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U.S. GDP Trends, Qualcomm Challenges, and Yum Brands' Growth
In episode 94, Michelle provides an overview of the U.S. economy, focusing on the recent GDP contraction and its implications for trade dynamics. The episode then examines Qualcomm's financial update, discussing the factors behind its stock drop and revenue challenges. Michelle also covers Yum Brands' latest earnings report, highlighting its performance and growth strategies. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a reminder to follow the podcast for ongoing financial insights and updates.
Key Points
- The U.S. GDP contracted by an annualized rate of 0.3 percent in the first quarter of 2025, primarily due to a significant spike in imports.
- Qualcomm's stock fell by 4.7 percent after the company reported lower-than-expected revenue and cited ongoing tariff uncertainties as a challenge.
- Yum Brands reported strong first-quarter results with a 5.5 percent increase in global same-store sales, led by Taco Bell's 8.0 percent growth.
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