AlizadaStudios/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Warner Music Group ( WMG ) shares are in a tailspin. WMG stock fell 13% over the past week and is now down close to 30% over the past six months. And shares are approaching lifetime lows since going public: Data by YCharts There was this idea that the rise of the streaming music services was supposed to provide salvation for the record labels as wel...
AlizadaStudios/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Warner Music Group ( WMG ) shares are in a tailspin. WMG stock fell 13% over the past week and is now down close to 30% over the past six months. And shares are approaching lifetime lows since going public: Data by YCharts There was this idea that the rise of the streaming music services was supposed to provide salvation for the record labels as well. However, it hasn't really turned out that way, at least not so far. So, what's gone wrong with the bullish thesis, and are there better days on the horizon? Music is Back, to an Extent A decade ago, the music industry seemed to be in terminal decline. The internet made it easy for folks to distribute songs digitally rather than buying CDs. And, as it would turn out, a lot of folks preferred to play pirate songs rather than buying them from digital storefronts such as iTunes. An .MP3 file is an .MP3 file; it was hard to get people to pay for something that could so readily be found for free online. Global music revenues fell from a 1999 peak of $22 billion to barely half that by the early 2010s nadir. That's not even adjusted for inflation. It appeared that recorded music could end up like print newspapers, brick-and-mortar travel agents, or regional shopping malls—that is to say, things that struggled to adapt to the advent of the internet. However, Spotify ( SPOT ) and its competitors turned the situation around. Getting all the music you could consume for a low monthly fee and being tied to fun features such as music discovery, curated playlists, and personalized year-end reviews made it worth it to pay for music access. Understandably so, after all, as the monthly subscription fee tends to be less than the cost of a single CD was under the old distribution model. Global music revenues are now up to almost $32 billion annually , surpassing the prior 1999 peak (albeit not keeping up with inflation over that span). Regardless, music has a pulse again, and so the big thre...
SlavkoSereda/iStock via Getty Images The equity market pullback gathered steam last week, with a loss of 1.9%. That brings the total decline from the January 27 high to 6.8%. How bad is that decline, compared to other market declines throughout history? It barely registers. This is a pullback, not yet a correction. The correction begins when we reach -10% from the all-time high. There was plenty o...
SlavkoSereda/iStock via Getty Images The equity market pullback gathered steam last week, with a loss of 1.9%. That brings the total decline from the January 27 high to 6.8%. How bad is that decline, compared to other market declines throughout history? It barely registers. This is a pullback, not yet a correction. The correction begins when we reach -10% from the all-time high. There was plenty of rotation going on below the surface of the market, and I will unpack it all for you as we go through the charts and tables below. I’m playing defense right now, reducing my equity exposure while the conflict in the Middle East remains a developing story. As long as the Iranians blockade the Strait of Hormuz, energy prices and availability will be a problem for consumers, businesses, and investors. S&P 500 Last 4 Weeks I had to rescale this chart to accommodate Frida’s decline. This chart clearly shows the downdraft we’ve been in for the last 4 weeks. And for now, there doesn't seem to be any relief on the near-term horizon. S&P 500 last 4 weeks (ZenInvestor.org) Zoom Out to 12 Months We’re three weeks into March, and the S&P 500 is already down 5.4%. That nearly matches the decline we experienced last April, which was the culmination of a 15% correction. I think we may be headed in that direction now, but I do not expect a full-blown bear market to erupt. S&P 500 monthly returns (ZenInvestor.org) S&P 500 Drawdowns Where are the dip buyers? Ever since the correction last April, they have been stepping in to buy every dip that even got close to 5%. Now they are MIA, probably hiding out in gold and silver, which we will see is not a good place to be right now. S&P 500 drawdowns (ZenInvestor.org) A Look at the Bull Run Since 2022 This chart shows how far we are below the long-term trend. Buyers are scarce, and sellers are being forced to take lower than usual bids for their merchandise. Last week, for every stock that went up in price, there were two that went down. S&P 500 s...
Morgan Stanley analysis highlights Palantir's deep client lock-in via its Foundry platform but warns its high stock price demands flawless execution, leaving little room for error. A recent in-depth analysis from Morgan Stanley has cast a spotlight on what sets Palantir Technologies apart in the crowded enterprise software sector. The conclusion presents a dual narrative: the company possesses a f...
Morgan Stanley analysis highlights Palantir's deep client lock-in via its Foundry platform but warns its high stock price demands flawless execution, leaving little room for error. A recent in-depth analysis from Morgan Stanley has cast a spotlight on what sets Palantir Technologies apart in the crowded enterprise software sector. The conclusion presents a dual narrative: the company possesses a formidable and genuine structural advantage, yet its current stock price appears to leave almost no room for operational missteps. The Engine of Lock-In: Palantir's Foundry Platform Central to the investment bank's research is Palantir's Foundry platform, described as a dynamic, central operating system for an organization. This system integrates real-time data from every internal source, creating a unified "ontology" upon which all applications and workflows are built. Replacing this core infrastructure would necessitate a complete rebuild of a client's operational backbone. Morgan Stanley argues this creates more than typical switching costs; it establishes a profound structural dependency. The report, led by analyst Sanjit Singh, emphasizes that constructing such a deeply integrated system for a large corporation requires extensive industry-specific expertise and a tight, collaborative partnership between Palantir's engineers and the client. The company's more than two decades of deployment in high-stakes environments—from U.S. intelligence agencies and the Pentagon to NATO allies—has built an institutional knowledge base that competitors may need years to replicate. Despite this acknowledged advantage, Singh maintains an Equal-Weight rating on the stock with a $205 price target. Stellar Growth Meets Lofty Expectations This constructive view of Palantir's business model collides with its premium valuation. The equity is trading at approximately 64 times the estimated free cash flow for 2027 and 38 times the projected 2027 revenue. These multiples, Morgan Stanley cautions,...
Sandisk (SNDK 8.11%) has been on one heck of a run since its spinoff from Western Digital (WDC 7.51%) last year. The flash-memory maker's stock has climbed nearly 2,000% since its market debut, including a 200% gain year to date. That phenomenal growth has been fueled by growing demand from hyperscale cloud providers buying up more of Sandisk's products. Meanwhile, an industrywide supply shortage ...
Sandisk (SNDK 8.11%) has been on one heck of a run since its spinoff from Western Digital (WDC 7.51%) last year. The flash-memory maker's stock has climbed nearly 2,000% since its market debut, including a 200% gain year to date. That phenomenal growth has been fueled by growing demand from hyperscale cloud providers buying up more of Sandisk's products. Meanwhile, an industrywide supply shortage for NAND chips, the key components in Sandisk's products, has sent prices soaring. With both factors set to continue through next year, many investors still see plenty of upside left in the stock. But could buying just $10,000 of Sandisk stock today eventually make you a millionaire? Two major supply shortages are sending Sandisk through the roof Sandisk has been affected by two major supply shortages over the past year or so. First, hard disk drive makers Seagate Technology (STX 5.38%) and Western Digital have seen demand outstrip their supply. Hard drives are the primary form of long-term data storage in data centers. They play an important role in AI training, which uses tons of data. But the graphics processing units and central processing units processing that data only need a small portion of it at a time. Most of it is stored in "nearline" storage, which is accessible when needed but takes some time to access (think seconds rather than milliseconds). Hard drives are a more cost-effective form of storage than Sandisk's more expensive solid-state drives (SSDs). But with both Western Digital and Seagate facing tight supply relative to demand, hyperscalers have started shifting more data storage to SSDs, especially in contexts where speed and performance matter more than price per terabyte of storage. That's dramatically increased demand for Sandisk's drives. Expand NASDAQ : WDC Western Digital Today's Change ( -7.51 %) $ -23.80 Current Price $ 293.13 Key Data Points Market Cap $99B Day's Range $ 291.43 - $ 312.79 52wk Range $ 28.83 - $ 319.62 Volume 338K Avg Vol 9.5M Gr...
Key Points Sandisk is benefiting from multiple supply shortages driving pricing and demand higher. Its revenue is accelerating and gross margin expanding as it takes advantage. 2026 and 2027 could be great years for Sandisk, but investors hoping for $1 million need to think long term. 10 stocks we like better than Sandisk › Sandisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) has been on one heck of a run since its spinoff fro...
Key Points Sandisk is benefiting from multiple supply shortages driving pricing and demand higher. Its revenue is accelerating and gross margin expanding as it takes advantage. 2026 and 2027 could be great years for Sandisk, but investors hoping for $1 million need to think long term. 10 stocks we like better than Sandisk › Sandisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) has been on one heck of a run since its spinoff from Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) last year. The flash-memory maker's stock has climbed nearly 2,000% since its market debut, including a 200% gain year to date. That phenomenal growth has been fueled by growing demand from hyperscale cloud providers buying up more of Sandisk's products. Meanwhile, an industrywide supply shortage for NAND chips, the key components in Sandisk's products, has sent prices soaring. With both factors set to continue through next year, many investors still see plenty of upside left in the stock. But could buying just $10,000 of Sandisk stock today eventually make you a millionaire? Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Two major supply shortages are sending Sandisk through the roof Sandisk has been affected by two major supply shortages over the past year or so. First, hard disk drive makers Seagate Technology (NASDAQ: STX) and Western Digital have seen demand outstrip their supply. Hard drives are the primary form of long-term data storage in data centers. They play an important role in AI training, which uses tons of data. But the graphics processing units and central processing units processing that data only need a small portion of it at a time. Most of it is stored in "nearline" storage, which is accessible when needed but takes some time to access (think seconds rather than milliseconds). Hard drives are a more cost-effective form of storage than Sandisk's more ex...
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The post Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) Stock Price Prediction: 2026, 2027, 2030 by Ryan Peterson appeared first on Benzinga . Visit Benzinga to get more great content like this. Analysts are saying that Trump Media & Technology Group could hit $3.20 by 2030. Bullish on DJT? Invest in Trump Media & Technology Group on SoFi with no commissions. If it’s your first time signing up for SoFi, you’ll receive up to $1,000 in stock when you first fund your account. Plus, get a 1% bonus if you transfer your investments and keep them there until December 31, 2025. Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (NASDAQ: DJT), the company behind the Truth Social platform, continues to be one of the most discussed and polarizing stocks in the U.S. market. Since its debut, volatility has dominated its trading story fueled by political headlines, questions about business fundamentals, and wild swings in investor sentiment. This article will break down the current price and valuation landscape, offer detailed price forecasts for 2026, 2027, and 2030, and examine what’s driving both the bullish and bearish cases for DJT. DJT Chart by TradingView Table of contents [ Show ] Current DJT Stock Overview Quick Snapshot Table of DJT Stock Predictions Bull & Bear Case DJT Stock Price Prediction for 2026 DJT Stock Price Prediction for 2027 DJT Stock Price Prediction for 2030 Investment Considerations Frequently Asked Questions Current DJT Stock Overview Market Cap: $2.37 billion Trailing P/E: 145.56 Forward P/E: N/A 1-Year Return: -58% 2026 YTD: -38% As of March 2026, Trump Media & Technology Group trades near $9. That level is a steep drop from early retail-driven peaks above $50 when social media buzz and speculative excitement reached their highest pitch. DJT’s swingy price action is closely linked to news cycles involving President Donald Trump, plans for platform expansion, and sporadic updates on user growth or monetization efforts. The one-year return is sharply negative, reflecting mount...
"Going To Cripple Our Economy": Small Businesses Sound Alarm Over Record Diesel Price Spike The latest AAA fuel data from across America shows that the national average diesel price at the pump has jumped nearly 40% this month, surpassing the 2022 fuel spike that followed Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Surging diesel prices are already generating a shock across trucking, rail, shipping, farm equipm...
"Going To Cripple Our Economy": Small Businesses Sound Alarm Over Record Diesel Price Spike The latest AAA fuel data from across America shows that the national average diesel price at the pump has jumped nearly 40% this month, surpassing the 2022 fuel spike that followed Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Surging diesel prices are already generating a shock across trucking, rail, shipping, farm equipment, construction machinery, generators, and much of industrial logistics, given that the fuel powers the core of the economy. Seasonality: AAA Daily National Avg. Diesel 2022 vs. 2026 Companies now face three difficult choices if they did not lock in fuel prices before the spike: absorb the impact and accept margin compression, add surcharges, or raise prices. Last week, Rapidan Energy's Director of Refined Products, Linda Giesecke, told us that, "unlike 2022, the current tightness reflects physical supply disruptions rather than policy risk and trade reshuffling." Giesecke warned that if the fuel spike proves prolonged, global economic growth could suffer because of diesel's close link to industrial production and freight activity. BloombergNEF forecast that $5-per-gallon diesel could inflict a weekly $6 billion or more hit on the US economy because these surging fuel costs hurt truckers, construction firms, and farmers the hardest. With prices at $5.2 as of Friday, that weekly hit is set to rise next week. Readers are already aware of the dire consequences of spiking diesel prices, as we've laid out in recent weeks (see here & here ). Adding more color to the fuel that underpins nearly every stage of production and transport is a Bloomberg report warning that small businesses are sounding the alarm over surging fuel costs. Here's one example of a small business being financially crushed by surging fuel costs: Roger Conner sells firewood for a living, but he might know just as much about another energy source: diesel. The fuel powers every step of the supply chain for his...
If you spend your workdays in front of a computer, there's a solid chance you're required to keep your company safe from bad actors through either Okta (OKTA 2.91%) or Zscaler (ZS 2.48%). Both cybersecurity businesses are pure-play leaders in a growing market. They technically serve different niches, but which one is the stronger long-term investment? Is Okta undervalued? At the beginning of March...
If you spend your workdays in front of a computer, there's a solid chance you're required to keep your company safe from bad actors through either Okta (OKTA 2.91%) or Zscaler (ZS 2.48%). Both cybersecurity businesses are pure-play leaders in a growing market. They technically serve different niches, but which one is the stronger long-term investment? Is Okta undervalued? At the beginning of March, Okta released its full results for the 2026 fiscal year. The cybersecurity company saw a 12% year-over-year increase in revenue. Subscriptions reached nearly $3 billion. Okta also turned operating income from a net loss to a net gain in its latest fiscal year. Okta's guidance for 2027 is solid, but it shows a declining growth rate, with only 9% revenue growth expected in the coming year. Where remaining performance obligations (RPOs) grew 15% in fiscal 2026, Okta expects that growth to slow to 10% in fiscal 2027. The numbers are positive, but there's a real slowdown happening with Okta's revenue. The stock has dropped 30% in the past 12 months. This drawdown potentially makes Okta undervalued right now. The company is facing headwinds as artificial intelligence (AI) poses a significant threat, yet it continues to grow and maintains a strong industry position. Expand NASDAQ : OKTA Okta Today's Change ( -2.91 %) $ -2.35 Current Price $ 78.41 Key Data Points Market Cap $14B Day's Range $ 78.19 - $ 80.36 52wk Range $ 68.77 - $ 127.57 Volume 6.6M Avg Vol 3M Gross Margin 77.36 % Zscaler's impressive growth Zscaler's stock is also down over 20% in the past year, but the company's financials are quite promising. In the second quarter of fiscal 2026, Zscaler reported revenue of $815.8 million, an impressive 26% year-over-year increase. Annual recurring revenue also grew 25% to $3.3 billion. Zscaler revised its full-year 2026 guidance upward and now expects 24% revenue growth. The company's stock is still trading at a premium, as its forward P/E ratio sits above 40. Yet, the declin...
Key Points Both stocks declined substantially in the past 12 months. Zscaler's revenue grew 26% in its most recent quarterly earnings. Okta's subscription revenue is approaching $3 billion annually. 10 stocks we like better than Zscaler › If you spend your workdays in front of a computer, there's a solid chance you're required to keep your company safe from bad actors through either Okta (NASDAQ: ...
Key Points Both stocks declined substantially in the past 12 months. Zscaler's revenue grew 26% in its most recent quarterly earnings. Okta's subscription revenue is approaching $3 billion annually. 10 stocks we like better than Zscaler › If you spend your workdays in front of a computer, there's a solid chance you're required to keep your company safe from bad actors through either Okta (NASDAQ: OKTA) or Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS). Both cybersecurity businesses are pure-play leaders in a growing market. They technically serve different niches, but which one is the stronger long-term investment? Is Okta undervalued? At the beginning of March, Okta released its full results for the 2026 fiscal year. The cybersecurity company saw a 12% year-over-year increase in revenue. Subscriptions reached nearly $3 billion. Okta also turned operating income from a net loss to a net gain in its latest fiscal year. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Okta's guidance for 2027 is solid, but it shows a declining growth rate, with only 9% revenue growth expected in the coming year. Where remaining performance obligations (RPOs) grew 15% in fiscal 2026, Okta expects that growth to slow to 10% in fiscal 2027. The numbers are positive, but there's a real slowdown happening with Okta's revenue. The stock has dropped 30% in the past 12 months. This drawdown potentially makes Okta undervalued right now. The company is facing headwinds as artificial intelligence (AI) poses a significant threat, yet it continues to grow and maintains a strong industry position. Zscaler's impressive growth Zscaler's stock is also down over 20% in the past year, but the company's financials are quite promising. In the second quarter of fiscal 2026, Zscaler reported revenue of $815.8 million, an impressive 26% year-over-year increase. Annu...
Key Points One of Maze Therapeutics' executives exercised and sold 30,000 shares on March 10, 2026, generating gross proceeds of ~$1.51 million at a weighted-average price of ~$50.45 per share. Bernstein retains 267,407 shares in stock options, which can be converted to Common Stock. 10 stocks we like better than Maze Therapeutics › On March 10, 2026, Harold Bernstein, President, R&D & Chief Medic...
Key Points One of Maze Therapeutics' executives exercised and sold 30,000 shares on March 10, 2026, generating gross proceeds of ~$1.51 million at a weighted-average price of ~$50.45 per share. Bernstein retains 267,407 shares in stock options, which can be converted to Common Stock. 10 stocks we like better than Maze Therapeutics › On March 10, 2026, Harold Bernstein, President, R&D & Chief Medical Officer of Maze Therapeutics (NASDAQ:MAZE), reported the exercise of 30,000 stock options and immediate sale of the underlying common shares for ~$1.51 million, according to a SEC Form 4 filing. Transaction summary Metric Value Shares sold (direct) 30,000 Transaction value ~$1.5 million Post-transaction shares (direct) 0 Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($50.45). Key questions How does this transaction affect Bernstein's direct equity ownership in Maze Therapeutics? Bernstein's direct common stock holdings were reduced from 30,000 shares to zero following the option exercise and immediate sale, eliminating his direct ownership in this share class. Bernstein's direct common stock holdings were reduced from 30,000 shares to zero following the option exercise and immediate sale, eliminating his direct ownership in this share class. What is the context of this transaction? The transactions were part of a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan that allows insiders to sell shares at a predetermined date, so the sales were scheduled in advance. Company overview Metric Value Price $48.03 Market capitalization $2.31 billion Net Loss (TTM) $101.46 million 1-year price change 295.63% * Price and 1-year price change calculated using March 21, 2026 as the reference date. Company snapshot Maze Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that develops small-molecule precision medicines targeting renal (kidney), cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases, as well as obesity. Its lead candidate medicines include ones that help with kidney disease. What this ...
Key Points Rivian's R2 SUV will compete directly with Tesla's Model Y. Both companies could ultimately win long-term. These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › For years, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has had much of the U.S. EV market to itself. There's a reason why Tesla's market cap is well above $1 trillion, while most other EV stocks are valued at less than $20 billion. Tesla controls...
Key Points Rivian's R2 SUV will compete directly with Tesla's Model Y. Both companies could ultimately win long-term. These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionaires › For years, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) has had much of the U.S. EV market to itself. There's a reason why Tesla's market cap is well above $1 trillion, while most other EV stocks are valued at less than $20 billion. Tesla controls more than half of the U.S. EV market, a commanding market position fueled by its most popular vehicle: the Model Y. The Model Y represents more than 70% of Tesla's vehicle sales. But next month, the Model Y will have a new competitor: Rivian's (NASDAQ: RIVN) R2 SUV. How scared should Tesla investors be? And how bullish should Rivian investors be? The answer is more surprising than you'd expect. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Expect Rivian to eat into Tesla's market share Tesla's Model Y, a crossover design, was the top-selling EV in 2025. An estimated 317,800 units were sold last year. The next top-selling model was Tesla's Model S, a sedan. The rest of the top-selling EVs of 2025 have something in common: Most are SUVs. Tesla's Model S is the only sedan to crack the top 10. Tesla's Model Y is the only crossover. There are two full-sized trucks, too. But the rest of the list -- a total of six out of 10 -- are SUVs. Notably, Tesla does have an SUV on the market: its luxury Model X vehicle. But that vehicle's starting price of $90,000 is a non-starter for most vehicle buyers. Plus, CEO Elon Musk revealed earlier this year that Tesla will likely discontinue all production of that model. In total, we can glean two things from this information. First, car buyers love buying Teslas. Second, car buyers love buying SUVs. And yet Tesla doesn't have an affordable SUV in its lineup. The Model Y -- ...