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Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. engages in the semiconductor business. Its products include processors, accelerators, graphics, adaptive SoCs, FPGAs, and SOMs, and software, tools, and apps. The firm offers artificial intelligence, industries, workloads, and gaming solutions. The company was founded by W. J. Sanders III on May 1, 1969 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

Advanced Micro Devices Inc.

Advanced Micro Devices Inc

AMD is experiencing intense market volatility following a strong earnings report that featured a revenue beat and upward guidance revision, fueled by accelerating demand in the data center and AI sectors. While investors are debating whether the recent parabolic run-up is priced to perfection, the community remains sharply divided between bulls expecting further gains toward record highs and bears predicting a sell-the-news correction.

Super Micro Computer, Inc. engages in the distribution and manufacture of information technology solutions and other computer products. Its products include twin solutions, MP servers, GPU and coprocessor, MicroCloud, AMD solutions, power supplies, SuperServer, storage, motherboards, chassis, super workstations, accessories, SuperRack and server management products. The company was founded by Charles Liang, Yih-Shyan Liaw, Sara Liu, and Chiu-Chu Liu Liang in September 1993 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Super Micro Computer Inc

Super Micro Computer Inc. is generating intense investor focus ahead of its upcoming earnings report, with the community actively debating whether the company can demonstrate improved margins and robust forward guidance to counter ongoing concerns regarding leadership and legal investigations. Traders are closely monitoring the stock's significant hiring spree as a potential signal of strong future demand, while sentiment remains sharply divided between those betting on an AI-driven valuation rebound and those skeptical of current management.

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 Tysons Corner, VA.

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MicroStrategy is experiencing heightened momentum as investors position themselves ahead of the company's upcoming earnings call and react to broader Bitcoin price fluctuations. The community remains deeply divided, with bulls highlighting the potential for a massive short squeeze and long-term gains driven by Saylor's aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy, while bears continue to voice concerns regarding share dilution and the company's lack of traditional software earnings.

Ouster, Inc. engages in the provision of high resolution digital lidar sensors that offer advanced 3D vision to machinery, vehicles, robots, and fixed infrastructure assets. The company was founded by Angus Pacala and Mark Frichtl on June 30, 2015 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Ouster Inc - Ordinary Shares - Class A

Ouster shares are seeing heightened market attention following the launch of the REV8 OS sensor family, the industry's first native color LiDAR capable of fusing 3D depth data with color imaging at the silicon level. The community is actively discussing the stock's potential for wide-scale deployment in robotics and smart infrastructure, while traders weigh the impact of robust hardware innovation against the backdrop of an upcoming earnings report.

Upstart Holdings, Inc. engages in the provision of a cloud-based artificial intelligence lending platform. It operates through the following segments: Personal Lending, Auto Lending, and Other. The Personal Lending segment focuses on unsecured personal loans and small dollar loans. The Auto Lending segment is involved in auto refinance and auto retail loans. The Other segment refers to HELOCs and other. The company was founded by David Joseph Girouard, Anna Mongayt Counselman, and Paul Gu in December 2013 and is headquartered in San Mateo, CA.

Upstart Holdings Inc

Upstart Holdings is facing intense downward pressure and high volatility as investors aggressively short the stock ahead of upcoming earnings, with the community actively debating whether to hold through the volatility or capitalize on potential short squeeze setups. Traders are expressing significant frustration over the sector's persistent underperformance, even as the company secures new loan purchase agreements, while sentiment remains deeply polarized between those betting on a parabolic rebound and those bracing for further downside.

Lumentum Holdings, Inc. engages in the provision of optical and photonic products. It operates through the Cloud and Networking, and Industrial Tech segments. The Cloud and Networking segment refers to a portfolio of optical and photonic components, modules, and subsystems. The Industrial Tech segment includes solid-state lasers, kilowatt-class fiber lasers, ultrafast lasers, diode lasers, and gas lasers. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Lumentum Holdings Inc

Lumentum Holdings is trending as investors debate its valuation amidst a massive rally fueled by its leadership in optical networking and a multi-year partnership with NVIDIA. Community sentiment is deeply polarized, with bulls highlighting the company's critical role in the optical supply chain and margin expansion, while skeptics warn of extreme overvaluation and speculative fatigue.

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.

NVIDIA Corp

Investors are actively debating why NVIDIA is lagging behind other semiconductor stocks, with many pointing to potential market manipulation or a rotation of capital into other AI-related names ahead of the upcoming earnings report. The community remains deeply divided, balancing frustration over stagnant price action with long-term bullish sentiment regarding NVIDIA's dominant market position and future AI infrastructure growth.

Navitas Semiconductor Corp. engages in the development of ultra-efficient gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductors. Its GaN power ICs integrate GaN power with drive, control and protection to enable charging, power density, and energy savings for mobile, consumer, enterprise, eMobility and new energy markets. The company was founded by Daniel Kinzer, Nick Fichtenbaum, Gene Sheridan, and Jason Zhang on August 12, 2020 and is headquartered in Torrance, CA.

Navitas Semiconductor Corp

Navitas Semiconductor (NVTS) is currently experiencing intense volatility as investors debate whether the stock is a long-term play in the AI data center infrastructure shift or an overextended 'pump and dump' candidate. While proponents point to a pivot toward proprietary high-power chips and potential short-squeeze dynamics ahead of the upcoming earnings call, skeptics are actively highlighting negative gross margins, significant revenue misses, and unfavorable valuation multiples compared to the broader semiconductor sector.

Astera Labs, Inc. is a global semiconductor company, which engages in the provision of hardware and software solutions for AI and cloud infrastructure applications to solve data, memory, and networking bottlenecks. It operates through the following geographical segments: Taiwan, China, United States, and Other. The company was founded by Jitendra Mohan, Casey Morrison, and Sanjay Gajendra in October 2017 and headquartered in San Jose, CA.

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Astera Labs Inc

Astera Labs is trending as investors react to a significant quarterly earnings beat and the launch of new AI fabric switches, sparking intense community debate over its long-term growth versus a potential price correction after a rapid recent rally. Traders are actively discussing the stock's high volatility and its critical role in the data center infrastructure buildout, often drawing comparisons to other high-growth connectivity players like Credo Technology.

Lucid Group, Inc. manufactures electric vehicles. It designs, develops, and builds energy storage systems for electric vehicles and supplies automakers with the battery pack system needed to power hybrid, plug-in, and electric vehicles. The company was founded in December 2007 and is headquartered in Newark, CA.

Lucid Group Inc

Lucid Group Inc. is trending as investors weigh significant concerns regarding capital burn and potential shareholder dilution against the company's recent strategic partnerships with Uber and Hertz. While some community members are anticipating a short squeeze fueled by high short interest and aggressive vehicle delivery targets, others are bracing for further downside amid ongoing production hurdles and persistent skepticism about the firm's long-term path to profitability.

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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Spirit Airlines announced that it will suspend operations immediately, canceling all flights and marking the end of its 34-year history.</li><li>A spike in jet fuel prices, linked to Iran-related geopolitical tensions, stymied restructuring efforts and strained finances.</li><li>Despite previous bankruptcy filings and restructuring talks, the airline was unable to gain more capital or a $500 million federal rescue.</li></ul>Spirit Airlines (SAVEQ), a US low-cost carrier, officially announced on Saturday that it would close immediately, ending a 34-year run.&nbsp;Its parent company,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/FLYYQ">Spirit Aviation Holdings (FLYYQ)</a>, said in a statement that it had started an “orderly wind-down” and all flights were canceled, with passengers told not to go to the airport.The airline blamed its collapse on a sharp increase in jet fuel prices, driven by geopolitical tensions between Iran and the US. Despite months of restructuring plans and a proposed deal with bondholders earlier this year, Spirit said it was unable to secure the additional liquidity it needed to continue operating.&nbsp;“Tremendously disappointing,” Chief Executive Officer Dave Davis said of the shutdown, adding the company was unable to raise the hundreds of millions of dollars it needed to keep the business going. Spirit had gone bankrupt twice in less than two years and had been unable to secure a government bailout.<h2 class="st-heading-2">$500M Bailout Bid Fails</h2>According to&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/rising-fuel-costs-put-budget-airlines-under-pressure-as-spirit-faces-bankruptcy">reports</a>, this comes after Spirit Airlines' bid for a $500 million rescue package from the federal government failed on Friday, a last-ditch effort to save the budget carrier.&nbsp;Speaking to reporters before leaving the White House on Friday, President Trump<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/spirit-airlines-cease-operations-500m-rescue-deal-collapses-trump-bailout/cZQVfyUReej"> reportedly suggested</a> that a plan to save the financially troubled airline was still being considered.&nbsp; "We're looking at it. If we could do it, we'll do it. But only if it's a good deal," Trump said.&nbsp;"I want to thank the Administration, in particular Secretary Howard Lutnick and the U.S. Department of Commerce, for their extraordinary efforts to try to preserve jobs and service across the country, along with the U.S. Department of Transportation for their assistance to minimize the disruption to our Guests in the days and weeks ahead," Davis said on Saturday.&nbsp;The shutdown will also hit about 17,000 employees. The airlines said in the statement that customers who booked directly with the airline will get automatic refunds, while others may need to seek reimbursement through agents or the ongoing bankruptcy process.&nbsp; On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around Spirit Aviation stock remained in the ‘bullish’ zone, while chatter around it stayed at ‘extremely high’ levels over the past day.U.S. benchmark WTI crude futures were trading at $102.50 per barrel, down 2.45% on the day, on the back of disruptions related to the Iran conflict, and are putting considerable pressure on fuel-intensive industries such as aviation.&nbsp;&nbsp;At Friday's close, most Aerospace &amp; Defense ETFs declined. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/XAR">SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (XAR)</a> declined 1.04% to around $256, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/ITA">iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (ITA)&nbsp;</a>closed at around $216, down over 1%. In late trading, both ETFs had a gain, with ITA rising by 0.11% and XAR gaining 0.43%.&nbsp;On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around XAR and ITA remained in the ‘bullish zone, while chatter stayed at ‘normal’ levels over the past day.&nbsp;Read also: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/tnxp-slips-after-hours-on-slower-than-expected-launch-for-fibromyalgia-drug/cZQ8vF7ReeH">TNXP Slips After Hours On Slower Than Expected Launch For Fibromyalgia Drug</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Earlier this year, both JetBlue and Spirit Airlines had called off their merger.

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Approximately 17,000 employees are affected, and customers will receive refunds or seek recompense through the bankruptcy process.

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Approximately 17,000 employees are affected, and customers will receive refunds or seek recompense through the bankruptcy process.


<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Defense segments showed stronger demand, with a 2.2-to-1 book-to-bill ratio, while aerospace posted a 1.2-to-1 ratio.&nbsp;</li><li>Total contract value rose to $188.4 billion, including $130.8 billion in backlog.</li><li>&nbsp;Morgan Stanley raised its price target on General Dynamics to $435 from $410.</li></ul>General Dynamics (GD) is heading toward its strongest weekly gain in more than a year after a flux of positive developments, including upbeat earnings, healthy backlog, and analysts’ backing, kindling investor confidence in the defense contractor’s growth outlook.The company reported first-quarter results that topped expectations, supported by a record backlog and improved financial guidance for 2026.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">GD’s Earnings Beat And Record Backlog</h2>General Dynamics reported first-quarter (Q1) revenue of $13.5 billion, up 10.3% year-over-year (YoY), alongside earnings per share (EPS) of $4.10, a 12% YoY increase. Both metrics surpassed the analysts’ consensus estimates of $12.7 billion and $3.69, respectively, according to Fiscal AI data.The company generated $2.2 billion in operating cash flow, almost double its profit, demonstrating strong cash generation. It also recorded $26.6 billion in orders, resulting in a book-to-bill ratio of 2-to-1.&nbsp;Defense segments led the strength with a 2.2-to-1 ratio, while aerospace reached 1.2-to-1. The company’s total estimated contract value climbed to $188.4 billion, including $130.8 billion in backlog and additional potential contract value from long-term agreements and option-based contracts.All four business units contributed to revenue growth. Aerospace sales rose 8.4% YoY, driven by higher Gulfstream jet deliveries. Marine Systems grew the most, up 21%, supported by submarine and shipbuilding work. Combat Systems and Technologies also saw steady growth, driven by continued demand for defense equipment and critical systems.&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/GD">General Dynamics’ stock</a> has gained over 10% so far this week. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock remained in ‘bullish’ territory.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">Analysts Flag Steady Defense And Aviation Demand For GD&nbsp;</h2>Following the earnings update, Morgan Stanley lifted its price target on General Dynamics to $435 from $410 while maintaining an ‘Overweight’ rating, according to TheFly.&nbsp;The firm pointed to the company’s standout quarterly execution compared with other defense primes and said demand for Gulfstream aircraft remains solid despite geopolitical uncertainty.&nbsp;Revenue, margins, and new bookings all came in firm, with Gulfstream business jets showing faster-than-expected improvement in profitability, particularly on newer models such as the G800, said the firm.&nbsp;UBS cut its price target to $371 from $385 but kept a Neutral rating, noting strong Q1 results and improved margins, while saying some gains may be driven by temporary factors like timing and tariffs.GD stock has gained over 2% year-to-date.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/sdot-overnight-rally-sparks-retail-frenzy-but-risks-remain-elevated/cZQNyoOReIu">SDOT’s 37% Overnight Rally Sparks Retail Frenzy – But Risks Remain Elevated</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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ETFs like ITA gain spotlight as global military spending hits $2.89T, rising 2.9%, with Europe leading growth.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Rocket Lab’s HASTE suborbital vehicle supports U.S. Department of Defense hypersonic testing and evaluation.</li><li>The company announced on X that payload integration for its multi-satellite “Kakushin Rising” mission is complete at Launch Complex 1.&nbsp;</li><li>Stifel raised its price target to $105 from $90 while maintaining a ‘Buy’ rating.</li></ul>Rocket Lab USA Inc. (RKLB) edged higher in&nbsp;Tuesday's&nbsp;premarket as the company gears up for a busy week in space, with two scheduled missions involving its Electron rocket, one for the “Bubbles” (HASTE) program and another dedicated flight for the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA).&nbsp;Rocket Lab’s HASTE (Hypersonic Accelerator Suborbital Test Electron) is a suborbital launch vehicle developed to support the U.S. Department of Defense by speeding up hypersonic technology testing and evaluation.&nbsp;The “Bubbles” is set to launch on April 21.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">RKLB Completes Final Preparations At Launch Complex 1</h2>In a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/RocketLab/status/2046330672965636195">post</a> on X platform on Monday, the company said it has completed payload integration for an upcoming multi-satellite deployment from its Launch Complex 1 site.&nbsp;The mission, named “Kakushin Rising,” is scheduled to lift off no earlier than April 23, according to the company website. Rocket Lab confirmed that integration and encapsulation of all payloads have been finalized ahead of liftoff.&nbsp;The mission will carry eight separate spacecraft aboard the Electron rocket, marking another milestone in the company’s ongoing partnership with JAXA’s Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration Program.&nbsp;Rocket Lab said the payload processing phase has now concluded as it prepares for countdown operations. The diverse set of satellites includes student-focused small satellites, an ocean-monitoring spacecraft, and a demonstration satellite featuring ultra-compact multispectral imaging technology.&nbsp;The mission also includes an experimental deployable antenna designed using origami-inspired folding techniques, capable of expanding up to 25 times its stowed size once in orbit.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Stifel Reaffirms Strong Outlook</h2>On Monday, Stifel raised its price target to $105 from $90 while maintaining a ‘Buy’ rating, according to TheFly.The update follows meetings between analysts and Rocket Lab’s leadership team during the 41st annual Space Symposium. Stifel highlighted increased confidence in Rocket Lab’s long-term trajectory, describing the company as a vertically integrated space systems provider with a broadening pipeline of commercial and government opportunities.&nbsp;The firm emphasized that it has “high conviction in the name”. In an&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/rocket-lab-vs-space-x-rklb-ceo-says-they-are-two-very-separate-companies/cZJvlr4RID0">interview</a> with Stocktwits on April 16, Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck said the company is concentrating on developing a space ecosystem.&nbsp;“We're building a long-term, multi-generational, sustainable space business that is not just directed on one thing, where it's diversified across a complete portfolio of projects and systems and everything else,” Beck said.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">What Are Retail Traders Saying?&nbsp;</h2>On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the stock turned to ‘extremely bullish’ from ‘bullish’ territory the previous day. Message volume shot up 334% over a 24-hour period.&nbsp;A bullish Stocktwits user&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/volksflier/message/650845269">said</a> “Seems like a Rocket Lab Gauss engine would save the day and provide satleite propulsion back into a more optimal, viable inclination, altitude, and orbit preference in the event of a mis-launch/release as occurred with ASTS failed orbit attempt?”<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/volksflier/message/650845269</stembedurl>Another user remarked, “sell shovels during a gold rush”.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/Willd123/message/650855244</stembedurl>RKLB stock has gained over 28% year-to-date.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/qxo-stock-trims-losses-overnight-wall-street-sees-top-build-deal-driving-50-b-annual-revenue-picks-next-potential-target/cZBI9d4RICB">QXO Stock Trims Losses Overnight: Wall Street Sees TopBuild Deal Driving $50B Annual Revenue, Picks Next Potential Target</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

In this photo illustration, a person holds a smartphone displaying the logo of Rocket Lab USA Inc.

RKLB Stock Eyes Fifth Day Of Gains Ahead Of Dual Electron Launches 

The company readies its Electron launch vehicle for the “Bubbles” (HASTE) and Kakushin Rising missions. 

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>President Trump said on Sunday Iran committed a “serious violation” of the ceasefire but insisted a broader peace deal will happen “one way or another.”&nbsp;</li><li>Iran moved again to restrict access to the Strait of Hormuz, citing the continued US naval blockade, while the IRGC said the waterway will remain under strict control until full freedom of navigation is restored.</li><li>Trump warned this could be Iran’s “last chance” to reach a deal, signaling a tougher stance, even as negotiations continue with no new talks scheduled and both sides far from an agreement.</li></ul>U.S. President Donald Trump allegedly said on Sunday that Iran had broken the ceasefire in a "serious violation", but he still believes that a larger peace deal is possible.Trump <a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/jonkarl/status/2045824402269372580?s=20">told</a> ABC News reporter Jonathan Karl that he was sure a deal with Tehran would be reached. “It will happen. One way or another.” He said, "The nice way or the hard way," showing both confidence and pressure as tensions stay high between the two countries.<figure class="image"><a class="st-link-external" href="https://x.com/jonkarl/status/2045824402269372580" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_04_19_at_9_35_15_AM_png_b5c1b701f5.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-04-19 at 9.35.15 AM.png" width="1188" height="450"></a><figcaption>Jonathan Karl on Trump. Source: @jonkarl/x</figcaption></figure>The comments come after Iran again tried to limit access through the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, undoing an earlier reopening of the important waterway.&nbsp;Additionally, Trump is&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/4/19/iran-war-live-tehran-says-no-date-set-for-us-talks-hormuz-strait-closed">alleged</a> to have informed Fox News that this is the "last chance" for Iran to reach a peace agreement. He is adamant that he will not repeat the same misstep as former President Barack Obama, whose administration achieved a comprehensive nuclear agreement with Iran in 2015. “If Iran does not sign this deal, the whole country is getting blown up,” Trump cautioned.<h2 class="st-heading-2">US Maintains Blockade On Strait of Hormuz</h2>On Saturday, Tehran&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/strait-of-hormuz-closed-again-by-iran/cZJ6sfMRIUM">said</a> that the US naval blockade was still in place and blamed Washington for not easing restrictions on Iranian shipping. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said that the strait would stay under strict military control until what they called full freedom of navigation (FON) for Iranian ships was restored. This is a principle of maritime law that says ships flying the flag of any sovereign state should not be interfered with by other states.According to the Al Jazeera report, Trump seemed hopeful about a settlement, but he said that the US embargo will stay in place even if the current ceasefire ends later this week. The situation has already begun to impact global energy flows, as US forces are supposedly turning back multiple vessels, and there has been limited tanker movement reported during the brief reopening period.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/ITA">The iShares U.S. The Aerospace &amp; Defence ETF (ITA)</a> closed at $231 and increased by approximately 0.29% after hours. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SEA">U.S. Global Sea to Sky Cargo ETF (SEA)</a> closed roughly $17.40 in the green but suffered a significant after-hours decline, falling to approximately $16.88, a loss of close to 3%.&nbsp;Talks between Washington and Tehran have made some headway, but officials on both sides say there is still a long way to go. Iran's senior negotiator claimed that discussions are still a long way from a resolution. Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh blasted the US for making what he called "maximalist" demands and added that no fresh direct meetings are planned.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/iran-reviews-us-proposals-delivered-pakistan-mediation/cZJ66FmRIUD">Iran Reviews New US Proposals Delivered Via Pakistan Mediation: Report</a>Get updates to this story developing directly on Stocktwits.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

President Trump Delivers Remarks In Las Vegas. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Trump Slams Iran For ‘Serious Ceasefire Violation,’ Vows Deal Will Happen ‘Nice Or Hard Way’: Report

Iran stated the Strait of Hormuz would remain under military control until Iranian ships have completed FON. 

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again on Saturday, citing the US blockade and raising oil supply risks.</li><li>Tehran reportedly proposed tighter control, allowing only IRGC-approved ships with tolls.</li><li>Diplomatic efforts continue, with cautious hopes despite ongoing tensions.Iran has reportedly closed the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, just hours after temporarily reopening it to non-military traffic.&nbsp;</li></ul>The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has stated that the waterway would remain under strict military control until full freedom of navigation for Iranian vessels is restored, citing Washington's alleged failure to lift its naval blockade and continuation of what it called "acts of piracy" as the reason for the decision,&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/4/18/iran-war-live-tehran-says-president-trump-made-false-claims-amid-talks">according</a> to Al Jazeera.&nbsp;Despite his claim that a solution is likely, US President Donald Trump cast doubt on ongoing negotiations, stating that the blockade would remain in place even if the current ceasefire expires this week. Limited tanker movement continued during the brief reopening, but US Marines reportedly turned back 21 tankers, showing the mounting risks to global energy flows along one of the world's most important oil transit routes.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Iran Signals New Strait Of Hormuz Regime</h2>According to the Al Jazeera report, Ebrahim Azizi, head of Iran's National Security Committee, said in a new update that there might be a change in maritime policy. He said, "The time has come to comply with a new maritime regime for the Strait of Hormuz."&nbsp;Under this plan, only commercial ships that have been approved by the IRGC Navy would be able to go via certain routes after paying tolls. This would mean that transit would be more tightly controlled. He also said that any US meddling with Iranian vessels may quickly change the scenario.The Khatam al-Anbiya military command agreed with this and said that the strait would stay under strict supervision until the US lets Iranian ships move freely. The report talks about how Iran is sending confusing messages.&nbsp;The developments come amid continuous coordination among a quadrilateral group that includes Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt, with cautious hope emerging despite persistent disagreements.While no formal date has been set, diplomatic activity has increased, including Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's recent visit to Tehran, where he spoke with key Iranian officials and underscored the necessity for ongoing talks to restore regional stability.&nbsp;<h2 class="st-heading-2">Markets Remain Muted</h2>The geopolitical winds could affect the defense, energy and oil sectors. The<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/XLE"> Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE)</a> fell 2.76% on Friday, closing at $55.02. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/ITA">iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (ITA)</a>, on the other hand, was up 1.27% to close at $231.94. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around XLE remained in the ‘extremely bearish’ zone over the past day, while for ITA, retail sentiment remained ‘bearish’.&nbsp;The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund (USO)</a> underperformed, closing down more than 7% on Friday. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around USO dropped to ‘extremely bearish’ from ‘bearish’ zone.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-rally-triggers-800-m-liquidation-wave-shorts-take-650-m-hit/cZJU6xYRIUN">Over $800 Million Crypto Bets Wiped Out Amid Bitcoin’s Rally To $78,000</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Strait Of Hormuz Closed Again By Iran While ‘Piracy’ Row With US Intensifies

Iran re-closed the Strait of Hormuz within hours of reopening it, restricting passage amid escalating tensions with the US.

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LMT gains as defense ETFs surge amid fading Middle East truce hopes, with rising military demand driving long-term growth outlook for the sector.

Defense ETFs in Spotlight Amid Fading Truce Hopes in the Middle East

Defense ETFs like ITA gain traction as Middle East tensions persist, boosting demand for missiles, air defense systems and military production.

Defense ETFs Likely to Rally as Trump Plans Spending Boost

Rising geopolitical tensions and Trump's defense push are fueling a long-term rearmament trend. One can explore ETFs to benefit from this outlook.

iShares Trust - iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF

Still early innings

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Consolidation due before next leg up

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