The Trump administration has been preparing for months for the possibility that the U.S. Supreme court would rule against the president and developed contingency plans as a result, as per a report from NYT.
Market swings can be tough to stomach, and volatile stocks often experience exaggerated moves in both directions.
While many thrive during risk-on environments, many also struggle to maintain investor confidence when the ride gets bumpy.
NEW YORK — Shares of The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT) surged to a new all-time high on Thursday, February 19, 2026, as investors rallied behind the media giant following a high-profile endorsement from one of the world's most disciplined value investors. The stock reached a peak of $77.00
Volatility cuts both ways - while it creates opportunities, it also increases risk, making sharp declines just as likely as big gains.
This unpredictability can shake out even the most experienced investors.
As of February 18, 2026, the digital advertising landscape has undergone its most radical transformation since the invention of the search engine. Generative AI (GenAI) has transitioned from a experimental tool for copywriters to the core operating system of the global ad market. Major tech platforms have moved toward "Goal-Only"
New York Times stock pushes up as Berkshire Hathaway announces a sizable stake in the mass media firm. But should you follow suit and invest in NYT shares today?
Wall Street’s primary measure of market anxiety, the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), surged to a fresh year-to-date high of 22.96 on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The spike sent a clear signal through global markets: the period of relative calm enjoyed by technology-led indices is under serious threat. As
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how consumer discretionary - media stocks fared in Q4, starting with The New York Times (NYSE:NYT).
As of February 16, 2026, the financial markets are witnessing one of the most dramatic mid-cap turnarounds in recent memory. Fastly, Inc. (NYSE: FSLY) has surged nearly 100% in the first two weeks of the month, reclaiming its status as a high-growth darling after years of underperformance. Once written off as a "broken" growth story [...]
Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages.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.
The New York Times’ fourth quarter was shaped by strong digital subscription and advertising momentum, but the market responded negatively, reflecting investor concerns about margins and cost trends. Management attributed revenue growth to robust subscriber engagement and a surge in digital advertising, particularly as new products and ad supply drove marketer demand. CEO Meredith Kopit Levien highlighted that “every part of our portfolio contributed,” with products like games, The Athletic, and Cooking helping expand the company’s reach. However, higher operating costs—mainly linked to incentive compensation from financial outperformance and stepped-up video production—drew scrutiny. CFO Will Bardeen acknowledged that expenses exceeded prior guidance, emphasizing the company’s ongoing investments in journalism and digital product experiences.
As the Q4 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the media industry, including Scholastic (NASDAQ:SCHL) and its peers.
