Curious about the top performers within the S&P500 index one hour before the close of the markets on Friday? Dive into the list of today's session's top gainers and losers for a comprehensive overview.
Wall Street moved modestly higher by midday Friday, yet major indexes remain on pace to break a three-week winning streak. At midday, the S&P 500 was up 0.4% to 6,630, while the Nasdaq 100 gained 0.2% to 24,440. The Russell 2000, the benchmark small-cap index, rebounded 0.5%.
Looking back on online marketplace stocks’ Q2 earnings, we examine this quarter’s best and worst performers, including eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) and its peers.
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) is heading into a pivotal Federal Trade Commission (FTC) trial next week, facing accusations of employing "dark patterns" to deceptively enroll consumers into its Prime membership program and then intentionally making it arduous to cancel. This high-stakes legal battle, scheduled to commence on September 22, 2025, marks
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) delivered a powerhouse performance in the second quarter of 2025, significantly surpassing analyst estimates with an Earnings Per Share (EPS) of $1.68 against expectations of $1.31 to $1.33. Revenue soared by 13.3% year-over-year, hitting an impressive $167.70 billion. This robust
Whether it be online shopping or social media, secular forces are propelling consumer internet businesses forward. Luckily for them, the market seems to believe there is a long runway for growth
as the industry has recorded a 29.6% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 13.7 percentage points.
While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns.
Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.
Financial providers use their expertise in capital allocation and risk assessment to help facilitate economic growth while offering consumers and businesses essential financial services. These companies have benefited from increased market activity and economic fundamentals,
so it's no surprise the industry has posted a 19.6% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 4.2 percentage points.
eBay’s 35.2% return over the past six months has outpaced the S&P 500 by 19.8%, and its stock price has climbed to $92.20 per share. This performance may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.
Shares of auto and industrial parts retailer Genuine Parts (NYSE:GPC)
jumped 3.6% in the afternoon session after the company announced significant board changes as part of a cooperation agreement with activist investor Elliott Investment Management, one of its largest investors. As part of an ongoing refreshment program, the automotive and industrial parts provider appointed two new independent directors: Court Carruthers, former CEO of TricorBraun, and Matt Carey, a former executive at Home Depot, eBay, and Walmart. The appointments coincide with the retirement of two long-serving board members. These changes are part of a formal Cooperation Agreement with Elliott, which also includes an information-sharing arrangement to facilitate ongoing dialogue. Such moves, particularly when involving a prominent activist investor, are often viewed positively by the market as they can signal a stronger focus on enhancing shareholder value and strategic improvements.
PwC’s survey indicates that overall spending will decrease by about 5% from last year, with Gen Z reducing their holiday budgets by nearly a quarter, while older shoppers plan to maintain their current spending levels or increase it.
