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LW Stock Gains 13.1% in a Month as Volume Growth Supports Momentum

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. LW shares have gained 13.1% in the past four weeks, bringing the durability of that advance into focus. The move comes as operating trends improve, especially in North America. Investors still have to weigh better volume, customer execution and cost …

Uber's AV Ambitions in London Receive a Boost: Here's How

Uber Technologies UBER and Wayve have moved closer to introducing autonomous rides in London after Transport for London (TfL) awarded Private Hire Vehicle licenses to several of Wayve's self-driving, all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles. Equipped with the Wayve AI Driver as well as surrounding …

Goldman Sachs eleva el precio objetivo de Abercrombie ante la proximidad de sus resultados

Birkenstock Holding Q3 2026 Earnings Preview

* Birkenstock Holding (BIRK [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/BIRK]) is scheduled to announce Q3 earnings results on Thursday, August 13th, before market open. * The consensus EPS Estimate is $0.87 [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/BIRK/earnings/estimates] and the consensus Revenue Estimate is $823.16M * Over the last 3 months, EPS estimates have seen …

Is Etsy (ETSY) Losing Sellers Over Its AI Content Rules?

Never miss an important update on your stock portfolio and cut through the noise. Over 7 million investors trust Simply Wall St to stay informed where it matters for FREE. Etsy (NYSE:ETSY) is facing rising pushback from long-term sellers over its AI content policies, …

Tesla (TSLA) Stock Looks Rich On Sales But Strong On 5 Year Returns

Never miss an important update on your stock portfolio and cut through the noise. Over 7 million investors trust Simply Wall St to stay informed where it matters for FREE. Tesla stock has delivered a strong 50.0% return over the past 5 years, yet …

How SpaceX's AI Buildout Is Boosting Tesla Megapack Sales

SpaceX SPCX is becoming a major customer for Tesla's TSLA energy storage business, and that could be more important than it first appears. In the first half of 2026, SpaceX bought about $329 million worth of Tesla Megapacks (including $295 million in the second-quarter …

Amazon Raises 2026 AI Spending to $220B: Smart Bet or Riskier Trap?

Amazon AMZN has pushed its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to roughly $220 billion, up from the $200 billion guided earlier in the year, with the increase tied primarily to higher memory and component costs and continued build-out of AI and cloud infrastructure. The revised …

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) vs. Meta Platforms, Inc. (META): Two Different Bets Behind Big Tech’s $1 Trillion Lease Bill

On August 4, Reuters reported that Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT), Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META), Oracle, Amazon, and Alphabet have together committed roughly $1.09 trillion in future lease payments for facilities that haven't even opened yet, mostly AI data centers. Microsoft's own pipeline is the largest …

Tesla's Japan Sales Surging: Can Its Delivery Network Keep Up?

U.S. electric vehicle (EV) and tech giant Tesla TSLA is gaining momentum in a market that has historically been difficult for foreign automakers to crack. After selling more than 10,000 vehicles in Japan in 2025 (doubling from 2024), Tesla registered roughly 12,000 vehicles in …

Why Is General Motors Exiting Its Indiana Battery Joint Venture?

General Motors Company GM is exiting its joint venture with Samsung SDI by selling its 49.99% stake in the $3.5 billion Indiana battery plant to its South Korean partner. The transaction will make Samsung SDI the sole owner of SDI-GM Synergy Cells Holdings, although …

Carvana vs. Home Depot: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

As the consumer landscape evolves, investors must choose between high-growth disruptors and established dividend payers. We compare Carvana (NYSE:CVNA) and Home Depot (NYSE:HD) to see which stock offers the best path forward. Carvana focuses on transforming the car-buying experience through an online-only model, while …

ArcelorMittal (MT) vs. Microsoft Corporation (MSFT): A Steel Giant Bets Its Future on Azure

On August 3, 2026, Reuters reported that Steelmaker ArcelorMittal S.A. (NYSE:MT) is expanding its partnership with Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT). It is adding Microsoft Fabric, Purview, and Foundry to its Azure-based "Cloud First, Data Centric" strategy, aiming to modernize its IT systems and embed AI …

Great News For Tesla Stock Fans

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Tesla's Model Y secured the No. 2 spot among China's best-selling vehicle models through July, trailing Geely's lower-priced Xingyuan as electric vehicles continued to dominate consumer demand, according to Wednesday sales data from Autohome. Geely's Xingyuan led the …

1 Vanguard ETF That Outperforms the S&P 500 and Still Has Room to Run

Key Points The "Magnificent Seven" stocks account for over 53% of this Vanguard ETF. This has helped the ETF outperform the S&P 500 in 13 of the past 20 years. Sluggish performance among its top 10 holdings has slowed returns this year.10 stocks we …

How Will GM's $4.5B Parts Plan Shield It From Supply Shocks?

General Motors Company GM has introduced a plan to secure up to $4.5 billion worth of critical automotive parts to protect its production operations from potential supply disruptions stemming from extreme weather, natural disasters, cyberattacks and other unforeseen events. Under an agreement, Procura Auto …

Home Depot CEO takes medical leave 6 days before Q2 earnings

Investing.com -- Home Depot (NYSE: HD) shares are trading at $347.7, down 1.9% on Wednesday, after the retailer disclosed that chair, president and CEO Ted Decker has taken a temporary medical leave of absence with no specific return date, arriving just six days before …

Stellantis unveils new Jeep Grand Cherokee trims

[A Jeep Grand Cherokee for sale at a dealership in Warren, Pennsylvania, USA] Althom/iStock Editorial via Getty Images * Stellantis (STLA [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/STLA]) unveiled new Jeep Grand Cherokee trim packages for 2027 [https://seekingalpha.com/pr/20616744-whats-new-for-2027-jeep-grand-cherokee], expanding the lineup of its most popular vehicle brand. * The lineup …

Home Depot CEO Decker Is Taking a Medical Leave of Absence. It’s One Reason Why the Stock Is Falling.

Two senior executives including Home Depot’s chief financial officer will oversee operations in CEO Ted Decker’s absence. Continue Reading

Yuno Raises $45 Million Series B to Scale the AI-Native Operating System of Global Payments and Financial Services

Yuno Yuno Series BYuno Raises $45 Million Series B to Scale the AI-Native Operating System of Global Payments and Financial Services The round, led by Global PayTech Ventures, with participation from Andreessen Horowitz, Tiger Global, QuantumLight Capital, Monashees, Kaszek, Rasmal Ventures, GrowthX Capital, and …

Why fast food chains like McDonald's and Starbucks are going all in on energy drinks

Fast food chains in search of a sales pick-me-up are back to rolling out energy drinks. The research New research from Citi restaurant analyst Jon Tower on Wednesday easily explains the energy drink push by fast food giants. Here are a few key findings …

TJX (TJX) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release

Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when TJX (TJX) reports results for the quarter ended July 2026. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock …

Earnings Preview: Lowe's (LOW) Q2 Earnings Expected to Decline

Lowe's (LOW) is expected to deliver a year-over-year decline in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended July 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to …

SE Q2 Earnings Call Keeps Shopee Growth Outlook Intact

Sea Limited SE used its Q2 2026 earnings call to emphasize a central balance: keep investing in Shopee growth while improving unit economics and protecting profitability. Revenue of $7.8 billion beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $7.34 billion, while reported earnings of $0.86 per …

Tesla Stock Set to Snap Win Streak. Its Rough Stretch Isn’t Over.

FEATURE Tesla stock was on track to snap a four-session winning streak on Wednesday. The electric-vehicle maker is struggling to turn a corner following a rough stretch. Shares declined 0.7% to $330. Continue Reading

Home Depot CEO Ted Decker taking medical leave of absence

Home Depot chair, president, and CEO Ted Decker will take a temporary medical leave of absence, the company announced Wednesday. The company expects Decker to return within the next few months but did not disclose the reason for his leave. The board of directors, …

Levi Strauss' DTC-First Strategy Strengthens Growth Momentum

Levi Strauss & Co. LEVI is strengthening its direct-to-consumer (DTC) business as continued investments in retail execution, digital capabilities and customer engagement drive growth. During the second quarter of fiscal 2026, DTC revenues increased 8% organically, while comparable sales rose 6%, marking the company's …

Grab Holdings Limited (GRAB) vs. Sea Limited (SE): Grab Raises Its Outlook as AI and Affordability Pay Off

On August 4, 2026, Grab Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:GRAB) raised its full-year revenue and profit forecasts. The company credited AI investments and an aggressive affordability push for helping it grow even as fuel prices rise across Southeast Asia. The stock jumped as much as 4.9% …

Baron Discovery Fund Remains Bullish on Shake Shack (SHAK)

Baron Capital, an investment management company, released its Q2 2026 investor letter for the "Baron Discovery Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. Baron Discovery Fund appreciated by 19.08% (Institutional Shares) in the quarter, underperforming the Russell 2000 Growth Index, …

Unpacking Q2 Earnings: PulteGroup (NYSE:PHM) In The Context Of Other Home Builders Stocks

Unpacking Q2 Earnings: PulteGroup (NYSE:PHM) In The Context Of Other Home Builders Stocks Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company's progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at PulteGroup (NYSE:PHM) and …

Airbnb vs. Opendoor Technologies: Which Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The housing and travel sectors are evolving as digital platforms redefine how we stay and where we live. Investors must decide between Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) and Opendoor Technologies (NASDAQ:OPEN) for 2026. Airbnb operates a capital-light marketplace for short-term rentals, while Opendoor utilizes an iBuying model …

Murphy USA Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Strong Fuel Contribution

Motor fuel retailer Murphy USA Inc. MUSA reported second-quarter 2026 earnings of $11.27 per share, up 53.1% from $7.36 a year ago and ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $9.40 by 19.89%. The El Dorado, AR-based company's total operating revenues surged 36% year …

Monterey Car Week 2026: 3 things to watch as the crowds descend

Every year, Yahoo Finance attends Monterey Car Week, and it keeps getting bigger and bigger — and not without some controversy. The week, spanning 10 days leading up to Sunday's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance classic car competition, is expected to bring in more than …

EV Assembly Market to Reach $291.39 Billion by 2035 as Gigacasting, Dedicated Platforms and Smart Factories Reshape Production

Company Logo Commercial vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) will hold significant shares, while Europe remains a key EV manufacturing hub EV Assembly MarketEV Assembly Market Dublin, Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "EV Assembly Market by Manufacturing Strategy, Platform Type, EV …

Q2 Rundown: Ford (NYSE:F) Vs Other Automobile Manufacturing Stocks

Q2 Rundown: Ford (NYSE:F) Vs Other Automobile Manufacturing Stocks Let's dig into the relative performance of Ford (NYSE:F) and its peers as we unravel the now-completed Q2 automobile manufacturing earnings season. Much capital investment and technical know-how are needed to manufacture functional, safe, and …

Brokers Suggest Investing in Chewy (CHWY): Read This Before Placing a Bet

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important? Before we discuss the reliability of brokerage …