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
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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
The Bank of Japan is facing a challenging decision-making process regarding interest rates amidst market volatility. Deputy Governor, Shinichi Uchida, has emphasized the importance of stability in financial markets before considering any rate hikes. This contrasts with Governor Kazuo Ueda’s recent hawkish comments on the possibility of increasing borrowing costs. Uchida’s remarks have sparked a
In the volatile world of the stock market, certain companies managed to stand out from the crowd and make significant gains during midday trading. One such company is Kenvue, the maker of Band-Aid bandages, which saw a substantial rally of 14% after exceeding analysts’ expectations for the second quarter. This success was driven by impressive
SunPower, once a prominent player in the rooftop solar installation industry, has now filed for bankruptcy. The company has faced a myriad of challenges, ranging from high interest rates to allegations of misconduct in its reporting practices. As a result, SunPower’s stock has plummeted by 90% this year, with a drastic 32% drop to 55
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
The recent ruling by a federal U.S. judge that Google has unlawfully maintained a monopoly in the search and text advertising markets has far-reaching implications for the tech industry. The court’s decision, which found Google in violation of Section 2 of the Sherman Act, marks a significant step in holding tech companies accountable for anticompetitive
The U.S. markets opened on a somber note on Monday, with tech’s megacap companies experiencing a massive loss of about $1 trillion in market cap. This downturn deepened a downward spiral that had already sent the Nasdaq into correction territory the previous week. Nvidia, one of the leading chipmakers, saw more than $300 billion wiped
The cryptocurrency market experienced significant volatility as Bitcoin dropped below $50,000 for the first time since February. This led to a ripple effect on bitcoin-related companies, with names like Robinhood, MicroStrategy, Coinbase, and Marathon Digital all facing losses. Robinhood plummeted more than 10%, while MicroStrategy plunged more than 8%. This highlights how closely tied these
The widening of U.S. junk bond spreads over yields on risk-free Treasuries on Monday indicated that financial markets were perceiving more risk. This came after the biggest daily point surge since March 2023, with stocks seeing a sharp decline as investors sought the safety of U.S. government debt. The ICE/BofA U.S. high yield index option
Warren Buffett, the renowned investor, made a bold move recently by cutting his significant stake in Apple by half. This decision sent shockwaves through the investment community and resulted in a major drop in Apple’s stock price. Berkshire Hathaway, the conglomerate owned by Buffett, disclosed in its earnings filing that the value of its Apple
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
Mars, the family-owned food giant well-known for its candy brands like M&M’s and Snickers, is reportedly considering the acquisition of Kellanova. Kellanova, the maker of popular snacks such as Cheez-It and Pringles, has a market value of $22 billion, making it an attractive target for Mars. While Kellanova’s stock has seen a 20% increase since
One of the top stock picks recommended by Wall Street analysts is Google parent Alphabet (GOOGL). This tech giant recently reported its second-quarter results, revealing the strength in its Search and Cloud businesses. However, the growth in YouTube advertising revenue slowed down in the quarter and missed analysts’ expectations. Despite this, BMO Capital analyst Brian