Microsoft’s stock has roared back to life and is now headed for its highest close of the year
Microsoft shares got off to a rough start this year, but investors have warmed to the company’s AI narrative over the last few months. Source：MarketWatch
Nike’s stock is one of the worst in the S&P 500 — and BofA says it’s not done sliding
BofA analysts say they now expect falling sales through May, dashing prior hopes for a “spring inflection.” Source：MarketWatch
A 10% risk-free yield? For some, yes.
This could be a bargain, especially for very high earners and those in hightax locations. Source：MarketWatch
This is why you might see 8% mortgage rates soon
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How do I know when to ask someone out? I’m 21 and I don’t want to waste my money or my time.
“What signs of mutual interest should someone realistically look for?” Source：MarketWatch
Strategy seeks shareholder approval for daily preferred stock dividends
Strategy’s proposal would move STRC and its three other preferred stocks to daily dividend payments, following a similar move by Bitcoin treasury firm Strive.…
Micron investors should get ready for a seesaw ride, analyst says
The timing of an Nvidia product ramp may require a balancing act for Micron investors, as some estimated revenue shifts toward next year instead of this year.…
Apple’s expensive new iPhones could be a double-edged sword for the company
Bernstein analysts suggest Wall Street isn’t properly modeling the extent to which gross margins, a profit metric, could take a hit due to the rising costs of…
Tesla’s stock falls as launch of Semi truck fails to excite investors
Autonomous trucking represents a compelling opportunity for Tesla, but it’s unclear what the company’s initial Semi targets look like. Source：MarketWatch
Crypto Biz: Wall Street and crypto fight for the same turf
Stablecoins and tokenized assets are pushing banks, exchanges and crypto companies into the same markets, from payments to stocks and ETFs. Source：Cointelegraph
Tokenization is moving faster than Washington
Regulatory clarity is not simply a legal or political issue, argues former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. It is an economic one. Source：CoinDesk
Strategy proposes daily dividends to bring STRC back toward $100
STRC has remained below $100 since May, despite a 12% dividend rate and roughly $1 billion in preferred share buybacks. Source：CoinDesk