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Stonks Gone Wrong

Stonks Gone Wrong

By: Straight War Bets
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A savage daily roast of the dumbest moves in the stock market. From clueless CEOs and meme stock meltdowns to shady earnings calls and Wall Street’s worst takes — we break the news and break down laughing. Think CNBC, but if the hosts were Reddit mods with nothing to lose. No financial advice. Just unfiltered market chaos, sarcasm, and stonk carnage. New episodes daily.© 2025 Straight War Bets Economics Personal Finance
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  • June 27, 2025 - Stonks Gone Wrong Market Update
    Jun 27 2025
    June 27, 2025 - The S&P 500 reached a record high for the first time in four months as investors reacted positively to strong market momentum. President Trump’s trade threats continue to cast a shadow over Wall Street, yet optimism prevails with tech stocks gaining traction. Wells Fargo successfully navigated another Fed hurdle following stress tests, while billionaire Michael Dell sold $1.2 billion in stock. Additionally, Trump hinted at appointing a Fed Chair favorable to rate cuts. Market analysts remain bullish on tech, predicting continued upward movement. Powered by LabCat AI research tools.
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    3 mins
  • June 26, 2025 - Stonks Gone Wrong Market Update
    Jun 26 2025
    June 26, 2025 - The S&P 500 closed just shy of its record high, briefly topping it for the first time in four months as bullish sentiments increase amid growing expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Nike reported results that exceeded estimates, though the CEO noted the company still has goals to achieve. Meanwhile, China's credit ETFs are set to nearly double as investments shift towards tech bonds. An IPO from a collections company highlights new opportunities in a challenging consumer environment. Overall, markets show strong momentum as investors anticipate further gains. Powered by LabCat AI research tools.
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    4 mins
  • June 25, 2025 - Stonks Gone Wrong Market Update
    Jun 25 2025
    On June 25, 2025, Brazil's Lower House blocked a key tax decree, posing a fiscal challenge for President Lula. Asian shares opened cautiously amid a pause in market rally. In company news, Richard Li’s FWD Group announced plans for a $442 million IPO in Hong Kong. Steelcase, the office-furniture maker, revealed job cuts in Q1, indicating potential for further layoffs. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's government intervened to defend its currency peg as the local dollar weakened. Energy stocks and ETFs surged following Trump’s renewed support for nuclear energy. Powered by LabCat AI research tools.
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    4 mins
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