U.S. Specialty Stores Stock News

On September 9, 2025, OptimizeRx and Lamar Advertising Company announced a partnership to integrate OptimizeRx’s patented Micro-Neighborhood Targeting (MNT) data with Lamar’s national out-of-home (OOH) advertising inventory, aiming to support highly targeted, data-driven healthcare campaigns across the United States. This collaboration marks a notable development, bringing advanced clinical audience targeting to traditional OOH networks and offering healthcare marketers new ways to achieve...

At its annual general meeting held in the past week, Interparfums, Inc. expanded its Board of Directors to eleven members with the addition of Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne, an accomplished executive in global luxury and retail, and Hervé Bouillonnec, the company’s Chief Commercial Officer who brings deep expertise in luxury brand management and global fragrance markets. The appointments introduce extensive international retail knowledge and commercial strategy experience to the Board at a time...

On September 2, 2025, Performance Food Group Company announced that Sachem Head LP, an activist investor, submitted a notice nominating four candidates for election to its Board of Directors at the upcoming annual meeting. This development points to potential changes in corporate governance, as activist nominations often signal efforts to influence company strategy and board oversight. We'll explore what Sachem Head LP's board nominations could mean for Performance Food Group's growth...

Navitas Semiconductor recently announced advances in silicon carbide and gallium nitride materials for more power-efficient circuits, targeting sectors like electric vehicles and data centers with an expected transition to 800-volt equipment starting next year. This innovation could open up a US$3 billion annual market by 2030, with industry research forecasting strong annual growth for these advanced semiconductors through 2032. We'll examine how strong demand projections for SiC and GaN...

If you’ve been eyeing Leidos Holdings (LDOS) lately, the unveiling of their Sea Dagger Commando Insertion Craft might be what just tipped your hand. The company’s announcement is not just another product drop; it signals a decisive step into next-gen maritime autonomy, combining Leidos’ signature modular tech, AI, and integrated weapon systems for the Royal Navy. For investors, this could be more than military hardware news. It is a real-world nod to Leidos’ expanding influence in strategic...

RareMed Solutions recently announced an expanded partnership with PTC Therapeutics, launching non-commercial pharmacy dispensing services for Sephience™, following its FDA approval for phenylketonuria (PKU) in adult and pediatric patients. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive patient support and demonstrates how stakeholder partnerships can enhance access and coordination for innovative rare disease therapies. We'll next explore how Sephience's approval and enhanced patient...

In September 2025, Zymeworks Inc. announced it had voluntarily ended clinical development of ZW171, a T cell engager targeting mesothelin-expressing cancers, after assessing Phase 1 trial results in ovarian and non-small cell lung cancer. This move follows a period of significant regulatory progress for zanidatamab, which recently received accelerated and conditional approvals in the US, Europe, and China for HER2-positive biliary tract cancer, and underscores the company's pivot towards...

PG&E (PCG) recently saw the resignation of Executive Vice President Kaled H. Awada, which could have been a significant company event, but did not deviate its share price from general market trends. Over the last quarter, the company's stock price rose by 13.3%, in line with the broader market's upward trajectory, reflecting similar investor optimism seen in indices like the Nasdaq, which closed at record highs. Despite fluctuations in executive management, PG&E's performance, coupled with...

Earlier this month, Vishay Intertechnology introduced two advanced capacitor series targeting high voltage industrial, medical, and automotive applications, featuring improvements in dissipation factor, reliability, and compactness. These product launches reflect Vishay's focus on addressing growing demand in sectors like electric vehicles, renewable energy, and specialty medical equipment through innovation in electronic components. Next, we'll examine how the introduction of enhanced...

Array Digital Infrastructure recently announced second-quarter 2025 results, delivering revenue and earnings above analyst expectations, despite a year-over-year revenue decline. A unique development was the 7% revenue growth in the tower segment, reflecting management’s progress in diversifying its third-party customer base and supporting upward estimate revisions. We’ll examine how the tower segment’s growth and customer diversification may shape Array Digital Infrastructure’s overall...

Amdocs recently released its "Life of a Smartphone: 2025 Connectivity Report," revealing 61% of consumers plan to upgrade their smartphones within a year and 33% have changed carriers in the past three years. The report highlights battery life and expanding 5G/6G coverage as top upgrade drivers, with younger consumers showing strong iPhone loyalty and interest in satellite-based connectivity, signaling evolving monetization opportunities for service providers. With analyst earnings upgrades...

Earlier this month, CVS Health became the subject of a congressional investigation after allegations surfaced that the company used confidential patient information to lobby against a Louisiana bill impacting its pharmacy business, raising concerns about possible HIPAA violations and regulatory scrutiny. This development introduces immediate legal and compliance uncertainties for CVS Health, highlighting broader risks facing its pharmacy and pharmacy benefit management operations. We'll now...

Blackbaud (BLKB) announced significant updates to its K-12 Education Management portfolio and saw executive changes with the resignation of director Yogesh K. Gupta. These developments could have influenced the company's 14.85% price increase over the last quarter. Despite Blackbaud's quarterly earnings revealing a slight decline in sales, its raised financial guidance for the full year may have positively impacted investor sentiment. Meanwhile, broader market trends, including record highs...

On September 11, 2025, the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) announced it selected Agilysys InfoGenesis POS and Eatec inventory and procurement solutions for enterprise-wide use across all seven of its Saskatchewan casino properties. This decision to deploy Agilysys across SIGA’s network enables real-time data integration, centralized procurement and reporting, and improved efficiency for both operations and guest service under a single digital platform. We'll now explore how...

On September 11, 2025, Voya Financial announced that it has been named a Strategic Workday Wellness Partner for Health, integrating its Employee Benefits Supplemental Health and Retirement solutions with the Workday Wellness AI-powered platform. This collaboration gives Voya's clients enhanced access to AI-powered benefits insights, aiming to improve administrative efficiency and provide a more personalized experience for both employers and employees. We'll examine how this focus on...

Generac Holdings (GNRC) just shook up the clean energy space with the launch of its PWRmicro, an 820W microinverter tailored for high-powered solar panels. This new addition features increased energy yield, a simplified experience for installers, and a 25-year warranty. These features are intended to set a new standard for home energy management. PWRmicro is also designed to work seamlessly with Generac’s other energy solutions and can connect to the ecobee app, giving homeowners one place to...

Earlier this week, Progress Software unveiled its new Progress® Agentic RAG platform, a SaaS Retrieval-Augmented Generation solution aimed at delivering verifiable generative AI capabilities to organizations and teams across all sizes and industries. This release addresses a critical demand for reliable, multilingual AI-powered insights drawn from complex and diverse business data, positioning Progress Software as a player in accessible and affordable enterprise AI adoption. We'll explore...

Earlier this month, Microvast Holdings announced the expansion of its Huzhou facility in China, adding approximately 2 gigawatt-hours of annual production capacity and raising its gross margin guidance to 32%. This move signals increased confidence in operational efficiency and the company’s ability to capture rising global demand for electrification, especially within the evolving EV battery market. We'll explore how Microvast's upgraded margin outlook and production ramp may influence its...

ACI Worldwide (ACIW) experienced a notable shift in its executive structure with the elimination of the Chief Revenue Officer position, marking a strategic move towards operational efficiency. During the last quarter, the company's stock saw a positive movement of 11%, potentially influenced by internal changes and broader favorable market conditions. The tech-heavy Nasdaq closing at a record high may have buoyed ACI Worldwide alongside other technology stocks. Additionally, the company’s...

Essex Property Trust (ESS) has been on the radar for investors looking for clarity in the real estate sector, but no major headline event has set the stock in motion this week. Even without a clear catalyst, the slight move in share price may leave those watching the sector wondering if this subtle shift is just background noise or a signal worth paying attention to. Over the past year, ESS shares have remained under some pressure, with total returns down 12%. The recent month, however, did...

If you have Align Technology (ALGN) on your watchlist, the latest news might have you wondering what’s ahead. The company just wrapped its 2025 Invisalign GP Summit, where leadership put a spotlight on new product enhancements and digital treatment workflows. With CEO Joe Hogan emphasizing innovation and improved patient outcomes, the event was packed with over 700 clinicians, peers, and partners, all focused on the future of digital dentistry. For investors, these updates highlight a...

If you have been tracking Shopify (NasdaqGS:SHOP), the recent share price dip may have caught your eye. Although there was no specific event driving today’s move, shifts like this can spark wider questions about what the market is signaling about the company’s future. When a well-known growth stock sees a pullback without any headline news, investors often find themselves wondering whether this is noise or the start of something new. Despite this latest drop, Shopify’s stock has delivered...

Gossamer Bio (GOSS) has caught the market’s eye this month, and for good reason. The company’s shares have been trading higher in response to encouraging FDA designations for its experimental drug seralutinib, targeting pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD). Along with a strong presence at recent investor conferences, Gossamer Bio appears determined to cement its position in these specialized lung disease markets...

Thinking about what to do with Enphase Energy stock? If you've glanced at the ticker lately, you're not alone. Enphase has been on quite the ride, with the share price closing recently at $37.63. Over the past week, the stock dipped about 5.1%. Zoom out and you'll see a much more dramatic picture: a 10.0% gain in the last month, still shadowed by a staggering drop of 47.3% year-to-date and an even deeper loss of 65.8% over the past year. Stretch things out further and it's clear that the past...