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HEDGE FLOW -Hedge funds bet against U.S. stocks and turn to Europe, Goldman Sachs says
By Nell Mackenzie LONDON, March 23 (Reuters) - Hedge funds last week piled into bets against U.S. shares and emerging markets stocks in Asia, while wagering that European shares would rise, said a Goldman Sachs GS.N note to clients seen by Reuters on Monday. Global stocks selling reached new hig...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Synopsys rises as source says Elliott builds multibillion-dollar stake
Electronic design automation firm Synopsys SNPS.O gains 1.9% to $428.31 pre-market Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a multibillion-dollar stake in SNPS, a person familiar with the matter told ReutersThe hedge fund told the Wall Street Journal, which first reported the invest...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Should You Buy the Invesco QQQ ETF During the Stock Market Sell-Off? History Offers a Clear Answer.
Key PointsThe Nasdaq-100 hosts the 100 most valuable nonfinancial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange, with around 60% of its portfolio parked in technology stocks.The index is down almost 7% from its record high amid rising economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. The Invesco QQQ E...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
2 Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rule Changes Retirees Need to Know Before the 2026 Deadline
Key PointsRequired minimum distributions (RMDs) on tax-deferred retirement accounts begin at age 73 for those born between 1951 and 1959.RMDs must generally be completed by Dec. 31; the only exception is the first RMD, which may be delayed until April 1 of the following year.Failure to take an RMD o...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
Gold miners slide as bullion falls to 4-month low
U.S.-listed shares of gold miners fall premarket, as bullion drops over 5% to a four-month low GOL/Spot gold XAU= down 5.4% at $4,245.79 per ounce, as an escalating Middle East conflict stoked inflation concerns and raised expectations of higher global interest ratesTop miners Newmont NEM.N down 6.1...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
AI Doomsday: Why 1 Crashing Crypto Could Be a Once-in-a-Decade Buying Opportunity
Key PointsA research piece released last month suggested major economic headwinds if AI rapidly progresses.The government has a history of taking drastic measures to pump liquidity into the system, which provides a powerful tailwind for this scarce digital asset.Although it's probable that AI fears ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
Palantir's Stock Valuation Still Looks Absurd. Here's Why Investors Keep Buying It Anyway.
Key PointsPalantir's market value of $368 billion makes it one of the most valuable software companies in the world.Palantir's valuation ratios look overextended relative to other SaaS stocks.A thorough understanding of Palantir's value proposition could make the stock appear attractively priced. 10...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
United Airlines falls on plan to cut more flights, eyes oil above $100 through 2027
Shares of United Airlines UAL.O down 2.1% to $88.03 premarketCo to cut more unprofitable flights over the next two quarters as it prepares for a prolonged period of high jet fuel prices due to the Iran warChief Executive Scott Kirby said in a staff memo on Friday the airline is preparing for oil to ...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
Prediction: This Will Be Micron's Stock Price by Late 2027
Key PointsMicron stock has quadrupled in the past year as demand for AI infrastructure has led to an unprecedented supply shortage of memory chips.Memory chips are a cyclical commodities, meaning manufacturers compete primarily on price while the industry cycles between too little and too much suppl...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
Top 10 HK Stock Losers (3.23)
CHIFENG GOLD(06693) fell 25.1%, with a trading turnover 1.4 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 5.9%. VIGONVITA-B(02630) fell 15.79%, with a trading turnover 8.4 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 29.6%. HANKING GOLD(03788) fell 13.57%, with a trading turnover 54.0 Million HKD, and a year-to-date fell 4.7%.Longport
Mon, Mar 23
Top 5 HK Stock Gainers/Losers (>100B) (3.23)
COSCO SHIP ENGY(01138) rose 2.55%, with a trading turnover 1.0 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 105.2%. GEELY AUTO(00175) rose 2.46%, with a trading turnover 4.7 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 11.7%. MINIMAX-W(00100) fell 9.17%, with a trading turnover 2.0 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 455.5%. MONTAGE TECH(06809) fell 8.37%, with a trading turnover 304.4 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 61.8%.Longport
Mon, Mar 23
Top 10 HK Stock Gainers (3.23)
BRIGHT SMART(01428) rose 12.19%, with a trading turnover 2.2 Billion HKD, and a year-to-date rose 64.2%. YADEA(01585) rose 9.99%, with a trading turnover 696.6 Million HKD, and a year-to-date rose 5.5%. WERIDE-W(00800) rose 7.94%, with a trading turnover 42.9 Million HKD, and a year-to-date fell 24.3%.Longport
Mon, Mar 23
European shares skid to four-month low as Middle East conflict intensifies
March 23 (Reuters) - European shares fell to a four-month low on Monday, led by the defense .SXPARO sector, as a spike in crude prices prompted investors to factor in potential inflation pressures with the Middle East conflict intensifying. The pan-European STOXX 600 .STOXX was down 1.6% at 564.13 p...Reuters
Mon, Mar 23
The Projected Federal Reserve Script Has Been Flipped -- and the Stock Market Isn't Ready for It
Key PointsThe evolution of artificial intelligence (AI), record share buybacks, and an ongoing Fed rate-easing cycle have powered the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite higher. However, the inflationary impact of the Iran war has thrown a huge monkey wrench into the central ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
Circle Soared Almost 60% This Year: 1 Reason It Will Grow More and 1 Reason to Be Cautious
Key PointsCircle Internet Group is a compliance-friendly face for the stablecoin industry.Issuance of USDC soared by 72% last year to $75 billion.Regulatory clouds linger.10 stocks we like better than Circle Internet Group › Circle Internet Group (NYSE: CRCL) was one of several crypto businesses to ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
Prediction: Nvidia Will Make a Substantial Dividend Increase in 2026. Should You Buy the Stock?
Key PointsAt GTC 2026, Nvidia announced plans to return a record amount of cash to shareholders. Nvidia is generating more cash flow than it needs to reinvest in the business. Dividends could complement Nvidia’s stock buybacks and make the stock more appealing to long-term investors. 10 stocks we l...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
The Stock Market's Fear Index Is Up. Here's Why Smart Investors Aren't Selling.
Key PointsThe CNN Fear and Greed Index has plunged, as investors become worried about the market.The two times the index hit single digits in the last year were good buying opportunities. 10 stocks we like better than Vanguard S&P 500 ETF › With the war in Iran raging on, and questions abounding abo...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
Precious Metal Shares Plunge. ProShares Ultra Gold Down 13%; US Gold, ProShares Ultra Silver Down About 11%; Endeavour Silver Down 10%
Precious metal shares plunged in premarket trading. ProShares Ultra Gold down 13%; US Gold, ProShares Ultra Silver down about 11%; Endeavour Silver down 10%.Spot gold plunged 6% to erase its year-to-date gains and trade just above $4,200 an ounce.Tiger News
Mon, Mar 23
The 2026 Social Security COLA Is 2.8% -- but Medicare's Premium Hike Will Take Back More Than You Think
Key PointsAlthough Social Security benefits got a decent cost-of-living adjustment in 2026, many seniors find it inadequate.A big reason this year's COLA doesn't hold up is that Medicare costs increased a lot.Unless lawmakers implement changes, this problem could easily repeat itself year after year...The Motley Fool
Mon, Mar 23
