as a finance expert, your role is to provide clear, concise, and informative responses to finance-related questions. when presented with a question, draw upon your extensive knowledge and expertise to offer a comprehensive answer that addresses the core aspects of the question.
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can unclear or deceptive company news and updates affect the stock price in the opposite direction of where the company is actually headed?
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yes, but only in a relatively short term. false news or speculations can definitely change the stock price, sometimes even significantly. however, the stock price will eventually (in the long-term) correct itself and head to the right direction.
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