U.S. Food and Staples Retail Stock News

In its most recent report, F5 announced third quarter revenue of US$780 million, representing 12% year-over-year growth, driven by a 26% increase in product revenue and raising its full-year revenue outlook above analyst expectations. This was the largest beat of analyst estimates and the most significant upward full-year guidance revision among peers in the content delivery sector, signaling business momentum compared to competitors like Cloudflare, Akamai, and Fastly. We'll examine how...

In recent days, public comments by Apollo Global Management CEO Marc Rowan emphasized a shift away from traditional investing models, highlighting the rapid rise of private markets and private credit, while the firm also appointed Yasuo Kashiwagi as Head of Japan to further its local expansion. Rowan’s views on the changing investment landscape have further intensified market interest in private asset managers, as institutions reconsider portfolio allocations and the lines between public and...

J. M. Smucker reported first-quarter results for the period ended July 31, 2025, posting US$2.11 billion in sales and a net loss of US$43.9 million, while also raising full-year sales and earnings guidance for 2026 to reflect higher price realization despite divestitures of Voortman® and certain snack brands. Although the company faced a quarterly net loss, its updated outlook now forecasts stronger comparable net sales, highlighting a focus on price-driven revenue growth amid shifting...

nVent Electric plc recently announced it has leased a new 117,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Blaine, MN to expand production of data center solutions, including liquid cooling products, with operations set to begin in early 2026. This marks nVent's second facility expansion in two years to address surging demand from data center customers and is expected to create over 325 jobs between the new Blaine space and the previously expanded Anoka, MN site. We'll explore how nVent's...

AST SpaceMobile announced that its first Block 2 BlueBird satellite, BlueBird 6, is now fully assembled and undergoing final testing ahead of shipment, while 20 of its satellites have received conditional launch approval from the FCC as of early September 2025. This milestone marks tangible progress toward building a space-based mobile network, advancing AST SpaceMobile’s plans to expand connectivity through space-based direct-to-mobile technology. We’ll examine how FCC approval for...

Hilton Worldwide Holdings has expanded its exclusive partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), now including over 450 hotels in 12 new countries, according to an announcement from SLH. This collaboration has led to a very large rise in booking traffic for participating properties and enables Hilton Honors members to earn and redeem points at unique luxury destinations worldwide. We'll explore how Hilton’s expanded global luxury footprint through the SLH partnership could...

American Airlines recently reported its second quarter results, with revenues exceeding analyst expectations but issuing earnings guidance for the full year and next quarter that fell significantly short of forecasts. This contrast between strong revenue performance and weaker profitability outlook adds complexity for investors considering the airline's future operating environment. We'll explore how American Airlines' earnings guidance miss affects the company's investment narrative and...

Virco Mfg ( NASDAQ:VIRC ) Second Quarter 2026 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: US$92.1m (down 15% from 2Q 2025...

On September 4, 2025, Palantir Technologies announced a five-year expansion of its partnership with Lear Corporation, enabling broader adoption of Palantir's Foundry, Warp Speed manufacturing operating system, and Artificial Intelligence Platform across Lear’s global operations. This expanded partnership has been central to Lear's IDEA program, producing over US$30 million in savings during the first half of 2025 and significantly advancing efficiency and innovation for more than 11,000...

PagerDuty announced the appointment of Todd McNabb as Chief Revenue Officer, effective September 29, 2025, bringing more than 25 years of experience in scaling enterprise organizations, alongside reporting a return to profitability with second quarter sales of US$123.41 million and net income of US$9.78 million. The return to profitability and leadership change highlight PagerDuty’s operational progress and sharpen its focus on revenue growth and retention. We'll explore how Todd McNabb's...

DiDi Global recently reported its earnings for the second quarter and first half of 2025, revealing sales of CNY 56.40 billion for the quarter and CNY 109.67 billion for the half year, alongside a move from net income to net loss in both periods. While revenue experienced year-on-year growth, the company shifted from profits to losses, indicating that higher sales have not translated into improved profitability. We'll examine how DiDi's revenue growth alongside the return to losses may...

Goldman Sachs and T. Rowe Price recently announced a major collaboration to provide diversified public and private market investment solutions, with Goldman planning to invest up to US$1 billion in T. Rowe Price stock for a 3.5% equity stake. This alliance stands out by aiming to broaden access to private markets for retirement and wealth investors, signaling a significant shift toward integrated, co-branded offerings between two leading financial firms. We'll explore how this new...

On September 5, 2025, Opera Limited's Chief Financial Officer Frode Fleten Jacobsen presented at Citi’s 2025 Global Technology, Media and Telecommunications Conference in New York, providing updates on Opera’s growth strategy and financial outlook. An important takeaway was Opera’s emphasis on its strengthened financial position, highlighted by raised full-year guidance, continued AI-driven growth, and ongoing integration of advanced features across its products. We'll examine how Opera’s...

Endava recently reported fourth-quarter earnings for the period ended June 30, 2025, with sales of £186.78 million and net income of £1.17 million, completing a buyback of 6,722,491 shares for US$111.2 million. Despite surpassing analyst earnings expectations, the company released cautious revenue guidance and highlighted ongoing macroeconomic pressures impacting client spending and operational stability. We'll now examine how Endava's successful share repurchase, paired with weaker...

Earlier this week, Zoom Communications was honored with an Engineering, Science & Technology Emmy® Award for its Zoom for Broadcast technology, which enables broadcasters worldwide to transmit high-quality, low-latency remote media into live television production. This distinction, combined with expanding enterprise adoption of Zoom’s employee experience platform and AI-driven offerings, highlights the company’s growing impact across both media production and corporate communications...

In early September 2025, Targa Resources launched a non-binding open season for its proposed Forza Pipeline Project in the Delaware Basin, featuring a 36-mile, 36-inch pipeline with 750 dekatherms per day of primary firm transportation service from Lea County, New Mexico to the Waha Hub in Texas. This move underscores Targa's efforts to expand natural gas transportation infrastructure linking gas processing assets to major demand centers, reflecting its focus on enhancing market access and...

Brightstar Lottery PLC recently showcased its next-generation lottery solutions at the NASPL 2025 conference, featuring advancements such as self-service and in-lane terminals, advanced vending machines, digital menu boards, and AI-driven innovations aimed at boosting player engagement and operational efficiency. Executive participation in industry panels and the company’s exclusive focus on lottery innovation highlighted its determination to drive customer growth through technology. We’ll...

In recent days, Enova International amended its secured asset-backed revolving credit facility with Bank of Montreal, increasing the total commitment to US$825 million, extending the maturity date to August 28, 2029, and reducing interest rates to improve financial flexibility and operational capacity. This move is accompanied by positive analyst commentary citing strong earnings, strategic growth initiatives, and robust financial health as reasons for their upbeat outlook on the...

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Earlier this week, Dow unveiled DOWSIL™ EG-4175 Silicone Gel, a high-reliability solution designed for advanced electric vehicle (EV) modules, photovoltaic inverters, and wind turbines, and, in partnership with Gruppo Fiori, announced progress in automotive polyurethane foam recycling technology that avoids disassembly of end-of-life vehicles. These innovations underscore Dow’s positioning in the shift toward sustainable mobility and renewable energy, as well as its growing capabilities in...

CleanSpark, Inc. recently reported unaudited operating results for August 2025, producing 657 Bitcoin and selling 533.5 Bitcoin at an average price of approximately US$113,800 each. These monthly updates provide a clear view of CleanSpark's mining output and sales performance, critical in the highly variable cryptocurrency sector. With this operational snapshot in mind, we'll consider how August's Bitcoin production and sales volumes might influence CleanSpark's investment outlook. Trump's...

Earlier this week, Cleveland-Cliffs completed an upsized US$850 million Senior Unsecured Guaranteed Notes offering maturing in 2034, with proceeds earmarked to redeem existing 2027 notes and repay borrowings under its asset-based credit facility. Alongside this debt refinancing, Cleveland-Cliffs resolved outstanding litigation with U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel without any financial settlement, potentially clearing legal uncertainties going forward. We'll explore how Cleveland-Cliffs'...

Pitney Bowes recently issued a Current Report on Form 8-K containing forward-looking statements about its cash flows and capital allocation strategies, with analysts revising fiscal 2025 earnings estimates upward and highlighting improved momentum scores. This shift in analyst outlook suggests investor interest may be responding to expectations for higher earnings, even as the company continues to face financial challenges from declining revenues and high leverage. We'll explore how the more...

In late August 2025, multiple law firms announced securities class action lawsuits against Lockheed Martin, alleging that the company made false or misleading statements about internal controls and its ability to meet contract commitments, after reporting significant pre-tax losses on classified programs across its Aeronautics and Rotary and Mission Systems segments. These legal developments have brought renewed attention to corporate governance and financial risk management practices at one...