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Nasdaq surged over 300 points following a cooler-than-expected inflation report, boosting hopes for rate cuts. Despite this, the CNN Fear & Greed Index moved to the 'Fear' zone at 43.7, indicating weakened market sentiment. Micron Technology's strong earnings eased AI bubble fears, while Accenture also posted positive results. The Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% year-over-year, below expectations. Most sectors on the S&P 500 closed positively, except consumer staples and energy stocks. The Dow Jones and S&P 500 also closed higher.

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Nasdaq Gains Over 300 Points Following Inflation Data: Investor Sentiment Declines, Greed Index Moves To 'Fear' Zone

Costco Wholesale (COST) is a high-quality business with strong brand strength and loyal membership. However, the concern lies in its stock valuation, which is seen as overvalued despite being a conservative and widely owned stock. This overvaluation is a warning signal for investors, indicating market excess beyond just tech stocks. The key question is how long this overvaluation can persist as we approach 2026.

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Church & Dwight Co. Stock Underperforms Thursday When Compared To Competitors

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Church & Dwight Co. Stock Underperforms Thursday When Compared To Competitors

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Micron Tech(MU) rose 10.21%, with a trading turnover 16.3 Billion USD, and a year-to-date rose 196.2%. Lam Research(LRCX) rose 6.27%, with a trading turnover 2.2 Billion USD, and a year-to-date rose 130.1%. Comcast - WI(CMCSV) fell 4.38%, with a trading turnover 84.2 Thousand USD, and a year-to-date rose 7.9%. ConocoPhillips(COP) fell 2.87%, with a trading turnover 640.1 Million USD, and a year-to-date fell 3.8%.

- The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 1.38%, with a year-to-date increase of 19.1%.  
- The S&P 500 Index gained 0.79%, up 15.2% for the year, while the Dow Jones increased by 0.14%, showing a 12.7% rise year-to-date.  
- Notable movers included Micron Technology, which surged 10.21% and has risen 196.2% this year, and Lam Research, increasing 6.27% with a 130.1% year-to-date growth.

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Estee Lauder Cos. Cl A stock rose 2.51% to $107.94, outperforming competitors like Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, and Coty Inc. on a strong trading day. The stock has gained for three consecutive days and is 1.53% below its 52-week high. Trading volume exceeded its 50-day average.

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Estee Lauder Cos. Cl A Stock Outperforms Competitors On Strong Trading Day

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Monster Beverage Corp.'s stock rose 1.51% to $75.46, outperforming competitors like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo on a strong trading day. The stock is 1.07% below its 52-week high. Trading volume was below the 50-day average.

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Monster Beverage Corp. Stock Outperforms Competitors On Strong Trading Day

Goldman Sachs proposes an investment strategy for 2026, focusing on beer, nicotine, and energy drink stocks. The strategy is based on a stabilizing macroeconomic environment and global events like the FIFA World Cup, Winter Olympics, and US 250th Anniversary. These events are expected to boost consumption, making these stocks potential outperformers due to high brand loyalty and habitual consumption. Key stocks to watch include Monster Beverage, Celsius Holdings, Philip Morris, Altria Group, Anheuser-Busch, Molson Coors, Constellation Brands, and Boston Beer Company.

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The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index plunged to -10.2, indicating a sharp contraction in regional factory activity. This unexpected drop from -1.7 to -10.2 missed analyst estimates of 3.0, raising concerns about cooling manufacturing demand. Cyclical and industrial stocks may face pressure, while defensive sectors like utilities and consumer staples could gain support. The data suggests a cautious outlook for growth-sensitive sectors.

- The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index declined to -10.2 from -1.7, indicating a significant contraction in regional manufacturing activity.  
- This reading fell short of the analyst estimate of 3.0, suggesting a reversal in expectations towards weaker manufacturing demand.  
- As a result, cyclical and industrial stocks may face pressure, while defensive sectors like utilities and consumer staples could benefit from the cautious growth outlook.

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Costco's scan-and-go pilot has improved checkout speed by 20% and enhanced store productivity. The company is also focusing on digital personalization to boost sales and member loyalty. Additionally, Costco extended store hours for executive members, reducing crowding and benefiting all members. U.S. comparable sales rose 5.9% in Q1 2026, with net sales up 8.2% to $65.98 billion.

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Sports Research® announced a significant expansion at Costco, now offering 10 premium nutritional supplements nationwide. This expansion, including eight new products added in 2025, marks a transformational moment for the brand. Key products include Advanced Multivitamin, SUPERBA2® Krill Oil, and Vegan Double Strength CoQ10. The partnership with Costco reflects strong member demand and the company's ability to meet high standards for quality and transparency.

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Monster Beverage Corp's short interest has risen 9.45%, with 19.22 million shares sold short, representing 2.78% of available shares. It would take traders 3.71 days to cover these positions. The company's short interest is lower than its peers, whose average is 6.88%. Increasing short interest can indicate bearish sentiment but may also be bullish for a stock.

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Montecito Bank & Trust invested $8.54 million in Costco Wholesale Corporation, acquiring 9,227 shares. This investment makes up 1.3% of the bank's portfolio. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their stakes in Costco. The company reported strong quarterly earnings, with a revenue increase of 8.3% year-over-year. Costco announced a quarterly dividend of $1.30 per share. Recent insider transactions include significant stock sales by executives. Analysts have set new price targets for Costco.

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Montecito Bank & Trust Invests $8.54 Million in Costco Wholesale Corporation $COST

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Channel Wealth LLC reduced its stake in Procter & Gamble by 68.2% in Q3, now holding 4,647 shares. Other institutional investors like Kingstone Capital and Norges Bank have increased their holdings. Analysts have mixed ratings, with a moderate buy consensus and an average price target of $171.76. Procter & Gamble's recent earnings exceeded expectations, with a quarterly EPS of $1.99 and revenue of $22.39 billion.

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The Nasdaq Composite fell over 400 points as tech and AI stocks were sold off, moving the CNN Money Fear and Greed index to the 'Fear' zone. Nvidia and Oracle saw significant declines, while General Mills and Jabil reported positive earnings. Most S&P 500 sectors closed negatively, except consumer staples and energy. The Dow Jones and S&P 500 also fell. The Fear & Greed Index, now at 39.1, indicates increased market fear.

- The CNN Money Fear and Greed index declined to 39.1, indicating a move to the "Fear" zone.  
- U.S. stocks fell on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq Composite losing over 400 points, particularly affecting tech firms like Nvidia and Oracle.  
- Despite overall declines, General Mills and Jabil reported positive earnings, while mortgage applications dropped by 3.8% in the week ending December 12.

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Nasdaq Down Over 400 Points As AI Stocks Tumble: Investor Sentiment Declines, Greed Index Moves To 'Fear' Zone