Auto groups lobby against parts duties

Jamell Harris loads raw casting heads to be manufactured at the Stellantis Dundee Engine Complex on August 18, 2022 in Dundee, Michigan. Bill Pugliano | Getty Images DETROIT – Six of the top policy groups representing the U.S. automotive industry are uncharacteristically joining forces to lobby the Trump administration against 25% tariffs on auto parts…

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BRK, HOOD, NKE, PLTR and more

Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Berkshire Hathaway — Class A shares of Warren Buffett’s conglomerate jumped nearly 4% following a strong earnings report . The conglomerate said its operating profit skyrocketed 71% to $14.5 billion in the fourth quarter, led by a 302% jump in insurance underwriting. Auto insurer Geico had…

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Rivian (RIVN) earnings Q4 2024

Rivian (RIVN) earnings Q4 2024

Rivian Automotive beat Wall Street’s fourth-quarter earnings expectations and achieved its first gross quarterly profit — a target closely watched by investors — but is forecasting lower sales in 2025. The electric vehicle maker reported a gross profit, which includes production and sales but does not factor in other expenses, of $170 million during the…

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Stocks making the biggest moves midday: MCD, GME, ON

Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading: McDonald’s — The fast-food giant jumped 5% following its earnings announcement . While adjusted earnings came in at $2.83 per share, in line with expectations, revenue of $6.39 billion fell short of the $6.44 billion LSEG consensus estimate. The company’s same-store sales growth of 0.4% topped…

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