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GoodRx CEO discusses Novo Nordisk partnership.
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-18 20:18
Partnership & Product Offering - GoodRx partners with Novo Nordisk to offer diabetes and weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy for $499 per month to eligible patients via its online pharmacy [1] - The partnership aims to make these branded drugs more accessible and affordable [2] - GoodRx coupons can be used at 70,000+ pharmacies across the US [2] Supply & Regulatory Landscape - Supply issues for these drugs have eased in recent months [3] - The FDA has revised its position due to increased supply from manufacturers [3]
How tariffs are hurting soybean farmers, homebuilder confidence falls in August
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-18 19:19
Market Trends & Challenges - US soybean farmers are facing a "five-alarm fire" situation due to China's current halt of soybean purchases from the US, impacting the crop that is starting to be harvested [1] - The housing market has slowed down due to persistently high mortgage rates [1] Economic Factors - President Trump's tariffs are impacting soybean farmers [1] - High mortgage rates are constricting the housing market [1]
Aerospace is hiring fast and veterans have the edge
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-18 19:00
I I did a due diligence on a space-based data center about a month ago, right? A bunch of a bunch of people from companies you've heard of before are starting to put a redundant data center in space. I'm like, what are we what are we what are we doing? Welcome to Warrior Money, the show devoted to supporting our brothers veterans. I'm Patrick Mur and I'm Dan Coons. Today we are looking at aerospace, one of the most critical sectors in our economy and national security and how it's going to relate to you. Wh ...
LIVE: President Trump meets with European leaders at the White House
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-18 18:24
President Trump meets with European leaders at the White House #youtube #US #news About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life. - Get the latest news and data at finance.yahoo.com - Download the Yahoo Finance app on Apple (https://apple.co/3Rten0R) or Android (https://bit.ly/3t8UnXO) - Follow Yahoo Finance on social: X: http://twitter. ...
GLP-1 drug Wegovy approved to treat liver disease, what's driving Q2 earnings results
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-18 17:07
Welcome to Yahoo Finance's flagship show, The Morning Brief. I'm Julie Heyman. Let's get to the three things you need to know today.First up, US stock futures wavering with major averages trading within points of their record highs. Investors will be closely watching everything from central banks to geopolitics this week. President Trump is set to meet with Ukrainian President Vudamir Zilinski this afternoon following his summit with Vladimir Putin on Friday.A resol resolution in the Ukraine war could be a ...
Markets anticipate Fed's chair Powell's speech on Friday, retail earnings and the consumer
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-18 15:48
I'm the finance executive editor Brian Saz and you're taking a look at a live shot of the opening bells on Wall Street on this Monday morning. Megaish ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange and CTW Cayman, a gaming platform company getting things popping over there at the NASDAQ. Now, there will be no shortage of market moving events this week.Ukraine President Vladimir Zalinski will be back in Washington after President Trump met with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin last week. Other Europea ...
Trump to host Zelensky in DC, Walmart and Target earnings preview
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-18 14:50
Geopolitics and Macroeconomics - Investors are focused on President Trump's meeting with Ukraine's president and European allies, seeking clarity on commitments made to Vladimir Putin [1][3][4] - The market anticipates potential interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in September, influenced by recent US jobs and inflation data [8] - Economist Mark Summerland suggests a 50 basis points rate cut next month, citing a slowing economy and an inverted yield curve [9][11] Retail Sector - Big box retailers like Walmart, Target, and Home Depot are in focus this week as they report earnings [6] - July retail sales grew 05%, driven by car dealerships, furniture stores, and online spending, but consumer sentiment remains below last year, falling 5% to 586% [6][7] - Target is expected to report potentially lowered guidance, with about 50% of their cost of goods sold tied to imports and tariffs [28] - Home Depot and Lowe's stocks have risen, pricing in a potential rate cut from the Federal Reserve in September, which could improve remodeling trends [30][31] - Walmart is expected to report strong sales and reaffirm guidance, benefiting from lower prices, a larger grocery section, and a better website [34][35][36] Energy Sector - Vestas' shares rose over 16% after the Treasury Department and IRS issued guidance on tax credits for clean energy projects [16][17] - Sunrun's stock jumped almost a third, up over 2%, after the Trump administration released new guidance on tax credits for renewable projects [18][19] - Oil prices are holding steady as traders await clues from the meeting between President Trump and President Zelensky [20] Trending Tickers - Nova Nordisk's stock is getting a boost after receiving FDA approval for Wegovy to treat a serious form of liver disease [43] - Soho House is set to go private in a deal worth $28 billion, with investors paying $9 a share [47] - Palo Alto Networks is set to report fourth-quarter earnings, with analysts expecting adjusted earnings of 89 cents per share on revenue of $25 billion [50]
LIVE: President Trump meets with Ukraine's President Zelensky at the White House
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-18 14:00
President Trump meets with Ukraine's President Zelensky at the White House #youtube #US #news About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life. - Get the latest news and data at finance.yahoo.com - Download the Yahoo Finance app on Apple (https://apple.co/3Rten0R) or Android (https://bit.ly/3t8UnXO) - Follow Yahoo Finance on social: X: htt ...
Why this strategist thinks the S&P 500 could drop by nearly 1,000 points
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-17 16:00
Market Outlook & Economic Concerns - Consumption is expected to slow down in the second half of the year [2] - Real wage income may face pressure due to hours worked and hourly earnings [3] - Big tech core businesses are sensitive to economic slowdown, potentially leading to negative operating leverage [3] - Stagflation, though not as severe as in the 1970s, could put the Federal Reserve in a difficult position [4] - Bull market psychology is present but prone to sudden breaks, with several risks in the latter half of the year [7] Inflation & Monetary Policy - Core PCE inflation is projected to be near 3% into the first half of 2026, which is not aligned with the Federal Reserve's goals [3] - The market may need to adjust expectations for rate cuts in 2026 [4] - There is a potential conflict between the Federal Reserve's desire for low inflation and the President's preference for a "red-hot" economy with strong nominal growth [13] S&P 500 & Potential Correction - The S&P 500 could potentially decline to 5500 in a significant economic slowdown, representing a mid-teens correction [9] - A milder correction could see the S&P 500 at 5750, a roughly 10% decrease [9] - Economic profits versus enterprise value to invested capital are close to levels seen in late 1999 before the market downturn [10] Investment Strategy - Investors should consider defensive, value-oriented sectors like beaten-up healthcare, waste companies, and utilities [14] - Caution is advised against being overly bullish, especially with cash needed within the next year [12]
Mortgage rates: 15 year dips below 6%
Yahoo Finance· 2025-08-17 15:10
Mortgage Rates and Market Trends - US mortgage rates experienced the most significant weekly drop since February, with the 15-year mortgage rate falling below 6% for the first time in four months, matching its lowest level since October [1] - Despite lower mortgage rates, the industry has not observed a corresponding increase in purchase applications, although refinance activity has seen a notable uptick [3] - Realtor.com data indicates rental market softening with 24 consecutive months of rent decreases, showing a 2.7% year-over-year decline in asking rents as of July [9] Shelter Inflation and Affordability - Shelter costs continue to decelerate, but still outpace overall inflation [1] - Shelter inflation remains persistent due to the significant rent increases during the pandemic, with current rents catching up to those increases [8] - A Yahoo Finance poll indicates that most people feel the housing market is out of reach at current prices, with home prices up 15% to 50% from pre-pandemic levels in some metro areas [12] Housing Market Dynamics - Home ownership rates have softened due to high costs, particularly impacting younger households who are more flexible between renting and owning [14][16] - In many major metropolitan areas, renting is currently more financially advantageous than buying when considering simple monthly costs [17] - Slowdown in multi-family permitting activity in some metro areas like Philadelphia, Orlando and San Diego suggests builders are reacting to market conditions and potential impacts of tariffs [20]