U.S. Hospitality Stock News

DuPont de Nemours recently announced it has begun offers to exchange all outstanding senior notes for new notes, as part of preparations to separate its electronics business into a new independent company, Qnity Electronics, Inc., with a target completion date of November 1, 2025. This move reflects DuPont’s efforts to streamline its capital structure and amend key debt agreements ahead of a major portfolio shift. We'll explore how DuPont's restructuring of its senior notes in anticipation...

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International Electric Power III, LLC recently announced an agreement with Essential Utilities for investment and utility services at a 1,400-acre data center project in Greene County, Pennsylvania, involving a new 18 million gallons per day water treatment plant and energy services from Essential’s subsidiaries. This collaboration highlights Essential Utilities’ entry into the data center infrastructure sector, leveraging its expertise to support both water and energy needs for...

Earlier this week, Evercore ISI upgraded Brinker International to 'Outperform' based on its expectations for sustainable earnings growth supported by restaurant remodels, menu enhancements, and new unit openings. This upgrade was grounded in new forecasts projecting strong long-term earnings growth, highlighting the potential benefits of Brinker's operational improvements and evolving customer satisfaction. We’ll explore how Evercore ISI’s recognition of Brinker's remodel and menu programs...

Fastenal has begun operations at its newly-built, 298,000 square-foot distribution center in Magna, Utah, equipped with advanced automation to boost efficiency and serve a wide region across western North America. This consolidation from multiple rented sites into a purpose-designed facility reflects Fastenal's focus on optimizing logistics networks and supporting future expansion in the Western U.S. market. We'll now explore how this major logistics upgrade could influence Fastenal's...

Fanatics Betting and Gaming announced it has partnered with Boyd Gaming Corporation to bring Fanatics Sportsbook’s online and retail betting operations to Boyd’s Ameristar casinos in Kansas City and St. Charles, following the launch of regulated sports betting in Missouri last December. This alliance gives Boyd Gaming a direct entry into Missouri’s sports betting market, expanding its digital footprint and diversifying its revenue sources through mobile and in-person sportsbook...

On September 5, 2025, aTyr Pharma Inc saw unusually high bearish put option volume, with the Put/Call ratio rising to 1.55 and at-the-money implied volatility increasing by nearly six points as the company approaches its anticipated November 6 earnings report. This concentration of speculative bearish bets highlights heightened caution among investors, marking a period of intensified scrutiny for aTyr ahead of its key financial update. Next, we’ll explore how the surge in bearish options...

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Trip.com Group Limited recently reported second quarter 2025 earnings showing solid year-over-year growth in both revenue and net income, while also announcing a new share repurchase program of up to US$5.0 billion in ordinary shares and/or ADSs. The combination of these robust financial results and a substantial new buyback program raises confidence in the company’s ongoing business momentum and management’s outlook on future value. We will explore how the introduction of a new US$5.0...

ResMed Inc. recently presented at the World Sleep Congress in Singapore and has reported fourth quarter fiscal 2025 growth, driven by strong performance in its Mask business and a rebound in Device sales. The company's acquisition of VirtuOx in May, a leading diagnostic testing facility, highlights ResMed's efforts to strengthen its position across the sleep, respiratory, and cardiac care continuum. We'll explore how the acquisition of VirtuOx could influence ResMed's investment narrative...

Despite an already strong run, Ameresco, Inc. ( NYSE:AMRC ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 27% in the...

Insiders were net sellers of Bumble Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:BMBL ) stock during the past year. That is, insiders sold more...

Guidewire Software reported fourth-quarter earnings for the period ended July 31, 2025, with revenue rising to US$356.57 million from US$291.52 million a year earlier and net income increasing to US$51.95 million from US$16.76 million. The company also provided new guidance for fiscal 2026, projecting total revenue between US$1.39 billion and US$1.41 billion and operating income between US$68 million and US$88 million, illustrating continued confidence in future growth. We'll explore how...

The City of Peoria, Arizona recently secured 834.5 acres in a State Land Auction, with a 104-acre parcel tentatively reserved for Amkor Technology to develop an advanced semiconductor packaging and test facility as part of the Peoria Innovation Core. This collaborative land acquisition signals an intent to expand US-based advanced semiconductor capabilities and reflects growing regional competition for high-tech investment projects. We'll see how plans for a new US facility could influence...

Photronics, Inc. recently reported its third-quarter results for fiscal 2025, posting sales of US$210.39 million and net income of US$22.89 million, alongside confirming fourth-quarter revenue guidance of US$201 million to US$209 million and an increase in its share buyback plan by US$25 million. A standout detail is Photronics’ expanded buyback authorization, which, combined with robust flat panel display performance, signals management’s focus on shareholder returns and operational...

Exelixis recently appointed Dana T. Aftab, Ph.D., as Executive Vice President of Research and Development, placing him in charge of all drug discovery, translational research, product development, and medical affairs activities; this follows the departure of Amy Peterson, M.D., from her executive and chief medical officer roles. Dr. Aftab's extensive history with Exelixis and his contribution to the development of CABOMETYX may signal a renewed focus on pipeline leadership as the company...

Penske Automotive Group, Inc.'s ( NYSE:PAG ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 13x might make it look like a buy...

In the last year, many Steel Dynamics, Inc. ( NASDAQ:STLD ) insiders sold a substantial stake in the company which may...

In recent announcements, Diamondback Energy agreed to sell its Environmental Disposal Systems unit to Deep Blue Midland Basin LLC for US$750 million, including a 30% retained stake and renewed water services deal, and divest its 27.5% equity interest in EPIC Crude Holdings to Plains All American Pipeline for about US$500 million in upfront cash plus potential contingent payments. These moves highlight Diamondback's efforts to unlock value from non-core assets while consolidating focus on...

Reddit recently reported quarterly revenues of US$499.6 million, reflecting nearly 78% year-on-year growth and surpassing analyst expectations, while daily active users reached 50.3 million with improved profitability and gross margins. This performance highlights Reddit's momentum in expanding its user base, monetizing its data, and enhancing advertising offerings as an alternative to traditional search engines. We'll examine how Reddit's exceptional ad revenue growth and product innovation...

Clearwater Analytics Holdings (NYSE: CWAN) recently announced that its Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program, allowing the company to buy back up to US$100 million of its own shares without an expiration date. This move may signal management's confidence in the company's outlook and is typically used to return value to shareholders while potentially optimizing the capital structure. We’ll explore how this share buyback authorization could enhance Clearwater Analytics's...

In recent days, CAVA Group reported strong revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth, fueled by new restaurant openings and menu innovation, alongside plans to accelerate expansion to at least 1,000 locations by 2032. Amidst these growth ambitions, the company is facing softer same-restaurant sales and higher operating costs against a challenging macroeconomic backdrop, highlighting a balance between rapid expansion and growing market pressures. We'll explore how the company’s persistent focus on...

AGNC Investment Corp. recently completed a public offering of 12,000,000 depositary shares representing its new 8.75% Series H Fixed-Rate Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock at US$25 per share, raising US$300 million in gross proceeds. This preferred equity offering introduces a new callable, cumulative, and perpetual security, potentially influencing AGNC's funding structure and future investment capacity. We'll explore how this substantial preferred stock issuance could impact AGNC's...

Carrier Global recently appointed Ms. Beril Yildiz as Vice President, Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer, effective September 22, 2025, bringing her experience from International Flavors & Fragrances, Revlon, and Colgate-Palmolive to the role. This move highlights Carrier Global’s focus on reinforcing its financial leadership by drawing on expertise from leaders at global consumer and industrial firms. We will explore how bringing an accomplished financial executive to Carrier Global’s...