The narrative surrounding Disney’s media business has taken a surprising turn in recent times. While previously the focus was on how streaming losses and other factors were dragging down the company, the second-quarter results have shown a different story. Disney’s combined streaming services – Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ – have turned a profit for the
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Super Micro Computer, once a highflier in the AI industry, experienced a significant setback as its shares tumbled by 14% in premarket trading due to a faster-than-expected contraction in gross margin. The company reported an adjusted gross margin of 11.3% for the fourth quarter, down from 17% a year earlier, which fell below analysts’ expectations
Disney’s shares dropped by about 1% despite beating analyst expectations in their quarterly results. The media giant reported earnings of $1.39 per share and revenue of $23.16 billion. Airbnb: Revenue Guidance Disappoints Airbnb shares took a hit in the premarket, falling nearly 14% due to weaker-than-expected revenue guidance for the third quarter. The company projected
SoftBank Group, a tech investment giant based in Japan, is anticipated to report a modest profit for the first quarter. However, the focus is on whether the company will announce a major share buyback program amidst market turbulence and investor pressure. Investors have been urging SoftBank to consider a share buyback due to the significant
In an era where many banks are reducing their physical presence, JPMorgan Chase is taking a different approach by expanding its brick-and-mortar footprint. The firm, led by Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon, is on a mission to reach more Americans in smaller cities and towns by opening new branches in less densely populated areas. This
The U.S. stock index futures took a significant hit in evening trading on Sunday due to concerns surrounding an economic slowdown. This was further compounded by profit-taking in the technology sector, leading to a decline in major indices. S&P 500 Futures dipped by 0.9% to 5,329.0 points, and Nasdaq 100 Futures saw a 1.4% drop
In a season marked by restrained consumer spending, one company in particular – Chinese toy company, Pop Mart – has stood out with impressive double-digit growth figures in the first half of the year. Providing a refreshing perspective in an otherwise gloomy economic climate, Pop Mart recently announced that it anticipates a revenue increase of
In the last quarter, Berkshire Hathaway’s cash pile swelled to a record $276.9 billion, marking a significant increase from the previous record of $189 billion set in the first quarter of 2024. This surge came as Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, sold off large portions of stock holdings, including a significant portion of his
Five9, a prominent cloud software company specializing in contact center solutions, has recently faced challenges in maintaining its growth trajectory. With a slowdown in revenue growth from 40% in 2021 to 17% last year, investors are becoming increasingly concerned about the company’s ability to sustain its competitive edge in the market. This deceleration in growth
The film industry has faced some tough challenges in recent times, with Marcus Theatres being no exception. While CEO Greg Marcus noted that there weren’t fewer films in the first half of the year, there was a lack of tentpole movies that are essential for driving audience numbers. The lack of a “normal slate” of
Hershey’s stock saw a significant drop of 7% in premarket trading after the company’s second-quarter results fell short of analyst expectations. Despite earning $1.27 per share on revenue of $2.07 billion, the company missed the projected profit of $1.43 per share on revenue of $2.31 billion. This decline was attributed to consumers pulling back on
Moderna, a prominent biotech company, recently reported second-quarter revenue that exceeded expectations. However, the company decided to reduce its full-year sales guidance due to various factors such as lower expected sales in Europe, a competitive environment for respiratory vaccines in the U.S., and the potential for deferred international revenue into 2025. The company now anticipates
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has been investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) with hopes of driving revenue growth in the future. The company’s CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, has been vocal about the positive impact AI has had on Meta’s performance in the digital advertising market. With the recent second-quarter earnings report showing better-than-expected results, it’s
German airline Lufthansa is facing a challenging third quarter, with expectations of lower earnings due to falling yields and increasing unit costs. The aviation industry in Europe is experiencing a flattening demand, leading to setbacks for airlines dealing with rising costs and limited availability of aircraft. Airfares in both Europe and Asia have plateaued or