Even if a company is profitable, it doesn’t always mean it’s a great investment. Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential. A business making money today isn’t necessarily a winner, which is why we analyze companies across multiple dimensions at StockStory. That said, here is one profitable company that leverages its financi...
Even if a company is profitable, it doesn’t always mean it’s a great investment. Some struggle to maintain growth, face looming threats, or fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their future potential. A business making money today isn’t necessarily a winner, which is why we analyze companies across multiple dimensions at StockStory. That said, here is one profitable company that leverages its financial strength to beat the competition and two that may face some trouble. Two Stocks to Sell: Jack in the Box (JACK) Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 13.1% Delighting customers since its inception in 1951, Jack in the Box (NASDAQ:JACK) is a distinctive fast-food chain known for its bold flavors, innovative menu items, and quirky marketing. Why Do We Avoid JACK? Restaurant closures and disappointing same-store sales suggest demand is sluggish and it’s rightsizing its operations Lagging same-store sales over the past two years suggest it might have to change its pricing and marketing strategy to stimulate demand Jack in the Box is trading at $11.10 per share, or 3x forward P/E. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including JACK in your portfolio, it’s free. Estée Lauder (EL) Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 2.9% Named after its founder, who was an entrepreneurial woman from New York with a passion for skincare, Estée Lauder (NYSE:EL) is a one-stop beauty shop with products in skincare, fragrance, makeup, sun protection, and men’s grooming. Why Are We Cautious About EL? Core business is underperforming as its organic revenue has disappointed over the past two years, suggesting it might need acquisitions to stimulate growth Operating margin of -0.7% falls short of the industry average, and the smaller profit dollars make it harder to react to unexpected market developments Performance over the past three years was negatively impacted by new share issuances as its earnings per share dropped by 16.5% annually, worse than its revenue...
(RTTNews) - Canadian stocks moved higher on Thursday, extending the gains from yesterday's session, as traders watched the ongoing diplomatic process to end U.S.-Iran hostilities with positivity. The continuing blockade on the Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic capped the upward movement. After opening below yesterday's close, today the benchmark S&P/TSX Composite Index gained momentum and traded p...
(RTTNews) - Canadian stocks moved higher on Thursday, extending the gains from yesterday's session, as traders watched the ongoing diplomatic process to end U.S.-Iran hostilities with positivity. The continuing blockade on the Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic capped the upward movement. After opening below yesterday's close, today the benchmark S&P/TSX Composite Index gained momentum and traded positive throughout the rest of the session before settling at 34,409.49, up by 247.67 points (or 0.72%). Nine of the 11 sectors posted gains today, with the consumer discretionary sector leading the pack. The war between the U.S.-Israeli forces versus Iran entered day number 83 today. Since the war erupted on February 28, Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz and consequently, oil and energy transit remains blocked until now. A ceasefire was announced by U.S. President Donald Trump in early April to facilitate dialogue process for halting the war but without any breakthrough. Earlier this week, Trump announced halting a planned attack on Iran and observed that serious negotiations were going on. To facilitate smooth exchange of communications between the two nations, Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is in Iran. Currently, Iran's Foreign Ministry is reportedly reviewing the U.S. response to its 14-point peace proposal which it sent to the U.S a few days before. Yesterday, Trump stated that the U.S.-Iran negotiations are right on the borderline. However, adopting a conflicting stance Trump observed that the U.S. is ready to go for a war if it does not get the right answers from Iran. At the same time, he stated that a deal could happen very quickly. Iran's semi-official Fars news agency had earlier stated that the U.S. asked Iran to hand over around 400 kilograms of highly enriched uranium and restrict Iran's nuclear activity to a single facility. Today, Reuters reported that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei ordered that Iran's near-weapons-grade enriched ur...
Hub Cyber Security ( HUBC ) received a Nasdaq deficiency notice for failing to file its 2025 annual report on time. Nasdaq cited non-compliance. The company has until July 17, 2026, to submit a compliance plan to Nasdaq. If accepted, Nasdaq could grant HUB Security an extension until November 11, 2026, to regain compliance. If Nasdaq rejects the compliance plan, HUB Security may appeal the decisio...
Hub Cyber Security ( HUBC ) received a Nasdaq deficiency notice for failing to file its 2025 annual report on time. Nasdaq cited non-compliance. The company has until July 17, 2026, to submit a compliance plan to Nasdaq. If accepted, Nasdaq could grant HUB Security an extension until November 11, 2026, to regain compliance. If Nasdaq rejects the compliance plan, HUB Security may appeal the decision before a Nasdaq Hearing Panel. More on HUB Cyber Security Financial information for HUB Cyber Security
Seeking Alpha Seeking Alpha Seeking Alpha Seeking Alpha More on Zoom Communications Zoom Keeps Generating Cash While Growth Remains Elusive Zoom: The Transition To Large Enterprise Zoom: Potential Value Trap With Single-Digit Growth Profile - Maintain Hold Zoom Communications Non-GAAP EPS of $1.55 beats by $0.13, revenue of $1.24B beats by $20M Zoom Communications Q1 2027 earnings preview: Analyst...
Seeking Alpha Seeking Alpha Seeking Alpha Seeking Alpha More on Zoom Communications Zoom Keeps Generating Cash While Growth Remains Elusive Zoom: The Transition To Large Enterprise Zoom: Potential Value Trap With Single-Digit Growth Profile - Maintain Hold Zoom Communications Non-GAAP EPS of $1.55 beats by $0.13, revenue of $1.24B beats by $20M Zoom Communications Q1 2027 earnings preview: Analyst sentiment bullish
Aneel Bhusri, co-founder and executive chair of Workday, speaks at during the 5th Annual Workday Charity Classic in partnership with Stephen and Ayesha Curry's Eat. Learn. Play. at Stanford Golf Course in Stanford, California, on Aug. 28, 2024. Noah Graham | Getty Images Workday shares surged as much as 11% in extended trading on Thursday after the finance and human resources software maker report...
Aneel Bhusri, co-founder and executive chair of Workday, speaks at during the 5th Annual Workday Charity Classic in partnership with Stephen and Ayesha Curry's Eat. Learn. Play. at Stanford Golf Course in Stanford, California, on Aug. 28, 2024. Noah Graham | Getty Images Workday shares surged as much as 11% in extended trading on Thursday after the finance and human resources software maker reported results that came in stronger than expected, while bumping up its margin forecast for the full fiscal year. Here's how the company did relative to LSEG consensus: Earnings per share: $2.66 adjusted vs. $2.51 expected Revenue: $2.54 billion vs. $2.52 billion expected Workday's revenue grew 13% in the fiscal first quarter, which ended on April 30, according to a statement . The company reported net income of $222 million, or 87 cents per share, up from $68 million, or 25 cents per share, one year earlier. With respect to guidance, Workday called for a 30% adjusted operating margin and $2.46 billion in subscription revenue for the fiscal second quarter. Analysts polled by StreetAccount had anticipated a 30% margin and $2.45 billion in subscription revenue. Management lifted Workday's full-year margin forecast. The company is now projecting a 30.5% adjusted operating margin, up from 30% as of February . The company is still looking for 12% to 13% growth. Workday stock has been having its worst year since it went public in 2012, as investors have fretted that generative artificial intelligence models could reduce growth prospects for major software companies. As of Thursday's close, Workday shares were down 43% for 2026, while the S&P 500 index has gained about 9% in the same period. During the quarter, Workday said Aneel Bhusri, a co-founder, was replacing Carl Eschenbach as CEO, and it announced that Sana AI agents were becoming available to clients. "Our core business is strong, our AI strategy is working, and we're moving with the speed and focus required to lead," Bhusri...
jetcityimage/iStock Editorial via Getty Images GE Aerospace ( GE ) on Thursday said it secured new military contracts tied to U.S. Navy surveillance ships and the British Army’s Apache helicopter fleet, extending the company’s role in naval propulsion and defense aviation support programs. In the United States, GE Aerospace’s ( GE ) marine engines and systems business received an order from Austal...
jetcityimage/iStock Editorial via Getty Images GE Aerospace ( GE ) on Thursday said it secured new military contracts tied to U.S. Navy surveillance ships and the British Army’s Apache helicopter fleet, extending the company’s role in naval propulsion and defense aviation support programs. In the United States, GE Aerospace’s ( GE ) marine engines and systems business received an order from Austal USA to provide propulsion equipment for the Navy’s new Explorer-class ocean surveillance ship, USNS Don Walsh (T-AGOS 25), which is under construction in Alabama. GE Aerospace’s composite enclosure (GE Aerospace photo) The agreement covers one LM2500+G4 marine gas turbine engine and an associated generator for the lead vessel in the new class. The Explorer-class ships are designed to support anti-submarine warfare operations and the Navy’s Integrated Undersea Surveillance System. The vessels use an integrated electric propulsion system combining diesel generators with a gas turbine engine to support both long-duration towing missions and higher-speed transit operations. The T-AGOS 25 ships are expected to become the largest and fastest vessels in the Navy’s T-AGOS surveillance fleet, according to the company. GE Aerospace ( GE ) also said the engine aboard the Don Walsh will use a lightweight composite enclosure technology previously introduced on the USS Santa Barbara in 2023. The company said the enclosure reduces weight and engine room noise compared with traditional steel enclosures, features that could be important for acoustic surveillance missions. The LM2500 engine family has been widely used across naval fleets for decades and powers most U.S. Navy surface combatants. Supporting U.K. Apache helicopter fleet Separately, GE Aerospace said it won a three-year contract from Boeing ( BA ) Defence UK to continue supporting T700 engines used in the British Army’s Apache AH-64E helicopters. Under the agreement, GE Aerospace will provide on-site technical support, logistic...
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks alongside New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch (L) during a news conference at Gracie Mansion in New York City on March 9, 2026. Leonardo Munoz | AFP | Getty Images The fireside chat is getting a livestream reboot. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani , whose meteoric rise to City Hall was powered in large part from his social media moxie, launche...
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks alongside New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch (L) during a news conference at Gracie Mansion in New York City on March 9, 2026. Leonardo Munoz | AFP | Getty Images The fireside chat is getting a livestream reboot. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani , whose meteoric rise to City Hall was powered in large part from his social media moxie, launched a recurring Twitch series Thursday called " Talk With the People ," where he will answer questions from New Yorkers in real time on a platform better known for gaming than government. The show will also be simulcast across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X and a host of other social media platforms, the mayor's office said. "With the launch of 'Talk with the People,' we're bringing City Hall directly to the platforms where New Yorkers already spend their time," Mamdani said in a statement. During Mamdani's run for mayor , he leaned heavily on social media videos, online explainers and appearances outside traditional political media to reach younger voters and discuss issues such as affordability, housing and transit in a more conversational style. "By hosting the country's first recurring cross-platform stream led by an elected official, where New Yorkers can ask questions live on Twitch , we're opening up a new conversation between government and the people it serves, especially younger generations who have too often been ignored," Mamdani said in a statement. Mamdani promoted the launch of "Talk with the People" on X, sharing an image of himself seated before microphones labeled with popular social media logos next to a photo of President Franklin D. Roosevelt Roosevelt delivering one of his famous radio addresses during the medium's heyday. "5.21.26. 4:10PM. Live," Mamdani wrote . The format also echoes an earlier era of politicians speaking directly to the public. Roosevelt used his fireside chats to address Americans over the radio, while former New York Mayor Fiorello L...
Image source: The Motley Fool. Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. ET Call participants Chief Executive Officer — Leandro Iglesias Chief Financial Officer — Alvaro Quintana Head of Investor Relations — Ethan Walfish Need a quote from a Motley Fool analyst? Email [email protected] Takeaways Revenue -- $97.9 million, up 70% year over year, driven by both organic growth and the integration of GlobeTo...
Image source: The Motley Fool. Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. ET Call participants Chief Executive Officer — Leandro Iglesias Chief Financial Officer — Alvaro Quintana Head of Investor Relations — Ethan Walfish Need a quote from a Motley Fool analyst? Email [email protected] Takeaways Revenue -- $97.9 million, up 70% year over year, driven by both organic growth and the integration of GlobeTopper. -- $97.9 million, up 70% year over year, driven by both organic growth and the integration of GlobeTopper. Organic revenue share -- 87% of revenue derived from core subsidiaries including Etelix, IoT Labs, QXTEL, Smartbiz, SwissLink, QGlobal, and Whisl. -- 87% of revenue derived from core subsidiaries including Etelix, IoT Labs, QXTEL, Smartbiz, SwissLink, QGlobal, and Whisl. Gross profit -- over $2 million, increasing 7.8% year over year, reflecting current business mix. -- over $2 million, increasing 7.8% year over year, reflecting current business mix. Business segment mix -- Telecom divisions contributed 87% of total revenue, with fintech (GlobeTopper) accounting for 13% and almost $13 million. -- Telecom divisions contributed 87% of total revenue, with fintech (GlobeTopper) accounting for 13% and almost $13 million. Gross profit contribution -- GlobeTopper generated $829,000, representing 42% of consolidated gross profit. -- GlobeTopper generated $829,000, representing 42% of consolidated gross profit. Commercial network scale -- Maintains relationships with over 600 global telecom operators and operational presence in 21 countries spanning four continents. -- Maintains relationships with over 600 global telecom operators and operational presence in 21 countries spanning four continents. Digital services rollout -- Launched IQSTEL Digital Services subsidiary and appointed Jorge Enrique Becerra to accelerate commercialization of high-margin digital offerings. -- Launched IQSTEL Digital Services subsidiary and appointed Jorge Enrique Becerra to accelerate commercia...
In trading on Thursday, shares of the Defiance Daily Target 2x Short RGTI ETF (Symbol: RGTZ) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $5.295 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls below...
In trading on Thursday, shares of the Defiance Daily Target 2x Short RGTI ETF (Symbol: RGTZ) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $5.295 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls below 30. In the case of Defiance Daily Target 2x Short RGTI, the RSI reading has hit 28.3 — by comparison, the RSI reading for the S&P 500 is currently 72.5. A bullish investor could look at RGTZ's 28.3 reading as a sign that the recent heavy selling is in the process of exhausting itself, and begin to look for entry point opportunities on the buy side. Looking at a chart of one year performance (below), RGTZ's low point in its 52 week range is $4.75 per share, with $37.48 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $4.79. Defiance Daily Target 2x Short RGTI shares are currently trading down about 54.2% on the day. Find out what 9 other oversold stocks you need to know about » Also see: The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Thomas Nuehnen/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Continuing my examination of the ever-sprawling ETF universe in search of hidden gems, I have recently discovered the Optimize Strategy Index ETF ( OPTZ ), a passively managed exchange-traded fund with around $244.4 million in AUM and a quite impressive performance track record. And the characteristics I found in this vehicle upon an in-depth review...
Thomas Nuehnen/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Continuing my examination of the ever-sprawling ETF universe in search of hidden gems, I have recently discovered the Optimize Strategy Index ETF ( OPTZ ), a passively managed exchange-traded fund with around $244.4 million in AUM and a quite impressive performance track record. And the characteristics I found in this vehicle upon an in-depth review, including its modest EV/EBITDA that comes with an impressive forward EBITDA growth rate, could lay the decent foundation for a bullish thesis, if not a few vulnerabilities, chiefly in terms of its risk metrics. First, looking at the recent performance of the Invesco S&P 500 Pure Value ETF ( RPV ), the Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF ( SPLV ), and the Invesco S&P 500 Pure Growth ETF ( RPG ), I see signs of value and low volatility potentially retaking leadership from growth again, as the U.S.-Iran talks see little progress and the Strait of Hormuz is closed while crude oil inventories are being drawn, again stoking concerns that the rally from the March lows was just pure complacency. Second, since 2024, OPTZ has demonstrated solid upside capture. But what it was unable to deliver is adequate downside mitigation. In fact, it declined much deeper than IVV during such stressful periods as April 2025 and March 2026. Third, some concerns over quality characteristics of its portfolio also should not be overlooked. And fourth, there is something to dislike about liquidity: its 0.36% 30-day median bid/ask spread (as of May 20) is very wide, while the average daily dollar and share volumes are rather low. Importantly, I acknowledge that the vehicle might have the potential to outmaneuver the iShares Core S&P 500 ETF ( IVV ) this year (and my 7,550 price target for the S&P 500 is intact), yet I believe initiating coverage with a Hold rating is the most optimal choice that reflects both strengths and weaknesses of OPTZ's strategy and does not create excessive expectations. OPTZ S...
Lionsgate Studios press release ( LION ): Q4 Non-GAAP EPS of $0.37 beats by $0.13 . Revenue of $906.5M (+4.7% Y/Y) beats by $94.76M . More on Lionsgate Studios Lionsgate: Slate Diversification Isn't Leading To Revenue Growth Lionsgate: Will Continue To Roar Lionsgate Studios Corp. (LION) Presents at Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference 2026 Transcript ‘Michael’ moonwalks back to N...
Lionsgate Studios press release ( LION ): Q4 Non-GAAP EPS of $0.37 beats by $0.13 . Revenue of $906.5M (+4.7% Y/Y) beats by $94.76M . More on Lionsgate Studios Lionsgate: Slate Diversification Isn't Leading To Revenue Growth Lionsgate: Will Continue To Roar Lionsgate Studios Corp. (LION) Presents at Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference 2026 Transcript ‘Michael’ moonwalks back to No. 1 as domestic box office hits $106M weekend Corvex Management adds CoStar Group, Lionsgate Studios, and exits Oracle among Q1 moves
JP Carnevalli Eve Air Mobility ( EVEX ) on Thursday said it completed another phase of flight testing for its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, finishing hover and low-speed flight evaluations as the company works toward more advanced transition testing later this year. The company said the latest testing phase involved 59 flights of its full-scale engineering prototype and generated...
JP Carnevalli Eve Air Mobility ( EVEX ) on Thursday said it completed another phase of flight testing for its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, finishing hover and low-speed flight evaluations as the company works toward more advanced transition testing later this year. The company said the latest testing phase involved 59 flights of its full-scale engineering prototype and generated data used to validate aircraft models, control systems and performance predictions. During the tests, the aircraft demonstrated hover capability and low-speed maneuvering while engineers evaluated areas including aerodynamics, propulsion performance, energy management and control laws. Eve said the aircraft reached an altitude of 215 feet (65.53 meters) above ground level and completed flights lasting as long as 3 minutes and 48 seconds. Testing also included more than 100 flight test points, along with demonstrations of autoland capability and a backup fly-by-wire control mode. The company said the aircraft expanded operations to roughly 20 knots of ground speed during the phase, including simultaneous four-axis maneuvers designed to validate aerodynamic and load models before higher-speed testing begins. Johann Bordais, chief executive of Eve, said the completed phase supports the company’s step-by-step testing strategy, which is intended to validate simulations and aircraft behavior before moving into more demanding flight conditions. Eve said the next stage will involve ground testing ahead of transition flight testing expected to begin in the summer of 2026. Transition flights are designed to evaluate the aircraft as it moves between vertical lift operations and forward wingborne flight. For investors, the milestone marks incremental progress in the highly competitive electric air taxi sector, where developers are racing to complete testing and secure regulatory certification for aircraft intended for short urban and regional transportation routes. Companies in the se...
Palmer Square Capital BDC ( PSBD ) increased its open-market share repurchase authorization by an additional $30M. The company also extended the repurchase program’s expiration date to June 22, 2027. The company has already repurchased ~$22.2M worth of shares under the existing program. More on Palmer Square Capital BDC Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. (PSBD) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript Palmer ...
Palmer Square Capital BDC ( PSBD ) increased its open-market share repurchase authorization by an additional $30M. The company also extended the repurchase program’s expiration date to June 22, 2027. The company has already repurchased ~$22.2M worth of shares under the existing program. More on Palmer Square Capital BDC Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. (PSBD) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. 2026 Q1 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation Palmer Square Capital BDC Inc. (PSBD) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript Palmer Square Capital BDC signals $0.36 Q2 base dividend as it weighs CLO refinancing in July 2026 Palmer Square Capital BDC reports Q1 results
Wall Street has already grown thoroughly accustomed to the nearly non-stop expansion of Nvidia's (NVDA) market capitalization. The company has firmly established itself at the absolute summit of tech Olympus. Right now, current financial conditions for the business look ideal. Demand for artificial intelligence (AI) computing power exceeds supply by massive multiples, margins are breaking historic...
Wall Street has already grown thoroughly accustomed to the nearly non-stop expansion of Nvidia's (NVDA) market capitalization. The company has firmly established itself at the absolute summit of tech Olympus. Right now, current financial conditions for the business look ideal. Demand for artificial intelligence (AI) computing power exceeds supply by massive multiples, margins are breaking historical records, and financial flows seem completely inexhaustible. But my fundamental analysis requires a different approach. Investors shouldn't just look at the current point of peak triumph, but beyond the horizon. That's where the trends for the next three to five years are taking shape, and when evaluating the long-term perspective, it becomes glaringly obvious. Although Nvidia is at the top of its isolated dominance, its future holds an environment of fierce competition. Regardless of the exact numbers the company has demonstrated in recent quarterly reports, there's an overarching trajectory of the industry. The era of absolute and unconditional leadership by a single player is coming to an end. Architectural Moat and Software as Nvidia's Main Shield To understand why the landscape is beginning to shift, let's recall how Nvidia first achieved its unique position. Its primary advantage was not even the hardware itself; it was the CUDA software ecosystem. In essence, CUDA became the equivalent of Microsoft's (MSFT) Windows operating system for the world of graphics processing units (GPUs). For years, almost all programmers and data scientists worldwide working on AI have meticulously tailored their algorithms and libraries to Nvidia's architecture. This deep software "moat" made the company's products practically out of reach for competitors. Clients bought Nvidia chips not simply because they were exceptionally fast, but because the entire global software infrastructure was already written specifically for them. Thanks to this sweeping dominance, Nvidia gained unprecedent...
Spotify and Universal Music Group have agreed on a deal that will allow subscribers to generate song covers and remixes using artificial intelligence. The licensing agreement is the first time the Swedish streaming company will allow listeners to use AI to create content through its platform. It is expected to be in the form of a paid add-on available on Spotify’s app. Premium users will be able t...
Spotify and Universal Music Group have agreed on a deal that will allow subscribers to generate song covers and remixes using artificial intelligence. The licensing agreement is the first time the Swedish streaming company will allow listeners to use AI to create content through its platform. It is expected to be in the form of a paid add-on available on Spotify’s app. Premium users will be able to remix songs from participating artists and create AI-driven licensed covers. Spotify said the new tool could create an extra stream of income for artists and songwriters, in addition to what they already earn through royalties. The financial terms of the deal were unclear, and the companies did not reveal which artists would participate in the licensing deal. Universal Music is home to artists including Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish. Spotify’s shares were up 16% on Thursday, with revenue expected to grow at a “mid-teens” annual rate and gross profit margins between 35% and 40% through to 2030, according to the FT. “Solving hard problems for music is what Spotify does, and fan-made covers and remixes are next. What we’re building is grounded in consent, credit and compensation for the artists and songwriters that take part,” said Spotify co-chief executive Alex Norström. Universal Music’s chief executive Lucian Grainge said the deal seeks to “support human artistry” and “create additional revenue opportunities for artists and songwriters”. “Building on our long track record of leading the industry through technology changes, and collaborating with Alex, Gustav, Daniel and the team at Spotify, this initiative is firmly artist-centric, rooted in responsible AI, and will drive growth for the entire ecosystem,” he said. Spotify is looking for new ways to grow beyond the traditional music subscription and to adopt AI into its ecosystem. At the start of May, it announced a beta feature that lets AI agents save and play “personal podcasts”, which will be a daily b...
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HT Ganzo/iStock via Getty Images Perpetua Resources ( PPTA ) up 22.7% post-market Thursday after saying the Export-Import Bank of the United States approved a $2.9B long-term loan to support the development of the Stibnite gold project. Perpetua ( PPTA ) said the EXIM financing package, combined with cash on hand, is expected to fully fund estimated capital costs for the construction of the Stibni...
HT Ganzo/iStock via Getty Images Perpetua Resources ( PPTA ) up 22.7% post-market Thursday after saying the Export-Import Bank of the United States approved a $2.9B long-term loan to support the development of the Stibnite gold project. Perpetua ( PPTA ) said the EXIM financing package, combined with cash on hand, is expected to fully fund estimated capital costs for the construction of the Stibnite project, which would also provide the only U.S. reserve of the critical mineral antimony. The loan will be structured as a 13-year senior secured credit facility of $2.9B, consisting of an upfront facility of $2.4B with the remainder to cover capitalized interest during construction and EXIM's exposure fee; it will be available upon completion of definitive documentation and satisfaction of customary conditions, which is expected to occur in H2 2026. The $2.9B loan "positions us to bring the Stibnite gold project to life and signals a new day in American mineral independence and responsible mining," Perpetua ( PPTA ) President and CEO Jon Cherry said. More on Perpetua Resources Perpetua Resources: I See Upside As Stibnite Gains Momentum Perpetua Resources: Risk Likely Priced In Financial information for Perpetua Resources
Get Me to the Church on Time, sang Alfred Doolittle in the musical My Fair Lady. But for Donald Trump, attending a wedding is not simple – even when it’s that of his son. On Thursday, the US president admitted that he might skip Donald Trump Jr’s nuptials, reportedly taking place in the Bahamas over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. “He’d like me to go, but it’s going to be just a small little pr...
Get Me to the Church on Time, sang Alfred Doolittle in the musical My Fair Lady. But for Donald Trump, attending a wedding is not simple – even when it’s that of his son. On Thursday, the US president admitted that he might skip Donald Trump Jr’s nuptials, reportedly taking place in the Bahamas over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. “He’d like me to go, but it’s going to be just a small little private affair, and I’m going to try and make it,” Trump, sounding decidedly unenthusiastic, told a gathering of reporters in the Oval Office. His excuse? A full in-tray, notably his war of choice in Iran. “I’m in the midst – I said: ‘You know, this is not good timing for me. I have a thing called Iran and other things.’” The conflagration in the Middle East has not prevented Trump from attending an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event in Miami and a PGA tour championship at his golf club in Doral, Florida, nor stopped him from playing several rounds of golf himself. Don Jr, 48, is the president’s eldest child. His first wedding, to fashion model Vanessa Haydon in 2005, was held at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, and was officiated by Trump’s sister, Judge Maryanne Trump Barry. The marriage produced five children. Don Jr got engaged to Kimberly Guilfoyle in 2020, but ended the relationship in 2024; Guilfoyle is now the US ambassador to Greece. Don Jr’s latest fiancee is Bettina Anderson, a 39-year-old socialite and model from a prominent banking family in Palm Beach. They made their debut public appearance as a couple at Trump’s inauguration in January last year. But it does not appear they were tempted to follow the example of Tricia Nixon, daughter of Richard Nixon, who married in the White House Rose Garden in 1971. As for Trump, he has been losing his political touch in recent weeks. Opinion polls show his approval rating at an all-time low. Asked recently if the economic impact of the Iran war was motivating him to reach a deal, he proclaimed: “I ...
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Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. confirmed a Nov. 19 release date for Grand Theft Auto VI , expected to be one of the biggest video-game titles ever. Marketing for Grand Theft Auto VI will begin this summer, Chief Executive Officer Strauss Zelnick said in an interview with Bloomberg. Pricing and pre-order information for the game should be expected around then as well. Console price hikes put in...
Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. confirmed a Nov. 19 release date for Grand Theft Auto VI , expected to be one of the biggest video-game titles ever. Marketing for Grand Theft Auto VI will begin this summer, Chief Executive Officer Strauss Zelnick said in an interview with Bloomberg. Pricing and pre-order information for the game should be expected around then as well. Console price hikes put in place by manufactures due to chip shortages is “not great news,” Zelnick said, but he doesn’t anticipate any industry-related challenges leading up to the debut of Grand Theft Auto VI . “If we do our job and deliver great properties, which in this past year we were able to do across the board, thanks to the work of my colleagues, then the consumer happily shows up,” he said. “There’s nothing that’s going on in the market that gives me particular cause for concern.” The shares were up more than 7% after the market closed in New York. The video-game publisher is expecting bookings, a measure of revenue, of between $8 billion and $8.2 billion, according to a statement from the company on Thursday. Analysts had been looking for about $9.1 billion, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. Take-Two said it expects a lower performance from Zynga , its mobile game subsidiary, in part because it had a breakout hit last year.