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Roku (ROKU - Free Report) closed at $142.34 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.17% move from the prior day. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.79% loss on the day. Meanwhile, the Dow lost 0.26%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 1.55%.

The video streaming company's stock has dropped by 2.07% in the past month, falling short of the Consumer Discretionary sector's gain of 0.62% and the S&P 500's gain of 4.28%.

The upcoming earnings release of Roku will be of great interest to investors. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.61, indicating a 771.43% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Alongside, our most recent consensus estimate is anticipating revenue of $1.3 billion, indicating a 16.98% upward movement from the same quarter last year.

Regarding the entire year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates forecast earnings of $2.41 per share and revenue of $5.55 billion, indicating changes of +308.47% and +17.23%, respectively, compared to the previous year.

Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Roku. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook.

Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. Investors can capitalize on this by using the Zacks Rank. This model considers these estimate changes and provides a simple, actionable rating system.

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. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0% higher within the past month. At present, Roku boasts a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

Digging into valuation, Roku currently has a Forward P/E ratio of 58.35. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 13.28, which means Roku is trading at a premium to the group.

The Broadcast Radio and Television industry is part of the Consumer Discretionary sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 69, positioning it in the top 29% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our individual industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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In the latest trading session, Palo Alto Networks (PANW - Free Report) closed at $330.30, marking a +1.35% move from the previous day. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.79% loss on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw a downswing of 0.26%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq depreciated by 1.55%.

The security software maker's shares have seen an increase of 16.56% over the last month, surpassing the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 3.44% and the S&P 500's gain of 4.28%.

The upcoming earnings release of Palo Alto Networks will be of great interest to investors. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.97, indicating a 2.11% growth compared to the equivalent quarter last year. At the same time, our most recent consensus estimate is projecting a revenue of $3.35 billion, reflecting a 32.1% rise from the equivalent quarter last year.

For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $3.77 per share and a revenue of $11.41 billion, representing changes of +12.87% and +23.71%, respectively, from the prior year.

It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Palo Alto Networks. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.

Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. 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 varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed an unchanged state. Palo Alto Networks is currently a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

In terms of valuation, Palo Alto Networks is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 86.45. This valuation marks a premium compared to its industry average Forward P/E of 49.95.

It is also worth noting that PANW currently has a PEG ratio of 6.51. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. The average PEG ratio for the Security industry stood at 3.14 at the close of the market yesterday.

The Security industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 109, which puts it in the top 45% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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Wedbush Securities tech strategist Dan Ives argued on CNBC on Monday that memory chips have become the most valuable slice of the AI supply chain, and that SK Hynix’s blockbuster U.S. listing debut on Friday is the clearest signal yet that capital is rotating toward American-listed AI infrastructure names. “Those are the golden child really of this AI revolution. The reality is you’re not going to have equilibrium in terms of demand and supply at least until 2028.”

Ives quantified the supply and demand imbalance he sees: “We continue to think demand [to] supply 15 to 1 in terms of the chips,” he said, adding that for the first time in 30 years, the U.S. is ahead of China in tech, a shift he expects will draw more foreign listings to New York.

Micron Is the Purest U.S. Play on the AI Memory Shortage The clearest expression of the memory rerating is Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU | MU Price Prediction). Shares are up 243.33% year to date and 696.76% over the past year, carrying the company to a $1.1 trillion market cap. Fiscal Q3 revenue reached $41.456 billion, up 345.72% year over year, with GAAP gross margin expanding to 84.6% and non-GAAP EPS of $25.11 beating consensus expectations. Guidance calls for Q4 revenue of $50.0 billion ± $1.0 billion and roughly 86% gross margin.

CEO Sanjay Mehrotra told investors that “AI demand is driving DRAM and NAND data center bits TAM to exceed 50% of the industry TAM for the first time in calendar 2026” and that Micron can currently fulfill only “50% to two-thirds” of some customers’ demand. That is the supply squeeze Ives is monetizing thematically.

Why Dan Ives Still Likes Nvidia Ives argued that NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) and the hyperscalers have become “the shiny new toy, shiny new object in terms of memory. The ones that are actually at the center, whether it’s the hyperscalers or Nvidia, those are almost in the penalty box.”

Ives believes Nvidia still plays a central role in the AI industry: “There’s one chip in the world fueling the AI revolution, and that’s led by the godfather of AI, Nvidia. Where is memory without Nvidia? Where’s memory without the hyperscalers?”

Ives cited that NVIDIA trades at its lowest valuation since 2019, even as Q1 FY2027 revenue hit $81.61 billion, with Data Center at $75.25 billion. The stock trades at a forward P/E of 24 and closed at $203.53 on Monday against an analyst target price of $301.62.

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TSMC Confirms the AI Chip Boom Is Still Accelerating Ives pointed to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE:TSM) as a confirmation signal that the AI boom is accelerating. June revenue jumped 67.9% year over year to NT$442.68 billion, with first-half 2026 cumulative revenue of NT$2,404.48 billion, up 35.6%. Q2 results land July 16, 2026, three days from Ives’s segment. The stock is up 43.57% year-to-date.

Companies Making Money From the Memory-Chip Supercycle Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) posted Q2 AI semiconductor revenue of $10.80 billion, up 143% year over year, and guided Q3 AI revenue to $16.00 billion, over 200% growth. CEO Hock Tan tied the growth to “increasing demand for custom AI accelerators and AI networking.”

Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) sells the deposition and etch tools that make HBM possible. Fiscal Q3 revenue reached $5.84 billion, up 23.8% year over year, with June-quarter guidance of $6.60 billion. South Korea and Taiwan together account for 46% of revenue, direct exposure to the SK Hynix and TSMC HBM ramps. Shares are up 105.04% year to date.

Key Takeaways Ives’s broader argument is that memory chips have become one of the most valuable and supply-constrained parts of the AI infrastructure buildout. Micron offers the clearest direct exposure among U.S. companies, while NVIDIA, TSMC, Broadcom, and Lam Research each provide exposure to a different layer of the same investment cycle.

The next major signals to watch include TSMC’s July 16 earnings report, the start of HBM4E volume production in 2027, and any additional U.S. listings from Asian chipmakers.

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In the latest trading session, Louisiana-Pacific (LPX - Free Report) closed at $72.20, marking a -1.31% move from the previous day. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.79% loss on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow lost 0.26%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 1.55%.

Shares of the home construction supplier witnessed a loss of 2.51% over the previous month, trailing the performance of the Construction sector with its gain of 2.79%, and the S&P 500's gain of 4.28%.

The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Louisiana-Pacific in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on August 5, 2026. On that day, Louisiana-Pacific is projected to report earnings of $0.64 per share, which would represent a year-over-year decline of 35.35%. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $683 million, down 9.54% from the prior-year quarter.

For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $2 per share and revenue of $2.57 billion, which would represent changes of -24.53% and -5%, respectively, from the prior year.

Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Louisiana-Pacific. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the business performance and profit potential.

Our research shows that these estimate changes are directly correlated with near-term stock prices. To utilize this, we have created the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model that integrates these estimate changes and provides a functional rating system.

The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained unchanged. Currently, Louisiana-Pacific is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).

In terms of valuation, Louisiana-Pacific is presently being traded at a Forward P/E ratio of 36.58. Its industry sports an average Forward P/E of 28.6, so one might conclude that Louisiana-Pacific is trading at a premium comparatively.

One should further note that LPX currently holds a PEG ratio of 1.84. The PEG ratio is akin to the commonly utilized P/E ratio, but this measure also incorporates the company's anticipated earnings growth rate. The Building Products - Wood was holding an average PEG ratio of 1.53 at yesterday's closing price.

The Building Products - Wood industry is part of the Construction sector. This industry currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 171, which puts it in the bottom 31% of all 250+ industries.

The Zacks Industry Rank is ordered from best to worst in terms of the average Zacks Rank of the individual companies within each of these sectors. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.

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The Pump.fun business model is making profits at a much quicker pace than it is spending on narratives. According to the recent data, the platform’s annualized revenue has hit $344 million, with the network earning approximately $944,000 every day for the past three months. 

Meanwhile, more than $407 million worth of PUMP tokens have already been bought back and removed from circulation.

In simple terms, PUMP is no longer relying solely on speculation. The platform is generating enough cash flow to consistently return value to token holders.

Source: Pump.fun Approximately half of the revenue is returning According to AMBCrypto’s close analysis on the network data, over 50% of its revenue is allocated to token buybacks. This cements the network’s long-term project of reducing circulating supply while at the same time boosting its volatility.

Every day when the platform generates income, some part of the income is spent on buying PUMP coins from the market before destroying them.

The impact of the process has been significant. Up until now, 149 billion PUMP tokens have been destroyed, thereby covering almost 15 percent of the entire circulating supply.

The process does not guarantee higher prices. However, it creates a steady source of demand regardless of broader market conditions.

Source: Pump.fun How are network users reacting to the developments? Normally, buybacks are only effective if the underlying business continues generating revenue. At least for now, that does not seem to be the case.

The number of active addresses is still high. In most cases, it has exceeded 7,000 users per day throughout the past few months. The consistency matters since it suggests that the platform’s revenue is being supported by actual network activity rather than a short-lived spike in trading volume.

In other words, the allocation of a bigger proportion of revenue on buyback seems to bear some fruit. If the activity sustains, the current bullish momentum could be accelerated.

Source: Santiment Is $0.001698 next for PUMP? On the daily chart, the token’s price action has just broken past the 20-period Simple Moving Average (20 SMA). The Bollinger Band’s divergence is wide enough, suggesting that the market still has more volatility for a potential explosive move. But the direction is not clear.

However, with the token Stochastic RSI now dropping below 25, which often points to an oversold market, the current bullish push could be prolonged. At press time the token had recorded a 10% surge and was trading at around $0.001495.

The resistance level at $0.001698 stands as the next target for the market buyer if the current bullish run is sustained.

All in all, Pump.fun is already generating nearly $1 million per day. If that pace continues, buybacks will continue removing supply regardless of short-term market sentiment. When combined with positive technicals, the projected bullish run continuation nears certainty.

Source: TradingView Final Summary Pump.fun’s annualized revenue has surged to $344 million, with the platform generating nearly $944,000 per day over the past three months. More than $407 million has been allocated to buybacks, removing nearly 15% of PUMP’s total supply from circulation.

In brief New Hampshire's governor signed the Blockchain Basics Law, introducing new protections for blockchain innovation and crypto users in the state. Last year, the state became the first in the nation to introduce a strategic Bitcoin reserve, allowing for up to 5% of public funds to be invested in the leading crypto asset. However, its executive council recently rejected the allowance of the first Bitcoin-backed municipal bond. New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte helped make the state into one of the crypto-friendliest in the nation when she signed HB 639 into law last week. 

Known as the The Blockchain Basic Laws act, the bill provides protections for cryptocurrency innovation and use in the state while also allowing for the creation of a special blockchain dispute docket in the superior court. 

"With Governor Ayotte's signature on HB 639, New Hampshire has once again demonstrated that it intends to lead the nation in blockchain innovation," said New Hampshire Representative Keith Ammon, the bill’s primary sponsor, in a statement. 

“The Blockchain Basic Laws protect one of the most fundamental rights in the digital economy—the right of individuals to control their own digital assets through self-custody,” he added. “They also provide clear legal protections for blockchain developers, miners, validators, entrepreneurs, and businesses building the next generation of financial technology.”

The state’s latest blockchain legislation follows its passing of a strategic Bitcoin reserve last year. The bill, signed by Ayotte in May 2025, allows the state’s treasurer to invest up to 5% of its public funds in the leading crypto asset, alongside precious metals like gold and silver. 

Ammon, who played a key role in that bill’s passage, told Decrypt at the time it was “one little way our state could hedge against inflation in the future."

“Today, with the signing of HB 639, we have taken another major step by enacting one of the most comprehensive blockchain rights laws in the country,” he said in a statement. “Entrepreneurs, investors, developers, and innovators across America should know that New Hampshire is open for blockchain business."

Despite its advances, the state’s executive council last week blocked a proposal that would have allowed the New Hampshire Business Finance Authority to facilitate a Bitcoin-backed municipal bond.

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The US government just moved $288 million worth of Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime, the exchange’s institutional custody and trading arm. The deposits include crypto confiscated from three separate criminal cases: assets tied to Brian Krewson, the defunct BTC-e exchange, and Ryan Farace.

Where the crypto came from BTC-e was a cryptocurrency exchange seized by US authorities back in 2017 on money laundering charges. The platform was one of the earliest major exchanges to face a full government takedown, and forfeited assets from that case have been trickling through the legal system ever since.

Ryan Farace, along with his brother Joseph Farace, was involved in a drug trafficking operation that led to the forfeiture of over 4,000 BTC between 2018 and 2021. Ryan and Joseph were sentenced for their roles in 2023 and 2024, respectively.

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The government also made a smaller, related transfer of 2.44 BTC to Coinbase Prime addresses, suggesting this isn’t a one-off dump but part of a broader, methodical approach to managing its growing crypto inventory.

Why Coinbase Prime matters here Coinbase Prime is an institutional-grade platform built for large clients, including government agencies, that need custody services, over-the-counter trading, and structured liquidation capabilities.

The Department of Justice and the US Marshals Service have increasingly relied on regulated platforms like Coinbase to handle forfeited digital assets. The process typically works like this: assets are held in custody until all legal formalities surrounding forfeiture are completed, at which point they can be liquidated for the government’s benefit.

The use of Coinbase Prime specifically signals something worth noting. The government is choosing regulated, compliance-heavy infrastructure over ad hoc methods for managing these assets. That’s a far cry from the early days of federal crypto seizures, when the US Marshals Service literally auctioned off Silk Road Bitcoin in bulk lots to the highest bidder. Tim Draper famously bought nearly 30,000 BTC that way in 2014.

Market implications for Bitcoin and Ether holders Coinbase Prime facilitates OTC sales, which are specifically designed to minimize market impact. Large blocks of Bitcoin or Ether can be matched with institutional buyers directly, bypassing the public order book.

On-chain analytics firms can now track these government wallets in near real-time. Transparency means traders get advance warning of potential sales, but it also means every wallet movement gets amplified by social media and crypto news cycles.

Investors would be wise to monitor Coinbase Prime wallet activity and any subsequent announcements from the DOJ or US Marshals Service regarding auction schedules or liquidation timelines.

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XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) attorney John Deaton on Sunday said the SEC sued Ripple executives individually to force a faster settlement, calling it a deliberate intimidation campaign that reached their families.

How Far Did The SEC’s Intimidation Tactics Actually Go?Deaton argued on X that former SEC Chair Jay Clayton explicitly stated in a prior interview that suing individual executives, even in non-fraud cases, gives the government settlement leverage over the company.

“When the full weight and force of the United States Government comes after you, I don’t care who you are — it can be quite intimidating,” Deaton wrote. “That’s why Clayton did it.”

Prosecutors attempted to subpoena every credit card and bank statement belonging to Brad Garlinghouse and co-founder Chris Larsen, including records from their wives and family members, despite both executives having already handed over every XRP transaction ever made.

The judge shut that request down.

Deaton identified those same prosecutors as the team an appellate court later described as “arbitrary and capricious” and the same lawyers sanctioned in the Debt Box case for committing fraud upon the court. 

The SEC complaint was drafted in a fraud-like style despite the agency never alleging fraud, a tactic Deaton said was designed to pressure the defendants into settling.

The same team lied to the court, claiming Deaton had threatened to beat up SEC staff, and asked the court to bar him from serving as amicus counsel on behalf of 75,000 XRP holders.

However, Garlinghouse and Larsen refused to settle through all of it, winning the case with those 75,000 holders behind them.

From Delisted To Institutional: How XRP Survived The SECRipple fought through four years of litigation and roughly $150 million in legal fees. A federal judge ultimately ruled that XRP itself was not a security and that programmatic sales on exchanges did not constitute securities transactions. 

CEO Brad Garlinghouse revealed last week that Ripple had come close to shutting down entirely and distributing its XRP holdings to shareholders before choosing to fight.

Ripple has since secured licenses across multiple jurisdictions and expanded its U.S. operations, with banks actively building on its payments infrastructure.

XRP Price Update: Key Levels to WatchWhale activity on the XRP Ledger dropped sharply as crypto analyst Ali Charts noted on Monday.

Transactions worth more than $1 million fell from 70 over the past week to just 2 on Monday.

XRP is sitting below its 20-day EMA at $1.1044 and 50-day EMA at $1.1606.  Meanwhile, buyers have repeatedly defended the $1.03 to $1.05 support zone, but the falling trendline keeps producing lower highs.

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Board Initiates Search Process for Successor; Company Reiterates Fiscal 2027 Outlook

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA, BFB) today announced Lawson Whiting has decided to retire from his role as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective upon the appointment of a successor. The Brown-Forman Board of Directors has initiated a search pursuant to its succession process that will consider internal and external candidates. The process will be led by the Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee, which is chaired by Tracy Skeans. Whiting will remain available to serve in an advisory capacity for a period of time following the appointment of a successor to ensure business continuity and support a smooth handover.

“On behalf of the Board and the Brown family, I want to thank Lawson for his nearly 30 years of dedication to Brown-Forman,” said Marshall B. Farrer, Chairman of Brown-Forman. “Lawson has been a steadfast steward of founder George Garvin Brown’s vision – leading this company through an era of macro challenges and change with a clear and consistent vision for building the most premium portfolio in the industry and ensuring there was ‘Nothing Better in the Market.’ Under Lawson’s leadership, Jack Daniel's extended its presence into new international markets and categories, Woodford Reserve grew into the world’s leading super-premium American whiskey, and our founding brand, Old Forester, tripled in volume and increased net sales six-fold over the last decade. Today, Brown-Forman’s portfolio is one of the most respected in the global spirits industry. The Board is deeply grateful for his leadership and his commitment to the people and brands of Brown-Forman.”

Farrer added, “We appreciate Lawson giving us ample notice of his decision to retire, as it allows the Board the opportunity to conduct a robust review of both internal and external talent. As we begin our search pursuant to our succession process, we do so with confidence in our business, our people, and our opportunities to create long-term value for all Brown-Forman stakeholders. Lawson will continue to advance our strategic and operational priorities, including expanding our geographic footprint, building brands that resonate with consumers, and enhancing operational efficiency, while the Board conducts the succession process.”

“It has been the privilege of a lifetime to lead Brown-Forman,” said Lawson Whiting, President and Chief Executive Officer of Brown-Forman. “From my earliest days with the company to my time as CEO, my tenure has been defined by the extraordinary people I have worked alongside. We are entering this transition from a position of strength. Brown-Forman has principled leadership, a foundation of iconic brands, and a global team with immense depth and talent. I have every confidence that the succession process will surface the right leader for Brown-Forman’s next generation of growth, and I look forward to supporting a seamless handoff that ensures our momentum never wavers.”

Wolf Pen Branch, which represents a controlling interest in Brown-Forman said, “We appreciate Lawson’s leadership and three decades of dedicated service to Brown-Forman. We are confident in the competitive position and financial strength of the business and in the Board's process underway to identify the next CEO to capitalize on growth opportunities for Brown-Forman.”

Brown-Forman also reiterated today its fiscal 2027 outlook as disclosed on June 4, 2026.

About Brown-Forman Corporation:

Brown-Forman Corporation is a global leader in the spirits industry, responsibly building exceptional beverage alcohol brands for more than 155 years. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, we are guided by our founding promise, “Nothing Better in the Market.” Our premium portfolio includes the Jack Daniel’s Family of Brands, Woodford Reserve, Old Forester, New Mix, el Jimador, Herradura, The Glendronach, Glenglassaugh, Benriach, Diplomático Rum, Gin Mare, Fords Gin, Chambord, and Slane. With approximately 4,900 employees worldwide, we proudly share our passion for fine-quality spirits in more than 170 countries. Learn more at brown-forman.com and stay connected with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.

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Our substantial dependence upon the continued growth of the Jack Daniel’s family of brands Substantial competition from new entrants, consolidations by competitors and retailers, and other competitive activities, such as pricing actions (including price reductions, promotions, discounting, couponing, or free goods), marketing, category expansion, product introductions, or entry or expansion in our geographic markets or distribution networks Disruption of our distribution network or inventory fluctuations in our products by distributors, wholesalers, or retailers Risks from changes to the trade policies, tariffs, and import and export regulations of the United States or foreign governments and the effectiveness of our actions to mitigate the negative impact on our margins, sales, and/or distributors Changes in consumer preferences, consumption, or purchase patterns – particularly away from larger producers in favor of small distilleries or local producers, or away from brown spirits, our premium products, or spirits generally, and our ability to anticipate or react to them; further legalization of marijuana; bar, restaurant, travel, or other on-premise declines; shifts in demographic or health and wellness trends; or unfavorable consumer reaction to new products, line extensions, package changes, product reformulations, or other product innovation Route-to-consumer changes that affect the timing of our sales, temporarily disrupt the marketing or sale of our products, or result in higher fixed costs Production facility, aging warehouse, or supply chain disruption Imprecision in supply/demand forecasting Higher costs, lower quality, or unavailability of energy, water, raw materials, product ingredients, or labor Risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions, business partnerships, or investments – such as acquisition integration, termination difficulties or costs, or impairment in recorded value Unfavorable global or regional economic conditions and related economic slowdowns or recessions, low consumer confidence, high unemployment, weak credit or capital markets, budget deficits, burdensome government debt, austerity measures, higher interest rates, higher taxes, political instability, higher inflation, deflation, lower returns on pension assets, or lower discount rates for pension obligations Negative publicity related to our company, products, brands, marketing, executive leadership, employees, Board of Directors, family stockholders, operations, business performance, or prospects or risks relating to the increased risk of social media Product recalls or other product liability claims, product tampering, contamination, or quality issues Failure to attract or retain key executive or employee talent Impact of health epidemics and pandemics, and the risk of the resulting negative economic impacts and related governmental actions Risks associated with being a U.S.-based company with a global business, including commercial, political, and financial risks; local labor policies and conditions; compliance with local trade practices and other regulations; terrorism, kidnapping, extortion, or other types of violence; and health pandemics Failure to comply with anti-corruption laws, trade sanctions and restrictions, or similar laws or regulations Fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, particularly due to a stronger U.S. dollar A downgrade or potential downgrade of our credit ratings Changes in laws, regulatory measures, or governmental policies, especially those affecting production, importation, marketing, labeling, pricing, distribution, sale, or consumption of our beverage alcohol products Tax rate changes (including excise, corporate, sales or value-added taxes, property taxes, payroll taxes, import and export duties, and tariffs) or changes in related reserves, changes in tax rules or accounting standards, and the unpredictability and suddenness with which they can occur Decline in the social acceptability of beverage alcohol in significant markets Significant additional labeling or warning requirements or limitations on availability of our beverage alcohol products Counterfeiting and inadequate protection of our intellectual property rights Significant legal disputes and proceedings, or government investigations Cyberbreach or failure or corruption of our key information technology systems or those of our suppliers, customers, or direct and indirect business partners, or failure to comply with personal data protection laws Our status as a family “controlled company” under New York Stock Exchange rules, and our dual-class share structure For further information on these and other risks, please refer to our public filings, including the “Risk Factors” section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Action Aligns With Trex’s Stated Long Term Strategic Priority to Optimize our Channels for Growth

Trex Expands with SBP, the Largest and Fastest Growing Distributor of Specialty Building Products in North America

Preliminary Second Quarter Revenue of Approximately $418M, Above Guidance Range

Raising Full Year 2026 Guidance

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WINCHESTER, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Trex Company [NYSE: TREX], the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing and a leading brand of outdoor living products, today announced the realignment of its North American distribution network.

Specialty Building Products (SBP) will be Trex’s sole national distributor of decking and railing products across North America. In addition to SBP covering national distribution, Trex will also further expand its regional distribution footprint with WS Building Materials (formerly Snavely, Weekes, and Logan), Coastal Forest Products in New England and BlueLinx in the South Central region. These actions further align Trex’s distribution network with the number-one brand in decking and railing while streamlining access to products across key markets nationwide. As part of these distribution actions, Trex will transition away from Boise Cascade as a distributor of Trex products.

“Today’s announcement is a key step towards driving one of our five-stated priorities that define our path to long-term, durable profitable growth and increased shareholder value, namely - Optimize our Channels for Growth. The distribution channel has seen many changes over the last five years with significant consolidation of both distributors and dealers in the two-step channel. We expect the distribution landscape to continue evolving and are taking decisive proactive steps to ensure our products can best reach both the homeowner and the pro contractors across our geographies,” said Adam Zambanini, President and CEO of Trex Company.

“We shifted to SBP as our exclusive national distributor partner based on their dynamic service capabilities and relentless drive for long-term growth. SBP shares our vision for the future—from growth through innovation to the continued evolution of our distribution model,” said Zambanini. “With this expanded relationship, SBP will exclusively carry the breadth of Trex’s decking and railing products across its extensive distribution network.”

SBP is the largest and fastest growing distributor of specialty building products in North America. The company first began distributing Trex decking products in 2002 and has since become one of Trex’s largest and most impactful partners. With the acquisition of OrePac in 2025, SBP expanded its footprint to serve all of North America, providing Trex with unparalleled reach to consumers and contractors.

“This expansion of our relationship with Trex is a strategic milestone for SBP, further strengthening our alignment with Trex - the industry’s leading outdoor living brand,” said Jeff McLendon, CEO of Specialty Building Products. “Throughout our long, and highly successful relationship, Trex has consistently set the standard through innovation, market leadership, and execution. This strategic national distribution partnership builds on that strong foundation and positions us to accelerate our shared growth. Together with the Trex team, we are committed to an ambitious vision for expanding market share in this growing category while continuing to deliver exceptional value and service to our mutual customers.”

To further optimize its channel distribution network, Trex is also expanding its relationship with WS Building Materials, one of the largest regional distributors in the Midwest, MidAtlantic and southern United States. WS Building Materials will now support Trex across Wisconsin, Illinois, North Dakota, South Dakota, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, and Missouri.

“Over the past five years, WS Building Materials has consistently demonstrated that Trex is the number-one brand they want to represent,” said Zambanini. “They have steadily expanded Trex across their footprint and now distribute Trex products from all of their existing locations. WS Building Materials also has ambitious plans for continued growth, making them an ideal long-term distribution partner.”

“Trex has been a trusted, long-standing distribution partner to WS Building Materials, and we’re proud to expand that relationship through this expanded distribution alignment,” said Scott Gardner, President of WS Building Materials. “This next phase strengthens our ability to scale Trex’s industry-leading products across our network, expand into new markets, and deliver consistent, high-level service to our customers.”

Trex is also adding Coastal Forest Products as a regional distributor in New England supporting Trex throughout New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine.

“Coastal Forest Products has built a strong, respected brand throughout New England that complements the Trex brand extremely well,” said Zambanini. “This distribution relationship enhances our ability to serve dealers and contractors in the region as consumer demand for premium decking and railing continues to grow.”

“We’re thrilled to be joining forces with Trex,” said Pike Severance, President of Coastal Forest Products. “Their success to date has been impressive, and we are taking a meaningful step forward for both organizations. By combining our strengths with their proven foundation, we’re well positioned to scale that success, unlock new opportunities, deepen our impact with customers, and help shape what comes next for the market.”

Finally, Trex is expanding its distribution network in the South Central Region with BlueLinx, further strengthening coverage and service levels in this important market. BlueLinx will distribute Trex in Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky and parts of Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and West Virginia.

“We are excited to announce this new distribution agreement with BlueLinx,” said Zambanini. “Over the past two decades, they have established themselves as a major player within the South Central Region, and we are confident that adding their network of distribution in this important part of the country will continue to fuel Trex’s growth.”

"We appreciate the confidence that Trex has placed in BlueLinx to accelerate their growth strategy in the South Central Region," said Shyam Reddy, President and CEO of BlueLinx. "We are especially excited about offering Trex’s well-known specialty product lines to our customers in these fast-growing markets."

During the transition, Trex will work closely with all distribution partners to ensure uninterrupted product availability, including retail stocking and special orders through major home centers.

“Dual distribution in all major markets has been a key part of our winning strategy for several decades,” added Zambanini. “With SBP’s national coverage and our network of strong regional distribution partners, Trex will continue to be available from two of the top distributors wherever dealers, contractors, and consumers are making their purchase decisions.”

Q2 Results Above the High End of Range and Reiterate 2026 Guidance

“We anticipate second quarter sales to come in at approximately $418 million, above our guidance of $388 to $403 million with strong sell through driven by consumer demand across our channels and products. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be approximately $112 million. We are also increasing our full year guidance, shown in the table below, given our strong start to the year and continuing strong execution by the Trex team,” said Prith Gandhi, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

These preliminary results are estimates based on information available to management of Trex as of the date of this release and are subject to change upon completion of Trex’s standard closing procedures and review by its independent registered public accounting firm. As a result, there can be no assurance that Trex’s final results will not differ from these preliminary estimates. Trex has not provided a reconciliation of forward-looking Adjusted EBITDA to net income, the most directly comparable GAAP measure, because certain items required for such reconciliation are outside of Trex’s control and/or cannot be reasonably predicted without unreasonable efforts. The probable significance of these items cannot be determined at this time. See “Forward-Looking Statements” below for information on certain factors that could cause actual results to differ from these preliminary estimates.

Full Year 2026 Guidance

Low

High

Net sales

$1.215B

$1.250B

Adjusted EBITDA

$335M

$350M

Depreciation and amortization

~$85M

SG&A

~18% of net sales

Interest expense

$8M

$10M

Effective tax rate

25.5%

27.0%

CapEx

$100M

$120M

Conference Call & Webcast Information

Trex will hold a conference call on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET. To participate on the day of the call, dial 1-844-792-3734, or internationally 1-412-317-5126, approximately ten minutes before the call, and tell the operator you wish to join the Trex Company Conference Call.

A live webcast of the conference call will be available in the Investor Relations section of the Trex Company website at Investor Relations. For those who cannot listen to the live broadcast, an audio replay of the conference call will be available within 24 hours of the call on the Trex website. The audio replay will be available for 30 days.

Use of Non-GAAP Measures

The Company reports its financial results in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP). To supplement our consolidated financial statements reported on a GAAP basis, we provide the following non-GAAP financial measure, adjusted earnings before interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA). Management believes this non-GAAP financial measure provides investors with additional meaningful financial information that should be considered when assessing our underlying business performance and trends. Further, management believes this non-GAAP financial measure also enhances investors’ ability to compare period-to-period financial results. Non-GAAP financial measures should be viewed in addition to, and not as an alternative for, the Company’s reported results prepared in accordance with GAAP and are not meant to be considered superior to or a substitute for our GAAP results. Our non-GAAP financial measures do not represent a comprehensive basis of accounting. Therefore, our non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. A reconciliation of this non-GAAP financial measure to GAAP information is included below. Management uses these non-GAAP financial measures in making financial, operating, compensation and planning decisions and in evaluating the Company’s performance. Disclosing these non-GAAP financial measures allows investors and management to view our operating results excluding the impact of items that are not reflective of the underlying operating performance.

Non-GAAP Reconciliation Tables

    Trex Company, Inc. Three Months Ended
June 30, 2026 ($ in millions) Net Income $

61.9

Interest 2.3

Income taxes 22.0

Depreciation and amortization 19.4

Non-operating expenses 4.7

Arkansas start up 0.6

Digital transformation 1.1

Adjusted EBITDA $

112.0

About Trex Company

For more than 30 years, Trex Company [NYSE: TREX] has invented, reinvented and defined the composite decking category. Today, the company is the world’s #1 brand of sustainable, wood-alternative decking and railing, and a leader in high performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products. Boasting the industry’s strongest distribution network, Trex sells products through more than 6,700 retail outlets across six continents. Through strategic licensing agreements, the company offers a comprehensive outdoor living portfolio that includes deck drainage, flashing tapes, LED lighting, outdoor kitchen components, pergolas, spiral stairs, fencing, lattice, cornhole and outdoor furniture – all marketed under the Trex® brand. Based in Winchester, Va., Trex is proud to have been named America’s Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking^ for the past 6 years (2021-2026). The company also holds a place on Barron’s list of the 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies (2024 and 2025), was named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024 by Newsweek, ranked as one of the 100 Best ESG Companies by Investor’s Business Daily, and named the Sustainable Brand Leader in the decking category by Green Builder Media for the 16th consecutive year. For more information, visit Trex.com.

^Trex received the highest numerical score in the proprietary Lifestory Research 2021-2026 America’s Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking studies. Study results are based on experiences and perceptions of people surveyed. Your experiences may vary. Visit www.lifestoryresearch.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

The statements in this press release regarding the Company’s expected future performance and condition constitute “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. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company’s actual operating results to differ materially. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: risks associated with the realignment of the Company's distribution network, including potential disruption to product availability, loss of dealer or contractor relationships, and the ability of new or expanded distribution partners to perform as expected; the extent of market acceptance of the Company’s current and newly developed products, including fire-rated and PVC decking products; the costs associated with the development and launch of new products and the market acceptance of such new products; the sensitivity of the Company’s business to general economic conditions; the impact of seasonal and weather-related demand fluctuations on inventory levels in the distribution channel and sales of the Company’s products; the availability and cost of third-party transportation services for the Company’s products and raw materials; the Company’s ability to obtain raw materials, including scrap polyethylene, wood fiber, and other materials used in making our products, at acceptable prices; increasing inflation, oil prices, and tariffs in the macro-economic environment; the Company’s ability to maintain product quality and product performance at an acceptable cost; the Company’s ability to increase throughput and capacity to adequately match supply with demand; the level of expenses associated with warranty claims, product replacement and consumer relations expenses related to product quality; the highly competitive markets in which the Company operates; cyber-attacks, security breaches or other security vulnerabilities; the impact of current and upcoming data privacy laws and the EU General Data Protection Regulation and the related actual or potential costs and consequences; material adverse impacts from global public health pandemics and geopolitical conflicts, including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its potential effect on consumer confidence; risks associated with the Company’s digital transformation initiatives and related costs; risks associated with the startup, construction, and operational transition of the Company’s Arkansas facility; and material adverse impacts related to labor shortages or increases in labor costs. Documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission by the Company, including in particular its latest annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, discuss some of the important factors that could cause the Company’s actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Mizuho said Circle's final OCC approval for a national trust bank is a positive step but doesn't address the company's core challenges. The bank pointed to USDC's declining market capitalization since March as a key concern. The report also warned that Open USD, a new consortium-backed stablecoin, could accelerate competition and pressure Circle's business.Circle Internet Group's (CRCL) final approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to establish First National Digital Currency Bank is a positive milestone, but investors may be overestimating its significance, according to Japanese investment bank Mizuho.

"While a positive development, we believe the market reaction is likely overly optimistic, as this does not resolve fundamental issues that have been hurting the stock of recent," analysts led by Dan Dolev said in the Friday report.

Shares of the stablecoin issuer closed 5% higher on Friday following the news. The stock on Monday has given back most of those gains, trading 4.7% lower at $63.03 at publication time.

Mizuho reiterated its neutral rating, arguing that the regulatory approval does not resolve the fundamental issues weighing on the stock.

Those challenges include a decline in USDC's market capitalization since March 2026, which the bank said raises questions about the stablecoin's growth trajectory.

Circle's USDC stablecoin has faced headwinds in recent months, with its circulating supply falling by roughly $7 billion from its March peak to about $74 billion in July as redemptions outpaced new issuance. The contraction marks the largest monthly decline since 2022 and has raised concerns among analysts that slowing supply growth could weigh on the firm's transaction and reserve-income outlook, even as on-chain usage remains strong

The stablecoin market posted its largest monthly contraction in years in June, signaling an outflow of on-chain liquidity as crypto markets remained stuck near their 2026 lows.

The analysts also highlighted increasing competitive pressure from Open USD, a newly launched, GENIUS Act-compliant dollar-backed stablecoin developed by a consortium of more than 140 financial and technology companies, including Mastercard (MA), Stripe and Coinbase (COIN).

According to Mizuho, the emergence of consortium-backed stablecoins underscores the risk that the sector becomes increasingly commoditized, making it more difficult for Circle to sustain its competitive position despite securing a national trust bank charter.

"We remain on the sidelines," the report added.

Read more: Circle soars after securing U.S. trust bank approval in crypto expansion

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Dexcom G7 15 Day is the longest‑lasting and most accurate1-4 CGM system authorized by Health Canada, providing real-time glucose readings for an industry-leading 15.5 days5.

BURNABY, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dexcom, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXCM), the global leader in glucose biosensing, announced today that Health Canada has authorized the Dexcom G7 15 Day Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (CGM) for people 18 years and older living with diabetes.

Dexcom G7 15 Day is the longest‑lasting and most accurate1-4 CGM system authorized by Health Canada, providing real‑time glucose readings for an industry‑leading 15.5 days5. Building on the performance of Dexcom CGM which is clinically proven to lower A1C and increase time in range6-10, Dexcom G7 15 Day sets a new standard in CGM technology that’s easy to use, painless to insert* and requires fewer sensor changes per month.

Diabetes is a complex and challenging condition that affects more than four million Canadians11 and requires around-the-clock management of glucose levels and decision‑making to manage safely.

“Small improvements can make a meaningful difference for people living with diabetes. Dexcom G7 15 Day reflects our ongoing commitment to simpler, more seamless diabetes management,” said André Côté, Vice President and General Manager, Dexcom Canada.

New with Dexcom G7 15 Day:

Longest lasting CGM system with 15.5 days of wear.5 Best-in-class accuracy with an overall MARD of 8.0%.1-4 Easier glucose management with fewer monthly sensor changes and reduced waste. Dexcom G7 features included with Dexcom G7 15 Day:

The only waterproof† CGMs available Direct to Apple Watch‡ connectivity, so you can leave your phone behind and still see your glucose numbers. 12-hour grace period to replace finished sensors for a more seamless transition between sessions. Innovative and simple mobile app with Dexcom Clarity integration to easily view glucose patterns, trends and statistics for meaningful conversations with your healthcare provider.§ Ability to remotely share glucose numbers with caregivers and loved ones for added support and peace of mind. ||,12 Customizable alert settings for improved discretion and personalized diabetes management. While authorized by Health Canada, Dexcom G7 15 Day is not yet available for purchase. André Côté shares, “Our focus is on ensuring that when the product becomes available, Canadians living with diabetes and their healthcare providers have the support, education, and experience they need from day one. We look forward to sharing more details as we move closer to availability.”

Visit Dexcom.com to get started with Dexcom G7 today, and register your details to opt in and receive information when Dexcom G7 15 Day becomes available.

About Dexcom

Dexcom empowers people to take control of health through innovative biosensing technology. Founded in 1999, Dexcom has pioneered and set the standard in continuous glucose monitoring for more than 25 years. Its technology has transformed how people manage diabetes and track their glucose, helping them feel more in control and live more confidently.

Dexcom. Discover what you’re made of. For more information, visit www.dexcom.com.

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* 96% of patients reported mild/no pain.

† The Dexcom G7 Sensor is waterproof and may be submerged under eight feet of water for up to 24 hours without failure when properly installed.

‡ Smart devices sold separately. To view a list of compatible devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility. Compatible smartphone is required to pair a new Dexcom G7 sensor with a compatible Apple Watch.

§ An internet connection is required for users to send their glucose data to Dexcom Clarity via a compatible smart device: dexcom.com/compatibility. Healthcare providers will only be able to view a patient’s glucose data if the patient elects to share it with them through Dexcom Clarity.

|| Separate Dexcom Follow app and internet connection required. Users should always confirm readings on the Dexcom G7 app or receiver before making treatment decisions.

1 Garg SK, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2025;27(6):413-502.

2 Dexcom G7 15 Day User Guide.

3 FreeStyle Libre 3+ User Manual.

4 Medtronic Guardian Sensor User Guide.

5 Dexcom, Data on File, 2025.

6 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.

7 Beck RW, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.

8 Martens T, et al. JAMA. 2021;325(22):2262-2272.

9 Laffel LM, et al. JAMA. 2020;323(23):2388-2396.

10 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2024;18(1):143-147.

11 Diabetes Canada. Diabetes in Canada. https://www.diabetes.ca/advocacy-policies/advocacy-reports/national-and-provincial-backgrounders/diabetes-in-canada. Accessed May 7, 2026.

12 Polonsky WH, Fortmann AL. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2021;23(3):195-202.

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ARLINGTON, Va., July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fluence Energy, Inc. ("Fluence") (NASDAQ: FLNC), a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage systems, services, and asset optimization software, today announced an agreement with Avantus to provide its advanced Smartstack™ energy storage solution and turnkey Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for the Rexford 2 project.

Located in Tulare County, California, Rexford 2 will include a 200 MW / 800 MWh battery energy storage system paired with a solar facility. Once operational, the project is expected to deliver firm, on-demand capacity to the California grid, enough to power 84,000 Southern California homes with clean, reliable energy.

Fluence will deploy its 4-hour duration Smartstack system incorporating U.S. domestic content. The system will utilize Fluence’s network of partner manufacturing facilities in states including Utah, South Carolina, and Texas, where key components such as battery cells, modules, enclosures, and thermal management systems are produced. By drawing on this U.S.-based manufacturing network, the project will support the continued advancement of domestically produced energy storage technology.

“Delivering a project of this magnitude requires deep expertise to help ensure long-term performance. By combining our end-to-end EPC capabilities with our advanced, U.S.-built Smartstack solution, we are streamlining deployment for Avantus,” said John Zahurancik, Chief Customer Success Officer at Fluence. “We are proud to leverage our proven track record to build a highly reliable and flexible power foundation for California’s energy future.”

“Providing affordable, reliable clean energy solutions at scale requires the right partners. Our work with Fluence on Rexford 2 will strengthen the grid, build domestic supply chains, and bring much-needed energy capacity to California,” said Tony Frontino, Executive Vice President of Strategic Sourcing and Asset Management at Avantus.

Rexford 2 is expected to create more than 500 union jobs at peak construction, in addition to permanent local operations roles. The project is projected to generate hundreds of millions of dollars in local tax revenue for Tulare County, supporting public services and infrastructure. Additionally, Rexford 2 will be constructed on previously disturbed land, minimizing environmental impacts.

Construction is expected to begin in 2027, and the project is targeted to reach commercial operation in late 2028.

About Fluence  
Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. The company's solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid, from powering the next generation of AI-driven data centers to unlocking the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of projects successfully contracted, deployed, and under management across nearly 50 markets, the company is transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future.

For more information, visit our website, or follow us on LinkedIn or X. To stay up to date on the latest industry insights, sign up for Fluence's Full Potential Blog.  

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The statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the anticipated operational performance of the Rexford 2 project, including capacity, projected construction and commercial operation timelines, expected impact of these projects on the local economy, including local labor force, tax revenue, public services and infrastructure, and environment, de-risking expectations, and statements regarding beliefs, assumptions, prospects, plans, and objectives of management. Such statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. When used in this press release, words such as "may," "possible," "will," "should," "expects," "plans," "anticipates," "could," "intends," "targets," "projects," "contemplates," "commits", "believes," "estimates," "predicts," "potential," or "continue," or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions and variations thereof and similar words and expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking.

The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on our current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments, as well as a number of assumptions concerning future events, and their potential effects on our business. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance, and there can be no assurance that future developments affecting our business will be those that we have anticipated. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond our control) or other assumptions that may cause actual results or performance to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, which include, but are not limited to, severe weather events impacting the project and timelines, changes to the regulatory environment in the United States and/or California, general economic conditions, the potential for political, social, or economic unrest, terrorism, hostilities or war, unforeseen circumstances outside of Fluence’s control which may cause the energy storage system to not perform as anticipated, and such factors set forth under Item 1A."Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on November 29 2025, and in other filings we make with the SEC from time to time. New risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time and it is not possible for us to predict all such risk factors, nor can we assess the effect of all such risk factors on our business or the extent to which any factor or combination of factors may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements made in this press release. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of the particular statement, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that occur, or which we become aware of, after the date hereof, except as otherwise may be required by law.

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Japanese yen volatility has returned as traders unwind record short positions ahead of US CPI. With USD/JPY testing major resistance below 163 and intervention risks lingering, futures positioning suggests gains may become harder to come by. Here are the key USD/JPY and AUD/JPY trade setups to watch.

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Yen Bears Capitulate, US Dollar Nearing Sentiment Extreme? | COT report Australian Dollar Outlook: AUD/USD Bounce Losing Steam Ahead of US CPI Gold Price Outlook: Bulls Weigh the Odds of Another Bounce Above $4,000 How to Read the COT Report to Track Forex Market Sentiment Japanese Yen Short Covering Puts USD/JPY at a Critical Juncture Japanese Yen Volatility Returns Ahead of US CPI Volatility has perked up for the Japanese yen over the past few weeks, and it has cut both ways. A market-led selloff heading into the 2 July non-farm payrolls (NFP) report saw USD/JPY fall by as much as 200 pips before recouping those losses over the following four days. On Friday, USD/JPY fell more than 100 pips on reports that Japan's largest pension fund had been instructed to purchase domestic assets.

This is quite a significant development because it suggests Japan is exploring alternative ways of supporting the yen besides traditional currency intervention. It could prove a shrewd approach, allowing policymakers to avoid swimming against the tide while the Federal Reserve maintains a hawkish stance and US economic data continues to outperform.

Source: ICE, TradingView

Yen Gains May Be Harder to Come By I think the bigger takeaway is that easy gains on USD/JPY may be harder to come by, but that is not the same as saying the pair cannot move higher. The combination of traders remaining wary of potential intervention, alongside efforts to support the yen without directly intervening, could allow USD/JPY to grind higher while keeping volatility elevated. Put another way, the broader uptrend may remain intact, but traders should expect more frequent bouts of two-way price action.

With USD/JPY testing resistance ahead of today's US inflation report, traders are on high alert for either a bullish breakout or a sharp reversal. Markets continue to price in a hawkish Fed, so it may not take much of a downside CPI surprise to shake the market from these elevated levels, particularly as Japanese yen bears continue to capitulate in the futures market.

Japanese Yen Futures Positioning: USD/JPY COT Report I have been warning for several weeks about the potential sentiment extreme in Japanese yen futures. Gross short positions had climbed to record highs among both asset managers and large speculators, while long positions also edged higher despite the yen's persistent downtrend (USD/JPY uptrend). That pushed net-short exposure close to two-year highs for both groups of traders.

However, the latest Commitment of Traders (COT) report showed a clear reduction in bearish positioning last week. Gross short exposure was cut by a combined 48.8k contracts across both trader groups, falling 11.6% among large speculators and 12.7% among asset managers. Long positions increased only marginally, making this a story of short covering rather than fresh bullish conviction.

The conditions are not yet in place for a sustained yen rally, but if bearish traders continue heading for the exit, gains on USD/JPY may become harder to come by than they have been over recent months.

Source: CFTC (COT), CME, LSEG

USD/JPY Technical Analysis: US Dollar vs Japanese Yen The 1-hour chart shows a decent uptrend from Monday's low. Prices are testing the weekly R1 pivot point while remaining above their daily, weekly and monthly VWAPs. We could see an early breakout attempt during today's session towards the cycle highs, although traders should note the July VPOC at 162.69, which aligns with last week's high and could provide resistance.

Bulls may also want to tread carefully around the cycle highs and take note of the pre-NFP price action, as it could trigger another pre-emptive pullback. Even so, several support levels are clustered around 162, including the 2024 high, the weekly pivot point and Monday's VPOC.

It could then come down to the US inflation report to determine whether we see a meaningful breakout or a deeper pullback. While a hot CPI report could tempt bulls to push above 163, I suspect the bigger move may come from a softer-than-expected print. That could see USD/JPY rotate lower within its recent choppy range between 160 and 162.50.

Ultimately, I suspect CPI will need to surprise decisively to the upside for any breakout above 163 to prove sustainable.

Source: ICE, TradingView

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AUD/JPY Technical Analysis: Australian Dollar vs Japanese Yen Compared with USD/JPY, volatility remains lower on AUD/JPY. Yet it has caught my attention because it presents several clusters of support and resistance that could provide attractive trading setups. It also partially removes some of the event risk associated with the US inflation report.

The daily chart shows prices oscillating between the 50-day and 100-day EMAs. Momentum has turned slightly lower from last week's high and monthly pivot point, while Monday's shooting star signals a failed attempt to retest Friday's doji high.

Even if prices spike above last week's high, the June VPOC sits at 113.09 and could provide resistance, followed by the May VPOC at 113.48. While 112 may offer initial support, a break below that level brings the 100-day EMA into focus, near the Ministry of Finance (MOF) intervention low.

Source: ICE, TradingView

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COLMAR, Pa., July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dorman Products, Inc. (the “Company” or “Dorman”) (NASDAQ: DORM) will report its financial results for the second quarter ended June 27, 2026, after the close of the market on August 3, 2026.

Dorman is scheduled to conduct a conference call to discuss its second quarter 2026 financial results on August 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. ET. The conference call can be accessed by dialing (800) 420-1459 within the U.S. or +1 (203) 518-9861 outside the U.S. When prompted, enter the conference ID “DORMQ226”. A live audio webcast, along with the accompanying presentation materials, can be accessed on the Company’s Investor Relations website at investors.dormanproducts.com. A replay of the webcast will be made available on the website shortly after the conclusion of the call.

About Dorman Products

Dorman gives professionals, enthusiasts, and owners greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability.

Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of products covering cars, trucks, and specialty vehicles, from chassis to body, from underhood to undercarriage, and from hardware to complex electronics.

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Aave has selected Chainlink’s Cross Chain Interoperability Protocol as the default infrastructure for cross chain activity across its ecosystem, expanding the integration to cover the Aave App and Stable Vaults.

CCIP already supports transfers of Aave’s GHO stablecoin and cross chain governance through the Aave Delivery Infrastructure, known as a.DI. The system will now also handle the Aave App’s cross chain operations, including deposits, withdrawals, vault rebalancing, yield optimization, and asset transfers.

The Aave App uses Stable Vaults to move deposits and optimize yield across Ethereum, Base, and Arbitrum. CCIP will process those actions in the background, removing the need for users to manually bridge assets before depositing them into another network.

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Aave Labs introduced Stable Vaults as an infrastructure product that allows businesses to add fixed rate stablecoin yield to their own applications. The same vault technology already powers savings products inside the Aave App.

GHO and Savings GHO also use CCIP through Chainlink’s Cross Chain Token standard. GHO is currently available across eight networks, with CCIP providing a shared system for moving the stablecoin between supported chains.

The system uses a lock and mint model when moving GHO from Ethereum to supported layer 2 networks. For transfers between other networks, CCIP can use a burn and mint structure designed to preserve GHO’s total supply and fungibility.

Aave governance uses the same infrastructure through a.DI, which allows proposals approved on Ethereum to be executed across other networks where the protocol operates.

The expanded integration gives Aave one system for handling token transfers and the instructions attached to them. This allows actions such as deposits, withdrawals, vault reallocations, and governance executions to move data and assets together instead of relying on separate infrastructure for each operation.

Aave said the decision builds on its existing relationship with Chainlink. Chainlink Data Feeds have served as the protocol’s oracle infrastructure since January 2020, while CCIP operates through the same broader decentralized oracle network.

Each CCIP bridge lane used by Aave is supported by at least 16 independent node operators distributed across different organizations, locations, and infrastructure providers. The system also applies rate limits that restrict the amount of value that can move between networks during abnormal conditions.

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Robinhood Chain auction listings will now surface directly in the Uniswap Web App, where users can launch, browse, bid and claim tokens in one place.

Uniswap said its Continuous Clearing Auctions, known as CCA, and Uniswap Auctions tool are now live on Robinhood Chain, letting teams run fully onchain token sales on the network.

The official Uniswap account said the launch lets teams "run fully onchain token auctions," "discover a credible market price" and "bootstrap liquidity on Uniswap v4," the protocol's latest exchange version.

As part of the rollout, Robinhood Chain auctions will now be listed inside the Uniswap Web App rather than a separate interface. Uniswap said users will be able to "launch, browse, bid, and claim all in one place" once a project sets up an auction on the chain.

A companion post from Uniswap's blog said teams can configure and launch an auction directly from the web app, with CCA functioning as the protocol's liquidity bootstrapping mechanism, running price discovery over multiple blocks before tokens move to a Uniswap v4 pool.

The integration extends Uniswap's no-code auction tool launched last month to Robinhood's own network, which went live with its mainnet in early July and has since seen surging activity tied to memecoin trading.

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - July 13, 2026) - IAMGOLD Corporation (TSX: IMG) (NYSE: IAG) ("IAMGOLD" or the "Company") is pleased to announce it plans to release its second quarter 2026 operating and financial results after market hours on Thursday, Aug 6, 2026. Senior management will host a conference call to discuss the operating performance and financial results on Friday, Aug 7, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. (Eastern Time).

Listeners may access the conference call via webcast from the events section of the Company's website at www.iamgold.com (webcast link below), or through the following options:

Pre-register via: Chorus Call IAMGOLD Q2 2026 Registration (recommended) – Upon registering, you will receive a calendar booking by email with dial-in details and unique PIN. This process will bypass the operator and avoid the queue.
Toll free (North America): 1 (833) 752-3518
International: 1 (647) 846-8209
Webcast: https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=qnpPqCfg

An online archive of the webcast will be available by accessing the Company's website at www.iamgold.com. A telephone replay will be available for one month following the call by dialing toll free 1 (855) 669-9658 within North America or 1 (412) 317-0088 from international locations and entering the passcode: 7277160.

About IAMGOLD

IAMGOLD is an intermediate gold producer and developer based in Canada with operating mines in North America and West Africa, including Côté Gold (Canada), Westwood (Canada) and Essakane (Burkina Faso). The Côté Gold Mine is among the largest gold mines in production in Canada, which IAMGOLD operates in a 70|30 partnership with Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. In addition, the Company has an established portfolio of early stage and advanced exploration projects within high potential mining districts, including the large-scale Nelligan Mining Complex located in Quebec, Canada. IAMGOLD employs approximately 3,700 people and is committed to maintaining its culture of accountable mining through high standards of Environmental, Social and Governance practices. IAMGOLD is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: IAG) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: IMG).

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Paul Hennessy to Step Down as Chief Executive Officer and Board Member; Rik Powell Appointed as Interim CEO 

, /PRNewswire/ -- Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE: SSTK) (the "Company"), a family of brands delivering scalable creative and GenAI solutions to help customers fuel great work, today announced that Paul Hennessy has stepped down as the Company's Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. The Board has appointed Rik Powell, the Company's Chief Financial Officer, to serve as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Powell has served as the Company's Chief Financial Officer since November 2024 and started with the Company in June 2024 as Senior Vice President, Finance and Investor Relations. He will continue to serve as the Company's CFO during this transition.

The Company is grateful for Paul Hennessy's contributions to Shutterstock over the last 4 years as CEO and for the 11 years he has been a member of the Board of Directors. As is true across the technology industry, leadership evolution is critical to innovation and growth. The Board has full confidence in the Shutterstock leadership team to champion the business through its next chapter and believes Rik Powell is well equipped to serve as Interim CEO/CFO while the Board commences a process to identify the Company's next permanent Chief Executive Officer.

To facilitate a seamless leadership transition, Hennessy will remain with the Company in a non-executive advisory capacity through August 7, 2026. The Board is also planning to engage a strategic advisor to assist the Company in formulating its go-forward strategy.

The Company's second quarter 2026 earnings results call is currently scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 8:30am ET.

ABOUT SHUTTERSTOCK
Shutterstock is in the business of turning ideas into impact. Powered by a global network of millions of creators and our cutting-edge technology, we provide businesses, creatives, and brand leaders with the essential, universal ingredients to make their work more effective. Shutterstock offers access to one of the world's largest and most diverse collections of high-quality licensable assets, specialized training datasets, evaluation tools, and end-to-end strategic partnerships for the full model training lifecycle, as well as advertising and distribution solutions, exclusive editorial content, and full-service studio production—delivering unparalleled resources to fuel great work.

Discover our impact at www.shutterstock.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook and YouTube.

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Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. (CHCI - Free Report) continues to strengthen the tenant mix at its flagship Reston Station development with the addition of Virtualitics, an AI-powered decision intelligence solutions provider. The company has signed a lease for a 3,000-square-foot office in Reston Station. 

Pasadena, CA-based Virtualitics develops artificial intelligence applications that help enterprise and government organizations transform complex data into actionable insights.

Reston Station Gains Another Technology TenantThe latest lease reinforces Reston Station's position as a premier mixed-use destination for technology companies seeking modern office space with convenient access to transportation and lifestyle amenities. As demand shifts toward premium, transit-oriented workplaces with integrated lifestyle amenities, Reston Station continues to benefit from its strategic location and diversified tenant base.

Comstock continues to attract businesses looking for well-connected workplaces that support employee recruitment and long-term growth.

A Strategic Asset in Comstock's PortfolioReston Station remains one of the Mid-Atlantic region's largest mixed-use, transit-oriented developments. Spread across approximately 90 acres around the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station, the property houses several Trophy-Class office buildings occupied by leading companies, including Google, Booz Allen Hamilton, ICF International and CARFAX.

Beyond office space, the development offers luxury residential towers, Virginia's first JW Marriott hotel and residences, along with a wide range of dining, retail and wellness options. The upcoming opening of Ebbitt House, the first expansion of Washington, D.C.'s iconic Old Ebbitt Grill brand, is expected to further enhance the property's appeal.

Why it MattersThe recent move is expected to pave the way for Comstock's expansion in Northern Virginia, a region known for its strong technology ecosystem and government contracting workforce. It is likely to boost CHCI’s revenues by generating additional rental income and supporting higher occupancy at Reston Station.

Google maintained steady user and traffic growth in June while rivals Claude and Gemini extended sharp gains, according to a new note from Bank of America.

BofA reiterated its Buy rating on Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG), pointing to comments from Google executives describing an "expansionary moment" for Search that could support continued strength into 2026.

Global daily active users on Google's app rose 1% month-over-month to 2.2 billion in June, per Sensor Tower data cited in the note. ChatGPT held flat at 440 million daily users, while Gemini climbed 7% to 118 million and Claude gained 9% to 18 million.

Gemini added 8 million daily users during the month, more than any other AI app tracked, followed by ChatGPT and Claude, which each added 2 million. Meta AI lost about 200,000 daily users over the same period.

Web traffic data from Similarweb showed a similar pattern. Global daily visits to Google were up 4% year-over-year to 2.8 billion in June, while ChatGPT's web traffic was flat year-over-year at 179 million visits. Gemini's web visits surged 341% year-over-year and Claude's rose 736%, though both remain far smaller in absolute terms than Google or ChatGPT. Meta AI's web visits rose 98% year-over-year.

In the US specifically, Google web visits rose 3% year-over-year to 535 million, while ChatGPT's US visits climbed 19% year-over-year to 31 million, equivalent to roughly 6% of Google's US traffic.

Search market share data from Statcounter showed Google's global share up 79 basis points month-over-month and 171 basis points year-over-year, reaching 91.3%. Bing's global share ticked up 30 basis points month-over-month to 4.7%. In the US, Google's search share rose 86 basis points month-over-month to 86.7%.

BofA said the combination of stable Google traffic and strong ecommerce volumes in the second quarter points to potential upside to Street estimates for Search. The bank flagged new AI-driven ad formats and agentic search features announced at Google's I/O conference, along with broader rollout of Gemini 3.5 Pro, as potential catalysts. Risks cited included Alphabet's relatively elevated valuation compared with its recent history, OpenAI's advertising ramp, and emerging competition from new models.

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NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA | NVDA Price Prediction) just reported quarterly net income of $58.32 billion, up 210.63% year over year, for the fiscal first quarter of 2027 ended in the period reported on May 20, 2026. Over the trailing 12 months, Nvidia has now brought in more than $250 billion (a quarter trillion dollars), making its current valuation, at its current run rate, seem more than reasonable.

That said, the number I think more investors may pay attention to is NVIDIA’s operating profit, which more than tripled in twelve months. That tripling comes at a scale that already dwarfs the annual earnings of most companies in the S&P 500.

That figure represents reported GAAP net income for a single three-month period, straight from the filing.

What It Means A tripling of profit at a company already generating tens of billions per quarter tells you the AI infrastructure cycle is still compounding. Revenue for the quarter came in at $81.61 billion, up 85.2% year over year, beating the $79.12 billion consensus by 3.16%. Operating income of $53.54 billion rose 147.42%, and non-GAAP gross margin widened to 75.0% from 60.8% a year earlier.

The engine behind the number is NVIDIA’s data center segment. This business alone brought in more than $75 billion of revenue (up 92% year over year), with data center networking alone at $14.8 billion, up 199%. Free cash flow reached $48.55 billion for the quarter, and that’s what companies are ultimately valued off of.

The bottom line is that NVIDIA’s profitability is now scaling faster than its revenue, which is what margin expansion at hyperscale looks like.

Market Reaction Shares closed at $221.54 on the filing day of May 20, 2026, up from $195.95 at the prior quarter’s filing on February 25, 2026. The stock has since drifted lower, down nearly 12% over the past month and off 2.35% on the current session at $192.94. Year to date, NVDA is still up 6.07%, and one-year return sits at 29.05%. Over five years, the stock has returned 867.71%.

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Bull Case The forward setup is where this gets interesting for long-term holders. Management guided fiscal Q2 2027 revenue to $91.0 billion, plus or minus 2%, with non-GAAP gross margin held at 75.0%. That guidance excludes any China data center compute revenue, meaning the number assumes zero contribution from a market that used to be material. Any thaw is pure upside.

Capital return has finally caught up with the earnings power. The board raised the quarterly dividend from $0.01 to $0.25 per share and authorized an additional $80.0 billion in buybacks, on top of $38.5 billion remaining under the prior authorization. Roughly $20.0 billion was returned to shareholders in the quarter. Supply commitments of $119.0 billion underwrite the Blackwell 300 ramp and the newly announced Vera Rubin platform.

Valuation is the counterweight. The chip giant’s forward P/E stands at 23x, PEG at 0.616, with analyst consensus target at $301.62 and 48 Buy ratings against 1 Sell. CEO Jensen Huang framed the setup bluntly: “The buildout of AI factories, the largest infrastructure expansion in human history, is accelerating at extraordinary speed.”

Bottom Line A 210.63% jump in quarterly net income at a company with a $4.67 trillion market cap is the kind of earnings report that reframes the narrative for retirement-focused holders: the mega-cap earnings base is still compounding.

With forward guidance of $91.0 billion in Q2 revenue, an $80.0 billion buyback authorization, and a 25-fold dividend hike, NVIDIA is signaling that the AI cycle it powers has years of runway left. The stock has cooled off its peak, trading below its 50-day moving average of $209.90 and closer to its 200-day at $190.94. For long-term investors, the profit line is doing the talking. The next test comes when fiscal Q2 2027 results land.

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Jefferies has upgraded Shopify Inc (TSX:SH., NYSE:SHOP) to Buy from Hold and bumped its price target up to $160, pointing to strong early signs for the second quarter, a reworked partner program, and what it thinks is a price increase on the way.

The firm's 2026 earnings-per-share estimates come in at $0.36 for Q1, $0.37 for Q2, $0.44 for Q3 and $0.61 for Q4, adding up to $1.78 for the full year.

Jefferies has been tracking web traffic to shop.app subdomains and found it lines up closely with GMV, a 94% correlation going back to early 2023.

Even factoring in a steady drop in GMV per visit and typical seasonal softness quarter over quarter, the firm thinks Shopify could beat the Street's call for 27% GMV growth in Q2.

The firm also likes changes coming to Shopify's partner commission structure in August, which tie payouts more directly to the value partners actually create on the platform. Jefferies thinks that pushes partners toward landing bigger merchants, sticking around to help them succeed after launch, and paying more attention to things like B2B, POS and Shopify Components, rather than coasting on recurring commissions.

Then there's pricing. Shopify hasn't touched its non-Plus pricing since a 33-34% hike in 2023, and Plus pricing has been flat since a 25% increase in 2024. Since then, the company has added a bunch of new features, including its Sidekick AI assistant, and has been eating the cost of running it.

Jefferies figures that with more merchants actually using and getting value out of Sidekick, Shopify is in a good spot to raise prices again. Management has not committed to anything specific, but Jefferies thinks it's coming. A hike similar to the 2023 move would be small change for any individual merchant, but Jefferies estimates it could add 3-4% to its 2027 revenue numbers, and most of that would flow straight to profit.

On the agentic commerce side, Jefferies stuck with its long-standing view that Shopify is well placed to be the backbone for merchants as AI agents start doing more of the shopping on customers' behalf. The firm sees this as a modest but steady tailwind for GMV over the next few years.

Resources Investor Relations Journalists Agencies Client Login Send a Release News Products Contact , /PRNewswire/ -- The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) will issue its fourth-quarter and fiscal year 2026 results on August 3, 2026. Timing for the announcement will be as follows:

1:15 p.m. PT / 4:15 p.m. ET: Press release and prepared management remarks posted on the company's website 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET: Live Q&A audio webcast for analysts with Chair and CEO Linda Rendle and Chief Financial Officer Luc Bellet Links to the webcast, press release and prepared remarks can be found at Clorox quarterly results.

About The Clorox Company
The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) champions people to be well and thrive every single day. Headquartered in Oakland, California since 1913, Clorox integrates sustainability into how it does business. Driven by consumer-centric innovation, the company is committed to delivering clearly superior experiences through its trusted brands including Brita®, Burt's Bees®, Clorox®, Fresh Step®, Glad®, Hidden Valley®, Kingsford®, Liquid-Plumr®, Pine-Sol® and Purell® as well as international brands such as Chux®, Clorinda® and Poett®. Visit thecloroxcompany.com to learn more.   

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Realty Income Corporation (Realty Income, NYSE: O) (the "Company"), The Monthly Dividend Company®, announced that it has closed on the recast and expansion of its $5.5 billion multicurrency unsecured revolving credit facilities, upsized from the prior $4.0 billion capacity. In addition, the Company also announced an expanded combined capacity of $5.5 billion for its global commercial paper programs, upsized from the prior $3.0 billion combined capacity.

"Access to efficiently priced capital has long been a competitive advantage for Realty Income, and the increased borrowing capacity enhances our financial flexibility to execute on our strategy and pursue accretive growth opportunities. We are grateful for the continued support of our lending partners," said Jonathan Pong, Realty Income's Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.

$5.5 Billion Revolving Credit Facilities

Realty Income's revolving credit facilities provide for updated capacity of $5.5 billion with an accordion expansion feature up to $6.5 billion, which is subject to obtaining lender commitments. The revolving credit facilities are bifurcated into two $2.75 billion tranches, which initially mature on April 29, 2029 and July 10, 2030 respectively, before giving effect to two six-month extension options for each facility. Pursuant to the terms of the revolving credit facilities, the Company's current A3 / A- credit ratings provide for a borrowing rate of 67.5 basis points over SOFR for U.S. Dollar borrowings, with a facility commitment fee of 12.5 basis points, for all-in drawn pricing of 80 basis points over SOFR, a reduction of 5.0 basis points from the prior revolving credit facilities.

A total of 26 lenders are participating in the Realty Income revolving credit facilities, including Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as the Administrative Agent. Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., BofA Securities, Inc., Mizuho Bank, Ltd., and TD Bank, N.A. are serving as Joint Bookrunners.

$5.5 Billion Commercial Paper Programs

In conjunction with the closing of the updated revolving credit facilities, Realty Income also expanded its global unsecured commercial paper programs to a total combined capacity of $5.5 billion, including an upsized $2.75 billion U.S. commercial paper program and $2.75 billion European commercial paper program. The notes will be sold under customary terms in the United States and European commercial paper note markets, respectively, and will rank pari passu with all of the Company's other unsecured senior indebtedness, including the Company's outstanding senior notes and borrowings under the Company's multicurrency revolving credit facilities. The Company expects to use its $5.5 billion multicurrency revolving credit facilities as a liquidity backstop for the repayment of notes issued under the programs.

The notes to be offered under the U.S. and European commercial paper programs have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the notes under the Company's commercial paper programs.

About Realty Income

Realty Income (NYSE: O), an S&P 500 company, is real estate partner to the world's leading companies®. Founded in 1969, we serve our clients as a full-service real estate capital provider. As of March 31, 2026, we have a portfolio of over 15,500 properties in all 50 U.S. states, the U.K., and eight other countries in Europe. We are known as "The Monthly Dividend Company®" and have a mission to invest in people and places to deliver dependable monthly dividends that increase over time. Since our founding, we have declared 673 consecutive monthly dividends and are a member of the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats® index for having increased our dividend for over 31 consecutive years. Additional information about the Company can be found at www.realtyincome.com.

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