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AFFIRM HOLDINGS INC (AFRM) is having tons of stock and option volume, let's see what is going on

Unusual Options Activity and Flow in AFFIRM HOLDINGS INC (AFRM) Today, we Unusual Whales saw tons of unusual options activity, order flow, stock volume, and general options flow. Let's look at some for AFFIRM HOLDINGS INC (AFRM). Here are the options volume by expiry currently for AFRM: Here

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VANECK GOLD MINERS ETF (GDX) is having tons of stock and option volume, let's see what is going on

Unusual Options Activity and Flow in VANECK GOLD MINERS ETF (GDX) Today, we Unusual Whales saw tons of unusual options activity, order flow, stock volume, and general options flow. Let's look at some for VANECK GOLD MINERS ETF (GDX). Here are the options volume by expiry currently for

Canada's fertility rate is now at a record low of 1.33 children per woman, compared with 1.44 in 2021. But Canada had one of the highest population growths last year & into this year

A recent report from Statistics Canada has unveiled a significant change in the methodology used to count Canada's non-permanent residents (NPRs), leading to a substantial increase in their estimated population. According to the latest population estimate, there are approximately 2,198,679 non-permanent residents in Canada,

Hedge funds using computers to trade equities are expecting to start selling to the tune of $20 billion to $30 billion in the next two weeks given retreating stock markets

Algorithmic hedge funds, which employ computer-based trading strategies to navigate equity markets, are poised to initiate substantial sell-offs totaling between $20 billion to $30 billion over the next two weeks, according to a note from UBS. These hedge funds, previously bullish on stocks, have transitioned to a neutral

$CVS has said it will close 900 stores by the end of 2024, 10% of all its shops, as it moves to online strategy amid rampant increase in shoplifting

CVS, one of the largest drugstore chains in the United States, is embarking on a comprehensive retail overhaul that includes the closure of hundreds of stores across the country. This strategic transformation comes as retailers adapt to changing consumer behaviors in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has

Sam Bankman-Fried met with the prime minister of the Bahamas to discuss paying off the country's entire roughly $10 billion national debt

In a revealing excerpt from Michael Lewis's upcoming biography, "Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon," it's disclosed that Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, once contemplated the audacious idea of paying off the entire national debt of the Bahamas.

Kevin O’Leary was paid $15.7 million for twenty service hours, twenty social posts and fifty autographs to promote FTX

Kevin O'Leary, renowned entrepreneur and television personality, received $15.7 million from cryptocurrency exchange FTX in exchange for what is described as relatively minimal services, according to Michael Lewis's latest book, "Going Infinite." The compensation details indicate that O'Leary was paid $15.

BREAKING: The US House has voted to remove Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker

This is a developing story, but Kevin McCarthy has been removed as House Speaker, the shortest serving Speaker since 1839. The U.S. House of Representatives is conducting a historic vote on whether to remove Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his position after he was unable to quell a rebellion within

The US national debt is growing faster than the economy

There's a growing concern among investors that demand for U.S. Treasury bonds may diminish, leading to potential higher borrowing costs for the government. Elevated interest payments could reduce funding available for various government programs, from national parks to infrastructure projects. Political disputes over government spending exacerbate this

The Jets Chiefs NFL game was the highest-rated TV show since the Super Bowl this year, thanks to Taylor Swift and two million more female viewers watching the game

Sunday night's Kansas City Chiefs vs. New York Jets NFL game attracted a viewership of 27 million people, making it the second-most-watched NFL game of the season. NBC, which broadcasted the game, attributed this strong performance in part to the presence of pop star Taylor Swift.

Every television, radio and cellphone in the U.S. is going to broadcast a message on Wednesday along the lines of: “THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.”

A nationwide test of emergency and wireless alert systems is scheduled for Wednesday at 2:20 p.m. ET. During this test, a message will be broadcast to all cellphones, televisions, and radios in the United States. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced this exercise in August, and it

Sam Bankman-Fried paid Tom Brady $55 million for a week of work

Sam Bankman-Fried, the embattled cryptocurrency magnate currently facing federal trial for fraud and money laundering charges, paid NFL legend Tom Brady a staggering $55 million for what can only be described as minimal work conducted over a three-year period. This revelation comes from bestselling author Michael Lewis, who

Florida has overtaken New York to become the second most-valuable US housing market

Florida's real estate market has achieved a significant milestone, becoming the second most valuable in the United States, according to a recent study by Zillow. This marks a remarkable shift in the national home prices landscape since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Florida's real

Canada likely sitting on the largest housing bubble of all time, per Phillip Colmar

The Canadian housing market is currently facing a high risk of unraveling, according to expert analysis. The precarious situation is primarily attributed to the significant level of debt that Canadians have taken on in comparison to their incomes. Should mortgage rates continue to rise, which is a likely scenario, many

The US government is currently spending more to pay interest on its $33 trillion national debt than it does on national defense

In recent years, the cost of servicing the United States' debt has been on a relentless rise. This surge is compounded by the looming threat of a government shutdown or, worse still, a default. It's a grim situation exacerbated by political dysfunction that appears to have rendered

Managers say Gen Zers aren't getting work done and lack basic social skills

Many of us have stretched the truth about our proficiency in tools like Excel or PowerPoint to secure a job, relying on on-the-job learning to master these skills. However, Gen Z is challenging this norm, emphasizing the need for better preparation in the skills that employers value most.

Home ownership is now unaffordable in 80% of US counties

A recent report from ATTOM reveals that homeownership expenses have become increasingly unaffordable in a staggering 79% of US counties. This financial strain comes as home prices and mortgage rates continue their upward climb, leaving a significant dent in the average American wage earner's pocket. The study highlights

Applications for home purchase mortgages have dropped to their lowest level since April 1995

Mortgage applications in the United States have taken a sharp plunge, reaching their lowest point in 28 years, primarily due to a surge in mortgage rates. The latest data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending August 18, 2023, reveals a significant

Nordstrom has closed the doors of its five-story department store in San Francisco, ending a 35-year run.

Nordstrom bid farewell to its longstanding five-story department store in San Francisco, marking the end of a 35-year era. The closure comes amidst a broader retail exodus that has gripped the city, reflecting shifting dynamics in the urban retail landscape. The closure of the 312,000-square-foot

More than 1.2 million small businesses in Japan have owners aged about 70 with no successor

In a significant demographic shift, Japan has reported its most substantial annual population decline since 1968, signaling a pivotal moment in the nation's demographic landscape. The decrease in population is attributed to declining birth rates alongside a noteworthy increase in the foreign population. Japan's Ministry of

Old houses now cost as much as new houses

Recent data has illuminated a fascinating trend in the U.S. housing market, highlighting the convergence of prices between existing single-family homes and newly built residences. In June, the median price for existing single-family homes, which excludes newly constructed properties, stood at $416,000. Intriguingly, this figure aligns

A top official at the DEA, Department of Health and Human Services has called for marijuana to be reclassified as a lower Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act

The U.S. Health and Human Services Department has suggested a reclassification of marijuana to a lower-risk drug category, a move that could potentially ease restrictions on the cannabis industry, according to a Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) spokesperson's statement to CNBC on Wednesday. Currently categorized as a

Biden has blocked sale of Nvidia, $NVDA, AI chips to Middle East over China fears

The Biden administration has imposed restrictions on the sale of Nvidia's key microchips to the Middle East due to growing concerns about China's access to critical artificial intelligence (AI) resources. Nvidia, valued at $1.2 trillion, has been directed to obtain permission before exporting certain chips

New York City plans to pay for Ubers, $UBER, Lyfts, $LYFT, and MetroCards to get tens of thousands of students to school if it fails to strike a deal with the yellow-bus-drivers union

New York City officials have unveiled a contingency plan to ensure that students can get to school in the event of a school bus drivers' union strike. The plan involves providing alternative transportation options, including ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft, as well as MetroCards for public transportation.

Amazon, $AMZN, CEO Andy Jassy has told company employees who defy his edict to return to the office for at least three days a week that “it’s probably not going to work out for you”

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has communicated a firm stance on the company's return-to-office policy, stating that employees who defy the mandate to work in the office for at least three days a week might find it challenging to continue their employment with Amazon. Jassy's