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Big-Tech’s PerformanceTrading was relatively light this week with the Thanksgiving holiday, but the main market themes remained the same.The previously over-traded "strong dollar" also pulled back, as did US bond yields.The year-end market may be building momentum as well, with headline tech companies moving at different paces on the one hand, while risk sentiment remains high for small-cap stocks and Bitcoin on the other.Through the close of trading on Nov. 28, big tech companies were mixed over the past week. $Apple(AAPL)$ +2.59%, $NVIDIA Corp(NVDA)$ -7.23%, $Microsoft(MSFT)$ +1.81%, $Amazon.com(AMZN)$ +1.41%,

Hello, tigers!This week, due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the U.S. stock market had only 3.5 trading days, resulting in relatively quiet activity. Notably, Nvidia’s stock has continued to pull back to around $136 since its earnings release, as its guidance fell short of the market's highest expectations.However, software stocks tied to AI applications have shown signs of improvement, with short-term gains outpacing the broader market. The Tiger Wealth Research Team believes that mid-to-downstream AI applications may be the next major catalyst!1. Recent Market DataA. Macroeconomic DataNovember U.S. PMI Composite Index: 55.3 (exceeding the expected 54.7), the highest since April 2022.Manufacturing PMI: 48.8, marking the fifth consecutive month of contraction.Services PMI: 57.0, the highest s

Investors often turn to the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) during turbulent markets to gauge market sentiment. Some even refer to the VIX as the "fear index," as it tends to spike significantly during sharp market declines. Additionally, investors can trade futures and options on the VIX. However, despite its popularity, few truly understand how this measure of options volatility works, what it signifies, how it is calculated, and how to estimate its most accurate value.The "Rule of 16" for VolatilityCboe introduced the VIX in 1993 as a weighted measure of the implied volatility (IV) of S&P 100 Index (OEX) options. In 2003, the calculation shifted to the more actively traded S&P 500 Index (SPX) options, replacing the OEX options. Since its inception, the VIX has become a premier indic

$Kohl's(KSS)$ is a leading U.S.-based department store chain offering a wide range of products, including apparel, footwear, accessories, home goods, and beauty products. Founded in 1962 and headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, Kohl's operates through a network of stores and a growing online platform. Key Business Segments Retail Stores: As of 2024, Kohl's operates around 1,100 stores across 49 states, focusing on suburban areas with large store formats.It is one of the largest department store chains in the U.S., emphasizing value and convenience. E-Commerce: Kohl's digital sales continue to grow, leveraging an omnichannel strategy that integrates online shopping with in-store services, such as curbside pickup and returns. Key Partnerships