“2026 Best Airshow” to celebrate the freedom of flight as part of America’s 250th annviersary June 05, 2026 10:08 ET | Source: EAA
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From July 20-26, more than 10,000 aircraft and 700,000 people will descend upon Oshkosh, Wisconsin for the 73rd edition of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the annual fly-in convention of Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA). The week-long event—which was recently voted 2026 Best Airshow in the USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards—features air shows, aircraft displays, historical re-enactments, new product introductions and planes of every imaginable size and shape. Many of the attendees fly in and out, making Wittman Regional Airport the world’s busiest airport during that week.
As always, the “World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration” will feature a dazzling array of day and night air shows, historical re-enactments, and aerobatic flying demonstrations. It will also feature events celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, including vintage and modern military aircraft such as a B-52 bomber, F-35 fighter jet, C-5 transport, the huge NASA Super Guppy (pictured at left), plus aircraft from the USAF Pacific Air Forces; performances by the British Royal Air Force Red Arrows aerobatic team; and one of the world’s last two operational WWII B-29 bombers. In addition, the flight of the 2.5 millionth young person flown in EAA’s Young Eagles program will take place, piloted by ex-NFL All-Pro (and EAA member) Jimmy Graham. There will also be displays from major aviation manufacturers and innovators, including eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) craft; nightly activities at the EAA Theater in the Woods; and amazing array of current and historic military aircraft, including a “Pioneers of Flight” display (featuring aircraft from 1903-1927).
“There is no gathering of aircraft and people in one place that match what is found at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “If you like aviation, history, technology, or just an amazing week of flight and the people involved in it, you will discover it at Oshkosh during AirVenture week.”
Boeing will once again sponsor free admission for all patrons 18 and younger. Children can learn how to operate radio-controlled airplanes, experience flight simulators and take part in other hands-on activities at the popular KidVenture area at Pioneer Airport. In addition, EAA WomenVenture – featuring special presentations and seminars for women aviators and enthusiasts – will take place on Wednesday, July 22. Admission to the world-class EAA Aviation Museum is included as part of AirVenture admission, while flight experiences on a B-25, B-29, Ford Tri-Motor and Bell 47 Helicopter will be available on-site or nearby.
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About EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is the “World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration” and EAA’s yearly membership convention. Additional EAA AirVenture information, including advance ticket and camping purchases, is available online at www.eaa.org/airventure. EAA members receive lowest prices on admission rates. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 1-800-JOIN-EAA (1-800-564-6322) or visit www.eaa.org.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Historical and other photos are available at EAA’s media resources website.
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Super Guppy on Boeing Plaza NASA's Super Guppy will be on display at Boeing Plaza at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 Night Air Show Fireworks over 747 NIght Air Shows with fireworks are scheduled for Wednesday and Saturday night of EAA AirVenture Oshk...
Transaction results in the first independent Field Marketing Organization being part of a publicly traded company, with scalable, high-margin insurance and wealth management businesses
, /PRNewswire/ -- Nu Ride Inc. (OTC: NRDE) ("Nu Ride" or the "Company"), today announced it has entered into a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement to acquire, through its newly formed subsidiary Affinity Advisory Holding Corp, the outstanding membership interests of Affinity Advisory Network, LLC and AAN Wealth Advisors, LLC (collectively, "Affinity", and the "Transaction").
Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Ohio, Affinity operates an integrated platform combining insurance distribution and registered investment advisory services. Affinity supports a nationwide network of agents and advisors serving clients across more than 700 cities throughout the United States. Affinity has developed proprietary advisor training systems, lead generation infrastructure and client relationship management tools designed to support scalable growth and recurring client engagement.
Affinity generated over $3.5 million in revenue for the 12 months ended March 31, 2026 and the Company believes there will be multiple organic and inorganic growth opportunities over time.
Nu Ride CEO Alexander Matina commented, "We believe Affinity represents a highly attractive strategic acquisition for Nu Ride. The business has built a differentiated and scalable platform combining insurance distribution and wealth advisory capabilities with recurring agent and client relationships, strong operating margins and a highly scalable advisor network."
Mr. Matina continued, "Affinity's integrated platform, proprietary advisor training systems and national distribution footprint create a compelling foundation for continued growth. We believe the transaction provides Nu Ride with exposure to attractive long-term secular trends in retirement planning, wealth preservation and independent financial advisory services."
Robert Hall, Founder and President of Affinity, stated, "We are excited to partner with Nu Ride and believe this transaction positions Affinity for its next phase of growth. Nu Ride provides strategic capital and long-term support and vision that we believe will help accelerate expansion of our advisor network, client relationships and integrated planning platform while maintaining the high-touch client service model that has defined our business."
Transaction Overview
Under the terms of the transaction, Nu Ride will acquire Affinity for approximately $9.6 million, consisting of $6.72 million in cash, 80,000 shares of Nu Ride Class A common stock and future earnout payments of up to $1.312 million. Robert Hall will also retain a 15% ownership interest, through Affinity Advisory Holding Corp., and will continue to lead Affinity following the closing. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
Additional details regarding the transaction will be included in a Current Report on Form 8-K to be filed by Nu Ride with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
About Nu Ride
Additional information about the Company is available on the Company's website (www.nurideinc.com) and in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, available at www.sec.gov/edgar.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. You can identify these statements by our use of the words "believes," "expects," "intends," "will," and similar expressions that do not relate to historical matters. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. You should exercise caution in interpreting and relying on forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, including the risk that the pending Transaction may not be consummated on the terms described in this press release or at all, or if consummated, the risks associated with the Company failing to realize the anticipated benefits of the Transaction, which are, in some cases, beyond the Company's control and could materially affect actual results, performance, or achievements. Other important risk factors that may affect the Company's business, results of operations and financial position are detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable law.
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CIM Group announced today that it has sold Best Buy Plaza, an approximately 177,434-square-foot retail shopping center located at 9358 N. Central Expressway in North Dallas.
CIM Group acquired Best Buy Plaza in 2016. Situated on a 14.61-acre site approximately seven miles north of the Dallas Central Business District, Best Buy Plaza was constructed in 1995 and benefits from a prominent location along the heavily trafficked North Central Expressway. The center serves several highly regarded residential communities including Highland Park, University Park and Preston Hollow.
During its ownership, CIM Group invested in the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the property through a program of capital improvements supported by CIM’s property management and marketing teams. The shopping center is 100% leased and anchored by Best Buy, with additional tenants including Dick’s Sporting Goods, Total Wine, Cavender’s and Hyper Kidz.
CIM Group was represented by JLL in the transaction.
For over 30 years, CIM Group has applied its community-focused investing approach by utilizing its broad expertise in owning, developing, repositioning, and operating real estate assets to enhance communities throughout the Americas.
About CIM Group
CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender and developer. Since 1994, CIM has sought to create value in projects and positively impact the lives of people in communities across the Americas by delivering more than $60 billion of essential real estate and infrastructure projects. CIM’s diverse team of experts applies its broad knowledge and disciplined approach through hands-on management of real assets from due diligence to operations through disposition. CIM strives to make a meaningful difference in the world by executing key environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives and enhancing each community in which it invests. For more information, visit www.cimgroup.com.
The Dogcatcher Top Ten-Year Dividend Dogs list identifies 90 high-yield stocks, with 24 'safer' names meeting the ideal of dividends from $1K invested exceeding share price. Analyst estimates project average net gains of 51.29% by March 2027 for the top ten, with risk/volatility 25% below the market. Five lowest-priced top-yield dogs are expected to deliver 41.55% net gains, outperforming the full top ten's 33.10% by March 2027.
CIM-C (CIM.PR.C) preferred shares offer an 11.05% stripped yield and compelling value after recent underperformance versus peers. Recent volatility in CIM-C is atypical, creating a near-term opportunity for yield-focused investors seeking less price risk than common shares. CIM-C's relative valuation gap and higher yield suggest potential for outperformance as prices revert to the mean.
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 8, 2026) - Military Metals Corp. (CSE: MILI) (OTCQB: MILIF) (FSE: QN90) (the "Company" or "MILI") is pleased to announce the completion of a maiden Inferred Mineral Resource estimate (MRE) of 6.5 Mt at 1.02% Sb and 1.06 g/t Au for 67 thousand tonnes (kt) of antimony and 222 thousand ounces (koz) of gold at the Company's wholly owned flagship Trojárová Project (the "Project") in Western Slovakia.
Highlights:
Inferred Mineral Resource of 6.5 Mt at 1.02% Sb and 1.06 g/t Au for 67 kt of antimony and 222 koz of gold (Table 1)Resource estimate incorporated 53 diamond drill holes totaling 7,167 m of drilling and 55 intervals of underground chip samples totaling 202 m Historical MRE is now replaced by a modern MRE that is prepared in accordance with the 2014 Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum ("CIM") Definition Standards (CIM, 2014) and the CIM Best Practice Guidelines of Mineral Resources and Reserves (2019) Scott Eldridge, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, commented, "The maiden mineral resource estimate of the Trojárová Project firmly underpins the value of Military Metals. Following our 2025 confirmation drilling campaign Trojárová has emerged as the largest antimony resource in the European union that is defined by a modern regulatory standard 1, and among the largest antimony resources globally. At a time when the need for secure, domestically sourced critical minerals is more pressing than ever, these results strengthen the project's potential importance to, and alignment with, the EU's objective of building a dependable, home-grown supply of critical raw materials."
1The Company defines "a modern regulatory standard" as NI 43-101, JORC, or S-K 1300 disclosure standards.
Table 1 - Trojárová Mineral Resource Estimate - April 6, 2026
The Mineral Resource Estimate was completed by SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. ("SLR") in accordance with the 2014 Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum ("CIM") Definition Standards and the CIM Best Practice Guidelines of Mineral Resources and Reserves (2019).SLR is independent of Military Metals Corp.The Mineral Resource is reported on a 100% ownership basis.Mineral Resources are estimated at a cut-off grade of 0.8% SbEq.The formula for SbEq is SbEq = Sb % + (Au g/t * 0.562).Mineral Resources are estimated using a long-term antimony price of US$29,000 per tonne and a gold price of US$3,000 per ounce.A uniform bulk density of 2.82 t/m3 was applied based on the length-weighted mean from laboratory density determinations from the Project's main mineralized zone.Metallurgical recovery is 85% for antimony and 85% for gold.The Mineral Resource excludes a 50 m crown pillar.Resource estimation domains were modelled to a 2.0 m minimum width.Totals may vary due to rounding.The 2026 Trojárová Mineral Resource Estimate
The maiden Mineral Resource Estimate ("MRE") incorporates all historical and modern drilling completed on the project, as well as historical underground sampling, comprising 53 diamond drill holes totaling 7,167 m and 55 underground face chip sampling intervals totaling 202 m. Three historical drill holes without analytical results available were excluded. Six mineralization wireframes, each supported by a minimum of two drill holes, were manually built based on a 0.1% SbEq threshold. A minimum wireframe width of 2.0 m was applied to all zones. Mineral Resources above the 0.8% SbEq cut-off were reported in four of the six mineralization wireframes (Figure 1).
Inferred Mineral Resources correspond to areas supported by at least two drill holes with nominal drill spacing of no more than 150 m. Classification boundaries were locally refined manually to reflect geological interpretation, grade continuity, and zone thickness.
The MRE is constrained within estimation domains meeting a 2.0 m minimum mining width. A 50 m crown pillar was also excluded from the MRE.
Resource classification follows the CIM (2014) Definition Standards. Modeling and estimation were completed in Leapfrog Geo and Leapfrog Edge, and validation included database checks, wireframe-to-block volume comparisons, statistical reviews, and visual inspections on sections, plans, and longitudinal sections. Reporting assumes an antimony price of US $29,000 per tonne and a gold price of US$3,000/oz, with an effective date of April 6th, 2026.
The average grade, minimum mining width and other results or assumptions above do not guarantee future production.
Figure 1: Trojárová deposit showing Inferred Mineral Resources above cut off (grey), and mineralization wireframes (red)
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Exploration Growth Potential
To date no significant mineralization has been intersected beyond the boundaries of the current Inferred Mineral Resource estimate. However, mineral exploration beyond these boundaries has also been limited. There is geological evidence of the mineralizing structure or other sympathetic structures continuing northward along strike within the boundaries of the Trojárová project. Additional exploration along this corridor could identify targets for future drilling. Furthermore, the Inferred Mineral Resource is open to depth, where additional drilling has the potential to incorporate additional volume into future mineral resource estimates.
About the Trojárová Project
Discovered in the late 1970s, Trojárová was the focus of extensive surface and underground exploration over a 2 km strike length from 1983 to 1995, including 66 diamond drill holes for a total of 9,049 m and 1.7 km of underground workings. Efforts continued over the years as additional trenches were dug, and holes were drilled. Starting in 1990, underground development began, ultimately comprising a 300-metre-long adit connected to a 700-plus-metre-long drive in the footwall of the mineralized zone, with seven crosscuts into the mineralized zone for sampling.
These efforts culminated in a comprehensive study comprising drill logs, analyses, drill plans, maps and sections, deposit model studies, petrographic studies, metallurgical studies and more, now detailed in a multi-volume compendium of reports produced by the Slovak Geological Institute published in 1992.
The historical work carried out appears comprehensive, detailed and at a professional standard. The Company considers this historical data relevant, as it will use it as a guide to plan future exploration programs and informs the Inferred Mineral Resource estimate. The Company also considers the data to be reliable for these purposes.
The Company completed a confirmation drilling campaign in the winter of 2025 to validate historical work. Seven diamond drill holes totaling 1,383 m were drilled (Figure 2).
Figure 2: Map of Military Metals' Trojárová Project, Western Slovakia.
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Qualified Person
The Mineral Resource estimate was prepared by Luke Evans, M.Sc., P.Eng., Principal Resource Geologist, Global Technical Director, Geology Group Leader for SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. It is reported in accordance with the CIM Definition Standards (2014). The scientific and technical information in this news release related to the Trojárová Mineral Resource estimate has been reviewed and approved by Mr. Evans, who is independent of Military Metals Corp. and a "Qualified Person" under National Instrument 43-101.
SLR is unaware of any environmental, permitting, legal, title, taxation, socio-political, marketing, or other relevant issues that could materially affect the Mineral Resource estimate.
David Murray, P.Geo., Vice President of Exploration at Military Metals Corp. a "Qualified Person" under National Instrument 43-101, has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information in this press release.
A technical report will be prepared by Qualified Persons in accordance with the requirements of NI 43-101 and will be filed on SEDAR+ within 45 days of this press release.
About Military Metals Corp.
The Company is a British Columbia-based mineral exploration company that is primarily engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties with a focus on antimony.
For more information about Military Metals Corp. and its critical minerals initiatives, please visit: https://www.militarymetalscorp.com.
This news release contains "forward-looking information." Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved, the continuation of the value of antimony, and the future needs of Europe and the E.U. specifically. A variety of factors, including known and unknown risks, many of which are beyond our control, could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information in this news release. These include geopolitical developments related to the supply and value of antimony, the continued use of antimony and availability of alternatives, availability of capital and labour in respect of the property that is the subject of this news release, the results of any future exploration activities, which cannot be guaranteed, and any other future activities in respect of the property held by the Target. Additional risk factors can also be found in the Company's public filings under the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca. Forward-looking statements contained herein are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if circumstances, management's estimates or opinions should change, except as required by securities legislation. Accordingly, the reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.
The Canadian Securities Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the information contained herein and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chimera Investment Corporation (NYSE: CIM) announced today that it will release financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 before the market opens on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
The company will host a conference call and live webcast to discuss the results at 8:30 a.m. ET the same day.
Replay Information
U.S. Toll Free: (877) 660-6853
International: (201) 612-7415
Conference ID: 13759190
A replay of the call will be available for a limited time and can be accessed via the dial-in numbers above or through the webcast archive on the company’s website.
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About Chimera Investment Corporation
Chimera is a diversified real estate company that invests in, originates, and manages primarily residential real estate assets. The assets we may invest in and manage, through our wholly-owned subsidiary Palisades Advisory Services, LLC, for others include residential mortgage loans, Non-Agency RMBS, Agency RMBS, BPLs (including RTLs) and investor loans, MSRs and other real estate-related assets such as Agency CMBS, junior liens and HELOCs, equity appreciation rights, and reverse mortgages. Also, through our wholly-owned subsidiary, HomeXpress Mortgage Corp., we originate non-QM residential mortgage loans (both consumer and business purpose) as well as QM residential mortgage loans. Chimera was incorporated in Maryland on June 1, 2007 and started trading on the NYSE in November 2007, and is structured as an internally managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
Please visit www.chimerareit.com for additional information about the Company.
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Chimera Investment Corporation (“Chimera”) announced the declaration of its second quarter cash dividend of $0.50 per share of 8.00% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock. The dividend is payable June 30, 2026 to preferred shareholders of record on June 1, 2026. The ex-dividend date is June 1, 2026.
The Board of Directors of Chimera also announced the declaration of its second quarter cash dividend of $0.6095 per share of 8.00% Series B Fixed-to-Floating Rate Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, which reflects a rate of 9.75222% equal to three-month CME Term SOFR (plus a spread adjustment of 0.26161%) on the dividend determination date plus a spread of 5.791%. The dividend is payable June 30, 2026 to preferred shareholders of record on June 1, 2026. The ex-dividend date is June 1, 2026.
The Board of Directors of Chimera also announced the declaration of its second quarter cash dividend of $0.5561 per share of 7.75% Series C Fixed-to-Floating Rate Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, which reflects a rate of 8.70422%, equal to three-month CME Term SOFR (plus a spread adjustment of 0.26161%) on the dividend determination date plus a spread of 4.743%. The dividend is payable June 30, 2026 to preferred shareholders of record on June 1, 2026. The ex-dividend date is June 1, 2026.
The Board of Directors of Chimera also announced the declaration of its second quarter cash dividend of $0.5967 per share of 8.00% Series D Fixed-to-Floating Rate Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, which reflects a rate of 9.34022%, equal to three-month CME Term SOFR (plus a spread adjustment of 0.26161%) on the dividend determination date plus a spread of 5.379%. The dividend is payable June 30, 2026 to preferred shareholders of record on June 1, 2026. The ex-dividend date is June 1, 2026.
About Chimera Investment Corporation
Chimera is a diversified real estate company that invests in, originates, and manages primarily residential real estate assets. The assets we may invest in for ourselves and manage for others through our wholly-owned subsidiary Palisades Advisory Services, LLC, include residential mortgage loans, Non-Agency RMBS, Agency RMBS, RTLs, Investor Loans, MSRs and other real estate-related assets such as Agency CMBS, junior liens and HELOCs, equity appreciation rights, and reverse mortgages. Also, through our wholly-owned subsidiary, HomeXpress Mortgage Corp., we primarily originate non-QM residential mortgage loans (both consumer loans and Investor Loans) as well as a smaller amount of QM residential mortgage loans. Chimera was incorporated in Maryland on June 1, 2007 and started trading on the NYSE in November 2007, and is structured as an internally managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
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In this press release references to “we,” “us,” “our,” “Chimera,” or “the Company” refer to Chimera Investment Corporation and its subsidiaries unless specifically stated otherwise or the context otherwise indicates. This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including as related to the expected impact. Actual results may differ from expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, readers should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Words such as “goal,” “expect,” “target,” “assume,” “estimate,” “project,” “budget,” “forecast,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “may,” “would,” “will,” “could,” “should,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” “continue,” or similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expected results, including, among other things, those described in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, and any subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, under the caption “Risk Factors.” Factors that could cause actual results to differ include, but are not limited to: our ability to obtain funding on favorable terms and access the capital markets; our ability to achieve optimal levels of leverage and effectively manage our liquidity; changes in inflation, the yield curve, interest rates and mortgage prepayment rates; our ability to manage credit risk related to our investments and comply with the Dodd-Frank Act and related laws and regulations relating to credit risk retention for securitizations; rates of default, delinquencies, forbearance, deferred payments or decreased recovery rates on our investments; the concentration of properties securing our securities and residential loans in a small number of geographic areas; our ability to execute on our business and investment strategy; our ability to determine accurately the fair market value of our assets; changes in our industry, the general economy or geopolitical conditions, including the ongoing conflicts involving the U.S. in the Middle East; our ability to successfully integrate and realize the anticipated benefits of any acquisitions, including the acquisition of HomeXpress; our ability to originate or acquire quality and profitable loans at an appropriate and consistent cost; our ability to sell the loans that we originate or acquire; our ability to refinance or obtain additional liquidity for borrowing; our ability to manage, maintain and expand our relationships with our clients, the independent mortgage brokers and bankers; our ability to operate our investment management and advisory services and manage any regulatory rules and conflicts of interest; the degree to which our hedging strategies may or may not be effective; our ability to effect our strategy to securitize residential mortgage loans; our ability to compete with competitors and source target assets at attractive prices; the ability of servicers and other third parties to perform their services at a high level and comply with applicable law and expanding regulations; our dependence on information technology and its susceptibility to cyber-attacks; the development, proliferation and use of artificial intelligence; our ability to find and retain qualified executive officers and key personnel; our ability to comply with extensive government regulation, including, but not limited to, federal and state consumer lending regulations; the impact of and changes in governmental regulations, tax law and rates, accounting guidance, refinancing and borrowing guidelines and similar matters; our ability to maintain our exemption from registration under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended; our ability to maintain our classification as a real estate investment trust for U.S. federal income tax purposes; the volatility of the market price and trading volume of our shares; and our ability to make distributions to our stockholders in the future.
Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Chimera does not undertake or accept any obligation to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based. Additional information concerning these and other risk factors is contained in Chimera’s most recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements concerning Chimera or matters attributable to Chimera or any person acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above.
Readers are advised that any financial information in this press release is based on Company data available at the time of this press release and, in certain circumstances, may not have been audited by Chimera’s independent auditors.
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chimera Investment Corporation (NYSE: CIM) today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Executive Summary: Metric Value Q1 2026 GAAP Net Income (Loss) $(65) million, or $(0.78) per diluted common share Earnings Available for Distribution (1) $46 million, or $0.54 per diluted common share GAAP Book Value per common share $18.34 per common share Economic Return (2) (4.6)% (1) Earnings available for distribution per adjusted dilut.
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Chimera Investment Corp. (CIM) Preferred A (CIM-A) offers a compelling 9.3% yield and 16% capital gains potential, driven by strong Q1 fundamentals. mREIT preferreds, especially CIM-A, benefit from significant overcollateralization and equity issuance, making them notably safer than their common equity counterparts. CIM-A trades at a substantial discount to par versus pari-passu peers, providing superior total return potential despite similar risk profiles.
Chimera Investment Corporation offers a diversified mortgage REIT portfolio with $16B in assets and a $1.09B market cap. CIM's capital structure features a recourse leverage ratio of 2.9x and total leverage of 5.2x, with strong baby bond and preferred stock buffers. CIM instruments appeal to yield-seeking investors, balancing high current income with moderate risk, though leverage and rate sensitivity warrant monitoring.
Dividend Maintained at $0.45 Per Share, Reflecting an Annualized Rate of $1.80 Per Share
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Chimera Investment Corporation (“Chimera”) has declared its second quarter cash dividend of $0.45 per common share, consistent with the first quarter 2026 dividend and in line with the Board’s previously stated expectation to maintain the $0.45 quarterly dividend throughout 2026.
The dividend is payable on July 31, 2026 to common shareholders of record on June 30, 2026. The ex-dividend date is June 30, 2026.
About Chimera Investment Corporation
Chimera is a diversified real estate company that invests in, originates, and manages primarily residential real estate assets. The assets we may invest in for ourselves and manage for others through our wholly-owned subsidiary Palisades Advisory Services, LLC, include residential mortgage loans, Non-Agency RMBS, Agency RMBS, RTLs, Investor Loans, MSRs and other real estate-related assets such as Agency CMBS, junior liens and HELOCs, equity appreciation rights, and reverse mortgages. Also, through our wholly-owned subsidiary, HomeXpress Mortgage Corp., we primarily originate non-QM residential mortgage loans (both consumer loans and Investor Loans) as well as a smaller amount of QM residential mortgage loans. Chimera was incorporated in Maryland on June 1, 2007 and started trading on the NYSE in November 2007, and is structured as an internally managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CIM Group and Centennial Yards Company announced today that award-winning pizzeria Varuni Napoli will be the latest restaurant to join the Entertainment District at Centennial Yards, the $5 billion, 50-acre mixed-use redevelopment transforming Downtown Atlanta.
"Chef Luca Varuni’s passion for authentic cooking and his ability to create a welcoming, high-energy environment make Varuni Napoli a natural fit for our vision."
Share Founded by Naples native Chef Luca Varuni, the acclaimed Atlanta-based pizzeria is known for its Neapolitan pies crafted with premium ingredients and time-honored techniques. Varuni Napoli debuted its flagship Midtown location in 2014, followed by a second outpost at Krog Street Market in 2017, and a third location will be open this coming July in Dunwoody, building a devoted following through its commitment to authentic cooking and quality.
Marking its first Downtown Atlanta location, Varuni Napoli will extend its legacy at Centennial Yards with signature 900-degree wood-fired ovens and an unwavering dedication to traditional craftsmanship. Renowned for delivering a true taste of Naples through handcrafted pizzas and an immersive dining experience, its arrival represents an exciting addition to the district—further elevating Centennial Yards as a premier destination for dining, retail, and hospitality in the heart of the city.
“Varuni Napoli is more than just a pizzeria—it’s a celebration of Italian culture and community,” said Brian McGowan, President of Centennial Yards Company. “Chef Luca Varuni’s passion for authentic cooking and his ability to create a welcoming, high-energy environment make Varuni Napoli a natural fit for our vision. As we thoughtfully curate a dynamic mix of culinary offerings, its commitment to tradition and quality makes it an exceptional addition to the diverse dining experiences we’re building at Centennial Yards.”
“Bringing the spirit of Naples to the heart of Downtown Atlanta at Centennial Yards is an exciting opportunity. I love the vision and high energy of this project, and I believe it will work great with the high energy we are known for,” said Chef Luca Varuni, founder of Varuni Napoli. “Our mission has always been to share our culture and authentic flavors and hospitality of my home with Atlanta. We look forward to being part of this historic redevelopment and creating new memories for residents and visitors alike.”
The Downtown menu will feature fan favorites such as the Bastardo, topped with fresh mozzarella and spicy nduja, and the Oro Bianco, featuring black truffle oil and buffalo ricotta, alongside artisanal salads, Italian appetizers like arancini and burrata and a curated selection of Italian wines and craft beers.
Varuni Napoli joins a growing roster of local icons, including The Busy Bee Café, Chops Lobster Bar, and Khao Thai Isan, further diversifying the culinary scene at Centennial Yards. The Entertainment District is rapidly gaining momentum with Cosm, Shake Shack, and The Irish Exit all slated to open in 2026. In 2027, the 5,300-seat Live Nation music venue and a 261-key Virgin Hotels, will add to the Entertainment District’s offering. The 7.5-acre Entertainment District sits within the broader 50-acre Centennial Yards development, which is revitalizing underutilized land in the heart of Downtown Atlanta into a dynamic destination for dining, retail and hospitality.
“Varuni Napoli brings the authentic spirit and tradition of Neapolitan cuisine to Centennial Yards,” said Shaul Kuba, Co-Founder and Principal, CIM Group. “We’re excited to introduce a taste of Italy in the heart of downtown, just steps from Atlanta’s major sports venues, while continuing to curate a welcoming district that reflects the energy and diversity of the city.”
Centennial Yards Company was created by CIM Group to act as the owner and master developer of Centennial Yards. As one of the largest and most ambitious city-center developments in the country, Centennial Yards connects surrounding communities and creates several new city blocks at the junction of the rail lines where the city was founded.
To learn more about Centennial Yards, visit centennialyards.com
ABOUT CENTENNIAL YARDS
Centennial Yards is a $5 billion transformational mixed-use development in Atlanta, the Southeast’s biggest and most influential market. As one of the largest city-center developments in the country, it is revitalizing 50 acres of underutilized land into 8 million square feet of world-class commercial, residential, and retail space, creating a vibrant public realm at the junction where the city was founded. For more information, visit www.centennialyards.com.
ABOUT CIM GROUP
CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender and developer. Since 1994, CIM has sought to create value in projects and positively impact the lives of people in communities across the Americas by delivering more than $60 billion of essential real estate and infrastructure projects. For more information, visit www.cimgroup.com.
Also new to the lineup for a limited time: a refreshing KFC Signature Prickly Pear Lemonade*, made for the season PLANO, Texas, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Forget Dads and Grads, KFC has pickles and pears. Back by popular demand, KFC's bringing back their fan favorite fried pickles.
A month has gone by since the last earnings report for Yum Brands (YUM - Free Report) . Shares have lost about 6% in that time frame, underperforming the S&P 500.
But investors have to be wondering, will the recent negative trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Yum due for a breakout? Well, first let's take a quick look at its latest earnings report in order to get a better handle on the recent drivers for Yum! Brands, Inc. before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late.
YUM Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates on Taco Bell Sales and Digital GrowthYum! Brands delivered first-quarter 2026 results, wherein both earnings and revenues surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.50, up 15.4% year over year and above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.39 by 7.9%. Revenues increased 15.2% to $2.06 billion and topped the $2.01 billion estimate by 2.6%.
Results were powered by Taco Bell’s standout 8% same-store sales gain, while worldwide system sales grew 6% excluding foreign currency translation, signaling steady demand across much of the portfolio.
YUM Starts 2026 With Solid Global MomentumYUM’s top-line strength extended beyond a single brand. Worldwide same-store sales grew 3% in the quarter, complementing system sales growth and underscoring a consumer environment that remained supportive for the company’s quick-service concepts.
Expansion also contributed. Unit count increased 5% year over year, supported by 1,030 gross new units opened in the quarter, keeping development activity aligned with the company’s long-term growth algorithm.
Yum! Brands Builds on KFC's Scale and ProfitabilityKFC continued to be a steady growth and cash-generation engine. The division’s restaurant count climbed 7% year over year to 34,332, reflecting broad-based expansion across markets.
Operationally, KFC delivered higher profitability. For first-quarter 2026, revenues from KFC totaled $879 million, up 14% from the prior-year quarter. Our model predicted the metric to increase 13.2% year over year. Comps in the division rose 2% year over year.
Franchise and property revenues rose 13% to $461 million, while operating profit increased 16% to $383 million. Operating margin improved 70 basis points to 43.6%, helped by stronger company-owned restaurant margins of 10.3%, up 100 basis points.
YUM Leans on Taco Bell for Consistent GrowthTaco Bell extended its growth streak with continued brand momentum. The division’s restaurant base increased 3% to 9,021, reflecting ongoing development progress even as the concept remained in a relatively mature stage in the United States.
Financial performance stayed firm. Taco Bell's revenues were $797 million, up 21% from the year-ago quarter's levels. Our model predicted the metric to increase 8.5% year over year. Comps in the segment increased 8%.
System sales increased 10% to $4,394 million, and franchise and property revenues advanced 7% to $251 million. Operating profit rose 16% to $281 million, though operating margin declined 150 basis points to 35.2%, suggesting less favorable cost leverage. The division opened 30 gross new restaurants and U.S. company-owned restaurant margins were 23.9%.
Yum! Brands Sees Pizza Hut Pressure, Habit ImprovesPizza Hut produced mixed results, with global stability masking notable regional divergence. The division’s restaurant count edged up 1% to 19,944, while system sales increased 3% to $3,114 million and same-store sales were flat overall. At Pizza Hut, revenues amounted to $253 million, up 10% year over year. Our model predicted Pizza Hut revenues to increase 1.8% year over year. Comps in the quarter were flat year over year.
Profitability weakened at Pizza Hut, with operating profit down 14% to $64 million and operating margin contracting to 25.4%. Regionally, U.S. system sales declined 6% excluding foreign currency translation, while China system sales rose 8% on the same basis. Pizza Hut opened 346 gross new restaurants.
At Habit Burger & Grill, system sales increased 7% and same-store sales grew 5%, supported by six gross new restaurant openings. In the first quarter, the Habit Burger Grill division’s revenues amounted to $130 million compared with $128 million reported in the prior-year quarter. Our model predicted the metric to be $129.4 million. Comps in the division grew 5% year over year.
YUM Highlights Cash Generation and Notable ItemsBelow the segment line, YUM reported GAAP net income of $432 million and GAAP diluted earnings of $1.55 per share.
Cash flow remained supportive of capital returns. Net cash provided by operating activities totaled $416 million, while capital spending was $75 million. The company repurchased $185 million of stock and paid $207 million in dividends, with dividends declared at $0.75 per share. On the balance sheet, cash and cash equivalents were $689 million at quarter's end, long-term debt totaled $10.21 billion and short-term borrowings rose to $1.74 billion from $38 million at Dec. 31, 2025.
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?It turns out, estimates revision have trended upward during the past month.
VGM ScoresAt this time, Yum has a nice Growth Score of B, a score with the same score on the momentum front. However, the stock was allocated a grade of D on the value side, putting it in the bottom 40% for this investment strategy.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of C. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
OutlookEstimates have been broadly trending upward for the stock, and the magnitude of these revisions looks promising. Interestingly, Yum has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). We expect an in-line return from the stock in the next few months.
Yum Brands is in exclusive talks to sell its Pizza Hut chain to LongRange Capital, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Yum! Brands is in exclusive talks to sell Pizza Hut to LongRange Capital, with potential deal value estimated at $3.6–$4.3 billion. Proceeds from the sale could reduce YUM's net LT debt from ~$9.3B to ~$5.3B, lowering leverage to ~1.7x TTM EBITDA and enabling M&A, buybacks, and dividends. Post-sale, YUM's pro forma EBITDA is projected at ~$2.8B, supporting a price target of $173 and an upside of nearly 18% at $147 per share.
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Stock to Watch: Yum Brands (YUM - Free Report) Yum! Brands, Inc. is headquartered in Louisville, KY. The company, formerly Tricon Global Restaurants, spun off from PepsiCo in October 1997. Yum! Brands develops, operates and franchises quick-service restaurant brands and is a global leader in multi-branding.
YUM is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.
Additionally, the company could be a top pick for growth investors. YUM has a Growth Style Score of B, forecasting year-over-year earnings growth of 11.9% for the current fiscal year.
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With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Growth and VGM Style Scores, YUM should be on investors' short list.
Yum Brands is reportedly nearing a potential deal to sell Pizza Hut to LongRange Capital Yum Brands is reportedly in exclusive talks to sell Pizza Hut to private-equity firm LongRange Capital, according to a report citing a source familiar with the matter.
The potential transaction would mark a significant shift for one of America's most recognizable pizza chains and underscores growing consolidation across the restaurant industry as operators navigate slowing consumer demand and higher costs.
The discussions could result in a deal within several weeks, although no agreement has been reached and there is no guarantee the talks will lead to a transaction, Reuters reported Friday.
PIZZA HUT TO CLOSE AROUND 250 LOCATIONS
Yum said last year it was evaluating strategic alternatives for Pizza Hut, including a potential sale, as the chain worked to reverse a prolonged sales slump.
A Pizza Hut restaurant in New York. (Michael Nagle/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
According to Reuters, Pizza Hut generated about 12% of Yum's revenue in 2025 and has reported declining U.S. comparable sales for 10 straight quarters.
Reuters previously reported that LongRange Capital was among several firms interested in acquiring Pizza Hut. Apollo Global Management and Sycamore Partners were also reported to have explored potential bids for the chain.
RED LOBSTER TO CLOSE TIMES SQUARE RESTAURANT AFTER MORE THAN 20 YEARS
Yum said last year it was evaluating strategic alternatives for Pizza Hut. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
The reported talks come as restaurant companies face softer consumer demand and elevated operating costs, creating potential turnaround opportunities for investors focused on established brands.
Pizza Hut rival Papa John's has also drawn acquisition interest. Reuters reported earlier this month that investment firm Irth Capital Management was working with the company's largest U.S. franchisee on a proposal to take the pizza chain private.
Ticker Security Last Change Change % YUM YUM! BRANDS INC. 153.27 +2.19 +1.45% BAHAMA BREEZE TO CLOSE ALL ITS RESTAURANTS
Shares of Yum Brands rose roughly 3% in extended trading following reports of the discussions. Shares are down about 2.5% year to date.
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The potential Pizza Hut sale highlights how major restaurant brands are increasingly evaluating strategic transactions to improve performance and shareholder returns in a challenging operating environment.
Skeans spent more than 25 years with Yum! Brands and was instrumental in shaping the company’s business, culture and leadership
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced that Tracy Skeans, Chief Operating Officer and Chief People & Culture Officer, plans to retire after more than 25 years with the company. Skeans will remain in her current role through late this year, after which she will move into an advisory position.
“Over a remarkable 25-year career at Yum!, Tracy has been instrumental in shaping the company’s operational excellence model, culture, talent and long-term growth strategy,” said Chris Turner, Chief Executive Officer of Yum! Brands. “She spent more than a decade leading and growing the Pizza Hut business, ultimately serving as President of Pizza Hut International before joining the Yum! Brands executive leadership team. Having worked alongside Tracy for several years, I’ve seen firsthand the leadership, wisdom and heart she brings to every conversation and decision. Tracy has led Yum! through some of the most important moments in our history, including our transformation into a more focused, asset-light global franchisor, all while advancing enterprise capabilities, culture and talent across our global system. Her impact on Yum! will be felt for years to come.”
Skeans built an impressive career since joining Yum! Brands in 2000 as a finance analyst, steadily advancing through leadership roles and consistently delivering results at the intersection of talent, culture, finance and strategy.
After holding a series of senior finance and people leadership roles at Pizza Hut, Skeans became Chief People Officer for Pizza Hut U.S. and later Global Chief People Officer, where she helped shape the evolution of Yum! Brands’ international business structure into separate global brand divisions for KFC and Pizza Hut. She later served as President of Pizza Hut International, overseeing a business spanning more than 85 countries and thousands of restaurants worldwide.
In 2016, Skeans joined the Yum! Brands executive leadership team as Chief Transformation & People Officer, helping lead the company’s transition to a pure-play franchisor while advancing the company’s talent and culture strategy. In the years that followed, she played a central role guiding the company through the COVID-19 pandemic, the integration of Habit Burger & Grill and broader business transformation efforts across Yum! Brands’ global system.
Today, as Chief Operating Officer and Chief People & Culture Officer, Skeans has global responsibility for leading cross-brand collaboration on operational execution and people capability.
“Yum! has been a defining part of my career for more than 25 years, and I’m proud to have helped shape the company through some of its most important moments of growth and transformation,” said Skeans. “Together with the leadership team, franchisees and colleagues around the world, we’ve strengthened the business, advanced the capabilities that support our global system and reinforced a culture that makes Yum! such a special place. I look forward to supporting a seamless transition and the company’s continued success.”
Skeans’ responsibilities will transition to the company’s next Chief People & Culture Officer and Chief Scale Officer. Yum! Brands is working to fill both roles. Skeans will assist in the transition in her advisory role through early 2028.
About Yum! Brands
Yum! Brands, Inc., and its subsidiaries franchise or operate more than 63,000 restaurants in 155 countries and territories under its iconic brands — KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill. KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut are global leaders in the chicken, Mexican-inspired food and pizza categories, respectively. Habit is a fast-casual concept known for fresh, cooked-to-order food.
Fueled by Yum!’s Recipe for Good Growth, KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut led Entrepreneur's 2026 Franchise 500 rankings and its Top Global Franchises 2025 list. In 2026, Yum!’s unrivaled culture and talent led it to be named one of TIME magazine’s list of Best Companies for Future Leaders for the third consecutive year.
Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced that Tracy Skeans, Chief Operating Officer and Chief People & Culture Officer, plans to retire after more than 25 years with the company. Skeans will remain in her current role through late this year, after which she will move into an advisory position.
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Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) on June 2 announced that Tracy Skeans, Chief Operating Officer and Chief People & Culture Officer, plans to retire after more than 25 years with the company. Skeans will remain in her current role through late this year, after which she will move into an advisory position.
“Over a remarkable 25-year career at Yum!, Tracy has been instrumental in shaping the company’s operational excellence model, culture, talent and long-term growth strategy,” said Chris Turner, Chief Executive Officer of Yum! Brands. “She spent more than a decade leading and growing the Pizza Hut business, ultimately serving as President of Pizza Hut International before joining the Yum! Brands executive leadership team. Having worked alongside Tracy for several years, I’ve seen firsthand the leadership, wisdom and heart she brings to every conversation and decision. Tracy has led Yum! through some of the most important moments in our history, including our transformation into a more focused, asset-light global franchisor, all while advancing enterprise capabilities, culture and talent across our global system. Her impact on Yum! will be felt for years to come.”
Skeans built an impressive career since joining Yum! Brands in 2000 as a finance analyst, steadily advancing through leadership roles and consistently delivering results at the intersection of talent, culture, finance and strategy.
After holding a series of senior finance and people leadership roles at Pizza Hut, Skeans became Chief People Officer for Pizza Hut U.S. and later Global Chief People Officer, where she helped shape the evolution of Yum! Brands’ international business structure into separate global brand divisions for KFC and Pizza Hut. She later served as President of Pizza Hut International, overseeing a business spanning more than 85 countries and thousands of restaurants worldwide.
In 2016, Skeans joined the Yum! Brands executive leadership team as Chief Transformation & People Officer, helping lead the company’s transition to a pure-play franchisor while advancing the company’s talent and culture strategy. In the years that followed, she played a central role guiding the company through the COVID-19 pandemic, the integration of Habit Burger & Grill and broader business transformation efforts across Yum! Brands’ global system.
Today, as Chief Operating Officer and Chief People & Culture Officer, Skeans has global responsibility for leading cross-brand collaboration on operational execution and people capability.
“Yum! has been a defining part of my career for more than 25 years, and I’m proud to have helped shape the company through some of its most important moments of growth and transformation,” said Skeans. “Together with the leadership team, franchisees and colleagues around the world, we’ve strengthened the business, advanced the capabilities that support our global system and reinforced a culture that makes Yum! such a special place. I look forward to supporting a seamless transition and the company’s continued success.”
Skeans’ responsibilities will transition to the company’s next Chief People & Culture Officer and Chief Scale Officer. Yum! Brands is working to fill both roles. Skeans will assist in the transition in her advisory role through early 2028.
About Yum! Brands
Yum! Brands, Inc., and its subsidiaries franchise or operate more than 63,000 restaurants in 155 countries and territories under its iconic brands — KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill. KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut are global leaders in the chicken, Mexican-inspired food and pizza categories, respectively. Habit is a fast-casual concept known for fresh, cooked-to-order food.
Fueled by Yum!’s Recipe for Good Growth, KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut led Entrepreneur's 2026 Franchise 500 rankings and its Top Global Franchises 2025 list. In 2026, Yum!’s unrivaled culture and talent led it to be named one of TIME magazine’s list of Best Companies for Future Leaders for the third consecutive year.
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New menu drops June 8 with three new "choose your hero" sauces, Kryptonian Kooler beverage and blind bag collectibles; ultra-limited Krypto Collectible Bucket lands in-restaurant only June 10 PLANO, Texas, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KFC® is giving its summer menu a main character moment. In partnership with this summer's highly anticipated Supergirl film from DC Studios, the fried chicken icon is launching the new KFC Supergirl Ultimate Meal* and Supergirl Combo Meal*, available starting June 8, alongside a new character-inspired trio of sauces and beverage made for summer sips.
New menu drops June 8 with three new "choose your hero" sauces, Kryptonian Kooler beverage and blind bag collectibles; ultra-limited Krypto Collectible Bucket lands in-restaurant only June 10
, /PRNewswire/ -- KFC® is giving its summer menu a main character moment. In partnership with this summer's highly anticipated Supergirl film from DC Studios, the fried chicken icon is launching the new KFC Supergirl Ultimate Meal* and Supergirl Combo Meal*, available starting June 8, alongside a new character-inspired trio of sauces and beverage made for summer sips. And, for the first time in more than 20 years, KFC is introducing an out-of-this-world lineup of limited-edition film-inspired collectibles, including the ultra limited-edition Krypto Collectible Bucket, built for fans who like their blockbusters with extra crunch.
"KFC and Supergirl both show up bold, fearless and a little extra—so this partnership was built to break through," said Melissa Cash, Chief Marketing Officer, KFC U.S. "We're turning the summer blockbuster ritual into a full fried chicken experience. Whether you're Team Supergirl, Team Lobo or just here for the tenders, box meal meets the box office this summer in the most finger lickin' good way."
"Supergirl is a true cinematic adventure that will take audiences across the all-new DC Studios Universe, and we are excited to partner with KFC to bring fans along for this wild ride," said Dana Nussbaum, Co-Head, Global Motion Picture Marketing, Warner Bros. Pictures. "From their inspired menu creations to the must-have Krypto collectible bucket, KFC is delivering a one-of-a-kind experience that lets fans engage with the Supergirl galaxy in a way only they can!"
The Supergirl Ultimate Meal includes a choice of three Original Recipe® Tenders or eight Nuggets, all three new Supergirl-inspired sauces, a biscuit, one side of choice, a 21 oz. Kryptonian Kooler and one Supergirl blind bag collectible** (while supplies last)–because every hero needs something to bring home. Fans can collect all five designs: two Supergirl collectibles, Lobo, Ruthye and Krypto. Since the collectibles are blind-bagged, finding your favorite hero, antihero or very good dog is part of the mission.
The new Kryptonian Kooler* is an electric-blue blend of Starry®, Blue Raspberry Syrup and Clear Strawberry Boba. Bright, bubbly and built for a Supergirl Summer, it's the kind of drink that looks like it came from somewhere far beyond the drive-thru.
For fans looking for a more classic KFC meal with a Supergirl Summer twist, the Supergirl Combo Meal includes a choice of three Original Recipe® Tenders or eight Nuggets, all three new Supergirl-inspired sauces, one biscuit, one side of choice and a regular fountain drink.
Choose Your Hero: Three New Supergirl-inspired Sauces & Out-Of-This-World Drink
Every Supergirl Ultimate Meal and Supergirl Combo Meal comes with three new sauces, each inspired by characters from the Supergirl universe for a deliciously saucy showdown:
Supergirl's Solar Honey Mustard: A bold, golden mustard sauce that hits with bright tang, honey-sweet balance and a sweet-heat finish inspired by the power Supergirl draws from the yellow sun.Ruthye's Sweet Chili Revenge: A sticky, sweet-and-spicy chili garlic sauce that starts smooth and sweet, then builds to a savory garlic kick and gentle heat—because revenge is best served sweet.Lobo's Wild Ranch: A bold, savory ranch with everything from garlic, onion, herbs, sesame to poppy seed particulates—classic, creamy and just unpredictable enough for Lobo.KFC Turns its Iconic Bucket into a Blockbuster-Ready Collectible Worth Chasing
In addition to the collectibles included in the Supergirl Ultimate Meal, starting June 10, fans can bring Krypto home…kind of. Inspired by the movie bucket culture dominating theaters and social feeds, the ultra limited-edition Krypto Collectible Bucket* gives KFC's iconic bucket a super-powered upgrade, with a collectible lid featuring Puppy Krypto, based on the beloved character fans will meet for the first time in Supergirl, and a bold, Supergirl-inspired design made to hold fried chicken, fresh-popped popcorn*** or whatever your summer movie ritual calls for.
Available for $29.99 in very limited quantities, the Krypto Collectible Bucket will be sold in participating KFC restaurants nationwide while supplies last, giving fans a blockbuster-worthy collectible they can chase before heading to theaters.
Fans of fried chicken and film alike can visit KFC.com or the KFC app for more information, see the collaboration come to life in Super Break, and see the film in theaters June 26, from Warner Bros. Pictures.
* Prices and participation may vary, while supplies last.
** Supergirl collectible is available with the purchase of the Supergirl Ultimate Meal. 5 collectibles in all. Available at participating restaurants, while supplies last.
*** Krypto Collectible Bucket not microwave safe.
About KFC
KFC Corporation, based in Plano, TX., has been serving up Finger Lickin' Good Original Recipe® fried chicken since 1952, including chicken on the bone, nuggets and tenders. Beyond the top secret 11 herbs & spices, KFC specialties include the KFC Chicken Sandwich, Extra Crispy™ chicken, KFC Famous Bowls®, Pot Pies, Secret Recipe Fries, biscuits and homestyle sides. There are over 30,000 KFC restaurants in 150 countries and territories around the world. KFC Corporation is a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc., Louisville, Ky. (NYSE: YUM). For more information, visit www.kfc.com. Follow KFC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.
About Supergirl
DC Studios Presents a Troll Court Entertainment / The Safran Company Production, A Film by Craig Gillespie, Supergirl, which will be in theaters and IMAX® across North America on June 26, 2026, and internationally beginning 24 June 2026, distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures.
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Here at Zacks, we focus on our proven ranking system, which places an emphasis on earnings estimates and estimate revisions, to find winning stocks. But we also understand that investors develop their own strategies, so we are constantly looking at the latest trends in value, growth, and momentum to find strong companies for our readers.
Of these, value investing is easily one of the most popular ways to find great stocks in any market environment. Value investors use fundamental analysis and traditional valuation metrics to find stocks that they believe are being undervalued by the market at large.
In addition to the Zacks Rank, investors looking for stocks with specific traits can utilize our Style Scores system. Of course, value investors will be most interested in the system's "Value" category. Stocks with "A" grades for Value and high Zacks Ranks are among the best value stocks available at any given moment.
Adecoagro (AGRO - Free Report) is a stock many investors are watching right now. AGRO is currently holding a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and a Value grade of A. The stock is trading with P/E ratio of 12.43 right now. For comparison, its industry sports an average P/E of 16.82. AGRO's Forward P/E has been as high as 14.40 and as low as 5.76, with a median of 9.05, all within the past year.
We should also highlight that AGRO has a P/B ratio of 0.56. Investors use the P/B ratio to look at a stock's market value versus its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. AGRO's current P/B looks attractive when compared to its industry's average P/B of 1.31. Within the past 52 weeks, AGRO's P/B has been as high as 0.86 and as low as 0.56, with a median of 0.71.
These are only a few of the key metrics included in Adecoagro's strong Value grade, but they help show that the stock is likely undervalued right now. When factoring in the strength of its earnings outlook, AGRO looks like an impressive value stock at the moment.
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Resources Investor Relations Journalists Agencies Client Login Send a Release News Products Contact , /PRNewswire/ -- Adecoagro S.A. (NYSE: AGRO), a leading sustainable production company in South America, announces its Board of Directors has approved a cash dividend distribution:
Amount to be Distributed: $17.5 million Dividend per Share: $0.12126801 Record Date: May 4, 2026 Payment Date: May 19, 2026 This dividend distribution is the first of a two-tranche cash dividend payable in two installments. The second installment shall be payable on or about November 2026, in an equal cash amount.
About Adecoagro:
Adecoagro is a leading sustainable production company in South America. Adecoagro owns 210.4 thousand hectares of farmland and several industrial facilities spread across the most productive regions of Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay, where it produces 1.3 million tons of fertilizers, 3.1 million tons of agricultural products and over 1 million MWh of renewable electricity.
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Key Takeaways Geopolitical tensions and fragile ceasefire keep markets volatile and focused on earnings fundamentals.Stocks were screened for earnings yield above 10%, liquidity, $5 prices and EPS growth versus the S&P 500. AVT, AR, NVGS, NEXA and AGRO boast solid growth forecasts, backed by rising EPS estimates. Markets are navigating a tricky mix of cautious optimism and lingering geopolitical risk. A three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been announced. The pause in fighting, involving Iran-backed Hezbollah, offers a temporary break in hostilities. That said, the situation is far from resolved. Key issues—ranging from Iran’s nuclear ambitions to control over the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz—remain unsettled. The conflict has also spilled into maritime tensions, with both sides seizing commercial vessels, turning the region into a fragile naval standoff. This keeps global energy routes and supply chains on edge.
Markets remain highly sensitive to headlines from the region.At the same time, investors are trying to shift focus back to fundamentals, particularly corporate earnings. But geopolitical developments continue to interrupt that narrative, driving volatility.
In this uncertain environment, value investing offers a disciplined way to navigate volatility. Value investing means buying stocks that are priced below what they are really worth. It works on the idea that markets often misprice stocks, giving investors a chance to buy low and profit later.
Investors can consider value stocks like Avnet, Inc. (AVT - Free Report) , Antero Resources Corporation (AR - Free Report) , Navigator Holdings Ltd. (NVGS - Free Report) , Nexa Resources S.A. (NEXA - Free Report) and Adecoagro S.A. (AGRO - Free Report) that have high earnings yield.
Unlock Value With Earnings Yield MetricA simple tool that value investors use is earnings yield. It shows how much profit a company makes for each dollar of its stock price. Earnings yield, expressed in percentage, is calculated as (Annual Earnings per Share/Market Price) x 100. It is the reverse of the price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio. A high earnings yield may mean the stock is undervalued. A low yield could mean the stock is too expensive.
Investors can also use earnings yield to compare stocks with bond returns like the 10-year Treasury yield. If the stock market's earnings yield is higher than the bond yield, stocks might be more attractive. With regard to this, earnings yield can be more illuminating than the traditional P/E ratio, as the former facilitates the comparison of stocks with fixed-income securities.
Setting the Right FiltersWe have set an Earnings Yield greater than 10% as our primary screening criterion but it alone cannot be used for picking stocks that have the potential to generate solid returns. So, we have added the following parameters to the screen:
Estimated EPS growth for the next 12 months greater than or equal to the S&P 500: This metric compares the 12-month forward EPS estimate with the 12-month actual EPS.
Average Daily Volume (20 Day) greater than or equal to 100,000: High trading volume implies that a stock has adequate liquidity.
Current Price greater than or equal to $5.
Buy-Rated Stocks: Stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) have been known to outperform peers in any type of market environment. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Our PicksHere we highlight five of the 44 stocks that qualified the screening:
Avnet is a leading distributor of electronic components and computer products, serving customers across original equipment manufacturers, electronic manufacturing services providers, original design manufacturers, and beyond. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AVT’s fiscal 2026 and 2027 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 34% and 48%, respectively. EPS estimates for the current and next fiscal have moved up by 25 and 32 cents, respectively, over the past 90 days. Avnet currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 and has a Value Score of B.
Antero Resources is an independent explorer, primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of natural gas, natural gas liquids and oil resources in the Appalachian Basin. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AR’s 2026 sales and earnings implies year-over-year growth of 23% and 153%, respectively. EPS estimates for the current year have moved up by 27 cents over the past seven days. Antero Resources currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 and has a Value Score of A.
Navigator Holdings provides international seaborne transportation and regional distribution services of liquefied petroleum gas, petrochemical gases and ammonia for energy companies, industrial users and commodity traders. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NVGS’ 2026 and 2027 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 32% and 33%, respectively. EPS estimates for the current and next fiscal have moved up by 3 and 25 cents, respectively, over the past 60 days. Navigator Holdings currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 and has a Value Score of B.
Nexa Resources is an integrated zinc producer, engaged in developing and operating mining and smelting assets primarily in Latin America. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NEXA’s 2026 sales and earnings implies year-over-year growth of 8% and 123%, respectively. EPS estimates for the current year have moved up by 16 cents over the past seven days. Nexa Resources currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 and has a Value Score of A.
Adecoagro isengaged in farming crops and other agricultural products, cattle and dairy operations, sugar, ethanol and energy production and land transformation. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AGRO’s 2026 EPS has moved north by 18 cents in the past 60 days to $1.39, implying year-over-year growth of 872%. Adecoagro currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 and has a Value Score of A.
On April 24, 2026, Adecoagro SA (AGRO) shares fell 3.7%, closing at $12.78. Over the past year, the stock has seen a range between $6.89 and $15.89, illustratin
On April 28, 2026, Adecoagro SA (AGRO) shares rose 5.0% to a current price of $13.70. The stock has experienced a 52-week range of $6.89 to $15.89, reflecting n
LUXEMBOURG, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Adecoagro S.A. (the "Company") (NYSE: AGRO), a leading sustainable production company in South America, hereby announces the filing of its Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC").
The Consumer Staples group has plenty of great stocks, but investors should always be looking for companies that are outperforming their peers. Has Adecoagro (AGRO - Free Report) been one of those stocks this year? A quick glance at the company's year-to-date performance in comparison to the rest of the Consumer Staples sector should help us answer this question.
Adecoagro is one of 172 companies in the Consumer Staples group. The Consumer Staples group currently sits at #15 within the Zacks Sector Rank. The Zacks Sector Rank gauges the strength of our 16 individual sector groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups.
The Zacks Rank emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find stocks with improving earnings outlooks. This system has a long record of success, and these stocks tend to be on track to beat the market over the next one to three months. Adecoagro is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AGRO's full-year earnings has moved 16.9% higher within the past quarter. This shows that analyst sentiment has improved and the company's earnings outlook is stronger.
Our latest available data shows that AGRO has returned about 68.6% since the start of the calendar year. In comparison, Consumer Staples companies have returned an average of 6.2%. This means that Adecoagro is performing better than its sector in terms of year-to-date returns.
Another stock in the Consumer Staples sector, Tyson Foods (TSN - Free Report) , has outperformed the sector so far this year. The stock's year-to-date return is 15.9%.
For Tyson Foods, the consensus EPS estimate for the current year has increased 5.6% over the past three months. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
Looking more specifically, Adecoagro belongs to the Agriculture - Operations industry, a group that includes 11 individual stocks and currently sits at #160 in the Zacks Industry Rank. This group has gained an average of 19.7% so far this year, so AGRO is performing better in this area.
Tyson Foods, however, belongs to the Food - Meat Products industry. Currently, this 5-stock industry is ranked #210. The industry has moved +1.7% so far this year.
Adecoagro and Tyson Foods could continue their solid performance, so investors interested in Consumer Staples stocks should continue to pay close attention to these stocks.
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
After losing some value lately, a hammer chart pattern has been formed for Adecoagro (AGRO), indicating that the stock has found support. This, combined with an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions, could lead to a trend reversal for the stock in the near term.
/PRNewswire/ -- Adecoagro S.A. (NYSE: AGRO, Bloomberg: AGRO US, Reuters: AGRO.K), a leading sustainable production company in South America, announced today
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