The S&P 500 hit a record high today as Wall Street bet on swift conflict resolution. Investors turned attention to strong earnings after weeks of Iran war volatility. FT reported markets surged back from shock lows.
SCHW Charles Schwab guided fiscal 2026 EPS above $5.70 to $5.80 missing $5.96 estimates. The $134B brokerage faced pressure as rate uncertainty persisted. AA Alcoa delivered Q1 results as aluminum demand held firm.
TRGP Targa Resources hiked its dividend 25% to $1.25 from $1.00 showing energy infrastructure strength. The $53B pipeline operator rewarded shareholders as oil prices stabilized below crisis peaks.
UK GDP jumped today boosting European sentiment despite luxury sector weakness. FT noted UK gas prices dipped below pre-war levels as Asian consumption cuts eased supply fears. Norway's $2T sovereign wealth fund confirmed no plans to reduce US exposure despite Middle East tensions.
Autoglass owner Belron prepared a €30B Amsterdam IPO. The listing would provide a boost to Europe's lagging markets. Gulf states borrowed $10B through private deals avoiding public markets as the Iran conflict delivered economic hits.
Federal officials ordered flight cuts at Chicago O'Hare yesterday to reduce delays. AAL American Airlines absorbed operational pressure. JBLU JetBlue expanded Barcelona service from Boston showing selective route growth.
Spirit Airlines bankruptcy exit faced liquidation risk as fuel costs surged. Analysts flagged energy price volatility threatened restructuring plans.
QVCG.A QVC prepared bankruptcy filing as cost of living concerns hit home shopping demand. GPK Graphic Packaging launched restructuring and layoffs showing consumer discretionary stress.
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