The Consumer Staples sector, traditionally a bastion of stability and a defensive play during economic uncertainty, has found itself in an uncharacteristic position among the S&P 500's weakest performers throughout 2025. While the broader market has surged, propelled by optimism and technological advancements, this sector, encompassing everyday essentials, has
New York, NY – November 20, 2025 – If the Consumer Discretionary sector were to find itself among the bottom performers in the S&P 500 today, November 20, 2025, it would send a potent signal of significant economic headwinds. Such a downturn would not merely be a blip on the radar
Iowa City, IA – In a groundbreaking move set to shape the future of responsible artificial intelligence, University of Iowa professors, in collaboration with a distinguished colleague from Ohio University, are poised to publish a pioneering textbook titled "AI in Business: Creating Value Responsibly." Slated for release by McGraw-Hill in January 2026, this publication marks [...]
Lean hog futures settled the Thursday session with most contracts 30 to 65 cents higher. USDA’s national base hog price from Thursday afternoon was reported at $71.87, down $2.74 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was down another 40 cents on...
Live cattle futures posted losses of $1.57 to $2.52 on the Thursday session. A few cash sales in the north have been reported at $215-220 this week, with most on the higher side of that range, and $224 in the South. The Thursday morning Fed Cattle Ex...
The wheat complex continued this week’s pullback on Thursday, as weakness was felt across the three exchanges. Chicago SRW futures were mostly 8 ½ to 10 cents lower on Thursday. KC HRW futures were down 7 ¾ to 10 cents on the day. MPLS spring wheat f...
Corn futures closed the Thursday session with contracts down 1 to 3 3/4 cents across the board. Strong export sales data from more than a month ago failed to get the bulls excited. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down 3 1/4 cents a...
Cotton futures ended the Thursday session with mostly contracts within 5 points of unchanged, as December was down 62 points ahead of Friday’s first notice day. Crude oil futures were down $0.17 per barrel to $59.27 on the day, with the US dollar ind...
Soybeans posted losses of 9 to 13 ¾ cents on Thursday in the front months, with deferred contracts 3 to 7 ½ cents in the red. Futures continue to sell the fact as China purchases trickle in. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 13 1/2 c...
November 20, 2025 - The Technology and Semiconductor sectors are currently navigating a complex and often contradictory landscape. While propelled by the insatiable demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, which has driven significant growth and record-breaking projections, the industry grapples with a confluence of economic uncertainties, geopolitical tensions, and persistent
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is at the forefront of a profound transformation in veteran healthcare, leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to deliver more precise diagnoses, personalized treatments, and significantly improved operational efficiencies. These advancements are not merely theoretical; they represent a tangible shift towards a future where AI-powered tools are actively [...]
Cleveland is embarking on a forward-thinking journey to equip its entire municipal workforce with essential artificial intelligence and data literacy skills, setting a precedent for large-scale AI adoption in local government. This strategic initiative, spearheaded by the city's Office of Urban Analytics and Innovation (Urban AI) and outlined in the "Cleveland Operational Strategic Plan," aims [...]
Chicago, IL – November 20, 2025 – Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE: ADM), a global leader in agricultural origination and processing, has once again affirmed its steadfast commitment to shareholder value, declaring a quarterly cash dividend of $0.51 per share. This latest declaration, announced on November 6, 2025, extends ADM's remarkable streak of
KeyCorp (NYSE: KEY), a prominent regional banking institution, recently announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.205 per common share, payable on December 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of December 2, 2025. This declaration, maintaining a consistent payout for several quarters and extending a 54-year streak of dividend
As the festive lights of the 2025 holiday season begin to twinkle, a discordant note is being struck by a coalition of child advocacy and consumer protection groups. These organizations are issuing urgent warnings to parents, strongly advising them to steer clear of artificial intelligence (AI) powered toys. The immediate significance of these recommendations cannot [...]
Farmingdale, NY – November 20, 2025 – Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE: CW) has significantly enhanced its commitment to shareholder value, announcing a substantial increase in its share repurchase authorization to an impressive $550 million. Concurrently, the diversified manufacturing company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share, signaling robust financial health and
The artificial intelligence (AI) stock market is in the midst of an unprecedented boom, characterized by explosive growth, staggering valuations, and a polarized sentiment that oscillates between unbridled optimism and profound bubble concerns. As of November 20, 2025, the global AI market is valued at over $390 billion and is on a trajectory to potentially [...]
Southfield, MI – November 20, 2025 – Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global leader in automotive technology, today announced its quarterly cash dividend of $0.77 per share on its common stock. This declaration underscores the company's robust financial health and its unwavering commitment to delivering consistent returns to shareholders, marking a
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is rapidly deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools across its vast operations, signaling a profound shift from traditional reactive logistics to a proactive, data-driven approach. This strategic integration of AI is set to revolutionize the agency's end-to-end supply chain management, significantly enhancing global warfighter readiness and national defense capabilities. With over [...]
Despite a chorus of expert warnings about the transformative and potentially disruptive impact of artificial intelligence on the global workforce, a curious paradox persists: the public largely remains unconcerned about AI's direct threat to their own jobs. As of November 2025, surveys consistently reveal a significant disconnect between a general acknowledgment of AI's job-eliminating potential [...]
St. Louis, MO – November 20, 2025 – Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a global leader in signal transmission solutions, has once again affirmed its commitment to shareholder returns by declaring its regular quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share. This latest declaration, with a record date of December 11, 2025, and a
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts.
Shares of boat and marine products retailer OneWater Marine (NASDAQ:ONEW) fell 3.9% in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts.
The relentless pursuit of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation is dramatically reshaping the semiconductor landscape, propelling an urgent wave of technological advancements critical for next-generation AI data centers. These innovations are not merely incremental; they represent a fundamental shift towards more powerful, energy-efficient, and specialized silicon designed to unlock unprecedented AI capabilities. From specialized AI accelerators [...]
Capital City Bank Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CCBG) has once again signaled its unwavering commitment to shareholders with the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.26 per share on its common stock. Announced on November 20, 2025, this consistent return of capital underscores the regional bank's robust financial health
Irving, Texas – November 20, 2025 – Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB), a global titan in the consumer goods arena, has once again underscored its unwavering commitment to shareholder returns by declaring a quarterly dividend of $1.26 per share. This latest declaration, consistent with previous payouts throughout the year, signals the company's
Packaged foods company Post (NYSE:POST) met Wall Streets revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 11.8% year on year to $2.25 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $2.09 per share was 11.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
In a dramatic turn of events that sent shockwaves through global financial markets, the once-unassailable rally in artificial intelligence (AI) and Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) stocks experienced a stunning reversal in the days leading up to and culminating on November 20, 2025. This precipitous decline, fueled by growing concerns of an "AI bubble," shifting interest rate [...]
San Jose, CA – November 20, 2025 – In a strategic move poised to reshape the landscape of artificial intelligence infrastructure, Smartkem (NASDAQ: SMTK) and Jericho Energy Ventures (TSX-V: JEV, OTC: JROOF) have announced a proposed all-stock merger. The ambitious goal: to create a U.S.-owned and controlled AI-focused infrastructure company, leveraging cutting-edge semiconductor innovations for [...]
TFS Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: TFSL), the holding company for Third Federal Savings and Loan Association, has once again underscored its robust financial health and unwavering commitment to shareholder returns with its latest quarterly cash dividend declaration. Announced on November 20, 2025, the consistent payout of $0.2825 per share serves
Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company (NYSE: HBB) today announced a significant move to enhance shareholder value, declaring a regular quarterly cash dividend and initiating a new stock repurchase program. These strategic financial decisions, unveiled on November 20, 2025, signal the company's confidence in its financial health and its commitment to
Santa Clara, CA – November 20, 2025 – Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) today stands at the zenith of the artificial intelligence revolution, having delivered a blockbuster third-quarter fiscal year 2026 earnings report on November 19, 2025, that shattered analyst expectations across the board. The semiconductor giant reported unprecedented revenue and profit, primarily fueled by insatiable [...]
The Home Depot (NYSE: HD), the world's largest home improvement retailer, recently announced a quarterly cash dividend of $2.30 per share, reaffirming its commitment to delivering consistent shareholder value. This declaration, made on August 21, 2025, for shareholders of record as of September 4, 2025, with payment due on
November 20, 2025 – Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) found itself as a bottom performer in the stock market today, with shares trading down by approximately 2-3% by early afternoon. This decline comes despite a year that has otherwise seen the semiconductor giant rally roughly 75% year-to-date. The immediate catalyst for today's downturn
The regular session of the US market on Thursday is now over, but let's get a preview of the after-hours session and explore the top gainers and losers driving the post-market movements.
