In April, signed sales contracts on existing homes dropped by 7.7% compared to March, marking the slowest pace since April 2020, according to the National Association of Realtors. This decline in pending sales, which are considered a forward-looking indicator of closed sales in the coming months, was also 7.4% lower than in April of the
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Despite higher profits and lower costs, Best Buy missed Wall Street’s quarterly sales expectations. The retailer saw a drop in revenue from the previous year, with sales ranging from flat to a 3% decline. The company blamed softer demand for consumer electronics as a contributing factor to these lackluster results. Best Buy has been struggling
Kohl’s, a well-known retail giant, experienced a significant setback in its fiscal first quarter with shares plummeting more than 20% in premarket trading. The company reported a surprising loss per share of 24 cents, far below Wall Street’s expectations of a profit of 4 cents. In addition, revenue for the quarter stood at $3.18 billion,
In a recent open letter, Joe Erlinger, the president of McDonald’s USA, addressed the growing concern over the company’s pricing strategy. Contrary to claims on social media, Erlinger revealed that the average price of McDonald’s menu items has only increased by around 40% since 2019, not the exaggerated 100% as some House Republicans suggested. Erlinger
Renowned short seller Jim Chanos vehemently denied the accusations against him, describing them as “false, baseless, and defamatory.” In an interview with CNBC’s Scott Wapner, Chanos addressed the lawsuit filed by Conlon Holdings, a company run by Sean Conlon, alleging that Chanos embezzled funds for personal use. The lawsuit claimed that Chanos treated his firm
Abercrombie & Fitch recently announced its strongest first quarter results in history, surpassing expectations and delighting investors. The retail giant experienced a 22% increase in sales compared to the previous year, with profits soaring to nearly seven times higher than anticipated. This exceptional performance demonstrates the company’s ability to navigate seasonal transitions and deliver relevant
Dick’s Sporting Goods has experienced a surge in consumer spending on new sneakers and athletic gear, resulting in the retailer raising its full-year earnings guidance. In the first fiscal quarter, Dick’s saw a 5.3% increase in comparable sales, surpassing analysts’ expectations of 2.4%. This growth was attributed to both increased transactions and higher average ticket
Despite underperformance in the public market, clean energy stocks are experiencing a resurgence in private markets. Clean Energy Ventures‘ newest fund, raising $305 million, exemplifies the growing appetite for decarbonization-focused companies. This oversubscribed fund, with a target of $200 million, showcases the interest from limited partners like The Grantham Foundation, Builders Vision, and Carbon Equity.
American Airlines shocked the aviation industry when they announced a significant cut in their sales outlook. This decision comes on the heels of the departure of their chief commercial officer, Vasu Raja. Raja, who has been with the company for just over two years, will be leaving his position next month. The airline giant revealed
When Starbucks and its baristas union resume contract bargaining this week, workers may have renewed momentum at their backs. This comes at a critical time for the coffee giant, as it recently reported a challenging quarter with a 3% decrease in U.S. same-store sales and a 7% drop in traffic. As a response, the company