Apple (AAPL) recently unveiled updates to several popular products, including the iPad and iPad Air, MacBook Air, and Mac Studio. Yahoo Finance Technology Editor Dan Howley joins Wealth host Madison Mills to discuss the biggest takeaways and explain Apple's revenue-generating strategy for each new product.

Yahoo Finance anchor and host of Wealth Madison Mills looks at managing risk amid market volatility, the latest in Trump's tariffs and the USMCA agreement, Apple's new product lineup, and the growing number of 401(k) millionaires. For more wealth videos, please visit: https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/wealth/ #youtube #stocks #realestate About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life.

Dan Deming turns to tech and health care for today's Big 3. He offers example options trades for Apple (AAPL), Eli Lilly (LLY) and Broadcom (AVGO).

CNBC's Steve Kovach reports on news regarding Apple's U.S. investment.

Kevin Hincks looks at a pair of Mag 7 stocks for today's Daily Trader hit from @CboeGlobalMarkets. For Apple (AAPL), he showcases a short put vertical example trade.

Apple could bring a foldable iPhone to the market next year but it won't come cheap.

TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo noted Apple Inc's AAPL first foldable iPhone as a credible AI-driven smartphone.

Dublin, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Malaysia Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Q1 2025 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The gift card market in Malaysia is expected to grow by 13.5% on annual basis to reach US$1.98 billion in 2025. The gift card market in the country experienced robust growth during 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 14.5%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 12.0% during 2025-2029. By the end of 2029, the gift card sector is projected to expand from its 2024 value of USD 1.74 billion to approximately USD 3.12 billion. With over 100+ KPIs at the country level, this report provides a comprehensive understanding of gift card market dynamics. It offers a comprehensive analysis of market dynamics in the gift card sector, segmented by digital and e-gift card sales, distribution channels, key occasions, demographic trends, and market share statistics of leading retailers. In addition, it provides a snapshot of consumer behaviour and retail spending dynamics. KPIs in both value and volume terms help in getting an in-depth understanding of end market dynamics. Key Insights Malaysia's gift card market is rapidly transforming, driven by increasing digital adoption, corporate demand, and strategic retailer collaborations. The shift towards digital formats, fueled by the rise of e-commerce and technological advancements, is expected to continue expanding market opportunities. Additionally, businesses are leveraging gift cards as effective tools for employee engagement and customer retention, contributing to overall market growth. Regulatory changes also play a key role in shaping the industry, ensuring consumer protection and promoting market transparency. Addressing unredeemed balances and compliance with evolving regulations will be critical for business operations. Companies that innovate, collaborate, and align with regulatory frameworks will be well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand and sustain long-term success in Malaysia's expanding gift card market.

Apple NASDAQ: AAPL is down for the year in early March, but don't let that get you down. Apple's woes are minimal in the grand scheme of things and unlikely to result in a massive stock price decline.

Laura Martin, Needham senior analyst, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk how to play tech right now, the future of Google's legal troubles, and more.

If Apple decides to take legal action against the UK, it looks like it has Elon Musk's support. Government officials alleged the UK government issued a "secret" order for data access to iPhones.

Analyzing trends in the stock market can serve as a pretty good proxy for the general psyche of investors. Since Donald Trump's presidential victory on Nov. 5, the stock market has moved in just about every direction.

Apple Hospitality REIT boasts a strong balance sheet with an LTV ratio under 33% and a secure 6.6% dividend yield. 2024 results show robust FFO and MFFO growth, with limited interest expenses due to a solid financial structure. 2025 guidance anticipates a slight decline in MFFO due to higher capex and the lack of one-time benefits, but the dividend remains safe with a 77% payout ratio.

Apple faces challenges from President Donald Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods. A US 20% tariff on goods from China threatens Apple's vast supply chain in the country.

The markets are extending yesterday’s tariff-induced sell-off, with all three of the major stock market indices trading deep in the red. The Nasdaq Composite is teetering on correction territory and is only 0.5% away as the tech slump continues. The Trump tariffs are now in effect, including a hefty 25% on Mexico and Canada as well as 20% on China imports. Corporate America is responding amid expectations of retaliatory tariffs that will cut into profits. Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE: TSM) is bucking the downward trend because it has committed to investing $100 billion in the U.S. on top of its previous commitment of $65 billion in a bid to sidestep tariffs. In a press conference with President Trump, Taiwan Semi CEO C.C. Wei said the company is “producing the most advanced chip made on U.S. soil” in Arizona, where it intends to build another three factories to create the world’s most powerful chips. TSM’s gains are failing to lift broader sentiment, with each of the Magnificent 7 stocks under pressure with the exception of Apple (Nasdaq: AAPL), which is posting fractional gains. Yesterday, Apple CEO Tim Cook teased “something in the Air” that is coming this week. The gold price has been benefiting from the tariff fears and weaker U.S. dollar as investors seek out a hedge of protection asset. The gold price is trading at $2,920 per ounce today. Here’s a look at the performance as of morning trading: Dow Jones Industrial Average: Down 636.35 (-1.4%) Nasdaq Composite: Down 315.06 (-1.68%) S&P 500: Down 92.68 (-1.58%) Key Points Stocks are in freefall as the Trump tariffs take effect. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite is encroaching on correction territory. Taiwan Semi is up on a robust spending plan the CEO outlined for the U.S. market. Market Movers Goldman Sachs has introduced the Goldman Sachs U.S. Large Cap Buffer 3 ETF (GBXC), its latest in a series of funds that are designed to provide downside protection to investors in the current uncertain climate. The buffer fund, as it’s known, will be reset on a quarterly basis and is designed to protect investors against losses between 5% and 15% in the corresponding S&P 500 ETF. Consumer stocks like Hershey (NYSE: HSY), McDonald’s (NYSE: MCD) and PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP) are all gaining ground as investors shift to a risk-off appetite. Tesla (Nasdaq: TSLA) is spiraling nearly 8% on the day as it continues its whipsaw performance of late. Weak China sales are to blame, as the company’s China-manufactured vehicle sales drop to their lowest level in three years. Tesla’s performance is the result of China’s EV pricing wars that have come as a result of heightened competition in the country. The post Live Nasdaq Coverage: Nasdaq Composite Eyes Correction, TSM Bucks Downward Trend appeared first on 24/7 Wall St..

Apple on Wednesday unveiled new MacBook Air models, which runs on its AI-focused M4 chip enabling Apple Intelligence features, as it looks to persuade customers to upgrade their devices and spur sales.

Apple announced new MacBook Air models that update the company's bestselling laptop with a faster M4 chip and an upgraded videoconferencing camera. The computers also got a $100 price cut in the U.S., despite tariffs by President Donald Trump that took effect on Tuesday that experts have said could cause the price of electronics to rise.

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 5, 2025 / Sidoti Events, LLC ("Sidoti Events"), an affiliate of Sidoti & Company, LLC, along with Stocktwits, the world's leading social network for investors and traders, announced a strategic partnership involving Sidoti Events' virtual conferences. This collaboration aims to enhance Sidoti Event's extensive conference outreach and marketing services through: Enhanced Distribution: Presenting companies at Sidoti Events' conferences will have their presentations livestreamed on the Stocktwits site, making it available to Stocktwits 10 million registered users.

Achieving alpha can be done with less risk by focusing on these two dividend-paying option ETFs. These index-linked ETFs avoid speculation. JEPQ and GPIX are recommended as core positions due to their income generation and resilience during market declines, despite capping upside potential. Option ETFs benefit from market volatility by collecting higher premiums, which are distributed as dividends, making them ideal in current uncertain markets.

Technology stocks like Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) have increased by severalfold over the last decade -- helping drive the S&P 500 (^GSPC -1.22%) to new heights. But year to date, tech has been one of the worst-performing stock market sectors.

Apple is challenging a U.K. Government data access order in the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT), the Financial Times reports. The order targeted iCloud backups that are protected by end-to-end encryption.

The Apple stock price has done well in the past decades, transforming it into the biggest company in the world with a market cap of over $3.54 trillion. It has risen by over 38% in the last twelve months, beating several companies in the Magnificent 7.

Qualcomm announced the X85, its latest high-end modem. It has taken some time for Apple to release its first modem and it did so quietly with the launch of the iPhone 16e last month.

Lo Toney, Plexo Capital founding managing partner, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the tariff impact on Apple.

Apple's newest product isn't what everyone expected.

Brian Belski, Chief Investment Strategist at BMO Capital Markets, joins 'Halftime Report' to explain why he's still overweight Apple despite the 20% China Tariffs taking effect.

Apple has appealed against a British government order to create a "back door" in its most secure cloud storage systems, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday citing people familiar with the matter.

BlackRock is an interesting case study as I sold it for a nice profit even though the company's investment thesis is still intact. However, some metrics aren't as strong as before. I have a Telus position in one of my other portfolios. I've actively monitored its cash flow metrics. Brookfield Renewable reported another solid quarter with FFO per unit up 21%. The company's hydroelectric, wind, solar, and distributed energy businesses all contributed positively despite weaker North American hydrology affecting hydroelectric generation.

If you want to invest your money in stocks but do not know how to pick the right stocks, you are not alone. Many retail investors have the money but are not sure how to get started in the stock market. With thousands of companies and stocks to choose from, it is natural to get confused. Fortunately, there are exchange-traded funds or ETFs that can help you with the task. These funds invest in individual stocks and help achieve diversification. All you need to do is choose an ETF that works with your risk appetite and investment goals. Growing market volatility has led several investors towards ETFs and the global ETF industry saw an inflow of $1.45 trillion in 2024. If you are ready to invest in ETFs, here are three ETFs to buy in March. Key points in this article: Investors are playing safe and looking for ETFs to park their money. Besides providing immediate diversification, ETFs also generate steady returns. If you are looking for individual stocks instead of an ETF, get your hands on our “The Next Nvidia” stocks, it has one stock with 10X potential. Vanguard S&P 500 ETF If you want a safe way to ride the stock market, consider the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:VOO). With a low expense ratio, it is one of the best ways to invest in the top U.S. companies. As of writing, VOO is trading at $546 and is close to the 52-week high of $563. It has generated 15% returns in a year and over 100% returns in five years. It holds 505 stocks and allocates 30% of the funds into the information technology sector, followed by 14% in the financial sector and 11% in the consumer discretionary industry. One good reason to invest in the ETF is that it follows the S&P 500 and you will be able to own a piece of the top companies without having to pick them individually. Some of the fund’s top holdings include Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL), Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), and Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT), the four stalwarts leading the tech industry. It has an expense ratio of only 0.03% and the Assets Under Management are $498.5 billion. While it offers diversification to your portfolio, it is heavily dependent on the tech industry for majority gains. Hence, if you are optimistic about the growth of the tech sector, this is an ideal ETF to own. As long as the tech sector continues to post gains, VOO will keep soaring. Invesco QQQ The Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:QQQ) is ideal for investors who want higher exposure to the tech sector. It follows the Nasdaq 100 and has an expense ratio of 0.15%. At the time of writing, QQQ is up 14% in the year and 146% in the past five years. Its NAV is $508 and is lower than the 52-week high of $540. Since its launch in 1999, the fund has shown strong performance and generated +443.43% higher returns than the S&P 500. The Assets Under Management (AUM) of the fund is $171.86 billion. QQQ offers high exposure to the Magnificent Seven and allows you to own some of the most popular stocks. Its biggest holdings include Microsoft Corporation, Apple Inc., and NVIDIA, the three tech giants driving the market today. Over 50% of the fund’s holdings are in the tech sector followed by the consumer discretionary. Notably, the fund also owns stocks in different industries and has some long-term winners like Palantir (NASDAQ:PLTR). Airbnb Inc (NASDAQ:ABNB) and Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ: COST). The solid diversification of the fund ensures that it stands strong when volatility hits the tech industry. Invesco QQQ is ideal for low-risk investors who seek steady growth and steady income. While it offers exposure to the technology sector, it maintains a strong balance in its total holdings. ARK Fintech Innovation ETF Cathie Wood’s ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (NASDAQ: ARKF) focuses on companies that are transforming the financial sector through digital assets, blockchain, and mobile payments. It has an expense ratio of 0.75% and an NAV of $38.07. The fund has generated 31% returns in the year and 54% in the past five years. I believe the fintech industry is going through a solid transition and some of the biggest companies like Coinbase and Shopify will lead the change. There is optimism about the future of fintech and this ETF will help investors make the most of it. The fund allocation includes 39% in the technology sector followed by 28% in the financial services sector and 18% in communication services. The fund’s top three holdings include Shopify Inc (NYSE:SHOP), Coinbase Global Inc (COIN), and Robinhood Markets Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD). These three stocks are on a rally and have impressed the market with stellar financials. However, there is one risk associated with the ETF, if the financial sector falls, the returns will drop. However, the current situation suggests that the fintech sector is poised for growth. The fund has a low NAV, making it a strong buy at the current level. It is down from the 52-week high of $44. If you are someone who follows Cathie Wood’s investment decisions and is optimistic about the financial sector, this ETF is an exciting buy for the month. The post The 3 Best ETFs to Buy in March appeared first on 24/7 Wall St..

It’s probably going to be a long time before Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has a chance to split again. With shares back in bear market territory, the name may be at risk of falling back to the double-digits in short order. While such steep drops are nothing all too uncommon for the GPU juggernaut, this bear market dip does feel a bit more unnerving, thanks primarily to DeepSeek. While Nvidia is still the undisputed champ in AI GPUs, the trillion-dollar question is what happens when the next DeepSeek pops up. Undoubtedly, we seem to be trending towards lower-cost AI models and more those that can be run entirely on the edge. While models only stand to get cheaper and more portable with time, I still think the race on the high-end is still on. For instance, OpenAI recently delayed its launch of GPT-4.5, citing a GPU shortage as the reason for this. Key Points Nvidia stock is on the retreat. Yet, analysts are still sticking with the name as the firm readies its next-gen GPU. Nvidia made early investors rich, but there is a new class of ‘Next Nvidia Stocks’ that could be even better. Click here to learn more. OpenAI’s GPU shortage suggests Nvidia’s best days may not be behind it While it’s unclear when progress on the high-end (every firm wants that number-one spot currently held by OpenAI) will begin to slow, I do think that the rise of agentic AI, reasoning models, and other power-hungry models (perhaps AGI in the future?) will grow ever power-hungry. Perhaps DeepSeek’s existence doesn’t pull the plug on the race on the very cutting edge. Either way, the Magnificent Seven are betting a lot to advance the effort on the high-end, including Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), which is slated to spend $500 billion in four years in an effort that could see the iPhone maker pull ahead (perhaps to the front) in this AI race. Either way, things are about to get interesting in the deep end of the AI waters. And despite big tech’s efforts to insource AI chips, we’re still likely a long way off from a climate that would see Nvidia GPUs experience demand that’s less than heated. For now, it’s DeepSeek, tariff tremors, fatigue in the AI trade and rising competitive threats that have some NVDA shareholders more than willing to throw in the towel. Analysts are sticking with the name Don’t expect analysts to downgrade the stock just because of a bit of volatility. If anything, some upgrades may be in order, given the added value in buying the name on weakness. On the high-end, the most bullish analyst sees $220.00 as a price target on the stock. That entails a 93% gain from current levels. Until more bears step forward (they’re a rare breed when it comes to Nvidia), I’d not shy away from the name on weakness, as it could prove a wise contrarian bet. A high-growth stock on the cheap? Ark Invest’s Cathie Wood isn’t one of the doubters. She still views Nvidia as a high-growth play despite the recent margin forecast that startled investors. As shares of the GPU juggernaut come in again, perhaps dip-buyers, like Wood, will have more of an opportunity to pounce. After the latest slide, NVDA stock goes for 28.2 times forward price-to-earnings (P/E) — that’s close to the cheapest it’s been all year. Only time will tell if Blackwell can reignite the stock. Indeed, there exists a scenario where DeepSeek and an efficiency boom is actually a boon for Nvidia as an increasing number of players (think startups and firms we haven’t heard about) look to buy their own picks and shovels to get in on the AI gold rush. Even if they don’t get the highest-quality picks and shovels, they can still unearth quite a bit of gold for themselves. Either way, I find it hard not to be more enticed by shares of NVDA now that they’re trading at forward P/E multiples that are lower than some rival Mag Seven members. Who knows? Nvidia may be a relative value option as investors turn on an AI trade that may still have legs. The post 1 Stock-Split AI Giant to Buy Before It Soars 93%, Says Wall Street Analyst appeared first on 24/7 Wall St..

CNBC's Steve Kovach breaks down the potential tariff impact on Apple.

CNBC's Steve Kovach joins ‘Squawk Box' with the latest news.

[00:00:04] Doug McIntyre: So Lee, Apple's made an interesting gamble.

Samsung will launch its extended reality headset this year, a spokesperson for the company told CNBC on Tuesday. The device, dubbed Project Moohan, is Samsung's answer to Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro, which was launched last year.

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Apple launched new versions of its mid-priced iPad Air on Tuesday, with an M3 chip and advanced artificial intelligence capabilities, as it looks to attract customers into upgrading their devices.

CNBC's Steve Kovach joins 'Squawk Box' with the latest news.

Warren Buffett, the chief executive officer (CEO) and chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, has turned notably bearish as of late.

Apple's services segment, with its high and expanding profit margins and potentially worth $2 trillion, is crucial to understanding the company's valuation. The iPhone segment, despite its revenue fluctuations, could account for $800 billion in market cap, further supporting Apple's $3.5 trillion valuation. AAPL is worth holding long-term; its valuation isn't exorbitant, but it could become more attractive in the case of a market correction.

Although the world has never seen a $5 trillion company, there is a competitive race between Apple (AAPL -1.57%) and Nvidia (NVDA -8.69%). Apple has a large lead with its $3.6 trillion market cap, but Nvidia isn't far behind with a $3 trillion market cap.

Apple (AAPL -1.57%) boasts one of the highest customer satisfaction ratings of any company.

The AI boom is just getting started. These 5 stocks are positioned to profit in an overlooked sector. Skip the hype—these undervalued stocks offer high yields and AI-driven growth for long-term investors.

As the trading day winds down and transitions into the after-hours period, Josh Lipton looks back on the session's biggest themes in today's Asking for a Trend. Edmunds Director of Insights Ivan Drury comes on the show to talk about the impact and ripple effect that President Trump's tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico will have on the US auto market.

Out of the countless institutional money managers on Wall Street, none garners more attention than Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A -1.27%) (BRK.B -0.73%) CEO Warren Buffett. In the 60 years the Oracle of Omaha has held the reins at Berkshire Hathaway, he's led his company's Class A shares (BRK.A) to a cumulative return of 6,231,887%, as of the end of February 2025.

The reshoring of manufacturing to North America is becoming a huge theme throughout corporate America. Whether their management teams are acting to avoid the impact of tariffs or because it makes sense to them on broader business and geopolitical levels, numerous companies recently made major announcements about their plans to invest domestically.

I track 50 high-quality dividend stocks, updating their valuations daily to identify Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, and Trim opportunities based on historical free cash flow trends. Today, I will highlight 9 new stocks from the list that appear to be attractively positioned. I will present 3 unique valuations for each of these stocks.

Today's fall was steady and modest until this afternoon, when it was announced +25% tariffs are indeed being levied onto our direct neighbors Canada and Mexico.

Another new product could be on the way from Apple. This one may not fit in your pocket.

Apple is planning something for "this week," according to CEO Tim Cook. His X post was concise, but it's a callback to the launch of the first MacBook Air.

Dow Jones tech titan Apple stock is approaching a buy point Monday, as it holds above a key support level. The post Dow Jones Tech Titan Apple Eyes Latest Buy Point appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.