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US STOCKS-S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit records; Deckers soars on UGG demand
Intel slides on quarterly lossUS clears $8.4-billion Paramount-Skydance mergerEU, US could sign trade agreement this weekend By Noel Randewich July 25 (Reuters) - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq notched record high closes on Friday, lifted by optimism the U.S. could soon reach a trade deal with the Eu...Reuters
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DIARY-Federal Reserve Events
***Denotes a new entry. -------------------------------------------------------- Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) MEETING DATES: 2025July 29-30 (second day: statement released 1400 EDT/1800 GMT; news conference expected 1430 EDT/1830 GMT) September 16-17 (...Reuters
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Why LVMH Rallied Today
Key PointsLVMH rallied even as it posted continued revenue and profit declines. Still, it seems investors had anticipated even worse results. LVMH has top brands and was down 45% from highs, so investors may think the stock had bottomed. 10 stocks we like better than LVMH Moët Hennessy - Louis Vuitt...The Motley Fool
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Tesla rises as company plans chartered transport service in California
** Shares of EV maker Tesla TSLA.O rise 3.5% to $315.49** California regulator says Tesla plans chartered transport service for friends, families of employees and select public members** Tesla is not permitted to test or transport public, paid or unpaid, in autonomous vehicles with or without driver...Reuters
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Heritage Commerce Reports 15% Q2 Growth
Key Points- Adjusted earnings per share of $0.21 surpassed estimates in Q2 2025, while GAAP revenue also beat forecasts, reaching $47.8 million in Q2 2025.- A significant legal settlement charge lowered reported net income to $6.4 million, down 31% from the prior year in Q2 2025.- Loan growth and ne...The Motley Fool
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Why Nintendo Stock Is Slipping Today
Key PointsAfter regularly selling out since its launch in June, it's reportedly much easier to find a Switch 2 in stock at stores now. The Switch 2 is off to a very strong start for Nintendo, but investors are wondering what the platform's future sales trajectory looks like. The Switch 2's performan...The Motley Fool
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S&P 500 Poised for 16th Record High in 2025 — Is the Squeeze Turning Into a "Pump-and-Dump"?
TradingKey - Despite strong economic data and hopes for rate cuts, the sheer strength of the U.S. stock market rally remains puzzling — especially amid lingering tariff risks. Analysts warn that a powerful short squeeze is fueling speculative froth, and the risk of a market correction is rising.
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Darling Ingredients Misses Fiscal Q2 EPS
Key PointsQ2 EPS fell well below expectations at $0.08.Revenue for Q2 FY2025 slightly exceeded forecasts at $1.5 billion.Full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance was reduced by 16%–19%, reflecting pressure in renewable fuels and regulatory uncertainty.These 10 stocks could mint the next wave of millionair...The Motley Fool
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Why Intel Stock Is Plummeting Today
Key PointsIntel exceeded Wall Street's revenue expectations and offered optimistic guidance for the current quarter.However, it signaled a significant shift in its manufacturing strategy, raising concerns over the company's future.10 stocks we like better than Intel › Shares of Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) ...The Motley Fool
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Why AST SpaceMobile Stock Is Plummeting Today
Key PointsAST SpaceMobile is raising capital through a private offering of convertible notes and a direct offering of common stock, which may lead to some stock dilution.The company recently formed a joint venture with Vodafone to bring space-based broadband to Europe, with commercial operations pla...The Motley Fool
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Centene raises Wall Street optimism that Medicaid insurers can improve profits
By Amina NiasseNEW YORK, July 25 (Reuters) - Wall Street regained confidence in Medicaid insurers after Centene CNC.N said on Friday it expects to be able to raise rates charged to states for 2026 health plans for low-income Americans and strengthen profit margins.Insurer shares rose across the boar...Reuters
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Why QuantumScape Stock Is Sinking Today
Key PointsQuantumScape is sinking after Goldman Sachs published bearish coverage on the stock. Goldman raised its one-year price target on QuantumScape from $2 per share to $3 per share, but it maintained a sell rating on the stock. QuantumScape's solid-state batteries could be revolutionary, but th...The Motley Fool
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Betterware de Mexico SAPI de CV reports results for the quarter ended June 30 - Earnings Summary
Betterware de Mexico SAPI de CV BWMX.N reported quarterly adjusted earnings of MXN8.77 per share for the quarter ended June 30, higher than the same quarter last year, when the company reported EPS of MXN8.06. The mean expectation of two analysts for the quarter was for earnings of MXN6.64 per sh...Reuters
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Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac down sharply after Barron's report pair may stay in conservatorship
** Over-the-counter shares of Fannie Mae FNMA.PK and Freddie Mac FMCC.PK were down sharply in Fri afternoon trading after Barron's reported that Bill Pulte, the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency which regulates the pair, says they are likely to remain in conservatorship** Fannie Mae...Reuters
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Wall Street gains, dollar firms ahead of a big week for market risk
Next week ahead includes tariff deadline Fed meeting, payrolls dataAmazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft report next weekU.S. Treasury yields rise ahead of data-heavy weekOil prices decline on demand outlook and Venezuela supply concernsBy Stephen Culp NEW YORK, July 25 (Reuters) - U.S. stocks and the d...Reuters
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Dover Posts 5% Gain in Q2 Revenue
Key PointsAdjusted EPS for Q2 2025 beat expectations, reaching $2.44.Revenue climbed 5% to $2.05 billion in Q2 2025, driven more by acquisitions and currency effects than by organic growth.Management raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $9.35–$9.55 for FY2025, while maintaining a cautious tone ...The Motley Fool
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PCB Bancorp Posts 44% EPS Jump in Q2
Key Points- Earnings per share of $0.62 beat the analyst estimate of $0.56 in Q2 2025, up 44.2% year over year.- Revenue (Net Interest Income) was $26.0 million, missing the consensus estimate of $28.63 million in Q2 2025.- Efficiency ratio improved sharply to 50.6%, a 12.1 percentage point drop fro...The Motley Fool
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Pool Posts Modest Beat in Fiscal Q2
Key PointsPool exceeded analyst expectations on both revenue and earnings per share (EPS) in Q2.Maintenance and private-label chemical sales, which form the stable core of the business, supported top-line growth and consistency.Full-year 2025 earnings guidance was trimmed, reflecting caution over on...The Motley Fool
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Provident Financial Sets Revenue Record
Provident Financial Services (NYSE:PFS) reported GAAP net earnings of $72 million ($0.55 per share) for Q2 2025, highlighted by record revenue of $214 million, annualized ROA of 1.19%, and an adjusted return on average tangible equity of 16.8%. The company posted strong commercial and industrial loa...The Motley Fool
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Why New Fortress Energy Stock Is Plummeting Today
Key PointsNew Fortress Energy is no longer discussing terms for a potential energy deal with Puerto Rico. The deal was said to be worth approximately $20 billion, but New Fortress reportedly wasn't willing to accept some amended contract terms. New Fortress' high debt load means that landing the dea...The Motley Fool
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