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Aventus ($AVT.X) is trending as the community anticipates a potential price surge, with many users expressing strong buy signals and touting its low market cap. Discussions highlight Aventus's technology, partnerships (Vodafone, Polkadot), and speculation around a new exchange listing as possible catalysts. Some users have also pointed out a new partnership with Truth Network.

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SPY is trending as traders react to the Federal Reserve's rate cut decision and dissect the implications of the announcement, with some expressing concerns about stagflation while others anticipate further market gains. Community members are actively debating potential market directions, discussing technical indicators, and strategizing based on the latest economic data. The ETF's movements are also being viewed in the context of broader economic factors, including the dollar's value and global tensions.

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.

Ripple

XRP is trending as the community anticipates potential benefits from the upcoming launch of the first U.S. spot XRP ETF, with discussions around institutional inflows and market cap multipliers. Bullish sentiment is fueled by expectations of rate cuts and potential approval of additional ETFs in October, while some traders are closely watching for possible pullbacks. There's also talk of Ripple potentially challenging SWIFT, adding to the long-term excitement.

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UpDog

UpDog ($UPDOG.X) is trending as users spread the word and ask, "What's Updog?", referencing the popular meme. The community is focused on loading up, mentions the coin being on the Jupiter Strict List, and is drawing comparisons to other Solana-based meme coins like $BONK.X. Built on Solana, UpDog is positioned as a joke meta pioneer with a growing community.

Gorilla Technology Group, Inc. engages in the provision of video intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT) security, edge AI data analytics, and operational technology security solutions and services in Asia Pacific. It operates through the following segments: Video IoT, Security Convergence, and Other. The company was founded by Spincer Koh in May 2001 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Gorilla Technology Group Inc

GRRR is trending due to a newly announced $1.4 billion contract to build AI-powered data centers, sparking bullish sentiment and discussions about potential revenue impact. While some community members express excitement and anticipate a significant price increase, others are scrutinizing the details of the deal and the legitimacy of the partner company. The contract news is also fueling speculation about a potential short squeeze, compounded by upcoming events that could further boost the stock.

The Walt Disney Co. engages in the business of international family entertainment and media enterprise. It owns and operates television and radio production, distribution and broadcasting stations, direct-to-consumer services, amusement parks, and hotels. It operates through the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products. The company was founded by Walter Elias Disney on October 16, 1923 and is headquartered in Burbank, CA.

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Walt Disney Co.

$DIS is trending amid mixed reactions to recent news, including a deal with the NFL and earnings reports; the community is debating the implications of these developments, with some expressing concerns and disappointment, while others highlight the company's streaming growth and long-term potential. The stock's performance is also generating discussions around its valuation and future direction.

MicroAlgo, Inc. operates as a holding company, which engages in the development and application of bespoke central processing algorithms. Its services include algorithm optimization, accelerating computing power without the need for hardware upgrades, lightweight data processing, and data intelligence. The company was founded May 14, 2018 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

MicroAlgo Inc

MicroAlgo ($MLGO) is trending as traders discuss its potential for a short squeeze, citing its small float and high short interest. Some community members point to the company's AI, quantum, and blockchain developments as potential catalysts, while others mention the company's financial data.

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

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Strategy is trending as the stock price is not moving in sync with Bitcoin, leading to frustration among investors. The community is actively discussing whether the company's strategy of accumulating Bitcoin through debt is sustainable, especially with concerns about dilution and the stock's potential decoupling from Bitcoin's price movements. Some are speculating about potential catalysts like rate cuts or insider buying that could trigger a breakout.

Bullish engages in the management of a digital asset platform. It also offers market infrastructure and information services. The company was founded by Brendan Francis Blumer in 2020 and is headquartered in George Town, Cayman Islands.

Bullish

Bullish (BLSH) is trending due to its recent earnings report and securing a BitLicense from New York, paving the way for its U.S. launch, with the community actively analyzing the implications of the license and earnings figures. Community members are discussing institutional interest, potential price targets, and the impact of these developments on future growth. Some traders express skepticism and frustration, while others remain optimistic about the company's long-term potential in the crypto space.

Wormhole is a cross-chain messaging protocol that enables secure transfers of data or tokens across different blockchain networks. It supports a variety of applications, including DeFi, NFTs, and governance, by allowing data to be moved between blockchains efficiently and securely. Wormhole employs multiple verification methods to ensure the integrity and validity of the data transmitted through its network.

Wormhole

Wormhole ($W.X) is trending as discussions revolve around its cross-chain interoperability, particularly its integration with Ripple's XRP Ledger; the community is focused on its potential for enabling seamless asset and data transfer across different blockchains. Some users are pointing to a Coinbase listing as a catalyst, while others are speculating on potential price breakouts and long-term growth, with a few expressing concerns about it being a "shitcoin".

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Futures tied to the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indices rose late Wednesday, signaling that these averages could make good the losses experienced after the Federal Reserve’s rate decision. The Jerome Powell-led Fed cut rates by a quarter-point, aligning the expectations, but the major averages, excluding the Dow Jones Industrial Average, lost ground, potentially in a “sell-the-news” move.As the market looks past the Fed decision, the Nasdaq 100 futures rose over 0.62% as of 11 p.m. ET on Wednesday. The S&amp;P 500 and the Dow futures added 0.43% and 0.29%, respectively, and the Russell 2000 futures climbed 0.54%.The markets closed on a mixed note on Thursday as traders took stock of the Fed decision, the updated forecasts, and the dot plot, along with Powell’s comments at the post-meeting press conference. Typical of a Fed decision day, the averages treaded water before the verdict was announced but spiked higher on the announcement. As investors digested the rest of the news flow surrounding the rate decision, the optimism gave way to skepticism.Economists and market watchers called out the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting for being a&nbsp; “mess,” as they took exception to the wide spread of the dot plot, which reflects the expectations of the 19 policymakers.Macro strategist Jim Bianco viewed this as undermining the Fed’s credibility. The “Risk Management” cut Powell referred to is seen more as a political reason than a necessity, he added. Allianz advisor and economist Mohamed El-Erian said he concurred with the general perception that the Fed is confused and divided about the long-term outlook.The major indices gave back their gains and ended on a mixed note, with the Dow and the Russell 2000 managing to close in the green.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> fell 0.12% and 0.20%, respectively. On the other hand, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">Shares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> slipped 0.54% and 0.26%, respectively.The weekly jobless claims report, the results of the Philadelphia Fed’s September manufacturing survey, and the Conference Board’s leading economic indicators index for August could set the tone for trading in Thursday’s session.Darden Restaurants (DRI), FactSet (FDS), FedEx (FDX), and Lennar (LEN) are among the companies&nbsp;scheduled to report&nbsp;quarterly results on Thursday.Comerica Wealth Management's Chief Investment Officer, Eric Teal, said he expects the yield curve to steepen due to expectations that further stimulus will be forthcoming. The strategist views this as boding well for value-oriented sectors and smaller companies as the market broadens.Bolvin Wealth Management Group President Gina Bolvin said the Fed decision wasn’t a pivot, but a measured step.“For investors, this means modest rate relief, not fireworks,” she said, adding that rate-sensitive sectors like housing and consumer discretionary may benefit. “The Fed is walking a fine line, and upcoming inflation and jobs data will determine what comes next,” she added.Crude oil prices retreated late Wednesday, adding to their regular session’s losses, and gold futures also pulled back. The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield, which rose after the Fed decision to 4.076%, has seen a modest retreat in the overnight session.In the currency market, the U.S. dollar rose slightly against most major currencies, except the euro.Major Asian markets were mixed Thursday morning following an uninspiring lead from Wall Street. The Nikkei 225 average rose sharply, hitting an intraday high, riding on the yen’s weakness, as traders looked ahead to the outcome of the Bank of Japan’s 2-day monetary policy meeting that kicks off on Thursday. The central bank is widely expected to keep the uncollateralized overnight call rate unchanged at 0.50%.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/meta-stock-inches-up-after-hours-as-zuckerberg-unveils-799-ai-glasses-analyst-calls-it-best-bang-for-the-buck/chDchFWRd6w">Meta Stock Inches Up After-Hours As Zuckerberg Unveils $799 AI Glasses: Analyst Calls It ‘Best Bang For The Buck’</a>

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S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Rise, Pointing to Catch-Up Rally — Strategist Warns Fed Rate Cut Won’t Spark Fireworks

Allianz advisor and economist Mohamed El-Erian stated that he concurs with the general perception that the Fed is confused and divided about its long-term outlook.

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Allianz advisor and economist Mohamed El-Erian stated that he concurs with the general perception that the Fed is confused and divided about its long-term outlook.


Fed Sees "Two-Sided Risk" in Lowering Interest Rates

We now have interest rates between 4.00-4.25% for the first time since December of 2022.

Housing Numbers Down Ahead of Fed Rate Cut Today

With expectations high that interest rates will come down further in the near future, it keeps some homebuying prospects on the sidelines.

The nervousness, typical of a Federal Reserve decision day, is palpable, with the major index futures trading on a flat note early Wednesday. More sideways movement is expected ahead of the Fed decision, scheduled for 2 p.m. ET, and the lackluster mood could give way to volatility as traders react to the language of the policy statement, the updated economic forecasts, the dot plot, and Chair Jerome Powell’s comments at the post-meeting press conference.Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) could be in the spotlight as the Mark Zuckerberg-led company kicks off its 2-day Meta Connect conference.As of 4:10 a.m. ET on Wednesday, the Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.09%, the S&amp;P 500 futures, and the Dow futures were flat.A report that showed resilient retail sales data for August tempered market optimism on Tuesday, with the S&amp;P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite retreating from their all-time highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average pulled further away from its peak.Traders also chose to stay on the sidelines to see off the Fed decision.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> fell 0.14% and 0.08%, respectively. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">Shares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> slipped 0.28% and 0.16%, respectively.The key economic events of the day are:<ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li>Fed decision (along with SEP and dot plot): 2 p.m. ET</li><li>Powell’s press conference: 2:30 p.m. ET</li><li>Housing starts and building permits: 8:30 a.m. ET</li></ul>&nbsp;Cracker Barrel (CBRL), General Mills (GIS) and newly-public digital asset platform Bullish (BLSH) earnings are due on Wednesday.The crude oil rally has paused, and the commodity is modestly lower early Wednesday ahead of the Fed decision. Meanwhile, gold futures, although holding above the $3,700 an ounce level, have come off their record highs. The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield was at 4.024% early Wednesday. The dollar has firmed up against its major counterparts.The major Asian markets closed the pre-Fed decision session on a mixed note. The Hong Kong market climbed sharply on tech strength, and the Chinese market also capitalized on it, while the Taiwanese, South Korean and Australian markets moved to the downside.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/fed-rate-cut-priced-in-but-can-powell-keep-rally-intact/chDG0kZRdCN">Fed Rate Cut Priced In, But Can Powell Keep Stock Market Rally Intact?</a>

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during afternoon trading on August 01, 2025, in New York City. 

 US Stock Futures Pause, Traders Pin Hopes On Fed Rate Cut After S&P 500 Slips From Record

A report that showed resilient retail sales data for August tempered market optimism on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite retreating from their all-time highs.

 Why S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Are Flat Ahead Of Fed Rate Decision

A report that showed resilient retail sales data for August tempered market optimism on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite retreating from their all-time highs.


U.S. equities declined in Tuesday’s midday trade, with the crucial two-day Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting currently underway.Ahead of the release of the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/fed-meeting-date-fomc-rate-decision-when-announce-what-to-expect/chwynHURdzn">Fed meeting's outcome</a>, President Donald Trump&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-fed-should-be-independent-should-listen-to-smart-people-like-me/chwylmVRdzX">called on</a> the central bank to listen to “smart people” like himself, while stating that the central bank should remain independent.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 down 0.16% at the time of writing, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust</a> (QQQ), which mirrors the Nasdaq, fell 0.11%. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA), which tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average, declined 0.26%.Here are the top stocks making the biggest moves in Tuesday’s midday trade:<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BBAI">BigBear.ai Holdings Inc. (BBAI)</a>BigBear.ai shares were up more than 15% in Tuesday’s midday trade after a recent&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/bigbear-sparks-retail-buzz-as-congressional-disclosure-fuels-federal-win-rumor/chwy743RdyX">disclosure</a> by Representative Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) regarding the purchase of BBAI stock worth between $15,000 and $50,000 as part of a 401K account held with Charles Schwab. BigBear.ai was the top trending stock on Stocktwits at the time of writing.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/BBAI">BBAI stock</a> is up 32% year-to-date.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/TSLA">Tesla Inc. (TSLA)</a>Tesla shares continued to rise, gaining nearly 3% in Tuesday’s midday session following a surge on Monday after co-founder and CEO Elon Musk&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/tesla-shares-surge-elon-musk-purchases-stock-first-time-since-2020/chwwIvpRdUG">acquired</a> 2.57 million shares of the company on Friday, at an aggregate value of nearly $1 billion.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/TSLA">TSLA stock</a> is up 4% year-to-date.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/HIMS">Hims &amp; Hers Health Inc. (HIMS)</a>Hims &amp; Hers Health shares dropped by over 7% in Tuesday’s midday trade after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/hims-and-hers-stock-tumbles-7-percent-after-fda-letter/chwyNFWRdzV">sent</a> a letter alleging that the company’s claims concerning compounded Semaglutide products, used for weight loss, are “false or misleading.”<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/HIMS">HIMS stock</a> is up 109% year-to-date.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/RKLB">Rocket Lab Corp. (RKLB)</a>Rocket Lab shares dropped over 12% in Tuesday’s midday session after the company&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/rocket-lab-stock-tumbles-10-percent-today-here-is-what-happened/chwyZ66Rdzl">announced</a> a $750 million at-the-market (ATM) equity offering.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/RKLB">RKLB stock</a> is up 87% year-to-date.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/WBD">Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. (WBD)</a>Warner Bros. Discovery shares fell over 8% in Tuesday’s midday trade after analysts at TD Cowen downgraded the stock to ‘Hold’ from ‘Buy’ on concerns that “there would be a lot of hurdles” in Paramount Skydance Corp.’s (PSKY)&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/paramount-skydance-reportedly-plans-majority-cash-bid-for-warner-bros-discovery/chwNp8zRdvx">reported</a> bid to acquire the former, according to TheFly. Senator Elizabeth Warren on Tuesday also voiced her disapproval, calling to block the deal, and said in a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/ewarren/status/1967936711264272677">post</a> on X that it “would be a dangerous concentration of power over our media and news.”<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/WBD">WBD stock</a> is up 69% year-to-date.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/fed-meeting-date-fomc-rate-decision-when-announce-what-to-expect/chwynHURdzn">Fed Meeting Date: Here's When FOMC's Rate Decision Will Be Announced, And What You Should Expect</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

A bull statue and a bear statue stand outside the Frankfurt Stock Exchange on April 7, 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany

BigBear.ai, Tesla, Hims & Hers, Rocket Lab, Warner Bros Discovery: Stocks Making The Biggest Moves Today

BigBear.ai shares were up more than 15% on Tuesday after a recent disclosure by Representative Lisa McClain regarding the purchase of BBAI stock worth between $15,000 and $50,000.

Stephen Miran, a Trump ally who has defended President Donald Trump’s tariffs and criticized the Federal Reserve, was sworn in Tuesday as a Fed governor after a narrow Senate confirmation.&nbsp;Miran has staunchly defended Trump’s tariffs in the past,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cnn.com/2025/08/13/economy/fed-miran-trump">arguing</a> in August that the “doom and gloom” expectation from tariffs “just hasn’t panned out.” He was narrowly confirmed on Monday with a vote of 48-47.Miran will take unpaid leave from his role as chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisers rather than resign — a decision that U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended in a CNBC&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dl6lXi7unQU">interview</a> earlier on Tuesday.&nbsp;“I don’t think there’s anything irregular about it at all,” Bessent said.&nbsp;He added that Miran is expected to return to his role at the White House after completing his term at the Federal Reserve. “If he didn’t take the leave of absence, if he stepped down, the job would have remained open, and then he would have had to be reconfirmed whenever he leaves January, February,” Bessent said. “I think the signaling value here is that the plan is for him to come back” to the White House Council of Economic Advisers as its chair.Miran is expected to participate in the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on Tuesday and Wednesday, closely watched by retail traders for guidance on U.S. monetary policy.U.S. equities traded in the red by midday on Tuesday. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY) slipped 0.19%, the&nbsp;<a href="http://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF</a> (DIA) dipped 0.4%, and the Nasdaq-100 tracking&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust</a> (QQQ) moved 0.12% lower. Despite the drop, retail sentiment around QQQ on Stocktwits moved higher within ‘bullish’ territory over the past day.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-ethereum-trade-cautiously-ahead-of-fed-meeting-congress-to-weigh-btc-reserve/chwyiE1RdzT">Bitcoin, Ethereum Trade Cautiously Ahead Of Fed Meeting – Congress To Weigh BTC Reserve</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

White House Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Stephen Miran walks towards the West Wing of the White House after conducting television interviews on the North Lawn on August 12, 2025 in Washington, DC. 

Stephen Miran Joins Federal Reserve Board After Narrow Senate Confirmation

Miran has staunchly defended Trump’s tariffs in the past, arguing in August that the “doom and gloom” expectation from tariffs “just hasn’t panned out.”

Webtoon Entertainment Inc. (WBTN) has secured a notable price target increase from two major firms after expanding its partnership with entertainment giant Walt Disney Co. (DIS).&nbsp;The new collaboration involves the creation of a digital comics platform, a move analysts view as a long-term growth catalyst for the company. JPMorgan revised its target price for Webtoon to $22, up from its prior estimate of $14, while maintaining a ‘Neutral’ rating, according to TheFly.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/WBTN">Webtoon Entertainment stock</a> traded 31% higher on Tuesday morning. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment jumped to ‘extremely bullish’ from ‘neutral’ territory the previous day. Message volume shifted to ‘extremely high’ from ‘extremely low’ levels in 24 hours.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:933/106;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_09_16_101237_png_7ae0bf3218.webp" alt="WBTN’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 10:00 a.m. ET on Sep. 16, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits" width="933" height="106"><figcaption>WBTN’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 10:00 a.m. ET on Sep. 16, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>JPMorgan stated that the latest agreement represents a more substantial commitment between the two companies compared to their previous collaboration. While the deal may not immediately alter earnings projections, it is viewed as a strategically important move for Webtoon’s market position.Meanwhile, Deutsche Bank also took a bullish stance, lifting its price target to $25 from $18 and reaffirming a ‘Buy’ rating.&nbsp;As part of the deal, Disney will&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-did-webtoon-entertainments-stock-soar-60/chwydKzRdy3">acquire</a> a 2% equity interest in Webtoon. The new digital platform will host comics from Disney's franchises, including "Marvel" and "Star Wars," as well as titles from 20th Century Studios.Webtoon, which is controlled by South Korean internet giant Naver, listed on the Nasdaq in June 2024 and currently has a market cap of about $2 billion. The platform, also available as a mobile app, allows users to read, create, publish, and share graphic stories.&nbsp;Webtoon stock has gained over 39% in 2025 and over 70% in the last 12 months.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-did-oracle-stock-rise-4-percent-today/chwykRwRdzQ">Why Did Oracle Stock Rise 4% Today?</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

In this photo illustration, a Webtoon Entertainment Inc. logo is seen on a smartphone and on a pc screen. 

Why Did Webtoon Stock Rocket 31% Today?

JPMorgan said the firm’s latest agreement with Walt Disney represents a more substantial commitment between the two companies compared to their prior collaboration. 

Retail Sales, Imports & Exports Warmer Ahead of Fed Meeting

The new inflation figures out this morning are warmer than expected: will they matter to the Fed?

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly said Tuesday that President Donald Trump would support higher interest rates if inflation became a problem, as markets brace for the Federal Reserve to deliver its first interest rate cut of the year.“President Trump’s very sophisticated economically, and I think he has been right at almost every turn, whether it’s his first term, his second term,” Bessent said in a CNBC interview. “If he thought inflation were the problem for the American people, sure, he’d be willing to have a rate hike.”For now, Bessent argued, the issue lies with the Fed. “The problem has been that the Fed has been behind the curve,” he said. “We’re hoping they will start catching up in a rather fulsome way.”Markets widely expect the central bank to cut rates by 25 basis points at the conclusion of its two-day Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on Wednesday. Bessent said the key question is whether policymakers aim to move policy toward neutral or shift to a more accommodative stance.&nbsp;“I don’t think he thinks that’s neutral. I think he thinks that’s accommodative,” Bessent said of Trump’s call for a 300 basis point cut. “And I know he thinks the Fed is behind the curve.”According to a <a href="https://stocktwits.com/StocktwitsPolls/message/628471289">poll</a> conducted on Stocktwits last week, the Federal Reserve’s move on policy and rate cuts is going to be the primary driver behind markets this week.<figure class="image"><a href="https://stocktwits.com/StocktwitsPolls/message/628471289"><img style="aspect-ratio:1339/770;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/st_poll_jpg_6e1e130fcf.webp" alt="st_poll.jpg" width="1339" height="770"></a><figcaption>Stocktwits poll asking users what will drive markets between September 15-20. | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>U.S. equities were cautiously optimistic in pre-market trade on Tuesday. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY) was up 0.14%, the&nbsp;<a href="http://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF</a> (DIA) edged 0.01% higher, and the Nasdaq-100 tracking&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust</a> (QQQ) moved 0.19% higher. Retail sentiment around QQQ on Stocktwits moved higher within ‘bullish’ territory over the past day.Read also:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-ethereum-trade-cautiously-ahead-of-fed-meeting-congress-to-weigh-btc-reserve/chwyiE1RdzT">Bitcoin, Ethereum Trade Cautiously Ahead Of Fed Meeting – Congress To Weigh BTC Reserve</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (R) while watching the men's singles finals at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center for the U.S. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Trump Open To Rate Hikes If Inflation Surges, Scott Bessent Says: Report

In an interview with CNBC, the U.S. Treasury Secretary also reiterated that President Donald Trump feels that the Federal Reserve is currently ‘behind the curve.’

U.S. stock futures edged up early Tuesday as traders held onto hopes that the resumption of rate cuts by the Federal Reserve would reinvigorate the economy. The Commerce Department’s retail sales data, due before the market opens, and its implications for the economy may play in the minds of traders as they navigate an overbought market.The Fed meeting gets underway on Tuesday, although the outcome of the meeting won’t be known until Wednesday. Senate confirmation of Trump’s nominee Stephen Miran removes one of the overhangs around the rate decision. WisdomTree Senior Economist Jeremy Siegel anticipates a 25-basis-point cut, aligning with market expectations. The economist sees “real potential” for dissent on both sides.As of 3:45 a.m. ET on Tuesday, the Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.26% and the S&amp;P 500 futures climbed 0.10%, while the Dow futures and Russell 2000 futures were nearly unchanged.Stocks rallied sharply on Monday, thanks to hopes of the U.S. clinching a trade deal with China and some stock-specific strength in companies such as Tesla (TSLA) and Oracle (ORCL). A regional manufacturing survey that showed an unexpected contraction added to evidence of economic softness, increasing hopes for a rate cut.The S&amp;P 500 Index closed at a fresh high, topping the 6,000 mark for the first time, while the Nasdaq Composite and the Nasdaq 100 also scaled new peaks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, finished shy of its record.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF (SPY)</a>, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the S&amp;P 500 Index, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)</a> rose 0.53% and 0.86%, respectively. The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)</a> and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IWM">Shares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)</a> added 0.16% and 0.42%, respectively.On the economic front, the retail sales report for August is expected to show a slowdown in retail sales growth to 0.3% from 0.5% in July. Excluding autos, retail sales growth is expected to be a touch soft at 0.4% relative to 0.5% in July. Siegel said a 50 basis-point cut comes into play if the retail sales significantly disappoint.&nbsp;Traders may also focus on the Federal Reserve’s industrial production report for August, the import prices report for August, the business inventories report for August, and the National Home Builders Association’s housing market index for September.Ferguson plc. (FERG) is scheduled to report its quarterly results on Tuesday.Crude oil futures slipped early Tuesday, while gold futures continued to trade with strong upward momentum. The 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield moved tantalizingly closer to the 4% level.The dollar slipped against most major currencies.&nbsp;Most major Asian markets advanced, taking cues from Wall Street, although they showed caution ahead of the Fed rate decision.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/fed-meeting-one-in-four-retail-traders-bet-on-deeper-cuts/chwyBW0RdyL">Powell’s Fed Rate Meeting: One In Four Retail Traders Betting On Deeper Cuts, Stocktwits Poll Shows</a>

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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Rise Ahead Of Crucial Fed Meeting — Economist Says 50bps Cut Still Possible If This Happens

The Fed meeting is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, although its outcome will not be announced until Wednesday.

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