IonQ (IONQ 3.72%) is one of the top competitors in the quantum computing race. It's a pure-play option that's solely focused on quantum computing supremacy, so if its approach fails, the stock is likely to head to zero.

Lucid Soars on Multimillion Uber Deal -- Can It Go Higher Still? — Positive
LCID The Motley Fool — July 20, 2025Famous investor Benjamin Graham said: "In the short run, the market is a voting machine, but in the long run, it is a weighing machine."

Uber Technologies (UBER 0.03%) has come a long way from its early days as a cash-burning disruptor of the taxi industry. Today, it's a profitable global platform with multiple engines of growth that span mobility, food delivery, logistics, and advertising.

Russell 2000 (IWM) and Semiconductors (SMH): Concerning Price Pattern? — Negative
IWM SMH See It Market — July 20, 2025After an epic week where only a few sectors plus the S&P 500 and NASDAQ shone, it turns out that it's the calendar price range that has the final say (read last week's articles here). At least for now.

Could This Monster Nvidia-Backed Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Center Stock Be the Best Bargain in the Market Right Now? — Positive
NBIS The Motley Fool — July 20, 2025Since OpenAI commercially launched ChatGPT on Nov. 30, 2022, shares of semiconductor company Nvidia have soared by more than 900%. As of closing bell on July 16, Nvidia boasted a market capitalization of $4.2 trillion -- making it the most valuable company in the world.

Earnings season is just getting started, and we have a glimpse into three names scheduled to report Monday and Tuesday. Marley Kayden turns to the news flow affecting Domino's Pizza (DPZ), Lockheed Martin (LMT), and Texas Instruments (TXN) ahead of earnings.

3 High-Conviction Picks I Just Bought More Of For The Dividend Income Accelerator Portfolio — Positive
GOOG GOOGL PEP SCHD Seeking Alpha — July 20, 2025I added additional shares of Alphabet, PepsiCo, and the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF to The Dividend Income Accelerator Portfolio to optimize our portfolio's risk-reward, income, and growth balance. Alphabet's attractive valuation, low payout ratio, and strong earnings growth boost our portfolio's dividend growth and capital appreciation potential. PepsiCo combines dividend income and dividend growth, enhancing our portfolio's income and stability.

The Lucid-Uber Robotaxi Deal: How Nvidia Will Also Benefit — Positive
LCID NVDA The Motley Fool — July 20, 2025On Thursday, shares of Lucid Group (LCID -3.04%), a Silicon Valley-based electric vehicle (EV) maker, soared more than 36% following the announcement of a premium robotaxi service deal with ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies (UBER 0.03%).

Rosen Law Firm Encourages Designer Brands Inc. Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation - DBI — Neutral
DBI PRNewsWire — July 20, 2025NEW YORK , July 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) resulting from allegations that Designer Brands may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public. So What: If you purchased Designer Brands securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

Private equity group Blackstone has withdrawn from plans to invest in TikTok US. That's according to a report Friday (July 18) by Reuters, citing a source familiar with the matter.

S&P 500: If You Missed It, Be Patient (Technical Analysis) — Neutral
IVV SPLG SPXL SPY SSO UPRO VOO Seeking Alpha — July 20, 2025The S&P 500 remains in a bullish trend, with shallow corrections and new highs likely as the 'melt-up' phase continues. Many want a larger correction to buy, but this article suggests caution.

BRMK INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Announces that Broadmark Realty Capital Inc. Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit — Neutral
BRMK RC GlobeNewsWire — July 20, 2025NEW YORK, July 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Broadmark Realty Capital Inc. (“Broadmark” or “the Company”) (NYSE: BRMK), Ready Capital Corporation ("Ready Capital") (NYSE: RC), and certain officers.

DV INVESTOR ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Announces that DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit — Neutral
DV GlobeNewsWire — July 20, 2025NEW YORK, July 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized law firm, notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. (“DoubleVerify” or “the Company”) (NYSE: DV) and certain of its officers.

The stock market is thriving in the summer of 2025. Despite an uncertain economy, the leading stock indexes are setting new highs on a regular basis.

Can Investing $25,000 in the S&P 500 Today and Holding On for 25 Years Make You Wealthy? — Positive
SPY The Motley Fool — July 20, 2025For not only years, but decades, tracking the S&P 500 has been a reliable way to generate significant stock gains. Since the index tracks the best stocks on the U.S. markets, it offers a great low-risk way to ensure you're positioned for long-term growth.

ROSEN, A RANKED AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – SRPT — Neutral
SRPT GlobeNewsWire — July 20, 2025NEW YORK, July 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SRPT) between June 22, 2023 and June 24, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important August 25, 2025 lead plaintiff deadline.

Tesla, Verizon, Coca-Cola, Alphabet, and More Stocks to Watch This Week — Neutral
GOOG GOOGL KO TSLA VZ Barrons — July 20, 2025Roughly 100 companies from the S&P 500 index will report results this week, including two of the Magnificent Seven. Economic data will open a window on slugging home sales.

These 2 stocks paying dividends in August could make you a millionaire — Positive
T VZ Finbold — July 20, 2025Several companies are set to pay dividends in August, offering an opportunity for income-seeking investors to earn steady returns.

Wall Street Brunch: TSLA, GOOG Earnings And Fed Independence — Neutral
GOOG GOOGL TSLA Seeking Alpha — July 20, 2025Earnings season intensifies with 112 S&P 500 companies reporting, including Alphabet and Tesla. Tesla faces negative sentiment due to slowing EV demand and brand issues, but updates on robotaxis and AI could influence market reaction.

SOC Investor News: If You Have Suffered Losses in Sable Offshore Corp. (NYSE: SOC), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights — Neutral
SOC GlobeNewsWire — July 20, 2025NEW YORK, July 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Sable Offshore Corp. (NYSE: SOC), including those who purchased shares pursuant to Sable Offshore Corp.'s May 2025 public offering, resulting from allegations that Sable Offshore Corp. may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.
