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ndtv.comCnn reported that IBM shares dropped 24% in premarket trading on July 14, 2026. The decline followed comments from CEO Arvind Krishna on weaker than expected mainframe sales and customer spending shifts toward AI infrastructure.
benzinga.comThe denim company reported second-quarter revenue of $1.56 billion and adjusted earnings of 28 cents per share. It increased its full-year sales growth forecast to 7-7.5 percent and its adjusted earnings per share range to $1.46-$1.52.
benzinga.comChinese electric vehicle maker BYD recorded higher worldwide sales for a second consecutive month in June. A rise in exports offset weaker demand inside China.
SemaforOverall vehicle sales in sub-Saharan Africa are expected to grow more slowly than previously forecast due to rising fuel costs from the Iran war. EV purchases should stay robust, with Chinese models priced the same as gasoline alternatives in most markets.
bloombergquint.comTarget will assign points for unexcused lateness and absences among store and warehouse staff beginning in September, with termination possible at 12 points. The policy arrives under new CEO Michael Fiddelke as the $63 billion retailer seeks sales growth.
The IndependentThe retailer cut its pre-tax profit outlook to £75-90 million and will issue up to 26 million new shares after citing fewer passengers at travel hubs and weaker consumer demand.
benzinga.comThe retailer posted higher earnings and sales growth for the quarter ended May 2, 2026. Results met analyst forecasts on revenue and exceeded them on adjusted earnings.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMotorcar Parts of America posted net sales of an unspecified amount, up 9.9% from a year earlier, and swung to net income of $9.7 million. The company reduced net bank debt to $80 million and issued fiscal 2027 guidance for sales growth between 7.5% and 10.2%.
C.C. Wei told shareholders the company cannot meet all orders even with new U.S. plants. TSMC still forecasts more than 30 percent sales growth for 2026.
Victoria's Secret reported fiscal first-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street estimates and lifted its full-year sales and profit outlook. Shares closed 47 percent higher after the release.
benzinga.comShake Shack lowered its second-quarter revenue forecast to $415-420 million and same-Shack sales growth to 2.5-3%. Shares dropped 11% to their lowest level since November 2023.
Kohl's posted its strongest comparable sales result in four years for the quarter ended May 2, while revenue fell 1.7 percent. The retailer beat analyst forecasts on earnings and revenue and reaffirmed its full-year guidance.
pymnts.comThe company increased its full-year sales and profit guidance after reporting first-quarter results that exceeded analyst estimates. Stronger traffic from younger shoppers and record same-store sales growth supported the upward revision.
rte.ieConsumer spending continues to support the U.S. economy even as inflation reached 3.8 percent in April and households face higher fuel costs. Retailers including Walmart reported strong sales growth while polls show many Americans feel financial stress.
Walmart said higher gasoline prices are prompting U.S. consumers to reduce spending. The retailer lowered its sales growth forecast for the current quarter.
foxbusiness.comWalmart posted stronger-than-expected U.S. comparable-store sales in the first quarter. Full-year earnings guidance came in below Wall Street expectations, and shares declined.
bstrategyhub.comWalmart, Target and TJX reported sales growth in recent quarters. The results came as higher fuel prices increased costs for many goods.
benzinga.come.l.f. Beauty reported net sales rose 25 percent and adjusted EBITDA rose 13 percent for fiscal 2026. The company also provided guidance for 12 to 14 percent net sales growth in fiscal 2027.
citizen.co.zaTarget posted fiscal first-quarter earnings and revenue above Wall Street forecasts. Same-store sales rose 5.6 percent, the first increase in five quarters, and the retailer lifted its full-year sales growth target to 4 percent.
benzinga.comHome Depot posted a 0.6 percent increase in same-store sales for the quarter. The company cited higher average ticket prices offsetting fewer customer transactions. Rising Treasury yields continue to pressure housing-related demand.
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa will present a long-term plan to investors. The strategy targets U.S. sales growth, portfolio adjustments, and partnerships with Chinese companies.
forbes.comBurberry swung to pretax profits of $66.2 million in the year ended March 28, reversing an $89.2 million loss, as its new Cotswolds handbag line drove the strongest bag performance since 2023. CEO Joshua Schulman attributed the gains to American demand for recognizable luxury at…
cnbc.comLeerink analysts upgraded Johnson & Johnson shares to a buy equivalent from hold on Wednesday, pointing to momentum from recently launched medicines. The firm raised its price target to $265 per share and lifted sales growth forecasts. Johnson & Johnson shares rose more than 2 pe…
finance.yahoo.comApril consumer prices came in hotter than expected with core measures also beating estimates. Mizuho raised price targets on Super Micro Computer and Corning while Qnity Electronics reported strong organic sales growth. Nelson Peltz's Trian is assembling a potential take-private…
news.google.comCustomer calls totaling more than 70,000 shaped modest changes to the chain's signature sandwich and broader operational upgrades. Burger King President Tom Curtis said the company is in the early stages of a multi-year transformation that has already lifted kids meal sales 40%.
thestreet.comFast-food chains leaning on value menus reported U.S. sales growth in the first quarter while competitors and snack brands showed mixed results. Executives pointed to pressure on households earning $45,000 or less from elevated gas prices linked to the Iran War and tariffs. Consu…
benzinga.comShake Shack joined McDonald's, Domino's and Papa John's in reporting weaker quarterly sales growth. The slowdown signals pressure on customer spending from rising gas prices driven by the Iran war. Reuters reported the development on May 7, 2026.
McDonald’s stock jumped after the company reported global comparable sales growth of 3.8% for the first quarter. The result beat expectations, helped by value offers and the Big Arch burger. seekingalpha.com reported the figures.
McDonald's is scheduled to release its Q1 2026 earnings before the market opens on Thursday. Wall Street analysts expect earnings per share of $2.74 and revenue of $6.47 billion, along with same-store sales growth of 3.7 percent. The company's shares have declined 10 percent over…
fortune.comMcDonald’s reported revenue of $6.52 billion and adjusted earnings of $2.83 per share for the first quarter, exceeding Wall Street expectations. Higher U.S. gas prices are pressuring lower-income customers and contributed to same-store sales declines in April. Retailer Next separ…
benzinga.comSolventum released first-quarter 2026 financial results that exceeded expectations, driven by organic sales growth and strong execution. The company issued guidance for 4-5% organic sales growth and margin improvements. Progress continues on its separation from 3M, with key miles…
Pinnacle West held its Q1 2026 earnings call on May 4, 2026, highlighting an EPS rebound. The company reaffirmed its sales growth guidance and shared updates on its integrated resource plan and rate case. Load growth was attributed to demand from TSMC.
cnbc.comLVMH reported 1% organic sales growth in the first quarter of 2026, halved by the impact of the Middle East conflict involving Iran. CEO Bernard Arnault warned of potential world catastrophe if unresolved, while peers like Kering and Hermes also saw regional sales declines. A cea…
theolivepress.esFrench food company Danone announced that its first-quarter sales growth in 2026 surpassed expectations. The company highlighted negative impacts from a baby formula recall in Europe and supply disruptions linked to the Iran war on its specialized nutrition segment. Specific sale…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIneos Automotive, a subsidiary of Ineos Group, has produced more than 35,000 off-road SUVs and pickups since 2022. The company aims to increase US sales by 30% to 35% this year and reach breakeven. Executives discussed potential US production expansion to support long-term goals…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewChrysler and Dodge CEO Matt McAlear stated that the minivan segment is experiencing a resurgence. He indicated expectations for increased sales of the Chrysler Pacifica, the brand's sole remaining model. McAlear provided no details on future product plans.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTesla reported sales growth in Europe, with a 200% increase in France. Sales in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark have doubled. This follows broader trends in electric vehicle adoption across the region.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewThe Asian Development Bank warned that the Middle East crisis will weaken growth and increase inflation in the Asia Pacific region. The International Monetary Fund stated that the war in Iran could lower global growth and trigger renewed inflation with higher interest rates. Germ…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewThe International Monetary Fund stated that the ongoing war in the Middle East, involving Iran, risks lowering global economic growth through renewed inflation and elevated interest rates. German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall reported 29% sales growth in the full year and project…