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On February 11, 2026, Spotify Technology S.A. (NYSE: SPOT) finds itself at the center of the global financial stage. Following a blowout Q4 2025 earnings report released yesterday, the stock surged nearly 15%, catapulting the company's market capitalization to a staggering $98 billion. For years, the narrative surrounding Spotify was one of a "growth-at-all-costs" disruptor [...]
The company said that it is also engaged in a strategic dialogue with H&K to evaluate how its directed-energy and optical countermeasure technologies may complement established kinetic platforms.
Moelis delivered a strong Q4, with results that were above Wall Street expectations and a positive market reaction. Management attributed the quarter’s performance to robust M&A activity, a record year for its capital markets business, and double-digit increases in both average fees and completed transactions. CEO Navid Mahmoodzadegan highlighted that the firm’s momentum was supported by elevated client activity and a growing pipeline, emphasizing recent advisory roles in notable M&A transactions such as Netflix’s acquisition of Warner Bros. and high-profile capital structure assignments. The firm’s strategic investments in talent and technology, as well as the maturation of new Managing Directors, were also cited as key contributors to revenue growth and operating leverage.
Spotify stock soars as earnings beat estimates and management offers encouraging guidance. Here’s why SPOT shares are worth buying into the post-release strength.
