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Why PayPal’s stock is falling despite upbeat earnings guidance
Despite positive earnings projections, the deceleration in payment transactions within the main checkout segment has led to a decline in the company’s share price, which some exper...
Read Full Article →Royal Caribbean stock gets rocked despite higher demand for cruises. Here’s why.
Royal Caribbean's shares declined after quarterly revenue fell short of expectations and the company issued a cautious forecast, despite surpassing profit estimates and improving i...
Read Full Article →How stock-market investors should trade what could be a historic Fed dissent over interest rates on...
Investors may need to carefully evaluate market reactions to the upcoming Federal Reserve disagreement, as it could influence interest rate decisions and significantly impact finan...
Read Full Article →Meta is spending ever more on AI. Earnings will show if that’s paying off.
Meta's increasing investment in artificial intelligence highlights the company's strategy to enhance revenue streams, with upcoming earnings expected to reveal the financial outcom...
Read Full Article →The most important woman in bonds says investors now have unrealistic expectations
The chief investment officer of Franklin Templeton’s Fixed Income division advises that investors should adjust their outlook, as the current bond market environment may not suppor...
Read Full Article →EssilorLuxottica earnings boost illustrates growth potential for Meta’s smartglasses
The substantial increase in sales of Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses during early 2025 demonstrates promising revenue opportunities within the emerging wearable technology market.
Read Full Article →3 reasons why the stock market is on the brink of losing 5%-10% — and what to do now
Current market dynamics, influenced by differing investor sentiment and predictable seasonal trends, suggest a potential decline between 5% and 10%, highlighting the importance of...
Read Full Article →Boeing stock gains altitude on revenue beat, and narrower-than-expected loss
Boeing's financial results exceeded analyst expectations, with higher-than-anticipated revenue and a smaller loss, contributing to a positive movement in its stock price.
Read Full Article →UnitedHealth’s stock falls to five-year low as outlook was reinstated, but missed expectations
UnitedHealth experienced a notable decline in its share price after reporting second-quarter earnings that fell short of projections, highlighting ongoing challenges with rising he...
Read Full Article →Philips lifts profit outlook on tariff mitigation as Stellantis flags $1.7 billion hit from levies
Philips increased its earnings forecast following efforts to reduce tariff impacts, while Stellantis reported a substantial $1.7 billion financial loss due to similar levy-related...
Read Full Article →SoFi’s stock rises as earnings bring surging loan growth and a number of records
SoFi experienced notable financial improvements, marked by increased loan originations and a substantial rise in new membership, contributing to a positive market response.
Read Full Article →Novo Nordisk issues profit warning as competition — legal and otherwise — hits Wegovy, Ozempic
Novo Nordisk lowered its forecast due to increasing challenges from various competitors, leading to a decline in its stock value and signaling potential impacts on the company's fu...
Read Full Article →Microsoft’s stock has been on fire. Will good earnings be enough to further the rally?
Microsoft’s recent strong market activity highlights significant investor interest, but some experts suggest sustained growth will depend on consistent financial results beyond jus...
Read Full Article →Whirlpool says rivals have raced to do this to sidestep tariffs
According to Whirlpool, competing companies are increasing imports from Asia into the U.S. to avoid tariffs, which are intended to benefit domestic producers over time.
Read Full Article →Bed Bath & Beyond parent company’s latest problem has nothing to do with retail
Beyond Inc.'s stock experienced initial gains followed by a decline after the company, which manages Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock.com, announced second-quarter financial results...
Read Full Article →NBA star Kyrie Irving says it ‘puts a target on someone’s life’ when fans know how much money player...
The disclosure of professional athletes’ salaries raises concerns about personal safety and privacy, as it potentially attracts unwanted attention and increases risks related to th...
Read Full Article →Walmart shoppers’ behavior hasn’t changed much even as tariffs push prices higher, analysts say
Despite rising costs due to tariffs, Walmart’s customers showed relatively stable purchasing patterns, with the retailer absorbing less of the price increases compared to other com...
Read Full Article →The E.U. to buy $750 billion of U.S. energy products. Why that’s ‘absurd.’
The agreement between the U.S. and the European Union involves a substantial purchase of American energy goods, yet experts question the feasibility and accuracy of the projected f...
Read Full Article →Nike’s stock jumps after an analyst says ‘just buy it’ ahead of soccer World Cup
Nike’s shares experienced a notable increase following J.P. Morgan’s upgraded rating, reflecting heightened investor confidence ahead of the upcoming soccer World Cup event.
Read Full Article →Figma’s hot IPO may open the door for more big software deals
Figma’s successful public offering could encourage additional major software companies like Genesys, Canva, and Databricks to pursue large-scale financial transactions in the near...
Read Full Article →Coinbase investors should cash in. The stock has rallied too much ahead of earnings, analyst says.
An analyst advised that investors who purchased Coinbase shares recently might consider selling to realize gains, as the stock price has increased substantially in anticipation of...
Read Full Article →U.S.-China tariff truce to keep going with more Trump trade deals on the horizon
The continuation of the trade agreement between the U.S. and China, along with potential new deals, could influence market expectations and economic relations before the approachin...
Read Full Article →‘I keep getting the same song and dance’: My salary has not kept up with inflation. Is my company ch...
The discrepancy between current earnings and inflation-adjusted wages highlights a substantial loss in purchasing power, potentially amounting to an extra $17,000 annually if compe...
Read Full Article →How Opendoor’s meme-stock rally helped fix a listing-requirement problem, for now
Opendoor’s recent surge in share value temporarily addressed its compliance issues with listing standards, providing the company additional opportunity to evaluate market trends an...
Read Full Article →S&P 500 now more likely to reach 7,200 next year, according to Morgan Stanley’s Wilson
Morgan Stanley’s analysis suggests that improved corporate profits combined with sustained valuation levels may increase the probability of the S&P 500 rising to 7,200 points in th...
Read Full Article →The emerging-markets bandwagon rumbles on, and now China is climbing aboard
Goldman Sachs anticipates that the expansion of the investment trend in developing economies will now include China, potentially increasing capital inflows and influencing global f...
Read Full Article →This researcher finds eerie parallels between now and the pullback of 1998
The study highlights historical market patterns that could influence current investment trends, suggesting potential risks and opportunities reminiscent of financial behaviors obse...
Read Full Article →Powell faces his most pivotal test yet: Trump pressure, Fed dissent and a sky-high stock market
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming press conference is attracting widespread attention due to market volatility, political influences, and internal disagreements that c...
Read Full Article →Economists cheer end of ‘crippling uncertainty,’ but U.S. tariff deal gets frosty reception in Europ...
The agreement on a 15% tariff between the U.S. and E.U. is expected to influence trade dynamics and economic confidence, although reactions from European markets remain cautious an...
Read Full Article →Stock futures rise after U.S.-E.U. trade deal, and ahead of big Fed meeting
The agreement between the U.S. and the European Union has positively influenced market sentiment, potentially impacting investment strategies and economic forecasts ahead of the up...
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