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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says software is the ‘most malleable resource’ to combat ‘any type of inflationary pressure’

May 1, 2025 by DON

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is doubling down on the $2.9 trillion software giant’s customer-first strategy amid economic challenges like inflation and growth. Nadella said the company will focus on customers first, which will ultimately fuel Microsoft’s rise. Microsoft stock rose more than 7.7% in after-hours trading Wednesday, and is up more than 1.5% from a … Read more

FedEx (FDX): Uncertain demand environment and inflationary pressures dampen outlook

March 21, 2025 by DON

Shares of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) were down 6% on Friday after the company reported its earnings results for the third quarter of 2025 and lowered its outlook for the full year. The cargo giant faced a challenging operating environment during the quarter, which it sees persisting for the remainder of the year, thereby leading … Read more

Swiss National Bank makes quarter-point interest rate cut, cites ‘low inflationary pressure’

March 20, 2025 by DON

The Swiss National Bank (SNB) in Bern, Switzerland, on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. Stefan Wermuth | Bloomberg | Getty Images The Swiss National bank on Thursday trimmed its key interest rate by a further 25 basis points as the country’s economy grapples with depressed inflation. “With today’s rate adjustment, the SNB is ensuring that monetary … Read more

Southwest Airlines (LUV) anticipates strong travel demand as well as inflationary pressures

January 30, 2025 by DON

Shares of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) dropped over 1% on Thursday, after the company delivered mixed results for the fourth quarter of 2024. Earnings beat estimates while revenue missed the mark. The airline benefited from strong travel demand which is anticipated to continue into the coming quarter. Mixed results Southwest’s operating revenue rose nearly … Read more