2 days ago
Paris just got a dose of some extravagant lace-trimmed drama when Ciara arrived at the BoF Gala in a sheer black lacy dress that leaves little to the imagination. Her outfit blends delicate florals with a lingerie-inspired bodice, and the silhouette frames her baby **** p. With the cameras catching every angle, the singer shared her own verdict of the night online, calling it a "night to remember."
The BoF Gala took place at the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris on Saturday, October 3, during Paris Fashion Week. According to Business of Fashion, guests from more than 70 nationalities celebrated the Class of 2026, the newest additions to "the definitive index of people shaping the global fashion industry."
Fashion account Runway x Red Carpet identified Ciara's look as Dolce & Gabbana. The 40-year-old singer sported a black midi dress made of floral lace, with a see-through finish across the midsection and skirt. The fabric of the dress skims her baby **** p and falls to mid-calf length.
The bodice sets the tone of the look. A black satin top with fine lace trim and slim straps sits above the lace layers, and a darker underlayer appears at the hips. Moreover, the lingerie-inspired styling stays polished thanks to the midi length.
The "Level Up" singer let her accessories keep the focus on the dress. An oversized, sparkling cross necklace rested at her collarbone while a statement ring adorned her hand. Black pointed-toe pumps complete the outfit.
#singer #gala #OUTFIT #inspired
The BoF Gala took place at the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris on Saturday, October 3, during Paris Fashion Week. According to Business of Fashion, guests from more than 70 nationalities celebrated the Class of 2026, the newest additions to "the definitive index of people shaping the global fashion industry."
Fashion account Runway x Red Carpet identified Ciara's look as Dolce & Gabbana. The 40-year-old singer sported a black midi dress made of floral lace, with a see-through finish across the midsection and skirt. The fabric of the dress skims her baby **** p and falls to mid-calf length.
The bodice sets the tone of the look. A black satin top with fine lace trim and slim straps sits above the lace layers, and a darker underlayer appears at the hips. Moreover, the lingerie-inspired styling stays polished thanks to the midi length.
The "Level Up" singer let her accessories keep the focus on the dress. An oversized, sparkling cross necklace rested at her collarbone while a statement ring adorned her hand. Black pointed-toe pumps complete the outfit.
#singer #gala #OUTFIT #inspired
21 days ago
On September 8, United Natural Foods Inc. (NYSE:UNFI) announced its fourth quarter and full FY26 results. For the final quarter, the company posted an adjusted EBITDA of $172 million, which grew 48.3% compared to Q4 FY25. United's fourth quarter adjusted EPS of $0.69 took a sharp turn relative to a $0.11 adjusted loss per share for the same period last year. Cash flow from operating activities for the quarter stood at $197 million, along with free cash flow of $80 million.
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Amid a favorable customer mix and network optimizations, United delivered Q4 gross profit of $1,050 million, increasing marginally by 1.9% from the same period last year. This led to a gross margin of 13.7%, compared to 13.4% recorded in Q4 FY25. Cost-saving initiatives, which included efficient productivity through distribution centers and network optimizations, translated into lower operating expenses on a year-over-year basis. It helped United jump from an $87 million net loss for Q4 FY25 to a net income of $35 million during the recently concluded quarter.
For the complete fiscal year, the company delivered an adjusted EBITDA of $701 million, showcasing a 27% growth compared to FY25. Full-year adjusted EPS also climbed from $0.71 last year to $2.65. United generated FY26 operating cash flow of $540 million and free cash flow of $323 million.
Several encouraging operational developments took place during the fourth quarter. United initiated onboarding additional business from its existing customer base, as well as the new ones. Topline impact of such additions will be seen during FY27, once the broader optimization initiatives have cycled through. For its Lean Daily Management (LDM) program, the company concluded a preliminary rollout covering 44 distribution centers. This resulted in year-over-year enhancement in fill rates, throughput, and on-time deliveries, for four consecutive quarters.
#cash #flow #fourth #company
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Amid a favorable customer mix and network optimizations, United delivered Q4 gross profit of $1,050 million, increasing marginally by 1.9% from the same period last year. This led to a gross margin of 13.7%, compared to 13.4% recorded in Q4 FY25. Cost-saving initiatives, which included efficient productivity through distribution centers and network optimizations, translated into lower operating expenses on a year-over-year basis. It helped United jump from an $87 million net loss for Q4 FY25 to a net income of $35 million during the recently concluded quarter.
For the complete fiscal year, the company delivered an adjusted EBITDA of $701 million, showcasing a 27% growth compared to FY25. Full-year adjusted EPS also climbed from $0.71 last year to $2.65. United generated FY26 operating cash flow of $540 million and free cash flow of $323 million.
Several encouraging operational developments took place during the fourth quarter. United initiated onboarding additional business from its existing customer base, as well as the new ones. Topline impact of such additions will be seen during FY27, once the broader optimization initiatives have cycled through. For its Lean Daily Management (LDM) program, the company concluded a preliminary rollout covering 44 distribution centers. This resulted in year-over-year enhancement in fill rates, throughput, and on-time deliveries, for four consecutive quarters.
#cash #flow #fourth #company
23 days ago
CINCINNATI (AP) — Zac Taylor was still pleased on Monday after Cincinnati's 33-27 victory over Tampa Bay.
Yet for as well as the Bengals played in the opener, the eighth-year coach pointed out there was still plenty of room for improvement.
"The objective isn't to be your best team Week 1, it's to be your best team at the end of the season. So I just want to see that process continue to improve for us as we get ready for Houston," he said.
Taylor and the Bengals are also aware that fast starts aren't always an indicator of success, and that things can come undone very quickly. Cincinnati won its first two games last season, but then dropped eight of nine when Joe Burrow suffered a turf toe injury in Week 2.
The defense, which made four huge additions during the offseason, forced four turnovers, generated a 38.9% pressure rate and sacked the Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield four times despite having a blitz rate of 11.1%, tied for second lowest in Week 1.
#bengals #team
Yet for as well as the Bengals played in the opener, the eighth-year coach pointed out there was still plenty of room for improvement.
"The objective isn't to be your best team Week 1, it's to be your best team at the end of the season. So I just want to see that process continue to improve for us as we get ready for Houston," he said.
Taylor and the Bengals are also aware that fast starts aren't always an indicator of success, and that things can come undone very quickly. Cincinnati won its first two games last season, but then dropped eight of nine when Joe Burrow suffered a turf toe injury in Week 2.
The defense, which made four huge additions during the offseason, forced four turnovers, generated a 38.9% pressure rate and sacked the Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield four times despite having a blitz rate of 11.1%, tied for second lowest in Week 1.
#bengals #team
23 days ago
The Diamondbacks claimed outfielder Jesus Sanchez off waivers on Monday, Sept. 14, adding another left-handed bat to a position-player group that has struggled against right-handed pitching.
Sanchez, who is expected to join the team on Tuesday, Sept. 15, will not be eligible for the postseason, but general manager Mike Hazen said the club is looking to jump-start the offense against righties.
"It's been an area of struggle for us this year, and most of the internal guys that we have to call up, they're all right-handed," Hazen said. "I think the additions of Pavin (Smith) and now Jesus are a way for us to try to spark the offense a little bit from the left-handed side.
"We face all righties all the way through, pretty much, projecting it out — unless something changes — and so we're looking for any sparks that we can get."
Sanchez, 28, hit .260/.318/.416 with eight homers in 269 at-bats for the Toronto Blue Jays before being designated for ***** ignment on Friday, Sept. 11. He hit .276/.333/.448 against right-handed pitching.
#hazen
Sanchez, who is expected to join the team on Tuesday, Sept. 15, will not be eligible for the postseason, but general manager Mike Hazen said the club is looking to jump-start the offense against righties.
"It's been an area of struggle for us this year, and most of the internal guys that we have to call up, they're all right-handed," Hazen said. "I think the additions of Pavin (Smith) and now Jesus are a way for us to try to spark the offense a little bit from the left-handed side.
"We face all righties all the way through, pretty much, projecting it out — unless something changes — and so we're looking for any sparks that we can get."
Sanchez, 28, hit .260/.318/.416 with eight homers in 269 at-bats for the Toronto Blue Jays before being designated for ***** ignment on Friday, Sept. 11. He hit .276/.333/.448 against right-handed pitching.
#hazen
23 days ago
Cowboys rumors: ****** yst ponders Jerry Jones making Maxx Crosby trade after disappointing Week 1 opener appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
As the Dallas Cowboys hype has died down after the Week 1 loss to the New York Giants on Sunday night, 28-20, there is still a whole season for the team to reach the aspirations it's gunning for in 2026. After the Cowboys' Week 1 debacle against the Giants, one NFL ****** yst speculates what the team could look to do regarding additions, mentioning star Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders.
Speaking on CBS Sports, Pete Prisco spoke about the issues Dallas had in the loss to New York, as the defense was a letdown, as it was many times last season. He mentioned how Jerry Jones has teased a big splash move, with one that makes sense being Crosby, a pass-rusher that could immediately impact the Cowboys.
"As bad as they played at times, they got it within one score," Prisco said. "You got to get off the field, and that goes to my next part of this. Jerry Jones hinted last week on a radio show that they're not done, that they might make a big splash move, and so what would be the splash move before the trade deadline?"
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#dallas
As the Dallas Cowboys hype has died down after the Week 1 loss to the New York Giants on Sunday night, 28-20, there is still a whole season for the team to reach the aspirations it's gunning for in 2026. After the Cowboys' Week 1 debacle against the Giants, one NFL ****** yst speculates what the team could look to do regarding additions, mentioning star Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders.
Speaking on CBS Sports, Pete Prisco spoke about the issues Dallas had in the loss to New York, as the defense was a letdown, as it was many times last season. He mentioned how Jerry Jones has teased a big splash move, with one that makes sense being Crosby, a pass-rusher that could immediately impact the Cowboys.
"As bad as they played at times, they got it within one score," Prisco said. "You got to get off the field, and that goes to my next part of this. Jerry Jones hinted last week on a radio show that they're not done, that they might make a big splash move, and so what would be the splash move before the trade deadline?"
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#dallas
23 days ago
The 2026-27 season is quickly approaching for the Philadelphia 76ers as they have their eyes on ending a long ***** le drought after the big additions made in the offseason. The Sixers will field one of the more talented rosters in the league and will look to get to the mountaintop in 2027.
It's now time to look ahead to the new season and time to break down each position for the Sixers in an effort to preview what the season might look like. Sixers Wire will look at the centers now and take a look at what the Sixers bring to the table at the position:
Sure, the Sixers have some shiny new players in Jaylen Brown and LeBron James, but all of this still comes down to the health of Joel Embiid. The big fella is still a dominant player when he can get on the floor as evidenced by his 26.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 3.9 ***** ists he averaged in 38 games in the 2025-26 season. Embiid being able to return early from an appendectomy completely changed that Round 1 series with Boston when the Sixers rallied from a 3-1 deficit. He averaged 28.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 7.0 ***** ists in Round 1 against the Celtics as he spurred the rally for Philadelphia.
When Embiid is right, there aren't many players in the league who can slow him down. He has lost a step defensively as a result of the injuries and surgeries he's had to undergo has robbed him of a lot of speed and athleticism, but Embiid is so smart and able to find new ways to be effective on defense. He is still one of the top players in the game and should be treated as such. If he's right and healthy, the Sixers take an even bigger leap forward.
The Sixers will rely on third-year big man Adem Bona as they did in the 2025-26 season. He averaged 4.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks as he was able to establish himself in coach Nick Nurse's rotation. He will have competition, though, as the Sixers did add bouncy Ariel Hukporti early in free agency. Also, in his third season, Hukporti will look to find an opportunity in Philadelphia.
#look #still
It's now time to look ahead to the new season and time to break down each position for the Sixers in an effort to preview what the season might look like. Sixers Wire will look at the centers now and take a look at what the Sixers bring to the table at the position:
Sure, the Sixers have some shiny new players in Jaylen Brown and LeBron James, but all of this still comes down to the health of Joel Embiid. The big fella is still a dominant player when he can get on the floor as evidenced by his 26.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 3.9 ***** ists he averaged in 38 games in the 2025-26 season. Embiid being able to return early from an appendectomy completely changed that Round 1 series with Boston when the Sixers rallied from a 3-1 deficit. He averaged 28.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 7.0 ***** ists in Round 1 against the Celtics as he spurred the rally for Philadelphia.
When Embiid is right, there aren't many players in the league who can slow him down. He has lost a step defensively as a result of the injuries and surgeries he's had to undergo has robbed him of a lot of speed and athleticism, but Embiid is so smart and able to find new ways to be effective on defense. He is still one of the top players in the game and should be treated as such. If he's right and healthy, the Sixers take an even bigger leap forward.
The Sixers will rely on third-year big man Adem Bona as they did in the 2025-26 season. He averaged 4.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks as he was able to establish himself in coach Nick Nurse's rotation. He will have competition, though, as the Sixers did add bouncy Ariel Hukporti early in free agency. Also, in his third season, Hukporti will look to find an opportunity in Philadelphia.
#look #still
25 days ago
Do the Chiefs play today? Schedule, time, channel for next Kansas City football game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Chiefs will start the 2026-27 regular season in prime time, with a Week 1 matchup against the Broncos on Monday Night Football.
Kansas City is entering this season with a better outlook, and hopefully with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes finally back on the field after a brutal ACL tear in December. The Chiefs won't be able to ease into the regular season, though, facing a strong AFC West rival right off the bat.
Luckily, Andy Reid made some moves in the offseason to keep the roster fresh. Steve Spagnuolo bolstered his defense with a few namely additions, including cornerback Mansoor Delane and edge R Mason Thomas. And of course, Travis Kelce is returning to Arrowhead, although it could be his last season for the legacy franchise.
What's next for Kansas City? The Sporting News has all the details on the Chiefs' next game.
#sporting #next #Football #game
The Chiefs will start the 2026-27 regular season in prime time, with a Week 1 matchup against the Broncos on Monday Night Football.
Kansas City is entering this season with a better outlook, and hopefully with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes finally back on the field after a brutal ACL tear in December. The Chiefs won't be able to ease into the regular season, though, facing a strong AFC West rival right off the bat.
Luckily, Andy Reid made some moves in the offseason to keep the roster fresh. Steve Spagnuolo bolstered his defense with a few namely additions, including cornerback Mansoor Delane and edge R Mason Thomas. And of course, Travis Kelce is returning to Arrowhead, although it could be his last season for the legacy franchise.
What's next for Kansas City? The Sporting News has all the details on the Chiefs' next game.
#sporting #next #Football #game
25 days ago
Navan Inc. (NASDAQ:NAVN), a global AI-enabled business travel and expense management solutions provider, announced its second quarter results on September 9. The company registered a 45% growth in its gross booking volume (GBV), which reached more than $3 billion. Such growth was fueled by cohort expansion, customer additions and increase in its existing install base. Total revenue for the quarter was $233 million, representing a 35% year-over-year jump. The company's adjusted operating income more than doubled compared to Q2 FY26, and the quarter also saw positive cash flow generation.
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Navan delivered robust performance during the recently concluded quarter, driven by a 35% increase in usage revenue which clocked in at $211 million. Subscription revenue was also up 39%, reaching $21 million. Apart from the 45% GBV expansion, a 34% growth was witnessed in Q2 Payment Volume which stood at $1.3 billion. One of the highlights of this quarter was a turnaround in adjusted net income, which jumped from an $8 million loss in Q2 FY26 to a $14 million profit for the reported period.
Enterprise market momentum remained persistent during the period, as the company established partnerships with leading names such as Evotec, Enbridge, ****** mins, and Ingersoll Rand. Significant progress was made around the Navan's proprietary AI agent, Ava, which managed roughly 60% of the total customer interactions. More than 50% of AI calls are now being managed through the company's in-house AI models, compared to 30% for the previous quarter.
Additionally, the company finalized its acquisition of a leading travel management business, Smartrips. This will enable Navan to expand its presence within the swiftly expanding Latin American market. Navan also acquired an AI-led meetings and events management platform, BoomPop.
#volume
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Navan delivered robust performance during the recently concluded quarter, driven by a 35% increase in usage revenue which clocked in at $211 million. Subscription revenue was also up 39%, reaching $21 million. Apart from the 45% GBV expansion, a 34% growth was witnessed in Q2 Payment Volume which stood at $1.3 billion. One of the highlights of this quarter was a turnaround in adjusted net income, which jumped from an $8 million loss in Q2 FY26 to a $14 million profit for the reported period.
Enterprise market momentum remained persistent during the period, as the company established partnerships with leading names such as Evotec, Enbridge, ****** mins, and Ingersoll Rand. Significant progress was made around the Navan's proprietary AI agent, Ava, which managed roughly 60% of the total customer interactions. More than 50% of AI calls are now being managed through the company's in-house AI models, compared to 30% for the previous quarter.
Additionally, the company finalized its acquisition of a leading travel management business, Smartrips. This will enable Navan to expand its presence within the swiftly expanding Latin American market. Navan also acquired an AI-led meetings and events management platform, BoomPop.
#volume
25 days ago
Cathie Wood just made a massive bet on Rocket Lab (RKLB), buying more than 700,000 shares as the ******* e stock continues to reel from a sharp selloff.
Last week, Ark Invest purchased more than 705,000 shares of Rocket Lab, with the transactions worth roughly $45 million. That makes the ******* e company one of Ark's biggest disclosed additions by value during the period and puts Wood firmly on the bullish side of the debate surrounding RKLB stock.
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#Stock #time
Last week, Ark Invest purchased more than 705,000 shares of Rocket Lab, with the transactions worth roughly $45 million. That makes the ******* e company one of Ark's biggest disclosed additions by value during the period and puts Wood firmly on the bullish side of the debate surrounding RKLB stock.
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#Stock #time
25 days ago
As the Buffalo Bills prepare for the 2026 NFL season, Bills Wire will take a look at the most important contributors on their roster. The team has some cornerstone players who will be returning for another shot at bringing a Lombardi Trophy to Buffalo, and they'll have help from some new additions as well.
Leading up to the season, we will be counting down the top-30 most important players on the roster. We'll recap their 2025 season, look ahead to what they'll offer in 2026, and tackle the most pressing questions surrounding them this coming year.
Next on the countdown is Spencer Brown.
Position: Tackle
Age at start of season: 28
#season #tackle #roster #players
Leading up to the season, we will be counting down the top-30 most important players on the roster. We'll recap their 2025 season, look ahead to what they'll offer in 2026, and tackle the most pressing questions surrounding them this coming year.
Next on the countdown is Spencer Brown.
Position: Tackle
Age at start of season: 28
#season #tackle #roster #players
25 days ago
The Dallas Cowboys enter the 2026 NFL season as one of the league's most interesting teams. They failed to even make the playoffs last season, but after a great offseason, many have the belief that the team can end their 30-year drought to win the Super Bowl this season.
Last season, the Cowboys' offence was exciting and forced many to believe it was among the best in the league.
This was due to Dak Prescott, George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb leading the way on the offense. However, their defence was equally bad, conceding 30.1 points per game.
Owner Jerry Jones promised to revamp the defence, and as part of that, the likes of Quinnen Williams, Rashan Gary, and Von Miller were brought to the team. They also drafted Ohio State player Caleb Downs, and with these additions, many believed the Cowboys could be contenders.
However, Skip Bayless is not one of them, and he has his reason as to why.
#cowboys #many #defence #dallas
Last season, the Cowboys' offence was exciting and forced many to believe it was among the best in the league.
This was due to Dak Prescott, George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb leading the way on the offense. However, their defence was equally bad, conceding 30.1 points per game.
Owner Jerry Jones promised to revamp the defence, and as part of that, the likes of Quinnen Williams, Rashan Gary, and Von Miller were brought to the team. They also drafted Ohio State player Caleb Downs, and with these additions, many believed the Cowboys could be contenders.
However, Skip Bayless is not one of them, and he has his reason as to why.
#cowboys #many #defence #dallas
25 days ago
After nearly two decades of head coach Mike Tomlin, the Pittsburgh Steelers are starting over with new head coach Mike McCarthy, a whole new system and several new starters. Optimism is high and fans feel like there's been a new energy with the team and so let's offer up our own bold predictions for the upcoming season.
We aren't ready to name the two players but between the team's three big edge defenders and defensive linemen Cam Heyward and Derrick Harmon, we predict the Steelers to get at least two players with 10+ sacks.
Time is almost out for Joey Porter Jr. to agree to terms on a contract with the Steelers but we predict Porter Jr. still plays in 2026, even if it is on his rookie contract.
Between Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle, the Steelers have a very good two-headed running back attack. And while we think the run game will be effective, we don't see either player eclipsing 1,000 rushing yards individually.
With the team's new additions, we predict DK Metcalf will reap the benefits with his best season. Metcalf's career high in receptions is 90 and his receiving yards are 1,303. We predict Metcalf tops both this season.
#season #mike #players
We aren't ready to name the two players but between the team's three big edge defenders and defensive linemen Cam Heyward and Derrick Harmon, we predict the Steelers to get at least two players with 10+ sacks.
Time is almost out for Joey Porter Jr. to agree to terms on a contract with the Steelers but we predict Porter Jr. still plays in 2026, even if it is on his rookie contract.
Between Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle, the Steelers have a very good two-headed running back attack. And while we think the run game will be effective, we don't see either player eclipsing 1,000 rushing yards individually.
With the team's new additions, we predict DK Metcalf will reap the benefits with his best season. Metcalf's career high in receptions is 90 and his receiving yards are 1,303. We predict Metcalf tops both this season.
#season #mike #players
25 days ago
CBS Sports ******* yst Garrett Podell put together his bold predictions for Week 1 of the 2026 season, one of which centers around the Jacksonville Jaguars' run defense -- and not in a positive way.
Podell made four bold Week 1 predictions, one of which is that Cleveland Browns' running back Quinshon Judkins rushes for over 75 yards against the Jaguars' defense.
"Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins ran for 827 yards as a rookie in 2025 despite the corpse of Joe Flacco, third-round rookie Dillon Gabriel and fifth-round rookie Shedeur Sanders all starting at quarterback last season," wrote Podell. "He's used to facing loaded boxes and opponents going all out to take away his production."
Of course, what makes this prediction bold is that the Jaguars boasted the top run defense unit in football last season.
A second offseason in Anthony Campanile's scheme, along with no significant losses this offseason, a few new rookie additions, and second-year players BJ Green and Danny Striggow making potential jumps, are all reasons to believe that this unit can once again be quite good.
#podell #quinshon
Podell made four bold Week 1 predictions, one of which is that Cleveland Browns' running back Quinshon Judkins rushes for over 75 yards against the Jaguars' defense.
"Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins ran for 827 yards as a rookie in 2025 despite the corpse of Joe Flacco, third-round rookie Dillon Gabriel and fifth-round rookie Shedeur Sanders all starting at quarterback last season," wrote Podell. "He's used to facing loaded boxes and opponents going all out to take away his production."
Of course, what makes this prediction bold is that the Jaguars boasted the top run defense unit in football last season.
A second offseason in Anthony Campanile's scheme, along with no significant losses this offseason, a few new rookie additions, and second-year players BJ Green and Danny Striggow making potential jumps, are all reasons to believe that this unit can once again be quite good.
#podell #quinshon
26 days ago
Kylie Jenner showcased her new yellow gold diamond earrings and matching ring in an Instagram post
The beauty mogul recently shared updates on her Hidden Hills property, purchased in 2020
Jenner revealed plans for her dream home, including a gym, spa, outdoor dining area and pizza oven
Kylie Jenner is showing off the latest additions to her jewelry collection!
On Thursday, Sept. 10, the beauty mogul, 29, shared close-up photos and videos on Instagram of her sweeping her hair to the side to reveal a new earring stack on each ear.
#shared #hidden #sept
The beauty mogul recently shared updates on her Hidden Hills property, purchased in 2020
Jenner revealed plans for her dream home, including a gym, spa, outdoor dining area and pizza oven
Kylie Jenner is showing off the latest additions to her jewelry collection!
On Thursday, Sept. 10, the beauty mogul, 29, shared close-up photos and videos on Instagram of her sweeping her hair to the side to reveal a new earring stack on each ear.
#shared #hidden #sept
26 days ago
The Green Bay Packers have become the NFC's Baltimore Ravens under head coach Matt LaFleur. They've found a way to stack winning regular seasons around an electric quarterback. Then, they crumble into powder in the postseason.
LaFleur is 76-40-1 in Weeks 1-18 and 3-6 in win-or-go-home playoff games. Jordan Love has advanced beyond the Wild Card round only once. His most recent postseason start saw a 21-3 halftime lead become a 31-27 Chicago Bears victory.
That leaves plenty to prove in 2026 and a roster loaded with holes. Wideouts Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks have departed. Josh Jacobs is on the exempt list as the league sorts out the domestic violence charges against him. Micah Parsons will miss at least the first four weeks of the season as he recovers from a torn ACL.
This year's Packers look like a diminished version of the one that stalked the NFC North in years past. What comes next?
Several new additions will have larger roles for the Packers, including linebacker Zaire Franklin and second round rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse. None may be able to provide more peace of mind than Smack if he can live up to his draft status.
#packers #become #postseason
LaFleur is 76-40-1 in Weeks 1-18 and 3-6 in win-or-go-home playoff games. Jordan Love has advanced beyond the Wild Card round only once. His most recent postseason start saw a 21-3 halftime lead become a 31-27 Chicago Bears victory.
That leaves plenty to prove in 2026 and a roster loaded with holes. Wideouts Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks have departed. Josh Jacobs is on the exempt list as the league sorts out the domestic violence charges against him. Micah Parsons will miss at least the first four weeks of the season as he recovers from a torn ACL.
This year's Packers look like a diminished version of the one that stalked the NFC North in years past. What comes next?
Several new additions will have larger roles for the Packers, including linebacker Zaire Franklin and second round rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse. None may be able to provide more peace of mind than Smack if he can live up to his draft status.
#packers #become #postseason
26 days ago
Braze Inc. (NASDAQ:BRZE) turned in a strong second quarter. The reputed customer engagement platform showcased continued momentum across both its product strategy and financial performance. The company generated topline figure of $227.2 million, an impressive 26.2% increase compared to the same period last year. This revenue growth was fueled by upselling gains, customer additions and renewals. The company posted $24.2 million in cash flow from operating activities, a monumental growth relative to $7 million in the same period a year ago. This was paired with $21.7 million in free cash flow, against $3.5 million during Q2 FY26.
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The quarter brought several meaningful strategic moves. Braze broadened its BrazeAI Operator tool, which allows users to build new Canvas steps straight from conversational prompts. The company also signed a three-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to support collaborative co-selling and go-to-market initiatives. The arrangement will incentivize AWS sellers for integrating Braze within their accounts.
For the latest quarter, subscription revenue jumped to $207.7 million from $171.8 million a year prior, while professional services and other revenue more than doubled, reaching $19.6 million. Dollar-based net retention among larger accounts, defined as those with annual recurring revenue of $500,000 or more, edged up to 112% in comparison to 111% a year earlier. Profitability metrics improved considerably as well, with adjusted operating income jumping to $22 million from $6 million, and adjusted diluted EPS increasing from $0.15 to $0.19.
Management cited growing demand for measurable return on investment as the primary force behind faster uptake of Braze's AI product lineup, which includes BrazeAI Operator, BrazeAI Agent Console, and BrazeAI Decisioning Studio.
#revenue
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The quarter brought several meaningful strategic moves. Braze broadened its BrazeAI Operator tool, which allows users to build new Canvas steps straight from conversational prompts. The company also signed a three-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to support collaborative co-selling and go-to-market initiatives. The arrangement will incentivize AWS sellers for integrating Braze within their accounts.
For the latest quarter, subscription revenue jumped to $207.7 million from $171.8 million a year prior, while professional services and other revenue more than doubled, reaching $19.6 million. Dollar-based net retention among larger accounts, defined as those with annual recurring revenue of $500,000 or more, edged up to 112% in comparison to 111% a year earlier. Profitability metrics improved considerably as well, with adjusted operating income jumping to $22 million from $6 million, and adjusted diluted EPS increasing from $0.15 to $0.19.
Management cited growing demand for measurable return on investment as the primary force behind faster uptake of Braze's AI product lineup, which includes BrazeAI Operator, BrazeAI Agent Console, and BrazeAI Decisioning Studio.
#revenue
26 days ago
When Cathie Wood makes a move, Wall Street tends to pay attention. Her trades have become something of a market signal, especially when they involve the high-growth themes she has consistently backed. And in September, that shopping list included a little bit of everything — ****** e, fintech, crypto and biotechnology — while ARK Investment Management trimmed several large technology and healthcare positions.
In fintech, ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) has been steadily adding to its Robinhood Markets (HOOD) bet. On Sept. 4, the fund bought 28,589 HOOD shares worth roughly $3.5 million, just a day after the stock jumped 16.6%. ARK then returned to the checkout counter on Sept. 8, purchasing another $3.3 million worth of Robinhood's shares. The buying reflects growing optimism around Robinhood's prediction markets, banking, and crypto businesses. The additions have also pushed HOOD into ARKK's top 10 holdings, with a 4.17% portfolio weight.
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In fintech, ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) has been steadily adding to its Robinhood Markets (HOOD) bet. On Sept. 4, the fund bought 28,589 HOOD shares worth roughly $3.5 million, just a day after the stock jumped 16.6%. ARK then returned to the checkout counter on Sept. 8, purchasing another $3.3 million worth of Robinhood's shares. The buying reflects growing optimism around Robinhood's prediction markets, banking, and crypto businesses. The additions have also pushed HOOD into ARKK's top 10 holdings, with a 4.17% portfolio weight.
'Not Tens Of Billions, But Tens Of Trillions': Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Says AI Is Like the New Electricity and the Scale Is Unlike Any Tech in History
What It Means for MSFT Stock Investors as Microsoft Switches to 2 Business Segments
RKLB Stock Jumps as Rocket Lab Debuts New Solar Cell for ****** e
#Stock #sept #markets #worth
27 days ago
Liverpool still have a lot of work that needs to be done on their team.
The Anfield outfit's depth outside of their starting XI isn't the best with players such as Lewis Koumas and Trey Nyoni taking up prominent places in their squad.
Indeed, the fact that youngsters are being used as regular first-team players is obviously a breath of fresh air from Arne Slot's time in charge of the club but, for a team of Liverpool's calibre, they shouldn't have to be relying on players such as Koumas to play regular roles.
In the future, he could obviously come good and meet his potential but, at the moment, it's not ideal for the Reds to be using him week-in and week-out.
Obviously, some additions need to be made to Liverpool's attack before they're on the same level as some of their ***** le rivals but, there are also other areas among their ranks that could do with another upgrade or two.
#obviously
The Anfield outfit's depth outside of their starting XI isn't the best with players such as Lewis Koumas and Trey Nyoni taking up prominent places in their squad.
Indeed, the fact that youngsters are being used as regular first-team players is obviously a breath of fresh air from Arne Slot's time in charge of the club but, for a team of Liverpool's calibre, they shouldn't have to be relying on players such as Koumas to play regular roles.
In the future, he could obviously come good and meet his potential but, at the moment, it's not ideal for the Reds to be using him week-in and week-out.
Obviously, some additions need to be made to Liverpool's attack before they're on the same level as some of their ***** le rivals but, there are also other areas among their ranks that could do with another upgrade or two.
#obviously
27 days ago
Cornerback DJ Turner was added to the Bengals injury report on Thursday.
The team listed Turner as a limited participant due to a hamstring injury. Mid-week additions to the report can foreshadow a Sunday absence and the team's Friday report will show if there's reason to worry about Turner missing the matchup with the Buccaneers.
Defensive linemen Jonathan Allen and B.J. Hill took rest days on Thursday.
Wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase (knee) and Tee Higgins (foot) remained full participants and both players are on track to play in the opener. Head coach Zac Taylor was less certain about defensive end Shemar Stewart (knee), but he was also able to get in a full session for the second day in a row.
#turner #sunday
The team listed Turner as a limited participant due to a hamstring injury. Mid-week additions to the report can foreshadow a Sunday absence and the team's Friday report will show if there's reason to worry about Turner missing the matchup with the Buccaneers.
Defensive linemen Jonathan Allen and B.J. Hill took rest days on Thursday.
Wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase (knee) and Tee Higgins (foot) remained full participants and both players are on track to play in the opener. Head coach Zac Taylor was less certain about defensive end Shemar Stewart (knee), but he was also able to get in a full session for the second day in a row.
#turner #sunday
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As the Buffalo Bills prepare for the 2026 NFL season, Bills Wire will take a look at the most important contributors on their roster. The team has some cornerstone players who will be returning for another shot at bringing a Lombardi Trophy to Buffalo, and they'll have help from some new additions as well.
Leading up to the season, we will be counting down the top-30 most important players on the roster. We'll recap their 2025 season, look ahead to what they'll offer in 2026, and tackle the most pressing questions surrounding them this coming year.
Next on the countdown is James Cook.
Position: Running back
Age at start of season: 26
#bills #players
Leading up to the season, we will be counting down the top-30 most important players on the roster. We'll recap their 2025 season, look ahead to what they'll offer in 2026, and tackle the most pressing questions surrounding them this coming year.
Next on the countdown is James Cook.
Position: Running back
Age at start of season: 26
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Ahead of the Cincinnati Bengals' season opener on Sunday, Sept. 13, Paycor Stadium introduced a slate of new food and beverage options, including a seafood tower, Mazunte walking tacos, a double smash cheeseburger and oversized ice cream sundaes.
Christopher Revercomb, senior executive chef for Aramark Sports + Entertainment, which oversees food service at Paycor Stadium, said the goal is to balance traditional game-day favorites with upscale offerings. The menu is shaped by fan feedback, sales data and emerging food trends.
PHOTOS: Cincinnati Bengals show new food options for this season at Paycor Stadium
We try to keep it fresh and listen to what the fans want," Revercomb said.
Among the new concession stand additions are Penn Station cheesesteaks, Lee's Famous Recipe chicken tenders and potato wedges, and Mazunte walking tacos. The tacos are available with chicken or ground beef and topped with queso fundido, black bean puree, pickled red onions, pico de gallo and cilantro.
#Food #revercomb
Christopher Revercomb, senior executive chef for Aramark Sports + Entertainment, which oversees food service at Paycor Stadium, said the goal is to balance traditional game-day favorites with upscale offerings. The menu is shaped by fan feedback, sales data and emerging food trends.
PHOTOS: Cincinnati Bengals show new food options for this season at Paycor Stadium
We try to keep it fresh and listen to what the fans want," Revercomb said.
Among the new concession stand additions are Penn Station cheesesteaks, Lee's Famous Recipe chicken tenders and potato wedges, and Mazunte walking tacos. The tacos are available with chicken or ground beef and topped with queso fundido, black bean puree, pickled red onions, pico de gallo and cilantro.
#Food #revercomb
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27 days ago
Data centers will need a lot more electricity. That's the takeaway from Goldman Sachs research published Sept. 1, 2026, which estimates U.S. data center power demand could approach 108 gigawatts by 2030.
That surge creates opportunities not only for utilities that deliver power to the grid, like American Electric Power (NASDAQ: AEP), but also for companies that manage power and heat inside the data center, like Vertiv (NYSE: VRT). Here's how these industrials stocks can help you profit from the artificial intelligence (AI) power boom.
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American Electric Power is one of the country's leading utilities, serving millions of customers across 11 states. It also operates the largest transmission network, which puts it in a prime spot to capture rising demand from data centers for more high-voltage lines and additional power supply.
AEP now has 69 gigawatts of contracted load additions through 2030, up from 63 gigawatts disclosed in the first quarter. That increase highlights growing customer commitments and supports the case that data center demand is durable.
#power #flashing
That surge creates opportunities not only for utilities that deliver power to the grid, like American Electric Power (NASDAQ: AEP), but also for companies that manage power and heat inside the data center, like Vertiv (NYSE: VRT). Here's how these industrials stocks can help you profit from the artificial intelligence (AI) power boom.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
American Electric Power is one of the country's leading utilities, serving millions of customers across 11 states. It also operates the largest transmission network, which puts it in a prime spot to capture rising demand from data centers for more high-voltage lines and additional power supply.
AEP now has 69 gigawatts of contracted load additions through 2030, up from 63 gigawatts disclosed in the first quarter. That increase highlights growing customer commitments and supports the case that data center demand is durable.
#power #flashing
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29 days ago
On August 6, Nova (NASDAQ:NVMI) reported second-quarter 2026 results for the three months ended June 30, and the numbers marked a new high point for the semiconductor metrology company. Revenue hit $255.0 million, up 8% from the first quarter of 2026 and 16% higher than the second quarter of 2025. GAAP net income reached $75 million, while non-GAAP net income climbed to $86.5 million. For a company built around measuring the tiniest details in chip manufacturing, the quarter itself was anything but small.
The headline figures tell part of the story, but the breakdown underneath is where the quarter gets interesting. GAAP earnings per diluted share reached $2.20 in the second quarter of 2026, up from $2.04 in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.14 a year earlier in the second quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share went further, hitting $2.51 in the second quarter of 2026 compared with $2.33 in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.20 in the second quarter of 2025. That is back-to-back sequential growth on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis, not just a single strong quarter against an easy comparison.
Two product lines did the heavy lifting. Nova posted record revenue from its advanced logic devices business, which it tied to the industry's shift toward Gate-All-Around transistor architecture and rising demand for advanced process nodes. Advanced packaging solutions also hit a record, supported by capacity additions across both logic and memory manufacturing. Those are two distinct growth engines firing in the same quarter, which matters more than a single hot product line would.
Management is not treating this as a one-off. For the third quarter of 2026, the period ending September 30, Nova guided to revenue of $277 million to $287 million, GAAP diluted EPS of $2.46 to $2.61, and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $2.70 to $2.85. At the midpoint, that outlook points to another double-digit sequential jump in sales. President and CEO Gaby Waisman framed the quarter as validation of the company's long-term plan, citing broad-based customer demand, continued market share gains, and deeper engagement across leading-edge device segments as the drivers behind what he described as increased visibility into coming quarters.
The results were not clean across every line. Gross margin came in at 56.5% in the second quarter of 2026, down from 57.7% in the first quarter of 2026 and 57.8% in the second quarter of 2025. That is a decline on both a sequential and year-over-year basis even as revenue set records, which means the mix of what Nova sold this quarter carried lower profitability than what it sold a year ago.
#quarter #gaap
The headline figures tell part of the story, but the breakdown underneath is where the quarter gets interesting. GAAP earnings per diluted share reached $2.20 in the second quarter of 2026, up from $2.04 in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.14 a year earlier in the second quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share went further, hitting $2.51 in the second quarter of 2026 compared with $2.33 in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.20 in the second quarter of 2025. That is back-to-back sequential growth on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis, not just a single strong quarter against an easy comparison.
Two product lines did the heavy lifting. Nova posted record revenue from its advanced logic devices business, which it tied to the industry's shift toward Gate-All-Around transistor architecture and rising demand for advanced process nodes. Advanced packaging solutions also hit a record, supported by capacity additions across both logic and memory manufacturing. Those are two distinct growth engines firing in the same quarter, which matters more than a single hot product line would.
Management is not treating this as a one-off. For the third quarter of 2026, the period ending September 30, Nova guided to revenue of $277 million to $287 million, GAAP diluted EPS of $2.46 to $2.61, and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $2.70 to $2.85. At the midpoint, that outlook points to another double-digit sequential jump in sales. President and CEO Gaby Waisman framed the quarter as validation of the company's long-term plan, citing broad-based customer demand, continued market share gains, and deeper engagement across leading-edge device segments as the drivers behind what he described as increased visibility into coming quarters.
The results were not clean across every line. Gross margin came in at 56.5% in the second quarter of 2026, down from 57.7% in the first quarter of 2026 and 57.8% in the second quarter of 2025. That is a decline on both a sequential and year-over-year basis even as revenue set records, which means the mix of what Nova sold this quarter carried lower profitability than what it sold a year ago.
#quarter #gaap
29 days ago
Kevin O'Connor is joined by Brady Hawk to break down the Miami Heat, covering the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade and big questions about shot creation and roles for new additions like veteran Klay Thompson and rookie Ryan Conwell. Later, Kevin discusses the Denver Nuggets and the five big questions they face at every position in their starting five.
Then, Kevin does a re-draft of the 2016 NBA Draft class, spotlighting some of the biggest risers and hardest fallers including Jaylen Brown, Pascal Siakam, Ben Simmons and Jamal Murray.
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#denver #nuggets #entertainment #rankings
Then, Kevin does a re-draft of the 2016 NBA Draft class, spotlighting some of the biggest risers and hardest fallers including Jaylen Brown, Pascal Siakam, Ben Simmons and Jamal Murray.
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(36:34) 2016 NBA re-draft
#denver #nuggets #entertainment #rankings
29 days ago
Below are the stat leaders from across the Houston high school football scene, compiled through MaxPreps and coach submissions. ***** ulative season stats and any updates, corrections or additions can be sent to jpoormanhoustonchronicle.com.
Note: Players whose stats are not updated through the current week are not included.
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29 days ago
The NFL is kicking off again with an absolutely loaded first week of games. The biggest face-offs launching the 2026 season include a Super Bowl rematch and a battle in Oz, with plenty of roster additions and subtractions that will transform your favorite teams. But for better or worse?
Read on to find out, in our top five most anticipated Week 1 matchups.
When: 8:20 p.m. ET
Where: NBC, Peacock
Week 1's opening game is also its most anticipated, as the Patriots take on the team that wiped the floor with them in a Super Bowl rematch. Will the Seahawks' dominant defense hold after the loss of key pieces like Riq Woolen and Coby Bryant? Or will New England QB Drake Maye achieve redemption (he had six sacks and two interceptions in Super Bowl LX) now that he's got protection from guard Alijah Vera-Tucker, and receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs catching passes instead of the other team?
#week #rematch #peacock
Read on to find out, in our top five most anticipated Week 1 matchups.
When: 8:20 p.m. ET
Where: NBC, Peacock
Week 1's opening game is also its most anticipated, as the Patriots take on the team that wiped the floor with them in a Super Bowl rematch. Will the Seahawks' dominant defense hold after the loss of key pieces like Riq Woolen and Coby Bryant? Or will New England QB Drake Maye achieve redemption (he had six sacks and two interceptions in Super Bowl LX) now that he's got protection from guard Alijah Vera-Tucker, and receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs catching passes instead of the other team?
#week #rematch #peacock
29 days ago
As the Buffalo Bills prepare for the 2026 NFL season, Bills Wire will take a look at the most important contributors on their roster. The team has some cornerstone players who will be returning for another shot at bringing a Lombardi Trophy to Buffalo, and they'll have help from some new additions as well.
Leading up to the season, we will be counting down the top-30 most important players on the roster. We'll recap their 2025 season, look ahead to what they'll offer in 2026, and tackle the most pressing questions surrounding them this coming year.
Next on the countdown is Ed Oliver.
Position: Defensive tackle
Age at start of season: 28
#roster #they 'll
Leading up to the season, we will be counting down the top-30 most important players on the roster. We'll recap their 2025 season, look ahead to what they'll offer in 2026, and tackle the most pressing questions surrounding them this coming year.
Next on the countdown is Ed Oliver.
Position: Defensive tackle
Age at start of season: 28
#roster #they 'll
29 days ago
CNBC reported that American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) announced seven new international routes for its summer 2027 schedule, most flown on its Airbus A321XLR.
New destinations include Philadelphia to Porto and Vienna and JFK to Amsterdam and Nice, alongside a returning Reykjavik route and Charlotte-Barcelona and Chicago-Tokyo Narita service on widebody jets. American's SVP of network and schedule planning, Brian Znotins, said the XLR "really opens up the menu for all these destinations that are just too small for a widebody." The announcement came the same week that rival United Airlines, which flies more international routes than any other U.S. carrier, unveiled its own 2027 international additions. American has said its flying is split roughly 80% domestic and 20% international.
The XLR gives American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) a more flexible way to expand its international network. The smaller, long-range aircraft lets American serve thinner transatlantic markets without committing the capacity of a larger widebody jet. That flexibility opens opportunities such as Philadelphia-Vienna and Philadelphia-Porto and gives American another way to grow international revenue.
The XLR's premium-heavy configuration also gives American more room to target higher-value travelers. American designed the aircraft's new interior with more premium seating than its other aircraft, allowing the airline to offer a stronger premium product on long-haul routes. If American can fill those seats at attractive fares, the aircraft could improve the economics of its international expansion.
American also gains a competitive advantage on Philadelphia-Vienna. The airline said it will become the only U.S. carrier offering nonstop service between the two cities. That position gives American a differentiated product on the route and could help it capture travelers who value nonstop service.
#american #airlines #widebody
New destinations include Philadelphia to Porto and Vienna and JFK to Amsterdam and Nice, alongside a returning Reykjavik route and Charlotte-Barcelona and Chicago-Tokyo Narita service on widebody jets. American's SVP of network and schedule planning, Brian Znotins, said the XLR "really opens up the menu for all these destinations that are just too small for a widebody." The announcement came the same week that rival United Airlines, which flies more international routes than any other U.S. carrier, unveiled its own 2027 international additions. American has said its flying is split roughly 80% domestic and 20% international.
The XLR gives American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:AAL) a more flexible way to expand its international network. The smaller, long-range aircraft lets American serve thinner transatlantic markets without committing the capacity of a larger widebody jet. That flexibility opens opportunities such as Philadelphia-Vienna and Philadelphia-Porto and gives American another way to grow international revenue.
The XLR's premium-heavy configuration also gives American more room to target higher-value travelers. American designed the aircraft's new interior with more premium seating than its other aircraft, allowing the airline to offer a stronger premium product on long-haul routes. If American can fill those seats at attractive fares, the aircraft could improve the economics of its international expansion.
American also gains a competitive advantage on Philadelphia-Vienna. The airline said it will become the only U.S. carrier offering nonstop service between the two cities. That position gives American a differentiated product on the route and could help it capture travelers who value nonstop service.
#american #airlines #widebody
30 days ago
On August 5, Murphy USA (NYSE:MUSA) reported second-quarter results that make the case for its unglamorous business model. Net income came in at $209.1 million, or $11.27 per diluted share, up from $145.6 million and $7.36 per share in the same quarter of 2025. Adjusted EBITDA climbed to $377.3 million from $286.0 million. For a company that mostly sells gasoline and convenience store snacks, that is a striking jump, and it did not come from a single lucky quarter.
The engine behind the gain was fuel. Total fuel contribution reached 40.6 cents per gallon in the quarter, up from 32.0 cents a year earlier, while the retail fuel margin alone rose 20.2% to 35.1 cents per gallon. Volume grew at the same time, with total retail gallons up 3.9% and same-store sales volumes up 0.5%, so Murphy USA was not just pricing better; it was also moving more gas through its pumps. Merchandise held up its end too, with contribution dollars up 4.0% to $227.4 million on unit margins of 20.1%, as nicotine contribution rose 6.1% and non-nicotine contribution grew 2.9%.
The company kept returning cash to shareholders through it all, buying back 143.1 thousand shares for $76.8 million and raising its quarterly dividend 28.0% year over year to $0.64 per share. In May, it issued $500 million of notes due 2034 and used the proceeds to retire $300 million of 2027 notes, pushing out its debt maturities while continuing to open new stores, with 6 net additions in the quarter and 36 more under construction.
The quarter's growth came with a heavier expense load. Total store and other operating expenses rose to $308.7 million from $275.2 million, and the company said two-thirds of that increase came from payment processing fees, which climb automatically as retail fuel prices rise. SG&A costs increased to $60.5 million from $50.9 million on higher employee costs and incentive accruals, and the effective tax rate ticked up to 24.7% from 24.4%, with guidance now pointing to the higher end of the company's 23% to 25% full-year range.
Fuel supply contribution, excluding renewable credits, was negative $54.9 million, a wider loss than the negative $25.9 million posted a year earlier. Management's own full-year outlook **** umes some cooling ahead: its projection of roughly $636 million in net income and $1.25 billion in Adjusted EBITDA is built on second-half fuel margins averaging 35 cents per gallon, down from 37.9 cents in the first half. Capital expenditures are also being guided to the higher end of the $475 million to $525 million range, meaning the spending pace is not slowing even as margins are expected to.
#million #fuel #total #same
The engine behind the gain was fuel. Total fuel contribution reached 40.6 cents per gallon in the quarter, up from 32.0 cents a year earlier, while the retail fuel margin alone rose 20.2% to 35.1 cents per gallon. Volume grew at the same time, with total retail gallons up 3.9% and same-store sales volumes up 0.5%, so Murphy USA was not just pricing better; it was also moving more gas through its pumps. Merchandise held up its end too, with contribution dollars up 4.0% to $227.4 million on unit margins of 20.1%, as nicotine contribution rose 6.1% and non-nicotine contribution grew 2.9%.
The company kept returning cash to shareholders through it all, buying back 143.1 thousand shares for $76.8 million and raising its quarterly dividend 28.0% year over year to $0.64 per share. In May, it issued $500 million of notes due 2034 and used the proceeds to retire $300 million of 2027 notes, pushing out its debt maturities while continuing to open new stores, with 6 net additions in the quarter and 36 more under construction.
The quarter's growth came with a heavier expense load. Total store and other operating expenses rose to $308.7 million from $275.2 million, and the company said two-thirds of that increase came from payment processing fees, which climb automatically as retail fuel prices rise. SG&A costs increased to $60.5 million from $50.9 million on higher employee costs and incentive accruals, and the effective tax rate ticked up to 24.7% from 24.4%, with guidance now pointing to the higher end of the company's 23% to 25% full-year range.
Fuel supply contribution, excluding renewable credits, was negative $54.9 million, a wider loss than the negative $25.9 million posted a year earlier. Management's own full-year outlook **** umes some cooling ahead: its projection of roughly $636 million in net income and $1.25 billion in Adjusted EBITDA is built on second-half fuel margins averaging 35 cents per gallon, down from 37.9 cents in the first half. Capital expenditures are also being guided to the higher end of the $475 million to $525 million range, meaning the spending pace is not slowing even as margins are expected to.
#million #fuel #total #same
1 month ago
On August 6, Nova (NASDAQ:NVMI) reported second-quarter 2026 results for the three months ended June 30, and the numbers marked a new high point for the semiconductor metrology company. Revenue hit $255.0 million, up 8% from the first quarter of 2026 and 16% higher than the second quarter of 2025. GAAP net income reached $75 million, while non-GAAP net income climbed to $86.5 million. For a company built around measuring the tiniest details in chip manufacturing, the quarter itself was anything but small.
The headline figures tell part of the story, but the breakdown underneath is where the quarter gets interesting. GAAP earnings per diluted share reached $2.20 in the second quarter of 2026, up from $2.04 in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.14 a year earlier in the second quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share went further, hitting $2.51 in the second quarter of 2026 compared with $2.33 in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.20 in the second quarter of 2025. That is back-to-back sequential growth on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis, not just a single strong quarter against an easy comparison.
Two product lines did the heavy lifting. Nova posted record revenue from its advanced logic devices business, which it tied to the industry's shift toward Gate-All-Around transistor architecture and rising demand for advanced process nodes. Advanced packaging solutions also hit a record, supported by capacity additions across both logic and memory manufacturing. Those are two distinct growth engines firing in the same quarter, which matters more than a single hot product line would.
Management is not treating this as a one-off. For the third quarter of 2026, the period ending September 30, Nova guided to revenue of $277 million to $287 million, GAAP diluted EPS of $2.46 to $2.61, and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $2.70 to $2.85. At the midpoint, that outlook points to another double-digit sequential jump in sales. President and CEO Gaby Waisman framed the quarter as validation of the company's long-term plan, citing broad-based customer demand, continued market share gains, and deeper engagement across leading-edge device segments as the drivers behind what he described as increased visibility into coming quarters.
The results were not clean across every line. Gross margin came in at 56.5% in the second quarter of 2026, down from 57.7% in the first quarter of 2026 and 57.8% in the second quarter of 2025. That is a decline on both a sequential and year-over-year basis even as revenue set records, which means the mix of what Nova sold this quarter carried lower profitability than what it sold a year ago.
#second #diluted #advanced
The headline figures tell part of the story, but the breakdown underneath is where the quarter gets interesting. GAAP earnings per diluted share reached $2.20 in the second quarter of 2026, up from $2.04 in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.14 a year earlier in the second quarter of 2025. Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share went further, hitting $2.51 in the second quarter of 2026 compared with $2.33 in the first quarter of 2026 and $2.20 in the second quarter of 2025. That is back-to-back sequential growth on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis, not just a single strong quarter against an easy comparison.
Two product lines did the heavy lifting. Nova posted record revenue from its advanced logic devices business, which it tied to the industry's shift toward Gate-All-Around transistor architecture and rising demand for advanced process nodes. Advanced packaging solutions also hit a record, supported by capacity additions across both logic and memory manufacturing. Those are two distinct growth engines firing in the same quarter, which matters more than a single hot product line would.
Management is not treating this as a one-off. For the third quarter of 2026, the period ending September 30, Nova guided to revenue of $277 million to $287 million, GAAP diluted EPS of $2.46 to $2.61, and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $2.70 to $2.85. At the midpoint, that outlook points to another double-digit sequential jump in sales. President and CEO Gaby Waisman framed the quarter as validation of the company's long-term plan, citing broad-based customer demand, continued market share gains, and deeper engagement across leading-edge device segments as the drivers behind what he described as increased visibility into coming quarters.
The results were not clean across every line. Gross margin came in at 56.5% in the second quarter of 2026, down from 57.7% in the first quarter of 2026 and 57.8% in the second quarter of 2025. That is a decline on both a sequential and year-over-year basis even as revenue set records, which means the mix of what Nova sold this quarter carried lower profitability than what it sold a year ago.
#second #diluted #advanced
