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In 2024, one of the most volatile U.S. stocks was Hims & Hers Health $Hims & Hers Health Inc.(HIMS)$ , a direct-to-consumer telehealth platform. In just six months, the company's stock went through several rounds of doubling and halving. At its peak, some even dubbed it the “Netflix of digital healthcare.” However, this Monday, the stock plunged 35% from recent highs. What kind of company is Hims & Hers, and why is its stock so volatile? More importantly—does its business model reflect real growth, or is it a speculative illusion? Source: Gurufocus What Does Hims & Hers Do? Hims & Hers is a telehealth platform that connects patients with licensed medical professionals through virtual consultations, then sells prescription drugs
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From custom silicon to enterprise software, Broadcom’s strategic moves are lighting up Wall Street—and for once, the hype might just be justified. I must admit, when I first saw Broadcom’s share price flirting with the US$265 mark—a whopping 868% five-year return—I nearly spat out my tea. But after digging into the numbers and strategic manoeuvres, I’ve come to realise this isn’t just another frothy tech story. This is a company executing a masterclass in positioning itself at the crossroads of artificial intelligence and enterprise infrastructure. And investors, quite rightly, are paying attention. Behind the scenes, Broadcom is building tomorrow’s infrastructure Broadcom’s appeal isn’t built on sizzle alone—it’s powered by serious structural shifts in both its business model and the broa
Circle (CRCL) stock fell 15% on Tuesday, retreating from a stunning rally fueled by optimism over stablecoin regulation and adoption, as Wall Street shifted its focus to the rising risk of competition in the digital token space.Shares of the issuer of the USDC stablecoin (USDC-USD) snapped a three-day winning streak to close just above $223. The stock soared after the Senate passed the GENIUS Act last week — legislation that would establish a federal framework for digital tokens backed by assets such as the US dollar. Tiger Reseach: $Circle Internet Corp.(CRCL)$ - Regulated First-Mover with Long-Term Optionality, Near-Term Valuation Rich; Initiating at HOLD with $200 PT.Below are some highlight point from the full report>>
$UOB(U11.SI)$ Uob Bank - Bank has nicely rebound after the news about the war between Israel and Iran ceasefire. She may rise up to test 36 soon! 1st Half results in July/August cum interim dividend of 0.92 plus special dividend of 0.25 . XD 15th August. Do take note. Pls dyodd. 17th May 2025: Uob bank - Chart wise, she had managed to trade above 35.12 and closed higher at 35.50, looks like this bullish momentum may continue to trend higher towards 36 than 36.30! Beyond 36.30, she may likely test 36.80 than 38.30. Pls dyodd. 12th May 2025: Yesterday Gapped up at 36.57 but wasn't able to hold and given back most of the gain, up 0.54 to close at 35.37. Price likely continue to rise up further towards 38 and above! Company bought back
Texas Instruments (TXN): A Quality Compounder That’s Quietly Losing Its Edge
$Texas Instruments(TXN)$ A Dividend Classic in a New Macro World Texas Instruments has long been considered a dependable stalwart in the semiconductor space — a "sleep-well-at-night" stock known for steady dividends, strong cash flows, and conservative capital management. For many income-focused investors, TXN is a permanent fixture in portfolios, almost like a bond proxy in equity form. But the investing environment has changed — dramatically. We’ve exited the era of zero interest rates. Inflation has resurfaced in a material way. The cost of capital is now real again. And in this new world, certain businesses and stocks that looked attractive under old assumptions suddenly appear richly valued and poorly positioned for future returns. TXN, in our
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Wall Street has shunned China's stock market for its volatility amid the country's economic issues. A trade war, tough regulations, and geopolitical tensions have made it difficult for investors to navigate, but as tensions ease and AI technology continues to advance, investors are starting to warm up to China again. According to Goldman Sachs Asset Mgmt, Global co-head, Quantitative investment strategies, Osman Ali: China has been a market that has been deemed almost uninvestable for the last year or two. That is starting to change, both as a consequence of (a) better growth, (b) reform, and (c) hopefully some easing trade and tariff tensions. Sell America Investors' changing opinions on China come at a time when US exceptionalism is increasingly under scrutiny. Uncertain tariff
Amazon Stock Price Forecast: Why I Believe It Could Surge to $600 by 2030
$Amazon.com(AMZN)$ Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) has experienced a somewhat challenging start to 2025. As of mid-June, the stock is down by over 5% year-to-date, reflecting not only sector-wide volatility in tech stocks but also investor apprehension stemming from geopolitical events. One notable catalyst that unsettled investors was the imposition of tariffs around Liberation Day, which triggered a sell-off that saw Amazon’s shares dip below $170 in late April. This sudden pullback caught many off guard, especially considering Amazon's reputation as a consistent long-term growth stock. Yet, as any seasoned investor knows, short-term price movements often obscure the bigger picture. Despite the recent softness, I believe Amazon remains a highly attractive