Hims & Hers Health Stock: A Millionaire-Maker in the Making? — Positive

HIMS   The Motley Fool — February 18, 2025

Shares of direct-to-consumer telehealth platform Hims & Hers Health (HIMS 2.18%) have become a runaway freight train. The stock has returned nearly 20-fold returns from its 2022 lows, including a blistering 490% over the past year alone.

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WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InterDigital, Inc. (Nasdaq: IDCC), a mobile, video, and AI technology research and development company and Keysight Technologies today announced that they will demonstrate dynamic AI-enabled sensing capabilities at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025.

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Billionaire Investor Bill Ackman Predicts That One of His Largest Positions Will More Than Double Within Four Years (Hint: Not Chipotle)

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Dropbox: Low Growth, Fair Valuation And Competition Risks — Positive

DBX   Seeking Alpha — February 18, 2025

Dropbox operates in a competitive market, showing strong features but limited EPS growth, leading to a "hold" rating. The company enhances governance and collaboration, reduces capex, and uses gen AI for productivity. Financially, Dropbox has better gross margins than Box but lags in revenue growth and efficiency, issuing significant debt for buybacks.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Globavend Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: GVH) (the “Company” or “Globavend”), an emerging e-commerce logistics provider, today announced that it received a letter from the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) on February 13, 2025, indicating that the Company is granted an additional 180 calendar days, or until August 11, 2025, to regain compliance of the $1.00 minimum bid price requirement for continued listing of the Company's ordinary shares (the “Ordinary Shares”) on the Nasdaq Capital Market, as set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rules (the “Minimum Bid Price Requirement”).

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iQIYI Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results — Neutral

IQ   GlobeNewsWire — February 18, 2025

BEIJING, Feb. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- iQIYI, Inc. (Nasdaq: IQ) (“iQIYI” or the “Company”), a leading provider of online entertainment video services in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024.

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CAMARILLO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC), a high-performance semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems and cloud connectivity service provider, today announced availability of the RClamp10022PWQ, a two-line transient voltage suppressor designed specifically for automotive Ethernet applications. The new device is fully compliant with Open Alliance specifications for 10BASE-T1S, 100BASE-T1 and 1000BASE-T1 automotive Ethernet interfaces. The RClamp10022PWQ featu.

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InterDigital to demonstrate wireless, video, and AI innovation, research collaboration with Keysight, and expertise on the future of 6G and immersive video

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Baidu Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Results — Neutral

BIDU   PRNewsWire — February 18, 2025

BEIJING , Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888 (HKD Counter) and 89888 (RMB Counter)) ("Baidu" or the "Company"), a leading AI company with a strong Internet foundation, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. "2024 marked a pivotal year in our ongoing transformation from an internet-centric to an AI-first business.

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Etex and Cognizant team up to boost innovation with AI and Automation — Neutral

CTSH   PRNewsWire — February 18, 2025

Renewed collaboration will see Cognizant provide support across IT services with the aim of reducing overall costs and significantly improving the user experience BRUSSELS , Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) today announced the extension of its agreement with Etex, a global leader in sustainable building materials and lightweight construction. The five-year collaboration will involve implementing specific GenAI and chatbot solutions to enhance user experience and automate tasks, ensuring stable and optimized delivery.

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Americas Gold and Silver: An Undervalued Mid-Tier Producer — Positive

USAS   Seeking Alpha — February 18, 2025

Silver and silver miners are poised for a breakout, with silver needing to surpass $35 for significant gains. Americas Gold and Silver has strong potential due to the Galena mine, new management, and high leverage to silver prices. Despite past issues, the company offers significant upside if silver prices rise, with potential for high free cash flow.

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NANO Nuclear: 5 Things To Know Before Investing — Positive

NNE   Seeking Alpha — February 18, 2025

NANO Nuclear has seen an eye-popping price increase since listing last year and continues to make strong gains in 2025 too. Its USP is micro-reactors, which offer several advantages over more conventional ones and in recognition of these, have received US government support as well. Despite strong investor interest and ample liquidity, NANO Nuclear's case is weak for the short to medium term, going by its high market multiples compared to peers.

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Broadcom reportedly has some interest in Intel's design business. But one analyst says “a lot seems like it needs to happen” for a deal to become reality.

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Bullish Action In Weyerhaeuser Is A Signal For Lumber — Positive

WY   Seeking Alpha — February 18, 2025

Falling mortgage rates and pent-up housing demand could boost new home construction, driving higher lumber demand and supporting WY shares. Scale-down buying has been effective, with WY shares recovering from January lows and Q4 earnings beating forecasts despite missing revenue targets. WY's unique REIT structure with timberland assets and a 2.84% dividend yield make it an attractive investment amid improving market conditions.

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I recommend a hold rating for Coca-Cola Europacific Partners stock due to ongoing volume decline in Western Europe and uncertainties in Indonesia, despite strong execution and growth in the Philippines. CCEP reported EUR 20.7 billion in revenue for FY24, with a 3.5% y/y growth, but volume weakness in Western Europe remains a concern. While CCEP has strong long-term potential, I prefer to wait for more clarity on volume recovery before turning bullish again.

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Apple: Has One Of The Biggest Opportunities In The World Ahead Of It — Positive

AAPL   Seeking Alpha — February 18, 2025

Apple's extensive ecosystem and premium positioning provide a competitive edge, with affluent customers willing to invest in health-enhancing services, boosting high-margin service sales. Apple's design prowess and user-friendly approach can disrupt medical device markets. Probabaly helping Apple to become the largest Health Company in the world. Apple's commitment to privacy ensures customer trust, making it a reliable platform for sensitive health data and further solidifying its position in the health tech market.

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Lower Levered Ares Capital Still Generates More Than Enough — Neutral

ARCC   Seeking Alpha — February 18, 2025

Ares Capital consistently outperforms its dividend payouts, maintaining a stable $0.48 per quarter despite lower leverage and fluctuating Fed rates. Management remains cautious about increasing leverage and dividends, focusing on maintaining strong earnings and downside protection amid potential possible recession risks. The company reviewed $650 billion in opportunities, committing $5 billion, showcasing its competitive edge in various market segments.

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Delta Air Lines Regional Plane Crashes and Flips Over. What to Know. — Negative

DAL   Barrons — February 18, 2025

The Delta incident comes just weeks after an American Airlines regional flight collided with an Army helicopter, killing everyone involved.

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Best Growth Stocks to Buy for February 18th — Positive

BOOT  EAT  GBX   Zacks Investment Research — February 18, 2025

EAT, BOOT, and GBX it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on February 31, 2024.

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BHP slides as weak iron ore prices eat into profit, dividend slashed — Negative

BHP   Proactive Investors — February 18, 2025

BHP Group Ltd shares headed lower on Tuesday after the miner unveiled a slump in profit and cut its dividend on the back of weak iron ore prices. Underlying attributable profit sank 23% to US$5.1 billion (£4.0 billion) in the six months to December 31 on an 8% drop in revenue to US$25.2 billion, BHP reported on Tuesday.

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