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

Shares of this oil and gas exploration and production company have returned -10.7% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -1.4% change. The Zacks Oil and Gas - Integrated - United States industry, to which Occidental belongs, has lost 11.1% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?

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

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

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

For the current quarter, Occidental is expected to post earnings of $1.89 per share, indicating a change of +384.6% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed +24.7% over the last 30 days.

For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $5.79 points to a change of +162% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has changed +8.5%.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $4.29 indicates a change of -25.8% from what Occidental is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed +17.9%.

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

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

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

In the case of Occidental, the consensus sales estimate of $7.23 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +12%. The $26.35 billion and $24.47 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +3.6% and -7.1%, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryOccidental reported revenues of $5.11 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of -25.3%. EPS of $1.06 for the same period compares with $0.87 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.5 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of -7.03%. The EPS surprise was +63.08%.

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

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

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

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

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

Bottom LineThe facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it's worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Occidental. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.

Key Takeaways Abbott faces Diagnostics weakness, China uncertainty and EPS dilution from the Exact Sciences deal.DXCM is expanding CGM adoption through new products, broader coverage and global market growth.DXCM reiterated 2026 revenue growth guidance of 11%-13% and expects wider G7 15 Day adoption. With the rising prevalence of diabetes worldwide, the demand for more efficient and real-time glucose monitoring solutions has intensified. Abbott (ABT - Free Report) and DexCom (DXCM - Free Report) are among the leading players in the continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device market, valued at $13.4 billion in 2025 by Grand View Research.

Healthcare giant Abbott’s businesses span cardiovascular care, diagnostic testing, nutrition, pain and movement disorders, with Diabetes Care being a consistent top-line driver for the past several quarters. On the other hand, DexCom is a pure-play CGM company whose target market consists mainly of people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes using insulin therapy, as well as certain non-insulin users who struggle with hypoglycemia.

Here’s a closer look at both companies to determine which stock offers the more compelling investment opportunity today. 

The Case for Abbott

Abbott’s flagship, sensor-based CGM system, FreeStyle Libre, has quickly established global leadership across both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. CGM sales reached $2 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up 7.5% year over year, though growth was affected by a delay in an international tender renewal and a difficult prior-year comparison tied to shelf restocking dynamics. CGM growth is forecasted to return to double-digits in the second quarter.

Abbott’s CEO also remains bullish on the long-term CGM opportunity, estimating that 70-80 million people globally should be using CGMs compared with the current market of roughly 10-12 million users. Recently, the company secured CE Mark for the first-ever dual glucose-ketone sensing technology for people with diabetes, branded as Libre Duo and Libre Duo 10 Day.  The systems continuously measure glucose and ketone levels every minute and will integrate with the Libre digital health ecosystem.

Beyond Diabetes Care, Abbott’s Core Lab Diagnostics business is seeing robust demand across the United States, Europe and Latin America. However, Core Lab trends were flat in China, with the company continuing to expect a weaker market for the full year despite lapping prior pricing actions.

The March 2026 acquisition of Exact Sciences added a Cancer Diagnostics business, expanding presence in one of the fastest-growing areas of healthcare. Even so, the deal introduces a $0.20 dilution to the 2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $5.38 to $5.58.

Abbott’s Rapid and Molecular Diagnostics business suffered from lower demand for respiratory virus testing due to a much weaker respiratory season compared to last year. Management is taking a cautious view and is not assuming the shortfall will recover later in the year. The Established Pharmaceuticals Division benefits from branded generics positions in faster-growing geographies. Abbott is focused on restoring a healthier balance between price and volume over time in Nutrition, while its Medical Devices segment is gaining from scale advantages and new product cycles across the franchises.

Take a look at how analysts are projecting Abbott’s bottom line.

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The Case for DexCom

DexCom is benefitting from broader access to its CGM product portfolio, continued active base growth and new product launches. The company has partnered with several insulin delivery systems manufacturers to integrate its CGM products, with more than one million CGM users now connected to an automated insulin delivery (AID) system worldwide.

Internationally, DexCom’s 2026 first-quarter growth was widespread across core markets, with notable strong performance in countries such as France and Canada, where access has recently expanded. Management outlined a targeted international strategy aimed at gaining share through reimbursement progress and a portfolio tailored to local channels, including DexCom One+ in Europe. 

In the quarter, DexCom made an expanded rollout of the G7 15 Day sensor across all U.S. channels. The platform is now available with all U.S. pump partners, helping minimize friction for AID users who upgrade within the installed base. DexCom expects nearly 50% conversion of the U.S. base to the 15-day sensor by year-end 2026, with an international launch expected to begin in the second half of the year. The company also introduced its next-generation G8 roadmap, designed to deliver a step-change improvement in glucose performance with a smaller form factor and self-adapting sensor.

DexCom continues to build out its software ecosystem, adding engagement tools for Stelo, including enhanced Smart Meal Logging features, and it has been expanding provider-facing capabilities through Direct EHR Integration. More than 320 health systems have already integrated or are in the process of onboarding this capability across the United States and international markets. 

The company also continues to expand insurance coverage for its CGM sensors, particularly among Type 2 diabetes patients. The three largest U.S. Pharmacy Benefit Managers now cover DexCom CGM for all people with diabetes, including those with type 2 not using insulin. 

ABT also reiterated its 2026 revenue guidance, calling for 11% to 13% growth over 2025 levels. Take a look below at how the company’s earnings estimates are shaping up. 

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ABT & DXCM: Price Performance and Valuation

Year to date, ABT shares have declined 25.6%, whereas DexCom shares have climbed 4.1%.

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Abbott is trading at a forward, five-year Price/Sales (P/S) of 2.99X, below its median of 4.63X. Meanwhile, DXCM sits with a five-year P/S of 4.88X, also lower than its median of 9.93X.

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Conclusion

Both companies are poised to benefit from the long-term growth trends of the CGM market. However, Abbott continues to face respiratory testing volatility in Diagnostics, dilution risk following the Exact Sciences acquisition and ongoing uncertainty in China. DexCom is gaining from elevated CGM demand worldwide, new product launches and expanding coverage for its sensors.

While DexCom trades at a premium to Abbott, it remains well below its historical median. The stock has also delivered stronger YTD performance relative to Abbott. Coupled with positive earnings estimate revisions, existing DXCM holders may find it prudent to stay invested to enjoy growth prospects. Meanwhile, those holding ABT stock may find it wise to sell for now until the short-term operating visibility improves.

DXCM carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), while ABT has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).

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

The tech sector has been under some pressure recently, and one stock that has been hit hard is Broadcom (AVGO 2.52%). After hitting a record high of $495 in early June, the stock has now lost more than 22% of its value.

The stock took an initial hit following its fiscal Q2 earnings results, as it failed to lift its fiscal 2027 guidance for AI chip revenue. This seemed to be a clear overreaction, as there was no real reason for Broadcom management to raise a forecast more than a year away. The company is still projecting that its AI chip revenue will grow to well over $100 billion in fiscal 2027, a huge number given that it produced under $64 billion in fiscal 2025 revenue.

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Time to buy the dip on Broadcom The sell-off in Broadcom stock has brought its valuation down to a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of around 19.5 times fiscal 2027 analyst estimates. That's cheap for a stock that is riding two powerful market trends set to see explosive growth in the coming years.

The first trend Broadcom is riding is hyperscalers (owners of large data centers) looking to replace Nvidia's graphics processing units (GPUs) with cheaper alternatives for their AI workloads, especially for inference, which is an ongoing cost. The company is a leader in ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) technology and helped Alphabet develop its highly successful Tensor Processing Units (TPUs). Alphabet plans to spend up to $190 billion in capital expenditures (capex) this year, with further increases next year, and much of that spending will go toward TPUs.

It has also allowed Anthropic to place TPU orders directly with Broadcom, including $21 billion worth to be delivered this year. The three companies recently extended their partnership for future TPU iterations.

The success of TPUs has also led other hyperscalers, including OpenAI, to begin developing their own custom AI chips with Broadcom's help. The company's list of AI ASIC customers is growing, and between its TPU business and new customers, this business is set to see strong growth in the coming years.

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At the same time, Broadcom is a leader in data center networking and co-packaged optics (CPO), two areas becoming increasingly important as AI cluster sizes continue to grow. Larger clusters require faster connectivity, making networking a critical component of overall system performance. This complements Broadcom's growing custom AI ASIC business, as customers often need both AI chips and networking solutions simultaneously. Broadcom's expertise in CPO could also provide an additional competitive advantage over time as hyperscalers seek to address power and bandwidth constraints.

Given its strong growth prospects and attractive valuation, I'd be buying this AI stock on this dip.

Shares of Rockwell Automation (ROK - Free Report) have been strong performers lately, with the stock up 5.4% over the past month. The stock hit a new 52-week high of $486.47 in the previous session. Rockwell Automation has gained 23.2% since the start of the year compared to the 14.2% move for the Zacks Computer and Technology sector and the 80% return for the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Products industry.

What's Driving the Outperformance?The stock has a great record of positive earnings surprises, having beaten the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the last four quarters. In its last earnings report on May 5, 2026, Rockwell Automation reported EPS of $3.3 versus consensus estimate of $2.89.

For the current fiscal year, Rockwell Automation is expected to post earnings of $12.95 per share on $8.97 in revenues. This represents a 22.98% change in EPS on a 7.52% change in revenues. For the next fiscal year, the company is expected to earn $14.53 per share on $9.46 in revenues. This represents a year-over-year change of 12.21% and 5.51%, respectively.

Valuation MetricsThough Rockwell Automation has recently hit a 52-week high, what is next for Rockwell Automation? A key aspect of this question is taking a look at valuation metrics in order to determine if the company has run ahead of itself.

On this front, we can look at the Zacks Style Scores, as they provide investors with an additional way to sort through stocks (beyond looking at the Zacks Rank of a security). These styles are represented by grades running from A to F in the categories of Value, Growth, and Momentum, while there is a combined VGM Score as well. Investors should consider the style scores a valuable tool that can help you to pick the most appropriate Zacks Rank stocks based on their individual investment style.

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

In terms of its value breakdown, the stock currently trades at 37X current fiscal year EPS estimates, which is a premium to the peer industry average of 29.5X. On a trailing cash flow basis, the stock currently trades at 30.9X versus its peer group's average of 21X. Additionally, the stock has a PEG ratio of 3.08. This isn't enough to put the company in the top echelon of all stocks we cover from a value perspective.

Zacks RankWe also need to look at the Zacks Rank for the stock, as this is even more important than the company's VGM Score. Fortunately, Rockwell Automation currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) thanks to rising earnings estimates.

Since we recommend that investors select stocks carrying Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) and Style Scores of A or B, it looks as if Rockwell Automation meets the list of requirements. Thus, it seems as though Rockwell Automation shares could have a bit more room to run in the near term.

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced the recipients of its 2025 Excellent Supplier Awards. The annual awards recognize suppliers whose performance has consistently exceeded requirements based on commercial value, quality, innovation, sustainability, responsiveness, service, delivery, documentation, quality, value add, and compliance. The Excellent Supplier Awards program applies to the company’s global supply base, which includes direct (raw materials), indirect, logistics and energy.

Several suppliers were recognized for their notable efforts to create value, generate savings and establish a competitive advantage for PPG:

Global winners, indirect: Belcan, SAP, EPAM Global winners, direct: The Shepherd Color Company, Rianlon, LB Group Regional winner: United States and Canada: Eaton (indirect) Regional winner: Latin America: Complementos Coby SA de CV (indirect) Regional winner: Europe, Middle East and Africa: Mercedes-Benz International Corporate Sales (indirect) Regional Winners: Asia Pacific: Ayva Packaging Pty. Ltd (indirect), Anhui Shenjian New Material Co., Ltd (direct) Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation (MCC) was the global winner in the sustainability category. MCC was recognized after partnering with PPG to develop innovative materials for its next-generation marine antifouling coatings, bringing strong sustainability benefits compared to traditional antifouling coatings.

“Our suppliers play a vital role in helping us serve our customers today while positioning PPG for future success,” said Christine Camsuzou, PPG vice president, global procurement and integrated supply chain. “We’re pleased to recognize these exceptional partners for the value they bring to our business. Their dedication, creativity and adaptability have made a meaningful impact, and we look forward to continuing to strengthen our partnerships in the years ahead.”

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty products that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 50 countries and reported net sales of $15.9 billion in 2025. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com.

The PPG Logo and We protect and beautify the world are registered trademarks of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.

ToplineBillionaire Michael Saylor on Friday defended his Strategy’s approach to bitcoin even as shares of the cryptocurrency’s largest institutional holder fell to multi-year lows, and as analysts warned against the company buying more amid a broader decline in the crypto market.

Shares of bitcoin’s largest institutional holder have plummeted 80% from their all-time high.

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Key FactsSaylor, in a post on X, wrote that “volatility tests capital structure” and reaffirmed that Strategy “remains focused on bitcoin, disciplined capital allocation, credit quality and long-term value creation.”

Shares of Strategy plunged by more than 9% on Thursday to their lowest level since February 2024, and shares are down more than 8% from their record intraday high ($543) in November 2024, while its preferred stock has dropped nearly 25% since Jan. 13 to a new record low.

The price of bitcoin briefly stumbled to a 21-month low on Thursday, hitting an intraday low of $58,131, and the world’s leading cryptocurrency has shed more than half of its value since peaking above $126,000 in October 2025.

Crypto analytics firm CryptoQuant wrote in a report Thursday that Strategy should halt its bitcoin purchases and instead rebuild its cash reserves, arguing the company’s strategy of buying during bitcoin price dips has resulted in “rapid unrealized loss growth.”

JPMorgan analysts issued a similar warning in a note earlier this month, concluding Strategy’s dollar reserves should be rebuilt to “restore confidence and reduce investor concerns that the company would sell more bitcoins to cover dividend payments.”

forbes valuationSaylor founded Strategy, then known as MicroStrategy, in 1989, and his net worth has swelled to $3 billion as of market close on Thursday. He emerged as a top executive during the dot-com bubble, after which Saylor’s fortune plummeted, but Strategy’s bitcoin investments made him a billionaire once again, as Saylor has directed the firm to shift its corporate coffers into bitcoin.

big number845,256. That’s Strategy’s total bitcoin holdings, which the company priced at an aggregated market value of $63.9 billion, or roughly $75,680 per token, according to a regulatory disclosure earlier this month. Strategy most recently purchased 1,550 bitcoin for $101.3 million on June 8 at an average price of $65,332 per coin.

key backgroundStrategy’s cash reserves totaled $1.4 billion as of Friday, representing just a fraction of its bitcoin holdings. The company’s bitcoin transactions have shifted broader views of the crypto market, including its first bitcoin sale in years late last month, sparking a selloff that erased the cryptocurrency’s record-setting surge. Billionaire hedge fund executive Philippe Laffont said earlier this week he was a “little bit more worried” about bitcoin, arguing there were more attractive investment opportunities, like SpaceX, that he would “rather bet” on. Bitcoin’s latest slide also comes as $10 billion in options is set to expire Friday on Deribit, the world’s largest crypto options venue.

further readingForbesBillionaire Saylor’s Strategy Buys Bitcoin Worth $101 Million—After Earlier Sale Sparked Sell-OffBy Ty Roush

Retailer makes it easy to host unforgettable backyard gatherings with creative food flights, grilling favorites and digital savings

, /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today shared it is helping customers celebrate Independence Day with fresh inspiration, low prices and the season's hottest food trend: customizable "flights" designed to elevate every backyard barbecue.

Retailer makes it easy to host unforgettable backyard gatherings with creative food flights, grilling favorites and digital savings "Fourth of July is a time to come together in celebration of our nation's traditions, while creating new memories with family and friends," said Kate Meyer, vice president of Grocery. "Kroger is here to make those moments easy and affordable, with fresh inspiration, quality ingredients and simple ways to bring something new to the table."

From hot dog spreads to s'mores stacks and tomato tastings, Kroger brings fun, flavor and creativity to Fourth of July tables—making it easy to gather with friends and family and create memories that last all summer with many exclusive Our Brands products found only at Kroger Family of Stores. Try out these trends with simple, affordable ingredients to create crowd-pleasing pairings.

Customers can make their celebrations even more rewarding with Kroger's enhanced rewards program. Members earn one Point for every $1 spent and can now redeem Points for dollars off groceries in-store and online in addition to fuel savings at the pump—giving families more flexibility to save on summer celebrations. Earn Points faster with 4X Points Fridays through July 24 and again from July 1-4.* 

Hot Dog Flights
Turn a classic cookout staple into a customizable tasting experience:

All-American Classic Flight: Ball Park® hot dogs, Kroger® buns, Heinz ketchup, mustard, relish and diced onions BBQ Backyard Flight: Nathan's Famous Beef Franks topped with Private Selection® BBQ sauce, coleslaw and crispy onions Chili Cheese Flight: Hot dogs layered with Kroger chili, shredded cheddar and jalapeños Gourmet Street Dog Flight: Topped with avocado, pico de gallo, crema and fresh cilantro for a bold twist S'mores Flights
Reimagine the classic firepit favorite with mix-and-match flavors:

Classic Campfire Flight: Hershey's® chocolate, Jet-Puffed marshmallows and Honey
Maid graham crackers Chocolate Lover's Flight: Assorted chocolate bars such as milk, dark or caramel-filled with marshmallows and Bakery Fresh chocolate chip cookies for $3 a dozen Sweet & Salty Flight: Pretzels, peanut butter cups, marshmallows and chocolate squares Berry Bliss Flight: Fresh strawberries, raspberries, chocolate and marshmallows for a summer twist Tomato Flights
Celebrate peak summer produce with fresh, flavorful combinations:

Garden Fresh Flight: Sliced heirloom, roma and cherry tomatoes with sea salt, olive oil and fresh basil Caprese Flight: Tomatoes paired with fresh mozzarella, Simple Truth Organic basil and Private Selection balsamic glaze Grilled Tomato Flight: Charred tomatoes with olive oil, garlic and Private Selection shaved parmesan Savory Snack Flight: Cherry tomatoes served with hummus, Alouette or Boursin spreadable cheese (Mix & Match BOGO free*) topped with flaky sea salt Mocktail Flights
Top your meal off with a crisp, refreshing beverage that tastes like summer:

Stars and Stripes Spritzer: This layered refreshment blends Kroger® Blue Raspberry Pop Sparkling Water with a splash of lemonade and a patriotic Red, White & Blue Ice Pop that slowly melts into sweet, fruity flavor. Top it off with juicy blueberries, bright raspberries, and a sprig of mint for a refreshing finish. Firecracker Dirty Soda: Grab your favorite flavor of soda, splash in coffee creamer or fruit juice, one pump of Private Selection flavored syrup and finish with a fruity garnish of citrus, maraschino cherries or fresh herbs like mint. Try flavor combos like orange vanilla, peach mango or blue raspberry coconut. Cool as a Cucumber - with a Kick: Mix muddled cucumber, Kroger 100% lime juice, fresh mint and Private Selection Sparkling Mineral Water. Enjoy a little spice? Add chili lime spice mix like Tajin to the rim. Shirley Sparkler: A tangy twist on the classic Shirley Temple – combine ginger ale, grenadine, half of a squeezed lime and top with lime wedges and a cherry. In addition to trending food experiences, Kroger offers everyday low prices for all celebrations, including**:

Coca-Cola, Pepsi and Canada Dry 12-pack cans - Mix & Match Buy 2, Get 3 Free Buy 1, Get 1 Free or $2.99/lb pork back ribs 3/$5 Kroger sour cream, cottage cheese or dip 4/$5 Kroger pasta Johnsonville dinner sausage for $3.99 Mix & Match Buy 1, Get 1 free Natural Made supplements No matter how you shop, Kroger makes it easy. Customers can get these deals and more in store or Kroger.com, offering the same fresh items at the same low prices for pickup at a convenient store location or delivery in as little as 30 minutes. For even more convenience, Kroger's full product assortment is available on demand at DoorDash and Uber Eats marketplaces, shopped from your local store and delivered directly to your door.

Find even more Independence Day inspiration at Kroger's blog, The Fresh Lane brimming with grill out recipes, party essentials and even more gift ideas for dad.

*Offers vary by geography.

**Prices valid beginning July 1. Prices and products may vary by geography. Discount and number of items vary by location.

About Kroger
At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we are dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit™. We are, across our family of companies more than 400,000 associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through an e-Commerce experience and retail food stores under a variety of banner names, serving America through food inspiration and uplift, and creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities. To learn more about us, visit our newsroom and investor relations site.

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FTSE 100 falls 80 points to 10,450 Apple price hike weighs on tech stocks  Softbank sinks 14% in Tokyo  2.47pm: Nasdaq falls for fifth day US stocks have opened lower, as expected, with the Nasdaq shedding almost 1% from a further selloff in semiconductor stocks.

Chipmakers including Monolithic Power Systems, Micron, Lam Research and Applied Materials were among the biggest decliners, extending a week-long retreat in the sector.

The S&P 500 is down 0.6%, while the Dow Jones slipped 0.4%, with losses led by Caterpillar and Goldman Sachs

Salesforce, IBM and Microsoft are the top risers on the Dow.

2.30pm: Samsung investment plan to be unveiled We have spent two years watching the AI build-out through an American lens. Nvidia, Microsoft, OpenAI, the hyperscalers and their hundred-billion-dollar capex pledges.

On Monday, South Korea will remind everyone that the foundations of this boom are poured somewhere else.

Samsung is set to unveil a decade-long plan worth around $648 billion, according to reports in Seoul.

The new plan anchors the country's next growth cycle and may include 300 trillion won for chip factories.

2.05pm: AI glasses 'becoming a credible category'  We don't have media personalities and social media influencers on here very often, but analyst Isabel Fairlie at Charles Stanley has highlighted Meta’s new collaboration with Kylie Jenner.

The Starfire Kylie Edition AI glasses, costing new £359 a pop, shows how "AI glasses are shifting from high-end tech to a fashion-led lifestyle category, with adoption likely to hinge as much on wearability and social acceptance as functionality", Fairlie says.

"For investors, this is another sign that the category is moving from niche gadget to credible consumer product, although it is still early days."

The likely near-term outcome is "not the end of the smartphone," she adds, though after the "false start" more than a decade ago with Google Glass, the category now seems to have some credible consumer momentum as Meta, Google, Apple, Samsung, Snap and others are all competing in the category.

"The current wave looks different because Meta is putting AI functionality into familiar eyewear, teaming up with EssilorLuxottica, the company behind Ray-Ban and Oakley and the owner of Vision Express."

The opportunity goes beyond photos and calls, she adds, with potential uses in translation, navigation, logistics and hearing assistance.

"The theme is worth watching for investors. Success will depend on businesses delivering products consumers are willing to wear, trust and afford. But the risks are still considerable with such emerging technologies."

1.29pm: Climate is a $714bn risk, but should be a lot more  Environmental disclosure platform CDP says companies expect extreme weather to cost them a collective $714 billion in future financial impacts as supply chains, operations and investment plans become increasingly exposed to climate disruption.

The interesting bit seems not that eye-watering number - it's that only 35% of companies currently recognise extreme weather as a material financial risk, even though almost half of the identified risks are imminent and 62% of cities, states and regions say they are already experiencing the effects. 

In other words, a sizeable chunk of corporate Britain and corporate America may still be treating climate risk as a future problem while floods, heatwaves and droughts are busy moving it into this year's budgeting cycle.

As CDP's climate director Amir Sokolowski puts it: "As the impact of El Niño bites, we are seeing that extreme weather is also a financial risk."

He says companies, organisations and governments are "increasingly experiencing the impact of climate risk through a range of dependencies, from water to forests".

While many businesses are addressing this, he says, with recent disclosure trends suggesting they are paying greater attention to environmental risks and resilience as physical climate impacts become more visible, "there is more still to be done.”

12.42pm: US futures in red again US stocks are set for another difficult session, with the Nasdaq on course for a fifth straight day of losses as investors continue to rotate out of technology shares.

Nasdaq futures are down 1.2% ahead of the opening bell, while S&P 500 futures 0.5% in the red and those for the Dow Jones are just 0.1%.

"With the major US indices at or near all-time highs, the risks for investors who have benefitted handsomely from going ‘all in’ on the AI trade, are getting bigger," says market analyst David Morrison at Trade Nation.

"And everyone is convinced that they can get out of the market at the top all at once. There’s going to be plenty of disappointment and angst when they find out they can’t. "

11.52am: Little fiscal room for manoeuvre for Burnham A memo has arrived for the presumed incoming PM Andy Burnham, and it can be summarised as follows: welcome to government, there is no money.

In an open letter to Burnham, Resolution Foundation chief executive Ruth Curtice, previously director of fiscal policy at the Treasury, offers congratulations swiftly followed by a bucket of cold fiscal water.

She warns that higher gilt yields and the war in Iran have probably already wiped out the government's fiscal headroom, leaving the next prime minister with little room for manoeuvre.

"Any extra borrowing comes with big costs," she writes. "There are no wheezes out of this dark fiscal hole, only tough decisions."

This is essentially the anti-mini budget manifesto. The message is that if Burnham wants to ease the cost-of-living squeeze and pursue more ambitious growth reforms, he will have to do so while sticking to the existing fiscal rules and continuing the "painful path of consolidation" started by his predecessor.

Markets will probably approve of the diagnosis, if not the medicine. Sterling and gilts have spent the week reminding Westminster that the UK's borrowing costs are already among the highest in the G7. The lesson of the past few years is that investors are perfectly happy to finance deficits right up until the moment they aren't.

The subtext is perhaps the most important line in British politics right now: there are plenty of ideas in Westminster, but very few free lunches.

11.19am: Next Chancellor watch Prediction markets have dramatically shifted their view on who could succeed Rachel Reeves as Chancellor if/when Andy Burham takes over as Prime Minister from Keir Starmer.

Energy secretary Ed Miliband has overtaken former health secretary Wes Streeting as the favourite over the past week.

On Polymarket, Miliband is now seen having a 49% chance of becoming the next Chancellor in 2026, up sharply from around 30% at the start of the week.

Streeting, who had been the clear frontrunner and traded at around 70% earlier this week, has fallen back to 11%.

Yvette Cooper is now the second favourite at 16.3%, while Shabana Mahmood is priced at 8%.

On the bond markets, which has been keeping an eye on UK politics closely in recent years, yields for longer-dated government debt have perked up in recent hours, after falling to three-month lows earlier.

10.41am: Heathrow cuts passenger numbers and profit forecast Shares in British Airways owner IAG have dipped 0.7% after Heathrow Airport warned profits will fall this year as it cut its passenger outlook due to the war in the Middle East.

The UK's largest airport said now expects passenger numbers of between 80.1 million and 84.5 million this year, with a base case of 83.6 million, representing a 1.1% decline from 2025 and a cut of up to 5.8% from the 85 million passengers it previously said it expected in 2026.

Costs were also rising, it said, with adjusted EBITDA now expected to decline by £147 million or almost 7.4% from 2025 levels and by £60 million compared with its previous forecast issued in December. 

Passenger numbers rose 0.7% in the first five months of 2026.

The new passenger forecast "reflects the risk that continued volatility in the Middle East could dampen broader traffic volumes, with impacts extending beyond the region to global travel demand over the remainder of the year".

10.12am: Stocks on the slide The slide for the Footsie and the wider market has deepened. 

London's blue-chip index has dropped 0.7% and the mid-cap FTSE 250 is down 0.6%, while Germany's DAX is down 1% and France's CAC 0.5%.

For the FTSE 100, miners and commodity-linked stocks are leading the declines, with Antofagasta, Anglo American, Glencore and Fresnillo all retreating by more than 2%.

Banks are also weighing on the index, with Standard Chartered, HSBC and Lion Finance Group solidly in the red.

Almost all but three of the 20 largest names are in the red, with the exceptions being BAT, Unilver and National Grid. 

AJ Bell market analyst Danni Hewson says: "Property firms and housebuilders were in demand along with more defensive names... Energy stocks continued to tumble thanks to oil prices remaining rooted below $74 per barrel.

"Although a vessel being struck by Iran off the coast of Oman offered a reminder to take nothing for granted despite the increase in shipping flows through the Strait of Hormuz."

9.05am: Tough market for food and drink exporters Britain's food and drink exporters endured a difficult start to 2026, with export volumes falling 8.9% in the first quarter to their lowest level for a decade outside the pandemic, according to the Food and Drink Federation.

The industry body said the value of exports fell 4.8% year-on-year to £5.7 billion, while imports rose 2.6% to £16.3 billion, widening the trade gap and suggesting UK manufacturers are losing ground to overseas competitors.

Trade with the US was particularly weak following the introduction of tariffs, with UK food and drink exports to the country dropping 28% to £529.6 million. The UK's export surplus with the US shrank by 69.3%, from £359 million to £110 million, while imports from America increased by 11.5%.

The FDF also warned that exports to the EU continue to suffer from post-Brexit trade frictions, with volumes down 6.9% year-on-year. Exports to countries covered by recent trade agreements also declined, with shipments to CPTPP members falling 11.3% and exports to India down 16.6% by volume.

8.15am: Weak start for the Footsie  The FTSE 100 looks set to end the week on the back foot as investors' attention shifted from global geopolitical tensions to the global memory crisis after Apple raised the prices of its MacBooks and iPads in an effort to offset the impact of skyrocketing memory and storage prices.

Shortly after the open, London's blue-chip index was down 27 points at 10,503.28.

Miners Endeavour Mining PLC (LSE:EDV), Fresnillo PLC (LSE:FRES) and Antofagasta PLC (LSE:ANTO) are among the top 5 losers on the Footsie this morning, as precious metals come under renewed selling pressure, while copper sentiment has also softened. 

Airtel Africa PLC (LSE:AAF) and tech investor Polar Capital Technology Trust PLC (LSE:PCT) are also trading lower. 

Leading the gainers, Barratt Redrow PLC (LSE:BTRW) rose 1.5%. The housebuilder has confirmed that Dean Banks will officially take over as CEO on September 21, succeeding David Thomas.

British American Tobacco PLC (LSE:BATS) and Tesco PLC (LSE:TSCO) both added 1.1%. 

"Global equities are under renewed pressure, with the MSCI All Country World Index sliding to a two-week low as technology weakness again dominates market sentiment," commented Tickmill Group's Patrick Munnelly. "The selloff has been sharpest in Asia, where the MSCI Asia Pacific Index dropped more than 3%, led by another violent unwind in semiconductor and AI-linked names." 

7.30am: OpenAI delay weighs on Asian markets A New York Times report suggesting OpenAI may delay its IPO until 2027, as CEO Sam Altman pursues a $1 trillion valuation, is weighing on Asian markets this morning.

Deutsche Bank's Jim Reid described the mood as a "mini ice-age" in the region, with technology stocks again leading the declines. The KOSPI was down 8% and the Nikkei was off 4.5% at the time of writing, while SoftBank fell around 14% following the report.

Reid noted that the "Magnificent Seven" US tech stocks fell more than 2.5% on Thursday, with the broader tech mega-cap index moving deeper into correction territory after Apple shares dropped 6% on news that it would raise prices across its Mac and iPad ranges. The increases were a response to surging demand for memory and storage components, but they also fed into wider concerns that AI data centre expansion is generating inflationary pressure across the technology sector.

FTSE 100 Live pre-open Blue-chip shares in London are set to open lower on Friday after Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL, XETRA:APC) led a tech sell-off that's spread through to Asian markets overnight.

The FTSE 100 is called around 64 points lower at the open, according to the futures market, reversing yesterday's 68-point gain to 10,529.

US stocks finished Thursday mixed, with a slump in Apple shares dragging on the tech-heavy Nasdaq, which closed down 0.5%. The S&P 500 was little changed, while the Dow added 0.1%.

Apple raised prices across several MacBook and iPad models on Thursday, its first formal move to pass soaring memory and storage costs on to consumers as AI-driven demand for chips intensifies. The stock suffered its worst one-day drop since April 2025.

"Apple tanked more than 6% as investors feared that the higher prices would reduce demand and may not offset the squeeze on profit margins," said Swissquote's Ipek Ozkardeskaya. "Other device makers like Dell, HP and Lenovo lost between 4% and 5%, while Samsung is down by more than 8% today, on worries that the massive rise in chip prices will eventually hit a wall."

That selling has carried through to Asia, with Seoul's Kospi down 8%, Tokyo's Nikkei off more than 3%, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng on the edge of a bear market after falling close to 20% from January's peak.

"The flight to bonds could continue amid this week's weakening sentiment, also supported by the sustainable decline in oil prices," Ozkardeskaya added. "The technology complex will probably remain under pressure, grappling with its own demons."

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Corning (GLW) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions could translate into further price increase in the near term.

DraftKings stock is moving in positive territory. Why is DKNG stock trading higher? The LaunchDKeX marks a significant step in DraftKings’ prediction markets strategy, giving the company full vertical integration over its predictions platform—including content depth, operating economics, and the end-to-end customer experience.

The exchange leverages technology and a CFTC license acquired through DraftKings’ purchase of Railbird Technologies. By owning the exchange infrastructure outright, DraftKings gains greater control over the technology powering its predictions offering and the ability to innovate more rapidly.

“DKeX provides a vertically integrated foundation for DraftKings Predictions, strengthening our prediction markets content and capabilities, giving us greater control over the technology that powers those offerings, and enabling us to move faster,” said Jason Robins, CEO and Co-Founder.

The Growth NumbersDraftKings Shares Edge HigherDKNG Price Action: At the time of publication, DraftKings shares are trading 2.51% higher at $23.68, according to data from Benzinga Pro.

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LOS ANGELES, June 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises Wix.com, Ltd., (“Wix" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: WIX) investors that the firm has initiated an investigation into possible securities fraud, and may file a class action on behalf of investors. 

Investors are encouraged to contact attorney Lesley F. Portnoy, by phone 844-767-8529 or email: [email protected], to discuss their legal rights, or join the case via https://portnoylaw.com/wix-com-ltd. The Portnoy Law Firm can provide a complimentary case evaluation and discuss investors’ options for pursuing claims to recover their losses.

On May 13, 2026, Wix announced its first-quarter 2026 financial results, posting revenue and earnings that fell short of consensus estimates. The company also experienced a steep drop in operating margins, which management primarily blamed on weakness within its professional developer segment. Wix specifically admitted that its professional developer clients were adopting rival AI tools, that its newly launched Wix Harmony platform contained "holes" and "missing capabilities," and that delays in rolling out product updates and innovations had caused the company to fall behind "the workflow and the needs of" professional developers.

Following this announcement, Wix's stock price dropped by $20.56 per share, or 27%, plummeting from its May 12, 2026, closing price of $75.88 per share to close at $55.32 per share on May 13, 2026.

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Key Takeaways CASY, DELL, TILE and CLS qualified a screen built around strong interest coverage ratios.The strategy also favors stocks topping industry EPS growth medians and trading above $5.Celestica leads the four in expected sales growth, while Dell posts the biggest one-year stock gain. An ill-informed investor can lose money by betting on a stock based solely on the numbers flashing on a real-time trading screen. This is why a deeper review of a company’s financial background is essential for making smarter investment decisions, especially when the market is navigating multiple crosscurrents.

Too often, investors gauge a company’s performance by looking only at headline sales or earnings. What these numbers don’t reveal is whether a company’s fundamentals are strong enough to meet its financial obligations in a tighter, more rate-sensitive environment.

This is where coverage ratios become invaluable. A higher coverage ratio signals a stronger capacity to service debt and sustain operations, making it a critical indicator of financial stability for investors seeking safer opportunities. Casey's General Stores, Inc. (CASY - Free Report) , Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL - Free Report) , Interface, Inc. (TILE - Free Report) , and Celestica Inc. (CLS - Free Report) have impressive interest coverage ratios.

Why Interest Coverage Ratio?The interest coverage ratio is used to determine how effectively a company can pay interest charges on its debt.

Debt, which is crucial to financing operations for the majority of companies, comes at a cost called interest. Interest expense has a direct bearing on the profitability of a company. The company’s creditworthiness depends on how effectively it meets its interest obligations. Therefore, the interest coverage ratio is one of the important criteria to factor in before making any investment decision.

Interest Coverage Ratio = Earnings before Interest & Taxes (EBIT) divided by Interest Expense.

The interest coverage ratio suggests how many times the interest could be paid from earnings and gauges the margin of safety a firm has for paying interest.

An interest coverage ratio lower than 1 suggests that the company is unable to fulfill its interest obligations and could default on repaying debt. A company capable of generating earnings well above its interest expense can withstand financial hardships. One should also track the company’s past performance to determine whether the interest coverage ratio has improved or worsened over time.

The Winning StrategyApart from having an interest coverage ratio that is more than the industry average, adding a favorable Zacks Rank and a VGM Score of A or B to your search criteria should lead to better results.

Interest coverage ratio greater than X-Industry Median

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Projected EPS Growth (%) greater than X-Industry Median: This is the projected EPS growth over the next three to five years. This shows that the stock has near-term earnings growth potential.

Average 20-Day Volume greater than 100,000: A substantial trading volume ensures that the stock is easily tradable.

Zacks Rank less than or equal to 2: Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) stocks are known to outperform irrespective of the market environment.

VGM Score of less than or equal to B: Our research shows that stocks with a VGM Score of A or B, when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 or 2, offer the best upside potential.

Here are four of the 10 stocks that qualified the screening:

Casey's, a leading convenience store chain in the United States, sports a Zacks Rank #1 and has a VGM Score of B. CASY has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.4%, on average. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Casey's current financial-year sales and EPS indicates growth of 16.6% and 9.9%, respectively, from the year-ago period. The stock has advanced 55% over the past year.

Dell Technologies, a global technology company that provides IT infrastructure, cloud computing, data storage and digital transformation solutions, sports a Zacks Rank #1 and has a VGM Score of B. DELL has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.7%, on average.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Dell Technologies’ current financial-year sales and EPS calls for growth of 47.4% and 83.3%, respectively, from the year-ago period. The stock has soared 229.7% over the past year.

Interface, the global flooring and sustainability leader, carries a Zacks Rank #2. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 26.8%, on average.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for TILE’s current financial-year sales and EPS implies growth of 5.6% and 8.8%, respectively, from the year-ago period. TILE has a VGM Score of B. The stock has risen 68.5% over the past year.

Celestica, a global leader in data center infrastructure and advanced technology solutions, carries a Zacks Rank #2. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 8%, on average.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Celestica’s current financial-year sales and EPS implies growth of 53.8% and 67.9%, respectively, from the year-ago period. CLS has a VGM Score of A. The stock has soared 136.7% over the past year.

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Shares of Micron Technology (NASDAQ:MU | MU Price Prediction) are down 7% to $1,130 in early Friday trading. SanDisk (NASDAQ:SNDK) is slipping 7% to $2,176, while Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) is declining 6% to $626. The coordinated retreat across the three biggest U.S. memory and storage names suggests profit-taking rather than a thesis-breaking shift.

The trio had ripped higher into this week’s session. Micron stock alone climbed 35% over the past month, and SanDisk stock surged 47% in that span. Today’s pullback trims only a sliver of that move.

The trigger looks more like sentiment than fundamentals. A memory-chip selloff in Asian markets has rippled across the sector, and a hotter U.S. inflation print landed Thursday. Both gave traders an easy excuse to lighten exposure in the year’s hottest trade.

Profit-Taking Hits a Hot Trade Micron stock peaked near $1,214 Thursday following the company’s blowout fiscal Q3 2026 report Wednesday after the close. Revenue came in at $41.46 billion, beating estimates by 18% and rising 346% year over year (YoY).

Micron also guided Q4 2026 revenue to $50 billion plus or minus $1 billion and non-GAAP EPS to $31.00. CEO Sanjay Mehrotra stated that “Micron’s record fiscal Q3 financial results and even stronger outlook for Q4 reflect the strategic value of memory in the AI era.” The print came alongside multi-year Strategic Customer Agreements designed to lock in durable revenue.

Stocks rarely move straight up after that kind of beat, and holders are booking gains. Western Digital stock had run 292% YTD through Thursday, an outsized move for a hard-disk-drive pure play.

Asian Selloff and PCE Add Pressure A recent memory-chip selloff in Asian markets, with Samsung and SK Hynix falling sharply and a brief trading halt on South Korea’s Kospi, has weighed on sentiment in U.S. memory names. The read-through is straightforward. If Asian buyers are derisking the AI memory trade, U.S. peers tend to follow.

Layered on top, a hotter-than-expected Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation reading on Thursday tempered hopes for aggressive Federal Reserve rate cuts. Higher-for-longer rates tend to compress multiples on the highest-flying growth names, and memory sits at the top of that list.

The CBOE Volatility Index or VIX sits at 18.63, up 12% over the past month and at the 70th percentile of its 12-month range. That’s not panic, but it’s enough to encourage trimming in crowded trades.

Retail Stays Bullish, Analysts Split Retail sentiment on Micron stock has cooled from a bullish reading of 69 on Thursday morning to a neutral 46 early Friday. Western Digital sentiment held at a bullish 66 on r/stockmarket. The shift looks like reassessment, not capitulation.

Polymarket traders assign a 94% probability that Micron stock closes the month above $980 and a 53% probability that the stock finishes today lower. The two readings together imply a floor in place but limited near-term upside conviction.

The bulls point to a multi-year AI memory upcycle and Micron’s strategic customer commitments as evidence of revenue durability. However, at least one analyst has cautioned that a future supply glut is possible if capacity additions eventually outpace AI demand growth.

What to Watch Investors can watch whether Micron stock holds above the $1,070 to $1,090 zone that the prediction markets currently treat as a soft floor. A break below that band could pull SanDisk stock and Western Digital stock further with it.

Hyperscaler capex commentary and any incremental analyst notes on HBM4 pricing may set the tone for the group. Until then, today’s move reads as a hot trade cooling, not a cycle turning.

Investors carrying outsized gains in these names should consider trimming their positions back to a comfortable risk weight. A measured approach keeps holders aligned with the AI memory upcycle without absorbing the full sting of every volatility spike that lands between here and the next round of earnings.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) ("Paramount") today announced the extension of the Expiration Dates in connection with the previously announced (i) offers to purchase (the "Tender Offers" and each, a "Tender Offer") for cash, upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the related offer to purchase (the "Offer to Purchase"), any and all of the identified notes in each series of the Existing Tender Offer Notes (defined by reference to the table set forth below) issued by Discovery Global Holdings, Inc. (formerly WarnerMedia Holdings, Inc.) (the "DGH Issuer") and Discovery Communications, LLC (the "DCL Issuer" and together with the DGH Issuer, each a "WBD Issuer" and collectively the "WBD Issuers"), as applicable, and (ii) offers to exchange (the "Exchange Offers" and each, an "Exchange Offer" and, together with the Tender Offers, the "Offers" and each, an "Offer"), upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the related exchange offer memorandum (the "Offering Memorandum"), any and all of the identified notes in each series of the Existing Exchange Offer Notes (defined by reference to the table set forth below) (together with the Existing Tender Offer Notes, the "Offer Notes") issued by the applicable WBD Issuer for notes to be newly issued by Paramount.

The Expiration Dates for the Tender Offers and Exchange Offers (as defined in each of the Offer to Purchase and Offering Memorandum, respectively) have been extended to 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on July 15, 2026, unless further extended. The Settlement Dates for the Tender Offers and Exchange Offers (as defined in each of the Offer to Purchase and Offering Memorandum, respectively) will occur promptly after the Expiration Date and are currently anticipated to occur in the third quarter of 2026. Paramount anticipates extending the Expiration Date for such Tender Offers and Exchange Offers until such time that would result in the Settlement Dates occurring on the closing date of the proposed acquisition (the "Acquisition") by Paramount of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. ("WBD") or within one business day thereof. Tenders of the Offer Notes in the Offers may be withdrawn at any time prior to the Expiration Date. The aforementioned extensions further extend the Expiration Dates previously extended by Paramount on June 12, 2026.

As of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on June 25, 2026, approximately 24.38% and 44.27% of the aggregate principal amount of the Existing Tender Offer Notes and Existing Exchange Offer Notes, respectively, have been validly tendered in the applicable Offers. As Paramount previously announced that it anticipates extending the Offers to align with the closing date of the Acquisition, Paramount does not view these figures to be representative of the final results of the applicable Offers.

Information about each series of Offer Notes eligible to participate in the Offers is summarized below.

Type of Offer

Offer Notes to be Tendered
or Exchanged, as

Applicable

Issuer of Offer Notes

CUSIP No. / Common Code
/ ISIN Eligible to
Participate in the Offers (1)

Aggregate Principal
Amount of Offer Notes
Eligible to Participate in the
Offers (2)

Tender Offer

3.950% Senior Notes due 2028

DCL Issuer

25470D CP2

US25470DCP24

$1,234,458,000

Exchange Offer

4.125% Senior Notes due 2029

DCL Issuer

25470D CQ0

US25470DCQ07

$655,825,000

Exchange Offer

3.625% Senior Notes due 2030

DCL Issuer

25470D CR8

US25470DCR89

$914,183,000

Exchange Offer

5.000% Senior Notes due 2037

DCL Issuer

25470D CS6

US25470DCS62

$453,281,000

Exchange Offer

6.350% Senior Notes due 2040

DCL Issuer

25470D CT4

US25470DCT46

$438,102,000

Exchange Offer

4.950% Senior Notes due 2042

DCL Issuer

25470D CU1

US25470DCU19

$130,366,000

Exchange Offer

4.875% Senior Notes due 2043

DCL Issuer

25470D V91
CV9US25470DC

$141,584,000

Exchange Offer

5.200% Senior Notes due 2047

DCL Issuer

25470D W74
CW7US25470DC

$3,161,000

Exchange Offer

5.300% Senior Notes due 2049

DCL Issuer

25470D X57

CX5US25470DC

$247,860,000

Tender Offer

3.755% Senior Notes due 2027

DGH Issuer

254948 AH5

US254948AH58

254948 AN2

US254948AN27

U25483 AA3

USU25483AA38

$1,189,336,000

Exchange Offer

4.054% Senior Notes due 2029

DGH Issuer

254948 AJ1

US254948AJ15

254948 AP7

US254948AP74

U25483 AB1

USU25483AB11

$1,353,828,000

Exchange Offer

4.279% Senior Notes due 2032

DGH Issuer

254948 AK8

US254948AK87

254948 AQ5

US254948AQ57

$2,691,764,000

Exchange Offer

5.050% Senior Notes due 2042

DGH Issuer

254948 AL6

US254948AL60

254948 AR3

US254948AR31

U25483 AD7

USU25483AD76

$4,104,687,000

Exchange Offer

5.141% Senior Notes due 2052

DGH Issuer

254948 AM4

US254948AM44

254948 AS1

US254948AS14

$949,883,000

Exchange Offer

4.302% Senior Notes due 2030

DGH Issuer

XS3393993285

339399328

€234,382,000

Exchange Offer

4.693% Senior Notes due 2033

DGH Issuer

XS3393994507

339399450

€316,641,000

__________

(1) No representation is made as to the correctness or accuracy of the identifiers listed in this press release or printed on the Offer Notes. Such identifiers are provided solely for the convenience of the holders.

(2) Represents the aggregate principal amount of Offer Notes outstanding that are eligible to participate in the Offers.

The Exchange Offers are being made pursuant to an exemption from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") promulgated thereunder, and are also not being registered under any state or foreign securities laws. Any securities offered pursuant to the Exchange Offers may not be offered or sold in the United States or to any U.S. persons (as defined below) except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act. The Exchange Offers will only be made, and the securities offered pursuant to the Exchange Offers are only being offered and issued, to holders of applicable Existing Exchange Offer Notes who are (a) reasonably believed to be "qualified institutional buyers" as defined in Rule 144A under the Securities Act or (b) not "U.S. persons," as defined in Rule 902 of Regulation S under the Securities Act (such holders, "Eligible Holders"), and only Eligible Holders who have completed and returned the eligibility certification are authorized to receive or review the Offering Memorandum or to participate in the Exchange Offers. The eligibility certification is available electronically at: https://gbsc-usa.com/eligibility/paramount.

General

Each Offer is a separate offer, and each may be individually consummated, amended, extended, terminated, or withdrawn, subject to certain conditions and applicable law, at any time in Paramount's sole discretion, and without also consummating, amending, extending, terminating, or withdrawing any other Offer with respect to any other series of Offer Notes. Paramount may terminate an Offer if any of the conditions of such Offer described in the Offer to Purchase or Offering Memorandum, as applicable, are not satisfied or waived by the applicable Expiration Date, subject to applicable law. In addition, Paramount may waive the conditions to an Offer without extending such Offer in accordance with applicable law.

The Offers are being made solely by Paramount and are not being made by WBD or the WBD Issuers. None of Paramount, WBD, the WBD Issuers, the Dealer Managers, the Exchange Agent (as defined below), the Information Agent (as defined below), the trustees under each of the indentures governing the Offer Notes, the trustee or collateral agent under the indenture that will govern the notes to be issued in the Exchange Offers, or any affiliate of any of them makes any recommendation as to whether any holder of Offer Notes should tender or refrain from tendering all or any portion of the principal amount of such holder's Offer Notes for cash or notes to be issued in the Exchange Offers. No one has been authorized by any of them to make such a recommendation. Holders must make their own decision whether to tender Offer Notes in any Offer and, if so, the amount of Offer Notes to tender.

Only Eligible Holders may receive a copy of the Offering Memorandum and participate in the Exchange Offers. Paramount has engaged Global Bondholder Services Corporation to act as the exchange agent (in such capacity, the "Exchange Agent") and information agent (in such capacity, the "Information Agent") for the Offers. Questions concerning the Offers, or requests for additional copies of the Offer to Purchase or Offering Memorandum or other related documents, may be directed to Corporate Actions by telephone at (855) 654-2014 (U.S. toll-free) or (212) 430-3774 (banks and brokers) or by email at [email protected]. Holders should also consult their broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other institution for assistance concerning the Offers. The Exchange Offer documents and the Tender Offer documents can be accessed at the following link: https://gbsc-usa.com/paramount.

Paramount has engaged BofA Securities and Citigroup as dealer managers (in such capacity, the "Dealer Managers") for the Offers. Holders with questions regarding the Offers should contact BofA Securities, Inc. at +1 (888) 292-0070 (toll-free) or +1 (980) 388-3646 (collect) or [email protected] or Citigroup Global Markets Inc. at +1 (800) 558-3745 (toll-free) or +1 (212) 723-6106 or [email protected]. Latham & Watkins LLP is serving as legal counsel to Paramount and Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP is serving as legal counsel to the Dealer Managers.

This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any security, and does not constitute an offer, solicitation, or sale of any security in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful.

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation

Paramount, a Skydance Corporation is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. PSKY's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS, CBS News, CBS Sports, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Paramount Sports Entertainment.

PSKY-IR

Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This communication contains "forward-looking statements" regarding the Acquisition and the other transactions referred to herein. The reader is cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations of future events. If underlying assumptions prove inaccurate or known or unknown risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results could vary materially from the expectations and projections of Paramount. Risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the risk that the closing conditions for the Acquisition will not be satisfied, including the risk that clearances under applicable antitrust or regulatory laws will not be obtained or will be obtained subject to conditions that are not anticipated; the possibility that the transactions described herein will not be completed in the expected timeframe or at all; the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the Acquisition; potential adverse effects to the businesses of Paramount or WBD during the pendency of the Acquisition, such as employee departures or distraction of management from business operations; negative effects of the announcement or the consummation of the Acquisition on the market price of WBD or Paramount stock; the risk of stockholder litigation relating to the Acquisition, including resulting expense or delay; the potential that the expected benefits and opportunities of the Acquisition, if completed, may not be realized or may take longer to realize than expected; risks related to the streaming business of the post-Acquisition combined business (the "Combined Company"); the adverse impact on the Combined Company's advertising revenues as a result of changes in consumer behavior, advertising market conditions, and deficiencies in audience measurement; risks related to operating in highly competitive and dynamic industries; the unpredictable nature of consumer behavior, as well as evolving technologies and distribution models; risks related to the Combined Company's decision to invest in new businesses, products, services, and technologies, and the evolution of the Combined Company's business strategy; the potential for loss of carriage or other reduction in, or the impact of negotiations for, the distribution of the Combined Company's content; damage to the Combined Company's reputation or brands; losses due to asset impairment charges for goodwill, content and long-lived assets, including finite-lived intangible assets; liabilities related to discontinued operations and former businesses; increasing scrutiny of, and evolving expectations for, sustainability initiatives; evolving business continuity, cybersecurity, privacy and data protection and similar risks; challenges in protecting and maintaining the Combined Company's intellectual property rights; domestic and global political, economic and regulatory factors affecting the Combined Company's business generally or the Acquisition; the inability to hire or retain key employees or secure creative talent; disruptions to the Combined Company's operations as a result of labor disputes; risks and costs associated with the integration of, and Paramount's ability to integrate, the businesses of Paramount Global, Skydance Media, LLC, and WBD successfully and to achieve anticipated synergies, including in the amounts or on the timelines anticipated to realize such synergies; litigation related to the Acquisition and other matters or transactions; risks associated with the Combined Company's holding company structure, including its dependence on distributions from its subsidiaries to meet tax obligations and other cash requirements; risks related to our indebtedness, including our substantial outstanding debt obligations, our ability to incur substantially more debt and our ability to meet the financial and other covenants contained in the agreements governing the indebtedness of Paramount, WBD, or the Combined Company. A further list and description of these risks, uncertainties and other factors and the general risks associated with the respective businesses of Paramount and WBD can be found in Paramount's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the SEC on February 25, 2026, including in the sections captioned "Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements" and "Item 1A. Risk Factors," Paramount's most recently filed Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, filed with the SEC on May 4, 2026, including in the sections captioned "Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements" and "Item 1A. Risk Factors," and Paramount's subsequent filings with the SEC, and in WBD's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the SEC on February 27, 2026, including in the section captioned "Item 1A. Risk Factors," WBD's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, filed with the SEC on May 6, 2026, and WBD's subsequent filings with the SEC. Neither Paramount nor WBD undertakes to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information or future events or developments, except as required by law.

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Carmakers that focus on selling fossil fuel engines are at risk of being “woefully behind” on technology by the end of the decade, according to the boss of Rivian, an Amazon-backed US electric carmaker.

RJ Scaringe, Rivian’s founder and chief executive, said the car industry has reached a “fork in the road” in the choice between short-term profits and the heavy investments, particularly in software, that will be required to survive.

In an interview this month in London, he said many have chosen profits, ramping up the production of petrol or hybrid pickup trucks and SUVs in the US and Europe.

Much of the automotive industry in the US and Europe has lobbied to slow the transition to electric vehicles, favouring instead polluting but profitable cars with internal combustion engines.

The retreat has been particularly striking in the US, where Donald Trump’s administration has gutted incentives to produce and buy EVs. Ford, General Motors, Honda, Stellantis and Volkswagen, all of which have large US operations, have collectively written off more than $70bn (£53bn) from their previous EV investments, according to Reuters.

Workers on the production line at Rivian’s headquarters in California. Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty ImagesScaringe said the decisions to focus on profitable petrol cars could come back to haunt manufacturers.

He said: “That looks really good financially for 2026, 2027, maybe even 2028. But as you get to the end of the 2020s and into the 2030s, I think we’re going to find a lot of companies are unfortunately woefully behind in terms of their technology.”

The turn against EVs has led to uncertainty over demand for Rivian, which has just started deliveries of its R2 SUV in the US. The car is “make or break” for the company as it tries to turn a profit for the first time, Scaringe said.

RJ Scaringe says focusing on the profitable petrol cars could come back to haunt manufacturers. Photograph: Kimberly White/Getty Images for RivianRivian was founded in 2009, and delivered its first electric vehicle in 2021, the same year as it floated on the stock market.

Rivian lost $3.6bn in 2025 amid heavy investment in the R2 and in autonomous driving abilities. After its market value soared above $100bn at its initial public offering, the carmaker has dropped back to $21bn – although Scaringe could be in line for share awards worth as much as $5bn if he can push the share price to targets well above its all-time high.

Rivian lost $3.6bn in 2025 amid heavy investment in the R2 and in autonomous driving abilities. Photograph: RivianScaringe said the “the more damaging and more dangerous aspect” of the turn against EVs was not the delayed transition from petrol engines to batteries but rather the failure to develop the software that increasingly controls every aspect of the vehicle.

He said petrol cars were stuck with a design that scatters computer chips throughout the car – from the engine to the seats and wing mirrors – rather than a centralised architecture that can be easily modified. Relying instead on a single computer reduces production costs by “thousands of dollars”, Scaringe said.

Rivian’s heavy investment in digital technology and software has at least partly paid off. Alongside the Amazon investment, which includes a deal for up to 100,000 delivery vans, Rivian and Germany’s Volkswagen agreed a $5.8bn electric tech and software joint venture in 2024, and Uber invested $1.25bn in a deal that could also lead to the sale of 50,000 robotaxis.

Scaringe said Rivian could help to increase the take-up of EVs in the US despite the White House backlash. Electric cars made up 7.8% of all US car sales in 2025, and Scaringe said the R2 alone could eventually increase the market share by three or four percentage points.

“The objective is to be a very large company” with annual sales in the millions, Scaringe said.

Scaringe said he was sceptical of carmakers’ claims that buyers do not want EVs, but rather that the dominance of Tesla’s Model 3 saloon car and Model Y SUV in the US was a “sign of a market starved for great choices”. Chinese carmakers dominate the global EV industry but are locked out of the US by prohibitive tariffs.

Rivian is also aiming to sell the R2 in the UK and mainland Europe, although that will not happen for at least a year.

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

Over the past month, shares of this home construction supplier have returned +7.2%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -1.4% change. During this period, the Zacks Building Products - Wood industry, which Louisiana-Pacific falls in, has gained 7.6%. The key question now is: What could be the stock's future direction?

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

Revisions to Earnings EstimatesRather than focusing on anything else, we at Zacks prioritize evaluating the change in a company's earnings projection. This is because we believe the fair value for its stock is determined by the present value of its future stream of earnings.

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

Louisiana-Pacific is expected to post earnings of $0.64 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of -35.4%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate remained unchanged.

For the current fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $2 points to a change of -24.5% from the prior year. Over the last 30 days, this estimate has remained unchanged.

For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $4.11 indicates a change of +105.4% from what Louisiana-Pacific is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has remained unchanged.

Having a strong externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool, the Zacks Rank, offers a more conclusive picture of a stock's price direction in the near term, since it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. Due to the size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, Louisiana-Pacific is rated Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).

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

12 Month EPS

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

For Louisiana-Pacific, the consensus sales estimate for the current quarter of $683 million indicates a year-over-year change of -9.5%. For the current and next fiscal years, $2.57 billion and $3.03 billion estimates indicate -5% and +17.8% changes, respectively.

Last Reported Results and Surprise HistoryLouisiana-Pacific reported revenues of $574 million in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of -20.7%. EPS of $0.38 for the same period compares with $1.27 a year ago.

Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $572.45 million, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +0.27%. The EPS surprise was +322.22%.

Over the last four quarters, Louisiana-Pacific surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times. The company topped consensus revenue estimates three times over this period.

ValuationNo investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock's valuation. Whether a stock's current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company's growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.

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

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

Louisiana-Pacific is graded C on this front, indicating that it is trading at par with its peers. Click here to see the values of some of the valuation metrics that have driven this grade.

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

Rocket Lab Corp (NASDAQ:RKLB) is trading 1.5% higher at $81.91 before the bell today, after NASA selected the company to provide three Electron launches, including the PolSIR and TSIS-2 missions. This will expand the company's government ties into defense work even further.

RKLB has struggled since tapping a late-May record high of $151. Should this morning's gains hold, RKLB will snap a five-day losing streak, which yesterday ushered the shares back below the 100-day moving average for the first time since April.

Despite its recent retreat, Rocket Lab stock remains 15% higher year to date. Plus, this recent downward momentum was likely imminent, as the stock's 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 25 sits firmly in "oversold" territory. 

The options pits are pricing in relatively low volatility expectations, too, per RKLB's Schaeffer's Volatility Index (SVI) of 85%, which sits in the 12th percentile of its annual range. Even further, the stock's Schaeffer's Volatility Scorecard (SVS) of 85 out of 100 indicates it has consistently exceeded those expectations during the past year.

Incyte (Nasdaq: INCY) today announced that the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has issued a positi

- Business Insider Taiwan's YouTube channel has surpassed 50,000 subscribers less than one year after launch
- The platform's website is expected to surpass 500,000 monthly visits for the first time in June 2026
- Approximately 40% of total views now come from audiences outside Taiwan

Tokyo, Japan--(Newsfile Corp. - June 26, 2026) - TNL Mediagene (NASDAQ: TNMG) (the "Company"), a technology and digital media company providing AI-driven advertising, marketing technology, content commerce and data analytics solutions, and operating multi-language digital media brands across Asia, today reported strong first-year growth for Business Insider Taiwan, the Chinese-language edition it launched in 2025 as part of its AI-assisted multilingual expansion strategy.

Business Insider Taiwan was launched to extend the Company's established Business Insider Japan franchise into Chinese-speaking markets, applying the audience and operational know-how built in Japan to a new language market. The brand's early trajectory reflects the Company's broader strategy of pairing globally recognized media brands with local editorial expertise and AI-enabled workflows to build scalable audience and content growth across markets.

Business Insider Taiwan's YouTube channel, launched in July 2025, has surpassed 50,000 subscribers and one million views less than a year after launch. The media brand's website, launched in September 2025, has continued to grow month over month and is on track to surpass 500,000 monthly visits for the first time in June 2026, nearly doubling from the previous month and marking a new record for the brand.

The audience is increasingly international. Approximately 40% of total views now come from outside Taiwan, and nearly one-third of total viewing hours are generated by international audiences in Hong Kong, North America, Southeast Asia, and other Chinese-speaking markets — evidence that a locally produced edition can serve a global Chinese-speaking readership.

From an operational perspective, the growth has been supported by AI-assisted localization workflows integrated with human editorial review. Combining technology with editorial judgment has allowed the Company to increase publishing efficiency and accelerate the delivery of global stories to local audiences while expanding content output and maintaining editorial quality and depth.

"Business Insider Taiwan demonstrates how a trusted global media brand can be expanded into a new language market when you combine local editorial expertise with AI-assisted operations. The progress achieved so far provides encouraging evidence that these capabilities can help accelerate audience growth, support new monetization opportunities, and strengthen the long-term value of trusted media brands," said Joey Chung, Co-Founder & President of TNL Mediagene.

"Our goal is not simply to translate global stories, but to make them meaningful and relevant for Chinese-speaking audiences. By combining original reporting, editorial judgment, and AI-assisted workflows, we are able to deliver broader international perspectives while dedicating more resources to analysis, context, and locally relevant storytelling," said April Lin, Editor-in-Chief of Business Insider Taiwan.

The Company views the growth of Business Insider Taiwan as an encouraging example of how established global media brands can be successfully expanded into new language markets through a combination of editorial expertise, AI-assisted operations, and platform-native distribution. The initiative reflects the Company's broader strategy of combining trusted brands, technology-enabled operations, and audience-focused innovation to create scalable growth opportunities across markets.

About TNL Mediagene

Headquartered in Tokyo, TNL Mediagene (NASDAQ: TNMG) is a technology company providing AI-powered advertising, marketing technology, content commerce, and data analytics solutions to brands and agencies across Asia. Formed in May 2023 through the merger of Japan's Mediagene Inc. and Taiwan's The News Lens Co., Ltd., the Company combines advertising and marketing technology platforms with a portfolio of established digital media brands to deliver integrated solutions for the evolving digital landscape.

The Company's technology offerings include AI-driven advertising, marketing and digital studio services, content commerce, and advanced data analytics capabilities. These solutions are supported by the Company's well-established multi-language digital media brands in Japanese, Chinese, and English, spanning business, technology, lifestyle, and culture, which provide audience engagement and first-party data.

Known for its appeal to younger audiences, and high-quality content, TNL Mediagene has approximately 480 employees with offices in Japan and Taiwan.

https://www.tnlmediagene.com/

About Business Insider Taiwan

Business Insider Taiwan delivers the latest business news, industry trends, technological innovations, and international financial reporting. Through in-depth analysis of both global and local developments, Mandarin-speaking readers worldwide gain critical business intelligence and actionable insights for decision-making.

https://www.businessinsider.tw/

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Investors in Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL - Free Report) need to pay close attention to the stock based on moves in the options market lately. That is because the July 17, 2026 $200.00 Call had some of the highest implied volatility of all equity options today.

What is Implied Volatility?Implied volatility shows how much movement the market is expecting in the future. Options with high levels of implied volatility suggest that investors in the underlying stocks are expecting a big move in one direction or the other. It could also mean there is an event coming up soon that may cause a big rally or a huge sell-off. However, implied volatility is only one piece of the puzzle when putting together an options trading strategy.

What do the Analysts Think?Clearly, options traders are pricing in a big move for Kinsale Capital, but what is the fundamental picture for the company? Currently, Kinsale Capital is a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) in the Insurance - Property and Casualty Industry that ranks in the Top 38% of our Zacks Industry Rank. Over the last 60 days, one analyst has increased his earnings estimate for the current quarter, while two have dropped their estimates. The net effect has taken our Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current quarter to move from $5.02 per share to $4.99 per share in the same time period.

Given the way analysts feel about Kinsale Capital right now, this huge implied volatility could mean there’s a trade developing. Oftentimes, options traders look for options with high levels of implied volatility to sell premium. This is a strategy many seasoned traders use because it captures decay. At expiration, the hope for these traders is that the underlying stock does not move as much as originally expected.

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OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Marqeta, Inc. (NASDAQ: MQ), the modern card issuing platform, today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast to discuss second quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:30 pm ET. Hosting the call will be Mike Milotich, Chief Executive Officer, and Patti Kangwankij, Chief Financial Officer. A press release with the second quarter 2026 financial results will be issued after the market closes that same day.

The conference call will be webcast live from Marqeta’s investor relations website at https://investors.marqeta.com/. A replay will be available on the investor relations website following the call.

About Marqeta

Marqeta makes it possible for companies to build and embed financial services into their branded experience—and unlock new ways to grow their business and delight users. The Marqeta platform puts businesses in control of building financial solutions, enabling them to turn real-time data into personalized, optimized solutions for everything from consumer loyalty to capital efficiency. With compliance and security built-in, Marqeta’s platform has been proven at scale, processing nearly $400 billion in annual payments volume in 2025. Marqeta is certified to operate in more than 40 countries worldwide and counting. Visit www.marqeta.com to learn more.

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Choosing between a profitable veteran and a high-growth specialist often defines the journey for investors in NICE (NICE +1.93%) and Workiva (WK +4.12%) as they evaluate the better buy today.

NICE specializes in automating customer service through artificial intelligence, while Workiva provides a unified cloud platform for complex financial and regulatory reporting. Though they serve different corporate needs, both companies are competing for central roles in the digital transformation of modern enterprise operations.

The case for NICENICE focuses on providing AI-powered customer experience platforms that automate engagements and support contact-center operations worldwide. The company serves organizations in more than 150 countries, offering tools for digital messaging, intelligent routing, and workforce engagement to streamline how businesses interact with their clients. By integrating artificial intelligence into its core products, the company helps organizations handle high volumes of customer inquiries with less manual intervention. This strategy positions the firm as a key player among tech stocks that help businesses reduce costs through automation.

In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $2.9 billion, representing a growth rate of approximately 7.7% over the previous year. The company reported a net income of close to $612.1 million for the same period, which is the total profit remaining after all expenses are paid. This performance resulted in a net margin of roughly 20.8%, which measures the percentage of revenue that turns into actual profit. This trend of rising net income reflects the company's ability to scale its cloud services while maintaining a disciplined approach to its spending.

As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio was 0.0x, meaning the company carries no debt relative to its shareholder equity. The current ratio stands at approximately 1.6x, indicating the company has $1.60 in current assets for every $1.00 in short-term liabilities. Free cash flow for FY 2025 was nearly $703.2 million, which is the cash a company generates after accounting for the money spent to maintain or expand its asset base. Note that stock-based compensation represented roughly 20.2% of operating cash flow, which inflates reported cash generation since this is a non-cash expense added back in the cash flow statement.

The case for WorkivaWorkiva provides a cloud-based platform designed for connected reporting and compliance across various workflows, including financial reporting and sustainability. The company serves over 6,600 organizations globally, including more than 85% of the Fortune 1,000, making it a standard for complex data management. However, more than 35% of its total revenue comes from customers using the platform specifically for SEC filings, which adds a layer of risk to the business. To mitigate this, the company is expanding its focus into environmental, social, and governance reporting to capture new regulatory demand.

For FY 2025, revenue hit close to $884.6 million, showing a robust growth rate of nearly 19.7% compared to the prior year. Despite this strong top-line expansion, the company reported a net loss of approximately $26.2 million for the fiscal year. This resulted in a net margin of roughly -3.0%, although this is an improvement from the deeper net losses recorded in earlier years. The focus for the company remains on capturing market share in the compliance space, even as it works toward consistent bottom-line profitability.

As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the current ratio is roughly 1.6x, suggesting a healthy ability to cover short-term financial obligations. Free cash flow for FY 2025 was approximately $138.0 million, representing the cash remaining after capital expenditures.

Risk profile comparisonNICE faces significant competition from large enterprise software providers and specialized technology firms that are also integrating generative AI into customer service tools. If the company fails to maintain its technological edge, it could see its market share erode as competitors offer lower-priced or more integrated solutions. Furthermore, as an international company, it is sensitive to fluctuations in global economic conditions that might cause large organizations to delay or reduce their spending on software upgrades. The rapid pace of innovation in artificial intelligence requires constant investment to prevent its platforms from becoming obsolete.

Workiva carries a heavy concentration risk, as over 35% of its revenue depends on customers using its platform for SEC filings, making it vulnerable to changes in financial reporting regulations. The company also faces intense competition from Microsoft and other diversified enterprise providers that may offer competing reporting tools within their existing software suites. Because it relies heavily on Amazon and its AWS infrastructure, any service disruptions or price hikes from its cloud provider could impact operations. Additionally, the company must manage complex global data privacy laws like GDPR, as a data breach involving sensitive financial information could lead to severe legal and financial penalties.

Valuation comparisonNICE currently trades at a significant discount to both Workiva and the broader tech sector based on its projected earnings and revenue multiples.

MetricNICEWorkivaSector BenchmarkForward P/E7.8x16.1x36.4xP/S ratio1.7x3.0xn/aSector benchmark uses the SPDR XLK sector ETF.
Valuation metrics sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and may differ from other data providers.

I'd go with Workiva. NICE is a well-established, profitable business with a strong foothold in AI-powered customer experience software, and its AI annual recurring revenue is growing at an impressive clip. But the stock has had a rough stretch, weighed down by weaker-than-expected revenue guidance and analyst price target cuts. For a company of its size and maturity, that's a harder story to get excited about right now.

Workiva, meanwhile, is hitting its stride. The company just crossed the billion-dollar revenue threshold, subscription revenue is growing at a healthy rate, and management raised its full-year outlook after a strong first quarter. And its platform sits at the center of enterprise compliance and reporting. This may not be the flashiest niche, but an incredibly sticky one.

The stock has pulled back quite a bit in 2026, which makes the entry point more attractive than it's been in a while. For a patient investor, that kind of setup is worth paying attention to.

The modern electric grid faces a severe supply problem. As automated industries and distribution hubs expand, creating massive power demands, traditional energy networks are reaching their limits. Investors who once viewed clean energy as a speculative, high-cost venture are now witnessing a structural realignment.

A powerful combination of state-backed credit and long-term corporate commitments drives this change. By looking closely at the fundamental capital stacks of these energy systems, a clear picture emerges: the financial risks that historically depressed the nuclear sector are fading. This shift is turning clean energy investments into highly visible, compounding cash flow engines.

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How Government Backstops Protect Private EquityThe main hurdle for any nuclear project is the immense upfront capital expenditures, known as CapEx. To address this bottleneck, the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Dominance Financing recently issued a $17.5 billion conditional loan commitment under the American Nuclear Supply Chain Loans program. This program funds up to five key projects, accelerating the construction of 10 Westinghouse AP1000 reactors nationwide.

Instead of offering direct government handouts, the program relies on a co-investment structure. To access low-interest federal capital, both Westinghouse and its utility partners must establish joint-venture special-purpose vehicles, with each partner committing $500 million in upfront cash equity. This structure ensures that only highly capitalized players can participate. By matching $1 billion in private equity per project site with low-cost federal debt, the program lowers the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) for new reactors. This financial de-risking makes nuclear projects attractive to institutional funds seeking stable, long-term returns.

Cameco Powers Up Westinghouse to Capture the Supply FlowThis federal program directly benefits the nuclear supply chain, starting with fuel providers. Through its 49% ownership of Westinghouse, Cameco NYSE: CCJ gains a highly visible, multi-decade backlog of orders for reactor equipment, services, and fuel-cycle services.

Cameco Today

$103.09 -0.49 (-0.47%)

As of 09:49 AM Eastern

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52-Week Range$68.96▼

$135.24Dividend Yield0.16%

P/E Ratio95.46

Price Target$147.42

To assess Cameco's capacity to fund its share of these joint venture equity requirements, investors can look to its exceptionally strong balance sheet. Cameco maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14 and a current ratio of 3.08. This minimal debt burden allows Cameco to meet its upfront cash commitments without diluting its equity or relying on expensive commercial loans.

While its trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 97 represents a premium valuation, this premium is supported by structural supply-side moves, including its acquisition of an increased 57.4% stake in the high-grade Cigar Lake mine and the full production restart of its McArthur River assets. These moves ensure Cameco retains strong pricing power as fuel demand accelerates.

Walmart Plugs Into Constellation Energy for PowerWhile federal loans address front-end construction risks, long-term corporate contracts are securing backend revenues. A major retail sector giant recently verified this trend. Walmart NYSE: WMT signed a historic 15-year power purchase agreement, or PPA, with Constellation Energy NASDAQ: CEG to buy 176 MW of clean electricity from the Dresden Clean Energy Center in Illinois. This agreement spans two staggered terms, beginning in 2029 and 2030, to support Walmart's automated distribution facility in Belvidere, Illinois.

Walmart Today

$117.41 +1.63 (+1.41%)

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52-Week Range$94.23▼

$135.15Dividend Yield0.84%

P/E Ratio41.20

Price Target$138.85

This agreement shows that the race for secure, round-the-clock power is expanding beyond major tech firms like Microsoft NASDAQ: MSFT and into mainstream retail logistics. From a fundamental standpoint, the deal is highly efficient. It includes 30 MW of expanded capacity generated through planned uprates, which are efficiency upgrades that increase output from existing, fully licensed reactors.

This approach allows Constellation Energy to expand its power generation with minimal capital outlay, boosting its operating earnings and its current return on equity of 16.81%.

This high-return model supports Constellation Energy's impressive projections, with free cash flow expected to rise from $8.4 billion in 2026–2027 to $11.5-$13.0 billion in 2028–2029.

Separating Headline Noise From Structural Balance SheetsAny long-term energy investment faces real-world hurdles. Regulatory approvals, grid connection queues, and regional supply chain bottlenecks can still slow down reactor construction. In the near term, utility stocks have faced some downward pressure.

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Constellation Energy

$264.27 -4.42 (-1.65%)

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52-Week Range$240.51▼

$412.70Dividend Yield0.65%

P/E Ratio22.96

Price Target$370.64

For example, Constellation Energy's stock price has declined 22% year-to-date, driven by 2026 earnings guidance of $11 to $12 per share, which fell slightly below the most optimistic Wall Street projections.

In another development, a federal grand jury recently indicted engineering manager Casey Muggleston of Constellation Energy for a $1.4 million insider trading scheme related to the Three Mile Island restart.

While this creates temporary headline risk, it does not alter Constellation Energy's underlying cash flows or its long-term corporate contracts.

Investors should focus on the fundamental cash-generation power of these operating fleets rather than short-term headline volatility.

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DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC (PRNewsfoto/DOMA Perpetual) DOMA ASSERTS THAT THE $16.20 PER SHARE OFFER MATERIALLY UNDERVALUES INMODE AND ITS LONG-TERM POTENTIAL

DOMA BELIEVES THE BID EXPLOITS THE DEPRESSED VALUATIONS CREATED BY YEARS OF CEO-LED UNDERPERFORMANCE

DOMA EXPLICITLY REJECTS THE CURRENT TERMS AND URGES THE BOARD TO UPLHOLD ITS FIDUCIARY DUTIES

, /PRNewswire/ -- DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC, a significant stockholder of InMode Ltd. (NYSE: INMD) ("InMode"), today sent a letter to the Board of Directors of InMode (the "Board").

The letter can be downloaded here

The full text of the letter follows:

June 26, 2026

To the Board Member of InMode:

As of the date of this letter, DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC ("DOMA") and its affiliates beneficially own approximately 4.63% of the outstanding ordinary shares of InMode Ltd. ("InMode" or the "Company").

We are writing as a concerned shareholder regarding the recently proposed acquisition of the Company led by the Chief Executive Officer in partnership with a group of investors. The circumstances surrounding this proposal raise serious concerns about conflicts of interest, governance, the Board's fiduciary responsibilities, and the fairness of the proposed transaction.

We believe the proposal materially undervalues the Company, particularly in light of its long-term potential and intrinsic assets. It is difficult to ignore that this proposal also follows a long period of operational underperformance under the current CEO's leadership. We have previously asked the Board, in a public communication dated May 9, 2025, to replace the CEO precisely because of his sustained underperformance, and that same CEO now appears positioned to benefit from the proposed transaction.1 In our view, these circumstances warrant close scrutiny, and DOMA reserves all of its rights in connection with the proposed transaction.

We strongly believe the proposal would allow management to capitalize on a depressed valuation that developed during its own stewardship and that, in our view, management's performance helped create. Such dynamics are deeply troubling from a governance perspective.

The Board has fiduciary obligations to act in the best interests of all shareholders, not management or any specific investor group. In this context, we urge the Board to take the following actions:

Establish a fully independent special committee with no ties to management to evaluate the proposal. Retain international independent financial and legal advisors to conduct a rigorous valuation and fairness assessment. Conduct a broad and transparent market check inviting public offers to determine whether superior offers exist. Ensure that shareholders are provided with full and fair disclosure regarding the process, assumptions, and any potential conflicts of interest. Any transaction that allows insiders to acquire the Company at a price influenced by their own stewardship must be subject to the highest level of scrutiny. Failure to do so could expose the Company and the Board to significant shareholder value destruction, as well as reputational and legal risk.

Shareholders rely on the Board to uphold strong governance standards and to protect against precisely this type of conflicted transaction. I trust that you will take these responsibilities seriously and act accordingly.

At the current offer of $16.20/share DOMA does not support the proposal and intends to vote against the transaction.

Sincerely,

Pedro Escudero
CEO & CIO
DOMA Perpetual Capital Management LLC

This letter has been prepared by DOMA. The views expressed herein reflect DOMA's opinions and are based on publicly available information regarding the Company. DOMA recognizes that the Company or others may have information not available to DOMA that could lead them to disagree with DOMA's views or conclusions. DOMA reserves the right to change or modify its views, opinions, intentions, or positions at any time and for any reason, and disclaims any obligation to update or revise the information contained herein, except as may be required by applicable law.

This letter was not prepared by, and has not been endorsed by, InMode Ltd. This letter is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security, or as a recommendation to purchase or sell any security. DOMA is not currently soliciting proxies, consents, authorizations, or voting commitments with respect to any securities of the Company. One or more funds managed by DOMA currently beneficially own shares of the Company.

Certain statements in this letter may constitute forward-looking statements. These statements reflect DOMA's current views and expectations, speak only as of the date hereof, and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that could cause actual results or developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied.

PR Newswire, May 9, 2025, DOMA Perpetual Sends Letter Urging Board of Directors of InMode Ltd. to Resume Share Repurchase Program (urging the Board, among other actions, to replace the Chief Executive Officer), https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/doma-perpetual-sends-letter-urging-board-of-directors-of-inmode-ltd-to-resume-share-repurchase-program-302451097.html SOURCE DOMA Perpetual