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08:42am, Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025
Stellantis warns U.S. tariffs could cost $1.7B in 2025, hitting operating income amid a tough start. Currency swings, regulatory pressures, and trade issues deepen losses as CEO plans tough measures to revive profits. Shares slide.
08:33am, Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025
Meta (NASDAQ: META) is investing heavily in AI superintelligence, boosting hiring and infrastructure despite slow Q2 growth and rising costs. Shares are up 20% amid continued bets on AI's long-term potential despite near-term challenges.
08:30am, Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025
Boeing, Saab, and BAE Systems are in early talks to develop a successor to the UK's aging Hawk trainer jet, aiming to modernize the fleet and tap into a growing defense market with a potential high-profile contract.
08:28am, Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025
Spotify (NYSE: SPOT) shares dropped nearly 9% after Q3 profit forecasts missed estimates due to higher tax and marketing costs. Despite strong subscriber growth and a $2B buyback plan, revenue and operating income projections fell short of expectations.
08:26am, Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025
United Parcel Service (UPS) Q2 earnings missed expectations as new tariffs on low-value China shipments hurt volumes and revenue. Shares fell 1.4%, reflecting ongoing pressures from trade policy shifts and cautious consumer demand.
08:20am, Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025
UnitedHealth Group (UNH) cut its 2025 earnings forecast amid soaring Medicare Advantage medical costs, causing a 3% premarket dip. Q2 earnings missed estimates, while Optum revenue showed mixed results under rising cost and regulatory pressures.
07:23am, Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025
Spain's CNMC expands its probe into Apple's App Store pricing, investigating possible market dominance abuses over app developers. Despite regulatory pressure, Apple's stock remains steady as scrutiny of big tech's control intensifies across Europe.
09:05am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
Walmart is raising prices on imported goods amid higher tariffs, especially on perishables and seasonal items, while maintaining its "Everyday Low Price" strategy. Inventory buildup signals cost pressures, but the retailer stays confident in its full-year outlook.
08:52am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
Toronto-Dominion Bank appoints John MacIntyre as board chair amid regulatory challenges and leadership changes. TD shares have gained 34% YTD, as the bank aims to restore investor confidence and strengthen governance after AML compliance issues.
07:57am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
FirstGroup (LON: FGP) shares rose 3% after acquiring Tetley's Coaches, adding 55 vehicles and a Leeds depot. The deal boosts FirstGroup's UK footprint with predictable revenue from extended contracts and strengthens its position in West Yorkshire.
07:02am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
Hong Kong's new stablecoin laws aim to boost its crypto market, spotlighting brokers Futu (FUTU) and Up Fintech (TIGR) as Asia's Robinhood rivals. Analysts see strong growth as institutional interest rises amid shifting regional crypto regulations.
06:59am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
The U.S. and EU avoid a trade war with a new deal featuring a 15% tariff on most EU imports, down from the threatened 30%. The pact includes massive EU energy and military purchases, signaling cautious optimism amid ongoing trade tensions.
06:50am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
Oxford BioMedica's H1 2025 revenue surged 38-44% to £70-73M, with a strong £165M contracted pipeline. Expansion in the UK, US, and France boosts capacity. Shares trade at £3.83; RBC targets £5.66, signaling 50% upside.
06:07am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
Tesla inks $16.5B deal with Samsung to produce AI6 chips at new Texas fab, boosting Samsung's foundry prospects and securing Tesla's future chip supply for AI and autonomous driving. Samsung shares jump 6% post-announcement.
06:05am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
Heineken welcomes the new EU-US trade deal that removes a 30% tariff on its exports, boosting profits despite mixed European markets. The brewer is considering supply chain shifts amid ongoing trade tensions.
05:13am, Monday, Jul 28, 2025
GCP Infrastructure Investments reports a steady Q2 NAV of 102.14p with net debt sharply down to £10M. Trading at a 22% discount and offering a 9% yield, its £150M disposal plan and power price risks keep outlook cautious but promising.
05:50am, Friday, Jul 25, 2025
UBS stays neutral on U.K. stocks amid shrinking earnings and currency pressures, forecasting a 3% earnings drop in 2024 and slow recovery from 2025. FTSE 100 targets 8,500 by year-end, with dividends as key income amid market uncertainties.
04:15am, Friday, Jul 25, 2025
Sanofi's Sarclisa gains EU approval for first-line use in stem cell transplant-eligible multiple myeloma patients, expanding its market potential and enhancing treatment options. This boosts Sanofi's oncology prospects and market position in Europe.
04:12am, Friday, Jul 25, 2025
Intel (INTC) shares dropped nearly 6% after a gloomy Q3 forecast and plans to cut 22% of its workforce by year-end, signaling deep restructuring amid fierce competition in semiconductors and challenges in regaining market momentum.
04:11am, Friday, Jul 25, 2025
Puma (PMMAF) shares plummeted 18% after cutting 2025 sales outlook and flagging a full-year loss. Weak retro sneaker demand, rising U.S. tariffs, and missed forecasts weigh heavily as new leadership faces tough turnaround ahead.
04:09am, Friday, Jul 25, 2025
Remy Cointreau (EPA: RCOP) posted 5.7% sales growth in Q1 2025, beating forecasts, and upgraded its profit outlook despite tariff challenges in the U.S. and China. Cognac sales rose 1.3%, signaling potential stabilization for the French spirits maker.
04:04am, Friday, Jul 25, 2025
Volkswagen reports a €1.3B tariff hit, cutting full-year profit margin forecast to 4-5% and sales growth to flat. U.S. tariffs and EV costs pressure earnings, with shares down 3.5%. VW seeks trade relief as market headwinds persist.
02:01am, Friday, Jul 25, 2025
Deutsche Bank's Q2 net profit soared 1.485B euros, beating estimates and lifting shares 6%. Strong trading and cost control offset weaker advisory fees and FX headwinds. Investors eye its solid capital and resilience amid geopolitical risks.
09:27am, Thursday, Jul 24, 2025
Dow Inc (NYSE: DOW) reported a Q2 adjusted loss of 42¢ vs. expected 17¢, cut its dividend by 50%, and saw sales drop 9% in key segments amid rising costs and weak demand, sending shares down 7% premarket. Chemicals sector faces ongoing pressure.
09:26am, Thursday, Jul 24, 2025
Honeywell (HON) beats Q2 estimates with aerospace sales up 10.7%, boosting 2025 EPS to $10.45-$10.65 and revenue to $40.8-$41.3B. Aerospace leads growth; automation struggles as company preps segment spin-off.
08:25am, Thursday, Jul 24, 2025
BP reports leaks with organic chlorides in several oil tanks at its Ceyhan terminal in Turkey. Despite concerns, export flows via the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline continue uninterrupted, highlighting operational risks in a key oil route.
08:20am, Thursday, Jul 24, 2025
Nestle warns of more price hikes amid soaring coffee, cocoa costs and U.S. tariffs squeezing margins. Despite 2.9% organic sales growth, shares fell 5%. CEO Freixe focuses on core brands as cost pressures intensify into 2025.
08:14am, Thursday, Jul 24, 2025
Lazard (NYSE: LAZ) Q2 profits rose 11%, driven by a 21% jump in advisory revenue amid a rebound in global M&A. Asset management saw $677M net inflows, hinting at a turnaround after past outflows. Strong client activity boosts confidence across the board.
07:50am, Thursday, Jul 24, 2025
Valero Energy (NYSE: VLO) reported Q2 net income of $714M, down from $880M, impacted by lower crude throughput and a $79M loss in its renewable diesel segment, signaling challenges in refining and renewable fuel growth despite rising crude prices.
07:40am, Thursday, Jul 24, 2025
JPMorgan, Barclays, and Schwab reveal retail investors now dominate market moves, driving volatility and volume with momentum trading and social media influence, reshaping Wall Street's landscape and challenging traditional market dynamics.
07:08am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
The UK and Turkey signed an MoU for up to 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets, a potential multibillion-dollar deal benefiting BAE Systems, Airbus, and Leonardo. This move could impact defense stocks amid regional geopolitical tensions.
07:07am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Japan plans to boost U.S. car sales by leveraging Toyota and Nissan's dealer networks, promoting American-made vehicles locally. This strategy aims to rebalance trade and strengthen ties amid the new Japan-U.S. trade agreement, impacting the auto market.
07:06am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
CapVest Partners is in talks to acquire a controlling stake in German pharma firm Stada Arzneimittel, valuing the company near €10B. Stada's owners Bain Capital and Cinven are negotiating, with an IPO also possible as an alternative exit.
07:01am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Green hydrogen projects face delays and cutbacks as high costs and weak demand challenge emissions targets. Europe's 2030 capacity goal may hit just 30%, prolonging fossil fuel reliance and complicating the clean energy transition.
06:53am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Intel (INTC) shifts focus to chip contract manufacturing, aiming to rival TSMC and Samsung amid mixed earnings. The success of its foundry expansion will be crucial as it balances rising costs with demand for advanced semiconductor production.
06:51am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Boeing (BA) offers a 20% wage hike and $5K bonus to union workers ahead of a key Sunday vote, amid ramped-up fighter jet production for the US Air Force, signaling potential cost pressures amid expansion in St. Louis.
06:50am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Equinor (OTC: EQNR) took a $955M writedown on U.S. offshore wind projects due to shifting policies, lost tax credits, tariffs, and Trump-era permit halts, impacting the Empire Wind initiative and signaling challenges beyond its core oil business.
06:39am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Major U.S. food companies like Conagra, General Mills, and Kraft Heinz plan to eliminate artificial colors by 2027, driven by health concerns and FDA backing. This shift may impact costs, supply chains, and brand appeal in the food industry.
06:33am, Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025
Bitcoin steadies near $118,500 after hitting $123,000, boosted by the U.S.-Japan trade deal and new stablecoin regulations. Altcoins show modest gains as traders await the Fed's July 30 policy meeting for clearer market direction.
