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American Eagle Outfitters Q2 Revenue Misses Expectations, Shares Drop 7% NEW YORK – American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (NYSE: AEO) reported second-quarter revenue that fell short of analysts’ expectations on Thursday, sending shares down 7%. Key Financial Results Revenue: $1.3 billion (vs. $1.31 billion expected) Adjusted Earnings per Share (EPS): $0.39 (in line with forecasts) Revenue Growth: 8% year-over-year Comparable Sales: American Eagle Brand: +5% Aerie: +4% Strategic Progress "Our Powering Profitable Growth strategy is off to a great start, locking in a strong first half and setting us on track to achieve the high end of our prior operating profit…

Marathon Oil Shareholders Approve $16 Billion Acquisition by ConocoPhillips In a significant move in the oil industry, Marathon Oil shareholders have given the green light to the company’s acquisition by ConocoPhillips. This nearly $16 billion deal is expected to close in late fourth quarter of 2024, pending approval from the Federal Trade Commission. The merger between Marathon Oil and ConocoPhillips is set to reshape the landscape of the oil market, creating a powerhouse in the industry. With this acquisition, ConocoPhillips will strengthen its position as a leading player in the sector, while Marathon Oil shareholders stand to benefit from the…

UBS Report: France’s Political Uncertainty Impacting Financial Markets The latest UBS report highlights the ongoing political uncertainty in France as the country awaits the appointment of a new Prime Minister. President Macron’s rejection of the left-wing alliance NFP’s candidate has put France in an unprecedented situation, with the budget plan for 2025 looming. The lack of a new Prime Minister adds to the uncertainty, especially with other parties threatening a no-confidence motion. The report points out that significant fiscal changes are unlikely, given the right-wing majority in the Senate. France, currently under the EU’s excessive deficit procedure, must implement fiscal…

Breaking News: Ukrainian F-16 Jet Destroyed in Crash, Wall Street Journal Reports In a recent report by the Wall Street Journal, a Ukrainian F-16 jet was destroyed in a crash on Monday, according to a U.S. official. The official mentioned that the incident appeared to be due to pilot error rather than enemy fire. Ukraine’s air force has not yet responded to requests for comment on the report. This news comes at a time of heightened tensions in the region, with implications for global security and the financial markets. As the world’s best investment manager and financial market journalist, it…

Meta Introduces Parent-Managed Accounts for Preteens in Horizon Worlds VR Platform Meta has recently announced exciting news for parents with preteens aged 10 to 12, as they can now explore age-appropriate worlds in the Horizon Worlds VR platform. Parents will have the ability to approve specific worlds for their children to experience, such as The Space Station, The Aquarium, and Spy School racing game. In addition to this, Meta has implemented new safety measures to ensure the protection of kids while using the platform. A new rating system has been introduced, categorizing worlds as 10+, 13+, or 18+, allowing parents…

The Crypto Community’s Euphoria: Are Lower Interest Rates Fueling a Bitcoin Boom? As the crypto community buzzes with excitement over the possibility of lower interest rates, renowned investor Arthur Hayes urges caution. In a recent essay, Hayes warned against premature celebrations, calling the current market surge a “sugar rush” fueled by Jerome Powell’s announcement of impending rate cuts. Powell’s announcement sent expectations soaring, but Hayes warns that the long-term consequences could be far more complex than many realize. Narrowing the interest rate differentials between major currencies like the dollar, pound, euro, and yen could pose significant risks for the global…

Bernstein SocGen Group Upgrades Whitbread PLC Stock to Outperform, Raises Price Target to £33.00: What Investors Need to Know In a recent development, Bernstein SocGen Group has shifted its stance on shares of Whitbread PLC (LON::LN) (OTC: WTBCF), upgrading the stock from Market Perform to Outperform and increasing the price target to £33.00 from £31.40. This move comes as the hospitality giant has seen its shares decline by 22% year-to-date, resulting in a record low price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of less than 12 times for an expected 12% earnings per share (EPS) growth. The firm acknowledges Whitbread’s relatively low return on…

Investment Manager’s Insider Report: Greek-flagged Oil Tanker Sounion Fire Update – No Oil Spill Detected in Red Sea! In a recent development, the EU’s Red Sea naval mission Aspides has confirmed that no oil spill has been detected on the Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion in the Red Sea, despite reports of ‘multiple fires’ on the main deck of the vessel. The Houthis, on the other hand, announced on Wednesday that they have agreed to allow the towing of the Sounion, which has been engulfed in flames since August 23. The EU mission has assured that it is prepared to “facilitate…

Super Micro Computer Faces Investor Scrutiny Over Delayed 10-K Filing: What It Means for Your Investments Barclays analysts have raised concerns on Thursday about Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) after the tech company announced a delay in filing its crucial 10-K annual report. The delayed filing, initially due on August 29, is attributed to the need for additional time to evaluate its internal controls over financial reporting. The analysts at Barclays believe this delay could amplify existing concerns about SMCI’s corporate governance and internal control practices. "We think it may raise more scrutiny on its corporate governance and internal control…

By Katie Paul Unlocking the Power of Meta’s Llama AI Models: A Game-Changer for Companies like Goldman Sachs and AT&T Meta (NASDAQ:) has revolutionized the business landscape with its Llama artificial intelligence models, now utilized by industry giants such as Goldman Sachs and AT&T for essential functions like customer service, document review, and code generation. In a recent statement, Meta revealed the staggering impact of its free Llama models, which have been downloaded nearly 350 million times since their public release last year. Cloud providers like Amazon (NASDAQ:) Web Services and Microsoft (NASDAQ:) Azure have witnessed a significant uptick in…