Morning Stock Movers: Square, Affirm, Parker-Hannifin, Carnival

Morning Stock Movers: Square, Affirm, Parker-Hannifin, Carnival

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The video discusses major business deals and market reactions. Square's $29 billion acquisition of Afterpay is highlighted, with concerns about the deal's valuation affecting Square's stock. Parker Hannifin's $9 billion acquisition of MBT in the UK is also covered, potentially doubling its aerospace business. The travel industry is examined, noting the impact of the Delta variant and the successful completion of cruises by Carnival and Norwegian. Miscellaneous updates include commentary on Lisa's whereabouts and upcoming Bloomberg programming.

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How did the stock performance of a firm compare to Square's performance following the acquisition news?

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What were the two significant developments in the cruise industry mentioned in the text?

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