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Ben Ward

After graduating from college, Ben Ward began his career as a buy-side analyst in the hedge fund industry. His passion for uncovering hidden gems in this space quickly became evident, as the stocks picked focused primarily on the small-cap segment of the market. Ben discovered Fintel in early 2022, intrigued by the platform's unique approach and advanced analytics capabilities and ended up joining as a journalist for the group.

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US-China Trade Talks: Expectations, Outcomes, and Market Implications

by Ben Ward - 05-08
The upcoming weekend talks between the Trump administration and Chinese officials in Switzerland represent a critical juncture in the escalating trade tensions between the world's two largest economies.
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Has nCino Finally Bottomed Out After 3-Year Collapse? Is it A Buy? Fintel Digs Deep To Find Out

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-31
nCino's (US:NCNO) recent second-quarter report gave investors something to cheer about, stoking a 10% price surge in Wednesday’s trading.
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The Grayscale Effect: How One Ruling Could Reshape the Crypto ETF Landscape

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-30
In a pivotal decision that has sent shockwaves throughout the cryptocurrency and asset management sectors, the U.
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10 CEOs Showing Conviction With Personal Capital After This Reporting Season

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-29
The month of August has always been a harbinger of revelations, as many companies unveil their mid-year financial results.
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Heico Shares Looks Set to Fall Despite Q3 Earnings Beat: Fintel Dives Deep to Find Out Why

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-29
Shares of Heico (US:HEI), the world's largest independent manufacturer of FAA-approved jet engine and aircraft component replacement parts, dipped 5.
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Behind the Hedge: Starboard Value's Q2 Biggest Hits Included Algonquin, Vertiv, Wix

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-26
In the world of activist investing, few names resonate as powerfully as Jeffrey Smith's Starboard Value.
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Fabrinet Rally Shows Power of AI Growth Hype and NVIDIA's Coattails

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-23
Fabrinet (US:FN) shares soared in an impressive 40% rally, following the company's fourth quarter results released earlier this week, beating expectations on remarkable AI-driven datacom growth.
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Big Tech Drives Adage Capital's June Quarter Gains as Boston Fund Cut Midwest Bank Positions

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-21
Tucked away in the heart of Boston's financial district, Adage Capital Management recently unveiled its trading report for the June quarter.
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Avnet’s Beat Tops the Pack. Was the Quality of the Results Enough to Justify the Rally?

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-18
Global electronics component distributor Avnet (US:AVT) posted fiscal fourth quarter 2023 results that surpassed market expectations, sending its stock 8.
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Depending on Who Sculptor Capital's Investors Believe, Rithm Capital's Offer Could Make Sense

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-17
In a significant turn of events surrounding the proposed acquisition of Sculptor Capital Management (US:SCU) by Rithm Capital (US:RITM), activist investor Daniel Och from Willoughby Capital and his group of investors have publicly voiced their disapproval, setting the stage for a potentially contentious transaction battle.
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Cohen’s Point72 Cuts Broadcom, Meta, Google to Push Into Microsoft, NVIDIA and Micron

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-16
Hedge fund Point72 Asset Management recently unveiled its trading report for the June quarter.
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Commodore Capital Buys in for the Long Haul With 20% Vistagen Stake on Promising Phase 3 Data

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-11
In a week that has seen Vistagen Therapeutics' (US:VTGN) stock triple in value, investors and company watchers have been intensely focused on the company.
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Analysts View Tilray’s Craft Brewery Deal Price as 'Attractive': A Strategic Move Toward Diversification

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-10
Tilray Brands (US:TLRY) made headlines Tuesday after announcing its acquisition of eight craft beer and beverage brands from Anheuser-Busch (US:BUD) for $85 million.
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Cash in on Dividends: August's Top 10 Stocks for Rapid Harvesting Returns

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-07
In the dynamic and often unpredictable world of stock trading, investors are perpetually seeking strategies that can deliver consistent returns amidst market volatility.
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Remitly’s Blowout Quarter Shows Digital Dynamo is Disrupting Global Remittance

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-04
In a world where money flows across borders as quickly as a swipe on a screen, Remitly Global (US:RELY) is sending shockwaves through the highly fragmented $1.
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Does Boise Cascade’s Strong Earnings Performance Validate Its Strong Rise? Analysts Stand Divided

by Ben Ward - 2023-08-02
Shares of Idaho-based building materials producer, Boise Cascade (US:BCC), traded more than 3% higher on Tuesday following a strong second quarter earnings report.
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Mr Cooper Stock Continues Strong Quant Scores After Upbeat Results, Brighter Outlook Stoke Big Jump

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-27
It’s been six months since Mr Cooper Group (US:COOP) first surfaced on Fintel’s quant screens, flashing a score of 88.
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Curious Options Moves Shown Leading Into Landmark PacWest Bancorp, Banc of California Merger

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-26
Significant news struck in the regional banking sector today as PacWest Bancorp (US:PACW) and Banc of California (US:BANC) announced an all-stock merger on Tuesday after markets closed.
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Acadia Pharmaceuticals Rights Deal and Bullish Outlook Sends Shares Surging 16%. Here’s What To Expect

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-14
In a stunning two-day rally, shares of Acadia Pharmaceuticals (US:ACAD) have seen a 16% surge following the announcement of the company's acquisition of expanded commercial rights for the groundbreaking Rett syndrome drug, trofinetide.
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Wildcat Claims CNSL Shareholders Are Being Ripped Off in Weak Deal, Claiming $14 Price is Required

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-13
Wildcat Capital Management, the family office managing the wealth of TPG Capital’s co-founder David Bonderman, issued a stern letter to Consolidated Communications (US:CNSL) on Tuesday.
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Paratek's Largest Shareholder NexPoint Slams Management, Demands Transparency on Pending Sale

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-12
After markets closed on Tuesday, NexPoint Asset Management, the largest independent shareholder in Paratek Pharmaceuticals (US:PRTK), demanded an in-depth review of all records relating to the proposed acquisition by Gurnet Point Capital and Novo Holdings, which is owned by Novo Nordisk (US:NVO).
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Cipher Soars as Crypto 2023 Rally Storms on, but Which Miner Stands to Outperfrom in H2?

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-09
Shares of Cipher Mining (US:CIFR), the pioneering cryptocurrency miner, surged 10.
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Children’s Place CEO's Big Buy Shows Strong Confidence in H2 Expected Turnaround

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-07
In a bold display of faith in her company's future, Jane Elfers, CEO of The Children's Place (US:PLCE), recently invested more than $1 million in the retailer's shares.
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Perion Network's Preliminary Q2 Results Soar Past Expectations, Signaling a Bullish Trend in Adtech

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-07
In the dynamic world of adtech, news of a company outpacing its projected earnings is a rejuvenating sign for the rest of the sector.
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The Future of Power Semiconductors is Built into Historic Wolfspeed-Renesas Deal

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-06
Wolfspeed (US:WOLF) has grabbed headlines across the globe this week after the company inked a historic long-term supply agreement (LTSA) with Renesas Electronics (JP:6723).
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10 Stocks You Could Capture Dividends From This July

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-05
In the fast-paced and unpredictable nature of the stock market, investors are constantly on the lookout for strategies that can secure stable returns in a tumultuous environment.
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Unprecedented Attendance at SEMICON China 2023 Reflects Resilient Semiconductor Industry

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-04
In the face of global supply chain challenges and pandemic-era complications, the semiconductor industry is demonstrating its resilience.
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Chinese EV Makers Rev Up, Surpassing Expectations as Russian Demand Drives Gains

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-04
Amid a global climate of fervent electrification, China's burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) industry is accelerating at full throttle, demonstrating resilience and adaptability amid the volatile market conditions and regulatory changes that have marked 2023.
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Adani Group's Billion Dollar Stake Sale Marks Key Step in Market Confidence Rebuild

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-03
In a concerted move that captured the world's attention yet again last week, India's billionaire Adani family sold off stakes worth roughly $1 billion in their group's two mainstay companies, Adani Enterprises Ltd and Adani Green Energy.
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Progress Software Surprises With Q2 Beat and Raised Outlook Amid Cloudy Macro Environment

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-02
Progress Software (US:PRGS), a major player in software application development, deployment, and management solutions, is poised to extend gains on Monday after PRGS stock shot 5.
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Latest Sordid Tale of Tech Deal Insider Trading Reads Like Hollywood Pitch

by Ben Ward - 2023-07-01
Here at Fintel, the data we compile on corporate insider buying activity is among the most frequently sought by the platform’s users.
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Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Share Surge Shows Investor Support for Board Reboot, Strategic Review

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-30
Shares of Aurinia Pharmaceuticals (US:AUPH) are up almost 14% in Friday’s premarket activity following a series of director departures and news of a strategic review of potential sale or merger opportunities.
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Options Traders Seemingly Win Big on Greenbrier Trade Before Q3 Print

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-30
The share price of Greenbrier (US:GBX) rose a whopping 31.8% in Thursday's trading session following the announcement of its better-than-expected third quarter earnings. The Lake Oswego, Oregon-based transportation manufacturing company surpassed Wall Street estimates on multiple fronts, recording strong performance in its various segments. Ahead of Friday's regular session, GBX stock is giving ba
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AeroVironment Leads the Charge of Defense Stocks Rising as Ukraine War 'Drones' On

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-28
In the shadow of the raging Ukraine conflict, some businesses found an unexpected tailwind.
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MEI Pharma’s Proposed Merger With Infinity Slammed by Cable Car Capital, Anson Funds

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-28
The board of MEI Pharma (US:MEIP), a San Diego-based oncology company, is under fire from prominent shareholders who argue that a proposed merger with Infinity Pharmaceuticals (US:INFI) undervalues the firm.
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After Mercury Systems Shuns Sale, CEO Exits and JPMorgan Loses Hope

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-27
The stock market is often a fickle beast, and for Mercury Systems (US:MRCY), a turbulent period of strategic review and executive transitions has added fuel to the market’s fire.
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Cohen's Point72 Boosts Stake in Praxis Precision Medicines Ahead of Phase 3 Trials

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-27
In an ambitious advance in the field of biotech sector, Point72 Asset Management, led by Steve Cohen, tripled its position in Praxis Precision Medicines (US:PRAX), is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in central nervous system disorders.
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Broker Downgrade and Activist Add-on Investment Send Mixed Signals on Universal Technical Institute Stock

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-26
Is Argus Research a canary in the coal mine for investors in Universal Technical Institute (US:UTI)? The independent Wall Street mainstay last week downgraded UTI stock.
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Double-Digit Dividend Hike Reels Investors Back to Smith & Wesson’s Stock

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-25
In a sharp rebound after a challenging fiscal year, Smith & Wesson Brands (US:SWBI) saw its shares soar 20% in Friday's trading session.
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Eagle Bulk Shipping Launches Defensive Play Against Danaos

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-24
In a turn of events straight from the Wall Street playbook, Eagle Bulk Shipping (US:EGLE) made a bold move this week to fend off a potential hostile takeover.
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Bed Bath & Beyond's IP Assets Could Boost Overstock’s Sales by More Than $150 Million Next Year

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-22
Overstock.com (US:OSTK) emerged as a market frontrunner on Thursday, as shares saw a sharp 17.3% increase after confirmation of its successful bid to purchase a portion of bankrupt Bed Bath & Beyond's (US:BBBYQ) intellectual property and assets. In the aftermath of the demise of BBBYQ, Overstock.com made a strategic move to secure key assets including intellectual property rights, business data, a
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Matrix Capital Infuses $108 Million Into Zentalis Toward Promising Cancer Therapeutics

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-22
Shares of Zentalis Pharmaceuticals Inc (US:ZNTL) are cooling off a bit Thursday after yesterday's 4% rise capped a five-day rally of 17.
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Relative Underperformance of Small Cap Stocks Opens Up Opportunities, Including These 10 Ideas

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-21
Last year marked a tumultuous period for small-cap stocks, with the MSCI USA Small Cap Index enduring a substantial setback, dropping by 17% over the year.
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AAPL, BKNG, DASH Lead Fintel’s Top 10 Big Shorts List For June

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-21
Hedge funds employ various strategies to generate profits in the financial markets, and one of the most common approaches is taking short positions in stocks.
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Activist Starboard Value Boosts Wix Stake as Website Maker's Outlook Remains Strong Despite AI Fears

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-21
Shares of Wix.com (US:WIX), the leader in do-it-yourself web development, have been on a rollercoaster ride in recent trading sessions following significant purchases by company insiders and activist investor Starboard Value. In a recent Form 6-K filing, the company announced that Avishai Abrahami, co-founder and CEO, Nir Zohar, president and COO, and other board members, including a family trust
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Investors Cheers Townsquare Media’s Discounted Buyback and Turnaround Story

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-19
Townsquare Media (US:TSQ) shares were on the rise again last Friday, jumping 5.2% following its announcement of a sizable share repurchase that it made with cash on hand. While after-hours trading pared about half of the regular day’s gain, the TSQ stock price is still up more than 50% so far into 2024. The digital media and marketing solutions company beat estimates in last month’s first-quarter
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This Broker Thinks Battery Maker Enovix Could Reach $20 After Its Bullish Production Update

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-18
Shares of Enovix Corporation (US:ENVX) soared 11% in Friday's trading session following a bullish update from the company, extending the stock’s 2023 year-to-date return to 25%.
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TrueCar Scrambles With Management Shake-up, Workforce Reduction Ahead of Shareholder Meeting

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-15
Shares of online vehicle listing platform TrueCar (US:TRUE) are surging in Thursday’s pre-market Nasdaq trading after yesterday’s post-close announcement of a strategic restructuring that aims to streamline the organization and improve efficiency amid a challenging environment for the company In an SEC filing, TrueCard disclosed it was sacking 102 employees, around 24% of its headcount.
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Riposte Capital Thinks SilverBow is Worth 35% More, Held Down By Management's Poison Pill

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-15
In a bold move to drive positive change at SilverBow Resources (US:SBOW), activist investor Riposte Capital issued a letter on Wednesday to the company's board in a 13D filing, outlining a series of demands aimed at unlocking and maximizing SBOW stock’s value.
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GameStop’s New Leader Cohen Buys the Dip Along With Other Board Members

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-14
GameStop (US:GME) has been on a rollercoaster ride over the past week, with a series of developments affect its stock price and investor sentiment.
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Mamamancini’s Tasty Q1 Feeds Investor Appetite to Extend 6-Month Rally

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-14
Deli foods producer Mamamancini (US:MMMB) shares look set to continue their astonishing six-month rally on Wednesday after the company reported a strong first quarter.
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Momentum Builds for Shanghai EV Player NIO After Last Week's Q1 Update

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-13
Momentum for Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer NIO (HK:9866, US:NIO) took off last Friday after the company announced first-quarter results.
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Dual-Traded Kingsoft Cloud Shares Rocket in Both Markets as CEO's Share Purchase Boosts Confidence

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-13
Shares of Kingsoft Cloud have been on the rise in both Hong Kong (HK:3896) and Nasdaq (US:KC) trading after a strong lift on June 9, driven by the news that CEO and Vice Chairman Zou Tao purchased more shares in the company.
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Techtronic Denies Short-Seller Jehoshaphat's Fraud Allegations in Home Depot Business

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-09
Short-seller Jehoshaphat Research (JR) has accused Techtronic Industries (HK:0669) of defrauding its largest customer and strategic partner, Home Depot (US:HD).
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Rev Group's Positive Surprise Prompts Investors to Give Shares Another Look

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-08
The momentum behind REV Group Inc (US:REVG) saw a surge on Thursday after fiscal second-quarter (April) earnings topped expectations.
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Yext's Solid Q1 Caught Our Attention as Improving Fundamentals Reveal Stock's Potential

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-08
Fintel has launched coverage of Yext (US:YEXT) this week, after being alerted by the brand management software company’s significant surge in its stock price, rising by 38.
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GameStop Shake-up Axes CEO, Puts Chewy's Cohen in Chairman's Seat

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-08
In a surprising turn of events, GameStop (US:GME) has sacked CEO Matthew Furlong and appointed Ryan Cohen as the new executive chairman of the group.
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10 Global Stocks With High Fund Sentiment Scores to Kick off June

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-07
In the current landscape of global equity markets, increasing volatility and uncertainty has made it increasingly harder to find and select stocks for the portfolio with great conviction.
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Zumiez Execs' Insider Trades Signal Optimism Amid Weak Q1 Results

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-07
In the wake of Zumiez's (US:ZUMZ) lackluster first-quarter financial report, which saw a sizable decline in sales, there is a glimmer of hope for investors.
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Should You Buy Gitlab’s Enormous Incoming Tuesday Rally on the AI Hype and Upgrade?

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-06
GitLab (US:GTLB) shares are on fire in Tuesday’s pre-market activity, with GTLB stock up 26% hours before U.

 
Lyra Therapeutics Extends Gains After Insider Transactions Disclosures

by Ben Ward - 2023-06-05
Friday's impressive 13% surge in the shares of Lyra Therapeutics (US:LYRA) carried over into the new week as investors pushed the LYRA stock price up a further 8.
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