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MillerKnoll announced the appointment of Jeff Stutz as Chief Operating Officer and John Hoke as incoming Board Chair following the retirement of Mike Volkema, bringing experienced leadership from within and outside the company to key oversight and operational roles. John Hoke's design and innovation expertise from his long tenure at Nike signals a potential greater focus on sustainability and creative growth initiatives within MillerKnoll's leadership team. We'll explore how the addition of...

XPEL (XPEL) just made waves with the launch of its COLOR Paint Protection Film, a move that puts the spotlight on both vehicle protection and personal style. Car owners have long juggled the choice between drab, protective wraps and vibrant but fragile vinyls. Now, with a palette of 16 colors and a promise of toughness, XPEL is offering what could be a compelling middle ground. If you have been waiting for a genuine fusion of durability and aesthetics, this product release jumps to the front...

Lantheus Holdings (LNTH) has found itself in the spotlight after reporting second quarter results that fell short of expectations and lowering its full year guidance. This kind of double whammy usually puts investors on high alert. To make matters more complicated, a shareholder law firm has launched an investigation into whether the company or its executives engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful practices. The convergence of these events is giving LNTH shareholders and would-be...

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals (ALNY) has just captured investors’ attention with the latest data from its HELIOS-B Phase 3 study of AMVUTTRA. The new results, presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress, showed the drug delivering sustained benefits for adults with cardiomyopathy caused by ATTR amyloidosis, including a 37% risk reduction in death or cardiovascular events and strong safety outcomes over a multi-year period. This fresh evidence not only supports recent regulatory...

Moelis (MC) is back on investors’ radar after a quiet spell, and its recent share price movement might be catching your eye if you’re thinking about what comes next. There hasn’t been any headline-grabbing announcement to explain the uptick this month, yet the stock’s latest moves could be signaling shifting investor sentiment. Some observers even point to this as a potential new phase for the company. With solid revenue and net income growth over the past year, plenty of market watchers are...

United Therapeutics (UTHR) just delivered the kind of clinical update that tends to shake up investor thinking. The company’s TETON-2 study for its nebulized Tyvaso solution met its primary efficacy goal in treating idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), demonstrating a measurable gain in lung function compared to placebo. With most existing IPF therapies offering only marginal improvements and cumbersome side effects, this result stands out, especially as benefits cut across all patient...

On August 28, 2025, J&J Snack Foods announced it would close selected manufacturing plants as part of a broader plan to optimize its manufacturing footprint, expecting to complete these activities in fiscal year 2026 with anticipated annual pre-tax cost savings of about US$15 million. This move is a key component in the company's previously announced transformation program and signals ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency amid changing industry conditions. We will explore how...

EV Realty and Prologis Mobility recently announced a collaboration to coordinate access to high-power electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at key freight corridors in California, with initial hubs in Vernon and San Bernardino opening to customers later this year. This initiative targets a major obstacle for commercial fleet operators, charging network fragmentation, by integrating software and access systems, reflecting a push towards scalable zero-emission logistics...

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...