AI Memory ETF Surpasses $6.5 Billion in Rapid Launch, Outpacing Bitcoin Funds
Technology Sarah Chen

AI Memory ETF Surpasses $6.5 Billion in Rapid Launch, Outpacing Bitcoin Funds

The Roundhill Memory ETF (DRAM) hit $6.5 billion in assets 36 days post-launch, fueled by AI memory chip demand. Retail net buying surpassed $150 million, outpacing Nvidia.

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Intel Retreats as AI Foundry Rally Fades Amid Valuation and Macro Headwinds
Technology Sarah Chen

Intel Retreats as AI Foundry Rally Fades Amid Valuation and Macro Headwinds

Intel shares slipped 2.8% to $125.84, pulling back from a rally fueled by foundry and AI optimism, as valuation concerns and inflation data pressure the stock.

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Nvidia's Rally Tests AI Spending Confidence Ahead of Earnings
Technology Sarah Chen

Nvidia's Rally Tests AI Spending Confidence Ahead of Earnings

Nvidia stock rose to a record near $222 as investors anticipate strong AI spending from hyperscalers, despite export risks highlighted by CEO Huang's absence from Trump's China delegation.

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Coterra Merger Concludes, Puts Devon Energy's Strategy to the Test
Markets Daniel Marsh

Coterra Merger Concludes, Puts Devon Energy's Strategy to the Test

Coterra Energy shares stopped trading as its merger with Devon Energy closed, converting each share into 0.70 Devon share. The deal now tests Devon's ability to deliver on promised synergies.

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Nasdaq Slides as Hot CPI Data Dents Rate Cut Hopes
Markets Daniel Marsh

Nasdaq Slides as Hot CPI Data Dents Rate Cut Hopes

U.S. stocks fell Tuesday after April CPI rose 0.6%, exceeding forecasts. The Nasdaq dropped 0.6% as energy costs surged and Treasury yields climbed, dampening hopes for Fed rate cuts.

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Infleqtion Shares Jump on Quantum Sector Momentum, Earnings in Focus
Earnings James Calloway

Infleqtion Shares Jump on Quantum Sector Momentum, Earnings in Focus

Infleqtion shares rose 5.6% on Tuesday, tracking gains in quantum stocks after peers released Q1 data. The company's own earnings report on May 14 will be key.

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Hecla Mining's Silver Surge Driven by Debt-Free Balance Sheet, Not Just Metal Prices
Commodities Rebecca Torres

Hecla Mining's Silver Surge Driven by Debt-Free Balance Sheet, Not Just Metal Prices

Hecla Mining shares surged 11% on strong Q1 free cash flow and zero debt, but a net loss from write-downs tempers the silver rally story.

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McDonald's Shares Dip as Consumer Strain Challenges Value Strategy
Earnings James Calloway

McDonald's Shares Dip as Consumer Strain Challenges Value Strategy

McDonald's shares slipped 0.4% to $274.60 after JPMorgan cut its price target to $305, even as Q1 profit and revenue beat estimates. April sales turned negative as high gas prices and tighter budgets weighed on lower-income customers.

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Lululemon's Slump Tests Investor Faith in Turnaround Plan
Markets Daniel Marsh

Lululemon's Slump Tests Investor Faith in Turnaround Plan

Lululemon shares fell to a 52-week low as weak North America sales, margin pressure, and CEO transition uncertainty test investor patience.

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Gold Slips Below $4,700 as Dollar Strengthens and Inflation Data Surprises
Commodities Rebecca Torres

Gold Slips Below $4,700 as Dollar Strengthens and Inflation Data Surprises

Gold retreated from a three-week high, dropping 0.8% to $4,696.07, as a firming dollar and higher US inflation weighed on bullion demand.

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Limerick City Council Approves 76-Unit Residential Development on Derelict Site
Economy Daniel Marsh

Limerick City Council Approves 76-Unit Residential Development on Derelict Site

Limerick City and County Council has approved Thanos Securities' plan for 76 apartments on Catherine Street, clearing a long-derelict pub and nightclub site for housing. The project includes demolitions, refurbishment of protected structures, and a new six-storey building.

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MARA Holdings Rises Despite Loss as AI Power Strategy Takes Shape
Crypto Sarah Chen

MARA Holdings Rises Despite Loss as AI Power Strategy Takes Shape

MARA Holdings shares rose 3.6% premarket Tuesday despite a $1.3B loss and revenue miss, as investors focus on debt reduction, Bitcoin sales, and an AI infrastructure pivot.

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