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QQQ is trending amid a sharp intraday reversal, prompting discussions about potential market manipulation and the strength of the AI sector following Nvidia's earnings; traders are actively debating whether this pullback represents a buying opportunity or the start of a deeper correction, with some pointing to possible Yen carry trade issues.

Bitcoin is the world's first decentralized cryptocurrency, created in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto. It enables peer-to-peer electronic cash transactions without intermediaries like banks or governments, operating on a blockchain secured by Proof of Work mining and the SHA-256 cryptographic algorithm.   With a fixed supply cap of 21 million coins and programmatic halvings every four years that reduce miner rewards, Bitcoin is designed as a deflationary digital asset often called "digital gold." Its value stems from solving the double-spending problem without trusted intermediaries, creating the first truly scarce digital asset with censorship resistance and permissionless access that no government, corporation, or individual can control.  Bitcoin operates as a decentralized peer-to-peer network where transactions are recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain, distributed across thousands of computers globally. Transactions are grouped into blocks added approximately every 10 minutes through mining, where specialized computers compete to solve complex mathematical puzzles.   Bitcoin has achieved mainstream adoption through multiple vectors. The January 2024 SEC approval of 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs opened Bitcoin investment to traditional finance participants, and corporations like Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) are using Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset to protect against currency debasement, offering MSTR holders amplified exposure to Bitcoin.   The Bitcoin ecosystem continues to evolve with innovations like Ordinals, which emerged in January 2023 to enable NFT-like functionality directly on Bitcoin, and BRC-20 tokens, an experimental standard for creating fungible tokens using Ordinal inscriptions. BTCFi (Bitcoin Finance) represents emerging financial applications extending beyond Bitcoin's traditional role, with protocols like Babylon allowing Bitcoin holders to stake BTC to secure Proof of Stake chains.

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Bitcoin is experiencing volatility, sparking debates about a potential market bottom and the influence of large institutional players. Community discussions revolve around whether this dip presents a buying opportunity or signals a deeper correction, with some pointing to macro factors and potential liquidations as drivers. Sentiment is mixed, with bullish and bearish arguments clashing amidst the price swings.

NVIDIA Corp. engages in the design and manufacture of computer graphics processors, chipsets, and related multimedia software. It operates through the following segments: Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) and Compute & Networking. The Graphics segment includes GeForce GPUs for gaming and PCs, the GeForce NOW game streaming service and related infrastructure, Quadro and NVIDIA RTX GPUs for enterprise workstation graphics, virtual GPU, or vGPU, software for cloud-based visual and virtual computing, automotive platforms for infotainment systems, and Omniverse Enterprise software for building and operating metaverse and 3D internet applications. The Compute & Networking segment consists of Data Center accelerated computing platforms and end-to-end networking platforms including Quantum for InfiniBand and Spectrum for Ethernet, NVIDIA DRIVE automated-driving platform and automotive development agreements, Jetson robotics and other embedded platforms, NVIDIA AI Enterprise and other software, and DGX Cloud software and services. The company was founded by Jen Hsun Huang, Chris A. Malachowsky, and Curtis R. Priem in April 1993 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

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Nvidia's stock is trending amid upgrades from analysts, though some community members express concern over valuation relative to competitors and potential interconnect hurdles in the AI sector. Despite strong earnings, the stock experienced a selloff, leading to discussions about a possible short squeeze and whether AI constitutes a bubble.

Walmart, Inc. engages in the retail and wholesale business. The company offers an assortment of merchandise and services at everyday low prices. It operates through the following business segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. The Walmart U.S. segment operates as a mass merchandiser of consumer products, operating under the Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market brands, including walmart.com. The Walmart International segment includes operations of wholly-owned subsidiaries in Canada, Chile, China, and Africa, and majority-owned subsidiaries in India, as well as Mexico and Central America. The Sam's Club segment manages membership-only warehouse clubs and operates samsclub.com. The company was founded by Samuel Moore Walton and James Lawrence Walton on July 2, 1962 and is headquartered in Bentonville, AR.

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Walmart is trending due to strong Q3 earnings and raised FY26 guidance, sparking bullish sentiment among investors; discussions include the impact of e-commerce growth and a planned move to the Nasdaq. Community members are debating whether Walmart's performance signals broader economic strength or if it's a safe haven during market uncertainty, while also pondering its valuation relative to tech companies.

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SPY is experiencing heavy volatility, sparking discussions about a potential market correction and whether dip-buying strategies will continue to pay off. Some community members are pointing to broader macroeconomic concerns and the influence of crypto markets, while others are eyeing key support levels for potential reversals. The conversation highlights uncertainty around near-term market direction.

NIO, Inc. is a holding company which engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of electric vehicles. Its products include the EP9 supercar and ES8 7-seater SUV. It provides users with home charging, power express valet services, and other power solutions including access to public charging, access to power mobile charging trucks, and battery swapping. It also offers other value-added services such as service package, battery payment arrangement, and vehicle financing and license plate registration. The company was founded by Bin Li and Li Hong Qin on November 28, 2014 and is headquartered in Jiading, China.

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NIO is trending downwards, frustrating investors who cite strong deliveries and question the stock's valuation relative to peers. Community members speculate about market manipulation and potential short squeezes while bracing for upcoming earnings. Despite the negative price action, some investors remain optimistic, viewing the current dip as a buying opportunity based on the company's long-term potential.

Strategy, Inc. engages in the provision of enterprise analytics and mobility software. The firm designs, develops, markets, and sells software platforms through licensing arrangements and cloud-based subscriptions and related services. Its product packages include Hyper. The company was founded by Michael J. Saylor and Sanjeev K. Bansal on November 17, 1989, and is headquartered in Vienna, VA.

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Strategy is trending as the price of Bitcoin fluctuates, impacting MicroStrategy's value as a major BTC holder; the community is closely watching key support levels. Discussions revolve around analyst Tom Lee's commentary and potential short squeezes, with some expressing concerns about solvency and potential liquidation. Recent whale activity and overall market sentiment add to the volatility.

Micron Technology, Inc. engages in the provision of innovative memory and storage solutions. It operates through the following segments: Compute and Networking Business Unit (CNBU), Mobile Business Unit (MBU), Embedded Business Unit (EBU), and Storage Business Unit (SBU). The CNBU segment includes memory products and solutions sold into client, cloud server, enterprise, graphics, and networking markets. The MBU segment is involved in memory and storage products sold into smartphone and other mobile-device markets. The EBU segment focuses on memory and storage products sold into automotive, industrial, and consumer Markets. The SBU segment consists of SSDs and component-level solutions sold into enterprise and cloud, client, and consumer storage markets. The company was founded by Ward D. Parkinson, Joseph Leon Parkinson, Dennis Wilson, and Doug Pitman on October 5, 1978 and is headquartered in Boise, ID.

Micron Technology Inc.

Micron Technology Inc

Micron is trending following a target price increase from UBS and rising memory prices linked to AI data-center demand, fueling discussions about its growth potential. Community members are weighing the bullish outlook against concerns of an overbought condition after the stock's significant year-to-date gains. Discussions also focus on potential short-term pullbacks versus long-term opportunities in the semiconductor space.

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SOXL is trending as traders assess its volatile movements amidst optimism in the AI sector. Community discussions revolve around dip-buying strategies and potential profit-taking points, especially with upcoming earnings from key semiconductor players like NVDA. The ongoing government shutdown and concerns about AI valuations add to the uncertainty surrounding this leveraged ETF.

Ripple is the catchall name for the cryptocurrency platform, the transactional protocol for which is actually XRP, in the same fashion as Ethereum is the name for the platform that facilitates trades in Ether. Like other cryptocurrencies, Ripple is built atop the idea of a distributed ledger network which requires various parties to participate in validating transactions, rather than any singular centralized authority. That facilitates transactions all over the world, and transfer fees are far cheaper than the likes of bitcoin. Unlike other cryptocurrencies, XRP transfers are effectively immediate, requiring no typical confirmation time.  Ripple was originally founded by a single company, Ripple Labs, and continues to be backed by it, rather than the larger network of developers that continue bitcoin’s development. It also doesn’t have a fluctuating amount of its currency in existence. Where bitcoin has a continually growing pool with an eventual maximum, and Ethereum theoretically has no limit, Ripple was created with all of its 100 billion XRP tokens right out of the gate. That number is maintained with no mining and most of the tokens are owned and held by Ripple Labs itself — around 60 billion at the latest count.  Even at the recently reduced value of around half a dollar per XRP, that means Ripple Labs is currently sitting on around $20 billion worth of the cryptocurrency (note: Ripple’s price crashed hard recently, and may be worth far less than $60 billion by time you read this). It holds 55 billion XRP in an escrow account, which allows it to sell up to a billion per month if it so chooses in order to fund new projects and acquisitions. Selling such an amount would likely have a drastic effect on the cryptocurrency’s value, and isn’t something Ripple Labs plans to do anytime soon.  In actuality, Ripple Labs is looking to leverage the technology behind XRP to allow for faster banking transactions around the world. While Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are built on the idea of separating financial transactions from the financial organizations of traditional currencies, Ripple is almost the opposite in every sense.  XRP by Ripple price can be found on this page alongside the market capitalization and additional stats.

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XRP is trending amidst overall crypto market volatility and the launch of new ETFs, sparking debates on their potential impact. Community discussions revolve around whether XRP can decouple from Bitcoin's influence and the significance of upcoming ISO20022 compliance. Some traders express frustration with price stagnation, while others remain optimistic about long-term utility and institutional adoption.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Merck is currently evaluating Sac-TMT in 15 global late-stage trials spanning six tumor types, including breast, endometrial, and lung cancers.</li><li>Separately, the company also said that it has now assumed full responsibility for the development of MK-8690, an investigational drug targeting inflammatory bowel diseases.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Shares of Merck (MRK) traded 1% higher on Tuesday afternoon after the company said that it has entered into a funding agreement with Blackstone Life Sciences to advance its experimental cancer drug.Under the <a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.merck.com/news/merck-enters-into-research-and-development-funding-agreement-with-blackstone-life-sciences-for-sacituzumab-tirumotecan-sac-tmt/">deal</a>, Blackstone will pay Merck $700 million to fund a portion of the development costs for Sacituzumab Tirumotecan or Sac-TMT, an investigational antibody-drug conjugate. An antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) is a type of cancer therapy that combines a targeted antibody with a chemotherapy drug to deliver the drug directly to cancer cells, minimizing damage to healthy cells.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Terms Of The Funding Deal</h2>Merck is currently evaluating the drug in 15 global late-stage trials spanning six tumor types, including breast, endometrial, and lung cancers. The funding agreement will help fund a portion of the development costs in 2026.Blackstone, in return, will be eligible to receive low-to-mid single-digit royalties on net sales of the drug contingent upon receipt of regulatory approval in the U.S. for first-line treatment of triple-negative breast cancer. Blackstone, however, will not receive any right to the drug.Sac-TMT was developed by Sichuan Kelun Pharmaceutical Co. The company granted Merck the exclusive rights to develop, manufacture, and commercialize sac-TMT in all territories outside of Greater China, including Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, under a deal.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Merck Assumes Responsibility For MK-8690</h2>Separately, Merck <a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.merck.com/news/merck-signs-agreement-with-dr-falk-pharma-gmbh-for-certain-development-and-commercialization-rights-to-mk-8690-pra-052-an-investigational-anti-cd30-ligand-monoclonal-antibody/">announced</a> on Tuesday that it has reached an agreement through a unit with Germany’s Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH to discontinue a contract signed in 2020 concerning co-development and co-commercialization rights in certain territories for MK-8690, an investigational drug targeting inflammatory bowel diseases. Merck has now assumed full responsibility for the development program.Dr. Falk will receive $150 million upfront as part of the deal termination and will continue to be eligible to receive payments associated with development milestones, as well as royalties on sales in certain territories.Merck said that it will record a pre-tax charge to research and development expenses of $150 million, or approximately $0.05 per share, in its fourth quarter results as a result of the discontinuation of the deal.<h2 class="st-heading-2">How Did Stocktwits Users React?</h2>On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/MRK">MRK stock</a> stayed within the ‘bullish’ territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume stayed at ‘high’ levels.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:624/63;" 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width="624" height="63" alt="MRK's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 2:24 p.m. ET on Nov. 4, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits"><figcaption>MRK's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 2:24 p.m. ET on Nov. 4, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure> MRK stock is down 16% this year and approximately 18% over the past 12 months.&nbsp;Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/evok-stock-doubled-in-value-post-qol-medical-deal/cL28jriR36q">EVOK Stock Doubled In Value Today Post QOL Medical Deal, But Still Fails To Hit $11 Mark</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Medicine pill is seen with Merck logo displayed on a screen in the background in this illustration photo taken in Poland on November 5, 2021. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Merck Stock Rises Upon Receipt Of $700M In Funding For Experimental Cancer Drug

The deal will fund a portion of the development costs for Sacituzumab Tirumotecan, also known as Sac-TMT. 

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The deal will fund a portion of the development costs for Sacituzumab Tirumotecan, also known as Sac-TMT. 


<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>In addition to the upfront payment of $8.875 billion, Thermo Fisher has agreed to $125 million in January 2027 and up to $400 million of earn-out payments based on the performance of the business in 2026 and 2027.&nbsp;</li><li>The transaction is expected to be completed by the middle of 2026.</li><li>Thermo Fisher expects the acquisition to be immediately accretive to its adjusted operating margin. &nbsp;</li></ul>Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (TMO) said on Wednesday that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire data solutions provider Clario Holdings for $8.875 billion in cash at close in a bid to accelerate its data capabilities and advance clinical research.In addition to the upfront payment, Thermo Fisher has <a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://newsroom.thermofisher.com/newsroom/press-releases/press-release-details/2025/Thermo-Fisher-Scientific-to-Acquire-Clario-Holdings-Inc--Enabling-Pharma-and-Biotech-Customers-to-Accelerate-Innovation-with-Deeper-Clinical-Insights/default.aspx">agreed</a> to $125 million in January 2027 and up to $400 million in earn-out payments based on the performance of the business in 2026 and 2027, bringing the total deal value to $9.4 billion.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Transaction Impact</h2>The transaction is expected to be completed by the middle of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and approvals from regulators. Upon closing of the deal, Clario will become part of Thermo Fisher’s Laboratory Products and Biopharma Services segment.Thermo Fisher expects the acquisition to be immediately accretive to its adjusted operating margin. It also expects the deal to add $0.45 of adjusted earnings per share in the first year after closing.For the full year 2025, Clario is expected to generate approximately $1.25 billion of revenue. Thermo Fisher added that Clario's business is expected to grow in the high single-digits under its ownership.Clario’s clinical trial endpoint data can support faster, more confident trial decisions, Thermo Fisher noted. Clinical trial endpoint data refers to the specific outcomes or events that are measured to determine whether the treatment being studied is effective and safe, and is essential for regulatory approvals in addition to pipeline development.Earlier this week, the Financial Times had reported that Thermo Fisher is nearing a takeover of Clario.<h2 class="st-heading-2">How Did Stocktwits Users React?</h2>On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/TMO">TMO stock</a> fell from ‘bullish’ to ‘bearish’ territory over the past 24 hours while message volume fell from ‘high’ to ‘low’ levels.The latest acquisition marks Thermo Fisher’s third major acquisition this year, including the acquisition of Sanofi’s Ridgefield, New Jersey site to expand U.S. drug product manufacturing and the buyout of the purification and filtration business of Solventum (SOLV) for about $4 billion in cash.TMO stock is up by 7% this year and by about 2% over the past 12 months.&nbsp;Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/adidas-apparel-surge-fuels-record-revenue-amid-tariff-turbulence/cLGZjg8R3wG">Adidas’ Apparel Surge Fuels Record Revenue Amid Tariff Turbulence</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Thermo Fisher Scientific raised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to a new range of $21.35 to $22.07 | Image Source: Thermo Fisher

Thermo Fisher Adds Clario Holdings In A $9.4B Deal – Its Third Acquisition In 2025

Thermo Fisher expects the acquisition to be immediately accretive to its adjusted operating margin.

Shares of Humana (HUM) rose 3% on Thursday afternoon after the company affirmed its full-year earnings per share guidance provided in July.The insurer stated that it expects adjusted earnings per common share of $17 for the year ending Dec. 31, 2025, and diluted earnings per share of $13.77.The firm also stated that its preliminary 2026 Medicare Advantage (MA) Star Ratings align with the assumptions in its financial planning. As a result, there is no change to the incremental earnings potential for 2025 to 2028. The ratings data provided by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services was inadvertently accessible on CMS Plan Finder for a brief period on Oct. 1, 2025, the company stated.CMS assigns a star rating to Medicare Advantage plans, ranging from one to five, with five being the highest rating. Beneficiaries can use this data to help choose plans, and insurance companies can receive government bonus payments for higher ratings.Humana has about 20% of its members currently enrolled in Medicare plans rated four stars and above for 2026, and 14% of members in 4.5-star plans for 2026, it said.“Based on all information available to date, the company remains confident in its 2026 Individual MA pricing and benefit design, including the expectation that it will double individual MA pre-tax margin in 2026 (excluding Stars), and believes it is positioned to return to membership growth in 2026,” the firm <a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/49071/000004907125000048/hum-20251002.htm">said</a>.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/HUM">HUM stock</a> rose from ‘neutral’ to ‘bullish’ territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume rose from ‘normal’ to ‘high’ levels.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:625/62;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_10_02_at_1_48_22_PM_png_d2e549fd89.webp" alt="HUM's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 2 p.m. ET on Oct. 02, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits" width="625" height="62"><figcaption>HUM's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 2 p.m. ET on Oct. 02, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>A Stocktwits user reported selling their holdings in Humana, citing excessive volatility.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/Felo3179/message/630807403</stembedurl>HUM stock has risen 3% over the past 12 months.&nbsp;Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/immuron-stock-rallies-after-ceo-dismisses-us-pharma-tariff-impact/chCrSSWR3f5">Immuron Stock Rallies After CEO Dismisses US Pharma Tariff Impact, Provides Positive Pipeline Updates</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Humana Stock Rises After Insurer Reaffirms Full-Year Earnings Guidance

The firm also stated that its preliminary 2026 Medicare Advantage Star Ratings align with the assumptions in its financial planning, and as a result, there is no change to the incremental earnings potential for 2025 to 2028.

Shares of Illumina, Inc. (ILMN) rose 6% on Wednesday afternoon after the biotechnology company announced the launch of a new business called BioInsight to accelerate data-driven drug discovery. &nbsp;The new business within the company will focus on developing data assets, software, and artificial intelligence to fuel drug development. It will be led by company veteran Rami Mehio as Senior Vice President and General Manager.BioInsight will bring together strengths across DNA sequencing, data analysis, software, and AI to help customers identify drug targets, understand biological pathways, and discover novel disease mechanisms, Illumina <a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.illumina.com/company/news-center/press-releases/press-release-details.html?newsid=bac27a69-7339-4f9f-9c1e-1fbc262895d4">said</a>."BioInsight, under Rami's guidance, will strengthen Illumina's leadership at the intersection of sequencing, software, and AI, with a focus on supporting pharma in drug target discovery and development," said CEO Jacob Thaysen.The key focus areas of the new business will be working with large national initiatives and industry partners to enable large-scale genetic and biological data generation projects, as well as developing software solutions to analyze multimodal data. It will also focus on developing AI tools through strategic partnerships to build an ecosystem for large-scale multimodal data analysis, in addition to providing platforms to enable private and secure data access for research and pharmaceutical partners.Mehio noted the dramatic reduction in sequencing costs, coupled with a rise in AI capabilities, is changing how biological insights are derived, and the company is now focused on turning this data into meaningful discoveries.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/ILMN">ILMN stock</a> stayed within ‘extremely bullish’ territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume stayed at ‘high’ levels.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:622/60;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_10_01_at_1_55_41_PM_png_e0f82bb5f8.webp" alt="ILMN's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 1:55 p.m. ET on Oct. 01, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits" width="622" height="60"><figcaption>ILMN's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 1:55 p.m. ET on Oct. 01, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>ILMN stock is down by 24% this year and by approximately 22% over the past 12 months.&nbsp;Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/byd-reports-5.5-percent-sales-decline-in-september/chCYJzjR3aH">BYD Reports 5.5% Sales Decline In September</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Illumina Stock Surged 6% Today – Here’s Why

The company announced that its new business will focus on developing data assets, software, and artificial intelligence to drive drug development.

VF Corp (VFC) announced on Monday that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Bluestar Alliance to acquire the Dickies brand for $600 million in cash.The company said that the transaction is expected to close by the end of calendar year 2025. Shares of VF Corp traded over 2% higher in Monday’s pre-market session.Retail sentiment on <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/VFC">VF Corp</a> remained unchanged in the ‘bearish’ territory, with message volumes at ‘normal’ levels, according to data from Stocktwits.Dickies&nbsp;is an American brand that offers clothing primarily in the workwear and streetwear categories, with distribution in 55 countries. “Since 1922, Dickies&nbsp;has provided hard-wearing, long-lasting and comfortable clothes, cementing its status as a storied brand in performance workwear,” said Joseph Gabbay, CEO of Bluestar Alliance, a brand management firm.VF Corp’s CEO Bracken Darrell said he was “confident” that under Bluestar Alliance’s ownership, Dickies will continue to improve and realize its significant growth potential. “As I’ve said before, we continuously evaluate our portfolio and this transaction will enable us to bring our net debt level down and will be accretive to our growth on a pro-forma basis,” Darrell said.VF Corp has been undergoing a turnaround under Darrell, with the company having trimmed jobs and also looking to reduce costs by selling some brands. It is also seeing costs related to the Trump administration’s tariffs on global trading partners. In July, the company noted that the incremental annualized tariff impact would be between $100 million and $120 million, down from its prior estimate of $150 million.Shares of VF Corp have declined nearly 31% this year and have fallen over 18% in the last 12 months.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Also See: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/tesla-shares-surge-elon-musk-purchases-stock-first-time-since-2020/chwwIvpRdUG">Tesla Shares Surge As Elon Musk Discloses First Stock Purchase In Open Market Since 2020: Report</a>

In this photo illustration, the VF Corporation company logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.

VF Corp To Sell Dickies Brand To Bluestar Alliance For $600M

VF Corp said that the transaction is expected to close by the end of calendar year 2025.

The Campbell’s Company (CPB) experienced multiple price target hikes from Wall Street on Thursday, with TD Cowen citing that the packaged food maker’s annual profit guidance was less negative than initially feared, due to an acceleration of cost savings and near-term tariff mitigation.TD Cowen raised its price target to $31 from $29 and maintained a ‘Hold’ rating, according to TheFly. The firm added that the company’s fourth-quarter results were all better than expected.Retail sentiment on <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/CPB">Campbell’s</a> remained unchanged in the ‘bullish’ territory, with chatter at ‘extremely high’ levels, according to data from Stocktwits. The retail user message count on the stock jumped 175% in the last 24 hours, as of Thursday morning, and shares of the firm were down nearly 3% during midday trading.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:806/96;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/CPB_sentiment_png_a93adb3d63.webp" alt="CPB sentiment.png" width="806" height="96"><figcaption>CPB sentiment and message volume September 4, 2025, as of 1:50 pm ET | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Bernstein also raised its price target on Campbell's to $39 from $38 and kept an ‘Outperform’ rating. The firm noted that Campbell's seems to be doing the right things to get the portfolio moving again, investing in brand support and innovation, and fueling these investments with stepped-up productivity improvements.On Wednesday, CEO Mick Beekhuizen stated that consumers remain cautious and are being intentional with their spending, a trend that is expected to persist amid price increases resulting from the Trump administration’s tariffs, which are anticipated to slow demand for goods across the discretionary and consumables categories.Bernstein added that while snack category dynamics remain sluggish, management expects this portfolio to stabilize by the second half of 2026, noting that it's encouraging to see the recent success of more premium products, such as Milano cookies.Campbell’s shares have declined nearly 22% this year and fallen over 36% in the last 12 months.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Also See: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/giii-apparel-ceo-says-company-absorbing-some-tariff-costs/chwdfxyRdYz">G-III Apparel CEO Says Company Absorbing Some Tariff Costs To Stay Competitive, Gain Market Share</a>

Prego brand spaghetti sauce in glass jars. (Source: Getty Images)

Campbell’s Gains Wall Street Confidence With Multiple Price Target Hikes, Retail Chatter Surges

Bernstein raised its price target on Campbell's to $39 from $38 and noted that the company appears to be taking the right steps to revitalize the portfolio, investing in brand support and innovation.

The UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) on Wednesday said that it has approved Biogen Inc.’s (BIIB) Zuranolone to treat moderate or severe postnatal depression (PPD) in adults following childbirth.Postnatal depression is a type of depression that many parents experience after having a baby and is marked by feelings of sadness, irritability, anxiety, loss of interest, extreme fatigue, appetite changes, among others. One in every ten women is affected by postnatal depression within a year of childbirth, as <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-approves-zuranolone-to-treat-postnatal-depression-in-adults-following-childbirth">per </a>MHRA.Biogen’s Zuranolone, under the brand name Zurzuvae, is the first oral treatment for postnatal depression approved in the UK, the agency said.The drug comes as a capsule and should be taken orally at night with a fat-containing meal for 14 days. Common side effects of the medicine include memory impairment, confusion, and fatigue, among others.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BIIB">BIIB stock</a> trended within the ‘bullish’ territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume stayed at ‘normal’ levels.The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) recommended marketing authorization for Zurzuvae last month in the European Union. The drug was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2023. According to Biogen, an estimated 5-20% of women with a pregnancy experience symptoms of PPD in Europe.Zurzuvae was discovered by Sage Therapeutics Inc. (SAGE). In 2020, Biogen and Sage Therapeutics entered into a collaboration to jointly develop and commercialize Zurzuvae in the U.S. As part of the agreement, Biogen received exclusive rights to develop and commercialize Zurzuvae outside of the U.S., excluding Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea.In the second quarter, Biogen reported revenue of $46.4 million from Zurzuvae, up from $14.9 million in the corresponding quarter of 2024, driven by increased demand.BIIB stock is down by 10% this year and by about 32% over the past 12 months.&nbsp;Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-suncar-technology-stock-rallying-today/chsUeO7RdlB">Why Is SunCar Technology Stock Rallying Today?</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com

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UK Regulator Approves Biogen’s Drug For Treating Postnatal Depression

Zuranolone is the first oral treatment for postnatal depression approved in the UK, the agency said. 

Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (SRPT) announced on Thursday that it has entered into agreements with investors to restructure about $700 million of debt.The company <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://investorrelations.sarepta.com/news-releases/news-release-details/sarepta-therapeutics-announces-refinancing-approximately-700">said</a> it will exchange approximately $700 million in aggregate principal amount of its existing convertible notes due 2027 for roughly $602 million in new 4.875% convertible senior notes due 2030, up to approximately 6.7 million shares of its common stock, and about $123.3 million in cash.Although the company has managed to push back the maturity of the new debt to 2030, it is also offering cash and common stock to investors. A fear of a potential dilution appears to have disappointed investors. SRPT stock was down over 7% at the time of writing.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SRPT">SRPT stock</a> stayed within ‘neutral’ territory over the past 24 hours, while message volume remained at ‘low’ levels. The stock is among the top ten trending names on the platform.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:569/62;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_08_21_at_10_26_20_AM_png_8591ecfd20.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-08-21 at 10.26.20 AM.png" width="569" height="62"><figcaption>SRPT's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 10:26 a.m. ET on Aug. 21, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>A Stocktwits user expressed optimism about the refinancing.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/scaredmoneymakenomoney/message/626069691</stembedurl>CEO Doug Ingram said that the exchange marks an important progress in the company’s long-term financial strategy. "By extending the maturity of a meaningful portion of our convertible notes to 2030, we have completed a shareholder-friendly transaction that significantly enhances our balance sheet flexibility and strengthens our financial position,” Ingram said.Ingram also said that the company believes it is well-positioned to fully fund its pipeline and meet its near-term obligations.Bank of America said that the debt refinancing transaction "makes sense" as it helps mitigate some near-term concerns about the company's ability to meet its obligations. Still, the firm continues to think clarity on uptake of Elevidys from here will be needed to get more comfortable with the long-term outlook.Sarepta’s gene therapy, Elevidys, a medicine intended for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), created safety concerns following the death of two patients after treatment earlier this year. Both non-ambulatory patients suffered from acute liver failure.Sarepta has now resumed shipments for ambulatory individuals after a temporary pause initiated in late July. The company is now working with the FDA on the safety labelling process and risk-mitigation approach for non-ambulatory individuals. Citi on Wednesday <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/citi-believes-fda-may-closely-watch-sarepta-safeguards-for-gene-therapy-in-non-ambulatory-dmd-patients/chsiUM2RdLP">said</a> that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration may take a “more comprehensive look” at the regimen devised by Sarepta for non-ambulatory patients.Last month, the company said that it had initiated immediate changes to reduce operating expenses, including a 36% workforce reduction and pipeline reprioritization, in a bid to meet its 2027 financial obligations.Following the crisis with the gene therapy, Sarepta also <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/analyst-says-sarepta-lost-credibility-by-exiting-arrowhead-at-a-loss/chsRn7vRdON">unwound</a> its equity position in Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals earlier this month, in less than a year of its investment.SRPT stock is down by 84% this year and by about 87% over the past 12 months.&nbsp;Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/j-and-j-to-invest-2-billion-to-expand-manufacturing-in-north-carolina/chsSyKYRdig">This Pharma Giant Is Set To Invest $2B To Expand Manufacturing In North Carolina, And It Just Received A Price Target Hike From Citi: Do You Own It?</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Sarepta Just Got A Good Restructuring Deal For $700M Debt, But Stock Tumbles 7% – Here’s Why

Although the company has managed to push back the maturity of the new debt to 2030, it is also offering cash and common stock to certain investors as part of the deal.

Truist on Monday lowered its price target on Regeneron (REGN) to $812 from $940, citing concerns with the company’s Eylea drug. The firm, however, kept a ‘Buy’ rating on the shares.The near-term investor focus remains on Eylea and Eylea HD uptake, though Regeneron continues to deliver growth on its top and bottom line with Dupixent and Libtayo programs, the analyst told investors in a research note. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock trended in the ‘bearish’ territory over the past 24 hours, coupled with ‘low’ message volume.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1398/126;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_08_11_at_1_26_40_PM_png_155e98c160.webp" alt="REGN's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 1:26 p.m. ET on Aug. 11, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits" width="1398" height="126"><figcaption>REGN's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 1:26 p.m. ET on Aug. 11, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure> A user further opined that the range of $400-$450 is a good entry point for the stock.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/Johny34211/message/624597691</stembedurl>Eylea is approved to treat vision-threatening conditions that impact patients, such as diabetic retinopathy (DR), macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO), and wet age-related macular degeneration (wAMD). Eylea HD, meanwhile, is a version of the drug that requires fewer injections.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/REGN">Regeneron</a> maintains exclusive rights to Eylea and Eylea HD in the U.S. Bayer has licensed the exclusive marketing rights outside of the U.S., where the companies share equally the profits from sales of the two products. In the second quarter, total Eylea U.S. net sales decreased 25% to $1.15 billion, while Eylea HD U.S. net sales increased 29%.The company also said that it expects its regulatory approvals to be delayed for its currently pending U.S. Food and Drug Administration applications for Eylea HD, which were supposed to be decided on by August 2025.The anticipated delay, the company said, is related to observations from an FDA general site inspection at the filler for Eylea HD in these regulatory applications, Catalent Indiana LLC. This inspection was completed in mid-July and was not specific to Eylea HD. Novo Nordisk recently acquired Catalent.The company, however, expressed optimism for a quick resolution of the filling issues for Eylea HD, citing its progress with alternate third-party fillers and Novo Nordisk’s communications with the FDA.According to data from Koyfin, 16 of 24 analysts covering Regeneron rate it ‘Buy’ or higher, while seven rate it a ‘Hold,’ and one rates it a ‘Strong Sell.’The stock has an average price target of $708.91, representing an upside of about 28%.REGN stock is down by 22% this year and by about 51% over the past 12 months.Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/novartis-drug-shows-improvement-in-sjogrens-disease-in-late-stage-trials/chrH2PLRde0">Novartis Drug Shows Improvement In Sjögren's Disease In Late-Stage Trials: Analyst Deems Data Positive For Zura Bio As Well</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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This Stock Has Tumbled 50% In One Year, Gets A Price Target Cut Today – But Retail Believes $400-450 Is A Good Entry Point

Truist, however, kept a ‘Buy’ rating on the shares.

Wells Fargo on Thursday raised its price target on Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (SRPT) to $50 from $48 after the company’s second-quarter earnings beat Wall Street expectations on Wednesday.Wells’ new price target of $50 implies nearly 208% upside potential from the stock’s closing price on Wednesday. The analyst kept an ‘Overweight’ rating on the shares.The firm reiterated its confidence in the Elevidys franchise, noting that it sees an intact benefit-risk for ambulatory patients and potential upside from future updates on the non-ambulatory side.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SRPT">Sarepta</a> remained unmoved within ‘neutral’ territory over the past 24 hours while message volume remained at ‘normal’ levels.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:627/64;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_08_07_at_11_16_43_AM_png_bbc7e903bf.webp" alt="SRPT's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 11:15 a.m. ET on Aug. 7, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits" width="627" height="64"><figcaption>SRPT's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 11:15 a.m. ET on Aug. 7, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>A Stocktwits user opined that the second-quarter sales number shows that the recent patient deaths did not undermine demand.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/parbv/message/624138164</stembedurl>Another highlighted that Elevidys caters to a niche patient population not addressed by many others.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/Bearcase/message/624132232</stembedurl>Sarepta’s gene therapy, Elevidys, a medicine intended for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), created safety concerns following the death of two patients after treatment. Both non-ambulatory patients suffered from acute liver failure.Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is a genetic disorder characterized by progressive weakness and chronic inflammation of the skeletal, heart, and respiratory muscles. The disease primarily impacts boys.Sarepta has now resumed shipments for ambulatory individuals after a temporary pause initiated in late July. The company is now working with the FDA on the safety labelling process and risk-mitigation approach for non-ambulatory individuals, CEO Doug Ingram said on Wednesday.For the second quarter, Sarepta reported total revenues of $611.1 million, above an analyst estimate of $531.04 million, owing to higher net product revenue of Elevidys. Adjusted and diluted earnings per share came in at $2.02, up from $0.43 in the corresponding quarter of 2024, and above an analyst estimate of $0.67.The company also said that it is on track to realize over $100 million in cost savings through the end of 2025 as part of the restructuring announced in July. SRPT stock is down by about 86% this year and by about 87% over the past 12 months.Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/duolingo-stock-rockets-30-percent/chrm761Rd37">Duolingo Stock Rockets 30% And Retail Chatter Surges A Whopping 1,400% In 24 Hours: Here’s Why</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

This Pharma Stock Shot Up 8% Today, Gets A Price Target Hike From Wells Fargo: Here’s Why Retail Sees Opportunity

Wells’ new price target of $50 implies nearly 208% upside potential from the stock’s closing price on Wednesday. 

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