Moelis & Company vs. Goldman: Which Finance Stock Has Better Upside? — Positive

GS  MC   Zacks Investment Research — June 18, 2025

Does MC offer stronger earnings growth and a higher dividend yield than GS despite trading at a premium? Let us find out.

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GOLETA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Please replace the photo for release dated May 15, 2025, with the accompanying corrected photo. The release reads: HOKA LAUNCHES MAFATE X: REDEFINING THE ORIGINAL HOKA TRAIL SHOE – NOW EVOLVED FOR MODERN ULTRA RACING Maximal Cushion Meets Innovation in the HOKA Brand's Latest Trail Shoe HOKA®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), proudly unveils the Mafate X, the latest evolution to the brand's iconic trail franchise. The Mafate is the HOKA brand's origina.

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COCONUT CREEK, Fla., June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Willis Engine Structured Trust VIII (“WEST”), has completed the previously announced offering of $524,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of Series A Fixed Rate Notes (the “Series A Notes”) and $72,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of Series B Fixed Rate Notes (the “Series B Notes” and, together with the Series A Notes, the “Notes”).

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Digital Realty Trust, Inc. boasts a robust financial structure, with 76% equity, low leverage, and excellent asset coverage ratios, ensuring stability and resilience. The company's credit profile is strong, with an adjusted A1/A2 rating, reflecting high asset quality, secure liquidity, and reliable cash flow generation.

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Buy the Dip on This Quantum Computing Stock — Positive

QUBT   Schaeffers Research — June 18, 2025

Quantum computing stock Rigetti Computing Inc (NASDAQ:RGTI), like much of the upstart sector, has exploded onto the scene in the last year, racking up a 1,070% 12-month gain.

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AppLovin's CTV Expansion: Wurl Unlocks New Growth Channels — Positive

APP   Zacks Investment Research — June 18, 2025

AppLovin expands beyond mobile with Wurl, using CTV and e-commerce to drive omnichannel ad growth.

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Lantronix & Aerora Drive Next-Gen Edge AI for Drones & Robotics — Positive

LTRX   Zacks Investment Research — June 18, 2025

LTRX teams with Aerora to fast-track Edge AI drone tech, combining powerful compute and NDAA-compliant imaging tools.

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Is SoundHound Ready to Challenge Big Tech in Automotive AI? — Positive

SOUN   Zacks Investment Research — June 18, 2025

SoundHound AI SOUN is increasingly positioning itself as a real contender in the automotive AI space, traditionally dominated by tech giants. In the first quarter of 2025, the company reported revenue of $29.1 million, up 151% year over year, driven by rapid expansion in its restaurant and automotive voice AI solutions.

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NEW YORK, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Savara Inc. (“Savara” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SVRA). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.

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We initiate Automatic Data Processing with a strong buy and $296.5 PT, seeing market skepticism as overdone versus ADP's resilient earnings and recurring revenue moat. ADP's structural float income and disciplined buybacks drive durable EPS growth, buffering macro/labor softness and justifying a premium valuation. We model muted client volume but see recurring revenue, float, and capital return levers offsetting the downside, supporting mid- to high-single-digit EPS growth.

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PITTSBURGH , June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PNC Bank, N.A., a tax credit syndication leader, today announced the closing of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Fund 98, which is investing more than $208 million in the development and rehabilitation of affordable rental housing across the U.S. The fund includes investments from PNC and seven other financial services and insurance companies, including two investors that are new to PNC's LIHTC funds.

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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Names Garg R&D Chief — Neutral

ALNY   Market Watch — June 18, 2025

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals named Pushkal Garg executive vice president and chief research and development officer.

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NEW YORK, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. (“Eos” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EOSE). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.

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Lucid to partner with Hoag in its mission to eradicate esophageal cancer by expanding access to EsoGuard precancer testing across its extensive healthcare delivery network NEW YORK , June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Diagnostics Inc. (Nasdaq: LUCD) ("Lucid" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage, cancer prevention medical diagnostics company, and subsidiary of PAVmed Inc. (Nasdaq: PAVM), today announced that Hoag, a nationally-recognized regional healthcare delivery network, has launched a comprehensive, integrated esophageal precancer testing program using Lucid Diagnostics' EsoGuard® Esophageal DNA Test. Lucid will partner with Hoag to offer EsoGuard testing across its digestive health, primary care, and concierge medicine …

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Strategy stock price has remained in a tight range in the past few weeks as Bitcoin has consolidated. MSTR was trading at $375 on Tuesday, down by over 12% from its highest point this year and 30% lower than the all-time high.

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Faryar Shirzad, Coinbase chief policy officer, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the senate passing Stablecoin bill and the Genius Act.

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Top Stock Movers Now: Jabil, Oracle, Zoetis, and More — Positive

JBL  ORCL  ZTS   Investopedia — June 18, 2025

U.S. equities were higher at midday as President Donald Trump again called on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to cut interest rates ahead of today's Fed decision. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all gained.

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CAVA vs. SG: Which Mediterranean Fast-Casual Stock is Placed Better? — Positive

CAVA  SG   Zacks Investment Research — June 18, 2025

CAVA and Sweetgreen are both carving out their space in the fast-casual market with bold strategies and unique customer experiences.

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Builder Confidence Declines: Are Homebuilder ETFs in Trouble? — Positive

HOMZ  ITB  PKB  XHB   Zacks Investment Research — June 18, 2025

Builder confidence just hit an 18-month low, raising red flags for ITB, XHB, PKB and HOMZ amid housing market strain.

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Waymo is taking its first crack at New York City, filing a permit for autonomous vehicle testing. The company will begin with manual driving while pushing for state law changes to allow for testing of AVs.

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