Bankrupt retailer Saks Global is ending its "Saks on Amazon" partnership with e-commerce giant Amazon.com , a source with direct knowledge of the decision said on Friday. ...

The stock market is well-positioned to bounce next week if the heavyweight companies set to report earnings deliver strong numbers, CNBC's Jim Cramer said Friday. That's because the market ended the week on a subdued note, the "Mad Money" host said, after the S&P 500 finished in the red for three straight days.The busy week wastes no time getting underway, with Disney reporting on Monday and talk of CEO succession in the air. Cramer's Charitable Trust, the portfolio used by the CNBC Investing Club, threw in ...

分组1 - The stock market is poised for a potential rebound if major companies report strong earnings next week, following a week of declines in the S&P 500 [1] - Disney is set to report earnings on Monday, with ongoing discussions about CEO succession, and the CNBC Investing Club has exited its Disney position due to stagnant performance [2] - Key earnings reports on Tuesday include Pfizer, Pepsi, Merck, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), and Chipotle, with AMD's performance being particularly scrutinized for insights into the AI sector [3] - Western Digital will host an innovation day on Tuesday to showcase advancements in data storage, which is critical after a significant drop in its stock despite a strong quarterly report [4] 分组2 - Eli Lilly will report on Wednesday, with attention on potential new trial results for its GLP-1 portfolio, which may impact stock movements more than quarterly results [5] - Alphabet's upcoming report is considered highly significant for the market, with a positive narrative shift around the company due to its advancements in AI and other technologies [6] - Amazon will report earnings on Thursday, facing challenges with stock momentum despite the company's strong fundamentals, as selling pressure has hindered its recent performance [6] - The January employment report on Friday may show weaker-than-expected job gains and wage inflation, which could support lower bond yields and positively impact stock prices [6]

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Core Viewpoint - UBS maintains a "Buy" rating for Walmart and raises the price target from $122 to $135, reflecting confidence in Walmart's financial performance and future prospects [1][5] Financial Performance - Walmart achieved $681 billion in revenue during fiscal 2025, averaging about $1.87 billion per day [2][5] - The company reported a 4.3% operating margin in fiscal 2025, resulting in an operating income of $29.3 billion, indicating profitability after covering costs [2][5] Competitive Positioning - Walmart's 4.3% operating margin positions it between Target's 4.6% and Costco's 3.7%, showing its competitive standing in the discount retail sector [3] - The operating margin has improved from 3.3% in fiscal 2023, marking a full percentage point increase over two years, highlighting Walmart's ability to enhance profitability alongside revenue growth [3] Stock Performance - Walmart's current stock price is $117.57, reflecting a slight increase of 0.13%, with a trading range between $116.61 and $117.63 [4] - Over the past year, Walmart's stock has reached a high of $121.62 and a low of $79.81, with a market capitalization of approximately $937.33 billion [4][5]

Core Viewpoint - GameStop is planning to acquire a significantly larger publicly traded consumer company, which CEO Ryan Cohen believes could be transformational for the company and the capital markets [1][2]. Group 1: Acquisition Plans - The acquisition is described as "really big" and has the potential to make GameStop worth "several hundreds of billions of dollars" if successful [2]. - Cohen is targeting an undervalued, high-quality consumer company with growth prospects and a "sleepy management team" [2]. - The ambition to increase GameStop's market cap to over $100 billion is seen as a challenging task given its current market cap of $10.5 billion [2][5]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Since Cohen's takeover in September 2023, GameStop has improved its profitability, with net income rising to $77.1 million from a loss of $3.1 million [5]. - The company's gross margin has increased by 7 percentage points during this period, and it has posted consecutive annual net incomes for fiscal 2024 and 2025 after five years of losses [5]. Group 3: Investor Sentiment - Investor Michael Burry has shown interest in GameStop, indicating confidence in Cohen's ability to leverage the company's current situation for future growth [6][7]. - Burry commented on Cohen's strategy of maximizing the current business while waiting for an opportunity to acquire a more profitable company [7]. Group 4: Strategic Direction - Cohen has not ruled out liquidating GameStop's bitcoin holdings to fund the acquisition but believes the new strategy is more compelling than bitcoin [8]. - The approach is likened to Berkshire Hathaway's strategy, aiming to create significant value in a shorter timeframe by applying operational efficiency [9].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry. Core Insights - The global economy is expected to expand at a reasonable pace in 2026, supported by easing monetary policy, fiscal stimulus, and the ongoing AI boom, although the backdrop remains fragile and volatile due to heightened uncertainty and geopolitical risks [14][20][35]. Section Summaries Section 1: Prospects for the Global Economy in 2026 - The global economy is projected to grow at just over 3% in 2026, with the World Bank forecasting 3.1% and the IMF 3.3% [35][41]. - The US economy is expected to be the strongest performer among major advanced economies, with growth supported by fiscal stimulus and the AI boom, while growth in the UK and euro area is likely to remain sluggish [15][55]. - China is expected to moderate its growth to 4.4%, while India is projected to remain the fastest-growing major economy at 6.5% [19][69]. Section 2: Interview with Former IMF Chief Economist Ken Rogoff - Ken Rogoff describes the global economy as solid but cautions about significant uncertainty not reflected in financial markets, predicting a potential stock market fall in the next three years [20][81]. - He highlights the risks associated with President Trump's policies, particularly regarding trade and immigration, which may have long-term negative consequences for the US economy [84]. Section 3: Key Events in 2026 - Key political events include the US mid-term elections in November, which could impact President Trump's policy maneuverability [21][99]. - Developments in Europe, particularly regarding right-wing populist parties, will also be closely monitored, alongside significant elections in Japan and Brazil [102][107]. Section 4: Three Key Trends to Watch in 2026 - The report identifies three key trends: developments in AI, advanced economy bond markets, and global trade [22]. - The impact of AI on productivity and market sentiment will be crucial, as will the potential for rising government bond yields to negatively affect financial markets [22]. Section 5: Perspectives from Business Leaders - Business leaders express concerns about economic uncertainty and the need for resilience and adaptability in their respective regions [23]. - Wu Chen emphasizes a two-speed global economy, while Mike Fowler highlights the lack of a pro-business agenda in the UK [23]. Ebrima Sawaneh focuses on the importance of decarbonization and digital reliability for African economies [23].

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Key Takeaways TGT is expanding high-margin revenues through its Roundel retail media network and Target Plus marketplace.Roundel delivered mid-teens ad sales growth in Q3, driven by data-backed, targeted campaigns.Target Plus posted nearly 50% GMV growth by adding sellers without holding inventory, boosting margins.Target Corporation (TGT) is leveraging its retail media and marketplace technology to unlock high-margin profit streams, even as overall sales face pressure. Its expanding digital ecosystem, anch ...