR), a leading online brokerage firm focusing on global investors, today announced that it will report its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, before the U.S. market opens on August 27, 2025.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group reminds investors that it is investigating claims against Lockheed Martin Corporation ("Lockheed Martin" or "the Company") (NYSE: LMT) for violations of securities laws. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between January 23, 2024 and July 21, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before September 26, 2025.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. ("KinderCare" or "the Company") (NYSE: KLC) for violations of the federal securities laws. Shareholders who purchased shares of KLC during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit against KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. ("KinderCare" or "the Company") (NYSE: KLC) for violations of the federal securities laws. Investors who purchased the Company's securities pursuant and/or traceable to the Company's Offering Documents issued in connection with its initial public offering ("IPO") conducted in October 2024, are encouraged to contact the firm before October 14, 2025.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has reportedly said that he believes AI could be in a bubble, comparing market conditions to those of the dotcom boom in the 1990s. "Are we in a phase where investors as a whole are overexcited about AI?

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against SelectQuote, Inc. ("SelectQuote" or "the Company") (NYSE: SLQT) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between September 9, 2020 and May 1, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before October 10, 2025.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Luminar Technologies, Inc. ("Luminar" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: LAZR) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between March 20, 2025, and May 14, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before September 22, 2025.

After a strong June (+2.56%), the REIT sector recovery stalled in July (-1.17%) as REITs fell to a -6.42% year-to-date return. Micro cap REITs (-0.20%) outperformed in July while mid caps (-1.18%), small caps (-1.33%) and large caps (-1.55%) averaged slightly deeper negative returns. 60.65% of REIT securities had a negative total return in July.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Hims & Hers Health, Inc. ("Hims & Hers" or "the Company") (NYSE: HIMS) for violations of the securities laws. INVESTIGATION DETAILS: The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.

Gold faces pressure from hotter U.S. inflation as Fed cut bets fade, while silver holds firm on safe-haven demand and industrial growth prospects.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against iRobot Corporation ("iRobot" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: IRBT) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between January 29, 2024 and March 11, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before September 5, 2025.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Hims & Hers Health, Inc. ("Hims & Hers" or "the Company") (NYSE: HIMS) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between April 29, 2025 and June 23, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before August 25, 2025.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Reddit, Inc. ("Reddit" or "the Company") (NYSE: RDDT) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between October 29, 2024 and May 20, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before August 18, 2025.

LOS ANGELES , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Reddit, Inc. ("Reddit" or "the Company") (NYSE: RDDT) for violations of the federal securities laws. Shareholders who purchased the Company's securities between October 29, 2024 and May 20, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before August 18, 2025.

Natural gas and oil remain under pressure as geopolitical tensions, OPEC+ supply, and weak momentum weigh on market sentiment.

Vistra is a quality growth and profitability play, not a deep-value bargain, with strong fundamentals and sector-leading efficiency supporting its fair valuation. Options and market positioning are bullish, with positive gamma, call-heavy open interest, and dark pool accumulation signaling stability and upward bias. Key risks include regulatory changes, clean energy transition challenges, operational incidents, and increased leverage, but these are manageable if execution remains strong.

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) has slashed the cost of leasing its cars in Britain, with monthly payments now barely half the level of a year ago, according to The Times. The electric carmaker is offering discounts of up to 40% to leasing companies, which are passing them on to customers.

QQQM offers a lower expense ratio and superior tax efficiency compared to QQQ, making it a compelling long-term investment option. The ETF is heavily concentrated in top tech stocks, with the top 10 holdings representing 52% of the portfolio, increasing concentration risk. I rate QQQM a buy for long-term investors, but caution those with short time horizons to allocate conservatively due to valuation and concentration risks.

Galileo Resources PLC (AIM:GLR) has extended the target area at its Ferber property in Nevada after mapping and sampling revealed evidence of a large mineral system. The London-listed company said work carried out under a partnership with Bronco Creek Exploration, part of EMX Royalty Corporation, had identified multiple intrusive rock phases and four large fault blocks stretching about 10km east to west.