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Traders on Polymarket, the cryptocurrency-based prediction market, are betting that Anthropic's suspended Claude Fable 5 model will stay offline for US customers well into the summer.

The standout figure is not the headline number but how far traders have pushed their expectations out.

The market gives just a 6% chance that access is restored today, and even by 1 July, almost three weeks after the ban, the implied probability sits at only 59%.

That leaves a 41% chance the model remains unavailable into July, hardly the picture of a quick resolution.

The near-term contracts have collapsed in recent trading.

The odds of restoration by 19 June fell 23%, while bets on 26 June dropped 31%, with money instead flowing into later dates.

Only the 1 July contract rose, up 13%, confirming that traders see the standoff dragging on rather than ending imminently.

The market has turned over $541,776 in volume.

The bets follow an abrupt intervention by Washington.

On 12 June, the US government issued an export control directive ordering Anthropic to suspend access to Fable 5 and its more powerful sibling, Mythos 5, for all foreign nationals, citing national security.

To comply, Anthropic disabled both models for every customer worldwide, though its other models, including Opus 4.8, were unaffected.

The government's concern centres on a claimed method of bypassing, or jailbreaking, Fable 5's safety controls to surface software vulnerabilities.

Anthropic has complied with the order but publicly disagreed, arguing the technique is narrow, already known, and present in rival models.

The company says it is working to restore access as quickly as possible, but has set no timeline.

That uncertainty is precisely what the prediction market is pricing.

With no firm return date and a legal dispute that could run for weeks, traders appear unwilling to bet on a swift climbdown by either side.

The episode has also landed at an awkward moment, coming shortly after Anthropic confidentially filed for a stock market listing.

Regulatory risk has now become part of the company's flotation story, sharpening the stakes around how and when the dispute is resolved.

Key Takeaways ALK broke ground on a $135M Portland hangar to support Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines fleets. ALK's new facility can service up to three narrowbody or two widebody aircraft at once. Alaska Airlines expects the project to add 100 skilled jobs and support sustainability goals. Alaska Air Group (ALK - Free Report) is strengthening its maintenance infrastructure and operational capabilities through the construction of a new maintenance hangar at Portland International Airport. The company is investing more than $135 million in the facility, which will add approximately 125,000 square feet of indoor aircraft maintenance space and 60,000 square feet dedicated to offices, workshops and support functions. The project is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2028 and will support both Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines fleets.

The new hangar should enhance ALK's operational efficiency by enabling maintenance crews to service up to three narrowbody aircraft or two widebody aircraft simultaneously. This added capacity is expected to accelerate aircraft turnaround times, improve fleet availability and reduce pressure on existing maintenance facilities in Seattle and other hubs. The ability to accommodate widebody aircraft, including Boeing 787-9s, also provides greater flexibility as the company integrates Hawaiian Airlines and optimizes its combined network.

The investment underscores Alaska's long-term commitment to Portland, one of its most important West Coast hubs. The airline currently operates more than 130 daily departures from the city and expects to offer 50% more seats in Portland this fall than two years ago. Recent investments, including an expanded airport lobby presence and a new Alaska Lounge, reflect the carrier's efforts to strengthen its competitive position and meet growing passenger demand in the Pacific Northwest.

Beyond operational benefits, the project is expected to generate more than 100 highly skilled jobs for maintenance technicians, engineers and service professionals, contributing to local economic growth. The planned LEED-certified facility, featuring EV charging stations, water-conservation measures and sustainable building materials, also aligns with the company's sustainability objectives. Overall, the project should strengthen ALK's maintenance network, support future growth opportunities and improve the resilience of its expanding airline operations.

ALK’s Share Price PerformanceALK’s shares have gained 29.7% in the past three months compared with the Transportation - Airline industry’s 18.2% growth.

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ALK’s Zacks RankALK currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

Stocks to ConsiderInvestors interested in the Zacks Transportation sector may consider Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD - Free Report) and Teekay Tankers Ltd (TNK - Free Report) . 

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

Expeditors has an expected earnings growth rate of 11.9% for 2026.  The company has an encouraging earnings surprise history. Its earnings outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average beat of 13.96%.

Teekay Tankers Ltd currently sports a Zacks Rank #1.

TNK has an expected earnings growth rate of 98% for the current year. The company has an encouraging earnings surprise history. Its earnings topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average beat of 10.2%.

Key Takeaways CMS and Evergy operate in regulated electric utilities, supported by rising power demand and investment.Evergy has higher projected EPS growth, lower leverage, a higher dividend yield and stronger recent gains. CMS Energy posts a stronger ROE and plans $24B in investments to upgrade infrastructure and cleaner energy. Companies operating in the Zacks Utility - Electric Power industry are engaged in the production and supply of electricity to millions of consumers across the United States. These utilities benefit from regulated frameworks that ensure cost recovery through rate hikes, while increasing customer demand drives earnings growth. These utilities increase shareholder value through steady dividends and planned buybacks, making them attractive investment options.

Electricity demand in the United States is rising, driven by data center growth, industrial reshoring, transportation electrification and higher residential usage. Companies operating in this industry are focusing on renewable energy projects, grid modernization and strengthening distribution networks to maintain service reliability.

Amid the growing importance of electricity generation and distribution companies, let us compare CMS Energy Corporation (CMS - Free Report) and Evergy (EVRG - Free Report) . These two electric utilities, supported by their regulated structure, benefit from a rise in demand for service, data center growth, strong investment in infrastructure development and renewable expansion.

CMS Energy benefits from its regulated utility business, which generates stable cash flows and consistent earnings. The company’s significant capital investment plan focuses on upgrading and expanding electric and natural gas infrastructure, improving grid reliability, resilience and service quality. These investments are expected to drive rate base growth and support long-term earnings expansion. Combined with a favorable regulatory environment and rising energy demand, CMS Energy remains well-positioned to create sustainable value for shareholders.

Evergy presents a compelling investment case supported by its regulated utility business, which generates consistent earnings and dependable cash flows. The company is investing heavily in transmission and distribution infrastructure upgrades to improve grid resilience, reliability and operational efficiency. Growing power demand from data centers and other digital infrastructure projects within its service areas provides an additional growth catalyst. These strategic capital investments are expected to expand Evergy’s rate base, drive long-term 
earnings growth and create sustainable value for shareholders.

CMS Energy and Evergy are among the leading utilities. Comparing their fundamentals can reveal which stock presents the most attractive investment opportunity.

CMS & EVRG’s Earnings Growth ProjectionsThe Zacks Consensus Estimate for EVRG’s earnings per share is pegged at $4.25 in 2026 and $4.55 in 2027, suggesting year-over-year growth of 10.97% and 7.01%, respectively.  EVRG’s long-term (three to five years) earnings growth is currently pinned at 9.07%.
 

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CMS’ earnings per share is pegged at $3.87 in 2026 and $4.16 in 2027, suggesting year-over-year growth of 7.20% and 7.59%, respectively.  CMS’ long-term earnings growth is currently pinned at 7.14%.

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Debt to CapitalThe Zacks Utilities sector is highly capital-intensive, and companies often depend on debt financing to support operations, maintain reliability and meet growing demand. These utilities supplement internally generated cash flows with capital market borrowings to fund long-term investments and drive sustainable growth.

Evergy’s debt-to-capital ratio stands at 56.97%, below CMS Energy’s 65.18% and the industry average of 59.94%. Both companies rely on debt financing, with CMS carrying higher leverage than EVRG and the industry average, indicating greater dependence on borrowed capital.

Return on EquityReturn on Equity (“ROE”) evaluates management efficiency in utilizing shareholders’ funds to generate returns. A higher ROE reflects a company’s effective utilization of shareholder funds to create value and drive profit growth.

CMS Energy's current ROE is 12.17%, outperforming Evergy's 9.10% and the industry's 11.09%.CMS utilizes shareholders’ capital more efficiently and generates higher profits.

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CMS & EVRG’s Dividend YieldDividends are regular payments distributed by a utility company to reward its shareholders for their investment. Consistent dividend payouts reflect stable cash flows and management’s commitment to delivering reliable returns, making utilities attractive to income-focused and long-term investors.

Currently, Evergy’s dividend yield is 3.36%, while CMS Energy’s dividend yield is 3.11%. The dividend yields of both companies are higher than the S&P 500’s yield of 1.44%.

Capital Investment PlansUtilities’ operations are capital-intensive, requiring huge capital investment for infrastructure development and replacement. These investments improve service quality, support renewable energy storage expansion, replacement of outdated equipment and grid modernization.

CMS Energy aims to invest $24 billion during 2026-2030 to upgrade infrastructure, support cleaner energy generation and drive 6-8% earnings growth. Evergy plans to invest $21.6 billion during 2026-2030, including more than $3 billion for new generation capacity to meet rising customer demand, supporting 11.5% rate base growth and 6-8% earnings growth.

Price PerformanceEvergy’s shares have gained 14.3% over the past six months compared with CMS Energy's rally of 6%.

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Summing UpCMS Energy and Evergy both gain from rising demand for the service, data center growth, renewable expansion and heavy investment in infrastructure to reliably serve millions of customers across the United States.

EVRG, supported by stable earnings per share growth, lower debt levels, an attractive dividend yield and better stock performance, appears to be a more attractive choice in the utility sector.

Based on the above discussion, Evergy currently has an edge over CMS Energy, though both carry a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

I initiate coverage of Comfort Systems USA with a strong buy rating and a $2,415 price target, implying 26% upside. My growth drivers are data center and technology infrastructure, advanced manufacturing demand, modular and prefabrication capacity, service and retrofit work and electrical capability. I estimate these drivers can contribute about $629.75 million of incremental EBITDA taking the company toward forward EBITDA estimate of $2.73 billion over the next 12 to 18 months.

Comfort Systems (FIX - Free Report) closed the most recent trading day at $1,967.41, moving +1.84% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.09%. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.14%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.91%.

Coming into today, shares of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning company had gained 5.24% in the past month. In that same time, the Construction sector gained 3.92%, while the S&P 500 gained 0.29%.

Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Comfort Systems in its upcoming release. On that day, Comfort Systems is projected to report earnings of $10.38 per share, which would represent year-over-year growth of 58.96%. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $2.94 billion, reflecting a 35.42% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.

In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $43.08 per share and a revenue of $11.88 billion, indicating changes of +49.17% and +30.51%, respectively, from the former year.

Additionally, investors should keep an eye on any recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Comfort Systems. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.

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

The Zacks Rank system, running from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), holds an admirable track record of superior performance, independently audited, with #1 stocks contributing an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 0.5% increase. Comfort Systems is currently a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

Digging into valuation, Comfort Systems currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 44.84. This signifies a premium in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 23.31 for its industry.

The Building Products - Air Conditioner and Heating industry is part of the Construction sector. This group has a Zacks Industry Rank of 43, putting it in the top 18% of all 250+ industries.

The strength of our individual industry groups is measured by the Zacks Industry Rank, which is calculated based on the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within these groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

Make sure to utilize Zacks.com to follow all of these stock-moving metrics, and more, in the coming trading sessions.

I don't love valuation models because they rely on assumptions, and assumptions can be dangerous. But we still need to pay attention. I sold my position in BIPC not because I don't like the stock or that I'm spooked by recent movement, but rather in the optic of portfolio simplification. Since I started this portfolio in September 2017, I have received a total of $36,444.54 CAD in dividends.

RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular monthly cash distribution of $0.08 per common share. The distribution is payable on July 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 30, 2026.

Based on the Company’s common stock closing price of $16.25 on June 17, 2026, the annualized distribution of $0.96 per common share represents an annual yield of approximately 5.9%.

About Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (“REIT”) that owns one of the largest and most diverse portfolios of upscale, rooms-focused hotels in the United States. Apple Hospitality’s portfolio consists of 216 hotels with approximately 29,500 guest rooms located in 83 markets throughout 37 states and the District of Columbia. Concentrated with industry-leading brands, the Company’s hotel portfolio consists of 114 Hilton-branded hotels, 96 Marriott-branded hotels, five Hyatt-branded hotels and one independent hotel. For more information, please visit www.applehospitalityreit.com.

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Such factors include, but are not limited to, the ability of the Company to effectively acquire and dispose of properties and redeploy proceeds; the anticipated timing and frequency of shareholder distributions; the ability of the Company to fund capital obligations; the ability of the Company to successfully integrate pending transactions and implement its operating strategy; changes in general political, economic and competitive conditions and specific market conditions (including the potential effects of tariffs, inflation or a recessionary environment); reduced business and leisure travel due to geopolitical uncertainty, including terrorism and acts of war; travel-related health concerns, including widespread outbreaks of infectious or contagious diseases in the U.S.; inclement weather conditions, including natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes and wildfires; government shutdowns, airline strikes or equipment failures or other disruptions; adverse changes in the real estate and real estate capital markets; financing risks; changes in interest rates; litigation risks; regulatory proceedings or inquiries; and changes in laws or regulations or interpretations of current laws and regulations that impact the Company’s business, assets or classification as a REIT. Although the Company believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any of the assumptions could be inaccurate, and therefore there can be no assurance that such statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by the Company or any other person that the results or conditions described in such statements or the objectives and plans of the Company will be achieved. In addition, the Company’s qualification as a REIT involves the application of highly technical and complex provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Readers should carefully review the risk factors described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those discussed in the section titled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. Any forward-looking statement that the Company makes speaks only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements or cautionary factors, as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

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Eric Richard Remer, Chief Executive Officer and founder of EverCommerce (EVCM +2.40%), executed open-market sales totaling 19,200 shares of common stock across three transactions between May 26, 2026 and May 28, 2026, as disclosed in the SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summaryMetricValueShares sold (direct)19,200Transaction value~$204,000Post-transaction shares (direct)2,822,626Post-transaction value (direct ownership)~$31.3 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average reported price ($10.60). Post-transaction value based on May 28 closing price.

Key questionsWhat portion of the CEO's direct stake was impacted by this sale?
The 19,200 shares sold reduced Remer’s direct holdings to 2,822,626 shares after the transaction.Were any indirect holdings or options affected?
No; all shares in this transaction were disposed directly, with indirect holdings (6,212,662 shares via multiple family trusts and LLCs) remaining unchanged, and no options exercised or involved.How does the transaction size compare to the CEO's historical selling pattern?
This sale aligns with Remer’s historical average for open-market dispositions (mean of approximately 19,340 shares per trade), and the steady pace reflects reduced available share capacity as cumulative holdings have declined more than 70% over the past twelve months.What is the context for valuation and current market price?
The shares were sold at a weighted average price of $10.60, with EverCommerce closing at $11.09 on May 28, 2026 and a closing price of $8.74 as of June 17, 2026.Company overviewMetricValueRevenue (TTM)$594.1 millionNet income (TTM)$32.5 millionEmployees2,000Company snapshotEverCommerce offers integrated SaaS solutions for business management, billing and payments, customer engagement, and marketing technology, serving home services, health, and wellness sectors.The company targets small and medium-sized service businesses, including home improvement contractors, healthcare providers, and fitness professionals.EverCommerce operates at scale with a diversified SaaS platform tailored to service-based businesses across multiple verticals. Its strategy leverages vertical integration and specialized product suites to address the unique workflow and payment needs of its customers. This approach provides a competitive advantage through deep industry focus and recurring revenue streams.

What this transaction means for investorsThe May sales of EverCommerce stock by CEO and founder Eric Richard Remer came at a time when the stock had made modest gains over the past year. Since then, the share price has dropped below what Remer sold for.

That said, his disposition was not a red flag for investors. It was a non-discretionary transaction executed as part of a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted back in June of 2025. Such plans are often implemented by insiders to avoid accusations of trading based on insider information.

Moreover, while Remer has performed regular stock sales as part of his Rule 10b5-1, he still retains millions of shares both directly and through indirect entities such as family trusts. This demonstrates the CEO maintains a substantial equity stake in his business.

EverCommerce stock is down because the company forecasted second-quarter revenue in the range of $150.5 million to $153.5 million, up from $148 million in 2025. The small increase did not impress Wall Street investors, leading to a share price drop.

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

HANOVER, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blue Planet, a division of Ciena (NYSE: CIEN), is closing the governance gap in network operations by unveiling Blue Planet Configuration and Change Management (CCM), unifying device configuration, change, and lifecycle management across multi-vendor networks. Backed by Blue Planet’s deep Operations Support System (OSS) expertise, CCM replaces fragmented tools and manual processes with AI-driven workflows to reduce risk, prevent outages, and strengthen the foundation for autonomous networking.

As networks grow more complex, configuration errors and unmanaged changes remain a leading cause of outages. Service providers must manage simultaneous manual and AI-driven automated changes across multi-vendor environments, often with limited visibility and fragmented control. CCM provides a real-time view of network state and activity, enabling service providers to safely scale automation and AI-driven operations. With embedded governance, it closes the automation loop by validating and tracking every change, reducing operational risk and strengthening network reliability.

"All network change carries an element of risk, not only in designing the right change to make, but also in executing the change and ultimately validating it correctly," said Robert Curran, Consulting Analyst, Appledore Research. "Increasing autonomy in network operations depends on progressively building trust in the agents and systems empowered to change the network. Auditability and explainability are essential elements in the autonomous networks vision."

“The industry is moving toward AI-driven autonomous networks, but autonomy requires governance, control, and traceability of network changes,” said Joe Cumello, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Blue Planet. “Designed with input from customers, Blue Planet Configuration and Change Management provides a unified governance layer for network changes. It helps service providers realize the operational benefits of AI-driven automation with trust and confidence.”

Key capabilities of CCM include:

Centralized configuration and change visibility and governance across multi-vendor networks Automated configuration drift detection and policy-driven compliance validation Software image and device lifecycle management, with automated workflows, from upgrades to end-of-life AI-enabled risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and pre-change impact analysis CCM embeds governance directly into network operations, with pre-built AI agents for drift detection, compliance validation, and change risk assessment to reduce manual review cycles and improve operational efficiency. Integrated across the Blue Planet portfolio, CCM connects inventory, orchestration, and assurance to ensure every change is informed, executed, and monitored in context. The result is a more controlled approach to network change, helping operators improve outcomes today while accelerating the shift to autonomous operations.

For more information about CCM, see the following blog post.

About Blue Planet

Blue Planet empowers communications service providers (CSPs) to be more software-driven, digital businesses with the industry’s first truly cloud-native operations support systems (OSS) platform. The Blue Planet intelligent automation portfolio helps CSPs automate network and service operations to speed the introduction of new services across any network domain or vendor. A division of Ciena and a key provider for many of the world’s leading CSPs, Blue Planet brings unparalleled expertise in accelerating digital transformation. For updates on Blue Planet, visit http://www.blueplanet.com/.

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Key Takeaways TGT declared a $1.16 dividend payable Sept. 1 and has raised its dividend six times in five years.NFG declared a $0.56 dividend payable Aug. 15, with six dividend increases over five years.CAT declared a $1.63 dividend payable Sept. 19 and has raised its dividend six times in five years. Stocks have been rallying over the past two days as oil prices eased after the United States announced over the weekend that a peace deal had been reached with Iran, marking the end of the war.

A surge in oil prices since the beginning of the war earlier this year has seen inflation climb substantially over the past three months. This has made the Federal Reserve consider hiking interest rates in the near term. Although the war has ended, the recovery path won’t be that easy.

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

Such stocks provide steady earnings through regular dividend payouts and can help mitigate the effects of market volatility. Three such stocks are: Target Corporation (TGT - Free Report) , National Fuel Gas Company (NFG - Free Report) and Caterpillar Inc. (CAT - Free Report) .

Volatility in Wall Street ContinuesThe Dow gained 328.64 points on Tuesday to close at 51,999.67 points. The blue-chip index earlier reached an all-time intra-day high of 52,190.29 points. The jump came as oil prices eased following the announcement by the United States on Sunday that a peace deal had been reached with Iran.

The peace deal marks the end of the months-long war that will see the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which will allow smooth passage to ships. This is likely to bring energy prices further down.

However, the picture isn’t that rosy, as the path to recovery won’t be that easy. Higher oil prices have led to a surge in prices of goods and services since the beginning of the war, pushing inflation higher.

Consumer Price Index (CPI) jumped 0.5% in May from the previous month after increasing 0.6% in April, the Commerce Department reported. On a year-over-year basis, CPI rose 4.2%, its biggest gain since April 2023.

The unexpected surge in inflation has made the Federal Reserve’s job even more challenging. Concerns have grown about the economy’s health as inflation remains far from the Fed’s 2% target. The central bank is now contemplating hiking interest rates in its bid to combat inflation.

3Stocks That Recently Announced Dividend HikesTarget CorporationTarget Corporation has evolved from being a pure brick & mortar retailer to an omni-channel entity. TGT has been investing in technologies, improving websites and mobile apps, and modernizing the supply chain to keep pace with the changing retail landscape and better compete with pure e-commerce players. Target has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

On June 11, Target Corporation announced that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $1.16 a share on Sept. 1. TGT has a dividend yield of 3.42%. Over the past five years, Target Corporation has increased its dividend six times, and its payout ratio presently sits at 57% of earnings. Check Target Corporation’s dividend history here.

National Fuel Gas Company National Fuel Gas Company is an integrated energy company with natural gas assets in the Appalachian Basin and oil-producing assets in California. NFG has a Zacks Rank #3.

On June 11, National Fuel Gas Companydeclared that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $0.56 a share on Aug. 15. NFG has a dividend yield of 2.79%. Over the past five years, National Fuel Gas Companyhas increased its dividend six times, and its payout ratio presently sits at 28% of earnings. Check National Fuel Gas Company’s dividend history here.

CaterpillarCaterpillar Inc. is the largest global construction and mining equipment manufacturer. Given that it serves a gamut of sectors — infrastructure, construction, mining, oil & gas and transportation, CAT is considered a bellwether of the global economy. Caterpillar has more than 4 million products with an extensive dealer network of 165 dealers spanning 191 countries. Caterpillar has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

On June 10, Caterpillar announced that its shareholders would receive a dividend of $1.63 a share on Sept. 19. CAT has a dividend yield of 0.65%. Over the past five years, Caterpillar has increased its dividend six times, and its payout ratio presently sits at 30% of earnings. Check Caterpillar’s dividend history here.

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ROCKLAND, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Independent Bank Corp. (Nasdaq Global Select Market: INDB), parent of Rockland Trust Company, today announced a $0.64 per share dividend. The dividend will be payable on July 9, 2026, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on June 29, 2026.

ABOUT INDEPENDENT BANK CORP.

Independent Bank Corp. (NASDAQ Global Select Market: INDB) is the holding company for Rockland Trust Company, a full-service commercial bank headquartered in Massachusetts. With retail branches in Eastern Massachusetts, Worcester County, and Southern New Hampshire as well as commercial banking and investment management offices in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, Rockland Trust offers a wide range of banking, investment, and insurance services to individuals, families, and businesses. Rockland Trust also offers a full suite of mobile, online, and telephone banking services. Rockland Trust is an FDIC member and an Equal Housing Lender.

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Most Young Adults Living With Parents Are Employed: Data Points to Housing Affordability, Not Jobs

, /PRNewswire/ -- A record 25.2 million adults under 35 lived with their parents in 2025, surpassing even the pandemic peak, as housing costs continue to price young adults out of independent living, according to a new Realtor.com® report released today. One in 3 adults under 35 now shares a roof with a parent, a rate that has held near its 2020 record high with little sign of easing.

The numbers reflect the accumulated weight of more than a decade of housing underproduction, which has kept persistent upward pressure on housing costs. Had early-2000s co-residence patterns held, 4.86 million fewer young adults would be living with their parents today. Instead, a national median home listing price of $430,000 — 34.4% above 2019 levels — and a median asking rent of $1,673 — 17.9% above 2019 levels — have made independent living financially out of reach for millions. The United States currently faces a deficit of approximately 4 million homes, a gap that has widened since the construction slowdown following the 2008 financial crisis.

"The adults living with their parents today are largely employed, and many hold college degrees. What's holding them back isn't a lack of qualifications, but rather, at least in part, a lack of housing they can actually afford," said Hannah Jones, Senior Economist at Realtor.com®. "This is a supply story, not an employment story."

A Record High That Keeps Climbing
The 33.0% co-residence rate among adults under 35 in 2025 sits just below the 2020 all-time high of 33.6%, and the absolute count of 25.2 million has now surpassed it. The share has held at or near its pandemic peak since 2022. The pattern across the last two decades follows the same arc: crisis, spike, partial retreat, and a new, higher floor.

The first major increase came during the Great Recession, when co-residence rates rose sharply and did not recover when the economy did. The second came with COVID, as the overall share jumped to 33.6% in 2020. A brief retreat in 2022 reflected a narrow cohort that caught historically low mortgage rates before the window closed. Everyone behind them faced elevated rates, limited inventory, and elevated rents, and by 2025 the count had climbed to a new record.

Excess Co-Residence: Actual vs. Expected, 2000–2025

Year

Actual 18-34 Year-
Olds at Home

If early-2000s rates
held

Excess

2000

17.8M

17.7M

+0.1M

2007

19.2M

18.7M

+0.5M

2010

20.8M

19.4M

+1.5M

2015

23.0M

19.6M

+3.4M

2019

23.5M

19.4M

+4.0M

2021

24.3M

19.5M

+4.9M

2025

25.2M

20.3M

+4.86M

Who Is Living at Home
The adults living with their parents in 2025 do not fit the stereotype. Among those aged 25 to 34, approximately 70% are employed. In 2000, roughly 1 in 9 adults in their late 20s were both employed and living at home; by 2025, that ratio had grown to nearly 1 in 7, even as employment rates within the group held steady. The divergence points directly at housing costs, not labor market conditions.

Roughly 9 in 10 adults aged 25 to 34 living with parents have never been married, up from 79% in 2000, and about 1 in 3 aged 25 to 29 holds a four-year degree, up from fewer than 1 in 4 at the start of the century. The growth in co-residence is a story of delayed household formation.

Adults Living With Parents, by Age Group, 2025

Age Group

Total at Home 
(Millions)

Employed 
(%)

Never-
Married (%)

BA or Higher
(%)

Male (%)

18–24

17.67M

51.9 %

98.1 %

9.6 %

51.5 %

25–29

4.53M

71.1 %

93.6 %

31.5 %

57.4 %

30–34

3.00M

68.4 %

88.8 %

26.8 %

60.6 %

Men make up the majority of at-home adults at every age, though the gap is narrowing at younger ages. Among 18 to 24-year-olds the split is now nearly even at 51.5% male, compared to 55/45 in 2000.

The Generational Divide Within the Data
The data splits differently depending on cohort. Among adults aged 25 to 29, co-residence has seen a modest retreat from recent highs, driven by adults now 28 to 29 who were in their early 20s during the 2020 to 2021 low-rate window and found footing before conditions tightened. The 25 to 26-year-olds behind them hit peak renting age just as rates and prices surged in 2022 to 2023, and show no such improvement.

The 30 to 34 group tells the other half of the same story. At 12.7% co-residence in 2025, nearly double the 7.1% recorded in 2000, this group largely consists of adults who were 25 to 29 during the pandemic and never fully launched. The improvement at 25 to 29 and the rise at 30 to 34 are the same cohort at different stages of the same delayed exit.

What This Means for the Housing Market
"Twenty-five million adults living with their parents represents a generation of latent demand the market hasn't absorbed," said Jones. "Every adult still in a childhood bedroom is a household not formed, a lease unsigned, a starter home unpurchased. The typical first-time buyer is now 40 — that's not a coincidence, it's the math of a market that hasn't built enough."

The delay carries a real financial cost. As Realtor.com® research on generational wealth has shown, each year spent at home rather than building equity is a year of wealth accumulation deferred. Until affordability improves and entry-level supply expands, that latent demand will continue to build.

Methodology
Co-residence data in this report are drawn from the IPUMS Current Population Survey (CPS) Annual Social and Economic Supplement (ASEC), covering survey years 2000–2025. The CPS ASEC is conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau and represents the largest annual household survey in the United States. All population estimates use CPS person-level weights (ASECWT) to produce nationally representative figures. Adults are defined as individuals aged 18 and above. Co-residence is defined as living as "child of head" of household, based on the RELATE variable in the IPUMS extract. The 2014 survey year is excluded from all trend analyses due to a CPS sample expansion that year which creates a discontinuity in absolute population counts; percentage shares are unaffected but the year is omitted for consistency.

The counterfactual analysis in the Trends section applies the average co-residence rate at each single year of age (18–34) from 2000–2003 to the actual adult population in each subsequent year. The resulting figures represent how many adults would be living with parents had early-2000s co-residence patterns persisted, holding age structure and population growth constant.

Employment, marital status, educational attainment, and sex breakdowns are drawn from the same IPUMS CPS extract using EMPSTAT, MARST, EDUC, and SEX variables respectively.

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For over 30 years, Realtor.com® has connected buyers, sellers, and renters with trusted insights, professional guidance and powerful tools to help them find their perfect home. Recognized as the No. 1 real estate site REALTOR® agents recommend, Realtor.com® delivers consumer connections and a robust suite of marketing tools to support business growth. Realtor.com® is operated by News Corp [Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA] [ASX: NWS, NWSLV] subsidiary Move, Inc.

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Neogen® Committed to Helping Ranchers, Livestock Producers, and Horse Owners Fight Against New World Screwworm Neogen Corporation (NASDAQ: NEOG), an innovative leader in food and animal safety solutions, today announced the expanded availability of FIFRA* Section 2(ee) recommendations for the use of Prozap® Insectrin X Concentrate and Prozap® Screw Worm and Ear Tick Aerosol as part of New World Screwworm (NWS) response efforts. These recommendations provide ranchers, livestock producers, and horse owners with an additional option to support fly management efforts.

In Texas, the Texas Department of Agriculture has approved Section 2(ee) recommendations for these products. Neogen is also making Section 2(ee) recommendations available in Florida, providing producers in both states with additional tools to incorporate into broader fly management programs.

While NWS was largely eradicated from the United States decades ago, recent developments have increased industry attention on prevention, vigilance, and effective fly control programs.

Whether addressing emerging concerns such as NWS or routine pest pressures, prevention and prompt wound management remain important components of herd health programs. Neogen offers a broad range of insect control solutions to help producers manage insect challenges across a variety of livestock environments. Among them, Prozap® Screw Worm and Ear Tick Aerosol can help protect wounds from flies and maggots while controlling a variety of labeled pests, including ticks, gnats, and lice. Prozap® Insectrin X Concentrate can be incorporated into broader fly management programs to help manage fly populations in and around livestock facilities.

USDA officials have emphasized the importance of continued vigilance, monitoring, and information sharing as the situation evolves. Although NWS has received increased attention in recent weeks, livestock producers continue to manage a range of insect-related challenges, including horn flies, stable flies, face flies, ticks, and lice, that can affect animal health, welfare, and productivity.

“Producers face insect pressure every season, making prevention and routine monitoring essential parts of herd management,” said Kirk Ramsey, DVM, MS, Professional Services Veterinarian with Neogen. “Integrated fly control programs, prompt wound management, and regular observation of animals can help producers address ongoing insect challenges while remaining prepared for emerging concerns.”

Neogen encourages livestock producers to work closely with their veterinarians and animal health advisors to develop insect management programs tailored to their operations and regional needs. For more information about Neogen's livestock insect control solutions, visit: https://info.neogen.com/Prozap or contact your Neogen representative.

*FIFRA refers to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. These recommendations are made as permitted under FIFRA Section 2(ee). Users must be in possession of the applicable recommendation at the time of pesticide application and comply with all product label directions and applicable state requirements.

**Important Use Information

The FIFRA Section 2(ee) recommendations for Prozap® Insectrin X Concentrate and Prozap® Screw Worm and Ear Tick Aerosol permit certain uses that do not appear on the EPA-approved product label. This recommendation has not been submitted to or approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Users must have the 2(ee) recommendation in their possession at the time of application and must follow all applicable directions, restrictions, and precautions on the EPA-registered product label.

About Neogen

Neogen Corporation is committed to fueling a brighter future for global food security through the advancement of human and animal well-being. Harnessing the power of science and technology, Neogen has developed comprehensive solutions spanning the Food Safety, Livestock, and Pet Health & Wellness markets. A world leader in these fields, Neogen has a presence in over 140 countries with a dedicated network of scientists and technical experts focused on delivering optimized products and technology for its customers.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements related to the ability of Prozap® Screw Worm and Ear Tick Aerosol and Prozap® Insectrin X Concentrate to help ranchers, livestock producers, and horse owners fight against New World Screwworm; the ability of Prozap® Screw Worm and Ear Tick Aerosol to help protect wounds from flies and maggots while controlling a variety of labeled pests, including ticks, gnats and lice; and the ability of Prozap® Insectrin X Concentrate to be incorporated into broader control programs to help manage fly populations in and around livestock facilities.

These “forward-looking statements” are management’s present expectations of future events as of the date hereof and are subject to a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, conditions, and events to differ materially and adversely from those anticipated.

These risks include, but are not limited to risks relating to the integration of the 3M Food Safety business, risks related to potential tax benefits realized through the 3M transaction, risks related to tariffs and other trade measures, risks related to our international operations and expansion into new geographic markets, risks related to identified material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting, risks related to promoting internal growth and identifying and integrating acquisitions, risks related to failure of our systems infrastructure and security breaches of our information systems, risks related to disruption in our manufacturing and service operations, risks related to disruption of third-party package delivery services or pricing increases, risks related to dependence on key suppliers, risks related to the use of distributors for product sales, risks related to the development of new products and technologies, risks related to our ability to maintain a positive reputation, risks related to customer loss, risks related to increased raw material costs, risks related to anti-bribery, trade control, trade sanctions, and anti-corruption laws, risks related to changes in domestic and foreign laws and regulations, risks related to tax audits and changes in tax laws in different jurisdictions, risks related to deterioration in profitability, cash flow, and asset impairments, risks related to competition, risks related to agricultural marketplace, risks related to our substantial indebtedness, risks related to the outcomes of litigation and other legal proceedings, risks related to our ability to obtain and protect intellectual property, risks related to patent infringement challenges, risks related to governmental regulation, risks related to our ability to attract and retain key personnel, risks related to product or service liability claims, risks related to changing political conditions, risks related to climate change, risks related to our inability to meet stakeholder expectations around environmental, social, and governance objectives, risks related to tax legislation, and other factors discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” contained in Item 1A of the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on July 30, 2025, as well as any updates to those risk factors filed from time to time in the company’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q or Current Reports on Form 8-K. Neogen is not under any obligation, and it expressly disclaims any obligation, to update or alter any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise except as required by law.

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Nearly 2,600 employees to volunteer across six states, plus $13,400 in community grants and Stock the Box™ food drive to provide resources to local nonprofits addressing food insecurity

, /PRNewswire/ -- Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) ("Associated") will hold its fourth annual Day of Service June 23–25, mobilizing nearly 2,600 employees to volunteer with more than 200 nonprofit organizations across Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota and parts of Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska. For the first time, colleagues from Iowa and Nebraska will participate in the initiative, extending the bank's commitment to strengthening the communities it now calls home. These communities became part of Associated following its recently completed merger with American National Corporation ("American National"), including its bank subsidiary, American National Bank.

American National has deep roots in community engagement across Nebraska and Iowa. Day of Service carries that forward and gives employees from across the combined organization a chance to serve side by side. Each participating employee will receive dedicated volunteer time for their participation.

This year's programming centers on two areas of elevated community need: food security and youth services. Youth services is the top cause area that Associated colleagues choose when volunteering throughout the year. According to Feeding America1, nearly 14 million children across the country face food insecurity, a challenge that deepens in summer months when school meal programs are no longer available to fill the gap.

Volunteer activities across all six states will include repacking food at food banks and pantries, supporting youth summer programs and educational activities, community gardening and cleanup, and other projects shaped by each market's specific needs.

In addition, as part of the initiative, Associated is awarding $13,400 in community grants to 11 nonprofits. The grants support organizations working in food access, housing stability, youth development and community services.

"Day of Service has always been about more than a single day; it's a reflection of who we are as a company and how we show up for the communities we serve," said LaDonna Reed, senior vice president, director of Community Accountability and president of Associated Bank Foundation. "Welcoming our new colleagues in Iowa and Nebraska into this tradition for the first time is a proud moment. It's one of the most tangible ways we can demonstrate that being part of Associated means being invested in your community."

Ahead of the volunteer days, Associated Bank branches across all markets are hosting Stock the Box™, a public food drive running June 3–19. Community members are invited to drop off nonperishable, non-glass food items at local branches. All contributions go directly to area food pantries and nonprofit partners.

The Day of Service has grown steadily since its launch in 2023. Through 2025, the initiative has generated more than 20,500 volunteer hours with a community service value of more than $687,000. Last year, 59% of Associated colleagues, more than 2,400 employees, volunteered across 182 nonprofit organizations in 104 cities.

The Day of Service is one part of Associated's broader commitment to the communities it serves. The bank's $2 billion Community Commitment Plan provides loans and investments in support of community development, complemented by charitable contributions focused on programs that help families and neighborhoods grow and prosper.

ABOUT ASSOCIATED BANC-CORP
Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) has total assets of approximately $50 billion and is the largest bank holding company based in Wisconsin. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Associated is a leading Midwest banking franchise, offering a full range of financial products and services from over 200 banking locations throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri and Nebraska. The Company also operates loan production offices in Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, New York, Ohio and Texas. Associated Bank, N.A. is an Equal Housing Lender, Equal Opportunity Lender and Member FDIC. More information about Associated Banc-Corp is available at www.associatedbank.com

ABOUT STOCK THE BOX™
Stock the Box™ is a public food drive initiative led by Associated Bank that collects nonperishable food items for local nonprofit organizations at select bank branches or other locations. The drives typically take place during Associated's annual Day of Service.

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On June 17, 2026, Commercial Metals Co CMC shares fell 4.5%, closing at $73.22. The stock has experienced a 52-week range of $47.06 to $84.87, illustrating a volatile year with significant price swings. Despite today's decline, CMC has shown a robust annual gain of 51.4%.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $73.22 is 24.2% above the GF Value™ of $58.97, indicating overvaluation.GF Score™ of 84/100 suggests a strong overall performance in key financial metrics.Notable signal: The momentum rank is 8/10, indicating strong price performance trends. Is CMC Overvalued or Undervalued? With the current price of Commercial Metals Co CMC at $73.22 being significantly above the GF Value™ of $58.97, the stock is deemed to be overvalued by approximately 24.2%. This overvaluation presents a margin of safety concern for potential investors looking for value opportunities. The GF Valuation label categorizes CMC as "Modestly Overvalued," which suggests that while the company has demonstrated strong growth and profitability metrics, its current market price may not reflect its intrinsic value accurately.

Investors should be cautious, as an overvalued stock often carries risks such as price corrections, especially if market conditions change or if the company's growth does not meet expectations. GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates.

How Does CMC's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 16.3x 9.6x Forward P/E 10.8x N/A The current P/E (TTM) of 16.3x is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 9.6x, suggesting that CMC is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation. This analysis aligns with the GF Value™ verdict of being overvalued, indicating that the stock may be priced too high based on its earnings relative to historical performance.

What Does CMC's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 84 Financial Strength 6/10 Profitability 8/10 Growth 7/10 Valuation 5/10 Momentum 8/10 The GF Score™ of 84/100 indicates a strong performance across various metrics, particularly in profitability (8/10) and momentum (8/10). However, the valuation score of 5/10 suggests that while the company has solid fundamentals, its current market price may not be justified. The financial strength rating of 6/10 reflects moderate stability, which is an area for potential improvement.

What Are Insiders Doing with CMC Stock? In the last three months, there have been no insider transactions reported for Commercial Metals Co CMC . This lack of activity might suggest that insiders are not currently buying or selling shares, which can sometimes indicate a neutral outlook on the stock's future performance. Insider buying could typically signal confidence in the company's prospects, while selling might suggest concerns; however, in this case, the absence of activity leaves investors with limited insights into insider sentiment.

What This Means for Investors Based on the current analysis, Commercial Metals Co CMC is deemed overvalued with a GF Value™ of $58.97 compared to its current price of $73.22. Given the current valuation metrics and the lack of insider buying activity, potential investors may want to proceed with caution.

For the complete analysis, visit the Commercial Metals Co CMC stock page. You can also explore the GF Value™ page for detailed valuation methodology, or use the GuruFocus Stock Screener to find similar opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions What is CMC's GF Score™?

CMC's GF Score™ is 84/100, indicating a strong overall performance in key financial metrics and suggesting the potential for higher long-term returns.

Is CMC overvalued or undervalued?

CMC is considered overvalued, with a GF Value™ of $58.97 indicating a 24.2% downside from the current price of $73.22.

What is CMC's P/E ratio?

CMC's P/E (TTM) is 16.3x, which is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 9.6x, reflecting a premium valuation compared to its historical performance.

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Commercial Metals Company (NYSE:CMC) will release its third quarter earnings report before the opening bell on Thursday, June 25.

Analysts expect the Irving, Texas-based company to report quarterly earnings of $1.75 per share, up from 74 cents per share in the year-ago period. The consensus estimate for CMC's quarterly revenue is $2.41 billion. It reported $2.02 billion last year, according to Benzinga Pro.

On March 25, CMC announced an 11% increase in its quarterly dividend.

Commercial Metals shares fell 4.5% to close at $73.22 on Wednesday.

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The upcoming report from Commercial Metals (CMC - Free Report) is expected to reveal quarterly earnings of $1.63 per share, indicating an increase of 120.3% compared to the year-ago period. Analysts forecast revenues of $2.38 billion, representing an increase of 17.8% year over year.

Over the last 30 days, there has been an upward revision of 1.1% in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter, leading to its current level. This signifies the covering analysts' collective reconsideration of their initial forecasts over the course of this timeframe.

Prior to a company's earnings release, it is of utmost importance to factor in any revisions made to the earnings projections. These revisions serve as a critical gauge for predicting potential investor behaviors with respect to the stock. Empirical studies consistently reveal a strong link between trends in earnings estimate revisions and the short-term price performance of a stock.

While investors typically use consensus earnings and revenue estimates as a yardstick to evaluate the company's quarterly performance, scrutinizing analysts' projections for some of the company's key metrics can offer a more comprehensive perspective.

Given this perspective, it's time to examine the average forecasts of specific Commercial Metals metrics that are routinely monitored and predicted by Wall Street analysts.

Analysts forecast 'Net Sales-- Construction Solutions Group- Net sales from external customers' to reach $378.29 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +91.6%.

The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Net Sales- Construction Solutions Group- Ground stabilization products' of $61.24 million. The estimate suggests a change of -10.7% year over year.

The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Net sales from external customers- North America' will likely reach $1.71 billion. The estimate points to a change of +9.5% from the year-ago quarter.

According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Net sales from external customers- Europe' should come in at $267.11 million. The estimate points to a change of +7.9% from the year-ago quarter.

The average prediction of analysts places 'Net sales from external customers- Corporate and Other' at $11.52 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -8.9%.

Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Major product- North America- Other' should arrive at $63.16 million. The estimate points to a change of +8.5% from the year-ago quarter.

Analysts' assessment points toward 'North America - Average selling price (per ton) - Raw materials' reaching $981.80 . The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $809.00 .

Analysts predict that the 'Europe - Steel products metal margin per ton' will reach $313.48 . Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $293.00 in the same quarter of the previous year.

The consensus estimate for 'North America - Average selling price (per ton) - Downstream products' stands at $1242.79 . The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $1212.00 .

Analysts expect 'North America - Average selling price (per ton) - Cost of raw materials per ton' to come in at $738.14 . Compared to the present estimate, the company reported $617.00 in the same quarter last year.

It is projected by analysts that the 'North America - Average selling price (per ton) - Cost of ferrous scrap utilized per ton' will reach $353.51 . Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $360.00 in the same quarter of the previous year.

The consensus among analysts is that 'North America - Average selling price (per ton) - Steel products metal margin per ton' will reach $602.30 . The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $499.00 .

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Shares of Commercial Metals have demonstrated returns of +2.4% over the past month compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +1.4% change. With a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), CMC is expected to mirror the overall market performance in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .

Enpro (NPO) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Canton Strategic Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNTN) ("Canton Strategic Holdings" or the "Company"), the first publicly traded company to leverage Canton Coin (CC) to support the Canton Network's ability to digitize traditional financial markets, today announced it is expected to join the broad-market Russell 3000® Index and the small-cap Russell 2000® Index following the semi-annual reconstitution, effective after market close on June 26, 2026, according to a preliminary list of additions published by FTSE Russell.

"As the only company providing active equity exposure to the Canton Network ecosystem, we are proud to be considered for inclusion in the Russell 3000® and Russell 2000®, including their respective value and growth indices," said Mark Wendland, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Canton Strategic Holdings. "This distinction reflects the strength of our Canton-aligned strategy and our ability to deliver on behalf of a broader set of investors while supporting the Canton Network's modernization of financial rails."

The semi-annual reconstitution of the Russell indices evaluates companies by market cap as well as style. The current reconstitution was conducted with data as of April 30, 2026.

About Canton Strategic Holdings, Inc.

Canton Strategic Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNTN) is the first publicly traded company to leverage Canton Coin and support the Canton Network to advance institutional blockchain adoption and the digitization of financial markets. In addition to driving value through activities on the Canton Network, the Company also operates clinical-stage biotech research and development. For more information, visit www.cantonstrategic.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains statements that constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements are statements other than historical facts and include, without limitation, those regarding management expectations, strategy execution, market conditions, and the Company's involvement with the Canton Network. These statements are based on current expectations and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. Further information regarding factors that may affect the Company's prospects is included in its annual and quarterly reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, available at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements except as required by law.

Canton is a registered trademark of Digital Asset (Switzerland) GmbH. Digital Asset is not affiliated with, and has not sponsored or endorsed, the operations of Canton Strategic Holdings, Inc.

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Acushnet (GOLF) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.

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Stock to Watch: Verisk Analytics (VRSK - Free Report) Headquartered in Jersey City, N.J., Verisk Analytics is one of the leading data analytics providers serving customers in the insurance, energy, financial services and specialized markets. Using advanced technologies to collect and analyze data, Verisk draws on unique data assets and deep domain expertise to provide innovations that are integrated into customer workflows. The company offers predictive analytics and decision support solutions to customers in rating, underwriting, claims, catastrophe and weather risk, natural resources intelligence, economic forecasting and many other fields. The company operates in 30 countries.

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

Additionally, the company could be a top pick for growth investors. VRSK has a Growth Style Score of B, forecasting year-over-year earnings growth of 6.6% for the current fiscal year.

Three analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.01 to $7.63 per share. VRSK boasts an average earnings surprise of +6.3%.

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

AIT gains from MRO demand, acquisitions and shareholder returns, but rising costs and supply-chain issues remain key risks.

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PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM), a leading innovator in active outdoor apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment, today announced that Joe Vernachio will be the next President of SOREL. Founded in 1962, SOREL is a leader in functional and lifestyle footwear that can be worn anywhere from the tundra to the streets of New York City.

“We’re excited to welcome Joe Vernachio back to the Columbia Sportswear family,” said Tim Boyle, CEO and Chair of the Board. “Joe is a terrific leader who can build on the great work, talent and momentum in place at SOREL.”

Mr. Vernachio led the Mountain Hardwear brand for several years, until he left to become the COO and ultimately, the CEO of Allbirds. His background also includes time as Global Vice President for Product and Operations at The North Face, and key roles at Nike, Spyder, Roots, Calvin Klein and Patagonia.

“Joe is a consumer‑focused, collaborative leader with a deep passion for product and brand storytelling. His energy, expertise, and proven leadership will help fuel scalable growth and meaningful brand expansion for SOREL,” said Craig Zanon, EVP, Europe Direct, Asia Direct and Emerging Brands.

Mr. Vernachio will begin on June 22, 2026.

About Columbia Sportswear Company:

Columbia Sportswear Company has assembled a portfolio of brands for active lives, making it a leader in the global active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment industry. Founded in 1938 in Portland, Oregon, the company's brands are today sold in approximately 90 countries. In addition to the Columbia® brand, Columbia Sportswear Company also owns the Mountain Hardwear®, SOREL®, and prAna® brands. To learn more, please visit the company's websites at www.columbia.com, www.mountainhardwear.com, www.SOREL.com, and www.prana.com.

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Valero Energy (VLO - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $236.30, demonstrating a -1.45% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.09%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a rise of 0.14%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 1.91%.

Heading into today, shares of the oil refiner had lost 5.52% over the past month, outpacing the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 7.57% and lagging the S&P 500's gain of 0.29%.

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