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SpaceX has received its first coverage from 14 major Wall Street firms, with 13 issuing bullish ratings. The huge disparity in price targets, ranging from $800 to $131, highlights differing views on its near-term execution versus long-term potential.
Read MoreThe NY Fed's latest consumer survey shows one-year inflation expectations rose to 3.67% in June, the highest since September 2023. Three-year inflation, income growth, and stock market outlooks also increased significantly, reflecting complex public sentiment.
Read MoreApollo's chief economist warns that the concentrated AI profit growth among tech giants poses a valuation risk. The key test is whether the other 493 S&P 500 companies can boost margins through AI adoption, or doubts about lofty tech valuations may intensify.
Read MoreSpaceX joined the Nasdaq 100 as its first space-focused company, but shares fell over 5%. Analysts say the news was already priced in, while a pending lawsuit over data center turbines threatens a key $45B contract, highlighting operational risks.
Read MoreTech stocks led a market downturn, with the Nasdaq falling over 2%. The semiconductor sector was hit hardest, as the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index plunged 6%. Even strong earnings from Samsung failed to lift sentiment, signaling investor caution and profit-taking in the chip industry.
Read MoreOn-chain analyst Onchain Lens reports Abraxas Capital deposited 8,000 ETH (worth ~$14.15M) into Aave. This significant move highlights institutional engagement with DeFi and prompts analysis of its potential market impact.
Read MoreNY Fed President John Williams expects falling energy prices to help lower overall inflation in coming months. He reaffirmed current monetary policy is well-positioned and explained the Fed's decision to remove forward guidance on rates, citing ongoing economic uncertainties.
Read MoreBank of America has reinstated coverage on Shopify with a Buy rating and a $150 price target. The bank believes Shopify is well-positioned to capitalize on the emerging wave of AI-driven 'agentic commerce,' which is expected to transform the e-commerce landscape and drive significant growth.
Read MoreJoe Weiman, a foundational thinker in AI economics, argues that judging AI by investment hype misses the point. Technological evolution is loosely coupled with capital cycles. Global innovators are advancing AI through neuromorphic chips, biological computing, and energy-efficient models, ensuring its continuous progression.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a wallet potentially linked to European crypto firm CoinShares deposited 63,000 ETH (worth ~$112M) into Coinbase within 20 minutes. This massive transfer suggests possible strategic moves by a major holder, drawing significant attention to potential market liquidity shifts.
Read MoreU.S. optical communications stocks experienced a broad sell-off, with major players like Marvell Technology dropping over 9% and Astera Labs falling more than 11%. The decline highlights market volatility and sector-specific pressures.
Read MoreSanDisk shares fell 10% recently, marking a cumulative decline of over 34% from its peak, with market capitalization dropping to $231.5 billion. The sell-off highlights concerns about storage chip industry cycles and tech stock valuations, prompting investors to reassess market dynamics.
Read MoreSpaceX's recent Starlink launch successfully deployed and tested a "Fabship" prototype, demonstrating semiconductor manufacturing in orbit. Leveraging microgravity and ultra-high vacuum, the experiment aims to produce superior materials unobtainable on Earth, potentially adding a new strategic layer to the global chip supply chain.
Read MoreOil prices jumped more than 2% following reports of a tanker incident near the Strait of Hormuz. WTI crude rose to $70.25, while Brent crude climbed to $73.52, as the event triggered immediate supply concerns in the critical shipping lane.
Read MoreSpot gold surged past $4180 per ounce on July 7, marking a 0.37% intraday gain and reaching a new high. This rally underscores strong safe-haven demand amid ongoing market uncertainties. We analyze the key drivers and potential future trajectory.
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