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October 27, 2025 Economy by ORANEC

Are Bitcoin Price Models Still a Reliable Guide for Investors in 2025?

Bitcoin's (BTC) Stock-to-Flow (S2F) model is flashing one of its most bullish forecasts yet, projecting BTC to reach $222,000. However, a Bitwise analyst has cautioned that Bitcoin’s maturing market may be outgrowing its predictive frameworks.As Bitcoin's presence in global finance grows, the reliability of price forecasting models becomes crucial. Once a cornerstone of long-term valuation, the S2F model is now being re-examined as shifting market forces challenge its core assumptions.For context, the Stock-to-Flow model measures Bitcoin’s value based on scarcity. It compares the existing supp…

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October 27, 2025 Economy by ORANEC

Assessing Ollie’s Bargain Outlet (OLLI) Valuation After Recent Share Price Pullback

Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings (OLLI) stock has been on the move lately, catching the eye of investors who track discount retailers. Over the past month, shares have pulled back about 12%.See our latest analysis for Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings.Over the past year, Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings has seen its total shareholder return climb more than 30 percent. This highlights strong long-term momentum, even as recent share price pullbacks hint at shifting sentiment or elevated expectations after an impressive run.If the latest swings have you curious about what else is catching attention, …

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October 27, 2025 Economy by ORANEC

4 US Economic Events with Crypto Implications This Week

This week will be action-packed, with multiple US economic events scheduled that are poised to influence traders' and investors’ portfolios.It comes amid an ongoing US government shutdown, with the data blackout approaching 30 days.Traders can cushion their portfolios by monitoring the following US economic events this week.This is perhaps the most important US economic event this week. It is due on Wednesday, a record five days after the September CPI release.On October 29, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will announce its interest rate decision, clarifying whether the Fed will maint…

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October 27, 2025 Economy by ORANEC

China Asks US to Protect ‘Hard-Won’ Results Before Xi-Trump Meeting

The Yantian International Container Terminal in Shenzhen, China.(Bloomberg) -- The Chinese Communist Party’s official mouthpiece called on the world’s biggest economies to “jointly safeguard hard-won achievements” from their latest trade talks, ahead of a high-stakes meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.Most Read from BloombergChicago Bears Leave Behind $356 Million Stadium Debt as They Ditch CityWhat a 1970s Commune in Arizona Got Right About Desert UrbanismWhat to Know About Trump’s Demolition of the White House East WingThe Eternal Reinvention of the American DowntownAmerican Roads A…

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October 24, 2025 Economy by ORANEC

How Recent Analyst Updates Are Shaping the Story and Valuation for Light & Wonder

Light & Wonder’s price target has been adjusted lower, with the Fair Value Estimate decreasing modestly from $108.36 to $106.55. This move comes in response to a more cautious outlook and a slight uptick in the company’s discount rate, indicating that investors are weighing increased risk in the current environment. Stay tuned to learn how these changes reflect shifting analyst sentiment and what to watch for as the narrative around Light & Wonder evolves.Recent analyst commentary on Light & Wonder reflects a shifting perspective within the investment community, as firms reassess both the comp…

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October 24, 2025 Economy by ORANEC

T-Mobile (TMUS) Margin Gains Reinforce Bullish Narratives Despite Premium Valuation and Cautious Outlook

T-Mobile US (TMUS) posted net profit margins of 14.5%, up from 12% last year, with earnings growing 29.2% in the most recent period. Over the past five years, the company’s earnings have expanded at an impressive 38.6% annual rate. However, growth is now forecast to moderate to 14.95% annually, with revenue expected to rise 4.8% per year, trailing the broader US market’s 10% growth rate. With shares trading below estimated fair value and analyst targets, yet the price-to-earnings ratio at 20.3x outpacing industry and peer averages, investors see positive signals in profitability and valuation.…

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