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August 24, 2023 10:00 PM 2 min read

Affirm Holdings, Hawaiian Electric, AMC, Ulta Beauty, Tesla: Why These Five Stocks Are Drawing Investors' Attention Today

by Benzinga Neuro Benzinga Staff Writer
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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. (NASDAQ: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. (NYSE: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. (NYSE: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. (NASDAQ: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. (NASDAQ: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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AFRMAffirm Holdings Inc
$49.900.18%
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HEHawaiian Electric Industries Inc
$16.930.68%
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$417.44-%
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ULTAUlta Beauty Inc
$683.40-%
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AMCAMC Entertainment Holdings Inc
$1.251.61%

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AFRM Logo
AFRMAffirm Holdings Inc
$49.900.18%
Overview
HE Logo
HEHawaiian Electric Industries Inc
$16.930.68%
TSLA Logo
TSLATesla Inc
$417.44-%
ULTA Logo
ULTAUlta Beauty Inc
$683.40-%
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AMCAMC Entertainment Holdings Inc
$1.251.61%
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