About this content About Angela Harmantas Angela Harmantas is an Editor at Proactive. She has over 15 years of experience covering the equity markets in North America, with a particular focus on junior resource stocks. Angela has reported from numerous countries around the world, including Canada, the US, Australia, Brazil, Ghana, and South Africa for leading trade publications. Previously, she worked in investor relations and led the foreign direct investment program in Canada for the Swedish government ...

Brinker International, Inc. (EAT) stock has risen 21.9% in the past month, outpacing the industry and the S&P 500’s growth of 2.1% and 6.2%, respectively. The ongoing increase in traffic continues to drive the company’s performance. Also, focus on menu adjustments bodes well.Despite this impressive rally, the stock closed at $169.33 yesterday, still well below its 52-week high of $192.22 but far above the 52-week low of $56.27, a remarkable rebound. At the same time, shares of other industry players like Wi ...

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Core Viewpoint - Apple is experiencing significant challenges, including a 20% decline in stock price this year, the worst performance since at least 2010, with limited catalysts for recovery in the near term due to the absence of a major iPhone upgrade cycle [1][8]. Group 1: AI and Product Development - At the upcoming WWDC, Apple's lag in artificial intelligence (AI) compared to competitors like Microsoft and Google is expected to be a major topic, highlighting the slow progress in AI and the overdue upgrade of Siri [3][6]. - Analysts note that Apple is likely to be more cautious in its presentations, avoiding overpromising on features that are not yet ready [4]. - The company is not currently monetizing its generative AI features, which could limit short-term growth as it seeks to boost hardware sales, particularly for iPhones, which have seen flat revenue for two years [6][7]. Group 2: External Pressures - Apple faces additional pressures, including tariffs that threaten hardware profit margins and scrutiny over its services division, particularly regarding App Store fees and payments from Google for being its default search engine [5][6]. - The competition is intensifying from unexpected sources, such as OpenAI's collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive to create new AI devices that could disrupt the smartphone market [7][8]. Group 3: Market Outlook - Analysts suggest that for Apple's stock to perform well, a catalyst such as an iPhone replacement cycle is necessary, which is not anticipated in the next 12 months [6][7]. - Despite having a loyal user base of 2.35 billion active devices, Apple’s dominance is challenged by external risks, including tariffs and legal battles, alongside its internal struggles with AI development [8].

NEW YORK, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Arvinas, Inc. (“Arvinas” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ARVN). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980. The investigation concerns whether Arvinas and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.  [Click here for information about joining the class action] On May 1, 2025, Arv ...

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Core Viewpoint - Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims of potential securities fraud or unlawful business practices involving Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. and its officers or directors [1]. Group 1: Company Developments - On May 2, 2025, Take-Two's subsidiary Rockstar Games announced a new release date for Grand Theft Auto VI, moving it to May 26, 2026, from a previously projected fall 2025 release [3]. - Following the announcement of the delayed release, Take-Two's stock price dropped by $15.67 per share, or 6.66%, closing at $219.50 per share on the same day [3]. Group 2: Legal Investigation - Pomerantz LLP is actively seeking investors of Take-Two who may have been affected by the alleged securities fraud and unlawful business practices [1]. - The firm has a long history in corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation, having recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards for victims of securities fraud [4].

Donald Trump has said Elon Musk has "lost his mind", according to US media, as the White House reveals the president is not interested in speaking to him.In a phone interview with ABC News, the US president was asked about reports that a phone call was scheduled on Friday between Musk and himself. "You mean the man who has lost his mind?" he is said to have responded.A White House official has said Mr Trump is not interested in talking to his former ally amid a bitter feud between the two, adding that no ph ...

Key Takeaways DAVE's adjusted EBITDA jumped 235% Y/Y in 1Q25, driven by CashAI's cost control and margin gains. CashAI enabled a 46% Y/Y rise in ExtraCash originations, with delinquency rates improving 18%. The underwriting engine cut credit loss provisions to 0.69%, enhancing both risk control and profitability.Dave Inc.’s (DAVE) CashAI, a proprietary underwriting engine, is turning out to be a critical differentiator and a potential game-changer within fintech. Several metrics mentioned by management di ...

Core Viewpoint - Tesla shares experienced a significant rebound of over 5% following a tumultuous period marked by a feud between CEO Elon Musk and President Trump, which previously resulted in a loss of $152 billion in market value for the company [1]. Group 1: Market Impact - The feud led to Tesla's worst single-day stock drop in over four years, causing Musk to lose approximately $27 billion in net worth [4]. - Tesla short sellers gained an estimated $4 billion in profits on the day of the stock drop, marking one of their largest single-day gains ever [7]. - Year-to-date, investors have profited $7 billion from shorting Tesla, making it the second most shorted stock in the US by total value of the position [7]. Group 2: Financial Threats - Analysts from JPMorgan indicated that a tax package backed by Trump could eliminate EV tax credits worth up to $7,500, potentially reducing Tesla's annual profit by $1.2 billion [8]. - Additional measures in the tax package could impose a new annual fee of $250 on EV drivers and block California's EV sales mandates, threatening to cut another $2 billion from Tesla's sales [10]. - Collectively, these measures could jeopardize about half of the expected $6 billion in earnings before interest and taxes for Tesla this year [11]. Group 3: Competitive Landscape - Tesla's sales have declined in major European markets, allowing Chinese competitor BYD to surpass Tesla in some regions [12]. - The brand's reputation has suffered due to protests against Musk's actions related to government spending cuts, leading to vandalism of Tesla showrooms and vehicles [12].