Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) – Activist investor Starboard
Value acquired about $1 billion in Pfizer shares, seeking changes
to improve performance. Former CEO Ian Read and former CFO Frank
D’Amelio showed interest in supporting Starboard, according to
Reuters. Pfizer is facing a significant decline in COVID-19 vaccine
and drug sales, leading to a stock drop. Shares rose 2.2%
pre-market after closing up 0.9% on Friday.
Rio Tinto (NYSE:RIO), Arcadium
Lithium (NYSE:ALTM) – It was confirmed on Monday that Rio
Tinto is negotiating the purchase of lithium producer Arcadium
Lithium, estimated between $4 billion and $6 billion. The
acquisition would strengthen Rio’s position as one of the largest
lithium producers, essential for electric vehicle batteries.
Falling lithium prices made Arcadium an attractive target. Shares
fell 0.6% pre-market after closing down 0.2% on Friday.
Novo Nordisk (NYSE:NVO) – Danish pharmaceutical
company Novo Nordisk announced a $158.2 million (864 million reais)
investment to renovate its factory in Montes Claros, Brazil. This
facility is responsible for a quarter of global insulin production
and will implement sustainable projects. The announcement was made
during a meeting between President Lula and Queen Mary of Denmark.
Shares rose 1.0% pre-market.
BP (NYSE:BP) – BP abandoned its goal of cutting
oil and gas production by 40% by 2030, adjusting its strategy to
focus on short-term returns and increased investment in projects in
the Middle East and the Gulf of Mexico. The company still aims for
net-zero emissions by 2050 but prioritizes more profitable oil and
gas assets. Shares rose 0.2% pre-market after closing up 1.3% on
Friday.
Shell (NYSE:SHEL) – Shell’s refining profit
margins fell 30% in Q3, reaching $5.5 per barrel due to declining
global demand and new refineries. The company also expects lower
earnings on October 31 due to petrochemical trading. However,
increased liquefied natural gas (LNG) and oil production offset
some losses. Shares rose 0.4% pre-market after closing up 0.1% on
Friday.
Samsung Electronics (USOTC:SSNHZ) – Samsung
Electronics is expected to report a more than fourfold increase in
quarterly profits, reaching $7.67 billion (10.33 trillion won),
driven by improved chip demand. However, its recovery is slowing
due to a delayed response to the AI chip market and increased
competition from rivals like SK Hynix and Micron.
Foxconn (USOTC:FXCOF) – Foxconn reported its
highest quarterly revenue, driven by strong demand for AI servers,
reaching $57.3 billion (T$1.85 trillion), a 20.2% increase
year-over-year. The revenue boost came from AI server demand, with
strong growth in its cloud and network division. Despite quarterly
growth in consumer electronics, annual performance remained
flat.
Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU) – Micron
Technology CEO Sanjay Mehrotra plans to sell up to $20 million in
company shares starting November 7. The sale will occur through a
trading plan under Rule 10b5-1, which automates transactions based
on pre-established conditions like price and volume. Shares fell
0.4% pre-market after closing up 0.4% on Friday.
Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) – Google is testing
checkmarks next to some companies in its search results to help
users identify trusted sources and avoid fraudulent sites. This
feature is aimed at protecting brands and offering accurate
information. The feature is still in the experimental phase and is
not widely available. Shares fell 0.5% pre-market after closing up
0.7% on Friday.
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) – Meta Platforms
launched Movie Gen, a new AI tool that creates or edits videos
based on text prompts. The feature is currently available to some
employees and partners to increase engagement across the company’s
platforms. Meta is also testing a new “Local” tab on Facebook,
showing users content based on location, such as neighborhood
activities and items for sale. Additionally, Meta is developing an
“Explore” tab and a full-screen video section to attract younger
users. Shares fell 0.3% pre-market after closing up 2.3% on
Friday.
OpenAI – OpenAI is now worth more than 87% of
S&P 500 companies, becoming one of the most valuable private
companies after raising $6.6 billion, reaching a valuation of $157
billion. Despite projecting $11.6 billion in revenue by 2025, the
company expects $5 billion in losses this year. Investors see
future potential, but Wall Street remains skeptical due to strong
competition from companies like Google and Meta.
Trump Media & Technology (NASDAQ:DJT) –
Trump Media & Technology, owner of Truth Social, saw its stock
rise 2% on Friday after announcing the departure of COO Andrew
Northwall on September 28. The company did not disclose the reason
for his departure and plans to redistribute his duties internally.
Shares, down 72% from their March peak, rose 2.7% pre-market.
Palantir Technologies (NYSE:PLTR) – Palantir
Technologies shares rose 2% on Friday, reaching a new high of
$40.01, following a 4.7% gain on Thursday. Recently, Chairman Peter
Thiel sold more than 12.4 million shares for $457.4 million.
Although shares are up 130% this year, some analysts are cautious
due to high valuations and elevated multiples. Shares fell 0.4%
pre-market.
Boeing (NYSE:BA) – Boeing will resume contract
negotiations with its largest union, IAM, on October 7, aiming to
resolve a strike involving around 33,000 workers. The company
prioritizes an agreement due to rising debt and financial pressure,
while seeking a 30% wage increase over four years. Additionally,
Italian prosecutors charged seven people and two subcontractors
with fraud and safety violations following an investigation into
defective parts supplied to Boeing. The investigations revealed
that the subcontractors used unsuitable materials, compromising
aircraft safety. Boeing and Leonardo cooperated with the
investigation, which identified over 5,000 non-compliant
components. Shares fell 0.6% pre-market after closing up 3.0% on
Friday.
General Motors (NYSE:GM) – General Motors
temporarily suspended truck and SUV production at its Flint,
Michigan, and Arlington, Texas, plants due to supplier disruptions
caused by Hurricane Helene. The automaker is working with suppliers
to resume operations quickly, minimizing impacts on its plants.
Shares fell 0.1% pre-market after closing up 1.6% on Friday.
Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) – Stellantis sued the
United Auto Workers (UAW) union for threatening a strike, alleging
contract violations due to delays in planned investments. The
automaker seeks compensation for financial losses and argues that
investments depend on market conditions, while UAW claims the
company backed out of agreed commitments. Shares fell 1.3%
pre-market after closing up 1.8% on Friday.
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) – Tesla’s Robotaxi Day is
scheduled for Thursday, representing a crucial opportunity for the
company to reinforce its leadership in automotive innovation.
Shares rose 0.3% pre-market after closing up 3.9% on Friday.
Rivian Automotive (NASDAQ:RIVN) – Rivian
lowered its annual production forecast due to parts shortages and
weak demand for electric vehicles. The company now expects to
produce between 47,000 and 49,000 vehicles, down from the previous
forecast of 57,000, facing challenges in deliveries and costs.
Rivian delivered 10,018 vehicles in Q3, missing analysts’ estimates
of 12,078. The company reaffirmed its annual delivery forecast
between 50,500 and 52,000 vehicles, while market expectations were
53,491. Additionally, Rivian applied for a federal loan to build
its electric vehicle factory in Georgia, according to a U.S.
Department of Energy document. While the loan amount and terms were
not disclosed, the factory will begin partial operations in Q3
2027. Shares fell 0.6% pre-market after closing down 3.2% on
Friday.
Wynn Resorts (NASDAQ:WYNN) – Wynn Resorts
obtained the first commercial gaming license in the UAE, granted by
the General Gaming Regulatory Authority. The company is developing
a luxury resort on Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, in
partnership with Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding. This decision
follows legal reforms allowing gambling in the region. Shares rose
3.4% pre-market after closing up 2.3% on Friday.
Vista Outdoor (NYSE:VSTO) – Vista Outdoor Inc.
agreed to sell its ammunition and outdoor gear divisions for
approximately $3.4 billion. The outdoor gear unit, Revelyst, will
be sold to Strategic Value Partners for $1.13 billion, while the
ammunition business, Kinetic Group, will be acquired by
Czechoslovak Group for $2.23 billion. Shares rose 6.8% pre-market
after closing up 1.1% on Friday.
McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) – McDonald’s will launch
the Chicken Big Mac in the U.S. on October 10, replacing beef
patties with fried chicken in the classic Big Mac. The launch is
part of the expansion of its chicken offerings, including McNuggets
and McCrispy, aiming to boost sales in a challenging year.
Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) – Goldman Sachs
economists reported that the likelihood of a U.S. recession next
year fell back to 15%, following a strong September jobs report.
The 254,000 job increase and the unemployment rate falling to 4.1%
supported expectations of moderate interest rate cuts by the
Federal Reserve. Additionally, Goldman Sachs upgraded its
recommendation for Chinese stocks to overweight, highlighting the
positive impact of Beijing’s recent stimulus package. Analysts
predict indices could rise 15%-20% if policy measures are
implemented, though they caution about potential challenges, such
as weaker fiscal stimulus and global risks. Shares fell 0.2%
pre-market after closing up 1.9% on Friday.
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