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Elon Musk reacted to a report by TRG Datacenters stating that over one million people search 'How to delete Instagram' monthly. The report indicates Instagram is the most sought-after app to delete, followed by Snapchat, Twitter (X), Telegram, and Facebook. In the U.S., Instagram leads the list, followed by Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Snapchat. Musk has previously criticized Instagram and other social media platforms owned by Mark Zuckerberg.

Portfolio Pulse from Ananya Gairola

December 26, 2023 | 9:58 am

NIO

TSLA

Nio Inc (NIO) highlighted the capabilities of its EL6 SUV, suggesting it's ideal for Santa Claus with its spacious trunk and long range. The company's Christmas post showcased the EL6 carrying a Christmas tree and gifts, emphasizing its festive utility. This was in response to Tesla Inc's (TSLA) similar Christmas post featuring the Cybertruck. While both vehicles can carry a Christmas tree, they differ in payload and towing capacities, and are not available in the same markets.

Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf

December 26, 2023 | 6:49 am

BTC

ETH

WLD

Worldcoin (WLD) experienced a 10% surge over the past 24 hours, outperforming Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) on Christmas Day. Technical analysis by Ali Martinez suggests a potential 80% rally for WLD, targeting a price of $6.30. Worldcoin has also scaled back its offline orb verification feature in India, with plans to relaunch in 2024. Technical indicators such as SMA, OBV, and RSI are showing bullish trends for WLD.

Portfolio Pulse from Mehab Qureshi

December 26, 2023 | 6:36 am

TSLA

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) celebrated Christmas by showcasing its Cybertruck adorned with fairy lights and a Christmas tree in the trunk. The festive post on X (formerly Twitter) coincides with Tesla's annual 'holiday update' for its vehicles, which this year includes a trip planner, Apple podcasts, and automatic 911 calls. Additionally, Tesla responded to user feedback by providing an option to turn off auto wipers during the use of its full self-driving or autopilot features.

Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf

December 26, 2023 | 2:38 am

META

Adam Mosseri, head of Meta Platforms Inc.'s Instagram, observed that users are sharing content differently, favoring stories and direct messages over traditional feed posts. This trend echoes observations made by Elon Musk regarding X (formerly Twitter), where video views have doubled. Mosseri also noted that most Instagram users prefer Android devices and mentioned the expansion of Threads to the EU, which has reached 100 million users. The expansion comes as some advertisers have paused ads on X.

Portfolio Pulse from Mehab Qureshi

December 25, 2023 | 6:25 pm

DIS

ZG

A recent study and viral video have sparked discussions about the wealth of the McCallister family from the 1990 film 'Home Alone.' The family's house in Winnetka, a Chicago suburb, suggests they are in the top 1% of incomes. A Zillow Group estimate in 2022 valued the house at $2.4 million. The film, now owned by The Walt Disney Company, grossed over $285.8 million domestically and can be streamed on Disney+. The article does not provide concrete details about the family's income or occupations.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

December 25, 2023 | 3:00 pm

TSLA

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), remains upset with the Biden administration for excluding Tesla from a 2021 EV summit, despite Tesla's significant EV deliveries compared to GM. Musk's tweet on X (formerly Twitter) reiterates his frustration, and the article also touches on Musk's ventures in AI and the optimistic outlook for Tesla's market cap by analyst Daniel Ives.

Portfolio Pulse from Ramakrishnan M

December 25, 2023 | 3:00 pm

CAG

Slim Jim's custom Nissan Z, known as Fast Meat and valued at $115,000, was recovered near Chicago after being reported stolen. The car, which features unique Slim Jim branding and snack dispensers, belongs to Conagra Brands Inc (NYSE:CAG). It was stolen on its way to Los Angeles for a video shoot. Conagra launched a #Findfastmeat campaign to locate it. The vehicle was found with its custom graphics and interior intact, and Conagra confirmed the theft was genuine.

Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf

December 24, 2023 | 4:21 pm

COST

CVS

KR

SBUX

TGT

WBA

WMT

Major retailers and pharmacy chains have announced their Christmas Eve hours for last-minute shoppers. Walmart will close at 6 p.m., Target will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Costco's hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., CVS anticipates normal hours, Walgreens will maintain regular hours, Starbucks' hours may vary, and Kroger generally closes early. Customers are advised to check specific store hours online or contact the stores directly.

Portfolio Pulse from Nabaparna Bhattacharya

December 23, 2023 | 7:48 pm

F

GM

SIRI

President Joe Biden, an automobile enthusiast, expressed his fondness for his 1967 Corvette Stingray, a family heirloom and a gift from his father. In an interview with Conan O'Brien, Biden reminisced about the car's sentimental value and his love for driving, despite not knowing much about engines. He also discussed the potential of electric vehicles (EVs), praising the electric Corvette's acceleration and the electric Ford Bronco. Biden's support for the transition to EVs aligns with his administration's goals for federal employees to adopt or support electric vehicles.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

December 23, 2023 | 6:57 pm