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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Health Insurance Costs Surge in 2026, Exacerbating Affordability Challenges
Jan 24, 2026 Business News

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
Jan 24, 2026 News & Politics

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?
Jan 24, 2026 Business News

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
Jan 24, 2026 Business News

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...

Jan 23, 2026 Trade Ideas

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...

Trade Idea Long
Investigation Points to Powdered Whole Milk as Possible Source in Infant Formula Botulism Cases
Jan 23, 2026 News & Politics

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...

Jan 23, 2026 Finance

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
Jan 23, 2026 Business News

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...

Jan 23, 2026 Trade Ideas

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 ...

Trade Idea Long
Jan 23, 2026 Finance

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...