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Shares of semiconductor packaging and testing company Amkor Technology (NASDAQ:AMKR) jumped 7.4% in the afternoon session after reports indicated that Intel had outsourced its high-end chip packaging production to Amkor for the first time. 

Shares of semiconductor photomask manufacturer Photronics (NASDAQ:PLAB) jumped 4.2% in the afternoon session after the company received a "Strong Buy" consensus rating from analysts. This positive outlook from two analysts signaled a favorable view of the company's prospects. Such ratings often influence investor sentiment by suggesting that analysts believe a stock has potential for future growth. The consensus reflected a bullish stance on the company, which likely contributed to the upward price movement as investors reacted to the favorable assessment.

Shares of carbonate fuel cell technology developer FuelCell Energy (NASDAQ:FCEL) jumped 9.1% in the afternoon session after the company announced it secured approximately $25 million in debt financing from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM). 

Shares of semiconductor testing company Teradyne (NASDAQ:TER) jumped 6.4% in the afternoon session after Stifel upgraded the chip testing equipment maker to a "Buy" from a "Hold" rating and raised its price target. Analyst Brian Chin increased the price target to $225 from $162, noting stronger long-term growth prospects. The firm highlighted what it called an underappreciated position for the company in AI networking. The upgrade was based on a belief that a “narrative shift, revenue shift, and optionality in AI compute [are] too important to ignore.” Stifel expected growth to accelerate given a favorable, structural shift in Teradyne's test revenue composition, even before considering potential share gains in the AI GPU and ASIC market.

Shares of customer experience management platform Sprinklr (NYSE:CXM) jumped 4.3% in the afternoon session after investors showed optimism ahead of the company's upcoming quarterly earnings report. The report was scheduled for release the following day, with analysts forecasting earnings per share (EPS) of approximately $0.07. Other estimates projected adjusted earnings at $0.09 per share on revenue of about $209.6 million, which would mark a 4.4% increase from the same quarter in the previous year. This anticipated growth rate was slower than the 7.7% increase recorded a year prior. In its last report, Sprinklr had surpassed analysts' revenue expectations, adding to the positive sentiment.

Shares of blockchain infrastructure company Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) jumped 3.7% in the afternoon session after Wall Street brokerage Bernstein suggested the stock could rise 90%, while the company also launched a new "instant unstaking" feature. The bullish analyst note was part of a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating among Wall Street analysts. Adding to the positive sentiment, Coinbase's new feature allowed users to unstake their crypto assets immediately for a 1% fee, bypassing traditional wait times. The move was also supported by a rebound in the wider crypto market, as Bitcoin's price recovered sharply from an overnight low. This recovery helped lift other crypto-linked stocks, signaling renewed market optimism in digital assets.

Shares of RFID manufacturer Impinj (NASDAQ:PI) jumped 4.7% in the afternoon session after investors appeared to focus on the company's strong historical growth metrics, which pointed to a promising outlook. A report highlighted the radio-frequency identification (RFID) maker's performance over the previous five years, noting that annual revenue grew by 20.2%. This suggested that the company increased its market share during that time. Furthermore, its annual earnings per share growth of 49.4% outpaced its revenue gains, signaling strong profitability. The company's free cash flow margin also expanded by 15.8 percentage points over the same period, giving it more cash to use for its operations. The positive reaction from the market came even as news surfaced that Sylebra Capital sold shares worth nearly $9.8 million in late November.

Shares of airline company United Airlines Holdings (NASDAQ:UAL) jumped 4% in the afternoon session after an investment firm reiterated its 'Buy' rating on the stock and the airline announced a new partnership to modernize its sales technology. TD Cowen restated its positive view, designating United its "Best Idea for 2026" and setting a $125 price target. The firm's confidence stemmed from expected improvements in Boeing's production rates, which should aid United's fleet renewal. This update was anticipated to boost revenue with more premium seating and lower non-fuel costs.

Shares of semiconductor machinery manufacturer Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT) jumped 4.4% in the afternoon session after several investment firms expressed a positive outlook for the company, with KeyBanc and Morgan Stanley raising their price targets and UBS upgrading the stock's rating. KeyBanc increased its price target to $285 from $240, keeping an Overweight rating. The firm noted long-term demand drivers from artificial intelligence applications. In a similar move, UBS upgraded Applied Materials from Neutral to Buy and also set a $285 price target, citing a good outlook for wafer fab equipment, which is used to produce memory chips. Adding to the positive sentiment, Morgan Stanley adjusted its price target upward to $273 from $252, while also maintaining an Overweight rating on the shares.

Shares of financial services company Robinhood (NASDAQ:HOOD) jumped 3.9% in the afternoon session after the stock rebounded from losses in the prior trading session that were linked to a decline in Bitcoin prices. The online trading platform had slipped the previous day as Bitcoin experienced a sharp single-day decline. This was notable because options and crypto made up 78% of the transaction-based revenue in Robinhood's latest quarter. Adding to investor optimism, news emerged that Cathie Wood's ARK Invest had purchased more shares during the dip. The recovery also occurred against a backdrop of strong company performance, as Robinhood had recently crushed its third-quarter earnings estimates and reported an 82% jump in average revenue per user.

Financial markets have always been deeply intertwined with global events. As Aleksandr Kopylkov, accomplished investor and strategist with over two decades of experience in building innovative and effective business models, points out, understanding global macroeconomic shifts is not just about predicting trends but about adjusting investment strategies to remain resilient. In 2025, investors face a complex landscape where geopolitical tensions, inflation, and economic crises create both risks and opportunities. Aleksandr Kopylkov emphasizes that successful investing requires not only understanding macroeconomic trends but also the ability to adapt strategies to evolving global conditions. A recent example is the impact of the 2022 energy crisis, where surging oil and gas prices forced investors to shift their focus towards energy stocks and inflation-protected assets. Those who anticipated this shift early were able to capitalize on the market changes, demonstrating the importance of flexibility in investment decisions.

Washington D.C. – December 2, 2025 – In a pivotal moment for the nation's financial landscape, top bank regulators from the Federal Reserve, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) appeared before Congress today, staunchly defending and outlining further plans for the

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Gold prices are currently experiencing a significant and sustained rally, captivating financial markets as the precious metal surges towards new historical highs. This powerful upward momentum is primarily fueled by growing expectations of a more dovish stance from the Federal Reserve regarding interest rates, coupled with persistent inflation concerns and

New York, NY – December 2, 2025 – The financial markets are abuzz with a palpable sense of optimism, as equities continue their upward trajectory, fueled by strong expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut as early as its upcoming December meeting. This burgeoning confidence has ignited a "risk-on" environment, propelling

As the financial world braces for a pivotal moment, President Donald Trump, recently re-elected and now in office for his second term, is on the cusp of announcing his nominee for the next Federal Reserve Chair. This highly anticipated decision, expected in early 2026, is sending ripples of speculation through

As the calendar turns towards December 9-10, 2025, all eyes in the financial world are fixed on the Federal Reserve's final Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting of the year. While today, December 2nd, marks the beginning of the crucial week leading up to the decision, market participants are already

Toronto, Canada – December 2, 2025 – In a significant move reverberating across the precious metals sector, TD Securities has upgraded New Gold Inc. (TSE:NGD) to a 'Buy' rating from 'Hold,' dramatically increasing its price objective from C$7.50 to C$12.00. This decisive analyst action comes on

As global financial markets continue to grapple with an unprecedented confluence of persistent inflation, escalating geopolitical tensions, and the intricate dance of central bank interest rate policies, investors find themselves at a critical juncture. The allure of "market timing"—the tantalizing prospect of perfectly predicting market peaks and troughs—often

Silver, the often-overlooked precious metal, has captivated financial markets with a breathtaking ascent to unprecedented highs throughout 2025, doubling its value since the start of the year. However, the white metal's relentless charge has recently hit a speed bump, as investors, eager to lock in substantial gains, initiated a wave

The precious metals market is currently witnessing a fascinating and potentially paradigm-shifting phenomenon: silver (XAG) appears to be increasingly decoupling from its traditional big brother, gold (XAU). For decades, the price movements of silver have largely mirrored those of gold, albeit with higher volatility. However, recent trends, particularly throughout 2025,

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Gold has long served as one of the world’s most recognized stores of value, and recent years have only reinforced its role in global financial markets. In response to rising questions from investors about what drives gold prices and how they can interpret market behavior, US Gold and Coin has released a comprehensive new report analyzing the major economic, geopolitical, and industry-specific factors shaping today’s gold market. The report aims to help investors better understand the dynamics behind gold pricing and make informed decisions in periods of uncertainty.