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October 31, 2024Amazon and Apple, Peloton CEO, September PCE
The earnings and economic data just keep rolling out this week as Wall Street reacts to Microsoft (MSFT) and Meta Platforms' (META) latest earnings results alongside this morning's Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index for September.
Takeaways
US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) move lower this morning after Microsoft (MSFT) and Meta Platforms (META) released their respective earnings results yesterday. The next Big Tech stocks Wall Street is eyeing are Amazon (AMZN), Apple (AAPL), and Intel (INTC) as their earnings reports are due out after the closing bell.
Peleton (PTON) taps Ford (F) executive Peter Stern to take over as its new CEO, effective January 2025.
This morning was a treasure trove of economic data this morning — the core PCE (personal consumption expenditures) index rose 2.7% year-over-year in the month of September while last week's initial jobless claims came out at 216,000.
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October 30, 2024Microsoft and Meta, Eli Lilly, US GDP in Q3
Today's Morning Brief starts with a discussion of the newly reported US GDP data for the third quarter, which showed the economy grow by an annualized rate of 2.8%. The program then covers a range of trending tickers, offering updates on companies such as Volkswagen (VOW3.DE), Visa (V), Eli Lilly (LLY), Kraft Heinz (KHC), Snap (SNAP), and Reddit (RDDT).
Takeaways:
Google-parent Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL) and chip giant Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) both reported their respective earnings results after Tuesday's market close. The Big Tech earnings train continues with Magnificent Seven members Microsoft (MSFT) and Meta Platforms (META) to come out with results after the bell today.
Eli Lilly (LLY) shares tumble in pre-market trading after missing third quarter earnings estimates and cutting its guidance as sales of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs fall short of Wall Street expectations.
Initial readings on US GDP (gross domestic product) see expansions of 2.8% in the third quarter, just shy of economist estimates for a 2.9% quarter-over-quarter rise.
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October 29, 2024Alphabet and AMD, McDonald's, consumer confidence
The show provides company updates and stock reactions for several notable names, including JetBlue Airways (JBLU), homebuilder D.R. Horton (DHI), Apple (AAPL), Boeing (BA), and VF Corp (VFP.MU).
Takeaways:
Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) are scheduled to report their third quarter earnings results after Tuesday's market close
McDonald's (MCD) is out with its latest earnings print this morning, topping estimates on its top and bottom lines. The fast-food chain's US same-store sales rose by 0.3% while international sales declined by 1.5%.
The Conference Board's latest consumer confidence reading and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics' Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) are due out later this morning.
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53 min
October 28, 2024Mag 7 earnings, October jobs report, Apple AI
Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL), Apple (AAPL), Amazon (AMZN), Microsoft (MSFT), and Meta (META) all report earnings this week. The Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) and ADP private payroll data will also give Wall Street a fresh read on the labor market this week.
Takeaways
Stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) are up Monday morning in anticipation of this week's earnings for Magnificent Seven tech names.
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics is set to publish the October jobs report this Friday, November 1. The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index is also due out this Thursday, October 31.
On top of reporting earnings this Thursday, Apple is launching its Apple Intelligence features today alongside a slew of other software and hardware announcements.
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October 25, 2024Stock futures, Tesla, Apple smartphone ranking
Spirit Airlines (SAVE) stock soars after the budget airline announced a cost-cutting plan that includes layoffs and selling 23 of its Airbus (AIR.PA) planes valued at over $500 million. Centene (CNC), Microsoft (MSFT), and Colgate-Palmolive (CL) were among the top stocks on Yahoo Finance's trending ticker platform.
Takeaways:
US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) are buzzing this morning in anticipation of next week's Big Tech earnings.
Tesla (TSLA) shares are taking a dip in Friday's pre-market trading after soaring by over 21% in Thursday's session in response to its third quarter earnings numbers.
Lastly, KeyBanc downgraded Apple (AAPL) to underweight, while IDC Research reported the iPhone 16 maker jumping to the number two in China's smartphone market.
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October 24, 2024Tesla earnings, UPS, Boeing workers reject offer
Tesla (TSLA) added about $80 billion to its market cap after beating earnings-per-share estimates and announcing it expects to roll out autonomous ride-hailing in California and Texas in 2025. The news sent shares of ride-hailing apps Uber (UBER) and Lyft (LYFT) under pressure.
Takeaways:
US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) are abuzz this morning after EV maker Tesla (TSLA) reported mixed third quarter earnings results after the closing bell on Wednesday. Tesla shares have been soaring in pre-market trading, adding $80 billion to the company's market cap.
While releasing its earnings results, Southwest Airlines (LUV) has reached a deal with activist investor Elliott Management. Meanwhile, United Parcel Service (UPS) beat third quarter earnings estimates. Catch Yahoo Finance's interview with UPS Chief Financial Officer Brian Dykes later today.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IMA) union rejected the latest labor contract proposal from aircraft manufacturer Boeing (BA). It has been nearly a month and a half since Boeing factory workers went on strike in mid-September.
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October 23, 2024Tesla earnings, Boeing, McDonald's E. coli outbreak
It's already Wednesday, but the market still has a long way to go until the weekend as earnings season resumes with Tesla (TSLA) reporting third quarter results after today's closing bell. Other top trending stocks on the Yahoo Finance platform include Hilton Worldwide Holdings (HLT), Apple (AAPL), Coca-Cola (KO), AT&T (T), Frontier Group Holdings (ULCC), and Spirit Airlines (SAVE).
Takeaways:
The first of the Magnificent Seven to step up to bat this earnings season, EV giant Tesla (TSLA) is scheduled to release its third quarter results after Wednesday's closing bell. Investors will be paying extra close attention to Tesla's sales performance in overseas markets to determine how it is weathering global EV trends.
Aircraft manufacturer Boeing (BA) reported a whopping $6 billion quarterly loss as striking union workers are set to vote later tonight on the latest contract proposal. Coca-Cola (KO) reported better-than-expected third quarter results amid price hikes.
An E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's (MCD) Quarter Pounders has led to reported illnesses across several states and even a death. In a release titled "Always Putting Food Safety First," McDonald's Chief Supply Chain Officer of North America Cesar Piña stated that initial findings have connected the outbreak to slivered onions used in the chain's Quarter Pounder beef patties.
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52 min
October 22, 2024Bond sell off, Citi's S&P 500 warning, GM earnings
It's another busy week this earnings season as General Motors (GM) posted a third quarter earnings beat this morning, with Tesla (TSLA) set to release its quarterly results on Wednesday.
Takeaways:
The 10-year Treasury yield touches 4.2% as the global bond market (^TYX, ^TNX, ^FVX) experiences a sell-off.
US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) move lower in Tuesday's pre-market trading after Citi warns about S&P 500 (^GSPC) equity exposures.
American automaker General Motors (GM) topped third quarter earnings estimates, posting a 60% year-over-year increase in EV sales. Stay tuned to catch Yahoo Finance's interview with GM Chief Financial officer Paul Jacobson.
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51 min
October 21, 2024Magnificent Seven earnings, Stocks halt gains, Boeing's tentative agreement
All three major market indexes (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC) open lower to start the week, while Treasury yields (^TYX, ^TNX, ^FVX) edge higher. Disney (DIS) announced it will name CEO Bob Iger's replacement in early 2026.
Takeaways
Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla (TSLA) will kick off earnings season for Big Tech's Magnificent Seven, reporting its third quarter results on Wednesday, October 23. Investors will be closely watching Tesla's vehicle production figures and guidance after being disappointed by CEO Elon Musk's grand unveiling of the Cybercab robotaxi.
While stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) prepare for this busy week for earnings, Goldman Sachs warned that the S&P 500 (^GSPC) may not maintain its above-average performance, writing investors should expect equity returns to be "toward the lower end of their typical performance distribution" over the next decade.
Aircraft manufacturer Boeing (BA) has reportedly reached a tentative agreement with the striking International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) union with a vote currently set for Wednesday. This coincides with Boeing's expected earnings release date.

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51 min
October 17, 2024US retail sales, Yellen on tariffs, TSMC earnings
The tech sector is getting a boost higher Thursday morning after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM) topped third quarter earnings results and raised its 2025 sales guidance.
Takeaways:
US retail sales rose 0.4% month-over-month in September, above estimates of 0.3%, while initial jobless claims came out below expectations.
US Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen is currently warning that former President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs will exacerbate inflation.
US stock futures (ES=F, NQ=F, YM=F) move higher following Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's (TSM) third quarter earnings results. Other earnings on deck for today include Netflix (NFLX) and regional bank M&T Bank (MTB).
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