Recent financial results from Mercedes-Benz reveal that the company faced a harsh wake-up call last year, as it struggled with the slowing shift to electric vehicles and weakening demand in China, once an inexhaustible source of profits for German automakers. Its challenges reflect the tough period during which European vehicle manufacturers are grappling with sharp declines in sales, especially in the electric vehicle sector. However, early sales data for this year suggests improvement, which could be the first sign of market recovery.
CVS Health, one of the largest healthcare companies in the U.S., surprised investors with positive results for the fourth quarter of 2024. Despite challenges, it managed to exceed expectations and demonstrated stable growth in key segments. The company also presented ambitious plans for 2025, which include cost reduction and strategic improvements in Medicare Advantage insurance.
The Coca-Cola Company, a global leader in non-alcoholic beverages, known especially for its Coca-Cola brand, has reported its fourth-quarter financial results for 2024. These results not only surpassed Wall Street expectations but also confirmed steady demand growth for the company’s products despite challenging macroeconomic conditions.
Apple is trying to regain its lost ground in the Chinese market, where competition from homegrown brands like Huawei is nipping at its heels. The latest move is a collaboration with tech e-commerce giant, Alibaba, that will allow it to bring artificial intelligence (AI) services to Chinese users. This strategic move could improve the user experience, but the question remains whether this initiative will be enough to stem the decline in iPhone sales in the region.
Gold is shining once again. The price of the precious metal has surged to new all-time highs, and there are no signs of a slowdown anytime soon.* Investors are seeking a safe haven amid market uncertainty, largely driven by the import tariffs the current U.S. government plans to implement across the board. Additionally, central banks continue their massive gold reserve purchases. A weaker dollar and rising geopolitical tensions are further fuelling the rally.
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