Weekly Market Summary
- This week marked a short trading period due to the Memorial Day holiday on Monday.
- The S&P 500 began with a strong rise, surging 2.1% on Tuesday, and ended the week with a 1.9% gain overall.
- Key events included President Trump's deferral of a proposed 50% EU tariff until July 9, sparking initial market enthusiasm.
- NVIDIA (NVDA, Financial) impressed with a positive earnings report midweek, influencing upward market movement.
- Despite midweek fluctuations caused by legal battles over tariffs and concerns about growth, market optimism held strong.
Major Developments
- NVIDIA's (NVDA) earnings and guidance were well received, boosting the information technology sector.
- U.S. Courts issued conflicting rulings on tariff enforcement, creating some market uncertainty.
- Improved consumer confidence and successful Treasury note auctions provided additional support.
Economic Indicators
- The U.S. Dollar Index rose by 0.3% this week.
- The 10-year Treasury note yield decreased by eight basis points to 4.42%.
- Consumer confidence increased, with an index jump to 98.0 in May.
- Personal income and spending data indicated robust economic fundamentals.
Market Data
- S&P 500 closed with a 1.9% weekly gain.
- Nasdaq Composite had a significant monthly rise of 9.6%.
- The month marked the best performance for the S&P 500 since 2023, up by 6.2%.
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Stock News
● EOG Resources (EOG, Financial) announced a $5.6 billion acquisition of Encino Acquisition Partners from the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. This strategic move significantly enhances EOG's holdings in the Utica shale, increasing its net core acres to 1.1 million and boosting production to 275,000 boe/day. The acquisition is expected to be accretive to EOG's EBITDA by 10% and cash flow by 9% in 2025.
● Strathcona Resources (OTCPK:STHRF, Financial) has formally bid to acquire MEG Energy (OTCPK:MEGEF, Financial) in a deal valued at approximately C$5.9 billion. The offer includes cash and stock, with Strathcona already owning 9.2% of MEG. The acquisition is expected to consolidate Strathcona's position in the energy sector, with significant equity commitments from Waterous Energy Fund.
● Synopsys (SNPS, Financial) has suspended sales in China to comply with new U.S. export curbs. The restrictions affect the sale of design software and semiconductor chemicals, impacting Synopsys' guidance for fiscal 2025. The company is assessing the potential impact on its business and financial condition.
● Nvidia (NVDA, Financial) and Dell Technologies (DELL, Financial) are set to provide technology for the U.S. Department of Energy's new supercomputer, Doudna. Scheduled for deployment in 2026, the system will enhance high-performance computing capabilities for scientific research, powered by Nvidia's next-generation platform.
● Zscaler (ZS, Financial) targets a $3 billion ARR milestone, driven by strong Q3 performance and the launch of the Z-Flex program. The company reported $678 million in revenue, up 23% year-over-year, and continues to innovate with its Zero Trust and Data Security platforms.
● Costco (COST, Financial) plans to open 27 new warehouses in 2025, focusing on price investment and digital initiatives. The company reported a 13% increase in net income for Q3, driven by competitive pricing and expanded gas station hours.
● NetApp (NTAP, Financial) outlined a $6.75 billion revenue midpoint for FY26, with growth driven by AI and all-flash storage solutions. The company reported record revenue and significant market share gains in the all-flash segment.
● UiPath (PATH, Financial) set a FY26 revenue target of $1.549 billion to $1.554 billion, highlighting the success of its Agentic Automation platform. The company reported strong Q1 financial performance, with significant customer engagement and partnerships.
● TransDigm (TDG, Financial) raised its offer price for Servotronics (SVT, Financial) to $47 per share, following an unsolicited proposal from a third party. The merger agreement, valued at approximately $110 million, aims to strengthen TransDigm's position in aerospace and defense components.
● Palantir Technologies (PLTR, Financial) shares rose 4% as the company secured new government contracts and expanded commercial activities. Palantir reported a 70% year-over-year increase in commercial revenue, with significant partnerships in healthcare and fraud detection.
● Summit Therapeutics (SMMT, Financial) saw its shares rise after its lung cancer therapy, developed with Akeso (OTCPK:AKESF, Financial), met the main goal in a late-stage trial. The therapy showed significant improvement in progression-free survival, with plans to seek FDA approval.
● American Eagle Outfitters (AEO, Financial) announced a $275 million capital expenditure plan, focusing on inventory management amid a Q1 loss. The company paused annual guidance but initiated a share repurchase program to enhance shareholder value.
● The Cooper Companies (COO, Financial) projected 10%-11.5% EPS growth for 2025, driven by its Myopia management portfolio and operational improvements. The company reported a 7% increase in consolidated organic revenue for Q2.
● Modine (MOD, Financial) plans to acquire L.B. White for approximately $112 million, aiming to integrate it into its HVAC Technologies group. The acquisition is expected to be immediately accretive to earnings and generate future cost savings.
● El Pollo Loco (LOCO, Financial) is under scrutiny from activist investor CapitalSpring, which holds a 5.2% stake. The investor plans to discuss strategic directions and potential transactions with the company's management and board.
● PepsiCo (PEP, Financial) successfully defended against a lawsuit over the invention of Flamin' Hot Cheetos. The court dismissed claims of fraud and defamation by a former executive, maintaining PepsiCo's narrative of the product's creation.
● Tian Ruixiang (TIRX, Financial) announced plans to acquire Ucare in a $150 million all-share deal. The acquisition aims to expand Tian Ruixiang's market presence and enhance its financial performance.
● EssilorLuxottica (OTCPK:ESLOY, Financial) agreed to acquire Optegra, expanding its med-tech strategy into advanced eyecare and surgical solutions. The acquisition strengthens its presence in the UK and several European countries.
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