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NEW YORK, March 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Paysafe Limited (NYSE: PSFE) between March 4, 2025 and November 12, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important April 7, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Paysafe 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 Paysafe class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=2745 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 April 7, 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, at that time, 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 hundreds of millions 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, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Paysafe’s ecommerce business had significant exposure to a single high risk client; (2) as a result, Paysafe’s credit loss reserves and/or write-offs were understated; (3) Paysafe had an undisclosed issue with higher risk Merchant Category Codes, making its client services difficult to bank; (4) the foregoing issues were likely to have a material negative impact on Paysafe’s revenue growth and overall revenue mix; (5) as a result, Paysafe was unlikely to meet its own previously issued financial guidance for fiscal year 2025; and (6) as a result of the foregoing, defendants’ positive statements about Paysafe’s  business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Paysafe class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=2745 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. - March 8, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) resulting from allegations that Lufax may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

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

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=53703 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: On January 27, 2025, Lufax filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission a current report on Form 6-K. Attached to the current report as an exhibit was an announcement which stated that Lufax's board had proposed to remove Lufax's auditors, and that there was a possible delay in the publication of Lufax's 2024 annual report (which in fact did occur).

On this news, Lufax American Depositary Shares ("ADSs") fell 13.8% on January 27, 2025.

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 litigate securities class actions. 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, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. At the time 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 hundreds of millions 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.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of DNOW Inc. (NYSE: DNOW) resulting from allegations that DNOW may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

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

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=53946 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: On February 20, 2026, StockStory published an article entitled "Why DNOW (DNOW) Shares Are Getting Obliterated Today." The article stated that DNOW shares fell "after the company reported disappointing fourth-quarter 2025 financial results, which included a significant loss and missed Wall Street's expectations."

On this news, DNOW's stock fell 19.1% on February 20, 2026.

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 litigate securities class actions. 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, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. At the time 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 hundreds of millions 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.

Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/.

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Source: The Rosen Law Firm PA

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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / March 9, 2026 / Lobe Sciences Ltd. (Lobe) (CSE:LOBE)(OTCQB:LOBEF)(Frankfurt:LOBE) is a Canadian public biopharmaceutical company incorporated in British Columbia, with principal executive offices in Florida. The Company identifies and advances therapeutic programs addressing significant unmet medical needs. Lobe is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. Mirza Rahimani to Chief Financial Officer, effective March 2, 2026. Mr. Rahimani has been working with the Company since December 1, 2025, providing financial advisory services to management and the Board of Directors, and is now assuming the role of Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Rahimani is a seasoned finance executive with over fifteen years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, corporate governance, and corporate development. His experience includes supporting early and growth-oriented companies through complex transactions, debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, and ongoing public-company compliance requirements.

Mr. Rahimani has served in senior finance roles across a range of industries including life sciences, mining, and technology, and has extensive experience working with public companies. His background includes advising management teams and boards on financial reporting under IFRS and US GAAP, strengthening internal control frameworks, and supporting corporate development initiatives and strategic transactions. He has held Director and Officer positions with several publicly listed Canadian companies.

Dr. Frederick Sancilio, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company commented, "We are very pleased to promote Mirza to the position of Chief Financial Officer after working closely with him over the past several months, during which he has served as a financial advisor to both me and the Board. Mirza has already developed a strong understanding of the Company's strategy and operations. He brings extensive experience in public-company financial reporting, corporate governance and corporate development, and his background supporting growth-oriented companies through strategic transactions, financings and regulatory compliance will be an important asset as we continue to advance the Company's strategy and create value for our shareholders."

Mr. Rahimani is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia. He succeeds Mr. Yong Yao, who previously served as the Company's Chief Financial Officer through an arrangement with Century Biolabs Inc.

NEITHER THE CANADIAN SECURITIES EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER HAVE REVIEWED OR ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ACCURACYOR ADEQUACY OF THIS NEWS RELEASE.

About Lobe Sciences Ltd.

Lobe Sciences Ltd. is a biopharmaceutical company advancing programs in diseases with unmet medical needs. The Company is pursuing strategic development through its subsidiaries, including a majority interest in Cynaptec Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and wholly owned subsidiary Applied Lipid Technologies, Inc. (formerly Altemia, Inc.).

For Further Information

Dr. Frederick D. Sancilio
Chief Executive Officer
Lobe Sciences Ltd.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (949) 505-5623
Website: www.lobesciences.com

Cautionary Statement Regarding "Forward-Looking" Information

This news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. All statements in this news release, other than statements of historical facts, including statements regarding future estimates, plans, objectives, timing, assumptions or expectations of future performance, including, without limitation: the Company's belief that its strengthened working capital position will reduce liquidity risk and enhance the Company's ability to execute on its business development initiatives; the Company's belief that its operational and financial stabilization program will position the Company to pursue value-accretive transactions and financing alternatives aligned with shareholder interests; the Company's belief that L-130 will have therapeutic use at sub-hallucinogenic doses and that in addition to the treatment of Chronic Cluster Headaches, L-130 may have additional therapeutic uses; the Company's intention to evaluate other strategic opportunities consistent with its business strategy; the Company's expectation that it will further strengthen its corporate infrastructure and advance its core development programs through disciplined milestone execution are forward-looking statements and contain forward-looking information. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should" or "would" or occur.

Forward-looking statements are based on certain material assumptions and analysis made by the Company and the opinions and estimates of management as of the date of this press release, including, among other things, that: a strengthened working capital position will reduce liquidity risk and enhance the Company's ability to execute on its business development initiatives; the Company's operational and financial stabilization program will position the Company to pursue value-accretive transactions and financing alternatives aligned with shareholder interests; L-130 will have therapeutic use at sub-hallucinogenic doses and that in addition to the treatment of Chronic Cluster Headaches, L-130 may have additional therapeutic uses; the Company will have the financial and operational resources to evaluate other strategic opportunities consistent with its business strategy; the Company will be able to further strengthen its corporate infrastructure and achieve its business milestones on the timelines anticipated, among others. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information. Important risks that may cause actual results to vary, include, without limitation, the risk that: a strengthened working capital position will not reduce liquidity risk or enhance the Company's ability to execute on its business development initiatives; the Company's operational and financial stabilization program will be insufficient to allow the Company to pursue value-accretive transactions and financing alternatives aligned with shareholder interests; the Company may not have the financial and operational resources to evaluate other strategic opportunities consistent with its business strategy; L-130 fails to demonstrate therapeutic use at sub-hallucinogenic doses, fails to effectively treat Chronic Cluster Headaches or demonstrate other therapeutic uses; the Company will have the financial and operational resources to evaluate other strategic opportunities consistent with its business strategy; the Company will be unable to further strengthen its corporate infrastructure or achieve its business milestones or do so on the timelines anticipated.

Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial out-look that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

SOURCE: Lobe Sciences Ltd.

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 9, 2026) - Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation into Stellantis N.V. ("Stellantis N.V.") (NYSE: STLA) concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws.

A review of the timeline highlights a sequence of signals that preceded the February 6 disclosure. On January 31, 2026, Wall Street Zen downgraded STLA to Sell. On February 3, Morgan Stanley followed with a downgrade to Equal-Weight, referencing an "investment lag." On February 5, a report indicated that Stellantis was seeking European cash to offset tariff-related headwinds, hinting at cash-flow stress. Yet the company's most recent earnings call--Q3 2025 on October 30, 2025--was over 90 days old, and no interim update or Form 8-K addressed the deterioration in EV program assumptions that would culminate in the 22 billion charge. In other words, more than three months elapsed between the last earnings discussion and the write-down disclosure, during which the company's forward-looking EV narrative remained intact.

The February 6 announcement marked a stark reversal. Management conceded that the pace of EV adoption had been overestimated, prompting a strategic reset that included suspending the 2026 dividend and placing the dividend policy under review. Shares declined approximately 28% on the NYSE in a single session, representing what multiple outlets described as the worst trading day in the stock's history.

The investigation is focused on whether Stellantis' public communications during the period between the Q3 2025 earnings call and the February 6 disclosure accurately reflected the company's internal understanding of the viability and valuation of its EV assets.

If you suffered a loss on your Stellantis N.V. securities and would like to explore a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, Learn More About the Investigation or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at [email protected] or call (212)363-7500 to speak to our team of experienced shareholder advocates.

WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, Levi & Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

CONTACT:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
33 Whitehall Street, 27th Floor
New York, NY 10004
[email protected]
Tel: (212)363-7500
Fax: (212)363-7171

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/287727

Source: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 9, 2026) - Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation into Driven Brands Holdings Inc. ("Driven Brands Holdings Inc.") (NASDAQ: DRVN) concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws.

Throughout FY 2025, Driven Brands management reiterated specific financial guidance on successive quarterly earnings calls. On the Q4 2024 call (February 25, 2025), CFO Mike Diamond guided for revenue of $2.05 billion to $2.15 billion, adjusted EBITDA of $520 million to $550 million, and adjusted diluted EPS of $1.15 to $1.25. On the Q1 call (May 6, 2025) and Q2 call (August 5, 2025), Driven Brands reiterated the same outlook ranges. On the Q3 call (November 4, 2025), the Company narrowed guidance to revenue of $2.1 billion to $2.12 billion, adjusted EBITDA of $525 million to $535 million, and adjusted EPS of $1.23 to $1.28 -- characterizing the narrowing as reflecting "strong third-quarter performance."

On February 25, 2026, instead of delivering the FY 2025 results investors had been guided to expect, the Company announced a delay of the earnings release and disclosed that prior fiscal results would be restated. DRVN shares opened down 40% on the news.

If you suffered a loss on your Driven Brands Holdings Inc. securities and would like to explore a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, Learn More About the Investigation or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at [email protected] or call (212)363-7500 to speak to our team of experienced shareholder advocates.

WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, Levi & Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

CONTACT:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
33 Whitehall Street, 27th Floor
New York, NY 10004
[email protected]
Tel: (212)363-7500
Fax: (212)363-7171

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/287728

Source: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 9, 2026) - Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation into Hub Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HUBG) ("Hub Group, Inc.") concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws.

On February 3, 2026, Hub Group reached a 52-week high of $48.96 per share. Three days later, following the accounting error announcement, shares were trading near $37--a loss of roughly $12 per share in a matter of hours. For an investor holding 10,000 shares, that represents an approximate $120,000 decline in portfolio value.

The analyst community responded with unusual urgency. Stifel, which had maintained a Buy rating and $52 price target, reversed course entirely, downgrading Hub Group to Sell and cutting its target to $27--a 48% reduction. Analyst commentary pointed to the accounting error as a fundamental blow to confidence in the company's reported financials. Baird similarly moved from Outperform to Neutral, reducing its target from $47 to $29, a 38% cut. Both downgrades were issued on the morning of February 6, adding selling pressure to an already declining stock.

Notably, the Q4 2025 earnings headline was not itself negative--Hub Group reported earnings per share of $0.45 versus a consensus estimate of $0.44, and revenue was described as having "topped estimates." However, the positive quarterly result was entirely overshadowed by the restatement disclosure, which affects three prior quarters and an estimated $77 million in understated costs. The disconnect between the modest earnings beat and the 23% stock decline illustrates the market's assessment that the accounting issue is far more consequential than a single quarter's results.

If you suffered a loss on your Hub Group, Inc. securities and would like to explore a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, Learn More About the Investigation or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at [email protected] or call (212)363-7500 to speak to our team of experienced shareholder advocates.

WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, Levi & Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

CONTACT:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
33 Whitehall Street, 27th Floor
New York, NY 10004
[email protected]
Tel: (212)363-7500
Fax: (212)363-7171

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/287735

Source: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 9, 2026) - Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation into Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) ("Camping World Holdings, Inc.") concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws.

During the Q3 2025 earnings call on October 29, 2025, CEO Marcus Lemonis stated: "I'm encouraged by our company's financial performance in the quarter, growing adjusted EBITDA by over 40% to $95.7 million." On the same call, Lemonis told investors: "I believe we can have another record year of combined new and used unit volume growth." CFO Tom Kirn guided for Q4 tailwinds including "$4-5 million" in Good Sam loyalty breakage benefits and "$4-5 million of F&I actuarial benefits." The Company then set an adjusted EBITDA floor of approximately $310 million for 2026.

On February 24, 2026, CWH reported a Q4 2025 GAAP loss of $109.1 million and also announced the suspension of its quarterly dividend. CWH shares fell approximately 16.5% following the disclosure.

If you suffered a loss on your Camping World Holdings, Inc. securities and would like to explore a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, Learn More About the Investigation or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at [email protected] or call (212)363-7500 to speak to our team of experienced shareholder advocates.

WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, Levi & Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

CONTACT:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
33 Whitehall Street, 27th Floor
New York, NY 10004
[email protected]
Tel: (212)363-7500
Fax: (212)363-7171

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/287736

Source: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 9, 2026) - Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation into Alight, Inc. (NYSE: ALIT) ("Alight, Inc.") concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws.

Alight's Q4 2025 results landed below the low end of the Company's own full-year 2025 guidance range. On the Q3 2025 earnings call on November 5, 2025, CFO Jeremy Heaton told investors the Company expected full-year 2025 EPS of $0.54 to $0.58 and revenue between $2.25 billion and $2.28 billion. The Q4 2025 report disclosed results that fell short of those figures, with revenue declining 4% year over year.

The earnings release also coincided with previously undisclosed leadership changes at the CEO and CFO level -- transitions that had not been referenced on either the Q2 or Q3 2025 earnings calls. The Company additionally announced that its quarterly dividend would be replaced. These developments came after CEO David Guilmette stated on November 5, 2025: "We are intensely focused on execution and improving our top-line performance and remain confident in our position for the long term."

If you suffered a loss on your Alight, Inc. securities and would like to explore a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, Learn More About the Investigation or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at [email protected] or call (212)363-7500 to speak to our team of experienced shareholder advocates.

WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, Levi & Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

CONTACT:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
33 Whitehall Street, 27th Floor
New York, NY 10004
[email protected]
Tel: (212)363-7500
Fax: (212)363-7171

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/287737

Source: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 9, 2026) - Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation into Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. ("Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc.") (NASDAQ: EOSE) concerning potential violations of the federal securities laws.

Levi & Korsinsky, LLP is investigating whether Eos Energy Enterprises may have made materially inaccurate statements to investors regarding its production capacity and product performance. During the Q3 2025 earnings call on November 6, 2025, COO John Mahaz stated that the Company's "automated battery line operated at 15% capacity utilization of its full 2-igawatt potential" and that the Company expected to ship three times Q3 volume in Q4. CEO Joe Mastrangelo stated the Company's round-trip efficiency was "in the mid-80s to the low 90s" across a wide operating range and that "there's no other technology that can deliver that type of performance." Q4 2025 revenue came in at $58 million, well below management's projections, and the Company's 2026 guidance landed materially below prior expectations.

The investigation focuses on whether the Company's statements about battery efficiency, production outlook, and commercial pipeline had a reasonable basis at the time they were made.

If you suffered a loss on your Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. securities and would like to explore a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, Learn More About the Investigation or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at [email protected] or call (212)363-7500 to speak to our team of experienced shareholder advocates.

WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, Levi & Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.

CONTACT:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
33 Whitehall Street, 27th Floor
New York, NY 10004
[email protected]
Tel: (212)363-7500
Fax: (212)363-7171

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/287729

Source: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP

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Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Oracle Corporation (NYSE: ORCL) between June 12, 2025, and December 16, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important April 6, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

So what: If you purchased Oracle 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 Oracle class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=51135 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 April 6, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

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Ethereum price started a fresh decline below $2,000. ETH is now correcting gains above $1,920 and might decline further in the near term.

Ethereum started a downside correction below the $2,020 zone. The price is trading below $2,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $2,020 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,000 zone. Ethereum Price Dips Further Ethereum price started a fresh decline after it failed to stay above $2,020, like Bitcoin. ETH price declined below $2,000 to enter a bearish zone.

Besides, there was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $2,020 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. The pair even dipped below $1,920. A low was formed at $1,912, and the price is now consolidating losses below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,200 swing high to the $1,912 low.

Ethereum price is now trading below $1,980 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $1,920, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $1,980 level.

Source: ETHUSD on TradingView.com The first key resistance is near the $2,020 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,050 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,200 swing high to the $1,912 low. A clear move above the $2,050 resistance might send the price toward the $2,120 resistance. An upside break above the $2,120 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,200 resistance zone or even $2,250 in the near term.

More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,020 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1,920 level. The first major support sits near the $1,880 zone.

A clear move below the $1,880 support might push the price toward the $1,850 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,810 region. The main support could be $1,750.

Technical Indicators

Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone.

Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone.

Major Support Level – $1,920

Major Resistance Level – $2,020

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Crypto markets look weak again, and fear still moves faster than conviction.

Between the 5th and 6th of March, money flowed out of major crypto assets fast. Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana all took hits as traders turned cautious. LINK, however, refused to go down with the rest.

That divergence mattered. While broad capital exited the market, Chainlink kept attracting money. Therefore, the asset started to stand out for the right reasons, not because of hype, but because it refused to crack.

So, what exactly kept Chainlink in that conversation?

Chainlink ranks among top crypto projects  Chainlink stayed near the top where serious projects usually lived, not where noise survived.

According to Santiment, Chainlink ranked third in crypto development activity over the last 30 days. MetaMask USD took the top spot, while Hedera ranked second. Therefore, LINK remained among the few names still showing real building strength.

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That ranking said something ugly about the rest of the market. Many tokens demanded attention, but fewer actually earned it through visible work. Meanwhile, Chainlink kept showing up where it mattered, inside the data.

LINK recorded inflows while major crypto assets saw outflows This was where the story stopped being talked and started becoming pressure.

On the 5th of March, LINK recorded inflows of 1.93 million. On the 6th of March, it recorded another 935.31 thousand in inflows.

However, those same sessions hit the broader market with aggressive outflows across major assets.

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That made the contrast impossible to ignore. Bitcoin [BTC], Ethereum [ETH], Ripple[XRP], and Solana[SOL] all struggled to hold investor demand. Meanwhile, LINK absorbed capital on two straight days, even as the rest of the market tasted pain.

What proves Chainlink is ready to follow through in price action? The chart showed structure, and structure usually mattered more than noise.

Chainlin [LINK] formed an ascending triangle, which kept pressure building beneath flat resistance. The 9.17 level acted as the ceiling, while 8.30 marked the next likely tap on ascending support. Therefore, buyers still had a level worth defending.

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Momentum indicators also showed slight improvement, even if the signal remained weak. The RSI hinted that bearish pressure had started to ease, while the MACD began turning slightly positive too. However, bulls still lacked full control, so the setup had not confirmed a clean breakout yet.

That was where the tension sat. LINK had the fuel from inflows and development activity, but the price still needed to respond properly.

Failure to hold 8.30 would weaken the case sharply, while a stronger move above resistance would start validating the broader strength.

Final Summary Chainlink showed unusual strength as development activity stayed high and capital kept flowing in.
LINK still needed to defend 8.30 before on-chain strength could fully translate into price action.

XRP is gaining renewed bullish momentum as growing attention around XRP Ledger utility and the RLUSD stablecoin fuels optimism that the network could potentially evolve into a powerful engine for everyday global payments.

Given the recent price performance of Bitcoin (BTC 1.77%), it's not surprising that prediction market traders are remarkably bearish on this cryptocurrency's future prospects. Right now, they are giving Bitcoin only a 5% chance (as of March 5) of hitting $150,000 by the end of June.

On the surface, that makes sense. After all, Bitcoin is down more than 40% from its all-time high of $126,000 just a few months ago. At a current price of $71,000, Bitcoin would need to more than double to hit the $150,000 mark. Despite all that, there's reason to be optimistic about Bitcoin in 2026.

What do options traders think? Prediction markets offer useful data and can be used to help estimate the statistical probability of any real-world event actually happening. Yet, there's arguably better data coming from the Bitcoin derivatives market, where Wall Street traders are making big bets on the future price of Bitcoin.

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There, the sentiment appears to be much more bullish on Bitcoin. Take the Bitcoin options market, for example. Traders appear to be aggressively positioning for a price surge by the end of March. Options traders are buying March 27 expiry Bitcoin call options with strike prices of $80,000 and $90,000.

If Bitcoin can get to the $90,000 level within the next 30 days, the outlook for 2026 will change dramatically. Most likely, the odds of Bitcoin hitting a price target of $150,000 by the end of June will spike accordingly, and the narrative will shift. Investors will start talking about a potential rebound for the world's largest cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin historical data It's also worth taking a peek at historical data for Bitcoin. Historically, the cryptocurrency has averaged a 27% gain in Q2. That includes a rise of 30% last year, when Bitcoin also turned in a stinker of a quarter at the start of the year.

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Moreover, if you dig into the month-by-month data, there's also a glimmer of hope. Historically, Bitcoin has averaged a gain of 11% in March, 14% in April, and 8% in May.

Admittedly, that might not be enough to get Bitcoin to the $150,000 price level by the end of June. But just do the math. If Bitcoin can follow its typical trajectory during the next three months, a price of $90,000 is firmly within reach.

That might explain why options traders are positioning for the same type of price move. To use an analogy, Bitcoin is potentially a coiled spring just waiting to bounce back.

Should you bet against Bitcoin? Although I'm increasingly bullish on Bitcoin for the long haul, it's highly improbable that Bitcoin can make its way to the $150,000 price level by midyear. In fact, Bitcoin might even have a tough time climbing back to the $100,000 price level by then.

If you are thinking about buying Bitcoin now, you must adopt a long-term, buy-and-hold mindset. During the past decade, Bitcoin has been one of the top-performing assets in the world, and I expect a similar performance in the next decade.

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Bitcoin crashed hard Monday. The digital currency fell below $66,000 for the first time in weeks as crude oil prices went absolutely wild, surging nearly 20% and sending shockwaves through global markets that nobody saw coming.

Oil traders can’t catch their breath right now. Crude prices hit levels we haven’t seen in months, with West Texas Intermediate jumping to $105 per barrel and Brent crude not far behind. Energy markets are basically in panic mode as the Middle East conflict keeps getting worse, and Iran’s involvement pretty much guarantees things won’t calm down anytime soon. Supply chain experts are already warning about potential disruptions that could push prices even higher.

Crypto investors got hammered.

Bitcoin’s drop reflects the broader risk-off sentiment that’s gripping markets everywhere you look. When oil spikes this hard and this fast, investors typically dump anything that seems risky, and crypto definitely fits that bill. Ethereum also took a beating, falling about 8% in the same timeframe, while smaller altcoins got crushed even harder.

The Federal Reserve is watching all of this very carefully, and Fed officials are probably having emergency calls right now about what rising oil prices mean for inflation. Jerome Powell’s team was already dealing with stubborn price pressures, and now they’ve got this energy shock to worry about. Interest rate decisions just got a lot more complicated, and traders are already betting the Fed might have to stay more aggressive than anyone wanted.

Wall Street opened ugly Monday morning. The Dow dropped 400 points in early trading, while the S&P 500 fell about 2%. Energy stocks are getting hit hard despite higher oil prices – seems counterintuitive, but investors are worried about recession risks if crude stays this elevated. Companies like ExxonMobil and Chevron are down despite the obvious benefit from higher prices.

Iran keeps making things worse. The conflict shows zero signs of cooling off, and diplomatic efforts aren’t really going anywhere meaningful. International mediators are trying to broker some kind of ceasefire, but regional tensions are so high that markets aren’t buying any optimistic headlines.

Goldman Sachs just revised their forecasts Monday afternoon. The bank now expects oil to stay above $100 per barrel for weeks, maybe months, depending on how the Middle East situation plays out. For Bitcoin, Goldman analysts said they’re “cautiously bearish” in the near term, citing correlation with traditional risk assets during times of geopolitical stress. See also: Bitcoin Hits ,000 Then Crashes as.

European markets got slammed too. The FTSE 100 dropped 2.1%, while Germany’s DAX fell even harder. Christine Lagarde at the European Central Bank issued a statement Monday saying the ECB is “closely monitoring” energy price developments and their impact on eurozone inflation. The ECB’s next meeting on March 28 will definitely address these concerns.

OPEC members are scrambling to figure out their next move. The organization has an emergency meeting scheduled for March 15, and Saudi Arabia is reportedly pushing for increased production to calm markets. But other OPEC members aren’t so sure – some see this as an opportunity to maximize revenues while prices are sky-high.

But traders aren’t convinced OPEC can fix this mess quickly.

The Chicago Mercantile Exchange saw massive volume in oil futures Monday, with April contracts hitting $105 and May contracts not far behind. Trading volume was nearly triple normal levels, showing just how frantic things got. Energy traders are basically betting that supplies will stay tight for months.

Japan’s Nikkei closed down 1.8% as Asian markets reacted to the overnight chaos. The yen strengthened against the dollar – typical safe-haven behavior when global markets go haywire. Japanese officials didn’t comment on potential intervention, but currency watchers are keeping close tabs on any moves. For more details, see US Oil Output Hits Records But.

Russia stays silent on production increases. The Kremlin hasn’t said anything about ramping up output to help stabilize global prices, and that silence is making traders even more nervous. Moscow’s got its own reasons for keeping prices elevated, and they’re not exactly motivated to help Western economies right now.

The Department of Energy said Monday it’s “evaluating all options” regarding strategic petroleum reserves. That’s bureaucrat-speak for potentially releasing emergency supplies if prices keep climbing. The Strategic Petroleum Reserve holds about 370 million barrels, but tapping it would be a pretty dramatic move.

Bitcoin mining companies are getting crushed in this selloff. Marathon Digital and Riot Platforms both fell more than 12% Monday as investors worried about energy costs eating into mining profits.

Marathon Digital’s stock plunged to $18.50, its lowest level since January, while Riot Platforms hit $11.20 before recovering slightly. Higher electricity costs from surging energy prices could slash mining margins by 15-20%, according to JPMorgan analysts who cover the sector.

Several major cryptocurrency exchanges reported unusually heavy trading volume Monday, with Coinbase processing roughly $8.2 billion in transactions compared to typical daily volumes around $3 billion. Binance saw similar spikes as retail investors rushed to either buy the dip or cut their losses amid the market chaos.

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Bitcoin price started a fresh decline below $68,500 and $68,000. BTC is now consolidating and might struggle to start a recovery wave above $68,500.

Bitcoin started a fresh decline after it settled above the $69,500 zone. The price is trading below $68,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There was a break below a major bullish trend line with support at $68,900 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might dip again if it trades below the $65,500 and $65,000 levels. Bitcoin Price Starts Another Decline Bitcoin price failed to extend its increase above the $68,500 zone. BTC started a fresh decline after it settled below the $68,000 support zone.

The bears pushed the price below $67,500 and $67,200. Besides, there was a break below a major bullish trend line with support at $68,900 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. Finally, the price tested the $65,500 zone. A low was formed at $65,646, and the price is now consolidating losses.

Bitcoin is now trading below $68,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. If the price remains stable above $65,500, it could attempt a fresh increase. Immediate resistance is near the $67,000 level. The first key resistance is near the $67,600 level and the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $74,062 swing high to the $65,646 low.

Source: BTCUSD on TradingView.com A close above the $67,600 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $68,800 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $68,800 level. The next barrier for the bulls could be $69,850 or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $74,062 swing high to the $65,646 low.

More Losses In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $68,000 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $65,500 level. The first major support is near the $65,000 level.

The next support is now near the $63,500 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $62,000 support in the near term. The main support now sits at $61,200, below which BTC might struggle to recover in the near term.

Technical indicators:

Hourly MACD – The MACD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone.

Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now below the 50 level.

Major Support Levels – $65,500, followed by $65,000.

Major Resistance Levels – $68,000 and $68,800.

The price of bitcoin (BTC) fell following last week's brief rally, as a spike in oil prices weighed on Asian equity markets on Monday.

According to The Block's bitcoin price page, the cryptocurrency dropped 1.87% in the past 24 hours to trade at $66,010 at the time of writing. This is a 10% slide from the recent peak of $73,500 recorded on March 5. 

This pullback brought bitcoin back to levels seen before the short-lived surge, which aligns with research firm CryptoQuant's previous analysis that last week's price action was more of a "relief rally" than a start of a new bull cycle.

"BTC’s move to $66K is driven by a macro-driven pullback," said Dominick John, analyst at Zeus Research. "Elevated geopolitical risk, particularly the lack of de-escalation in the Middle East, pushed markets into a more risk-off posture, while rising oil prices are adding to inflation concerns and tightening global financial conditions."

Oil shock Due to persisting tensions in the Middle East, the price of crude oil surged past $110 per barrel, rising 22% on the day, and 72% in the past month, according to Trading Economics. 

U.S. President Donald Trump commented on Sunday that a short-term surge in oil prices is "a very small price to pay," adding that prices would stabilize once "the destruction of the Iran nuclear threat is over."

"The rising price of oil is a major factor in driving up inflation and could drag down global economic growth, given that it is used as an input for so many products across different industries," said Jeff Mei, COO at BTSE. "This concern is what is causing bitcoin to dip. That being said, bitcoin's price has proven to be more resilient than in past bear markets, and this could be because of the larger makeup of institutional holders this time around."

The rise in oil prices has affected major Asian stock markets, particularly in economies heavily dependent on crude imports. Japan's Nikkei has plunged 7% after Monday's market open, while South Korea's KOSPI has dropped 7.9%. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index has fallen 2.7%, and the Shanghai Composite Index has declined 1.4%.

In recent years, bitcoin has become increasingly correlated with equities market, displaying sensitivity to geopolitical volatility. The Block's 30-day Pearson correlation for bitcoin shows that it has a 88% correlation to the Nasdaq Composite as of March 6.

What to watch for Additionally, bitcoin exchange-traded fund flows have recently turned negative, putting pressure on the base asset price. The funds saw $576.6 million in net outflows last Thursday and Friday combined.

Zeus Research's John said $65,000 acts as the near-term support for bitcoin as the market digests macro volatility, while the $68,000-$69,000 range represents a key resistance zone. A break above that level would help restore short-term bullish momentum, he said.

"Potential catalysts include continued ETF inflows, clearer crypto regulation, and improving macro liquidity if central banks begin easing. Together, these factors could drive more institutional capital into the market," John said, adding that traders should watch for this week's U.S. consumer price index report and initial jobless claims to gauge the level of inflation in the country.

"Until the global geopolitical situation improves, it is unlikely to see any stability or optimism to drive a risk-on sentiment that would push for higher crypto prices," said Nick Ruck, director at LVRG Research.

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With the market suddenly turning bearish on some of the best artificial intelligence (AI) stocks in the market, I decided now is the perfect time to take action and buy some shares. The company I bought most recently is fairly popular and has been a top AI pick for a long time. However, one of the greatest pieces of investing advice I've ever heard came from Peter Lynch, who noted, "Sometimes the best stock to buy is one you already own."

I agree with that philosophy, which is why I recently purchased Nvidia (NVDA 2.94%) stock before earnings. While I may be somewhat disappointed that Nvidia's stock didn't soar following earnings, and could have gotten it for cheaper if I waited, I'm confident in its long-term prospects and believe it's still a great buy today.

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AI spending isn't slowing down The biggest reason some of the big tech stocks are down alongside Nvidia is the market's growing skepticism of AI spending. The big four hyperscalers alone are slated to spend about $650 billion on capital expenditures this year, with the vast majority of that going toward AI aspirations. There has been a ton of innovation with AI over recent months, and it doesn't look to be slowing down anytime soon. However, what's missing are the massive revenue streams needed to justify this spending, and that's what has the market concerned. If there is no real return on investment, why are they spending so much? The reality is, none of these companies can afford to be left behind. If they choose not to invest in AI, and it turns out to be the real deal, it will be nearly impossible to catch up, obsoleting their business in just a handful of years. So each of them chooses to continue spending.

Nvidia receives a huge cut of that spending for its graphics processing units (GPUs), so if the hyperscalers decreased their AI spending, its business would be harmed. But the reality is, nobody is slowing down; they're speeding up. This is showcased by Nvidia's latest quarterly results, where its revenue growth actually accelerated from the previous two quarters.

NVDA Revenue (Quarterly YoY Growth) data by YCharts

Considering Nvidia generated $68.1 billion in revenue during Q4 of fiscal year 2026 (ending Jan. 25), this growth rate is nearly unbelievable. It also gives me confidence that Nvidia is still going strong and the AI surge shows no signs of weakening.

While the market may want more tempered spending, Nvidia forecasts global data center capital expenditures of $3 trillion to $4 trillion by 2030. That's a far cry from where we're at now, and Nvidia will make shareholders a ton of money along the way if its vision of what the future holds pans out.

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Nvidia's valuation is polarizing There's a huge debate around Nvidia's stock: Should you use trailing earnings or forward earnings?

Trailing earnings are far more concrete, as they measure where the business has already been. However, you lose the forward-looking aspect of the market, which is a big deal when a company is growing as fast as Nvidia. On the flip side, there's no guarantee that Nvidia will achieve the analysts' goals that set the stage for forward earnings valuation. Each of these metrics has its flaws; the question is, Which do you believe more accurately portrays Nvidia as an investment?

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To me, valuing Nvidia on forward earnings makes the most sense because I believe that the AI build-out will be a multiyear opportunity and Nvidia has plenty of growth left in the tank. As a result, it looks like a screaming buy at these levels, and investors should consider adding more to their portfolios.

China's consumer inflation recorded the biggest jump in more than three years, as an extended holiday bolstered spending while deflation in factory-gate prices moderated.

The consumer price index rose 1.3% in February from a year earlier, China's National Bureau of Statistics data showed Monday, beating economists' forecast for a 0.8% increase in a Reuters poll. The increase followed a 0.2% growth in January, marking the strongest rebound since January 2023, according to LSEG data.

Prices rose 1% month on month, above economists' expectations for a 0.5% rise.

China's producer price index slumped 0.9% from a year ago, better than economists' expectations of a 1.2% fall, official data showed, moderating from a 1.4% drop in January.

In a top economic policy-setting meeting last week, Beijing kept its annual consumer inflation target steady at "around 2%" for 2026. First set in 2025, that's the lowest level in more than two decades as Chinese policymakers sought to bolster domestic demand and rein in aggressive price wars sweeping across many industries.

The inflation target acts more as a ceiling than a target to be realized. In 2025, consumer prices were flat overall, while core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, rose 0.7% as consumer confidence remained soft.

Beijing also lowered its GDP growth target this year to a range of 4.5% to 5%, the least ambitious target on record going back to the early 1990s, as officials acknowledged persistent deflationary pressures and heightened geopolitical uncertainty.

To bolster domestic spending, Chinese officials dedicated 250 billion yuan ($36.2 billion) in the fiscal budget this year to subsidize a consumer trade-in program — down from 300 billion yuan in 2025 — along with a 100 billion yuan government fund to support private investment and consumer spending.

"The pace [of these stimulus measures] will remain incremental," said Larry Hu, chief China economist at Macquarie, noting that while policymakers see weak consumption as a structural issue to be addressed, the need for "aggressive consumption stimulus is low" with exports and manufacturing seen to continue powering the growth.

"The main swing factor is exports," Hu said in a note last Thursday. "If exports remain strong, policymakers may continue to tolerate weak domestic consumption. Conversely, if exports falter, they will step up domestic stimulus to defend the GDP target."

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, /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced a total of 100 contracts of the South Asia Crude Palm Oil (Fastmarkets) futures traded as a block between Avere Commodities and Olam Agri, brokered by ICAP, on March 5, 2026. CME Group launched its four new South Asia edible oil futures contracts, which are available for trading, on March 2, 2026.

"We're pleased to see early industry support for our new South Asia edible oils futures contracts," said John Ricci, Managing Director and Global Head of Agricultural Products, CME Group. "The addition of these contracts provides South Asian market participants with enhanced price discovery and risk management capabilities and will further support their investment and hedging strategies." 

"At Avere, our traders and management team are always exploring new products and expanding the markets in which we participate," said Preston MacKenzie, Senior Trader, Vegetable Oils, Avere Commodities. "CME Group's exchange-cleared products that represent cash markets are great tools to add to our portfolio."

"Being the largest shippers of vegetable oils to India, we embrace the addition of another tool to optimize our hedging strategies," said Rix Hufman, Senior Tropical Oils Trader at Olam Agri.

"We're proud to be the first firm to broker this new product," said James Mckay, Co-Head, APAC Ags, Softs & Biofuels at ICAP. "It's an important first step in developing new and innovative ways for our customers to manage their risk in these volatile and ever-changing markets."

"As these new soybean and palm oil futures contracts take off, IVPA is proud to be part of a historical innovation that makes effective risk management possible for the Indian vegetable oils industry," said Sudhakar Desai, President of the Indian Vegetable Oil Producers' Association (IVPA). "We envision these becoming the global benchmarks that other major destinations adopt for buying and selling CIF India contracts."

The four new cash-settled products launched on March 2, 2026 include two outright contracts and two spread contracts that are based on the Fastmarkets Soyoil CFR India and Crude Palm Oil CFR West Coast India assessments:

South Asia Soybean Oil (Fastmarkets) Futures South Asia Crude Palm Oil (Fastmarket) Futures South Asia Soybean Oil (Fastmarkets) vs. CBOT Soybean Oil Futures South Asia Crude Palm Oil (Fastmarkets) vs. USD Malaysian Crude Palm Oil Futures For more information on these products, please visit http://www.cmegroup.com/south-asia.

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