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NEW YORK, July 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Microsoft Corporation (“Microsoft” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: MSFT). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased. 

The class action concerns whether Microsoft and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. 

You have until August 11, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired Microsoft securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.

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On January 28, 2026, Microsoft announced disappointing results for its fiscal second quarter ended December 31, 2025.  First, during the quarter Microsoft’s Azure growth had slowed suddenly and fallen below analyst expectations.  During the related earnings call, CFO Amy E. Hood revealed that the slower Azure growth was primarily due to computational capacity constraints, as Microsoft had diverted CPU and GPU capacity to Copilot applications and AI-related R&D.  Second, Microsoft revealed that its capital expenditures had increased to $37.5 billion during the quarter, causing Microsoft’s capital expenditures for the first six months of its fiscal 2026 to increase to $72.4 billion compared to $88.2 billion for all of Microsoft’s fiscal 2025.  Third, Microsoft revealed, for the first time, that the number of paid Microsoft 365 Copilot seats totaled only 15 million to date, materially below analyst estimates and a fraction of the more than 450 million commercial Microsoft 365 users. 

On this news, the price of Microsoft stock fell nearly 10%.

Then, on February 3, 2026, The Wall Street Journal revealed, in an article titled “Microsoft’s Pivotal AI Product Is Running Into Big Problems,” that severe challenges and functionality issues had plagued Microsoft’s Copilot offerings, leading to Copilot losing market share during the Class Period to competing products such as Google’s Gemini.  The price of Microsoft stock continued to fall in the days after Microsoft’s second quarter 2026 earnings announcement as the market continued to digest the adverse news and sources such as The Wall Street Journal revealed new adverse information.

Thereafter, on March 17, 2026, The Wall Street Journal revealed in an article titled “Microsoft Seeks More Coherence in AI Efforts With Copilot Reorganization” that Microsoft was reorganizing its Copilot product teams to unify commercial and consumer versions partly in response to the challenges revealed by The Wall Street Journal’s prior reporting on Copilot’s problem-plagued development and disappointing customer adoption. 

On this news, the price of Microsoft stock continued to fall.

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images Microsoft is offering laid-off US employees up to 39 weeks' base pay for most US employees, according to severance offers reviewed by Business Insider.

Microsoft on Monday announced plans to lay off around 4,800 employees, or 2.1% of its global workforce, confirming Business Insider's earlier report.

The US severance package includes a minimum of 60 days of base pay, during which employees will remain on the payroll, up to a maximum of 39 weeks of base pay for most employees, based on seniority and tenure.

Employees at internal levels 64 and below will receive one week of base pay per six months of service, and employees at levels 65 to 67 will receive two weeks of base pay per six months of service. There's a separate package for executives levels 68 and higher.

The company is also offering continued regular stock vesting for six or 12 months for levels 67 and below, based on years of service, and six months of paid health insurance coverage plus an additional 12 months of optional COBRA coverage.

Those terms are similar to those the company offered earlier this year in its Voluntary Retirement Program buyouts, according to a document viewed by Business Insider, except that the layoffs include shorter health insurance coverage durations.

The layoffs come as Microsoft cuts costs and plans significant spending, including $190 billion in capital expenditures this year, primarily related to its AI infrastructure buildout.

The cuts mostly impact the sales and Xbox gaming organizations, Microsoft chief people officer Amy Coleman wrote in an email to employees. Microsoft's Xbox division also plans to cut 20% of its workforce by the end of June.

A maximum of 39 weeks of severance appears more generous than offers from some competing tech companies.

Salesforce, which recently conducted layoffs, has a standard severance package of a minimum of nine weeks and a maximum of 30 weeks of base pay. Oracle offered laid-off US employees four weeks' base salary, plus one week per additional year of employment, up to 26 weeks, as severance.

Meta, meanwhile, recently offered laid-off US employees a severance package including 16 weeks — or four months — in base pay, plus two weeks for every year of continuous employment.

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Advanced Micro Devices (AMD 6.97%) might be the company behind some of the more dependable microchips on the market, but its stock was wobbly on the second trading day of the week. On reports that yet another artificial intelligence (AI) company aims to develop its own specialty processors for the technology, investors sold AMD stock, leaving it with a loss of almost 7%.

Deep search for a proprietary chip Early Tuesday morning, Reuters reported that Chinese AI developer DeepSeek is planning its own AI chip. If the company is successful, at the very least it would gain independence from its current supplier, AMD, and peer/rival Nvidia. If the chip resonates with other AI businesses, though, it could directly threaten the AMDs and Nvidias of this world.

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Citing three unidentified "people familiar with the matter," the news agency added that DeepSeek's chip is being designed for inference. This is the stage where an AI model leverages its considerable training to produce responses to user queries.

DeepSeek hasn't officially commented on the Reuters story, and neither AMD nor Nvidia has responded.

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DIY hardware Currently, a great many chips on the market support an earlier phase of AI development, training. The future surely belongs more to hardware capable of powering inference. Even if prohibitive export controls prevent DeepSeek from easily selling its chip abroad, a successful product will likely encourage other developers to go the proprietary route. That will drain business from third-party suppliers.

While the apparent Chinese project is certainly worth monitoring, AI chips are immensely complex, and their development process can be long, intense, and expensive. Given that, DeepSeek's effort might not result in a product at all -- so that rout in AMD stock Tuesday feels a bit overblown.

Eric Volkman has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Advanced Micro Devices and Nvidia. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) resulting from allegations that Alibaba may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

So What: If you purchased Alibaba securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses.

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What is this about: On June 24, 2026, Financial Times published an article entitled "Anthropic accuses Alibaba of obtaining illicit access to Claude". The article stated that Anthropic has "accused Chinese ecommerce giant Alibaba of obtaining illicit access to Claude by creating fake accounts designed to access the AI model which the American company does not offer to Chinese groups."

On this news, Alibaba American Depositary Shares ("ADS") fell 2.7% on June 24, 2026.

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Tilray Brands (TLRY 1.60%) is a leading cannabis company based in Canada that has been growing its operations all over the world. It's also expanded into beverages in a bid to diversify its operations and pursue even more growth opportunities.

However, while the company has been growing over the years, it remains unprofitable. And many investors bought the cannabis stock in the hopes that it would one day be able to capitalize on opportunities in the U.S. if legalization takes place -- something that hasn't happened yet and may not happen anytime soon.

This year, the marijuana stock is down more than 50%. It's a risky investment, but has its value gotten so low that it's worth buying despite the challenges it's facing?

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Tilray's business is getting bigger, but whether it's better is debatable Tilray has leaned on acquisitions to grow its business over the years, particularly as it has expanded its alcohol segment, but that isn't necessarily a surefire recipe for success. Acquisitions can be an easy way to generate more revenue, but there's also plenty of work involved to eliminate inefficiencies and unnecessary expenses, so they're accretive to the bottom line.

The company's most recent financial results show that for the nine-month period ending Feb. 28, Tilray's net revenue rose by a fairly modest 6% year over year, totaling $633.7 million. However, despite the increase, its gross profit actually declined by 2% due to worsening margins. And the company incurred an operating loss of $46.6 million. With limited growth and no profitability, it's difficult to make the case that the stock is worth investing in, despite all of its acquisitions.

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The stock may look cheap, but that doesn't mean it's a good buy For investors who may be tempted to buy the dip on Tilray's stock, it may be worthwhile to look at the longer, five-year trajectory of the stock. During that longer time frame, the stock has plummeted a massive 97%. Time and time again, investors along the way were likely confident the stock had bottomed out and was destined to rally, only to leave them with significant losses and disappointment.

When a stock has such troubling fundamentals and financials as Tilray, and its growth prospects are questionable, there's no magic price that suddenly makes it worth buying. The business needs to prove to investors that it's worth investing in, and Tilray is nowhere near that point. Simply acquiring more companies doesn't fix its problems. In fact, I'd argue it needs to get leaner and smaller, rather than larger and bloated, just to show growth. While it may look cheap right now, I wouldn't be surprised if it looks even cheaper in the future.

Visa has underperformed the benchmark but remains an exceptional business with strong earnings and management execution. I've upgraded V from Hold to Buy, citing compressed valuation and robust fundamentals despite premium pricing. Visa's pivot toward stablecoins could be a tailwind, challenging bearish narratives and potentially unlocking further growth.

4:20pm: Nasdaq closes in the red Wall Street lost ground by the closing bell on Tuesday as a selloff in semiconductor stocks overshadowed an early record for the Dow Jones Industrial Average and rising oil prices added to investor caution.

The Nasdaq led the declines, falling 1.2% to 25,819 as chipmakers came under heavy pressure. The S&P 500 slipped 0.5% to 7,504, while the Dow finished down 131 points, or 0.3%, at 52,925 after briefly crossing the 53,000 mark for the first time. The blue-chip index touched an intraday record of 53,060.10 before giving up its gains.

Technology stocks bore the brunt of the selling after Samsung's latest earnings report failed to reassure investors about the outlook for AI-related demand, triggering a broad retreat across the semiconductor sector. Shares of memory and chip companies including Micron, Broadcom and AMD all moved lower, dragging the broader tech sector with them.

Adding to the pressure, oil prices climbed as geopolitical tensions supported crude, raising fresh concerns about inflation and its potential impact on interest rates.

Meanwhile, newly added Nasdaq 100 constituent SpaceX had a difficult first day in the index, with shares tumbling 6.8% as investors took profits following last month's blockbuster IPO.

3:45pm: Proactive news headlines Trust Stamp Inc (NASDAQ:IDAI, ISE:AIID) said its Maltese subsidiary will directly participate in the EU’s Important Project of Common European Interest on Advanced Semiconductor Technologies, supporting Europe’s advanced chip supply chain initiatives. AtaiBeckley Inc. (NASDAQ:ATAI, XETRA:9VC) is drawing investor attention ahead of Phase IIb data for its oral DMT-based therapy VLS-01, with Jefferies analysts highlighting a potential fourth-quarter 2026 topline readout as a key milestone. Fineqia International Inc (CSE:FNQ) reported that global digital asset ETP assets under management fell 18.4% in June 2026 to $106.8 billion, marking the sector’s lowest level since September 2024. EnWave Corp (TSX-V:ENW, OTC:NWVCF, FRA:E4U) signed a second equipment purchase agreement with Mexico’s Procescir for a 120-kilowatt Radiant Energy Vacuum dehydration machine to expand dried food production capacity. Snail Inc (NASDAQ:SNAL) launched three new ARK: Survival Ascended content releases and expects to recognize approximately $11 million in deferred revenue during the third quarter of 2026. Varon Corp (OTCID:OZSC) said its Ballislife Drink joint venture launched a limited-edition HYDRO Sports Drink featuring NBA player Desmond Bane and a piña colada flavor as part of its athlete-branded product strategy. 374Water Inc (NASDAQ:SCWO, FRA:8LL) appointed Chuck Weiser as chief financial officer, succeeding interim CFO Adrienne Anderson, who will remain with the company as a financial consultant. Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd (TSX-V:GMG, OTCQX:GMGMF) reported its strongest month for sales orders in company history, with more than A$400,000 in June orders driven by demand for its THERMAL-XR energy-saving coating. Digi Power X Inc (NASDAQ:DGXX, FRA:1NQ0, NEO:DGX) said it is targeting a fiscal 2027 annualized revenue run rate of approximately $250 million to $300 million across its operating segments, including its AI data center business. EDM Resources Inc (TSX-V:EDM, OTC:SWNLF) provided an update on its Scotia Mine project, highlighting progress on permitting, financing and exploration as it works toward a production decision. Alvopetro Energy Ltd (TSX-V:ALV, OTC:ALVOF, FRA:A6Y0) reported estimated June sales volumes of 2,990 barrels of oil equivalent per day while advancing drilling activities in Brazil and benefiting from higher natural gas prices. Gunnison Copper Corp (TSX:GCU, OTCQB:GCUMF, FRA:3XS0) settled its outstanding convertible debentures in cash, avoiding the issuance of approximately 28.9 million shares and reducing potential shareholder dilution. 2:50pm: Market movers Rivian Automotive Inc (NASDAQ:RIVN) shares fell after the electric vehicle maker launched a public offering of 75 million shares, with an option for underwriters to buy an additional 11.25 million shares, to raise funds for general corporate purposes. EnWave Corp (TSX-V:ENW, OTC:NWVCF, FRA:E4U) signed a second equipment purchase agreement with Mexico’s Procescir for an additional 120-kilowatt Radiant Energy Vacuum dehydration machine to expand production of dried food products and support toll drying operations. Snail Inc (NASDAQ:SNAL) launched three new content releases for ARK: Survival Ascended and expects to recognize about $11 million in deferred revenue during the third quarter of 2026 tied to the release of ARK: Genesis Part 1 Ascended. Shell PLC (LSE:SHEL, NYSE:SHEL) said stronger trading and refining margins should boost second-quarter results while announcing the $1 billion sale of its South African downstream business to ADNOC Distribution, covering 580 fuel stations and related operations. 1:45pm: Markets exposed Global oil markets are underestimating the potential impact of attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, according to deVere Group CEO Nigel Green, who warned investors may be overlooking risks to global energy supplies.

Despite reports of missile strikes on commercial vessels in the key oil transit route, Brent crude has remained near $73 a barrel, suggesting markets expect the conflict to remain contained. Green said that confidence could leave investors exposed if tensions escalate.

“The current pricing reflects confidence that the conflict will remain limited, but investors could be caught off guard if events deteriorate,” Green said, adding that markets should be demanding a larger risk premium given the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

12:30pm: SpaceX set to join Nasdaq 100 SpaceX is set to join the Nasdaq 100 later today, marking another milestone just weeks after its IPO.

The company now boasts a market value of about $2.11 trillion, making it the world's eighth most valuable company.

But its shares have been volatile since listing and are currently trading lower than their IPO price.

While index-tracking funds will need to buy the stock as it enters the Nasdaq 100, that buying boost is likely to be temporary. Once it fades later this month, the shares could face renewed pressure.

11:10am: AI stock pullback looks like consolidation Selling pressure across semiconductor and AI-related stocks following Samsung's latest results appears to be a bout of profit-taking rather than the start of a deeper downturn, according to Zaheer Anwari, co-founder and CEO of The Revacy Fund.

While Samsung's earnings underscored strong AI-driven memory demand, investors sold the stock as much of the optimism had already been priced in, weighing on US semiconductor futures.

"The rally in AI stocks has been intact for months, and for now this still looks more like consolidation within that structure than the start of a reversal," Anwari said. He added that the firm continues to favor AI infrastructure and chipmakers, arguing that strong memory demand and long-term AI capital spending support the sector's structural growth outlook.

10am: Nasdaq falls as chips sell off Wall Street was mixed in early trading, with the Nasdaq losing 1.0% as investors rotated out of AI and semiconductor stocks. The S&P 500 fell 0.4%, while the Dow Jones was little changed at 53,067.

The chip sector was under heavy pressure, with Applied Materials down almost 10%, Lam Research, KLA, Western Digital and Intel all losing around 8%, while AMD and Micron both slid over 7%. Nvidia and Broadcom both slipped around 2%.

The sector was rattled by Samsung's post-earnings sell-off.

Defensive stocks supported the Dow, with Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) and Verizon adding over 3%, followed by Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble and McDonald's advancing over 2.5%.

8am: Mixed open expected US markets are set for a mixed open on Tuesday, with technology stocks expected to come under pressure after Samsung delivered record quarterly profits that still failed to satisfy investors, raising fresh questions about AI valuations.

Nasdaq futures were down 1.1% ahead of the opening bell, while S&P 500 futures slipped 0.2%. Dow futures bucked the trend, rising 0.3% or around 150 points.

This followed a strong session for Wall Street, with the Dow Jones climbing 0.3% to a record close of 53,055. The S&P gained 0.7% to 7,537, while the Nasdaq jumped 1.1% to finish at 26,121.

The mood shifted overnight after Samsung forecast operating profits comfortably ahead of consensus expectations, but the shares fell almost 7%.

The sell-off dragged South Korea's Kospi down almost 5%, knocked other Asian markets and is expected to weigh on US semiconductor names.

Another focus for investors will be SpaceX, which joined the Nasdaq-100 overnight after becoming eligible under revised index rules.

The inclusion is expected to trigger billions of dollars of passive buying from index-tracking funds, with JPMorgan estimating around $4.3 billion of demand for the stock.

Away from equities, oil rose around half a dollar to trade above $69 a barrel as geopolitical tensions around the Strait of Hormuz offset expectations of higher OPEC+ supply.

Gold slipped to around $4,130 an ounce, while today's economic calendar is light, a day ahead of the release of the Federal Reserve's June meeting minutes.

Tuesday's releases include the trade balance, the RCM/TIPP economic optimism index and the New York Fed's latest consumer inflation expectations survey. The ADP employment report, which has recently moved to weekly publication, will also be monitored for fresh signs of labour market strength ahead of weekly jobless claims data.

For Detroit automakers such as Ford Motor Company (F 1.95%), big trucks mean big business. Ford's lucrative F-Series truck lineup is estimated to bring in about one-third of the company's total revenue, and it's long been estimated by Wall Street firms such as Morgan Stanley that it generates as much as 90% of Ford's net profit. During the first six months of 2026, Ford's F-150 now trails a Japanese rival for best-selling vehicle, and that's a big deal for investors.

Wording is key Let's first clear up some confusing wording. Ford's F-Series has been America's best-selling vehicle for over four decades, but the sales figure comprises the entire line of not only F-150s but also heavy-duty F-250s and larger trucks. Ford's F-150 is one component and has individually been the U.S. industry's top seller for 15 of the past 16 years.

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However, thanks to not only one, but two supplier fires dating back to last fall, the aluminum supply and ensuing supply of Ford's important trucks have dwindled during what is historically a strong selling season. Ford wasn't the only major automaker hitting speed bumps; Toyota also had issues, opening the door for Honda's popular CR-V to overtake the Ford F-150, General Motors' Silverado 1500, and Toyota's RAV4.

Honda's CR-V turned up the heat to finish the first half of the year with a 19% U.S. sales surge in May, followed by an even more lucrative 30% jump in June, for a total first-half tally of 226,114 units. While numbers are still trickling in, GlobalData estimates Ford's F-150 has fallen just short of that, with estimates just under 210,000 units, while GM's Silverado 1500 checked in just under 195,000 units. Toyota's RAV4 lost more ground, with reported sales checking in at 153,955.

Through Honda's increased incentives (for now), high lease customer retention rate, and strong demand for hybrids -- the hybrid CR-V accounted for 55% of its total sales during the first half of 2026 -- the CR-V is thriving and has only about 15 days' worth of inventory with its CR-V production lines running at full capacity.

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Ford can offset some losses Late last year, the Novelis supplier plant fire, and its delayed restarting of production due to a second fire, forced management to reduce last year's earnings guidance as it wasn't able to immediately offset production losses. Initially, Ford said the production hiccup would cost it about $1.5 billion to $2 billion in earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT), although it is aiming to add additional shifts to offset about $1 billion of that throughout this year.

While Novelis does supply other major automakers such as Toyota and Stellantis, Ford's impact was more severe due to its F-150 using a primarily aluminum body. Ultimately, Ford's F-150 is losing a sales race it has rarely lost over the past 15 years, but more importantly for investors is how much production it can recoup during the second half of the year. It's certainly a major ongoing development to keep track of.

GE Aerospace (GE - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $366.98, demonstrating a -3.09% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.45%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a loss of 0.25%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 1.16%.

The stock of industrial conglomerate has risen by 17.59% in the past month, leading the Aerospace sector's gain of 6.21% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.14%.

Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of GE Aerospace in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to go public on July 16, 2026. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $1.86, reflecting a 12.05% increase from the same quarter last year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $11.84 billion, reflecting a 16.64% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.

For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $7.48 per share and revenue of $48.75 billion, which would represent changes of +17.43% and +15.18%, respectively, from the prior year.

Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for GE Aerospace. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.

Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.

Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed an unchanged state. Right now, GE Aerospace possesses a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).

In terms of valuation, GE Aerospace is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 50.64. This denotes a premium relative to the industry average Forward P/E of 23.44.

Investors should also note that GE has a PEG ratio of 3.36 right now. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The Aerospace - Defense industry currently had an average PEG ratio of 1.62 as of yesterday's close.

The Aerospace - Defense industry is part of the Aerospace sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 110, positioning it in the top 45% of all 250+ industries.

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH - Free Report) closed at $18.83 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.23% move from the prior day. The stock trailed the S&P 500, which registered a daily loss of 0.45%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a loss of 0.25%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 1.16%.

The stock of cruise operator has risen by 3.83% in the past month, leading the Consumer Discretionary sector's gain of 0.37% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.14%.

Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Norwegian Cruise Line in its upcoming release. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.39, down 23.53% from the prior-year quarter. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $2.62 billion, indicating a 4.23% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.

For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $1.7 per share and revenue of $10.14 billion, which would represent changes of -19.43% and +3.17%, respectively, from the prior year.

It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Norwegian Cruise Line. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. As such, positive estimate revisions reflect analyst optimism about the business and profitability.

Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed an unchanged state. As of now, Norwegian Cruise Line holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

Investors should also note Norwegian Cruise Line's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 11.32. This expresses a discount compared to the average Forward P/E of 16.66 of its industry.

We can additionally observe that NCLH currently boasts a PEG ratio of 1.07. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. The Leisure and Recreation Services industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.51 as trading concluded yesterday.

The Leisure and Recreation Services industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 197, placing it within the bottom 20% of over 250 industries.

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Qualcomm (QCOM - Free Report) closed at $182.97 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.88% move from the prior day. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.45%. Elsewhere, the Dow lost 0.25%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 1.16%.

Shares of the chipmaker have depreciated by 14.37% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 0.38%, and the S&P 500's gain of 2.14%.

The upcoming earnings release of Qualcomm will be of great interest to investors. On that day, Qualcomm is projected to report earnings of $2.21 per share, which would represent a year-over-year decline of 20.22%. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $9.7 billion, indicating a 6.46% downward movement from the same quarter last year.

For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of $10.77 per share and a revenue of $42.72 billion, signifying shifts of -10.47% and -3.21%, respectively, from the last year.

Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Qualcomm. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.

Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been a 0.06% fall in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Qualcomm presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

Looking at its valuation, Qualcomm is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 17.32. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 49.38, which means Qualcomm is trading at a discount to the group.

It is also worth noting that QCOM currently has a PEG ratio of 4.1. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. Electronics - Semiconductors stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 1.87 based on yesterday's closing prices.

The Electronics - Semiconductors industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 41, finds itself in the top 17% echelons of all 250+ industries.

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A 12% yield looks unbeatable on day one. A retiree who wants $60,000 a year needs only about $500,000 at that yield, compared with roughly $1.7 million at a 3.5% yield. But retirement income is not a one-year problem. The better question is which income stream can hold up after inflation, market cycles, and years of withdrawals.

A 3.5% yield that grows 8% a year roughly doubles in nine years. A 12% yield that holds flat, or quietly erodes because a fund is returning capital instead of earning its distribution, does not. Run that difference forward for two decades, and the modest income stream can overtake the higher starting payout while leaving more principal intact.

The Hidden Engine in a Low Starting Yield The dividend growth snowball depends on two things working together: a payout that climbs every year, and a business that earns enough to keep climbing without strain. Several Dividend Kings and aristocrats put concrete numbers on the idea.

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ | JNJ Price Prediction) raised its quarterly payout to $1.34 in 2026, extending its streak to 64 consecutive years of dividend increases. Its current annualized dividend is $5.36 per share, for a yield of about 2.1% based on a recent share price near $258. The key point is not the starting yield. It is the long record of rising cash payments backed by a large, profitable business.

Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) has paid a dividend for 136 consecutive years since its incorporation in 1890 and raised it for 70 consecutive years. Its quarterly payout is now $1.0885, or $4.354 a year, for a yield of about 2.9% based on a recent share price near $148.

Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) yields about 2.6% on a quarterly payout of $0.53. McDonald’s (NYSE: MCD) now pays $1.86 a quarter. Lowe’s (NYSE: LOW) is another striking dividend-growth example, with its quarterly payout rising to $1.25 in 2026 after a 4% increase from $1.20.

Microsoft is the snowball from a different angle. The yield is about 1.0%, but the dividend has grown from $0.08 in 2003 to $0.91 a quarter in 2026. A buyer from a decade ago may now collect a much higher yield on original cost than today’s quoted yield, even though new buyers still see only a low starting payout.

What the Tiers Actually Cost If the income target is $80,000 a year, the equation income divided by yield gives the capital required at each tier.

Conservative, 3% to 4%. $80,000 divided by 0.035 equals roughly $2,286,000. This is the dividend growth tier: the names above, plus utilities and broad dividend equity funds. It requires the most capital, but it usually comes with a lower risk of an income cut and a better chance that the income stream can outrun inflation. The CPI-U reached 335.123 in May 2026, up 4.2% from a year earlier, so that matters.

Moderate, 5% to 7%. $80,000 divided by 0.06 equals roughly $1,333,000. Preferred shares, equity REITs in sectors like industrial and healthcare, midstream energy partnerships, and covered-call equity strategies live here. The starting income is higher, but dividend growth often slows or stalls.

Aggressive, 8% to 14%. $80,000 divided by 0.11 equals roughly $727,000. Business development companies, mortgage REITs, and leveraged option-income funds can clear the bar today. The trade-off is that distributions can be cut in recessions, and principal can erode if the payout is not fully supported by earnings and asset values.

Against a roughly 4.4% 10-year Treasury yield, the aggressive tier needs to clear a much higher hurdle than the headline yield suggests. Treasury investors still face inflation risk and price risk if they sell before maturity, but the income comparison starts from a government-backed benchmark with far less default risk than leveraged income funds.

The Snowball Math Worth Running Yourself At $80,000 of starting income and 8% annual dividend growth, the income reaches about $160,000 after nine annual increases. At 12% with no growth, the income still pays $80,000, assuming the distribution is not cut. Add potential share-price appreciation in the growth basket, and the long-term comparison can shift sharply away from the highest starting yield.

What to Check Before You Chase Income Use this stress test before reaching for yield:

Calculate actual annual spending rather than gross salary. Most households need to replace less than their working income once payroll taxes, retirement contributions, and some work-related expenses disappear.

Compare the ten-year total return of a dividend growth fund against a high-yield income fund using the same starting capital and reinvested distributions.

Within five years of retirement, model the tax bill at each tier in your bracket. Qualified dividends are taxed at long-term capital gain rates, while ordinary dividends are taxed as ordinary income.

The snowball is unglamorous in year one because the income gap is real. But over a long retirement, a payout that can rise year after year may be more valuable than a high yield that cannot grow. The right portfolio does not have to choose one extreme. It has to balance today’s income with tomorrow’s staying power.

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Last year, UnitedHealth Group (UNH +2.44%) faced a series of headwinds that weighed on the stock, dragging it down 34%. The biggest U.S. health insurer saw earnings suffer as it underestimated the cost and use of services, and the company unexpectedly lost its chief executive officer. Investors also grew more cautious as the Justice Department launched a probe into the insurer's Medicare Advantage operations.

But, UnitedHealth launched a series of steps to turn things around, and the plan is bearing fruit. Longtime CEO Stephen Hemsley returned to the leadership role, the company completed an independent audit of its practices and put into place new actions where needed, and earnings are improving. As a result, investors have returned to the stock. It climbed 25% in the first half, for the biggest gain by a mega-cap healthcare stock in the S&P 500.

Is it now too late to buy UnitedHealth stock? Let's find out.

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UnitedHealth's biggest challenge First, let's take a look back at the path of UnitedHealth over the past year. As mentioned, the company faced several challenges. And the biggest may have been the earnings situation. UnitedHealth underestimated the utilization levels of healthcare amid an environment of rising costs, and these factors hurt growth.

Since, the company has taken action by exiting certain plans, increasing pricing where necessary, and using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to boost efficiency. The insurer is also reinforcing its position in rural areas and cutting prior authorization requirements -- It just recently said it would decrease these requirements by 30% this year. This is an important move as it streamlines operations for UnitedHealth and hospitals and medical offices. Meanwhile, UnitedHealth's use of technology makes prior authorizations easier to manage, with 95% performed electronically and 90% approved within one business day.

In the recent quarter, UnitedHealth's total revenue increased 2% to $111 billion, while adjusted earnings per share at $7.23 surpassed the company's expectations. Importantly, the medical care ratio -- a measure of the insurer's costs in relation to its revenue from plans -- improved. A lower ratio suggests higher profitability. In the quarter, UnitedHealth's ratio came in at 83.9%, down from 84.8% a year earlier. The company said this was due to improved cost management.

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Margin pressure may continue All of these efforts are ongoing, so we should expect to see additional improvements in the quarters to come. That said, the company said margin pressure will remain this year due to high utilization trends, though this should improve in 2027. UnitedHealth and other insurers also will benefit from higher-than-expected Medicare Advantage rates next year. The government approved a 2.48% average rate increase for 2027, up from the initial proposal of 0.09%.

Now, let's consider whether this healthcare giant is a stock to buy -- or whether it's too late after recent gains. It's true that UnitedHealth isn't completely out of the woods. The insurance giant is still in the recovery phase and must manage various challenges. The path to growth may not be completely linear and full results may not happen overnight.

A fantastic moat But it's important to note that UnitedHealth offers investors certain positive elements. It has a fantastic moat, or competitive advantage, as the country's insurance leader. And its combination of insurance and services businesses -- UnitedHealthcare and Optum, respectively -- makes it difficult for another to unseat. UnitedHealth has also been proactive, taking quick action to turn things around, and we've already seen certain results.

Now, let's consider the stock's valuation. UnitedHealth trades at 23x forward earnings estimates, which is its highest level this year.

But the stock isn't particularly expensive if we look at a longer time period -- it traded at more than 32x estimates early last year.

Considering that UnitedHealth is in the early days of its recovery story, I would expect significant growth in the years to come -- and that means that it isn't too late to get in on the first half's top-performing mega-cap healthcare stock.

Emerson Electric (EMR - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $137.91, moving -2.58% from the previous trading session. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.45%. Meanwhile, the Dow lost 0.25%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 1.16%.

Prior to today's trading, shares of the maker of process controls systems, valves and analytical instruments had gained 1.79% lagged the Industrial Products sector's gain of 4.88% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.14%.

The upcoming earnings release of Emerson Electric will be of great interest to investors. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $1.68, showcasing a 10.53% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $4.8 billion, indicating a 5.48% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $6.49 per share and a revenue of $18.81 billion, representing changes of +8.17% and +4.41%, respectively, from the prior year.

Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Emerson Electric. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.

Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 0.01% decrease. Right now, Emerson Electric possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

Looking at valuation, Emerson Electric is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 21.8. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 22.99.

Also, we should mention that EMR has a PEG ratio of 2.26. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. As the market closed yesterday, the Manufacturing - Electronics industry was having an average PEG ratio of 1.73.

The Manufacturing - Electronics industry is part of the Industrial Products sector. This industry, currently bearing a Zacks Industry Rank of 164, finds itself in the bottom 34% echelons of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the strength of our separate industry groups by calculating the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks contained within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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On July 07, 2026, Deere & Co DE shares fell 5.0% to $603.61, amidst a 52-week range of $433.00 to $674.19. The recent price movement reflects a volatile trading environment as the stock has experienced a year-to-date increase of 30.4% and a 1-year gain of 19.8%.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $603.61 is 60.9% overvalued compared to the GF Value™ of $375.20.GF Score™ of 87/100 indicates a strong overall score, suggesting solid long-term performance potential.Notable signal: No insider transactions reported in the last 3 months. Is DE Overvalued or Undervalued? Currently, Deere & Co's shares are trading at $603.61, which is significantly above the GF Value™ of $375.20, indicating that the stock is 60.9% overvalued. This overvaluation poses a risk for potential investors, as the gap between the current price and intrinsic value suggests a lack of margin of safety for new investments. The GF Valuation label classifies the stock as significantly overvalued, which means that a correction or downtrend might be expected if market sentiments shift.

GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. Given the current overvaluation, investors may need to exercise caution, as a decline in the stock price could occur if the market reassesses its valuation of Deere & Co.

How Does DE's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 34.2x 18.4x Forward P/E 26.5x N/A Deere & Co's current P/E ratio of 34.2x is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 18.4x, indicating that the stock is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation. This P/E analysis agrees with the GF Value™ verdict, reinforcing the notion that DE is overvalued at its current price level.

What Does DE's GF Score™ Tell Us? The GF Score™ ranks stocks based on five key aspects: Financial Strength, Profitability, Growth, Valuation, and Momentum. Stocks with higher GF Score™ values have been found to generate higher long-term returns (backtested 2006-2021).

Metric Rating GF Score™ 87 Financial Strength 4/10 Profitability 9/10 Growth 10/10 Valuation 3/10 Momentum 9/10 Overall, Deere & Co's GF Score™ of 87/100 highlights strong profitability and growth potential, with ratings of 9/10 and 10/10, respectively. However, the stock's valuation score of 3/10 suggests that it is currently trading at a high price relative to its fundamental value, indicating a potential risk area for investors.

What Are Insiders Doing with DE Stock? There have been no insider transactions reported for Deere & Co in the last 3 months. The absence of insider buying or selling may suggest that insiders do not view the current price as attractive for trading, which could reflect their confidence in the company's long-term prospects or their belief that the stock is fairly valued at this time.

What This Means for Investors Based on the analysis, Deere & Co DE is currently considered overvalued according to the GF Value™ assessment. With a significant discrepancy between the current market price and the intrinsic value, investors may want to approach this stock with caution until a more favorable valuation is reached.

For the complete analysis, visit the Deere & Co DE stock page. You can also explore the GF Value™ page for detailed valuation methodology, or use the GuruFocus Stock Screener to find similar opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions What is DE's GF Score™?

Deere & Co's GF Score™ is 87/100, indicating a strong overall performance potential based on key financial metrics.

Is DE overvalued or undervalued?

Deere & Co is currently considered overvalued, with a GF Value™ of $375.20 compared to a market price of $603.61.

What is DE's P/E ratio?

Deere & Co's P/E ratio (TTM) is 34.2x, which is significantly higher than its 5-year median P/E of 18.4x, suggesting it is trading at a premium historically.

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Disclosures I/We may personally own shares in some of the companies mentioned above. However, those positions are not material to either the company or to my/our portfolios.

NEW YORK, July 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Hyliion Holdings Corp. (“Hyliion” or the “Company”) (NYSE: HYLN).  Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.

The investigation concerns whether Hyliion and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. 

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On June 23, 2026, Pelican Way Research (“PWR”) published a short report entitled “Hyliion: A Glorified Science Project Who Has Continuously Failed To Meet Expectations And Is Now Throwing Around A Meaningless Deal.”  The report stated that Hyliion’s stock had risen significantly following the Company’s announcement of a non-binding letter of intent (“LOI”) with VFG Holdings (“VFG”) for up to 250 KARNO Cores, representing approximately $133 million in potential revenue.  The PWR report alleged that the VFG LOI accounted for roughly one-third of Hyliion’s reported $400 million-plus pipeline and questioned whether the LOI provided meaningful commercial validation. The report further alleged that VFG, which PWR identified as VFG Tech Holdings, LLC, was incorporated in January 2026, appeared to have only four employees listed on LinkedIn, had only a minimal website, and lacked evidence of funding or operating substance sufficient to support an order of that size. 

Following publication of the PWR report, Hyliion’s stock price fell $1.27 per share, or 17.2%, to close at $6.10 per share on June 23, 2026.

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PLTR daily chart shows bullish response from key support zone. Source: TradingView Bullish Flag Sets the Bigger Picture The long-term trend structure as seen in the weekly chart shows the potential formation of a large bullish flag. If last month’s low marks the bottom of the correction, an eventual upside breakout of the parallel channel forming the flag would signal a continuation of the larger bullish trend. The 200-day moving average remains a key dynamic resistance indicator because it was confirmed several times as resistance following the break below it in late January.

Beyond that, the lower swing high that defines the bearish trend structure is a key upside target, as a rally above that level would signal that the declining channel has likely been reversed. That price zone carries additional weight because it aligns closely with a 61.8% Fibonacci retracement of the bearish correction.

Support Levels Hold the Key In the short-term, PLTR is extended. However, if the recent low ultimately proves to be the lasting bottom of the correction, pullbacks should be watched closely for signs that they are completing and for renewed evidence of buying strength. The 50-day moving average at $134.09 is one area to watch for support, followed by the 20-day moving average near $125.60.

In addition, the former high from February 2025 at $125.41 marks another potential support zone, aligning closely with this week’s low of $126.64. How PLTR behaves around these support levels could provide the next clue as to whether the developing bullish reversal has enough momentum to continue toward resistance targets.

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On the June 27 episode of the Animal Spirits podcast, Michael Batnick and Paul Schroeder of Invesco spent a segment on something that should annoy anyone who thinks they understand the NASDAQ 100. As of that date, Micron (NASDAQ:MU | MU Price Prediction) carried a 5.7% weighting in QQQ (NASDAQ:QQQ) while Meta (NASDAQ:META) sat at just 2.6%, even though Meta’s total market cap was far larger. Batnick called it a head-scratcher.

Schroeder had a clean answer. The NASDAQ 100 uses a free-float-adjusted methodology, not raw market cap, and Mark Zuckerberg’s stake reduces what actually counts.

The Micron Over Meta Head-Scratcher Micron Technology is having a year that forces indexers to notice. Fiscal Q3 revenue hit $41.46 billion, up 345.7% year over year, beating consensus by 17.6%. Non-GAAP EPS of $25.11 ran past the $20.28 estimate. Guidance for Q4 came in at $50 billion in revenue with gross margin around 86%. Shares are up 666% year to date and 707% over the last twelve months. Market cap sits around $1.04 trillion.

Meta Platforms is the bigger company. Market cap of roughly $1.33 trillion, trailing twelve month revenue near $215 billion, and Q1 EPS that beat consensus by 56.79%. Its QQQ weight is less than half of Micron’s. If you assumed the index tracked raw market cap, this is nonsense. So the methodology is doing something.

What Free Float Actually Means Free float is the share count actually available for outside investors to trade. Founder holdings, family trusts, and long-locked insider positions do not count toward the calculation. Schroeder told Batnick that Meta’s free float sits around 80 to 85%. Zuckerberg’s Class B super-voting stake plus other insider holdings shave what the NASDAQ committee counts when it calculates the weighting. Meta insider ownership sits at 10.2% of shares outstanding.

Meanwhile, Micron insiders own about 0.253% of the company, so the whole float is essentially available for the index to count. That is why a smaller company can outweigh a giant, and it is why Micron’s rerating flows straight into index weight without getting sanded down.

The Walmart Parallel Nobody Talks About Batnick reached for Walmart (NYSE:WMT) as the cleaner illustration. The Walton family owns so much of Walmart that its full market cap is not reflected in index weightings. Walmart is not in the NASDAQ 100, but the same free-float mechanic applies wherever it is used.

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Alpha Vantage reports Walmart insider ownership at 44.85%, with only about 4.37 billion shares in the true float out of roughly 7.96 billion outstanding. Walmart’s $880 billion market cap is real. For weighting purposes, only about half of it counts.

What You Actually Own When You Buy QQQ Schroeder made a second point worth chewing on. Quarterly rebalances re-rank existing constituents. They do not add or drop names. QQQ and QQQM turn over roughly 6 to 8% annually, and most of that churn comes from the annual reconstitution rather than the intra-year rebalances. The weight gap you see today is roughly the weight gap you will live with for a while.

Which brings up the practical point most retail investors miss. QQQ is often described as a market-cap index, but it uses a modified market-cap methodology with free-float adjustments and rebalancing caps applied by the index committee. Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), with a market cap around $4.62 trillion and negligible insider ownership, sees its weight track its size closely.

Meta does not get that treatment because Zuckerberg does not sell. Micron gets the opposite treatment, with a nearly-100% tradeable float amplifying its rally into a weighting that dwarfs a company worth hundreds of billions more.

The takeaway is uncomfortable if you like tidy stories. Judging your QQQ exposure by market cap alone will mislead you. The full mechanics live in the Micron 8-K and its peers, and in the index prospectus itself. Weightings change every quarter. Whatever the current Micron to Meta gap looks like when you check tomorrow, the mechanism producing it will still be there.

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AMC Entertainment Holdings (AMC 1.15%), a theatrical motion picture exhibition and cinema operations provider, closed at $1.72, down 1.15%. AMC stock pushed upward in June on strong summer attendance, but has struggled since the firm’s equity offer.

Trading volume reached 52.6 million shares, coming in about 35% above its three-month average of 39.0 million shares. AMC Entertainment Holdings IPO'd in 2013 and has fallen 99% since going public.

How the markets moved todayS&P 500 (^GSPC 0.45%) closed at 7,504, down 0.45%, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 1.16%) closed at 25,819, down 1.16%. Among movie theater rivals, Cinemark Holdings closed at $29.42, down 1.77%, and Marcus closed at $21.94, down 1.83%.

What this means for investorsAMC Entertainment extended its losses today and has now fallen over 15% in the past week. June saw strong box-office momentum, beating last year’s figures. Numerous new releases attracted moviegoers and helped drive the stock to its highest point so far this year.

However, its $200 million equity sale, priced on June 23, halted momentum and has weighed on its price in the past two weeks. The firm will use the proceeds to reduce debt, which could put it on a stronger footing long term, but investors are concerned about dilution.

As customers return to movie theatres for a slew of summer hits, investors will be watching AMC’s August earnings for more on whether the summer’s renewed movie interest will hold and how much AMC’s alternative revenue streams, such as its Arena One real-time in-theater concerts, can help the stock regain momentum.

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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Zillow To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

If you purchased or acquired Class A or Class C Zillow common stock between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 7, 2026) - Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Zillow Group, Inc. ("Zillow" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) and reminds investors of the August 10, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

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As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: (1) Zillow's agreement with Redfin was not a "partnership," but rather an acquisition of Redfin's business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, Defendants' statements about Zillow's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.

The court-appointed lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought by the class who is adequate and typical of class members who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of the putative class. Any member of the putative class may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Zillow's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.

To learn more about the Zillow class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/Z or call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Investors Regarding the Zillow Securities Class Action Lawsuit:

What is the Zillow securities fraud lawsuit about?

The lawsuit alleges Zillow misrepresented its agreement with Redfin as a partnership, understated antitrust and regulatory risks, and downplayed potential legal exposure, making statements about its business and prospects allegedly misleading.

Who may be eligible to participate in the lawsuit?

Investors who purchased or acquired Zillow Class A or Class C common stock (NASDAQ: Z) (NASDAQ: ZG) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026 may be eligible to participate if they suffered losses related to the alleged misconduct.

What is a lead plaintiff, and how can I seek appointment?

A lead plaintiff represents the interests of the proposed class and helps oversee the litigation. Investors seeking appointment must file a motion with the court by August 10, 2026. Investors can share in any recovery without serving as lead plaintiff.

What should investors do if they purchased Zillow stock during the Class Period?

Investors should review their transaction records, preserve relevant documents, and evaluate their legal options. Those who suffered losses may wish to consult counsel regarding participation in the lawsuit or seeking lead plaintiff status before the deadline.

Why should investors contact Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP?

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP has represented investors in securities litigation for decades and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for shareholders. Investors who purchased Zillow securities during the Class Period may contact the firm to discuss their legal rights, potential claims, and the lead plaintiff process at no cost or obligation.

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TSMC (TSM - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $432.57, moving -4.25% from the previous trading session. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.45%. Elsewhere, the Dow lost 0.25%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 1.16%.

The chip company's shares have seen an increase of 5.86% over the last month, surpassing the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 0.38% and the S&P 500's gain of 2.14%.

The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of TSMC in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on July 16, 2026. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $3.77, indicating a 52.63% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. In the meantime, our current consensus estimate forecasts the revenue to be $39.76 billion, indicating a 32.23% growth compared to the corresponding quarter of the prior year.

For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $15.35 per share and a revenue of $161.91 billion, demonstrating changes of +44.13% and +32.26%, respectively, from the preceding year.

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When Iran attempted to impose transit tolls on ships through the Strait of Hormuz this spring, Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed it as illegal: “No country is allowed to charge tolls or fees on an international waterway.” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned Washington would “aggressively target any actors involved directly or indirectly in facilitating tolls for the Strait.” The tolls were blocked at the negotiating table, but the idea never went away — and this week it came roaring back. For the first time in the modern era, a state has demonstrated that a maritime chokepoint can be weaponized for cash flow as well as conflict, and every vulnerable waterway is now being reassessed.

How Hormuz Rewrote the Playbook The trigger was Operation Epic Fury, the coordinated US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran launched February 28, 2026. Within days, Tehran effectively shut the strait through which nearly a fifth of the world’s oil and LNG supply flowed prior to military action. The International Maritime Organization reported that roughly 2,000 ships and about 20,000 mariners were stranded in the Persian Gulf at the peak of the disruption. QatarEnergy declared force majeure on all LNG shipments on March 4, cutting a supply line that had covered 12–14% of Europe’s LNG. Brent spiked to $138 per barrel on April 7.

The picture then whipsawed. An interim understanding reached in June allowed vessels to transit free of charge for a 60-day window while indirect US–Iran talks continued in Doha, and by early July those talks were described by mediator Qatar as making “positive progress.” That fragile calm broke down this week. On July 7, at least two tankers were struck by projectiles in the strait — one, a Qatari gas tanker (the Al Rekayyat), caught fire off the Omani coast — with the UK Maritime Trade Operations centre confirming the strikes and Qatar calling the attack a “serious and explicit violation” of international law. The same day, the US Treasury revoked a waiver that had permitted Iranian oil and petrochemical sales, tying the reversal directly to Iran’s conduct in the waterway; a US official said the arrangement was “entirely performance-based.” Iran’s foreign minister responded that Tehran would not resume negotiations under continued US threats, after President Trump said Washington would reach a deal or “finish the job.”

Crucially, the toll idea itself is still very much alive. On July 5, Iran’s ambassador to China said vessels transiting Hormuz would be charged new fees, with “special considerations” for China and other “friendly” countries, even as the US maintains that no final agreement will permit tolls. The playbook wasn’t shelved; it was paused, and Tehran is signaling it intends to run it again.

Malacca Is the Next Pressure Point The Strait of Malacca handles roughly 22% of all global maritime trade, more than Hormuz, with about 440 commercial vessels transiting daily. Roughly 75% of China’s seaborne crude imports move through it, and it narrows to just 1.7 miles at its tightest point. In April 2026, Indonesia’s Finance Minister floated a Malacca toll system; Singapore and Malaysia pushed back, but the proposal signaled a new willingness among littoral states to monetize chokepoint leverage. A month later, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Singaporean counterpart that keeping shipping lanes open is “a shared aspiration of all countries.” A direct blockade remains unlikely. Coercion, tolls, and insurance repricing are the near-term risks.

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The contagion is visible. Panama Canal traffic surged in March 2026 with tankers overtaking container ships, and Malacca volumes climbed as vessels rerouted. As S&P Global put it, “Network congestion, rather than a single point of failure, is becoming the primary channel for global trade disruption.” With Houthi Red Sea attacks resuming in late February, both major east-west routes are impaired. The Taiwan Strait sits behind this as the tail risk: CSIS notes “China faces more of a Taiwan Strait dilemma than a Malacca dilemma” because Beijing would harm itself first.

Where the Repricing Shows Up Frontline (NYSE:FRO | FRO Price Prediction) posted Q1 2026 EPS of $2.51 versus a $1.58 estimate, with management attributing the surge to Hormuz-driven route lengthening. Shares are up 81.56% year-to-date. International Seaways (NYSE:INSW) delivered adjusted EPS of $3.90 against a $2.72 consensus and paid a $4.55 combined dividend. CEO Lois Zabrocky warned that “the world cannot substitute more than 20 million barrels per day of oil and refined product” if disruption drags on. Nordic American Tankers has booked nearly two-thirds of Q1 2026 spot days at roughly $55,000 per day.

The defense side is repricing. RTX (NYSE:RTX) reported Raytheon segment adjusted operating profit up 25% on Patriot and naval munitions demand, and a $271 billion backlog. Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) signed framework agreements to lift Patriot, THAAD, and PrSM production 3 to 4 times current rates. Oil producer Devon Energy captured a Q1 WTI realization of $72.10 per barrel, though shares have lagged as Brent has round-tripped to $73.63. Broader exposure sits in transportation-focused ETFs.

The signal to watch over the next two quarters is whether war-risk insurance premiums, which jumped from 0.125% to 0.2–0.4% of ship insurance value per Hormuz transit — a roughly $250,000 hit for a VLCC — begin printing similar quotes around Malacca. Once underwriters price a chokepoint as weaponizable, the market rarely prices it back.

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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Roblox To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

If you purchased or acquired securities in Roblox between October 30, 2025 and April 30, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 7, 2026) - Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Roblox Corporation ("Roblox" or the "Company") (NYSE: RBLX) and reminds investors of the August 7, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

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According to the complaint, defendants provided overwhelmingly positive statements to investors while, at the same time, disseminating materially false and misleading statements and/or concealing material adverse facts concerning the true state of Roblox's organic growth potential; notably, that Roblox would see a significant slowdown in its growth rates as enrollment in the age verification rollout would quickly taper, compounding the resulting slowdown in on-platform communication, resulting in app store rating reductions and a swift reduction in organic growth. Such statements absent these material facts caused Plaintiff and other shareholders to purchase Roblox's securities at artificially inflated prices.

On April 30, 2026, Roblox announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Management slashed bookings growth guidance down to 8-12% and a corresponding decline to margin expectations. Defendants disclosed the age verification rollout had caused much more significant impacts engagement and organic growth than management had previously suggested and age check adoption had only increased to 51% global daily active users, from 45% at the end of the previous quarter.

Investors and analysts reacted immediately to Roblox's revelation. The price of Roblox's common stock declined dramatically. From a closing market price of $55.26 per share on April 30, 2026, Roblox's stock price fell to $45.13 per share on May 1, 2026, a decline of about 18.33% in the span of just a single day.

The court-appointed lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought by the class who is adequate and typical of class members who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of the putative class. Any member of the putative class may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Roblox's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.

To learn more about the Verra class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/RBLX or call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Investors Regarding the Roblox Corporation Securities Class Action Lawsuit:

What is the Roblox Corporation securities fraud lawsuit about?

The Roblox Corporation securities fraud lawsuit is a federal securities class action alleging that Roblox Corporation (NYSE: RBLX) and its executives made false and misleading statements to investors by concealing that the Company's age verification rollout would cause a significant slowdown in growth rates, reduce on-platform communication, lead to app store rating reductions, and materially impair Roblox's organic growth potential. As the truth emerged on April 30, 2026 - when Roblox announced Q1 fiscal 2026 results, slashed bookings growth guidance to just 8-12%, disclosed margin deterioration, and revealed that age verification adoption had only reached 51% of global daily active users (up from just 45% the prior quarter), signaling far greater engagement impacts than management had previously suggested - RBLX's stock price fell from $55.26 to $45.13 per share, a decline of approximately 18.33% in a single day, causing significant losses for investors.

Who may be eligible to participate in the Roblox Corporation class action lawsuit?

Investors who purchased or acquired Roblox Corporation (RBLX) securities between October 30, 2025 and April 30, 2026 - the Class Period - and suffered financial losses may be eligible to participate in the Roblox securities class action. Participation as a class member does not require taking any affirmative legal action; eligible investors may recover losses simply by remaining members of the class. Whistleblowers, former Roblox employees, and others with relevant information about the Company's conduct are also encouraged to come forward.

What is a lead plaintiff, and how can I seek appointment in the Roblox Corporation lawsuit?

A lead plaintiff in the Roblox Corporation class action is a court-appointed investor - typically the one with the largest financial interest in the case - who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of all class members. Any Roblox investor who purchased RBLX securities during the Class Period may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice. The deadline to seek lead plaintiff appointment is August 7, 2026. Importantly, choosing not to seek the lead plaintiff role does not affect an investor's ability to share in any recovery obtained for the class.

What should investors do if they purchased Roblox Corporation stock during the Class Period?

Investors who purchased Roblox Corporation (RBLX) securities between October 30, 2025 and April 30, 2026 and suffered losses should contact Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP immediately to discuss their legal rights. The deadline to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the Roblox Corporation securities class action is August 7, 2026. To speak directly with securities litigation partner Josh Wilson, call 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310), or visit www.faruqilaw.com/RBLX for more information.

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Spotify (SPOT - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $493.95, demonstrating a +2.26% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock outpaced the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.45%. Meanwhile, the Dow lost 0.25%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 1.16%.

Coming into today, shares of the music-streaming service operator had lost 4% in the past month. In that same time, the Computer and Technology sector gained 0.38%, while the S&P 500 gained 2.14%.

Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Spotify in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to be unveiled on August 4, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $3.29, showcasing a 785.42% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $5.6 billion, reflecting a 17.66% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.

Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $14.62 per share and revenue of $22.67 billion. These totals would mark changes of +22.96% and +16.66%, respectively, from last year.

Investors should also take note of any recent adjustments to analyst estimates for Spotify. These recent revisions tend to reflect the evolving nature of short-term business trends. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.

Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, stretching from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has a noteworthy track record of outperforming, validated by third-party audits, with stocks rated #1 producing an average annual return of +25% since the year 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection has moved 0.42% lower. Spotify is currently a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).

In terms of valuation, Spotify is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 33.04. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 19.77, so one might conclude that Spotify is trading at a premium comparatively.

Investors should also note that SPOT has a PEG ratio of 1.19 right now. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. The Internet - Software industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.09 as trading concluded yesterday.

The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 95, putting it in the top 39% of all 250+ industries.

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