Articles by Daniel Marsh
Plug Power Gains on Investor Outreach Amid Turnaround Focus, Legal Challenge
Plug Power shares advanced 3.6% Monday following news of upcoming investor meetings. The hydrogen firm reported improved 2025 financials but faces a new class-action lawsuit related to a DOE loan.
Mortgage Rates Hover Near Multi-Year Highs as Housing Data Sours
Mortgage rates held near recent peaks on Monday, with the 30-year fixed rate at 6.49%. New home sales tumbled 17.6% in January to the lowest level since late 2022.
Markets Rally on Geopolitical De-escalation, Oil Plunges 8%
U.S. equity markets staged a powerful rebound Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average surging more than 1,000 points. The rally followed a decision to postpone military action against Iran, which triggered a sharp decline in crude oil prices.
Verizon Shares Approach 52-Week Peak Amid Mixed Institutional Moves
Verizon Communications shares traded close to a 52-week high as recent 13F filings showed institutional investors taking opposing stances. The telecom giant also lifted its 2026 earnings outlook and quarterly dividend.
Vanguard's VTI ETF: A $1,000 Path to Millionaire Status?
Vanguard's Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) is gaining attention for its long-term wealth-building potential, with analysis showing how consistent investing could turn modest sums into over $1 million. The fund, tracking the broad U.S. equity market, remains a core holding despite recent volatility.
Institutions Boost GE Aerospace Holdings Amid Strong Results
Two investment firms raised their positions in GE Aerospace last quarter, as the company reported robust financial performance and detailed expansion plans. Institutional ownership remains elevated near 75%.
Nasdaq Jumps as Oil Plunge Eases Rate Fears; Merlin Rises on Index Inclusion
The Nasdaq Composite rallied sharply Monday, climbing 1.77% to 22,033.90, as a steep drop in crude oil prices alleviated some investor anxiety about prolonged high interest rates. Newly public Merlin Inc. advanced following its addition to the Nasdaq Composite index.
Boeing's $290 Bull Target Faces Execution, Debt Hurdles
Boeing shares gained as a bullish $290 price target highlights recovery optimism, but analysts warn certification timelines and a hefty debt load pose significant execution risks.
S&P 500 Reclaims Key Technical Level Amid Geopolitical Relief
The S&P 500 rallied sharply, climbing back above its 200-day moving average after President Trump delayed strikes on Iran. The move split analysts on whether it signals a durable rebound or a temporary respite.