President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, meant to boost American jobs and revenue, are driving major exporters in Brazil and India toward China while U.S. consumers face looming price hikes.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Brazil Coffee Exporters Turn To China After 50% US Tariff</h2>



Brazil, the world's largest coffee supplier, was hit with a 50% U.S. import tax, prompting exporters to redirect shipments to China's growing cafe market, as reported <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gzrqd4pdjo">by</a> BBC News on Friday.&nbsp;



"If the tariffs are meant to weaken Brazil, in reality, it is pushing sellers closer to China," said Hugo Portes, a global coffee trader.&nbsp;



More than 180 Brazilian coffee firms recently registered to export to China, an "unprecedented" shift, according to Portes.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">India's Seafood And Tea Producers Diversify Amid US Trade Pressures</h2>



Indian exporters of tea and seafood are also adjusting after Washington<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/08/46954702/india-is-ready-for-it-says-pm-narendra-modi-on-trumps-tariff-threats-will-never-compromise-on-farmer-interests"> imposed 50% tariffs and additional levies tied</a> to New Delhi's oil trade with Moscow.&nbsp;



"It will be a difficult time," said K.N. Raghavan of the Seafood Exporters Association of India, while adding that he was optimistic about securing new markets.&nbsp;



China and Europe are emerging as top alternatives for Indian producers, though exporters warn they could lose ground to cheaper African suppliers.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Downplays US-India Rift After Tariffs On Indian Goods</h2>



Trump downplayed tensions with India on Saturday, saying there was "nothing to worry about" in U.S.-India ties despite Washington imposing a 50% tariff on Indian goods over New Delhi's purchases of Russian energy. 



He insisted he remained friends with Prime Minister Narendra Modi but criticized Modi's engagement with Russia and China.



Modi welcomed Trump's remarks, stressing that India and the U.S. share a "forward-looking Comprehensive and Global Strategic Partnership." 



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">US Manufacturing Contracts As Tariffs Drive Up Costs</h2>



Trump's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/09/47452441/trump-tariffs-manufacturing-pmi-ism-activity-prices">tariff strategy backfired on U.S. manufacturing</a>, which shrank for the sixth straight month as companies reported rising costs, layoffs, and planning chaos. 



The Institute for Supply Management's August PMI came in at 48.7%, below the 50% threshold for expansion and weaker than expected.



While new orders ticked up slightly, production, employment, supplier deliveries, and inventories all deteriorated. 



Input prices rose and both imports and exports contracted. Business leaders directly blamed tariff policy for stagflation and uncertainty.



A transportation equipment executive said the industry was in worse shape than during the 2008–09 recession. Food and beverage companies have warned of higher costs due to Brazilian tariffs and USDA quota changes. 



Electronics and machinery firms said reshoring was stalling due to raw material inflation. One electrical equipment maker raised prices by 24%, laid off 15% of staff and froze hiring.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/09/47514252/trump-warns-foreign-chipmakers-build-in-us-or-we-will-be-putting-a-very-substantial-tariff">Other firms across hardware</a>, chemicals, and petroleum also cut forecasts, citing tariff-driven volatility.



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Trump's Global Tariffs Backfire: Brazil, India Shift Coffee, Seafood Exports To China—US Consumers Face Higher Prices

The U.S. labor market slowed sharply this summer, with August payrolls adding just 22,000 jobs after July's 79,000 and a downward <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/09/47531002/week-in-review-gold-sp500-labor-market-trump-fed-independence" rel="noreferrer noopener">June revision showing a 13,000 loss.</a>



The three-month average now stands at 29,000, virtually guaranteeing Federal Reserve rate cuts starting with a quarter-point move at the September 17 meeting, followed by more later this year.



Despite the weak jobs backdrop, Wall Street has stayed buoyant, pushing the S&amp;P 500 to fresh highs before a modest pullback, leaving the index up about 10% year-to-date.



Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/09/47537068/robinhood-enters-sp-500-marking-retail-tradings-shift-to-wall-street-core" rel="noreferrer noopener">Robinhood Enters S&amp;P 500, Marking Retail Trading&#8217;s Shift To Wall Street Core</a>



Gold has surged past $3,500, rising in seven of the last eight sessions and up 37% in 2025, on pace for its strongest <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/25/09/47536944/gold-explainer-2025-rally-federal-reserve-trump" rel="noreferrer noopener">annual run since 1978. </a>Investors are also positioning defensively, with safe-haven demand driven by both rate-cut expectations and political uncertainty over the Fed's independence under President Donald Trump.



Earnings



Nio (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) reported fiscal&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/09/g47443184/nio-inc-reports-unaudited-second-quarter-2025-financial-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">second-quarter r</a>evenue of 19.01 billion Chinese yuan&nbsp;($2.65 billion), up 9.0%&nbsp;year-over-year (Y/Y). The revenue <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/09/47445295/nio-lifts-deliveries-outlook-as-ceo-hints-at-suv-market-shakeup" rel="noreferrer noopener">grew by&nbsp;57.9%&nbsp;sequentially.</a>



Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) reported third-quarter revenue of $15.95 billion, beating&nbsp;analyst estimates of $15.83 billion,<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/09/47510899/broadcom-beats-q3-earnings-estimates-as-ai-revenue-growth-accelerates" rel="noreferrer noopener"> according to&nbsp;Benzinga Pro.&nbsp;</a>



Dollar Tree, Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLTR#NASDAQ">DLTR</a>) second-quarter sales increased 12.3% to $4.567 billion, beating the consensus of $4.484 billion. Same-store net sales increased 6.5%, driven by a 3% increase in traffic<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/09/47473483/dollar-tree-raises-outlook-but-tariff-pressures-spark-investor-selloff" rel="noreferrer noopener"> and a 3.4% increase in average ticket.</a>



Macy&#8217;s Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/M#NYSE">M</a>) reported better-than-expected&nbsp;second-quarter earnings&nbsp;and raised its fiscal outlook. Net sales reached $4.81 billion for the quarter, down 2.5% year over year, beating the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst-color/25/09/47507901/macys-new-fit-earnings-beat-outlook-raised-tariffs-pinch" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus of $4.76 billion.</a>



DocuSign, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) posted second-quarter earnings of 92 cents per share, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst-color/25/09/47529283/docusign-nears-post-reset-stability-amid-execution-market-gains" rel="noreferrer noopener">topping the consensus of 84 cents.</a>



DocuSign also raised its fiscal&nbsp;2026 revenue guidance&nbsp;to $3.19–3.20 billion, above the prior Street estimate of $3.16 billion.



lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) &nbsp;reported second-quarter revenue of $2.53 billion, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/09/47510629/lululemon-stock-tumbles-on-mixed-q2-earnings-lower-guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">missing the&nbsp;consensus estimate of $2.54 billion</a>.



Technology



Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) &nbsp;is reportedly developing its own artificial intelligence-powered web search tool, internally dubbed "World Knowledge Answers,"<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47536532/apple-plans-siri-ai-upgrade-to-outpace-perplexity-as-wall-street-pushes-30-billion-buyout-report" rel="noreferrer noopener"> for integration into Siri by 2026.</a>



Apple was hit with a class-action lawsuit on Friday alleging the tech giant illegally used copyrighted books without permission <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/09/47536273/apple-faces-class-action-lawsuit-over-reported-use-of-copyrighted-books-to-train-ai" rel="noreferrer noopener">to train its artificial intelligence systems.</a>



Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>)&nbsp;is&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/palantir" rel="noreferrer noopener">strengthening its role</a>&nbsp;in the U.S. industry by expanding key partnerships and scheduling <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47498885/palantir-deepens-industry-ties-as-lear-and-lumen-embrace-its-ai-platforms" rel="noreferrer noopener">its next central customer showcase.</a>



The company announced a five-year extension with&nbsp;Lear Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEA#NYSE">LEA</a>), a new collaboration with&nbsp;Lumen Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUMN#NYSE">LUMN</a>), and plans for its upcoming AIPCon 8 event in September 2025.



NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is paying $1.5 billion to rent its own chips – yes, the same GPUs it sold to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/08/47309490/supermicro-lambda-expand-ai-infrastructure-with-nvidia-blackwell-powered-servers" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lambda</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/08/47309490/supermicro-lambda-expand-ai-infrastructure-with-nvidia-blackwell-powered-servers" rel="noreferrer noopener">, a cloud startup it partly owns</a>.



Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROKU#NASDAQ">ROKU</a>)&nbsp;announced Friday that it has partnered with&nbsp;YouTube TV&nbsp;to bring live sports directly to its Sports Channel, enabling viewers to stream NFL and NBA games<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/entertainment/25/09/47526564/roku-boosts-streaming-options-as-youtube-tv-joins-sports-hub" rel="noreferrer noopener"> without switching between multiple apps.</a>



Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)&nbsp;CEO&nbsp;Mark Zuckerberg&nbsp;said on June 8, 2023, that his lessons from Jiu-Jitsu, including the willingness to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/06/32807615/how-mark-zuckerberg-harnesses-jiu-jitsu-to-run-meta-better-your-ability-to-keep-doing-interesting-th" rel="noreferrer noopener">embrace embarrassment</a>, helped him grow as a leader and<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47536617/mark-zuckerberg-used-jiu-jitsu-lessons-to-reinvent-himself-from-being-criticized-as-robotic-to-emerging-as-a-silicon-valley-power-player" rel="noreferrer noopener"> reshape both his image and his company&#8217;s direction.</a>



Artificial Intelligence



The artificial intelligence sector continues to attract significant venture capital despite broader economic uncertainties, with the past week seeing over $120 million invested <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/opinion/25/09/47501908/over-120-million-pours-into-ai-startups-across-new-frontiers" rel="noreferrer noopener">across a diverse range of AI startups.&nbsp;</a>



Jeff Bezos&#8217; Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)&nbsp;and&nbsp;Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>)-backed&nbsp;Anthropic&nbsp;agreed to pay $1.5 billion to settle a class-action lawsuit from authors who accused&nbsp;the artificial intelligence company&nbsp;of using their books without permission to<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/09/47535904/jeff-bezos-backed-anthropic-to-pay-1-5-billion-in-ai-copyright-settlement-with-authors-after-13-billion-funding-round" rel="noreferrer noopener"> train its Claude chatbot.</a>



HubSpot, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUBS#NYSE">HUBS</a>) unveiled over 200 product updates at its INBOUND 2025 event, pitching AI-driven growth initiatives but holding firm on its 2027 margin outlook, leaving investors<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/initiation/25/09/47506429/hubspot-ai-rollout-fails-to-ease-concerns-over-stagnant-margins" rel="noreferrer noopener"> weighing innovation against profitability.</a>



DeepSeek&nbsp;and MEITUAN (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPNGY#OTC">MPNGY</a>)&nbsp;are emerging as China&#8217;s strongest contenders in the escalating race to challenge&nbsp;OpenAI,&nbsp;Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), and&nbsp;Tencent Holding Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCEHY#OTC">TCEHY</a>)&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47517325/deepseek-and-meituan-emerge-as-chinas-boldest-ai-challengers" rel="noreferrer noopener">in global&nbsp;artificial intelligence.</a>



Automobile



BYD Co., Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>)&nbsp;has reportedly slashed the annual sales target for 2025<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/09/47492684/tesla-rival-byd-slashes-annual-sales-target-by-16-amid-profit-drop-report" rel="noreferrer noopener"> by 16% amid a decline in profits.</a>



Downloads for&nbsp;Tesla, Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)&nbsp;Robotaxi app on&nbsp;Apple&#8217;s&nbsp;App Store hit a record high amid proposed<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47516653/tesla-robotaxi-downloads-outpace-uber-by-40-on-apples-app-store-amid-ease-of-self-driving-regulations" rel="noreferrer noopener"> autonomous driving regulations.</a>



Tesla board of directors unveiled a striking new compensation plan for CEO&nbsp;Elon Musk&nbsp;that could be worth as much as $1 trillion, setting the stage for one of the largest pay packages<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47518118/tesla-board-unveils-900-billion-award-plan-that-could-put-elon-musk-on-trillionaire-track-if-company-hits-wild-targets" rel="noreferrer noopener"> ever seen in corporate America</a>.



Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LCID#NASDAQ">LCID</a>)&nbsp;has unveiled its&nbsp;latest global&nbsp;brand campaign, Driven, featuring Academy Award-nominated <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/09/47507740/what-going-on-with-lucid-group-stock-thursday" rel="noreferrer noopener">actor&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/09/47507740/what-going-on-with-lucid-group-stock-thursday" rel="noreferrer noopener">Timothée Chalamet.</a>



BMW Group and QUALCOMM Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>)&nbsp;have introduced Snapdragon Ride Pilot on Friday, a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/09/b47516893/qualcomm-and-bmw-group-unveil-groundbreaking-automated-driving-system-with-jointly-developed-softw" rel="noreferrer noopener">new automated driving platform</a>&nbsp;aimed at advancing safety and driver assistance.



WeRide Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WRD#NASDAQ">WRD</a>) has officially launched&nbsp;round-the-clock commercial operations of its mass-produced<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47493429/weride-rolls-out-24-7-driverless-robotaxi-service-in-guangzhous-huangpu-district" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Robotaxi GXR in Guangzhou's Huangpu District.</a>



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Consumer Tech News (September 1 – September 5): Apple AI Push, Palantir Expands Partnerships, Tesla Robotaxi Surge, NVIDIA's $1.5B Chip Deal

The weekend was a whirlwind of tech and political news, with major players like&nbsp;Elon Musk&nbsp;and&nbsp;President Donald Trump&nbsp;making headlines. From Musk&#8217;s missed White House invitation to Trump&#8217;s tariff warning to foreign chipmakers, the tech world was abuzz with developments. Let&#8217;s dive into the top stories.



Musk Misses White House Invite



Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO Elon Musk revealed that he was invited to a Rose Garden event at the White House but was unable to attend. The news came in response to a social media post questioning why Musk was not invited to the exclusive event, which saw the likes of Microsoft Corp founder Bill Gates and Meta Platforms Inc. CEO Mark Zuckerberg in attendance.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/09/47514535/amid-trumps-white-house-rose-garden-event-snub-elon-musk-says-he-was-invited-but-unfortunately-coul">Read the full article here.</a>



Trump&#8217;s Tariff Warning To Foreign Chipmakers



President Trump has issued a stern warning to foreign chipmakers, stating that his administration will impose tariffs on semiconductor imports from companies that have not committed to shifting production to the United States. The announcement came ahead of a White House dinner with major tech CEOs.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/09/47514252/trump-warns-foreign-chipmakers-build-in-us-or-we-will-be-putting-a-very-substantial">Read the full article here.</a>



See Also:&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.com/news/politics/25/09/47515533/trumps-transportation-secretary-sean-duffy-proposes-eased-regulations-for-autonomous-driving-americ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Trump&#8217;s Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Proposes Eased Regulations For Autonomous Driving: &#8216;America Must Lead&#8230;&#8217;</a>



Google Slapped With $425 Million Privacy Penalty



Alphabet Inc. has been ordered to pay $425 million after a federal jury ruled that Google violated user privacy by continuing to collect data even when account tracking settings were switched off. The verdict was delivered in a San Francisco federal court.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47490088/google-ordered-to-pay-425-million-in-privacy-class-action-company-says-data-was-nonpersonal-and-stored-securely">Read the full article here.</a>



Apple and Google Score Big in Antitrust Case



Shares of both Alphabet Inc and&nbsp;Apple Inc. are trading higher after a favorable ruling from a U.S. judge. Analysts have hailed the ruling as a &#8216;monster win&#8217; for both companies.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/09/47477245/apple-gets-home-run-ruling-in-google-antitrust-case-analyst-says-monster-win-for-both-mag-7-stocks">Read the full article here.</a>



Potential AI Partnership For Apple And Google



Following their courtroom victory, Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s Google should consider a new chapter in artificial intelligence collaboration with Apple Inc., according to Wedbush analyst Dan Ives. This comes after U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta ruled that Google will not be forced to divest core businesses or end its multibillion-dollar deal with Apple.



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Elon Musk Snubs Trump Event, Google Hit With $425 Million Privacy Payout, Dan Ives Sees Apple-Gemini AI 'Dream Scenario' — This Week In Tech

The U.S. government's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/25/02/43504956/what-president-trumps-expected-privatization-of-fannie-mae-and-freddie-mac-means-for-the-real-estate-industry">effort to privatize</a> Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac through a $30 billion IPO has prompted the Federal Housing Finance Agency to rehire employees it laid off earlier this year.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FHFA Rehires Key Economists And Executives Ahead Of Historic $30 Billion IPO</h2>



The FHFA, led by President Donald Trump&#8211;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/01/43040244/trump-taps-bill-pulte-to-lead-the-federal-housing-finance-agency">appointed director</a> Bill Pulte, had <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/politics/25/03/44436692/fannie-mae-freddie-mac-in-upheaval-as-trump-administration-considers-privatizing-mortgage-giants">cut roughly 30% of its workforce</a> in the spring and summer, including economists and board members of the mortgage giants.



Sources familiar with the matter said several of those employees have now been asked to return as the agency prepares for the historic share sale, as reported <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/af4e199a-3c6f-4197-ae18-f1063abbcad5">by</a> the Financial Times on Saturday. &nbsp;



"There was a Nobel Prize winner on Fannie Mae's board that got fired," said a former executive who left earlier this year.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Board Shake-Ups And Aggressive Restructuring Fuel Investor Speculation</h2>



Pulte has also removed key Fannie and Freddie board members, including Freddie Mac CEO Diana Reid, as he pushes ahead with privatization.&nbsp;



People close to the FHFA believe the administration is aiming to complete the IPO before the 2026 midterm elections.&nbsp;



"Where President Trump looks, he finds money, and he's found money at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and we're gonna keep on making money for the benefit of Americans," Pulte <a href="https://www.foxbusiness.com/video/6378268540112">told</a> Fox Business.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FHFA Adopts VantageScore 4.0 And Trump's &#8216;MAGA&#8217; Merger Plan </h2>



Last month, the FHFA informed Fannie and Freddie that they <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/financing/25/08/46782440/fannie-freddie-set-stage-for-mortgage-credit-overhaul-with-vantagescore-4-0-but-lenders-urge-caution">could accept VantageScore 4.0, a credit model </a>that included on-time rent, utility, and telecom payments alongside the traditional FICO score. 



The move could potentially open the mortgage market to around five million first-time buyers, though lenders warned adoption would take time.



In a separate development, Trump hinted at merging <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/08/47025718/trump-contemplates-listing-a-unified-fannie-mae-and-freddie-mac-under-ticker-maga-bill-ackman-says-a-really-good-one">Fannie and Freddie into a new entity</a>, potentially trading under the name "MAGA," posting an image on social media suggesting a November 2025 listing for The Great American Mortgage Corporation. 



Hedge fund manager Bill Ackman said such a merger could lower mortgage rates, create operational synergies, and reduce government oversight costs.



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Trump's FHFA Rushes To Rehire Staff Amid $30 Billion Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac IPO, Sparking Investor Frenzy, Housing Market Concerns

The week was packed with news, and we&#8217;ve got it all covered. Here&#8217;s a quick roundup of the top Apple stories you might have missed.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Apple Expected To Raise iPhone Prices This Month Despite Tim Cook's Tariff Win</h3>



Despite Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) CEO Tim Cook&#8216;s successful handling of the tariff issue with the Trump administration, the company is anticipated to raise the prices of its new iPhones. The price hike is expected to be announced on Tuesday, September 9.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47492682/tim-cook-dodged-trumps-tariffs-but-apple-still-expected-to-raise-iphone-prices-this-month">Read the full article here.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Apple&#8217;s AI Story Could Finally Take Off, Says Gene Munster</h3>



Apple could be on the brink of a significant AI breakthrough. Gene Munster, the managing partner at Deepwater Asset Management, believes that Apple&#8217;s AI growth could finally take off. This comes after a Bloomberg report revealed that Apple is working on its own AI-powered search tool, set to launch in 2026.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47515140/apples-ai-story-could-finally-take-off-says-gene-munster-as-siri-gets-google-powered-upgrade-is-the-bar-about-to-be-raised">Read the full article here.</a>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ross Gerber Slams Warren Buffett's Apple Exit</h3>



Ross Gerber, the CEO of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, has dismissed comparisons between the current AI boom and the dot-com bubble. He also criticized Warren Buffett for reducing his stake in Apple. Gerber argues that the current AI boom may not be as unsustainable as it seems.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/09/47520353/ross-gerber-slams-warren-buffetts-apple-exit-rejects-ai-bubble-comparisons-as-dumb-doubts-over-tech-growth-swirl">Read the full article here.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Apple Faces Class-Action Lawsuit </h3>



Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit for allegedly using copyrighted books without permission to train its artificial intelligence systems. Authors Grady Hendrix and Jennifer Roberson filed the complaint in a Northern California federal court, claiming that Apple copied protected works without consent, credit, or compensation.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/09/47536273/apple-faces-class-action-lawsuit-over-reported-use-of-copyrighted-books-to-train-ai">Read the full article here.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Apple Plans Siri AI Upgrade To Outpace Perplexity</h3>



Apple is reportedly developing its own artificial intelligence-powered web search tool, internally dubbed "World Knowledge Answers," for integration into Siri by 2026.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47536532/apple-plans-siri-ai-upgrade-to-outpace-perplexity-as-wall-street-pushes-30-billion-buyout-report">Read the full article here.</a>



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Tech

iPhone Price Hike, Siri AI Upgrades, Buffett Criticism And More: This Week In Appleverse

The past week has been a whirlwind in the world of cryptocurrency, with the Donald Trump family making significant strides in the sector. From Eric Trump&#8217;s involvement in a Japanese Bitcoin treasury firm to the family&#8217;s wealth skyrocketing due to a successful crypto trading debut, the Trumps have been making headlines.



Meanwhile, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has been reaping the benefits of her Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) ETF investment, and billionaire Ray Dalio has expressed optimism about the future of cryptocurrencies. Here&#8217;s a recap of the top stories.



Eric Trump&#8217;s Japanese Bitcoin Venture



Eric Trump, son of U.S. President Donald Trump, is set to attend a shareholder meeting for Japanese Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet in Tokyo. This move is part of the Trump family&#8217;s growing international crypto ventures.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47433728/eric-trump-to-attend-shareholder-meeting-of-a-company-in-japan-that-is-emulating-michael-sa">Read the full article here.</a>



Trump Family&#8217;s Crypto Bailout Concerns



Economist Justin Wolfers raised concerns about a potential federal bailout if the Trump family-promoted cryptocurrency ventures fail. The Trump family&#8217;s reported $5 billion windfall from the recent launch of World Liberty Financial (WLFI) token has been a major source of the president&#8217;s wealth.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/09/47493795/trump-will-put-together-a-pure-grifter-bailout-if-family-backed-crypto-ventures-fail-says-e">Read the full article here.</a>



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Marjorie Taylor Greene&#8217;s Bitcoin ETF Investment



Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) has added considerable Bitcoin exposure to her investment portfolio in 2025, making strategic purchases into the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF IBIT. The stock rose 13% over the next two weeks following her investment.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/08/47432207/marjorie-taylor-greene-put-money-in-blackrocks-bitcoin-etf-this-year-heres-how-her-returns-">Read the full article here.</a>



Trump Family&#8217;s Wealth Jumps $5 Billion



The Trump family has reportedly seen a staggering $5 billion increase in their paper wealth following the trading debut of their flagship crypto venture's new digital currency. The family owns nearly a quarter of all WLFI tokens, making it potentially their most valuable asset.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/09/47445221/trump-familys-wealth-jumps-5-billion-after-wlfi-cryptos-robust-trading-debut-in-open-market-report">Read the full article here.</a>



Ray Dalio&#8217;s Crypto Optimism



Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio expressed optimism about the prospect of cryptocurrencies becoming an "attractive alternative" to struggling fiat currencies. Dalio was asked if cryptocurrencies could "meaningfully" replace the dollar during an interview with the Financial Times.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/09/47514914/ray-dalio-says-crypto-could-be-an-attractive-alternative-as-fiat-money-will-struggle-as-effective-storeholds-of-wealth">Read the full article here.</a>



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Marjorie Taylor Greene's Bitcoin ETF Bet, Ray Dalio Warns As Fiat Weakens, Eric Trump Joins Japan Firm's BTC Push — This Week In Crypto

The week saw a series of events that could have a significant impact on the financial markets. From the stock market&#8217;s shaky start to September to a veteran economist&#8217;s dire warning, here&#8217;s a quick recap of the weekend&#8217;s most crucial financial news.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Markets Slide Amid Tariffs, Rate Cut Bets</h2>



The stock market began September on a weak note, with U.S. stock futures tumbling on Tuesday. This drop followed Friday&#8217;s negative movements, with futures of major benchmark indices trading lower. President Donald Trump cautioned that a record $15 trillion in planned U.S. investments would be &#8220;immediately cancelled&#8221; if courts strike down his tariff policies.&nbsp;



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/09/47443459/stock-market-today-dow-nasdaq-futures-slide-to-kick-off-september-on-a-weak-note-nio-signet-zscaler-in-focus">Read the full article.</a>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Veteran Economist Warns Of Global Collapse</h2>



Economist Fred Harrison, known for accurately forecasting the 2008 financial crisis, warned about converging crises that could create chaos. The 81-year-old veteran economist, who played a key role in forming Russian economic policy after the fall of the USSR, described the situation as something he&#8217;s &#8220;never experienced in my lifetime.&#8221;&nbsp;



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/09/47468473/veteran-economist-warns-about-converging-crises-worse-than-2008">Read the full article.</a>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump's Tariffs Now Seen As Fiscal Lifeline</h2>



President Donald Trump&#8216;s controversial tariffs have emerged as a financial boon, shielding the U.S. from the recent global bond market turmoil. Initially a cause for concern, the tariffs are now viewed as a crucial element of Washington&#8217;s financial stability. This shift in perspective has helped the U.S. avoid the worst of the recent government bond market sell-off.&nbsp;



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/09/47515996/trumps-tariffs-now-a-financial-boon-shielding-us-from-global-bond-market-sell-off-say-analysts-forget-the-economic-justification">Read the full article.</a>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Markets Tumble, VIX Spikes, Gold Soars</h2>



Wall Street stumbled on Tuesday, with broad losses by midday in New York as investors turned risk-off amid mounting concerns over lofty valuations, seasonal headwinds, and fiscal strains. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) — Wall Street&#8217;s &#8220;fear gauge&#8221; — surged nearly 20% to 19.2, marking its third consecutive advance.&nbsp;



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/09/47455549/market-today-wallstreet-tuesday-gold-vix-nvidia-bitcoin-performance">Read the full article.</a>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Wall Street Rallies On Weak Jobs Data &amp; Fed Rate Cut Bets</h2>



Risk appetite returned to Wall Street on Thursday, as signs of labor market cooling in August cemented expectations that the Federal Reserve will begin cutting interest rates at its Sept. 17 meeting. The ADP National Employment Report showed just 54,000 jobs were added in August, a steep decline from 106,000 in July and well below the 65,000 median forecast.&nbsp;



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Economics

Trump's Tariffs, Wall Street's Fear Gauge And A Veteran Economist's Dire Warning: This Week In Economy

The U.S. labor market hit the brakes hard this summer, showing cracks not seen since the pandemic. In August, nonfarm payrolls rose by just 22,000—down from July's weak 79,000 gain—and June was revised to show a net loss of 13,000 jobs, the worst monthly<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/09/47519931/august-employment-report-nonfarm-payrolls-wall-street-friday-interest-rate-cuts"> print since December 2020.</a>



The three-month average now sits at 29,000, a level so low that it virtually seals the case for Federal Reserve rate cuts. The first move is widely expected to come at the September 17 meeting with a 25-basis-point reduction, followed by additional cuts in October and December.



Lower-rate expectations are keeping Wall Street upbeat, even as the labor market stagnates. Seasonality fears—since September has historically been a rough month for stocks—were brushed aside as the S&amp;P 500 broke to fresh record highs on Thursday before a mild pullback on Friday. Year-to-date, the index is still up about 10%.



Gold, meanwhile, is in a league of its own. The precious metal smashed through the $3,500 barrier that had capped prices since April, logging gains in seven of the past eight sessions. Up 37% so far this year, gold is on track for its best annual performance since 1978.



Beyond rate-cut tailwinds, investors appear to be hedging against extreme scenarios, chief among them the risk that the Federal Reserve's independence could come under political pressure from President Donald Trump. While still a remote possibility, the uncertainty has been enough to fuel persistent safe-haven demand.



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At the sector level, cyclical stocks lagged, with energy, industrials and financials ending the week in the red. Communication services outperformed, driven by a 9% surge in Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), its best week since April 2024, after a U.S. federal judge ruled against breaking up Google's core platforms in a major antitrust case.



Detroit automakers struggled. As of Friday midday trading, General Motors Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) were each down 0.5% for the week, while Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>) tumbled more than 5%.



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Job Market Cracks, Fed Steps In, Wall Street Cheers: This Week In Markets

The past week has been a whirlwind of activity in the automotive and tech sectors. From eased regulations for autonomous driving to the sale of higher ethanol-blended fuel and record-breaking sales of electric vehicles, there&#8217;s a lot to catch up on. Here&#8217;s a quick round-up of the top stories that made headlines over the weekend.



Trump&#8217;s Transportation Secretary Proposes Eased Regulations



Sean Duffy, the Transportation Secretary under President Donald Trump, has proposed easing regulatory hurdles for autonomous driving in the U.S. Duffy stated that the &#8220;rules of the road need to be updated to fit the realities of the 21st century,&#8221; and that the changes would &#8220;eliminate redundant requirements.&#8221; This comes amid a domestic Robotaxi push.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/09/47515533/trumps-transportation-secretary-sean-duffy-proposes-eased-regulations-for-autonomous-driving-americ">Read the full article here.</a>



California State Senate Votes To Allow Sale Of Higher Ethanol-Blended Fuel



As President Donald Trump relaxes emissions norms in the U.S., lawmakers in California have voted to allow sales of Ethanol-blended fuel in the state. California will allow sales of E15 gasoline, which contains 15% Ethanol, as soon as Governor Gavin Newsom signs the bill into law.



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Tesla Model Y L Averaging Over 10,000 Daily Orders Since Launch



Tesla Inc. has reportedly received over 120,000 orders for the Model Y L SUV in China since its launch last month. The company is averaging nearly 10,000 orders for the Model Y L SUV per day, according to a Tesla sales personnel in China.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/09/47493268/tesla-model-y-l-averaging-over-10000-daily-orders-since-launch-received-120000-orders-to-date-report">Read the full article here.</a>



Elon Musk&#8217;s Tesla Receives 600 Orders In India, Falling Short Of Expectations



Tesla Inc. has secured just over 600 car orders since its mid-July sales launch in India, not meeting its own projections. The company now plans to ship 350 to 500 cars to India this year, falling short of its quota of 2,500 cars.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47442591/elon-musks-tesla-receives-600-orders-in-india-falling-short-of-expectations-report">Read the full article here.</a>



GM Says &#8216;Irrational Discounts&#8217; On EVs Ending As Company Reports Record Sales



General Motors Co. expects EV sales to decline after President Donald Trump&#8217;s September 30 deadline for $7,500 Federal EV Credit, anticipating an end to heavy discounts on all-electric vehicles in the U.S. The company reached record monthly sales of 21,000 EVs from all of GM&#8217;s brands in the U.S. during August, positioning it as the #2 EV maker in the country.



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Trump's Transport Chief Eases Autonomous Rules, Tesla Y L Orders Top 120K, GM Ends EV Discounts — This Week In Mobility

It&#8217;s been a whirlwind of a week in the world of politics and finance. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories that made headlines over the weekend.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Warns Of $15T Investment Cancellation</h3>



President Donald Trump cautioned that a potential $15 trillion investment in the U.S. could be &#8220;immediately cancelled&#8221; if his tariff policies are struck down by the courts. The President expressed his concerns on the Truth Social platform, emphasizing the potential detrimental impact on the American economy.



&#8220;We would become a Third World Nation, with no hope of GREATNESS again,&#8221; Trump wrote.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/09/47435355/donald-trump-says-15-trillion-investment-in-us-will-be-immediately-cancelled-if-courts-strike-down-tariffs-would-become-a-third-world-nation">Read the full article here.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">McConnell Compares Tariff Era To 1930s</h3>



Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) drew parallels between the current economic climate and the 1930s, citing the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 and the isolationist &#8220;America First&#8221; policies of President Herbert Hoover. He referred to this period as &#8220;the most dangerous since before World War Two.&#8221;



&#8220;There&#8217;s certain similarities right now to the &#8217;30s. Herbert Hoover signed the Smoot-Hawley tariff bill in 1930, widely believed by historians and economists to have taken the depression worldwide,&#8221; McConnell said.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/09/47492041/mitch-mcconnell-says-trump-tariffs-ushered-era-has-similarities-with-the-1930s-this-is-the-most-dangerous-period-since-before-world-war-two">Read the full article here.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Targets Windmills, Claims Prices Are Down</h3>



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President Donald Trump asserted that prices in the U.S. are &#8220;way down,&#8221; attributing this to falling energy costs and the impact of tariffs on the economy. He also criticized &#8220;corrupt politician-approved ‘Windmills&#8217; as detrimental to states and countries using them.



Trump wrote on Truth Social, &#8220;All of this despite magnificent Tariffs, which are bringing in Trillions of Dollars from Countries that took total advantage of us, for decades, and are making America STRONG and RESPECTED AGAIN!!!&#8221;



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/09/47434451/trump-says-prices-are-way-down-with-virtually-no-inflation-targets-windmills-again">Read the full article here.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Musk Snubbed At White House Event</h3>



Elon Musk, CEO of&nbsp;Tesla Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), revealed that he was invited to a White House event by President Donald Trump but couldn&#8217;t attend. This comes after Musk&#8217;s public criticism of the administration&#8217;s policies, particularly regarding the energy sector.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/09/47514535/amid-trumps-white-house-rose-garden-event-snub-elon-musk-says-he-was-invited-but-unfortunately-could-not-attend">Read the full article here.</a>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Cuban Warns Musk Of Fallout</h3>



Billionaire Mark Cuban issued a cautionary message to Elon Musk, suggesting that their recent public falling out with President Donald Trump could lead to less favorable policies for Musk&#8217;s companies, including&nbsp;SpaceX&nbsp;and&nbsp;Tesla Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>).



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Trump Warns Of $15 Trillion Investment Cancellation, Mcconnell Compares Tariff Era To 1930s And More: This Week In Politics

These ten large-cap stocks were the worst performers last week. Are they a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" rel="noreferrer noopener">part of your portfolio</a>?



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<li>Figma, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIG#NYSE">FIG</a>) stock lost 21.82% last week after the company reported mixed Q2 financial results. Also multiple analysts decreased the price forecasts on the stock.</li>



<li>lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) stock lost 17.99% this week after the company lowered FY25 guidance. Multiple analysts downgraded the stock.</li>



<li>Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>) stock fell 1.78% this week after competitor Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) delivered strong quarterly earnings. Marvell seeks to challenge Broadcom's market dominance by concentrating on high-performance data center networking, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/large-cap/25/08/47432155/marvell-technology-ebay-and-dexcom-are-among-top-10-large-cap-losers-last-week-august-25-august-29-are-the-others-in-your-portfolio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">custom AI silicon, and optical interconnects.</a></li>



<li>Duolingo, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUOL#NASDAQ">DUOL</a>) stock fell 15.2% this week.</li>



<li>MP Materials Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MP#NYSE">MP</a>) stock decreased 15.6% this week.</li>



<li>AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>) stock fell 12.69% this week.</li>



<li>CoreWeave, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWV#NASDAQ">CRWV</a>) stock slumped 11,7% this week. The firm announced a definitive agreement to acquire OpenPipe Inc, a leading platform for training AI agents with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47527092/nvidias-1-5-billion-lambda-loop-looks-a-lot-like-coreweave-2-0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reinforcement learning (RL).</a></li>



<li>Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRCL#NYSE">CRCL</a>) stock fell 12.9% this week. The stock is caught in a broader market downturn fueled by a rise in Treasury yields.</li>



<li>Dutch Bros Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>) stock lost 9.97% this week.</li>



<li>Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AS#NYSE">AS</a>) stock fell 9.53% this week.</li>
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Figma And Lululemon Are Among Top 10 Large Cap Losers Last Week (September 1- September 5): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

Editor's Note: The headline has been updated to ensure accuracy.



These ten large-cap stocks were top performers last week. Are they a&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" rel="noreferrer noopener">part of your portfolio</a>?



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<li>United Therapeutics Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTHR#NASDAQ">UTHR</a>) stock gained 30.29% this week after the company announced that its TETON-2 study evaluating the use of nebulized Tyvaso Inhalation Solution for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis met its primary efficacy endpoint of demonstrating improvement in absolute forced vital <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/large-cap/25/09/47451902/why-is-united-therapeutics-stock-rallying-on-tuesday" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">capacity relative to placebo.</a></li>



<li>Ciena Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIEN#NYSE">CIEN</a>) gained 21.41% this week after the company reported<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/09/47525560/ciena-hits-record-high-orders-this-analyst-raises-forecasts-on-better-visibility" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> better-than-expected Q3 EPS and sales.</a></li>



<li>Guidewire Software, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GWRE#NYSE">GWRE</a>) stock gained 19.51% this week after the company reported fourth-quarter results above analyst estimates. Multiple analysts raised their<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/09/47528714/guidewire-software-samsara-zumiez-and-other-big-stocks-moving-higher-on-friday" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> price targets on the stock.</a></li>



<li>Wayfair Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</a>) gained 18.91% this week. Shares of furniture and housing-linked stocks are trading higher following weak August jobs data, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/08/47369448/cramer-blasts-trumps-furniture-tariffs-ship-has-sailed-for-the-american-sofa" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">which could fuel rate cut hopes.</a></li>



<li>EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SATS#NASDAQ">SATS</a>) stock gained 17.68% this week. The shares have been riding since signing a landmark $23 billion deal to sell a significant portion of its wireless spectrum portfolio to AT&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>)</li>



<li>Samsara Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IOT#NYSE">IOT</a>) gained 15.17% this week after the company reported better-than-expected Q2 financial results and issued Q3 guidance above estimates. Also, the company raised its FY26 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/09/47528714/guidewire-software-samsara-zumiez-and-other-big-stocks-moving-higher-on-friday" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">guidance above estimates.</a></li>



<li>BeOne Medicines Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ONC#NASDAQ">ONC</a>) gained 5% this week after the company last week announced topline results from a Phase 1/2 study of sonrotoclax in adult patients with relapsed/refractory mantle cell lymphoma, following treatment with a Bruton&#8217;s tyrosine kinase <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/health-care/25/08/47414435/beone-medicines-stock-gains-momentum-with-early-stage-trial-success-for-pretreated-lymphoma-patients" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">inhibitor and anti-CD20 therapy.</a></li>



<li>Exact Sciences Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXAS#NASDAQ">EXAS</a>) gained 14.36% this week.</li>



<li>Celestica, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLS#NYSE">CLS</a>) gained 15.01% this week.</li>



<li>Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) gained 5.20% this week. Multiple analysts<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47493703/alibaba-bytedance-defy-beijing-warnings-as-chinese-tech-titans-race-to-secure-nvidias-12000-h20-chips-eye-next-gen-b30a-at-double-the-price" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> raised their price forecasts on the stock.</a></li>
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Wayfair, United Therapeutics, And Ciena Are Among The Top 10 Large-Cap Gainers Last Week (Sep. 1-Sep.5): Are The Others In Your Portfolio? (CORRECTED)

Each week, Benzinga&#8217;s Stock Whisper Index uses a combination of proprietary data and pattern recognition to showcase five stocks that are just under the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-whisper-index" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">surface and deserve attention</a>.



Investors are constantly on the hunt for undervalued, under-followed and emerging stocks. With countless methods available to retail traders, the challenge often lies in sifting through the abundance of information to uncover new opportunities and understand why certain stocks should be of interest.



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Here's a look at the Benzinga Stock Whisper Index for the week ending September 5:



CAE Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAE#NYSE">CAE</a>): The training and aviation company saw increased interest from investors during the week with minimal news. The company <a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cae-inaugurates-central-european-flagship-business-aviation-training-centre-in-vienna-302546827.html">announced </a>the inauguration of its first business aviation training centers in Central Europe recently. The center features simulators for several large aircrafts and is said to be a helper with Europe's need for thousands of new pilots. In mid-Augusts the company reported first-quarter results that were missed with earnings per share inline and revenue missing analyst estimates. With the increased interest and the growth of training in Europe, the stock could be one to watch.



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Vipshop Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIPS#NYSE">VIPS</a>): The Chinese discount online retailer saw increased attention from investors during the week and shares traded higher by over 2% on the week. The company reported second-quarter earnings in mid-August with earnings per share and revenue beating consensus estimates. The company also guided for third-quarter revenue of $2.89 billion to $3.03 billion, ahead of Street guidance of $2.88 billion. The beat and strong guidance could send shares higher, with the stock already up 27% year-to-date in 2025.



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Nyxoah SA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NYXH#NASDAQ">NYXH</a>): The health technology company saw strong interest during the week with shares down nearly 8% on the week. In mid-August the company reported quarterly financial results and the commercial launch of its Genio System, which was recently approved by the FDA. Genio and the company's other developments target obstructive sleep apnea. One of the reasons for the increased interest from investors is likely the company's September calendar full of event presentations. The company's calendar in September includes the Wells Fargo Healthcare Conference, Cantor Global Healthcare Conference, Morgan Stanley Annual Global Healthcare Conference and the Baird's Global Healthcare Conference.



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UP Fintech Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TIGR#NASDAQ">TIGR</a>): Shares of the online brokerage company, which focuses on Chinese investors, fell on the week. The company recently<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/08/47367399/up-fintech-shares-drop-after-strong-q2-results-what-you-need-to-know"> reported second-quarter </a>financial results with a mix of positive and negative news. The company saw total revenue up 58.7% year-over-year. Total account balances and new funded customers also rose in the quarter on a year-over-year basis. On the negative side, the company saw expenses rise in the quarter and the announcement that a member of the Board of Directors is resigning. With shares up over 80% year-to-date, the stock may have sold off on some of the bad news and profit taking. The growth in accounts and trading volume could set the company up well for future quarters.



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Manchester United (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MANU#NYSE">MANU</a>): The English Premier League soccer team, which is publicly traded, saw strong interest from readers during the week. The company recently announced a new partnership with Coca-Cola that could show strength in branding deals and increased sponsorship revenue. The team recently kicked off a new EPL season with a 1-1-1 record and 9th place standing, as the team looks to improve on a rough 15th place finish in the last season. Likely helping interest in Manchester United is surging valuations for the sale of professional sports teams with the NFL's New York Giants valued at a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/sports/25/09/47505479/third-richest-woman-in-the-world-eyes-new-york-giants-stake-for-future-growth">reported $10 billion</a>.



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Benzinga examined the prospects for <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">many investors' favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories.



U.S. markets ended the week mixed as weak labor data underscored slowing momentum. August payrolls rose by only 22,000 jobs, with prior months revised lower, adding to pressure on the Federal Reserve ahead of its September 17 meeting. Meanwhile, the S&amp;P 500 remains near record highs despite the softening backdrop.



Safe-haven demand surged. Gold climbed past $3,500 an ounce, extending its 2025 rally to more than 37% amid investor doubts over Fed independence and growing political pressure from President Trump. Treasury yields eased as traders priced in a likely rate cut.



Looking to Sept. 8–12, markets will focus on upcoming inflation reports and Fed commentary. Futures now imply a 25-basis-point cut, though policymakers stress data dependence, leaving investor sentiment finely balanced.







Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week's most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.



The Bulls



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/09/47461832/alphabet-stock-hits-all-time-high-after-judge-issues-ruling-in-antitrust-case?utm_source=chatgpt.com">&#8220;Alphabet stock hits all-time high after judge issues ruling in antitrust case&#8221;</a>, by Adam Eckert, reports that Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) shares surged as U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta ruled that Google will not be required to divest its Chrome browser or Android operating system—though it must share search data with competitors—clearing a major overhang and pushing the stock to new record highs.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/09/47510899/broadcom-beats-q3-earnings-estimates-as-ai-revenue-growth-accelerates?utm_source=chatgpt.com">&#8220;Broadcom beats Q3 earnings estimates as AI revenue growth accelerates&#8221;</a>, by Adam Eckert, reports that Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) exceeded estimates in Q3—with $15.95 billion in revenue and $1.69 EPS—and saw AI-related revenue surge 63% to $5.2 billion, setting the stage for even stronger growth with a projected $6.2 billion in AI revenue for Q4.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/09/47501768/tesla-gets-some-good-news-in-china-finally-wholesale-sales-up-22-6">&#8220;Tesla gets some good news in China finally: wholesale sales up 22.6%&#8221;</a>, by Chris Katje, reports that Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) saw its August wholesale deliveries in China rise 22.6% from July to 83,192 units—marking its strongest month of 2025—even as year-over-year sales remained down about 4%, signaling a possible stabilization in demand and production from its Shanghai Gigafactory.



For additional bullish calls of the past week, check out the following:



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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/09/47510629/lululemon-stock-tumbles-on-mixed-q2-earnings-lower-guidance?utm_source=chatgpt.com">&#8220;Lululemon stock tumbles on mixed Q2 earnings, lower guidance&#8221;</a>, by Adam Eckert, reports that Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) shares fell sharply after the company delivered second-quarter revenue of $2.53 billion—just below the $2.54 billion consensus—and earnings of $3.10 per share, topping the $2.90 estimate; management then lowered its full-year guidance to revenue of $10.85–$11 billion and EPS of $12.77–$12.97, signaling headwinds ahead.



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/09/47486569/c3-ai-q1-earnings-revenue-miss-eps-miss-ceo-transition-completely-unacceptable?utm_source=chatgpt.com">&#8220;C3.ai Q1 earnings: Revenue miss, EPS miss, CEO transition — &#8216;Completely unacceptable'&#8221;</a>, by Adam Eckert, reports that C3.ai Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AI#NYSE">AI</a>) fell after reporting Q1 results with $70.26 million in revenue and an adjusted loss of 37 cents per share—both significantly below expectations—while announcing the appointment of Stephen Ehikian as CEO, as Executive Chair Tom Siebel called the quarter "completely unacceptable."



<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/25/09/47486392/figma-stock-plunges-on-q2-eps-miss-details?utm_source=chatgpt.com">&#8220;Figma stock plunges on Q2 EPS miss: Details&#8221;</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that Figma Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIG#NYSE">FIG</a>) dropped sharply after its second-quarter earnings showed a loss of $0.00 per share—missing the $0.18 expected—despite revenue of $249.64 million beating estimates of $228.2 million and a net dollar retention rate of 129% among high-revenue customers.



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