EV Power Shifts, AI Cash Machines, and a $3B Pharma Bet!

Money Masters' Market Kickoff Week 2

January 05, 2026

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Dear Money Master,

Tesla has officially lost its crown as the world’s top EV seller, overtaken by China’s BYD in a milestone moment that reshapes the global auto industry. At the same time, AI is no longer hype, it’s a cash machine, with Foxconn posting explosive revenue growth as Big Tech pours billions into AI infrastructure.

Meanwhile, Johnson & Johnson is making one of healthcare’s boldest bets yet, spending $3.05 billion to acquire a cutting-edge cancer platform that could redefine oral oncology treatments. On the consumer front, rising childcare costs are quietly pushing more women out of the labor force, while retailers like Bath & Body Works and Zales scramble to reinvent themselves after misreading shoppers.

From EV wars and AI windfalls to shifting labor dynamics and billion-dollar healthcare gambles, this week’s news reveals one clear theme: industries that fail to adapt are being left behind.🌍💼

📰 Your Daily Financial Digest - January 5th, 2026

🌍 Economics & Finance:

  1. Johnson & Johnson Closes $3.05B Cancer-Tech Acquisition 🧬
    The deal adds Halda’s RIPTAC™ platform, targeting solid tumors like prostate cancer with oral therapies. J&J is betting big on precision oncology as pharma competition intensifies. Read More

  2. Childcare Costs Surge Faster Than Inflation 👶
    Daycare prices jumped 5.2% year over year, nearly double headline inflation. Rising costs pushed more women out of the labor force in 2025, highlighting structural pressures on workforce participation. Read More

  3. Bath & Body Works Rethinks Strategy After Stock Slump 🛍️
    Management is refocusing on core products and cleaner ingredients after overextending into promotions and collaborations. The reset aims to simplify stores and revive a battered share price. Read More

💻 Technology:

  1. BYD Overtakes Tesla as World’s Top EV Seller ⚡
    Global EV leadership shifted as BYD sold 2.26 million battery-powered vehicles in 2025, up nearly 28%. The milestone underscores China’s growing dominance in electric mobility. Read More

  2. Starlink Offers Free Internet in Venezuela Amid Turmoil 🛰️
    Service credits were issued to active and inactive users through early February as political instability escalated. The move highlights Starlink’s growing geopolitical footprint. Read More

  3. Zales Unveils ‘The Edit’ Retail Concept 💍
    The new format features open layouts, digital tools, and storytelling zones designed to encourage self-purchase. Early locations span four U.S. markets, with further expansion planned. Read More

💹Earnings:

  1. Rivian Meets 2025 Production and Delivery Targets 🚙
    The EV maker produced 42,284 vehicles in 2025, closely matching deliveries. Results aligned with guidance, easing investor concerns around execution and manufacturing scale. Read More 

  2. Foxconn Revenue Surges on AI Infrastructure Demand 🤖
    Quarterly sales jumped 22% to $83 billion, beating expectations as cloud and AI server components drove growth. Spending tied to Nvidia’s ecosystem remains a major tailwind. Read More

  3. TechCreate Narrows Losses as Margins Expand 📊
    Revenue rose 10.4% while gross margins jumped to 70.5%, sharply reducing net losses. Improved profitability highlights operating leverage despite modest absolute sales. Read More

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