29 days ago
Disney raised prices on many of its theme park offerings today, coinciding with the start of the company’s new fiscal year. But consumers aren’t pushing back the way they did a few years ago.
Disney’s price hikes are an annual October ritual for the company, and it’s always a tricky balancing act between increasing revenue and consumers’ willingness to pay.
Many ticket types, passes and add-ons at Disneyland are not increasing at all this time. But premium products are getting more expensive, like the highest-level, skip-the-line service at Walt Disney World, which could now run just shy of the $500 mark during peak demand.
It’s a reflection of the company’s strategy: Spread the price boosts across different audiences, while leaving bottom-tier prices - like the slowest season, one-day, one-park tickets - unchanged.
Its theme parks strategy, Disney said, has evolved over time. Higher-priced premium products and add-ons, alongside targeted discounts and a refresh of older attractions, allowed the company this summer to generate the strongest parks and cruises revenue in two years.
#disney #company #consumers
Disney’s price hikes are an annual October ritual for the company, and it’s always a tricky balancing act between increasing revenue and consumers’ willingness to pay.
Many ticket types, passes and add-ons at Disneyland are not increasing at all this time. But premium products are getting more expensive, like the highest-level, skip-the-line service at Walt Disney World, which could now run just shy of the $500 mark during peak demand.
It’s a reflection of the company’s strategy: Spread the price boosts across different audiences, while leaving bottom-tier prices - like the slowest season, one-day, one-park tickets - unchanged.
Its theme parks strategy, Disney said, has evolved over time. Higher-priced premium products and add-ons, alongside targeted discounts and a refresh of older attractions, allowed the company this summer to generate the strongest parks and cruises revenue in two years.
#disney #company #consumers
29 days ago
STOCKHOLM (AP) — Belgian-born scientist Francis Halzen won the ***** el Prize in physics Tuesday for his efforts to demystify a rare group of neutrinos, tiny cosmic particles that researchers believe offer clues to how the universe evolved.
"It was a great surprise, and I obviously didn't expect it," Halzen said, speaking to the ***** el Physics Committee by phone from Italy, in a call broadcast at the news conference to announce the winner.
Halzen said it was predicted that he would win the prize, but the announcement still made him feel "strange."
"I am working on a proposal, and I hope that this prize will help getting it approved," he said to chuckles from the audience.
Neutrinos are tiny cosmic particles with no electrical charge and extraordinarily small mass, making them difficult to detect. Yet they are everywhere: They spew from stars like the sun, and trillions zip through our bodies every second.
#neutrinos
"It was a great surprise, and I obviously didn't expect it," Halzen said, speaking to the ***** el Physics Committee by phone from Italy, in a call broadcast at the news conference to announce the winner.
Halzen said it was predicted that he would win the prize, but the announcement still made him feel "strange."
"I am working on a proposal, and I hope that this prize will help getting it approved," he said to chuckles from the audience.
Neutrinos are tiny cosmic particles with no electrical charge and extraordinarily small mass, making them difficult to detect. Yet they are everywhere: They spew from stars like the sun, and trillions zip through our bodies every second.
#neutrinos
1 month ago
Hailey Glassman revealed that her relationship with ex-boyfriend Jon Gosselin had evolved into a close friendship years after their breakup.
The RHONY Season 16 cast member said she now considered Gosselin family. She had also developed a positive relationship with his wife, Stephanie Gosselin.
Glassman confirmed her current relationship with Gosselin when someone asked whether they remained friends.
"Yeah, we're very close. We're family," she said.
As per Bravo their friendship had not continued uninterrupted after their breakup. Glassman later explained that they stopped communicating for several years before Gosselin eventually contacted her again.
#gosselin #we 're
The RHONY Season 16 cast member said she now considered Gosselin family. She had also developed a positive relationship with his wife, Stephanie Gosselin.
Glassman confirmed her current relationship with Gosselin when someone asked whether they remained friends.
"Yeah, we're very close. We're family," she said.
As per Bravo their friendship had not continued uninterrupted after their breakup. Glassman later explained that they stopped communicating for several years before Gosselin eventually contacted her again.
#gosselin #we 're
2 months ago
A public company typically has limited control over third-party financial products that reference its shares, but Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) and AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AMC) are now testing that notion in public, in one of the year's most intense corporate spats. The debate revolves over stock tokens and has evolved from a heated social media post on September 3 to a live televised retort by September 9.
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) expanded its tokenized shares offering, which is issued through a unit named Robinhood ****** ets (Jersey) Limited and traded on Robinhood's proprietary blockchain, Robinhood Chain, to include over 190 public firms, including AMC, without the companies directly signing on. When AMC CEO Adam Aron discovered that his company was among them, he did not mince words. On September 3, Aron posted on X, calling the practice "contemptible, outrageous, disgusting, detestable, inexcusable, vile," questioning how it could possibly be legal, and stating that AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AMC) had no relation to the tokens and did not condone them.
He stated that the company would retain independent securities counsel and vowed to take the matter to the SEC, characterizing Robinhood's tokens as an unregistered securities product that undermines the regular relationship between a public company and its shareholders.
The market reaction was fast and telling: AMC shares rose as much as 21% in overnight trading after the public dispute broke out.
Robinhood did not back down. In the days that followed, the company's chief legal officer, Dan Gallagher, a former SEC commissioner, mocked the tone of Aron's complaint on social media, saying Robinhood "know[s] a little something about the US securities laws," and inviting AMC's lawyers to contact them. CEO Vlad Tenev originally commented on X with a brief "What's the concern?" before making his first extensive, broadcast comments on the controversy in a CNBC "Squawk Box" interview on September 9.
#company
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) expanded its tokenized shares offering, which is issued through a unit named Robinhood ****** ets (Jersey) Limited and traded on Robinhood's proprietary blockchain, Robinhood Chain, to include over 190 public firms, including AMC, without the companies directly signing on. When AMC CEO Adam Aron discovered that his company was among them, he did not mince words. On September 3, Aron posted on X, calling the practice "contemptible, outrageous, disgusting, detestable, inexcusable, vile," questioning how it could possibly be legal, and stating that AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AMC) had no relation to the tokens and did not condone them.
He stated that the company would retain independent securities counsel and vowed to take the matter to the SEC, characterizing Robinhood's tokens as an unregistered securities product that undermines the regular relationship between a public company and its shareholders.
The market reaction was fast and telling: AMC shares rose as much as 21% in overnight trading after the public dispute broke out.
Robinhood did not back down. In the days that followed, the company's chief legal officer, Dan Gallagher, a former SEC commissioner, mocked the tone of Aron's complaint on social media, saying Robinhood "know[s] a little something about the US securities laws," and inviting AMC's lawyers to contact them. CEO Vlad Tenev originally commented on X with a brief "What's the concern?" before making his first extensive, broadcast comments on the controversy in a CNBC "Squawk Box" interview on September 9.
#company
2 months ago
When the Los Angeles Dodgers started the 2026 campaign, their hopes of becoming the first MLB team to three-peat since the '90s New York Yankees dynasty seemed pretty good. While their team features All-Stars scattered throughout their roster, a lot of their strength revolved around their two-way superstar, Shohei Ohtani. Now, just weeks away from the postseason, he finds himself on the injured list.
On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss if the back-to-back defending champions fumbled the injury situation with the four-time MVP winner and if Ohtani will be ready for the NLDS. They then get into Los Angeles calling up top prospect Josue De Paula and if his impressive showing in the minors will be able to translate this early in his career to the big leagues.
Later in the show, Jake and Jordan revisit their bold predictions for the 2026 season from March and see how many they've gotten right, which ones are still in play, and which have hopelessly fallen by the wayside. The guys then make their selections for this week's edition of The Good, The Bad and the Uggla before highlighting the importance of baseball on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
1:15 - The Opener: Shohei Ohtani to the IL
28:43 - Dodgers call up top prospect
#angeles
On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss if the back-to-back defending champions fumbled the injury situation with the four-time MVP winner and if Ohtani will be ready for the NLDS. They then get into Los Angeles calling up top prospect Josue De Paula and if his impressive showing in the minors will be able to translate this early in his career to the big leagues.
Later in the show, Jake and Jordan revisit their bold predictions for the 2026 season from March and see how many they've gotten right, which ones are still in play, and which have hopelessly fallen by the wayside. The guys then make their selections for this week's edition of The Good, The Bad and the Uggla before highlighting the importance of baseball on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
1:15 - The Opener: Shohei Ohtani to the IL
28:43 - Dodgers call up top prospect
#angeles
2 months ago
Jennifer Aniston reportedly cannot stop bringing a comparison between her boyfriend, Jim Curtis, to her exes. According to a new report, a source claimed that the "Friends" alum has gained an entirely new perspective on her relationships in the past after her romance with the wellness author and hypnotherapist. The Hollywood star allegedly believes that Jim Curtis is "the best lover" she has ever had.
Jennifer Aniston reportedly believes that "none of her exes can compare" to her current boyfriend, Jim Curtis. As reported by the National Enquirer, a source told them that "Jen fully admits that she and Jim are still in the honeymoon stage." The source then explained that the couple has been in a romantic relationship for more than a year now.
According to the source, it is quite "remarkable" for the actor and the wellness author to still share this type of "electricity," which generally begins to "fade at this point in a relationship."
Furthermore, the insider claimed that Jennifer Aniston can't stop comparing her beau, Jim Curtis, to the others she was in a relationship with in the past. The "Just Go With It" actor was married to Brad Pitt from 2000 to 2005. She also had a married life with Justin Theroux from 2015 to 2018.
Per the insider, according to the actor, the hypnotherapist is "hands down the best lover she's had in every way." The source continued, "Brad was obviously incredibly handsome and there was plenty of passion between them. But looking back, she sees how much of that relationship revolved around him and his needs."
#curtis #jennifer #actor #stop
Jennifer Aniston reportedly believes that "none of her exes can compare" to her current boyfriend, Jim Curtis. As reported by the National Enquirer, a source told them that "Jen fully admits that she and Jim are still in the honeymoon stage." The source then explained that the couple has been in a romantic relationship for more than a year now.
According to the source, it is quite "remarkable" for the actor and the wellness author to still share this type of "electricity," which generally begins to "fade at this point in a relationship."
Furthermore, the insider claimed that Jennifer Aniston can't stop comparing her beau, Jim Curtis, to the others she was in a relationship with in the past. The "Just Go With It" actor was married to Brad Pitt from 2000 to 2005. She also had a married life with Justin Theroux from 2015 to 2018.
Per the insider, according to the actor, the hypnotherapist is "hands down the best lover she's had in every way." The source continued, "Brad was obviously incredibly handsome and there was plenty of passion between them. But looking back, she sees how much of that relationship revolved around him and his needs."
#curtis #jennifer #actor #stop
2 months ago
College football has evolved so rapidly over the last several years, and there are an increasing variety of ways to break down any given Saturday.
Here on Scarlet Spreadsheet, we are going to compile all of the various ****** ytical models to get the best possible preview of each of Ohio State's matchups throughout the 2026 season based on the underlying numbers and metrics.
With the tune-up game out of the way, the Buckeyes now travel to Austin, Texas for a battle against the Longhorns. Ohio State is an underdog for the first time since 2023, and Steve Sarkisian will be looking for revenge at home after back-to-back losses to Ryan Day's group.
With only one game under the belt for both of these two teams thus far, our ability to break it down from an ****** ytical standpoint is limited, but we can take a look at how these two teams looked in Week 1, the updated computer models and some projections.
FPI: 30.0 (Rank: 2)
#college
Here on Scarlet Spreadsheet, we are going to compile all of the various ****** ytical models to get the best possible preview of each of Ohio State's matchups throughout the 2026 season based on the underlying numbers and metrics.
With the tune-up game out of the way, the Buckeyes now travel to Austin, Texas for a battle against the Longhorns. Ohio State is an underdog for the first time since 2023, and Steve Sarkisian will be looking for revenge at home after back-to-back losses to Ryan Day's group.
With only one game under the belt for both of these two teams thus far, our ability to break it down from an ****** ytical standpoint is limited, but we can take a look at how these two teams looked in Week 1, the updated computer models and some projections.
FPI: 30.0 (Rank: 2)
#college
2 months ago
The 2027 recruiting cycle still has a few months to go until the December signing period, but it feels like a majority of the top classes in the nation are set. Just two senior blue-chippers — according to the Rivals Industry Ranking — remain uncommitted, as of Sept. 8.
Things always move quick in the summer during official visit season, but this cycle has moved at a fervent pace since the beginning of the spring. While coaching changes, changes of heart and other factors will lead to some flips down the stretch, for the most part, top recruits look locked into their respective pledges.
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Almost every ACC recruiting headline this cycle has revolved around Miami. The Hurricanes have the nation's No. 3 class — per the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings — and are the only ACC program to have a top-15 class with the season underway.
There are some new head coaches in the league who are making a splash in their new digs, while some old faces are still trying to show they've got their fastball. Rivals is taking a look at the updated ACC class rankings, now that football is finally back:
#class
Things always move quick in the summer during official visit season, but this cycle has moved at a fervent pace since the beginning of the spring. While coaching changes, changes of heart and other factors will lead to some flips down the stretch, for the most part, top recruits look locked into their respective pledges.
$19.99 gets you a FULL year of On3 | Rivals national coverage
Almost every ACC recruiting headline this cycle has revolved around Miami. The Hurricanes have the nation's No. 3 class — per the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings — and are the only ACC program to have a top-15 class with the season underway.
There are some new head coaches in the league who are making a splash in their new digs, while some old faces are still trying to show they've got their fastball. Rivals is taking a look at the updated ACC class rankings, now that football is finally back:
#class
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Known as Conquest Planning since its launch in 2018, the fintech company has unveiled a refreshed brand and visual identity, shortened its name from Conquest Planning to Conquest, and announced a pivot beyond financial planning to signal the broader role its financial advice engine plays.
The company's engine, Strategic Advice Manager, has evolved to include agentic capabilities announced earlier this year. SAM comprises a calculation engine and proprietary artificial intelligence expert system that work together to evaluate and rank financial strategies, model life events and respond to client questions.
"Financial advice was never meant to be static," said Brad Joudrie, chief executive officer of Conquest, in a prepared statement. "Clients' lives change constantly, and the advice they receive should be able to keep pace."
The engine can power AI-enabled advisor, client and white-label experiences, helping firms deliver financial guidance across any wealth segment, channel and surface, according to the company.
#wealthmanagement #company
Known as Conquest Planning since its launch in 2018, the fintech company has unveiled a refreshed brand and visual identity, shortened its name from Conquest Planning to Conquest, and announced a pivot beyond financial planning to signal the broader role its financial advice engine plays.
The company's engine, Strategic Advice Manager, has evolved to include agentic capabilities announced earlier this year. SAM comprises a calculation engine and proprietary artificial intelligence expert system that work together to evaluate and rank financial strategies, model life events and respond to client questions.
"Financial advice was never meant to be static," said Brad Joudrie, chief executive officer of Conquest, in a prepared statement. "Clients' lives change constantly, and the advice they receive should be able to keep pace."
The engine can power AI-enabled advisor, client and white-label experiences, helping firms deliver financial guidance across any wealth segment, channel and surface, according to the company.
#wealthmanagement #company
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Kelsey Grammer is opening up about his support for President Donald Trump and explaining how his political views have changed over the years.
When the former Frasier star, 71, spoke to British radio station LBC on Monday, September 7, he was asked whether he believes Trump, 80, will go down in history as one of America's best presidents.
"I think in hindsight he probably will," Grammer replied. "Because ****** ody really stood up for America in quite some time in the presidency."
The Cheers alum also discussed how his political views have evolved, revealing that he once would have voted for Democrats but changed his mind over the last two decades.
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#grammer #Trump
When the former Frasier star, 71, spoke to British radio station LBC on Monday, September 7, he was asked whether he believes Trump, 80, will go down in history as one of America's best presidents.
"I think in hindsight he probably will," Grammer replied. "Because ****** ody really stood up for America in quite some time in the presidency."
The Cheers alum also discussed how his political views have evolved, revealing that he once would have voted for Democrats but changed his mind over the last two decades.
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#grammer #Trump
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The Iowa football program has always prided itself on a strong running game led by a tough offensive line and gritty backs. Even though football has evolved into more of a passing sport, Kirk Ferentz hasn't forgotten the fundamentals of what he's built his program on.
That was evident in the Hawkeyes' 2026 season opener on Saturday.
Iowa established the run game early and often in its 40-0 win over Northern Illinois. The Hawkeyes finished the game with 38 carries for 289 yards, averaging 7.6 yards per carry. They also had two rushing touchdowns, which both came in the first quarter courtesy of fourth-year running back Kamari Moulton.
Moulton opened 2026 with a 50-yard score behind pristine blocking from the offensive line. A few minutes later, he added a 37-yard touchdown run to his ledger, once again following some fantastic blocks. By the time the first quarter came to an end, Moulton had already rushed for over 130 yards.
Kamari Moulton has 6 carries for 132 yards and 2 TD’s today. It’s still the first quarter. pic.twitter.com/qJsJGwszdC
#program
That was evident in the Hawkeyes' 2026 season opener on Saturday.
Iowa established the run game early and often in its 40-0 win over Northern Illinois. The Hawkeyes finished the game with 38 carries for 289 yards, averaging 7.6 yards per carry. They also had two rushing touchdowns, which both came in the first quarter courtesy of fourth-year running back Kamari Moulton.
Moulton opened 2026 with a 50-yard score behind pristine blocking from the offensive line. A few minutes later, he added a 37-yard touchdown run to his ledger, once again following some fantastic blocks. By the time the first quarter came to an end, Moulton had already rushed for over 130 yards.
Kamari Moulton has 6 carries for 132 yards and 2 TD’s today. It’s still the first quarter. pic.twitter.com/qJsJGwszdC
#program
2 months ago
What was looking like a tragedy in Ann Arbor quickly devolved into mania and euphoria, with No. 16 Michigan football earning a miracle win vs. Western Michigan.
After the game appeared over, with a Bryce Underwood desperation heave sailing out of the end zone and the clocks showing zeroes, it seemed as though Lance Taylor's Broncos had earned an incomprehensible 12-7 win. However, officials after review put one second back on the clock, allowing Underwood to connect with JJ Buchanan for a touchdown on the last play of the game, giving Michigan a 13-12 win over WMU.
More: How much did Michigan pay Western Michigan to scare living daylights out of it?
That later led to a rarely seen sight in Michigan Stadium, as Wolverines fans rushed the field to celebrate the victory:
This story will be updated.
#western #lance
After the game appeared over, with a Bryce Underwood desperation heave sailing out of the end zone and the clocks showing zeroes, it seemed as though Lance Taylor's Broncos had earned an incomprehensible 12-7 win. However, officials after review put one second back on the clock, allowing Underwood to connect with JJ Buchanan for a touchdown on the last play of the game, giving Michigan a 13-12 win over WMU.
More: How much did Michigan pay Western Michigan to scare living daylights out of it?
That later led to a rarely seen sight in Michigan Stadium, as Wolverines fans rushed the field to celebrate the victory:
This story will be updated.
#western #lance
2 months ago
WestEnd Capital Management, an investment advisor, released its Q2 2026 investor letter. The letter can be downloaded here. WestEnd Capital Management's Core Strategy achieved a 16.3% net return in the quarter, surpassing the S&P 500's 15.0%. This performance stemmed from strong earnings generators and upward earnings revisions, showcasing U.S. companies' efficiency in converting sales into profits. S&P 500 net profit margins reached a decade-high of 14.8% in Q1 and are expected to remain above 14% in Q2 despite challenges like higher interest rates and geopolitical uncertainty. Technology remains a key focus in WestEnd's portfolio, along with investments in infrastructure, demographic shifts, financial innovation, and selective consumer opportunities. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, WestEnd Capital Management highlighted Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD). Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) is a US-based financial services company that provides a trading platform for stocks, exchange-traded funds, American depository receipts, options, gold, and cryptocurrencies. On September 02, 2026, Robinhood Markets, Inc. closed at $106.99 per share. Robinhood Markets, Inc. returned 34.83% over the past month, and its shares have gained 18.84% over the past 52 weeks. Robinhood Markets, Inc. has a market capitalization of $96.19 billion.
WestEnd Capital Management stated the following regarding Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) has evolved well beyond the online brokerage platform many investors still ****** ociate with its early years. The company is building a broader financial services ecosystem that includes brokerage and retirement accounts, cash management, securities lending, advisory services, credit products, prediction markets, and international operations.
But its primary advantage is the strength of its customer relationship. Robinhood has built a large, highly engaged user base and can introduce new products through a single digital platform with relatively low incremental distribution costs. As customers consolidate more of their financial activity with the company, Robinhood can generate higher revenue per account and develop recurring revenue streams that extend beyond transaction-based trading..." (Click here to read the full text)
#robinhood #hood #financial
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, WestEnd Capital Management highlighted Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD). Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) is a US-based financial services company that provides a trading platform for stocks, exchange-traded funds, American depository receipts, options, gold, and cryptocurrencies. On September 02, 2026, Robinhood Markets, Inc. closed at $106.99 per share. Robinhood Markets, Inc. returned 34.83% over the past month, and its shares have gained 18.84% over the past 52 weeks. Robinhood Markets, Inc. has a market capitalization of $96.19 billion.
WestEnd Capital Management stated the following regarding Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) has evolved well beyond the online brokerage platform many investors still ****** ociate with its early years. The company is building a broader financial services ecosystem that includes brokerage and retirement accounts, cash management, securities lending, advisory services, credit products, prediction markets, and international operations.
But its primary advantage is the strength of its customer relationship. Robinhood has built a large, highly engaged user base and can introduce new products through a single digital platform with relatively low incremental distribution costs. As customers consolidate more of their financial activity with the company, Robinhood can generate higher revenue per account and develop recurring revenue streams that extend beyond transaction-based trading..." (Click here to read the full text)
#robinhood #hood #financial
2 months ago
WestEnd Capital Management, an investment advisor, released its Q2 2026 investor letter. The letter can be downloaded here. WestEnd Capital Management's Core Strategy achieved a 16.3% net return in the quarter, surpassing the S&P 500's 15.0%. This performance stemmed from strong earnings generators and upward earnings revisions, showcasing U.S. companies' efficiency in converting sales into profits. S&P 500 net profit margins reached a decade-high of 14.8% in Q1 and are expected to remain above 14% in Q2 despite challenges like higher interest rates and geopolitical uncertainty. Technology remains a key focus in WestEnd's portfolio, along with investments in infrastructure, demographic shifts, financial innovation, and selective consumer opportunities. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, WestEnd Capital Management highlighted Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD). Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) is a US-based financial services company that provides a trading platform for stocks, exchange-traded funds, American depository receipts, options, gold, and cryptocurrencies. On September 02, 2026, Robinhood Markets, Inc. closed at $106.99 per share. Robinhood Markets, Inc. returned 34.83% over the past month, and its shares have gained 18.84% over the past 52 weeks. Robinhood Markets, Inc. has a market capitalization of $96.19 billion.
WestEnd Capital Management stated the following regarding Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) has evolved well beyond the online brokerage platform many investors still ****** ociate with its early years. The company is building a broader financial services ecosystem that includes brokerage and retirement accounts, cash management, securities lending, advisory services, credit products, prediction markets, and international operations.
But its primary advantage is the strength of its customer relationship. Robinhood has built a large, highly engaged user base and can introduce new products through a single digital platform with relatively low incremental distribution costs. As customers consolidate more of their financial activity with the company, Robinhood can generate higher revenue per account and develop recurring revenue streams that extend beyond transaction-based trading..." (Click here to read the full text)
#westend
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, WestEnd Capital Management highlighted Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD). Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) is a US-based financial services company that provides a trading platform for stocks, exchange-traded funds, American depository receipts, options, gold, and cryptocurrencies. On September 02, 2026, Robinhood Markets, Inc. closed at $106.99 per share. Robinhood Markets, Inc. returned 34.83% over the past month, and its shares have gained 18.84% over the past 52 weeks. Robinhood Markets, Inc. has a market capitalization of $96.19 billion.
WestEnd Capital Management stated the following regarding Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) has evolved well beyond the online brokerage platform many investors still ****** ociate with its early years. The company is building a broader financial services ecosystem that includes brokerage and retirement accounts, cash management, securities lending, advisory services, credit products, prediction markets, and international operations.
But its primary advantage is the strength of its customer relationship. Robinhood has built a large, highly engaged user base and can introduce new products through a single digital platform with relatively low incremental distribution costs. As customers consolidate more of their financial activity with the company, Robinhood can generate higher revenue per account and develop recurring revenue streams that extend beyond transaction-based trading..." (Click here to read the full text)
#westend
2 months ago
Jason Kelce admitted he dislikes his beardless look and reflected on his college grooming habits on his podcast
He revealed he used to trim his eyebrows with a razor, leaving them thin and shapeless
His wife, Kylie Kelce, joked she's never seen his chin and believes their daughters would cry if he shaved his beard
Jason Kelce is the first to admit that his look has evolved through the years.
While discussing his recent induction into the Cincinnati Bearcats Hall of Fame, Jason, 38, and his brother, Travis Kelce, looked back on some photos from the retired NFL star's college years on the Wednesday, Sept. 2, episode of their New Heights podcast.
#college #podcast #kylie
He revealed he used to trim his eyebrows with a razor, leaving them thin and shapeless
His wife, Kylie Kelce, joked she's never seen his chin and believes their daughters would cry if he shaved his beard
Jason Kelce is the first to admit that his look has evolved through the years.
While discussing his recent induction into the Cincinnati Bearcats Hall of Fame, Jason, 38, and his brother, Travis Kelce, looked back on some photos from the retired NFL star's college years on the Wednesday, Sept. 2, episode of their New Heights podcast.
#college #podcast #kylie
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the software landscape, giving investors a reason to reconsider which companies can capture the next wave of enterprise spending. Zoom Communications (ZM) occupies an appealing intersection, pairing an established communications platform with an expanding AI strategy.
Zoom once depended heavily on video conferencing. Its enterprise business now grows faster than overall revenue, while AI products play a larger role across its broader platform. Meanwhile, the company's Anthropic investment has evolved into a strategic **** et, giving investors a solid reason to examine Zoom's multifaceted stock story.
Jeff Bezos' Heartfelt Tribute to Dolly Parton Drew Brutal Backlash: 'Nobody Wanted to Hear This From You' — He Once Gave Her $100 Million for Charity
Intel vs. AMD: Why the Market Share Number Is Misleading
A $100 Billion Buildout In Louisiana Is Planned for Starship. What This Means for SPCX Stock.
#platform
Zoom once depended heavily on video conferencing. Its enterprise business now grows faster than overall revenue, while AI products play a larger role across its broader platform. Meanwhile, the company's Anthropic investment has evolved into a strategic **** et, giving investors a solid reason to examine Zoom's multifaceted stock story.
Jeff Bezos' Heartfelt Tribute to Dolly Parton Drew Brutal Backlash: 'Nobody Wanted to Hear This From You' — He Once Gave Her $100 Million for Charity
Intel vs. AMD: Why the Market Share Number Is Misleading
A $100 Billion Buildout In Louisiana Is Planned for Starship. What This Means for SPCX Stock.
#platform
2 months ago
For the Red Sox, this weekend offered a tantalizing opportunity: Take three out of four in the Bronx against the Yankees, and Boston would secure the season tiebreaker and leap its rival in the standings. It would've been a fulfilling culmination of sorts for a club that was, just a few months ago, very down and incredibly out.
Instead, the Sox were outplayed and outclassed in a disappointing series loss that likely complicates their path to postseason glory. An ugly 16-1 drubbing on Sunday, in which infielder Andruw Monasterio had to throw the ninth inning, was the frustrating cherry on the **** mer sundae in which the Yankees took three out of four. For New York, it was a reassuring result, one that further solidified the current AL East pecking order.
The AL East-leading Rays swept the Padres this weekend, pushing their division lead to 4.5 games over New York. That leaves the Yankees atop the wild-card race, despite having the second-best record in the American League. They're now four games clear of Boston, which is five games safe of the next-closest club in the wild-card race.
Yes, there's still a month or so of games to play. But the playoff picture is coming into focus, with this weekend's result making a Yankees-Red Sox wild-card rematch a very, very likely outcome.
Last postseason, Cam Schlittler elevated himself from nice story to world-beater with a masterful, eight-inning, 12-strikeout performance against the Red Sox in AL wild-card Game 3. Less than a year later, the Massachusetts kid has evolved into a co-front-runner for the AL Cy Young Award alongside Toronto's Dylan Cease. On Friday against his boyhood team, Schlittler further reinforced his awards case with six brilliant shutout innings in a nailbiting 1-0 Boston victory. It was a reminder that, in a rivalry overflowing with accomplished hurlers, Schlittler is top of the heap right now.
#yankees #card #york
Instead, the Sox were outplayed and outclassed in a disappointing series loss that likely complicates their path to postseason glory. An ugly 16-1 drubbing on Sunday, in which infielder Andruw Monasterio had to throw the ninth inning, was the frustrating cherry on the **** mer sundae in which the Yankees took three out of four. For New York, it was a reassuring result, one that further solidified the current AL East pecking order.
The AL East-leading Rays swept the Padres this weekend, pushing their division lead to 4.5 games over New York. That leaves the Yankees atop the wild-card race, despite having the second-best record in the American League. They're now four games clear of Boston, which is five games safe of the next-closest club in the wild-card race.
Yes, there's still a month or so of games to play. But the playoff picture is coming into focus, with this weekend's result making a Yankees-Red Sox wild-card rematch a very, very likely outcome.
Last postseason, Cam Schlittler elevated himself from nice story to world-beater with a masterful, eight-inning, 12-strikeout performance against the Red Sox in AL wild-card Game 3. Less than a year later, the Massachusetts kid has evolved into a co-front-runner for the AL Cy Young Award alongside Toronto's Dylan Cease. On Friday against his boyhood team, Schlittler further reinforced his awards case with six brilliant shutout innings in a nailbiting 1-0 Boston victory. It was a reminder that, in a rivalry overflowing with accomplished hurlers, Schlittler is top of the heap right now.
#yankees #card #york
2 months ago
September baseball hits differently. Every pitch feels heavier, and a single bad inning can completely derail an entire season. Over the decades, these high-stakes pennant chases haven't just thrilled fans, they've reshaped how MLB runs and how we watch the game.
These pressure-cooker games have done far more than just decide who makes it to October. Over time, they've pushed MLB to tweak its rules, upgrade TV broadcasts and rethink how it builds the regular-season schedule. Many things we take for granted today were born right in the middle of these late-season games.
MORE: Before they were legends: Best rookie breakthroughs in MLB pennant races since 2000
TV networks learned to bounce between live games at lightning speed, split-screen viewing became a standard, and managers completely changed how they handle bullpens when every single out is on the line. Even the playoff brackets and final-week scheduling evolved because of lessons learned during classic September drama.
That's what makes the final stretch of the season so special. Here are five pennant-race moments to remember.
#single
These pressure-cooker games have done far more than just decide who makes it to October. Over time, they've pushed MLB to tweak its rules, upgrade TV broadcasts and rethink how it builds the regular-season schedule. Many things we take for granted today were born right in the middle of these late-season games.
MORE: Before they were legends: Best rookie breakthroughs in MLB pennant races since 2000
TV networks learned to bounce between live games at lightning speed, split-screen viewing became a standard, and managers completely changed how they handle bullpens when every single out is on the line. Even the playoff brackets and final-week scheduling evolved because of lessons learned during classic September drama.
That's what makes the final stretch of the season so special. Here are five pennant-race moments to remember.
#single
2 months ago
Netflix (NFLX) is one of the world's leading streaming entertainment companies. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, Netflix has evolved from a DVD-rental service into a global entertainment powerhouse offering original series, films, live sports, and gaming content to members in more than 190 countries.
The company has increasingly diversified its revenue streams through a growing advertising-supported tier, live programming including NFL games and the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, and continued international expansion. Let's take a closer look.
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#Stock #netflix #nflx #california
The company has increasingly diversified its revenue streams through a growing advertising-supported tier, live programming including NFL games and the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, and continued international expansion. Let's take a closer look.
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#Stock #netflix #nflx #california
2 months ago
Jose Mourinho is beginning to form a clearer picture of his preferred Real Madrid defence, with the Portuguese coach reportedly identifying the back four that currently gives him the greatest sense of security.
According to Defensa Central, Mourinho's conclusions have evolved as the weeks and early matches of the season have progressed.
While the Real Madrid manager remains aware that his team has defensive issues to address, he is already looking towards the combination he could trust for the biggest matches ahead.
As things stand, Denzel Dumfries, Ibrahima Konate, Dean Huijsen and Marc Cucurella are believed to be the four defenders leading the race for those positions.
Dumfries has made the strongest case at right-back, with the Dutchman beginning to pull ahead of Trent Alexander-Arnold in the battle for a starting role.
#real #beginning #jose
According to Defensa Central, Mourinho's conclusions have evolved as the weeks and early matches of the season have progressed.
While the Real Madrid manager remains aware that his team has defensive issues to address, he is already looking towards the combination he could trust for the biggest matches ahead.
As things stand, Denzel Dumfries, Ibrahima Konate, Dean Huijsen and Marc Cucurella are believed to be the four defenders leading the race for those positions.
Dumfries has made the strongest case at right-back, with the Dutchman beginning to pull ahead of Trent Alexander-Arnold in the battle for a starting role.
#real #beginning #jose
2 months ago
Serena and Venus Williams will play doubles together at the US Open in their first Grand Slam outing as a pairing for four years.
The American greats, two-time winners of the women's doubles **** le in New York, were handed a wildcard entry by the United States Tennis **** ociation (USTA).
The last time the Williams sisters teamed up at a slam was at the 2022 US Open in what was Serena's final tournament before she "evolved away" from tennis.
Serena made her return to the sport in doubles at Queen's in June before being given the final Wimbledon women's singles wildcard.
The 44-year-old lost 6-3 6-7 (6-8) 6-3 to Australia's Maya Joint and sustained a knee injury that ruled her out of the women's doubles, where she was due to play with Venus.
#play
The American greats, two-time winners of the women's doubles **** le in New York, were handed a wildcard entry by the United States Tennis **** ociation (USTA).
The last time the Williams sisters teamed up at a slam was at the 2022 US Open in what was Serena's final tournament before she "evolved away" from tennis.
Serena made her return to the sport in doubles at Queen's in June before being given the final Wimbledon women's singles wildcard.
The 44-year-old lost 6-3 6-7 (6-8) 6-3 to Australia's Maya Joint and sustained a knee injury that ruled her out of the women's doubles, where she was due to play with Venus.
#play
2 months ago
US stocks traded mostly flat on Wednesday after PCE data showed inflation remained sticky in the lead-up to the Fed's Jackson Hole gathering and as investors counted down to Nvidia's (NVDA) earnings report.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) declined by 0.2%, while the S&P 500 (^GSPC) slid 0.1%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) fell 0.4% after posting broad gains on Tuesday.
Meta stock (META) wavered after the company agreed to settle a social media addiction trial for roughly $16.7 billion. The case revolved around allegations from 29 states that Meta developed products to hook young users, misled consumers about their safety, and improperly collected personal data.
Tech and chip stocks face their next test after the closing bell, when Nvidia opens its books in what has become a quarterly yardstick for the health of the artificial intelligence trade. Expectations are high heading into the earnings report, as investors increasingly focus on companies' ability to generate returns on their massive AI investments.
Markets ****** sed a new reading of inflation, meanwhile, from the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge. The core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Index, which excludes the volatile food and energy categories, rose 3.3% in July, which was in line with expectations and unchanged from the month before.
#meta #expectations
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) declined by 0.2%, while the S&P 500 (^GSPC) slid 0.1%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) fell 0.4% after posting broad gains on Tuesday.
Meta stock (META) wavered after the company agreed to settle a social media addiction trial for roughly $16.7 billion. The case revolved around allegations from 29 states that Meta developed products to hook young users, misled consumers about their safety, and improperly collected personal data.
Tech and chip stocks face their next test after the closing bell, when Nvidia opens its books in what has become a quarterly yardstick for the health of the artificial intelligence trade. Expectations are high heading into the earnings report, as investors increasingly focus on companies' ability to generate returns on their massive AI investments.
Markets ****** sed a new reading of inflation, meanwhile, from the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge. The core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Index, which excludes the volatile food and energy categories, rose 3.3% in July, which was in line with expectations and unchanged from the month before.
#meta #expectations
2 months ago
Meta (META) agreed to settle a social media addiction case with a group of state attorneys general on Wednesday, putting an end to the trial in its second week. The stock initially popped on the news before paring gains.
The case revolved around allegations from 29 states that Instagram and Facebook developed products to hook young users on the platforms and harvested the data of children under 13 to their benefit.
According to court filings, Meta denied wrongdoing and agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion.
Meta isn't the only tech giant making headlines. Another key moment for Wall Street is due to arrive after the bell on Wednesday: Nvidia's (NVDA) second quarter earnings.
While its Big Tech peers reported their results nearly a month ago, Nvidia is finally giving us the lowdown on its latest quarter when it reports Q2 earnings after the close on Wednesday.
#Tech #agreed #earnings #Facebook
The case revolved around allegations from 29 states that Instagram and Facebook developed products to hook young users on the platforms and harvested the data of children under 13 to their benefit.
According to court filings, Meta denied wrongdoing and agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion.
Meta isn't the only tech giant making headlines. Another key moment for Wall Street is due to arrive after the bell on Wednesday: Nvidia's (NVDA) second quarter earnings.
While its Big Tech peers reported their results nearly a month ago, Nvidia is finally giving us the lowdown on its latest quarter when it reports Q2 earnings after the close on Wednesday.
#Tech #agreed #earnings #Facebook
2 months ago
Meta (META) agreed to settle a social media addiction case with a group of state attorneys general on Wednesday, putting an end to the trial in its second week and sending Meta's stock higher.
The case revolved around allegations from 29 states that Instagram and Facebook developed products to hook young users on the platforms and harvested the data of children under 13 to their benefit.
According to court filings, Meta denied wrongdoing and agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion.
Meta isn't the only tech giant making headlines. Another key moment for Wall Street is due to arrive after the bell on Wednesday: Nvidia's (NVDA) second quarter earnings.
While its Big Tech peers reported their results nearly a month ago, Nvidia is finally giving us the lowdown on its latest quarter when it reports Q2 earnings after the close on Wednesday.
#Tech #agreed #quarter
The case revolved around allegations from 29 states that Instagram and Facebook developed products to hook young users on the platforms and harvested the data of children under 13 to their benefit.
According to court filings, Meta denied wrongdoing and agreed to pay up to $16.68 billion.
Meta isn't the only tech giant making headlines. Another key moment for Wall Street is due to arrive after the bell on Wednesday: Nvidia's (NVDA) second quarter earnings.
While its Big Tech peers reported their results nearly a month ago, Nvidia is finally giving us the lowdown on its latest quarter when it reports Q2 earnings after the close on Wednesday.
#Tech #agreed #quarter
2 months ago
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Ryan Gwillim spent the first seven years of his career practicing law, work he said he loved, before a series of roles at Brunswick Corporation eventually put him in the CFO seat.
Gwillim joined Brunswick's legal department in 2011 and worked his way through corporate securities and M&A roles before moving into investor relations in 2017. He became treasurer two years later and CFO in 2020. Brunswick added chief strategy officer to his ******* le in 2024.
Today, he oversees finance for the $5 billion marine business whose portfolio includes prominent boat brands like Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Bayliner, Lund, and Harris, along with Mercury Marine engines and Freedom Boat Club (Brunswick's subscription boat service). The company's footprint also extends to advanced marine technology brands like Lowrance and Simrad.
Brunswick's history is equally notable; founded in 1845 as a carriage maker, it successfully evolved from a traditional billiards and bowling giant into the world's largest manufacturer of recreational boats and marine engines.
#daily
Ryan Gwillim spent the first seven years of his career practicing law, work he said he loved, before a series of roles at Brunswick Corporation eventually put him in the CFO seat.
Gwillim joined Brunswick's legal department in 2011 and worked his way through corporate securities and M&A roles before moving into investor relations in 2017. He became treasurer two years later and CFO in 2020. Brunswick added chief strategy officer to his ******* le in 2024.
Today, he oversees finance for the $5 billion marine business whose portfolio includes prominent boat brands like Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Bayliner, Lund, and Harris, along with Mercury Marine engines and Freedom Boat Club (Brunswick's subscription boat service). The company's footprint also extends to advanced marine technology brands like Lowrance and Simrad.
Brunswick's history is equally notable; founded in 1845 as a carriage maker, it successfully evolved from a traditional billiards and bowling giant into the world's largest manufacturer of recreational boats and marine engines.
#daily
2 months ago
There is no shortage of picture-perfect smiles in Hollywood. From super-straight veneers to blinding pearly whites, it's rare to see any crooked or yellow-stained teeth on the red carpet. Yet, for decades, Johnny Depp rejected the trend, embracing his imperfect grin.
In 2024, however, the Alice in Wonderland actor surprised fans by debuting a dramatically transformed set of teeth.
Here, we look back at Johnny's smile evolution over the years, from his "rotten" tooth in the 90s to his gold caps in Pirates of the Caribbean.
Johnny's smile has evolved significantly over the years. He showcased his natural pearly whites in a 1990 headshot – the same year he starred opposite Winona Ryder in Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands, which was followed by a string of big-screen hits including What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993), Benny & Joon (1993), and Sleepy Hollow (1999).
Over thirty years ago, Johnny insisted that he would never have a "perfect" set of gnashers.
#whites #teeth
In 2024, however, the Alice in Wonderland actor surprised fans by debuting a dramatically transformed set of teeth.
Here, we look back at Johnny's smile evolution over the years, from his "rotten" tooth in the 90s to his gold caps in Pirates of the Caribbean.
Johnny's smile has evolved significantly over the years. He showcased his natural pearly whites in a 1990 headshot – the same year he starred opposite Winona Ryder in Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands, which was followed by a string of big-screen hits including What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993), Benny & Joon (1993), and Sleepy Hollow (1999).
Over thirty years ago, Johnny insisted that he would never have a "perfect" set of gnashers.
#whites #teeth
2 months ago
Another day passes, and the growing Willie Lampkin hype train adds yet another passenger. What started as the Philadelphia Eagles' quest to find depth has evolved into their discovery of another piece of what they hope will become one of the NFL's best offensive lines.
Two preseason games have been played. One remains, and Willie Lampkin appears to be making a compelling case that he could be one of them. Lampkin's night ended early during Philadelphia's 24-21 preseason loss to the New England Patriots, a development that often serves as a positive sign this time of year. When coaches believe they have seen enough, there is little reason to expose a player to additional snaps and unnecessary injury risk.
Much has been made about Lampkin being undersized, but he has spent the summer proving that measurements do not always tell the full story. At roughly 5-foot-10, Lampkin does not look like a traditional NFL offensive lineman. What he lacks in size, however, he continues to make up for with leverage, technique, effort, and an aggressive playing style that has become impossible to ignore.
Few people described it better than Eagles preseason **** yst Ross Tucker during Saturday night's broadcast. Tucker, a former NFL offensive lineman himself, offered perhaps the highest compliment possible for a player at the position. The full clip can be viewed below:
"I could watch Willie Lampkin EVERY play. I really could. [He's] not even five-foot-11...Willie Lampkin sticks to guys like SUPERGLUE and does not let up until they're on the ground. [I] love watching that young man play football."
#player #full #foot
Two preseason games have been played. One remains, and Willie Lampkin appears to be making a compelling case that he could be one of them. Lampkin's night ended early during Philadelphia's 24-21 preseason loss to the New England Patriots, a development that often serves as a positive sign this time of year. When coaches believe they have seen enough, there is little reason to expose a player to additional snaps and unnecessary injury risk.
Much has been made about Lampkin being undersized, but he has spent the summer proving that measurements do not always tell the full story. At roughly 5-foot-10, Lampkin does not look like a traditional NFL offensive lineman. What he lacks in size, however, he continues to make up for with leverage, technique, effort, and an aggressive playing style that has become impossible to ignore.
Few people described it better than Eagles preseason **** yst Ross Tucker during Saturday night's broadcast. Tucker, a former NFL offensive lineman himself, offered perhaps the highest compliment possible for a player at the position. The full clip can be viewed below:
"I could watch Willie Lampkin EVERY play. I really could. [He's] not even five-foot-11...Willie Lampkin sticks to guys like SUPERGLUE and does not let up until they're on the ground. [I] love watching that young man play football."
#player #full #foot
2 months ago
Will this be the year that the tight end position finally lives up to its potential? For years we've hoped for a deep group of TEs riddled with talent at every draft point, only to end up with the same elite group and then a bunch of "Play and pray" options. But maybe this season will be different. Our Yahoo ****** ysts take a look at the tight end position and share their breakout candidate for 2026.
Breakouts tend to exist at the intersection of talent and situation. And for Brenton Strange, the talent piece of the equation isn't hard to see. Since joining the Jaguars in '23, Strange's routes and target share have been on an upward trajectory. The Penn State product barely saw the field his rookie season (2.2% target rate), but he evolved into one of Trevor Lawrence's go-to options as Jacksonville marched toward the playoffs.
After returning from a hip injury sustained in Week 5, Strange supplanted Brian Thomas Jr. as the "WR3" (16.6% share) and even led the team in red-zone targets (14). Plus, the added cardio has only allowed us to see more of his athletic ability, as his yards per route run (9th among all TEs in '25 – min. 10 games played) and YAC per reception picked up between Years 2 and 3.
But I'll admit Strange's situation is, well, strange! The Jaguars traded for and compensated Jakobi Meyers for bringing the passing game to life and got a breakout performance from their 6th-round WR out of the same draft class. Oh, and Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter are still there. The "lot of mouths to feed" argument will keep Strange's draft-cost down, but let's not forget his productivity and utility within this offense. — Chris Allen
After the Rashid Shaheed trade, Johnson was the TE5 in yards per game and TE8 in receptions per game from Week 10 on. With Jordyn Tyson out until the Week 6-9 range, Johnson should start out strong, as this is the same Saints receiving corps as it was during that explosive sample. The Saints have the advantages of playing against the NFC South, playing indoors and operating in the No. 1 neutral pace offense. Johnson is also good! Watch him!
#strange
Breakouts tend to exist at the intersection of talent and situation. And for Brenton Strange, the talent piece of the equation isn't hard to see. Since joining the Jaguars in '23, Strange's routes and target share have been on an upward trajectory. The Penn State product barely saw the field his rookie season (2.2% target rate), but he evolved into one of Trevor Lawrence's go-to options as Jacksonville marched toward the playoffs.
After returning from a hip injury sustained in Week 5, Strange supplanted Brian Thomas Jr. as the "WR3" (16.6% share) and even led the team in red-zone targets (14). Plus, the added cardio has only allowed us to see more of his athletic ability, as his yards per route run (9th among all TEs in '25 – min. 10 games played) and YAC per reception picked up between Years 2 and 3.
But I'll admit Strange's situation is, well, strange! The Jaguars traded for and compensated Jakobi Meyers for bringing the passing game to life and got a breakout performance from their 6th-round WR out of the same draft class. Oh, and Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter are still there. The "lot of mouths to feed" argument will keep Strange's draft-cost down, but let's not forget his productivity and utility within this offense. — Chris Allen
After the Rashid Shaheed trade, Johnson was the TE5 in yards per game and TE8 in receptions per game from Week 10 on. With Jordyn Tyson out until the Week 6-9 range, Johnson should start out strong, as this is the same Saints receiving corps as it was during that explosive sample. The Saints have the advantages of playing against the NFC South, playing indoors and operating in the No. 1 neutral pace offense. Johnson is also good! Watch him!
#strange
2 months ago
Global data center energy usage is expected to rise 26% by 2026 to 565 terawatt-hours, while overall data center power demand will soar by 27% to 132 gigawatts. As grid capacity limits become the most significant bottleneck for hyperscalers, standby and prime continuous power generation systems have evolved into mission-critical equipment. For industrial **** ans Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) and **** mins Inc. (NYSE:CMI), the steady demand for distributed power, along with strong North American construction expenditures, is driving record backlogs and prompting full-year guidance increases across the board.
The convergence of infrastructure investment and AI power demand was clearly visible when Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) released its second-quarter 2026 results on August 4. Total sales increased 24% year-over-year to $20.5 billion, while adjusted earnings per share hit $8.17, greatly exceeding the $6.20 **** yst average expectation and igniting a 9% premarket stock rise. Operating margins increased to 20.9% from 17.3% the previous year, indicating a significant improvement in efficiency. Construction Industries led the way, growing 35% to $8.3 billion on a 50% increase in North American demand, while Power & Energy increased 17% to $8.2 billion.
Trade difficulties also eased during the quarter. After incurring a $710 million negative manufacturing cost hit largely from tariffs in Q1, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) reduced its full-year tariff forecast to approximately $2.2 billion (down from $2.2-$2.6 billion) and won $392 million in tariff recoveries under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Cash generation was also strong, with operating cash flow of $4.4 billion. Management increased full-year revenue expectations to mid- to high-teens percentage growth (up from low-double-digits), while returning $2.2 billion to shareholders in Q2 alone, including $1.5 billion in share buybacks and $0.7 billion in cash dividends.
In the same vein, **** mins Inc. (NYSE:CMI) told a very similar story of power-driven demand. The company reported record revenue of $9.5 billion, GAAP net income of $932 million, an EBITDA margin of 17.5%, and diluted earnings per share of $6.73. Synchronized demand from North American on-highway transport, Chinese construction activity, and high-performance generator sets for commercial data centers all helped operations.
Cummins Inc. (NYSE:CMI) increased its full-year revenue guide for 2026 to 10-13% growth (up from 8-11%) and its full-year EBITDA margin forecast to 18.0-18.5% (up from 17.75-18.5%). The company also maintained a disciplined capital deployment strategy, returning $501 million to shareholders in the quarter through dividends and buybacks.
#caterpillar
The convergence of infrastructure investment and AI power demand was clearly visible when Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) released its second-quarter 2026 results on August 4. Total sales increased 24% year-over-year to $20.5 billion, while adjusted earnings per share hit $8.17, greatly exceeding the $6.20 **** yst average expectation and igniting a 9% premarket stock rise. Operating margins increased to 20.9% from 17.3% the previous year, indicating a significant improvement in efficiency. Construction Industries led the way, growing 35% to $8.3 billion on a 50% increase in North American demand, while Power & Energy increased 17% to $8.2 billion.
Trade difficulties also eased during the quarter. After incurring a $710 million negative manufacturing cost hit largely from tariffs in Q1, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:CAT) reduced its full-year tariff forecast to approximately $2.2 billion (down from $2.2-$2.6 billion) and won $392 million in tariff recoveries under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Cash generation was also strong, with operating cash flow of $4.4 billion. Management increased full-year revenue expectations to mid- to high-teens percentage growth (up from low-double-digits), while returning $2.2 billion to shareholders in Q2 alone, including $1.5 billion in share buybacks and $0.7 billion in cash dividends.
In the same vein, **** mins Inc. (NYSE:CMI) told a very similar story of power-driven demand. The company reported record revenue of $9.5 billion, GAAP net income of $932 million, an EBITDA margin of 17.5%, and diluted earnings per share of $6.73. Synchronized demand from North American on-highway transport, Chinese construction activity, and high-performance generator sets for commercial data centers all helped operations.
Cummins Inc. (NYSE:CMI) increased its full-year revenue guide for 2026 to 10-13% growth (up from 8-11%) and its full-year EBITDA margin forecast to 18.0-18.5% (up from 17.75-18.5%). The company also maintained a disciplined capital deployment strategy, returning $501 million to shareholders in the quarter through dividends and buybacks.
#caterpillar
3 months ago
The Arizona Cardinals defense got a significant boost on Thursday, Aug. 20, with cornerback Garrett Williams activated off the physically unable to perform list.
Williams tore his Achilles in December and was initially targeting a midseason return. But over the course of the offseason, his progress evolved faster than the Cardinals had expected, enabling Thursday's move.
Head coach Mike LaFleur said that there is still a process to fully reintegrate Williams into practice participation. The Cardinals, though, have more than three weeks until their regular season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sept. 13. It seems likely, then, that Williams will be ready to start in that game.
If that's the case, he will take over as the Cardinals' nickel cornerback, a role that has been filled by Sean Murphy-Bunting during training camp.
"Right now, the plan is to play him inside," LaFleur said. "... He does some really good stuff on the inside. Not that he can't on the outside, but that's where we'll start."
#lafleur #start #achilles
Williams tore his Achilles in December and was initially targeting a midseason return. But over the course of the offseason, his progress evolved faster than the Cardinals had expected, enabling Thursday's move.
Head coach Mike LaFleur said that there is still a process to fully reintegrate Williams into practice participation. The Cardinals, though, have more than three weeks until their regular season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sept. 13. It seems likely, then, that Williams will be ready to start in that game.
If that's the case, he will take over as the Cardinals' nickel cornerback, a role that has been filled by Sean Murphy-Bunting during training camp.
"Right now, the plan is to play him inside," LaFleur said. "... He does some really good stuff on the inside. Not that he can't on the outside, but that's where we'll start."
#lafleur #start #achilles
