The past week has been a tumultuous one for the software and enterprise tech industry. With Salesforce executives revealing that deals are getting delayed, Dell experiencing shrinking margins, and Okta facing macroeconomic challenges, it was clear that the sector was in for a rough ride. Veeva’s CEO also highlighted the competition posed by generative artificial
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The Russian government’s decision to soften requirements for mandatory sales of foreign currency for exporters has raised questions about the efficacy of capital controls in the country. President Vladimir Putin signed a decree in October mandating the reintroduction of capital controls to prop up the rouble and address capital outflows. However, the recent changes to
Dell Technologies saw its stock slide more than 16% after executives warned investors about further margin pressure in the coming years. While the company posted a first-quarter earnings beat on both the top and bottom line, the forecast of a roughly 150 basis point reduction in gross margin by 2025 caused concern among shareholders. On
The Food and Drug Administration has given its approval for Moderna’s vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus for adults aged 60 and older. This marks the company’s second product to enter the U.S. market, providing Moderna with a much-needed revenue stream as demand for its Covid jab declines. The decision to approve Moderna’s shot was based
Dell Technologies experienced a significant drop in share price, with shares falling more than 16% following the release of the company’s fiscal first-quarter results. Despite beating analysts’ expectations, investors were discouraged by Dell’s lower-than-expected artificial intelligence server backlog and the anticipated decline in margins. The stock market’s negative reaction to these news highlights the underlying
Morgan Stanley’s analysts recently increased their price targets on Toyota and Honda, with Honda specifically highlighted as their top choice among Japanese automakers due to improved profitability prospects and sustained shareholder returns. This strategic move is based on the idea that Honda’s profitability is expected to shine brighter in the coming days with a broader
China’s manufacturing activity took an unexpected hit in May, raising concerns about the need for additional stimulus to revive the economy. The official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) fell to 49.5 in May from 50.4 in April, falling below the 50-mark that separates growth from contraction. This disappointing result was also below analysts’ forecast of
In April, signed sales contracts on existing homes experienced a significant drop of 7.7% compared to March, marking the slowest pace since April 2020. This decline, reported by the National Association of Realtors, came as a surprise to many industry experts who anticipated flat sales compared to the previous month. The decrease in pending sales,
The recent market activity has taken a toll on Salesforce, with shares plummeting over 14% after missing first-quarter revenue estimates. The company did manage to surpass adjusted earnings expectations, but its current-quarter guidance fell short on both top and bottom lines. This drop signifies the importance of meeting revenue projections in maintaining investor confidence. UiPath
Dick’s Sporting Goods reported a solid first quarter with substantial growth in comparable sales. The company exceeded analyst expectations, with earnings per share of $3.30 compared to an expected $2.95, and revenue of $3.02 billion versus an anticipated $2.94 billion. This strong performance led to a 5.3% increase in comparable sales, driven by higher transaction
American Airlines recently announced a significant cut to its sales outlook, indicating a challenging road ahead for the company. The airline giant now expects unit revenues to plummet by as much as 6% in the second quarter compared to the previous year, a stark contrast from the initial forecast of a decline of no more
Robinhood’s decision to initiate a $1 billion share repurchase program is certainly a bold move. The market’s positive reaction with a 4.5% increase in after-hours trading indicates that investors are optimistic about the company’s future. However, the extended timeline of two to three years for the execution of the program starting in the third quarter
GameStop, a video game retailer, saw a significant increase in its shares by almost 23% after announcing that it made approximately $933 million from a stock sale. Gambling Stocks DraftKings and U.S.-traded shares of FanDuel parent company Flutter Entertainment experienced a decline of 10% and 7% respectively. This drop was attributed to the Illinois Senate
Porsche, known for its iconic sports cars, has once again raised the bar with the introduction of the 2025 911 Carrera GTS hybrid. Priced at $164,900, this production hybrid version of the beloved 911 marks a significant milestone for the German automaker. As the automotive industry continues to shift towards electrification and stricter fuel economy