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Reuters Reported UnitedHealth Group Agreed To Sell South American Unit Banmedica To Patria Investments For $1B, With Final Agreement Signed Saturday, Announcement Expected Monday

Auto Industry Faces 'EV Winter' Amid Policy Shifts and Supply Chain Woes

The US auto industry is experiencing a significant decline in electric vehicle (EV) sales, with a nearly 49% drop in October following the discontinuation of a $7,500 tax credit. Major automakers like Ford, Tesla, General Motors, and Rivian are adjusting their strategies, leading to layoffs and the withdrawal of some electric models from the market. Additionally, ongoing supply chain disruptions, including a chip shortage and issues with a key supplier, are exacerbating the situation. Despite these challenges, Tesla remains optimistic, launching lower-cost vehicle versions to mitigate the impact of the tax credit loss.

OPEC And Non-OPEC Participants Earlier On Sunday, Reaffirmed Crude Oil Production Levels Agreed At 38th Ministerial Meeting Through 31 December 2026

OPEC and non-OPEC participants have reaffirmed their commitment to the crude oil production levels established during the 38th Ministerial Meeting, which will remain in effect until December 31, 2026. This decision aims to stabilize the oil market and ensure consistent supply. The reaffirmation may impact oil prices and market dynamics moving forward.

Burlington Stores, Oracle, Nutanix Are Among Top 10 Large Cap Losers Last Week (Nov. 24-Nov. 28): Are the Others in Your Portfolio?

Nutanix, Inc. experienced an 18.06% decline last week after reporting disappointing first-quarter sales and lowering its second-quarter guidance, prompting analysts to cut their price forecasts. Burlington Stores, Inc. fell 11.09% due to mixed third-quarter results and decreased store traffic post back-to-school season. Oracle Corporation saw a 2.58% decrease with a lowered price forecast from $300 to $200 by DA Davidson analyst. Overall, these companies were among the top ten large-cap stock losers during the week of November 24-28.

Consumer Tech News (Nov 24-28): Lawmakers Target Meta Over Alleged Fraudulent Ads, U.S. Pushes Taiwan To Boost Chipmaking Investment In America & More

U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Josh Hawley have called for an investigation into Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: META) over allegations that the company profited from fraudulent advertisements on its platforms. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is urging Taiwan to increase investments in U.S. chipmaking and train American workers as part of a broader trade strategy. Additionally, Chinese President Xi Jinping noted positive momentum in U.S.-China trade relations following a phone call with President Trump.

Veteran Analyst Says US Equities Set For Early Santa Claus Rally Amid Signs Of Holiday Cheer

Veteran analyst Ed Yardeni predicts an early Santa Claus rally for U.S. equities, citing a recovery in the stock market with the Dow Jones up over 4%, S&P 500 nearly 5%, and Nasdaq around 6% during the Thanksgiving week. Alphabet Inc. saw its stock rise nearly 8% following the announcement of its new language model, Gemini 3, while Nvidia Corp.'s stock fell over 2%. Additionally, NY Fed President John Williams hinted at a potential interest rate cut, further boosting investor confidence.

Apple's Tim Cook Hints At Best Quarter Ever, Steve Jobs' Unique Employee Investment And More: This Week In Appleverse

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) is projected to have its best first quarter ever, following strong fourth-quarter performance driven by the iPhone 17 launch. The company is also set to reclaim its title as the world's largest smartphone maker for the first time in 14 years, with sales exceeding analysts' expectations. Additionally, Apple has confirmed that its Apple Ads and Apple Maps meet the Digital Markets Act thresholds, which could lead to regulatory scrutiny under EU competition laws.

Tesla Is Hiring AI, Chip Engineers As Custom Chip Production Expands

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) is expanding its custom chip production by hiring silicon module process engineers in Austin and Palo Alto, focusing on various chip manufacturing processes. CEO Elon Musk emphasized the need for candidates skilled in AI and semiconductor engineering. Over the past six months, Tesla's stock has increased by 25.53%, with a current market capitalization of $1.35 trillion and a trading range of $214.25 to $488.54.

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FDA's Prasad Cites Alleged Child COVID Shot Deaths in Push for Stricter Rules

The FDA's top vaccine regulator, Vinay Prasad, is advocating for stricter approval standards for vaccines following an internal safety review that reportedly linked at least 10 child deaths to COVID-19 vaccinations. The proposed changes would require larger trials demonstrating real-world effectiveness, potentially slowing vaccine development timelines and impacting companies like Pfizer and Moderna. Prasad's memo suggests a significant shift in the FDA's approach to vaccine safety, which could lead to extensive revisions in vaccination guidelines.