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Stock Market Today, Dec. 30: Rocket Lab Regains Momentum
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 22:49
Today, Dec. 30, 2025, Rocket Lab started to recover after a week of losses as investors buy into this space upstart’s role in national security.NASDAQ : RKLBRocket LabToday's Change( 0.51 %) $ 0.36Current Price$ 70.48Key Data PointsMarket Cap$37BDay's Range$ 70.45 - $ 74.6752wk Range$ 14.71 - $ 79.83Volume741KAvg Vol23MGross Margin28.93 %Rocket Lab (RKLB +0.51%), a provider of small satellite launch services and space systems, closed at $70.45, up 0.47% for the session. Trading volume reached 30.0 million s ...
This Restaurant Tech Stock Is Down 50% and Just Lost a $17 Million Backer
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 22:48
A sharp exit, collapsing shares, and fast growing recurring revenue now collide in a moment that forces investors to decide whether pain signals danger or opportunity.On November 14, Florida-based Tremblant Capital Group disclosed in its latest SEC filing that it fully exited its position in PAR Technology Corporation (PAR 1.83%), reducing exposure by $16.77 million.What HappenedTremblant Capital Group filed its quarterly Form 13F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on November 14, reporting a ...
SOXX vs. FTEC: Are Investors Better Off With a Semiconductors ETF or Broad Tech Exposure?
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 22:48
Expense differences, sector breadth, and risk profiles set these two leading tech ETFs apart for investors seeking tailored exposure.The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX 0.13%) and the Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF (FTEC 0.32%) differ most in sector focus, cost, and historical risk, giving each a distinct role for tech-focused investors.SOXX focuses on U.S. semiconductor stocks, while FTEC tracks a broader U.S. tech index that encompasses hardware, software, and communications. For those wei ...
Why a Fund Trimmed a $3.9 Million Stake in the Billionaire-Managed DoubleLine Income Solutions Despite an 11.7% Yield
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 22:27
Core Insights - McGowan Group Asset Management, Inc. sold 319,882 shares of the DoubleLine Income Solutions Fund, reducing its position by approximately $3.93 million, indicating a strategic adjustment in income-focused portfolios amidst credit and volatility challenges [1][2][10]. Fund Performance - As of September 30, the DoubleLine Income Solutions Fund (DSL) had a market value of $35.69 million, representing 4.42% of the fund's reportable assets under management, down from 4.97% in the previous quarter [2][3]. - The fund's shares were priced at $11.27, reflecting a 10% decline over the past year, while the S&P 500 increased by about 17% during the same period [3]. Fund Overview - The DoubleLine Income Solutions Fund specializes in global fixed income investments, focusing on income generation through a diverse allocation across debt markets [6][9]. - Key metrics include a revenue of $110.73 million, net income of $108.96 million, and a dividend yield of 11.7% [4]. Investment Strategy - The fund employs a strategy that includes a significant leverage of approximately 23% and a focus on below-investment-grade credit and emerging markets debt, which can enhance returns but also increase risk during market volatility [10]. - The recent sale of shares appears to be a rebalancing move rather than a complete exit from credit investments, as the fund continues to hold a substantial amount of assets in DSL [11].
Is UiPath Stock a Buy or Sell After Its CEO Dumped Shares Worth $1.5 Million?
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 22:17
Known for its automation software platform, this enterprise tech firm reported a notable insider sale in the latest SEC filing.Daniel Dines, CEO and Chairman of UiPath (PATH 1.07%), reported the direct sale of 90,000 Class A Common Stock shares in two open-market transactions on Dec. 22 and Dec. 23, 2025, for a total value of ~$1.5 million according to the SEC Form 4 filing.Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold (direct)90,000Transaction value~$1.5 millionPost-transaction shares (direct)28,703,585Post-tr ...
Stock Market Today, Dec. 30: Tesla Falls After Offering Weak Delivery Outlook
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 22:14
On Dec. 30, 2025, investors weighed weaker delivery guidance, analyst pushback, and supply-chain risks against Tesla’s AI ambitions.NASDAQ : TSLATeslaToday's Change( -1.05 %) $ -4.82Current Price$ 454.82Key Data PointsMarket Cap$1.5TDay's Range$ 453.83 - $ 463.1052wk Range$ 214.25 - $ 498.83Volume1.9MAvg Vol84MGross Margin17.01 %Tesla (TSLA 1.05%), the electric vehicle manufacturer, closed down 1.2% at $454.24 on Tuesday, as investors reacted to cautious delivery commentary and supply chain concerns. Tesla ...
Stock Market Today, Dec. 30: Nio Rallies on Upbeat Q4 Sales Outlook
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 22:11
On Dec. 30, 2025, Nio continued to climb as investors reacted to a bold $4.3 billion sales outlook and a China subsidy extension.NYSE : NIONioToday's Change( 3.00 %) $ 0.16Current Price$ 5.50Key Data PointsMarket Cap$11BDay's Range$ 5.50 - $ 5.7952wk Range$ 3.02 - $ 8.02Volume78MAvg Vol53MGross Margin11.25 %Nio (NIO +3.00%), a smart electric-vehicle maker, closed Tuesday’s session at $5.50, up 3.00%. The stock has gained 10.00% in the past five days. Trading volume reached 77.5 million shares, coming in abo ...
Stock Market Today, Dec. 30: Boeing Led Industrials as Major Indexes Drift Near Records
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 22:06
On Dec. 30, 2025, Boeing led industrials as major U.S. indexes drifted in quiet, year-end trading near record territory.S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.14%) slipped 0.13% to 6,896.45, Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 0.24%) fell 0.24% to 23,419.08, and Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI 0.20%) eased 0.20% to 48,367.05 in quiet, year-end trading near record territory.Market moversIndustrial bellwether Boeing (BA +0.57%) gained around 0.6% as industrials outperformed, while healthcare insurer Molina Healthcare (MOH +2.47%) jumped ro ...
Nvidia vs. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing: What's the Better Buy?
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 21:35
Core Insights - Nvidia and TSMC are dominant players in the AI value chain, with Nvidia focusing on GPU design and TSMC on chip fabrication and packaging [1][2] Nvidia - Nvidia has visibility into nearly $500 billion in combined revenue from its Blackwell and Rubin platforms from 2025 to 2026, with $150 billion already shipped [4] - The company's networking business is generating multibillion-dollar revenues through products like NVLink, InfiniBand, and Spectrum-X, which are essential for AI deployments [4] - Production of Nvidia's next-generation Vera Rubin platform is on schedule to ramp up in the second half of 2026, supporting various AI workloads [5] - Nvidia's current market cap is $4.6 trillion, with a gross margin of 70.05% and a dividend yield of 0.02% [7] Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC) - TSMC earns a significant portion of its revenue from producing advanced chips (7-nanometer and below) for high-performance computing [8] - The company is advancing its 2-nanometer process node toward volume production, with plans to produce chips using the N2P variant in 2026 [8] - TSMC is also developing the A16 process node, with volume production scheduled for the second half of 2026 [9] - TSMC plans to increase its monthly Chip on Wafer on Substrate (CoWoS) advanced packaging capacity from 75,000-80,000 wafers to 120,000-130,000 wafers by the end of 2026 [11] - TSMC's current market cap is $1.6 trillion, with a gross margin of 57.75% and a dividend yield of 1.02% [10] Investment Outlook - Nvidia is considered better suited for long-term investors focused on upside potential, while TSMC may appeal to those seeking a more resilient stock [12]
Why Lucid Could Continue to Set Record Quarters but Disappoint Investors
The Motley Fool· 2025-12-30 20:15
Lucid consistently increased its deliveries over the past year and a half, and there should be room to run -- but here's why it still might fall short.If you bought $10,000 of Tesla stock the day it went public, you'd have roughly $2.9 million right now. That's in a different world compared to the same investment in the broader S&P 500 that would be worth only about $66,000. While Tesla is one of a kind, it's that opportunity and those potential returns that have investors intrigued by other start-up electr ...