Consumers Retreat, Drone Deliveries are Here, & Prediction Markets Grow!

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Walmart expanded drone delivery from six stores across metro Atlanta, signaling its intent to turn drone fulfillment into a routine, everyday shopping option. In crypto and fintech, Coinbase is preparing to launch in-house prediction markets powered by Kalshi, broadening its platform as some investors pull back from digital assets but seek new ways to express market views.

Big-ticket deals are also back in focus. ServiceNow is in advanced talks to acquire cybersecurity startup Armis in a deal that could reach $7 billion, potentially marking the company’s largest acquisition ever. At the same time, DXL and FullBeauty Brands agreed to merge, creating a combined apparel business serving 34 million households, with management targeting $25 million in annual cost savings by 2027.

In earnings, Broadcom posted 28% revenue growth and revealed a $73 billion AI backlog, yet the stock still fell as investors reassessed valuations across the AI trade. In contrast, Forward Industries reported a $160 million non-cash loss tied to its Solana holdings, highlighting the volatility embedded in crypto-linked strategies. Even consumer staples weren’t immune, with National Beverage citing inflation, tariffs, and cautious spending as ongoing headwinds.🌍💼

📰 Your Daily Financial Digest - December 15th, 2025

🌍 Economics, Retail, & Finance:

1. Americans Cut Back at Restaurants as Food Inflation Lingers 🍽️
   New purchasing data shows diners opting for cheaper menu items, with appetizer orders up 20% year over year while entrees and desserts stagnate. The shift highlights ongoing affordability pressures shaping consumer behavior. Read More

2. DXL and FullBeauty Agree to Merge in $1.2B Apparel Deal 👕
   The combined company will serve 34 million households and operate 296 stores, targeting $25 million in annual cost savings by 2027. Total debt at closing is expected to reach $172 million. Read More

3. Walmart Expands Drone Delivery Across Metro Atlanta 🚁
   The retailer launched drone delivery from six Atlanta-area stores, offering groceries, household essentials, and OTC medicine. Walmart aims to make drone fulfillment a routine part of everyday shopping. Read More

💻 Technology:

1. Coinbase Prepares to Launch Prediction Markets With Kalshi 🎯
   The crypto exchange plans to introduce in-house prediction markets powered by Kalshi, expanding beyond digital assets as some investors reduce crypto exposure. The announcement could come as soon as next week. Read More

2. ServiceNow in Talks to Buy Cybersecurity Firm Armis 🔐
   The potential acquisition could reach $7 billion, making it ServiceNow’s largest deal to date. Armis was last valued at $6.1 billion, though negotiations could still fall apart. Read More

3. Oracle Denies Delays in OpenAI Data Center Timeline 🏗️
   Oracle pushed back against reports suggesting construction delays tied to labor and materials shortages, stating all milestones remain on track under its agreement with OpenAI. Read More

💹Earnings:

1. Broadcom Shares Slide Despite Strong AI Revenue Growth 🤖
   Revenue jumped 28% year over year as AI chip sales surged 74%, with a $73 billion AI backlog over the next 18 months. Investors still sold off amid broader weakness in the AI trade. Read More

2. National Beverage Posts Steady Results Amid Inflation Pressures 🥤
   Quarterly net sales reached $288 million, while operating income climbed to $58 million. Management cited cautious consumer spending driven by inflation, tariffs, and higher commodity costs. Read More

3. Forward Industries Hit by $160M Non-Cash Crypto Loss 📉
   The company reported a $167 million net loss tied largely to mark-to-market losses on its Solana holdings, despite generating $4.6 million in staking revenue late in fiscal 2025. Read More

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