In recent years, Ford Motor Company has faced a high-stakes crossroads as the automotive industry undergoes a once-in-a-century transformation toward electrification. Once a symbol of American industrial might and mass-market innovation, Ford is now battling against legacy challenges, fierce competition, and changing consumer expectations. At the center of Ford’s
The financial plumbing might work just fine in ordinary day-to-day use, but if one part of the financial system came under stress, problems could back up unexpectedly.
Goldman Sachs raised its year-end S&P 500 forecast and identified three stocks that are poised to outperform in the second half of 2025: KSS, NTLA, and GOGO.
Against the backdrop of rising global geopolitical tensions and growing economic uncertainty, the European Central Bank (ECB) is intensifying its vigilance against possible risks to the eurozone’s financial system.
Fastenal stock surged after a double beat earnings report, but management warned growth is driven by market share gains amid a still-soft industrial backdrop
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital finance, stablecoins have quietly emerged as one of the most promising and disruptive innovations. As cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum experience dramatic price swings, stablecoins offer a digital alternative tied to more predictable assets, such as fiat currencies or commodities. This unique hybridization of
In the fast-moving world of digital assets, few companies have had as much impact on the stability and utility of crypto markets as Circle, the creator and primary steward of the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin. From its founding, Circle’s journey with USDC has been a story of bold innovation,
Applovin Corp. (NASDAQ: APP) shares are trading lower Monday continuing a decline that began in Monday's after-hours session after The Trade Desk Inc. (NASDAQ: TTD) was selected to join the S&P 500.
One of the reasons so few houses were on the market over the past few years was the disparity between 7% current mortgage rates and the 3% mortgages that many homeowners had.
In the rapidly evolving world of fintech, few companies have captured the public’s attention and Wall Street’s imagination quite like SoFi Technologies, Inc. Founded in 2011, SoFi began as a disruptor in student loan refinancing but has since transformed into a diversified financial services provider that aspires to
Shares of USA Rare Earth are climbing sharply Tuesday afternoon. The rally is a sympathy move, following a surge in competitor MP Materials after positive news for the U.S. rare earth sector.
Trump stated that 20 leading technology companies have collectively announced the “largest package” of $92 billion in investments in Pennsylvania's history.
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, few companies have embodied the spirit of relentless expansion and adaptation like Marathon Digital Holdings, one of the world’s largest and most closely watched Bitcoin mining firms. From its humble beginnings as a struggling penny stock to its current role as a
Shares of data center products and services company Vertiv (NYSE:VRT)
jumped 3% in the afternoon session after Citigroup analysts boosted their price target on the stock. Citigroup raised its price target on the data center infrastructure provider to $149 from $130, while maintaining a "buy" rating on the shares. This move signals growing confidence in Vertiv's role as a key supplier for the power and cooling systems essential for running data centers, particularly those powering artificial intelligence applications. The stock has been a strong performer, benefiting from the explosive growth in AI that requires significant investment in data center infrastructure. The positive sentiment from Citigroup follows other recent bullish calls from Wall Street. The overall consensus rating for Vertiv is a "Buy," with analysts pointing to the company's robust backlog and strong financial performance as reasons for optimism.
Shares of luxury electric car manufacturer Lucid (NASDAQ:LCID) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after the company announced a major update to its DreamDrive Pro suite of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The electric vehicle maker is introducing "Hands-Free Drive Assist" and "Hands-Free Lane Change Assist" to its lineup. These new features will be rolled out via an over-the-air (OTA) software update, scheduled for July 30 for Lucid Air owners and later this year for the new Gravity SUV. The update is a significant step in the company's technology roadmap, as Lucid continues to invest heavily in its in-house software and ADAS capabilities to compete in the crowded EV market. The DreamDrive Pro system utilizes a comprehensive suite of 32 sensors, including LiDAR, radar, and cameras, to enable these new hands-free functions on compatible highways.
Shares of residential solar energy company Sunrun (NASDAQ:RUN) jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after analysts at both Mizuho and J.P. Morgan raised their price targets for the residential solar company. Mizuho boosted its price target significantly to $21 from $13, while maintaining an "outperform" rating on the stock. Similarly, J.P. Morgan increased its target to $16 from $13, keeping its "Overweight" rating. J.P. Morgan cited Sunrun's leadership position in the underpenetrated residential energy services market, which it expects to grow at a double-digit rate. The firm also pointed to the company's strong revenue visibility from long-term customer contracts and potential for market share gains due to favorable Investment Tax Credit (ITC) rules. These bullish analyst notes provided a positive catalyst for the stock, signaling growing confidence in Sunrun's future performance and growth prospects within the clean energy sector.
Shares of arcade company Dave & Buster’s (NASDAQ:PLAY) fell 4.7% in the afternoon session after the company announced the appointment of former Yum Brands executive Tarun Lal as its new Chief Executive Officer. The entertainment and dining venue operator named Lal, who most recently served as President of KFC U.S., as its new CEO and a board member, effective July 14. The move follows the resignation of former CEO Chris Morris in December 2024. While the company's board expressed confidence that Lal's successful track record of growing brands would have an immediate impact, the initial market reaction was muted. The stock's dip suggests investors may be taking a wait-and-see approach as the new leader takes the helm during what has been a challenging period for the company.
Shares of cloud communications infrastructure company Twilio (NYSE:TWLO)
jumped 7.4% in the afternoon session after the company announced the launch of new platform features.
Shares of gaming, betting and entertainment company Bally's Corporation (NYSE:BALY)
fell 4.8% in the afternoon session after its bid for a New York casino license was all but ended after the New York City Council rejected the company's land-use rezoning proposal for its planned $4 billion Bronx casino.
Shares of global airline Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) fell 3.8% in the afternoon session after the stock took a breather, pulling back from a strong rally sparked by last week's impressive earnings report. The decline appears to be a case of profit-taking after a significant run-up in the share price. On July 10, Delta reported strong second-quarter financial results that surpassed analyst expectations, with adjusted earnings of $2.10 per share on record revenue. The company also confidently restored its full-year guidance, projecting earnings per share between $5.25 and $6.25.
Shares of financial services giant Wells Fargo (NYSE:WFC) fell 6.1% in the afternoon session after the bank cut its full-year guidance for net interest income. Despite beating Wall Street's second-quarter profit and revenue estimates, the bank's revised forecast is weighing on investor sentiment., Wells Fargo now expects its 2025 net interest income (NII) — the difference between what it earns on loans and pays for deposits — to be roughly flat compared to 2024's $47.7 billion. This, is a notable reduction from its previous guidance, which anticipated growth at the low end of a 1% to 3% range. The bank attributed the lowered NII outlook primarily to its Markets business. While second-quarter earnings per share of $1.60 and revenue of $20.82 billion both topped analyst expectations, the disappointing guidance for this key profitability metric overshadowed the otherwise solid results.
Key trends include China's continued dominance in supply, rising geopolitical tensions prompting supply chain diversification, and growing environmental regulations pushing sustainable mining and recycling.
