AEP Names Industry Veteran Doug Cannon President of AEP Transmission — Neutral
AEP PRNewsWire — May 20, 2025COLUMBUS, Ohio , May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has named Douglas A. Cannon president of AEP Transmission, effective June 11.

Axios Harris Poll Names Kroger One of America's Most Visible and Trusted Companies — Neutral
KR PRNewsWire — May 20, 2025CINCINNATI , May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced its inclusion among the 2025 Axios Harris Poll 100, an annual ranking of the reputations of the most visible companies in the U.S. "As America's grocer, we understand our responsibility to provide fresh, affordable food so families can make the meals they love," said Ron Sargent, Chairman and CEO of Kroger. "Every day, our teams are focused on the customer, keeping prices low and creating meaningful careers.

PPG introduces PPG ENVIROLUXE Plus powder coatings with recycled plastic content — Neutral
PPG Business Wire — May 20, 2025PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced the launch of PPG ENVIROLUXE™ Plus powder coatings, which include up to 18% post-industrial recycled plastic (rPET) and are made without PFAS*. This product combines the benefits of post-industrial recycled plastic (rPET) in a formulation that is made without PFAS**, providing a versatile solution that meets diverse application needs. PPG EnviroLuxe Plus powder coatings achieve up to a 30% reduction in carbon footprint compared to sta.

Palo Alto Networks Is A Top AI-Driven Cybersecurity Play: Analyst — Positive
PANW Benzinga — May 20, 2025Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives maintained an Outperform rating on cybersecurity giant Palo Alto Networks, Inc. PANW with a price forecast of $225 on Monday. The company will deliver its fiscal third-quarter 2025 results on Tuesday after the bell.

INVESTOR ALERT: Cohen Milstein Investigates Claims Against GoHealth, Inc. (GOCO) on Behalf of Investors — Neutral
GOCO GlobeNewsWire — May 20, 2025Cohen Milstein encourages GoHealth, Inc. (GOCO) investors to contact firm about an investigation into GoHesecurities fraud and other securities violations.

Warby Parker Partners with Google To Develop Intelligent Eyewear — Neutral
WRBY Business Wire — May 20, 2025NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Warby Parker Inc. (NYSE: WRBY) (the “Company”), a direct-to-consumer lifestyle brand focused on vision for all, today announced a partnership with Google to develop AI-powered glasses intended for all-day wear. The partnership will combine Warby Parker's signature approach to eyewear design with Google's industry-leading technology ecosystem, bringing the next generation of computing to a new form factor: glasses. “Since our launch we've set out to transform the optic.

C3.ai Trading at a Premium at 6.39X: Time to Hold or Sell the Stock? — Neutral
AI Zacks Investment Research — May 20, 2025C3.ai, Inc. AI is currently trading at a slight premium relative to its Zacks Computer & Technology sector but at a discount to historical metrics. In terms of the forward 12-month Price/Sales, AI is trading at 6.39X, higher than the sector's 6.18X.

Retail Stock With Contrarian Potential as Earnings Loom — Positive
URBN Schaeffers Research — May 20, 2025Most of Wall Street has stepped into the earnings confessional by now, but there are still some retail stragglers.

UnitedHealth Group: Generational Buying Opportunity? Insiders Apparently Think So — Positive
UNH Seeking Alpha — May 20, 2025UnitedHealth Group Incorporated has faced negative catalysts—guidance withdrawal, CEO change, DOJ probe rumors, and PBM threats—driving the stock down sharply. Insiders, including the CEO and CFO, have aggressively bought shares, signaling confidence and helping stabilize the stock after a steep drop. Despite short-term uncertainty, I believe fears are overblown and UNH remains a solid, defensive long-term investment at a compelling valuation.

Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) Stock? — Neutral
ACLS Zacks Investment Research — May 20, 2025Investors need to pay close attention to Axcelis Technologies (ACLS) stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

Impinj Soars 77% in a Month: Should You Still Buy the Stock? — Positive
PI Zacks Investment Research — May 20, 2025PI rides on strong first-quarter momentum with robust demand, innovative Gen2X tech and expanding enterprise reach, setting the stage for continued growth.

Should Investors Bet on AZUL Stock Despite Reporting a Loss in Q1? — Positive
AZUL Zacks Investment Research — May 20, 2025We assess the investment worthiness of AZUL stock post its first-quarter 2025 earnings release.

Final Trades: 3M, Stifel Financial, Walt Disney and Truist Financial — Neutral
DIS SF TFC CNBC Television — May 20, 2025The Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.

US senators warn Paramount's Shari Redstone that settling Trump's CBS lawsuit could be ‘bribery' — Negative
PARA New York Post — May 20, 2025Paramount Global is facing fresh heat from Capitol Hill over its talks to settle a $20 billion defamation lawsuit brought by President Trump against CBS News — with three left-leaning US senators warning that a deal could potentially violate US anti-bribery laws. In a letter sent Tuesday night to Paramount Chair Shari Redstone, Sens.

Josh Brown, CEO of Ritholtz Wealth Management, joins CNBC's "Halftime Report" to explain why he thinks eBay is getting ready for a breakout. It's one of the stocks in his "Best Stocks in the Market" group.

Google Unveils ‘A.I. Mode' Chatbot, Signaling a New Era for Search — Positive
GOOG GOOGL NYTimes — May 20, 2025The tech giant is taking its next big step in artificial intelligence by adding interactive capabilities to its flagship product.

UBS Group AG Rides on Strategic Expansions Amid Rising Expenses — Negative
UBS Zacks Investment Research — May 20, 2025UBS' strategic partnerships and acquisitions support its financials. Yet, rising costs remain a concern.

KINS Trades at a Premium to Industry: Will You Still Buy the Stock? — Positive
KINS Zacks Investment Research — May 20, 2025KINS' focus on growing its core business, strengthening its niche market, improving pricing and combined ratio and expanding margins bodes well for growth.

PepsiCo Strengthens Wellness Brands Portfolio With Poppi Acquisition — Positive
PEP Zacks Investment Research — May 20, 2025PEP's acquisition of Poppi strengthens its position in the fast-emerging functional beverage space, signaling a bold strategic pivot toward health innovation.

Here's Why You Should Add Bank of Hawaii Stock to Your Portfolio Now — Positive
BOH Zacks Investment Research — May 20, 2025BOH stock is a smart buy with rising loans, strong liquidity and bullish earnings estimates.
