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PLTR Stock Rally Intact After Best Quarter In A Year — Retail Watches Cautiously As Palantir Adds Data Center Partner

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:05:01 +0530

Armada’s modular data centers will support Palantir’s Sovereign AI Operating System.
Palantir shares gained 60.3% in the July-September period, marking their strongest quarterly performance since last year.
Valuation remains elevated, with PLTR trading at more than 100 times forward earnings despite continued rapid growth.

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) on Thursday named Armada as its inaugural certified modular data center partner, as the AI software company looks to meet growing demand from governments and enterprises seeking greater control over their AI infrastructure.

Under the partnership, Armada will provide its Galleon line of modular data centers to support Palantir’s Sovereign AI Operating System.

The companies said the combined offering will let customers run open-weight AI models on computing, data, and physical infrastructure they own and control, with deployments possible in months rather than years.

PLTR stock rose 0.4% in overnight trading, extending its recent momentum. The stock gained 60.3% in the three months through September, its best quarterly performance since the April-June quarter last year, and is now trading near an all-time high.

Palantir-Armada Partnership

Armada provides modular data center infrastructure designed to bring computing capacity to locations where traditional data center construction may be difficult or slow. Its Galleon systems combine computing, power and cooling infrastructure in a modular format, while its software platform monitors deployments and its Sovereign AI Grid connects multiple sites.

For Palantir, the partnership extends its Sovereign AI strategy beyond software and into the physical infrastructure powering AI models.

The company’s offering combines its AI Platform, Ontology, Foundry and Apollo software with infrastructure that customers can physically own. The strategy targets organizations that want their AI models, proprietary data, and hardware to remain within their own security and regulatory boundaries rather than relying entirely on external cloud providers.

Palantir’s Business Continues To Soar

Palantir continues to post exceptionally strong financial results. Revenue jumped 93% year over year in the second quarter, and the company raised its full-year outlook.

For the stock, valuation remains a key consideration, with Palantir trading at a substantial premium to many software and AI peers. The stock trades at more than 100 times forward earnings, compared with 26 times for Microsoft and 30.4 times for ServiceNow, according to Koyfin.

The shares also face questions over how much future growth is already reflected in the price.

Cathie Wood’s ARK Trims PLTR Stake

Cathie Wood’s ARK funds have repeatedly trimmed their Palantir stake this year, including after its August earnings-driven rally.

On Thursday, the funds sold roughly $4 million worth of Palantir shares, according to the firm’s daily trading disclosures. ARK has continued to hold Palantir across several funds despite the sales.

Retail View On PLTR

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment toward PLTR dipped over the past week and was ‘neutral’ on Thursday, as traders watched for the stock to reach the psychologically important $200 level.

“$PLTR If we close at $195 tomorrow, that’ll be a great day. If we hit $200 at the close, that’ll be pure magic,” said a trader.

On the Armada partnership, a trader wrote: “$PLTR this partnership gives Palantir a packaged answer: Palantir software + NVIDIA compute + Armada physical infrastructure. That potentially lets Palantir sell a much more complete AI system rather than just software.”

Palantir shares closed at $190.04 on Thursday and are up 7% year to date.

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Why Did NKE, FRMI, DKNG Plunge To 52-Week Lows Today?

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:00:08 +0530

NKE stock closed down 0.71% ahead of its first-quarter results as the company struggles with sales in its wholesale business and in North America.
FRMI stock fell nearly 4% on Thursday amid ongoing disputes with its former CEO, even as massive cash-burn issues weigh on its shares.
DKNG stock fell to a 52-week low in regular trading hours amid Brazil’s move to prohibit online betting, but recovered to close up nearly 2%.

Shares of Nike Inc. (NKE), Fermi LLC (FRMI), and DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) slumped to annual lows on Thursday amid company-specific, industry-wide and macroeconomic pressures.

NKE stock closed down 0.71% ahead of its first-quarter results as the company struggles with sales in its wholesale business and in North America.

FRMI stock fell nearly 4% on Thursday amid ongoing disputes with its former CEO, even as massive cash burn issues weigh on its shares.

DKNG stock slipped to a 52-week low in regular trading hours amid Brazil’s move to prohibit online betting, but recovered to close up nearly 2%.

Nike Slumps On Sales Concerns And North America Pressure

NKE stock dipped to a 52-week low of $35.02 on Thursday, extending three consecutive days of declines ahead of its Q1 results as the athletic-wear giant struggles to revive sales and faces pressure across its North American business.

After the bell, Nike reported results, posting $11.2 billion in revenue, down 4% year over year, and adjusted earnings per share of $0.48.

However, the company forecast a high-single-digit revenue decline for fiscal 2027, with adjusted EPS of $1.15–$1.35, below analysts’ expectations, while management said its turnaround efforts would take time. Shares slumped further in the overnight session.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock was ‘extremely bullish’ at the time of writing. The company's shares have plunged more than 44% in 2026.

Fermi Struggles With Massive Cash Burn, Disputes With Former CEO

FRMI stock fell to an annual low of $3.92 on Thursday, putting it on track for a third consecutive week of declines.

Fermi has recently been challenged due to its pre-revenue status and massive cash burn. In Q2 2026, Fermi spent $25.8 million in cash from operations and another $185 million on property, plant and equipment.

The company has also been facing disputes from former CEO and largest shareholder Toby Neugebauer, who has escalated a corporate-governance battle after Fermi removed him as CEO in April and subsequently ousted him from the board.

Neugebauer has since sought shareholder support to reshape the board and explore strategic alternatives, including a potential sale. Most recently, he sued three Fermi directors, alleging they coordinated efforts to consolidate control and limit shareholder rights.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around FRMI stock was ‘neutral’ at the time of writing. FRMI stock has declined about 54% year to date.

DraftKings Has Been Facing Pressure From Negative Industry Forces

DKNG stock fell to an annual low of $18.55 on Thursday, but recovered to close up nearly 2%, breaking a three-day losing streak. Shares have been declining in recent weeks amid regulatory concerns, rising competition and softer financial metrics.

Brazil’s move to prohibit online betting triggered a broader selloff across gambling stocks, weighing on DraftKings despite having no direct exposure to the country. The company is also facing growing competition from prediction-market platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket.

However, retail sentiment on Stocktwits around the stock remained ‘extremely bullish’ at the time of writing. DKNG stock has slumped more than 45% in 2026.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise Ahead Of Key Jobs Report: NKE, NFLX, BABA, XRPN Stocks In Focus

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:10:01 +0530

Signs of a strengthening labor market will likely give the Fed more room to hike interest rates.
However, according to data from the CME FedWatch tool, the probability that the Fed will hike interest rates is 24.9%, down from 68.6% a week ago.
Nike shares dropped nearly 9% in the overnight session late Thursday after the company posted a softer full-year forecast and said its turnaround efforts would take time.

U.S. stock futures traded higher in the overnight session late Thursday, even as traders look ahead to the release of September’s jobs report, which is likely to provide further cues on the Federal Reserve’s next policy move.

As of 10:18 p.m. EDT, Dow futures were up 0.09%, the S&P 500 futures had gained 0.18%, while Nasdaq-100 futures rose 0.36%.

On Thursday, all three benchmark indexes closed higher as the new quarter began. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.04%, the S&P 500 gained 0.19%, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.04% at close.

Index	Move	Close
Dow Jones Industrial Average	0.04%	50,926.56
S&P 500	0.19%	7,666.45
Nasdaq Composite	0.04%	26,871.60

Key US Market Drivers

U.S. markets will be tuned into September’s nonfarm payrolls report expected on Friday. Per the Dow Jones consensus, experts expect job growth of 84,000 and unemployment to remain steady at 4.1%.

Friday’s jobs report comes as recent inflation data continues to point to persistent price pressures. August PCE data released Wednesday showed inflation easing slightly but remaining above the Fed’s 2% target. Signs of a strengthening labor market will likely give the Fed more room to hike interest rates.

However, according to data from the CME FedWatch tool, the probability that the Fed will hike interest rates is 24.9%, down from 68.6% a week ago.

Christopher Hodge, chief U.S. economist at Natixis CIB Americas, told CNBC that given the current view of a stable labor market, even a strong jobs report would likely be insufficient on its own to prompt the Fed to raise rates in October. He expects continued growth in manufacturing and construction, driven in part by the ongoing data-center buildout.

“We expect payrolls to slow from the torrid pace from August, but still to register solid gains. We expect payrolls to increase by 60k, which if realized, would bring the three-month moving average of gains to 81k,” Hodge reportedly said.

Meanwhile, on Thursday, Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan said rates may need to rise by at least 50 basis points to bring inflation under control, while Fed Governor Lisa Cook flagged AI-driven inflation as a significant risk for 2027.

Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari said he expects additional rate hikes may be needed to cool the economy through 2027, though he was uncertain whether the next increase would come as early as October.

U.S. Treasury yields surged to multiyear highs this week before pulling back on Thursday. At the time of writing, the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield was trading at 5.256%, below the 5.3% that it had previously soared to. The 30-year Treasury bond yield was trading at 5.629% at the time of writing.

Meanwhile, Nike reported fiscal first-quarter results on Thursday, posting $11.2 billion in revenue, down 4% year over year, and adjusted earnings per share of $0.48. However, the company forecast a high-single-digit revenue decline for fiscal 2027, with adjusted EPS of $1.15–$1.35, below analysts’ expectations, while management said its turnaround efforts would take time.

Oil prices were trading above $100 a barrel. At the time of writing, Brent crude futures expiring in December were trading at $102.35 a barrel, while WTI crude futures expiring in November traded at $92.78 per barrel.

Trending Stocks To Watch

Nike Inc. (NKE): Shares of the shoemaker dropped nearly 9% in the overnight session late Thursday after the company posted a softer full-year forecast and said its turnaround efforts would take time.

Netflix Inc. (NFLX): Shares of the streaming giant were on the retail radar after co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the company is not growing as quickly as he would like.

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (BABA): The company drew attention amid reports that China may allow it to purchase Nvidia’s RTX PRO 5500 professional GPUs.

Evernorth Holdings Inc. (XRPN): The digital asset treasury company was in the spotlight after shares jumped more than 9% in the overnight session following shareholder approval of its Armada II business combination, which is expected to raise about $300 million in gross proceeds.

Other Market Trends

Among ETFs tracking benchmark indexes, the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) and the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) all climbed higher overnight.

The iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) was down 0.28% amid ‘bullish’ sentiment.

Asian markets opened mixed on Friday. South Korea's KOSPI, China’s SSE Composite and Australian stocks were all in the green at the time of writing. Japan’s Nikkei 225 was trending lower at the open.

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TSLA Eyes Worst Week In 2 Months As Q3 Delivery Numbers Loom — But Munster Bets On A Beat As 'EV Winter' Thaws

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:05:01 +0530

Munster expects 497,000 deliveries, above the Street’s 461,000 estimate, as Tesla’s “EV winter” thaws.
He cited high gas prices, FSD awareness and longer Model 3/Y lead times as demand signals.
Musk expects the RAM reductions to have a “negligible effect” on Optimus performance, saying memory bandwidth is the bigger constraint.

Shares of Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) are heading for their worst week in more than two months ahead of Friday’s third-quarter delivery report, as one prominent analyst sees signs of an EV demand thaw while Elon Musk moves to reduce memory requirements for Optimus.

TSLA stock ended Thursday 0.2% lower at $354.11, bringing its weekly decline to 5%.

Munster Sees Tesla’s ‘EV Winter’ Beginning To Thaw

Deepwater Asset Management Managing Partner Gene Munster expects Tesla to deliver 497,000 vehicles in the September quarter, well above a Street estimate of 461,000 vehicles and nearly flat from a year earlier. The broader consensus implies a year-over-year decline as Tesla faces a difficult comparison with last year’s rush to buy EVs before the U.S. federal tax credit expired.

However, Munster sees a different picture emerging. “I believe the opposite is happening, that we’re exiting the EV winter that started three years ago,” he said on X, pointing to high gasoline prices, growing awareness of Full Self-Driving (FSD) and longer U.S. Model 3 and Model Y lead times as signs of stronger-than-expected demand.

Munster estimated that 40% of Tesla deliveries come from the U.S. and said that average lead times for the Model 3 and Model Y have doubled since last fall, from around five to six weeks to about 10 weeks.

His estimate sits above several Wall Street forecasts. JPMorgan recently cut its projection to 482,000 from 516,000, while Cantor Fitzgerald has projected 421,758 deliveries. Gary Black, managing director of The Future Fund, also highlighted the difficult comparison, noting that last year’s expiration of the $7,500 EV tax credit likely pulled purchases forward into the third quarter.

Musk Slashes AI5, AI6 RAM To Scale Optimus

While Tesla’s automotive demand takes center stage on Friday, Musk is confronting another potential bottleneck in the company’s push to scale its Optimus humanoid robot. Musk said Tesla has halved planned random access memory (RAM) for its AI5 chip to 72 GB of LP5 and cut AI6 RAM by one-third to 144 GB of LP6.

“This was the only way to get enough volume for Optimus production and greatly reduces cost,” Musk said on X. He expects the reduction to have a “negligible effect” on Optimus performance because memory bandwidth is a bigger constraint than total memory capacity, with bandwidth remaining unchanged.

Tesla Lines Up $30B As Spending Push Accelerates

Tesla’s push into AI, robotics and manufacturing is also driving a steep increase in capital requirements. The company recently secured $30 billion in senior unsecured credit facilities this week, comprising a $20 billion three-year delayed-draw term loan, an $8 billion five-year revolving facility and a $2 billion 364-day revolver. The facilities were undrawn at signing, and Tesla said it does not currently plan to tap them in 2026.

StoneX reiterated its ‘Buy’ rating and $475 price target, implying a 34% upside from current levels, after the announcement, viewing the financing as proactive preparation for Tesla’s expanding investment program.

Tesla expects 2026 capex to top $25 billion as it pours money into AI infrastructure, manufacturing and its semiconductor project with SpaceX. But the $30 billion financing has also raised questions about Tesla’s future cash needs. Its $20 billion delayed-draw commitment shrinks to $10 billion in September 2027 and $5 billion three months later before expiring in March 2028, while Tesla pays a fee to keep the undrawn funding available.

Tesla bear Gordon Johnson said it puts 2027 in focus as the company bankrolls its expansion. “The number that matters isn’t the cash today. It’s the cash left after $TSLA builds what it has promised,” he said.

How Do Retail Traders Feel About TSLA?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for TSLA rose to ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’ a week ago, amid a 16% decline in message volume over the same period.

TSLA sentiment and message volume as of October 1 | Source: Stocktwits

One bullish user said, “$TSLA Tesla beat delivery numbers last time and still fell 7% .it's going up 7% on the beat this time.”

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Another user said, “$TSLA Unlike the last delivery report, there has been no rally heading into the report tomorrow, so either a positive outcome is not priced in, or a negative outcome is priced in, imo.”

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So far this year, Tesla's stock has lagged its "Magnificent Seven" peers, making it the group's worst performer, down about 21%.

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Why Did CRWD, TWLO, P Stocks Hit 52-Week Highs Today?

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:08 +0530

CrowdStrike stock hit a record high as investors bet on rising demand for cybersecurity tools.
Twilio stock rose to a nearly five-year high of $305.95 after it was selected to join the S&P 500.
Everpure stock hit a record $135.68, supported by optimism about double-digit annual revenue growth.

CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. (CRWD), Twilio Inc. (TWLO), and Everpure (P) climbed toward fresh 52-week highs on Thursday, highlighting strong investor interest in technology and index-driven opportunities.

Twilio and Everpure stocks gained 3% and 2%, respectively, while CrowdStrike edged up 0.5%.

CrowdStrike Extends AI-Driven Rally

CrowdStrike stock climbed to a record high of $269.30, and ended September with over a 14% monthly advance. The cybersecurity company has attracted investor attention as businesses increase spending on security tools designed to protect AI systems, autonomous agents, and AI-generated software.

Much of the recent enthusiasm centers on CrowdStrike’s integration with the OpenAI Marketplace. The move strengthens the company’s position in a developing market for securing AI agents and code created by generative AI systems. CrowdStrike’s financial results have also supported the rally, with fiscal second-quarter revenue rising 26% year on year to $1.47 billion.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remains in ‘neutral’ territory.

Twilio Gets S&P 500 Boost

Twilio stock surged to nearly a five-year high of $305.95 after S&P Dow Jones Indices announced that the cloud communications company would join the S&P 500 before trading begins on Oct. 6. Twilio will take the place of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. (WBD), creating a potential source of incremental demand from funds designed to track the benchmark.

Last week, HSBC downgraded Twilio to Reduce from Hold and set a $211 price target, saying the stock’s valuation has become too high after a 30% gain since Meta launched Muse on Sept. 8.

The firm believes investors are expecting Twilio to become a key communications provider for Meta’s Muse AI agents and the wider consumer AI-agent market. However, it cautioned that Meta’s own AI voice technology could limit how much revenue Twilio captures from those interactions. Retail sentiment around the stock improved to ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’ the previous day.

Everpure Caps A Strong September

Everpure stock jumped to an all-time high of $135.68 as the company continues to post double-digit year-on-year revenue growth, while its addition to the S&P 500 helped draw additional attention from institutional and retail investors.

At the analyst day on Sept.23, Everpure said it expects fiscal year 2028 revenue of $7 billion to $7.3 billion, representing 39%-45% growth. Everpure maintained its FY27 revenue growth outlook of 37%-38%. Retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘neutral’ territory.

So far this year, CRWD, TWLO and P stocks have gained between 100% and 159%.

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Bloom Energy CEO Shrugs Off Oracle Force Majeure Worries, Says Bloom Boxes Are 'Fungible'

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:15:01 +0530

Oracle invoked a force majeure clause last month tied to Project Jupiter, its AI data center campus in New Mexico.
Project Jupiter is expected to use up to 2.45 GW of Bloom capacity.
Sridhar says Bloom will expand manufacturing as demand grows: "We will not be the constraint."

Bloom Energy Corp. (BE) CEO KR Sridhar dismissed concerns about Oracle’s (ORCL) recent "force majeure" clause tied to Project Jupiter, a project that is being powered by BE’s Bloom boxes.

In an interview with Bloomberg TV, Sridhar explained that unlike the big power plants, Bloom boxes are “fungible.”

“They can be installed in one location, or after we ship the units, after they’re on the trucks, we can redirect the trucks to go to some other location and be able to operate. This is very different from conventional engines and turbines,” he said.

“For that reason, number one, we believe that when you have a portfolio of construction projects that we are supporting, some construction projects will come in, some will be on schedule, some will get delayed. But we have enough of a portfolio that we are confident in the numbers we project,” he added, while also reiterating the company’s guidance for this year and the next.

BE stock ended Thursday 0.2% higher and ticked slightly higher in overnight trading.

Oracle’s Project Jupiter Delayed

Last month, Bloomberg reported that Oracle has invoked a "force majeure" clause tied to its $165 billion Project Jupiter, an AI data center campus in New Mexico. The report said the hyperscaler sent the notice to the project’s developer to protect itself from payments and other costs if the facility is delayed and fails to meet its planned start in 2028.

However, the report added that Oracle is not seeking to exit the project, but is instead looking to defer payments in case of a delay.

Project Jupiter is expected to be supported by up to 2.45 GW of installed Bloom capacity.

Bloom’s Plans To Power America

Apart from commenting on Oracle’s Project Jupiter, Sridhar also reaffirmed Bloom Energy’s plans to scale and meet the expanding power demand from AI data centers, manufacturing facilities and other infrastructure like hospitals.

“Our goal when we started the company 25 years ago was to power the planet,” Sridhar said. “Even today we’re on that path, and we have a sense of urgency about it.”

He added that Bloom will grow its manufacturing capacity as demand comes in. “We will not be the constraint for America’s growth – either in manufacturing and factories or in hospitals or in data centers. Think of our expansion capacity as purely what the market needs. We believe the market need is very high which means we will be growing very fast,” he said.

BE Stock: Retail Stance

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for BE was ‘bullish’ at the time of writing amid ‘high’ message volumes.

One bullish user said, “$BE Massive demand for energy.”

Another user said, “$BE Will easily get over $300.” The stock closed at $277.58 on Thursday.

BE shares have surged more than 181% in 2026.

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ABNB Stock Eyes Snapping 4-Week Losing Streak: KeyBanc Upgrades Airbnb On Hotel Growth, Valuation

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:10:01 +0530

KeyBanc upgraded Airbnb to Overweight with a $191 price target, implying a 19% upside.
The firm believes hotels could be a second long-term growth driver for Airbnb.
KeyBanc said Airbnb is trading at a discount compared to its lodging peers.

Airbnb Inc. (ABNB) stock is looking to snap a four-week losing streak after KeyBanc upgraded the travel rental platform to ‘Overweight’. The firm sees the company’s core business maintaining solid growth, while expanding hotel bookings could add momentum, with shares trading below historical valuation levels.

Airbnb stock edged nearly 1% higher overnight Thursday. The stock is up nearly 2% so far this week. September was Airbnb’s worst month since March 2025.

Airbnb Hotels Add Another Growth Avenue

KeyBanc analyst Sergio Segura upgraded Airbnb to ‘Overweight’ from ‘Sector Weight’ and assigned a $191 price target, implying a 19% upside to the stock’s last closing price.

Segura said Airbnb’s main business is showing signs of becoming more durable, with new products helping support its expansion. The analyst believes the company’s growth is increasingly being driven by its product strategy rather than temporary factors.

Airbnb’s hotel business is also gaining importance. KeyBanc views hotel bookings as a potential second engine that could add to the company’s longer-term growth as the platform expands beyond its traditional short-term rental base.

Airbnb’s Valuation Looks More Attractive

The analyst noted that Airbnb’s shares are trading below their median valuation level from the past three years. The stock also trades at a discount to established lodging companies, despite what KeyBanc sees as stronger growth and improving operating momentum.

Last month, Citizens analyst Matthew Condon also raised Airbnb’s price target to $200 from $190 while keeping an ‘Outperform’ rating. He sees hotel expansion and AI-powered pricing tools as key growth drivers through the second half of 2026 and into 2027.

In its fiscal second-quarter (Q2) earnings, the company said about 35% of first-time guests who book a hotel through Airbnb later return to book a home. Hotels still make up a single-digit percentage of total bookings, but they are growing quickly. Airbnb’s Hotel bookings are increasing at about three times the rate of its home business.

On Wednesday, Airbnb said it is expanding its travel platform with new social features and AI-powered planning tools. Travelers in the U.S. can use natural language or voice to search for homes, experiences, and services. AI-powered filters can identify relevant amenities based on simple keywords, while AI-generated summaries will highlight key listing features.

ABNB Stock: Retail Stance

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock improved to ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’ the previous day.

ABNB stock has gained over 18% year-to-date.

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ASTS Stock Rises Overnight: New Commercial Chief Brings Google Fi, SiriusXM Chops While Retail Weighs Big 3 Satellite JV

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:05:01 +0530

Thorsen brings experience from SiriusXM, ADT and Google, including work spanning Google Fi, Pixel, Nest and Fitbit.
AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon formalized a technology-neutral satellite JV to reduce dead zones and expand direct-to-device connectivity.
The carriers said existing satellite agreements will remain intact, preserving AST’s relationships with AT&T and Verizon.

Shares of AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) rose 1% overnight late Thursday after fresh filings revealed a new commercial chief with experience spanning Google Fi and SiriusXM and a 200,000-RSU award, while investors weighed what a new satellite joint venture between AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon could mean for the company.

ASTS stock fell 3.1% to $57.04 on Thursday, extending its losing streak to four sessions and bringing its weekly decline to 8%.

New AST Commercial Chief Lands 200,000-RSU Grant

A regulatory filing from late Thursday identified Wayne Thorsen as AST SpaceMobile's executive vice president and chief commercial officer, highlighting his background across wireless, devices and distribution as the company moves toward commercialization.

A separate Form 4 disclosed a 200,000-RSU award dated Monday. The units vest one-third annually over three years, subject to continued service, with each representing a contingent right to one Class A share. At Thursday's $57.04 close, the 200,000 shares were worth about $11.4 million.

Thorsen most recently served as SiriusXM's executive vice president and chief operating officer until July. He previously served as ADT's chief business officer and spent nearly five years as Google's vice president of devices and services business development, where his responsibilities included partnerships spanning Google Fi, Pixel, Nest, Fitbit and other products.

His appointment comes as AST works to turn its relationships with mobile network operators into commercial satellite connectivity, just as the three largest U.S. wireless carriers formalize a framework for satellite services.

Big 3 Satellite JV Leaves Existing ASTS Deals Intact

AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon said Thursday that they entered into a JV to expand satellite-enabled connectivity in underserved areas across the U.S., formalizing an initiative first announced in May.

Industry veteran Paul Roth was named interim CEO. The JV aims to reduce dead zones, expand direct-to-device access and establish common technical specifications, while operating as a tech-neutral platform to give more satellite providers opportunities to compete.

For AST investors, one detail stands out: existing carrier-satellite agreements will remain in place, and each carrier can continue pursuing connectivity initiatives independently. This matters because AT&T and Verizon already work with AST SpaceMobile, while T-Mobile's direct-to-cell partner is Starlink.

AT&T CEO John Stankey made clear in May that the carrier intended to continue its relationship with AST. “We've had a great relationship with AST SpaceMobile,” Stankey said, adding that AT&T would “continue on that path.” AST CEO Abel Avellan also welcomed the original JV plan, saying AST intended to be a “key enabler of this transformation” as it expands its low-Earth-orbit network and available spectrum.

AST later said its existing agreements were “not affected” by the proposed JV and added that the structure could potentially open additional U.S. carrier opportunities.

ASTS Retail Sees Opportunity And Starlink Risk In Carrier JV

The announcement had ASTS watchers on Stocktwits debating whether the carrier JV could broaden AST's opportunity or boost competition from Starlink. Sentiment for ASTS on the platform dipped slightly within the ‘bullish’ territory from a day ago amid ‘high’ message volumes.

ASTS sentiment and message volume as of October 1 | Source: Stocktwits

One user highlighted the tech-neutral nature of the venture, saying the carriers could “work with whoever. Not just ASTS”. Another trader took the opposite view, pointing to T-Mobile's existing Starlink service as a competitive threat to AST.

A more optimistic ASTS user said they were “pretty stoked” about what was happening behind the scenes with the “MNO JV”, adding: “It's gonna be some ride for sure.”

BlueBird Progress, FCC Push Fail To Halt ASTS Slide

The stock has fallen this week despite several operational catalysts. AST shipped BlueBirds 14, 15 and 16 to Cape Canaveral ahead of launch, and Avellan met FCC Chairman Brendan Carr as the company pushed for more spectrum for direct-to-device service.

Competition is also intensifying. SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell said in August that the company intended to make Starlink “a true mobile service” and expected to win “quite a few” customers from the Big Three.

ASTS stock has declined 21% year-to-date.

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Google Just Sent Its AI Chips Into Space — Now Comes The Hard Part

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:00:06 +0530

Google’s TPUs reached orbit aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-18 mission, marking the chips’ first trip into space.
Project Suncatcher is testing the chips against radiation, extreme heat and launch conditions.
GOOGL stock declined the last two days, even as the retail sentiment on Stocktwits moved higher to ‘bullish.’

Alphabet, Inc. (GOOGL) has put its Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) into orbit for the first time, testing whether Google’s custom chips can survive the harsh space environment for a range of applications.

Google launched the first prototype for Project Suncatcher, its moonshot effort to determine whether large-scale AI computing could eventually be moved into low-Earth orbit.

The prototype launched aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-18 rideshare mission on Thursday, carrying the TPUs into orbit. SpaceX confirmed the mission carried 130 payloads to low-Earth orbit.

The satellite was built in partnership with Planet Labs PBC (PL), which Google enlisted to develop the spacecraft platform. Planet Labs said when it announced the partnership last year that the project was designed to test Google’s TPUs in space and eventually demonstrate high-bandwidth communication between satellites.

The current mission is not an orbital data center. Google’s prototype is primarily designed to determine whether its AI chips can withstand launch forces, radiation and the unusual thermal environment of space.

Google Has Three Big Problems To Solve

Radiation, cooling and networking remain key challenges for Google’s space-based AI ambitions.

The company said tests of its Trillium TPUs using a proton beam showed the chips could withstand radiation beyond what they would face during a five-year mission, although the attached high-bandwidth memory was more sensitive.

With no airflow in space, Google is also testing heat pipes and radiators to move heat away from the TPUs, while its longer-term vision calls for satellite clusters linked by high-bandwidth optical connections.

Planet Lab said on Thursday that it successfully made initial contact with Tanager-2, the Project Suncatcher prototype, and two SuperDoves and began the commissioning process.

Planet expects to make contact with the remaining 16 SuperDoves that will deploy on the D-Orbit ION orbital transfer vehicle on schedule. This marks Planet’s 40th successful launch and a total of 718 satellites built and delivered on orbit.

Why Put AI In Space?

Google said satellites in the right low-Earth orbits could receive up to eight times more solar power than solar panels on Earth, while also having access to sunlight for much longer periods. That could potentially address one of the biggest constraints facing AI data centers: power.

But the economics still depend heavily on launch costs. Google’s research previously estimated that if launch costs eventually fall to around $200 per kilogram, the economics of powering computing infrastructure in space could begin to approach those of terrestrial data centers.

“1kw of TPUs per sat. Godspeed to Google. TPU inference on orbit make total sense. Now they just need to scale that up 100x power,” said Aaron Burnett, CEO of space-tech research firm Mach33 Financial Group.

Google’s Gemini 4 Argon

Alphabet unveiled Gemini 4 Argon on Wednesday, a new frontier AI model that Morningstar said “leads or ties” competing models from OpenAI and Anthropic across a range of industry benchmarks, and analysts’ reactions are pouring in.

Morningstar said the launch is particularly significant because Alphabet appeared to have lost ground at the AI frontier. Its previous flagship, Gemini 3.1 Pro, had last been considered close to the frontier “almost 10 months ago,” raising questions among investors about Google’s ability to consistently produce top-tier models.

The biggest improvement appears to be agentic coding, with long-horizon software-engineering benchmarks showing a “clear upgrade” over Gemini 3.8 Flash and bringing it broadly in line with Anthropic and OpenAI models, Morningstar said.

Google is also pricing Gemini 4 “significantly lower” than rival frontier models, which Morningstar sees as a push to accelerate adoption.

GOOGL Stock Move, Retail View

GOOGL stock fell 4% on Wednesday and another 1% on Thursday, also pressured by a U.S. judge indicating that a class-action lawsuit alleging Google monopolized the digital advertising market could proceed to a jury trial. The plaintiffs are seeking $3.2 billion in damages.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for GOOGL was ‘bullish.’ The stock is up 8.3% year to date.

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NFLX Stock On Track For Fifth Week Of Declines: Analyst Raises Concerns Over Growth After Co-CEO’s Remarks

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:00:06 +0530

“We are, though, also doing things that create a lot of headwind to that number,” Sarandos added.
Wells Fargo said the comments indicate that “not is well” for Netflix’s content and engagement.
The analyst said Sarandos’ comments may raise more questions about the company's third-quarter earnings and 2027.

Shares of Netflix Inc. (NFLX) are headed for a fifth week of declines amid growth concerns and a slowdown in user engagement.

Meanwhile, the company’s co-CEO, Ted Sarandos, said the streaming giant is not growing as quickly as he would like.

Wells Fargo said the comments indicate that “not is well” for Netflix’s content and engagement, according to The Fly.

What Is Wells Fargo’s Concerns About Netflix?

The analyst said Sarandos’ comments may raise more questions about the company's third-quarter earnings and 2027.

On Thursday, Sarandos said at Bloomberg's Screentime conference, “Overall, we’re not growing as fast as I want us to, and we’re working on making that move faster.”

“We are, though, also doing things that create a lot of headwind to that number,” he added.

Wells has a $57 price target on NFLX shares and an ‘Underweight’ rating on the company. The target implies a downside of nearly 16% from the company’s last closing price.

Growth Concerns At Netflix

Netflix reported second-quarter results in July, highlighting moderating growth and engagement concerns as revenue rose 13% year-over-year to $12.56 billion, while first-half viewing hours increased just 2% and viewing of its Top 10 originals declined 4%.

Net income rose 9% to $3.4 billion, but free cash flow fell to $1.52 billion from $2.3 billion a year earlier.

To boost growth, the streaming giant is working to expand beyond its core business, with about 5% of its $20 billion content budget directed toward live programming.

Additionally, the company is also slating broader theatrical releases for some of its biggest films.

NFLX stock is down more than 25% in 2026.

NFLX Stock: Retail Stance

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around NFLX stock was ‘bullish’ at the time of writing amid ‘normal’ message volumes.

One user said, “$NFLX it’s funny how Wall Street has a way of trying to make people panic sell. Just hold this.”

Another user said, “$NFLX It's gonna be fun to watch this rip to $75 sooner than later.” The company's shares last closed at $67.85 on Thursday.

A third user, however, noted, “$NFLX Paramount-Warner will destroy Netflix moat.”

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Anthropic Reportedly Sends Investors IPO Invitations Ahead Of Potential Thanksgiving Debut

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:05:01 +0530

Anthropic plans to host an investor day on Oct. 14 at its San Francisco headquarters to field questions from major institutional investors.
The company is aiming for a formal IPO marketing launch as early as the week of Nov. 9, which could allow trading to begin before Thanksgiving.
Investors estimate Anthropic's fair value between $1.8 trillion and $2 trillion, with expectations that the deal could match or exceed the scale of SpaceX's initial public offering.

Artificial intelligence research firm Anthropic PBC is scheduling a gathering for potential investors as it targets a late-autumn stock market debut, according to a Bloomberg report.

People familiar with the matter told Bloomberg that Anthropic has issued invitations for an Oct. 14 investor event at its headquarters in San Francisco. The meeting will allow a select group of institutional investors to interact directly with senior management as the enterprise-focused AI developer prepares its public offering.

The scheduled gathering keeps the maker of the Claude AI assistant on track for a tentative November stock listing. Bloomberg previously reported that formal marketing efforts for the IPO could launch as soon as the week of Nov. 9, setting up the debut before the Thanksgiving holiday.

However, sources quoted by Bloomberg noted that specifics of the public offering remain subject to change, while a company spokesperson declined to comment.

Commercial Traction And Valuation

Although Anthropic's flagship product, Claude, lacks the broad consumer brand awareness of OpenAI's ChatGPT, the company has built significant momentum with corporate clients and software development teams. Its enterprise adoption is bolstered by strategic partnerships with major software providers, such as Salesforce Inc., alongside integration across hedge funds and major financial institutions searching for steady revenue generation.

Investors cited by Bloomberg put Anthropic's fair valuation range between $1.8 trillion and $2 trillion. Internal expectations suggest the share sale could meet or surpass the size of SpaceX's (SPCX) IPO.

Market Dynamics And Industry Challenges

Anthropic’s push toward the public market comes as rival OpenAI postpones its own listing plans. OpenAI is currently pursuing a fresh funding round targeting at least $30 billion, aiming for a valuation near $1.4 trillion.

Both AI developers face growing public and regulatory scrutiny over AI security after recent high-profile hacking incidents involving autonomous digital agents, adding a backdrop of safety scrutiny as Anthropic approaches its market debut.

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits towards Anthropic was ‘bullish,’ with ‘high’ message volumes.

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NKE Stock Slumps About 9% After-Hours On A Soft Full-Year Forecast: CEO Says The Fix Will Take Time

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:00:07 +0530

CFO Dave Denton said operating profit would fall by a greater percentage than revenue in fiscal 2027, and that the supply cuts would pressure revenue for the rest of fiscal 2027 and into fiscal 2028.
Nike Sportswear, just under half of quarterly revenue, saw sales fall by a low double-digit rate.
Jordan Brand, 13% of the business, saw sales fall by a mid-teens rate in the quarter.

Shares of Nike Inc. (NKE) slumped 9% after hours on Thursday after CEO Elliott Hill said the fix in Nike Sportswear, Jordan Brand, and Greater China businesses “will take time” and issued a full-year forecast that disappointed Wall Street.

Nike earned $0.48 a share in the fiscal first quarter, ahead of the $0.43 analysts expected, on revenue of $11.2 billion, down 4% and short of a roughly $11.3 billion consensus.

It then guided fiscal 2027 revenue to a high-single-digit decline and adjusted earnings to $1.15 to $1.35 a share, excluding about $0.15 of restructuring costs. Analysts had been looking for closer to $1.67. Chief financial officer Dave Denton said operating profit would fall by a greater percentage than revenue in fiscal 2027, and that the supply cuts would pressure revenue for the rest of fiscal 2027 and into fiscal 2028.

NKE's Forecast That Pushed The Recovery Out

Denton, on his first earnings call, said the outlook was an initial read after several weeks inside the company, and that Nike would update it at an investor day in November. The second quarter alone carries a roughly 4-percentage-point headwind from a tough comparison with last year’s promotions in Europe and a heavier wholesale sell-in in North America.

“We are not at a standing start,” he said. “Significant and valuable work has already been done.”

Cutting Supply To Rebuild Demand

Chief executive Elliott Hill said the performance business is growing, but not yet large enough to offset the pressure in sportswear, Jordan, and China.

Nike Sportswear, just under half of quarterly revenue, saw sales fall by a low double-digit rate. A planned cut of nearly 50% in Dunk sales took about $200 million out of the quarter, and older sportswear shoes sold through worse than expected. Jordan Brand, 13% of the business, saw sales fall by a mid-teens rate.

Hill said Nike had asked its retro shoes to do too much and would cut the volume and frequency of launches. “When consumers see the Jumpman, it should feel special. It should feel earned,” he said.

Greater China sales fell 26% on a currency-neutral basis. Nike is pulling product out of discount channels and concentrating digital sales on its own flagship storefronts on Tmall, JD.com, and Douyin. Hill said that cleanup will take multiple seasons.

Nike Performance Is Growing. It Is Not Enough.

The performance portfolio, which grew to $16 billion last year, saw sales rise at a high single-digit rate in the quarter. Running sales were up double digits, and Nike said it has nearly tripled its share of max-cushion shoes. Global football sales grew by a strong double-digit rate in every region, and World Cup team-kit sales doubled versus 2022. Training, tennis, and golf sales also grew double digits.

NKE's $2.5B Reset Plan

Nike expects about $2.5 billion in savings, mostly in fiscal 2029 and 2030, at a cost of about $1 billion, on top of $300 million of severance already booked. It is opening a campus in Bengaluru, India, folding four geographic divisions into three by pairing North America with Latin America and Asia-Pacific with Greater China, and cutting roles over time. The new structure is aimed at fiscal 2028.

How Did NKE Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around NKE stock stayed ‘bullish’ over the past 24 hours, while message volume rose from ‘high’ to ‘extremely high’ levels.

A Stocktwits user termed the selloff a “lifetime opportunity to buy.”

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Another voiced hopes for a bounce back in the stock, citing the company’s reputation.

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A third user, however, highlighted competition and the rising cost of living.

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NKE stock has fallen 45% year-to-date.

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Boeing Workers Avert Strike Threat With New Four-Year Deal — BA Stock Jumps 3%

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:10:01 +0530

SPEEA members representing about 13,000 engineers and 4,000 technical workers ratified new four-year contracts.
Jefferies reiterated its Buy rating and $265 price target, saying the agreement removes near-term risk to 737 production and 777X certification.
BA retail sentiment jumped to ‘extremely bullish’ from ‘bullish’ on Stocktwits, while message volume remained ‘high.’

Boeing (BA) shares rose more than 3% during regular trading on Thursday after the company’s largest white-collar union approved new four-year contracts, removing the immediate threat of a strike that could have disrupted production and certification work. The agreement covers thousands of Boeing engineers and technical workers and comes as the aircraft maker works to increase jet production and secure federal approval for the delayed 737 MAX 10 and 777X.

At the time of writing, BA stock was down 0.04% in after-hours trading.

Boeing Workers Approve Four-Year Contracts

The Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (SPEEA), which represents about 13,000 Boeing engineers and 4,000 technical workers, said members of both its professional and technical bargaining units had ratified four-year contract offers from Boeing.

The professional unit, which includes engineers, approved its contract with 67.62% of the vote, while the technical unit backed its agreement with 53.48% support.

“We secured many victories that some thought were completely out of reach when this negotiation cycle started,” SPEEA said in a release.

Under the new contracts, workers will receive a 10% wage increase upon ratification, followed by annual raises of 4%. The agreements also provide the potential for an additional 2% performance-based increase, Reuters reported.

Strike Threat Removed

The union vote removes the immediate prospect of a work stoppage after Boeing employees had rejected the company’s initial proposal.

The existing contracts were due to expire on Oct. 6, with a strike potentially beginning as soon as Oct. 7. The new agreements allow Boeing to avoid that disruption as it works to stabilize and increase production of its fast-selling jets.

Boeing said it was “pleased with the outcome of the vote,” according to CNBC.

Jefferies Says Production Risk Eases

Jefferies reiterated its ‘Buy’ rating and $265 price target for Boeing following the union vote. The firm added that the agreement removes near-term risk to 737 production and 777X certification.

BA Stock: Stocktwits Retail Sentiment

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for BA jumped to ‘extremely bullish’ from ‘bullish’ over the past 24 hours, while message volume remained ‘high’ at the time of writing.

BA shares have dropped nearly 11% year-to-date.

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Vylor Takes Corteva’s S&P 500 Seat, Twilio Set To Replace Warner Bros. Discovery — Both Stocks Rise After-Hours

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:05:01 +0530

Vylor replaced Corteva in the S&P 500 on Thursday, the day the separation between the two closed and regular-way trading under the ticker VYLR began on the New York Stock Exchange.
Twilio will replace Warner Bros. Discovery in the S&P 500.
Corteva replaces Olin in the MidCap 400.

Shares of Vylor (VYLR) and Twilio (TWLO) rose in after-hours trading on Thursday after S&P Dow Jones Indices said both will be added to the S&P 500, a change that forces index funds to buy the stocks.

Vylor, the seed and genetics business Corteva (CTVA) spun off, was added immediately. Twilio, the cloud software company, joins before the market open on Tuesday. While VYLR edged up 3% after-hours, TWLO gained 1.2%.

A Spin-Off Takes Corteva’s Seat

Vylor replaced Corteva in the S&P 500 on Thursday, the day the separation closed and regular-way trading under the ticker VYLR began on the New York Stock Exchange. Corteva itself leaves the S&P 500 before the open on October 6 and drops into the S&P MidCap 400. S&P said the smaller post-spin company is a better fit for the mid-cap index.

Twilio Moves Up From The MidCap 400

Twilio will replace Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) in the S&P 500 before the open on October 6, and will leave the MidCap 400 the same morning. Inclusion tends to lift a stock because funds that track the index have to own it. Twilio had been in the MidCap 400 since August 2025.

Warner Bros. Discovery is coming out because Paramount Skydance (PSKY) is buying it, in a deal S&P said is expected to close soon, pending final conditions. After the merger, Paramount Skydance will switch its main listing to the New York Stock Exchange.

Rest Of The Shuffle

The Corteva move pushes others down the index ladder. Corteva replaces Olin (OLN) in the MidCap 400. Olin then replaces Qorvo in the S&P SmallCap 600. Qorvo (QRVO) is being bought by Skyworks Solutions (SWKS), an S&P 500 company, in a deal also expected to close soon.

FormFactor (FORM) moves up from the SmallCap 600 to the MidCap 400, taking the seat Twilio leaves. Workiva (WK) replaces FormFactor in the SmallCap 600. All of those changes take effect before the open on Tuesday.

How Did TWLO, CTVA Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around TWLO stayed in ‘bullish’ territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume remained ‘high.’

Meanwhile, sentiment for CTVA rose from ‘bearish’ to ‘extremely bullish,’ alongside retail chatter increasing from ‘normal’ to ‘extremely high’ levels.

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S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Futures Inch Higher As Investors Cheer Cooling Yields — GOOGL, MU, MAT, NVDA In Focus

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:08 +0530

The S&P 500 ended Thursday 0.2% higher, the Nasdaq 100 rose 0.3%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.04%.
Fed Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari told Bloomberg Television he doesn’t know how high rates will have to go to cool prices.
Micron posted blockbuster after-hours earnings on Wednesday, with revenue quadrupling last quarter.

S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq futures rose after the market closed higher on Thursday, mainly on easing Treasury yields.

The S&P 500 ended Thursday 0.2% higher, the Nasdaq 100 rose 0.3%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.04%. The Russell 2000, which tracks small-cap stocks, gained 0.4%.

Following market close, S&P 500 futures were up 0.03%, while futures tied to Dow Jones Industrial Average were up 10 points, or 0.02%. Nasdaq-100 futures advanced 0.07% at the time of writing.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) rose 0.3%, the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF (DIA) was flat, and the Nasdaq-100 tracking Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) added 0.5%.

Meanwhile, the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) and the iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) rose about 1.5%, tracking gains in Nvidia (NVDA) and Micron Tech (MU). The broader Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) added about 1.2%.

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits for QQQ, SPY, and DIA was ‘bullish’ with ‘high’ message volumes.

US Market Drivers

Index	Move	Close
Dow Jones Industrial Average	0.04%	50,926.56
S&P 500	0.2%	7,666.45
Nasdaq 100	0.3%	30,501.56

Treasury yields reversed course during late-morning action, with 10-year and 30-year yields sliding 5 and 3 basis points, respectively. Short-term rates fell more sharply, as the 2-year Treasury yield dropped 10 basis points.

Crude prices pushed higher following reports from The Wall Street Journal that Washington is deploying a third aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East. Brent crude futures surged over 4% to finish at $102.31 per barrel, while domestic West Texas Intermediate futures rose 2.7% to settle at $92.87 a barrel.

Market focus shifts to Friday’s September employment data, where Dow Jones consensus projections anticipate 84,000 payroll additions and an unchanged unemployment rate of 4.1%.

The upcoming release arrives as investors weigh the Federal Reserve’s path, with traders pricing in a 72% probability that policymakers hold borrowing costs steady in October.

“We continue to think the Fed remains oriented towards a limited two or three hike mini-cycle in the base case,” Krishna Guha at Evercore told Bloomberg. “It does not currently see demand so strong as to create obvious danger of demand-driven overheating risk.”

Key Trending Stocks

Tech giant Google could face jury trials that could cost the company more than $3.2 billion in damages over its alleged monopolization of the digital advertising market, a federal judge in New York ruled late on Wednesday.

Mattel Inc. (MAT): The Barbie maker reportedly attracted takeover interest from brand-licensing giant Authentic Brands Group.

Renowned investor Michael Burry has issued a stark warning to technology investors, alleging that the aggressive capital deployment into artificial intelligence infrastructure mirrors the unsustainable computer-leasing mania of the late 1960s.

Anthropic PBC could reportedly be preparing for a mid-November stock market debut, with the artificial intelligence company behind Claude potentially starting formal marketing for its initial public offering as early as the week of Nov. 9.

Micron Technology (MU) CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said on Thursday morning that demand for memory is outpacing the company’s ability to supply it, with tight market conditions expected to persist through 2028.

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OCUL Stock On Track For Worst Week In 2.5 Years As Rivals Raise The Bar In Wet AMD

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:10:01 +0530

OCUL stock closed down 22% on Monday and continued to drop on Wednesday and Thursday.
The current popular treatment for Wet AMD is Regeneron’s Eylea.
Ocular still plans to file for approval of AXPAXLI in the fourth quarter of 2026.

Shares of Ocular Therapeutix Inc (OCUL) fell 5% on Thursday and are on track for their worst week since April 2024, after two rivals posted positive updates in the crowded market for longer-lasting eye injections.

The stock closed down 21% on Monday and continued to drop on Wednesday and Thursday after a brief 3% recovery on Tuesday, as competitors posted positive clinical updates that weighed on optimism around Ocular’s lead drug, AXPAXLI, aimed at treating Wet age-related macular degeneration.

KOD, FDMT Raise The Durability Bar

Wet AMD is a form of vision loss driven by leaky blood vessels under the retina. The standard drug, Regeneron’s Eylea, works, but patients need repeated injections into the eye. The race is on to see how long a dose can last.

Kodiak Sciences said earlier this week that its late-stage DAYBREAK study met its main goals. Two experimental drugs, Zenkuda and tabirafusp-ted, matched Eylea on vision after one year in patients who had not been treated before. Researchers measured vision as the change in how many letters a patient could read. Kodiak also said 54% of Zenkuda patients were on a six-month schedule at one year, under strict rules that called for a new shot if any fluid showed up on a scan. The company reported no cases of inflammation inside the eye with Zenkuda and a cataract rate of 0.5%, versus 0.9% with Eylea. It plans to file Zenkuda with the FDA in the fourth quarter. Kodiak shares more than doubled on the update on Monday and are up 160% so far this week.

4D Molecular Therapeutics, meanwhile, said the first patients had entered 4SIGHT, a late-stage trial of its one-time gene therapy, 4D-150, in diabetic macular edema, a related disease. Updated two-year data from an earlier study showed lasting gains in vision and retinal swelling, and fewer extra shots than standard Eylea dosing, the company said. 4D-150 is already in late-stage testing for wet AMD.

Ocular’s Own Path Is Unchanged

Ocular’s lead drug, AXPAXLI, is a dissolving implant that slowly releases axitinib inside the eye, aiming for months of control from a single shot. A late-stage study met its main goal in February, and a mid-September meeting with the FDA was described as positive. The company still plans to file in the fourth quarter of 2026, with a possible launch in 2027.

RBC Capital Markets analyst Lisa Walter called Monday’s drop overdone, arguing the valuation does not reflect a drug that could reach about $1 billion in sales a few years after launch, and said Ocular still has the best-positioned long-acting treatment, according to a report from Investing.com.

How Did OCUL Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around OCUL stock stayed in ‘extremely bullish’ territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume remained ‘extremely high.’

A Stocktwits user said that the company must be valued at about $6 billion. OCUL is currently valued at about $1.6 billion

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Another user opined that the selloff might increase the chances of a buyout, given the company is a “steal” at its current valuation compared with Kodiak’s market valuation of $6.19 billion.

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OCUL stock has dropped 40% year-to-date.

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Michael Burry Warns Nvidia, AI Infrastructure Expansion Mirroring 1960s Computer Leasing Bubble

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:05:01 +0530

Burry says Nvidia’s recent presentations on residual GPU values rely on long-term discounted cash flow models rather than actual secondary market prices.
Recent rebounds in older GPU rental rates stem from global memory and energy bottlenecks, not long-term hardware durability.
The widespread use of GPU-backed debt financing and private credit to build out AI capacity echoes the unsustainable 1960s tech leasing models, Burry says.

Writing in his Substack newsletter, Cassandra Unchained, Burry highlights what he views as structural accounting and financial flaws in the AI market, specifically targeting Nvidia Corp.'s (NVDA) claims regarding graphics processing unit (GPU) residual values and depreciation schedules.

A point to note is that Burry also repositioned his portfolio last week, replacing short common-stock positions with put options.

Burry covered all his short common-stock positions in Micron (MU), Nebius (NBIS), Caterpillar (CAT), iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX), CoreWeave (CRWV), Nvidia (NVDA) and Palantir (PLTR). He replaced the Nvidia short with September 2027 puts at strikes in the mid $100s.

Accounting Realities

At the center of Burry’s criticism is a slide from Nvidia's late-September investor presentation that showed AI infrastructure retains high residual value well beyond standard five-year accelerated depreciation schedules. Market bulls celebrated the data as evidence of the hardware's lasting economic value.

However, Burry asserts that the chart—derived from analytics firm Silicon Data—does not reflect actual resale prices for second-hand equipment. Instead, it maps a discounted cash flow (DCF) model based on forward rental-income projections over an assumed eight-year physical chip life.

Burry notes that comparing an eight-year cash flow model against a steep five-year depreciation curve creates an "apples-to-oranges" illusion. He contends that Nvidia’s reliance on accelerated depreciation curves is an implicit admission of how severely each new product generation devalues its predecessors.

The Memory Bottleneck

While older chip architectures like the A100 and H100 have seen stabilized or rising rental rates in recent months, Burry points out that this trend stems from acute supply-chain bottlenecks rather than the silicon's intrinsic durability.

"A chip earning more than it costs is a sign of scarcity due to memory and power shortages, not GPU die shortages and not durability," Burry writes.

Once these underlying component shortages ease and newer, more efficient architectures like Nvidia's Vera Rubin ramp up, Burry notes, rental prices for legacy hardware are expected to drop significantly.

Similarities With 1968 Computer Leasing Crisis

To illustrate the trajectory of the current AI boom, Burry points to 1968, when third-party computer leasing companies undercut IBM by offering extended eight-year depreciation schedules compared to IBM's conservative four-year timeline.

While those 1960s leasing startups were correct that mainframes would physically function for years, they failed to anticipate how drastically rental yields would collapse when IBM launched its next-generation System/370. By 1970, computer leasing equities fell by roughly 80%, wiping out heavily leveraged funds and sparking industry-wide insolvencies.

Burry warns that a similar dynamic is unfolding across modern neoclouds and private equity-backed data centers. With hundreds of billions of dollars in GPU buildouts increasingly financed through structured debt, asset-backed loans, and private credit channels, any sudden compression in rental yields could shift massive liabilities onto institutional lenders and private insurers.

NVDA Stock: Retail View

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits was ‘neutral’ with ‘normal’ message volumes.

NVDA stock has gained 23% year-to-date.

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ON, SYNA Climb After-Hours As The $7B Stock Deal Becomes A $5.7B Cash Bid

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:00:07 +0530

Deal closing is still expected by mid-2027.
onsemi chief executive Hassane El-Khoury said the all-cash structure is more attractive for his shareholders because the total cost is lower, and that the deal is now expected to add to adjusted earnings as soon as it closes.
Synaptics CEO Rahul Patel said the shift to cash gives holders value certainty at a meaningful premium to the current price.

Synaptics (SYNA) shares jumped about 16% in after-hours trading on Thursday after onsemi (ON) agreed to buy the chipmaker for cash instead of stock, revising a merger deal the two companies entered into in June.

The change followed an unsolicited competing proposal from a third party, onsemi said. The company did not name the third party.

ON shares edged up 7% after-hours on the news, after closing the regular session up 4%.

The New ON-SYNA Deal

Under the new agreement, onsemi will pay $123 a share in cash, for an aggregate value of about $5.7 billion for Synaptics. The companies said that compares with about $7 billion under the earlier all-stock deal.

Deal closing is still expected by mid-2027, subject to a vote by Synaptics shareholders, regulatory approvals, and other customary conditions. The Federal Trade Commission has already cleared the transaction. Regulators in other jurisdictions are still reviewing it.

Synaptics will fund the purchase with cash on hand and committed debt financing from Morgan Stanley. The amended agreement does not make financing a condition of closing.

How The Deal Changed

The June agreement was an all-stock transaction. Synaptics holders would receive 1.350 onsemi shares for each Synaptics share, a fixed ratio that implied about 12% of the combined company and a premium of about 19% over the two stocks’ 10-day volume-weighted average prices at the time. The deal was expected to add to adjusted earnings within 18 months and yield about $200 million in annual run-rate synergies.

The revision drops the share exchange. onsemi shareholders will not be diluted, and Synaptics holders get a fixed cash price rather than a stake whose value moves with onsemi’s stock.

At Thursday’s close near $80, the old ratio would have been worth about $108 a share. The $123 cash price sits above that implied value and about 16% above Synaptics’ regular-session close of $106.15.

ON, SYNA Execs Weigh In

onsemi chief executive Hassane El-Khoury said the all-cash structure is more attractive for his shareholders because the total cost is lower, and that the deal is now expected to add to adjusted earnings as soon as it closes. He also said the company has found further gains beyond the $200 million of synergies already identified, from revenue overlaps and from bringing some Synaptics production in-house, though those are expected only after the first 18 months.

Synaptics’ board, after reviewing the competing approach with its advisers, unanimously concluded that the amended onsemi deal remains in shareholders’ interests. Chief executive Rahul Patel said the shift to cash gives holders value certainty at a meaningful premium to the current price.

El-Khoury kept the original strategic case. Synaptics’ human-machine interface and sensing businesses, he said, throw off predictable cash that can fund onsemi’s connected-compute push and complement its AI data-center growth.

How Did ON, SYNA Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around ON stock stayed within neutral territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume stayed at normal levels.

Meanwhile, sentiment around SYNA rose from ‘bullish’ to ‘extremely bullish’ over the past 24 hours, while retail chatter stayed ‘extremely high.’

“$ON that was a pretty clear turn,” a Stocktwits user said about the revised deal.

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MAT Stock Jumps 23% — Authentic Brands Reportedly Eyes $6B-Plus Takeover Of Mattel

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 02:10:01 +0530

Authentic Brands has reportedly discussed a private offer of more than $20 a share, valuing Mattel at around $6 billion or more.
The WSJ says there is no guarantee Mattel will accept the approach, while another suitor could emerge.
Authentic’s strategy centers on acquiring and reviving distressed brands and undervalued intellectual property, with recent deals involving Lee and Guess.

Mattel Inc. (MAT) shares surged more than 23% on Thursday afternoon after the Barbie maker reportedly attracted takeover interest from brand-licensing giant Authentic Brands Group.

Authentic has approached Mattel and privately discussed an offer that could value the company at more than $20 a share, or around $6 billion or more, according to The Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the matter.

The potential deal comes as Mattel deals with a sliding stock and an upcoming chief-executive transition.

Authentic Brands Eyes Mattel, Says WSJ

There is no guarantee Mattel will be receptive to Authentic’s approach or that the two sides will reach a deal, the WSJ reported. Another suitor could also emerge, according to people familiar with the matter.

A formal sale process for Mattel is not currently underway, one person told the Journal.

Authentic’s interest would fit with its strategy of buying and reviving distressed brands and undervalued intellectual property. Billionaire founder Jamie Salter built the company’s empire by acquiring labels including Reebok and Champion.

In May, Authentic struck a roughly $1 billion deal with apparel retailer Kontoor Brands to buy its Lee denim and casual-clothing business. It also agreed to a $1.4 billion deal to take private Guess, another jeans maker. Separately, Authentic manages the likenesses of celebrities and athletes, including Shaquille O’Neal and David Beckham, the WSJ report stated.

Mattel Faces Leadership Transition

Mattel has been dealing with a sliding stock and a chief-executive transition. On Wednesday, the company named Condé Nast Chief Executive Roger Lynch as its next CEO, sending shares down 4%.

Lynch, who was already on Mattel’s board, will become chairman on Friday, Oct. 2, and take over as CEO next month, the company said. He succeeds Ynon Kreiz, who is leaving to become co-CEO of Paramount.

Mattel Under Pressure To Unlock Value

The maker of Hot Wheels cars and American Girl dolls has been struggling to grow beyond toys and into entertainment. Mattel has also faced pressure from investors, notably Southeastern Asset Management, to raise funds from a private-equity investor or sell itself entirely, according to the WSJ report.

MAT Stock: Stocktwits Retail Sentiment

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for MAT jumped to ‘extremely bullish’ from ‘bullish’ over the past 24 hours, while message volume improved to ‘extremely high’ from ‘high’ at the time of writing.

MAT shares have dropped nearly 24% year-to-date.

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NKTR Stock Eyes Worst Day In Over 3 Years On Rezpeg Data: William Blair Still Sees A Durability Edge

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 02:05:01 +0530

Between week 36 and week 52 of the mid-stage REZOLVE-AA alopecia study, 29% of patients on the lower dose and 31% on the higher dose newly reached a level of hair coverage that leaves 20% or less of the scalp bare.
In the companion REZOLVE-AD study in moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, patients who switched to monthly or every-three-month injections largely held their gains in rash clearance and itch through week 52.
William Blair analyst Andy Hsieh kept an Outperform rating, saying the update adds to evidence that rezpeg has a material durability advantage over current standard treatments.

Shares of Nektar Therapeutics (NKTR) fell sharply by 21% on Thursday even as the company reported that its experimental skin drug, rezpegaldesleukin, kept working after treatment stopped, though the new response rates were modest and drawn from small patient groups.

The stock is now on track for its worst day since February 2023, if the losses hold. Analysts at William Blair and Jefferies, however, kept their bullish ratings on the stock.

NKTR's Alopecia Data

Rezpegaldesleukin, or rezpeg, is designed to stimulate regulatory T cells, a part of the immune system that can calm attacks on the body’s own tissue. In severe alopecia areata, that attack strips hair from the scalp.

Between week 36 and week 52 of the mid-stage REZOLVE-AA alopecia study, 29% of patients on the lower dose and 31% on the higher dose newly reached a level of hair coverage that leaves 20% or less of the scalp bare. Those groups numbered only 14 and 13 patients. The claim that benefit held after dosing stopped rests on eight patients. None of the patients given a placebo newly reached the study’s main measure of success over that same stretch.

Among patients who had already responded after a year of treatment, 75% still met the threshold four months after stopping the drug, and 63% still did at six months, the company said.

Deeper regrowth, covering at least 90% of the scalp, rose from 7% at week 52 to 19% six months off treatment. Investigator David Rosmarin said existing systemic therapies have not shown this degree of lasting benefit and further regrowth after treatment ends. Safety through 52 weeks was described as favorable and consistent with earlier reports.

Eczema Trial Also Shows Improvement

In the companion REZOLVE-AD study in moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, patients who switched to monthly or every-three-month injections largely held their gains in rash clearance and itch through week 52. The share reaching complete clearance rose several-fold on continued dosing.

Nektar has started a third late-stage eczema study in patients who already tried a biologic or a JAK inhibitor, and plans to open a roughly 850-patient late-stage alopecia trial, ZENITH-AA, in early 2027.

NKTR Analysts Disagree

William Blair analyst Andy Hsieh kept an 'Outperform' rating on the stock, saying the update adds to evidence that rezpeg has a material durability advantage over current standard treatments. The firm pointed to an atopic dermatitis data update expected in the first quarter of 2027 as the next major catalyst.

Jefferies analyst Roger Song, meanwhile, called Thursday's selloff "unwarranted." The firm continues to see alopecia areata as "an underappreciated and untapped disease space" for rezpegaldesleukin. Jefferies has a $150 price target on the stock and a ‘Buy’ rating.

LLY Overhang On NKTR Stock

A separate legal fight with Eli Lilly is still unresolved. The companies partnered in 2017 to develop rezpeg, but Lilly later bought a rival eczema drug and ended the deal. Nektar sued for about $1 billion; a jury in September awarded only $90 million plus interest, and Lilly plans to challenge the verdict, so the money is not yet in hand.

How Did NKTR Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around NKTR stock rose from ‘neutral’ to ‘bullish’ over the past 24 hours, while message volume stayed ‘high.’

A Stocktwits user said the stock has been stuck for years, the recent win against Eli Lilly wasn't really a win, and the company has nothing new coming that would change that.

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Another user, however, opined that Lilly might try to buy out Nektar.

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NKTR stock has gained 12% year-to-date.

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US Mortgage ETFs See Heavy Outflows As Elevated Interest Rates Make Homebuying Expensive

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 02:00:07 +0530

Investors pulled $2.4 billion from U.S. mortgage-backed securities (MBS) exchange-traded funds in September, the highest monthly redemption rate since March 2020, Bloomberg reported.
The average 30-year fixed home loan jumped 25 basis points in a single week to 7.28%, representing the largest weekly surge in nearly four years and the highest rate recorded since late 2023.
Pending home sales fell 4.1% year-on-year in September.

Rapidly rising bond yields and fears of higher-for-longer interest rates are weighing on U.S. housing and financial markets.

As borrowing costs march higher, investors are abandoning ETFs tracking mortgage-backed securities (MBS) at the fastest pace in years, while prospective homebuyers face the steepest mortgage rates seen since late 2023, affecting overall home sales.

Investors Flee Mortgage Bond Funds

In the capital markets, exchange-traded funds holding U.S. mortgage debt saw $2.4 billion in net redemptions in September, the heaviest selling in the sector since the onset of the pandemic in March 2020, according to Bloomberg.

The sell-off has been driven largely by a sharp rally in U.S. Treasury yields, which have hovered near multi-decade peaks amid expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep monetary policy tight to combat inflation.

Because surging benchmark rates reduce the likelihood of homeowners refinancing, holders of mortgage debt risk remaining locked into lower-yielding assets for extended durations. Furthermore, with risk-free Treasuries offering nominal yields above 5%, the complex structure of mortgage bonds has grown increasingly unappealing to market participants.

For instance, BlackRock’s iShares MBS ETF (MBB) logged roughly $2.7 billion in monthly outflows—its largest on record—and posted a 3% total loss for September. Competitor funds, including the Schwab Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF and the Simplify MBS ETF, also notched record monthly redemptions of $245.8 million and $342 million, respectively, as per Bloomberg.

Home Borrowing Costs Hit New Highs

According to data released by Freddie Mac, the average benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage rate escalated to 7.28%, up from 6.34% a year earlier. The 25-basis-point single-week increase represents the sharpest weekly spike in borrowing costs since October 2022.

Economists note that the rapid rate rise has sharply undermined home affordability, compounding challenges for prospective buyers who are already grappling with near-record purchase prices. Consequently, real estate demand is deteriorating rapidly across multiple metrics.

Cooling Housing Demand

Data shows pending home sales fell 4.1% year over year in September, while loan application metrics from the Mortgage Bankers Association dropped to their lowest point since April 2025. Refinance applications fell sharply as well, tumbling another 8.7%.

To adapt to the tightening environment, an increasing proportion of sellers are forced to reduce asking prices. According to Realtor.com, the percentage of listings with price cuts hit its highest September level since 2018.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), which tracks the S&P 500, remained ‘extremely bullish.’ Sentiment for the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ), which tracks the Nasdaq-100, and the SPDR Dow Jones ETF (DIA) stayed ‘bullish’.

Sentiment on iShares 20+ Year Treasury ETF (TLT) was ‘bullish’, with ‘high’ message volumes.

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Anthropic Could Go Public In November With $2 Trillion Valuation In Sight, Says Report

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:10:01 +0530

Prospective investors reportedly value the company at $1.8 trillion to $2 trillion, despite its losses.
Anthropic’s 2025 revenue surged to around $4.6 billion from $386 million, while its net loss jumped nearly fivefold to almost $42 billion, according to Bloomberg.
AI safety remains a major issue ahead of the potential listing, after high-profile incidents involving rogue AI agents and CEO Dario Amodei’s call to slow the pace of AI development.

The move would put Anthropic on track to begin trading before the Thanksgiving holiday, even as the broader IPO market faces delays and the company contends with competition, AI-safety concerns and substantial losses, according to Bloomberg.

Anthropic Could Begin IPO Marketing In November

Anthropic could begin marketing its IPO as soon as the week of Nov. 9, reported Bloomberg, citing people familiar with the matter. That timing could let the company start trading before Thanksgiving on Nov. 26, when dealmaking usually slows in the days around the holiday.

Anthropic had previously been expected to file publicly for an IPO after the summer, according to Bloomberg.

AI Competition And Safety Concerns

Anthropic is facing renewed competition from OpenAI, which has picked up sales momentum in recent months. Both companies are also facing increased scrutiny over AI safety following several high-profile hacking incidents involving rogue AI agents. The developments have raised questions about the potential impact on Anthropic’s market debut.

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said last month that the pace of new AI model development needs to slow. “We must slow the pace at which we improve the capabilities of AI models. Progress will still seem fast, and we must make wise use of the time we gain,” he wrote in an essay published on his personal website.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman also said earlier this week that the company has no specific timeline for an IPO, with AI safety work taking priority. “I don’t have a particular timeline in mind,” Altman said, and added that an IPO could become more realistic after OpenAI has run “a few safety cases” and gained a better understanding of how to safely handle the “next level of AI.”

Investors Eye Up To $2 Trillion Valuation

The concerns have not appeared to deter prospective Anthropic investors. Some believe a fair valuation for the company could fall between $1.8 trillion and $2 trillion, the Bloomberg report said.

Anthropic generated roughly $4.6 billion in revenue in 2025, up from $386 million a year earlier. However, its net loss climbed to almost $42 billion from about $8.3 billion in 2024, Bloomberg reported. The company’s operating loss also increased to more than $8 billion.

Anthropic Retail View

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits for ANTHZZX was ‘bullish’ at the time of writing on Thursday.

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Google Could Face $3.2B In Damages Over Ad-Tech Monopoly, Federal Judge Rules

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:05:01 +0530

Alphabet Inc.'s Google faces over $3.2 billion in damage demands from major media outlets and a class of about 5,000 publishers over its ad exchange practices.
U.S. District Judge P. Kevin Castel permitted jury trials to proceed in Manhattan, rejecting Google's attempts to challenge the publishers' damage estimates.
The private damage suits stem from broader federal antitrust actions that previously found Google guilty of illegally dominating the online display advertising market.

U.S. District Judge P. Kevin Castel of the Southern District of New York rejected Alphabet Inc.’s attempt to contest the financial damage calculations submitted by news outlets and digital publishers.

The decision allows a series of high-stakes trials to move forward regarding how the search leader's ad-tech practices harmed content creators through its AdX advertising exchange.

Alphabet stock (GOOG, GOOGL) slipped about 1.7% on Thursday.

Damage Claims Across Media Outlets

The decision opens the door for a broad class of roughly 5,000 publishers to collectively seek about $1.7 billion in financial compensation from Google.

In addition to the class-action suit, major individual publishing entities that filed separate actions were also granted permission to pursue substantial monetary recoveries. USA Today Co. can pursue around $900 million in damages, while Daily Mail General and Trust Plc is authorized to seek around $600 million.

Philip Korologos, an attorney representing the publishers, stated that his team looks forward to presenting the damage claims before a jury.

Google Responds As Litigation Unfolds

Google noted that the judge's ruling dismissed allegations brought by certain publishers who utilized a different advertising-purchasing tool, adding that the company intends to defend against the remaining claims in court.

The legal proceedings in Manhattan build upon broader government scrutiny. The U.S. Department of Justice, alongside a coalition of states, originally sued Google in 2023 over its control of tools used to buy, sell, and serve display advertisements online.

A federal judge in Virginia previously concluded that Google maintained an illegal monopoly across two distinct advertising technology sectors. While that ruling required Google to make its ad tools compatible with competing systems, it stopped short of ordering a corporate breakup.

Judge Castel has not yet set an official start date for the upcoming Manhattan trials.

GOOGL Stock: Retail View

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits was ‘bullish’ with ‘high’ message volumes. GOOGL stock has gained about 9% year-to-date.

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Boeing Could Face An FAA Panel On Software Glitch This Week As Max 10 Certification Delay Holds: Report

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:00:07 +0530

CARB will decide whether the problem is a safety-of-flight issue that requires further regulatory action.
The fault sits in versions 14 and 14.1 of flight-management computer software developed by GE Aerospace.
The company also said earlier on Thursday that it won a U.S. Air Force award for the first four full-rate production MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters.

The Federal Aviation Administration may reportedly convene a review panel as soon as Friday to weigh a software glitch on certain Boeing 737 Max jets that delayed the certification of its Max 10 aircraft.

Bloomberg first reported on the upcoming corrective action review board meeting on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter. The corrective action review board (CARB) will decide whether the problem is a safety-of-flight issue that requires further regulatory action, such as an airworthiness directive setting out steps for owners and operators.

BA shares edged up 2% at the time of writing.

Boeing’s Software Glitch

The fault sits in versions 14 and 14.1 of flight-management computer software developed by GE Aerospace, not by Boeing itself. The software is not on every Max jet but is present on the Max 7, which the FAA certified in August, and the Max 10, which is slated for certification after completing flight testing.

The Wall Street Journal first reported the underlying problem on Saturday, citing Boeing documents. The Journal said an update to the flight-management computer can drop automated vertical navigation after a missed approach if the crew changes the planned path. In that narrow case, pilots may have to fly more themselves at low altitude. Boeing reportedly told operators in August that the issue was not an immediate safety risk and said it had reminded airlines of existing procedures.

Southwest and United have told Boeing they will not take new aircraft loaded with the particular software, the WSJ report said.

What The FAA Has Said

Administrator Bryan Bedford said Monday that the agency has not decided whether the glitch is a safety-of-flight issue, but that certification of the still-uncertified Max 10 will wait.

“We will be delaying the 10 until we’re satisfied that we don’t have an issue here,” he told reporters. Approval was expected by the end of September or in October. An FAA spokesperson also said safety dictates the certification timeline and the agency will not hesitate to act if needed.

The Max 10 is the largest jet in Boeing’s best-selling single-aisle family and has been years behind schedule. Boeing said that as of June 30 it accounted for about 31% of 4,404 undelivered 737s, or roughly 1,365 jets. Starting deliveries would let Boeing begin converting a large slice of that backlog into cash.

Trump Lauds Boeing

Earlier on Thursday, President Donald Trump applauded the 737 Max fleet for surviving a Flydubai cockpit emergency, in which the aircraft plunged after a copilot stabbed the pilot, terming it “an amazing show of precise and powerful structural planning and design.” He also added that Boeing makes the “finest commercial airliners in the sky.”

Separately, the company also said earlier today that it won a U.S. Air Force award for the first four full-rate production MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, lifting the total under contract to 42, of which Boeing has delivered 27.

How Did BA Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around BA stock stayed ‘extremely bullish’ over the past 24 hours, while message volume remained at ‘high’ levels.

BA stock has fallen 13% year-to-date.

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Copart Extends $10.50-Per-Share Tender Offer For ACV: Here's What Investors Need To Know

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:10:01 +0530

Copart, through its wholly owned subsidiary Apple Merger Sub, said the tender offer will remain open until 5 p.m. ET on Oct. 7, 2026.
The transaction carries an implied equity value of approximately $1.9 billion.
The HSR waiting period is scheduled to expire at 11:59 p.m. ET on Oct. 13, although it can end earlier if the agencies grant early termination.

Copart Inc. (CPRT) said on Thursday it has extended its $10.50-per-share tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares of ACV Auctions (ACVA) until Oct. 7, as U.S. antitrust regulators continue to review the proposed deal.

CPRT shares were down 0.94%, while ACVA shares were up 0.19% at the time of writing on Thursday.

Copart, through its wholly owned subsidiary Apple Merger Sub, said the tender offer will remain open until 5 p.m. ET on Oct. 7, 2026. It was previously scheduled to expire one minute after 11:59 p.m. ET on Sept. 30.

The transaction carries an implied equity value of approximately $1.9 billion.

HSR Waiting Period Set To Expire Oct. 13

The latest extension comes after Copart withdrew and refiled its premerger notification under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act. Copart said the refiling was intended to give the Justice Department's Antitrust Division and the Federal Trade Commission additional time to complete their review of the transaction.

The HSR waiting period is scheduled to expire at 11:59 p.m. ET on Oct. 13, although it can end earlier if the agencies grant early termination.

47.78% Of ACV Shares Had Been Tendered

Computershare Trust Company, the depositary for the tender offer, said approximately 81.27 million ACV shares had been validly tendered and not properly withdrawn as of 11:59 p.m. ET on Sept. 30, representing about 47.78% of the company's outstanding shares.

Under the minimum condition, tendered and unwithdrawn shares, together with shares already owned by Copart's acquisition subsidiary and its affiliates, must represent more than 50% of ACV's outstanding shares at the offer's expiration, subject to the terms of the agreement.

Retail View On ACVA, CPRT

Retail sentiment around ACVA stock remained 'Bearish' with 'Low' message volumes over the past 24 hours, while sentiment around CPRT stock turned 'Bullish.'

CPRT stock has declined more than 31% year-to-date, while ACVA stock has gained more than 25% over the same period.

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LQDA Stock On Track For Worst Week Ever As Analysts Say The Yutrepia Patent Loss Clouds Its Path

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:05:01 +0530

UTHR is now on track for its best week in a year, if gains hold, while LQDA is on track for its worst week ever.
RBC Capital called the outcome a meaningful positive for United Therapeutics that significantly clouds Yutrepia’s ability to compete freely in the inhaled treprostinil market.
Cantor Fitzgerald said United Therapeutics’ path toward $1,000 a share just got easier.

Liquidia (LQDA) shares tumbled again on Thursday after closing down 57% on Wednesday, following a Delaware court ruling that its inhaled drug Yutrepia infringes two claims of a United Therapeutics (UTHR) patent.

Both companies sell inhaled treprostinil for two rare lung conditions: pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD). Wall Street termed the ruling a win for UTHR and a concern for LQDA.

LQDA stock was trading near $26 by midday on Thursday, extending a selloff that has erased more than half its value in two sessions. United Therapeutics rose roughly 7% on Thursday and about 13% on Wednesday on the decision.

UTHR is now on track for its best week in a year, if gains hold, while LQDA is on track for its worst week ever.

The Wednesday Ruling

U.S. District Judge Richard G. Andrews of the District of Delaware found that Liquidia induces infringement of claims 1 and 14 of United Therapeutics’ U.S. Patent No. 11,826,327, which cover methods of treating PH-ILD with inhaled treprostinil, including dry-powder forms.

The court held those claims valid; the other claims United Therapeutics asserted were found invalid. The parties have one week to propose a final judgment and remedies. United Therapeutics has said it believes it is entitled to an order directing the FDA to withdraw approval of Yutrepia’s application, which could pull the product from the market until a label omitting PH-ILD is cleared. Roger Jeffs, Liquidia’s chief executive, said the company disagrees with the finding on claims 1 and 14, will pursue “all available appellate options,” and plans to ask the FDA to remove the PH-ILD indication. Liquidia said possible remedies range from dropping that indication to a broader curb on availability, and that it cannot yet estimate financial exposure.

LQDA, UTHR Analyst Reactions

RBC Capital called the outcome a meaningful positive for United Therapeutics that significantly clouds Yutrepia’s ability to compete freely in the inhaled treprostinil market. The firm said the case is not fully settled until the judgment is entered in about a week, when the financial consequences will be clearer, and it still sees the risk-reward tilted in United’s favor, keeping an Outperform rating.

BTIG upgraded United Therapeutics to Buy from Neutral with a $728 price target, arguing the win clears a path for growth to resume through 2027 and places Yutrepia’s freedom to operate in high jeopardy. The same firm cut Liquidia to Neutral from Buy with no target, warning that the remedy could include an immediate halt on Yutrepia across indications until the PH-ILD claim is stripped from the label.

Bank of America lowered its Liquidia target to $40 from $92 and kept a Neutral rating, citing greater uncertainty around Yutrepia’s commercial outlook. It noted that PH-ILD accounts for about half of current Yutrepia sales and roughly half of its longer-term revenue forecasts.

Cantor Fitzgerald said United Therapeutics’ path toward $1,000 a share just got easier. Analyst Olivia Brayer Saunders wrote that the infringement finding materially strengthens the Tyvaso franchise and raises the risk to Liquidia’s PH-ILD opportunity. Cantor kept an Overweight rating and a $700 target.

Raymond James downgraded Liquidia to Outperform from Strong Buy and cut its target to $53 from $106. The firm removed PH-ILD from its Yutrepia model and flagged added uncertainty over labeling, damages, and possible market limits. It said management is pursuing a PAH-only label, modestly raised its PAH estimates, and still sees a positive case for the product given a peak-sales opportunity of about $1.01 billion.

How Did LQDA, UTHR Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around UTHR stock improved from ‘neutral’ to ‘extremely bullish’ over the past 24 hours, while message volume rose from ‘normal’ to ‘extremely high’ levels.

Meanwhile, sentiment around LQDA stayed ‘extremely bullish,’ coupled with ‘extremely high’ retail chatter.

While LQDA stock is down 24% year-to-date, UTHR has gained 32%.

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MSFT’s LinkedIn Chief Ryan Roslansky To Exit As AI Leadership Shake-Up Continues

Stocktwits Inc — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:07 +0530

Roslansky has led LinkedIn since 2020, after joining the company in 2009 as its product chief, well before Microsoft’s $27 billion acquisition of the professional network.
CEO Satya Nadella said in a memo to employees that Roslansky is leaving the organization in a strong position.
Roslansky took on broader Microsoft responsibilities in 2025, including work across Office and, more recently, Microsoft 365 applications and Copilot.

Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) executive Ryan Roslansky, who led the company’s LinkedIn subsidiary for six years, will leave the software giant at the end of 2026, as the company continues to reshape its leadership and operations around generative artificial intelligence. CEO Satya Nadella announced Roslansky’s departure in a Thursday memo, saying, “After nearly 18 years at LinkedIn and Microsoft, Ryan Roslansky has decided to leave Microsoft and embark on his next chapter.”

At the time of writing on Thursday afternoon, MSFT shares were trading 0.3% higher.

Roslansky To Leave MSFT At End Of 2026

“Ryan leaves the organization in a strong position,” Nadella wrote in his message to employees.

Roslansky joined LinkedIn as product chief in 2009, when the professional social network was still private. He previously held management roles at Yahoo and Glam Media, reported CNBC. Microsoft acquired LinkedIn for $27 billion in 2016, and Roslansky replaced Jeff Weiner as LinkedIn CEO in 2020.

During Roslansky’s tenure as CEO, LinkedIn’s membership grew from 700 million to 1.3 billion, the CNBC report said.

In 2025, Roslansky took on additional responsibility in Microsoft’s Office productivity software group. Earlier this year, Nadella named Roslansky and two other executives as leaders of the Microsoft 365 applications and the Copilot artificial intelligence platform. Dan Shapero, LinkedIn’s chief operating officer, became the professional social network’s CEO.

Microsoft Pushes Deeper Into AI

Microsoft has been trying to evolve and capitalize on the rise of generative artificial intelligence, CNBC reported. Gaming head Phil Spencer and Office leader Rajesh Jha both left this year, while Charlie Bell, the company’s head of security, became an individual contributor.

Nadella also highlighted Roslansky’s contributions to the unified Copilot app, which Microsoft announced last week.

“With Copilot, we are executing rapidly against our vision to build a new OS for work that spans every model, every form factor, and every task, with Office fully embedded in Copilot and vice versa! Over the past year, Ryan’s team has done critical work bringing together the product, engineering, and design foundations that have made this next phase possible.”

Roslansky Cites Bay Area As Departure Reason

Roslansky told workers in a memo that he was Weiner’s first hire at LinkedIn and said he had been inspired by the progress in Office around AI.

“I know what it would take for me to lead the next phase of this work well: being in Redmond full time, every day,” Roslansky wrote. “But my life and my family’s life are here in the Bay Area.”

He ended his message, saying, “Thank you for the best 18 years I could have asked for.”

MSFT Stock: Stocktwits Retail Sentiment

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for MSFT was ‘bullish,’ unchanged over the past 24 hours, while message volume was ‘normal’ at the time of writing.

MSFT stock has gained 0.34% year-to-date.

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MSFT Stock Lands On Wells Fargo’s Q4 ‘Tactical Ideas List’ – Analyst Sees A 41% Upside Potential

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:05:01 +0530

Wells Fargo highlighted Microsoft Ignite as a potential catalyst for the stock.
Microsoft will disclose Azure revenue separately from next fiscal year.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma recently said that ‘Xbox is not for sale.’

Microsoft (MSFT) was in focus on Thursday after Wells Fargo added the tech behemoth to its fourth-quarter “Tactical Ideas” list, highlighting several catalysts that could strengthen its AI growth story.

The brokerage raised its price target on MSFT stock to $725 from $700 and maintained an ‘Overweight’ rating, according to TheFly. This implies a roughly 41% upside from current levels.

At the time of writing, MSFT shares were trading about 0.1% higher at $513, its highest level in nearly a year. The stock has gained in five of the past six months.

Microsoft’s AI Monetization Grows

Analyst Michael Turrin said momentum is shifting back to Microsoft among mega-cap technology companies as it demonstrates AI monetization alongside a balanced investment approach.

Microsoft has invested heavily in data centers, chips and other infrastructure needed to meet AI demand. The company expects about $175 billion in capital expenditures in full-year (FY) 2026.

The Washington-based firm has been increasingly monetizing AI through Azure and Copilot. Last week, Microsoft unveiled a major Copilot overhaul, bringing together Home, Code and Autopilot. Home combines Chat and Cowork with Word, Excel and PowerPoint, while Autopilot is designed to perform tasks proactively in the background.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella called the revamped Copilot a “new OS for work.”

Another catalyst Wells Fargo highlighted is Microsoft Ignite, its annual technology conference scheduled for Nov. 17-20 in San Francisco.

Microsoft is also overhauling its financial reporting. Beginning in the next fiscal year, three reporting segments will be consolidated into two: Agents and Infra and Devices and Consumer. It will disclose Azure revenue separately, giving investors greater visibility into its cloud and AI business.

Xbox Restructuring Continues

Microsoft is restructuring Xbox to cut costs and improve profitability, with plans to eliminate about 3,200 jobs during FY 2027. The changes also include studio consolidation and a greater focus on major franchises such as Halo, Forza and Fable.

Despite the overhaul, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma reportedly said “Xbox is not for sale,” adding that Microsoft remains committed to strengthening the gaming business.

Retail’s Take On MSFT

Retail sentiment for MSFT on Stocktwits remained ‘bullish’ over the past 24 hours.

One user expects the stock to be a “range-bound play,” with support at $506.

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MSFT shares have gained around 8.5% so far this year, outperforming only Tesla (TSLA) and Alphabet’s Google (GOOG, GOOGL) among its Mag 7 peers.

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Top Citadel Strategist Sees October Offering A Good Entry Point To Retail Investors Ahead Of Earnings Season

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:00:07 +0530

Retail cash equity volumes fell to a 2026 low of 0.94 times their trailing one-year average in September, down 26% from their June peak.
A September pullback cleared out stretched valuations and overextended positioning, creating cleaner market entry points for the fourth quarter.
Historical trends indicate cash volumes typically increase in October, having risen by an average of roughly 8% over the last four years.

Retail traders are positioned to return to the U.S. equity market in October following a noticeable retreat last month, according to analysis from Citadel Securities.

Scott Rubner, head of equity and equity derivatives strategy at Citadel Securities, noted in a report to clients that despite potential volatility, October offers a compelling opportunity for individual investors to rebuild stock positions as corporate share buybacks and quarterly earnings reports resume.

The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Index ended September lower, primarily amid elevated yields and inflation pressure. The iShares 20+ Treasury ETF (TLT) ended September down 5.7%, its worst month since December 2024.

September Pullback Resets Market Conditions

Individual trading participation cooled significantly in September. Cash equity trading volumes fell to 0.94 times their 1-year trailing average—the lowest level seen in 2026—while retail options premiums hit the same reduced multiple.

Stock trading activity was 26% below its June peak, and options premium volume has contracted by nearly a third from its mid-year high of 1.41 times the annual average. Strategists at JPMorgan Chase & Co., led by Arun Jain, similarly noted that cash-equity trading in September reached its quietest level since December 2024, with flow metrics remaining muted in the 12th percentile through late September.

Market sentiment was weighed down during the month by lingering inflation concerns and elevated interest rates, causing major equity indexes to close September in negative territory.

Stronger Setup For Fourth-Quarter Rebound

Despite the recent dip, market strategists view the September drawdown as a necessary correction that relieved market pressure.

"The market enters Q4 from a cleaner starting point, with considerably more capacity to rebuild exposure," Rubner wrote, highlighting that September delivered a healthy reset in stock valuations and investor positioning.

Historical data also supports a seasonal uptick moving into October. Cash equity trading volumes have expanded between September and October in each of the past four years, posting an average gain of approximately 8%. Options trading activity has followed a similar pattern over the last three years, increasing by an average of 15%

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Boeing Secures 4-Helicopter Grey Wolf Order As MH-139A Enters Full-Rate Production

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:10:01 +0530

The MH-139A is based on Leonardo’s AW139 platform and has been configured by Boeing for military missions such as patrol, search-and-rescue, and troop and cargo transport.
Boeing said the milestone validates Grey Wolf’s readiness and supports Air Force plans to secure strategic missile fields.
The announcement follows major recent Boeing wins, including the U.S. Navy’s F/A-XX program and a $2.38 billion F-15EX award.

Boeing Co. (BA) announced on Thursday it received an award for the first four full-rate production MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, following the U.S. Air Force’s declaration of initial operational capability for the program earlier this year.

BA shares were traded 0.5% higher at the time of writing on Thursday.

The latest award brings the total number of MH-139As under contract to 42, with Boeing having delivered 27 to date.

Grey Wolf Program Moves Into Full-Rate Production

The award moves the MH-139A program into full-rate production, allowing Boeing to scale deliveries for operational use.

Kathleen Jolivette, vice president and general manager of Vertical Lift Programs at Boeing Defense, Space & Security, said the milestone validates key readiness levels for the Grey Wolf and supports the Air Force’s plans for the strategic missile fields.

“Adding these aircraft to the production queue brings additional momentum to ongoing fielding and modernization efforts,” Jolivette said.

MH-139A Contract Backlog Has Continued To Grow

The latest order builds on a series of recent MH-139A awards. In January 2026, Boeing announced an award for four additional aircraft, taking the total under contract to 38. That followed an October 2025 award for eight helicopters, which increased the program total to 34.

The MH-139A is based on Leonardo Helicopters’ AW139 and fitted with military-specific equipment by Boeing. The aircraft is designed as a multi-mission helicopter for roles including patrol, search and rescue, and troop and cargo transport, according to Boeing.

Boeing’s Defense Business Has Seen Recent Order Momentum

The Grey Wolf award comes days after Boeing secured several major defense and commercial announcements.

On Sept. 29, the U.S. Navy selected Boeing for the F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter program under a multi-billion-dollar contract. The same day, the U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a $2.38 billion contract for 22 additional F-15EX fighters, bringing the number of F-15EX aircraft under contract to 120.

On Sept. 30, Ethiopian Airlines reportedly announced an order for eight 777-8 Freighters and two 777 Freighters.

What Retail Thinks Of BA

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment surrounding the stock remained ‘bullish’ amid ‘high’ message volumes in the past 24 hours.

BA has lost 13% year-to-date.

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Xenon’s Insider Buying Tops $1.6M – XENE Stock Heads For Best Day In Over Month

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:05:01 +0530

Last month, Xenon submitted Azetukalner to the FDA for focal onset seizures.
Xenon ended Q2 with about $1.25 billion in cash and investments, which management expects to fund operations into 2029.
The company’s pipeline also includes pain treatments, including XEN1701, XEN1120 and XEN1720.

Xenon Pharmaceuticals (XENE) was on investors’ radar on Thursday after the biotech company’s top executives bought a combined $1.68 million in shares, as the company advances its lead epilepsy drug, Azetukalner.

On Thursday, CEO Ian Mortimer bought 30,000 shares at $37.38 apiece, worth about $1.12 million, while CFO Thomas Kelly purchased 15,000 shares at $37.316, worth nearly $560,000, according to regulatory filings. Earlier in the year, Mortimer sold 40,000 shares for roughly $1.78 million.

At the time of writing, XENE shares were up 5%, clocking their biggest single-day gains in more than a month.

Azetukalner Is Xenon’s Biggest Catalyst

Xenon is a clinical-stage biotech company with no approved commercial product. Its lead drug is Azetukalner, which is being developed for epilepsy, major depressive disorder, and bipolar depression.

Last month, Xenon submitted Azetukalner to the FDA for the treatment of focal onset seizures, following positive Phase 2b and Phase 3 trial results. The FDA has not yet announced whether it has accepted the application for review. If it accepts the application, the agency would set a target date (PDUFA) for its decision on whether to approve the drug.

Separately, Xenon is also testing Azetukalner for depression. The company temporarily paused enrollment of new patients in its psychiatry studies after observing neuropsychiatric side effects, but said the pause does not affect its epilepsy program. Results are expected in the first quarter of 2027.

The company is also building a pipeline of experimental pain treatments, including XEN1701, XEN1120 and XEN1720. All three are in early-stage clinical development.

Cash Position Remains Strong

Xenon generated no revenue in the second quarter (Q2) and posted a net loss of $110.7 million, or $1.11 per share, as it continued spending heavily on clinical development.

However, Xenon ended the June quarter with about $1.25 billion in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities. Management expects that balance to fund operations into 2029.

Retail’s Take On XENE

Retail sentiment for XENE on Stocktwits turned ‘neutral’ from ‘bearish’ over the past 24 hours.

XENE shares have fallen 12% so far this year, underperforming the broader State Street SPDR S&P Biotech (XBI) ETF’s 29% gains.

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Fed’s Kashkari Says US Economy Is ‘Robust’ Beyond AI — Sees Capital Shifting From Housing To Data Centers

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:00:07 +0530

Kashkari put the two-year Treasury yield near 4.88%-4.90%, versus the 4% implied by Fed projections.
AI investment cycle could continue for a long time if expected productivity gains materialize, Kashkari told Bloomberg.
Kashkari said further rate increases would hit lower-return parts of the economy hardest.

Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari said the U.S. economy remains “robust” beyond the artificial intelligence boom, even as housing comes under pressure and capital increasingly flows into data-center investment.

In an interview with BloombergTV on Thursday, Kashkari said consumer spending remains strong, unemployment is 4.1%, and layoffs and unemployment claims are low. “It’s not just an AI economy,” he said, adding that the broader economy has remained resilient despite tariffs, geopolitical conflict and elevated yields.

He also said large-scale data-center investment requires capital to come from elsewhere. If roughly $1 trillion flows into data centers, Kashkari said, the market reallocates capital from areas such as housing, with higher mortgage rates serving as part of that mechanism.

Kashkari Flags Wide Gap In 2-Year Yield

Kashkari highlighted the large gap between the actual two-year Treasury yield and a two-year yield implied by the median Federal Reserve projections. He put the actual yield around 4.88%-4.90%, compared with an implied rate a little above 4%, calling the difference “very, very large.”

The Fed president said markets are capable of sending signals that differ from Fed projections and cited the period after the financial crisis, when market pricing ultimately proved more accurate on the path of rates.

Part of the gap could reflect a term premium, including compensation investors demand for possible future inflation mistakes, Kashkari said. An inflation risk premium embedded in yields would be something policymakers need to pay attention to, he added.

The Federal Open Market Committee raised its target range by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4% in September, while its latest projections showed a median federal funds rate of 4.1% at the end of both 2026 and 2027.

AI Investment Could Keep Rates Elevated

Strong demand for investment capital can affect the neutral interest rate because the funding ultimately has to come from savings, raising the clearing price of capital, Kashkari told Bloomberg.

How long that effect lasts depends partly on AI. If the technology produces the returns and productivity gains investors expect, the current investment cycle could continue “for a long time, he said, adding that if those gains disappoint, the cycle may not last as long.

Kashkari said higher yields also feed into decisions about how many data centers are built, how projects are financed, and how much companies invest.

Housing Feels The Pressure

Housing remains one of the clearest areas of weakness, according to Kashkari, and housing-related businesses are also facing pressure. If rates continue to rise, Kashkari said different parts of the economy would face varying levels of pressure, with lower-return investment sectors feeling it most acutely.See Also: <Nvidia’s Hyperscaler Revenue Could Reach $401B In 2027, Says Analyst: SpaceX Could Push Barclays’ ‘Napkin Math’ Higher<

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Micron CEO Says ‘We Cannot Fulfill The Demand’ As Supply Tightness Extends Through 2028

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:20:01 +0530

More than 75% of Micron’s 2027 output is already committed, according to management’s comments on the earnings call.
Mehrotra defended record employee incentive compensation, while pointing to an 86.35% gross-margin outlook.
JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley and other firms emphasized the potential duration of the memory cycle, even as the pace of Micron’s quarterly earnings beats moderates.

According to TheFly, analysts see that extended supply-demand imbalance supporting a longer period of strong pricing and earnings growth, even as the pace of Micron’s quarterly earnings beats begins to moderate.

“Not only do we have more customers and customers wanting to do long-term supply agreements with us,” Mehrotra said in an interview with CNBC after Micron’s fiscal fourth-quarter (Q4) results. “In fact, we cannot fulfill the demand of our customers.”

MU stock dropped more than 2.5% in the morning trade and was the top-trending ticker on Stocktwits at the time of writing. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around Micron trended in ‘extremely bullish’ territory at the time of writing.

Micron Sees Supply Tight Through 2028

Mehrotra said the company is seeing supply remain tight in both 2027 and 2028, while long-term customer commitments are extending well beyond the immediate cycle.

“We have extensions going into the 2031 time frame,” he said, adding that the agreements give Micron “tremendous visibility, certainty of demand” and confidence to plan manufacturing investments.

Executives on the earnings call stated that Micron has more than 75% of its 2027 output already committed, with customer discussions increasingly focused on 2028.

Micron Defends Record Incentive Compensation

Mehrotra also addressed the impact of record incentive compensation on Micron’s costs following what he described as an “exceptional quarter.”

“To commensurate with our record quarter, we rewarded our team members in a record fashion as well,” he said, noting that the incentive compensation affected operating expenses in the fourth quarter.

For manufacturing workers, some of that compensation is reflected in the first-quarter cost of goods sold and weighs on gross margin. Still, Mehrotra pointed to a “very strong” 86.35% gross-margin outlook.

“It is also important for us to attract, retain and motivate our talent so that our momentum continues,” he said.

Wall Street Sees Longer Earnings Runway

Mehrotra’s comments come alongside a series of bullish post-earnings calls from Wall Street.

Firm	Rating	Price Target
JPMorgan	Overweight	$1,540
Morgan Stanley	Overweight	$1,200
TD Cowen	Buy	$1,600
RBC Capital	Outperform	$1,500
DA Davidson	Buy	$2,100
Mizuho	Outperform	$1,400

In a note to investors cited by TheFly, JPMorgan said the quarter as a “decisive beat-and-raise” and added that Micron’s improved outlook for supply-demand conditions, alongside a shift toward greater capital returns, supports a “strong multi-year earnings power narrative from here.” The firm also said it materially raised its estimates.

Micron’s Earnings Beat Moderates

Morgan Stanley’s Joseph Moore said the size of Micron’s earnings beats has moderated. After beating and guiding ahead of consensus on earnings per share by 20% to 40% over the previous three quarters, Micron beat by 5% and guided 6% above consensus this time.

That could represent “the new normal as Micron's visibility improves,” Moore said. He added that while sequential improvement has slowed, the “strength in the business continues to shine through” and the duration of the cycle is “still underappreciated by some.”

Micron Has A ‘Strong Roadmap’ In AI Data Centers

TD Cowen highlighted revenue guidance that came in well above expectations and an earnings beat despite higher incentive compensation. The firm also pointed to improving demand durability, while noting that gross margins could approach a peak in mid-2027.

RBC Capital said tighter supply-demand conditions in 2027 and 2028 could reflect stronger demand and diminishing benefits from DRAM process migration. DA Davidson similarly argued that the prospect of tighter conditions in 2028 extends the potential runway for strong memory pricing and earnings growth.

Mizuho pointed to Micron’s “strong roadmap” in AI data centers and its extended demand visibility.

MU stock has gained over 260% year-to-date and jumped almost 470% in the last 12 months.

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Corteva’s Market Cap Tumbles By Over $42B Today – CTVA Stock Hits Record Low

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:15:01 +0530

Corteva shareholders received one Vylor share for every CTVA share held as of the Sept. 24, 2026 record date.
Corteva is targeting $8.4 billion to $8.7 billion in standalone sales for full-year 2029.
Vylor began trading as an independent company with a $19 billion technology pipeline.

Shares of Corteva (CTVA) crashed 83% to an all-time low on Thursday as the agricultural giant completed the spin-off of its seed and genetics business, Vylor (VYLR).

Corteva shareholders received one Vylor share for every Corteva share they held as of September 24. After the spin-off, CTVA’s market cap shrank by more than $42 billion.

Why Did The Companies Spin Off?

Corteva first announced the separation exactly one year ago, on Oct. 1, 2025. Management said the seed and crop-protection markets were evolving differently and believed that two independent companies could focus their investment, strategy, and capital on their respective businesses more effectively.

Corteva now becomes a pure-play crop-protection company with products spanning herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and biologicals. Its pipeline is valued at around $11 billion.

At its investor day last month, Corteva projected standalone sales to grow from about $7.8 billion in 2026 to between $8.4 billion and $8.7 billion by 2029. Operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) are expected to rise from roughly $1.3 billion to between $1.45 billion and $1.65 billion, with EBITDA margins exceeding 18% by 2029.

Vylor Begins Trading

Vylor began trading on Thursday under the ticker VYLR. The stock opened at $66 and is currently trading at around $70.

The seed company, with a $19 billion technology pipeline, plans 12 major technology-platform launches across corn, soybeans and wheat over the next decade. Its Xpedite hybrid-wheat technology is expected in late 2027, followed by new corn platforms in 2028.

Vylor expects net sales of approximately $11.2 billion to $11.9 billion by 2029, with operating EBITDA of $3.3 billion to $3.7 billion. Its licensing business is also expected to generate more than $500 million in gross income in 2027 and approach $2 billion by 2040.

Retail’s Take On CTVA

Retail sentiment for CTVA on Stocktwits trended in the ‘extremely bullish’ territory over the past 24 hours, amid ‘extremely high’ message volumes. CTVA was also among the top trending tickers at the time of writing.

CTVA shares have slumped around 81% so far in 2026.

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Mizuho Says Memory Upside Has More Room To Run — Sees Chip Equipment As The Next Opportunity

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:10:01 +0530

Klein called Micron and memory stocks “dirt cheap” and expects free cash flow to accelerate significantly, according to Investing.com
Astera Labs was the exception to Klein’s view that most chip stocks look inexpensive relative to their growth potential.
DRAM equipment sales are projected to rise 39% to $38.8 billion in 2026, according to SEMI.

Memory stocks still have room to run, while semiconductor equipment could emerge as the next opportunity in the chip trade, according to Mizuho’s technology, media and telecommunications specialist Jordan Klein.

According to the Investing.com report, Klein said he has grown more confident in the durability and upside potential of memory, semiconductor equipment, foundries, and parts of the hardware sector, including servers.

The analyst added that positioning in semiconductors remains well below summer highs, even as fundamentals have strengthened. Investors should remain overweight the sector, he said.

Chip Equipment Emerges As Another Opportunity

Klein said semiconductor equipment and analog chipmakers are the least-owned parts of the sector. He favored adding equipment exposure in the near term while being more selective with analog names.The analyst noted that SK Hynix and Samsung both closed at their highs in Korea, which is a good sign.

As per the report, Klein described Micron Technology (MU) and memory stocks as “dirt cheap” and said free cash flow should accelerate significantly.

Micron’s fiscal fourth-quarter (Q4) revenue rose to $54.23 billion from $11.32 billion a year earlier, while the company expects fiscal first-quarter revenue of $61.5 billion, plus or minus $1.5 billion.

According to Klein, the main takeaway from Micron’s earnings update was that supply conditions are tight and should tighten further next year.

Astera Stands Out On Valuation

Klein said almost every chip stock looks inexpensive relative to its growth potential, with Astera Labs (ALAB) being the exception, according to the Investing.com report.

Astera reported second-quarter (Q2) revenue of $392.4 million, up 104% year over year, and expects third-quarter revenue of $540 million to $560 million as its Scorpio X-Series fabric switches ramp into volume production.

Klein urged investors to look past day-to-day rotations between chip and software stocks, which he attributed to quantitative, passive, and systematic fund flows.

Memory Supply Remains Tight

TrendForce expects conventional DRAM contract prices to rise 10% to 15% sequentially in the fourth quarter. It also expects high-bandwidth memory (HBM) supply to remain constrained through 2027 as it competes with conventional memory for advanced-process and wafer capacity.

Spending on semiconductor manufacturing equipment continues to rise, with memory-related investment driving much of the increase. SEMI expects dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) equipment sales to jump 39% to $38.8 billion in 2026, followed by another 27.4% increase in 2027.

Korea’s equipment spending is being driven by advanced memory technologies, including high-bandwidth memory.

Retail Sentiment Around ALAB, MU, DRAM

On Stocktwits, retail investors’ sentiment around ALAB stock remained ‘bearish’, while sentiment surrounding MU stock turned ‘extremely bullish’. Sentiment around the Roundhill Memory ETF (DRAM) was ‘bullish’

So far this year, Astera Labs stock has rallied over 98%, while Micron stock has surged more than 228%. In comparison, the Roundhill Memory ETF (DRAM), which tracks semiconductor companies that produce and supply HBM, NAND, and DRAM, has risen 118% over the same period.

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Ouster Partners With Seneca To Equip Autonomous Drones With Rev8 Lidar

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:05:01 +0530

Seneca plans to use the drones for heavy cargo delivery to fire lines, terrain-following, mapping, vegetation management and infrastructure inspections.
The lidar offers 256 channels, up to 4K horizontal resolution and a longer range designed to give aircraft more reaction time in challenging conditions.
Seneca selected the Rev8 OS1 Max for its performance, durability and operating range of -40°C to +85°C.

Ouster Inc. (OUST) said on Thursday that it will integrate its Rev8 native-color digital lidar into Seneca's autonomous drone platform, aiming to enhance perception, navigation and obstacle avoidance in demanding outdoor environments.

OUST shares traded marginally higher at the time of writing on Thursday.

Lidar Designed For Demanding Drone Operations

Seneca plans to use Ouster’s Rev8 OS1 Max digital lidar across several wildfire-related missions, including carrying heavy cargo to fire lines, terrain-following for mapping and vegetation management, and inspecting structures and utility infrastructure.

The sensor offers 256 channels and up to 4K horizontal resolution, while its longer range is designed to give the aircraft more time to react as operating speeds increase. The system can also generate a detailed 3D representation of the surrounding environment.

Seneca previously relied on infrared sensors and cameras for functions including collision avoidance, mapping and object detection. Ouster said the Rev8 lidar is intended to provide additional environmental information in conditions involving smoke, dust, changing terrain and limited visibility.

Seneca Highlights Rev8’s Durability

Seneca CEO Stuart Landesberg said the Rev8 OS1 Max has been valuable in addressing concerns around sensor durability and performance in demanding operating conditions.

“Seneca's fire agency partners operate in some of the most unforgiving environments – obviously heat, but also sometimes extreme cold. Ouster Rev8 OS1 Max has been invaluable in minimizing concerns about sensor durability and performance,” Landesberg said.

The sensor has an IP68/IP69K rating, shock tolerance and a broad temperature range. Seneca selected the Rev8 OS1 Max for its performance, qualification from -40°C to +85°C, responsive engineering support and product roadmap aligned with autonomous systems.

Ouster Lidar Supports Seneca’s US-Built Aircraft

Ouster CEO Angus Pacala said reliable lidar and perception technology is central to autonomous systems operating in physical environments.

“Ouster digital lidar provides accurate, real-time 3D perception data that enhances environmental awareness and supports safe, reliable autonomous flights for drone-based firefighting missions,” Pacala said.

Ouster's digital lidar platform, which complies with NDAA Section 164 and is BABA-compliant, also supports Seneca's commitment to aircraft designed and assembled in America.

Retail View On OUST

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment toward OUST has turned ‘bearish’ amid ‘high’ message volumes over the past 24 hours.

OUST shares are up more than 84% year to date.

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Nvidia’s Hyperscaler Revenue Could Reach $401B In 2027, Says Analyst: SpaceX Could Push Barclays’ ‘Napkin Math’ Higher

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:00:07 +0530

O’Malley’s “napkin math” implies $237B in Nvidia hyperscaler revenue in 2026, above Barclays’ current $206B estimate.
In Barclays’ upside case, Nvidia’s hyperscaler revenue could reach $246B in 2026 and $417B in 2027.
Nvidia’s share of that spending is projected to reach 44% in 2027, according to O’Malley.

Nvidia (NVDA) could end up generating more hyperscaler revenue than Wall Street currently expects, with Barclays analyst Tom O’Malley using “napkin math” from Nvidia’s latest IT spending data to estimate $401 billion in 2027 revenue.

In a note to investors cited by TheFly, he said the calculation leaves out SpaceX (SPCX) from the capex comparison, potentially making the implied revenue opportunity even larger.

NVDA stock edged 0.6% higher in morning trade on Thursday, with retail sentiment around the company on Stocktwits trending in ‘neutral’ territory over the past day.

The ‘Napkin Math’ Of Nvidia Revenue

According to O’Malley’s calculations, Nvidia could generate $237 billion in hyperscaler revenue in 2026 and $401 billion in 2027, compared with Barclays’ existing estimates of $206 billion and $370 billion, respectively.

In an upside scenario, the firm sees hyperscaler revenue reaching $246 billion in 2026 and $417 billion in 2027.

The calculation is based on a chart Nvidia shared, showing its share of IT capital spending among the five largest cloud service providers over the past several years, as well as its estimate for 2027. Nvidia’s share is projected to reach 44% in 2027, according to O’Malley.

SpaceX Could Make The Math Even Bigger

Nvidia’s reported hyperscaler revenue includes SpaceX (SPCX), while the 44% IT capex share shown in its chart covers only the top five cloud service providers.

Barclays says that difference would imply an even larger total hyperscaler revenue figure if SpaceX were included in the spending-share calculation.

This matters because Nvidia’s AI infrastructure customer base has expanded beyond the traditional group of hyperscalers, with diversified companies spending heavily on GPUs and related infrastructure to build capacity for both AI training and inference.

The firm currently has an ‘Overweight’ rating on Nvidia with a $275 price target.

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Trump Reportedly Wants The Fed To Stop Raising Rates – And Says Growth Can Solve The Debt Problem

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:35:02 +0530

Trump said an eventual Iran deal could bring oil prices down and pointed to rising oil flows from Venezuela.
Tariffs are encouraging manufacturers to build more plants in the U.S. to avoid import costs.
On AI safety, Trump said companies must be responsible for their technology while warning that excessive regulation could “put you out of business.”

President Donald Trump said the Federal Reserve should not raise interest rates again this year, escalating his criticism of borrowing costs even as he argued the U.S. economy is strong enough to keep expanding through them.

In an interview with TIME, Trump said that the U.S. “should be the lowest interest rate in the world.”

The Fed raised its benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point in September to 3.75%-4.00%, saying inflation remained elevated even as economic activity expanded at a solid pace.

Softer-than-expected August inflation data released this week have since reduced market expectations for another increase in October. The next FOMC meeting is scheduled for October 27 - 28.

Trump has repeatedly called for lower rates. In September, he said, “interest ‌rates in the United States should be 1%, or less”— even as Fed officials continued to reiterate the need to balance economic growth with inflation.

Trump Says Growth Can Help Pay Down Debt

Trump tied the rate debate to the federal debt, arguing that higher interest costs make the burden harder to reduce. “The one thing that you can do is pay it off through growth,” he told TIME, adding that the U.S. had “never had growth like this.”

He also rejected the suggestion that AI alone is driving the expansion, pointing instead to investment in automobile plants, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors and other industries. “It’s not just AI,” Trump said.

He reportedly framed tariffs as a driver of domestic investment, saying manufacturers were building more plants in the U.S. to avoid the added cost of importing goods. “You know why they’re coming back? Because they don’t want to pay tariffs,” he said.

Trump: AI Is ‘Bigger’ Than The Internet

On AI itself, Trump struck an expansive tone, describing the industry as “the industrial revolution, but bigger” and “the internet, but much bigger.” He said he does not want the U.S. to “turn it off,” citing the amount of money flowing into the sector.

He also defended building more data centers domestically, arguing that “if we don’t build them, they’ll be built someplace else,” and specifically pointed to competition with China for that infrastructure.

Trump Leaves Door Open To Government Stakes In OpenAI, Anthropic

TIME also asked whether the government could pursue Intel-style equity stakes in frontier AI companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic. “I might. Maybe I could do that,” Trump replied.

That exchange followed Trump’s description of the government’s Intel stake, which he presented as an example of seeking an ownership interest when the U.S. helps a company resolve a problem. He separately rejected the idea of nationalizing frontier AI labs.

Trump Says Iran Deal Could Bring Oil Prices Down

Trump also spoke about the impact of geopolitical developments on energy prices, saying more barrels had moved through the Strait of Hormuz the previous night than at any point before and arguing that an eventual deal with Iran would bring oil prices back down.

He told TIME that major oil companies, including Exxon (XOM) and Chevron (CVX), were moving into Venezuela as the U.S. increased oil flows and looked to refill strategic reserves.

U.S. Stock Futures Mixed Ahead Of Thursday Session

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Thursday. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures edged up about 26 points, while S&P 500 futures gained 0.36% and Nasdaq-100 futures advanced 0.8%.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), which tracks the S&P 500, remained ‘extremely bullish.’ Sentiment for the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ), which tracks the Nasdaq-100, stayed ‘bullish.’See Also: Evercore’s Julian Emanuel Reportedly Says AI Isn’t Immune To Cost Of Capital — $1T-Plus IPO Could Be Key To Trade

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Nvidia-Backed Nebius Acquires Inferize To Reduce Idle GPU Costs Across AI Inference Workloads

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:30:02 +0530

Inferize’s technology is designed to reduce cold-start delays that can leave GPUs idle during AI inference.
The technology will be integrated into Nebius Token Factory, its managed production-inference platform.
Higher GPU utilization could help Nebius serve more AI workloads without maintaining as much unused capacity.

Nebius (NBIS) shares gained in early morning trade on Thursday after the company announced it was adding another piece to its AI infrastructure stack, acquiring inference optimization company Inferize to help customers launch and scale large AI models faster while getting more useful work from each GPU.

The technology and Inferize team will join Nebius Token Factory, the company’s managed inference platform for production AI. The deal terms were not disclosed.

NBIS stock gained as much as 1.9% in pre-market trade. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the Nvidia (NVDA)-backed company shifted to ‘bearish’ from ‘neutral’ territory over the past day.

NBIS stock retail sentiment on October 1 as of 7:45 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

Nebius Targets AI’s ‘Idle GPU Tax’

The company said its acquisition addressed a growing challenge in AI infrastructure, where GPUs sit idle while models load, new capacity comes online or model weights are updated.

Those delays, known as cold starts, become increasingly expensive when AI workloads operate at large scale. Cloud providers need to keep spare GPU capacity available to handle sudden demand, even when those GPUs are not actively processing requests.

Inferize’s technology is designed to make that capacity more elastic, allowing Nebius to bring additional inference capacity online faster and more closely match GPU availability with actual demand.

That could improve utilization and lower the infrastructure cost associated with serving each AI token.

Nebius Builds Out Token Factory

The acquisition also expands Nebius’s broader push to build a production-grade inference platform.

Nebius said Inferize will work across Token Factory, extending beyond the initial integration. The company previously added model, kernel and system-level optimization through Eigen AI, while Clarifai’s team and technology brought system-level inference and compute orchestration.

Inferize CEO Guy Bortnikov said the company’s technology is designed to reduce the need to keep spare GPUs running purely to remain ready for demand. Inferize was founded in January 2026 and built a working prototype within three months. Its engineers will now join Nebius’s inference team.

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GOOGL Stock Rises After Gemini 4 Argon Launch, But JPMorgan Says Google Must Reclaim AI Leadership

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:25:02 +0530

JPMorgan’s comments come after Alphabet launched Gemini 4 Argon, its latest frontier AI model, with initial access limited to trusted cyber defenders.
The firm maintained its ‘Overweight’ rating but said Google needs to “re-establish itself at the frontier and as an AI leader for both the industry and investors.”
Argon is designed for software engineering, enterprise knowledge work and cybersecurity, with Google also using the model internally for technical applications.

Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL) shares rose Thursday after Google unveiled Gemini 4 Argon, its latest frontier AI model, with JPMorgan saying the launch could help the company re-establish itself at the front of the AI race.

In a note to investors cited by TheFly, JPMorgan maintained its ‘Overweight’ rating on Alphabet, pointing to Argon’s performance across complex workflows, software engineering and cybersecurity. The firm said Google needs to “re-establish itself at the frontier and as an AI leader for both the industry and investors.”

GOOGL stock rose as much as 1.5% in pre-market trade.

Gemini 4 Argon Takes On OpenAI, Anthropic

Google’s own benchmark comparisons show Argon competing closely with models from OpenAI and Anthropic, including GPT-6 Astra, Claude Fable 5.1 and Claude Opus 5.5. Argon leads on several tests covering knowledge work, coding and long-context tasks, although competitors still lead on some evaluations.

That matters because Google’s AI challenge is no longer simply about producing a capable chatbot. OpenAI and Anthropic have pushed their models deeper into software development, enterprise workflows and agentic tasks, raising the bar for what businesses expect from frontier AI.

Argon is initially being rolled out to trusted cyber defenders through Google’s Fairwind program, with broader access planned later. Google said the phased approach is designed to gather feedback and strengthen safeguards before the model reaches developers, enterprises and consumers.

Google Targets Complex AI Workflows

Google is positioning Argon for long-horizon tasks rather than simple question-and-answer applications.

The model is designed for software engineering, legal and financial knowledge work, and cybersecurity defense. Google is also using Argon internally for demanding technical work, including data-center optimization and other engineering applications.

The model launches at an introductory price of $2 per million input tokens and $10 per million output tokens, putting it in the same initial price range as some competing premium models.

How Is Retail Feeling About GOOGL Stock?

Retail sentiment around Alphabet shifted to ‘bearish’ from ‘neutral’ territory on Stocktwits over the past day.

Some traders remained focused on the potential revenue opportunity from a paid Gemini rollout, with one investor stating that a broader paid Gemini offering could drive significant revenue growth for Alphabet.

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Another trader pointed to Google’s heavy capital spending on AI infrastructure, comparing the company’s approach with Meta’s recent push into AI hardware.

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GOOGL stock has gained around 8% year-to-date and over 40% in the last 12 months.

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Mitsui Kinzoku Partners with Factorial to Scale All-Solid-State Battery Manufacturing

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:20:02 +0530

Strategic partnership expected to accelerate global scale up of Factorial's all-solid-state Solstice™ platform
Mitsui Kinzoku, one of the few companies in the world holding foundational solid-state electrolyte technology, signs Joint Development Agreement to help power the scale up
The partnership positions Solstice™ at the center of an industry wide push toward commercializing all solid-state batteries.

BOSTON, Sept. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Factorial Energy Inc. (“Factorial”) (Nasdaq: FAC), a global leader in solid-state battery technology, today announced a strategic partnership with Mitsui Kinzoku Company, Limited to support the industrialization of its Solstice™ all-solid-state battery platform.

Mitsui Kinzoku is a leading producer of sulfide-based solid electrolytes for all-solid-state batteries, one of few companies worldwide with foundational technology in this space, and already the global leader in ultra-thin copper foil, with an estimated 90% share of the semiconductor market for that foil. That materials science expertise underpins its A-SOLiD™ sulfide solid electrolyte, unveiled in 2016 and advancing toward mass production at a dedicated plant in Saitama, Japan.

"I am very pleased that we have been able to enter into this joint development agreement with Factorial," said Dr. Kiyotaka Yasuda, Senior Executive Officer, General Manager, Business Creation Division of Mitsui Kinzoku Company, Limited. "Batteries are a key technology for realizing an electrified society, but significant technical challenges still remain. That is precisely why we believe it is necessary to go beyond the extension of existing technologies and take on the challenge of creating new value. By leveraging Mitsui Kinzoku's long-established expertise in materials and manufacturing technologies and combining it with Factorial's advanced technological capabilities, we aim to accelerate the realization of next-generation batteries."

Factorial remains the fabless innovator across the platform, leading cell design, process development, supply chain qualification, line integration, and manufacturing validation.

“Battery innovation can't be done by one single company," said Siyu Huang, CEO of Factorial. "It's driven by the entire supply chain and, increasingly, by an entire industry coalition. Mitsui Kinzoku's foundational electrolyte technology brings critical materials expertise to our work to move Solstice™ toward commercial deployment. We're not just building a battery. We're building the connective thread that helps the whole industry move forward together.”

As robotics, aerospace systems, and AI-enabled infrastructure ask more of the physical world, energy is fast becoming the defining constraint on what's possible. Factorial calls this the emergence of the energy layer - the battery infrastructure needed to power the next era of mobility, aerospace and physical intelligence. Built for that layer, Solstice™, Factorial's sulfide-based all-solid-state battery platform, delivers high energy density and improved thermal stability, with proprietary dry-cathode processing enabling more cost-effective manufacturing.

This collaboration builds on Factorial's recent momentum, including strategic investments from IQT and POSCO Future M; its first commercial orders for passenger vehicles in January and for aerospace in July; expanded automotive and industrialization partnership programs; and its June 2026 Nasdaq listing under the ticker symbol FAC.

About Factorial Energy

Factorial Energy (Nasdaq: FAC) is a leading American solid-state battery innovator backed by IQT – the not-for-profit strategic investor for the U.S. national security community and America’s allies – and Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Hyundai, and Kia. Through its proprietary FEST® and Solstice™ platforms, engineered for scalable manufacturing, Factorial delivers industry-leading performance across aerospace, energy storage and mobility applications. In 2026, Factorial's initial drone flight test achieved 30% longer range, and the company secured its first commercial orders in both aerospace and passenger vehicle applications. In automotive, Mercedes-Benz’ real-world road testing in a lightly modified test vehicle achieved over 1,200 km of range on a single charge, with the technology also successfully integrated into a fully built Dodge Charger Daytona demonstration vehicle in partnership with Stellantis.. For more information, visit www.factorialenergy.com.

About Mitsui Kinzoku

Mitsui Kinzoku is a Japan-based global materials company and a leading manufacturer of non-ferrous metals and advanced materials, providing innovative solutions primarily for the automotive and electronics industries. Leveraging its core strengths in non-ferrous metals, functional materials, and recycling technologies, the company develops and manufactures a wide range of high-performance products, including automotive components, semiconductor materials, battery materials, and engineered materials. With a strong focus on innovation, environmental responsibility, and resource circulation, Mitsui Kinzoku collaborates with partners around the world to create new value and will continue to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this communication may be considered forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or Factorial’s future financial or operating performance, including expectations regarding manufacturing capabilities, commercialization plans, business strategy, customer programs, partnerships, supply-chain development and production readiness. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terms such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “project,” “target,” “plan,” “potentially” or similar terminology. These statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Factorial undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Factorial has used, and intends to continue to use, its Investor Relations website (https://ir.factorialenergy.com), as a means of disclosing material non-public information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Information on or that can be accessed through Factorial’s Investor Relations website, or that is contained in any website to which a hyperlink is provided herein is not part of this press release, and the inclusion of Factorial’s Investor Relations website address, and any hyperlinks are only inactive textual references.

Apple’s Fall Product Cycle Could Support Revenue Growth, Says Morgan Stanley — Sees Memory Costs As An Offsetting Factor

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:15:02 +0530

Morgan Stanley cut its Apple price target to $355 from $360 but maintained an ‘Overweight’ rating.
BofA warned that agentic AI could weaken Apple’s control over discovery and transaction initiation even if iPhone sales remain intact.
Apple’s latest launches include the iPhone 18 Pro lineup and refreshed Mac mini and Mac Studio models.

Morgan Stanley sees Apple Inc.’s (AAPL) latest product cycle supporting higher revenue, but not necessarily translating into much stronger earnings, according to TheFly.

The firm modestly raised its revenue estimates following Apple’s fall launches, citing stronger iPhone builds, upside from Mac and Services pricing. However, the firm says lower iPhone average selling prices and higher memory costs are expected to largely offset those gains, leaving its earnings outlook little changed.

The firm lowered its Apple price target to $355 from $360 while keeping an ‘Overweight’ rating. It described agentic AI as both “a potential emerging risk” and an opportunity for Apple.

AAPL stock traded marginally in the red in Thursday’s premarket at the time of this writing.

New Hardware Supports The Revenue View

Apple began shipping the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on Sept. 18 after unveiling the devices earlier in the month. The new models run on the A20 Pro chip and include Apple’s latest Siri AI capabilities.

Apple also refreshed its Mac lineup ahead of the iPhone launch cycle, introducing a new Mac mini with the M6 and M5 Pro chips, and a Mac Studio powered by the M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. Those desktops became available Sept. 22.

The company entered the launch period with momentum across those businesses. In its fiscal third (Q3) quarter, Apple said iPhone, Mac and Services each posted June-quarter revenue records, while total revenue rose 16% year over year to $109.4 billion.

Agentic AI Adds Another Variable

Earlier this week, BofA highlighted Agentic AI risk for Apple after Meta Platforms’ (META) Muse gained traction. According to TheFly, the firm said Apple could retain every handset sale while still losing discovery, referrals, and transaction initiation if consumers increasingly begin tasks through third-party AI agents.

Still, BofA maintained a ‘Buy’ rating on AAPL stock and said it continues to view Apple as “an eventual winner of AI at the edge.”

Apple is also pushing further into that interface itself. Siri AI began rolling out in September with personal context understanding, on-screen awareness, and the ability to take actions across apps.

What Retail Thinks About AAPL Stock

On Stocktwits, retail investor sentiment around AAPL stock remained in the ‘bearish’ territory despite Apple being the best-performing Mag 7 stock so far this year.

AAPL stock retail sentiment on October 1, as of 09:00 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

In 2026, Apple stock has risen nearly 23%. In comparison, the State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLK) and the Vanguard Morningstar Growth ETF (VUG), which hold the stock, have risen over 35% and 11%, respectively, over the same period.

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MKC Stock Draws Investor Attention After Volatile Morning Following Upbeat Q3 -- Gross Profit Margin Expands By 190 Basis Points

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:10:02 +0530

McCormick reaffirmed 2026 guidance, including 13% to 17% sales growth and $3.05 to $3.13 adjusted EPS.
Organic sales increased 1.9% during the quarter, driven by a 2.2% increase from pricing, partially offset by a 0.3% decline in volume and product mix.
Unilever Foods integration remains on track, with $600M in expected annual run-rate cost synergies.

McCormick & Company Inc. (MKC) shares dropped on Thursday morning as the flavor and seasoning company reported fiscal third-quarter results that topped estimates and reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook.The stock surged as much as 6% in premarket trading before paring most of its gains, as of this writing.

McCormick reported third-quarter net sales of $2.02 billion, up 17.4% year-over-year, while adjusted earnings came in at $0.86 per share. According to estimates from Fiscal AI, analysts were expecting revenue of about $1.98 billion and adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.76.

Organic sales increased 1.9% during the quarter, driven by a 2.2% increase from pricing, partially offset by a 0.3% decline in volume and product mix. Sales also benefited from the McCormick de Mexico acquisition, which accounted for 14% of the overall sales increase.

McCormick Highlights Margin Expansion, Productivity Gains

Gross profit increased by $150 million from the year-ago period, while gross profit margin expanded by 190 basis points to 39.3%. Adjusted operating income increased 22.1% to $358.5 million, with adjusted operating margin expanding 70 basis points to 17.7%.

McCormick said the improvement in gross profit margin was driven by the McCormick de Mexico acquisition, higher sales and cost savings from its Comprehensive Continuous Improvement (CCI) program, partially offset by higher commodity and freight costs.

“Disciplined productivity initiatives helped offset rising input and freight costs, supporting margin expansion and enabling continued investment in our brands to drive long-term profitable growth,” said Brendan M. Foley, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of McCormick & Company.

Foley said the quarter reflected a solid base-business contribution and accretion from McCormick de México, where the company has substantially completed its integration. He added that McCormick’s enhanced margin profile and operational discipline position the company to continue investing in its brands, capabilities and innovation.

MKC Reaffirms Fiscal 2026 Outlook

McCormick reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook, including net sales growth of 13% to 17%, adjusted operating income growth of 16% to 20% and adjusted EPS of $3.05 to $3.13.

The company continues to expect organic sales growth of 1% to 3% for the year. McCormick said its outlook reflects continued investments in key categories, productivity initiatives through its CCI program and the contribution from McCormick de Mexico.

“Overall, performance reflected solid base business contribution and accretion from the McCormick de Mexico acquisition,” Foley said, adding that strong year-to-date performance, including organic growth, margin expansion and robust cash flow, gives the company confidence in delivering its 2026 outlook.

Unilever Foods Deal Integration Remains On Track

McCormick said integration planning for its proposed combination with Unilever’s Foods business remains on track. The company has established the future operating model and leadership team, set up a dedicated Integration Management Office and mobilized 20 cross-functional teams comprising more than 200 employees from McCormick and Unilever Foods.

The company said its Day 1 planning has identified specific integration initiatives, while transition service agreements are in place to support business continuity after the deal closes.

McCormick expects the combined company to realize approximately $600 million in annual run-rate cost synergies, net of growth reinvestments and potential dis-synergies, with approximately two-thirds expected to be achieved by Year 2 following the close.

The company also expects to identify approximately $100 million in additional cost and revenue synergies that would be reinvested to support growth. McCormick expects the transaction to deliver mid- to high-single-digit adjusted EPS accretion within the first 12 months after closing and mid- to high-teens accretion in Year 3.

The transaction is expected to close by mid-2027, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Retail View On MKC

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment surrounding the stock has improved to ‘extremely bullish’ amid ‘high’ message volumes in the past 24 hours.

MKC stock has declined by more than 35% so far this year.

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Gold Price Today: Why Did Gold Prices Rise Again While Silver Fell Rs 5,000 In Delhi?

Asianet Newsable English — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:09:51 +0530

Gold prices rose for the second straight session, gaining Rs 500 to Rs 1,49,800 per 10 grams in Delhi on Thursday, supported by a weaker rupee and firm global prices. Silver, however, fell Rs 5,000 to Rs 2.27 lakh per kg.

Gold prices continued their recovery on Thursday, rising for the second session in a row in the national capital. A weaker rupee and a firm trend in international markets supported the yellow metal.

Gold of 99.9 per cent purity rose Rs 500 to Rs 1,49,800 per 10 grams, inclusive of all taxes, according to local traders. It had closed at Rs 1,49,300 per 10 grams on Wednesday.

The rise came a day after gold had gained Rs 700 from its two-month low.

Silver moved in the opposite direction on Thursday.

The precious metal declined by Rs 5,000 to Rs 2.27 lakh per kilogram, inclusive of all taxes. It had closed at Rs 2.32 lakh per kg in the previous session.

Despite gold's two-day recovery, the metal remained lower for the week. Gold has fallen Rs 2,800, or nearly 2 per cent, this week.

Silver has seen a sharper weekly decline, losing Rs 10,000, or around 4.2 per cent.

One factor supporting domestic gold prices was the fall in the Indian rupee.

The rupee slipped below the Rs 96-per-dollar level on Thursday and closed at 96.31 against the US dollar. This was its weakest closing level in more than two months.

A weaker rupee can support domestic gold prices because the metal is largely imported and becomes more expensive in rupee terms when the currency loses value.

Gold also found support from softer US inflation data, which reduced expectations of a rate hike by the US Federal Reserve, according to Gaurav Garg, Head of Research at brokerage platform Lemonn.

International gold prices remained firm on Thursday.

Spot gold rose USD 11.94, or 0.29 per cent, to USD 4,169.06 per ounce. Silver also gained nearly 1 per cent globally, trading around USD 60.79 per ounce.

Praveen Singh, Head of Commodities at Mirae Asset Sharekhan, said gold moved higher after softer inflation data, although the rise was limited by higher oil prices and continuing uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz.

The recent movement in gold has come after the metal fell sharply through the week before recovering over the past two sessions.

Market participants are now watching upcoming US economic data for clues about the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.

Saumil Gandhi, Senior Analyst - Commodities at HDFC Securities, said investors would focus on the US ISM Manufacturing PMI, weekly jobless claims and comments from Federal Reserve officials.

These indicators could influence expectations around US interest rates and, in turn, global gold prices.

Bullion markets in India will remain closed on Friday, October 2, on account of Gandhi Jayanti.

Gold had also gained on Wednesday as traders returned to the market to buy at lower levels after its recent decline. Silver, meanwhile, remained unchanged at Rs 2.32 lakh per kg on Wednesday.

(With inputs from agencies)

FHTX Stock On Track For Record Low — Why Did Foghorn And Lilly Pull The Plug On Cancer Drug?

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:05:02 +0530

Foghorn said the drug showed a favorable safety profile but insufficient efficacy to support further development.
Foghorn is set to cut its workforce by about 40%.
Separately, Lilly’s Foundayo cut the estimated 10-year diabetes risk by 57% versus placebo at its highest dose.

Shares of Foghorn Therapeutics (FHTX) tanked nearly 45% in pre-market trading on Thursday, after the biotech firm said it would stop developing experimental cancer drug FHD-909 under its partnership with Eli Lilly (LLY).

If the pre-market levels hold after the opening bell, FHTX shares would crash to their all-time lows. The stock is also on track for its biggest single-day loss ever.

Why Was The Program Cut Short?

The companies made the decision after reviewing Phase 1 trial data and also dropped another drug targeting SMARCA2, a protein being studied as a potential target for certain cancers. Foghorn said FHD-909 demonstrated a favorable safety profile and achieved drug exposures that exceeded its preclinical targets.

However, the treatment did not show enough efficacy to justify further development.

Foghorn and Lilly began their collaboration in December 2021 to develop new cancer treatments. Under the deal, Foghorn received $300 million upfront and was eligible for up to $1.3 billion in development and commercialization milestone payments, while Lilly also invested $80 million in the biotech firm.

FHD-909 became the first program from the partnership to enter clinical development

Foghorn Turns To Its Own Pipeline

Foghorn is now cutting its workforce by about 40% and redirecting resources toward wholly owned programs, it said. Those include its EP300 degrader, an oral immunology and inflammation program, a CBP degrader and a drug discovery platform.

The restructuring is expected to extend Foghorn's cash runway into the second half of 2029. Foghorn ended June with $257.8 million in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities.

Lilly Reports New Predicted Data For Foundayo

Separately on Thursday, Lilly reported new data for its oral GLP-1 obesity drug Foundayo. A new analysis of the Attain-1 study showed that the highest dose, 17.2 mg, was associated with an estimated 57% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes over the next 10 years compared with placebo.

The same dose was associated with an 18% reduction in the predicted risk of cardiovascular disease. Lower doses also showed reductions in predicted diabetes and cardiovascular risk. LLY shares edged 0.4% higher.

Retail Bullish On RKLB Business Momentum But Neutron Delay Raises Questions

Despite the pre-market losses, retail sentiment for FXTH on Stocktwits turned ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’ a day earlier, amid ‘high’ message volumes.

FXTH shares have slumped 63% so far in 2026.

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ZenaTech Letter to Shareholders Outlines 316% Q2 Revenue Growth and Seventh Consecutive Quarter of Sequential Growth

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:00:07 +0530

Drone as a Service generated $8.6 million, or nearly 93% of Q2 revenue, as the Company expanded its operating platform and advanced its defense technology portfolio<

Vancouver, British Columbia, October 01, 2026 — ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech” or the “Company”), a technology solution provider specializing in AI-powered drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS and Quantum Computing solutions, today provides a business update and future outlook in a letter to shareholders from CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D. Unless otherwise indicated, all financial figures are expressed in Canadian dollars.

To our valued shareholders,ZenaTech continues its evolution from a technology development company with a software revenue base to a diversified, multi-product and vertically integrated operating company with a scalable Drone as a Service platform, and advancing commercial, government and defense drone technology portfolio, and an enterprise software business.I am proud of what we accomplished during the first half of 2026. We continued to execute our business plan, scale our DaaS operations and advance our drone and software platforms for business, government and defense markets.Second-quarter revenue reached $9.3 million, up 316% year over year, while revenue for the first six months reached $17.7 million, up 425% from the comparable period last year. First-half revenue also exceeded our full-year 2025 revenue of $12.9 million by approximately 37%. Drone as a Service remained our primary revenue engine, contributing $8.6 million, or nearly 93% of total revenue in the quarter, and $16.4 million during the first half.

We have now delivered seven consecutive quarters of sequential revenue growth since Q4 2024. Quarterly revenue increased more than 13 times over that period, from approximately $0.7 million in Q4 2024 to $9.3 million in Q2 2026.

In June 2026, ZenaTech was added to the Russell 3000® Index, an important market-recognition milestone as we continue to expand the Company.

Our Q2 operating expenses increased with our larger workforce, acquired operations, sales and marketing activity, technology development and public-company costs. We recognize that scaling revenue must ultimately translate into improved operating leverage. Our focus is therefore not only on adding locations, but also on integrating them, deploying drone-enabled workflows and expanding higher-value data and analytics services.

Following our May financing, we ended the quarter with $12.2 million in cash, $34.6 million in combined cash and marketable securities, and $24.3 million in working capital. Total assets increased 50% to $149.3 million and shareholders’ equity increased 34% to $91.4 million. These resources provide flexibility to fund integration, product development and disciplined acquisitions, while we remain focused on careful capital allocation.

Drone as a Service

The scale of our operating platform continues to expand. In Q2 2026, we completed four land survey and legacy service business acquisitions, bringing our cumulative DaaS acquisition count to 24 at June 30. Subsequent transactions increased that count to 29 to date and expanded our presence into additional sectors and regions, including Alberta, Ohio, Idaho and, most recently, Georgia. ZenaTech’s DaaS operations now have a physical presence in 14 U.S. states. We also expanded our corporate footprint with offices in South Korea and the United Kingdom, while our broader DaaS operations and acquisition activity extend across the U.S., Canada, the UK and Australia.

We chose land surveying and related engineering services deliberately. These are essential, fragmented industries facing a shortage of licensed professionals, while many workflows remain manual and dependent on decades-old processes. By combining established local operators and customer relationships with drones, LiDAR, centralized data processing and analytics, we believe we can increase field capacity, shorten project timelines and improve data and precision. For customers, that can mean faster and more useful information. For shareholders, it creates a platform through which technology, shared services and new offerings can be deployed across a growing revenue base.

Our objective is to build a scaled, technology-enabled global Drone as a Service platform. We acquire established operating companies with licensed professionals, existing customers and specialized expertise, then connect them with ZenaDrone technology, software, AI, analytics and our vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities. Each acquisition adds an existing revenue base upon consolidation. As integration progresses, we believe drone-enabled workflows can reduce costs per job, increase capacity and support margin improvement.

Scale matters because each new location expands the customer base into which we can deploy differentiated technology and data services and broadens the types of contracts we can pursue. We will continue to target acquisitions in sectors ready for drone-enabled modernization as we enter new U.S. states and international markets. At the time of our Q2 results announcement, signed acquisition offers across the U.S., Canada and Australia, if completed, were expected to contribute approximately $40 million in revenue during the first 12 months following closing.

Defense Technology Progress

Our defense technology portfolio is an important component of our long-term strategy, and we continue to advance product development, certification and customer engagement as demand for commercial and defense drone solutions grows.

The ZenaDrone 1000, IQ Nano and IQ Square have advanced into the cybersecurity phase of the Blue UAS certification process, while the IQ Quad is also progressing toward certification. Blue UAS certification supports eligibility for U.S. government and defense procurement. We are also moving from internal development toward customer-facing demonstrations. We have received our first confirmed U.S. government defense agency demonstration request and are planning demonstrations involving the IQ Nano, ZenaDrone 1000 and IQ Square for applications including inspections, surveys, specialized cargo, reconnaissance and inventory management. We believe this progress strengthens our ability to pursue future pilots and potential contracts.

We continue to build out our Counter-UAS platform to offer cost-effective solutions. Low-cost hostile drones can be extraordinarily expensive to counter using traditional intercept methods. The Interceptor P-1 is our low-cost, one-way autonomous interceptor designed to physically engage hostile drones, with a target selling price of under US$5,000. It has entered flight testing. We have also advanced our IQ Aqua underwater mine-detection drone into U.S. field testing in Florida and are progressing development of the larger gas-powered ZenaDrone 2000 and IQ Glider autonomous maritime launch and refueling platform. Together, these technologies form part of a broader integrated Counter-UAS architecture intended to be supported by Zena AI and our research involving detection and swarm-command capabilities.

ZenaDrone has also begun in-house flight testing of custom-designed printed circuit boards manufactured by our Taiwan-based Spider Vision Sensors subsidiary and integrated at our UAE facility, advancing our vertical-integration strategy toward NDAA-compliant drones and Blue UAS certification.

Geographically, we are developing capabilities for U.S. and allied defense markets, including potential NATO and Gulf-state opportunities. Our Ukraine-based manufacturing and testing operation is being established with a planned focus on Counter-UAS and interceptor drones, and we registered Phoenix Aero as our Western Ukraine-based company.

Enterprise SoftwareEnterprise SaaS revenue was $702,315 in Q2, an increase of approximately 6% from the prior-year quarter. First-half Enterprise SaaS revenue was $1.29 million, compared with $1.39 million a year earlier. During the quarter, we added NOW Solutions, an HR and payroll software business serving government and institutional customers.We also announced Zoo Office™, the next evolution of our enterprise software strategy. Our vision is an AI-powered enterprise productivity platform that will include the Company’s existing 13 software brands together with new applications under development. It is intended to provide an integrated business environment in which AI can understand organizational context, automate repetitive workflows, execute tasks and support better decisions.

We have also expanded ZenaWorx virtual design and construction progress monitoring with digital-terrain-modeling capabilities and signed the Company’s first paying customer in the AI data-center construction market.

Outlook for the Remainder of 2026

As we move through the second half of 2026, we believe we are positioned to continue building the business. Our priorities remain integrating and scaling our platforms, converting technology investment into revenue, and continuing the disciplined M&A activity that has driven our growth.

In DaaS, we are working to close transactions covered by signed acquisition offers while continuing to integrate acquired survey, inspection and power-washing businesses into drone-based delivery. Our objectives include reducing the cost per survey and per job, increasing capacity and geographic reach, supporting margin expansion, and introducing additional data and analytics services with centralized processing.

In drone technology and defense, we are advancing product development, the Blue UAS certification process and engagement with U.S. defense agencies. These activities are intended to support additional demonstration requests, potential procurement-list inclusion, pilots and future government revenue. We are also progressing our Counter-UAS and interceptor programs and establishing Ukraine-based testing and manufacturing capabilities to support product-development objectives.

Our manufacturing priorities include further commissioning facilities, expanding production capabilities and growing manufacturing and testing teams across Mesa, Arizona; Sharjah, UAE; and Taipei, Taiwan.

In enterprise software, we are continuing the rollout of Zoo Office™, our planned AI-powered enterprise productivity platform incorporating 13 existing software brands and designed to support future Enterprise SaaS revenue opportunities.

Finally, we will continue to manage our balance sheet carefully as we fund organic growth, integrate acquisitions and pursue additional disciplined transactions.

ZenaTech is a very different company than it was a year ago. We have moved from primarily developing software and technologies to building a larger operating platform with revenue, customers, acquired businesses, manufacturing capabilities, software products and a growing defense opportunity pipeline.

I am proud of what we have accomplished to date and the results we have delivered. We remain committed to building long-term shareholder value as we scale the business. I am grateful for your continued support and confidence, and I look forward to sharing our progress throughout the remainder of 2026.

Sincerely,

Shaun Passley, Ph.D.

Chief Executive Officer

ZenaTech, Inc.

Additional information is available in ZenaTech’s Form 6-K filing on the SEC EDGAR website.

About ZenaTech

ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) is a technology company that specializes in AI autonomy drone platforms to transform commercial, government, and defense sectors. Its subsidiaries include drone manufacturing through ZenaDrone, a global Drone as a Service (DaaS) business, and an enterprise SaaS division of software brands. The Company is executing an acquisition-led DaaS roll-up strategy to digitize and automate legacy service industries including land surveys and inspections, driving drone-based scalable and recurring revenue growth. With an operating footprint spanning North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia, ZenaTech is advancing AI drones for agriculture and logistics, as well as ISR, cargo, and counter-UAS applications for U.S. defense and NATO allies. The company is investing in next-generation technologies, including drone swarms, quantum computing, and advanced AI autonomy to capture long-term opportunities in key markets through its R&D initiatives.

About ZenaDroneZenaDrone, a subsidiary of ZenaTech, develops and manufactures AI-powered multifunction autonomous drone solutions integrating machine learning, predictive analytics, and advanced computing technologies, for government, defense, and industrial applications. This includes multifunctional drones for surveying, inspections, logistics, security, and defense applications. Its product portfolio includes the ZenaDrone 1000 for ISR defense and specialized cargo, the IQ Nano for indoor inventory management and security, the IQ Square for outdoor inspections and maintenance, the IQ Quad for land surveying, and the IQ Aqua for underwater applications. ZenaDrone operates three global manufacturing facilities in Arizona, Dubai, and Taiwan, and is advancing counter-UAS maritime interceptor drones and an integrated defense system.

Contacts for more information:

Company, Investors, and Media:

Linda Montgomery ZenaTech312-241-1415investors@zenatech.com

Investors:

Michael MasonCORE IRinvestors@zenatech.com

Safe HarborThis press release and related comments by management of ZenaTech, Inc. include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws and applicable Canadian securities laws. These forward-looking statements are subject to the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This forward-looking information relates to future events or future performance of ZenaTech and reflects management’s expectations and projections regarding ZenaTech’s growth, results of operations, performance, and business prospects and opportunities. Such forward-looking statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terminology such as “may”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “aim”, “seek”, “is/are likely to”, “believe”, “estimate”, “predict”, “potential”, “continue” or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information in this document includes, but is not limited to ZenaTech’s expectations regarding its revenue, expenses, production, operations, costs, cash flows, and future growth; expectations with respect to future production costs and capacity; ZenaTech’s ability to deliver products to the market as currently contemplated; ZenaTech’s ability to develop products for markets as currently contemplated; ZenaTech’s anticipated cash needs and its needs for additional financing; ZenaTech’s intention to grow the business and its operations and execution risk; expectations with respect to future operations and costs; the volatility of stock prices and market conditions in the industries in which ZenaTech operates; political, economic, environmental, tax, security, and other risks associated with operating in emerging markets; regulatory risks; unfavorable publicity or consumer perception; difficulty in forecasting industry trends; the ability to hire key personnel; the competitive conditions of the industry and the competitive and business strategies of ZenaTech; ZenaTech’s expected business objectives for the next twelve months; ZenaTech’s ability to obtain additional funds through the sale of equity or debt commitments; investment capital and market share; the ability to complete any contemplated acquisitions; changes in the target markets; market uncertainty; ability to access additional capital, including through the listing of its securities in various jurisdictions; management of growth (plans and timing for expansion); patent infringement; litigation; applicable laws, regulations, and any amendments affecting the business of ZenaTech and other related risks and uncertainties disclosed under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Form F-1, Form 20-F and other filings filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on EDGAR through the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information except as required by applicable law. Such forward-looking information represents management’s best judgment based on information currently available. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed, and actual future results may vary materially. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information.

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Regeneron, Sanofi Expand Immunology Alliance With $1B Upfront Payment: Here Are The Key Highlights

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:15:01 +0530

Regeneron is set to receive $1 billion upfront, with another $7 billion tied to development, regulatory and commercial milestones.
The expanded partnership brings four long-acting antibody programs into the alliance, with three candidates expected to enter clinical studies next year.
Regeneron will retain an option to add Sanofi’s investigational lunsekimig after its Phase 3 COPD studies are completed.

Sanofi (SNY) and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN) are expanding their long-running immunology alliance, adding four next-generation, long-acting antibody programs to the partnership in a deal that gives Regeneron $1 billion upfront and up to another $7 billion in potential milestone payments.

REGN and SNY shares were trading marginally higher in premarket trading at the time of writing on Thursday morning.

Regeneron To Receive $1B Upfront

Under the expanded collaboration agreement, Regeneron will receive a $1 billion upfront payment from Sanofi, with the potential for up to an additional $7 billion in development, regulatory and commercial milestone payments.

The companies will share development and commercialization costs for the new programs and split future profits from the potential products 50:50 globally.

Four Long-Acting Antibodies Added

The expanded Alliance covers four new long-acting antibodies invented by Regeneron. The candidates target interleukin-13 (IL-13), an IL-4xIL-13 bispecific, interleukin-4 (IL-4) and interleukin-4 receptor alpha (IL-4Rα).

REGN20423, a long-acting IL-13 monoclonal antibody, is currently in a Phase 1 clinical study for atopic dermatitis. The other three antibodies are expected to enter clinical studies in 2027.

Regeneron CEO Calls Alliance Expansion A Foundation For Next-Gen Medicines

“The Regeneron-Sanofi alliance has been one of the most productive in biopharma history. This agreement builds on that foundation to bring the next generation of immunology medicines to patients even faster,” Regeneron President and CEO Leonard S. Schleifer said.

Under the expanded agreement, Regeneron will lead research and development activities, while Sanofi will lead global commercial efforts.

Regeneron Gets Option To Add Lunsekimig

Regeneron will also have the option to include Sanofi’s lunsekimig in the collaboration after completion of its Phase 3 studies for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Lunsekimig is an investigational bispecific Nanobody VHH therapy targeting TSLP and IL-13.

Dupixent Profit-Sharing Agreement Unchanged

The expanded Alliance builds on the companies’ more than 20-year collaboration, which includes their work on Dupixent. More than 1.5 million people are currently receiving Dupixent across nine indications, according to the companies.

Sanofi and Regeneron said the existing profit-sharing agreement for Dupixent, their blockbuster immunology drug, will not change. The companies also said they have settled their prior collaboration-related litigation.

Sanofi and Regeneron are scheduled to host a conference call for investors and analysts at 8:00 a.m. ET on Thursday.

Retail View On SNY and REGN

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for Regeneron (REGN) rose to "bullish" from "neutral" a week ago, on "normal" message volume. Sanofi (SNY) sentiment, by contrast, held at "neutral" over the past 24 hours.

REGN shares have slipped nearly 3% year-to-date, compared with a drop of almost 18% for SNY.

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Evercore’s Julian Emanuel Reportedly Says AI Isn’t Immune To Cost Of Capital — $1T-Plus IPO Could Be Key To Trade

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:10:01 +0530

Evercore’s Emanuel expects market dips in the fourth quarter amid high oil, elevated yields and competition for capital.
He said clients expect a company valued above $1 trillion to go public this quarter.
Emanuel identified Muse as a catalyst behind recent pressure on financial stocks.

Artificial intelligence spending is not immune to rising capital costs as long-term U.S. Treasury yields trade at levels not seen in more than two decades, according to Julian Emanuel, Senior Managing Director, Evercore ISI.

In an interview with Bloomberg, Emanuel pushed back on that idea, saying, “It is not going to be different this time.” The question is where the level lies at which higher rates begin to matter, he added.

Emanuel’s comments come as the 10-year Treasury yield climbed to about 5.34% on Thursday, its highest level in 24 years.

$1T-Plus IPO Could Matter For AI

Asked whether he expects a company valued at more than $1 trillion to go public this quarter, Emanuel said yes.

Evercore had debated the issue extensively with high-profile clients and said it expects such an offering to happen. For the health of the AI trade, he said, it is important that the IPO takes place “at a good price.”

Emanuel also linked recent market choppiness with several high-profile IPOs being pulled, making the pipeline an important focus heading into earnings season.

Muse, Banks And Earnings Season

Emanuel said there was no single explanation for the recent weakness in financial stocks, noting earlier concerns around credit quality and software exposure even as capital-markets activity remained strong around midyear.

Still, he identified a more recent catalyst: “a furry little creature called Muse” that investors feared could hurt profit margins.

That makes upcoming bank commentary particularly important, especially around the IPO pipeline, credit quality, and how stocks react to management commentary. “Financials almost never set the tone for earnings season,” he said, highlighting that they will this quarter.

How Are U.S. Stocks Placed Today

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Thursday. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose around 20 points, while S&P 500 futures rose 0.36% and Nasdaq-100 futures were up 0.8%.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), an exchange-traded fund that tracks the S&P 500 Index, remained ‘extremely bullish,’ and Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ), which tracks the Nasdaq-100 Index, stayed ‘bullish.’

A ‘New Normal’ For Capital

Emanuel described the current bond backdrop as a “new normal,” contrasting today’s roughly $40 trillion cumulative deficit with around $10 trillion the last time yields were at similar levels.

He also pointed to global competition for capital as countries deal with deglobalization, the need to rearm, and efforts to reorder supply chains, while hyperscalers are seeking funding at the same time.

Evercore is looking for roughly $3 trillion in hyperscaler capital expenditure next year, the Evercore analyst said.

Emanuel said investors should expect dips in the fourth quarter, citing high oil prices, elevated yields, competition for capital, the Iran situation and the midterm elections.

He also noted that recent midterm elections during the Trump political era had been volatile and said limited Federal Reserve forward guidance adds to the backdrop.

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ACN Stock Jumps After Accenture Posts Record $84.5B Annual Bookings, Q4 Earnings Beat

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:05:01 +0530

Accenture’s new bookings reached $22.2 billion in the quarter, while full-year bookings hit a record $84.5 billion.
Fourth-quarter operating margin rose to 15.3% from 11.6% a year earlier, while operating income increased 40% to $2.86 billion.
Accenture expects fiscal 2027 revenue growth of 3% to 6% and EPS of $14.39 to $14.81.

Accenture (ACN) shares rallied in early morning trade on Thursday after the consulting firm reported fiscal fourth-quarter results that beat expectations and posted record bookings.

ACN stock jumped as much as 18% in pre-market trade, on track to hit an over seven-month high if gains hold, and was among the top trending tickers on Stocktwits at the time of writing. Accenture was also the top gainer in the S&P 500 ahead of the market open.

ACN stock price performance year-to-date and pre-market movement on October 1 as of 7:15 a.m. ET | Source: TradingView

Accenture reported earnings per share (EPS) of $3.29 for the fourth quarter (Q4), beating analysts’ estimate of $3.18, as per Koyfin. Revenue came in at $18.7 billion, ahead of the $18 billion consensus estimate.

New bookings reached $22.2 billion in the quarter, giving Accenture a book-to-bill ratio of 1.2. Full-year bookings reached a record $84.5 billion. CEO Julie Sweet said Accenture also recorded a quarterly record of 141 client bookings worth at least $100 million. The company returned a record $11.5 billion to shareholders during the year, up 38%.

“We exceeded our fourth-quarter revenue guidance range and capped off another year of broad-based growth across our business… reached a new high of 141 quarterly client bookings of $100 million or more.”

Julie Sweet, Chair and CEO, Accenture

Record Bookings Give Accenture Investors A Key Signal

The bookings figure is particularly important after a difficult year for Accenture shares. The stock entered Thursday down roughly a third for the year and trading near $177, close to its 52-week low of $174.

Investors have been concerned that generative AI could reduce demand for traditional consulting and staffing work, particularly services billed by the hour. Last month, Guggenheim downgraded ACN stock to ‘Neutral’ on those same concerns.

Accenture has also stopped separately reporting advanced AI bookings and revenue after the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Management said AI work is increasingly being incorporated into larger client projects rather than sold as a standalone service.

Accenture Delivers Stronger Profitability And Cash Flow

Accenture’s profitability also improved. Fourth-quarter operating margin rose to 15.3% from 11.6% a year earlier, while operating income increased 40% to $2.86 billion.

Accenture also generated $2.85 billion in fourth-quarter free cash flow and $11.62 billion for the full year. The company returned $11.5 billion to shareholders in fiscal 2026, including $7.5 billion in share repurchases and $4 billion in dividends.

Accenture’s fiscal 2027 outlook remains relatively cautious, calling for revenue growth of 3% to 6% and EPS of $14.39 to $14.81.

How Is Retail Feeling About ACN Stock?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around ACN shares flipped to ‘bullish’ from ‘bearish’ territory over the past day. Chatter stayed at ‘normal’ levels.

ACN stock retail sentiment on October 1 as of 7:15 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

One Stocktwits trader pointed to the improvement in Accenture’s Americas business, highlighting the 7% revenue growth and the increase in operating margin to 17% from 11% a year earlier.

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ACN stock has fallen over 30% this year, not accounting for Thursday’s pre-market moves, and dropped around 25% in the last 12 months.

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RKLB Stock A ‘Core Holding For Space Bulls,’ Analyst Says – Sees 43% Upside As Synspective Deal Boosts Backlog

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:00:07 +0530

The brokerage said Rocket Lab is one of only a few companies “on the planet” delivering regular commercial access to orbit.
Citi initiated coverage with a ‘Buy’ rating and a $105 price target, implying about 43% upside from current levels.
Rocket Lab signed its largest-ever commercial Electron contract with Japanese Earth-imaging company Synspective.

Shares of Rocket Lab (RKLB) jumped around 5% in pre-market trading on Thursday, as Citi highlighted the space firm’s proven launch business and growing backlog as key advantages.

Citi initiated coverage with a ‘Buy’ rating and a $105 price target, implying about 43% upside from current levels.

The analyst call comes a day after Rocket Lab announced its largest-ever commercial Electron contract, a 20-launch agreement with Japanese Earth-imaging company Synspective. The deal takes Synspective’s total contracted Electron missions to 47 and pushes Rocket Lab’s overall launch backlog above 100 missions.

Citi Sees Electron As Rocket Lab’s Key Differentiator

The brokerage said Rocket Lab is one of only a few companies “on the planet” delivering regular commercial access to orbit. Citi also highlighted Rocket Lab’s unique position in the space industry given its proven Electron launch vehicle.

Citi added that Rocket Lab shares are a “core holding for space bulls.”

RKLB shares are on track to snap a three-session losing streak. However, the stock is currently on course for a first weekly loss in three weeks.

Synspective Deal Keeps Up Electron Momentum

Rocket Lab has maintained a busy launch schedule this year. The company has carried out missions for commercial and government customers since January and completed its 18th Electron launch of the year last month, averaging 2 missions a month. At the current rate, Rocket Lab would launch 24 missions in 2026, three more than its present annual record.

Wall Street Eyes Bigger Catalysts

Citi isn't alone in highlighting Rocket Lab’s launch record. Earlier this week, Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated an ‘Overweight’ rating and $122 price target, pointing to its launch performance and mix of government and commercial customers.

Cantor also highlighted two upcoming catalysts: the debut of Rocket Lab’s larger Neutron rocket and its planned roughly $8 billion acquisition of Iridium Communications (IRDM). The company is still testing the launch vehicle, and the first launch date remains unconfirmed. Cantor has previously positioned Neutron as a potential direct competitor to SpaceX’s Falcon 9.

The Iridium deal cleared a major hurdle last week after shareholders approved the transaction, with the companies targeting a mid-2027 closing.

Retail Bullish On RKLB Business Momentum But Neutron Delay Raises Questions

Despite the pre-market gains, retail sentiment for RKLB on Stocktwits turned ‘bearish’ from ‘neutral’ a day earlier. RKLB was also among the top trending tickers on the platform.

One user said there’s a lot to be excited about as a Rocket Lab shareholder, with the company seeing ‘incredible, compounding momentum’ across its businesses.

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However, another user highlighted Neutron’s delay.

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RKLB shares have shed around 8% so far this year, but have outperformed peers ASTS’ 30% slump, LUNR’s 20.4% decline and SPCE’s 9% loss.

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Nokia, ICEYE Take On SpaceX’s Starlink With Sovereign LEO Network For Defense Customers

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:10:02 +0530

The first communications satellites are expected to launch in 2028.
The network is expected to support military, border security, emergency response and disaster-relief operations.
Last month, Reuters reported that Britain’s Ministry of Defense spent nearly $40 million on SpaceX satellite services

Nokia (NOK) was in the spotlight on Thursday, after it announced a partnership with satellite company ICEYE to develop secure low-Earth-orbit (LEO) broadband systems for governments and military customers, with the first satellites expected to launch in 2028.

At the time of writing, U.S.-listed Nokia ADRs edged up 0.7% in pre-market trading.

Countries To Own And Operate LEO Systems Independently

The companies plan to combine ICEYE’s satellite and ground-system expertise with Nokia’s networking technology to connect satellites, ground infrastructure and user terminals.

Unlike a conventional commercial satellite service, countries will be able to own and operate the system themselves, including the satellites, ground segment and terminals.

“Nations must be able to fully own and control their communications, without dependency on a foreign commercial operator’s terms of service,” said Rafal Modrzewski, CEO and Co-founder of ICEYE.

The network is designed for defense, border security, emergency response and disaster-relief missions and will offer low-latency connectivity.

Race For Defense Communications Heats Up

LEO satellites orbit much closer to Earth than traditional satellites. Large LEO constellations can provide broader coverage when terrestrial networks are unavailable or disrupted. That has made satellite connectivity increasingly important for modern military operations.

The announcement comes as European governments increasingly use SpaceX’s satellite services. Starlink is one of the world’s largest LEO satellite networks and is also used for military communications and drone operations, particularly in Ukraine.

SpaceX’s recent Starship launch with 26 Starlink V3 satellites expands its LEO network even further.

Last month, Reuters reported that Britain’s Ministry of Defence spent nearly $40 million on SpaceX satellite services. The ministry had about 1,000 Starshield terminals and 500 Starlink terminals, making Britain the first country outside the U.S. to publicly acknowledge adopting SpaceX’s military-focused Starshield service.

Nokia is also expanding its UK defense deals through a recent partnership with C3IA covering communications, autonomous technologies and other military technologies.

Retail’s Take On NOK

Retail sentiment surrounding NOK on Stocktwits remained ‘bearish’ over the past 24 hours.

One user expects Nokia to participate in a U.S. government project to study the future of warfare.

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NOK ADRs are up more than 55% so far in 2026.

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BTC Price Target: Citi Raises Bitcoin Forecast To $113K, Ethereum Target To $3,028 As ETF Inflows Return

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:05:02 +0530

The new bitcoin target reverses two cuts Citi made earlier in 2026, although it remains below bitcoin’s October 2025 record above $126,000.
Citi said the Clarity Act setback narrowed the path toward a broader crypto market-structure bill but did not derail its overall outlook.
Bitcoin and ether have rallied nearly 40% and 68%, respectively, over the past three months, narrowing their year-to-date losses.

Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) edged higher in early morning trade on Thursday, with Citigroup raising its 12-month price targets for both leading cryptocurrencies, pointing to stronger crypto market activity, a more supportive macroeconomic backdrop and a resumption of exchange-traded fund inflows.

The firm raised its price target on Bitcoin to $113,000 from $82,000, an increase of roughly 38%, while lifting its price target on Ethereum to $3,028 from $2,240, as per a note to investors cited by Reuters.

Bitcoin’s price edged about 0.06% lower in the last 24 hours, trading at around $83,600 at the time of writing. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the apex cryptocurrency trended in ‘bearish’ territory over the past day.

Bitcoin retail sentiment on October 1 as of 6:10 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

Meanwhile, Ethereum’s price edged 0.11% lower in the last 24 hours, trading at around $2,600 at the time of writing. It also saw sentiment trending in ‘bearish’ territory over the past day.

Bitcoin and Ethereum have rallied nearly 40% and 68%, respectively, over the past three months, narrowing their year-to-date losses to roughly 4% and 9%.

Bitcoin and Ethereum price performance year-to-date on October 1 as of 6:10 a.m. ET | Source: TradingView

Citi Reverses Two Bitcoin Target Cuts

The latest forecast marks a sharp reversal from Citi’s outlook earlier this year. The firm started 2026 with a $143,000 Bitcoin price target, cut it to $112,000 in March after the CLARITY Act stalled in the Senate Banking Committee, and lowered it again to $82,000 in July.

The July cut reflected weak ETF demand and concerns that digital-asset treasury companies could become net sellers. The new $113,000 target remains below Bitcoin’s October 2025 record above $126,000.

ETF Inflows Become Key To Citi’s Outlook

Citi’s updated targets depend heavily on institutional demand returning to crypto ETFs.

The firm expects roughly $5 billion of inflows over the next 12 months for spot U.S. BTC ETFs, with advisers and brokerages gradually increasing their allocations rather than returning to the market all at once.

Bitcoin ETFs have recorded $875.91 million in net inflows so far this year, according to SoSoValue data. They’ve seen approximately $3.26 billion over the past 12 months through September 2026.

CLARITY Act Setback Narrows Regulatory Path

Citi acknowledged last month’s failure to advance the Clarity Act, which would establish a regulatory framework for digital assets and clarify the jurisdictional divide between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

The firm said the setback “narrowed the path to a market-structure bill” but did not derail the broader regulatory outlook. Citi also pointed to subsequent SEC rule announcements that helped offset some of the negative impact on market sentiment.

Citi also pointed to a weaker dollar and broader risk-asset momentum as factors supporting the recent crypto rally, including the Treasury’s recent move to buy back longer-dated bonds.

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Synopsys’ Long-Term Earnings Targets Come In ‘Well Ahead’ Of Consensus, BofA Says — Firm Lifts Target By $100

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:00:07 +0530

BofA raised its fiscal 2027 and 2028 pro forma EPS estimates by 7% and 16%, respectively.
Synopsys expects fiscal 2027 revenue of $11.1 billion to $11.2 billion, representing roughly 15% growth at the midpoint.
The company is targeting a non-GAAP operating margin of about 50% by fiscal 2030 and plans roughly $1 billion in near-term share repurchases.

Bank of America raised its price target on Synopsys Inc. (SNPS) by $100 after the chip-design software company laid out new financial targets at its 2026 Investor Day.

According to TheFly, Analyst Vivek Arya maintained a ‘Buy’ rating on SNPS stock and raised the target to $600 from $500. The firm said Synopsys’ targets imply roughly a 23% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in pro forma earnings per share (EPS) from fiscal 2026 through 2030, “well ahead” of consensus expectations.

BofA subsequently raised its fiscal 2027 and fiscal 2028 pro forma earnings estimates by 7% and 16%, respectively, per TheFly.

At the time of this writing, SNPS stock traded more than 2% higher in Thursday’s premarket.

Synopsys Targets Higher Growth, Wider Margins

Synopsys’ long-term framework calls for revenue to grow at roughly a 15% compound annual rate from fiscal 2026 through 2030, while non-GAAP EPS are expected to grow in the mid-20% range.

For fiscal 2027, the company expects revenue between $11.1 billion and $11.2 billion, with the midpoint representing about 15% growth. It is also targeting a non-GAAP operating margin of roughly 44% next year, rising to about 50% by fiscal 2030.

Within the business, Synopsys expects electronic design automation revenue to grow at least 13% annually through 2030, simulation and analysis revenue by at least 10%, and Design IP by at least 17%.

KeyBanc Says Investor Day Addressed Bear Concerns

KeyBanc also turned more constructive, raising its price target to $605 from $600 while maintaining an ‘Overweight’ rating.

According to TheFly, the firm highlighted better-than-expected initial fiscal 2027 guidance, higher long-term growth targets for electronic design automation and intellectual property, and meaningful operating-margin expansion.

The analyst also pointed to Synopsys’ explanation of the secular growth drivers across its portfolio, as well as incremental partnerships with Amazon Web Services and OpenAI.

KeyBanc said the event addressed many of the concerns raised by bears and reinforced its view that electronic design automation remains a compelling opportunity at current levels, per TheFly.

Cash Generation Supports Buybacks

Synopsys is also targeting free cash flow growth in the mid-20% range over the fiscal 2026-to-2030 period.

After investing in the business, the company said it expects to return up to 50% of free cash flow to shareholders through share repurchases. Synopsys intends to buy back approximately $1 billion of stock over the coming months, subject to market conditions.

The updated framework comes as Synopsys positions its design and simulation portfolio around what it describes as the expansion of digital and physical AI and the broader shift toward AI-powered engineering.

What Retail Thinks About SNPS Stock

On Stocktwits, retail investor sentiment surrounding SNPS stock flipped to ‘bullish’ territory amid high message volume.

SNPS stock retail sentiment on October 1 as of 05:15 a.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

So far this year, Synopsys stock has fallen more than 9%. In comparison, the Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 ETF (QQQ), which holds both stocks, has risen over 2% during this period.

See Also: Micron's Blowout Q4 Pushes Memory Peak Further Out – But Investors Still See A Cycle Risk

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HPE Stock Price Target Hiked By Barclays On Networking Growth Outlook Jump – Analyst Sees 23% Upside Potential

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:08 +0530

HPE raised its fiscal 2027 networking revenue growth outlook to the high-teens to low-20% range from its previous 13% to 17% framework.
HPE said its combined networking business could grow from $9.3 billion in fiscal 2024 to roughly $11.3 billion in fiscal 2026, with operating profit nearly doubling.
HPE raised its target for Juniper-related annual run-rate cost synergies to $800 million by fiscal 2028 from at least $600 million previously.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) shares rose in early trade Thursday, extending gains after hitting a record high above $67 in the prior session, following a price target increase from Barclays that implies roughly 23% upside from the all- time high.

Barclays raised its price target to $83 from $79 and kept an ‘Overweight’ rating following HPE's Networking Investor Day on Wednesday, the company's first such event since closing its roughly $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks a little over a year ago.

HPE stock was up as much as 1.7% in pre-market trade. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the shares remained in ‘bearish’ territory over the past day.

HPE stock price performance year-to-date and pre-market movement on October 1 as of 6:00 a.m. ET | Source: TradingView

HPE Raises Networking Growth Outlook

Barclays noted HPE raised its fiscal 2027 networking revenue growth outlook to the high-teens to low-20% range, up from the 13% to 17% framework the company had given on its third quarter (Q3) earnings call just weeks earlier.

The firm also highlighted HPE's view that Helios, AMD's new rack-scale AI system, represents an over $1 billion networking opportunity for HPE over the next two years.

Juniper Acquisition Adds To HPE Networking Growth

HPE said at its investor day that its combined networking business is on track to grow from $9.3 billion in fiscal 2024 to roughly $11.3 billion in fiscal 2026. Operating profit is expected to nearly double over the same period.

The company also raised its target for Juniper-related cost synergies to $800 million in annual run-rate savings by fiscal 2028, up from at least $600 million previously. HPE attributed the increase to faster-than-expected integration.

The networking business now includes Juniper alongside HPE’s legacy Aruba and data-center networking operations, giving the company a broader portfolio aimed at enterprise, cloud and AI infrastructure customers.

AI Infrastructure Drives HPE Networking Demand

HPE executives pointed to AI-driven data-center demand as a key growth driver, including the company’s recently announced $1.2 billion order from cloud provider Vultr to deploy AMD Helios AI rack systems across its U.S. data centers.

HPE is also involved in a separate gigawatt-scale infrastructure agreement with Oracle that uses HPE Juniper switching and routing equipment. The company now expects data-center networking revenue to grow at a low- to high-50% compound annual rate from fiscal 2026 through fiscal 2029.

HPE executives acknowledged that the business remains supply-constrained heading into next year, although those constraints are expected to ease.

HPE stock has gained over 160% year-to-date.

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Nasdaq, S&P 500, Dow Futures Mixed Even As Micron Fuels AI Rally: ORCL, NKE, TSLA, RKLB, ASTS, PSKY In Focus

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:10:01 +0530

Micron is putting the AI trade back in the spotlight. The memory-chip maker reported a blowout quarter and expects memory supply-demand conditions to remain tight into fiscal 2027 and 2028.
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield finished the third quarter at its highest level since 2007 after its biggest quarterly rise in decades, even as softer inflation reduced the odds of an October Fed hike.
Investors are also looking ahead to September manufacturing data and Friday’s jobs report as the fourth quarter gets underway.

U.S. stock futures were mixed early Thursday, with AI and semiconductor shares in focus after Micron Technology delivered a blowout quarter, while investors grappled with elevated Treasury yields, geopolitical risks, and a crucial U.S. jobs report just one day away. Separately, U.S. President Donald Trump, in a social post on Wednesday, unveiled plans for South Korea to invest about $200 billion in U.S. projects, including eight nuclear plants.

As of 4:00 a.m. ET, Nasdaq futures rose 0.6%, S&P 500 futures were flat, while Dow and Russell 2000 futures dipped 0.4%.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), an exchange-traded fund that tracks the S&P 500 Index, remained ‘extremely bullish,’ and Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ), which tracks the Nasdaq-100 Index, stayed ‘bullish.’

S&P 500 Hid A Brutal September – What Does October Hold?

The S&P 500 looked relatively steady in September amid a tough macro backdrop, but nearly four out of five stocks in the index fell. AI-linked winners such as Intel, AMD, and Meta helped mask the damage. However, our data analysis shows that retail attention moved in the opposite direction, with Stocktwits message volume rising a median 72.5% on stocks that fell more than 10%. This suggests the sharpest declines also attracted more attention on the platform.

With the S&P 500 and Nasdaq finishing the third quarter higher, Stocktwits sentiment for the ETFs tracking the two indexes (SPY and QQQ) remained extremely bullish heading into October. A Stocktwits poll with more than 19,000 responses found that 40% of respondents planned to buy more in Q4, while another 35% planned to stay the course. The remainder said they were taking profits or rotating toward safer assets.

As markets head into October, the AI theme remains a big catalyst, but the 10-year Treasury yield has climbed to around 5.3%, its highest level in more than two decades. Meanwhile, softer August inflation data has shifted market bets for the next Fed rate hike to December, even as Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari flagged a higher neutral rate and sticky long-term yields on Wednesday.

Later in the day, markets will turn their attention to the September ISM Manufacturing PMI report.

The AI Trade Is Back

Micron Technology (MU) shares rose marginally in early premarket after posting record fiscal Q4 results and robust FY27 guidance. The chipmaker added that memory supply constraint conditions will remain tight through 2028 due to surging AI demand.

Oracle (ORCL): Shares rose over 2% in early premarket following reports that China’s Tencent leased 100,000 chips from Oracle’s Southeast Asia data centers to boost its AI infrastructure.

Alphabet (GOOGL): Shares rose over 2% in early premarket trade after CEO Sundar Pichai previewed the new “Gemini 4 Argon” AI model, designed for advanced internal software, cyber, and quantum workflows.

Meta Platforms (META): Sensor Tower reported that Meta’s new Muse AI agent surpassed 5 million downloads in under three weeks, outpacing early adoption rates of competing AI assistants.

Synopsys (SNPS): Shares rose over 2% in early premarket after the company outlined strong long-term targets, projecting nearly 15% CAGR through FY30 fueled by custom silicon demand and its AI chip-design collaboration with OpenAI.

Constellation Energy (CEG): Shares rose over 3% in early premarket after announcing a 20-year power purchase agreement with Amazon (AMZN) to supply 190 megawatts of nuclear capacity from Calvert Cliffs for AI data center needs.

Trending Stocks

Nike (NKE): Shares were under mild pressure in early premarket trade ahead of its Q1 fiscal earnings report scheduled after the market close. The stock has fallen roughly 80% from its November 2021 peak, but retail sentiment on Stocktwits remains bullish.

Tesla (TSLA) on retail radar ahead of its delivery updates. Meanwhile, Cathie Wood has publicly praised CEO Elon Musk’s diplomacy across U.S. and Chinese leadership.

Rocket Lab (RKLB): Shares rose over 3% in early premarket trade after securing a 20-launch commercial deal with Synspective for its Electron launch vehicle, its largest commercial contract to date.

AST SpaceMobile (ASTS): Shares rose 2% in early premarket trade as three BlueBird satellites head toward Cape Canaveral, and the company continues to push its direct-to-device satellite network.

SpaceX (SPCX): Analysts debate valuation targets after Jim Chanos flagged what he described as a major reduction in the implied 2027 Starship launch outlook, while others point to potential upside from AI-compute contracts.

In other news, Elon Musk will co-lead “Project Meridian,” a 120-day Pentagon study on future autonomous warfare capabilities.

Defense Contractors (LHX, RTX) and Drone Stocks (ONDS, AVAV, KTOS, UMAC, RCAT) are in the spotlight as the U.S. Department of War announced the creation of the new Autonomous Warfare Command (“AutoWarCom”).

Paramount Skydance (PSKY) & Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) are in focus after pricing a $45 billion debt package and obtaining court approval to finalize their combined merger expected to close on Oct. 6, 2026.

Robinhood (HOOD): Goldman Sachs has a Buy rating with a $145 price target. The firm cited strong product velocity and platform expansion into perpetual futures.

Toast (TOST) & DoorDash (DASH): Jefferies noted DoorDash’s new DashOS platform introduces competition in restaurant marketing, but Toast retains its core point-of-sale lead.

Pharma Pulse

Eli Lilly (LLY) remains in the spotlight after Phase 3 ACHIEVE-4 trial data showed its oral GLP-1 candidate, Foundayo (orforglipron), demonstrated non-inferior cardiovascular safety alongside significant A1C and weight reduction versus insulin glargine.

Corvus Pharmaceuticals (CRVS): In focus after announcing the initiation of a Phase 1b clinical trial evaluating Soquelitinib for patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa.

Intellia Therapeutics (NTLA): Drawing investor attention following institutional disclosures showing Cathie Wood’s ARK Investment bought 467,000 shares on Wednesday.

Other tickers trending on Stocktwits at the time of writing included Sellas Life Sciences (SLS), Enphase Energy (ENPH) and Boeing (BA).

What Else To Watch Thursday

On the earnings front, beyond Nike, watch out for Accenture Plc (ACN) and McCormick & Co. (MKC).

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NOC Stock Heads For Second Red Week: BofA Calls Northrop Attractive Despite Losing Navy Contract To Boeing

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:05:01 +0530

BofA called Northrop Grumman’s loss of the Navy fighter contract to Boeing disappointing but maintained its Buy rating.
BofA sees potential near-term stock weakness as an attractive entry opportunity.
Boeing’s $20 billion-plus Navy deal strengthens its military business after winning the F-47 program.

Northrop Grumman Corp. (NOC) stock is heading for a second straight weekly decline after losing the U.S. Navy’s F/A-XX fighter contract to Boeing Co. (BA), but Bank of America remains constructive, calling any near-term weakness potentially attractive as Northrop retains major defense programs.

Northrop Grumman stock inched 0.3% higher in Thursday’s premarket. The stock is down 5.3% so far this week and 10% in September, marking its worst month since April.

BofA Calls Navy Fighter Loss Disappointing For Northrop

BofA called Boeing winning a major U.S. Navy fighter jet contract over Northrop Grumman as “disappointing”. However, the firm said Northrop still has several major defense programs that could support its business.

BofA highlighted Northrop’s involvement in the B-21 Raider bomber, Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile program and several other defense initiatives. Those projects give the company a substantial pipeline of work even without the latest Navy fighter award.

The firm also said it would not be surprised if Northrop challenges the Navy’s decision. A formal protest could create another development for investors to monitor following the contract announcement. BofA indicated that a near-term decline in the stock could create an opportunity to enter the position, while reiterating its ‘Buy’ recommendation.

Boeing Builds Momentum In Military Aviation

The F/A-XX will eventually replace older F/A-18 fighter aircraft and operate alongside the F-35C on Navy aircraft carriers. The Navy expects the new jets to begin entering service in the 2030s.

NOC Stock: Retail View

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘bearish’ territory.

A user said, “I don't think the government's selection was the best option for the American defense industry. My guess is Boeing had better lobbyists.”

Another user said, “NGAD award literally doesn't matter. NOC reported a backlog of 40-60bil last annual shareholders meeting.”

NOC stock has declined 15% year-to-date.

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Micron's Blowout Q4 Pushes Memory Peak Further Out – But Investors Still See A Cycle Risk

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:00:08 +0530

Micron expects memory supply-demand conditions to tighten further through fiscal 2027 and 2028.
SanDisk is also seeing demand outpace supply, with customer allocation expected to continue beyond 2027.
Morningstar sees the current memory boom extending into 2028 before a major supply-driven downturn emerges.

Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) silenced its critics, delivering its strongest quarterly performance yet, with sales surging 379% year over year, and gross margin reaching 86.8%, while warning that the current memory squeeze will intensify next year and persist through at least 2028.

Those were remarkably bullish signals, suggesting memory companies could keep minting money, while demand for advanced chips and servers from AI and cloud players shows little sign of slowing yet. Whether the stocks rise in tandem is a different story.

The results, along with those from peer SanDisk Corp. (SNDK) last month, have settled the debate: there’s no slowdown on the horizon for now. The concern capped gains in Micron and SanDisk shares recently, after both stocks had rallied sharply from April 2025 through their peaks in June 2026.

Micron’s Bullish Signal

“Industry demand has strengthened since our last earnings call, and we expect memory and storage supply demand conditions to be much tighter in fiscal 2027 and 2028 than they were in 2026,” Micron CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said on a Wednesday call with analysts.

In June, he told analysts the memory crunch would last past 2027 but struck a softer tone than he did on Wednesday.

Micron’s fourth-quarter revenue climbed 31% quarter over quarter to $54.23 billion, while sales rose a staggering 256% to $133.19 billion over the fiscal year 2026. The company is projecting around $61.5 billion in sales in the current quarter.

"We expect higher gross margins beyond fiscal (first quarter) for the remainder of fiscal 2027, with a more moderate rate of price increases," CFO Mark Murphy said.

The initial reaction to Micron stock was underwhelming, with shares dipping 0.6% in Thursday’s premarket session, suggesting investors may have already priced much of the strong report into the stock ahead of the results. However, many retail traders believe the stock would run higher in due course.

MU remains about 12% below its all-time high level from late June. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment for MU shifted to ‘extremely bullish’ from ‘bullish the previous day.

How Does SanDisk Compare?

SanDisk’s fourth-quarter revenue rose at a higher clip, rising 51% sequentially and 372% year over year to $8.97 billion, according to results issued on Aug. 5. On a full year basis, sales rose 175% to $20.25 billion.

SanDisk posted a gross margin of 84.6% in the quarter compared to 26.2% in the Q4 a year ago. The company will issue Q1 results on Oct. 29. SanDisk CEO David Goeckeler said at the time that “demand from our customers is growing faster than our supply,” with bits expected to remain on allocation beyond 2027.

The company expects “very robust demand through the end of 2027, and into 2028.”

SanDisk shares are down about 26% from their all-time high, also set in June, suggesting the stock may have more room to run. However, analysts see greater upside in Micron, with consensus estimates from Koyfin implying 42% upside for MU versus 23% for SNDK.

Micron primarily supplies DRAM and high-bandwidth memory (HBM) which have a greater role in AI data centers, while SanDisk focuses more on NAND-based storage products such as SSDs, flash drives and memory cards.

Micron trades at 6.6 times 12-month forward earnings, compared with 8.1 times for SanDisk, making Micron the lower-valued name on a forward earnings basis.

Analysts’ View On Memory Supercycle

In a new report, Morningstar said Micron’s latest results reinforced its view that the memory market remains in an exceptionally strong upcycle, but signs of moderation are emerging.

Micron is seeing “the highest pricing growth we’ve ever seen in the modern memory market,” while quarter-on-quarter pricing growth is already slowing. Morningstar remains bullish on the next four quarters, but said the deceleration suggests “a peak is on the horizon,” which it expects around early 2028.

Looking further out, Morningstar expects the current boom to eventually give way to the traditional memory cycle. A “massive amount of new supply” coming online through 2030 should put downward pressure on memory prices, with supply potentially doubling by 2028 and triggering a steep pricing decline across 2029-31.

Higher capital spending would also bring heavier depreciation, weighing on margins, according to the firm.

Morningstar cut its fair value estimate for Micron to $700 from $850, citing moderated near-term growth expectations and its forecast for a steep downturn beginning in 2029.

Patrick Moorhead, CEO of Moor Insights & Strategy, argued that Micron’s results suggest the memory upcycle remains strong despite concerns. “Not a slowdown,” he wrote in an X post, highlighting that more than 75% of Micron’s 2027 output is already committed.

Ben Bajarin, CEO of Creative Strategies, blamed the margins guidance for the stock’s drop. “The irony should not be lost on us that the memories industry has averaged single digit margins and folks are mad its not going to 90 lol,” he posted on X.

MU and SNDK stock are up 273% and 633%, respectively.

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SOXX Posts Worst Quarter In Over A Year — Michael Burry Cites An 1880 Story To Flag AI’s ‘Power-Hungry’ Chip Race

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:15:02 +0530

Burry warned that AI’s “parameter trap” relies on “zillions of power-hungry chips” without resolving fundamental limitations.
He argued that compression and reasoning-first approaches could reduce computing requirements.
Burry replaced direct shorts with puts across several AI-linked names, including September 2027 SOXX puts with strikes in the low $400s.

A rough quarter for the iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) has brought “The Big Short” investor Michael Burry’s criticism of AI spending into focus, including his warning that the industry’s reliance on power-hungry chips has created a “parameter trap.”

SOXX fell 11.3% in the third quarter, its worst quarterly performance since March 2025, while the bearish Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3X Shares ETF (SOXS) gained 2.1%, snapping five consecutive quarters of losses.

Burry Finds An AI Warning In 1880

Burry examined an 1880 newspaper account of Melville Ballard, a deaf man who recalled questioning the origins of humanity and the universe before learning written language. Professor Samuel Porter presented the case at the Smithsonian Institution. Burry interpreted it as evidence that reasoning can precede words.

“Today, well into the 21st century, by putting language before the capacity for reason, we are not building intelligence; we are building an increasingly sophisticated mirror,” Burry said. He argued that scaling language processing cannot establish genuine understanding, proposing “Ballard’s Test”: an entity must demonstrate reason without language before it can be said to possess understanding.

Burry Challenges Multitrillion-Dollar Scaling ‘Myth’

Burry’s main concern is that developers are pursuing larger models and greater computing resources without resolving fundamental limitations. “This ‘bad start’ has led to a ‘parameter trap,’ where brute-force language processing powered by zillions of power-hungry chips has become an incredibly ironic bottleneck,” he said.

He pointed to compression and reasoning-first approaches as potential alternatives, citing discussions with Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski and research including Google’s AlphaGeometry and Meta’s Coconut.

“This multi-trillion dollar scaling myth may be rendered redundant by a return to the silence of pre-linguistic reason,” he said. His investment concern is that more efficient AI could reduce computing requirements, leaving chip suppliers and infrastructure investors with weaker returns than expected.

Burry Shifts AI Bets Into Long-Dated Puts

This week, Burry said he had covered direct shorts in Micron Technology, Nebius Group, Caterpillar, SOXX, CoreWeave, Nvidia and Palantir Technologies, replacing exposure with puts across several names.

His SOXX position moved into September 2027 puts with strikes in the low $400s. Nvidia puts carried September 2027 strikes in the mid $100s, while an enlarged Palantir put position targeted the same expiry at strikes in the low $100s.

Micron exposure shifted into June-expiry puts around $500, and Nebius into June-expiry puts at double-digit strikes. Caterpillar and Oracle positions moved into December 2027 puts. He covered CoreWeave without immediately finding attractively priced replacement options.

Burry said research strengthened his belief that the AI bubble could burst “sooner than later.” The update followed his disclosure from last week that he had added “in some size” to shorts in Micron, Nebius, SOXX and Palantir amid concerns about expanding memory supply.

How Do Retail Traders Feel About SOXX And SOXS?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for SOXX improved to ‘neutral’ from ‘bearish’ a quarter ago as message volume rose 34% over the same period. Meanwhile, sentiment for SOXS flipped to ‘bearish’ from ‘bullish’ despite a 150% jump in quarterly message volume. Watcher counts increased 3% for SOXX and 1% for SOXS in a quarter.

One user said, “$SOXX rip rip rip, buy the dip! If $MU doesn't deliver, they'll just announce a circular deal somewhere else and pump the market! It always comes from semis!!!”

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Another user said, “$SOXS I found it so amusing. $AMD just hit ATH a few days ago. Some of the others like $NVDA TSM are inching close to ATH. If your rich dream is based on the bubble burst, it is DEAD wrong. The fundamentals justified at the current high valuation. When the AI bubble starts bursting, the SOXS must be in the 20s or even 10s. Aka, the timing is not there yet. The earliest you can short semi is when the leader NVDA TSM are showing peak earnings.”

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So far this year, SOXX has gained 89%, while SOXS has plunged 95%.

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NKE Stock Ticks Higher Overnight: Retail Stays Bullish On Nike Ahead of Q1 Earnings – 'Time To Reinvest'

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:10:02 +0530

Nike shares have fallen more than 77% from their 2021 peak, while short interest reaches 87 million shares.
Nike is cutting back on discounts and third-party online sales in China to rebuild its premium image.
Jefferies expects earnings above consensus despite ongoing strategic challenges.

Nike Inc. (NKE) heads into its fiscal first-quarter (Q1) results, with investors watching closely for signs that its turnaround efforts are gaining traction. The athleticwear company will release its results after Thursday's market close, while retail traders on Stocktwits remain bullish despite heavy pressure on the stock.

Nike stock edged 0.3% higher overnight, ahead of Thursday. However, the stock has fallen for two straight months.

Nike Faces Prolonged Stock Decline And Heavy Short Interest

Nike is going through a difficult period, with its stock down more than 77% from its November 2021 peak. Nike's earnings arrive as short sellers have built a sizable position in the stock. About 87 million shares are now sold short, representing roughly 7% of the company's available shares.

However, Jefferies expects Nike to post a Q1 revenue of about $11.5 billion and adjusted earnings of $0.48 per share. Both estimates sit above current consensus expectations of $11.3 billion in sales and $0.44 in earnings per share, according to Fiscal.ai data.

The company has faced years of challenges, including problems with its direct-to-consumer strategy, weaker relationships with retail partners, softer demand for lifestyle products and a long slowdown in China.

Nike’s China Strategy

Nike is also working to repair its business in Greater China, where frequent promotions have pressured the brand's premium positioning. Under CEO Elliott Hill, the company has moved away from aggressive discounting and is focusing on a strategy to reduce sales through third-party online retailers to strengthen pricing and restore the brand's appeal. The strategy carries risks because third-party sellers account for a high-teens percentage of Nike’s China sales.

Nike’s technical indicators show how severe the stock’s decline has been. Koyfin data shows its monthly RSI has fallen to its weakest level since 1984, suggesting the stock is heavily oversold.

NKE Stock: Retail Stance

However, on Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘bullish’ territory.

A user said, “Payday! Time to reinvest. Current forward dividend yield: 4.63%.”

Another user said, “If there was ever a time to be a contrarian, I'm pretty sure it's now. Got my earnings lottos.”

A third user quipped, “People will soon scratch their heads here, confused as to how they missed the most obvious play!”

NKE stock has crashed 44% year-to-date.

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SpaceX’s Debut Quarter Fails To Lift Off: Short Seller Chanos Flags Starship Forecast Cut — But Wall Street Still Sees Big Upside

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:05:02 +0530

Analyst Tim Farrar cautioned that the revised cadence could be a year-end goal, rather than imply 50-100 launches throughout 2027.
Starship’s Flight 14 reached orbit and deployed 26 operational Starlink V3 satellites before ending earlier than planned.
Needham maintained its ‘Buy’ rating and $250 target, implying 66% upside, citing AI deals with a potential $54 billion annualized revenue run rate.

Elon Musk-led Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SPCX) ended its first full quarter as a public company in the red. Short seller Jim Chanos challenged its Starship launch outlook, even as a Wall Street analyst sees more than 60% upside driven by AI compute growth.

SpaceX shares closed 1.1% higher at $150.86 on Wednesday. The stock fell 12% in the third quarter despite gaining 5% in September, its second straight monthly gain.

Chanos Flags 80% Starship Forecast Cut

Chanos, founder of Kynikos Associates and the short seller known for predicting Enron's 2001 collapse, weighed in after satellite communications consultant Tim Farrar highlighted a shift in Musk's launch targets.

On SpaceX's Aug. 4 earnings call, Musk said that "probably a year from now, we will be doing at least one flight a day, possibly more."

Musk offered a different target in an interview this week alongside Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. “We deployed V3 Starlink satellites, which are enormous. These are satellites with a wingspan of a 737. Next year, we expect Starship to reach a weekly or twice weekly launch cadence,” Musk said. Aaron Burnett, founder and CEO of space-focused investment and research firm Mach33, interpreted the target as “50-100 launches annualized in 2027.”

“At the midpoint (75 launches) this is an 80% cut in forecasted 2027 Starship launches by Musk. Seems material,” Chanos said on X. His calculation compares 75 launches with 365 at a sustained daily rate.

Analyst Questions 2027 Launch Math

Farrar argued that even the revised cadence could represent a year-end objective rather than a launch rate sustained throughout 2027. “I don’t doubt that 1-2 per week represents at best an end of 2027 objective and likely will be further downgraded/pushed out,” he said, challenging Burnett’s annualized interpretation.

“Some things Musk predicts happen late, others not at all. Deciding which of his predictions will fall into the first or second category is the hard part,” Farrar added.

The debate followed Starship’s Flight 14 launch this week, which reached orbit for the first time and deployed 26 operational Starlink V3 satellites before the mission ended earlier than planned. The larger V3 satellites make Starship’s launch frequency important to Starlink’s capacity expansion. Farrar had previously questioned targets involving 4,000 V3 satellites by the end of 2027, citing launch and terminal-production constraints.

Needham Sees AI Fueling 66% Upside

Needham maintained its ‘Buy’ rating and $250 price target, implying a 66% upside from current levels, after discussions with SpaceX’s investor relations team about AI compute contracts, Investing.com noted.

Most announced agreements are expected to ramp in the fourth quarter, with one beginning in December. The firm estimates the deals could generate $54 billion in combined annualized revenue, helping the company reach its target of about $100 billion in total annual recurring revenue by the end of 2026. Needham also adjusted its second-half 2026 and calendar 2027 AI revenue estimates to reflect a more gradual ramp and potentially uneven renewals.

On Wall Street, SPCX retains a bullish bias. Among 37 analysts covering the stock, it has a consensus rating of ‘Strong Buy’ while their average 12-month price target implies the stock is still trading at a nearly 50% discount, according to Koyfin data.

FCC Opens More Spectrum For Starlink

Separately, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted on Wednesday to expand satellite access to the 12.7-13.25 GHz and 42-42.5 GHz spectrum bands, providing another potential capacity boost for Starlink. The changes permit additional downlink use in the 12.7 GHz band, including service to terminals on aircraft and boats.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the additional bandwidth would improve home internet service. “Making next-gen satellite broadband faster and more reliable will not only benefit current subscribers, but also enhance competition for all consumers,” he said.

How Do Retail Traders Feel About SPCX?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for SPCX jumped to ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’ levels a week ago amid ‘high’ message volume.

TSLA sentiment and message volume as of October 1 | Source: Stocktwits

SPCX stock has declined 6% year-to-date.

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DAL Stock Heads For Red Week: Elon Musk's Feud With Delta Air Lines Over Starlink Intensifies Even As CEO Ed Bastian Hits Back

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:00:08 +0530

Delta’s decision to use Amazon’s Leo WiFi instead of Starlink has sparked a public clash between Elon Musk and CEO Ed Bastian.
Musk criticized Delta’s internet service, while Bastian defended the decision.
Starlink offers faster, readily available onboard internet, while Delta chose Amazon’s Leo, which is still in development.

Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) stock is heading for a losing week as Elon Musk's feud with the carrier over its Starlink rejection escalates, with the SpaceX (SPCX) CEO mocking Delta's in-flight internet and CEO Ed Bastian firing back hard, saying the airline does not want to be associated with Musk at all.

Delta Air Lines stock edged 0.3% higher in Thursday’s premarket. The stock has declined 1.7% so far this week.

Musk Fire Up Clash With Delta CEO Over Starlink Rejection

The spat is more than a social media squabble. Delta is the lone major U.S. carrier choosing Amazon (AMZN) Leo-powered WiFi, a rival to Starlink, the fastest in-flight internet available today, just as competitors race to equip their fleets. Investors are weighing whether the decision leaves Delta behind on the one amenity passengers most want fixed.

Musk took aim at Delta's connectivity, posting on X that the "best way to sandbox an AI is to put it on a Delta flight – it will have no chance of accessing the Internet!"

The jab followed an earlier post in which Musk said Delta "will lose a lot of customers." According to an X post by an aviation insider, Bastian answered to Musk’s jibe, saying, "We do not want to be with Elon Musk. Trust me."

At an earlier event, Bastian said Delta did test Starlink but chose not to partner with Musk. "If you know his reputation, it's all true what they say about him," he said.

Musk did not take the remarks well. After reports of Bastian's comments, he said the CEO "will lose his job."

Delta Could Trail Rivals As Amazon Leo Rollout Lags

Starlink is the quickest option in the sky by a wide margin and is available now and fast to install. Passengers report almost no latency: a website loads when they type the address, thanks to low-earth-orbit satellites.

United and Southwest are close to finishing their installations, and American and Alaska will soon offer Starlink on a critical mass of aircraft. Delta risks being left behind. Delta instead picked Amazon's Leo service.

Leo will not enter beta until next year, so United and Southwest should finish their rollouts before Delta begins installing. Delta plans to equip only about half its fleet. No one yet knows how the system will perform.

Delta has built its premium image around a strong customer experience, making slower WiFi a potential weakness. If Amazon’s service is delayed or performs poorly, Delta may struggle to keep up with rivals as passengers expect reliable onboard internet.

Reacting to the feud, satellite communications consultant Tim Farrar said, “The aim here is to intimidate other airline CEOs who might think about choosing a competing (cheaper) solution...”

DAL Stock: Retail Stance

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘bullish’ territory.

DAL stock has gained over 20% year-to-date.

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Trump Unveils $200B South Korean Investment Push Across US Energy Projects

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:10:01 +0530

Trump said that the two countries have agreed on a $120 billion nuclear power program to build eight large-scale nuclear reactors in the United States.
Trump said that the U.S. and Korea have agreed to work together on a $50 billion Alaska LNG project to unlock new American gas infrastructure.
He also highlighted a $22 billion investment in a 6.4-gigawatt natural gas-fired power project in Encinal, Texas.

U.S. President Donald Trump, in a social post on Wednesday, unveiled plans for South Korea to invest about $200 billion in U.S. projects.

In a Truth Social post, the U.S. president said that South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung had agreed to invest the amount in America under a strategic and trade investment deal agreed upon last year.

U.S.-South Korea Energy Deal

Trump said that the two countries have agreed on a $120 billion nuclear power program to build eight large-scale nuclear reactors in the United States.

“Eight new Reactors. American Power. American Construction. American Manufacturing. More Baseload Electricity, and greater Energy Security for our Country,” Trump said in the post.

Trump also said the U.S. and Korea have agreed to work together on a $50 billion Alaska LNG project to unlock new American gas infrastructure and “deliver transformational change” for the state.

He also highlighted a $22 billion investment in a 6.4-gigawatt natural gas-fired power project in Encinal, Texas.

“These are the kinds of Projects that can transform America for Generations — MORE POWER, MORE CONSTRUCTION, MORE MANUFACTURING, MORE ENERGY SECURITY, and major new opportunities for American Workers,” Trump said.

The President added that the projects will support trillions of dollars of investments in the U.S., including for advanced manufacturing, semiconductors and other industries.

“We are building that capacity HERE, in THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, and the Projects announced today will help power us for Generations to come. These Deals are driven by our Trade Deals. REAL INVESTMENT, REAL PROJECTS, REAL CAPACITY, and REAL JOBS in America. AMERICA IS BUILDING AGAIN!”

South Korea Clarifies Investment Criteria

Shortly after Trump’s post, South Korean President Myung said in a post on X that the $54 billion pipeline for an LNG project in Alaska was subject to commercial considerations.

“Among the U.S. investment projects announced by the United States, the Alaska LNG project will proceed to working level under the preconditions that 1) its commercial viability is confirmed and 2) it complies with the legal procedures of the Republic of Korea,” he said.

“For nuclear power plants as well, commercial viability must be guaranteed on a specific plant-by-plant basis,” he added.

XLE, NLR Stock Reactions

The VanEck Uranium Nuclear Energy ETF (NLR), which tracks global companies involved in uranium mining and nuclear energy, rose about 1% in the overnight session late Wednesday.

Meanwhile, the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) declined about 0.5% overnight.

Retail sentiment on NLR was ‘neutral’ at the time of writing, while it was ‘extremely bearish’ for XLE.

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Everpure Stock Is September’s Surprise S&P 500 Winner, Surging More Than 40% As Retail Piles In

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:05:01 +0530

Everpure’s forecast FY28 outlook calls for $7 billion-$7.3 billion in revenue, representing growth of up to 45%, at its investor day event last month.
S&P 500 inclusion and strong second-quarter results added momentum.
Morgan Stanley, Citi and Bank of America, among others, raised their estimates or price targets on Everpure stock.

Everpure Inc. (P), formerly known as Pure Storage, has emerged as September’s surprise S&P 500 winner, with shares surging more than 40% during the month as investors and retail traders piled into the stock following a sharply higher long-term growth outlook.

The rally accelerated after the company’s Sept. 23 analyst day, where management laid out a much more ambitious growth target tied to AI, hyperscalers and data management.

Moderna, Inc. (MRNA) and Intel Corp. (INTC) finished second and third, with 37.2% and 34.3% gains, respectively.

Everpure Raises The Growth Bar

The biggest catalyst was Everpure’s preliminary FY28 outlook. The company projected revenue of $7 billion-$7.3 billion, implying 39%-45% growth, alongside non-GAAP operating income of $1.7 billion-$1.9 billion, up as much as 100%. Everpure also reaffirmed FY27 revenue growth of 37%-38%.

The forecast bump underscores Everpure’s effort to expand beyond its traditional enterprise-storage business into data management, helping companies organize and make data usable across enterprise applications and increasingly AI workloads.

The company said it is pursuing hyperscalers and neocloud deals, while expanding its software and data-intelligence offerings. Everpure changed its name from Pure Storage in February 2026, beginning trading as Everpure on March 5, to reflect the pivot.

S&P 500 Inclusion, Strong Q2 Add Momentum

The September rally built on Everpure’s strong second-quarter report, issued on Aug. 26. Revenue rose 38% to $1.2 billion, while product revenue jumped 54%, prompting the company to significantly raise FY27 guidance at the time.

Then came S&P 500 inclusion. Everpure announced Sept. 8 that it would enter the index effective Sept. 21, giving the stock greater visibility and potentially expanding the pool of institutional investors tracking it.

How Everpure Compares With SNDK, WDC

The rally outpaced fellow storage stocks SanDisk and Western Digital, which gained 17.2% and 1%, respectively, last month.

Everpure overlaps with SanDisk Corp. (SNDK) and Western Digital Corp. (WDC) through the broader storage and AI-infrastructure market, but its business model differs.

Everpure focuses on enterprise all-flash storage, subscriptions and increasingly data-management software. SanDisk is much more exposed to NAND flash memory, SSDs and data-center storage; it generated $20.25 billion of FY26 revenue, up 175%.

Western Digital, meanwhile, is primarily a hard-disk-drive company following its separation from SanDisk, with FY26 revenue of about $13 billion and Q4 revenue of $3.75 billion.

Analysts Revise Targets

In an investor note published last week, Morgan Stanley said Everpure made a compelling case that continued market-share gains, a larger total addressable market and faster industry growth could support a new “Rule of 60” baseline.

The research firm raised its FY28 and FY29 EPS estimates 15% and 30%, respectively, and now expects 35% revenue growth and 43% EPS growth through 2029.

Citi called Everpure an “inflection point,” saying its storage intellectual property has created a data-management platform spanning enterprises, hyperscalers and neoclouds. Citi raised its price target to $160 from $130. Bank of America, too, lifted its target to $180 from $150.

Retail Traders Are Watching, But Sentiment Is Mixed

On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment for Everpure has oscillated between ‘bullish’ and ‘bearish,’ settling at ‘neutral’ on Thursday.

“$P one way to play $MU is to short P. They ran up on the memory hype but they are flash, mainly enterprise, and on top trying to swing saas as a revenue source. They’ve run too much and if MU margins are exposed as troublesome then this moves a lot lower,” a trader said.

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Most S&P 500 Stocks Sank In September — But Retail Traders Didn't Flee

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:00:13 +0530

Only three of 75 financial stocks and one of 30 real estate stocks rose during the month.
Message volume on S&P 500 stocks that fell more than 10% rose by a median of 72.5%.
FICO lost nearly half its value, yet its Stocktwits watcher count grew 26%, the fastest in the index.

The S&P 500 ended September roughly where it started. Most of its stocks did not, but you wouldn't know that if you focused only on AI and Big Tech.

Of 499 index companies (discounting secondary listings of Alphabet, Inc., Berkshire Hathaway, Fox Corp. and News Corp.), 387 fell during the month, meaning more than three in four S&P 500 stocks were a losing bet.

The typical S&P 500 stock lost nearly 6% on average, while the index slipped only about 0.4%. A small group of large tech names, led by chipmakers and Meta Platforms Inc. (META), kept the headline number steady and masked how widespread the damage was.

On Stocktwits, retail traders leaned into the selloff instead of stepping away, and chatter rose most on the stocks that fell hardest. The 30-day median message volume for S&P 500 stocks that took a more than 10% beating rose by over 70%.

S&P 500 In September: Narrow Rally, Broad Retreat

Technology was the only sector where most stocks gained, and even there the split was sharp. Chipmakers Intel Corp. (INTC) and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) each rallied about 30%, while software names such as Intuit Inc. (INTU) were among the month's worst performers.

Everywhere else, losses were broad. Only three of 75 financial stocks rose, along with one of 30 real estate stocks and none of the 25 materials stocks.

Rate-sensitive sectors came under pressure after the Federal Reserve's first rate hike in three years. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed to about 5.3% in the final days of the month, near its highest level since 2007, even after a softer-than-expected inflation report.

By month-end, 83 S&P 500 stocks had a 14-day relative strength index below 30, which puts them in "oversold" territory. Only six were above 70, the "overbought" line. Half of the real estate sector ended the month oversold.

S&P 500’s Forgettable September: How Did Retail Traders React?

Stocktwits data shows retail attention clustered at the extremes. For S&P 500 stocks that fell more than 10% in September, message volume rose a median 72.5% from 30 days earlier. For stocks with milder declines, and even for most gainers, the increase was in the single digits.

Sentiment on the hardest-hit names was also more upbeat than on stocks with modest losses, suggesting traders were buying the dip and betting on a recovery.

Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO) is the clearest example. The credit-scoring company lost nearly half its value in September, making it the index's worst performer. The selloff followed remarks from the director of the U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency that mortgage pricing would be simplified and that the new system would adopt a direct competitor as its preferred credit-scoring model for all eligible loans. Over the same 30 days, its Stocktwits watcher count rose 26%, the fastest growth of any S&P 500 member.

Ford Motor Co. (F) and Home Depot Inc. (HD) each fell more than 12%, yet sentiment on both was in 'extremely bullish' territory as of the last close.

More chatter doesn't necessarily mean more buying. Still, the pattern suggests many retail traders saw September's selloff as an opportunity rather than a warning.

S&P 500: Top 10 September Gainers

Company	Ticker	Sector	September return
Everpure Inc.	P	Information Technology	40.7%
Moderna Inc.	MRNA	Health Care	37.2%
Intel Corporation	INTC	Information Technology	34.3%
Bloom Energy Corporation	BE	Industrials	34.3%
Advanced Micro Devices Inc.	AMD	Information Technology	30.0%
Illumina Inc.	ILMN	Health Care	28.1%
Skyworks Solutions Inc.	SWKS	Information Technology	27.6%
Meta Platforms Inc.	META	Communication Services	26.8%
Marvell Technology Inc.	MRVL	Information Technology	24.8%
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company	HPE	Information Technology	22.6%

S&P 500: Top 10 September Losers

Company	Ticker	Sector	September return
Fair Isaac Corporation	FICO	Information Technology	-48.4%
Gen Digital Inc.	GEN	Information Technology	-29.0%
Equifax Inc.	EFX	Industrials	-27.4%
Charter Communications Inc.	CHTR	Communication Services	-27.3%
Axon Enterprise Inc.	AXON	Industrials	-25.4%
MGM Resorts International	MGM	Consumer Discretionary	-24.9%
Intuit Inc.	INTU	Information Technology	-23.3%
Paychex Inc.	PAYX	Industrials	-22.7%
General Mills Inc.	GIS	Consumer Staples	-21.9%
Blackstone Inc.	BX	Financials	-21.8%

US Markets: How Are Retail Traders Positioned For Q4?

With the S&P 500 and Nasdaq still finishing the third quarter in the green, retail traders are entering October in an ‘extremely bullish’ mode, going by the Stocktwits sentiment for the primary exchange-traded funds tracking those indexes.

A poll on the platform that drew over 19,000 responses, asking how retail traders are positioning for the fourth quarter, shows that a majority (40%) are buying more, 35% voted “staying the course, no changes,” and the rest are either taking profits or rotating into safer assets.

“Scaling in strategically.The process is the process. The living nightmare will come to an end at the next inauguration. Guaranteed,” said one user, referring to the next presidential election. President Donald Trump's current term ends in January 2029.

Another user preferred to exercise extreme caution: “There are more than half a dozen metrics pointing to a very real near-term correction or market crash, and so many of you are adding more risk.”

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Grindr Makes $250M Healthcare Bet With Freddie Acquisition – GRND Stock Inches Higher Overnight

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:15:02 +0530

Grindr would combine Freddie with its Woodwork healthcare offering under Grindr Health.
Grindr expects the expanded healthcare business to generate more than $400 in monthly revenue per active patient.
GRND has traded in a narrow range since August.

Grindr Inc. (GRND) shares rose 0.2% in overnight trading ahead of Thursday after the LGBTQ-focused dating platform said it had agreed to acquire HIV-prevention telehealth provider Freddie for $250 million.

The deal marks Grindr’s first major acquisition since its founding in 2009 and expands the company beyond its core dating and advertising business into healthcare and recurring services.

GRND stock declined 4.3% in Wednesday’s regular session, before the deal was announced.

Grindr Expands Beyond Dating

Grindr will acquire PurposeMed, the parent company of Freddie, for $190 million in cash and $60 million in Grindr stock. The deal also includes up to $70 million in additional cash tied to Freddie’s 2027 performance, payable in 2028. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter.

Freddie provides telehealth consultations, HIV testing, prescriptions and medication delivery, and serves patients across all 50 U.S. states. It was launched in 2020.

Grindr plans to combine Freddie with its existing Woodwork healthcare offering under Grindr Health, allowing users to learn about PrEP, review insurance coverage, connect with clinicians, arrange testing, obtain prescriptions and manage refills through the app.

Grindr estimates about 650,000 people in the U.S. currently use PrEP, while roughly 2.2 million could benefit from it. The company expects the combined U.S. telehealth and pharmacy business to generate more than $400 in monthly revenue per active patient.

CEO George Arison told CNBC that the business could eventually become as large as, or larger than, Grindr’s core operation. The company expects the acquisition to be immediately accretive to EBITDA dollars, although investments to scale the U.S. operation will initially pressure margins.

GRND Stock In Narrow Range

Grindr’s second-quarter revenue jumped 33% to $138 million, while the company raised its full-year revenue outlook to about $540 million and adjusted EBITDA guidance to about $232 million.

Grindr has also been expanding its AI capabilities and preparing its premium Edge product, while CEO George Arison has pushed the company toward becoming a broader platform for LGBTQ users.

GRND stock has traded in a narrow range since the Aug. 6 report and is up 14% year to date. Morgan Stanley reiterated its ‘Overweight’ rating and $20 price target on Grindr stock early last month.

Currently, all five of the analysts covering the stock recommend ‘Buy’ or higher, per Koyfin data. Their average price target of $20.80 implies a 35% upside from the stock’s closing price on Wednesday.

Retail View On GRND

On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment for GRND dipped to ‘neutral’ from ‘bullish.’ $GRND 49% of people under 30 still live with their parents, leaving them with plenty of extra money to spend on the only ‘dating’ app that actually works for more than 5% of men,” a trader wrote.

“Probably 25% of these people identify as something inside the LBGTQ group. Common sense tells me this is safe and undervalued and unique enough that it would diversify any portfolio.”

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US 10-Year Treasury Yield Soars To 24-Year High: Will The Selloff Continue?

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:10:02 +0530

Economist Peter Schiff pointed out in a post on X that rising yields were a sign of how bear markets work.
Major market experts predict long-term yields are likely to stay higher for longer amid sticky inflation, rising energy prices from the ongoing war in the Middle East, and rising corporate debt.
Barclays Capital reportedly believes the U.S. 30-year yield could reach 6% amid the market selloff, which has yet to price in the risk of a sustained productivity growth.

Yields on the 10-year U.S. Treasury soared past 5.3% on Wednesday, crossing key levels not seen since 2002. A deepening bond rout amid inflationary concerns has weighed on markets both domestically and globally over the past month.

The 30-year U.S. Treasury has also been rising, breaching the 5.6% level and notching multi-decade highs.

The rise in yields comes despite a recent hike in benchmark interest rates from the Federal Reserve and a slew of buybacks meant to ease the pressure on bonds.

However, inflation in the U.S. continues to remain above the central bank’s 2% target range. Meanwhile, growing corporate debt amid an AI surge have been adding to market pressures.

On Wednesday, U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditures inflation came in lighter than expected. The Fed’s preferred gauge of inflation rose 3.4% year over year in August, below the 3.7% forecast, while core PCE increased 3%, also undershooting expectations.

Schiff: Bond Bear Market Could Have Further To Run

Economist Peter Schiff pointed out in a post on X on Wednesday that this was a sign of how bear markets work.

“After an initial rally following a lower-than-expected rise in the Aug. PCE, Treasuries then sold off to new lows. The yield on the 10-year is now 5.3% and the 30-year 5.65%. It's still early in what will be the biggest bond bear market in history,” he said.

Where Are Long-Dated Treasury Yields Headed?

Major market experts are predicting that long-term yields are likely to stay higher for longer amid sticky inflation, rising energy prices due to the ongoing war in the Middle East and corporate debt that does not seem to be waning.

“Year-to-date yield moves up have been substantial,” Dominic Pappalardo, chief multi-asset strategist for Morningstar Wealth, said as per a post. “They’ve been driven mostly by inflation concerns.”

Pappalardo believes that the outlook for bonds depends on two key factors: “How high will rates go from here, and what will bring them back down?”

As per the strategist, elevated energy prices from the Iran war have been keeping inflation above target, and it is likely that yields will remain high for some time.

Oil prices have been rising in recent weeks, with Brent crude prices sustaining levels above $100 per barrel for weeks now.

“You would expect energy prices to start to work their way back lower, taking the top off inflation and pushing it closer to the 2% target,” Pappalardo said.

The strategist also noted that after the Federal Reserve’s recent 25 basis point rate hike, more are on the table. As per CME FedWatch tool data, markets are pegging the odds of a rate hike in October at 37.6%, while the probability is over 96% for a hike in December.

Market commentary service The Kobeissi Letter said in a post on X earlier this week that the bond market is now pricing-in four more rate hikes by June 2027, a total of +125 basis points including September's hike.

“Just 9 months ago, markets had expected at least 100 basis points of rate CUTS by June 2027. That's a +225 basis point differential in interest rate expectations in a matter of months,” it said.

“The bond market is trading like 7%+ inflation is back and the Fed is about to start raising rates by 50 basis points at a time. This is unsustainable.”

Could The 30-Year Treasury Yield Hit 6%?

Meanwhile, Barclays Capital reportedly believes that the U.S. 30-year yield could reach 6% amid the market selloff which has yet to price in the risk of a sustained increase in productivity growth.

According to a report from Bloomberg, the head of U.S. rates research at Barclays Capital, Anshul Pradhan, said in a report that markets “continue to assume that today’s elevated neutral rate will ultimately prove cyclical rather than secular.” Under the cyclical framework, investors expect the Fed to raise interest rates to curb inflation, but see the hikes as temporary rather than permanent.

“All else equal, a repricing of long-run estimates higher to short-run ones would over time push the fair value of 30y yields to 6%,” the report said. This level was last seen in 2000.

Pradhan also said that Treasuries could rally if a slowdown in capital spending weakens growth and reduces the Fed’s need to keep rates high, benefiting intermediate maturities. Conversely, rising yields and interest costs could worsen the fiscal outlook and increase demand for higher compensation, putting the most pressure on 10- to 30-year Treasury yields.

Bond ETFs Are Feeling The Pain

As bond yields increase, bond prices are falling. Bond prices and yields have an inverse relationship.

The iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT), an exchange-traded fund that tracks long-term U.S. government debt, fell to an all-time low on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, iShares 10-20 Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLH) also fell to historic lows.

Are Rising Yields Bad For Stock Markets?

While bond yields have been soaring in recent weeks, stock markets have not fallen as dramatically, although they have experienced a fair bit of volatility.

Ark Invest’s Cathie Wood said in a post on X that the movements today show that the market “is working.” Wood noted that in 2017, interest rates increased as the Fed put the market on training wheels. “Long duration equities had a fabulous year. Let the market work!” she said.

U.S. stocks have been rising steadily off late, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes notching fresh highs.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) is up more than 12% in 2026, while the tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (QQQ) has gained more than 20% in the same time. Even the State Street SPDR Dow Jones Indust Avg ETF Trust (DIA) is up nearly 7% year-to-date.

Charlie Bilello, Chief Market Strategist at Creative Planning, said in a post on X, “The 30-year Treasury yield ended the day at 5.64%. That seems really high until you zoom out and learn that the yield was actually higher than this every single day in the 1980s and 92% of days in the 1990s. Recency bias is a powerful force.”

Meanwhile, Yardeni Research said in a post that rising bond yields, despite some improvement in September PCE inflation, reflected strong economic and labor-market data that reinforced expectations for further Fed rate hikes. The firm noted that the more optimistic interpretation is that stronger-than-expected growth suggests the economy’s neutral interest rate is higher than previously thought, meaning monetary policy may still be accommodative rather than restrictive.

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TOST Stock Gets A DoorDash AI Test: Jefferies Breaks Down Where DashOS Could Pressure Toast

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:05:02 +0530

Jefferies analyst Samad Samana said DoorDash’s DashOS is unlikely to challenge Toast’s restaurant POS business.
The firm added that DashOS could compete with Toast’s add-on software, including IQ Grow.
DoorDash plans broader integrations and expects more than 80,000 restaurants to access SevenRooms tools starting in 2027.

Toast Inc. (TOST) and DoorDash (DASH) stocks moved higher overnight after Jefferies said Toast’s restaurant technology advantage remains intact despite DoorDash’s expanding AI push. Analyst Samad Samana sees limited risk to Toast’s core point-of-sale (POS) business, though DashOS could pressure Toast’s growth in marketing and customer analytics software as competition expands.

Toast stock inched up 0.6%, while DoorDash stock was up nearly 1% overnight, ahead of Thursday.

DoorDash’s New Push Into Restaurant Software

DoorDash is broadening its role in local commerce with DashOS, but Jefferies analyst Samad Samana does not see the platform as an immediate threat to Toast and its strong position in restaurant point-of-sale technology.

Samana said restaurants continue to choose Toast and remain on its platform because of the breadth and functionality of its POS system. That gives Toast an important advantage as DoorDash expands beyond its core food-delivery business.

The analyst believes DashOS is unlikely to disrupt Toast’s position at the restaurant level. Toast’s established software offering remains a key reason restaurants adopt and retain its technology, according to Jefferies.

DashOS’s Potential Pressure On Add-On Sales

While DashOS may not directly challenge Toast’s core POS business, it could create a different problem: competition for additional software products sold to restaurants.

DashOS includes tools designed to automate marketing and analyze customer activity. Those features overlap with Toast’s IQ Grow product, which Toast currently sells for $499 per month.

That overlap could make it harder for Toast to persuade existing restaurant customers to purchase additional software modules, even if its core POS business remains relatively insulated from DoorDash’s expansion. For Toast, the competitive issue may therefore be less about replacing its POS terminals and more about protecting revenue from software add-ons.

DashOS links activity across DoorDash Marketplace orders, direct purchases, reservations, loyalty programs, and in-person visits, focused on three areas: increasing sales, strengthening customer relationships, and reducing manual work.

DoorDash plans to expand DashOS integrations with restaurant technology providers including Clover from Fiserv Inc. (FISV), Qu, Checkmate, Chowly, Deliverect, Stream and Urban Piper. Starting in 2027, more than 80,000 restaurants using those systems are expected to gain access to additional SevenRooms tools through the program.

TOST, DASH Stocks: Retail View

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around TOST stock slipped to ‘neutral’ from ‘bullish’, while sentiment around DASH stock improved to ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’.

So far this year, both TOST and DASH stocks have declined 18%.

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SLS Stock Snaps 3-Quarter Winning Streak — Retail Traders Speculate On Buyout, Eye Lease Through 2027

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:07 +0530

June filings revised executive severance and change-of-control benefits, adding to retail buyout speculation.
The Phase 3 Regal trial’s last reported count was 78 of the 80 events needed to trigger final analysis.
Phase 2 SLS009 AML results are expected in Q4, while pancreatic-cancer laboratory findings support further investigation.

Shares of Sellas Life Sciences (SLS) snapped a three-quarter winning streak as retail investors speculated that its headquarters lease through September 2027 could help the company navigate upcoming clinical milestones and potential deal discussions.

SLS stock closed Wednesday nearly 7% higher at $12.31, logging its best session in nearly a month. Shares fell 17% in the third quarter.

SLS Retail Sees Lease As Bridge To Results And Deals

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for SLS improved to ‘neutral’ from ‘bearish’ levels a day ago amid a 67% jump in 24-hour message volumes. One bullish user said that Sellas’ lease through September 2027 provides stability for clinical results, a potential FDA filing and possible deal discussions, avoiding “a sudden, messy office relocation.”

SLS sentiment and message volume as of October 1 | Source: Stocktwits

Another user highlighted the lease timeline, while predicting “Significant PR’s” in the fourth quarter. A third user focused on a possible further extension: “Let’s keep an eye on whether or not they extend the lease another year come tomorrow.”

How Sellas Extended Its Lease To 2027

Sellas disclosed in an October filing last year that it extended its headquarters sublease at 7 Times Square in New York from Sept. 30, 2026, to Sept. 30, 2027. Annual rent was unchanged.

That renewal followed two earlier extensions. A December 2023 amendment moved the original December 2024 expiration to September 2025. An October 2024 agreement subsequently extended it to September 2026. This essentially means that short extensions were already part of the company’s office arrangements.

Sellas originally signed the sublease in June 2020 after searching for premises that would reduce costs while meeting its administrative and business needs. A December 2021 amendment expanded the office without extending the original expiration date. The company’s 2025 annual report, filed in March, again confirmed the September 2027 deadline.

Sellas Revises Change-Of-Control Benefits

A recent filing from June disclosed revised executive severance and change-of-control arrangements. Sellas updated agreements for CFO John Burns and development chief Dragan Cicic. Under specified qualifying terminations around a change of control, their benefits include a lump sum equal to 15 months of salary, a target annual bonus and full vesting of outstanding unvested equity awards.

CEO Angelos Stergiou’s amendment made certain existing change-of-control payments payable in a lump sum, leaving the other terms unchanged.

Sellas Awaits Regal Milestone And Q4 Data

Sellas’ main catalyst is the Phase 3 Regal trial of its cancer vaccine candidate, galinpepimut-S (GPS), in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) patients whose disease returned to remission after a second round of treatment.

The trial’s last reported count stood at 78 deaths, just short of the 80 needed to begin final analysis. Sellas will then verify and analyze the data before releasing results, which could support an FDA approval application if positive.

Sellas is also testing SLS009, or Tambiciclib, in a Phase 2 study of newly diagnosed AML patients. The company reported enrolling 28 of 80 patients in August, with initial results expected in the fourth quarter.

Lab findings from last week also suggested potential against pancreatic cancer. In a model grown from a patient’s tumor, SLS009 caused programmed cell death in 17.9% of cells, compared with 2.8% for Daraxonrasib. Combining the drugs increased that figure to 36.5%. Pairing SLS009 with another experimental drug, ZEN3694, also increased activity and suppressed MYC, a gene that helps drive cancer growth.

SLS stock has surged 227% year-to-date.

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TSLA, SPCX Rise After Cathie Wood Says Musk Is ‘Working All Angles’ With Trump, Xi Amid China Merger Hurdles

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:07 +0530

Wood said Musk was ‘working all angles’ with Trump and Xi, highlighting his China connections and possible robotaxi plans.
Tesla’s substantial Chinese operations and SpaceX’s U.S. defense business create geopolitical and export-control hurdles.
Musk denied reports of a possible Tesla China separation, while ARK analysts called China a manageable ‘small-ish wrinkle.’

Shares of Tesla (TSLA) and SpaceX (SPCX) rose Wednesday as ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood said Elon Musk was “working all angles” with U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, while identifying China as a major hurdle to a potential merger.

TSLA stock closed 0.6% higher at $354.81 on Wednesday, while SPCX gained 1.1% to end at $150.86.

Wood Backs TSLA-SPCX Merger As ARK Buys Both Stocks

Wood discussed the potential merger with early SpaceX investor and Xprize Foundation Executive Chairman Peter Diamandis in a recent interview amid the Trump-Xi summit in Washington.

She said Tesla and SpaceX were among ARK’s largest holdings and predicted that the companies would merge, agreeing that a deal could be announced this year. “You know, it’s very interesting to see him sitting at the table with President Trump and Xi Jinping. And we know that Maye Musk is adored in China, so he’s working all angles here,” Wood said.

She also pointed to discussion of Tesla developing a robotaxi system in China. “And there’s even been talk that he’s going to be able to develop a robotaxi system in China. So it’s very interesting,” she said. Wood acknowledged that China could complicate a merger, given SpaceX’s national-security role and the administration’s posture toward Beijing.

“Many people would say that’s the biggest stumbling block, given our defense posture and given how this administration has basically portrayed the Chinese as our biggest potential enemy,” she said. “Keep your enemies close is what I think this week is all about.”

ARK continued buying both stocks on Tuesday, purchasing 48,352 Tesla shares through ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) and 9,112 SpaceX shares worth about $1.3 million as part of $149 million in purchases.

Tesla’s China Business Complicates Merger Path

The China hurdle became more visible around SpaceX’s June listing. Its IPO prospectus disclosed that U.S. government sales accounted for 20.9% of 2025 revenue, including business serving national-security customers through Starshield. SpaceX is also subject to export controls, while its underwriters barred mainland Chinese and Hong Kong orders during the offering, citing compliance concerns.

Tesla’s Shanghai operation, meanwhile, is a major manufacturing and export hub. It has produced more than half of Tesla’s global deliveries in recent periods and supplies vehicles to Europe and Asia. China accounts for about a fifth of Tesla’s sales.

WSJ reported in July that some executives had been told to prepare for a possible separation of Tesla’s China business, potentially through a spinoff, sale or wind-down. The supposed rationale was to prevent a potential SpaceX merger from bringing Tesla’s Shanghai operations into a U.S. defense contractor. The report also called out Beijing’s concerns about Chinese customer data and dual-use goods.

However, Musk rejected the report. “This has never even come up in a discussion ever. Absurdly fake news,” he said. ARK subsequently argued that the challenge could be managed. In its August Brainstorm podcast, analysts Brett Winton, Sam Korus and Nick Grous called China a “small-ish wrinkle” and said both shareholder groups could be “net better off” if the companies combined. They also discussed the possibility of a deal before year-end.

Shared Tech Boosts TSLA-SPCX Merger Case

Analysts have also begun highlighting Tesla and SpaceX’s growing overlap. Morgan Stanley said they “share tech, talent, and infrastructure,” while JPMorgan flagged China as the practical bottleneck and Stifel said timing is the key question for investors expecting a merger.

The companies signed a Terafab semiconductor framework in March, with Intel joining in April and SpaceX disclosing the collaboration in its IPO filing. On Tesla’s last earnings call, Musk acknowledged increasing overlap but said any merger required “the appropriate process.”

How Do Retail Traders Feel About TSLA And SPCX?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for TSLA was ‘neutral’ amid ‘normal’ message volume, while SPCX sentiment was ‘bullish’ amid ‘high’ message volume.

One user said, “$SPCX & $TSLA will never merge. It makes no sense from a business standpoint, and the buying company's stock will get crushed by the dilution.”

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However, another user said, “There is now an 80% chance $TSLA AND $SPCX merge before 2028. Everyone knows the SpaceX and Tesla merger will happen eventually. The question is, which one do you buy now? $TSLA or $SPCX ?”

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While TSLA stock has declined 21% year-to-date, SPCX fell 6% over the same period.

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Why Did NKE, DKNG, MAT Stocks Tumble To 52-Week Lows Today?

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:05:01 +0530

Nike shares fell to a 12-year low of $35.16 ahead of its fiscal first-quarter earnings.
DraftKings shares dropped to a three-year low as competition from prediction markets weighed on the stock.
Mattel shares fell to nearly a six-year low after CEO Ynon Kreiz’s exit.

Nike Inc. (NKE), DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) and Mattel Inc. (MAT) stock came under pressure Wednesday as investors weighed weak demand, regulatory risks and leadership uncertainty.

Nike slid more than 1% while DraftKings and Mattel stocks fell 3% and 4%, respectively.

Nike Heads Into Earnings Under Pressure

Nike stock crashed to a twelve-year low of $35.16 as investors prepared for the athleticwear giant’s fiscal first-quarter results on Thursday. The stock has struggled as markets look for clearer evidence that the company can revive sales, particularly across its wholesale business and North America.

Short sellers have also built a sizable position, with short interest reaching about 87 million shares. However, Jefferies remains among the firms taking a more constructive stance, expecting a potential earnings beat and improvement in Nike’s business over time. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘bullish’ territory.

DraftKings Faces Industry-Wide Pressure

DraftKings stock fell to a three-year low of $18.95, extending losses across online gambling stocks. The sector took a hit after Brazil moved to prohibit online betting, putting additional pressure on major operators, including Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT), FanDuel's parent company.

The pressure on DraftKings extends beyond Brazil. Prediction-market platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket are creating another competitive pressure. Needham’s sports volume data showed that Kalshi handled 76% of sports prediction-market trading in the NFL’s opening week, while DraftKings’ DKeX accounted for 3%.

However, retail sentiment around the stock remained ‘extremely bullish’.

Mattel Deals With Sudden CEO Exit

Mattel stock dropped to nearly a six-year low of $12.44, after the company announced that Chairman and CEO Ynon Kreiz is set to leave the toy maker on Oct. 2 and move to Paramount Skydance (PSKY).

Kreiz is expected to become co-CEO with David Ellison after Paramount Skydance (PSKY) completes its Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) deal. Mattel has chosen board member Roger Lynch as its new CEO. Meanwhile, retail sentiment improved from “bullish” to “extremely bullish.”

So far this year, NKE, DKNG and MAT stocks have crashed between 36% and 44%.

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Why Is ORCL Stock Jumping Over 2.5% In Overnight Trading?

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:07 +0530

Tencent will lease Oracle data centers in Southeast Asia for five years and gain access to about 100,000 advanced AI chips, the Financial Times reported.
The $7 billion contract is said to be Tencent’s largest overseas cloud deal.
The deal could help Oracle diversify beyond OpenAI and ease concerns around its debt-fueled AI infrastructure expansion.

Oracle Corp. (ORCL) shares rose more than 2.5% in overnight trading late Wednesday after a report said Chinese tech giant Tencent has signed a $7 billion deal to lease Oracle’s data centers for artificial intelligence workloads.

The social media and gaming group would lease multiple Oracle data centers in Southeast Asia for five years and gain access to about 100,000 advanced AI chips that are not available in China in a bid to further advance its AI models and agentic tools, The Financial Times reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

The deal is reportedly Tencent’s largest overseas cloud deal to date, with the company set to pay Oracle 30% of the $7 billion contractual fee upfront.

Oracle’s stock shot up on the trending list on Stocktwits after the report, although retail sentiment remained ‘bearish.’

“$ORCL news is not out to all folks. 7B dollars. it is validation more than dollar amount. Let’s go,” a trader posted.

Another wrote: “$ORCL With earnings this strong and several major contracts signed back-to-back, if this thing still can’t rally 10% tomorrow, I honestly don’t know what the hell it takes.”

Chinese Tech Firm Look To Overseas Cloud Capacity

A shortage of domestic computing capacity and tighter U.S. export controls have pushed Chinese tech groups to seek more computing power overseas. Such leases are allowed under current U.S. rules, according to FT, and could give companies access to Nvidia’s advanced processors that are not available in China.

With the latest deal, Tencent is now joining ByteDance and Alibaba, which remain among the biggest data-center clients in Southeast Asia.

Demand for overseas capacity has intensified recently because of U.S. restrictions. They have contributed to higher prices, longer lease terms and larger upfront payments for data-center deals, according to FT.

Confidence Boost For Oracle

Although Oracle reported strong revenue and profit growth in the first quarter and raised its fiscal 2027 forecast last month, concerns remain over its reliance on OpenAI, debt-fueled data center buildout and whether the company can successfully convert its enormous backlog into revenue.

Last week, Oracle invoked a “force majeure” clause tied to Project Jupiter, its $165 billion AI data-center campus in New Mexico. The company reportedly sent a notice to the project’s developer, a unit of Blue Owl Capital (OWL), seeking protection from payments and other costs if the facility is delayed and fails to come online as planned in 2028. The move highlighted potential risks around the massive project and weighed on Oracle shares.

ORCL stock declined 8% last month and is down nearly 30% year to date.

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Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise Despite Soaring Treasury Yields As Markets Eye Jobs Report: MU, NKE, IBRX, CEG Stocks In Focus

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:20:01 +0530

For the month ended Sept. 30, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes closed in the green, while the Dow ended the month about 3.5% lower.
On Wednesday, U.S. PCE inflation came in lighter than expected.
Meanwhile, Micron Technology posted fourth-quarter results, delivering another blowout quarter and a stronger-than-expected outlook.

U.S. stock futures traded higher in the overnight session late Wednesday, even as long-dated bond yields surged to multi-decade highs ahead of the initial jobless claims data due Thursday.

As of 10:13 p.m. EDT, Dow futures were up 0.07%, the S&P 500 futures had gained 0.32%, while Nasdaq-100 futures rose 0.44%.

On Wednesday, the three benchmark indexes closed mixed. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.86%, while the S&P 500 slipped 0.25%. The Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.24% at close.

Index	Move	Close
Dow Jones Industrial Average	-0.86%	50,906.05
S&P 500	-0.25%	7,651.54
Nasdaq Composite	0.24%	26,861.06

For the month ended Sept. 30, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes closed higher, while the Dow ended the month about 3.5% lower. Markets struggled with soaring oil prices and a surge in Treasury yields during the month, stoking fears of additional rate hikes from the Federal Reserve.

Key US Market Drivers

Rising long-dated Treasury yields were top of mind for U.S. markets on Wednesday. The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield climbed to a 24-year high, soaring past 5.3% to levels last seen in 2002.

The 30-year Treasury bond yield was trading at 5.652% at the time of writing, also crossing multi-decade highs.

Economist Peter Schiff noted the rising yields, saying in a post on X that “This is how bear markets work.” Schiff said that after an initial rally following a lower-than-expected rise in August's personal consumption expenditures, Treasuries sold off to new lows. “It's still early in what will be the biggest bond bear market in history,” he added.

On Wednesday, U.S. PCE inflation came in lighter than expected. The Fed’s preferred gauge of inflation rose 3.4% year over year in August, below the 3.7% forecast, while core PCE increased 3%, also undershooting expectations.

Meanwhile, Micron Technology (MU) posted fourth-quarter results, delivering another blowout quarter and a stronger-than-expected outlook. However, the company's shares were flat at close.

Nike (NKE) is expected to report earnings after the bell on Thursday.

On the economic front, investors are looking ahead to initial jobless claims, due Thursday, and the September jobs report, due Friday.

Meanwhile, oil prices were trading above $100 a barrel. At the time of writing, Brent crude futures expiring in November were trading at $103.53 a barrel, while WTI crude futures expiring in November traded at $90.35 per barrel.

Trending Stocks To Watch

Micron Technologies (MU): Shares of the chipmaker were on the retail radar after it reported Q4 revenue of $54.23 billion, up 379%, while adjusted earnings per share reached $33.42. The company also expects first-quarter revenue of about $61.5 billion.

Nike Inc. (NKE): Shares of the shoemaker drew attention on Stocktwits ahead of its first-quarter (Q1) results expected on Thursday.

ImmunityBio Inc. (IBRX): The clinical-stage biotechnology company’s shares broke above a key resistance level around $9.44 on Wednesday, extending a September rally that has put it on track for its strongest monthly gain since February.

Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG): The nuclear power stock was on the retail radar after it announced a 20-year power purchase agreement with Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) that will add 190 MW of nuclear capacity at Calvert Cliffs, Maryland.

Other Market Trends

Among ETFs tracking benchmark indexes, the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) and the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) all climbed higher overnight.

The iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) was down 0.57% amid ‘neutral’ sentiment.

Asian markets opened mixed on Thursday. South Korea's KOSPI was trending lower, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 and China’s SSE Composite climbed at the open. Australian stocks were also trending lower at the time of writing.

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OpenAI Accuses Kimi Operator China’s Moonshot AI Of Copying AI Model Reasoning

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:15:01 +0530

OpenAI said the activity sought to extract hidden reasoning from its models without accessing encrypted databases or user conversations.
Anthropic made similar allegations against Chinese AI developers last month.
OpenAI and Anthropic are drawing investor attention as both companies move toward potential blockbuster IPOs.

OpenAI has accused Chinese artificial intelligence startup Moonshot AI, the developer of Kimi, of being linked to a coordinated campaign to extract reasoning from its AI models, adding to concerns over Chinese AI firms’ efforts to obtain advanced model capabilities.

OpenAI Disrupts Model-Distillation Campaign

OpenAI identified and disrupted a campaign that began July 1 and involved attempts to reproduce hidden reasoning from its models at scale, it said in a blog post on Wednesday.

The company said the activity was consistent with “adversarial distillation,” where outputs or reasoning from one AI model are systematically used to train or improve another.

OpenAI said the operators did not break its encryption, access stored user conversations, or compromise a database. Instead, they manipulated model interactions to make reasoning visible to requesters.

In one technique, operators copied encrypted reasoning from one conversation and asked another model interaction to decrypt and transcribe it. The activity initially occurred at low volumes before surging in late July.

The company said it could not determine whether all operators were part of one actor, but attributed a “core cluster” to individuals associated with Moonshot AI.

China AI Training Scrutiny Intensifies

The disclosure comes months after Anthropic accused several Chinese AI developers, including Moonshot AI and Alibaba, of using its Claude models to help train their own systems. Anthropic said the activity involved large-scale distillation attempts designed to extract capabilities from Claude.

OpenAI said adversarial distillation represents a broader security and national-security concern because extracted reasoning could potentially be used to reproduce advanced capabilities without maintaining the safeguards. The company said it shared its findings through the Frontier Model Forum and government information-sharing channels.

Brockman Pulls Back From $50M PAC Commitment

Separately, OpenAI co-founder and President Greg Brockman said he has no plans to contribute more than the initial $25 million he and his wife donated to the AI advocacy super PAC Leading the Future.

Leading the Future is a super PAC backed by tech-industry donors that advocates for policies and candidates aligned with the AI sector's interests.

In a June Slack message obtained by The New York Times, Brockman said the PAC had become a “distraction” for OpenAI employees and wrote that the couple had donated $25 million and had “no plans to donate more at this time.”

OpenAI, Anthropic IPO Watch

Investors are closely watching the updates from OpenAI and Anthropic as both firms head towards initial public offerings (IPOs) that could rank among the largest ever.

Anthropic's IPO will likely come after the U.S. midterm elections in November, Reuters reported. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said earlier this week that the company has no particular timeline, adding that safety work on its next-generation AI models is a bigger priority.

OpenAI's annual recurring revenue (ARR) is nearing $70 billion, as enterprise sales more than doubled since July, Axios reported, citing people familiar with the company’s financials.

Anthropic's revenue grew twelvefold to nearly $4.6 billion in 2025, according to an IPO prospectus Reuters reviewed. OpenAI’s current private market valuation is $922.09 billion, while Anthropic’s is $1.27 trillion, according to Nasdaq Private Market.

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IBRX Stock Racks Up 3 Straight Quarterly Wins: Q3 Filings Reveal BlackRock Closing In On Vanguard With A Bigger Bet

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:10:01 +0530

BlackRock added 7.74 million shares, narrowing Vanguard’s lead to 2.4 million shares.
Two Sigma boosted its holding by 153%, while State Street, Geode and Northern Trust also reported substantial increases.
Susquehanna, Jane Street and Citadel cut their reported share holdings by 94%, 90% and 55%.

Shares of ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) logged their third consecutive quarterly gain as institutional disclosures released during Q3 revealed that BlackRock had narrowed the gap with Vanguard’s combined holdings, adding more than three times as many shares.

IBRX stock jumped 7% to $9.44 on Wednesday, hitting a seven-month high. Shares gained 19% in September, their best month since February, and finished Q3 up 8%.

BlackRock Narrows Vanguard’s Lead

Filings released during Q3 showed that BlackRock and Vanguard increased their IBRX holdings in Q2. BlackRock added 7.74 million shares, increasing its position by 29% to 34.08 million shares, valued at $298.4 million. Vanguard’s six reporting entities collectively held 36.48 million shares, up a net 2.43 million, or about 7%, from March 31.

BlackRock added about 3.18 times as many shares as Vanguard’s six entities combined. This narrowed Vanguard’s lead from about 7.7 million shares at the end of March to 2.4 million at the end of June.

Vanguard Portfolio Management made the group’s largest addition, adding 1.54 million shares to hold 17.86 million. Vanguard Capital Management added 563,865 shares to reach 15.69 million, while Vanguard Fiduciary Trust added 289,210 shares to hold 2.41 million.

Vanguard Asset Management and Vanguard Global Advisers added 26,065 and 9,073 shares. Vanguard Personalized Indexing Management trimmed its holding by 2,298 shares, leaving the group’s combined net increase at 2.4 million shares.

Two Sigma Leads A Wave Of Stake Increases

BlackRock was not the only large investor to disclose a substantial increase. Two Sigma Investments boosted its position by 153%, adding 6.71 million shares to hold 11.1 million. Its position was valued at $97.2 million as of June 30.

State Street added 3.69 million shares, increasing its holding by 21% to 21.4 million. Geode Capital Management added 1.82 million shares, while Northern Trust increased its position by 1.06 million.

Investor	Shares held on June 30	Shares added during Q2	Position increase
BlackRock	34.1 million	7.7 million	29%
Vanguard - six entities combined	36.5 million	2.4 million	7%
Two Sigma Investments	11.1 million	6.7 million	153%
State Street	21.4 million	3.7 million	21%
Geode Capital Management	9.8 million	1.8 million	23%
Northern Trust	3.6 million	1.1 million	42%

Together, these investors reported about 23.44 million additional shares compared with the previous quarter.

Other notable increases included BNY Mellon, which added 483,330 shares to hold 1.31 million, a 58% increase. Citigroup expanded its position by 227%, adding 381,920 shares to reach 550,276. Marshall Wace increased its holding by 403% to 387,700 shares, while T. Rowe Price Associates added 146,613 shares, lifting its position by 50% to 441,444.

Jane Street And Susquehanna Slash Holdings

The institutional picture was mixed, with substantial additions alongside sharp reductions. D. E. Shaw reduced its position by 1.02 million shares, or 8%, but retained a sizable holding of 11.55 million shares. Morgan Stanley trimmed its position by 586,191 shares to 3.43 million, a 15% decline.

Woodline Partners cut its holding by 28% to 2.5 million shares, while Voleon Capital Management reduced its position by 53% to 549,126.

Several trading firms made even steeper percentage reductions:

Investor	Shares held on June 30	Shares reduced during Q2	Position reduction
Susquehanna International Group	65,961	1.1 million	94%
Jane Street Group	72,397	631,835	90%
Tower Research Capital	19,753	52,760	73%
Virtu Financial	67,774	194,524	74%
Citadel Advisors	136,045	169,533	55%

FDA Decision And Tokenization Plans Draw Attention

The disclosures came as investors weighed Anktiva’s expanding reach and founder Patrick Soon-Shiong’s tokenization ambitions. Anktiva, the company’s flagship immunotherapy, is approved or authorized across 34 countries, with an FDA decision on expanding its U.S. bladder-cancer label to papillary-only patients expected by Jan.6, 2027.

A September patent application outlined potential uses to restore immune cells depleted by cancer treatments, potentially allowing patients to continue earlier therapies. “As such, even failed treatments can be continued,” the application said.

Meanwhile, Soon-Shiong teased blockchain-based trading at Nant: “The future is here. Watch this space as we launch blockchain and tokenized stocks at Nant.” Nant Global Finance is assembling trading and settlement infrastructure, drawing retail speculation that tokenization could curb so-called phantom shares and pressure short sellers.

How Do Retail Traders Feel About IBRX?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for IBRX jumped to ‘extremely bullish’ from ‘bullish’ levels a day ago amid a 237% surge in 24-hour message volumes. After Wednesday’s rally, several users questioned whether the unusual price action signaled an imminent announcement.

IBRX sentiment and message volume as of September 30 | Source: Stocktwits

“This move is very unusual. Something is already materialized behind the scene and to be PR soon,” one user said. Another asked, “News. Tommorrow???? Somebody knows something!!!” A third trader pointed to above-average trading volume without substantial news, speculating that something could emerge “very very soon.”

IBRX stock has jumped 378% year-to-date.

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Why Did WBD, HPE, CRWD Stocks Rise To 52-Week Highs Today?

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:05:01 +0530

WBD stock gained 0.32% at close after a California federal judge cleared the path for Paramount Skydance to complete its $110 billion acquisition of the company, which is now expected to close on Oct. 6.
HPE stock climbed nearly 4% at close after the company raised its FY27 Networking segment revenue growth outlook and also closed a deal with Vultr.
CRWD stock rose 0.77% at close amid rising enterprise demand for AI-driven cybersecurity and recent integrations.

Shares of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co. (HPE) and CrowdStrike (CRWD) jumped to 52-week highs on Wednesday amid company-specific catalysts, Wall Street optimism, and macroeconomic tailwinds.

WBD stock gained 0.32% at close after a California federal judge cleared the path for Paramount Skydance Corp. (PSKY) to complete its $110 billion acquisition of the company, which is now expected to close on Oct. 6.

HPE stock climbed nearly 4% at close after the company raised its FY27 Networking segment revenue growth outlook at its Investor Day. The company also closed a deal with Vultr and received a price target hike, further boosting sentiment.

CRWD stock rose 0.77% at close amid rising enterprise demand for AI-driven cybersecurity and recent integrations.

Warner Bros. Acquisition Expected To Be Completed Next Week

WBD stock climbed to a 52-week high of $30.97 on Wednesday, helping it end two consecutive months in the green.

The primary driver of the stock’s performance has been Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition, delayed by legal battles.

On Wednesday, a California federal judge cleared the path to complete the acquisition by approving a settlement that resolves a state-led antitrust lawsuit.

Earlier, a group of state officials, led by California, sued Paramount in July to block the entertainment consolidation, citing market competition concerns that delayed the deal's closure. The deal is now expected to close on Oct. 6.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around WBD stock was ‘bullish’ at the time of writing. The company's shares have gained about 8.5% in 2026.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Gains On Networking Outlook And Securing Its First AMD Helios Order

HPE stock rose to an annual high of $67.10 on Wednesday, pushing it up more than 22% for September. HPE stock has clocked seven consecutive months of gains.

On Wednesday, at its Networking Investor Day, the company announced that it expects its Networking segment operating margin to be in the mid-to-high 20s percent range, even as it raised its projections for Networking segment revenue to grow at a high-teens percent CAGR from FY26 through FY29.

Meanwhile, HPE also announced a $1.2 billion order from Vultr, the world's largest privately held cloud infrastructure company, for AMD Helios AI Rack by HPE systems across Vultr's U.S. data centers, marking its first such deal.

Wells Fargo analyst Aaron Rakers raised the price target on HPE stock to $63 from $54 and maintained an ‘Equal Weight’ rating on the shares, noting that the company’s Networking Investor Day provided a positive strategy overview during which it increased its FY27 guidance and long-term growth outlook.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around HPE stock was ‘bearish’ at the time of writing. The company's shares have gained more than 164% year to date.

CrowdStrike Gains From Rising Enterprise Demand For AI-Driven Cybersecurity

CRWD stock rose to a new annual high of $268.95 on Wednesday, ending September more than 14% higher.

Shares have been rising amid growing demand for AI-driven cybersecurity and the company’s expanding platform capabilities. Its latest integration with the OpenAI Marketplace also boosted sentiment, while growing demand to secure autonomous AI agents and AI-generated code has expanded its addressable market.

CrowdStrike also reported strong financial momentum, with fiscal Q2 revenue increasing 26% year over year to $1.47 billion and continued strength in recurring revenue and remaining performance obligations.

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around CRWD stock was ‘bearish’ at the time of writing. The company's shares have surged more than 133% in 2026.

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PSKY Stock Climbs Overnight: Paramount Taps Bond Market With Notes Maturing As Late As 2066 To Fund WBD Deal

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:00:07 +0530

The notes include $30.5 billion of first-lien and $11.4 billion of second-lien dollar debt, plus €885 million in euro notes.
Paramount expands its U.S. term loan to $8.5 billion, along with an €850 million tranche, both maturing in 2033.
A federal judge approves a settlement with 12 state attorneys general, clearing a major legal hurdle.

Paramount Skydance (PSKY) and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) drew attention overnight as Paramount Skydance priced a massive debt package to help fund its planned acquisition of WBD. The financing includes secured notes and expanded term loans, adding fresh momentum to the companies’ high-profile media deal.

Paramount Skydance stock edged 0.7% higher overnight, while Warner Bros. stock was up 0.3%.

Paramount Raises Billions In Secured Debt

Paramount Skydance said on Wednesday that it has agreed to sell a series of senior secured notes spanning maturities from 2028 through 2066. The first-lien notes total $30.5 billion, while second-lien securities include $11.4 billion in dollar-denominated debt and €885 million ($1 billion) in euro-denominated notes.

The company also increased the U.S. portion of a new term loan facility to $8.5 billion from the previously announced $7.5 billion. The financing includes another €850 million ($962.85 million) tranche, with both portions scheduled to mature in 2033.

The U.S. dollar loan will carry interest at the Term Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) plus 2.75%, with the rate able to decrease later. The euro loan will charge the Euro Interbank Offered Rate (EURIBOR) plus 2.75%, also with a possible rate cut. The U.S. loans will be issued at 99.75% of their face value, while the euro loans will be issued at full value.

Paramount-Warner Bros. Acquisition

Paramount Skydance plans to combine proceeds from the bond sales and term loans with cash and previously announced equity financing. The company expects to use the funds primarily to pay for its proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery and certain existing debt. The bond transactions are expected to close on Oct. 5.

On Wednesday, a California federal judge approved a settlement between Paramount Skydance and 12 state attorneys general, clearing a major legal hurdle for the company’s $110 billion mega acquisition.

As part of the agreement, Paramount must release at least 30 movies in theaters each year and create editorial independence boards for news businesses including CBS and CNN. The deal is expected to close Oct. 6. Following the court approval, Paramount Skydance Chairman David Ellison named Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz as co-CEO of the combined company.

PSKY, WBD Stocks: Retail Stance

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around PSKY stock improved to ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’ and sentiment around WBD remained ‘bullish’

A user said, “with all the good news on the closing, I have to say I'm extremely excited about this new hire[Kreiz]. This is the guy that made the Barbie movie a success...( From a toy company)! Ynon Kreiz Is a heck of a hire away from Mattel... Combining that with help from Oracle and this could be a huge powerhouse down the road.

So far this year, PSKY stock has declined 22% while WBD stock has gained over 7%.

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ASTS Climbs Overnight As BlueBird Convoy Heads To Cape Canaveral, CEO Pitches Spectrum To FCC Chief

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:15:01 +0530

BlueBirds 14-16 left AST’s Texas facility for Cape Canaveral, although the company did not announce a launch date.
Production is advancing through BlueBird 50, with more than 20 spacecraft structures being integrated.
AST’s recent change-of-control severance plan sparked retail buyout speculation as payouts require a qualifying executive departure.

Shares of AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) climbed over 1% overnight heading into Thursday as the company shipped three BlueBird satellites to Cape Canaveral and disclosed CEO Abel Avellan’s push for expanded direct-to-device spectrum in a meeting with the FCC’s chairman.

ASTS stock fell nearly 1% to $58.86 on Wednesday, ending September with a 0.2% loss.

ASTS BlueBirds 14-16 Hit The Road

“Another convoy is on the move,” AST said on X, announcing that BlueBirds 14, 15 and 16 had left its Texas facility and were on the road to Cape Canaveral. “Next stop: orbit.”

The company previously said BlueBird 14 was complete and satellites 15 and 16 were nearing completion. The latest announcement confirms their shipment but does not specify a launch date.

AST said its satellites carry the largest commercial communications arrays ever deployed in low Earth orbit. Its platform can deliver space-based cellular broadband directly to standard smartphones, support secure government applications and provide an additional layer of connectivity. The shipment comes as AST works toward a broader launch campaign of about 45 satellites, whose timing previously shifted from 2026 to early 2027.

AST also said production at its Midland, Texas, facility continues to advance through BlueBird 50, with more than 20 spacecraft structures being integrated as part of its assembly process. “One constellation. Connectivity. Resilience. Security. Built in Texas,” AST said. In its August update, the company reported 13 spacecraft in orbit and preparations for beta service with selected partners in 2026.

ASTS Seeks Wider Direct-To-Device Spectrum

Avellan met FCC Chairman Brendan Carr on Monday, according to a new FCC filing. Also attending were Jennifer Manner, AST's senior vice president of regulatory affairs and international strategy; Nicholas Degani of Reticulated Strategies; and Arpan Sura, Carr's senior counsel and chief AI officer.

AST expressed support for the commission’s proposal to make unlicensed spectrum available for direct-to-device services. The company said the lower 6 GHz band should be added to the bands already proposed, arguing that broader access would support service development and competition. The representatives also discussed AST’s support, working with its partners, for an auction of the 1675-1695 MHz band.

AT&T Questions SpaceX, ASTS Buyout Chatter Swirls

The updates follow AT&T CEO John Stankey’s criticism of SpaceX’s proposed rooftop cellular network as “not a viable strategy,” citing cost and consent hurdles. AST instead partners with carriers, including AT&T and Verizon, to connect standard smartphones directly to satellites.

Separately, AST’s new change-of-control severance plan sparked retail buyout speculation, although no deal was announced. A qualifying departure within one year after a change of control or, in certain cases, 180 days before, would entitle Avellan to twice the sum of his annual salary and target bonus.

Other eligible executives would receive 1.5 times the sum. Benefits also include a prorated bonus, payments tied to 24 months of health coverage for Avellan or 18 months for other executives, and full vesting of eligible equity awards. A change of control alone would not trigger severance.

How Do Retail Traders Feel About ASTS?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for ASTS jumped to ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’ levels a week ago amid ‘high’ message volume.

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One user said, “$ASTS Abel and B Carr meeting together in person at the FCC? Big.”

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Another user said, “$ASTS If BB11 had a problem I can’t imagine they would have shipped 14-16. More confirmation IMO that BB11 is just fine.”

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ASTS stock has declined 19% year-to-date.

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MU Stock Muted Despite Blowout Quarter: Analysts Weigh In As Retail Gets More Bullish

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:10:01 +0530

Micron’s Q4 revenue rose 380%, and its Q1 sales forecast also topped expectations.
China exposure is expected to fall into the single-digit range in fiscal 2027.
Stronger shareholder returns could begin in December as CHIPS Act restrictions expire, CFO says.

Micron Technology Inc. (MU) shares rose just 0.2% in overnight trading despite the memory chipmaker delivering another blowout quarter and a stronger-than-expected outlook. Wall Street analysts and retail traders stayed optimistic as the memory-and-storage solutions provider reported record revenue.

Micron Says China Still Two Nodes Behind

China remains a key investor concern as domestic memory makers such as ChangXin Memory Technologies, or CXMT, rapidly expand production. CXMT completed a major IPO in July and has been gaining share in commodity DRAM, raising questions over whether Chinese competitors could eventually pressure the global memory leaders.

“Currently, our technology leadership is at least 2 nodes ahead of the China competition,” Scott DeBoer, Micron’s president and chief technology and product officer, said.

At the same time, Micron is reducing its direct exposure to China. Chief Operating Officer Manish Bhatia said the company’s China exposure “has been reducing over the last couple of years” and is expected to fall into the “single-digit range” in fiscal 2027.

That strategy could reduce Micron’s dependence on a market where Chinese suppliers are becoming increasingly competitive.

Buybacks Could Return In December

Micron also signaled that shareholders could see significantly larger buybacks as restrictions linked to the U.S. CHIPS Act funding expire.

“We have the ability and the intent to increase our capital return, and you can expect us to seek to increase our authorization and commence stronger capital return from December 9th in accordance with the agreements we have on CHIPS,” CFO Michael Murphy said.

Micron currently has $2.2 billion of repurchase authorization remaining.

Memory Crunch Seen Lasting Into 2028

Management remains confident that the memory shortage has further to run.

“Industry demand has strengthened since our last earnings call,” CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said, adding that supply-demand conditions should be “much tighter” in fiscal 2027 and 2028 than in 2026. Micron expects about $25 billion in capital expenditures in the first half of fiscal 2027, including roughly $11.5 billion in the first quarter.

Micron reported fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $54.23 billion, up 379%, while adjusted EPS reached $33.42. The company expects first-quarter revenue of about $61.5 billion, above Wall Street expectations.

After the report, Goldman Sachs reiterated its ‘Neutral’ rating and $1,100 price target on MU, saying it expects the stock to move modestly higher because Micron’s revenue and earnings beat Wall Street expectations. The target implies a 3.3% rise from the stock’s Wednesday close. However, the company’s gross profit margin outlook came in below expectations, according to the analyst, although the market had set a particularly high bar going into the results.

Investors will now watch for updates on Micron’s 2027 spending plans, as well as what the company says about demand and pricing in its traditional DRAM and NAND memory businesses, Goldman Sachs said.

On X, The Futurum Group CEO Daniel Newman argued that most of Micron’s current growth is pricing-driven because new supply is more than a year away, while demand for memory remains extremely strong.

“Demand for memory remains through the roof. Bigger growth will come as new supply becomes available and we will still be memory constrained,” he said.

Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management CEO Ross Gerber called Micron “a beast” after the results, arguing the business is becoming less cyclical as AI drives sustained memory demand.

Retail View On MU

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for MU climbed from ‘bullish’ to ‘extremely bullish’ on Wednesday. “$MU weird that it's flat after such a great earnings report. reminds me of what happened to Samsung and SK Hynix after their stellar ER's,” a trader said.

Another wrote: “$MU memory isn’t done. $NVDA $AMD semis aren’t done. Bubble not popping yet.”

The muted reaction suggests much of Micron’s blowout earnings and upbeat outlook had already been priced in after its sharp run-up ahead of the report. Shares of peer SanDisk Corp (SNDK) were flat in overnight trading.

Micron stock has gained 11% in September and is up 273% year to date.

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Why Are VZ, T, TMUS Stocks Rising Overnight?

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:05:01 +0530

The move would be facilitated through the satellite spectrum abundance order in the 12 GHz and 42 GHz bands for a range of connectivity services, including faster satellite broadband.
Additionally, the FCC is exploring freeing up 1,450 MHz of spectrum in the Ku- and Ka-bands, along with 138.25 GHz in the D-band, for more intensive satellite communications.
It is also exploring a first-of-its-kind approach to bring spectrum abundance for missions like in-orbit servicing, refueling, manufacturing, or operations on or around the Moon.

Shares of Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ), AT&T Inc. (T) and T-Mobile US Inc. (TMUS) climbed higher in the overnight session late Wednesday after the Federal Communications Commission announced plans to bring thousands of megahertz of additional spectrum to market.

VZ stock rose 0.26%, while T stock and TMUS stock gained 0.14% and 0.20%, respectively. SpaceX (SPCX) stock also climbed 0.20% higher in the overnight session.

FCC’s Additional Bandwidth

The FCC said in a statement on Wednesday that it was adopting rules that would unlock more than 1,000 MHz through the satellite spectrum abundance order in the 12 GHz and 42 GHz bands for a range of connectivity services, including faster satellite broadband.

The commission said the move was intended to provide more spectrum resources for American free enterprise to improve the economy, expand high-speed connectivity to underserved areas, and unlock additional space-based communications.

It would also improve downlink spectrum for consumer terminals, providing more bandwidth for in-home satellite broadband and more spectrum for fixed earth stations, as well as additional capacity for inter-satellite links that would strengthen the backbone in orbit and make it more resilient, the commission said.

Expansion For Space Exploration

Additionally, the FCC is exploring freeing up 1,450 MHz of spectrum in the Ku- and Ka-bands, along with 138.25 GHz in the D-band, for more intensive satellite communications.

It is also exploring a first-of-its-kind approach to bring spectrum abundance for missions like in-orbit servicing, refueling, manufacturing, or operations on or around the Moon, moves that would not necessarily provide connectivity to the public.

This would build on the foundation by considering new spectrum bands to control spacecraft and transmit data for emergent space operations, it said.

VZ, T, TMUS, SPCX Stocks: Retail Stance

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around VZ stock, T stock and TMUS stock was ‘bearish’ at the time of writing.

Meanwhile, retail sentiment for SPCX stock was ‘bullish.’

VZ stock has gained more than 13% in 2026. T stock and TMUS stock have declined 0.65% and 18%, respectively.

SPCX stock is down more than 6% since its debut earlier this year.

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ONDS, AVAV, KTOS, RCAT, UMAC Stocks Rise Overnight: Pentagon Maps Out AI-Driven Defense Shift With Autonomous Warfare Command

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:00:07 +0530

Hegseth unveiled six initiatives to modernize the U.S. military, with a strong focus on AI, robotics and autonomous weapons.
The new Autonomous Warfare Command, or Autowarcom, is expected to become operational by October 2027.
Hegseth assigned Project Agincourt to build the new autonomous warfare command and boost drone development and procurement.

Ondas Inc. (ONDS), AeroVironment (AVAV), Kratos Defense and Security (KTOS), Red Cat Holdings (RCAT) and Unusual Machines (UMAC) stocks rose overnight as investors reacted to the Pentagon’s plan for a new Autonomous Warfare Command. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth unveiled initiatives focused on autonomous systems, robotics and faster defense procurement, signaling a broader push to modernize U.S. military capabilities.

Drone stocks gained between 0.2% and over 1% overnight Wednesday.

Autowarcom To Boost Autonomous Warfare

On Wednesday, Hegseth announced a series of initiatives aimed at reshaping how the U.S. military develops technology, builds infrastructure and prepares future service members, with autonomous weapons and robotics at the center of the plans.

Speaking to officers at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia, Hegseth introduced six initiatives covering autonomous warfare, military planning, infrastructure, bases, officer training and religious affairs. The plans include a new four-star Autonomous Warfare Command, dubbed “Autowarcom,” along with Project Meridian, Fortress America, The Next Great American Base, America’s Corps of Cadets and an Office of Religious Affairs.

The Autonomous Warfare Command, known as Autowarcom, is expected to become operational by October 2027. Hegseth said Autowarcom would concentrate on expanding robotic and autonomous capabilities throughout the joint force in "the fastest peacetime shift in modern history."

"Today, with Autowarcom, we institutionalize — and we supercharge — the era of [super intelligence], robotics and autonomous systems, all in order to win."

Project Agincourt To Lay Groundwork For Autowarcom

To move the new command from concept toward reality, Hegseth assigned the Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Unmanned Systems to lead Project Agincourt. The effort will develop Autowarcom’s organizational structure while continuing the military’s existing unmanned-systems work and testing a different approach to acquiring autonomous technology.

The initiative builds on military drone competitions in which companies test commercial systems against realistic battlefield scenarios. Successful manufacturers can receive orders shortly after the evaluations. The Pentagon has requested $74 billion for autonomous and counter-drone technology in its proposed defense budget.

The latest move builds on the Drone Dominance Program to strengthen U.S. drone production, use ideas from military personnel, equip combat units with affordable attack drones, and train senior officers to make faster decisions on drone purchases and training.

ONDS, AVAV, UMAC And RCAT Build Out Drone Portfolios

Ondas has evolved into a broad autonomous-systems company spanning drones, counter-UAS, ground robotics, secure communications and stratospheric platforms for defense and critical infrastructure. AeroVironment produces tactical drones, Switchblade loitering munitions and counter-drone systems.

Unusual Machines makes NDAA-compliant drone components such as motors, flight controllers, cameras, and video gear, while Red Cat develops tactical military drones through Teal Drones and FlightWave, as well as autonomous maritime systems through Blue Ops.

So far this year, AVAV, ONDS, KTOS, and RCAT stocks have declined between 18% and 43%, while UMAC stock has surged 92%.

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RKLB Stock Jumps After-Hours: Rocket Lab Lands Its Biggest-Ever Commercial Electron Deal With 20 New Launches

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:05:01 +0530

The new missions will launch 20 StriX radar satellites from New Zealand annually between 2028 and 2031.
Rocket Lab’s latest mission delivered Synspective’s 13th satellite, marking Electron’s 97th launch and its 18th of 2026.
Iridium shareholders recently approved Rocket Lab’s takeover with 99.6% of votes cast in favor.

Shares of Rocket Lab (RKLB) jumped 3% in after-hours trading on Wednesday after the company signed a 20-launch agreement with Synspective, securing the largest commercial Electron contract in its history.

RKLB stock jumped 9% in September, logging its best month since May. Shares closed Wednesday’s regular session nearly flat at $69.68.

Rocket Lab Secures Record 20-Launch Deal

Rocket Lab will launch 20 StriX synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites into sun-synchronous orbit from Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. The missions are scheduled annually from 2028 through 2031. The agreement supports Synspective’s goal of building a satellite constellation capable of imaging any location on Earth within hours, day or night and through any weather conditions.

“When constellation builders want control over their destiny, they come to Rocket Lab,” founder and CEO Sir Peter Beck said. Beck called Synspective one of Electron’s earliest customers, saying the partnership has demonstrated how tailored, dedicated launches can help operators scale small satellite constellations.

“Signing twenty launches in a single deal is a massive vote of confidence not just in Electron, but in the launch cadence, mission reliability, and orbital precision that Rocket Lab consistently delivers,” he said.

The deal with the Tokyo-based Earth observation company brings its total Electron bookings to 47 missions, the most of any Rocket Lab launch customer. Financial terms were not disclosed. It also pushes Rocket Lab’s overall launch backlog beyond 100 missions.

Electron Logs Its 18th Launch Of 2026

The new contract comes after Rocket Lab’s successful deployment of Synspective’s 13th StriX satellite last week. The “Owlright Owlright Owlright” mission launched from New Zealand on Saturday, placing the satellite into a 559-kilometer low Earth orbit. It marked Rocket Lab’s 97th Electron mission and its 18th launch of 2026.

Rocket Lab said it has successfully deployed all 13 StriX satellites across the partnership, maintaining a 100% mission success record for those launches. After the mission, the company said another 14 Synspective launches remained scheduled to deliver the rest of the constellation by the end of the decade.

Iridium Shareholders Back RKLB Takeover

The launch agreement comes as Rocket Lab advances its acquisition of Iridium Communications, which provides global satellite communications and other services.

Iridium shareholders approved the merger agreement last week, with approximately 99.6% of votes cast supporting the transaction. Those votes represented about 81% of outstanding shares entitled to vote. Beck said the approval brings the companies closer to combining Iridium’s global network, spectrum and operating experience with Rocket Lab’s launch and space systems capabilities. He called the proposed combination a step toward creating a “next-generation space powerhouse.”

Under the deal terms, Iridium shareholders will receive $27.00 in cash and Rocket Lab shares for each Iridium share held at closing. The stock component will be calculated using an exchange ratio subject to a collar, with the transaction carrying a notional value of $54 per Iridium share. The acquisition is expected to close by mid-2027.

How Do Retail Traders Feel About RKLB?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment for RKLB slipped to ‘neutral’ from ‘extremely bullish’ levels a week ago amid ‘normal’ message volume.

RKLB sentiment and message volume as of September 30 | Source: Stocktwits

One bullish user said, “$RKLB, what are we thinking after this contract? 60s or 80s”

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Another user said, “$RKLB what do we think the price is gonna be in 2031 when they finish those missions? $1000?”

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RKLB stock has declined 0.1% year-to-date.

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CEG Stock Rises Overnight: Constellation Signs 20-Year Nuclear Power Deal With Amazon

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:00:07 +0530

Amazon will buy 690 MW of power under the deal, including the new capacity.
Constellation says the revenue certainty supports relicensing the plant for another 20 years.
Retail sentiment on Stocktwits flips to 'bullish' from 'bearish' as message volume jumps 311%.

Shares of Constellation Energy Corp. (CEG) rose 2.7% in overnight trading late Wednesday after the company announced a 20-year power purchase agreement with Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) that will add 190 megawatts (MW) of nuclear capacity at Calvert Cliffs, Maryland.

The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The Calvert Cliffs Clean Energy Center is Maryland's only nuclear plant and its largest source of clean energy.

CEG, AMZN: Deal Contours

The deal will enable more than $3 billion in infrastructure investment in Maryland, including improvements across the entire 1,790 MW plant and about 190 MW of new, emissions-free capacity expected to come online between 2030 and 2032, the company said.

The agreement covers 690 MW of power, including the 190 MW uprate, and includes a related retail supply agreement to support Amazon's operations in the PJM market, which spans 13 states and Washington, D.C.

The deal will not disrupt current energy supply to the PJM regional grid, Constellation said.

What's In It For CEG And Amazon?

Amazon's long-term commitment is expected to give Constellation the revenue certainty to relicense the plant for another 20 years and move forward with developing new clean energy plants at the site. The deal will also help Amazon manage energy costs for its facilities across the region.

The agreement follows Constellation's earlier power deals with Microsoft and Meta Platforms as tech companies seek reliable, carbon-free power for data centers.

“Amazon’s commitment supports the long-term operation of Calvert Cliffs for generations to come and creates a strong foundation for future investment in both the facility and in advanced nuclear technologies,” Joe Dominguez, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Constellation Energy, said in the statement.

“Amazon is committed to investing in carbon-free energy to strengthen the grid and benefit the communities where we operate," Kerry Person, vice president of AWS Global Operations and Data Center Delivery, said.

"This long-term agreement with Constellation sustains the continued operation and expansion of Maryland's largest source of carbon-free energy, supports hundreds of jobs, and brings significant new generation to the regional grid.”

CEG, AMZN Stocks: Retail Stance

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around CEG stock jumped from ‘bearish’ to ‘bullish’ territory over 24 hours as message volumes surged 311% in the same time, as per platform data.

Meanwhile, retail sentiment around AMZN stock was ‘bearish’ at the time of writing amid ‘normal’ message volumes.

One user said, “$CEG They got the power, and it is going to be in high demand.”

CEG stock is down more than 30% in 2026. Meanwhile, AMZN stock is up 10% in the same time.

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GOOGL Stock Adds 1% After Hours As Google Unveils Gemini 4 Argon With Focus On Coding, Cybersecurity

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:05:01 +0530

Argon increases the single-trajectory output capacity to an industry-leading 1 million tokens, allowing deep, multi-step problem-solving.
The model autonomously detects, verifies, and patches critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Internal deployment at Google has delivered significant breakthroughs, including a 40% efficiency boost in algorithm optimization and server memory savings.

Alphabet’s Google (GOOG, GOOGL) unveiled Gemini 4 Argon on Wednesday, its latest frontier artificial intelligence model engineered to manage complex software development and cybersecurity defense.

The tech giant is initially rolling out the new system to a restricted group of trusted cybersecurity specialists through its Fairwind Program. Company officials said a broader commercial launch for enterprise users, developers, and subscribers will follow as they refine additional safety guardrails.

The release follows recent AI model launches from OpenAI and Anthropic on the enterprise side, while Meta Platforms (META) vies to gain market share on the consumer side with Muse AI.

Higher Tokens For Long-Horizon Workflows

To address intricate problem-solving scenarios, Google dramatically scaled Argon's output capacity to 1 million tokens—up from the previous 64,000-token limit. The expansion gives the model more headroom to follow extended reasoning paths without losing coherence across complex, multi-stage projects.

According to internal evaluations, Gemini 4 Argon achieved leading benchmark scores in real-world software engineering, long-form video comprehension, and domain-specific economic fields spanning legal research, finance, and tax analysis.

Focus On Cyber Defense

A primary focus of the Argon release is cybersecurity. The system can autonomously scan codebases, isolate critical vulnerabilities, and author context-aware security patches, Google said in a press statement.

During early testing, the system detected a severe, previously unmapped vulnerability in hospital healthcare software that earlier AI models had missed. To let cybersecurity teams use the technology at full effectiveness, Google is releasing tailored versions without standard restrictions directly to approved defensive partners.

Internal Deployments And Cost Structure

Google has already deployed Argon across its internal engineering infrastructure to streamline operations around the memory and quantum computing departments.

Google confirmed that Gemini 4 Argon will launch with an introductory developer API price of $2 per million input tokens.

GOOGL Stock: Retail View

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits was ‘bullish’ with ‘normal’ message volumes.

GOOGL stock has gained 10.5% year-to-date.

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CAPR Stock Clocks Best Day In Over A Month As 24-Month Duchenne Data Airs At Medical Conference In Japan

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:00:07 +0530

The FDA is slated to decide on approval of Deramiocel by November 22.
Capricor submitted the additional 24-month clinical data analyses to the FDA and sought a reevaluation of its application in August.
Earlier this month, B. Riley upgraded the stock to Buy from Neutral with a $21 target, up from $5, in anticipation of the data being presented at the conference.

Shares of Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) rose 10.5% on Wednesday, clocking its best day in over a month, as investors focused on the two-year HOPE-3 follow-up data on deramiocel, the company’s intravenous cell therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, now circulating as a poster at the World Muscle Society congress in Hiroshima.

The company is slated to present the long-term trial results orally at the conference on October 3; it recently submitted the results to the FDA to support its application.

The poster for the presentation is already circulating on X. CEO Linda Marbán has called the follow-up one of the most extensive clinical datasets evaluating upper-limb function in Duchenne.

CAPR's Efforts At FDA Approval

Deramiocel is an allogeneic cell therapy given by IV infusion every three months. The company’s first application seeking approval for the therapy was rejected in July 2025, citing a lack of substantial evidence of effectiveness. The company resubmitted the application earlier this year with HOPE-3 trial data, and the agency said it will decide on the application by August 22. However, an advisory committee met at the end of July and voted 9–3 that the evidence did not support effectiveness for cardiomyopathy.

Capricor then submitted additional 24-month clinical data analyses from the HOPE-3 trial and asked FDA to consider a refined label built on the trial’s primary endpoint—preservation of upper-limb function—rather than cardiomyopathy. The agency treated that package as a major amendment and moved the decision to Nov. 22.

What The Two-Year Analysis Shows

HOPE-3 randomized 106 patients. Eighty-two reached 24 months in the open-label extension: 40 who started on deramiocel and 42 who started on placebo, then switched.

In the delayed-start group, estimated decline on the Performance of the Upper Limb 2.0 (PUL 2.0) scale slowed from 2.05 points in the placebo year to 0.49 points after crossover, a 76% reduction. Patients treated from the start declined 0.95 points in year one and 0.89 in year two. Both groups lost less function than an external natural-history model predicted. Investigators said the pattern pointed to a treatment-linked slowing of upper-limb decline in later-stage disease.The shorter-term 12-month HOPE-3 readout, published in The Lancet, had shown a 54% slowing of upper-limb decline versus placebo. An oral HOPE-3 review is set for the last day of the conference.

Analyst Weighs In

Earlier this month, B. Riley upgraded the stock to 'Buy' from 'Neutral' with a $21 target, up from $5, in anticipation of the data being presented at the conference. Analyst Madison El-Saadi said the share setup is favorable into the November 22 FDA action date. Riley said it saw 50% upside in a positive scenario at the conference and expects the shares to hold near current levels in a negative scenario. Riley's price target applies a 40% approval probability to modeled deramiocel peak sales.

How Did Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around CAPR stock rose from 'bullish' to 'extremely bullish' territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume increased from 'normal' to 'extremely high' levels.

A Stocktwits user said that they now expect approval ahead of the FDA’s target date.

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CAPR stock has fallen 67% year-to-date.

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Paramount Wins Court Approval for $110B Warner Takeover; Mattel's Kreiz to Share CEO Role

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:00:07 +0530

U.S. District Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín approved a settlement resolving an opposition lawsuit brought by 12 state attorneys general.
Former Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz will join David Ellison as co-CEO of the combined entity, while Warner Bros. streaming head Casey Bloys is expected to assume control of both Paramount+ and HBO Max.
Paramount plans to close the acquisition on Oct. 6, supported by $44.4 billion in bond offerings and $7.5 billion in loans.

A California federal judge cleared the path for Paramount Skydance Corp. (PSKY) to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. (WBD) on Wednesday, approving a settlement that resolves a state-led antitrust lawsuit.

U.S. District Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín of the U.S. District Court in Oakland approved an agreement between Paramount and a group of 12 state attorneys general. The group of state officials, led by California, originally sued in July to prevent the entertainment consolidation, citing market competition concerns.

To satisfy the terms of the court-approved settlement, Paramount pledged to maintain an annual theatrical output of at least 30 films. Additionally, the company agreed to institute editorial independence boards for news organizations under its banner, including CBS and CNN.

Sources familiar with the matter told Bloomberg the merger is targeted to finalize on Oct. 6.

PSKY stock jumped 3.2% on Wednesday, and WBD rose about 0.3%.

Kreiz Appointed Co-CEO Alongside Ellison

Following the legal approval, Paramount Skydance Chairman David Ellison announced that former Mattel Inc. Chief Executive Ynon Kreiz will serve as co-CEO of the combined conglomerate once the transaction concludes.

"In Ynon, I'm adding a partner with strong leadership and the operating firepower this integration demands," Ellison stated Wednesday.

Under the leadership arrangement, company executives will report to both Ellison and Kreiz. The appointment fills an executive void created by the April departure of former Paramount President Jeff Shell.

Kreiz, who oversaw Mattel’s blockbuster film partnership with Warner Bros. for 2023’s $1.4 billion hit Barbie, brings extensive television and production experience to the role. He previously held top executive roles at Maker Studios, Endemol Group, and Fox Kids Europe.

Further leadership shifts are anticipated across the enterprise. Warner Bros. streaming chief Casey Bloys is set to assume control over combined streaming operations—including Paramount+ and HBO Max—following the departure of Paramount streaming chief Cindy Holland.

Financing and NYSE Listing

In conjunction with the transaction closing, Paramount announced it will delist its shares from the Nasdaq exchange on Oct. 5 and begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Oct. 6.

PSKY, WBD Stock: Retail View

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits was ‘bullish’ with ‘normal’ message volumes on both PSKY and WBD stock.PSKY stock has lost about 23% year-to-date, while WBD gained 7.5% during the same period.

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MU Stock Drops After Hours: Micron’s Heightened Capex Forecast Overpowers Q4 Beat, Expectation-Beating Q1 Guidance

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 04:05:02 +0530

Fourth-quarter revenue surged nearly 380% year-over-year to $54.23 billion, while full-year fiscal 2026 sales climbed to $133.19 billion.
Adjusted gross margins reached 87.0% in Q4, reflecting higher selling prices driven by supply constraints across the memory industry.
For the first fiscal quarter of 2027, Micron projects revenue of approximately $61.5 billion, significantly exceeding consensus estimates.

Micron Technology Inc. (MU) reported record fourth-quarter and full-year financial results Wednesday that beat analyst expectations, driven by booming demand for memory chips as artificial intelligence data centers deploy at an increasing pace.

For its fiscal fourth quarter ended Sept. 3, 2026, Micron reported revenue of $54.23 billion, up 379% compared to $11.32 billion in the same period a year earlier. Adjusted net income for the quarter reached $38.40 billion, or $33.42 per diluted share, compared with an average analyst estimate of $31.83 per share.

For the full 2026 fiscal year, total revenue skyrocketed to $133.19 billion, up from $37.38 billion in fiscal 2025. Annual adjusted net income surged to $86.76 billion, or $75.52 per share.

Micron, the largest memory chipmaker in the U.S., has benefited from surging demand from AI data centers as hyperscalers ramp up agentic AI offerings. Micron also plans to hike its 2027 capex to address this surging demand, with most expenses coming from construction expenditure related to cleanroom space for storage chip manufacturing.

“Given the need for DRAM cleanroom space and supported by greater visibility from SCAs into our demand through the end of the decade and beyond, we plan to increase our capex (capital expenditures) in fiscal 2027 versus prior plans,” Sanjay Mehrotra, CEO, Micron said.

“A majority of the increase is for construction capex, most of which is to help accelerate clean room space availability in late calendar 2028 and beyond.”

Price Inflation And Supply Shortages Boost Margins

The surge in AI infrastructure spending has created a global memory shortage, driving up prices for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) and causing ripple effects across consumer hardware segments including PCs, smartphones, and gaming platforms.

Because production costs remained relatively stable relative to selling prices, Micron's adjusted gross margin expanded to 87.0% in the fourth quarter, outperforming market projections of 86.2%. Operating cash flow for the quarter jumped to $43.97 billion, up from $5.73 billion in the prior-year period.

To support customer demand, Micron reported net capital expenditures of $10.77 billion for the fourth quarter and $27.37 billion for the entire fiscal year, while maintaining disciplined capacity expansions.

In fiscal Q1, Micron projected capex of around $11.5 billion and anticipates first-half fiscal 2027 capex to be approximately $25 billion. “We project capex to be higher in the second half of fiscal 2027. We expect a meaningfully higher growth rate in construction capex as compared to equipment capex in fiscal 2027,” Mehrotra added.

First-Quarter Fiscal 2027 Outlook

Micron issued a strong forecast for the first quarter of fiscal 2027, signaling that tight supply conditions and heavy demand are expected to continue into the next fiscal year.

The company expects revenue of $61.5 billion, plus or minus $1.5 billion, well above the consensus estimate of $56.8 billion. Diluted earnings per share are projected at $38.15, plus or minus $1.00, compared to Wall Street projections of $36.02. Gross margin is expected to fall sequentially to 86.25% in Q1.

MU Stock: Retail View

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits was ‘extremely bullish’ with ‘high’ message volumes.

One user highlighted a memory supply-demand mismatch aiding MU margins.

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MU stock has soared about 280% year-to-date.

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NU Stock Pops After Hours: Monzo Deal Scare Meets Company Denial

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 04:00:08 +0530

The company’s clarification comes on the heels of media reports that Nu was considering buying Monzo for roughly $10.6 billion to $13.3 billion.
Nu stock fell about 10% on Monday following the report.
The company said priorities remain deepening its position in Brazil, scaling Mexico and Colombia, and building its presence in the United States and worldwide through Nu Global.

Nu Holdings (NU) shares jumped after hours on Wednesday after the Nubank parent said it is not pursuing a deal for Britain’s Monzo, reversing a selloff that had followed weekend reports of an £8 billion-to-£10 billion takeover.

Nu said in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that the company "is not pursuing a transaction with Monzo.” It added that it regularly evaluates partnerships, investments and acquisitions, while not addressing whether talks occurred. The company added that its capital-allocation framework is unchanged, and that it remains focused on deepening its position in Brazil, scaling its businesses in Mexico and Colombia, and building its presence in the United States and around the world through Nu Global.

NU stock closed at $12.66, up 2.5% on the regular session, then traded near $13.41 in after-hours dealing, a gain of about 6% from the official close. The rebound comes after Nu fell about 10% on Monday, when the Monzo takeover rumor erased about $6 billion of the company’s market cap.

The Weekend Report On NU

Sky News first said Monzo was in early talks with Nu Holdings. Reports put a potential price at £8 billion to £10 billion, or roughly $10.6 billion to $13.3 billion, likely a mix of cash and Nu stock. Monzo’s last formal mark was £4.5 billion in an October 2024 secondary sale. The U.K. digital bank has about 15 million to 16 million customers; Nu has no material European franchise.

Nu has a market capitalization of about $61 billion as of Wednesday’s close. Paying the top of the reported range would have equaled roughly a fifth of that equity and more than double Monzo’s 2024 valuation.

Further, as of June 30, Nu held $13.55 billion of cash and cash equivalents and $45.3 billion of customer deposits. Cash alone sat near the high end of the rumored Monzo price. A cash-and-stock structure would have spared the deposit base but risked dilution.

How Did NU Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around NU stock rose from bullish to extremely bullish territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume stayed at high levels.

A Stocktwits user said that they were disappointed with the deal clarification.

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Another termed the stock undervalued and pegged it at $40.

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NU stock has fallen 24% year-to-date.

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APP Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week Low After Wells Fargo Calls Pixel Install Spike ‘A False Start’

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 03:05:01 +0530

Wells kept an Equal Weight rating and a $325 price target on the stock, implying a potential upside of about 12%, but below Wall Street consensus.
Wells said that while there was a jump in Pixel adds over the past two weeks, most of the new sites were Asia-Pacific Shopify storefronts with little or no measurable web traffic.
Weighted by traffic, the firm said it has not seen a meaningful pickup.

AppLovin (APP) shares hit a fresh 52-week low and closed down about 4.5% on Wednesday after Wells Fargo told clients a recent spike in merchant Pixel installs looks weaker than the raw count suggests, pushing back on the idea that e-commerce customer growth had suddenly accelerated.

Wells kept an Equal Weight rating and a $325 price target on the stock. While the price target implies a potential upside of about 12% from the stock’s closing price on Wednesday, it is still below the street average near $500.

Why APP Investors Watch The Pixel

A Pixel is a small tracking tag a retailer puts on its website. On Shopify, AppLovin’s free app can install it automatically and sync the product catalog. The tag tells AppLovin’s Axon ad system when a shopper visits, adds an item, or buys. That data is how the company measures campaigns and trains its bidding model. Analysts treat new Pixel installs as a rough count of merchants testing the platform.

AppLovin spent years selling ads inside mobile games. It opened a self-serve web product by referral in late 2025, then on June 22–23, 2026, made AppLovin Ads available to any advertiser and dropped the old Axon brand name for the dashboard. Axon remains the name of the AI engine. Management has said consumer advertising, including e-commerce, is the next growth layer after gaming. Pixel tallies have been one of the few public proxies for whether the June launch is landing real stores.

What Wells Fargo Said

Wells said investors had called about a jump in Pixel adds over the past two weeks. Raw installs did rise. The mix did not, the firm argued.

Most of the new sites were Asia-Pacific Shopify storefronts with little or no measurable web traffic. The share of new Pixel sites with no traffic began climbing in June and reached about 85% in the latest two weeks, up from about 30% before June, the firm said. Almost all of the recent adds were in that group, which Wells said may point to a data quirk. Weighted by traffic, the firm said it has not seen a meaningful pickup.

It called the latest burst a “false start” and said a real e-commerce turn still looks more like a 2027 story.

How Did APP Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around APP stock stayed within bullish territory over the past 24 hours while message volume remained at high levels.

A Stocktwits user compared the stock to Trade Desk, predicting a windfall selloff.

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Another user opined that APP is “very undervalued” and recommended buying the dip.

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APP stock has fallen 53% year-to-date, compared to Trade Desk’s 68% drop.

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S&P 500, Dow End Lower As Investors Shrug Off Cooler-Than-Expected Inflation Data — MGM, SPCX, AAPL, TSM In Focus

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 03:00:07 +0530

The S&P 500 ended Wednesday 0.3% lower, the Nasdaq 100 rose 0.2%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.9%.
The Federal Trade Commission is scrutinizing OpenAI, Anthropic PBC and other AI labs.
The personal consumption expenditures price index for August increased at a 3.4% annual rate.

The S&P 500 and Dow Jones ended Wednesday lower, with the Dow recording its worst month since March this year as investors shrugged off cooler PCE data amid elevated Treasury yields.

The S&P 500 ended Wednesday 0.3% lower, the Nasdaq 100 rose 0.2%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.9%. The Russell 2000, which tracks small-cap stocks, fell 0.7%.

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) was down 0.1%, the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF (DIA) slipped 0.8%, and the Nasdaq-100 tracking Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) added 0.4%.

Meanwhile, the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) and the iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) rose about 0.5%, tracking gains in Nvidia (NVDA), Micron Tech (MU) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). The broader Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) added about 0.9%.

The Nasdaq 100 ended the month about 3.2% higher, owing to strength in chipmaker stocks. AMD, Intel (INTC), Arm Holdings (ARM), Marvell Technologies (MRVL).

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits for QQQ, SPY, and DIA was ‘bullish’ with ‘high’ message volumes.

US Market Drivers

Index	Move	Close
Dow Jones Industrial Average	-0.9%	50,906.05
S&P 500	-0.3%	7,651.54
Nasdaq 100	0.2%	30,408.50

The personal consumption expenditures price index rose 3.4% annually in August, down from an initial 3.7% the prior month, which was later revised down to 3.4%. Meanwhile, core PCE, which strips out volatile food and energy costs, slowed to 3% annually from 3.3% previously, coming in below market projections.

Fixed-income markets showed little reaction to the readout, but remained at elevated levels. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield ticked up 1 basis point to 5.27%, remaining near recent multi-decade peaks. The 30-year Treasury yield climbed 3 basis points to 5.62%.

However, the cooler reading has pushed traders to wind down some bets that the Federal Reserve would hike rates again in October. According to the CME FedWatch tool, bets for a rate hike in October fell to 37% on Wednesday from 51%.

“This is good news for investors worried about the recent surge in bond yields, and it bolsters the case for not hiking in October,” David Russell at TradeStation told Bloomberg.

Key Trending Stocks

MGM Resorts International’s Chief Executive Bill Hornbuckle has opened the door to a potential takeover of media and holding company People Inc., marking an unexpected turn in corporate dealmaking after Barry Diller’s firm scrapped its own attempt to acquire the casino giant.

SpaceXAI, the artificial-intelligence arm of Elon Musk’s SpaceX (SPCX), is reportedly reviewing a rewrite of how it sells the Grok chatbot and the X social network.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is launching a broad inquiry into artificial intelligence developers, including OpenAI and Anthropic PBC, to evaluate potential consumer risks and assess product safety standards.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) is set to sell about 6 million units of the iPhone Duo this year, Counterpoint Research said

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSM) is reportedly evaluating a potential investment in Texas to expand its chip production footprint in the U.S.

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MGM CEO Signals Possible Acquisition Of Top Shareholder People Inc. As Casino M&A Accelerates: Report

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 02:05:01 +0530

MGM CEO Bill Hornbuckle left open the possibility of buying Barry Diller’s People Inc. after the holding company dropped its $48.30-per-share buyout offer for MGM.
Rival operator Caesars Entertainment is preparing to go private after shareholders approved a $17.6 billion acquisition by Fertitta Entertainment.
Major gaming operators are advancing international developments.

Asked at the Global Gaming Expo this week whether MGM was considering buying People Inc., Hornbuckle said MGM would continue pursuing what is in the best interest of shareholders and “trying to unlock the value of a company that we think is grossly undervalued,” according to a CNBC report.

People Inc., formerly known as IAC, is MGM’s largest shareholder, with approximately a 27% stake. Last week, People Inc. withdrew its $48.30-per-share proposal to acquire MGM's remaining equity, citing transaction mechanics that failed to align as anticipated. However, Diller said the company remains interested in potential strategic transactions between the two entities.

Hornbuckle praised Diller’s continued bullishness on Las Vegas, noting that physical, experience-driven destination resorts remain uniquely protected from technological disruption amid heightened dealmaking in the casino industry.

Caesars Prepares $17.6B Take-Private Deal

The strategic maneuvering between MGM and People Inc. comes as competitive pressures and private equity interest reshape the gaming sector. Shareholders of rival operator Caesars Entertainment recently approved a $17.6 billion sale, including debt, to Fertitta Entertainment.

The deal will merge Caesars’ casino operations with Tilman Fertitta’s Golden Nugget venues, Landry’s restaurant empire, and broader hospitality portfolio. Caesars CEO Tom Reeg said operating outside the scrutiny of public markets would let leadership focus on long-term strategy rather than 90-day earnings cycles.

The Federal Trade Commission is currently reviewing the transaction for antitrust concerns. While the FTC issued a second request for information, Reeg characterized the regulatory process as routine for a transaction of this scale and signaled that any potential property divestitures would be immaterial.

UAE And Japan Developments Advance

Beyond domestic consolidation, gaming leaders detailed progress on high-profile international expansions.

Wynn Resorts CEO Craig Billings confirmed that construction of Wynn Al Marjan Island in the United Arab Emirates remains on schedule for a September 2027 opening.

Concurrently, MGM is making headway on its multi-billion-dollar resort in Osaka, Japan. After extensive site preparation on the artificial island of Yumeshima, Hornbuckle confirmed the 97-acre project is on schedule and on budget, featuring a casino floor four times the size of its Bellagio property.

MGM Stock: Retail View

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits was ‘extremely bullish’ with ‘high’ message volumes.

MGM stock has lost about 15% year-to-date.

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SpaceXAI Studies One Bill For Grok And X: Report

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:06 +0530

X and Grok are currently priced separately, though certain X subscriptions come with SuperGrok access.
On X’s U.S. web checkout, Basic starts at $3 a month, Premium at $8, and Premium+ at $40.
SpaceX bought xAI in February 2026 and folded the lab in as SpaceXAI later in the year.

SpaceXAI, the artificial-intelligence arm of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, is reportedly reviewing a rewrite of how it sells the Grok chatbot and the X social network.

The company is studying a single subscription that would cover both products, according to an internal document reviewed by Bloomberg. The report did not note a public launch date for the new pricing but added that it is meant to be “soon”.

The Four Proposed Tiers

Bloomberg said the draft document has four payment tiers. At the bottom is a free plan with tighter Grok usage caps. At the top is a $100-a-month “Ultra” tier aimed at heavy users and including the Grok Bot agent. The company also reportedly intends to offer an $8 monthly lite plan that includes a verified mark on the user's X profile in addition to Grok access.

That structure would collapse today’s split checkout—one bill for X features, another for standalone Grok—into a single consumer ladder.

What Customers Pay Now

The products are currently priced separately.

On X’s U.S. web checkout, Basic starts at $3 a month, Premium at $8, and Premium+ at $40. Premium raises Grok limits inside the app; Premium+ already bundles the highest Grok access inside X.

On the Grok side, the company offers a free version with limits. SuperGrok is priced at $30 a month, and SuperGrok Plus at $100. The most premium SuperGrok Heavy plan is priced at $300 a month.

SpaceX bought xAI in February 2026 and folded the lab in as SpaceXAI later in the year. Grok remains native to X, which gives SpaceX a distribution channel rivals do not own.

How Did SPCX Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around SPCX stock stayed within the bullish territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume stayed at high levels.

SPCX stock is currently trading at around $151, above its IPO price of $135 but below its all-time high near $225.

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HYPE, ZEC Edge Higher — Hyperliquid And Zcash Are Challenging Crypto’s ‘Mount Rushmore,’ Says Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan

Stocktwits Inc — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:05:01 +0530

Hougan said on Tuesday that Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Chainlink remained his crypto “Mount Rushmore."
He noted that Hyperliquid was making a case to join the group, while Zcash was putting privacy back into focus.
Hougan also pointed to Venus as an AI-linked contender and said he remained bullish on several DeFi assets.

Zcash (ZEC) and Hyperliquid (HYPE) edged higher on Wednesday, after Bitwise Chief Investment Officer (CIO) Matt Hougan said Hyperliquid and Zcash were increasingly challenging that lineup against what he called crypto’s “Mount Rushmore.”

In an interview with analyst Michaël van de Poppe on Tuesday, Hougan explained that while his crypto "Mount Rushmore" remained the four cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and Chainlink (LINK), Hyperliquid and Zcash were increasingly challenging that lineup.

"You certainly have Hyperliquid making its case to be chiseled into the Mount Rushmore," Hougan said. "Zcash is arguing that privacy should be on the Mount Rushmore," he added. He also pointed to Venice (VVV) as a contender tied to artificial intelligence (AI) and said he remained bullish on several decentralized finance (DeFi) assets.

However, Hougan said that his original basket had not changed. While the other assets offered exposure to themes like tokenization and on-chain finance, Hougan explained that “If you want a broad play on sort of monetary debasement, Bitcoin is still the leader.”

Bitcoin’s price was up over 1%, Ethereum’s price was up by 0.7%, Solana’s price was up by 1.7%, while Chainlink’s price went down over 2% over the past 24 hours.

On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment around BTC and ETH remained in the ‘bearish’ zone, while the retail sentiment around SOL and LINK remained in the ‘bullish’ zone over the past day.

Hyperliquid, Zcash Emerge As Contenders

Hougan highlighted Hyperliquid for bringing together several existing crypto-market features with a strong user experience. "A lot of what Hyperliquid is doing is not new," he said, pointing to perpetual futures and centralized order books. He added that Hyperliquid combined "six or seven different advances at once" with a strong user experience and launched them at the right time.

The Bitwise CIO said Zcash’s case for joining the group centered on privacy, which he described as deserving a larger role in crypto. He said ZEC was challenging the established group specifically by arguing that privacy deserved a larger role in the market.

Both tokens have had strong rallies recently. Earlier this month, Zcash overtook Hyperliquid to become the ninth-largest cryptocurrency. The move followed a strong August for both assets, when ZEC gained about 70% while HYPE rose roughly 50%.

HYPE’s price and ZEC’s price were both up over 5% over the past 24 hours. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment around HYPE dipped to the ‘bearish’ from the ‘extremely bearish’ zone, while the retail sentiment around ZEC remained in the ‘neutral’ zone over the past day.

HYPE, ZEC Gain Broader Market Utility

The broader utility has expanded beyond trading venues. Coinbase (COIN) announced that users could now borrow up to $100,000 against HYPE and ZEC instead of selling the tokens.

The loans will be offered through Coinbase's crypto-backed lending product, which would allow holders to access liquidity without giving up exposure to either asset.

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IBRX Breaks Above This Key Resistance — Stock On Track To Record Best Single-Day Gains In 6 Months

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:25:01 +0530

Chairman Patrick Soon-Shiong recently met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, leading to optimism around a potential expansion of Anktiva into the country.
The FDA is currently reviewing ImmunityBio’s application to expand Anktiva’s label, with a decision expected by Jan. 6, 2027.
IBRX shares are on track to clock their biggest monthly gain since February this year.

ImmunityBio (IBRX) was in the spotlight on Wednesday after the stock broke above a key resistance level around $9.44, extending a September rally that has put it on track for its strongest monthly gain since February.

IBRX shares surged more than 13%, climbing above $10 for the first time since March. The stock is also on track for its biggest single-day gains in nearly six months.

Retail Turns Bullish On IBRX

IBRX was among the top trending tickers on Stocktwits at the time of writing. Retail sentiment surrounding the stock trended in the ‘bullish’ territory over the past 24 hours, amid ‘high’ message volumes.

One user highlighted IBRX’s technical breakout, high short interest, and bullish retail sentiment.

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Koyfin data shows that more than 125 million IBRX shares, or about 11.9% of the outstanding shares, are currently held short. Although bearish bets have eased from last month, short interest remains higher than the 9% recorded at the end of last year. The company has roughly 1.06 billion outstanding shares.

Anktiva Catalysts Remain In Focus

The rally follows ImmunityBio founder and Chairman Patrick Soon-Shiong’s recent meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The meeting sparked optimism around a potential expansion of the company’s cancer treatment into the country, although no Anktiva approval, commercial agreement or launch timeline has been announced.

Anktiva, ImmunityBio’s flagship cancer immunotherapy, is already approved in the U.S. for certain patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. The FDA is currently reviewing an application to expand Anktiva’s label, with a decision expected by Jan. 6, 2027. Anktiva is currently approved or authorized across 34 countries, including the U.S., the U.K., Saudi Arabia and markets across Europe.

IBRX shares have gained nearly 390% so far this year, far exceeding the broader State Street SPDR S&P Biotech (XBI) ETF’s 30% gains.

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Micron Earnings Could Reach $50 A Quarter, Says Susquehanna: Analyst Sees Memory Driving AI Profits

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:20:01 +0530

Hosseini expects Micron to initially reach $30 to $40 in quarterly earnings before potentially moving toward $50.
He sees diversified AI demand and a broader customer base supporting more sustainable memory pricing and margins.
The analyst said he expects Micron to emphasize diversified demand, disciplined capital spending, and its ability to sustain operating margins around 70% during the company's earnings call after market close on Wednesday.

Micron Technology’s (MU) earnings could eventually reach $50 per quarter, which comes to $200 on an annualized basis, if memory continues to play a larger role in the artificial intelligence buildout, according to Susquehanna analyst Mehdi Hosseini.

Speaking on CNBC ahead of Micron’s fiscal fourth-quarter earnings report due after the market close Wednesday, Hosseini argued that the AI semiconductor cycle is increasingly shifting toward memory, while compute becomes more commoditized.

“I make the argument that compute is actually becoming more commoditized, and it's memory that makes the difference,” Hosseini said. He expects Micron’s earnings to initially reach $30 to $40 per quarter before eventually climbing to $50 per quarter, translating to roughly $200 in annualized earnings.

MU stock edged 0.7% higher in midday trade, and was among the top trending tickers on Stocktwits at the time of writing. The shares are trading around 14.5% below their record high of over $1,255 seen in June.

MU stock price performance year-to-date on September 30 as of 12:00 p.m. ET | Source: Koyfin

Wall Street expects Micron to report fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $31.82 per share on revenue of $51.47 billion, as per Koyfin data. Micron has missed quarterly EPS estimates only twice in the past decade.

Micron quarterly earnings results against analyst estimates over the past 10 years. | Source: Koyfin

Can Micron Sustain 70% Margins?

Hosseini’s thesis is based on whether Micron and other memory makers can sustain elevated margins as AI infrastructure spending expands.

Rather than focusing only on the company’s next-quarter results, he said investors should pay attention to how durable Micron’s profitability can become. According to Hosseini, the key question is whether the current memory cycle can support structurally higher margins instead of reverting to the boom-and-bust pattern that has historically defined the industry.

“I think management will highlight the discipline that the memory industry employs and therefore maintain margin,” he said, adding that he expects Micron to emphasize diversified demand, disciplined capital spending and its ability to sustain operating margins around 70%.

“Ultimately, it comes down to who can have a 70% margin profile in AI,” he said, naming memory, foundries and customers such as Nvidia (NVDA) and AMD (AMD).

Current Memory Cycle Different From Past

He also stated that the current memory cycle differs from earlier periods because demand is coming from a broader range of applications and customers rather than being concentrated in smartphones.

“Now we have a diversification in demand drivers. We also have diversification in customer base,” Hosseini said. “So you have a diversification in application and customers, and this is what drives the sustainability of pricing.”

The shift from AI training to inference could further increase memory demand, he said, citing DRAM requirements for CPUs and the storage needed to support growing AI workloads.

Wall Street On MU Stock Ahead Of Q4 Earnings

Other analysts remain focused on the strength and durability of Micron’s current memory cycle. JPMorgan called the setup “constructive” heading into earnings. The firm reiterated an ‘Overweight’ rating and a $1,540 price target, citing “multiple beat-and-raise levers still in play” for Micron.

Wells Fargo also remained bullish on Micron heading into the fourth quarter, although analyst Aaron Rakers lowered the price target on MU shares to $1,400 from $1,525 while maintaining an ‘Overweight’ rating.

Rakers said the next phase of MU’s performance will depend on investors gaining greater confidence in the duration of the current memory shortage, as well as on the expansion of Strategic Customer Agreement engagements and on Micron’s execution.

Morgan Stanley, Baird and Citi have also remained broadly positive on Micron’s outlook, while investors increasingly focus on how long tight memory supply and elevated pricing can persist.

How Is Retail Feeling About MU Stock?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around MU stock rose to ‘extremely bullish’ from ‘bullish’ territory over the past day, accompanied by ‘high’ levels of chatter

MU stock retail sentiment on September 30 as of 12:10 p.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

An ongoing Stocktwits poll showed more than 75% of respondents expecting Micron to deliver a double beat after the market close.

Results of an ongoing Stocktwits poll asking about Micron’s earnings results on September 30 as of 12:10 p.m. ET | Source: Stocktwits

The debate among traders, however, is increasingly moving beyond whether Micron can beat quarterly estimates. One trader argued that the bigger issue is the 2027 guidance, while another pointed out that strong earnings may not immediately translate into a stock rally.

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MU stock has gained over 275% this year and surged more than 540% in the last 12 months.

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BMNR Stock Forms Golden Cross For First Time Since Bitmine’s Ethereum Pivot Rally

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:15:01 +0530

Lee said Bitmine has executed the largest buyback in the crypto industry ever, at 21 million shares or $350 million.
While Bitmine shares have more than doubled from their June lows, the stock still remains 59% below its 52-week high.
As of last week, Bitmine's Ethereum holdings topped 6 million tokens, accounting for about 4.9% of the supply, with total holdings at $17.2 billion.

Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) stock has formed a golden cross for the first time since its rally after the Ethereum (ETH) pivot.

According to data from Koyfin, Bitmine’s 50-day average was $22.15 on Wednesday, above its 200-day average of $21.73. The last time the 50-day line crossed above the 200-day was on 30 June 2025, the very day the company pivoted to buying Ethereum in its corporate strategy.

BMNR Golden Cross: 50-Day Crosses Above 200-Day. Source: Koyfin

A golden cross occurs when a stock's short-term moving average crosses above its long-term average. Traders consider this a bullish signal for the asset, although the indicator is a lagging one.

Bitmine closed Tuesday at $26.73, up about 109% from its June low. However, the stock is 59% below its 52-week high of $65.60.

At the time of writing, BMNR’s stock traded flat in midday trade. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around BMNR remained in the ‘bearish’ zone, while chatter dropped to ‘low’ from ‘normal’ levels over the past day.

Bitmine’s Record Buyback Marks The Stock’s Bottom, Tom Lee Says

The company's July stock repurchase “made the bottom” for the stock, Bitmine chairman Tom Lee said in an interview at Korea Blockchain Week Wednesday.

“We've also executed the largest buyback in the crypto industry ever: 21 million shares or 350 million. And it was done in July. We literally marked. We really made the bottom for Bitcoin. That was the bottom for the stock. And then a month later, you know, our production almost doubled in price," said Lee.

Since July, Bitmine has purchased 20.8 million shares in buybacks. The company’s Ether holdings exceeded 6 million tokens this week, or 4.9% of supply, with its total holdings being $17.2 billion.

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Boeing’s $20B-Plus Navy Fighter Win Gets Street’s Attention — What BA Investors Need To Know

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:10:01 +0530

William Blair kept its 'Outperform' rating and said Boeing’s latest fighter award adds to signs of improvement in its defense business.
The F/A-XX contract is valued at more than $20 billion for the full-scale development phase and includes multiple test aircraft, according to the Pentagon's announcement.
Ethiopian Airlines reportedly agreed to buy 10 Boeing freighters, comprising eight 777-8Fs and two 777Fs, with an option for eight additional 777-8Fs.

Boeing (BA) stock drew investor attention on Wednesday after JPMorgan and William Blair weighed in on the company's U.S. Navy sixth-generation fighter win.

JPMorgan maintained an 'Overweight' rating on the stock and William Blair retained its 'Outperform' rating, according to The Fly.

BA shares were trading marginally lower, while Northrop Grumman (NOC) shares were down more than 3.65% at the time of writing on Wednesday.

JPMorgan Calls Navy Win Important

JPMorgan maintained its 'Overweight' rating and $290 price target on Boeing, calling the Navy fighter win “truly important” for the company, according to TheFly.

The analyst said Boeing's selection over Northrop Grumman was not a surprise and added that the company “has a lock” on sixth-generation fighters.

However, JPMorgan said the more meaningful financial development for investors over time will be Boeing's progress in increasing commercial aircraft production and improving cash flow per plane.

William Blair Sees Defense Improvement

William Blair maintained its 'Outperform' rating on Boeing following the Navy award, according to TheFly.

The firm said the $20 billion-plus full-scale development program represents Boeing's second major next-generation aircraft win after its selection to develop the Air Force's F-47 fighter last year.

William Blair said the recent contract wins point to an improvement in Boeing's defense business, according to TheFly.

The U.S. Navy selected Boeing to design, build and deliver its F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter, which is expected to replace the service's F/A-18E/F Super Hornets and EA-18G Growlers beginning in the 2030s.

The F/A-XX contract is valued at more than $20 billion for the full-scale development phase and includes multiple test aircraft, according to the Pentagon's announcement.

Free Cash Flow Target In Focus

William Blair expects Boeing to provide commentary on its previously announced $10 billion free cash flow target during the company's third-quarter earnings call, according to TheFly.

The F/A-XX contract is valued at more than $20 billion for the full-scale development phase and includes multiple test aircraft, according to the Pentagon's announcement.

Separately, Ethiopian Airlines signed an agreement on Wednesday to purchase 10 Boeing cargo planes, including eight 777-8Fs and two 777Fs, according to Reuters. The airline also has an option to purchase eight additional 777-8Fs.

Ethiopian Airlines CEO Mesfin Tasew said the aircraft have a catalog value of $5 billion, while the actual purchase price remains confidential. The airline currently operates 12 Boeing 777F cargo planes, along with three 767 freighters and four converted 737s, according to the Reuters report.

Retail View On BA

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits was ‘Extremely Bullish,’ with ‘High’ message volume over the past 24 hours. BA was also among the trending tickers on Stocktwits at the time of writing.

One Stocktwits user said they sold their BA position for a profit around a $195 level during an earlier rally and later bought back the stock on the dip.

BA shares have dropped over 13% year-to-date.

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AI Labs In Focus: US FTC Reportedly Opens Probe Into OpenAI, Anthropic Following Surge In Rogue AI Agents

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:05:01 +0530

The Federal Trade Commission is launching an investigation into AI leaders like OpenAI and Anthropic regarding product safety compliance and potential consumer hazards.
Regulatory authorities are preparing to issue compulsory information requests—similar to subpoenas.
The agency's action comes amid heightened concern over high-profile cybersecurity incidents.

According to Bloomberg, the regulator is preparing to send official information requests within the coming weeks as part of an investigation into whether these firms adhere to federal consumer protection laws.

Rising Cyber Incidents Drive Regulatory Action

The inquiry unfolds against a backdrop of increasing cybersecurity incidents that have heightened anxiety across both Silicon Valley and government corridors. As a result, major AI developers face mounting political and industry pressure to secure their models following instances of rogue AI agents making their own decisions.

In one prominent example from July, an agentic AI system operated by OpenAI breached the open-source platform Hugging Face. Additionally, OpenAI has spent recent weeks informing educational institutions and government agencies that its models accessed their websites without authorization during model training phases.

According to Bloomberg, the FTC possesses an established history of enforcing cybersecurity and data protection standards. Past FTC enforcement actions centered on computer security breaches have generated billions of dollars in settlements, though investigations can also conclude without formal legal action.

Broader Regulatory Context

The new investigation builds on earlier agency actions targeting the AI sector. According to Bloomberg, the FTC previously requested information from companies including Meta Platforms Inc. (META), Alphabet Inc.’s Google (GOOG, GOOGL), and OpenAI regarding the impact of conversational chatbots on children.

Outside the U.S., European regulators have also heightened scrutiny of AI labs regarding their impact on children. For instance, earlier in July this year, the European Union charged Meta with breaking digital laws over addictive features on Instagram and Facebook.

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits was ‘neutral’ with ‘normal’ message volumes on OpenAI and was ‘bullish’ on Anthropic.

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VNDA Stock Fades After Hetlioz Sleep-Trial Win — Here’s Why

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:00:07 +0530

In the trial, patients took 20 mg once daily for 28 days; treated patients fell asleep 42.5 minutes earlier versus 5.4 minutes on placebo — a 37-minute gap.
The “pivotal” trial analyzed just 20 patients per arm after screening more than 260 people over five years.
Investors also remember the FDA twice rejected Hetlioz for jet lag, citing how the studies were designed.

Shares of Vanda Pharmaceuticals (VNDA) opened 3% higher on Wednesday after a late Tuesday readout in delayed sleep-wake phase disorder, to eventually give up all gains as investors focused on the small trial population and generic competition to the drug.

The stock was down 1% at the time of writing, despite a two-digit after-hours surge on Tuesday.

What The VNDA Trial Showed

Vanda said a late-stage study of Hetlioz (tasimelteon), already sold for two rare body-clock disorders, met its main goal in delayed sleep-wake phase disorder (DSWPD). In DSWPD, the internal clock is locked late: people cannot fall asleep at a normal hour and struggle to wake for work or school. The company estimates that 0.5 million to 4.1 million U.S. adults may be affected.

In the trial, patients took 20 mg once daily for 28 days. Treated patients fell asleep 42.5 minutes earlier versus 5.4 minutes on placebo — a 37-minute gap. Sixty percent of the drug group advanced sleep by at least 30 minutes, versus 15% on placebo. Safety matched the existing label. Vanda plans to discuss the data with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and file for a new use. If approved, Hetlioz would be the first medicine specifically cleared for DSWPD.

Why The Stock Did Not Rally

The “pivotal” trial analyzed just 20 patients per arm after screening more than 260 people over five years. The main measure was a diary, not an objective sleep tracker. Investors also remember the FDA twice rejected Hetlioz for jet lag, citing how the studies were designed.

Further, generic versions have already slashed Hetlioz sales — down 66% year over year to $5.6 million in the latest reported quarter. A new label on a product already facing cheap copies may add little revenue. Vanda is also burning cash while Fanapt, its approved drug for schizophrenia and acute manic or mixed episodes of bipolar I disorder, grows, and other pipeline bets remain unproven.

Vanda is also awaiting an FDA decision on Quimilza in the treatment of generalized pustular psoriasis. The FDA is slated to decide on the drug by December 12.

How Did VNDA Retail Traders React?

On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around VNDA stock rose from bearish to extremely bullish territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume rose from normal to extremely high levels.

A Stocktwits user highlighted that the company is currently unprofitable. The stock is doomed until it can turn a profit again, they said.

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Another user highlighted the small nature of the study, which they said will not suffice for FDA approval.

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VNDA stock has fallen 43% year-to-date.

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ELMT Stock Surges Over 11% – Elmet Technologies Lands $36M DLA Contract For Tungsten, Molybdenum Aerospace Materials

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:00:06 +0530

The contract covers high-performance molybdenum and tungsten alloys and precision wire used in jet engine components and other aerospace applications.
Elmet will supply DLA Strategic Materials with TZM alloy billets, bar stock, ingots and specialized molybdenum and tungsten wire.
The award is separate from the DLA's $2 billion tungsten stockpile agreement announced Sept. 14, which includes a $150 million guaranteed funded commitment.

Elmet Technologies, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Elmet Group Co. (ELMT), announced on Wednesday that it was awarded an approximately $36 million contract by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to supply high-performance molybdenum and tungsten alloys and precision wire to the U.S. National Defense Stockpile.

ELMT shares traded over 11% higher at the time of writing on Wednesday.

Under the agreement, Elmet Technologies will supply DLA Strategic Materials with titanium-zirconium-molybdenum (TZM) alloy billets, bar stock and ingots, along with specialized molybdenum and tungsten wire.

Molybdenum and tungsten are refractory metals that can withstand extremely high temperatures, making them useful in jet engine components and other demanding aerospace and defense applications.

TZM is a molybdenum alloy strengthened with titanium and zirconium. The company highlighted that it retains its strength at higher temperatures than pure molybdenum, making it suitable for applications exposed to extreme heat and stress.

How The New Award Differs From The Sept. 14 Deal

The latest DLA award is separate from the Sept. 14 IDIQ agreement, which has a maximum value of $2 billion and a $150 million guaranteed minimum. The earlier agreement covers tungsten ores and concentrates, as well as sodium tungstate. The $2 billion figure represents the contract's maximum value, while purchases beyond the guaranteed amount are at the DLA's discretion.

The Sept. 14 announcement also included a separate $450 million committed investment from the U.S. Department of War. The agreement provides funding to expand and modernize Elmet's tungsten mining, processing and manufacturing capabilities, including the planned upgrade and restart of the Springer ammonium paratungstate plant and associated tungsten mine in Nevada.

CEO Highlights Domestic Manufacturing

Derek Fox, President of the Critical Materials Components Division of The Elmet Group, said the latest award reflects Elmet Technologies' capabilities across molybdenum and tungsten products, from specialty alloy billets and bar to precision ultra-fine wire.

Fox said refractory metals are foundational to aerospace manufacturing and jet engine production. He added that, as a vertically integrated U.S. manufacturer, the company views the award as further demonstrating its role as a domestic source of critical materials and precision-engineered components.

Elmet's Position In Critical Materials

Elmet Technologies has capabilities spanning tungsten and molybdenum processing from powder through finished mill products and components. The company says its products serve aerospace, defense and other critical industries.

Elmet has operated since 1929 and has nearly 400 employees across facilities in Maine, Ohio and Michigan.

Retail sentiment on Stocktwits around the stock remained ‘Bearish’ over the past 24 hours.

ELMT shares have gained more than 51% year-to-date.

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CRWV CEO Says ‘No Reduction In Orders’ As CoreWeave Rolls Out Nvidia Vera Rubin AI Systems

Stocktwits Inc — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:20:01 +0530

Intrator expects the economics of incremental AI infrastructure to keep improving through 2027 and into early 2028.
He also sees agentic AI driving “substantial demand for CPUs across the board,” alongside continued demand for GPUs.
His comments come as CoreWeave announced a series of product and customer updates at its Fully Connected conference in San Francisco.

CoreWeave (CRWV) CEO Mike Intrator said Wednesday that the company has seen no slowdown in orders despite growing regulatory pushback against data-center development, stating that restrictions will shift where AI infrastructure is built rather than reduce demand.

“There has absolutely not been any reduction in orders,” Intrator said in a CNBC interview. “They are not going to in any way reduce the demand. The market is looking for more infrastructure... and it’s just a question of where you put it.”

The comments came as CoreWeave announced a series of product and customer updates at its Fully Connected conference in San Francisco, including the availability of Nvidia’s (NVDA) latest Vera Rubin NVL72 systems and the launch of CoreWeave Forge, a new development platform for AI models and agents.

CRWV stock gained over 1% in morning trade amid broader market strength after PCE data came in lower than expected. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around CoreWeave trended in ‘bullish’ territory over the past day.

CoreWeave Brings Nvidia Vera Rubin Into Production

CoreWeave said Cognition, the AI company behind coding agent Devin, is the first customer to run production workloads on Nvidia’s Vera Rubin NVL72 architecture.

In the interview, Intrator stated the combination of Nvidia’s GPU and CPU architecture as a major development, saying the integration can drive significant performance gains as the components operate together inside the same server.

CoreWeave said the Vera Rubin deployment builds on its relationship with Nvidia, which dates back to the Volta generation in 2017. The company said its software stack allows customers to operate workloads across multiple Nvidia GPU generations while adopting newer systems.

NVDA stock gained over 2% in morning trade, just $5.00 shy of clocking a new record high at the time of writing. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the shares trended in ‘neutral’ territory over the past day. The company announced a new three-year software deal with Jacobs (J) earlier in the day.

CEO Sees Higher Infrastructure Yields Through 2028

Intrator also pushed back on concerns that higher interest rates could undermine the economics of AI infrastructure. “The margins that we are earning are expanding faster than the rates are going up,” he said, adding that the profitability of incremental infrastructure is higher than it was a year ago.

He expects that trend to continue through 2027 and into early 2028, citing continued demand from enterprise and consumer customers and the revenue being generated by companies deploying AI infrastructure.

CoreWeave Launches Forge For AI Development

CoreWeave also unveiled Forge, a development layer designed to connect model and agent development, evaluation, observability and deployment in a single environment.

The platform combines CoreWeave services with Weights & Biases Models, OpenPipe’s post-training capabilities and the open-source marimo notebook project. MasterClass and Canva are already using Forge, CoreWeave said.

CRWV stock has gained around 22% so far this year.

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