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Verrica Pharmaceuticals Announces First Patient Dosed in Phase 3 Program Evaluating YCANTH® (VP-102) for the Treatment of Common Warts

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na

Verrica Pharmaceuticals Announces First Patient Dosed in Phase 3 Program Evaluating YCANTH® (VP-102) for the Treatment of Common Warts

01/07/2026 08:00 AM • Verrica Pharmaceuticals announced the first patient dosing in a global Phase 3 clinical trial for YCANTH (VP-102) to treat common warts, a condition affecting approximately 22 million patients in the U.S. with no FDA-approved prescription therapies. The Phase 3 program is based on positive Phase 2 COVE-1 results showing 51% complete clearance of warts. Torii will fund approximately 90% of trial costs on a 50/50 cost-sharing basis, with Verrica's portion covered by future milestones and royalties from Japan.

GOOGL - Jumped nearly 5% to a record high after Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a $4.93 billion stake
VRCA - Company achieved significant clinical milestone with first patient dosed in Phase 3 trial for common warts, a large unmet medical need affecting 22 million U.S. patients. Positive Phase 2 data (51% complete clearance) supports advancement. Recent $50 million financing and debt repayment strengthen financial position. Partnership with Torii reduces financial burden with 90% cost coverage, positioning the company well for label expansion and commercial growth.

#YCANTH #VP-102 #Phase 3 clinical trial #common warts #dermatology #FDA approval #cantharidin #molluscum contagiosum #drug-device combination

BGB Group Acquires Hayden Consulting Group to Bolster Market Access and Patient Services

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Not Specified

BGB Group Acquires Hayden Consulting Group to Bolster Market Access and Patient Services

01/07/2026 08:00 AM • BGB Group announced the acquisition of Hayden Consulting Group, a market access and patient services consultancy. The combined entity will offer integrated commercial solutions spanning strategic advisory, market access, patient services, medical communications, and advertising across the pharmaceutical industry's full portfolio and brand lifecycles.

TPG - TPG is mentioned as a global alternative asset management firm that partnered with BGB Group, providing context for BGB's expansion strategy. No specific impact or sentiment drivers are mentioned regarding TPG.

#acquisition #market access #strategic advisory #biopharmaceutical #commercialization #patient services #reimbursement

SAB BIO Strengthens Board of Directors with Appointment of New Chair and New Director

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sab Biotherapeutics, Inc.

SAB BIO Strengthens Board of Directors with Appointment of New Chair and New Director

01/07/2026 08:00 AM • SAB Biotherapeutics announced the appointment of David Zaccardelli, Pharm.D. as Board Chair and Rita Jain, M.D. as an independent director, effective immediately. Zaccardelli brings over 20 years of biopharmaceutical executive experience, including leading the successful launch of Ohtuvayre® at Verona Pharma. Jain is a rheumatologist with two decades of experience in biopharmaceutical development and clinical strategy. Both appointments are intended to support the company's advancement of SAB-142, its lead candidate for Type 1 Diabetes treatment, through clinical development and potential commercialization.

RBSFY - Mentioned as an ancillary party to the anticompetitive allegations
SABS - The appointment of experienced executives with strong track records in biotech leadership and drug development signals confidence in the company's direction and potential. Zaccardelli's success with major product launches and Jain's expertise in autoimmune disease development strengthen the company's leadership for advancing SAB-142 through clinical trials and commercialization, indicating positive momentum for the company's growth trajectory.

#board appointments #Type 1 Diabetes #SAB-142 #clinical-stage biopharmaceutical #autoimmune disease #drug development #commercialization

Vocodia Announces Commitment Letter to Acquire a Majority of Privacy Pal LLC; Tech Industry Veteran Jason Melo to Serve as CEO

Benzinga • Globe Newswire

Vocodia Announces Commitment Letter to Acquire a Majority of Privacy Pal LLC; Tech Industry Veteran Jason Melo to Serve as CEO

01/07/2026 08:00 AM • Vocodia Holdings Corp (OTC:VHAI) announced a commitment letter to acquire 51% of Privacy Pal LLC, an AI privacy solution developer. Tech veteran Jason Melo will become CEO upon closing, while current CEO Brian Podolak transitions to Chief Visionary Officer. The acquisition aims to integrate Privacy Pal's data protection capabilities with Vocodia's conversational AI technology.

RBSFY - Jointly liable for the anticompetitive practices and financial sanctions
VHAI - Strategic acquisition of Privacy Pal strengthens product offerings by integrating advanced data protection with existing AI technology. Leadership transition to experienced tech executive Jason Melo with proven track record at major fintech and tech companies (Paxos, Node.js development) signals confidence in execution and scalability. Expansion into privacy-focused AI solutions addresses growing market demand.

#acquisition #AI privacy #leadership transition #Jason Melo #Privacy Pal #enterprise AI #data protection

Captivision Announces Additional Extensions Granted by Nasdaq and Receipt of Additional Determination Letter; Extension Enables Audit Completion to Regain Compliance and Strategic Acquisition to create Montana Gold Inc. (Nasdaq: MGI)

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Captivision Announces Additional Extensions Granted by Nasdaq and Receipt of Additional Determination Letter; Extension Enables Audit Completion to Regain Compliance and Strategic Acquisition to create Montana Gold Inc. (Nasdaq: MGI)

01/07/2026 08:00 AM • Captivision Inc. (Nasdaq: CAPT) announced that the Nasdaq Hearings Panel granted an extension to regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rules, with deadlines set for March 31, 2026 (2024 audited financials) and April 17, 2026 (first half 2025 results). The company also received a deficiency notice for non-filing of Form 6-K interim financial statements. Despite these compliance challenges, Captivision is proceeding with its planned transformative acquisition of Montana Tunnels Mining Inc., which will reposition the company as a gold mining company to be renamed Montana Gold Inc. (Nasdaq: MGI).

CAPT - The company is facing Nasdaq compliance issues, including failure to file required periodic financial reports and receiving deficiency notices. While the extension provides temporary relief, the repeated compliance failures and need for extensions indicate operational and governance challenges. The planned acquisition is positioned as transformative but remains contingent on successful completion.

#Nasdaq compliance #listing extension #audit deadline #Montana Tunnels Mining acquisition #gold mining #Montana Gold Inc. #financial reporting #Form 6-K

OSS Announces New Partnership with Leading U.S. Defense Prime to Develop Enhanced Integrated Vision System for U.S. Army

GlobeNewswire Inc. • One Stop Systems, Inc.

OSS Announces New Partnership with Leading U.S. Defense Prime to Develop Enhanced Integrated Vision System for U.S. Army

01/07/2026 08:00 AM • One Stop Systems (OSS) received a $1.2 million pre-production order from a major U.S. defense prime contractor to design and develop ruggedized integrated compute and visualization systems for U.S. Army combat vehicles. The order includes GPU-accelerated video/sensor concentrators and crew computers designed to provide 360-degree operational vision for various Army platforms including Stryker, Bradley, and Abrams vehicles.

RBSFY - Jointly fined despite being a former subsidiary, indicating potential historical compliance issues
OSS - OSS secured a $1.2 million order from a new top-tier defense prime contractor, representing expansion into next-generation Army vision and sensor programs. The company's hardware integration into a prime contractor's system validates its technical capabilities and positions it for larger production opportunities. CEO commentary emphasizes competitive advantages in TSN and PCIe-enabled systems.

#defense contracting #Army modernization #edge computing #sensor fusion #ruggedized systems #GPU acceleration #combat vehicles #situational awareness

Syndax and World Orphan Drug Alliance to Launch a Multi-Regional Managed Access Program, Expanding Access to Revuforj® (revumenib) Outside the U.S.

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Syndax and World Orphan Drug Alliance to Launch a Multi-Regional Managed Access Program, Expanding Access to Revuforj® (revumenib) Outside the U.S.

01/07/2026 07:00 AM • Syndax Pharmaceuticals and the World Orphan Drug Alliance announced a collaboration to expand access to Revuforj (revumenib), a first-in-class menin inhibitor, through a Managed Access Program in regions including parts of Eurasia, Central and Southeast Europe, Israel, the Middle East, Turkey, Latin America, and Africa where the drug is not yet commercially available.

RBSFY - Jointly fined with parent company Rubis and accused of participating in anti-competitive practices
SNDX - The announcement demonstrates strategic expansion of Revuforj's market reach beyond the U.S., enabling access in multiple regions and supporting long-term goals to establish the drug as a standard of care globally. This partnership with WODA enhances the company's mission and market penetration without requiring independent infrastructure development.

#managed access program #orphan drug #menin inhibitor #acute leukemia #global expansion #patient access #rare disease

OTC Markets Group Welcomes Bora Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. to OTCQX

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Otc Markets Group Inc.

OTC Markets Group Welcomes Bora Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. to OTCQX

01/07/2026 07:00 AM • Bora Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., a Taiwan-based contract development and manufacturing organization, has qualified to trade on OTCQX Best Market under the symbol 'BORAY,' becoming the first Taiwanese issuer on the platform. The company will maintain its primary listing in Taiwan while offering U.S. investors access through a Level 1 ADR program, expanding liquidity and capital markets access.

OTCM - The announcement highlights OTC Markets Group's expanding global reach with issuers from 38 countries and successful onboarding of a premier international pharmaceutical company, demonstrating the platform's growing attractiveness and market relevance.

#OTCQX #Bora Pharmaceuticals #Taiwan #CDMO #ADR #pharmaceutical #capital markets #cross-listing

Rumble and Tether Launch Crypto Wallet for Creator Economy

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na

Rumble and Tether Launch Crypto Wallet for Creator Economy

01/07/2026 07:00 AM • Rumble Inc. has launched the Rumble Wallet, a non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet integrated into its video platform, supporting USDT, XAUt, and BTC. Built on Tether's Wallet Development Kit, the wallet enables creators to receive direct crypto payments from audiences. MoonPay provides on- and off-ramp services for fiat-to-crypto conversions.

BAYRY - Identified as a key market player without specific performance indicators
RUM - Launch of Rumble Wallet represents significant product expansion and innovation, enabling new revenue streams through crypto-native payments and strengthening creator monetization capabilities without intermediaries.

#cryptocurrency wallet #non-custodial #stablecoin #creator payments #blockchain integration #decentralized finance

EyePoint Reports Corporate Update and Anticipated Pivotal Milestones for 2026

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Eyepoint, Inc.

EyePoint Reports Corporate Update and Anticipated Pivotal Milestones for 2026

01/07/2026 07:00 AM • EyePoint announced progress on its lead product DURAVYU (vorolanib intravitreal insert) with Phase 3 wet AMD trials on track for data readout beginning mid-2026 and Phase 3 DME program first patient dosing expected in Q1 2026. The company completed enrollment of over 900 patients across wet AMD trials in 7 months and has approximately $300 million in cash runway into Q4 2027.

OGN - Mentioned as a leading market company without specific growth or innovation details
EYPT - Company achieved rapid enrollment milestones (900+ patients in 7 months), secured $172.5 million in funding, has strong cash runway through Q4 2027, and is positioned as potentially first-to-market among investigational sustained delivery programs for wet AMD with data expected mid-2026. Independent DSMC recommended continuation without protocol modifications, indicating positive safety profile.

#DURAVYU #vorolanib #wet AMD #diabetic macular edema #Phase 3 trials #sustained delivery #tyrosine kinase inhibitor #clinical development #FDA approval

CECO Environmental Announces Upcoming Investor Conference

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CECO Environmental Announces Upcoming Investor Conference

01/07/2026 07:00 AM • CECO Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECO) announced that its management will participate in the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 14, 2026. The presentation will be available on the company's investor relations website.

CHD - Received FDA 510(k) clearance for new product and identified as a key market player
CECO - The article is a routine announcement of conference participation. While it demonstrates investor engagement and market visibility, there is no material business news, financial performance data, or strategic developments that would warrant a positive or negative sentiment. It is a standard corporate communication.

#investor conference #Needham Growth Conference #CECO Environmental #industrial solutions #environmental technology

ROCKWOOL A/S – transactions in connection with share buy-back programme

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Kim Junge Andersen

ROCKWOOL A/S – transactions in connection with share buy-back programme

01/07/2026 05:56 AM • ROCKWOOL A/S executed share buy-back transactions during 2-6 January 2026, purchasing 47,000 B shares at an average price of 223.35 DKK. The company has accumulated 4,155,500 B shares worth 1,078,156,546 DKK under its ongoing buy-back programme (7 February 2025 - 5 February 2026), with a maximum budget of 150 MEUR. ROCKWOOL now owns 4,602,356 B shares, representing 2.17% of total share capital.

TPB - Mentioned as top holding but no specific performance details provided
RCWBY - The company is actively executing its share buy-back programme, which typically signals management confidence in the company's valuation and financial health. Buy-back programmes are generally viewed positively as they can enhance shareholder value and demonstrate capital discipline. The consistent execution at stable prices (223.13-223.66 DKK) indicates orderly market activity.

#share buy-back #B shares #capital allocation #shareholder returns #Safe Harbour regulation

ROCKWOOL A/S – transaktioner i henhold til aktietilbagekøbsprogram

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Kim Junge Andersen

ROCKWOOL A/S – transaktioner i henhold til aktietilbagekøbsprogram

01/07/2026 05:56 AM • ROCKWOOL A/S has completed share purchases totaling DKK 10.5 million during January 2-6, 2026, as part of its ongoing EUR 150 million buy-back programme running through February 5, 2026. The company now owns 4,602,356 B-shares representing 2.17% of total share capital.

DAVEW - Mentioned as top holding but no specific performance details provided
RCWBY - The announcement is a routine update on an ongoing share buy-back programme with no indication of financial distress or exceptional performance. Share repurchases are standard capital allocation activities that are neither inherently positive nor negative without additional context regarding valuation or strategic rationale.

#share buy-back #B-shares #share repurchase #capital allocation #shareholder returns

Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. : Form 8.3 - UNITE GROUP PLC/THE - Ordinary Shares

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na

Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. : Form 8.3 - UNITE GROUP PLC/THE - Ordinary Shares

01/07/2026 05:41 AM • Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd. disclosed its position in UNITE Group PLC, holding 4,615,046 ordinary shares (0.94%) as of January 6, 2026. The disclosure includes recent purchases of 1,689 and 1,582 shares at prices of 5.5551 GBP and 5.5553 GBP respectively, plus a transfer in of 13,725 shares. Dimensional also made concurrent disclosures regarding Empiric Student Property PLC. No derivative positions or special arrangements were disclosed.

EPRCY - Empiric Student Property PLC is mentioned as subject to concurrent disclosure by Dimensional Fund Advisors, but no specific position details or dealings are provided in this article. Without substantive information, sentiment remains neutral.

#Form 8.3 #Takeover Code #position disclosure #share purchase #investment advisor

Brazil Colocation Data Center Portfolio Analysis Report/Database 2025-2029: The Landscape is Entering a High-growth Phase with Ascenty, Scala Data Centers, Equinix, and ODATA Leading

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com

Brazil Colocation Data Center Portfolio Analysis Report/Database 2025-2029: The Landscape is Entering a High-growth Phase with Ascenty, Scala Data Centers, Equinix, and ODATA Leading

01/07/2026 05:40 AM • Brazil's data center market is entering a high-growth phase with 34 upcoming projects expected to add over 2.8 GW of capacity by 2029, more than 2.5 times current operational capacity. Leading operators Ascenty, Scala Data Centers, Equinix, and ODATA are driving expansion, with planned white-floor area doubling from 4.62 million to 10.75 million sq. ft.

NVDA - Mentioned as the current dominant player in the data center industry that AMD is challenging
DLR - Identified as a leading operator in Brazil by total IT capacity with significant expansion projects contributing to the market's high-growth phase.

#Brazil data center market #colocation #capacity expansion #hyperscale #IT infrastructure #2.8 GW capacity addition #white-floor space

CubeSat Market Size to Surpass USD 1.98 Billion by 2033, at 18.34% CAGR | SNS Insider

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sns Insider

CubeSat Market Size to Surpass USD 1.98 Billion by 2033, at 18.34% CAGR | SNS Insider

01/07/2026 05:34 AM • The U.S. CubeSat market is projected to grow from USD 0.22 billion in 2025 to USD 0.82 billion by 2033, driven by increased government and defense spending, commercial adoption, and demand for low-cost satellite missions. The global market is valued at USD 0.52 billion in 2025 and expected to reach USD 1.98 billion by 2033 at an 18.34% CAGR. Growth is fueled by Earth observation applications and expanding commercial use cases, though limited payload capacity and power constraints present challenges.

PL - Secured a €240 million multi-year deal with German government in 2025, demonstrating strong commercial traction and government adoption of their satellite services.

#CubeSat market #satellite technology #Earth observation #government spending #commercial space #low-cost missions #Asia Pacific growth #North America dominance

Mexico Colocation Data Center Portfolio Analysis Report/Database 2025: Queretaro and Bajio Regions Continue to Lead Expansion with ODATA, Ascenty, KIO Networks and Equinix Leading

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com

Mexico Colocation Data Center Portfolio Analysis Report/Database 2025: Queretaro and Bajio Regions Continue to Lead Expansion with ODATA, Ascenty, KIO Networks and Equinix Leading

01/07/2026 05:33 AM • Mexico's data center market comprises 46 existing and 11 upcoming facilities, with the Querétaro and Bajío regions leading expansion. ODATA (Aligned Data Centers) dominates with over 40% of operational IT power, followed by Ascenty (Digital Realty), KIO Networks, and Equinix as major operators. The market is experiencing significant growth in capacity additions through 2029.

JNJ - Developing JNJ-1887 gene therapy with FDA Fast Track and EMA Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product designations
DLR - Listed as one of the leading data center operators in Mexico with significant presence in the expanding market

#Mexico data center market #colocation #Querétaro #Bajío region #IT infrastructure #capacity expansion #white-floor space

Mobileye Acquires Mentee Robotics In $900 Million Physical AI Bet

Benzinga • Lekha Gupta

Mobileye Acquires Mentee Robotics In $900 Million Physical AI Bet

01/07/2026 05:31 AM • Mobileye Global (NASDAQ: MBLY) stock surged 10.59% in premarket trading after announcing a $900 million acquisition of Mentee Robotics, an AI-first humanoid robotics company. The deal combines Mobileye's autonomous driving expertise with Mentee's humanoid robotics platform, positioning the company as a leader in physical AI. The announcement follows strong Q3 earnings and a major hands-free driving deal with a U.S. automaker.

MBLY - Stock rose 10.59% on announcement of strategic $900 million acquisition that expands into humanoid robotics, combined with strong Q3 earnings beat, raised FY2025 guidance, and major hands-free driving deal with a U.S. automaker. These developments position the company for growth in the physical AI market.

#Mobileye #acquisition #Mentee Robotics #physical AI #humanoid robotics #autonomous driving #stock surge #hands-free driving

DeFi Crypto Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Shares New Progress Update as Investor Base Expands Over 18,700

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Globe Newswire

DeFi Crypto Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Shares New Progress Update as Investor Base Expands Over 18,700

01/07/2026 05:00 AM • Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a decentralized lending protocol, has announced completion of a Halborn Security audit for its V1 protocol and reported continued presale progress with 18,750 holders and $19.6M raised. The project is preparing for Sepolia testnet deployment followed by mainnet launch, with plans for stablecoin and Layer-2 features in its broader roadmap.

WMT - Successful omnichannel strategy, competitive pricing, robust fulfillment network, loyal customer base, and 14% year-to-date stock performance
GLNK - Chainlink is mentioned as the planned oracle infrastructure provider for Mutuum Finance's price feeds. This is a standard technical integration choice rather than a partnership announcement, warranting neutral sentiment as it reflects normal protocol design rather than material business development.

#DeFi #lending protocol #decentralized finance #security audit #presale #testnet #stablecoin #Layer-2 #collateralized loans

Scenic Biotech Enters License and Research Agreement with Ono Pharmaceutical

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Unknown

Scenic Biotech Enters License and Research Agreement with Ono Pharmaceutical

01/07/2026 05:00 AM • Scenic Biotech announced a license and research agreement with Ono Pharmaceutical to utilize its Cell-Seq platform for discovering novel therapeutic targets. This marks Scenic's fourth major pharmaceutical collaboration, joining existing partnerships with Genentech, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Alnylam.

BMY - Mentioned only as an existing partner with no new developments announced in this article.

#Cell-Seq platform #modifier therapy #therapeutic targets #license agreement #drug discovery #genetic disorders

DISCO Pharmaceuticals Enters License Agreement to Advance Novel Cancer Surfaceome Targeted Therapies

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na

DISCO Pharmaceuticals Enters License Agreement to Advance Novel Cancer Surfaceome Targeted Therapies

01/07/2026 05:00 AM • DISCO Pharmaceuticals announced an exclusive license agreement with Amgen for a cancer cell surface target discovered using DISCO's proprietary surfaceome mapping technology. DISCO is eligible to receive up to $618 million in total potential deal value plus royalties, while Amgen receives exclusive global rights to develop and commercialize the resulting therapeutic programs.

CTSH - Already rolling out AI to clients and internally, positioned as an IT services firm with AI integration
AMGN - Amgen gained exclusive global rights to develop and commercialize novel cancer therapeutics from a validated technology platform, expanding their oncology pipeline with potentially differentiated bispecific ADCs and T-cell engagers for hard-to-treat tumors.

#surfaceome mapping #cancer therapeutics #bispecific antibodies #ADC (antibody-drug conjugates) #T-cell engagers #small cell lung cancer #colorectal cancer #licensing agreement

AnalystView Market Insights: Healthcare Virtual Assistant Market to Grow at a 35.08% CAGR Through 2032, Reaching US$ 29.63 Billion, Led by Nuance Communications, Microsoft, and Amazon.com

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Analystview Market Insights

AnalystView Market Insights: Healthcare Virtual Assistant Market to Grow at a 35.08% CAGR Through 2032, Reaching US$ 29.63 Billion, Led by Nuance Communications, Microsoft, and Amazon.com

01/07/2026 04:50 AM • The global healthcare virtual assistant market is projected to expand from US$ 1.81 billion in 2024 to US$ 29.63 billion by 2032, growing at a 35.08% CAGR. Growth is driven by AI advancements, healthcare workforce shortages, rising administrative costs, and increasing adoption across hospitals, clinics, and telehealth platforms. Key players include Nuance Communications, Microsoft, and Amazon.com.

MSFT - Named as a key market leader in healthcare virtual assistants with strong positioning to capitalize on the accelerating market growth driven by AI advancements and healthcare automation demand.

#healthcare virtual assistant #AI-powered healthcare #conversational AI #healthcare automation #digital health #telehealth #clinical workflows #patient engagement #healthcare efficiency #natural language processing

India B2C Ecommerce Market Report 2025-2029: Market Consolidates Around Conglomerates and Platforms - Reliance Retail, Tata Digital, Amazon India, Meesho, and ONDC Drive Scale and Seller Inclusion

GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com

India B2C Ecommerce Market Report 2025-2029: Market Consolidates Around Conglomerates and Platforms - Reliance Retail, Tata Digital, Amazon India, Meesho, and ONDC Drive Scale and Seller Inclusion

01/07/2026 04:50 AM • India's ecommerce market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2025 to 2029, reaching $172.90 billion by 2029. The market is consolidating around major conglomerates and platforms including Reliance Retail, Tata Digital, Amazon India, Meesho, and ONDC, with growth driven by digital infrastructure expansion, value-driven consumption, quick commerce adoption, and regulatory oversight shaping competitive dynamics.

TGT - Facing challenges from recent boycott, smaller market profile, but maintaining a curated shopping experience and popular store pickup program
AMZN - Remains a major player in electronics and consumer goods with strong logistics infrastructure; expanding local stores partnership and logistics capabilities, but facing intensified competition from quick commerce and value-driven platforms

#ecommerce market growth #India B2C #market consolidation #quick commerce #digital infrastructure #Tier-2/3 cities expansion #regulatory oversight #value-driven platforms #ONDC #logistics innovation

Chevron: What Dividend Investors Should Expect After the Latest Boom

Investing.com • Gurufocus

Chevron: What Dividend Investors Should Expect After the Latest Boom

01/07/2026 04:40 AM • Chevron achieved record dividend increases of 6-8% annually from 2022-2024 driven by high oil prices and strong upstream cash flows. However, with oil prices expected to average $55-60/barrel in 2026 and only moderately recover to ~$75/barrel by 2030, investors should expect more modest dividend growth of approximately 5% annually through 2030. The company's strategic focus on higher-return assets like Guyana operations could support 7-8% increases long-term if production costs fall below $30/barrel.

CVX - Chevron maintains a solid dividend history and strategic positioning in high-return assets like Guyana, but near-term dividend growth expectations are moderating from 6-8% to ~5% due to anticipated lower oil prices ($55-60/barrel in 2026). Long-term prospects remain positive if the company achieves its cost reduction targets, but near-term headwinds from oversupply and lower commodity prices create a balanced outlook.

#dividend growth #oil prices #upstream business #Chevron strategy #cash flow #Guyana operations #Permian Basin #energy sector

Dominion Energy: A Simpler, Cleaner Utility Emerging

Investing.com • Gurufocus

Dominion Energy: A Simpler, Cleaner Utility Emerging

01/07/2026 04:40 AM • Dominion Energy is undergoing a strategic transformation, divesting gas distribution businesses and focusing on Virginia's regulated electric utility operations. The company benefits from substantial data center-driven electricity demand growth and is executing a multi-year offshore wind project. With an 8% projected rate base CAGR through 2029, the company offers a 5% dividend yield and potential 6-8% EPS growth, supported by Virginia's favorable regulatory framework that enables timely cost recovery.

D - The company is executing a clear strategic transformation with observable fundamentals: divesting non-core assets, reducing leverage, and concentrating on Virginia's regulated electric utility with strong growth catalysts from data center demand. The 8% projected rate base CAGR, 5% dividend yield, and favorable regulatory framework support 6-8% EPS growth potential with reasonable valuation at low-teens P/E multiple.

#utility transformation #rate base growth #data center demand #offshore wind #dividend yield #regulated utility #deleveraging #Virginia regulation