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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Trending tickers: The latest investor updates on Lionsgate, Nio, Boeing, AstraZeneca and Fresnillo
Shares in Lionsgate (LION) surged nearly 20% on Friday and were up nearly another 2% in pre-market trading on Monday morning, following reports that Legendary Entertainment was considering a takeover of the film studio. Bloomberg reported on Friday that Legendary first approached the company after Lionsgate finalised its separation from Starz Entertainment Corp in May, citing people familiar with the matter. Read more: FTSE 100 LIVE: FTSE up and European markets dip amid fresh Trump tariff threats Lionsgate owns the rights to popular franchises John Wick and The Hunger Games, while Legendary is the studio behind the Dune trilogy. Legendary is backed by Apollo Global Management (APO), which owns Yahoo. Spokespeople for Lionsgate and Legendary had not responded to Yahoo Finance UK's request for comment at the time of writing. Hong Kong-listed shares in Nio ( jumped more than 11% on Monday, after the Chinese electric vehicle company unveiled a new line of SUVs. Nio founder and CEO William Li announced the start of pre-orders for its ONVO L90 SUVs at a launch event last week. According to statement from the company on Thursday, prices for SUVs will start at RMB 279,900 for full purchase and RMB 193,900 with Battery as a Service (BaaS) option. Nio said that the ONVO L90 SUVs will officially be launched by the end of July, with deliveries starting on 1 August in the Chinese market. The seven-seater vehicle was designed by former Bentley designer Raul Pires. Shares in Boeing (BA) were in focus after it was reported that the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a notification that fuel switch locks on its planes were safe. Reuters reported on Sunday that the FAA's Continued Airworthiness Notification to Civil Aviation Authorities said: "Although the fuel control switch design, including the locking feature, is similar on various Boeing airplane models, the FAA does not consider this issue to be an unsafe condition that would warrant an Airworthiness Directive on any Boeing airplane models, including the Model 787." Stocks: Create your watchlist and portfolio The notification on 11 July came after a preliminary report into Air India's Boeing 787-8 crash last month, in which 260 people were killed. The report by India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), released on Friday, said that fuel to the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner engines was cut off shortly after the flight's take off on 12 June. The report said that switches controlling the fuel flow to the jet's engines had transitioned from "run" to "cutoff", hampering the thrust of the plane. On the London market, AstraZeneca (AZN.L) was one of the biggest risers on the FTSE 100 (^FTSE) on Monday morning, with shares up 1.8%. The rise in shares came after AstraZeneca said on Monday morning that its experimental drug baxdrostat had been successful in lowering high blood pressure in a late-stage study. Read more: Stocks that are trending today The pharma giant said that baxdrostat at two dose demonstrated a statistically significant and clinically meaningful reduction in mean seated systolic blood pressure (SBP) compared with placebo at 12 weeks. Dr Bryan Williams, chair of medicine at University College London and primary investigator in the trial, said: "The highly promising BaxHTN Phase III results show that once-daily baxdrostat on top of standard of care can meaningfully lower systolic blood pressure and offer a potential new treatment approach for controlling hypertension, the leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease." Miner Fresnillo (FRES.L) was the biggest riser on the FTSE 100 (^FTSE), with shares up more than 3% on Monday morning, supported by the rally in precious metals. Gold futures (GC=F) were up 0.4% on Monday morning to $3,378.20, amid the latest concerns about US tariffs. US president Donald Trump said the US would impose a 30% tariff on imports from Mexico and the EU starting 1 August, following weeks of stalled negotiations with both trading partners. Fears about this latest escalation in trade tensions buoyed demand for gold as a safe-haven asset. Silver prices also advanced on Monday, with the rise in both precious metals boosting the shares of Fresnillo. Read more: Bank of England's Bailey opposes cornerstone of Rachel Reeve's pension plans Longest 0% balance transfer credit card deals of the week How to start investing with an employee share scheme
Forbes
5 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
AI's Job Isn't To Innovate; It's To Facilitate Creation
William Li, CEO of FancyTech. Over the past year, we've heard every take on AI, from optimism and breakthrough promises to alarmism and underwhelming execution. Meanwhile, in the real world, something much more interesting—and practical—is happening: AI is no longer a side project. It's becoming part of how companies operate every day. Shopify CEO Tobias Lütke captured this shift in a company-wide memo shared recently that jump-started a conversation about AI's role and how it's used. He told employees: "Before asking for more Headcount and resources, teams must demonstrate why they cannot get what they want done using AI." This wasn't just about managing resources; it was about changing mindsets. In line with Lütke's words, AI isn't something reserved for engineers or innovation teams. It's a tool every team should be using every day. Nowhere is this more visible than in the world of content, where visual storytelling, speed and scale are critical. Creative and marketing teams are under more pressure than ever to iterate fast, generate personalized content and stay on brand. Why Now In meetings, executives often ask me, "What can AI do for us?" A better question is: "What kind of company do we want to be in five years, and are we building the right foundation now?" The harder work is building the systems that make AI usable consistently, across teams and in a way that reflects a company's creative and commercial priorities. AI works best as a capability baked into how teams operate. We've seen that the companies making the most progress aren't always the ones with the most sophisticated tools. They're the ones that integrate AI into their existing workflows and embed a layer in the marketing and content stack. This approach allows their teams to move faster and scale creatively without sacrificing quality. In that sense, AI today is less like electricity and more like logistics. It determines how quickly you can go to market, how specifically you can speak to a customer and how easily you can adapt when the message or medium needs to shift. Folding AI Into The Workflow We've recently seen this shift firsthand in Indonesia, one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing and most competitive digital markets. In a recent campaign for a national cereal brand, a creative agency we partner with was tasked with repositioning the brand around healthier breakfasts for children. They needed variations of the campaign for different regions, age groups, cultural norms and morning routines. Traditionally, that level of personalization would have required tough trade-offs: either sacrifice speed or blow the budget. Personalization at this scale used to be aspirational in a country with more than 17,000 islands and wildly diverse consumer segments. Now it's operational and more measurable than ever. Videos were adapted to morning rituals and content variations were tested and iterated in real time—across email, social media and e-commerce platforms—before doubling down on what resonated. What This Means For Teams AI is not just changing content production—it's reshaping how teams think about structure, speed and scale. In the past, growing demand meant growing headcount. Now, it's about how we rethink the workflow. When AI handles repetitive creative tasks, such as resizing, reformatting and versioning, people can focus on what AI can't do: framing the message, shaping the story and refining the voice. It's not about replacement. It's about leverage. However, leverage only works when AI is part of the system, not a tool used by a select few or reserved for a future initiative. For teams starting this journey, the first step isn't picking a tool—it's mapping your existing content process to identify repetitive, time-sensitive or rules-based tasks. These are your entry points for AI. From there, start small. Pilot AI on one campaign or segment with high variation needs, such as customer relationship management (CR) or performance ads. Track not just cost savings but throughput and testing velocity. When evaluating vendors, ask how they integrate into your creative workflow. Are outputs brand-consistent? Can they support local nuance at scale? Do they offer iteration loops? Think of AI vendors less like software and more like collaborators. In our experience, AI alone rarely satisfies all client requirements, no matter how good the models are. Even if automation covers 70% to 80% of the work, brands still need that final human touch to approve and refine outputs. We've found that the most effective approach is a hybrid one: combining high-efficiency AI with targeted human oversight. In this model, AI boosts productivity by 30% to 50% at each step and when orchestrated well, those gains compound. However, the last 20% (human-led review and refinement) ensures brand alignment and customer satisfaction. Train not just designers but project managers and marketers to act as orchestrators, people who can manage prompts, model output and iteration cycles. The shift is less about tool proficiency and more about learning to direct AI resources like a production pipeline. When measuring return on investment (ROI), go beyond the baseline of cost per asset. Track metrics such as content deployment speed, creative variants tested per week and performance lift from localized or time-of-day-specific content. These are the outcomes that show whether AI is helping your business scale with nuance. Rethinking The Next Phase The companies that will thrive in the next phase of transformation will integrate AI into their core offerings, treating AI not as a feature but as a foundation. It reshapes how quickly brands can move, how effectively you can test and learn and how aligned your creative output is with your brand's intent. We're seeing it already, in faster campaign cycles, leaner teams and more responsive brand storytelling. The companies that will thrive are not necessarily the most technical. They're the ones that understand this simple idea: AI is not a department. It's a layer. And the sooner you build on it, the more prepared you'll be, whether you're operating in Jakarta, Riyadh or New York. Forbes Technology Council is an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs and technology executives. Do I qualify?
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
NIO stock surges over 4% after Morgan Stanley says Buy following new SUV Onvo L90 launch
NIO Inc stock rose more than 4% in early trading Friday after Morgan Stanley reiterated its 'Overweight' rating on the electric vehicle maker, citing strong potential for the company's newly launched SUV, the Onvo L90, as per a report. Why Did NIO Stock Surge? The jump in stock price reflects growing optimism around NIO's bold push into the family-orientated EV market with the launch of its first three-row SUV under its new sub-brand, Onvo, according to an report. Are Early Pre-Orders for the Onvo L90 Meeting Expectations? The firm's executives revealed that pre-orders which started on July 10 for the newly unveiled SUV Onvo L90 have met internal targets, as per the report. Nio founder and CEO William Li said, 'Based on market feedback, we met our internal targets,' as quoted in the report. Li highlighted that, 'The key here is that we shipped the cars before holding the launch event,' as quoted in the report. ALSO READ: Wall Street veterans and analysts set bold new price for Nvidia — is it headed for another record run? How Is NIO Balancing Features and Profit Margins With the L90? The company did not specify the margin figures, but Li reiterated that the L90 was engineered for tight cost control, enabling competitive pricing without sacrificing margin, he said, 'It definitely has gross profit,' and also added that Onvo had reused existing seating platforms and avoided overpowered drivetrains to optimize costs, according to the report. Live Events Could the Onvo L90 Disrupt China's Competitive EV SUV Segment? The Onvo L90 is priced at 279,000 yuan (around $39,000) for the 85 kWh version, while the battery-as-a-service (BaaS) model starts at 193,900 yuan ($27,000) and deliveries are scheduled to begin August 1, according to the report. The electric SUV has premium features like the 900V fast charging, AR-HUD, air suspension, and Nvidia's Orin-X smart driving platform, which position it as a serious contender in China's crowded EV market, as reported by After the launch, Morgan Stanley analysts said that the competitive pricing and a feature-rich design of the Onvo L90 will likely attract strong demand, which will potentially drive NIO stock up to a new record of $5.90 over the next 12 months, according to the report. ALSO READ: Should H-1B Visa holders buy a house in the US amid job instability? A viral Reddit post sparks heated debate Why Is Morgan Stanley So Bullish on NIO's Latest SUV? The investment firm even praised the L90's ability to match or exceed rivals in interior space, smart driving capabilities, and charging infrastructure as it forecast another 45% upside in NIO stock from current levels, as reported by Are Other Wall Street Analysts Also Positive on NIO? While Morgan Stanley is not the only Wall Street company that is being bullish on NIO stocks, the consensus rating on the EV stock also currently sits at 'overweight,' with the mean price target indicating a potential increase of over 15%, as per The Wall Street Journal. FAQs What makes the L90 different from other EVs in China? It offers three rows of seating, cutting-edge smart tech, and fast charging, but at a price lower than many rivals, as per the report. Why is Morgan Stanley so bullish on NIO right now? They believe the L90 will sell well due to its features, pricing, and family-friendly design, which could boost the stock.
Economic Times
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Economic Times
NIO stock surges over 4% after Morgan Stanley says Buy following new SUV Onvo L90 launch
NIO Inc stock saw a rise after Morgan Stanley showed confidence in the new Onvo L90 SUV. Pre-orders for the SUV are meeting expectations. The L90 is priced competitively. It has features like fast charging and smart driving. Morgan Stanley predicts a potential stock increase. Other analysts also show positive outlook on NIO. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Why Did NIO Stock Surge? Are Early Pre-Orders for the Onvo L90 Meeting Expectations? How Is NIO Balancing Features and Profit Margins With the L90? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Could the Onvo L90 Disrupt China's Competitive EV SUV Segment? Why Is Morgan Stanley So Bullish on NIO's Latest SUV? Are Other Wall Street Analysts Also Positive on NIO? FAQs NIO Inc stock rose more than 4% in early trading Friday after Morgan Stanley reiterated its 'Overweight' rating on the electric vehicle maker, citing strong potential for the company's newly launched SUV, the Onvo L90, as per a jump in stock price reflects growing optimism around NIO's bold push into the family-orientated EV market with the launch of its first three-row SUV under its new sub-brand, Onvo, according to an firm's executives revealed that pre-orders which started on July 10 for the newly unveiled SUV Onvo L90 have met internal targets, as per the report. Nio founder and CEO William Li said, 'Based on market feedback, we met our internal targets,' as quoted in the report. Li highlighted that, 'The key here is that we shipped the cars before holding the launch event,' as quoted in the READ: Wall Street veterans and analysts set bold new price for Nvidia — is it headed for another record run? The company did not specify the margin figures, but Li reiterated that the L90 was engineered for tight cost control, enabling competitive pricing without sacrificing margin, he said, 'It definitely has gross profit,' and also added that Onvo had reused existing seating platforms and avoided overpowered drivetrains to optimize costs, according to the Onvo L90 is priced at 279,000 yuan (around $39,000) for the 85 kWh version, while the battery-as-a-service (BaaS) model starts at 193,900 yuan ($27,000) and deliveries are scheduled to begin August 1, according to the electric SUV has premium features like the 900V fast charging, AR-HUD, air suspension, and Nvidia's Orin-X smart driving platform, which position it as a serious contender in China's crowded EV market, as reported by the launch, Morgan Stanley analysts said that the competitive pricing and a feature-rich design of the Onvo L90 will likely attract strong demand, which will potentially drive NIO stock up to a new record of $5.90 over the next 12 months, according to the READ: Should H-1B Visa holders buy a house in the US amid job instability? A viral Reddit post sparks heated debate The investment firm even praised the L90's ability to match or exceed rivals in interior space, smart driving capabilities, and charging infrastructure as it forecast another 45% upside in NIO stock from current levels, as reported by Morgan Stanley is not the only Wall Street company that is being bullish on NIO stocks, the consensus rating on the EV stock also currently sits at 'overweight,' with the mean price target indicating a potential increase of over 15%, as per The Wall Street offers three rows of seating, cutting-edge smart tech, and fast charging, but at a price lower than many rivals, as per the believe the L90 will sell well due to its features, pricing, and family-friendly design, which could boost the stock.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
China's carmakers expanding their presence in Europe
Chinese automakers are expanding in Europe, betting on their competitive pricing and advanced technology to break into a market traditionally dominated by European and American brands, amid a global shift towards electric vehicles. This expansion has stoked trade tensions between Brussels and Beijing, including a row over EU tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, imposed to protect European producers. The following Chinese carmakers have expanded their footprint in Europe: BYD BYD is building an electric car factory in southern Hungary and has announced a new plant for electric buses and trucks in the north of the country. The automaker has launched car sales across most of Europe. In April, BYD for the first time sold more EVs in Europe than Tesla, with 7,231 battery-powered electric vehicles (BEV) sold over the month, according to a report by JATO Dynamics. CHERY AUTOMOBILE Chery said on July 8 it would launch sales of its Chery brand in Britain with two new SUV models in the coming weeks. It already launched its Omoda brand in Britain in August 2024 and the Jaecoo brand in January 2025. Chery has launched the Omoda and Jaecoo brands across half a dozen European markets, including Spain, Italy and Poland. CHONGQING CHANGAN AUTOMOBILE Changan launched operations in Europe in March and said it plans to start car sales in 10 markets on the continent this year. The company plans to build a European factory to support future sales on the continent and is considering possible locations for the plant, an executive told Reuters on July 2. GEELY AUTOMOBILE Geely said on July 2 it would launch the Geely brand in Britain at the start of the fourth quarter of 2025 with the sale of its electric EX5 SUV. The group is established in Europe through carmakers Lotus, Volvo Cars and Polestar, in which it is the majority shareholder. Volvo Cars produced 2.5% of the European cars registered between January and May 2025, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA). Two of Geely's other Chinese brands, Zeekr and Lynk & Co, already operate in a handful of European markets. NIO Nio said in April it would launch an EV from its Firefly brand in Europe in the third quarter of 2025. Nio's progress in Europe has been slower than expected due to sales and service network challenges, CEO William Li said. SAIC MOTOR CORP SAIC Motor sold 126,116 units in Europe between January and May, the ACEA said, representing 2.3% of the European car registration on the period. The company's sales come mainly from its MG Motor brand as well as from Maxus. XPENG EV maker Xpeng said in June it was looking at more aspects of its existing collaboration with Volkswagen such as joint procurement, charging and different car models. It currently develops advanced chips for VW cars. The automaker has launched sales in a number of European markets, including in Britain in January. ZHEJIANG LEAPMOTOR TECHNOLOGY Leapmotor plans to roll out vehicles equipped with its smart-driving technologies in Europe next year, its senior vice president said in March. The company, partly owned by Stellantis, formed a joint venture 51% controlled by Stellantis that gives the European car group exclusive rights to export, sell and manufacture Leapmotor EVs outside Greater China.
