Derek Hwang

Derek Hwang

Materials & Mining Analyst

Materials and mining analyst focused on copper, lithium, and specialty chemicals. Former commodities strategist tracking supply curves, cost positions, and project pipelines. Connects macro demand drivers with company-level execution, permitting risk, and return on invested capital.

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Feb 5, 2026 Finance

Ethereum Plummets Below $2,000 Amidst Intensifying Market Pressure

A 30% Decline Over One Week Highlights Elevated Risks in Crypto Trading Dynamics

Ethereum's value has experienced a significant decline over the past week, slipping below the $2,000 threshold with a nearly 30% drop. Technical indic...

Feb 5, 2026 Finance

KKR Expands Footprint in Sports Sector with $1.4 Billion Acquisition of Arctos Sports Group

The private equity firm enhances its long-duration capital strategy amid mixed Q4 FY25 performance

KKR & Co. Inc. has announced a significant acquisition of Arctos Sports Group for $1.4 billion as part of its ongoing efforts to broaden its investmen...

Feb 5, 2026 Finance

Microsoft Stock Faces Pressure Amid Analyst Downgrade and Rising Costs

Investor sentiment cools as Stifel reduces price target and highlights fiscal challenges ahead

Microsoft's shares have come under selling pressure following a notable downgrade by Stifel analysts, who lowered the price target from previous level...

Feb 5, 2026 Finance

Palantir's Shares Decline to Recent Lows Amid Notable Insider Stock Sales

Despite Impressive Quarterly Growth, Insider Selling Spurs Market Caution in Palantir Stocks

Palantir Technologies Inc. experienced a significant drop in share price, reaching the lowest level since July, following strong fourth-quarter earnin...

Feb 5, 2026 Finance

ConocoPhillips Faces Stock Pressure Following Q4 Earnings Shortfall

Lower Oil Prices and Missed Earnings Expectations Weigh on Shares Amid Strategic Progress

Shares of ConocoPhillips declined significantly after the company reported its fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings that fell short of market forecasts...

Launch of TrumpRx Website Aims to Facilitate Access to Lower-Priced Prescription Drugs
Feb 5, 2026 News & Politics

Launch of TrumpRx Website Aims to Facilitate Access to Lower-Priced Prescription Drugs

New government site to guide consumers to pharmaceutical companies offering discounted medications amid rising health and living costs

The Trump administration announced the upcoming launch of TrumpRx, a government-hosted platform intended to help consumers access prescription medicat...

Feb 5, 2026 Finance

Cardinal Health Elevates Shares with Robust Q2 Earnings and Upgraded 2026 Guidance

Healthcare Services Provider Posts Significant Growth Across Segments, Bolstering Investor Confidence

Cardinal Health Inc. experienced a notable increase in its stock price following the release of strong second-quarter financial results, including ear...

US Job Vacancies Drop to 5-Year Low Amid Weak Hiring Signals
Feb 5, 2026 News & Politics

US Job Vacancies Drop to 5-Year Low Amid Weak Hiring Signals

December job openings decline, highlighting ongoing challenges in the US labor market despite strong economic growth

The US labor market shows signs of stagnation as job vacancies fall to their lowest point in over five years, with December figures revealing 6.5 mill...

XRP Experiences Sharp Decline Amid Mixed Market Sentiment
Feb 5, 2026 Finance

XRP Experiences Sharp Decline Amid Mixed Market Sentiment

Despite a Week-Long 13% Drop, Optimism Persists Among Certain Traders

XRP's value has fallen sharply by 13% over the past week, erasing gains made after the November elections. Market data reveals contrasting sentiment t...

Feb 5, 2026 Finance

Genius Sports to Acquire Legend in Deal Valued Up to $1.2 Billion

Strategic merger expected to enhance media reach and financial performance by 2028

Genius Sports Limited has entered into an agreement to acquire Legend, a digital sports and gaming media company, in a transaction valued at up to $1....