NYSE:WT
NYSE:WTCapital Markets

WisdomTree (WT) Is Up 6.2% After Launching Europe Defense Fund on NYSE - What's Changed

Earlier this month, WisdomTree announced the launch of the WisdomTree Europe Defense Fund (WDEF) on the New York Stock Exchange, offering investors passive exposure to key European defense companies involved in advanced weapon systems, aerospace, cybersecurity, and engineering, with an expense ratio of 0.45%. This product introduction follows a series of international defense ETF launches and underscores WisdomTree's commitment to aligning its offerings with prevailing geopolitical and...
NasdaqCM:EVLV
NasdaqCM:EVLVElectronic

Evolv Technologies (EVLV) Is Up 12.8% After Columbus Crew Contract Renewal and Strong Repeat Business

In July 2025, Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. announced it renewed its Evolv Express® subscription agreement with the Columbus Crew, maintaining advanced AI-driven threat detection systems across all entrances of Lower.com Field. The renewal underscores ongoing client retention and deepening relationships, with over 2.1 million guests screened and Evolv systems now used by 12 US professional soccer teams. Nearly half of Evolv's early 2025 business came from returning customers, reflecting...
NYSE:BHC
NYSE:BHCPharmaceuticals

Is Steven Lee’s Executive Appointment Altering The Investment Case For Bausch Health (BHC)?

Earlier this month, Bausch Health Companies appointed Steven Lee as Senior Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer, effective July 14, 2025, marking a significant addition to its executive leadership team. With more than two decades of experience in financial transformation and operational execution, Mr. Lee is expected to help strengthen Bausch Health’s financial leadership and support its ongoing business initiatives. We'll examine how Steven Lee's extensive background in...
NYSE:RXO
NYSE:RXOTransportation

How RXO's Expanded Triumph Partnership and Digital Factoring Tools (RXO) Has Changed Its Investment Story

Earlier this month, RXO expanded its collaboration with Triumph by launching RXO Extra | Factoring, a suite of Triumph-powered financial tools now available to all carriers, supporting factoring services and digital payments with 24/7 access. This initiative marks an effort to provide logistics carriers with on-demand working capital and digital banking, even if they do not haul loads directly for RXO. By letting any carrier access branded financial solutions through RXO’s platform, the...
NYSE:GXO
NYSE:GXOLogistics

How Investors May Respond To GXO Logistics (GXO) Expanding Sky Italia Supply Chain Contract

Earlier this month, GXO Logistics announced it signed a multi-year deal with Sky Italia to manage Sky's supply chain from its Colleferro facility, handling storage, quality control, and integration of value-added services for products such as decoders, routers, and smart TVs. This agreement not only strengthens GXO's long-standing collaboration with Sky but also highlights the company's ability to provide scalable logistics solutions and support environmentally responsible operations for...
NYSE:BAX
NYSE:BAXMedical Equipment

Latest Dividend Declaration Could Be a Game Changer for Baxter International (BAX)

Baxter International’s Board of Directors recently declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.17 per share, payable on October 1, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 29, 2025, with an indicated annual dividend rate of US$0.68 per share. This dividend declaration highlights the company’s ongoing focus on returning value to shareholders and suggests continued confidence in its financial stability. We'll explore how Baxter’s latest dividend announcement underscores management’s...
NYSE:ORI
NYSE:ORIInsurance

What Old Republic International (ORI)'s Leadership Changes Mean For Shareholders

On July 16, 2025, Old Republic Surety Company appointed Alan Pavlic as CEO and Steve Denault as President, both effective immediately, marking a significant shift in leadership. This leadership transition introduces a blend of long-standing company experience and fresh industry insight, which could influence future decision-making and direction for Old Republic Surety. We'll examine how the appointment of Alan Pavlic as CEO could shape Old Republic International's investment narrative and...
NYSE:EPRT
NYSE:EPRTREITs

How Adding Kristin L. Smallwood to EPRT Board Could Affect Essential Properties Investors

On July 17, 2025, Essential Properties Realty Trust announced that Kristin L. Smallwood, a former PwC partner with nearly 30 years of audit and financial expertise, has been elected to its Board of Directors, increasing the board to eight members, seven of whom are independent. Ms. Smallwood’s deep background in risk management and transactional accounting, alongside her experience guiding large global organizations through complex financial matters, significantly enhances the company’s...
NasdaqGM:PSNY
NasdaqGM:PSNYAuto

How Investors Are Reacting To Polestar (PSNY) After Second Quarter 2025 Sales Surge 38 Percent

Earlier this month, Polestar Automotive reported that its second quarter 2025 retail sales volumes reached an estimated 18,049 vehicles, marking a 38% increase over the previous year, and its six-month sales rose 51% year-over-year to approximately 30,319 units. This marked improvement in sales comes as the electric vehicle sector continues to draw heightened attention for sustained growth in global deliveries and market share. We’ll explore how Polestar’s substantial second quarter sales...
NasdaqGS:FCFS
NasdaqGS:FCFSConsumer Finance

Did CFPB Settlement and New Military Lending Product Just Shift FirstCash (FCFS) Investment Narrative?

FirstCash Holdings recently reached a settlement with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau regarding alleged violations of the Military Lending Act, agreeing to introduce a new pawn lending product for military members, provide consumer redress estimated between US$5 million and US$7 million, and pay a US$4 million fine. This settlement marks a significant compliance shift for FirstCash, directly impacting its operations and financial reporting in the second quarter of 2025. We'll...
NYSE:FCN
NYSE:FCNProfessional Services

Did New Senior Hires Just Shift FTI Consulting’s (FCN) Investment Narrative?

Earlier this month, FTI Consulting appointed Eva Tomlinson as Senior Managing Director and Breck Heidlberg as Managing Director within its Forensic and Litigation Consulting segment, adding over 40 years of combined expertise in global trade strategy, compliance, and national security. Their leadership is expected to strengthen FTI Consulting’s ability to help clients address increasingly complex geopolitical and regulatory demands in the global marketplace. We’ll explore how the addition of...