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E-Commerce Firm Boosts Gains 46% Today
Adam Garcia
January 16, 2025
Good Afternoon!
Hey, everyone. It's Adam from Elite Trade Club.
Here’s what moved the market today.
Technology
While Apple’s era of innovation may have slowed, a new contender is shaking up the smartphone world in ways no one saw coming.
This disruptor, now trading under the Nasdaq ticker $MODE, has turned smartphones into income-generating assets, helping users save and earn over $325M+.
With an astounding 32,481% revenue growth in just three years, it’s positioned to disrupt the $1 trillion smartphone industry in the same way Uber redefined transportation and Airbnb transformed hospitality.
This is your chance to invest in a pre-IPO opportunity that’s already attracted over 30,000 shareholders. Shares are currently priced at just $0.26.
*Mode Mobile recently received their ticker reservation with Nasdaq ($MODE), indicating an intent to IPO in the next 24 months. An intent to IPO is no guarantee that an actual IPO will occur. *Please read the offering circular and related risks at invest.modemobile.com.
Markets 📈
Despite ups and downs throughout the day, the market ended the day with little more than a whimper. The Russell 2K small cap managed to eke out a win, adding a few points to its total.
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Market-Moving News 📈
Tech
Symbotic Expands Automation Reach With Walmart Robotics Acquisition
Symbotic has announced plans to acquire the Advanced Systems and Robotics business from Walmart, marking a significant step forward in automation and supply chain innovation. This acquisition will enable Symbotic to expand its offerings into online fulfillment and last-mile delivery solutions, leveraging Walmart’s Accelerated Pickup and Delivery (APD) infrastructure.
As part of the deal, Symbotic is set to enhance and deploy advanced automation systems for Walmart’s APD centers across hundreds of locations. The collaboration includes a development program aimed at improving existing systems and designing new technologies tailored to evolving customer needs. This initiative positions Symbotic to meet growing demand for efficient fulfillment solutions in the eCommerce sector.
The agreement is expected to significantly increase Symbotic’s potential market size and backlog, presenting a strong growth opportunity for the company in the U.S. market. The transaction is slated to close during Symbotic’s fiscal second quarter of 2025, further strengthening its long-standing partnership with Walmart.
This acquisition underscores Symbotic’s strategic push to revolutionize retail operations and delivery systems, positioning itself as a leader in automation technology and expanding its reach beyond traditional warehousing.
Travel
Spirit Airlines Reduces Workforce as Part of Cost-Cutting Strategy
Spirit Airlines is taking steps to streamline its operations by reducing its workforce by approximately 200 positions. This decision comes as the airline works to cut costs following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in November. The job cuts focus on nonunion roles across various departments, aligning the company's structure with its reduced fleet size and operational needs.
The airline, based in Dania Beach, Florida, has already implemented several cost-saving measures. These include furloughing pilots, offering leaves of absence to flight attendants, and selling part of its Airbus fleet to generate cash. Additionally, Spirit has scaled back its network as it seeks to stabilize operations amidst ongoing financial challenges.
The carrier has faced multiple setbacks over the past year, including the blocked merger with JetBlue, an engine recall, and increased labor expenses. These factors have contributed to Spirit’s efforts to achieve an $80 million annual cost reduction target.
While difficult decisions like these are part of Spirit’s recovery plan, the airline remains focused on identifying further operational efficiencies to navigate its financial struggles and position itself for future sustainability.
AI
As Nvidia (NVDA) faces mounting challenges—from waning AI chip demand to antitrust investigations in China—a new player is emerging in the AI space, catching the attention of top investors and analysts.
This under-the-radar stock has already outperformed, hitting a 52-week high while NVDA stumbles.
Analysts are calling it the “invisible” AI stock poised to lead the next wave of innovation in 2025.
Even Wall Street legend Marc Chaikin and CNBC’s Jim Cramer have taken notice, with Chaikin naming it his #1 AI pick for 2025.
Don’t miss your chance to discover the name and ticker of this potential game-changer.
Electric Vehicles
Tesla Offers Discounts on Cybertruck as Demand Slows
Tesla has begun offering discounts on certain Cybertruck models, marking a shift for the electric vehicle pickup that has faced challenges with demand despite a unique design. Reports indicate that Tesla is offering price reductions ranging from $1,600 to $2,600, depending on the trim level and vehicle condition. This move follows a rough patch for the Cybertruck, with shares of Tesla dipping nearly 3% after a brief rise.
The discount announcement adds to a series of signs suggesting waning interest in the Cybertruck. Earlier in December, workers at the Giga Austin factory were temporarily furloughed, and there have been reports of additional training and downtime for employees working on the Cybertruck line. In November, Tesla introduced leasing options for the Cybertruck, aiming to take advantage of EV tax credits.
In a further sign of shifting strategies, Tesla halted orders for the base rear-wheel drive Cybertruck, pushing the price of the entry-level model to $79,990. Despite the slower-than-expected sales, the Cybertruck remains one of the top-selling EVs, with nearly 40,000 units sold last year. However, analysts have raised concerns over the vehicle’s long development time and its high resource demands, suggesting it could divert focus from more affordable options Tesla may need to prioritize.
Top Winners and Losers 🔥
Katapult Holdings Inc [KPLT] $10.16 (+46.82%)
Katapult Holdings updated shareholders on strong performance in its Q4 report, causing shares to jump.
Arqit Quantum Inc [ARQQ] $28.28 (+37.35%)
Arqit Quantum continues to ride the quantum wave higher, even as some hype surrounding the topic starts to fade.
Nukkleus Inc [NUKK] $20.53 (+21.26%)
Nukkleus shot up today amid growing interest in new defense initiatives.
Atara Biotherapeutics Inc [ATRA] $7.83 (-40.50%)
Atara Biotherapeutics suffered after a letter from the FDA brought to light several problems at a third-party production facility it partners with.
Blaize Holdings Inc [BZAI] $6.50 (-32.29%)
Blaize Holdings shared news of a partnership with computer vision solutions company alwaysAI, a move some investors did not agree with.
Atomera Inc [ATOM] $8.40 (-24.80%)
Atomera fell hard today, likely due to its ongoing operating losses and the fact that most of its products are still in early development.
Mobile Industry
A quiet revolution is reshaping the smartphone market. A cutting-edge company is turning smartphones from a monthly expense into a source of income—an innovation that could redefine the $1 trillion industry.
With users collectively earning and saving over $325M+ and an astonishing 32,481% revenue growth over three years, the stage is set for massive disruption.
Think of how Uber transformed taxis or Airbnb reshaped hospitality—this is the kind of impact at play.
Now, you have the chance to get in early at just $0.26 per share.
*Mode Mobile recently received their ticker reservation with Nasdaq ($MODE), indicating an intent to IPO in the next 24 months. An intent to IPO is no guarantee that an actual IPO will occur. *Please read the offering circular and related risks at invest.modemobile.com.
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— Adam G.
Elite Trade Club
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