Salesforce earnings are 'better than feared': AI impact in focus
Salesforce (CRM) stock is popping in extended trading after the company reported strong first quarter results, had better-than-expected sales, and lifted its full-year outlook.
RBC Capital Markets software equity analyst Rishi Jaluria joins Market Domination with Julie Hyman and Josh Lipton to share his instant reaction to the earnings print.
To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime here.
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