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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. Lululemon Hit by Sluggish U.S. Sales and Tariff Headwinds, Shares Plunge 20%Published on June 6, 2025 Lululemon Athletica (LULU) delivered a mixed earnings report for the first quarter of fiscal 2026—topping revenue and profit expectations, yet triggering a sharp selloff as weakened guidance and soft U.S. sales spooked investors.Muted Growth Despite Beating Expectations Lululemon reported earnings per share of $2.60 for the quarter ended May 4, narrowly edging out Wall Street estimates of $2.58. Broadcom’s AI Surge Hits Wall Street Speed Bump Despite Strong QuarterPublished on June 6, 2025 Broadcom (AVGO) delivered a solid second-quarter earnings report, driven by soaring demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure. Yet, despite record sales and impressive AI revenue growth, shares of the semiconductor and software giant dipped, as Wall Street weighed high expectations against only modest outperformance. AI Drives Record Sales, But Investors Wanted MoreBroadcom’s Tesla Plunges, Market Wobbles as Musk–Trump Feud EruptsPublished on June 5, 2025 Tesla's (TSLA) historic stock drop rattled markets Thursday. The plunge followed a bitter and highly public political clash between CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump, triggering fears about the future of federal support for Musk’s business empire. The dispute overshadowed otherwise mixed economic news, dragging down the broader market and highlighting the growing unpredictability of MongoDB Rebounds Sharply as Atlas Cloud Growth Fuels Bullish ForecastPublished on June 5, 2025 MongoDB (MDB) stunned Wall Street this week with a fiscal first-quarter earnings report that beat expectations and reset the tone for fiscal year 2026. Shares jumped more than 17% in early trading Thursday, erasing much of the year-to-date decline that had seen the stock down roughly 15% after a brutal 43% drop in 2024. Fueling the rebound: a return to strong growth for its flagship cloud CrowdStrike Slides After Cautious Outlook Dampens Earnings BeatPublished on June 4, 2025 Cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike (CRWD) saw its stock fall more than 5% Wednesday, as investors digested a mixed set of first-quarter results and underwhelming guidance. Though the company exceeded profit expectations and showed solid momentum in key areas, revenue figures and forward-looking statements disappointed in a market primed for near-perfection.The report marks the latest chapter Tariffs Cloud the Outlook as Dollar Tree Slumps, Dollar General SoarsPublished on June 4, 2025 Dollar Tree (DLTR) delivered a better-than-expected performance in the first quarter.Despite the positive report, investor optimism quickly soured after the retailer warned that tariffs could slash its second-quarter profit by nearly half. Shares of DLTR plunged more than 7% following the news, erasing recent gains and making it one of the biggest decliners in the S&P 500.The company posted Constellation Energy Surges on Meta Deal, Cementing Nuclear Power’s Role in AI-Powered FuturePublished on June 3, 2025 Shares of Constellation Energy (CEG) rose sharply Tuesday. The utility inked a 20-year agreement with Meta Platforms (META) to supply more than a gigawatt of carbon-free nuclear energy—enough to power over 800,000 homes.The deal underscores the rising demand for reliable clean energy as AI drives Big Tech’s insatiable appetite for power.Constellation stock climbed as much as 7% in early Boeing Gets Big Boost: Wall Street’s Highest Price Target Signals Renewed ConfidencePublished on June 2, 2025 Boeing (BA) shares rallied over 2% on Monday after Bank of America issued a bullish upgrade, raising the aerospace giant to a Buy.The bank also hiked its price target to $260—now the most optimistic forecast on Wall Street.The move reflects growing confidence that Boeing’s long-awaited turnaround is not just underway, but accelerating.The new price target represents a significant jump from BofA’s Wall Street Wavers as U.S.-China Trade Tensions ResurfacePublished on June 2, 2025 Markets mixed as tariff threats, tech crackdowns, and geopolitical uncertainty weigh on investor sentiment.Markets Open Lower, Then ReboundStocks opened the week on shaky ground Monday as renewed U.S.-China trade friction jolted markets early. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped by around 150 points, while the broader S&P 500 wobbled near the flatline. But by the final hour of trading, Europe Seizes Market Spotlight as Tariffs Weigh on U.S. EquitiesPublished on June 1, 2025 While trade tensions continue to buffet U.S. markets, Europe’s stock exchanges have taken the global lead, with eight of the world’s 10 top-performing bourses now located on the continent. Germany’s DAX, in particular, has soared more than 30% in dollar terms so far this year. Investors point to Europe’s robust fiscal plans, stable inflation, and relative political calm as catalysts driving That’s going to wrap up this week. Catch you next Friday! Cheers, Your Teaching Team @SharperTrades Also, when you’re ready, here are five ways we can help you: 1. Get on top of swing trading with real-time alerts on any device here. 2. Get on top of option trading with real-time alerts on any device here. 3. Get the complete guide to crypto trading here. 4. 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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 Soaring Published 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. Key...
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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. Gap’s Strong Turnaround Gains Momentum as Stock Price Surges Published on November 21, 2025 Gap (GAP) delivers stronger sales, upbeat guidance, and renewed investor confidence. Gap is gaining renewed traction as shoppers across income groups respond positively to the retailer’s refreshed product strategy and improving brand...