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CHINA WATCH

Tesla, Ford, GM and the Threat of Cheap China EVs

By Al Root
EVS
  • Inexpensive vehicles aren’t a threat to the U.S. auto makers, but better ones by BYD, for example, might be.
  • Tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles will slow their roll. But they can still sell their cars elsewhere, and they are.
  • Of all the Chinese EV makers, BYD has the best chance of becoming the next Toyota--and Tesla has the most to lose.
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A HURRICANE FOR AIRLINES

JetBlue and Spirit Have More Bad News to Face: a Very Active Hurricane Season

By Evie Liu
TRAVEL
  • The hurricane season in the Atlantic basic is expected to be very active this summer, disrupting some arilines.
  • Airlines with much of their operations in the areas where the storms tend to start could be particularly at risk.
  • That includes JetBlue and Spirit, who could face a big financial hit.
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ALL IN ON HOKAS

Hoka Sales Show Just How Big a Problem Nike Really Has

By Angela Palumbo
CONSUMER
  • Demand for Hoka sneakers has been strong, putting even more pressure on sportswear giant Nike.
  • Deckers stock shot up nearly 13% Friday after its reported earnings per share easily beat analyst estimates.
  • Revenue beat esitmates too, boosted by increased demand for Hoka, which is popular with runners.
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ROSS RISES

Ross Stores Stock Pops on Strong Earnings. Lower Costs Helped.

By Emily Dattilo
RETAIL
  • Discount retailer Ross easily beat quarterly estimates and lifted guidance, sending shares up nearly 10% Friday.
  • One analysts says he still prefers discount retailer peers TJX and Burlington Stores.
  • Others were upbeat: "We believe ROST will sustain its sales momentum," Guggenheim analysts wrote.
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