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Nu Holdings Faces Valuation Test Ahead of Mexico Bank Launch
Nu Holdings (NU) rose 1.7% last week, but its valuation remains stretched at 22.1x trailing earnings. Mexico bank launch and rate decision loom.
SK hynix ADR Premium Narrows to 21% After Seoul Shares Surge
SK hynix shares surged 30% in Seoul, narrowing the ADR premium to ~21%. Q2 results missed estimates on HBM4 delays, but demand stays robust.
BP's North Sea Exit Could Cover 13% of $20B Divestment Goal
BP's planned North Sea divestment, valued at $2B-$2.6B, could cover up to 13% of its $20B asset sale target, ahead of Q2 earnings where net debt is forecast at $22-$23B.
Bristol Myers Squibb at Crossroads as AstraZeneca Merger Talks Surface
Bristol Myers Squibb shares rose 5.2% last week after strong Q2 earnings, but a reported $400B merger approach from AstraZeneca puts the stock in focus Monday.
American Airlines' $1.6B Fuel Hit Raises Margin Concerns
American Airlines faces a $1.6 billion fuel cost increase, equal to 15.8% of its market value, intensifying concerns over its profit conversion gap.
Alphabet's $119B AI Bet Puts Rebound at Risk
Alphabet's recovery faces a crucial test as it plans $119B in AI spending, potentially straining cash flow despite strong cloud growth. Markets watch AMD earnings and jobs data.
Rivian's R2 Ramp Demands 74% Delivery Surge; Shares Tumble 9.6%
Rivian's shares dropped 9.6% despite Q2 revenue and earnings beating estimates, as the company's R2 delivery ramp requires a 74% increase in second-half deliveries.
GM Stock Surges 7.5% on Strong Sales, But Valuation Gap with Ford Narrows Slowly
GM shares gained 7.5% last week, yet its valuation multiple still trails Ford's. Strong Q2 margins and raised guidance support the stock, but the gap remains.
Raising Cane's August Expansion Plan Signals Shift in Chicken Brand Growth
Raising Cane's will open seven new restaurants in August, including two in new markets, as the chicken chain aims for 100 openings in 2026.