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SHENZHEN, CHINA, June 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lianhe Sowell International Group Ltd (Nasdaq: LHSW) (the “Company), a provider of industrial machine vision products and solutions in China, today announced that it has signed supply agreements (the “Agreement”) for AI-powered automotive painting robots and spray booth systems in West and Southern Africa.

Under the Agreement, the Company will deliver 10 AI-powered automotive painting robots to a comprehensive automotive maintenance group in the West African region. The equipment will be deployed in automotive maintenance flagship stores to support the intelligent upgrade of automotive aftermarket services. The introduction of the advanced technologies and products into West Africa may help promote local social and economic development.

In Southern Africa, the Company has secured a separate pilot project with a local company specializing in R&D and application of advanced spray-coating materials. Under the agreement, AI-powered automotive painting robot will be deployed in South Africa for trial use in automotive refinishing operations, supporting the introduction of intelligent automation solutions in the local market.

Together, these projects represent the Company’s initial large-scale deployment of intelligent painting solutions across West and Southern Africa. The Company expects these projects to serve as a foundation for further expansion into East Africa and other African markets in the future.

By leveraging AI and robotics technologies, the Company aims to improve painting quality, operational efficiency, and consistency in automotive refinishing operations. The systems are also designed to reduce worker exposure to paint mist and other airborne substances, enhancing workplace safety for technicians.

“We are pleased to expand our presence in West and Southern Africa through these partnerships,” said Mr. Yue Zhu, Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Company. “These agreements mark an important step in our international expansion strategy. We see strong long-term demand for intelligent automation in Africa’s automotive aftermarket sector. We look forward to further expanding into East Africa and across the broader African market.”

About Lianhe Sowell International Group Ltd

Lianhe Sowell International Group Ltd (Nasdaq: LHSW) provides industrial vision and industrial robotics solutions. With expertise in the field of machine vision and intelligent equipment, the Company specializes in smart transportation, industrial automation, artificial intelligence, and machine vision. Committed to offering comprehensive intelligent solutions to customers worldwide, the Company continuously advances the intelligent transformation of various industries through technological innovation. For more information, please visit: https://sowellai.com/.

Forward-Looking Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as “may, “will, “intend,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “project,” “estimate,” “plan” or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions and other risk factors discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

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ARLINGTON, Va., June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tria Federal today announced the appointment of Rajiv Uppal, former Chief Information Officer of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), to the company’s Advisory Board.

The Tria Advisory Board provides strategic guidance and perspective from leaders who have shaped some of the nation’s largest federal health and technology organizations, helping Tria remain responsive to evolving agency priorities and modernization challenges.

Uppal will serve alongside current Tria Advisory Board members Jennifer “Jenni” Main, former Chief Operating Officer of CMS, and Sonny Hashmi, former Commissioner of the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service and former GSA CIO.

“We are thrilled to welcome Rajiv to the Tria Advisory Board as we help federal health agencies balance cost, quality and access to care,” said Bryce Golwalla, Tria’s Senior Vice President, Public Health. “Rajiv has directed modernization initiatives where the stakes are incredibly high and the systems impact millions of Americans. His experience across CMS and the IRS brings valuable insight into how agencies can modernize responsibly while ensuring operational continuity, security, and long-term mission outcomes.”

Uppal brings to the Advisory Board more than 30 years of experience leading enterprise technology modernization initiatives across both the public and private sectors. Most recently, he served as CIO of the IRS, where he led efforts to modernize mission-critical systems, strengthen cybersecurity, and improve taxpayer services and operational efficiency.

Prior to the IRS, Uppal served as CIO and Director of CMS’s Office of Information Technology, where he led large-scale technology transformation initiatives supporting Medicare and Medicaid systems used by millions of Americans. His experience spans cloud modernization, enterprise platform strategy, cybersecurity, operational transformation, and AI-enabled innovation across highly regulated federal environments.

“I’m honored to join the Tria Advisory Board at a time when agencies are navigating increasingly complex modernization and operational challenges,” said Uppal. “They need practical modernization that improves resilience, strengthens service delivery, and helps teams operate more effectively under real-world constraints. Tria’s ability to connect innovation with operational outcomes is what makes this opportunity especially compelling to me.”

The Tria Advisory Board was established to help guide the company’s continued growth and innovation across the federal health landscape. With decades of experience across government, healthcare, technology, operations, and enterprise modernization, Advisory Board members provide strategic insight and guidance that help Tria remain responsive to evolving agency priorities, modernization challenges, and emerging technologies.

About Tria Federal

Tria Federal builds, modernizes, and operates mission-critical federal health platforms and programs. As a health solutions company, we make federal health systems work—at scale, on time, and under pressure. We operate at the center of the healthcare trilemma, minimizing cost, improving quality, and expanding access to care in environments where failure is not an option. For two decades, federal agencies have relied on Tria to keep America’s health systems reliable, accountable, and secure. Visit www.triafed.com to learn more.

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Tria Federal appoints Rajiv Uppal to Advisory Board Tria Federal today announced the appointment of Rajiv Uppal, former Chief Information Officer of the...

UWM Holdings Corporation (“UWMC” or the “Company”) (NYSE: UWMC), today reaffirmed its commitment to acquire Two Harbors Investment Corp. (“Two Harbors” or “TWO”) (NYSE: TWO) and issued a statement regarding the upcoming special meeting on June 23 to vote on TWO’s proposed merger with CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC ("CrossCountry" or "CCM"), following the third adjournment.

UWMC issued the following statement:

“TWO stockholders have sent a clear message over and over again: they do not support the inferior CCM transaction or the TWO Board’s repeated adjournments – and we urge them to continue to reject CCM’s inferior proposal. It’s high time that the TWO Board respect the will of their stockholders.

“In stark contrast, UWMC’s proposal offers both higher value and stockholder choice through stock consideration or an election to receive $12.50 per share in cash with full financing. That optionality is a clear benefit to stockholders, not a flaw. UWMC remains committed to its superior proposal, to reaching a transaction that is best for UWMC and for TWO stockholders, to delivering a superior offer and finalizing an agreement quickly if the TWO Board will finally do the right thing and engage in good faith.

“Stockholders should not be forced into the inferior CCM deal because TWO’s management thinks it is better for them personally. It is ironic that the TWO Board bemoans the decline of its stock price, when they have a path to maximizing value for all TWO stockholders: true engagement with UWMC. TWO stockholders should continue to vote AGAINST the CCM merger and demand that the TWO Board engage with UWMC in an open, unrestricted and good-faith manner.”

TWO stockholders should remember:

UWMC’s proposal provides higher value. UWMC’s proposal provides stockholders the option to elect $12.50 per share in cash, compared to CCM’s “best and final” $12.00 per share agreement. UWMC’s proposal provides stockholder choice. TWO stockholders can receive 2.3328 shares of UWMC stock at closing per share of TWO, preserving potential upside in the combined company. The TWO Board has categorically ruled out any formulation that includes stock, removing this optionality for stockholders. UWMC remains ready for true, good-faith engagement. TWO’s short-lived attempt at engagement was a smokescreen, given the arbitrary deadlines, restricted participation, and harsh preconditions that limited constructive discussion. UWMC is prepared to continue discussing terms, including alternatives around the default election mechanism and other adjustments to the merger consideration, if TWO will finally conduct open negotiations. Independent proxy advisors have universally recommended AGAINST the CCM transaction. ISS, Glass Lewis and Egan-Jones have all recommended that TWO stockholders vote AGAINST the CCM transaction, citing concerns with the TWO Board’s process and the availability of UWMC’s superior offer. Voting AGAINST the CCM transaction is the only way to maintain a path to maximum value. Without full engagement with UWMC, TWO stockholders can never be certain that their Board has delivered maximum value for their holdings. Keeping pressure on the Board by voting AGAINSTthe inferior CCM transaction is the only path to asserting stockholders’ rights. VOTE AGAINST THE PROPOSED CCM MERGER ON THE BLUE PROXY CARD TODAY!

UWMC encourages all TWO stockholders toVOTE AGAINST Two Harbors’ CCM Merger Proposal, AGAINST the Non-Binding Compensation Advisory Proposal and AGAINST the Adjournment Proposal according to the instructions on UWMC’s BLUE Proxy Card today to preserve the opportunity to achieve greater value by engaging with UWMC’s superior proposal.

If you have any questions or require assistance with voting your shares, please contact our proxy solicitor, Okapi Partners, by calling (844) 343-2621 (Toll Free for stockholders) or (212) 297-0720 (for Banks and Brokers), or by email at [email protected].

IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO CHANGE YOUR VOTE.

ONLY YOUR LAST SUBMITTED AND RECEIVED VOTE WILL COUNT AT THE MEETING.

YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT, NO MATTER HOW MANY SHARES YOU OWN!

About UWM Holdings Corporation and United Wholesale Mortgage

Headquartered in Pontiac, Michigan, UWM Holdings Corporation (UWMC) is the publicly traded indirect parent of United Wholesale Mortgage, LLC (“UWM”). UWM is the nation’s largest home mortgage lender, despite exclusively originating mortgage loans through the wholesale channel. UWM has been the largest wholesale mortgage lender for 11 consecutive years and is also the largest purchase lender in the nation. With a culture of continuous innovation of technology and enhanced client experience, UWM leads the market by building upon its proprietary and exclusively licensed technology platforms, superior service and focused partnership with the independent mortgage broker community. UWM originates primarily conforming and government loans across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit uwm.com or call 800-981-8898. NMLS #3038.

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This communication includes forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are generally identified using words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict” and similar words indicating that these reflect our views with respect to future events. Forward-looking statements in this communication include statements regarding our expectations and beliefs related to (i) the timing of the completion of any proposed transaction; (ii) the ability of the parties to complete any proposed transaction; and (iii) the benefits of a proposed transaction. These statements are based on management’s current expectations, but are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside of our control, and could cause future events or results to materially differ from those stated or implied in the forward-looking statements, including: (i) that the parties will not agree to pursue a business combination transaction or that the terms of any such transaction will be materially different from those described herein; (ii) the ability of the parties to satisfy the conditions to any proposed transaction, including obtaining stockholder approval and regulatory approval, on a timely basis or at all; (iii) the ability to obtain synergies and benefits of any proposed transaction; (iv) UWM’s ability to successfully implement strategic decisions and product launches; (iv) UWM’s dependence on macroeconomic and U.S. residential real estate market conditions, including changes in U.S. monetary policies, more specifically caused by the Presidential Administration that affect interest rates and inflation; (vi) UWM’s reliance on its warehouse and MSR facilities and the risk of a decrease in the value of the collateral underlying certain of its facilities causing an unanticipated margin call; (vii) UWM’s ability to sell loans in the secondary market; (viii) UWM’s dependence on the government-sponsored entities such as Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac; (ix) changes in the GSEs, FHA, USDA and VA guidelines or GSE and Ginnie Mae guarantees; (x) our ability to consummate the merger with Two Harbors and achieve the anticipated benefits; (xi) our ability to comply with all rules and regulations in connection with the launch of our internal servicing and the new risks that may be presented as a result of the transition; (xii) UWM’s dependence on Independent Mortgage Advisors to originate mortgage loans; (xiii) the risk that an increase in the value of the MBS UWM sells in forward markets to hedge its pipeline may result in an unanticipated margin call; (xiv) UWM’s inability to continue to grow, or to effectively manage the growth of its loan origination volume; (xv) UWM’s ability to continue to attract and retain its broker relationships; (xvi) UWM’s ability to implement technological innovation, such as AI in our operations; (xvii) the occurrence of a data breach or other failure of UWM’s cybersecurity or information security systems; (xviii) reliance on third-party software and services; the occurrence of data breaches or other cybersecurity failures at our third-party sub-servicers or other third-party vendors; (xix) UWM’s ability to continue to comply with the complex state and federal laws, regulations or practices applicable to mortgage loan origination and servicing in general; and (xx) other risks and uncertainties indicated from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) including those under “Risk Factors” therein. We wish to caution readers that certain important factors may have affected and could in the future affect our results and could cause actual results for subsequent periods to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement made by or on behalf of us. We undertake no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.

No Offer or Solicitation

This communication is for informational purposes only and is not intended to, and shall not, constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

Additional Information

This communication relates to a proposal that UWMC has made to the Two Harbors Board for a business combination transaction with Two Harbors. In furtherance of this proposal and subject to future developments, UWMC filed a definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A on May 14, 2026 (the “Proxy Statement”) with the SEC in order to solicit proxies against the Proposed CCM Merger and other proposals to be voted on by TWO stockholders at the special meeting of TWO stockholders to be held to approve the Proposed CCM Merger. UWMC may file amendments or supplements to the Proxy Statement and one or more registration statements, proxy statements, tender or exchange offers or other documents with the SEC. This communication is not a substitute for any proxy statement, registration statement, tender or exchange offer document, prospectus or other document UWMC and/or Two Harbors may file with the SEC in connection with a proposed transaction.

INVESTORS AND SECURITYHOLDERS OF UWMC AND TWO HARBORS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT, ANY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS UWMC MAY FILE WITH RESPECT TO THE BUSINESS COMBINATION TRANSACTION, INCLUDING ANY REGISTRATION STATEMENT, TENDER OR EXCHANGE OFFER DOCUMENT, PROSPECTUS, AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS IF AND WHEN FILED WITH THE SEC, AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS TO THESE DOCUMENTS, CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY, WHEN THEY ARE AVAILABLE, BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT UWMC, TWO HARBORS, A PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS. Investors and securityholders of UWMC and Two Harbors will be able to obtain copies of these documents if and when they become available, as well as other filings with the SEC that will be incorporated by reference into such documents, containing information about UWMC and Two Harbors, without charge, at the SEC’s website (http://www.sec.gov). Copies of the documents filed with the SEC by UWMC will be available free of charge under the SEC Filings heading of the Investor Relations section of UWMC’s website at https://investors.uwm.com.

Participants in the Solicitation

UWMC and its respective directors and executive officers and other members of management and employees may be deemed to be participants in any solicitation of proxies from Two Harbors stockholders in respect of a solicitation and proposed transaction under the rules of the SEC. Information regarding UWMC’s directors and executive officers is available in UWMC’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and UWMC’s proxy statement, dated April 24, 2026, for its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders (the “UWMC 2026 Proxy”), which can be obtained free of charge through the website maintained by the SEC at http://www.sec.gov. Please refer to the sections captioned “Compensation Discussion and Analysis”, “Executive Compensation”, “Stock Ownership” and “Proposal 3 – Advisory Vote on Executive Officer Compensation” in the UWMC 2026 Proxy. Any changes in the holdings of UWMC’s securities by UWMC’s directors or executive officers from the amounts described in the UWMC 2026 Proxy have been reflected in Statements of Change in Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC subsequent to the filing date of the UWMC 2026 Proxy and are available at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

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For those looking to find strong Aerospace stocks, it is prudent to search for companies in the group that are outperforming their peers. Is Heico Corporation (HEI - Free Report) one of those stocks right now? Let's take a closer look at the stock's year-to-date performance to find out.

Heico Corporation is a member of the Aerospace sector. This group includes 67 individual stocks and currently holds a Zacks Sector Rank of #2. The Zacks Sector Rank considers 16 different groups, measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the sector to gauge the strength of each group.

The Zacks Rank is a proven model that highlights a variety of stocks with the right characteristics to outperform the market over the next one to three months. The system emphasizes earnings estimate revisions and favors companies with improving earnings outlooks. Heico Corporation is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy).

Within the past quarter, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for HEI's full-year earnings has moved 4% higher. This shows that analyst sentiment has improved and the company's earnings outlook is stronger.

According to our latest data, HEI has moved about 3.3% on a year-to-date basis. In comparison, Aerospace companies have returned an average of 3%. This means that Heico Corporation is performing better than its sector in terms of year-to-date returns.

Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (RYCEY - Free Report) is another Aerospace stock that has outperformed the sector so far this year. Since the beginning of the year, the stock has returned 17.9%.

In Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC's case, the consensus EPS estimate for the current year increased 3.5% over the past three months. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Looking more specifically, Heico Corporation belongs to the Aerospace - Defense Equipment industry, a group that includes 37 individual stocks and currently sits at #56 in the Zacks Industry Rank. Stocks in this group have gained about 11.8% so far this year, so HEI is slightly underperforming its industry this group in terms of year-to-date returns. Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC is also part of the same industry.

Investors with an interest in Aerospace stocks should continue to track Heico Corporation and Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC. These stocks will be looking to continue their solid performance.

Key Takeaways MCHP's shares gained 56.5% in three months, outpacing its industry and tech sector.AI demand is lifting MCHP, with Gen 4 and Gen 5 data-center products seeing strong sales growth.MCHP expects June-quarter sales of $1.442B-$1.469B and non-GAAP EPS of 67-71 cents. Shares of Microchip Technology (MCHP - Free Report) , which develops, manufactures and sells smart, connected and secure embedded control solutions, have performed impressively over the past three months, gaining 56.5%. Owing to this solid rally, shares of this tech company have surpassed the Zacks Semiconductor-Analog-and-Mixed industry's 50% growth and the Zacks Computer and Technology sector's 28% uptick.

MCHP's shares have outperformed those of fellow industry players Monolithic Power Systems (MPWR - Free Report) and Analog Devices (ADI - Free Report) . Shares of Monolithic Power Systems, as well as Analog Devices, despite lagging the Microchip stock, have gained in double digits (% wise) over the past three months.

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MCHP’s shares have performed well over a longer time frame, too, surging more than 45% in a year. Over the past year, Monolithic Power Systems and Analog Devices’ shares have performed even better.

Given MCHP's impressive rally, investors might wonder if the opportunity to add this high-flying stock to their portfolio has passed. However, we believe MCHP has a lot going in its favor, and this rally is far from over. In fact, the stock holds substantial upside potential. MCHP currently has a Momentum Score of A. Technical indicators suggest continued strong performance for the shipping company. The stock trades above its 50-day moving average, signaling robust upward momentum and price stability. This technical strength underscores positive market sentiment and confidence in the tech company’s prospects.

50-Day Moving Average Data of MCHP Stock
Reasons for Staying Bullish on MCHP StockAI Boom Aids MCHP: Microchip Technology benefits from growing AI investments. The company’s Gen 4 and Gen 5 data center products are witnessing strong sales growth. MCHP’s new products are expected to gain traction with the launch of the industry's first 3-nanometer-based PCIe Gen 6 switch that powers modern AI infrastructure. 

These switches offer double bandwidth, lower latency, advanced security and high-density AI connectivity for next-generation cloud and data center performance. The success of the restructuring plan also bodes well for MCHP’s prospects. The company also entered the PCIe retimer market in the June 2026 quarter as a companion device for Gen 6 switches and disclosed an OEM design win that displaced a competitor. 

MCHP has expanded connectivity, storage and compute offerings for AI and data center applications, as well as intelligent power modules for AI at the edge. These factors are expected to drive top-line growth. MCHP’s dominance in 8, 16 and 32-bit PIC microcontrollers remains a major driver of top-line growth. 

Momentum Builds Across End Markets: While releasing the fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 results last month, management pointed toward recovery across automotive, industrial, communication, data center, aerospace and defense, and consumer, with the aerospace and defense sector emerging as the strongest sales performer in the quarter. The company also highlighted improved customer relationships and many customers reengaged in purchases after working through excess inventory.

Management also stated that order activity strengthened meaningfully, with bookings for the March quarter significantly higher than those witnessed in the December quarter. The book-to-bill ratio for the March quarter was well above 1, resulting in a much higher backlog entering the June quarter compared with when the company entered the March quarter. Additionally, April was the largest booking month in almost four years.

Upbeat Outlook Bodes Well: In the June quarter (first-quarter fiscal 2027), management expects strong growth from the data center, aerospace and defense sector, industrial, and automotive end markets. All business units are anticipated to drive growth. For the June quarter, net sales are expected in the $1.442-$1.469 billion band. The company expects non-GAAP earnings of 67-71 cents per share, alongside a non-GAAP gross margin of 62.25-63.25% and a non-GAAP operating expense of 28.75-29.25%.

Impressive Earnings History: Microchip has outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings in each of the past four quarters. The average beat is 8.7%.

MCHP Still a Smart Buy for InvestorsMicrochip is well-positioned for continued success. Microchip’s growth outlook is impressive and supported by data center connectivity ramps, aerospace and defense demand, and operating leverage as utilization normalizes. The strong earnings history also bodes well for the company.

The consensus price target for MCHP stock is $115.67, implying an upside of more than 15% from current levels.

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With many positives driving the stock, MCHP presents a compelling investment opportunity now. This Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stock is an ideal candidate for addition to one's portfolio. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.  

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FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC) announced today it will release its second quarter 2026 earnings on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, after the stock market close via PR Newswire and the company's website https://investors.fmc.com.

The company will host a webcast conference call on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET that is open to the public via internet broadcast and telephone.

Conference Call Details:

Internet broadcast: https://investors.fmc.com

United States (Local): +1 585 542 9983
United States (Toll-Free): +1 833 461 5787
Global Dial-In Numbers:  Global Dial-in Number
Access Code: 204774808

Pre-Registration Link:
https://events.q4inc.com/analyst/204774808?pwd=HsV6lDJU

Webcast Details:  
https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/204774808

About FMC

FMC Corporation is a global agricultural sciences company dedicated to helping growers produce food, feed, fiber and fuel for an expanding world population while adapting to a changing environment. FMC's innovative crop protection solutions – including biologicals, crop nutrition, digital and precision agriculture – enable growers and crop advisers to address their toughest challenges economically while protecting the environment. FMC is committed to discovering new herbicide, insecticide and fungicide active ingredients, product formulations and pioneering technologies that are consistently better for the planet. Visit fmc.com to learn more and follow us on LinkedIn®.

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Key Takeaways FMC plans to sell its Newark property for about $114 million in gross proceeds.FMC will lease back its current facilities and use proceeds to reduce debt under its asset plan.FMC says its Stine Research Center and core R&D work will remain intact after the sale. FMC Corporation (FMC - Free Report) has announced a framework agreement to sell its property in Newark, DE, for roughly $114 million in gross proceeds. The transaction remains subject to a due diligence period, closing conditions, and adjustments.On completion, FMC plans to lease back the facilities it currently operates under a separate lease agreement while also retaining ownership of its adjacent properties in Maryland.

The decision arrived as a part of FMC’s ongoing effort to optimize its asset base by liquidating underutilized real estate and using the proceeds to reduce debt. The company will maintain its operations to continue on its growth strategy. FMC’s Stine Research Center, which serves as the global headquarters for its R&D organization, will continue operating at the Newark site after the transaction. The company stated that its scientific infrastructure, R&D capabilities and core research activities will remain fully intact.

The Stine Research Center will continue to play a central role in advancing FMC’s innovation pipeline. The company will now reduce its underutilized space while improving the world-class facilities and infrastructure.

The transaction reflects FMC’s commitment to strengthening its balance sheet while preserving investments that support long-term growth. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. However, FMC noted that the leaseback and operational terms are still in the preliminary stage of negotiations, and there is no guarantee that the transaction will ultimately be completed.

FMC shares have slumped 73.8% over the past year against the industry’s 3.9% growth.

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FMC’s Zacks Rank & Key PicksFMC currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Albemarle Corporation (ALB - Free Report) , Dow Inc. (DOW - Free Report) and Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. (ASM - Free Report) .

While ALB and DOW sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) each at present, ASM carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ALB’s 2026 earnings is pinned at $12.39 per share, indicating a 1,668.35% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed once, with an average surprise of 74.5%. ALB’s shares have jumped 148.4% over the past year.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for DOW’s 2026 earnings is pegged at $2.61 per share, indicating a rise of 377.66% year over year. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters. DOW’sshares have gained 13.1% over the past year.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ASM’s current fiscal-year earnings is pinned at 39 cents per share, indicating a 34.48% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average surprise of 125%.

SM Energy (SM - Free Report) has recently been on Zacks.com's list of the most searched stocks. Therefore, you might want to consider some of the key factors that could influence the stock's performance in the near future.

Shares of this independent oil and gas company have returned -18.4% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.1% change. The Zacks Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - United States industry, to which SM Energy belongs, has lost 8.7% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?

While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company's business prospects usually make its stock 'trending' and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.

Revisions to Earnings EstimatesHere 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.

Our analysis is essentially based on how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to take the latest business trends into account. When earnings estimates for a company go up, the fair value for its stock goes up as well. And when a stock's fair value is higher than its current market price, investors tend to buy the stock, resulting in its price moving upward. Because of this, empirical studies indicate a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock price movements.

SM Energy is expected to post earnings of $1.87 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +24.7%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed +2.1%.

For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $7.3 points to a change of +34.7% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed +1.1%.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $8.1 indicates a change of +11% from what SM Energy is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -0.4%.

Having a strong externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool, the Zacks Rank, offers a more conclusive picture of a stock's price direction in the near term, since it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. Due to the size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, SM Energy is rated Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

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

12 Month EPS

Revenue Growth ForecastWhile earnings growth is arguably the most superior indicator of a company's financial health, nothing happens as such if a business isn't able to grow its revenues. After all, it's nearly impossible for a company to increase its earnings for an extended period without increasing its revenues. So, it's important to know a company's potential revenue growth.

For SM Energy, the consensus sales estimate for the current quarter of $2.05 billion indicates a year-over-year change of +158.2%. For the current and next fiscal years, $7.56 billion and $7.67 billion estimates indicate +139.6% and +1.5% changes, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistorySM Energy reported revenues of $1.48 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +75.1%. EPS of $1.55 for the same period compares with $1.76 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.44 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +2.96%. The EPS surprise was +20.16%.

The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates two times 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.

The Zacks Value Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which pays close attention to both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics to grade stocks from A to F (an A is better than a B; a B is better than a C; and so on), is pretty helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.

SM Energy is graded A 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 SM Energy. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 23, 2026) - Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd. (TSXV: SM) (OTCQX: SMDRF) ("Sierra Madre" or the "Company") is pleased to to report that all matters were approved at the Company's annual general shareholders meeting (the "Meeting") held on June 23, 2026. At the Meeting the Company's shareholders re-elected all of the Company's current board of directors, Alexander Langer, Gregory Smith, Alejandro Caraveo-Vallina, Jorge Ramiro Monroy and Sean McGrath, as well as approved the appointment of the Company's current auditor, BDO Canada LLP. The Company's shareholders also re-approved the Company's existing 10% rolling stock option plan in accordance with the requirements of the TSX Venture Exchange.

About Sierra Madre

Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd. is a precious metals development and exploration company focused on the Guitarra mine in the Temascaltepec mining district, Mexico, and the exploration and development of its Tepic property in Nayarit, Mexico. The Guitarra mine is a permitted underground mine, which includes a 500 tpd processing facility that operated until mid-2018 and restarted commercial production in January 2025.

The +2,600 ha Tepic Project hosts low-sulphidation epithermal gold and silver mineralization with an existing historic resource.

Sierra Madre's management team has played key roles in managing the exploration and development of silver and gold mineral reserves and mineral resources. Sierra Madre's team of professionals has collectively raised over $1 billion for mining companies.

On behalf of the board of directors of Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd.,

"Alexander Langer"

Alexander Langer
President, Chief Executive Officer and Director

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

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On June 23, 2026, Generac Holdings Inc GNRC shares fell 7.1% to $274.54, marking a significant decline amidst a fluctuating price history. The stock has experienced a 52-week range of $126.72 to $296.03, highlighting its volatility over the past year.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $274.54 is 71.2% above the GF Value™ of $160.39, indicating significant overvaluation.GF Score™ of 77/100 suggests the stock is above average compared to peers.Insiders sold $2.4M worth of stock in the last three months, indicating a lack of confidence in the stock's near-term prospects. Is GNRC Overvalued or Undervalued? The current market price of Generac Holdings Inc GNRC at $274.54 is significantly higher than the GF Value™ estimate of $160.39. This indicates that the stock is overvalued by approximately 71.2%, suggesting a substantial disparity between its current trading price and intrinsic value. The GF Valuation label categorizes GNRC as "Significantly Overvalued," implying that there may be heightened risk for potential investors if the stock price fails to align with its intrinsic value.

Moreover, this overvaluation presents a margin of safety issue for investors. With the current price greatly exceeding the GF Value™, there is a notable risk that the stock could face downward price adjustments if the market corrects itself. GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates.

How Does GNRC's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 86.1x 35.4x Forward P/E 30.5x N/A Currently, GNRC's P/E ratio of 86.1x is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 35.4x, indicating the stock is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation. The forward P/E of 30.5x suggests some expectations of future earnings growth, yet this still aligns with the GF Value™ verdict that GNRC is overvalued. Overall, the P/E analysis supports the notion that the current valuation is not justified based on historical performance.

What Does GNRC's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 77 Financial Strength 6/10 Profitability 8/10 Growth 8/10 Valuation 1/10 Momentum 9/10 The GF Score™ of 77/100 indicates that GNRC is performing above average relative to its peers. The strongest areas are in profitability and growth, both rated at 8/10, suggesting that the company has robust earnings capabilities and favorable growth potential. However, the valuation score of 1/10 is a stark contrast, highlighting significant concerns regarding the stock's current price relative to its intrinsic value. Financial strength is also moderately rated at 6/10, suggesting that while the company is stable, there is room for improvement.

What Are Insiders Doing with GNRC Stock? In the past three months, insiders have sold $2.4 million in Generac Holdings Inc GNRC stock, with no reported buying activity. This pattern of selling may indicate a lack of confidence among insiders regarding the stock's future performance, which could be a concerning signal for potential investors. Insiders typically have better insights into the company's operational outlook, and their selling could reflect concerns about valuation or upcoming challenges.

What This Means for Investors Based on the analysis of GF Value™, Generac Holdings Inc GNRC is currently classified as overvalued. The significant gap between the current price and the intrinsic value suggests that investors may face risks associated with holding the stock at this premium level.

For the complete analysis, visit the Generac Holdings Inc GNRC 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 GNRC's GF Score™?

GNRC has a GF Score™ of 77/100, indicating it is above average compared to its peers and suggesting potential for higher long-term returns.

Is GNRC overvalued or undervalued?

GNRC is currently overvalued, with a GF Value™ estimate of $160.39, which is significantly lower than the current trading price of $274.54.

What is GNRC's P/E ratio?

GNRC's P/E ratio is 86.1x, which is substantially higher than its 5-year median P/E of 35.4x, suggesting it is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation.

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Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Emcor Group (EME - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of B. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Emcor Group currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market? In order to see if EME is a promising momentum pick, let's examine some Momentum Style elements to see if this construction and maintenance company holds up.

Looking at a stock's short-term price activity is a great way to gauge if it has momentum, since this can reflect both the current interest in a stock and if buyers or sellers have the upper hand at the moment. It's also helpful to compare a security to its industry; this can show investors the best companies in a particular area.

For EME, shares are up 1.65% over the past week while the Zacks Building Products - Heavy Construction industry is up 2.45% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 2.35% compares favorably with the industry's 5.83% performance as well.

Considering longer term price metrics, like performance over the last three months or year, can be advantageous as well. Shares of Emcor Group have increased 23.93% over the past quarter, and have gained 75.67% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 15.12% and 26.7%, respectively.

Investors should also pay attention to EME's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. EME is currently averaging 388,295 shares for the last 20 days.

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score also takes into account trends in estimate revisions, in addition to price changes. Please note that estimate revision trends remain at the core of Zacks Rank as well. A nice path here can help show promise, and we have recently been seeing that with EME.

Over the past two months, 3 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost EME's consensus estimate, increasing from $28.24 to $29.22 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 2 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineGiven these factors, it shouldn't be surprising that EME is a #2 (Buy) stock and boasts a Momentum Score of B. If you're looking for a fresh pick that's set to soar in the near-term, make sure to keep Emcor Group on your short list.

Key Takeaways Dollar Tree expanded gross margin 120 bps on higher merchandise margins, freight gains and lower shrink.Shrink reduction was the largest contributor to the quarterly gross margin beat.Dollar Tree expects higher fuel costs and potential tariff increases to pressure profitability in FY26. Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR - Free Report) delivered one of its strongest profitability performances in recent quarters, demonstrating the effectiveness of its ongoing operational and merchandising initiatives. Despite a challenging consumer environment and persistent tariff-related pressures, the company generated meaningful margin improvement through better execution across key areas of the business. Management highlighted progress in shrink reduction, merchandise optimization and cost controls, underscoring that many of the factors driving profitability are company-specific and within its control.

Margin performance stood out in the quarter. Gross margin expanded 120 basis points year over year, supported by higher merchandise margins, freight favorability and lower shrink. Adjusted operating margin also improved 110 basis points to 9.5%, reflecting stronger execution across controllable areas of the business. These gains came despite headwinds from higher tariffs and markdown activity, underscoring Dollar Tree’s ability to protect profitability through operational discipline.

A key contributor to the margin expansion was the company's progress in reducing shrink — an area management has aggressively targeted through its Gold Store standards, enhanced audits, improved training and product-protection initiatives. Executives indicated that shrink improvement was the single largest contributor to the quarterly gross margin beat. At the same time, inventory discipline has improved significantly, with inventory declining 9% year over year despite sales growth of 7.2%. Better inventory management, improved merchandise productivity and a more efficient supply chain are creating a stronger foundation for sustainable profitability.

The key question now is whether these gains can continue amid an uncertain tariff environment. Management remains cautiously optimistic, noting that operational improvements are largely within its control and should continue to support margins. However, the company expects higher fuel costs and potential tariff increases in the second half of fiscal 2026, which could create fresh pressure on profitability. Even so, Dollar Tree's ongoing shrink-reduction efforts, disciplined cost management and growing contribution from higher-margin multi-price merchandise position the retailer to offset at least part of these external headwinds. If execution remains strong, margin expansion could remain an important earnings driver despite the tariff uncertainty ahead.

DLTR’s Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of this Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company have gained 7% in the past three months against the industry’s loss of 1.5%.

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From a valuation standpoint, DLTR trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 15.69X compared with the industry’s average of 31.25X.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for DLTR’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies year-over-year growth of 6.5% and 21.5%, respectively. For the next fiscal year, the consensus estimate indicates a 6.2% rise in sales and 10.2% growth in earnings. The company’s EPS estimate for both fiscal years has remained stable in the past seven days.

Other Key PicksRoss Stores (ROST - Free Report) , a leading U.S. off-price retailer operating Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS stores, sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present. ROST delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 10.2%, on average. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

The consensus estimate for Ross Stores’ current fiscal-year sales and earnings suggests growth of 9.1% and 17.1%, respectively, from the year-ago figures.

Five Below, Inc. (FIVE - Free Report) , which operates as a specialty value retailer, currently flaunts a Zacks Rank #1. FIVE delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 70.1%, on average.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Five Below’s current fiscal-year sales and earnings suggests growth of 14.7% and 31.7%, respectively, from the year-ago figures.

Tapestry, Inc. (TPR - Free Report) provides accessories and lifestyle brand products in North America, Greater China, the rest of Asia and internationally. At present, TPR sports a Zacks Rank of 1.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current fiscal-year sales and earnings implies growth of 13.8% and 36.3%, respectively, from the year-ago reported figures. TPR has delivered a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 15.6%, on average.

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What are the Zacks Style Scores? The Zacks Style Scores is a unique set of guidelines that rates stocks based on three popular investing types, and were developed as complementary indicators for the Zacks Rank. This combination helps investors choose securities with the highest chances of beating the market over the next 30 days.

Based on their value, growth, and momentum characteristics, each stock is assigned a rating of A, B, C, D, or F. The better the score, the better chance the stock will outperform; an A is better than a B, a B is better than a C, and so on.

The Style Scores are broken down into four categories:

Value ScoreFor value investors, it's all about finding good stocks at good prices, and discovering which companies are trading under their true value before the broader market catches on. The Value Style Score utilizes ratios like P/E, PEG, Price/Sales, Price/Cash Flow, and a host of other multiples to help pick out the most attractive and discounted stocks.

Growth ScoreGrowth investors, on the other hand, are more concerned with a company's financial strength and health, and its future outlook. The Growth Style Score examines things like projected and historic earnings, sales, and cash flow to find stocks that will experience sustainable growth over time.

Momentum ScoreMomentum trading is all about taking advantage of upward or downward trends in a stock's price or earnings outlook, and these investors live by the saying "the trend is your friend." The Momentum Style Score can pinpoint good times to build a position in a stock, using factors like one-week price change and the monthly percentage change in earnings estimates.

VGM ScoreWhat if you like to use all three types of investing? The VGM Score is a combination of all Style Scores, making it one of the most comprehensive indicators to use with the Zacks Rank. It rates each stock on their combined weighted styles, which helps narrow down the companies with the most attractive value, best growth forecast, and most promising momentum.

How Style Scores Work with the Zacks Rank The Zacks Rank is a proprietary stock-rating model that harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions, or changes to a company's earnings expectations, to help investors build a successful portfolio.

#1 (Strong Buy) stocks have produced an unmatched +24% average annual return since 1988, which is more than double the S&P 500's performance over the same time frame. However, the Zacks Rank examines a ton of stocks, and there can be more than 200 companies with a Strong Buy rank, and another 600 with a #2 (Buy) rank, on any given day.

This totals more than 800 top-rated stocks, and it can be overwhelming to try and pick the best stocks for you and your portfolio.

That's where the Style Scores come in.

You want to make sure you're buying stocks with the highest likelihood of success, and to do that, you'll need to pick stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B. If you like a stock that only has a #3 (Hold) rank, it should also have Scores of A or B to guarantee as much upside potential as possible.

As mentioned above, the Scores are designed to work with the Zacks Rank, so any change to a company's earnings outlook should be a deciding factor when picking which stocks to buy.

A stock with a #4 (Sell) or #5 (Strong Sell) rating, for instance, even one with Scores of A and B, will still have a declining earnings forecast, and a greater chance its share price will fall too.

Thus, the more stocks you own with a #1 or #2 Rank and Scores of A or B, the better.

Stock to Watch: Agco (AGCO - Free Report) Established in 1990, headquartered in Duluth, GA, AGCO Corporation is a leading manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment and related replacement parts. The company offers a full product line of farm equipment through a wide network of dealers and distributors across 140 countries.  

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

Momentum investors should take note of this Industrial Products stock. AGCO has a Momentum Style Score of B, and shares are up 1% over the past four weeks.

For fiscal 2026, six analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.24 to $5.99 per share. AGCO boasts an average earnings surprise of +41.4%.

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

Match Group has a long history in the dating app space, being the parent company behind popular apps like Tinder and Hinge as well as legacy sites like Match.com. The stock has been hammered over the past five years as the market seems to rerate dating app stocks. But now I think MTCH provides value in two ways. Match is a cash-generating slow-grower, with underrated network effects giving it pricing power. And with new CEO Spencer Rascoff at the helm, the Tinder turnaround effort provides potential for upside.

Momentum investing revolves around the idea of following a stock's recent trend in either direction. In "long context," investors will be essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." With this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving that way. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Cognex Corporation (CGNX - Free Report) , a company that currently holds a Momentum Style Score of B. We also talk about price change and earnings estimate revisions, two of the main aspects of the Momentum Style Score.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Cognex Corporation currently has a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market? In order to see if CGNX is a promising momentum pick, let's examine some Momentum Style elements to see if this company holds up.

A good momentum benchmark for a stock is to look at its short-term price activity, as this can reflect both current interest and if buyers or sellers currently have the upper hand. It's also helpful to compare a security to its industry; this can show investors the best companies in a particular area.

For CGNX, shares are up 3.91% over the past week while the Zacks Electronics - Testing Equipment industry is up 1.48% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 2.28% compares favorably with the industry's 2.28% performance as well.

While any stock can see its price increase, it takes a real winner to consistently beat the market. That is why looking at longer term price metrics -- such as performance over the past three months or year -- can be useful as well. Over the past quarter, shares of Cognex Corporation have risen 47.15%, and are up 126.62% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 15.12% and 26.7%, respectively.

Investors should also pay attention to CGNX's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. CGNX is currently averaging 2,032,283 shares for the last 20 days.

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score also takes into account trends in estimate revisions, in addition to price changes. Please note that estimate revision trends remain at the core of Zacks Rank as well. A nice path here can help show promise, and we have recently been seeing that with CGNX.

Over the past two months, 6 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost CGNX's consensus estimate, increasing from $1.25 to $1.49 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 5 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineGiven these factors, it shouldn't be surprising that CGNX is a #1 (Strong Buy) stock and boasts a Momentum Score of B. If you're looking for a fresh pick that's set to soar in the near-term, make sure to keep Cognex Corporation on your short list.

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First BanCorp (the “Corporation”) (NYSE: FBP), the bank holding company for FirstBank Puerto Rico, announced today that it expects to report its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, before the market opens on July 22, 2026.

First BanCorp will hold a conference call and live webcast to discuss the financial results at 10:00am Eastern Time on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The call and webcast will be broadcast live over the internet and can be accessed through the Corporation’s investor relations website: fbpinvestor.com.

Listeners are recommended to go to the website at least 15 minutes prior to the call to download and install any necessary software. The call may also be accessed through a dial-in telephone number 800-715-9871 or 646-307-1963. The participant access code is 1895316. Following the webcast presentation, a question-and-answer session will be made available to research analysts and institutional investors.

A telephone replay will be available until August 21, 2026, at 800-770-2030, with access code 1895316. A replay of the webcast will be archived on First BanCorp’s website until July 22, 2027.

About First BanCorp

First BanCorp is the parent corporation of FirstBank Puerto Rico, a state-chartered commercial bank with operations in Puerto Rico, the U.S. and British Virgin Islands and Florida, and of FirstBank Insurance Agency, LLC.

First BanCorp’s shares of common stock trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “FBP.”

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A strong stock as of late has been CNO Financial (CNO - Free Report) . Shares have been marching higher, with the stock up 12.2% over the past month. The stock hit a new 52-week high of $52.82 in the previous session. CNO has gained 24.3% since the start of the year compared to the 3.7% move for the Zacks Finance sector and the -0.9% return for the Zacks Insurance - Multi line industry.

What's Driving the Outperformance?The stock has a great record of positive earnings surprises, having beaten the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the last four quarters. In its last earnings report on April 30, 2026, CNO reported EPS of $1.29 versus consensus estimate of $0.91.

For the current fiscal year, CNO is expected to post earnings of $4.46 per share on $3.99 in revenues. This represents a 9.31% change in EPS on a -11.73% change in revenues. For the next fiscal year, the company is expected to earn $4.89 per share on $4.11 in revenues. This represents a year-over-year change of 9.75% and 3.03%, respectively.

Valuation MetricsThough CNO has recently hit a 52-week high, what is next for CNO? A key aspect of this question is taking a look at valuation metrics in order to determine if the company is due for a pullback from this level.

On this front, we can look at the Zacks Style Scores, as these give investors a variety of ways to comb through stocks (beyond looking at the Zacks Rank of a security). The individual style scores for Value, Growth, Momentum and the combined VGM Score run from A through F. The idea behind the style scores is to help investors pick the most appropriate Zacks Rank stocks based on their individual investment style.

CNO has a Value Score of A. The stock's Growth and Momentum Scores are D and D, respectively, giving the company a VGM Score of B.

In terms of its value breakdown, the stock currently trades at 11.8X current fiscal year EPS estimates, which is a premium to the peer industry average of 9.6X. On a trailing cash flow basis, the stock currently trades at 7.7X versus its peer group's average of 9.5X. This is good enough to put the company in the top echelon of all stocks we cover from a value perspective, making CNO an interesting choice for value investors.

Zacks RankWe also need to consider the stock's Zacks Rank, as this is even more important than the company's VGM Score. Fortunately, CNO currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) thanks to favorable earnings estimate revisions from covering analysts.

Since we recommend that investors select stocks carrying Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) and Style Scores of A or B, it looks as if CNO passes the test. Thus, it seems as though CNO shares could have potential in the weeks and months to come.

How Does CNO Stack Up to the Competition?Shares of CNO have been soaring, and the company still appears to be a decent choice, but what about the rest of the industry? One industry peer that looks good is Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. (HG - Free Report) . HG has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) and a Value Score of A, a Growth Score of B, and a Momentum Score of D.

Earnings were strong last quarter. Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. beat our consensus estimate by 60.78%, and for the current fiscal year, HG is expected to post earnings of $4.10 per share on revenue of $2.87 billion.

Shares of Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. have gained 2.3% over the past month, and currently trade at a forward P/E of 7.9X and a P/CF of 6.82X.

The Insurance - Multi line industry may rank in the bottom 63% of all the industries we have in our universe, but there still looks like there are some nice tailwinds for CNO and HG, even beyond their own solid fundamental situation.

EDMONTON, AB / ACCESS Newswire / June 22, 2026 / Rocky Mountain Liquor Inc. (TSX-V:RUM) (the "Company" or "Rocky Mountain"), listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (the "Exchange"), today reported the shareholder voting results of its 2026 Annual General Meeting held June 22, 2026 in Edmonton, Alberta.

The below individuals were nominated and received the requisite majority of votes and will be directors of the Company for the ensuing year:

Peter J. Byrne

Max W. Schapiro

Chris Queitsch

Allison Radford

Courtney Burton

Gene Coleman

Shareholders voted and approved to appoint PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Chartered Accountants as Auditors of the Company for the ensuing year and authorizing the directors to fix their remuneration.

Shareholders voted to ratify and approve the Company's Stock Option Plan.

About Rocky Mountain

Rocky Mountain is a public company whose shares are traded on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSX-V:RUM). Rocky Mountain is the parent to a wholly owned subsidiary, Andersons Liquor Inc. headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, which owns and operates 22 private liquor stores in that province.

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Are you looking for explosive AI-driven growth or a steady platform used by the world's largest corporations? Choosing between Innodata (INOD 2.49%) and Workiva (WK +3.38%) requires balancing high-risk data engineering against established regulatory software.

Innodata specializes in preparing the massive data sets required to train modern artificial intelligence (AI) models. In contrast, Workiva provides a cloud-based environment that helps large enterprises manage complex financial and compliance reporting. While both serve elite corporate clients, their financial profiles and growth trajectories differ significantly.

The case for InnodataInnodata operates as a global data engineering firm providing the human expertise and frameworks necessary for generative AI. The company serves many of the world's largest technology companies, including five of the "Magnificent Seven." However, its revenue remains highly concentrated, with one customer accounting for approximately 58% of total revenue in its most recent fiscal year. Customer concentration like this adds a layer of risk to the business, as the loss of this single client would be devastating. This is especially true since contracts are often project-based and terminable with as little as 30 days' notice.

In fiscal 2025, revenue reached nearly $252 million, representing a 48% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is largely driven by the surging demand for high-quality data to power large language models among tech stocks. The company reported net income of approximately $32 million for the same period. Although net margin decreased slightly from 16.8% in 2024 to 12.8% in 2025, the company remains profitable as it scales its operations.

As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the company reported a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.1x, indicating it holds very little debt relative to its equity. The current ratio, which measures a company's ability to pay off short-term liabilities with short-term assets, stands at a healthy 2.7x. Free cash flow for the year was roughly $35 million, though you should look closely at the composition of that cash. Note that stock-based compensation (SBC) represented roughly 23.8% of operating cash flow, which inflates reported cash generation since SBC is a non-cash expense added back in the cash flow statement.

The case for WorkivaWorkiva provides a secure, collaborative platform that helps organizations connect data across finance, sustainability, and risk teams. It has a massive footprint, serving over 6,600 organizations, including more than 95% of the Fortune 100 entities. The company's business model is highly predictable, with approximately 92% of its revenue coming from recurring subscription and support fees. This stability is bolstered by a strong net retention rate of nearly 112.8%, suggesting that existing customers continue to spend more on the platform over time.

For fiscal 2025, revenue grew by nearly 20% to $884 million. Despite consistent double-digit revenue growth, the company reported a net loss of approximately $26 million for the year. However, this was an improvement from the net loss of $55.0 million seen in 2024. The net margin improved from-7.5% to-3.0% over that period, indicating a clear trend toward potential bottom-line profitability.

As of its December 2025 balance sheet, Workiva's debt-to-equity ratio was -145x, indicating that its total liabilities exceeded its shareholders’ equity. The company maintained a current ratio of roughly 1.6x, indicating it still has enough short-term assets to cover its immediate obligations. Free cash flow for the year was strong at nearly $138 million. You should be aware that stock-based compensation represented roughly 87.8% of operating cash flow, meaning reported cash generation is heavily inflated by this non-cash add-back.

Risk profile comparisonInnodata faces significant risks due to its extreme reliance on a single customer for more than half of its annual revenue. Any shift in that client's AI strategy or a decision to move data engineering in-house could lead to a rapid decline in sales. Furthermore, its global operations in regions such as the Philippines and India expose it to geopolitical instability and complex international labor laws, including ongoing litigation in the Philippines with potential liabilities of approximately $5.6 million.

Workiva operates in a highly fragmented market and faces competition from large, diversified providers such as Oracle. Its business is also closely tied to regulatory requirements; if government agencies simplify financial or sustainability reporting standards, demand for Workiva's specialized platform could decline. Additionally, because the platform serves as a repository for sensitive corporate financial data, any cybersecurity breach could cause significant reputational damage. The company must also successfully monetize its new AI features to maintain its competitive edge against niche software vendors.

Valuation comparisonWorkiva appears significantly more affordable based on future earnings estimates and sales multiples, while Innodata commands a steep premium due to its rapid growth in the AI sector.

MetricInnodataWorkivaSector BenchmarkForward P/E88.5x16.3x37.6xP/S ratio12.4x3.0xSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLK sector ETF.
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AI is driving enormous demand for chips and components going into data centers. But data cleaning is also essential and accounts for a high percentage of the cost of AI training. This is a significant opportunity for Innodata, though there are risks to consider.

The stock trades at a high multiple of sales and expected earnings. This adds to the risk of being dependent on one customer. The upside is that it is seeing significant revenue growth, and management is making progress to serve more customers. Revenue from other big customers increased by 453% year over year last quarter.

Workiva is also a high-risk for investors. It is not growing revenue as quickly as Innodata and carries significant debt. Both companies have recently started reporting a profit, but have an inconsistent history.

There is no clear winner here, but I would favor Innodata despite its higher valuation and customer concentration risk. AI is not going away, and that’s going to drive more demand for data cleaning services. Over the long term, Innodata may have significant room to grow, as reflected in its faster revenue growth rate.

However, investors should closely monitor its customer diversification efforts. If Innodata fails to significantly expand beyond the one large customer, that would be a red flag. As long as it makes progress in winning new customers, the stock could offer attractive returns.

NEW YORK, June 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Hub Group Inc. (NASDAQ:HUBG) for potential securities fraud after significant stock drops.

If you invested in Hub Group, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/hub-group-class-action-lawsuit.

Key Details of the Hub Group ($HUBG) Class Action Investigation:

Investigation Overview: Securities fraud regarding Hub Group’s financial restatements for the first nine months of 2025 and for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 due to prematurely or incorrectly recognized transactions.Stock Declines: February 6, 2026 - 18% Stock DropMay 12, 2026 - 13% Stock Drop Action: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Why is Hub Group Being Investigated for Securities Fraud?

Hub Group is a supply chain solutions provider that offers transportation and logistics management services. Hub Group is one of the largest freight transportation providers in North America. 

BFA is investigating Hub Group’s financial statements for the first nine months of 2025 and for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, due to prematurely or incorrectly recognized transactions.

Why did Hub Group’s Stock Drop?

On February 5, 2026, Hub Group announced that it would delay the full release of its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results and will restate its financial statements for the first three quarters of 2025 due to an error that understated purchased transportation costs and accounts payable.

This news caused the price of Hub Group stock to decline $9.37 per share, or 18%, from a closing price of $51.33 per share on February 5, 2026, to $41.96 per share on February 6, 2026.

Then, on May 12, 2026, Hub Group announced that its previously issued audited financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 were materially misstated and should no longer be relied upon. Hub Group stated that it identified premature or incorrectly recognized transactions and that it expects to conclude that it did not maintain effective disclosure controls and internal control over financial reporting for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.

This news caused the price of Hub Group stock to decline $5.24 per share, or 13%, from a closing price of $41.86 per share on May 11, 2026, to $36.62 per share on May 12, 2026.

Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/hub-group-class-action-lawsuit.

What Can You Do?

If you invested in Hub Group, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

Submit your information by visiting:

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Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.

Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.” 

Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.

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NEW YORK, June 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP continues its investigation on behalf of Kemper Corporation (“Kemper” or the “Company”) (NYSE:KMPR) investors concerning the Company’s and/or members of its senior management’s possible violation of the federal securities laws and other unlawful business practices.

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What Happened?

On May 6, 2026, Kemper stated that “[t]he increase in minimum liability limits effective January 1, 2025, has led to greater attorney involvement in claims and higher loss costs.” Management further admitted: “This trend has developed over several quarters.” Kemper also stated that although the relevant California rate filing was “6.9%” in aggregate, it was “about 50 points on bodily injury.” On this news, the price of Kemper shares declined by $3.37 per share, or approximately 10%, from $32.77 per share on May 6, 2026 to close at $29.40 on May 7, 2026.

What Should I Do?

At this stage, no lawsuit has been filed. The investigation is ongoing to determine whether claims may be brought under federal securities laws.

If you purchased or otherwise acquired Kemper securities, have information, or would like to learn more about this investigation, please contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by email at [email protected], or fill out the contact form below, to discuss your rights or interests with respect to these matters at no cost.

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Kirby McInerney LLP is a New York-based plaintiffs’ law firm concentrating in securities, antitrust, whistleblower, and consumer litigation. The firm’s efforts on behalf of shareholders in securities litigation have resulted in recoveries totaling billions of dollars. Additional information about the firm can be found at Kirby McInerney LLP’s website.

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Vicor is rated Buy with a $380 price target, offering pure-play exposure to AI datacenter power delivery—a critical, underappreciated bottleneck. VICR's proprietary 48V architecture and Vertical Power Delivery address hyperscaler needs, enabling significant power and cooling savings at rack-level density. Q2 guidance was raised mid-quarter to $142M, with backlog surging to $300.6M; management targets 60–65% gross margins as AI module volumes scale.

On June 23, 2026, Vicor Corp VICR shares fell 8.1% to $336.16, a significant drop in the context of a volatile year for the stock. Over the past 52 weeks, VICR has fluctuated between a low of $41.76 and a high of $369.40, showcasing its dramatic price movements in recent months.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $336.16 vs GF Value™ of $62.88, indicating a 434.6% overvaluation.GF Score™ of 81/100 signifies a strong overall performance relative to peers.Insider activity shows that insiders sold $175.7M worth of shares in the last 3 months, with no buying activity reported. Is VICR Overvalued or Undervalued? With a current price of $336.16 and a GF Value™ of $62.88, Vicor Corp is significantly overvalued by approximately 434.6%. This valuation risk suggests that the stock might face downward pressure as the market corrects itself towards its intrinsic value. The GF Valuation label indicates that the stock is "Significantly Overvalued," highlighting a substantial margin of safety for potential buyers if the stock were to decline towards its fair value.

GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. Given this significant discrepancy between the current price and the estimated fair value, investors may need to exercise caution and consider the potential risks involved with investing in an overvalued stock like VICR.

How Does VICR's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 112.4x 77.3x Forward P/E 115.6x N/A The current P/E (TTM) of 112.4x is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 77.3x, indicating that VICR is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation. This analysis aligns with the GF Value™ verdict, further reinforcing the conclusion that the stock is overvalued in the current market environment.

What Does VICR's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 81/100 Financial Strength 8/10 Profitability 8/10 Growth 10/10 Valuation 1/10 Momentum 6/10 Vicor Corp's GF Score™ of 81/100 indicates a strong overall performance, particularly in growth, where it achieves a perfect score of 10/10. However, the valuation rank of just 1/10 is a significant red flag, suggesting that the high growth potential is not currently reflected in a reasonable valuation. The financial strength and profitability scores of 8/10 also indicate that while the company is financially sound, its current price does not support an attractive investment case.

What Are Insiders Doing with VICR Stock? In the last three months, insider activity has been notably bearish, with insiders selling $175.7 million worth of shares and no buying activity reported. This trend raises concerns about the management's confidence in the company's future performance, as substantial selling by insiders could signal that they believe the stock is overvalued or that they anticipate challenges ahead. The absence of insider buying further emphasizes caution for potential investors.

What This Means for Investors Based on the GF Value™ assessment, Vicor Corp VICR is currently overvalued. With a significant gap between the current price and the estimated fair value, potential investors should be wary of entering a position at this time. The company's strong growth metrics and financial strength are overshadowed by the alarming valuation and insider selling activity.

For the complete analysis, visit the Vicor Corp VICR 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 VICR's GF Score™?

VICR's GF Score™ is 81/100, indicating a strong overall performance relative to its peers, with notable strengths in growth and financial strength.

Is VICR overvalued or undervalued?

VICR is considered overvalued, with a GF Value™ of $62.88 compared to its current price of $336.16, suggesting a significant margin of safety for potential investments.

What is VICR's P/E ratio?

VICR's P/E (TTM) is 112.4x, which is significantly above its 5-year median P/E of 77.3x, reinforcing the notion that the stock is currently overvalued.

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].