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Key Points FTV Management Company, L.P. acquired 22,350,631 shares of Neptune Insurance Holdings Quarter-end position value increased by $651.74 million, reflecting both trading activity and price movement Neptune Insurance Holdings now comprises 99.46% of FTV Management Company, L.P.'s reportable assets under management Post-trade holding: 22,350,631 shares valued at $651.74 million Neptune Insur...
Key Points FTV Management Company, L.P. acquired 22,350,631 shares of Neptune Insurance Holdings Quarter-end position value increased by $651.74 million, reflecting both trading activity and price movement Neptune Insurance Holdings now comprises 99.46% of FTV Management Company, L.P.'s reportable assets under management Post-trade holding: 22,350,631 shares valued at $651.74 million Neptune Insurance stake now comprises nearly the entire reportable portfolio for the fund 10 stocks we like better than Neptune Insurance › What happened According to an SEC filing dated February 17, 2026, FTV Management Company, L.P. initiated a new position in Neptune Insurance Holdings (NYSE:NP), acquiring 22,350,631 shares. The quarter-end position value also rose by $651.74 million, reflecting the addition of the new stake and share price changes. What else to know This was a new position, with Neptune Insurance Holdings representing 99.46% of the fund’s 13F reportable assets under management after the trade. Top holdings after the filing: NYSE:CWAN: $3.54 million (0.5% of AUM) Neptune Insurance Holdings shares were priced at $23.46 as of February 17th. Company overview Metric Value Price (as of market close 2026-02-17) 23.46 Market Capitalization $3.04 billion Revenue (TTM) $43.77 million Net Income (TTM) $-27.2 million Company snapshot Neptune Insurance Holdings delivers technology-driven insurance solutions focused on flood and earthquake risks, utilizing advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence for underwriting and policy administration. The company differentiates itself by operating as a data-driven managing general agent, enabling scalable distribution without direct exposure to insurance risk. The company offers residential and commercial flood insurance (primary and excess) and parametric earthquake insurance, leveraging proprietary AI-driven underwriting and policy management platforms. This approach involves partnering with established insurance and reinsuran...
SAP 的增长来源正出现显著变化，首席执行官柯睿安表示，在全球军事支出激增的背景下，国防工业已成为该公司增长最快的业务线。柯睿安指出，SAP约10%的营收与国防相关，对软件和人工智能解决方案的需求不断上升，这些方案可帮助军队更有效地大规模运作。这一趋势的背景包括2022年俄乌冲突爆发后国防预算的增加，以及近期如伊朗战争等紧张局势，这些都在推动政府不仅投资于装备，也投资于数字基础设施。 柯睿安以SA...
SAP 的增长来源正出现显著变化，首席执行官柯睿安表示，在全球军事支出激增的背景下，国防工业已成为该公司增长最快的业务线。柯睿安指出，SAP约10%的营收与国防相关，对软件和人工智能解决方案的需求不断上升，这些方案可帮助军队更有效地大规模运作。这一趋势的背景包括2022年俄乌冲突爆发后国防预算的增加，以及近期如伊朗战争等紧张局势，这些都在推动政府不仅投资于装备，也投资于数字基础设施。 柯睿安以SAP与德国联邦国防军的合作为例，说明这种需求如何转化为大规模部署。该公司正在将涵盖后勤、人事和行政功能的系统迁移至更新的SAP平台，尽管该项目曾面临技术挑战。柯睿安承认早先存在系统断开连接、随后同步数据的问题，这对可能长时间离线的海军行动尤其重要。他表示这些问题已得到解决，表明SAP有能力应对在高度监管环境中交付关键任务软件所涉及的复杂性。 除了国防领域，地缘政治紧张局势的更广泛连锁反应可能波及依赖SAP企业软件的多个行业。柯睿安指出，与伊朗冲突相关的中断正在影响能源、金融、政府和运输等依赖企业资源规划系统的行业。由于客户包括沙特阿美、沙特阿瓦尔银行和Majid Al Futtaim集团，SAP可能处于有利位置，能够捕捉各组织适应不断变化的供应链和运营压力所带来的额外需求，不过柯睿安表示，全面评估长期影响可能还为时过早。 责任编辑：张俊 SF065
Oil exports leaving from an alternative to Hormuz are inching toward 3 million barrels a day — but that’s less than half of Saudi exports before the war.
Oil exports leaving from an alternative to Hormuz are inching toward 3 million barrels a day — but that’s less than half of Saudi exports before the war.
Volkswagen AG ’s supervisory board nominating committee proposed reelecting Hans Dieter Poetsch as chairman, extending his decade-long tenure. Poetsch said he’s willing to keep leading the supervisory board during “these challenging times” and that his goal remains “to help strengthen this great company and make it resilient for the future,” the automaker said in a statement Friday. The recommenda...
Volkswagen AG ’s supervisory board nominating committee proposed reelecting Hans Dieter Poetsch as chairman, extending his decade-long tenure. Poetsch said he’s willing to keep leading the supervisory board during “these challenging times” and that his goal remains “to help strengthen this great company and make it resilient for the future,” the automaker said in a statement Friday. The recommendation will be submitted to the supervisory board and subsequently put to shareholders for approval at the annual general meeting scheduled for June 18, according to the statement. Austrian native Poetsch, 74, has previously held senior roles at companies including Bayerische Motoren Werke AG and Duerr AG, where he served as chief executive officer.
alexis84/iStock via Getty Images By Ezequiel Gomes Silver ( XAGUSD:CUR ) traded on a calmer footing on Friday, March 20, with spot prices hovering at $70 after the previous session’s sharp unwind knocked the market to its lowest levels in weeks. The bounce was modest rather than decisive. Traders were still contending with a Federal Reserve that left rates unchanged at 3.50-3.75%, a U.S. 10-year ...
alexis84/iStock via Getty Images By Ezequiel Gomes Silver ( XAGUSD:CUR ) traded on a calmer footing on Friday, March 20, with spot prices hovering at $70 after the previous session’s sharp unwind knocked the market to its lowest levels in weeks. The bounce was modest rather than decisive. Traders were still contending with a Federal Reserve that left rates unchanged at 3.50-3.75%, a U.S. 10-year yield holding above 4.27%, and Brent crude that remained elevated near $108-110 even after retreating from a spike above $119. The chart is trying to build a floor, but it has not earned one yet. After Thursday’s collapse toward the mid-$60 zone, silver spent Friday recovering only part of that damage, which leaves the market looking more like it is pausing than reversing. A close back above $71 would help steady the tone, but that alone would not erase the weakness left by the week’s breakdown. What matters immediately is the band between $71 and $73. That zone now carries the weight of failed support turned overhead supply, and traders will want to see price reclaim it with more conviction before talking about a cleaner rebound. If that happens, the next area in view is around $75-76, where selling accelerated earlier in the week. On the downside, the market still has unfinished business around Thursday’s low. The $65 region is the key fault line for short-term sentiment, because another break there would suggest the liquidation phase is not done and that buyers are still too tentative to absorb macro pressure. Until silver can stop producing violent intraday swings, momentum remains fragile. Silver price dynamics February-March 2026 (Source: TradingView) Rates are doing the talking again The biggest anchor remains monetary policy. The Fed kept the target range for the federal funds rate at 3.50-3.75%, and updated projections continued to signal a cautious path for easing, leaving precious metals with little relief from the rates side of the story. That matters for silver...
In Brief Pinterest’s CEO, Bill Ready, has called for governments to ban social media for users under 16 in a new Time op-ed. He’s now one of the few top CEOs to call for such a restriction, as nations worldwide begin to implement or consider ways to limit children’s online time, and exactly how to verify ages. Ready wrote that children today were “living through the largest social experiment in hi...
In Brief Pinterest’s CEO, Bill Ready, has called for governments to ban social media for users under 16 in a new Time op-ed. He’s now one of the few top CEOs to call for such a restriction, as nations worldwide begin to implement or consider ways to limit children’s online time, and exactly how to verify ages. Ready wrote that children today were “living through the largest social experiment in history,” as they have been given “unfiltered access to social media platforms.” Research shows the damage this unfiltered access has done, with today’s youth seeing increased rates of depression, anxiety, and lower concentration skills. He said social media platforms gave “insufficient forethought about the consequences” of what they could do to children, and praised Australia’s social media ban for children, saying that “if tech companies fail to prioritize youth safety, other governments should follow Australia’s lead.” He pointed out the restrictions and guidelines industries like tobacco and alcohol have, writing that “such policies can improve, and sometimes save lives.” He also said Pinterest has been successful with GenZ, even after banning access to the site’s social features to users under age 16. “When we make excuses for not acting in the public’s best interest, tech CEOs sound like 20th-century tobacco executives who had to be shamed and sued into submission,” he wrote. Aside from Australia, Malaysia, Spain, and Indonesia have all announced social media bans. The movement is sparking debate within the tech industry, but lawmakers have shown no sign of bowing to pressure. Legislators in France also just approved a ban for users under 15, while Germany’s ruling party said it supported a form of social media ban, too. States throughout the U.S. are also looking at ways to restrict minors’ access to social media.
The concerns around housing affordability make this a good time time to consider buying housing muni bonds, according to Nuveen. The bonds, whose income is exempt from federal tax, are used to fund affordable housing development projects. Investors also don't pay any state tax on munis if they live in the same state where the bond was issued. The need for affordable housing has led to an increase ...
The concerns around housing affordability make this a good time time to consider buying housing muni bonds, according to Nuveen. The bonds, whose income is exempt from federal tax, are used to fund affordable housing development projects. Investors also don't pay any state tax on munis if they live in the same state where the bond was issued. The need for affordable housing has led to an increase in issuance, which means investors can pick up some extra yield, said Dan Close, chief investment officer and head of municipal fixed income at Nuveen. "Affordability has become a defining issue across the United States, shaping political discourse and driving election outcomes," he wrote in a recent paper . K-shaped Many middle- and low-income Americans are struggling in the so-called K-shaped economy , which is seeing high income households faring well. On top of that, mortgage rates remain elevated as the spring housing market gets underway. The 30-year fixed mortgage is at the highest level since September 2025, hitting 6.53% on Friday, according to Mortgage News Daily . As builders address the ongoing affordability issue, more housing bonds come to market. In fact, annual issuance has tripled between 2016 and 2025. The bonds now make up about 7% of the $4.4 trillion muni market. Close expects that growth to continue, given the large chunk of expenditures housing takes up for consumers. "We're just seeing a lot of opportunities given this increase in the amount of housing bonds in our market, to really use our credit research team and to pick up right now about 60 extra basis points in the 10-year part of the curve, versus other [municipal] bonds in the marketplace," he said in an interview with CNBC. Right now, housing bonds with 10-year maturities have an average yield of 3.58%, versus 3.06% for the broader muni market. Finding opportunity There are different types of housing bonds, including single family, multi-family and workforce housing, Close said. These days, C...
In trading on Friday, shares of ARMOUR Residential REIT Inc.'s 7.00% Series C Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (Symbol: ARR.PRC) were yielding above the 8.5% mark based on its monthly dividend (annualized to $1.75), with shares changing hands as low as $20.37 on the day. This compares to an average yield of 8.16% in the "Real Estate" preferred stock category, according to Preferred Stock Chan...
In trading on Friday, shares of ARMOUR Residential REIT Inc.'s 7.00% Series C Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (Symbol: ARR.PRC) were yielding above the 8.5% mark based on its monthly dividend (annualized to $1.75), with shares changing hands as low as $20.37 on the day. This compares to an average yield of 8.16% in the "Real Estate" preferred stock category, according to Preferred Stock Channel . As of last close, ARR.PRC was trading at a 17.60% discount to its liquidation preference amount, versus the average discount of 15.38% in the "Real Estate" category. The chart below shows the one year performance of ARR.PRC shares, versus ARR: Below is a dividend history chart for ARR.PRC, showing historical dividend payments on ARMOUR Residential REIT Inc.'s 7.00% Series C Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock: In Friday trading, ARMOUR Residential REIT Inc.'s 7.00% Series C Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (Symbol: ARR.PRC) is currently down about 0.7% on the day, while the common shares (Symbol: ARR) are down about 6.2%. 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.
XPeng Inc ( NYSE:XPEV ) plans to launch four new models in 2026, expanding into both large and compact-sized vehicles, designed for global markets. Story Continues Q & A Highlights Q: What major upgrades should we expect for the VLA 2.0 in the coming months, and how will it impact order conversion and user retention? A: He Xiaopeng, Chairman and CEO, explained that each quarter will see at least o...
XPeng Inc ( NYSE:XPEV ) plans to launch four new models in 2026, expanding into both large and compact-sized vehicles, designed for global markets. Story Continues Q & A Highlights Q: What major upgrades should we expect for the VLA 2.0 in the coming months, and how will it impact order conversion and user retention? A: He Xiaopeng, Chairman and CEO, explained that each quarter will see at least one major OTA update. In Q2, autonomous driving will expand to cover more roads, including small roads, parking lots, and campuses. The VLA 2.0 will become more AI agent-oriented, increasing parameters from billions to 20 billion, and improving mileage per takeover by 5 to 10 times. The VLA 2.0 has already doubled test drives and sales of Ultra and Ultra S1 models, and is expected to increase sales volume and conversion rates. Q: What is the deployment roadmap for VLA 2.0 in the overseas market, and can the smart driving software be monetized alone? A: He Xiaopeng stated that VLA 2.0 testing will begin overseas by the end of this year or early next year. The software has shown strong performance in multiple markets without raw data, offering high-quality autonomous driving at lower costs. There are plans for business model upgrades and monetization opportunities for smart driving software in international markets. Q: What are the major milestones for XPeng's humanoid robot development, and how does it leverage R&D and production capabilities? A: He Xiaopeng highlighted that humanoid robots require car-grade standards due to their complexity. XPeng is using a rigorous development approach similar to vehicles, focusing on in-house development of joints, torso, and AI systems. The target is to produce at least 1,000 units by year-end. Humanoid robots will generate value from software, with a focus on commercial, industrial, and household applications. Q: What are the key markets for XPeng's overseas expansion, and what products or technology will drive this growth? A: Brian Gu,...
Nico De Pasquale Photography Welcome to Seeking Alpha's Catalyst Watch - a breakdown of some of next week's actionable events that stand out. Read more about the events that may impact stock prices next week. Monday - March 23 Volatility watch - Coinbase ( COIN ) and Lululemon ( LULU ) have a high level of implied volatility based on options trading. Sunrun ( RUN ) and Omega Therapeutics ( OMGAQ )...
Nico De Pasquale Photography Welcome to Seeking Alpha's Catalyst Watch - a breakdown of some of next week's actionable events that stand out. Read more about the events that may impact stock prices next week. Monday - March 23 Volatility watch - Coinbase ( COIN ) and Lululemon ( LULU ) have a high level of implied volatility based on options trading. Sunrun ( RUN ) and Omega Therapeutics ( OMGAQ ) head into the new week with a high level of short interest outstanding on them. The most overbought stocks per their 14-day relative strength index include Tilly’s ( TLYS ), Adecoagro ( AGRO ), and Kore Group ( KORE ). The most oversold stocks per their 14-day Relative Strength Index include Crane Harbor Acquisition ( CHAC ), Lifecore Biomedical ( LFCR ), and HNI ( HNI ). Energy watch - Oil prices are likely to remain volatile next week, with levels heavily dependent on Middle East headlines, shipping developments, and supply reports. Fedspeak - Federal Reserve speakers next week include Vice Chair for Supervision Michael Barr, Governor Adriana Kugler, Governor Philip Jefferson, San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly, and Philadelphia Fed President Anna Paulson, along with additional remarks by Governor Stephen Miran. Dividend watch - Companies that have an ex-dividend date coming next week include Broadcom ( AVGO ), Altria ( MO ), Seagate ( STX ), and Dick’s Sporting Goods ( DKS ). IPO watch - No new IPOs are expected to price during the week and begin trading. The IPO lockup period expires for certain blocks of shares of Megan Holdings ( MGN ). The analyst quiet period ends on Generate Biomedicines ( GENB ) to free up analysts to post ratings. Earnings watch - Notable companies due to report include WeRide ( WRD ). All day - Climb Global Solutions ( CLMB ) will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis following the four-for-one stock split. Tuesday - March 24 Earnings watch - Notable companies due to report include GameStop ( GME ), Smithfield Foods ( SFD ), and Braze ( BR...
It has been on Thomas Tuchel’s mind for some time, certainly since his England team secured qualification to the World Cup last November with the perfect record – played eight, won eight, zero goals conceded. The March international window, the last one before the finals in the summer, was always going to be less ideal. It arrives at the moment when the club season enters its final stretch; trophi...
It has been on Thomas Tuchel’s mind for some time, certainly since his England team secured qualification to the World Cup last November with the perfect record – played eight, won eight, zero goals conceded. The March international window, the last one before the finals in the summer, was always going to be less ideal. It arrives at the moment when the club season enters its final stretch; trophies on the line, European places, survival or relegation. The lot. It is not as if the players have not already been pushed hard. Now rotation for the very best, the ones that Tuchel counts on, is simply not an option. The camp remains vital and not only because Tuchel has been kicking his heels for more than four months, desperate to feel that connection with the squad again. It is a chance for him to work on the training ground and goodness knows there are not too many of those in the international game. Furthermore, there are players on the edges who are determined to push their cases for inclusion in the 26-man squad that Tuchel will take to the finals. The flipside is that the games England play at Wembley against Uruguay next Friday and Japan four days later are friendlies. Do Tuchel’s main men really need that right now? How could he best handle a situation he describes as “messy”? Tuchel felt he had to think outside the box. To come up with something fresh to keep his players that way. He wondered whether a few days of team bonding might be the answer but discounted it because it stood to frustrate those on the fringes. “Why are we paintballing, boss? I need to show you what I can do.” It was not a sentiment Tuchel wanted to hear. He thought ever more deeply. He and his staff “broke their heads”, to borrow one of his favourite phrases. What he has come up with is without precedent. He hopes that it ticks the right boxes. View image in fullscreen Jude Bellingham has not played since the start of February and could feature along with Morgan Rogers against Japan. Photog...
In trading on Friday, shares of Saul Centers Inc's 6.125% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (Symbol: BFS.PRD) were yielding above the 7.5% mark based on its quarterly dividend (annualized to $1.5312), with shares changing hands as low as $20.41 on the day. This compares to an average yield of 8.16% in the "Real Estate" preferred stock category, according to Preferred Stock Channel . A...
In trading on Friday, shares of Saul Centers Inc's 6.125% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (Symbol: BFS.PRD) were yielding above the 7.5% mark based on its quarterly dividend (annualized to $1.5312), with shares changing hands as low as $20.41 on the day. This compares to an average yield of 8.16% in the "Real Estate" preferred stock category, according to Preferred Stock Channel . As of last close, BFS.PRD was trading at a 17.36% discount to its liquidation preference amount, versus the average discount of 15.38% in the "Real Estate" category. The chart below shows the one year performance of BFS.PRD shares, versus BFS: Below is a dividend history chart for BFS.PRD, showing historical dividend payments on Saul Centers Inc's 6.125% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock: In Friday trading, Saul Centers Inc's 6.125% Series D Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (Symbol: BFS.PRD) is currently off about 0.8% on the day, while the common shares (Symbol: BFS) are off about 1.2%. 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.
is a senior editor and author of Notepad , who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. It’s taken almost five years, but Microsoft is finally bringing back the ability to move the Windows taskbar to the top or sides of your screen. The movable taskbar is part of some much bigger ...
is a senior editor and author of Notepad , who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. It’s taken almost five years, but Microsoft is finally bringing back the ability to move the Windows taskbar to the top or sides of your screen. The movable taskbar is part of some much bigger changes coming to Windows 11 this year in response to growing criticism of the operating system’s performance, reliability, and user experience. “Repositioning the taskbar is one of the top asks we’ve heard from you,” says Windows chief Pavan Davuluri. “We are introducing the ability to reposition it to the top or sides of your screen, making it easier to personalize your workspace.” You’ll soon be able to move the taskbar around freely. Image: Microsoft This taskbar change will be available to Windows Insiders in the coming weeks, before rolling out to all Windows 11 users later this year. Microsoft is also working on a smaller taskbar that will be available as an option later this year. Windows has had a movable taskbar for decades, but Windows 11 removed this functionality at launch in 2021. I initially hated the new Windows 11 taskbar because it lacked functionality like displaying the time and date on multiple monitors, small icons, or the ability to move the taskbar around. The taskbar was so bad because Microsoft rebuilt it for Windows 10X, which was originally going to run on dual-screen devices before being reworked into Windows 11 for laptops. Microsoft has been steadily bringing back most of the good parts of the Windows 10 taskbar, and it also recently started testing an agenda calendar view in the Windows 11 notification center. This was also removed from Windows 11, despite being part of Windows 10.
is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. But today, as Microsoft commits to fix Windows 11, it’s also signaling that our long Windows Update nightmare is finally over. While Microsoft isn’t doing ...
is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. But today, as Microsoft commits to fix Windows 11, it’s also signaling that our long Windows Update nightmare is finally over. While Microsoft isn’t doing away with automatic updates entirely, Windows boss Pavan Davuluri is promising that in future, you’ll be able to pause them “for as long as you need.” You’ll be able to reboot or shut down your computer “without being forced to install them.” To be fair to Microsoft, I’ve seen an option to reboot or shutdown without updating for a while now. Even if you fail to pause them, you’ll only have to reboot your computer once a month, Microsoft promises — though its says you’ll be able to get updates faster if you wish. If you’re the kind of user who wants new features so quickly that you’re part of the Windows Insider Program, Microsoft says it’ll make that easier and make it clearer what you’ll get. And as part of those updates, Microsoft says that this year, it will improve performance, responsiveness and stability, reduce memory consumption, make File Explorer and other apps launch and run faster, reduce crashes, improve drivers, make devices wake up more reliably, and much, much more. It feels like Microsoft has also taken our feedback about the recent ridiculous hour-plus setup process for some Windows handhelds and laptops to heart. Davuluri writes that we’ll have “the ability to skip updates during device setup to get to the desktop faster.” And even if you sit through, there should be “fewer pages and reboots to getting started is simpler.” Plus, Microsoft will finally let you use gamepad controls to create your PIN during setup, instead of making you smudge the touchscreen. Setup took well over an hour when I reviewed the Xbox Ally — progress indicator after progress indi...
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) has stumbled into one of the market's most fascinating contradictions. The stock is down, AI spending is exploding, and fear is rising, yet the long-term engine may be getting stronger. This setup could either mark the start of a painful reset or a rare chance to buy a dominant compounder while sentiment is still broken. Stock prices used were the market prices of March 13...
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) has stumbled into one of the market's most fascinating contradictions. The stock is down, AI spending is exploding, and fear is rising, yet the long-term engine may be getting stronger. This setup could either mark the start of a painful reset or a rare chance to buy a dominant compounder while sentiment is still broken. Stock prices used were the market prices of March 13, 2026. The video was published on March 19, 2026. Continue reading