Sandisk Stock Falls After Blowout Q3 Earnings as AI Storage Rally Hits a High Bar
Sandisk shares dropped about 6% in after-hours trading Thursday despite reporting fiscal Q3 revenue of $5.95
Apple Stock Slips After Earnings Beat as iPhone Supply Snag Clouds $100 Billion Buyback
Apple reported fiscal Q2 revenue of $111.2 billion and earnings of $2.01 per share, beating analyst estimates. The board approved a $100 billion share buyback and raised the dividend. Shares fell about
Rezolve AI Stock Rises After Revenue Tops All of 2025 in 90 Days
Rezolve AI reported $60 million in first-quarter revenue, surpassing its audited 2025 total of $46.8 million, based on unaudited accounts. Shares rose 4.9% after the update. The company reaffirmed its $360 million 2026 revenue target and said it can reach profitability without new equity sales. Commerce.com, which rejected Rezolve’s all-stock takeover offer, adopted a poison pill defense.
Option Care Health Stock Plunges After 2026 Revenue Cut Exposes Chronic-Therapy Drag
Option Care Health shares fell 28% to $19.44 after the company cut its 2026 revenue forecast and reported first-quarter sales of $1.35 billion, missing estimates. The company now expects 2026 revenue of $5.675–$5.775 billion, down from a prior range of $5.8–$6.0 billion, citing pressure in its chronic inflammatory disease portfolio. Adjusted profit guidance was unchanged.
Stellantis N.V. Stock Slides: Q1 Profit Rebound Leaves One Big Cash-Flow Question
Stellantis reported a first-quarter net profit of €377 million, reversing a €387 million loss a year earlier, aided by a €400 million expected U.S. tariff refund. Industrial free cash flow remained negative at €1.92 billion. Shares fell 6.4% to €6.22 after the results. CEO Antonio Filosa faces pressure ahead of a May 21 investor day to present a stronger turnaround plan.
Baxter International Stock Jumps After Earnings Beat, But Novum Pump Risk Still Hangs Over 2026
Baxter reported first-quarter adjusted earnings of 36 cents per share on $2.7 billion revenue, topping Wall Street forecasts. The company kept its 2026 earnings outlook unchanged. Shares rose about 4% to $17.60 by midday. Margins remain pressured by tariffs, oil prices, and Novum IQ LVP pump issues.
Oil Prices Surge: Trump’s Iran Standoff Sends Brent Past $126 as Gas Hits $4.30
Brent crude briefly topped $126 a barrel Thursday, a four-year high, as traders reacted to a prolonged Strait of Hormuz shutdown and possible new U.S. military action against Iran. U.S. gasoline rose to $4.300 a gallon, up 27 cents in a week. Washington is seeking partners for a maritime coalition and considering further use of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Iran warned of strikes on U.S. positions if attacks resume.
Capital One $425 Million Settlement: Who Gets Cash and When Checks Arrive
A federal judge approved Capital One’s $425 million settlement over 360 Savings accounts, setting automatic payments to eligible customers for around July 27 if no appeal is filed. Payments will reflect the extra interest customers would have earned at higher rates, minus fees and costs. The case does not cover credit cards. Customers do not need to file claims unless they opted out of electronic payment.
Indiana Gas Prices Near $5 as Refinery Outage, Iran War Hit Drivers
Indiana’s average regular gasoline price jumped to $4.417 per gallon Thursday, up 32.5 cents from Wednesday and 72.7 cents from a week ago, according to AAA. Some South Bend and Fort Wayne stations hit $4.99. The spike follows a shutdown at BP’s Whiting refinery and volatile crude prices linked to the Strait of Hormuz. Indiana’s average now exceeds the national average of $4.300.
Carvana Stock Fell Even After Record Sales. The Margin Catch Is Why
Carvana shares fell 1.8% to $389.39 Thursday afternoon after the company reported record first-quarter sales and profit but a decline in gross profit per vehicle. Carvana sold 187,393 retail vehicles, up 40%, with revenue rising 52% to $6.43 billion and net income reaching $405 million. Gross profit per retail unit dropped to $6,783 from $6,938 a year earlier. Wall Street analysts raised price targets despite margin pressure.
Cigna’s Obamacare Exit Puts 369,000 Members on the Clock for 2027 Coverage
Cigna Group will exit the Affordable Care Act individual insurance market after 2026, affecting about 369,000 members in 11 states who must find new coverage for 2027. The announcement came as Cigna reported first-quarter revenue of $68.5 billion and raised its 2026 earnings outlook. CVS Health’s Aetna previously withdrew from the ACA market for 2026, impacting about 1 million enrollees.
Bitcoin’s $84 Billion Satoshi Mystery Is Back — And Adam Back Says the Clues Don’t Add Up
Bitcoin traded near $76,000 Thursday as new claims about Satoshi Nakamoto’s identity resurfaced. Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream, disputed the documentary “Finding Satoshi,” which uses early mining patterns to estimate Satoshi’s holdings at 1.1 million coins, now worth about $84 billion. Actor Ben McKenzie said the ongoing mystery fuels crypto’s story.
Spirit Airlines Bailout Deadline: Trump’s $500 Million Rescue Stalls While Flights Keep Running
Spirit Airlines postponed its bankruptcy hearing as talks over a possible U.S. government rescue continued and no financing motion was filed. Flights remain operational and tickets are still being sold. The proposed bailout could give Washington up to a 90% stake after bankruptcy, but creditor resistance persists. The White House said options are under review, while other carriers are seeking broader relief.
Dow Jones Today: Caterpillar Sparks 700-Point Rally as Wall Street Shrugs Off Oil Shock
The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged nearly 700 points midday Thursday, driven by a 10% jump in Caterpillar shares after strong quarterly results. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose modestly as tech stocks lagged. U.S. GDP grew at a 2% annual rate, but inflation data remained above the Fed’s target, limiting rate-cut expectations. Industrials outperformed, while some major tech firms fell on capex concerns.
Dow Jumps 700 Points as US Stock Market Today Shrugs Off Oil Shock and Chases Best Month Since 2020
The Dow Jones rose 1.48% to 49,584.97 by midday Thursday, outpacing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq as strong corporate earnings pushed major indexes toward their best monthly gains since 2020. First-quarter GDP grew at a 2.0% annual rate, while the core PCE price index climbed 4.3%. The Federal Reserve held rates steady, citing persistent inflation. Alphabet’s Google Cloud revenue surged 63%, while Meta and Microsoft announced large AI-driven spending plans.
Hertz Stock Surges on Uber Robotaxi Deal as Oro Mobility Steps Out of the Shadows
Hertz shares surged over 20% Thursday after it launched Oro Mobility, an affiliate set to manage Uber’s robotaxi and human-driven fleets in key U.S. markets. Oro will support Uber’s autonomous program with Lucid vehicles using Nuro self-driving tech, starting in the San Francisco Bay Area later this year. Hertz traded at $6.80, up $1.20; Uber fell 38 cents to $74.09. Hertz reports first-quarter results May 7.
Royal Caribbean Stock Jumps After Earnings Beat. The Fuel Bill Still Cut Its 2026 Outlook
Royal Caribbean cut its 2026 adjusted profit forecast to $17.10–$17.50 a share, citing higher fuel costs. First-quarter net income rose to $941 million, with adjusted earnings beating analyst estimates. Bookings rebounded after a March-April slowdown linked to geopolitical events. Shares climbed 8.7% to $276.06 in late morning trading.
Xerox Holdings Stock Soars After Q1 Revenue Beat, but the Lexmark Bill Is Still Showing
Xerox shares surged 43% Thursday after first-quarter revenue hit $1.85 billion, topping forecasts, driven by the Lexmark acquisition. The company posted a net loss of $105 million and an adjusted loss of 43 cents per share, wider than expected. Print segment revenue jumped 31%, while IT Solutions fell 5%. Xerox reaffirmed its 2026 outlook but reported higher interest expenses tied to acquisition debt.
Ford Motor Company’s $1.3 Billion Tariff Refund Lifts Outlook, But the F-150 Problem Still Bites
Ford Motor Co raised its 2026 profit forecast after booking a $1.3 billion expected tariff refund, lifting its adjusted EBIT outlook to $8.5–$10.5 billion. First-quarter revenue rose 6% to $43.3 billion, with net income at $2.5 billion. F-150 production dropped 12% in Q1 after supplier fires, and inventory fell 38% year-on-year in April. Ford still expects $1 billion in net tariff costs this year.
Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF Is Pulling Cash as BlackRock’s IBIT Stumbles
Morgan Stanley’s new bitcoin fund took in $10.8 million on April 29 as U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs saw $137.6 million in outflows, according to Farside Investors. BlackRock’s IBIT lost $54.7 million that day and $166.9 million over three days. MSBT, launched April 8, charges a 0.14% annual fee, undercutting IBIT’s 0.25%. IBIT still leads with $65.2 billion in net inflows, far above MSBT’s $194 million.
Quanta Services Stock Surges After Earnings Beat: The $48.5 Billion Backlog Driving the Move
Quanta Services reported first-quarter revenue of $7.87 billion, beating estimates and raising its 2026 outlook. Net income rose to $220.6 million, with adjusted EPS at $2.68. Backlog hit a record $48.5 billion, driven by electric infrastructure demand. Shares jumped $71.30 to $699.90 in Thursday trading.
Social Security’s $4 Million Question: Can the S&P 500 Beat a 2033 Benefits Cliff?
A retiree’s claim that Social Security payroll taxes could have grown to $4 million in the S&P 500 has renewed debate over the system’s structure. The Social Security Administration projects its main trust fund will be depleted by 2033, with incoming revenue covering 77% of benefits. The fund invests only in government securities, not stocks. The payroll tax rate is set at 12.4% of earnings up to $184,500 in 2026.
Everspin Technologies Stock Surges After $40 Million Defense MRAM Deal Puts Growth Back in View
FatPipe shares jumped 18% to $2.92 Thursday after the company announced expanded access to its SD-WAN and cybersecurity products through public-sector procurement channels. The move follows a VeloCloud replacement program targeting customers of Arista Networks’ SD-WAN business. Trading volume reached 42.2 million shares. Investors remain cautious over execution and customer concentration risks.
Why Huachen AI Parking (HCAI) Stock Is Surging: Tiny Float, Reverse Split and Nasdaq Risk
Huachen AI Parking shares surged as much as 135% in heavy Nasdaq trading Thursday, triggering four volatility halts. No new company filings or press releases explained the spike. The rally follows a 1-for-30 reverse stock split effective April 13, which sharply reduced the share count. Trading volume reached 34 million shares, far above the average of 727,390.
Altria Stock Jumps 7% After Marlboro Maker Beats Q1 Forecasts on Price Hikes
Altria posted adjusted earnings of $1.32 per share and net revenues of $5.43 billion for the quarter, beating analyst estimates. Higher prices offset falling cigarette volumes, with domestic shipments down 2.4%. Shares rose about 7% in late-morning trading. CEO Billy Gifford is set to step down in mid-May.
Mastercard Earnings Beat Wall Street, But April Cross-Border Slowdown Hits Stock
Mastercard shares fell 2.7% Thursday despite first-quarter profit and revenue beating estimates, as investors reacted to slower April cross-border spending growth. Adjusted earnings reached $4.60 per share on $8.4 billion revenue. Cross-border volume growth dropped to 9% in April from 13% in Q1, with travel-linked growth at just 2%. Operating expenses rose 13%, including a $202 million restructuring charge.
Why Viavi Solutions Stock Is Surging After a Big Earnings Beat
Viavi Solutions shares surged about 20% in early U.S. trading after fiscal third-quarter revenue rose 42.8% to $406.8 million, beating estimates. Adjusted earnings reached 27 cents per share, above forecasts. The company projected fourth-quarter revenue of $427 million to $437 million. GAAP profit declined from a year earlier and cash flow was negative for the quarter.
Gold or Oil? History Shows Which Hedge Protects Capital When Inflation Fear Returns
Brent crude hit $126.41 a barrel, its highest since March 2022, before falling to $113.89 as the U.S.-Iran war shut the Strait of Hormuz. Spot gold rose 2.2% to $4,639.26 an ounce. U.S. PCE inflation climbed 3.5% year-on-year in March. The Federal Reserve kept rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% on Wednesday.
Nvidia Isn’t Over. But Marvell Is the Quiet AI Chip Name Analysts Can’t Ignore
Marvell Technology shares rose about 3% Thursday after Big Tech firms signaled AI spending would exceed $700 billion this year. Nvidia slipped 1.6% but announced a $2 billion investment in Marvell and a partnership on AI infrastructure. Marvell reported record fiscal 2026 revenue of $8.2 billion, while Nvidia posted $215.9 billion for the year. Google is in talks with Marvell to develop two new AI chips.
Is the AI Stock Rally Over? 3 Warning Signs Investors Should Watch This Week
Meta Platforms shares fell nearly 10% and Microsoft dropped over 3% Thursday as investors reacted to rising AI costs and capital spending, despite strong earnings. Alphabet gained almost 6% after Google Cloud posted its best growth quarter. Nvidia and other chip stocks also traded lower. Meta raised its 2026 capex forecast and is considering a major bond sale to fund AI infrastructure.
Plug Power Stock Slides After Big Rally as May 11 Earnings Test Cash-Burn Plan
Plug Power shares fell 7% to $3.17 Thursday morning, erasing part of Wednesday’s 12.5% surge. The drop comes ahead of first-quarter results due May 11, as investors weigh a Clear Street price-target hike against ongoing cash burn. Plug was recently chosen to supply a 275-megawatt electrolyzer system for a Canadian project.
HP’s HyperX Launch Puts Gaming Back in Focus as HPQ Stock Tries to Recover
HP Inc. unveiled new HyperX gaming accessories Thursday, including the Clutch Talon controller ($159.99) and Cloud Stinger 3 headsets (from $49.99), alongside updated NGENUITY software. The launch comes as HP’s Personal Systems revenue rose 11% to $10.3 billion last quarter, while printing fell. Shares rose 0.3% to $20.21. Interim CEO Bruce Broussard is leading the company after Enrique Lores stepped down in February.
Lemonade Stock Falls After Q1 Beat — Why Investors Are Still Watching Profitability
Lemonade reported first-quarter revenue up 71% to $258 million and a net loss of $35.8 million, narrower than a year ago. Shares fell 1.3% to $55.27 in early trading. The insurer raised 2026 guidance and reaffirmed its target for positive adjusted EBITDA in the fourth quarter. In-force premium rose 32% to $1.33 billion, while gross loss ratio improved to 62%.
Zoom Sets Earnings Date as AI Growth and Margins Move Back Into Focus
Zoom will report first-quarter fiscal 2027 earnings on May 21 after the market closes. The stock rose 5.07% Wednesday to $95.76, just below its 52-week high, after a Vanguard unit disclosed a 5.05% passive stake. Last quarter, revenue climbed 5.3% to $1.247 billion. Investors await updates on AI strategy and enterprise growth.
FuelCell Energy Stock Jumps as AI Power Boom Puts FCEL Back in Play
FuelCell Energy shares jumped 37% Wednesday, trading near a one-year high at $13.64 premarket Thursday, as investors bet on fuel-cell demand for AI data centers. Rival Bloom Energy reported Q1 revenue up 130% to $751.1 million and will supply up to 2.45 GW of fuel cells to Oracle’s Project Jupiter. FuelCell’s January-quarter revenue rose 61% to $30.5 million but it posted a net loss of $26.1 million.
America’s Credit Split Is Getting Worse: TransUnion Data Shows Who Is Being Squeezed
TransUnion reported a sharper split in U.S. consumer credit, with 15 million more borrowers in the super-prime tier since 2019, while near-prime and subprime borrowers face rising debt-to-income ratios. Bankcard balances hit $1.12 trillion in Q1, and personal loan originations reached 7.6 million in Q4, both up from a year earlier. Mortgage delinquencies of 60 days or more rose to 1.57%.