Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, speaks during the Viva Technology conference dedicated to innovation and startups at Porte de Versailles exhibition center in Paris, France, June 11, 2025.Nvidia stock rose for a fifth consecutive day Friday as the chipmaker hovered near fresh highs and investors shook off China concerns.The rise in shares has helped the artificial intelligence chipmaking giant regain its seat as the most valuable company. The stock is up 66% since hitting its 52-week low in early April. Its mar ...

Group 1 - The recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Home Depot parking lots in Los Angeles have sparked protests and raised concerns about the impact on sectors reliant on immigrant labor, particularly construction and residential housing [3][4] - Labor experts warn that the crackdown on day laborers could lead to significant delays in construction projects, with the Hispanic Construction Council estimating a nationwide construction workforce shortage of 500,000 workers [7][8] - The percentage of delayed construction projects has increased from 14% to 22% since President Trump took office, indicating a worsening labor market situation due to deportations and immigration enforcement [7] Group 2 - The practice of gathering in Home Depot parking lots for day labor has been a longstanding part of the labor landscape, primarily involving workers from Latin American countries targeted by tightening immigration policies [5][6] - The fear among day laborers is palpable, as they face the difficult choice of risking deportation or being unable to support their families, which is further exacerbated by the recent ICE raids [6][4] - The ripple effect of the labor shortage is felt throughout the construction industry, as smaller subcontractors struggle to complete jobs, impacting overall project timelines and efficiency [8]

In this articleSTLAStellantis' Ram display is seen at the New York International Auto Show on April 16, 2025.Danielle DeVries | CNBCAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis reemerged from a seven-month retirement late last year saying he "missed the fight" and admitting the Stellantis brand was getting smashed in the marketplace by its competition.Kuniskis walked on stage during a media event as the speakers blared Detroit rapper Eminem singing "Guess who's back, back again." He promised an aggressive tur ...

Tesla's June launch of its long-awaited "robotaxi" requires a lot of qualifiers: it was supervised, open only to a few invitees and included somewhere between 10-20 vehicles.The stock jumped 8% the day after the launch, and some participants and observers called it a success. The shares have largely given back that gain since then."I thought it was extremely smooth. Everything we saw," said Wedbush analyst Dan Ives. "Not just from a safety perspective. Maneuverability was way impressive. I thought actually ...

In this photo illustration, the DeepSeek logo is seen displayed on a smartphone screen and in the background, the flag of the European Union.One of Germany's data protection watchdogs on Friday said DeepSeek's app illegally sends user data to China and asked Google and Apple to consider blocking the artificial intelligence service.Berlin's data protection commissioner Meike Kamp said in a statement that DeepSeek's transfer of German user data to China is "unlawful." There is not a readily available way to g ...

Masayoshi Son, chairman and chief executive officer of SoftBank Group Corp., speaks during the company's annual general meeting in Tokyo, Japan, on Friday, June 27, 2025.SoftBank is "all in" on OpenAI, CEO Masayoshi Son said on Friday, as the Japanese tech giant looks to realize its vision of "artificial superintelligence."This year, the Japanese multinational conglomerate has been increasing its investments in OpenAI and participating in joint ventures such as the $500 billion Stargate project. According t ...

Core Insights - McCormick is evaluating the impact of new tariffs on its product sourcing, with a focus on agricultural effects [1] - The company has successfully mitigated tariff impacts and emphasizes that 90% of products sold in the U.S. are made domestically, although most ingredients are sourced internationally [1] - McCormick reported earnings that exceeded estimates, with shares rising over 5% following the announcement [3] Group 1 - The CEO highlighted that consumer volume growth has driven the quarter's performance, and consumers are adapting to economic pressures while maintaining spending on flavor [3][4] - The percentage of meals cooked at home is above pre-pandemic levels, indicating a shift in consumer behavior towards home cooking and health consciousness [3][4] - McCormick's product portfolio is positioned well for future opportunities, particularly in a health-focused market [4] Group 2 - The company sources black pepper from various global markets, including Brazil, Indonesia, and Vietnam, showcasing its diverse supply chain [2] - McCormick differentiates itself by focusing on flavor enhancement rather than competing for calorie consumption [5]

Digital boards are seen due to the global communications outage caused by CrowdStrike, which provides cyber security services to US technology company Microsoft, it was observed that some digital billboards in Times Square in New York City, United States, displayed a blue screen and some screens went completely black on July on 19, 2024.It's a bittersweet day for Windows users.Microsoft is scrapping its iconic "blue screen of death," known for appearing during unexpected restarts on Windows computers. The c ...

Core Viewpoint - Apple has revised its App Store policies in Europe to comply with the Digital Markets Act and avoid a potential fine of 500 million euros ($585 million) from the EU [1][3]. Policy Changes - The new policies involve a complex fee structure for app developers, with some now facing three separate fees for a single download [2]. - A new "core technology commission" fee of 5% will be applied to all digital purchases made outside the App Store [2]. Compliance and Regulatory Pressure - Apple claims that the changes were not voluntary but were necessitated by the European Commission's regulations, which could impose fines of up to 50 million euros per day [3]. - The European Commission is currently reviewing Apple's new terms to determine compliance with the Digital Markets Act [3][4]. Market Dynamics - The situation highlights Apple's strong defense of its App Store policies, which are a significant revenue source, generating fees between 15% and 30% on downloads [4]. - Despite a recent court ruling in the U.S. that prohibited certain practices, Apple continues to assert its right to a commission on iPhone apps linking to overseas digital purchases [5].

Group 1: Market Trends - Investors are actively purchasing shares of Generac, with the company experiencing nearly 12% growth this week and on track for its best week since November 2024 [1] - High temperatures and power outages across the central and eastern United States are contributing to increased demand for backup generators [2] - The Atlantic hurricane season is projected to be above normal, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasting 13 to 19 named storms, including 3 to 5 major hurricanes [3] Group 2: Industry Challenges - The combination of extreme heat and storms is straining the aging U.S. power grid, with research indicating a potential 50% increase in power outage risks due to climate change [5] - Generac's CEO highlighted the critical nature of the situation, noting that the demand for electricity is expected to grow at a 2.5% compound annual growth rate from 2024 to 2035 [6] Group 3: Related Companies - Trane Technologies, which produces cooling systems, is another company to watch, currently rated as a hold by analysts [7] - Utility stocks are anticipated to benefit from rising power demand, with Bank of America expecting significant tailwinds for the power sector in the second half of the year [7] - Preferred investment opportunities in the utilities sector include Sempra, Northwestern Energy, and Alliant Energy, as analysts seek laggards with catalysts for outperformance [8]