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Wall Street Turns Lower as Inflation Expectations Rise and 10-Year Treasury Yield Jumps U.S. stocks moved lower Wednesday as investors

U.S. stocks moved lower Wednesday as investors reacted to higher consumer inflation expectations and a sharp increase in the yield at the latest 10-year...

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Veeva Basics Gains Traction With More Than 175 Emerging Biotech Customers Veeva Systems (NYSE: VEEV) said more than 175 emerging

Veeva Systems (NYSE: VEEV) said more than 175 emerging biotechnology companies are now using Veeva Basics, its pre-configured application suite designed to help smaller...

10-07-26

Corning Incorporated Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend on October 6, 2026 of $0.28 per share. The dividend will

The dividend will be payable on December 11, 2026, to shareholders of record on November 13, 2026.

10-07-26

CRH to Acquire NCC Industry Operations in Denmark and Finland CRH (NYSE: CRH) announced an agreement to acquire NCC Industry’s

CRH (NYSE: CRH) announced an agreement to acquire NCC Industry’s operations in Denmark and Finland from NCC AB, expanding its aggregates-led portfolio across the...

10-07-26

Atlassian Launches Forward Deployed Engineering Program to Accelerate Enterprise AI Adoption Atlassian (NASDAQ: TEAM) launched a new Forward Deployed Engineering

Atlassian (NASDAQ: TEAM) launched a new Forward Deployed Engineering program that embeds senior applied AI engineers directly with enterprise customers to turn AI experiments...

10-07-26

BD Reports Positive AGILITY Trial Results for Revello Covered Stent in Iliac Artery Disease BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE:

BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX) announced positive nine-month results from the iliac cohort of its ongoing AGILITY trial evaluating the Revello Vascular...

10-07-26

The Board of Directors of Trane Technologies plc declared a quarterly dividend of $1.05 per ordinary share, $4.20 per share

annualized. The dividend is...

10-07-26

UPS Hires 100,000 Seasonal Workers as It Prepares for 2026 Holiday Shipping Peak UPS (NYSE: UPS) said it is hiring

UPS (NYSE: UPS) said it is hiring 100,000 seasonal employees across the U.S. as the company prepares for the 2026 holiday shipping season and...

10-07-26

IBM and SAP Expand Cloud ERP Offering to Help Businesses Build AI-Ready Operations IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced IBM Ready for

IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced IBM Ready for SAP Solutions, a new offering designed to help midsize and fast-growing companies modernize ERP systems, unify enterprise...

10-07-26

Danaher Launches AI-Powered Autonomous Lab to Accelerate Life Sciences Research Danaher (NYSE: DHR) announced plans to launch its first AI-powered

Danaher (NYSE: DHR) announced plans to launch its first AI-powered autonomous laboratory, combining artificial intelligence, robotics and technologies from across its life sciences portfolio...

10-07-26

Abbott Launches Ensure Max Protein 3-in-1 Muscle Support With Protein, Creatine and HMB Abbott (NYSE: ABT) launched Ensure Max Protein

Abbott (NYSE: ABT) launched Ensure Max Protein 3-in-1 Muscle Support, a new powdered nutrition product that combines protein, creatine monohydrate and HMB in a...

10-07-26

PPG Invests $70 Million to Expand Aerospace Transparencies Operations in Alabama PPG (NYSE: PPG) announced a $70 million investment to

PPG (NYSE: PPG) announced a $70 million investment to expand its aerospace transparencies operations in Huntsville, Alabama, as the company responds to growing demand...

10-07-26

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Corning Incorporated Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend on October 6, 2026 of $0.28 per share.

The dividend will be payable on December 11, 2026, to shareholders of record on November 13, 2026.

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The Board of Directors of Trane Technologies plc declared a quarterly dividend of $1.05 per ordinary share, $4.20 per share annualized. The dividend is payable December 31, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 4, 2026.

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Pfizer Declares $0.43 Fourth-Quarter Dividend, Extending Long-Running Payout Streak

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) said its board of directors approved a fourth-quarter 2026 cash dividend of $0.43 per share.

The dividend will be payable on December 7, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 6.

Pfizer said maintaining — and over the longer term growing — its dividend remains part of the company’s capital allocation strategy.

The payment will mark Pfizer’s 352nd consecutive quarterly dividend, extending the pharmaceutical company’s decades-long record of regular shareholder distributions.

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Dividend Growth Stocks: Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Dividend Stock Analysis

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The Investor 10-04-26

Honeywell Technologies (NASDAQ: HON) declared a quarterly dividend payment of $0.70 per share on common stock. The dividend is payable on December 4, 2026 to holders of record at the close of business on November 13, 2026.

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Global Finance News 09-25-26

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (Nasdaq: TXN) announced it will raise its quarterly cash dividend 7%, from $1.42 per share to $1.52. The dividend will be payable November 10, 2026, to stockholders of record on October 30, 2026, contingent upon formal declaration by the board of directors at its regular meeting in October.

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Global Finance News 09-19-26

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share, payable in U.S. dollars, on the Company's common stock. The regular quarterly dividend will be paid on October 9, 2026 to shareholders of record on September 28, 2026.

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The Investor 09-17-26

Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of sixty-three cents ($0.63) per share on the $0.10 par value common stock of the company.

The dividend is payable on November 2, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 2, 2026.

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WS Investor 09-16-26

Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.40 per share of its common stock, payable on October 30, 2026 to holders of record on September 30, 2026.

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WS Investor 09-16-26

Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.98 per share, reflecting a 7 cent or 8% increase over the previous quarter’s dividend. The dividend is payable Dec. 10, 2026, to shareholders of record on Nov. 19, 2026. The ex-dividend date will be Nov. 19, 2026.

The Board of Directors of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) declared a quarterly dividend of $1.65 per share on the outstanding shares of the common stock of JPMorganChase, an increase from the prior quarterly dividend of $1.50 per share. The dividend is payable on October 31, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 6, 2026.

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NVIDIA Launches Isaac ROS 5.0 With Agentic AI Tools for Robotics Development

NVIDIA released Isaac ROS 5.0, expanding its open-source robotics platform with new agentic AI capabilities designed to help developers build, customize and deploy robotics applications faster.

The release adds support for ROS Lyrical and Ubuntu 24.04 while introducing reusable AI-agent skills for setup, manipulation and perception tasks. NVIDIA said new agent-ready documentation and workflows can help AI agents translate developer intent into working robotics applications more efficiently.

One of the key upgrades is FoundationPose, which now includes an agent-ready inference library that can track object position and orientation up to 5.5 times faster. NVIDIA also added a standalone pick-and-place skill combining detection, depth estimation and pose output for robotics developers.

The broader ecosystem is also expanding. RealSense, Intrinsic, Magna, Flexiv, Universal Robots, Mentee Robotics and others are using Isaac ROS across applications ranging from industrial automation and machine tending to humanoid robotics and autonomous manipulation.

Isaac ROS 5.0 supports hardware ranging from Jetson Orin Nano to Jetson Thor, allowing developers to move from development to on-device deployment as robotics workloads grow more complex. The software is available now as a free and open-source release.

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Global Finance News 09-22-26

NVIDIA Launches DSX Ready Program for AI Factory Power and Cooling Systems

NVIDIA introduced DSX Ready, a new qualification program designed to help AI factory builders identify power, cooling and infrastructure products that meet applicable NVIDIA DSX reference-design requirements.

The program launches with two initial categories: battery energy storage systems and cooling distribution units. Qualified BESS products include solutions from Hitachi Energy, LG Energy Solution and Tesla, while qualified CDU providers include LG Electronics, LiquidStack and Vertiv.

DSX Ready is intended to reduce integration risk as AI data centers face increasingly tight power, cooling, water and grid constraints. NVIDIA said the broader DSX platform is designed to treat compute, networking, power, cooling, facilities and software as a single coordinated system rather than separate infrastructure layers.

For battery systems, suppliers complete qualification testing and submit supporting data for NVIDIA review. Cooling providers use a self-qualification suite to determine whether specific CDU products meet NVIDIA’s functional requirements. The company emphasized that qualification does not replace site-level engineering.

NVIDIA plans to add more infrastructure and software categories over time. The initiative reflects the growing importance of power delivery and liquid cooling as AI factories scale to support increasingly dense computing systems.

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European Investor 09-21-26

NVIDIA, Google and Emerald AI Launch Alliance to Tackle AI Data Center Power Constraints

NVIDIA, Google and Emerald AI have launched the AI Energy Management Alliance, a new coalition aimed at making large AI data centers more flexible in how they consume electricity and accelerating their connection to power grids.

Power availability has become a major constraint on the expansion of U.S. AI infrastructure. The alliance is developing a framework that would allow AI data centers to adjust electricity consumption according to grid conditions by shifting computing workloads, using energy storage or paired generation, and reducing demand during periods of system stress.

The approach could allow utilities to connect large AI facilities more quickly while reducing the need for costly grid upgrades. AEMA plans to establish standardized performance requirements covering response times, power curtailment, emergency operations and data sharing between data centers and grid operators.

The initiative brings together AI companies, data center operators, power producers, utilities and grid operators. For NVIDIA and the broader AI industry, addressing electricity constraints is becoming increasingly important as rapidly expanding AI computing capacity requires substantially more power infrastructure.

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WS Investor 09-16-26

NVIDIA Brings Perplexity’s Local AI Agent to Windows RTX PCs

NVIDIA said Perplexity Portable Computer is now available on compatible Windows PCs powered by GeForce RTX and RTX PRO GPUs, expanding access to AI agents that can perform complex tasks locally rather than relying entirely on cloud computing.

Portable Computer is a local version of Perplexity Computer designed to plan and execute multistep tasks. NVIDIA GPUs accelerate local models that can analyze data, work across files and handle recurring tasks while keeping sensitive information on the device. Tasks completed locally also do not consume Perplexity Computer cloud credits.

The platform combines local and cloud AI. For more demanding reasoning tasks, the agent can determine that cloud processing is needed and ask for permission before sending information off-device. It can also connect with services including Microsoft Outlook, OneDrive, Word, Google Drive, Gmail, Slack and GitHub.

The development highlights NVIDIA’s push to expand AI computing beyond data centers and into personal computers. Running increasingly capable AI agents directly on RTX hardware could create another source of demand for high-memory GPUs as agentic AI becomes more integrated into everyday professional workflows.

Portable Computer requires a GeForce RTX or RTX PRO GPU with at least 24GB of VRAM, while support for NVIDIA DGX Station is expected later.

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WS Investor 09-14-26

NVIDIA Says Its AI Platform Is Powering the Global Robotaxi Expansion

NVIDIA is expanding its role in autonomous transportation as robotaxi developers, mobility platforms and automakers increasingly adopt the company’s computing technologies to train, simulate and operate driverless vehicles. NVIDIA says every major robotaxi program currently operating at commercial scale uses at least part of its modular technology stack.

The platform combines three major computing layers: NVIDIA DGX systems for AI model training, Omniverse and Cosmos running on RTX PRO servers for simulation and validation, and DRIVE Hyperion with DRIVE AGX Thor for in-vehicle computing. DRIVE Hyperion 10 uses dual Blackwell-based DRIVE AGX Thor chips alongside cameras, radar, lidar and ultrasonic sensors to provide 360-degree perception and redundant computing.

NVIDIA’s ecosystem now spans many of the biggest names in autonomous mobility. Uber plans to scale NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion-based robotaxis to 28 cities by 2028 and is working with companies including Lucid, Mercedes-Benz, Nuro, Pony*ai, Wayve and WeRide. Lyft, Bolt, May Mobility and Waymo are also using or working with NVIDIA technologies.

Automakers including Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Hyundai, Kia, Geely and Zeekr are also integrating NVIDIA technology into autonomous-driving programs, while Tesla uses NVIDIA supercomputers to train its autonomous-driving neural networks.

The expansion positions NVIDIA to capture computing demand beyond data centers as physical AI moves toward commercial deployment in transportation.

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Global Finance News 09-11-26

US Justice Department probes Nvidia's licensing deal with Groq amid antitrust concerns | Noah Intelligence

The US Department of Justice is examining whether Nvidia's licensing agreement with AI startup Groq was structured to evade antitrust scrutiny, signalling intensified regulation of AI industry mergers.The US Department...

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WS News 09-11-26

NVIDIA and Palantir Partner to Bring Sovereign AI to Critical Supply Chains

NVIDIA and Palantir Technologies announced a new collaboration Thursday to develop a sovereign AI stack designed to optimize complex supply chains, with the technology initially being deployed across NVIDIA’s own operations.

The platform combines NVIDIA’s Nemotron open AI models with Palantir Foundry and its Artificial Intelligence Platform, or AIP. Grounded in Palantir’s Ontology, the system is designed to identify supply constraints, improve visibility and help organizations make operational decisions while maintaining control of proprietary data.

NVIDIA is using the technology to manage one of the semiconductor industry’s most complicated supply chains. The company said each Vera Rubin rack requires about 1.3 million parts, with production dependent on coordinated supplies of compute, memory, networking, power, cooling and mechanical components.

The companies plan to extend the technology beyond NVIDIA to industries including manufacturing, energy, healthcare, automotive and aerospace. Customers will be able to deploy the AI stack on-premises, in colocation facilities or in the cloud while retaining ownership and control of their models and operational data.

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The Investor 09-10-26

Nvidia Gains 2.5% as Rosenblatt and Needham Reiterate Buy Ratings

Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) shares rose about 2.5% as two Wall Street firms reiterated bullish ratings on the AI chip leader.

Rosenblatt Securities analyst Kevin Cassidy maintained a Buy rating on Nvidia with a $390 price target, implying substantial upside from the stock’s current price of $234.07.

Needham & Company analyst N. Quinn Bolton also reiterated a Buy rating, setting a $300 price target.

AI Leadership Supports Bullish Sentiment

The positive analyst calls reinforce Wall Street confidence in Nvidia’s position at the center of the artificial intelligence infrastructure market. The company remains the dominant supplier of GPUs used to train and run advanced AI models, while its broader ecosystem spanning networking, software and accelerated computing strengthens its competitive position.

The two price targets indicate different expectations for Nvidia’s upside, but both firms remain bullish on the stock. Rosenblatt’s $390 target is particularly aggressive, representing roughly 67% upside from the indicated price, while Needham’s $300 target implies about 28% upside.

Nvidia’s 2.5% gain suggests the reiterated Buy ratings are adding to positive sentiment around the AI semiconductor leader.

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Global Finance News 09-04-26

NVIDIA to Acquire Hugging Face for $12.93 Billion, Expanding Its Reach Across the AI Ecosystem

NVIDIA has agreed to acquire Hugging Face for approximately $12.93 billion, bringing one of the world’s largest open artificial intelligence developer platforms under the AI chip leader as it expands its influence beyond computing hardware and deeper into the software and model ecosystem.

Hugging Face has become a central hub for open-source and open-weight AI development. According to NVIDIA, more than 18 million developers, researchers and creators use the platform, which hosts over 3 million models, 500,000 datasets and 1 million applications. More than 200,000 companies use Hugging Face to discover, evaluate, customize and deploy AI models.

Importantly, NVIDIA said Hugging Face will remain an open platform rather than becoming tied exclusively to NVIDIA hardware. Developers will continue to be able to choose their preferred models, frameworks, cloud providers, inference services and computing platforms, and NVIDIA compute will not be required to use Hugging Face. The platform will also continue supporting models from competing developers and multi-cloud and multi-accelerator deployments.

The acquisition could significantly expand NVIDIA’s position across the AI technology stack. NVIDIA already dominates the market for accelerators used to train and run advanced AI models, while Hugging Face provides a major distribution and collaboration layer connecting model developers with enterprises and researchers. NVIDIA said it has already published more than 500 models and over 250 open datasets on Hugging Face and describes itself as the platform’s largest contributor of open models and data.

NVIDIA plans to use its infrastructure, engineering capabilities and global reach to improve Hugging Face’s reliability, model evaluation, safety, inference and deployment capabilities while preserving its open ecosystem.

The $12.93 billion deal represents another major strategic expansion for NVIDIA as competition increasingly moves beyond GPUs toward complete AI platforms encompassing chips, networking, software, models and deployment. Owning Hugging Face could give NVIDIA a much broader role in how millions of developers build and deploy AI while maintaining the platform as a hardware-neutral gateway to the wider AI ecosystem.

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European Investor 09-03-26

Nvidia's next act is bigger than selling AI chips: Chart of the Day

CEO Jensen Huang wants Nvidia to become the architecture of AI, not merely its dominant chipmaker.

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NetApp Rises 2% as Evercore and Cantor Fitzgerald Upgrade the Stock

NetApp (NASDAQ: NTAP) shares rose about 2.1% after receiving multiple bullish analyst actions.

Evercore upgraded NetApp to Outperform from In Line and set a $300 price target. Cantor Fitzgerald also upgraded the stock to Overweight, adding to the positive analyst sentiment.

Separately, Loop Capital analyst Ananda Baruah initiated a $300 price target on NetApp.

With the stock trading around $233.17, the $300 targets imply roughly 29% upside. The cluster of upgrades appears to be supporting the shares as analysts take a more constructive view of NetApp’s growth and valuation outlook.

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WS Investor 10-07-26

NetApp Shares Rise 3% After Record Quarter Beats Guidance Across the Board

NetApp (NASDAQ: NTAP) shares climbed 3% Wednesday after the storage and data infrastructure company reported record first-quarter fiscal 2027 results that exceeded guidance on every metric, alongside a significant upward revision to its full-year outlook.

Record Revenue and Sharp Profit Growth

NetApp posted net revenues of $2.03 billion for the quarter ended July 31, up 30% year-over-year. The growth was broad-based: Hybrid Cloud segment revenue rose 30% to $1.82 billion, while Public Cloud segment revenue grew 28% to a record $206 million. Billings came in at $2.06 billion, up 36% year-over-year.

Profitability expanded even faster than revenue. GAAP net income jumped 61% to $375 million, translating to GAAP earnings per share of $1.88. On a non-GAAP basis, EPS reached $2.58, up 66% from the prior year. GAAP operating margin came in at 23.9%, with non-GAAP operating margin at 31.9%.

The standout performer was NetApp's all-flash array business, which posted record net revenue of $1.3 billion, up 47% year-over-year — a sign of continued enterprise migration toward flash storage, likely aided by AI workload demands.

AI Push Continues with DataPelago Acquisition

CEO George Kurian pointed to customer wins and demand for the NetApp Platform to support AI and hybrid multi-cloud initiatives as a key driver of the quarter's strength. During the quarter, the company acquired DataPelago, an AI data infrastructure company, aimed at helping customers accelerate AI deployment and improve compute efficiency where data is created and stored.

NetApp also expanded its product lineup with releases including StorageGRID 12.1 for AI data pipelines, new Kubernetes capabilities in Trident software, and an MCP Gateway service connecting its Instaclustr managed infrastructure to AI applications and agents. On the partnership front, the company deepened ties with Cisco, CGI, SK Telecom, and Tata Consultancy Services.

Guidance Raised Significantly

For the second quarter of fiscal 2027, NetApp guided for net revenues between $2.025 billion and $2.175 billion, with non-GAAP EPS in a range of $2.54 to $2.64.

For the full fiscal year, the company raised its outlook to net revenues of $7.975 billion to $8.225 billion and non-GAAP EPS of $9.73 to $10.03 — guidance that reflects confidence in sustained demand across both its core storage business and its cloud and AI-adjacent offerings.

Why the Stock Moved

Today's 3% gain is a comparatively modest reaction given a quarter that beat guidance across every reported metric, which may reflect that strong results were already partly anticipated given the company's recent innovation cadence and AI-related partnership announcements. Still, the raised full-year guidance and record performance in the all-flash array business appear to have been well-received, even if the market's response was measured relative to the scale of the earnings beat.

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European Investor 09-03-26

NetApp Stock Jumps 6.3% After Morgan Stanley Upgrades NTAP to Equal Weight

NetApp (NASDAQ: NTAP) shares rose about 6.3% Monday after Morgan Stanley upgraded the data storage and cloud infrastructure company, providing a positive catalyst for the stock.

Morgan Stanley analyst Erik Woodring upgraded NetApp to Equal Weight from Underweight and raised the firm's price target substantially to $173 from $137.

The rating change represents a meaningful improvement in Morgan Stanley's outlook, although the new $173 target remains below NetApp's recent share price of approximately $199.47.

Morgan Stanley Takes a More Constructive View

The upgrade removes Morgan Stanley's previous bearish Underweight stance on NetApp, while the $36 increase in the price target represents a roughly 26% upward revision to the firm's valuation.

NetApp has increasingly attracted attention for its exposure to enterprise data infrastructure, cloud storage and AI-related workloads. Growing AI adoption is increasing the amount of enterprise data that needs to be stored, managed and accessed efficiently, potentially creating additional demand for storage infrastructure.

However, Morgan Stanley's Equal Weight rating suggests a more balanced rather than outright bullish view. At around $199, NTAP is still trading approximately 15% above the firm's new $173 target.

The reaction fits with continued investor interest in companies positioned to benefit from AI-driven data-center and enterprise infrastructure spending.

For now, the upgrade has strengthened sentiment toward NTAP, although the stock's price above Morgan Stanley's revised target suggests investors are already pricing in a more optimistic outlook than the firm's new valuation implies.

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European Investor 08-10-26

NetApp Enters Into $1 Billion Credit Agreement

San Jose, California – March 5, 2025 – NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTAP) announced that it has entered into a Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, and a syndicate of lenders. This agreement amends and extends the company’s previous credit facility.

Key Terms of the Credit Agreement
$1 billion revolving unsecured credit facility with a $50 million sublimit for issuing letters of credit.
Maturity Date: March 5, 2030, with an option for two additional one-year extensions, subject to conditions.
Usage: The facility will be used for general corporate purposes and as liquidity support for NetApp’s commercial paper program.
Interest Rates: Based on Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s ratings, with:
Base rate loans carrying a 0% to 0.325% spread.
SOFR rate loans carrying a 0.805% to 1.325% spread.
Currencies: Borrowings can be made in U.S. dollars or other agreed currencies.
Interest Payments:
Quarterly for base rate loans.
End of term for SOFR loans (or every three months for longer periods).
Prepayment: Allowed without penalty.
Financial and Covenant Requirements
NetApp must comply with a maximum leverage ratio, measured quarterly.
Standard restrictions apply on subsidiary debt, liens, asset sales, mergers, and dissolution.
Events of Default: Include payment failures, covenant breaches, cross defaults, bankruptcy events, judgments, ERISA violations, and changes in control.
Expansion and Lender Relationships
NetApp has the option to increase the credit facility by $500 million, raising the total commitment to $1.5 billion.
Some lenders and their affiliates have engaged in investment banking and other transactions with NetApp and may continue to do so.
No Current Borrowings
As of March 5, 2025, NetApp has not drawn any funds or issued any letters of credit under this facility.

This agreement strengthens NetApp’s financial flexibility and liquidity, positioning it for future growth and strategic initiatives.

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NetApp, Inc. announced the appointment of Wissam Jabre as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective March 10, 2025. Jabre, who previously served as CFO at Western Digital Corporation and Dialog Semiconductor Plc, will replace Michael J. Berry, who is retiring but will remain as a senior advisor during the transition. Jabre holds an engineering degree from the American University of Beirut and an MBA in finance from Columbia University. His compensation package includes a $750,000 base salary, a 130% target incentive bonus, $7.5 million in service-vested restricted stock units, and $7.5 million in performance-based restricted stock units vesting through fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Additionally, he will receive a $6.57 million signing bonus, contingent on remaining with NetApp for at least 24 months.

The company also approved a Change of Control Severance Agreement and an Indemnification Agreement for Jabre, effective upon his start date. If terminated without cause, he will retain stock grants scheduled to vest within a year, and in case of death or disability, his restricted stock units will vest immediately. A press release announcing Jabre’s appointment was attached as an exhibit to the SEC filing.

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Wall Street Turns Lower as Inflation Expectations Rise and 10-Year Treasury Yield Jumps

U.S. stocks moved lower Wednesday as investors reacted to higher consumer inflation expectations and a sharp increase in the yield at the latest 10-year Treasury note auction.

The S&P 500 fell 0.24% to 7,800.42, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.59% to 51,219.02. The Nasdaq Composite was down 0.39% at 27,492.49.

The New York Fed’s one-year consumer inflation expectations rose to 3.9% in September, above both the 3.6% forecast and the previous reading of 3.6%. The increase suggests households are becoming more concerned about near-term price pressures, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve’s path toward easier monetary policy.

Pressure on markets was reinforced by the U.S. Treasury’s 10-year note auction, which cleared at a yield of 5.300%, sharply above the previous auction’s 4.834%. The higher yield points to materially higher borrowing costs and increases the discount rate applied to future corporate earnings, a particular headwind for growth-oriented equities.

The combination of rising inflation expectations and higher long-term Treasury yields appears to be weighing on risk sentiment, with investors reassessing the possibility that U.S. interest rates may remain elevated for longer than previously anticipated.

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Global Finance News 10-07-26

Wall Street Opens Higher as ADP Weekly Employment Growth Strengthens

U.S. stocks opened higher on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 rising 0.79% to 7,835.09, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.75% to 51,652.43 and the Nasdaq advancing 0.77% to 27,687.76.

The positive start came alongside a firmer reading from ADP’s weekly employment estimate. U.S. private-sector employment increased by 23,800, up from 22,500 in the previous reading, suggesting that labor demand remains relatively resilient.

The data added to the latest evidence that the U.S. labor market is continuing to expand, even as investors assess whether employment conditions are cooling enough to influence the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

Equities moved broadly higher at the open, with gains across all three major indexes. Markets are now likely to remain sensitive to upcoming labor, inflation and economic-growth data as investors reassess the timing and pace of any future changes in U.S. interest rates.

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The Investor 10-06-26

U.S. Stocks Mostly Higher as Services Activity Remains Strong but Price Pressures Rise

U.S. stocks traded mostly higher on Monday as services-sector data continued to point to solid economic growth. The S&P 500 gained 0.43% to 7,755.84 and the Nasdaq rose 0.73% to 27,388.08, while the Dow Jones slipped 0.17% to 51,092.08.

The S&P Global Services PMI came in at 58.8 in September, slightly above the 58.7 consensus, while the Composite PMI held at 58.4. Both readings indicate robust expansion in U.S. private-sector activity.

The ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI was somewhat softer, declining to 54.9 from 55.4 and missing expectations of 55.1. However, the employment component improved to 50.1 from 47.8, moving back into expansion territory and signaling better hiring conditions within the services sector.

Inflation pressures were the main concern. The ISM Non-Manufacturing Prices Index climbed to 74.0 from 72.6, indicating that service-sector input costs remain elevated.

The market reaction suggests investors are balancing resilient economic growth against persistent inflation pressures. Strong activity is supportive for earnings expectations, particularly for growth stocks, but the rise in the prices index could limit expectations for aggressive Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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WS Investor 10-05-26

U.S. Stocks Rally as Weak Jobs Report Boosts Rate-Cut Expectations

U.S. stocks moved sharply higher on Friday after September employment data showed a much weaker labor market than expected, increasing expectations that the Federal Reserve could adopt a more accommodative policy stance.

Nonfarm payrolls rose by just 29,000 in September, far below the 89,000 consensus and down sharply from 133,000 previously. Private payrolls increased by 46,000, also missing the 85,000 forecast and slowing from 89,000.

The unemployment rate climbed to 4.2% from 4.1%, while average hourly earnings growth slowed to 3.0% year over year from 3.1%, below the 3.2% consensus. Together, the figures point to cooling labor demand and easing wage pressures.

Equity markets reacted positively. The S&P 500 rose 0.80%, the Dow gained 0.52%, and the Nasdaq climbed 1.24%, with technology stocks outperforming.

The market reaction suggests investors are focusing on the prospect that weaker employment conditions could reduce pressure on the Fed to keep policy restrictive. Softer wage growth also helps ease inflation concerns, creating a particularly supportive backdrop for growth and technology shares.

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WS News 10-02-26

U.S. Stocks Trade Mixed as Strong Jobless Claims Data Clash With Hot Manufacturing Prices

U.S. stocks traded mixed on Thursday as investors weighed resilient labor-market data against renewed inflation concerns from the manufacturing sector. The S&P 500 slipped 0.11% to 7,642.86, while the Dow Jones fell 0.35%. The Nasdaq was nearly flat, edging 0.05% higher.

Initial jobless claims fell to 197,000, below the 201,000 expected and down slightly from 198,000 previously. Continuing claims also declined to 1.701 million, better than the 1.730 million consensus and 1.712 million prior reading. The figures suggest layoffs remain limited and the labor market continues to show resilience.

Manufacturing activity remained firmly in expansion territory. The ISM Manufacturing PMI came in at 54.5 in September, just below the 54.8 forecast and roughly unchanged from 54.6 previously.

The more significant surprise came from prices. The ISM Manufacturing Prices Index jumped to 77.9 from 71.1, far above expectations of 72.9. The sharp increase points to stronger input-cost pressures and could revive concerns that inflation may remain sticky.

For equities, the data create a mixed backdrop: solid employment and manufacturing activity support the economic outlook, but the sharp rise in manufacturing prices may keep Treasury yields and interest-rate expectations elevated, helping explain the more cautious performance in the broader market.

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European Investor 10-01-26

U.S. Stocks Rise as Softer PCE Inflation Offsets Stronger Growth and Jobs Data

U.S. stocks moved higher on Wednesday as investors welcomed softer-than-expected inflation readings alongside signs that the economy remains resilient. The S&P 500 rose 0.52%, the Dow Jones was nearly flat with a 0.03% gain, while the Nasdaq climbed 0.94%, leading the major indexes.

The August PCE price index rose 3.4% year over year, below the 3.7% expected, while monthly inflation came in at 0.3% versus the 0.4% consensus. Core PCE was also softer than forecast, rising 3.0% annually compared with expectations of 3.3%, while the monthly increase of 0.2% was below the 0.3% estimate.

At the same time, economic activity remained firm. Second-quarter GDP growth was revised to 2.2%, above the 1.5% consensus and the previous 2.1% estimate. ADP private payrolls increased by 90,000 in September, beating expectations of 73,000 and accelerating sharply from 36,000 previously.

Manufacturing activity provided another upside surprise, with the Chicago PMI jumping to 58.8 in September from 47.1, well above the 51.2 forecast and moving firmly into expansion territory.

The market reaction reflects a favorable combination for equities: inflation came in cooler than feared while employment, GDP and business activity remained relatively strong. The softer PCE readings appear particularly supportive for technology and other growth stocks, helping explain the Nasdaq’s outperformance despite the stronger economic data.

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WS News 09-30-26

U.S. Stocks Mixed as Consumer Confidence Slumps and Job Openings Fall

U.S. stocks were mixed on Tuesday as fresh economic data pointed to softer consumer sentiment and a cooling labor market, while technology shares showed relative resilience.

The S&P 500 was little changed at 7,682.43, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.29% to 51,334.39, and the Nasdaq rose 0.18% to 26,867.67.

The biggest negative surprise came from consumer confidence. The Conference Board’s September index fell to 81.9 from 88.6, well below the 89.2 consensus estimate. The sharp drop suggests households are becoming more cautious about the economic outlook.

Labor-market data also softened. JOLTS job openings declined to 7.079 million in August from 7.335 million and missed expectations for 7.230 million, adding to signs that demand for workers is gradually cooling.

Housing data were more mixed. The S&P/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index was flat month over month in July, down from a 0.4% increase previously, while annual home-price growth accelerated to 2.5% from 2.2%, above expectations.

For markets, the combination of weaker confidence and lower job openings may support expectations for easier Federal Reserve policy over time. However, persistent home-price inflation and broader concerns around elevated inflation are keeping the policy outlook complicated, which helps explain the uneven performance across major indexes.

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WS News 09-29-26

U.S. Stocks Fall as Oil and Treasury Yields Rise, Reviving Inflation Concerns

U.S. stocks moved lower on Monday as rising oil prices pushed inflation expectations higher and drove Treasury yields back toward multi-decade highs, increasing pressure on equity valuations.

The S&P 500 fell 0.87% to 7,675.86, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.63% to 51,503.20. The Nasdaq was the weakest of the major indexes, dropping 1.19% to 26,746.90 as higher bond yields weighed more heavily on technology and other long-duration growth stocks.

The main pressure came from energy markets. Brent crude rebounded as U.S.-Iran negotiations remained stalled and uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz continued to threaten global supply flows. Higher oil prices are particularly important for equities because they can feed into transportation, production and consumer costs, making inflation harder to contain. (Market Screener)

Bond markets reflected those concerns. The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield climbed to about 5.26%, extending a sharp rise that has already taken yields to their highest levels in nearly two decades. Higher oil prices and stronger inflation expectations have contributed to expectations that the Federal Reserve may need to keep monetary policy tighter for longer.(FXStreet)

Inflation expectations had already been moving higher before Monday’s oil rebound. The University of Michigan’s September survey showed one-year inflation expectations rising to 4.6% from 4.0% in August, while five-year expectations edged up to 3.4% from 3.3%.

Other pressures are also weighing on sentiment. Investors are approaching a busy week of U.S. economic data, including the PCE inflation report and employment figures, while markets continue to assess the possibility of additional Federal Reserve tightening. Elevated government borrowing needs and concern over the U.S. fiscal outlook are also contributing to upward pressure on longer-term yields.

For equities, the combination is uncomfortable: higher oil prices raise inflation risks, higher inflation keeps pressure on the Fed, and higher Treasury yields increase the discount rate applied to future corporate earnings. That dynamic helps explain why the Nasdaq is underperforming the broader market in Monday trading.

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The Investor 09-28-26

U.S. Stocks Edge Lower as Jobless Claims Stay Low and Home Sales Beat Expectations

U.S. stocks traded modestly lower on Thursday, with the S&P 500 down 0.18% at 7,692.30, the Dow Jones falling 0.25% to 51,381.27 and the Nasdaq declining 0.53% to 26,792.15.

Fresh economic data pointed to continued resilience in parts of the U.S. economy. Initial jobless claims came in at 197,000, below the 201,000 expected and slightly below the previous 198,000, suggesting layoffs remain relatively contained. Continuing claims were 1.719 million, also below the 1.750 million forecast.

Housing data were also stronger than expected. August building permits were revised to 1.403 million from an earlier 1.394 million estimate, while new home sales reached 684,000, well above the 615,000 consensus and up from 643,000 previously.

The relatively firm labor and housing figures may be limiting expectations for faster Federal Reserve easing, putting some pressure on equities and particularly rate-sensitive technology shares. The Nasdaq was the weakest of the three major indexes in early trading.

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European Investor 09-24-26

U.S. Stocks Fall as Strong September PMI Data Revives Rate Concerns

U.S. stocks traded lower Tuesday as stronger-than-expected September business activity data raised concerns that resilient economic growth could keep interest rates elevated for longer.

The S&P 500 fell 0.37% to 7,736.24, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.34% to 51,687.57. The Nasdaq underperformed with a 0.54% drop to 27,095.84.

S&P Global’s U.S. Manufacturing PMI jumped to 57.0 in September from 53.9, well above the 53.6 forecast. Services PMI also strengthened to 58.7 from 56.5, beating expectations of 55.8, while the Composite PMI climbed to 58.4 from 56.0.

The readings point to strong momentum across both manufacturing and services. While that supports the economic outlook, investors may also see the data as reducing the urgency for additional monetary easing and potentially keeping Treasury yields under upward pressure.

Technology stocks were among the weaker areas of the market, contributing to the Nasdaq’s larger decline. Investors will now watch upcoming inflation, labor-market and Federal Reserve signals for further clues on the path of interest rates.

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Wall Street Turns Lower as Inflation Expectations Rise and 10-Year Treasury Yield Jumps

U.S. stocks moved lower Wednesday as investors reacted to higher consumer inflation expectations and a sharp increase in the yield at the latest 10-year Treasury note auction.

The S&P 500 fell 0.24% to 7,800.42, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.59% to 51,219.02. The Nasdaq Composite was down 0.39% at 27,492.49.

The New York Fed’s one-year consumer inflation expectations rose to 3.9% in September, above both the 3.6% forecast and the previous reading of 3.6%. The increase suggests households are becoming more concerned about near-term price pressures, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve’s path toward easier monetary policy.

Pressure on markets was reinforced by the U.S. Treasury’s 10-year note auction, which cleared at a yield of 5.300%, sharply above the previous auction’s 4.834%. The higher yield points to materially higher borrowing costs and increases the discount rate applied to future corporate earnings, a particular headwind for growth-oriented equities.

The combination of rising inflation expectations and higher long-term Treasury yields appears to be weighing on risk sentiment, with investors reassessing the possibility that U.S. interest rates may remain elevated for longer than previously anticipated.

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Global Finance News 10-07-26

Wall Street Opens Higher as ADP Weekly Employment Growth Strengthens

U.S. stocks opened higher on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 rising 0.79% to 7,835.09, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.75% to 51,652.43 and the Nasdaq advancing 0.77% to 27,687.76.

The positive start came alongside a firmer reading from ADP’s weekly employment estimate. U.S. private-sector employment increased by 23,800, up from 22,500 in the previous reading, suggesting that labor demand remains relatively resilient.

The data added to the latest evidence that the U.S. labor market is continuing to expand, even as investors assess whether employment conditions are cooling enough to influence the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

Equities moved broadly higher at the open, with gains across all three major indexes. Markets are now likely to remain sensitive to upcoming labor, inflation and economic-growth data as investors reassess the timing and pace of any future changes in U.S. interest rates.

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The Investor 10-06-26

U.S. Stocks Mostly Higher as Services Activity Remains Strong but Price Pressures Rise

U.S. stocks traded mostly higher on Monday as services-sector data continued to point to solid economic growth. The S&P 500 gained 0.43% to 7,755.84 and the Nasdaq rose 0.73% to 27,388.08, while the Dow Jones slipped 0.17% to 51,092.08.

The S&P Global Services PMI came in at 58.8 in September, slightly above the 58.7 consensus, while the Composite PMI held at 58.4. Both readings indicate robust expansion in U.S. private-sector activity.

The ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI was somewhat softer, declining to 54.9 from 55.4 and missing expectations of 55.1. However, the employment component improved to 50.1 from 47.8, moving back into expansion territory and signaling better hiring conditions within the services sector.

Inflation pressures were the main concern. The ISM Non-Manufacturing Prices Index climbed to 74.0 from 72.6, indicating that service-sector input costs remain elevated.

The market reaction suggests investors are balancing resilient economic growth against persistent inflation pressures. Strong activity is supportive for earnings expectations, particularly for growth stocks, but the rise in the prices index could limit expectations for aggressive Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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WS Investor 10-05-26

U.S. Stocks Rally as Weak Jobs Report Boosts Rate-Cut Expectations

U.S. stocks moved sharply higher on Friday after September employment data showed a much weaker labor market than expected, increasing expectations that the Federal Reserve could adopt a more accommodative policy stance.

Nonfarm payrolls rose by just 29,000 in September, far below the 89,000 consensus and down sharply from 133,000 previously. Private payrolls increased by 46,000, also missing the 85,000 forecast and slowing from 89,000.

The unemployment rate climbed to 4.2% from 4.1%, while average hourly earnings growth slowed to 3.0% year over year from 3.1%, below the 3.2% consensus. Together, the figures point to cooling labor demand and easing wage pressures.

Equity markets reacted positively. The S&P 500 rose 0.80%, the Dow gained 0.52%, and the Nasdaq climbed 1.24%, with technology stocks outperforming.

The market reaction suggests investors are focusing on the prospect that weaker employment conditions could reduce pressure on the Fed to keep policy restrictive. Softer wage growth also helps ease inflation concerns, creating a particularly supportive backdrop for growth and technology shares.

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WS News 10-02-26

U.S. Stocks Trade Mixed as Strong Jobless Claims Data Clash With Hot Manufacturing Prices

U.S. stocks traded mixed on Thursday as investors weighed resilient labor-market data against renewed inflation concerns from the manufacturing sector. The S&P 500 slipped 0.11% to 7,642.86, while the Dow Jones fell 0.35%. The Nasdaq was nearly flat, edging 0.05% higher.

Initial jobless claims fell to 197,000, below the 201,000 expected and down slightly from 198,000 previously. Continuing claims also declined to 1.701 million, better than the 1.730 million consensus and 1.712 million prior reading. The figures suggest layoffs remain limited and the labor market continues to show resilience.

Manufacturing activity remained firmly in expansion territory. The ISM Manufacturing PMI came in at 54.5 in September, just below the 54.8 forecast and roughly unchanged from 54.6 previously.

The more significant surprise came from prices. The ISM Manufacturing Prices Index jumped to 77.9 from 71.1, far above expectations of 72.9. The sharp increase points to stronger input-cost pressures and could revive concerns that inflation may remain sticky.

For equities, the data create a mixed backdrop: solid employment and manufacturing activity support the economic outlook, but the sharp rise in manufacturing prices may keep Treasury yields and interest-rate expectations elevated, helping explain the more cautious performance in the broader market.

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European Investor 10-01-26

U.S. Stocks Rise as Softer PCE Inflation Offsets Stronger Growth and Jobs Data

U.S. stocks moved higher on Wednesday as investors welcomed softer-than-expected inflation readings alongside signs that the economy remains resilient. The S&P 500 rose 0.52%, the Dow Jones was nearly flat with a 0.03% gain, while the Nasdaq climbed 0.94%, leading the major indexes.

The August PCE price index rose 3.4% year over year, below the 3.7% expected, while monthly inflation came in at 0.3% versus the 0.4% consensus. Core PCE was also softer than forecast, rising 3.0% annually compared with expectations of 3.3%, while the monthly increase of 0.2% was below the 0.3% estimate.

At the same time, economic activity remained firm. Second-quarter GDP growth was revised to 2.2%, above the 1.5% consensus and the previous 2.1% estimate. ADP private payrolls increased by 90,000 in September, beating expectations of 73,000 and accelerating sharply from 36,000 previously.

Manufacturing activity provided another upside surprise, with the Chicago PMI jumping to 58.8 in September from 47.1, well above the 51.2 forecast and moving firmly into expansion territory.

The market reaction reflects a favorable combination for equities: inflation came in cooler than feared while employment, GDP and business activity remained relatively strong. The softer PCE readings appear particularly supportive for technology and other growth stocks, helping explain the Nasdaq’s outperformance despite the stronger economic data.

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WS News 09-30-26

U.S. Stocks Mixed as Consumer Confidence Slumps and Job Openings Fall

U.S. stocks were mixed on Tuesday as fresh economic data pointed to softer consumer sentiment and a cooling labor market, while technology shares showed relative resilience.

The S&P 500 was little changed at 7,682.43, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.29% to 51,334.39, and the Nasdaq rose 0.18% to 26,867.67.

The biggest negative surprise came from consumer confidence. The Conference Board’s September index fell to 81.9 from 88.6, well below the 89.2 consensus estimate. The sharp drop suggests households are becoming more cautious about the economic outlook.

Labor-market data also softened. JOLTS job openings declined to 7.079 million in August from 7.335 million and missed expectations for 7.230 million, adding to signs that demand for workers is gradually cooling.

Housing data were more mixed. The S&P/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index was flat month over month in July, down from a 0.4% increase previously, while annual home-price growth accelerated to 2.5% from 2.2%, above expectations.

For markets, the combination of weaker confidence and lower job openings may support expectations for easier Federal Reserve policy over time. However, persistent home-price inflation and broader concerns around elevated inflation are keeping the policy outlook complicated, which helps explain the uneven performance across major indexes.

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WS News 09-29-26

U.S. Stocks Fall as Oil and Treasury Yields Rise, Reviving Inflation Concerns

U.S. stocks moved lower on Monday as rising oil prices pushed inflation expectations higher and drove Treasury yields back toward multi-decade highs, increasing pressure on equity valuations.

The S&P 500 fell 0.87% to 7,675.86, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.63% to 51,503.20. The Nasdaq was the weakest of the major indexes, dropping 1.19% to 26,746.90 as higher bond yields weighed more heavily on technology and other long-duration growth stocks.

The main pressure came from energy markets. Brent crude rebounded as U.S.-Iran negotiations remained stalled and uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz continued to threaten global supply flows. Higher oil prices are particularly important for equities because they can feed into transportation, production and consumer costs, making inflation harder to contain. (Market Screener)

Bond markets reflected those concerns. The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield climbed to about 5.26%, extending a sharp rise that has already taken yields to their highest levels in nearly two decades. Higher oil prices and stronger inflation expectations have contributed to expectations that the Federal Reserve may need to keep monetary policy tighter for longer.(FXStreet)

Inflation expectations had already been moving higher before Monday’s oil rebound. The University of Michigan’s September survey showed one-year inflation expectations rising to 4.6% from 4.0% in August, while five-year expectations edged up to 3.4% from 3.3%.

Other pressures are also weighing on sentiment. Investors are approaching a busy week of U.S. economic data, including the PCE inflation report and employment figures, while markets continue to assess the possibility of additional Federal Reserve tightening. Elevated government borrowing needs and concern over the U.S. fiscal outlook are also contributing to upward pressure on longer-term yields.

For equities, the combination is uncomfortable: higher oil prices raise inflation risks, higher inflation keeps pressure on the Fed, and higher Treasury yields increase the discount rate applied to future corporate earnings. That dynamic helps explain why the Nasdaq is underperforming the broader market in Monday trading.

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The Investor 09-28-26

U.S. Stocks Edge Lower as Jobless Claims Stay Low and Home Sales Beat Expectations

U.S. stocks traded modestly lower on Thursday, with the S&P 500 down 0.18% at 7,692.30, the Dow Jones falling 0.25% to 51,381.27 and the Nasdaq declining 0.53% to 26,792.15.

Fresh economic data pointed to continued resilience in parts of the U.S. economy. Initial jobless claims came in at 197,000, below the 201,000 expected and slightly below the previous 198,000, suggesting layoffs remain relatively contained. Continuing claims were 1.719 million, also below the 1.750 million forecast.

Housing data were also stronger than expected. August building permits were revised to 1.403 million from an earlier 1.394 million estimate, while new home sales reached 684,000, well above the 615,000 consensus and up from 643,000 previously.

The relatively firm labor and housing figures may be limiting expectations for faster Federal Reserve easing, putting some pressure on equities and particularly rate-sensitive technology shares. The Nasdaq was the weakest of the three major indexes in early trading.

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European Investor 09-24-26

U.S. Stocks Fall as Strong September PMI Data Revives Rate Concerns

U.S. stocks traded lower Tuesday as stronger-than-expected September business activity data raised concerns that resilient economic growth could keep interest rates elevated for longer.

The S&P 500 fell 0.37% to 7,736.24, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.34% to 51,687.57. The Nasdaq underperformed with a 0.54% drop to 27,095.84.

S&P Global’s U.S. Manufacturing PMI jumped to 57.0 in September from 53.9, well above the 53.6 forecast. Services PMI also strengthened to 58.7 from 56.5, beating expectations of 55.8, while the Composite PMI climbed to 58.4 from 56.0.

The readings point to strong momentum across both manufacturing and services. While that supports the economic outlook, investors may also see the data as reducing the urgency for additional monetary easing and potentially keeping Treasury yields under upward pressure.

Technology stocks were among the weaker areas of the market, contributing to the Nasdaq’s larger decline. Investors will now watch upcoming inflation, labor-market and Federal Reserve signals for further clues on the path of interest rates.

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US Justice Department probes Nvidia's licensing deal with Groq amid antitrust concerns | Noah Intelligence

The US Department of Justice is examining whether Nvidia's licensing agreement with AI startup Groq was structured to evade antitrust scrutiny, signalling intensified regulation of AI industry mergers.The US Department...

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WS News 09-11-26

SpaceX's next trillion dollar bet has nothing to do with rockets, Musk tells staff

Elon Musk told SpaceX employees AI revenue will soon surpass Starlink and rockets combined, projecting up to $500 billion a year by 2027.

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European Investor 08-15-26

SpaceX officially closes its Cursor acquisition

AI coding startup Cursor is now officially a part of SpaceX.

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Apple Launches New Mac mini and Mac Studio With M6 and M5 Ultra Chips

Apple said its latest Mac mini and Mac Studio models are now available, expanding the company’s desktop lineup with new Apple silicon aimed at stronger AI, graphics and professional computing performance.

The new Mac mini is offered with the M6 or M5 Pro chip. Apple said the M6 version delivers up to 4x faster AI performance, 2x faster graphics and storage performance, and 40% faster CPU performance compared with the prior-generation model. The M5 Pro configuration is aimed at more demanding workloads such as video production and game development.

Mac Studio now comes with M5 Max or M5 Ultra. The M5 Ultra version supports up to a 36-core CPU, an 80-core GPU and 512GB of unified memory, while Thunderbolt 5 with RDMA support allows multiple Mac Studio systems to be clustered for distributed AI inference.

Both systems are positioned heavily around on-device AI and run macOS 27, which includes Siri AI and other Apple Intelligence features. Apple is increasingly emphasizing local AI workloads, agentic workflows and large-model inference as part of its Mac strategy.

Pricing starts at $899 for Mac mini with M6 and $2,499 for Mac Studio with M5 Max. The M5 Ultra version starts at $5,499.

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Global Finance News 09-22-26

The latest iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods lineups arrive in stores worldwide - Apple

On Friday, September 18, Apple Store locations around the world introduced customers to the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5.

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Global Finance News 09-19-26

Apple Rolls Out Siri AI Across Its Software Platforms

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) has begun rolling out major software updates across its ecosystem, headlined by Siri AI and the next generation of Apple Intelligence.

Siri AI is designed as a more conversational and context-aware assistant, with the ability to understand information across messages, emails and photos, recognize what is displayed on a user’s screen and perform more actions across apps. The beta is initially rolling out in English, with additional languages planned for October.

Apple is also expanding generative AI throughout its products. New capabilities include Write with Siri, AI-powered photo editing and image generation, smarter Safari tab organization and website-change alerts.

The updates are rolling out across iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27 and tvOS 27. However, Siri AI will initially face regional limitations, including no availability in China while Apple works through regulatory requirements.

The launch represents a major step in Apple’s effort to integrate generative AI more deeply across its hardware and software ecosystem and strengthen its position in the rapidly expanding consumer AI market.

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The Investor 09-15-26

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The Investor 09-15-26

Top Stock Market Highlights of the Week: Apple, Qualcomm, Sembcorp Industries and Mapletree Logistics Trust

We look at Apple's shift to a split iPhone launch strategy, a major AI chip partnership, and two corporate developments from Singapore-listed companies.

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The Investor 09-12-26

Apple unveils iPhone Duo - Apple

Apple today introduced iPhone Duo, the first foldable iPhone.

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The Investor 09-10-26

Apple Stock in Focus as Rothschild & Co Redburn Upgrades AAPL to Buy, Sets $400 Target

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) shares are in focus Monday after Rothschild & Co Redburn upgraded the iPhone maker to Buy from Neutral and set a $400 price target.

Analyst Timm Schulze-Melander issued the bullish rating with Apple shares at $305.61, implying approximately 31% upside to the new target.

The upgrade comes as investor attention increasingly shifts toward Apple’s ability to monetize artificial intelligence across its enormous installed device base. Apple remains uniquely positioned within the technology sector because of the combination of its premium hardware ecosystem, high-margin Services business and ability to integrate AI capabilities directly across iPhone, Mac and other devices.

A $400 target also suggests Rothschild & Co Redburn sees room for Apple’s valuation to remain elevated as the company enters its next product and AI cycle.

The rating change is particularly notable because it represents an outright upgrade rather than simply an increase in the price target. Moving from Neutral to Buy signals a materially more constructive view of Apple’s risk-reward profile.

With AAPL trading around $305.61 in the rating report, investors will now watch whether improving expectations around AI monetization, Services growth and the broader Apple ecosystem can provide enough earnings growth to justify the analyst’s $400 target.

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European Investor 08-17-26

Apple Stock Falls After Jefferies Downgrade to Underperform

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) shares fell about 2.2% Monday after Jefferies Financial Group downgraded the iPhone maker to Underperform from Buy and sharply reduced its price target.

Jefferies analyst Edison Lee lowered the firm's price target on Apple to $263.66 from $285.56. With Apple previously trading around $306.57, the new target implies roughly 14% downside from that level.

Jefferies Turns Bearish on Apple

The downgrade represents a significant shift in Jefferies' view of Apple, moving directly from a bullish Buy recommendation to an Underperform rating rather than stepping down to Neutral.

The substantial reduction in the price target also suggests Jefferies sees Apple's current valuation as difficult to justify relative to its expectations for the company's future earnings and growth.

Monday's approximately 2.2% decline indicates investors are taking the more cautious analyst view seriously, particularly after Apple's recent share-price strength.

Why Is AAPL Stock Down Today?

The Jefferies downgrade appears to be the primary company-specific catalyst behind Monday's decline.

At approximately $306.57 before the move, Apple was trading more than $40 above Jefferies' new $263.66 target. That valuation gap provides a clear explanation for the market's negative reaction.

The downgrade also comes as investors continue to assess Apple's position in artificial intelligence and whether its AI strategy can generate sufficient new revenue and device demand to support its premium valuation.

For now, the combination of a two-notch downgrade and a substantially lower price target is putting pressure on AAPL shares, with investors likely to watch whether other Wall Street analysts become more cautious on Apple's valuation and AI-driven growth expectations.

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European Investor 08-10-26

Apple Stock Drops 7% Despite Record Q3 Results as Weak Outlook Overshadows Earnings Beat

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) shares fell 7% in premarket trading on Friday after the company reported record fiscal third-quarter results but issued a softer-than-expected outlook for the current quarter, disappointing investors following a strong run in the stock.

Apple posted record June-quarter revenue of $109.4 billion, up 16% year over year, while diluted earnings per share climbed 29% to $2.02. The company reported record June-quarter revenue from the iPhone, Mac and Services segments, with double-digit revenue growth across every geographic region. Gross margin reached 50.1%, although results benefited from approximately two percentage points of tariff refunds, which also added $0.11 to earnings per share.

Record iPhone Sales Offset by Softer Outlook

The June quarter reflected broad-based strength across Apple's product lineup. CEO Tim Cook highlighted record revenue and an all-time high installed base of active devices, while the company also introduced its new Siri AI platform at WWDC26.

However, investors focused on Apple's outlook for the September quarter. Management projected revenue growth of 9% to 11%, below Wall Street expectations of roughly 12%, citing supply constraints for advanced chips and foreign exchange headwinds. Services revenue also fell short of analyst estimates despite growing 12%, adding to concerns about the segment's momentum.

Tariff Benefit and Supply Constraints Draw Attention

While Apple delivered another record quarter, investors also noted that earnings received a one-time boost from tariff refunds. Excluding that benefit, gross margins would have been closer to market expectations, reducing the magnitude of the earnings beat. At the same time, persistent supply chain constraints are expected to limit growth in the coming quarter despite healthy underlying demand.

What to Watch

The sharp premarket decline suggests investors are looking beyond Apple's record June-quarter performance and focusing on slower-than-expected near-term growth. Markets will closely monitor supply chain conditions, adoption of Apple's new AI features, Services revenue growth and demand for the upcoming iPhone lineup as key drivers of the stock in the months ahead.

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Global Finance News 07-31-26

Apple (AAPL) Stock Rises After Citigroup Raises Price Target to $365

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) shares gained approximately 1.2% after Citigroup reiterated its Buy rating and raised its price target to $365 from $315.

The higher target comes as investors remain focused on Apple’s ability to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities, strengthen its services ecosystem, and support long-term revenue growth through new product cycles.

Citigroup’s rating action reflects a more constructive valuation outlook, while the unchanged Buy recommendation signals continued confidence in the company’s broader earnings potential.

Apple continues to benefit from its large installed device base, recurring services revenue, and strong cash generation. At the same time, investor expectations remain high around future AI integration across the iPhone, Mac, and other products.

Several factors supported the stock:

* Citigroup raised its price target to $365 from $315.
* The firm maintained its Buy rating.
* Investors remain optimistic about Apple’s AI strategy and services growth.
* The company’s ecosystem and recurring revenue base continue to support its long-term outlook.

The positive analyst update helped strengthen investor sentiment, lifting Apple shares during the session.

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Constellation Brands Falls 5.4% Premarket as Weak Beer Depletions and Margin Pressure Overshadow Q2 Growth

Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ) shares fell about 5.4% in premarket trading after the company reported fiscal 2027 second-quarter results that showed higher sales and earnings but continued weakness in underlying beer demand and pressure on margins.

Second-quarter net sales increased 6% year over year to $2.63 billion, while comparable EPS rose 3% to $3.74. Comparable operating income increased just 1% to $897 million. Constellation reaffirmed its fiscal 2027 comparable EPS outlook of $11.20-$11.90 and its free cash flow target of $1.6 billion-$1.7 billion.

The main concern appears to be the Beer business, which accounts for most of Constellation’s revenue. Beer sales increased 5% to $2.47 billion, helped by a 5.5% increase in shipments, but consumer depletions declined 0.6%. Modelo Especial depletions fell approximately 2%, while Corona Extra declined around 5%. Growth in Pacifico, Victoria and Modelo Chelada only partially offset those declines.

Profitability also weakened. Beer operating income increased only 1% despite the 5% sales increase, while operating margin contracted 160 basis points to 39.0%. Constellation attributed the decline mainly to increased marketing investment and other SG&A spending, which more than offset lower tariff costs and favorable fixed-cost absorption.

Wine and Spirits showed a stronger recovery, with sales increasing 17% to $159.4 million and depletions rising 10.2%. Operating income improved to $6.1 million from a $19.8 million loss a year earlier.

However, management maintained a cautious full-year outlook. Constellation continues to expect organic enterprise sales, Beer sales and organic Wine and Spirits sales to range between a 1% decline and 1% growth in fiscal 2027. Beer operating margin is expected at 37%-38%.

The premarket decline therefore appears to reflect concern that headline shipment growth is running ahead of end-market beer consumption, particularly for flagship Modelo Especial and Corona Extra, while higher spending is limiting operating leverage. The decision to reaffirm rather than raise its comparable earnings outlook despite the stronger quarter may also be contributing to investor caution.

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European Investor 10-07-26

Constellation Brands’ Pacifico Unveils Transformable Outdoor Gear Prototype Series

Constellation Brands’ (NYSE: STZ) Pacifico brand unveiled Pacifi-Go, a new series of experimental outdoor gear designed to transition from outdoor activities to post-adventure social settings.

The prototype collection includes three products: the Cold-One Coat, a waterproof jacket with a removable hood that converts into an ice bucket; the Kickback Kickstand, which transforms a wakeboard into a campfire bench; and the Tall Boy Tent, a backpack beer cooler containing a compact beach shelter.

Rather than immediately launching the products commercially, Pacifico will test the limited prototypes with a group of professional and amateur action-sports athletes, outdoor enthusiasts and creators. Participants will use the gear in real-world conditions and provide feedback on its performance and functionality.

Pacifico will also use its social-media channels to let consumers follow the testing process and provide feedback on which concepts they would like to see developed further.

The initiative represents a brand-engagement and product experimentation campaign for Pacifico as Constellation Brands continues to build the beer brand’s positioning around outdoor activities and adventure.

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Constellation Brands (STZ) Stock Rises Premarket as Beer Business Strength Offsets Wine Weakness

Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ) shares gained 2.4% in premarket trading after the company reported fiscal first-quarter 2027 results that highlighted resilient beer demand, strong earnings growth, and reaffirmed its full-year comparable earnings outlook.

The company posted net sales of $2.43 billion, down 3% year over year on a reported basis, reflecting the impact of last year's wine divestitures. However, organic net sales increased 3%, while reported earnings per share climbed 31% to $3.79 and comparable EPS rose 7% to $3.43.

Constellation's Beer business remained the key growth driver, with net sales rising 2% as higher shipment volumes and favorable pricing offset a slight decline in depletions. Modelo Especial retained its position as the top-selling beer brand by dollar sales in U.S. tracked channels, while Pacifico and Victoria continued delivering strong market share gains.

Although reported Wine and Spirits sales fell sharply following previously announced divestitures, the remaining portfolio generated 8% organic net sales growth and continued to outperform the broader category in U.S. tracked channels.

The company also generated $662 million in operating cash flow and $485 million in free cash flow during the quarter, repurchased $324 million of shares year-to-date, and declared a quarterly dividend of $1.03 per share. Management updated reported EPS guidance to $11.50-$12.20 while reaffirming comparable EPS guidance of $11.20-$11.90 for fiscal 2027.

Investors appeared encouraged by the continued strength of Constellation's premium beer portfolio, solid profitability, and confidence in the company's outlook, pushing STZ shares roughly 2.4% higher in premarket trading.

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Constellation Brands announced the reopening of its flagship Robert Mondavi Winery estate in Oakville following a three-year transformation, marking the winery’s 60th anniversary and a major modernization of one of Napa Valley’s most iconic wine destinations.

The redesigned estate introduces upgraded visitor experiences, including expanded indoor-outdoor tasting areas, a new hospitality and culinary center, and enhanced production facilities. The renovation preserves key historic elements while integrating contemporary architecture and advanced winemaking technology aimed at improving precision and quality.

At the core of the transformation is a renewed focus on estate-driven winemaking, supported by the organically certified To Kalon Vineyard and new production capabilities such as optical sorting and temperature-controlled fermentation systems. These upgrades are intended to enhance the expression and consistency of the winery’s premium wines.

To commemorate the reopening, the winery will release a limited-edition 60th anniversary Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, while also launching new curated tasting and tour experiences for visitors. The reopening positions Robert Mondavi Winery to strengthen its role as a leading luxury wine destination and reinforce its long-standing legacy in Napa Valley.

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European Investor 04-18-26

Constellation Brands announced an agreement to acquire the remaining stake in HOPWTR, expanding its presence in the fast-growing non-alcoholic drinks segment.

Constellation first invested in HOPWTR in 2021 through its venture arm, and the full acquisition reflects increasing demand for premium no- and low-alcohol products, with the category growing 22% in 2025.

HOPWTR, a calorie-free sparkling water infused with hops, adaptogens, and nootropics, will continue operating with its existing leadership team, including founder and CEO Jordan Bass.

The deal, expected to close in early April 2026, aligns with Constellation’s strategy to diversify its portfolio and capture evolving consumer preferences toward moderation and functional beverages.

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European Investor 03-28-26

Constellation Brands, Inc. reported mixed third-quarter fiscal 2026 results as it navigated a challenging operating environment, while continuing to gain market share and return capital to shareholders.

Net sales declined 10% year over year to $2.22 billion, reflecting lower volumes, though comparable results showed stable operating income and stronger profitability metrics. Reported EPS was $2.88, while comparable EPS reached $3.06. The Beer business continued to outperform the U.S. industry, gaining dollar and volume share across tracked channels, led by brands such as Modelo Especial, Corona, Pacifico, and Victoria. Wine and Spirits also outpaced the higher-end wine segment.

Year to date, Constellation generated $2.1 billion in operating cash flow and $1.45 billion in free cash flow, repurchasing $824 million of shares and declaring a quarterly dividend of $1.02 per share. The company updated its fiscal 2026 reported EPS outlook to $9.72–$10.02 and reaffirmed its comparable EPS, cash flow, and leverage targets, underscoring continued focus on disciplined capital allocation and long-term growth.

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The Investor 01-08-26

Modelo introduced its first non-alcoholic product, Modelo Chelada Limón y Sal Non-Alcoholic, expanding the brand into the fast-growing moderation and non-alcoholic beverage segment. The new offering delivers the familiar lime-and-salt chelada flavor profile in a zero-alcohol format, responding to rising consumer demand for flavorful non-alcoholic options and supporting Constellation Brands’ broader strategy to grow its moderation-focused portfolio alongside existing products such as Corona Non-Alcoholic.

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Constellation Brands reported second-quarter fiscal 2026 results showing mixed performance amid ongoing consumer headwinds and portfolio adjustments.

Financial overview:
Net sales came in at $2.48 billion, down 15% year over year. Reported operating income rose 171% to $874 million, while reported EPS reached $2.65. On a comparable basis, operating income was $886 million, down 13%, with EPS of $3.63, down 16% from last year. Year-to-date, the company generated $1.5 billion in operating cash flow and $1.1 billion in free cash flow.

Beer business:
Beer remained the company’s core driver despite a 7% decline in net sales and a 12% drop in operating income, mainly due to softer demand and distributor inventory rebalancing. Depletions fell 2.7%, led by modest declines in Modelo Especial, Corona Extra, and Modelo Chelada, offset by double-digit growth in Pacifico and Victoria. Constellation retained its position as the #1 dollar share gainer in the U.S. beer category, with Modelo Especial leading overall sales.

Wine and Spirits:
The segment saw a 65% decline in net sales to $136 million and a swing to a $19.8 million operating loss, primarily from the SVEDKA divestiture and 2025 wine asset sales. Excluding divestitures, organic depletions rose 2%, and the portfolio outpaced the premium wine segment in both dollar and volume sales.

Shareholder returns and guidance:
The company repurchased $604 million of stock through September and declared a $1.02 quarterly dividend. Fiscal 2026 EPS guidance was revised to $9.86–$10.16 reported and reaffirmed at $11.30–$11.60 comparable, with expected operating cash flow of $2.5–$2.6 billion and free cash flow of $1.3–$1.4 billion.

Outlook:
Management expects an enterprise organic net sales decline of 4%–6%, with beer down 2%–4% and wine and spirits down 17%–20%. CEO Bill Newlands and CFO Garth Hankinson emphasized continued execution on strategic goals, cost savings, disciplined investment, and shareholder returns despite a challenging operating backdrop.

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European Investor 10-06-25

**Booker Vineyard Achieves Full CCOF Organic Certification for Winemaking**

Paso Robles-based Booker Vineyard & Winery, part of Constellation Brands, announced its winemaking operations have earned California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) certification, completing its shift to fully organic practices from vine to bottle. The recognition builds on prior vineyard certifications, including CCOF in 2021 and Regenerative Organic Certified® in 2023.

The certification process, led by General Manager Pete Turrone and Senior Winemaker Molly Lonborg, required detailed documentation, cellar adjustments, and third-party audits. Founder Eric Jensen, who began organic farming in 2006, said the certification reinforces transparency and environmental responsibility. Booker’s estate now operates under both CCOF and ROC standards, ensuring its wines are produced without synthetic chemicals while supporting soil health and sustainability.

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Wall Street Turns Lower as Inflation Expectations Rise and 10-Year Treasury Yield Jumps

U.S. stocks moved lower Wednesday as investors reacted to higher consumer inflation expectations and a sharp increase in the yield at the latest 10-year Treasury note auction.

The S&P 500 fell 0.24% to 7,800.42, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.59% to 51,219.02. The Nasdaq Composite was down 0.39% at 27,492.49.

The New York Fed’s one-year consumer inflation expectations rose to 3.9% in September, above both the 3.6% forecast and the previous reading of 3.6%. The increase suggests households are becoming more concerned about near-term price pressures, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve’s path toward easier monetary policy.

Pressure on markets was reinforced by the U.S. Treasury’s 10-year note auction, which cleared at a yield of 5.300%, sharply above the previous auction’s 4.834%. The higher yield points to materially higher borrowing costs and increases the discount rate applied to future corporate earnings, a particular headwind for growth-oriented equities.

The combination of rising inflation expectations and higher long-term Treasury yields appears to be weighing on risk sentiment, with investors reassessing the possibility that U.S. interest rates may remain elevated for longer than previously anticipated.

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Global Finance News 10-07-26

### U.S. 3-Year Treasury Auction Yield Jumps to 4.932%

The U.S. Treasury’s latest 3-year note auction cleared at a yield of 4.932%, sharply above the 4.474% yield at the previous auction.

The higher yield indicates investors demanded significantly more compensation to hold short- to intermediate-term government debt, reflecting renewed upward pressure on Treasury borrowing costs.

The result may reinforce market concerns that interest rates could remain elevated for longer, particularly as investors continue to assess inflation, labor-market resilience and the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

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The Investor 10-06-26

U.S. Trade Deficit Widens Sharply in August; Atlanta Fed GDPNow Holds at 3.7%

The U.S. trade deficit widened significantly in August to $105.6 billion, exceeding expectations for a $100.8 billion shortfall and deteriorating from the previous month’s $92.8 billion deficit.

Separately, the Atlanta Federal Reserve’s GDPNow model continued to estimate third-quarter U.S. economic growth at an annualized 3.7%, unchanged from both the previous estimate and market expectations.

The unchanged GDPNow reading suggests that, despite the weaker trade balance, incoming economic data have not materially altered the model’s overall assessment of third-quarter growth.

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The Investor 10-06-26

Wall Street Opens Higher as ADP Weekly Employment Growth Strengthens

U.S. stocks opened higher on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 rising 0.79% to 7,835.09, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.75% to 51,652.43 and the Nasdaq advancing 0.77% to 27,687.76.

The positive start came alongside a firmer reading from ADP’s weekly employment estimate. U.S. private-sector employment increased by 23,800, up from 22,500 in the previous reading, suggesting that labor demand remains relatively resilient.

The data added to the latest evidence that the U.S. labor market is continuing to expand, even as investors assess whether employment conditions are cooling enough to influence the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

Equities moved broadly higher at the open, with gains across all three major indexes. Markets are now likely to remain sensitive to upcoming labor, inflation and economic-growth data as investors reassess the timing and pace of any future changes in U.S. interest rates.

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The Investor 10-06-26

U.S. Stocks Mostly Higher as Services Activity Remains Strong but Price Pressures Rise

U.S. stocks traded mostly higher on Monday as services-sector data continued to point to solid economic growth. The S&P 500 gained 0.43% to 7,755.84 and the Nasdaq rose 0.73% to 27,388.08, while the Dow Jones slipped 0.17% to 51,092.08.

The S&P Global Services PMI came in at 58.8 in September, slightly above the 58.7 consensus, while the Composite PMI held at 58.4. Both readings indicate robust expansion in U.S. private-sector activity.

The ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI was somewhat softer, declining to 54.9 from 55.4 and missing expectations of 55.1. However, the employment component improved to 50.1 from 47.8, moving back into expansion territory and signaling better hiring conditions within the services sector.

Inflation pressures were the main concern. The ISM Non-Manufacturing Prices Index climbed to 74.0 from 72.6, indicating that service-sector input costs remain elevated.

The market reaction suggests investors are balancing resilient economic growth against persistent inflation pressures. Strong activity is supportive for earnings expectations, particularly for growth stocks, but the rise in the prices index could limit expectations for aggressive Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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WS Investor 10-05-26

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The Investor 10-04-26

El-Erian issues an important reminder about the Fed and the US economy

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WS News 10-03-26

The Iran war is driving inflation higher — and it's not just because of oil

US spending on the war in Iran is putting upward pressure on bond yields already at multi-decade highs, says Macquarie.

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WS News 10-03-26

U.S. Stocks Rally as Weak Jobs Report Boosts Rate-Cut Expectations

U.S. stocks moved sharply higher on Friday after September employment data showed a much weaker labor market than expected, increasing expectations that the Federal Reserve could adopt a more accommodative policy stance.

Nonfarm payrolls rose by just 29,000 in September, far below the 89,000 consensus and down sharply from 133,000 previously. Private payrolls increased by 46,000, also missing the 85,000 forecast and slowing from 89,000.

The unemployment rate climbed to 4.2% from 4.1%, while average hourly earnings growth slowed to 3.0% year over year from 3.1%, below the 3.2% consensus. Together, the figures point to cooling labor demand and easing wage pressures.

Equity markets reacted positively. The S&P 500 rose 0.80%, the Dow gained 0.52%, and the Nasdaq climbed 1.24%, with technology stocks outperforming.

The market reaction suggests investors are focusing on the prospect that weaker employment conditions could reduce pressure on the Fed to keep policy restrictive. Softer wage growth also helps ease inflation concerns, creating a particularly supportive backdrop for growth and technology shares.

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WS News 10-02-26

U.S. Stocks Trade Mixed as Strong Jobless Claims Data Clash With Hot Manufacturing Prices

U.S. stocks traded mixed on Thursday as investors weighed resilient labor-market data against renewed inflation concerns from the manufacturing sector. The S&P 500 slipped 0.11% to 7,642.86, while the Dow Jones fell 0.35%. The Nasdaq was nearly flat, edging 0.05% higher.

Initial jobless claims fell to 197,000, below the 201,000 expected and down slightly from 198,000 previously. Continuing claims also declined to 1.701 million, better than the 1.730 million consensus and 1.712 million prior reading. The figures suggest layoffs remain limited and the labor market continues to show resilience.

Manufacturing activity remained firmly in expansion territory. The ISM Manufacturing PMI came in at 54.5 in September, just below the 54.8 forecast and roughly unchanged from 54.6 previously.

The more significant surprise came from prices. The ISM Manufacturing Prices Index jumped to 77.9 from 71.1, far above expectations of 72.9. The sharp increase points to stronger input-cost pressures and could revive concerns that inflation may remain sticky.

For equities, the data create a mixed backdrop: solid employment and manufacturing activity support the economic outlook, but the sharp rise in manufacturing prices may keep Treasury yields and interest-rate expectations elevated, helping explain the more cautious performance in the broader market.

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Neogen Jumps 11% Premarket After Strong Q1 Growth and Raised Fiscal 2027 Guidance

Neogen (NASDAQ: NEOG) shares surged about 11% in premarket trading after the food safety company reported stronger first-quarter fiscal 2027 results and raised its full-year revenue and adjusted EBITDA outlook.

First-quarter revenue increased 6.5% year over year to $222.8 million, while core growth reached 8.1%. Food Safety revenue rose 7.4% to $163.2 million and Animal Safety revenue increased 4.2% to $59.6 million, with both segments posting roughly 8% core growth.

Profitability also improved on an adjusted basis. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $41.6 million from $35.5 million a year earlier, while adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 18.7% from 17.0%. Adjusted net income increased to $17.5 million, or $0.08 per share, from $9.5 million, or $0.04 per share, in the prior-year quarter.

The company still reported a GAAP net loss of $11.9 million, or $0.05 per share, compared with net income of $36.3 million a year earlier, though the prior-year result benefited from a non-cash gain tied to a divestiture.

Operational progress also supported sentiment. Neogen said it remains on track to begin the planned multi-quarter transfer of Petrifilm manufacturing to its Lansing facility in November 2026, with the first SKU already fully validated.

The strongest catalyst appears to be the guidance increase. Neogen now expects fiscal 2027 revenue of $885 million to $890 million, up from $880 million to $885 million previously, and adjusted EBITDA of $181 million to $183 million, compared with prior guidance of $180 million to $182 million.

The combination of solid core growth, margin expansion, improving execution and higher full-year guidance appears to be driving the sharp premarket move.

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European Investor 10-07-26

**Neogen Posts Q3 Loss Despite Stable Revenue, Raises Full-Year Outlook**

Neogen Corporation reported fiscal third-quarter 2026 revenue of $211.2 million, with modest growth in its Food Safety segment offset by a sharp decline in Animal Safety performance.

The company posted a net loss of $17.0 million, or $(0.08) per share, while adjusted net income reached $19.4 million, with adjusted EPS of $0.09. Adjusted EBITDA came in at $48.2 million, with margins improving to 22.8%.

Food Safety revenue increased 2.6%, supported by solid core growth, while Animal Safety revenue dropped 20.1%, primarily due to third-party supplier disruptions. Despite these challenges, Neogen generated operating cash flow of $22.7 million and free cash flow of $11.1 million.

The company said it remains on track with key strategic initiatives, including the Petrifilm manufacturing transition and the planned divestiture of its Genomics unit. Neogen also raised its full-year revenue outlook while maintaining its adjusted EBITDA guidance, signaling confidence in a recovery driven by operational improvements and cost controls.
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European Investor 04-09-26

Neogen Corporation reported second-quarter fiscal 2026 results showing improving profitability and core growth momentum, despite headline revenue declining amid portfolio changes and macro headwinds.

Revenue for the quarter ended November 30, 2025, totaled $224.7 million, down 2.8% year over year, while core revenue—excluding currency effects, divestitures, and discontinued products—grew 2.9%. The company posted a net loss of $15.9 million, or $0.07 per share, a significant improvement from a large prior-year loss driven by a non-cash goodwill impairment. Adjusted net income came in at $22.6 million, or $0.10 per share. Adjusted EBITDA was $48.7 million, with the adjusted EBITDA margin improving 470 basis points sequentially to 21.7%.

Gross margin declined to 47.5% from 49.0% a year earlier, reflecting tariff costs, inventory write-offs, and product mix, partially offset by lower operating expenses. Neogen highlighted progress in its strategic transformation, including the hiring of senior commercial leaders and continued execution of the Petrifilm manufacturing transition, which management said remains on track.

Segment performance was mixed. Food Safety revenue increased 0.8% year over year to $165.6 million, supported by strong core growth in Indicator Testing, Culture Media, and pathogen detection products. Animal Safety revenue fell 11.8% to $59.1 million, largely due to divestitures, though core growth was supported by biosecurity products. Citing sequential improvements and operational progress, Neogen raised its full-year fiscal 2026 revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance.

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Neogen Reports First-Quarter 2026 Results, Reaffirms Full-Year Outlook

Neogen Corporation reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of 209.2 million dollars and net income of 36.3 million dollars, with adjusted net income of 9.4 million and adjusted EBITDA of 35.5 million. The company completed the divestiture of its Cleaners & Disinfectants business, repaid 100 million dollars of debt, and implemented restructuring measures to streamline costs. Newly appointed CEO Mike Nassif emphasized a renewed focus on commercial execution, innovation, and efficiency to strengthen Neogen’s position in food and animal safety markets. The company reaffirmed its full-year financial guidance.

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The Investor 10-09-25

Neogen Announces Retirement and Appointment to Board of Directors

Neogen Corporation announced that James P. Tobin will retire from the Board of Directors effective May 31, 2025. Tobin has served since 2016, including as Chair of the Governance and Sustainability Committee and member of the Audit Committee. Board Chair James C. Borel will act as interim Chair of the Governance and Sustainability Committee.

Andrea Wainer, former Executive Vice President of Rapid and Molecular Diagnostics at Abbott Laboratories, will join the Board as a Class II director on June 1, 2025. She will also serve on the Governance and Sustainability and Science, Technology, and Innovation Committees. Wainer currently serves as a director of Analog Devices, Inc.

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Neogen CEO John Adent to Step Down; Search for Successor Underway

Neogen Corporation announced that CEO and President John Adent will step down after eight years in the role. He will remain in position until a successor is appointed. The company’s board has formed a special search committee and hired an executive search firm to oversee the transition.

Board Chair Jim Borel expressed appreciation for Adent’s leadership, noting that Neogen is well-positioned to advance its strategic initiatives and capitalize on growth opportunities in the food safety market. Adent emphasized his pride in the company’s progress and pledged continued focus on performance and a smooth leadership transition.

Neogen, a global provider of food and animal safety solutions, operates in over 140 countries and continues to prioritize innovation and portfolio optimization.

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Neogen Announces Refinancing of Term Loan and Credit Facility, Extending Maturities and Reducing Interest Costs

Neogen Corporation has successfully refinanced its remaining $550 million term loan and revolving credit facility ahead of their August 2027 maturities. The new financing includes a $450 million term loan and a $250 million revolving credit facility, both maturing in April 2030. This move extends maturity timelines by more than two and a half years and increases the revolving credit capacity by $100 million.

With a new interest rate of SOFR plus 175 basis points—60 basis points lower than before—the transaction is leverage-neutral and provides greater balance sheet flexibility. JPMorgan Chase led the refinancing alongside BofA Securities, Citizens Bank, Goldman Sachs, and Wells Fargo.

Neogen’s CFO and COO David Naemura highlighted the deal as a strategic step to preserve liquidity, reduce financing costs, and support the company’s financial agility. Neogen continues to deliver food safety and animal health solutions across more than 140 countries.

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