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Reddit Stock Plunges 19% Following Earnings, CEO Sells Shares Amid FTC Inquiry

Reddit (RDDT) stock has lost 19% since earnings, despite recovering traffic from Google Search. CEO Steve Huffman sold $70.5 million worth of shares, the largest sale to date. The FTC is investigating Reddit's policies, and the stock is still up 220% from six months ago.

Stellantis' €771 Million Lawsuit Against Automakers Dismissed

Stellantis' lawsuit against Autoliv and ZF/TRW for alleged cartel involvement in safety equipment pricing dismissed by London tribunal.

Integer's Q4 Earnings Fall Short, Revenue Beats Estimates

Integer Holdings Corp. (ITGR) reported fourth-quarter profit of $32.7 million, or 90 cents per share, missing Wall Street expectations. Revenue was $449.5 million, exceeding forecasts.

US Stocks to Dip on Trade Tariff Concerns, Gold Hits All-Time High

US stocks poised for modest decline amid trade tariff concerns; gold hits all-time high as geopolitical tensions escalate.

Walmart's Q4 Meets Expectations: Revenue and Earnings Overview

Walmart Q4 CY2024: Revenue meets expectations, EPS beats estimates; stock drops on guidance miss. Read our full report for analysis on sales growth, store performance, key takeaways, and valuation.

Oil Market Numb to Trump's Policy Shifts, Futures Flatline

The oil market is ignoring President Trump's new policies. The futures market is flat-lining. Traders are reducing their risk exposure. Prices have stayed anchored around $75 a barrel.

Quad/Graphics Inc. Reports Q4 Loss

Quad/Graphics Inc. reports Q4 earnings of $4.7 million, or 9 cents per share, on revenue of $708.4 million. For the year, the company reported a loss of $50.9 million, or $1.07 per share, on revenue of $2.67 billion.

German Investor Confidence Surges, Fueled by Election Hopes

Investor confidence in Germany's economy has surged, reaching its highest level in two years. The upcoming elections and potential interest rate cuts are contributing to this optimistic outlook.

Ceteris Paribus: The Most Important Latin Phrase in Investing

Despite headwinds facing the stock market, such as inflation, rising interest rates, and geopolitical events, history has shown that the economy and stock market can flourish amidst challenges. This can be explained by the Latin phrase "ceteris paribus," meaning all else equal. Analysts use this caveat to examine the effects of a variable assuming nothing else is changing. However, in reality, multiple factors can influence outcomes. Recent data and macroeconomic developments indicate continued economic growth, positive demand for goods and services, and a Fed focused on supporting the labor market. While sentiment-oriented data has been weak, hard economic data remains strong. Analysts expect the U.S. stock market to outperform the economy due to positive operating leverage, resulting from cost structure adjustments. However, investors should remain vigilant to risks and market volatility, recognizing that economic recessions and bear markets are part of long-term investing.

Japan Economy Outperforms, Keeping BOJ on Track for Further Rate Hikes

Japan's economy grew at an annualized 2.8% pace in Q4 2023, above forecasts and keeping the BOJ on track for further rate hikes. Net exports and business spending fueled growth, while private consumption rose but slowed from the previous quarter.