A highly volatile stock can deliver big gains - or just as easily wipe out a portfolio if things go south.
While some investors embrace risk, mistakes can be costly for those who aren’t prepared.
Shares of alternate site health provider Option Care Health (NASDAQ:OPCH)
fell 5.8% in the morning session after its third-quarter earnings was overshadowed by a full-year outlook that failed to impress investors.
London, UK – October 30, 2025 – In a landmark move poised to reshape the landscape of European energy markets, Argus Media, a leading global energy and commodity price reporting agency, has today launched new intraday price assessments for its benchmark Eurobob (EBOB) gasoline. This initiative, which provides four daily snapshots of
In a financial landscape increasingly characterized by volatility and a relentless pursuit of growth, two ancient commodities, gold and copper, are re-emerging as unexpected titans, powering significant returns for investors. Gold, the perennial safe haven, has shattered records, surging past unprecedented price points, while copper, the indispensable industrial metal, has
Shares of online marketplace eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY)
fell 15.1% in the morning session after the company reported third-quarter financial results that were overshadowed by a weaker-than-expected profit forecast for the crucial holiday quarter. While the online marketplace beat Wall Street's revenue expectations in its third quarter with sales up 9.5% year on year to $2.82 billion, its guidance for the next quarter fell short. The company expected adjusted earnings per share between $1.31 and $1.36, below analysts' average estimate of $1.39. The downbeat forecast raised concerns amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty. In a statement, CEO Jamie Iannone noted that eBay continued to see macroeconomic challenges across international markets. Adding to the concerns, the total number of active buyers was flat compared to the previous year, highlighting ongoing challenges in attracting new users.
Shares of mediterranean fast-casual restaurant chain CAVA (NYSE:CAVA) fell 7.5% in the morning session after the stock hit a 52-week low amid investor unease ahead of its upcoming earnings report as several analysts lowered their price targets.
October 30, 2025 – As the cryptocurrency market continues its relentless march towards mainstream acceptance, Forbes has released its highly anticipated five key predictions for 2026, painting a vivid picture of a rapidly maturing and institutionally integrated digital asset ecosystem. These projections, coming from a respected financial authority, underscore a pivotal shift from speculative frenzy [...]
NEW YORK, NY – October 30, 2025 – In a landmark decision poised to reshape the landscape of institutional finance, JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) announced around October 24, 2025, its plans to allow institutional clients to use Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) as collateral for loans. This groundbreaking move, expected to be fully rolled out [...]
Gold continues its powerhouse run, outperforming major world currencies and stock indices through 2025, while silver and platinum shine even brighter. This remarkable performance underscores gold's enduring appeal as a safe haven and a formidable hedge against inflation in an increasingly volatile global economic landscape. With central banks aggressively diversifying
Kinder Morgan has lagged the broader market over the past year, yet analysts continue to see room for upside, maintaining a reasonably bullish outlook on the company’s long-term fundamentals.
Shares of online education Stride (NYSE:LRN)
fell 50.8% in the afternoon session after the company's weak financial forecast overshadowed its third-quarter results. While Stride beat Wall Street's expectations for the third quarter, with revenue up 12.7% year-over-year to $620.9 million and adjusted earnings per share of $1.52 significantly ahead of estimates, investors focused on the company's grim outlook. Management's revenue guidance for the upcoming quarter came in 3.4% below analysts' projections. Furthermore, the full-year revenue forecast was also lowered, falling short of consensus estimates. This disappointing guidance suggested a slowdown ahead, which spooked the market and sent shares sharply lower.
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is signaling a significant shift in its investment strategy, positioning commodities as a prime asset class for the coming years. With a strong bullish outlook on both gold and copper, the financial giant anticipates these raw materials will outperform traditional assets, driven by a confluence of
London's commodity markets are abuzz as copper prices have surged to an unprecedented high, with the benchmark London Metal Exchange (LME) copper reaching an astonishing $11,146 per metric ton on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. This remarkable rally, which has seen the industrial metal deliver its best performance since 2017,
In a significant strategic pivot, Bonnie Chan, the Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), has unveiled a compelling vision for the future of global stock exchanges, advocating for a paradigm of collaboration over traditional competition. Articulated primarily in her October 14, 2024, CEO blog post
As 2025 draws to a close, the cryptocurrency market finds itself at a pivotal juncture, navigating a complex interplay of cautious optimism, recent volatility, and underlying bullish drivers. While a significant market correction in early October briefly sent jitters through the ecosystem, a rapid recovery and sustained institutional interest have largely restored confidence, pointing towards [...]
The S&P 500 index has embarked on an unprecedented ascent, consistently shattering records and demonstrating a remarkable display of market strength as of late October 2025. This sustained rally has propelled the benchmark to new all-time highs, sparking both investor euphoria and cautious analysis across financial markets. The immediate
