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Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Tesla stock value makes sudden turn due to 3 major factors — here's what you need to know
Though Tesla's stock has struggled in early 2025, its shares have hit a hot streak this May. AOL reported that the company's stock was at $342.82 per share on May 15, a 57% increase from its lowest point in April, at only $218.80. The publication detailed several reasons for the improvements in the electric vehicle maker's shares. For one, investors are becoming more interested in Tesla's self-driving advancements, including the company's launch of a robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, expected in June, as reported by Investor's Business Daily. Another reason for the May increase is CEO Elon Musk's plan to move away from U.S. politics and refocus his time on Tesla. His activity within the current administration has led to widespread protests of the brand and plummeting sales, along with stock drops. Maybe most importantly, Tesla is benefitting from the 90-day tariff rollback with China to a low 10%, per The Street, dramatically contributing to the stock increase. While stock prices and consumer benefits are not directly related, the surge reinforces stakeholder confidence, which can trickle down to potential buyers. Furthermore, in response to the previously lower stock numbers and sales, Tesla has slashed prices on vehicles like the new Model Y, making EV ownership more feasible for the average buyer. Electric vehicles are a major part of integrating cleaner technological solutions into the world, helping create better air quality due to the release of fewer toxic pollutants. Plus, as EVs become increasingly popular, the market for used EVs is growing, with even cheaper options on the rise. Another way to optimize the financial and environmental benefits of EVs is to install solar panels on your home. Solar energy is inexpensive, so using it to charge at home greatly increases the savings associated with EV ownership, being cheaper than charging stations and relying on the grid. EnergySage is a great resource for helping acquire these solar savings, as it can help you compare quotes and even save you up to $10,000 on installations. If you were going to purchase an EV, which of these factors would be most important to you? Cost Battery range Power and speed The way it looks Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
GMA Network
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Darryl Yap pleaded not guilty in Vic Sotto's cyberlibel case — lawyer
Director Darryl Yap on Tuesday pleaded not guilty in the cyberlibel case filed against him by actor-host Vic Sotto, his lawyer confirmed. The arraignment was at the Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 203. Atty. Raymond Furtun, Yap's legal counsel, said that the next hearing will take place on August 19, Tuesday. Yap was charged for libel under Article 353 and 355 of the Revised Penal Code, as amended in relation to violation of the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 The case stemmed from the teaser of the Yap's upcoming film, 'The Rapists of Pepsi Paloma,' released last January 1, wherein the character of Gina Alajar (who is portraying Charito Solis) asked the lead actress portraying Pepsi Paloma if she was raped by actor-host Vic Sotto. The lead character replied, 'yes.' Sotto's camp has denied the allegations against him. —AOL, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
a day ago
- Climate
- GMA Network
Thunderstorm alert up over Zambales, Bataan
Zambales and Bataan are expected to experience moderate to heavy rains with lightning and strong winds Tuesday morning. In a thunderstorm advisory issued at 5:30 a.m., state weather bureau PAGASA advised affected residents to take precautionary measures against possible flash floods and landslides. PAGASA earlier said Southwest Monsoon or Habagat will bring cloudy skies with scattered rain showers over Luzon while the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) will affect parts of Mindanao. Ilocos Region, Abra, Benguet, Zambales, Bataan, Tarlac, and Pampanga will have cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the southwest monsoon with the possible occurrence of flash floods or landslides due to moderate to at times heavy rains. On the other hand, Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Sultan Kudarat, South Cotabato, Sarangani, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental will have cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the ITCZ with the possibility that flash floods or landslides will occur due to moderate to at times heavy rains. Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to the Southwest Monsoon with the possibility that flash floods or landslides will occur during severe thunderstorms.—AOL, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Rocco Nacino to reprise role as Torran in ‘Bar Boys: After School
Rocco Nacino is returning as Torran Garcia, now a professor, in the upcoming sequel, "Bar Boys: After School." The announcement was made on the official "Bar Boys" Facebook page, confirming the Kapuso actor's return to his role. Also returning are Carlo Aquino, Enzo Pineda, and Kean Cipriano, who will reprise their roles as Erik, Chris, and Josh, respectively. In May, Glaiza de Castro was also revealed to be joining the cast of the sequel. 'Bar Boys: After School' is the follow-up to the 2017 film 'Bar Boys,' which followed the journey of four friends through law school. The sequel will explore their lives after graduation as they navigate careers and adulthood. In 2024, 'Bar Boys' was adapted into a musical. —AOL, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
WhatsApp announces new features for Status, an AIM away message for the 21st century
WhatsApp Status is getting a bit of a facelift. Status is WhatsApp's version of an AIM away message (an ancient AOL feature from the early days of the social internet), which basically allows users to say what they're up to while they're not near the app. In a new feature released on Thursday, you can personalize your Status just like you would an Instagram Story. "More ways to express yourself on Status." Credit: WhatsApp "WhatsApp Status is your private space to keep the people who matter most to you up to date on what's happening day to day. Whether it's your wedding day and you're using Status to give those who couldn't make a front row seat or you just want to share what made you smile most today, bring even more of your personality to each Status," a press release from WhatsApp reads. You can turn your away message into a collage, like you would in Instagram Stories, by using the layout tool. You can add music, post stickers, and add the "Add Yours" sticker, all of which you can already do on Instagram Stories. If it isn't clear at this point, Meta owns both Instagram and WhatsApp, so the similarities aren't shocking. Plus, it's sort of Meta's MO to add in features users may or may not want as a ploy to keep them on the platform longer. "Whether you're sharing the everyday moments that make up your life or a big occasion, we hope these new features give you even more ways to bring those closest to you along and up to date on what's happening," the press release adds. The features began rolling out on Thursday and will continue rolling out over the next few months.
