U.S. refiner Valero posts highest quarterly profit since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, beats estimates

Valero Energy Thursday reported its highest quarterly profit since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 and beat Wall Street expectations, as oil market disruptions in the Middle East increased demand for U.S. fuel exports and sent its refining margins soaring.

Event contracts revenue rose more than 10x year-over-year to $156 million, helping drive a 32% gain in total net revenues

Robinhood beat analyst expectations on several fronts though crypto revenue fell significantly.

Robinhood beats quarterly profit estimates as trading activity remains robust  Reuters

Microsoft has posted strong quarterly earnings, surpassing expectations with significant growth in its cloud computing platform and a boost in paid AI users

Microsoft has posted strong quarterly earnings, surpassing expectations with significant growth in its cloud computing platform and a boost in paid AI users

Microsoft beats Wall Street expectations with $90B in revenue  AP News

FILE PHOTO: The logo of Robinhood Markets, Inc. is seen at a pop-up event on Wall Street after the company's IPO in New York City, U.S., July 29, 2021. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/File Photo 30 Jul 2026 04:12AM (Updated: 30 Jul 2026 04:15AM) July 29 : Robinhood Markets posted a rise in second-quarter profit on Wednesday, as v

Microsoft Beats Wall Street Expectations, With 31% Jump in Profits  WSJ

Swiss bank UBS posted significantly higher earnings in the second quarter of 2026. However, given the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the debate on stricter capital requirements in Switzerland, the major bank is taking a cautious approach to its timetable for further share buybacks. +Get the most important news from Sw

Apple's market value briefly exceeded five trillion dollars on Tuesday. This milestone was achieved after the company regained its position as the world's most valuable public company. Unlike rivals, Apple rents AI infrastructure, preserving its strong cash flow. This strategy contrasts with competitors facing incre

When the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones Industrial Average hit record highs in early July, US President Donald Trump hailed it as evidence of America’s economic revival. “This is WINNING. The Golden Age of America is beginning – and we are just getting started,” he wrote in a social media post on July 4, the 250th anniv