Today: 11 March 2026

Marcin Frąckiewicz

CEO of TS2 Space and founder of TS2.tech. Expert in satellites, telecommunications, and emerging technologies, covering trends in space, AI, and connectivity.

QuantumScape 2025: Latest News, Solid-State Battery Breakthroughs, Financials & Outlook (June 27th, 2025)

QuantumScape Skyrockets 200% on Solid-State Battery Breakthrough – Revolution or Risk?

QuantumScape shares have jumped about 200% year-to-date, reaching multi-year highs after breakthroughs in solid-state battery tech and a live Ducati motorcycle demo. Volkswagen’s PowerCo will invest up to $261 million, extending QS’s cash runway to 2029. QS remains pre-revenue, posting a Q2 2025 loss of $115 million, with no sales expected before 2026. Major automakers are racing to develop similar batteries.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 12.10.2025

Andrew Ross Sorkin warns Wall Street is showing signs reminiscent of 1929, with AI-fueled gains masking fragile fundamentals and overpriced valuations. He says a crash is likely but gives no timeline. U.S. stock futures rebounded after Trump softened tariff threats against China, while investors prepare for bank earnings and a possible government shutdown. The SEC will allow IPOs to proceed without pricing details during the shutdown.
Nasdaq Climbs Record Highs Then Retreats Amid Trade and Tech News

Nasdaq Climbs Record Highs Then Retreats Amid Trade and Tech News

The Nasdaq Composite hit record highs early in October, driven by strong tech and biotech gains, with AMD surging 24% on an OpenAI chip deal. The rally reversed sharply after trade tensions flared, sending the index down 3.6% on October 10 and ending the week 2.5% lower. Semiconductor stocks led both the early surge and the late-week losses. The index remained up about 15% for the year.
Gold Soars Past $4,000 for the First Time – Inside the Historic Rally and What’s Next

Gold Prices Rally to New Records in Early October 2025

Gold prices broke records above $4,000 per ounce in early October 2025, with U.S. futures peaking at $4,059.05 on October 8. The rally paused after a Gaza ceasefire but rebounded as trade and policy worries persisted. Year-to-date, gold is up over 50%, its strongest run since the late 1970s. Investors poured $64 billion into gold-backed ETFs, driven by Fed rate-cut bets and global uncertainty.
11 October 2025
Trump’s Tariff Tsunami: 100% Drug Tax and New Import Levies Rock Global Trade

Trump’s Shutdown Showdown: Troops Promised Pay as Thousands of Feds Face Layoffs

The federal government remains in partial shutdown for a second week as Congress fails to reach a funding deal. President Trump ordered troop salaries paid on Oct. 15 by shifting Pentagon R&D funds. About 750,000 civilian employees are furloughed, with over 4,000 facing layoffs. The administration will not guarantee back pay for furloughed workers, prompting lawsuits from federal unions.
11 October 2025
Live Like 007: £3M “Skyfall” Mansion Packed with Bond Memorabilia Hits the Market

Live Like 007: £3M “Skyfall” Mansion Packed with Bond Memorabilia Hits the Market

A six-bedroom, 11,000–12,000 sq ft “Skyfall” mansion in Retford, Nottinghamshire, themed after James Bond and packed with original memorabilia, has hit the market for offers above £2.95 million. The property features Bond-inspired décor, a games room, spa, Wimbledon-grade tennis court, and a triple garage, with hundreds of thousands of pounds’ worth of authentic collectibles on display.
11 October 2025
Tariffs Fail to Derail European Stock Rally as Markets Bounce Back

Wall Street Braces as Big Bank Earnings Kick Off: Are Markets in for a Surprise?

JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup report Q3 earnings Tuesday, with Bank of America and Morgan Stanley following Wednesday. Analysts expect double-digit profit growth at most major banks, led by Goldman Sachs at +31%. Dealmaking and trading revenue have rebounded, but loan and deposit growth remain flat. The U.S. government shutdown has delayed key economic data, increasing investor focus on bank results.
Rolex Price “Crash”? Experts Say It’s Just a Healthy Correction

Rolex Price “Crash”? Experts Say It’s Just a Healthy Correction

Rolex secondary market prices have dropped 20–30% from 2020–22 highs, driven by excess inventory and weaker demand. Mass-market sports models saw the steepest declines, while rare models held value. Despite the correction, average Rolex prices remain up 550% since 2010, with the Submariner rebounding to 92% of its peak. Retail demand stays strong, and official prices rose 8–13% in early 2025.
11 October 2025
Strive’s Bitcoin Bonanza: $1.3B Merger, 11K BTC and a Wild Stock Ride

Strive’s Bitcoin Bonanza: $1.3B Merger, 11K BTC and a Wild Stock Ride

Strive, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASST) stock plunged 32% after-hours on Oct. 10, 2025, following news it registered 1.283 billion insider shares for resale. The company recently agreed to acquire Semler Scientific in an all-stock $1.34 billion deal, adding about 5,800 BTC to its holdings. ASST traded between $0.34 and $13.42 in 2025, hovering near $1.05 after the sell-off. Strive completed its SPAC merger in September.
Visa (V) Stock Poised for a Surge? Crypto Pilot and Travel Deals Fuel Optimism

Visa (V) Stock Poised for a Surge? Crypto Pilot and Travel Deals Fuel Optimism

Visa shares closed at $343.65 on Oct. 10, down 1% for the day but up 11% year-to-date. The U.S. Justice Department’s antitrust lawsuit against Visa will proceed after a court denied Visa’s motion to dismiss. Visa recently launched a stablecoin pilot for cross-border payments and signed new global partnerships. Analysts maintain a “Strong Buy” rating, with a consensus price target near $389.
AstraZeneca (AZN) Stock Skyrockets: $50B U.S. Gamble, Trump Pricing Deal & Analyst Forecasts

AstraZeneca (AZN) Stock Skyrockets: $50B U.S. Gamble, Trump Pricing Deal & Analyst Forecasts

AstraZeneca shares traded near £127.82 ($85 ADR) on Oct. 10, 2025, close to a 52-week high after a U.S. NYSE listing and a $4.5 billion Virginia plant announcement. Market cap stands at $264 billion, with 2024 revenue of $54.1 billion, up 18%. The company agreed to provide U.S. Medicaid with its lowest global drug prices. Shares have rallied over 10% since late September.
Pinterest Stock Takes on Gen Z: Is PINS the Next AI-Powered Shopping Juggernaut?

Pinterest Stock Takes on Gen Z: Is PINS the Next AI-Powered Shopping Juggernaut?

Pinterest reported Q2 2025 revenue of $998 million, up 17% year-over-year, and 578 million monthly active users, up 11%. Gen Z now accounts for over half of users. Instacart CFO Emily Reuter joined Pinterest’s board in September to support its AI shopping strategy. As of October 10, Pinterest shares traded near $30.40, roughly flat year-to-date.
CNQ Stock Skyrocketing? Oil Rally, 25-Year Dividends & Expert Forecasts (Oct 2025)

CNQ Stock Skyrocketing? Oil Rally, 25-Year Dividends & Expert Forecasts (Oct 2025)

Canadian Natural Resources closed at C$45.55 on Oct. 9, up 2.9% for the week and 8.8% over the past month, but nearly flat year-to-date. Q2 2025 production rose 12% year-over-year to 1.42 million boe/d, with adjusted EPS of C$0.71 beating estimates. The company marked its 25th consecutive year of dividend hikes, raising its quarterly payout to C$0.5875. Major banks maintain bullish targets, with consensus around C$54.60.
11 October 2025
Is Duke Energy (DUK) Poised to Soar? Top 5 Things Investors Need to Know

Is Duke Energy (DUK) Poised to Soar? Top 5 Things Investors Need to Know

Duke Energy closed at $127.02 on Oct. 10, 2025, its highest price this year, up 1.85% for the day and 15% year-to-date. The company raised its quarterly dividend to $1.065 in August, marking 99 years of payouts and 21 consecutive annual increases. On Oct. 1, Duke filed its 2025 Carolinas Resource Plan and set Nov. 7 for its Q3 earnings release. Wall Street’s median 12-month target is $132.
11 October 2025
Gold $4K vs Bitcoin $125K: Inside the Epic 2025 Safe-Haven Showdown

Gold $4,000 vs Bitcoin $125,000 – Inside 2025’s Epic Safe-Haven Showdown

Gold topped $4,000 per ounce and Bitcoin surged past $125,000 in early October 2025, both setting new records before retreating slightly. A surprise 100% tariff threat by President Trump on Oct. 10 triggered a sharp selloff, sending Bitcoin down to $104,000 and wiping out $20 billion in crypto positions, while gold rose 1.5%. Major banks raised price targets for both assets amid continued volatility.
11 October 2025
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