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Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. is facing intense scrutiny and volatility as the market reacts to the President's shifting rhetoric regarding a potential military pause in Iran. Community sentiment is deeply polarized, with critics pointing to portfolio losses and questioning the company's financial fundamentals, while supporters remain vocal about their backing of the administration's aggressive policy maneuvers.

Meta Platforms, Inc. engages in the development of social media applications. It builds technology that helps people connect and share, find communities, and grow businesses. It operates through the Family of Apps (FoA) and Reality Labs (RL) segments. The FoA segment consists of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, and other services. The RL segment includes augmented, mixed and virtual reality related consumer hardware, software, and content. The company was founded by Mark Elliot Zuckerberg, Dustin Moskovitz, Chris R. Hughes, Andrew McCollum, and Eduardo P. Saverin on February 4, 2004, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA.

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Meta Platforms is facing a significant sell-off driven by unfavorable court rulings in addiction-related lawsuits, which has triggered fears of widespread litigation and regulatory headwinds. While the company's fundamentals remain a focal point for many traders, the community is currently locked in a heated debate over whether this price action represents a temporary overreaction and buying opportunity or a deeper structural shift for the stock.

Unity Software, Inc. engages in the developing video gaming software. It also provides software solutions to create, run and monetize interactive, real-time two-dimensional and three-dimensional content for mobile phones, tablets, consoles, and augmented and virtual reality devices. Its platform is used by developers, artists, and designers to build content for gaming, film, retail, automotive, architecture, engineering, and construction industries. The company was founded by Joachim Ante and David Helgason in 2004 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

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Unity Software is seeing high volatility and heavy trading volume as investors debate the impact of new AI-driven tools on its long-term moat, while the company explores a potential sale of its China business to streamline operations and bolster its balance sheet. The community remains deeply divided, with bulls pointing to the growth potential of the Vector ad platform and future AI product reveals, while others express frustration over the stock's persistent decline and the competitive pressure from emerging AI-integrated workflows.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>The Pershing Square CEO pitched the plan to National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, White House Deputy Chief of Staff James Blair, among others.</li><li>The U.S. government took over the two firms in 2008 and injected nearly $200 billion in bailout funds.</li></ul>Billionaire investor Bill Ackman is reportedly campaigning for the U.S. government to retire its $470 billion claim on Fannie and Freddie.Ackman brought his campaign directly to Trump administration officials this month, a Barron’s <a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/bill-ackman-trump-fannie-mae-freddie-mac-c28ffcee?mod&amp;">report</a> said, citing people familiar with the matter.The Pershing Square CEO pitched the plan to National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, White House Deputy Chief of Staff James Blair, Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte, and Treasury Under Secretary for Domestic Finance Jonathan McKernan, the report said.Ackman has argued that merely retiring the senior preferred shares and uplisting the companies to a major exchange like the NYSE wouldn’t affect the mortgage-bond market, the report said.The U.S. government took over the two firms in 2008 and injected nearly $200 billion in bailout funds. In return, the U.S. Treasury received warrants to acquire nearly 80% of the companies’ common stock, as well as a new class of senior preferred shares.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Ackman’s Plan</h2>Ackman in a plan it disclosed in November, said that instead of immediately freeing the companies or selling some of its stake, the government should consider its senior preferred stock as already repaid.Ackman&nbsp;contended that the government has been sufficiently compensated through the over $300 billion in dividends it has collected from these shares.The proposal also&nbsp;called for the government to use its warrants to obtain close to 80% of the companies’ common shares and to have the stock relisted on the New York Stock Exchange. According to Ackman’s plan, the government can then use the remainder of Trump’s term to strategically prepare for the end of the conservatorship.Ackman, more than a decade ago, had disclosed that his funds had acquired more than 10% of Fannie and Freddie’s common shares, according to a Barron’s report.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Retail Reaction</h2>Retail sentiment around FMCC&nbsp;shares jumped from ‘bearish’ to ‘bullish’ territory, and message volume also soared from ‘normal’ to ‘high’ levels.Shares in the company have fallen 52% so far in 2026.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.&nbsp;

Bill Ackman attends 2023 CSHL Double Helix Medals Dinner at American Museum of Natural History on November 15, 2023 in New York. (Photo by Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Bill Ackman Reportedly Urges Washington To Retire $470B Claim On Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac 

Ackman brought his campaign to retire its $470 billion claim on Fannie and Freddie directly to Trump administration officials this month, a Barron’s report said.

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Ackman brought his campaign to retire its $470 billion claim on Fannie and Freddie directly to Trump administration officials this month, a Barron’s report said.


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OPEN Stock To Rip Again? CEO Nejatian Bets On 4.99% Mortgages To Spark Growth As Earnings Momentum Slips

Mortgage rates have remained higher due to inflation and rising prices across the board in recent years, driven by Trump tariffs and post-pandemic constraints.

A sign for Freddie Mac is seen at their corporate headquarters campus on October 09, 2024 in Tysons Corner, Virginia. 

 Meet Kenny Smith: The New CEO Leading Freddie Mac Toward A High-Stakes IPO

Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae have been in the spotlight throughout the year for several reasons, beginning with the departure of former CEO Diana Reid as William Pulte took charge of U.S. Federal Housing.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Fannie Mae was established in 1938 to enhance mortgage lending in response to the Great Depression.</li><li>Freddie Mac was created in 1970 to broaden the secondary mortgage market and encourage competition.</li><li>They’re still controlled by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), even as Washington debates what their future should look like.</li></ul>Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are the two major government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) that help keep the U.S. mortgage market running. They guarantee most of the country’s home loans and play a big part in making mortgages easier and cheaper to obtain.For decades, they operated as private, shareholder-owned companies under federal oversight. However, the situation changed during the 2008 financial crisis, when both were placed into government conservatorship. They’re still controlled by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), even as Washington debates what their future should look like.Those discussions resurfaced recently after former President Donald Trump said he is giving “very serious consideration” to taking the companies public again.<h2 class="st-heading-2">How Do They Work?</h2>The core job of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is to buy mortgages from lenders such as banks, mortgage companies, and credit unions. They either keep those loans or bundle them into mortgage-backed securities (MBS) that investors can buy. When lenders sell mortgages to the GSEs, they get cash back, which they can use to make new loans.This recycling of capital helps keep mortgage funding flowing and supports the widespread availability of the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, a product not commonly found in many other countries.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Key Differences Between Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac</h2>Though their missions are similar, the two were established at different times and with subtle market differences. Fannie Mae was created in 1938 to enhance mortgage lending during the Great Depression. Freddie Mac followed in 1970 to broaden the secondary market and increase competition.Historically, Fannie Mae has worked more with large commercial banks, while Freddie Mac has sourced more loans from smaller regional banks and credit unions. Fannie's portfolio tends to focus more on single-family homes, whereas Freddie has a more extended history of buying loans tied to multi-unit properties. Regardless of the difference, only loans that meet strict GSE standards, known as conforming loans, qualify for their guarantee.<h2 class="st-heading-2">What Is Implicit Guarantee?</h2>For years, investors assumed that if Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac ever ran into trouble, the U.S. government would step in. That unspoken belief, known as the “implicit guarantee,” proved true in 2008 when the Treasury provided about $190 billion to rescue both firms. They paid back those funds by 2014, but they remain under conservatorship, with strict oversight of their capital and dividends.How and when the GSEs might leave government control remain open questions. Trump’s recent comments about potentially taking them public again have pushed the issue back into the spotlight, raising fresh debate about how much risk the private market should bear and what role Washington should play in supporting the mortgage system.Also See: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/what-is-purchasing-manager-s-index/cLIrUN7REZr">What Is Purchasing Manager’s Index?</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

An illustration photo shows the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac LOGO displayed in a smart phone in Suqian City, Jiangsu Province, China on May 28, 2025. (Photo credit should read CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty Images)

 What Are Freddie Mac And Fannie Mae? Why Are They Important?

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac buy mortgages from lenders such as banks, mortgage companies, and credit unions.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>On an adjusted basis, the mortgage firm reported earnings of $0.07 per share for the quarter ended Sept. 30, while analysts expected $0.05 per share.</li><li>“Affordability is slowly improving as rates ease. In the third quarter, the 30-year fixed rate dropped by 40 basis points to 6.3%, giving those buying and refinancing some much-needed rate relief.” — CEO Varun Krishna.</li><li>It projected adjusted revenue of $2.1 billion to $2.3 billion for the fourth quarter, which is typically weak due to the holiday season.</li></ul>Rocket Companies Inc.’s (RKT) stock surged over 7.9% in extended trading on Thursday after the firm’s third-quarter earnings topped Wall Street’s estimates.On an adjusted basis, the mortgage firm reported earnings of $0.07 per share for the quarter ended Sept. 30, while analysts expected $0.05 per share, according to Fiscal.ai data. Its adjusted revenue of $1.78 billion also topped estimates of $1.65 billion.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Mortgage Demand Showing Signs Of Improvement</h2>The company said Rocket Mortgage generated $35.8 billion in net rate lock volume, a 20% increase from a year earlier. A rate lock denotes a fixed mortgage rate agreed upon between the lender and borrower. The company's sold loan volume in the direct-to-consumer segment rose to $17.14 billion during the quarter, up from $14 billion a year earlier.“Affordability is slowly improving as rates ease. In the third quarter, the 30-year fixed rate dropped by 40 basis points to 6.3%, giving those buying and refinancing some much-needed rate relief,” said CEO Varun Krishna in a call with analysts, before adding that the rate of increase in home prices has also slowed.The U.S. Federal Reserve has lowered its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points for two consecutive months. Mortgage rates typically decline following such moves. However, Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned this week that another rate cut in December is not guaranteed.Krishna flagged that existing home sales continue to hover around 4 million units, putting 2025 on track to be the slowest year for existing home sales since 1995. “Buyers are watching the market closely, they're waiting for clear signals and increased affordability before making their move,” he added. The company projected adjusted revenue of $2.1 billion to $2.3 billion for the fourth quarter, which is typically weak due to the holiday season.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Redfin, Mr. Cooper Deals Paying Dividends</h2>In the analyst call, Rocket executives also highlighted meaningful gains from the recently closed multi-billion-dollar acquisitions of Redfin and Mr. Cooper. Redfin is a real estate brokerage company with an online platform and mobile app for buying, selling, and renting homes, while Mr. Cooper was a direct competitor of Rocket prior to the deal.“About 13% of our purchase pipeline today is generated from Redfin clients, clients that were searching for homes on Redfin and looking to connect with the real estate agent, and then connect to mortgage,” said CFO Brian Brown.The company said that it is already seeing the benefits of its $14.2 billion Mr. Cooper deal. “By day 9, 40,000 leads were flowing through our pipeline from the Mr. Cooper servicing book, and that number only continues to increase,” Krishna said.<h2 class="st-heading-2">What Is Retail Thinking?</h2>Retail sentiment on Stocktwits about <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/RKT">Rocket</a> jumped to ‘extremely bullish’ territory from ‘bullish’ a day ago, while retail chatter rose to ‘extremely high’ from ‘high’.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:793/92;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/RKT_Oct_31_JPG_1e870d0ac3.webp" alt="RKT’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 12:33 a.m. ET on Oct. 31, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits" width="793" height="92"><figcaption>RKT’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 12:33 a.m. ET on Oct. 31, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>One user saw many analyst upgrades following the earnings report. <stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/PocketD/message/634425231</stembedurl>“This was an outstanding performance on earnings. Honestly, this is a great signal for buy. With rates lowering, this stock is seriously underpriced,” another user said.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/devardo20/message/634407720</stembedurl>Rocket stock has gained nearly 49% and also benefited from the so-called “meme-stock” frenzy earlier this year. According to Koyfin data, the stock's short interest has fallen from 48.5% in late July to 4.6% currently.Also See: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-did-strategy-stock-spike-nearly-6-after-hours/cLGp82XR3xx">MSTR Stock Jumps After-Hours On Strong Q3 Profit, Still Sees Bitcoin Hitting $150,000 By Year-End</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

In this photo illustration, the Rocket Companies logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen. (Photo Illustration by Piotr Swat/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Rocket Stock Takes Off After Big Q3 Earnings Beat — Retail Bulls See Housing Turning The Corner As Rates Ease

It projected adjusted revenue of $2.1 billion to $2.3 billion for the fourth quarter, which is typically weak due to the holiday season.

Democrats have reportedly called on the Trump administration to hold off on its plans to sell the government’s shares in Fannie Mae (FNMA) and Freddie Mac (FMCC) until a study is conducted on how this move may impact mortgage rates.According to a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wsj.com/finance/regulation/senate-democrats-warn-trump-ipo-plan-for-fannie-freddie-could-push-up-mortgage-rates-bd7c0937">report</a> by Bloomberg, Senators Elizabeth Warren, Cory Booker, and Chuck Schumer sent a letter to Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte, asking him to focus on housing affordability. In the letter, they reportedly criticized him for prioritising the Federal Reserve’s building renovations and the mortgage fraud allegations against Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.<a href="http://stocktwits.com/symbol/FNMA">Fannie Mae’s stock</a> was up 1.8% in pre-market trade, but&nbsp;<a href="http://stocktwits.com/symbol/FMCC">Freddie Mac’s stock</a> dipped more than 1%. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around Fannie Mae trended lower within ‘bearish’ territory, while retail sentiment around Freddie Mac dipped to ‘extremely bearish’ from ‘bearish’ territory over the past day.&nbsp;It was&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-administration-eyes-30-billion-ipo-of-fannie-mae-freddie-mac/chrn0faRd4E">reported</a> earlier this month that the Trump administration was looking to sell its shares in both companies to raise up to $30 billion. Sources said that officials were considering a combined valuation of over $500 billion, and could sell between 5% to 15% of the companies’ stock. At the time, it remained undecided whether the two mortgage giants would pursue individual listings or a joint IPO.The pushback from Senators Warren, Booker, and Schumer comes against a backdrop of mortgage rates holding&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.stocktitan.net/news/FMCC/mortgage-rates-tick-nf4k4od1ba70.html">above</a> 6.5% and housing activity stuck at the weakest level in decades.&nbsp;Market analysts share those concerns. Some&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mortgage-rates-us-housing-market-outlook-trump-trade-fannie-freddie-2025-5">warn</a> that privatizing Fannie and Freddie could lift mortgage rates if investors no longer assume an implicit government backstop in the event of losses. The two companies, both of which bundle and sell mortgages, were brought under government control after the 2008 financial crisis.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/de-minimis-ends-today-heres-whos-likely-to-win-and-lose-after-us-tariff-shift/chtThciRdNB">De Minimis Ends Today – Here’s Who’s Likely To Win And Lose After US Tariff Shift</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac IPO Plans Face Democratic Pushback On Mortgage Rate Risks: Report

According to a report by Bloomberg, Senators Elizabeth Warren, Cory Booker, and Chuck Schumer sent a letter to Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte, asking him to prioritize housing affordability. 

Economist Peter Schiff on Thursday defended Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over his stance on interest rates, days after Trump blamed the U.S. central bank for elevated mortgage rates.“The last time the Fed cut rates, mortgage rates rose. The same thing is likely to happen if the Fed cuts again,” Schiff wrote on X. “Maybe by not cutting, Powell is helping housing.”<img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Schiff_JPG_ba73dc5e42.webp" alt="Schiff.JPG">Earlier this week, President Donald Trump launched a fresh attack on Powell, blaming the banker for hurting the housing industry “very badly.” He also called for a major rate cut next month.Powell is scheduled to speak on Friday at Jackson Hole, Wyoming, in the U.S. central bank’s annual symposium, where investors will be glued to his every word, which could give a hint toward the Fed’s interest rate pathway.While inflation has come down from pandemic-era levels, it remains above the central bank’s 2% mandate. The U.S. consumer price index (CPI) rose 2.7% annually in July, with core CPI rising 0.3% sequentially, the highest increase since January.Minutes from July’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting showed that while Federal Reserve officials remain worried about Trump’s tariffs driving up inflation, they stated that their outlook for the labor market has weakened.Retail sentiment on Stocktwits about <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</a> (SPY) was in the ‘bullish’ territory at the time of writing, while traders were ‘bearish’ about the <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1</a>, which tracks the NASDAQ 100.According to Freddie Mac data, the 30-year mortgage rate stood at 6.58% on average last week, while the 15-year mortgage rate was 5.69%. According to the mortgage firm, rates have decreased over the summer, and purchase applications are now outpacing 2024. However, many homebuyers continue to wait on the sidelines for further rate declines.Luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers had revised its housing deliveries outlook lower and flagged affordability concerns. Fiber cement maker James Hardie also painted a dour outlook for housing demand in key growth areas such as Texas and Florida.The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point last September, and then delivered two quarter-point reductions in the following months. However, mortgage prices had risen to over 7% in the subsequent months. The central bank has maintained present rates at 4.25%-4.50% levels this year.Also See: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/us-mulls-500-m-cobalt-purchase-for-defense-stockpiles/chsmF4sRdiw">US Mulls $500M Cobalt Purchase For Defense Stockpiles: Vale, Sumitomo, Glencore Unit In Pentagon’s Sight</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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‘Powell Is Helping Housing’ Says Peter Schiff As Economist Defends Fed Chair Against Trump’s Attacks

According to Freddie Mac, mortgage rates have decreased over the summer, and purchase applications are now outpacing 2024.

U.S. mortgage rates have fallen to their lowest levels in nearly eight months, according to Freddie Mac, with buyers looking to take advantage of the decline.Freddie Mac noted that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) fell to 6.58% as of Thursday, down from 6.63% last week. A year ago, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.49%, according to the government-sponsored enterprise.“Purchase application activity is improving as borrowers take advantage of the decline in mortgage rates,” said Freddie Mac’s chief economist, Sam Khater.The firm said that based on its latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, the 15-year FRM is now down to 5.71%, from 5.75% last week. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.66%.On Monday, data from Bank of America&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/2026-mortgage-rates-refinancing-rates-5-month-low-berkshire-prediction/chruz50Rdeb">showed</a> that the refinancing rate for a 30-year FRM is now down to 6.625% for a current loan balance of $200,000, hitting its lowest levels since March.In July, Warren Buffett-led Berkshire Hathaway Inc.’s (BRK-A) (BRK-B) HomeServices predicted a softening in the housing market. The firm noted that despite the expected softening, home prices are unlikely to fall dramatically. “Instead, they expect prices to continue rising—just at a slower pace. Slightly lower rates might encourage buyers to act, especially if more sellers list homes to beat any potential price correction. That could increase inventory and put downward pressure on prices,” it said in a note.Meanwhile, U.S. equities declined in Thursday’s midday session. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was down 0.25%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust</a> (QQQ) fell 0.23%. Retail sentiment around the S&amp;P 500 ETF on Stocktwits was in the ‘neutral’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/ppi-report-wholesale-inflation-surges-to-3-3-in-july/chsRSI7RdOJ">PPI Report: Wholesale Inflation In July Comes In Hotter Than Expected</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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US Mortgage Rates Fall To Lowest Levels In 8 Months, Home Buyers Take Advantage Of The Decline, Says Freddie Mac

Freddie Mac noted that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) fell to 6.58% as of Thursday, down from 6.63% last week.

U.S. equities were mixed in Friday’s midday trade as investors parsed through the slew of earnings that poured in throughout the week.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which mirrors the S&amp;P 500 index, was up 0.71% at the time of writing, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust</a> (QQQ), which mirrors the Nasdaq, rose 0.81%.Here are the top stocks making the biggest moves in Friday’s midday trade:<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/TTD">The Trade Desk Inc. (TTD)</a>The Trade Desk’s shares plunged more than 38% in Friday’s midday session after the company’s revenue growth slowed down in the second quarter (Q2) and it issued soft guidance for the third quarter (Q3).Trade Desk also said its CFO, Laura Schenkein, would step down. The company warned that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are putting a dent in advertising spending.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/TTD">TTD stock</a> is down 53% year-to-date.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SOUN">SoundHound AI Inc. (SOUN)</a>SoundHound shares climbed more than 28% in Friday’s midday session after the company’s Q2 revenue beat Wall Street expectations. SoundHound reported revenue of $42.7 million, which analysts expected to be $32.9 million, according to Stocktwits data.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SOUN">SOUN stock</a> is down 31% year-to-date.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/FLY">Firefly Aerospace Inc. (FLY)</a>Firefly Aerospace’s shares tumbled more than 15% on the second day of their listing, after a stellar debut on Thursday that saw the stock list at gains of over 56%.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/FLY">FLY stock</a> is up 14% since its listing on Thursday.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BMNR">BitMine Immersion Technologies Inc. (BMNR)</a>BitMine Immersion shares shot up over 24% as Ethereum (ETH) prices surged beyond $4,000 for the first time in 2025. BitMine holds the largest Ethereum treasury, with its holdings of more than 833,000 ETH valued at nearly $2.9 billion.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BMNR">BMNR stock</a> is up 541% year-to-date.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/FMCC">Freddie Mac (FMCC)</a>Reports that the Trump administration is looking to take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public through a $30 billion initial public offering (IPO) sent Freddie Mac’s stock in the OTC market surging by over 20%.Freddie Mac is also known as the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/FMCC">FMCC stock</a> is up 141% year-to-date.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/dan-ives-3-moves-apple-needs-to-make-to-avoid-blackberry-moment-in-ai/chrn9okRdE8">Dan Ives Outlines 3 Moves Apple Needs To Make To Avoid A ‘BlackBerry Moment’ In AI</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Trade Desk, SoundHound, Firefly, BitMine, Freddie Mac: Stocks Making The Biggest Moves Today

The Trade Desk’s shares plunged more than 38% in Friday’s midday session after the company’s revenue growth slowed down in the second quarter (Q2) and it issued soft guidance for the third quarter (Q3).

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to sell shares in mortgage giants Fannie Mae (FNMA) and Freddie Mac (FMCC), eyeing to raise up to $30 billion later this year.People familiar with the matter&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wsj.com/finance/regulation/trump-aiming-to-ipo-fannie-mae-and-freddie-mac-later-this-year-13b138cf">told</a> The Wall Street Journal that officials are considering a combined valuation of over $500 billion and could sell between 5% and 15% of the companies’ stock. The report added that whether the government will proceed with a joint IPO or list the firms separately is still under discussion.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/FMCC">Freddie Mac’s stock</a>, listed on the OTC market, gained more than 20% in midday trade on Friday, with retail sentiment on Stocktwits in ‘bullish’ territory. The shares have more than doubled in value this year and gained more than 600% over the past 12 months.Meanwhile, <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/FNMA">Fannie Mae's stock</a> gained nearly 18%, with its retail sentiment also in the 'bullish' zone. The shares have gained 183% this year and almost 780% over the past 12 months.Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been under federal conservatorship since the 2008 financial crash. Both companies had become insolvent during the subprime mortgage crisis. Earlier attempts to exit conservatorship were also made during Trump’s first term.Since being bailed out, the companies have rebuilt capital reserves, repaid their Treasury loans, and returned to profitability. However, Freddie Mac’s most recent second-quarter (Q2) results showed a 14% dip in net income year-over-year (YoY).The news of a $500 billion valuation comes after Reuters&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/trump-met-citi-bofa-ceos-discuss-plans-fannie-freddie-sources-say-2025-08-06/">reported</a> earlier this week that the President had met with the CEOs of Citigroup (C) and Bank of America (BAC) to discuss the administration’s plans for privatization. Trump also reportedly met with other banking executives, including Goldman Sachs’ (GS) CEO David Solomon, in late July to discuss the same.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-warns-ending-tariffs-now-would-trigger-a-great-depression/chrnifCRd4P">Trump Warns Ending Tariffs Now Would Trigger A ‘Great Depression’</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Trump Administration Eyes $30 Billion IPO Of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac: Report

According to The Wall Street Journal report, officials are considering a combined valuation of over $500 billion and could sell between 5% and 15% of the companies’ stock. 

Freddie Mac engages in the provision of housing finance system solutions. It operates through the Single-Family and Multifamily segments. The Single-Family segment is involved in purchase, securitization, and guarantee of single-family loans, investments, and management of single-family mortgage credit risk and market risk. The Multifamily segment focuses on purchase, securitization, and guarantee of multifamily loans, investments, securities, and management of multifamily mortgage credit risk and market risk. The company was founded on July 24, 1970 and is headquartered in McLean, VA.

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