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Steven Goldstein is based in London and responsible for MarketWatch's coverage of financial markets in Europe, with a particular focus on global macro and commodities.
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Shares of conservative news outlet Newsmax jumped over 18% before the bell on Tuesday, extending the stock's gains a day after its stunning debut on the New York Stock Exchange.
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Despite its lofty valuation, Newsmax has struggled to turn a profit during the run-up to its stock market debut.
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Even after crashing down to earth Wednesday, Newsmax is still valued at an extreme premium compared to Fox and the New York Times.
Newsmax went public this week, and the low volume of shares available to trade has exacerbated the impact of high demand, sending the stock soaring.
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As turbulent US equity markets cloud the picture for initial public offerings, some on Wall Street are urging companies to temper their valuations for a better chance of pulling off a successful deal.
Newsmax (NMAX) stock dropped just over 77% Wednesday, forfeiting a large chunk of its massive post-IPO surge that saw shares soar from $14 to $233. The stock's spiral sent Newsmax's market cap down to $4.
Artificial intelligence startup CoreWeave's shares closed up 42% at $52.57 on Tuesday, their third day of trading, above their initial public offering price of $40.
Newsmax stock plunged 70% Wednesday afternoon.Before it cratered, the stock saw a blistering 2,550% rally in the two days since going public.Newsmax's low share float heightens volatility, appealing to risk-seeking investors.