Inflation Cools, China’s “Nvidia” Soars 400%, and Luxury Fashion Shake-Up

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This week delivered major shocks across markets, from inflation cooling in the U.S. to a 400% IPO explosion in China that stunned global investors. In luxury, Prada’s $1.4 billion takeover of Versace reshapes the high-fashion landscape, while SoFi’s surprise $1.5B stock offering rattled fintech shareholders.

Regulators stirred controversy after the administration wiped out Southwest’s remaining $11M penalty. Meanwhile, the streaming world faces potential upheaval as Netflix’s planned merger with Warner Bros. triggers antitrust firestorms in Washington.

On the earnings front, Victoria’s Secret and Ulta posted strong sales momentum, and cybersecurity firm Rubrik blew past earnings expectations.🌍💼

📰 Your Daily Financial Digest - December 8th, 2025

🌍 Economics, Finance & Retail:

1. 🇺🇸 Core PCE Inflation Slips to 2.8% Annually 📉

   The Fed’s preferred inflation measure rose 0.2% in September, while headline PCE climbed 0.3%. Annual price growth eased from 2.9% in August, signaling gradual cooling but still above target. Read More

2. ✈️ Southwest Has $11M Fine Waived by Administration 🚫💸

   The Trump administration forgave the remaining fine tied to Southwest’s 2022 holiday meltdown affecting 2 million travelers. Regulators had previously reduced the original $140M penalty due to customer compensation efforts. Read More

3. 💼 Capri Sells Versace to Prada for $1.4B 👜

   Capri will use proceeds from the all-cash deal to repay most of its debt, aiming to strengthen finances while focusing on Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo. Read More

💻 Technology:

1. 📉 SoFi Drops After $1.5B Stock Offering 💳

   The fintech’s share sale follows a huge 2025 rally, with the stock now up 6× since 2022. Investors reacted cautiously to the dilution risk. Read More

2. 🇨🇳 China’s “Nvidia” Moore Threads Skyrockets 400% on IPO 🚀

   The GPU maker closed at 600.5 yuan, five times its IPO price, after a $1.1B Shanghai debut, reflecting strong local appetite for AI chip alternatives. Read More

3. 🎬 Netflix–Warner Bros. Deal Sparks Antitrust Alarms ⚠️

   Sen. Elizabeth Warren warned the merger could concentrate nearly half the streaming market, risking higher prices and fewer content choices for consumers. Read More

💹Earnings:

1. Victoria’s Secret Posts 9% Sales Growth in Q3👙

   The retailer saw stronger full-price selling and an 8% comp increase. Net loss narrowed to $15.6M as margins expanded 170 bps. Store count fell slightly to under 800 locations. Read More

2. Ulta Beauty Lifts 2025 Sales Guidance 💅💄 

   Q3 revenue hit $2.9B, up 12.9%, boosted by Space NK and new stores. Net income dipped to $230.9M despite strong comps and higher average ticket size. Read More

3. 🛡️ Rubrik Surges After Smashing Earnings Estimates 🔐

   Revenue soared 48% YoY to $350M, beating expectations, while profit hit $0.10 per share versus a projected loss. Full-year guidance was raised to $1.28B. Read More

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