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Earlier this year, Vector Acquisition Corp (NASDAQ: VACQ) announced a reverse merger with aerospace company Rocket Lab. Rocket Lab is an end to end, aerospace manufacturer and small satellite launch service operating from Longbeach, California. On 20th August, VACQ shareholders approved of the merger and the company will begin trading on the 25th of August.…
ProShares Ultra VIX Short-Term Futures (BATS:UVXY) is a listed ETF which provides investors leveraged exposure to the SP 500 VIX short term futures index.
UVXY tends to increase in value when the market falls, as investors move to buying put options on SP 500 listed companies as protection.…
In early February, The Beachbody Company announced its intentions to merge with both SPAC company Forest Road Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: FRX) and Myx Fitness in a reverse merger. The merger was valued at $2.9 Billion and was to raise approximately $420 million for the combined company.…
President & CEO of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, Ross Gerber alongside sponsor AdvisorShares recently launched the AdvisorShares Gerber Kawasaki ETF (NYSE:GK). The Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) has picked up the attention of Wallstreet, as Gerber aims to “identify growth companies positioned to benefit from transformative changes in our society”.…
Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) is a world-renowned American manufacturing company that needs no introduction.
Founded by semiconductor pioneers Gordon Moore and Robert Noyce in 1968, the firm primarily designs, manufactures, and sells essential technologies for the cloud, smart, and connected devices for retail, industrial, and consumer uses worldwide.…
Last week Mirion Technologies announced its proposed business combination with GS Acquisition Holdings Corp II (NYSE:GSAH). Mirion Technologies is a market leader in vital radiation detection and measurement with operations across 13 countries. The transaction has an enterprise value of $2.6 billion, which has caught the interest of investors on Wallstreet.…
Embark Trucks Inc, an autonomous vehicle (AV) software-as-a-service company announced their proposed merger with SPAC company Northern Genesis Acquisition II (NYSE:NGAB). The transaction has an implied enterprise value of $4.55 Billion and will provide the combined company $614 million in cash proceeds.…
Vertex Energy Inc (NASDAQ:VTNR) has continued its stellar run this week now up 331% for the week. The company announced last week that they are planning to acquire the Mobile refinery located in Mobile, Alabama from Equilon Enterprises for $75 Million.…
Lion Electric Co (NYSE:LEV) had its Wallstreet debut on May 7, following the completion of the proposed SPAC merger with Northern Genesis Acquisition Corp. Lion Electric design and manufacture zero emission, all electric Class 5-8 trucks and buses. The merger transaction has raised $490 Million in funding for LEV to carry out their expansion strategy in 2021.…
The US stock market is host to the best performing market indices across the globe. The US market is made up of two large exchanges, of which buyers and sellers can trade shares in US listed companies. The NASDAQ and NYSE are host to some of the largest corporations in the world, of which own 40% of market capitalisation across the world.…
Tortoise Acquisition Group (NYSE: SHLL) has made a name for itself on Wallstreet this year as they plan to merge with EV truck innovator Hyliion. SHLL has surged 343% over the past quarter, as the merger date moves closer to finalisation.…
Cassava Sciences (NASDAQ:SAVA) held a conference this morning announcing promising Phase 2b trial results in treating patients with mild-moderate Alzheimer’s Disease. The company uses the drug Sumifilam to treat AD by reducing neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation. The results announced via conference call concluded that the data shows a promising increase in cognitive bio-markers within AD patients – an impressive feat for the AD treatment pioneer.…
Spartan Energy Acquisition Corp (NYSE: SPAQ) is rallying up the bulls as we inch closer to the SPAQ Fisker merger. Investors are expecting to ride the bullish undertone in the lead up to the merger. However, below the surface, a SPAQ Fisker investment is exhibiting risks that investors must know.…
Despite Google’s (NASDAQ: ALPHABET) monstrous size, they are always looking for new markets to tap into and dominate. Yesterday the tech giant grew its market foothold in the home security space after investing $450 million into ADT. ADT supplies secuity for residential and small businesses throughout America.…
Varian Medical Systems (NYSE: VAR) grabbed the stock market microphone to announce that it will be bought out by the German technology behemoth Siemens Healthineers. Some investors might view the transaction as one company swallowing another. However, the acquisition marks a quantum leap in the cancer fight.…
Tonix Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: TNXP) is gaining significant investor backing after releasing a COVID-19 announcement. TNXP stock price instantly surged. It’s no secret, COVID-19 press releases are the wallet magnets of the stock market. However, the share price movement of Tonix is unique.…
Hello everyone, I am a day trader, equity investor and the proud founder of @thefinanciallysavvy, an Instagram page dedicated to enriching lives worldwide by spreading and reinforcing financial education. Here’s the short story of how I turned my hobby into my passion.…
Before I start, I am obliged to remind our viewers that this is not advice only general commentary from my extensive research in this area.
The two biggest questions I get asked in relation to investing by young people are- where would I invest?…
Before I start, I am obliged to remind our viewers that this is not advice only general commentary from my extensive research in this area.
In recent times, investing has been made more accessible to society as companies such as RAIZ and Spaceship Voyager have made investing platforms that are very accessible and transparent.…
Before I start, I am obliged to remind our viewers that this is not advice only general commentary from my extensive research in this area.
What is a Derivative Security?
A Derivative Security is a financial instrument whose value depends on the underlying asset.…