S&P 500’s Newest Members: Will Robinhood or AppLovin Deliver Staying Power?
$Robinhood(HOOD)$$AppLovin Corporation(APP)$ When the S&P Dow Jones Indices committee updates the most-watched benchmark in the world, Wall Street pays attention. This month, Robinhood Markets (HOOD) and AppLovin (APP) will join the S&P 500, cementing their status as U.S. large-cap players. On the surface, it looks like a victory lap for two companies that defied skeptics. But as history shows, index inclusion often raises a new question: should investors celebrate and buy, or treat this as a textbook “sell the news” moment? Why S&P 500 Inclusion Matters The S&P 500 is the most influential equity index on the planet, tracked by over $7 trillion in assets directly and influencing trillions
NBIS Skyrockets 70% on Microsoft Megadeal: Nvidia Twin or Overhyped?
Nebius Group ( $NEBIUS(NBIS)$ ) exploded 70% to $108.58 after inking a $19.4 billion multi-year AI cloud deal with Microsoft, including a $17.4 billion firm commitment and $2 billion option through 2031. This pact, the largest in NBIS's history, could redefine the AI hyperscaler, but valuations now at $60 billion raise questions if it's too expensive like CoreWeave. With the S&P 500 at 6,540, Nasdaq at 21,950, and Bitcoin at $123,456, the VIX at 14.12 reflects calm amid tariffs (30-35% on EU/Mexico/Canada) and oil at $74.50/barrel. Posts found on X buzz with “NBIS Nvidia clone” hype, but some warn of “bubble pricing.” This deep dive explores the deal, valuation, Nvidia link, market reactions, and strategies to bet on the twin or hedge the hype
September 9 Stock Explosion: Must-Watch Picks for Epic Gains!
The market is on fire on September 9, 2025, with the S&P 500 at 6,512.34, Nasdaq at 21,918.45, and Bitcoin at $123,456, driven by institutional inflows and 100% odds for a September rate cut. The VIX at 14.12 signals low volatility, but oil at $74.50/barrel and tariff threats add nuance. Key catalysts include India's GDP, U.S. PCE data, and earnings from Infosys, TVS Motor, Coal India, RailTel. With 81% of S&P 500 firms beating estimates, today's session could extend the rally or trigger a correction. What movements are shaping the market, which stocks demand attention, and what trading plays can you seize? This comprehensive guide breaks down the catalysts, top picks, and a plan to capitalize on the action. Market Movements: What’s Worth Noting Today? Several developments are driv
Why China's Export Offensive Is a Ticking Time Bomb for Your Southeast Asian Investments (Iggy's Insights) | 🦖 #TheInvestingIguana EP1080
🟩 🌏 Is your ASEAN portfolio at risk from a flood of cheap Chinese goods? Join Iggy, your trusted Investing Iguana, as we unpack the economic storm brewing right on Singapore's doorstep! This video dives into the critical challenges posed by China's surplus exports—like steel, solar panels, and EVs—reshaping markets across Southeast Asia. Packed with insights, we’re shedding light on how local industries are grappling with fierce price wars and what it means for your investments. 📊 From actionable steps to protect your hard-earned capital to strategies for navigating vulnerable sectors like manufacturing, this video is your guide to smarter investment decisions. Whether you're an experienced investor or just starting, you'll leave with the tools to safeguard your portfolio amidst this econo
🚀📊🔥 Bitcoin Flows Show Strength as Institutions Position for October 🚀📊🔥
$iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF(IBIT)$$iShares ETF(ETHA)$$CME Bitcoin - main 2509(BTCmain)$ I’m fully convinced Big Money is setting up for a Bitcoin-led breakout into October. The data shows institutions quietly rotating out of Ethereum while loading upside exposure in $IBIT calls. This divergence is too clear to ignore. 📊 Fund Flow Divergence $IBIT flows were slightly positive last week but slipped to –62.42M daily outflows. $ETHA, however, looks weaker with –306.65M in a single day. The scale of Ethereum outflows shows institutions are reducing ETH allocation faster than BTC, tilting leadership to Bitcoin. 📉 Technical Compression $IBIT is coiling around $63.
As we start ‘fresh’ again, entering 2nd trading week of September 2025, I cannot help but wonder if US market is going to be more volatile this week than last ? (see below) Reason being, the last inflation report will drop this week before US’s FOMC team convenes come 2025 Sep 16 - 17. (more on this later) Week In Recap. For the short trading week of 2025 Sep 02 -05, key catalysts impacting all three US composite indexes were US market's reaction to mixed economic data, alongside growing expectations for US central bank rate cut mid-September 2025. Early in the week, markets were volatile but finished slightly higher as weak US employment data further raised hopes for easing monetary policy. Thankfully, both manufacturing and services PMI indexes were still within the “growth” range, addin
Barbell Strategy To Prepare For PPI Release While Adjusting For CPI Release Next
The market and investors will be paying close attention to the Core Producer Price Index (PPI) report for August, set to be released on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. This report is a key leading indicator of inflation, and its outcome will significantly influence market sentiment and expectations for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy. Here is an analysis of what investors are looking for: Key Metrics and Expectations The focus is on whether producer-level inflation is continuing to cool, providing the Fed with more flexibility to potentially cut interest rates. The key metrics and their consensus forecasts are: Core PPI Month-over-Month (MoM): This is the most closely watched figure. The consensus is for a 0.3% increase for August. This would be a significant deceleration from the sur
Apple Promises ‘Awe Dropping’—Investors Expect the Usual Dipping
$Apple(AAPL)$ Apple is once again preparing to step into the spotlight. On Tuesday, September 9, the company will host its latest showcase from Cupertino, California, at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT. Officially branded the “Awe Dropping” event, the keynote is widely expected to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, led by the rumored iPhone 17 Air, alongside new Apple Watches and AirPods. For consumers, the question is whether the iPhone 17 represents another incremental refresh or a genuine leap forward. For investors, the stakes are equally high: can Apple’s stock, which has traded sideways for much of the year, reclaim new highs in the fall? Or will this launch follow the familiar pattern of short-term hype followed by a classic “event dip”? iPhone 17: Apple’
$iShares Gold Trust(IAU)$ is a gold backed ETF that offers exposure to physical gold without the hassle of storage or insurance. With Gold surging past USD 3,500 per ounce to hit an all time high of USD 3,546.99 this week, I am so happy that IAU has skyrocketed too. 🚀🚀🚀🌛🌛🌛💰💰💰🥰🥰🥰 @Tiger_comments @Tiger_SG @CaptainTiger @TigerClub
US 30Y Yields Approach 5% Ahead of Key Jobs Data【CSOP APAC Mid-Week at a Glance】
East Asia $CSOP LOW CARBON US$(LCU.SI)$ YTD return: +17.69% – While LCU was down slightly in USD WTD, it gained +17.69% in USD YTD. – Asian equities opened lower this week after last Friday’s US tech selloff, with chipmakers like Samsung and SK Hynix impacted by revoked export exemptions to China. Subsequently, Alibaba’s 19% jump in Hong Kong on strong AI and cloud revenue growth boosted regional markets, but a wave of corporate debt issuance later pressured global bonds and stocks. – LCU’s WTD losses were led by IT, industrials and communication services by sector, Japan, Australia, and Taiwan by region and Advantest Corp, Softbank Group and Sony Group. $CSOP SEA TECH ETF US$(SQU.SI)$ YTD return: +
$GOOGL 20251219 165.0 CALL$ sharing profitable options gains. After the event run from GOOG/GOOGL with the announcement of a milder judgement in its Chrome monopoly business, the company as already up 7% this week to trade at close to $230. Happy to collect this profit from this long call. Will likely be closing this trade either this week or next week before the long call enter into steeper decay time zones. Securing profit is key.
$CELH 20250926 58.0 PUT$ Sold these puts on Thursday but at today's trading already close to strike price of $58. Observe if this level can hold or not else might get assigned. Still have some time in the trade so the losses are only paper losses.
🌟🌟🌟$STI ETF(ES3.SI)$ has just hit its 52 week high this morning at SGD 4.37! It is simply amazing how this ETF has done so well. I believe this is due to the outstanding performance of the 3 Big Singapore banks. Slow and Steady is the way to go. 🥰🥰🥰🚀🚀🚀🌛🌛🌛💰💰💰🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬 @Tiger_comments @Tiger_SG @CaptainTiger @TigerClub @TigerStars
$AmovaEFund ChiNext S$(CXT.SI)$ Sharing profitable stock trade for weekly coins. For this week, it's in the ETF AmovaEFund that tracks China tech stocks. With the IPO launched in 22nd July, it had risen >30% in the past 6 weeks. Happy with the IPO subs of SGD 10k on this Tiger platform itself.
August’s market rally especially benefited smaller cap tech stocks Falling yields are a key driver, but investor confidence has also increased We expect to see sustained fund flows into high growth sectors as China intensifies domestic chip development China A-shares market roars back to life Over the past few weeks, the China A-shares market has shifted up a gear. The CSI 300 index, which tracks the top stocks on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges, has gained 17.5 percent YTD, of which more than half – 10.3 percent – has come in the past one month. But if we focus in on the A-shares tech sector, the gains are even more impressive. Shanghai’s SSE Star 50 Index is up by 29.8 percent, and Shenzhen’s ChiNext index is up 23.0 percent over the same one-month period. Source: Bloomberg, as
$SGX(S68.SI)$ is Singapore's one and only Stock Exchange. SGX isn't flashy. It does not need to be. It is the kind of stock that lets me sleep well at night and wake up proud. In a world chasing the next big thing, SGX reminds me that sometimes the most powerful thing to do in investing is to buy and hold.
I believe this $1 trillion compensation package for Elon Musk could mark a pivotal turning point for Tesla. The numbers themselves are staggering—starting from $87.8 billion and potentially swelling to $1 trillion if all targets are achieved—but what matters more is the message behind them. Tesla is betting on Musk's ability to push the company into an entirely new phase of growth, and history suggests he thrives under exactly this kind of pressure. When I reflect on Tesla's journey, I can't help but think of the countless times Musk has been doubted, only to deliver beyond expectations. From the "production hell" of the Model 3 to the rapid expansion of Gigafactories, he's shown time and again that bold targets are not a deterrent, but a motivator. That track record makes me confident tha
Why Google Is a Strong Long-Term Investment 🌍@TigerStars@MillionaireTiger@Daily_Discussion@TigerClub@TigerEvents$Alphabet(GOOGL)$ Google, through its parent company Alphabet, is one of the most powerful and durable businesses in the modern economy. Its dominance in search, digital advertising, YouTube, cloud services, and artificial intelligence gives it a competitive moat that few companies can challenge. The firm’s cash generation is exceptional, allowing i