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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10th
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U.S. markets were mixed as heavy trading in megacap names left some leaders uneven. NVIDIA slipped on high volume, and commodity markets showed small moves with crude oil a bit lower while gold climbed, underscoring cautious positioning ahead of more data.
Big tech and AI headlines drove sentiment. Microsoft pledged a $17.5 billion investment in India over four years to beef up cloud and AI infrastructure, while the European Commission opened a probe into Google’s use of online content for AI training, raising regulatory risk for the sector. OpenAI tapped Denise Dresser as its first chief of revenue, signaling a push to turn AI products into sustained revenue.
Economic activity remains under scrutiny. The Labor Department’s JOLTS report showed job openings barely changed at about 7.67 million and layoffs rose to roughly 1.9 million, a sign the labor market is cooling. Investors will watch jobs and inflation data for clues on the Fed’s path and equity valuations.
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RETAIL/WHOLESALE
Consumers Got Coal, But Santa Dropped Off Big Gains for These 2 Retailers
Santa Claus might be coming to town, but that hasn’t stopped pouting and crying from seeping into consumer sentiment this holiday season. The University of Michigan’s Survey of Consumers continues to show that Americans aren’t feeling very optimistic about their finances or the j…READ THE FULL STORY
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BUSINESS SERVICES
10X Gains? These 3 Robotics Stocks Could Explode by 2035
As robotics technology evolves from research to real-world use, investors are exploring where the next wave of automation may deliver meaningful returns. In a recent MarketBeat interview, engineering expert and FinTek Media creator Kuran highlighted three robotics stocks that reflect distinct …READ THE FULL STORY
CONSUMER STAPLES
Anheuser-Busch Buys BeatBox to Win Over Younger Drinkers
Anheuser-Busch InBev (NYSE: BUD) is confronting a major shift in the alcohol industry. A new generation of consumers is increasingly choosing ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails over traditional beers, fundamentally altering market dynamics. In a decisive move to capitalize on this trend, the beverage …READ THE FULL STORY
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TECHNOLOGY
Office Suite Gets Pricier: Microsoft’s Bold Move Comes With Risk
For the first time since 2022, Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) announced that it will increase the cost for commercial customers to use its Office productivity suite. Beginning July 1, 2026, subscribers will have to pay up to 33% more for the suite. On its surface, this announcement seems …READ THE FULL STORY
TECHNOLOGY
Big Blue’s Big Bet: IBM Buys AI Nervous System for $11B
On Dec. 8, 2025, International Business Machines (NYSE: IBM) announced one of its most significant strategic moves in years, entering a definitive agreement to acquire data-streaming pioneer Confluent (NASDAQ: CFLT). With an enterprise value of $11 billion, the all-cash transaction is not a rou…READ THE FULL STORY
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RETAIL/WHOLESALE
Carvana Soars Over 10,000% From Lows—Now It’s in the S&P 500
Carvana Co. (NYSE: CVNA) has just completed one of the market’s most remarkable comebacks. Just a few years after facing bankruptcy concerns that sent its stock tumbling to an all-time low of $3.72, the company is now joining the prestigious S&P 500 index. This milestone event, effective bef…READ THE FULL STORY
TECHNOLOGY
UiPath Surges on Earnings: Should Investors Chase the Momentum?
Shares of UiPath Inc. (NYSE: PATH) have been on a tear, grabbing fresh attention after the company posted better-than-expected fiscal year 2026 (FY 2026) Q3 earnings and broke out to new 52-week highs. The stock has surged more than 36% over the past week, powered by strong results and a clear j…READ THE FULL STORY
TECHNOLOGY
Zuckerberg Eyes Metaverse Cuts: Why META Is Rightfully Rallying
Since reporting its Q3 2025 earnings in late October, Magnificent Seven stock Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) has been in a rut. Shares fell by more than 11% on Oct. 30 in reaction to those results, closing near $666. The stock continued to trade down for multiple weeks, closing as low as $589. Fe…READ THE FULL STORY
TECHNOLOGY
Pure Storage’s 27% Fall: Real Opportunity or Deserved Correction?
Amid a boom in artificial intelligence (AI) and data center investment, Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG) has emerged as a key beneficiary. Over the past three years, the tech stock is up nearly 150% as of the Dec. 8 close. Despite mid-term performance being strong, performance over the very recent past…READ THE FULL STORY
MARKETS
Oil Prices May Fall to $55 by 2026—Bad News for This Energy ETF
After what has been a trying year for the energy industry, forecasts for the year ahead do not offer much of a reprieve for fossil fuel companies or their shareholders. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the industry is facing a supply glut that will carry over into 2…READ THE FULL STORY
WEDNESDAY’S EARLY BIRD STOCK OF THE DAY
A Stock With Upcoming Ex-Dividend:DraftKings (NASDAQ:DKNG)
DraftKings Inc. operates as a digital sports entertainment and gaming company in the United States and internationally. It provides online sports betting and casino, daily fantasy sports, media, and other consumer products, as well as retails sportsbooks. The company also engages in the design and development of sports betting and casino gaming software for online and retail sportsbooks, and iGaming operators. In addition, it offers DraftKings marketplace, a digital collectibles ecosystem design…
Should I Buy DraftKings Stock? DKNG Bull and Bear Case Explained
These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of DraftKings was last updated on Tuesday, December 09, 2025 at 7:47 PM.
DraftKings Bull Case
- The current stock price is around $32, which may present a buying opportunity for investors looking for growth in the digital sports entertainment sector.
- DraftKings Inc. has shown a year-over-year revenue increase of 4.4%, indicating potential for continued growth in a competitive market.
- With 51.19% of the stock owned by company insiders, there is a strong alignment of interests between management and shareholders, which can be a positive indicator for investors.
- Analysts have a “Moderate Buy” rating on the stock, with an average price target of approximately $47.38, suggesting potential upside for investors.
- The company operates in a rapidly growing industry, providing online sports betting and casino services, which are increasingly popular among consumers.
DraftKings Bear Case
- The company reported a loss of ($0.26) earnings per share, missing consensus estimates, which raises concerns about its profitability.
- DraftKings Inc. has a high debt-to-equity ratio of 2.51, indicating that the company relies heavily on debt financing, which can be risky in volatile markets.
- With a negative return on equity of 22.84%, the company is not generating profits relative to shareholder equity, which may deter potential investors.
- The stock has a P/E ratio of -61.74, suggesting that the company is currently not profitable, which can be a red flag for investors.
- Recent revenue fell short of analyst estimates, which could indicate challenges in meeting growth expectations in the near term.
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