Stock Movers: AES Explores Sale, Starbucks China Interest, Nvidia Hits $4 Trillion

AES Exploring Strategic Options

• ⚡ AES shares soared approximately 17% following reports that the power company is exploring strategic options, including a potential sale.
• 💡 Investors like Brookfield and BlackRock have been studying AES, which provides power to major tech companies, after its shares lost about half their value over two years.
• ⚠️ The company's enterprise value is $40 billion, suggesting any leveraged buyout would be one of the largest in history.

Starbucks China Business Interest

• ☕ Starbucks shares are up as the company has received proposals from prospective investors interested in a controlling stake in its China business.
• 📌 China is Starbucks' second-largest market, and the company has been reviewing its China operations amidst a struggling economy and growing competition.
• 🎯 Starbucks' preferred option was a minority stake partner to help return to growth, but they are now sifting through proposals for a controlling stake.
• 📈 Starbucks is introducing new offerings in China, such as sugar-free options and slashing tea beverages, to attract local customers.

Nvidia Reaches $4 Trillion Valuation

• 🚀 Nvidia shares are edging higher, making it the first company in history to achieve a market capitalization of $4 trillion.
• 📈 This milestone cements Nvidia's status as a leader in the global market, with its stock rising over 1,000% since the beginning of 2023.
• 💡 The company's recent performance is highlighted, with shares up 20% in 2025.