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My stock in focus today is $Intel(INTC)$ , following its sharp post-earnings retrace that exposed ongoing execution challenges. The company guided below expectations as it struggled to meet surging AI server CPU demand, while margins were pressured by new product ramps. The 13% after-hours drop reflects disappointment that Intel is still missing high-margin data center revenue despite strong AI-driven demand. Under CEO Lip-Bu Tan, Intel is accelerating cost-cutting and streamlining its product roadmap, but manufacturing remains the core bottleneck. Capacity limits and subpar 18A yields continue to weigh on margins, reinforcing that this is a supply-side issue rather than a demand problem. Despite the pullback, Intel has still outperformed the br

Ever wondered which stock could turn your portfolio into a constellation of wealth? Amid the buzz from WallStreetBets' epic 2026 lineup, one standout is blasting past the competition with revolutionary tech that's connecting the unconnected. Forget the hype—let's dive deep into why AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) tops my list for explosive growth this year. 😎💥 Picture this: billions of people worldwide still stuck without reliable cell service, especially in remote spots. ASTS is changing the game with its satellite constellation that beams broadband straight to everyday smartphones—no fancy gear needed! This isn't just sci-fi; it's real-world disruption targeting telecom giants and unlocking massive markets in emerging regions. With partnerships like AT&T and Verizon already on board, their te

🌟🌟🌟Some listings whisper.  BitGo$BitGo Holdings, Inc.(BTGO)$ IPO roared.  Priced at USD 18, above its marketed range, Bitgo's shares opened almost 25% higher on its NYSE debut, valuing the firm at over USD 2 billion. What Does Bitgo Do? Bitgo was launched in 2013 by Silicon Valley entrepreneur Mike Belshe, who helped pioneer the multi signature wallet or the digital version of a joint bank account, where multiple passwords are required to move funds.  Over the years, Bitgo has grown to include services in custody, prime brokerage and institutional trading. Bitgo currently safeguards the reserves backing USD1, the stablecoin launched last year by President Trump and his family's flagship crypto venture, World Liberty Financial.

From my perspective, the addition of Monday and Wednesday expiries is a meaningful upgrade for active options traders. Between options and leveraged ETFs, I still prefer options for precision, especially when targeting gamma or setting defined-risk trades. Leveraged ETFs suit strong directional views, but options give better control over timing and volatility. With these new midweek expiries, I’d mainly use them for short-term trades and tactical hedging rather than holding longer. Short-dated options are effective for quick moves or adjusting exposure around headlines, though post-market risk and unexpected assignment still need close attention. On volatility, I do think short-dated options can amplify price swings in heavily traded names. NVIDIA and Tesla stand out as the most active ca

I feel that the present rally is driven by structural, long-term demand from central banks and private investors using gold as a hedge against systemic risks & not just short-term speculation.  Most forecasts for end-2026 cluster around $5,000 to $5,400 per ounce, with some aggressive scenarios pointing toward $6,000 or even $7,000 if global tensions escalate further. This indicates significant remaining upside from the current price . While tactical indicators show gold as "overbought" in the near term, institutional positioning, especifically ETF holdings, has room to expand compared to previous bull cycles.  Finally, the main headwind would be a surprisingly hawkish Fed that reverses interest rate cut expectations, which could increase the opportunity cost of holding

UNH Q4 & FY Earnings Preview: Spotlight on MCR & 2026 Guidance — Can the Recovery Hold? While the S&P 500 marked its third consecutive year of gains in 2025, $UnitedHealth(UNH)$  —the heavyweight of the US healthcare sector—missed the rally. The company grappled with a perfect storm over the past year: the unexpected departure of its CEO, a federal investigation into Medicare billing practices, and earnings eroded by underestimated medical cost inflation and rising patient utilization. These headwinds crushed demand for the stock, driving a 33% decline by year-end. UnitedHealth is set to release its Q4 and full-year 2025 results pre-market on Jan 27. Consensus Estimates: ~Q4 Revenue: $113.73 billion (

ISRG Q4 & FY Review: Shifting Gears at High Altitude — Platform Transition Meets Valuation Pressure $Intuitive Surgical(ISRG)$   released its Q4 2025 results after the bell on January 22nd (EST). Key Q4 Highlights ~Revenue Beat: Q4 2025 revenue hit $2.87 billion (+19% YoY), beating analyst expectations of $2.77 billion. Full-year revenue surpassed the $10 billion milestone. ~Earnings Beat: Q4 GAAP EPS came in at $2.21, exceeding the consensus estimate of $1.98. ~Procedure Growth: Global procedure volume grew approximately 18% vs. Q4 2024. ~Installations: 532 da Vinci systems were placed in the quarter (vs. 493 in Q4 2024). ~Installed Base: As of Dec 31, 2025, the da Vinci installed base grew to 11,106 u

The Bank of Japan is offloading its balance sheet: The BoJ's government bond holdings (JGBs) fell to ~48% of the total, the lowest in 8 years. This percentage has declined -7 points since the 2022 peak. The BoJ has reduced its monthly JGB purchases from 5.7 trillion Yen in mid-2024 to 2.9 trillion Yen currently under its quantitative tightening (QT) program. Furthermore, purchases are expected to decline further to 2.1 trillion Yen per month in early 2027. Meanwhile, foreign holdings of JGBs fell to ~12% of the total, near the lowest since 2019. This means both the BoJ and foreign investors are reducing their JGB exposure simultaneously. Japan’s bond market remains under serious pressure.

🚨🚨🚨Today, Friday, January 23, 2026, markets are navigating a landscape defined by consolidation in crypto and significant volatility in traditional equities, particularly in Asia. 1. Crypto Market: Consolidation & "Extreme Fear" The crypto market is currently experiencing a period of low liquidity and range-bound movement, with sentiment skewed toward caution.  * Bitcoin (BTC): Trading near $89,800, struggling to regain its hold on the $90,000 level. It remains in a consolidation phase as investors look for a new catalyst.  * Ethereum (ETH): Trading around $2,450 - $2,500, showing slight weakness with a nearly 1.5% dip in the last 24 hours.  * Market Sentiment: The Fear & Greed Index has plunged to 24 (Extreme Fear). This is largely driven by recent net outflows from

This looks like a classic TACO-style relief rally, but it is not “risk-off is over”. The key is: Trump headlines can remove fear fast, but they can also reprice risk even faster the next day. So volatility stays structurally elevated. Relief rally or more risk? Near-term: relief rally is real (positioning + short-covering + “worst case avoided”). But forward risk remains high because the market is now trading a headline-driven policy put that can disappear anytime. So it is relief rally with a constant tail-risk overhang. --- Best trade to capture Trump volatility (cleanest expression) Long volatility via options (straddle/strangle) on SPY or QQQ This captures: sudden “tariff / geopolitics” shock-down moves sudden “walkback / clarification” rip-up moves Why it fits: you are not betting dir

How Erie Indemnity quietly collects its cut while others wrestle the wreckage A Strange Beast in a Familiar Zoo Most insurance stocks behave exactly as you would expect. They obsess over weather maps, argue with regulators about rate filings, and spend earnings calls explaining why ‘this year was unusual’. Erie Indemnity does none of that, largely because it does not actually insure anyone. Erie sells tickets while others wrestle the storm That makes it a strange creature indeed. $Erie Indemnity(ERIE)$ lives inside the insurance ecosystem but outside its danger zone. It does not price risk, reserve for losses, or pay claims. Instead, it runs the machinery—distribution, systems, administration—for Erie Insurance Exchange and collects a management f

Whether you should open more 0DTE positions depends on your risk appieitey. Here’s the breakdown to help you decide. 1. The 0DTE Opportunity The primary reason to trade 0DTE on Mondays and Wednesdays is to capture hyper-accelerated time decay (Theta).  Income Frequency: Instead of waiting a month for an option to expire, you can collect premiums 252 days a year. Limited Overnight Risk: Since you enter and exit on the same day, you aren't vulnerable to "gap downs" or "gap ups" caused by news that breaks while the market is closed. Low Capital Requirement: 0DTE options are much cheaper than longer-dated ones, providing massive leverage.  The Middle Ground: Many traders in 2026 are using 0DTE-based ETFs (like $QDTE or $XDTE). These funds do the 0DTE selling for you, providing

$Ambow Education Holding(AMBO)$ AMBO Jumps +12.36%: Buyers Eye Breakout Towards $3.57 Resistance Latest Close Data: Closed at $3.00 (Jan 22, 2026), surging +12.36% from the previous close. The stock remains ~55.6% below its 52-week high of $6.75. Core Market Drivers: Strong daily capital inflow of ~$25.1K with notable small and medium order buying pressure. Recent short interest ratio has moderated from recent highs, potentially easing selling pressure. Low valuation metrics may be attracting value-oriented investors. Technical Analysis: Volume ratio of 1.98 indicates above-average activity supporting the move. RSI(6) at 64.69 is approaching overbought territory, signaling strong short-term momentum. MACD histogram is positive at 0.086, with DIF c

$Reto Eco-solutions Inc.(RETO)$ RETO Surged +15.13%: Technical Rebound in a Deeply Oversold Zone, Eyeing $1.39 Latest Close Data Closed at $1.37 on 2026-01-23, up +15.13% for the day. The stock remains -97.8% below its 52-week high of $61.50. Core Market Drivers The strong daily gain appears to be a technical rebound from oversold conditions, with no immediate company-specific news reported. The low float and micro-cap status ($3.92M market cap) make the stock highly susceptible to volatility driven by retail sentiment and capital flows. Technical Analysis Volume was 116.2K shares, with a low Volume Ratio of 0.46, suggesting lack of broad institutional participation. The RSI(6) jumped from 18.97 to 41.43, indicating a sharp move out of the oversol

$3M(MMM)$ MMM Jumps +3.05%: Rebound Momentum Builds, Eyes on $167.95 Resistance Latest Close Data Closed at $160.63 (pre-market), up +3.05% (+$4.75) on 01/22. Price is ~8.1% below its 52-week high of $174.69. Core Market Drivers Positive capital flow data over the last two trading sessions suggests institutional buying interest may be returning. The stock continues to trade with a focus on its ongoing restructuring and legal settlement news flow. Technical Analysis Volume of 5.56M shares was below average (VR 0.86), indicating the rally lacked heavy conviction. However, the 6-day RSI surged from 23.08 to 42.17, showing a strong bounce from oversold conditions. The MACD remains negative but its histogram improved, hinting at slowing bearish momentum