Oracle, a leading software maker, saw its shares spike by more than 12% to reach an all-time high following the announcement of cloud deals with Google and OpenAI. The database management company revealed plans to bring its database to Google’s cloud in November, as well as partnering with Microsoft and OpenAI to provide supplemental computing capacity. Despite disappointing fourth-quarter results that fell short of Wall Street expectations, investors remained bullish on Oracle’s future prospects.
Apple, the tech giant known for its iPhone products, continued its upward trajectory with a 4% increase in share price, briefly surpassing Microsoft in market value. This latest surge came on the heels of a 7.3% jump after Apple unveiled its artificial intelligence plans known as Apple Intelligence during its developers conference. The company’s innovative approach to AI technology has garnered significant interest from investors and consumers alike.
Shares of Rentokil Initial, the parent company of Terminix, surged by 14.5% after Nelson Peltz’s Trian Partners acquired a significant stake in the pest-control provider. Trian Partners, one of Rentokil’s top 10 shareholders, expressed interest in collaborating with company leadership to enhance shareholder value through new ideas and initiatives. The market responded positively to the news, signaling confidence in Rentokil’s growth prospects.
The marketing automation stock, Klaviyo, experienced a 5.8% increase in share price following an upgrade from Barclays to overweight from equal weight. Barclays cited Klaviyo as a “rare bright spot” compared to its peers in the industry, underscoring the company’s potential for future growth and profitability. The market’s positive reception of the upgrade reflects optimism surrounding Klaviyo’s business outlook.
Semiconductor company Broadcom saw its shares rise by 2% to reach a record high ahead of its quarterly earnings results scheduled for release after the market close. With a year-to-date increase of more than 33.5%, Broadcom has captured the attention of investors seeking exposure to the booming semiconductor industry. The company’s strong performance in the market bodes well for its upcoming financial report.
Convenience store chain Casey’s General Stores witnessed a nearly 17% surge in share price following the release of earnings and revenue figures that exceeded analyst estimates. The company reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings per share of $2.34, surpassing the $1.72 expected by analysts. Additionally, revenue reached $3.6 billion, exceeding the $3.47 billion consensus estimate. Casey’s strong financial performance underscores its resilience in the competitive retail landscape.
Lennar and KB Home, two prominent homebuilders, experienced a 4% and 5.7% increase in share price, respectively, after UBS reiterated buy ratings on both companies. Despite mixed economic data and volatile mortgage rates, analyst John Lovallo expressed confidence in the companies’ prospects. While some markets may see rising existing home inventories, housing availability remains historically low, presenting opportunities for growth for Lennar and KB Home.
Fintech company Affirm witnessed a 7% spike in share price following a cooler-than-expected CPI reading for May. The non-bank loan lender has gained more than 20% in the week after news broke that its buy now, pay later loans will be integrated into Apple Pay for U.S. users on iPhones and iPads later this year. Affirm’s strategic partnership with Apple reflects the company’s commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions.
Shares of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing jumped more than 5% after Bank of America raised its price target on the chipmaker. The bank emphasized the strong investment case for Taiwan Semi, particularly in light of Apple’s recent foray into artificial intelligence. As an essential partner of the tech giant, Taiwan Semi stands to benefit from the growing demand for advanced semiconductor technology in the AI space.