Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) are a critical event for companies and investors alike, marking the first time shares are offered to the public. The article explains the IPO allotment process, detailing how shares are distributed among retail and institutional investors, often using proportionate allotment or a lottery system in cases of high demand. Oversubscription occurs when applications exceed available shares, leading to reduced allotments or refunds for unsuccessful applicants. Examples like Alibaba, Snowflake, Reliance Power, and Facebook illustrate the varying outcomes of oversubscribed IPOs. Investors must weigh the potential gains against the risks of overvaluation and limited share availability.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekUS economy shows mixed signals as stock market reacts to Nvidia’s decline
Wall Street experienced a sharp decline, with the Dow Jones dropping 193 points and the Nasdaq tumbling 2.8%, primarily due to Nvidia’s 8.5% plunge after a mixed earnings report amid rising competition in AI. Despite solid performances from some companies, concerns over inflation and tariffs added to market uncertainty, prompting caution from the Federal Reserve. The overall economic outlook remains stable, but rising unemployment claims and inflation pressures could weigh on growth.
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Nasdaq futures gained as Nvidia’s quarterly results eased AI demand fears, despite the stock tumbling 8.5% and erasing $274 billion in market value. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended sharply lower, driven by concerns over a cooling U.S. economy and rising jobless claims. Investors are now focused on upcoming inflation data, with expectations for the Federal Reserve to lower borrowing costs by December.
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Wall Street experienced a split as Nvidia’s stock faltered despite strong earnings, following competition concerns from a Chinese AI startup. Salesforce and C3.ai also saw declines despite beating profit expectations, while Snowflake rose 9.6% after exceeding forecasts. Economic uncertainty looms with rising unemployment claims and tariff announcements, pressuring the Federal Reserve amid mixed global market performance.
about Market Reactions to Economic Indicators and AI Industry DevelopmentsStock Market Update Nvidia and Snowflake Surge Salesforce Disappoints
U.S. stock futures are up nearly 1% as investors react to corporate earnings and anticipate inflation data. Nvidia shares rise 2.5% after strong earnings, while Salesforce falls 3% due to disappointing results. Snowflake surges 13% on optimistic AI demand, and Dell gains 2% ahead of its earnings report.
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Nvidia shares fell in after-hours trading despite beating earnings expectations, disappointing investors accustomed to stronger results. Snowflake’s stock surged 9% after exceeding revenue forecasts, while Salesforce and eBay saw declines due to weaker outlooks. Gold prices remained near record highs amid geopolitical tensions and tariff announcements from President Trump, which also impacted Asian markets negatively.
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U.S. stock indices closed mixed, with the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 gaining slightly while the Dow Jones fell 0.43%. New home sales dropped 10.5% in January, attributed to high mortgage rates and cold weather, marking a three-month low. Major homebuilders remain optimistic for the spring selling season, contingent on stable mortgage rates.
about Stock Market Mixed as New Home Sales Decline in JanuaryNvidia a Strong Buy While Lowe’s Faces Challenges This Week
U.S. stocks faced their worst week of 2025, with the S&P 500 down 1.7% and the Dow and Nasdaq both losing 2.5%, amid concerns over tariffs, inflation, and economic conditions. Nvidia is highlighted as a strong buy ahead of its earnings report, expected to show a 67% increase in EPS and a 72% rise in revenue, while Lowe’s is advised to be avoided due to profitability struggles.
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This week, investors are focused on key earnings reports from Nvidia, Salesforce, Home Depot, and Stellantis, amid concerns over AI spending and a sluggish housing market. The Federal Reserve will closely monitor the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index and other economic indicators, including consumer confidence and GDP revisions, as inflation data remains a critical concern.
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Palantir Technologies’ stock fell 1% to 74.86 on the first trading day of 2025, while Snowflake shares rose over 2%. Analysts predict a surge in AI adoption will drive growth in the software sector, with Palantir having soared 340% in 2024, contrasting with SoundHound’s 850% increase.
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