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2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
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Host Hotels Q1 FFO Tops Estimates on RevPAR Growth, Room Rate Rises
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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Key Takeaways HST Q1 adjusted FFO rose 4.7% as RevPAR growth was fueled by higher room rates and occupancy gains.HST lifted 2026 RevPAR and adjusted FFO per share guidance after stronger pricing and demand trends.HST sold three hotels for $1.1B-plus, boosting net income and supporting liquidity and buybacks. Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 adjusted funds from operations (FFO) per share of 67 cents, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 63 cents by 6.3%. The metric increased 4.7% from the prior-year quarter.

Total revenues were $1.65 billion, up 3.2% year over year and ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.63 billion. Results benefited from stronger portfolio-level pricing and demand, with comparable hotel RevPAR rising 4.4% and comparable hotel Total RevPAR up 4.6% from first-quarter 2025.

HST’s RevPAR Gains Led by Room Rate StrengthComparable hotel RevPAR was $244.11 in the quarter, supported primarily by higher room rates. Average room rate increased to $347.24 from $334.24 a year ago, while comparable average occupancy edged up to 70.3% from 69.9%.

Performance varied by market, with San Francisco/San Jose posting a 25.6% RevPAR gain and Miami up 14.9%. The company also cited strong performances tied to San Francisco around the Super Bowl and strength across the Florida markets, though results in Hawaii reflected impacts from the Kona Low rainstorm in March 2026.

HST Sees Margin Lift on Better OperationsGAAP operating profit improved to $319 million from $285 million in first-quarter 2025, translating to an operating profit margin of 19.4% versus 17.9% a year ago. Net income rose to $501 million from $251 million, aided by asset-sale activity in the period.

Comparable hotel EBITDA increased 7% year over year to $505 million. Comparable hotel EBITDA margin expanded 70 basis points to 32.7%, as rate-driven gains outweighed higher wage expenses, while adjusted EBITDAre increased 5.6% to $543 million.

HST’s Dispositions and Other Items Shaped ResultsHST recorded a $242 million gain on dispositions in the quarter, reflecting the sale of three hotels during first-quarter 2026. The company highlighted the February 2026 sales of the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort and the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole for $1.1 billion, as well as the January 2026 sale of The St. Regis Houston for $51 million.

The quarter also included four condominium sales adjacent to the Four Seasons Resort Orlando development, which contributed $4 million to net income and adjusted EBITDAre. In addition, the company recognized business interruption proceeds of $7 million related to damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024.

HST Emphasizes Liquidity and Shareholder ReturnsTotal available liquidity was approximately $3.4 billion, including FF&E escrow reserves of $151 million and $1.5 billion available under its revolver. The company ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $1.703 billion. Total debt was $5.1 billion, with a weighted average maturity of 4.9 years and a weighted average interest rate of 4.8%, and management noted no maturities in 2026.

Capital returns remained active. HST repurchased 4.0 million shares for $75 million during the quarter, leaving $405 million of remaining authorization. The board also declared a second-quarter cash dividend of 92 cents per share, consisting of a 20 cents per share of regular quarterly dividend and a 72 cents per share of special dividend, payable July 15, 2026, to stockholders of record on June 30, 2026.

HST Raises 2026 RevPAR View and Issues FFO RangeManagement raised its full-year 2026 comparable hotel RevPAR growth guidance range to 3.0% to 4.5%, compared to the prior range of 2.0% to 3.5%. It lifted comparable hotel Total RevPAR growth guidance to 3.5% to 5.0%, compared to 2.5% to 4.0%. The outlook assumes a stable operating environment, with leisure transient strength supported by special events such as FIFA World Cup games and modest improvements in short-term group booking trends.

For the full-year 2026, HST now projects adjusted EBITDAre of $1.785-$1.835 billion, compared to prior range of $1,740-$1,800. The company also expects adjusted FFO per share of $2.10-$2.16, compared to $2.03-$2.11 previously guided. The Zacks Consensus Estimate is pinned at $2.09.

HST’s Zacks RankHost Hotels currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Performance of Other REITsVornado Realty Trust (VNO - Free Report) posted first-quarter 2026 FFO, as adjusted, of 52 cents per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This compares unfavorably to the FFO of 63 cents a year ago. Total revenues of $459.11 million edged down 0.5% year over year but beat the consensus mark by 3.57%.

Results displayed year-over-year growth in same-store net operating income and occupancy for the New York and THE MART portfolios. The company witnessed decent leasing activities in these portfolios.

Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 adjusted FFO per share of $1.43, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.88%. The figure grew 22.2% year over year. Total revenues of $1.94 billion beat the consensus mark by 4.31% and rose 21.6% year over year.

The quarter reflected broad-based momentum, led by strong expansion in growth businesses and solid pricing in the core storage franchise. Organic revenue growth was 17.2% year over year, underscoring continued demand and effective revenue management. The company raised its 2026 adjusted FFO per share outlook.

Note: Anything related to earnings presented in this write-up represents funds from operations (FFO), a widely used metric to gauge the performance of REITs.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-05-07 14:41 5mo ago
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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2026-05-07 16:30 5mo ago
Host Hotels & Resorts Provides Updated First Quarter 2026 Investor Presentation
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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BETHESDA, Md., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: HST) (the “Company”), the nation's largest lodging real estate investment trust, today provided an updated investor presentation for first quarter 2026 results. The investor presentation can be found on the Investor Relations section on the Company's website at https://www.hosthotels.com/#key-investors-materials.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-05-08 02:06 5mo ago
Host Hotels & Resorts: A High-Quality REIT Caught In A Macro Storm
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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Host Hotels & Resorts reported a strong start to 2026, beating Q1 earnings estimates and raising its full-year guidance for adjusted funds from operations. HST maintains a solid financial position with high liquidity and zero debt maturities in 2026 following successful asset sales. Geopolitical risks and administrative backlogs from the recent record-breaking partial government shutdown could pressure the travel industry despite the expected boost from the World Cup.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-05-10 01:54 5mo ago
Host Hotels & Resorts: Limited Upside At Current Levels (Rating Downgrade)
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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Host Hotels & Resorts is downgraded to 'Hold' after a 50% rally, with current prices reflecting near-term positives and limited risk cushion. Q1 2026 earnings were strong, but core revenue growth is essentially flat, and headline net income was boosted by one-off asset sales. HST maintains an investment-grade balance sheet, robust liquidity, and disciplined capital allocation but faces diminishing returns from asset recycling and portfolio renovations.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-05-13 10:40 5mo ago
Here's Why Host Hotels (HST) is a Strong Value Stock
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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For new and old investors, taking full advantage of the stock market and investing with confidence are common goals. Zacks Premium provides lots of different ways to do both.

The popular research service can help you become a smarter, more self-assured investor, giving you access to daily updates of the Zacks Rank and Zacks Industry Rank, the Zacks #1 Rank List, Equity Research reports, and Premium stock screens.

It also includes access to the Zacks Style Scores.

What are the Zacks Style Scores? The Zacks Style Scores, developed alongside the Zacks Rank, are complementary indicators that rate stocks based on three widely-followed investing methodologies; they also help investors pick stocks with the best chances of beating the market over the next 30 days.

Each stock is given an alphabetic rating of A, B, C, D or F based on their value, growth, and momentum qualities. With this system, an A is better than a B, a B is better than a C, and so on, meaning the better the score, the better chance the stock will outperform.

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 are more concerned with a stock's future prospects, and the overall financial health and strength of a company. Thus, the Growth Style Score analyzes characteristics like projected and historic earnings, sales, and cash flow to find stocks that will see 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 +23.7% 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.

With more than 800 top-rated stocks to choose from, it can certainly feel overwhelming to pick the ones that are right for you and your investing journey.

That's where the Style Scores come in.

To maximize your returns, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. This means picking stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B. If you find yourself looking at stocks with a #3 (Hold) rank, make sure they have Scores of A or B as well to ensure 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: Host Hotels (HST - Free Report) Bethesda, MD-based Host Hotels & Resorts Inc., one of the leading lodging real estate investment trusts (REITs), engages in the ownership, acquisition, and redevelopment of luxury and upper-upscale hotels in the United States and abroad. It is an S&P 500 Index company.

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

It also boasts a Value Style Score of B thanks to attractive valuation metrics like a forward P/E ratio of 10.35; value investors should take notice.

Five analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.05 to $2.10 per share. HST boasts an average earnings surprise of +8.7%.

With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Value and VGM Style Scores, HST should be on investors' short list.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-05-15 10:45 5mo ago
Why Host Hotels (HST) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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It doesn't matter your age or experience: taking full advantage of the stock market and investing with confidence are common goals for all investors. Luckily, Zacks Premium offers several different ways to do both.

The research service features daily updates of the Zacks Rank and Zacks Industry Rank, full access to the Zacks #1 Rank List, Equity Research reports, and Premium stock screens, all of which will help you become a smarter, more confident investor.

Zacks Premium also includes the Zacks Style Scores.

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.

Each stock is assigned a rating of A, B, C, D, or F based on their value, growth, and momentum characteristics. Just like in school, an A is better than a B, a B is better than a C, and so on -- that means the better the score, the better chance the stock will outperform.

The Style Scores are broken down into four categories:

Value ScoreValue investors love finding good stocks at good prices, especially before the broader market catches on to a stock's true value. Utilizing ratios like P/E, PEG, Price/Sales, Price/Cash Flow, and many other multiples, the Value Style Score identifies the most attractive and most discounted stocks.

Growth ScoreWhile good value is important, growth investors are more focused on a company's financial strength and health, and its future outlook. The Growth Style Score takes projected and historic earnings, sales, and cash flow into account to uncover stocks that will see long-term, sustainable growth.

Momentum ScoreMomentum traders and investors live by the saying "the trend is your friend." This investing style is all about taking advantage of upward or downward trends in a stock's price or earnings outlook. Employing factors like one-week price change and the monthly percentage change in earnings estimates, the Momentum Style Score can indicate favorable times to build a position in high-momentum stocks.

VGM ScoreIf you like to use all three kinds of investing, then the VGM Score is for you. It's a combination of all Style Scores, and is an important indicator to use with the Zacks Rank. The VGM Score rates each stock on their shared weighted styles, narrowing 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, which is a proprietary stock-rating model, employs earnings estimate revisions, or changes to a company's earnings expectations, to make building a winning portfolio easier.

Investors can count on the Zacks Rank's success, with #1 (Strong Buy) stocks producing an unmatched +23.7% average annual return since 1988, more than double the S&P 500's performance. But the model rates a large number of stocks, and there are over 200 companies with a Strong Buy rank, plus another 600 with a #2 (Buy) rank, on any given day.

With more than 800 top-rated stocks to choose from, it can certainly feel overwhelming to pick the ones that are right for you and your investing journey.

That's where the Style Scores come in.

To maximize your returns, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. This means picking stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B. If you find yourself looking at stocks with a #3 (Hold) rank, make sure they have Scores of A or B as well to ensure 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.

For instance, a stock with a #4 (Sell) or #5 (Strong Sell) rating, even one that boasts Scores of A and B, still has a downward-trending earnings forecast, and a much greater likelihood its share price will decline as well.

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

Stock to Watch: Host Hotels (HST - Free Report) Bethesda, MD-based Host Hotels & Resorts Inc., one of the leading lodging real estate investment trusts (REITs), engages in the ownership, acquisition, and redevelopment of luxury and upper-upscale hotels in the United States and abroad. It is an S&P 500 Index company.

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

Additionally, the company could be a top pick for growth investors. HST has a Growth Style Score of A, forecasting year-over-year earnings growth of 1.5% for the current fiscal year.

Five analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.05 to $2.10 per share. HST boasts an average earnings surprise of +8.7%.

With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Growth and VGM Style Scores, HST should be on investors' short list.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-05-20 14:10 5mo ago
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) Shareholder/Analyst Call Prepared Remarks Transcript
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
FMP Stock News
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Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) Shareholder/Analyst Call Prepared Remarks Transcript
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-05-22 06:09 5mo ago
Wall Street Breakfast Podcast: Summer Travel Meets FIFA Fever
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
FMP Stock News
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Airbnb (ABNB), Marriott (MAR), Host Hotels (HST), and RLJ Lodging (RLJ) are positioning for a surge in late-stage FIFA World Cup 2026 travel demand. Hotel bookings in most U.S. host cities are tracking below initial forecasts, with international demand lagging due to visa and geopolitical concerns.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-05-25 10:51 5mo ago
Why Host Hotels (HST) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
FMP Stock News
Original source text
For new and old investors, taking full advantage of the stock market and investing with confidence are common goals. Zacks Premium provides lots of different ways to do both.

The popular research service can help you become a smarter, more self-assured investor, giving you access to daily updates of the Zacks Rank and Zacks Industry Rank, the Zacks #1 Rank List, Equity Research reports, and Premium stock screens.

Zacks Premium also includes the Zacks Style Scores.

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 ScoreIf you like to use all three kinds of investing, then the VGM Score is for you. It's a combination of all Style Scores, and is an important indicator to use with the Zacks Rank. The VGM Score rates each stock on their shared weighted styles, narrowing 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, which is a proprietary stock-rating model, employs earnings estimate revisions, or changes to a company's earnings expectations, to make building a winning portfolio easier.

#1 (Strong Buy) stocks have produced an unmatched +23.7% 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.

With more than 800 top-rated stocks to choose from, it can certainly feel overwhelming to pick the ones that are right for you and your investing journey.

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.

Since the Scores were created to work together with the Zacks Rank, the direction of a stock's earnings estimate revisions should be a key factor when choosing 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: Host Hotels (HST - Free Report) Bethesda, MD-based Host Hotels & Resorts Inc., one of the leading lodging real estate investment trusts (REITs), engages in the ownership, acquisition, and redevelopment of luxury and upper-upscale hotels in the United States and abroad. It is an S&P 500 Index company.

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

Momentum investors should take note of this Finance stock. HST has a Momentum Style Score of B, and shares are up 7.1% over the past four weeks.

Four analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.04 to $2.10 per share. HST boasts an average earnings surprise of +8.7%.

With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Momentum and VGM Style Scores, HST should be on investors' short list.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-06-09 14:01 4mo ago
Host Hotels & Resorts vs. MGM Resorts International: Which Destination Hotel Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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Choosing between travel plays depends on whether you prefer asset ownership or global gaming operations. Is Host Hotels & Resorts (HST +1.63%) or MGM Resorts International (MGM +0.66%) the better buy for your portfolio?

Host Hotels operates as a real estate investment trust focused on premium properties, while MGM is a global entertainment giant managing casinos and hotels. Both benefit from travel spending, but their business models offer different exposures to the hospitality industry. Comparing them helps clarify whether a landlord or an operator strategy fits your specific financial goals.

The case for Host Hotels & ResortsFor those interested in real estate investing, Host Hotels operates as a real estate investment trust that owns a vast portfolio of luxury and upper-upscale hotels. It currently holds 76 hotels with roughly 41,700 rooms in top destinations, mostly across the United States. This focus on premium properties targets high-spending business and leisure travelers who frequent major coastal cities and resort locations.

In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $6.1 billion, up approximately 7.6% from the previous year. The company reported a net income of about $765 million, up from $697 million in 2024. This resulted in a net margin of close to 12.5%, indicating how much profit the company earns on every dollar of sales.

As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is approximately 0.9x. The current ratio, which measures the ability to pay short-term debts with current assets, is roughly 21.9x. Free cash flow for the year was approximately $858.0 million, representing cash left after operating expenses and capital improvements, but before dividends.

MGM Resorts International is a global gaming and entertainment giant with 31 hotel and gaming destinations. The company employs roughly 83,000 people and operates across major markets like Las Vegas and Macau. It also reaches the digital market through BetMGM for online betting, combining traditional hospitality with the high-energy gaming and live entertainment sectors.

In FY 2025, the company generated revenue of nearly $17.5 billion, an increase of approximately 1.7% from the prior year. Net income for the period was approximately $918 million, resulting in a net margin of roughly 5.2% for the fiscal year. This margin compares current profitability to the 4.3% net margin recorded in 2024.

As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was approximately 23.1x. The current ratio is roughly 1.2x, showing the company has enough short-term assets to cover its immediate obligations. Free cash flow reached nearly $1.7 billion for the year, which is the cash generated after accounting for all capital investments in its properties.

Risk profile comparisonHost Hotels faces risks from the cyclical nature of the lodging industry and its heavy reliance on Marriott International (MAR +2.76%) for management. Geographic concentration in major cities like New York and San Francisco makes the company vulnerable to regional economic downturns. Additionally, its total debt of nearly $5.1 billion could limit financial flexibility during market shifts.

MGM Resorts faces significant geographic risk due to its high concentration of properties on the Las Vegas Strip. The company also manages regulatory uncertainty in Macau and competition from DraftKings (DKNG +4.27%) and FanDuel parent Flutter Entertainment (FLUT 1.78%) in the digital space. Furthermore, past cybersecurity issues highlight ongoing risks to operational integrity and potential litigation costs.

Valuation comparisonHost Hotels appears to be the more conservatively valued option based on its lower Forward P/E relative to future earnings estimates.

MetricHost Hotels & ResortsMGM Resorts InternationalSector BenchmarkForward P/E19.1x27.1x32.2xP/S ratio2.8x0.7xSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLRE sector ETF.
Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.

Which stock would I buy in 2026?MGM Resorts International has the glitz of multiple properties in Las Vegas, like the Bellagio, New York New York, and Luxor. But the heavy reliance on one city and both in-person and online gambling brings risks. In particular, visits to Las Vegas are down notably from 2025, which itself was a down year for visitors to Sin City. Fewer tourists mean weaker room prices and fewer high rollers in the casinos. MGM Resorts has managed to inch revenue and net income higher the past few years, but Wall Street is skeptical they can keep the streak going in 2026. Consensus estimates predict a dip in revenue and profits this year.

On the other hand, Host Hotels & Resorts is far less reliant on any one market, with properties in 21 U.S. cities. The company is betting that cash-strapped consumers continue to make the choice to travel even if they have to cut back spending in other parts of their lives. Besides strong revenue per room (RevPAR) in the first quarter, up 4.6% from Q1 2025, Host is seeing strength in non-room spending, such as banquets and corporate events, helping its bottom line. A good sign for the long haul is management’s commitment to reinvesting in upkeep of its properties. That capital spending ensures it can continue to offer properties that are destinations in themselves, for which they can charge a premium. Add the fact that HST has a lower forward price-to-earnings ratio (19.1) than MGM (27.1), and that makes Host Hotels the better investment.
2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
2026-06-10 10:41 4mo ago
Here's Why Host Hotels (HST) is a Strong Value Stock
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
FMP Stock News
Original source text
For new and old investors, taking full advantage of the stock market and investing with confidence are common goals. Zacks Premium provides lots of different ways to do both.

The research service features daily updates of the Zacks Rank and Zacks Industry Rank, full access to the Zacks #1 Rank List, Equity Research reports, and Premium stock screens, all of which will help you become a smarter, more confident investor.

Zacks Premium includes access to the Zacks Style Scores as well.

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.

Each stock is assigned a rating of A, B, C, D, or F based on their value, growth, and momentum characteristics. Just like in school, an A is better than a B, a B is better than a C, and so on -- that means the better the score, the better chance the stock will outperform.

The Style Scores are broken down into four categories:

Value ScoreFinding good stocks at good prices, and discovering which companies are trading under their true value, are what value investors like to focus on. So, the Value Style Score takes into account ratios like P/E, PEG, Price/Sales, Price/Cash Flow, and a host of other multiples to highlight the most attractive and discounted stocks.

Growth ScoreGrowth investors are more concerned with a stock's future prospects, and the overall financial health and strength of a company. Thus, the Growth Style Score analyzes characteristics like projected and historic earnings, sales, and cash flow to find stocks that will see sustainable growth over time.

Momentum ScoreMomentum traders and investors live by the saying "the trend is your friend." This investing style is all about taking advantage of upward or downward trends in a stock's price or earnings outlook. Employing factors like one-week price change and the monthly percentage change in earnings estimates, the Momentum Style Score can indicate favorable times to build a position in high-momentum stocks.

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.

Investors can count on the Zacks Rank's success, with #1 (Strong Buy) stocks producing an unmatched +23.7% average annual return since 1988, more than double the S&P 500's performance. But the model rates a large number of stocks, and there are over 200 companies with a Strong Buy rank, plus another 600 with a #2 (Buy) rank, on any given day.

With more than 800 top-rated stocks to choose from, it can certainly feel overwhelming to pick the ones that are right for you and your investing journey.

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.

Since the Scores were created to work together with the Zacks Rank, the direction of a stock's earnings estimate revisions should be a key factor when choosing 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: Host Hotels (HST - Free Report) Bethesda, MD-based Host Hotels & Resorts Inc., one of the leading lodging real estate investment trusts (REITs), engages in the ownership, acquisition, and redevelopment of luxury and upper-upscale hotels in the United States and abroad. It is an S&P 500 Index company.

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

It also boasts a Value Style Score of B thanks to attractive valuation metrics like a forward P/E ratio of 11.54; value investors should take notice.

Four analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2026, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.03 to $2.12 per share. HST also boasts an average earnings surprise of +8.7%.

With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Value and VGM Style Scores, HST should be on investors' short list.
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Here's Why Host Hotels (HST) is a Strong Momentum Stock
HST Host Hotels & Resorts
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It doesn't matter your age or experience: taking full advantage of the stock market and investing with confidence are common goals for all investors. Luckily, Zacks Premium offers several different ways to do both.

The popular research service can help you become a smarter, more self-assured investor, giving you access to daily updates of the Zacks Rank and Zacks Industry Rank, the Zacks #1 Rank List, Equity Research reports, and Premium stock screens.

Zacks Premium also includes the Zacks Style Scores.

What are the Zacks Style Scores? Developed alongside the Zacks Rank, the Zacks Style Scores are a group of complementary indicators that help investors pick stocks with the best 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 ScoreWhile good value is important, growth investors are more focused on a company's financial strength and health, and its future outlook. The Growth Style Score takes projected and historic earnings, sales, and cash flow into account to uncover stocks that will see long-term, sustainable growth.

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 ScoreIf you want a combination of all three Style Scores, then the VGM Score will be your friend. It rates each stock on their combined weighted styles, helping you find the companies with the most attractive value, best growth forecast, and most promising momentum. It's also one of the best indicators to use with the Zacks Rank.

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 +23.7% 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.

To have the best chance of big returns, you'll want to always consider stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B, which will give you the highest probability of success. If you're looking at stocks with a #3 (Hold) rank, it's important they have Scores of A or B as well to ensure as much upside potential as possible.

Since the Scores were created to work together with the Zacks Rank, the direction of a stock's earnings estimate revisions should be a key factor when choosing 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: Host Hotels (HST - Free Report) Bethesda, MD-based Host Hotels & Resorts Inc., one of the leading lodging real estate investment trusts (REITs), engages in the ownership, acquisition, and redevelopment of luxury and upper-upscale hotels in the United States and abroad. It is an S&P 500 Index company.

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

Momentum investors should take note of this Finance stock. HST has a Momentum Style Score of A, and shares are up 11.1% over the past four weeks.

For fiscal 2026, four analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.03 to $2.12 per share. HST boasts an average earnings surprise of +8.7%.

With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Momentum and VGM Style Scores, HST should be on investors' short list.
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Volition Reports Breakthrough in Liquid Biopsy: Achievement of over 99% Purity in Isolating Cancer DNA
DNA Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings
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Targets $36 Billion TAM in Early Cancer Detection and MRD. Company in active discussions with global diagnostic leaders to accelerate commercialization. , /PRNewswire/ -- VolitionRx Limited (NYSE AMERICAN: VNRX) ("Volition"), a multi-national epigenetics company, is the first to demonstrate the isolation and analysis of >99% pure circulating tumor-derived DNA (ctDNA). Volition announces the submission of an updated manuscript entitled "Direct analysis of transcription factor protected cfDNA in plasma by ChIP-seq: Measurement of altered CTCF binding in cancer is a novel biomarker for liquid biopsy1".

Volition Team Members Discuss Capture-Seq™ The biggest problem facing liquid biopsy worldwide is that the vast majority of circulating DNA in blood plasma samples comes from healthy cells, not cancer cells. In a world first new technology, Volition has overcome this hurdle and produced >99% pure cancer derived plasma DNA sequence sets for liquid biopsy.

Dr Jake Micallef, Chief Scientific Officer, Volition commented:

"Distinguishing cancer derived plasma DNA from healthy DNA when the two are mixed is problematic. When the cancer DNA makes up 1% or less of the total DNA it is extremely problematic.  Moreover, DNA from cancer and healthy cells has the same double helix structure and has never before been separated chemically.

"Our manuscript, submitted in November and previously announced in December 2025, described a new liquid biopsy chemistry for isolating CTCF-DNA from plasma. Our continuing work on CTCF-bound DNA has revealed what we believe to be an unprecedented new discovery; that there is almost no CTCF-bound DNA in healthy plasma and almost all CTCF-bound DNA in the blood of a cancer patient is derived from cancer cells – i.e. it is virtually pure circulating tumor-derived DNA.

"Removal of background normal cell free DNA from the blood to reveal this level of tumor derived DNA has been a long term goal of liquid biopsy. I believe this is a world-first and could, in my opinion, represent the biggest scientific breakthrough in cancer testing and monitoring in recent years.

"In this updated manuscript we report a new, two-step method for preparing pure circulating tumor DNA data sets for cancer patients:

i.  physical enrichment of the sample and
ii. bioinformatic removal of virtually all remaining non-tumor cfDNA sequences from the DNA sequence data set.

"This new method produced >99% pure ctDNA sequencing data sets for blood samples from cancer patients and, whilst we capture a subset of the ctDNA (i.e. not all the ctDNA in a sample), it is virtually pure cancer DNA.

"These methodological and technological breakthroughs represent a novel liquid biopsy method for a novel class of potentially thousands of liquid biopsy sequence biomarkers.

We call this technology "Capture-Seq™" and it shows potential for both a multi-cancer early detection (MCED) approach, either alone or in combination with other tests, and the detection of Minimal Residual Disease.

"Volition is, I believe, the first liquid biopsy company to focus on circulating cell free nucleoproteins and we have filed a number of new patents to protect this technology."

Dr Andrew Retter, Medical Consultant, Volition commented:

"From a clinical perspective, the proof of concept and early blinded validation results reported in this paper are extremely encouraging. In two independent cohorts we reported no false positives and detected 49/49 cancers in the first cohort (including 23 early stage I/II and 21 controls) and validated it in a second blinded cohort with 13/14 later stage cancers detected with 10 additional controls  We are now working on a further validation cohort of early stage cancers, and expect this data soon.

"For patients, the potential significance is huge. If validated in larger cohorts, CTCF Capture-Seq™ could contribute to multi-cancer early detection and disease management, particularly in combination with Volition's existing Nu.Q® assay for lung cancer (H3K27me3) but potentially in combination with other technologies too."

Mr. Gael Forterre, Chief Commercial Officer, Volition added:

"This scientific breakthrough has generated a lot of interest with potential licensing partners.

"We feel that this technology could, with further development, become very widely used, in both the human and potentially the veterinary market, not only for multi-cancer early detection but also the detection of Minimal Residual Disease.

 "We believe this represents a significant commercial opportunity with a Total Addressable Market on an annualized basis of approximately $23 billion2 for the human MCED use, and over $13 Billion2 for MRD.

"We are in active discussions with several large liquid biopsy and diagnostic companies to accelerate the development and launch of this technology as soon as possible."

The updated paper should be available on the preprint service Research Square in the coming days.

LINK TO Research Square Data on File : Volition TAM Model About Volition

Volition is a multi-national company focused on advancing the science of epigenetics. Volition is dedicated to saving lives and improving outcomes for people and animals with life-altering diseases through earlier detection, as well as disease and treatment monitoring.

Through its subsidiaries, Volition is developing and commercializing simple, easy to use, cost-effective blood tests to help detect and monitor a range of diseases, including some cancers and diseases associated with NETosis, such as sepsis. Early detection and monitoring have the potential not only to prolong the life of patients, but also to improve their quality of life.

Volition's research and development activities are centered in Belgium, with an innovation laboratory and office in the U.S. and an office in London.

The contents found at Volition's website address are not incorporated by reference into this document and should not be considered part of this document. Such website address is included in this document as an inactive textual reference only.

Media Enquiries: Louise Batchelor, Volition, [email protected] +44 (0)7557 774620

Safe Harbor Statement

Statements in this press release or associated video or link may be "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that concern matters that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated or projected in the forward-looking statements. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "aims," "targets," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "optimizing," "potential," "goal," "suggests," "could," "would," "should," "may," "will" and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements relate to, among other topics, Volition's expectations related to revenue opportunities and growth, the effectiveness and availability of Volition's blood-based diagnostic, prognostic and disease monitoring tests, Volition's ability to develop and successfully commercialize such test platforms for early detection of cancer and other diseases as well as serving as a diagnostic, prognostic or disease monitoring tools for such diseases, Volition's expectations regarding future publications, Volition's success in securing licensing and/or distribution agreements with third parties for its products, and Volition's expectations regarding the terms of such agreements. Volition's actual results may differ materially from those indicated in these forward-looking statements due to numerous risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, results of studies testing the efficacy of its tests. For instance, if Volition fails to develop and commercialize diagnostic, prognostic or disease monitoring products, it may be unable to execute its plan of operations. Other risks and uncertainties include Volition's failure to obtain necessary regulatory clearances or approvals to distribute and market future products; a failure by the marketplace to accept the products in Volition's development pipeline or any other diagnostic, prognostic or disease monitoring products Volition might develop; Volition's failure to secure adequate intellectual property protection; Volition will face fierce competition and Volition's intended products may become obsolete due to the highly competitive nature of the diagnostics and disease monitoring market and its rapid technological change; downturns in domestic and foreign economies; and other risks, including those identified in Volition's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, as well as other documents that Volition files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about Volition's business based, in part, on assumptions made by management. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this release, and, except as required by law, Volition does not undertake an obligation to update its forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances.

Nucleosomics™, Capture-PCR™, Capture-Seq™ and Nu.Q® and their respective logos are trademarks and/or service marks of VolitionRx Limited and its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, service marks and trade names referred to in this press release or associated video or link are the property of their respective owners. Additionally, unless otherwise specified, all references to "$" refer to the legal currency of the United States of America.

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TelevisaUnivision Bets Its Telenovela DNA Can Win The Microdrama Race
DNA Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings
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Among the strongest early performers of ViX Micros: "El Regreso de la Heredera Fugitiva" and Acábame, which surpassed 4 million views in its first week alone.

TelevisaUnivision

TelevisaUnivision is moving aggressively to turn its microdrama platform into a new growth engine, betting that the melodramatic storytelling that powered decades of telenovelas can be reshaped for mobile-first audiences in one- to two-minute vertical episodes.

In under a year, the company’s Spanish-language short-form vertical video offering has racked up 900 million social media views and 6 million daily users. For Rafael Urbina, president of streaming and digital at TelevisaUnivision, the numbers show the strategy is already working both as a user-acquisition tool and as a potential revenue stream.

“I do think this has the opportunity to become a multimillion-dollar business at scale,” Urbina says.

“We certainly have a first-mover advantage today. We have our own platform... so we own this end to end. We have the production capabilities. All the way through to the app that the consumer is holding in their hands, we control. That gives us an opportunity to monetize in a different way, to integrate in a different way. And it just presents a massive business opportunity for us.”

The company highlighted that opportunity at its Upfronts last year.

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Adapting Telenovelas for The TikTok EraViX MicrO is built around scripted vertical series, with episodes running roughly 60 to 120 seconds and designed for phones, feeds and fast binges. Each micro-series averages about 60 episodes, all dropped at once in the ViX app so viewers can watch in quick bursts or marathon sessions.

The platform had been operating quietly since July 2025 and, by the time of its official launch announcement in February, had already produced more than 80 micro-series and released more than 50 of them.

For TelevisaUnivision, whose roots are in the telenovela genre, the compressed format is an update rather than a break from its core identity.

“The storytelling is very similar to our traditional storytelling across melodramas,” Urbina says. “They may amplify some of those patterns. It may be even more melodramatic and it’s certainly faster-paced. But the essential storytelling ingredients are there.”

A scene from the ViX MicrO "La Venganza de las Tóxicas."

TelevisaUnivision

Discovery starts on social platforms including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X, where trailers and the first five episodes are posted to drive viewers into the app, where the rest of the series is available for free. While ViX remains focused on its core streaming platform, Urbina says microdramas are creating a new mobile-first habit among viewers who may already know the service but have not been using its app as their primary destination.

“The micros are engaging a disproportionate amount of new users,” Urbina says. “As a result, this is an opportunity for us to engage millions of people who have discovered the VIX streaming app on mobile but are primarily using it on connected TV.”

That funnel serves a dual purpose: it meets audiences where they already spend time while pulling them deeper into the broader ViX ecosystem. According to Urbina, ViX reaches about 50 million people across its apps, including mobile and connected TV. “On social, that number is much greater,” he says. “We reach hundreds of millions of people every single month.”

Building the MachineWhile Spanish-language competitor Telemundo has also moved into the microdrama space, Urbina says ViX’s edge lies in its ability to control the full stack, from production through distribution and monetization.

“We have a competitive advantage moving to this new format, in being able to produce this content at scale and cost-effectively,” Urbina says.

Backed by TelevisaUnivision’s infrastructure in Mexico, the ViX MicrO production machine is substantial. Episodes are produced in as little as five days, with more than 10 production teams running up to four series at once. More than 50 writers are developing stories for the platform, supported by over 450 on-camera talents drawn heavily from Televisa’s Centro de Educación Artística (CEA) as well as theater and other emerging talent.

Urbina sees the pipeline as a way to develop stars and stories for the broader company.

“We see a lot of potential there in identifying our next huge star across our traditional broadcast and streaming platforms by testing the grounds with this short-form content,” he says. “But it’s not only about the stars. It’s also about the stories.”

So far, TelevisaUnivision says it has produced about 80 micro-series and premiered about 50, with the platform logging 80 million minutes of viewing in its first year. Among the strongest early performers are El Regreso de la Heredera Fugitiva, Me Casé para Vengarme, Pero Me Enamoré, La Cocinera que Conquistó al Presidente and Acábame, which surpassed 4 million views in its first week alone.

The stories lean into classic melodrama territory — forbidden love, family betrayal, revenge and identity — with titles like Mi Padre Me Robó a Mi Novia, Isadora la Usurpadora and Mi Vida NO Es una Telenovela.

Rafael Urbina, TelevisaUnivision's president of streaming and digital, during a presentation of ViX Micro.

TelevisaUnivision

Monetizing the FormatMonetization today comes through in-stream ads, brand integrations, product placement and custom content. Urbina points to a branded series made for JCPenney as one example, with shoppable products built into the app experience.​ He also sees more revenue layers ahead.

“Obviously, at some point you will see some of this live either behind a subscription wall or behind some sort of a more gamified token system,” Urbina says. “And I think those are things that we’re actively experimenting with.”

ViX MicrO is also part of a broader scale play. The company plans to debut 100 original microdramas in 2026, supplemented by licensed content from other markets. Urbina says scale matters because viewers move through the format quickly and the catalog has to keep replenishing.

“Scale and availability of content is very important,” he says. “You need a very large content offering in order to engage those consumers and retain those consumers.”

A New PlaybookUrbina says ViX MicrO is built on a very different model from Quibi, the short-lived mobile venture that launched with big ambitions and collapsed within months. He ​argues Quibi failed​ because it leaned on expensive, star-driven, professionally produced horizontal video.

“Quibi, I think, from my experience with it — and I did spend some time with it — was horizontal video, professionally produced, very high production values, star power, very, very, very expensive to produce,” Urbina says.

“The premise was right,” he says. “But in how we address that market opportunity, this is completely different from what Quibi tried to do a few years ago.”

ViX MicrO, by contrast, is built on one- to two-minute episodes, cliffhangers, lean costs and relatively unknown talent.

AI as an AcceleratorUrbina also sees generative AI as a practical production tool rather than a creative threat.

“I think you can look at generative AI today as almost one more camera,” he says. “We can use it to create backgrounds.”

He says AI can also help with localization, including dubbing and translation for licensed content, while keeping the cost structure competitive.

“This is a different model than our traditional linear model,” Urbina says. “So the cost structure is very, very important. I think Gen AI is going to allow us to remain very competitive and make this very profitable for us.”
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Insider Selling: Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA) Major Shareholder Sells $83,942.40 in Stock
DNA Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings
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Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DNA – Get Free Report) major shareholder Barry Canton sold 13,116 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, April 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.40, for a total transaction of $83,942.40. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 338,568 shares in the company, valued at $2,166,835.20. This represents a 3.73% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Major shareholders that own at least 10% of a company’s shares are required to disclose their sales and purchases with the SEC.

Barry Canton also recently made the following trade(s):

On Wednesday, April 8th, Barry Canton sold 13,155 shares of Ginkgo Bioworks stock. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.93, for a total transaction of $91,164.15. Ginkgo Bioworks Price Performance Shares of Ginkgo Bioworks stock opened at $6.46 on Monday. Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $5.37 and a fifty-two week high of $17.58. The firm has a market capitalization of $399.76 million, a P/E ratio of -1.14 and a beta of 1.56. The company’s 50 day moving average price is $7.63 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $9.48.

Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Thursday, February 26th. The company reported ($1.42) earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of ($1.80) by $0.38. Ginkgo Bioworks had a negative net margin of 183.81% and a negative return on equity of 52.82%. The firm had revenue of $33.40 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $37.57 million. On average, analysts expect that Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. will post -10.02 earnings per share for the current year.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of brokerages have recently commented on DNA. TD Cowen cut their price target on shares of Ginkgo Bioworks from $14.00 to $12.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, January 8th. Weiss Ratings reiterated a “sell (d-)” rating on shares of Ginkgo Bioworks in a report on Wednesday, January 21st. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Ginkgo Bioworks from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday. Finally, BTIG Research cut their price target on shares of Ginkgo Bioworks from $9.00 to $5.00 and set a “sell” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, March 12th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and an average target price of $8.50.

Check Out Our Latest Stock Analysis on DNA

Trending Headlines about Ginkgo Bioworks Here are the key news stories impacting Ginkgo Bioworks this week:

Positive Sentiment: March short interest fell sharply — short interest totaled 6,146,646 shares as of March 31, down 23.2% from 8,004,118 on March 15; roughly 11.0% of the float is sold short and the days-to-cover is ~5.2. Reduced short exposure can remove a headwind and support the stock. Negative Sentiment: Large insider sales by the CEO: Jason R. Kelly sold 97,015 shares on April 8 (avg $6.93) and 109,767 shares on April 9 (avg $6.40), totaling ~206,782 shares (~$1.37M) and materially reducing his holdings. The filings say the sales were to cover tax withholding on vested equity. Jason R. Kelly Form 4 Negative Sentiment: Other insiders/major holders also sold small blocks (Reshma P. Shetty and Barry Canton each sold ~13k shares on April 8–9 at similar prices). These rounds of sales were likewise disclosed as tax-withholding-related. Reshma’s filing: Reshma P. Shetty Form 4; Barry Canton’s filing: Barry Canton Form 4 Hedge Funds Weigh In On Ginkgo Bioworks A number of hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the business. Vanguard Group Inc. lifted its holdings in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks by 4.2% during the third quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 2,480,504 shares of the company’s stock worth $36,166,000 after purchasing an additional 99,379 shares during the period. Erste Asset Management GmbH lifted its holdings in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks by 10.0% during the third quarter. Erste Asset Management GmbH now owns 2,200,000 shares of the company’s stock worth $32,076,000 after purchasing an additional 200,000 shares during the period. Legal & General Group Plc raised its stake in Ginkgo Bioworks by 7.9% during the third quarter. Legal & General Group Plc now owns 1,608,923 shares of the company’s stock worth $23,458,000 after buying an additional 118,402 shares during the last quarter. Millennium Management LLC lifted its holdings in Ginkgo Bioworks by 113.1% in the first quarter. Millennium Management LLC now owns 1,427,600 shares of the company’s stock valued at $8,137,000 after buying an additional 757,535 shares during the period. Finally, State Street Corp lifted its holdings in Ginkgo Bioworks by 38.4% in the fourth quarter. State Street Corp now owns 1,292,071 shares of the company’s stock valued at $10,737,000 after buying an additional 358,231 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 78.63% of the company’s stock.

About Ginkgo Bioworks (Get Free Report)

Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc is a synthetic biology company that designs custom microbes for customers across a range of industries. Utilizing a proprietary organism foundry platform, the company engineers cells to produce high-value chemicals, enzymes, and other biological materials. By integrating automation, data analytics and machine learning, Ginkgo Bioworks seeks to accelerate the development of biologically derived solutions at industrial scale.

The company’s services span the entire development cycle, from genetic design and strain optimization to fermentation and downstream processing.

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Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA) Insider Sells $91,164.15 in Stock
DNA Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings
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Posted by Defense World Staff on Apr 13th, 2026

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DNA – Get Free Report) insider Reshma Shetty sold 13,155 shares of the stock in a transaction on Wednesday, April 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.93, for a total value of $91,164.15. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 351,684 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $2,437,170.12. The trade was a 3.61% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards.

Ginkgo Bioworks Stock Up 0.1% DNA opened at $6.46 on Monday. The stock has a fifty day moving average of $7.63 and a 200-day moving average of $9.48. The firm has a market capitalization of $399.76 million, a P/E ratio of -1.14 and a beta of 1.56. Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. has a 12-month low of $5.37 and a 12-month high of $17.58.

Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, February 26th. The company reported ($1.42) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of ($1.80) by $0.38. The company had revenue of $33.40 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $37.57 million. Ginkgo Bioworks had a negative return on equity of 52.82% and a negative net margin of 183.81%. On average, analysts expect that Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. will post -10.02 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

More Ginkgo Bioworks News Here are the key news stories impacting Ginkgo Bioworks this week:

Positive Sentiment: March short interest fell sharply — short interest totaled 6,146,646 shares as of March 31, down 23.2% from 8,004,118 on March 15; roughly 11.0% of the float is sold short and the days-to-cover is ~5.2. Reduced short exposure can remove a headwind and support the stock. Negative Sentiment: Large insider sales by the CEO: Jason R. Kelly sold 97,015 shares on April 8 (avg $6.93) and 109,767 shares on April 9 (avg $6.40), totaling ~206,782 shares (~$1.37M) and materially reducing his holdings. The filings say the sales were to cover tax withholding on vested equity. Jason R. Kelly Form 4 Negative Sentiment: Other insiders/major holders also sold small blocks (Reshma P. Shetty and Barry Canton each sold ~13k shares on April 8–9 at similar prices). These rounds of sales were likewise disclosed as tax-withholding-related. Reshma’s filing: Reshma P. Shetty Form 4; Barry Canton’s filing: Barry Canton Form 4 Institutional Trading of Ginkgo Bioworks Several hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. Vanguard Group Inc. raised its holdings in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks by 4.2% during the third quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 2,480,504 shares of the company’s stock worth $36,166,000 after acquiring an additional 99,379 shares in the last quarter. Erste Asset Management GmbH raised its holdings in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks by 10.0% during the third quarter. Erste Asset Management GmbH now owns 2,200,000 shares of the company’s stock worth $32,076,000 after acquiring an additional 200,000 shares in the last quarter. Legal & General Group Plc raised its holdings in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks by 7.9% during the third quarter. Legal & General Group Plc now owns 1,608,923 shares of the company’s stock worth $23,458,000 after acquiring an additional 118,402 shares in the last quarter. Millennium Management LLC raised its holdings in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks by 113.1% during the first quarter. Millennium Management LLC now owns 1,427,600 shares of the company’s stock worth $8,137,000 after acquiring an additional 757,535 shares in the last quarter. Finally, State Street Corp raised its holdings in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks by 38.4% during the fourth quarter. State Street Corp now owns 1,292,071 shares of the company’s stock worth $10,737,000 after acquiring an additional 358,231 shares in the last quarter. 78.63% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of analysts have recently issued reports on DNA shares. Wall Street Zen upgraded Ginkgo Bioworks from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday. TD Cowen reduced their target price on Ginkgo Bioworks from $14.00 to $12.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Thursday, January 8th. BTIG Research reduced their target price on Ginkgo Bioworks from $9.00 to $5.00 and set a “sell” rating for the company in a report on Thursday, March 12th. Finally, Weiss Ratings restated a “sell (d-)” rating on shares of Ginkgo Bioworks in a report on Wednesday, January 21st. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Ginkgo Bioworks has an average rating of “Reduce” and an average price target of $8.50.

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Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc is a synthetic biology company that designs custom microbes for customers across a range of industries. Utilizing a proprietary organism foundry platform, the company engineers cells to produce high-value chemicals, enzymes, and other biological materials. By integrating automation, data analytics and machine learning, Ginkgo Bioworks seeks to accelerate the development of biologically derived solutions at industrial scale.

The company’s services span the entire development cycle, from genetic design and strain optimization to fermentation and downstream processing.

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Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA) Major Shareholder Sells $91,164.15 in Stock
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Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DNA – Get Free Report) major shareholder Barry Canton sold 13,155 shares of Ginkgo Bioworks stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, April 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.93, for a total value of $91,164.15. Following the sale, the insider directly owned 351,684 shares in the company, valued at $2,437,170.12. The trade was a 3.61% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available at this link. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards. Major shareholders that own at least 10% of a company’s shares are required to disclose their transactions with the SEC.

Barry Canton also recently made the following trade(s):

On Thursday, April 9th, Barry Canton sold 13,116 shares of Ginkgo Bioworks stock. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.40, for a total value of $83,942.40. Ginkgo Bioworks Trading Up 0.1% NYSE DNA opened at $6.46 on Monday. The stock’s 50 day moving average is $7.63 and its two-hundred day moving average is $9.48. The company has a market capitalization of $399.76 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of -1.14 and a beta of 1.56. Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. has a 1-year low of $5.37 and a 1-year high of $17.58.

Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, February 26th. The company reported ($1.42) earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of ($1.80) by $0.38. The company had revenue of $33.40 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $37.57 million. Ginkgo Bioworks had a negative return on equity of 52.82% and a negative net margin of 183.81%. On average, analysts predict that Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. will post -10.02 earnings per share for the current year.

Trending Headlines about Ginkgo Bioworks Here are the key news stories impacting Ginkgo Bioworks this week:

Positive Sentiment: March short interest fell sharply — short interest totaled 6,146,646 shares as of March 31, down 23.2% from 8,004,118 on March 15; roughly 11.0% of the float is sold short and the days-to-cover is ~5.2. Reduced short exposure can remove a headwind and support the stock. Negative Sentiment: Large insider sales by the CEO: Jason R. Kelly sold 97,015 shares on April 8 (avg $6.93) and 109,767 shares on April 9 (avg $6.40), totaling ~206,782 shares (~$1.37M) and materially reducing his holdings. The filings say the sales were to cover tax withholding on vested equity. Jason R. Kelly Form 4 Negative Sentiment: Other insiders/major holders also sold small blocks (Reshma P. Shetty and Barry Canton each sold ~13k shares on April 8–9 at similar prices). These rounds of sales were likewise disclosed as tax-withholding-related. Reshma’s filing: Reshma P. Shetty Form 4; Barry Canton’s filing: Barry Canton Form 4 Institutional Inflows and Outflows Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the business. Erste Asset Management GmbH boosted its holdings in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks by 10.0% in the 3rd quarter. Erste Asset Management GmbH now owns 2,200,000 shares of the company’s stock worth $32,076,000 after acquiring an additional 200,000 shares in the last quarter. Jump Financial LLC acquired a new position in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $4,163,000. Allianz Asset Management GmbH acquired a new position in shares of Ginkgo Bioworks in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $2,802,000. SPX Gestao de Recursos Ltda bought a new position in Ginkgo Bioworks in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $1,458,000. Finally, Green Alpha Advisors LLC raised its position in Ginkgo Bioworks by 10.6% in the 4th quarter. Green Alpha Advisors LLC now owns 14,327 shares of the company’s stock worth $119,000 after purchasing an additional 1,378 shares during the last quarter. 78.63% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Analyst Ratings Changes DNA has been the topic of a number of recent research reports. BTIG Research decreased their price objective on Ginkgo Bioworks from $9.00 to $5.00 and set a “sell” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, March 12th. TD Cowen reduced their target price on Ginkgo Bioworks from $14.00 to $12.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, January 8th. Weiss Ratings reissued a “sell (d-)” rating on shares of Ginkgo Bioworks in a report on Wednesday, January 21st. Finally, Wall Street Zen raised Ginkgo Bioworks from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and two have given a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and a consensus price target of $8.50.

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Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc is a synthetic biology company that designs custom microbes for customers across a range of industries. Utilizing a proprietary organism foundry platform, the company engineers cells to produce high-value chemicals, enzymes, and other biological materials. By integrating automation, data analytics and machine learning, Ginkgo Bioworks seeks to accelerate the development of biologically derived solutions at industrial scale.

The company’s services span the entire development cycle, from genetic design and strain optimization to fermentation and downstream processing.

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Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA) Insider Reshma Shetty Sells 124,727 Shares
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Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DNA – Get Free Report) insider Reshma Shetty sold 124,727 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, April 10th. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.43, for a total value of $801,994.61. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider directly owned 436,422 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,806,193.46. The trade was a 22.23% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. The sale was made to cover tax withholding obligations related to the vesting of equity awards.

Ginkgo Bioworks Trading Up 3.7% DNA stock opened at $6.69 on Tuesday. The firm has a 50 day simple moving average of $7.58 and a 200-day simple moving average of $9.45. The company has a market capitalization of $414.00 million, a P/E ratio of -1.18 and a beta of 1.56. Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. has a twelve month low of $5.37 and a twelve month high of $17.58.

Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE:DNA – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, February 26th. The company reported ($1.42) EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of ($1.80) by $0.38. The firm had revenue of $33.40 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $37.57 million. Ginkgo Bioworks had a negative net margin of 183.81% and a negative return on equity of 52.82%. On average, research analysts predict that Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. will post -10.02 EPS for the current year.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows Institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Erste Asset Management GmbH lifted its stake in Ginkgo Bioworks by 10.0% in the third quarter. Erste Asset Management GmbH now owns 2,200,000 shares of the company’s stock valued at $32,076,000 after buying an additional 200,000 shares during the last quarter. Allianz Asset Management GmbH bought a new stake in Ginkgo Bioworks in the 3rd quarter valued at about $2,802,000. SPX Gestao de Recursos Ltda acquired a new position in Ginkgo Bioworks during the 3rd quarter valued at about $1,458,000. Savant Capital LLC grew its position in Ginkgo Bioworks by 7.9% in the 3rd quarter. Savant Capital LLC now owns 17,509 shares of the company’s stock worth $255,000 after purchasing an additional 1,276 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Nano Cap New Millennium Growth Fund L P bought a new position in Ginkgo Bioworks in the 4th quarter worth about $166,000. 78.63% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of research analysts have commented on the company. TD Cowen reduced their target price on Ginkgo Bioworks from $14.00 to $12.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, January 8th. Wall Street Zen raised shares of Ginkgo Bioworks from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday. BTIG Research lowered their target price on shares of Ginkgo Bioworks from $9.00 to $5.00 and set a “sell” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, March 12th. Finally, Weiss Ratings restated a “sell (d-)” rating on shares of Ginkgo Bioworks in a research report on Wednesday, January 21st. One analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Reduce” and an average target price of $8.50.

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Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc is a synthetic biology company that designs custom microbes for customers across a range of industries. Utilizing a proprietary organism foundry platform, the company engineers cells to produce high-value chemicals, enzymes, and other biological materials. By integrating automation, data analytics and machine learning, Ginkgo Bioworks seeks to accelerate the development of biologically derived solutions at industrial scale.

The company’s services span the entire development cycle, from genetic design and strain optimization to fermentation and downstream processing.

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DNA X, Inc. Reports Full Year 2025 Financial Results
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Completed acquisition of the DNA X cryptocurrency trading platformClosed sale of the Company's mobile device assets to NEXA in January 2026Focused on enhancing the DNA X trading platform to prepare the platform for its initial growth phaseSan Diego, California--(Newsfile Corp. - April 14, 2026) - DNA X, Inc. (NASDAQ: SONM), a provider of cryptocurrency trading services, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025.

The company purchased the DNA X cryptocurrency trading platform business in December 2025, following the launch of the DNA X.us website in November 2025 that is now active. The platform is designed to take advantage of movements between pairs of cryptocurrencies and to allow clients to automate trading strategies that automatically take advantage of converging and diverging pairs of cryptocurrency values.

The Company completed the sale of its mobile device design and manufacturing business to NEXA Mobility, a private company in the hardware space on January 23, 2026. The sale allows the Company to focus on the DNA X trading platform and its growth potential. The purchase price of the assets was $15 million less customary working capital adjustments with $13.5 million being paid immediately and $1.5 million in cash to be paid in nine months. The company used the proceeds to repay debt and other obligations. The remaining cash will be used to support the DNA X trading business.

On January 23, 2026, the Company successfully rebranded itself as DNA X, Inc., from Sonim Technologies Inc. The stock ticker on Nasdaq remains SONM and our primary corporate offices remain in San Diego.

On January 30, 2026, our Chief Executive Officer and board member resigned and our Executive Chairman became the acting Chief Executive Officer. A new board member, Scott Walker, a co-founder of DNA Holdings (the company that sold us the DNA X trading platform), was appointed to the board on January 30, 2026. Scott brings vast expertise in the cryptocurrency trading industry.

"We have transitioned to an industry that we believe is in its infancy and provides us with great opportunities for growth," said Mike Mulica, acting Chief Executive Officer. "We are very excited about the growth opportunity that we see in front of us."

Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights:

Revenue: There was no revenue from continuing operations because revenue from our phone and hotspot operations was included in discontinued operations.General & Administrative Expenses: Fourth-quarter general and administrative expenses for continuing operations were $1.2 million and were primarily due to legal costs for the acquisition of the DNA X trading platform, legal costs for the asset sale, and proxy costs for the special stockholders' vote for the asset sale. Cash Position: We ended the year with $1.3 million in cash from continuing operations. This cash plus cash proceeds from the asset sale will be used to support and grow the DNA X trading business.2025 Business Highlights: We successfully purchased the DNA X trading platform and we positioned the Company to complete the sale of our mobile device assets in January 2026. These transitions allowed us to move away from the geo-political risks that drastically raised the costs to produce our phones and hotspots as we moved our production outside of China, became subject to tariffs, and as supply chain costs increased. Notable accomplishments include:

Integrated the DNA X trading business with our existing infrastructureBegan the integration of our phone and hotspot business with the Buyer to achieve a desired sale price for the asset sale that we completed in January 2026Developed a transition plan to ensure that we have necessary leadership and expertise to manage the DNA X trading business once the phone and hotspot assets were sold2026 Outlook: "We expect future growth in revenue, gross margin and profitability as we exit the monitoring and testing phase and begin marketing our trading platform to the public," said Clay Crolius, CFO of DNA X. "With product enhancements and an increase in the number of cryptocurrencies that can be traded, we believe we are uniquely positioned to grow while increasing our margins."

About DNA X, Inc. DNA X operates a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol that automates trading on decentralized exchanges, including recurring and limit orders. For more information, visit https://ir.dna-x.global.

Media and Investor Relations Contact: Clay Crolius, DNA X, Inc. [email protected].

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Company's strategic transformation, the expected growth, performance and market opportunities of the DNA X trading platform, anticipated use of proceeds from the sale of the Company's mobile device design and manufacturing business, and the Company's future operations and financial performance.

These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and assumptions and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: risks related to the Company's ability to successfully integrate and operate the DNA X trading platform and achieve anticipated growth; the early-stage nature of the Company's current business and the volatility of the cryptocurrency markets; the Company's recent disposition of its mobile device design and manufacturing business; the Company's ability to obtain or maintain sufficient liquidity to execute its business plan; potential delays or challenges in executing its strategic plans; general economic, market and industry conditions; and the Company's ability to maintain compliance with Nasdaq listing requirements.

Additional information regarding these and other risks and uncertainties is included in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. The Company cautions you not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release, and undertakes no obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.

DNA X, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
DECEMBER 31, 2025 and 2024
(IN THOUSANDS EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE AMOUNTS)

December 31, 2025
December 31, 2024
Assets

Cash and cash equivalents$1,303
$5,343
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
676

-
Current assets held for sale
26,930

26,822
Total Current assets
28,909

32,165
Investment in DNA X, LLC
1,242

-
Deferred tax assets
1,441

64
Other assets
274

384
Non-current assets held for sale
12,032

7,126
Total assets$43,898
$39,739
Liabilities and stockholders' deficit
 

 
Accounts payable
4,030

738
Accrued liabilities
704

250
Promissory notes, net
5,065

-
Derivative liability on convertible note
171

-
Current liabilities held for sale
38,057

42,752
Total current liabilities
48,027

43,740
Income tax payable
2,598

1,699
Total liabilities
50,625

45,439
Commitments and contingencies
-

-

 

 
Redeemable common stock, $0.001 par value; 223,201 shares issued and outstanding; redemption value $1,228
1,228

-

 

 
Stockholders' deficit
 

 
Common stock, $0.001 par value per share; 1,000,000,000 shares authorized: and 1,265,067 and 276,881 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively*
1

-
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized: and no shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2025 and 2024
-

-
Additional paid-in capital*
296,309

277,908
Accumulated deficit
(304,265)
(283,608)Total stockholders' deficit
(7,955)
(5,700)Total liabilities, redeemable common stock, and stockholders' deficit$43,898
$39,739
     * Adjusted retroactively to reflect the 1-for-18 reverse stock split that became effective on October 28, 2025.    DNA X, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 and 2024
(IN THOUSANDS EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE AMOUNTS)

2025
2024
Continuing operations:

Net revenues$-
$-
Cost of revenues
-

-
Gross profit
-

-
Operating expenses
 

 
General and administrative
5,406

3,100
Other
-

-
Total operating expenses
5,406

3,100
Net income (loss) from operations
(5,406)
(3,100)Interest expense, net
(1,486)
(29)Loss on extinguishment of debt
(161)
-
Other income (expense), net
(902)
246
Net loss from continuing operations before income taxes
(7,955)
(2,883)Income tax expense from continuing operations
-

-
Net loss from continuing operations
(7,955)
(2,883)Discontinued Operations:
 

 
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax
(12,702)
(30,765)Net loss$(20,657)$(33,648)Net loss per share basic and diluted:
 

 
Continuing operations*
(11.00)
(11.00)Discontinued operations*
(17.58)
(117.37)Net loss*$(28.58)$(128.37)Weighted-average shares used in computing net loss per share:
 

 
Basic and diluted*
722,689

262,118
       * Adjusted retroactively to reflect the 1-for-18 reverse stock split that became effective on October 28, 2025.    To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/292277

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Ginkgo Bioworks Announces Date of First Quarter 2026 Results Presentation
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Presentation and Q&A session scheduled for post-market on Thursday, May 7, 2026

, /PRNewswire/ -- Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: DNA, "Ginkgo") today announced that it plans to host a presentation and Q&A session reviewing business performance for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, on Thursday, May 7, 2026, beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET.

The presentation details and webcast link will be available on Ginkgo's investor relations website at https://investors.ginkgobioworks.com, and a replay will be made available.

To ask a question ahead of the presentation, please submit them to @Ginkgo on X (hashtag #GinkgoResults) or by sending an e-mail to [email protected].

About Ginkgo Bioworks
Ginkgo Bioworks builds the tools that make biology easier to engineer for everyone. The company offers autonomous laboratories that replace manual laboratory work with robotics in the lab, greatly improving the productivity of scientists. Ginkgo's in-house autonomous lab is also available as a "cloud lab" through our Datapoints and Solutions contract research services. For more information, visit ginkgobioworks.com and ginkgobiosecurity.com, read our blog, or follow us on social media channels such as X (@Ginkgo and @Ginkgo_Biosec), Instagram (@GinkgoBioworks), Threads (@GinkgoBioworks), or LinkedIn.

Ginkgo Bioworks Contacts:

INVESTOR CONTACT:

[email protected] 

MEDIA CONTACT:

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2026-05-07 16:05 5mo ago
Ginkgo Bioworks Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results, Completes Divestiture of Biosecurity and Continues to Scale Autonomous Lab
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Ginkgo provides an update on its first quarter financial results following the divestiture of its Biosecurity business

, /PRNewswire/ -- Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: DNA, "Ginkgo") today announced its results for the first quarter of 2026 that ended March 31, 2026. The update, including a webcast slide presentation with additional details on the first quarter, as well as supplemental financial information, will be available at investors.ginkgobioworks.com.

First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

As previously announced, Ginkgo completed the divestiture of its Biosecurity business on April 3, 2026 and is presenting the financial results of operations for the former business within discontinued operations.  Accordingly, Ginkgo's previously reported financial results for comparable periods have been retrospectively recast to conform to this presentation and reflect Ginkgo as a single reporting segment. First quarter 2026 Revenue of $19 million compared to $38 million in the comparable prior year period, a decrease of 49%. As previously reported, the first quarter of 2025 benefited from $7 million of non-cash revenue from previously announced release of deferred revenue relating to the mutual termination of a customer agreement. Excluding this non-cash deferred revenue release, first quarter 2026 Revenue of $19 million, down from $31 million in the comparable prior year period, a decrease of 37%. The decrease in revenue is primarily attributed to ongoing program rationalization as part of our restructuring activities. First quarter 2026 GAAP net loss from continuing operations of $(76) million, compared to $(83) million in the comparable prior year period. First quarter 2026 Adjusted EBITDA of $(42) million, down from $(44) million in the comparable prior year period. Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities balance as of March 31, 2026 of $373 million. "We believe autonomous labs will replace the lab bench more quickly than people think," said Jason Kelly, Co-founder and CEO of Ginkgo Bioworks. "Nebula is already the world's largest autonomous lab with the ability to run real customer science around the clock and we're targeting to double its size this year. We see a large market that remains overwhelmingly manual today, and every experiment our Solutions, Datapoints, and Cloud Lab businesses run on Nebula generates revenue today while making the platform better for tomorrow. Ginkgo is singularly focused on leading the transition from the lab bench to autonomous research infrastructure that runs 24/7 and integrates directly with the AI models transforming drug discovery and industrial biotechnology."

Recent Business Highlights & Strategic Positioning

We believe that autonomous labs will replace the bench. The return on investment of the autonomous lab is clear for customers, with millions of square feet and tens of billions per year being spent on work happening at the lab bench The autonomous lab is a machine that can run 24/7 and can be seamlessly integrated into emerging AI models Nebula, our autonomous lab, is showing what is possible at the bleeding edge. Nebula is the world's largest autonomous lab and in 2026 we are aiming to double its size Recent coverage positions Ginkgo at the frontier of scientific innovation in the scientific (Nature), trade (R&D World), mainstream (Forbes, The Washington Post), and tech press (Sequoia's Training Data, TBPN) Policymakers and heads of R&D visit for our internal demonstrations. During SLAS 2026, over 500 visitors came to tour Nebula Cloud Lab, Datapoints, and Solutions are our version of Starlink. They both create revenue and speed the development of the autonomous lab We are seeing traction with our Cloud Lab from partners such as ProQR and Amazon, who included us as an integrated wet lab partner on their Amazon Bio Discovery platform Full Year 2026 Outlook

Ginkgo reaffirms expected total cash burn of $(150)-$(125) million in 2026.   Conference Call Details
Ginkgo will host a videoconference today, Thursday, May 7, beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET. The presentation will include an overview of the first quarter 2026, recent business updates, a discussion on Ginkgo's outlook, as well as a moderated question and answer session. 

To ask a question ahead of the presentation, please submit your questions to @Ginkgo on X (hashtag #GinkgoResults) or by sending an e-mail to [email protected].

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About Ginkgo Bioworks
Ginkgo Bioworks builds the tools that make biology easier to engineer for everyone. The company offers autonomous laboratories that replace manual laboratory work with robotics in the lab, greatly improving the productivity of scientists. Ginkgo's in-house autonomous lab is also available as a "Cloud Lab" through our Datapoints and Solutions contract research services. For more information, visit ginkgobioworks.com, read our blog, or follow us on social media channels such as X (@Ginkgo), Instagram (@GinkgoBioworks), Threads (@GinkgoBioworks), or LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements of Ginkgo Bioworks 
This press release, the presentation, and the conference call and webcast contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding our plans, including with respect to technology adaptations to meet our customers' needs and the integration of our autonomous lab platform with third-party artificial intelligence models, strategies, including with respect to our current expectations, operations and anticipated results of operations, both business and financial, including the timing for attaining Adjusted EBITDA breakeven, potential customer success, including successful application of our offerings by our customers, expected benefits from our strategic partnerships and collaborations (including with named partners such as ProQR and Amazon), the anticipated growth, scaling, capacity, capabilities and competitive position of our autonomous lab (including Nebula) and of our Cloud Lab, Datapoints and Solutions offerings, our beliefs and estimates regarding the size, composition, growth and pace of adoption of the market for autonomous laboratory and related services (including the displacement of manual laboratory work), expectations regarding the development, performance and future enhancements of our platform, and expectations with regard to revenue, including our ability to meet all milestones and achieve the maximum revenue available under certain of our customer arrangements, expenses, our full year 2026 outlook including the total cash burn guidance, and the market environment, all of which are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements, market trends, or industry results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "can," "project," "potential," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," "target," "goal," "aim," "design," "forecast," "outlook," "guidance," "seek" "position," and similar expressions, as well as the negatives of such terms. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this document, including but not limited to: (i) our ability to realize near-term and long-term cost savings associated with our site consolidation plans, including the ability to terminate leases or find sub-lease tenants for unused facilities, (ii) volatility in the price of Ginkgo's securities due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Ginkgo operates and plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, and changes in laws and regulations affecting Ginkgo's business, (iii) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, and to identify and realize additional business opportunities, including with respect to our solutions and tools offerings, (iv) the risk of downturns in demand for products using synthetic biology, (v) the uncertainty regarding the demand for passive monitoring programs and biosecurity services, (vi) changes to the biosecurity industry, including due to advancements in technology, emerging competition and evolution in industry demands, standards and regulations, (vii) the outcome of any pending or potential legal proceedings against Ginkgo, (viii) our ability to realize the expected benefits from and the success of our platform programs and assets, (ix) our ability to successfully develop engineered cells, bioprocesses, data packages or other deliverables, (x) the product development, production or manufacturing success of our customers, (xi) our exposure to the volatility and liquidity risks inherent in holding equity interests in other operating companies and other non-cash consideration we may receive for our services, (xii) the potential negative impact on our business of our restructuring or the failure to realize the anticipated savings associated therewith, (xiii) the uncertainty regarding government budgetary priorities and funding allocated to government agencies, including potential adverse effects from the U.S. government shutdown, (xiv) our ability to scale, expand the capacity of, and continue to develop the capabilities of our autonomous lab (including Nebula) on the timelines and to the extent we anticipate, (xv) the pace and degree to which autonomous laboratory infrastructure is adopted by, and displaces manual laboratory work in, the broader life sciences and industrial biotechnology markets, (xvi) the actual size, composition and growth of the addressable markets we target, which may differ materially from our estimates, (xvii) our ability to integrate our autonomous lab platform with third-party artificial intelligence models and other technologies, and the rate of development and adoption of such technologies, and (xviii) our ability to maintain and expand strategic partnerships and customer relationships, including those with named partners referenced in this release. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of Ginkgo's annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 26, 2026 and other documents filed by Ginkgo from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Ginkgo assumes no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Ginkgo does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Certain of the financial measures included in this release, including Adjusted EBITDA, cash flow and cash burn, have not been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), and constitute "non-GAAP financial measures" as defined by the SEC. Ginkgo has included these non-GAAP financial measures because it believes they provide an additional tool for investors to use in evaluating Ginkgo's financial performance and prospects. Due to the nature and/or size of the items being excluded, such items do not reflect future gains, losses, expenses or benefits and are not indicative of our future operating performance. These non-GAAP financial measures are supplemental to, and should not be considered in isolation from, or as an alternative to, financial measures determined in accordance with GAAP. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures may differ from non-GAAP financial measures with comparable names used by other companies. See the reconciliation below for additional information regarding certain of the non-GAAP financial measures included in this release, including a description of these non-GAAP financial measures and a reconciliation of the historic measures to Ginkgo's most comparable GAAP financial measures. Ginkgo does not reconcile its forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures to the corresponding GAAP measures, due to variability and difficulty in making accurate forecasts and projections and/or certain information not being ascertainable or accessible; and because not all of the information, such as unrealized equity gains and losses necessary for a quantitative reconciliation of these forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, can be predicted with reasonable accuracy and is available to Ginkgo without unreasonable efforts. For the same reasons, Ginkgo is unable to address the probable significance of the unavailable information. Ginkgo provides non-GAAP financial measures that it believes will be achieved, however it cannot accurately predict all of the components of the adjusted calculations and the GAAP measures may be materially different than the non-GAAP measures.

Ginkgo Bioworks Contacts: 

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Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(unaudited)

(in thousands, except share data)

As of March 31,
2026

As of December 31,
2025

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$             143,864

$             167,202

Marketable securities

229,592

255,418

Accounts receivable, net

19,815

24,026

Accounts receivable - related parties

454

229

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

16,230

24,963

Total current assets

409,955

471,838

Property, plant and equipment, net

163,020

167,371

Operating lease right-of-use assets

353,804

360,918

Investments

14,703

15,066

Intangible assets, net

48,860

53,482

Other non-current assets

39,522

47,167

Assets held for sale

3,211

3,854

Total assets

$           1,033,075

$           1,119,696

Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$              16,309

$              10,566

Deferred revenue (includes $98 and $98 from related parties)

14,910

18,946

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

48,376

66,458

Total current liabilities

79,595

95,970

Non-current liabilities:

Deferred revenue, net of current portion (includes $64,810 and $64,787 from related
parties)

77,895

75,182

Operating lease liabilities, non-current

410,700

417,078

Other non-current liabilities

21,732

22,876

Total liabilities

589,922

611,106

Commitments and contingencies (Note 10)

Stockholders' equity:

Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value; 200,000,000 shares authorized; none issued

—

—

Common stock, $0.0001 par value (Note 8)

6

6

Additional paid-in capital

6,674,860

6,657,053

Accumulated deficit

(6,232,907)

(6,150,320)

Accumulated other comprehensive income

1,194

1,851

Total stockholders' equity

443,153

508,590

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

$           1,033,075

$           1,119,696

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

(unaudited)

(in thousands, except share data)

Three Months Ended March
31,

2026

2025

Revenue (1)

$        19,474

$        38,230

Costs and operating expenses:

Cost of other revenue

3,098

4,090

Research and development

49,920

70,923

General and administrative

37,830

39,723

Restructuring charges

—

4,466

Total operating expenses

90,848

119,202

Loss from operations

(71,374)

(80,972)

Other income (expense):

Interest income, net

3,596

6,081

Loss on investments

(1,214)

(3,693)

Other expense, net

(7,147)

(4,638)

Total other expense

(4,765)

(2,250)

Loss from continuing operations before income taxes

(76,139)

(83,222)

Income tax (benefit) expense

(80)

88

Net loss from continuing operations

$       (76,059)

$       (83,310)

Net loss from discontinued operations, net of tax

(6,528)

(7,647)

Net loss

$       (82,587)

$       (90,957)

Net loss per share:

Basic from continuing operations

$           (1.28)

$           (1.54)

Basic from discontinued operations

(0.11)

(0.14)

Basic

$           (1.39)

$           (1.68)

Weighted average common shares outstanding:

Basic

59,563,454

54,241,619

Comprehensive loss:

Net loss

(82,587)

(90,957)

Other comprehensive (loss) income:

Foreign currency translation adjustment

(579)

849

Unrealized gains (loss) on available-for-sale securities          

(78)

107

Total other comprehensive (loss) income

(657)

956

Comprehensive loss

$       (83,244)

$       (90,001)

(1)  includes related party revenue of zero and $8,098 for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(unaudited)

(in thousands)

Three Months Ended March 31,

2026

2025

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net loss from continuing operations

$       (76,059)

$       (83,310)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

12,799

14,822

Stock-based compensation

15,853

17,386

Loss on investments

1,214

3,693

Change in fair value of notes receivable

6,759

5,285

Change in fair value of contingent consideration

—

(1,302)

Non-cash lease expense

7,114

7,379

Accretion of discount on marketable securities

(120)

—

Other non-cash activity

185

149

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Accounts receivable

(242)

(667)

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

5,930

(581)

Operating lease right-of-use assets

—

3,675

Other non-current assets

94

(167)

Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other current liabilities

(11,601)

8,869

Deferred revenue, current and non-current (includes zero and $(7,878) from related
parties)

(2,606)

(13,190)

Operating lease liabilities, current and non-current

(4,995)

(4,790)

Other non-current liabilities

(758)

—

Net cash used in operating activities - continuing operations

(46,433)

(42,749)

Net cash used in operating activities - discontinued operations

(253)

(8,772)

Net cash used in operating activities

(46,686)

(51,521)

Cash flows from investing activities:

Purchases of marketable debt securities

(83,161)

(191,182)

Maturities of marketable debt securities

108,178

—

Purchases of property and equipment

(1,933)

(7,622)

Other

48

120

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

23,132

(198,684)

Cash flows from financing activities:

Principal payments on finance leases

(19)

(207)

Net cash used in financing activities

(19)

(207)

Effect of foreign exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents

(129)

74

Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

(23,702)

(250,338)

Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period

167,202

561,572

Restricted cash, beginning of period

45,169

44,171

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period

212,371

605,743

Cash and cash equivalents, end of period

143,864

312,420

Restricted cash, end of period

44,805

42,985

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period

$       188,669

$       355,405

The following table presents summary results of the Company's reportable segment, including significant expenses, and a reconciliation to loss from continuing operations before income taxes (in thousands):

Three Months Ended March 31,

2026

2025

Revenue

$        19,474

$        38,230

Costs and operating expenses:

   Cost of other revenue (1)

2,672

3,121

   Research and development (1)

30,105

48,670

   General and administrative (1)

12,723

19,654

Stock-based compensation (2)

16,708

17,713

Depreciation and amortization

12,799

14,822

Restructuring charges (3)

—

4,466

Carrying cost of excess space (net of sublease income) (4)

15,842

11,674

Merger and acquisition related expense (income) (5)

—

(918)

Other (income) expense, net (6)

4,764

2,250

Loss from continuing operations before income taxes

$      (76,139)

$      (83,222)

(1)

The costs and operating expenses exclude expenses which are separately captioned below.

(2)

Includes $0.9 million and $0.4 million in employer payroll taxes for three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.

(3)

See Note 3, Restructuring, for composition of costs.

(4)

The carrying cost of excess space includes base rent, common area maintenance charges, and real estate taxes associated with facilities the Company is not occupying, net of any sublease income from these spaces.

(5)

Represents transaction and integration costs directly related to mergers and acquisitions, including: (i) legal, consulting, and accounting fees associated with acquisitions; (ii) post-acquisition employee retention bonuses; (iii) (gain)/loss from changes in the fair value of contingent consideration liabilities resulting from acquisitions; and (iv) securities litigation costs.

(6)

Includes interest income, interest expense, loss on investments, changes in fair value of certain assets and liabilities, and other gains and losses.

Three Months Ended March 31,

(in thousands)

2026

2025

Net loss from continuing operations (1)

$      (76,059)

$      (83,310)

Interest income, net

(3,596)

(6,081)

Income tax (benefit) expense

(80)

88

Depreciation and amortization

12,799

14,822

EBITDA

(66,936)

(74,481)

Stock-based compensation (2)

16,708

17,713

Restructuring charges (3)

—

4,466

Merger and acquisition related (income) expense (4)          

—

(918)

Loss (gain) on investments

1,214

3,693

Change in fair value of notes receivable

6,759

5,285

Adjusted EBITDA

$      (42,255)

$      (44,242)

(1)

All periods include non-cash revenue when earned, including $7.5 million recognized in the three months ended March 31, 2025, pursuant to the release of deferred revenue related to the mutual termination of a customer agreement.

(2)

Includes $0.9 million and $0.4 million  in employer payroll taxes for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.

(3)

Restructuring charges primarily consist of employee termination costs from the reduction in force commenced in June 2024.

(4)

Represents transaction and integration costs directly related to mergers and acquisitions, including: (i) legal, consulting, and accounting fees associated with acquisitions; (ii) post-acquisition employee retention bonuses; (iii) (gain)/loss from changes in the fair value of contingent consideration liabilities resulting from acquisitions; and (iv) securities litigation costs. Not included in this adjustment are acquired in-process research and development expenses, which totaled zero for both the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.

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2026-06-12 12:54 4mo ago
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Ginkgo Bioworks Q1 Earnings Call Highlights
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2026-05-11 19:00 5mo ago
Lotus Unveils Focus 2030 – Reinforcing Brand DNA with an All-New Hybrid-V8 Supercar
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Focus 2030 targets market competitiveness and sustainable business operations through brand reinforcement and unification, close partner collaboration, financial discipline, and multi-powertrain strategy.New proprietary X-Hybrid performance technology will be the first of its kind to come to market in Europe in Q4 2026, with more than 1,000 orders in China in the first month for Eletre X - showing early momentum.Type 135 confirmed as an all-new hybrid-V8 supercar coming to market in 2028, reaffirming Lotus’ performance DNA. NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lotus Technology Inc. (“Lotus Tech” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LOT), a leading global intelligent and luxury mobility provider, today announced Focus 2030 for Lotus, an evolved business strategy designed to underpin its competitiveness and transformation into a more flexible and sustainable business model ensuring market resilience amid external headwinds.

Built on four core pillars, including brand reinforcement, a multi-powertrain strategy, close partner collaboration, and financial discipline, the strategy marks a significant reset for the brand.

Mr. Qingfeng Feng, Chief Executive Officer of Lotus Tech, said, “Lotus was born from the rebellious spirit of Colin Chapman, and that is not lost today. Focus 2030 will reset both the brand and the business, keeping us true to our DNA. We are obsessed with engineering, performance and building drivers' cars, and that is what will grow this business.”

Protecting What Makes Lotus, Lotus
Focus 2030 puts the Lotus DNA at the heart of every decision. Regardless of product or powertrain, every Lotus has been, and will be, developed against the same set of guiding principles: lightweight design, aerodynamics, obsessive engineering, and driver engagement.

Lotus has been instrumental in shaping automotive culture for 78 years - redefining the limits of performance in racing and building the most engaging road cars in the world. This continues under Focus 2030, with design and engineering rooted in the UK, home of the brand’s identity and motorsport expertise, and R&D in China to deliver rapid scale to market.

Multi-Powertrain Strategy, Built Around the Customer
As regulatory and consumer landscapes continue to evolve globally at different speeds, Lotus will pursue an agile approach across ICE (internal combustion engine), PHEV (hybrid electric vehicle), and BEV (battery electric vehicle), targeting an approximately 60:40 mix between PHEV and BEV volume mix over its electrified portfolio in the interim, and a customer-led transition to full electrification.

Hybrid technology will play a central role, serving specific customer needs. First to come is X-Hybrid, a unique blend of ICE and BEV performance expertise that delivers long-range, flexibility, and practicality alongside sustained high performance and Lotus’ trademark driver engagement.

Lotus’ proprietary X-Hybrid technology was first launched on Eletre, as Eletre X (known as “For Me” in China). Customer deliveries have started in China, and early vehicle reception has been positive, with more than 1,000 orders placed in the first month alone. Customer deliveries in Europe are expected to begin in Q4 2026, making it the first of its kind to come to market.

Reaffirming the brand’s performance DNA, the next development of Lotus’ proprietary hybrid technology will be the unveiling of its first-ever supercar, Type 135 (also known as “Vision X”), planned for delivery in 2028. This will be an all-new car, featuring a V8 hybrid powertrain, with over 1000PS. It is expected to be manufactured in Europe, with further details to be announced later this year.

Emira continuity is confirmed, reflecting both Lotus’ commitment to manufacturing in the UK and sustained consumer demand for its combustion-engine sportscars. The company will reveal an update in the coming weeks, designed to be the most powerful and lightest Emira ever built.

Lotus’ BEV portfolio, Eletre (SUV), Emeya (GT), and Evija (Hypercar), remains a core pillar of the business, having brought new customers to the marque and broadened its commercial foundation. Lotus was an early adopter of 800V architecture through its electric SUV and GT offerings and remains committed to continued BEV innovation.

Built to Compete Globally
Lotus’ close collaboration with its major shareholder, Geely Holding Group, is central to Focus 2030. The two businesses are working together on technology development, supply-chain competitiveness, and manufacturing efficiencies to increase go-to-market speed, global scale, and margin resilience.

The partnership gives Lotus access to world-class electrification capabilities and resources, while Lotus contributes its globally recognized performance engineering expertise and brand equity to Geely Holding Group’s portfolio.

Underpinning this is the planned integration of Lotus UK and Lotus Tech into a single entity, which is expected to unify the brand, streamline governance, reduce costs, and accelerate engineering integration for next-generation performance vehicles.

Daniel Li, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Lotus Tech, and Executive Vice Chairman of Geely Holding Group, said, “Geely has believed in Lotus from the beginning, and that belief has not wavered. We are committed to giving Lotus the resources it deserves to compete at the highest level. What Lotus brings is irreplaceable, and Focus 2030 is proof that we take that responsibility seriously. We are excited for the next chapter in the brand's story."

Restoring Financial Discipline
Focus 2030 sets a clear commercial direction for the business, with a focus on targeted volumes, stronger margins, and greater emphasis on personalization. Lotus is guiding towards a steady ramp-up to 30,000 sales units annually as its full model line-up stabilizes, enabling the business to reach sustained profitability.

Over the last year, Lotus has made significant improvements across its entities to increase operational efficiency. Lotus Tech has also increased cost optimization and operational efficiency, as demonstrated by its improved margins in its full-year 2025 results.

The Company has targeted a clear and diverse strategy across its core markets:

China - the primary volume growth engine, leveraging strong demand for premium new energy vehicles (NEV).Europe - building on racing heritage and British engineering brand equity across a diverse powertrain portfolio.North America - strategy anchored in sports cars, with a new SUV market opportunity in Canada.APAC and Middle East - foundations have been developed, and the brand is now active in 25 markets across the region, providing opportunities to reach new customers with its entire product portfolio. About Lotus Technology Inc. 
Lotus Technology Inc. has operations across the UK, the EU and China. The Company is dedicated to delivering luxury lifestyle electric vehicles, with a focus on world-class R&D in next-generation automobility technologies such as electrification, digitalization and more. For more information about Lotus Technology Inc., please visit www.group-lotus.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may”, “should”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “predict”, “potential”, “forecast”, “plan”, “seek”, “future”, “propose” or “continue”, or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology although not all forward-looking statements contain such terminology. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, including those identified under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and Lotus Technology Inc. undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

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The $59B Quiet Shift Reshaping How Patients Access Care
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Equity-Insider.com News Commentary

, /PRNewswire/ -- Point-of-care diagnostics just crossed $58.76 billion globally in 2026, growing at nearly 10% annually as testing that used to require a hospital lab now fits on a clinic counter or a patient's nightstand[1]. That capital rotation is real: digital health startups pulled in $4 billion in Q1 alone, the strongest first quarter since the pandemic peak, with average deal sizes at levels not seen since late 2021[2]. Investors are not chasing drug discovery this cycle; they are backing companies that can deliver clinical-grade results through faster, lighter, cheaper channels, and five names sit at the center of that structural realignment: VentriPoint Diagnostics (TSXV: VPT) (OTCPK: VPTDF), Hims & Hers Health (NYSE: HIMS), Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO), MannKind (NASDAQ: MNKD), and Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA).

The trajectory keeps steepening. Analysts project the global POC diagnostics market will reach $114.65 billion by 2035, fueled by AI integration, miniaturized biosensors, and cloud-connected platforms that compress turnaround times from days to minutes[3]. The entire diagnostic equipment value chain is shifting from a centralized hospital model to a decentralized, consumer-facing landscape, and that creates a scalable opening for platforms delivering accessible, clinical-grade outcomes outside traditional hospital walls.

VentriPoint Diagnostics (TSXV: VPT) (OTCPK: VPTDF) is heading to Europe next week to showcase its AI-powered cardiac imaging platform at one of the biggest cardiology conferences on the planet. The company will exhibit at the 59th Annual Meeting of the Association for European Paediatric and Congenital Cardiology (AEPC), running May 12 to 16 in Padua, Italy, alongside European distributor AngioPro. AEPC is the world's largest association in congenital cardiology, with over 1,000 specialists across 32 countries, and this year's program is centered on cardiovascular imaging and artificial intelligence, exactly the areas where VentriPoint operates.

VMS+™ 4.0 takes a standard 2D ultrasound scan and converts it into a detailed 3D model of the heart. The company says the results are comparable to cardiac MRI, but without the million-dollar machine or the months-long wait list. Built on more than a decade of proprietary Knowledge Based Reconstruction technology, the system works with ultrasound equipment from any manufacturer and holds regulatory approvals in the United States, Canada, and Europe.

That regulatory footprint is expanding. In late April, VentriPoint announced that strategic partner Lishman Global Inc. formally submitted VMS ™ 4.0 to China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) for approval. Lishman Global qualified for the NMPA's expedited "green channel" review pathway, reserved for innovative technologies addressing significant clinical needs. China has an estimated 330 million patients affected by cardiovascular disease.

Commercial momentum has been building. VentriPoint recently picked up a Gold Medal at the 2026 Edison Awards for VMS+™ 4.0. It announced a collaboration with the Health Division of the Montecristo Group to deploy VMS+™ across Costa Rica's hospital networks, where Hospital Metropolitano has an existing relationship with Sanford Health. VentriPoint also recently partnered with First Light Health to bring cardiac diagnostics to Indigenous and remote communities across Canada, building on an earlier partnership with the Nisga'a Valley Health Authority. The company also signed a commercial agreement with LG Consulting Solutions targeting cardiac centres in Northern California.

"AEPC represents the heart of the European congenital cardiology community, and we are proud to be part of it," said Hugh MacNaught, President and CEO of VentriPoint. "VMS+™ delivers fast, affordable, and accessible volumetric cardiac assessments with accuracy comparable to MRI, giving clinicians the confidence they need to manage their patients at every stage of life."

With regulatory submissions advancing in China, distribution partners spanning Costa Rica to Northern California, Edison Award recognition, and a growing presence at major cardiology conferences, VentriPoint is building the kind of global footprint that turns a promising medtech platform into a scalable business.

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Other industry developments and happenings in the market include:

Hims & Hers Health (NYSE: HIMS) announced a new collaboration with Novo Nordisk to make a broad assortment of FDA-approved GLP-1 medications available to eligible customers, including Wegovy, the only FDA-approved GLP-1 weight loss pill. The expansion positions Hims & Hers Health as the largest global consumer health platform for affordable access to approved medications, with prices starting as low as $149 a month.

"Today we're taking an important next step toward building a better model of healthcare that works for everyday people," said Andrew Dudum, co-founder and CEO of Hims & Hers Health. "When healthcare innovators work together, we can make sure customer access moves at the same speed as innovation. As the largest global consumer health platform, we're thrilled to be working alongside Novo Nordisk to help more people feel their best and we're excited to find more ways to collaborate across the industry."

Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO) is expanding patient reach through the partnership, with eligible customers now able to access treatments that can help them lose up to 20% of their body weight. Multiple Wegovy dosing options are available across both injectable and pill formats, alongside Ozempic injection pens approved for Type 2 diabetes treatment.

"Obesity medications have evolved over the last several years to become more affordable, more flexible, and more approachable for every kind of patient," said Dr. Craig Primack, SVP Weight Management at Hims & Hers Health. "As a part of our comprehensive treatment program, these FDA-approved medications will help more people get and stay healthy. We're excited to see how our customers succeed as more innovative treatments become available."

MannKind (NASDAQ: MNKD) announced it will present new clinical data on Afrezza at the ATTD 2026 conference in Barcelona, spanning oral and poster sessions focused on real-world dosing patterns and post-prandial glucose management in both adult and pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes. The presentations include findings from the INHALE-1 study, which examined how inhaled insulin is initiated and adjusted in children and adolescents, with patients started at an approximately 2:1 conversion from rapid-acting insulin analogs.

"We look forward to presenting important new data for Afrezza at this year's ATTD and contributing to the scientific dialogue around meal-time diabetes management across both adult and pediatric populations," said Kevin Kaiserman, MD, Senior Vice President, Therapeutic Area Head, Diabetes for MannKind. "ATTD is a key forum for advancing how clinicians think about insulin use at meals, and we value the opportunity to engage with the global diabetes community on this important topic."

The FDA accepted a supplemental Biologics License Application for Afrezza in patients ages 4-17 living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, with a PDUFA target action date of May 29, 2026. If approved, Afrezza would become the first needle-free insulin option for pediatric patients in over 100 years.

Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA) launched Ginkgo Cloud Lab, a browser-based interface that gives researchers remote access to the company's autonomous lab infrastructure powered by proprietary Reconfigurable Automation Carts. The platform connects scientists to a fleet of over 70 instruments spanning sample preparation, liquid handling, analytical readouts, storage, and incubation, with an AI-driven agent called EstiMate enabling protocol submission in plain language and immediate compatibility assessment and pricing.

"Autonomous labs are poised to scale and accelerate the high-mix work that a lab bench supports," said Jason Kelly, CEO of Ginkgo Bioworks. "By opening up our autonomous infrastructure through the Cloud Lab, we're giving scientists access to these tools today."

Ginkgo Cloud Lab is central to Ginkgo Bioworks' 2026 strategic shift to consolidate all R&D services onto Nebula, its autonomous lab in Boston, MA, decommissioning traditional benches in favor of programmable robotic infrastructure. The company is targeting users ranging from academic researchers to global biopharmaceutical companies, inviting them to submit protocols directly at cloud.ginkgo.bio for feasibility reports and price quotes.

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Ginkgo Bioworks: Another Lost Year
DNA Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings
FMP Stock News
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Ginkgo Bioworks (DNA) reported Q1 revenues of $19.5M, down nearly 50% year-over-year and badly missing street estimates even after Biosecurity adjustments. Management is pivoting to autonomous labs but refuses to provide revenue guidance, causing analyst estimates to fall further. DNA continues to burn significant cash, with Q1 cash burn at $49M and 2026 guidance of $125M–$150M, leaving $373M in cash and no debt but weakening flexibility.
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DNA Finland Extends Fiber-Grade Connectivity to Lower-Density MDUs with Harmonic
DNA Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings
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Harmonic's SeaStar Optical Node Enables Cost-Effective Broadband Service Expansion in Previously Underserved Brownfield MDU Environments

, /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that DNA Finland, the second largest mobile and fixed broadband operator serving the Finnish market, is expanding multi-gigabit services into lower-density multi-dwelling units (MDUs) with Harmonic's SeaStar™ optical node. The SeaStar node enables DNA Finland to deliver fiber-grade connectivity to brownfield MDU environments that have traditionally been challenging to serve due to permitting complexities and high rewiring costs. By leveraging Harmonic's compact, scalable optical node, DNA Finland can offer competitive, fiber-grade broadband services to the brownfield MDU market, significantly expanding its addressable market beyond the current subscriber base.

"Previously, deploying a dedicated node for every MDU with only a handful of subscribers was cost-prohibitive, making lower-density MDU opportunities economically unviable for us," said Markus Lehtiniemi, access networks design team lead at DNA Finland. "Harmonic's game changing SeaStar node gives us a cost-effective solution to extend high-speed broadband services into the lower-density MDU market we previously could not economically serve. This strengthens our competitive position, establishes a clear market advantage and accelerates business growth."

Harmonic's powerful SeaStar optical node enables DNA Finland to extend multi-gigabit connectivity through a centralized fiber forward architecture that leverages existing in-building coax wiring. The SeaStar node supports up to 16 low-cost optical mini nodes installed at the MDUs via point-to-point fiber connections, which then connect directly to the MDU's existing coax cabling. This helps the operator to reduce infrastructure requirements and lower operational costs while extending reliable high-speed broadband services to more MDUs.

Additionally, the SeaStar node connects seamlessly with Harmonic's Central AI-powered network intelligence and operations service providing DNA Finland with powerful network analytics for real-time network visibility. This enables the proactive resolution of network impairment issues to ensure reliable, consistent broadband service availability.

"DNA Finland's deployment of our SeaStar optical node sets a blueprint for operators looking to overcome the economics of traditional network expansion, enabling them to extend high-quality broadband into MDUs that were previously cost-prohibitive," said Stefan Meier, vice president of broadband sales, Europe at Harmonic. "By combining a compact footprint with scalable performance and operational efficiency, SeaStar allows service providers to unlock new revenue opportunities, improve deployment flexibility and accelerate time to market of new services while maintaining a superior subscriber experience."

Harmonic's market-leading cOS platform powers next-gen broadband services through nearly 46 million CPE devices worldwide for leading operators in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia. Harmonic will showcase the transformative SeaStar node at ANGA COM, May 19-21 in Cologne, Germany in hall 8, stand C35. To schedule a meeting with Harmonic at ANGA COM, visit www.harmonicinc.com/events/anga-com. To learn more about the SeaStar node, visit www.harmonicinc.com/broadband/seastar-optical-node.

About Harmonic
Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions, enables media companies and service providers to deliver ultra-high-quality video streaming and broadcast services to consumers globally. The company revolutionized broadband networking via the industry's first virtualized broadband solution, enabling operators to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet services to consumers' homes and mobile devices. Whether simplifying OTT video delivery via innovative cloud and software platforms, or powering the delivery of gigabit internet services, Harmonic is changing the way media companies and service providers monetize live and on-demand content on every screen. More information is available at www.harmonicinc.com. 

Harmonic, the Harmonic logo and other Harmonic marks are owned by Harmonic Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners.

Legal Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Statements concerning Harmonic's business and the anticipated capabilities, advantages, reliability, efficiency, market acceptance, market growth, specifications and benefits of Harmonic products, services and technology are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on our current expectations and beliefs and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the risks and uncertainties more fully described in Harmonic's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2025, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and its Current Reports on Form 8-K. The forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to Harmonic as of the date hereof, and Harmonic disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

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DNA X, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
DNA Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings
FMP Stock News
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Closed sale of the Company's mobile device assets to NEXA in January 2026Completed the transfer of the operations of the phone and hotspot business to NEXAFocused on enhancing the DNA X trading platform to prepare the platform for its initial growth phaseSan Diego, California--(Newsfile Corp. - May 20, 2026) - DNA X, Inc. (NASDAQ: SONM), a provider of cryptocurrency trading services, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

The company operates the DNA X AI trading platform business, and expects to launch an enhanced version to the public later this year. The platform is designed to harness advanced AI and machine learning technologies to automate intelligent trading strategies, enabling clients to capitalize on data-driven insights and dynamic opportunities.

The Company completed the sale of its mobile device design and manufacturing business to NEXA Mobility, a private company in the hardware space on January 23, 2026. The purchase price of the assets was $15 million less a working capital adjustment of $1.5 million, with $12.0 million being paid immediately and the remaining cash of $1.5 million, less any agreed upon claims, to be paid in October 2026. The company used the proceeds to repay debt and other obligations. The remaining cash will be used to support the DNA X AI trading business.

On January 23, 2026, the Company successfully rebranded itself as DNA X, Inc., from Sonim Technologies Inc. The stock ticker on Nasdaq remains SONM and our primary corporate offices remain in San Diego.

The asset sale resulted in $6.3 million in net income for the first quarter of 2026, net of taxes, transaction fees, and severance costs.

"Having successfully completed a strategic exit from our legacy business, management has made a deterministic decision to reallocate our resources into the high-growth, high-margin decentralized AI and crypto trading sectors," said Mike Mulica, acting Chief Executive Officer. "This pivotal transition marks the beginning of our value build phase, positioning DNA X to deliver sustainable, long-term value for our shareholders through AI and crypto trading innovation."

First Quarter 2026 Financial Highlights:

Revenue: There was no revenue from continuing operations because revenue from our phone and hotspot operations was included in discontinued operations. Our AI platform activities are accounted for as an investment and are reflected as other income.General & Administrative Expenses: First-quarter general and administrative expenses from continuing operations were $3.6 million and included one time severance costs of $1.5 million and $0.9 million in professional services for our annual audit and tax services. We expect general & administrative expenses to be much lower in the next few quarters because we have downsized the organization and we have completed our annual audit. Cash Position: We ended the quarter with $1.2 million in cash from continuing operations. On May 20, 2026 we entered into an agreement to raise an additional $1.8 million in cash by issuing new debt. This cash will be used for working capital purposes and to support and grow the DNA X AI and crypto trading business.About DNA X, Inc. DNA X operates an advanced artificial intelligence platform that automates complex workflows and decision-making using state-of-the-art AI models. For more information, visit https://ir.dna-x.global.

Media and Investor Relations Contact: Clay Crolius, DNA X, Inc. [email protected].

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Company's strategic transformation, the expected growth, performance and market opportunities of the DNA X trading platform, anticipated use of proceeds from the sale of the Company's mobile device design and manufacturing business, and the Company's future operations and financial performance.

These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and assumptions and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: risks related to the Company's ability to successfully integrate and operate the DNA X trading platform and achieve anticipated growth; the early-stage nature of the Company's current business and the volatility of the cryptocurrency markets; the Company's recent disposition of its mobile device design and manufacturing business; the Company's ability to obtain or maintain sufficient liquidity to execute its business plan; potential delays or challenges in executing its strategic plans; general economic, market and industry conditions; and the Company's ability to maintain compliance with Nasdaq listing requirements.

Additional information regarding these and other risks and uncertainties is included in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. The Company cautions you not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release, and undertakes no obligation to update such statements, except as required by law.

DNA X, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(IN THOUSANDS EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE AMOUNTS)

March 31,
2026
December 31,
2025

(Unaudited)

Assets

Cash and cash equivalents$1,195
$1,303
Receivable for cash held back from the asset sale
1,500

—
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
608

676
Current assets held for sale
—

26,930
Total Current assets
3,303

28,909
Investment in DNA X LLC under equity method
1,290

1,242
Deferred tax assets
—

1,441
Other assets
245

274
Non-current assets held for sale
—

12,032
Total assets$4,838
$43,898
Liabilities and stockholders' deficit
 

 
Accounts payable
719

4,030
Accrued liabilities
1,576

704
Promissory note, net from related party
1,072

1,035
Promissory notes, net
—

4,030
Derivative liability
398

171
Income tax payable
556

2,598
Current liabilities held for sale
—

38,057
Total current liabilities
4,321

50,625
Deferred tax liability
600

—
Total liabilities
4,921

50,625
Commitments and contingencies
—

—
Redeemable common stock; $0.001 par value; 223,201 shares issued and outstanding; redemption value $900 at March 31, 2026 and $1,228 as of December 31, 2025 (Note 6)
900

1,228
Stockholders' deficit
 

 
Common stock, $0.001 par value per share; 1,000,000,000 shares authorized: and 1,265,067 shares issued and outstanding at both March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025*
1

1
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized: and no shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025
—

—
Additional paid-in capital*
296,613

296,309
Accumulated deficit
(297,597)
(304,265)Total stockholders' deficit
(983)
(7,955)Total liabilities, redeemable common stock, and stockholders' deficit$4,838
$43,898
 *Adjusted retroactively to reflect the 1-for-18 reverse stock split that became effective on October 28, 2025.DNA X, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(IN THOUSANDS EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE AMOUNTS)
(UNAUDITED)

Three Months Ended March 31,

2026
2025
Continuing operations:

Net revenues$—
$—
Operating expenses

General and administrative
3,618

870
Total operating expenses
3,618

870
Net loss from operations
(3,618)
(870)Interest expense, net
(131)
(91)Loss on remeasurement of derivative liability
(227)
—
Equity income from DNA X LLC
48

—
Net loss from continuing operations before income taxes
(3,928)
(961)Income tax expense from continuing operations
—

—
Net loss from continuing operations
(3,928)
(961)Discontinued Operations:
 

 
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
10,268

1,419
Net income$6,340
$458
Net earnings (loss) per share basic and diluted:
 

 
Continuing operations*
(3.11)
(2.96)Discontinued operations*
8.12

4.37
Net income*$5.01
$1.41
Weighted-average shares used in computing net loss per share:
 

 
Basic and diluted*
1,265,067

324,431
       *Adjusted retroactively to reflect the 1-for-18 reverse stock split that became effective on October 28, 2025. To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/298202

Source: DNA X, Inc. (formerly Sonim Technologies Inc.)

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Positive Topline Results from a Phase 3 Trial for VGX-3100 in Cervical Dysplasia Patients Announced by ApolloBio, INOVIO's Partner in China
DNA Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings
FMP Stock News
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Results provide important clinical evidence to support ApolloBio's future regulatory submission in China of VGX-3100, INOVIO's DNA immunotherapy candidate ApolloBio's new clinical results further highlight the potential of INOVIO's DNA medicine platform to treat diseases caused by infection with various strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), eliminating or reducing the need for surgical interventions , /PRNewswire/ -- INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO), a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing DNA medicines to help treat and protect people from HPV-related diseases, cancer, and infectious diseases, today announced that its partner for VGX-3100 in China, ApolloBio, announced positive topline results from its pivotal Phase 3 trial of VGX-3100, INOVIO's investigational DNA immunotherapy being developed as a potential treatment for cervical dysplasia. The trial successfully met its predefined primary efficacy endpoint and demonstrated an overall favorable safety and tolerability profile. ApolloBio plans to use the results from the study to support a future regulatory submission of VGX-3100 in China.

"We believe these positive topline results for VGX-3100 reflect both the potential of our DNA medicine platform in HPV-related diseases and the power of partnerships to advance innovative DNA immunotherapies," said Dr. Jacqueline Shea, INOVIO's President and Chief Executive Officer. "We look forward to these data being presented at upcoming international medical conferences and published in peer-reviewed publications. We also anticipate future updates from ApolloBio as they work towards filing for potential regulatory approval of VGX-3100 in China."

According to the terms of the ApolloBio Agreement, INOVIO is entitled to receive up to an aggregate of $20.0 million, less required income, withholding or other taxes, upon the achievement of specified milestones related to the regulatory approval of VGX-3100 in specified territories. In the event that VGX-3100 is approved for marketing, INOVIO will be entitled to receive royalty payments based on a tiered percentage of annual net sales.

About VGX-3100
VGX-3100 is an innovative therapeutic DNA vaccine developed for diseases associated with high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 and 18. VGX-3100 is designed to elicit an antigen-specific, CD8+ T cell response to clear persistent HPV 16/18 infection, thereby promoting lesion regression and viral clearance.

INOVIO licensed VGX-3100 to ApolloBio in 2018 for Greater China. ApolloBio's first intended indication for VGX-3100 is HPV-16/18-associated cervical dysplasia, with the aim of potentially providing patients in China with a non-surgical therapeutic option that may help avoid or reduce fertility-related risks associated with conventional surgical treatment (such as LEEP/conization), including preterm birth and miscarriage. ApolloBio is also advancing clinical development in other HPV-related high-grade precancerous lesions, including anal/perianal, vulvar, and vaginal disease.

About ApolloBio's Phase 3 Trial with VGX-3100
The study, sponsored by ApolloBio, is a multicenter, prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 3 pivotal registrational clinical trial for the treatment of HPV-16/18-associated cervical high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL), or cervical dysplasia. The primary endpoint was the composite response rate at Week 36, defined as histopathologic regression of cervical disease to low-grade lesion (CIN1) or normal histology, together with clearance of HPV-16 and/or HPV-18 infection. The study was led by Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, with Professor Lingying Wu serving as the leading principal investigator. A total of 22 top-tier tertiary hospitals across China participated in the trial.

ApolloBio announced that the trial successfully met its predefined primary efficacy endpoint and demonstrated an overall favorable safety and tolerability profile, with no new significant safety risk signals observed. The positive outcome of this study provides important clinical evidence to support ApolloBio's future regulatory submission of VGX-3100 in China.

About HPV, Cervical Cancer, and Cervical Dysplasia
HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection and is the main cause of cervical cancer, which is the fourth most common cancer in women globally with around 660,000 new cases and 350,000 deaths in 2022. Two types of HPV (HPV 16 and HPV 18) collectively cause about 70 percent of cervical cancer cases worldwide. High-grade cervical dysplasia is also caused by persistent HPV infection and is a precancerous condition that can progress to cervical cancer if left untreated. Currently there are no US-approved therapeutic treatments for persistent HPV infection or cervical dysplasia.

About INOVIO's DNA Medicines Platform
INOVIO's DNA medicines platform has two innovative components: precisely designed DNA plasmids, delivered by INOVIO's proprietary investigational medical device, CELLECTRA. INOVIO uses proprietary technology to design its DNA plasmids, which are small circular DNA molecules that work like software the body's cells can download to produce specific proteins to target and fight disease. INOVIO's proprietary CELLECTRA delivery devices are designed to optimally deliver its DNA medicines to the body's cells without requiring chemical adjuvants or lipid nanoparticles and without the risk of the anti-vector response historically seen with viral vector platforms.

About INOVIO
INOVIO is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing DNA medicines to help treat and protect people from HPV-related diseases, cancer, and infectious diseases. INOVIO's technology optimizes the design and delivery of innovative DNA medicines that teach the body to manufacture its own disease-fighting tools. For more information, visit www.inovio.com.

About ApolloBio
ApolloBio Corp. is a leading Chinese biomedical company committed to research and development of innovative new medicines, accessing such new medicines through in-licensing, and additionally providing medical services. ApolloBio Corp. is focused on pharmaceutical products with significant market potential in China in the field of oncology; providing efficient access for American biomedical companies to enter into the Chinese market; and aiming to bring the newest and best medicines across the globe to the Chinese people. For more information, visit www.apollobio.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements relating to our business, including the potential of VGX-3100 for the treatment of cervical dysplasia, including the reproducibility of the clinical trial results in any future trials and the success of any future regulatory submission; the potential of INOVIO's DNA medicine platform in HPV-related diseases; our ability to establish and maintain development partnerships; and our expectations regarding future milestone or royalty payments. Actual events or results may differ from the expectations set forth herein as a result of a number of factors, including uncertainties inherent in pre-clinical studies, clinical trials, product development programs and commercialization activities and outcomes, the availability of funding to support continuing research and studies in an effort to prove safety and efficacy of electroporation technology as a delivery mechanism or develop viable DNA medicines, our ability to support our pipeline of DNA medicine products, the ability of our collaborators to attain development and commercial milestones for products we license and product sales that will enable us to receive future payments and royalties, the adequacy of our capital resources, the availability or potential availability of alternative therapies or treatments for the conditions targeted by us or collaborators, including alternatives that may be more efficacious or cost effective than any therapy or treatment that we and our collaborators hope to develop, issues involving product liability, issues involving patents and whether they or licenses to them will provide us with meaningful protection from others using the covered technologies, whether such proprietary rights are enforceable or defensible or infringe or allegedly infringe on rights of others or can withstand claims of invalidity and whether we can finance or devote other significant resources that may be necessary to prosecute, protect or defend them, the level of corporate expenditures, assessments of our technology by potential corporate or other partners or collaborators, capital market conditions, the impact of government healthcare proposals and other factors set forth in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 and other filings we make from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. There can be no assurance that any product candidate in our pipeline will be successfully developed, manufactured, or commercialized, that the results of clinical trials will be supportive of regulatory approvals required to market products, or that any of the forward-looking information provided herein will be proven accurate. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise these statements, except as may be required by law.

INOVIO Contacts
Media: Jennie Willson, (267) 429-8567, [email protected]
Investors: Peter Vozzo - ICR Healthcare, (443) 213-0505, [email protected] 

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Ginkgo Datapoints, Tangible Scientific, and Inductive Bio Launch ADME-One™: a High-Throughput ADME Platform That Brings Pharmacokinetic Projection Earlier in Drug Discovery
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New co-developed product delivers a complete Tier 1 ADME panel coupled with best-in-class AI-driven human pharmacokinetic (PK) projection and integrated compound management —enabling scientists to make lead-optimization-quality decisions starting in hit identification

, /PRNewswire/ -- Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA) today announced that its Datapoints offering is launching ADME-One™, a fully integrated ADME platform for drug discovery teams co-developed with Tangible Scientific and Inductive Bio. ADME-One delivers a high-throughput Tier 1 ADME (absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion) panel paired with best-in-class AI-powered human pharmacokinetic (PK) projection and fully integrated compound management. The launch builds on the three companies' strategic partnership, announced in August 2025, to deploy AI-driven, lab-in-the-loop workflows across the biopharma industry. 

ADME-One is designed to break a cycle that has constrained small molecule drug discovery for decades: Due to the economic limitations of traditional data generation methods, comprehensive ADME profiling is typically reserved for lead optimization after teams have determined their lead series. When liabilities surface at this later stage, the cost of fixing them is highest. ADME-One changes that calculus, allowing discovery teams to characterize entire series with integrated, data-driven decisions in stages as early as hit identification. The result is fewer surprises, fewer wasted synthesis cycles, and a better ability to identify and test the compounds most likely to succeed in humans.

A Single, Integrated Workflow Across Three Category Leaders

ADME-One unites three best-in-class capabilities in one packaged service:

Ginkgo Datapoints: Data Generation. All five Tier 1 assays (microsomal stability, cell permeability, kinetic solubility, CYP inhibition, and plasma protein binding) are executed end-to-end in Ginkgo's automated laboratory in Boston. Validated, standardized workflows produce AI-ready data without the variability of manual handling. Inductive Bio: AI-Driven Contextualization. Inductive Bio's Compass platform turns the experimental panel into actionable human PK projections, integrating disparate individual ADME datapoints into a single multiparameter optimization endpoint that guides compound prioritization. The company's ADMET models are independently validated as best-in-class, having recently won both the 2025 ASAP and 2026 ExpansionRx OpenADMET blind prediction challenges, two of the most rigorous public benchmarks in the field. Tangible Scientific: Compound Management. Customers submit compounds and receive results. Tangible handles compound intake, plating, real-time tracking, and management for every ADME-One order, eliminating the logistics overhead that typically accompanies outsourced ADME work. Impact on Drug Discovery

"With ADME-One, we're both lowering the price of an ADME panel and transforming when and to what extent this data is effectively used in the drug discovery process," said John Androsavich, General Manager at Ginkgo Datapoints. "For the first time, chemists can efficiently characterize the entire series in hit identification. That fundamentally changes the quality of decisions teams make at the earliest stages of a program, where derisking is most needed. By combining automation, AI, and integrated logistics in a single domestic workflow, Ginkgo and our partners are demonstrating and making available the workflows that the Bio × AI era of drug discovery demands."

"We are at a moment in the application of AI to medicine where discovery teams can generate and prioritize drug candidates faster than their physical operations can validate them. Manifests get reconciled by hand, orders move through email threads, and senior scientists spend hours per week chasing shipments and tracking inventory across vendors. Tangible's role in ADME-One is to make the handoffs between design and data disappear, so discovery teams can validate candidates at the speed their AI investments promised," said Adham Chebbani, Co-founder of Tangible Scientific.

"The question every drug program is really trying to answer is which compound is most likely to achieve a safe and efficacious human dose," said Josh Haimson, CEO at Inductive Bio. "The Inductive platform lets drug hunters rank millions of compounds by predicted human dose, using state-of-the-art AI models that placed first in both OpenADMET competitions. With ADME-One, we move those compounds from the virtual lab to the wet lab in a tight feedback loop, surfacing the most promising ideas from day one. This is what AI-driven discovery looks like in practice: better decisions earlier, fewer dead ends later, and higher-quality medicines reaching patients sooner."

Together, the three partners deliver unified, contextualized ADME data in a streamlined workstream with rapid turnaround, all at a price point several times lower than the industry standard. Against the backdrop of U.S. and European drug developers reshoring preclinical efforts in response to the BIOSECURE Act and growing demand for data sovereignty, ADME-One delivers a fully U.S.-based workflow at pricing that beats offshore alternatives. Automated workflows return results in days rather than weeks, and because every run is standardized, each screening campaign contributes to better future predictions, delivering the volume, consistency, and metadata richness that AI-driven discovery depends on.

To drive ADME-One's product strategy, Ginkgo Datapoints has added Jonathan Grob to its leadership team as Vice President of Small Molecules. Grob brings deep expertise in medicinal chemistry, automation, and technology development from prior roles at Novartis and Valo Health. His hire reflects Ginkgo's continued investment in building the strongest next-generation, AI-enabled small molecule drug discovery team in the industry, complementing the platform's automation and data generation capabilities with seasoned scientific leadership.

Get Started on ADME-One

Drug discovery teams interested in early access or volume engagements are encouraged to contact Ginkgo Datapoints, Tangible Scientific, or Inductive Bio directly. Existing customers can contact their account representative to enable access to ADME-One. New customers can email [email protected] and visit our website at https://datapoints.ginkgo.bio/services#small-molecule-adme 

The three partners host the New England Drug Metabolism Discussion Group (NEDMDG) meeting on May 27 in Boston where they will share additional technical details, validation data, and customer case studies.

About Ginkgo Bioworks

Ginkgo Bioworks builds the tools that make biology easier to engineer for everyone. The company offers autonomous laboratories that replace manual laboratory work with robotics in the lab, greatly improving the productivity of scientists. Ginkgo's in-house autonomous lab is also available as a "Cloud Lab" through our Datapoints and Solutions contract research services. For more information, visit ginkgobioworks.com, read our blog, or follow us on social media channels such as X (@Ginkgo), Instagram (@GinkgoBioworks), Threads (@GinkgoBioworks), or LinkedIn.

About Tangible Scientific

Tangible Scientific is a tech-enabled compound management platform that removes the logistics bottleneck between design and data. From its Natick, MA facility, Tangible takes operational custody of customer compounds, handling storage, reformatting, plating, and same-day courier service to Boston-area partners including Ginkgo. AI-powered manifest reconciliation, real-time order tracking, and structured data return run through a single interface, giving discovery teams the quality of an in-house compound operation without the cost of building one. For more information, visit tangiblescientific.com.

About Inductive Bio

Inductive builds virtual chemistry labs that help drug hunters design higher quality molecules, faster. Inductive's virtual labs are designed to scale proven scientific best practices across medicinal chemistry, computational chemistry, DMPK, and safety, enabling teams to make higher-quality decisions consistently throughout discovery. Inside these virtual labs, AI chemistry assistants, predictive ADMET and PK models, and human-relevant digital organ technologies work together to help scientists evaluate more hypotheses in silico and surface key risks earlier. The most promising molecules move from the virtual lab to the wet lab in a tight feedback loop that accelerates the advancement of high-quality molecules. Inductive already powers dozens of active discovery programs, including collaborations with leading biopharma partners. For more information, please visit www.inductive.bio.

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This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the capabilities and potential success of Ginkgo's autonomous labs. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "can," "project," "potential," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: (i) our ability to realize near-term and long-term cost savings associated with our site consolidation plans, including the ability to terminate leases or find sub-lease tenants for unused facilities, (ii) volatility in the price of Ginkgo's securities due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Ginkgo operates and plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, and changes in laws and regulations affecting Ginkgo's business, (iii) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, and to identify and realize additional business opportunities, including with respect to our solutions and tools offerings, (iv) the risk of downturns in demand for products using synthetic biology, (v) the uncertainty regarding the demand for passive monitoring programs and biosecurity services, (vi) changes to the biosecurity industry, including due to advancements in technology, emerging competition and evolution in industry demands, standards and regulations, (vii) the outcome of any pending or potential legal proceedings against Ginkgo, (viii) our ability to realize the expected benefits from and the success of our platform programs and assets, (ix) our ability to successfully develop engineered cells, bioprocesses, data packages or other deliverables, (x) the product development, production or manufacturing success of our customers, (xi) our exposure to the volatility and liquidity risks inherent in holding equity interests in other operating companies and other non-cash consideration we may receive for our services, (xii) the potential negative impact on our business of our restructuring or the failure to realize the anticipated savings associated therewith and (xiii) the uncertainty regarding government budgetary priorities and funding allocated to government agencies, including potential adverse effects from the U.S. government shutdown. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of Ginkgo's annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 26, 2026, and other documents filed by Ginkgo from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Ginkgo assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Ginkgo does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations.

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Tempus Receives FDA Approval for Tumor Only xT CDx, Enabling Migration of its Entire DNA Solid Tumor Portfolio
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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tempus AI, Inc. (NASDAQ: TEM), a technology company leading the adoption of AI to advance precision medicine, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for a tumor-only indication for its xT CDx next-generation sequencing platform. With this expanded label, Tempus is the first laboratory to hold FDA companion diagnostic (CDx) approval for both tumor-only and tumor-normal comprehensive genomic profiling.

Tempus xT CDx is a 648-gene tissue-based assay intended for molecular profiling of all solid tumor malignancies. It also serves as a companion diagnostic to identify colorectal cancer patients who may benefit from targeted therapies, specifically Erbitux® (cetuximab) and Vectibix® (panitumumab).

While xT CDx previously required a patient’s matched normal sample, this regulatory milestone allows the test to run as a tumor-only assay when a matched normal specimen (blood or saliva) is not viable or available. This approval paves the way for Tempus to migrate its entire DNA solid tumor portfolio to FDA-approved assays priced under its current ADLT (Advanced Diagnostic Laboratory Test) pricing.

“This approval marks a milestone in both our regulatory and reimbursement strategy, as this allows the migration of our entire solid tumor DNA portfolio to be under unified ADLT pricing,” said Jim Rogers, Chief Financial Officer at Tempus. “As we have previously highlighted, we expect an estimated $200 ASP benefit beginning in 2027 as a result of this approval.”

“Our goal is to support clinicians with advanced genomic profiling options,” said Kate Sasser, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer at Tempus. “With FDA approval for both tumor-only and tumor-normal comprehensive genomic profiling, Tempus xT CDx provides flexibility for a range of clinical scenarios. While tumor-normal matched sequencing remains an important approach, we recognize that a matched sample is not always available, and now, patients can still benefit from an FDA-approved test that can help inform treatment decisions.”

xT CDx is a qualitative Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)-based in vitro diagnostic device intended for use in the detection of substitutions (single nucleotide variants (SNVs) and multi-nucleotide variants (MNVs)) and insertion and deletion alterations (INDELs) in 648 genes in patients with previously diagnosed solid malignant neoplasms. The assay uses DNA isolated from Formalin-Fixed Paraffin Embedded (FFPE) tumor tissue specimens and, when available, patient-matched blood or saliva specimens. Additionally, the device detects microsatellite instability (MSI) status based on a genomic signature from the tumor specimen only. The test is intended as a companion diagnostic (CDx) to identify patients who may benefit from treatment with the targeted therapies listed in the Companion Diagnostic Indications table in accordance with the approved therapeutic product labeling. Additionally, xT CDx is intended to provide tumor mutation profiling to be used by qualified health care professionals in accordance with professional guidelines in oncology for patients with previously diagnosed solid malignant neoplasms. Genomic findings other than those listed in the Companion Diagnostic Indications table are not prescriptive or conclusive for labeled use of any specific therapeutic product.

Click to view the complete xT CDx label, including companion diagnostic indications and important risk information.

About Tempus

Tempus is a technology company advancing precision medicine through the practical application of artificial intelligence in healthcare. With one of the world’s largest libraries of multimodal data, and an operating system to make that data accessible and useful, Tempus provides AI-enabled precision medicine solutions to physicians to deliver personalized patient care and in parallel facilitates discovery, development and delivery of optimal therapeutics. The goal is for each patient to benefit from the treatment of others who came before by providing physicians with tools that learn as the company gathers more data. For more information, visit tempus.com.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, about Tempus and Tempus’ industry that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding potential impact of xT CDx and other tests, the timing of the availability of such testing, and the potential financial impact of migrating our solid tumor portfolio to FDA approved assays. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements because they contain words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “going to,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “will,” or “would” or the negative of these words or other similar terms or expressions. Tempus cautions you that the foregoing may not include all of the forward-looking statements made in this press release.

You should not rely on forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Tempus has based the forward-looking statements contained in this press release primarily on its current expectations and projections about future events and trends that it believes may affect Tempus’ business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties related to: the intended use of Tempus’ products and services; Tempus’ financial performance; the ability to attract and retain customers and partners; managing Tempus’ growth and future expenses; competition and new market entrants; compliance with new laws, regulations and executive actions, including any evolving regulations in the artificial intelligence space; the ability to maintain, protect and enhance Tempus’ intellectual property; the ability to attract and retain qualified team members and key personnel; the ability to repay or refinance outstanding debt, or to access additional financing; future acquisitions, divestitures or investments; the potential adverse impact of climate change, natural disasters, health epidemics, macroeconomic conditions, and war or other armed conflict, as well as risks, uncertainties, and other factors described in the section titled “Risk Factors” in Tempus’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on February 24, 2026, as well as in other filings Tempus may make with the SEC in the future. In addition, any forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on assumptions that Tempus believes to be reasonable as of this date. Tempus undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law.

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Comparing Park Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:PK) and National Storage Affiliates Trust (NYSE:NSA)
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Park Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:PK – Get Free Report) and National Storage Affiliates Trust (NYSE:NSA – Get Free Report) are both mid-cap finance companies, but which is the better stock? We will contrast the two companies based on the strength of their valuation, risk, earnings, institutional ownership, profitability, dividends and analyst recommendations.

Dividends Park Hotels & Resorts pays an annual dividend of $1.00 per share and has a dividend yield of 9.0%. National Storage Affiliates Trust pays an annual dividend of $2.28 per share and has a dividend yield of 5.5%. Park Hotels & Resorts pays out -69.9% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. National Storage Affiliates Trust pays out 330.4% of its earnings in the form of a dividend, suggesting it may not have sufficient earnings to cover its dividend payment in the future. Park Hotels & Resorts has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive years and National Storage Affiliates Trust has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive years. Park Hotels & Resorts is clearly the better dividend stock, given its higher yield and lower payout ratio.

Profitability This table compares Park Hotels & Resorts and National Storage Affiliates Trust’s net margins, return on equity and return on assets.

Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets Park Hotels & Resorts -11.14% -8.56% -3.30% National Storage Affiliates Trust 9.80% 5.81% 1.43% Institutional & Insider Ownership 92.7% of Park Hotels & Resorts shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 100.0% of National Storage Affiliates Trust shares are held by institutional investors. 2.5% of Park Hotels & Resorts shares are held by insiders. Comparatively, 13.7% of National Storage Affiliates Trust shares are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, hedge funds and large money managers believe a company will outperform the market over the long term.

Earnings & Valuation This table compares Park Hotels & Resorts and National Storage Affiliates Trust”s revenue, earnings per share and valuation.

Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio Park Hotels & Resorts $2.54 billion 0.88 -$283.00 million ($1.43) -7.81 National Storage Affiliates Trust $752.93 million 4.24 $73.78 million $0.69 60.04 National Storage Affiliates Trust has lower revenue, but higher earnings than Park Hotels & Resorts. Park Hotels & Resorts is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than National Storage Affiliates Trust, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Analyst Recommendations This is a breakdown of recent ratings and target prices for Park Hotels & Resorts and National Storage Affiliates Trust, as provided by MarketBeat.com.

Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score Park Hotels & Resorts 3 8 2 0 1.92 National Storage Affiliates Trust 1 12 0 0 1.92 Park Hotels & Resorts currently has a consensus target price of $11.45, indicating a potential upside of 2.54%. National Storage Affiliates Trust has a consensus target price of $33.60, indicating a potential downside of 18.89%. Given Park Hotels & Resorts’ higher possible upside, equities research analysts clearly believe Park Hotels & Resorts is more favorable than National Storage Affiliates Trust.

Risk and Volatility Park Hotels & Resorts has a beta of 1.39, suggesting that its share price is 39% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, National Storage Affiliates Trust has a beta of 1.08, suggesting that its share price is 8% more volatile than the S&P 500.

Summary National Storage Affiliates Trust beats Park Hotels & Resorts on 9 of the 15 factors compared between the two stocks.

About Park Hotels & Resorts (Get Free Report)

Park Hotels & Resorts, Inc. operates as a real estate investment trust, which owns and operates hotels and resorts. It operates through the Consolidated Hotels and Unconsolidated Hotels segments. Its portfolio of hotels and resorts include the Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, and Curio. The company was founded by Conrad Hilton in 1919 and is headquartered in Tysons, VA.

About National Storage Affiliates Trust (Get Free Report)

National Storage Affiliates Trust is a real estate investment trust headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, focused on the ownership, operation and acquisition of self storage properties predominantly located within the top 100 metropolitan statistical areas throughout the United States. As of December 31, 2023, the Company held ownership interests in and operated 1,050 self storage properties, located in 42 states and Puerto Rico with approximately 68.6 million rentable square feet, which excludes 39 self storage properties classified as held for sale to be sold to a third party. NSA is one of the largest owners and operators of self storage properties among public and private companies in the United States.

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Park Hotels & Resorts: A Compelling Buy
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Park Hotels & Resorts (PK) is rated 'Buy' with a conservative $17/share price target, reflecting deep undervaluation and a 9% dividend yield. PK's strategic disposal of non-core hotels and $1B renovation pipeline are expected to boost EBITDA by nearly 60% and enhance portfolio quality. Refinancing of $1.4B in 2026 maturities is underway, reducing near-term debt risk and providing $1.2B in liquidity for operational flexibility.
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Cwm LLC Sells 46,222 Shares of Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. $PK
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Cwm LLC lowered its position in shares of Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE:PK – Free Report) by 27.2% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 123,709 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 46,222 shares during the quarter. Cwm LLC owned about 0.06% of Park Hotels & Resorts worth $1,294,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.

A number of other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the business. Danske Bank A S bought a new position in Park Hotels & Resorts during the third quarter worth about $25,000. Advisory Services Network LLC bought a new stake in Park Hotels & Resorts in the 3rd quarter valued at about $34,000. Clearstead Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in Park Hotels & Resorts by 326.4% in the 3rd quarter. Clearstead Advisors LLC now owns 3,198 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $35,000 after purchasing an additional 2,448 shares during the period. Harbor Capital Advisors Inc. grew its position in shares of Park Hotels & Resorts by 293.1% during the 4th quarter. Harbor Capital Advisors Inc. now owns 5,181 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $54,000 after purchasing an additional 3,863 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Allworth Financial LP grew its position in shares of Park Hotels & Resorts by 56.5% during the 3rd quarter. Allworth Financial LP now owns 6,136 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $68,000 after purchasing an additional 2,216 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 92.69% of the company’s stock.

Park Hotels & Resorts Price Performance Shares of NYSE:PK opened at $11.19 on Monday. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $10.92 and a 200-day moving average of $10.89. Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. has a 12 month low of $9.57 and a 12 month high of $12.39. The company has a current ratio of 1.34, a quick ratio of 1.34 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.25. The stock has a market capitalization of $2.25 billion, a PE ratio of -7.83 and a beta of 1.39.

Park Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:PK – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, February 19th. The financial services provider reported ($1.04) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.46 by ($1.50). The firm had revenue of $629.00 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $621.79 million. Park Hotels & Resorts had a negative return on equity of 8.56% and a negative net margin of 11.14%.The business’s revenue was up .6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $0.39 EPS. Park Hotels & Resorts has set its FY 2026 guidance at 1.730-1.89 EPS. On average, equities research analysts predict that Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. will post 1.76 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Park Hotels & Resorts Dividend Announcement The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, April 15th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, March 31st were issued a $0.25 dividend. This represents a $1.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 8.9%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Tuesday, March 31st. Park Hotels & Resorts’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently -69.93%.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of equities research analysts have recently weighed in on the stock. Truist Financial lifted their price target on shares of Park Hotels & Resorts from $11.00 to $12.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a research report on Thursday, March 26th. Wall Street Zen raised Park Hotels & Resorts from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Sunday, March 1st. Barclays restated an “equal weight” rating and set a $9.00 price objective (down from $13.00) on shares of Park Hotels & Resorts in a research note on Tuesday, April 7th. Cantor Fitzgerald lifted their price objective on Park Hotels & Resorts from $11.00 to $12.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Tuesday, March 3rd. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. upped their target price on Park Hotels & Resorts from $10.00 to $11.00 and gave the company an “underweight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, February 3rd. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eight have given a Hold rating and three have assigned a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Reduce” and a consensus target price of $11.45.

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Park Hotels & Resorts Profile (Free Report)

Park Hotels & Resorts Inc is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in luxury and upper-upscale hospitality properties. The company’s primary business activity involves owning and leasing premier hotels and resorts across major urban and resort destinations. Through long-term management and franchise agreements with leading hotel operators, Park generates revenue from room nights, food and beverage offerings, meetings and events, and ancillary services.

Since its spin-off from Hilton Worldwide in January 2017, Park Hotels & Resorts has assembled a diversified portfolio of more than 60 properties.

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Key Takeaways CLDT heads into Q1 with a 3.23% ESP, 5.06% revenue growth and a projected 14.29% FFO gain.HST targets Q1 growth as a stronger group and leisure demand support RevPAR and margins.PK prepares to report as premium pricing, asset sales, and leisure demand drive growth. With the first-quarter earnings season underway, early reports are grabbing investors' attention for reporting solid profits. Rather than chasing stocks that have already surged on solid reports, consider targeting companies positioned for positive surprises. Earnings beats often act as catalysts, lifting confidence and driving shares higher.

This is likely to be reflected in the earnings releases of Chatham Lodging Trust REIT (CLDT - Free Report) , Host Hotels & Resorts (HST - Free Report) , Park Hotels & Resorts (PK - Free Report) and DiamondRock Hospitality (DRH - Free Report) .

REITs play a vital role in both the physical and digital sides of the economy and often show resilience even in challenging markets. Taking a closer look at the sector’s fundamentals can help investors spot areas of steady performance and long-term growth potential. Here’s a look at where the industry’s strengths lie and how it could still present value amid broader market uncertainty.

Particularly, the hotel industry demonstrated resilient growth in the first quarter of 2026. According to CBRE data, overall hotel occupancy increased 0.8% year over year as demand growth of 2% surpassed the 0.6% rise in supply in the quarter. Revenue per available room (RevPAR) climbed 3.8% year over year, bolstered by a 2.2% increase in the average daily rate (ADR), with real (inflation-adjusted) RevPAR growth settling at 1% after accounting for a 2.7% inflation rate.

Performance varied significantly across regions in the quarter, with San Francisco experiencing a notable 31% surge in RevPAR fueled by AI-sector corporate travel, while New Orleans saw a 20% decline in RevPAR following last year’s Super Bowl surge in demand. Despite these regional shifts, the sector faces upward pressure from rising labor costs, as hotel wages grew by 4.2% in the first quarter of 2026, outpacing the broader 3.6% national wage growth.

The Zacks MethodologyPicking the right stock could be difficult unless one knows the proper method. To make the task simple, we rely on the Zacks methodology, combining a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) and a positive Earnings ESP.

Our proprietary methodology, Earnings ESP, shows the percentage difference between the Most Accurate Estimate and the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Research shows that for stocks with this combination of the Zacks Rank and ESP, chances of a positive earnings surprise are as high as 70%.

Here are four Hotel REITs that have the right combination of elements to deliver positive surprises this earnings season.

Chatham Lodging Trust currently has an Earnings ESP of +3.23% and sports a Zacks Rank of #1. Over the trailing four quarters, the company’s funds from operations (FFO) per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate on three occasions and missed on the other, the average beat being 11.21%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.

Chatham Lodging is expected to have benefited from its scaled portfolio of upscale extended stay and premium branded select service hotels in key markets. The company’s track record of outperforming the industry suggests that the first quarter could see stabilization or slight upward momentum in occupancies and rates. A focus on hotel asset quality is likely to have helped the revenues trend positively. The recent 11% dividend hike reinforces income appeal and management’s optimism about sustainable earnings power. Also, the hotel REIT is expected to continue enjoying balance sheet strength.

Chatham Lodging is slated to report first-quarter 2026 results on May 7, before market open.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for quarterly revenues is presently pegged at $65.17 million, which indicates a decrease of 5.06% year over year. The consensus mark for the quarterly FFO per share is pegged at 16 cents, which indicates 14.29% year-over-year growth.

Host Hotels & Resorts currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.41% and carries a Zacks Rank of #3. Over the trailing four quarters, the company’s adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) per share outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate on all occasions, with the average beat being 10.65%.

Host Hotels is likely to have gained by its portfolio of luxury and upper-scale hotels across the top U.S. Markets and the Sunbelt region. The improvement in group and transient demand, including leisure and resort, is expected to have aided hotel RevPAR growth in the to-be-reported quarter. The company’s strategic capital allocations are likely to have improved portfolio quality and strengthened its position in key U.S. markets, where it has a greater scale and competitive advantage. This is likely to have given it an edge and driven margin expansion. However, high interest expenses are likely to have been a spoilsport for HST during the to-be-reported quarter.

Host Hotels is scheduled to release its first-quarter earnings on May. 6, after market close.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for quarterly revenues is pegged at $1.63 billion, which suggests a 2.02% increase from the year-ago quarter’s reported figure. While the consensus mark for first-quarter 2026 AFFO per share is pegged at 62 cents, implying a 3.13% decrease year over year.

Park Hotels & Resorts has an Earnings ESP of +2.27% and carries a Zacks Rank #3 at present. Over the trailing four quarters, PK’s FFO per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate thrice and missed in the remaining period, with the average beat being 5.12%.

Park Hotels is expected to have gained from its diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts. The company is likely to report RevPAR growth, driven by sustained leisure demand and stabilizing group bookings as supply pressures ease in key markets. Looking ahead, the company stands to capitalize on premium pricing power and operational efficiencies. As asset sales advance smoothly, PK is strengthening its balance sheet, unlocking capital for strategic reinvestments, and positioning for accelerated, long-term growth.

Park Hotels is scheduled to report its quarterly figures on April 30, after market close.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for first-quarter total revenues is pegged at $614.63 million, indicating a 2.44% decrease year over year. The consensus mark for the quarterly FFO per share stands at 40 cents, suggesting a 13.04% decrease year over year.

DiamondRock Hospitality currently has an Earnings ESP of +1.78% and carries a Zacks Rank of #3. Over the trailing four quarters, the company’s FFO per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate on all occasions, the average beat being 11.58%.

DiamondRock Hospitality is positioned to benefit from its geographically diversified portfolio of premium hotels concentrated in leisure destinations and top gateway markets. A cleaner balance sheet following 2025 refinancings and stronger group and resort demand trends, including higher pricing in premium leisure markets, supports the to-be-reported quarter results. However, management explicitly guided first-quarter 2026 RevPAR to be "essentially flat" year-over-year, describing it as the toughest comparison of the year.

DiamondRock Hospitality is slated to report first-quarter 2026 results on April 30, after market close.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for quarterly revenues is presently pegged at $255.94 million, which indicates an increase of 0.43% year over year. The consensus mark for the quarterly FFO per share is pegged at 19 cents, which remains unchanged year over year.

Note: Anything related to earnings presented in this write-up represent funds from operations (FFO) — a widely used metric to gauge the performance of REITs.
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Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
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TYSONS, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $PK--Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. (“Park” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PK) today announced results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 and provided an operational update and an update on its Non-Core hotel disposition initiative. First Quarter Highlights Include: Comparable RevPAR was $191.05, an increase of 2.2% compared to the same period in 2025, or a 5.5% increase when excluding the Royal Palm South Beach Miami, a Tribute Portfolio Resort (“Royal Palm”), which.
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Park Hotels & Resorts (PK) Q1 FFO and Revenues Surpass Estimates
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Park Hotels & Resorts (PK - Free Report) came out with quarterly funds from operations (FFO) of $0.45 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.4 per share. This compares to FFO of $0.46 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an FFO surprise of +11.94%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post FFO of $0.48 per share when it actually produced FFO of $0.51, delivering a surprise of +6.25%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus FFO estimates three times.

Park Hotels & Resorts, which belongs to the Zacks REIT and Equity Trust - Other industry, posted revenues of $622 million for the quarter ended March 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.58%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $630 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates three times over the last four quarters.

The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future FFO expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.

Park Hotels & Resorts shares have added about 8.4% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 4.2%.

What's Next for Park Hotels & Resorts?While Park Hotels & Resorts has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?

There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's FFO outlook. Not only does this include current consensus FFO expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.

Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of estimate revisions.

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Park Hotels & Resorts was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus FFO estimate is $0.62 on $670.91 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $1.86 on $2.53 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, REIT and Equity Trust - Other is currently in the top 22% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

Another stock from the same industry, Vornado (VNO - Free Report) , has yet to report results for the quarter ended March 2026. The results are expected to be released on May 4.

This real estate investment trust is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.52 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -17.5%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.6% lower over the last 30 days to the current level.

Vornado's revenues are expected to be $443.27 million, down 4% from the year-ago quarter.
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Park Hotels & Resorts (PK) Reports Q1 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say
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For the quarter ended March 2026, Park Hotels & Resorts (PK - Free Report) reported revenue of $622 million, down 1.3% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.45, compared to -$0.29 in the year-ago quarter.

The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $618.44 million, representing a surprise of +0.58%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +11.94%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.40.

While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.

Since these metrics play a crucial role in driving the top- and bottom-line numbers, comparing them with the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated about them helps investors better project a stock's price performance.

Here is how Park Hotels & Resorts performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:

Comparable RevPAR Growth: 2.2% compared to the 0.9% average estimate based on three analysts.Total Number of rooms: 20,467 versus 21,404 estimated by two analysts on average.Comparable RevPAR: $191.05 million versus $183.16 million estimated by two analysts on average.Revenues- Rooms: $356 million compared to the $348.41 million average estimate based on three analysts. The reported number represents a change of -1.9% year over year.Revenues- Ancillary hotel: $60 million compared to the $62.63 million average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of -4.8% year over year.Revenues- Food and beverage: $182 million compared to the $181.69 million average estimate based on two analysts. The reported number represents a change of 0% year over year.Revenues- Other: $24 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of $22.11 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +9.1%.Earnings per share - Diluted: $0.05 compared to the $0.04 average estimate based on three analysts.View all Key Company Metrics for Park Hotels & Resorts here>>>

Shares of Park Hotels & Resorts have returned +9.3% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +12.2% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
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Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. (PK) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call on August 7, 2026
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TYSONS, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $PK--Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PK) (“Park”) today announced that it plans to report financial results for the second quarter 2026 after the stock market closes on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Park will hold a conference call on Friday, August 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) to discuss its earnings results, current operational environment and business outlook. The conference call will be accessible by telephone and through the internet. Interested indiv.
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A Look at Park Hotels & Resorts Inc (PK) After 3.9% Gain -- GF Value $13.69 vs Price $14.04
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On June 04, 2026, Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK shares rose 3.9% to $14.04, reflecting a strong performance amidst a volatile market. The stock has traded within a 52-week range of $9.84 to $14.11, showcasing significant growth over the past year.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price of $14.04 is 2.6% overvalued compared to the GF Value™ of $13.69.GF Score™ of 78/100 indicates that PK is above average in terms of its investment quality.Notable signal: No insider transactions have been recorded in the last 3 months. Is PK Overvalued or Undervalued? The current price of Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK at $14.04 is slightly above the GF Value™ estimate of $13.69, indicating that the stock is approximately 2.6% overvalued. This valuation suggests that there may be limited margin for safety for new investors looking to enter the stock at this level. The GF Valuation label classifies the stock as fairly valued, which implies that while the company may have solid fundamentals, the current market price does not present a significant opportunity for upside risk.

GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. Being overvalued entails risks, particularly if market sentiment shifts or if the company’s operational performance does not meet investor expectations in the near future.

How Does PK's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 38.4x 17.4x Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK is currently trading at a forward P/E of 38.4x, which is significantly higher than its 5-year median P/E of 17.4x. This indicates that the stock is trading above its historical valuation metrics, which aligns with the GF Value™ verdict of being overvalued. The high forward P/E suggests that investors are paying a premium for expected future growth, but it also raises concerns about the sustainability of the price increase if the growth outlook does not materialize.

What Does PK's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 78/100 Financial Strength 4/10 Profitability 7/10 Growth 5/10 Valuation 9/10 Momentum 8/10 The GF Score™ of 78/100 indicates that Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK has above-average investment quality. The strongest area is its Valuation rank of 9/10, suggesting that the stock has favorable valuation metrics relative to its peers. However, the Financial Strength score of 4/10 signals potential concerns regarding the company's financial stability. Profitability and Momentum ranks are moderately strong at 7/10 and 8/10, respectively, indicating that the company is performing well in terms of profits and stock performance momentum.

What Are Insiders Doing with PK Stock? There have been no insider transactions in the last 3 months for Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK . This lack of activity may suggest that insiders are not currently taking positions that could indicate a strong belief in the stock's future performance, either positively or negatively. Absence of insider buying could imply that insiders are not confident in the stock's current valuation or future prospects.

What This Means for Investors Based on the GF Value™ assessment, Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK is currently overvalued at $14.04 compared to the estimated fair value of $13.69. Investors may want to consider the risks associated with entering a position at this price level, especially given the high forward P/E ratio and the absence of insider activity in recent months.

For the complete analysis, visit the Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK 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 PK's GF Score™?

The GF Score™ for Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK is 78/100, indicating that it has an above-average investment quality based on various fundamental metrics.

Is PK overvalued or undervalued?

PK is currently overvalued, with a GF Value™ estimate of $13.69 compared to its current price of $14.04.

What is PK's P/E ratio?

The current forward P/E for Park Hotels & Resorts Inc PK is 38.4x, which is significantly higher than its historical 5-year median P/E of 17.4x, indicating that the stock is trading above 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].
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This High-Yield ETF Is Home to Some Excellent REITs
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The benefit of the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates may not happen until late this year, if at all. Even so, listed real estate investment trusts (REITs) are delivering for investors.

Read more: Green Shoots Emerging in the Real Estate Sector

For example, the largest real estate ETF is higher by 8.60% year-to-date, but the ALPS REIT Dividend Dogs ETF (RDOG) far exceeds that. RDOG is up 14.38% since the start of 2026, outpacing its larger rival and the broader market in the process. The ETF, which tracks the S-Network REIT Dividend Dogs Index, turned 18 years old last month. It’s outperforming with a trailing 12-month yield of 6.14% — above-average in a category known for its potent income streams.

Of course, RDOG’s bullishness is aided by holding the right REITs, including Park Hotels & Resorts (PK), the ETF’s fourth-largest holding and a stock that some experts view as offering value.

“Park Hotels & Resorts holds the first spot as the least expensive company on our list of the best REITs to buy, trading 34% below our fair value estimate of $19.50 per share,” noted Morningstar’s Tori Brovet. “Park Hotels & Resorts owns upper-upscale and luxury hotels, with 21,042 rooms across 33 hotels in the United States. It also offers the highest REIT forward dividend yield on our list at 7.75%.”

Not a Gamble, But… RDOG embodies the defensive spirit of the real estate sector. Neither the sector nor the ETF are “gambles” in the true sense of that word. However, the ETF could benefit from goings on in the casino world, because Vici Properties (VICI) and Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI) — the two largest owners of casino real estate — are RDOG member firms.

Amid a spate of large-scale consolidation activity in that space, including Barry Diller offering $18 billion for MGM Resorts (MGM) and Tilman Fertitta bidding $17.6 billion for Caesars Entertainment (CZR), analysts see avenues for the two RDOG holdings to benefit.

That would likely come from the REITs diversifying tenant rosters or adding properties to their portfolios. At the same time, large acquired companies could potentially shed some assets.

“Another potential consequence of the CZR deal, in our view, is potential pickup in M&A interest from proven (mid-tier) operators that could already be in the process of arranging financing for some properties believed to be under operated. VICI also sees intriguing opportunity with the mix of brands under the CZR’s umbrella, that could extract value if prioritized,” observed Truist analyst Barry Jonas.

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Seaport Therapeutics Reports Positive Multiple-Ascending Dose Data from Phase 1 Proof-of-Concept Trial of GlyphAgo™ in Healthy Volunteers
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Seaport Therapeutics, Inc., (Nasdaq: SPTX) (“Seaport” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage therapeutics company that is inventing and developing novel neuropsychiatric medicines, today announced positive data from the multiple-ascending dose (MAD) portion of its Phase 1 proof-of-concept clinical trial evaluating repeat dosing of GlyphAgo™ (SPT-320), a novel, Glyphed oral prodrug of agomelatine, in healthy volunteers. Repeat dosing of GlyphAgo demonstrated a safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetic (PK) profile consistent with previously reported single-ascending dose (SAD) and crossover data, supporting its planned development in patients with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

The MAD data showed that seven-day dosing of GlyphAgo achieved therapeutic exposures of agomelatine at doses that reduce liver exposure and are projected to avoid liver enzyme elevations and reduce or eliminate the need for liver function testing that has previously limited agomelatine’s clinical use. GlyphAgo AUC0-24 and Cmax increased dose-dependently over the range of doses studied, and agomelatine exposures following GlyphAgo administration in the MAD portion were consistent with data from the SAD and crossover portions of the trial. There was no unmodified agomelatine arm in the MAD portion.

Across all dose levels evaluated, GlyphAgo was well tolerated, with no serious or severe adverse events, no liver-related adverse events, and no clinically significant changes in liver-related laboratory parameters observed, further supporting observations from the SAD and crossover cohorts.

“We are enthusiastic about the data from our Phase 1 program for GlyphAgo, where we’ve now observed consistent safety, tolerability, and PK across all cohorts,” said Daphne Zohar, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Seaport Therapeutics. “We believe these results substantially derisk our future clinical development approach and strengthen the differentiated profile of GlyphAgo. The complete Phase 1 data package further validates our Glyph platform and supports the advancement of GlyphAgo into two parallel Phase 2 trials as we work to bring a new treatment option to patients with generalized anxiety disorder who have not had a new medicine approved in almost 20 years.”

The Phase 1 proof-of-concept trial, which included 174 participants, was conducted in multiple parts to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and PK of GlyphAgo and to compare the PK of GlyphAgo to agomelatine alone. The trial included SAD and MAD cohorts, as well as a crossover portion (including both food-effect and within-participant comparison between GlyphAgo and agomelatine), using both open-label and placebo-controlled designs.

In the previously reported results from the head-to-head crossover portion of the trial, GlyphAgo demonstrated a 6.8-fold increase in bioavailability of agomelatine compared with orally administered unmodified agomelatine. GlyphAgo also showed significantly lower (10-fold) PK variability compared to unmodified agomelatine. The crossover portion included participants who were taking estrogen-containing oral contraceptives that are known to increase agomelatine exposure due to liver drug-drug interaction. In contrast, GlyphAgo exposure was unaffected by oral contraceptives, further supporting the ability of GlyphAgo to bypass first-pass liver metabolism. GlyphAgo demonstrated a 9.6 to 14.5-fold increase in dose-normalized exposure compared to agomelatine in a separate SAD portion of the trial in which no participants were on oral contraceptives.

Seaport expects to initiate a Phase 2a proof-of pharmacology trial in the second half of 2026.This randomized, double-blind trial of two dose levels of GlyphAgo is designed to demonstrate proof-of-pharmacology by characterizing the potential benefits of GlyphAgo on sleep, including objective measures of sleep architecture, in patients with GAD and sleep disturbance. Topline data from this trial are expected in early 2028. Seaport also expects to initiate a Phase 2b trial of GlyphAgo in the first half of 2027. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, potentially registration-enabling trial is designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of GlyphAgo in patients with GAD. Topline data from this trial are expected by the end of 2028. Seaport plans to present additional analyses from the Phase 1 trial at future upcoming scientific meetings.

About GlyphAgoTM (SPT-320 or Glyph Agomelatine)

GlyphAgo is a novel, “Glyphed” oral prodrug of agomelatine, a clinically validated anti-anxiety and antidepressant that is approved for the treatment of GAD in Australia and Major Depressive Disorder in Australia and the European Union. Using Seaport’s proprietary GlyphTM platform, GlyphAgo is designed to enhance lymphatic absorption and avoid first-pass liver metabolism, thereby enhancing oral bioavailability and reducing side effects. By leveraging an alternative absorption pathway via the intestinal lymphatic system used by dietary fats, GlyphAgo is designed to increase systemic exposure of agomelatine, enabling exposure levels of agomelatine that are effective in GAD but at a lower dose that reduces liver exposure and reduces or eliminates the need for liver function testing. Based on the data generated to date, Seaport believes GlyphAgo has the potential to become a leading treatment for GAD.

About Seaport Therapeutics

Seaport Therapeutics (Nasdaq: SPTX) is a clinical-stage therapeutics company focused on inventing and developing new medicines for patients with depression, anxiety, and other debilitating neuropsychiatric disorders. Through its differentiated approach, the Company identifies clinically validated mechanisms with established efficacy and safety which had historically been limited by high first-pass metabolism, low bioavailability, and/or side effects. Seaport applies its proprietary GlyphTM platform to overcome those limitations and invent innovative oral therapies. With an experienced team of industry leaders, Seaport has a proven track record in neuropsychiatry drug discovery and development and delivering successful business outcomes. Seaport aims to develop novel, leading treatment options that will make a significant impact for patients and their families. For more information, please visit www.seaporttx.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, each as amended. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “would” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, express or implied statements regarding our product candidates, preclinical and clinical development activities and timelines, including projected data announcements, and our expectations for future operations and financial performance. These statements include, among other things, Seaport Therapeutics’ expectations regarding the concurrent Phase 2 trials of GlyphAgo (SPT-320), including the expected trial design and the timing of topline data.

Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could negatively affect Seaport Therapeutics’ business, operating results, financial condition and stock value. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated include: risks relating to the Company’s research and development activities; Seaport Therapeutics’ ability to execute on its strategy including obtaining the requisite regulatory approvals on the expected timeline, if at all; uncertainties relating to preclinical and clinical development activities; the Company’s dependence on third parties to conduct clinical trials, manufacture its product candidates and develop and commercialize its product candidates, if approved; Seaport Therapeutics’ ability to attract, integrate and retain key personnel; risks related to the Company’s financial condition and need for substantial additional funds in order to complete development activities and commercialize a product candidate, if approved; risks related to regulatory developments and approval processes of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and comparable foreign regulatory authorities; risks related to establishing and maintaining Seaport Therapeutics’ intellectual property protections; and risks related to the competitive landscape for Seaport Therapeutics’ product candidates; as well as other risks described in “Risk Factors,” in Seaport Therapeutics’ Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as well as subsequent filings with the SEC. Seaport Therapeutics expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in its expectations or any changes in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law, and claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Seaport uses and intends to continue to use its Investor Relations website as a means of disclosing material nonpublic information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the Company’s Investor Relations website, in addition to following the Company’s press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations, and webcasts.

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PureTech Founded Entity Seaport Therapeutics Reports Positive Multiple-Ascending Dose Data from Phase 1 Proof-of-Concept Trial of GlyphAgo™ in Healthy Volunteers
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PureTech Health plc (LSE: PRTC) ("PureTech" or the "Company"), a hub-and-spoke biotherapeutics company dedicated to giving life to science and transforming innovation into value, notes that its Founded Entity, Seaport Therapeutics, announced positive data from the multiple-ascending dose (MAD) portion of its Phase 1 proof-of-concept clinical trial evaluating repeat dosing of GlyphAgo™ (SPT-320), a novel, Glyphed oral prodrug of agomelatine, in healthy volunteers. Repeat dosing of GlyphAgo demonstrated a safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetic (PK) profile consistent with previously reported single-ascending dose (SAD) and crossover data, supporting its planned advancement of GlyphAgo into two parallel Phase 2 trials in patients with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

Seaport expects to initiate a Phase 2a proof-of pharmacology trial in the second half of 2026. This randomized, double-blind trial of two dose levels of GlyphAgo is designed to demonstrate proof-of-pharmacology by characterizing the potential benefits of GlyphAgo on sleep, including objective measures of sleep architecture, in patients with GAD and sleep disturbance. Topline data from this trial are expected in early 2028.

Seaport also expects to initiate a Phase 2b trial of GlyphAgo in the first half of 2027. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, potentially registration-enabling trial is designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of GlyphAgo in patients with GAD. Topline data from this trial are expected by the end of 2028.

The GlyphAgo program and the underlying Glyph platform were initially advanced at PureTech, applying the Company’s strategy of identifying clinically validated pharmacology and overcoming key limitations through targeted innovation. The Glyph platform and related programs are now being advanced by PureTech’s Founded Entity, Seaport Therapeutics.

The full text of the announcement from Seaport is as follows:

Seaport Therapeutics Reports Positive Multiple-Ascending Dose Data from Phase 1 Proof-of-Concept Trial of GlyphAgo™ in Healthy Volunteers

Repeat dosing of GlyphAgo confirms favorable safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics observed across the Phase 1 program, with no liver-related adverse events observed

New data demonstrate seven-day dosing of GlyphAgo achieved therapeutic exposures of agomelatine at doses projected to avoid liver enzyme elevations and reduce or eliminate the need for liver function testing

Results support dose selection and planned advancement into two parallel Phase 2 trials in patients with generalized anxiety disorder

BOSTON, June 8, 2026 -- Seaport Therapeutics, Inc., (Nasdaq: SPTX) (“Seaport” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage therapeutics company that is inventing and developing novel neuropsychiatric medicines, today announced positive data from the multiple-ascending dose (MAD) portion of its Phase 1 proof-of-concept clinical trial evaluating repeat dosing of GlyphAgo™ (SPT-320), a novel, Glyphed oral prodrug of agomelatine, in healthy volunteers. Repeat dosing of GlyphAgo demonstrated a safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetic (PK) profile consistent with previously reported single-ascending dose (SAD) and crossover data, supporting its planned development in patients with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

The MAD data showed that seven-day dosing of GlyphAgo achieved therapeutic exposures of agomelatine at doses that reduce liver exposure and are projected to avoid liver enzyme elevations and reduce or eliminate the need for liver function testing that has previously limited agomelatine’s clinical use. GlyphAgo AUC0-24 and Cmax increased dose-dependently over the range of doses studied, and agomelatine exposures following GlyphAgo administration in the MAD portion were consistent with data from the SAD and crossover portions of the trial. There was no unmodified agomelatine arm in the MAD portion.

Across all dose levels evaluated, GlyphAgo was well tolerated, with no serious or severe adverse events, no liver-related adverse events, and no clinically significant changes in liver-related laboratory parameters observed, further supporting observations from the SAD and crossover cohorts.

“We are enthusiastic about the data from our Phase 1 program for GlyphAgo, where we’ve now observed consistent safety, tolerability, and PK across all cohorts,” said Daphne Zohar, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Seaport Therapeutics. “We believe these results substantially derisk our future clinical development approach and strengthen the differentiated profile of GlyphAgo. The complete Phase 1 data package further validates our Glyph platform and supports the advancement of GlyphAgo into two parallel Phase 2 trials as we work to bring a new treatment option to patients with generalized anxiety disorder who have not had a new medicine approved in almost 20 years.”

The Phase 1 proof-of-concept trial, which included 174 participants, was conducted in multiple parts to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and PK of GlyphAgo and to compare the PK of GlyphAgo to agomelatine alone. The trial included SAD and MAD cohorts, as well as a crossover portion (including both food-effect and within-participant comparison between GlyphAgo and agomelatine), using both open-label and placebo-controlled designs.

In the previously reported results from the head-to-head crossover portion of the trial, GlyphAgo demonstrated a 6.8-fold increase in bioavailability of agomelatine compared with orally administered unmodified agomelatine. GlyphAgo also showed significantly lower (10-fold) PK variability compared to unmodified agomelatine. The crossover portion included participants who were taking estrogen-containing oral contraceptives that are known to increase agomelatine exposure due to liver drug-drug interaction. In contrast, GlyphAgo exposure was unaffected by oral contraceptives, further supporting the ability of GlyphAgo to bypass first-pass liver metabolism. GlyphAgo demonstrated a 9.6 to 14.5-fold increase in dose-normalized exposure compared to agomelatine in a separate SAD portion of the trial in which no participants were on oral contraceptives.

Seaport expects to initiate a Phase 2a proof-of pharmacology trial in the second half of 2026. This randomized, double-blind trial of two dose levels of GlyphAgo is designed to demonstrate proof-of-pharmacology by characterizing the potential benefits of GlyphAgo on sleep, including objective measures of sleep architecture, in patients with GAD and sleep disturbance. Topline data from this trial are expected in early 2028. Seaport also expects to initiate a Phase 2b trial of GlyphAgo in the first half of 2027. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, potentially registration-enabling trial is designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of GlyphAgo in patients with GAD. Topline data from this trial are expected by the end of 2028. Seaport plans to present additional analyses from the Phase 1 trial at future upcoming scientific meetings.

About GlyphAgo™ (SPT-320 or Glyph Agomelatine)
GlyphAgo is a novel, “Glyphed” oral prodrug of agomelatine, a clinically validated anti-anxiety and antidepressant that is approved for the treatment of GAD in Australia and Major Depressive Disorder in Australia and the European Union. Using Seaport’s proprietary Glyph™ platform, GlyphAgo is designed to enhance lymphatic absorption and avoid first-pass liver metabolism, thereby enhancing oral bioavailability and reducing side effects. By leveraging an alternative absorption pathway via the intestinal lymphatic system used by dietary fats, GlyphAgo is designed to increase systemic exposure of agomelatine, enabling exposure levels of agomelatine that are effective in GAD but at a lower dose that reduces liver exposure and reduces or eliminates the need for liver function testing. Based on the data generated to date, Seaport believes GlyphAgo has the potential to become a leading treatment for GAD.

About Seaport Therapeutics
Seaport Therapeutics (Nasdaq: SPTX) is a clinical-stage therapeutics company focused on inventing and developing new medicines for patients with depression, anxiety, and other debilitating neuropsychiatric disorders. Through its differentiated approach, the Company identifies clinically validated mechanisms with established efficacy and safety which had historically been limited by high first-pass metabolism, low bioavailability, and/or side effects. Seaport applies its proprietary Glyph™ platform to overcome those limitations and invent innovative oral therapies. With an experienced team of industry leaders, Seaport has a proven track record in neuropsychiatry drug discovery and development and delivering successful business outcomes. Seaport aims to develop novel, leading treatment options that will make a significant impact for patients and their families. For more information, please visit www.seaporttx.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, each as amended. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “would” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, express or implied statements regarding our product candidates, preclinical and clinical development activities and timelines, including projected data announcements, and our expectations for future operations and financial performance. These statements include, among other things, Seaport Therapeutics’ expectations regarding the concurrent Phase 2 trials of GlyphAgo (SPT-320), including the expected trial design and the timing of topline data.

Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could negatively affect Seaport Therapeutics’ business, operating results, financial condition and stock value. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated include: risks relating to the Company’s research and development activities; Seaport Therapeutics’ ability to execute on its strategy including obtaining the requisite regulatory approvals on the expected timeline, if at all; uncertainties relating to preclinical and clinical development activities; the Company’s dependence on third parties to conduct clinical trials, manufacture its product candidates and develop and commercialize its product candidates, if approved; Seaport Therapeutics’ ability to attract, integrate and retain key personnel; risks related to the Company’s financial condition and need for substantial additional funds in order to complete development activities and commercialize a product candidate, if approved; risks related to regulatory developments and approval processes of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and comparable foreign regulatory authorities; risks related to establishing and maintaining Seaport Therapeutics’ intellectual property protections; and risks related to the competitive landscape for Seaport Therapeutics’ product candidates; as well as other risks described in “Risk Factors,” in Seaport Therapeutics’ Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as well as subsequent filings with the SEC. Seaport Therapeutics expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in its expectations or any changes in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law, and claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Seaport uses and intends to continue to use its Investor Relations website as a means of disclosing material nonpublic information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the Company’s Investor Relations website, in addition to following the Company’s press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations, and webcasts.

About PureTech Health
PureTech Health is a hub-and-spoke biotherapeutics company dedicated to giving life to science and transforming innovation into value. We do this through a proven, capital-efficient R&D model focused on opportunities with validated pharmacology and untapped potential to address significant patient needs. This strategy has produced dozens of therapeutic candidates, including three that have received U.S. FDA approval. By identifying, shaping, and de-risking these high-conviction assets, and scaling them through dedicated structures backed by external capital, we accelerate their path to patients while creating sustainable value for shareholders.

For more information, visit www.puretechhealth.com or connect with us on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter) @puretechh.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that are or may be forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including without limitation those related to those related to Seaport's development plans for its pipeline of neuropsychiatric therapeutics based on the Glyph™ Platform, the potential of GlyphAgo™ (SPT-320™ or Glyph Agomelatine) and the Glyph platform, the broader applicability of the platform, the addressable market for Seaport's product candidates, if approved, potential benefits to patients, and Seaport's and our future prospects, developments and strategies. The forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that could cause actual results, performance and achievements to differ materially from current expectations, including, but not limited to, those risks, uncertainties and other important factors described under the caption "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the SEC and in our other regulatory filings. These forward-looking statements are based on assumptions regarding the present and future business strategies of the Company and the environment in which it will operate in the future. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as at the date of this press release. Except as required by law and regulatory requirements, we disclaim any obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Hyundai Bioscience USA offers Free Drug Supply and Funding for Clinical Trials to WHO
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Hyundai Bioscience USA offers Free Drug Supply and Funding for Clinical Trials to WHO Hyundai Bioscience USA offers Free Drug Supply and Funding for Clinical Trials to WHO PR Newswire

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 11, 2026

– Dr. Davey Smith, a Leading U.S. Infectious Disease Expert: "XAFTY® Should Be Urgently Tested to See if it Can Address the Ebola Crisis"

– Lab testing confirms potency against Ebola (IC50) stronger than against COVID-19, trials or emergency use should move quickly given previous human safety data

– Presents an emergency-administration track and regulatory rationale based on the WHO emergency-use guideline of Monitored Emergency Use of Unregistered and Experimental Interventions (MEURI)

, /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Bioscience USA announced on June 10 that it has pledged to provide its broad-spectrum antiviral candidate, XAFTY® (CP-COV03), free of charge for emergency use and/or testing for patients in African countries experiencing Ebola outbreaks.

The decision came after Dr. Davey Smith, a virologist and clinical trial expert at University of California San Diego, proposed to Hyundai Bioscience USA the rapid testing of a potential therapeutic and/or prophylactic for Ebola patients in Africa. Agreeing with Dr. Smith's proposal, Hyundai Bioscience USA decided to submit an official letter conveying the proposal to the WHO and to the health authorities of the affected countries.

No-cost clinical supply and rapid testing under emergency provisions based on expert medical judgmentDr. Smith proposed the testing of XAFTY® for Ebola based on his expert judgment that the spread of high-fatality Ebola constitutes a grave emergency, and that XAFTY® meets the conditions for immediate testing under current MEURI rules.

According to the WHO MEURI framework , in a fatal-epidemic emergency for which there is no treatment alternative, a candidate may be administered to patients pre-emptively—even before formal approval, and even if an immediate clinical trial cannot be launched—provided that minimal scientific data (such as cell-based/in vitro results) and clinical safety have been secured.1 2 This is an international public-health mechanism allows the emergency use of unapproved drugs under defined conditions, placing the highest priority on trying to save lives in a crisis.

Dr. Smith considered XAFTY® to fully satisfy these provisions (i.e., in vitro activity and strong human safety profile). Accepting the proposal, Hyundai Bioscience USA plans to respond to the crisis by supplying its stored XAFTY® free of charge and immediately upon request from WHO or local authorities.

Company-Funded Trial Support to Enable Rapid Clinical Evaluation At the same time, the proposal includes a contingency in case the WHO or local health authorities judge that, even amid the crisis, a rapid clinical trial to verify efficacy is more appropriate than immediate emergency administration (MEURI).

Typically, when a country or institution conducts a trial on its own during a public-health crisis, it takes a long time owing to complex procedures and budget-securing issues. Dr. Smith asked Hyundai Bioscience USA whether it would be willing to bear the trial costs directly to shorten this timeline, and the company agreed to deploy a local trial rapidly at its own expense if necessary.

In particular, XAFTY® possesses a firm human drug history that allows it to enter trials immediately in a crisis. Under the guidelines of the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH), a drug whose safety has already been established through large-scale human administration (Phase 2 or higher) may, in a public-health emergency, skip time-consuming animal-efficacy testing and enter clinical trials immediately.3 XAFTY® has already secured human data by successfully completing a 300-person COVID-19 trial in Korea.4 Further, in vitro results showed that the IC50 (the drug concentration that inhibits viral replication by 50%) of XAFTY®'s active ingredient against the Ebola virus produced strong inhibition even at a lower concentration than against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Jason Kim, President of Hyundai Bioscience USA, said, "In high-fatality diseases such as Ebola, treatment opportunities must not be missed because of procedures and costs." He added, "We decided to provide the drug free of charge and to conduct a company-funded trial to save as many lives as possible. This decision was made because the spread of this highly-fatal virus cannot wait for conventional procedures."

Hyundai Bioscience USA, a member of the U.S. Department of Defense's Medical CBRN Defense Consortium (MCDC), added that the XAFTY® clinical drug it has offered to provide to the affected countries is stored in compliance with regulations and is kept ready for rapid supply once the necessary procedures are completed.

Mr. Kim added, "The very reason a broad-spectrum antiviral exists is to have a therapy readily available when a new virus emerges and threatens lives," and "We hope the WHO and each country's health authorities will reach a rapid and transparent decision by scientifically weighing the therapeutic benefit against the potential risk."

[References]

World Health Organization. Emergency use of unproven clinical interventions outside clinical trials: ethical considerations. Technical document. Geneva: WHO; 25 March 2025. ISBN 9789240041745.World Health Organization. Notes for the record: Consultation on Monitored Emergency Use of Unregistered and Investigational Interventions (MEURI) for Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). 17 May 2018.International Council for Harmonisation. M3(R2): Guidance on Nonclinical Safety Studies for the Conduct of Human Clinical Trials and Marketing Authorization for Pharmaceuticals. Current Step 4 version, 11 June 2009. Section 1.3.Kim JH, Kym S, Kim S-W, et al. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of niclosamide nanohybrid for the treatment of patients with mild to moderate COVID-19. Nat Commun. 2025;16:7084. doi:10.1038/s41467-025-62423-4[Appendix] Supporting Materials

[Appendix 1] The Origins of XAFTY® and the Development of a Broad-Spectrum Antiviral

Witnessing civil-society solidarity and launching development: XAFTY®'s development began in the early days of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, as the company witnessed the "Clap for Carers" civic movement that spread from London to major cities around the world. Seeing the solidarity between the healthcare workers who cared for patients despite the risk of infection and the citizens who supported them, Hyundai Bioscience took up therapeutic development out of a sense of responsibility that, as a drug-development company, it too should make a tangible technological contribution.Shortening pandemic cycles and defenseless exposure without alternatives: At the time, Hyundai Bioscience analyzed data from the earlier SARS (2003) and MERS (2012) outbreaks and noted the scientific reality that the cycle of new viral epidemics was steadily shortening. Although a pandemic of variant viruses was a foreseeable future, the global pharmaceutical industry had not established in advance a universal treatment platform capable of responding immediately. As a result, in the early days of COVID-19, elderly and frail people isolated in nursing homes and underserved medical areas faced the tragic reality of mass death—left defenseless, with no therapeutic available.A disgrace the pharmaceutical industry must never repeat: Analyzing the large-scale loss of life that occurred in nursing homes, the company engaged in deep self-reflection. It concluded that allowing humanity to be left so defenseless—and to suffer such collective loss—even in the face of an entirely foreseeable shortening of viral cycles was a disgrace and a gap on the part of the pharmaceutical industry as a whole. The conviction that such defenseless sacrifice must never recur became the foundation of XAFTY®'s development.A latecomer's reversal—turning crisis into opportunity: At a time when global pharmaceutical giants such as Pfizer and Merck had moved first to develop therapeutics targeting the specific COVID-19 virus, Hyundai Bioscience was clearly a latecomer. Yet the company turned the disadvantage of late entry into an opportunity. Rather than settling for a drug that treats only the COVID-19 in front of it, it resolved to create a "universal antiviral" capable of addressing even the unknown variant pandemics of the future with a single drug. It treated the pandemic situation—where trial patients were concentrated—as an opportunity to rapidly verify the efficacy of a broad-spectrum drug.The historic precedent of penicillin and a host-cell-targeting mechanism: Just as human average life expectancy was extended by more than 20 years—even without vaccines—after the appearance of penicillin, the first broad-spectrum antibiotic of the 20th century, the company judged that, in the viral-disease domain as well, a universal therapeutic capable of subduing multiple viruses with a single drug is essential. To solve "drug resistance," the chronic limitation of existing targeted therapeutics, it adopted an innovative paradigm that targets the "host-directed pathway" the virus uses to replicate, rather than the virus itself. The philosophy of administering treatment rapidly at the early symptomatic stage—without diagnostic delay for confirmation—to save lives when a new variant emerges: this is the very essence and development story of XAFTY®.[Appendix 2] Dr. Davey Smith's Global Authority in Infectious Diseases and Key Clinical Credentials

Infectious-disease command at a top-tier global research institution: Dr. Davey Smith currently serves as Chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases and Global Public Health at UC San Diego (UCSD). He is a medical authority who has gone beyond basic infectious-disease research to connect real-world clinical practice with public-health policy and to help establish global standards for treating infectious diseases.Lead of the world's largest U.S. government (NIH)-led pandemic trial: During the COVID-19 pandemic, he served as Lead Principal Investigator of the global ACTIV-2 program, into which the U.S. government (NIH) poured an enormous national budget to accelerate therapeutic development worldwide. He rigorously evaluated the candidate therapeutics of numerous global pharmaceutical companies and personally designed and directed multinational trial protocols, gaining experience overseeing global health infrastructure at the front line of pandemic-crisis response.Field experience and clinical control of high-fatality viruses in Africa: He participated as a key investigator in large-scale global clinical trials (such as STOMP) that the U.S. NIH's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) pursued to address African endemic disease and the global Mpox crisis. Through this, he has gained the most accurate and deep insight into Africa's under-resourced public-health infrastructure, the clinical control of high-risk viruses, and practical cooperation with local health authorities.[Appendix 3] Dr. Davey Smith's Assessment of the Ebola Crisis and the Background to the XAFTY® Proposal

The urgency of Ebola's spread and the necessity of deploying a universal therapeutic: Dr. Smith assessed that the current spread of Ebola in Africa is a grave public-health crisis. In particular, comparing it with Vietnam's dengue outbreak—where flexible regulatory innovation was demonstrated by approving a rapid XAFTY® trial to help overcome the crisis—he judged that, because Ebola's fatality is equal to or greater, the rapid deployment of a "universal antiviral" that can work immediately regardless of variant is essential.Scientific validity based on data for 33 viruses across 16 families: The core basis for Dr. Smith's designation of XAFTY® as an Ebola treatment alternative lies in the broad-spectrum profile of its main active ingredient, niclosamide. According to numerous publications, niclosamide has demonstrated strong in vitro inhibitory activity against 33 major human-infecting viruses representing 16 viral families. This is thanks to a mechanism that modulates the host cell's autophagy pathway, and Ebola, too, can be effectively addressed through this approach.Pre-established human safety and risk–benefit analysis: XAFTY® has already secured human safety data (Human Data)—including the attainment of blood drug concentrations in the body—by completing a 300-subject COVID-19 Phase 2/3 trial in Korea. Vietnam's Ministry of Health likewise approved a dengue trial without animal-efficacy testing on the basis of this scientific data. Dr. Smith analyzed that, rather than the risk of waiting months for animal testing amid a shortage of BSL-4 facilities, the therapeutic benefit obtained by administering a drug already confirmed safe is overwhelmingly greater.[Appendix 4] International Guidelines for Emergency Clinical Trials and Administration, and the Validity of XAFTY®'s Drug History

1. The WHO emergency-use rule (MEURI framework) and emergency validity: The WHO's MEURI guideline is an official provision that permits even an unapproved drug—provided that safety data exist and the scientific basis is clear—to be administered pre-emptively to patients during the spread of an infectious disease for which there is no treatment alternative. Because XAFTY® has secured a firm safety profile, Dr. Smith judged that the current Ebola emergency fully meets these conditions.2. Grounds for company-funded trial entry and omission of animal testing in a crisis (ICH rules): Under the guidelines of the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH), a drug whose safety has already been established through large-scale human administration (Phase 2 or higher) may, in a public-health emergency, skip animal-efficacy testing and immediately enter clinical trials.3. Immediate-trial feasibility based on XAFTY®'s drug history: XAFTY® has already secured COVID-19 human data (Human Data). The U.S. affiliate's offer to bear the full cost and support a rapid trial is a realistic and scientific alternative that uses the fast track permitted under international rules to lawfully save patients.[Appendix 5] Broad-Spectrum Profile and in vitro (Cell-Based) Results of the Active Ingredient Niclosamide

Antiviral activity against 33 viruses across 16 families: Niclosamide, XAFTY®'s main ingredient, showed meaningful antiviral activity at the cellular level against 33 human-infecting viruses belonging to 16 viral families. Because it assists the cell's autophagy mechanism rather than directly attacking a specific virus, it is resilient to variants.Ebola virus IC50 analysis: When the IC50—the concentration required to inhibit by 50% the activity of a virus, cell, enzyme, or the like—was measured, XAFTY®'s IC50 against the Ebola virus was superior (i.e., at a lower concentration) to that against COVID-19, whose efficacy has been proven in human trials, or against dengue virus, currently in trials.Pharmacokinetic (PK) validity: On the basis of the blood drug concentrations in the body confirmed through the trial in 300 COVID-19 patients, the Ebola virus, too, can be expected to show sufficiently effective inhibitory activity within the existing dosing range. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hyundai-bioscience-usa-offers-free-drug-supply-and-funding-for-clinical-trials-to-who-302797761.html

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Are Investors Undervaluing Park Hotels & Resorts (PK) Right Now?
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Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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