Core Viewpoint - Masco Corporation reported weaker-than-expected earnings for the first quarter, missing both earnings per share and sales estimates due to macroeconomic uncertainties and tariffs [1][2]. Financial Performance - The company posted quarterly earnings of $0.87 per share, below the analyst consensus estimate of $0.92 per share [1]. - Quarterly sales amounted to $1.80 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $1.84 billion [1]. - The adjusted operating profit margin was reported at 16.0 percent [2]. Shareholder Returns - Masco returned $196 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases during the first quarter [2]. Market Reaction - Following the earnings announcement, Masco shares gained 1.3%, trading at $60.08 [2]. Analyst Ratings and Price Targets - Baird analyst Timothy Wojs maintained an Outperform rating, lowering the price target from $72 to $70 [7]. - Evercore ISI Group analyst Stephen Kim maintained an In-Line rating, lowering the price target from $82 to $71 [7]. - Truist Securities analyst Keith Hughes maintained a Buy rating, lowering the price target from $92 to $75 [7]. - UBS analyst John Lovallo maintained a Buy rating, lowering the price target from $91 to $80 [7]. - Goldman Sachs analyst Susan Maklari maintained a Buy rating, lowering the price target from $82 to $73 [7]. - RBC Capital analyst Mike Dahl maintained a Sector Perform rating, cutting the price target from $74 to $62 [7].

FirstService Corporation (NASDAQ:FSV) Q1 2025 Results Conference Call April 24, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Scott Patterson - Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Rakusin - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Stephen MacLeod - BMO Capital Markets Scott Fletcher - CIBC Daryl Young - Stifel Stephen Sheldon - William Blair Frederic Bastien - Raymond James Operator Welcome to the First Quarter Investor Conference Call. Today's call is being recorded. All participants are in a listen-only mo ...

21世纪经济报道记者舒晓婷 北京报道美国滥施关税，对其自身经济造成的冲击已经有所显现。 据央视新闻报道，当地时间4月23日，美联储发布最新一期全国经济形势调查报告（简称"褐皮书"）， 这是美国滥施关税后的第一份褐皮书，因此备受市场关注。 褐皮书显示，自上次报告以来，国际贸易政策的不确定性普遍存在，仅有五个地区经济活动略有增长， 三个地区经济活动基本保持不变，其余四个地区经济活动略有下降。 褐皮书认为，随着经济不确定性的增加，特别是围绕关税的不确定性，多个地区的前景显著恶化。 渣打中国财富方案部首席投资策略师王昕杰在接受21世纪经济报道记者采访时表示，相较之前的褐皮 书，此次褐皮书阐述经济活动整体变动不大，其中就业总体保持不变或略有上升。值得注意的是，本次 编撰的信息均来自4月14日之前，"关税"一词被频繁提及，贯穿了本次褐皮书的始终，其最直接的表述 也观察到了美国各地区的物价普遍上涨，企业预计关税将导致成本上升。在此背景下，"不确定性"一词 也频繁出现，传达出在关税的影响下对于未来经济的担忧。 此外，王昕杰表示，最新一期褐皮书对于"通胀"的表述量减少，一方面可能是合并进"关税"相关内容做 联动讨论，另一方面可 ...

Core Viewpoint - The IMF indicates that many Asian central banks have room to lower interest rates to mitigate the impact of U.S. tariffs on their economies [1] Group 1: Economic Impact - The IMF has revised down its GDP forecasts for export-driven Asian economies due to increased uncertainty in trade policies since January [1] - The short-term economic outlook for the region has worsened significantly due to these uncertainties [1] Group 2: Monetary Policy Flexibility - Low inflationary pressures provide Asian economies with some leeway to adjust interest rates [1] - Many countries in the region can consider easing monetary policy to buffer against external shocks, as inflation is mostly at or below target levels [1]

文/《清华金融评论》 王茅 北京时间4月2 4日凌晨，美联储公布了最新一期的美国经济状况报告（简 称《褐皮书》），这是"关税风暴"以来的第一份《褐皮书》，因此非常受 到市场的关注。 《褐皮书》显示，随着经济不确定性加剧，尤其是关税方面的不确定性， 几个地区的前景"显著恶化"。各地区价格均有所上涨，大多数地区指出， 企业预计关税将导致投入成本增长加快。 本次 《褐皮书》的与众不同之处 和以后相比，美联储本次发布的《褐皮书》有以下显著特点： 一是"关税"提及频率创历史新高。 褐皮书报告有107次提到"关税"，是上一期的两倍多，远超特朗普第一任期峰值（51次）。89次提及"不确定性"，显示 关税政策反复无常对企业信心冲击极大。 二是经济前景显著恶化。 多个地区因关税不确定性导致前景"显著恶化"，企业普遍采取缩短定价周期、加收关税附加费等临时措施以应对成本压力。 三是消费者行为扭曲。 消费者赶在关税涨价前抢购汽车和非耐用品，但非汽车类消费整体萎缩，国际游客数量锐减。 四是就业市场分化。 政府职位及依赖财政的机构裁员，私营企业招聘放缓甚至酝酿裁员，反映出特朗普政府缩减联邦开支的影响。 《褐皮书》揭示的内容将产生哪些潜在 ...

美联储发布美国经济状况褐皮书显示，由于关税等因素导致经济不确定性增强，多个地区的前景明显恶 化。 ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, consolidated revenue reached $684.1 million, a 6.6% increase year-over-year from $641.9 million [26] - Adjusted EBITDA was $70.3 million, slightly down from $72.6 million in the previous year [26] - Non-GAAP EPS was $0.90, exceeding the high end of the outlook [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Progressive Leasing's GMV was $402 million, down 4% year-over-year, primarily due to the bankruptcy of a large retail partner [22][23] - Excluding the impact of the Big Lots bankruptcy, GMV growth was low to mid-single digits [22][23] - Ford Technologies continued to grow revenues at a triple-digit rate, achieving its first quarter of positive adjusted EBITDA [11][81] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The lease portfolio balance as of December 31, 2024, was up 6.1% year-over-year, compared to a 5.2% decline at the same point in 2023 [10] - Write-offs for Q1 came in at 7.4%, slightly better than expected, with a targeted annual write-off range of 6% to 8% [10][24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing its ecosystem strategy, which includes both leasing and BNPL products to meet consumer needs [11][19] - Strategic investments will continue in marketing and technology to optimize decision-making and manage risk [12][19] - The company aims to maintain a disciplined approach to spending while prioritizing areas with the greatest impact [14][19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The macro environment has deteriorated, with inflation and tariff concerns impacting consumer confidence and spending [12][28] - Despite challenges, the company remains confident in its ability to grow share and deliver sustainable profitable growth [13][30] - The revised revenue outlook for 2025 reflects the GMV headwinds, with expectations for revenue between $2.425 billion and $2.5 billion [29] Other Important Information - The company returned capital to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, with a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per share [26] - The company has $335.2 million remaining under its $500 million share repurchase program [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the dynamics of the trade-down environment? - Management noted that trade-down behavior still exists but is more muted compared to the latter half of 2024, with no significant tightening observed [36] Question: How has retail softness progressed? - The quarter started encouragingly, but a downshift in consumer sentiment was noted, with no significant rebound observed [40] Question: What is the impact of the Big Lots bankruptcy on GMV? - The $30 million GMV headwind from the lost customer is expected to be consistent across the quarters, with some seasonal variations [41][42] Question: How are inflation and tariffs affecting retail partners? - Management indicated that modest price increases could be beneficial, but significant price shocks and demand destruction are concerning [46] Question: What is the outlook for GMV in Q2 and the rest of the year? - No specific GMV guidance was provided due to uncertainty, but management remains focused on maintaining a healthy portfolio and managing expenses [95][96]

今日， A 股市场延续近期震荡格局，三大指数涨跌不一，两市成交额 维持 万亿元 以上 。 一、指数表现： 各大指数继续分化 在黄金与贵金属板块，由于国际金价突破 3500 美元 / 盎司创历史新高， 四川黄金、西部黄 金 等相关个股上涨，反映出市场避险需求显著。 然而，市场并非普涨格局。算力与 AI 应用板块表现弱势，英维克 因业绩 跌停， AI 软件类板 块回调，反映资金从高估值科技股撤离。 消费电子板块受美股科技股拖累，立讯精密跌 3% ，板块整体承压。这些板块的下跌，一方面 是由于前期涨幅较大，存在回调需求；另一方面，也与市场对科技行业的盈利预期和宏观环境 变化有关。 三 、调整动因：获利回吐与内外压力并存 今日市场下跌的原因主要有以下几点： 一是科技成长 板块前期 积累了较大涨幅， 获利盘回吐压力较大，如算力与 AI 应用等板块， 在缺乏新的重大利好刺激下，资金选择落袋为安。 二是宏观经济数据及政策预期的不确定性， 尽管部分政策对部分板块有明显刺激，但整体市场 对于经济复苏的节奏和力度仍存在担忧，这使得投资者在配置上更为谨慎。 今日， A 股市场 继续 呈现出指数分化。截至收盘，沪指低开高走，最终收涨 ...

金十数据4月22日讯，富国银行分析师周一表示，根据他们打探到的行业消息，云计算巨头亚马逊 (AMZN.O)也开始推迟部分租赁数据中心的承诺，这也被视为经济不确定性影响科技公司支出的最新征 兆。今年早些时候微软(MSFT.O)也被多次传出取消数据中心租约。 亚马逊被传放缓数据中心扩张 ...