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Tesla plans to hold Autonomy Investor Day on April 22

NVIDIA reportedly invested $400M in RISC-V chip designer SiFive to integrate NVLink and enter the data center CPU market

AMD to Release New Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition CPU

AMD to Participate in OCP Global Summit as a Diamond Sponsor

Google mistakenly pushed a link to the prediction market Polymarket to Google News

Intel Plans to Launch New 'Nova Lake' Desktop Processor in Q4 2026

Intel Expects to Finalize Foundry Customers for its 14A Process in the Second Half of 2026

New Game 'Kiln' from Microsoft-Owned Studio to be Released on April 23

Apple to Host Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2026)

Starbucks Reports Increased Losses in UK Business

Apple integrates Apple TV into Amazon Prime Video, closes stores, and plans to launch foldable iPhone

Amazon partnering with Delta Air Lines to offer in-flight Wi-Fi

Amazon to implement new reference pricing policy to combat false list prices.

Needham analyst expresses concern over Amazon's high capital expenditure in non-AI segments.

Amazon and Delta are teaming up to offer in-flight Wi-Fi, directly challenging Starlink

Intel Expected to Launch "Diamond Rapids" Server CPUs in H2 2026

NVIDIA is rumored to re-enter the CPU business, mentioned alongside Musk's Terafab space computing power

Meta Community to host online workshop on asset transition and reusing creative work

Meta to host webinar on 2026 advertising strategies on April 16

China Mobile's 2 billion yuan computing power order designates Huawei's CANN ecosystem, not choosing NVIDIA's solution

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Stocks had their best week since November, driven by hopes for an Iran ceasefire and a drop in oil prices. The DJIA rose 3.04%, S&P 500 gained 3.56%, and Nasdaq-100 jumped 4.45%. A 13.5% drop in WTI prices contributed to market gains, despite ongoing geopolitical risks. The March CPI report showed a significant rise in gas prices, while core CPI remained below expectations. The upcoming earnings season is expected to show strong growth, particularly in technology, with projected S&P 500 earnings growth near 13%.

- Stocks closed mixed on Friday, marking their best week since November, with the DJIA rising 3.04%, S&P 500 up 3.56%, and Nasdaq-100 jumping 4.45%, driven by hope for an Iran ceasefire and tech stocks.  
- The weekly gains coincided with a 13.5% drop in WTI prices due to reduced geopolitical risks, although supply disruptions from Saudi attacks raised concerns about energy stability.  
- As Q1 earnings season begins, expectations for strong performance continue, with S&P 500 earnings growth anticipated near 13%, led by tech, amid a challenging economic backdrop highlighted by dampened consumer sentiment.

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The inflation issue that began five years ago is now seen as the major economic challenge of the decade, causing discontent among Americans. Recently, price pressures have been increasing, exacerbated by the U.S.–Israeli attack on Iran, which has disrupted global energy supplies. Economists had hoped the price spikes were temporary, but the situation suggests otherwise.

- Inflation has emerged as a persistent economic challenge for the decade, causing significant dissatisfaction among Americans.  
- Recent months have seen a reacceleration of price pressures, exacerbated by geopolitical events disrupting global energy supplies.  
- Economists had previously noted price spikes but had hoped they were temporary; current trends suggest otherwise.

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Stocks experienced a second consecutive winning week, with the S&P 500 rising over 3.5%, the Dow Jones up 3%, and the Nasdaq gaining more than 4%. Investors are preparing for the upcoming first quarter earnings season, despite a lackluster session on Friday.

- Stocks achieved a second consecutive winning week despite a lackluster session on Friday.  
- The S&P 500 rose more than 3.5%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 3%, and the Nasdaq Composite gained over 4% last week.  
- Investors are preparing for the upcoming first quarter earnings season.

Bank earnings, US-Iran talks, and signs of stability for stocks: What to watch this week

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President Trump's actions in Iran may have caused significant damage to the stock market, with inflationary pressures expected to rise due to energy supply disruptions. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq have historically performed well under Trump, but the ongoing conflict could lead to a challenging economic environment. Inflation rates are projected to increase, complicating the Federal Reserve's monetary policy and potentially impacting stock valuations, which are already at historically high levels. Investors may face a tough road ahead as inflation remains sticky and market corrections loom.

- The stock market thrived during President Trump's tenure, with significant gains in the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq.  
- However, inflationary pressures from the ongoing Iran war and energy supply disruptions are expected to rise, potentially impacting the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.  
- The current expensive stock market may face challenges if interest rates remain stable or increase, undermining investor confidence and economic growth.

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Have President Donald Trump's Actions in Iran Done Irreparable Damage to the Stock Market? One Data Point Tells the Tale.

The article discusses the potential for a favorable time to buy stocks, suggesting that historical trends indicate significant market rallies often follow periods of uncertainty. It highlights past corrections in major indexes like the Dow and Nasdaq, which have led to substantial gains. Additionally, it references the Presidential Election Cycle Theory, noting that stock performance typically improves in the third year of a presidential term. Ultimately, it emphasizes that for long-term investors, the best time to buy stocks is always imminent, as time in the market is more crucial than timing the market.

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NASDAQ announced that SanDisk will replace Atlassian in the NASDAQ-100 Index on April 20, which is expected to trigger significant institutional buying. SanDisk's stock price has risen 259% this year, while Atlassian has fallen 65%. Wall Street analysts are optimistic about SanDisk, with Mizuho and Bernstein raising their target prices to $1,000 and $1,250, respectively, maintaining an "outperform" rating

- Nasdaq announced that SanDisk (SNDK) will replace Atlassian (TEAM) in the Nasdaq 100 Index before market opening on April 20.  
- This change reflects SanDisk's critical role in data storage and semiconductors amid a market shift towards AI and data economy infrastructure, while Atlassian faces challenging valuation pressures.  
- As of last Friday, SanDisk's share price rose 259% to $851.77, while Atlassian fell 65% to $57.15, with analysts raising SanDisk's target prices significantly, indicating strong market confidence.

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SanDisk being included in the NASDAQ-100 is likely to trigger a large amount of institutional buying, with its stock price having risen 259% this year

Last week saw mixed results in the markets, with the Dow Jones down 0.56% and the S&P 500 down 0.11%, while the Nasdaq rose 0.14%. The U.S. 10-year yield increased to 4.32%, and oil prices remained around $95. Bitcoin traded near $73,000, and gold approached record levels, indicating ongoing investor interest in hedges amid energy risks and rate pressures.

- Last week, stock indexes displayed mixed results, with the Dow Jones falling 0.56% and the S&P 500 decreasing by 0.11%, while the Nasdaq rose by 0.14%.  
- The U.S. 10-year yield increased to 4.32%, and oil prices hovered near $95, indicating ongoing energy risk and rate pressures in the market.  
- Despite the fluctuations, Bitcoin approached $73,000 and gold remained near record levels, highlighting continued investor interest in hedging strategies.

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The Week That Was, The Week Ahead: Macro and Markets, April 12

Blue Sky Capital Consultants Group Inc. increased its stake in ProShares UltraPro QQQ (NASDAQ:TQQQ) by 98.5% in Q4, owning 45,756 shares valued at $2.41 million. Other hedge funds also raised their positions in the ETF. ProShares UltraPro QQQ has a market cap of $28.25 billion and a current price of $49.17, with a 1-year high of $60.69. The fund aims for triple the daily performance of the NASDAQ-100 Index and recently announced a quarterly dividend of $0.0716 per share.

- Blue Sky Capital Consultants Group Inc. increased its stake in ProShares UltraPro QQQ by 98.5% during the fourth quarter, holding 45,756 shares valued at $2,412,000.  
- Other hedge funds also raised their positions significantly, with Halbert Hargrove Global Advisors LLC increasing by 100% and Howard Capital Management Inc. by 83.6%.  
- ProShares UltraPro QQQ, which aims for triple the daily performance of the NASDAQ-100 Index, reported a dividend yield of 0.6% following a recent quarterly dividend announcement.

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1. ETH has dropped 55% from its peak. 2. Uncertainty surrounds Iran negotiations, with Trump suggesting a potential naval blockade. 3. Sky co-founder Rune's 7x leveraged short position in the Nasdaq 100 led to a -22.68% portfolio return. 4. WLFI co-founder clarifies that WLFI is not linked to TRUMP meme or CIC Digital Company, focusing on its USD1 stablecoin. 5. Polymarket shows a 47% chance of the Iran-Israel/US conflict ending before April 15, down 22% in 24 hours. 6. Iran and the US have key disagreements, per Iranian officials. 7. Machi Dage's winning streak ends, incurring a $192,000 loss on BTC.

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State Street (NYSE:STT) is launching a Nasdaq 100 Index ETF, competing with Invesco, and expanding its partnership with Thornburg Investment Management for ETF servicing. Shareholders are proposing a policy for an independent board chair, adding governance considerations. These developments may affect investor perceptions regarding State Street's product positioning and fee structures. Currently, STT's price is about 3% below analyst targets, with a valuation gap of 20.5% below fair value. Investors should monitor ETF flows and governance issues alongside product updates.

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Best Week for Stocks in Months: Iran Truce Hopes, Oil Drop, and Earnings Optimism

Why inflation is the economic problem of the decade

Bank earnings, US-Iran talks, and signs of stability for stocks: What to watch this week

Have President Donald Trump's Actions in Iran Done Irreparable Damage to the Stock Market? One Data Point Tells the Tale.

History says the best time to buy stocks may be imminent