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

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Bitcoin is trending as the price experiences volatility, prompting discussions about potential bottom levels and future price movements. Community members are debating whether this is a buying opportunity or a sign of further decline, with some expressing concerns about market manipulation and potential liquidations. Broader conversations include the impact of external factors and historical trends on Bitcoin's performance.

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

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Strategy is trending downwards amidst Bitcoin's recent volatility, sparking debates about its correlation with BTC and potential risks. Community discussions range from concerns about margin calls and possible delisting to speculation on a potential bottom, with some traders eyeing a bounce while others foresee further declines. The stock's performance is closely tied to Bitcoin's price movements and Michael Saylor's strategy, leading to heightened uncertainty and a wide range of opinions.

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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Bitmine Immersion Technologies Inc

BMNR is trending amidst broader crypto market volatility and ahead of an earnings report, with community members debating the influence of figures like Tom Lee and speculating about potential staking strategies. Discussions include unrealized losses, potential liquidations, and whether the stock is undervalued relative to its Ethereum holdings. Some traders express frustration and accuse key figures of misleading investors, while others see a buying opportunity amid the dip.

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

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XRP is trending as the community discusses the potential impact of newly launched ETFs and the upcoming ISO 20022 standard implementation, while also navigating overall market volatility and price fluctuations. Community debates center on whether XRP can decouple from Bitcoin's influence and realize its utility for payments and tokenization. Some traders express frustration with recent price action, while others remain optimistic about long-term potential, particularly with institutional adoption.

Webull Corp. engages in the provision of financial services. It offers trading, wealth management product distribution, market data and information, user community, and investor education. The company was founded by An Quan Wang in 2016 and is headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL.

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Webull (BULL) is trending following an earnings beat, with the community debating whether it can break through market pressures. Bullish investors hope for upgrades and institutional buying, while others express concerns about market conditions and potential dilution. Some compare Webull to Robinhood, anticipating a similar growth trajectory.

Robinhood Markets, Inc is a financial services platform, which engages in the provision of retail brokerage and offers trading in U.S. listed stocks and Exchange Traded Funds, related options, and cryptocurrency trading, as well as cash management, which includes debit cards services. The company was founded by Vladimir Tenev and Baiju Prafulkumar Bhatt in 2013 and is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA.

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HOOD is trending amidst a recent dip, sparking debates about oversold conditions and potential for a rebound. Community members are weighing bullish and bearish scenarios, influenced by factors like Bitcoin's performance and broader market trends. Some traders discuss strategies like buying the dip or selling covered calls, while others speculate on future price movements and potential impacts of upcoming economic data.

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

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Micron is trending amid volatility, with investors reacting to a UBS price target increase and broader market concerns. Community discussions revolve around whether the recent selloff presents a buying opportunity or signals an overbought condition, especially with Nvidia's earnings on the horizon. Sentiment is mixed as some anticipate a continued rally driven by AI memory demand, while others foresee a deeper correction.

Oracle Corp. engages in the provision of products and services that address aspects of corporate information technology environments, including applications and infrastructure technologies. It operates through the following business segments: Cloud and License, Hardware, and Services. The Cloud and License segment markets, sells, and delivers enterprise applications and infrastructure technologies through cloud and on-premise deployment models including cloud services and license support offerings. The Hardware segment provides infrastructure technologies including Oracle Engineered Systems, servers, storage, industry-specific hardware, operating systems, virtualization, management, and other hardware-related software. The Services segment offers consulting, advanced support, and education services. The company was founded by Lawrence Joseph Ellison, Robert Nimrod Miner, and Edward A. Oates on June 16, 1977 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

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ORCL is trending as investors debate the company's AI strategy and significant debt, with concerns amplified by insider selling. Community members are discussing the potential impact on Oracle's valuation and ability to compete in the AI infrastructure space. Recent analyst actions and overall market sentiment are adding to the volatility.

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QQQ is trending downwards as investors grapple with concerns about overvalued tech stocks and the sustainability of the AI-driven rally, despite strong earnings from major players. The community is closely watching key support levels and debating whether this is a healthy correction or the start of a deeper downturn. Traders are expressing concerns about market manipulation and potential liquidity issues.

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.

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SMCI is trending due to positive sentiment surrounding the AI sector, fueled by strong earnings from key partner Nvidia and the anticipation of increased demand for AI infrastructure. Community members are discussing the potential for a short squeeze given the stock's oversold conditions and significant short interest, while also acknowledging the volatility and historical underperformance of the stock relative to its peers. Recent news of authorized chip exports to Saudi Arabia and the UAE further supports discussions around SMCI's growth potential within the expanding AI landscape.

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Gucci owner Kering SA’s stock rallied nearly 5% in early trading on the Euronext Paris on Monday, hours after the luxury goods giant announced the sale of its beauty division to L’Oreal SA for 4 billion euros ($4.7 billion). Kering’s shares in the U.S.&nbsp;are likely to garner attention when the market opens for the new week.The move comes as the first major step under Luca de Meo, who took over as the luxury group’s CEO last month, to tackle its high debt and refocus on the core fashion business.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Long-term Tie-Up</h2> Under the deal, L'Oreal will acquire Kering's fragrance brand Creed, as well as the rights to develop fragrance and beauty products under Kering's fashion labels Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga under a 50-year exclusive license. The licence for Gucci fragrances is currently held by Coty, and L'Oreal’s license is expected to commence likely in 2028.Kering bought Creed for 3.5 billion euros in 2023, although it struggled to ramp it up. At the time, it was seen as a bold move by the then CEO Francois-Henri Pinault to diversity the company’s business beyond fashion apparel and accessories.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Effort To Trim High Debt</h2> The divestiture comes as Kering battles declining growth at its largest brand, Gucci, partly due to a slowdown in the luxury and beauty markets in China, and deteriorating luxury sale trends globally. Kering has also issued a number of profit warnings over the past year.<h2 class="st-heading-2">How Do Analysts And Retail Traders Feel?</h2> Last week, Berenberg&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/lvmh-kering-downgraded-by-berenberg-as-luxury-super-cycle-is-over/ch6YynBR3VC">downgraded</a> Kering’s stock to ‘Sell’ from ‘Hold,’ and warned that "after three decades, the luxury super cycle is over." It forecast 2% to 3% annual growth for the luxury goods industry, below the historic 6%.On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment for&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/PPRUY">PPRUY</a> shifted to ‘neutral’ as of early Monday, from ‘bullish’ the prior day. The stock is up 48% year-to-date.Kering’s mulit-step deal with L’Oreal is expected to close in the first half of 2026.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Pedestrians pass a store of Italian luxury brand Gucci in Shanghai, China, on February 4, 2025. (Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Gucci Owner Kering’s Stock In Focus After $4.7B Deal To Sell Beauty Unit To L’Oreal SA

The move comes as the first major step under new CEO Luca de Meo to tackle the company’s high debt and reinstate the focus on the core fashion business.

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The move comes as the first major step under new CEO Luca de Meo to tackle the company’s high debt and reinstate the focus on the core fashion business.


Berenberg downgraded stocks of LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE and Gucci owner Kering SA, two of the world's largest luxury product companies, and gave a dire outlook for the sector broadly."After three decades, the luxury super cycle is over," the investment research firm said in a note, according to the summary on The Fly. The firm believes demand for luxury will grow at only 2%-3% annually in the medium term, below the historical norm of 6%.Constraints on aspirational consumers are more severe than initially modeled, according to the brokerage.Berenberg downgraded LVMH's Paris share to 'Hold' from 'Buy,' with a price target of 570 euros. That's about 5% below the stock's last close.The analyst downgraded Kering's stock rating to 'Sell' from 'Hold.' It set a 160-euro price target, which is half of the stock's last close level.Although luxury goods are typically resilient to economic headwinds, the U.S. tariffs have launched a cascading effect on economies around the world, and even the most affluent of shoppers are keeping their purse strings tight. Those who are a step below are clearly holding off on luxury purchases.&nbsp;&nbsp;On Stocktwits, the retail sentiment was 'bullish' for <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/LVMUY">LVMH's U.S. shares</a> and 'neutral' for <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/PPRUY">Kering's U.S. shares</a> as of early Thursday.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next: <a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/nestle-to-cut-nearly-6-roles-to-save-costs-retail-mood-bearish/ch6YHwlR3Vp">Nestle To Cut Nearly 6% Roles To Save Costs: Retail Mood Bearish</a>

Louis Vuitton logo is seen on the store at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan in Milan, Italy on March 2, 2025.

LVMH, Kering Downgraded By Berenberg As 'Luxury Super Cycle Is Over' — Retail Traders Have Mixed Feelings

Demand for luxury will grow at only 2%-3% annually in the medium term, below the historical norm of 6%, the investment research firm believes.

Kering Q2 revenue falls 18% due to weak retail, wholesale sales and tourism slump

Investing.com -- On Tuesday, Kering reported a sharp 18% year-on-year decline in second-quarter revenue to €3.7 billion, slightly below the €3.96 billion consensus estimate from LSEG analysts. 

Qatar fund denies report that it is exploring Valentino sale with Kering

Investing.com -- The head of Qatar-backed Mayhoola dismissed reports on Friday suggesting the fund and  Kering  (EPA:PRTP) were exploring a sale of their jointly owned fashion label Valentino.

European stocks edge higher; trade negotiations remain in focus

French luxury group Kering SA (PPRUY) has named Luca de Meo its next chief executive officer, tapping the top leader of Renault SA (RNLSY) to leverage his turnaround experience in the automotive sector for the luxury retail industry.The appointment, announced Monday, sent Kering's shares in Paris up 12%, their highest one-day gains since December 2008. Renault shares fell 8.7%, their most in three years.De Meo, set to join on Sept. 15, will be the first outsider to run Kering, which is controlled by the billionaire Pinault family. Kering manages renowned fashion brands like Gucci and Balenciaga.Current CEO Francois-Henri Pinault will step down and remain the board's chairman.The appointment is a significant development for Kering, which has recently struggled to keep pace with rivals such as LVMH and Hermès International.The luxury industry continues to face headwinds from sluggish demand and pronounced weakness in the Chinese market, challenges compounded by U.S. trade tariffs that threaten to drive up costs and further dampen consumer spending.Kering's stock has plunged nearly 80% from its August 2021 peak, even as the company has taken on higher debt levels."The Group is ready for a new stage in its development," Pinault said in a statement, underscoring the company's plan to bring fresh thinking for its brands' revival.De Meo's "sharp understanding of brands" and his experience as a top executive “convinced me that he is the leader I was looking for to bring a new vision," Pinault said.De Meo has spent five years leading Renault after earlier roles at Fiat and Volkswagen AG.At Renault, he is widely credited for turning around the French carmaker and overhauling its strategic alliance with Nissan. Renault's stock market value roughly doubled under De Meo.So far this year,&nbsp;shares of Kering and Renault on the Paris bourse are down more than 16%.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

Gucci Owner Kering Taps Renault's Luca de Meo As First Outsider CEO Amid Luxury Brand's Turnaround

Current CEO Francois-Henri Pinault will step down and remain the board's chairman.

Kering shares jump 7% on reports of Renault’s De Meo as next CEO

European stocks edge higher ahead of central bank meetings, G7 gathering

Kering in talks to sell a stake in Milan property to Qatari fund - report

Investing.com --  Kering  (EPA:PRTP) shares jumped around 7% in European trading Thursday following a report by Italy’s Corriere della Sera that the luxury group is negotiating the sale of a stake in its prime Milan property to the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) for over €1.3 billion ($1.43 billion).

Luxury sector hit hard by tariffs, growth forecast turns negative

Kering SA engages in the design, manufacture, marketing, and retail of luxury apparel and accessories. The firm offers apparel, leather goods, shoes, watches, jewelry, perfumes and cosmetics products. It operates through the following segments: Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Other Houses, and Kering Eyewear and Corporate. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Paris, France.

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