Year: 2025
Super Micro stock sinks 20% after earnings, outlook disappoint
Super Micro Computer shares plunged 20% on Wednesday after the company posted weaker-than-expected fiscal fourth quarter results, dented in part by President Donald Trump’s tariffs. CEO Charles Liang told investors on a conference call that the company has “taken measures to reduce the impact” of the tariffs. “With respect to the tariffs, the situation is […]
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ESPN flagship streaming service to launch Aug. 21
A general view of the ESPN Monday Night Countdown booth prior to the game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Cincinnati Bengals at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, on Dec. 4, 2023. Mike Carlson | Getty Images ESPN will launch its new flagship streaming service — also named ESPN — on Aug. 21. Disney’s ESPN […]
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Switzerland is in a uniquely difficult position when it comes to tariffs. Here’s why
Bern Skyline taken from the Rosengarten at sunrise in Switzerland. Church centre: Nydeggkirche Cathedral right: Berner Münster Bridge left: Nydeggbrücke Joe Daniel Price | Moment | Getty Images Switzerland is scrambling to make a trade deal with Washington as it looks to avoid a “triple blow” of economic problems after being hit with 39% tariffs […]
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Trump raises India tariffs to 50% over Russian oil purchases
US President Donald Trump meets with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on Feb. 13, 2025. Modi will try to rekindle his bromance with Donal Jim Watson | AFP | Getty Images The White House announced Wednesday that it is imposing an additional 25% tariff […]
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Sen. Warren asks FTC to consider blocking Dick’s-Foot Locker merger over antitrust concerns
Foot Locker and Dick’s Sporting Good stores. Reuters Sen. Elizabeth Warren is calling on the FTC and DOJ to consider blocking Dick’s Sporting Goods’ proposed acquisition of Foot Locker, writing in a letter to the agencies that the merger could cut jobs, raise prices and reduce competition. The missive, sent Tuesday evening, asks the agencies […]
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Tween accessories retailer Claire’s files for bankruptcy again as debt pile looms
People walk by a Claire’s store on December 11, 2024 in San Rafael, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images News | Getty Images Tween retailer Claire’s filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in seven years on Wednesday in the hopes it can reorganize its business and stave off liquidation. The mall-based boutique, long […]
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Shopify stock soars 20% on rosy guidance as CFO says tariff hit ‘did not materialize’
The logo of Shopify is seen outside its headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, on Sept. 28, 2018. Chris Wattie | Reuters Shopify shares soared 20% Wednesday after the company topped analysts’ estimates for the second quarter, and gave rosy guidance for the third quarter. Here’s how the company did, compared with estimates from analysts polled by […]
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Trump views foreign investment pledges as gifts. Trade partners say that’s way off the mark
President Donald Trump is taking a victory lap over the foreign investment pledges he has secured as part of several recent trade deals, variously describing the multi-billion dollar commitments as a “signing bonus” and “seed money” and a “gift.” “If you look at Japan, we’re taking in $550 billion and that’s like a signing bonus […]
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Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: McDonald’s, Snap, Super Micro, Opendoor, Disney and more
Check out the companies making headlines in premarket trading. McDonald’s — Shares of the fast food giant gained more than 4% after second-quarter results surpassed analyst estimates. McDonald’s earned $3.19 per share after adjustments on revenue of $6.84 billion. Analysts polled by LSEG were looking for a profit of $3.15 per share and revenue of […]
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What the end of Energy Star could mean for commercial real estate
An Energy Star sign on a building. Lynne Gilbert | Moment Mobile | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors […]
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