Strong Earnings Lift Markets Despite Tech Disappointments
- European and U.S. stock markets rose on strong corporate earnings results and economic data though tech giants issued lackluster forecasts.
- Companies like Deutsche Bank, Barclays, AstraZeneca, and Unilever beat earnings expectations though Amazon and Snap fell short on revenue.
- Intel reported its largest quarterly loss but shares still rose as the results beat forecasts while Pinterest plunged on its guidance.
- Exxon and Chevron profits declined but still topped estimates, boosting their shares.
- First Republic Bank fell sharply amid concerns it may face receivership though results otherwise indicated a strong recovery for major companies.