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On May 29, 2026, Dell’s AI-fueled surge boosted major U.S. indexes as investors piled into infrastructure winners.

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↗️ Dell Technologies (DELL): Shares rocketed 33% after the technology company raised its full-year outlook and said first-quarter sales climbed 88% on demand for artificial intelligence products. Other computing stocks also jumped, including Hewlett Packard (HPE). ↘️ Gap (GAP): Shares dropped 15% after the clothing retailer cut its full-year revenue outlook and reported slowing sales for its Old Navy chain.

US equity indexes touched all-time highs as technology soared ahead of President Donald Trump's deci

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed up +0.22%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.72%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.36%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.19%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Long-term yields remain elevated as investors bet that higher oil prices could keep the Fed on the sidelines...or force it to raise rates. The bond vigilantes have returned.

Consumer stocks were lower late Friday afternoon, with the State Street Consumer Staples Select Sect

Companies with more cash than debt often have stronger financial flexibility, making them attractive in uncertain markets. With interest payments less of a worry, these businesses can invest more in growth, innovation, or buybacks and dividends.

Sales for AutoZone have expanded from $12.6 billion in the fiscal year ended in August 2020 to an estimated $20.5 billion this fiscal year.

Costco says approved tariff refunds could start arriving over the following 2 to 3 months.

The stock market rose to fresh highs Thursday on a reported interim U.S.-Iran deal. Dell soared overnight on earnings.

Investors focused on inflation risks tied to surging fuel demand, rising gas prices, and consumer spending pressures.

Costco's Q3 earnings call spotlights strategic price cuts, record fuel volumes and surging digital demand as it doubles down on member value.

Costco Wholesale Corp (COST) reports a 15% increase in net income and significant digital sales growth amid challenges in gross margin and transportation costs.

Costco had big revenue numbers, but its profit margin compressed.

Jim Cramer said Costco’s muted stock reaction reflected Wall Street being overly focused on minor details, noting that analysts were ‘nit-picking.’

Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:COST) reported higher fiscal third-quarter earnings and sales as strong gasoline demand, continued membership growth and gains in digital sales supported results, executives said on the company’s earnings call. Gary Millerchip, Costco’s executive vice president and chief fi

Before we dive into our financial results, I am delighted to say that Ron Vachris is once again joining me for today's call. Ron Vachris: Good afternoon, everybody, and thank you for joining us today. Nowhere has this been more apparent in the third quarter than our gas business, as events in The Middle East, have had a significant impact on product supply and gas prices, our focus, as always, is to be there for our members by staying in stock and offering the best value.

Costco Wholesale reported higher third-quarter sales as the retailer continues to draw inflation-weary consumers, including to its fuel pumps.

Higher gas prices fueled Costco's third quarter results.

While the report was solid in most regards, it was not the blowout results some investors may have come to expect.

Asking for a Trend Host Josh Lipton previews several of the biggest stories to come tomorrow, Thursday, May 28, including earnings from retailers like Dollar Tree (DLTR), Best Buy (BBY), Kohl's (KSS), and Costco Wholesale (COST); the April reading on the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) report; and the latest commentary from top Fed officials.

There's a reason Costco boasts a 92.1% renewal rate across its U.S. and Canada memberships. The company offers a huge range of services designed to offer members maximum value. It's easy to think of Costco as a place to save money on food and household essentials. But as a 20-year Costco shopper, I ...

Life is too short to wait for what you want—whether it’s a trip around the world or just to the mall—and rich retirees are often paying for their children and grandchildren to come with them.

Walmart (NASDAQ: WMT) stock has dropped 11% over the past five trading days. This downturn comes right on the heels of the company's recent Q1 2027 earnings release, where, despite strong e-commerce growth and beating revenue forecasts, the stock faced immediate pressure. It is a pullback that should make investors take notice.

Wall Street expects another solid quarter as sales momentum stays strong.

Costco is set to report earnings Thursday afternoon. Here's what to expect.

Earnings season is winding down, with nearly all first quarter reports in the rearview mirror.

Salesforce, Best Buy and Costco earnings join inflation data and AI-driven banking job cuts in a volatile global market week.

The membership-based retailer's sales are accelerating, not slowing -- but the stock's valuation still leaves little room for error.