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Minions & Monsters racks up $85M overseas this weekend (and $98M overall overseas) for a $159M global total, even as domestic performance falls short of franchise highs. Toy Story 5 has pushed to $764M worldwide, with about $398M coming from international markets, led by Japan, Mexico, the U.K. and China; its overseas strength could help it edge past Toy Story 4’s $1.07B global tally.
The article explores how films are renamed for different markets, highlighting Vietnam’s choice to rename The Devil Wears Prada 2 as The Woman Who Loves Luxury Goods 2 to signal its premise. It surveys a range of international title changes—often clearer or more humorous than the original—across examples like Bad Santa, Die Hard, and Pretty Woman, while also debunking myths such as the Bond-naming craze and joking that future sequels could continue with similarly blunt localization.
In 2025, US stocks performed well, but international markets outshined them, driven by AI growth in Asia, European economic reforms, and a weaker dollar, prompting investors to diversify globally amid ongoing US resilience.
In 2025, international markets outperformed US stocks, driven by AI-related growth in Asia, increased European defense spending, and a weaker US dollar, with notable gains in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and China.
The stock market is experiencing a correction, especially in AI-related stocks, prompting investors to consider diversifying beyond tech giants and exploring international markets for better valuation and growth opportunities.
Angola is set to decide by November whether to extend, refinance, or raise funds through international markets to manage its $1 billion total return swap with JPMorgan, amid considerations of market conditions, costs, and transparency efforts.
McDonald's exceeded Q2 expectations with a 7% earnings increase and 5% revenue growth, driven by higher customer spending and international sales, leading to a 3% stock rise and a 6% year-to-date increase.
Shopify's stock rose nearly 15% after reporting a strong second-quarter with revenue and gross profit beating estimates, driven by growth in enterprise and international markets, and an optimistic outlook for the upcoming quarter.
McDonald's sales rebounded with a 3.8% increase in global same-store sales, driven by promotions like the return of McCrispy chicken strips and a Minecraft movie tie-in, despite recent economic challenges affecting consumer spending. International sales remain strong, accounting for nearly 60% of revenue, with notable growth in Japan and other markets.
Value investing has generally performed better outside the US, particularly in Europe, emerging markets, and Japan, driven by sectors like financial services and energy, while US growth stocks, led by the Magnificent Seven, have outperformed domestically due to macroeconomic factors and sector-specific growth, especially in technology and AI.
"Despicable Me 4" topped the international box office with $88 million, bringing its global total to $437.8 million and helping the franchise surpass $5 billion. "Inside Out 2" also performed well, earning $50.2 million internationally and becoming the fifth highest-grossing animated film of all time. Warner Bros.' "Twisters" and Paramount's "A Quiet Place: Day One" also saw significant earnings in various markets.
OPEC+ extends crude production cuts into 2025, while Saudi Aramco plans a $12 billion share sale. Nvidia unveils its new AI chip, Rubin, set for a 2026 release. The Dow Jones Industrial Average posts its best day in 2024, driven by cooling inflation. Bill Ackman aims to raise $1 billion by selling a 10% stake in Pershing Square. Moderna receives FDA approval for its RSV vaccine for people over 60.
Beyond Meat exceeded fourth-quarter revenue estimates due to strong demand for its plant-based meat products outside the United States, leading to an 80% surge in its shares. The company plans to implement significant cost-cutting measures in 2024 to address weak demand in the U.S., including reducing operating expenses and cash use. Despite a 7.8% decline in net revenue for the fourth quarter, Beyond Meat's international markets, particularly in Europe, have sustained demand for its products. The company's full-year net revenue forecast fell below market expectations, and it reported a larger-than-expected loss per share for the quarter.
Airbnb reported a strong end to 2023 but expects demand to moderate in the current quarter, causing its shares to fall in late trading. Despite surpassing revenue estimates for the fourth quarter, the company anticipates a slowdown in the number of nights and experiences booked compared to the previous quarter due to a particularly strong growth rate a year ago. CEO Brian Chesky is optimistic about international growth opportunities and plans to expand beyond the core business, focusing on personalized travel recommendations and better user experience for hosts. The company also announced a new share repurchase program to buy back as much as $6 billion of its stock.