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Hello and welcome to Market Domination. I'm Jared Glicker in for Josh Lipton live from our New York headquarters. There's just an hour to go until the closing bell and stocks are in rally mode.Check out the Dow crossing 50,000 for the first time. It is up 2.24% leading the way up quadruple digits over a,000 points. S&P 500 trailing at 1.7% and the NASDAQ DACA composite right there in line with it.But let's get over to an ESPA who is standing by with the headlines that has 50,000. I thought this day would ne ...

Disney Succession Plan - Disney has officially named Josh Dearo as its next CEO, succeeding Bob Iger later this year [1][10] - Josh Dearo's experience in overseeing the parks and cruises business, which accounts for nearly 60% of Disney's profits, is seen as a critical factor for his selection [4][10] - The transition is expected to be smoother than previous succession attempts due to a more deliberate process and the retention of key executives like Dana Walden [14][15] Business Performance and Strategy - Disney's reliance on its experiences segment is crucial for growth, especially as the entertainment sector faces challenges [4][8] - The company has established a strong base of intellectual property (IP) that supports its content strategy, although there are concerns about the need for more content [6][9] - The stock performance has been rangebound over the past decade, with a need for continued growth in experiences and streaming to improve profitability [15][20] Market Outlook - Despite short-term headwinds, such as a dip in tourism to domestic parks, the long-term outlook for Disney is considered optimistic due to the growth potential in its core businesses [21][22] - The company is viewed as undervalued, with expectations for a recovery as it navigates the transition in leadership and focuses on its growth-oriented segments [20][22]

Porsche is considering shelving an electric sports car line to cut costs that have ballooned due its overly ambitious EV bet, according to people familiar with the matter. https://t.co/LjlLNgejbM ...

When Tesla stops building the Model S, it will mark the end of arguably the most influential car of the modern era, long the lifeblood of the EV maker, writes @timkhiggins. 🔗 https://t.co/BZQSCfrKus https://t.co/k1DXTfCt3g ...

Tesla - Tesla's Q4 adjusted EPS was 0.50, beating the consensus estimate of 0.45 [1] - Q4 revenue was $24.90 billion, slightly below the estimate of $25.11 billion [1] - Q4 gross margins were 20.1%, exceeding the estimate of 17.1% [1] - Free cash flow for Q4 was $1.42 billion, compared to an estimate of $1.59 billion [1] - Tesla is utilizing 10,000 humanoid robots named Optimus in factories, with plans to ramp up production to 1 million units by 2027-2028 [1][3] - Each robot is expected to generate a profit of $20,000, potentially leading to $20 billion in profits from robot sales alone [1][3] - The humanoid robotics market is projected to grow from nearly $3 billion in 2025 to $15 billion by 2030, representing a 39% CAGR [1] - Tesla plans to unveil Optimus version 3 in Q1 of this year, with production expected to start by the end of the year [1][3] - The company is also preparing for production ramps of Tesla Semi and Cyber Cab [1] Meta - Meta's Q4 EPS was $8.88, with revenue of $59.89 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $58.42 billion [4] - Q4 ad revenue was $58.14 billion, exceeding the street estimate of $56.6 billion [4] - Meta's Q1 revenue forecast ranges from $53.5 billion to $56.5 billion, compared to a previous estimate of $51.27 billion [4] - The company plans capital expenditures of $115 to $135 billion for 2026, higher than the street estimate of $110.6 billion [4] - Meta is focusing on monetizing WhatsApp and has started selling ads on Reels, enhancing its revenue streams [4] - Analysts express confidence in Meta's long-term growth potential despite concerns over high capital expenditures [6][8] - Meta's stock trades at 18 times forward earnings, considered cheap for the growth it is achieving [9]

Ford just announced it's going to be making a $2 billion bet on a totally new industry: energy storage. That comes as automakers pivot away from EVs. Weaker sales and lowered forecasts are leading companies to find new uses for the battery factories they invested billions of dollars into. Energy storage is a natural next best option; big battery packs that store power for homes, businesses and even utilities they can collect electricity from, say, solar panels for use when the sun isn't shining.Or they can ...

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]

Company Overview & Challenges - Lucid Motors, originating as Atieva in 2007, rebranded and received major funding from Saudi Arabia's PIF in 2019 [8] - Despite critical acclaim and technological advantages, Lucid has struggled to achieve high production volumes, consistently falling short of its 20,000 units per year target [2][3] - The company faces challenges in scaling production, managing its supply chain, and achieving profitability [5][20][39] Product Strategy & Market Positioning - Lucid launched the Air sedan and subsequently the Gravity SUV, hoping the latter would boost sales [1][4] - The company is developing a mid-size platform targeting a $50,000 price range to address a larger market segment [28] - Lucid is expanding internationally, including establishing a factory in Saudi Arabia with a planned capacity of 155,000 vehicles per year [32][33] Financial Status & Future Outlook - Lucid's 2021 IPO raised $45 billion [1] - The company is currently not profitable, with production costs exceeding revenue in Q3 2025 [6][39] - As of Q3 2025, Lucid reported $55 billion in liquidity and $16 billion in cash, with enough runway to last through the first half of 2027 [45] Strategic Partnerships & Technological Advancements - Lucid is entering the robotaxi market through partnerships with Uber and Nuro, with Uber investing $300 million and planning to deploy 20,000 or more Gravity robotaxis [36][37] - The company emphasizes its in-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities, utilizing "software-defined manufacturing" for process optimization [16][17] Market Dynamics & Competition - The shift in market preference from sedans to SUVs impacted the sales of the Air sedan [12] - Lucid faces intense competition in the luxury EV segment from established players like Tesla, Mercedes, and Porsche [43] - The company is focusing on brand building, including a new marketing approach with a global brand ambassador [44]

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