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STARBUCKS CORPORATION (XNAS:SBUX) is seeing renewed investor interest, with shares climbing over 4% to surpass $95 levels not seen since April. The stock is now approaching the $100 mark it last held in March before broader market pressures, including new tariffs, triggered a decline below $80. The rally comes amid a mix of positive developments. Citi analysts raised their price target for Starbucks from $84 to $95, aligning...

11 June 2025

Roblox Corporation (XNYS: RBLX) is aiming to capture a significant slice of the $190 billion global gaming industry. Cofounder and CEO Dave Baszucki recently shared the company’s ambitious goal of having 10% of the gaming market operate on the Roblox platform. “We’re seeing more engaging content and a broader demographic reach,” Baszucki said, pointing to the company’s efforts to build a more diverse and global ecosystem of creators...

11 June 2025

Michelin has announced plans to close its tire manufacturing facility in Queretaro, Mexico, by the end of 2025. The move comes as the company adapts to evolving market demands in the passenger car and light truck segment. The closure will impact approximately 480 employees. According to Michelin, the decision was made as a “last resort” due to the plant’s inability to meet current market requirements. The facility, one...

9 June 2025

In a recent legal development, Reddit has filed a lawsuit against the artificial intelligence firm Anthropic, citing unauthorized data collection practices. The suit, lodged in California Superior Court in San Francisco, accuses Anthropic of deploying automated tools to extract user generated content from Reddit without proper consent. Reddit asserts that Anthropic utilized automated bots to access and harvest user comments, contravening explicit directives to refrain from such activities....

4 June 2025

The Walt Disney Company has confirmed another round of global layoffs, affecting several hundred employees across its film, television, and finance divisions. This move is part of the entertainment conglomerate’s ongoing efforts to adapt to rapid changes in the media landscape, particularly the shift from traditional cable television to digital streaming platforms. A company spokesperson stated that Disney is “continually assessing how to manage operations efficiently while maintaining...

3 June 2025

Shares of Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD Co. (1211.HK) have fallen over 17% in the past week, as investor concerns mount over the sustainability of its aggressive pricing strategy and the potential for increased regulatory intervention. The decline follows critical commentary from Chinese state media and industry regulators. The People’s Daily, a key publication aligned with the Chinese Communist Party, warned that unchecked price competition could destabilize supply...

2 June 2025

The eurozone’s manufacturing sector showed further signs of recovery in May, edging closer to stabilization, according to the latest survey data. The HCOB Eurozone Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 49.4 in May from 49.0 in April, reaching its highest level in nearly three years. Although still below the neutral 50.0 mark that separates growth from contraction, the steady improvement signals a gradual rebound. Cyrus de la...

2 June 2025

Google’s dominance in the online search market is under intense legal scrutiny as U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta prepares to issue a ruling that could reshape the company’s core business. The decision follows the conclusion of the remedies phase in a landmark antitrust case brought by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), which previously found Google in violation of antitrust laws related to its search and search advertising...

30 May 2025

Ford Motor Company’s $3 billion electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Marshall, Michigan, is facing significant uncertainty following the passage of a tax reform bill by the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation proposes eliminating key federal tax credits for EV batteries that involve Chinese technology, a move that could directly impact the viability of Ford’s nearly completed facility. Executive Chair Bill Ford expressed concern that the removal...

30 May 2025

Investor demand for Japan’s long term government bonds showed renewed signs of fragility this week, as a ¥500 billion (approximately $3.5 billion) auction of 40 year securities drew significantly weaker interest than expected. The bid to cover ratio a key indicator of demand fell to 2.21, the lowest level recorded since July 2024. This metric reflects the number of bids received relative to the amount of bonds sold,...

28 May 2025

In a significant development nearly ten years after the diesel emissions scandal first came to light, a German court has convicted four former Volkswagen executives for their roles in the company’s emissions fraud. The verdict, delivered by the regional court in Braunschweig, marks a major milestone in the long-running legal reckoning for one of the auto industry’s most damaging corporate scandals. Two of the former managers received prison...

26 May 2025

OpenAI has announced the establishment of its first office in Seoul, marking a significant step in its global expansion strategy. The move comes as South Korea emerges as one of the most active markets for the company’s flagship product, ChatGPT. According to OpenAI, South Korea ranks second only to the United States in terms of paid ChatGPT subscriptions. This growing user base has prompted the company to formalize...

26 May 2025

Bayer shares advanced on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange after receiving a key endorsement from the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for its eye drug Eylea. The EMA’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) issued a positive opinion supporting the use of an 8 mg dose with extended treatment intervals of up to six months. This update applies to two serious retinal conditions: neovascular (wet) age-related macular degeneration...

23 May 2025

The European Central Bank (ECB) has raised concerns that financial markets may be overly optimistic, despite a backdrop of persistent geopolitical tensions and trade related uncertainties. In its latest Financial Stability Review, the ECB highlighted a range of vulnerabilities that could threaten economic resilience. The report pointed to a mismatch between buoyant credit and equity markets and the broader economic outlook, which remains clouded by risks such as...

21 May 2025

Oil prices surged on Wednesday following reports that Israel may be preparing for a military strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, according to new U.S. intelligence cited by CNN. The news sent Brent crude above $66 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rose as much as 3.5% before easing slightly. The potential for conflict has reignited concerns over stability in the Middle East, a region that supplies roughly...

21 May 2025

Deere & Company announced impressive second-quarter earnings on Monday, exceeding market expectations despite lowering the lower end of its full-year net income forecast due to challenging market conditions. Following the announcement, the agricultural equipment maker’s stock saw a modest 1% increase. Despite a 21% year-over-year decline in sales within its Production & Precision Agriculture segment, Deere maintained robust operating margins across its key divisions. John May, chairman and...

20 May 2025

Meta Platforms, a global technology company, is facing potential legal action from Austrian advocacy group NOYB over its plan to use European users’ personal data to train its AI models. NOYB, led by privacy activist Max Schrems, has announced its intention to seek an injunction against Meta, arguing that the company’s approach could lead to substantial claims if it proceeds with its data collection strategy. Meta plans to...

19 May 2025

Ryanair, Europe’s largest low cost airline, has reported a 16% decline in annual profits, attributing the drop to a 7% decrease in ticket prices despite a 9% increase in passenger traffic, reaching a record 200 million passengers. The airline’s revenue grew 4% to €13.95 billion, but the company remains cautious about providing financial guidance for the upcoming year due to geopolitical risks, macroeconomic uncertainties, and potential tariff wars....

19 May 2025

Coinbase’s stock experienced a significant drop of over 8% following two major developments that raised concerns about the company’s security and regulatory compliance. The US based cryptocurrency exchange revealed that cyber attackers had stolen sensitive customer data and demanded a $20 million ransom. Instead of paying the ransom, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced a $20 million bounty for information leading to the attackers’ arrest. The breach affected less...

15 May 2025

Thyssenkrupp’s stock took a sharp dive on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange after the company reported disappointing quarterly results. The steel division, in particular, struggled, contributing to a notable drop in earnings. Despite these setbacks, the company remains committed to its financial targets for the fiscal year. In the second quarter, Thyssenkrupp experienced a decline in both orders and sales. The company’s operating profit also saw a significant decrease....

15 May 2025

Saudi Aramco has projected that oil demand will remain strong throughout the year, with potential for additional growth if the ongoing US-China trade disputes are resolved. This forecast comes as both countries have temporarily reduced tariffs to mitigate the trade war’s global economic impact. During a post-earnings conference call, Aramco CEO Amin Nasser expressed optimism about the market’s trajectory. He noted that demand is expected to be steady...

14 May 2025

Kraft Heinz is set to invest $3 billion to modernize its U.S. factories, marking its largest investment in a decade. Despite consumer sentiment being at its second lowest point in 70 years, leading to reduced sales and profit forecasts, the company is moving forward with this substantial upgrade. The enhancements aim to improve efficiency and reduce costs, helping to counteract the impact of tariffs imposed by President Donald...

14 May 2025

Several macroeconomic factors are shaping EUR/USD’s trajectory. Recent inflation data shows consumer prices rising by 2.3% year-on-year, slightly lower than the previous month. Core inflation remains at 2.8%, suggesting that price pressures are easing. While the Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates later in the year, markets are pricing in two 25-basis-point rate cuts by December. A more dovish Fed could weaken the dollar, supporting further euro...

14 May 2025

FedEx (FDX) shares saw a notable increase on Tuesday following the announcement of a new collaboration with Amazon.com (AMZN) for last-mile delivery services. FedEx shares were up at in premarket trading, building on a gain from Monday. Shares of United Parcel Service (UPS) also benefited, since the November 5 election, largely due to concerns over high tariffs advocated by President Donald Trump, which typically negatively impact shipping volumes....

13 May 2025

Gold futures experienced a significant drop as the United States and China reached an agreement to substantially lower tariffs, boosting risk-on sentiment in the markets. Continuous gold futures on the New York Mercantile Exchange fell by 3.6% to $3,223.80 per troy ounce during European morning trading, marking the lowest level since May 5. Despite this decline, gold remains up over 20% year to date, driven by safe haven...

12 May 2025
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