Market Analysis: July 10th, 2025

Oracle (ORCL) saw a series of analyst updates, with firms issuing a mix of upgrades, target reductions, and new price targets following recent earnings and revised outlook commentary. While several banks trimmed valuation targets amid broader software multiple compression, sentiment remains divided, with at least one firm upgrading the shares and others maintaining constructive ratings, reflecting ongoing debate around Oracle’s cloud growth trajectory and AI-driven revenue opportunities.

Global Markets

Canadian Markets

Toronto’s main stock index inched higher despite a decline in oil prices, with strength in the financial sector and mining sector providing a lift to the TSX. Contributing to the gains was a bullish call from Bank of America, which upgraded Canadian banks, prompting investors to rotate back into bank stocks in search of higher dividend yields amid broader market optimism.

American Markets

In the U.S., stocks began the day trading mixed but gained momentum in the afternoon as investor sentiment turned more positive. Traders refocused on upcoming weekly jobless claims data and key trade negotiations, both of which could signal the next market direction. Risk appetite returned more broadly, fueled in part by Bitcoin surging to an all-time high, suggesting renewed investor confidence in risk assets.

European Markets

European markets were mixed, with positive sentiment tied to reported progress on trade negotiations with the United States. A standout performer was BMW, whose stock climbed over 4% after the German automaker reported a modest increase in second-quarter vehicle deliveries. Demand in Europe proved strong enough to offset weaker sales in China, and the U.S. market remained stable, supporting the company’s outlook.  Dutch economic growth is expected to slow due to the impact of new tariffs, creating a headwind for the region.

In the UK, stocks rose more than one percent to hit a record high, driven by strength in healthcare companies and base metal miners, as copper prices jumped. The UK released updated data which revealed higher industrial producer price inflation than previously estimated, according to revised figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

Corporate News

Amazon.com Inc is reportedly considering another multibillion-dollar investment in AI firm Anthropic to deepen their strategic partnership and retain a lead stake ahead of Google’s $3 billion position.

APA Corp (US) announced it curtailed U.S. gas production by 10 million cubic feet per day and 750 barrels per day of natural gas liquids due to weak prices; it also completed the sale of its New Mexico assets in June.

Autodesk Inc is evaluating a potential cash-and-stock acquisition of PTC Inc, with Bloomberg reporting that other industry players are also showing interest in the software firm.

Blackstone Inc has entered a private credit partnership with Legal & General, enabling L&G’s annuities business to invest in U.S. investment-grade credit assets through Blackstone, deploying billions over time.

eBay Inc had its price target raised by Baird to $80 from $70, anticipating stronger sales from consumer spending increases and tariff impacts.

Ford Motor Co is recalling 850,318 U.S. vehicles, including Lincoln Aviator, F-150, and Mustang models, due to potential low-pressure fuel pump failures that could lead to engine stalls.

Kraft Heinz Co announced the sale of its Italian infant and specialty nutrition business—including Plasmon, Nipiol, and Aproten brands—to Italian firm NewPrinces, with the deal expected to close by late 2025.

Meta Platforms Inc is embroiled in a dispute with Italian regulator AGCOM over paying publishers for news snippets, as an EU Court of Justice adviser affirms member states can impose such measures within contract freedom limits.

Microsoft Corp had its target price increased to $600 from $475 by Piper Sandler, citing the company’s strategic importance in AI through its partnership with OpenAI.

Oracle Corp had its price target raised to $270 from $190 by Piper Sandler due to growing strategic opportunities and the OpenAI/Stargate agreement boosting projected backlog for fiscal 2026.

PROCEPT BioRobotics Corp received an overweight rating and a $70 target price from Stephens, which noted adoption risks and capital concerns but sees upside in long-term product growth.

PTC Inc is reportedly a takeover target by Autodesk, although other suitors may emerge, and no final decision has been made on a deal.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd (TSMC) beat second-quarter revenue expectations with $31.9 billion in sales, driven by AI chip demand and exceeding prior company guidance.

Tesla Inc plans to expand its robotaxi service to the San Francisco Bay Area within two months, pending regulatory approval, and will broaden operations in Austin this weekend, per CEO Elon Musk.

Thomson Reuters Corp had its target price increased by National Bank of Canada to C$300 from C$286, based on forecasts of sustainable organic growth in the second quarter.

Toronto-Dominion Bank appointed Andrew Jensen as its new head of financial crime risk management in Canada, succeeding interim head Stephen Joyce; Jensen will retain global sanctions oversight and report to AML chief Jacqueline Sanjuas.

Walt Disney Co and ITV will share select content on their respective platforms—Disney+ and ITVX—to expand reach; meanwhile, Disney faces a dispute among law firms over a proposed consumer antitrust settlement.

Workday Inc had its price target cut by Piper Sandler to $235 from $255, with analysts citing AI-related risks and slowing investment in new applications.

WPP PLC appointed Microsoft executive and board member Cindy Rose as CEO, succeeding Mark Read on September 1, just a day after a major profit warning underscored the company’s recovery challenges.

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