Earnings Call Insights: Mercer International (MERC) Q1 2026 Management view Richard Short (Executive VP, CFO & Secretary) said operating EBITDA was about $8 million, “an increase of $28 million when compared with the fourth quarter's results,” while results were still pressured by “rising fiber costs in both Germany and Canada, alongside weak demand and pricing for pulp and lumber.” Short disclose...
Earnings Call Insights: Mercer International (MERC) Q1 2026 Management view Richard Short (Executive VP, CFO & Secretary) said operating EBITDA was about $8 million, “an increase of $28 million when compared with the fourth quarter's results,” while results were still pressured by “rising fiber costs in both Germany and Canada, alongside weak demand and pricing for pulp and lumber.” Short disclosed a balance-sheet event: “In the first quarter, as a result of the high cost and weak markets for our products, we did not meet the leverage ratio covenant under our German revolving credit facility,” adding, “we successfully obtained a waiver from our lenders for this covenant covering the current quarter and the subsequent 2 quarters.” Short highlighted a major noncash item and bottom-line result: “The current quarter's EBITDA also includes a noncash inventory impairment charge of $22 million,” and “We reported a consolidated net loss of $52 million for the first quarter or $0.78 per share.” Juan Bueno (CEO, President & Director) tied the quarter to operational execution and fiber constraints, saying, “Overall, I was pleased with how our mills ran in Q1. But at the same time, it was frustrating to have to slow down some of them due to either insufficient or too expensive fiber supply.” Bueno introduced a new governance and strategic process focused on financing and liquidity: “we're evaluating strategic alternatives and financing options to enhance our liquidity and financial condition,” and “The Board has appointed a special committee, overseeing management's efforts along these lines.” Outlook Bueno guided to higher near-term input costs, stating, “we expect these increases costs to move more meaningfully and impact Q2,” and quantified: “an increase of between $5 to $10 per ton of pulp on freight costs and around $5 per ton for chemicals.” On pulp pricing, Bueno said, “we expect to see some modest NBSK price improvements in Q2 across all markets with NBHK remaining fair...
AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) stock is soaring after reporting fantastic quarterly results. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) stock is soaring after reporting fantastic quarterly results. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
President Trump has signed off on a plan to fire Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary, though insiders caution that the plan is not final and could change, according to several media reports. News of the planned axing comes from inside sources who spoke with The Wall Street Journal , which was then confirmed by reporting from Bloomberg , The Washington Post , and Politico . The P...
President Trump has signed off on a plan to fire Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary, though insiders caution that the plan is not final and could change, according to several media reports. News of the planned axing comes from inside sources who spoke with The Wall Street Journal , which was then confirmed by reporting from Bloomberg , The Washington Post , and Politico . The Post reported that the administration has not decided who would serve as acting director upon Makary's departure. The planned exit comes after a tumultuous year for Makary, in which the FDA plunged into turmoil and controversy over DOGE cuts, personnel drama , vaccine approvals, gene therapy decisions, abortion pill oversight, and vape regulation. Read full article Comments
Uber (NYSE: UBER) reported fantastic quarterly results. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Uber (NYSE: UBER) reported fantastic quarterly results. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Intel (NasdaqGS:INTC) and Apple reached a preliminary agreement for Intel to manufacture chips for Apple. The agreement marks a breakthrough for Intel's foundry effort and involves active support from the White House. The deal highlights U.S. based chipmaking as an alternative to supply chains centered on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing. Intel, traded as NasdaqGS:INTC, has been working to build...
Intel (NasdaqGS:INTC) and Apple reached a preliminary agreement for Intel to manufacture chips for Apple. The agreement marks a breakthrough for Intel's foundry effort and involves active support from the White House. The deal highlights U.S. based chipmaking as an alternative to supply chains centered on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing. Intel, traded as NasdaqGS:INTC, has been working to build a contract chip manufacturing business alongside its own processor lines. Apple is one of the...
Pinterest (NYSE: PINS) is adding users from its most lucrative region. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Pinterest (NYSE: PINS) is adding users from its most lucrative region. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks have been roaring higher over the past several years -- but one key concern interrupted the momentum several months ago. Investors worried about the valuations of certain AI stocks, and this put the brakes on the rally. On top of this, questions about the economy and geopolitical situation prompted investors to take a step away from these market movers and shake...
Artificial intelligence (AI) stocks have been roaring higher over the past several years -- but one key concern interrupted the momentum several months ago. Investors worried about the valuations of certain AI stocks, and this put the brakes on the rally. On top of this, questions about the economy and geopolitical situation prompted investors to take a step away from these market movers and shakers. But, in recent times, as valuation has come down, earnings have shown strength, and the overall market environment has improved, AI stocks have regained momentum. This is great news, particularly for growth investors. But one question remains: How much longer will this last? Billionaire Paul Tudor Jones, known for predicting the Black Monday crash of 1987, offered some insight in an interview with CNBC this week. The hedge fund manager said this rally isn't over and could run for another year or two. Jones told CNBC he recently added to his AI positions, though he didn't specify which stocks or assets he had purchased. He also suggested that when this movement comes to an end, the decline could be significant. This suggests there's still plenty of time to score an AI investing win. With all of this in mind, which stocks should you buy now? Let's consider two that could soar in the near term and have what it takes to manage a future market pullback -- and go on to advance over time. Continue reading
Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) (NASDAQ: GOOG) has investors abuzz after reporting quarterly financial results. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL) (NASDAQ: GOOG) has investors abuzz after reporting quarterly financial results. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) estimates it will spend nearly $200 billion in capital expenditures in 2026. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) estimates it will spend nearly $200 billion in capital expenditures in 2026. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) stock investors are curious if this dip is a buying opportunity. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) stock investors are curious if this dip is a buying opportunity. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Amazon 's (NASDAQ: AMZN) free cash flow estimate for 2026 might shock you. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Amazon 's (NASDAQ: AMZN) free cash flow estimate for 2026 might shock you. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
What progress is Meta (NASDAQ: META) making on artificial intelligence? That will be the major topic of this video. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
What progress is Meta (NASDAQ: META) making on artificial intelligence? That will be the major topic of this video. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of May 6, 2026. The video was published on May 8, 2026. Continue reading
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) , a launch services and space systems provider, closed Friday at $105.55, up 34.32%. The stock jumped after record Q1 revenue beat expectations and guidance pointed to another record quarter. Investors are watching how its expanding backlog converts into sustained growth and margins. Trading volume reached 76 million shares, about 247% above its three-month average of 21.9...
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) , a launch services and space systems provider, closed Friday at $105.55, up 34.32%. The stock jumped after record Q1 revenue beat expectations and guidance pointed to another record quarter. Investors are watching how its expanding backlog converts into sustained growth and margins. Trading volume reached 76 million shares, about 247% above its three-month average of 21.9 million shares. Rocket Lab IPO'd in 2020 and has grown 983% since going public. The S&P 500 added 0.82% to finish Friday at 7,397, while the Nasdaq Composite climbed 1.71% to close at 26,247. In aerospace & defense, established rivals Lockheed Martin closed at $506.5 (-1.15%) and Northrop Grumman ended at $549.65 (-0.47%), lagging Rocket Lab’s outsize move. Rocket Lab’s 64% revenue growth smashed Wall Street’s expectations, and its narrowing EPS loss of $0.07 also snuck past analysts’ hopes. Looking ahead to Q2, management expects sales to grow by 16% sequentially, after growing 12% quarter over quarter in Q1. Perhaps the most exciting figure for investors was RKLB’s backlog growth of 108%, with 42% from its launch operations and 58% from space systems. Continue reading