Economy

“US shoppers cut spending as economic outlook concerns mount”

“…Many retailers reported solid sales at the end of last year, but warned of slower growth in 2025, and industry data shows that their forecasts are already playing out. Footfall to US stores fell by 4.3 per cent year on… Continue Reading…

Stocks

“Target shares spike as profits rise, despite cautious sales outlook”

“Target said Wednesday that sales grew about 3% in its fiscal second quarter, a return to growth after a prolonged stretch of sluggish sales and squeezed profits… Even so, the company stuck by its previous full-year sales forecast and struck a… Continue Reading…

Stocks

“Amazon shares tumble after third-quarter outlook disappoints”

“Amazon shares closed down about 8.7% on Friday, a day after the company reported mixed second-quarter results and gave a forecast for the third quarter that fell short of Wall Street’s expectations. Revenue in the second quarter rose 10% from a year earlier… Continue Reading…

Business

“JPMorgan Hikes BYD’s Price Target by More Than 80% on Outlook”

“JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s analysts raised their price targets for BYD Co. by more than 80% on expectations the Chinese automaker will deliver 6 million vehicles globally in the next two years… BYD has focused on boosting international sales and… Continue Reading…

Business, Stocks

“JetBlue shares tumble nearly 19% after airline lowers 2024 revenue outlook”

“…JetBlue has been on a cost-cutting spree, culling unprofitable routes, and focusing on those with steady demand and high sales for premium seats. The carrier last month called off its merger agreement with budget carrier Spirit Airlines after a judge blocked that $3.8 billion deal… Continue Reading…

Cryptocurrencies, Economy, Precious Metals

“Worsening US debt outlook seen more in gold and bitcoin than in bonds”

“…The U.S. budget deficit widened to $1.7 trillion in fiscal year 2023 and is on track to reach $2.6 trillion by 2034, according to the Congressional Budget Office. U.S. government debt held by the public, meanwhile, is on pace to… Continue Reading…

Stocks

“Dr. Martens shares plunge 30% to all-time low, trading briefly halted on weak outlook”

“Shares of Dr. Martens plunged 30% on Tuesday to hit a record low, after the shoemaker flagged a challenging 2025 outlook on the back of weaker revenues. Trading in the company shares was temporarily suspended on the London Stock Exchange… Continue Reading…

Business, Stocks

“HelloFresh shares dive 42% after meal kit giant warns on outlook”

“… …” https://www.cnbc.com/2024/03/08/hellofresh-shares-dive-42percent-after-meal-kit-giant-warns-on-outlook.html

Business

“Hugo Boss plunges 13% on pessimistic sales outlook”

“Shares of Hugo Boss plunged 13% Thursday, after warning that it may fail to meet its 2025 sales target amid weakening consumer demand. The German high-end fashion brand was on course for its worst trading day since 2016, after it said it… Continue Reading…