Duke Energy (NYSE:DUK) outages highlight North Carolina rate recovery questions
On Thursday, North Carolina accounted for 97% of Duke Energy outages reported, despite making up just 45% of the utility's monitored customer base.
Opendoor Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:OPEN) Contracts Rise 12%, Margins Remain Key Watchpoint
Opendoor said weekly acquisition contracts rose 12%, according to its most recent operating update. The figures cover the week to July 18.
IBM (NYSE:IBM) implied free-cash-flow yield widens to 8% as company trims outlook
Shares of International Business Machines Corporation hovered near $205.79 ahead of Thursday's session. IBM reduced its revenue guidance but maintained its cash forecast. U.S. core markets open at 9:30 a.m. EDT.
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) Shares Dip Ahead of $16.7 Billion H2 Spending Challenge
NEW YORK, July 23, 2026, 05:10 EDT – Tesla stock fell as investors focused on the upcoming $16.7 billion in expenditures set for the second half of the year, raising concerns about the electric vehicle maker’s financial pressures.
Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Shares Slip as $200 Billion AI Push Challenges Cash Flow
Shares of Alphabet Inc. fell 3.4% in early premarket activity as investors reacted to the growing expenses involved in monetising AI demand.
Aurora Innovation (NASDAQ:AUR) gains after 1,000-truck goal highlights order activity
Aurora's stock gained 4.8% on Wednesday following the release of its new driverless trucks. The Nasdaq Composite declined by 0.6%.
Texas Instruments (NASDAQ:TXN) posts record Q2 revenue, cash conversion climbs
Texas Instruments reported its highest-ever second-quarter revenue and issued guidance ahead of analyst expectations on Wednesday. Despite this, shares dropped about 3% in after-hours trading.
IBM (NYSE:IBM) lowers 2026 revenue forecast while higher cash-flow aims boost second-half pressure
NEW YORK, July 22, 2026, 16:25 EDT – IBM reduced its revenue guidance for 2026, with its revised cash-flow target placing greater emphasis on the company's performance for the second half.
Palantir (NASDAQ:PLTR) shares fall 6% after software outlook rattles lofty 42-times-sales valuation
Palantir stock fell 6.4% on Wednesday amid a widespread selloff in software names. The session also featured a new alert over postponed AI buying. U.S. cash markets stayed open.
ServiceNow (NYSE:NOW) Stock Falls After Q2 Backlog Fails to Impress, Despite Revenue Increase
NEW YORK, July 22, 2026, 12:05 p.m. – Shares of ServiceNow declined as investors reacted to a lackluster Q2 backlog performance, even though the company reported an uptick in revenue.
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:CPRX) leaves Nasdaq after cash reserves reduce deal multiple
Catalyst shares were removed from trading on Wednesday after Angelini Pharma finalised its $4.1 billion all-cash acquisition. Investors were paid $31.50 per share. Nasdaq halted trading in Catalyst following completion of the deal.
Archer Aviation reveals Halo launch partner Marubeni, skips order value after 20% stock surge
NEW YORK, July 22, 2026, 09:07 EDT — Archer Aviation has named Japan’s Marubeni as its initial partner for the global Halo service debut, but did not announce the value of the order following a sharp 20% rise in its shares.
Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL) shares gain after sector margin beats reinforce AI-server profit outlook
NEW YORK, July 22, 2026, 09:06 EDT — Dell Technologies advanced on Wednesday after stronger-than-expected margins from a sector peer added to optimism around profit potential from AI-server offerings.
SpaceX Stock (NASDAQ:SPCX) 32% Short Interest as U.S. Cash Markets Remain Shut; 142% Float Expansion in Play
SpaceX short interest appears notably high. However, the denominator is set to change soon.
Alaska Air (NYSE:ALK) Expands Hawaii Flights with Rising Fuel Costs Looming
Alaska Air Group is set to implement a two-phase increase in capacity across Hawaii. The carrier will expand interisland seating by around 25% using Boeing 737-800 aircraft. Additionally, four leased freighters are expected to nearly double the airline’s dedicated cargo capacity.
Archer Aviation (NYSE:ACHR) surges nearly $640 million in market value following Thunder announcement
Archer Aviation finished Tuesday with a market capitalization of $4.05 billion. Based on a preliminary estimate, the two-day Thunder rally contributed an increase of approximately $644 million. Shares ended at $5.28, slipping 0.6%, following a 19.6% jump on Monday. U.S. regular trading had ended around three hours before this report was published. The estimate uses Tuesday’s implied share count and Friday’s closing price.
Capital One Financial (NYSE:COF) Profit Rises in Q2 on Credit Reserve Release
Capital One Financial Corporation reported a significant rise in quarterly profit, with most of the sequential gain occurring below the pre-provision line.
Supermicro shares rise after margin reset suggests $847 million boost to gross profit
Shares of Super Micro Computer jumped after the close on Tuesday. The company’s preliminary margin reset suggested an additional $847 million in quarterly gross profit, based on the lower end of its guidance.
Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) shares fall ahead of earnings amid rising capex outpacing revenue gains
Alphabet slipped 1.4% to $347.15 on Tuesday ahead of its second-quarter results. Early data shows capital expenditure growth approaching 100%, compared with a sales increase of 21.3%.
China Pharma shares surge 762% as trading outpaces increased outstanding shares
Shares of China Pharma Holdings surged 762% to $7.84 on Tuesday afternoon. The stock previously reached $18.64, marking a 1,948% increase compared to its Monday close.
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