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Applied Optoelectronics Bets Big on AI Infrastructure with Major 800G Wins and Texas Expansion

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) is positioning itself at the forefront of the AI infrastructure build-out, securing a significant 800G transceiver order from a hyperscale customer and expanding its Texas manufacturing footprint. While these moves signal strong revenue momentum, they also amplify existing concerns over customer concentration and profitability.

Jan 30, 2026

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Appen's Leadership Shuffle Sparks Investor Debate Amid AI Data Rush

As Appen announces a key governance change, its surging share price collides with deep long-term losses, forcing a hard look at whether this AI data play is a turnaround story or a value trap.

Jan 30, 2026

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Honeywell Accelerates Aerospace Spin-Off to Q3 2026 Amid Record Orders, Reshaping Investor Outlook

Honeywell International posts a robust Q4 with record orders and backlog, while announcing an accelerated timeline to spin off its core Aerospace business as a standalone public company by late 2026, a move set to redefine its investment profile.

Jan 30, 2026

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TAL Education Surges on Strong Earnings, Buyback Plan; Is the Turnaround Sustainable?

TAL Education Group's stock soared following robust Q3 FY2026 results and a new share repurchase program, marking a potential inflection point for the Chinese tutoring giant navigating a post-regulatory landscape. Analysts debate if the rally signals a lasting recovery or a temporary reprieve.

Jan 30, 2026

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CNH Industrial's Automation Drive and Steady Demand Fuel Investor Optimism Amid Valuation Debate

CNH Industrial is capturing investor attention with its strategic push into automation, highlighted by the new R4 autonomous robot, and a stable demand outlook for its core agriculture and construction segments. This comes as the market weighs the company's recent stock momentum against contrasting valuation models.

Jan 30, 2026

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Miami Dethrones New York as Million-Dollar Home Capital, Signaling a Lasting Southern Shift

For the first time in nearly a decade, Miami boasts more homes listed above $1 million than New York, underscoring a profound and sustained reorientation of luxury real estate demand toward Sun Belt markets.

Jan 30, 2026

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Cathie Wood's $26 Million Bet on Broadcom: A Signal for AI Chip Dominance?

ARK Invest's Cathie Wood made a significant $26 million investment in Broadcom stock last week, highlighting a strategic pivot towards AI infrastructure amid portfolio reshuffling. The move follows Broadcom's blockbuster earnings and comes as Wall Street maintains a bullish outlook on the chipmaker.

Jan 30, 2026

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Microsoft's AI Bet: Copilot Gains Altitude, But Wall Street Questions the Cost of Climb

Despite CEO Satya Nadella touting strong adoption of Copilot AI assistants, Microsoft's stock dipped as investors express unease over massive capital expenditures and growth concerns in core Azure and 365 businesses.

Jan 30, 2026

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Beyond Jabil: Why This Market Darling May Disappoint, and a Digital Ad Play to Watch

While Jabil's stock has mirrored the S&P 500's recent gains, a closer look reveals underlying concerns over growth, profitability, and cash flow. We analyze the risks and spotlight a more compelling alternative in the digital advertising space.

Jan 30, 2026

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Salesforce's AI Agentforce Drives Analyst Confidence, Hits $500M ARR Milestone

Citizens JMP reaffirms its bullish stance on Salesforce, citing the explosive growth of its AI platform Agentforce and strong enterprise adoption as key catalysts for sustained outperformance.

Jan 30, 2026

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Atlassian Faces Dual Threat: Security Breach Fears and AI Rivalry Compound Stock Woes

Atlassian confronts a mounting identity theft campaign targeting its systems while rival Anthropic launches a competing AI collaboration tool, adding pressure to a stock already down over 50% in the past year.

Jan 30, 2026

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Jim Cramer Sees 25-Point Upside for Intel as Turnaround Gains Momentum

CNBC's Jim Cramer suggests Intel shares could surge significantly, as the chipmaker's strategic overhaul and analyst upgrades fuel investor optimism amid a 140% yearly gain.

Jan 30, 2026

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Netflix's Slowing Growth Outlook Sends Shares Tumbling, Despite Ad Revenue Surge

Netflix shares face pressure as the streaming giant's 2026 revenue guidance signals a significant growth deceleration, even with its advertising business poised to double. Investor concerns are compounded by a potential multi-billion dollar acquisition.

Jan 30, 2026

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SoFi Challenges Brokerage Norms with $1,000 Stock Bonus for New Investors

In a bid to attract new entrants to the market, financial services firm SoFi is offering a significant stock bonus of up to $1,000 for opening a self-directed investment account, eliminating traditional barriers like commissions and minimums.

Jan 30, 2026

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USA Rare Earth Secures Major CHIPS Act Funding, Prompting Analyst Price Target Surge

USA Rare Earth Inc. (NASDAQ: USAR) sees its price target significantly raised by Canaccord Genuity and Benchmark following a landmark $1.6 billion commitment from the U.S. CHIPS Program, accelerating its plans to build a domestic rare earth supply chain.

Jan 30, 2026

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Lido Launches Customizable stVaults, Drawing Linea and Nansen as First Major Adopters

Ethereum's dominant liquid staking protocol, Lido, has launched its modular stVaults on mainnet, enabling protocols and institutions to create tailored staking solutions. Consensys's Linea and analytics firm Nansen were among the first to deploy, signaling a shift towards more flexible staking infrastructure.

Jan 30, 2026

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WhiteFiber Stock in Focus After Analyst Adjustment and Major New Data Center Deal

Despite a trimmed price target from B. Riley, WhiteFiber Inc. (WYFI) secures a pivotal 10-year colocation agreement expected to generate $865 million, spotlighting its role in the expanding AI infrastructure sector.

Jan 30, 2026

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Deutsche Bank Bets Big on CoreWeave, Upgrades to 'Buy' with $140 Target Ahead of Key Report

Deutsche Bank has upgraded AI infrastructure provider CoreWeave to 'Buy,' significantly raising its price target to $140, citing a strong medium-term outlook and capacity expansion plans backed by a deepened partnership with Nvidia.

Jan 30, 2026

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Citi Extends GlobalFoundries Valuation Horizon to 2027, Raises Price Target Amid Strategic AI Push

Citi has updated its model for GlobalFoundries, lifting the price target to $42 and extending its valuation horizon to 2027. The move follows the chipmaker's strategic acquisition of Synopsys' ARC Processor IP business, aimed at accelerating its physical AI roadmap.

Jan 30, 2026

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Citi Boosts Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Outlook on Novo Nordisk Partnership Progress

Citi raises Lexicon Pharmaceuticals' price target to $2.10, citing strong momentum from its collaboration with Novo Nordisk on obesity drug candidate LX9851 and improved financials.

Jan 30, 2026