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  • Palantir Technologies (PLTR) Stock Rallies On New AI Deal With bp

    Palantir Technologies (PLTR) Stock Rallies On New AI Deal With bp

    Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE: PLTR) share are increasing significantly on the US stock charts today, rising 12.94% to $34.26 after the company announced a long-term enterprise partnership with bp (NYSE: BP). Through its state-of-the-art AIP software, this cooperation introduces sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, continuing PLTR’s strategic relationship.

    Developing a long-term Partnership

    The agreement announced today, strengthens a collaboration that has existed for more than a decade and during which Palantir’s software has been essential to bp’s activities related to the production of oil and gas.

    Since 2014, Palantir supported bp’s operations with its cutting-edge technology across a variety of geographic areas, including offshore platforms in the North Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Khazzan gas fields in Oman. bp entered this partnership to achieve its digital transformation goals, aiming maximizing efficiency within its manufacturing processes.

    Integration of Advanced AI Capabilities

    A model-based digital twin of bp’s oil and gas production activities is being developed, and it is the focal point of this new phase of partnership. This sophisticated system integrates dynamic physical asset models with real-time data from over two million sensors, creating a unified operational view through Palantir’s software.

    The introduction of Palantir’s AIP software will further enhance bp’s ability to harness large language models (LLMs), facilitating improved and expedited human decision-making processes. By providing AI-driven recommendations based on comprehensive data analysis, the software aims to accelerate and optimize operational outcomes.

    Ensuring Safe and Reliable AI Deployment

    A key feature of Palantir’s AIP software is its robust data infrastructure, designed to ensure transparency in AI-driven recommendations while guarding against potential inaccuracies, commonly referred to as “hallucinations.”

    The software includes security measures that control the actions of LLMs, coupled with fully auditable digital records of all decisions and actions taken. This strategic relationship not only enhances the efficiency of bp’s operations but also reinforces their commitment to safe and reliable AI deployment.

    Through this continued partnership, Palantir’s advanced technology will remain integral to bp’s ongoing digital transformation, ensuring that the oil and gas giant can safely monitor, optimize, and enhance its production processes.

  • Early Morning Vibes: 4 Hot Stocks You Might Consider For Thursday

    Early Morning Vibes: 4 Hot Stocks You Might Consider For Thursday

    The American stock markets plummeted again yesterday. The S&P 500 fell 1.31% and the Nasdaq even lost 2.70% and closed at 12,997 points.  On balance, it is not too bad, because the Nasdaq is still stabilizing just above the support zone at 12,985 points. However, it is increasingly likely that this support will break. A small head & shoulder pattern appears to have formed on the graph. If the neckline / support line is broken, we get a technical price target of approximately 12,000 points. So there seems to be even more decline in the pipeline.

    Just like the past few weeks, tech was again the most bitten dog. The turmoil in the bond markets continues to affect the equity market. The fee on 10-year US Treasury notes increased 6 basis points to 1.46%. Because technology stocks are relatively expensive, they are particularly affected. A higher interest rate usually results in lower profit expectations. Individual losses rose sharply. Amazon lost more than 3%, Netflix fell by more than 5% and Baidu even saw 9.23% of stock market value evaporate. Remarkably, there was still room for speculation; GameStop was raised 5% and Uber was also up 2.67%.

    Investors were also not satisfied with the job report that pay slip processor ADP published. The figures showed that only 117,000 new jobs were created in the month of February. Analysts had anticipated an increase of 175,000 jobs. This may indicate that the recovery of the US labor market is slower than expected. On Friday, the US government will release the official figures.

    Today Top Movers

    Allied Esports Entertainment Inc. (AESE) stock soared 44.0% to $3.6 in the pre-market trading.

    Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) shares are trading up 25.87% at $1.8 at the time of writing. The company will present clinical data for lead candidate TLANDO™ at the ENDO 2021 Conference.

    Super League Gaming Inc. (SLGG) grew over 26.49% at $6.59 in pre-market trading today.

    Severn Bancorp Inc. (SVBI), a savings and loan holding company, rose about 21.84% at $10.21 in pre-market trading Thursday.

    Top Upgrades & Downgrades

    Jefferies turned bullish on Cummins Inc. (CMI), upgrading the stock to “Buy” and assigning a $325.0 price target, representing a potential upside of 24.07% from Wednesday’s close. 

    SITE Centers Corp. (SITC) has won the favor of KeyBanc’s equity research team. The firm upgraded the shares from Sector Weight to Overweight and moved their price target to $15.0, suggesting 16.32% additional upside for the stock. 

    Kite Realty Group Trust (KRG) received an upgrade from analysts at KeyBanc, who also set their one-year price target on the stock to $22.0. They changed their rating on KRG to Overweight from Sector Weight in a recently issued research note.

    Earlier Thursday HC Wainwright & Co. reduced its rating on KemPharm Inc. (KMPH) stock to Neutral from Buy and assigned the price target to $12.0.

    Barclays analysts reduced their investment ratings, saying in research reports covered by the media that it’s rating for Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. (BBVA) has been changed to Equal-Weight from Overweight. 

    Analysts at KeyBanc downgraded Retail Properties of America Inc. (RPAI)’s stock to Sector Weight from Overweight Thursday.

    Latest Insider Activity

    Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) Director Moore Alexander D. announced the sale of shares taking place on Mar 01 at $24.97 for some 12,000 shares. The total came to more than $0.3 million. 

    Tesla Inc. (TSLA) SVP Powertrain and Energy Eng. Baglino Andrew D sold on Mar 01 a total of 18,726 shares at $690.11 on average. The insider’s sale generated proceeds of almost $1.04 million. 

    Lowe’s Companies Inc. (LOW) Director BATCHELDER DAVID H declared the purchase of shares taking place on Feb 26 at $159.48 for some 6,250 shares. The transaction amount was around $1.0 million. 

    Hanesbrands Inc. (HBI) Group Pres., Global Innerwear Cavaliere Joseph W bought on Mar 01 a total of 64,209 shares at $17.98 on average. The purchase cost the insider an estimated $299,367.

    Important Earnings

    Top US earnings releases scheduled for today include SmileDirectClub Inc. (NASDAQ: SDC). It will announce its Dec 2020 financial results. The company is expected to report earnings of -$0.1 per share from revenues of $181.1M in the three-month period. 

    Analysts expect Opendoor Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: OPEN) to report a net income (adjusted) of -$0.1 per share when the company releases its quarterly results shortly. Revenue for the fiscal quarter ended Dec 2020 is predicted to come in at $243.94M. 

    The Gap, Inc. (GPS), due to announce earnings after the market closes today, is expected to report earnings of $0.18 per share from revenues of $4.66B recently concluded three-month period.

  • Early Morning Vibes: 4 Stocks We Like for Monday…

    Early Morning Vibes: 4 Stocks We Like for Monday…

    The American stock markets could not be fired ahead last week. The results were limited and as you can see on the graph below, the S&P 500 continued to stabilize at around 3900 points. On Friday, the broad-based index closed 0.19% lower at 3,906 points and the Nasdaq was up 0.07% the day at 13,874 points.

    Investors are clearly waiting for new impulses but are also awaiting developments in the bond markets. Inflation expectations are increasing rapidly, and interest rates are also rising. The market now seems somewhat concerned that central banks will have to reduce the support measures or even raise interest rates sooner than expected. Finance minister Janet Yellen, however, said on Friday that governments must come up with a large package of support to revive economic growth.

    Currently, futures in New York are up to 1 percent lower. The European stock markets are also following the red figures. The decline again appears to be a direct result of rising interest rates. Furthermore, China yesterday asked the US to lift tariffs and other trade sanctions. China’s Foreign Minister continues to push for better US-China partnerships on technological progress. It remains to be seen how Joe Biden will react to the proposal, after his predecessor Trump just imposed strict measures.

    Meanwhile, Gold prices have been under pressure for several weeks, but on Friday even the support seemed to break at $ 1,764 (bottom November 30). However, the fear of rising interest rates is positive for gold and the price recovered. But watch out; higher interest rates are not good for gold, but the turmoil in the markets is. This morning, the gold price is at least 0.51% higher at $ 1792, but the danger is not over yet. The gold price is in a downward trend channel. A break above the last market stop at around $ 1,860 is necessary for technical improvement.

    Today Top Movers‎‎

    ‎Xcel Brands Inc. (XELB), an apparel manufacturing company, rose about 44.91% at ‎‎$2.92 in pre-market trading Monday.‎‎‎ ‎

    ‎China SXT Pharmaceuticals Inc. (SXTC) stock soared 280.89% to $2.99 in the pre-market trading. The company recently declared that a 1 for 4 reverse split of its ordinary shares was approved by the Company’s board of directors on January 23, 2021 and is expected to become effective on February 19, 2021.‎‎ ‎

    ‎ReTo Eco-Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: RETO) shares are trading up 116.1% at $2.55 at the time of writing. ‎‎ ‎

    ‎RealNetworks Inc. (RNWK) grew over 12.68% at $4.0 in pre-market trading today.‎

    Top Upgrades & Downgrades

    KeyBanc turned bullish on AvalonBay Communities Inc. (AVB), upgrading the stock to “Overweight” and assigning a $200.0 price target, representing a potential downside of 12.25% from Friday’s close. 

    Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) has won the favor of JPMorgan’s equity research team. The firm upgraded the shares from Neutral to Overweight and moved their price target to $67. 

    JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU) received an upgrade from analysts at Deutsche Bank, who also set their one-year price target on the stock to $21. They changed their rating on JBLU to Buy from Hold in a recently issued research note.

    Earlier Monday KeyBanc reduced its rating on Camden Property Trust (CPT) stock to Sector Weight from Overweight. 

    Kansas City Capital analysts reduced their investment ratings, saying in research reports covered by the media that it’s rating for Valmont Industries Inc. (VMI) has been changed to Perform from Outperform. 

    Analysts at RBC Capital downgraded AngloGold Ashanti Limited (AU)’s stock to Sector Perform from Outperform Monday.

    Latest Insider Activity

    Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) Director THIEL PETER announced the sale of shares taking place on Feb 18 at $25.23 for some 20,003,915 shares. The total came to more than $504.78 million. 

    Tesla Inc. (TSLA) Chief Financial Officer Kirkhorn Zachary sold on Feb 17 a total of 55,007 shares at $778.17 on average. The insider’s sale generated proceeds of almost $0.97 million. 

    Onconova Therapeutics Inc. (ONTX) SVP Corp Dev & Gen Counsel OLER ABRAHAM N. declared the purchase of shares taking place on Feb 16 at $1.00 for some 12,000 shares. The transaction amount was around $12000.0. 

    JMP Group LLC (JMP) Possible Member of 10% Group WEDBUSH SECURITIES INC bought on Feb 11 a total of 2,019,000 shares at $4.74 on average. The purchase cost the insider an estimated $920.

    Important Earnings

    Top US earnings releases scheduled for today include Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE: MRO). It will announce its Dec 2020 financial results. The company is expected to report earnings of -$0.2 per share from revenues of $838.05M in the three-month period. 

    Analysts expect Occidental Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: OXY) to report a net income (adjusted) of -$0.59 per share when the company releases its quarterly results shortly. Revenue for the fiscal quarter ended Dec 2020 is predicted to come in at $4.37B. 

    Invesco Mortgage Capital Inc. (IVR), due to announce earnings after the market closes today, is expected to report earnings of $0.06 per share from revenues of $29.16M recently concluded three-month period.

  • Early Morning Vibes: Check Out These 4 hot Crypto Stocks Right Now

    Early Morning Vibes: Check Out These 4 hot Crypto Stocks Right Now

    On February 16, American stock exchanges finished trading in different directions. The S&P 500 index dropped by a symbolic 0.06%, to 3933 points, the NASDAQ lost 0.34%, and the Dow Jones added 0.20%. The news background remained calm, investors were waiting for President Biden’s speech on fiscal stimulus. The finance sector continued to rally and gained 1.77% on the back of higher Treasury yields. The energy sector rose 2.26% on the back of rising oil prices.

    Company news

    BorgWarner (BWA: + 4.3%) acquires 59% of German company Akasol to expand its vehicle electrification capabilities.

    Palantir Technologies (PLTR: -12.8%) unexpectedly posted negative EPS, although revenue exceeded consensus expectations.

    Chemicals manufacturer Ecolab (ECL: -4.1%) was below forecast. Management noted the negative effect of the COVID-19 factor.

    Today, global stock markets are showing mixed dynamics. Joe Biden made a speech on the fiscal stimulus package in Wisconsin the day before. The US President expressed his hope for a return to normal life by next Christmas and noted that by the end of July, the vaccines produced will be enough to vaccinate all Americans. The speech of the head of state did not contain new information on incentives, but he stressed the need to adopt a large anti-crisis program.

    Weather disasters in the form of extremely low temperatures, strong winds and snowfalls that have covered the southern and central states negatively affect production processes. For example, many automakers were forced to suspend the work of assembly lines. Such natural phenomena are of a short-term nature; therefore, they usually do not have a noticeable effect on the stock market. However, in the current environment, when the S&P 500 index is at a historic high, many positive factors have been taken into account in quotes, and a sharp rise in Treasury yields reduces the attractiveness of shares, any negative event can cause a desire to fix some positions. In this regard, a short-term correction looks more and more likely.

    The Freedom Finance Sentiment Index climbed to 78 out of 100. The index reflects market participants’ hope for a global economic recovery in 2021. Worries about the negative impact of the coronavirus pandemic are eased by the prospect of mass vaccinations.

    Technical picture

    Technically, the S&P 500 is still in an uptrend. Resistance near its upper boundary is still a significant obstacle. A breakthrough of resistance at 3950 points will mean an acceleration of the upward movement. On the eve of buyers tested this resistance, but could not overcome it. The RSI indicator is already close to the overbought level, so the upside potential in the short term is limited.

    Top Crypto Stocks‎

    Marathon Patent Group Inc (MARA) share price jumped 10.65% to $48.20 during early morning ‎trading session on ‎Wednesday.‎‎ The company is based in Nevada and is focused on Bitcoin mining.

    Airnet Technology Inc (ANTE) stock ascended 60% at $7.92 in the pre-‎market trading today.‎‎ ANTE announced giving Unistar Group Holdings Ltd a 19% stake in exchange for the delivery of 500 computer servers designed especially to mine cryptocurrencies.

    Riot Blockchain Inc (RIOT) gained over 15.29% at $68.60 in pre-market ‎trading on Wednesday.‎‎ Riot is based in Colorado and is primarily focused on Bitcoin mining.

    Sos Ltd (SOS) grew over 27.23% at $15.09 in pre-market trading ‎today.‎‎ SOS is an emerging blockchain-based and big data-driven marketing and solution provider. 

    Top Upgrades & Downgrades

    Goldman Sachs turned bullish on Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR), upgrading the stock to “Buy” and assigning a $34.0 price target, representing a potential upside of 22.17% from Tuesday’s close. 

    Rexnord Corporation (RXN) has won the favor of KeyBanc’s equity research team. The firm upgraded the shares from Sector Weight to Overweight and moved their price target to $60.0, suggesting 33.01% additional upside for the stock. 

    Regal Beloit Corporation (RBC) received an upgrade from analysts at KeyBanc, who also set their one-year price target on the stock to $155.0. They changed their rating on RBC to Overweight from Sector Weight in a recently issued research note. 

    Earlier Wednesday JPMorgan reduced its rating on bluebird bio Inc. (BLUE) stock to Neutral from Overweight and assigned the price target to $39. 

    Morgan Stanley analysts reduced their investment ratings, saying in research reports covered by the media that its rating for Fortive Corporation (FTV) has been changed to Equal Weight from Overweight and the new price target is set at $75.

    Analysts at RBC Capital downgraded USA Compression Partners LP (USAC)’s stock to Sector Perform from Outperform Wednesday.

    Latest Insider Activity

    Micron Technology Inc. (MU) SVP, General Counsel&Secretary Poppen Joel L announced the sale of shares taking place on Feb 11 at $85.80 for some 4,984 shares. The total came to more than $0.43 million. 

    Square Inc. (SQ) Chief Financial Officer Ahuja Amrita sold on Feb 11 a total of 147,310 shares at $264.55 on average. The insider’s sale generated proceeds of almost $3.72 million. 

    Coty Inc. (COTY) Director Singer Robert S declared the purchase of shares taking place on Feb 11 at $6.63 for some 75,000 shares. The transaction amount was around $0.5 million.

    Important Earnings

    Top US earnings releases scheduled for today include Tilray Inc. (NASDAQ:TLRY). It will announce its Dec 2020 financial results. The company is expected to report earnings of -$0.15 per share from revenues of $55.76M in the three-month period. 

    Analysts expect iQIYI Inc. (NASDAQ:IQ) to report a net income (adjusted) of -$0.38 per share, when the company releases its quarterly results shortly. Revenue for the fiscal quarter ended Dec 2020 is predicted to come in at $1.16B. 

    Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO), due to announce earnings after the market closes today, is expected to report earnings of -$0.2 per share from revenues of $838.05M recently concluded three-month period.

  • Early Morning Vibes: 4 Top Trending Stocks To Watch Right Now

    On February 4, American stock indices closed in the green. The S&P 500 Index climbed 1.09% to 3872 points, reaching a new all-time high. Dow Jones rose 1.08%, NASDAQ – 1.23%. The news background remained mostly calm. High investor risk appetite may be associated with positive macroeconomic statistics. The finance sector was the top gainer, rallying 2.27% on the back of a rally in payments stocks following a PayPal report. The tech sector added 1.55% on positive performance in Apple shares.

    Company news

    PayPal (PYPL: + 7.4%) successfully reported for the fourth quarter amid a boom in online trading and an increase in cryptocurrency transactions.

    Qualcomm’s revenue (QCOM: -8.8%) was in line with expectations, which did not allow the company to distinguish itself from the unexpectedly strong results of competitors.

    EBay (EBAY: + 5.3%) results beat consensus due to explosive growth in eCommerce during the reporting period.

    Today, global stock exchanges are showing positive dynamics. The optimism remains mainly related to the prospects for the adoption of the fiscal stimulus package. President Biden said yesterday that he was not ready to reduce the volume of direct payments to the population and insisted that they remain at $ 1400. Nevertheless, the head of the White House will probably consider the idea of ​​limiting the circle of citizens who are entitled to subsidies. This item of the program is of increased interest due to the extremely high activity of private investors, which caused a wave of short squeezes last week. It is expected that part of the funds received from the state will be invested by the population in the stock market but estimates of the potential inflow of liquidity are still very different.

    The focus of attention of market participants today will be focused on makrostatistiki. Strong data on the labor market is expected, which may serve as a fresh driver for the continuation of the upward movement. The companies’ quarterly reports continue to support risk appetite, with a positive initial investor reaction to the reports prevailing.

    Sentiment Index

    The Freedom Finance Sentiment Index remains at 68 out of 100. The index reflects market participants’ hope for a global economic recovery in 2021. Concerns about the negative impact of the coronavirus pandemic are gradually diminishing thanks to the prospect of mass vaccinations.

    Technical picture

    Technically, the S&P 500 is still in a medium-term uptrend. The day before, the broad market index reached a new high, which signals the continued activity of buyers. The short-term outlook will depend on whether the bulls can hold the S&P 500 above 3870 points. The next resistance is at 3900 points, where the upper trend line lies.

    Today Top Movers‎T2 Biosystms Inc (TTOO), a healthcare firm, soared about 47.50% ‎at $3.54 in pre-market ‎trading Friday following the news of efficiency of its T2SARS-CoV-2™ Panel to ‎detect Brazil (P.1) variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.‎ ‎

    Aurora Mobile Ltd (JG) share price jumped 112.31% to $8.45 during the early morning ‎trading session on ‎Friday after declaring a partnership agreement with Kuaishou Technology, to improve advertising monetization efficiency. ‎ Supercom Lt (SPCB) stock ascended 37.85% at $1.93 in the pre-market trading today.‎ The company recently revealed the closing of financing with gross proceeds of $7 million to support the company’s growth capital needs. ‎LAIX Inc (LAIX) gained over 172.66% at $6.98 in pre-market ‎trading on Friday.‎ It appears there was a coordinated move on social media to drive the price up.

    Top Upgrades & Downgrades

    BTIG turned bullish on Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (GOOS), upgrading the stock to “Neutral”. 

    Infinity Pharmaceuticals Inc. (INFI) has won the favor of JPMorgan’s equity research team. The firm upgraded the shares from Underweight to Neutral. 

    CMS Energy Corporation (CMS) received an upgrade from analysts at Credit Suisse, who also set their one-year price target on the stock to $64. They changed their rating on CMS to Outperform from Neutral in a recently issued research note. 

    Earlier Friday Oppenheimer reduced its rating on New Relic Inc. (NEWR) stock to Perform from Outperform. 

    Wells Fargo analysts reduced their investment ratings, saying in research reports covered by the media that its rating for Bruker Corporation (BRKR) has been changed to Equal Weight from Overweight and the new price target is set at $55. 

    Analysts at Raymond James downgraded Peloton Interactive Inc. (PTON)’s stock to Market Perform from Outperform Friday.

    Latest Insider Activity

    Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) Karp Alexander C. announced the sale of shares taking place on Feb 02 at $31.59 for some 1,285,123 shares. The total came to more than $40.6 million. 

    Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) Int Co-CFO & SVP, Fin & Cntlr Carroll William C sold on Feb 02 a total of 19,481 shares at $38.55 on average. The insider’s sale generated proceeds of almost $0.1 million. 

    The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) Director Ruffel Charles A. declared the purchase of shares taking place on Feb 04 at $54.08 for some 3,636 shares. The transaction amount was around $0.2 million. 

    Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (AUPH) Director Leversage Jill bought on Jan 29 a total 400 shares at $16.03 on average. The purchase cost the insider an estimated $6,412.

    Important Earnings

    Top US earnings releases scheduled for today include GrafTech International Ltd. (NYSE: EAF). It will announce its Dec 2020 financial results. The company is expected to report earnings of $0.4 per share from revenues of $300.16M in the three-month period. 

    Analysts expect Cardinal Health Inc. (NYSE: CAH) to report a net income (adjusted) of $1.44 per share when the bank releases its quarterly results shortly. Revenue for the fiscal quarter ended Dec 2020 is predicted to come in at $41.44B. 

    Sanofi (SNY), due to announce earnings before the market opens today, is expected to report earnings of $0.69 per share from revenues of $11.39B recently concluded three-month period.

  • Early Morning Vibes: Watch These 4 Stocks Today

    During the session on January 22, American stock indexes finished mostly in the red zone. The S&P 500 index dropped 0.30% to 3841 points, the Dow Jones lost 0.57%, and only the NASDAQ was able to add a symbolic 0.09%. The news background remained calm. A slight correction was caused by the fixation of positions after the rally. The real estate sector outperformed the market, climbing 0.3% on the back of an unexpected rise in secondary home sales. In general, macro statistics pleasantly surprised investors: business activity increased significantly in January.

    Company news

    Intel (INTC: -9.3%) posted good quarterly results, but investors were disappointed with forecasts of insufficient pace of outsourcing of part of the production of microchips.

    IBM (IBM: -9.9%) quarterly revenue fell short of consensus expectations.

    Medical device maker Intuitive Surgical (ISRG: -6.8%) notes the continued negative impact of COVID-19 on surgical system sales, so it is holding back from forecasts for the current year for now.

    Today, world stock exchanges are showing mostly positive dynamics. The focus is on negotiations between Democrats and Republicans over a $ 1.9 trillion economic aid package. The last meeting of legislators took place on Sunday, which indicates the desire to make a decision as quickly as possible. The Biden administration is pushing Congress hard as speeding up the vaccination process is heavily dependent on additional funding. Almost all congressmen agree with this, but on many other points of the plan, the contradictions are growing. Investors have already come to a consensus that in the final version the volume of the next anti-crisis package will be significantly less than the declared $ 1.9 trillion. Optimism at the moment is due to the fact

    The season of corporate reporting has a decisive influence on the dynamics of the market. Microsoft, AMD, Apple, Facebook, and several other major corporations will report quarterly results this week.

    Asian stock markets closed in the green. Japan’s Nikkei added 0.67%, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 2.41% and China’s CSI300 climbed 1.01%. The European EuroStoxx 50 is trading near zero.

    The appetite for risk increases. The 10-year Treasury rate is reduced to 1.08%. Brent crude futures are rising to $ 55.75. Gold is consolidating around $ 1,855.

    The Freedom Finance Sentiment Index climbed to 65 out of 100. The indicator reflects market participants’ hope for a global economic recovery in 2021. Concerns about the negative impact of the coronavirus pandemic are slowly diminishing thanks to the prospect of mass vaccinations.

    Technical picture

    Technically, the S&P 500 is showing an upward bias in the medium term. The trading session on January 22 did not change the picture. The relative strength of buyers prevails, but the upper border of the equidistant channel at 3860 points is a serious resistance. In this regard, short-term consolidation is quite possible.

    Today Top Movers

    ‎BlackBerry Ltd (BB) stock ascended 28.21% at $18 in the pre-‎market trading today.‎‎

    ‎Castor Maritime Inc (CTRM) stock moved up 2.47 percent to $0.41 in the pre-market ‎trading following the declaration of $15.3 million debt financing.

    ‎Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR) is up more than 6.26% at $34.62 in pre-market ‎hours ‎Monday, ‎January 25, 2021, after the firm declared that Lauren Friedman Stat has been appointed to Palantir’s Board of Directors and Audit Committee of the Board.

    ‎Vyne Therapeutics Inc (VYNE) grew over 60.11% at $3.01 in pre-market ‎trading ‎today.‎‎ The company revealed the execution of a contract with a major PBM for its novel AMZEEQ® (minocycline) topical foam, 4%, and ZILXI® (minocycline) topical foam, 1.5%.

    Top Upgrades & Downgrades

    RBC Capital turned bullish on American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (AEO), upgrading the stock to “Outperform” and assigning a $30.0 price target, representing a potential upside of 23.56% from Friday’s close.

    Atlantic Capital Bancshares Inc. (ACBI) has won the favor of Raymond James’s equity research team. The firm upgraded the shares from Market Perform to Outperform.

    Medifast Inc. (MED) received an upgrade from analysts at Jefferies, who also set their one-year price target on the stock to $265.0. They changed their rating on MED to Buy from Hold in a recently issued research note.

    Earlier Monday Goldman Sachs reduced its rating on IMAX Corporation (IMAX) stock to Neutral from Buy and assigned the price target to $17.9.

    Truist Securities analysts reduced their investment ratings, saying in research reports covered by the media that it’s rating for Magnite Inc. (MGNI) has been changed to Hold from Buy and the new price target is set at $37.

    Analysts at Goldman Sachs downgraded Glu Mobile Inc. (GLUU)’s stock to Neutral from Buy Monday.

    Latest Insider Activity

    3D Systems Corporation (DDD) EVP, Chief Legal Officer & Sec Johnson Andrew Martin announced the sale of shares taking place on Jan 22 at $30.10 for some 4,000 shares. The total came to more than $0.12 million.

    Kopin Corporation (KOPN) Chief Financial Officer SNEIDER RICHARD sold on Jan 22 a total of 364,006 shares at $4.00 on average. The insider’s sale generated proceeds of almost $0.18 million.

    ServiceSource International Inc. (SREV) 10% Owner Edenbrook Capital, LLC declared the purchase of shares taking place on Jan 21 at $1.50 for some 78,880 shares. The transaction amount was around $0.12 million.

    Owens & Minor Inc. (OMI) Director Henkel Robert J bought on Jan 15 a total 21,000 shares at $27.11 on average. The purchase cost the insider an estimated $27,110.

    Important Earnings

    Top US earnings releases scheduled for today include Steel Dynamics Inc. (NASDAQ: STLD). It will announce its Dec 2020 financial results. The company is expected to report earnings of $0.83 per share from revenues of $2.53B in the three-month period.

    Analysts expect AGNC Investment Corp. (NASDAQ: AGNC) to report a net income (adjusted) of $0.65 per share when the bank releases its quarterly results shortly. Revenue for the fiscal quarter ended Dec 2020 is predicted to come in at $362.11M.

    Xilinx Inc. (XLNX), due to announce earnings after the market closes today, is expected to report earnings of $0.68 per share from revenues of $775.66M recently concluded three-month period.

  • 21 Stocks Taking Bigger Strides in Pre Market Session

    21 Stocks Taking Bigger Strides in Pre Market Session

    ‎Velodyne Lidar Inc. (VLDR) stock soared 7.5% to $26.53 in the pre-market trading ‎after reporting that it has joined the Qualcomm® Smart Cities Accelerator Program to promote using ‎lidar technology in smart city solutions. The most recent rating by Needham, on December 15, 2020, is ‎a Buy. ‎

    ‎MicroVision Inc. (MVIS) grew over 14.38% at $6.6 in pre-market trading today.‎

    ‎Aurora Mobile Limited (NASDAQ: JG) shares are trading up 48.9% at $4.75 at the ‎time of writing following the announcement from the firm that it has entered into a partnership ‎agreement with a global leading new energy vehicle manufacturer. Company’s 52-week ranged ‎between $1.40 to $5.43.‎

    ‎Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) stock moved down -3.97 percent to $0.1522 in the pre-‎‎‎‎market trading.‎

    ‎HEXO Corp. (HEXO), a Drug Manufacturers – Specialty & Generic company, rose ‎about 8.0% at $1.08 in pre-market trading Tuesday after reporting lapse of base shelf prospectus.‎

    ‎Novan Inc. (NOVN) stock plunged -5.8% to $0.6396 in the pre-market trading after ‎declaring that it has entered into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Catalent.‎

    ‎Nano Dimension Ltd. (NNDM) gained over 2.38% at $8.61 in pre-‎‎‎market ‎trading ‎Tuesday December 22, 2020.‎

    ‎Gevo Inc. (NASDAQ: GEVO) shares are trading up 8.39% at $3.1 at the time of ‎writing following the declaration from the company that it has optioned the right to purchase ‎approximately 239 acres of land near Lake Preston, SD Company’s 52-week ranged between $0.46 to ‎‎$2.87. Gevo Options Site for Expansion Project.‎

    ‎electroCore Inc. (ECOR) gained over 7.36% at $1.75 in pre-market trading Tuesday ‎December 22, 2020 after reporting agreement with Pro Medical Baltic to be exclusive distributor for ‎gammaCore Sapphire in Eastern Europe.‎

    ‎Nxt-ID Inc. (NXTD), a Security & Protection Services company, dropped about -‎‎‎‎4.41% at $1.3 in pre-market trading Tuesday.‎

    ‎Iterum Therapeutics plc (NASDAQ: ITRM) shares are trading up 2.35% at $1.0 at the ‎time of writing after receiving approval to transfer to Nasdaq Capital Market. Company’s 52-week ‎ranged between $0.45 to $6.47. Analysts have a consensus price target of $2. ‎

    ‎Aurora Cannabis Inc. (ACB) stock moved up 2.13 percent to $9.13 in the pre-‎‎‎market ‎trading.‎

    ‎Venus Concept Inc. (VERO) tumbled over -16.14% at $2.13 in pre-market trading ‎today following the announcement of proposed public offering.‎

    ‎UP Fintech Holding Limited (NASDAQ: TIGR) shares are trading up ‎‎7.97% ‎at ‎‎$6.37 ‎at ‎the time of writing. Company’s 52-week ranged between $2.03 to $7.60.‎

    ‎IZEA Worldwide Inc. (IZEA) lost over -1.78% at $1.38 in pre-‎‎market ‎trading ‎Tuesday ‎December 22, 2020.‎

    ‎500.com Limited (WBAI), a Gambling company, rose about 9.14% at $4.18 in pre-‎market trading Tuesday following the declaration from the firm that it has entered into a definitive ‎share subscription agreement with Good Luck Information Technology Co., Limited , a company ‎incorporated in Hong Kong, for the issuance and sale of newly issued Class A ordinary shares of the ‎Company.‎

    ‎Liminal BioSciences Inc. (LMNL) stock soared 2.76% to $5.21 in the pre-‎‎‎market ‎trading. The most recent rating by Piper Sandler, on December 21, 2020, is an Overweight.‎

    ‎Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) gained over 1.72% at $29.0 in pre-market trading ‎Tuesday December 22, 2020 after declaring that the U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office for ‎Enterprise Information Systems (PEO EIS) opted to execute the second year of its partnership with ‎Palantir on the Army Vantage program, for a total price of $113.8 million for the year.‎

    ‎EyeGate Pharmaceuticals Inc. (EYEG) is down more than -3.84% at $5.01 in pre-‎market hours Tuesday December 22, 2020 after announcing the acquisition of Panoptes Pharma. The ‎stock had jumped over 45.94% to $5.21 in the last trading session. ‎

    Before the trading started on December 22, 2020, Kopin Corporation (KOPN) ‎is ‎up ‎‎8.43% to reach $2.83. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $0.19 to $2.16.‎

    ‎Bit Digital Inc. (BTBT) grew over 4.96% at $6.56 in pre-market trading today following ‎the release of its third quarter of fiscal year 2020 financial results.‎

  • Pre-Market Cues: 28 Stocks Roaring for Change On December 18th

    Pre-Market Cues: 28 Stocks Roaring for Change On December 18th

    Seneca Biopharma Inc. (SNCA), a Biotechnology company, rose about 0.2% at $0.96 in pre-market trading Friday after declaring merger agreement with Leading BioSciences, Inc. under which a wholly owned subsidiary of Seneca will merge with LBS in an all-stock transaction.

    Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) lost over -3.97% at $26.15 in pre-market trading Friday December 18, 2020 after reporting that it will hold its inaugural “Live Demo Day” on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 4:30pm ET.

    Atossa Therapeutics Inc. (ATOS) stock plunged -0.02% to $0.86 in the pre-market trading following its declaration of pricing of $14.0 million registered direct offering priced at-the-market. The most recent rating by Maxim Group, on January 26, 2018, is a Buy.

    Virgin Galactic Holdings Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) shares are trading down -6.27% at $23.9 at the time of writing. The company recently revealed an update following its test flight on December 12, 2020. Company’s 52-week ranged between $9.06 to $42.49. Analysts have a consensus price target of $19.

    BlackBerry Limited (BB), a Software – Infrastructure company, dropped about -4.36% at $7.9 in pre-market trading Friday after releasing its financial results for the three months ended November 30, 2020

    Before the trading started on December 18, 2020, Uxin Limited (UXIN) is up 4.5% to reach $1.16 following its announcement of unaudited financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2020. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $0.72 to $3.07.

    Coeur Mining Inc. (CDE) stock plunged -2.98% to $10.76 in the pre-market trading. The firm recently revealed details of the expansion of its Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, reflecting significant reserve growth and the benefits of a larger-scale expansion project. The most recent rating by Noble Capital Markets, on September 14, 2020, is an Outperform.

    Novan Inc. (NASDAQ: NOVN) shares are trading up 6.25% at $0.68 at the time of writing. The company lately reported that it has enrolled 525 patients of the approximately 850 patients expected to enroll in the B-SIMPLE4 pivotal Phase 3 clinical study of SB206. Company’s 52-week ranged between $0.22 to $3.72.

    CNS Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CNSP), a Biotechnology company, rose about 15.2% at $2.88 in pre-market trading Friday after announcing FDA approval of IND application for its brain cancer drug candidate Berubicin.

    United States Steel Corporation (X) stock moved down -4.26 percent to $17.77 in the pre-market trading after reporting that fourth quarter 2020 adjusted EBITDA is expected to be approximately $55 million and expected fourth quarter 2020 adjusted diluted loss per share to be approximately ($0.85).

    BioCardia Inc. (BCDA) lost over -6.09% at $4.01 in pre-market trading Friday December 18, 2020 following an announcement from the firm that the independent Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) has completed its prespecified data review for the Phase III pivotal CardiAMP Heart Failure Trial.

    Before the trading started on December 18, 2020, Ampio Pharmaceuticals Inc. (AMPE) is up 8.43% to reach $1.93 after revealing the completion of its Phase I clinical trial and initiation of the first steps for a global Phase II clinical trial for intravenous (“IV”) Ampion treatment in COVID-19 patients. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $0.31 to $1.69.

    Drive Shack Inc. (NYSE: DS) shares are trading up 5.47% at $3.47 at the time of writing following the opening of its 65,000-square-foot entertainment golf venue located in Orlando. Company’s 52-week ranged between $0.86 to $4.19. Analysts have a consensus price target of $4.

    IZEA Worldwide Inc. (IZEA) tumbled over -3.7% at $1.04 in pre-market trading today. The company recently reported that it has just been awarded a mid-six figure contract from a Fortune 500 Manufacturer.

    Exela Technologies Inc. (XELA), a Software – Application company, rose about 81.87% at $0.66 in pre-market trading Friday after declaring that it has entered into a 5-year, $145 million term loan facility with Angelo Gordon, a global alternative investment firm.

    FedEx Corporation (FDX) stock moved down -2.89 percent to $283.8 in the pre-market trading after declaring strong results for the quarter ended November 30.

    Guardion Health Sciences Inc. (GHSI) stock plunged -2.13% to $0.23 in the pre-market trading. The firm recently declared progress on the introduction of its new vision support/energy drink, Epiq-V, which is under development for the United States and international markets.

    Amyris Inc. (NASDAQ: AMRS) shares are trading up 3.68% at $4.23 at the time of writing. Company’s 52-week ranged between $1.40 to $6.07. Analysts have a consensus price target of $3.35.

    Mereo BioPharma Group plc (MREO), a Biotechnology company, rose about 40.27% at $3.1 in pre-market trading Friday following the declaration of a license and collaboration agreement with Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. (RARE), for setrusumab, a monoclonal antibody in clinical development for osteogenesis imperfecta (OI).

    Surface Oncology Inc. (SURF) gained over 17.51% at $10.0 in pre-market trading Friday December 18, 2020 after revealing exclusive license agreement with GSK for novel immunotherapy program.

    Neovasc Inc. (NVCN) is down more than -8.52% at $0.91 in pre-market hours Friday December 18, 2020 after reporting the publication of peer-reviewed article in EuroIntervention. The stock had jumped over 3.61% to $0.99 in the last trading session.

    BioLineRx Ltd. (BLRX) tumbled over -1.1% at $2.7 in pre-market trading today. The firm lately declared final results from Phase 2a COMBAT/KEYNOTE-202 triple combination study of Motixafortide in second line Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer (PDAC).

    VYNE Therapeutics Inc. (VYNE), a Biotechnology company, rose about 8.05% at $1.88 in pre-market trading Friday after declaring the successful completion of its End-of-Phase 2 Meeting with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

    Before the trading started on December 18, 2020, Mesoblast Limited (MESO) is down -26.75% to reach $9.94 after announcing an update on COVID-19 ARDS trial. It has been trading in a 52-week range of $3.12 to $21.28.

    Applied DNA Sciences Inc. (APDN) stock plunged -12.02% to $5.49 in the pre-market trading after reporting consolidated financial results for the full fiscal year and quarter ended September 30, 2020. The most recent rating by H.C. Wainwright, on July 20, 2020, is a Buy.

    Conformis Inc. (NASDAQ: CFMS) shares are trading up 3.8% at $0.6693 at the time of writing. The firm lately revealed the U.S. commercial launch of the Company’s new Cordera™ Match Hip System. Company’s 52-week ranged between $0.50 to $1.66.

    Auris Medical Holding Ltd. (EARS) grew over 1.5% at $2.7 in pre-market trading today. The company recently provided a business update related to the Company’s funding position, its AM-301 program for the protection against airborne pathogens and allergens and the ongoing strategy review process.

    Sonoma Pharmaceuticals Inc. (SNOA) stock moved up 19.79 percent to $9.14 in the pre-market trading following the announcement of partnership with Gabriel Science, LLC for dental.

  • Early Morning Vibes: 3 Growth Stocks To Invest In Right Now

    Early Morning Vibes: 3 Growth Stocks To Invest In Right Now

    US stock indices hit new highs on Thursday. Investors are delighted with signs of progress in agreeing on a new program of state aid to the economy. These stimulus measures should support the economy during a potential slowdown in growth during the winter season.
     

    As a result of trading, the S & P 500 rose 21.31 points, or 0.6%, to 3722.48 points. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 148.83 points, or 0.5%, to 30303.37 points. The Nasdaq Composite rose 106.56 points, or 0.8%, to 12,764.75 points.
     

    Economic Update
     

    Congress leaders on Wednesday moved closer to agreeing on a roughly $ 900 billion bailout program that would include another round of direct payments to households. The congressmen could not come to a compromise for several months. The fact that they are close to an agreement should cheer Americans up during the difficult period of the pandemic: although the vaccine has begun to spread in the US, hospital admissions remain at a record.
     

    Most investors are confident that the economy needs a new stimulus program to hold out until the end of winter. Mass vaccinations should help limit the spread of the virus in 2021. The increase in the number of infections affected consumer confidence and retail sales. In addition, some states have introduced new restrictions on the operation of companies.
     

    US labor market data today showed that the economy is facing obstacles. Initial claims for unemployment benefits in the United States for the week through December 12 rose by 23,000 to 885,000, while economists expected a slight decline in the indicator.
     

    Corporate Update
     

    Lennar shares gained 7.6%. The developer said that construction orders and construction completed in the 1st quarter are likely to exceed analysts’ expectations.

    Shares of Rite Aid is up 17%. Accenture rose 6.9%.
     

    The yield on the 10-year US Treasury bond rose to 0.929% from 0.920% on Wednesday. The dollar continued to decline. The WSJ dollar index fell 0.3%. On Wednesday, it dropped to its lowest level since April 2018.
     

    The downturn was triggered, among other things, by the Federal Reserve’s announcement that $ 120 billion in monthly asset purchases will continue until tangible progress is made towards targeted employment and inflation.

    Today Top Movers


    Cyclo Therapeutics Inc (CYTH) share price going up 86.29% at $8.83 in today’s premarket trading session after Analysts update its ranking to Buy.
     

    Costco Wholesale Corp (COST) share price is up 0.06% at $370.5 in premarket trading on Friday. After the news of company spending millions of dollars on the Employee apprecitions.
     

    Skillz Inc (SKLZ) is soaring 2.07%, with the share price of $23.2 in early morning on Friday after the company becomes first publicly-traded mobile esports platform.
     

    Casper Sleep Inc. (CSPR) trading at $6.49, with the gain of 0.16% in Friday’s premarket session surged on no major update.

    Top Upgrades & Downgrades


    Keefe Bruyette turned bullish on Redwood Trust, Inc. (RWT), upgrading the stock to “Outperform” and assigning a $9.50 price target.
     

    Annaly Capital Management, Inc.(NYSE: NLY) has won the favor of Keefe Bruyette’s equity research team. The firm upgraded the shares from Market Perform to Outperform and moved their price target to $9.
     

    New Residential Investment Corp (NYSE: NRZ) received an upgrade from analysts at Keefe Bruyette, who also set their one-year price target on the stock to $10.50. They changed their rating on NRZ to Outperform from Market Perform in a recently issued research note.
     

    Earlier Friday Stifel reduced its rating on DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc (XRAY) stock to Hold from Buy and assigned the price target to $52.
     

    Credit Suisse analysts reduced their investment ratings, saying in research reports covered by the media that its rating for AEGON N.V. (AEG) has been changed to Neutral from Outperform.
     

    Analysts at Credit Suisse downgraded Palantir Technologies Inc (PLTR)’s stock to Underperform from Neutral on Friday.

    Latest Insider Activity


    Snap Inc. (SNAP) Chief Financial Officer Andersen Derek announced the sale of shares taking place on Dec 16 at $51.44 for some 33,164 shares. The total came to more than $1.71 million.
     

    Coeur Mining Inc. (CDE) SVP & General Counsel Nault Casey M. sold on Dec 16 a total 329,291 shares at $10.02 on average. The insider’s sale generated proceeds of almost $0.5 million.
     

    9 Meters Biopharma Inc. (NMTR) Director Sirgo Mark A declared the purchase of shares taking place on Dec 15 at $0.65 for some 230,769 shares. The transaction amount was around $0.15 million.
     

    Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (LXRX) Director Artal International S.C.A. bought on Dec 16 a total 32,259,461 shares at $3.20 on average. The purchase cost the insider an estimated $35.0 million.

    Earnings To Watch


    Top US earnings releases scheduled for today include MINISO Group Holding Limited (NYSE:MNSO). It will announce its Sep 2020 financial results. The company is expected to report earnings of $0.03 per share from revenues of $291.99M in the three-month period.
     

    Analysts expect TuanChe Limited (NASDAQ:TC) to report a net income (adjusted) of -$0.24 per share, when the bank releases its quarterly results shortly. Revenue for the fiscal quarter ended Sep 2020 is predicted to come in at $12.79M.
     

    NIKE Inc. (NKE), due to announce earnings after the market closes today, is expected to report earnings of $0.62 per share from revenues of $10.56B recently concluded three-month period.

  • SuRo Capital Corp.(SSSS) revealed details about investing in Palantir Technologies, (PLTR)

    SuRo Capital Corp.(SSSS) revealed details about investing in Palantir Technologies, (PLTR)

    To provide additional clarification about its current investment in Palantir Technologies, Inc., SuRo Capital Corp. (Nasdaq: SSSS) released the following statement:

    “We own Palantir’s 4,618,952 limited common shares. Mark Klein, President and Chief Executive Officer of SuRo Capital, said that this is in line with the Palantir lock-up deal, representing 80 percent of our pre-IPO holdings of 5,773,690 common shares. We owned 5,373,690 common shares of Palantir at the end of the third quarter, including 754,738 remaining unrestricted common shares. The company sold the remaining unrestricted common shares after quarter-end, as stated in our third-quarter earnings release. The Palantir lock-up period extends and covers the second full trading day after the date of the public announcement of Palantir’s financial results for the year ending on 31 December 2020.

    Furthermore, Klein added, we would like to clarify that our offering on the market is currently inactive. We do not sell shares below our current net asset value in accordance with the Investment Company Act of 1940, and we currently have no plans to restart our on-the-market offering. Finally, the firm would like to reiterate that we intend to declare an additional dividend for record shareholders at the end of the year in mid-December.

    In case, the dividend was paid. On September 25, 2020, the Board of Directors of SuRo Capital announced a dividend of $0.25 per share paid to the common stockholders of the Company on October 20, 2020, as of the close of business on October 5, 2020. The company paid dividends in cash.  

    On October 28, 2020, the Board of Directors of SuRo Capital announced a dividend of $0.25 per share payable to the common stockholders of the Company on November 30, 2020 as of the close of business on November 10, 2020. It will pay the dividend in cash.