Articles by Daniel Marsh
Opendoor Shares Recover Amid Housing Market Crosscurrents
Opendoor Technologies shares gained 2.4% Friday, recovering from prior losses amid rising mortgage rates and declining housing starts. The company posted a $1.096 billion Q4 loss but increased home purchases.
Ford Shares Slide Amid Renewed EV Doubts, Honda Charge Revives Industry Concerns
Ford Motor shares declined 2% to $11.80, underperforming a broader market rebound, as Honda's significant EV restructuring charge reignited concerns about Ford's own substantial writedowns and the automotive sector's costly transition to electric vehicles.
Bradesco Shareholders Approve Major Capital Boost Ahead of Healthcare Vote
Banco Bradesco secured shareholder approval for a 6.67 billion reais capital increase, raising its stock capital to 93.77 billion reais. The move precedes a crucial March 31 vote on restructuring its healthcare operations.
Huntington Bancshares Reaffirms 2026 Outlook Amid Stock Consolidation
Huntington Bancshares shares stabilized around $15.50 as management confirmed its 2026 financial guidance and projected $550 million in stock buybacks for that year, while anticipating significant cost savings from recent acquisitions.
SoFi Shares Recover Slightly Amid Broad Fintech Caution
SoFi Technologies shares gained 1.1% in early Friday trading, partially recovering from a 4.5% decline the previous session. The stock remains significantly below its January peak amid cautious investor sentiment toward the fintech sector.
Tesla Gains UK Power License Amid Delivery and Cash Flow Concerns
Tesla shares rose 0.6% to $397.41 after UK regulator Ofgem approved Tesla Energy Ventures as an electricity supplier. However, analysts have significantly reduced 2026 delivery growth projections to 3.8% and anticipate negative free cash flow of $5.19 billion.
Hims & Hers Stock Stabilizes as Novo Deal Shifts Focus to Profitability
Hims & Hers Health shares traded near $23.82 Friday, stabilizing after a week of volatility driven by its new branded obesity drug agreement with Novo Nordisk. The shift from compounded medications raises margin concerns despite reducing regulatory risk.
Mortgage Rates Surge Past 6%, Dampening Spring Housing Momentum
U.S. mortgage rates climbed sharply this week, with the average 30-year fixed rate rising to 6.11% from 6.00%. The increase, the largest weekly jump since April 2025, arrives as the spring housing market shows early signs of activity.
European Markets Retreat on Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Data
European equities declined on Friday, pressured by sustained high oil prices and geopolitical concerns. The STOXX 600 index fell 0.5%, heading for a second consecutive weekly loss.
