Stocks plunged Thursday despite Nvidia delivering blowout earnings, with the Nasdaq falling 2.15% and volatility spiking to April highs. Nvidia posted $57 billion in revenue and strong guidance—but shares still sank, signaling investor anxiety over AI valuations. The September jobs report showed 119,000 new jobs and rising unemployment at 4.4%, a mixed signal for the Fed as it considers future rate cuts. Bitcoin fell 3.4%, marking a 23% monthly drop—its worst since 2022—as ETF outflows and leveraged liquidations rattled crypto markets. Coinbase, MicroStrategy, and Marathon Digital slumped alongside the broader risk-off sentiment. Walmart jumped 6.5% after raising guidance and announcing a Nasdaq move, while Topgolf Callaway sold a majority stake in its entertainment business for $1.1 billion to refocus on golf equipment. And Waymo announced plans to test its robotaxis in Minneapolis, Tampa, and New Orleans, aiming for full driverless rollout next year.

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Walmart crushed earnings and raised outlook on e-commerce strength, winning customers across all incomes while competitors cut guidance. The retailer is also reportedly acquiring R&A Data to combat marketplace counterfeits. Nvidia delivered $57 billion in revenue with CEO Jensen Huang saying Blackwell sales are "off the charts," validating the AI investment thesis and sending shares up 5%. Fed minutes revealed deep division on rate cuts as Trump attacked Powell saying he'd "love to fire his ass," with incomplete labor data complicating December decisions. Sotheby's sold Klimt's "Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer" for $236.4 million, the most expensive 20th-century artwork ever auctioned. Dell delayed Project Maverick—replacing 4,700 applications and 70,000 servers—by three months. Bezos returned as co-CEO of $6.2 billion AI startup Project Prometheus building "world models" for robotics. Home buyers face strongest market since 2013 but Redfin notes affordability remains the binding constraint as mortgage rates rise.

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Nvidia’s earnings could cause a record $320 billion stock swing, as investors look for clues about the AI boom's speed. Ford Motor partnered with Amazon to sell certified used cars online, allowing customers to secure financing and start paperwork digitally. The cash price for Wegovy and Ozempic dropped 30% to $349 a month for customers without insurance coverage. Home Depot missed earnings for the third straight quarter and cut its profit outlook, citing "consumer uncertainty" and housing pressure. Panera Bread launched its "Panera RISE" strategy to reverse customer losses caused by past cuts to portions and staff. Toyota announced a $912 million U.S. investment, mostly in West Virginia, to boost the assembly of hybrid-compatible engines. Netflix is pushing into merchandising and physical locations by opening "Netflix House" venues to build on its biggest franchises. E.W. Scripps stock jumped nearly 40% after rival Sinclair purchased an 8% stake, signaling potential M&A activity.

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Jeep is betting on a turnaround after sales plunged 40% since 2018, launching the all-electric Recon SUV and new Cherokee while cutting prices and hiring LL Cool J for marketing—but quality issues and 146 days of inventory remain major headwinds. Target and Starbucks launched an exclusive Frozen Peppermint Hot Chocolate as both chains face declining traffic and sales. Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway bought its first-ever stake in Google—$4.3 billion worth—sending shares up 5% and signaling confidence in Alphabet's AI story. Gold futures opened at $4,084 as Fed rate cut probability plummeted from 93.7% to 44.6% in just one month. Ford CEO Jim Farley warned of a skilled trades crisis with 5,000 mechanic positions paying $120K sitting empty, revealing America's workforce preparation problem. Pittsburgh earned the title of most affordable major metro with a $250K median home price, $150K below the national median. J&J acquired Halda Therapeutics for $3.05 billion, following its $14.6 billion January deal for Intra-Cellular Therapies. Bitcoin miners are repurposing computational heat to warm homes, with the industry producing enough excess energy annually to heat Finland.

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Warren Buffett is sitting on a record $382 billion+ in cash at Berkshire Hathaway — but that doesn’t mean you should stop investing.

In this episode, Andrew breaks down why Buffett’s cash pile has nothing to do with the average investor’s plan, how copying billionaire moves can wreck your wealth, and why time in the market always beats trying to time it. You’ll learn the real reasons Buffett holds cash, why he still has hundreds of billions invested in stocks, and how everyday investors can avoid the trap of waiting for “the perfect moment” to invest. If you’ve ever wondered whether Buffett’s strategy means you should sit on the sidelines, this episode sets the record straight.

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 Tesla shareholders approved Elon Musk’s historic $1 trillion pay plan, granting him 12 tranches of shares tied to performance milestones — including mass-producing 1 million Optimus robots. President Trump announced agreements with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to drastically lower GLP-1 obesity drug prices, with Medicare set to cover them starting mid-2026. Target is revamping its e-commerce strategy to improve in-store experiences after customer complaints. Gold prices rose 2% to around $4,080 an ounce as lawmakers move toward ending the government shutdown. China imposed new export controls on fentanyl precursor chemicals following a trade deal with the U.S. American household debt reached a record $18 trillion, with credit card and auto loan delinquencies climbing. Wendy’s will close 300 restaurants in Q4 to cut costs and boost profitability. And Rivian approved a $4.6 billion pay package for CEO RJ Scaringe, tied to future profitability and share price growth.

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 Tesla shareholders voted overwhelmingly to approve Elon Musk’s massive $1 trillion compensation package, which could boost his ownership stake to 25% if performance targets are met. Airline stocks tumbled as the FAA canceled thousands of flights due to staffing shortages tied to the ongoing government shutdown. Snap surged nearly 20% after beating revenue estimates and announcing a $400 million partnership with Perplexity AI, while Pinterest plunged over 20% after issuing weak guidance. Warner Bros. Discovery reported disappointing results and continues weighing a possible sale to Paramount Skydance. DoorDash fell 10% after missing profit forecasts despite strong order growth. Amazon raised prices more aggressively than Walmart and Target to offset tariffs, challenging its reputation as the low-cost leader. Target is overhauling its fulfillment strategy to improve the in-store experience, and Hooters’ original founders have reacquired the brand, pledging to modernize the menu and tone down its image.

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