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Ubisoft’s stock dropped about 33% after it announced a broad restructuring, closing studios and canceling six games, and warned of around €1 billion in operating losses for the year ending 2026 with a €650 million write-down. The plan includes €500 million in cost cuts, aiming for fixed costs of €1.25 billion by 2028, and net bookings of roughly €1.5 billion for 2026, with potential asset sales as part of the reset.
The article discusses the high risks currently facing the S&P 500, driven by big tech stocks, and offers three strategies for investors to potentially profit from a significant market decline while managing risk effectively.
The S&P 500 has gained 16% so far this year and is entering the final two months, prompting investors to consider whether to lock in gains.
Alphabet's stock (GOOGL) remains flat as a UK regulator threatens to increase competition in the search engine market, potentially impacting Google's dominance.
The ADP report revealed a surprising private sector job loss in September amid the government shutdown, raising economic concerns and increasing the likelihood of a Fed rate cut on October 29. Stock markets declined slightly, and bond yields fell, reflecting investor caution. The shutdown's duration could further impact economic growth and federal employment, with market expectations now fully pricing in a rate cut.
StubHub's IPO raised $800 million, with shares opening slightly above the offering price of $23.50, reflecting strong investor interest in the ticket resale marketplace. The company, which processed over 40 million ticket sales last year and reported a 29.5% revenue increase to $1.77 billion in 2024, faces competition from TicketMaster and others, amid regulatory scrutiny of the ticket resale industry.
Since ChatGPT's release in 2022, the US stock market has surged by $21 trillion, driven mainly by a handful of tech giants like Amazon, Meta, Nvidia, and Broadcom, with AI enthusiasm fueling a significant portion of economic growth and venture capital investment. The article explores the potential risks if this AI-driven market boom were to collapse.
Bullish stock surged over 80% in its IPO debut, reflecting strong investor demand and positive sentiment in the crypto market, bolstered by Bitcoin reaching record highs and potential Fed rate cuts, with shares continuing to rise and market capitalization increasing.
Heartflow's IPO was highly successful, with shares soaring 51% above the IPO price on its first day, valuing the company at around $2.6 billion despite not being profitable, driven by strong sales growth and renewed investor interest in IPOs.
Figma's IPO on the NYSE was highly oversubscribed, with shares priced at $33, valuing the company at $19.3 billion, raising $1.2 billion mainly for existing shareholders, amid high demand and a significant valuation close to a potential Adobe acquisition.
Investors face a risky week with a busy earnings season, key economic data releases, a crucial trade deadline, and central bank meetings, amid concerns that high valuations and recent gains may lead to volatility or a market correction.
Strategists are increasingly confident in the S&P 500, with some raising year-end targets as high as 6,600, driven by strong earnings, economic resilience, and optimism about AI-driven growth, despite ongoing uncertainties and risks.
Tesla stock dropped 6% in premarket trading after President Trump suggested that a government department should review subsidies given to Elon Musk's companies, reigniting their public feud. The dispute has caused significant volatility in Tesla's stock, with past conflicts leading to sharp declines. Analysts believe the situation may eventually settle, but it remains a concern for investors due to the ongoing tension between Musk and Trump.
The S&P 500 is close to its record high despite global tensions, trade tensions, and economic concerns, driven largely by a few major tech stocks. While short-term market volatility has decreased, underlying uncertainties such as geopolitical conflicts, inflation risks, and government debt remain, raising questions about the sustainability of the rally.
Intel's stock surged over 8% after reports indicated that support for Intel processors in Apple Macs will end with the new MacOS Tahoe, marking the conclusion of Apple's five-year migration from Intel to its own processors. Despite this, Intel's shares gained due to positive developments in US-China trade talks and Department of Defense cybersecurity initiatives. However, analysts maintain a cautious outlook with a hold consensus and a modest downside risk, reflecting ongoing challenges for Intel.