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Key Takeaways Teradyne's Semiconductor Test sales jumped 128% year over year to $1.12B in Q2 2026. New UltraFLEXplus tools target AI and data-center digital, PCIe Gen6 and high-power test needs. Teradyne expects Q3 revenues of $1.20-$1.30B as AI demand supports UltraFLEXplus adoption. Teradyne (TER - Free Report) is benefiting from accelerating artificial intelligence (AI)-driven semiconductor test demand, particularly across high-performance compute, networking, and advanced memory applications, positioning the company as a formidable player against KLA (KLAC - Free Report) and Cohu (COHU - Free Report) . The company’s growing demand for its UltraFLEXplus system, which is designed to address the complex testing requirements of high-performance processors and networking devices, has been noteworthy. UltraFLEXplus enables customers to reduce test development time, driving higher-efficiency volume production.

Building on this momentum, Teradyne recently launched three new instruments for its UltraFLEXplus semiconductor test platform to address growing AI and data-center computing requirements. The UltraPin5000-EM offers expanded vector memory and faster pattern loading for complex AI devices, while UltraPort-PCIe6 supports PCIe Gen6 testing at 64 Gbps across 32 lanes. The UltraVS64-HP delivers up to 1,280 amps per instrument to test increasingly power-intensive compute devices. Together, the products expand UltraFLEXplus capabilities across advanced digital, high-speed interface and power testing, supporting semiconductor manufacturers from wafer probe through final device validation.

The UltraFLEXplus system has proven to be a key driver in boosting the Semiconductor Test business. In the second quarter of 2026, Teradyne delivered a remarkable 128% year-over-year growth in its Semiconductor Test business, contributing $1.12 billion out of the company’s total $1.3 billion in sales. This segment alone accounted for 84% of total sales.

The growing demand for AI-driven applications, particularly in data centers, is expected to continue driving the adoption of UltraFLEXplus. The strong demand for UltraFLEXplus is likely to support top-line growth, strengthening Teradyne’s competitive position against KLA and Cohu in the semiconductor test market. For the third quarter of 2026, Teradyne expects revenues in the range of $1.20-$1.30 billion.

How Competitors Fare Against TERTeradyne is facing stiff competition from companies such as KLA and Cohu. Both companies are expanding their footprint in the AI space.

KLA is benefiting from the growing demand for AI through its leadership in process control and its ability to address growth markets in wafer fab equipment, including high-bandwidth memory and advanced packaging.

In May 2026, Cohu received approximately $5 million in multiple orders for its Diamond X platform from a leading semiconductor manufacturer. The systems will support testing of next-generation GaN power devices for AI data centers, strengthening Cohu’s position in AI infrastructure and high-efficiency power semiconductor testing.

TER’s Share Price Performance, Valuation and EstimatesTeradyne shares have surged 84.4% in the year-to-date period, outperforming the Zacks Computer & Technology sector’s growth of 18.2% and the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Products increase of 37.5%.

TER Stock Performance
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TER stock is trading at a premium with a forward 12-month Price/Sales of 9.75X compared with the Computer & Technology sector’s 6.11X. TER has a Value Score of F.

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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2026 earnings is pegged at $9.10 per share, which has been unchanged over the past 30 days. This suggests 129.80% year-over-year growth.

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

In the latest close session, Howmet (HWM - Free Report) was down 10.7% at $231.53. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.58%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a loss of 1.18%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.32%.

The maker of engineered products for the aerospace and other industries's stock has dropped by 8.61% in the past month, exceeding the Aerospace sector's loss of 10.2% and lagging the S&P 500's loss of 0.36%.

Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye on the performance of Howmet in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be $1.34, reflecting a 41.05% increase from the same quarter last year. Meanwhile, the latest consensus estimate predicts the revenue to be $2.59 billion, indicating a 23.86% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year.

For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $5.26 per share and revenue of $10.12 billion, which would represent changes of +39.52% and +22.68%, respectively, from the prior year.

It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Howmet. These revisions help to show the ever-changing nature of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.

Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.

The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has shifted 0.38% upward. Howmet is holding a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) right now.

Digging into valuation, Howmet currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 49.29. This indicates a premium in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 21.9.

It's also important to note that HWM currently trades at a PEG ratio of 2.37. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. The Aerospace - Defense was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.65 at yesterday's closing price.

The Aerospace - Defense industry is part of the Aerospace sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 89, placing it within the top 37% of over 250 industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank evaluates the power of our distinct industry groups by determining the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks forming the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

You can find more information on all of these metrics, and much more, on Zacks.com.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), a Fortune 250 automotive retailer with 249 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K, today announced the pricing of its private placement of $625.0 million in aggregate principal amount of its 6.250% senior unsecured notes due 2032 (the "2032 Notes") and $625.0 million in aggregate principal amount of its 6.625% senior unsecured notes due 2035 (the "2035 Notes" and, together with the 2032 Notes, the "Notes"). The offering is expected to close on September 22, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the offering, together with cash on hand, to fund the purchase price for its previously announced acquisition of certain dealership assets and related real estate from Hennessy Automobile Companies, Inc. and certain of its affiliates (the "Hennessy Acquisition") and to pay related fees and expenses. Because the closing of the Hennessy Acquisition is expected to occur after the closing of the offering, the Company intends to use the net proceeds, pending the closing of the Hennessy Acquisition, to repay a portion of the outstanding borrowings under the acquisition line under its revolving credit facility, which the Company expects to reborrow at the closing of the Hennessy Acquisition to fund a portion of the purchase price.

If the Hennessy Acquisition is not consummated on or prior to the later of (x) January 6, 2027 (the "Outside Date") and (y) such date to which the Outside Date under the purchase agreement relating to the Hennessy Acquisition may be extended in accordance with the terms thereof (such later date, the "Special Mandatory Redemption Outside Date"), or upon the occurrence of certain other events, including the termination of the purchase agreement related to the Hennessy Acquisition prior to the Special Mandatory Redemption Outside Date, the Company will be required to redeem all of the 2032 Notes then outstanding at a redemption price equal to 100% of the initial issue price thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, from the issue date to, but excluding, the redemption date (the "Special Mandatory Redemption"). In that case, the Company intends to use the net proceeds of the offering that are not used to fund the Special Mandatory Redemption to repay borrowings under the Company's revolving credit facility and for general corporate purposes.

The Notes have not been, and will not be, registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), or any state securities laws, and thus, the Notes may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws. The Notes have been offered to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers in an offering exempt from registration pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act and to non-U.S. persons outside of the United States in compliance with Regulation S under the Securities Act. This announcement shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of these Notes or any security, and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any jurisdiction in which such offering, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

ABOUT GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE, INC.

Group 1 owns and operates 249 automotive dealerships, 310 franchises, and 32 collision centers in the United States and the United Kingdom that offer 37 brands of automobiles. Through its dealerships and omni-channel platform, the Company sells new and used cars and light trucks; arranges related vehicle financing; sells service contracts; provides automotive maintenance and repair services; and sells vehicle parts.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which are statements related to future, not past, events and are based on our current expectations and assumptions regarding our business, the economy and other future conditions. In this context, the forward-looking statements include statements regarding the proposed offering, the intended use of proceeds and the pending Hennessy Acquisition. These forward-looking statements often contain words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "should," "foresee," "may" or "will" and similar expressions. While management believes that these forward-looking statements are reasonable as and when made, there can be no assurance that future developments affecting us will be those that we anticipate. Any such forward-looking statements are not assurances of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in the statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among other things, (a) general economic and business conditions, (b) the impacts of sustained levels of inflation, including reduced affordability of automobiles for consumers, (c) developments in U.S. and global trade policy, including the imposition by the U.S. of significant tariffs on the import of automobiles and certain materials used in our parts and services business and the resulting consequences (including, but not limited to, retaliatory tariffs by non-U.S. nations, supply chain disruptions, vehicle and part cost increases and demand decreases, and potential recessions in the U.S. and U.K.) and the passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill," including the associated impact on tax deductions in the domestic car industry and the elimination of certain clean energy tax credits, which could impact incentives for electric vehicle production and sales, (d) the level of manufacturer incentives, (e) our ability to comply with extensive laws, regulations and policies applicable to our operations, including BEV mandates in the U.K., and their impact on new vehicle demand, (f) our ability to obtain an inventory of desirable new and used vehicles (including as a result of changes in the international trade environment), (g) our relationship with our automobile manufacturers and the willingness of manufacturers to approve future acquisitions, (h) our cost of financing and the availability of credit for consumers, (i) our ability to complete acquisitions and dispositions, including the pending Hennessy Acquisition, on a timely basis, if at all and the risks associated therewith, (j) our ability to successfully integrate recent and future acquisitions, including the Hennessy Acquisition, and realize the expected benefits from consummated acquisitions, (k) foreign exchange controls and currency fluctuations, (l) the armed conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, including that between the U.S. and Iran, (m) broader macroeconomic challenges in the U.K., including inflationary pressures, fluctuations in interest and foreign exchange rates and overall economic volatility, which could further impact vehicle affordability, demand and our financial performance in that market, (n) our ability to maintain sufficient liquidity to operate, and (o) a material failure in or breach of our vendors' information technology systems and other cybersecurity incidents. For additional information regarding known material factors that could cause our actual results to differ from our projected results, please see our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements after the date they are made, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Investor contacts:
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Senior Manager, Investor Relations
Group 1 Automotive, Inc.
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Media contacts:
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Group 1 Automotive, Inc.
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Group 1 Automotive, Inc.
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or

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DigitalOcean Holdings Inc (DOCN) Stock Up 12.6% but GF Value Says Overvalued -- GF Score: 67/100 On September 08, 2026, DigitalOcean Holdings Inc DOCN shares rose 12.6%, reaching a current price of $126.69. This movement comes amid a 52-week range of $32.35 to $187.50, demonstrating significant volatility and investor interest in the company.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price at $126.69 vs GF Value of $44.59 indicates a 184.1% overvaluation.GF Score™: 67/100, categorizing it as Above Average.Most notable signal: Insiders sold $572.2M worth of shares over the past 12 months without any buying activity.Is DOCN Overvalued or Undervalued?DigitalOcean's current valuation raises concerns, particularly when considering its GF Value™ estimate of $44.59. This proprietary intrinsic-value estimate reflects historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance predictions. At its current price, DOCN shares are categorized as significantly overvalued, presenting a 184.1% margin above the GF Value™, signaling potential risks for investors.

The risk associated with investing in a company that is markedly overvalued is exacerbated by the fact that DigitalOcean is currently unprofitable and cash-flow negative. With a high Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio significantly above its historical median of approximately 5.7x, traditional earnings-based valuation methods such as Price-to-Earnings (P/E) do not apply effectively in this case. Therefore, while the GF Value™ provides a directional warning, it should not be viewed as a precise fair-value target for a loss-making entity like DigitalOcean.

How Does DOCN's Valuation Compare to Its History?MetricCurrentHistoricalP/E (TTM)57.9x45.0xForward P/E68.6xN/AThe current P/E ratio of 57.9x is 28% above its 5-year median of 45.0x, indicating that the stock is trading at a premium compared to its historical valuation metrics. This analysis aligns with the GF Value™ assessment, further substantiating the notion that DigitalOcean is overvalued at its present price level.

What Does DOCN's GF Score™ Tell Us?The GF Score™ provides a holistic view of a company's financial health and competitive positioning by evaluating multiple factors, including financial strength, profitability, growth, valuation, and momentum. DigitalOcean's GF Score™ is currently at 67/100, with its strongest sub-rank being Growth at 10/10, while its weakest is Valuation at 1/10.

MetricRatingGF Score™67Financial Strength5/10Profitability5/10Growth10/10Valuation1/10Momentum3/10Overall, while DigitalOcean exhibits strong growth potential, which is reflected in its perfect Growth rank, its financial strength and valuation metrics suggest significant weaknesses. The low Valuation score particularly underscores concerns regarding its current market price compared to its intrinsic value.

What Are Gurus and Insiders Doing with DOCN?Currently, 6 gurus hold positions in DigitalOcean, with 1 guru adding to their stake and 5 trimming their positions in recent quarters. This mixed activity among institutional investors could indicate a cautious outlook on the stock, especially given the significant insider selling of $572.2M over the past year without any notable buying activity. This trend of selling by insiders may suggest a lack of confidence in the company's near-term prospects and could serve as a warning signal for potential investors.

What This Means for InvestorsIn summary, based on the GF Value™ assessment, DigitalOcean Holdings Inc DOCN is currently overvalued. The company's high P/S ratio and the significant distance between its current stock price and GF Value™ further reinforce this perspective. While the growth potential is present, the valuation metrics and insider selling activity highlight caution for investors considering an entry point into this stock.

For further insights, you can explore the DigitalOcean Holdings Inc DOCN stock page for more details on its financial performance and valuation analysis.

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is DOCN's GF Score™?

The GF Score™ for DigitalOcean is 67/100, indicating an above-average assessment of its overall financial health and competitive positioning.

Is DOCN overvalued or undervalued?

DOCN is considered overvalued, with a GF Value™ of $44.59 compared to its current price of $126.69, indicating a significant overvaluation.

What is DOCN's P/E ratio?

The current P/E ratio for DOCN is 57.9x, which is 28% above its 5-year median of 45.0x, suggesting that the stock is trading at a premium compared to 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].

Disclosures I/We may personally own shares in some of the companies mentioned above. However, those positions are not material to either the company or to my/our portfolios.

NEW YORK, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Smartsheet, Inc. (“Smartsheet” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SMAR).   Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.

The class action concerns whether Smartsheet and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.

You have until October 5, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired Smartsheet securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.        

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A class action lawsuit has been filed, alleging that defendants, throughout the Class Period, failed to disclose material information, which artificially deflated the price of Smartsheet common stock.

On January 24, 2024, Smartsheet received an unsolicited non-public offer from Blackstone Inc. and Vista Equity Partners Management, LLC (together, the “Consortium”) to purchase all the outstanding shares of Smartsheet for $56.25 per share.  In April 2024, Smartsheet’s Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program under which Smartsheet could repurchase up to $150 million of its outstanding stock.  On July 8, 2024, the Consortium raised its offer to $56.50 per share.  Subsequently, on August 21, 2024, the Consortium reiterated its offer to purchase all the outstanding shares of Smartsheet at $56.50 per share.  The class action lawsuit alleges that while these offers were on the table and unknown to the investing public, Smartsheet was repurchasing its common stock at market prices significantly below the prices offered by the Consortium.  Smartsheet had an obligation to disclose that it had received a formal acquisition offer from the Consortium or abstain from purchasing Smartsheet stock from unsuspecting investors.

During the Class Period (i.e., between June 1, 2024 and September 23, 2024), Smartsheet’s average stock price was $46.45 per share.  September 24, 2024, during pre-market hours, Smartsheet disclosed the transaction with the Consortium.  The merger eventually closed on January 22, 2025, with the Consortium acquiring Smartsheet for $56.50 per share.

Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.

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The Zacks Instruments – Control industry is well-positioned to benefit from a diligent focus on energy-efficient production processes and integrated software systems. The rising demand for state-of-the-art technology to replace legacy industrial controls with automated products is expected to drive growth.

However, elevated customer inventory levels, high capital expenditures for infrastructure upgrades and intense market volatility may hinder the process automation and instrumentation market. Nevertheless, Sensata Technologies Holding plc (ST - Free Report) and Badger Meter, Inc. (BMI - Free Report) are likely to benefit from strong demand for digital technology, greater emphasis on energy efficiency, cost-reduction initiatives and support for optimal resource utilization.

Industry Description The Zacks Instruments – Control industry comprises manufacturers of precision and specialty motion-control components and systems used in a wide range of industries. These companies deliver sophisticated flow measurement, control and communication solutions for air, water and other forms of gas and liquid used for commercial and residential purposes. The companies offer an array of products for fuel, combustion, fluid, actuation, electronic applications, energy control and optimization, particularly for the process industry. Some industry players offer heating, ventilation and air conditioning products. These include water heaters and electric heating systems for under-floor radiant applications for boiler manufacturers and alternative energy control packages. Few firms provide water reuse products, including drainage and rainwater harvesting solutions.

What's Shaping the Future of Instruments ??? Control Industry Thrust on Optimum Productivity: The industry’s growth is driven mainly by the emphasis on digitized technologies in manufacturing activities, such as the Industrial Internet of Things. The demand for process automation, instrumentation products, safety automation systems and multivariable pressure transmitters for the fast-track manufacturing process is likely to fuel long-term growth opportunities. The use of process instrumentation equipment offers a host of benefits, including improvement in the quality of the product and emission reduction. Therefore, the rapid adoption of technology across various industries and growing regulation and compliance requirements will continue to be major growth drivers. In addition, field instruments play a significant role in process control by measuring the key elements, such as temperature, pressure, flow and level, in process industries such as chemicals, mining and pharmaceuticals. These include transmitters that measure the pressure, flow, temperature, level and humidity of liquids and gases, which are essential for achieving optimum productivity. A differentiated product offering gives greater opportunities for companies to strengthen their market positions.

Price-Sensitive Competition Hurts Margins: Material cost inflation, resulting from constant inflationary pressures, has been affecting industry players’ margins. Transportation costs are also on the rise. Moreover, high raw material prices due to the continued U.S.-Iran conflict, the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war and the consequent economic sanctions against the Putin regime have adversely impacted the production schedules of various firms. While the companies are focused on improving their operating performance, the inability to obtain adequate supplies of raw materials and product parts at favorable prices is likely to hurt businesses. With firms being unable to pass on the entire increase in raw material prices to customers due to stiff competition, profitability is on the wane. High customer inventory levels and a conservative approach toward placing orders for high-value items remain headwinds. Price-sensitive competition for customer retention in the core business is expected to intensify in the coming days. Aggressive competition is likely to limit their ability to attract and retain customers and erode margins. Due to an international footprint, these firms are further exposed to foreign exchange fluctuations that affect their cash flows.

Industrial Automation in Vogue: A greater focus on increased adoption of automation across all industry verticals and higher investments in new technologies are expected to drive growth over the next few years. North America is likely to continue dominating the market in terms of adopting automation. Rising infrastructural investments in the energy and power sector, increasing demand for organic food and nutritional beverages and favorable government policies are aiding growth. The pharmaceutical industry's process automation and instrumentation market is also growing due to low-cost factors and an evolving regulatory environment. Focus on high-quality equipment indicates progressive buyer maturity and willingness to partner with process control industry players.

Zacks Industry Rank Indicates Bullish Trends The Zacks Instruments – Control industry is housed within the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector. It currently has a Zacks Industry Rank #102, which places it in the top 41% of more than 250 Zacks industries.

The group’s Zacks Industry Rank, which is the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates bright near-term prospects. 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.

Before we present a few Instruments Control stocks that you may want to consider for your portfolio, let us take a look at the industry’s recent stock market performance and valuation picture.

Industry Lags S&P 500, Sector The Zacks Instruments – Control industry has lagged the S&P 500 composite and the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector over the past year.

The industry has jumped 5.2% compared with the S&P 500 and the sector’s growth of 19.5% and 27.1%, respectively.

One-Year Price Performance

Industry???s Current Valuation The Enterprise Value-to-EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio is commonly used for valuing instruments control stocks. The industry has a trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA of 8.97X compared with the S&P 500’s 17.88X. It is also below the sector’s trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA of 19.41X.

Over the past five years, the industry has traded as high as 12.63X and as low as 7.76X, with a median of 9.65X, as the chart below shows.

Trailing 12-Month Enterprise Value-to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) Ratio

2 Instruments Control Stocks to Watch Sensata: Headquartered in Attleboro, MA, Sensata is a global industrial technology company that develops, manufactures and sells innovative sensor-based solutions. It is considered one of the leading suppliers of electrical protection and power management solutions. The company offers a streamlined set of products, which helps eliminate redundant costs and gives greater pricing flexibility. It invests in cutting-edge technology that enables hybrid and electric vehicles to be more efficient, cost-effective, robust and safe. The company is expanding its electrification ecosystem to facilitate the seamless transition to electric vehicles, aiming to be a leading provider of mission-critical sensor-rich hardware and software solutions. The stock has soared 34.6% in the past year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year and next-year earnings has been revised upward by 4.7% and 7.1% to $3.77 and $4.07 per share, respectively, since September 2025. It has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 8.9% and delivered an earnings surprise of 3.7%, on average, in the trailing four quarters. It has a VGM Score of A. Sensata carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Price and Consensus: ST

Badger Meter: Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, the company provides flow measurement, control and communications solutions, serving water and gas utilities, municipalities and industrial customers worldwide. Its products measure water, oil, chemicals and other fluids, and are known for accuracy, long-lasting durability and providing valuable and timely measurement data. With its industry-leading ORION Cellular endpoints, along with communication and software technologies, Badger Meter is focused on creating robust digital solutions to operationalize real-time data into actionable insights. Its BEACON software-as-a-service offering facilitates the collection and analysis of data within the distribution network to improve operational awareness. This Zacks Rank #3 firm has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 9%.

Blue Owl Capital Corporation remains undervalued, trading at a significant discount to NAV and peers despite recent recovery. OBDC offers a robust 10.87% yield, improved dividend coverage, and a strengthened balance sheet with lower leverage and ample liquidity. A 96% floating-rate credit portfolio positions the company for earnings resilience should the Federal Reserve maintain or raise interest rates.

Hsbc Holdings PLC raised its holdings in Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (NYSE:MLM – Free Report) by 6.6% in the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 118,981 shares of the construction company’s stock after acquiring an additional 7,361 shares during the quarter. Hsbc Holdings PLC owned 0.20% of Martin Marietta Materials worth $68,541,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Martin Marietta Materials by 6.6% during the first quarter. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC now owns 794 shares of the construction company’s stock valued at $379,000 after purchasing an additional 49 shares during the last quarter. Empowered Funds LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Martin Marietta Materials by 11.4% in the first quarter. Empowered Funds LLC now owns 1,408 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $673,000 after buying an additional 144 shares during the period. Sivia Capital Partners LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Martin Marietta Materials by 11.1% in the second quarter. Sivia Capital Partners LLC now owns 510 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $280,000 after buying an additional 51 shares during the period. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC increased its position in shares of Martin Marietta Materials by 205.9% in the second quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 260 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $143,000 after acquiring an additional 175 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Cresset Asset Management LLC increased its position in shares of Martin Marietta Materials by 22.6% in the second quarter. Cresset Asset Management LLC now owns 777 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $427,000 after acquiring an additional 143 shares in the last quarter. 95.04% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In MLM has been the subject of several research analyst reports. Sanford C. Bernstein downgraded shares of Martin Marietta Materials to an “underweight” rating in a research report on Wednesday, September 2nd. Stephens lowered their price objective on shares of Martin Marietta Materials from $700.00 to $680.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, July 31st. Morgan Stanley lowered their price objective on shares of Martin Marietta Materials from $664.00 to $639.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, August 13th. Wells Fargo & Company cut their target price on shares of Martin Marietta Materials from $616.00 to $581.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a research note on Friday, July 31st. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada increased their target price on Martin Marietta Materials from $610.00 to $620.00 and gave the company a “sector perform” rating in a report on Friday, August 28th. Eleven research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eight have issued a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $665.88.

Check Out Our Latest Stock Analysis on MLM Martin Marietta Materials Trading Up 0.3% NYSE MLM opened at $516.12 on Tuesday. The company has a current ratio of 1.41, a quick ratio of 0.73 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44. Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. has a 1-year low of $502.56 and a 1-year high of $710.97. The firm’s fifty day simple moving average is $551.37 and its 200-day simple moving average is $583.61. The company has a market capitalization of $31.00 billion, a PE ratio of 12.68, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.22 and a beta of 1.10.

Martin Marietta Materials (NYSE:MLM – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 30th. The construction company reported $5.00 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $4.76 by $0.24. Martin Marietta Materials had a return on equity of 9.49% and a net margin of 36.73%.The firm had revenue of $1.95 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $1.87 billion. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $5.43 earnings per share. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 21.0% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, sell-side analysts anticipate that Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. will post 19.07 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Martin Marietta Materials Increases Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, September 30th. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, September 1st will be issued a dividend of $0.84 per share. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, September 1st. This represents a $3.36 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.7%. This is a positive change from Martin Marietta Materials’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.83. Martin Marietta Materials’s dividend payout ratio is presently 8.26%.

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Martin Marietta Materials, Inc (NYSE: MLM) is a leading producer of aggregates and heavy building materials serving the construction and infrastructure markets. The company operates quarries, sand and gravel pits, and other extraction sites to supply crushed stone, sand and gravel, and a range of value‑added products for use in roads, bridges, commercial and residential construction, and other civil engineering projects.

In addition to its core aggregates business, Martin Marietta manufactures and sells asphalt, ready‑mixed concrete and related materials and services.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - September 8, 2026) - Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Planet Fitness, Inc. ("Planet Fitness" or the "Company") (NYSE: PLNT) on behalf of investors that purchased or otherwise acquired Planet Fitness securities between November 6, 2025 and May 6, 2026 (the "Class Period").

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If you are an investor in Planet Fitness and have suffered losses, you may CLICK HERE to contact us. You may also contact Kaplan Fox by emailing [email protected] or by calling (646) 315-9003.

DEADLINE REMINDER: If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court no later than September 14, 2026 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the purported class. If you have losses we encourage you to contact us to learn more about the lead plaintiff process. You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.

The complaint alleges that defendants disseminated materially false and misleading statements and omissions concerning the true state of Planet Fitness' customer acquisition and marketing metrics. According to the complaint, the Company's updated marketing messaging was failing to resonate with, and was actively intimidating, its core target demographic of fitness beginners and casual gym-goers. As a result, according to the complaint, Planet Fitness was experiencing a significant headwind in net member joins during its peak first-quarter sign-up period that rendered its previously issued fiscal 2026 guidance and long term financial targets unachievable.

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Kaplan Fox is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier plaintiffs' securities litigation firms and has received recognition from Chambers and Partners, Benchmark Litigation, Super Lawyers, and Lawdragon. Serving as lead or co-lead counsel in many landmark cases, the firm has secured some of the largest recoveries in the history of securities litigation, including a $2.425 billion recovery on behalf of Bank of America shareholders in In re Bank of America—the largest recovery ever obtained for claims under Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act—$800 million recovered for the Arkansas Teacher Retirement System and other pension funds in ATRS v. Allianz Global Investors, and a $475 million settlement in In re Merrill Lynch.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds investors about a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of common stock of Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT) between November 6, 2025 and May 6, 2026. Planet Fitness describes itself as a “franchisor and operator of fitness centers.” For more information, submit a form, email attorney Phillip Kim, or give us a call at 866-767-3653. The Allegations: Rosen Law Firm is Investigating the Allegations that Pl.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of the upcoming September 14, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Planet Fitness, Inc. (“Planet Fitness” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PLNT) securities between November 6, 2025 and May 6, 2026 inclusive (the “Class Period”).

IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR PLANET FITNESS, INC. INVESTMENTS, CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS UNDER THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS.

What Happened?
On May 7, 2026, Planet Fitness released its first quarter 2026 financial results, slashing same-store growth from 4-5% to only 1%, and completely withdrawing its long-term three-year growth algorithm it had introduced just six months prior, citing, among other things, an over-pivoted marketing campaign that failed to resonate with its core customer base, alongside external competition. The Company further disclosed that it was pausing its planned national rollout of its Black Card price increase to prioritize revitalizing new membership growth.

On this news, Planet Fitness’s stock price fell $19.95, or 31.2%, to close at $44.01 per share on May 7, 2026, thereby injuring investors.

What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between November 6, 2025 and May 6, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Planet Fitness could not continue to grow its membership rate at the level necessary without a significant overhaul to its marketing message or the introduction of new marketing campaigns, nor could it proceed with the planned rollout of the Black Card price increase that such guidance was significantly reliant upon; and (2) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.

If you purchased or otherwise acquired Planet Fitness, Inc. securities November 6, 2025 and May 6, 2026, you may move the Court no later than September 14, 2026 to request appointment as lead plaintiff in this putative class action lawsuit.

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Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Litigation Partner Brandon Walker Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In Planet Fitness (PLNT) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

If you purchased or acquired Planet Fitness common stock between November 6, 2025, and May 6, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, contact Bragar Eagel & Squire partners Brandon Walker or Melissa Fortunato by email at [email protected] or by telephone at (212) 355-4648.

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Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Planet Fitness, Inc. (“Planet Fitness” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:PLNT) in the United States District Court for the District of New Hampshire on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Planet Fitness common stock between November 6, 2025, and May 6, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”).Investors have until September 14, 2026 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit. What are the Allegation Details?

The lawsuit alleges that Defendants made false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose material adverse facts concerning Planet Fitness’ ability to nationally rollout its Black Card price increase, Planet Fitness’ projected membership growth outlook and associated sales growth, and its ability to drive new joins on its existing marketing campaign.On May 7, 2026, Planet Fitness released its Q1 2026 financial results. The company announced disappointing membership growth and cut 2026 revenue growth guidance from approximately 9% to about 7% and adjusted EBITDA growth guidance from roughly 10% to approximately 6%. During the same-day earnings call, the company stated that its marketing "may have pivoted too far" as the company "shift[ed] from [its] lighthearted approachable tone" to one that "increased penetration with the fitness-minded." As such it announced that, "we are pausing the planned national Black Card price increase pending a broader pricing review."This news caused the price of Planet Fitness stock to decline $19.95 per share, or 31%, from a closing price of $63.96 per share on May 6, 2026, to $44.01 per share on May 7, 2026. What are my Next Steps?

If you purchased or otherwise acquired Planet Fitness shares and suffered a loss, are a long-term stockholder, have information, would like to learn more about these claims, or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Brandon Walker or Melissa Fortunato by email at [email protected], telephone at (212) 355-4648, or by filling out this contact form. There is no cost or obligation to you. About Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.:

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C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (CHRW) Presents at Citi's 2026 Global TMT Conference Transcript

9.9.2026 12:40, BAACEZ

Česká energetická společnost ČEZ plánuje v následujícím roce uvést do provozu solární elektrárny s kapacitou 200 megawattů. V roce 2028 by kapacita nových solárních elektráren měla přesáhnout 500 megawattů. Do konce dekády ČEZ plánuje investovat až 40 mld. Kč do obnovitelných zdrojů energie.

Akcie ČEZ Akcie společnosti ČEZ (BAACEZ) dnes na pražské burze oslabují o 0,5 % na 1390,0 Kč. Na RM-SYSTÉMu se akcie obchodují za stejnou cenu.

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Související odkazy ČEZ: PKO BP Securities zvýšila cílovou cenu z 1 001 Kč na 1 400 Kč s novým doporučením „Hold“ Slovensko chce od ČEZu odkoupit podíl ve společnosti JESS ČEZ: konferenční hovor s managementem společnosti Pražská burza otevírá v červeném, ČEZ reportoval výsledky ČEZ: výsledky hospodaření za 2Q 2026 (+komentář analytika)

CPI Comes In Cool: Why It Could Revive These 3 Rate-Sensitive StocksSoFi Technologies NASDAQ: SOFI CFO Chris Lapointe said the financial-services company entered the second half of 2026 with continued revenue growth, expanding product adoption and a mix of newer businesses that remain in earlier stages of development.

Speaking at an investor conference, Lapointe said SoFi generated approximately 40% year-over-year revenue growth in each of the first two quarters of 2026 and adjusted EBITDA margins of roughly 30%. He characterized the resulting “Rule of 40” score—revenue growth plus adjusted EBITDA margin—at about 70.

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Block’s Pivot to Profits and AI Is Turning HeadsLapointe said the company has exceeded a Rule of 40 score of 40 for 20 consecutive quarters. Since 2022, SoFi’s members, products and revenue have each compounded at more than 30% annually, he said.

Product Adoption and Cross-Buy Growth SoFi added 1.1 million members and 2.2 million products during the most recent quarter, marking the first time product additions were twice as high as member additions, according to Lapointe. Cross-buy reached 51%, meaning existing members accounted for 51% of newly opened products.

Robinhood, SoFi, and Webull Are Telling Very Different StoriesLapointe said members often enter the platform through broadly appealing offerings such as SoFi Money and SoFi Relay, then add products including credit cards and investing accounts. He said the company focuses on average revenue per product rather than average revenue per user. Excluding Relay, which does not generate revenue, average revenue per product rose 60% over the past two years, he said.

The company’s SoFi Plus subscription offering, launched April 1, had surpassed 200,000 paying subscribers at the end of the second quarter, representing $24 million in annualized revenue, Lapointe said. He added that 85% of new paid subscribers were existing SoFi members, while 25% added another product after becoming subscribers.

Balance Sheet, Capital and Lending Lapointe said SoFi has not shifted away from third-party Loan Platform Business, or LPB, partners, stating that demand from those partners exceeded the loans the company fulfilled during each of the past two quarters.

Instead, he said management is weighing risk-adjusted returns, borrower demand, capital-markets demand and the durability of revenue in determining which loans to retain on its balance sheet and which to distribute through LPB partners.

During the second quarter, SoFi originated $10.7 billion in personal loans. Of that total, $7.6 billion was held on the balance sheet and $3.1 billion moved through its LPB business.

Deposits account for 93% of SoFi’s funding stack, Lapointe said, with more than 90% of member deposits coming from direct-deposit relationships. The company also has unused warehouse-line capacity and access to securitizations and whole-loan sales, he said.

SoFi’s total risk-based capital ratio stood at 18.8%, compared with a 10.5% regulatory minimum. Lapointe said SoFi aims to operate in the low- to mid-teens over the long term and does not expect to need to raise equity capital under its current operating plan.

On personal lending, Lapointe described refinancing prime revolving credit-card debt as the company’s largest opportunity. He said prime borrowers with revolving debt carrying interest rates around 25% could potentially refinance into lower-rate fixed personal loans. He said SoFi’s growth plans do not depend on moving to lower-quality credit borrowers.

Guidance and Consumer Credit Lapointe said SoFi’s 2026 guidance now assumes one to two interest-rate hikes, compared with the two rate cuts assumed when the company initially issued its outlook. He said the company has raised its full-year revenue guidance while maintaining profitability expectations, despite higher expected rates and a higher effective tax rate.

The company’s ability to meet its second-half outlook does not require a favorable macroeconomic change, Lapointe said. He cited execution, continued member and product growth, and credit performance that remains in line with or better than expectations as key factors.

SoFi reported 90-day delinquencies of 40 basis points in the second quarter, down sequentially, and net charge-offs of 3.7%, down 70 basis points from the first quarter. Annualized spending across its debit and credit products reached $28 billion, and Lapointe said spending had not shown signs of slowing in the third quarter.

Technology, Crypto and AI Initiatives Lapointe said SoFi expects LPB volume growth in the second half as it expands beyond unsecured personal loans. The company announced a $3 billion funding arrangement for small-business loans and has begun distributing closed-end second mortgages through the platform.

He also highlighted SoFi’s consumer crypto trading platform and SoFiUSD stablecoin as complementary opportunities. While crypto trading broadens the company’s investing products, Lapointe said SoFiUSD is intended primarily as payments infrastructure that can support around-the-clock settlement. He said SoFi is already settling crypto trades through SoFiUSD.

SoFi’s Big Business Banking platform enables businesses to hold deposits, move funds through application programming interfaces and convert between fiat currency and digital assets within a regulated banking environment, Lapointe said. He said the business could generate both fee income and net interest income.

For SoFi Technology Solutions, Lapointe said 2026 is a transition and investment year ahead of expected stronger growth in 2027. The business includes banking core and ledger systems, payment processing, payments, risk and fraud offerings, and expanded into lending and servicing through the acquisition of Peach Finance.

Lapointe also said SoFi Coach, its artificial-intelligence financial guidance tool, had generated nearly 500,000 conversations since launch and received an approval rating above 90%. He said the company currently views the product primarily as a way to support engagement, retention, cross-buy and member lifetime value, though paid value-added services could be considered over time.

About SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI)SoFi Technologies, Inc NASDAQ: SOFI is a diversified financial services company that provides consumer-focused lending, banking, investing and financial technology products. The company's core offerings include student loan refinancing and private student loans, personal loans, mortgage lending, and credit card products. In addition to credit and lending, SoFi operates consumer-facing deposit and cash management accounts, an investing and trading platform, and an insurance marketplace through partner relationships, all designed to serve individuals seeking an integrated digital financial experience.

SoFi has grown beyond direct-to-consumer lending by building technology and infrastructure capabilities.

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On September 08, 2026, Equifax Inc EFX shares fell 3.1% to $171.62, continuing a downward trend that has seen the stock decline 20.2% year-to-date and 31.4% over the past year. The shares have traded within a 52-week range of $150.75 to $271.84.

GF Value™ verdict: The current price is $171.62, 41.3% below the GF Value™ estimate of $292.38.GF Score™ of 75/100 indicates the stock is above average in quality.Notable signal: Insider activity shows a net selling of $37.1M over the past year.Is EFX Overvalued or Undervalued?According to the GF Value™, Equifax Inc EFX is significantly undervalued, with a current price of $171.62 compared to its estimated fair value of $292.38. This presents a margin of safety of 41.3%, suggesting that EFX may be undervalued in the market. The GF Value™ is derived from a combination of historical trading multiples, the company’s past business growth, and forecasts of future performance. Therefore, this discrepancy indicates a potential investment opportunity, although investors should remain cautious about the underlying reasons for the stock's recent performance.

The stock's decline in price over the past year may raise concerns about the company's short-term challenges. However, the significant difference between the current price and the GF Value™ suggests that, based on historical performance and market estimates, there is considerable potential upside for long-term investors. It is essential to consider the broader economic environment and any company-specific risks that may have contributed to the stock's downturn.

How Does EFX's Valuation Compare to Its History?MetricCurrentHistoricalP/E (TTM)30.2x44.9x (5-Year Median)Forward P/E16.9xN/AThe current P/E ratio of 30.2x is notably lower than its 5-year median P/E of 44.9x, indicating that the stock is trading at a discount compared to its historical valuation. This aligns with the GF Value™ assessment that EFX is undervalued. The forward P/E of 16.9x further illustrates that the stock may offer a more attractive valuation compared to past metrics, suggesting that market sentiment may not fully reflect the company's potential based on its earnings outlook.

What Does EFX's GF Score™ Tell Us?The GF Score™ evaluates a company's quality based on several key factors including financial strength, profitability, growth, valuation, and momentum. EFX's score of 75/100 indicates it is above average, with particular strengths in profitability and growth.

MetricRatingGF Score™75Financial Strength5/10Profitability7/10Growth7/10Valuation4/10Momentum4/10The scores suggest that while EFX has a solid foundation in profitability and growth, its financial strength and momentum rank lower, indicating potential areas of concern. The decent GF Score™ reflects a company that has demonstrated resilience in its operations, but the lower valuation and momentum scores could imply challenges in maintaining investor confidence over the short term.

What Are Gurus and Insiders Doing with EFX?Currently, 13 gurus hold positions in Equifax Inc EFX, with 8 increasing their stakes and 5 trimming their holdings in recent quarters. This mixed activity suggests a nuanced outlook among institutional investors, with some seeing potential value in the stock while others may have reservations.

In terms of insider activity, the past year has seen insiders purchase $0.5 million worth of shares but sell a substantial $37.6 million, resulting in a net selling of $37.1 million. This pattern of net selling could indicate a lack of confidence from insiders regarding the company's short-term prospects, which may impact investor sentiment and market performance. The insider activity also serves as a critical indicator for potential investors to consider as they assess the company's future direction.

What This Means for InvestorsBased on the analysis of the GF Value™, Equifax Inc EFX is currently undervalued, presenting a potential opportunity for investors looking for long-term gains. However, the significant insider selling and lower momentum scores warrant a cautious approach. Investors should weigh the potential upside against the risks identified in the company's performance and market environment.

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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is EFX's GF Score™?

EFX has a GF Score™ of 75/100, indicating it is above average in quality compared to its peers.

Is EFX overvalued or undervalued?

EFX is currently undervalued, with a GF Value™ of $292.38 compared to its market price of $171.62.

What is EFX's P/E ratio?

EFX's P/E ratio is 30.2x, which is significantly below its 5-year median P/E of 44.9x, suggesting it is trading at a discount relative to historical valuations.

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Disclosures I/We may personally own shares in some of the companies mentioned above. However, those positions are not material to either the company or to my/our portfolios.

Keel Infrastructure (NASDAQ:KEEL – Get Free Report) and Pegasystems (NASDAQ:PEGA – Get Free Report) are both mid-cap technology companies, but which is the better stock? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their earnings, analyst recommendations, dividends, valuation, risk, profitability and institutional ownership.

Analyst Ratings This is a breakdown of recent ratings and recommmendations for Keel Infrastructure and Pegasystems, as provided by MarketBeat.com.

Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score Keel Infrastructure 1 0 7 0 2.75 Pegasystems 1 6 6 0 2.38 Keel Infrastructure currently has a consensus price target of $6.25, indicating a potential upside of 67.56%. Pegasystems has a consensus price target of $50.10, indicating a potential upside of 39.94%. Given Keel Infrastructure’s stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, equities analysts plainly believe Keel Infrastructure is more favorable than Pegasystems.

Risk and Volatility Keel Infrastructure has a beta of 4.06, suggesting that its share price is 306% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, Pegasystems has a beta of 0.89, suggesting that its share price is 11% less volatile than the S&P 500. Valuation and Earnings This table compares Keel Infrastructure and Pegasystems”s revenue, earnings per share and valuation.

Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio Keel Infrastructure $229.28 million 10.05 -$284.54 million ($0.30) -12.43 Pegasystems $1.75 billion 3.37 $393.44 million $1.77 20.23 Pegasystems has higher revenue and earnings than Keel Infrastructure. Keel Infrastructure is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Pegasystems, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Profitability This table compares Keel Infrastructure and Pegasystems’ net margins, return on equity and return on assets.

Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets Keel Infrastructure -230.59% -66.18% -27.74% Pegasystems 18.66% 32.21% 14.57% Institutional and Insider Ownership 20.6% of Keel Infrastructure shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 46.9% of Pegasystems shares are held by institutional investors. 9.5% of Keel Infrastructure shares are held by company insiders. Comparatively, 48.4% of Pegasystems shares are held by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, endowments and large money managers believe a stock will outperform the market over the long term.

Summary Pegasystems beats Keel Infrastructure on 9 of the 14 factors compared between the two stocks.

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Pegasystems Inc. develops, markets, licenses, hosts, and supports enterprise software in the United States, rest of the Americas, the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific. The company provides Pega Infinity, a software portfolio comprising of Pega Customer Decision Hub, a real-time AI-powered decision engine to enhance customer acquisition and experiences across inbound, outbound, and paid media channels; Pega Customer Service to anticipate customer needs, connect customers to people and systems, and automate customer interactions to evolve the customer service experience, as well as to allow enterprises to deliver interactions across channels and enhance employee productivity; and Pega Platform, an intelligent automation software for increasing efficiency of clients’ processes and workflows. It also offers Situational Layer Cake that organizes logic into layers that map to the unique dimensions of a client’s business, such as customer types, lines of business, geographies, etc.; Pega Express Methodology and low code that connects enterprise data and systems to customer experience channels; Pega Cloud that allows clients to develop, test, and deploy applications; Pega Catalyst, which helps clients to transform and prototype their customer journeys; Pega Academy, which offers instructor-led and online training to its employees, clients, and partners; and global service assurance and client support services. It primarily markets its software and services to financial services, healthcare, communications and media, government, insurance, manufacturing and high tech, and consumer services markets through a direct sales force, as well as partnerships with technology providers and application developers. Pegasystems Inc. was incorporated in 1983 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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Twilio Inc. (TWLO) Presents at Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference 2026 Transcript

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On September 08, 2026, Sterling Infrastructure Inc STRL shares rose 3.2% to a current price of $502.20, trading within a 52-week range of $270.00 to $1005.68. This recent price movement comes as the stock has seen a year-to-date increase of 64.0% and a one-year increase of 75.2%.

GF Value™ verdict: The current price of $502.20 is 73.6% above the GF Value™ estimate of $289.36, indicating that the stock is significantly overvalued.GF Score™: STRL has a GF Score™ of 91/100, which suggests strong overall fundamentals.Most notable signal: Insiders have sold $96.3M worth of shares over the past 12 months without any buying activity.Is STRL Overvalued or Undervalued?The GF Value™ estimate for Sterling Infrastructure Inc STRL stands at $289.36, which serves as an intrinsic value benchmark based on historical trading multiples, business growth, and future performance estimates. With the current stock price at $502.20, STRL is trading at a substantial premium, indicating it is 73.6% overvalued. This overvaluation presents a considerable margin of safety risk for potential investors, as the stock's price is significantly above its estimated fair value, as labeled by the GF Valuation system.

Investors should be cautious when considering an entry point, as the current valuation reflects a high level of risk. The GF Valuation label classifies STRL as "Significantly Overvalued," which suggests that the stock's future performance will need to be exceptional to justify its current price level.

How Does STRL's Valuation Compare to Its History?MetricCurrentHistoricalP/E (TTM)36.2x18.8xForward P/E21.0x-Currently, STRL's P/E ratio stands at 36.2x, which is notably 93% above its five-year median P/E of 18.8x. This indicates that the stock is trading at a higher valuation than it has historically, aligning with the GF Value™ verdict of being overvalued. The forward P/E of 21.0x, while lower than the current P/E, also suggests elevated expectations for future earnings that may not be met given the high valuation.

What Does STRL's GF Score™ Tell Us?The GF Score™ evaluates a company's overall financial health, profitability, growth potential, valuation, and momentum, providing a comprehensive view of its fundamentals. STRL boasts an impressive GF Score™ of 91/100, indicating strong fundamentals overall. The strongest sub-ranks include Growth, with a perfect score of 10/10, and Profitability, which scores 9/10. However, the weakest rank lies in Valuation at 3/10, reflecting the significant overvaluation issue the stock currently faces.

MetricRatingGF Score™91/100Financial Strength8/10Profitability9/10Growth10/10Valuation3/10Momentum10/10The strong scores in Growth and Profitability suggest that Sterling Infrastructure Inc is well-positioned in terms of operational performance and potential for future expansion. However, the low Valuation rank highlights the critical concern regarding the stock's current pricing, as it significantly lacks a margin of safety.

What Are Gurus and Insiders Doing with STRL?Currently, 10 gurus hold positions in Sterling Infrastructure Inc, with 6 adding to their stakes while 4 have trimmed their positions in recent quarters. This mixed activity among gurus indicates cautious optimism, but it also reflects a level of uncertainty regarding the stock's valuation and future prospects.

On the insider front, the sale of $96.3M worth of shares over the past 12 months, with no buying activity reported, sends a strong signal about insider sentiment. Such selling could indicate that insiders believe the stock is overvalued at current levels, which warrants attention from potential investors.

What This Means for InvestorsBased on the analysis, Sterling Infrastructure Inc STRL is currently deemed overvalued according to the GF Value™ estimate. The substantial gap between the current price and the GF Value™ suggests that the stock may not offer a compelling investment opportunity at this time. Investors should remain vigilant and consider these factors when assessing their positions in STRL. For more in-depth information, you can visit the Sterling Infrastructure Inc (STRL) stock page.

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is STRL's GF Score™?

STRL has a GF Score™ of 91/100, indicating strong overall fundamentals and financial health.

Is STRL overvalued or undervalued?

According to the GF Value™ verdict, STRL is significantly overvalued, with a current price that is 73.6% above its estimated fair value.

What is STRL's P/E ratio?

The P/E ratio for STRL is currently 36.2x, which is significantly above its five-year median P/E of 18.8x, suggesting the stock is trading at a higher valuation than it has historically.

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].

Disclosures I/We may personally own shares in some of the companies mentioned above. However, those positions are not material to either the company or to my/our portfolios.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against The Simply Good Foods Company (“Simply Good Foods” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: SMPL) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Shareholders who purchased shares of SMPL during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CLASS PERIOD: October 24, 2024 to April 8, 2026

DEADLINE: October 13, 2026

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Simply Good Foods lost key personnel following the acquisition of Only What You Need, Inc. (“OWYN”), impeding integration efforts. The Company’s OWYN division suffered significant product quality issues due to the introduction of a new supplier. The Company failed to achieve its strategic goals with the OWYN acquisition. Based on these facts, the Company’s public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Simply Good Foods, investors suffered damages.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall or David Schwartz of Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

Join the case to recover your losses

WHY SBS? Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation. Bringing together the extensive experience and diverse skillsets of founding partners Brian Schall, Andrew Brown, and David Schwartz, SBS is dedicated to aggressively advocating for every investor.

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of the upcoming October 13, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise Simply Good Foods Company (“Simply Good Foods” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SMPL) securities between October 24, 2024 and April 8, 2026 inclusive (the “Class Period”).

IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR SIMPLY GOOD FOODS COMPANY INVESTMENTS, CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS UNDER THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS.

What Happened?
On October 23, 2025, Simply Good Foods announced its fourth quarter and full year results for the year ending August 30, 2025, revealing that, among other things, the recently acquired Only What You Need (“OWYN”) segment suffered a slowdown in sales growth.

During the accompanying earnings call held the same day, the Company’s management revealed “a raw material sourcing decision for pea protein” had “resulted in taste and texture issues” leading to depressed sales.

On this news, shares of the Company fell $4.33 or 17.35% to close at $20.63 on October 23, 2025, thereby injuring investors.

Then, on April 9, 2026, the Company announced its second quarter of 2026 earnings results, revealing that consumer consumption had plummeted across all of the Company's brands and OWYN's quarterly sales has contracted by nearly 17% year-over-year. Simply Good Foods Company further revealed a $187 million impairment charge against OWYN brand intangible assets, and slashed its 2026 net sales outlook to a range of negative 7% to negative 10%.

During the accompanying earnings call, held the same day, the Company’s management acknowledged it had “made some strategic choices” that “ultimately weakened” the performance of its brands, including OWYN, and that OWYN had failed to meet the Company’s “own expectations” including due to a “a product quality issue.”

On this news, the price of Good Foods common stock declined $2.61 or 18.11% per share, to close at $11.80 on April 9, 2026, thereby injuring investors. Shares continued to fall the subsequent trading day, declining $1.36 or 11.53% per share, to close at $10.44 on April 10, 2026.

What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between October 24, 2024 and April 8, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) that Simply Good Foods had lost key managerial personnel following the acquisition of OWYN necessary for the successful integration of the acquired OWYN assets; (2) that Simply Good Foods had materially increased its general and administrative spending to compensate for the loss of key managerial personnel; (3) the addition of a new pea protein supplier for OWYN prior to the acquisition had created significant product quality issues which had negatively impacted the product; (4) Simply Good Foods had engaged in promotional activities for OWYN products above its historical practices, eroding margins; (5) that, in order to stem the margin erosion, Simply Good Foods had cut brand support and marketing, further depressing product sales; (6) as a result of the above, the OWYN acquisition had largely failed to achieve its key strategic goals, the integration of OWYN had run into severe operational and execution problems, and the business and operational results for the OWYN segment had been materially negatively impacted, undermining the acquisitions economic rationale; and (7) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

If you purchased or otherwise acquired Simply Good Foods Company securities between October 24, 2024 and April 8, 2026, you may move the Court no later than October 13, 2026 to request appointment as lead plaintiff in this putative class action lawsuit.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:
If you wish to learn more about this action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact us:
Charles Linehan, Esq.,
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP,
1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100,
Los Angeles California 90067
Email: [email protected]
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If you inquire by email, please include your mailing address, telephone number and number of shares purchased.

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

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Simply Good Foods Company (SMPL) Shareholders Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit PR Newswire

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 8, 2026

, /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP announces that investors with losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Simply Good Foods Company.

IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR SIMPLY GOOD FOODS COMPANY INVESTMENTS, CLICK HEREBEFORE OCTOBER 13, 2026 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT

What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between October 24, 2024 and April 8, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) that Simply Good Foods had lost key managerial personnel following the acquisition of OWYN necessary for the successful integration of the acquired OWYN assets; (2) that Simply Good Foods had materially increased its general and administrative spending to compensate for the loss of key managerial personnel; (3) the addition of a new pea protein supplier for OWYN prior to the acquisition had created significant product quality issues which had negatively impacted the product; (4) Simply Good Foods had engaged in promotional activities for OWYN products above its historical practices, eroding margins; (5) that, in order to stem the margin erosion, Simply Good Foods had cut brand support and marketing, further depressing product sales; (6) as a result of the above, the OWYN acquisition had largely failed to achieve its key strategic goals, the integration of OWYN had run into severe operational and execution problems, and the business and operational results for the OWYN segment had been materially negatively impacted, undermining the acquisitions economic rationale; and (7) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

What's The Next Step?

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is a leading national shareholder rights law firm, ready to assist you in potentially pursuing claims to recover your loss.

If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 13, 2026. Please contact us to learn more about your rights and interests by clicking here, by email ([email protected]), or by telephone at 310-201-9150 (Toll-Free: 888-773-9224).

You may retain counsel of your choice. If you bought securities during the class period, you may take no action and remain an absent class member. No class has been certified yet.

Why Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP?

GPWR is a premier law firm with decades of experience representing investors and consumers in securities litigation and other complex class action litigation. Recognizing the firm's recent successes, GPWR was named one of Law360's Securities Groups of the Year and ranked 2nd in total investor recoveries by Institutional Shareholder Services Securities Class Action Services in 2025. GPWR's lawyers have handled cases covering a wide spectrum of corporate misconduct and relating to nearly all industries and sectors. GPWR's past successes have been widely covered by leading news and industry publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, Bloomberg Businessweek, Reuters, the Associated Press, Barron's, Investor's Business Daily, Forbes, and Money. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that purchasers of The Simply Good Foods Company (NASDAQ: SMPL) common stock between October 24, 2024 and April 8, 2026 (the “Class Period”), have until October 13, 2026 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff of the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit. Captioned Monroe County Employees’ Retirement System v. The Simply Good Foods Company, No. 1:26-cv-06971 (S.D.N.Y.), the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit charges Simply Good Foods as well as certain of Simply Good Foods’ current and former executive officers with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit, please provide your information here:

https://www.rgrdlaw.com/cases-the-simply-good-foods-company-class-action-lawsuit-smpl.html

You can also contact attorneys Ken Dolitsky or Michael Albert of Robbins Geller by calling 800/851-7783 or via e-mail at [email protected].

CASE ALLEGATIONS: Simply Good Foods sells consumer packaged foods and snacking products under its various brands.

The Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit alleges that defendants throughout the Class Period made materially false and misleading statements because they failed to disclose the following adverse facts pertaining to Simply Good Foods’ business, operations, and financial condition, which were known to or recklessly disregarded by defendants: (i) that Simply Good Foods had lost key managerial personnel following the acquisition of Only What You Need, Inc. (“OWYN”) necessary for the successful integration of the acquired OWYN assets, impairing Simply Good Foods’ ability to achieve the acquisition’s purported strategic initiatives and financial and operational targets; (ii) that Simply Good Foods had materially increased its general and administrative spending to compensate for the loss of key managerial personnel, leading to an inefficient and bloated organizational structure and the lack of clear and cohesive strategic priorities for its OWYN segment; (iii) that the addition of a new pea protein supplier for OWYN formulations prior to the acquisition had created significant product quality issues which had negatively impacted the taste, texture, and shelf-life of OWYN products, leading to negative product reviews, depressed consumer sales, and the loss of important distributor relationships; (iv) that, in an effort to boost sales in the short-term, Simply Good Foods had offered discounts and engaged in other promotional activities for OWYN products above its historical practices, eroding Simply Good Foods’ margins but failing to achieve the desired sales turnaround; (v) that, in order to stem the margin erosion being suffered in its OWYN segment, Simply Good Foods had cut brand support and marketing for OWYN, further depressing product sales; and (vii) as a result of the above, the OWYN acquisition had largely failed to achieve its key strategic goals, the integration of OWYN had run into severe operational and execution problems, and the business and operational results for Simply Good Foods’ OWYN segment had been materially negatively impacted, undermining the acquisition’s economic rationale.

On October 23, 2025, Simply Good Foods issued a release reporting financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter and year ending August 30, 2025, revealing that Simply Good Foods’ OWYN segment had in fact suffered a slowdown in sales growth. During the related earnings call, defendant Geoff E. Tanner revealed that end user consumption of OWYN branded products had declined due to a previously undisclosed product quality issue. Specifically, Tanner explained that “a raw material sourcing decision for pea protein,” which predated the close of the OWYN acquisition but was implemented shortly thereafter, had “resulted in taste and texture issues” as the products aged, leading to negative product ratings and reviews and depressed sales for OWYN. Simply Good Foods also provided disappointing 2026 net sales guidance in the range of negative 2% to positive 2%, a decline in the rate of growth of at least 75% from the 9% net sales growth Simply Good Foods had reported for fiscal 2025. On this news, the price of Simply Good Foods common stock fell more than 17%.

Then, on April 9, 2026, Simply Good Foods announced its second quarter of 2026 earnings results, revealing that OWYN’s quarterly sales had contracted by nearly 17% year-over-year. Simply Good Foods further revealed a $187 million impairment charge against its OWYN brand intangible assets and slashed its 2026 net sales outlook to a range of negative 7% to negative 10%. On this news, the price of Simply Good Foods common stock fell more than 27% over a two-day trading period.

The plaintiff is represented by Robbins Geller, which has extensive experience in prosecuting investor class actions including actions involving financial fraud. You can view a copy of the complaint by clicking here.

THE LEAD PLAINTIFF PROCESS: The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 permits any investor who purchased Simply Good Foods common stock during the Class Period to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit. A lead plaintiff is generally the movant with the greatest financial interest in the relief sought by the putative class who is also typical and adequate of the putative class. A lead plaintiff acts on behalf of all other class members in directing the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit. The lead plaintiff can select a law firm of its choice to litigate the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery of the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

ABOUT ROBBINS GELLER: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is one of the world’s leading law firms representing investors in securities fraud and shareholder rights litigation. Our Firm ranked #1 on the most recent ISS Securities Class Action Services Top 50 Report, recovering more than $916 million for investors in 2025. This marks our fourth #1 ranking in the past five years. And in those five years alone, Robbins Geller recovered $8.4 billion for investors – $3.4 billion more than any other law firm. With 200 lawyers in 10 offices, Robbins Geller is one of the largest plaintiffs’ firms in the world, and the Firm’s attorneys have obtained many of the largest securities class action recoveries in history, including the largest ever – $7.2 billion – in In re Enron Corp. Sec. Litig. Please visit the following page for more information:

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NEW YORK, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against The Simply Good Foods Company (“Simply Good Foods” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SMPL).   Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.

The class action concerns whether Simply Good Foods and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.

You have until October 13, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired Simply Good Foods securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.        

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On October 23, 2025, Simply Good Foods issued a release reporting financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter and year ending August 30, 2025, revealing that Simply Good Foods’ OWYN segment had in fact suffered a slowdown in sales growth.  During the related earnings call, CEO Geoff E. Tanner revealed that end user consumption of OWYN branded products had declined due to a previously undisclosed product quality issue.  Specifically, Tanner explained that “a raw material sourcing decision for pea protein,” which predated the close of the OWYN acquisition but was implemented shortly thereafter, had “resulted in taste and texture issues” as the products aged, leading to negative product ratings and reviews and depressed sales for OWYN.  Simply Good Foods also provided disappointing 2026 net sales guidance in the range of negative 2% to positive 2%, a decline in the rate of growth of at least 75% from the 9% net sales growth Simply Good Foods had reported for fiscal 2025. 

On this news, Simply Good Foods’ stock price fell $4.33 per share, or 17.35%, to close at $20.63 per share on October 23, 2025.  

Then, on April 9, 2026, Simply Good Foods announced its second quarter of 2026 earnings results, revealing that OWYN’s quarterly sales had contracted by nearly 17% year-over-year.  Simply Good Foods further revealed a $187 million impairment charge against its OWYN brand intangible assets and slashed its 2026 net sales outlook to a range of negative 7% to negative 10%. 

On this news, Simply Good Foods’ stock price fell $2.61 per share, or 18.11%, to close at $11.80 per share on April 9, 2026.

Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.

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