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Shares of ChargePoint Holdings (NYSE: CHPT) plummeted 19.8% on Thursday morning after the company reported a fiscal Q1 2026 loss of $0.12 per share, which was double the anticipated loss of $0.06. Additionally, sales decreased by 8.8% year over year, totaling $97.6 million, falling short of analysts' expectations of over $100 million. The disappointing earnings report, which ended on April 30, led to a significant decline in investor confidence. Full Article

President Trump's trade policies are raising concerns about a potential recession, leading investors to consider companies that can thrive even in tough economic times. Zoetis (NYSE: ZTS) and HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) are highlighted as strong investment options due to their robust business models, which are designed to deliver consistent results and superior long-term returns. While predicting an economic downturn is challenging, investing in resilient companies is always a prudent strategy. Full Article

Warren Buffett has not been actively investing lately, having been a net seller of stocks for 10 consecutive quarters, leading to a cash stockpile of nearly $348 billion for Berkshire Hathaway. During Berkshire's annual shareholder meeting in May, a shareholder inquired about potential investment opportunities, to which Buffett responded that the company is prepared to spend $100 billion on a stock, provided it meets three specific criteria. This highlights Buffett's cautious approach to investing amid...

In a recent podcast episode, Motley Fool host Ricky Mulvey interviewed Jan van Eck, CEO of investment management firm VanEck, discussing various investment strategies and insights related to emerging markets. The conversation delves into the potential opportunities and challenges in these markets, emphasizing the importance of informed investment decisions. For more episodes of The Motley Fool's free podcasts, listeners are encouraged to visit the podcast center and explore a curated list of top stocks to...

Shares of Pony AI (NASDAQ: PONY) surged 112% in May, driven by partnerships with Uber and Tencent Holdings as the company aims to advance self-driving technology in the Chinese market. Despite a market cap of $4.67 billion, Pony AI faces significant operating losses and minimal sales, yet investors are optimistic about its potential in sectors like robotaxis and ridesharing. The collaboration with Uber is expected to facilitate technology deployment in the Middle East, while Tencent...

On Wednesday, Alibaba's stock (NYSE: BABA) saw a nearly 4% increase in response to positive internal company data regarding the lively performance of this year's 618 shopping festival in China. This event, initiated by JD.com to celebrate its founding date, has been embraced by other major retailers, including Alibaba, who offer extensive deals and discounts to shoppers during this period. In contrast, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) remained relatively flat, highlighting the significance of Alibaba's...