Technology names dominate today’s finance watchlist, with AAPL pushing toward new highs after announcing a $90B buyback. Forecast models suggest sustained bullish trends if consumer device sales remain strong in key emerging markets like India. However, stiff competition in key international markets and the potential for shifting regulations could quickly reshape the growth story for Futu Holdings. The metro area and bi-state region have a number of higher education options, allowing students to stay close to home. But a watchlist from the Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis shows that some campuses are facing financial issues. Finance watchlist currency analysis reveals a softer U.S. dollar index, aiding multinational earnings. Export-driven equities like DE and MMM could see margin boosts if FX trends persist into year-end.