Companies around the world are scrambling to secure the stockpiles of Germanium and Gallium they need after China announced they were curbing exports of the niche metals in their national defense interests. Germanium and Gallium are vital metals with multiple industrial applications. GERMANIUM Germanium has several industrial applications due to its unique...
As we kick off the final week of the month and second quarter, the S&P 500 is flirting with record highs despite a slight wobble in tech stocks like Nvidia. For equity bulls, the stars seem aligned with seasonal factors providing a supportive backdrop. In today’s issue, we dive into...
When it comes to the global electric vehicle industry, there is no doubt that Tesla is the undisputed leader. In China and in the Far East, Tesla is now facing mounting pressure from BYD (Build Your Dreams). Founded in 1995, this EV maker is rapidly gaining ground as a...
As we enter 2024, the financial landscape is witnessing a promising convergence of falling inflation and a gradually improving economy, setting the stage for a potential resurgence in Initial Public Offering (IPO) activity.As inflationary pressures ease and economic stability gains traction, investor confidence tends to rise, creating a more...
Helium is used to cool magnets in MRI machines. When we think of helium, perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is birthday balloons, but the applications for this gas go much deeper. And the demand for helium is increasing year over year. In 2023, the Helium Market is projected...
Phase Two of the $700B electric vehicle boom—the electric boat rush—is becoming just as crowded as its four-wheeled predecessor, with so many start-ups dotting this landscape it’s dizzying.  Loads of debt, problems getting into production, far-off delivery dates that make revenues a thing of the distant future—if at all—and failures-to-deliver...
In the latest financial quarter, Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) has surpassed Wall Street forecasts, marking a significant achievement for the multinational fast-food holding company. Fueled by an unexpected surge in Tim Hortons' sales, Restaurant Brands reported earnings and revenue that not only exceeded analysts' anticipations but also highlighted...
Bitcoin has been surging lately. The cryptocurrency has rallied nearly 70% from $26,000 in October to recent highs of $44,000. The popular cryptocurrency still has a way to go to get back to its historic price level of nearly $69,000, set in November 2021.  It appears that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies...
In a recent court filing, the FTC dropped its challenge to Amgen’s takeover bid of Horizon Therapeutics (NASDAQ: HZNP). The FTC sought to block the acquisition in an effort to strengthen its antitrust enforcement policies. The agency felt that the merger would potentially lead to anti-competititive practices and price...
The market's feel-good rally has hit a wall of worry. After weeks of defying gravity, stocks are starting to crack under the strain of stubborn inflation, rising yields, and a looming wave of Big Tech earnings. This week could be a pivotal moment. Critical economic data will either soothe investor...