Novo Nordisk A/S

Eli Lilly and Company

Even the most pessimistic analysts did not expect such a weak forecast, noted the investment firm ArthaScope

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Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

The company is competing with Nvidia for the AI chip market, but so far has only wrested a small share, CNBC writes

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NVIDIA Corporation

Microsoft Corporation

Meta Platforms, Inc.

The main U.S. stock indices collapsed at the end of trading on Tuesday, February 3. At the same time, the technological Nasdaq Composite suffered the most, it lost almost 1.5%. Investors reallocated capital from technology stocks to securities, which are more related to the improvement of the economy, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/02/stock-market-today-live-updates.html">explains </a>CNBC. The main pressure on the market was exerted by players that traders consider vulnerable amid the widespread introduction of artificial intelligence, Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-03/us-stocks-teeter-on-edge-of-record-as-palantir-earnings-shine?embedded-checkout=true">points out </a>. These are mainly software developers.

The Nasdaq Composite fell 1.4 percent. Why did investors get rid of technology stocks?

Tesla, Inc.

A full consolidation of assets such as SpaceX and Tesla faces the problem of the companies' value mismatch, analysts say

Wedbush has allowed SpaceX and Tesla to merge within 12-18 months. Why would Musk want to do that?

Critical Metals Corp.

USA Rare Earth, Inc.

MP Materials Corp.

The rally in the sector began thanks to Trump's decision to create a strategic rare earth metals stockpile

EU to offer US partnership on critical minerals. Which companies' stocks are rising?

Pfizer Inc.

Pharma giant's shares were down 5% in trading on February 3

Pfizer reveals data on obesity drug. Why are analysts and the market disappointed?

The Walt Disney Company

Josh D'Amaro will take over for Bob Eiger in March

Disney has chosen a new CEO. He increased revenue in his division to a record high

Walmart Inc.

The largest US retailer is 2.5 times cheaper than the main marketplace - Amazon

Walmart's capitalization exceeded $1 trillion for the first time

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M-tron Industries, Inc.

Espey Mfg. & Electronics Corp.

NioCorp Developments Ltd.

Western Copper and Gold Corporation

In the autumn, Freedom Broker analysts <a href="https://en.oninvest.com/article/freedom-picks-five-small-caps-two-strategies-as-market-enters-goldilocks-mode">noted</a>&nbsp;that a Goldilocks mode had begun to take effect in the U.S. economy – a combination of steady growth, normalized inflation, and a labor market supported by a neutral-to-soft policy by the Fed. Under such conditions, two strategies remain the most logical and advisable: investing in dividend stocks amid falling rates or in growth stocks while business activity remains robust, according to Vadim Merkulov, director of research at Freedom Finance Global.

Two strategies, four small caps from Freedom for February and beyond

Liberty Latin America Ltd.

Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc.

Schrodinger, Inc.

Ramaco Resources, Inc.

Via Transportation

Alongside well known public companies, large investors also hold small positions in businesses with market capitalization of up to $2 billion. As a rule, these are targeted investments in infrastructure, real assets, or undervalued companies that have yet to attract broad market attention. Analyst Aldiyar Anuarbekov reviewed, for <i>Oninvest,&nbsp;</i>which small caps leading investment figures are backing.

Which small caps Buffett, Gates, and Ackman are betting on

Inuvo, Inc.

Shares of Inuvo, a small-cap provider of AI-based marketing technology, <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/INUV/">sank</a>&nbsp;more than 26% in early trading on Thursday, January 29, after the company released two pieces of news: a sharp year-over-year&nbsp;<a href="https://inuvo.com/inuvo-reports-unaudited-preliminary-fourth-quarter-2025-revenue-results/">decline</a>&nbsp;of 47%&nbsp;in fourth-quarter revenue, on preliminary numbers, and a <a href="https://inuvo.com/inuvo-appoints-rob-buchner-as-chairman-and-chief-executive-officer/">change at CEO</a>.

Shares of AI ad company Inuvo sink 26% on preliminary 4Q plunge in revenue

Getty Realty Corp.

DiamondRock Hospitality Company

Addus HomeCare Corporation

Envista Holdings Corporation

Waystar Holding Corp.

Doximity, Inc.

Boot Barn Holdings, Inc.

Boyd Gaming Corporation

BILL Holdings, Inc.

ESAB Corporation

BofA Securities has <a href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/10-small-cap-stocks-poised-to-break-out-11afcafe?mod=RTA">identified</a>&nbsp;10 small- and mid-cap companies that investors should pay attention to as the segment tries to extend its recent rally. BofA screened for stocks that delivered better-than-expected earnings and sales in the third quarter, and for which its analysts’ fourth-quarter estimates exceed Wall Street consensus forecasts, <i>Barron's </i>reports.

BofA picks 10 smid-cap stocks that may beat Wall Street's 4Q expectations

Compass, Inc.

Anywhere Real Estate Inc.

Real estate broker Compass has evolved from a local startup into a company with a market capitalization of nearly $10 billion, offering a new approach to home sales based on the gradual release of listings from exclusive access into the open market. In January, Compass closed a merger with peer Anywhere Real Estate. The combined brokerage will control nearly 20% of U.S. home sales. Analysts believe the transaction could support Compass’ market position and share price, despite antitrust risks and persisting uncertainty around the housing market.

Real estate broker Compass closes Anywhere merger. What does this mean for the stock?

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