2 Software Stocks to Buy Before the Anthropic IPO

Anthropic, the developer of Claude AI models, has filed for an IPO after raising $65 billion. Rather than waiting for the IPO, investors can gain exposure to Anthropic's growth through Salesforce and Zoom, which hold significant equity stakes and have integrated Claude into their core platforms. Both companies benefit from Anthropic's advancements through improved product capabilities, stronger user engagement, and opportunities to upsell premium features.

06/05/2026, 3:28 AM • The Motley Fool

Want to Invest in Anthropic? Here's the Sneaky Stock to Buy.

Anthropic, a rapidly growing AI company, is preparing for an IPO at a valuation over $900 billion. While direct investment isn't yet possible, Zoom Communications offers indirect exposure through its $1.27 billion stake in Anthropic (valued at over $3 billion at current valuations). Zoom's core business is also showing growth with improving enterprise metrics and strong cash generation.

05/26/2026, 2:21 PM • The Motley Fool

Tropic Launches New Intelligence Hub and Brings Its Procurement Data Inside ChatGPT

Tropic launched the Intelligence Hub, a free resource providing proprietary spend intelligence and negotiation data from $21B+ in managed spend, alongside a ChatGPT app integration. The platform reveals that AI-native vendors are gaining significant market share with 131% NDR in April 2026, while legacy SaaS providers are losing ground, particularly in the SMB segment where AI-native spending grew 82% year-over-year.

05/22/2026, 12:54 PM • GlobeNewswire

S&P 500 Rally Defies Weak Sentiment and Hawkish Fed Signals

The S&P 500 rallied to new highs despite record-low consumer sentiment, hawkish Fed signals, and geopolitical tensions. The market is experiencing a broad rotation from mega-cap AI stocks to semiconductor suppliers, quantum computing names, and space-launch companies. Quantum computing stocks surged following a $2 billion Commerce Department investment, while chip suppliers and AI infrastructure plays outperformed. Yields retreated from recent highs, providing relief to equity multiples and enabling the rally to extend.

05/22/2026, 12:04 PM • Investing

Dow Jones Hits Record Highs, DELL Jumps 15%: Stock Market Today

U.S. stocks reached record highs on Friday with the Dow Jones Industrial Average surpassing 50,610, driven by a powerful AI-led rally in semiconductor and PC stocks. Dell Technologies surged 15% to a record high following Morgan Stanley's price target increase citing a $43 billion AI server backlog. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 are on track for their eighth consecutive weekly gain, though consumer sentiment hit a record low amid rising inflation expectations and geopolitical tensions affecting oil prices.

05/22/2026, 11:27 AM • Benzinga

This Software Stock Looks Like an Incredible Value After Its Post-Earnings Sell-Off

Zoom Communications stock fell 15% after missing Q4 earnings expectations and providing a weaker 2027 outlook, but the sell-off presents a buying opportunity. Despite AI competition concerns, Zoom's strong network effects, steady enterprise growth, and AI investments position it well. Trading at just 13x adjusted earnings with $7.8B in cash and $1.8B in annual free cash flow, the stock appears undervalued for patient investors.

03/13/2026, 7:25 AM • The Motley Fool

Top Strategist Says Investors Are Overlooking Europe's 'Kill Switch' For US Tech— What It Means For Zoom, Microsoft, Cisco

Matthew Tuttle, CEO of Tuttle Capital Management, warns that investors are underestimating Europe's shift toward digital sovereignty and away from U.S. technology platforms. France has already pushed state employees to stop using Zoom, while Germany is transitioning public operations away from Microsoft infrastructure. This growing trend toward European alternatives could significantly impact major U.S. tech companies' European operations.

02/03/2026, 4:46 AM • Benzinga

CallTower Wins 2025 BIG Awards for Business for Operator Connect for Microsoft Teams

CallTower's Operator Connect for Microsoft Teams won the 2025 BIG Awards for Business, recognizing its innovation in global voice enablement. The solution offers enterprises seamless Teams calling with direct connections to Microsoft, premium support, and automation tools. CallTower integrates with advanced contact center solutions including Five9, Genesys, and Cisco Webex Contact Center.

01/06/2026, 3:05 AM • GlobeNewswire

Is Zoom an Undervalued Stock to Buy Right Now?

Zoom reported quarterly financial results that positively impacted its stock price, though the company is still working to convince investors of its continued success post-pandemic.

12/01/2025, 9:11 AM • The Motley Fool

Stock Market Today: S&P 500 Future Rise, Dow Slips Amid Mixed Trade— Dell Technologies, HP, Alphabet In Focus (UPDATED)

U.S. stock futures declined on Tuesday following Monday's gains, with key focus on earnings reports from tech and computer companies. The market anticipates potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and remains optimistic about AI-driven productivity.

11/25/2025, 8:17 AM • Benzinga

Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Slip After Monday's Rally—Dell Technologies, HP, Alphabet In Focus

U.S. stock futures declined on Tuesday following Monday's gains, with key focus on earnings reports from tech and computer companies. The market anticipates potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and remains optimistic about AI-driven productivity.

11/25/2025, 5:06 AM • Benzinga

Stock Market Today: Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Gain Amid December Rate Cut Possibility — Pony AI, Alphabet, Zoom In Focus (UPDATED)

U.S. stock futures rose on Monday with optimism about a potential December interest rate cut. Investors are awaiting earnings from several tech and industrial companies while monitoring potential economic shifts.

11/24/2025, 8:25 AM • Benzinga

Jabra Expands Meeting Room Portfolio with the Launch of Jabra Scheduler

Jabra introduces a new touchscreen scheduling panel that helps organizations manage meeting room bookings, reduce conflicts, and optimize space utilization across Microsoft Teams and Zoom Rooms platforms.

11/05/2025, 6:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Why Figma's Stock Lost 26% Last Month

Figma's stock dropped 26.2% in September 2025, following a 39% decline in August after its IPO. Despite steep losses, the stock remains above its initial $33 price, trading near $52, with investors adjusting expectations after the dramatic first-day price surge.

10/02/2025, 4:35 PM • The Motley Fool

Productboard Unveils Productboard Spark: Specialized AI to Supercharge Product Managers

Productboard introduced Productboard Spark, an AI-powered product management platform designed to help product managers streamline workflows, enhance strategic decision-making, and accelerate product development through context-aware AI technology.

10/02/2025, 3:00 PM • GlobeNewswire