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Datadog (DDOG - Free Report) has recently been on Zacks.com's list of the most searched stocks. Therefore, you might want to consider some of the key factors that could influence the stock's performance in the near future.

Shares of this data analytics and cloud monitoring company have returned -10.4% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -2.9% change. The Zacks Internet - Software industry, to which Datadog belongs, has lost 8.7% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?

Although media reports or rumors about a significant change in a company's business prospects usually cause its stock to trend and lead to an immediate price change, there are always certain fundamental factors that ultimately drive the buy-and-hold decision.

Revisions to Earnings EstimatesHere at Zacks, we prioritize appraising the change in the projection of a company's future earnings over anything else. That's because we believe the present value of its future stream of earnings is what determines the fair value for its stock.

Our analysis is essentially based on how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to take the latest business trends into account. When earnings estimates for a company go up, the fair value for its stock goes up as well. And when a stock's fair value is higher than its current market price, investors tend to buy the stock, resulting in its price moving upward. Because of this, empirical studies indicate a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock price movements.

Datadog is expected to post earnings of $0.13 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +118.5%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed +7.5%.

For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $0.64 points to a change of +52.8% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed +5.3%.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $1.05 indicates a change of +64.1% from what Datadog is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed +9.4%.

With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) for Datadog.

The chart below shows the evolution of the company's forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:

12 Month EPS

Revenue Growth ForecastWhile earnings growth is arguably the most superior indicator of a company's financial health, nothing happens as such if a business isn't able to grow its revenues. After all, it's nearly impossible for a company to increase its earnings for an extended period without increasing its revenues. So, it's important to know a company's potential revenue growth.

In the case of Datadog, the consensus sales estimate of $1.08 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +30.2%. The $4.34 billion and $5.19 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +26.6% and +19.7%, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryDatadog reported revenues of $1.01 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +32.2%. EPS of $0.6 for the same period compares with $0.46 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $956.88 million, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +5.18%. The EPS surprise was +20%.

The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates each time over this period.

ValuationWithout considering a stock's valuation, no investment decision can be efficient. In predicting a stock's future price performance, it's crucial to determine whether its current price correctly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects.

While comparing the current values of a company's valuation multiples, such as price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S), and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), with its own historical values helps determine whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of the reasonability of the stock's price.

The Zacks Value Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which pays close attention to both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics to grade stocks from A to F (an A is better than a B; a B is better than a C; and so on), is pretty helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.

Datadog is graded F on this front, indicating that it is trading at a premium to its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.

ConclusionThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Datadog. However, its Zacks Rank #2 does suggest that it may outperform the broader market in the near term.

June 30, 2026 10:00 ET  | Source: CarMax

RICHMOND, Va., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, has been recognized by Points of Light as a 2026 honoree of The Civic 50®, recognizing the top community-minded companies in the United States according to a comprehensive annual survey. The Civic 50 honorees are recognized for their excellence in employee volunteering, community investment and social impact strategy.

Helping its communities thrive and making a positive social impact is core to who CarMax is and how the company conducts business. Associates are at the core of CarMax’s giving, dedicating their time and talents to meaningful causes important to them. Regional Giving Committees connect store leaders and champions around local priorities, while volunteer programs are built around associates’ passions and interests. Opportunities range from large-scale community projects and companywide walks to small acts of kindness in associates' own neighborhoods. In fiscal year 2026, 100% of CarMax locations participated in volunteer programs, and more than 75% of associates participated in one or more community programs.

"We're honored to be named to the CIVIC 50 by Points of Light, one of the most respected benchmarks for corporate citizenship,” said Leslie Parpart, assistant vice president of CSR and Associate Experience, CarMax. "This recognition reflects the heart of who we are, associates who show up for their communities with care, intention, and a genuine commitment to making a difference. We're incredibly proud to be recognized alongside so many community-minded companies, and especially proud of the associates who bring this to life every day."

Now in its 14th year, The Civic 50® is the nation’s leading corporate social impact recognition program, celebrating excellence in employee volunteering, community investment and social impact strategy. The Civic 50® survey, which recognizes public and private companies with annual revenues of at least $1 billion, allows CSR teams to track purposeful volunteering, giving and community engagement insights.

“Today’s leading companies understand that community engagement is more than a program, it’s a reflection of their commitment to advancing social impact in ways that strengthen both their company and the communities they serve,” said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO of Points of Light. “CarMax demonstrates how to embed purpose into the employee experience, build authentic relationships with communities and use business as a force for good. We’re proud to honor them with the 2026 Civic 50 award.”

The survey includes quantitative and multiple-choice questions that inform the scoring process. The Civic 50® remains the only survey and ranking system focused exclusively on measuring corporate community engagement.

About CarMax
CarMax, the nation’s largest retailer of used autos, revolutionized the automotive retail industry by driving integrity, honesty and transparency in every interaction. The company offers a truly personalized experience with the option for customers to do as much, or as little, online and in-store as they want. During the fiscal year that ended February 28, 2026, CarMax sold approximately 780,000 used vehicles and 540,000 wholesale vehicles at its auctions. In addition, CarMax Auto Finance originated $8 billion in auto loans during fiscal 2026, adding to its $16 billion portfolio. CarMax has more than 255 store locations, approximately 28,000 associates, and is proud to have been recognized for 22 consecutive years as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®. CarMax is committed to helping its communities thrive and reducing the environmental footprint of its operations. Learn more in the 2026 Responsibility Report. For more information, visit www.carmax.com.

About Points of Light
Points of Light is a nonpartisan, global nonprofit organization that inspires, equips and mobilizes millions of people to create positive change through volunteering and civic engagement. Through work with nonprofits, companies and social impact leaders, the organization galvanizes volunteers to meet critical needs in communities. As the world’s largest organization dedicated to increasing volunteer service, Points of Light engages more than 3.8 million volunteers across 32 countries. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.

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Key Takeaways WLY announced a $0.36 dividend per share payable Aug. 23 and has raised dividends six times in five years. AZZ declared a $0.25 dividend per share payable Aug. 30, with a 13% earnings payout ratio. MATX announced a $0.38 dividend per share payable Sept. 3 after six dividend hikes in five years. Volatility has returned to Wall Street as concerns grow over rising inflation and fears of a potential rate hike by the Federal Reserve this year. Oil prices have eased after the United States and Iran signed a preliminary peace deal, but a tech selloff lately has once again been rattling markets.

Given this ongoing uncertainty, conservative investors seeking assured income and looking for ways to protect their capital may want to consider holding or investing in dividend-paying stocks.

Such stocks provide steady earnings through regular dividend payouts and can help mitigate the effects of market volatility. Three such stocks are: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (WLY - Free Report) , AZZ Inc. (AZZ - Free Report) and Matson, Inc. (MATX - Free Report) .

Volatility Returns to Wall StreetAI-related tech stocks have been suffering lately as concerns have been growing about their sustainability. This has resulted in investors rotating out of AI-related stocks and taking refuge in defensive assets. Tech stocks have been driving the broader market rally over the past few years, but doubts about their profitability are now concerning investors.

Several other factors are also weighing on the markets. Inflation has been rising over the last three months. The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index jumped 4.1% from year-ago levels in May, its largest gain since April 2023, the Commerce Department reported last week. This comes after PCE inflation jumped an unrevised 3.8% in April.

Month over month, the PCE index rose 0.4% in May, after climbing 0.7% in April. Oil and other energy prices rose 6.5%. Although oil prices have eased substantially since the United States and Iran signed a temporary peace deal, the impact of the Middle East crisis is far from over.

The jump in global oil prices was primarily responsible for the surge in inflation, which has now drifted far away from the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. The Federal Reserve is now planning to go for a rate hike in its bid to tame inflation. Markets are pricing in a 25-basis-point interest rate hike by the end of this year.

3 Stocks That Recently Announced Dividend HikesJohn Wiley & SonsJohn Wiley & Sons, Inc. is a global provider of knowledge and knowledge-enabled services that improve outcomes in areas of research, professional practice and education. Through the Research segment, WLY provides digital and print scientific, technical, medical and scholarly journals, reference works, books, database services, and advertising. John Wiley & Sons has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

On June 25, John Wiley & Sons announced that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $0.36 a share on Aug. 23. WLY has a dividend yield of 2.95%. Over the past five years, John Wiley & Sons has increased its dividend six times, and its payout ratio presently sits at 34% of earnings. Check John Wiley & Sons’ dividend history here.

AZZ IncAZZ Inc. is a global provider of metal coating services, welding solutions, specialty electrical equipment and highly engineered services to the markets of power generation, transmission, distribution and industrial in protecting metal and electrical systems used to build and enhance the world's infrastructure. AZZ has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

On June 25, AZZ declared that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $0.25 a share on Aug. 30. AZZ has a dividend yield of 0.51%. Over the past five years, AZZ has increased its dividend two times, and its payout ratio presently sits at 13% of earnings. Check AZZ’s dividend history here.

Matson, Inc.Matson, Inc. operates as an ocean transportation and logistics company. MATX offers shipping services in Hawaii, Guam and the Micronesia islands and expedited service from China to Southern California. Matson has a Zacks Rank #3.

On June 25, Matson announced that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $0.38 a share on Sept. 3. MATX has a dividend yield of 0.74%. Over the past five years, Matson has increased its dividend six times, and its payout ratio presently sits at 11% of earnings. Check Matson’s dividend history here.

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Stock to Watch: Huntington Ingalls (HII - Free Report) Based in Newport News, VA, Huntington Ingalls Industries designs, builds and maintains nuclear-powered ships such as aircraft carriers and submarines, and non-nuclear ships, such as surface combatants, expeditionary warfare/amphibious assault and coastal defense surface ships for the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard and provides after-market services for military ships around the globe.

HII is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of A.

It also boasts a Value Style Score of A thanks to attractive valuation metrics like a forward P/E ratio of 16.01; value investors should take notice.

For fiscal 2026, four analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.02 to $17.32 per share. HII boasts an average earnings surprise of +10.6%.

With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Value and VGM Style Scores, HII should be on investors' short list.

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Focus List Spotlight: Smucker (SJM - Free Report) The J. M. Smucker Company, headquartered in Orrville, Ohio, is a leading marketer and manufacturer of branded food and beverage products and pet food and pet snacks in North America. The company's operations are primarily U.S.-based, with additional international activities, principally in Canada.

SJM, a #3 (Hold) stock, was added to the Focus List on August 29, 2024 at $114.73 per share. Since then, shares have increased 1.01% to $115.89.

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Earnings for SJM are forecasted to see growth of 8.9% for the current fiscal year as well.

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Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW | SNOW Price Prediction) and MongoDB (NASDAQ: MDB) both delivered Q1 FY2027 results in late May that beat expectations and raised guidance. Snowflake leaned on its proprietary AI Data Cloud and a fresh AWS megadeal. MongoDB pushed Atlas and vector search deeper into AI agent workloads. Two data platforms, two different architectures, and a market picking sides.

Cortex Carries Snowflake. Atlas Carries MongoDB. Snowflake printed Q1 FY27 product revenue of $1.33 billion, up 34% year over year, with CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy calling it “the strongest sequential dollar growth in our history” and positioning the platform as the “control plane for the Agentic Enterprise.” Net revenue retention held at 126%, and 13,600+ accounts are now using Snowflake AI features. Adoption is real, though it remains locked inside a closed engine.

MongoDB took a different route. Atlas revenue reached $512.5 million, up roughly 29%, while total revenue hit $687.6 million, up 25.3%. New CEO CJ Desai said “we continue to show strong profitability, demonstrating we can drive durable revenue growth while simultaneously expanding margin.” Non-GAAP operating margin landed at 18%, and free cash flow nearly doubled to $197.5 million.

Closed Consumption Engine vs. Open Document Platform The architecture gap is the real story. Snowflake’s consumption pricing rewards heavy use, which is why corporate IT departments aggressively trimming data budgets hits its model harder. The thesis is blunt: Databricks’ open Lakehouse architecture lets enterprises run machine learning directly on their own low-cost cloud storage without paying Snowflake’s data extraction penalties. MongoDB sits on any cloud, with Voyage AI embeddings and a LangChain partnership turning Atlas into agent backend infrastructure.

Lens Snowflake MongoDB Core Bet Proprietary AI Data Cloud Open, multi-cloud document platform Margin Profile Guided non-GAAP op margin 13.5% Already at 18% RPO $9.21B, up 38% $1.46B, up 88% YTD Stock +14.72% -19.42% Snowflake’s $6 billion AWS collaboration and OpenAI partnership signal seriousness. With a price-to-sales ratio of 17 and forward earnings near 128x, valuation leaves no room for budget rationalization.

What Decides the Next Two Quarters Watch whether Snowflake’s Cortex Code and Snowflake Intelligence convert 779 million-dollar customers into bigger consumption checks before competitors pull workloads onto cheaper object storage. For MongoDB, the question is whether Desai’s expanded product and sales leadership accelerates Atlas penetration past 2,895 customers above $100K ARR without margin slippage.

Why I Lean Toward MongoDB Right Now MongoDB looks like the cleaner setup. Profitability is already here, RPO growth of 88% outruns Snowflake’s 38%, and the open architecture aligns with where IT budgets are heading. Snowflake is still the larger, faster-growing platform, and the AI agent narrative could reignite consumption. For investors focused on defensive scale, Snowflake offers it. For those tracking a margin-proven turnaround story, MongoDB’s setup looks cleaner heading through 2026.

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AeroVironment shares skyrocketed 21% after the dronemaker easily blew past Wall Street's fiscal fourth-quarter estimates, benefiting from U.S. plans to modernize the military and secure space.

The Virginia-based defense company more than doubled revenue from a year ago to $642 million, while funded backlog jumped 65% to $1.2 billion. Revenue for autonomous systems totaled $492 million, surpassing the $402 million StreetAccount expectations.

CEO Wahid Nawabi told analysts in a Monday earnings call that the company is scaling manufacturing to keep pace with unprecedented demand and that the company's growth opportunity has "never been stronger.

Other drone stocks rallied in support. Kratos Defense and Security Solutions surged 7%, while Red Cat gained 5%. Small-cap drone components maker Unusual Machines added 9%.

While shares have pulled back in June, AeroVironment is positioning itself for a windfall from the step-up in government funding. The Department of Defense budget is requesting a record $75 billion for drones in 2027 as the Trump administration seeks a historic $1.5 trillion defense budget.

In his second term in office, President Donald Trump has made American drone dominance one of his primary military goals amid a backdrop of rising geopolitical threats, along with scaling U.S. shipbuilding and an extensive Golden Dome project to protect space.

Read more CNBC tech newsThe memory shortage shaking Apple and Microsoft is 'existential crisis' for smaller playersThe AI boom is colliding with a new threat: Severe weatherChina's Zhipu is closing in on top U.S. AI models with Anthropic and OpenAI held backHow GE Vernova builds the massive gas turbines powering the AI data center boomOne of AeroVironment's products is a high-energy laser system known as LOCUST, capable of shooting down drone targets. Analysts view the tool as essential to the company's 2027 guidance and the Army's enduring high-energy laser program.

"Should geopolitical tensions intensify, AVAV is positioned among the top beneficiaries, in our view," wrote analysts at KeyBanc Capital Markets. "We continue to see multiple levers of growth and believe AVAV is an opportunity for long-term growth investors."

Nawabi told CNBC's Morgan Brennan in a recent interview that the U.S. and its allies are "playing catch-up" in adopting drone tech, and conflicts in both Ukraine and Iran have heightened urgency.

"We knew that this inflection point was going to happen sooner or later," he said, adding that recent conflicts have brought drone technology to the "forefront."

AeroVironment said its BlueHalo and Empirical Systems Aerospace acquisitions added $282.3 million in revenue to the current quarter.

— CNBC's Chris Eudaily contributed reporting

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Five years in the making, Autheo is launching its decentralized operating system on Mainnet — after public testnet adoption surpassed 1.8 million wallets, nearly 1 million smart contracts, and 8.8 million transactions.

Autheo today formally introduced its decentralized operating system to the public: a coordination layer designed to let the traditional Web, blockchain networks, and AI agents interoperate natively as a single system. The company is now launching its Mainnet — the production environment for the network — after more than a year of public testnet activity.

The Coordination Layer The Internet Never Had The networking wars of the 1980s and early 1990s settled a principle that has shaped the Internet ever since: interoperability comes from pragmatic, openly deployed protocols, not top-down frameworks. The standards that won — TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, TLS — succeeded by being practical and deployable, and the modern Internet still rests on them. The blockchain era took a different path: each network optimized for its own internal consistency — its own security model, consensus mechanism, APIs, SDKs, and developer tooling — and the result has been a fragmented landscape of largely siloed chains. The rapid rise of AI agents now amplifies that fragmentation, as a growing population of autonomous actors needs to transact across Web, blockchain, and AI systems that were never designed to coordinate with one another.

Protocols such as IBC, LayerZero, CCIP, Wormhole, and Axelar have made meaningful progress on chain-to-chain messaging and asset transfer — but those efforts operate at the bridging layer. Autheo addresses the problem from a different angle: a shared substrate where Web services, blockchain networks, and AI agents coordinate natively on a common identity, communications, execution, and infrastructure layer, rather than relying on bridges that pass messages between otherwise disconnected systems.

At the same time, approximately three-quarters of business applications today are delivered as SaaS, and identity, storage, compute, payments, and messaging already run as distributed services across the Web. The Internet, in other words, has quietly taken on many of the functions of an operating system. What it has lacked is the layer that lets those services — together with blockchain networks and AI agents — interoperate by default, rather than through one-off, brittle integrations built per partner, per protocol, and per chain.

Autheo’s purpose is to provide that coordination and execution layer. The Autheo OS exposes the standard functions one would expect of an operating system—identity, scheduling, messaging, state, compute, storage, and execution—as open, programmable services that any application, protocol, or agent can call. The objective is an integration substrate on which Web2 systems, Web3 protocols, and AI agents can transact and collaborate without needing to know which environment the counterparty is in. For autonomous AI agents specifically, Autheo is built around an on-chain, quantum-resistant trust and identity layer — designed so agents can hold credentials, sign transactions, and invoke services without depending on external systems or exposing private keys. The two design imperatives behind the project are simple: integration and interoperability.

“We didn’t set out to build just another network,” said Scott Bayless, Managing Director and co-founder of Autheo. “We set out to find the right relation between the ones we already have. A body has many parts. A city is many trades. The Internet today is many systems — each doing its work, none of them moving as one. With Mainnet now live, Autheo is the layer where the web, the chain, and the agent can finally work together.”

Founded By Long-Time Collaborators Autheo was founded in July 2021 by Todd Mortenson and Scott Bayless, long-time collaborators who have built and operated multiple ventures together over the past two decades.

The founders shared a simple thesis: the next phase of the Internet will be defined less by any single technology — and more by the coordination layer that enables the traditional Web, blockchain networks, and AI to operate as a single system. Much of what ultimately matters in technology tends to begin far from the loudest places — quietly, slowly, by those who would not have been the obvious choices.

Guided by that vision, the founders and engineering leadership spent the project’s first several years researching networks, ecosystems, protocol design, digital identity, post-quantum security, and decentralized coordination before building Autheo from the ground up around four distinct architectural foundations: TheoID — Autheo’s W3C-compliant Decentralized Identifier (DID) implementation — as the native identity primitive for users, services, and AI agents; PQCNet, Autheo’s post-quantum communications and identity framework, built upon NIST-standardized post-quantum cryptography, including ML-KEM (FIPS 203), ML-DSA (FIPS 204), and SLH-DSA (FIPS 205); a sovereign Cosmos SDK Layer 0 with native IBC interoperability; and an integrated EVM-compatible Layer 1 execution environment, operating as a Proof-of-Stake network with delegated staking and licensed validator eligibility, secured by CometBFT block finality (“Proof of Autheo”).

Solidity smart contracts can be deployed natively on Autheo or migrated from existing EVM-compatible chains, providing developers with a familiar development environment while benefiting from native IBC interoperability across the broader blockchain ecosystem.

The research and development underlying the platform has also resulted in an expanding portfolio of patent families covering core architectural innovations, reflecting the team’s long-term intellectual property strategy surrounding decentralized operating systems, digital identity, interoperability, post-quantum security, and related technologies.

Network engineering and Autheo’s post-quantum security architecture are led by Chief Engineering Officer Kenneth Harper, who has overseen the design, architecture, and implementation of the platform through public testnet and into Mainnet launch. Supporting those efforts is a multidisciplinary organization spanning engineering, product, project management, quality assurance, infrastructure, operations, ecosystem development, developer support, business development, partnerships, marketing, global channels, finance, legal, compliance, and intellectual property. Autheo’s broader contributor base spans approximately 100 people across 25 countries — blockchain pioneers, Fortune 500 operators, and researchers from institutions including MIT, Harvard, Stanford, and Caltech. Independent security audits have been completed by Halborn (testnet) and CertiK (Mainnet).

Autheo collaborates with leading infrastructure, security, and ecosystem partners — including Zeeve, InfStones, Hydrex, Halborn, CertiK, TrustSwap, Team.Finance, Utila, Ape Bond, Antier, EVU, among others — across validator and node operations, security audits, custody, token services, and ecosystem development.

Testnet Adoption Has Compounded Autheo’s public testnet went live in 2025 and, over its first twelve months, attracted approximately 350,000 wallets and 60,000 smart contracts as developers stress-tested the network. Following the May 12, 2026, announcement of Mainnet Phase 1, adoption accelerated. In the roughly 45 days since, cumulative wallet addresses have grown more than 5x and smart contracts have grown more than 15x. As of today, cumulative testnet totals stand at:

1,812,088 wallet addresses 968,502 smart contracts (Figures per Autheo network data, June 24, 2026. Independently verifiable on the public testnet explorer: testnet-explorer.autheo.com · verified contracts.)

Daily activity over the past month has averaged approximately 30,000 new wallet addresses and 20,000 new smart contracts. The Autheo testnet is now onboarding more wallets and deploying more contracts in a single day than it did across full months of its first year. Contract density at this stage is unusual for a Layer-1 testnet and reflects the breadth of developer use cases the team has supported across the build-out.

“Mainnet is live,” said Todd Mortenson, Managing Director and co-founder of Autheo. “The industry will be racing to retrofit post-quantum security ahead of NIST’s timeline — our developers won’t have to. We built PQC in from the ground up. One interface for Web services, on-chain protocols, and AI agents. One million human developers on-chain within three years. And the AI agents building alongside them? Orders of magnitude more. The coordination layer for that future is live today.”

What’s Next With the testnet validating the architecture and the Mainnet now launching, Autheo’s near-term focus is on expanding partnerships across the Web2, Web3, and AI communities and supporting builders deploying applications, agents, and protocols on the platform.

Developer Access (Mainnet, Live Today):

Docs: docs.autheo.com Mainnet block explorer: evm-explorer.autheo.com Chain ID: 2127 (0x84f) Public RPC endpoints: rpc1.autheo.com · rpc2.autheo.com · rpc3.autheo.com API documentation: evm-explorer.autheo.com/api-docs GitHub: Public open-source release is in progress; commercial components remain in compartmentalized private repositories. Testnet explorer (with verified-contract source): testnet-explorer.autheo.com

For developers seeking an early path into the Mainnet ecosystem, the Core Node and Prime Node tiers remain available at commerce.autheo.com (settlement via ETH on Arbitrum). These programs provide eligibility for long-term THEO token emissions, enabling developers to begin accumulating THEO for building, deploying, and participating in the network as the ecosystem expands. The Sovereign Validator Node program (399 nodes total) has its first 275 slots fully subscribed; the remaining 124 are reserved for enterprise partners and ecosystem customers. A dedicated builder portal at autheolabs.com is anticipated to launch, providing additional THEO token and validator allocations for projects deploying on the network.

THEO is anticipated to become available on Hydrex.fi in early July 2026, with additional exchange access expected to follow.

Additional documentation ecosystem, security, infrastructure, and listing announcements are expected over the coming weeks.

About Autheo Autheo is building the Internet operating system — a decentralized coordination and execution layer that enables the traditional Web, blockchain networks, and AI agents to interoperate as a single system. The platform utilizes W3C Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) as its native identity framework and is anchored by PQCNet, Autheo’s quantum-resistant communications and identity infrastructure built upon NIST-standardized post-quantum cryptography, including ML-KEM (FIPS 203), ML-DSA (FIPS 204), and SLH-DSA (FIPS 205). Operating alongside Autheo’s sovereign Cosmos-based Layer 0 and EVM-compatible Layer 1, PQCNet is designed to provide next-generation security for digital identity, communications, authentication, encryption, and trusted interactions across Web, blockchain, and AI ecosystems.

Autheo integrates a sovereign Cosmos SDK Layer 0 with native IBC interoperability and an EVM-compatible Layer 1 execution environment, allowing developers to deploy Solidity smart contracts natively or migrate existing applications from other EVM-compatible networks. Founded in July 2021 by Scott Bayless and Todd Mortenson, Autheo opened its public Testnet in 2025 and launched Mainnet in 2026.

For more information, visit autheo.com and follow Autheo on X at @Autheo_Network. Find the Media Kit at mediakit.autheo.com

MALVERN, Pa., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it has extended its overcurrent protection portfolio with the introduction of six new surface-mount polymer positive temperature coefficient (PTC) thermistor series designed to save board space and increase efficiency in computer, industrial, and consumer applications.

The Vishay BCcomponents PPTC0603E3, PPTC0805E3, PPTC1206E3, PPTC1210E3, PPTC1812E3, and PPTC2920E3 series provide resettable overcurrent protection in low voltage circuits for computer USB-C ports; power over Ethernet (PoE) applications for computer peripherals and telecom equipment; battery-powered industrial tools and consumer devices and appliances; industrial automation systems; and home automation heating controls.

For these applications, the thermistors combine high holding current to 5.0 A with fast trip times down to 50 ms, while low resistance down to 5 mΩ reduces voltage drop and improves efficiency. To minimize board space requirements, the devices are offered in six compact case sizes from 0603 to 2920, with low heights ranging from 0.3 mm to 2 mm.

RoHS-compliant and halogen-free, the PPTC0603E3, PPTC0805E3, PPTC1206E3, PPTC1210E3, PPTC1812E3, and PPTC2920E3 series are compatible with lead (Pb)-free soldering processes up to 260 °C. SPICE and 3D models of the thermistors are available to support designers during development.

Device Specification Table:

Part #PPTC0603E3PPTC0805E3PPTC1206E3PPTC1210E3PPTC1812E3PPTC2920E3Case size060308051206121018122920Ihold (A)0.02 to 0.50.05 to 0.750.05 to 1.10.05 to 1.50.14 to 2.60.5 to 5.0Itrip (A)0.06 to 1.00.15 to 1.50.15 to 2.20.15 to 3.00.34 to 51 to 10Vmax (VDC)6 to 606 to 308 to 606.0 to 908 to 6015 to 60Imax (A)4040 to 10010 to 10010 to 10010 to 10010 to 40PD typ.
(W)0.50.5 to 0.60.6 to 0.80.6 to 1.50.8 to 11.5 to 2Max. trip time (s)0.08 to 1.00.10 to 1.50.1 to 1.50.1 to 1.50.15 to 2.50.30 to 20Rmin. (Ω)0.1 to 120.09 to 3.60.04 to 3.60.04 to 3.60.015 to 1.50.005 to 4.0R1 max. (Ω)0.68 to 700.35 to 200.21 to 200.11 to 500.047 to 60.025 to 1.4
Samples and production quantities of the new PTC thermistors are available now, with lead times of 12 weeks.

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Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Serving customers worldwide, Vishay is The DNA of tech.® Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). More on Vishay at www.Vishay.com.

The DNA of tech® is a registered trademark of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.

Vishay on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/VishayIntertechnology
Vishay Twitter feed: http://twitter.com/vishayindust

Links to product datasheets:
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?29254  (PPTC0603E3)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?29255  (PPTC0805E3)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?29256  (PPTC1206E3)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?29257  (PPTC1210E3)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?29258  (PPTC1812E3)
http://www.vishay.com/ppg?29259  (PPTC2920E3)

Link to product photo:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/vishay/albums/72177720333673949

For more information please contact:
Vishay Intertechnology
Peter Henrici, +1 408 567-8400
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Corpay, Inc.*, (NYSE: CPAY) a global leader in corporate payments, today announced that its Cross-Border business has entered into an agreement with Fever, a l

 LOS ANGELES , June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Verra Mobility Corporation (“Verra” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: VRRM) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Investors who purchased the Company’s securities between February 24, 2026, and May 26, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”), are encouraged to contact the firm before August 4, 2026.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Verra misled investors about its growth prospects. The Company downplayed the risk of major customers in the rental car industry replacing its services with in-house solutions. The Company concealed the fact that its relationship with Avis Budget Group, which represented 10% of its revenue, was at significant risk of falling apart. The Company finally revealed that Avis Budget Group terminated its relationship on May 26, 2026. Based on these facts, the Company’s public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Verra, investors suffered damages.

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FOREST CITY, Iowa, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Winnebago®, a leading innovator and pioneer in recreation vehicles, today announced the launch of Elora™/Resa™, an approachable, compact Class C that delivers the comforts of home while supporting life on the move.

“At Winnebago, listening to our customers has always been central to how we build products, and we’ve heard that RV ownership can feel more complicated than it should,” said Chris Bienert, motorhome product manager at Winnebago. “With Elora/Resa, we focused on simplifying that experience, bringing together the core systems people need into something that feels familiar from day one, so they can spend less energy figuring it out and more time using it. We were also very intentional about including premium features, materials and technology where it matters most.”

From everyday to getaway

Elora/Resa expands how an RV fits into life, bringing together familiar operation, adaptable space and integrated capability to support a wide range of experiences without added complexity.

Approachable and familiar: Confidence begins with what already feels known, as the narrow-body design and just-over-20-foot length create a driving experience that feels familiar for those transitioning from everyday vehicles. Maneuvering and parking are more manageable, reinforcing ease of use in everyday environments. Inside, open layouts, expansive windows, and clear sightlines create a space that feels intuitive and comfortable from the start.
Flexible design and lifestyle: The interior is designed to adapt without added setup, allowing multi-use spaces to transition between sleeping, relaxing, and gear storage within the same footprint. Generous cargo capacity supports a range of uses, from family activities to outdoor pursuits, without requiring reconfiguration. The layout maintains consistent function, enabling owners to adjust how they use the space over time.
Out-of the-box confidence: Integrated systems are designed to support immediate use from day one, reducing the need for additional setup. Simplified controls centralize system management, minimizing manual oversight during operation. Core systems work together to reduce the need for constant monitoring, making it easier to focus on using the RV rather than managing it.
Intentional value: Focused design decisions prioritize essential features without introducing unnecessary complexity, anchoring the product in a purposeful and efficient foundation. A gas-powered, single-fuel platform paired with a lithium power system establishes a straightforward and cohesive approach to operation and ownership. Durable construction, reliable components, and practical features such as convertible living space and semi-dry bath support everyday usability while maintaining long-term value.
The Winnebago Elora/Resa is an approachable compact Class C that combines familiar driving, flexible living, and everyday practicality. Seating six and sleeping four, it is ideal for family weekenders, cost-conscious buyers, or sports enthusiasts who want more space than a B-van and a simple way to travel, without the size or complexity of a traditional Class C.

The product is expected to arrive at Winnebago dealers in July with a nationally advertised price of $153,772.

For a full product tour, specifications, and more, visit www.winnebago.com/models/elora-resa-family

Naming

Elora™ and Resa™ refer to the same product, offered under two nameplates. This approach comes from Winnebago’s Itasca heritage and has been carried forward as part of how we bring products to market today. It allows us to support our combined dealer network while delivering the product and experience to customers, regardless of name.

About Winnebago

Winnebago® has been a part of the American outdoor experience and an RV industry pioneer since 1958. The brand offers legendary innovation, quality and customer experience across a full spectrum of towable travel trailers and motorhomes, from camper vans to rugged adventure trucks. Headquartered in Forest City, Iowa, the brand is a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO), a leading manufacturer of premium outdoor recreation products committed to elevating every moment outdoors. For more information, visit www.winnebago.com.

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LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises FS KKR Capital Corp., (“FS KKR” or the "Company") (NYSE: FSK) investors of a class action on behalf of investors that bought securities between May 8, 2024 and February 25, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). FS KKR investors have until July 3, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.

Investors are encouraged to contact attorney Lesley F. Portnoy, by phone 310-692-8883 or email: [email protected], to discuss their legal rights, or join the case via https://portnoylaw.com/fs-kkr-capital-corp. The Portnoy Law Firm can provide a complimentary case evaluation and discuss investors’ options for pursuing claims to recover their losses.

The FS KKR class action lawsuit alleges that defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) FS KKR overstated the effectiveness of its portfolio restructuring efforts for its nonaccrual companies; (ii) FS KKR overstated the valuation of its portfolio investments and/or overstated the effectiveness of FS KKR’s portfolio valuation process; and (iii) FS KKR overstated the durability of its quarterly distribution strategy.

The FS KKR class action lawsuit further alleges that on August 6, 2025, FS KKR reported second quarter 2025 earnings, revealing that FS KKR’s net asset value had declined to $21.93 per share, down $1.44, or 6.2% from the prior quarter, and the total fair value of investments fell $474 million, to $13,648 million. Moreover, FS KKR allegedly reported a loss per share of negative $0.75, down $1.18 or 274.4% from the prior quarter, and a total net realized and unrealized loss per share of negative $1.36, down $1.12 or 466.7% from the prior quarter. Further, investments on non-accrual status allegedly rose to 3.0% and 5.3% of the total investment portfolio at fair value and amortized cost, respectively, compared to 2.1% and 3.5% in the prior quarter. On this news, the price of FS KKR stock fell more than 8%, according to the complaint.

Then, on February 25, 2026, FS KKR announced fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings, allegedly revealing net asset value had continued to decline to $20.89, down $1.10 or 5% from the prior quarter, and the total fair value of investments fell another $406 million, to $13,009 million. Moreover, FS KKR allegedly reported a loss per share of negative $0.41, down $1.17 or 153.9% from the prior quarter, and a total net realized and unrealized loss per share of negative $0.89, down $1.08 or 568.421% from the prior quarter. Further, investments on non-accrual status again rose to 3.4% and 5.5% of the total investment portfolio at fair value and amortized cost, respectively, compared to 2.9% and 5.0% in the prior quarter.  FS KKR also allegedly “acknowledge[d] specific challenges” with additional companies and cut its dividend to $0.48 per share (previously $0.70). On the accompanying earnings call, FS KKR’s Chief Investment Officer, was allegedly forced to acknowledge that its “recent underperformance reflects challenges in certain legacy investments” in addition to those previously discussed, including Medallia and Cubic Corp. Further, challenges ran much deeper, as FS KKR revealed issues with the identified companies only accounted for “50% of net realized and unrealized losses.” On this news, the price of FS KKR stock fell more than 15%, according to the FS KKR class action lawsuit.

The Portnoy Law Firm represents investors in pursuing claims caused by corporate wrongdoing. The Firm’s founding partner has recovered over $5.5 billion for aggrieved investors. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

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Stock to Watch: Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) Founded in 1959 and based in Ankeny, IA, Casey's General Stores, Inc. operates convenience stores primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 states, mainly Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. As of Apr. 30, 2026, the company operated 2,944 stores. Approximately 71% of all stores were located in areas with populations of fewer than 20,000 people.

CASY is a #1 (Strong Buy) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.

Momentum investors should take note of this Retail-Wholesale stock. CASY has a Momentum Style Score of A, and shares are up 4.7% over the past four weeks.

Five analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.91 to $21.05 per share. CASY boasts an average earnings surprise of +18.4%.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) (“MSG Entertainment”) and Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) (“MSG Sports”) announced today an expanded, multi-year marketing partnership with Lexus, extending the luxury automaker's role as an Official Partner across MSG Entertainment's and MSG Sports' portfolio of premier sports and entertainment assets. Lexus remains the Official Luxury Auto Partner and Luxury Vehicle of Madison Square Garden, Radi.

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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elastic (NYSE: ESTC), the Search AI Company, today announced new capabilities that bring the same scale, performance, and operational simplicity that have made Elastic a trusted platform for logs to metrics. With native Prometheus and PromQL support, out-of-the-box Kubernetes investigation workflows, and automated migration from Datadog and Grafana, Elastic now delivers a unified platform for metrics and logs. Built on Elasticsearch's columnar metrics engine, the.

Key Takeaways MaxLinear expects AI-driven infrastructure growth to lift Q2 as data center revenues rise.MXL is expanding Keystone and Panther platform adoption with hyperscale and Tier 1 customers.MXL likely saw strength from increased shipments in its Industrial and multi-market segment. MaxLinear, Inc. (MXL - Free Report) is expected to post its second-quarter 2026 earnings report next month, with four of its end markets likely to contribute favorably. Infrastructure, now the company’s largest revenue category, is likely to remain the primary growth driver as hyperscale customers rapidly scale AI-centric architectures.

Management expects a step-up in data center revenue beginning in the second quarter, with additional upside as run rates continue to expand into 2027. Driving that momentum is the Keystone PAM4 DSP optical transceiver platform, which has been ramping up at multiple major hyperscale customers across both the United States and Asia, supporting both 400G and 800G PAM4 deployments for scale-up and scale-out applications.

The Panther hardware storage accelerator SoC family is also gaining traction, with rising design win activity among Tier 1 network appliance and cloud service providers, setting up for higher storage accelerator revenues. At the same time, wireless infrastructure momentum is improving as carriers increase investments in 5G RAN access and backhaul to support cloud connected and edge AI functionality.

In Broadband and Connectivity, Maxlinear is advancing large-scale deployments of single-chip fiber PON and Wi-Fi 7 gateway platforms with a second major Tier 1 service provider in North America, with acceleration expected in Europe later this year. Management believes these long-cycle deployments create a stable foundation, building on the integration and power efficiency advantages that support the company’s data center portfolio.

Lastly, MaxLinear’s Industrial and multi-market segment is also likely to benefit from increased volume of shipments of high-performance analog products.

What Are MXL Peers Up To?MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (MTSI - Free Report) introduced a chip scale hot via process built on its AlGaAs diode technology. As an alternative to conventional chip and wire bonding and copper pillar-based surface mount technologies, MACOM’s hot via process simplifies surface mount assembly while delivering low insertion loss and high isolation. The first product using the AlGaAs hot via process technology is the MASW-011261, a broadband SP2T switch operating from 60 to 110 GHz. 

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (SWKS - Free Report) recently unveiled its new Si829x isolated safety gate driver for electric vehicle (EV) traction inverters and other electrified systems, including eTrucking, industrial motor drives and emerging mobility platforms. Introduced at the PCIM Expo, the Si829x uses ProVCD, Skyworks’ second-generation variable current drive, with high-resolution gate waveform shaping and cycle-by-cycle control through a digital interface. 

The Zacks Rundown for MXL StockYear to date, MaxLinear shares have surged 523.5% compared with the industry’s 48.8% growth. 

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In terms of valuation, MXL trades at a forward, two-year Price/Sales (P/S) of 13.59X compared with its 2.76X median and the industry average of 9.52X.

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Here’s how estimates for MaxLinear’s 2026 and 2027 earnings are trending right now.  

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MaxLinear currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Key Takeaways Chewy is scaling AI across customer service, pharmacy, fulfillment and marketing workflows.CHWY expects AI initiatives to deliver efficiency gains in the low tens of millions of dollars in fiscal 2026.Chewy reported 90 basis points of year-over-year SG&A leverage, aided by productivity and early AI benefits. Chewy, Inc. (CHWY - Free Report) is expanding the use of artificial intelligence ("AI") and automation across its business to enhance customer service and improve operational efficiency. During the first quarter of fiscal 2026, the company built the infrastructure required to deploy AI at scale and began integrating these capabilities across multiple functions to support its long-term growth strategy.

Chewy is applying AI and automation across customer service, pharmacy operations, fulfillment and marketing workflows. Management noted that these initiatives are helping lower the cost of serving customers by improving workflow speed, service quality and productivity. The company is utilizing AI to enhance search relevance, personalization and marketing effectiveness.

Chewy expects AI-driven initiatives to generate efficiency benefits in the low tens of millions of dollars during fiscal 2026, with a more meaningful contribution anticipated in 2027 and beyond. In the first quarter, the company delivered roughly 90 basis points of year-over-year SG&A leverage, supported by fulfillment productivity gains, operating discipline and early benefits from technology, automation and AI-enabled initiatives.

At the same time, Chewy continues to invest in strategic growth initiatives, including expanding Chewy Health, scaling Chewy Vet Care, optimizing its fulfillment network and strengthening customer acquisition capabilities. Management emphasized that investments in AI infrastructure and automation are designed not only to improve near-term productivity but also to reinforce the company's long-term competitive positioning.

Looking ahead, management believes continued investments across health, AI, automation, fulfillment and customer experience will strengthen the Chewy ecosystem. The company reiterated the long-term adjusted EBITDA margin target of 10%, reflecting confidence in the operating model as it balances innovation, automation and disciplined execution.

CHWY’s Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesChewy, which competes with BARK, Inc. (BARK - Free Report) and Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. (WOOF - Free Report) , has fallen 28% over the past three months against the industry’s growth of 5.5%. Meanwhile, BARK's shares have declined 5.4% and Petco has dipped 1%.

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From a valuation standpoint, CHWY trades at a trailing price-to-sales ratio of 0.63X, below the industry’s average of 2.10X. It has a Value Score of A. CHWY is trading at a premium to BARK (with a trailing 12-month P/S ratio of 0.21) and Petco (0.13).

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CHWY’s fiscal 2026 and 2027 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 20.5% and 21.9%, respectively. Estimates for fiscal 2026 and 2027 have been revised downward by 9 cents and 13 cents, respectively, over the past 30 days.

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Although the company continues to invest in AI, healthcare and fulfillment capabilities to support long-term growth, short-term challenges remain. Management expects margin expansion to moderate amid difficult comparisons, higher transportation-related costs and continued strategic investments. A softer consumer spending environment and a more cautious outlook for discretionary categories could limit revenue growth and operating leverage in the near term. CHWY currently carries a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell).

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Shannon Lucas, President & Chief Operating Officer of Slide Insurance Holdings (SLDE 0.10%), reported the sale of 18,279 indirectly-held shares valued at approximately $343,000 on May 20, 2026, according to a SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold (indirect)18,279Transaction value$343,000Post-transaction shares (direct)220,000Post-transaction shares (indirect)41,137,814Post-transaction value (direct ownership)~$4.11 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average reported price ($18.78); post-transaction value based on May 20, 2026 market close.

Key questionsWhat does the relatively small percentage of holdings traded in this transaction indicate?
The 0.04% of total holdings sold suggests this filing reflects a minor portfolio adjustment, especially when compared to the larger volume of shares disposed in recent months.How was the sale executed and through which entity?
The sale was conducted indirectly through Securus Risk Management LLC, an entity controlled by Shannon Lucas, with no direct holdings affected by this transaction.How does this trade fit within the recent cadence of insider selling?
Following a series of larger indirect sales since March, this smaller sale aligns with the pattern of declining trade sizes as the available indirect share capacity has diminished.How does the transaction value compare to the company's current market capitalization?
The ~$343,000 transaction represents a negligible fraction of Slide Insurance Holdings' $2.13 billion market capitalization as of May 24, 2026, indicating no material impact on float or insider alignment.Company overviewMetricValueRevenue (TTM)$1.26 billionNet income (TTM)$490.98 millionEmployees3921-year price change-8.00%* 1-year price change calculated as of May 20, 2026.

Company snapshotSlide Insurance offers property and casualty insurance products, focusing on underwriting single family and condominium policies.It generates revenue primarily through insurance premiums, leveraging risk assessment and underwriting expertise to manage claims and profitability.The company targets homeowners and condominium owners in the U.S., with headquarters in Tampa, Florida.Slide Insurance Holdings operates as a specialized property and casualty insurance provider, emphasizing efficient underwriting and risk management. The company leverages a focused business model to serve residential property owners, with a notable presence in high-demand regions. Its scale and profitability are supported by disciplined operations and a targeted approach to customer acquisition.

What this transaction means for investorsThe May 20 sale of Slide Insurance stock by COO Shannon Lucas came at a time when shares had rebounded from a 52-week low of $12.53 reached in September. In fact, she made additional dispositions after this one.

Even so, her sales are not a cause for investor concern. This was a non-discretionary transaction as part of a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in November of 2025. Such plans are often implemented by insiders to avoid accusations of trading based on insider information.

Moreover, Lucas maintained a substantial equity stake post-transaction, thanks primarily to the holdings of her husband, Bruce Lucas, Slide’s CEO. Consequently, her sales are not a red flag.

Slide Insurance is doing well. In the first quarter, revenue increased 38% year over year to $389.3 million, and gross premiums written grew 49%. In May, the company announced it was expanding into California, which has seen a significant exodus of insurance companies due to the state’s rules requiring insurance businesses to pay into a state-funded insurance program and to get government approval for rate increases. The expansion could add to the company’s growing revenue.

Robert Izquierdo has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

COO's premium lenses, MiSight and fertility trends support growth, but Asia-Pacific softness, portfolio shifts and cost pressure keep execution in focus.

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SoFi Small Business Loans offer quick decisions, fast funding and clear upfront pricing to help entrepreneurs and small businesses fund their growth.

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SoFi Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SOFI), the everything app for digital financial services, today announced the launch of SoFi Small Business Loans, to help entrepreneurs and small business owners access fast, transparent financing to run and grow their businesses.

Today’s small business owners are ambitious but increasingly constrained by cash flow. Access to capital can be time-consuming and expensive, leaving some owners reliant on credit cards, waiting on slow bank decisions, or wary of alternative lenders with unclear fees or high rates.

In a recent survey of small business owners, 75% who applied for a business loan or line of credit in the last year said it was difficult to access affordable capital and the Federal Reserve found that more than half of borrowers chose online lenders for speed of decision or funding.

“For many of our members, their financial lives do not stop at personal goals, they also include the businesses they are building,” said Anthony Noto, CEO of SoFi. “With SoFi Small Business Loans, we are expanding our ability to serve members in more of the moments that matter, giving them access to business financing through the same digital-first platform they already use to manage their personal finances.”

SoFi has seen strong demand for financing across several small business categories including construction, healthcare, professional services, and more. SoFi Small Business Loans provides eligible business owners with:

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SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) is the everything app for digital financial services on a mission to help people achieve financial independence to realize their ambitions. 14.7 million members trust SoFi to borrow, save, spend, invest, and protect their money and buy, sell and hold their crypto – all in one app – and get access to financial planners, exclusive experiences, and a thriving community. Fintechs, financial institutions, and brands use SoFi’s technology platform Galileo to build and manage innovative financial solutions across 133 million global accounts. For more information, visit www.sofi.com or download our iOS and Android apps.

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Terms and conditions apply. SOFI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS AND BENEFITS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. To be approved, a borrower’s home address and primary business operating address must be in the U.S. or U.S. territories, and you must meet SoFi's underwriting requirements in SoFi’s sole and absolute discretion. Not all borrowers receive the lowest rate. Lowest rates are reserved for the most creditworthy borrowers. If approved, your actual rate will be within the range of rates at the time of application and will depend on a variety of factors, including term of loan, evaluation of your business and personal creditworthiness, business revenue, and other factors. Rates and terms are subject to change at any time without notice. SoFi Small Business Loans may not be used for personal, family or household purposes. See SoFi.com/legal and SoFi.com/eligibility for more details.

Loan amounts range from $2,500-$250,000. The annual percentage rate (APR) is the cost of credit as a yearly rate and reflects your interest rate.

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Borrowers who do not qualify for a SoFi Small Business Loan will have the opportunity to explore financing options from a provider in SoFi's Loan marketplace. The timing of funding varies by provider.

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Key Takeaways EFX posted Q1 2026 revenues of $1.65 billion, up 14% year over year on broad demand.EFX's U.S. mortgage revenues jumped 38% y/y in Q1 2026, aided by The Work Number Indicator.Equifax is expanding AI capabilities with Agentic AI and Ignite AI Advisor solutions. Equifax (EFX - Free Report) is benefiting from sustainable demand for its diverse offerings. Strong performance across segments, buyouts and expanding artificial intelligence (AI)-powered innovations in analytical tools and solutions support long-term growth.

EFX has a Growth Score of B. This style score condenses key financial metrics to reflect a fair sense of the quality and sustainability of its growth.

The company’s second-quarter 2026 earnings are expected to increase 11.5% year over year. Its 2026 and 2027 earnings are projected to rise 12% and 19.9%, respectively. Revenues are expected to grow 10.9% in 2026 and 9.3% in 2027.

Factors That Bode Well for EFXEquifax generates stable revenue streams from its diversified global data, analytics and technology services. These offerings leverage comprehensive consumer and business databases to serve a diverse client base and mitigate sector-specific challenges. The company’s total revenues have grown at a compounded annual growth rate of 4.3% in the last five years (2021-2025). EFX reported its first-quarter 2026 revenues of $1.65 billion, which increased 14% year over year.

The company’s U.S. Information Solutions mortgage revenues have been a key catalyst to its overall growth lately. EFX reported the segment’s growth of 38% year over year in the first quarter of 2026, driven by stronger market demand and growing customer adoption of Equifax’s The Work Number Indicator product. The tool alerts lenders upfront if an applicant’s income and employment records are already available in the Equifax database.

EFX’s Workforce Solutions segment has been another significant contributor to its growth. Segment revenues increased more than 10% year over year in the first quarter of 2026 due to strong performance across government services and consumer lending markets.

The company’s consistent approach to leveraging its cloud-native infrastructure and AI capabilities improves operational efficiency and long-term growth opportunities. It is transforming its services into advanced and robust AI-driven solutions. EFX developed an Agentic AI platform to accelerate and standardize the development, deployment, monitoring and governance of AI agents across Equifax. Its recently launched Ignite AI Advisor includes new AI-driven conversational analytics, offering customers deeper insights and personalized recommendations.

Risks to Watch

EFX had a current ratio (a measure of liquidity) of 0.61, below the industry average of 1.15 at the end of the first quarter of 2026. A current ratio below 1 often suggests that a company may not be well-positioned to meet its short-term obligations.

The company operates with enormous amounts of sensitive personal data from clients across the globe, making it highly susceptible to cybersecurity threats. The company suffered a cybersecurity breach in 2017, resulting in the theft of highly sensitive personal data belonging to approximately 143 million consumers. Repetition of such incidents will affect its brand image, reputation and credibility.

EFX’s Zacks Rank & Stocks to ConsiderEquifax currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here

Some better-ranked stocks in the Business Services are FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS - Free Report) and Verisk Analytics (VRSK - Free Report) .

FactSet carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present. It has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 6.8%.

FDS beat earnings estimates in two of the last four reported quarters and missed twice, delivering an average earnings surprise of 0.4%.

Verisk Analytics also has a Zacks Rank of 2 at present. It has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 11.7%.

VRSK beat earnings estimates in each of the last four quarters, with the earnings surprise being 6.3%, on average.