Derek Hwang
Materials & Mining Analyst
Articles 806
Health Insurance Costs Surge in 2026, Exacerbating Affordability Challenges
Premium Increases Across Employer, Medicare, and ACA Markets Driven by Greater Utilization, Chronic Conditions, and Healthcare Consolidation
Health insurance premiums are climbing significantly in 2026 across major coverage programs including employer-sponsored plans, Medicare, and Affordab...
Heavy Rain-Induced Landslide in West Java Claims Eight Lives and Leaves Over 80 Missing
Search Efforts Complicated by Unstable Terrain and Ongoing Rainfall in Indonesian Region
A landslide triggered by persistent heavy rainfall struck the Pasir Langu area in West Java, Indonesia, causing at least eight fatalities and leaving ...
Retirement Savings Reality: How Many Americans Reach the $1 Million Milestone?
Analyzing the Saving Patterns and Financial Standing of American Retirees in Relation to the $1 Million Benchmark
Determining the amount needed for a secure retirement can be complex and varies for individuals based on numerous factors. While many view $1 million ...
Prince Harry and UK Prime Minister Criticize Trump's NATO Afghanistan Remarks
Key UK figures urge respect for servicemembers' sacrifices amid controversial comments by former US President
Prince Harry and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer voiced strong objections to former US President Donald Trump's recent remarks questioning NATO fo...
United States Antimony: Execution-Dependent Growth; A Risky but Actionable Long
Ramp-up capital spending, strong equity cushion, and critical-minerals tailwinds - trade it as a high-conviction, execution-dependent swing/position long.
United States Antimony (UAMY) is mid-ramp: management is spending aggressively to expand production and diversify into zeolites while maintaining mini...
Investigation Points to Powdered Whole Milk as Possible Source in Infant Formula Botulism Cases
FDA Detects Clostridium Botulinum in ByHeart Formula Ingredients Amid Ongoing Probe
U.S. health officials indicate that powdered whole milk used in ByHeart infant formula may be the contamination source responsible for an unprecedente...
Bitcoin Maintains Around $90,000 as Ethereum, XRP, and Dogecoin Hold Critical Positions
Market Observes Consolidation Amid Key Technical Challenges and Regulatory Developments
Bitcoin remains anchored near the $90,000 mark as leading cryptocurrencies hold pivotal price levels. Recent market activity indicates significant liq...
Protecting Your Retirement Income Amid Inflation Challenges
Strategies to Preserve Purchasing Power for Retirees in a Rising Cost Environment
Inflation remains a persistent concern for retirees as it steadily elevates living expenses and erodes purchasing power. Even moderate inflation rates...
Devon Energy: Cash Returns and Lower Leverage Leave Room To Run
A pragmatic long trade — buy for yield, cash flow and debt reduction; protect with a tight stop.
Devon Energy (DVN) is generating steady operating cash flow, cutting net debt and returning capital via dividends and financing activity. At ~ $38.77 ...
Philip Morris Seeks FDA Approval for Reduced-Risk Label on ZYN Nicotine Pouches
Company Highlights Scientific Evidence to Support Modified-Risk Tobacco Product Status for ZYN
Philip Morris International is pursuing regulatory approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to classify its ZYN nicotine pouches as a modif...