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Rivian is a battery electric vehicle automaker that sells its vehicles in the US and Canada. The company also develops electronic control units and related software for autos in a joint venture with Volkswagen. Rivian has multiple vehicles in its fleet, which include a luxury truck and full-size SUV and a delivery van. The company plans to begin selling a midsize SUV in 2026. Total deliveries were over 42,000 in 2025. Rivian is also developing autonomous driving software to be used in its vehicles and for robotaxis on the Uber ride-hailing network.

Magna International prides itself on an entrepreneurial culture and a corporate constitution that outlines the distribution of profits to various stakeholders. This automotive supplier's product groups include exteriors, interiors, seating, roof systems, body and chassis, powertrain, vision and electronic systems, closure systems, electric vehicle systems, tooling and engineering, and contract vehicle assembly. In 2025, 48.6% of Magna's USD 42 billion of revenue came from North America, while Europe accounted for approximately 38% and Asia the remainder. The firm's top six customers constituted 75.9% of revenue, with the top three being GM, Mercedes, and Ford. GM was the largest contributor at 15.6%. Magna was founded in 1957, has about 144,000 employees, and is based in Aurora, Ontario.

Mattel Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of a wide range of children's toys. Its most popular brands include Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, and American Girl. Mattel also develops and markets toys based on popular movies. In 2019, the company began the Mattel Film franchise, which includes films, television, digital gaming, and live events that have helped drive demand for its toys. Founded in 1945, the company is based in El Segundo, California, and has approximately 34,000 employees.

It's a new month, but the song remains the same for stocks, with shares generally higher at midday on Friday, albeit by modest amounts. Substantive headlines out of the Middle East are in short supply based on a seemingly bogged-down conflict. Still, oil prices are moving lower today on hopes that a resolution will be reached at some point and without further fighting. Meanwhile, earnings reports are getting their usual amount of attention. And the news has been generally good, especially from tech companies that have suffered at times this year based on bubble fears.