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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Potential Downturns in 2026: Examining Key Economic and Market Challenges
Jan 15, 2026 Business News

Potential Downturns in 2026: Examining Key Economic and Market Challenges

Understanding the factors that may lead to declines in the U.S. stock market amidst evolving trade policies and Federal Reserve dynamics

The U.S. stock market faces potential decline risks in 2026 despite positive indicators such as Federal Reserve easing, GDP growth, and technological ...

Jan 15, 2026 Trade Ideas

POET Technologies: A Tactical Long on Optical Interconnect Momentum

Small cap photonics play with fresh capital, rising order flow and clear data-center demand – enter on strength or measured pullback.

POET Technologies (POET) is trading near its 12-month highs after a year of volume-driven moves, a US$150M registered direct offering in October and s...

Trade Idea Long
Jan 15, 2026 Finance

Spotify Implements Another Round of Premium Subscription Price Increases

The streaming giant adjusts U.S. Premium pricing amid user growth and leadership changes.

Spotify Technology SA has announced a new price increase for its Premium subscription service in the U.S., Estonia, and Latvia, effective February. Th...

Globos de Oro 2026 experimenta descenso en audiencia mientras el fútbol domina la noche
Jan 15, 2026 News & Politics

Globos de Oro 2026 experimenta descenso en audiencia mientras el fútbol domina la noche

La ceremonia transmitida por CBS suma 8,7 millones de espectadores, con un descenso del 7% respecto al año anterior

La edición 2026 de los Globos de Oro, presentada por Nikki Glaser y retransmitida por CBS, registró una audiencia de 8,7 millones en televisión, lo...

Jan 15, 2026 Finance

Lam Research Shares Surge on Analyst Upgrades and Growing Earnings Optimism

Robust analyst endorsements and favorable price targets propel shares near 52-week highs ahead of Q4 earnings call

Lam Research Corp. (NASDAQ:LRCX) experienced a notable uptick in stock price amid a wave of bullish analyst activity. Key institutions including RBC C...

Jan 15, 2026 Finance

Oracle Intensifies Commitment to Nashville Amid Cloud Infrastructure Hiring Surge

Expansion Plans Face Investor Scrutiny as AI Growth Strategy Unfolds

Oracle Corporation is advancing its ambition to establish Nashville as a core hub for future operations, particularly in cloud infrastructure. The com...

Jan 15, 2026 Finance

GT Biopharma Advances GTB-5550 TriKE to Clinical Trials Targeting Solid Tumors in 2026

The company prepares for a Phase 1 basket trial following FDA IND submission for its third natural killer cell engager

GT Biopharma Inc. has submitted an investigational new drug application for GTB-5550 TriKE to the FDA, aiming to initiate clinical trials in 2026. GTB...

Jan 15, 2026 Finance

Undervalued Consumer Staples Stocks Show Strong Oversold Signals for Potential Gains

In-Depth Analysis of ODDITY Tech, PMGC Holdings, and Zevia Highlights Opportunities Within the Consumer Staples Sector

Several consumer staples stocks are currently exhibiting significant oversold conditions, as measured by the Relative Strength Index (RSI), potentiall...

European Military Reinforcements Arrive in Greenland Amid Ongoing Arctic Sovereignty Discussions
Jan 15, 2026 News & Politics

European Military Reinforcements Arrive in Greenland Amid Ongoing Arctic Sovereignty Discussions

Denmark fortifies presence in Greenland as diplomatic talks reveal diverging views with the U.S.

As tensions persist over the future of Greenland, several European nations have deployed troops to the Arctic island, underscoring Danish sovereignty ...

NASA Concludes Space Station Mission Early Following Medical Evacuation
Jan 15, 2026 News & Politics

NASA Concludes Space Station Mission Early Following Medical Evacuation

Astronaut Returns Mark First NASA Medical Evacuation from International Space Station

NASA prematurely ended a mission aboard the International Space Station after an astronaut experienced a medical issue, leading to a nighttime splashd...