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EV Demand Rebounds, Signaling Stabilization After Tax Credit Phase-Out
business17 hours ago

EV Demand Rebounds, Signaling Stabilization After Tax Credit Phase-Out

Cox Automotive data show U.S. EV sales rose 14.2% quarter-over-quarter to 247,226 in Q2 2026—the strongest quarter since the federal EV tax credit expired—though they remain about 20.5% lower year-over-year; Tesla led with 124,800 deliveries, Toyota posted a 225% YoY surge amid a refreshed lineup, and automakers are pushing more affordable EVs as charging networks expand and state incentives persist, signaling market stabilization after the post-credit shock.

via InsideEVs|
#auto-industry#business#ev
Costco's June Sales Jump on Membership-Fueled Demand
business1 day ago

Costco's June Sales Jump on Membership-Fueled Demand

Costco Wholesale reported June net sales of $29.24 billion, up 10.6% from a year earlier, with the first 44 weeks totaling $250.43 billion, up 10.1%. The results reflect continued shopper traffic fueled by its membership-based model as consumers seek value, and while the growth underscores a stable business, investors will be watching margins to ensure profitability keeps pace with sales expansion.

via Yahoo Finance|
#business#consumers#costco
More Than 100 Fourth of July Deals Hit Apple, Yeti, Casper and More
deals6 days ago

More Than 100 Fourth of July Deals Hit Apple, Yeti, Casper and More

NBC Select rounds up 109+ Fourth of July deals across brands like Apple, Yeti, Casper, Brooklinen and more, with savings widely advertised at up to 65%–70% on items including mattresses, outdoor furniture, ACs and summer apparel. The guide highlights top picks such as Brooklinen sheet sets, Traeger grills, Casper Snow cooling mattresses, Lands’ End totes, a Yeti backpack cooler, Shark vacuums and beauty/tech finds, and compiles ongoing promos from retailers like Target, Amazon, Home Depot, Dick’s Sporting Goods, REI and Wayfair, noting that the best deals typically run through the Fourth weekend with updates throughout the week.

via NBC News|
#deals#fourth-of-july-deals#mattresses
Ford’s Q2 Sales Slip Hits 10% as EV Demand Wanes, Bronco and Maverick Hybrid Shine
business8 days ago

Ford’s Q2 Sales Slip Hits 10% as EV Demand Wanes, Bronco and Maverick Hybrid Shine

Ford reported a 10.3% drop in Q2 U.S. sales to 549,200 as EV demand waned and two models were phased out, with hybrid volume down around 20% and F-Series off about 11%. The Bronco rose 15.9% to a Q2 record of 45,739, helping a stronger showing in the off-road/SUV family, while the Maverick Hybrid set a Q2 record at 29,457 (+19.3%). Lincoln Nautilus also posted a quarterly high as Ford continues its EV and cost-conscious model strategy, including a forthcoming affordable EV pickup next year.

via Yahoo Finance|
#bronco#business#ev
AI in Game Dev Sparks Sales Drop, Study Finds
gaming17 days ago

AI in Game Dev Sparks Sales Drop, Study Finds

A Game Oracle analysis of almost 10,000 Steam releases in 2025 shows games that disclose AI usage during development tend to receive far fewer reviews and lower scores than non‑AI titles. Established studios see a 40%–60% drop in sales when using AI, while inexperienced developers face a smaller penalty. Gamers aren’t broadly boycotting AI games, but the stigma around AI usage appears to depress demand and affect reputations, underscoring the need for careful, judicious use of AI in game development.

via Windows Central|
#ai#gamedevelopment#gaming
007 First Light Surpasses 3 Million in Bond’s Latest Adventure
gaming1 month ago

007 First Light Surpasses 3 Million in Bond’s Latest Adventure

IO Interactive’s James Bond game 007 First Light has sold over 3 million copies since its May 26 launch, after moving 2.7 million in its first week. The publisher says the Bond adventure is outperforming expectations, with a Nintendo Switch 2 port planned and extensive post‑launch updates coming, while IOI is expected to remain involved in future Bond titles under Amazon MGM Studios.

via Push Square|
#007-first-light#gaming#io-interactive
IO Interactive Refutes $200M Bond Budget as 007 First Light Surpasses 3 Million Sales
gaming1 month ago

IO Interactive Refutes $200M Bond Budget as 007 First Light Surpasses 3 Million Sales

IO Interactive pushes back on the claim that 007: First Light cost $200 million to develop, saying the figure covers bonuses and marketing rather than the production budget; the game has sold over 3 million and is tracking well above internal forecasts, with a Switch 2 edition due this summer and discussions of a potential sequel with Amazon MGM, likely at lower costs than the first game.

via GameSpot|
#007-first-light#budget#gaming
Bond game 007 First Light nears 3M in sales as IO Interactive plots Amazon future
technology1 month ago

Bond game 007 First Light nears 3M in sales as IO Interactive plots Amazon future

IO Interactive says 007 First Light has sold about 2.7 million copies in under two weeks and is “probably” over 3 million, with the budget reported around $200 million being an overestimate once marketing and bonuses are excluded. The company hasn’t fully recouped yet due to royalties and a live-service arrangement, but executives say the game exceeded expectations and they’re exploring future Bond-related work with Amazon beyond year one.

via GamesIndustry.biz|
#007-first-light#amazon#io-interactive
007 First Light: Switch 2 Window Reconfirmed as Year One Content Expands
gaming1 month ago

007 First Light: Switch 2 Window Reconfirmed as Year One Content Expands

IO Interactive confirms 007 First Light will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in Summer 2026, with a Year One content plan including Tactical Simulator upgrades, a new gadget (Even G2 display smart glasses), Game+, a photo mode, and a new mission featuring MI6 ally Bawma. The game has already sold over 2.7 million copies in its first week (after 1.5 million in the first 24 hours).

via Nintendo Life|
#007-first-light#gaming#io-interactive
Switch 2 Turns One: Fast Start, Price Hike Ahead, and the Push for Exclusives
technology1 month ago

Switch 2 Turns One: Fast Start, Price Hike Ahead, and the Push for Exclusives

On its first anniversary, the Switch 2 is Nintendo’s fastest-selling console, with 2.4 million units in its first month and 19.86 million sold by March 31, outpacing the original Switch and major rivals; momentum is expected to slow with a forecast of 16.5 million more in the next year, while the system faces growing competition from PC handhelds and a price rise to $500 in September; though third-party and indie hits fill the lineup, Nintendo will need more strong first-party exclusives to keep the edge, plus a continued shift toward digital that cuts physical costs.

via GameSpot|
#digital-vs-physical#nintendo#price-increase
Mina the Hollower Teases Deep Secrets Waiting Beneath the Surface
gaming1 month ago

Mina the Hollower Teases Deep Secrets Waiting Beneath the Surface

Yacht Club Games says Mina the Hollower currently unlocks only about 50–70% of its content per playthrough, with lead programmer David D’Angelo noting there are several “very secret” elements and a community-friendly design that encourages players to trade tips. The tease comes as Mina posts strong early sales—around 300,000 copies in its first three days across Switch and Switch 2—and continues to be highly rated in 2026.

via Nintendo Life|
#gaming#mina-the-hollower#sales