The Russell 2000 (^RUT) is packed with potential breakout stocks, thanks to its focus on smaller companies with high growth potential.
However, smaller size also means these businesses often lack the resilience and financial flexibility of large-cap firms, making careful selection crucial.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after confidence in the artificial intelligence market was renewed, pushing both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to new all-time intraday highs.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets pulled back as a report raised concerns about artificial intelligence demand and profitability.
Shares of data collaboration platform LiveRamp (NYSE:RAMP) jumped 2% in the afternoon session after the company announced a partnership with Publicis Groupe Middle East to accelerate the growth and adoption of commerce media. The collaboration combined LiveRamp's data technology with the scale of Publicis Groupe ME to advance commerce media solutions for brands across the Middle East. This partnership aimed to be at the forefront of how brands and retailers connect with customers. The joint effort also focused on making commerce media more accessible in the region through client education and helping to shape business plans, which was expected to benefit the entire ecosystem.
Stocks trading between $10 and $50 can be particularly interesting as they frequently represent businesses that have survived their early challenges.
However, investors should remain vigilant as some may still have unproven business models, leaving them vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of the broader market.
While megacaps dominate AI headlines, these nine smaller companies offer targeted exposure to edge computing, data infrastructure, and vertical AI applications at more reasonable valuations.
Software is rapidly reducing operating expenses for businesses. The undeniable tailwinds fueling SaaS companies have led to lofty valuation multiples historically,
but rich prices also make re-ratings harder and place a ceiling on returns -
over the past six months, the industry’s 13.3% gain has lagged the S&P 500 by 4.4 percentage points.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets pulled back, reversing early gains, as investor sentiment remained cautious despite a softer-than-expected inflation reading.
Value stocks typically trade at discounts to the broader market, offering patient investors the opportunity to buy businesses when they’re out of favor.
The key risk, however, is that these stocks are usually cheap for a reason – five cents for a piece of fruit may seem like a great deal until you find out it’s rotten.
Wall Street has set ambitious price targets for the stocks in this article.
While this suggests attractive upside potential, it’s important to remain skeptical because analysts face institutional pressures that can sometimes lead to overly optimistic forecasts.
Shares of data collaboration platform LiveRamp (NYSE:RAMP) jumped 3% in the afternoon session after the stock rose along with the broader market as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted at a potential interest rate cut. The move came as the broader market surged following comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the annual policy symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Powell signaled a potential shift in monetary policy, stating that current risk conditions "may warrant adjusting our policy stance," sparking hopes for an interest rate cut. This positive macroeconomic news fueled a significant rally across major indexes, including the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq.
Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages.
Just because a business is in the green today doesn’t mean it will thrive tomorrow.
A number of stocks fell in the morning session after markets pulled back as a hotter-than-expected wholesale inflation report for July dampened hopes for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI), a key measure of wholesale inflation, rose 0.9% month-over-month in July, far exceeding the 0.2% increase that economists had predicted. Annually, prices at the wholesale level jumped 3.3%, also surpassing the 2.5% forecast. This hotter-than-expected data has poured cold water on widespread expectations for an interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve next month. Persistent inflation makes it less likely for the central bank to ease monetary policy. Sectors with high-growth stocks, such as SaaS, are particularly sensitive to interest rate changes, as the prospect of higher rates for longer can diminish the present value of their future earnings, leading to a decline in stock prices.
Advertising data platform LiveRamp (NYSE:RAMP) reported Q2 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 10.7% year on year to $194.8 million. Revenue guidance for the full year exceeded analysts’ estimates, but next quarter’s guidance of $197 million was less impressive, coming in 1.1% below expectations. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.44 per share was 4.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Advertising data platform LiveRamp (NYSE:RAMP) reported Q2 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 10.7% year on year to $194.8 million. Revenue guidance for the full year exceeded analysts’ estimates, but next quarter’s guidance of $197 million was less impressive, coming in 1.1% below expectations. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.44 per share was 4.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns.
Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.
Value stocks typically trade at discounts to the broader market, offering patient investors the opportunity to buy businesses when they’re out of favor.
The key risk, however, is that these stocks are usually cheap for a reason – five cents for a piece of fruit may seem like a great deal until you find out it’s rotten.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the Trump administration announced intentions to impose a 35% tariff on many goods imported from Canada.
