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Alex Vellor
Author: Alex Vellor
05:47am, Tuesday, Feb 04, 2025
Airbus (EPA: AIR) and Leonardo (BIT: LDO) shares dipped 0.5% and 1.6%, respectively, amid merger talks focused on consolidating Airbus' space division. Analysts predict minimal financial impact, estimating only €110M in savings, reflecting cautious market sentiment.
09:54am, Monday, Feb 03, 2025
President Trump’s new tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada, and China are shaking the U.S. stock market. Companies like GM, Chipotle, and Canada Goose face rising costs, prompting traders to reassess strategies amid fears of a potential trade war.
09:28am, Monday, Feb 03, 2025
Investors eagerly await earnings reports this week from key players like Google, Toyota, Amazon, Alibaba, Eli Lilly, and Merck. These results will provide critical insights into the technology, automotive, and pharmaceutical sectors, influencing market dynamics.
06:57am, Monday, Feb 03, 2025
Lufthansa (XETRA: LHAG) is set to profit from its 41% stake in ITA Airways by 2025, as CEO Carsten Spohr highlights plans to strengthen its southern European presence. ITA's Star Alliance membership may boost profitability, making LHAG a stock to watch.
08:05am, Friday, Jan 31, 2025
Exxon Mobil (NYSE: XOM) reported a Q4 profit of $7.39 billion, exceeding expectations. Despite a yearly profit decline to $33.46 billion, it leads oil production in the Permian Basin and is committed to increasing shareholder returns to $36 billion in 2024.
07:42am, Friday, Jan 31, 2025
Chevron Corp. (NYSE: CVX) raised its dividends by 5% despite missing earnings expectations due to falling crude prices. CEO Mike Wirth remains optimistic, focusing on the Tengiz oil project and cautious capital spending amid market challenges.
07:33am, Friday, Jan 31, 2025
OpenAI is reportedly seeking up to $40 billion in new funding, potentially elevating its valuation to $340 billion. SoftBank is set to invest $15-$25 billion, surpassing Microsoft. This could significantly impact the AI landscape and stock market dynamics.
07:46am, Thursday, Jan 30, 2025
Major stock indexes closed lower Wednesday as the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates. The S&P 500 dipped 0.47%, with Nvidia's shares sliding 4%. Earnings reports from Microsoft, Meta, and Tesla shaped market reactions, while SoftBank eyes a $25B investment in OpenAI.
07:04am, Thursday, Jan 30, 2025
Microsoft and Meta Platforms defend hefty AI investments amid competition from Chinese startup DeepSeek. With Microsoft committing $80B and Meta $65B, concerns grow over returns as investors seek clarity on monetization amid mixed performance signals.
07:39am, Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025
T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) projects 5.5-6M postpaid net additions for 2025, exceeding Wall Street's 2.7M forecast. A 7% premarket share surge reflects strong demand for its 5G plans and successful promotions, positioning T-Mobile as a key player in telecom growth.
07:36am, Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025
U.S. Treasury yields dipped ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, with traders anticipating the outcome. Market expectations suggest rates will remain steady as investors look for stability in the Fed's monetary policy amidst external pressures.
04:43am, Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025
The Federal Open Market Committee's first meeting of 2024 is underway, with traders keen on the outcome amid stable employment and persistent inflation. While no rate cuts are expected, the Fed's decisions could influence future policies under President Trump's economic directives.
04:18am, Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025
As Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) nears its Q1 earnings report, analysts project a revenue of $124.39 billion and an earnings rise to $2.35 per share. Despite a 5% stock drop since January, optimism remains with price targets ranging from $260 to $325.
08:53am, Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025
DeepSeek’s rapid rise in AI sparks fears of competition, leading to a market selloff. What does this mean for investors in tech and AI stocks?
