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Microsoft Shatters Expectations with a 13% Revenue Surge to $70.1B in Q3 2025

Emily Rodriguez 01 May, 2025

Microsoft Corporation reports a 13% revenue increase to $70.1 billion in Q3 2025, exceeding analysts' expectations and showcasing the company's strong financial performance.

Business

Robinhood Soars in Q1: A Staggering 50% Revenue Jump to $927 Million

Sarah Mitchell 01 May, 2025

Robinhood Markets Inc. announces a 50% increase in Q1 net revenue to $927 million, marking a significant milestone in its fiscal 2025 performance. Details on the factors driving th...

Business

Qualcomm Surges Ahead: Q2 Revenue Jumps 17% to $10.9 Billion Amidst Tech Boom

Sarah Mitchell 01 May, 2025

Qualcomm Inc. announces a 17% revenue increase to $10.9 billion in Q2 fiscal 2025, with net sales up 21% and EPS growing by 22%. The company also reports strong first-half results ...

Market

Dow Jones Climbs 140 Points Despite Q1 GDP Decline and Slow Job Growth

Michael Lee 01 May, 2025

US markets ended higher with the Dow Jones up by 140 points, overcoming early losses from a Q1 GDP decline and slow job growth. A late rally, driven by earnings anticipation, rever...

Business

Airbus Soars with a 6% Revenue Jump to €13.5 Billion in Q1 2025

Emily Rodriguez 01 May, 2025

Airbus SE announces a 6% revenue increase to €13.5 billion in Q1 2025, with net income up by 33%. CEO Guillaume Faury discusses the company's progress and supply chain challenges.

Business

Google CEO Sundar Pichai Criticizes DOJ's Proposal as Overreach, Warns of Risks to Innovation and Privacy

James Carter 01 May, 2025

Google CEO Sundar Pichai criticizes the DOJ's proposed remedies for being overly extensive, warning they could hinder innovation and risk user privacy. He also discusses the compet...

Economy

Surprising Growth in US Private Sector: ADP Reports 62K Jobs Added in April Amid Economic Uncertainty

Sarah Mitchell 01 May, 2025

The ADP National Employment Report reveals a 62,000 increase in US private sector jobs in September, below analysts' forecasts. Medium companies added the most jobs, while the serv...

Economy

US Economy Shrinks 0.3% in Q1 2025: Tariff Wars and Spending Cuts Take Their Toll

Michael Lee 01 May, 2025

The US GDP fell by 0.3% in Q1 2025, the first decline since 2022, due to increased imports and reduced federal spending. Consumer demand remained strong, but inflation pressures gr...

Economy

March Sees a Surge: US Personal Spending Climbs 0.7% Amid Economic Shifts

Ryan Peterson 01 May, 2025

US personal spending increased by 0.7% in March, with personal income also seeing growth. The PCE price index contracted slightly, indicating mixed economic signals.

Economy

Surge in US Pending Home Sales: March Sees a 6.1% Leap, Highest Since 2023

Ryan Peterson 01 May, 2025

US pending home sales experienced a notable 6.1% increase in March, the highest since December 2023, with regional variations showing the South leading the growth. Experts attribut...

Economy

Sheinbaum Praises US Auto Tariff Easing as a Positive Move for North American Trade

Sarah Mitchell 01 May, 2025

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum applauds the US's decision to ease auto tariffs, marking a positive step for North American trade relations under the USMCA. Discussions on furt...

Market

Supermicro's Stock Plummets 20% Amid Cooling AI Demand and Rising Costs Crisis

James Carter 01 May, 2025

Super Micro Computer Inc. faces a nearly 20% stock drop after slashing Q3 forecasts, citing delayed orders and higher costs. Revenue now expected between $4.5B-$4.6B, down from $5B...

Market

US Crude Oil Inventories See Significant Drop: A 2.7M Barrel Decrease Sparks Market Interest

Ryan Peterson 01 May, 2025

The EIA reports a 2.7M barrel decrease in US crude oil inventories, with refinery inputs up and gasoline production down. Crude imports fell slightly, while total petroleum invento...

Business

Google CEO Sundar Pichai Criticizes DOJ's Proposal as Overreach, Warns of Privacy Risks

Jessica Bennett 01 May, 2025

Google CEO Sundar Pichai criticizes the DOJ's proposed remedies for being too extreme, warning of risks to innovation and user privacy, while also discussing Google's position in t...

Business

Microsoft Unveils Strategic 'Digital Commitments' to Empower Europe's Tech Future

Sarah Mitchell 01 May, 2025

Microsoft announces five digital commitments to Europe, focusing on AI, cloud ecosystems, cybersecurity, and data privacy, while advocating for trans-Atlantic cooperation.

Business

GE HealthCare Surpasses Expectations with a 3% Revenue Jump to $4.8 Billion in Q1

Jessica Bennett 01 May, 2025

GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. reports a 3% revenue increase to $4.8 billion in Q1 2025, surpassing expectations with a 50.8% jump in net income and a $1 billion share repurchase ...

Business

Novartis AG Announces Groundbreaking $1.7 Billion Acquisition of Regulus Therapeutics Inc.

Ryan Peterson 01 May, 2025

Novartis AG is set to acquire Regulus Therapeutics Inc. in a deal potentially worth $1.7 billion, aiming to bring innovative treatments like farabursen to patients with ADPKD, pend...

Business

Intel Faces Leadership Shake-Up as Chief Commercial Officer Christoph Schell Announces Resignation

James Carter 01 May, 2025

Intel Corporation's Chief Commercial Officer Christoph Schell has resigned, effective June 30, to pursue another career opportunity. This marks the second significant leadership ch...

Economy

Germany's Inflation Rate Dips Slightly to 2.1% in April: A Closer Look at the Numbers

Olivia Carter 01 May, 2025

Germany's annual inflation rate slightly decreased to 2.1% in April from 2.2% in March, with the CPI rising 0.4% month-on-month. Core inflation, excluding food and energy, was 2.9%...

Economy

Unexpected Slowdown: US Private Sector Adds Only 62K Jobs in April, Falling Short of Expectations

Michael Lee 01 May, 2025

The US private sector added only 62,000 jobs in April, falling short of expectations. Medium companies led with 40,000 jobs, while the service sector added 34,000, but education an...

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