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States Continue to Make Progress on EV Charging Infrastructure
States are expanding EV charging infrastructure through federal NEVI program funding, with Texas, Arizona, Colorado, and Hawaii reporting significant progress on new charging station installations.
How the UK’s extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
Extreme heatwaves are forcing the UK to reconsider air conditioning, challenging decades of focus on carbon reduction and raising questions about how to balance climate mitigation with adaptation to rising temperatures.
Gary Waddell dies aged 74: the brilliant Australian actor who turned small roles into great ones
Australian actor Gary Waddell, known for portraying gritty characters in films and television shows across several decades, has died at age 74.
Val Chmerkovskiy Ousted From Next ‘DWTS’ Episode Amid Will Smith Oscars Slap Reference, Jenna Dewan to Dance With Alan Bersten
Val Chmerkovskiy has been removed from an upcoming Dancing With the Stars episode following a controversial social media reference he made while defending his partner against judging criticism.
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Okta pops 20% after topping estimates as AI threat spikes demand for identity security
Okta shares surged 20% after the identity software company exceeded quarterly estimates, driven by growing demand for AI security tools as enterprises manage expanding agent networks.
CrowdStrike jumps 11% on record second quarter as ‘Mythos moment’ drives AI cyber wave
CrowdStrike surged more than 11% after exceeding fiscal second-quarter expectations and raising guidance, with CEO attributing growth to increased demand for AI-focused security solutions.
Best Buy beats quarterly estimates and hikes its outlook, but stock falls
Best Buy reported fiscal Q2 results beating expectations with 4.1% comparable sales growth and raised full-year outlook, though stock fell 7% in morning trading Thursday.
Family offices are making a bullish bet on the stock market, according to CNBC Family Office Portfolio Tracker
Family offices increased stock holdings to 37% of portfolios in the second quarter, up from 34% in the first quarter, while trimming exposure to private markets and real estate.
SIGA Tech (SIGA): Profits Drop 65%, But Cash and Special Payouts Remain
SIGA Technologies reported a 65% profit decline for the second quarter as a major government contract concluded, though the company remained profitable and paid a special dividend to shareholders.
Voya Financial’s (VOYA) Earnings Fell While Its Retirement Business Boomed
Voya Financial reported declining second-quarter earnings amid severance costs, though its retirement and investment management segments showed strong asset growth and fee revenue increases.
Protagonist (PTGX) Swings To A Profit As Two Drugs Near Blockbuster Status
Protagonist Therapeutics swung to a $162.8 million profit in the second quarter, boosted by milestone payments from its psoriasis drug ICOTYDE and the injectable rusfertide awaiting FDA approval.
Wynn Resorts (WYNN) Doubles Its Profit But Cracks Are Showing
Wynn Resorts reported second quarter net income more than doubling to $140.1 million, though profitability declined at three of four properties outside Macau’s strong performance.
The VIX Is Playing Tricks: Why Stocks Are Volatile, But the Fear Gauge Is Sleeping
Stock markets have experienced choppy trading with limited upside progress, yet the VIX volatility index continues declining, creating a disconnect that confuses market participants seeking to understand current conditions.
Murphy USA (MUSA) Delivers Robust Second-Quarter Earnings on Surging Fuel Margins
Murphy USA reported second-quarter net income of $209.1 million, up from $145.6 million a year earlier, driven by higher fuel margins and merchandise growth.
Alexandria’s (ARE) Profit Rebound Comes With A Cash Flow Catch
Alexandria Real Estate Equities reported narrowing net losses but saw funds from operations decline, with occupancy pressures offsetting strong leasing volume in the second quarter.
New Inbetweeners film confirmed by Netflix as lead stars return
Netflix has confirmed a third Inbetweeners film is in development, with the original cast reprising their roles and production beginning immediately.