Advanced Micro Devices Inc. AMD is riding its strongest rally in two years – and now, it's firing on all cylinders with a fresh catalyst: a $6 billion stock buyback plan. The announcement, coupled with a string of recent wins, has sent AMD shares soaring over 21% in the past month.AMD Stock Technical Breakout In ProgressChart created using Benzinga ProAMD has broken past resistance at around $115 and is charging toward its 200-day simple moving average (SMA) of $127.18. With the stock trading above its five ...

Silvercrest Asset Management Group (SAMG) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 09, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning, and welcome to the Silvercrest Asset Management Group, Inc. Q1 twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. All participants will be in listen only mode. After today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. Please note this event is being recorded. Before we begin, let me remind you that during today's call, certain statements made regarding our future performance are forward ...

Move over, dividends – corporate America is in love with itself again. According to JPMorgan strategist Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, U.S. corporate share buybacks surged in April, marking the strongest monthly pace in years and reinforcing their role as a stabilizing force in volatile markets.May has kicked off with a fresh surge of stock buyback announcements, and it's not just a sprinkle – it's a full-blown cash confetti storm. Repurchase plans announced since April 1 now add up to $262 billion, suggesting co ...

Granite Point Mortgage Trust (GPMT) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 07, 2025 11:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning. My name is Paul, and I will be your conference facilitator. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to Granite Point Mortgage Trust First Quarter twenty twenty five Financial Results Conference Call. All participants will be in a listen only mode. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question and answer period. Please note, today's call is being recorded. I would now like to turn the call ...

Monster Beverage’s NASDAQ: MNST stock received an unwelcome short report that has produced a headwind for the share price. Monster Beverage TodayMNSTMonster Beverage$60.92 +0.87 (+1.45%) 52-Week Range$43.32▼$61.06P/E Ratio39.04Price Target$58.89Add to WatchlistSpruce Point alleged issues with increased competition, increased regulatory hurdles, and unsustainable international growth among other causes for concern.  However, the report reads more like a reason not to invest than a compelling argument for sh ...

Core Insights - General Motors reported strong financial results for the first quarter, with earnings per share of $2.78 and revenue of $44.02 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations [2] - The company is facing significant uncertainty due to tariffs, which could impact profits by 30% to 100% of operating income [3][4] - Despite tariff challenges, GM has successfully executed share buybacks and increased its dividend, indicating financial strength [6][9] Financial Performance - Earnings per share of $2.78 exceeded the expected $2.70, while revenue of $44.02 billion surpassed the forecast of $42.85 billion [2] - GM's management has reassessed guidance due to tariff uncertainties, indicating potential significant impacts on future performance [4] - The midpoint of GM's free cash flow guidance is $12 billion, sufficient to cover the annual dividend payout of approximately $500 million [9] Tariff Impact - The Trump administration's tariffs include a 25% levy on imported vehicles and parts, with potential modifications expected [1][4] - GM's management expressed uncertainty regarding the future impacts of tariffs, leading to the withdrawal of prior guidance [4] - The company believes it can offset 30% to 50% of North American tariffs [5] Shareholder Actions - GM has been actively buying back shares, with a $10 billion buyback announced in late 2023 and an additional $6 billion earlier this year [6] - The company plans to complete a $2 billion accelerated repurchase but will suspend further buybacks due to tariff uncertainties [8] - GM increased its dividend despite the challenges, reflecting confidence in its financial position [9] Market Position - GM's core business remains strong, driven by sales of popular SUVs, full-size trucks, and luxury vehicles [10] - The company is well-positioned in the global auto industry, despite potential economic downturns [10]

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America's top supermarket chain could continue to outperform the market.Shares of Kroger (KR 1.29%) rallied nearly 30% over the past 12 months as the S&P 500 advanced less than 10%. The largest supermarket operator in America dazzled the market with its robust sales growth, its resistance to macro headwinds, and its effective digital strategies. It also ramped up its buybacks after its planned merger with Albertsons (NYSE: ACI) collapsed.But can Kroger's stock keep climbing higher over the next 12 months as ...

Newmark Group (NMRK) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 10:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good day and welcome to the Newmark Group First Quarter twenty twenty five Financial Results. Today's conference is being recorded. At this time, I would like to turn the conference over to Mr. Jason McRuder, Head of Investor Relations. Please go ahead. Speaker1 Thank you, operator, and good morning. Newmark issued its first quarter twenty twenty five financial results press release this morning. Unless otherwise stated, the resu ...

Newmark Group (NMRK) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Jason McGruder - Head, IRBarry Gosin - Chief Executive OfficerMichael Rispoli - CFOLuis Alvarado - Chief Operating OfficerJade Rahmani - Managing DirectorJulien Blouin - Vice PresidentPatrick O’Shaughnessy - MD - Capital Markets Conference Call Participants Alexander Goldfarb - Managing Director & Senior Analyst Operator Good day and welcome to the Newmark Group First Quarter twenty twenty five Financial Results. Toda ...