Applied Materials (AMAT - Free Report) ) has been one of the hottest stocks in the tech sector, climbing to fresh all-time highs of $739 a share in Tuesday’s trading session, and has now rallied nearly 200% year to date.
The rally reflects growing investor confidence that the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure boom is still in its early innings, positioning Applied Materials as one of the biggest beneficiaries of rising chip manufacturing spending.
But after such a powerful run, investors are asking the obvious question: Is there still room for AMAT stock to move higher, or has the good news already been priced in?’
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Why Applied Materials Stock Is SurgingSeveral catalysts have fueled Applied Materials' recent surge.
Perhaps the biggest driver has been renewed optimism surrounding AI-related semiconductor spending. Strong earnings and bullish outlooks from memory chip giant Micron Technology (MU - Free Report) ) and chipmaker Qualcomm (QCOM - Free Report) ) have reinforced expectations that hyperscalers and semiconductor manufacturers will continue investing aggressively in AI infrastructure.
That spending ultimately flows to semiconductor equipment suppliers like Applied Materials, which provides the tools needed to manufacture advanced chips.
Analysts have become increasingly bullish on the company, with multiple Wall Street firms recently raising their price targets for AMAT after management highlighted accelerating demand for leading-edge logic, Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM), and advanced packaging equipment.
To that point, some analysts believe wafer fabrication equipment spending could remain elevated for years to come as AI adoption expands across various industries.
Tracking Applied Materials’ OutlookBased on Zacks estimates, Applied Materials' annual sales are expected to increase 17% this year to a new peak of $33.29 billion, up from $28.37 billion in 2025. Furthermore, fiscal 2027 sales are projected to spike another 25% to $41.74 billion.
More impressively, Applied Materials' adjusted annual earnings are expected to jump 28% this year to a new peak of $12.11 per share, up from EPS of $9.42 on roughly $7 billion in adjusted net income last year. Better still, FY27 EPS is projected to climb another 32% to $15.98.
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It’s also noteworthy that over the last 60 days, FY26 and FY27 EPS estimates have risen 9% (F1) and 14% (F2), respectively.
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Monitoring AMAT’s ValuationFollowing its sharp rally, AMAT now trades at its highest P/E valuation in the last decade at 57X forward earnings. However, this is not an overly stretched premium to its Zacks Electronics-Semiconductors Industry average of 54X.
Like most AI-related semiconductor stocks, AMAT trades at a noticeable price-to-forward sales (P/S) premium as well, at 19X compared to its industry average of 8X.
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Is AMAT Still a Buy?Applied Materials is benefiting from one of the strongest investment cycles the semiconductor industry has experienced in years. Rising AI infrastructure spending, improving industry fundamentals, analyst upgrades, and stronger semiconductor capital expenditure forecasts have all combined to push shares to record highs.
Although investors should expect some volatility after the recent rally, Applied Materials remains well-positioned to capitalize on the long-term AI semiconductor buildout. For investors seeking exposure to the semiconductor equipment space, the company continues to offer an attractive combination of market leadership, strong earnings momentum, and secular growth potential.
Keeping this in mind, Applied Materials stock currently sports a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), based on the trend of positive earnings estimate revisions, which is helping to justify its elevated P/E valuation.
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - June 30, 2026) - WHY: New York, N.Y., June 30, 2026. Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Zoetis Inc. (NYSE: ZTS) between January 14, 2025 and May 6, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important July 27, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Zoetis securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Zoetis class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/zoetis-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than July 27, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
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DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and touted growing market share, strong veterinarian adoption, and accelerating sales growth across Zoetis' flagship Companion Animal products and/or failed to disclose that: (1) veterinarian prescription growth and adoption of Zoetis' Librela, a canine pain treatment, were sharply weakening as clinicians became more cautious following FDA safety warnings concerning serious neurological complications in dogs; (2) Zoetis' Simparica Trio was losing significant market share to a lower priced competing canine parasiticide with broader indicated use in a slowing overall market; and (3) Zoetis' dermatology products, Apoquel and Cytopoint, were losing substantial market share to a newly launched competing canine treatment. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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NEW YORK, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Zoetis Inc. (“Zoetis” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ZTS). 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 Zoetis and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
You have until July 27, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired Zoetis securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.
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On May 7, 2026, Zoetis reported financial results for the first quarter of 2026. Among other items, Zoetis reported net income of $601 million, flat year over year, and cut its full year 2026 profit guidance to between $6.85 and $7 a share, down from prior guidance of $7.00 to $7.10 a share. In the earnings release, CEO Kristin Peck said that “the first quarter unfolded in a more challenging operating environment than we anticipated. Pet owners demonstrated increased price sensitivity, resulting in a decline in veterinary visits and softer demand[.]”
On this news, Zoetis’s stock price fell $23.91 per share, or 21.5%, to close at $87.31 per share on May 7, 2026.
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SummaryToyota is upgraded to buy after a prolonged share price decline and improving fundamentals.TM's focus on hybrids positions it well amid rising fuel prices and sluggish EV adoption, especially compared to U.S. automakers reliant on trucks and SUVs.Japan's economic resilience and recent Supreme Court tariff relief further support the investment case for TM.TM's solid margins, revenue growth, and global brand justify a modest valuation premium, though risks remain. Getty Images
Toyota (TM) has suffered a long slide after peaking in February at $248, and shares are now going for $171.5. The last time I looked at TM in May 2025, I assigned a hold rating owing
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I've decided to replace my existing Permian exploration and production exposure with Texas Pacific Land Corporation. The stock shows evidence of upside capture during bullish oil price cycles. Water services and toll-booth oil and gas royalties limit downside capture in down-cycles. I enjoy the idea of CapEx being spent on growth instead of maintenance, which is a feature distinct from oil and gas producers.
For the month ending June 26, shares of Robinhood Markets (HOOD) jumped 29.46% and some analysts think there’s more upside in store for the financial services stock.
If that assessment is accurate, the Direxion Daily HOOD Bull 2X ETF (HODU) is an ETF that active short-term traders should monitor. HODU packs a punch as it’s designed to deliver 200% of the daily performance of this famous fintech stock. HODU’s status as a leveraged ETF confirms that it should not be held for extended periods of time. However, given the popularity of Robinhood stock among both professional and retail traders and the company’s enviable positioning in some high-growth segments, there are likely to be plenty of appropriate occasions in which to make use of the Direxion ETF.
Indeed, Wall Street sees upside ahead for Robinhood. Take last Friday as one example. BTIG initiated coverage of the stock with a “buy” rating and a $125 price target, implying upside of more than 25% from the June 26 close. Adding to that, are some compelling fundamentals that could lift the stock even further — and HODU along with it.
More Than Hope for HODU Potentially boosting the case for short turnaround usage of HODU are Robinhood’s favorable demographics. Calling the company “born to disrupt, built to compound,” BTIG analyst Andrew Harte noted that Robinhood’s average customer is 36 years old with an average account balance of $13,000.
The latter figure may be dwarfed by the average balances at legacy brokers, but those shops typically serve older client bases. Robinhood is hip with younger investors — and as those market participants age and accumulate more wealth, the stock stands to benefit.
The company is capitalizing on that compelling demographic by becoming the one-stop shop for younger investors and savers. That effort also includes the already successful “super app” approach — one that could be an occasional catalyst for HODU as well.
“Robinhood is aggressively diversifying from a volatile trading-dependent business into a multi-product financial ecosystem, with prediction markets, crypto staking, banking, and private market access driving 15% YoY revenue growth to $1.07B in Q1 2026, even as core crypto revenue declined 47%,” noted EveryTicker.
HODU could also benefit from a rebound in cryptocurrency prices. Digital currency trading commissions are a key revenue contributor for Robinhood and were a drag on mostly solid first-quarter results.
“The revenue performance reveals the magnitude of crypto’s drag: without the $118M decline in crypto revenue, growth would have been 26% YoY. The fact that Robinhood still posted double-digit growth despite a 47% crypto collapse demonstrates the diversification strategy’s effectiveness,” added EveryTicker.
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Robinhood (HOOD 1.34%), the online brokerage that popularized commission-free trading through its streamlined app, generated 20% its revenue from cryptocurrency trades in 2025. The bears often claim that Robinhood's heavy reliance on crypto trading makes it an unreliable long-term investment, given the crypto market's notorious volatility.
But in the first quarter of 2026, Robinhood's total revenue rose 15% year over year to $1.07 billion, even though its crypto trading revenue plunged 47% to $134 million and only accounted for 13% of its top line. Let's see how Robinhood offset its declining crypto revenue, and why that diversification makes it a better long-term investment.
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Why is Robinhood insulated from the crypto winter? In the first quarter of 2026, Robinhood's options trading revenue rose 8% to $260 million, its equities trading revenue grew 46% to $82 million, and its "other" transaction revenue (mainly consisting of events/prediction contracts) surged 320% to $147 million. That growth offset its declining crypto revenue, and its total transaction-based revenue rose 7% to $623 million.
Fears of interest rate hikes chilled the crypto market in the first quarter. However, elevated interest rates boosted its net interest revenue, which rose 24% year over year to $359 million, as it collected more interest on uninvested user cash, margin books, and securities lending.
Its subscription platform, Robinhood Gold, also expanded 36% year over year to 4.3 million subscribers in the first quarter. As a result, its subscription revenue jumped 57% to $85 million. So even though Robinhood's transaction-based revenue would surge in a new crypto summer, it has enough irons in the fire to keep it warm through the current crypto winter.
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Why is Robinhood an attractive long-term investment? From 2025 to 2028, analysts expect Robinhood's revenue and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) to both grow at CAGRs of 16%.
That growth should be driven by the expansion of the "Robinhood Chain", its own Ethereum (ETH 2.43%) Layer-2 network for the tokenization of stocks, bonds, real estate, and other assets; the expansion of its prediction markets business, its integration of more agentic AI tools into its platform, and the rollout of even more features for its Gold subscribers.
With an enterprise value of $85 billion, Robinhood's stock still looks reasonably valued at 24 times next year's adjusted EBITDA. Its expansion and evolution into a more diversified fintech platform should reduce its dependence on cryptocurrencies and drive its stock even higher.
Is the next big thing better than the original? Let's compare CAVA Group (CAVA 4.14%) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG +3.09%) to see which restaurant stock offers better long-term potential for your portfolio today.
CAVA brings Mediterranean flavors to the fast-casual scene with rapid unit growth, while Chipotle remains the gold standard for scale and operational consistency. Both companies target health-conscious diners through customizable bowls, but they represent very different stages of corporate maturity for investors seeking exposure to the dining sector.
The case for CAVACAVA Group operates a Mediterranean fast-casual brand, competing with other retail stocks by selling customizable bowls, pitas, and salads. The company relies on a network of over 50 trusted grower and rancher partners rather than single large customers to source fresh ingredients. Growth stems from new restaurant openings and digital orders, which represented 37.9% of revenue in fiscal 2025.
In its 2025 fiscal year (FY), revenue reached $1.2 billion, representing growth of 22.4% over the prior year. This expansion is driven by a steady cadence of new location openings across its 28-state footprint, bringing its total count to 439 restaurants. The company reported net income of $63.7 million for the year, resulting in a net margin of 5.4%.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was 0.6x. This metric compares total debt to shareholder equity, indicating how much the company relies on borrowing to fund its growth. The current ratio was 2.7x, which measures a company's ability to pay short-term obligations with assets that can be converted to cash within a year. Free cash flow, which is cash from operations minus capital expenditures, was $26.1 million.
Chipotle Mexican Grill remains a dominant leader in the dining space, focusing on responsibly sourced ingredients and classically cooked food. While it serves a massive consumer base in the United States, it maintains international partnerships like the Alshaya Group to facilitate growth in the Middle East. Digital sales are a major pillar of the business, accounting for 36.7% of food and beverage revenue in FY 2025.
Revenue for FY 2025 totaled $11.9 billion, a 5.4% increase compared to the previous fiscal year. Net income reached $1.5 billion, resulting in a healthy net margin of 12.9%. While revenue growth is slower than its smaller peers, the company maintains consistent profitability as it continues to scale globally and optimize its kitchen operations.
On its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was 3.5x. This metric compares total debt to shareholder equity, suggesting a higher reliance on debt compared to smaller competitors. The current ratio was 1.2x, indicating the company has enough short-term assets to cover its immediate liabilities. Free cash flow for the year was $1.4 billion, reflecting a highly cash-generative business model that supports ongoing expansion.
Risk profile comparisonCAVA faces intense competition from local restaurants and national players, including grocery and meal-kit services that put downward pressure on pricing. Food safety is a constant concern due to the use of fresh, unprocessed ingredients that could cause brand damage if contamination occurs. Additionally, the company must execute perfectly on its expansion plans, as delays in construction or labor shortages could stall its growth trajectory.
Chipotle’s reliance on fresh, raw ingredients increases the risk of food-borne illness outbreaks, which can cause significant financial and reputational harm. It also depends on a narrow group of suppliers to meet its strict animal welfare standards, making it vulnerable to price spikes in beef or avocados. The company competes with giant rivals like McDonald's, while also navigating labor risks such as wage inflation and potential unionization efforts.
Valuation comparisonChipotle offers a significantly lower valuation than CAVA based on its Forward P/E, which compares the stock price to future earnings estimates. CAVA also carries a higher P/S ratio, which measures market value against annual revenue.
MetricCAVAChipotle Mexican GrillSector BenchmarkForward P/E150.6x29.4x28.6xP/S ratio8.2x3.6xSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLY sector ETF. Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.
Which stock would I buy in 2026?Both CAVA and Chipotle are compelling restaurant stocks to invest in. Chipotle’s valuation is attractive with its price-to-sales ratio around a low point for the past year. However, there is a reason why CAVA sports a higher valuation.
Chipotle’s stock dropped to a 52-week low of $28.04 on June 4 as investors were disappointed by the company’s first-quarter earnings report. While Q1 revenue rose 7% year over year to $3.1 billion, its sales growth for existing locations increased just 0.5% and is expected to be flat for the full year.
This means Chipotle’s revenue growth is entirely dependent on new store openings. It expects to open at least 350 new locations this year.
CAVA’s Q1 revenue jumped up a strong 32% to $434.4 million, helped by 20 new restaurants and same-store sales growth of 10% year over year. The company updated its full-year guidance, forecasting existing restaurants will see around a 5% to 6% sales increase. It expects to open at least 75 new locations in 2026.
Given CAVA’s stronger revenue growth powered by a combination of same-store sales and new locations, the company is the better restaurant stock to invest in.
ROYAL OAK, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Agree Realty Corporation (NYSE: ADC) (the “Company”) today announced that it will release its second quarter 2026 operating results after the market closes on Thursday, July 30, 2026. A conference call to discuss the Company’s operating results is scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Interested parties and shareholders may access the call via teleconference or webcast:
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A live webcast of the conference call will also be available through the Company's website. To access, log-on to www.agreerealty.com and go to the Investors section five minutes prior to the call.
A replay of the conference call webcast will be archived and available online through the Investors section of www.agreerealty.com.
About Agree Realty Corporation
Agree Realty Corporation is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that is RETHINKING RETAIL through the acquisition and development of properties net leased to industry-leading, omni-channel retail tenants. As of March 31, 2026, the Company owned and operated a portfolio of 2,756 properties, located in all 50 states and containing approximately 57.5 million square feet of gross leasable area. The Company’s common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “ADC”. For additional information on the Company and RETHINKING RETAIL, please visit www.agreerealty.com.
NEW YORK, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kuehn Law, PLLC, a shareholder litigation law firm, is investigating whether certain officers and directors of Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders.
According to a federal securities lawsuit, Insiders at Dick's Sporting Goods caused the company to misrepresent or fail to disclose that (i) demand for products in DKS’s Outdoor segment was slowing faster than represented, resulting in excess inventory; (ii) the “structural changes” that were repeatedly touted, including differentiated products, improved pricing technology, and more efficient clearance channels, did not allow the Company to manage its excess inventory without hurting the Company’s profitability; (iii) the need to liquidate excess inventory, including in the Outdoor segment, would have a materially negative effect on the Company’s profitability; and (iv) as a result of the above, statements about DKS’s business condition and prospects were materially false and misleading
If you currently own DKS and purchased prior to August 23, 2022 please contact Sophia Anne Silayan by email at [email protected] or call (833) 672-0814. Kuehn Law pays all case costs and does not charge its investor clients. Shareholders should contact the firm immediately as there may be limited time to enforce your rights.
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Key Takeaways Northrop Grumman won a $312.3M Navy contract for SEWIP Block 3 production through August 2029.NOC's SEWIP Block 3 adds advanced electronic attack to counter hostile radar and anti-ship missiles.Northrop Grumman continues investing in next-generation electronic warfare for naval defense systems. Northrop Grumman (NOC - Free Report) continues to strengthen its position in the Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) market through its advanced electronic warfare (EW) technologies and long-standing partnership with the U.S. Navy. The company's Mission Systems business develops next-generation EW solutions that help naval forces detect, identify and counter increasingly sophisticated threats, improving survivability and mission effectiveness in contested maritime environments.
A key example is Northrop Grumman's latest contract from the U.S. Navy. In June 2026, the company secured a $312.3 million modification contract to exercise an option for the production of SEWIP Block 3 Hemisphere and Quadrant systems. Awarded by the Naval Sea Systems Command, the contract supports the continued production of advanced electronic warfare systems for U.S. Navy ships and is scheduled for completion by August 2029.
SEWIP Block 3 represents the latest evolution of the Navy's AN/SLQ-32 electronic warfare system. It provides advanced electronic attack capabilities that enable warships to detect, identify, analyze and counter hostile radar and anti-ship missile threats. By integrating offensive and defensive electronic warfare functions, the system enhances fleet survivability while allowing Navy vessels to respond more effectively to increasingly complex electromagnetic threats.
With naval forces worldwide investing heavily in electronic warfare and electromagnetic spectrum dominance, demand for advanced systems such as SEWIP is expected to remain strong. Northrop Grumman's continued investments in next-generation electronic warfare technologies, combined with its proven expertise in delivering mission-critical naval defense systems, position it well to benefit from long-term defense modernization initiatives and the growing focus on maritime electronic warfare capabilities.
Other Stocks to Keep on the WatchlistOther aerospace and defense companies expanding their electronic warfare capabilities are discussed below:
RTX Corporation (RTX - Free Report) : The company is a leading provider of advanced electronic warfare systems. Its Next Generation Jammer equips the EA-18G Growler with advanced electronic attack capabilities, enabling it to disrupt and degrade multiple enemy radar systems simultaneously.
General Dynamics (GD - Free Report) : The company offers advanced electronic warfare solutions through its defense portfolio. Its Tactical Electronic Warfare System enables military personnel to detect, identify and locate enemy signals while disrupting hostile communications and improving battlefield situational awareness.
The Zacks Rundown for NOCShares of NOC have lost 1.5% in the past year compared with the industry’s 6% growth.
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The company shares are trading at a discount on a relative basis, with its forward 12-month Price/Sales being 1.55X compared with its industry’s average of 2.62X.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NOC’s 2026 and 2027 earnings has moved north over the past 60 days.
NEW YORK, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kuehn Law, PLLC, a shareholder litigation law firm, is investigating whether certain officers and directors of iRhythm Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: IRTC) breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders.
According to a federal securities lawsuit, Insiders at iRhythm caused the company to misrepresent or fail to disclose that the Zio AT monitor was a real-time monitor intended for high-risk patients. Specifically, that insiders repeatedly touted the potential growth for the Zio AT as an innovative product that had only just begun to penetrate the market for real-time monitoring, which investors looked upon favorably given the premium selling price associated with devices approved for high-risk patients. As a result of these misrepresentations, the price of iRhythm common stock traded at artificially inflated prices at relevant times.
If you currently own IRTC and purchased prior to November 5, 2021 please contact Sophia Anne Silayan by email at [email protected] or call (833) 672-0814. Kuehn Law pays all case costs and does not charge its investor clients. Shareholders should contact the firm immediately as there may be limited time to enforce your rights.
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Shares of Ambarella Inc. AMBA surged about 28% on Tuesday.
The rally came after Rosenblatt Securities identified the edge artificial intelligence chipmaker as one of its top technology stock picks for the second half of 2026, citing its strong positioning in the fast-growing physical AI market.
The brokerage included Ambarella among a select group of eight technology companies it believes offer attractive risk-reward profiles heading into the second half of the year.
Rosenblatt maintained a Buy rating on the stock and reiterated its $120 price target, implying approximately 79% upside from Monday's closing price.
The rally adds to an already strong run for the semiconductor company, whose shares have climbed 74% over the past three months.
Rosenblatt's bullish outlook centers on Ambarella's exposure to what it describes as the rapidly expanding physical AI market, where artificial intelligence is deployed directly on devices rather than relying solely on cloud-based computing.
The brokerage expects AI adoption to continue expanding beyond data centers into real-world applications that require intelligent processing close to the source of data.
"We see AMBA as a Physical AI pure play," analyst Kevin Cassidy wrote in a report released Tuesday.
Cassidy said Ambarella's semiconductor products are well positioned to benefit from growing demand for edge AI computing across multiple industries.
Edge AI applications remain a key growth driverRosenblatt's investment thesis is based largely on increasing demand for AI vision processors capable of delivering high-performance computing with low power consumption directly at the edge.
"Applications such as surveillance, robotics, industrial automation, drones and autonomous systems require high-performance, low-power AI vision processors close to the sensor," Cassidy said, adding, "Ambarella's algorithm first AI [security operations center] architecture delivers."
The brokerage believes these markets position Ambarella to benefit as AI inference increasingly shifts from centralized cloud infrastructure to connected devices such as cameras, autonomous vehicles, robots and industrial equipment.
Recent business developments also support that outlook. Ambarella recently reported record fiscal 2026 revenue, with Edge AI products accounting for approximately 80% of its business.
The company also signed a long-term agreement with Hanwha Group covering security, robotics and industrial automation.
The agreement represents a potential revenue opportunity of up to $800 million over more than a decade, although that figure is not guaranteed.
Despite the positive outlook, Ambarella continues to face execution challenges as it invests heavily to expand its Edge AI business.
The company's long-term growth thesis depends on its Edge AI system-on-chip platforms becoming a critical hardware layer as AI inference moves closer to cameras, vehicles and industrial devices.
Broader enterprise adoption and increased automotive deployments remain key catalysts for the business.
At the same time, higher research and development spending and rising operating costs could pressure financial performance if expected design wins and production volumes fail to materialize.
Ambarella also continues to face customer and geographic concentration risks, which could affect future growth.
According to long-term projections, Ambarella is expected to generate approximately $526.3 million in revenue and $74.3 million in earnings by 2028.
Achieving those figures would require annual revenue growth of about 14.8% and a significant improvement in profitability from its current earnings position.
Netflix (NFLX 3.19%) isn't Wall Street's favorite stock these days. As of June 29, it's down 44% over the last year, trading at a modest 24 times trailing earnings. Are people selling Netflix stock for good reason, or is it a fantastic buy at these low prices?
The efficiency king nobody's talking about Netflix doesn't just make money; it makes money efficiently.
Return on assets? 23.7%, more than triple the next-best entertainment stock, Fox Corp. (FOX +2.47%). Return on invested capital? 28.8%, again about triple Fox's runner-up reading. Return on equity? 48.5%. You guessed it -- roughly three times Fox's returns on shareholder equity. Sure, Warner Music Group (WMG +1.80%) runs ahead at 68.5%, but that's not necessarily a good thing. It's the math you get from Warner's low equity and a heavy debt load. These aren't just profit percentages that look good on a spreadsheet. They're evidence that Netflix squeezes more profit out of every dollar than its sector rivals can dream of.
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It's still growing at scale Here's the thing about large companies: They're supposed to slow down over time. Netflix didn't get the memo.
For a company generating over $47 billion in annual revenue, Netflix continues to expand at an impressive clip. Revenue rose 16% year over year in the first quarter, and analysts expect roughly 12% annual growth over the next three years. That's like watching a weight lifter win a cross-country footrace.
The valuation reset From 2023 to 2025, Netflix largely traded at 50-plus times earnings. Investors gladly paid up, and the stock soared to a record market cap of $569 billion last summer.
Things have changed. Netflix's stock plunged amid the Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD 1.81%) bidding drama and Q2 revenue and earnings guidance just below the Street's consensus estimates. I already mentioned the 24x P/E ratio and 44% price drop. Netflix isn't on clearance, but the "overpriced" argument has lost its teeth.
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Netflix combines best-in-class operational efficiency with double-digit revenue growth and a valuation that no longer demands perfection. The stock isn't broken; it's just unfashionable. That's a great setup for long-term investors.
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RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lincoln Financial (NYSE:LNC) announced today that it will report its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, July 30, 2026. A conference call is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day. Earnings materials, including the 2026 second quarter Earnings Release, Earnings Supplement, and Statistical Supplement, will be available on the company’s Investor Relations web page at www.lincolnfinancial.com/investor.
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An audio webcast of the conference call will be broadcast live through Lincoln’s website at www.lincolnfinancial.com/webcast. Please log on to the webcast at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the conference call to download and install any necessary streaming media software. A replay of the webcast will be available at www.lincolnfinancial.com/webcast by 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on July 30, 2026.
About Lincoln Financial
Lincoln Financial helps people confidently plan for their vision of a successful financial future. As of December 31, 2025, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses – annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. As of March 31, 2026, the company had $340 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, PA., Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. Learn more at LincolnFinancial.com.
Buying quality dividend stocks when they're low can be a great move. Low prices mean high yields, and that can allow you to secure some larger-than-normal payouts, helping you to get the most bang for your buck in terms of dividend income.
Three stocks that offer high yields and which recently hit new 52-week lows that you may want to consider for your portfolio today include Sanofi (SNY 1.77%), AT&T (T 5.16%), and Vici Properties (VICI 2.30%).
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Sanofi Healthcare stock Sanofi is down 12% this year, and it recently hit a new 52-week low of just under $41. This is despite the company's recent results looking solid, with revenue rising by nearly 14% at constant exchange rates, to 10.5 billion euros, for the first three months of the year. Revenue from top drug Dupixent was particularly strong, rising by nearly 31% year over year.
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Investors are concerned about the company's long-term growth strategy, with Dupixent losing patent protection in the U.S. market in 2031. But with that still being about five years away, it may be premature to push the panic button. Patent expirations are an inevitable risk that top pharmaceutical companies have to consistently navigate. Sanofi has been expanding its pipeline through acquisitions and investments in research and development. And with 28 phase 3 trials and many others in earlier stages, its cupboard is by no means bare.
At a reduced valuation, the stock is trading at just 19 times its trailing earnings, and its dividend is yielding a mouthwatering rate of 5.7%. With strong free cash flow supporting its payout, this may be an underrated dividend stock to buy right now.
AT&T Top telecom stock AT&T has also been enduring a tough year, as its shares are down 17% thus far in 2026, hitting new lows on Tuesday. While its business is stable and generally reliable for modest growth over the long run, concerns about SpaceX expanding its Starlink mobile service have investors worried that it may further chip away at AT&T's limited growth.
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An increase in competition can always be a concern for a company, but it may be premature to expect that it will be disastrous for AT&T's business. It's a situation worth monitoring, but I believe the market may be overreacting here. SpaceX CEO Elon Musk often has grand visions, but they don't always come to fruition.
AT&T stock trades at an incredibly low price-to-earnings multiple of just seven, and its yield is now around 5.3%. With a terrific payout and an excellent margin of safety to compensate for the potential risk it faces, AT&T's stock could be an intriguing option for dividend investors to consider today.
Vici Properties Last but certainly not least on this list is Vici Properties. This real estate investment trust (REIT) focuses on casino and entertainment properties and offers the highest yield here, at 6.7%. It's down around just 5% this year, but that's enough for it to sink to a new 52-week low recently. This is a low-volatility stock that doesn't go on wild swings in value, which is why it can be a particularly valuable dividend stock to own. While it might not generate massive returns, it may provide investors with some stable and reliable dividend income.
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The key number for investors to consider when evaluating REITs is funds from operations (FFO) per share, which REITs use to assess their earnings. It's an adjusted earnings figure, but it gives a good indication of how the business is doing on a cash flow basis and how well its dividend is covered. During the most recent quarter, which ended in March, Vici's FFO per share was $0.82, up from $0.51 a year ago as it benefited from a change in allowance for credit losses. But even based on last year's FFO per share, its earnings are still higher than the rate of its quarterly dividend -- $0.45.
At just nine times its trailing earnings, this is another attractive dividend stock that may be worth buying today.
Main Street Capital boasts an 8.6% yield, strong dividend growth, and exceptional base-dividend coverage, making it a top-tier BDC performer. MAIN's structural advantage—issuing shares at a premium to NAV—is eroding as valuation multiples decline and non-accruals rise, pressuring its accretive equity-issuance flywheel. While the regular dividend remains well-covered, the supplemental dividend faces risk over the next 6-12 months due to reliance on realized gains and excess income.
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Flowserve Corporation (NYSE: FLS) (“Flowserve” or the “Company”), a leading provider of flow control products and services for the global infrastructure markets, has closed its all-cash acquisition of Trillium Flow Technologies' Valves Division1 (“TVD”) for $490 million plus working capital adjustments. TVD is a leading provider of highly engineered mission-critical valves and other flow control equipment used in nuclear and traditional power generation, industrial, and.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Trillium Flow Technologies ("Trillium"), a portfolio company of First Reserve and a leading provider of highly engineered flow control products and aftermarket services, today announced the completion of the sale of select valves businesses to Flowserve Corporation (NYSE: FLS) ("Flowserve"), a leading provider of flow control products and services for the global infrastructure markets. The transaction excludes Trillium's French valves operations.
The transaction marks an important milestone in Trillium's ongoing portfolio evolution, reflecting the strength and performance of its valves businesses and the teams behind them. With heritage dating back to 1843, the valves portfolio includes established brands – several with over a century of history – serving critical industries including power, water, and infrastructure worldwide.
These businesses have built a strong reputation for engineering excellence, reliability, and long-term customer partnerships, with a focus on providing a specialized product portfolio which delivers differentiated technology to nuclear power generation assets globally.
"The sale reflects the strength, quality, and long-standing reputation of our valves team and underlying business model," said Doug Kitani, Chief Executive Officer of Trillium Flow Technologies. "We are confident these businesses are well-positioned for continued success with Flowserve, and we remain focused on thoughtfully shaping our portfolio for the future."
"This successful transaction reflects the disciplined execution and collaboration demonstrated across our organization," said Kerem Yilmaz, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Trillium Flow Technologies. "As we continue to execute on the strategic evolution of our portfolio, our focus has remained on supporting our teams, maintaining operational performance, and positioning these businesses for long-term success."
"Today's announcement represents an important milestone in the evolution of Trillium Flow Technologies," said Jeff Quake, Managing Partner at First Reserve. "Through our partnership with the Trillium team, we have supported the development of a high-quality, industry-leading platform serving critical global infrastructure markets."
Following completion of the transaction, Trillium will continue to operate as a focused and capable organization with a strong portfolio of businesses serving critical infrastructure markets globally, experienced leadership, and a continued commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and customer support.
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About Trillium Flow Technologies
Trillium Flow Technologies is a global designer, manufacturer, and aftermarket services provider of highly engineered valves and pumps used in critical infrastructure, including nuclear, water, power, processing, minerals, and general industrial applications. Built on industry leading global brands with hundreds of years of heritage, Trillium powers its advancement through cutting-edge innovation, industry expertise, and company vision to become the most relied upon flow control solutions company in the world. For more information, visit www.trilliumflow.com.
About First Reserve
First Reserve is a leading private equity firm investing across Infrastructure Solutions, Value-Added Infrastructure and Resources strategies with exposure in energy, utility, and industrial markets. Founded in 1983, First Reserve has more than 40 years of industry insight and has cultivated a differentiated network of relationships and portfolio exposure. Since inception, First Reserve has raised over $35 billion of aggregate capital and has developed operational expertise built from over 750 transactions, including platform investments and add-on acquisitions. Please visit www.firstreserve.com for further information.
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NEW YORK, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:
LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII)’s sale to Patrick Industries, Inc. for 1.2440 shares of Patrick common stock for each share of LCI Industries common stock. If you are a LCI Industries shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Nuvalent, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVL)’s sale to GSK plc for $124.00 per share in cash. If you are a Nuvalent shareholder, click here to learn more about your rights and options.
Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN)’s sale to Eaton Corporation plc. Upon closing of the Proposed Transaction, Dana shareholders will own approximately 49.9% of the combined company. If you are a Dana shareholder, click here to learn more about your legal rights and options.
Taylor Morrison Home Corporation (NYSE: TMHC)’s sale to Berkshire Hathaway Inc. for $72.50 per common share in cash. If you are a Taylor Morrison shareholder, click here to learn more about your legal rights and options.
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LYNCHBURG, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) will issue a news release detailing second quarter 2026 results on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, after market close and will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. EDT. Listen-only participants are encouraged to participate and view the supporting presentation via the Internet at investors.bwxt.com. The dial-in numbers for participants are (U.S.) 1-800-715-9871 and (International) 1-646-307-1963; conference ID: 6333615. A replay of the c.
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of securities of Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG) between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 2026. Hub Group describes itself as a “transportation and logistics freight carrier that provides trucking and related services to operators across the supply chain.”For more information, submit a form, email attorney Phillip Kim, or give us a call at 866-767-3653.The Allegations:.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that purchasers or acquirers of Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG) securities between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), have until August 28, 2026 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff of the Hub Group class action lawsuit. Captioned Lawler v. Hub Group, Inc., No. 26-cv-07596 (N.D. Ill.), the Hub Group class action lawsuit charges Hub Group and certain of Hub Group's top current and former executive officers with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Hub Group class action lawsuit, please provide your information here:
You can also contact attorneys Ken Dolitsky or Michael Albert of Robbins Geller by calling 800/851-7783 or via e-mail at [email protected].
CASE ALLEGATIONS: Hub Group is a supply chain solutions provider that offers transportation and logistics management services.
The Hub Group class action lawsuit alleges that defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Hub Group's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2023 to Q4 2024, including annual reports for 2023 and 2024, contained material misstatements caused by the premature and incorrect recognition of certain transactions concerning, among other things, Hub Group's operating revenue, operating income, revenue recognition, effectiveness of internal controls and procedures, and drivers of financial results and growth; and (ii) Hub Group's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2025 to Q3 2025 contained material misstatements caused by the understatement of purchased transportation costs and accounts payable concerning, among other things, Hub Group's operating expenses, purchased transportation and warehousing expenses, operating income, effectiveness of internal disclosure controls and procedures, and drivers of financial results and growth.
On February 5, 2026, Hub Group allegedly announced "that it will restate its financial statements for the first, second and third quarters of 2025" due to "an error that resulted in the understatement of purchased transportation costs and accounts payable in the first nine months of 2025." Hub Group allegedly further announced that its reports for those quarters "were in each case materially misstated due to the aforementioned error and should no longer be relied upon" and that the "total amount of the reduction to accounts payable and purchased transportation costs related to this issue that was recorded during these periods is $77 million." On this news, the price of Hub Group stock dropped approximately 18%, according to the complaint.
The Hub Group class action lawsuit further alleges that on May 12, 2026, Hub Group announced that it had "identified certain transactions that were prematurely or incorrectly recognized or not adequately supported," rendering its 2023 and 2024 financial reports to be materially misstated such that they "should no longer be relied upon." Hub Group allegedly further announced that it expected "to conclude that it did not maintain effective disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting for each of the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023." On this news, the price of Hub Group stock fell 13%, according to the complaint.
THE LEAD PLAINTIFF PROCESS: The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 permits any investor who purchased or acquired Hub Group securities during the Class Period to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the Hub Group class action lawsuit. A lead plaintiff is generally the movant with the greatest financial interest in the relief sought by the putative class who is also typical and adequate of the putative class. A lead plaintiff acts on behalf of all other class members in directing the Hub Group class action lawsuit. The lead plaintiff can select a law firm of its choice to litigate the Hub Group class action lawsuit. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff of the Hub Group class action lawsuit.
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NEW YORK, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG) and certain of its officers.
This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Hub Group securities between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm’s site: bgandg.com/HUBG.
Hub Group Case Details
The Complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that:
(1) Hub Group's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2023 to Q4 2024, including its annual reports for 2023 and 2024, contained material misstatements caused by the premature and incorrect recognition of certain transactions concerning, among other things, the Company's operating revenue, operating income, revenue recognition, effectiveness of internal controls and procedures, and drivers of financial results and growth;
(2) Hub Group's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2025 to Q3 2025 contained material misstatements caused by the understatement of purchased transportation costs and accounts payable concerning, among other things, the Company's operating expenses, purchased transportation and warehousing expenses, operating income, effectiveness of internal disclosure controls and procedures, and drivers of financial results and growth; and
(3) as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects lacked a reasonable basis and were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
What's Next for Hub Group Investors?
A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm’s site: bgandg.com/HUBG. or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in Hub Group you have until August 28, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.
No Cost to Hub Group Investors
We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys’ fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful.
Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for Hub Group Securities Class Action?
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com
"Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC.
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Boston, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - June 30, 2026) - Block & Leviton announces that a securities fraud lawsuit has been filed against Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG) and certain of its executives. Investors who have lost money in their Hub Group investment should contact the firm to learn more about how they might recover those losses. For more details, visit https://blockleviton.com/cases/hubg.
What is this all about?
The complaint alleges that Hub Group, a North American transportation and logistics company, told investors during the class period that its financial reports were accurate and that its internal accounting controls were effective. According to the complaint, the Company had actually been recognizing certain transactions too early or incorrectly and had understated its purchased transportation costs and accounts payable, making its reported revenue, expenses, and operating income materially wrong. The truth began to emerge on February 5, 2026, when Hub Group announced it would restate its financial statements for the first three quarters of 2025 due to a roughly $77 million understatement, and again on May 12, 2026, when it disclosed that its 2023 and 2024 annual reports were also materially misstated and should no longer be relied upon. Following these announcements, Hub Group's stock price fell sharply, dropping about 18% in February 2026 and a further 13% in May 2026.
Who is eligible?
Anyone who purchased Hub Group, Inc. common stock between April 28, 2023, and May 11, 2026, and has seen their shares fall may be eligible, whether or not they have sold their investment. Investors should contact Block & Leviton to learn more.
What should you do next?
The deadline to seek appointment as lead plaintiff is August 28, 2026. A class has not yet been certified, and until a certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member. If you've lost money on your investment, you should contact Block & Leviton to learn more via our case website, by email at [email protected], or by phone at (888) 256-2510.
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If you have non-public information about Hub Group, Inc., you should consider assisting in our investigation or working with our attorneys to file a report with the Securities Exchange Commission under their whistleblower program. Whistleblowers who provide original information to the SEC may receive rewards of up to 30% of any successful recovery. For more information, contact Block & Leviton at [email protected] or by phone at (888) 256-2510.
Why should you contact Block & Leviton?
Block & Leviton is widely regarded as one of the leading securities class action firms in the country. Our attorneys have recovered billions of dollars for defrauded investors and are dedicated to obtaining significant recoveries on behalf of our clients through active litigation in the federal courts across the country. Many of the nation's top institutional investors hire us to represent their interests. You can learn more about us at our website, www.blockleviton.com, call (888) 256-2510 or email [email protected] with any questions.
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Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of purchasers of securities of Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG) between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 28, 2026.
So What: If you purchased Hub Group securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
What to do next: To join the Hub Group class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/hub-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 28, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
Why Rosen Law: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
Details of the case: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that Hub Group's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2023 to Q4 2024, including annual reports for 2023 and 2024, contained material misstatements—caused by the premature and incorrect recognition of certain transactions—concerning, inter alia, Hub Group's operating revenue, operating income, revenue recognition, effectiveness of internal controls and procedures, and drivers of financial results and growth. In addition, Hub Group's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2025 to Q3 2025 contained material misstatements—caused by the understatement of purchased transportation costs and accounts payable —concerning, inter alia, Hub Group's operating expenses, purchased transportation and warehousing expenses, operating income, effectiveness of internal disclosure controls and procedures, and drivers of financial results and growth. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Hub Group class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/hub-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.
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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Hub Group To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options
If you purchased or acquired securities in Hub Group between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 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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, /PRNewswire/ -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Hub Group, Inc. ("Hub Group" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HUBG) and reminds investors of the August 28, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.
James (Josh) Wilson, Faruqi & Faruqi Senior Partner (PRNewsfoto/Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP) Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com.
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) Hub Group's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2023 to Q4 2024, including annual reports for 2023 and 2024, contained material misstatements caused by the premature and incorrect recognition of certain transactions concerning, among other things, Hub Group's operating revenue, operating income, revenue recognition, effectiveness of internal controls and procedures, and drivers of financial results and growth; and (2) Hub Group's financial statements prepared for the periods from Q1 2025 to Q3 2025 contained material misstatements caused by the understatement of purchased transportation costs and accounts payable concerning, among other things, Hub Group's operating expenses, purchased transportation and warehousing expenses, operating income, effectiveness of internal disclosure controls and procedures, and drivers of financial results and growth.
On February 5, 2026, Hub Group announced that the Company's financial statements for the first three quarters of 2025 should not be relied upon and would be restated due to "an error that resulted in the understatement of purchased transportation costs and accounts payable in the first nine months of 2025." The Company revealed that its reports for those quarters "were in each case materially misstated due to the aforementioned error and should no longer be relied upon" and that "the Company [wa]s also continuing to assess the effectiveness of its disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting and appropriate remediation steps." The Company also estimated that "[t]he total amount of the reduction to accounts payable and purchased transportation costs related to this issue that was recorded during these periods is $77 million."
This news caused the price of Hub Group stock to decline roughly 18%, from $51.33 per share at close on February 5, 2026, to $41.96 per share at close on February 6, 2026.
On May 12, 2026, Hub Group announced that it had "identified certain transactions that were prematurely or incorrectly recognized or not adequately supported," causing its 2023 and 2024 annual reports filed with the SEC to be "materially misstated," such that they "should no longer be relied upon." The Company did not quantify the expected misstatement, although it "expect[ed] to conclude that it did not maintain effective disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting for each of the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023."
This news caused the price of Hub Group stock to decline a further 13%, from $41.86 per share at close on May 11, 2026, to $36.62 per share at close on May 12, 2026.
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 Hub Group's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.
To learn more about the Hub Group class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/HUBG 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 Hub Group Securities Class Action Lawsuit:
What is the Hub Group securities fraud lawsuit about?
The lawsuit alleges Hub Group made misleading statements about revenue recognition, transportation costs, accounts payable, internal controls, and financial reporting, causing multiple financial statements to contain material accounting misstatements.
Who may be eligible to participate in the lawsuit?
Investors who purchased or acquired Hub Group (NASDAQ: HUBG) securities between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 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 proposed class and helps oversee the litigation. Eligible investors must file a motion with the court by August 28, 2026. Investors can share in any recovery without serving as lead plaintiff.
What should investors do if they purchased Hub Group stock during the Class Period?
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bank OZK (the “Bank”) (Nasdaq: OZK) expects to report its second quarter 2026 earnings after the market closes on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Management comments on the second quarter of 2026 will be released simultaneously with the earnings press release and financial supplement which will be available on the Bank’s investor relations website.
Management will conduct a conference call to take questions at 7:30 a.m. CT (8:30 a.m. ET) on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Interested parties may access the conference call live via webcast on the Bank’s investor relations website, or may participate via telephone by registering using this online form. Upon registration, all telephone participants will receive the dial-in number along with a unique PIN number that can be used to access the call. A replay of the conference call webcast will be archived on the Bank's website for at least 30 days.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bank OZK (Nasdaq: OZK) is a regional bank providing innovative financial solutions delivered by expert bankers with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Established in 1903, Bank OZK conducts banking operations in more than 265 offices in nine states including Arkansas, Georgia, Florida, Texas, North Carolina, Tennessee, New York, California and Mississippi and had $41.7 billion in total assets as of March 31, 2026. For more information, visit ozk.com.
Acquisition Adds 930 New Water Customers; $7 Million in Planned Infrastructure Investments
, /PRNewswire/ -- New Jersey American Water today completed its acquisition of the water system of Hopewell Borough for $6.4 million. This former municipally owned system serves approximately 930 water customer connections and has been purchasing water from New Jersey American Water for a portion of the Borough's water supply since 2005. The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities today approved the municipal consent, allowing New Jersey American Water to provide water service to Hopewell Borough customers as of the closing of the transaction.
Photo Caption: New Jersey American Water President Mark McDonough (left) and Hopewell Borough Mayor Ryan Kennedy at the financial closing of the company’s acquisition of Hopewell Borough’s water system.
Photo Caption: New Jersey American Water President Mark McDonough (left) and Hopewell Borough Mayor Ryan Kennedy at the financial closing of the company’s acquisition of Hopewell Borough’s water system. The agreement to purchase the system was approved by voter referendum in November 2025. This agreement underscores New Jersey American Water's ongoing commitment to delivering safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services. By integrating the new system into its operations, the company aims to enhance service reliability, advance infrastructure investments, and improve operational efficiency for Hopewell Borough's customers and this community.
"Following a thorough and thoughtful process with ample community input, we are confident this is the right path forward for Hopewell Borough," said Hopewell Borough Mayor Ryan Kennedy. "By partnering with New Jersey American Water, we are addressing long-term infrastructure needs today while securing dependable, high-quality service and stable rates for our community."
As part of the agreement, New Jersey American Water will invest $7 million in infrastructure improvements to the Hopewell Borough system within the first five years of ownership while keeping rates affordable for the system's customers. Anticipated improvements to the system include identifying and replacing all lead and galvanized steel service lines as well as upgrading aging customer meters, fire hydrants, and water mains. Additionally, New Jersey American Water will shut down the Borough's one operating well that has elevated PFAS levels and provide water to the community through the company's Canal Road and Raritan Millstone Water Treatment Plants which meet current state and federal safe drinking water standards. Further improvement projects will be identified as New Jersey American Water continues its analysis of the system.
"After providing water to Hopewell Borough through an interconnection for over two decades, we're proud to officially welcome the community into our footprint," said Mark McDonough, President of New Jersey American Water. "Our priority is to deliver safe, clean, reliable and affordable service for the 3 million people we serve statewide, including Hopewell. As the community's water provider, we'll start by stabilizing rates, making smart, targeted investments to strengthen the system, and working to address PFAS by first transitioning away from the system's existing well."
Residents will receive additional information in the mail from New Jersey American Water in the coming weeks, and the information is also available now on a new, dedicated webpage on the company's website at newjerseyamwater.com under Customer Service and Billing. Hopewell Borough's residents will now be able to take advantage of the company's customer service benefits, including its online account management portal, MyWater, as well as its H2O Help to Others program for qualifying customers needing help paying their bills.
New Jersey American Water remains focused on delivering industry-leading customer service, environmental stewardship and ongoing infrastructure improvements as it continues to grow and serve more communities across the state. This is New Jersey American Water's tenth acquisition in the last five years, adding more than 25,000 new water and/or wastewater customers.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
About New Jersey American Water
New Jersey American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state with approximately 875 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 3 million people.
For more information, visit www.newjerseyamwater.com and follow New Jersey American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram.
New York, New York and New Orleans, Louisiana--(Newsfile Corp. - June 30, 2026) - Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., notifies investors in PicS N.V. ("PicS" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: PICS) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of investors of PicS who were adversely affected if they purchased the Company's Class A common stock in and/or traceable to its January 30, 2026 initial public offering (the "IPO"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
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CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, PicS and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information in the Offering Documents, violating federal securities laws. The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) in December 2025, the Company determined that its credit assessment procedures were deficient and required enhancement; (ii) following implementation of revised procedures, the Company reclassified approximately R$590 million of exposures from Stage 2 to Stage 3, resulting in an incremental ECL charge of R$88 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2025; (iii) the Company experienced an undisclosed Stage 3 formation rate exceeding 7% in the fourth quarter of 2025, materially departing from the historical trends disclosed in the offering documents; (iv) the offering documents materially overstated the effectiveness of PicS N.V.'s credit models, user data, and underwriting and risk-monitoring capabilities; and (v) prior to the IPO, PicS N.V.'s expansion into riskier business lines had led to deteriorating credit quality, increased default and impairment risk, and adverse financial and operational trends that were expected to continue worsening and materially impact the Company's business and financial results.
The case is FirstFire Global Opportunities Fund, LLC v. PicS N.V., No. 26-cv-04793.
WHAT TO DO? If you invested in PicS and suffered a loss during the relevant time frame, you have until August 4, 2026 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff; however, your ability to share in any recovery does not require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
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KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation's premier boutique securities litigation law firms. This past year, KSF was ranked by SCAS among the top 10 firms nationally based upon total settlement value. KSF serves a variety of clients, including public and private institutional investors, and retail investors - in seeking recoveries for investment losses emanating from corporate fraud or malfeasance by publicly traded companies. KSF has offices in New York, Delaware, California, Louisiana, Chicago, and a representative office in Luxembourg.
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) will hold a conference call on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss its second quarter 2026 financial results. Following some opening remarks, the call will move into a question and answer session.
The earnings press release, including financial statements and segment information, will be distributed after the market closes on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The earnings slide presentation and prepared remarks will be available at www.huntsman.com/investors after the market closes on Thursday, July 30, 2026.
The conference call will be accessible via the webcast link and Huntsman's investor relations website, www.huntsman.com/investors. Upon conclusion of the call, the webcast replay will be accessible via Huntsman's website.
About Huntsman:
Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of diversified chemical products with 2025 revenues of approximately $6 billion from our continuing operations. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 55 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 25 countries and employ approximately 6,000 associates within our continuing operations. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.com.
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Forward-Looking Statements:
Certain information in this release constitutes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements are based on management's current beliefs and expectations. The forward-looking statements in this release are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances and involve risks and uncertainties that may affect the company's operations, markets, products, services, prices and other factors as discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Huntsman companies' filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Significant risks and uncertainties may relate to, but are not limited to, volatile global economic conditions, cyclical and volatile product markets, disruptions in production at manufacturing facilities, reorganization or restructuring of Huntsman's operations, including any delay of, or other negative developments affecting the ability to implement cost reductions, timing of proposed transactions, and manufacturing optimization improvements in Huntsman businesses and realize anticipated cost savings, and other financial, economic, competitive, environmental, political, legal, regulatory and technological factors. The company assumes no obligation to provide revisions to any forward-looking statements should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by applicable laws.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Talos Energy Inc. ("Talos" or the "Company") (NYSE: TALO) today announced the execution of a definitive agreement to jointly acquire certain deepwater assets in the Gulf of America from Shell Offshore Inc. ("Shell"), alongside an affiliate of Ridgewood Energy Corporation, for cash consideration of $850 million (net to Talos), subject to customary purchase price adjustments (the "Acquisition"). Talos expects its final net cash consideration to be approximately $450 - $500 million(1), based upon estimated interim cash flow from the acquired assets from the July 1, 2025 Acquisition effective date.
Strategic Rationale:
Enhances Scale with Significant Financial Accretion: Adds low-cost, high-margin, oil-weighted production and is expected to be immediately accretive to key financial metrics. Increases Reserves and Production with Future Development Upside: Adds proved reserves of approximately 23 million barrels of oil equivalent ("MMBoe") and 10 MMBoe of probable reserves, with additional operated Infrastructure‑Led Exploration (ILX) opportunities supporting future growth. Production for the first quarter 2026 was 16 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day ("MBoe/d"), ~77% oil. Maintains Balance Sheet Strength and Financial Flexibility: The transaction is expected to be funded through a combination of cash on hand and debt, allowing Talos to maintain a strong balance sheet and leverage profile consistent with its disciplined capital allocation framework. Talos President and Chief Executive Officer Paul Goodfellow commented, "We are pleased to announce the acquisition of these high-quality deepwater assets directly aligned with Pillar Two of our strategy. The bolt-on is highly accretive, materially enhances free cash flow, and includes Infrastructure-Led Exploration opportunities where our field life extension track record can unlock value beyond current reserves. We also see a clear pathway for operated development activity to compete for capital beginning in 2027, further supporting long-term value creation as we continue to advance our strategy to build a long-lived, scaled portfolio and become the leading pure-play offshore E&P."
GULF OF AMERICA BOLT-ON ACQUISITION
The acquired assets include a 50% working interest and operatorship in the Coulomb field owned exclusively by Shell and a 25% non-operated working interest in the BP-operated Na Kika platform and four associated fields, including Kepler, Ariel, Fourier, and Herschel. Upon executing definitive agreements, Talos provided a deposit of $42.5 million in escrow, to be credited at close. Based upon estimated interim cash flow from the acquired assets from the July 1, 2025 Acquisition effective date, Talos expects its final net cash consideration to be approximately $450 - $500 million(1), excluding the deposit. The working interests in the BP-operated Na Kika platform and associated fields are subject to a 30-day preferential right by affiliates of BP, which, if exercised, would result in Talos only acquiring a 50% working interest and operatorship in the Coulomb field.
First quarter 2026 average production for the interests Talos is acquiring was approximately 16 MBoe/d (~77% oil). The acquired assets include approximately 23 MMBoe of proved reserves and probable reserves of 10 MMBoe, based on NSAI SEC year-end 2025 reserves report, net to Talos and net of P&A.
Other commercial terms of the agreement include a 50% upside sharing agreement effective at closing through year-end 2027 subject to commodity-price-based thresholds if realized price exceeds $60/Bbl as well as certain other contingencies and agreements.
The Acquisition is expected to close by the end of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including the expiration or termination of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 and the expiration of applicable preferential purchase rights with respect to applicable Na Kika interests.
TRANSACTION FINANCING
The Company expects to fund the Acquisition through a combination of cash on hand and debt. In connection with the transaction, Talos has secured $150 million of incremental commitments from its existing lenders, increasing the Company's borrowing base from the current $700 million to $850 million, subject to and effective upon closing the Acquisition.
Talos Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Zach Dailey added, "This strategic transaction in the Gulf of America is expected to be immediately accretive to key financial metrics and deliver long-term value while maintaining balance sheet strength and preserving financial flexibility. Importantly, the increased borrowing base reflects strong confidence from our lenders in the quality of the acquired assets, Talos's base business, and the financial framework that underpins our strategy. On a pro forma basis, we expect to maintain leverage consistent with our financial framework."
OPERATIONS UPDATE AND 2026 GUIDANCE
The Company successfully completed the Genovesa workover and returned the well to production late in the second quarter of 2026, consistent with its previous guidance.
As recently announced by the operator, the first Monument development well was successfully drilled to its total measured depth of 32,250 feet and encountered 245 feet of net pay confirming pre-drill expectations. Drilling is set to commence on the second development well followed by completion operations on both wells. First oil is expected by late 2026.
The Company expects to update its 2026 operating and financial guidance for the Acquisition following closing.
ADVISORS
Greenhill, a Mizuho affiliate, served as exclusive financial advisor to Talos on the Acquisition.
Footnotes:
(1) Assumes estimated closing date of September 1, 2026.
ABOUT TALOS ENERGY
Talos Energy (NYSE: TALO) is a technically driven, innovative, independent energy company focused on safely maximizing long-term value through its Exploration & Production business in the United States Gulf of America and offshore Mexico. We leverage decades of technical and offshore operational expertise to acquire, explore, and produce assets in key geological trends while maintaining a focus on safe and efficient operations, environmental responsibility, and community impact. For more information, visit www.talosenergy.com.
INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT
Kyle Sahni
[email protected]
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This communication may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. When used in this communication, the words "will," "could," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "estimate," "expect," "project," "forecast," "may," "objective," "plan" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included in this communication, are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding our plans and expectations regarding the Acquisition, including the anticipated financing, timing and benefits of the Acquisition, the anticipated impact of the Acquisition on our financial position, growth opportunities and competitive position, and our projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events.
We caution you that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. These risks include, but are not limited to, our ability to consummate the Acquisition on the terms currently contemplated, including the risk that we or other parties to the transaction may be unable to satisfy the conditions to closing the Acquisition; our ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the Acquisition; the risk that BP exercises its preferential right with respect to the Na Kika facilities and associated fields; changes in market conditions affecting the oil and gas industry or long-term oil and gas price levels; political or regulatory developments; reservoir performance; the outcome of future exploration efforts; timely completion of development projects; technical or operating factors; the uncertainty inherent in projecting ultimate recoverable resources and future rates of production and cash flows and access to capital; the timing of development expenditures; potential adverse reactions or competitive responses to our acquisitions and other transactions, including the proposed Acquisition; risks and uncertainties related to economic, market or business conditions; and the other risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and other Securities and Exchange Commission filings.
Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described herein occur, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, our actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements, expressed or implied, included in this communication are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. This cautionary statement should also be considered in connection with any subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements that we or persons acting on our behalf may issue. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this communication.
NEW YORK, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Commvault Systems, Inc. (“Commvault” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CVLT). 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 Commvault and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
You have until July 17, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired Commvault securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.
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On January 27, 2026, Commvault reported its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 and revealed ARR growth below the Company’s prior guidance. In particular, ARR growth for the quarter was only $39 million, which fell short of the Company’s $45 million guidance.
On this news, Commvault’s stock price fell $40.23 per share, or 31.1%, to close at $89.13 per share on January 27, 2026.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:SRPT), the leader in precision genetic medicine for rare diseases, granted equity awards on June 30, 2026 that were previously approved by the Compensation Committee of its Board of Directors under Sarepta’s 2024 Employment Commencement Incentive Plan, as a material inducement to employment to 30 individuals hired by Sarepta in the second quarter of 2026. The equity awards were approved in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
The employees received in the aggregate 151,305 restricted stock units (“RSUs”). One-fourth of the RSUs will vest yearly on each anniversary of the Grant Date, such that the RSUs granted to each employee will be fully vested on the fourth anniversary of the Grant Date, in each case, subject to each such employee’s continued employment with Sarepta on such vesting date. Employees did not receive options to purchase shares of Sarepta’s common stock.
About Sarepta Therapeutics
Sarepta is on an urgent mission: engineer precision genetic medicine for rare diseases that devastate lives and cut futures short. We hold a leadership position in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) and are building a robust portfolio of programs across muscle, central nervous system, and cardiac diseases. For more information, please visit www.sarepta.com or follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram and Facebook.
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ), a leading beverage alcohol company, reported today its first quarter fiscal 2027 financial results. A conference call to discuss the financial results and outlook will be hosted by President and Chief Executive Officer, Nicholas Fink, and Chief Financial Officer, Garth Hankinson, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. ET. Visit ir.cbrands.com to locate information for joining the conference call, or a live, listen-only webcast of the conference call.
ABOUT CONSTELLATION BRANDS
Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ) is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. Our mission is to build brands that people love because we believe elevating human connections is Worth Reaching For. It’s worth our dedication, hard work, and calculated risks to anticipate market trends and deliver for our consumers, shareholders, employees, and industry. This dedication is what has driven us to become one of the fastest-growing, large CPG companies in the U.S. at retail, and it drives our pursuit to deliver what’s next.
Every day, people reach for brands from our high-end, imported beer portfolio anchored by the iconic Corona Extra and Modelo Especial, a flavorful lineup of Modelo Cheladas, and favorites like Pacifico, and Victoria; our exceptional wine brands including The Prisoner Wine Company, Robert Mondavi Winery, Kim Crawford, Schrader Cellars, and Lingua Franca; and our craft spirits brands such as Mi CAMPO Tequila and High West Whiskey.
As an agriculture-based company, we strive to operate in a way that is sustainable and responsible. Our ESG strategy is embedded into our business and we focus on serving as good stewards of the environment, investing in our communities, and promoting responsible beverage alcohol consumption. We believe these aspirations in support of our longer-term business strategy allow us to contribute to a future that is truly Worth Reaching For.
To learn more, visit www.cbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
A PDF containing our first quarter fiscal 2027 financial results and full financial tables is available at: http://ml.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/46e744f1-3497-4d66-b70c-8da93fea1287
STZ stock is moving. Watch the price action here. Constellation Brands reported quarterly earnings of $3.43 per share, which beat the consensus estimate of $3.21 by 6.85%, according to Benzinga Pro data.
Quarterly revenue clocked in at $2.43 billion, which beat the Street estimate of $2.39 billion.
“I see significant runway to continue growing our leading brands with an even greater emphasis on
understanding consumer occasions and relevance — increasingly looking at our business through the lens of when, where and why consumers are choosing our brands,” said CEO Nicholas Fink.
“I believe Modelo Especial continues to have a significant opportunity ahead of it, supported by both distribution expansion and relatively low unaided awareness for a brand of its scale. With Corona Extra, we are focused on driving excitement and engagement with one of the highest brand equity and most loved brands in the industry,” Fink added.
Looking AheadConstellation Brands affirmed its fiscal year adjusted EPS guidance of $11.20 to $11.90, versus the $11.75 analyst estimate.
STZ Stock Price Activity: According to data from Benzinga Pro, Constellation Brands stock was up 2.09% to $142 in Tuesday’s extended trading.
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NEW YORK & SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bloom Energy (NYSE: BE), a global leader in power solutions, and Brookfield today announced the expansion of their strategic partnership as Brookfield increases its framework to finance power projects for AI infrastructure – from previously announced $5 billion to $25 billion – a fivefold expansion since October 2025. The increased funding will help grow the fuel cell partnership globally. The expanded partnership reflects strong and sustained deman.
MURRAY, Utah, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FinWise Bancorp (NASDAQ: FINW) (“FinWise” or the “Company”), the parent company of FinWise Bank, today announced that it will report its second quarter 2026 results and host a conference call and webcast after the market close on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Conference Call Information
The conference call will be held at 5:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, to discuss financial results for the second quarter of 2026. The dial-in number is 1-877-423-9813 (toll-free) or 1-201-689-8573 (international). The conference ID is 13760730. Please dial the number 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
Webcast Information
The webcast will be available on the Company’s website at FinWise Earnings Call Live Webcast and a replay of the call will be available at Investor Relations | FinWise Bancorp (gcs-web.com) for six months following the call.
Submission of Conference Call Questions
In addition to questions asked live by analysts during the call, the Company will also accept for consideration questions submitted via email prior to 5:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Please email questions to [email protected].
About FinWise
FinWise provides Banking and Payments solutions to fintech brands. Its existing Strategic Program Lending business, conducted through scalable API-driven infrastructure, powers deposit, lending and payments programs for leading fintech brands. As part of Strategic Program Lending, FinWise also provides a Credit Enhanced Balance Sheet Program, which addresses the challenges that lending and card programs face diversifying their funding sources and managing capital efficiency. In addition, FinWise manages other Lending programs such as SBA 7(a), Owner Occupied Commercial Real Estate, and Leasing, which provide flexibility for disciplined balance sheet growth. FinWise is also expanding and diversifying its business model by incorporating Payments (MoneyRails™) and BIN Sponsorship offerings. Through its compliance oversight and risk management-first culture, FinWise is well positioned to guide fintechs through a rigorous process to facilitate regulatory compliance.
For more information on FinWise Bank, visit https://investors.finwisebancorp.com.
June 30, 2026 16:30 ET | Source: Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.
ARCHBOLD, Ohio, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc., (Nasdaq: FMAO), the holding company of F&M Bank, with total assets of $3.49 billion at March 31, 2026, today announced that it has approved the Company’s quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share, a 4.0% year-over-year increase, reflecting the Bank’s continued strong momentum, solid financial performance, and commitment to creating long-term value to shareholders. The second-quarter dividend is payable on July 20, 2026, to shareholders of record as of July 10, 2026.
About Farmers & Merchants State Bank:
F&M Bank is a local independent community bank that has been serving its communities since 1897. F&M Bank provides commercial banking, retail banking and other financial services. Our locations are in Butler, Champaign, Fulton, Defiance, Hancock, Henry, Lucas, Shelby, Williams, and Wood counties in Ohio. In Northeast Indiana, we have offices located in Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Jay, Steuben and Wells counties. The Michigan footprint includes Oakland County, and we have Loan Production Offices in Muncie, Indiana; and Perrysburg and Bryan, Ohio.
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Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (“F&M”) wishes to take advantage of the Safe Harbor provisions included in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements by F&M, including management’s expectations and comments, may not be based on historical facts and are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “seek,” “estimate,” “project,” “target,” “goal,” “will,” “would,” and similar expressions. Actual results could vary materially depending on risks and uncertainties inherent in general and local banking conditions, competitive factors specific to markets in which F&M and its subsidiaries operate, future interest rate levels, legislative and regulatory decisions, capital market conditions, deposit flows and pricing, liquidity and access to wholesale funding, interest rate and asset-liability management, credit quality (including commercial real estate exposures), collateral values, inflation and macroeconomic conditions, changes in laws and regulations (including capital and liquidity requirements and the implementation of “Basel III Endgame”), FDIC assessments, stress testing and supervisory expectations, cybersecurity and third-party/vendor risks, competition and technological change, geopolitical events, severe weather and natural disasters, agricultural sector conditions, the accuracy of CECL estimates and other accounting judgments, capital and dividend restrictions, and other risks described in F&M’s filings with the SEC. F&M undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. For more details, please refer to F&M’s SEC filing, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Such filings can be viewed at the SEC’s website, www.sec.gov or through F&M’s website www.fm.bank.
Company Contact:Investor and Media Contact:Lars B. Eller
President and Chief Executive Officer
Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc.
(419) 446-2501 [email protected] M. Berger
Managing Director
SM Berger & Company, Inc.
(216) 464-6400 [email protected]
June 30, 2026 16:30 ET | Source: Glacier Bancorp, Inc.
KALISPELL, Mont., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: GBCI) will report second quarter financial results after the market closes on July 23, 2026. A conference call for investors is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Please note that our conference call host no longer offers a general dial-in number.
Investors who would like to join the call may now register by following this link to obtain dial-in instructions: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIa64d0770f93544c4992aa6382dbe6242.
To participate via the webcast, log on to: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/53sx3j3i.
If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, the call will be archived on our website, www.glacierbancorp.com.
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. is the parent company for Glacier Bank and its bank divisions: Altabank (American Fork, UT) Bank of the San Juans (Durango, CO), Citizens Community Bank (Pocatello, ID), Collegiate Peaks Bank (Buena Vista, CO), First Bank of Montana (Lewistown, MT), First Bank of Wyoming (Powell, WY), First Community Bank Utah (Layton, UT), First Security Bank (Bozeman, MT), First Security Bank of Missoula (Missoula, MT), First State Bank (Wheatland, WY), Glacier Bank (Kalispell, MT), Guaranty Bank & Trust (Mount Pleasant, TX), Heritage Bank of Nevada (Reno, NV), Mountain West Bank (Coeur d’Alene, ID), The Foothills Bank (Yuma, AZ), Valley Bank (Helena, MT), Western Security Bank (Billings, MT), and Wheatland Bank (Spokane, WA).
Randall M. Chesler, CEO
(406) 751-4722
Ron J. Copher, CFO
(406) 751-7706
June 30, 2026 16:15 ET | Source: Crown Castle Inc.
HOUSTON, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crown Castle Inc. (NYSE: CCI) ("Crown Castle") plans to release its second quarter 2026 results on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, after the market closes. In conjunction with the release, Crown Castle has scheduled a conference call for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. eastern time.
A listen only live audio webcast of the conference call, along with any supplemental materials, can be accessed on the Crown Castle website at https://investor.crowncastle.com. Participants may join the conference call by dialing 833-816-1115 (Toll Free) or 412-317-0694 (International) at least 30 minutes prior to the start time. All dial-in participants should ask to join the Crown Castle call. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investor page of Crown Castle’s website until end of day, Thursday, July 22, 2027.
ABOUT CROWN CASTLE
Crown Castle owns, operates and leases approximately 40,000 cell towers across the U.S. This nationwide portfolio serves as the foundation of wireless connectivity that provides cities and communities access to essential data, technology and wireless service – bringing information, ideas, innovations and the connectivity of modern life to help people and businesses thrive. For more information on Crown Castle, please visit www.crowncastle.com.
CONTACTSSunit Patel, CFO
Hamilton West, VP & Treasurer
Crown Castle Inc.
713-570-3050
THE WOODLANDS, Texas, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LGI Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ: LGIH) today announced that it has been approved to have its common stock dually listed on Nasdaq Texas, LLC (Nasdaq Texas), a new dual listing venue headquartered in Dallas and designed to serve companies with strong ties to Texas.
"LGI Homes was founded in Texas, is headquartered in Texas, and thousands of the families we’ve helped become homeowners are proud to call Texas home," said Eric Lipar, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LGI Homes. "Dual listing on Nasdaq Texas reflects our deep commitment to this state, its communities, and the first-time homebuyers we serve every day. We expect the new exchange to deepen ties between Texas companies and investors, underscoring Texas's position as a leading force in construction and development and a premier destination for business."
“I had the privilege of supporting LGI Homes through their IPO in 2013, and what they’ve built since then is a testament to Eric’s vision for the company. Helping more families achieve the American dream of homeownership while creating real value for investors — that’s the opportunity Nasdaq Texas exists to represent.” said Rachel Racz, SVP and Head of Listings for Texas, Central and Southern U.S., and Latin America.
LGI Homes will maintain its primary listing on the Nasdaq Global Select Market and will be dually listed on Nasdaq Texas under the same "LGIH" ticker symbol. The dual listing will not affect investors' ability to buy or sell the Company's stock.
About LGI Homes, Inc.
Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, LGI Homes, Inc. is a pioneer in the homebuilding industry, successfully applying an innovative and systematic approach to the design, construction and sale of homes across 36 markets in 21 states. LGI Homes has closed over 80,000 homes since its founding in 2003 and has delivered profitable financial results every year. Nationally recognized for its quality construction and exceptional customer service, LGI Homes was named to Newsweek’s list of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies. LGI Homes’ commitment to excellence extends to its more than 1,000 employees, earning the Company numerous workplace awards at the local, state, and national level, including the Top Workplaces USA 2026 Award. For more information about LGI Homes and its unique operating model focused on making the dream of homeownership a reality for families across the nation, please visit the Company’s website at www.lgihomes.com.
CONTACT:
Joshua D. Fattor
Executive Vice President, Investor Relations and Capital Markets
(281) 210-2586 [email protected]
Key Takeaways NSC supports shareholders through dividends and buybacks while maintaining a low debt profile. Weak freight revenues, rail network issues, coal market weakness and share price volatility hurt NSC.NSC shares have gained in the past year, and outperforms its industry and peers like CP and CNI. Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC - Free Report) is currently mired in multiple headwinds. The negative sentiment surrounding Norfolk Southern stock is evident from the fact that the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the second quarter of 2026 and full-year 2026 earnings has been revised downward in the past 90 days. The consensus mark for 2027 earnings has also been projected downward in the past 90 days.
The unfavorable estimate revisions indicate brokers’ lack of confidence in the stock.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Given this backdrop, the question now arises whether it is worth buying, holding, or selling the Norfolk Southern stock at current prices. Let us delve deeper to find out.
Headwinds Weighing on Norfolk Southern StockMacroeconomic concerns are leading to a tough freight environment. Risks associated with an economic slowdown, geopolitical tensions and tariff-induced economic uncertainty do not bode well for railroad stocks like NSC. As things stand now, consumer spending and business investments remain low, and production levels have decreased in response to reduced demand, affecting demand for goods transportation and resulting in a freight recession (The Cass Freight Shipments Index, which declined 4.4% year over year in April 2026, 4.5% year over year in March 2026, 7.2% year over year in February 2026 and 7.1% in January 2026, deteriorated in each of the 12 months in 2025 and led to sub-par freight rates).
Rail network issues due to headwinds like locomotive or crew/labor shortages and other service disruptions represent a major challenge for NSC. Network issues or supply chain constraints are likely to adversely impact service levels, in turn, hurting operating efficiency or volume of shipments. High labor costs and elevated operating expenses are hurting the bottom line.
Coal market weakness is another headwind for NSC. The coal business remains subject to secular pressures from greener alternatives, which is leading to the planned retirement of coal units. The weak coal market has resulted in below-par coal revenues. Coal revenues fell 8% year over year to $1.48 billion in 2025. Coal revenues per unit declined 9% year over year in 2025. During first-quarter 2026, coal revenues fell 2% year over year, while coal revenues per unit declined 9% year over year.
Stock prices of railroad companies like NSC are notoriously volatile. This is mainly because the health of the company is tied to the economy, which is undergoing a turbulent phase. As such, shares of NSC may not be suitable for investors who are not comfortable with the often substantial day-to-day volatility.
Unattractive Valuation Picture for NSC StockNorfolk Southern looks expensive from a valuation standpoint. Considering the forward 12-month price-to-sales ratio (P/E-F12M), NSC is trading at a premium compared to the industry.
The stock has a forward 12-month P/E-F12M of 24.81X compared with 21.82X for the industry over the past five years. The company’s forward 12-month P/E-F12M ratio is also above the median level of 18.71X over the past five years. These factors indicate that the stock’s valuation is unattractive. NSC has a Value Score of D.
NSC P/E Ratio (Forward 12 Months) Vs. Industry Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
NSC Stock’s Price PerformanceShares of Norfolk Southern stock have gained 20.7% in the past year, outperforming the Zacks Transportation - Rail industry’s 19.5% increase, as well as that of other industry players, Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP - Free Report) and Canadian National Railway Company (CNI - Free Report) ), within the same time frame.
NSC Stock’s One-Year Price Comparison Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
Factors Working in Favor of NSC StockE-commerce growth is a tailwind for Norfolk Southern. E-commerce demand strength should continue to support growth of railroads like Norfolk Southern. NSC’s AccessNS, an e-commerce tool, gives customers an efficient and convenient one-stop digital platform to conduct business with the railroad operator.
Further, Norfolk Southern’s focus on utilizing the Precision Scheduled Railroading (PSR) operating plan to reduce costs and enhance services for optimal asset utilization is commendable.
Norfolk Southern’s solid balance sheet increases financial flexibility. The company ended first-quarter 2026 with cash and cash equivalents of $1.34 billion, higher than the current debt level of $609 million. This implies that the company has sufficient cash to meet its current debt obligations. Further, NSC’s long-term debt has declined to $16.4 billion at first-quarter 2026 end from $16.6 billion at the end of first-quarter 2025.
A strong balance sheet enables the company to reward shareholders with dividends and share repurchases. As a reflection of its shareholder-friendly stance, during 2025, the company paid dividends worth $1.21 billion and repurchased and retired common stock worth $534 million. During first-quarter 2026, the company paid dividends worth $303 million and repurchased and retired common stock worth $5 million. Norfolk Southern's strong free cash flow-generating ability supports its shareholder-friendly activities. Such shareholder-friendly moves indicate the company’s commitment to creating value for shareholders and underline its confidence in its business.
Time to Retain Norfolk Southern StockIt is understood that NSC stock is currently unattractively valued. Risks associated with an economic slowdown, geopolitical tensions and tariff-induced economic uncertainty do not bode well for railroad stocks like NSC. Rail network issues due to headwinds like locomotive or crew/labor shortages and other service disruptions continue to bother NSC. Weakness pertaining to freight revenues and volumes does not bode well for NSC. Coal market weakness and share price volatility are also causes for worry.
Despite the headwinds, we advise investors not to sell NSC stock now due to its environmentally-friendly approach of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and focus on utilizing the PSR operating plan to reduce costs and enhance services for optimal asset utilization. NSC’s solid balance sheet allows it to reward shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. Such shareholder-friendly moves boost investor confidence and positively impact the company's bottom line.
Considering all the aforesaid factors, we advise investors to wait for a better entry point. For those who already own the stock, it will be prudent to stay invested. The company’s current Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) justifies our analysis. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
JOHNS CREEK, Ga., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saia, Inc. (Nasdaq: SAIA) announced that it will release its quarterly financial results before the market opens on Thursday, July 30th. Saia management will host a conference call to discuss the results later that morning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
To participate in the call, please dial 1-833-890-5317 and request to join the Saia, Inc. call. Callers should dial in five to ten minutes in advance of the conference call. This call will be webcast live via the company website at https://www.saia.com/about-us/investor-relations/financial-releases. A replay of the call will be offered two hours after the completion of the call through August 30, 2026 at 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time. The replay will be available by dialing 1-855-669-9658 referencing conference ID #4952046.
Saia, Inc. (Nasdaq: SAIA) offers customers a wide range of less-than-truckload, brokered truckload, expedited transportation and other logistics services. With headquarters in Georgia, Saia LTL Freight operates 218 terminals with national service. For more information on Saia, Inc. visit the Investor Relations section at https://www.saia.com/about-us/investor-relations
CONTACT: Saia, Inc.
Matthew Batteh
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer [email protected]
HAMILTON, Bermuda--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everest Group, Ltd. (“Everest”) (NYSE: EG) will hold its second quarter 2026 earnings conference call on Thursday, July 30, 2026, beginning at 8:00 am Eastern Time.
Dial in details can be obtained by completing the registration form available at: https://dpregister.com/sreg/10209412/10411df5d80
The call can be accessed via a live, listen only webcast at www.investors.everestglobal.com where a replay of the call will also be available.
Everest will release financial results on July 29, 2026 after the NYSE market close. At that time, Everest’s earnings release and financial supplement will be made available at www.investors.everestglobal.com.
About Everest
Everest is a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions that address customers’ most pressing challenges. Known for a 50-year track record of disciplined underwriting, capital and risk management, Everest, through its global operating affiliates, is committed to underwriting opportunity for colleagues, customers, shareholders, and communities worldwide.
Everest common stock (NYSE: EG) is a component of the S&P 500 index.
Additional information about Everest, our people, and our products can be found on our website at www.everestglobal.com.
SAN DIEGO, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Resmed (NYSE: RMD, ASX: RMD) today announced it plans to release financial and operational results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026 on Thursday, August 6, 2026, after the New York Stock Exchange closes. Following the release, Resmed management will host a webcast to discuss the results. Other forward-looking and material information may also be discussed during the webcast.
Earnings webcast details:
Location: https://investor.resmed.comDate: Thursday, August 6, 2026Time: 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ETInternational: London, Thursday, August 6, 2026, 9:30 p.m. BST
Sydney, Friday, August 7, 2026, 6:30 a.m. AEST Please note, Resmed does not use outside phone lines to access the earnings call, the call is accessible via the above webcast link only.
A replay of the earnings webcast will be accessible on Resmed’s investor relations website and available approximately two hours after the webcast. In addition, a phone replay will be available approximately three hours after the webcast and will be accessible from August 6, 2026, until August 20, 2026, at:
U.S.: +1 877.660.6853International: +1 201.612.7415Conference ID: 13761408
About Resmed
Resmed (NYSE: RMD, ASX: RMD) creates life-changing health technologies that people love. We’re relentlessly committed to pioneering innovative technology to empower millions of people in 140 countries to live happier, healthier lives. Our AI-powered digital health solutions, cloud-connected devices and intelligent software make home healthcare more personalized, accessible and effective. Ultimately, Resmed envisions a world where every person can achieve their full potential through better sleep and breathing, with care delivered in their own home. Learn more about how we’re redefining sleep health at Resmed.com and follow @Resmed.
NEW YORK, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Peabody Energy Corporation (“Peabody” or the “Company”) (NYSE: BTU). 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 Peabody and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
You have until August 24, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired Peabody securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.
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On March 30, 2026, Peabody issued a press release lowering guidance pertaining to its Centurion mine’s expected first quarter 2026 output ahead of the Company’s full earnings release. Among other things, Peabody announced that sales volume from the Centurion mine was expected to deliver approximately 250,000 tons in the first quarter due to mining commissioning challenges (compared to previous estimates of around 700,000 tons).
On this news, Peabody’s stock price fell $3.82 per share, or 9.67%, to close at $35.68 per share on March 30, 2026.
Then, on May 5, 2026, Peabody issued a press release disclosing the Company’s failure to ramp-up output at the Centurion mine by the adverted-to March 2026 deadline and cutting guidance accordingly.
On this news, Peabody’s stock price fell $1.52 per share, or 5.73%, to close at $25.00 per share on May 5, 2026.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.
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BURLINGTON, Mass., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Progress Software (Nasdaq: PRGS), a member of the Russell 2000 Index and a trusted provider of AI-powered digital experience and infrastructure software, today announced its financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended May 31, 2026.
The company’s earnings release and a supplemental slide presentation can be accessed via the Investor Events & Presentations link on the Progress Investor Relations webpage. Progress will host a conference call today at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss its results and outlook.
Conference Call Details
A live webcast of the call will be available at this link.To access the conference call by phone, use this link to retrieve dial-in details. Participants are encouraged to dial in 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.A replay of the conference call and supporting materials will be available on the Progress Investor Relations webpage following the live event.
About Progress Software
Progress Software (Nasdaq: PRGS) empowers organizations to achieve transformational success in the face of disruptive change. Our software enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible AI-powered applications and personalized digital experiences with agility and ease. Businesses of all sizes get a trusted provider in Progress, with the products, expertise and vision they need to turn AI disruption into a competitive advantage. Millions of developers and technologists at hundreds of thousands of organizations depend on Progress every day. Learn more at www.progress.com.
Progress is a trademark or registered trademark of Progress Software Corporation and/or its subsidiaries or affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. Any other names contained herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
Recognized by Gartner as a Leader for Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute
, /PRNewswire/ -- Commvault (NASDAQ: CVLT), a leader in unified resilience at enterprise scale, today announced it has been named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Backup and Data Protection Platforms.1 The evaluation was based on specific criteria that analyzed the company's overall Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute.
Commvault asserts that the company's placement as a Leader reflects continued innovation in cyber resilience, recovery, cloud data protection, and operational simplicity. Over the past year, Commvault expanded its AI-enabled Commvault Cloud platform with unified capabilities designed to help customers strengthen data security, identity resilience, and cyber recovery across increasingly complex hybrid environments.
"Organizations need confidence they can protect critical data, safeguard identities, and recover quickly when disruptions occur. As they adopt AI, they also need to know they can recover AI-enabled applications, data, and operations across the most complex business and technology environments," said Pranay Ahlawat, Chief Technology and AI Officer, Commvault. "Our continued investments in cyber resilience, recovery automation, and AI resilience and intelligence are helping customers achieve these goals."
Advancing Resilience Operations Across Data, Identity, and Recovery
Recovery has become a defining measure of resilience. As organizations expand across hybrid cloud environments and increasingly adopt AI-enabled technologies, they need confidence they can recover critical data, applications, identities, and operations quickly, securely, and at enterprise scale.
Over the past year, Commvault has continued to expand its resilience platform with capabilities designed to simplify operations, improve visibility into sensitive data, and strengthen protection across hybrid environments. The new features available as part of its Commvault Cloud Unity platform release now include expanded protection for modern workloads such as Azure Databricks lakehouse, GitHub, GitLab, BigQuery, and monday.com, enhanced Risk Analysis capabilities through the integration of Satori's data and AI security technology, and expanded identity resilience capabilities, including protection for critical identity systems such as Okta.
Together, these capabilities support Commvault's Resilience Operations (ResOps) vision, helping organizations unify data security, identity resilience, cyber recovery, AI resilience, and operational response through a single platform. By bringing these functions together, organizations can reduce recovery times, improve cyber preparedness, streamline operations, and strengthen resilience across their most critical business applications, identities, and data assets.
Additional Resources
To learn more about Commvault's recognition in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Backup and Data Protection Platforms and download a complimentary copy of the report, visit https://www.commvault.com/gc/itleaders.
Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Backup and Data Protection Platforms, By Michael Hoeck, Jason Donham, Sankalp Rastogi, Rizvan Hussain, 29 June 2026
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About Commvault
Commvault (NASDAQ: CVLT) is a leader in unified resilience at enterprise scale. In a constantly evolving threat landscape, Commvault keeps customers ready by unifying data security, identity resilience, and cyber recovery, on one cloud-native, AI-enabled platform. Customers trust Commvault to conduct the fastest, most complete recoveries – not just their data, but their entire business. Purpose-built for the agentic enterprise, Commvault also enables organizations to safely embrace AI while protecting against AI-driven threats.
Magic Quadrant reports are a culmination of rigorous, fact-based research in specific markets, providing a wide-angle view of the relative positions of providers in markets where growth is high, and provider differentiation is distinct. Providers are positioned into four quadrants: Leaders, Challengers, Visionaries, and Niche Players. The research enables you to get the most from market analysis in alignment with your unique business and technology needs
1 Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Backup and Data Protection Platforms, By Michael Hoeck, Jason Donham, Sankalp Rastogi, Rizvan Hussain, 29 June 2026
