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U.S. equities were mixed on Thursday for the second day in a row, but the S&P 500 continued its recovery thanks to Cisco gains and tariff deal optimism.

Market-Moving News

Energy

Phillips 66 Announces $2.8B Retail Sale to Support Debt and Shareholder Plans

Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) has agreed to sell 65% of its retail marketing business in Germany and Austria to a consortium backed by Energy Equation Partners and Stonepeak.

The deal values the business at roughly $2.8 billion and is expected to close in the second half of 2025, pending regulatory approval.

This transaction includes 970 fuel stations, 843 of which are JET-branded. Phillips 66 will retain a 35% non-operated interest through a new joint venture structure. The company will also continue to supply fuel to the network under a long-term agreement from the MiRO refinery.

For shareholders, this move signals Phillips 66’s ongoing focus on simplifying its portfolio and returning value to investors.

The company expects about $1.6 billion in pre-tax cash proceeds, which it plans to use for debt reduction and shareholder returns.

This adds financial flexibility at a time when downstream operators are emphasizing capital discipline and efficiency over asset ownership in lower-margin regions.

The deal marks a significant shift in how Phillips 66 manages its European retail footprint while maintaining a supply relationship that supports refinery utilization. The transaction aligns with broader industry trends of asset-light models and cash redeployment.

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Media

Netflix Adds 20 Million New Users to Ad Tier as Streaming Profits Take Focus

Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) says its ad-supported plan has reached 94 million monthly active users, growing by over 20 million since November.

The $7.99-per-month tier is now one of the fastest-growing parts of Netflix’s business and is aimed at viewers who want to save money in exchange for watching ads.

The company says this plan reaches more 18–34-year-olds than any U.S. cable or broadcast network. That matters because this is the age group advertisers often care about most. As more people move away from traditional TV, Netflix appears to be capturing younger viewers at scale.

For investors, this signals Netflix is gaining real traction with a product that expands its audience and builds a new revenue stream.

We think the strong growth proves Netflix can make money from users even if they don’t pay for the higher-priced ad-free plans. That’s important as competition rises and pricing power flattens.

The ad business also gives Netflix more ways to grow without relying only on subscriber numbers. It may help reduce churn and boost profits, especially as the platform expands its global advertising efforts.

This update confirms Netflix is turning engagement into income, something Wall Street watches closely.

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Pharmaceuticals

Pfizer Joins Record U.S. Rush Into European Debt Market With $2.2B Sale

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) is raising $2.2 billion through a European bond sale, marking its first euro-denominated debt deal since 2017. The offering includes multiple maturities ranging from four to twenty years, giving the company long-term access to cheaper funding overseas.

The deal comes as more U.S. companies turn to European credit markets to take advantage of lower interest rates. So far this year, U.S. firms have issued a record amount of euro bonds, and Pfizer is now part of that wave. The bonds are being issued by a Dutch finance arm and fully backed by Pfizer Inc.

For investors, this move gives Pfizer added flexibility to manage debt, invest in R&D, and maintain dividend strength without putting pressure on its U.S. balance sheet.

Tapping European markets at this scale signals that Pfizer is positioning itself to keep costs low while still funding global operations and shareholder priorities.

This kind of cross-border financing can also shield the company from currency risk and improve access to international capital pools. 

As global borrowing conditions shift, Pfizer’s ability to lock in longer-term rates abroad may help smooth out financing costs ahead of any U.S. rate volatility. For long-term holders, it reinforces the company’s balanced and forward-looking financial strategy.

Foot Locker Inc [FL] $23.92 (+85.86 %)

Foot Locker was Thursday’s biggest winner, as Dick’s Sporting Goods announced a $2.4 billion acquisition offer, representing a nearly 90% premium to its Wednesday close.

DigitalBridge Group Inc [DBRG] $11.85 (+24.61%)

DigitalBridge stock jumped after fresh reports suggested that 26North Partners and Mercuria were in advanced talks to acquire the company.

Journey Medical Corp [DERM] $7.10 (+18.93%)

Journey Medical rose after posting a lower-than-expected Q1 loss and beating revenue forecasts by more than 10%.

Biohaven Ltd [BHVN] $15.81 (-19.58%)

Biohaven shares plunged today after the FDA unexpectedly delayed its review of the company’s rare-disease drug troriluzole and announced plans for an advisory committee meeting.

Fiserv Inc [FI] $159.13 (-16.19%)

Fiserv stock fell after management projected continued weak growth for its Clover unit, missing investor expectations.

Dick's Sporting Goods Inc [DKS] $179.02 (-14.59%)

Dick’s Sporting Goods drove FL’s price to YTD highs, but saw its own stock nosedive following the $2.4 billion deal announcement, as investors were concerned about dilution and debt.

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