Are US Cruise Stocks Setting Sail for an Upward Voyage in 2025? 2024 proved to be an outstanding year for U.S. cruise stocks, significantly catalyzed by the Federal Reserve's rate cuts which lightened the debt burden for cruise operators. This financial relief, coupled with a significant uptick in demand for cruise vacations, spurred substantial gains across the industry. Leading the pack, $Viking Holdings Ltd.(VIK)$ and $Royal Caribbean Cruises(RCL)$ experienced stock price increases of 83.58% and 78.99%, respectively. $Carnival(CCL)$ and
ORACLE REPORTEDLY IN TALKS TO ACQUIRE TIKTOK’S GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Oracle and a group of investors that includes Microsoft are in talks to take over TikTok’s global operations, reports NPR. The deal, which the White House is reportedly negotiating, would see ByteDance keeping a minority stake in TikTok while “the app’s algorithm, data collection and software updates will be overseen by Oracle.” Oracle’s $Oracle(ORCL)$ server network already provides the bulk of TikTok’s backbone, and under the deal, the company would “effectively monitor and provide oversight with what is going on with TikTok,” according to one of NPR’s anonymous sources, who added that the agreement’s goal is to “minimize Chinese ownership.” Microsoft’s $Microsoft(MSFT)$
Weekly | Netwealth Share Price Lifts on 2nd Quarter of 'Record Performance'
As of the close on Friday, $S&P/ASX 200(XJO.AU)$ closed at 8,408.90 on Friday, up 1.19% in the past 5 days.1. $HUB24 LTD(HUB.AU)$ +17.59%The Hub24 share price is up 17.59% to $77.07. Investors have been buying this investment platform provider's shares following the release of another strong quarterly update. Hub24 revealed that its platform funds under administration (FUA) increased 8% over the quarter to $98.9 billion. This represents a 36% increase on the prior corresponding period. Management advised that this was driven by record quarterly net inflows of $5.5 billion (up 23% on the prior corresponding period) and positive market movements of $1.8 billi
$TEM 20250417 45.0 CALL$ following the Pelosi trade, this one's looking promising. Hoping to bag this winner like a congressman. Anyone else caught this early enough?
$TIGR 20250124 7.0 CALL$ Sold a 0dte call on Tiger stock yesterday, whe selling options can rely on a premium strategy, I decided to try trading and rolling same day. Since my TA skills are still quite low. I simply relied on RSI and MACD to time my trades. I sold the call around the second peak of the day, then waited until it fell again to buy back the call and close my trades, taking profit. Now the amount is really small to play with, eventhough my P/L is decent the realised profit is small with a cheap 0dte option. I plan to use these baby steps to slowly build confidence until I have the net assets to start playing more expensive options. @Optionspuppy
$SPDR Portfolio S&P 1500 Composite Stock Market ETF(SPTM)$ 🔥💰 SPTM’s Glow Up, The ETF Flexing on 2025 💰🔥 Yo, Barcode was on fire 🔥🔥🔥 with this pick for my folio! $SPTM is up +14.92%, and it’s STILL flexing on the market. If you’re not in this yet, what are you even doing? Let me break it down for you, Why $SPTM Slaps So Hard • One Fund, 1,500 Stocks: We’re talking 1,500 bangers, big caps, mid caps, small caps, you’re not betting on one, you’re owning the whole squad, • Cheaper Than Your Coffee Addiction: Expense ratio, 0.03%, no joke, you’re investing for pennies and backing straight winners like tech and retail giants, • Set It and F
AMD Strikes Back: MI300X with DeepSeek-V3 Offers AI Performance at Half the Cost of Nvidia H100
The integration of DeepSeek-V3 on AMD's Instinct MI300X GPUs, priced between $10,000 and $15,000, indeed presents a cost-effective alternative to $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ Nvidia's H100, which can cost around $30,000 and upwards, and the even pricier GB200 chips. This price disparity, coupled with the optimized performance for AI inferencing due to the collaboration with DeepSeek and SGLang, positions $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ to potentially capture more market share in the AI server chip sector. Businesses looking to leverage AI technologies without the hefty price tag associated with Nvidia's offerings might find AMD's solution particularly appealing. This could be
In contrast, individual borrowers have shown resilience. Chinese households have become more prudent, with savings rising in recent years. Many individuals have even repaid their loans early, reflecting a cautious approach to managing uncertainty and mitigating risks in a weakened property market. Despite concerns around corporate real estate loans, these account for less than 5% of BOC’s total loan book. The bank has also made sufficient allowances for potential bad debts. This conservative approach has paid off—rather than a spike in non-performing loans (NPLs), BOC has reported a decline. Its ability to maintain asset quality while simultaneously growing revenue and loans underscores its operational strength and prudent management. Take Bank of China (BOC) as an example. I’ve marked the
This week, the Hong Kong stock market experienced a steady rise. The $HSI(HSI)$ climbed 2.5%, reclaiming the 20,000-point mark and closing at 20,066.19.Key Data and Market PerformanceOn Monday, Trump took the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States. Right from the start, he avoided tough rhetoric on China, expressing his willingness to visit China within his first 100 days in office and stating he would prefer not to impose more tariffs. This gives hope for improved China-US relations.On Thursday, six Chinese government departments jointly released a plan to encourage long-term capital inflows into the stock market. The policy targets large state-owned insurance companies, aiming for them to invest 30% of their new premiums in A-s
$Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$$Direxion Daily PLTR Bull 2X Shares(PLTU)$ 📉📈💹🚀 Is Palantir Technologies ($PLTR) Preparing for a Wave 5 Breakout? Saying it here first, folks, new ATH's all-time highs are within reach for $PLTR as it positions itself for a potential bullish Wave 5 breakout. Dynamic options data and robust technical indicators point to an imminent upward trajectory 📈💹🚀 🚨🔔 Market Updates As of 25Jan25, $PLTR is trading at $78.97, showing minor consolidation as it prepares for its next move. Pre-earnings momentum ahead of 03Feb25 could create tactical entry points for savvy traders. Technical Analysis 🔑 Key Indicators: • RSI (Relative Strength Index): Short-term RSI (6) is 32.
Tech Layoffs Continue: Is the Labor Market Cooling Down?
Tech companies are still cutting jobs at a rapid pace. After several high-profile layoffs in 2024, the trend continues into 2025. Microsoft( $Microsoft(MSFT)$ ), Google( $Alphabet(GOOG)$ ), and Meta( $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ ) recently announced workforce reductions totaling over 50,000 employees, citing economic uncertainty and the need to streamline operations. The unemployment rate for the tech sector is beginning to tick up, raising questions about the broader labor market. Key Updates Tech Industry Struggles: Tech layoffs in January alone crossed 70,000, with major firms contributing significantly. A focus on profitability and cost control amid rising i
Day Spotlight: Twilio - A Beacon in the SaaS Communication Sky
On Friday, January 24, 2025, Twilio Inc. ( $Twilio(TWLO)$ ) witnessed a remarkable one-day surge of 22% that caught many investors’ attention. This surge highlighted the company’s new strategic direction and robust performance, shaking the foundations of the Communication Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS) industry. But what's behind this stellar performance, and what does the future hold for Twilio? Let’s dive in. Behind the Surge: Profit Forecasts: Twilio announced an expected adjusted operating margin of 21% to 22% by 2027, exceeding Wall Street's consensus of 19.7%. Cash Flow Guidance: The company projected a robust free cash flow for 2025, between $825 million and $850 million, aligning with or surpassing expectations. Preliminary Q4 Results: Prel
$Okta Inc.(OKTA)$ 🚀🚀🚀 Okta ($OKTA): Positioned for a $100 Surge Backed by Strong Fundamentals 🚀🚀🚀 Okta Inc. ($OKTA): A Compelling Bet in Cybersecurity As a trailblazer in cybersecurity and cloud identity management, Okta ($OKTA) has consistently proven its resilience and growth potential. While its most recent session closed at $88.62 (-0.87%), Okta’s 7.46% one-month gain has outpaced both the Computer and Technology sector’s 1.24% rise and the broader S&P 500’s 2.08% increase. With a solid foundation and bullish momentum, $OKTA is poised to break past $100 in the short term. Here’s why: 🔑 Key Financial Highlights • EPS Growth: Analysts forecast an EPS of $0.73, representing a 15.87% YoY increase for the upco