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Victoria, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 22, 2025) - ALUULA Composites Inc. (TSXV: AUUA) (OTCQB: AUUAF) ("ALUULA" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that effective today, the Company's common shares have commenced trading on the OTCQB® Venture Market ("OTCQB") under the ticker symbol "AUUAF". The Company's common shares will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol AUUA.

This listing enhances accessibility for U.S.-based investors and supports broader exposure of the company's stock within the North American investment community. OTCQB is the Venture Market tier of the U.S. over-the-counter markets operated by OTC Markets Group. It is intended for international growth-stage companies that are current in their reporting and meet defined eligibility standards. With this listing, investors can now find real-time quotes and market information for ALUULA under www.otcmarkets.com in addition to the investor page of the Company's website or with the TSX at www.tsx.com.

The Company also announces that, pursuant to the share option plan, it has granted 200,000 stock options to its newly appointed CFO, with each option exercisable into one common share at a price of $3.30 per share until November 30th, 2030.

About ALUULA Composites

ALUULA is an ultra-light, high performance and recycle-ready composite materials brand that enhances the performance of outdoor gear as well as commercial and industrial equipment. Proudly owned and manufactured on the Canadian west coast, ALUULA's innovation is driven by a deep understanding that equipment does not need to sacrifice performance for sustainability. ALUULA's materials are known for their unique construction capabilities and their ability to make products lighter, stronger, and more sustainable.

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ALUULA's Brand Partners

The term "brand partners" does not refer to formal partnerships with our customers. The term refers to marketing relationships with our customers who use ALUULA's technology as a brand ingredient in their products.

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Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Forward-Looking Statements

The information in this news release includes certain information and statements about management's view of future events, expectations, plans, and prospects that constitute forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the Company's growth strategy, expansion of its investor base, and the anticipated benefits of trading on the OTCQB. These statements are based on assumptions subject to significant risks and uncertainties as described in the Company's management discussion and analysis. Because of these risks and uncertainties and as a result of a variety of factors, including the timing and receipt of all applicable regulatory, corporate third-party approvals, the actual results, expectations, achievements, or performance may differ materially from those anticipated and indicated by these forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurances that the expectations of any forward-looking statement will prove to be correct. Except as required by law, the Company disclaims any intention and assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions, changes in factors affecting such forward-looking statements or otherwise.

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The company's booth will highlight tools and technologies that power sharper displays, lighter cars, and more reliable data centers

, /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (NYSE: MMM) innovates critical solutions for the world's leading companies and at CES 2026 it will showcase the latest technologies for the interconnected industries of consumer electronics, automotive, advanced manufacturing, and data center. The company will also debut an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tool to accelerate customer innovation, powering businesses to experiment, simulate and create with 3M materials like never before. 

"3M is reigniting our innovation engine and focusing research and development on high-impact markets as we increase introduction of new products," said William Brown, 3M Chairman and CEO. "At CES, we'll highlight how 3M is merging the capabilities of AI with our deep technological and manufacturing expertise to further accelerate the innovation process, solve engineering challenges, and deliver smarter, more resilient products."

From batteries and display films to advanced manufacturing and thermal management, CES attendees will see how 3M solutions keep the world moving, computing, and connecting—ultimately turning bold ideas into reality at scale.

3M's industry solutions on display at CES

Consumer Electronics

3M materials help create devices that are more capable, functional, and efficient to assemble, repair and recycle, allowing customers to design without limits
3M solutions provide asset protection, helping designs hold up against dirt, dust, moisture, heat, EMI, and mechanical stress

Automotive

3M solutions for bonding and head-up, driver, and passenger displays are helping to create the immersive and integrated interiors of the future
From thermal management and lightweighting materials to battery and safety solutions, 3M is advancing the next generation of vehicles with efficient power and high performance

Advanced Manufacturing

From upfront monitoring of material mixtures to custom adhesive extrusion, 3M solutions deliver production line efficiency and agility
3M's diverse portfolio of personal protection equipment helps companies improve worker health and safety

Data Centers

3M's cable preparation and performance monitoring solutions drive faster, more efficient builds by reducing installation time and strengthening energy pathways
From sensors that provide real-time data on electrical grid performance to high-speed copper and expanded beam optics that reliably power high-speed data transfer, 3M technologies offer critical support for next-generation computing

On the Mobility Stage: how virtual materials are transforming automotive innovation

The growing convergence of automotive with consumer electronics, software, and advanced manufacturing is redefining industry collaboration models and the innovation process. To discover how virtual materials and virtual testing are compressing development cycles, expanding design choice, and de–risking product launches, join 3M, Audi AG, and Synopsys for an insightful panel discussion on the CES Mobility Stage: 

What: "Accelerating Product Development with Virtual Materials and Simulation"
Who:

Drita Roggenbuck, president, transportation and energy vertical, 3M
Geoffrey Bouquot, chief technology officer, Audi AG
Judy Curran, senior chief technologist, automotive, Synopsys

When: Wednesday, Jan. 7 from 1:30-2:00pm PST
Where: Mobility Stage, West Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center

In the North Hall: redefining the factory of the future

In a panel conversation hosted by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and the Manufacturing Leadership Council (MLC), global leaders from 3M, EY, and EMD Electronics will discuss how their companies are transforming production, innovation, and supply chains in response to the convergence of consumer technology and advanced manufacturing. Together, they will illustrate how data, AI, manufacturing 4.0 technologies, and consumer expectations are reshaping factories of the future.

 What: "Beyond AI: The Technologies Powering the Future of Manufacturing"
 Who:

Adam Cooper, principal, EY
Jeff Puma, content director, National Association of Manufacturers
Jon Van Wyck, executive vice president and chief strategy officer, interim president of enterprise operations, 3M
Michelangelo Canzoneri, global head of group smart manufacturing, EMD Electronics

 When: Wednesday, Jan. 7 from 2:45-3:15pm PST
 Where: N261, North Hall Level 2, Las Vegas Convention Center

Visit 3M and discover the solutions driving industries forward

Booth #8505, North Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center
To learn more or to schedule a meeting at CES, please email [email protected]

About 3M 
3M (NYSE: MMM) is focused on transforming industries around the world by applying science and creating innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our multi-disciplinary team is working to solve tough customer problems by leveraging diverse technology platforms, differentiated capabilities, global footprint, and operational excellence. Discover how 3M is shaping the future at 3M.com/news. 

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Palantir Technologies Inc. NASDAQ: PLTR continues to be a polarizing stock. Despite being up more than 155% in 2025, many investors remain concerned about the company’s valuation.

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$207.52P/E Ratio459.39

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That’s understandable, even for investors used to richly priced technology stocks, PLTR stock trades at an expensive valuation. But investors who are solely focused on valuation may be missing the larger story.

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Palantir is rapidly becoming a must-have platform for both public and private sector companies that are looking to monetize artificial intelligence (AI). That's why investors should have confidence that Palantir’s growth story is still in the early stages.

But it’s also fair to say that the honeymoon phase is likely over. The parabolic move that PLTR stock has made since trading under $20 is transitioning into a more mature phase of growth. However, growth is still growth, and many analysts believe that a $500 price target in the next three to five years is not only possible, but probable.

Here are three reasons to believe that Palantir has earned its status as a core AI infrastructure stock in 2026 and beyond.

AIP Adoption Is Helping Palantir Scale Profitability
Palantir has become a profitable company. But it’s also showing that it can grow its earnings year-over-year (YOY). A key reason for that growth is the company’s AIP platform. This is allowing companies to extract insights from the data they’re collecting that they can’t get anywhere else.

A concern among analysts is how and when companies will be able to monetize their capex spend in artificial intelligence (AI). With platforms like AIP, Palantir is answering both the how and the when, which is right now.

A key reason why companies are making Palantir their first call is that the company’s platforms are allowing companies to find cost savings, but also to generate actionable insights they can’t get anywhere else.

This is making Palantir an essential part of the AI infrastructure story from the software side. Much of the focus is on the hardware side. However, investors should be paying attention to a company that is providing the picks and shovels on the software side, and one of those names is Palantir.

Commercial Revenue Continues to Grow
One of the objections to Palantir has been the company’s reliance on government contracts. However, that’s becoming a worn-out talking point. In its most recent quarter, Palantir posted U.S. commercial revenue growth of over 121% YOY and over 29% from the prior quarter.

The company's split between commercial and government revenue isn’t quite 50/50, but it’s getting closer. There’s also no doubt that its more explosive growth is coming on the commercial side.

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Government Contracts Grow Palantir’s ARR
An important distinction to make regarding Palantir’s commercial revenue is that it’s not coming at the expense of its government revenue. Palantir’s government business was up 55% YOY in the last quarter.

The nature of these contracts creates a powerful driver of annual recurring revenue (ARR) because Palantir’s platforms are embedded in long-term, mission-critical contracts with high renewal rates. U.S. and allied government agencies use Palantir’s Gotham and Foundry platforms for defense, intelligence, border security, healthcare, and disaster response. These use cases are difficult and costly to replace once deployed.

Government contracts are typically multi-year in nature and often expand over time as agencies add users, modules, and new operational workflows. This “land-and-expand” dynamic increases contract value and boosts ARR without requiring Palantir to constantly win new customers.

For example, in 2025, Palantir continued to grow its government ARR through expansions and renewals of long-term federal contracts, including added funding under the U.S. Army’s multi-year Vantage data and AI platform as its use broadened across logistics, readiness, and operational planning. It also signed a renewed and extended Gotham analytics agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, reinforcing a recurring, mission-critical revenue stream with high visibility and strong retention.

As global defense spending rises and governments increasingly prioritize data integration and AI-driven decision-making, Palantir is well-positioned to secure contract extensions and new awards, reinforcing the government segment as a durable and growing source of ARR.

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Both ETFs amplify technology gains, yet QLD leans on broad growth leadership while SOXL turns semiconductor cycles and daily leverage resets into the defining driver of returns

Triple leverage and a pure semiconductor focus set SOXL apart from broader tech ETFs, raising the stakes for tactical investors.

ProShares - Ultra QQQ (QLD) and Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (SOXL) both offer amplified exposure to tech, but SOXL takes risk to another level with triple leverage and a pure-play semiconductor focus, while QLD tracks the broader Nasdaq-100 with double leverage.

Both QLD and SOXL are designed for traders seeking turbocharged exposure to technology, but they differ sharply in both degree and focus. QLD aims to double the daily returns of the Nasdaq-100, while SOXL offers three times the daily moves of the NYSE Semiconductor Index, making it one of the most aggressive sector-leveraged ETFs available.

Snapshot (cost & size)MetricQLDSOXLIssuerProSharesDirexionExpense ratio0.95%0.75%1-yr return (as of 2025-12-17)22.41%47.86%Dividend yield0.18%0.53%Beta2.425.32AUM$10.63 billion$13.6 billionBeta measures price volatility relative to the S&P 500; beta is calculated from five-year weekly returns. The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months.

SOXL is slightly more affordable on expenses than QLD, and its dividend payout is modestly higher, though yield is not a primary focus for either fund.

Performance & risk comparisonMetricQLDSOXLMax drawdown (5 y)-63.78%-90.51%Growth of $1,000 over 5 years$2,400$1,195What's insideSOXL targets pure-play semiconductor exposure, with 100% of assets in technology and just 44 holdings. Its top positions include Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD), Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO), and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), each accounting for less than 2% of assets. The fund has a track record stretching over 15 years, but its leverage resets daily. That means performance can deviate significantly from the index over periods longer than a day, especially in volatile markets.

QLD, by contrast, tracks the broader Nasdaq-100 Index, which remains heavily weighted toward technology (55%), but also includes meaningful allocations to communication services and consumer cyclical stocks. Top holdings feature Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), and Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT). QLD also uses daily leverage reset, so both funds are best suited for short-term tactical trades rather than long-term holding.

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What this means for investorsQLD and SOXL may both amplify technology exposure, but they express conviction in very different ways. QLD magnifies moves in the Nasdaq 100, a group of dominant companies backed by scale, recurring revenue, and strong access to capital. Volatility is still amplified, but it is spread across multiple business models rather than tied to a single industry outcome.

SOXL removes that cushion. Its performance depends entirely on semiconductors, where pricing, capital spending, and inventory conditions can change quickly. Triple leverage also accelerates each swing. When momentum builds, gains can stack fast. When conditions turn uneven, the daily reset makes timing and position management more influential than direction alone.

The choice between these funds comes down to how much control an investor wants to keep. QLD provides leveraged exposure to growth leadership with more flexibility around entry and exit. SOXL requires a tighter thesis and active oversight. Both ETFs reward different levels of precision in execution.

GlossaryLeverage: Use of borrowed money or financial derivatives to amplify investment returns, increasing both potential gains and losses.
ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund): An investment fund traded on stock exchanges, holding assets like stocks or bonds.
Daily leverage reset: The process of rebalancing a leveraged fund each day to maintain its target leverage ratio.
Max drawdown: The largest percentage drop from a fund's peak value to its lowest point over a specific period.
Expense ratio: The annual fee, as a percentage of assets, that a fund charges to cover operating costs.
Beta: A measure of an investment's volatility compared to the overall market, often using the S&P 500 as a benchmark.
Dividend yield: Annual dividends paid by a fund or stock, expressed as a percentage of its current price.
Nasdaq-100 Index: A stock market index of 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq exchange.
Semiconductor: A material or industry involved in making chips and electronic components essential for modern electronics.
AUM (Assets Under Management): The total market value of assets that a fund manages on behalf of investors.
Pure-play: A company or fund focused exclusively on a single industry or sector.
Total return: The investment's price change plus all dividends and distributions, assuming those payouts are reinvested.

Key Takeaways U.S. healthcare challenged the S&P 500 in 2025, with biotech leading as the industry index rose 23.2%. GLP-1 drug breakthroughs, AI-driven efficiency and strong earnings beats fueled the sector's rally. ETF exposure offers diversified access as M&A activity and demographic tailwinds support 2026 growth.
As we approach the final weeks of 2025, the U.S. healthcare sector has transitioned from a defensive stalwart to a primary market leader. Evidently, while the S&P 500 has delivered a solid return of approximately 15% year to date, the U.S. healthcare index has been consistently challenging this benchmark, with specific sub-sectors like biotechnology outperforming the broader market by significant margins. Notably, the S&P 500 Biotechnology industry index has rallied 23.2% so far this year. 

This dynamic has positioned top U.S.-focused healthcare exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offering a strategic blend of high-growth potential and recession-resistant stability, making them an essential addition to portfolios before the year-end.

However, before recommending any healthcare ETF for inclusion in your portfolio and delving into their specifics, it is important to examine what has driven the sector’s rally and assess whether it is sustainable. This analysis should help you make a more informed investment decision.

Factors Fueling the 2025 US Healthcare RallyThe U.S. healthcare sector's performance so far this year has been driven by distinct, powerful trends:

•    Breakthrough Innovation and GLP-1 Adoption: A historic innovation cycle, particularly in anti-obesity and related cardiometabolic drugs (GLP-1s), created multibillion-dollar market opportunities and revitalized investor interest across the healthcare ecosystem, from pharmaceutical developers to medical device and diagnostic companies. 

•    Technological Integration: The practical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is moving beyond hype, enhancing clinical documentation, drug discovery and administrative processes. In particular, American biotech firms have successfully integrated autonomous AI systems to slash drug discovery timelines, which significantly boosted profit margins. 

•    Defensive Demand and Demographic Tailwinds: The sector's non-cyclical nature provides a buffer during economic uncertainty. This is underpinned by the long-term, structural demand from an aging U.S. population, which ensured steady growth in healthcare utilization and spending.

•    Solid Earnings Beat: A JP Morgan report, published in early December, mentioned that the healthcare sector’s relative earnings revisions breadth, which measures the balance between upward and downward analyst estimate changes, has stabilized. Companies in the sector beat third-quarter estimates by 13%, well above the broad market’s 7%, representing the highest beat rate in at least two years.

•    Solid M&A Activities: A wave of strategic acquisitions, fueled by private equity and large-cap pharma cash reserves, revitalized the healthcare sector this year. Examples include Johnson & Johnson’s (JNJ - Free Report) $14.6 billion acquisition of Intra-Cellular Therapies and Pfizer’s (PFE - Free Report) purchase of obesity drug maker Metsera for up to $10 billion following a competitive bidding process.

2026 OutlookAs we are set to enter 2026, the healthcare sector’s growth is expected to continue, led by non-acute care settings like ambulatory surgery and home health, value-based care models, and health services technology. Strategic mergers and acquisitions are likely to accelerate as companies seek scale and new capabilities.

With an aging population, increasing healthcare spending and the FDA on track for record approvals, the sector is primed for sustained outperformance in 2026.

However, the sector must navigate persistent challenges, including workforce shortages, rising costs, ongoing regulatory scrutiny as well as tariff impacts (with 39% of executives surveyed by Deloitte expecting them to affect their 2026 strategies as per a Forbes report).

U.S. Healthcare ETFs to BuyFor investors, the aforementioned complex landscape makes diversified exposure through ETFs a prudent strategy. It mitigates the risk associated with any single company's drug trial or regulatory decision while providing access to the sector's growth themes. With this in mind, here are three healthcare ETFs, with a major focus in the U.S. market, that offer distinct strategic approaches for the coming year.

State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLV - Free Report)

This fund, with assets under management (AUM) worth $40.28 billion, offers exposure to 60 U.S.-based health care equipment and supplies; health care providers and services; biotechnology; life sciences tools and services; and health care technology companies. Its top three holdings include U.S.-based pharmaceuticals, Eli Lily (LLY - Free Report) (15.11%), JNJ (8.83%) and AbbVie (ABBV - Free Report) (7.12%). 

XLV has gained 14.1% year to date. The fund charges 8 basis points (bps) as fees. It traded at a volume of 8.57 million shares in the last trading session and sports a Zacks ETF Rank #1 (Strong Buy). 

Vanguard Health Care ETF (VHT - Free Report)

This fund, with net assets worth $17.7 billion, offers exposure to U.S. companies within the health care sector. Its top three holdings include LLY (12.39%), ABBV (4.85%) and JNJ (4.42%).

VHT has rallied 15.3% year to date. The fund charges 9 bps as fees. It traded at a volume of 0.38 million shares in the last trading session and sports a Zacks ETF Rank #1. 

iShares U.S. Pharmaceuticals ETF (IHE - Free Report)

This fund, with net assets worth $841.4 million, offers exposure to 55 U.S. companies that manufacture prescription or over-the-counter drugs or vaccines. Its top three holdings include LLY (23.67%), JNJ (21.93%) and Bristol Myers Squibb (BMY - Free Report) (4.64%).

IHE has surged 32% year to date. The fund charges 9 bps as fees. It traded at a volume of 0.76 million shares in the last trading session and carries a Zacks ETF Rank #2 (Buy). 

The war for the future of Warner Brothers continues, as Paramount Skydance announced Monday an amended all-cash offer for the legacy movie studio. The offer includes an “irrevocable personal guarantee” from a major backer, Oracle billionaire Larry Ellison, to provide tens of billions in equity financing for the deal. It’s the latest move by Ellison’s son, David Ellison—the CEO of Paramount Skydance—to pry the potential acquisition loose from his competition, the streaming giant Netflix.  

“Larry Ellison has agreed to provide an irrevocable personal guarantee of $40.4 billion of the equity financing for the offer and any damages claims against Paramount,” a Paramount press release published Monday states. The proposed equity financing had previously been included in Paramount’s offer, but the elder Ellison’s “personal guarantee” is new, the press release states.

The revamped offer comes a mere week after the WBD board rejected Paramount’s initial bid, favoring, instead, a previous deal with Netflix. That deal was announced on December 5th, outlining how the streamer would purchase the movie studio via a cash and stock option valued at $27.75 per WBD share, and a total enterprise value of $82.7 billion.

Three days after the Netflix deal was announced, Paramount launched a hostile bid valued at $108.4 billion, offering $30 per share. The WBD board rejected this offer, calling it “illusory” and claiming that Paramount had misled shareholders about the proposed deal’s financing. At the time of the rejection, the board noted that the deal with Netflix was “a binding agreement with enforceable commitments, with no need for any equity financing and robust debt commitments.”

Now, Paramount’s amended offer has been designed to “address WBD’s stated concerns regarding Paramount’s superior offer,” Paramount said. In October, CNBC reported that, prior to the Netflix deal, WBD had previously rejected three different takeover offers from Paramount.

“Paramount has repeatedly demonstrated its commitment to acquiring WBD,” said Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison, in Monday’s press release. “Our $30 per share, fully financed all-cash offer was on December 4th, and continues to be, the superior option to maximize value for WBD shareholders. Because of our commitment to investment and growth, our acquisition will be superior for all WBD stakeholders, as a catalyst for greater content production, greater theatrical output, and more consumer choice.”

He added: “We expect the board of directors of WBD to take the necessary steps to secure this value-enhancing transaction and preserve and strengthen an iconic Hollywood treasure for the future.”

TechCrunch reached out to Warner Bros. Discovery for comment.

Lucas is a senior writer at TechCrunch, where he covers artificial intelligence, consumer tech, and startups. He previously covered AI and cybersecurity at Gizmodo.
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TGI Transforms Environmental Liabilities into Strategic Mineral and Energy Assets

MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / December 22, 2025 / TGI SOLAR POWER GROUP (OTCMarkets:TSPG), a pioneer in sustainable technology research and environmental real estate development, along with its research arm TGI INSIGHTS, today unveiled a landmark strategic outlook: "Energy is Power, Power is Power: Navigating the Next Wave of Global Energy Sources."

The report signals a definitive "Great Decoupling" of water and energy, transforming the desalination plant from a massive energy consumer into a Circular Resource Hub-a facility that simultaneously produces fresh water, carbon-free power, and high-value battery minerals.

Economic Impact: Traditional Desalination vs. TGI Integrated Hub

The following table illustrates the shift from a single-revenue model (water sales) to a multi-commodity revenue model. By co-locating tire recycling and brine mining, the TGI Hub transforms "waste" into a series of high-margin products. TGI has gone into stragetic alliances with various companies from around theld enabling implementation of the following strategies, an additional information is forthcoming.

Revenue Component

Traditional RO Desalination

TGI Integrated Hub (SMR + Pyrolysis)

Economic Impact / Value Add

Primary Product

Fresh Water ($0.50-$1.20/m³)

Fresh Water ($0.45-$0.90/m³)

Lower OpEx: Waste heat from pyrolysis/SMR reduces electricity costs by 30-40%.

Waste Stream A

Brine (Environmental Liability)

Brine Mining: Lithium, Magnesium, Potassium

New Revenue: Brine minerals add an estimated $50M+ annual revenue per large plant.

Waste Stream B

N/A (Solid Waste)

Tire Pyrolysis: TPO, rCB, Green Steel

New Revenue: Turning "tipping fees" into Pyrolytic Oil (~$400/ton) and Carbon Black.

Energy Profile

High Grid Dependence (4-6 kWh/m³)

Energy Surplus: Syngas + SMR Thermal

Cost Neutrality: Plant becomes a net exporter of power or green hydrogen.

Carbon Profile

Carbon Intensive (Grid Mix)

Net Negative / Carbon Neutral

Tax Benefit: Avoids carbon taxes; eligible for high-value Carbon Credits.

For decades, desalination was viewed as an environmental burden due to its high energy footprint. TGI INSIGHTS reports that by 2030, this model will be obsolete. By integrating Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), Advanced Geothermal Systems, and now Waste-to-Energy (W2E) Pyrolysis and Advanced Tire Pyrolysis, we are entering an era of "self-powering" water infrastructure.

"We are no longer just making water," states Samuel Epstein, CEO of TGI. "Through the integration of SMRs and Waste-to-Energy, we are mining the ocean for minerals while simultaneously cleaning the planet of solid waste. It is a self-sustaining loop where the waste of one process is the fuel for the next."

The 2026-2050 Energy Roadmap: Role of the Champions

The future energy space will be a coordinated ecosystem rather than a competition between single sources. TGI INSIGHTS breaks down the transition into three phases:

TGI VISION 1: 2026-2030 - The Era of Integration

SMRs & Geothermal (The Clean Firm): These will replace fossil fuels as the "always-on" base for cities. SMRs provide the intense heat needed for water distillation, while Geothermal offers 24/7 uptime.

Waste-to-Energy (The Circular Engine): Utilizing advanced pyrolysis (such as TGI's tire-to-energy initiatives), urban waste is converted into syngas and thermal energy, providing a decentralized power source for desalination and hydrogen production.

The Generators (Osmotic Power/PRO): Plants will use Pressure Retarded Osmosis (PRO) to generate electricity from salt gradients, reclaiming up to 15% of total energy needs.

TGI VISION 2: 2030-2040 - The Rise of Chemical Fuels

Green Ammonia & Hydrogen: Ultrapure water from desalination will feed high-capacity electrolyzers. Waste-to-Energy byproducts will serve as catalysts and feedstock for green chemical production, making Green Ammonia the primary "liquid fuel" for global shipping.

TGI VISION 3: 2040-2050 - The "Infinite" Frontier

Magnetic Resonance & Gravity Power: Tracking breakthroughs in Medium Frequency Magnetics and Gravity Energy Storage for near-lossless energy transfer.

Future Energy Matrix: Ease of Integration & Scalability

To assist stakeholders in navigating this transition, TGI INSIGHTS has developed the Future Energy Matrix, comparing core technologies by their readiness and integration potential.

Energy Source

Baseload Reliability

Ease of Grid Integration

Primary Output

Circular Benefit

SMR (Nuclear)

100% (High)

Moderate

Electricity / Heat

Zero-carbon "Firm" Power

Waste-to-Energy

90% (High)

High

Electricity / Syngas

Landfill Reduction / Recycling

Geothermal

95% (High)

Low (Location Dependent)

Electricity / Heat

Minimal Surface Footprint

Solar / Wind

30% (Variable)

Moderate

Electricity

Low-cost Bulk Electrons

Osmotic (PRO)

85% (Medium)

High (Co-located)

Electricity

Brine Management

Brine Mining: The "Gold Mine" in the Water

The report offers a startling economic breakdown of "Brine Mining." As the world starves for EV battery materials, desalination reject-streams have become the most accessible source of minerals.

Mineral

Value to Market

The Shift

Lithium

Critical for EVs

Brine extraction is 30-50% cheaper than traditional mining.

Magnesium

Aerospace & Tech

Provides a secondary revenue stream that subsidizes water costs.

Strategic Salts

Industrial Feedstock

Turns a "waste problem" into a multi-billion-dollar commodity market.

Simple Terms: PROs and CONs

Fossil Fuels: Rapidly becoming "Stranded Assets" due to high carbon taxes.

Waste-to-Energy: The Immediate Winner for urban centers, solving the trash crisis while powering the grid.

Tire Recycling: The Economic Winner, turning a "dump fee" liability into a revenue-generating energy source.

SMR/Geothermal: The Winners of the Grid, providing the stability that keeps modern life running 24/7.

New Slogan:"Empowering Tomorrow with Sustainable Innovation"

Pro Forma: Integrated TGI Resource Hub (10,000 m³/day)

Projected Annualized Data (Base Year 2026)

The following projection assumes a facility processing 10,000 m³/day of seawater integrated with a 50-ton/day continuous tire pyrolysis unit and a Brine Mining module.

Revenue Stream

Annual Quantity

Unit Price (Est.)

Total Annual Revenue

Fresh Water Sales

3.65 Million m³

$0.85 / m³

$3,102,500

Pyrolytic Oil (TPO)

7,665 Tons

$450 / Ton

$3,449,250

Recovered Carbon Black

5,475 Tons

$150 / Ton

$821,250

Green Steel Scrap

1,825 Tons

$200 / Ton

$365,000

Lithium Carbonate (Li₂CO₃)

~35 Tons

$18,000 / Ton

$630,000

Magnesium Hydroxide

~4,200 Tons

$400 / Ton

$1,680,000

Carbon Credits (Net Zero)

25,000 Credits

$40 / Credit

$1,000,000

GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE

$11,048,000

Annual Operating Expenses (OpEx)

Energy (Internalized): $0 (Powered by SMR/Pyrolysis Syngas)

Labor & Maintenance: $1,850,000

Chemicals & Membranes: $750,000

Waste Feedstock (Tire Tipping Fees): -$365,000 (Revenue from collection)

Total OpEx:$2,235,000

Net Operating Income (NOI):$8,813,000Projected ROI Period:4.2 Years (Based on $38M estimated CapEx)

About TGI INSIGHTS:

TGI INSIGHTS is the research division of TGI GROUP, dedicated to delivering data-driven analysis and strategic foresight on global trends in technology, energy, and corporate strategy.

About TGI Solar Power Group Inc.

TGI SOLAR POWER GROUP INC. is a diversified holding company focused on acquiring innovative patented technologies, components, processes, designs, and methods with commercial value. Our mission is to create sustainable habitats that enhance the quality of life while respecting our planet. For more information, please visit: www.TGIPOWER.com

New Slogan: "Empowering Tomorrow with Sustainable Innovation"

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include but are not limited to statements identified by words such as "believes," "expects,"

"Anticipates," "estimates," "intends," "plans," "targets," "projects" and similar expressions. The statements in this release are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of our company's management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. We undertake no duty to update any forward- looking statement, or any information contained in this press release or in other public disclosures at any time. Finally, the investing public is reminded that the only announcements or information about TGI Solar Power Group Inc. which are condoned by the Company must emanate from the Company itself and bear our name as its Source.

Safe Harbor statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1965: Those statements contained herein which are not historical are forward-looking statements, and as such are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual operating results to materially differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Such statements include, but are not limited to, certain delays that are beyond the company's control, with respect to market.

Contact:

Samuel Epstein CEO
[email protected]

SOURCE: TGI Solar Power Group, Inc.

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Google parent Alphabet's shares have added nearly two-thirds of their value in 2025 as revenues surged, thanks in part to gains from AI.
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Key Takeaways
Google parent Alphabet said Monday it's buying energy infrastructure provider Intersect for $4.75 billion.CEO Sundar Pichai said the purchase will boost the firm's ability to meet the power needs of AI data centers.

Google parent Alphabet just struck another big energy deal aimed at growing its AI data center footprint.

Alphabet (GOOGL) said Monday it's buying energy infrastructure provider Intersect for $4.75 billion to help support its data center buildout.

CEO Sundar Pichai said the purchase of Intersect, which Google had already owned a stake in through a previous funding round, “will help us expand capacity, operate more nimbly in building new power generation in lockstep with new data center load, and reimagine energy solutions to drive US innovation and leadership.”

Why This Is Significiant
Like many of its Big Tech peers, Alphabet has said it plans to spend billions of dollars to raise its AI capacity. Monday's deal underscores how that could involve buying other companies, as well as more partnerships.

Alphabet said its deal with Intersect would also serve its commitment to "unlock abundant, reliable, affordable energy supply that enables the buildout of data center infrastructure without passing on costs to grid customers.”

Alphabet shares were up less than 1% in recent trading. They've added nearly two-thirds of their value in 2025 as revenues surged, thanks in part to gains from AI.

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Investors seek growth stocks to capitalize on above-average growth in financials that help these securities grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a great growth stock is not easy at all.

By their very nature, these stocks carry above-average risk and volatility. Moreover, if a company's growth story is over or nearing its end, betting on it could lead to significant loss.

However, the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which looks beyond the traditional growth attributes to analyze a company's real growth prospects, makes it pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks.

Mama's Creations, Inc. (MAMA - Free Report) is one such stock that our proprietary system currently recommends. The company not only has a favorable Growth Score, but also carries a top Zacks Rank.

Research shows that stocks carrying the best growth features consistently beat the market. And for stocks that have a combination of a Growth Score of A or B and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy), returns are even better.

While there are numerous reasons why the stock of this company is a great growth pick right now, we have highlighted three of the most important factors below:

Earnings GrowthArguably nothing is more important than earnings growth, as surging profit levels is what most investors are after. And for growth investors, double-digit earnings growth is definitely preferable, and often an indication of strong prospects (and stock price gains) for the company under consideration.

While the historical EPS growth rate for Mama's Creations, Inc. is 9.3%, investors should actually focus on the projected growth. The company's EPS is expected to grow 44.4% this year, crushing the industry average, which calls for EPS growth of 2.2%.

Impressive Asset Utilization RatioAsset utilization ratio -- also known as sales-to-total-assets (S/TA) ratio -- is often overlooked by investors, but it is an important indicator in growth investing. This metric exhibits how efficiently a firm is utilizing its assets to generate sales.

Right now, Mama's Creations, Inc. has an S/TA ratio of 2.57, which means that the company gets $2.57 in sales for each dollar in assets. Comparing this to the industry average of 0.92, it can be said that the company is more efficient.

In addition to efficiency in generating sales, sales growth plays an important role. And Mama's Creations, Inc. looks attractive from a sales growth perspective as well. The company's sales are expected to grow 39.9% this year versus the industry average of 0%.

Promising Earnings Estimate RevisionsSuperiority of a stock in terms of the metrics outlined above can be further validated by looking at the trend in earnings estimate revisions. A positive trend is of course favorable here. Empirical research shows that there is a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

The current-year earnings estimates for Mama's Creations, Inc. have been revising upward. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has surged 18.2% over the past month.

Bottom LineMama's Creations, Inc. has not only earned a Growth Score of A based on a number of factors, including the ones discussed above, but it also carries a Zacks Rank #1 because of the positive earnings estimate revisions.

You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

This combination indicates that Mama's Creations, Inc. is a potential outperformer and a solid choice for growth investors.

Growth investors focus on stocks that are seeing above-average financial growth, as this feature helps these securities garner the market's attention and deliver solid returns. However, it isn't easy to find a great growth stock.

By their very nature, these stocks carry above-average risk and volatility. Moreover, if a company's growth story is over or nearing its end, betting on it could lead to significant loss.

However, it's pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks with the help of the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which looks beyond the traditional growth attributes to analyze a company's real growth prospects.

Lam Research (LRCX - Free Report) is one such stock that our proprietary system currently recommends. The company not only has a favorable Growth Score, but also carries a top Zacks Rank.

Studies have shown that stocks with the best growth features consistently outperform the market. And for stocks that have a combination of a Growth Score of A or B and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy), returns are even better.

While there are numerous reasons why the stock of this semiconductor equipment maker is a great growth pick right now, we have highlighted three of the most important factors below:

Earnings GrowthArguably nothing is more important than earnings growth, as surging profit levels is what most investors are after. For growth investors, double-digit earnings growth is highly preferable, as it is often perceived as an indication of strong prospects (and stock price gains) for the company under consideration.

While the historical EPS growth rate for Lam Research is 8.3%, investors should actually focus on the projected growth. The company's EPS is expected to grow 15.7% this year, crushing the industry average, which calls for EPS growth of 9.7%.

Cash Flow GrowthCash is the lifeblood of any business, but higher-than-average cash flow growth is more beneficial and important for growth-oriented companies than for mature companies. That's because, high cash accumulation enables these companies to undertake new projects without raising expensive outside funds.

Right now, year-over-year cash flow growth for Lam Research is 31.2%, which is higher than many of its peers. In fact, the rate compares to the industry average of -5.6%.

While investors should actually consider the current cash flow growth, it's worth taking a look at the historical rate too for putting the current reading into proper perspective. The company's annualized cash flow growth rate has been 16.6% over the past 3-5 years versus the industry average of 10.4%.

Promising Earnings Estimate RevisionsBeyond the metrics outlined above, investors should consider the trend in earnings estimate revisions. A positive trend is a plus here. Empirical research shows that there is a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

There have been upward revisions in current-year earnings estimates for Lam Research. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has surged 0.1% over the past month.

Bottom LineLam Research has not only earned a Growth Score of A based on a number of factors, including the ones discussed above, but it also carries a Zacks Rank #2 because of the positive earnings estimate revisions.

You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

This combination positions Lam Research well for outperformance, so growth investors may want to bet on it.

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2025 is drawing to a close, and investors have plenty to look back on. Active ETF performance and proliferation was once again an important theme, and as the category matures, its standout performers have diversified. Looking back on a YTD performance basis at the top five non-leveraged active ETFs, for example, investors can find a varied list, including a surprise appearance by psychedelics ETF PSIL.

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The AdvisorShares Psychedelics ETF (PSIL) charges a robust 100 basis point fee for its active approach to psychedelics. The strategy has delivered on that fee with eye-popping performance numbers. According to ETF Database data, PSIL has returned 72% YTD, providing a 3X return compared to its ETF Database Category average. That YTD performance also places the active ETF in the top five active ETFs YTD, when excluding leveraged and inverse funds.

How, then, has the strategy produced those returns? The fund takes a global view of the psychedelics industry. Per ETF Database data, its holdings largely focus on the United States with investments in Australia, Canada, and the U.K., as well. 

Psychedelics in the Active ETF Wrapper
Specifically, it invests in publicly-listed firms deriving at least 50% of revenues or having at least 50% of assets invested in legal activities related to psychedelic medicines and derivatives. PSIL looks to micro-cap, small-cap, and midcap companies in making its investments, aiming for at least 25% of investments in the pharmaceuticals, biotech, and life sciences sectors. Intriguingly, despite cannabis having psychotropic impacts, the ETF excludes cannabis from its investments. 

The fund’s strong performance, then, does not owe to positive news about the legality of cannabis in the United States this year. Rather, its exposure to some hot, rising biotech names has been a key driver. Its largest holding according to ETF Database, Atai Beckley N.V. (ATAI), has returned a scorching 197% YTD per YCharts data. Founded in 2018, the company merged into Atai Beckley just this year and continues to look to psychedelics as a source of treatments for psychiatric conditions. 

Looking ahead, what role might the active ETF play for investor portfolios? With its high fee but strong return potential, combined with its foreign exposures, the strategy could make for a growth-focused satellite allocation to consider for the right investor. Overall, PSIL’s strong performance once again speaks to the potential offered by the active ETF wrapper.

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TORONTO, Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- J. P. Morgan Asset Management (JPMAM)* today announced the estimated annual reinvested capital gain distributions for the below listed JPMorgan ETFs (the “Funds”) for the 2025 tax year.

The distributions are for the annual non-cash capital gains distributions, which are typically reinvested in additional units of the respective funds at the year-end, and do not include ongoing monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, or annual cash distribution amounts. The additional units will be immediately consolidated with the previously outstanding units such that the number of outstanding units following the distribution will equal the number of units outstanding prior to the distribution.

We expect to announce the final annual reinvested distribution amounts, before the end of December 2025. The record date for the 2025 annual distributions will be December 31, 2025, payable on January 9, 2026. The actual taxable amounts of cash distributions for 2025, including the tax characteristics of the distributions, will be reported to brokers (through CDS Clearing and Depository Services Inc. or “CDS”) in early 2026.

Details regarding the estimated distribution amounts are as follows:

Fund NameFund Ticker Estimated Annual Reinvested
Capital
Gains
Distribution
Per Unit ($)JPMorgan Global Select Equity Active ETFJGLO$0.00000JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income Active ETFJEPQ$0.00000JPMorgan US Bond Active ETFJBND$0.00000JPMorgan US Core Active ETFJCOR$0.27368JPMorgan US Equity Premium Income Active ETFJEPI$0.00000JPMorgan US Growth Active ETFJGRO$0.00000JPMorgan US Ultra-Short Income Active ETFJPST$0.00000JPMorgan US Value Active ETFJAVA$1.00356
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J.P. Morgan Asset Management, with assets under management of USD4 trillion (as of 9/30/2025), is a global leader in investment management. J.P. Morgan Asset Management's clients include institutions, retail investors and high net worth individuals in every major market throughout the world. J.P. Morgan Asset Management offers global investment management in equities, fixed income, real estate, hedge funds, private equity and liquidity. For more information: www.jpmorganassetmanagement.com.

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MIDLAND, Pa., Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mawson Infrastructure Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MIGI) (“Mawson” or the “Company”), a U.S. based technology company that designs, builds, and operates next-generation digital infrastructure platforms providing services to the artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing (HPC), and digital assets (including Bitcoin mining), and other intensive compute applications market sectors, announced that the Company has received notice of compliance with Nasdaq’s requirements for continued listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market.

Following the compliance plan submitted to the Nasdaq Hearing Panel, the Company has received confirmation from Nasdaq that it has regained compliance with the continued listing requirements set forth in Nasdaq Listing Rules 5550(b) (the “MVLS Rule”) and 5550(a)(2) (the “Bid Price Rule”), and will continue being listed on The Nasdaq Capital Market.

About Mawson

Mawson is a U.S.-based technology company that designs, builds, and operates next-generation digital infrastructure platforms. The company provides services spanning AI, HPC, digital assets (including Bitcoin mining), and other intensive compute applications. Mawson delivers both self-mining operations and colocation/hosting for enterprise customers, with a vertically integrated infrastructure model built for scalability and efficiency.

A core part of Mawson’s strategy is powering its operations with carbon-free energy resources—including nuclear power—ensuring that its compute platforms support the rapid growth of the digital economy in an environmentally sustainable way. With 129 megawatts of capacity already online and more under development, Mawson is positioning itself as a competitive provider of carbon-aware digital infrastructure solutions.

Articles and recent news related to the Company are available at www.mawsoninc.com/articles.

For more information, visit: https://mawsoninc.com.

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These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including, without limitation, continued evolution and uncertainty related to technologies and digital infrastructure; our ability to continue as a going concern; our ability to cure any continued listing deficiencies and maintain the listing of our common stock on Nasdaq; the availability of our “at-the-market” program and our ability or inability to secure additional funds through equity financing transactions; access to reliable and reasonably priced electricity sources; operational, maintenance, repair, safety, and construction risks; the failure or breakdown of mining equipment, or internet connection failure; our reliance on key management personnel and employees; our ability to attract or retain the talent needed to sustain or grow the business; our ability to develop and execute on our business strategy and plans; counterparty risks related to our customers, agreements and/or contracts; the loss of a significant digital colocation customer; adverse actions by creditors, debt providers, or other parties; continued evolution and uncertainty related to growth in blockchain and Bitcoin and other digital assets’ usage; high volatility in Bitcoin and other digital assets’ prices and in value attributable to our business; our need to, and difficulty in, raising additional debt or equity capital and the availability of financing opportunities; failure to maintain required compliance to remain eligible for the most cost-effective forms of raising additional equity capital; the evolution of AI and HPC market and changing technologies; the slower than expected growth in demand for AI, HPC and other accelerated computing technologies; the ability to timely implement and execute on AI and HPC digital infrastructure contracts or deployment; the ability to timely complete the digital infrastructure build-out in order to achieve its revenue expectations for the periods mentioned; downturns in the digital assets industry; counterparty risks and risks of delayed or delinquent payments from customers and others; inflation, economic or political environment; cyber-security threats; our ability to obtain proper insurance; banks and other financial institutions ceasing to provide services to our industry; changes to the Bitcoin and/or other networks’ protocols and software; the decrease in the incentive or increased network difficulty to mine Bitcoin; the increase of transaction fees related to digital assets; the fraud or security failures of large digital asset exchanges; the regulation and taxation of digital assets like Bitcoin; our ability to timely and effectively implement controls and procedures required by Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002; how our common stock shares may and/or will be impacted by the dismissal of the involuntary petition filed against us in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware; material litigation, investigations, or enforcement actions, including by regulators and governmental authorities; and other risks described in Mawson’s filings with the SEC. Mawson undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release, except as required by law.

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Key Takeaways NICE shares fell 37.2% in a year, underperforming sector peers due to macro challenges and competition.AI-driven cloud revenue rose 13% to $563M, with CXone and Cognigy fueling strong bookings and ARR growth.NICE guides for 2025 cloud revenue growth of 12-13% and EPS of $12.18-$12.32, up 10% y/y.
NICE (NICE - Free Report) shares have dropped 37.2% in a year, underperforming the Zacks Internet Software industry’s return of 6.1% and the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s appreciation of 21.5%. The share price movement has been suffering from a challenging macroeconomic environment and tough competition. The Cognigy acquisition is now expected to hurt operating margin, which NICE expects to contract slightly in 2025. So, how should investors approach the stock in 2026?

NICE’s AI-First Strategy to Boost 2026 ProspectNICE’s AI capabilities were included in every new CX deal in the third quarter of 2025. Cloud backlog increased 15% year over year, while AI and self-service offerings are driving cloud revenues, which grew 13% year over year to $563 million. Cloud's annual recurring revenues accelerated 49% year over year, driven by strong demand for its solutions as well as contributions from NICE Cognigy. Next-generation CX AI now represents 12% of NICE’s overall cloud revenues.

Strong demand for NICE’s AI capabilities drove strong bookings for Autopilot and Copilot, deals of which more than tripled in the third quarter of 2025. The company’s CX AI platform, CXone, is blending human and AI agents effectively to deliver automated workflows to customers. NICE’s prospects are expected to benefit from strong demand for Cognigy conversational and agentic AI solutions. The combination of CXone and NICE Cognigy bodes well for the company’s 2026 prospects.

The addition of Cognigy boosts NICE’s rapidly growing CX AI. Cloud NRR for the trailing 12 months was 109%, reflecting continued strength in customer loyalty and expansion activity. This, along with strong international revenue growth expectations, bodes well for NICE’s prospects. Cognigy's strong presence and brand recognition in EMEA, coupled with its growing presence. In the Americas, it bodes well for NICE’s international business.

NICE Updates 2025 GuidanceNICE expects fiscal 2025 non-GAAP revenues between $2.932 billion and $2.946 billion, indicating 7% year-over-year growth at the midpoint. The company now expects year-over-year cloud revenue growth to be in the 12% to 13% range. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 revenues is currently pegged at $2.94 million, suggesting 7.4% growth year over year.

Adjusted earnings for 2025 are expected to be between $12.18 per share and $12.32 per share, indicating 10% year over growth at the midpoint. The Zacks Consensus Estimate is currently pegged at $12.28 per share, indicating 10.4% growth year over year. The figure was unchanged over the past 30 days.

Zacks Rank & Stocks to ConsiderNICE currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

Some top-ranked stocks in the broader sector are Advanced Energy Industries (AEIS - Free Report) , Digital Turbine (APPS - Free Report) and Kimball Electronics (KE - Free Report) , each of which currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

Long-term earnings growth rates for Advanced Energy Industries, Digital Turbine and Kimball Electronics are currently pegged at 33.4%, 42.4% and 20%, respectively. Shares of Advanced Energy Industries, Digital Turbine and Kimball Electronics have appreciated 90.4%, 181.3% and 52.5%, respectively, over the past year.