Market Overview Global markets ended mixed on July 16, 2025, with US equities posting modest gains after President Trump denied plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. This reassurance helped stabilize investor sentiment, though European and Asian markets remained subdued amid lingering uncertainty over central bank policy and economic stimulus prospects. US Market: Relief Rally on Fed Stability US stocks closed higher as markets welcomed President Trump's denial of any intent to remove Fed Chair Powell. The Dow Jones Industrial Average $DJIA(.DJI)$ rose 231.49 points (+0.5%) to 44,254.78, while the S&P 500 $S&P 500(.SPX)$
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🔥 Retail Investors Are Loading Up 💸, Institutions Are Exiting 📤—Is This the Last Great REIT Rally or a Trap in Disguise? Over SGD 400 million of retail buying has poured into Singapore REITs just this month… while institutional investors quietly offloaded nearly SGD 500 million. That’s not just a flow mismatch — that’s a full-on sentiment split. And it’s happening right as multiple S-REITs are punching through 52-week highs. So here’s the million-dollar question: are we witnessing the return of the dividend king — or walking into a well-camouflaged value trap? 🏢 S-REITs Soaring – But Why? It’s impossible to miss the REIT rebound if you’ve opened your SGX watchlist lately. From commercial to logistics to hospitality REITs, names across the board are breaking out. Retail investors are chasin
The Robotics Revolution: Betting on Bots with Serve’s Risky Delivery
The next mile is autonomous If there's one thing investors love more than AI, it's AI on wheels. Enter Serve Robotics, a pint-sized disruptor that's driving into the chaos of urban logistics with its autonomous delivery robots. While $Serve Robotics Inc.(SERV)$ isn’t exactly a household name—unless you live in a tech-forward neighbourhood lucky enough to see one of their charming bots trundling along the pavement—it’s quickly gaining attention from markets, institutions, and yes, even $NVIDIA(NVDA)$. But with a 354% stock rally over the past year and a rollercoaster 52-week range from $2.28 to $24.35, the real question is: can Serve Robotics deliver more than just tacos? Serve’s bots aren’t cute. They’re
🚀 Big green open for Wall Street 🌿 — will the rally hold into the close? S&P futures ticked higher this morning as investors cheered a fresh wave of earnings beats and soft inflation chatter. With AI names bouncing, REITs recovering, and crypto turning heads again, it’s shaping up to be another action-packed session. Here’s what I’m eyeing 👇 📊 What’s Moving the Market? Cooling inflation remains the main tailwind. June’s CPI print came in at a 5-year low, giving bulls a reason to double down on rate-cut trades. Investors are also parsing through the latest bank earnings — JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley both impressed, but guidance remains cautious. In Asia, China’s GDP miss initially spooked markets, but chatter around new stimulus measures helped regional indexes recover. Meanwhile, oil p
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Tesla Earnings Preview: Should You Buy Before the Numbers — Or At All?
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ Tesla Inc. is set to release its second-quarter earnings after the market closes on July 23, 2025, and investors are grappling with a familiar question: Is now the right time to buy Tesla stock — before earnings, after earnings, or perhaps not at all? This quarter’s results come at a critical juncture for the electric vehicle (EV) pioneer, which is navigating slowing demand, competitive headwinds, and strategic pivots toward autonomy, energy storage, and artificial intelligence. Over the past year, Tesla’s narrative has shifted from relentless growth to painful contraction, forcing investors to reassess what they’re really buying: a car company, a technology leader, or a dream of a self-driving future. In this article, we’ll e
I've been keeping an eye on the recent buzz around CoreWeave $CoreWeave, Inc.(CRWV)$ and Navitas $Navitas Semiconductor Corp(NVTS)$ , especially with their stock jumping 6%. The question about whether I'm in on the Nvidia trade is an interesting one. I have to admit, I don't currently hold shares in either CoreWeave or Navitas, but they are definitely on my watchlist. The excitement around their performance and the Nvidia connection has caught my attention, and I'm considering my options. I chose NBIS $NEBIUS(NBIS)$ as part of my investment strategy because it aligns well with my interest in the Nvidia ecosystem, which continues to dominat
Unity’s Next Act: Three Reasons the Stock Could Bounce Back Strong
$Unity Software Inc.(U)$ After a bruising year of underperformance, Unity Software (NYSE: U) is showing early signs of stabilization — and perhaps even a turnaround. Once hailed as the dominant platform for real-time 3D content creation and a linchpin of the gaming and metaverse ecosystems, Unity’s stock has been battered by slowing revenue growth, uneven execution, and broader tech sector weakness. Shares remain down more than 65% from their all-time high in 2021 and about 40% off their 2024 peak. Yet recent developments suggest that Unity may finally be turning the corner. With a new CEO at the helm, an improving cost structure, and emerging growth opportunities beyond gaming, Unity is positioning itself for what could be a much-needed second act.
$Circle Internet Corp.(CRCL)$ Yes, the potential passage of the GENIUS Act, CLARITY Act, and Anti-CBDC Act could remove several key regulatory overhangs that have long burdened the U.S. cryptocurrency sector. Below is a structured overview of how these bills—if enacted—may impact the market: --- ✅ 1. GENIUS Act (Generating Essential National Infrastructure for U.S. Crypto) Purpose: Promote domestic blockchain innovation. Offer clear jurisdictional boundaries between the SEC and CFTC. Create regulatory sandboxes for startups. Impact if Passed: Reduced enforcement uncertainty for developers and exchanges. Encourages VC and institutional capital into U.S.-based crypto projects. Could fuel a wave of token listings and onshore development. --- ✅ 2. CL
The launch of the Tesla Model Y L—a six-seater, large-format luxury electric SUV tailored for the Chinese market—is a strategically significant move that may provide a temporary uplift to Tesla’s sales in China, though its broader impact on stock price recovery to the $350 level will depend on several interrelated factors. --- 🔍 Can the Model Y L Boost Tesla’s Sales in China? ✅ Positive Indicators: 1. Tailored to Local Demand: The Model Y L addresses the Chinese consumer preference for family-oriented, larger vehicles with spacious interiors. This is particularly relevant in the mid-to-upper-tier urban SUV segment. 2. Market Familiarity and Brand Recognition: Tesla remains a top EV brand in China, with the standard Model Y ranking among the best-selling models. The new variant builds on th
Hong Kong's Secret Weapons: An Auto Contrarian and a Luxury Phoenix
Forget the index juggernauts for a moment. In the ever-volatile world of Hong Kong equities, it’s often the lesser-known names that offer the most intriguing value—and I’ve found two. Tucked away from the market spotlight are Xin Point Holdings and Billion Industrial Holdings, two small-caps from vastly different sectors that are delivering results worth watching. Both have solid fundamentals, sector-specific catalysts, and just enough market neglect to make them compelling. If you’re after diversification with serious upside potential, it might be time to start digging where others aren’t looking. Where the market doesn’t look, value quietly compels Xin Point: A Spark in the Auto Parts Slow Lane At first glance, betting on a company tied to auto components might seem like parking your mon
Lululemon’s 37% Slide: Why This Premium Brand May Be Poised for a Comeback
$Lululemon Athletica(LULU)$ By any measure, 2025 has been a punishing year for Lululemon shareholders. With the stock down more than 37% year-to-date, the once high-flying premium athletic apparel brand has seen its market capitalization shaved by billions. The selloff has left many investors understandably questioning whether the company has lost its competitive edge — or whether this steep decline represents a rare buying opportunity. In this analysis, we examine what Lululemon’s management had to say during its most recent earnings call, including insights on revenue growth, profit margins, tariff headwinds, and its evolving international footprint. We also assess the brand’s competitive positioning versus rivals like Nike, and evaluate whether
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$S&P 500(.SPX)$$Invesco QQQ(QQQ)$ Markets have been thrown into a whirlwind of volatility following former President Donald Trump’s pointed remarks suggesting he might “fire” Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if reelected—a comment that immediately sent shockwaves through the bond and equity markets. What followed was a textbook V-shaped reversal: stocks initially sold off sharply, the dollar weakened, and bond yields spiked on fears of an undermined central bank. Then, just as swiftly, markets rebounded, leaving investors wondering: is this political theater as usual, or does this represent a genuine trading opportunity? Against the backdrop of high stakes monetary policy, sticky inflation, and an
I. Performance and Valuation of Global Equity Indices Data Sources: Bloomberg, Tiger Asset Management Key Highlights ◼ Last week, global capital market volatility began to intensify. The three major U.S. stock indices, including the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Russell 2000, all saw slight declines. In contrast, Chinese A-shares performed relatively steadily, driven by “anti-involution” measures and potential policy stimulus. Multiple sectors, including photovoltaic and brokerage firms, took turns leading, and both the Shanghai Composite Index and the CSI 300 Index gained over 1% in a single week. ◼ Last week, Trump's tariff suspension policy was officially extended. As we had previously predicted, it’s a “carrot and stick” approach: the suspension is delayed until August 1st, while additi
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$$VOLVO CAR AB(VLVOF)$$FORD MOTOR CO 6.500% NOTES DUE 15/08/2062 USD25(F-D)$ 🚘📈⚡️Tesla Ignites Again: Insurance Disruption, Global Megapack Expansion, and a Technical Breakout Coiled for Ascent⚡️📈🚘 The auto insurance industry’s worst nightmare is coiling at the apex of an ascending triangle, and it has a ticker: $TSLA. Over the past decade, US auto insurance rates have ballooned 94%, nearly tripling the rise in overall consumer prices. But what happens to that lucrative model when Tesla achieves widespread adoption of Full Self-Driving (FSD)? Warren Buffett summed it up succinctly: “If accidents get reduced 50%, it’s going to be bad for insur
Crypto Mania Unleashed: Will Ethereum or Solana Steal Bitcoin’s Thunder?
Bitcoin’s blistering climb to a record $123,000 has set the crypto market ablaze, with SharpLink Gaming ( $SharpLink Gaming(SBET)$ ) soaring 21% to $24.57 on July 15, 2025, as it claims the title of the world’s largest corporate Ethereum holder with a $425 million treasury. As “Crypto Week” (July 14-18, 2025) unfolds, with three pivotal bills—GENIUS Act, CLARITY Act, and CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act—poised to reshape U.S. crypto regulation, investors are buzzing: Is Bitcoin’s $123,000 peak a ceiling, or can Ethereum (ETH) or Solana (SOL) skyrocket next? Can SBET’s 274% year-to-date (YTD) rally keep running? This report dives into the crypto surge, evaluates ETH and SOL’s potential, and outlines strategic investment approaches to ride this wave
$MARA Holdings(MARA)$$Riot Platforms(RIOT)$$CME Bitcoin - main 2507(BTCmain)$ 🚨🇺🇸👁️🗨️ HOUSE BREAKS RECORD AS CRYPTO BILLS SURGE TOWARD FLOOR SHOWDOWN 👁️🗨️🇺🇸🚨 Ten hours. One rule. Three bills. One Trump-sized shove. After the longest recorded House vote in U.S. history, lawmakers narrowly passed H. Res. 580 by 217:212, unlocking floor debate for the GENIUS Act, Clarity for Payment Stablecoins Act, and Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act. The last-minute pivot came only after Trump personally intervened to corral GOP holdouts, securing the votes to bring digital assets into the legislative spotlight. 🗳️ Regulatory Clarity is Finally on the Table • The GENIUS
$iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF(TLT)$$SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$$Invesco DB US Dollar Index Bullish Fund(UUP)$ 🐱📉🔥 Schrödinger’s Central Banker: The Cat, the Chair, and the Chaos 🔥📉🐱 The Fed chair is alive. And dead. And the market just priced both realities, simultaneously. 📍 Powell in a Box, Markets in Freefall It’s not every day we get a real-time experiment in quantum finance. But Wednesday gave us one: markets responded violently to whispers that Trump might fire Jerome Powell. First came the leak, a drafted letter was reportedly shown to members of Congress. Then the denial, a walk-back in the Oval Office, complete with Trump calling Powell a “knuc
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$Alibaba(BABA)$ Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has long been the poster child of China’s e-commerce revolution, delivering years of exceptional growth that made it one of the most valuable technology companies in the world. But in recent years, the giant has faltered — weighed down by regulatory headwinds, intensifying competition, and a cooling Chinese economy. Now, after years of underwhelming stock performance and sluggish delivery growth, Alibaba has rallied recently on a fresh narrative: artificial intelligence (AI). The stock surged 8% last week as investors speculated that AI innovations could rejuvenate the company’s sprawling ecosystem. But can AI truly reverse Alibaba’s slide and restore its former glory? This article explores the company’s
Trump’s Powell Drama: V-Reversal Goldmine or Risky Rollercoaster?
$S&P 500(.SPX)$ President Donald Trump’s latest market-shaking stunt on July 15, 2025, sent stocks tumbling when he claimed he had drafted a letter to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, only to backtrack 20 minutes later, stating there were “no plans” to replace him. The result? A classic V-shaped market reversal, with the S&P 500 dropping 1.5% before recovering to close up 0.07% at 6,263.26. This “Trump Always Chickens Out” (TACO) pattern has become a hallmark of his presidency, creating dip-buying opportunities for savvy traders. But how long will Trump’s provocations keep stirring volatility, and is the TACO Trade a reliable strategy? This report dives into the market’s reaction, the viability of buying these dips, and strategic