G. Michael Sievert

October 8, 2026

Alaska Air Group to triple global routes with JAL partnership. Alaska Air Group's CEO stated the airline plans to triple its global routes with the help of a partnership with Japan Airlines. This expansion is a significant strategic move that could increase international revenue streams. Meanwhile, Susquehanna maintained a positive view on the stock but lowered its price target to $50, reflecting cautious expectations despite the growth plans.

October 17, 2026

Starbucks Faces Growing Problem Despite Returning Customers. Starbucks is dealing with a growing problem even as customers return, according to recent reports. The stock has risen 15% year‑to‑date, prompting questions about further upside. Jim Cramer noted that Starbucks can rise on its own, highlighting the company's resilience.

October 16, 2026

T-Mobile faces competition from Starlink as analysts discuss valuation. Recent articles compare T‑Mobile to Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite service, noting that Starlink aims to capture a share of the U.S. telecom market and that the German telecom chief said Starlink would need to match T‑Mobile’s roughly 85,000 antennas. Analysts also published a three‑year valuation estimate for T‑Mobile, while the average analyst price target remains around $237. These points highlight competitive pressure and valuation focus for the company.