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Meta's Muse AI agent brings back 73% of new users — nearly double ChatGPT's rate

New analysis from Sensor Tower shows Meta's Muse AI topping ChatGPT in new users — up to a point.

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U.S. Consumer Sentiment Weakens in October as Inflation Expectations Stay Elevated The University of Michigan’s preliminary Consumer Sentiment Index fell

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Brazil Inflation Accelerates to 4.58% in September, Above Expectations Brazil’s annual consumer inflation rate rose to 4.58% in September, exceeding

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Swiss Consumer Confidence Weakens Sharply in September Switzerland’s SECO Consumer Climate Index fell to -36 in September, missing expectations for

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Meta's Muse AI agent brings back 73% of new users — nearly double ChatGPT's rate

New analysis from Sensor Tower shows Meta's Muse AI topping ChatGPT in new users — up to a point.

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The simple reason Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is winning for investors again

Zuck is on a roll right now.

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Meta Expands Muse With New AI Tools for Small Businesses

Meta has expanded its Muse personal AI agent with a new set of capabilities aimed at helping small businesses automate everyday work across marketing, finance, operations and customer engagement.

Muse for Small Business can now connect with a broad range of business tools, including Asana, Box, Canva, Dropbox, Figma, Intuit QuickBooks, Klaviyo, Notion, Shopify, Slack, Stripe and Zoom, as well as Facebook and Instagram business accounts. Once connected, Muse can use information from those services to understand a company’s products, brand, customers and workflows.

Meta said users can give Muse goals such as finding new customers, reviewing financial performance, analyzing campaigns or preparing growth plans. The agent can also proactively surface tasks that need attention and draft responses or recommendations. Actions such as publishing, sending messages or spending money still require user approval.

The company is also supporting custom connectors, allowing businesses to connect services that are not yet included in Muse’s standard integration list. Meta said more connectors and skills will be added over time.

The expansion positions Muse as a broader business productivity platform rather than only a general-purpose personal AI assistant. By combining access to operational data with task automation, Meta is aiming to make Muse a central interface through which small businesses can manage work across multiple applications.

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WS Investor 09-29-26

Meta’s Muse Could Be the Biggest Threat Google Has Faced in 20 Years

Meta’s Muse could challenge Google’s $63 billion Search business by replacing searches, clicks, and ads with AI-driven decisions and transactions.

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WS News 09-28-26

Meta Stock Rises 2% as Analysts Raise Targets and Muse App Gains Momentum

Meta Platforms shares rose 2% to $751.36 after multiple analysts issued positive updates on the stock, while the company’s newly launched Muse AI app continued to strengthen investor enthusiasm around Meta’s broader AI strategy.

Cantor Fitzgerald raised its price target to $860 from $680 while maintaining an Overweight rating. KeyCorp also kept an Overweight rating and lifted its target to $900 from $780. UBS reiterated its Overweight rating.

The analyst optimism comes as Meta’s Muse personal AI agent gains early traction. Muse can perform tasks such as sending emails, booking travel and working across connected apps, rather than functioning only as a conversational chatbot. Meta launched the service earlier this month, and the app quickly climbed U.S. download rankings.

Muse has become increasingly relevant to the investment case because it gives Meta a consumer-facing AI product beyond its traditional social-media platforms. Reuters reported that Muse has surpassed 2.5 million downloads, while Meta is continuing to test additional capabilities such as phone calls performed on users’ behalf. (Reuters)

Other reasons behind the stock’s strength include continued digital-advertising growth, AI-driven improvements in recommendations and ad targeting, and growing confidence that Meta can eventually monetize its large AI investments through products such as Muse.

The 2% gain suggests higher analyst targets and the strong early reception for Muse are reinforcing optimism around Meta’s AI strategy.

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The Investor 09-23-26

Meta Muse AI may throw gas on the labor displacement problem — but it's not all doom and gloom

Monthly jobs reports will take on greater weight as AI displaces workers.

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Global Finance News 09-22-26

Meta Expands Threads Parental Supervision Across Asia-Pacific

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) is rolling out parental supervision tools for Threads across Asia-Pacific, expanding its efforts to give parents greater visibility and control over how teenagers use its social-media platforms.

Through Meta’s Family Center, parents will be able to monitor how much time their teens spend on Threads, establish daily usage limits and block access during selected hours. Parents can also adjust sleep mode, control who can tag their teen and manage certain privacy and sensitive-content settings.

The new controls build on Threads’ existing Teen Accounts, which automatically provide protections including private accounts and restrictions on the content shown to younger users. For teens under 16, parents can determine whether those default protections can be relaxed.

The expansion brings Threads more closely in line with Meta’s broader parental-control framework across its apps as the company continues investing in teen safety and family-management tools.

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WS Investor 09-16-26

Meta Launches Meta One Subscription Service With Expanded AI Features

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) has launched Meta One, a new subscription service spanning Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and Meta AI, creating another potential revenue stream beyond the company’s core advertising business. Meta said more than 50 features are available at launch, while its subscription products have already accumulated 15 million subscriptions and trials.

Meta One combines premium social-media features with higher usage limits for the company’s increasingly compute-intensive AI tools. Subscribers can generate and edit more images and videos with Meta AI, access additional Instagram AI features and choose between individual app subscriptions and broader Core and Premium bundles. Meta said its basic apps and everyday Meta AI experience will remain free.

The company is also targeting creators and businesses with professional tools, including enhanced profiles, audience-growth features and greater access to Meta Business Agent for automated customer interactions. Meta plans to expand these capabilities with additional AI agents, content-creation tools and business automation features.

Pricing starts at $2.99 per month for individual products and $7.99 for consumer bundles, while creator and business packages begin at $14.99 and extend to as much as $499 per month for the highest-tier plan. The rollout gives Meta another way to monetize its enormous user base and growing AI ecosystem through recurring subscription revenue alongside advertising.

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WS Investor 09-16-26

Meta and Applied Materials Declare Quarterly Cash Dividends

Meta Platforms and Applied Materials announced quarterly cash dividends on September 10, continuing shareholder capital returns at two of the largest U.S. technology companies.

Meta’s board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.525 per share for both Class A and Class B common stock. The dividend will be paid on September 28 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 21.

Applied Materials separately declared a quarterly dividend of $0.53 per share, payable December 10 to shareholders of record on November 19. The semiconductor equipment company increased its quarterly dividend by 15% earlier this year, from $0.46 to $0.53, marking its ninth consecutive annual dividend increase.

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Global Finance News 09-11-26

Meta Expands WhatsApp Payments in India With New Bill-Pay Feature

Meta is expanding WhatsApp’s role in India’s digital payments market with the launch of a new feature allowing users to pay household and utility bills directly within the messaging app.

The service, powered by India’s Bharat Connect (BBPS) network, provides access to 22,722 billers across 30 categories, including electricity, gas, water, insurance, credit cards, FASTag and loan repayments.

Users can access the service through the ₹ icon in WhatsApp, view upcoming and previous bills, manage multiple accounts and make payments using UPI, debit cards or credit cards. The feature is being rolled out gradually to Android and iOS users across India.

WhatsApp Pushes Deeper Into India’s Digital Economy

The launch expands WhatsApp beyond messaging and commerce into another high-frequency financial activity. The platform already supports services in India such as mobile recharges, metro-ticket purchases and access to government services.

For Meta, integrating recurring payments could increase engagement with WhatsApp’s payments ecosystem and strengthen the app’s position as an everyday digital platform in one of its most important global markets.

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Brent Crude Jumps Nearly 4% as Middle East Supply Risks and U.S. Gulf Shutdowns Intensify

Brent crude futures surged 3.94% to around $104.15 per barrel on Thursday, extending gains as geopolitical and weather-related supply concerns returned to the forefront of the oil market.

The strongest catalyst is renewed disruption risk around the Strait of Hormuz and the wider Gulf. Shipping activity through Hormuz has fallen sharply following a fresh wave of tanker attacks, increasing concerns over the security of a route that handled roughly one-fifth of global oil and fuel flows before the current conflict. (Reuters)

Supply fears were compounded by production disruptions in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. Offshore producers have curtailed operations as Hurricane Isaias approaches, temporarily removing part of U.S. oil and gas output from the market. U.S. crude inventories also fell by 3.2 million barrels, adding another supportive factor. (Reuters)

The sharp move above $104 suggests traders are rebuilding a geopolitical risk premium after recent attempts to ease supply pressure through strategic stock releases.

Near term, Brent’s direction will remain highly sensitive to tanker traffic through Hormuz, further attacks on regional energy infrastructure, the duration of Gulf of Mexico production outages and any escalation involving Iran.

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The Investor 10-08-26

Brent crude futures fell 1.34% to $98.98 per barrel in early trading, extending losses after briefly trading above $101 earlier in the session.

Prices moved sharply lower during the morning, slipping below the $100 level and reaching an intraday low near $99.

The move marks a notable reversal from earlier gains, with Brent giving up more than $2 per barrel from its session high.

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Global Finance News 10-06-26

Brent Crude Holds Above $102 After Sharp Intraday Volatility

Brent crude futures traded around $102.14 per barrel on Monday, down 0.11%, after a highly volatile early session.

Prices initially fell below $101 before rebounding sharply and briefly moving above $103 per barrel. Brent later gave back part of the advance but remained comfortably above the session’s early lows.

The price action suggests the oil market remains highly sensitive to shifting supply and geopolitical expectations. The rapid rebound from below $101 indicates buyers are still emerging aggressively on dips, while the pullback from above $103 shows resistance at higher levels.

Near term, the $103 area appears to be an important upside level, while the roughly $101–$102 range could provide support if volatility persists. The broader direction will remain heavily dependent on developments affecting global supply expectations and Middle East risk.

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European Investor 10-05-26

U.S. Crude Inventories Rise as Atlanta Fed GDPNow Estimate Drops to 3.7%

U.S. crude oil inventories increased by 922,000 barrels in the latest weekly report, contrary to expectations for a 700,000-barrel decline. The previous reading showed a much larger 2.969 million-barrel build.

Inventories at Cushing, Oklahoma, also rose by 553,000 barrels after increasing by 2.266 million barrels previously, adding to signs of a looser near-term crude supply balance.

Separately, the Atlanta Fed’s GDPNow estimate for third-quarter U.S. economic growth fell sharply to 3.7% from 5.0%. The previous estimate had also stood at 5.0%.

For markets, the inventory build is a negative signal for crude prices because it suggests supply exceeded expectations during the week. At the same time, the lower GDPNow estimate points to softer expected economic growth, which could further weigh on oil demand expectations while supporting expectations for a less restrictive Federal Reserve stance.

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Global Finance News 09-30-26

Brent Crude Rises 1.6% as U.S.-Iran Talks Stall and Hormuz Risks Persist

Brent crude futures rose 1.6% to around $99 a barrel on Monday as geopolitical risk returned to the market following another setback in U.S.-Iran negotiations.

Oil prices gained after U.S. President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest proposal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while both sides remained open to further talks. The unresolved dispute has kept a geopolitical premium in crude because the waterway remains critical to Gulf oil exports.(thenationalnews*com)

At the same time, supply concerns are being partly offset by improving regional export flows. Middle East crude exports are on track to reach about 12.8 million barrels per day in September, their highest level since the conflict began, while shipments through Hormuz have also recovered significantly from earlier disruptions.(Iran International)

Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline has also restarted after being damaged earlier this month, providing another route for crude exports and limiting some of the upside pressure on prices. (Reuters)

The result is a highly volatile oil market: geopolitical tensions continue to support Brent, while improving Gulf exports and alternative Saudi shipping routes are preventing supply fears from escalating further.

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The Investor 09-28-26

Brent Crude Climbs Back Above $100 as U.S.-Iran Tensions Revive Supply Concerns

Brent crude futures rose 2.08% to $100.16 a barrel on Thursday as renewed concerns over Middle East supply risks outweighed recent optimism around improving Gulf exports.

Oil prices rebounded after hopes for a quick U.S.-Iran diplomatic breakthrough faded. Talks surrounding the UN General Assembly produced limited progress, while uncertainty remained over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global crude shipments. (The National)

The move reverses part of Brent’s recent decline. Earlier this week, prices had fallen below $100 as Saudi Arabia restarted its East-West pipeline and markets anticipated increased exports through the Red Sea, while expectations for U.S.-Iran negotiations reduced the geopolitical risk premium. (FXStreet)

Supply concerns have not disappeared, however. Restrictions around Hormuz remain a major risk, while tight refined-product markets—particularly diesel—are adding support to crude prices. (Kitco)

Near-term direction is likely to remain highly sensitive to developments between Washington and Tehran, shipping flows through Hormuz and the pace of Saudi supply normalization.

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European Investor 09-24-26

Brent Crude Falls 1.1% as Saudi Pipeline Restarts and Hormuz Reopening Hopes Pressure Prices

Brent crude futures fell 1.14% to around $99.20 a barrel Tuesday, extending recent weakness as improving Middle East supply prospects reduced some of the geopolitical risk premium in oil prices.

The biggest pressure came from Saudi Arabia’s East-West Pipeline. The kingdom has restarted operations after the route was shut following drone attacks, and exports from the Red Sea port of Yanbu could resume. The pipeline had been used to reroute roughly 4 million barrels per day around the Strait of Hormuz, making its restart an important development for regional supply. (Reuters)

Oil prices also weakened after Iran signaled that the Strait of Hormuz could reopen within seven days if the U.S. eases military pressure and lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. The possibility of renewed diplomacy has reduced fears of a prolonged disruption through one of the world’s most important oil transit routes. (Reuters)

At the same time, physical supply flows appear to be adapting. Middle Eastern exporters have increasingly used alternative routes and storage hubs, while Saudi shipments have remained stronger than initially feared.

Still, downside risks are not one-sided. Shipping traffic through Hormuz remains far below pre-conflict levels, and continued regional fighting means oil could remain volatile even if supply conditions improve further.

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WS Investor 09-22-26

Brent Crude Falls 4% as Supply Fears Ease

Brent crude futures fell 4.01% to around $99.71 a barrel Monday, dropping back below the $100 level as traders reduced part of the geopolitical risk premium built into oil prices over the past week.

The decline reflects growing confidence that Saudi crude exports are recovering from recent disruptions and that alternative export routes are helping stabilize regional supply. Reuters reported that Saudi shipments have rebounded sharply in September, easing fears of a prolonged supply shock.

Oil was also pressured by renewed hopes for diplomatic progress involving the U.S. and Iran, which reduced some concern that Middle East tensions could escalate further and disrupt major energy routes.

Despite the pullback, geopolitical risk remains elevated. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is still below normal levels, and recent attacks on regional infrastructure continue to leave the market vulnerable to sudden supply disruptions.

For now, Brent’s move below $100 suggests traders are shifting their focus from worst-case supply scenarios toward improving export flows and the possibility of diplomatic de-escalation.

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The Investor 09-21-26

Brent Crude Falls Below $100 as Saudi Supply Concerns Ease

Brent crude futures fell 1.37% to around $98.56 a barrel Friday morning, extending a multi-session decline as fears of an immediate Saudi supply disruption continued to fade.

Oil prices had surged earlier in the week after attacks damaged Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline and disrupted loadings from the Yanbu export hub. Since then, Saudi Arabia has begun restoring pipeline capacity and increasing crude movements through alternative routes, including Oman, reducing some of the geopolitical risk premium that had pushed Brent toward $110. (Reuters)

Geopolitical risks remain significant in Middle East and Ukraine, however. That means oil prices could remain volatile even as immediate supply fears ease.

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European Investor 09-18-26

Brent Crude Falls 1.4% as Middle East Supply Fears Ease

Brent crude futures fell 1.44% to around $104.31 a barrel Thursday morning, extending their retreat from this week’s highs as concerns over immediate Middle East supply disruptions eased.

Oil prices came under pressure as Saudi Arabia worked to maintain crude exports following attacks on its East-West pipeline. Saudi shipments are being redirected through Oman’s Sohar port, while expectations that damaged pipeline infrastructure could return to service within days have reduced some of the geopolitical risk premium that recently pushed Brent toward $110. (Reuters)

Prices also reacted to comments from U.S. President Donald Trump expressing hope that the war with Iran was nearing an end, although fighting involving Saudi Arabia and Houthi forces continued to keep regional supply risks elevated. (Internazionale)

Brent nevertheless remains above $100 as Middle East tensions continue to threaten energy flows.

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Corning Incorporated Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend on October 6, 2026 of $0.28 per share.

The dividend will be payable on December 11, 2026, to shareholders of record on November 13, 2026.

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Global Finance News 10-07-26

The Board of Directors of Trane Technologies plc declared a quarterly dividend of $1.05 per ordinary share, $4.20 per share annualized. The dividend is payable December 31, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 4, 2026.

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Global Finance News 10-07-26

Pfizer Declares $0.43 Fourth-Quarter Dividend, Extending Long-Running Payout Streak

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) said its board of directors approved a fourth-quarter 2026 cash dividend of $0.43 per share.

The dividend will be payable on December 7, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 6.

Pfizer said maintaining — and over the longer term growing — its dividend remains part of the company’s capital allocation strategy.

The payment will mark Pfizer’s 352nd consecutive quarterly dividend, extending the pharmaceutical company’s decades-long record of regular shareholder distributions.

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The Investor 10-06-26

Dividend Growth Stocks: Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Dividend Stock Analysis

Your source for finding the best dividend growth stocks

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The Investor 10-04-26

Honeywell Technologies (NASDAQ: HON) declared a quarterly dividend payment of $0.70 per share on common stock. The dividend is payable on December 4, 2026 to holders of record at the close of business on November 13, 2026.

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Global Finance News 09-25-26

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (Nasdaq: TXN) announced it will raise its quarterly cash dividend 7%, from $1.42 per share to $1.52. The dividend will be payable November 10, 2026, to stockholders of record on October 30, 2026, contingent upon formal declaration by the board of directors at its regular meeting in October.

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Global Finance News 09-19-26

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share, payable in U.S. dollars, on the Company's common stock. The regular quarterly dividend will be paid on October 9, 2026 to shareholders of record on September 28, 2026.

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The Investor 09-17-26

Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of sixty-three cents ($0.63) per share on the $0.10 par value common stock of the company.

The dividend is payable on November 2, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 2, 2026.

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WS Investor 09-16-26

Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.40 per share of its common stock, payable on October 30, 2026 to holders of record on September 30, 2026.

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WS Investor 09-16-26

Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.98 per share, reflecting a 7 cent or 8% increase over the previous quarter’s dividend. The dividend is payable Dec. 10, 2026, to shareholders of record on Nov. 19, 2026. The ex-dividend date will be Nov. 19, 2026.

The Board of Directors of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) declared a quarterly dividend of $1.65 per share on the outstanding shares of the common stock of JPMorganChase, an increase from the prior quarterly dividend of $1.50 per share. The dividend is payable on October 31, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 6, 2026.

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U.S. Stocks Edge Higher as Brent Crude Holds Near $104

U.S. stocks opened modestly higher on Thursday, with the S&P 500 up 0.27% at 7,786.27, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.28% to 51,375.78, and the Nasdaq rising 0.34% to 27,285.85.

Brent crude was trading at $103.89 per barrel, down 0.37% on the day, after moving between roughly $102.50 and $103.90 during the session. Oil remains at elevated levels despite the slight decline.

The combination of firm equity markets and Brent holding above $100 suggests investors are balancing resilient risk appetite against continued inflation concerns from high energy prices. Elevated crude can increase transportation and input costs across the economy, potentially keeping some pressure on headline inflation.

For equities, the near-term question is whether oil prices stabilize around current levels or resume their recent rise. A renewed move higher in crude could revive concerns over inflation and interest rates, while a pullback would provide some relief to broader market sentiment.

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Global Finance News 10-09-26

U.S. Stocks Mixed as Rising Oil Prices Revive Inflation Concerns

U.S. stocks traded mixed on Thursday as investors weighed resilient labor-market data against a sharp rise in oil prices that renewed concerns about inflation.

The S&P 500 fell 0.17% to 7,788.26 and the Nasdaq declined 0.43% to 27,421.53, while the Dow Jones edged up 0.08% to 51,219.42.

Initial jobless claims came in at 197,000, below the 200,000 consensus and down from 199,000 previously, suggesting layoffs remain relatively limited. Continuing claims, however, increased to 1.716 million from 1.699 million, slightly above expectations of 1.710 million, pointing to somewhat softer re-employment conditions.

Oil added another source of pressure. Brent crude surged about 4.6% to roughly $104.83 per barrel during the session. The sharp increase raised concerns that higher energy costs could feed back into headline inflation and transportation costs, potentially slowing the disinflation process.

The combination of firm initial claims and rising oil prices is not particularly supportive for aggressive Federal Reserve easing. Investors appear to be balancing continued economic resilience against the risk that renewed energy inflation could keep interest rates higher for longer, which is especially relevant for rate-sensitive technology and growth stocks.

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European Investor 10-08-26

Wall Street Turns Lower as Inflation Expectations Rise and 10-Year Treasury Yield Jumps

U.S. stocks moved lower Wednesday as investors reacted to higher consumer inflation expectations and a sharp increase in the yield at the latest 10-year Treasury note auction.

The S&P 500 fell 0.24% to 7,800.42, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.59% to 51,219.02. The Nasdaq Composite was down 0.39% at 27,492.49.

The New York Fed’s one-year consumer inflation expectations rose to 3.9% in September, above both the 3.6% forecast and the previous reading of 3.6%. The increase suggests households are becoming more concerned about near-term price pressures, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve’s path toward easier monetary policy.

Pressure on markets was reinforced by the U.S. Treasury’s 10-year note auction, which cleared at a yield of 5.300%, sharply above the previous auction’s 4.834%. The higher yield points to materially higher borrowing costs and increases the discount rate applied to future corporate earnings, a particular headwind for growth-oriented equities.

The combination of rising inflation expectations and higher long-term Treasury yields appears to be weighing on risk sentiment, with investors reassessing the possibility that U.S. interest rates may remain elevated for longer than previously anticipated.

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Global Finance News 10-07-26

Wall Street Opens Higher as ADP Weekly Employment Growth Strengthens

U.S. stocks opened higher on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 rising 0.79% to 7,835.09, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.75% to 51,652.43 and the Nasdaq advancing 0.77% to 27,687.76.

The positive start came alongside a firmer reading from ADP’s weekly employment estimate. U.S. private-sector employment increased by 23,800, up from 22,500 in the previous reading, suggesting that labor demand remains relatively resilient.

The data added to the latest evidence that the U.S. labor market is continuing to expand, even as investors assess whether employment conditions are cooling enough to influence the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

Equities moved broadly higher at the open, with gains across all three major indexes. Markets are now likely to remain sensitive to upcoming labor, inflation and economic-growth data as investors reassess the timing and pace of any future changes in U.S. interest rates.

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The Investor 10-06-26

U.S. Stocks Mostly Higher as Services Activity Remains Strong but Price Pressures Rise

U.S. stocks traded mostly higher on Monday as services-sector data continued to point to solid economic growth. The S&P 500 gained 0.43% to 7,755.84 and the Nasdaq rose 0.73% to 27,388.08, while the Dow Jones slipped 0.17% to 51,092.08.

The S&P Global Services PMI came in at 58.8 in September, slightly above the 58.7 consensus, while the Composite PMI held at 58.4. Both readings indicate robust expansion in U.S. private-sector activity.

The ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI was somewhat softer, declining to 54.9 from 55.4 and missing expectations of 55.1. However, the employment component improved to 50.1 from 47.8, moving back into expansion territory and signaling better hiring conditions within the services sector.

Inflation pressures were the main concern. The ISM Non-Manufacturing Prices Index climbed to 74.0 from 72.6, indicating that service-sector input costs remain elevated.

The market reaction suggests investors are balancing resilient economic growth against persistent inflation pressures. Strong activity is supportive for earnings expectations, particularly for growth stocks, but the rise in the prices index could limit expectations for aggressive Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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WS Investor 10-05-26

U.S. Stocks Rally as Weak Jobs Report Boosts Rate-Cut Expectations

U.S. stocks moved sharply higher on Friday after September employment data showed a much weaker labor market than expected, increasing expectations that the Federal Reserve could adopt a more accommodative policy stance.

Nonfarm payrolls rose by just 29,000 in September, far below the 89,000 consensus and down sharply from 133,000 previously. Private payrolls increased by 46,000, also missing the 85,000 forecast and slowing from 89,000.

The unemployment rate climbed to 4.2% from 4.1%, while average hourly earnings growth slowed to 3.0% year over year from 3.1%, below the 3.2% consensus. Together, the figures point to cooling labor demand and easing wage pressures.

Equity markets reacted positively. The S&P 500 rose 0.80%, the Dow gained 0.52%, and the Nasdaq climbed 1.24%, with technology stocks outperforming.

The market reaction suggests investors are focusing on the prospect that weaker employment conditions could reduce pressure on the Fed to keep policy restrictive. Softer wage growth also helps ease inflation concerns, creating a particularly supportive backdrop for growth and technology shares.

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U.S. Stocks Trade Mixed as Strong Jobless Claims Data Clash With Hot Manufacturing Prices

U.S. stocks traded mixed on Thursday as investors weighed resilient labor-market data against renewed inflation concerns from the manufacturing sector. The S&P 500 slipped 0.11% to 7,642.86, while the Dow Jones fell 0.35%. The Nasdaq was nearly flat, edging 0.05% higher.

Initial jobless claims fell to 197,000, below the 201,000 expected and down slightly from 198,000 previously. Continuing claims also declined to 1.701 million, better than the 1.730 million consensus and 1.712 million prior reading. The figures suggest layoffs remain limited and the labor market continues to show resilience.

Manufacturing activity remained firmly in expansion territory. The ISM Manufacturing PMI came in at 54.5 in September, just below the 54.8 forecast and roughly unchanged from 54.6 previously.

The more significant surprise came from prices. The ISM Manufacturing Prices Index jumped to 77.9 from 71.1, far above expectations of 72.9. The sharp increase points to stronger input-cost pressures and could revive concerns that inflation may remain sticky.

For equities, the data create a mixed backdrop: solid employment and manufacturing activity support the economic outlook, but the sharp rise in manufacturing prices may keep Treasury yields and interest-rate expectations elevated, helping explain the more cautious performance in the broader market.

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U.S. Stocks Rise as Softer PCE Inflation Offsets Stronger Growth and Jobs Data

U.S. stocks moved higher on Wednesday as investors welcomed softer-than-expected inflation readings alongside signs that the economy remains resilient. The S&P 500 rose 0.52%, the Dow Jones was nearly flat with a 0.03% gain, while the Nasdaq climbed 0.94%, leading the major indexes.

The August PCE price index rose 3.4% year over year, below the 3.7% expected, while monthly inflation came in at 0.3% versus the 0.4% consensus. Core PCE was also softer than forecast, rising 3.0% annually compared with expectations of 3.3%, while the monthly increase of 0.2% was below the 0.3% estimate.

At the same time, economic activity remained firm. Second-quarter GDP growth was revised to 2.2%, above the 1.5% consensus and the previous 2.1% estimate. ADP private payrolls increased by 90,000 in September, beating expectations of 73,000 and accelerating sharply from 36,000 previously.

Manufacturing activity provided another upside surprise, with the Chicago PMI jumping to 58.8 in September from 47.1, well above the 51.2 forecast and moving firmly into expansion territory.

The market reaction reflects a favorable combination for equities: inflation came in cooler than feared while employment, GDP and business activity remained relatively strong. The softer PCE readings appear particularly supportive for technology and other growth stocks, helping explain the Nasdaq’s outperformance despite the stronger economic data.

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WS News 09-30-26

U.S. Stocks Mixed as Consumer Confidence Slumps and Job Openings Fall

U.S. stocks were mixed on Tuesday as fresh economic data pointed to softer consumer sentiment and a cooling labor market, while technology shares showed relative resilience.

The S&P 500 was little changed at 7,682.43, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.29% to 51,334.39, and the Nasdaq rose 0.18% to 26,867.67.

The biggest negative surprise came from consumer confidence. The Conference Board’s September index fell to 81.9 from 88.6, well below the 89.2 consensus estimate. The sharp drop suggests households are becoming more cautious about the economic outlook.

Labor-market data also softened. JOLTS job openings declined to 7.079 million in August from 7.335 million and missed expectations for 7.230 million, adding to signs that demand for workers is gradually cooling.

Housing data were more mixed. The S&P/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index was flat month over month in July, down from a 0.4% increase previously, while annual home-price growth accelerated to 2.5% from 2.2%, above expectations.

For markets, the combination of weaker confidence and lower job openings may support expectations for easier Federal Reserve policy over time. However, persistent home-price inflation and broader concerns around elevated inflation are keeping the policy outlook complicated, which helps explain the uneven performance across major indexes.

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U.S. Stocks Fall as Oil and Treasury Yields Rise, Reviving Inflation Concerns

U.S. stocks moved lower on Monday as rising oil prices pushed inflation expectations higher and drove Treasury yields back toward multi-decade highs, increasing pressure on equity valuations.

The S&P 500 fell 0.87% to 7,675.86, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.63% to 51,503.20. The Nasdaq was the weakest of the major indexes, dropping 1.19% to 26,746.90 as higher bond yields weighed more heavily on technology and other long-duration growth stocks.

The main pressure came from energy markets. Brent crude rebounded as U.S.-Iran negotiations remained stalled and uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz continued to threaten global supply flows. Higher oil prices are particularly important for equities because they can feed into transportation, production and consumer costs, making inflation harder to contain. (Market Screener)

Bond markets reflected those concerns. The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield climbed to about 5.26%, extending a sharp rise that has already taken yields to their highest levels in nearly two decades. Higher oil prices and stronger inflation expectations have contributed to expectations that the Federal Reserve may need to keep monetary policy tighter for longer.(FXStreet)

Inflation expectations had already been moving higher before Monday’s oil rebound. The University of Michigan’s September survey showed one-year inflation expectations rising to 4.6% from 4.0% in August, while five-year expectations edged up to 3.4% from 3.3%.

Other pressures are also weighing on sentiment. Investors are approaching a busy week of U.S. economic data, including the PCE inflation report and employment figures, while markets continue to assess the possibility of additional Federal Reserve tightening. Elevated government borrowing needs and concern over the U.S. fiscal outlook are also contributing to upward pressure on longer-term yields.

For equities, the combination is uncomfortable: higher oil prices raise inflation risks, higher inflation keeps pressure on the Fed, and higher Treasury yields increase the discount rate applied to future corporate earnings. That dynamic helps explain why the Nasdaq is underperforming the broader market in Monday trading.

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US Justice Department probes Nvidia's licensing deal with Groq amid antitrust concerns | Noah Intelligence

The US Department of Justice is examining whether Nvidia's licensing agreement with AI startup Groq was structured to evade antitrust scrutiny, signalling intensified regulation of AI industry mergers.The US Department...

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WS News 09-11-26

SpaceX's next trillion dollar bet has nothing to do with rockets, Musk tells staff

Elon Musk told SpaceX employees AI revenue will soon surpass Starlink and rockets combined, projecting up to $500 billion a year by 2027.

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SpaceX officially closes its Cursor acquisition

AI coding startup Cursor is now officially a part of SpaceX.

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### U.S. 3-Year Treasury Auction Yield Jumps to 4.932%

The U.S. Treasury’s latest 3-year note auction cleared at a yield of 4.932%, sharply above the 4.474% yield at the previous auction.

The higher yield indicates investors demanded significantly more compensation to hold short- to intermediate-term government debt, reflecting renewed upward pressure on Treasury borrowing costs.

The result may reinforce market concerns that interest rates could remain elevated for longer, particularly as investors continue to assess inflation, labor-market resilience and the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

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The Investor 10-06-26

The deeper reason behind the relentless rise in bond yields

Ignore hysteria calls on rising bond yields.

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WS News 09-28-26

U.S. 7-Year Treasury Auction Yield Jumps to 5.085%

The U.S. Treasury’s latest 7-year note auction cleared at a yield of 5.085%, sharply above the previous auction’s 4.512%.

The roughly 57-basis-point increase signals a materially higher yield environment for intermediate-term U.S. government debt and may reflect investors demanding greater compensation amid persistent inflation, resilient economic data and uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s rate path.

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WS Investor 09-24-26

10-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 as market prices in another Fed rate hike

The 10-year Treasury yield rose to its highest level since 2007 on Wednesday.

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WS News 09-23-26

Treasury Yields Are Climbing. Can Stocks Hold Their Ground?

Rising Treasury yields, persistent inflation, and weakening small caps put pressure on stocks. Here's what investors should watch next.

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The Investor 09-12-26

U.S. 10-Year Treasury Yield Nears 5% as Inflation and Oil Keep Bond Markets Under Pressure

U.S. Treasury yields remained near multi-year highs Friday, with the benchmark 10-year yield trading around 4.94%, just below the psychologically important 5% level. The yield briefly reached about 4.97% earlier as a global bond selloff continued.

The sharp rise in yields has been driven by renewed inflation concerns and expectations that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates next week. U.S. producer prices rose 0.4% in August and 5.4% year-over-year, while the surge in oil prices above $100 a barrel has increased concerns that energy costs could keep inflation elevated. Markets are currently pricing roughly a 70% chance of a 25-basis-point Fed hike. (Reuters)

Pressure has also emerged from the supply side of the Treasury market. The government bought back $5.2 billion of longer-dated bonds in its latest operation, below the $6 billion maximum and well below the $10.5 billion offered by investors. Concerns about heavy government borrowing are adding to the premium investors demand for holding longer-term debt. (Reuters)

Attention now turns to Friday’s U.S. CPI report. A hotter-than-expected inflation reading could push the 10-year yield through 5%, while softer inflation could provide some relief to the bond market ahead of the Fed’s September 15–16 meeting.

Graph: cnbc*com

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European Investor 09-11-26

U.S. 10-Year Treasury Yield Surges Above 4.92% as Oil and Inflation Revive Rate-Hike Fears

The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield climbed to 4.922% on Thursday, rising about 8 basis points and reaching its highest level since 2023 as escalating Middle East tensions, surging oil prices and persistent U.S. inflation fueled a sharp bond-market selloff.

Geopolitical developments remain a major driver. The U.S.-Iran conflict has severely disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea, while attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure have intensified supply concerns.

The resulting oil rally is feeding directly into inflation expectations. Brent crude has climbed above $104 a barrel, while WTI briefly crossed $100 on Thursday. Higher energy costs raise the risk that inflation remains elevated, reducing the likelihood that the Federal Reserve can ease monetary policy and increasing the possibility of another rate hike.

Thursday’s macro data reinforced those concerns. U.S. producer prices rose 0.4% month over month in August, while annual PPI accelerated to 5.4% from 4.8%, slightly exceeding the 5.3% forecast. Traders subsequently raised the probability of at least a 25-basis-point Fed rate hike next week to nearly 70%. (Reuters)

The 10-year yield has now risen sharply from around 4.75% over the past five sessions. With oil prices elevated and Friday’s U.S. CPI report still ahead, the 5% level is increasingly coming into focus as the next major threshold for the Treasury market.

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The Investor 09-10-26

Apple event live updates: First foldable, the iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, watches, and more

Apple is hosting its annual fall event at its Cupertino, Calif., headquarters.

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WS Investor 09-09-26

U.S. 10-Year Treasury Auction Yield Jumps to 4.834% as Oil Fuels Inflation Concerns

The U.S. Treasury’s 10-year note auction cleared at 4.834% on Wednesday, sharply above the 4.683% yield at the previous auction, reflecting the broader rise in long-term U.S. borrowing costs.

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WS Investor 09-09-26

US Stocks Rise as Treasury Bond-Market Support Eases Yield Pressure

U.S. stocks were mostly higher Wednesday as the Treasury Department’s expanded bond-buyback operations continued to support sentiment by easing pressure in the government debt market.

The S&P 500 was up 0.37% at 7,719.85, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.46% to 53,588.62. The Nasdaq Composite, however, slipped 0.05% to 26,277.81, giving back its earlier gains as technology stocks lagged the broader market.

Treasury Intervention Brings Relief to Bonds and Stocks

The main catalyst supporting risk sentiment was Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s move to bolster liquidity in the Treasury market. The department said it would at least double the maximum size of liquidity-support buybacks for longer-dated Treasury securities, increasing operations from $2 billion to at least $4 billion and targeting the 10- to 30-year portion of the curve.

Bond yields dropped sharply following the announcement. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield fell about 6 basis points to around 4.65%, while the 30-year yield declined roughly 9 basis points to around 5.20%. Treasury prices and yields move inversely.

The action has provided some relief after the recent surge in long-term borrowing costs became a major headwind for equities. The 30-year Treasury yield had climbed to around 5.34% on Tuesday, its highest level in nearly two decades, amid concerns over government borrowing, inflation, the U.S.-Iran conflict and elevated energy prices.

Dow Leads While Nasdaq Loses Momentum

The latest market action shows a divergence beneath the headline indexes. The Dow is now outperforming with a 0.46% gain, while the S&P 500 remains moderately higher. The Nasdaq has reversed its earlier advance and is trading slightly lower.

The reversal suggests that lower Treasury yields have not been enough to sustain the initial rebound in technology stocks. Growth and technology shares remain particularly sensitive to changes in long-term rates because higher yields reduce the present value of expected future earnings.

For the broader market, however, Treasury intervention has eased one of Wall Street’s most immediate concerns and helped stabilize financial conditions.

Investors will continue to monitor the Treasury market, oil prices and developments surrounding the U.S.-Iran conflict. The Federal Reserve’s July meeting minutes are also in focus for additional clues about the outlook for monetary policy, inflation and interest rates.

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PPG Industries announced a collaboration with IPG Photonics and Whirlpool Corporation to accelerate commercialization of laser-based powder coating curing systems.

The partnership centers on IPG’s PhotoniCURE™ laser curing technology, which uses infrared (IR) light to initiate crosslinking in powder coatings. Compared with conventional thermal curing, the laser process cures coatings in minutes, reduces heat requirements, increases throughput and lowers energy consumption.

PPG has installed a pilot finishing line featuring the PhotoniCURE system at its powder manufacturing and technical facility in Strongsville, Ohio, along with a laboratory system at its Coatings Innovation Center near Pittsburgh. Initial pilot trials are being conducted for Whirlpool across various appliance components to assess performance and environmental benefits. The process is expected to become available to additional customers.

The companies highlight three core advantages:

* Faster curing and higher line speeds
* Lower energy intensity and reduced environmental impact
* Compatibility with both standard and laser-optimized powder chemistries

The initiative aligns with PPG’s sustainability strategy, which includes investments in radiation-curable technologies, recycled PET-based powders and PFAS-free formulations. PPG reported 2025 net sales of $15.9 billion and operates 21 powder coating manufacturing plants globally.

The collaboration signals a potential shift toward laser-enabled finishing systems in high-volume industrial manufacturing.

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The Investor 03-02-26

Whirlpool Corporation reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, highlighting resilience in a volatile macro environment and outlining its financial outlook for 2026. The company said a record level of new product launches in North America supported market share gains in the second half of the year, while a $200 million structural cost reduction program helped offset tariff impacts.

For full-year 2025, Whirlpool posted a GAAP net earnings margin of 2.2% and GAAP earnings per diluted share of $5.66. On an ongoing (non-GAAP) basis, EBIT margin reached 4.7% and earnings per diluted share were $6.23. The company also reduced its ownership stake in Whirlpool of India to about 40%, using the proceeds to lower debt.

Looking ahead, Whirlpool expects full-year 2026 GAAP earnings per diluted share of around $6.25 and ongoing earnings per diluted share of approximately $7.00. The outlook also includes about $850 million in cash provided by operating activities, free cash flow of $400–500 million, and plans to repay roughly $400 million of debt during the year.

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The Investor 01-29-26

Whirlpool Corporation Completes $1.2 Billion Senior Notes Offering

BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – June 11, 2025 – Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) announced it has successfully closed its public offering of $1.2 billion in senior unsecured notes. The issuance includes:

$600 million of 6.125% Senior Notes due 2030

$600 million of 6.500% Senior Notes due 2033

The offering was made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement previously filed with the SEC. Proceeds will be used to repay a portion of the Company’s outstanding obligations under its Term Loan Agreement.

The notes were issued under an indenture dated March 20, 2000, as supplemented, with U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, serving as trustee. The offering was underwritten by a syndicate led by Mizuho Securities, BNP Paribas, Citigroup, J.P. Morgan, and Wells Fargo.

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Whirlpool Expands Margins in Q1 2025, Maintains Full-Year Outlook Despite Revenue Drop from Divestitures

Whirlpool Corporation reported a significant year-over-year improvement in profitability for the first quarter of 2025, as strategic pricing actions and cost reductions lifted margins even amid a nearly 20% decline in reported net sales caused by its Europe business divestiture.

First-quarter GAAP net earnings reached $71 million ($1.28 per diluted share), a stark recovery from a net loss of $259 million in Q1 2024. The company’s ongoing (non-GAAP) EBIT margin rose to 5.9%, up from 4.3% a year earlier, while ongoing earnings per share came in at $1.70. The quarterly GAAP net earnings margin expanded to 2.0% from a negative 5.8% in the prior year, reflecting stronger operational efficiency and the absence of major write-downs seen in 2024.

Despite a 19.4% decline in reported net sales to $3.62 billion, organic net sales—which exclude foreign currency and divestiture impacts—grew 2.2% year-over-year. This growth was driven by strong performance in the Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) Global segment and Major Domestic Appliances (MDA) Asia, which reported year-over-year sales growth of 7.9% and 12.3%, respectively.

Chairman and CEO Marc Bitzer highlighted the company’s resilience: “This is testimony of our strong brands and products as well as our agile and disciplined operational execution.” CFO Jim Peters emphasized that the company remains focused on cost controls and successfully executed its announced pricing strategies.

Free cash flow also improved to negative $793 million from negative $988 million in the prior year, while cash used in operating activities narrowed to $721 million from $873 million. Whirlpool reaffirmed its full-year 2025 guidance, projecting approximately $1 billion in operating cash flow and $500–$600 million in free cash flow. The company also maintained its expected GAAP earnings of approximately $8.75 per share and ongoing EPS of $10.00.

Segment-wise, MDA North America remained nearly flat in sales but posted EBIT growth of nearly 11%. MDA Asia and SDA Global showed strong operating leverage with EBIT increases of 71.5% and 9.5%, respectively. MDA Latin America faced an 11.9% decline in sales and a 24.8% drop in EBIT, partially due to favorable tax benefits in the prior year skewing comparisons.

Looking ahead, Whirlpool expects full-year net sales of approximately $15.8 billion, up 3% on a like-for-like basis, and ongoing EBIT margin expansion to around 6.8%. The company reaffirmed its commitment to delivering over $200 million in structural cost savings while managing risks tied to global tariff dynamics and ongoing portfolio transformation, including the pending divestiture of Whirlpool of India.

Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, Whirlpool’s strong brand positioning, pricing discipline, and operational agility position the company to meet its financial goals for 2025.

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Whirlpool Shareholders Approve Executive Pay and Stock Plan Expansion at 2025 Annual Meeting

Whirlpool Corporation announced the results of its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, held on April 15, 2025. During the meeting, shareholders approved several key proposals, including executive compensation and an amendment to the company’s stock and incentive plan.

Among the highlights, stockholders approved Amendment No. 2 to the Whirlpool Corporation 2023 Omnibus Stock and Incentive Plan, adding 3,277,000 shares to the available pool under the plan. This move supports the company’s long-term compensation strategy and talent retention goals.

Additionally, Whirlpool shareholders provided advisory approval of the executive compensation package outlined in the company’s proxy statement. This included the Compensation Discussion & Analysis and related tables.

All 12 nominated directors, including Chairman Marc R. Bitzer and CEO Greg Creed, were re-elected to serve terms expiring in 2026. Support for directors ranged from approximately 91% to 97% of votes cast, with James M. Loree receiving the highest level of approval.

In another significant vote, shareholders ratified Ernst & Young LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2025 with overwhelming support.

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ME NEWS 04-17-25

Whirlpool Corporation has announced the appointment of John Morikis, former chairman and CEO of The Sherwin-Williams Company, to its board of directors, effective February 17, 2025. Morikis will serve on the corporate governance and nominating committee as well as the human resources committee.

Marc Bitzer, chairman and CEO of Whirlpool, emphasized Morikis’ extensive leadership experience and expertise in supply chain management and the U.S. home builder market, noting that his insights will be valuable as Whirlpool navigates the evolving global marketplace. Morikis, who joined Sherwin-Williams in 1984, became its CEO in 2016 and chairman in 2017. He will remain on the board of Sherwin-Williams until April and also serves as a director at General Mills, Inc. and University Hospitals.

Whirlpool Corporation, a major home appliance manufacturer, reported $17 billion in annual sales in 2024, with nearly 90% of its revenue coming from the Americas. The company employs 44,000 people and operates 40 manufacturing and research centers.

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