Warby Parker stock price surged by over 15% on Tuesday after unveiling a major $150 million partnership with Google. It jumped to a high of $22, its highest swing since March 6, up by 61% from the lowest point this year. So, will this partnership fuel WRBY’s stock surge in the coming months?

Warby Parker partnership with Google

The main catalyst for the WRBY stock price was a partnership with Google, one of the top technology companies. This partnership will see Google invest $150 million to develop AI-powered smart glasses.

Google has already invested $75 million in this project, and is expected to release the rest soon. Most notably, Google will become a minority shareholder in Warby Parker, a company valued at over $2.47 billion. 

The two companies hope to become major players in the wearable industry, which has struggled to gain traction over the years. The most notable failures was Google Glass, a product that was launched in 2012. After years of development, the product failed to gain traction and was canceled in 2015.

Other wearable products have also failed to gain traction. The most recent “failure” was Apple Vision Pro, a product costing $3,500 that failed to gain traction among users. Apple has not released its sales numbers, but its financial results have not shown any meaningful improvement since its launch.

This partnership will also be challenging because Warby Parker is a glass maker and has no experience building these smart glasses. Therefore, there is a risk that the company’s AI products will not be all that successful.

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WRBY business is doing well

Warby Parker’s business is doing well even without the Google partnership. Its success is mostly because of the affordability of its glasses, many of which sell for $95. It has not increased the price since its founding in 2010, meaning that, it is selling its products at a discount. Accounting for inflation, Warby Parker should be selling its glasses for about $140 today.

The company has solved this problem by introducing glasses that sell for $195, and its financial results show that these ones are highly popular. Comparable glasses by other companies would cost over $500.

WRBY revenues jumped from $393 million in 2020 to $771 million. It has also continued to narrow its losses and is now on a path towards profitability. Its annual loss moved from 4144 million in 2021 to $14 million in the trailing twelve months (TTM).

The most recent results showed that Warby Parker’s revenue rose by 11.9% to $224 million as the average revenue per customer jumped to $310. Its free cash flow rose to $13.2 million.

The management expects that the company’s revenue rose by between 13% and 15% to between $869 million and $886 million. Also, its adjusted EBITDA will be between $91 million and $97 million. 

Warby Parker stock price analysis

The daily chart shows that the WRBY share price bottomed at $13.6 in April after Trump launched his tariffs on Liberation Day. It then rebounded and moved to a high of $22, its highest level since March 6. 

The stock formed a God candle on Tuesday after the Google partnership deal. This is a common occurrence whenever a big company like Google partners with a smaller one. 

Historically, these gains are usually short-lived as the momentum eases over time and the hard work of implementing the strategy rises. Therefore, the Warby Parker stock price will likely lose momentum in the coming days, and then bounce back later this year. 

The recovery will be because of its organic growth and the profitability instead of the Google partnership.

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India is on the brink of a coffee revolution—one that’s brewing not only in the growing number of artisanal cafés and international coffee chains sprouting across the country, but also in homes, as more consumers embrace the idea of brewing coffee themselves to bring the addictive aroma indoors.

According to Redseer Strategy Consultants, by 2028, the out-of-home coffee market is projected to grow at a robust CAGR of 15–20%, reaching a size of $2.6–3.2 billion.

At the same time, India’s coffee equipment market is heating up—not just fuelled by cafés and restaurants, but increasingly by households embracing home brewing.

While Germany’s WMF and Italy’s premium brand La Marzocco had already gained a foothold in the market, Nespresso launched its first boutique store in New Delhi in March, aiming to capture a share of both the growing B2C and B2B segments.

To understand the momentum behind this movement, Invezz spoke with Abhinav Mathur, CEO of Something’s Brewing, India’s first dedicated e-commerce platform for coffee brewing gear, accessories, and educational workshops.

Mathur also runs Kaapi Machines, which serves the coffee needs of India’s restaurant and hospitality sector.

“What we’re seeing is a shift from convenience-driven coffee to experience-driven coffee,” Mathur explained in an insightful conversation.

He noted that the fastest-growing category on Something’s Brewing is home-brewing gear, such as French Presses, AeroPresses, and entry-level espresso machines, highlighting the growing enthusiasm for home brewing.

This surge in interest is also shaping the company’s strategic roadmap.

Mathur says they plan to double their physical presence through more Coffee Experience Centres in key cities, expand into tier-2 markets via curated pop-ups, and grow their D2C business by 40% year-on-year.

Excerpts from an emailed interaction:

Increased traction guiding expansion into tier-2 markets, strong growth in D2C

Invezz: What was the thought behind coming up with Something’s Brewing, and what are the key milestones you have in mind in terms of revenues and physical presence?

The idea for Something’s Brewing was sparked by a gap I saw firsthand during the early days of the pandemic—people loved their café coffee, but didn’t feel equipped or confident to recreate that experience at home.

We wanted to change that. The vision was to build a one-stop destination for coffee gear, knowledge, and community—something that didn’t exist in India before.

Since our launch in 2020, we’ve seen incredible traction with a community of over 30,000 engaged brewers, both casual and serious.

In terms of milestones, we’re aiming to double our physical footprint with more Coffee Experience Centres across key cities, expand into tier-2 markets with curated pop-ups, and grow our D2C business by 40% YoY.

We’re also looking at strategic retail partnerships to complement our online presence and unlock new customer segments.

Home-brewing gear like French Press, AeroPress fastest growing category

Invezz: Based on the demand for your different products, can you identify a new or unique trend in the coffee consumption or sale pattern of Indians?

Absolutely—what we’re seeing is a shift from convenience-driven coffee to experience-driven coffee.

Consumers aren’t just looking for a caffeine fix anymore; they’re curious about brewing techniques, bean profiles, and even equipment aesthetics.

Our fastest-growing category today is home-brewing gear—manual brewers like the French Press, AeroPress, pour-over kits, and entry-level espresso machines.

We’ve also seen a sharp uptick in interest around grinders, scales, and accessories, indicating people want to control every aspect of their brew.

At the same time, premium café-grade equipment like La Marzocco and Rancilio is gaining popularity among micro-cafés and boutique spaces.

This tells us that both home brewers and independent café owners are taking quality more seriously than ever before.

Indians keen on experimenting with espresso at home to recreate the cafe experience

Invezz: Have you noticed any specific brewing methods becoming more popular in Indian households?

The Budan French Press & Mokapot have been the gateway brewer for most Indian households—they are approachable and deliver a full-bodied cup that works well with Indian taste preferences.

But over the past year, we’ve seen a noticeable rise in the Budan One-Touch POD machines as well. 

What is interesting is the growing segment of consumers now experimenting with espresso at home.

Our Budan espresso machine sales have grown 3X over the last 18 months.

More and more people are keen to recreate café-style beverages—from cappuccinos to iced lattes—in their own kitchens.

It’s a clear sign of how far home brewing has come in India.

Not just an urban movement; 40% of orders coming from tier-2, tier-3 cities

Invezz: What have the demand trends from tier 2 and tier 3 cities been like, and what do they show?

This is one of the most exciting shifts we’re witnessing.

Roughly 40% of our recent orders are now coming from tier 2 and 3 cities—from Indore to Surat, Coimbatore to Ludhiana.

Consumers in these cities are aspirational, digitally savvy, and eager to access the same quality coffee experiences as their metro counterparts.

These markets are also more responsive to education-led marketing—our blogs, tutorials, and brewing guides are heavily consumed in these regions.

It’s not just about product availability; it’s about building trust and making coffee knowledge accessible.

This demand tells us that the coffee movement is no longer an urban niche—it’s becoming a nationwide trend.

India’s coffee movement is entering a more mature, collaborative phase

Invezz: Your views on the Indian out-of-home coffee market right now.

India’s out-of-home coffee market is in an exciting phase of maturity.

We’re seeing the rise of homegrown specialty cafés, newer chains expanding to smaller cities, and even QSRs offering better coffee options.

While convenience is still a driver, experience is becoming the differentiator—ambience, customisation, and storytelling matter.

From a supply side, café owners are investing more in equipment and barista training.

As a result, the quality benchmark is rising, and customers are becoming more discerning.

What’s also encouraging is the increasing collaboration between café brands, equipment providers, and coffee educators—which means the ecosystem is finally evolving together.

That’s a very healthy sign for the market.

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Shares of Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD surged to a record high in Hong Kong on renewed investor optimism, widening the premium over its Shenzhen-listed shares to an all-time high.

The stock jumped as much as 4.4% in Hong Kong, pushing its price to over 5% higher than its mainland counterpart, after adjusting for currency exchange, according to Bloomberg data.

The rally followed Citi lifting the stock’s price target on its HK stock to HK$727 from HK$688 and on Shenzhen shares to 669 yuan from 630 yuan.

The stock has also been buoyed by upbeat sentiment following Contemporary Amperex Technology Co.’s market debut, signalling growing confidence among foreign investors in BYD’s long-term prospects.

This performance stands out in a broader market where Hong Kong shares typically trade at a 33% discount compared to mainland stocks, as tracked by the Hang Seng Stock Connect China AH Premium Index.

Source: Bloomberg

BYD attracts premium in HK due to its appeal among global investors

Strategists at UBS AG noted that while the overall valuation gap between mainland and Hong Kong markets is expected to persist, select stocks like BYD and China Merchants Bank Co. are attracting a premium due to their perceived quality and appeal among global investors.

Better liquidity in offshore markets is further enhancing the attractiveness of BYD’s Hong Kong shares.

Citi cited a favourable export pattern for Chinese passenger vehicles in the first four months of 2025, which benefits BYD in particular.

Citi pointed to the growing momentum in plug-in hybrid exports and accelerating market share gains for BYD’s battery electric vehicles abroad.

Citi also assessed that BYD is best positioned among major automakers to withstand any potential price cuts in 2026, thanks to its economies of scale and diversified geographic sales mix.

BYD eclipses Tesla in future readiness

Further reinforcing its rise, BYD has overtaken Tesla in the global future readiness rankings published by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD).

The report measures a company’s capacity to anticipate and adapt to external changes.

IMD said Chinese dominance in the automotive sector is growing, with BYD, Geely, and Li Auto occupying three of the top four positions.

Earlier, BYD surpassed Tesla to become the world’s top EV seller.

In 2024, it reported $107 billion in revenue and delivered 4.27 million vehicles, far outpacing Tesla’s 1.79 million units and $97.7 billion in revenue, which marked its first annual sales decline.

BYD deepens its roots in Europe with Hungary expansion

BYD’s international ambitions continue to grow.

CEO Wang Chuanfu announced the establishment of a European centre in Hungary during a joint news conference with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

The new facility will create 2,000 jobs and serve as a hub for sales, after-sales services, testing, and the development of localised vehicle models.

Hungary, which has maintained close trade ties with China under Orban’s leadership, is already home to BYD’s European electric bus factory in Komarom.

A second plant for electric vehicle production is currently under construction, cementing BYD’s strategic position in the European market.

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European markets slipped on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions resurfaced and fresh inflation data from the UK cast doubt on the prospect of interest rate cuts.

Germany’s DAX declined 0.2%, France’s CAC 40 fell 0.3%, and the UK’s FTSE 100 lost 0.17% in early trade.

Sentiment was hit after US President Donald Trump’s latest attempt to mediate the war in Ukraine failed to yield any progress.

In a two-hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, Trump abandoned his earlier demand for a 30-day unconditional ceasefire—an approach that had been supported by Ukraine as a starting point for peace talks.

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius criticized the shift, saying, “Putin is clearly playing for time. Unfortunately, we have to say Putin is not really interested in peace.”

The setback in diplomatic efforts adds further strain to Kyiv, especially following Trump’s public rift with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy earlier this year.

Meanwhile, in economic developments, the UK reported a sharp jump in inflation.

April’s consumer price index rose 3.5% year-on-year, up from 2.6% in March, marking the highest level since January 2024.

The acceleration in inflation, driven by wage pressures and persistent service-sector costs, may complicate the Bank of England’s path to easing.

Markets had been pricing in the potential for two rate cuts by year-end, but Wednesday’s data now makes even one cut appear uncertain.

The inflation surprise, coupled with ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, weighed on risk appetite and added to the cautious tone across European equity markets.

Asia markets open mostly higher

Asia-Pacific markets were mostly higher on Wednesday, shrugging off Wall Street’s first loss in seven sessions.

Japan’s Nikkei 225 slipped 0.23% after official data showed exports declined for the second consecutive month, underscoring the impact of US President Donald Trump’s broad tariffs on Japanese trade.

South Korea’s Kospi rose 0.58%, and the tech-heavy Kosdaq outperformed with a 0.95% gain.

Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 advanced 0.43%, lifted by strength in energy and financial stocks.

Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index opened 0.45% higher, while mainland China’s CSI 300 was little changed in early trade.

US stocks on Tuesday

US stocks slipped on Tuesday as investors paused to reassess recent gains, with all three major indexes ending in the red despite paring intraday losses.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 114.83 points, or 0.3%, closing at 42,677.24. The Nasdaq Composite dropped 72.75 points, or 0.4%, to 19,142.71, while the S&P 500 declined 23.14 points, or 0.4%, to settle at 5,940.46.

Tuesday’s modest pullback followed a solid stretch of gains for equities, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 recently hitting their highest levels in nearly three months.

Traders appeared to take profits following the market’s rally from April lows, spurred by waning trade tensions and improving sentiment.

Still, caution lingered on the Street, as JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon flagged risks that may not be fully reflected in current valuations.

Speaking at the bank’s investor day, Dimon noted signs of investor complacency and warned about the potential impact of rising inflation and stagflation.

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Lucid Group stock price has bounced back and surged to its highest point since February 25. LCID soared by almost 50% from its lowest level this year, mirroring the performance of other companies like Tesla and Rivian Automotive. This article explores the recent earnings and whether this is a good time to buy the stock.

Why Lucid Group stock price has jumped

Lucid Group share price has rallied in the past few weeks as investors reacted to the recent earnings, which showed that the company’s business was doing well in a difficult environment. 

The numbers revealed that Lucid delivered 3,109 vehicles in the first quarter, up by 58% from the same period last year. This happened as the company produced 2,212 vehicles in the quarter, including 600 that were in transit to Saudi Arabia. 

Most importantly, the company grew its gross margin during the quarter to minus 97% from minus 134% in the same quarter a year earlier. This margin, however, was worse than minus 89%, which it had in the fourth quarter of last year.

Lucid Group EBITDA, a closely-watched figure, also improved to minus $563 million during the quarter. 

Therefore, analysts anticipate that LCID’s business will continue improving in the next few years as it works towards profitability. 

For example, the average revenue estimate from Wall Street investors is that its second-quarter revenue will be $288 million. They also expect that the earnings per share (EPS) will be a 22-cent loss, an improvement from the 31-cent loss in Q2’24.

Analysts are also optmistic that the annual revenue this year will also be strong. The average estimate is that the annual revenue will grow by 72% to $1.4 billion, followed by 95% growth in 2026. This growth will be because the management expects to ramp up production from 9,000 in 2024 to 20,000.

Lucid Group’s annual loss per share is expected to improve from $1.25 last year to 83 cents this year and 64 cents next year. As such, while Lucid Group’s cash incineration will continue, analysts expect the business to move in the right direction in the coming years.

Lucid Gravity sales 

The other reason why the Lucid stock price surged is the ongoing Gravity vehicle sales. Recent data shows that the SUV is starting to gain traction as the delivery started in December last year.

Gravity is a sports utility vehicle starting at $79,900, with the Touring version costing over $100,000. The company hopes that it will be the best electric SUV in the US as it competes with products made by companies like Rivian, Hyundai, Tesla, and General Motors. 

Lucid’s Gravity vehicle is a more premium vehicle than its competitors, meaning that it will mostly attract wealthy shoppers and executives. 

Lucid Group share price technical analysis

The daily chart shows that the LCID share price bottomed at $2, a level it has failed to move below since November last year. 

It is now attempting to move above the descending trendline that connects the highest swing since September 2023. Top oscillators like the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and the MACD have risen and are pointing upwards. 

Therefore, the Lucid stock price will likely have a bullish breakout, with the next level to watch being at $4.38, the highest swing on August 27, which is about 49% above the current level. A drop below the support at $2 will invalidate the bullish Lucid Group stock forecast, 

Read more: Lucid Group stock forecast ahead of earnings: buy, sell, or hold?

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