I view Goldman Sachs new price target for $S&P 500(.SPX)$ , raising the 12-month forecast from 6,500 to 6,900 and the year-end target from 6,100 to 6,600, as a cautiously optimistic signal. With today being the last day of the tariff pause on July 9th, 2025, the expiration could introduce some uncertainty. However, Goldman Sachs $Goldman Sachs(GS)$ upgrade suggests confidence in market resilience, and I find this adjustment reasonable given the current economic landscape. It reflects a belief in potential growth, which aligns with my tendency to look for opportunities even amidst mixed signals. The mention of the market trading TACO again, alongside
Speculative Tesla: Bold Bet On The Future Or Blatant Bail Signal?
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ In the world of equity markets, few companies ignite as much debate — or as much passion — as Tesla, Inc. The electric vehicle and clean energy giant has been one of the defining corporate stories of the 21st century, transforming an entire industry, making a generational entrepreneur out of Elon Musk, and turning early shareholders into multi-millionaires. But with that outsize success has come equally outsize scrutiny. Today, as Tesla’s stock trades more than 35% below its all-time highs, after a year of slowing growth, contracting margins, and intensifying competitive pressures, investors find themselves once again questioning whether the stock represents a visionary bet on the future — or a signal to cut and run. The tensi
I find Circle $Circle Internet Corp.(CRCL)$ 8.5% rebound this week intriguing, especially with some investors betting on its comeback like a meme stock. Circle being back in the 200 dollar range is tempting, but I am hesitant to jump on the wagon just yet. Meme stocks often ride waves of hype, and while the rebound is promising, I prefer to see more consistent performance before committing. My view on meme stocks like Circle, Big Bear $BigBear.ai Holdings(BBAI)$ , and Wolfspeed $Wolfspeed Inc.(WOLF)$ is cautious but open. These stocks can offer explosive short-term gains driven by retail i
🦖 Dive into Great Eastern's Privatization Drama as we unpack what investors missed in this thrilling corporate saga! Join Iggy for today's SGX market digest, shedding light on OCBC's bold attempt to take Great Eastern private and the surprising power of minority shareholders. This video is packed with insights on the insurance sector, retail investor dynamics, and what this means for your investment decisions. Whether you're tracking financial analysis, exploring economic strategies, or looking for game-changing market updates, this digest has it all. From the resilience of Singapore's financial markets to the booming potential of REITs like Mapletree Industrial Trust and IRE Global, we’re covering the moves you need to know. Plus, we'll explore the structural shift towards data centers an
Levi Strauss & Co. (LEVI) Earnings Possible Positive Surprise?
$Levi Strauss & Co(LEVI)$ is scheduled to release its fiscal second-quarter earnings on Thursday, 10 July 2025, after the market closes, with a conference call scheduled for 2 p.m. Pacific Time / 5 p.m. Eastern Time. Here is what to expect and the context surrounding LEVI's Q2 2025 performance: Analyst Expectations for Q2 2025 Adjusted Earnings Per Share (EPS): Analysts anticipate adjusted EPS of approximately $0.13 per share. This would represent a significant 19% year-over-year decline compared to the $0.16 per share reported in the prior year's Q2. Revenue: Consensus estimates for revenue are around $1.37 billion. This would be a 5% fall in sales compared to the $1.44 billion in revenue from the same quarter last year. Organic Revenue Growt
Home Depot Stock Struggles in 2025 — Still Too Pricey to Buy?
$Home Depot(HD)$ After years of stellar gains, Home Depot (NYSE: HD) is having a rough 2025. Shares are down nearly 6% year-to-date, underperforming the broader market and disappointing investors who had grown accustomed to consistent outperformance. At the start of the year, I flagged Home Depot as a company to watch but stopped short of calling it a buy. Instead, I downgraded the stock to a hold, citing clear headwinds facing the home improvement giant this year. Six months later, those challenges have played out, and the stock continues to lag. So, is now the right time to pick up shares at a discount? Below, I break down Home Depot’s current performance, examine its financials and strategy, revisit its valuation, and share my updated outlook on
🟩 🏦 Are Singapore banks like DBS, OCBC, and UOB still worth buying in 2025? Join Iggy, aka The Investing Iguana, as he dives into the burning question on every Singapore investor’s mind! Packed with insights, this video sheds light on how these banking giants are weathering challenges like falling interest rates and trade uncertainties while still delivering record-setting dividend yields. Whether you're looking to grow your portfolio, preserve wealth, or make smart investment decisions, this analysis will guide you. 📊 Discover the hidden truths behind Q1 2025 earnings that the media missed, why these banks remain fortress-strong, and how they’re adapting to turbulent times with strategic moves like special dividends, buybacks, and wealth management growth. Iggy breaks down seven game-chan
Tariff Pause Expires But GS Upgrades S&P: Taco Trade Back?
The tariff pause is set to expire on July 9th, potentially reigniting trade tensions. However, Goldman Sachs has just upgraded their S&P 500 forecast, predicting a bullish run to 6,900 in 12 months and 6,600 by year-end. This optimism comes despite a notable $7 million short bet targeting the SPY ETF to drop to $600. So, what’s the play here? Let’s dive in. Goldman Sachs’ Bold New Price Targets Goldman Sachs has raised its S&P 500 outlook, lifting its year-end target from 6,100 to 6,600 and its 12-month forecast from 6,500 to 6,900. This bullish revision reflects their confidence in three key drivers: Robust Corporate Earnings: Companies are delivering strong profits, underpinning market valuations. Fed Rate Cuts: Anticipated monetary easing is expected to fuel equity gains by redu
Is a US Dollar Rebound Imminent? How Long Will We Have to Wait?
The US dollar index has shown signs of long-term support, but a decisive break below this level could open up much greater downside potential. After Donald Trump assumed office and initiated a trade war, the logic behind the dollar’s movement shifted, which has already been discussed previously. As a result, the dollar has experienced a sustained decline over the past several months. From the perspective of current fundamentals and monetary policy comparisons, this downward trend appears to be ahead of itself and reflects expectations of future risks. Whether the dollar will continue to fall further depends not only on subsequent developments and news but also on whether the current key long-term support can hold.The chart below shows the monthly trend channel of the dollar since the 2007/
On July 6, OPEC+ made a major decision in a brief ten-minute virtual meeting, announcing it would raise crude oil production by 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) in August. This increase significantly exceeds the previous three months' hike of 411,000 bpd and also surpasses market expectations. The unexpected move triggered an immediate reaction in the oil market, causing Chinese oil futures to open sharply lower on July 8, with key contracts like SC crude and fuel oil both dropping over 2%. Background and Details of the Output Hike This marks the fourth time OPEC+ has accelerated production increases since April 2025. Here's a quick recap: April saw a 138,000 bpd increase; from May to July, monthly hikes were 411,000 bpd; and now August’s jump to 548,000 bpd raises the pace further. At the ne
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ can robotaxi boost tsla stock out of Elon's political slump? Elon Musk’s launch of the “America Party” and renewed political feud with Trump have rattled investors — TSLA has dropped around 7% in a single day and is down ~35% year-to-date . Analysts warn Musk’s political entanglements are distracting and could hurt delivery momentum, especially with Q2 sales declining ~13%. Wall Street heavyweights like Wedbush’s Dan Ives fear this could prompt the board to impose restrictions or alter Musk’s incentive package to refocus him on core operations. Tesla officially rolled out its robotaxi pilot in Austin on June 22, which has drawn both buzz and scrutiny. Key points: • Launch & Scale‑up: Pilot l
$ST Engineering(S63.SI)$ ST Engineering today on fire a 4% increase. ST Engineering is positioning itself for a period of significant expansion, leveraging its core strengths in defense and aerospace while aggressively pursuing opportunities in smart cities and digital solutions. The clear articulation of its long-term vision, coupled with a shareholder-friendly dividend policy, aims to solidify its standing as a leading global technology and engineering powerhouse. Do your own due diligence before invest. @Tiger_SG@MillionaireTiger@TigerClub <
$Uber(UBER)$$GraniteShares 2x Long UBER Daily ETF(UBRL)$ 💥📊🤑 Third Swing, $227.83 Secured, Watching $96.50 as $UBER Builds Higher Lows for Another Leg 🤑📊💥 I just closed out my third Uber swing in the overnight session on 08Jul25, locking in $227.83 profit at $97.13, a clean +4.08% gain from last week’s entry. Price hit a high of $97.20 and a low of $96.60, which was textbook exhaustion at the fib extension. I’m now tracking for a measured retrace toward $96.50, where I’ll look to re-engage the trend and plan the next move. This wasn’t luck. Uber’s been building higher highs and higher lows across the 4-hour chart, holding structure while capital rotates out of stretched mega caps. The setup delivered exa
$AST SpaceMobile, Inc.(ASTS)$ would you rather your phone connect directly to a satellite or use a dish like starlink? I choose my phone directly connects to a satellite in space.