

Closing Bell: United Airlines Earnings, Bank of America Reports, Defense Stocks Fall
Oct 15, 2025
United Airlines soars after reporting earnings that exceeded expectations, buoyed by loyal customers and strong demand for premium seats. Bank of America also makes waves with impressive earnings, topping analyst forecasts. Meanwhile, defense stocks like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin stumble due to comments from the Treasury Secretary regarding buybacks. The podcast dives deep into market trends, highlighting J.B. Hunt’s strong performance and an exciting bid for Papa John's, making for an engaging wrap-up of market news.
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United Beats And Raises Outlook
- United Airlines beat Q3 earnings and projected stronger Q4 adjusted EPS than analysts expected.
- The outlook lifted the stock in after-hours trading as investors welcomed stronger premium demand and brand-loyal flyers.
AMD Rally Fueled By Price Target Lift
- AMD surged after HSBC raised its price target sharply and the company benefits from AI-related demand.
- The stock rallied on optimism around its deal with OpenAI and stronger chip-sector momentum.
Bank Of America Trading And NII Strength
- Bank of America reported stronger-than-expected trading revenue excluding DVA and higher net interest income.
- The results and improved trading activity helped lift BofA shares during the session.