

ASML Falls, Interactive Brokers Drops, JB Hunt Shares Lower on Tariff Concerns
Apr 16, 2025
ASML faces a significant drop as it struggles with low first-quarter orders and tariff uncertainties. Interactive Brokers also sees its stock fall due to disappointing earnings and surging costs. Meanwhile, JB Hunt's shares decline amidst ongoing tariff concerns, despite posting profits above expectations. The podcast highlights the resilience of retail investors, who continue to engage in the market even during these tumultuous times, and discusses the broader implications for the semiconductor and trucking industries.
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ASML Faces Booking Shortfall
- ASML's first quarter bookings fell almost a billion euros short of expectations, pressuring its stock.
- Although tariffs haven't yet disrupted ASML's customer discussions, the situation is evolving and being monitored closely.
Interactive Brokers Earnings Miss
- Interactive Brokers shares dropped nearly 10% after earnings missed analyst expectations.
- Net interest income fell and increased expenses, especially advertising, squeezed profits amid volatile trading conditions.
Retail Investors Buy The Dip
- Despite market declines, retail investors continue to buy dips, contributing significant inflows.
- Since April 2nd's tariff unveil, retail investors have injected nearly $18 billion into the market.