Posts with tag: trends
Toyota (TM) stock is up after reporting better-than-expected earnings and outlining plans for a new EV unit in China that will manage the Lexus EV production.
Published on: February 05, 2025, 03:01 PM UTC
Disney Q1 Earnings: Streaming Profits Soar, Disney+ Subscribers Dip
Published on: February 05, 2025, 03:00 PM UTC
**Griffon (GFF) Falls Short on Revenue but Beats on Earnings in Q4** In Q4 2024, Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF) missed analysts' revenue estimates with $632.4 million, a 1.7% year-over-year decline. However, it surpassed earnings expectations with a non-GAAP EPS of $1.39, 16.4% above consensus. Despite revenue challenges, Griffon's profitability metrics and strong financials indicate potential investment opportunities. Visit our full research report to assess Griffon's investment attractiveness and receive the latest insights and analysis.
Published on: February 05, 2025, 02:06 PM UTC
Emerson Electric (NYSE: EMR) missed Q4 sales expectations with revenue growing 1.4% YoY to $4.18 billion, below estimates of $4.22 billion. Adjusted EPS of $1.38 topped estimates of $1.28, but revenue guidance for Q1 CY2025 at $4.38 billion fell short of expectations. Despite challenges, operating margin rose to 24.2%, and free cash flow margin improved to 16.6%. Read our full research report for insights into the company's growth potential and valuation.
Published on: February 05, 2025, 01:06 PM UTC
California's home insurance crisis is leaving many homeowners underinsured, forcing them to turn to the state's FAIR Plan for coverage. The FAIR Plan provides a lifeline for those unable to secure private insurance, but with higher premiums and limited coverage. State officials have enacted regulations to give insurers more latitude in high-risk areas, but experts say serious mitigation efforts are needed to address the underlying fire risk.
Published on: February 05, 2025, 06:00 AM UTC
Asian equities slipped after Chinese shares opened lower amid trade tensions between the US and China. Hong Kong stocks fell while China's market saw a weaker opening after Lunar New Year holidays. US equities futures edged lower, and Treasury yields rose. Investors remain cautious as Beijing retaliated against US tariffs, leading to concerns about the impact on Chinese stocks and broader market volatility.
Published on: February 05, 2025, 03:00 AM UTC
Hollywood studios are hesitant to embrace AI for fear of losing control over data and angering unions. OpenAI's Sora, a video-generating AI tool, has been met with cautious interest from studios despite its potential to reduce animation and visual effects costs. While some studios, like Lionsgate, have formed partnerships with AI startups, widespread adoption remains elusive due to ongoing discussions on deal frameworks and profit-sharing arrangements.
Published on: February 05, 2025, 02:01 AM UTC
Kentucky lawmakers pass bill to lower personal income tax to 3.5% starting in 2026, continuing a downward trend since Republicans gained control of the legislature in 2017.
Published on: February 04, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC
Alphabet beats EPS, misses on Cloud revenue as China probes antitrust
Published on: February 04, 2025, 10:02 PM UTC
President Trump's new tariffs on imports will cause pain in the form of higher prices and economic uncertainty, but economists warn that they will also push up inflation and lower growth. The national debt is a more pressing economic problem that requires a combination of spending cuts and tax hikes, but Trump is instead focusing on tax cuts and tariffs.
Published on: February 04, 2025, 02:03 PM UTC