Is the Boeing 777X Launch Likely to Delay Further?
Boeing aims to launch its ultra-wide-body long-range 777X jet next year. However, launch customer Emirates suspects this might not be possible.
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Will Solar Tech Power Self-Driving Cars?
In this video interview, Ben Lenail of Alta Devices talks about the future of solar power in next-generation vehicles and beyond.
Is the Boeing 787 Dreamliner Program in Trouble?
Boeing’s (BA) 787 Dreamliner program might be in trouble. A major customer has canceled billions of dollars’ worth of orders.
Solar Stocks with Bright Upside Potential: FSLR, ENPH
Solar stocks have had a great run this year. Strong demand, falling costs, and higher corporate investments have supported these renewables in 2019.
Jeff Bezos, Where Is my Amazon Drone Delivery?
Back in 2014, Jeff Bezos said that Amazon (AMZN) would use drones to deliver packages to customers. The idea was ingenious.
Boeing to Miss Aircraft Delivery Aim by 50% on MAX Woes
Boeing (BA) will fall short of its 2019 aircraft delivery target by over 50%, according to Jefferies analyst Sheila Kahyaoglu.
Amazon: Is Mark Cuban Influenced by Berkshire?
On September 30, Mark Cuban said to Fox Business that he had a stake worth around $1 billion in Amazon. He added, “It’s my biggest holding.”
Walmart’s All-Time High—Should You Listen to Buffett?
On September 25, Walmart stock closed at $118.47, just 1.4% below the all-time high it made in the previous trading session.
Amazon’s VI Initiative: Which Stock To Invest In?
Would you invest in a company that promises a technological utopia? It could be a simple answer – either you invest in it or you don’t.
Boeing: Eight Dreamliner Orders from Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand announced this morning that it had signed a deal with Boeing (BA) to buy eight 787-10 Dreamliner planes, according to Reuters.
Why First Solar Stock Could Continue to Climb
Top solar stock First Solar (FSLR) has surged about 10% in September. FSLR is trading close to its 52-week high and might continue to march upward.
Delta Air Lines Is Waiting for the 797—Is Boeing Ready?
Last week, Delta Air Lines’ CEO told Bloomberg that the carrier is still hoping Boeing will build a new midmarket airplane, dubbed the Boeing 797.
SolarEdge Stock Reaches All-Time High: Where to Now?
SolarEdge Technologies stock rose 17% to hit an all-time high of $91.40 on Friday. The solar inverter maker’s stock fell earlier this month.
Amazon’s Rivian Deal: Is the Musk-Bezos Rivalry in Play?
Jeff Bezos announced that Amazon had placed an order of 100,000 electric delivery vans from Michigan-based startup Rivian.
FedEx Teams Up with Google Wing to Test Drone Delivery
FedEx (FDX) has teamed up with Alphabet’s (GOOGL) Wing to make drone delivery a reality. Let’s take a closer look at how.
Could Boeing Benefit from Airbus’s ‘Back’ Pain?
Some airlines have been forced to keep the back seats empty on Airbus’s (EASDY) A320neos due to a problem similar to Boeing (BA) 737 Max 8’s
Dow Jones Index Falls after Rising for Eight Days
The Dow Jones Industrial Average Index has fallen 0.4% or by 115 points today. The index is trading lower after rising for eight consecutive trading sessions.
Generac Challenges Enphase Energy, SolarEdge Duopoly
Short-seller Citron Research noted that Generac Holdings could challenge solar microinverter makers Enphase Energy and SolarEdge’s duopoly.
Delta: Lowest Cancellation Rate of Top Four US Airlines
In August, Delta Air Lines had the lowest flight cancellation rate and the best on-time performance versus its top peers—Southwest, United, and American.
Boeing: New 777X Issues Won’t Impact Test Schedule
Boeing (BA) stock closed 3% higher yesterday after the company said its latest 777X issues wouldn’t impact its test schedule.
Boeing 777X Delay Could Block These Airlines’ Plans
New regulatory problems may further delay Boeing’s (BA) delivery of its first ultra-long-range 777X series plane, hindering some airlines’ plans.
Boeing 777X Failed a Stress Test, More 737 MAX Concerns
In another setback, Boeing’s (BA) long-haul and wide-body 777X variant failed a stress test. The test was part of the FAA’s certification process.
Boeing 737 MAX Update: IATA Expresses Concerns
IATA CEO Alexandre de Juniac has expressed concerns about a rift among global airline regulators over the approval Boeing’s (BA) 737 MAX’s return to service.
Boeing Gets New Orders for Its 777-300ER Aircraft
Boeing received positive news today. The aircraft manufacturer unveiled that it had received new orders for its twin-aisle wide-body 777-300ER aircraft.
737 MAX: American, United Extend Cancellations Again
Two major US airlines that own Boeing’s (BA) 737 MAX planes have pulled the model from their schedules until early December.
Enphase Energy Stock Looks Strong, 600% 2019 Gain
Solar microinverter company Enphase Energy (ENPH) has rallied more than any other stock in the space this year with a more-than-600% gain.
Boeing Rises on 737 MAX Production Ramp-Up News
Boeing (BA) stock closed 4.2% higher yesterday on news of its production ramp-up plan for its troubled 737 MAX planes.
Boeing Gets $999 Million Contract to Upgrade A-10 Wings
Yesterday, the US Air Force awarded a $999 million contract to Boeing (BA) to upgrade the wings of its A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft.
UPS Enters Self-Driving Race, Buys Stake in TuSimple
United Parcel Service (UPS) has joined the self-driving vehicle race. Last week, the company announced its purchase of a minority stake in autonomous tech startup TuSimple. The delivery giant made the investment following the results of ongoing self-driving truck road tests. However, neither company has disclosed the investment amount. Founded in 2015, TuSimple is trying […]
Berkshire Hathaway 13F: Warren Buffett Played It Safe
There weren’t any real surprises in Berkshire Hathaway’s 13F for the second quarter. In some ways, the 13F replicated the first quarter.
Ackman Makes Berkshire Bet: What It Means for Investors
According to the regulatory filing from Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital, the fund has taken a new stake in Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B).
Dow Jones, Boeing, and GE Fall: Hard Landing Ahead?
On Wednesday, US stock indexes fell due to recession signals. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DIA) was the worst performer with a 3.05% fall.
Elon Musk Supports Andrew Yang in 2020 Elections
Elon Musk said that he supports Andrew Yang in 2020 elections. Musk was a part of Trump’s Council of Economic Advisers, but quit.
Can the US-China Trade War Spiral into a Crude Oil War?
Although the US doesn’t export much crude oil to China, the additional supply of cheap Iranian oil could pressure both Brent and WTI crude prices.
First Solar Disappoints in Q2 but Raises Guidance
First Solar (FSLR) reported its second-quarter earnings results yesterday. It reported EPS of -$0.18 for the quarter.
Boeing 737 MAX Update: Quick Return to Service?
Boeing (BA) stock gained more than 2% on Tuesday. There’s hope that the Boeing 737 MAX planes might return to service quickly.
Morgan Stanley Is Skeptical about the S&P 500’s Upside
Morgan Stanley doesn’t believe the S&P 500’s current breakout above 3,000 will last. It also doesn’t expect Fed rate cuts to rekindle growth.
Solar Stocks: Sunnova’s Debut, Q2 Earnings, and More
Solar stocks traded a little sluggish in the last few weeks. First Solar has risen more than 53%, while SunPower has risen more than 106% this year.
Kansas City Southern Outshines Its Peers in Q2
Kansas City Southern (KSU) stock opened nearly 3% higher on Friday after reporting better-than-expected second-quarter results.
Why the Nasdaq and S&P 500 Are Down Today
The S&P 500 Index was down 0.49% at 11:52 AM ET while Tesla (TSLA) was leading Nasdaq’s (QQQ) 0.76% drop at the same time.
Boeing, Caterpillar Drag Down the Dow Jones
On Wednesday, the Dow Jones fell while other major US indexes moved up. The Dow was mainly pulled down by two of its high-weighted stocks—Boeing (BA) and Caterpillar (CAT).
How Much the 737 MAX Grounding Could Cost Boeing
The 737 MAX fiasco is expected to hurt Boeing’s (BA) second-quarter financial results severely.
New Orders Bring Relief for Boeing amid 737 MAX Crisis
Boeing (BA) has received major orders for its wide-body twin-aisle Dreamliner planes. The aircraft manufacturer desperately needed new orders for its other planes, as orders for its fast-selling single-aisle 737 MAX jets have been frozen following the Ethiopian Airlines crash on March 10.
Railroad Stocks Have Outperformed in 2019
So far, railroad stocks have made a remarkable run in 2019. Most of the railroad stocks have outperformed the broader market returns.
Acquisitions Remain a Key Global Expansion Strategy for FedEx
Acquisitions have remained a key global expansion strategy for FedEx (FDX), expanding the delivery giant’s global footprint, enhancing its capabilities, establishing new business relationships, and adding customers.
Bill Ackman Thanks Warren Buffett for His Fund’s Comeback in 2019
Bill Ackman has made a huge comeback in 2019.
Dow Outperforms Other Indexes due to Surge in Boeing Stock
The Dow Jones Industrial Average registered minor gains on March 25, while other major US indexes fell.
SLB, HAL, BHGE, and NOV: Analyzing the Revenue Trends
Halliburton (HAL) and National Oilwell Varco (NOV) recorded 16% revenue growth in 2018—compared to 2017.
FedEx Focuses on Cost-Cutting Measures to Boost Profitability
FedEx’s (FDX) fiscal 2019 third-quarter adjusted EPS of $3.03 fell 18.5% from its EPS of $3.72 in the third quarter of fiscal 2018.
Analysts Lower Target Price on FedEx after Its 2019 Outlook Cut
Most analysts reduced their target prices on FedEx after the delivery giant trimmed its fiscal 2019 earnings outlook.