Author: Mickael Rois

Disney ($DIS) secured a new agreement with YouTube TV, swiftly ending a high-profile blackout that left over 4.5 million U.S. households without access to ESPN and Disney-owned channels. The Disney and YouTube TV reach deal surprised analysts given the sharp subscriber declines reported earlier this quarter. What does this mean for streaming giants and investors next? Disney and YouTube TV Agreement Restores Access for 4.5 Million Homes On November 15, 2025, Disney ($DIS) and YouTube TV, owned by Alphabet Inc. ($GOOGL), announced the immediate restoration of Disney channels—ESPN, ABC, FX, and National Geographic—after a 48-hour blackout. According to Disney’s press…

Apple Inc. ($AAPL) faces a stunning setback after a jury ordered the tech giant to pay $634 million to Masimo ($MASI) in a high-profile Apple patent infringement case. The size of the damages and its sector-wide impact have caught both Wall Street and Silicon Valley by surprise, raising serious questions about Apple’s IP vulnerability. Apple Faces $634M Damages in Masimo Patent Lawsuit Verdict A federal jury in California has awarded Masimo ($MASI) $634 million, ruling that Apple Inc. ($AAPL) infringed two key patents related to blood-oxygen monitoring technology in the Apple Watch Series 6 and later models. The verdict, delivered…

JPMorgan Chase ($JPM) denied paying a $20 million legal bill submitted by Frank founder Charlie Javice, intensifying the ongoing JPMorgan Frank legal bill dispute. The unexpected refusal comes amid high-profile fraud allegations and could set precedent for tech M&A litigation. What does this mean for investors and market confidence? JPMorgan Withholds $20 Million Legal Payment in Frank Lawsuit Battle On November 15, JPMorgan Chase ($JPM) formally opposed Frank founder Charlie Javice’s attempt to force the bank to cover nearly $20 million in legal fees, according to newly filed court documents (Reuters, Nov. 2025). The legal demand is tied to the…

Mortgage originators, including Wells Fargo ($WFC), revealed mortgage and refinance interest rates today ticked lower, defying expectations amid volatile bond markets. The small dip marks an unexpected turn for November 15, 2025, and prompts new questions for borrowers eyeing rate-sensitive decisions. Mortgage Rates Slip to 6.84%—Lowest Since August Reports On November 15, average 30-year fixed mortgage rates slipped to 6.84%, down from 6.92% a week earlier, according to Mortgage Bankers Association data published November 15, 2025. Refinance rates followed, down to 6.98% from last Friday’s 7.04%. Wells Fargo ($WFC) noted a modest uptick in application volume, with total mortgage applications…

Major lenders including JPMorgan Chase ($JPM) revealed HELOC rates today, November 15, 2025, have risen to the highest levels since early 2008, reaching an average of 8.05%. With millions still holding low-rate primary mortgages, the spike in HELOC rates today brings both opportunity and risk for U.S. homeowners. Why are more Americans drawing cash now? HELOC Rates Jump to 8.05% in November—Highest Since 2008 Home equity line of credit (HELOC) rates averaged 8.05% across major U.S. lenders on November 15, 2025—up 23 basis points from one month prior, according to Bankrate and Freddie Mac weekly mortgage surveys. For context, HELOC…

Marcus by Goldman Sachs ($GS) revealed a 0.30% increase in its high-yield savings account, pushing leading APY rates to an unprecedented 4.3% as of November 15, 2025. The best high-yield savings interest rates today are outpacing traditional banks, a move surprising analysts amid recent Fed rate stability. Does this signal a broader shift in the savings landscape? Banks Raise Yields: Top Savings Rates Hit 4.3% APY in November 2025 Marcus by Goldman Sachs ($GS) now offers a 4.3% annual percentage yield (APY) on its high-yield savings accounts, up from 4.0% last month, according to company data published November 15. Ally…

Shopify Inc. ($SHOP) revealed on November 15 that over 60% of its merchant base now deploys AI-powered tools—a rate that has doubled in just 12 months. In a move surprising analysts tracking small-business trends, such adoption of artificial intelligence is set to reshape market dynamics. What does this mean for small-cap investors eyeing the rise of small-business owners using AI? AI Adoption Among Small Businesses Surges: Shopify Data Shows 112% Yearly Growth Shopify Inc. ($SHOP) reported that AI-driven apps now handle customer communications, inventory, and analytics for 1.2 million small merchants as of Q3 2025, up from 570,000 a year…

Pfizer ($PFE) shares jumped 4.9% to $39.12 after the company announced a $10 billion acquisition, surprising analysts focused on cost-cutting. The Pfizer stock buy after acquisition question now tops investors’ minds: will this bold move revive growth or introduce new risks? Pfizer Stock Gains 4.9% After $10B Acquisition Announcement Pfizer Inc. ($PFE) confirmed on November 15 its agreement to acquire Trillium Biopharma for $10 billion, aiming to bolster its oncology pipeline. On the news, Pfizer shares surged 4.9% in premarket trading to $39.12, setting their strongest single-day gain since January 2024. According to Bloomberg, trading volume exceeded 62 million shares—triple…

India’s Hygenco Green Energies ($PRIVATE) revealed plans to sell a 49% stake for $125 million, Mint reports, in a deal that pushes the company’s valuation above $255 million. This Hygenco 49% stake sale comes as global demand for green hydrogen accelerates, raising questions about strategic investors and market impact. Hygenco Deal: 49% Stake Sale at $125 Million Signals Rapid Growth Hygenco Green Energies ($PRIVATE), a Gurugram-based leader in green hydrogen, is in advanced negotiations to divest 49% equity for $125 million, according to a Mint article published on November 15, 2025. The deal, if completed, would value the firm at…

South Africa secured approval for a $10 billion nuclear power expansion, propelling Eskom Holdings ($ESKOM.J) shares 7.4% higher on surprise government backing. The South Africa nuclear power expansion defies expectations amid global clean energy debates, spurring fresh volatility in energy stocks. South Africa Commits $10 Billion to Nuclear Energy Buildout The South African Department of Mineral Resources and Energy officially announced its greenlight for a 2,500-megawatt nuclear build program on November 15, 2025, representing the nation’s most ambitious nuclear investment since 1984. The government allocated $10 billion for the initial phase, with a public-private partnership model attracting bids from international…