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TradingKey - On October 15, Eastern Time, Tesla (TSLA) unveiled and demonstrated the next-generation Roadster in Waco, Texas. Repeatedly delayed since its initial announcement in 2017, the vehicle was demonstrated on-site performing maneuvers such as briefly holding position on an inverted ramp using a fan suction system, executing mid-air flips with cold-air thrusters, and jumping over Tesla's entire vehicle lineup. Tesla stated that mass production of the new car is planned to begin in 2028. Unveiling [Source: Tesla official website] The new Roadster features a two-seater sports car design. The event revealed that the vehicle is equipped with a steer-by-wire system and showcased a cold-air thruster mechanism related to SpaceX technology. The vehicle completed a brief off-ground demonstration in a controlled environment. Live demonstrations showed that the Roadster accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 0.81 seconds. However, this figure stems from an on-site demonstration rather than a full production performance test.

TradingKey - Expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes, rising financing costs for AI projects, and intensifying competition in memory chips simultaneously hit global tech stocks this week. As of Thursday, the world's 20 largest AI and semiconductor companies by market capitalization had collectively wiped out over $1 trillion in market value, with the chip sector becoming the hardest-hit area in this round of adjustment.

• New Zealand dollar advanced against the US dollar following hawkish RBNZ communication. • US dollar experienced downward pressure as US government bond yields retreated from peaks. • Technical indicators for NZD/USD show mixed neutral, buy, and neutral signals.

• Macroeconomic headwinds and persistent inflation pushed digital assets into a defensive posture. • Spot Ethereum ETFs experienced renewed net outflows that eroded key liquidity buffers. • Technical indicators show a MACD sell signal and a Williams %R sell condition.

TradingKey - Rumors of a merger between SpaceX (SPCX) and Tesla (TSLA) are heating up. In a recent report, Barclays (BCS) analyst Dan Levy stated that the two companies could announce a merger ahead of Tesla's 2026 annual shareholder meeting. Based on regulatory timing requirements, the meeting is expected to take place no later than December 6.

TradingKey - On October 15, Eastern Time, U.S. September PPI data posted its largest monthly and annual gains since 2022, prompting investors to shift from AI tech stocks to defensive sectors, which drove U.S. stock markets higher.

Home BancShares posted record Q3 2026 net income of $129.5 million as stronger net interest income and lower expenses offset weaker fee revenue.

Alcoa’s Q3 2026 adjusted earnings declined sequentially as lower aluminum prices offset operational gains, while free cash flow reached $472 million and the AliGroup acquisition advanced.

TradingKey - On October 16, Japanese and South Korean stock markets rebounded in early trading, with both opening slightly higher. South Korea's KOSPI Index opened 1.8% higher at 5,653.99 points and was later up 1.77% at 5,652.51 points; Japan's Nikkei 225 Index opened 0.78% higher at 64,925.29 points, with gains subsequently expanding to 0.94% at 65,029.45 points.

U.S. Bancorp reported record third-quarter 2026 revenue as loan growth, margin expansion, fee momentum and BTIG lifted earnings, while credit metrics improved.

Charles Schwab reported record Q3 2026 revenue and adjusted EPS as asset inflows, lending and trading activity grew, while outlining its operating leverage and 2027 financial framework.

Prologis posted higher Q3 2026 Core FFO and revenue, supported by same-store NOI growth and rent increases, while outlining its full-year outlook and development pipeline.

PNC raised key 2026 targets after Q3 net income rose 15% year over year, supported by loan and deposit growth and higher net interest income.

ManpowerGroup’s Q3 2026 revenue rose 4% to $4.8 billion as brand momentum broadened, while adjusted EBITA increased 12% and the company forecast further fourth-quarter growth.

First Horizon posted a Q3 2026 GAAP loss on a $473 million mortgage-sale charge, while adjusted EPS reached $0.53 and its 2026 outlook was updated.

CMC’s fiscal Q4 2026 core EBITDA rose 35% as North American steel margins and acquired precast operations offset weaker European profitability.

Bank7’s Q3 2026 net income rose 22% sequentially as deposits outpaced loans and the bank prepared to close its Century Financial acquisition.

Interactive Brokers’ Q3 2026 earnings call covered 19% net interest income growth, a 78% pretax margin, higher DARTs and a dividend increase to $0.60.

J.B. Hunt Q3 2026 earnings call: revenue rose 20%, Intermodal volume grew 8%, while over $50 million of sequential cost pressure made margin repair the 2027 priority.

Alcoa’s Q3 2026 earnings call covered $3.7 billion in revenue, $789 million of adjusted EBITDA, stronger operations, AliGroup financing, and its Q4 outlook.