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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US Justice Department Charges Venezuelan Leader Maduro with Drug Trafficking and Corruption
Jan 4, 2026 News & Politics

US Justice Department Charges Venezuelan Leader Maduro with Drug Trafficking and Corruption

Indictment details extensive narcotics operations and alleged abuses linked to Venezuela’s ruling circle

The U.S. Justice Department has unsealed an indictment accusing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and close relatives of orchestrating a vast drug ...

Marco Rubio Issues Stark Warning to Cuban Officials After U.S. Forces Detain Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
Jan 3, 2026 Business News

Marco Rubio Issues Stark Warning to Cuban Officials After U.S. Forces Detain Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

Tensions Rise Between U.S. and Cuba Amid Controversial Military Operation in Venezuela

Following the U.S. military's detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Senator Marco Rubio criticized the Cuban leadership for its influence...

Marjorie Taylor Greene Challenges Trump's Venezuelan Strike Amidst Drug War Concerns
Jan 3, 2026 Business News

Marjorie Taylor Greene Challenges Trump's Venezuelan Strike Amidst Drug War Concerns

The Georgia representative questions military focus and pardoning decisions in narcotics-related policies

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly condemned President Donald Trump's recent military action against Venezuela, raising questions about the admi...

Examining Claims from U.S. Military Actions on Venezuela and Domestic National Guard Deployments
Jan 3, 2026 News & Politics

Examining Claims from U.S. Military Actions on Venezuela and Domestic National Guard Deployments

A detailed analysis of President Trump's statements and the factual data surrounding U.S. raids and National Guard activities

President Donald Trump addressed the recent U.S. military operations targeting Venezuelan drug trafficking vessels and domestic National Guard deploym...

Jan 3, 2026 Trade Ideas

Stevanato: Buy Confirmed - Structural Demand Intact, Pullback Offers Tactical Entry

Prefilled-syringes growth and steady cash returns make STVN a tactical buy around $20.5 with defined stops and upside to the mid-$20s and beyond.

Stevanato Group supplies critical drug containment and delivery products to pharma and biotech. The stock has pulled back ~25-30% from summer highs wh...

Trade Idea Long
South Florida Venezuelan Community Reacts to U.S. Military Action Against Maduro Regime
Jan 3, 2026 News & Politics

South Florida Venezuelan Community Reacts to U.S. Military Action Against Maduro Regime

Celebrations in Doral Follow U.S.-Led Ouster of Venezuelan President, Sparking Hope and Uncertainty

In Doral, Florida, a city with a significant Venezuelan population, residents celebrated the U.S. military operation that removed Nicolás Maduro from...

US Military Operation Successfully Detains Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
Jan 3, 2026 News & Politics

US Military Operation Successfully Detains Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

A covert nighttime raid culminates in Maduro’s capture and transfer to U.S. custody amid escalating regional tensions

The United States carried out a precise and well-coordinated military operation targeting Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Executed under the cov...

Three Strategic Steps to Enhance Retirement Savings in 2026
Jan 3, 2026 Business News

Three Strategic Steps to Enhance Retirement Savings in 2026

Effective budgeting, automated contributions, and smart investing key to growing your nest egg

As 2026 unfolds, revisiting and refining your retirement savings approach can help secure your financial future. With Social Security benefits averagi...

Jan 2, 2026 Finance

Federal Authorities Intercept Planned ISIS-Inspired Assault in North Carolina Ahead of New Year’s Eve

An 18-year-old man charged with attempting to support ISIS and planning a knife and hammer attack at a fast-food restaurant or grocery store

Federal law enforcement agencies successfully prevented a planned terrorist attack in North Carolina that was slated to occur on New Year’s Eve. An ...

Jan 2, 2026 Trade Ideas

Devon Energy: Quality Cash Flow and a High-Risk, High-Reward AI Narrative — Tactical Long

Use free cash flow and steady dividends as the base case; treat the "AI obsession" as a timing catalyst, not a valuation crutch.

Devon Energy (DVN) looks like a solid cash-generating U.S. shale producer trading around $37.9 with ~629 million diluted shares (implying an approxima...

Trade Idea Long