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Shares of Rigetti Computing (RGTI -7.56%) plummeted 48.1% in Q1 2025, following a significant drop in January and slower declines in the subsequent months, despite a 925% increase in the last six months. The hype surrounding quantum computing, fueled by the release of the Willow chip by Alphabet's Google Quantum Computing AI team, led to inflated expectations that were later tempered by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's cautionary remarks at a tech conference in January, revealing...

Alphabet's shares dropped 22.1% in Q1 2025 due to a disappointing Q4 report with mixed earnings, high AI demand taxing Google Cloud infrastructure, and increased capital expenses. Despite short-term setbacks, Alphabet's long-term outlook remains strong, with a history of outperforming the market in next-gen tech areas like AI and quantum computing. The recent price drop presents a buying opportunity for investors looking to capitalize on Alphabet's growth potential. Full Article

Shares of MongoDB (MDB) plummeted 34% last month following disappointing 2025 guidance and a market sell-off, despite beating revenue and earnings estimates in the fourth quarter. The company's cloud-based product MongoDB Atlas saw strong growth, but concerns over slowing revenue growth and reduced earnings projections led to a stock downgrade by analysts. MongoDB's management attributes the growth slowdown to limited multiyear deal cohorts and margin challenges, causing the stock to trade at a high forward...

RPM International reported a challenging fiscal Q3 2025, with adjusted EPS falling short at $0.35 compared to the expected $0.50 and revenue missing estimates at $1.48 billion versus $1.51 billion, impacted by unfavorable weather conditions and foreign exchange headwinds. The company's diversified portfolio, operational efficiencies through MAP 2025, and pending acquisition of Star Brands Group are expected to drive growth despite ongoing challenges and market volatility in the upcoming quarters. Full Article

In 2025, the Magnificent Seven AI stocks, including Nvidia, have seen negative returns, with Nvidia's shares dropping 27%. Factors such as competition from Chinese start-ups and new tariff policies have contributed to the decline. However, Nvidia's strong customer base, successful product launches, and low forward P/E ratio suggest a potential rebound, making it a promising investment opportunity amidst broader economic uncertainties. Full Article

Meta Platforms' stock price has dropped significantly, down nearly 30% from its February high, while the broader market is also experiencing declines. The company's reliance on advertising revenue may pose a risk if corporate advertising budgets are affected by tariffs and trade wars. Despite investing in cutting-edge technology through its Reality Labs division, Meta's stock is currently trading at a more attractive valuation, potentially making it a good long-term investment once market volatility settles. Full...