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The Big Picture
Meet the 2026 FOMC
Briefing.com Summary:*Several voting Fed bank presidents lean hawkish, creating a challenging rate-cut backdrop for the FOMC early in 2026. *Potential turnover among Fed governors as 2026 unfolds is apt to lead to a more dovish-minded class of governors. *Jerome Powell's time as Fed chair is running out, and so may his time as Fed governor. There are twelve voting members on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC): the seven...

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  • Midday market summary: Muted action sees major averages mixed
    Market Summaries | Updated: 09-Dec-25 13:09 ET
    The stock market has seen another day of muted action so far, with the S&P 500 (+0.1%), Nasdaq Composite (+0.3%), and DJIA (-0.2%) currently sitting mixed. Sector strength is fairly solid, with seven S&P 500 sectors trading higher, which starkly...

    Pre-Earnings Options Analysis -- GME seeing call activity ahead of earnings
    Special Reports | Updated: 09-Dec-25 10:25 ET
    There is elevated option volume in several of the companies reporting tonight after the close and tomorrow before the open. Although the activity can't be considered a "crystal ball" for the numbers, it can indicate the tone from an options market...

    Market spinning its wheels before FOMC decision
    Page One | Updated: 09-Dec-25 09:06 ET
    Briefing.com Summary:*Market participants aren't showing much conviction in front of Wednesday's FOMC decision.*Dow component Home Depot provided some relatively disappointing guidance.*President Trump is allowing the shipment of NVIDIA's H200 chips...

    Indices face resistance as momentum decelerates
    The Technical Take | Updated: 09-Dec-25 08:48 ET
    Technical Snapshot Key TakeawaysThe S&P, Nasdaq, and Dow finished Monday's session lower, while the Russell was nearly unchanged. The S&P and Dow continued their moves lower from resistance, closing between their respective...

    Technical Scans for Tuesday, December 9
    TA Page Scans | Updated: 09-Dec-25 08:39 ET
    Overnight, U.S. equity futures are essentially marking time as investors head into a heavy central-bank and data calendar with little appetite for fresh risk. S&P 500 futures are up just 1.5 points, the Dow is higher by 16 points, Nasdaq futures are...

    Morning Briefing - Flattish open indicated as investors await tomorrow's FOMC rate decision
    Market Summaries | Updated: 09-Dec-25 08:17 ET
    Equity futures point to a flattish opening amid another relatively quiet morning as investors await tomorrow's FOMC decision. The market has nearly priced in a 25-basis point rate cut at the December meeting, though the expectation is that the Fed...

    NVIDIA higher on reports that President Trump has approved H200 AI chip sales to China
    After Hours Report | Updated: 08-Dec-25 17:11 ET
    The stock market moved lower in the first session of a week that is likely to be defined by Wednesday's FOMC decision.Stocks have seen some muted back-and-forth action leading up to this week's FOMC meeting, with the S&P 500 (-0.4%), Nasdaq...

    UiPath (PATH) added to GROWX rankings; pivoting to AI agentic automation
    Emerging Growth Stocks | Updated: 08-Dec-25 15:33 ET
    UiPath (PATH) is a new member of our GROWX rankings this week. PATH is undergoing a major strategic pivot to AI agentic automation. This is a timely narrative shift given the broader AI transformation sweeping through the enterprise software...

    Leaders for the Week December 8, 2025
    Liquid Momentum | Updated: 08-Dec-25 10:55 ET
    Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

    Pre-Earnings Options Analysis -- No Notable Activity
    Special Reports | Updated: 08-Dec-25 10:24 ET
    There is elevated option volume in several of the companies reporting tonight after the close and tomorrow before the open. Although the activity can't be considered a "crystal ball" for the numbers, it can indicate the tone from an options market...

    Technical Scans for Monday, December 8
    TA Page Scans | Updated: 08-Dec-25 07:46 ET
    US equity futures point to a mixed open as the S&P 500 trades up about 0.1%, the Nasdaq 100 gains roughly 0.2%, the Dow sits essentially flat, and the Russell 2000 outperforms with a 0.4% advance. The overnight tone is “cautiously risk-on” heading...

    Weekly Wrap
    After Hours Report | Updated: 05-Dec-25 17:17 ET
    The stock market ended the week modestly higher, with the major averages grinding upward despite uneven sector leadership and shifting rate expectations ahead of next week’s FOMC decision. The S&P 500 gained 0.3%, the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.9%, and...

    Modest weekly gains as market awaits FOMC decision
    Week in Perspective | Updated: 05-Dec-25 17:16 ET
    The stock market ended the week modestly higher, with the major averages grinding upward despite uneven sector leadership and shifting rate expectations ahead of next week’s FOMC decision. The S&P 500 gained 0.3%, the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.9%, and...

    Match Group (MTCH) added to YIELD rankings; new CEO has pedigree for a turnaround
    Stock Ideas | Updated: 05-Dec-25 15:46 ET
    Match Group (MTCH) is a new addition to our YIELD Leaders rankings this week. MTCH operates a portfolio of dating apps. Brands include Tinder, Hinge, Match, Meetic, OkCupid, Pairs, PlentyOfFish, Azar, BLK, and more. Through its trusted brands, MTCH...

    Consumer credit walks through revolving door in October
    Economic Data Reviews | Updated: 05-Dec-25 15:13 ET
    Consumer credit increased by $9.2 billion in October (Briefing.com consensus: $9.8 billion) following a downwardly revised $11.0 billion increase (from $13.0 billion) in September.The key takeaway from the report is that the expansion in consumer...

    A 2026 policy tilt awaits
    Fed Brief | Updated: 05-Dec-25 14:58 ET
    Briefing.com Summary:*Several voting Fed bank presidents lean hawkish, creating a challenging rate-cut backdrop for the FOMC early in 2026. *Potential turnover among Fed governors as 2026 unfolds is apt to lead to a more dovish-minded class of...

    Weekly Options Volatility Analysis Ahead of Earnings -- PL seeing high relative volatility
    Special Reports | Updated: 05-Dec-25 10:52 ET
    Since the options market acts as a good gauge of expected future stock movement, this Special Report highlights select stocks of interest that are expected to show increased volatility around their earnings releases. While it is not a big surprise...

    Weekly Ex-Dividend Calendar For Optionable Stocks
    Special Reports | Updated: 05-Dec-25 10:51 ET
    The following list details optionable stocks with ex-dividend dates for next week. These ex-dividend dates are important to traders because the price of a stock will fall in proportion to the amount of the dividend on this date. It is the record...

    Technical Scans for Friday, December 5
    TA Page Scans | Updated: 04-Dec-25 18:42 ET
    Equities (U.S. & Global) U.S. Equities S&P 500 & Nasdaq: both closed modestly higher and remain near record territory, with strength in select large-cap tech and communication names helping to offset weakness elsewhere. Dow: slipped slightly,...

    Pre-Earnings Options Analysis -- No Notable Activity
    Special Reports | Updated: 04-Dec-25 10:24 ET
    There is elevated option volume in several of the companies reporting tonight after the close and tomorrow before the open. Although the activity can't be considered a "crystal ball" for the numbers, it can indicate the tone from an options market...

    Technical Scans for Thursday, December 4
    TA Page Scans | Updated: 03-Dec-25 18:55 ET
    Equities (U.S. & Global) U.S. Equities S&P 500 & Nasdaq: both closed modestly higher, supported by strength in technology and growth-oriented names as investors continued to position around potential rate cuts. Dow: gained ground, with aerospace and...

    Crocs (CROX) added to VALUE rankings; brand in turnaround mode
    Stock Ideas | Updated: 03-Dec-25 15:55 ET
    Crocs (CROX) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. Crocs is a major footwear brand, known for its casual, beachy vibe with its well-known classic clog sandals. The company's brands include Crocs and HEYDUDE, which are sold in...

    Technical Scans for Wednesday, December 3
    TA Page Scans | Updated: 02-Dec-25 18:23 ET
    Equities (U.S. & Global) U.S. Equities S&P 500 & Nasdaq: both closed modestly higher, rebounding from Monday's dip as tech and growth names rallied on renewed hopes for rate cuts. Dow: gained ground, helped by strength in aerospace and industrial...

    Lumexa Imaging eyeing $462.5 mln IPO as AI-powered outpatient radiology play heads to Nasdaq (LMRI)
    The Next Big Thing | Updated: 02-Dec-25 11:26 ET
    Briefing.com Summary:*Lumexa Imaging Holdings (LMRI) is gearing up for a significant healthcare IPO, offering 25.0 mln shares at $17-$20 each, aiming to raise up to $462.5 mln in gross proceeds while targeting a Nasdaq listing on December 11. *The...

    Leaders for the Week December 1, 2025
    Liquid Momentum | Updated: 01-Dec-25 10:30 ET
    Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

    Swing setups heading into the final month of the year
    Swing Trader | Updated: 01-Dec-25 09:00 ET
    Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

    The Interest Rate Outlook
    Rate Brief | Updated: 01-Dec-25 00:00 ET
    Shorter-dated Treasuries recorded solid gains in November while the long bond underperformed, finishing the month little changed amid notable volatility in the market's rate cut expectations. Expectations for a December cut were near 100% during the...

    Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) added to VALUE rankings; brand is turning around heading into holidays
    Stock Ideas | Updated: 26-Nov-25 15:44 ET
    Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. ANF is a specialty apparel retailer, which also owns the Hollister brand for men, women and kids. The stock pulled back aggressively from early January when it...

    Leaders for the Week November 24, 2025
    Liquid Momentum | Updated: 24-Nov-25 11:03 ET
    Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

    Kroger (KR) added to YIELD rankings; recent pullback has spurred more buyback activity
    Stock Ideas | Updated: 21-Nov-25 14:44 ET
    Kroger (KR) is a new addition to our YIELD Leaders rankings this week. Kroger is one of the largest grocery chains under a variety of local banner names, of MANY also have fuel centers. Kroger is one of the largest retailers in the world based on...

    Sanmina (SANM) added to VALUE rankings; morphing into a full-stack systems player for the AI era
    Stock Ideas | Updated: 19-Nov-25 15:57 ET
    Sanmina (SANM) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. Sanmina is a provider of Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS). Basically, that means Sanmina and other EMS providers make electronic components/semiconductors on a...

    Leaders for the Week November 17, 2025
    Liquid Momentum | Updated: 17-Nov-25 10:53 ET
    Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

    Winter Swings
    Swing Trader | Updated: 17-Nov-25 09:00 ET
    Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

    California Resources (CRC) added to YIELD rankings; traditional E&P plus carbon mgmt
    Stock Ideas | Updated: 14-Nov-25 15:52 ET
    California Resources (CRC) is a new addition to our YIELD Leaders rankings this week. CRC is the largest oil and natural gas exploration and production company in California, with significant operations in key California basins such as the San...

    Phinia (PHIN) added to VALUE rankings; in turnaround mode, branching into aerospace
    Stock Ideas | Updated: 12-Nov-25 16:00 ET
    Phinia (PHIN) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. Phinia is a supplier of fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket parts, serving commercial vehicles, industrial applications, off-highway machinery, marine, and...

    Treasury market will be judge and jury on IEEPA ruling
    The Bond Column | Updated: 12-Nov-25 13:21 ET
    Briefing.com Summary:*The SCOTUS ruling on IEEPA tariffs could reshape the deficit outlook, potentially requiring refunds and affecting interest rates.*Lower interest rates could ease fiscal strain, but sustained borrowing needs make that outcome...

    Leaders for the Week November 10, 2025
    Liquid Momentum | Updated: 10-Nov-25 10:57 ET
    Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

    Southwest Airlines (LUV) added to YIELD rankings; buybacks up considerably
    Stock Ideas | Updated: 07-Nov-25 15:57 ET
    Southwest Airlines (LUV) is a new addition to our YIELD Leaders rankings this week. There are some big changes in the works for Southwest. After boasting about being the last remaining airline for free bags, the company has changed course to...

    Uptrend intact, but momentum starting to slow
    Swing Trader | Updated: 03-Nov-25 09:01 ET
    Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

    Swinging into the final quarter
    Swing Trader | Updated: 20-Oct-25 09:00 ET
    Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

    Fresh swing setups developing across key sectors
    Swing Trader | Updated: 06-Oct-25 09:01 ET
    Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

    Buyer Beware!
    Market View | Updated: 25-Sep-25 08:00 ET
    Briefing.com Summary:*Valuations near 25-year extremes make it clear that investment risk is higher and return potential lower.*The stock market could face some fourth quarter upset if current rate cut assumptions are challenged.*Earnings estimates...

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