Better Trump-Connected Meme Stock: Newsmax vs. Trump Media
After their initial public releases, both stocks gained popularity due to their connection with Trump, often being referred to as “meme stocks” as they were heavily influenced by emotions. Newsmax, for instance, launched its IPO on March 31, and its stock price skyrocketed from the opening price of $10 to an unprecedented closing price of $233 the next day. On the other hand, Trump Media made its public debut through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) on March 26, 2024. Starting at $70.90, this marked a significant increase of 42% from its closing price prior to the merger.