The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has taken Wall Street by storm since the launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT in 2022. However, more than two years on, this hype cycle is getting long in the tooth. Let's discuss why Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) , Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) , and Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) could face downside risk as AI excitement potentially fades in 2025 and beyond. 1.
American Investment Council
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
AIC member The Riverside Companys investment in PFB Corporation empowers employees across its manufacturing facilities in Michigan, Ohio, and Idaho to build long-term wealth Today, the American Investment Council released a new video showcasing how private equity is helping employees build wealth and strengthen their communities through shared ownership.
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The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Ecolab (NYSE:ECL) , a leader in water, hygiene, and energy technologies, recently unveiled its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024 on February 11, 2025. The company reported an adjusted EPS of $1.81, exceeding Wall Street's forecasts of $1.80, and total revenue hit $4.0 billion, slightly above the anticipated $3.985 billion. The quarter was marked by robust organic growth and improved margins, demonstrating a strong performance for the period.
Private Equity Wire
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Swiss pharmaceutical giant Novartis has agreed to acquire Anthos Therapeutics, a biopharma firm majority-owned by private investment giant Blackstone’s Life Sciences division, in a deal worth up to $3.1bn, according to a report by Reuters. The announcement marks a significant milestone for Blackstones healthcare investment arm, showcasing its strategy of building and scaling innovative biopharma companies.
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Compass Minerals International (NYSE:CMP) , a leader in salt and specialty plant nutrition production, delivered a mixed report for its fiscal 2025 first quarter on Feb. 10. The company's non-GAAP loss of $0.55 per share contrasted with the earnings per share (EPS) of $0.13 anticipated by analysts. However, on the revenue front, Compass Minerals posted $307.2 million, surpassing the $302 million estimate.
FinSMEs
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Harrison.ai, a Haymarket, Australia-based global healthtech company and developer of AI-powered medical diagnostic support and workflow solutions, raised US$112M in Series C funding. The round, which brought the total amount to $240M, was led by Aware Super, ECP and existing investor Horizons Ventures. New investors, such as Australias National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC), Ord Minnett […] The post Harrison.ai RaisesUS$112M in Series C Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) highlighted improvements in customer delivery costs, which could lead to billions in profits and cash flow. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Feb. 7, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 9, 2025.
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The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Twilio (NYSE: TWLO) helps enterprises manage customer relationships more effectively. Start Your Mornings Smarter! Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up For Free *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Feb. 8, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 10, 2025. Dont miss this second chance at a potentially lucrative opportunity Ever feel like you missed the boat in buying the most successful stocks?
FinSMEs
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
ETFbook, a Zurich, Switzerland-based data and analytics platform specializing in the ETF market, raised 4M in Series A funding. The round was led by BlackFin Capital Partners. The company intends to use the funds to enhance platform capabilities, and expand data coverage. Led by CEO Pawel Janus, ETFbook provides a comprehensive data and analytics platform […] The post ETFbook Raises 4M in Series A Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
I rated Uber (NYSE: UBER) as my top stock to buy in 2025, so I am not surprised to see the market realize the hidden value in Uber stock. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Feb. 8, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 10, 2025.
FinSMEs
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
XMAQUINA DAO, a DAO for decentralized autonomous machines, raised raised 3,703,703 $PEAQ tokens, amounting to more than $900K+ at Genesis Auction on peaq. The company intends to use the funds to prepare for the launch of its portal, which will enable the token holders to stake their $DEUS and vote on DAO proposals. XMAQUINA DAO […] The post MAQUINA DAO Raises $900k+ at Genesis Auction on Peaq appeared first on FinSMEs.
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) management elaborated on its prospects for 2025 and beyond. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Feb. 8, 2025. The video was published on Feb. 10, 2025. Dont miss this second chance at a potentially lucrative opportunity Ever feel like you missed the boat in buying the most successful stocks?
Axial
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Deciding to sell your business is one of the most significant decisions you’ll ever make as a business owner. But how do you know if the timing is right? This post highlights three clear signs that it might be time to exit: 1. You have a good reason to sell. Selling a business is more than a transaction its an arduous process that requires transition planning, targeting and assessing buyers, evaluating bids, and more.
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Tobacco giant Altria Group (NYSE: MO) , a traditionally slow and stodgy stock, saw its share price soar nearly 30% in 2024, and that increase doesn't include the stock's legendary, high-yield dividend (total return was 41%). The company, best known for selling Marlboro cigarettes in the United States, is has a solid following in the dividend investing community.
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
The ongoing operatic rivalry between the billionaire and OpenAI chief Sam Altman remains a major subtext
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
As most informed artificial intelligence (AI) stock investors know, not all of these investments are multibaggers. In fact, some have struggled to outperform the S&P 500 during specified time periods. Such has been the case with prominent semiconductor stock Qualcomm (NASDAQ: QCOM). Despite the company leading the way in smartphone chipsets and pivoting into AI, investors have not warmed to this stock amid a slower upgrade cycle and competitive concerns.
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Here's our initial take on Manhattan Associates' (NASDAQ: MANH) fourth-quarter financial report. Key Metrics Metric Q4 2023 Q4 2024 Change vs. Expectations Revenue $238.3 million $255.8 million 7% Beat Earnings per share $1.03 $1.17 14% Beat Cloud subscription revenue $71.4 million $90.3 million 26% n/a Cash flow from operations $88.4 million $104.7 million 18% n/a Macro Headwinds Eat Into Expected Growth Manhattan Associates, which provides software for supply chain, inventory, and retail busin
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Anthos Therapeutics was set up by Blackstone Life Sciences after it licensed abelacimab drug from Novartis in 2019
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Confluent (NASDAQ:CFLT) , operator of a cloud-centric data streaming platform, delivered its fourth-quarter earnings results on Feb. 11. The company reported non-GAAP earnings per share (EPS) of $0.09, which was well above the analysts' consensus estimate of $0.06 and also exceeded the company's guidance of $0.05. Total revenue for the quarter grew 23% year over year to $261.2 million, surpassing the consensus estimate of $256 million.
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Plus, UniCredits bid for Commerzbank finds support within Germanys industrial base and Lazards quick windfall on this years big hostile takeover effort
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Here's our initial take on Upstart 's (NASDAQ: UPST) fourth-quarter results. Key Metrics Metric Q4 FY23 Q4 FY24 Change vs. Expectations Revenue $140 million $219 million +56% Beat GAAP earnings per share (loss) ($0.50) ($0.03) n/a Beat Adjusted EBITDA $0.6 million $38.8 million +6,164% n/a Unit loan transaction volume 129,664 245,663 +90% n/a Demand for loans is bouncing back, and the Upstart profit flywheel is ramping up Upstart's business has whipsawed around the past few years as strong initi
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Healthcare company is trying to reorganise and rebuild its medical technology division
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) stock is seeing big sell-offs in Tuesday's trading. The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft specialist's share price declined 9% in a session that saw the S&P 500 index's level wind up flat and the Nasdaq Composite index fall 0.4%. Archer Aviation is seeing sell-offs today in conjunction with the company's announcement that it had raised $301.75 million in funding through the sale of new stock.
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Supercell chief Ilkka Paananen criticises industry for opting for acquisitions over developing titles
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) stock posted substantial gains in Tuesday's trading. The beverage giant's share price ended the session up 4.7% in a day of trading that saw the S&P 500 's (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) level wind up approximately in line with yesterday's close. Coca-Cola reported its fourth quarter results before the market opened this morning and posted results that beat the average Wall Street targets.
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Taiwanese contract manufacturer says it would consider a deal only as part of co-operation on electric vehicles
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Shares of Axcelis Technologies (NASDAQ: ACLS) sank in Tuesday's trading. The stock ended today's session down 12.3% and had been down as much as 14.6% earlier in the day. The supplier to semiconductor makers reported its fourth-quarter results after the market closed on Monday and actually delivered sales and earnings that came in significantly ahead of the average Wall Street targets.
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Italian lender says its holding in insurer Generali is now above 5%
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Defense IT specialist Leidos Holdings (NYSE: LDOS) beat quarterly expectations, but investors apparently were hoping for more. Leidos shares fell 7% at market open Tuesday and were down 5% as of 11 a.m. ET. Margin softness in an otherwise strong quarter Leidos is the largest of the so-called "Beltway Bandits" -- defense companies that provide IT and other services to military, intelligence, and civilian agencies.
Insight Partners
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Allie K. Miller is a leading AI expert, investor, and advisor. Formerly the Global Head of Machine Learning for Startups and Venture Capital at Amazon (AWS), she also built AI products at IBM. Miller shared insights on AIs rapid evolution and its transformative impact on businesses. Key takeaways AI-first companies leverage AI at every level , from internal operations to customer interactions and product development.
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) easily surpassed expectations for the fourth quarter and provided a better-than-expected outlook for 2025. Investors are cheering the results, sending shares of the financial data company up more than 3% as of 2 p.m. ET. Strong results across the board S&P Global provides credit ratings, financial data, and indexes , including the benchmark S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC).
Axial
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Business value reflects the overall worth of a company, determined by its financial performance, operational efficiency, and market position. As a business owner, you may aim to maximize value for various reasons, including: Selling the business at the best price Raising capital for expansion and growth Strengthening financial stability to prepare for economic downturns Creating a plan for underperformance, ensuring long-term sustainability Regardless of the reason, maximizing your business valu
The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Beverage giant Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 earnings on Tuesday, Feb. 11, that topped analysts' consensus estimates. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.55 beat the $0.52 estimate and rose 12.2% year over year. Net revenue in Q4 hit $11.54 billion, exceeding the $10.68 billion estimate. Overall, Coca-Cola demonstrated resilient performance, buoyed by strategic brand management and distribution expansion even as it wrestled with foreign currency exchange fluc
FinSMEs
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
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The Motley Fool
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Here's our initial take on Shopify 's (NYSE: SHOP) fourth-quarter financial report. Key Metrics Metric Q4 2023 Q4 2024 Change vs. Expectations Total revenue $2.14 billion $2.81 billion +31% Beat Adjusted earnings per share $0.34 $0.44 +29% Beat Gross merchandise value $75.1 billion $94.5 billion +26% n/a Free cash flow $446 million $611 million +37% n/a A Milestone for Shopify Shopify's fourth-quarter financial report kept the company on a track toward regaining its full glory after losing well
FinSMEs
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
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