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Netflix will likely deal with the fallout of the Warner Bros. purchase during the period.Optimism has increased around Netflix (NFLX +1.76%), particularly following a dramatic recovery from its 2022 lows. As one of the world’s most recognized brands and a leading content creator, it has increased its dominance over the entertainment industry as viewed entertainment switches to streaming. Knowing that, it may surprise investors that the stock has underperformed the S&P 500 over a one-year time frame, it lost 11% last month, and trades at a 40% discount to its 52-week high. Knowing those facts, is it poised for a…

Gold, Silver Rates Today LIVE: Gold and silver prices extended gains on Monday amid a weak US dollar. Investors awaited a key US labour market report due later in the week to gauge the interest rate trajectory.Spot gold price rose 1.4% to $5,029.09 per ounce after a near 4% climb on Friday. US gold futures for April delivery gained 1.4% to $5,051.0 per ounce. Spot silver was up 2.86% at $80.25 an ounce, after a 10% gain in the previous session.The US dollar was at its lowest level since February 4, making greenback-priced metals cheaper for overseas buyers.Gold prices were…

The Sensex ended 266 points, or 0.32%, higher at 83,580.40, while the Nifty 50 closed at 25,693.70, up 51 points, or 0.20%. However, the mid and small-cap segments underperformed. The BSE 150 MidCap Index dropped 0.11%, while the BSE 250 SmallCap Index fell by 0.42%. Two stock recommendations by MarketSmith India for 9 February: Buy: Navin Fluorine International Ltd (current price: ₹6,417) Why it’s recommended: Strong positioning in specialty fluorochemicals, diversified product mix across CRAMS, HPP, and refrigerants, long-term contracts with global innovators, high entry barriers due to complex chemistry, focus on high-margin specialty products, and ongoing capacity expansion for…

Silver price (XAG/USD) plunged over 10% after two days of gains, trading around $77.00 per troy ounce during the Asian hours on Thursday. Silver prices fall as precious metals face renewed selling pressure and increased volatility.Dollar-denominated precious metals, including Silver lose ground amid a stronger US Dollar (USD), fueled by hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve (Fed) and expectations of a slower pace of US rate cuts.Fed Governor Lisa Cook said she would not back another cut without clearer evidence that inflation is easing, stressing greater concern over stalled disinflation than labor market weakness.Investors also weighed the implications of Kevin…

I have pet insurance for my much loved 13-year-old dog and this year’s premium has risen to £85 a month. To add insult to injury, the annual premium now exceeds the maximum the insurer will pay out. Surely this is unfair?A Which? Money memberGet expert help with your money questions’You could become your own insurer’Simon Dicey, Which? insurance experts, says:This does seem very steep, particularly as you would also have to pay an excess if you made a claim for your dog, plus a percentage of the claim itself. Insurers are allowed to set their own prices and given your dog’s age, your…

Find your next quality investment with Simply Wall St’s easy and powerful screener, trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Teva Pharmaceutical Industries has seen its fair value estimate move from about US$35.32 to about US$36.77, with analysts tightening their valuation ranges as they weigh upcoming pipeline events into 2026. While the discount rate assumption is essentially unchanged at about 8.52%, the revenue growth outlook now sits closer to about 1.05%. This reflects mixed views on how quickly Teva can translate its pipeline and core business into higher sales. As you read on, keep an eye on how this…

Fed up with savings accounts? Investing offers the chance of growing your money above inflation – but there are risks attached.This is not necessarily a bad thing – more risk could mean better returns – but you should be prepared for the fact that you could lose some, or even all, of the money you invest.Before you get started, it’s crucial to assess your finances and make sure that you have the financial security you need.In this short video, Which? editor (and previously Which? Money editor) Harry Rose suggests four things to consider as a starting point.Why do you want…

1. What are AI investment platforms used for in financial markets?They analyze market data, generate insights, and support investors with trend tracking, alerts, and portfolio management.2. Do AI trading platforms replace human decision-making?No, they act as support systems that improve speed and reduce bias while leaving final decisions to users.3. Are AI platforms suitable for beginner investors?Yes, many platforms offer simple interfaces and low-risk features designed for retail and new investors.4. How do robo advisors manage long-term investments?They use AI to allocate assets, rebalance portfolios, and maintain risk levels automatically over time.5. Is automated trading safe for all investors?It depends…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Volatility, claims Xu Xudong, is the key to making money in the gold business. And for this wholesaler, the past year has been an embarrassment of riches. “It takes volatility to heat the market up, otherwise it’s just flat,” he said, sipping tea in the Shuibei gold wholesale district of Shenzhen in southern China.The future, he added, was bright, at least for the remaining three years of US President Donald Trump’s term. “I think we need him to stay in office.”Xu’s confidence…

Google Cloud is growing fast, but is that enough to make Alphabet the best AI stock? Let’s dig into the numbers.Alphabet (GOOG 2.48%) (GOOGL 2.46%) reported Q4 2025 results last Tuesday. Google’s parent company eclipsed Wall Street’s estimates across the board, with a 2.4% revenue surprise and 6.8% outperformance on the bottom line. Image source: Alphabet. Google Cloud was the star of the show. Sales rose 48% year over year to $17.7 billion, accounting for a beefy 15.5% of Alphabet’s total revenues. The segment’s operating income also soared, rising 154% to $5.3 billion. These results show how Alphabet taps into…