Mckenna Grace was seen out and about in New York City this Friday as part of an ongoing press tour for her upcoming film "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping." The actress sported quite the striking look, dressed in an eye-catching Gucci midi-dress along with a pair of gold heeled sandals. Styled by Molly **** son, Grace opted for a sparkling outfit this Friday. The star wore a see-through, long-sleeved A-line sequin dress that sported bold geometrical patterns in shades of red, blue, and gold with a bit of gray-black paneling near the hemline. Mckenna Grace in Midtown on October 23, 2026. GC Images Grace was smart when it came to her choice of footwear, selecting shoes that complimented her rather magnetic gown without overpowering an already intense look. She wore what appeared to be Jeffrey Campbell Obsession sandals in Gold Patent. The shoes were minimalist but classy, featuring an ankle buckle, curved stiletto heel, and a single slender strap near the toe. The golden shade paired quite well with the flecks of yellow on Grace's dress, making for an arresting, well-coordinated ensemble. Mckenna Grace's gold heels that she wore in New York City this Friday. As of late, Grace has been doing a
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Modern football is a game of two parts: the first hour or so, dictated by carefully curated gameplans and training ground patterns; and the final half-hour when a flurry of substitutes come on, rigid structures fade away and a match opens at the seams. ***** nal were dire for most of this game at the City Ground, shut out by Nottingham Forest's red wall. But yet again the power of Mikel Arteta's "finishers" decided a match.
Noni Madueke was sent on at half-time for Eberechi Eze, who had been statuesque at his station on the left touchline, which, in fairness, is not his position. With the clock ticking towards 80 minutes, Madueke did what Eze hadn't and drove at Forest's defence before unleashing a shot, which took a fortunate deflection off Jair Cunha on its way past the helpless Matz Sels. It went down as ***** nal's only shot on target, and in truth it might have been curling wide.
This was the third game in a row in which Arteta rang the changes in the second half as his team struggled to click, after Leeds last weekend and Lille in midweek. Once again he made a triple substitution on 65 minutes, sending on Jurrien Timber, Mikel Merino and Viktor Gyokeres, and once again a stubborn defence was worn down in the final stages. No Premier League side has generated more goals and ***** ists from the bench since the start of last season.
Noni Madueke scored the only goal of the game (Reuters)
Forest were excellent in their determination to blunt ***** nal's attack. Like Eze, Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka had little joy, and Oliver Glasner took positives from a performance of cohesion and spirit. Liam Delap was a brilliant nuisance in attack and could have equalised in the final minutes but for Ezri Konsa's last-ditch block. Murillo nearly scored the goal of the season, dribbling in from the left touchline before curling just over the bar with one of the last kicks. But Forest remain third from bottom after a third successive defeat, and their wait for a first home goal of the season goes on.

#final #minutes #Third

Michelle Obama posted a photo of herself and American educator and activist Opal Lee on Instagram.
Her all-black look centered on a Toteme skirt with floral details.
She kept the rest of the look simple with a sleeveless black top and black heels.
Michelle Obama understands the power of an all-black outfit. Over the years, she has played with a variety of colorways and unique patterns, but her latest look shows why her style remains a favorite among the masses.
In a new post shared on Instagram, the former first lady took to celebrate her friend and activist Opal Lee's birthday by sharing a sweet photo of the two.

#opal

Ana de Armas brought dazzling high-fashion glamour to Paris as she attended the prestigious La Légion d'Honneur ceremony. The actress captivated onlookers by stepping out in an archival Louis Vuitton creation by Nicolas Ghesquière. Styled by Samantha McMillen, her shimmering look seamlessly blended rock-and-roll glam with classic French sophistication.
Ana de Armas selected a striking black sequin micro minidress from the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2015 runway collection. Designed by creative director Nicolas Ghesquière, the archival garment featured a high rounded collar and structured shoulders.
Intricate lace-like sequin patterns covered the entire fabric, shimmering with every slight movement. Fitted long sleeves balanced the ultra-short hemline that barely skimmed her thighs. Thousands of delicate black sequins caught the room's warm lights, creating a dramatic metallic sheen.
Her expert beauty team complemented the bold dress with effortless styling choices. Stylist Samantha McMillen chose the vintage piece, while Owen Gould styled Ana's brunette hair in soft waves. Makeup artist Charlotte Prevel completed the look with a luminous complexion, subtle liner, and nude gloss.
The actress posed indoors before stepping out to the official Paris event. Standing near a tall glass door, she looked straight into the camera lens with calm confidence. Her reflection behind her showed off the snug fit and detailed craftsmanship from every angle.

#armas #nicolas #samantha

If you're trying to build a consumer-focused corner of your portfolio that can grow through a lot of different economic backdrops, three names stand out right now: Church & Dwight Co. (NYSE: CHD), YETI Holdings (NYSE: YETI), and Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL). Each of these is making deliberate moves in 2026 and into 2027 that communicate to me more about their future than any single rocky quarter's earnings line.
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Church & Dwight has built its identity on everyday products like baking soda, laundry detergents, and cleaners that quietly show up in millions of homes. In May 2026, it moved to deepen that footprint by buying the Miss Mouth's Messy Eater brand, a fast-growing, non-toxic stain remover built for parents. It's a small thing on paper, but it fits this successful company's patterns: Keep layering niche, repeat-use products into an existing distribution machine instead of chasing flashy new categories.
The company's first-quarter 2026 update backs that strategy up. Organic sales rose 5% even though reported net sales were basically flat due to past portfolio pruning, per company management. Management described 2026 as a year of "volume-driven" organic growth, meaning they're focused on selling more units to real customers, not just leaning on price increases. On top of that, Church & Dwight extended its long dividend record yet again. Although it is not quite a Dividend King, it has consistently raised its dividend for 29 years.
For investors, my advice here is straightforward: Treat Church & Dwight as a core holding in a consumer bucket. It's unlikely to deliver fireworks in a single year, but it keeps making acquisitions to deepen its understanding of existing categories.

#flashing #organic

Citi has begun coverage of the newly listed The Magnum Ice Cream Company (EURONEXT:MICC, LSE:MICC, NYSE:MICC) with a lukewarm "neutral" rating, warning that the maker of the eponymous chocolate-coated lollies faces a tougher year ahead after a **** per summer.
The broker set a target price of €17.7 on the shares, arguing that kind weather and solid delivery on cost cuts have already pushed Magnum's valuation up to broadly match its European food peers, leaving little room for further gains.
Citi's central doubt is whether the good times can last. A durable re-rating, it said, takes more than one strong season, and history suggests companies leaning on cost-saving stories rarely hold on to lofty valuations for long.
Several clouds loom over next year. The broker flagged the risk that El Niño weather patterns push up ingredient costs in the second half of 2027, which could expose how sensitive take-home ice cream sales are to price rises.
It also cited the spread of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs as a potential drag on demand, alongside the usual uncertainty over weather comparisons.

#micc #year

Solana (SOL) has been trading relatively range-bound lately, but bulls have managed to defend the $100 psychological threshold ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision.
The macroeconomic backdrop continues to be challenging for cryptocurrencies, as inflation in the United States is nearly 200 basis points higher than the central bank's target.
Odds of a rate hike in September have now jumped to 62%, up from a recent low of 50%. Meanwhile, the Treasury Department's decision to triple its bond buybacks did little to change the market's cautious attitude.
As a result, the latest crypto rally has stalled, with SOL experiencing a mild 0.7% advance in the past 7 days.
However, an on-chain metric seems to be indicating that a massive price move is about to take place based on historical patterns.

#rate #meanwhile

Meghan Markle could rethink her fashion choices as she settles into life in Britain, according to a style expert. Her UK return may bring a wardrobe that blends California ease with more practical British dressing. The ***** ss of Sussex spent six years in California, where her style embraced relaxed silhouettes, linen pieces, white hats, and casual accessories.
Lauren Bulla believes Meghan Markle's fashion could shift again, especially if she continues living in the Cotswolds. "As Meghan has lived in California for six years, it's expected her style would shift towards a Montecito vibe," Bulla told "GB News". She noted that Meghan embraced "more relaxed fits" and casual pieces during her time in California.
However, Bulla expects Meghan to bring some British influences back into her wardrobe. "We can also expect Meghan to adhere to harking back to British societal expectations with higher necklines and structured garments while still keeping with casual elements – wearing a pair of jeans and trainers."
The countryside could influence her choices too. Bulla predicts that Meghan may reach for wellies, trainers, trench coats, crossbody bags, and muted neutral patterns if the Cotswolds become her main base.
Meanwhile, autumn weather could push Meghan toward heavier fabrics. Bulla expects her to swap lightweight linen for weather-appropriate materials while mixing casual staples with polished tailoring. "There's a lot of speculation about what her style will be like back in the UK," Bulla said. The expert added, "There will likely be some playful looks as well as formal ones."

#british

Meghan Markle could rethink her fashion choices as she settles into life in Britain, according to a style expert. Her UK return may bring a wardrobe that blends California ease with more practical British dressing. The ******* ss of Sussex spent six years in California, where her style embraced relaxed silhouettes, linen pieces, white hats, and casual accessories.
Lauren Bulla believes Meghan Markle's fashion could shift again, especially if she continues living in the Cotswolds. "As Meghan has lived in California for six years, it's expected her style would shift towards a Montecito vibe," Bulla told "GB News". She noted that Meghan embraced "more relaxed fits" and casual pieces during her time in California.
However, Bulla expects Meghan to bring some British influences back into her wardrobe. "We can also expect Meghan to adhere to harking back to British societal expectations with higher necklines and structured garments while still keeping with casual elements – wearing a pair of jeans and trainers."
The countryside could influence her choices too. Bulla predicts that Meghan may reach for wellies, trainers, trench coats, crossbody bags, and muted neutral patterns if the Cotswolds become her main base.
Meanwhile, autumn weather could push Meghan toward heavier fabrics. Bulla expects her to swap lightweight linen for weather-appropriate materials while mixing casual staples with polished tailoring. "There's a lot of speculation about what her style will be like back in the UK," Bulla said. The expert added, "There will likely be some playful looks as well as formal ones."

#fashion

So often pitchers' duels don't really stand up to the hype, but today's matchup between two former Stetson Hatters – the Mariners' Logan Gilbert and the Rangers' Jacob deGrom – delivered on all that promise and then some. The two pitchers combined for 23 strikeouts, and deGrom carried a perfect game through five innings. In true pitching duel style, it looked like the pitcher who blinked first would come out on the short end, but despite Logan Gilbert making a couple of mistakes, his offense was able to pick him up and deliver him the win. Bragging rights are fun; wins are better. (Gilbert also gets the honor of leading MLB in whiffs today: 24 to deGrom's 20, despite having one fewer strikeout than deGrom.)
This all being said, it was a slog for the Mariners early on. The best at-bat the first time through the order for the Mariners went to – surprise, surprise – Cal Raleigh, who battled deGrom for nine pitches before striking out on deGrom's fastest fastball of the day, a 99.6 mph heater (my campaign for decimal points on the ribbon board in the stadium, which read 100, continues unabated). But the Mariners did fight deGrom, getting themselves into good counts and forcing him into the zone; he finished the second inning at 37 pitches, compared to Gilbert's 24.
But it only took two pitches to offset that work in the third. Nicky Lopez was able to take 96 up and in from Gilbert and find a hole on the infield, and one batter later, with two outs, Joc Pederson jumped a first-pitch slider for a two-run homer. It wasn't a terrible pitch from Gilbert, away from Pederson but probably still too much on the plate; Gilbert had struck Pederson out on the slider in his first at-bat. The slider was particularly nasty today, with an eye-popping 75% whiff rate. He led with the pitch, throwing it 40 times, 12 times to start off an at-bat, which feels like a different sequence than he's used. Gilbert credits Cal for coming up with a good game plan, especially after he felt like he fell into some predictable patterns in his last time out against the A's.
"Like with Joc, we got him with the slider early, so he probably thought we were going to it next time," explained Gilbert. "But then also other guys, we went heavy spin, like with Duran, and then next time went three or four straight fastballs. So I think we did a good job there. They're trying to look at how we're probably scouting them, and then next time through, maybe pitch them different. I think Cal did a good job there."
But deGrom was just as tough on the other side. After striking out eight times in the first three innings, the Mariners hitters decided to try a different strategy the second time through the order. That also didn't work, as they let deGrom cruise through the fourth on nine pitches, keeping his perfect game intact.

#degrom #like #pitch

Sep. 7—GRAND FORKS — Eric Schmidt's coaching background is deep in evening kickoffs.
He was an ******* istant during UND's era in the western-based Big Sky Conference. He has coaching stops at Fresno State, Washington and San Diego State.
Now, as head coach of the Fighting Hawks, Schmidt says he doesn't plan to overthink a 9 p.m. central kickoff time at Portland State on Saturday.
UND, 2-0 with a pair of blowout wins in Grand Forks, takes to the road for the first time this season. The Hawks will travel late Friday afternoon with a new No. 6 ranking in Monday's release of the Stats Perform FCS Top 25.
"I think you don't make too big of a deal about it," Schmidt said. "I can remember teams when we were on the West Coast, making a huge deal about it. How they're going to change their sleeping patterns, how they're going to travel, all that kind of stuff. Honestly, it's probably harder coming back. The next week is where really you feel it a lot of times.

#time

Marine pilots moving from the newly retired Harrier to the F-35 must unlearn old instincts.
The F-35 eases much of the physical work of flying, but gives pilots far more data to manage.
Former Harrier pilots say breaking those patterns takes repeated simulator training and practice.
The first time a former Marine Harrier pilot brings an F-35 fighter jet in to land on the deck of an amphibious warship, skills honed by hundreds of hours in the old jet might work against them in the new Lightning II.
The AV-8B Harrier, the Marine Corps' short take-off and vertical-landing fighter, saw its pilots carefully manage three different controls — one to control direction, an engine throttle, and a nozzle lever that directed engine thrust, allowing the aircraft to hover.

#harrier #pilots #former #fighter

I spend a lot of time ***** yzing exchange-traded funds (ETFs) here. And while you might think that's because I've ***** yzed those securities individually for a long time (I have), the thing about ETF ***** ysis is this: if you do enough of it, for enough years, you start to see patterns of behavior. And while they don't always immediately say "buy this" or "sell this," they do something I think is at least as important to traders and investors.
ETFs can help us figure out when early risk has a shot of becoming big risk. Which often leads to big losses. And I'm all about minimizing that.
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#etfs #risk #load

Palantir Technologies' stock jumped approximately 8% on Thursday, recovering from the previous session's nearly 6% decline and trading near $183.
The rebound came even as prominent short-seller Michael Burry, known for his role in "The Big Short," renewed his long-standing bearish critique of the company.
In a detailed post on X early Thursday, Burry reiterated that Palantir is back in the stratosphere and that the facts have not changed. He described the firm as a consultant riding a bubble of AI FOMO demand and warned that its market cap could eventually fall well below $100 billion.
Burry focused on accounts receivable trends, noting that receivables had grown faster than revenue in 9 of the last 12 quarters, with one customer accounting for about 25% of receivables while contributing less than 10% of revenue.
He also highlighted rising days sales outstanding, deferred revenue patterns resembling those of consulting firms like Accenture rather than pure SaaS peers, elevated stock-based compensation, and large net operating losses. Burry disclosed that he remains short the stock and holds put options.

#Stock #revenue

Baron Capital, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for its "Baron Global Opportunity Fund". The letter can be downloaded here. The fund achieved a strong quarter, gaining 26.7% (Institutional Shares), exceeding a 14.9% gain for the MSCI ACWI Index (the Index), and a 19.8% gain for the MSCI ACWI Growth Index. YTD, the Fund is up 20.6% compared to gains of 11.3% and 10.6% for the benchmarks, respectively. In mid-2026, market patterns show similarities to the previous year, following three years of over 25% gains driven by a healthy economy and AI investments. Elevated geopolitical risks persisted, with a pullback likely. A tariff-related market dip was followed by a recovery, reflecting a growing market indifference to geopolitical uncertainties. Similarly, airstrikes against Iran and subsequent tension led to an initial market sell-off, yet a lull in hostilities led to a strong market rally. The Fund noted significant outperformance, credited to stock selection and sector allocation, with 1,173bps of overall outperformance relative to the Index. It excelled in developed markets while underperforming in emerging markets, particularly due to a spectacular rise in Korea. The Fund remains optimistic about its investments and seeks attractive opportunities. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Baron Global Opportunity Fund highlighted DPC Holdings PLC (NYSE:DPC) as a new addition. DPC Holdings PLC (NYSE:DPC) manufacturers engine products, including complex precision cast components and nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys for aerospace, industrial gas turbine and transportation industries. On September 1, 2026, DPC Holdings PLC (NYSE:DPC) closed at $41.48 per share. Over the past month, DPC Holdings PLC (NYSE:DPC) declined 20.69%. DPC Holdings PLC (NYSE:DPC) has a market capitalization of $6.02 billion.
Baron Global Opportunity Fund stated the following regarding DPC Holdings PLC (NYSE:DPC) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
We also initiated a new position in DPC Holdings PLC (NYSE:DPC), a leading manufacturer of precision-cast superalloy components – the turbine blades, vanes, and structural castings that must perform under very harsh operating conditions including very high temperatures (1000c) and high pressure. These parts go into both commercial aircraft engines and industrial gas turbines (IGT) that generate electricity. The company occupies a hard-to-replicate market positioning as a critical supplier of the inner parts of an engine that only a handful of qualified manufacturers in the world are capable of producing.
Since the company began its turnaround in 2020 after over a decade under poor ownership, with the leadership of CEO Mike Quinn, who spent over a decade at Precision Castparts, and Co Chairperson of the Board Dirkson Charles, who built and currently is CEO of aerospace and defense proprietary parts provider

Baron Capital, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for its "Baron Global Opportunity Fund". The letter can be downloaded here. The fund achieved a strong quarter, gaining 26.7% (Institutional Shares), exceeding a 14.9% gain for the MSCI ACWI Index (the Index), and a 19.8% gain for the MSCI ACWI Growth Index. YTD, the Fund is up 20.6% compared to gains of 11.3% and 10.6% for the benchmarks, respectively. In mid-2026, market patterns show similarities to the previous year, following three years of over 25% gains driven by a healthy economy and AI investments. Elevated geopolitical risks persisted, with a pullback likely. A tariff-related market dip was followed by a recovery, reflecting a growing market indifference to geopolitical uncertainties. Similarly, airstrikes against Iran and subsequent tension led to an initial market sell-off, yet a lull in hostilities led to a strong market rally. The Fund noted significant outperformance, credited to stock selection and sector allocation, with 1,173bps of overall outperformance relative to the Index. It excelled in developed markets while underperforming in emerging markets, particularly due to a spectacular rise in Korea. The Fund remains optimistic about its investments and seeks attractive opportunities. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Baron Global Opportunity Fund highlighted CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD). CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD), a leading cybersecurity technology company, contributed 2.23% to the fund's performance this quarter. On September 1, 2026, CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD) closed at $215.07 per share. Over the past month, CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD) declined 2.01%, but its shares are up 99.08% over the past year. CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD) has a market capitalization of $220.22 billion.
Baron Global Opportunity Fund stated the following regarding CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Leading cloud-native cybersecurity platform CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD) contributed to performance during the quarter with the stock up 95.6% as the market increasingly recognized the company as one of the primary beneficiaries of enterprise AI adoption. As organizations increasingly adopt AI, cybersecurity has moved to the forefront of C-suite concerns, and CrowdStrike is well positioned to potentially benefit as a leading platform with unmatched data and a large installed base that helps it defend better against breaches. That standing was reinforced when CrowdStrike was named a launch partner in major AI-industry security collaborations, including Anthropic's Project Glasswing and OpenAI's Trusted Access for Cyber program, underscoring its role in addressing new security challenges created by AI. This is already translating into demand. CrowdStrike's AI detection

Baron Capital, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for its "Baron Global Opportunity Fund". The letter can be downloaded here. The fund achieved a strong quarter, gaining 26.7% (Institutional Shares), exceeding a 14.9% gain for the MSCI ACWI Index (the Index), and a 19.8% gain for the MSCI ACWI Growth Index. YTD, the Fund is up 20.6% compared to gains of 11.3% and 10.6% for the benchmarks, respectively. In mid-2026, market patterns show similarities to the previous year, following three years of over 25% gains driven by a healthy economy and AI investments. Elevated geopolitical risks persisted, with a pullback likely. A tariff-related market dip was followed by a recovery, reflecting a growing market indifference to geopolitical uncertainties. Similarly, airstrikes against Iran and subsequent tension led to an initial market sell-off, yet a lull in hostilities led to a strong market rally. The Fund noted significant outperformance, credited to stock selection and sector allocation, with 1,173bps of overall outperformance relative to the Index. It excelled in developed markets while underperforming in emerging markets, particularly due to a spectacular rise in Korea. The Fund remains optimistic about its investments and seeks attractive opportunities. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Baron Global Opportunity Fund highlighted Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU). Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) is a leading digital banking platform, which detracted from the fund's performance this quarter. On September 01, 2026, Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) closed at $14.46 per share. Over the past month, Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) returned 3.21%, but its shares are up 0.30% over the past year. Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) has a market capitalization of $69.85 billion.
Baron Global Opportunity Fund stated the following regarding Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Shares of Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) underperformed during the quarter, declining 7.1% following a weaker-than-expected 1Q26 earnings release. Provisions exceeded expectations by 37%, resulting in a 7% earnings miss and raising investor concerns about the near term outlook for credit costs and profitability. The unexpected departure of the CFO also weighed on sentiment. Concerns were further compounded by management's ambitions in the U.S., where the competitive landscape is materially more mature and the long-term returns on incremental investment remain less certain. That said, the CEO subsequently outlined a more measured approach to U.S. expansion (limiting investment to 1% of revenues over 2026-2027) and capital deployment, which provided us with greater comfort regarding execution and resource allocation. We viewed the market's reaction as an attractive opportunity to increase our position, taking advantage of the pullback in the share price. While these developm

Baron Capital, an investment management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for its "Baron Global Opportunity Fund". The letter can be downloaded here. The fund achieved a strong quarter, gaining 26.7% (Institutional Shares), exceeding a 14.9% gain for the MSCI ACWI Index (the Index), and a 19.8% gain for the MSCI ACWI Growth Index. YTD, the Fund is up 20.6% compared to gains of 11.3% and 10.6% for the benchmarks, respectively. In mid-2026, market patterns show similarities to the previous year, following three years of over 25% gains driven by a healthy economy and AI investments. Elevated geopolitical risks persisted, with a pullback likely. A tariff-related market dip was followed by a recovery, reflecting a growing market indifference to geopolitical uncertainties. Similarly, airstrikes against Iran and subsequent tension led to an initial market sell-off, yet a lull in hostilities led to a strong market rally. The Fund noted significant outperformance, credited to stock selection and sector allocation, with 1,173bps of overall outperformance relative to the Index. It excelled in developed markets while underperforming in emerging markets, particularly due to a spectacular rise in Korea. The Fund remains optimistic about its investments and seeks attractive opportunities. Also, check the fund's top five holdings to see its best picks in 2026.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Baron Global Opportunity Fund highlighted Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:WIX). Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:WIX), a cloud-based web development platform for registered users and creators, detracted from the fund's performance this quarter. On September 1, 2026, Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:WIX) closed at $88.38 per share. Over the past month, Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:WIX) returned 40.93%, and its shares are down 37.09% over the past year. Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:WIX) has a market capitalization of $3.7 billion.
Baron Global Opportunity Fund stated the following regarding Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:WIX) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Shares of Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:WIX), a cloud-based platform for building and managing websites and online businesses, declined 51.0% during the second quarter. The stock came under pressure as growth in the company's core business decelerated, with bookings and new user cohorts softening relative to prior quarters. While the newer AI-driven offering (Base 44) continued to grow, it was not enough to offset slowing momentum in the established core business, raising questions about the durability of the overall growth algorithm. We had valued Wix for its combination of durable subscription revenue, expanding free cash flow, and disciplined capital returns, but the deceleration in the core business undermined a central pillar of our thesis. We have therefore exited the position during the quarter, redeploying capital toward opportunities with clearer growth trajectories."

#quarter

Companies in the private sector added 38,000 jobs in August, payroll processing firm ADP said in its latest report on Wednesday.
The figure is below economists' estimates of a gain of 48,000 jobs and down from the prior month's revised 46,000 payrolls. August's figure is the lowest since January.
"Pay can tell us a lot about today's choppy hiring," said Nela Richardson, ADP's chief economist. "To understand hiring patterns, you have to look deeply into where pay growth is accelerating, where it's slowing, and for whom. Once-predictable wage growth has been overtaken by the complexities of demographic change, persistent inflation, and AI's effects on jobs."
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Education and health services added 45,000 positions, leading job creation in August. Leisure and hospitality added 16,000, and financial activities and other services each gained 6,000.

#added #Growth #Services #january

Calendar dates are not supposed to matter in efficient markets. Stock prices should reflect a company's cash flows, as well as sentiment toward macroeconomic variables such as interest rates. The fact that Labor Day is right around the corner shouldn't matter. Yet for nearly a century, one month has exhibited a noticeably different pattern from the rest of the year.
September is the only month in which the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) has posted a negative long-run average return, down roughly 1.1% between 1928 and 2025. While there is no single reason for September's historical weakness, much of the declines are attributed to portfolio managers returning from summer vacations and rebalancing their portfolios. This means liquidity that had thinned out during July and August has to absorb new selling pressure.
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Investors should care because the September Effect is influential enough to manifest in even the most crowded growth trades. Let's explore what that could mean for artificial intelligence (AI) stocks.
One practical reason to notice patterns around September is concentration risk. When a handful of richly valued growth stocks dominate the S&P 500, a seasonally weak month can turn into a harsher de-risking event rather than a gentle period of digestion. That is the setting in which AI stocks now sit. More specifically, the largest AI companies, known as the "Magnificent Seven" -- Nvidia, Apple, Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, Tesla, and Meta Platforms -- now make up nearly 34% of the S&P 500's value.

#month #stocks #flashing

Goal scoring patterns are the cornerstone of football betting, shaping the most popular markets used by bettors and ******* ysts. Understanding how goals are distributed across matches offers vital context beyond unpredictable single-game outcomes. Recognising stable trends can support a more informed approach to interpreting betting markets.
Goal data is essential in mainstream football betting because it reveals patterns that guide market pricing and expectations, including on platforms such as Hurjaa. The most common football betting markets depend on how reliably teams score, with long-term goal patterns providing greater clarity than a single match result. Historical averages and shifts in tactical approach are important for anyone interested in understanding market movements. By identifying these trends, it becomes clearer why popular markets behave as they do.
Betting professionals and ******* ysts usually focus on specific metrics when evaluating goal scoring trends. League averages are a primary reference, since some competitions are known for frequent high-scoring games while others tend to be more defensive and produce fewer goals.
Comparisons between home and away performance help determine where teams are most effective or vulnerable. Timing of goals, such as whether teams score more in the opening or closing stages of matches, also contributes to understanding overall patterns.
Markets like over/under are directly influenced by overall goal rates and tactical shifts within leagues. When a competition moves towards more offensive or defensive play, the over/under lines reflect the new trend accordingly.

#patterns #understanding #scoring #trends

Susan Lucci is certainly a gorgeous woman, and a legend in daytime soap as Erica Kane in "All My Children." With over 40 years in TV, it comes as no surprise that Lucci has also developed her own personal sense of style. This was demonstrated when she selected a super-colorful gown to wear to her son's wedding for a mother-of-the-groom look that serves as the perfect inspo for older women. Lucci has long since shown her unique, eclectic fashion sense on the red carpet, proving that age is no barrier to having fun with fashion.
Unlike other Hollywood celebs today, Lucci doesn't seem to favor donning one-tone, neutral color palettes. Her wardrobe is filled with bright, vivid colors, patterns, and materials, and she's said before that she's prioritizing feeling and looking amazing, no matter what anyone thinks. "Keep on looking your best and feeling your best," Lucci exclusively shared with Today, per AARP. As such, here are some of Susan Lucci's best red carpet looks that demonstrate just how daring she is.
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2026 is looking to be a momentous year for Susan Lucci as she heralded her return to the big screen with the movie, "Outcome." She attended the premiere for the film in an eye-catching Oscar de la Renta dress, a strapless number in a beautiful pale blue with purple, floral motifs adorning the bodice and skirt. Although she left her neck bare, Lucci chose a pair of diamond tassel earrings that she showed off to full effect by putting her hair up in an elegant updo. Truly, she rocked this dress.

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Management attributed a June same-store sales decline of 7% to an 'extraordinary stretch' of at-home sports viewership, specifically the World Cup and NBA Finals, which disrupted typical weekend bowling patterns.
The company reported a 3.5-point improvement in same-store sales comps over the prior year, driven by strength in retail bowling, shoe revenue, and a significant 8% growth in food sales.
California remains the weakest market, comping at minus 4% compared to plus 1% for the rest of the company, prompting a leadership overhaul and a restructuring of the state's corporate sales organization.
Strategic integration of five directly managed water parks increased operational complexity but delivered double-digit per capita spending growth through disciplined revenue management.

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Achieved record quarterly profit driven by a long-term strategy of increasing VLCC exposure and voyage days during the post-COVID period.
Market strength is driven by extreme trade inefficiencies, including a 23% increase in idling days per VLCC, which have emerged despite an 82% reduction in crude oil exports from the Strait of Hormuz.
Observed a significant shift in trade patterns, with Atlantic Basin exports taking longer routes and Middle East exports increasingly relying on multi-stage ship-to-ship (STS) transfers.
Global oil supply is currently being sustained by aggressive inventory draws in the US, China, and OECD nations, which management views as a temporary cushion.

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Joey King joined her co-stars for the Practical Magic 2 London photocall this morning.
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We've established the patterns of this press tour pretty quickly. Maisie Williams looks set to continue paying homage to Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman is staying loyal to Chanel, and Joey appears committed to Miu Miu – specifically, see-through Miu Miu.
Because much like last night, Joey really wants us to see her underwear, and that was achieved once again with this lace Miu Miu top and skirt from the Spring 2026 collection.
There are elements I prefer here compared to the runway. Removing the layers at the neckline and waist gives the lace more room to register, while the floor-length skirt works better for a the mood of this photocall. But even with those changes, I'm still missing Joey's old style.

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Using bright colours, shapes, patterns and reflections, **** anese artist Yayoi Kusama, who has died at the age of 97, was known for creating extraordinary immersive worlds that delighted millions of people around the globe.
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Kusama emerged as part of the pop art movement - and was among a select group of artists whose work became truly popular with a mass audience, attracting crowds to exhibitions from Tokyo to New York and London.
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Her trademark polka dots covered entire galleries and giant sculptures, and she also used mirrors and lights to create the effect of shapes and patterns disappearing into infinity.

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Lady Marina Windsor is not your average royal — and she certainly does not dress like your average royal. As the great-great-granddaughter of King George V and Queen Mary of Teck, Marina is somewhat distantly related to Queen Elizabeth II. Marina's grandfather — Prince Edward, Duke of Kent — was the late queen's first cousin. This means that Elizabeth was Marina's first cousin twice removed.
While Marina's connection to royalty is undeniable, it's also not particularly strong. The late queen never considered Marina a member of her inner circle. The young aristocrat has never served the crown as a full-time working royal. What's more, Marina actually forfeited her place in the line of succession as a result of her dedication to Roman Catholicism — the religion of her Canadian-born mother.
The unusual combination of Marina's royal bloodline and her relative distance from the throne has given her a unique sartorial opportunity. While Marina does occasionally have to embrace some royal fashion rules, she also has the chance to push the bounds of what is considered acceptable clothing for women of her rank. By playing with bright colors, floral patterns, and more traditional cuts, Marina has developed a sense of style that defies all expectations. Rather than follow trends, the aristocrat has made a fashion category all of her own.
Read more: Here's How Much Each Member Of The Royal Family Is Really Worth
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When Spirit Airlines collapsed into bankruptcy, the headlines focused on grounded planes and stranded passengers. But the most consequential part of Spirit's liquidation was invisible: the sale of its trade‑secret dataset; decades of operational intelligence, human decision‑making patterns, proprietary algorithms, and workflow histories sold to Google for just $10 million. The real value is at least 10x by any reasonable measure OTHER than what they sold for in a time of liquidation. I would argue that Spirit could and should have had those **** ets valued and kept a running tally long before bankruptcy and, in fact, as a matter of diligence.
Court filings show Google acquired more than 100 million internal emails, 500 million Teams messages, 7.5 billion de‑identified passenger records, 7.2 billion competitor pricing observations, and 30 million lines of code during the bankruptcy auction. These were not mere "data." They were (assuming they were actually owned by Spirit and protected properly) Spirit's trade secrets—the accumulated operational knowledge of a 17,000‑employee enterprise.
And Spirit was forced to let them go for pennies.
This should alarm every CEO, board member, investor, and lender. Spirit's failure wasn't the auction, though they should have been able to attract many more bidders than the two that participated. It was the years preceding it. From all appearances, the airline never formally inventoried its trade secrets, never valued them, may or may not ever have protected them with proper rigor, and never insured them. When the crisis came, Spirit had no idea what it owned or what it was worth.

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Margaret Qualley brought high fashion to the outdoors in her stunning new cover story. Photographed by Talia Ryder and styled by Taylor McNeill for POP Magazine Issue 55 (Autumn/Winter 2026), the actress looked effortlessly glamorous. She effortlessly layered a shimmering designer look straight off the Chanel runway with her own relaxed streetwear pieces. Thus, her bold styling choices proved that classic tweed and sparkling textures can feel completely modern and cool.
For the Pop Magazine cover shot, Margaret Qualley sat outdoors while holding a small, adorable grey dog in her arms. She wore a striking ensemble from Chanel's Fall/Winter 2026 collection. Her outfit started with a classic tweed jacket. The jacket was woven with metallic gold, beige, and black plaid patterns. It featured vibrant red trim along the lapels and red ***** on details. The red accents also added a bold pop of color to the textured outer layer.
Beneath the jacket, Qualley wore her own bright red hoodie. The simple hoodie brought a playful street-style contrast to the luxury outfit. She paired the top layers with a blinding, iridescent metallic skirt. The shimmering skirt caught the light with rainbow-hued metallic tones.
What made the skirt stand out most was its daring silhouette. It was designed with not just one, but two dangerously high slits along the front. The double-slit cuts added plenty of movement and drama to the knee-length metallic piece.
With her long, dark hair draped naturally over one shoulder under the red hood, Qualley posed with a playful, candid facial expression. Her fresh-faced makeup and relaxed pose brought an easygoing, cool-girl vibe to the high-fashion Chanel look. Moreover, she pulled off a daring style risk with ease. By pairing high-end runway pieces with everyday wardrobe staples, Qualley created an unforgettable fashion moment that felt both bold and accessible.

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The euro currency is approaching a seasonal period that deserves the attention of both investors and active market participants. The optimal window lasts approximately 75 calendar days, providing enough time for longer-term traders to establish a bearish position while also allowing shorter-term traders to sell into and out of positions when the euro technical setups develop.
Seasonal patterns are not, by themselves, trade signals. They identify periods when a market has historically tended to move in a particular direction. The current fundamental environment, however, may support the euro's impending bearish pattern.
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