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Explore how IWM’s broader sector mix and unique small-cap focus set it apart from VOO’s concentrated large-cap approach.

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VOO Has Delivered Higher Returns, But IWM Provides Broad Small Cap Exposure ↗

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The Catch-22 Behind Amazon's Big AI Spending Plans ↗

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Figma’s IPO looked like a comeback for tech listings. Months later, retail was down big. The structure explains why.

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Why Figma Stock Crashed 81%: The IPO Mechanics Retail Never Saw Coming ↗

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Should You Buy Berkshire Hathaway Stock Before Earnings? ↗

February 13, 2026

Many eyes will be on its massive equity portfolio and its cash holdings.

The Brew of Renewal: Starbucks Reclaims the 'Third Place' with its ‘National Champions’ Strategy

February 13, 2026

Under the decisive leadership of CEO Brian Niccol, Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) has reached a pivotal milestone in its multi-year "Back to Starbucks" transformation. As of February 2026, the Seattle-based...

The U.S. bond market experienced a significant easing on February 13, 2026, as the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield slid to 4.06% following a highly anticipated Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. The...

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Treasury Yields Retreat to 4.06% as Cooling Inflation Sparks Tech-Led Rally

February 13, 2026

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its highly anticipated January Consumer Price Index (CPI) report on the morning of February 13, 2026, revealing that headline inflation has slowed to 2.4%...

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Inflation Cools More Than Expected in January, Igniting Relief Rally Across Wall Street

February 13, 2026

Shares of environmental engineering firm Tetra Tech (NASDAQ:TTEK) jumped 4.6% in the afternoon session after the company announced it received a position on a five-year contract from the U.S. Army...

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Why Tetra Tech (TTEK) Stock Is Trading Up Today

February 13, 2026

Shares of low-code automation software company Pegasystems (NASDAQ:PEGA) jumped 7.7% in the afternoon session after Barclays upgraded its rating on the stock to "Overweight" from "Equal-Weight."

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Why Are Pegasystems (PEGA) Shares Soaring Today

February 13, 2026

Shares of industrial manufacturing company Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR) jumped 6.1% in the afternoon session after the company reported fourth-quarter 2025 results that surpassed analyst expectations for...

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Why Is Ingersoll Rand (IR) Stock Rocketing Higher Today

February 13, 2026

Volatility Returns to Wall Street: VIX Surges 18% as AI Fatigue Triggers Massive Three-Day Sector Rotation

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February 13, 2026

The U.S. equity markets faced a grueling three-session losing streak ending Friday, February 13, 2026, as a wave of "AI capex fatigue" and disappointing corporate guidance sent investors scurrying for...

In a stark reminder that even stellar growth can fall short of market expectations, AppLovin Corp (NASDAQ: APP) saw its shares plummet by 18% over the last two trading sessions following its...

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The Perils of Perfection: AppLovin’s 18% Plunge Signals a Shift in AI Ad-Tech Sentiment

February 13, 2026

The 7,000 Siege: S&P 500 Grapples with Massive ‘Gamma Wall’ as Traders Eye Crucial 6,945 Support

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February 13, 2026

As of February 13, 2026, the equity markets find themselves at a historic crossroads. The S&P 500 Index (NYSEARCA: SPY) is currently locked in a high-stakes technical battle with the 7,000...

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February 13, 2026

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January 2026 CPI Report: Inflation Cools to 2.4%, Sparking Market Relief

February 13, 2026

The U.S. economy received a long-awaited signal of stability this week as the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the January 2026 Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. The data showed that headline...

I Predicted That Oracle and Netflix Would Join Nvidia, Alphabet, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Broadcom, Meta Platforms, and Tesla in the $1 Trillion Club by 2030. Here's Why That Forecast Is Being Tested in 2026. ↗

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Cisco Systems Below $82? Buy Now, It Won’t Last—$182 Is Coming ↗

February 13, 2026

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February 13, 2026

The sell-off in Oracle and Netflix is making aspirations to join the $1 trillion club increasingly distant.

As Meta stock slides on AI spending fears, billionaire Bill Ackman’s bet signals that he sees a rare long-term buying opportunity at a discounted valuation.

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As Billionaire Bill Ackman Calls Meta Platforms Cheap, Should You Buy META Stock?

February 13, 2026

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Fear Grips Wall Street as VIX Surges 18% Amid AI ROI Panic and Tech Uncertainty

February 13, 2026

The "fear gauge" returned with a vengeance on February 13, 2026, as the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) surged nearly 18% to settle at 20.82. This sharp spike marks a significant departure from the...

The U.S. bond market experienced a seismic shift on February 13, 2026, as the 10-year Treasury yield plummeted to 4.06% in response to a cooler-than-expected Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. This...

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Bond Market Rallies as Cooling Inflation Data Sends 10-Year Yield Tipping Toward 4%

February 13, 2026

AppLovin’s AI Armor Cracks: 18% Plunge Follows Earnings as Market Reassesses the "Software Moat"

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February 13, 2026

PALO ALTO, CA — In a startling reversal of fortune for one of the tech sector's most resilient performers, shares of AppLovin Corp (NASDAQ: APP) plummeted 18.3% on February 13, 2026. The sell-off came...

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics delivered a long-awaited "Valentine’s Day eve" gift to the markets on Friday, February 13, 2026, reporting that consumer prices cooled more than expected in January....

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Cool Down: January CPI Beat Ignites March Rate Cut Hopes as Inflation Hits 2.4%

February 13, 2026

Shares of online grocery delivery platform Instacart (NASDAQ:CART) jumped 13.2% in the morning session after the company reported strong fourth-quarter revenue that beat analyst estimates and provided...

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Why Instacart (CART) Stock Is Up Today

February 13, 2026

China's smartphone market starts 2026 on weak note with 23% drop in sales. Apple stands out as sole growth driver.

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Apple Defies January Slump In China Smartphone Market ↗

February 13, 2026

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The 2nm Schism: AI Surges and Automotive Stumbles Drive Semiconductor Volatility in 2026

February 13, 2026

The semiconductor industry has entered 2026 in a state of "High-Stakes Paradox," where historic revenue peaks driven by a $650 billion artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout are being tempered...

US Consumer Confidence Hits 12-Year Low: What the 'Sentiment Schism' Means for Investors in 2026

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February 13, 2026

As of February 13, 2026, the American consumer is signaling a profound state of distress that stands in stark contrast to the resilient spending patterns seen just two years ago. The latest reading of...

The Dow Jones Industrial Average endured a chilling session this Friday, February 13, 2026, dropping 267.77 points, or 0.54%, to close at 49,184.21. The slide marked the second consecutive day of...

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Dow Jones 267-Point Slide: Blue-Chip Leaders and the AI Reality Check

February 13, 2026

The U.S. financial landscape shifted decisively on February 13, 2026, as the Bureau of Labor Statistics released a Consumer Price Index (CPI) report that showed inflation cooling more rapidly than...

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Inflation Thaw: Cooling January Data Fuels 83% Odds of June Fed Rate Cut

February 13, 2026

On February 13, 2026, the Bureau of Labor Statistics delivered a report many investors had long awaited: headline inflation in the United States plummeted to a nearly five-year low. The January...

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Inflation Hits Five-Year Low: Markets Fret Over AI Disruption Despite CPI Cooling

February 13, 2026