In today’s episode, Google scored a major legal win as a federal judge allowed it to keep Chrome while restricting exclusive search contracts, sending Alphabet shares up more than 5%. Markets slid after a federal appeals court struck down most Trump tariffs, with investors bracing for policy uncertainty and fiscal fallout. McDonald’s is reviving its Extra Value Meals to restore affordability while Starbucks rolls out protein-packed drinks, reflecting divergent strategies in food service. Macy’s jumped 12% after crushing earnings and raising its outlook, while Meta continued its AI talent raid by poaching Apple’s robotics lead. Kraft Heinz said it will split into two companies by 2026, admitting its 2015 mega-merger failed, and Nestlé fired CEO Laurent Freixe over an undisclosed relationship with a subordinate. Finally, biotech firm Cytokinetics surged 40% on positive heart drug results, underscoring the volatility and potential of breakthrough medical research.

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 In today’s episode, a federal appeals court struck down most of President Trump’s tariffs as illegal, throwing his signature trade policy into uncertainty ahead of an October Supreme Court appeal. Kraft Heinz announced it will split into two companies by 2026, reversing its troubled 2015 mega-merger. Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy for the second time in under a year, slashing its fleet and operations after a failed turnaround. The AI rally expanded beyond Nvidia as companies like MongoDB, Pure Storage, and Snowflake saw big stock gains tied to AI adoption. Nestlé fired its CEO after an internal investigation into a relationship with a subordinate, marking another corporate governance shakeup. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will end its print edition after 157 years as it cuts jobs and shifts fully digital. Activist investor Elliott disclosed a $4 billion stake in PepsiCo, signaling pressure for major changes at the struggling food and beverage giant. And Cadillac’s EV strategy is paying off with market share gains, but looming tariffs and the loss of EV tax credits may test its ability to sustain momentum.

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 In today’s episode, July inflation data takes center stage with economists expecting overall prices to hold at 2.6% but core inflation to tick up to 2.9%, the Fed’s last major data point before September’s policy meeting. Tech stocks took a hit as Dell and Marvell both fell on weaker guidance, underscoring margin and demand pressures. YouTube TV and Fox reached a carriage deal just in time for college football’s biggest weekend, avoiding a blackout for millions of viewers. Pure Storage rocketed 32% after landing a massive deal with Meta, while Tesla’s European sales fell 40% for a seventh straight month as BYD’s registrations soared. Nvidia revealed that just two customers now account for 39% of its revenue, raising concentration risks, and Microsoft is testing its own AI model to lessen dependence on OpenAI as their uneasy partnership evolves.

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In today’s episode, Nvidia shares slipped nearly 2% despite posting record $46.7B revenue as investors zeroed in on a slight data-center sales miss, underscoring the pressure on its core AI business. Tesla’s European registrations fell 40% in July, marking seven straight months of declines while rival BYD’s sales surged 225%, showing Tesla losing ground in a growing EV market. Retail earnings season closed with Dollar General, Best Buy, and Dick’s topping forecasts, though Bath & Body Works missed, highlighting uneven consumer spending. Google avoided a YouTube TV blackout with a temporary Fox deal while cutting 35% of small-team managers in a cost-saving shake-up. Dollar General stock surged after beating earnings and lifting full-year guidance, while MongoDB soared 38% on strong results and an optimistic forecast. Canada Goose shares jumped on reports of $1.4B take-private bids as Bain Capital looks to exit, and Amtrak launched 160 mph service between Washington, New York, and Boston to better compete with air travel.

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 In today’s episode, Nvidia’s Q2 earnings after the bell could shake the entire AI sector, with analysts expecting $46B in revenue and options pricing signaling the biggest stock move in a year. The U.S. doubled tariffs on India to 50% over its Russian oil purchases, testing Washington’s Indo-Pacific alliance strategy. Cracker Barrel reversed course and restored its classic logo after customer backlash and Trump’s pressure, sending shares up 6%. Kohl’s stock jumped 20% as profits topped expectations despite a leadership scandal and falling sales. Canada Goose rose 14% on reports Bain Capital may take the luxury brand private at a $1.35B valuation. Apple set Sept. 9 for its iPhone 17 launch event with analysts eyeing new models ahead of holiday season demand. Starbucks relaunched its iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte earlier than ever as rivals fight for seasonal dominance. And finally, a Stanford study found entry-level jobs in AI-susceptible fields like software development and customer support have fallen 16% since 2022, suggesting AI disruption may be hitting young workers first.

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 In today’s episode, markets softened as President Trump threatened to fire a Federal Reserve official and raised new tariff warnings, raising concerns about central bank independence and policy uncertainty. Walmart reinforced its retail dominance with nearly 5% U.S. sales growth, while Target logged its 11th straight quarter of sales declines and a looming CEO transition. Trump escalated trade tensions again by threatening a 200% tariff on rare-earth magnets if China curbs exports, highlighting their importance for U.S. tech and defense. EchoStar stock surged 60% on a $23 billion spectrum sale to AT&T, while Keurig Dr Pepper announced an $18 billion acquisition of JDE Peet’s and a plan to split into two standalone companies. Waymo secured the first permit to test autonomous cars in New York City, Nvidia rolled out a $3,499 “robot brain” developer kit for robotics, and Freshpet tumbled 10% after General Mills unveiled plans to launch a competing fresh dog food line.

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 In today’s episode, the U.S. government stunned markets by acquiring a 10% stake in Intel for $8.9 billion, citing national security and domestic chipmaking independence. Keurig Dr Pepper announced an $18 billion takeover of JDE Peet’s and plans to split into two companies, while Trump’s tariff probe into imported furniture sent domestic manufacturers higher and import-heavy retailers lower. Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI released Grok 2.5 as open source and revealed plans to simulate enterprise software firms, signaling a new competitive push. Ether fell 4.5% from record highs, with Bitcoin and crypto-related stocks also sliding. Rural mortgage applications jumped 80% as off-grid living gained mainstream traction, while Apple TV+ raised its monthly price to $12.99 amid intensifying streaming competition. Finally, seven-year auto loans have become the new normal, now making up over 21% of new purchases as car prices approach $50,000—though experts warn the extended terms could trap buyers in debt.

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 Markets fell for a fifth straight day, with the S&P 500 retreating after its summer highs and the Nasdaq tracking its worst week since May. Nvidia is in talks with Washington about selling advanced chips to China while halting its H20 production. John Deere faces $600 million in tariff costs and weaker demand but continues to outperform the market. Court filings revealed Elon Musk sought Mark Zuckerberg’s help in a failed bid to buy OpenAI, intensifying their rivalry. Cracker Barrel shares dropped 7% after a logo redesign triggered conservative backlash. Xpeng surged 12% as its CEO bought 3 million shares, signaling confidence. CVS Caremark agreed to pay $290 million to settle Medicare fraud allegations. And Meta inked a $10 billion, six-year deal with Google Cloud to support its AI infrastructure, giving Google a big win against Microsoft and Amazon.

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 In today’s episode, Walmart raised its full-year guidance after a strong second quarter, proving it can navigate tariff headwinds better than rivals like Target and Home Depot. The U.S. and EU unveiled details of a trade agreement that capped key tariffs at 15%, defusing rising tensions. Meta put a sudden freeze on its AI hiring spree after handing out $100 million signing bonuses to top researchers, sparking investor concerns. ESPN rolled out its first flagship streaming app, giving subscribers access to its full linear TV catalog and signaling a major pivot away from cable. Private equity firms swooped in on retail, with Claire’s selling most of its North American stores and Guess agreeing to a $1.4 billion buyout. McDonald’s cut combo meal prices after $18 Big Macs scared off diners. Newegg shares soared 24% after expanding its stock sale program, while Hertz struck a deal with Amazon to sell used rental cars online.

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 In today’s episode, Target tapped COO Michael Fiddelke as its new CEO, but shares sank 10% despite topping earnings expectations, highlighting the retailer’s struggle to keep traffic flowing. Tech stocks dragged the Nasdaq down 1.5% as all of the Magnificent Seven posted losses, while Bitcoin and Ethereum fell in tandem. President Trump escalated his tariff agenda, slapping new duties on more than 400 product categories, from auto parts to chemicals. Robinhood made a surprise move into sports with new football prediction markets aimed at its young trader base. Lowe’s outshined rivals with strong results and an $8.8 billion drywall supplier acquisition, while La-Z-Boy shares plunged 25% on weak guidance. Viking Therapeutics crashed 40% after its obesity drug showed high side effects, handing the edge to Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk. And Air Canada ended a three-day flight attendant strike that disrupted travel for half a million passengers.

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