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It's MarketBeat Monday and we're kicking off the week with a look at what's heating up in the market. Here are the trends and stories that deserve your attention. We'll cover: • This week's key catalysts and why they matter • Today's biggest movers and what's behind the action • Small-cap and high-momentum names on our radar • News, earnings, and events that could shake up the week Have a ticker you want covered? Drop it in the live chat, and we'll pull it up in real-time. View Bridget's Stock Ideas: https://www.marketbeat.com/bridget 🔔 Subscribe now to stay ahead of the market: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/youtube 📲 Text 'YouTube' to 68285 for FREE SMS breaking news alerts on top stocks. 📈 Get MarketBeat All Access FREE for 30 Days: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/access DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

When markets broaden, something has to give. BCA Research macro strategist Marko Papic joins Bridget Bennett to break down why 2026 could bring a major shift in market leadership and the three sectors he believes are positioned for the biggest moves next year. He explains the global political pressures already shaping the outlook and why early 2026 may feel very different from the second half. He also revisits his bold 2025 call and shares his new outlook for the S&P 500, including the risks, the surprises and the themes investors shouldn't ignore. Get more updates and insights from Marko here: https://www.geopoliticalalpha.com/marko-papic View our FREE report 7 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/nuclear #MarketOutlook #MacroStrategy #Investing2026 #MarkoPapic #BCAResearch #StockMarketInsights #GeopoliticsAndMarkets #EconomicTrends #SP500 #MarketBeat #FinancialNews #GlobalMarkets #InvestmentStrategy DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

Wild volatility has hit several AI infrastructure stocks this winter, with some names soaring more than 300% and others getting crushed just as fast. As Wall Street argues over whether the AI buildout is racing ahead or running off a cliff, the reality is simple: nobody knows the true value of these massive new data centers until the infrastructure actually exists. In this video, MarketBeat's Chris Markoch breaks down three AI infrastructure stocks worth watching over the next one to two years, the period he believes will define which companies become long-term winners in the AI backbone… and which ones were riding hype. You'll hear: • Why demand for AI data centers is still an unanswered question • What's driving the extreme price swings in this sector • How long-term contracts, energy needs and cooling tech factor into the investment case • Why the next few years are the real opportunity window for these stocks If you're trying to understand where the real money may be in the AI buildout (beyond the obvious mega-cap names), this breakdown is a great place to start. Applied Digital Breakout Is Only the Beginning: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/apld View Bridget's Buys Here: https://www.marketbeat.com/bridget 📲 Text 'YouTube' to 68285 for FREE SMS breaking news alerts on top stocks. #AIInvesting #AIStocks #TechStocks #AIInfrastructure #StockMarketNews #MarketBeat #InvestingTips #DataCenters #APLD #IREN #VRT #LongTermInvesting #HighGrowthStocks #InvestorEducation #StockAnalysis DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

Robotics might be the next trillion-dollar technology wave… but the smartest opportunities aren't where most investors are looking. Engineering expert Kuran from the @FinTek channel joins to reveal three overlooked areas of robotics that could reshape everything from warehouses to home technology to global manufacturing. And the companies positioned to win in these spaces might surprise you. Kuran breaks down the engineering behind the hype, what's real versus what's smoke and mirrors, and why robotics may follow a completely different growth path than AI. If you're wondering where the next "big wave" of tech could come from, this conversation will give you a very different perspective. FREE REPORT 7 Stocks That Could Be Bigger Than Tesla, Nvidia and Google: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/bigger Which Stock made Bridget's Buys Watchlist? Find out here: https://marketbeat.com/bridget 📲 Text 'YouTube' to 68285 for FREE SMS breaking news alerts on top stocks. #Robotics #RoboticsInvesting #TechStocks #FutureOfTech #Automation #AIStocks #EmergingTech #Investing2025 #EngineeringInsights #MarketBeat #FinTek #Innovation #StockMarket #LogisticsTech #IndustrialRobotics #SoftwareStocks #AutomationRevolution #NextBigThing #TechTrends #InvestingIdeas DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

AI stocks have been unstoppable — but can this rally really last? 💥 📊 Get Dan Ferris's latest report on how to invest safely in the AI era: https://marketbeat.com/y/ferris Stansberry Research's Dan Ferris joins Bridget Bennett to break down the volatility behind the AI boom, why it rhymes with the dot-com era, and what smart investors should do now to profit from the innovation without getting burned. From tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, and Alphabet to the overlooked plays powering the AI revolution, Dan explains how to prepare for the next wave — and the inevitable pullbacks that come with it. 🔔 Subscribe now to stay ahead of the market: https://marketbeat.com/y/youtube 📲 Text 'YouTube' to 68285 for FREE SMS breaking news alerts on top stocks. 📈 Get MarketBeat All Access FREE for 30 Days: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/access DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

Wall Street is upgrading AI leaders at a rapid pace, and this month's most-upgraded list is packed with big tech. In this episode, MarketBeat analyst Thomas Hughes breaks down the five most-upgraded stocks for December and what their surge in positive analyst revisions could mean for the AI trade going into 2026. These are not small speculative names. They are blue chip tech giants central to AI infrastructure, cloud growth, semiconductors, and cybersecurity. And the takeaway is simple: analysts are not backing off AI. If anything, sentiment is strengthening. We start at number five and count down to the most-upgraded stock on the market right now, covering what's driving the upgrades, where price targets are moving, and how much upside analysts see ahead. Check out our free report, Top 10 Best AI Stocks to Invest in for 2026: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/ai View Bridget's Buys: https://www.marketbeat.com/bridget #ArtificialIntelligence #AITrade #SemiconductorStocks #CloudComputing #CybersecurityStocks #GrowthStocks #StockPicks #PriceTargets #EarningsSeason #BlueChipStocks #LargeCapStocks #S&P500 #TechRally #MarketNews #longterminvesting DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

November was a tough month for obscure small-cap stocks, but the ultimate insiders still landed some huge gains even as the rest of the market sank. Members of Congress scored big on a few little-known names — while others took major hits. We break down six obscure congressional trades that outperformed a down month… and three that went the other direction. Plus, see what made her paper-trading watch list in this week's Bridget's Buys: https://www.marketbeat.com/bridget 🎥 Dig into the MarketBeat Congressional Trades Screener to spot unusual buying, surprising moves, and potential ideas worth researching for yourself: https://www.marketbeat.com/congress-stock-trades/ Get the FREE List of the Top 5 Underrated Dividend Stock with Strong Potential: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/dividend 🔔 Subscribe now to stay ahead of the market: https://marketbeat.com/y/youtube 📲 Text 'YouTube' to 68285 for FREE SMS breaking news alerts on top stocks. 📈 Get MarketBeat All Access FREE for 30 Days: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/access #StocksToBuy #stockpicks #investingtips #investingvideos #CongressionalTrades #SmallCapStocks #InsiderTradingData #MarketBeat #BridgetsBuys #LCI #LGIHomes #WhiteMountains #AlexandriaRealEstate #NewellBrands #SMCY #GoldStocks #JuniorMiners #StockMarketNews #Investing #Trading #MarketUpdate #ETFInvesting #DividendStocks #HousingMarket #RVStocks #REITs #InsuranceStocks #ConsumerStocks #PaperTrading #StockIdeas #MarketAnalysis #StockResearch #ValueInvesting #GrowthInvesting #ETFs #OptionsTrading #CoveredCalls #TopStocks #WallStreet #FinanceNews #StockAlerts #Economy #PortfolioIdeas #NewInvestors #LongTermInvesting #StockMarketEducation DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

The Rare Earth sector has been crushed in recent weeks — but could a recovery be building beneath the surface? Today, Jeffrey Neal Johnson breaks down the geopolitical triggers behind the volatility and walks through three U.S.-focused mining companies working to build a domestic magnet-dirt supply chain. Which Rare Earth Stock made Bridget's Buys Watchlist? Find out here: https://marketbeat.com/bridget 📄 Check Out Our FREE Article with a list of 5 AI Infrastructure and Energy ETFs: https://marketbeat.com/y/etf 🔔 Subscribe now to stay ahead of the market: https://marketbeat.com/y/youtube 📲 Text 'YouTube' to 68285 for FREE SMS breaking news alerts on top stocks. 📈 Get MarketBeat All Access FREE for 30 Days: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/access DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

MarketBeat Mondays is live at 4PM ET with host Bridget Bennett and analysts Thomas Hughes and Chris Markoch. We break down the close and set up the week so you know what matters next. We'll cover: • This week's key catalysts and why they matter • Today's biggest movers and what's behind the action • Small-cap and high-momentum names on our radar • News, earnings, and events that could shake up the week Have a ticker you want covered? Drop it in the live chat, and we'll pull it up in real-time. View Bridget's Stock Ideas: https://www.marketbeat.com/bridget 🔔 Subscribe now to stay ahead of the market: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/youtube 📲 Text 'YouTube' to 68285 for FREE SMS breaking news alerts on top stocks. 📈 Get MarketBeat All Access FREE for 30 Days: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/access DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.

The Rare Earth sector has been crushed in recent weeks — but could a recovery be building beneath the surface? Today, Jeffrey Neal Johnson breaks down the geopolitical triggers behind the volatility and walks through three U.S.-focused mining companies working to build a domestic magnet-dirt supply chain. Which Rare Earth Stock made Bridget's Buys Watchlist? Find out here: https://marketbeat.com/bridget 📄 Check Out Our FREE Article with a list of 5 AI Infrastructure and Energy ETFs: https://marketbeat.com/y/etf 🔔 Subscribe now to stay ahead of the market: https://marketbeat.com/y/youtube 📲 Text 'YouTube' to 68285 for FREE SMS breaking news alerts on top stocks. 📈 Get MarketBeat All Access FREE for 30 Days: https://www.marketbeat.com/y/access DISCLAIMER: MarketBeat's videos are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not registered investment advisers, and nothing herein is a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security or strategy. Investing involves risk—including the potential loss of principal—so always perform your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before acting. All opinions are those of the presenters and may change without notice. Presenters and MarketBeat personnel may own or trade the securities discussed. Past performance is not indicative of future results; any examples or case studies shown are illustrative and not typical. Some links or promotions mentioned may be affiliate partnerships that compensate MarketBeat at no additional cost to you. MarketBeat and its representatives accept no liability for any losses arising from reliance on this content.