PDD Holdings (PDD), the parent company of China’s popular e-commerce platform Pinduoduo, recently released its latest quarterly earnings report, delivering a set of mixed results that have left investors questioning the company’s future outlook. While PDD exceeded expectations for earnings-per-share (EPS), it fell short of revenue projections, causing some uncertainty about its growth trajectory. Strong…
Intel (INTC) has recently seen an increase in institutional support, despite facing a wave of analyst downgrades and mixed sentiments surrounding its performance. The tech giant, once a leader in semiconductor manufacturing, is navigating a challenging period under new leadership. Still, some institutional investors are showing confidence in Intel’s long-term transformation and prospects. Institutional Backing…
iQIYI (IQ), China’s leading streaming platform, has seen a surge in institutional support, as hedge funds and major investors increase their positions in the company, despite mixed analyst opinions. This growing interest comes at a time when iQIYI is navigating challenges within China’s competitive streaming market and facing regulatory hurdles. Institutional Investors Show Confidence in…
With the electric vehicle (EV) market rapidly gaining momentum, hedge funds are zeroing in on affordable EV stocks that could yield massive returns. As traditional automotive giants pivot towards electrification, several companies are being viewed as prime investment opportunities. Among them is Ford, a legacy automaker that’s betting heavily on electric vehicles. But how does…
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) has long been a giant in the world of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI), gaining attention for its work with government agencies and large corporations. But with the rapid evolution of the AI industry, many investors are now asking: Is Palantir at a turning point? From Government Contractor to AI Innovator…
D-Wave Quantum Inc. is making headlines for its impressive claims around quantum computing, but as excitement grows, some are asking if the company’s rapid rise is grounded in true technological progress—or if it’s simply another case of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). While quantum computing has long been hailed as the future of tech, the…
Oil prices increased, erasing previous losses, as a projected increase in US oil stocks was overshadowed by anticipation that OPEC+ will continue production restrictions. West Texas Intermediate rose about 1% to trade above $79 per barrel after previous gains this week fueled by indications of resilience in physical markets. The American Petroleum Institute, which is…
Copper surged beyond its important benchmark of $10,000 per ton following weeks of global trade disruption caused by President Donald Trump’s call for tariffs on the critical industrial metal. Last, Trumpp directed the US Commerce Department to examine US copper imports as a potential preliminary step towards slapping tariffs. Since then, US prices have skyrocketed,…
President Donald Trump claimed that the Federal Reserve should decrease interest rates, diverging from the US Central Bank, as experts assess the economic impact of his trade campaign. “The Fed would be MUCH better off CUTTING RATES as US tariffs begin to transition (ease!) into the economy,” Trump said on Truth Social. “Do the correct…
Gold prices remained stable on Thursday after reaching a new high earlier in the session, fueled by the Federal Reserve’s suggestion that the potential interest rate would decrease later this year and geopolitical and economic uncertainties, which fueled safe-haven demand for the metal. Spot gold remained steady at $3,044.44 per ounce after reaching a record…