United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has hailed SpaceX's Starlink as the airline's greatest competitive advantage in its 100-year history, with approximately 600 aircraft already equipped and full fleet coverage expected by late 2027. In contrast, Delta Air Lines, which chose Amazon's Leo network, will not begin installations until 2028, a decision that has led to public disagreement between Kirby and Delta CEO Ed Bastian, and even criticism from Elon Musk. The race for in-flight connectivity is a key battleground for attracting premium travelers and a test for investors, as United expects Starlink to boost revenue while Delta's bet on Leo will not be measurable until 2028.

This article provides a comprehensive guide for Singaporean investors on how to invest in the Nasdaq-100 index through the Invesco QQQ ETF. It details what QQQ invests in, its fees, dividend policy, tax implications (including US dividend withholding and estate tax), and compares it with other Nasdaq-100 UCITS ETFs and S&P 500 ETFs. The guide also discusses the risks involved and offers practical advice on purchasing QQQ in Singapore, including considerations for CPF or SRS funds.

FinVolution Group announced it will release its third quarter 2026 unaudited financial results on November 25, 2026, after U.S. market close. The company will host an earnings conference call on the same day at 7:30 PM ET, requiring online registration for participation. FinVolution, a leading fintech platform since 2007, connects young borrowers with financial institutions and reported 254.2 million registered users as of June 30, 2026.

Coherent (COHR) reported a strong September quarter with a 50% revenue increase and 80% earnings growth, raising its long-term gross margin target. The company secured a $20 billion, five-year deal with a major AI data center customer, likely NVIDIA, and projects significant growth into 2028. Despite some analyst target cuts, Coherent's valuation and strategic agreements, including an indium phosphide supply deal, position it as a strong performer in the optical components market.

Forward Industries, Inc. announced a strategic partnership with Groma, planning to allocate up to $30 million in GromaCoin (GRO) ahead of its launch on Solana in Q1 2027. GromaCoin represents a tokenized share in the Groma Real Estate Trust, a U.S.-regulated REIT, and Forward Industries will also assist in expanding GRO's access within the Solana ecosystem. This move aims to create a new dollar-denominated revenue stream for Forward Industries and expand access to on-chain real estate.

Credo Technology Group (CRDO) has introduced new Open Compute Project (OCP) approved standards for enhanced telemetry in optical transceivers, a development that aligns with its focus on AI data center connectivity. While these standards are beneficial for Credo's market positioning, the immediate factors influencing its investment case remain its upcoming fiscal Q2 results, expected on December 1, 2026, and its ability to meet revenue and margin guidance amidst AI infrastructure demand. The article suggests that a strong performance in these areas, particularly concerning AI orders and gross margins above 65%, will be crucial in sustaining the current high-risk, execution-heavy investment thesis, which already projects a significant potential upside.

Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU) shares have experienced significant volatility, moving 5% or more on a third of its trading days since October. Despite recent drops, the author believes the stock is worth owning due to its trading at 4.6 times expected fiscal 2027 earnings per share, which already accounts for a potential steep drop in profits. The article recommends limiting Micron to a maximum of 5% of a diversified portfolio to manage risk, especially given the stock's potential for large swings.

Fifth Third Bancorp significantly reduced its stake in Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:CDNS) by 64.0% in the third quarter, selling 181,756 shares and holding 102,190 shares valued at $33.74 million. Other institutional investors showed mixed activity, with some increasing and others initiating positions. Analysts have a "Moderate Buy" rating for CDNS with an average target price of $410.05, despite recent insider sales and a slight uptick in the stock's value.

Eurizon Capital SGR S.p.A. significantly reduced its stake in International Business Machines (IBM) by 65.5% in the third quarter of 2026, selling over 500,000 shares. Despite this, IBM reported strong third-quarter earnings of $2.95 per share and revenue of $17.1 billion, both exceeding analyst estimates. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $1.69 per share, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $266.88.

Kathryn A. Moore, SVP of human resources at Motorola Solutions Inc. (NYSE:MSI), sold 1,080.13 shares for $571,825 on November 10, 2026, after exercising stock options. The company recently reported strong third-quarter 2026 earnings, surpassing analyst expectations and raising its full-year outlook.