Why Palladyne AI (PDYN) Is Gaining Ground in Defense and Industrial Autonomy
The latest emerging-tech story came on May 5, 2026, when Palladyne AI Corp.
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Why Aeva Technologies (AEVA) Is Building Momentum Across Automotive and Physical AI
The latest emerging-tech story came on May 6, 2026, when Aeva Technologies, Inc.
Why SES AI (SES) Is Becoming a Commercialization Story in Advanced Batteries
The latest emerging-tech story came on April 23, 2026, when SES AI Corporation (NYSE:SES) reported first-quarter results showing early progress in its shift from long-cycle EV...
Vistra (VST): The Best Power Generation Stock To Buy For Data Center Demand
On May 4, 2026, TD Cowen analyst Shelby Tucker lowered the firm’s price target on Vistra Corp.
Mizuho Raises its Price Target on Duke Energy (DUK) to $139
On May 5, 2026, Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE:DUK) reported Q1 adjusted EPS of $1.93, ahead of the $1.80 consensus estimate, while revenue came in at $9.18B compared to expectations...
TransAlta (TAC) Reports Q1 adjusted EPS of C$0.60
On May 6, 2026, TransAlta Corporation (NYSE:TAC) reported Q1 adjusted EPS of C$0.60 compared to C$0.10 last year.
Portland General Electric (POR) Reports Q1 EPS
On May 1, 2026, Portland General Electric Company (NYSE:POR) reported Q1 EPS of 58c, versus the 77c consensus estimate, while revenue came in at $879M compared to expectations...
Barclays Raises its Price Target on Pinnacle West (PNW) to $102
On May 5, 2026, Barclays analyst Nicholas Campanella raised the firm’s price target on Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (NYSE:PNW) to $102 from $101 and maintained an Equal...
Is Constellation Energy (CEG) the Best Power Generation Stock To Buy For Data Center Demand?
On May 1, 2026, Morgan Stanley raised its price target on Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CEG) to $361 from $360 previously and maintained an Overweight rating on the...
Ormat Technologies (ORA) Reports Q1 EPS Above Estimates
On May 6, 2026, Ormat Technologies, Inc.
Scotiabank Raises its Price Target on American Electric (AEP) to $140
On May 6, 2026, Scotiabank raised its price target on American Electric Power Company, Inc.
NRG Energy (NRG) Reports Q1 Adjusted EPS $1.49
On May 6, 2026, NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) reported Q1 adjusted EPS of $1.49 compared to $1.73 consensus, while revenue came in at $10.26B versus $8.64B expected.
Barclays Lowers its Price Target on DTE Energy (DTE)
On May 4, 2026, Barclays lowered its price target on DTE Energy Company (NYSE:DTE) to $154 from $156 and maintained an Equal Weight rating following the company’s Q1 report.
Ameren (AEE) Reports Q1 EPS Beat
On May 5, 2026, Ameren Corporation (NYSE:AEE) reported Q1 EPS of $1.28, above the $1.18 consensus estimate, while revenue came in at $2.18B versus $2.25B expected.
Mizuho Raises its Price Target on Xcel Energy (XEL) to $94
On May 1, 2026, Mizuho analyst Anthony Crowdell raised the firm’s price target on Xcel Energy Inc.
Talen Energy (TLN) Reports Q1 EPS Beat
On May 5, 2026, Talen Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:TLN) reported Q1 EPS of $1.33 compared to ($2.94) last year, while revenue came in at $1.12B versus $1.07B consensus.
Entergy (ETR) Launches $2.17B Common Stock Offering
On May 5, 2026, Entergy Corporation (NYSE:ETR) announced the launch of a registered underwritten offering of $2.17B in common stock, subsequently priced at $113.00.
Raymond James Raises its Price Target on Southern Company (SO) to $104
On May 1, 2026, Raymond James raised its price target on The Southern Company (NYSE:SO) to $104 from $103 and maintained an Outperform rating.
Ondas (ONDS) Subsidiary Secures $10M Order for Israel Demining Initiative
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MARA Holdings (MARA) to Acquire Long Ridge Energy for $1.5B to Expand AI and Mining Power
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Nokia (NOK) Partners With Cinia to Launch Managed DDoS Protection for Finland’s Infrastructure
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Ford (F) Appoints Maria Ricciardone as Chief Investor Relations Officer
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Is SoFi Tech (SOFI) One of the Best High Volume Stocks According to Hedge Funds?
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Here is Why Pfizer (PFE) One of the Best High Volume Stocks to Invest In
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Palantir Tech (PLTR): 10 Best High Volume Stocks to Invest In According to Hedge Funds
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Intel (INTC) Partners With ChatPPT to Launch Hybrid AI PC Edition Tool
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Nu Holdings’ (NU) Nubank Appoints Carl Rivera as Chief Product Officer
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Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Reports Q1 2026 Revenue of $10.3B Driven by Data Center Growth
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Walmart (WMT) – Among the 10 Best Inflation-Hedge Stocks to Buy for 2026
On May 7, TD Cowen analyst Oliver Chen raised the firm’s price recommendation on Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) to $150 from $145. It reiterated a Buy rating on the stock.
Is Applied Materials (AMAT) One of the Best Inflation-Hedge Stocks to Buy for 2026?
On May 8, HSBC initiated coverage of Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) with a Buy rating. It also set a $517 price target on the stock.
Argus Sees Stronger Production Growth Ahead for Exxon Mobil (XOM)
On May 7, Argus analyst Bill Selesky raised the firm’s price recommendation on Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) to $169 from $166.
Baird Revises McDonald’s (MCD) Outlook after Earnings Update
On May 8, Baird lowered its price recommendation on McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) to $305 from $330. It reiterated a Neutral rating on the shares.
UBS Maintains Buy on Altria Group (MO) Following Earnings Review
On May 1, UBS raised its price recommendation on Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE:MO) to $76 from $74. It reiterated a Buy rating on the shares.
Target (TGT) Turnaround Efforts Showing Early Progress, Says RBC Capital
On May 8, RBC Capital analyst Steven Shemesh raised the firm’s price recommendation on Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) to $132 from $130.
Morgan Stanley Sees Rising Cost Pressures for Clorox (CLX)
On May 1, Morgan Stanley lowered its price recommendation on The Clorox Company (NYSE:CLX) to $97 from $110. It reiterated an Equal Weight rating on the shares.
Church & Dwight (CHD) Delivers Impressive Quarter, Says RBC Capital
On May 4, RBC Capital raised its price recommendation on Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE:CHD) to $114 from $112. It reiterated an Outperform rating on the shares.
Citi Keeps Neutral Rating on Atmos Energy (ATO) While Raising PT
During the Q1 2026 earnings call, CEO John Akers said the company generated fiscal year-to-date net income of $985 million, or $5.92 per diluted share.
Truist Sees Stronger Q1 for Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) Despite Commodity Concerns
On May 4, Truist raised its price recommendation on Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE:EPD) to $40 from $36. It reiterated a Hold rating on the stock.
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) – Among the 10 Best Stocks to Buy to Beat the S&P 500
On May 7, TD Cowen raised its price recommendation on Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMD) to $500 from $290. It reiterated a Buy rating on the shares.
Is Microchip Technology (MCHP) One of the Best Stocks to Buy to Beat the S&P 500?
On May 7, Reuters reported that Microchip Technology Incorporated (NASDAQ:MCHP) forecast first-quarter revenue above Wall Street estimates, driven by strong demand for its chips...
BofA Reiterates Buy on Baker Hughes (BKR) Following Higher EBITDA Forecasts
On May 4, BofA raised its price recommendation on Baker Hughes Company (NASDAQ:BKR) to $80 from $69. It reiterated a Buy rating on the shares.
Morgan Stanley Says ADM Delivered Solid Results but Risks Remain
On May 7, Morgan Stanley raised its price recommendation on Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:ADM) to $58 from $54. It reiterated an Underweight rating on the shares.
Mizuho Boosts Alphabet Target as Google (GOOG) Cloud Outlook Strengthens
On May 7, Mizuho raised its price recommendation on Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) to $460 from $420 and maintained an Outperform rating on the shares.
Evercore ISI Says Cisco’s (CSCO) Silicon One is an Underappreciated Driver of Upside
On May 4, Evercore ISI raised its price recommendation on Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) to $110 from $100. It reiterated an Outperform rating on the shares.
Costco Posts Strong April Sales Growth, Digital Sales Rise Nearly 19%
On May 6, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) reported net sales of $23.92 billion for the four-week retail month ended May 3, 2026.
Erste Group Downgrades Verizon (VZ) to Hold on Weak Earnings Growth Outlook
On May 5, Erste Group downgraded Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) to Hold from Buy, saying the company’s earnings growth remains below the sector average.
Argus Boosts Qualcomm (QCOM) PT on Strength beyond Handset Business
On May 1, Argus raised its price recommendation on QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) to $220 from $180. It reiterated a Buy rating following the company’s earnings report.
BMO Capital Stays Bullish on Linde (LIN) as RBC Capital Sees Room for Guidance Upside
On May 5, BMO Capital raised its price recommendation on Linde plc (NASDAQ:LIN) to $560 from $545.
10 Best Inflation-Hedge Stocks to Buy for 2026
Moderate inflation is usually seen as positive for equities because it often comes alongside economic growth, stronger corporate profits, and rising stock prices.
5 Best Inflation-Hedge Stocks to Buy for 2026
In this article, we will take a look at the 5 Best Inflation-Hedge Stocks to Buy for 2026.
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