U.S. Packaging Stock News

David Schaeffer, Founder, Chairman, CEO & President of Cogent Communications Holdings, recently presented at three leading industry conferences in New York and San Francisco, engaging with stakeholders on the company's outlook and network services. These high-profile appearances come at a time of heightened investor focus on Cogent's ongoing business challenges and management’s response to negative earnings trends. We'll explore how Cogent's leadership addressing concerns publicly may...

QuantumScape Corporation and PowerCo SE, Volkswagen Group’s battery subsidiary, recently premiered the world’s first live demonstration of QS solid-state lithium-metal batteries powering a Ducati race motorcycle at IAA Mobility in Munich. This milestone moves anode-free solid-state batteries out of the lab and into real-world applications, highlighting QuantumScape’s progress in manufacturing scalability and automotive collaboration. We’ll explore how entering the real-world testing phase...

In early September 2025, Customers Bancorp completed a follow-on equity offering of nearly US$150 million and filed a broad shelf registration, covering common and preferred stock, debt, depositary shares, warrants, and units. This dual move expands the company's capital-raising options and signals preparation for additional financing or growth initiatives. The concurrent equity raise and shelf registration are meaningful events, as they signal both immediate and future capital plans that...

Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) has grabbed investor attention with a double product launch that is turning heads across the semiconductor industry. The company recently introduced the GSD Ovation ES, a high current ion implanter designed for engineered substrates like SiC, LiTaO3, and LiNbO3, as well as the Purion Power Series+ platform, built to boost productivity for next-generation power devices, including new superjunction architectures. These launches put Axcelis firmly in the spotlight for...

Brown-Forman Corporation recently announced its first quarter 2025 results, reporting US$1.19 billion in sales and net income of US$170 million, both lower than the previous year's figures for the same period. The company also reaffirmed its guidance for a low-single digit decline in organic net sales and operating income for fiscal year 2026, highlighting ongoing operational pressures. We'll examine how the reiterated outlook for declining organic sales shapes Brown-Forman's investment...

Getty Realty (GTY) is one of those REITs that flies just under the radar but occasionally grabs your attention with an unexpected move. Today’s price action was subtle, with a dip of less than 1 percent, but any movement in a stock like Getty, especially after a relatively quiet stretch, gets investors wondering if something significant is brewing behind the scenes or if it is simply business as usual. This minor pullback comes after a year where Getty Realty has seen its share price drift...

Power Integrations recently reported a 9.1% year-over-year revenue increase, surpassing analyst expectations, driven by strong industrial segment growth and greater adoption of GaN-based products. The company’s leadership highlighted accelerating traction in automotive and opportunities in next-generation AI datacenters, pointing to emerging revenue contributors beyond its traditional markets. We'll explore how the momentum in industrial and GaN-based products updates Power Integrations'...

If you’re weighing your next move with Check Point Software Technologies (CHKP), this week has been anything but business as usual. The company has just unveiled its new Enterprise Browser for Harmony SASE customers, aiming to address one of the toughest challenges for today’s hybrid businesses: securing unmanaged devices. In addition, Check Point welcomed Brett Theiss as its new Chief Marketing Officer, bringing fresh leadership with a proven track record in accelerating growth and reshaping...

It is hard to ignore when a stock like Choice Hotels International (CHH) sees a multi-month slide that might be giving some investors pause. Even without a dramatic news event as a catalyst, a sustained move lower is often enough to spark questions. Are we seeing the start of a longer-term re-rating, or is this just the kind of dip that opportunistic investors keep an eye out for? Looking at the bigger picture, Choice Hotels International has slipped about 5% over the past year, with its...

If you’re holding or considering T-Mobile US (TMUS), there’s a fresh development that might shape your next move. The company just inked its first-ever deal with Southwest Airlines to deliver free, unlimited WiFi to all Rapid Rewards Members on every Southwest flight. This isn’t just a one-time perk. T-Mobile is expanding its connectivity footprint, making it possible for millions of travelers to stay connected at no extra charge, regardless of their wireless provider. The timing follows the...

Certara recently announced the launch of Pinnacle 21 Enterprise Plus, a new platform designed to streamline the creation, reuse, and management of regulatory data specifications for clinical trials, promising faster, more reliable data submissions for the pharmaceutical sector. This product aims to reduce errors and cut specification drafting time in half for clinical and statistical programmers, directly addressing a major industry bottleneck in regulatory data management. We'll examine how...

Uber Technologies (UBER) just made headlines by partnering with Lucid Group to invest in a next-generation robotaxi initiative that could put 20,000 electric vehicles on the road over the next six years. This is more than just another tech announcement; it is a clear signal that Uber is doubling down on autonomous and electric mobility. For investors weighing up the possibilities, this move says a lot about where Uber’s management sees growth beyond the traditional ride-hailing business and...

On September 5, 2025, Easterly Government Properties announced the acquisition of a 138,125 square foot facility in Greenwood Village, Colorado, fully leased to York Space Systems under a long-term triple net lease through 2031 with a 10-year extension option. This property, customized for York’s satellite production and tied to a key U.S. Space Development Agency partner, highlights the increasing appeal of specialized, secure facilities serving defense and government-adjacent...

Earlier this month, Lennox announced that its commercial cold climate heat pump rooftop unit was the first in the 15-25 tons category to complete laboratory validation in the U.S. Department of Energy’s HVAC Technology Challenge, meeting stringent performance standards validated by the DOE and NREL. This breakthrough highlights Lennox’s leadership in high-efficiency heating for commercial buildings, addressing long-standing performance and reliability challenges in severe winter...

Investors keeping an eye on Cummins (NYSE:CMI) have a new fire to consider. Melius just upgraded Cummins from Hold to Buy, pointing to higher demand fueled by artificial intelligence, improvements in how the company is operating, and a valuation that looks appealing even with the truck market cooling. What is sparking this optimism is not just AI chatter; analysts specifically called out Cummins’ expansion in large engines for generators, suggesting that the market has yet to fully recognize...

On September 5, 2025, Mirion Technologies (NYSE:MIR) was added to the S&P 600, S&P 600 Information Technology Sector, and S&P Composite 1500 indices. This inclusion frequently increases institutional investor interest, as many funds and ETFs that track these indices may rebalance portfolios to add Mirion shares. We'll explore how Mirion's increased visibility from index additions could impact its longer-term investment outlook and growth prospects. These 11 companies survived and thrived...

If you have been tracking Southwest Airlines (LUV) lately, there has been no shortage of major moves to catch your eye. In a span of just days, Southwest rolled out a headline-grabbing interline partnership with EVA Air, connecting its network to a host of transpacific travelers. The airline followed this up by announcing free unlimited inflight Wi-Fi for all Rapid Rewards members. Adding to the buzz, Southwest also revealed new international destinations and widened its schedule, clearly...

If you have been watching NextDecade (NEXT), the recent wave of long-term LNG offtake agreements from the Rio Grande LNG project is definitely turning heads. In just a few days, major players such as EQT and now ConocoPhillips have locked in 20-year purchase commitments tied to Train 5. These deals, contingent on a positive final investment decision, signal growing commercial momentum for NextDecade’s ambitious expansion plans and are hard for investors to ignore, especially as the company...

Kohl's (KSS) just released its second quarter earnings report and updated its outlook for 2025, sparking immediate conversations among investors. The numbers reveal a mixed but intriguing story, with net income significantly higher compared to last year even as sales and revenue showed a modest decline. The company also surprised the market by raising its full-year earnings guidance, signaling more confidence in its bottom line despite ongoing challenges in top-line growth. For anyone...

If you’ve been weighing what to do next with Enovix (ENVX), the company just threw a major curveball: Enovix completed its warrant dividend program, issuing around 26.5 million new shares from warrant exercises. According to CEO Raj Talluri, the influx of funds is aimed at ramping up production at Fab2, expanding their silicon-anode battery technology, and exploring possible acquisitions in the battery sector. For investors, the message is clear: Enovix is strengthening its war chest for...

JetBlue recently became the first airline to commit to Amazon's Project Kuiper low Earth orbit satellite broadband network, aiming to upgrade its free Fly-Fi onboard Wi-Fi with higher speeds and reliability starting in 2027, while also expanding its loyalty partnership with German carrier Condor to allow TrueBlue members to earn and redeem points on Condor flights. This dual move strengthens JetBlue’s unique position in onboard connectivity and customer loyalty, signaling a competitive push...

In recent news, AMETEK Programmable Power received the Innovation Award for its Mi-BEAM Bidirectional DC Product Series, highlighting advances in modular, regenerative technology for battery testing solutions. An interesting aspect is the company's steady return on capital employed of about 13% over five years, with effective reinvestment delivering a total shareholder return of 97% in that period. We'll examine how this recognition for technological innovation strengthens AMETEK's...

Prudential Financial (PRU) just made a few moves that naturally caught investors’ attention. In early September, the company both announced and completed a series of fixed-income offerings, rolling out senior unsecured notes with maturities stretching out to 2035 and coupon rates ranging from 3.7% to 4.9%. For an insurance giant like Prudential, issuing new debt can signal several things such as the need to bolster liquidity, lock in favorable financing, or reposition its capital structure...

Ralliant (NYSE:RAL) might not be grabbing big headlines this week, but its recent price movements have certainly caught investors’ eyes. With no major announcements or industry shake-ups driving the latest shift, the stock’s action presents a curious scenario where market sentiment alone may be at play. Looking at the bigger picture, Ralliant’s share price has trended downward by nearly 11% year to date, with swings across the month showing a nearly 6% decline. These moves come despite...