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Goldman Sachs has crucial message for gold investors in 2026
Goldman Sachs thought it knew how much gold central banks were buying. It was wrong by more than 70%. And the correction to that model has significant implications for where gold prices are heading in the second half of 2026. Goldman analysts Lina Thomas and Daan Struyven published a note on May 18 ...
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Home Depot flags choppy demand for big remodels as uncertainty weighs
<body><p>STORY: Home Depot on Tuesday said Americans are scaling back on large home remodeling projects as they grapple with economic uncertainty and a subdued housing market.</p><p>:: Home Depot handout</p><p>The big box retailer kicked off a big week of corporate earnings results by beating both sales and profit estimates, but warned that its customers remain cautious.</p><p>U.S. consumer sentiment slumped to a record low in early May as the war in Iran fanned inflation pressures and strained household finances.</p><p>That's kept spending on home improvement projects muted amid elevated mortgage rates and high home prices.</p><p>:: Home Depot handout</p><p>Going forward, Home Depot expects both sales and profit to be in the range of flat to a small rise.</p><p>The company said elevated fuel costs are also pressuring the business through both transportation and input expenses, but noted that tariff refunds could help significantly.</p><p>Results from fellow U.S. retailers this week are likely to shed more light on the state of the consumer.</p><p>Rival Lowe's and big-box retailer Target are set to report on Wednesday, followed on Thursday by sector bellwether Walmart.</p></body>
NVDA
CrowdStrike's Falcon Has Its Shares Flying High at Over 100 Times Free Cash Flow
The cybersecurity leader continues to benefit from strong demand for its integrated security platform as threats evolve.
WMT
Up 19% in 2026, Is Walmart Stock a Buy Before Thursday's Earnings?
The retail giant's business momentum is undeniable, but the stock's premium valuation leaves little room for any letdown.
INTC
Why Intel (INTC) Shares Are Plunging Today
Shares of computer processor maker Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) fell 5.8% in the afternoon session after a research report confirmed the company was losing market share in the critical server processor market, amid a broader sell-off in the chip sector.
AMD
Why Intel (INTC) Shares Are Plunging Today
Shares of computer processor maker Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) fell 5.8% in the afternoon session after a research report confirmed the company was losing market share in the critical server processor market, amid a broader sell-off in the chip sector.
INTC
2 Growth Stocks Down 33% and 22% That Could Be Long-Term Winners
There is plenty of uncertainty with these companies, but if they can execute, they could deliver excellent returns.
NVDA
2 Growth Stocks Down 33% and 22% That Could Be Long-Term Winners
There is plenty of uncertainty with these companies, but if they can execute, they could deliver excellent returns.
HOOD
2 Growth Stocks Down 33% and 22% That Could Be Long-Term Winners
There is plenty of uncertainty with these companies, but if they can execute, they could deliver excellent returns.
HD
Equity Markets Fall Intraday as Traders Monitor Middle East Developments
US benchmark equity indexes were lower and Treasury yields jumped after midday Tuesday as traders co
NVDA
Equity Markets Fall Intraday as Traders Monitor Middle East Developments
US benchmark equity indexes were lower and Treasury yields jumped after midday Tuesday as traders co
COST
Forget chicken fingers, Costco quietly adds new food court item
Earlier this year, Costco made headlines by testing chicken fingers at select food courts. "The offering includes five breaded chicken breast strips, along with a dipping sauce," reported TheStreet's Maurie Backman. "The cost of the new meal deal is $6.99, which is a bit higher than Costco’s ...