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The smart money exited, but Wall Street did not follow. Three legendary investors—Stanley Druckenmiller, David Tepper, and Carl Icahn—unloaded positions in Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL | GOOGL Price Prediction), Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL), and Southwest Gas (NYSE: SWX) as of Q1 2026 13F disclosures, yet sell-side consensus on all three remains firmly bullish, and the stocks have continued higher since the exit quarter closed.

The Data Behind the Disconnect Let’s start with the analyst view. Alphabet has a consensus target price of $432.83, while Delta’s mean target is $82.97. The target for Southwest Gas is $99.25, and sell-side coverage on all three skews decisively bullish.

Post-exit price action confirms the call. Since the quarter ended March 31, 2026, Alphabet has gained 20.2%, Delta has climbed 36.7%, and Southwest Gas has added 2.9%. Tepper sold his final 475,000 Delta shares near $67, with the stock now changing hands at $90.65. Icahn unloaded his last 6.03 million Southwest Gas shares around $85, with the stock at $88.77. Druckenmiller zeroed out Alphabet (Class C) per Duquesne’s 13F filed May 15, 2026.

Fundamentals back the Street. Alphabet posted a 94.10% Q1 2026 EPS beat with Google Cloud revenue of $20.03 billion (up 63%) and a backlog above $460 billion. Delta’s Q1 2026 adjusted EPS rose 40% year-over-year on $14.20 billion of revenue, with guidance for a $1 billion Q2 pre-tax profit. Southwest Gas reaffirmed 2026 EPS guidance of $4.17 to $4.32 and a 12% to 14% adjusted EPS CAGR through 2030.

Bull Case vs. Bear Case Alphabet

Bull: trades at a forward P/E of 25 with 37.9% profit margins and AI monetization scaling fast. Bear: 2026 capex guidance of $180 billion to $190 billion compresses free cash flow, and Q1 net income was lifted by $36.91 billion in unrealized equity gains. Delta Air

Bull: forward P/E of 16, premium revenue up 14%, and Amex remuneration above $2 billion. Bear: stock now trades above the $82.97 consensus target, fuel costs are projected to rise about $2 billion in Q2, and management is cutting capacity growth. Southwest Gas

Bull: Great Basin open season drew 2.5 Bcf/day of bids against 0.3 Bcf/day offered, and the company is now a pure-play regulated utility with an S&P upgrade to BBB+. Bear: Q1 2026 EPS missed by 2.10%, the trailing P/E of 27 is rich for a utility, and the California rate case decision is delayed. The Verdict for Retail A 13F is a backward-looking snapshot filed roughly 45 days late. It does not disclose motive. Druckenmiller, Tepper, and Icahn likely had position-sizing, risk-management, or fund-level reasons that have nothing to do with whether the underlying business is impaired. Tepper booked a gain after entering Delta in the mid-$40s. Icahn ended a multi-year activist campaign at Southwest Gas that began in 2021. Druckenmiller is famous for rotating concentrated bets.

The gap between insider exits and Street optimism comes down to time horizon. Hedge funds manage drawdown risk on quarterly cycles. Sell-side targets reflect 12-month fundamental views, which on these three names still point higher. Alphabet’s $432.83 target implies meaningful upside. Delta and Southwest Gas both trade near or above their consensus targets, leaving less cushion.

The takeaway is that smart-money exits at these scales reflect portfolio decisions, not signals to dump. Retirement-focused holders of Alphabet have the clearest fundamental runway. Delta and Southwest Gas holders now own stocks priced at or beyond what the Street thinks they are worth, a more relevant warning signal than any 13F filing.

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Edge Case today announced it has partnered with Aurora Innovation Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) and reviewed its Safety Case, establishing a new standard for safety transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry. After a three-month audit, Edge Case confirmed Aurora's Safety Case is well-structured, substantively aligned with industry best practices, and actively maintained – emphasizing the Aurora Driver's maturity and readiness for America's highways. “Our work with Aurora.

DXC has appointed Milan Rao as CES Americas Leader to drive growth and expand business for Consulting, Applications, Data & AI and Engineering services across North & South America. Rao will help accelerate AI-led growth across digital engineering, platform modernization, and enterprise transformation. , /PRNewswire/ - DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, today announced the appointment of Milan Rao as Consulting & Engineering Services (CES) Americas Leader, effective immediately. A distinguished technology and business leader with a proven track record of driving growth across multi‑billion‑dollar IT services portfolios and delivering successful customer transformations, Milan will report to Ramnath Venkataraman, President, Consulting & Engineering Services at DXC.

DXC Welcomes Milan Rao as CES Americas Leader to Accelerate DXC Engineering, Applications, Data and AI-Led Growth In this role, Milan will lead the Americas CES business, driving growth, operational excellence, and client success across the region, deepen executive client relationships, and expand DXC's Engineering, Applications, Data & AI and consulting capabilities in priority areas. He will focus on expanding DXC's capabilities in digital engineering, AI-led transformation, and platform modernization across key industries including financial services, insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, aerospace & defense and public sector, where enterprise demand is increasing.

"Milan brings a strong combination of commercial leadership, operational rigor, and deep expertise across Applications modernization, data & AI, digital engineering and AI-led transformation," said Ramnath Venkataraman, President, Consulting & Engineering Services, DXC Technology. "He has a proven track record of leading large-scale businesses, strengthening client relationships, and delivering transformation across industries. His leadership will help accelerate our momentum in the Americas and strengthen how we deliver innovation and value for clients."

"I'm excited to join DXC at a pivotal time when enterprises are reimagining their businesses through AI, Applications modernization, data-driven decision making, and engineering innovation," said Milan Rao, CES Americas Market Leader, DXC Technology. "DXC brings together industry expertise, scale, and client relationships. I look forward to helping our clients unlock greater business value while accelerating growth across consulting, Applications, data & AI, and engineering services across the Americas."

Milan joins DXC with leadership experience spanning technology, telecom, healthcare, financial services, and digital and engineering services. Over the course of his career, he has led multi-billion-dollar portfolios and enterprise-wide transformation initiatives across global markets. Most recently, Rao served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Revenue Officer at MarketsandMarkets, where he led global revenue, sales, consulting, and operations, and previously held roles as President at Wipro and President & CEO of GE Healthcare India & South Asia.

About DXC

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations — helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernization, and Industry-Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernizes, secures, and operates some of the world's most complex technology estates. Learn more on dxc.com. 

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CHANTILLY, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CACI IDT today announced it was named the Dell Technologies Federal Marketing Partner of the Year for successfully leveraging Dell Technologies' marketing assets and collaborative ecosystem to create innovative, impactful, results-driven campaigns. As part of the 2026 Dell Technologies North America Partner of the Year Awards, CACI IDT received praise for demonstrating outstanding creativity, strategic alignment, and execution in its marketing efforts. “This rec.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Visteon Corporation (NASDAQ: VC) today announced that its board of directors has authorized a share repurchase program of $800 million of common stock expiring December 31, 2029. Visteon expects to fund the repurchases through cash available on hand in excess of operating requirements and future cash flow generation.

"We are pleased to announce this share repurchase program, which reflects both our financial strength and our commitment to delivering value for shareholders," said President and CEO Sachin Lawande. "It also signals our board's confidence in Visteon's strategy and leadership in digital cockpit, software-defined and AI-enhanced technologies reshaping our industry."

Shares may be repurchased utilizing a variety of methods, including open market purchases, accelerated share repurchase programs, privately negotiated transactions and structured repurchase transactions. Share repurchases may be suspended or discontinued at any time at the Company's discretion and are subject to the Company's discretion with respect to alternative uses of capital, as well as prevailing financial, market and industry conditions.

About Visteon

Visteon (NASDAQ: VC) is advancing mobility through innovative technology solutions that enable a software-defined future. The Company's state-of-the-art product portfolio merges digital cockpit innovations, advanced displays, AI-enhanced software solutions, and integrated EV architecture solutions. With expertise spanning passenger vehicles, commercial transportation, and two-wheelers, Visteon partners with global OEMs to create safer, cleaner, and more connected journeys. Headquartered in Van Buren Township, Michigan, Visteon operates in 17 countries, employing a global network of innovation centers and manufacturing facilities. In 2025, the Company recorded annual sales of approximately $3.77 billion and secured $7.4 billion in new business. For more information, visit visteon.com.

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uncertainties in U.S. or foreign policy regarding trade agreements, tariffs or other international trade policies and any response to such actions by foreign countries; continued and future impacts of the geopolitical conflicts and related supply chain disruptions, including but not limited to the conflicts in the Middle East, Russia and East Asia and the possible imposition of sanctions; significant and prolonged shortages of, or unrecoverable price increases in, critical components, including but not limited to semiconductors such as DRAM, particularly where such components are sourced from sole or primary suppliers; failure of the Company's joint venture partners to comply with contractual obligations or to exert influence or pressure in China; conditions within the automotive industry, including (i) the automotive vehicle production volumes and schedules of our customers, (ii) the financial condition of our customers and the effects of any restructuring or reorganization plans that may be undertaken by our customers, including work stoppages at our customers, and (iii) possible disruptions in the supply of commodities to us or our customers due to financial distress, work stoppages, natural disasters or civil unrest; our ability to satisfy future capital and liquidity requirements; including our ability to access the credit and capital markets at the times and in the amounts needed and on terms acceptable to us; our ability to comply with financial and other covenants in our credit agreements; and the continuation of acceptable supplier payment terms; our ability to access funds generated by foreign subsidiaries and joint ventures on a timely and cost-effective basis; our ability to grow our business with Chinese domestic OEMs and to compete with Chinese domestic suppliers as they expand their market-share outside of China; general economic conditions, currency exchange rates, interest rates, changes in foreign laws, regulations or trade policies, including export controls of certain parts or materials or political stability in foreign countries where Visteon procures materials, components, or supplies or where its products are manufactured, distributed, or sold; disruptions in information technology systems including, but not limited to, system failure, cyber-attack, malicious computer software (malware including ransomware), unauthorized physical or electronic access, or other natural or man-made incidents or disasters; increases in raw material and energy costs and our ability to offset or recover these costs; increases in our warranty, product liability and recall costs or the outcome of legal or regulatory proceedings to which we are or may become a party; changes in laws, regulations, policies or other activities of governments, agencies and similar organizations, domestic and foreign, that may tax or otherwise increase the cost of, prohibit, or otherwise affect, the manufacture, licensing, distribution, sale, ownership or use of Visteon's or its suppliers' products or assets; and those factors identified in our filings with the SEC (including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, as updated by our subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission). Caution should be taken not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements, which represent our view only as of the date of this release, and which we assume no obligation to update.

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When it comes to quantum computing, one of the biggest hurdles companies face is that today's systems remain very error-prone. This stems from the fact that quantum computing technology replaces fixed computing bits, which can only be 0 or 1, with qubits.

Qubits have two unique properties that give them super-fast processing speeds but also make them sensitive to external interference, leading to calculation errors. The first is that they are in a superposition state, meaning they can be 0 or 1 simultaneously until measured.

The second is that they are entangled. This allows qubits to share information instantly, accelerating complex calculations, but it also means a single error can quickly compound and corrupt the entire system.

Image source: Getty Images.

Companies are pursuing several technological approaches to build lightning-fast, fault-tolerant quantum systems. The technology that has shown the best accuracy thus far is the trapped-ion approach. The technique starts with the use of actual atoms, which by nature are identical and thus less fragile than artificial qubits. The atoms are then ionized (one electron is removed), placed in a trap, and held in place using lasers and other methods.

Two companies at the forefront of this method are IonQ (IONQ 1.42%) and Quantinuum (QNT 8.21%), which have demonstrated among the highest accuracy with their systems. IonQ has achieved 99.99% 2-qubit gate fidelity, while Quantinuum has recorded 99.9975% 1-qubit gate fidelity and 99.92% 2-qubit gate fidelity. And while those numbers sound extremely accurate, the average computer chip in your phone or computer has an error rate of far less than 1 in a quadrillion, so the technology still has a long way to go to get to where it needs to be.

Both IonQ and Quantinuum use trapped-ion technology but are taking slightly different approaches. Let's take a deeper look at both and decide which quantum computing stock is the better buy.

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IonQ's 99.99% 2-qubit gate fidelity makes it the leader in 2-qubit gate accuracy. This was a huge milestone, as 99.99% 2-qubit gate fidelity is generally the benchmark at which companies can start pursuing error-correcting techniques beyond hardware solutions.

The company's accuracy achievement can largely be attributed to its acquisition of Oxford Ionics and its proprietary Electronic Qubit Control (EQC) technology. This allowed IonQ to go from just holding its trapped ions in place with lasers to also using microwave antennas built directly on its chips. This improved stability and allowed it to shrink the size of its systems, which will become important down the road as it looks to commercialize them.

IonQ's accuracy leadership is not the only reason to like the stock, though. The company is trying to control the entire quantum ecosystem and has made acquisitions in quantum sensing, networking, and satellite transmission. It is also in the process of acquiring quantum foundry SkyWater Technology to vertically integrate its operations. This will also allow it to quickly test prototype chips and help it scale more quickly when it is ready to commercialize its systems.

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While Quantinuum slightly trails IonQ in 2-qubit fidelity, the company has eschewed embedding microwave antennas directly into its chips to hold the trapped ions in place, arguing that microwave gates are too slow compared to laser-based gates and that speeding them up would use too much power. The one big downside to using the trapped-ion method is that it is slower than other quantum computing techniques, so it makes sense that the company wouldn't want to further slow it down.

Beyond its strong accuracy, Quantinuum is also known for its robust software stack. This includes Guppy, an open-source quantum computing language that performs error correction in the code, and TKET, a quantum software development kit that acts as a universal translator. Its Nexus cloud-based operating system then ties everything together in an easy-to-use package.

The verdict Quantum computing is still in its infancy, and which technologies and companies emerge as winners is still very much in the air. I like the trapped-ion approach given its accuracy lead, but there is no guarantee it will ultimately win out.

Both IonQ and Quantinuum have similar $20 billion market caps, and if I could only choose one, it would be IonQ, given its accuracy lead and vertical integration. That said, I think investors can take small speculative positions in both stocks and keep them tucked away for the future.

, /PRNewswire/ -- The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) announced that it plans to recommend to its board of directors an increase in the quarterly cash dividend on common stock of $0.30 per share, or 18%, to $2.00 per share in the third quarter of 2026, consistent with the current capital plan approved by its board. PNC's board of directors is expected to consider this recommendation at its next scheduled meeting July 6, 2026.

PNC received the results of the Federal Reserve's 2026 Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review (CCAR). The Federal Reserve's CCAR disclosure included its estimate of PNC's minimum capital ratios for the period from the first quarter of 2026 through the first quarter of 2028 under the hypothetical Supervisory Severely Adverse scenario. Based on PNC's strong results, PNC's start to minimum Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) depletion during the stress test horizon is 0.3%, which reflects the best performance in our peer group. Consistent with the Federal Reserve's announcement Feb. 4, 2026, PNC's stress capital buffer (SCB) will be maintained at the current regulatory minimum of 2.5% until PNC and other firms receive a new SCB requirement based on the results of a supervisory stress test to be conducted in 2027, which would be effective Oct. 1, 2027. PNC's CET1 ratio of 10.1% as reported for March 31, 2026, significantly exceeds PNC's SCB-based requirement of 7.0%, which is comprised of the regulatory minimum (4.5%) plus our SCB (2.5%), reflecting PNC's continued robust capital levels.

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.

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Rising expectations for increased productivity, profitability and growth opportunities
tempered by near-term uncertainty and volatility

12-month outlook: 63% will prioritize investments over cost-cutting 6-month pause: 59% will monitor conditions for now before major decisions Comprehensive nationwide study surveyed nearly 1,200 businesses on their economic outlook, growth and hiring plans, AI impacts, tariff implications and fraud concerns

, /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Bank today released the findings from its 2026 Business Barometer, an annual study examining the outlook, priorities and decision-making of nearly 1,200 small and middle market enterprises across the United States.

This year's results point to growing confidence among business leaders that efficiency and productivity gains over the next 12 months will translate to increased profitability and greater opportunities to invest in technology, expansion and hiring between now and the middle of 2027.

2026 COLUMBIA BANK BUSINESS BAROMETER: U.S. Small and Midsize Businesses Poised for Growth, Waiting to Make Significant Moves. Fueled by a notable year-over-year improvement in the outlook of smaller enterprises, a record number of both small and middle market businesses say they are prioritizing making investments over cutting costs. However, their optimism remains measured. While businesses are confident in their 12-month outlook, 3 in 5 indicate they plan to delay major decisions for at least six months as they monitor current pressures from tariffs, inflation and rising energy costs.

"This year's study indicates that small and middle market businesses are approaching the next 12 months with relative confidence and an appetite for growth, which bodes well for the broader economy," said Tory Nixon, President of Columbia Bank. "At the same time, near-term volatility and current headwinds are real. Business leaders are ready to invest but are timing those decisions carefully."

Notable findings from Columbia Bank's 2026 Business Barometer include the following:

Advances in AI Capabilities Are Shaping Expectations for Future Growth
The survey and focus groups conducted as part of this year's study indicate that recent advances in AI capabilities are in part driving the positive 12-month outlook, even as businesses navigate economic uncertainty and cashflow constraints.

Over the next 12 months, most businesses believe AI advances will:

Increase (significantly/somewhat) productivity (96%) Increase employee satisfaction and retention (92%) Create the need for more skilled or specialized roles (89%) Deliver efficiencies so employees can focus on higher-level tasks and will increase headcount as business grows (63%) Strengthen their business overall (59%) AI is now the top investment priority and spiked significantly as a concern for both small and middle market businesses, indicating more enterprises see its fast-emerging capabilities as critical to remain competitive. One in 10 businesses believes AI advances pose a threat to their viability.

12-Month Outlook: Businesses of All Sizes Prioritize Investments over Cost-Cutting
This year's survey indicates strong and almost equal appetite from both small and middle market businesses to invest in strategic priorities that promote efficiency, growth and strengthen their competitive edge. Notwithstanding potential delays on significant investment decisions, the numbers below represent the strongest 12-month investment trajectory since the study began in 2019.

Businesses eye strong performance over the next 12 months:

72% anticipate increased demand 67% anticipate increased revenue 59% anticipate increased profitability As a result, many are also preparing to invest in their business:

89% are likely (very/somewhat) to invest in digitizing new areas 70% are likely to borrow to invest in expansion 62% are likely to increase real estate footprint 51% anticipate increasing the number of employees 36% are likely to acquire another business Cybersecurity and Fraud Threats Prove Costly, Drive Investment Priorities
More businesses are stepping up efforts to protect their operations as fraud risks evolve and exposures increase with scale. From sophisticated cyberattacks to routine check fraud, businesses are paying the price. In the past 12 months, 7 in 10 have experienced financial loss from fraud, with fake vendor scams and phishing attacks cited as the most common schemes.

43% of small businesses report losses between $5,000 and $100,000, including 23% with losses exceeding $10,000 22% of middle market companies report losses in excess of $50,000 Cybersecurity ranks as a top three investment priority, and businesses of all sizes are planning to invest in related fraud safeguards.

44% will upgrade payment or authentication technology 42% will work with their bank to implement fraud protection solutions, such as positive pay, payee positive pay and ACH positive pay 41% will implement stricter vendor verification processes "While cybersecurity and fraud prevention are investment priorities for businesses, our research indicates that half or fewer have implemented many of the most common fraud prevention tools such as stronger authentication safeguards and eliminating physical checks from their payment processes," said Kathryn Albright, Head of Global Payments and Deposits at Columbia Bank. "As companies prepare to invest in growth, it's imperative they also invest in protecting their operations, strengthening payment systems and enhancing their ability to manage increasingly complex fraud risks."

The Biggest Tariff Impact: Implementation Volatility, Not Price Tag
While negative tariff impacts skew towards middle market companies with larger operations, input from leaders in both segments indicates that the unpredictability of tariff implementation has been more challenging than direct tariff costs. Delays, exemptions and shifting percentage amounts have made planning difficult. To manage actual tariff-related costs, businesses have employed numerous strategies. Small businesses are more likely than the middle market to pass increases on to customers, while middle market companies are more likely to cover costs with loans or lines of credit and to delay investments and hiring decisions.

67% of small businesses say tariffs either had no impact (36%) or benefited (31%) them 48% of middle market companies say tariffs have been harmful 85% of businesses expect tariff volatility to remain a significant factor for at least one year, while 40% say three or more years 74% of all businesses that have paid tariffs will seek a refund To download Columbia Bank's 2026 Business Barometer, visit: columbiabank.com/business-barometer

Survey Methodology
The Columbia Bank 2026 Business Barometer, conducted annually, surveyed 1,186 owners, executives and financial decision-makers from U.S. small and middle market businesses. The online survey was conducted in partnership with DHM Research, a public policy and business research firm, and targeted leaders at companies with $500,000 to $500 million in annual revenue. The survey, which did not filter for Columbia Bank customers, has a 2.7% margin of error and was fielded from April 28 to May 7, 2026.

About Columbia Bank
Columbia Bank is an award-winning preeminent regional bank with offices in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. It combines the resources, sophistication, and expertise of a national bank with a commitment to deliver superior, personalized service. The bank supports consumers and businesses through a full suite of services, including retail and commercial banking, Small Business Administration lending, institutional and corporate banking, and equipment leasing. Columbia Bank customers also have access to comprehensive investment and wealth management expertise as well as healthcare and private banking through Columbia Wealth Management. Columbia Bank is the principal subsidiary of Columbia Banking System, Inc. (Nasdaq: COLB). Learn more at columbiabank.com and columbiabankingsystem.com.

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Partnership helps agencies improve access to trusted data without rebuilding systems

, /PRNewswire/ -- Federal agencies are under pressure to deliver faster insights, stronger governance, and capabilities to support AI and analytics, but critical data often remains trapped across disconnected systems. Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) and The Modern Data Company are partnering to help agencies connect, organize and apply that data without major system overhauls.

The collaboration brings DataOS®, Modern Data's AI-native data operating system, into Leidos' HeadWay Mission OS™ — a modular AI platform built to enable agencies to unify data, generate insights and automate complex missions. Rather than replacing existing platforms, DataOS adds a secure layer that links data between cloud and on-premise systems, giving customers a consistent way to access and use it.

Leidos uses the integrated solution to help agencies turn fragmented data from disconnected environments into secure, reusable data products that teams can quickly put to work for AI and analysis. Built on open standards, the approach helps agencies create a more unified view of data while shortening implementation timelines. It also applies consistent rules, tracking and controls so data stays secure, compliant and reliable.

"Our customers need results now," said Rob Linger, vice president, Information Advantage Practice at Leidos. "This partnership gives agencies a practical path to becoming AI-ready without waiting years for migration projects to be completed. We're helping them unlock data that's been difficult to access and use while protecting the systems that already work."

Leidos will embed DataOS at the core of HeadWay Mission OS™ to power repeatable mission solutions and shorten development cycles.

"Government agencies and enterprises don't need to replace their infrastructure to apply AI at scale," said Saurabh Gupta, president and CEO of The Modern Data Company. "This partnership with Leidos brings DataOS into mission-critical environments where it can activate data across legacy systems, accelerating AI deployment while reducing risk and cost."

Recent research highlights the urgency. The Modern Data Report 2026 found that 68% of data practitioners say their data isn't reliable enough for AI use cases, and 89% say finding the right data is among their most time-consuming tasks. The partnership addresses these challenges by simplifying access, strengthening governance and creating a trusted foundation for AI.

This partnership advances Leidos' NorthStar 2030 strategy to deliver secure, scalable digital modernization for government and commercial customers.

About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 50,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

About The Modern Data Company
The Modern Data Company is redefining data management for the AI era. The company's flagship platform, DataOS, serves as the foundational analytics and AI-ready data layer for any data stack. This unified platform gives enterprises the ability to build and deploy data products, simplify data management, and optimize data costs. DataOS frees teams to focus on driving real value from data, accelerating the journey to becoming a truly data-driven and AI-enabled organization. For more information, visit www.themoderndatacompany.com.

Certain statements in this announcement constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These statements are based on management's current beliefs and expectations and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. These statements are not guarantees of future results or occurrences. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results to be different from the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the "Risk Factors" set forth in Leidos' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026, and other such filings that Leidos makes with the SEC from time to time. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Leidos does not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect the impact of circumstances or events that arise after the date the forward-looking statements were made.

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Leidos
Brandon Ver Velde
(571) 926-1627
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The Modern Data Company
Ryan Quintana
(925) 207-2369
[email protected]

SOURCE Leidos Holdings, Inc.

ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSGP), a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics, today announced the results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the "Annual Meeting") held on June 23, 2026. Stockholders approved all proposals presented at the meeting, including overwhelming support for all director nominees and approval of the Company's advisory say-on-pay proposal. “Earlier this year, our Board, including three new directo.

Sunrun (RUN) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.

As Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRVL) stock signaled potential exhaustion of its parabolic rally in June, Finbold has uncovered its insider trading activity on June 25, 2026.

On June 23, Daniel Durn, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Marvell Technology, sold 2,250 Marvell shares, according to a Form 4 filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). With Marvell stock price hovering around $281.01 on Tuesday, Durn cashed out approximately $632,272.

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Durn filing of MRVL stock sale. Source: SEC As such, Durn has a Marvell stock trove of about 6,902 units, valued at approximately $1,909,783 at the time of publication. The recent MRVL stock sale by the company’s CFO could signal bullish exhaustion. 

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Moreover, Durn took partial profits totaling nearly 25% of his initial investment.

Marvell stock price outlook The Marvell Technology stock has rallied by more than 225% year-to-date (YTD), fueled by rising demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI). However, Marvell Technology stock has formed a potential double top since the beginning of June, signaling a near-term correction.

MRVL stock price YTD chart. Source: Finbold However, Wall Street analysts remain strongly bullish on MRVLstock, as Finbold reported. For instance, Stifel Nicolaus analyst Tore Svanberg reiterated a ‘Buy’ rating on Marvell Technology stock price and set a 12-month target of $350.

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At the time of publication, 28 Wall Street analysts who had issued ratings over the past three months had set an average 12-month price target for Marvell Technology stock of around $262.73, based on analytics from TipTanks.

As such, MRVL stock price could soon rebound and continue with a bullish outlook backed by strong fundamentals. Moreover, Durn still holds nearly 75% of his initial investment in MRVL stock, signaling a strong conviction.

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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alight, Inc. (NYSE: ALIT), a leading benefits administration provider of health, wealth and leave solutions, has received independent substantiation from the Validation Institute for Alight's Healthcare Navigation solution in the categories of Savings and Contractual Integrity. This third-party validation is based on an assessment of employer medical claims and demonstrates credible proof that Alight delivers lower-cost provider guidance while maintaining quality standa.

Wendy’s stock is charging ahead with explosive momentum. What’s fueling WEN momentum? The Meme SetupShort interest in Wendy’s sits at 37% of the float—a notably high level that has historically drawn attention from momentum-driven traders looking for asymmetric upside. The move began when user u/ElegantCombination43 drummed up support on WallStreetBets with a viral post urging traders to “save Wendy’s before it’s too late.”

A follow-up due diligence post titled “Fixing Her: A Wendy’s DD” by user Mr-Night-Owl added fuel to the fire, breaking down the company’s financials, new management, and turnaround efforts. Chatter across Reddit and other retail forums has continued to accelerate, with users drawing comparisons to past meme stock runs.

The Short Squeeze MechanicsThe CFO AppointmentWendy’s Shares Race HigherWEN Price Action: At the time of publication, Wendy’s stock is trading 9.16% higher at $ 8.58, according to data from Benzinga Pro.

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RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vontier Corporation (NYSE: VNT), a leading global provider of critical technologies and solutions to connect, manage and scale the mobility ecosystem, has been named to TIME's "World's Most Sustainable Companies 2026,” for the third year in a row. The award from TIME and Statista comes on the heels of Vontier's 2026 Sustainability Report, which announced the completion of its 2030 greenhouse gas emissions target five years early. “Being recognized by TIME as one.

Paychex's NASDAQ: PAYX stock price declined following its fiscal Q4 earnings report, as macroeconomic headwinds, hiring woes, cautious guidance, and acquisition hurdles weighed on the price action.

However, those same macroeconomic headwinds and hiring woes have yet to be reflected in the jobs data, which is a leading indicator for Paychex's business. Labor market trends, including the non-farm payrolls report and weekly jobless claims, suggest that labor markets are not only improving compared to last year but also accelerating as the year progresses.

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If this strength continues, Paychex's business quality is all but assured, suggesting its high-yielding dividend and share buybacks are safe and reliable for long-term buy-and-hold investors. Trading near long-term lows, Payx stock offers a historically high yield of nearly 5%, compounded by share buybacks.

Share buybacks are aggressive, offsetting the cost of annual increases in distributions with quarterly reductions in the share count. Trailing 12-month activity reduced the count by an average of 1.1% as of fiscal Q2, a pace that is expected to continue.

There is some risk with the dividend payment, as it is a relatively high percentage, approximately 85% of the earnings. However, the more significant metric is cash from operations, which more than covers the distributions and share buybacks, leaving room for reinvestment and balance sheet maintenance.

The balance sheet is healthy, though it reflects the impact of last year’s debt-financed Paycor acquisition. Positive cash flow will enable debt reduction over time, though, and the Paycor acquisition underpins the growth outlook.

Paychex Fiscal Q2: Stronger Than It LooksPaychex had a solid fiscal Q2, with revenue growing by more than 12.5% to over $1.60 billion. The as-expected figure appears to be a tepid showing. However, with nearly 100% of analysts lowering the targets after the prior report, the bar was set low.

Paychex results were better than the low end, where whisper targets were set. Within this, the core Management Solutions segment led, up 14%, including an 8% acquisitional impact, while the PEO segment increased by 8%. Strength was underpinned by increased headcounts and money per end-user employee.

Margin news was also good, despite the tepid comp to consensus estimates. The company improved margin throughout its stack, driving a 17% increase in adjusted operating earnings. Critical details included earnings per share, which came in at $1.32, slightly above the consensus forecast and 75 bps above expectations.

Guidance was another mixed bag, with revenue expected to align with consensus. However, at 5.5%, revenue growth is present and will be compounded by accelerated earnings growth. Adjusted earnings are forecasted to grow by 8%, and may come in above forecasts.

Institutional Activity Underpins Paychex Stock Price Bottom2026’s chart price action reflects potential for a bottom, also seen in the institutional data. Price action aligns with a Head & Shoulders pattern, while institutions, which collectively own nearly 85% of the stock, have been accumulating shares and ramping up activity. The likely outcome is that they continue to support this market at its current levels, setting the stage for a complete market reversal later this year.

Analysts are among the catalysts for this stock, with the group's trends contributing to the stock price decline over the trailing 12 months, including significant reductions in price targets. The risk is that they continue to pressure the market lower, but that seems unlikely, given the institutional activity. The more likely scenario is that analyst trends, which peg the stock as a consensus Hold, remain steady, limiting downside as the year progresses. As it stands, the consensus of 17 analysts is just over $105, sufficient to place this market above its critical resistance target.

The critical resistance target is just under $103. It aligns with the latest high, the baseline for this pattern. Assuming a new high is set and sustained, the next move will be upward, potentially reaching the $117 level in the near term. Long-term, this stock should see a full price recovery. The low price discounts a healthy growth outlook, putting it at pennies on the dollar relative to its 2030 forecast.

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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Atlassian Corporation (Nasdaq: TEAM), a leading provider of team collaboration and productivity software, has been named a Leader in the inaugural Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Developer Productivity Insight Platforms (DPIP). Notably, Atlassian (DX) was recognized for its Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision among 12 evaluated vendors. According to the report, the "primary catalyst for the market's recent acceleration is the widespread adoption of AI codi.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Investors in Prestige Consumer Healthcare (NYSE: PBH) saw the price of their shares fall over 11% on May 14, 2026 after the company revealed significant revenue declines and production problems driving the company's disappointing Q4 2026 financial results.

The surprise developments have prompted national shareholder rights firm Hagens Berman to open an investigation into whether, before May 14, Prestige was sufficiently transparent regarding its ability to remediate supply chain constraints and, if not, whether the company violated the federal securities laws.

The firm encourages Prestige investors who suffered substantial losses to submit your losses now.

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Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc. (PBH) Investigation:

Prestige develops, manufactures, markets, sells, and distributes OTC health and personal care products to a wide range of customers. Clear Eyes®, a line of eye drops that provide cooling comfort and multi-symptom relief from redness, dryness, and itchiness is one of the company's major brands.

The investigation is focused on the propriety of Prestige's pre-May 14 disclosures concerning the performance of its recently acquired Pillar5 facility which the company touted as resolving persistent Clear Eyes® supply chain constraints and returning the brand to its leading market share position.

Investors' expectations were dashed on May 13, 2026. That day, Prestige reported that its Q4 2026 revenues came in 5% lower than the year earlier quarter and 6.4% lower than the previous quarter.  

More concerning, as compared to Q4 2025, North America OTC Eye & Ear Care, the segment which Clear Eyes® falls within, reported a whopping 20.6% decrease in revenues while its International OTC reported an equally disturbing year-over-year 31.3% decrease. Similarly, these business' revenues were massively lower on a sequential basis.

During the company's earnings call the next day, management revealed that there were "Clear Eyes supply constraints" and said "as we've seen in the past of dealing with the previous owners and management at Pillar5, is what would start out as an expected one-week shutdown to do something turned into two weeks, would turn into three, which would turn into four as things either got more complex or the work got expanded[.]"

In response, the market quickly reacted, sending the price of Prestige shares significantly lower.

"Our investigation is focused on when Prestige and its management first became aware that the Pillar5 facility was not performing and whether they might have misled investors about progress in remediating Clear Eyes® supply issues," said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the firm's investigation.

If you invested in Prestige and have substantial losses, or have knowledge that will assist the firm's investigation, submit your losses now »

If you'd like more information and answers to other frequently asked questions about the firm's Prestige investigation, read more »

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Prestige should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected].

About Hagens Berman
Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs' rights complex litigation firm focusing on corporate accountability. The firm is home to a robust practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and other wrongdoings. Hagens Berman's team has secured more than $2.9 billion in this area of law. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw. 

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FORT LAUDERDALE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / June 25, 2026 / Sunshine Biopharma Inc. (NASDAQ:SBFM) (the "Company"), a leading pharmaceutical company specializing in generic and specialty prescription medications, is pleased to announce the approval of its generic Anastrozole tablets of 1mg for the Canadian market. Anastrozole is the generic equivalent of the brand name breast cancer drug, Arimidex®.

Anastrozole is a highly prescribed non-steroidal aromatase inhibitor. It works by lowering estrogen levels in the body to slow down or reverse the growth of specific breast tumors. Anastrozole is standard care for the adjuvant treatment of postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.

The global Anastrozole market size is projected to reach $2.53 billion by 2034 from $1.27 billion in 2025. The market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 7.97% during the forecast period 2026-2034 (The Insight Partners). According to IQVIA Pharmafocus 2028, the Canadian pharmaceutical market accounts for approximately 2.1% of the global pharmaceutical market and ranks as sixth largest in the world.

Sunshine Biopharma has established a robust distribution network across Canada through its wholly owned Canadian subsidiary, Nora Pharma Inc. The addition of Anastrozole to our portfolio of drugs represents a strategic expansion for the Company in breast cancer therapy. The Company anticipates that its Anastrozole will be ready to ship to pharmacies before the end of 2026.

"We are pleased to introduce Anastrozole oral tablets as the newest addition to our expanding portfolio of high-quality generic drugs," said Dr. Steve Slilaty, CEO of Sunshine Biopharma. "This approval strengthens our position in the generics market and reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering affordable medicines that patients and healthcare providers can rely on."

About Sunshine Biopharma Inc.

Sunshine Biopharma currently has 60 generic prescription drugs on the market in Canada and approximately 12 additional drugs scheduled to be launched in the remainder of 2026. In addition, Sunshine Biopharma is conducting a proprietary drug development program which is comprised of (i) K1.1 mRNA, an mRNA-Lipid Nanoparticle targeted for liver cancer, and (ii) PLpro protease inhibitor, a small molecule for treatment of SARS Coronavirus infections. For more information, please visit: www.sunshinebiopharma.com.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements which are based on current expectations, forecasts, and assumptions of Sunshine Biopharma Inc. (the "Company") that involve risks as well as uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from those anticipated or expected. These statements appear in this release and include all statements that are not statements of historical fact regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company, including statements related to the Company's drug development activities, financial performance, and future growth. These risks and uncertainties are further described in filings and reports by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Actual results and the timing of certain events could differ materially from those projected in or contemplated by the forward-looking statements due to a number of factors detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the SEC. Reference is hereby made to cautionary statements and risk factors set forth in the Company's most recent SEC filings.

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ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $avav #defense--AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) today announced the appointment of William J. Lynn III to its Board of Directors, effective June 24, 2026.“Bill's distinguished service to the nation and extensive experience in government, national security and defense technology will bring valuable insights to the Board,” said Wahid Nawabi, AV's chairman, president and chief executive officer. “His perspective as both a defense leader and public-company executive will b.

MORRISVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Extreme today expanded its wireless portfolio with the addition of Extreme Multi-Beam Wireless, the industry's first multi-beam Wi-Fi solution.

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PitchBook, a leading private capital market intelligence platform, today announced a new federated Copilot connector with Microsoft, bringing trusted private capital market data into Microsoft 365 Copilot — including Copilot in Excel, Copilot Chat, and Researcher. The connector brings trusted private capital market data into secure enterprise AI environments and enables licensed users to interact with PitchBook intelligence directly within the Microsoft 365 Suite. Thro.

ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Core & Main Announces Launch of Senior Notes Offering.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM) faces a securities class action lawsuit after revelations that one of the company's three largest Commercial Services customers (Avis Budget Group) terminated renewal negotiations. The suit seeks to represent investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Verra common stock between February 24, 2026 and May 26, 2026.

The firm encourages Verra investors who suffered substantial losses to submit your losses now. The firm also encourages persons with knowledge of events surrounding Verra's receipt of Avis' termination notice who may be able to assist the investigation to contact its attorneys.

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Class Period: Feb. 24, 2026 – May 26, 2026
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: Aug. 4, 2026
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Verra Mobility Corporation (VRRM) Securities Class Action:

The complaint alleges Verra made false and misleading statements and did not disclose important information to investors about the true state of the Verra/Avis relationship and the likelihood of Verra receiving an Avis contract renewal.

Investors' expectations were dashed when the truth was revealed on May 26, 2026. That day, Verra disclosed that it received a termination notice effective September 2026 from Avis regarding the companies' contract, that it is taking immediate actions to cut costs, adapt operations, and reposition its business, and revised its 2026 outlook that significantly deviated from that given just twenty days prior.

Verra also revealed that it was reviewing the parties' negotiations and handling of confidential information.

The news promptly sent the price of Verra shares 70% crashing lower on May 27, 2026, amputating $1.4 billion from the company's market capitalization in a single day.

Five days after the bombshell announcements, on May 31, 2026, CEO Roberts departed from his employment and from the board of directors.

"Our investigation is focused on the extent to which and when Verra and its executives knew that renegotiations with Avis were far from constructive, as the May 26 surprise reveals," said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the firm's investigation.

If you invested in Verra and have substantial losses, or have knowledge that will assist the firm's investigation, submit your losses now.

If you'd like more information and answers to other frequently asked questions about the Verra case and the firm's investigation, read more.

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Verra should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected].

About Hagens Berman
Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs' rights complex litigation firm focusing on corporate accountability. The firm is home to a robust practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and other wrongdoings. Hagens Berman's team has secured more than $2.9 billion in this area of law. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw.

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The motorhome maker posted a fiscal third-quarter profit of $14.5 million, or 51 cents a share, compared with $17.6 million, or 62 cents a share, in the same quarter a year ago.