The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Industrial Average closed lower on Thursday, reflecting broad-based selling pressure. The S&P 500 closed at 4376.31, down by 1.35%, whereas Nasdaq last close stood at 13,463.97 losing 1.87% for the day. Dow Jones also faced a similar fate, closing at 34,099.42, shedding 1.08% from its previous close.
These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors throughout the day:
Affirm Holdings, Inc. AFRM, dipped 4.82% to close at 13.81. The fintech firm released Q4 earnings showing a 22% increase in revenue and provided strong guidance, boosting investor interest.
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Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. HE slipped 2.06% to 11.86. The company recently came under scrutiny following a negative review by a notable market analyst.
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. AMC tumbled 26.68% to end the day at 14.37. The entertainment giant’s stock has been on a wild ride due to its popularity among retail investors and its recent Q2 earnings report.
Ulta Beauty, Inc. ULTA closed down 3.48% at 422.74. Despite the drop, investors showed interest as the company’s Q2 earnings beat expectations and raised its annual forecast.
Tesla, Inc. TSLA, which closed at 230.04, down by 2.88%. The electric vehicle maker is struggling with internal woes and recession fears, resulting in nearly $200 billion being shaved off its market value.
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