Derek Hwang
Materials & Mining Analyst
Articles 806
Former U.S. Navy Sailor Sentenced for Espionage Involving Chinese Intelligence
Jinchao Wei receives a lengthy prison term after selling sensitive naval information to a Chinese agent
Jinchao Wei, a former petty officer second class in the U.S. Navy and engineer on the USS Essex, was sentenced to over 16 years in prison for transmit...
Corporate America’s Reluctance to Defend Fed Chair Jay Powell Amid DOJ Inquiry
Despite Concern Over Federal Reserve Independence, Business Leaders Maintain Public Silence
The independence of the Federal Reserve is widely recognized as a fundamental pillar of advanced economies, yet recent developments surrounding Fed Ch...
Former President Trump Voices Opposition to Netflix-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Amid Ongoing Bidding Contest
Trump’s social media activity signals resistance towards Netflix’s acquisition, potentially influencing Warner Bros. Discovery's merger approval
The ongoing acquisition battle for Warner Bros. Discovery has encountered a new complication as former President Donald Trump publicly opposes Netflix...
Buy the Dip in Synchrony (SYF): Policy Noise Offers a Tactical Long
A short-term entry after a policy-driven selloff; fundamentals and cash returns still intact
Synchrony (SYF) sold off sharply on 01/12/2026 after headlines about a proposed credit-card interest-rate cap. The drop creates a tactical buying oppo...
Progressive Is a Long-Term Underwriting Compounder — Buy on Dips
Underwriting discipline, strong cash flow and disciplined capital returns make PGR a patient long-term long; trade with defined risk.
Progressive's underwriting-first playbook and steady operating cash flow make it a compelling long-term compounder. Recent quarters show durable reven...
Palantir Trade Idea - A Clean, Data-Driven Long with Defined Risk
Q3-2025 profitability and cash flow make the trade simple: buy strength with disciplined stops and clear targets
Palantir (PLTR) has shifted from a growth-at-all-costs story to a cash-generative, GAAP-profitable software franchise. Recent quarterly results show a...
Beam Therapeutics Shares Rally on Significant Pipeline Advancements and Financial Outlook
Company's alignment with FDA on accelerated approval pathway and robust cash position underpin market optimism
Beam Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:BEAM) experienced a notable increase in share value following the disclosure of important developments in its clinical p...
Snowflake Strengthens AI Data Cloud Through Strategic $1 Billion Acquisition
Company Targets Enhanced Observability to Boost AI-Driven Data Management
Snowflake Inc is advancing its artificial intelligence capabilities by announcing an acquisition of Observe, a move valued near $1 billion. This strat...
Uncontained Vervet Monkeys Present Challenges in St. Louis Amidst AI-Driven Misinformation
Unregistered primates on the streets of St. Louis perplex animal control as digital fabrications obscure real sightings
In St. Louis, an elusive group of Vervet monkeys has escaped containment, presenting difficulties for local authorities attempting to track them down....
Georgia's Lieutenant Governor Contest Expands with Seth Clark's Democratic Bid
Former Macon-Bibb Commissioner Seth Clark Joins Race Amidst Competitive Field
Seth Clark, recently departing from the Macon-Bibb County Commission, has declared his candidacy for Georgia lieutenant governor. His entrance adds to...