ASML, a prominent semiconductor firm, experienced a significant drop in its net sales and net income, falling short of estimates. The company’s stock took a hit, declining by approximately 4.5% in early European trading following the release of its financial results. Net sales were reported at 5.29 billion euros, compared to the expected 5.39 billion
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Adidas shares rose by 8.2% on Wednesday following an announcement that the company had raised its full-year guidance unexpectedly. According to the German sportswear company, currency-neutral revenues are now expected to see a mid-to high-single-digit growth rate for the full year 2024. This is in comparison to the previous projection of growth near a mid-single-digit
The once-iconic shoemaker, Dr. Martens, saw its shares plummet by a staggering 30% as it delivered a grim 2025 outlook, fueled by dwindling revenues. The company’s prediction of a double-digit decline in wholesale revenue for the U.S. market in the upcoming year sent shockwaves through the industry. This revelation led to a temporary suspension of
UnitedHealth Group, one of the largest health care companies in the United States, recently faced a significant cyberattack on its Change Healthcare subsidiary. This breach led to a disruption in billing and payment services, impacting health care providers across the country. The aftermath of this cyberattack has raised questions about the vulnerability of the health
The market is currently attempting to recover from the selloff that occurred on Friday. A key factor influencing this rebound is the pullback in oil prices due to hopes that the conflict in the Middle East will not escalate further following Iran’s attacks on Israel. Despite a slight increase in consumer inflation last month, retail
Wells Fargo recently reported its first-quarter earnings and revenue, exceeding the expectations set by Wall Street analysts. Despite a decline in net interest income, the bank managed to outperform projections: Earnings per share came in at $1.26 cents adjusted compared to the expected $1.11 cents, while revenue totaled $20.86 billion, surpassing the $20.20 billion estimate.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has recently reported a significant surge in monthly revenue for March, driven by the ongoing demand for high-end chips in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector. The company announced a record revenue of 195.2 billion new Taiwan dollars ($6.1 billion) for the month, representing a remarkable 34.3% year-on-year increase. This surge
Foxconn, one of the leading manufacturers of the Apple iPhone, recently reported a 9.6% dip in revenue for the first quarter of 2024. This decline, compared to the same period last year, raised concerns among investors and economists alike. The company’s first-quarter revenue of 1.32 trillion New Taiwan dollars ($41.2 billion) was also significantly lower,
ClearBank, a prominent British financial technology firm, has recently achieved a significant milestone by securing its first full year of profit. This accomplishment comes as a result of a 91% increase in revenues, largely due to higher interest rates that have driven substantial growth in its operations. The company’s journey to profitability has been marked
Walgreens recently released its fiscal second-quarter report, showcasing a mixed bag of results. While the company reported sales that surpassed analyst expectations, it lowered the high end of its full-year adjusted earnings outlook. A challenging retail environment in the U.S. was cited as a key factor contributing to this adjustment. The sizable net loss incurred