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Legal & General Group Plc has announced a £1.2 billion share buyback program, indicating a positive outlook for the company as its profits have climbed, which is likely to boost investor confidence and drive up the stock price.

Saudi Aramco has reported a strong fourth-quarter profit, beating estimates and maintaining its dividend payouts, despite concerns over oil exports due to the Iran war threat.

CATL shares surged due to the company's earnings beating analyst estimates, driven by the energy storage boom.

Bitcoin experienced a short-lived price surge to $74,000, prompting a rapid sell-off as short-term holders took profits.

Petrobras exceeded profit expectations due to strong oil production and record exports, offsetting the effects of lower crude prices.

Kroger's stock experienced gains despite a broader market selloff, driven by beating quarterly profit expectations and improved earnings per dollar of sales.

FirstRand Ltd.

Nio's stock price has risen after the company announced it has surpassed 1 million vehicle deliveries, driven by robust EV growth and upbeat analyst forecasts, which also hint at a potential first profit.

Wizz Air has reduced its annual profit guidance due to the impact of the Iran conflict on flights and increased jet fuel costs.

Adidas shares declined due to weak profit guidance, primarily attributed to tariffs and exchange rate changes, resulting in a €400 million hit.

Adidas shares have fallen 8% after the company's profit guidance disappointed investors, adding to the 43% decline over the past year due to skepticism about the sportswear industry's growth prospects.

Greggs Plc reported a drop in profit due to slowing sales in the UK, indicating a challenging market for the British bakery chain.