Today’s Stocks to Watch: Tesla, Disney, and Trump Media
Key Points To Watch Out For:
- Trump Media shares rise 12% following plan to buy cryptocurrencies.
- Tesla gains nearly 3% despite sales declines in Europe.
- Informatica rises 10% amid revived negotiations with Salesforce.
Tesla (TSLA): Sales Decline, but Stock Rebounds in Premarket Trading
esla rose 3% before the market opened, even though new data showed a decline in sales in the European Union for the fourth consecutive month. Competitive pressure from Chinese manufacturers such as BYD has limited growth in that market. However, the stock was boosted by a wider tech rally, which led investors to take up positions in battered stocks.
PDD (PDD): Temu Cuts Shipments and Stock Gains Ground
PDD rose 1% in early trading ahead of its quarterly report. Its affiliate Temu suspended shipments of products from China to the U.S. following the end of the tariff exclusion for small packages. This decision may protect margins in the short term, although it introduces risks to its international strategy. The market is awaiting more clarity on its results.
Trump Media (DJT): Crypto Bet Drives Double-Digit Rise
Trump Media shares jumped 12% in premarket trading after reports emerged that the company plans to raise $3 billion to buy cryptocurrencies. The move reinforces its narrative of independence from the traditional financial system and has been well received by crypto enthusiasts. The news also boosted other crypto-related stocks.
U.S. Steel (X): Trump Opens Door to Japanese Acquisition
U.S. Steel gained ground before the opening bell after it was announced that former President Donald Trump had made his support for the acquisition by Nippon Steel conditional. The deal, which is still pending regulatory approval, is revitalizing interest in industrial stocks with exposure to steel. The news comes on top of Friday’s strong gains, when the stock rose 21%.
Informatica (INFA): Salesforce Interest Returns and Shares Rise 10%
Informatica shares rose 10% in premarket trading on reports that Salesforce has reactivated talks to acquire the company. The potential merger generated excitement about synergies between the two firms, especially in data management and cloud computing.
Disney (DIS): Box Office Success Boosts Sentiment
Disney rose more than 1% before the start of trading after its remake of “Lilo & Stitch” grossed $183 million in the U.S. and Canada over the long weekend. This success helps counter recent skepticism about its film division. Entertainment stocks could see a boost if the positive ticket sales trend continues.