European equities are rebounding strongly today. Companies in the Stoxx Europe 600 are on track for a 22% jump in second-quarter profits. Investors are returning to the region despite lingering Iran war uncertainty. The combination of strong earnings and falling geopolitical risk premiums is drawing fresh capital back into the continent.
InterContinental Hotels Group kicked off the session with closely watched results this morning. RevPAR trends in a mixed travel environment remain the key variable. Uniper SE and Telefónica Deutschland also reported today, adding to the European earnings flow.
Tehran hardened its position on strait access, demanding fresh conditions before any reopening. Oil-sensitive names remain on edge. Meanwhile, the US backed an Australian rare earth miner to reduce China supply chain dependence — a development that could benefit domestic materials plays.
In semiconductors, bearish options pressure on AMD and Intel continues. Both names attract heavy put volume despite massive year-to-date gains. is also in focus this week — its 10.7% short interest means any earnings beat could spark a squeeze.
Darling Ingredients announced it will sell approximately $150M of production tax credits to an unnamed corporate buyer. NuScale Power may offer up to $750M of Class A shares under an at-the-market agreement — a move that raises dilution flags for existing holders.
Velo3D was the earnings standout on the day. Revenue jumped 52% and the company raised guidance. Shares surged on the print.
On the short side, MicroVision short interest remains extreme at 197% of free float. Ocado saw a fresh 28-point spike in a single week. Bears are active and selective.
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