Bank of America has modestly lowered its price target on JD.com, following a similar move by DBS, as analysts revise down revenue and profit estimates for the Chinese e-commerce giant, citing weaker consumer electronics demand and scaled-back subsidy programs.
A new analysis from the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) links volatile natural gas markets directly to rising consumer electricity costs. With gas fueling half of New York's power generation, increased demand and export levels are set to keep pressure on household budgets.
John B. Sanfilippo & Son posts record revenue and a 32% jump in EPS for fiscal Q2 2026, even as higher nut costs and shifting consumer habits pressure sales volumes. The snack nut processor eyes future growth through operational efficiency and new bar production capacity.
The Leicester-based manufacturer behind the iconic baby shoes worn by Prince George and his siblings warns it is likely to shut down, a victim of soaring costs and plummeting consumer demand despite its royal endorsement.
U.S. producer prices rose more than anticipated in December, driven primarily by increasing costs in the services sector. The data suggests businesses are beginning to pass on tariff-related expenses to consumers, potentially signaling a reacceleration of inflationary pressures.
SoFi Technologies posts a sharp rise in quarterly profit, driven by record loan demand and a 78% revenue surge in its fee-generating financial services arm. The performance highlights a strategic shift as consumers flock to digital lenders for debt consolidation, while potential regulatory headwinds loom for the credit card industry.
Federal prosecutors unseal indictments against the CEO and senior vice president of First Brands Group, alleging a complex financial fraud that contributed to the company's recent bankruptcy.
The SAS subsidiary's new enhancement leverages vastly expanded consumer rate shopping data, offering hoteliers granular visibility across room types and distribution channels to refine pricing strategies.
Swiss watch and jewelry giant Swatch Group reported a steep decline in full-year profit and revenue, with pre-tax earnings nearly halved as consumer demand softened and operational costs climbed.
MarineMax's Q4 2025 results surpassed revenue forecasts, driven by robust premium boat sales, but profitability was hampered by industry-wide discounting and cautious consumer spending, leading to a wider-than-expected loss per share.
AMD and GIGABYTE have significantly expanded their partnership to co-develop a new generation of AI-accelerated gaming laptops, motherboards, and monitors. This strategic move aims to bring powerful, on-device AI capabilities directly to consumers, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics in the PC gaming hardware market.
While Morgan Stanley maintains an Overweight rating on PDD Holdings, the firm has removed the e-commerce giant from its Top Picks list, citing heightened regulatory scrutiny and a slower-than-expected consumer recovery in China.
Buoyed by record bookings and strong financial performance in 2025, Royal Caribbean Group projects double-digit revenue growth for 2026. The cruise giant announced a major fleet expansion, including a new 'Discovery Class' and ten additional river cruise ships, signaling confidence in sustained consumer appetite for experiential travel.
Western Digital Corp (WDC) announced a robust 25% year-over-year revenue increase for its fiscal second quarter of 2026, driven by strategic long-term agreements and a favorable product mix. While consumer segment challenges persist, the company is positioning itself to capitalize on the burgeoning data storage demands from artificial intelligence.
Despite posting year-over-year revenue growth, MarineMax's first-quarter earnings reveal the persistent headwinds buffeting the recreational boating industry, from aggressive promotions to cautious consumers. Management points to early spring signals and a fortified balance sheet as reasons for cautious optimism.
Enova International reports robust revenue and earnings growth for Q4 and full-year 2025, driven by expansion in its consumer and small business lending segments and a significant share repurchase program. While the financial technology lender's machine-learning underwriting and capital returns strategy have rewarded shareholders, analysts point to its elevated debt load and exposure to economic cycles as key areas for investor scrutiny.
A new economic impact study reveals Kentucky's $10.6 billion bourbon industry continues to generate record tax revenue and jobs, yet confronts a sobering mix of production slowdowns, shifting consumer habits, and volatile export markets.
Expedia Group stock rose sharply after announcing an expanded, exclusive partnership with Affirm, making the fintech firm the sole 'Buy Now, Pay Later' provider across its major U.S. travel platforms.
WK Kellogg Co. names former Ferrero executive Jean-Baptiste Santoul as Chief Operating Officer, signaling a strategic shift following its $3.1 billion acquisition by the global confectionery giant.
The narrative around Chinese electric vehicles is undergoing a fundamental shift. Once known primarily for affordability, leading Chinese automakers are now challenging incumbents with rapidly improving quality, technology, and reliability, forcing a global industry recalibration.
