Today’s Stocks to Watch: GM, Porsche, and BP
Key Points To Watch Out For:
- Berkshire shares fell following Warren Buffett’s resignation announcement.
- Netflix fell 3% due to the impact of tariffs on imported films.
- Palantir will present its results after the stock market closes.
Berkshire Hathaway (BRK): End of an Era with Buffett’s Retirement
Berkshire Hathaway shares fell more than 2% in premarket trading after Warren Buffett announced he would step down as CEO at the end of 2025. His replacement will be Greg Abel, the conglomerate’s current vice chairman. Even though the transition had been anticipated for years, the official announcement marks a momentous leadership change that the market is cautiously reflecting in stock prices.
Netflix (NFLX), Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), Disney (DIS), Paramount (PARA): Tariffs Hit the Entertainment Sector
Netflix and Warner Bros. each fell about 3% after President Trump announced plans to impose 100% tariffs on movie productions made outside the U.S. The proposal directly affects major studios with global operations and raises concerns about the future of their international distribution models. Stocks in the sector reacted with widespread declines.
MicroStrategy (MSTR): Crypto Down, Direct Pressure on Its Assets
MicroStrategy fell more than 2% before the open in tandem with a drop in the price of Bitcoin below $95,000. As the largest publicly traded company with significant exposure to cryptocurrencies, its stock performance is closely tied to the value of its digital holdings, pulling its shares down when the crypto market retreats.
Palantir Technologies (PLTR): High Expectations for After-Hours Results
Palantir will report its results today after the close, building anticipation among institutional and retail investors. With a strong recent track record of government contracts and expansion into private sectors, the company faces the challenge of maintaining its growth trajectory amid a volatile economic environment. Its performance could move shares materially in extended trading.
Tyson Foods (TSN): Results Expected at the Start of the Day
Tyson Foods will report earnings ahead of the market open, providing an early signal on consumer trends in the food sector. Analysts will closely examine operating margins and input costs in a market under pressure from inflation and changing consumer habits.