Investors Heavily Search Johnson & Johnson (JNJ): Here is What You Need to Know — Positive
JNJ Zacks Investment Research — August 18, 2025Zacks.com users have recently been watching Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
The Boeing Company (BA) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It — Positive
BA Zacks Investment Research — August 18, 2025Boeing (BA) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
Here is What to Know Beyond Why GigaCloud Technology Inc. (GCT) is a Trending Stock — Positive
GCT Zacks Investment Research — August 18, 2025GigaCloud Technology Inc. (GCT) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know — Positive
META Zacks Investment Research — August 18, 2025Meta Platforms (META) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
Medtronic Earnings Are Imminent; These Most Accurate Analysts Revise Forecasts Ahead Of Earnings Call — Neutral
MDT Benzinga — August 18, 2025Medtronic plc MDT will release financial results for the first quarter before the opening bell on Tuesday, Aug. 19.
Sound Point Meridian Capital Term Preferred Stock — Neutral
SPMA SPMC SPME Seeking Alpha — August 18, 2025Sound Point Meridian Capital Inc., a closed-end fund (CEF) focused on high current income through investments in CLO equity and mezzanine tranches of below-investment-grade U.S. senior secured loans. SPMA offers an 8% annual dividend ($2.00), callable on Nov. 30, 2026, maturing Nov. 30, 2029, with a YTC of 7.89% and YTM of 8.16%, protected by the 1940 Act. Fund Metrics: Trades at a 1.4% discount to NAV ($18.53), tighter than peers like OXLC and ECC; GAAP NII of $0.47 vs. $0.75 dividend raises sustainability concerns.
The Bank of Glen Burnie Expands Mortgage Services Through Acquisition of VA Wholesale Mortgage, Inc. — Neutral
GLBZ GlobeNewsWire — August 18, 2025Joining forces will expand The Bank of Glen Burnie's mortgage business line both in products and footprint, and will grow VA Wholesale Mortgage's reach and strength under The Bank of Glen Burnie name. Joining forces will expand The Bank of Glen Burnie's mortgage business line both in products and footprint, and will grow VA Wholesale Mortgage's reach and strength under The Bank of Glen Burnie name.
The Hackett Group® 2025 Working Capital Survey: Payables Rebound, but Receivables and Inventory Lag — Neutral
HCKT Business Wire — August 18, 2025MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $HCKT #Accounting--The Hackett Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HCKT), a leading generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) consultancy and executive advisory firm, today released findings from its 2025 U.S. Working Capital Survey, revealing a 4% improvement in the cash conversion cycle (CCC) – now at 37 days – after a turbulent year of across-the-board deterioration. The rebound was fueled primarily by a 3% improvement in days payable outstanding (DPO), highlighting renewed opportunities to unlock l.
ISG Announces Finalists for 2025 ISG Women in Digital Awards — Neutral
III Business Wire — August 18, 2025STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AIChampion--ISG has announced the finalists for the 2025 ISG Women in Digital Awards program. Winners will be announced in virtual awards ceremonies in September.
Hilton Hawaiian Village's Tapa Tower Awarded Prestigious LEED Green Building Certification — Neutral
HLT Business Wire — August 18, 2025HONOLULU--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hilton Hawaiian Village's Tapa Tower has been LEED Certified, becoming the first LEED-certified tower within the Park Hotels & Resorts portfolio.
Kyndryl Signs White House Pledge to Invest in and Advance AI Education for America's Youth — Neutral
KD PRNewsWire — August 18, 2025NEW YORK , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, today announced that it and the Kyndryl Foundation have signed the White House's Pledge to America's Youth: Investing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education. As part of the coalition of more than 60 leading U.S. organizations, Kyndryl is asserting its commitment to supporting America's youth by investing in the critical field of AI education.
Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX launches in tribute to Prohibition's end — Neutral
MGPI PRNewsWire — August 18, 2025September marks the ninth annual release of the award-winning, limited-edition series from Remus Bourbon featuring a medley of four high-rye bourbons aged between 10 and 18 years ST. LOUIS , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Remus Bourbon, the award-winning whiskey inspired by the roaring spirit of the Prohibition era, announced the release of Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
Lumen Technologies Names Sean Alexander as Head of Connected Ecosystems — Neutral
LUMN Business Wire — August 18, 2025DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) today announced the appointment of Sean Alexander as Senior Vice President of Connected Ecosystems. A seasoned enterprise growth leader and founding executive of Microsoft AI, Alexander will be responsible for building and scaling a world-class business development team that drives customer co-innovation, strategic partnerships, and new revenue streams for Lumen. “Sean brings a rare combination of technical depth, market vision, and go-to.
Celebrating Five Years of Investing in Future Advisors: Schwab's RIATA Scholarship Program Recognizes 15 Promising Students in 2025 — Neutral
SCHW Business Wire — August 18, 2025WESTLAKE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Schwab Advisor Services, in partnership with Charles Schwab Foundation, announced the 15 recipients of its 2025 Registered Investment Advisor Talent Advantage (RIATA) Student Scholarship. In its fifth year, the initiative is committed to broadening pathways into the advisory profession by alleviating financial roadblocks and equipping emerging leaders with meaningful, high-impact learning experiences. Following an expansion of the RIATA Student Scholarsh.
Equator Expands Customer Network with Leading Real Estate and Mortgage Companies — Neutral
ASPS GlobeNewsWire — August 18, 2025Equator, a leading SaaS platform for real estate transaction management, announces the addition of four prominent organizations to its list of customers.
Circana Reveals 2025 B2B Tech Channel Performance Award Winners at XChange — Neutral
XHG GlobeNewsWire — August 18, 2025Circana, LLC has announced the winners of its eighth annual B2B Tech Channel Performance Awards, celebrating brands that have either achieved the top revenue or secured the highest market share point change in the U.S. Circana, LLC has announced the winners of its eighth annual B2B Tech Channel Performance Awards, celebrating brands that have either achieved the top revenue or secured the highest market share point change in the U.S.
U.S. stocks traded mixed this morning, with the S&P 500 falling slightly on Monday.
ALAI: High Reward So Far For Artificial Intelligence Exposure — Positive
ALAI Seeking Alpha — August 18, 2025ALAI offers concentrated, growth-focused AI exposure, ideal for investors seeking active management beyond core index ETFs. I rate ALAI a Buy for those comfortable with its short track record and the fee hike risk after 2026. The ETF's top holdings, notably Nvidia, have driven recent outperformance versus other AI-themed ETFs since April 2024.
Zynex welcomes Steve Dyson as CEO, adds to leadership team — Positive
ZYXI Proactive Investors — August 18, 2025Zynex Inc (NASDAQ:ZYXI), a medical technology company specializing in non-invasive devices for pain management, rehabilitation, and patient monitoring, announced the arrival of Steven Dyson as its new CEO, along with the appointment of several senior leaders. The company announced back in June that Dyson had been selected as incoming CEO.
ExxonMobil Secures Vast Deepwater Block in Trinidad & Tobago — Positive
XOM Zacks Investment Research — August 18, 2025XOM secures exclusive rights to Trinidad & Tobago's vast UD-1 block, boosting its Caribbean deepwater expansion strategy.