McDonald’s earnings beat estimates as chain’s value push pays off

McDonald’s earnings beat estimates as chain’s value push pays off

McDonald’s on Wednesday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped analysts’ expectations as its value push wins back customers. “By listening to customers and taking action, we have improved traffic and strengthened our value & affordability scores,” CEO Chris Kempczinski said in a statement. Here’s what the company reported compared with what Wall Street was…

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Peloton shares plunge 26% on weak holiday quarter, sluggish demand for splashy new products

Peloton shares plunge 26% on weak holiday quarter, sluggish demand for splashy new products

Peloton posted a worse-than-expected holiday quarter on Thursday after shoppers failed to shell out for its new AI-driven product line and turned away from higher subscription prices, sending shares down 26%. The connected fitness company missed Wall Street’s estimates on the top and bottom lines and fell short of its own internal sales targets in…

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Chipotle stock sinks as restaurant chain reports falling traffic, weak guidance

Chipotle stock sinks as restaurant chain reports falling traffic, weak guidance

A Chipotle in the Bronx in New York, April 23, 2025. Spencer Platt | Getty Images Chipotle Mexican Grill on Tuesday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped analysts’ expectations, although traffic to its restaurants fell for the fourth straight quarter. For 2026, the company is projecting flat same-store sales growth, signaling that the burrito…

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American Airlines projects revenue growth for 2026, misses earnings estimates for fourth quarter

American Airlines projects revenue growth for 2026, misses earnings estimates for fourth quarter

American Airlines projected Tuesday that its focus on premium will “begin delivering results in 2026” as the carrier races to catch up to its far more profitable rivals and capitalize on strong demand from high-spending customers. The Fort Worth, Texas-based airline projected it will deliver nearly $2 of improvement in adjusted earnings per share at…

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Boeing's quarterly sales jump 57% as CEO says there's 'a lot to be optimistic about'

Boeing’s quarterly sales jump 57% as CEO says there’s ‘a lot to be optimistic about’

A Boeing Co. 737 Max airplane at the company’s manufacturing facility in Renton, Washington, US, on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025. David Ryder | Bloomberg | Getty Images Boeing reported revenue ahead of Wall Street expectations for the fourth quarter as the company’s turnaround picked up steam following years of crises. The company’s airplane deliveries last…

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General Motors is set to report earnings before the bell. Here's what Wall Street expects amid major electric vehicle write-downs

General Motors is set to report earnings before the bell. Here’s what Wall Street expects amid major electric vehicle write-downs

The General Motors global headquarters in Detroit, Jan. 12, 2026. Jeff Kowalsky | Bloomberg | Getty Images DETROIT — General Motors is set to report its fourth-quarter and year-end earnings before the bell Tuesday. Here’s what Wall Street is expecting, based on a survey of analysts by LSEG: Earnings per share: $2.20 adjusted expected Revenue:…

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