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SMX (Security Matters) Plc is a holding company, which engages in the provision of authentication solutions. It offers brand protection, authentication, and track and trace technology. The company was founded by Haggai Alon on July 1, 2022 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

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SMX (Security Matters) PLC

SMX is trending after securing a $250 million capital commitment that extends its operational runway to 2028, fueling community debate between those anticipating a major short squeeze as the company shifts to revenue generation, and others worried about continued dilution and fundamental value.

Churchill Capital Corp. X is a blank check company, which was created for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company was founded by Michael Klein on January 4, 2024 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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Churchill Capital Corp X 

With its S-4 registration now effective and the merger vote scheduled for February 12, Churchill Capital Corp X (to become Infleqtion) is gaining significant attention. The community is buzzing about its collaboration with NASA on a quantum gravity sensor mission and new energy sector contracts, widely considering the company undervalued compared to peers given its leading neutral-atom technology and existing revenue streams.

Fiserv, Inc. engages in the provision of financial services technology. It operates through the Merchant and Financial segments. The Merchant segment offers commerce-enabling products and services including merchant acquiring and digital commerce and mobile payment services, and security and fraud protection, stored-value, and pay-by-bank solutions to companies of all sizes. The Financial segment provides products and services such as processing of customer loan and deposit accounts, digital payments, and card transactions to financial institutions and corporate and public sector clients. The company was founded by Leslie M. Muma and George D. Dalton on July 31, 1984 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Fiserv, Inc.

Following its recent earnings report, Fiserv is seeing divided community discussion around its perceived deep value and turnaround potential under new leadership, while concerns persist over its debt, shrinking margins, and the broader fintech sector's challenges.

Oscar Health, Inc. is a health insurance company, which serves its customers through a technology platform. It offers individual and family, small group and medicare advantage plans, and technology platform to others within the provider and payor space. The company was founded by Mario Tobias Schlosser, Kevin Nazemi, and Joshua Kushner on October 25, 2012 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Oscar Health Inc - Ordinary Shares - Class A

Oscar Health is generating buzz following its latest earnings report, where a substantial 2026 guidance predicting profitability and record membership growth is fueling a bullish narrative. This optimism directly contrasts with a quarterly financial miss that has skeptics questioning the sustainability of its aggressive forward outlook amidst broader healthcare sector uncertainties.

Jumia Technologies AG engages in the provision of logistic services. It operates a pan-African e-commerce platform. It operates through the following geographical segments: West Africa, North Africa, East and South Africa, Europe, United Arab Emirates, and Others. The company was founded by Jeremy Hodara, Sacha Poignonnec, Peter Allerstorfer, Manuel Koser, Tunde Kehinde, and Raphael Afaedor in 2012 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

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Jumia Technologies is trending following its Q4 earnings report which showcased a massive reduction in cash burn and accelerating growth, with the CEO asserting no capital raise is needed to reach profitability. The community is highly bullish on Jumia's trajectory as the "Amazon of Africa" in a rapidly growing market, further fueled by recent positive analyst coverage and high price targets.

Evommune, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company. It engages in the development of medicines for inflammatory diseases. The company was founded by Luis C. Pena, Eugene Andrew Bauer, and Hans Hofland in 2020 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

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Evommune Inc

Evommune Inc. is seeing significant pre-market momentum following positive top-line data from its Phase 2a trial for EVO301 in moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, sparking a polarized community debate between bullish expectations of a short squeeze and warnings of a potential dump at market open.

Spotify Technology SA engages in the provision of digital music services. It operates through the Premium and Ad-Supported segments. The Premium segment provides subscribers with online and offline streaming access of music and podcasts on computers, tablets, and mobile devices. The Ad-Supported segment offers users with limited on-demand online access of music and unlimited online access of podcasts on computers, tablets, and mobile and smart devices. The company was founded by Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon on December 27, 2006 and is headquartered in Luxembourg.

Spotify Technology S.A.

Spotify is rallying after a strong earnings report showcased impressive user and subscriber growth alongside improved profitability and optimistic guidance, prompting analyst upgrades and expectations for higher price targets. The community is actively discussing these strategic gains, even as debate continues around recent subscription price increases and competition in the streaming sector.

United States Antimony Corp. engages in the extraction, processing and sale of antimony, zeolite, silver, and gold products. It operates through the following segments: United States Antimony Operations, Mexican Antimony Operations, Precious Metals Recovery, and United States Zeolite Operations. The company was founded by John C. Lawrence in June 1968 and is headquartered in Thompson Falls, MT.

United States Antimony Corp.

United States Antimony Corp

United States Antimony (UAMY) is a top trending stock following a new joint venture with Americas Gold and Silver to construct a domestic hydromet processing facility for critical minerals, including antimony. The news, amplified by CEO media appearances, is sparking community excitement about bolstering the U.S. supply chain and the potential for a significant short squeeze in the sector.

S&P Global, Inc. engages in the provision of transparent and independent ratings, benchmarks, analytics, and data to the capital and commodity markets worldwide. It operates through the following segments: Market Intelligence, Ratings, Commodity Insights, Mobility, Indices, and Engineering Solutions. The Market Intelligence segment provides multi-asset-class data and analytics integrated with purpose-built workflow solutions. The Ratings segment is involved in credit ratings, research, and analytics, offering investors and other market participants information, ratings, and benchmarks. The Commodity Insights segment focuses on information and benchmark prices for the commodity and energy markets. The Mobility segment offers solutions serving the full automotive value chain including vehicle manufacturers, automotive suppliers, mobility service providers, retailers, consumers, and finance and insurance companies. The Engineering Solutions segment engages in advanced knowledge discovery technologies, research tools, and software-based engineering decision engines to advance innovation, maximize productivity, improve quality, and reduce risk. The company was founded by James H. McGraw and John A. Hill in 1917 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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S&P Global is experiencing a significant sell-off following a weak earnings outlook that has intensified community concerns about AI disruption to its financial data and research services. The market is sharply repricing the stock, sparking debate among investors over whether this represents an overreaction or a fundamental threat to its long-term business model.

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is a premier global media and entertainment company, which engages in the provision of a differentiated portfolio of content, brands, and franchises across television, film, streaming, and gaming. It operates through the following segments: Studios, Networks, Direct-to-Consumer (DTC), and Corporate. The Studios segment includes producing and releasing feature films for initial exhibition in theaters, producing and initial licensing television programs to networks services as well as third parties, distributing films and television programs to various third party, internal television, and streaming services, distribution through the home entertainment market related consumer products, and themed experience licensing and interactive gaming. The Networks segment focuses on domestic and international television networks. The DTC segment is involved in premium pay-television and streaming services. The company was founded on June 17, 1985 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is trending as Paramount (PSKY) enhances its $30-per-share offer with additional conditions, drawing community skepticism, while Netflix's (NFLX) proposed acquisition faces intensifying antitrust scrutiny from the Justice Department. This dynamic fuels shareholder debate on whether Netflix will counter or if regulatory hurdles will pave the way for Paramount, maintaining uncertainty in the ongoing bidding war.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Morgan Stanley analyst James Faucette explained that the recent dip in Affirm’s share price creates what he sees as a “compelling” opportunity for investors.&nbsp;</li><li>AFRM stock has declined by over 16% year-to-date.&nbsp;</li><li>For its second-quarter (Q2) fiscal 2026, analysts expect a revenue of $1.05 billion and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.84.&nbsp;</li></ul>Morgan Stanley has shifted its stance on Affirm Holdings Inc. (AFRM), upgrading the stock to an ‘Overweight’ recommendation from ‘Equal Weight’ with a revised price target of $76, down from the previous $83 ahead of its earnings on Thursday.&nbsp; This marks a renewed vote of confidence in the buy-now, pay-later fintech despite recent pressure on its shares and concerns around consumer credit trends, according to TheFly.&nbsp;However, the price target was revised to reflect near-term growth and credit risks.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/AFRM">Affirm stock</a> traded over 4% higher in Tuesday’s premarket. However, on Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘bearish’ territory, and message volume changed to ‘high’ from ‘normal’ levels in 24 hours.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_02_03_053816_png_0d57ae7d80.webp" alt="AFRM’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 05:15 a.m. ET on Feb. 3, 2026 | Source: Stocktwits" width="929" height="103"><figcaption>AFRM’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 05:15 a.m. ET on Feb. 3, 2026 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">Why Did Morgan Stanley Shift Its Stance On AFRM?</h2>Morgan Stanley analyst James Faucette explained that the recent dip in Affirm’s share price creates what he sees as a “compelling” opportunity for investors, particularly given uncertainties tied to growth slowdown and credit conditions.&nbsp;The firm’s review suggests the challenges impacting Affirm, particularly the deceleration in growth and elevated consumer credit concerns, are likely temporary and should ease over time.&nbsp;Morgan Stanley reiterated its belief in the broader buy-now, pay-later (BNPL) segment’s increasing share of e-commerce payments, and positions Affirm as a pivotal participant in that shift.AFRM stock has declined by over 16% year-to-date.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">New Alliances Strengthen Platform Expansion&nbsp;</h2>Affirm has announced a series of partnerships this year, expanding its payments platform business. The company formed a long-term alliance with Intuit Inc. (INTU) to integrate its pay-over-time solution into QuickBooks Payments, providing small and medium-sized enterprises with enhanced checkout flexibility while improving cash flow.The company has also deepened its collaboration with Expedia Group (EXPE), naming Affirm as the exclusive installment payment option across Expedia’s key U.S. travel brands, aiming to help customers book trips with more ease.For its second-quarter (Q2) fiscal 2026, analysts expect a revenue of $1.05 billion and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.84.&nbsp;AFRM stock has gained over 3% in the last 12 months.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/us-banks-meet-white-house-on-crypto-market-structure/cZbi8f0R4ll">US Banks Meet White House On Crypto Market Structure As Stablecoin Rewards Divide Deepens</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Affirm Gets A Morgan Stanley Upgrade Ahead Of Earnings – Firm Sees AFRM Stock’s Weakness As A ‘Compelling’ Opportunity 

The firm’s review suggests the challenges impacting Affirm are likely temporary and should ease over time. 

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Integrated payments and commerce technology company Shift4 Payments, Inc. (FOUR) agreed to buy Australia’s Smartpay for $180 million.Smartpay is an independent provider of payment processing and point-of-sale solutions in Australia and New Zealand. It supports more than 40,000 merchants in the region.Shift4’s purchase price of NZ$ $1.20 per share ($0.71 per share) represented a 46.5% premium to Smartpay’s 90-day trading day volume weighted average price. The New Zealand Stock Exchange-listed shares of Smartpay jumped over 11% on Monday.The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment toward&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/FOUR">Shift4 stock</a> was ‘bearish’ (37/100), and the message volume was ‘low.’<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:621/58;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_06_23_at_2_52_38_AM_png_48eca0b260.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-06-23 at 2.52.38 AM.png" width="621" height="58"><figcaption>FOUR sentiment and message volume as of 2:53 a.m. ET, June 23 | source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Shift4 stock is down over 11% so far this year.Smartpay sells tailored payment solutions through an extensive distribution network across Australia and New Zealand, supporting a diverse base of more than 40,000 merchants in the region. Subject to regulatory approvals, the acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025.Shift4 CEO Taylor Lauber said, “This acquisition follows the Shift4 playbook to a tee. It deepens our strategic presence in Australia and New Zealand, providing a significant opportunity to offer our full suite of software and payments solutions in the region.”The company noted that it has successfully executed a similar strategy of combining acquisitions to deliver an integrated payment experience with localized distribution, service, and support, valuable merchant-facing products, and owned payment rails to rapidly scale in other regions, most recently in Germany, the UK, and Ireland.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/nasdaq-sp-500-edge-lower-oil-spikes-briefly-as-analysts-downplay-fallout/chmPM6GRR5X">Markets Unruffled By US Bombing in Iran? Nasdaq, S&amp;P 500 Futures Edge Lower While Oil Spikes Briefly As Analysts Downplay Fallout</a>

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Shift4 To Buy Smartpay For $180M To Deepen Australia-New Zealand Footprint: Retail Shrugs For Now

Shift4 sees the deal deepening its strategic presence in Australia and New Zealand, providing a significant opportunity to offer its full suite of software and payments solutions in the region

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Visa Stock Outlook: Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish?

Despite underperforming other payment stocks over the past year, analysts remain strongly bullish on Visa’s prospects.

Payments giant Mastercard Inc (MA) <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241220165251/en/Mastercard-Finalizes-Acquisition-of-Recorded-Future">announced</a> on Friday it has completed the acquisition of threat intelligence firm Recorded Future. Shares of Mastercard were trading over 1% higher on Friday afternoon.Recorded Future is the world’s largest threat intelligence company, with over 1,900 clients across 75 countries, including the governments of 45 countries and over 50% of the Fortune 100. The company provides real-time visibility into potential threats by analyzing a broad set of data sources.Executive vice president of Security Solutions at Mastercard Johan Gerber said that with the world becoming more digitized, there's an increased focus on securing every interaction and transaction against evolving cyber threats.“Adding Recorded Future’s AI-driven threat intelligence capabilities to our cybersecurity services, identity solutions and real-time fraud scoring will enable us to better support our customers in these efforts,” Gerber added.In September this year, Mastercard had announced that it is set to acquire Recorded Future from Insight Partners for $2.65 billion. Insight Partners had reportedly acquired a controlling interest in the firm in 2019.Notably, cybercrime is projected to cost $9.2 trillion globally in 2024 alone. The acquisition of Recorded Future will add to Mastercard’s identity, fraud prevention, real-time decisioning and cybersecurity services, bringing expanded threat intelligence capabilities to its network of merchants and financial institutions.Meanwhile, retail sentiment on Stocktwits continued to trend in the ‘bearish’ territory (44/100), albeit with a higher score. The move was accompanied by high message volumes.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1852/430;" src="https://st-everywhere-cms-prod.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Screenshot_2024_12_20_at_1_26_27_PM_c2cefa3267.png" alt="Mastercard’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 1:08 p.m. ET on Dec. 20, 2024 | Source: Stocktwits" width="1852" height="430"><figcaption>Mastercard’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 1:08 p.m. ET on Dec. 20, 2024 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Earlier this week, Mastercard’s board of directors <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/mastercard-raises-cash-dividend-announces-12-billion-dollar-buyback-program/cJaV8PjR1N">declared</a> a quarterly cash dividend of $0.76 per share, and a new share repurchase program.The cash dividend represents a 15% increase over the previous dividend of $0.66 per share and will be paid on Feb. 7, 2025 to holders of record of its Class A common stock and Class B common stock as of Jan. 9, 2025.The company’s new share buyback program authorizes it to repurchase up to $12 billion of its Class A common stock.Meanwhile, shares of Mastercard have gained over 25% since the beginning of the year.Also See: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/november-pce-inflation-comes-in-lower-than-expected/cJar9RTRSo">November PCE Inflation Comes In Lower Than Expected, Pushes Benchmark Indices Higher: Retail Sentiment Mixed</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Mastercard Completes Acquisition Of Threat Intelligence Firm Recorded Future: Retail Sentiment Score Improves

Mastercard believes adding Recorded Future’s AI-driven threat intelligence capabilities to its cybersecurity services, identity solutions and real-time fraud scoring will enable the firm to better support its customers.

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