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NEW YORK, June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces it has filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of Class A or Class C common stock of Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG) (NASDAQ: Z) between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 10, 2026 in the securities class action first filed by the Firm.

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - June 12, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - June 12, 2026) - Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: Z) and certain of its officers. This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Zillow securities between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period").

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Zillow Group, Inc. (“Zillow” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: Z, ZG) Class A or Class C common stock between February 11, 2025 and May 7, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). Zillow investors have until August 10, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.

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What Happened?

On September 30, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission announced that it had sued “Zillow and Redfin over an unlawful agreement that eliminates Redfin as a competitor in the market for placing advertising of rental housing on internet listing services (ILSs)-the websites that millions of Americans use to find their next rental home.”

On this news, Zillow’s stock price fell $3.57 per share, 4.63% to close at $73.48 on October 1, 2025, thereby injuring investors.

Then, on February 10, 2026, Zillow announced fourth quarter 2025 earnings. In the earnings call, CFO Jeremy Hofmann stated that legal expenses “[were] higher than we anticipated coming into the quarter and was ultimately 180 basis points of margin drag for Q4.”

On this news, Zillow’s stock price fell $9.05 per share, or 16.5%, to close at $45.66 on February 11, 2026.

Then, on May 7, 2026, Reuters published an article stating that a “federal judge rejected [Zillow and Redfin’s] request to end a [FTC] lawsuit accusing them of illegally agreeing to suppress competition for online apartment rental listings.”

On this news, Zillow’s stock price fell $0.85, or 1.9%, to close at $43.68 per share on May 7, 2026; the stock continued to fall the next day, declining $2.25 per share, or 5.15%, to close at May 8, 2026, thereby injuring investors further.

What Is The Lawsuit About?

The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Zillow’s agreement with Redfin was not a “partnership,” but rather an acquisition of Redfin’s business; (2) as a result of the Redfin Agreement, Zillow faced a materially heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and liability under federal antitrust laws; (3) upon the filing of an antitrust lawsuit, Zillow continued to downplay its legal exposure; and (4) as a result, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.

If you purchased or otherwise acquired Zillow common stock during the Class Period, you may move the Court no later than August 10, 2026 to request appointment as lead plaintiff in this putative class action lawsuit.

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Key Takeaways MercadoLibre's 1P GMV jumped 69% in Q1 2026, led by consumer electronics growth in Brazil.MELI's gross margin fell 300 basis points as 1P expansion increased fulfillment and inventory costs.MELI's broader assortment and sharper pricing helped boost conversion and customer retention metrics. MercadoLibre's (MELI - Free Report) aggressive push into first-party (1P) commerce is emerging as a pressure point on the company's profitability trajectory. While the strategy is demonstrably strengthening pricing competitiveness and buyer engagement across Latin America, the rapid scaling of inventory-led operations is introducing meaningful margin dilution at a moment when broader ecosystem spending remains heavily elevated.

The company's 1P gross merchandise volume surged 69% year over year on a foreign exchange neutral basis in the first quarter of 2026, driven largely by consumer electronics in Brazil, where market share has expanded significantly over recent years. Sharper pricing and broader assortment are supporting conversion and retention metrics, but the growing mix shift toward inventory-led commerce carries a materially different cost structure. Scaling 1P requires sustained investment across fulfillment infrastructure, logistics capacity and inventory management, all of which are compounding simultaneously with accelerating free shipping commitments and fintech expansion spend.

Gross margin contracted 300 basis points year over year in the first quarter of 2026, with 1P contributing meaningfully to that compression. Although select early-entry categories are approaching better unit economics, the segment as a whole continues to weigh on operating income, which declined 20% year over year to $611 million at a 6.9% margin. As 1P scales faster than the core marketplace, it absorbs a disproportionately larger share of corporate overhead allocations, making the dilution burden structural rather than transitory.

MercadoLibre's willingness to prioritize long-term scale over near-term profitability suggests margin pressure is unlikely to ease in the coming quarters. The higher-cost operating structure tied to inventory-led commerce, layered atop continued fulfillment and cross-border trade investments, could persist as a meaningful constraint on operating leverage and earnings expansion. With 1P still expanding rapidly and overhead dilution a gradual multi-year process, near-term margin pressure looks persistent.

MELI Faces Stiff CompetitionMELI faces stiff competition from Amazon (AMZN - Free Report) and Alibaba (BABA - Free Report) , both of which have expanded logistics and inventory-led commerce capabilities to strengthen user engagement and pricing competitiveness. Amazon continues scaling its first-party retail network despite persistent fulfillment and shipping cost pressures, while Alibaba has increased investments across direct retail, fulfillment and supply-chain infrastructure to defend market share.

Unlike Amazon and Alibaba, MELI is expanding 1P operations while simultaneously ramping investments across fintech, free shipping and logistics infrastructure, which could keep profitability under pressure as inventory-led commerce becomes a larger mix of the business.

MELI’s Share Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesMELI shares have declined 18.2% in the year-to-date (YTD) period, while the Zacks Internet–Commerce industry and the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector have returned 6.3% and 4.9%, respectively.

MELI’s YTD Price Performance
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From a valuation standpoint, MELI is currently trading at a forward 12-month Price/Sales ratio of 1.87X compared with the industry’s 1.99X. MELI has a Value Score of F.

MELI's Valuation
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MELI’s 2026 earnings is pegged at $40.97 per share, down by 18.14% over the past 30 days, but indicating a 3.98% year-over-year increase.

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Two of the loudest, most experienced voices in financial media just pounded the table on a stock the crowd has written off. On Mad Money on May 28, 2026, Jim Cramer hosted legendary technician Larry Williams for one of those segments that makes you put your coffee down. The setup: an $85.99 billion Latin American commerce and fintech machine, trading like nobody wants to own it, with smart money quietly buying every dip.

That company is MercadoLibre (NASDAQ:MELI | MELI Price Prediction), and I have been a shareholder since July 2012. So when Cramer and Williams started talking, I listened closely.

The 10% Bullish Signal Williams has been trading for more than 60 years, and his framework rests on one idea: when nobody wants a stock, that is when you start wanting it. He laid out the cycle work and advisor surveys, then said this:

“Only 10% were bullish. And when we see such low bullish readings, regardless of where we are, the market’s oversold. It’s time to rally.”

Williams added that his historical cycle work shows MELI rallies 85% of the time during this phase. He also flagged something subtler in the tape. With roughly 85% of MercadoLibre’s float held by institutional investors (Alpha Vantage pegs institutional ownership at roughly 83%), accumulation data shows professionals leaning in while retail flees.

“Smart money, professional money, is seeing value even in the strength of weakness here. They started to buy. That’s unusual. That’s an abnormal position in the market, Jim. When they buy weakness, we usually rally.”

Cramer, who has called himself a student of Larry Williams since 1987, said:

“Nobody believes this market’s going to rally. Nobody believe it’s going to rally. Up it goes.”

Why the Crowd Bailed The pessimism has real roots. MELI is down roughly 16% year to date and about 34% over the past year, with the 50-day moving average sitting well below the 200-day at $2,032. Management is spending aggressively, and it shows up in the income statement.

In Q1 2026, reported May 7, MercadoLibre delivered $8.85 billion in revenue, up 49% year over year, beating consensus. But operating income fell roughly 20% to $611 million, operating margin compressed roughly 600 basis points, and adjusted free cash flow turned negative at $56 million. You can pull the actual earnings exhibit from the SEC filing and see the trade-off in black and white.

What the Spending Is Buying The same quarter that spooked margin watchers showed Brazil unique buyer growth of 32% year over year, the fastest pace in five years. The credit card portfolio grew 104% to $6.6 billion. Advertising revenue jumped 73% in USD. Fintech monthly active users hit 83 million, and assets under management climbed 77% to roughly $20 billion.

The long-term backdrop is what Wall Street keeps under-pricing. Latin American e-commerce penetration sits in the mid-teens, the average Latin American makes 7 online purchases a year versus 41 in the US, and 85% of Mexicans pay cash for purchases under $30. Every gap is a runway. We laid out the regional opportunity in our MercadoLibre vs. Alibaba comparison from February.

The Cramer Kicker Cramer closed the segment with the line that stuck with me: “Latin America, I think, is very strong, but this stock’s weak. So it’s an opportunity.” He added, “I know a lot of people don’t like the stock, and obviously maybe they’re wrong. That’s a good time to buy right now.”

The thesis I am holding for: if you believe AI-driven productivity gains let MELI grow engineer-flat into a doubling LatAm e-commerce market, the current margin trough is the price of admission. If you think the spending never converts, this stays a value trap. Twenty-four analysts rate it buy or strong buy against two holds, with an average target near $2,230. The crowd at 10% bullish has been wrong before. Cramer and Williams are betting it is wrong again, and I am not selling a share of mine.

On May 15, 2026, Moneda S.A. Administradora General de Fondos disclosed a buy of 8,653 MercadoLibre (MELI 1.25%) shares, an estimated $16.69 million trade based on quarterly average pricing.

What happenedAccording to its SEC filing dated May 15, 2026, Moneda S.A. Administradora General de Fondos increased its holding in MercadoLibre by 8,653 shares. The estimated transaction value, calculated using the average closing price for the quarter, was $16.69 million. The quarter-end value of the position rose by $10.85 million, a figure reflecting both share additions and price movement during the period. The fund now holds 24,151 shares valued at $41.94 million.

What else to knowThis was a buy; the MercadoLibre stake now represents 34.2% of Moneda’s 13F assets, making it the largest reported holding. Top holdings at quarter’s end:NASDAQ:MELI: $41.94 millionNYSE:VALE: $11.62 millionNYSE:SQM: $8.98 millionNYSE:CIB: $6.62 millionNYSE:PBR: $5.89 millionAs of May 14, 2026, MercadoLibre shares were priced at $1,607.37, down 35% over the past year and underperforming the S&P 500, which is instead up about 28%.Company OverviewMetricValueMarket Capitalization$81.49 billionRevenue (TTM)$31.80 billionNet Income (TTM)$1.92 billionPrice (as of market close 2026-05-14)$1,607.37Company SnapshotMercadoLibre offers an integrated suite of e-commerce, payments (Mercado Pago), logistics (Mercado Envios), credit, investment, and advertising solutions across Latin America.The firm operates a dual-platform model generating revenue from marketplace transaction fees, financial services, advertising, logistics, and value-added digital services.It targets consumers, small businesses, and large retailers in Latin America seeking online commerce, digital payments, and financial inclusion.MercadoLibre, Inc. is the leading e-commerce and fintech platform in Latin America, leveraging a robust ecosystem that integrates marketplace, payments, logistics, and credit solutions at scale. The company’s strategy centers on expanding digital commerce and financial access in a region with significant growth potential. Its competitive edge is driven by technology innovation, network effects, and a comprehensive service offering that addresses both consumer and merchant needs.

What this transaction means for investorsDespite a difficult year for the stock, Moneda has made MercadoLibre its largest disclosed position by a wide margin, with the holding now accounting for more than a third of reported assets.

The timing is notable because MercadoLibre's underlying business continues to grow at a pace rarely seen for a company of its size. First-quarter revenue and financial income surged 49% year over year to $8.8 billion, while gross merchandise volume climbed 42% to $19 billion and total payment volume jumped 50% to $87.2 billion. Fintech monthly active users reached 83 million, up 29% from a year earlier.

Management acknowledged that profitability took a back seat this quarter as the company aggressively invested in logistics, credit cards, fulfillment, AI, and cross-border commerce. Executives argued that the opportunity across Latin America's digital economy remains in its early stages and repeatedly emphasized long-term market share gains over near-term margins. For long-term investors, that might be the most important thing to note here. MercadoLibre is choosing growth over maximizing current profits, and if management is right about the runway ahead, a 35% share-price decline may ultimately look more like volatility than deterioration.

Jonathan Ponciano has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends MercadoLibre. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

In today's video I am going to walkthrough 2 stocks that I believe are not only trading at a great valuation, but 2 stocks that also have sizable upside. The first stock, which is Meta Platforms (META 0.14%) is a name I have been building a position in during the year, and the second stock MercadoLibre (MELI 1.25%) is a stock I just started building a position in.

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MercadoLibre is aggressively investing in fulfillment, driving record top line growth but causing margin compression and a 17% YTD share price decline. MELI's Q1'26 GMV surged 42% Y/Y, with Brazil leading at 54% Y/Y growth and accounting for over half of total revenue. Despite a 20% Y/Y drop in operating income and a 6 PP margin contraction in Q1'26, MELI's scale investments are expected to boost long-term market share and profitability.

MercadoLibre (MELI 1.25%) stock is down 19% this year, but amid market disappointment, Wall Street is still confident in the stock. Out of 26 covering analysts, 85% rate it a buy, while 15% have it as a hold.

Should you go with Wall Street, or sell MercadoLibre?

The opportunity to buy on the dip Despite what its sagging stock might suggest, MercadoLibre is still in high-growth mode. Management pointed out that even though it's several decades old, the company is still expanding like a young start-up. It's the leader in e-commerce in the 18 countries where it operates, and it's a major player in fintech. In the 2026 first quarter, revenue increased 46% year over year (currency neutral), with a 36% increase in gross merchandise volume and a 55% increase in total payment volume.

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The stock is down because profitability is down. Operating income fell from $763 million to $611 million year over year, and operating margin dropped from 12.9% to 6.9%.

There were two main contributing factors. One is investments in the business. The other is pressure on the credit business from new customers. Both of these are, in fact, positive developments for the business long-term. What makes it more compelling is that the company has been in this situation before and managed through it successfully, and it's already an established powerhouse that's profitable, which should reassure investors.

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Not only would I not recommend selling MercadeLibre stock, but I would say this is an excellent opportunity to buy a fantastic stock on the dip.

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MercadoLibre (MELI 1.25%) stock has had a tough year. While the S&P 500 has gained 24%, MercadoLibre stock has lost 34.5%. But has the stock been oversold?

Eight-five percent of covering analysts say to buy the stock right now, and the lowest price target from any Wall Street analyst suggests a 9% upside over the next year. One analyst, Hector Maya from Scotiabank, sees it heading to $2,800, a 72% increase from today's price. Is he right?

Boosting the shift to digital in Latin America MercadoLibre hasn't taken a break from high growth for years. It's an e-commerce and financial technology (fintech) company in Latin America, a region that's underpenetrated in both sectors, and it's benefiting as the countries it serves continue to embrace new technology.

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It has had a 31% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past 10 years, but the long-term opportunity remains compelling. E-commerce penetration is only 14%, compared with 27% in the U.S. and 32% in China, and its markets have a total $5.5 trillion addressable market. MercadoLibre's trailing 12-month revenue of $31.8 billlion is a tiny fraction.

It's the top e-commerce company in the region, and its platform grows through a positive cycle of reinforcing network effects; as more buyers join, more suppliers join, offering a wider array of merchandise. That stimulates engagement, and buyers in at least three categories increased 130% from 2022 through the 2026 first quarter. Over the same time frame, average quarterly purchase frequency rose from 6.8 to 9.

Fintech is a similar story. MercadoLibre has the highest monthly active users in four of its largest markets at 83 million, and credit users increased from 10 million in 2022 to 41.9 million as of the first quarter. The credit portfolio rose from $2.8 billion to $14.6 billion over the same time.

Buy on the dip Wall Street analysts only give price targets for a 12- to 18-month period. So whatever price they're looking for is relatively short-term. In the short term, MercadoLibre stock could be somewhat pressured; its profitability is taking a hit from investments that are meant to position it for long-term growth.

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But if you're a long-term investor, near-term headwinds shouldn't scare you. In any case, at this point, every Wall Street analyst thinks the stock is oversold based on the current price targets, even in the near term. Wall Street certainly doesn't have any guarantees, and what analysts say should always be taken with a large grain of salt. However, when they unite to agree that a stock looks undervalued today, and that jibes with what you know about the stock's performance and opportunities, it's a strong sign that there's value here.

MercadoLibre stock may or may not hit $2,800 by the end of the period, and that price target was actually a downgrade from a previous target of $3,500. But in the long term, it could be a standout stock for patient investors.

Despite this retail giant's accelerating revenue growth, the market is not happy with MercadoLibre (MELI 1.25%) right now. The e-commerce and financial technology (fintech) player spanning Latin America has seen accelerating revenue growth in recent quarters but at the expense of its bottom-line profit margins.

Shares are down some 38% from all-time highs, driven by nervousness about investments in credit card and rapid-delivery infrastructure. While Wall Street is worried about next quarter's profits, it is missing the ecosystem that MercadoLibre is building in Mexico, Brazil, and other markets.

Here's why MercadoLibre stock could be a fantastic contrarian pick amid the artificial intelligence (AI) bull market.

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Sacrificing short-term profits The dual engines of fintech and e-commerce have driven MercadoLibre to become one of the largest businesses in Latin America. There are 83 million monthly active users (MAUs) of its fintech services, up 30% year over year, and 84 million active buyers on MercadoLibre, up 25.4% year over year. This led to 39% revenue growth in constant currency in both Mexico and Brazil last quarter, MercadoLibre's two largest markets by revenue.

Where Wall Street is pessimistic is how MercadoLibre is delivering exceptional revenue growth. Management has pushed the accelerator to the floor with aggressive reinvestments in delivery infrastructure and fintech credit card acquisitions. These are leading to short-term margin compression due to fixed e-commerce warehouse costs and accounting rules for credit card customers, but they have accelerated revenue growth and should lead to long-term advantages vs. the competition. Margins will recover once customer spending catches up with all these upfront investments.

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New levers for monetization MercadoLibre's EBIT margin (earnings before interest and taxes) has fallen to 9.6% over the last 12 months, compared to 15% at the post-pandemic peak. The EBIT margin may continue to slide in the interim.

But over the next five years, there are clear reasons why the core business will see a recovery in profit margins, including more scale in e-commerce and more mature credit card customers spending with MercadoPago credit cards. There are other layers of monetization for MercadoLibre that could eventually push margins above its 15% level in 2024. These include scaling up advertising solutions and fintech solutions for merchants, such as payment terminals.

What's more, retail advertising offers extremely high margins, and management says advertising revenue is growing faster than the overall business today. Payment volume through terminals for in-person shopping comes with high margins and is growing 41% year over year in constant currency. In the long run, these businesses with attractive unit economics should give MercadoLibre significant operating leverage.

MELI Revenue (TTM) data by YCharts.

Why MeracdoLibre stock is cheap today After this sharp drawdown, MercadoLibre shares now trade at a market cap of $81.5 billion. Despite major capital expenditure (capex) plans and investments in its fintech business, MercadoLibre is still generating positive net income of $1.9 billion, giving it the flexibility to fund its expansion on its own balance sheet without raising capital from outside sources.

Revenue was $31.8 billion over the last 12 months. It is not a monopoly, but there is a massive opportunity for its two business segments across Latin America, far larger than its current revenue. The region is a decade or more behind the United States in some cases when it comes to digital payments and e-commerce adoption, which is great news for MercadoLibre, a leader in both fields.

Last quarter, MercadoLibre's revenue grew 46% year over year. Even if revenue growth slows to 20% on average over the next five years, MercadoLibre's sales will reach $79 billion five years from now. On these sales, we should expect profit margins to return to 15%, if not improve from here, equating to at least $11.86 billion in earnings five years in the future.

That is just 7x the current market cap of $81.5 billion, making MercadoLibre stock cheap for investors looking to hold for the long haul.

Key Takeaways MELI has extended Brazil loan durations from five to eight months, increasing provisioning pressure.MercadoLibre is expanding cards in Mexico and Argentina, extending provisioning-driven pressure.Mercado Pago's card model requires expected-loss provisions before interest income is collected. MercadoLibre's (MELI - Free Report) aggressive credit card scaling strategy is putting Mercado Pago's unit economics under increasing strain. The structural mechanics of credit card provisioning are compressing net interest margin after losses at a pace that warrants serious attention. NIMAL declined 500 basis points to 17.8% in the first quarter of 2026; the drivers of this compression are not transitory.

The key catalyst is Mercado Pago's portfolio mix. Credit cards represent 37% of the total credit book and unlike consumer or merchant loans, every card issued requires upfront provisioning against the full expected loss before a single interest payment is collected. With the credit book expanding at 87% year over year, nearly double the company's overall revenue growth rate of 49%, the volume of loss provisions being front-loaded into the income statement is growing at a pace that structurally depresses NIMAL each quarter. Compounding this, loan durations in Brazil have been extended from five months to eight months, amplifying provisions per loan and increasing early repayment risk.

Expansion into Mexico and Argentina threatens to extend this pressure materially. Mercado Pago is accelerating card issuance in Mexico, while Argentina, where the product launched in mid-2025, carries entirely unseasoned cohorts. Argentina's financial system is contending with rising industry-wide delinquencies and persistent inflation, elevating repayment stress precisely when Mercado Pago is scaling fastest. Each new market resets the provisioning clock, meaning relief from maturing Brazilian cohorts could be continuously offset by fresh drag from newer geographies.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MELI's 2026 fintech revenues is pegged at $18.11 billion, suggesting a 43.75% year over year growth. With no near-term moderation in card issuance signaled and two expansion markets still in early provisioning-heavy stages, NIMAL pressure appears more structural than cyclical, and a meaningful recovery is unlikely to materialize until Mercado Pago's cohorts in Mexico and Argentina reach sufficient maturity.

MELI Faces Stiff CompetitionMELI faces stiff competition from peers managing rapid credit expansion with greater margin discipline. Nu Holdings (NU - Free Report) has scaled its credit portfolio aggressively while sustaining profitability, proving that credit growth and bottom-line delivery can coexist. Sea Limited (SE - Free Report) , through its Monee arm, has expanded its loan book at a comparable pace while maintaining low late-stage delinquency across multiple markets.

Sea Limited demonstrates that multi-market credit diversification need not compromise asset quality. Nu Holdings is particularly instructive given its overlapping Latin American presence and more contained margin erosion. Against this backdrop, MercadoLibre's NIMAL compression looks more acute than either Sea Limited or Nu Holdings.

MELI’s Share Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesMELI shares have declined 18.5% in the year-to-date (YTD) period, while the Zacks Internet–Commerce industry has plunged 1.4%.

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From a valuation standpoint, MELI stock is currently trading at a forward 12-month Price/Sales ratio of 1.85X compared with the  Retail-Wholesale sector’s 1.48X. MELI has a Value Score of C.

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MELI’s 2026 earnings is pegged at $40.97 per share, down by 6.12% over the past 30 days, but indicating a 3.98% year-over-year increase.

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

Let's take a look at what these Wall Street heavyweights have to say about Sea Limited Sponsored ADR (SE - Free Report) before we discuss the reliability of brokerage recommendations and how to use them to your advantage.

Sea Limited currently has an average brokerage recommendation (ABR) of 1.48, on a scale of 1 to 5 (Strong Buy to Strong Sell), calculated based on the actual recommendations (Buy, Hold, Sell, etc.) made by 20 brokerage firms. An ABR of 1.48 approximates between Strong Buy and Buy.

Of the 20 recommendations that derive the current ABR, 15 are Strong Buy and two are Buy. Strong Buy and Buy respectively account for 75% and 10% of all recommendations.

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Check price target & stock forecast for Sea Limited here>>>

While the ABR calls for buying Sea Limited, it may not be wise to make an investment decision solely based on this information. Several studies have shown limited to no success of brokerage recommendations in guiding investors to pick stocks with the best price increase potential.

Are you wondering why? The vested interest of brokerage firms in a stock they cover often results in a strong positive bias of their analysts in rating it. Our research shows that for every "Strong Sell" recommendation, brokerage firms assign five "Strong Buy" recommendations.

This means that the interests of these institutions are not always aligned with those of retail investors, giving little insight into the direction of a stock's future price movement. It would therefore be best to use this information to validate your own analysis or a tool that has proven to be highly effective at predicting stock price movements.

Zacks Rank, our proprietary stock rating tool with an impressive externally audited track record, categorizes stocks into five groups, ranging from Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), and is an effective indicator of a stock's price performance in the near future. Therefore, using the ABR to validate the Zacks Rank could be an efficient way of making a profitable investment decision.

Zacks Rank Should Not Be Confused With ABRAlthough both Zacks Rank and ABR are displayed in a range of 1--5, they are different measures altogether.

The ABR is calculated solely based on brokerage recommendations and is typically displayed with decimals (example: 1.28). In contrast, the Zacks Rank is a quantitative model allowing investors to harness the power of earnings estimate revisions. It is displayed in whole numbers -- 1 to 5.

It has been and continues to be the case that analysts employed by brokerage firms are overly optimistic with their recommendations. Because of their employers' vested interests, these analysts issue more favorable ratings than their research would support, misguiding investors far more often than helping them.

On the other hand, earnings estimate revisions are at the core of the Zacks Rank. And empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

In addition, the different Zacks Rank grades are applied proportionately to all stocks for which brokerage analysts provide current-year earnings estimates. In other words, this tool always maintains a balance among its five ranks.

There is also a key difference between the ABR and Zacks Rank when it comes to freshness. When you look at the ABR, it may not be up-to-date. Nonetheless, since brokerage analysts constantly revise their earnings estimates to reflect changing business trends, and their actions get reflected in the Zacks Rank quickly enough, it is always timely in predicting future stock prices.

Should You Invest in SE?Looking at the earnings estimate revisions for Sea Limited, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has declined 1.9% over the past month to $4.43.

Analysts' growing pessimism over the company's earnings prospects, as indicated by strong agreement among them in revising EPS estimates lower, could be a legitimate reason for the stock to plunge in the near term.

The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) for Sea Limited. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>>

Therefore, it could be wise to take the Buy-equivalent ABR for Sea Limited with a grain of salt.

Sea Limited is delivering strong growth and reinvesting to consolidate its moat. The stock is very attractively valued. E-commerce is growing at more than 30%.

Sea Limited Sponsored ADR (SE - Free Report) is one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com visitors lately. So, it might be a good idea to review some of the factors that might affect the near-term performance of the stock.

Over the past month, shares of this company have returned +0.5%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +3.3% change. During this period, the Zacks Internet - Software industry, which Sea Limited falls in, has lost 5.8%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?

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

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

We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors' interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

For the current quarter, Sea Limited is expected to post earnings of $1.10 per share, indicating a change of +29.4% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed +3.7% over the last 30 days.

For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $4.43 points to a change of +34.7% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed -1.9%.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $5.65 indicates a change of +27.5% from what Sea Limited is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -2.6%.

With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock's near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) for Sea Limited.

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

12 Month EPS

Revenue Growth ForecastEven though a company's earnings growth is arguably the best indicator of its financial health, nothing much happens if it cannot raise its revenues. It's almost impossible for a company to grow its earnings without growing its revenue for long periods. Therefore, knowing a company's potential revenue growth is crucial.

For Sea Limited, the consensus sales estimate for the current quarter of $7.34 billion indicates a year-over-year change of +36.8%. For the current and next fiscal years, $30.72 billion and $37.61 billion estimates indicate +30.8% and +22.4% changes, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistorySea Limited reported revenues of $7.33 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +43.2%. EPS of $0.84 for the same period compares with $0.86 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $6.95 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +5.5%. The EPS surprise was -12.5%.

Over the last four quarters, Sea Limited surpassed consensus EPS estimates times. The company topped consensus revenue estimates each time over this period.

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

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

As part of the Zacks Style Scores system, the Zacks Value Style Score (which evaluates both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics) organizes stocks into five groups ranging from A to F (A is better than B; B is better than C; and so on), making it helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.

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

Bottom LineThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Sea Limited. However, its Zacks Rank #4 does suggest that it may underperform the broader market in the near term.

Sea Limited (SE 3.21%) is a triple threat in the digital economy. The Singapore-based company operates the largest e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia, a booming digital financial services business, and a game development studio that is responsible for some of the world's most successful mobile titles.

Sea stock is down 34% this year amid soaring oil prices, sparking concerns about a potential drop in consumer spending, but this could be a great long-term buying opportunity. In fact, the majority of the analysts tracked by The Wall Street Journal gave the stock a buy rating, and none recommend selling.

The most bullish analyst in the group predicts the stock could soar by a whopping 124% from here. I think that is realistic, which is why I bought Sea stock myself back in March. 

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Three spectacular growth stories under one roof Shopee is Sea Limited's hybrid consumer-to-consumer and business-to-consumer e-commerce platform. It serves most Southeast Asian countries, including Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia, and is also expanding into Latin America, with a fast-growing presence in Brazil. Shopee processed over $37 billion in orders during the first quarter of 2026 (ended March 31), up 30% from the year-ago period.

Then there's Monee, which is Sea's digital financial services platform. It lends money to Shopee sellers to help them grow their businesses, and it also provides buy-now, pay-later loans to consumers to boost their spending power. Monee had a record $9.9 billion in loans on its books at the end of the first quarter, a 71% year-over-year increase. Brazilian borrowers accounted for $1 billion of those loans, which was up by an eye-popping 250%.

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Sea's third business segment is digital entertainment, led by the Garena game development studio. Garena's most successful mobile game is Free Fire, which has been downloaded around 2 billion times worldwide, but it also owns other blockbuster titles like Call of Duty: Mobile and EA Sports FC.

The studio had 666.5 million users across all titles during the first quarter, which was up modestly from the same quarter last year. But the percentage of users who made in-game purchases came in at 10.9%, the best result in five years.

Accelerating revenue growth Sea Limited generated $7.1 billion in total revenue during the first quarter, which represented a blistering year-over-year growth rate of 46.6%. It marked an acceleration from the company's 36.4% revenue growth for the whole of 2025, and all three business units contributed to the strong result.

Segment

Q1 2026 Revenue

Growth (YOY)

E-commerce (Shopee)

$5.1 billion

45.1%

Digital financial services (Monee)

$1.2 billion

57.8%

Digital entertainment (Garena)

$696.6 million

40.6%

Data source: Sea Limited. YOY = Year over year.

Sea also had a great quarter at the bottom line, delivering $1 billion in adjusted non-GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) for the first time ever. Although Shopee accounted for most of the company's revenue, it contributed just $223.2 million in adjusted EBITDA because of its razor-thin margins. The platform aims to give consumers the lowest possible prices, which isn't a recipe for big profits.

Sea's largest contributor to adjusted EBITDA was Garena, which generated $573.6 million despite its comparatively small revenue base. This is one of the benefits of Sea's highly diversified business.

I agree with Wall Street's bullish consensus on Sea stock The Wall Street Journal tracks 30 analysts who cover Sea stock, and 23 have given it a buy rating. Two others are in the overweight (bullish) camp, while the remaining five recommend holding. Sea has attracted no sell ratings from this group of analysts.

The analysts have an average price target of $141.55, which suggests Sea stock could climb by 63% over the next 12 months or so. However, the Street-high target of $195 implies a potential upside of 124% instead.

I think both targets are achievable based on Sea's attractive valuation. Its stock is trading at a price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of just 2.1, which is well below its three-year average of 3.3. Moreover, Wall Street expects the company's annual revenue to grow to $29.8 billion in 2026 and $36.2 billion in 2027 (according to Yahoo! Finance), placing its stock at forward P/S ratios of 1.78 and 1.47, respectively.

Data by YCharts.

That means Sea stock would have to climb by 124% by the end of 2027 just to trade in line with its three-year average P/S ratio of 3.3. And if the company's revenue growth continues to accelerate, I think its valuation could rise even further.

But another reason I like Sea is its rock-solid balance sheet. At the end of the first quarter, the company had a whopping $11.1 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments, with less than $800 million in debt. That gives management an incredible amount of flexibility to invest aggressively in growth, which could be very bullish for shareholders over the long term.

May 28, 2026 11:00 ET  | Source: Red Cat Holdings, Inc.

SALT LAKE CITY, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT) (“Red Cat” or the “Company”), a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security, today announced that its maritime division, Blue Ops, is ramping into full-rate production of the Variant 7 (V7) uncrewed surface vessel (“USV”), a maritime autonomy platform designed, built and assembled in the United States for U.S. and allied defense missions.

The Variant 7 is a mission-adaptable USV powered by a Steyr engine and integrated with a domestic autonomy, command-and-control, communications, and mission systems stack. As the U.S. -developed platform advanced from early prototype to production, Blue Ops prioritized U.S.-made and NDAA-compliant components across its navigation, control, marine hardware and perception systems, reflecting its commitment to domestic research and development, manufacturing, trusted supply chains and scalable production.

“Blue Ops is moving Variant 7 into full-rate production because the mission demand is here now,” said Barry Hinckley, President of Blue Ops. “This platform brings together U.S. boatbuilding expertise, a modern tech stack that was designed and developed domestically, and a defense-ready supply chain for customers who cannot compromise on origin, reliability, or adaptability. We designed Variant 7 to be built at scale and configured for the missions our customers face.”

The production launch builds on more than 250 years of U.S. maritime excellence, from the shipyards and seafaring traditions that helped establish the United States as a global maritime power to the modern defense industrial base now shaping autonomous systems. V7 is designed in Maine, manufactured in both Maine and Valdosta, Georgia, and supported by extensive research, development and testing in West Palm Beach, Florida. Blue Ops’ prototype work was supported by Hodgdon Shipbuilding, the oldest continuously operated shipbuilder in America, and reflects the Hinckley Yacht family’s 98-year legacy as premier quality boatbuilders.

Engineered for real-world maritime operations, V7 is designed for sea state endurance, maintainability, survivability, operational simplicity, and long-term mission reliability. The platform supports missions including intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance; force protection; harbor and coastal security; contested logistics; and payload-adaptable operations for U.S. and allied forces.

V7 is built around Modular Open Systems Architecture (“MOSA”) principles, enabling customers to configure payloads, sensors, communications, and mission systems based on operational requirements. The platform is designed to integrate with leading U.S. technology and manufacturing partners, including Allen Control Systems, Quaze, Kymeta, HADDY and other U.S. and allied defense technology providers, giving customers flexibility while preserving supply chain integrity.

Blue Ops’ autonomy roadmap is further strengthened by Red Cat’s acquisition of Apium Swarm Robotics, a California-based developer of distributed control systems for autonomous swarming drones and USVs. Apium will continue developing its multi-agent autonomy architecture for integration with the V7 and Red Cat’s Family of Systems, supporting coordinated operations across air, land, and sea.

The move into full-rate production comes as federal policy increasingly prioritizes the revitalization of the U.S. maritime industrial base and the rapid fielding of autonomous systems across multiple domains. V7 adds a maritime platform to Red Cat’s Family of Systems, expanding the Company’s ability to deliver modular, mission-adaptable robotic capabilities aligned with White House maritime industrial priorities and the Department of Defense’s demand for scalable autonomous systems.

About Red Cat Holdings, Inc.
Red Cat (Nasdaq: RCAT) is a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security. Through its wholly owned subsidiaries, Teal Drones and FlightWave Aerospace, Red Cat develops American-made hardware and software that support military, government, and public safety operations across air, land, and sea. Its Family of Systems, led by Black Widow™, delivers unmatched tactical capabilities in small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS). Expanding into the maritime domain through Blue Ops, Inc., Red Cat is also innovating in uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), delivering integrated platforms designed to enhance safety and multi-domain mission effectiveness. Learn more at www.redcat.red.

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On June 01, 2026, Sea Ltd SE shares rose 5.2% to a current price of $95.25. The stock has seen a 52-week range between $77.05 and $199.30, reflecting significant volatility in its price performance.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $95.25 is 27.2% below the GF Value™ of $130.91.GF Score™ of 71/100 indicates the stock is above average in terms of its fundamental characteristics.Most notable signal: Insiders have sold $164.6 million worth of shares in the last three months without any buying activity. Is SE Overvalued or Undervalued? Currently, Sea Ltd's shares are trading at $95.25, which is significantly below the GF Value™ of $130.91, suggesting a 27.2% undervaluation. This margin of safety presents a potential opportunity for value-seeking investors. However, it is essential to consider the GF Valuation label of "Modestly Undervalued," which indicates that while the stock may be undervalued, the extent of this undervaluation is not extreme, and therefore, caution is warranted.

GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. The current financial landscape for Sea Ltd, reflected in its stock price and GF Value™, suggests that while there is an opportunity, factors such as the recent insider selling and the stock's declining performance year-to-date could pose risks to potential buyers.

How Does SE's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 37.5x 99.6x Forward P/E 31.6x N/A Sea Ltd's current P/E ratio of 37.5x is significantly below its 5-year median P/E of 99.6x, indicating that the stock is trading at a much lower valuation compared to its historical average. The forward P/E of 31.6x further corroborates this trend. The P/E analysis aligns with the GF Value™ verdict, supporting the notion that Sea Ltd is undervalued based on historical performance metrics.

What Does SE's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 71/100 Financial Strength 8/10 Profitability 4/10 Growth 9/10 Valuation 4/10 Momentum 2/10 The GF Score™ of 71/100 indicates that Sea Ltd has above-average fundamental characteristics. The strongest area is its growth rank of 9/10, showcasing robust potential for future expansion. Conversely, the weakest aspect is its momentum rank, which sits at 2/10, indicating that the stock has not been performing well in the short term. The financial strength score of 8/10 further supports the company's solid balance sheet, yet the profitability rank of 4/10 raises concerns about its ability to generate consistent profits.

What Are Insiders Doing with SE Stock? Recent insider activity for Sea Ltd has shown a notable trend; insiders sold $164.6 million worth of shares in the last three months without any purchases. This pattern suggests a lack of confidence from those closest to the company regarding its near-term prospects. While insider selling is not inherently negative, the absence of buying activity may reflect concerns about the company's performance and future outlook.

What This Means for Investors Based on the GF Value™ analysis, Sea Ltd SE is currently undervalued, presenting a potential opportunity for investors looking for value stocks. However, the recent insider selling, coupled with its declining performance metrics, suggests that potential buyers should proceed with caution.

For the complete analysis, visit the Sea Ltd SE 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 SE's GF Score™?

SE's GF Score™ is 71/100, indicating that the stock has above-average fundamental characteristics that suggest potential for long-term returns.

Is SE overvalued or undervalued?

According to GF Value™, SE is currently undervalued by 27.2%, signaling a potential investment opportunity.

What is SE's P/E ratio?

SE's P/E ratio is 37.5x, which is 62% below its 5-year median of 99.6x, indicating that the stock is trading significantly lower than its historical valuation.

This stock alert was generated using automated technology and GuruFocus financial data to provide readers with timely and accurate market reporting. This content was reviewed by GuruFocus editorial team prior to publication. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected].

DAVIE, FL — June 4 2026 — TheNewswire - Brownie’s Marine Group, Inc. (OTC: BWMG), through its Brownie’s Third Lung division, announced the continued expansion of its Sea LiON™ battery-powered surface-supplied diving product line with the introduction of the new Sea LiON Sport and the rollout of a new high-capacity 70-Ah battery platform for Sea LiON Standard and Sea LiON Pro systems.

The announcements represent the latest milestone in Brownie’s mission to make diving more convenient and fun for boating families around the world by offering the experiences of scuba diving without the hassle.

The new 70-Ah battery platform pushes the Sea LiON Standard and Pro beyond what many recreational divers have considered the holy grail of battery-powered diving performance—providing more than three hours of runtime for up to three divers operating at depths of up to 33 feet. This matches roughly 9 scuba tanks worth of air, but in one single package. Despite its increased capacity, the proprietary battery weighs less than 20 pounds, maintaining the portability that has become a hallmark of the Sea LiON product line.

At the same time, Brownie’s Third Lung is introducing the all-new Sea LiON Sport, featuring a lighter-weight 50-Ah battery weighing approximately 15 pounds. The Sea LiON Sport is designed to provide a more affordable entry point into battery-powered surface-supplied diving and brings the retail price significantly closer to traditional gasoline-powered recreational dive systems.

"Our objective has always been to remove barriers that prevent people from enjoying the underwater world," said Robert Carmichael, CEO of Brownie’s Marine Group. "The Sea LiON Sport makes battery-powered diving more accessible, while our new 70-Ah battery demonstrates that we continue to push the boundaries of runtime, portability, and user convenience. We are seeing strong interest from both new and existing customers as battery-powered marine equipment continues to gain acceptance. These product enhancements position us well for the upcoming summer season and beyond."

Importantly, the new 70-Ah battery is fully compatible with existing Sea LiON systems already in the field, allowing current owners to upgrade and benefit from increased runtime without replacing their existing equipment.

The expanded product lineup comes amid growing customer demand for battery-powered diving solutions. Brownie’s reports increasing interest from recreational boaters, yacht owners, waterfront property owners, and commercial users seeking a cleaner, quieter, and lower-maintenance alternative to traditional gasoline-powered systems.

The company also recently completed a dealer stocking initiative designed to help its growing dealer network prepare for the summer boating season. The program has resulted in increased dealer inventory levels and improved product availability across key markets, positioning dealers to better serve customers during peak demand periods.

For people who prefer the ultimate convenience, the Sea LiON series is the best choice, but for those working within a tighter budget Brownie’s Third Lung has 3 options of gasoline-powered systems at lower price points. The systems are designed for underwater exploration, hull cleaning, marine maintenance, treasure hunting, lobster diving, and a wide range of recreational and light-commercial applications.

The addition of the Sea LiON Sport and enhanced battery technology reflects Brownie’s continued commitment to innovation and leadership in battery-powered diving systems.

About Brownie’s Marine Group

Brownie’s Marine Group, Inc. (OTC: BWMG) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and distributor of innovative recreational diving, marine mobility, and water-sports products. Through its portfolio of brands, including Brownie’s Third Lung®, BLU3®, Submersible Systems®, L&W Americas®, and Live Blue™, the Company develops products that make underwater exploration safer, easier, and more accessible for consumers and professionals worldwide.

For additional information, visit BrowniesMarineGroup.com.

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President Donald Trump faces the risk that Iran will close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait if the conflict in the Middle East escalates, a scenario that would slash oil supplies to an already deeply disrupted market.

The Bab el-Mandeb is one of the world's key trade choke points, connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea. It has acted as a crucial relief valve for the oil market as exports through the Strait of Hormuz have plunged due to Iranian attacks on tanker and cargo ships.

Saudi Arabia surged oil flows through its East-West Pipeline after the Hormuz closed, redirecting millions of barrels per day to the Red Sea. Those barrels are transiting the Bab el-Mandeb to Asia, which has helped offset some of the lost supply to key economies like Japan and South Korea.

Oil and product exports through the Bab el-Mandeb nearly doubled to 7.2 million barrels per day in April compared with 3.9 million bpd in February before the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, according to data provided by Kpler.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatened Monday to close the Bab el-Mandeb if Israel did not halt strikes in Gaza and Lebanon, according to the Iranian state news agency Tasnim. Tehran has insisted that any peace deal with the U.S. must include the withdrawal of Israel from Lebanon.

Iran closing the Bab el-Mandeb would cut off the Saudi barrels that are heading to Asia, said Matt Smith, director of commodity research at Kpler.

"That would be a step up in terms of escalation and in terms of market impact," Smith said. The flow of oil through the Red Sea is one of the factors that has kept crude prices from surging higher, he said.

U.S. crude oil prices spiked 8% at the session high Monday after Iran's threat against Bab el-Mandeb. Prices pulled back after Israel and Lebanon agreed Wednesday to implement a ceasefire, but it is far from certain the truce will actually take effect.

Iran's Lebanese ally Hezbollah, which acts independently from the government in Beirut, rejected the ceasefire deal Thursday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CNBC on Wednesday that "we have to disarm Hezbollah and we have to demilitarize Lebanon."

The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran remains fragile. Washington and Tehran exchanged fire in and around the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week. If the U.S. escalates military action, Iran's natural response would be to target Bab el-Mandeb, Smith said.

Iran's Houthi allies in Yemen have largely stayed out of the war so far. The Houthis attacked commercial ships in the Red Sea from 2023 through 2025 in retaliation for Israel's war in Gaza. Traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb plunged and has never fully recovered.

The Trump administration waged a 52-day air war against the Houthis that ended in May 2025 with a ceasefire. The U.S. stopped its strikes in exchange for the militants ending their attacks on U.S.-flagged ships in the Red Sea.

The Houthis may be waiting to enter the current conflict until the Iranian leadership decides its advantageous to open another front, said Jack Kennedy, head of Middle East country risk at S&P Global Market Intelligence.

The Houthis wouldn't have to do much to cut traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb, Smith said.

"They wouldn't have to fire at every single tanker that was passing through there," the Kpler analyst said. "Some specific targets would be enough to start deterring the passage through there."

LUND, SE / ACCESS Newswire / June 11, 2026 / Cantargia AB (Publ) (STO:CANTA) today announced a KOL Call to be hosted in collaboration with H.C. Wainwright with leading subject matter experts Drs. Peter Joel Hosein and Jashodeep Datta on the subject of IL1RAP as a Therapeutic Target in Pancreatic Cancer: The Case for Nadunolimab, on June 22, 2026.

The KOL Call will be facilitated by Dr. Sara Nik, Vice President Equity Research at H.C. Wainwright, with the purpose of discussing IL1RAP as a therapeutic target in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) and the emerging clinical role of nadunolimab (CAN04), Cantargia's anti-IL1RAP antibody. Despite decades of incremental progress, PDAC remains one of the most treatment-refractory malignancies. However, the PDAC treatment landscape is undergoing a meaningful inflection with RAS pathway targeting as a therapeutic priority. In parallel, the IL-1/IL1RAP axis has emerged as a critical mediator of the immunosuppressive and pro-tumorigenic PDAC microenvironment, representing a mechanistically distinct and potentially complementary approach. Against this evolving backdrop, we believe this KOL call presents a timely opportunity to explore the biology of IL1RAP in PDAC, discuss how nadunolimab may complement emerging RAS-directed strategies, and assess the potential of a planned Phase 1b/2a program to advance the treatment of this difficult disease.

The KOLs
Dr. Peter Joel Hosein is a medical oncologist at the University of Miami's Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, specializing in gastrointestinal cancers with a particular focus on pancreatic cancer. He leads an active clinical and translational research program investigating novel therapeutic combinations for PDAC, including immune-targeting and stroma-modulating approaches. Dr. Jashodeep Datta is a surgical oncologist at the University of Miami's Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, specializing in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary malignancies. His research focuses on the tumor immune microenvironment in pancreatic cancer and the development of novel immunotherapeutic strategies targeting tumor-promoting inflammatory pathways.

KOL Call details
Title: IL1RAP as a Therapeutic Target in Pancreatic Cancer: The Case for Nadunolimab
Date/Time: Monday, June 22nd @ 11:00am ET (5:00pm CEST)
Webcasting Link: https://journey.ct.events/view/830dc882-cfc9-4405-8212-8b8eb3f92ff1
KOLs: Dr. Peter Joel Hosein & Dr. Jashodeep Datta

For further information, please contact
Hilde Steineger, CEO
Telephone: +46 (0)46-275 62 60
E-mail: [email protected]

About Cantargia
Cantargia AB (publ), reg. no. 556791-6019, is a biotechnology company that develops antibody-based treatments for life-threatening diseases and has established a platform based on the protein IL1RAP, involved in a number of cancer forms and inflammatory diseases. Cantargia's oncology program, the antibody nadunolimab (CAN04), is being studied clinically, primarily in combination with chemotherapy with a focus on pancreatic cancer and non-small cell lung cancer. Positive data for the combinations indicate stronger efficacy than would be expected from chemotherapy alone. Cantargia's second development program, the antibody CAN10, blocks signaling via IL1RAP in a different manner than nadunolimab and addresses treatment of serious autoimmune/inflammatory diseases. In September 2025, the acquisition of CAN10 by Otsuka Pharmaceutical was completed.

Cantargia is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (ticker:CANTA). More information about Cantargia is available at www.cantargia.com.

About nadunolimab (CAN04)
Nadunolimab is an antibody that binds strongly to its target IL1RAP and functions by inducing ADCC and blocking IL-1α and IL-1β signaling. Nadunolimab can thereby counteract the IL-1 system which contributes to the immune suppressive tumor microenvironment and the development of resistance to chemotherapy. Nadunolimab has been investigated in multiple clinical trials; the phase I/IIa trial CANFOUR, NCT03267316, evaluated nadunolimab in combination with standard chemotherapies in patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) (gemcitabine/nab-paclitaxel) or non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) (platinum-based chemotherapies). Positive data show durable responses for combination therapy in 73 PDAC patients, resulting in a median iPFS of 7.2 months and median OS of 13.2 months. An even higher median OS of 14.2 months was observed in a subgroup of patients with high tumor levels of IL1RAP. Intriguing efficacy was observed in a small group of non-squamous NSCLC patients post PD(L)-1 therapy.

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Cantargia and H.C. Wainwright to Host KOL Call on The Case for Nadunolimab in PDAC

SOURCE: Cantargia

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO | KO Price Prediction) and Philip Morris International (NYSE: PM) both posted Q1 2026 beats within a week of each other.

Forever is a long time, especially in investing, where a company can lose its edge for any number of reasons as the world around it changes over the years. Even businesses with decades of past success aren't a sure thing for the future.

That said, companies that are the best at what they do, have proven brands, and sell something consumers will need over and over again can be as close to forever stocks as you'll find. Here are three dividend stocks that fit that description. They all happen to hail from the consumer goods sector. After all, consumer spending is the engine of the U.S. economy.

These stocks all offer durable growth and dividends that can add up to tremendous investment returns over the years ahead. Consider buying and stashing them in your portfolio indefinitely.

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1. Costco Wholesale The retail industry is ruthlessly competitive, but Costco Wholesale (COST +0.67%) stands out for several reasons. The company sells bulk merchandise in warehouse stores that require a paid membership. The membership fees drive Costco's bottom line, allowing the company to sell goods at razor-thin margins. The business model also attracts higher-income shoppers who are more likely to pay up for bulk quantities to recognize more savings per unit.

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Costco has built its brand with some ingenious loss leaders, including its famous $1.50 hot dog meal, which seems to have a cult following. In fact, Costco is so well known that it spends no money on advertising. Costco continues to grow through a combination of sales growth and membership price hikes, and management has rewarded shareholders along the way with regular dividends and occasional special dividends.

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The formula works quite well. Costco Wholesale's stock has outperformed the S&P 500 by a wide margin over the years. While it's unclear whether that will continue, the company's formula seems likely to deliver plenty more years of share price appreciation and dividends.

2. Philip Morris International Despite the slow and steady decline of cigarette use, the tobacco industry is very much alive. Philip Morris International (PM +1.95%) is the world's largest tobacco stock. It sells Marlboro cigarettes in non-U.S. markets but has paved the way for a bright future as a leader in alternative nicotine products, such as Iqos heat-not-burn tobacco devices and Zyn oral nicotine salt pouches.

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These alternative nicotine products accounted for 41.5% of total net sales in 2025 and represent the company's future. Meanwhile, Philip Morris can still enjoy huge profits from its cigarette business. Volumes are falling slowly, enough that Iqos is overcoming the drop and driving volume higher. Cigarettes are notoriously addictive and profitable as a result of that.

In all, Philip Morris International can pay a substantial, growing dividend with a 3% yield at its recent share price. Management has raised the dividend every year since the company spun off from Altria Group in 2008. The tobacco industry's resilience should give investors confidence that this industry leader will remain a top-notch dividend stock for the foreseeable future.

3. Coca-Cola If there's one company built to last forever, it may be Coca-Cola (KO +0.13%). While its namesake soda is an iconic global brand, the company is actually a diversified beverage empire that sells billions of servings of sodas, juices, water, tea, coffee, and other prepared beverages each day. In all, Coca-Cola has nearly three dozen brands that each generate more than $1 billion in annual sales.

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Coca-Cola's superpower is its vast global distribution, which reaches millions of stores, vending machines, restaurants, and venues worldwide. Additionally, prepared beverages are a low-cost consumable product that people can enjoy across both developed and emerging markets. The company continues to grow organically and through new products, price increases, and acquisitions.

Perhaps that explains the company's legendary dividend track record. Having raised its dividend for 64 straight years, Coca-Cola is a Dividend King (companies that have raised dividends for 50 or more consecutive years). The company continues to deliver steady results, paving the way for what will likely be years of continued dividend hikes. Investors can sleep well at night with Coca-Cola nestled into their portfolios, reinvesting the dividends as they come.

Philip Morris International’s (PMI) (NYSE: PM) IQOS, the #1 tobacco heating system1, has been listed for the first time as one of the top 100 most valuable brands in the world in Kantar’s BrandZ 2026 Most Valuable Global Brands. This ranking solidifies IQOS’s global momentum and its emergence as a culturally relevant, iconic brand for adult nicotine users seeking better alternatives to cigarettes.

According to the BrandZ 2026 Most Valuable Global Brands, IQOS achieved a ranking of #74 globally.

With more than 35 million IQOS users worldwide—most of whom have fully switched away from cigarettes2—the brand continues to lead from the front and champion in a smoke-free era through science-backed innovation and consumer-centric design. Within 10 years of inception, IQOS surpassed $10 billion in annual net revenues, reaching this milestone faster than some of the world’s most recognized technology companies—and making up the large majority of Philip Morris International’s smoke-free business which reached close to $17 billion in net revenues in 2025.

“This milestone is a powerful validation of the journey we are on,” said Oggie Kapetanovic, President Heat-Not-Burn Products at Philip Morris International. “IQOS is not only the world’s leading smoke-free brand - it is becoming a truly iconic brand, built on science, innovation, and consumer trust. This recognition reaffirms IQOS’s continued growth and its pivotal role in transforming the industry. It inspires us to go further, faster, in delivering better alternatives for adults who would otherwise smoke.”

BrandZ charts the way in which global brands have continued to evolve and innovate. Now in its 21st edition, it spotlights the importance of building meaningful difference where a brand meets consumer needs, stands out from competitors and remains top-of-mind in its sector for a prolonged period.

“The brand era has changed. People now interact with brands in thousands of different ways. Many of these are shaped by AI, like personalized feeds or LLMs that influence what we see. Machines are increasingly surfacing and prioritizing content. That means brands need to work harder than ever to stand out as meaningful and different,” said Martin Guerrieria, Head of Kantar BrandZ.

IQOS’s inclusion in the Kantar Top 100 for the first time underscores its growing role beyond product innovation — positioning the brand at the intersection of technology, design, and culture, aiming to meet the preferences of adult nicotine users. This recognition marks another important step toward achieving a future where cigarettes can become obsolete.

Other notable brands featured in this year’s BrandZ 2026 global rankings include Google, Claude and Chinese-based companies like Alibaba and Xiaomi, highlighting industry leaders driving global brand value. Kantar BrandZ is a global ranking that assesses brand value by combining financial data and extensive brand equity research, offering an in-depth view of over 22,000 brands in 54 markets.

IQOS is not risk-free and provides nicotine, which is addictive. Only for use by adults who would otherwise smoke or use nicotine products.

1 PMI global estimates of total in Market Sales of Heated Tobacco Units as of December 2025

2 Source: PMI Q4 2025 Earnings Release

Philip Morris International: A Global Smoke-Free Champion

Philip Morris International is a leading international consumer goods company, actively delivering a smoke-free future and evolving its portfolio for the long term to include products outside of the tobacco and nicotine sector. The company’s current product portfolio primarily consists of cigarettes and smoke-free products, including heat-not-burn, nicotine pouch and e-vapor products. Our smoke-free products are available for sale in over 105 markets, and as of December 31, 2025, PMI estimates they were used by over 43 million legal-age consumers around the world, many of whom have moved away from cigarettes or significantly reduced their consumption. The smoke-free business accounted for 43% of PMI’s first-quarter 2026 total net revenues. Since 2008, PMI has invested over $16 billion to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise smoke, with the goal of completely ending the sale of cigarettes. This includes the building of world-class scientific assessment capabilities, notably in the areas of pre-clinical systems toxicology, clinical and behavioral research, as well as post-market studies. Following a robust science-based review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the marketing of Swedish Match’s General snus and ZYN nicotine pouches and versions of PMI’s IQOS devices and consumables - the first-ever such authorizations in their respective categories. Versions of IQOS devices and consumablesand General snus also obtained the first-ever Modified Risk Tobacco Product authorizations from the FDA. With a strong foundation and significant expertise in life sciences, PMI has a long-term ambition to expand into wellness areas. References to “PMI”, “we”, “our” and “us” mean Philip Morris International Inc., and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com and www.pmiscience.com.

Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements

This press release contains projections of future results and goals and other forward-looking statements, including statements regarding business plans and strategies. Achievement of future results is subject to risks, uncertainties, and inaccurate assumptions. In the event that risks or uncertainties materialize, or underlying assumptions prove inaccurate, actual results could vary materially from those contained in such forward-looking statements. Pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, PMI is identifying important factors that, individually or in the aggregate, could cause actual results and outcomes to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements made by PMI.

PMI’s business risks include: excise tax increases and discriminatory tax structures; increasing marketing and regulatory restrictions that could reduce our competitiveness, eliminate our ability to communicate with adult consumers, or ban certain of our products in certain markets or countries; health concerns relating to the use of tobacco and other nicotine-containing products and exposure to environmental tobacco smoke; litigation related to tobacco and/or nicotine use and intellectual property; intense competition; the effects of global and individual country economic, regulatory and political developments, natural disasters and conflicts; the impact and consequences of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine; changes in adult smoker behavior; the impact of natural disasters and pandemics on PMI’s business; lost revenues as a result of counterfeiting, contraband and cross-border purchases; governmental investigations; unfavorable currency exchange rates and currency devaluations, and limitations on the ability to repatriate funds; adverse changes in applicable corporate tax laws; adverse changes in the cost, availability, and quality of tobacco and other agricultural products and raw materials, as well as components and materials for our electronic devices; and the integrity of its information systems and effectiveness of its data privacy policies. PMI’s future profitability may also be adversely affected should it be unsuccessful in its attempts to introduce, commercialize, and grow smoke-free products or if regulation or taxation do not differentiate between such products and cigarettes; if it is unable to successfully introduce new products, promote brand equity, enter new markets or improve its margins through increased prices and productivity gains; if it is unable to expand its brand portfolio internally or through acquisitions and the development of strategic business relationships; if it is unable to attract and retain the best global talent; or if it is unable to successfully integrate and realize the expected benefits from recent transactions and acquisitions. Future results are also subject to the lower predictability of our smoke-free products’ performance.

PMI is further subject to other risks detailed from time to time in its publicly filed documents, including PMI’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2024 and the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. PMI cautions that the foregoing list of important factors is not a complete discussion of all potential risks and uncertainties. PMI does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement that it may make from time to time, except in the normal course of its public disclosure obligations.

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About Kantar BrandZ

Kantar BrandZ is the global currency when assessing brand value, quantifying the contribution of brands to business’ financial performance. Kantar’s annual global and local brand valuation rankings combine rigorously analyzed financial data, with extensive brand equity research. Since 1998, BrandZ has shared brand-building insights with business leaders based on interviews with 4.6 million consumers, for over 22,000 brands in 54 markets. Discover more about Kantar BrandZ here.

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