

J&J Rises, Prologis Gains, Global Payments Jumps on FT Report
Jul 16, 2025
Johnson & Johnson reports a surprising $23.7 billion in sales for the second quarter, leading to a boost in their stock and an upgraded outlook. Prologis impresses with a strong earnings performance, prompting optimism in the industrial real estate sector. Meanwhile, Global Payments sees its shares soar after news of activist investor Elliott Management acquiring a significant stake, raising excitement in the market. Join in for insights into these major stock movements!
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J&J Surpasses Sales Expectations
- Johnson & Johnson beat quarterly sales expectations and raised its full-year outlook.
- This boost reflects growing market confidence in the pharmaceutical sector despite tariff concerns.
Prologis Raises Core FFO Guidance
- Prologis raised the midpoint of its core FFO guidance after better-than-feared Q2 earnings.
- The company’s results surprised analysts and lifted its stock significantly.
Global Payments Attracts Activist Investor
- Global Payments shares surged after news that activist hedge fund Elliott Management took a sizeable stake.
- This move sparked speculation on potential strategic changes despite no direct comments from involved parties.