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In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the stock market movements on August 13, 2025, highlighting gains in stock indices and specific stocks like Netflix and Boeing, while noting declines in NVIDIA and oil prices.
The U.S. stock market experienced a broad and significant rally today, with all three major indices closing sharply higher and both the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 reaching new record highs. This surge in investor confidence was primarily ignited by the release of lower-than-expected July inflation data, which
Magnite’s second quarter results were met with a negative market reaction, as revenue fell short of Wall Street expectations despite year-on-year growth. Management attributed the performance to continued strength in connected TV (CTV), where new partnerships and expanded programmatic adoption drove results. CEO Michael Barrett highlighted the company’s “unique combination of ad server and streaming platform” and noted robust growth from key clients like Roku, Netflix, and Warner Bros. Discovery. The team also pointed to progress in margin improvement, citing disciplined investment and technology-driven cost reductions.
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Digital advertising platform Magnite (NASDAQ:MGNI) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, but sales rose 6.4% year on year to $173.3 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.20 per share was 20.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
In a significant wave of positive corporate news, several prominent companies have recently announced robust financial results and strategic deals, injecting a fresh dose of optimism into the financial markets. Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) has significantly raised its financial forecasts, signaling a strong rebound in the semiconductor sector driven by
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AMC Entertainment Holdings (NYSE: AMC) experienced a significant surge in its stock price, jumping 7.5% following the release of its better-than-expected earnings report. This impressive performance has ignited a wave of optimism among investors, signaling a potential turning point for the beleaguered cinema chain and the broader entertainment sector.
