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Walmart Inc
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Amazon Shares Slip on Cloud Disruption, AI Spending Worries
Amazon shares declined 1.4% to $207.24, pressured by a cloud service disruption in Bahrain and concerns over massive planned capital expenditures for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Amazon Shares Dip Amid Investor Caution Over Spending, Market Pressures
Amazon shares fell 0.7% to $208.11 Friday, overshadowing a favorable court ruling and a new AI hardware deal. Investor focus remains on the company's substantial capital expenditure plans and a challenging market environment.
Amazon Shares Dip as Investors Weigh AI Costs Against Legal Wins
Amazon shares slipped Friday as the market assessed the financial burden of its massive AI investment plan, even as the company secured a legal win in Europe and announced a new cloud partnership.
Walmart's Flipkart Shifts Legal Base to India, Paving Path for Domestic IPO
Flipkart has relocated its holding company from Singapore to India, a key step ahead of a planned domestic initial public offering. The move allows Walmart to better capitalize on its $16 billion investment in the Indian market.
Costco Holds Cash, Focuses on Digital Growth After Strong Quarter
Costco posted quarterly sales of $68.24 billion and net income of $2.04 billion, exceeding forecasts. The company holds $17.38 billion in cash but has no immediate plans for a special dividend, focusing instead on warehouse expansion and digital investments.
Costco Q2 Results Top Estimates, Eyes Tariff Refunds for Member Price Cuts
Costco Wholesale exceeded analyst expectations for its fiscal second quarter, posting strong sales and profit growth. The retailer indicated any future tariff recoveries would be used to reduce prices for members.
Walmart's PhonePe Aims for $10.5B IPO as Major Investors Plan Exits
PhonePe, Walmart's Indian payments subsidiary, is preparing for an initial public offering that could value the company between $9 billion and $10.5 billion. The offering will involve existing shareholders selling stakes worth up to $1.05 billion.
Target Unveils $5B Revamp Plan Amid Sales Slump, Shares Rally
Target Corporation is boosting its 2026 capital spending to $5 billion, adding over 30 new stores and 130 remodels. The retailer reported a 1.5% drop in Q4 net sales but shares jumped nearly 7% on the strategic outlook.
Target Projects 2026 Sales Rebound as New CEO Charts Turnaround
Target Corporation has issued a 2026 outlook projecting a return to net sales growth of approximately 2%, alongside an earnings per share forecast between $7.50 and $8.50. The retailer's shares advanced 5.5% in premarket trading following the announcement.
Costco Price Target Raised to $1,100 as Valuation Debate Intensifies
Evercore ISI increased its Costco price target to $1,100 ahead of Thursday's earnings report, maintaining an Outperform rating. The stock traded near $1,000 as a Forbes analysis suggested the valuation appears stretched.
Costco Price Target Raised to $1,100 Ahead of Q2 Earnings Report
Evercore ISI increased its Costco price target to $1,100 ahead of Thursday's earnings, while shares trade near $1,000 amid valuation concerns. February comparable sales grew 7.1%.
Costco Shares Surge on Bank of America Buy Rating Ahead of Earnings
Costco Wholesale shares gained over 2% to close above $1,010 following a Buy initiation from Bank of America. Focus turns to the retailer's upcoming quarterly report on March 5.
Walmart Settles FTC Driver Pay Case for $100M as Shares Defy Market Dip
Walmart will pay $100 million to resolve FTC allegations it misled delivery drivers about earnings. Its stock rose 2.84% to $127.95 on Friday, outperforming the market.
Costco Shares Surge Past $1,000 Mark as Bank of America Issues Bullish Call
Costco Wholesale Corporation shares gained 2.44% to close at $1,010.79, outperforming a weaker market. Bank of America reinstated coverage with a Buy rating and a $1,185 target, citing the retailer's broad consumer appeal.
Walmart Shares Dip on Cautious Outlook, HSBC Downgrade
Walmart shares declined in extended trading after the retailer issued a guarded profit outlook for fiscal 2027 and HSBC downgraded the stock to hold, citing valuation concerns.
Walmart Shares Dip on Cautious Consumer Outlook Despite Strong Digital Growth
Walmart shares declined 1.5% in early trading Friday as the retailer's cautious outlook regarding budget-conscious consumers offset strong digital sales growth and a dividend increase.
Costco Approaches $1,020 Ahead of Key March Earnings Report
Costco Wholesale shares gained nearly 2% to close at $1,018.48 on Friday, with trading volume around 2.7 million. Investors now await the company's second-quarter earnings and February sales report scheduled for March 5.
Markets Pause for Holiday, Eye Key GDP and Inflation Data
U.S. stock and bond markets were closed Monday for the Presidents Day holiday, with S&P 500 futures ticking up 0.1%. Investor attention shifts to upcoming GDP and inflation data, alongside Walmart's earnings.
Markets Pause for Holiday as Investors Eye CPI, Fed Minutes, Walmart
U.S. equity markets were closed Monday for the Presidents Day holiday, pausing after a mixed Friday session. Investors are assessing cooler inflation data and preparing for a week packed with Federal Reserve insights, economic reports, and earnings from retail giant Walmart.
Walmart Approaches Record High Ahead of Q4 Earnings, First Under New CEO
Walmart shares closed at $133.89, up 0.2%, pushing its market value to approximately $1.07 trillion. The retailer reports fourth-quarter results Thursday, marking the first earnings release under new CEO John Furner.
Tech Selloff Pauses as Markets Eye Fed Minutes, Inflation Data
U.S. markets were closed Monday for Presidents Day, with investor attention fixed on a looming week of key economic data and persistent doubts over Big Tech's massive AI investments.
Adobe Stock Tests Lows Amid AI-Driven Software Selloff
Adobe stock closed slightly higher Friday but remains down 25% year-to-date, hovering just 5% above its 52-week low. The broader software sector has shed $2 trillion in market value since October.
Data Center Stocks Split as Nvidia Dips, Dell and Arista Gain Ahead of Key Data
Data center stocks showed mixed performance Friday, with Nvidia declining 2.2% while Dell and Arista Networks gained over 4%. Markets await Walmart earnings and critical economic data.
Costco Shares Approach $1,000 Ahead of Key March Earnings
Costco Wholesale shares gained 2% to close near $1,018, outperforming retail peers ahead of the Presidents Day market closure. The next major catalyst is the company's earnings and sales report scheduled for March 5.
Dow Steady After Mild CPI; Fed Minutes, GDP, and PCE Data Ahead
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed slightly higher Friday at 49,500.93 following a softer-than-expected inflation reading, though it posted a weekly loss of 1.2%. Attention now turns to Federal Reserve minutes and critical economic data due after the Presidents Day holiday.
Walmart Earnings Loom as Investors Gauge Consumer Health
Walmart shares approach $134 as the retail giant prepares to report quarterly earnings, offering a crucial snapshot of consumer demand ahead of key economic data.
Apple Shares Slide on Regulatory Pressure and AI Delays Ahead of Key Week
Apple shares declined 2.3% to $255.78 Friday, marking a two-day drop exceeding 7% following an FTC warning letter and reported delays in AI-powered Siri features. The stock heads into the Presidents Day break having wiped out its 2026 gains.
Home Depot Eyes $391 as Packed Week Brings Fed Minutes, Inflation Data
Home Depot shares edged higher to $391.05 Friday. Markets face a compressed week with critical Fed minutes and economic data ahead of the retailer's quarterly report.
Dow Closes Near 49,500 as Softer CPI Eases Rate Fears
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 49,500.93 Friday, lifted by a cooler-than-expected inflation report. The blue-chip index still fell 1.2% for the week.
Walmart Gains as KeyBanc Boosts Target Ahead of Q4 Report
Walmart shares advanced Friday following a price target increase from KeyBanc Capital Markets. The retailer is set to report fourth-quarter results on February 19.