Wall Street Breakfast

UnitedHealth (UNH) probed by DoJ for potential Medicare fraud; shares slide - report. (00:22) Dick's Sporting Goods close to deal for Foot Locker - WSJ. (01:16) Warren Buffett reveals why he chose to hand over Berkshire's reins - report. (01:59)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers Thursday: CSCO, BNGO, and moreTrump asks Apple to stop moving iPhone manufacturing to India - reportThe Monopoly ETF, a new SEC filing that targets market titansChina lifts curbs on export of rare earth minerals to the U.S.Why Dick's Sporting Goods may be getting a good deal if it buys Foot Locker at a premiumSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Chip and AI stocks are getting their mojo back with Mideast deals. (0:15) AMD announces $6B buyback. (2:59) Starbucks baristas strike over dress code. (3:29)  Show Notes‘Gandalf’ calls crypto ‘rat poison’Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsb  Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Foxconn Q1 profit soars on AI demand; tariffs woes weigh on FY outlook. (00:28) Airbnb goes beyond rentals with full-service travel offerings. (02:34) YouTube bags rights to stream NFL game for the first time. (03:22)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers Wednesday: SMCI, SONY, and moreTesla may get new pay package for CEO Elon Musk - reportEU said to weigh higher tariffs on Ukrainian imports to protect its farmersNvidia CEO pay jumps to nearly $50M amid AI-driven growth, net worth swellsSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

The April CPI report comes in on the dovish side. (0:15) UnitedHealth CEO steps down. (2:08) AMC announces 50% off Wednesday movies. (3:36)  Show NotesGoldman Sachs boosts S&P target in wake of tariff détenteEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsb  Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

FedEx inks deal with Amazon to fill delivery gaps left by UPS. (00:21) Samsung launches ultra-thin Galaxy S25 Edge as Apple reportedly prepares iPhone Air. (01:18) Coinbase to join S&P 500 index, shares surge 9% after hours. (02:11)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers Tuesday: COIN, HTZ, and moreInflation expected to firm up in April's CPI printU.S. announces $1.45B arms sales to UAE ahead of Trump's Middle East tripU.S. reduces China 'de minimis' tariff rate to 54% from 120%India moves to retaliate against Trump’s tariffs amid trade talksMcDonald's bets on growth with plans for 375K new hires - updateSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

U.S. and China to pause most tariffs for 90 days, slash reciprocal rates. (00:19) Amazon-backed Scale AI sets sights on Saudi expansion. (01:25) Trump vows to cut drug prices in the U.S. by up to 80%. (02:02)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers Monday: Magnificent Seven, and moreTop EV battery maker CATL seeks to raise $4B in Hong Kong listingBear market is over, new bull will be a grind, not a moonshot: Evercore ISIEarnings week ahead: PLUG, CSCO, WMT, BABA, AMAT, JD, TCEHY, and moreSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Renowned investor Barry Ritholtz contextualizes the hot rhetoric between Powell and Trump, inflation targets, and our era of fiscal stimulus (1:00). What happens at the June meeting and beyond? (6:50) Our full interview with Barry will be up Monday morning on Investing Experts.Show links: Masters In BusinessTrump calls Fed chair Powell a 'fool' after central bank stands pat on ratesTrump says China wants to make a trade deal, open to lowering tariffs if talks go wellEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Pop culture icons like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift are fueling a major resurgence in western wear, from cowboy boots to denim. Their influence, along with shows like Yellowstone and the SEC football scene, has helped push brands like Levi’s (LEVI) and Boot Barn (BOOT) into the spotlight. Despite short-term stock dips, the western wear market is projected to grow from $80B in 2022 to $136B by the end of 2031, showing how culture can drive real economic trends.Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Levi Strauss & Co. (LEVI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call TranscriptUlta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) Q4 2024 Earnings Call TranscriptBoot Barn is tipped by BTIG to be a retail sector outperformerSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Standout this past week was Disney (0:20). Internet commerce earnings (2:30). Upcoming earnings from Walmart (5:50) Fed's strange communication (8:00). Bond market update (13:25).Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbShow links: AppLovin outlines Q2 2025 with strategic focus on AI and e-commerce advancementsUS-UK trade deal to increase access to billions of dollars of US products, Trump saysTrump suggests cutting China tariffs to 80%Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

British Airways (EADSF) owner IAG orders 53 Boeing, Airbus planes for long-haul fleet. (00:19) Monster Beverage (MNST) sales slump on weak demand for alcohol beverages. (01:36) Expedia's (EXPE) anemic revenue growth reflects wary U.S. traveler. (02:26)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers Friday: PINS, AFRM, and moreNvidia to downgrade H20 chips for China after U.S. export restrictions - reportVanEck: If you’re worried you missed the gold rally, don’t be as it foresees further upsideTrump administration seeks tariff reductions and rare earths concessions in China talks - reportSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

James Kostohryz, who runs Successful Portfolio Strategy, explains why the Q1 GDP number was actually really good. This is an excerpt from a recent Investing Experts episode.Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbShow links:U.S. GDP contracts in Q1 as imports swell, price index jumpsPresident Trump says Q1 GDP actually rose when excluding importsSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

U.S. energy firms seek exemption from Trump plan to transport LNG on U.S.-built ships. (00:21) China Airlines orders Boeing (BA) 777X passenger and freighter models. (02:09) Lilly (LLY) benefits as judge upholds FDA removing Zepbound from shortages list. (02:43)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers Thursday: Crypto stocks, BYND, CLF, and moreTrump set to unveil trade deal with UK on Thursday - reportAlphabet shares tumble as Apple exec expresses search concernsCostco reports a 7% increase in U.S. comparable sales despite a negative calendar effectSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Fed keeps rates on hold amid stagflation concerns. (0:16) Chairman Powell stresses the Fed can wait to see how tariffs shake out. (1:09) White House ready to kill the AI diffusion rule. (2:55)  Show NotesDisney announces Abu Dhabi theme parkEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsb  Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

WW International (WW) sinks on Chapter 11 bankruptcy declaration. (00:21) Stock futures rise on news of U.S.-China trade talks. (01:15) Rivian (RIVN) unlocks an $1B investment from Volkswagen by recording another gross profit quarter. (01:49)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers Wednesday: SMCI, UPST, and moreTrump teases 'very, very big' announcement, says 'not necessarily' on tradeSuper Micro Computer projects $6B revenue for Q4 FY2025 with focus on AI and DLC solutionsAmazon's Zoox issues software recall, plans to scale up robotaxi productionSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

The companies announce a robotaxi partnership. (0:15) U.S. goods and services deficit widens. (1:36) OpenAI to buy coding tool Windsurf. (4:17)Show Notes Palantir gets big backing from Wall Street analystsBofA gets bullish on energyEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsb  Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Mattel (MAT) says higher prices in the U.S. will be a part of its tariff mitigation strategy. (00:23) Google(GOOG) (GOOGL) sets sights on Hollywood with film, TV production initiative - report. (02:16) Rite Aid files for second Chapter 11 bankruptcy, plus job cuts. (03:29)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers Tuesday: PLTR, F, and moreDoorDash to buy UK food delivery firm Deliveroo for $3.9BFord falls after pulling full-year guidance, warning of a $1.5B tariff hitIndia proposes zero-for-zero tariff deal on U.S. auto parts, steel - reportSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Trump announced a 100% tariff on movies made outside the U.S. (0:14) Hims & Hers appoints former Amazon exec as COO. (3:06) Skechers agrees to buyout offer. (3:19)  Show Notes Equity ETFs are still hot despite market wavesEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsb  Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Investors brace for Fed's upcoming rate decision (0:28), Taiwan dollar surges (2:08), and Tyson Foods skips mention of tariff or economic pressures (3:50).Show Notes: Taiwan dollar surges amid global trade dramaTyson Foods backs full-year guidance as it skips any mention of tariff or economic pressuresStock index futures in red as investors brace for Fed's upcoming rate decisionEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

The Oracle of Omaha will cede the helm of Berkshire Hathaway this year. (0:17) The Fed is expected to hold rates steady this week. (3:03) Is this the start of a new bear market? (3:56)Show Notes Earnings CalendarDividend RoundupEpisode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsb Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Most important earnings reports this week dilute tariff concerns (0:20). Starbucks, UPS spotty earnings, cloudy future (2:50). Apple vs. Microsoft (5:15). GDP contraction and Fed tells (6:25). Palantir, Disney, Ford - next week's compelling earnings (10:35). Amazon's tariff kerfuffle (12:55).Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbShow links: Apple shows resiliency in Q2 results, but tariffs weigh on stock: analystsMicrosoft Earnings Call TranscriptWhat analysts are saying about AmazonStarbucks tumbles as analysts push back the turnaround timelineUPS Q1 2025 Earnings Call TranscriptSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.