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Hello Reader, Here are our Top Stories of the Week for a snapshot of the most impactful news—from market developments to financial advancements. Let's get into it. Rivian’s AI Leap Sends RIVN Stock SoaringPublished on December 12, 2025 Rivian unveils a custom AI chip and new autonomy models as investors take notice.
Rivian Automotive (RIVN) is taking a major step toward in-house self-driving technology with a new AI chip and autonomy platform that sparked a sharp rally in the stock.
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Rivian introduced a custom AI chip and new autonomous driving models designed to
RH Stock Jumps After Mixed Quarter as Investors Look AheadPublished on December 12, 2025 Restoration Hardware Holdings (RH) shares rallied despite soft earnings and lowered guidance.
Luxury home retailer RH delivered a mixed third-quarter update, but the stock surged as investors focused on improving cash flow and long-term strategy rather than near-term margin pressure.
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RH beat revenue expectations but missed earnings estimates for the quarter.
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Broadcom’s Strong AI Surge Meets Sky-High Market ExpectationsPublished on December 12, 2025 Broadcom (AVGO) delivered standout AI-driven results but investors wanted even more.
Broadcom reported powerful quarterly results fueled by booming demand for artificial intelligence hardware, yet the stock tumbled as expectations ran ahead of even the company’s strong performance. The update offers a clearer picture of where AVGO stands in the fast-evolving AI race.
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Lululemon Stock Jumps After Q3 Beat and CEO Exit Sparks Fresh StartPublished on December 12, 2025 A stronger quarter and a leadership shake-up put Lululemon Athletica (LULU) back in the investment news spotlight.
Lululemon Athletica is entering a pivotal chapter as longtime CEO Calvin McDonald prepares to step down while the company posts better-than-expected third-quarter results. The mix of solid earnings, slowing U.S. demand, and a global growth story has pushed investors to re-analyze
Adobe Rallies on Strong Earnings and AI MomentumPublished on December 11, 2025 Adobe (ADBE) delivers a record quarter as AI adoption accelerates.
Adobe is back in the spotlight after reporting stronger-than-expected earnings, fueled by rapid growth in its artificial intelligence tools and creative software ecosystem. The company continues to position itself as a leader among companies that are good to invest in as generative AI reshapes digital content.
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Oracle Drops Despite Big Earnings Beat and Massive AI BacklogPublished on December 11, 2025 Oracle’s (ORCL) latest earnings show strong AI demand but rising financial risks.
Oracle delivered a dramatic earnings report this week, featuring a huge profit beat, accelerating cloud momentum, and one of the largest AI backlogs in the industry. But the stock still plunged as investors questioned the cost of Oracle’s rapid expansion.
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Oracle beat earnings estimates thanks
Chewy Posts Steady Q3 Gains as Autoship Momentum StrengthensPublished on December 10, 2025
The pet retailer’s latest results show improving margins and loyal customer growth.
Chewy (CHWY) delivered stronger-than-expected third-quarter results, even as its fourth-quarter outlook weighed on investor sentiment. The company continues to lean on loyal recurring customers and expanding services to support growth.
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Q3 revenue rose 8.3% to $3.12 billion, driven by volume and
Twenty One Capital Slides After Debut Despite Massive Bitcoin StockpilePublished on December 10, 2025 Twenty One Capital's (XXI) first trading day delivered volatility and big questions for investors.
Twenty One Capital, the newest Bitcoin-focused company to hit public markets, saw its shares plunge nearly 20% on debut following its SPAC merger with Cantor Equity Partners. Despite the weak start, the company enters the market with one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holdings in the world.
Toll Brothers Shares Slip as 2026 Outlook Clouds MomentumPublished on December 9, 2025
Toll Brothers (TOL) posts mixed results and cautious guidance.
Toll Brothers, the luxury homebuilder, delivered a quarter that stirred fresh investment news as contracts and revenue beat expectations but earnings and guidance fell short. The market quickly reacted, pulling shares lower despite pockets of strength in its affluent buyer base.
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Toll Brothers beat revenue
Nvidia Gains on U.S. Approval for H200 Chip ExportsPublished on December 9, 2025 A major policy shift opens the door for Nvidia (NVDA) to re-enter a massive AI market.
Nvidia is back in the spotlight after the U.S. government announced it will permit exports of the company’s H200 AI chips to approved buyers in China. The development could restore access to a significant revenue stream the chip designer previously lost under export restrictions.
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The U.S.
Carvana: S&P 500 Debut Caps One of Market’s Biggest ComebacksPublished on December 8, 2025 Carvana’s (CVNA) leap into the S&P 500 signals a new chapter for the online auto retailer.
Carvana’s upcoming addition to the S&P 500 marks a dramatic milestone for a company that only two years ago faced bankruptcy speculation. The online used-car retailer has rebounded sharply, fueled by strong operations, record profitability, and growing investor confidence.
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Paramount Skydance’s Raises the Stakes With Bold $30 Bid for WBDPublished on December 8, 2025
A major takeover fight erupts as Paramount (PSKY) challenges Netflix (NFLX) for control of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
Paramount Skydance’s surprise $30-per-share all-cash bid has escalated the battle for Warner Bros. Discovery, reshaping expectations for investors watching one of the biggest media deals in years.
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Paramount launches a $108.4 billion hostile bid, topping
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