Large-cap stocks usually command their industries because they have the scale to drive market trends.
The flip side though is that their sheer size can limit growth as expanding further becomes an increasingly challenging task.
Synopsys (NASDAQ: SNPS), a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP, is embarking on a significant strategic review process that includes a planned 10% global headcount reduction by the end of fiscal year 2026. This comprehensive initiative, announced amidst recent financial headwinds and the integration of its
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivered dovish remarks at the much-awaited Jackson Hole symposium. Powell suggested that with inflation risks moderating and unemployment remaining low, the Federal Reserve might consider a shift in its monetary policy stance, including potential interest rate cuts. This outlook eased market concerns about prolonged high interest rates and their impact on economic growth. The prospect of lower borrowing costs bolstered investor confidence, particularly in sectors that have lagged, leading to a broad rally across the market.
Electronic measurement provider Keysight (NYSE:KEYS) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 11.1% year on year to $1.35 billion. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $1.38 billion at the midpoint, 0.7% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.72 per share was 2.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Electronic measurement provider Keysight (NYSE:KEYS) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 11.1% year on year to $1.35 billion. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $1.38 billion at the midpoint, 0.7% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.72 per share was 2.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
