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2 High-Risk, High-Reward Electric Vehicle Stocks for the Future of Transportation
It seems almost certain the future of transportation is via electric vehicles (EVs). EVs have swept over countries like China quickly, and the U.S. more slowly, but global EV sales are on the rise and show no signs of reversing. Here are two stocks well-positioned to thrive in the future of electric...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 1
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JetBlue Stock Analysis: I Discuss 3 Risks Investors Need to Know and Update My Buy Rating
Travel demand is slowing amid rising macroeconomic uncertainty.Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More »*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of April 26, 2025. The video was published on April 28, ...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 1
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Southern Co beats first-quarter estimate on higher retail sales
May 1 (Reuters) - Power company Southern Co SO.N beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Thursday, helped by an increase in electricity retail sales and higher demand for power.Utilities across the U.S. are experiencing a surge in demand as the growing use of artificial intelligence i...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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MIDEAST STOCKS-Gulf bourses end mixed on oil price fall, weak US economic data
By Ateeq Shariff May 1 (Reuters) - Stock markets in the Gulf ended mixed on Thursday amid falling oil prices and weaker-than-expected U.S. GDP data.The U.S. economy contracted in the first quarter, largely because of a surge in imports as businesses sought to avoid expected tariffs.Risks are high...Reuters
Thu, May 1
Commodities
PBF Energy posts quarterly loss amid maintenance, turnaround activities
May 1 (Reuters) - U.S. refiner PBF Energy PBF.N posted a quarterly loss on Thursday versus year-ago profit, as the fire at its Martinez refinery in California and other turnaround activities weighed on refining margins.U.S. refineries typically undergo seasonal maintenance and turnaround activities ...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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Southern Co reports results for the quarter ended March 31 - Earnings Summary
Southern Co SO.N reported quarterly adjusted earnings of $1.23 per share for the quarter ended March 31, higher than the same quarter last year, when the company reported EPS of $1.03. The mean expectation of fifteen analysts for the quarter was for earnings of $1.20 per share. Wall Street expect...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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DIARY-Political and General News Events from May 1
May 1 (Reuters) - For other diaries, please see:Political and General News POL/DIARYTop Economic Events M/DIARYEmerging Markets Economic Events EMRG/DIARYGovernment Debt Auctions D/DIARYU.S. Federal Reserve FED/DIARYToday in Washington WASH/DIARY ----------...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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Fortive falls after dour 2025 profit forecast on tariff woes
** Industrial products maker Fortive's FTV.N shares fall 5% to $66 premarket ** Company forecast 2025 profit below Wall Street estimates, citing potential impact from tariffs** Expects full-year adjusted profit to be $3.80 to $4/share, compared to analysts' estimate of $4.02/share, according...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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Billionaire Ken Griffin Says Trump's Tariffs Have Made the U.S. "20% Poorer." Here's What You Can Do to Prevent Further Wealth Erosion.
Billionaire Ken Griffin is a major supporter of President Donald Trump and donated $100 million last year to conservative groups. However, Griffin isn't a fan of all the president's policies. He recently told Semafor's Gina Chon at the World Economy Summit that Trump's tariffs have made the U.S. "20...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 1
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Should You Buy AMD Stock Before May 6?
In this video, I will cover recent updates regarding Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD). Watch the short video to learn more, consider subscribing, and click the special offer link below.*Stock prices used were from the trading day of April 29, 2025. The video was published on May 1, 2025.Where to...The Motley Fool
Thu, May 1
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Aurora rises after launching self-driving trucking service in Texas
** Self-driving technology maker Aurora Innovation's shares AUR.O rise 6.2% premarket to $7.69** Co launches its commercial self-driving trucking service in Texas** "Following the closure of its safety case, Aurora began regular driverless customer deliveries between Dallas and Houston this ...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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Street View: Caterpillar's sustainability through hazy macro remains to be seen
** Caterpillar CAT.N reported lower-than-expected Q1 results on Wednesday due to weak construction demand** Co outlined two scenarios for annual sales forecast, one of which included potential tariff-related impacts ** Median PT of 28 brokerages covering the stock is $373.50; average analyst rating ...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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Furniture retailer Wayfair jumps after upbeat Q1
** Shares of online furniture retailer Wayfair W.N up 9% at $32.83 in premarket trading** Company posts smaller-than-expected loss and edges past estimate for net revenue on steady demand for its products.** That defies the choppiness in demand for home improvement and decor as consumer sentiment we...Reuters
Thu, May 1
Commodities
US natgas prices edge up on daily output drop ahead of storage report
U.S. LNG export feedgas hit record high in AprilU.S. gas output hit record high in AprilU.S. gas storage about even with five-year averageBy Scott DiSavino May 1 (Reuters) - U.S. natural gas futures edged up about 1% on Thursday on a drop in output over the past few days and forecasts for more de...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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Restaurant tech provider Olo rises after reported buyout interest
** Olo Inc's OLO.N shares up 7.7% premarket to $6.68 on potential M&A news** Restaurant software provider exploring a potential sale after attracting takeover interest, Bloomberg News reported, citing people familiar** New York-based-co working with a financial adviser to help gauge interest...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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‘Buena Vista Social Club,’ 'Maybe Happy Ending' and 'Death Becomes Her' lead 2025 Tony nominations
Hollywood stars Clooney and Snook nominatedHarvey Fierstein to receive Lifetime Achievement awardMusicals 'Gypsy' and 'Sunset Blvd.' among notable revivals nominatedCynthia Erivo of 'Wicked' to host June 8 awardsBy Kathryn LurieNEW YORK, May 1 (Reuters) - Broadway musicals &#...Reuters
Thu, May 1
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Apple must pay Optis $502 million lump sum in UK patent dispute, court rules
LONDON, May 1 (Reuters) - Apple AAPL.O must pay a U.S. patent holder $502 million for the use of 4G patents in devices including iPhones and iPads, London's Court of Appeal ruled on Thursday, in the latest stage of a long-running legal battle.Texas-based Optis Cellular Technology LLC sued Apple ...Reuters
Thu, May 1
