Esteban Tesson
Journalist
Intel significantly beats expectations, reassuring markets
Intel reported quarterly results well ahead of expectations, marking a potential turning point after several challenging periods. The group posted adjusted earnings of 29 cents per share, compared to the 1 cent anticipated, while revenue reached $13.58bn, significantly above the $12.42bn expected. This performance was cheered by the stock market, with shares surging approximately 14% in after-hours trading following the release.
April 23, 2026 at 04:49 pm
US accelerates Medicare access for select medical devices
US health authorities have announced a new program aimed at significantly reducing the time required for certain medical devices to secure Medicare reimbursement. Coverage could now be granted within two to three months of regulatory approval, down from a year or more previously. This reform addresses long-standing industry criticism regarding the penalizing lag between FDA validation and Medicare coverage.
April 23, 2026 at 04:45 pm
Intel Handily Beats Expectations and Reassures Markets
Intel posted quarterly results well above expectations, signaling a potential turning point after several difficult periods. The company delivered adjusted earnings of 29 cents a share, versus just 1 cent expected, while revenue reached $13.58bn, far above the $12.42bn forecast. The performance was welcomed on Wall Street, with the stock up about 14% in after-hours trading following the release.
April 23, 2026 at 04:27 pm
The United States Speeds Up Medicare Access for Certain Medical Devices
US health authorities have announced a new program aimed at sharply reducing the time it takes for certain medical devices to gain access to Medicare reimbursement. Coverage could now begin within two to three months after regulatory approval, versus a year or more previously. The overhaul answers criticism from manufacturers, who had denounced a damaging gap between FDA clearance and Medicare coverage.
April 23, 2026 at 03:52 pm
Meta slashes headcount by 10% to accelerate AI pivot
Meta has announced a 10% reduction in its workforce, representing approximately 8,000 positions, as part of a strategic realignment toward artificial intelligence. The layoffs are set to begin on May 20 and are accompanied by the cancellation of 6,000 planned hires. This decision extends several previous waves of job cuts, which the group justifies by the need to improve efficiency and concentrate resources on generative AI in the face of intensifying competition.
April 23, 2026 at 02:58 pm
Meta to Cut 10% of Its Workforce to Speed Up Its AI Push
Meta said it will reduce its workforce by 10%, or about 8,000 jobs, as part of a strategic shift toward artificial intelligence. The layoffs will begin on May 20 and will be paired with the cancellation of 6,000 planned hires. The move extends several rounds of cuts already underway, which the company says are needed to improve efficiency and focus resources on generative AI as competition intensifies.
April 23, 2026 at 02:45 pm
Microsoft starts unprecedented voluntary redundancy program
Microsoft has announced the implementation of a voluntary separation program, a first for the group, amid a broader technological shift driven by the rise of artificial intelligence. The scheme could affect up to 7% of its US workforce and targets employees at or below the senior director level, subject to seniority and age requirements. Details will be communicated to eligible employees starting May 7.
April 23, 2026 at 01:47 pm
Microsoft launches an unprecedented voluntary departure program
Microsoft announced the rollout of a voluntary departure program, a first for the company, as the technology sector undergoes a transformation driven by the rise of artificial intelligence. The plan could cover up to 7% of the U.S. workforce and targets employees whose management level does not exceed senior director, subject to tenure and age requirements. Details will be shared with eligible employees starting May 7.
April 23, 2026 at 01:10 pm
United Rentals Lifts Guidance on Mega-Project Tailwinds
United Rentals has posted a record Q1, driven by robust demand for rental equipment relating to large-scale construction and industrial projects. In particular the is benefiting from the surge in data center development required for artificial intelligence, which is fueling activity across the United States. Against this backdrop, the company raised its full-year guidance, now forecasting revenue between $16.9bn and $17.4bn. Following this announcement, the stock soared nearly 22% during trading in New York.
April 23, 2026 at 12:47 pm
United Rentals lifts its outlook on major projects
United Rentals posted a record first quarter, supported by strong demand for rental equipment tied to major construction and industrial projects. The group is benefiting in particular from the boom in data centers needed to develop artificial intelligence, which is driving activity in the United States. Against this backdrop, the company raised its full-year guidance, now expecting revenue between $16.9bn and $17.4bn. Following the announcement, the stock is up nearly 22% in U.S. trading.
April 23, 2026 at 12:13 pm
Molina Healthcare beats expectations on disciplined cost management
Molina Healthcare has reported Q1 results that exceeded expectations, bolstered by effective medical cost management. The group posted adjusted EPS of $2.35, compared to the $1.92 anticipated by analysts, sending the stock up more than 14% during trading. This performance was driven notably by an increase in enrollment in its state-funded plans, boosting premium revenue.
April 23, 2026 at 11:49 am
Shareholders approve Paramount takeover of Warner Bros Discovery
WBD shareholders have greenlit the proposed acquisition of the group by Paramount Skydance, marking a decisive milestone in the sale process. The accepted offer stands at $31 per share and covers all operations, including the CNN, TNT, and Discovery networks, the HBO Max platform, and the Warner Bros. studio. This decision follows months of negotiations and competition, notably from Netflix and Comcast, amid intense consolidation within the media sector.
April 23, 2026 at 11:42 am
Molina Healthcare tops expectations thanks to disciplined cost control
Molina Healthcare posted better-than-expected first-quarter results, supported by effective management of medical costs. The group reported adjusted earnings of $2.35 per share, versus the $1.92 expected by analysts, sending the stock up more than 14% during the session. The performance was driven in particular by an increase in members enrolled in its state-funded plans, boosting premium revenue.
April 23, 2026 at 11:31 am
Shareholders Approve Paramount's Purchase of Warner Bros Discovery
WBD shareholders have approved Paramount Skydance's plan to acquire the group, a decisive step in the sale process. The winning bid values the company at $31 per share and covers all operations, including CNN, TNT and Discovery, the HBO Max platform, and the Warner Bros studio. The decision follows several months of negotiations and rival bids, notably from Netflix and Comcast, against a backdrop of rapid consolidation across the media industry.
April 23, 2026 at 11:05 am
ServiceNow shares slide despite earnings beat
ServiceNow reported quarterly results that slightly beat expectations, although its stock tumbled over 12% in after-hours trading as investors grew concerned over the impact of the Middle East conflict on its operations. The group posted adjusted EPS of 97 cents, just beating the 96 cents anticipated, on revenue of $3.77bn, up 22% y-o-y. Net income reached $469m, marking a slight increase.
April 23, 2026 at 02:37 am
IBM shares slide despite earnings beat
IBM reported quarterly results that topped expectations - both at the top and bottom lines, although the decision to maintain its FY guidance left investors disappointed. The group posted adjusted EPS of $1.91, beating the $1.81 anticipated, on revenue of $15.92bn, up 9% y-o-y. Despite this performance, the stock fell significantly (about 6%) in after-hours trading, as markets had been pricing in an upward revision to the company's outlook.
April 23, 2026 at 02:31 am
Tesla posts mixed Q1 results
Tesla reported a mixed set of Q1 results, with earnings beating expectations, despite revenue falling short. The group posted adjusted EPS of 41 cents, above the 37 cents anticipated by analysts, while revenue came in at $22.39bn, shy of the $22.64bn forecast. Notwithstanding the top-line disappointment, the stock climbed over 3% in after-hours trading.
April 23, 2026 at 02:24 am
ServiceNow hit in the stock market despite results topping expectations
ServiceNow posted quarterly results slightly ahead of expectations, but its shares were down more than 12% in after-hours trading, as investors worried about the impact of the conflict in the Middle East on its business. The company reported adjusted earnings of 97 cents a share, versus 96 cents expected, on revenue of $3.77bn, up 22% year over year. Net income reached $469m, up slightly.
April 22, 2026 at 05:09 pm
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