$NVDA NEWS Nvidia stock rebounds from rut as analysts stay bullish on its outlook Taiwan - Delayed Quote • TWD (060349.TW) Follow Compare 2.9100 +0.0200 (+0.69%) At close: 1:24:07 PM GMT+8 Related News Nissan, Honda merger talks: not a shocker given the 'stark reality' of the auto business Nissan and Honda are in talks to merge, as first reported by Japan’s Nikkei news agency. Bloomberg reports the two Japanese giants pushed their merger talks forward as Taiwan’s Foxconn, the maker of devices like the iPhone and others, approached Nissan about a stake. And just this morning Japan’s Yomiuri news outlet reports a memorandum of understanding with regards to a merger could be signed as early as December 23rd. Boeing, Birkenstock, General Mills: Trending Tickers Brad Smith and Madison Mills take a look at three trending stocks on the Yahoo Finance platform, breaking down what investors need to know in 30 seconds on Morning Brief. Boeing (BA) is resuming production of several aircraft after a worker strike. The aerospace manufacturer has been in focus amid safety concerns and other challenges. Birkenstock (BIRK) shares rose after the company lifted its sales outlook for the fourth quarter, citing strong consumer demand. General Mills (GIS) stock is under pressure after the company cut its 2025 profit outlook due to promotional costs. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief here. This post was written by Naomi Buchanan. Fed decision, Micron earnings, housing data: What to Watch Hosts Julie Hyman and Josh Lipton detail the top market news to watch for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 18. Investors are focused on the Federal Reserve as the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) Meeting concludes tomorrow. The central bank is set to announce its interest rate decision at 2 p.m. ET, and market participants are expecting a potential 25-basis-point cut to interest rates. On the earnings front, Wall Street will scrutinize quarterly reports from Micron Technology (MU), Lennar (LEN), General Mills (GIS), and Birkenstock (BIRK). Additionally, monthly Housing Starts and Building Permits data will provide crucial insights into the current state of the housing market. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime here. This post was written by Angel Smith Trump weighs eliminating EV tax credit. What it means for the auto industry. According to a new Reuters report, President-elect Donald Trump is expected to eliminate the electric vehicle (EV) tax credit. His administration is also considering rolling back investments in EV infrastructure, including charging stations and battery development. AutoGuide Editorial Director Greg Migliore joins Wealth! to analyze these potential changes. Migliore suggests that eliminating the EV tax credit could cause EV demand to "take a hit" as increased costs shift to consumers. He predicts this policy change might boost demand for hybrid and traditional gas-powered vehicles. When asked about automakers best positioned to weather these potential changes, Migliore identifies General Motors (GM), Ford (F), Hyundai (HYMTF), Toyota (TM), and Honda (HMC). He points to their diverse vehicle lineups spanning both EVs and conventional gas-powered options across various price points. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Wealth here. This post was written by Angel Smith Stock Market Today: Indexes Up Quietly On Fed Decision Day; Jabil Breaks Out But This Leader Triggers Sell Signal (Live Coverage) Some leaders showed strong, robust movement as indexes traded mildly ahead of the Fed Reserve's decision on interest rates. Is General Mills, Inc. (GIS) the Best Cash-Rich Dividend Stock to Invest In Now? We recently compiled a list of the 8 Cash-Rich Dividend Stocks To Invest In Now. In this article, we are going to take a look at where General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) stands against the other cash-rich dividend stocks. Cash remains a critical asset, as companies with strong cash reserves tend to attract investors regardless of the […] Nissan and Honda Discuss Potential Merger to Form World's Third-Largest Automaker Market Reacts as Foxconn Shows Interest in Acquiring Stake in Nissan Amid Merger Talks Top Midday Stories: General Mills Lowers Adjusted EPS Guidance; Merck Strikes Licensing Deal With Chinese Drugmaker to Develop Weight-Loss Pill All three major US stock indexes were up around midday trading on Wednesday ahead of the Federal Res Sezzle down 11% after Hindenburg says short on stock Investing.com -- Shares of Sezzle Inc (NASDAQ:SEZL) tumbled 15% on Wednesday after short-seller Hindenburg Research disclosed it was short on the “Buy Now, Pay Later” company, accusing it of risky lending practices and misleading investors. General Mills Crumbles: Why Investors Are Bailing Despite a Stellar Quarter Profit cuts and spending spikes send shockwaves through General Mills stock--here's what it means for your portfolio. Jabil Beats First-Quarter Views, Lifts Full-Year Outlook; Shares Rise Intraday Shares of Jabil (JBL) advanced intraday Wednesday after the manufacturing solutions provider reporte Jabil Stock Soars on Circuit Board Maker's Q1 Results, Raised Outlook Jabil exceeded profit and sales estimates in the first quarter since announcing a restructuring. Nissan and Honda's Game-Changing Merger: A $54 Billion Power Play in the EV Revolution Japan's auto giants join forces to take on Tesla, BYD, and the electrification race. Nissan Stock Jumps as Investors Eye Possibility of Honda Deal Honda and Nissan have acknowledged the possibility of a merger, driving an active trading session in Tokyo for the Japanese auto makers. Hunting For Magnificent Growth Next Year? Check Out These 7 Stocks. None of our picks is Nvidia or Amazon or Tesla. Investors may wish to widen the aperture to find the best stocks for outsize earnings growth. Viking Plummets After Merck Inks A $2.01 Billion Obesity Deal — With Someone Else Merck threw its hat into the obesity race on Wednesday, inking a deal worth up to $2.01 billion with Hansoh Pharma for its weight-loss drug. Jabil Stock Skyrockets 10% After Crushing Earnings Expectations Strong results and bold moves in AI and digital commerce send Jabil shares soaring to new highs. Sam Altman Nuclear Startup Continues Hot 2024 With 12-Gigawatt Data Center Deal Oklo — the nuclear power startup backed by OpenAI head Sam Altman — announced Wednesday it has signed an agreement to provide as much as 12 gigawatts of energy to Switch, an AI provider and data center operator. The advanced nuclear technology company said Wednesday the deal is to supply 12 gigawatts worth of nuclear projects to Switch through 2044. Oklo currently expects its first Aurora powerhouse nuclear reactor to be operational by 2027. Honda and Nissan Might Merge. It’s a Risky, Yet Sensible, Bet. Honda Motor and Nissan Motor are considering a merger or other partnership Wednesday, according to a recent report. There are some very good reasons seemingly stable car companies are taking what appear to be radical steps. Nissan’s U.S.-listed American depositary receipts were up 15% in early trading, while the was down about 0.1%, and the was up 0.2%. Merck Licenses a Weight-Loss Pill. It’s Bad News for Obesity Biotechs. The low-risk approach by the drug giant is a sign of the extent of Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk’s dominance in the weight-loss market.