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Meta Shares Defy Tech Weakness Thanks to an Update That Fights the Bear Case

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Meta Shares Defy Tech Weakness Thanks to an Update That Fights the Bear Case

TL;DR

  • Wall Street stocks are pulling back from record highs, impacting consumer discretionary, financials, and technology sectors.
  • Meta Platforms rallied after announcing a new AI feature for its apps, addressing concerns about its AI spending and monetization.
  • Honeywell Aerospace has set long-term financial targets, projecting at least $6.5 billion in adjusted EBIT by 2030, in preparation for its spin-off on June 29.
  • The aerospace sector is sensitive to energy prices and oil flow due to potential jet fuel supply shortages.
  • Upcoming earnings reports include Broadcom, CrowdStrike, and Five Below, with economic data on job cuts and jobless claims also due.