The pre-market trading session has revealed a significant surge in GameStop’s stock, with a remarkable over 77% increase. This surge comes amid speculation that Keith Gill, famously known as Roaring Kitty, holds a stake in GameStop worth $116 million. On the other hand, AMC Entertainment has also seen a notable rise of about 25% in
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Monzo, a prominent British digital challenger bank, recently made headlines by announcing its first full year of profitability. According to the fintech startup’s annual financial report, it recorded pre-tax profits of £15.4 million ($19.6 million) in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. This achievement marked a significant turnaround from the previous year, where Monzo suffered a loss
Dutch digital bank Bunq has set its sights on obtaining a banking license from UK financial regulators, with hopes of achieving this milestone by the end of the year or early next year. CEO and founder Ali Niknam expressed optimism about the process, acknowledging the differences in regulatory requirements between the UK and other European
The past week has been a tumultuous one for the software and enterprise tech industry. With Salesforce executives revealing that deals are getting delayed, Dell experiencing shrinking margins, and Okta facing macroeconomic challenges, it was clear that the sector was in for a rough ride. Veeva’s CEO also highlighted the competition posed by generative artificial
The recent transition to faster trade settlements for securities in the U.S. has been met with processing bumps, according to market participants. The move from a two-day settlement cycle (T+2) to a one-day settlement cycle (T+1) was adopted to comply with a rule change by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This shift in the
Dick’s Sporting Goods reported a solid first quarter with substantial growth in comparable sales. The company exceeded analyst expectations, with earnings per share of $3.30 compared to an expected $2.95, and revenue of $3.02 billion versus an anticipated $2.94 billion. This strong performance led to a 5.3% increase in comparable sales, driven by higher transaction
Recently, New Zealand’s central bank announced new rules that will limit how much housing finance lenders can provide for borrowers looking to take on high levels of debt relative to their incomes. This decision comes as policymakers aim to reduce default risk in the country’s volatile housing market. Implementation Date for the Rules According to
Investing in the pharmaceutical industry has always been a risky venture, with constantly changing trends and advancements. However, Roundhill Investments’ recent move to launch the GLP-1 & Weight Loss ETF (OZEM) signifies a strong belief in the long-term potential of GLP-1 weight loss drugs. This ETF focuses on pairing established leaders like Eli Lilly and
Investors around the world are bracing themselves for a busy week ahead as they await key data releases that could have a significant impact on global financial markets. From Asia to Europe to the United States, market participants are closely monitoring various economic indicators that could shape the future trajectory of interest rates, inflation, and
Investors are currently facing concerns over inflation and the uncertainty surrounding Federal Reserve rate cuts, resulting in turbulent markets. However, amidst this volatility, long-term investors can benefit from the stock research provided by Wall Street analysts. One of the top picks by analysts is workplace management software maker Monday.com (MNDY). The company recently reported impressive
Boeing and NASA are pushing forward with plans to launch the Starliner capsule despite a recent leak in the spacecraft’s propulsion system. During a press conference, Boeing’s vice president Mark Nappi assured the public that the identified causes of the leak are manageable and do not pose a safety risk. The first crewed launch is
As the 2024 general elections in India approach, the initial opinion polls suggested a strong likelihood of the NDA, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, securing a third term with a significant majority. However, the actual progress through the first five phases of voting has raised doubts about these projections. Lower voter turnout, along with
Former Tesla board member, Steve Westly, raised concerns about Elon Musk’s divided focus and its impact on Tesla’s performance in the electric vehicle industry. Westly emphasized the importance of a CEO being laser-focused on their company’s operations, highlighting how Musk’s attention appears to be spread thin across various ventures such as SpaceX, X, Neuralink, and
The premarket trading session has seen companies like Nvidia, Super Micro Computer, and Advanced Micro Devices making impressive gains. Nvidia soared by 7.4% after announcing strong fiscal first-quarter results, better-than-expected guidance, and a 10-for-1 stock split. Similarly, Super Micro Computer and Advanced Micro Devices saw a jump of more than 5% and 3% respectively. These