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Emerson Electric lifts profit forecast floor on automation demand
Reuters· 2026-02-03 21:40
Emerson Electric on Tuesday posted higher first-quarter profit and raised the bottom end of its 2026 adjusted per-share profit forecast, helped by strong demand for industrial automation equipment. ...
trivago N.V. reports solid Q4 2025 results, achieving 27% YoY revenue growth
Globenewswire· 2026-02-03 21:40
Core Insights - trivago N.V. reported strong financial results for Q4 2025, achieving a total revenue growth of 27% year-over-year, driven by a 17% increase in Referral Revenue [4][9][10] - The company exceeded its revenue and profitability expectations for the full year 2025, with total revenue growth of 19% and an Adjusted EBITDA of €15.8 million [4][12] - The CEO highlighted the effectiveness of increased brand investments since mid-2023, which have led to significant growth in branded channel traffic revenue [4][5] Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q4 2025 was €120.0 million, compared to €94.8 million in Q4 2024, marking a 27% increase [6][9] - Referral Revenue reached €109.4 million in Q4 2025, up from €93.5 million in the same quarter of 2024, reflecting a 17% growth [6][21] - Net income for Q4 2025 was €14.5 million, a significant increase from €5.1 million in Q4 2024, while Adjusted EBITDA was €11.3 million, slightly up from €11.1 million [6][48] Growth Drivers - The growth in Q4 2025 was attributed to double-digit Referral Revenue growth across all trivago Core segments, particularly a 20% increase in the Americas [5][10] - The company anticipates continued double-digit revenue growth and improved profitability for the full year 2026, with an expected Adjusted EBITDA of at least €20 million [5][14] Advertising and Marketing - Advertising Spend increased by 31% year-over-year to €75.3 million in Q4 2025, driven by brand marketing investments aimed at increasing direct traffic [11][25] - The Return on Advertising Spend (ROAS) decreased to 147.9% in Q4 2025 from 162.9% in Q4 2024, reflecting higher brand marketing investments [11][26] Segment Performance - The Americas segment generated €43.2 million in Referral Revenue for Q4 2025, a 20% increase from €36.0 million in Q4 2024 [19] - Developed Europe and Rest of World segments also showed growth, with Referral Revenue increasing by 15% in both segments [19][20] Outlook - The company expects to maintain a strong growth trajectory in 2026, focusing on cost discipline and leveraging AI to enhance profitability [5][13] - Continued product improvements and an increasing number of logged-in members are anticipated to further enhance booking conversion rates [13]
Here's How Much Amazon Stock Is Expected to Move After Earnings Thursday
Investopedia· 2026-02-03 21:40
-- Here's How Much Amazon Stock Is Expected to Move After Earnings Thursday [Major Indexes Slide as Tech Stocks Tumble][Palantir Stock Soars on Strong Earnings, Outlook][Data Blackout Returns As Shutdown Delays Jobs Report][Where Are Gold and Silver Prices Headed Next?]- Top StoriesAmazon is seen reporting record revenue on the back of a strong holiday shopping season and solid cloud growth.Ying Tang / NurPhoto / Getty ImagesClose### Key Takeaways- Options pricing suggests traders expect Amazon's stock coul ...
Experian to Acquire AI-Powered Mortgage Shopping Platform Own Up
PYMNTS.com· 2026-02-03 21:39
Core Insights - Experian is expanding its presence in the mortgage industry by acquiring Own Up, an AI-powered mortgage shopping platform [1][2] - The acquisition aims to enhance Experian Marketplace by integrating Own Up's homebuying guidance and loan capabilities [2] - The deal is expected to close in 90 days, pending regulatory approvals [2] Company Strategy - The acquisition strengthens Experian's role as a comprehensive financial co-pilot for consumers, offering personalized mortgage options within a secure platform [3] - Own Up's technology and network of over 40 lenders will help ensure borrowers do not overpay for mortgages, enhancing the homebuying experience [4] - The integration will complement Experian's existing B2B mortgage capabilities and consumer services that reach 80 million members [4] Recent Developments - In October, Experian acquired KYC360, a regulatory technology provider, to enhance its data, analytics, and credit risk platform [5] - The company has made borrowing and repayment history data of over 8 million UK businesses available to lenders [6] - Experian partnered with CleverChain for AI-powered global due diligence intelligence and collaborated with Fair4All Finance to improve access to debt consolidation products [6]
EARNINGS ALERT: AMD
Youtube· 2026-02-03 21:39
AMD is on the first tick it looks like slightly lower. Um it's moving around quite dramatically though. Um fourth quarter adjusted EPS $153.That is way better than the$132 that was expected. Uh looking at revenue 10.27% billion. That is also better than expected by a pretty wide margin.Looking for uh 9.67% billion for an estimate. They provide capex numbers of 222 million uh which is actually lower than the estimate. Um all things considered seems relatively contained compared to some of the other numbers w ...
Mondelez International Fourth-Quarter Profit Falls, Hurt by High Cocoa Costs
WSJ· 2026-02-03 21:39
The owner of Oreo and Cadbury posted a quarterly profit of $665 million, down from $1.75 billion a year earlier. ...
Chipotle's outlook for the year casts doubt on a restaurant-industry rebound
MarketWatch· 2026-02-03 21:38
Chipotle's outlook for the year casts doubt on a restaurant-industry rebound - MarketWatch## Earnings Results# Chipotle's outlook for the year casts doubt on a restaurant-industry rebound## Shares fall after hours as management says it will focus more on new menu items and relaunch its rewards program, with hopes of stronger sales growth aheadPublished: Feb. 3, 2026 at 4:38 p.m. ETShareResize---Listen(2 min)Chipotle reported fourth-quarter results on Tuesday. Photo: Getty ImagesShares of Chipotle Mexican Gr ...
Blackstone Stock, Alternative Managers, BDCs Dive as Software Woes Infect Private Credit
Barrons· 2026-02-03 21:38
Blackstone Stock, Alternative Managers, BDCs Dive as Software Woes Infect Private Credit - Barron'sSkip to Main ContentThis copy is for your personal, non-commercial use only. Distribution and use of this material are governed by our Subscriber Agreement and by copyright law. For non-personal use or to order multiple copies, please contact Dow Jones Reprints at 1-800-843-0008 or visit www.djreprints.com.# Blackstone Stock, Alternative Managers, BDCs Dive as Software Woes Infect Private CreditBy [Andrew Bary ...
Digital Turbine Stock Rips Higher After Q3 Earnings Report
Benzinga· 2026-02-03 21:38
Digital Turbine, Inc. (NASDAQ:APPS) shares rallied in Tuesday's extended trading after the company released its third-quarter earnings report. Here's a look at the key figures from the quarter. APPS stock is soaring. Watch the price action here.The Details: Digital Turbine reported quarterly earnings of 18 cents per share, which beat the analyst consensus of 12 cents by 56.52%, according to Benzinga Pro.Quarterly revenue of $151.4 million beat the Street estimate of $145.73 million. Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA ...
SOLITRON DEVICES, INC. ANNOUNCES ANNUAL MEETING DATE AND EXPLORATION OF POTENTIAL MERGER OR SALE OPPORTUNITIES
Globenewswire· 2026-02-03 21:38
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Solitron Devices, Inc. (OTC Pink: SODI) (“Solitron” or the “Company”) is announcing that the Company’s Board of Directors has set April 24, 2026 as its annual meeting date and has decided to pursue the exploration of potential transactions including merger or sale opportunities.   Solitron’s annual meeting has typically been held in January. The delay in the meeting was due to Solitron receiving an unsolicited non-binding acquisition proposal that we ...