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The latest U.S. job report has everyone talking. December saw 256,000 new jobs added, crushing the 160,000 estimate.
The unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%, the lowest in months. Sounds great, right? Well, for the economy, yes…but for markets? Not so much. Here’s what the report tells us:
1. Strong Labor Market: Industries like healthcare, leisure, retail, and construction drove hiring. Even temporary declines (like in manufacturing) were offse...

New Listing Introduction: Bullish growth prospects for Wah Yang Dining, with a Target Price exceeding 60 cents
To be listed on GEM on the 23rd of this month, the initial public offering (IPO) price of Oriental Kopi, also known as Wah Yang Dining, is 44 cents. $KOPI (0338.MY)$ Analysts are optimistic about its future expansion plans and growth potential, giving a target price of over 60 cents.
Analysts at Darashin Securities pointed out that since Wah Yang Dining opened its first coffee shop in December 2020, it has rapidly expanded, establishing 19 branches in the Malaysian Peninsula within 4 years, driving strong growth in its annual revenue.
"Huayang Dining's 3-year revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is as high as 280.8%, reaching 0.2773 billion Ringgit by the end of the 2024 fiscal year (ending in September)."
The analyst also mentioned that all 13 outlets under Huayang Dining have obtained halal certification, and the company is currently applying for the remaining outlets, with an expected completion in the second quarter of 2025.
"We believe that this measure will expand Huayang Dining's customer base and support its future revenue growth."
He also mentioned that Huayang Dining is venturing into the distribution and retail business of packaged food and beverages to diversify its revenue sources, achieving certain results.
The revenue contribution of the related business has increased from 0.1 million Ringgit in the 2021 financial year to 14.1 million Ringgit in just two years.
Regarding the future growth prospects, the analyst pointed out that Huayang Dining plans to expand in the next two years...

$BYD COMPANY (01211.HK)$ $BYD Company ADR (BYDDY.US)$
BYD published a video showcasing the Yangwang U9 supercar driving unmanned while jumping over various obstacles, such as potholes filled with water and road spikes.
Yangwang is BYD's ultra-luxury brand, and the U9 is its second car after the off-roader U8 SUV. The U8 made headlines because it could float on water, while the U9 supercar received lots of attention thanks to its Dis...

Global Market
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$Stellar AfricaGold Inc (SPX.CA)$: - 1.11%
US Tech stocks rallied, with Nvidia hitting a record high. The dollar trimmed losses, and the 30-year bond yield hit late-2023 highs. Investors are preparing for Friday's jobs report, expecting slower hiring. Fed officials see gradual inflation and a strong labour market, all...

$MRDIY (5296.MY)$
MR DIY Group (M) Bhd experienced an unexpected decline in samestore sales growth in 3Q24, which triggered a knee-jerk selloff in its share price. But, a positive narrative of a stronger consumption outlook for 2025 has led to investors buying the dip.
Improved consumer sentiment is expected this year, driven by stronger disposable income. This would stem from the upcoming minimum wage hike, effective February 2025 and civi...

Northern Solar IPO 讲解
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Figure 1: IPO timetable of Northern Solar Holdings Berhad
-Will be listed on the ACE Board
Info of IPO
Enlarged no. of shares upon listing:  395.6 million
IPO price: RM0.63
Market capitalization: RM249.22 million
Estimated funds to raise from Public Issue:  RM42.36 million
PE ratio = 24.70x (based on FY2024)
Figure 2: Business model of Northern Solar Holdings Berhad
Source: Northern So...

$SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY.US)$
today's run saved my ass - was down $4K yesterday on these CALLS