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Elon Musk's $97.4B Bid for OpenAI: Stalling Non-Profit Conversion and Raising Asset Value

Elon Musk offers $97.4 billion to buy OpenAI, the nonprofit governing the popular AI research lab. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman dismisses the offer, but experts say it could complicate OpenAI's plans to convert to a for-profit company. Musk's bid raises the potential market value of OpenAI's assets and could force the company to raise more capital, diluting the value of existing investors' stakes.

US Stocks Trade Mixed as Investors Assess Tariffs and Inflation Outlook

US stocks traded mixed Tuesday, with Dow Jones Industrial Average higher, S&P 500 flat, and Nasdaq Composite lower. Investors digested Trump's tariff announcements and awaited Jerome Powell's testimony. Coca-Cola shares rose after earnings beat, while Shopify stock rebounded from losses. Gold surged on tariff threats, while Powell emphasized Fed independence and played down recession concerns.

Gold Surges to Record High Amid Tariff Threats, Analysts See More Upside

Gold prices pulled back slightly on Tuesday after a rapid 10% run year-to-date. Analysts see more upside for gold given recent tariff announcements and the threat of an escalating trade war.

Port Hedland Clearing Vessels as Tropical Low Approaches

Port Hedland iron ore export hub starts clearing vessels amid potential cyclone

Tesla robotaxis planned for Austin face safety and legal questions

Elon Musk vows to launch Tesla's driverless "robotaxi" service in Austin, Texas, raising concerns about safety and legal implications given Texas's hands-off regulatory approach toward autonomous vehicles.

US Stocks Climb as Steelmakers Rally After Trump's Tariffs Pledge

US stock futures rose before the opening bell on Monday, indicating a rebound from steep declines thanks to a surge in steel producers after President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.

Strattec Security Reports Q2 Profit

Strattec Security Corp. (STRT) reports Q2 net income of $1.3 million, or 32 cents per share. Adjusted earnings were 65 cents per share, on revenue of $129.9 million.

BOE Cuts Fuel Bets for Further Easing, Weigh on Pound

Traders expect further interest rate cuts from the Bank of England after policymakers lowered borrowing costs and two voted for a bigger reduction. The pound fell while bonds initially rallied.

O'Reilly (ORLY) Exceeds Q4 Expectations, but Full-Year Guidance Disappoints

O'Reilly Automotive exceeds Q4 expectations with 6.9% revenue growth, beating estimates. Despite slight EPS miss, the company remains a solid investment with $17.55 billion revenue projection and solid store performance. Explore our full research report for up-to-date analysis on O'Reilly's growth trajectory and valuation.

Trump's Tariffs Fuel Inflation Concerns and Consumer Resistance

A 10% surge in import costs shouldn't harm the US economy, but Trump's tariffs come amid heightened price sensitivity. Consumers are more likely to avoid purchases due to inflation concerns, despite Trump's pledge to reduce prices. Tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico could cost families up to $2,600 annually, affecting a wide range of goods. Despite previous tariffs, Trump's bigger plans and the inflationary environment raise concerns about reflation.