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A project grown out of the community's love and passion for the weed culture. Launched around early 2025, $weedcoin, “Like Bitcoin but way higher,” emphasizes its alignment with cannabis culture and a laid-back vibe. Unlike other Weed communities, this project leans heavily into community engagement over technical utility, aiming to build a “stoner community” through social media presence and decentralized governance. We also aim to focus on onboarding web2 businesses and users onto web3 through the token.

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Weedcoin is trending as the 'number one culture coin,' generating community buzz around its potential. Discussions highlight Weedcoin as more than just a cryptocurrency; it's viewed as a cultural movement and a lifestyle. With the tagline "Like Bitcoin But Way Higher", Weedcoin aims to revolutionize digital currency through innovation, relaxation, and freedom.

Bitcoin is the first successful internet money based on peer-to-peer technology; whereby no central bank or authority is involved in the transaction and production of the Bitcoin currency. It was created by an anonymous individual/group under the name, Satoshi Nakamoto. The source code is available publicly as an open source project, anybody can look at it and be part of the developmental process.  Bitcoin is changing the way we see money as we speak. The idea was to produce a means of exchange, independent of any central authority, that could be transferred electronically in a secure, verifiable and immutable way. It is a decentralized peer-to-peer internet currency making mobile payment easy, very low transaction fees, protects your identity, and it works anywhere all the time with no central authority and banks.  Bitcoin is designed to have only 21 million BTC ever created, thus making it a deflationary currency. Bitcoin uses the SHA-256 hashing algorithm with an average transaction confirmation time of 10 minutes. Miners today are mining Bitcoin using ASIC chip dedicated to only mining Bitcoin, and the hash rate has shot up to peta hashes.  Being the first successful online cryptography currency, Bitcoin has inspired other alternative currencies such as Litecoin, Peercoin, Primecoin, and so on.  The cryptocurrency then took off with the innovation of the turing-complete smart contract by Ethereum which led to the development of other amazing projects such as EOS, Tron, and even crypto-collectibles such as CryptoKitties.

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Bitcoin is trending as the community anticipates a potential surge driven by the historical performance of "Uptober" and speculation around pending ETF approvals. Discussions also highlight the potential impact of the government shutdown, with some viewing Bitcoin as a safe haven amid economic uncertainty. Some users are highlighting specific crypto stocks to watch for potential growth.

Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. is a blockchain technology company, which engages in industrial scale digital asset mining, equipment sales, and hosting operations. It operates through the Cryptocurrency Mining Industry segment. The company was founded on August 16, 1995 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, NV.

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BMNR is trending amid positive sentiment around Ethereum, with the community anticipating a potential rally and discussing the company's growing ETH holdings. Talk of a government shutdown and its potential impact on crypto is circulating, with some expecting BMNR to benefit. Technical analysis and predictions of significant price increases are also contributing to the heightened interest.

Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. engages in operating social media and in the technology business. Its brands include TRUTH Social, TMTG+ and TMTG News. The company was founded on March 28, 2024 and is headquartered in Sarasota, FL.

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Conversations around DJT are currently focused on the U.S. government shutdown and its potential impact, with community members debating which party is responsible. Some are discussing Trump's recent statements and actions, including those related to the military and trade, and how they might affect the stock. There's also discussion around the proposed TrumpRx initiative and its potential impact on the pharmaceutical industry.

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The QQQ is trending as investors weigh the potential impact of a looming government shutdown and react to Meta's acquisition of chip startup Rivos to enhance its AI capabilities. Community discussions revolve around whether the shutdown is already priced in and potential market reactions, while some are eyeing lithium-related stocks like $LAC amid bullish projections for the sector. Insider selling spikes are also being noted as a possible sign of a coming pullback.

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SPY is trending as a government shutdown looms, sparking debate about its potential impact on the market. While some community members anticipate a market dip and are buying puts, others point to historical data suggesting shutdowns often lead to market rallies. Lithium stocks may see a boost due to government loans.

NIKE, Inc. engages in the design, development, marketing, and sale of athletic footwear, apparel, accessories, equipment, and services. It operates through the following segments: North America, Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Greater China, Asia Pacific and Latin America (APLA), Global Brand Divisions, Converse, and Corporate. The North America, EMEA, Greater China, and APLA segments refer to the design, development, marketing, and selling of athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. The Global Brand Divisions segment represents its NIKE Brand licensing businesses. The Converse segment designs, markets, licenses, and sells casual sneakers, apparel, and accessories. The Corporate segment is composed of unallocated general and administrative expenses. The company was founded by William Jay Bowerman and Philip Hampson Knight on January 25, 1964 and is headquartered in Beaverton, OR.

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Nike is trending following the release of its Q1 earnings report, which showed a surprise rise in revenue and beat expectations, signaling that the company's turnaround efforts are gaining traction. Despite positive results, concerns remain around weakness in China and the impact of tariffs, leading to mixed sentiment among investors. The community is actively discussing whether the positive earnings will hold, with some anticipating a move towards $80 and others expecting a pullback due to broader market conditions and concerns about guidance.

Carvana Co. is a holding company and an eCommerce platform, which engages in the buying and selling of used cars. The company was founded by Ernest Garcia, III, Benjamin Huston and Ryan Keeton in 2012 and is headquartered in Tempe, AZ.

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Carvana is trending due to an upgrade from Jefferies, sparking debate among investors regarding its valuation and business model. Community discussions revolve around the sustainability of Carvana's subprime loan model amid rising delinquencies and broader concerns about the used car market. Some traders are also noting the potential for a short squeeze.

Ethereum is a global, open-source platform for decentralized applications. In other words, the vision is to create a world computer that anyone can build applications in a decentralized manner; while all states and data are distributed and publicly accessible. Ethereum supports smart contracts in which developers can write code in order to program digital value. Examples of decentralized apps (dapps) that are built on Ethereum includes tokens, non-fungible tokens, decentralized finance apps, lending protocol, decentralized exchanges, and much more.  On Ethereum, all transactions and smart contract executions require a small fee to be paid. This fee is called Gas. In technical terms, Gas refers to the unit of measure on the amount of computational effort required to execute an operation or a smart contract. The more complex the execution operation is, the more gas is required to fulfill that operation. Gas fees are paid entirely in Ether (ETH), which is the native coin of the blockchain. The price of gas can fluctuate from time to time depending on the network demand.

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Ethereum is trending as the crypto market anticipates a potentially bullish "Uptober," with community members eyeing targets around $4500 and beyond. Talk centers around the potential for a short squeeze, with some pointing to Tom Lee's long-term price predictions and recent treasury activity as bullish catalysts. However, some traders remain cautious, citing technical indicators and potential pullbacks amid broader market uncertainty.

Novavax, Inc. Is a biotechnology company, which engages in the discovery, development, and commercialization of recombinant vaccines. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Gaithersburg, MD.

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Novavax is trending amidst discussions around its partnership with Sanofi and the potential for increased market share as concerns about mRNA vaccines persist. Community members are closely watching for further developments on partnerships, particularly for the combination COVID-19 and influenza vaccine, while also evaluating the impact of Sanofi's marketing efforts and vaccine availability.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill shares rose 2% in after-hours trading on Monday, after the company announced a $500 million share buyback plan.Including the latest authorization, Chipotle's share repurchase plan has a total authorization of about $750 million as of Sept. 15, the company said. There is no expiration date for the share repurchase program.The development comes amid a period of acute weakness of the stock.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/CMG">CMG shares</a> are down 27% since its&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/chipotle-stock-slumps-on-forecast-cut-q2-sales-miss-retail-smells-buying-opportunity/ch8yNkRR5uZ">quarterly report</a> on July 23, when the company reported lower-than-expected revenue and same-store sales and slashed its comparable sales forecast for the year.Year-to-date, the stock is down 36%, compared to the nearly 1% rise in&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/EATZ">AdvisorShares Restaurant ETF (EATZ)</a>, a benchmark for U.S. restaurants and fast chain stocks.The slide, meanwhile, is likely getting retail users excited. On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment moved several notches higher in the 'extremely bullish' zone (86/100), with users discussing buy calls.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:596/72;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_09_16_at_7_12_12_AM_png_6643d1bc7c.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-09-16 at 7.12.12 AM.png" width="596" height="72"><figcaption>CMG sentiment and message volume as of September 15 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/da224/message/628758238</stembedurl>The management&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/chipotle-ceo-believes-growth-story-isn-t-over-despite-stock-slump-consumer-is-going-to-come-back/chsCwbSRdlF">has stated</a> that as economic pressures ease and spending trends improve, customers will return to the burrito chain in a significant way, given its value proposition and innovative menus.Last week, Chipotle&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/chipotle-stock-slumps-on-forecast-cut-q2-sales-miss-retail-smells-buying-opportunity/ch8yNkRR5uZ">announced</a> a plan to open its restaurants in South Korea and Singapore next year. At the time, users viewed the development positively and speculated that CMG shares may have reached their bottom.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

n this photo illustration, the logo of Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is displayed on a smartphone screen, with the company's stock market chart in the background, on April 20, 2025, in Chongqing, China. (Photo illustration by Cheng Xin/Getty Images)

Why Did Chipotle Stock Rise 2% After-Hours?

The burrito chain has announced a new stock buyback program.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill CEO Scott Boatwright believes that as economic pressures ease and spending trends pick up, customers will return to the burrito chain in a big way, given its value proposition and innovative menus, he said in an interview with CNBC's Jim Cramer on Wednesday night.While noting the weakness in the restaurant space, he argued that wage growth was outpacing inflation and, coupled with strong job market data, could support a rebound in the sector."We know the consumer is going to come back into the space; we have to ensure that we're delivering on value," Boatwright said in the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StANFkyTV_o">video interview</a>, adding a mention to Chipotle's&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://newsroom.chipotle.com/2025-08-25-CHIPOTLE-INTRODUCES-A-WHOLE-NEW-WAY-TO-ORDER-FOR-A-SMALL-GROUP-BUILD-YOUR-OWN-CHIPOTLE">recently launched</a> "Build-Your-Own Chipotle" meal kit for online customers.Boatwright's reassuring comments come as his company's stock nosedived to a 19-month low earlier this month after its&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/chipotle-stock-slumps-on-forecast-cut-q2-sales-miss-retail-smells-buying-opportunity/ch8yNkRR5uZ">poor quarterly report</a>. Chipotle's second-quarter revenue grew less than expected; at the same time, the same-store sales declined more than expected, prompting the company to lower its full-year forecast to flat growth.Restaurant chains, including Chipotle, have flagged weakness in dining out, particularly among consumers from lower- to mid-income segments."I have confidence we can get back to mid-single-digit growth," Boatwright said, without specifying the period or metric he was talking about."We're going to continue to grow restaurants at 8 to 10% annually. We will build another 315 to 345 new Chipotle restaurants this year," he said.Including the slide after the Q2 report,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/CMG">CMG stock</a> is down nearly 30% year-to-date, compared to the nearly 2% gain in&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/EATZ">AdvisorShares Restaurant ETF (EATZ)</a>, a benchmark for U.S. restaurants and fast chain stocks.Commenting on the recent stock performance, Boatwright said investors are likely confused: "Are we a growth company or are we a mature company?""I think we enjoyed a really strong year last year, and if you look at our two-year comp numbers, they’re still outpacing the industry and the segment of fast casual," he said.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-did-urban-outfitters-stock-drop-after-hours-today/chsCtcPRdlK">Why Did Urban Outfitters' Stock Drop After-Hours Today?</a>

An exterior view of a Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, United States. (Photo by Paul Weaver/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

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Earlier this month, the burrito chain missed second-quarter revenue estimates and lowered its annual forecast for same-store sales, causing the stock to slide.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill’s (CMG) shares climbed 1% in after-hours trading Monday after Jefferies upgraded the stock, citing its recent pullback, which alters the risk and reward.The research firm upgraded the shares to 'Outperform' from 'Neutral,' but lowered the price target by $3 to $50. The latest target implies an over 20% upside to the stock's last closing price.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/CMG">Chipotle stock</a> currently trades near a 20-month low. It has fallen by over 21% in the last two weeks after the Mexican food chain's quarterly report.On July 23, Chipotle&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/chipotle-stock-slumps-on-forecast-cut-q2-sales-miss-retail-smells-buying-opportunity/ch8yNkRR5uZ">reported</a> worse-than-expected quarterly sales and lowered its topline outlook for the full year, citing weak dine-out trends due to economic uncertainty.President Donald Trump's policies, particularly tariffs, are seen as fueling inflation and squeezing businesses, prompting consumers to rein in spending."There are certain cohorts of the consumer, definitely on the lower-income side, that are feeling pressure right now. That's something that we'll have to take into consideration when looking at price going forward," CFO Adam Rymer had told Reuters at the time.In its investor note, Jefferies said, "a lot of the bad has already been priced in."The firm cited an improved risk-reward for the upgrade, as it now sees over 20% in a base case that assumes Chipotle&nbsp;will post&nbsp;comparable growth of 3% over the next two years.On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment for CMG remained 'neutral' as of late Monday, the same as the previous day. "I'm putting<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/CMG">&nbsp;$CMG</a> on bounce watch," a user said.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/GSP/message/624687773">https://stocktwits.com/GSP/message/624687773</a>&nbsp;CMG stock is down 31% year-to-date.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/elon-musk-goes-after-apple-for-not-featuring-x-grok-prominently-on-app-store-are-you-playing-politics/chrDoeBRdeA">Elon Musk Goes After Apple For Not Featuring X, Grok Prominently On App Store: ‘Are You Playing Politics?’</a>

Customers order food at a Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant on April 26, 2023 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

Why Did Chipotle Stock Rise After-Hours Today?

A key analyst says "a lot of the bad has already been priced in" after the restaurant chain's shares slid on its lowered outlook.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) delivered a disappointing quarterly report on Wednesday, pushing its stock lower. Still, retail sentiment on Stocktwits turned sharply bullish, with many investors betting on a rebound.Sentiment turned higher in the 'extremely bullish' territory (94/100), even as shares dropped nearly 10% in post-market trading. CMG was among the top three trending tickers on Stocktwits at the time of writing.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1052/138;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_07_24_at_11_27_04_AM_png_7db95cb34a.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-07-24 at 11.27.04 AM.png" width="1052" height="138"><figcaption>CMG sentiment and message volume as of July 24 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>User comments were mixed: some raised&nbsp;concerns over softening demand and declining foot traffic, while others expressed optimism about a rebound, citing the stock's recent dip and encouraging analyst commentary."$CMG right in the value zone for bulls to buy this beast," a user said.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/NJINCREDIBLE/message/622214824</stembedurl><a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/CMG">CMG stock</a> has followed a pattern of sharp peaks and troughs over the past 12 months, and it is currently down about 10% from its most recent high on July 1.The Mexican food chain reported second-quarter revenue on Wednesday that missed analysts' expectations and lowered its annual sales growth target.Consumers are dining out less amid high inflation and economic uncertainty, putting pressure on the restaurant industry, which is also grappling with rising costs driven by U.S. tariffs.Chipotle now expects annual comparable restaurant sales to be approximately flat year-over-year, down from its prior target of low single-digit growth.Revenue rose to $3.06 billion for the quarter ended June, up from $2.97 billion in the year-ago quarter, but missed analysts' $3.11 billion estimate from FaceSet. However, comparable store sales fell 4%, steeper than a 2.9% decline forecast by LSEG/Reuters.Adjusted earnings dropped by $0.01 to $0.33 per share, in line with estimates.Chipotle’s management noted that the dip in demand is primarily among lower-income consumers. In response, the company is&nbsp;intensifying its marketing initiatives and&nbsp;refining its rewards program to help&nbsp;mitigate the slowdown.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/from-19-to-15-philippines-feels-there-s-room-for-more-improvement-on-trump-tariffs-before-august-deadline/ch8ykJJR5u0">From 19% To 15%? Philippines Feels There's 'Room For More Improvement' On Trump Tariffs Before August Deadline</a>

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CMG was trending on Stocktwits, as retail sentiment for the stock climbed higher in the 'extremely bullish' zone.

The “meme stock” mania is back. After pumping Opendoor Technologies (OPEN) and Kohl's Corp (KSS) stocks in recent days, retail investors and social media crusaders now have a new favorite: Krispy Kreme (DNUT).Shares of the donut chain jumped nearly 27% to $4.13 on Tuesday — marking their best intraday performance in over a year — fueled by a social media frenzy with no clear fundamental trigger. As of the day before, DNUT stock was down about 66% year-to-date.Over the past 24 hours, user discussions on Reddit, X, and Stocktwits have surged, with many indicating a potential short squeeze and predictions on where the stock might head next.The popular Reddit forum r/wallstreetbets, which was highly influential in the “meme stock” frenzy of 2021, saw increased chatter, with one&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/wallstreetbets/comments/1m6ofce/do_or_dnut_there_is_no_try/">thread</a> post stating: "DO or $DNUT There is no Try."On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment for <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DNUT">DNUT shares</a> shifted from 'bearish' (24 hours ago) to 'extremely bullish' (96/100), accompanied by a surge in message volume of over 3,500%.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1268/134;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_07_23_at_10_44_51_AM_png_1a05377554.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-07-23 at 10.44.51 AM.png" width="1268" height="134"><figcaption>DNUT sentiment and message volume as of July 23 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>"$DNUT is about to go nuts soon and tomorrow a bigger sweet squeeeze," said a user, while user forecasts for DNUT stock price on Wednesday ranging from $9 to $12.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/TrendAM/message/622014753</stembedurl>Several&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/search?q=%24DNUT&amp;src=typed_query">users</a> on X said they had bought Krispy Kreme shares, with&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/stitchdegen/status/1947812303967252653">one noting that</a> the DNUT ticker is "simple, catchy, and instantly memeable," and the buzz appeared to be fueled by posts from multiple high-profile X accounts in recent hours.The stock rally comes even as Krispy Kreme's core business struggles. Weighed down by inflation and economic uncertainty, consumers have been pulling back on dining out, particularly on indulgences such as coffee and donuts. The company has posted declining sales for three consecutive quarters.Krispy Kreme also recently&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/krispy-kreme-stock-bucks-total-meltdown-after-mc-donald-s-deal-ends-analyst-says-breakup-was-already-priced-in/chmO0z8RR4a">ended</a> a key partnership with McDonald's, which analysts have said is concerning for the donut company.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/alibabas-qwen3-coder-takes-aim-at-open-ai-s-gpt-4-anthropic-s-claude-in-code-generation-battle/ch8wf48R5tw">Alibaba’s Qwen-3 Coder Takes Aim At OpenAI’s GPT-4, Anthropic’s Claude In Code Generation Battle</a>

People walk outside a Krispy Kreme store in London. (photo by Mike Kemp/In Pictures via Getty Images)

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Shares of the donut chain jumped nearly 27%, marking their best intraday performance in over a year.

Subway is bringing in former Burger King executive Jonathan Fitzpatrick as its next chief executive, with a mandate to improve sales in the U.S. and help the company expand globally.&nbsp;He will take over on July 28, becoming the first CEO since private equity firm Roark Capital acquired the company for $9.6 billion last year. Fitzpatrick’s appointment comes as Subway works to reverse a years-long sales decline in the U.S. and expand its global presence.&nbsp;Fitzpatrick will succeed John Chidsey, who helped guide the chain through its sale. Chidsey was the former CEO of Burger King before taking over the helm at Subway in 2019.&nbsp;In a statement, Fitzpatrick said he plans to collaborate with franchisees and staff to boost profitability and grow the brand internationally.Fitzpatrick has over two decades of experience in the franchising and quick-service restaurant sectors. Before working at Burger King, he served as the President and CEO of Driven Brands, which saw 17 consecutive quarters of same-store sales growth.&nbsp;Subway said the Fitzpatrick will be closely with the Interim CEO, Carrie Walsh, to ensure a seamless transition.&nbsp;For the first time in around two decades, the company’s U.S. store count fell below 20,000 at the end of 2024 – a net loss of 631 stores from the previous year. At its peak, the restaurant chain had around 27,000 locations open across the U.S. in 2015.The U.S. stock market was trending in the green during midday trade on Monday. The&nbsp;<a href="http://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a> was up 0.6% after the S&amp;P 500 hit a&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/s-and-p-500-nasdaq-hit-fresh-record-highs-with-tech-earnings-trade-talks-in-focus/ch8AXpAR5rh">new record high</a>. The&nbsp;<a href="http://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Series 1 Trust (QQQ)</a> gained 0.75% with the Nasdaq 100 also hitting a new all-time high.&nbsp;Food and beverage ETFs also edged upwards with the broader market. The&nbsp;<a href="http://stocktwits.com/symbol/PBJ">Invesco Food &amp; Beverage ETF (PBJ)</a> gained 0.17% and the&nbsp;<a href="http://stocktwits.com/symbol/EATZ">AdvisorShares Restaurant ETF (EATZ)</a> climbed 2.14%.&nbsp;On Stockwits, retail sentiment around PBJ dipped to ‘neutral’ from ‘bullish’ a day ago.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/s-and-p-500-nasdaq-hit-fresh-record-highs-with-tech-earnings-trade-talks-in-focus/ch8AXpAR5rh">S&amp;P 500, Nasdaq Hit Fresh Record Highs With Tech Earnings, Trade Talks in Focus</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.&nbsp;

A general view of Subway shop sign branding on February 3, 2024 in Maldon, United Kingdom. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)

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Subway has now tapped a second former Burger King executive as CEO, with Jonathan Fitzpatrick succeeding John Chidsey, who also led Burger King before taking the helm at the sandwich chain.

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Goldman Sachs upgraded its rating on McDonald's (MCD) shares to 'Buy' from 'Neutral' on Thursday, citing a positive response to its new menu items and other growth initiatives.The firm maintained its price target at $345, suggesting an 18% upside to the&nbsp;last close, according to The Fly.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/MCD">McDonald's stock</a> rose 1.3% in premarket trading. As of their last close, shares are up 0.7% year-to-date.The research firm expects McDonald's to use its "marketing power" to elevate consumer awareness around its new menu offerings to generate traffic.Analysts have noted recently that McDonald's value offerings, such as "Buy One, Add One for $1" and new menu items, including the McCrispy Strips, Snack Wraps, and Real Lemonade, are drawing interest.Earlier this week, Citi and Truist reaffirmed their 'buy' ratings on McDonald's shares.On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment shifted to 'neutral' from 'bearish' the previous day.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:552/73;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_07_10_at_2_41_44_PM_png_164fadf029.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-07-10 at 2.41.44 PM.png" width="552" height="73"><figcaption>MCD sentiment and message volume as of July 10 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>Goldman Sachs, which last month also&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/yum-brands-upgraded-to-buy-at-goldman-sachs-on-industry-leading-growth-digital-push/chkDgoqRbDr">rated peer Yum Brands' shares a 'Buy,'</a> said McDonald's also stands to benefit from store expansion.McDonald's plans to open 900 additional outlets within the next two years. In May, it&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/mcdonalds-launches-biggest-hiring-drive-in-years/chi855SRbmF">announced</a> plans to hire 375,000 to service summer-time demand at its U.S. joints.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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75,000 to 100,000

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