Articles by Sarah Chen
SMCI Rebounds Premarket Amid Analyst Downgrades, Export Probe Fallout
Super Micro Computer stock climbed 2.7% in premarket trading Wednesday, recovering from last week's sharp drop. Analysts downgraded the stock, citing risks from an ongoing export-control investigation.
Intel Shares Surge on AI Server Demand, Arm Chip Launch
Intel shares climbed 3.8% ahead of Wednesday's opening bell, buoyed by Arm's launch of a new AI data-center processor and renewed focus on server CPU demand. The chipmaker's market valuation reached approximately $155.4 billion.
Nokia Shares Surge on Telecom Sector Momentum, AI Focus
Nokia shares advanced 2.92% in Helsinki trading, mirroring broader telecom sector strength. The company's AI-powered optical networking initiatives and significant contract wins have driven substantial year-to-date gains, though some analysts caution about valuation.
MARA Stock Slides 6% Amid Bitcoin Retreat Below $70K
MARA Holdings shares dropped 6% on Tuesday, mirroring a 2.3% decline in Bitcoin below $70,000. The company's substantial Bitcoin holdings and new balance sheet sales strategy amplify its exposure to cryptocurrency volatility.
XRP Holds Near $1.40 as Geopolitical Tensions Offset Regulatory Clarity
Ripple's XRP token remained near $1.40 on Tuesday, failing to sustain momentum as rising oil prices and Middle East tensions countered recent regulatory progress. Bitcoin held steady around $70,489.
Bitcoin Retreats Below $69K as Geopolitical Relief Fades, Crypto Stocks Slide
Bitcoin reversed course, dropping below $69,000 as optimism over delayed U.S. strikes on Iran faded. Coinbase and Strategy shares declined alongside the crypto pullback.
Intel Shares Dip on U.S. Stake Disclosure, Board Leadership Shift
Intel shares fell Tuesday after a regulatory filing disclosed significant U.S. government ownership and an impending board leadership change, underscoring the challenges in the company's manufacturing recovery.
Circle Expands USDC Reach in Africa via Nvidia-Backed Cassava Partnership
Circle Internet Group has partnered with Sasai Fintech, part of Nvidia-backed Cassava Technologies, to expand USDC stablecoin access for payments and remittances in Africa. The move comes as USDC circulation surged 72% year-over-year to $75.3 billion in Q4 2025.
Super Micro Stock Gains 5% Amid Export Scandal, Analysts Skeptical
Super Micro Computer shares rose 5.1% Monday, recovering slightly after a Wall Street downgrade and new details in a China export-control case. Analysts warn the rebound may be temporary as the company faces reputational risks and potential order losses.
