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Is Upstart Holdings (UPST) a Good Investment?

Fred Alger Management, an investment management company, released its “Alger Weatherbie Specialized Growth Fund” second-quarter 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. Initial volatility in April stemmed from increased trade policy uncertainty following President Trump's tariffs on April 2, which affected import-dependent companies. Stability returned on April 9 after a 90-day pause on new duties. Market sentiment improved in May following the White House’s suspension of reciprocal tariff hikes on China on May 12. In June, trade talks—featuring faster...