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Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE:TPR) is highlighted as a top luxury stock, benefiting from recent positive price target adjustments and strong Q2 2026 results. Despite its potential, some experts suggest AI stocks may offer better investment opportunities.
Corn futures increased slightly as USDA adjusted the carryout lower, now projected at 2.117 billion bushels. A rise in export projections supported the market, while global production estimates remained stable.
Wheat markets experienced mixed trading, with Chicago SRW futures slightly lower while KC HRW and MPLS spring wheat gained. USDA projections increased US carryout, while global stocks decreased. EU wheat exports rose compared to last year.
Flagstar Bank's shares fell 4.26% to $13.50 amid profit-taking after a brief rally. The bank will pay dividends to common and preferred shareholders in March 2026. Despite its potential, some investors favor AI stocks for better returns.
The Fed's recent meeting hints at potential rate hikes if inflation remains high, shaking market confidence that expected cuts would occur. This shift increases risks for Bitcoin, signaling tighter liquidity and challenging conditions for crypto prices.
Palo Alto Networks (PANW) shares fell 6.82% despite reporting impressive earnings for Q2 2026, as investors had already anticipated strong performance. The company projected strong revenue growth for the upcoming quarter while acknowledging the attractiveness of other AI stocks.
Applied Digital Corp. (APLD) experienced a 4.92% decline in stock value due to Nvidia's complete divestment of its shares in the company. This marked APLD's sixth consecutive day of losses, despite plans for a new AI factory in Texas.
The press release provides net asset values for the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy UCITS ETF as of February 18, 2026, including details on shares issued and NAV per share.
Pakistan and the U.S. have signed a memorandum of understanding to redevelop the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City, enabling Islamabad to utilize a significant overseas investment following cabinet approval.
Medical Properties Trust Inc. reported Q4 earnings with funds from operations at $106.6 million and net income of $17.3 million. Annual figures show total funds from operations at $346.3 million and revenue at $972 million.