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Microsoft Earnings Preview: AI Impact, Cloud Growth, and Tech Competition

Microsoft (MSFT) releases its second quarter earnings as AI impact remains in focus, with DeepSeek's R1 model challenging industry assumptions. Analysts predict EPS of $3.13 on $68.8 billion revenue, with Azure growth expected to accelerate in the second half of 2025 due to increased consumption and large commitments.

Mixed Messages on Trump's Tariffs Confuse Markets, Businesses

President Trump's trade policy is sending mixed messages, leaving markets and businesses confused about the future of tariffs. With a Feb. 1 deadline looming, Trump's public signals often appear at odds with his own statements, making it difficult to predict the actual implementation of tariffs.

AI-Exposed Power Stocks Rally Amid Concerns Over Energy Demand

Power stocks recover after AI rout, but long-term demand questioned as technology evolves. Investors grapple with uncertainties over data center energy consumption estimates.

Smithfield Foods Shares Fall in First Trading as Public Company

Smithfield Foods Inc. shares fell about 2.5% in the pork producer's return to being a public company, after the stock priced below the range offered in its IPO. The world's largest pork producer sold about 26 million shares to raise $522 million, giving it a market value of about $7.7 billion.

Trump's Tariff Threats: A Comprehensive Overview

President Trump's trade-related tariff threats target specific countries, sectors, and products globally, leaving businesses and nations uncertain about future economic policies and potential trade wars.

States That Don't Tax Social Security: A Breakdown of Top Options

39 states don't tax Social Security income. Discover the top states to move to for retirees based on low taxes, such as Alaska, Wyoming, Delaware, New Hampshire, Nevada, Florida, South Dakota, and North Dakota.

2024 Logistics Real Estate Rent Declines, Recovery Expected in 2025

Annual logistics real estate market rents declined in 2024, but Prologis anticipates a moderate recovery in 2025 and stronger gains in 2026 due to factors such as demand for newer properties and limited supply.

Trump's Tariffs: Mixed Signals and Uncertainty in Market

This week, Donald Trump's administration has sent mixed messages about the future of tariffs, confusing markets and businesses. Despite the upcoming Feb. 1 deadline, the administration has not clarified the level or extent of tariffs that will be implemented. Confusion has arisen from contradictory statements made by Trump and his aides, with Trump often rejecting the plans proposed by his closest advisors. The uncertainty has caused concern among businesses, as they plan for the potential economic impact.

Smithfield Foods Returns to Public Trading After $522 Million IPO

Smithfield Foods Inc. shares rose 2% in their return as a public company after an IPO priced below the offered range. The world's largest pork producer has a market value of around $8 billion and sells under well-known brands like Eckrich and Nathan's Famous.

Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Rebound Amid Tech Sell-Off, Inflation Worries, and Fed Meeting Start

On Tuesday, the markets rebounded with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 experiencing gains following a sell-off in tech stocks due to concerns over investments in AI and the potential impact of tariffs.