S&P 500 futures edged higher as investors reacted to reports of a potential 45-day ceasefire between the US and Iran, easing tensions that had pushed oil prices above $114 per barrel. President Trump issued stern warnings to Iran ahead of a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary while navigating supply chain issues and the challenge of maintaining its lead in artificial intelligence. Additionally, OpenAI acquired a popular tech podcast, signaling strategic moves ahead of a potential IPO. Upcoming earnings from Levi Strauss, Delta Air Lines, and Constellation Brands are also on investors' radar this week.
In 2026, Alphabet has delivered outstanding returns over one, three, and five years, contrasting with struggles faced by other hyperscalers. The semiconductor sector remains highly cyclical, impacting both business performance and stock prices. A com...
In Q2 2026, top contributors to growth included Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, Alphabet, United Rentals, Apple, and Visa. Alphabet’s Google Search and Cloud segments showed robust revenue growth of 19% and 63%, respectively, boosting operating i...
OpenAI has introduced the Codex Micro, a $230 light-up keyboard designed to enhance user control over its AI coding assistant, Codex. The device features customizable keys, a joystick, and a dial to adjust AI agent reasoning, aiming to serve as a com...
Apple has released detailed advertising policies for its upcoming Maps ads, set to launch in the U.S. and Canada this summer. Unlike Google, Apple excludes broad categories like home services (plumbing, locksmiths, HVAC) from advertising, aiming for ...
Larry Page's fortune surpassed $300 billion following a 3.9% rise in Alphabet shares, boosted by Warren Buffett's acknowledgment of Berkshire Hathaway's significant investment in the company. Berkshire Hathaway initially invested $4.3 billion in Alph...
