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Hercules Capital Reports Q4 Earnings, Misses Revenue Forecast

Hercules Capital, Inc. (HTGC) reported fourth-quarter profit of $61.4 million, or 37 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for investment costs, were 49 cents per share, matching Wall Street expectations. Revenue was $121.8 million.

Knowles Posts Q4 Earnings, Revenue

Knowles Corp. reports Q4 earnings of $18.5 million, or 27 cents per share, on revenue of $142.5 million. For the year, the company reported a loss of $237.8 million on revenue of $553.5 million.

Morgan Stanley Boosts X Holdings Debt Offering to $4.74 Billion

Morgan Stanley boosts the size of its latest debt offering for X Holdings to $4.74 billion, indicating strong investor appetite and a significant shift in perception about the company's prospects.

High-Yield Savings Accounts vs. 401(k)s: What to Know

Not sure where to park your retirement savings? Compare high-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) vs. 401(k)s, including key differences, benefits, and why a 401(k) may be a better choice for long-term retirement goals.

Apple's China Focus: AI iPhones, Tariffs and the Investor Outlook

Apple faces challenges and opportunities in China, where it seeks to boost sales and navigate tariff-related risks. Improved demand for AI-powered iPhones could drive growth, but geopolitical tensions and the potential for regulatory action remain concerns. Analysts remain cautiously optimistic, citing Apple's strong financials and defensive nature.

Lincoln Electric (LECO) Q4 Earnings Beat, Stock Soars

Lincoln Electric (NASDAQ: LECO) beat Wall Street's revenue estimates for Q4 2024, with revenue of $1.02 billion. Non-GAAP EPS of $2.57 per share was 28.9% above analyst expectations. Read the full report for insights on the company's performance, growth trends, and future outlook.

CFPB Complaint Portal Remains Active Amid Trump Administration's Freeze

Despite the temporary halt in work by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the online consumer complaint portal remains active, allowing consumers to file complaints against banks and credit reporting agencies. The system routes complaints to the relevant companies, who are expected to respond within 15 days and provide a resolution within 60 days.

Datadog Q4 CY2024 Results: Beats on Revenue, Misses on Guidance

Datadog's (NASDAQ:DDOG) Q4 revenue beats market estimates, but guidance misses. Revenue up 25.1% to $737.7 million, non-GAAP EPS of $0.49 beats estimates by 13.3%. Full-year 2025 revenue guidance of $3.19 billion misses estimates by 1.7%, Adjusted EPS guidance of $1.65 misses estimates by 16.8%. 3,610 customers paying over $100,000 annually. Strong sales growth and large enterprise customer base, but guidance weighs on shares.

Deere's Quarterly Revenue Slumps 30%, Shares Drop

Deere's quarterly revenue plunges 30%, missing expectations as farmers opt to rent equipment amid weak incomes and high borrowing costs.

Goldman Sachs Sees Dip-Buying Fatigue as Bearish Trade Looms

Goldman Sachs warns of a looming bearish trade for US equities, citing a crowded market and waning dip-buying momentum. Dip demand is slowing, with trend followers signaling downside pressure and corporate buybacks nearing their end. Hedge funds have increased risk exposure, but retail buying force may fade as March approaches. Tactical downside trade ideas are suggested, such as binary and put spread options on the S&P 500 Index, lookback put hedges, or trades involving the Euro Stoxx 50 and euro-dollar exchange rate.