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On this episode of Stock Movers:- CarMax (KMX) shares rise after comparable sales and earnings per share for the first quarter that beat consensus estimates. - Darden (DRI) share rise after the company reported comparable sales growth for the fourth quarter that topped the average analyst estimate.- Circle (CRCL) shares rise after the US Senate passed stablecoin legislation setting up regulatory rules for crypto currencies pegged to the dollar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- CarMax (KMX) shares rise 10% ahead of the bell after the used-car seller reported comparable sales and earnings per share for the first quarter that beat consensus estimates. - Shares of Darden (DRI,) the parent company of casual dining chains Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse, are up 3.3% in premarket trading after the company reported comparable sales growth for the fourth quarter that topped the average analyst estimate. The company’s board also authorized a new share repurchase program worth up to $1 billion of common stock.- Accenture (ANC) shares are down 4% in premarket trading, after the IT services company reported its third-quarter results and gave an outlook. Analysts highlighted bookings as a weak spot of the print.- Circle Internet Group (CRCL) shares are set to extend gains, rising 14% in premarket trading. The stablecoin issuer rallied almost 34% on Wednesday after the US Senate passed stablecoin legislation setting up regulatory rules for crypto currencies pegged to the dollar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - CarMax (KMX) reported earnings per share for the first quarter that beat the average analyst estimate. - Circle Internet Group (CRCL) shares are set to extend gains, rising 14% in premarket trading. The stablecoin issuer rallied almost 34% on Wednesday after the US Senate passed stablecoin legislation setting up regulatory rules for crypto currencies pegged to the dollar. - Home Depot (HD) has made an offer for GMS Inc., potentially setting off a bidding war with QXO Inc. which this week made a $5 billion offer for the building-products distributor, the Wall Street Journal reported Thursday. The offer from Home Depot, the world’s largest home-improvement retailer, is for an undetermined sum, the Journal said, citing people with knowledge of the matter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meta Platforms Inc. has finalized a multibillion-dollar investment in Scale AI and recruited the startup’s chief executive officer to join its artificial intelligence efforts — an unusual deal that signals a heightened push by the social media giant to catch up on AI development.   Meta said Thursday that it has backed Scale, without including details. The size of the investment was $14.3 billion, according to a person familiar with the matter. The deal values the startup at more than $29 billion, including the money raised, Scale said in a blog post Thursday.   As part of the investment, Scale CEO and co-founder Alexandr Wang is set to take on a new role at Meta on its AI team. Wang will join the company’s “superintelligence” unit, focused on building AI that performs as well as humans, a hypothetical advance often referred to as artificial general intelligence. Wang will stay on at Scale as a board member.   Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec discuss the move with Bloomberg Opinion Columnist Dave Lee, who wrote the following column on the matter:    (Bloomberg Opinion) -- It sounded like something that should have come from the sports desk — a $14.3 billion transfer fee for a young up-and-coming prospect as Meta Platforms Inc. looks to rebuild its team for the tough season ahead. The head coach is an under-pressure Mark Zuckerberg, and the hot talent is Alexandr Wang, 28. His company is Scale AI, and Meta is taking a 49% stake, it was confirmed last week.  Were this an acquisition, it would be the second largest in Meta’s history after its $19 billion purchase of WhatsApp in 2014. But it’s not an acquisition, so don’t call it that, even though it bears many of the hallmarks of one.  Wang is going to join Meta as a top executive tasked with running a crack team to build an AI superintelligence, sitting next to Zuckerberg at Meta’s headquarters. Other Scale AI employees will join, too, according to multiple reports. So — definitely not an acquisition, just an investment that also includes putting the the company’s top talent on Meta’s payroll. Meanwhile, Meta has been trying to poach AI talent from Google and OpenAI with the promise of “seven- to nine-figure” salaries, the New York Times reported.  In its defense, Meta is hardly a pioneer here. As Bloomberg Tech’s Jackie Davalos mentioned in her analysis, this kind of squad building is becoming a regular occurrence. Microsoft Corp. signed Inflection AI’s co-founders; Alphabet Inc. hired Character.AI’s founders; Amazon.com Inc. took on Adept AI’s chief executive officer. On none of these occasions did they acquire the actual companies. Two forces are driving this approach. The first, glaringly, is that the big companies are particularly keen to avoid being seen to be making acquisitions right now when judges are deep in consideration over whether earlier actions, such as Meta’s purchases of Instagram and WhatsApp, should be deemed illegal. For Meta, structuring the Scale AI deal as an investment means avoiding a long, turbulent timeline that would come with a buyout effort. But the second factor is what I find more interesting. Ever since the launch of ChatGPT, there’s been no shortage of soul-searching among big tech firms as to why they didn’t get there first. How could it be that the pioneering work was done outside of their campuses by individuals and companies with relative pennies compared with their R&D budgets? The reason, as evidenced by these hirings and investments, is the very nature of bigness. Now that the big tech companies are mature businesses, never has their inability to move quickly and take risks been more apparent. Does an Alexandr Wang find success at a place like Meta had he been hired as a young engineer? A company with 77,000 employees and a fierce focus on keeping Wall Street happy? One that’s run by a CEO he would likely have never been able to meet, let alone be able to influence? Startups have always had an upper hand in this way, for sure, but the low barrier to entry for those with bright AI ideas means it has never been easier to attract attention. But then what? Founders are finding themselves staring at unfathomably large data center costs to scale their businesses. When a hyperscaler like Meta comes knocking, it can look like the only sensible way forward. So the startup ecosystem may now behave like the minor leagues. Feeder clubs that are a breeding ground for talent wait in the wings of the bigger teams with the deepest pockets. The talent leaves, but the club remains. In what form isn’t quite clear, though at least investors get their money back.  The approach may seem exp

On this episode of Stock Movers:-Whitbread reported comparable sales for the first quarter of -1%. - Hays slumps as much as 20%, the most in nine years, sending the staffing firm’s shares to their lowest since October 2008. The company released an unscheduled update, saying that current tough market conditions would persist into FY26, with permanent recruitment activity levels especially weak. - European luxury stocks drop, led by Richemont and Swatch, after a report showed Swiss watch exports fell 9.5% in May, driven by US downturn following a strong month of April.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - Stablecoin issuer Circle (CRCL) shares rose as much as 9.8% on Wednesday after the US Senate passed stablecoin legislation setting up regulatory rules for crypto currencies pegged to the dollar. The stablecoin vote is the industry’s most tangible return yet on the hundreds of millions of dollars it poured into electing a crypto-friendly Congress. As of the last close, the stock has risen more than 380% from its IPO price of $31. Visa (V) and Mastercard (MA) both fell as much as 5% amid continued worries about the impact of stablecoins on the credit-card issuers. - Marvell Technology (MRVL) also rallied today. Analysts are now positive on the chip maker after first quarter earnings that came in line with expectations. Following an event focused on AI, Marvell raised its overall data center total addressable market to $94 billion by 2028, up from $75 billion. - Netflix (NFLX) is up 38% year-to-date today after an announcement that the streamer will add live television channels and shows from French broadcaster TF1, expanding Netflix's live offerings for customers in the country. French customers will be be able to watch live feeds, including sports, from TF1’s channels, and stream the broadcaster’s shows on demand from next summer, Netflix said in a statement on Wednesday. Netflix will dedicate a portion of the app to TF1 content as part of the distribution agreement.Netflix is expanding the content it offers customers and has invested in live events such as National Football League games and wrestling matches. The French partnership goes a step further, offering traditional live broadcast content such as dramas and reality television.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:Listen for comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the US market close as heard on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Scarlet Fu, Alix Steel, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec.- Coinbase (COIN) inked a deal to have the world’s second-biggest stablecoin, USDC, used as collateral in US futures trading. The cryptocurrency exchange is also expanding its payment offerings, including integrating USDC on ecommerce merchant sites. Coinbase Derivatives is partnering with clearing house Nodal Clear to work with regulators on what it expects to be the first regulated use of USDC as collateral, according to an announcement on Coinbase’s website Wednesday. Circle Internet Group Inc., of which Coinbase owns a minority stake, is the issuer behind USDC. The stablecoin — essentially a digital asset designed to hold a steady value — has a $61.5 billion market capitalization, per tracker CoinMarketCap.com. Shares rallied on the news.- Uber (UBER) shares fell as shares of Lyft after Alphabet's Waymo applied for a permit to test its robotaxis in New York City, underscoring its intent to operate in one of the largest ride-hailing markets in the US despite an absence of local regulations supporting commercially operated autonomous vehicles.The company has applied for a permit with the city’s Department of Transportation to operate its vehicles autonomously in Manhattan with a trained human specialist supervising behind the wheel, spokesperson Ethan Teicher said in a statement Wednesday.- Visa (V) and Mastercard (MA) shares both fell amid fears of increased competition from stablecoins and what it could mean for the credit card industry. after White House crypto czar David Sacks told Bloomberg Television that stablecoin legislation would cause the asset class to grow and create demand for the US dollarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Norwegian Cruise (NCLH) falls as Argus cuts on demand vulnerability-Netflix (NFLX) shares rise since they announced that they will add live television channels and shows from French broadcaster TF1, expanding the streaming platform’s live offer for customers in the country.- Circle (CRCL) shares rise after the US Senate passed stablecoin legislation setting up regulatory rules for cryptocurrencies pegged to the dollar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Marvell Technology (MRVL) shares surge with analysts positive on the chipmaker following an event focused on AI. At the event, Marvell raised its overall data center total addressable market to $94 billion by 2028, up from $75 billion.- Circle Internet Group (CRCL) shares rise after the US Senate passed stablecoin legislation setting up regulatory rules for cryptocurrencies pegged to the dollar.- Constellation Brands (STZ) shares are little changed after Citi analyst Filippo Falorni cut the target on Constellation Brands Inc. Class A to $170 from $190.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Circle Internet Group (CRCL) shares gained this morning after the US Senate passed stablecoin legislation setting up regulatory rules for cryptocurrencies pegged to the dollar. The stablecoin vote is the industry’s most tangible return yet on the hundreds of millions of dollars it poured into electing a crypto-friendly Congress. Circle is a stablecoin issuer.- Airbus (EADSY) is on the move this morning as it is targeting higher dividend payments to shareholders, raising its dividend ratio range from 30-40% to 30-50%. The company reiterated its 2025 guidance, expecting to generate over €1 billion in earnings before interest and taxes in each of its divisions by 2028. Arbus aims to deliver 820 aircraft this year, an increase from 2024 but below its pre-Covid peak of 863 planes in 2019.- Peloton (PTON) shares are rebounding after yesterday's tumble. Fitness stocks fell yesterday after a Senate bill omitted the House’s proposed provisions allowing for the use of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for certain fitness allowances. Yesterday, Peloton shares slump 11%, Planet Fitness drops 2.2%, and Xponential is down 5.4%. The House’s version of the bill “allows for gym memberships and other physical fitness activities to be paid for with HSAs, up to a limit of $500 per year for individuals and $1,000 per year for families,” KeyBanc analyst Scott Schoenhaus writes in a note.- Amazon (AMZN) is moving slightly on news that CEO Andy Jassy expects the company's workforce to decline in the next few years as it uses artificial intelligence to handle more tasks. Jassy says the company will need fewer people doing some jobs and more people doing other types of jobs, with AI expected to bring efficiency gains and reduce the total corporate workforce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - Circle Internet Group (CRCL) shares gained this morning after the US Senate passed stablecoin legislation setting up regulatory rules for cryptocurrencies pegged to the dollar. The stablecoin vote is the industry’s most tangible return yet on the hundreds of millions of dollars it poured into electing a crypto-friendly Congress. Circle is a stablecoin issuer. - Peloton (PTON) shares are rebounding after yesterday's tumble. Fitness stocks fell yesterday after a Senate bill omitted the House’s proposed provisions allowing for the use of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for certain fitness allowances. Yesterday, Peloton shares slump 11%, Planet Fitness drops 2.2%, and Xponential is down 5.4%. The House’s version of the bill “allows for gym memberships and other physical fitness activities to be paid for with HSAs, up to a limit of $500 per year for individuals and $1,000 per year for families,” KeyBanc analyst Scott Schoenhaus writes in a note. - Amazon (AMZN) is moving slightly on news that CEO Andy Jassy expects the company's workforce to decline in the next few years as it uses artificial intelligence to handle more tasks. Jassy says the company will need fewer people doing some jobs and more people doing other types of jobs, with AI expected to bring efficiency gains and reduce the total corporate workforce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Airbus shares rise as much as 2.3% after the planemaker said it was extending the upper range of its dividend payout ratio to 30-50% from the current level of 30-40%. - Gerresheimer said KPS Capital Partners is still in discussions with Warburg Pincus. Talks on a potential takeover “are open-ended,” Gerresheimer said- UBS shares fell 1.7%, the worst performer in the Stoxx 600 Financial Services Index, after Morgan Stanley cut its recommendation on the Swiss lender to underweight from equalweight, saying that new capital demands imposed by Switzerland will impact shareholder returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - JetBlue (JBLU) plans to hasten cost cuts by eliminating some flights, ending service to a number of cities and restructuring its leadership ranks as economic uncertainty feeds weaker-than-expected demand for travel, the company said in an internal memo. The carrier will eliminate underperforming routes and plans to announce network changes in coming weeks, according to the memo from Chief Executive Officer Joanna Geraghty seen by Bloomberg on Tuesday. JetBlue implemented budget reductions at support centers and is assessing hiring, spending on business partners and vendors and will combine or restructure some leadership roles. The carrier has halted cosmetic refreshes of four out of its 10 legacy Airbus A320 aircraft used for flights and will park the planes at the end of summer.“We’re hopeful demand and bookings will rebound, but even a recovery won’t fully offset the ground we’ve lost this year and our path back to profitability will take longer than we’d hoped,” Geraghty said. “That means we’re still relying on borrowed cash to keep the airline running.” - Humana (HUM) shares were up as much as 4%, the most intraday in a month, as analysts are positive on the health insurer following its investor day event where it gave updates regarding expectations for earnings growth through 2028. KeyBanc Capital Markets says the investor day provided “a clear picture” of the earnings power of the business and how the company plans to unlock margins by 2028. - Solar stocks, like Sunrun (RUN), SolarEdge (SEDG) and Enphase (ENPH) fell sharply after Senate Republicans released a bill that would end clean energy tax credits earlier than expected, dashing hopes that major cuts passed by the House wouldn’t stick. The new version of the bill released by the Senate Finance Committee would end incentives for wind and solar in 2028. Tax breaks for other sources of power, such as nuclear, hydropower and geothermal, would be allowed to remain until being phased out in 2036, according to a summary of the legislation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: Listen for comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the US market close as heard on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Scarlet Fu, Alix Steel, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. - Jabil (JBL) shares are up 2.9% in premarket trading, after the manufacturing services company reported third-quarter results that beat expectations and raised its full-year forecast.JPMorgan writes that the report shows “robust revenue trends,” which “was primarily driven by the Intelligent Infrastructure segment, which we believe is led by share gains with the primary customer in Cloud compute.” The report “also highlights stable or positive trends across cyclical end markets, with Regulated Industries and Connected Living & Digital Commerce tracking in line with better than prior guide, and will be a pleasant surprise for investors relative to the general pessimism relative to the macro.” - Fluence Energy (FLNC) shares climbed as much as 19%, the most intraday in over a month, after the Senate Finance Committee released its version of a budget reconciliation bill that JPMorgan analysts believe is positive for energy storage firms.“Energy storage is exempt from the phase-down, meaning that full credits would remain in place as written in current law,” JPMorgan analyst Mark Strouse writes. The tax bill did phase down tax credits for solars, which is weighing on the shares on Tuesday. - Verve Therapeutics (VERV) shares soared 82% in premarket trading after the Financial Times reported that Eli Lilly is in advanced talks to buy the gene-editing startup for as much as $1.3 billion. Shares in Eli Lilly edge lower, falling 1.1%. The deal could be announced as soon as this week, FT reported.BMO Capital Markets analyst Evan David Seigerman is cautious on potential acquisition of Verve by Lilly, as he would “question the ultimate commercial viability of gene editing for primary care conditions.” Verve shares closed at $6.3 in New York on Monday; up 11% year-to-date.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stock Movers: - JetBlue (JBLU) plans to hasten cost cuts by eliminating some flights, ending service to a number of cities and restructuring its leadership ranks as economic uncertainty feeds weaker-than-expected demand for travel, the company said in an internal memo. The carrier will eliminate underperforming routes and plans to announce network changes in coming weeks, according to the memo from Chief Executive Officer Joanna Geraghty seen by Bloomberg on Tuesday.JetBlue implemented budget reductions at support centers and is assessing hiring, spending on business partners and vendors and will combine or restructure some leadership roles. The carrier has halted cosmetic refreshes of four out of its 10 legacy Airbus A320 aircraft used for flights and will park the planes at the end of summer. Shares initially rallied before paring gains. - Solar stocks, like Sunrun (RUN), SolarEdge (SEDG) and Enphase (ENPH) fell sharply after Senate Republicans released a bill that would end clean energy tax credits earlier than expected, dashing hopes that major cuts passed by the House wouldn’t stick. The new version of the bill released by the Senate Finance Committee would end incentives for wind and solar in 2028. Tax breaks for other sources of power, such as nuclear, hydropower and geothermal, would be allowed to remain until being phased out in 2036, according to a summary of the legislation. - Surgery Partners (SGRY) shares tumbled as much as 14%, the most intraday since November 2024, after the company turned down a buyout proposal from Bain Capital, with its independent committee concluding that its long-term value as a standalone public company outweighs Bain’s offer. The company also reaffirmed its revenue forecast for the full year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- JetBlue (JBLU) shares are lower on plans to accelerate its cost reductions by eliminating some flights, pausing retrofits and parking some jets due to weaker-than-expected demand for travel. This is according to an internal memo, which CNBC reported on earlier. - Lennar (LEN) shares rise after a miss on the homebuilder’s new orders outlook was tempered by better-than-expected gross margins, which RBC Capital Markets said should reassure investors. - Surgery Partners (SGRY) shares slide after the company turned down a buyout proposal from Bain Capital, with its independent committee concluding that its long-term value as a standalone public company outweighs Bain’s offer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Enphase (ENPH) shares drop in the biggest one-day drop since September 2016. Shares of US solar companies fell sharply after Senate Republicans released a bill that would end clean energy tax credits earlier than expected.- T-Mobile (TMUS) shares fall after Softbank sold T-Mobile stake for $4.8 billion. It's the biggest US share sale since TD Bank sold a $13.1 billion stake in Charles Schwab in February. The sale will help fund Softbank's plans to ramp up investments in AI, including plans to put down as much as $30 billion in OpenAI.- JetBlue(JBLU) shares are lower on plans to accelerate its cost reductions by eliminating some flights, pausing retrofits and parking some jets due to weaker-than-expected demand for travel. This is according to an internal memo, which CNBC reported on earlier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Lennar (LEN) is edging higher after a miss on the homebuilder’s new orders outlook was tempered by better-than-expected gross margins, which RBC Capital Markets said should reassure investors. Analysts including Mike Dahl say Lennar’s results came in better than feared on gross margin percentage with orders modestly missing, while the guide for a flat quarter-on-quarter gross margin percentage also surprised on the upside. Lennar’s second-quarter adjusted earning per share missed consensus estimates with higher selling, general, and administrative expenses and lower average selling price, but gross margins in-line, write analysts including Matthew Bouley of Barclays.- Sunrun (RUN) shares are sinking in the premarket. It comes as KeyBanc Capital Markets analyst Sophie Karp cut the recommendation on Sunrun Inc. to underweight from sector weight. Investors who followed Karp's recommendation received a 0% return in the past year, compared with a negative 27% return on the shares.- Verve Therapeutics (VERV) is soaring following a Financial Times report that Eli Lilly is reportedly in advanced talks to buy the gene-editing startup for as much as $1.3 billion. Eli Lilly (LLY) is lower on M&A news. Eli Lilly would pay almost $1 billion upfront and another $300 million based on Verve reaching clinical milestones, according to FT.- T-Mobile (TMUS) is sliding this morning after a report that SoftBank raised around $4.8 billion through a sale of 21.5 million T-Mobile US Inc. shares at $224 each. The deal represents a 3% discount to T-Mobile US's Monday closing price of $230.99 per share and is the biggest US share sale since February.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Lockheed Martin (LTM) is leading defense stocks higher this morning amid growing tensions in the Middle East. The conflict between Israel and Iran continues, with both sides exchanging strikes, and Trump has not ruled out further talks or sending a high-level official to meet with Iran. - Conoco Phillips (COP) is higher this morning along with other energy stocks amid the Israel-Iran conflict. The situation remains volatile, with global markets still fearful of the war spreading to other countries in the oil- and gas-producing region, and the US deploying an aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East ahead of schedule. The risk of oil-driven price pressures adds to the uncertainty facing central banks, with Federal Reserve officials signaling a prolonged pause in interest rates and investors watching for clues about what could eventually prompt a policy move. - Eli Lilly (LLY) is lower on M&A news that the company is looking to buy Verve Therapeutics, according to a report from the Financial Times. Eli Lilly is reportedly in advanced talks to buy the gene-editing startup for as much as $1.3 billion. Eli Lilly would pay almost $1 billion upfront and another $300 million based on Verve reaching clinical milestones, according to FT. - T-Mobile (TMUS) is sliding this morning after a report that SoftBank raised around $4.8 billion through a sale of 21.5 million T-Mobile US Inc. shares at $224 each. The deal represents a 3% discount to T-Mobile US's Monday closing price of $230.99 per share and is the biggest US share sale since February.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - Banco Sabadell is considering a sale of its UK unit TSB, the latest twist in a year-long effort to defend itself against a takeover by rival BBVA .- Clean energy stocks including Vestas and Orsted fall in Europe after US Senate Republicans released a bill that would end tax credits for wind and solar earlier than for other sources, and make only modest changes to most other incentives. - An Apollo Global Management Inc. investment vehicle sold its entire 21.3% stake in Italian betting firm Lottomatica Group Spa on Monday, leading a €2.3 billion ($2.7 billion) wave of European block trades as investors capitalized on the market’s bounce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stock Movers: - Coty (COTY) climbed after Women’s Wear Daily reports that the beauty company is looking for buyers. Citi analyst Filippo Falorni writes: “we acknowledge the possibility of M&A, especially given COTY’s valuation, progress on debt deleverage over the last several years with the potential for value unlock from the sale of its Wella stake” - MGM (MGM) Resorts shares gained, as well as shares in Entain, after BetMGM, the sports betting platform the two companies jointly own, raised its full-year guidance.  - Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares fell on word that a deal between the US and China on rare earths wouldn't include Lockheed Martin's F-35 planes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:  Listen for comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the US market close as heard on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Scarlet Fu, Alix Steel, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec.- AMD (AMD) shares jumps as much as 10% amid a broad rally in semiconductor stocks as Piper Sandler said products unveiled last week were positive and expects a "snapback" for the GPU business this year.- Warner Bros. (WBD) shares rose on the word it won enough support from creditors to overhaul its debt as part of a plan to split into two separate companies, a significant victory for the entertainment giant as it tries to turn itself around. The company said last week that it’s dividing into two separate corporations, one focusing on streaming and movie studios, and the other on cable television channels. As part of that division, it said it’s looking to buy back some $14.6 billion of bonds, and to switch the terms on remaining debt to give it more flexibility to shift around assets in the future, among other changes.- Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares slumped on the day after a report that its F-35 planes wouldn't be included in a rare earths deal between the US and China. After the closing bell, the defense firm named Craig Martell its new chief technology officer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stock Movers:- Boeing (BA) shares are higher after the planemaker said it’s made more progress in the past four to five months on the long-delayed new presidential aircraft than at any point in the last four years as it identifies ways to streamline the complex program. “As we go forward, we have been able to see our way through some of these requirements that were just physically impossible to do,” Steve Parker, the interim head of Boeing’s defense business, told journalists at the Paris Air Show on Monday. “We’re just making really, really good progress.” The pair of new Air Force One jets have suffered cost overruns and delays because of the complexities associated with building an aircraft that needs to perform secure missions, withstand possible missile attacks and function as a de-facto White House in the sky.- Roku (ROKU) shares jumped after the company announced a partnership with Amazon Ads, saying that advertisers will now have access to more than 80% of US households with connected TV though the Amazon DSP marketing tool. The partnership “enhances addressability” across services including the Roku Channel, Prime Video and other companies’ streaming platforms, according to the statement announcing the move.- American Express (AXP) shares are up after it teased updates coming later this year to its travel-focused Platinum credit cards, announcing what it called its “largest investment ever” in a credit-card refresh. “We’re going to take these cards to a new level, not only in what they offer in travel, dining and lifestyle benefits, but also in how they look and feel,” Howard Grosfield, Amex’s group president for US consumer services, said in a statement Monday. Amex raised its Platinum card annual fee to $695 in July 2021, when it also added $200 in annual hotel credits. Since then, the New York-based company has faced intensifying competition for premium credit-card customers, including from JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s Sapphire Reserve card and Capital One Financial Corp.’s Venture X Rewards card. The Amex update will apply to both the US consumer and business Platinum cards, the company said. It didn’t provide more specifics on what changes are coming.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- ConocoPhilips (COP) shares fall after the Wall Street Journal reported earlier that Iran has signaled it wanted to de-escalate hostilities with Israel.Meanwhile Reuters is reporting Iran is seeking for President Trump to press Israel for an immediate ceasefire and is offering flexibility in nuclear talks.- AMD (AMD) shares rise after Piper Sandler raised the price target to $140 from $125. It's a 21% increase from the current price. Analysts said products unveiled last week were positive and expects a “snapback” for the graphics processing unit business in the fourth quarter. - Meta (META) shares gain after news that Whatsapp will show ads in the Updates tab, which gets 1.5 billion visitors per day, according to Meta. WhatsApp will also let Channel operators sell subscriptions, meaning they can create special messages just for a group of paying customers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- T-Mobile (TMUS) shares fall after news that President Donald Trump is launching a Trump-branded mobile phone service, that will rely on wireless networks and hardware that is “made in America.”- MGM (MGM) shares rise after sports betting joint venture BetMGM raised its net revenue and Ebitda guidance for fiscal year 2025, following strong second-quarter trading.- Incyte (INCY) shares gain after the drugmaker gave clinical data from two trials of its experimental therapy to treat a blood disorder, which is impressing Wall Street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- EchoStar (SATS) is soaring this morning as President Trump urges the company to make a deal with the FCC for its wireless spectrum licenses. The president met with EchoStar Chairman Charlie Ergen and Carr at the White House, encouraging them to work together and reach a deal. The FCC is investigating whether EchoStar is meeting obligations for its wireless and satellite spectrum rights, and the company has been skipping bond coupon payments and considering filing for bankruptcy.- US Steel (X) is rallying today as Nippon Steel secured approval from President Trump to purchase United States Steel Corp. for $14.1 billion, its biggest ever overseas bet. The deal comes with significant concessions to the US government, including a "golden share" that gives Washington a say in major decisions and control over some board seats, and a promise to invest $14 billion over the coming years.- Roche (RHHBY) is slightly down, but its partner Sarpeta Therapeutics (SRPT) is plunging on news that a second patient has died of acute liver failure while being treated with Sarepta Therapeutics Inc.'s gene therapy for a rare muscle disorder, following a similar death three months prior. The development has cast a pall over Sarpeta's most important drug and will intensify scrutiny on the FDA over its decision to approve it, despite a lack of data showing it slows overall progression of the disease.- Victoria's Secret (VSCO) is up on news Barington Capital Group has built a stake in Victoria's Secret & Co. and plans to urge changes to its board and strategy. The company is under pressure to grow sales amid new competition, and its shares have declined 56% this year through Friday. The company has faced challenges, including tariffs, weakening consumer spending, and a security incident that took its e-commerce operation offline, affecting its goal to regain dominance in bras.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - Marathon Petroleum (MPC) is higher this morning as it beats out oil giants like Chevron and Exxon, as companies with more exposure to the United States share picture are gaining. The conflict between Israel and Iran has caused damage to the US consulate in Tel Aviv, and has led to a rise in global energy prices, with Brent crude gaining 5.5% in Asia trading on Monday. - Palantir (PLTR) shares are higher today as defensive plays rally in a market concerned about geopolitical risk. Investors are worried about inflation and geopolitical risks, which could propel yields higher, but companies considered defensive stocks are rallying. Hostilities between Israel and Iran have entered a fourth day, with no sign of easing.  - US Steel (X) is rallying today as Nippon Steel secured approval from President Trump to purchase United States Steel Corp. for $14.1 billion, its biggest ever overseas bet. The deal comes with significant concessions to the US government, including a "golden share" that gives Washington a say in major decisions and control over some board seats, and a promise to invest $14 billion over the coming years. - Newmont Corp. (NEM) is a downside mover this morning as gold prices drop after a big rally Friday amid heightened global tensions. In the premarket this morning, the S&P 500 contracts rose 0.5% as dip-buyers moved in, while European and Asian stocks also advanced, and gold slipped 0.5% from an all-time high.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - Halliburton (HAL), along with shares in several energy and oil companies, rose toward the end of the week on heightened tensions in the Middle East. Iran fired hundreds of ballistic missiles against Israel following an unprecedented direct attack on its nuclear facilities, ramping up a conflict between sworn enemies that threatens to engulf the Middle East and disrupt global oil supplies. Multiple waves of missiles targeting Israeli cities amount to the most forceful step yet by Tehran since Israel’s overnight raids killed top Iranian generals and badly damaged key military infrastructure. Israel said it identified missiles launched from the Islamic Republic and reported explosions from interceptions and falling debris from incoming projectiles. There was dramatic video footage of at least one large explosion in Tel Aviv, and reports of explosions over Jerusalem. - Smuckers (SJM) declined the most in nearly four decades after saying US tariffs increasing costs in its coffee business will hurt profit, continuing a challenging run for the biggest US packaged food producers. The company, which owns the Folgers and Cafe Bustelo coffee brands, said adjusted earnings this fiscal year will be as much as $9.50 a share. The impact of higher coffee costs and US levies reduced that forecast by roughly $1 a share, Smuckers said.Shares sank 16% on Tuesday in New York, the biggest drop in data compiled by Bloomberg that extends back to 1988. The stock had risen about 1.6% this year through Monday’s close, less than the S&P 500 Index’s gain of roughly 2%. - Oracle (ORCL) shares soared to a record high after the software maker projected a 70% gain in cloud infrastructure sales this fiscal year, giving a bullish outlook for the closely watched business. The company, long known for its database software, has been gaining traction in its effort to become a major player in the business of cloud computing — renting out computing power and storage — by targeting clients focused on artificial intelligence work. Earlier this year, it announced a joint venture dubbed Stargate to provide OpenAI with massive sums of computing power. The shares gained 13% to $199.85 at the close on Thursday in New York, marking the biggest single-day increase in a year. Oracle had already climbed 17% in the last month as investors grew more optimistic that tariffs and other geopolitical issues wouldn’t disrupt the software industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:Listen for comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the US market close as heard on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Scarlet Fu, Alix Steel, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec.- Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares of Lockheed Martin, as well as other defense stocks rose as investors reacted to rising tensions in the Middle East. Iran fired hundreds of missiles in retaliation for Israel’s airstrikes that targeted Tehran’s military and nuclear infrastructure, broadening a conflict that threatens to engulf the region and roil global markets. Israel said it identified missiles launched from the Islamic Republic and reported explosions from interceptions and falling debris from incoming projectiles. US forces are helping to intercept and shoot down the Iranian missiles, according to American and Israeli officials.- Oracle (ORCL) shares extended a two-day rally in the wake of a better-than-expected earnings report, even amid a broad selloff sparked by Israel's attack on Iran and Iran's counterstrikes.- Adobe (ADBE) shares shares fell the most in three months after the creative-software company gave a sales outlook for the current quarter that failed to calm investors who have been skeptical it can hold its own against AI-focused upstarts. Adobe has become a central focus of investors debating whether artificial intelligence tools will disrupt traditional software industry leaders. Design applications like those from Canva Inc. and image-creation tools from AI firm Midjourney Inc. have gained steam while Adobe has weaved generative AI tools through its products, including Photoshop. In February, it introduced separate subscriptions for its AI video generator, trying to compete with similar tools from rivals including OpenAI and Runway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares rise. Earlier this week, there was a report that the Department of Defense will cut its order of F-35s by half. Thursday, the Congressional Budget Office found that operating and support costs of F-35 fighter jets stabilized after a period of decline. That was in response to President Trump's order in April to review all major defense acquisition programs.- Oracle (ORCL) shares gain. The stock was raised to outperform from market perform at BMO Capital Markets, citing confidence that the software company can grow its operating income.- Visa (V) shares drop after the Wall Street Journal reported large merchants, including Walmart and Amazon.com, are exploring how to issue or use stablecoins to bypass the traditional fees of card-based systems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- United Airlines (UAL) shares fall. Inflation data this week showed Airline fares fell 2.7% in May, the fourth straight month of declines. Bloomberg Intelligence analysts note Major US airlines are below the S&P 500 this year, though United is among the leaders in that sector due to its premium-demand models.- Diamondback (FANG) shares rise. Bloomberg Intelligence analysts say Israel's strike against Iran puts focus back on a longer-term risk premium in oil prices and away from the demand concerns due to global trade tensions. - Adobe (ADBE) shares drop after 2Q results beat estimates and the company raised its full-year forecasts, but analysts remain concerned about its AI business. Bloomberg Intelligence notes on the bright side that it's results show the stickiness of creative and document products, but Jeffries points out that there may not be enough progress on the AI front to appease the bears.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Exxon (XOM) shares are higher this morning as Israel strikes Iran. Oil prices surged double digits after Israel carried out strikes against Iran, raising fears of a wider war in the region. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil chokepoint, is a key concern, with the potential for Tehran to retaliate and block the strait, and OPEC+ spare capacity potentially being challenged in such a scenario.- RTX Corp. (RTX) is higher this morning along with other defense stocks on the S&P as geopolitical tensions rise over Israel's strikes on Iran. It launched airstrikes against Iran’s nuclear program and ballistic-missile sites renewed a standoff between two adversaries that risks spiraling into a wider conflict. While the reaction was strongest in crude oil, other pockets of the market suggested that investors are watching how long the tensions will last and whether the situation escalates.- Newmont Corp. (NEM) shares are higher this morning as gold's risk premium is lifted by Israel's attack on Iran. According to Bloomberg Intelligence, Israel's attack on Iran could trigger a further jump in gold's risk premium above fair value of $100-$150 an ounce, pushing the metal beyond $3,600. Gold is expensive vs. almost every other financial yardstick and appears overvalued by $200-$700 an ounce vs. our three regression models, yet it's likely to remain a lead indicator.- Adobe (ADBE) shares are down in premarket trading on Friday, after the maker of software for creative-arts professionals reported second-quarter results that beat expectations. While it also raised its full-year forecast for some metrics, it affirmed its full-year growth forecast for annualized recurring revenue for its digital media business. Analysts said the results won’t quiet concerns over Adobe’s AI business or the impact of competition from other AI services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - Raytheon (RTX) is higher this morning along with other defense stocks on the S&P as geopolitical tensions rise over Israel's strikes on Iran. It launched airstrikes against Iran’s nuclear program and ballistic-missile sites renewed a standoff between two adversaries that risks spiraling into a wider conflict. While the reaction was strongest in crude oil, other pockets of the market suggested that investors are watching how long the tensions will last and whether the situation escalates. - Chevron (CVX) shares are higher this morning as Israel strikes Iran. Oil prices surged double digits after Israel carried out strikes against Iran, raising fears of a wider war in the region. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil chokepoint, is a key concern, with the potential for Tehran to retaliate and block the strait, and OPEC+ spare capacity potentially being challenged in such a scenario. - Newmont Corp. (NEM) shares are higher this morning as gold's risk premium is lifted by Israel's attack on Iran. According to Bloomberg Intelligence, Israel's attack on Iran could trigger a further jump in gold's risk premium above fair value of $100-$150 an ounce, pushing the metal beyond $3,600. Gold is expensive vs. almost every other financial yardstick and appears overvalued by $200-$700 an ounce vs. our three regression models, yet it's likely to remain a lead indicator. - US Steel (X) shares are lower in premarket trading after Nikkei reported that Nippon Steel’s planned takeover of the US company may not proceed if the Japanese company has insufficient freedom of management. Nippon Steel continues to seek condition that US steel becomes wholly owned, Nikkei reported citing an unidentified executiveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers: - Defense plays and shippers are gaining, as Israel Defense Forces said Iran launched more than 100 drones.  - European airlines are the worst performing European sector Friday after Israel mounted waves of airstrikes against Iran. - Energy stocks are being lifted by a surge in oil prices following ongoing Middle-East tensions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:Listen for comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the US market close as heard on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Scarlet Fu, Alix Steel, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec.- Oracle (ORCL) shares soared to a record high after the software maker projected a 70% gain in cloud infrastructure sales this fiscal year, giving a bullish outlook for the closely watched business. The company, long known for its database software, has been gaining traction in its effort to become a major player in the business of cloud computing — renting out computing power and storage — by targeting clients focused on artificial intelligence work. Earlier this year, it announced a joint venture dubbed Stargate to provide OpenAI with massive sums of computing power.- Boeing (BA) as investors digested the news that of the Boeing plane that crashed in India. The Air India flight was bound for London, and the crash killed all but one of the 242 people on board the Boeing Dreamliner, making it the deadliest aviation accident in more than a decade. The airline confirmed that 241 of those on the London-bound flight had died. The sole survivor is being treated in a hospital, the carrier said. Officials earlier said that emergency responders had recovered more than 200 bodies at the crash site, though they didn’t immediately say how many were passengers, crew or area residents. They said the toll could rise as emergency workers comb through the wreckage.- GameStop (GME) the largest standalone video-game retailer in the US, will focus on growing its trading card business, Chief Executive Officer Ryan Cohen said at the company’s annual shareholder meeting Thursday. The business of Pokémon and sports trading cards “is in line with our heritage,” Cohen said. “It fits our trade-in model, it appeals to our core customer base and it’s deeply embedded in physical retail.” GameStop investors have seen some dramatic share price swings since Cohen, the founder of online pet product retailer Chewy Inc., became chairman in 2021. The shares dropped more than 20% on Thursday after the company announced a $1.75 billion bond sale. The proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including investments and potential acquisitions, the company said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stock Movers:- Oracle (ORCL) shares soared to a record high after the software maker projected a 70% gain in cloud infrastructure sales this fiscal year, giving a bullish outlook for the closely watched business. The company, long known for its database software, has been gaining traction in its effort to become a major player in the business of cloud computing — renting out computing power and storage — by targeting clients focused on artificial intelligence work. Earlier this year, it announced a joint venture dubbed Stargate to provide OpenAI with massive sums of computing power.- Boeing (BA) shares slump after an Air India flight bound for London crashed Thursday, killing all but one of the 242 people on board the Boeing Co. Dreamliner in the deadliest aviation accident in more than a decade. The airline confirmed that 241 of those on the London-bound flight had died. The sole survivor is being treated in a hospital, the carrier said.- GameStop (GME) shares tumble after the video game retailer announced plans for a $1.75 billion convertible notes offering to potentially fund its new bitcoin purchase strategy. The company also said they will focus on on growing its trading card business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stock Movers: - GameStop (GME) shares plummeted today. The company had two developments. First, GameStop is focused on growing its trading card business. That is according to CEO Ryan Cohen. The business of Pokémon and sports trading cards “is in line with our heritage,” Cohen said. “It fits our trade-in model, it appeals to our core customer base and it’s deeply embedded in physical retail.” The second development is GameStop plans to offer $1.75 billion worth of convertible bonds, which would make the video-game retailer one of the year’s biggest issuers of the equity-linked securities. - BioNTech (BNTX) agreed to buy former Covid vaccine rival CureVac NV (CVAC) for about $1.25 billion in an all-stock transaction that will boost its growing oncology business. CureVac investors will get approximately $5.46 in BioNTech shares for each CureVac one, the companies said Thursday. The price represents a 34% premium to CureVac’s closing share price on Wednesday. CureVac shareholders will own between 4% and 6% of BioNTech once the deal closes. Shares of BioNTech are flat while CureVac shares surged. - Oracle (ORCL) shares soared to a record high after the software maker projected a 70% gain in cloud infrastructure sales this fiscal year, giving a bullish outlook for the closely watched business. The company, long known for its database software, has been gaining traction in its effort to become a major player in the business of cloud computing — renting out computing power and storage — by targeting clients focused on artificial intelligence work. Earlier this year, it announced a joint venture dubbed Stargate to provide OpenAI with massive sums of computing power.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Boeing (BA) shares drop after 787 Dreamliner aircraft operated by Air India crashed shortly after taking off in Ahmedabad, with 242 passengers and crew on board, and no reports of survivors.- GameSTOP (GME) shares dip after Hardware and Accessories net sales from the video game retailer missed Wall Street’s expectations. - BioNteck (OXM) shares rose after agreeing to buy CureVac in an all-stock transaction to boost their growing oncology business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Boeing (BA) shares drop after 787 Dreamliner aircraft operated by Air India crashed shortly after taking off in Ahmedabad, with 242 passengers and crew on board, and no reports of survivors.- Oracle (ORCL) shares rose after projecting cloud infrastructure sales will jump more than 70% in the current fiscal year, boosting investor enthusiasm for the closely watched business.- Oxford Industries (OXM) shares fell after the owner of the Tommy Bahama apparel brand slashed its profit forecast for the fiscal yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Boeing (BA) shares are lower this morning as a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft operated by Air India crashed shortly after taking off in Ahmedabad, with 242 passengers and crew on board, and no reports of survivors. The crash occurred in a residential area and is considered one of the worst accidents involving the 787 Dreamliner, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling it "heartbreaking beyond words".- General Electric (GE) shares are following Boeing lower on the plane crash in India. The Boeing plane that crashed was powered by two General Electric Co. GEnx engines. GE Aerospace said in a post on X that it is assembling an emergency response team to go to India to support the investigation.- Oracle shares (ORCL) jumped today after the software company reported fourth-quarter results that beat expectations as demand for AI infrastructure remains strong. Analysts were especially positive on remaining performance obligations (RPO). The CEO said she sees “dramatically higher” revenue growth in fiscal 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Boeing (BA) shares are lower this morning as a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft operated by Air India crashed shortly after taking off in Ahmedabad, with 242 passengers and crew on board, and no reports of survivors. The crash occurred in a residential area and is considered one of the worst accidents involving the 787 Dreamliner, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling it "heartbreaking beyond words".- Airbus (AIR) shares are following Boeing lower on the plane crash in India. Boeing shares fell in premarket US trading, and the company is working to gather more information about the incident, which is the biggest commercial airline crash since 2014.- American Airlines (AAL) is trading lower as well this morning following the crash. It tends to lead other American airliners lower, including Delta (DAL) and United (UAL) this morning.- Alaska Airlines (ALK) are higher this morning as one of the few American airlines that are trending higher despite the crash. Alaska Airlines has less exposure to international flights than other American airliners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- BE Semiconductor shares soar as much as 11% to the highest levels since January, after the chip equipment maker raised its long-term revenue and margin outlook ahead of its investor day.- Airline stocks are among the worst performers in Europe, after US peers suffered sharp drops on Wednesday when data showed airfares slippping for the fourth straight month. Airlines also face the prospect of higher jet fuel costs, with crude prices up 3.6% on a two-day basis. - Tesco Plc’s sales increased more than expected as the supermarket chain sold more premium and own-brand products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stock Movers:- Oracle (ORCL) shares are up after the company projected cloud infrastructure sales will jump more than 70% in the fiscal year that began this month, boosting investor enthusiasm for the closely watched business. Oracle, long known for its database software, has been gaining in its effort to become a major player in the business of renting out computing power and storage by targeting clients focused on artificial intelligence work. Earlier this year, it announced a joint venture — dubbed Stargate — to provide OpenAI with massive sums of computing power. It has also inked customers for the cloud business, including Elon Musk’s xAI and Meta Platforms Inc. Fiscal fourth-quarter total cloud sales increased 27% to $6.7 billion, in line with estimates. Cloud infrastructure revenue increased 52% to $3 billion, the company said Wednesday in a statement.- Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares are down after the Air Force has cut in half its request to Congress for its signature F-35s, dealing a blow to Lockheed Martin Corp., the top US defense contractor. A Defense Department procurement request document sent to Capitol Hill this week asked for 24 of the planes, down from 48 that was forecast last year. The proposed cut is significant because the Air Force is the largest customer for the world’s biggest weapons program. The scaling back of the F-35 request may reflect one way the service is revising its funding for fiscal 2026 to comply with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plan to shift projected US military spending by 8% over the next five years. - Starbucks (SBUX) shares are up after CEO Brian Niccol told the Financial Times earlier about the coffee chain's possible sale of a stake in its China business has drawn “a lot of interest,” The company is searching for a partner interested in expanding the chain from around 8,000 to 20,000 stores in China. Starbucks in no rush to close a deal and aims to have a “meaningful stake” in the operationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:  Listen for comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the US market close as heard on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Scarlet Fu, Alix Steel, David Gura and Norah Mulinda. - Netflix (NFLX) shares soared today as investors like what CEO Greg Peters had to say at a conference in London. Speaking at the event, the streamer's leader said he was optimistic about Netflix's growth prospects despite President Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs on the film industry.- Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares fell as much as 7% on the news that the Air Force is cutting in half its request to Congress for F-35s. A Defense Department procurement request document sent to Capitol Hill this week asked for 24 of the planes, down from 48 that was forecast last year. The proposed cut is significant because the Air Force is the largest customer for the world’s biggest weapons program. The scaling back of the F-35 request may reflect one way the service is revising its funding for fiscal 2026 to comply with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plan to shift projected US military spending by 8% over the next five years.- Vera Bradley (VRA) shares fell as much as 24%, a record drop, after the retailer suspends guidance and announced the departure of its CEO. The pulled guidance reflects executive and board leadership changes and “significant uncertainty surrounding the consumer environment,” the company said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Tesla (TSLA) shares rise after Tesla CEO Elon Musk said he regretted some of his posts about President Donald Trump last week. The two traded barbs on social media last week after Musk criticized the Republicans' tax bill. - Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares drop after the Air Force cut its request for signature F-35s in half. That's down to 24 planes from 48 forecasted last year. The Air Force is the largest customer for Lockheed, which is the top US defense contractor.- First Solar (FSLR) shares rise after Jefferies raised its recommendation on the solar technology company to buy from hold on speculation that Congress may support parts of the Inflation Reduction Act. Bloomberg Intelligence analysts note that the Senate will probably moderate some of the House's provisions related to the Inflation Reduction Act, and they see an 80% chance that a deal gets done by the August recess.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Tesla (TESLA) shares rebounding as owner Elon Musk expressed regret on social media for his recent posts about President Donald Trump, saying they "went too far". The public feud between Musk and Trump was triggered by Musk's opposition to Trump's tax-cut bill, which posed a threat to Musk's wealth and caused Tesla's stock price to tumble. Meanwhile, the president told the New York Post this morning "I guess I could" in response to the possibility of mending relations with Musk.- Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares are lower as the Air Force has reduced its request to Congress for F-35s from 48 to 24, a significant cut that may reflect the Defense Secretary's plan to reduce US military spending by 8% over the next five years. The F-35 program has faced criticism, including from Elon Musk and right-wing influencer Laura Loomer, who have questioned the need for manned fighter jets in an age of drones, with the program now valued at roughly $2 trillion.- GameStop (GME) shares dipped in US premarket trading after Hardware and Accessories net sales from the video game retailer missed Wall Street’s expectations. Analysts say GameStop reported decent upside on 1Q earnings per share, as solid performance on margins and costs more than offset sluggish top-line trends.- Chewy (CHWY) fell this morning after the pet food company’s gross margin and free cash flow fell short of expectations, as did its reiterated annual sales target.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Stock Movers:- Tesla (TESLA) shares rebounding as owner Elon Musk expressed regret on social media for his recent posts about President Donald Trump, saying they "went too far". The public feud between Musk and Trump was triggered by Musk's opposition to Trump's tax-cut bill, which posed a threat to Musk's wealth and caused Tesla's stock price to tumble. Meanwhile, the president told the New York Post this morning "I guess I could" in response to the possibility of mending relations with Musk.- Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares are lower as the Air Force has reduced its request to Congress for F-35s from 48 to 24, a significant cut that may reflect the Defense Secretary's plan to reduce US military spending by 8% over the next five years. The F-35 program has faced criticism, including from Elon Musk and right-wing influencer Laura Loomer, who have questioned the need for manned fighter jets in an age of drones, with the program now valued at roughly $2 trillion.- General Motors (GM) shares are higher as it plans to invest $4 billion in its US plants over the next two years to boost output of top-selling gas-powered vehicles. The move will expand finished vehicle manufacturing at factories in Michigan, Kansas, and Tennessee, and shift production of models like the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks from Mexico to the US. The investments will allow GM to produce over 2 million vehicles in the US each year, reduce its reliance on Mexican factories, and add between 3,000 and 4,000 US jobs.- Quantum Computing stocks are rising after Nvidia’s Jensen Huang said quantum computing is reaching an inflection point. The comments came only months after Huang had noted that “very useful” quantum computers are likely decades away. Among movers upward are D-Wave Quantum (QBTS), IonQ (IONQ), and Rigetti Computing (RGTI).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inditex Tumbles, UK Home Builders Higher, Demant Gains On this episode of Stock Movers:- Zara-owner Inditex SA reported a muted start to the second quarter and warned that foreign-exchange headwinds could have a greater impact on results this year than anticipated. Shares tumbled.- Homebuilders more broadly are being bathed in a more positive sentiment thanks to UK government plans to spend more on affordable homes. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is today expected to detail plans to direct £39 billion of public money over 10 years to an affordable homes plan.- Demant shares rise as much as 4%, to the highest since Jan. 31, after the Danish company agreed to acquire hearing-aid retailer KIND Group for €700m, or around DKK5.2b, on a cash and debt-free basis. Analysts say the deal is a good fit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stock Movers:- JM Smucker (SJM) shares declined the most in nearly four decades after saying US tariffs increasing costs in its coffee business will hurt profit, continuing a challenging run for the biggest US packaged food producers. The company, which owns the Folgers and Cafe Bustelo coffee brands, said adjusted earnings this fiscal year will be as much as $9.50 a share. The impact of higher coffee costs and US levies reduced that forecast by roughly $1 a share, Smucker said.- McDonald's (MCD) shares slipped on Tuesday after Redburn Atlantic gave the burger chain its sole sell rating, saying shifting consumer patterns due to weight-loss drugs and inflation are cause for concern. Shares of McDonald’s fell as much as 1.8% to a March low on the downgrade, a two-notch cut from Redburn’s previous buy rating. Redburn held a buy rating on the stock since initiating coverage in 2023. As more Americans turn to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic to lose weight, McDonald’s could see as much as a $428 million annual impact to revenue, representing about 1% of system sales, Redburn Atlantic analysts Chris Luyckx and Edward Lewis wrote. “A 1% drag today could easily build to 10% or more over time, particularly for brands skewed toward lower-income consumers or group occasions.”- Steel shares such as Nucor (NUE) and Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) dropped after Bloomberg News reported that US and Mexico are closing in on a deal that would remove President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on steel imports up to a certain volume, according to people familiar with the matter, a revamp of a similar deal between the trade partners during his first term. Trump hasn’t been directly involved in the negotiations and would need to sign off on any deal. The talks are being led by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, according to the people, who asked not to be identified as the discussions are private. The people said the agreement hasn’t been finalized. Under its current terms, it would allow US buyers to import Mexican steel duty-free as long as they kept total shipments below a level based on historical trade volumes, according to the people. The new cap would be higher than what was allowed under a similar deal during Trump’s first term, they said, which was never a fixed figure but designed to “prevent surges.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stock Movers: - JM Smucker (SJM) declined the most in nearly four decades after saying US tariffs increasing costs in its coffee business will hurt profit, continuing a challenging run for the biggest US packaged food producers. The company, which owns the Folgers and Cafe Bustelo coffee brands, said adjusted earnings this fiscal year will be as much as $9.50 a share. The impact of higher coffee costs and US levies reduced that forecast by roughly $1 a share, Smucker said. Shares sank as much as 14% on Tuesday in New York, the biggest intraday drop in data compiled by Bloomberg that extends back to 1988. The company generated about a third of its revenue from coffee last fiscal year. It raised prices for the beverage in May. And it expects to boost them again in August. Overall, prices will be up about 20% this year, Smucker said. - McDonald's (MCD) shares slipped on Tuesday after Redburn Atlantic gave the burger chain its sole sell rating, saying shifting consumer patterns due to weight-loss drugs and inflation are cause for concern. Shares of McDonald’s fell as much as 1.7% in Tuesday trading on the downgrade, a two-notch cut from Redburn’s previous buy rating. Redburn held a buy rating on the stock since initiating coverage in 2023. As more Americans turn to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic to lose weight, McDonald’s could see as much as a $428 million annual impact to revenue, representing about 1% of system sales, Redburn Atlantic analysts Chris Luyckx and Edward Lewis wrote. “A 1% drag today could easily build to 10% or more over time, particularly for brands skewed toward lower-income consumers or group occasions.” - Circle (CRCL) shares fell for the first time since the stablecoin firm launched its IPO. Shares initially soared after the company debuted in trading last week, at one point sending the stock 247% above the IPO price.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.