Stock Movers BBVA Rises, EssilorLuxottica Gains, Volvo Dips
Oct 17, 2025
BBVA's ambitious €16 billion bid for Banco Sabadell faces rejection from shareholders, raising questions about future strategies. Meanwhile, EssilorLuxottica celebrates a surge in revenue thanks to its innovative AI smart-glasses partnership with Meta, projecting strong growth. On the downside, Volvo experiences a significant dip due to concerns over dwindling truck demand and uncertainties regarding tariffs, creating a cloud over its future prospects.
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Relief After A Failed Takeover
- BBVA shares rose after its failed 16bn-euro bid for Banco Sabadell removed deal uncertainty for investors.
- The bank also announced a new buyback, which further boosted investor confidence.
Monitor Smart-Glasses Momentum
- Watch EssilorLuxottica closely as smart-glasses revenue growth is driving record sales and lofty expectations.
- Expect the company to need to deliver on partnerships like the one with Meta to meet optimistic forecasts.
Smart-Glasses: Progress With Privacy Questions
- Early smart-glass devices show improving augmented reality and AI features but raise privacy questions due to recording indicators.
- Practical usability is increasing, yet mainstream adoption remains uncertain.