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Greystone Capital Advisors Arranges $250 Million in Bridge Financing for 456-Unit Mixed Income Rental Development in Brooklyn, NY

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Greystone

Greystone Capital Advisors Arranges $250 Million in Bridge Financing for 456-Unit Mixed Income Rental Development in Brooklyn, NY

01/12/2026 02:31 PM • Greystone Capital Advisors arranged $250 million in bridge financing for AtlanticBK, a newly delivered 456-unit mixed-income residential development in Brooklyn. The refinancing replaced Wells Fargo's original $185 million construction loan, providing added flexibility and lower cost of capital to support lease-up and stabilization of the luxury rental community developed by Douglaston Development.

WFC - Originated both the original construction loan and the new bridge loan, maintaining the lending relationship. No negative or particularly positive developments indicated.

#bridge financing #multifamily residential #Brooklyn #lease-up #mixed-income housing #refinancing #commercial real estate finance

Beer Institute Releases November 2025 Taxable Removals Estimate Report

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Beer Institute

Beer Institute Releases November 2025 Taxable Removals Estimate Report

01/12/2026 02:00 PM • The Beer Institute reported November 2025 taxable removals of 10 million barrels, representing a 3.6% decrease compared to November 2024. Year-to-date removals through November 2025 show a 5.4% decline versus the same period in 2024, indicating a softening trend in beer production and sales across the American brewing industry.

TMUSZ - Mentioned as a parent company/advertising solutions provider with no specific action or performance highlighted
TAP - Molson Coors is mentioned only in the promotional content regarding an award to an employee. No specific performance data or company-related information is provided in the main article content.

#taxable removals #beer production #November 2025 #year-to-date decline #brewing industry #barrels

Marauder Capital Announces Expansion of Operating Partner Team

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na

Marauder Capital Announces Expansion of Operating Partner Team

01/12/2026 02:00 PM • Marauder Capital, a Fort Worth-based private investment firm focused on energy and industrial services, announced the addition of Bryan Hoffman and Pedro Buhigas as Operating Partners. Hoffman brings decades of utility and infrastructure experience, while Buhigas contributes technology and operational expertise as CIO of Kodiak Gas Services. The appointments reflect the firm's commitment to operational excellence and long-term value creation.

TMUSL - Mentioned as a parent company/advertising solutions provider with no specific action or performance highlighted
KGS - Kodiak is mentioned only as the current employer of Pedro Buhigas, who will serve as an Operating Partner at Marauder Capital. The mention is informational without indicating any material impact on Kodiak's business or operations.

#operating partners #energy services #industrial services #private investment #operational efficiency #infrastructure #electrification

Ardent Health, Inc. (ARDT) Shareholders Who Lost Money – Contact Law Offices of Howard G. Smith About Securities Fraud Investigation

Benzinga • Business Wire

Ardent Health, Inc. (ARDT) Shareholders Who Lost Money – Contact Law Offices of Howard G. Smith About Securities Fraud Investigation

01/12/2026 01:46 PM • Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announced an investigation into Ardent Health, Inc. (NYSE: ARDT) for possible federal securities law violations. On November 12, 2025, Ardent reported a $43 million revenue decrease due to revised collectability of accounts receivable and a $54 million increase in professional liability reserves related to settlements and litigations from 2019-2022 in New Mexico. The stock fell 33.8% to $9.30 per share on November 13, 2025, prompting the law firm to solicit investors who suffered losses.

ARDT - The company disclosed significant financial issues including a $43 million revenue decrease, $54 million increase in liability reserves, and ongoing litigation. The stock experienced a sharp 33.8% decline following the announcement, and a securities fraud investigation has been initiated, indicating serious concerns about the company's financial reporting and management practices.

#securities fraud #investigation #revenue decrease #accounts receivable #professional liability #stock decline #shareholder losses

Industrial Names That Will Benefit from Rising CapEx in 2026

Investing.com • Chris Markoch

Industrial Names That Will Benefit from Rising CapEx in 2026

01/12/2026 01:45 PM • Industrial stocks are poised to extend their 2025 strength into 2026 due to sustained capital expenditure spending driven by infrastructure investments, energy transitions, and long-term government contracts. Three key companies highlighted are Emerson Electric (dividend growth story), Fluor Corp (energy and infrastructure focus), and Johnson Controls International (building modernization and AI cooling solutions).

EMR - Blue-chip industrial with sticky embedded revenue, 68-year dividend growth history, forecasted 8% EPS growth for 2026, and potential for analyst price target increases following February earnings report.

#industrial stocks #capital expenditure #infrastructure investment #energy transition #CapEx spending #dividend stocks #earnings growth

Critical Metals' 100% Run Puts Rare Earth Stocks In Play For 2026's Top Trade

Benzinga • Erica Kollmann

Critical Metals' 100% Run Puts Rare Earth Stocks In Play For 2026's Top Trade

01/12/2026 01:41 PM • Rare earth stocks are experiencing a significant bull run in early 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions and the Trump administration's focus on mineral sovereignty and reducing dependence on China. Critical Metals has surged 100% year-to-date, while other domestic rare earth producers and related ETFs have also rallied substantially. Key catalysts include Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland for its mineral resources and China's tightening of rare earth export restrictions, signaling the sector's critical importance to U.S. national security.

HPE - Viewed the platform as enabling faster, smarter, and more secure infrastructure
CRML - Stock has surged 100% since the beginning of 2026, described as the 'breakout star' in the sector, driven by investor interest in its Tanbreez project in Greenland and government focus on mineral sovereignty.

#rare earth metals #mineral sovereignty #geopolitical tension #China export restrictions #Greenland acquisition #national security #supply chain #critical minerals

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNCY)

Benzinga • Prnewswire

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNCY)

01/12/2026 01:38 PM • Monteverde & Associates PC, a class action securities firm, has announced an investigation into Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. regarding its proposed acquisition by Allegiant Travel Company. Under the deal terms, Sun Country shareholders would receive 0.1557 shares of Allegiant common stock and $4.10 in cash per share. The firm is investigating whether the transaction represents a fair deal for shareholders.

HPEpC - Viewed the platform as enabling faster, smarter, and more secure infrastructure
SNCY - The announcement of a class action investigation into the proposed acquisition suggests potential concerns about whether shareholders are receiving fair value in the transaction, which raises questions about deal fairness and may indicate undervaluation concerns.

#class action lawsuit #M&A investigation #acquisition #shareholder fairness #deal valuation

Alnylam Lays Out 2030 Vision, Bets On TTR Leadership And Pipeline Scale

Benzinga • Vandana Singh

Alnylam Lays Out 2030 Vision, Bets On TTR Leadership And Pipeline Scale

01/12/2026 01:33 PM • Alnylam Pharmaceuticals announced its 'Alnylam 2030' five-year roadmap, targeting durable global leadership in transthyretin (TTR) diseases with plans to launch nucresiran by 2028-2030. The company projects 2026 net product revenue of $4.9-5.3 billion (71% growth), significantly above Street estimates, with TTR franchise expected to reach $4.4-4.7 billion. However, shares fell 10% on Monday despite strong guidance, as 2025 revenues narrowly missed expectations.

IBM - Looked forward to collaboration and highlighted potential for operational resiliency
ALNY - Positive strategic outlook with ambitious 2030 goals and strong 2026 revenue guidance significantly above Street estimates ($4.9-5.3B vs. lower expectations). However, negative price action (-10%) reflects disappointment that 2025 revenues narrowly missed estimates, suggesting market concerns about execution despite bullish forward guidance.

#Alnylam 2030 roadmap #TTR diseases leadership #nucresiran launch #revenue guidance 2026 #RNAi therapy #Amvuttra #Onpattro #blockbuster potential

This REIT Could Be One of the Best Companies to Own in 2026

The Motley Fool • Rick Munarriz

This REIT Could Be One of the Best Companies to Own in 2026

01/12/2026 01:33 PM • Realty Income (O), a REIT with a 5.5% dividend yield, is highlighted as a strong investment for 2026 due to its 666 consecutive monthly dividend payments and 133 straight quarters of dividend increases. The company owns approximately 15,500 properties leased primarily to recession-resistant businesses like supermarkets and convenience stores, maintaining a healthy 98.7% portfolio occupancy rate through its triple-net lease model.

LNVGY - Committed to infrastructure modernization and data protection
O - The article presents Realty Income as a class-act REIT with exceptional dividend stability, 133 consecutive quarters of dividend increases, a strong portfolio of recession-resistant properties (supermarkets and convenience stores), and a healthy 98.7% occupancy rate. The company is positioned as a safe, reliable income-generating investment suitable for 2026.

#REIT #dividend income #Realty Income #dividend aristocrat #real estate investment #recession-resistant #monthly dividends #portfolio occupancy

Gold, Silver Spike To Record Highs As Fed Independence Falters: What's Moving Markets Monday?

Benzinga • Piero Cingari

Gold, Silver Spike To Record Highs As Fed Independence Falters: What's Moving Markets Monday?

01/12/2026 12:43 PM • Gold and silver surged to record highs Monday as investors reassessed Federal Reserve independence concerns following a DOJ criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell. The move sparked a rotation from Treasuries into precious metals. Financial stocks underperformed after Trump proposed capping credit card rates at 10%, while energy and tech stocks gained. Major indices showed modest gains ahead of inflation data and earnings season.

TMUSI - Mentioned as a parent company/advertising solutions provider with no specific action or performance highlighted
COF - Stock tumbled 6.6% following Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, posting worst session since April 2025

#Federal Reserve independence #gold prices #silver prices #DOJ investigation #credit card interest rates #financial stocks #earnings season #inflation data

Aedifica NV/SA: Publication relating to a transparency notification

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na

Aedifica NV/SA: Publication relating to a transparency notification

01/12/2026 12:00 PM • Aedifica, a Belgian public regulated real estate company listed on Euronext Brussels and Amsterdam, has published a transparency notification regarding a shareholding disclosure from BlackRock, Inc.

BLK - The notification merely reports BlackRock's shareholding in Aedifica as required by transparency regulations. This is a factual disclosure with no indication of strategic intent or market impact.

#transparency notification #shareholding disclosure #BlackRock #Aedifica #real estate company

Pfizer Cancer Combo Drug Shows Strong Tumor Shrinkage in Colorectal Cancer Trial

Benzinga • Vandana Singh

Pfizer Cancer Combo Drug Shows Strong Tumor Shrinkage in Colorectal Cancer Trial

01/12/2026 11:58 AM • Pfizer announced positive Phase 3 BREAKWATER trial data showing its Braftovi combination therapy (with cetuximab and FOLFIRI) demonstrated a 64.4% confirmed objective response rate in BRAF V600E-mutant metastatic colorectal cancer patients, significantly outperforming standard-of-care treatment (39.2%). The drug received accelerated FDA approval in December 2024, with continued approval contingent on verification of clinical benefit.

MDAIW - The company was featured prominently at a medical conference, received positive quotes from medical professionals, and was recognized on TIME's list of Top HealthTech companies, indicating strong technological and market potential
PFE - Pfizer's Braftovi combination therapy demonstrated clinically meaningful and statistically significant improvements in tumor response rates (64.4% vs 39.2%) compared to standard treatment, with 57.4% of patients achieving responses lasting 6+ months. This strong efficacy data supports the drug's accelerated FDA approval and validates the treatment approach for BRAF V600E-mutant colorectal cancer.

#Braftovi #encorafenib #colorectal cancer #BREAKWATER trial #BRAF V600E-mutant #objective response rate #FDA approval #cetuximab #metastatic colorectal cancer

Khaby Lame's TikTok Army Fuels Rich Sparkle's $4 Billion Sales Vision

Benzinga • Akanksha Bakshi

Khaby Lame's TikTok Army Fuels Rich Sparkle's $4 Billion Sales Vision

01/12/2026 11:57 AM • Rich Sparkle Holdings (NASDAQ: ANPA) completed its acquisition of Step Distinctive Limited, linked to TikTok star Khaby Lame, to leverage his 360 million followers for live-commerce sales. The company projects fan-driven sales could reach $4 billion annually through exclusive partnerships, AI-powered digital twins, and expansion across the US, Middle East, and Southeast Asia.

ANPA - The company completed a strategic acquisition to monetize a massive creator following (360M), projects significant revenue potential ($4B annually), and is implementing innovative AI digital twin technology for scalability. Stock trading above both 50-day and 200-day moving averages indicates strong technical momentum.

#acquisition #TikTok #live-commerce #digital twin #AI #creator economy #e-commerce #influencer marketing

Is Netflix a Buy Ahead of Earnings? It Looks Like It

Investing.com • Sam Quirke

Is Netflix a Buy Ahead of Earnings? It Looks Like It

01/12/2026 11:54 AM • Netflix stock has fallen 30% from all-time highs due to missed earnings, uncertainty around the Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition, and rising debt concerns. However, technical indicators suggest oversold conditions with RSI at 29 and a bullish MACD crossover. The stock trades at its lowest P/E ratio in years, and analysts from Morgan Stanley and Wolfe Research maintain Buy ratings with $120 price targets, suggesting significant upside from current $90 levels. The article argues much of the downside is already priced in ahead of the upcoming earnings report.

NFLX - Despite recent 30% decline from highs and October earnings miss, technical indicators show oversold conditions (RSI 29, bullish MACD crossover), valuation is at multi-year lows, and multiple analysts maintain Buy ratings with $120 price targets implying 33% upside from $90. Strong historical track record of beating expectations and much of negative sentiment already priced in ahead of earnings.

#Netflix earnings #stock valuation #technical analysis #oversold conditions #Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition #analyst ratings #buy opportunity

American Express Sells Off as Markets Price Policy Risk Ahead of Details

Investing.com • Timothy Fries

American Express Sells Off as Markets Price Policy Risk Ahead of Details

01/12/2026 11:43 AM • American Express and other financial stocks tumbled following President Trump's announcement of a proposed 10% cap on credit card interest rates. AXP fell 5.03% to $356.75, while major banks and consumer finance companies experienced broader selloffs. Analysts warn the cap would severely hurt revenue and profits for credit card issuers, potentially forcing them to raise fees and reduce credit availability.

MA - Involved in joint venture for crypto-to-fiat payment card
AXP - Stock fell 5.03% following Trump's credit card interest rate cap announcement. Two-day loss exceeded 6%. While company has strong long-term performance, near-term prospects are uncertain due to regulatory risk.

#credit card interest rate cap #financial sector selloff #regulatory risk #Trump policy announcement #consumer finance impact

The Motley Fool • Jeremy Bowman

Why Upstart Stock Lost 29% in 2025

01/12/2026 11:34 AM • Upstart Holdings stock declined 29% in 2025 despite strong business fundamentals, including 79% revenue growth and a return to profitability through the first three quarters. The decline was driven by market concerns about rising credit risk, a weakening labor market, and increased auto loan delinquencies. While the company's AI models have held up and the business is stronger than in 2022, credit market fears overshadowed positive earnings results.

UPST - Stock fell 29% in 2025 due to market concerns about rising credit risk and weakening labor market conditions, despite strong underlying business growth (79% revenue increase) and return to profitability. The disconnect between fundamentals and stock performance reflects investor fears about future credit deterioration.

#fintech #AI model #credit risk #loan origination #labor market #auto delinquencies #profitability #volatility

Non-Woven Filter Media Market Size to Reach USD 14.32 Billion by 2033 Due to the Rising Need for Quality Filtration Solutions in Different Industries | SNS Insider

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sns Insider

Non-Woven Filter Media Market Size to Reach USD 14.32 Billion by 2033 Due to the Rising Need for Quality Filtration Solutions in Different Industries | SNS Insider

01/12/2026 11:00 AM • The global non-woven filter media market is projected to grow from USD 8.54 billion in 2025 to USD 14.32 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 6.70%. Growth is driven by increasing demand for high-efficiency filtration solutions across healthcare, HVAC, and industrial sectors, with Asia-Pacific leading at 45% of global production. Spunbond technology dominates with 38.60% market share, while meltblown and nano-fiber filters show fastest growth. Recent developments include Freudenberg Group's new product launch and the Berry Global-Glatfelter merger forming Magnera Corp.

WST - Specializes in injectable drug packaging and delivery systems, showing strategic focus in a growing market segment
KMB - Listed as major player in expanding non-woven filter media market with strong demand from healthcare sector, which leads with 31.50% market share.

#non-woven filter media #filtration solutions #market growth #healthcare #HVAC systems #air filtration #water treatment #Asia-Pacific #spunbond technology #meltblown

Endpoint Security Market Projected to Reach US$ 65.04 Billion by 2035 Amid Rising Cyber Threat Activity | Astute Analytica

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Astute Analytica

Endpoint Security Market Projected to Reach US$ 65.04 Billion by 2035 Amid Rising Cyber Threat Activity | Astute Analytica

01/12/2026 11:00 AM • The global endpoint security market is expected to grow from USD 21.90 billion in 2025 to USD 65.04 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of 11.5%, driven by escalating cyber threats (161 billion annually), workforce shortages, and enterprise adoption of AI-driven autonomous platforms and unified XDR solutions. Software solutions dominate with over 60% market share through subscription models, while large enterprises account for 65% of revenue due to regulatory compliance mandates.

CRWD - Highlighted as a market leader consolidating share through platformization; 64% of customers subscribe to 5+ modules; serves 29,000+ subscription customers with strong ARR growth

#endpoint security #cybersecurity #XDR platforms #AI-driven security #data breach costs #platformization #managed detection and response #zero-day vulnerabilities #cloud security #IoT security

$1.55 Bn Disease Registry Software Global Markets, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F: Shift to Value-based Care and Addressing Rare Diseases Offer Further Growth Avenues

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com

$1.55 Bn Disease Registry Software Global Markets, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F: Shift to Value-based Care and Addressing Rare Diseases Offer Further Growth Avenues

01/12/2026 11:00 AM • The disease registry software market is experiencing robust growth, expanding from $1.39 billion in 2024 to $1.55 billion in 2025 with an 11.2% CAGR through 2029. Growth drivers include rising chronic disease burden, increased clinical research, EHR adoption, and the shift toward value-based care and personalized medicine. Key developments include Health Catalyst's acquisition of Electronic Registry Systems and the launch of digital registries like the CONNECT-HCM Registry.

UNH - Listed as a leading market player in the growing disease registry software sector, positioned to benefit from market expansion projected at 11.2% CAGR through 2029.

#disease registry software #healthcare IT #personalized medicine #value-based care #electronic health records #clinical research #rare diseases #precision medicine #telehealth integration

Planet Labs Shares Jump Following 9-Figure Deal With Sweden

Benzinga • Dylan Berman

Planet Labs Shares Jump Following 9-Figure Deal With Sweden

01/12/2026 10:54 AM • Planet Labs announced a multi-year nine-figure satellite services agreement with Sweden's Armed Forces, marking its third major satellite services contract in 12 months. The company has now signed over $500 million in satellite services contracts in the past year, including deals with Japan and Germany. Planet Labs shares jumped approximately 6.69% on the news.

DD - Supplies critical materials like Tyvek® for sterile medical packaging applications
PL - The company secured a significant nine-figure multi-year contract with Sweden, representing its third major satellite services deal in 12 months. This demonstrates strong market demand for its services, validates its business model, and contributed to a 6.69% stock price increase. The cumulative $500 million in contracts over the past year signals sustained growth and confidence from government customers.

#satellite services #Sweden Armed Forces #space-based data #government contracts #national security #multi-year agreement #space technology

$15+ Bn Equipment Management Software Markets, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F: Growth Driven by Mobile-based Tracking and AI-driven Analytics, Along with a Strong Emphasis on Industry 4.0 Initiatives

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com

$15+ Bn Equipment Management Software Markets, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F: Growth Driven by Mobile-based Tracking and AI-driven Analytics, Along with a Strong Emphasis on Industry 4.0 Initiatives

01/12/2026 10:53 AM • The equipment management software market is experiencing robust growth, expanding from $9.52 billion in 2024 to a projected $15.06 billion by 2029 at a 9.5% CAGR. Growth is driven by cloud-based solutions, AI-driven analytics, mobile tracking technologies, and Industry 4.0 initiatives. North America currently dominates the market while Asia-Pacific shows the fastest growth trajectory.

GRRMY - Offers diverse packaging solutions including primary packaging and contract packaging services
MSFT - Listed as a major industry player pioneering AI-driven predictive analytics and IoT-enabled monitoring in the growing equipment management software market.

#equipment management software #cloud-based solutions #AI-driven analytics #Industry 4.0 #predictive maintenance #digital transformation #asset management #IoT monitoring

$3.44 Bn Quantum-Safe Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) Solution Markets, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F - Innovations in AI, Quantum Cryptography, and Zero-trust Architectures

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com

$3.44 Bn Quantum-Safe Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) Solution Markets, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F - Innovations in AI, Quantum Cryptography, and Zero-trust Architectures

01/12/2026 10:51 AM • The global quantum-safe SD-WAN market is experiencing rapid growth, expanding from $1.0 billion in 2024 to $1.28 billion in 2025, with projections reaching $3.44 billion by 2029 at a 28% CAGR. Growth is driven by increasing demand for secure networking solutions, quantum-resistant encryption adoption, cloud infrastructure expansion, and zero-trust architecture implementations. Key industry players are making strategic moves, including Fortinet's post-quantum cryptography updates and HPE's $13.4 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks to strengthen their secure, AI-driven networking capabilities.

CSCO - Listed as a leading market player in the rapidly growing quantum-safe SD-WAN sector, positioned to benefit from the 28% CAGR market expansion through 2029.

#quantum-safe SD-WAN #quantum cryptography #zero-trust architecture #secure networking #cloud infrastructure #post-quantum cryptography #network security #AI-driven network management

Fast-Tracking the $537B Cancer Cure: How Accelerated Approvals Reshaping Oncology in 2026

Benzinga • Prnewswire

Fast-Tracking the $537B Cancer Cure: How Accelerated Approvals Reshaping Oncology in 2026

01/12/2026 10:35 AM • The oncology landscape is experiencing rapid regulatory advancement as precision medicine and genomics expand significantly. Multiple biotech companies are advancing cancer therapies toward accelerated FDA approvals in 2026, with the precision medicine market projected to grow from $138.67 billion in 2026 to $537.17 billion by 2035. Key developments include Oncolytics' pelareorep showing strong response rates in anal cancer, CG Oncology's Phase 3 trial ahead of schedule, Zentalis advancing azenosertib in ovarian cancer, ArriVent initiating a pivotal Phase 3 study for firmonertinib, and PDS Biotechnology gaining FDA alignment on trial endpoints.

BNTX - Mentioned as previous employer of the newly appointed CTO
ONCY - Pelareorep demonstrated strong clinical efficacy with 29% objective response rate in third-line anal cancer (vs. historical 10% or less) and 30% in second-line setting. Planning registration-directed study with FDA Type C meeting in Q1 2026, positioning for potential accelerated approval in an unmet medical need indication.

#accelerated approval #oncology #precision medicine #immunotherapy #cancer treatment #FDA #clinical trials #biotech #drug development

Why Kratos Defense Stock Keeps Going Up Today

The Motley Fool • Rich Smith

Why Kratos Defense Stock Keeps Going Up Today

01/12/2026 10:30 AM • Kratos Defense stock rose 3.31% on January 12, 2026, as the company announced plans to build a new 40,000 square foot factory in Birmingham, Alabama to expand weapons production. The move aligns with President Trump's new defense policy calling for a $1.5 trillion defense budget expansion, contingent on defense contractors committing capital investments rather than dividends or buybacks. However, the analyst notes concerns about the stock's extremely high valuation at 800 times trailing earnings and lack of free cash flow.

KTOS - Stock gained 3.31% on announcement of new factory expansion aligned with Trump's defense spending priorities. Company is positioning itself favorably for increased defense contracts and government spending. However, sentiment is tempered by significant valuation concerns (800x trailing earnings) and lack of free cash flow.

#defense contractors #weapons production #Trump defense policy #capital investment #military drones #valuation concerns

Murphy USA CEO Sells $1.7 Million in Stock -- Here's What Investors Should Know

The Motley Fool • Jonathan Ponciano

Murphy USA CEO Sells $1.7 Million in Stock -- Here's What Investors Should Know

01/12/2026 10:30 AM • Murphy USA's President & CEO Malynda K West sold 4,051 shares worth approximately $1.7 million on January 7 through a net exercise of stock options. The transaction was executed under a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 plan adopted in August, indicating administrative rather than opportunistic timing. Despite the sale reducing direct holdings to 117,388 shares, West maintains a substantial $50 million stake. The company continues to demonstrate strong operational performance with robust cash flow, merchandise growth, and aggressive capital returns through stock buybacks and dividend increases.

BTMWW - Company is expanding its network, entering new retail locations, and showing growth momentum with strategic partnerships
MUSA - While the CEO's stock sale might appear negative on the surface, the article emphasizes that the transaction was pre-planned and administrative in nature under a Rule 10b5-1 plan. The CEO maintains substantial holdings ($50M), and the company demonstrates strong fundamentals with solid cash flow, merchandise growth, and consistent shareholder returns through buybacks and dividend increases. The sale does not indicate loss of confidence in the company.

#insider selling #stock options #net exercise #CEO stock sale #capital allocation #shareholder returns #Rule 10b5-1 plan