Articles by Sarah Chen
Microsoft's AI Ambitions Fuel Investor Debate Amid Copilot Enhancements
Microsoft unveiled upgraded Copilot AI tools Monday, intensifying a bull-bear split over its stock. The debate centers on whether massive AI investments will yield returns as competition from Google Cloud heats up.
AST SpaceMobile Targets April 10 for BlueBird 7 Launch Amid Rival Rocket Lab's ESA Milestone
AST SpaceMobile has scheduled its BlueBird 7 satellite launch for April 10, while Rocket Lab successfully completed its first dedicated mission for the European Space Agency. Both companies are advancing amid a backdrop of robust financial results and industry momentum.
Intel's 18A Process Debuts in Commercial PCs as Market Headwinds Loom
Intel's 18A manufacturing technology makes its commercial debut in PCs shipping Tuesday, with Dell among the first vendors. The launch comes as Gartner forecasts a 10.4% drop in global PC shipments for 2026.
Wolfe Research Upgrades CrowdStrike, Sees AI-Driven Cybersecurity Spending Surge
CrowdStrike shares advanced in premarket trading following an upgrade by Wolfe Research, which anticipates heightened cybersecurity investment driven by new AI threats. The firm set a $450 price target.
Nvidia's Valuation Dips to Multi-Year Low Despite Surging AI Demand
Nvidia shares are trading at their lowest forward price-to-earnings multiple since early 2019, nearly 20% below October's peak, despite a 70% earnings growth forecast and major new AI chip orders from Amazon and Mistral.
Coherent Gains Spotlight Following Nvidia Partnership, Exec Highlights AI Data Center Role
Coherent Corp's senior vice president emphasized the broad industry impact of its Nvidia partnership at a Pittsburgh summit. The company reported a 17% year-over-year revenue increase to $1.69 billion for its fiscal second quarter.
Ciena Stock Volatile Amid Insider Sale, AI Networking Demand in Focus
Ciena Corporation shares gained 3.5% Friday as a Form 144 filing revealed an insider sale plan, coming after the company reported record quarterly revenue and raised its 2026 sales forecast driven by AI networking demand.
Aurora Innovation's $10B Valuation Faces Reality Check as Driverless Truck Rollout Advances
Aurora Innovation shares declined 2.6% to $4.12, valuing the autonomous trucking company at nearly $10 billion despite generating only $3 million in 2025 revenue. The firm aims to deploy over 200 driverless trucks by year-end while navigating a $238 million quarterly operating loss.
Bitcoin Holds $66K Amid ETF Outflows, Eyes Jobs Data
Bitcoin steadied around $66,300 as significant ETF outflows and a major options expiry pressured prices, with all eyes on key U.S. economic data due this week.
XRP Stumbles Amid ETF Stagnation and Regulatory Delays
XRP declined over 6% this week, dropping below key support at $1.36. The token faced headwinds from stalled ETF flows and delayed regulatory clarity in Washington.
Bitcoin Retreats Below $67K Amid ETF Outflows and $14B Options Expiry
Bitcoin declined to around $66,900, pressured by significant outflows from U.S. spot ETFs and a massive $14.16 billion quarterly options expiry. The cryptocurrency's drop mirrored a fifth consecutive weekly loss for Wall Street.
Paycom Shares Drop 5% Amid Sector Selloff, Growth Concerns Persist
Paycom Software shares declined 4.85% to $117.06 on Friday, underperforming the broader market. The selloff follows last month's disappointing 2026 revenue outlook and reflects ongoing concerns about growth in the competitive HR software sector.