Stock Movers Inditex Gains, Stellantis Rises, Smiths Up
Dec 3, 2025
Chloe Malay, a Bloomberg reporter known for her insightful market and corporate analysis, dives into the recent highs of Inditex, attributing their strong November sales to effective resilience amid consumer uncertainty. She highlights Stellantis's stock surge after a positive UBS upgrade and the implications of new U.S. fuel efficiency standards. Additionally, Chloe discusses Smiths Group's strategic sale of its airport security scanner division for £2 billion, signaling a shift to focus on core industrial operations.
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Inditex Shows Resilience In Weak Retail Market
- Inditex showed stronger-than-expected sales, signaling resilience amid weak consumer sentiment.
- Chloe Malay says this reassures investors after concerns the company was losing steam.
Zara Moves Toward Upmarket Positioning
- Inditex plans to shift toward more upmarket offerings to escape a fast-fashion image.
- Chloe Malay notes this is notable given Zara's speed at translating trends into designs.
Stellantis Rally Fueled By Upgrade And Policy News
- Stellantis rose after a UBS upgrade predicting a North America comeback in 2026.
- Chloe Malay also links gains to a reported Trump administration plan to ease fuel efficiency rules.