Texas attorney general Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into several utility companies connected to the Smokehouse Creek and Windy Deuce Fires, his office said on Friday.

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Veralto Benefits From TraceGains Buyout Amid High Competition — Positive

VLTO   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

VLTO strengthens growth outlook with the TraceGains buyout and rising demand in U.S. water infrastructure projects.

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CAVA vs. Chipotle (CMG): What's the Better Buy? — Negative

CAVA  CMG   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

A notable restaurant duo, Chipotle Mexican Grill CMG and CAVA Group CAVA, both faced pressure following the release of their quarterly results, adding fuel to the already-poor share performance from each in 2025.

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Why Is Commerce (CBSH) Down 3.7% Since Last Earnings Report? — Negative

CBSH   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Commerce (CBSH) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Why Is First Horizon (FHN) Up 0.3% Since Last Earnings Report? — Positive

FHN   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

First Horizon (FHN) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Bank of America (BAC) Up 1.5% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue? — Positive

BAC   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Bank of America (BAC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Why Is Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Up 7.2% Since Last Earnings Report? — Positive

JNJ   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Morgan Stanley (MS) Up 5.4% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue? — Positive

MS   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Morgan Stanley (MS) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Why Is Goldman (GS) Up 5.9% Since Last Earnings Report? — Positive

GS   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Goldman (GS) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Why Is Progressive (PGR) Up 1.5% Since Last Earnings Report? — Positive

PGR   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Progressive (PGR) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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United (UAL) Up 8.7% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue? — Positive

UAL   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

United (UAL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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MGE Energy Increases Dividend for 50th Consecutive Year — Neutral

MGEE   Business Wire — August 15, 2025

MADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MGE Energy Increases Dividend for 50th Consecutive Year.

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National Vision Holdings: Rating Upgrade As Turnaround Strategy Worked — Positive

EYE   Seeking Alpha — August 15, 2025

National Vision Holdingss turnaround is delivering faster-than-expected results, with strong sales acceleration, margin expansion, and raised FY25 guidance signaling a clear inflection point. Managed care strategy is proving highly effective, driving higher-value, recurring customers and structurally improving both revenue quality and margins. Pricing and product assortment initiatives are resonating, with premium frame sales rising among both insured and cash-pay customers, supporting higher average ticket growth.

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The pricing of weight-loss drugs like Lilly's Zepbound and Novo's Wegovy is a pressure point for investors.

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Intellia Therapeutics: It May Be Time To Get Excited And Buy (Upgrade) — Positive

NTLA   Seeking Alpha — August 15, 2025

Intellia Therapeutics, Inc.'s lead gene-editing therapies, Lonvo-z and Nex-z, show best-in-class potential with 'one and done' treatment and strong early efficacy and safety data. Recent safety concerns in ATTR-CM seemed to be resolved quickly, and robust patient demand in pivotal trials support confidence in upcoming Phase 3 data and commercial launches. Cash runway extends into late 2026, but pivotal 2025 catalysts and potential blockbuster approval in multi-billion dollar markets could drive significant upside.

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Opendoor CEO Carrie Wheeler said on Friday that she's resigning from the online real estate company. Wheeler's departure comes after investors spurred a big rally in the beaten-down stock and then led a pressure campaign against the CEO.

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SanDisk SNDK shares are trading lower on Friday despite the company's upbeat fourth-quarter financial results on Thursday. This comes amid analyst warnings that softer third-quarter margin forecasts could weigh on shares.

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Selective Insurance Set to Grow on Rising Premium Amid Challenges — Negative

SIGI   Zacks Investment Research — August 15, 2025

Selective Insurance targets growth with rising premiums, strong Commercial Lines and geographic expansion despite industry headwinds.

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RADNOR, Pa., Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Centene Corporation (“Centene”) (NYSE: CNC) on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired Centene securities between December 12, 2024, and June 30, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). The lead plaintiff deadline is September 8, 2025.

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UnitedHealth: Buy Like Buffett — Positive

UNH   Seeking Alpha — August 15, 2025

Berkshire Hathaway's $1B+ investment in UnitedHealth signals confidence in the company despite recent share price declines and profitability headwinds. UnitedHealth's Q2 revenue grew 13%, but profit margins fell due to rising costs, leading to a significant drop in net profit year-over-year. Analysts expect UNH's profitability to rebound in coming years, with potential for 50-80% share price gains by 2028 if margins recover.

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