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Clear Secure Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Value Trap?

Shares of biometric security firm Clear Secure have retreated nearly 8% this month, sparking debate among investors. While the stock remains up significantly over the past year, a deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the recent weakness may have created an attractive entry point for long-term investors.

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Taiwan Overtakes China in MSCI Emerging Markets Index, Fueled by AI Sector Strength

For the first time in roughly two decades, Taiwan has surpassed mainland China as the largest country weighting in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. The shift, driven by the outperformance of Taiwan's AI-focused tech giants, underscores the immense influence of benchmark providers on global capital allocation and spotlights a significant realignment within emerging markets.

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Waymo's $126 Billion Valuation Shifts Spotlight to Alphabet's Growth Ambitions Beyond Search

Alphabet's self-driving unit Waymo has secured a $16 billion funding round, valuing it at $126 billion. The investment, backed by Sequoia Capital and Dragoneer, fuels an aggressive expansion into over 20 cities and new international markets, while regulators worldwide scrutinize safety frameworks. The move highlights Alphabet's strategic priorities beyond its core advertising business.

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Lithium Americas Shares Slide as U.S. Government, GM Restructure Thacker Pass Stake

Shares of Lithium Americas (TSX:LAC) fell sharply following the formalization of new funding agreements with the Department of Energy and General Motors for the Thacker Pass project. The deals grant the DOE discounted warrants and a stake in the venture, reshaping its capital structure and cementing federal involvement, while raising fresh questions about dilution and execution risks for the pre-revenue miner.