Intel stock continues to plunge in Friday's trading session after the chipmaker reported disappointing first-quarter guidance, revealing a struggle to meet AI data center demands. The semiconductor manufacturer topped fourth-quarter earnings and revenue estimates. We break down the details and what it all means for investors. Yahoo Finance Tech and Markets Reporter Laura Bratton comes on Morning Brief to break down the biggest takeaways from Intel's earnings release, examining the company's foundry business ...

TGI friends, it's Friday for markets and this is opening bid. I'm Yahoo Finance executive editor Brian Sazi. I just placed my Amazon order for a car cover salt and hand warmers as we are here in New York City braced for a whopper of a winter storm this weekend.No idea if any of this stuff will arrive in my house in time, but I know this. Natural gas prices have surged 40% since Monday in advance of this impending storm dump. So, uh to those in the path of the storm, stay warm and stay vigilant.While it's br ...

Welcome to Morning Brief. I'm Julie Hyman. Let's get to three things you need to know today.First up, Intel shares are plunging as its outlook falls short of expectations. The stock is also under pressure as it says it is struggling with manufacturing issues. We'll dig into the latest results and where Intel's turnaround stands.Plus, in the broader market, stocks are under pressure to close out a volatile week. The S&P 500 now headed for back-toback weekly losses for the first time since June. We'll break d ...

Tik Tok has finally closed its long-awaited deal to remain in the US. The social media platform said its US arm has been bought by several investors that'll be led by Oracle. The deal brings an end to the yearslong saga that nearly saw the app banned in the United States.So joining us for more Yahoo Finance tech editor Dan Howie. Dan, okay, so if I'm an Oracle investor, what does this mean for me or if I'm a US investor generally. >> Uh, it means basically everything is a-ok.Okay. Now um more or less uh you ...

Joe, always good to see you. Thanks so much for joining me. >> Thank you.Very good to be with you, Jennifer. Happy holidays. >> Happy holidays to you.And what a way to kick off the holidays with such a stellar third quarter GDP number up 4.3% a full percentage point above expectations and driven by consumer spending up three and a half% though a large chunk of that from healthcare spending. Though we also saw trade really add to this number as well. Joe, can we see this level of growth sustained into next y ...

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Tax Policy Changes - The child tax credit received a $200 boost to the maximum amount for the 2025 tax year [2] - Individuals with tipped income can deduct that on their tax return, effective for 2025 [3] - A new $6,000 deduction per senior is available, subject to income thresholds [5][6] Impact of Tariffs - In 2025, tariffs amount to an estimated $1,100 burden per US household on average [7][8] - If tariffs remain in effect, the burden is projected to grow to about $1,400 per household next year [8] - Customs duties on Christmas lights alone have risen to $45 million this year [9] - Tariffs on holiday items have climbed to upwards of $500 million through the first 9 months of 2025 [11] - Toys and board games are subject to tariffs, increasing their cost [13][15] Offsetting Factors - Tax cuts passed by Congress last year will result in larger refunds [16] - The Treasury Department will adjust withholding tables for lower taxes from each paycheck [16] - Tax cuts in aggregate have a larger revenue impact than the tariff hikes [17]

AI & Tech Industry Trends - The AI revolution is significantly underestimated, with potential for substantial growth in the coming years [2][3] - US is ahead of China in tech for the first time in 30 years [3] - Enterprise adoption of AI is accelerating, with capex 50% higher than the beginning of the year [19] - 20% of vehicles are expected to be autonomous in the next 3-4 years [6] Company Specific Analysis - Nvidia is seen as fueling the AI revolution, with potential for numbers to be significantly underestimated, projecting a $250 stock price in a base case by the end of 2026 [2] - Tesla's autonomous robo-taxi initiatives are valued at $1 trillion conservatively, with a bull case of $3 trillion and a base case of $2 trillion [7] - Palantir is viewed as a disruptive force in the enterprise market, potentially becoming the next Salesforce or Oracle, with a trillion-dollar market cap expected in the next 2-3 years [13] - Adobe is facing pressure due to AI's impact on its business model and needs to adapt [16][17] Competitive Landscape - General Motors is in a better position than Ford in navigating the autonomous chapter [10][11] - Palantir poses a threat to traditional software companies like Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Workday [16]

Market Trends & Economic Indicators - Gold prices hit a record high, up 70% this year, with 50 record highs this year [1] - Copper prices also reached a record high, increasing by 30% this year, driven by AI data center usage [2] - US holiday retail spending increased by 42% year-over-year across all payment types [3] - Gas prices hit a 4-year low average nationwide ahead of the holiday travel rush [2] - Strong GDP print of 43% leads to uncertainty about future rate cuts [5] Fintech & Investment Opportunities - Fintech valuations are reflecting a negative scenario, potentially creating investment opportunities [9] - Consumer spending is supportive during the holiday season, impacting fintech [8] - Some fintech business models, like Block and PayPal, are seen as mature [11] - Dave, a neo bank providing short-term loans, shows promise in meeting consumer financial needs [12][13] Automotive Industry & Ford's Strategy - Ford's stock is up 36% year-to-date, despite a $195 billion charge tied to EV plans [30] - Ford CEO Jim Farley highlights a shortage of 400000 repair technicians across the economy, with 6000 bays in Ford dealerships without technicians [33][38] - Ford faces a $2 billion net tariff impact, hindering further US investments [49] - Ford acknowledges that customers are not interested in $75000 EVs and is shifting focus to more affordable EVs [53][54] AI & Technology - The market is pricing in tech and the S&P at 23%, but expectations are adjusted down to 18% [16][17] - Software names like Salesforce and Intuit may benefit from AI [17] - HUT 8's deal with Enthropic and Fluid Stack, backed by Google, indicates strong demand for AI infrastructure [22] - Service Now will acquire cyber security startup Armis in a $775 billion deal to expand its cyber security offerings amid the AI boom [28]