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FTAI Aviation Promotes Internal Leader to Financial Position

Rocket Lab Successfully Completes Fourth Annual Satellite Launch

Executives of American Comfort Systems Inc. Sell Stock

Ciena released FY2026 Q1 earnings on March 5 Pre-Market EST, actual revenue USD 1.427 B (forecast USD 1.398 B), actual EPS USD 1.03 (forecast USD 0.7149)

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Coherent Corp CTO Julie Sheridan Eng Sells Company Shares

Coherent launches new product WaveMaker® 4000A for testing ultra C-band DWDM systems

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NVIDIA Invests $400 Million in Optical Communication Giants to Secure Next-Generation AI Computing Capacity

NVIDIA and Lumentum reach multi-year agreement to enhance data center optics

SoFi CEO Anthony Noto Acquires Company Shares

Nvidia Invests in Lumentum and Coherent to Boost Data Center Chip Capabilities

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Bloom Energy's Chief Business Officer Aman Joshi Sold 10,000 Shares of Company Stock

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This market is volatile, but the S&P 500 is still up around 18% over the past 52 weeks.

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Wall Street is set for a lower open as Middle East turmoil and a weak jobs report weigh on investor sentiment. Futures indicate declines of 1.21% for the Dow, 1.18% for the S&P 500, and 1.43% for the Nasdaq. The Labor Department reported a loss of 92,000 jobs in February, raising the unemployment rate to 4.4%. This has increased expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Oil prices are surging due to geopolitical tensions, impacting airline stocks negatively. Despite the downturn, some tech stocks like Marvell Technology saw gains on strong forecasts.

- Wall Street's main indexes were set to open lower due to an unexpected job loss of 92,000 in February, raising concerns about inflation from increased energy costs amid ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts.  
- Futures for Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq dropped by 1.21%, 1.18%, and 1.43%, respectively, while Marvell Technology's shares surged 10% on a positive revenue forecast.  
- In contrast, Gap's shares fell 9% after issuing a warning about tariffs affecting profits, and Fed Governor Waller indicated that current oil price increases are not expected to trigger persistent inflation.

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US STOCKS-Wall St set for lower open as Middle East turmoil, weak jobs report weigh

The S&P 500 has shown resilience despite the ongoing US-Iran war, which poses risks of further market declines. The conflict's duration could negatively impact global economic growth and hinder the Fed's response to inflation from rising energy prices. Currently, the market bias is neutral to bearish, with buyers targeting resistance at 7,040 and sellers eyeing a drop to 6,540. Upcoming catalysts include the US NFP report, but market focus remains on the US-Iran situation.

- The S&P 500 has shown resilience despite the ongoing US-Iran war, which poses risks for the stock market's future performance.  
- Currently, the index is trading near the lower bound of the 6,760-7,040 range, with buyers likely to support prices while sellers may seek a break lower.  
- Market focus remains on the US-Iran conflict and upcoming economic indicators, like the US NFP report, which could further impact market dynamics.

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The upside in the S&P 500 remains limited despite resilience amid the US-Iran war

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Global equity funds experienced their first outflow in eight weeks, with net sales of $21.92 billion in U.S. equity funds, leading to a total outflow of approximately $1.44 billion. The ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran raised inflation concerns and risk aversion among investors. The MSCI World Index saw a decline of over 2.5%, marking its worst week since April 2025. Inflows into European equity funds decreased, while Asian funds attracted $7.43 billion. Safe-haven money market funds saw inflows of $20.22 billion, and global bond funds received $16.12 billion in net purchases.

- Global investors reduced equity fund holdings for the first time in eight weeks, driven by concerns over the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran and inflation fears.  
- U.S. equity funds faced the largest outflows of $21.92 billion, contributing to a total global outflow of approximately $1.44 billion as risk appetite declined.  
- In contrast, safe-haven assets like money market and bond funds saw significant inflows, with $20.22 billion and $16.12 billion respectively, indicating a shift in investor sentiment.

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EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic expressed confidence that the U.S. will honor the trade deal signed last year, following assurances from U.S. officials. This comes amid rising tariffs imposed by the U.S. on EU imports. Sefcovic also signed an agreement with Canada to modernize trade ties and ease rules under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), aiming to diversify trade away from the U.S. and enhance cooperation in digital trade, with negotiations expected to conclude this year.

- European Union Commissioner Maros Sefcovic expressed confidence that the U.S. would uphold its trade deal with the EU, based on assurances from U.S. officials.  
- The recent U.S. executive order imposed a 10% tariff on imports, which may rise to 15%, complicating the trade landscape for EU exports.  
- Sefcovic also signed an agreement with Canada to expand trade ties, aiming to modernize the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and strengthen economic resilience against U.S. policy changes.

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The Toronto Stock Exchange closed down 322.89 points (0.98%) amid rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. Most sectors declined, with Base Metals down 4.88%. WTI crude oil surged to a 23-month high due to supply concerns, while gold prices fell as the U.S. dollar strengthened. Canada's housing market showed continued weakness, with home sales in the Greater Toronto Area down 4.9%. Despite economic headwinds, auto sales remained stable. The Canadian economy is projected to grow by 1.3% in 2026, slightly down from 2025.

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Investors should ignore even big market drops: The S&P 500 fell by 1% or more on 1,001 days since 1996, an analysis by Morningstar Direct found.

The S&P 500 shrugs off 1% and 2% daily drops all the time. Investors can, too, financial advisors say

The rise of 401(k) millionaires highlights the effectiveness of consistent savings and low-cost ETFs in building retirement wealth. As of 2025, there are 665,000 401(k) millionaires, with average balances up 11% to $146,100, despite market volatility. Key factors include an average savings rate of 14.2% and increased contributions from nearly 40% of workers. While most 401(k) plans use mutual funds, ETFs like Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF and SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust can also help investors build wealth in IRAs or brokerage accounts. Consistency and long-term market exposure are crucial for retirement success.

- The number of 401(k) millionaires reached a record high of 665,000 at the end of 2025, with average account balances increasing by 11% to $146,100 due to strong market performance and higher savings rates.  
- The S&P 500 rose nearly 17%, while the average worker's savings rate hit 14.2%, with almost 40% increasing their contributions this year.  
- Investors are encouraged to consider diversified ETFs that track stock and bond indexes as a low-cost way to achieve long-term growth outside employer-sponsored plans.

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Universal Music Group has paused its plans for a U.S. stock market listing due to market uncertainty, believing its potential valuation is currently too low. This decision reverses an agreement with investor Bill Ackman's Pershing Square, who advocated for the listing to enhance UMG's share price. In 2025, UMG reported revenues of 12.5 billion euros, an 8.7% increase year-on-year, with its artists dominating global charts for the third consecutive year.

- Universal Music Group has paused its plans for a U.S. stock market listing due to market uncertainty affecting its valuation.  
- This decision contradicts its previous agreement with investor Bill Ackman's Pershing Square, which believed a New York listing would enhance UMG's share price and liquidity.  
- In 2025, UMG reported revenues of 12.5 billion euros ($14.5 billion), marking an 8.7% increase from the previous year, while its artists continued to lead the global charts.

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The 1973 Arab-Israeli War, also known as the Yom Kippur War, has several similarities to today’s conflict with Iran.As Bloomberg macro strategist, Simon White, notes, the market outcome was not good......oil quadrupled, the dollar rallied over 15% and stocks faced their worst bear market since the Great Depression.

- The 1973 Arab-Israeli War shares parallels with the current conflict with Iran, particularly in market reactions.  
- According to Simon White, the market performance following the war was poor, with oil prices quadrupling and the dollar increasing over 15%.  
- Additionally, the stock market experienced its worst bear market since the Great Depression during this period.

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While a rotation toward value has already happened, I believe ignoring tech stocks is a mistake.

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A tactical correction signal for the S&P 500 has been activated for the first time in nearly two years, indicating potential volatility ahead, according to Variant Perception. This signal, which has only triggered three times in seven years, suggests a possible short-term correction to test the 200-day moving average support. While past signals have led to significant pullbacks, the current macroeconomic environment remains resilient. Investors are advised to prepare for weeks of uncertainty, especially amid geopolitical tensions and fluctuating oil prices.

- Variant Perception warns that the S&P 500 has activated a tactical correction signal for the first time in nearly two years, indicating potential volatility ahead.  
- As the Iran conflict escalates, equity futures fluctuate, with historical data showing negative returns typically follow such activation signals.  
- The firm notes that unless there is a significant policy shift or further shocks, the current period of uncertainty is expected to last weeks, not days.

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This stock-market correction signal just triggered for only the third time in seven years. Here's the message for investors.

The Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (NYSE:MGK) has outperformed the market over the past decade, achieving an annualized return of 17.25%. An investment of $100 in MGK 10 years ago would now be worth $486.66, highlighting the significant impact of compounded returns. The ETF currently has a market capitalization of $30.45 billion.

- Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (NYSE: MGK) has outperformed the market by 4.06% annually over the past 10 years, achieving an average annual return of 17.25%.  
- With a current market capitalization of $30.45 billion, a $100 investment in MGK a decade ago would have grown to $486.66 today.  
- This highlights the significant impact of compounded returns on investment growth over time.

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Stocks rose on Wednesday, led by gains in the Nasdaq, while the Dollar eased. Geopolitical tensions persisted, particularly regarding Iran and Saudi Arabia, with reports of potential attacks and force majeure declarations from Aluminium Bahrain and QatarEnergy. Economic data showed stronger-than-expected growth in the ADP report and ISM Services PMI, indicating a slight increase in economic activity. The Fed's Beige Book noted stable employment and modest price increases. In fixed income, T-notes settled lower amid strong US data and ongoing geopolitical concerns.

- Global equity markets showed gains, particularly in the Nasdaq, driven by consumer discretionary and technology sectors.  
- Significant developments included strong ADP employment data and a notable increase in the ISM Services PMI, while geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran and Saudi Arabia impacted energy prices.  
- Upcoming economic data releases and events, including Australian trade figures and ECB minutes, are anticipated to influence market movement.

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