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To gain an edge, this is what you need to know today.Pressure To Cut RatesPlease click here for an enlarged chart of Tesla Inc (TSLA).Note the following:This article is about the big picture, not an individual stock.  The chart of TSLA stock is being used to illustrate the point.The chart shows the fall in TSLA stock after reporting earnings.The chart shows that zone 2 (support) is far off.RSI on the chart shows that TSLA stock is not oversold after the drop.On the earnings conference call, Tesla’s CEO Elon ...

Core Insights - St-Georges Eco-Mining Corp. has appointed Byron D'Silva as Chief Financial Officer and Director of its battery processing subsidiary, EVSX Corp. [1][2] - D'Silva brings over 15 years of experience in corporate finance and operational strategy, previously working at KPMG and Royal Bank of Canada [3] - His appointment is seen as a significant step in EVSX's growth as it scales its battery processing and critical mineral recovery operations [3] Company Overview - EVSX operates a battery processing line with a capacity of 12,500 tonnes per year, capable of recovering critical battery metals and repurposing materials back into the supply chain [5] - The facility is located in Thorold, Ontario, strategically positioned within a major automotive cluster in North America [5] - EVSX holds a three-year battery supply agreement with Call2Recycle and is expanding its battery supply partnerships [5] Compensation Details - As part of his compensation package, D'Silva was issued 500,000 options under the terms set for management [4] St-Georges Eco-Mining Corp. Overview - St-Georges develops new technologies and holds a diversified portfolio of assets, including several subsidiaries focused on advanced battery processing and critical minerals [6] - The company is involved in various initiatives, including metallurgical R&D, gold exploration, and technology development for methane conversion [6]

Hello and welcome to Morning Brief Market Sunrise. I'm Raman Karamali live from Yahoo Finances studios in London. It's Wednesday 23rd July.Coming up on the show, the US and Japan agree a trade deal. The president labels it massive as the tariff is set at 15%. But the Detroit 3, that's Ford, General Motors, and Stalantis, aren't too thrilled.I'll explain why. And earning season continues. We'll have the latest from the likes of AT&T, Hasbro, and Hilton.So, grab your coffee and let's own the morning. Well, we ...

US-Japan Trade Agreement - The US and Japan have reached a trade agreement involving reciprocal tariffs, particularly on autos, with Japan proposing an innovative solution involving equity, credit guarantees, and funding for major projects in the US [5][6] - Japan will provide new capital targeted at strategic industries in the US to de-risk supply chains, especially in areas like medicine and semiconductors [6][7] - The agreement includes a 15% tariff rate for Japan, specifically for reciprocal tariffs on autos, which is linked to Japan's innovative financing mechanism [5][6] - The 15% tariff rate for Japan is considered a result of their innovative package, with President Trump pushing them to do even more [10] US-EU Trade Relations - The EU has not yet presented an innovative package similar to Japan's, but trade talks are progressing [11] - The EU is reportedly preparing to impose 30% tariffs on €100 billion (approximately $107 billion USD) worth of goods if no deal is reached [12] - The US views itself as a deficit nation compared to the EU's surplus, suggesting that trade escalations would impact the EU more [13] US-China Trade Relations - The US is in a good place with China and can start moving on to bigger discussions, with the potential for a rebalancing of the US-China relationship [14][15] - The US aims to bring back precision manufacturing and wants China to become more of a consumption economy [15] - Discussions with China will include purchasing agreements, especially for agriculture, with a focus on rebalancing the trade relationship [16][17] - Regular meetings with China are planned, with no desire to decouple but a need to de-risk part of the US supply chain [19] Federal Reserve and Monetary Policy - The Treasury Secretary believes the Federal Reserve's analysis of tariffs is off, as they have seen very little price pressure from tariffs [26] - The Treasury Secretary suggests the Federal Reserve should conduct an internal review to separate monetary policy from other activities [31] - The Treasury Secretary believes that regulation has been too stringent since the great financial crisis, leading to a build-up outside the regulated financial system, with private credit up ten times [36]

Core Insights - Tesla has experienced declines in deliveries across various European regions, attributed to weaker demand for electric vehicles, political controversies surrounding CEO Elon Musk, and increased competition [1] - Despite challenges, Tesla reported second-quarter deliveries that exceeded analyst expectations, indicating a potential recovery in June [2] - In the UK, Tesla regained its top position in the electric vehicle market in June, achieving a market share of 16.1%, surpassing competitors like VW, BMW, and Ford [3] Group 1: Market Performance - Tesla's deliveries in June reached 7,719 units, marking the highest monthly volume since March 2023 [4] - The overall electric vehicle market share in the UK for June was 35.9%, with battery-powered EVs accounting for 24.8% and plug-in hybrids for 11.2%, an increase from 28.2% in June 2024 [5] - The overall automotive sector in the UK saw a 7% year-over-year increase in June, with 191,316 vehicles sold, highlighting the growing importance of electric vehicles in the market [6] Group 2: Stock Performance - Tesla's stock price increased by 0.4% to $314.75, within a 52-week trading range of $182.00 to $488.54, although it remains down 17% year-to-date in 2025 [7]

But that doesn't mean that we didn't have the live stream showed parishioners inside a Michigan church hearing gunshots and scrambling for cover. Please everybody come to the back. But outside just moments before Deacon Richard Prior was in his Ford F-150 running late for church that Sunday morning in June when he saw a gunman approaching the building wearing a tactical vest.It wasn't a smile. It wasn't a smirk. He just kind of looked at me and he just turned and and continued walking with a gun in hand.Yea ...

Tariffs do matter. They raise prices almost immediately. If you slap a 25% tariff on all the cars and trucks we import from Korea and Japan, you're talking about roughly 17% of the vehicles sold in the US last year.Today, President Trump did precisely that, which would be a 25% price increase on about 16 of the US auto market. And that's on top of the existing tariffs on everything from Japan and South Korea. Now that's big enough to cause some inflation which is a major reason why the averages rolled over ...

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Core Insights - The 2025 Mid-Year Auto Market Review by CarGurus highlights the influence of tariffs, inventory dynamics, and consumer preferences on vehicle supply, pricing, and demand [1][2] Group 1: Market Dynamics - The auto market has experienced significant shifts in consumer behavior due to policy changes and economic uncertainty, leading to increased demand for affordability and efficiency [2] - New vehicle sales surged by 48% year-over-year following the March tariff announcement, although demand has since normalized [4] - Listings for new cars priced under $30,000 have decreased by 15% since late March, with compact and crossover models seeing the largest declines [4] Group 2: Pricing Trends - The average price of new vehicles remains stable at approximately $49,600, despite over 60% of listings being post-tariff inventory [4] - Luxury SUVs have seen significant price increases since the tariffs were implemented, while electric vehicles have experienced the largest price decreases [4] Group 3: Inventory Insights - Aged new car inventory is at levels not seen since 2020, with over 7% of listings being 2024 or older, providing opportunities for deals on pre-tariff inventory [4] - The supply of used cars has reached multi-year highs, but 3- to 4-year-old models remain scarce and are priced at a premium due to pandemic-related production disruptions [4] Group 4: Consumer Preferences - Fuel-efficient models, including hybrids, EVs, and compacts, are leading in demand, with hybrids showing a 43% increase in retail sales compared to 2024 [4] - Average list prices for new hybrids have decreased by about $1,400 year-over-year, making them attractive to value-conscious buyers [4]