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Upstart Holdings, Inc. (UPST - Free Report) closed at $26.93 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.39% move from the prior day. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.05%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 0.46%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 0.64%.

Coming into today, shares of the company had lost 16.32% in the past month. In that same time, the Finance sector gained 1.74%, while the S&P 500 gained 0.61%.

The upcoming earnings release of Upstart Holdings, Inc. will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on August 4, 2026. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.58, up 61.11% from the prior-year quarter. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $354.89 million, indicating a 37.93% upward movement from the same quarter last year.

For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $2.25 per share and revenue of $1.43 billion, which would represent changes of +29.31% and +36.53%, respectively, from the prior year.

It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Upstart Holdings, Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the business and profitability.

Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate remained stagnant. Right now, Upstart Holdings, Inc. possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

Valuation is also important, so investors should note that Upstart Holdings, Inc. has a Forward P/E ratio of 12.24 right now. This signifies a premium in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 10.63 for its industry.

We can also see that UPST currently has a PEG ratio of 0.3. The PEG ratio is similar to the widely-used P/E ratio, but this metric also takes the company's expected earnings growth rate into account. As the market closed yesterday, the Financial - Miscellaneous Services industry was having an average PEG ratio of 0.97.

The Financial - Miscellaneous Services industry is part of the Finance sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 182, putting it in the bottom 27% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Ensure to harness Zacks.com to stay updated with all these stock-shifting metrics, among others, in the next trading sessions.

ToplineParamount Skydance said in a Friday court filing it agreed to push back its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, which has been challenged by 12 states, to 2027, making the concession despite the fact it could incur millions of dollars in fees for not finalizing the deal by the end of September.

The merger is valued at roughly $110 billion.

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Key FactsParamount voluntarily agreed to delay the merger until June 2027 or until five days after the judge makes a decision on the case, whichever comes first.

Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin issued a temporary restraining order against the merger on Monday, giving her two weeks to determine if she would issue a more stark order that pauses the deal indefinitely while the lawsuit against the merger plays out in court.

The delayed merger could cost Paramount big time, as under the terms of the deal it will have to pay a $0.25 per day “ticking fee” per share to Warner Bros. shareholders every day if the deal is not closed by Sept. 30—that fee amounts to $650 million per quarter or $7 million per day.

Paramount said its decision to delay the merger allows it to face litigation quickly in court, and said it looked forward to “proving our case at trial.”

New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said the delayed merger is “an enormous win,” reiterating the lawsuit’s concerns it would “exploit” consumers, increase cable bills and drive up the cost of movie tickets.

Forbes has reached out to Paramount for comment.

Big NumberOver $1.9 billion. If the deal is dragged on until June 2027, that is how much Paramount will have to fork over in ticking fees to Warner Bros.

Crucial Quote“Today’s agreement is a significant win because the result is exactly what we have sought from the outset: a direct path to a trial based on the evidence,” a Paramount spokesperson told multiple outlets. “This is the fastest and clearest way to prove that this transaction is good for competition, good for consumers, and good for creators, a conclusion dozens of competition authorities around the world have already reached.”

ContraMike Proulx, research director at market research firm Forrester, told Forbes in an email, “I’m not sure how Paramount can frame this as a win when the deal just became more uncertain than it was 24 hours ago.” Proulx said the timeline for the merger is “now out of Paramount’s control,” noting, the path to the deal closing or failing “just got longer, messier, and likely more expensive.”

Key BackgroundParamount and Netflix were the lead suitors for Warner Bros. last year, engaging in a bidding war that initially favored Netflix, which secured a $82.7 billion deal for the company’s studio and streaming assets at $27.75 per share. Paramount later offered $31 per share for the entirety of Warner Bros., leading Netflix to bow out of the bidding war. Netflix’s co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters said in a statement the deal “was always a ‘nice to have’ at the right price, not a ‘must have’ at any price.” The Paramount-Warner Bros. merger was announced in February and received approval from the Justice Department in June. The merger is valued at roughly $110 billion. Prior to the approval, billionaire Paramount chief David Ellison hosted a private dinner for President Donald Trump and his aides, adding to concerns that Ellison was using his connections to the president to fast-track his company’s deal with Warner Bros. The multi-state lawsuit against the merger was filed in June.

Further ReadingParamount Suffers Major Early Blow In Merger Lawsuit—And Billion-Dollar Losses Could Lie Ahead (Forbes)

California And Other States Challenge Massive Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger In New Lawsuit (Forbes)

Rivian Automotive (RIVN - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $15.84, moving -3.8% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.05%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.46%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.64%.

Prior to today's trading, shares of the a manufacturer of motor vehicles and passenger cars had gained 10.77% outpaced the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector's loss of 9.85% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.61%.

The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Rivian Automotive in its forthcoming earnings report. The company is scheduled to release its earnings on July 30, 2026. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of -$0.65, showcasing a 18.75% upward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $1.58 billion, up 21.24% from the year-ago period.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of -$2.37 per share and a revenue of $7.16 billion, representing changes of +3.27% and +32.97%, respectively, from the prior year.

It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Rivian Automotive. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability.

Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.

The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 1.02% increase. Right now, Rivian Automotive possesses a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

The Automotive - Domestic industry is part of the Auto-Tires-Trucks sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 160, placing it within the bottom 35% of over 250 industries.

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

Remember to apply Zacks.com to follow these and more stock-moving metrics during the upcoming trading sessions.

In the latest trading session, Crocs (CROX - Free Report) closed at $134.66, marking a +1.65% move from the previous day. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.05%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 0.46%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.64%.

The footwear company's shares have seen an increase of 11.43% over the last month, surpassing the Consumer Discretionary sector's loss of 2.45% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.61%.

Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Crocs in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings report is set to be unveiled on July 30, 2026. On that day, Crocs is projected to report earnings of $4.32 per share, which would represent year-over-year growth of 2.13%. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $1.15 billion, down 0.16% from the year-ago period.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $13.66 per share and a revenue of $4.08 billion, representing changes of +9.19% and +0.87%, respectively, from the prior year.

Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Crocs. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.

Our research suggests that these changes in estimates have a direct relationship with upcoming stock price performance. To exploit this, we've formed the Zacks Rank, a quantitative model that includes these estimate changes and presents a viable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.06% lower. Crocs presently features a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell).

In terms of valuation, Crocs is currently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 9.7. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 15.71.

Meanwhile, CROX's PEG ratio is currently 1.37. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. CROX's industry had an average PEG ratio of 2.18 as of yesterday's close.

The Textile - Apparel industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 182, which puts it in the bottom 27% of all 250+ industries.

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

Keep in mind to rely on Zacks.com to watch all these stock-impacting metrics, and more, in the succeeding trading sessions.

VICI Properties offers a high, well-covered dividend and strong cash flows, making it attractive for income-focused investors. The Caesars buyout could trigger property divestitures and new sale-leasebacks, reducing VICI's tenant concentration risk. VICI's 6.84 percent forward dividend yield is well covered by AFFO with a 1.36 times coverage ratio.

NEW YORK, July 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of purchasers of securities of Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG) between April 28, 2023 and May 11, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important August 28, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

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. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. 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.

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New hands-on training center in Gary will help prepare the next generation of water industry professionals

, /PRNewswire/ -- Indiana American Water and U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan today previewed the new American Water Training Facility in Gary, a hands-on learning environment designed to strengthen workforce readiness, support operator training, and help prepare the next generation of skilled workers in the water industry.

Located at 650 Madison Street, the facility is expected to officially open this fall and represents a nearly $1.8 million investment in training, safety, and long-term operational excellence. Designed as an outdoor "mini-city," the training center provides a controlled environment where employees can practice real-world field scenarios before performing them in the community.

The training center will support instruction across production, field services, construction and future water applications. Training capabilities may include excavation, shoring, locating utility lines, traffic control, water main tapping, service line work, confined space procedures, meter installation, hydrant repair, and water main repair and replacement.

"Indiana American Water is proud to invest in a facility that directly supports the people who keep safe, reliable water service flowing for communities across Northwest Indiana," said Barry Suits, president, Indiana American Water. "This training center gives our employees the opportunity to build skills in a practical, hands-on environment while strengthening safety, operational excellence and career development. As our industry prepares for future workforce needs, this facility will help develop the next generation of licensed operators and skilled field professionals who will serve Hoosier communities for years to come."

"Thank you to all of the leaders of Indiana American Water for their commitment to workforce development, infrastructure reliability, and preparing the next generation of workers to support the essential services our communities depend on every day." Congressman Frank Mrvan said. "I am grateful for the opportunity to visit with the workforce and see this important investment in a new training facility that will help ensure more young people and current workers have access to beneficial trainings and successful career pathways."

The training facility is expected to benefit Indiana American Water's workforce throughout the state, including nearly 100 United Steelworkers employees, by expanding access to practical training opportunities that support skill development, safety, certification readiness and future leadership in the water sector.

"Water service is essential to public health, economic development and quality of life," Suits added. "By investing in workforce development today, we are helping ensure that communities across Northwest Indiana continue to receive high-quality service from trained, dedicated professionals tomorrow."

The July 24 visit provided an opportunity for Congressman Mrvan and Indiana American Water leaders to discuss workforce development, infrastructure investment, operator training, and the role of strong public-private collaboration in supporting safe and reliable water service throughout Northwest Indiana.

For more information, visit Indiana American Water.

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, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,500 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 Indiana American Water
Indiana American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.5 million people. For more information, visit amwater.com/inaw and join Indiana American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

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NEW YORK & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”), announces that KSF continues its investigation into Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. (NYSE: INSP).In August of 2025, contrary to the Company's repeated assurances that it had met all regulatory, technical, and commercial prerequisites for the launch of its Inspire V device, the Company disclosed that the launch faced an "elongate.

In the latest close session, Archrock Inc. (AROC - Free Report) was down 5.86% at $36.14. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.05% for the day. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.46%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw a decrease of 0.64%.

The stock of natural gas compression services business has fallen by 7.27% in the past month, lagging the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 6.52% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.61%.

The upcoming earnings release of Archrock Inc. will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on August 4, 2026. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $0.46, reflecting a 17.95% increase from the same quarter last year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $390.4 million, up 1.89% from the year-ago period.

In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $1.9 per share and a revenue of $1.55 billion, indicating changes of 0% and +4.19%, respectively, from the former year.

Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Archrock Inc. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.

Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been no change in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. At present, Archrock Inc. boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

From a valuation perspective, Archrock Inc. is currently exchanging hands at a Forward P/E ratio of 20.17. This signifies a discount in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 24.8 for its industry.

We can additionally observe that AROC currently boasts a PEG ratio of 1.68. The PEG ratio bears resemblance to the frequently used P/E ratio, but this parameter also includes the company's expected earnings growth trajectory. The Oil and Gas - Field Services was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.68 at yesterday's closing price.

The Oil and Gas - Field Services industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 95, putting it in the top 39% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank assesses the vigor of our specific industry groups by computing the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks incorporated in the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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CoreWeave: Accelerating Revenue TrajectoryCoreWeave (CRWV -11.58%) operates a specialized computing infrastructure that provides high-performance servers, storage solutions, and managed services to large enterprises.

It secured a multi-billion dollar term loan facility in May 2026, while reporting a negative 36% net income margin for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.

Datadog: Steady Revenue ProgressDatadog (DDOG +0.97%) provides a software application that combines infrastructure oversight, performance tracking, and security surveillance for technology environments.

It announced the acquisition of Adaptive ML in June 2026 to accelerate its ambitions around artificial intelligence, and it recorded a 5% net income margin for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.

Understanding the Revenue MetricRevenue serves as a baseline indicator of user demand and business scale. Understanding this top-line figure helps investors measure how effectively a business generates sales over time.

Quarterly Revenue for CoreWeave and DatadogQuarter (Period End)CoreWeave RevenueDatadog RevenueQ2 2024 (June 2024)$395.4 million$645.3 millionQ3 2024 (Sept. 2024)$583.9 million$690.0 millionQ4 2024 (Dec. 2024)$747.4 million$737.7 millionQ1 2025 (March 2025)$981.6 million$761.6 millionQ2 2025 (June 2025)$1.2 billion$826.8 millionQ3 2025 (Sept. 2025)$1.4 billion$885.7 millionQ4 2025 (Dec. 2025)$1.6 billion$953.2 millionQ1 2026 (March 2026)$2.1 billion$1.0 billionData source: Company filings. Data as of July 24, 2026.

Foolish TakeThe sales trends for CoreWeave and Datadog are an example of how revenue alone is not indicative of whether a company is a worthwhile stock investment. CoreWeave has demonstrated an incredible pace of revenue acceleration, more than doubling the income Datadog brought in during the first quarter.

CoreWeave’s business is seeing jaw-dropping sales growth because it provides infrastructure designed specifically for the advanced technical requirements needed to support AI. The massive demand for this infrastructure is illustrated in CoreWeave’s sales trend.

However, the company is not profitable, posting a Q1 operating loss of $144 million, an increase over the prior year’s loss of $27 million. Worse, it has amassed about $25 billion in debt at the end of Q1 compared to over $2 billion in cash and equivalents.

Datadog may not display CoreWeave’s level of sales growth, but it is a stronger company from a financial perspective. It reported Q1 operating income of $7.3 million, a significant turnaround from an operating loss of $12.4 million in 2025. It exited Q1 with debt of $984.5 million while cash and marketable securities exceeded $4.8 billion.

SAN DIEGO, July 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that purchasers or acquirers of AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV) securities between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026, all dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), have until this upcoming Monday, July 27, 2026 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff of the AeroVironment class action lawsuit. Captioned Norrell v.

NOVATO, Calif., July 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: RARE), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel therapies for rare and ultra-rare diseases, today reported the grant of 65,886 restricted stock units of the company's common stock to 39 newly hired non-executive officers of the company. The awards were approved by the compensation committee of the company's board of directors and granted under the Ultragenyx Employment Inducement Plan, with a grant date of July 16, 2026, as an inducement material to the new employees entering into employment with Ultragenyx in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).

TSR Racing and NHRA's powerhouse fanbase provide American Rebel Light Beer a premier national stage to showcase its patriotic brand - American Rebel Light - America's Patriotic Beer at the track and on national television broadcast

NASHVILLE, TN AND SEATTLE, WA / ACCESS Newswire / July 24, 2026 / American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (OTC PINK:AREB), maker of America's Patriotic Beer, accelerates into Pacific Raceways for the Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals (July 24-26) with a powerful two‑car Tony Stewart Racing showcase. Leah Pruett's American Rebel-branded Top Fuel Dragster leads the weekend as the primary flagship entry, while defending Seattle Funny Car Champion Matt Hagan carries secondary American Rebel branding as he returns to chase back‑to‑back titles.

American Rebel Light Beer Expands Its National Broadcast Footprint

American Rebel Light Beer will be prominently featured across national television coverage on FOX Sports 1 (FS1) and the FOX Broadcasting Network, delivering millions of impressions to motorsports fans and beer consumers nationwide. With two of the NHRA's most recognizable nitro drivers carrying American Rebel branding, the company strengthens its coast‑to‑coast visibility and reinforces its patriotic identity on one of drag racing's biggest stages.

"NHRA drag racing is pure American horsepower, and the fans represent the backbone of this country," said Andy Ross, Chairman and CEO of American Rebel Holdings, Inc.. "These are hardworking, freedom‑loving patriots who value grit, faith, family, and country. Seeing American Rebel Light Beer thunder down the track at over 300 miles per hour on national television isn't just exposure - it's a statement. We're putting America's Patriotic Beer front and center for millions who live the American Rebel lifestyle."

Tony Stewart Racing (TSR): Leah Pruett & Matt Hagan Lead the Brand

American Rebel continues its strong partnership with Tony Stewart Racing, anchoring two championship‑caliber nitro entries under one banner.

Leah Pruett - Top Fuel Dragster (Primary Sponsor - Seattle)Thirteen‑time NHRA national event winner and 2023 Top Fuel runner‑up Leah Pruett leads TSR's Top Fuel program aboard the American Rebel Light Top Fuel Dragster. Leah recorded her first victory of the 2026 season at Bristol and currently sitting third in the championship standings, Pruett embodies the relentless spirit of an American Rebel as she carries the American Rebel fully branded entry into Seattle.

Matt Hagan - Dodge//SRT Hellcat Funny Car (Secondary Sponsor - Seattle)

Four‑time NHRA Funny Car World Champion and 57‑time national event winner Matt Hagan returns to Pacific Raceways as the defending 2025 Seattle Funny Car Champion. American Rebel is proud to be a continuing sponsor on his TSR Dodge//SRT Hellcat, Hagan aims to secure back‑to‑back Northwest Nationals victories.

On‑Track Action & National Broadcast Schedule

On‑Track Competition (Pacific Time) • Friday, July 24 - Nitro Qualifying at 2:00 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. • Saturday, July 25 - Nitro Qualifying at 12:00 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. • Sunday, July 26 - Final Eliminations at 10:00 a.m.

National Broadcast (Eastern Time) • Friday, July 24 (FS1): Qualifying at 10:00 p.m. ET • Sunday, July 26 (FS1): Qualifying at 2:30 p.m. ET • Sunday, July 26 (FOX): Final Eliminations LIVE at 4:00 p.m. ET

Andy Ross on National and Northwest Momentum for American Rebel Holdings

"There's nothing in motorsports like the thunder of 11,000‑horsepower nitro engines and the passion of NHRA fans," said Andy Ross, CEO of American Rebel Holdings Inc. "We're proud to stand as the primary sponsor of Leah Pruett's Top Fuel Dragster and to support Matt Hagan's championship defense. The Pacific Northwest is home to hardworking, freedom‑loving Americans who embody the values our company was built upon."

"With national television coverage, passionate race fans, and two elite racers carrying American Rebel Light Beer, this weekend is a tremendous opportunity to amplify our brand presence nationwide. So grab an ice‑cold American Rebel Light, raise a toast to freedom, family, faith, and the American Dream, and join us for an unforgettable weekend of NHRA racing. Rebel Up!"

American Rebel is Building America's Patriotic Brand Through Motorsports and Music Events

American Rebel's NHRA platform serves as a powerful engine for national brand expansion:

National Broadcast Reach: FOX and FS1 deliver millions of impressions across the U.S.A. throughout the season for American Rebel Light Beer.

Distributor & Retail Growth: High‑visibility partnerships with TSR support shelf expansion and distributor acquisition.

Audience Alignment: NHRA fans strongly reflect American Rebel's core values - patriotism, hard work, freedom, and family.

Driving Consumer Engagement Beyond the Finish Line for American Rebel Light Beer

American Rebel continues leveraging premier motorsports sponsorships as an important component of its broader retail expansion strategy. By aligning with championship-caliber organizations like Tony Stewart Racing and competing across three NHRA professional classes, the Company continues generating meaningful exposure that supports retailer engagement, distributor relationships, consumer trial, and long-term brand recognition. These authentic consumer touchpoints complement American Rebel's expanding distribution footprint and reinforce the Company's strategy of growing America's Patriotic Brand through experiences that connect directly with consumers.

"Motorsports continue to be one of the most authentic ways for us to connect with hardworking Americans who share our values," Andy Ross, Chief Executive Officer, American Rebel Holdings, Inc. "We're proud to have Matt Hagan, Leah Pruett, and John Hall representing American Rebel across three professional NHRA classes while showcasing America's Patriotic Brand before one of the most passionate fan bases in sports. Every race weekend creates new opportunities to introduce consumers to American Rebel Light Beer, strengthen relationships with our retail partners, and continue building a brand that celebrates freedom, faith, family, and the American spirit."

About American Rebel Light Beer
American Rebel Light Beer is a crisp, refreshing, all-natural, better-for-you premium light lager created for consumers who celebrate freedom, country music, motorsports, tailgates, backyard barbecues, patriotic festivals, and the American way of life. The brand is built around its signature statement: American Rebel Light Beer - America's Patriotic, GOD FEARING, CONSTITUTION LOVING, NATIONAL ANTHEM SINGING, STAND YOUR GROUND BEER™. Brewed and co-packed by City Brewing, one of North America's premier contract brewing partners, and facilitated through AlcSource, a leading beverage alcohol facilitator, American Rebel Light Beer brings the Company's patriotic lifestyle brand into the beverage category with a fully scalable supply chain designed to support high-frequency social occasions and community-driven celebrations. The brand is built for the moments when Americans come together: Fourth of July celebrations, concerts, race weekends, sporting events, tailgates, military appreciation events, and patriotic gatherings across the country. As America celebrates its 250th birthday in 2026, American Rebel Light Beer is proud to be the beer patriotic Americans raise in honor of freedom. American Rebel Light Beer. It tastes like Freedom.

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About American Rebel Holdings, Inc.
American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (OTC PINK:AREB) is America's Patriotic Brand. The Company is a Nevada corporation with its principal executive offices in Nashville, Tennessee, and offers safes and security products, branded lifestyle merchandise, and American Rebel Light Beer. American Rebel is a diversified branded products and marketing company focused on freedom, patriotism, self-reliance, and the independent spirit. Through American Rebel Light Beer, Champion Safe, branded merchandise, live events, media appearances, and community-based activations, the Company is working to expand national brand recognition while strengthening the connection between consumer identity, product demand, and long-term shareholder value. American Rebel Beverages executes a premium brand marketer model - partnering with AlcSource as its beverage alcohol facilitator and City Brewing as its contract brewing and co-packing partner - providing the Company with a fully scalable, asset-light supply chain capable of fulfilling large regional and national chain orders as distribution coverage expands nationally. The Company believes its Champion Safe platform supports its broader mission by combining American Rebel's brand platform with American-made safe manufacturing capabilities.

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Forward‑Looking Statements and Additional Disclosures

This press release contains forward‑looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward‑looking statements relate to expectations, beliefs, projections, future plans, strategies, anticipated events, or trends and are not historical facts. These statements are often identified by words such as "may," "will," "should," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "potential," "continue," "could," and similar expressions, or the negative of these terms. Forward‑looking statements in this press release include, without limitation, statements regarding:

The Company's brand‑expansion strategy, including national visibility, consumer engagement, and anticipated marketing impact from NHRA events and motorsports partnerships.

The Company's expectations regarding distribution growth, retail placement, and the scalability of American Rebel Light Beer's supply chain.

The Company's beliefs about audience alignment, consumer values, and the ability of motorsports and music events to drive long‑term brand recognition.

Statements relating to the Company's future financial performance, market expansion, product demand, and shareholder value creation.

The Company's expectations regarding national broadcast exposure, impressions generated through FOX and FS1, and the marketing value of participation in NHRA events.

The Company's reliance on third‑party partners, including AlcSource, City Brewing, Tony Stewart Racing, and retail/distribution partners, to execute its beverage strategy and national rollout.

Statements regarding the Company's ability to leverage sponsorships across three NHRA professional classes to support consumer trial, distributor acquisition, and retail engagement.

Statements about the Company's broader mission to build America's Patriotic Brand and the anticipated impact of the United States' 250th anniversary celebrations on consumer demand for American Rebel Light Beer.

Risks, Uncertainties, and Factors That May Cause Actual Results to Differ

Forward‑looking statements are subject to numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. These risks include, but are not limited to:

Marketing and Sponsorship Risks: The effectiveness of motorsports sponsorships, including NHRA events, may vary and may not produce the anticipated national exposure, consumer engagement, or sales lift. Broadcast schedules, viewership levels, and media coverage are subject to change by FOX, FS1, and NHRA.

Distribution and Retail Risks: The Company's ability to expand distribution depends on retailer acceptance, distributor commitments, competitive dynamics in the beverage alcohol industry, and the Company's ability to maintain consistent supply through third‑party brewing and co‑packing partners.

Operational and Supply Chain Risks: The Company relies on AlcSource and City Brewing for production, facilitation, and co‑packing. Any disruption, delay, capacity constraint, regulatory issue, or change in partner performance could impact product availability, quality, or scalability.

Regulatory and Compliance Risks: The beverage alcohol industry is highly regulated. Changes in federal, state, or local laws, licensing requirements, taxation, or enforcement practices could affect the Company's operations, distribution, marketing activities, or costs.

Market Adoption and Consumer Preference Risks: Consumer acceptance of American Rebel Light Beer, including its patriotic brand positioning, may differ from expectations. Shifts in consumer preferences, competitive product launches, pricing pressure, or macroeconomic conditions may impact demand.

Event‑Related Risks: NHRA event schedules, attendance, weather conditions, and operational factors may affect the visibility and promotional impact of the Company's sponsorships. Driver performance, team participation, or unforeseen racing‑related events may also influence exposure.

Economic and Industry Risks: Broader economic conditions-including inflation, supply chain constraints, consumer spending trends, and competitive pressures-may affect the Company's ability to achieve its strategic goals.

Forward‑Looking Assumptions: Statements regarding national brand expansion, distributor acquisition, retail growth, and consumer engagement rely on assumptions that may prove inaccurate or incomplete.

No Obligation to Update

American Rebel Holdings, Inc. undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward‑looking statements contained in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward‑looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release.

General Disclosure Regarding Alcohol Products

American Rebel Light Beer is intended for adults 21 years of age and older. The Company encourages responsible consumption and compliance with all applicable laws governing the purchase, possession, and consumption of alcoholic beverages.

Third‑Party Names, Trademarks, and Partnerships

References to Tony Stewart Racing, NHRA, FOX, FS1, Dodge//SRT, City Brewing, AlcSource, and other third‑party organizations are for descriptive purposes only. All trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. No endorsement or affiliation is implied beyond the sponsorships and partnerships expressly stated.

Investor Relations:
American Rebel Holdings, Inc.
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American Rebel Beverages | American Rebel Light Beer Distribution & Account Inquiries:
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American Rebel Light Beer is intended for adults 21 years of age and older. Please enjoy responsibly.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 24, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM) between February 24, 2026 and May 26, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 4, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Verra common stock 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 Verra class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/verra-mobility-corporation-2026/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 4, 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. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. 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 complaint, defendants provided overwhelmingly positive statements to investors while, at the same time, disseminating materially false and misleading statements and/or concealing material adverse facts concerning the true state of Verra's relationship with Avis Budget Group ("Avis"), and in particular obtaining a contract extension with Avis. Further, Verra minimized concerns that major rent-a-cars could replace Verra with in-house solutions or outsourced alternatives. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Verra class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/verra-mobility-corporation-2026/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 24, 2026) - Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Badger Meter, Inc. ("Badger Meter" or the "Company") (NYSE: BMI) on behalf of investors that purchased or otherwise acquired Badger Meter securities between April 18, 2024 and April 16, 2026 (the "Class Period").

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DEADLINE REMINDER: If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court no later than August 3, 2026 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the purported class. If you have losses we encourage you to contact us to learn more about the lead plaintiff process. You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.

On April 17, 2026, Badger Meter reported first quarter 2026 results, including a deceleration of sales. Specifically, total sales of $202.3 million for the quarter were "9% lower than the prior year's $222.2 million." Additionally, the Company stated with respect to its first quarter operating results that "Utility water sales declined 10% year-over-year, reflecting project timing and other softer short-cycle municipal ordering . . . ."

Following this news, the price of Badger Meter shares declined by $36.75 per share, or more than 24%, to close at $115.54 per share on April 17, 2026.

The complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants misrepresented the drivers of Badger Meter's "record" financial results, demand for the Company's products, and its prospects for continued growth. During the Class Period, Defendants allegedly told investors that Badger Meter's strong financial results reflected "ongoing favorable industry trends," "secular growth drivers," and "solid operating execution." They also allegedly touted "strong" demand and said they were seeing "robust order pacing and a strong bid pipeline that positions us well for continued sales and earnings growth," and that Badger Meter possessed a "long runway" for growth.

According to the complaint, in truth, "Badger Meter's financial results during the Class Period were at least partially attributable to the Company's practice of pulling-forward customer orders to recognize revenue early, which concealed weakening demand and deteriorating near-term order trends. This practice also depleted revenue otherwise available for future periods, ultimately causing the disappointing financial results the Company later reported."

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Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP is a nationally recognized law firm focused on complex litigation, with offices in New York, Oakland, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New Jersey. Founded in 1956, the firm has spent more than 50 years prosecuting securities, antitrust, and consumer protection actions in federal and state courts nationwide, recovering more than $10 billion for clients and the classes it has represented.

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A $12,000 monthly dividend paycheck means $144,000 a year in gross portfolio income. That is roughly double the $68,391 per capita disposable income the BEA reported for Q1 2026, and it sits well above what most households spend. The number you keep depends on two variables: the yield tier you build around and the tax character of those securities.

The Capital Required at Each Yield Tier The equation is simple: $144,000 divided by yield equals capital required. The tradeoffs are not.

Conservative tier (3% to 4% yield). At 3.5%, hitting $144,000 requires roughly $4.11 million invested. This is the dividend-growth zone: regulated utilities, broad dividend ETFs, and large-cap payers with rising distributions. Alliant Energy (NASDAQ:LNT | LNT Price Prediction) is a fair example. Its $0.535 quarterly dividend equates to a 2.8% yield, and the payout has climbed from $0.4025 in 2021 to $0.535 in 2026. East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:EWBC) sits in a similar bucket after its 33% dividend hike to $0.80 quarterly in early 2026. Distributions from both are qualified dividends.

Moderate tier (5% to 7% yield). At 6%, capital required drops to $2.4 million. This range covers midstream MLPs, preferred shares, and higher-payout equity funds. Plains All American (NASDAQ:PAA) illustrates the MLP end: an annualized $1.595 distribution at a 6.6% yield, with distributions rising from $1.07 in 2023 to $1.67 annualized in 2026. Bank OZK preferred (NASDAQ:OZKAP) shows the preferred-share profile: a fixed $0.28906 quarterly payment unchanged since 2023.

Aggressive tier (8% to 14% yield). At 12%, $1.2 million throws off $144,000. This is where mortgage REITs, BDCs, and leveraged option-income funds live. AGNC Investment (NASDAQ:AGNC) pays a $0.12 monthly dividend, an annualized 13.4% yield. That payout was cut from $0.16 in 2020, and prior rates ran higher. The high current yield does the heavy lifting on capital required. Principal stability does not come with it.

What Actually Lands in Your Bank Account Under 2026 rules for married filing jointly, the 22% bracket starts at $100,800 and the 24% bracket at $211,400, with a $32,200 standard deduction. That places $144,000 of ordinary dividend income in the 22% federal marginal bracket.

The character of the dividend dictates the actual bite:

Qualified dividends (LNT, EWBC common): taxed at the 15% long-term capital gains rate. Federal tax on $144,000 of purely qualified dividends runs roughly $17,000 after the standard deduction, leaving about $127,000. REIT dividends (AGNC): taxed as ordinary income. Effective federal tax lands closer to $18,000 to $22,000 depending on other income, so net roughly $122,000 to $126,000. MLP distributions (PAA): largely return of capital, tax-deferred at the federal level, with K-1 reporting and depreciation recapture on sale. Preferred stock (OZKAP): often non-qualified, taxed as ordinary income. State tax is the swing factor. A qualified-dividend portfolio in Florida or Texas keeps close to $127,000. That same portfolio in California, with a top state rate above 13%, delivers closer to $105,000. An ordinary-income mREIT portfolio in a high-tax state can slip under $95,000 net on the same $144,000 gross.

The Compounding Trap Most Income Hunters Fall Into The 12% mREIT solves the capital problem and creates a different one. AGNC’s $0.12 monthly rate has held flat since April 2020, and the prior rate was higher. Flat or declining distributions on eroding principal is spending down the asset dressed up as income.

Compare that to EWBC lifting its payout from $0.275 quarterly in 2020 to $0.80 in 2026. A 3% starting yield growing at that pace pushes past a static 12% yield on total income within roughly nine to ten years, and the underlying shares typically appreciate rather than bleed. With Core PCE at 130.08 and still climbing, an income stream that does not grow loses ground in real terms every year.

Three Moves Worth Making This Week Pull your last two years of actual spending as the baseline, rather than relying on your gross salary. Many households targeting a $144,000 replacement need closer to $110,000 once payroll taxes, 401(k) contributions, and mortgage principal drop out. Sort your existing dividend holdings by tax character. Qualified, REIT, MLP, and preferred each land differently on your 1040. Given the 10-year Treasury near 4.6% and the 3.75% fed funds upper bound, tax-inefficient positions in a taxable account carry a real opportunity cost against Treasuries. Model a blended portfolio: roughly 60% conservative dividend growth, 30% moderate hybrid, 10% aggressive. That mix typically clears a 5% blended yield, needs about $2.9 million, and keeps enough growth to defend purchasing power over a 20-year retirement. Contact [email protected] for any questions or corrections.

Nu Holdings: High-Quality Business With Strong Growth And Low Valuation

Ending the week on a bullish note, shares of defense contractor Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH +10.11%) ripped higher today after the defense contractor reported strong first-quarter 2027 financial results and fiscal 2027 guidance before the opening bell rang.

Shares of Booz Allen climbed 10.1% today, paring back an earlier gain of 15.7%.

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Beating analysts' expectations on the bottom line isn't the only thing investors are celebrating Coming up just short of analysts' top-line estimates of $2.81 billion, Booz Allen reported Q1 sales of $2.8 billion. At the bottom of the income statement, however, Booz Allen crushed expectations, reporting adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.81 -- notably higher than the $1.49 that analysts had anticipated.

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On the cash flow statement, investors found another sign of the company's strong recent performance. During the first quarter of 2027, Booz Allen generated free cash flow of $261 million, a year-over-year increase of 172%.

In addition to the Q1 2027 financial results, Booz Allen provided 2027 revenue guidance of $11.2 billion to $11.7 billion, as well as adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) guidance of $1.24 billion to $1.29 billion. Should the company achieve the midpoints of both of these metrics, it will represent year-over-year revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth of 2.2% and 2.8%, respectively.

Booz Allen stock is sitting in the bargain bin Trading at 7 times operating cash flow, Booz Allen shares are trading at a steep discount to their five-year average cash flow multiple of 16. Between the stock's attractive price tag, the company's strong Q1 2027 financial performance, and management's encouraging outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year, investors seeking a leading defense stock would be well-served to consider Booz Allen stock right now.

Scott Levine has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Booz Allen Hamilton. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Key Takeaways SLG posted Q2 FFO of $1.43 per share, beating estimates by 20.17% despite a yearly decline.SLG signed 53 Manhattan leases, while replacement rents rose 18% and occupancy reached 94.7%.SLG raised 2026 FFO guidance to $5.60-$5.90 per share from $4.40-$4.70. SL Green Realty Corp. (SLG - Free Report) reported second-quarter 2026 funds from operations (FFO) per share of $1.43, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.19 by 20.17%. However, FFO declined 12.3% from $1.63 in the year-ago quarter.

Net rental revenues of $171.85 million surpassed the consensus estimate of $171.48 million by 0.22% and increased 16.5% year over year.  The results reflected stronger Manhattan leasing, higher occupancy and growth in same-store cash net operating income (NOI).

SLG's Leasing Momentum StrengthensDuring the second quarter, SL Green signed 53 Manhattan office leases covering 445,161 square feet. The average rent was $93.17 per rentable square foot, while the average lease term was 5.8 years.

Replacement leases covering 308,680 square feet had average starting rents of $98.42 per rentable square foot. This represented an 18% increase over the previous fully escalated rents for the same office spaces, indicating healthy pricing for recently occupied space.

On July 22, 2026, SL Green announced that an AI tenant had entered into a new 10-year lease totaling 98,420 square feet for the entire 11th floor at 11 Madison Avenue. With this lease, the company has executed office leases covering 1,478,673 square feet to date in 2026 and maintains a current pipeline of more than 900,000 square feet.

SLG's Occupancy and NOI ImproveManhattan same-store office occupancy, including leases signed but not yet commenced, rose to 94.7% as of June 30, 2026. This compares with 94.4% at the end of the prior quarter and 93% at the end of 2025. Management expects occupancy on the same basis to reach 95% by year-end 2026.

Manhattan same-store cash NOI, including the company’s share from unconsolidated joint ventures and excluding lease termination income, increased 4.3% from the prior-year quarter.

SLG's Portfolio Activity Remains ActiveThe company closed the sale of the residential and retail components of 7 Dey Street for $222.6 million, generating net cash proceeds of $23.7 million. It retained ownership of the 21,000-square-foot office condominium.

SL Green also sold a 49% joint venture interest in the 346 Madison Avenue development at a gross valuation of $175 million and received $94.9 million in net proceeds. Separately, it agreed to sell 10 East 53rd Street for $312.2 million, with expected net proceeds of about $100 million earmarked for corporate debt repayment.

SLG’s Debt Fund, Liquidity & Buyback Add SupportThe company deployed $94.7 million from its $1.3 billion SLG Opportunistic Debt Fund during the second quarter. Since the beginning of the year through July 22, 2026, deployment reached $306.4 million, bringing the cumulative deployment to $590.5 million, of which $517.5 million had been funded.

SLG ended June 2026 with cash and cash equivalents of $180.8 million, up from $143.9 million at the end of March 2026. Consolidated debt declined to $4.55 billion from $4.77 billion sequentially.

SLG repurchased $14.1 million of common stock at an average price of $49.67 per share.

SLG Raises 2026 GuidanceManagement increased its 2026 FFO guidance to $5.60-$5.90 per share from $4.40-$4.70. The midpoint rose $1.20, including 40 cents per share from higher NOI generated by the company's real estate portfolio, incremental fees and other income, and 80 cents per share of additional income expected from One Vanderbilt Avenue. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 FFO per share is currently pegged at $4.58.

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

Upcoming Earnings ReleasesWe now look forward to the earnings releases of other REITs like Extra Space Storage (EXR - Free Report) and Cousins Properties (CUZ - Free Report) , slated to report on July 28 and 30, respectively.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for EXR’s second-quarter 2026 FFO per share is pegged at $2.06, which implies a 0.49% year-over-year decrease. EXR currently carries a Zacks Rank #3.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CUZ’s second-quarter 2026 FFO per share is pinned at 74 cents, which indicates a 5.7% rise year over year. CUZ currently carries a Zacks Rank #3.

Note: Anything related to earnings presented in this write-up represents funds from operations (FFO), a widely used metric to gauge the performance of REITs.

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.  Litigation Partner  Brandon Walker  Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Futu (FUTU) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

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