New data also to be presented for PALYNZIQ® (pegvaliaise-pqpz), reinforcing its value in sustaining blood Phe level reduction and improving health-related quality of life for adults with phenylketonuria SAN RAFAEL, Calif. , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (Nasdaq: BMRN) today announced positive new data from studies of VOXZOGO ® (vosoritide) in children with achondroplasia and in ongoing clinical trials investigating other skeletal conditions, as well as PALYNZIQ ® (pegvaliase-pqpz) in adults with phenylketonuria (PKU).

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Instacart Launches AI-Powered Universal Campaigns for Advertisers — Neutral

CART   PRNewsWire — March 20, 2025

New automation tools help brands of all sizes create high-performing ad campaigns on Instacart SAN FRANCISCO , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart (NASDAQ: CART), the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced a suite of new AI-powered automation tools designed to drive ad campaign performance and help brands of all sizes achieve their business goals. This collection of time-saving tools to drive performance includes AI-powered landing pages, campaign recommendations, product library enhancements, and Universal Campaigns.

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XTI Aerospace Provides TriFan Engine Air Inlet / Exhaust Update — Neutral

XTIA   PRNewsWire — March 20, 2025

New Engine Air Inlet / Exhaust Design Meets a Key Product and Engineering Q1 Milestone ENGLEWOOD, Colo. , March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- XTI Aerospace, Inc. (NASDAQ: XTIA) ("XTI" or the "Company"), a pioneer in VTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions, today announced the successful update of its engine air inlet and exhaust system design, achieving a key Q1 product and engineering milestone announced in a prior press release.

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New guide provides powerful AI strategies and tools for DMOs to elevate promotion, enhance visitor experiences, and streamline operational efficiency HOUSTON , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRCT) ("Direct Digital Holdings" or the "Company"), a leading advertising and marketing technology platform operating through its companies Colossus Media, LLC ("Colossus SSP") and Orange 142, LLC ("Orange 142"), today announced the release of Practical Generative AI Use Cases & Tools for DMOs, the latest addition to its AI education series. This comprehensive guide is designed to help Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) understand and implement AI-powered solutions to …

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OneStream's government community cloud now meets one of the most rigorous and strictest safety standards for all levels of government BIRMINGHAM, Mich. , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OneStream, Inc. (NASDAQ:OS), the leading enterprise Finance management platform that modernizes the Office of the CFO by unifying core finance and operational functions – including financial close, consolidation, reporting, planning and forecasting, today announced that it has achieved Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High authorization status.

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Commercial Metals (CMC) Misses Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates — Negative

CMC   Zacks Investment Research — March 20, 2025

Commercial Metals (CMC) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.26 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.31 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.88 per share a year ago.

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TEL AVIV, Israel , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Galmed Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (NASDAQ: GLMD) ("Galmed" or the "Company"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on liver, cardiometabolic diseases and GI oncological indications, today announced the grant of a new patent related to its lead compound, Aramchol.

image for news Galmed Pharmaceuticals Secures New Patent Grant Extending Aramchol's Patent Protection to 2039, Strengthening Leadership in NASH/MASH Combination Therapy

Retail giants Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart violated Indian quality control rules by stocking products that did not have the required standards certificate, India's top government-run product certification agency said on Thursday.

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February 2025 Monthly Release — Neutral

ALL   Business Wire — March 20, 2025

NORTHBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) today announced estimated catastrophe losses for the month of February of $92 million or $73 million, after-tax. Total catastrophe losses for February year-to-date were $1.17 billion or $922 million, after-tax. Allstate Protection policies in force are as follows: Allstate Protection Policies in Force (1) (in thousands) February 28, 2025 January 31, 2025 February 29, 2024 Feb 28. 2025 v Jan. 31, 2025 Feb. 28, 2025.

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1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks Palantir Stock Is Going to $60. Is It a Sell? — Negative

PLTR   The Motley Fool — March 20, 2025

Following Palantir Technologies' (PLTR 2.53%) recent customer event, Jefferies analyst Brent Hill maintained an underperform (sell) rating on the shares with a $60 price target, implying potential downside of 29% from the current share price.

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Accenture (ACN) Misses Q2 Earnings Estimates — Negative

ACN   Zacks Investment Research — March 20, 2025

Accenture (ACN) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.82 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.84 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.77 per share a year ago.

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Vertiv Holdings: EPS Growth Tells Us To Buy The Dip — Neutral

VRT   Seeking Alpha — March 20, 2025

Vertiv has had a recent price dip due to tariff wars and macroeconomic pressure. At a P/E of 69.7, they are at a premium against the industry average of 25-30, but Vertiv's forward P/E is 23.4 which sees them discounted heavily. DCF modeling has a weak discount correlation, but needs to be reinforced by other modeling like P/E ratios.

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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) (“FF”, “Faraday Future”, or the “Company”), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today announced that its first two FX 6 camouflaged prototype mules arrived at the Company's U.S. headquarters in Los Angeles. The FX 6 concept is part of FF's broader Faraday X (FX) product strategy aimed at delivering Advanced Intelligent Electric Vehicles (AIEVs) to a mass-market aud.

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New Model Delivers Substantial Performance Improvements In Quality & Depth HENDERSON, Nev. , March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Research Solutions (NASDAQ: RSSS), a leading provider of AI-powered scientific research tools, announces significant enhancements to its AI product, Scite Assistant, that will help enterprise customers get more accurate responses to complex research questions and tasks.

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Accenture Q2 Revenue Surges Higher — Positive

ACN   The Motley Fool — March 20, 2025

Professional services and consulting specialist Accenture (ACN 0.11%) reported fiscal 2025 second-quarter results on Thursday, March 20, that topped analysts' consensus expectations. Revenue of $16.66 billion narrowly beat estimates of $16.62 billion and rose 5% year over year while earnings per share (EPS) came in just ahead of estimates at $2.82.

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SMCI stock soars on Nvidia Blackwell boost — Positive

SMCI   Finbold — March 20, 2025

In the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) proved a major challenger to Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) as the year's stock market superstar. Specifically, Supermicro equity soared 300% in Q1, while NVDA shares were up about 70% in the same time frame.

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The US indices that I follow all look a bit troubled in the early hours of Thursday, but at this point in time, the market continues to look to the Federal Reserve statement, and whether or not that Jerome Powell will do something to save traders.

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FLORHAM PARK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), a global technology-driven business solutions and services company, today announced that the Republic of Ireland's Health Service Executive (HSE) selected the company's Maven® Disease Surveillance & Outbreak Management System to monitor, manage and report infectious diseases. Maven will replace HSE's legacy surveillance system to more effectively track disease outbreaks and take prompt actions to protect public healt.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 20, 2025 / If you suffered a loss on your TransMedics Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:TMDX) investment and want to learn about a potential recovery under the federal securities laws, follow the link below for more information: https://zlk.com/pslra-1/transmedics-group-inc-lawsuit-submission-form-2?prid=137370&wire=1 or contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq.

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