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Large Cap Stocks, Interest Rates, & Oil Prices Surge On Monday – $ADT $GOOG $INDP $LTRN $MODD $NVEI $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Who has a harder fight than he who is striving to overcome himself." - Thomas a Kempis         Happy Monday! I hope that all began well for you and yours this week.  As for the broad market, the large cap stock indices ended higher  across the board, ...

Stocks Push Lower As Interest Rates Drive Higher On Thursday – $AAPL $ADT $AMZN $GOOG $LTRN $MSFT Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "A will finds a way" -  Orison Swett Marden         Happy Thursday! I hope that your day has proved to be better than anyone could have reasonably expected.  As for the broad market, the large cap stock indices ended lower as interest rates pushed higher...

Stocks End Mixed As Interest Rates Rollup On Hump Day – $ADT $BTC $DECK $GETY $MODD $SHIP $SOUN Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "To live is to think." - Marcus Tullius Cicero         Happy Wednesday! I hope that hump day proved to be enjoyable and profitable.  As for the broad market, the large cap stock indices ended mixed, while facing an upward battle with interest rates as th...

Dow 30 Cracks 39k & AI Stocks Blast Off Again Tuesday As CPI Revealed – $INDP $LTRN $META $MODD $NVDA $ORCL Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Fortune favors the prepared mind." - Louis Pasteur         Happy Tuesday! I hope that the second day of the week treated you well.  As for the broad market, the large cap stock indices had a very positive day after Tuesday's CPI report revealed that F...

Dow 30 Lifts As Boeing Drops With CPI Is On Deck – $AAPL $ADT $BILI $BTC $GLD $GOOG $ORCL $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do." -  Johann Wolfgang von Goethe         Happy Monday! I hope that you had a wonderful beginning to your workweek and/or that you are independently wealthy and are relaxing somewhere...

Stock Market Gains As AI Trade Surges While Interest Rates Pull Back Thursday – $GLD $LTRN $META $NVDA $NYCB $PLTR $SMCI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Life is given to us, we earn it by giving it." - Rabindranath Tagore         Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a marvelous day in the markets and otherwise. As for the broad market, the major stock indices & all things 'AI" related seemed to surge...

Fed Chair’s Pitch ‘Boosts’ Stocks On Wednesday – $ADT $COIN $CRWD $LTRN $NYCB $PLTR $SMCI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "No one can figure out your worth but you." - Pearl Bailey         Happy Hump Day ! I hope that you knocked it out of the park today in many ways. As for the broad market, the major stock indices closed higher across the board, essentially reversing this...

Equities Broadly Pull Back Again On Tuesday As Fear & Gold Prices Jump – $ADT $GLD $LTRN $MODD $SMCI $TGT $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "When you doubt, abstain." -Ambrose Bierce       Happy Tuesday! I hope that you managed to make the second day of the week turn out to be even better than your first. As for the broad market, the major stock indices closed lower across the board for the second ...

Stocks Drift Lower Monday Ahead Of Fed Chair Jerry Powell’s Midweek Speech – $BTC $COIN $DECK $INDP $INVO $LTRN $SMCI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Don't grieve. Anything you lose comes round in another form." - Rumi       Happy Monday! I hope that all has kicked off well for you this week. As for the broad market, the major stock indices closed lower across the board to begin the week as stock wavered a...

Disinflationary Data Powers Equities Forward On Thursday – $ADT $DECK $INDP $MODD $PSTG $SOUN $VANI Rise!

Quote of the Day --"The secret of your future is hidden in your daily routine." - Mike Murdock       Happy Thursday! I hope that all proceeded to plan for you today. As for the broad market, the major stock indices rolled on forward across the board as PCE or inflation data came l...

Stocks Waiver Prior to Thursday’s PCE Price Index Reveal But Bitcoin Ignites- $ADT $BTC $DECK $INDP $LTRN $MODD $VANI $VKTX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "You can never plan the future by the past." - Edmund Burke       Happy Hump Day! I hope that your middle of the week experience has been grand or even worth one hundred grand. As for the broad market, the major stock indices seemed to relatively lope along in...

Russell 2000, Bitcoin, & Biotech Stocks Jump On Tuesday – $ARKK $BTC $INDP $JANX $LTRN $VKTX $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day --"I believe that every human mind feels pleasure in doing good to another." - Thomas Jefferson     Happy Tuesday! I hope that this second day of your workweek treated you kindly. As for the broad market, the large caps on the S&P 500 & the Nasdaq joined t...

Small Caps Move Higher As S&P 500 Reverses Course On Monday – $ARKK $CLDX $COIN $INDP $INVO $KRYS $LTRN $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --"Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they are great because of their passion." - Martha Graham     Happy First Day of The Week!   I hope that all started off well for you on this fine Monday. As for the broad market, large caps on the S...

AI & NVIDIA Euphoria Drives Stocks Higher on Thursday – $ARKK $DECK $INDP $IOVA $NVDA $SHIP $SMCI Rise!

Quote of the Day --"The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time." - Bertrand Russell     Happy Thursday! I hope that all is well with you on this third day of the holiday shortened week. The stocks today were essentially on fire post the euphoria that grew around AI stocks aft...

Stocks Capitulate On Wednesday As Investors Waited For AI Chip Making Giant NVIDIA’s Beat – $GOOG $INDP $IOVA $MODD $NEO $SHIP $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders." - Lao Tzu     Happy Hump Day! I hope that all is well with you on this second day of the holiday shortened week. The stocks today seemed to be in a wait and see mode waffling about in anticipation o...

Stocks & Yields Slide To Begin The President’s Day Holiday-Shortened Week – $DFS $INDP $IOVA $MODD $VZIO $WMT Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There is a thin line that separates laughter and pain, comedy and tragedy, humor and hurt." - Erma Bombeck     Happy Tuesday! I hope all is well on this first day back post the long President's Day holiday weekend. The stock market began the holiday-shortened...

Stocks Power Forward Again On Thursday – $ADT $COIN $INDP $META $MODD $PEGA $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Too often we... enjoy the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought." - John F. Kennedy     Happy Thursday! The stock market again rolled forward today in concert with another yield curve pullback as the 2-yr note closed at 4.56%, -2bps & the 10...

Stocks Rebound Widely On Valentine’s Day – $BMR $BTC $COIN $DTSS $INDP $LTRN $LYFT Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you." - A. A. Milne     Happy Valentine's Day! I hope that the V-Day holiday treated you well. After making my Valentine's Day wishes in San Francisco I ...

CPI Data, Interest Rates, & Fears Increase As Stocks Sink On Tuesday The 13th – $BMR $JBLU $MANU $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There is no instinct like that of the heart." - Lord Byron     Happy Tuesday! I hope that the second day of the week has proceeded well enough for you. I hunkered down in San Francisco today as the market took a mighty shot from a hot CPI report (January CPI ...

The Smalls On The Russell 2000 Outperform Large Caps To Begin The Week – $AARK $ADT $ARM $BMR $FANG $NVDA $PLTR $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "It is the dim haze of mystery that adds enchantment to pursuit." - Antoine Rivarol     Happy Monday! I hope that your week has kicked off to a great start. We, here in San Francisco, are still hurting from the defeat of our beloved San Francisco 49ers, but st...

Russell 2000 Charges Forward As S&P 500 Closes Near 5k On Thursday – $ARM $COIN $DIS $INDP $SYRA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I am always ready to learn although I do not always like being taught." - Winston Churchill     Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a marvelous day. As for me, I travelled to Newport Beach, CA where I am hosting a couple of  Tribe Public CEO Presentation and...

Magnificent 7 Sees Banner Day While Small Caps Drift Lower Wednesday – $EMR $ENPH $LTRN $META $NVDA $PLTR Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Expect problems and eat them for breakfast." -  Alfred A. Montapert     Happy Wednesday! I hope that you had a great hump day. As for me, I spent a rather wet and rainy day here in San Francisco, while looking forward to tomorrow's trip to Newport Beach, CA w...

Interest Rates Dropped While Stocks Popped On Tuesday – $AMC $DD $INDP $IYH $LTRN $PLTR $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There are years that ask questions and years that answer." - Zora Neale Hurston     Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a fantastic second day of the work week. As for me, I spent the day in San Francisco meeting with a few investors and speaking with many mor...

Stocks Head South As Interest Rates & The Dollar Jump On Monday – $AAPL $BOWL $INDP $NVDA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The roots of all goodness lie in the soil of appreciation for goodness." - Dalai Lama   Happy Monday! I hope that you had a wonderful beginning to your work week. As for me, I spent the day back in San Francisco trying to devour the latest and greatest from the www...

Stocks Head North As Oil & Interest Rates Fall On Thursday – $AMZN $INDP $LTRN $META $MODD $MRK $NVDA $NXT Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Every failure is a step to success." - William Whewell   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a fantastic day. As for me, I spent the day catching post my trip to Dallas this week where I co-hosted a couple of  Tribe Public CEO Prersentation and Q&A Events wit...

Stocks, Interest Rates & Oil Recoil As Fed Fires Hawkish FOMC Shot On Wednesday – $BA $GM $LTRN $VIX $ZJYL Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Winners never quit and quitters never win." - Vince Lombardi   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a productive day. As for me, I hosted a Tribe event in Uptown Dallas with our sister organization, Tribe Public, and with the CEO of Indaptus Therapeutics (NASDAQ: IND...

Dow 30 Powers Higher As Growth Stocks Dip On Tuesday – $GM $MARK $NVDA $SANM Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Either you run the day or the day runs you." - Jim Rohn   Happy Tuesday! I hope that all proceeded well for you today. As for me, I travelled to Dallas, Texas on Tuesday in order to co-host two Tribe events (Jan. 30, 6pm in North Dallas, Jan. 31, noon in Uptown Dalla...

Small Caps Lead Broad Stock Market Higher As Oil & Interest Rates Pull Back On Monday – $ARKK $BEAM $INDP $INVO $NVDA $RXRX $SOFI $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are." - e. e. cummings     Happy Monday! I hope all has started well for you and yours this week. As for the stock market, the indices all moved north as the lower end of the spectrum (small caps) realize...

Stocks Widely Turn Up With Economic Reports As Tesla Heads Sharply South On Thursday – $AAL $ADT $GME $GOOG $IBM $STNE Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I attribute my success to this - I never gave or took any excuse." - Florence Nightingale     Happy Thursday! I hope the fourth day of the week surprised in many ways.  As for the stock market, the indices turned noticeably positive today even as the yield ...

More Mixed Results For The Stock Market As Yields Rise On Wednesday – $BFRG $INDP $LTRN $META $MODD $MSFT $NFLX $NVDA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination." - Jimmy Dean     Happy Hump Day! I hope the Wednesday brought you good fortune in many ways. As for the stock market, results were once again overall mixed, ...

Stocks Broadly View Mixed Results As S&P 500 Hits New All-Time Record High On Tuesday – $AAPL $BFRG $INBX $INDP $INVO $VZ $UA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If you fell down yesterday, stand up today." - H. G. Wells     Happy Tuesday! I hope the second day of the week managed to swing profits and good fortune your way.   As for the stock market, stocks ended mixed despite a fresh new all-time high being set on ...

Russell 2000 Jumps As The S&P 500 Closes At All Time High On Monday – $AAPL $BFRG $COIN $LTRN $NS $NVDA $MODD Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt     Happy Monday! I hope all is has started off well for you this week. As for me, I am firmly back in my seat in San Francisco post my tr...

Stock Market Turns Green As AI Theme Boosts Many On Thursday – $AAPL $LTRN $TSM $NVDA $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The power to question is the basis of all human progress." - Indira Gandhi     Happy Thursday! I hope all is going smashingly well for you today. As for me, I am headed to Miami to meet with Panna Sharma, CEO of AI firm Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN, $3.84, +1....

Retail Spending & Interest Rates Continue Ascent As Stocks Drift Again On Wednesday – $AFRM $BFRG $INDP $INVO $LTRN $META $MODD $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "All of us, at certain moments of our lives, need to take advice and to receive help from other people." - Alexis Carrel     Happy Hump Day! I hope all proceeded to your liking today and you stayed warm during this cold wintery day. As for the stock market, st...

Interest Rates Jump While Stocks Falter During First Session Post MLK – $AMD $GS $MODD $NVDA $SATS $SNPS $STNE Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "All of us, at certain moments of our lives, need to take advice and to receive help from other people." - Alexis Carrel     Happy Tuesday! I hope all went well for you to begin this MLK-holiday shortened week of sessions. As for the stock market, stocks overa...

Stocks Capitulate While Interest Rates Pull Back Post December CPI Report On Thursday – Oil Prices $LTRN $MODD $STNE Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success." - Swami Sivananda     Happy Thursday! I hope that today blessed you with many successes. Here in San Francisco, the rain stopped as did the 42nd Annual JPMorgan Healt...

Stocks Move Up Widely On Third Day Of #JPM2024 – $ADT $AMRN $META $MODD $NVDA $SATS Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If the highest aim of a captain were to preserve his ship, he would keep it in port forever." - Thomas Aquinas     Happy Wednesday! I hope that your hump day was especially good to you and yours. Here in San Francisco, the rain continued as did the 42nd Annua...

#JPM2024 Rolls On, #CES2024 Begins As Stocks Fight Back On Tuesday – $AMZN $GOOG $NVDA $SIDU Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "A place for everything, everything in its place." - Benjamin Franklin     Happy  Tuesday! I hope the second day of the week has treated you well. Here in San Francisco, the 42nd Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference #JPM2024 proceed with its second day too (...

#CES2024, #JPM2024, Mergers & Acquisitions Charge Stocks Forward On Monday – $AMAM $AXNX $HARP $INDP $LTRN $MODD $NVDA $SIDU Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Measure what is measurable, and make measurable what is not so." - Galileo Galilei     Happy  Monday! I hope that you have kicked off the week in a great way. Here in San Francisco, the 42nd Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference #JPM2024 is now in full swing...

Interest Rate Concerns, Apple Downgrades Weigh On Stock Indexes Thursday – $INDP $QS $SHIP $SIDU $SONO $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Seek the lofty by reading, hearing and seeing great work at some moment every day." - Thornton Wilder     Happy  Thursday! I hope that all proceeded solidly for you today. As for the stock market, stocks moved lower throughout the day across the board as in...

Stocks & Interest Rates Slide As Oil Climbs On The First Hump Day Of 2024- $ABVC $NEXL $SHIP $SIDU $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Everyone is a genius at least once a year. The real geniuses simply have their bright ideas closer together." - Georg C. Lichtenberg     Happy  Wednesday! I hope that your first hump day of 2o24 is going well enough. As for the stock market, stocks moved lo...

Apple & Magnificent 7 Move Lower, But The Dow 30 Closes In The Green To Begin 2024 – $ADT $INDP $MODD $MRNA $NVS $VYGR Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Everyone is a genius at least once a year. The real geniuses simply have their bright ideas closer together." - Georg C. Lichtenberg     Happy New Year! I hope you have kicked off 2024 in grand fashion and that the year ahead will be prosperous for all. As f...

Santa Rally Continues As Home Sales Remain Unchanged On Thursday – $ADT $AFRM $BILI $IOVA $INDP $LTRN $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Great minds have purposes; others have wishes." - Washington Irving     Happy Thursday! I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season. Can you believe that there is only one trading day left in 2023?  As for the stock market, stocks again saw a widely po...

Interest Rates Drop & Santa Rally Charges Forward On Hump Day – $ADT $AFRM $ARKK $COIN $CYTK $MODD $SHIP $UP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The great thing about getting older is that you don't lose all the other ages you've been." - Madeleine L'Engle     Happy Hump Day! I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season. Can you believe that 2024 is just around corner?  As for the stock market, ...

Santa Claus Rally Came To Town During Tuesday’s Stock Market Session – $ADT $CYTK $GRCL $MODD $NIO $RYZB $SGML Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Cherish your human connections: your relationships with friends and family." - Joseph Brodsky     Happy Day After Christmas! I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season.  As for the stock market, stocks saw a widely positive move with equites ending on...

Winter Solstice Brings Positive Vibes In The Stock Market – $CYTK $INDP $LTRN $MODD $MULN $SGML $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Dream in a pragmatic way." - Aldous Huxley     Happy Winter Solstice! I hope you had a wonderful first day of the winter. As for the stock market, stocks saw a widely positive move with equites ending near their highs towards the end of the day.  Today's ...

Stocks Turn Sharply South At The End Of Hump Day’s Session – $BTC $GOOG $PGTI $SGML $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "No one has a greater asset for his business than a man's pride in his work." - Hosea Ballou     Happy Wednesday! I hope you had a fantastic Dec. 20.  As for the stock market, stocks on hump day continued on with their recent upward move for most of the day,...

Stocks Charge Forward To Record Territory Again On Tuesday – $AFRM $COIN $DOOR $MODD $SGML $STNE $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "In life, as in chess, forethought wins." - Charles Buxton     Happy Tuesday! I hope all proceeded well enough for you today. As for the stock market, the second session of the week proved to be even more positive as both the large caps and the small caps jo...

Large Caps, Oil Move Higher As Small Caps Reverse On Monday – $AMZN $GME $LTRN $NVDA $PGTI $SGML $STNE $X Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Where there is no vision, there is no hope." - George Washington Carver     Happy Monday! I hope is well in you part of this wonderful and vast world today. As for the stock market, Monday continued what got started over the last 7-weeks or so as the large ...

Dovish Fed Induced Stock Market Rally Continues Thursday – $AFRM $INDP $LTRN $MRNA $SHAK $RIVN $RUN $TSLA $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Each day of our lives we make deposits in the memory banks of our children." - Charles R. Swindoll     Happy Thursday! I hope that you experienced great success today As for the stock market today, Thirsty Thursday, as some like to refer to it, turned out t...

The Fed’s ‘Uncle Jerry’ Rings The Stock Market’s Christmas Bell On Hump Day – $ADT $AFRM $INDP $LTRN $MODD $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive - to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love." - Marcus Aurelius     Happy Wednesday! I hope the middle of the week has served you well.  As for the stock market today, hump d...

Large Cap Stocks Drift Higher Tuesday Post CPI & Ahead Of FOMC Decision – $ADT $BPMC $GME $META $MODD $STNE Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Order and simplification are the first steps toward the mastery of a subject." - Thomas Mann     Happy Tuesday! I hope this 12th day of December proceeded to provide you with great opportunity.  As for the stock market today, large caps stocks broadly drif...

Stocks Edge Higher On Monday With FOMC Rendezvous On Tap – $ADT $AMC $BPMC $LTRN $MDT $SHAK Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "It takes a planet to explore the universe." - Dylan Taylor     Happy Monday! I hope all kicked off well for you and yours this week. As for the stock market today, stocks broadly closed higher across the board, however a certain tension floated in the air a...

‘Soft Landing’ Vibe & ‘Magnificent Seven’ Produce Positive Stock Market Move On Thursday – $AFRM $INDP $LTRN $MDT $MODD $RIVN $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "It always seems impossible until it's done." - Nelson Mandela     Happy Thursday! I hope all moved to the positive side of the coin today for you on this fourth day of the work week.  As for the stock market today, broadly stocks widely advanced as good vi...

Oil Prices & Stocks Slide Again On Hump Day – $GTLB $INDP $INVO $LTRN $MCD $SHIP $RIVN Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Leadership is influence." - John C. Maxwell     Happy Wednesday! I hope all turned up roses for you on hump day. As for the stock market today, broadly stocks slid lower by the end of the day after initially moving higher. Today's macroeconomic schedule als...

Bitcoin, Nasdaq, & The “Magnificent 7” Components Experience A Positive Tuesday – $AAPL $BTC $GTLB $MLTX $MODD $NVDA $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Civilization began the first time an angry person cast a word instead of a rock."- Sigmund Freud     Happy Tuesday! I hope began well and will end well for you today. As for the stock market today, broadly stocks were down, however the Nasdaq rallied to end...

Monday’s Stock Market Sees Small Caps Snare A Solid Bid – $AFRM $AMC $COIN $GME $HA $MODD $RHHBY Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough." - Og Mandino     Happy Monday! I hope the week has kicked off for you in a positive way. As for the stock market today, large cap stocks cross the board retreated, while the sm...

Dow 30, Salesforce, Biotech Stocks Charge Forward Thursday – $CRM $LTRN $MODD $PDD $SHIP $STNE $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." - Theodore Roosevelt     Happy Thursday! I hope that day has at least proceeded as planned or event a little bit better. As for me, I have had wonderful day in Scottsdale, AZ meeting with James (Jeb) Besser...

Hump Day Sees Small Caps Jump As Rates Continued Lower – $AFRM $AMC $GME $FLNC $INDP $MODD $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "It's remarkable how much long-term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid, instead of trying to be very intelligent." - Charlie Munger     Happy Wednesday! I hope that the middle of the week has gone well for you. As for ...

UnitedHealth’s Medicare Growth Projections Fall Short Of Expectations – $UNH $DIA $SPY $MODD

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) has projected lower-than-expected membership growth in its crucial Medicare segment, signaling a slowdown in a sector that has been a significant contributor to insurers' earnings for an extended period. The enrollment for...

Charlie Munger Passes, Interest Rates Pullback & Large Caps Move Slightly Higher Tuesday – $AFRM $GME $INDP $LTRN $PDD $TSLA $XENE Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "I've got some advice for the young: If you've got anything you really want to do, don't wait until you're 93." - Charlie Munger       Happy Tuesday! I hope that all went well for you on this second day of the work week.  Unfortunately, a great man and...

Monday’s Stock Market Trades With A Thanksgiving Day Hangover – $INDP $LTRN $SHIP $STNE $SYM $XENE Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "There is an immeasurable distance between late and too late." - Og Mandino       Happy Monday! I hope that you had a great beginning to your work week. By the way, did you know that we set a record on November 26 with regard to the busiest day ever for...

Salesforce Shifts Q3 Fiscal Year 2024 Results Release Date For Executive Convenience – $CRM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Salesforce (CRM) has announced a change in the release date for its third-quarter fiscal year 2024 results. The results will now be disclosed on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, after the market closes, instead of the initially scheduled date of Thursday, November 30, 2023. This adjustm...

Stocks Turns Green On Thanksgiving Eve – $AMC $BURL $INDP $LTRN $NTLA $STNE $SYM Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Patience is not simply the ability to wait - it's how we behave while we're waiting." - Joyce Meyer       Happy Wednesday! I hope that you have already made to wherever the Thanksgiving day holiday has pointed you and that you are settling into a very ...

Stocks Head South Tuesday Prior To Thanksgiving- $BURL $DKS $INDP $SHIP $SYM $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt       Happy Tuesday! I hope all went for you today.  As for the stock market, stocks overall headed somewhat south on Tuesday and the smaller/growth oriented ...

Stock Market Turns Green To Begin The Thanksgiving Day Holiday Shortened Week – $BEAM $LTRN $MSFT $SHIP $SONO $STNE $NVDA $VIST Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "We choose our joys and sorrows long before we experience them." - Khalil Gibran       Happy Monday! I hope that you began the week with excitement and success. As for the stock market, it was an overall significantly green start to the Thanksgiving Da...

Microsoft’s Shares Price Reached record High On AI Research Unit News – $MSFT $DIA $QQQ $LTRN

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) reached a record high when it appointed OpenAI co-founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman to head its newly established internal advanced artificial intelligence research team. Simultaneously, OpenAI's board appointed Emmett Shear, the former CEO of Twitch, to replac...

Stocks Trip Along On Thursday As Oil Drops & Intel & Sonos Pop – $GOOG $INTC $INVO $NVDA $SONO Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "The undertaking of a new action brings new strength." - Richard L. Evans       Happy Fourth Day Of The Week! I hope that your Thursday was at least satisfying. As for me, I spent the day in San Francisco, mostly in the office and got down to business....

3M Unveils Solventum As Name For Independent Health Care Company Post-Spinoff – $MMM $DIA $IYH $LTRN

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) has revealed that the upcoming independent health care company, following its spin-off, will be named Solventum. The name combines "solving" and "momentum," signifying the company's commitment to finding breakthrough solutions and its dedication to health care professionals. Sol...

3M Declares $1.50 Per Share Dividend For Q4 2023 – $MMM $DIA $SPY $MODD

As per reports, the Board of Directors at 3M (MMM) announced a dividend of $1.50 per share on the company's common stock for the fourth quarter of 2023. Shareholders of record as of November 17, 2023, will receive the dividend on December 12, 2023. 3M has maintained an unbroken record of paying divi...

NIKE Leadership Update: Innovation, Design, Marketing, & Technology Heads Named – $NKE $DIA $SPY $MODD

As per reports, in accordance with its upcoming phase of expansion, John Hoke, a seasoned veteran with 30 years of experience at NIKE, Inc. (NKE), is poised to assume the position of Chief Innovation Officer at the company. Hoke, previously serving as Nike's inaugural Chief Design Officer, will coll...

Stocks Hit ‘Target’ On Hump Day As Interest Rates Bounce & Oil Sinks – $ADT $BTC $INDP $PEN $STNE $TGT Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Hindsight is always twenty-twenty." - Billy Wilder       Happy Hump Day! I hope that Wednesday proved to be both profitable and enjoyable for you and yours, while President Joe Biden and President Xi met here in San Francisco at the APEC Summit. As fo...

NIKE, Inc. Boosts Quarterly Dividend By 9% To $0.370 Per Share – $NKE $DIA $SPY $MODD

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) Board of Directors has sanctioned a quarterly cash dividend of $0.370 per share on the outstanding Class A and Class B Common Stock of the company. This marks a 9 percent upturn compared to the previous quarterly dividend of $0.340 per share. The declared dividend is...

Home Depot Adjusts Fiscal Year 2023 Guidance Amid Market Trends – $HD $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Home Depot, Inc. (HD released Q3 earnings recently, although sales declined by 3.10% year over year, it was slightly better than market estimates 3.31%. Revenue exceeded expectations by a small margin, reaching $37.71 billion compared to the estimated $37.70 billion. The adjusted earnings per share ...

CPI Report Ignites Growth, Bank, Biotech & Real Estate Stocks On Tuesday – $AAPL $INDP $INVO $LTRN $NVDA $PEN $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "I'm from the 'less is more' school. I had to be in the 'more is more' zone with 'Dallas Buyers Club', so I was out of my comfort zone, but I had to trust that." - Jean-Marc Vallee       Happy Tuesday! I hope that your second day of the week treated you ...

Salesforce Elevates Denise Dresser To CEO Role At Slack Amid Leadership Transition – $CRM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Salesforce Inc. (CRM) has appointed Denise Dresser as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Slack, promoting an internal executive with a long-standing tenure in the company. Dresser assumes leadership at Slack following the departure of the previous CEO, Lidiane Jones, who recent...

Stocks Settle Mixed Ahead Of Tuesday’s CPI Report – $BA $INVO $LTRN $PEN $STNE $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "I paid more for the Dallas Cowboys than anyone prior than that had ever paid to get involved in sports. But I wanted to be a part of the future of the Dallas Cowboys." - Jerry Jones       Happy Monday! I hope that you started off the week in grand fashi...

Disney’s ‘The Marvels’ Opens With Lowest Box Office Debut For Marvel Franchise – $DIS $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, The Walt Disney Company's (DIS) latest Marvel film, "The Marvels," had an opening weekend with domestic and Canadian box office earnings of $47 million, marking the lowest ever debut for the renowned superhero franchise. This result fell within the range of Boxoffice ...

3M’s Healthcare Business In India & Nepal To Be Managed By U.S. Entities – $MMM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, 3M (MMM) India, the manufacturer behind renowned products like 'Scotch' tape and 'Post-it' notes, disclosed an impressive surge of nearly 38% in its second-quarter profit. Their consolidated profit after tax for the quarter ending on September 30 reached 1.46 billion rupees ($17.51 m...

Salesforce Invites Investors To Q3 FY2024 Financial Results Conference Call – $CRM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Salesforce (CRM), a leading provider of CRM solutions worldwide, has revealed that it will publish its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 on Thursday, November 30, 2023, after the market closes. The company is set to conduct a conference call at 2:00 p.m. (Pacifi...

Apple To Pay $25M To Settle Immigration-Related Hiring Claims – $AAPL $DIA $SPY $LTRN

 As per reports, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has agreed to a $25 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to resolve allegations that the company showed a preference for immigrant workers over U.S. citizens and green card holders in certain job opportunities. The DOJ claims th...

Walgreens Reduces Stake In Cencora By Selling $674 Million In Shares – $WBA $DIA $COR $LTRN

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has further reduced its stake in Cencora (COR), formerly known as AmerisourceBergen Corp, by selling shares valued at approximately $674 million, the U.S. drugstore chain announced. Following this share repurchase, Walgreens now holds about 15% of the ow...

AMC, Tesla, & The Stock Market Pull Back As Interest Rates Jump On Thursday – $BTC $DIS $LTRN (+33.21%) $SHIP $RAMP $VERX Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Trust yourself, you know more than you think you do." - Benjamin Spock       Happy Thursday! I hope that all had a great day. Stocks finally pulled back after their recent string of consecutive days of increases.  At the same time, the yield spring fo...

Croatian Authorities Confirm Safety Of Coca Cola Drinks After Health Incidents – $KO $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Croatia's state inspection office announced that an analysis of Coca-Cola Company (KO) soft drinks consumed by individuals who later reported health problems confirmed their safety. Recently, Croatian authorities had temporarily banned the sale of certain Coca Cola-branded beverages ...

Leadership Changes Unveiled At 3M Amid Health Care Business Spin-Off – $MMM $DIA $IYH $LTRN

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) has announced changes in its leadership, coinciding with the planned spin-off of the Health Care Business. Jeff Lavers, group president of the Health Care Business Group, will depart on December 1. The Health Care Business will continue to be led by Bryan Hanson, the CEO of Heal...

Disney Beats Earnings Expectations With Strong Streaming Growth & Theme Park Recovery – $DIS $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Walt Disney Company (DIS) exceeded analysts' earnings expectations in the fiscal fourth quarter, reporting adjusted per-share earnings of 82 cents, surpassing the average forecast of 70 cents. The company's revenue for the quarter, totaling $21.2 billion, was in line with consensus e...

Lackluster Hump Day Sees Small Caps, Russell 2000 Drop As Large Caps Drift – $INDP $MQ $NVDA $NVEI $RBLX Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "It is not enough to have a good mind; the main thing is to use it well." - Rene Descartes       Happy Wednesday! I hope that all went well on hump day for you and yours.  Today seemed to be one of those middle of the week kind of days where all seemed...

UnitedHealth Group Announces Cash Dividend For December 2023 – $UNH $DIA $SPY $LTRN

The board of directors at UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) has given approval for a cash dividend of $1.88 per share. This dividend will be distributed to all shareholders of UNH common stock who are recorded as of December 4, 2023, and it is scheduled to be paid on December 12, 2023.   ...

Large Caps Roll Forward While Small Caps, Oil Prices, & Interest Rates Drop On Tuesday – $AMZN $ARKK $DDOG $UBER $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Success in creating AI would be the biggest event in human history. Unfortunately, it might also be the last, unless we learn how to avoid the risks." - Stephen Hawking       Happy Tuesday! I hope that all has proceeded as well as could be expected or ...

Charlie Baker, Former Massachusetts Governor, Joins UnitedHealth Group Board Of Directors – $UNH $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated has officially welcomed Charlie Baker, the former Governor of Massachusetts and a notable former healthcare executive, to its Board of Directors. This appointment is effective immediately. Charlie Baker currently serves as the President of the National Col...

Walgreens Boots Alliance Appoints Neal Sample As Executive VP & CIO – $WBA $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports,Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) named Neal Sample as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective immediately. Sample will report to Tim Wentworth, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of WBA, as a member of the Executive Committee and serve on the IT ...

Large Cap Stocks Close Higher As The Russell 2000 Drops On Monday – $AMC $ADT $AAPL $INDP $LTRN $LIFW $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." - John C. Maxwell       Happy Monday! I hope that your first day of the week provided great success and fortune for you and all. As for the stock market it was a bit volatile overall,...

Stocks Rebound Strongly On The Fed’s ‘Understanding’ Wings Thursday- $AAPL $ADT $CLLS $IBRX $INDP $INVO $LTRN $ROKU $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "The will to succeed is important, but what's more important is the will to prepare." - Bobby Knight       Happy Fourth Day of the Week! I hope that your Thursday was fruitful in countless ways. Stocks across the board on Thursday continued their reboun...

‘Uncle Jerry’ & The Fed Hold, Stocks Continue Moving Higher On Hump Day – $AMZN $CLLS (+173.86%) $INDP $LTRN $NVDA $ROIV Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "In the future, everyone will be famous for 15 minutes." - Andy Warhol       Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a wonderful Halloween night and that the stock market treated you well today. Stocks on Wednesday continued their bounce back from entering ...

Happy Halloween…Stock Market Ends October With A Green Session – $ARKK $IBRX $INDP $IWC $WOLF $ROIV Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Halloween is not only about putting on a costume, but it's about finding the imagination and costume within ourselves." - Elvis Duran       Happy Tuesday and Happy Halloween! I hope you are out celebrating the holiday and that you participated in the g...

Stock Market Bounces Back From Correction Territory On Monday

Quote of the Day --  "The dog that trots about finds a bone." - Golda Meir   Happy Monday! I hope you had a great start to your workweek and your investments did well too. As for the stock market on Monday, stocks bounced back quite nicely after entering correction or the pullback ter...

Large Caps, Interest Rates Fall On Thursday While Russell 2000 & Banks Turn Green – $BPMC $EDR $IBM $KRE $MRK $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Where is all the knowledge we lost with information?" - T. S. Eliot   Happy Thursday! I hope all went as well as you had planned or even better on this fourth day of the week. As for the stock market on Thursday, the large cap indices ended the day significantly ...

Hump Day Produces A Sea Of Red In The Stock Market – $INDP $INVO $LTRN $MSFT $V Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "A loving heart is the truest wisdom." - Charles Dickens   Happy Wednesday! I hope that you experienced great success today. As for the stock market on hump day, the stock indices ended the day significantly lower than they began the session, while interest rates ...

Tuesday’s Stock Market Session Ends Green – $ADT $ARKK $GME $KO $LTRN $MMM $VZ Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Quality is everyone's responsibility." - W. Edwards Deming   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a great second day of the week. As for the stock market on Tuesday, the stock indices ended in the green across the board today after. quick dip and moving forward to ...

Stock Volatility Kicks In Concert With The ‘Bill Ackman Show’ On Monday – $AMC, $BTC, $ESMT, $INVO (+252.59%), $NVDA, $TGH Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Quality is everyone's responsibility." - W. Edwards Deming   Happy Monday! I hope the first day of the week was fantastic. As for the stock market on Monday, the stock indices ended mixed after another day of increased volatility, while no macroeconomic reports s...

Oil Prices, Long Term Interest Rates, & Volatility Climb As Stocks Drop On Thursday – $ADT $AMC $AMZN $LBRT $NFLX $TSM $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." - John C. Maxwell   Happy Thursday! I hope the fourth day of the week was kind to you. As for the stock market on Thursday, the stock indices fell once again significantly across the board as ge...

Interest Rates & Geopolitical Fears Rise While Stocks Fall Broadly On Hump Day – $LTRN $NFLX $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "I can, therefore I am." - Simone Weil   Happy Wednesday! I hope the day presented you with many opportunities. As for the stock market this middle of the week session ended with the stock indices falling significantly across the board as geopolitical fears and th...

Retail Sales Clock In Higher As Small Caps Increase Again On Tuesday – $ADT $AMC $INDP $LTRN $META $OLK $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "If you fell down yesterday, stand up today." - H. G. Wells   Happy Tuesday! I hope the day presented you with many opportunities. As for the stock market this second session of the week ended with the stock indices closing mixed, while volatility rose & small...

Merck’s Prevymis Earns European Approval For Kidney Transplant Recipient Care – $MRK $DIA $IBB $LTRN

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) announced that the European Union medicines regulator has recommended granting marketing authorization for their medication, Prevymis, aimed at treating a specific infection in adult kidney transplant recipients at a high risk. Furthermore, the Committee for M...

LinkedIn Announces Workforce Reduction Amid Shifting Demand & Continued Growth – $MSFT $DIA $SPY $LTRN $INDP

As per reports, LinkedIn, a subsidiary of Microsoft Corp (MSFT) is reducing its workforce by approximately 668 positions, primarily in its engineering, product development, talent acquisition, and finance departments. This marks the second round of job cuts this year, attributed to reduced usage of ...

Honeywell Expects Bright Future For Business Jets, Increased Deliveries To $278 Billion – $HON $DIA $INDP $LTRN

As per reports, Honeywell, the engine manufacturer, has predicted that there will continue to be robust global demand for new business jets in the coming decade. They anticipate the delivery of approximately 8,500 new aircraft by the year 2033. This forecast aligns with Honeywell's previous 10-year ...

Coca-Cola & Pernod Ricard To Introduce Pre-Mixed Absolut & Sprite In Cans

As per reports, Coca-Cola Company (KO) and Pernod Ricard have come together to create a pre-mixed version of Absolut Vodka and lemonade, which will be available in a can. This collaboration will allow fans of this cocktail to enjoy it conveniently. The Absolut & Sprite canned cocktail is set to ...

Monday’s Stock Market Soars As Earnings Roll In – $ADT $ARKK $BE $INDP $LTRN $META $RARE Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Life is the art of drawing without an eraser." - John W. Gardner   Happy Monday! I hope that all is well in your corner of the universe. As for the stock market this firs session of the week, the stock indices rose nicely across the board with the small caps rebo...

George Moubayed Appointed Chief Sustainability & Strategy Officer At Caterpillar – $CAT $DIA $SPY $LTRN $INDP

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is unveiling a leadership transition as George Moubayed, presently the Senior Vice President of the Enterprise Strategy Division, is slated to assume the role of Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer, effective January 1, 2024. In this capacity...

JPMorgan Chase Reports Q3 Profit Surge Amid Economic Challenges – $JPM $DIA $KRE $LTRN $INDP

Reportedly, In the third quarter, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) observed an upswing in profits driven by surging interest rates and the acquisition of the failed First Republic Bank, resulting in a record-breaking high in interest income. JPMorgan Chase's CEO, Jamie Dimon, acknowledged the overall f...

Interest Rates Increase As Stocks Take A Solid Hit On Thursday – $AMC $BRQS $INDP $INVO $NVDA $SHIP $VIX $WBA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much." - Blaise Pascal   Happy Thursday! I hope the world pushed good thoughts and actions your way today. As for the stock market on today, stock indices fell across the board with the small caps taking the bigges...

Visa To Release Fiscal Q4 & Full Year 2023 Financial Results On October 24 – $V $DIA $SPT $INDP $LTRN

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) has slated the disclosure of its financial performance for the fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2023 on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Following the market's closure, Visa will file these results with the Securities and Exchange Commission and make them available, comple...

Walgreens Forecasts Lower 2024 Profit – $WBA $SPY $DIA $INDP $LTRN

As per reports, Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has issued a financial outlook for the fiscal year 2024, anticipating a profit that is below market expectations. This announcement follows the pharmacy operator's quarterly earnings report, which failed to meet the predictions of market. The underwhelm...

Hump Day’s Stock Market Sees Rocky Road Post PPI Report – $ADT $AMC $GOOG $NVDA $PXD $RUN $VFS Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "The smallest deed is better than the greatest intention." - John Burroughs   Happy Wednesday! I hope that your hump day treated you well and that your prospects for tomorrow are even better. As for the stock market on today, stocks bounced around today, initially...

Tuesday Sees An Interest Rate, Oil & US Dollar Pullback While Stocks Push Higher – $ARKK $GME $INDP $LTRN $RUN $SHIP $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "The world is round so that friendship may encircle it." - Pierre Teilhard de Chardin   Happy Tuesday! I hope that all is going well for you and yours on your part of this planet.  As for the stock market on Tuesday, the major indices moved solidly forward, while...

Columbus Day Stock Market Session Closes In The Green – $AAPL $ADT $AMC $GME $NOC $SHIP $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Following the light of the sun, we left the Old World." - Christopher Columbus   Happy Monday! I hope that you all had one 'heckava' day to kick off your workweek on this national holiday that some still celebrate as Columbus Day and others that celebrate it as I...

Stock Market Waffles, Biotech Jumps Ahead Of Friday’s September Jobs Report – $INDP $INVO $LTRN $MRTX $NUVL $SHIP $SNY $TEVA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door." - Milton Berle   Happy Thursday! I hope all went as planned or even better than you could have expected on this fourth day of the week. As for the stock market on Thursday, the major indices closed slightly in the red ...

Stocks See Broad Bounce On Hump Day As Interest Rates & Oil Pullback – $ADT $AMC $LTRN $NUVL $NVDA $RIVN $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "The greatest use of a life is to spend it on something that will outlast it." - William James   Happy Hump Day! I hope that the middle of the week has presented you with great opportunity and that you have successfully grabbed it. As for the stock market, investo...

Rates & Fears Jump As Stocks Take Another Solid Punch On Tuesday – $GPCR $HMY $INVO $PSNY $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions." - Dalai Lama   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a great second day of the quarter. However, as for the stock market, investors experienced yet another down day as interest rates rose and fe...

Rates, US Dollar, & ‘Magnificent Seven’ Kick Off Q4 Leaping Higher – $ADT $GOOG $GPCR $INDP $NVDA $SHIP $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --  "Just because something doesn't do what you planned it to do doesn't mean it's useless." - Thomas A. Edison   Happy Monday! I hope that the week has kicked off well enough for you.  As for the stock market, investors realized mixed results today as interest rates...

GDP Stays Put & Yields Decline As Job Claims & Stocks Climb On Thursday – $ADT $INDP $INVO $LTRN $META $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There are people who have money and people who are rich." - Coco Chanel   Happy Thursday! I hope the world around you has blessed you with great fortune.  I had the distinct pleasure to travel to the Phoenix area today to attend our sister organization Tribe Public...

Small Caps, Biotech, & Energy Stocks Outperform On Hump Day – $IBB $INDP $LTRN $XBI $XLE Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The young man knows the rules, but the old man knows the exceptions." - Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.   Happy Middle of the Week! I hope that life treated above and beyond your expectations.  I had the distinct pleasure to travel to Newport Beach today to attend our ...

The Sky, Stocks, & Amazon Were Falling On Tuesday, But Biotech Bounced Widely – $INDP $IONS $LTRN $SLNO $XBI $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Let your mind alone, and see what happens." - Virgil Thomson   Happy Tuesday! I hope that all is well. As for the stock market, investors experienced negative day as the threat of a US government shutdown, rising interest rates and oil prices now $90.62/bbl contin...

Monday’s Stock Market Sees A Bounce In Face of Rising Rates And Government Shutdown Threats – $LTRN $NVDA $SHIP $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I believe things cannot make themselves impossible." - Stephen Hawking   Happy First Day Of The Week! I hope that your had a great beginning to your week.  As for the stock market, investors experienced a bounce in the major indices despite interest rates rising, h...

Post Fed Speech, Fear Runs Rampant, Stocks Drop Thursday – $SPLK $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There is nothing more uncommon than common sense." - Frank Lloyd Wright    Happy Thursday! I hope that your had a wonderful day. Today, I attended another of our sister organization Tribe Public's CEO Presentation and Q&A Luncheon Events in San Francisco wit...

Fed Chair “Uncle Jerry” Powell Remind Hawkish As Stocks Move Lower on Wednesday – $APLS $BHC $KVYO $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "To begin, begin." - William Wordsworth     Happy Hump Day! I hope that the middle of the week has treated you well.   Today, I travelled to beautiful Salt Lake City, UT to attend our sister organzation Tribe Public's CEO Presentation and Q&A Luncheon E...

Travelers Q3 2023 Earnings: Access & Replays – $TVR $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, the Travelers Companies, Inc. (TVR) is scheduled to discuss its third-quarter 2023 results at 9 a.m. ET on Wednesday, October 18th, following the release of the results earlier that same morning. Investors have the opportunity to engage in the conference either through the webcast a...

Maplebear a.k.a. Instacart IPO Takes Flight As Stocks Head Lower Prior to Wednesday’s FOMC Decision – $AAPL $AMC $BRQS $CART $GETY $INDP $INVO $LTRN Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "You can find peace amidst the storms that threaten you." - Joseph B. Wirthlin     Happy Tuesday! I hope that the second day of the workweek proved to be successful for you and yours.  As for the broad stock market, investors a relatively somber day that was ...

UnitedHealth Group To Release Q3 2023 Financial Results & Host Analyst Conference Call – $UNH $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group (UNH) is scheduled to announce its third-quarter 2023 financial results on Friday, October 13, 2023, before the market opens. Following the release, at 8:45 a.m. ET, a teleconference will be conducted to discuss these results with analysts and investors. You can access...

Walgreens Q4 2023 Earnings Announcement & Replay Information – $WBA $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has disclosed its plans to unveil its fourth-quarter financial results on October 12, 2023, at 7 a.m. ET, and immediately thereafter, a one-hour conference call with WBA management will commence at 8:30 a.m. ET. A live broadcast of the conference call can b...

Apple Shares Provided Strength As Interest Rates End Flat On Monday Ahead Of FOMC – $AAPL $APLS $GETY $INDP $NVDA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Everything that is made beautiful and fair and lovely is made for the eye of one who sees." - Rumi     Happy First Day Of the Week! I hope that you commenced your workweek in grand fashion and with superior success on all fronts.  As for the broad stock mark...

Microsoft’s CPO, Panos Panay, Departs After Pioneering Surface Line & Windows 11 – $MSFT $DIA $QQQ $LTRN

As per reports, the chief product officer at Microsoft (MSFT) responsible for the introduction of the Surface line of computers and Windows 11, Panos Panay, is departing the company after nearly two decades of service. Yusuf Mehdi, another longstanding executive, will assume leadership responsibilit...

Foxconn’s Bold Expansion Plans In India Amid Shifting Global Manufacturing Landscape – $AAPL $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Foxconn Technology Group, an Apple Inc. (AAPL) partner, is planning to double its investments and workforce in India. This reflects a growing trend of shifting manufacturing away from China due to increasing tensions between the US and China. The Taiwanese company is consid...

Stocks Rebound In Concert With Attractive August PPI Report On Thursday – $AI $ARM $BRQS $CVNA $INDP $LTRN $META $SBUX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The secret of business is to know something that nobody else knows." - Aristotle Onassis     Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a fourth day of the week.  As for the broad stock market, investors experienced a day a widely positive swing into the close. The...

JPMorgan Appoints Jay Hofmann & Ben Carpenter As Co-Heads Of North American M&A Advisory – $JPM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co has appointed Jay Hofmann and Ben Carpenter as co-heads of mergers and acquisitions advisory for North America, as revealed in a memo reviewed by Bloomberg News. These two bankers will report to Anu Aiyengar, who serves as the Global Head of M&A. They tak...

Goldman Sachs Asset Management Welcomes New Managing Directors – $GS $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Asset Management has named Anupam Damani and Lindsay Rosner as managing directors for their fixed income and liquidity solutions division. Damani previously held the position of head of international and emerging markets debt at Nuveen, the asset management arm of TIAA...

August CPI Revealed As Stocks Capitulate On Wednesday – $AMC $INDP $LTRN $NVDA $PACB $SBUX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Life is the art of drawing without an eraser." - John W. Gardner     Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a fantastic day in your part of the world.  As for the broad stock market, investors experienced a day of capitulation as many swallowed the August CPI d...

Apple’s Latest Innovations: iPhone 15, Apple Watch & More – $AAPL $SPY $DIA $BRQS $LTRN

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) hosted its annual iPhone launch event at Apple Park, the company's Cupertino, California headquarters. During this event, Apple unveiled its latest products, including the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, which come with USB-C charging and start at a base price of $799. Additio...

Oil Prices Surge As Stocks Sink Widely On Tuesday – $AMC $BRQS $KRE $LAC $VIX $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Learning never exhausts the mind." - Leonardo da Vinci     Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a wonderful day.  As for the broad stock market, investors experienced an overall down day with only the small caps Russell 2000 managing to swing slightly into the...

Boeing’s August Plane Deliveries Hit Lowest Point Since April – $BA $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, in August, Boeing (BA) delivered 35 planes, its lowest since April, due to efforts to fix a manufacturing defect in the 737 MAX. They delivered 344 planes in the first eight months of 2023, improving over the pandemic-affected previous year. In comparison, Airbus delivered 433 aircra...

Stocks Drift Higher Alongside Tesla, AI, Tech, & Merger Positive Action On Monday – $AMZN $BRQS $INDP $LAC $TWNK $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Live as brave men; and if fortune is adverse, front its blows with brave hearts." - Marcus Tullius Cicero     Happy Monday! I hope that you started the week better than you could have imagined.  As for the broad stock market, investors experienced a nice sta...

China Adds Growth & Apple Concerns As Nasdaq Drops Further Thursday – $AMZN $GOOG $INDP $LTRN $SPLK Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves." - William Shakespeare     Happy Thursday! I hope that the 3rd day of your holiday-shortened workweek turned out to be a positive one on all accounts.  As for the broad stock market, investors expe...

Verizon Announces Increased Quarterly Dividend For The 17th Consecutive Year – $VZ $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) Board of Directors announced a quarterly dividend of 66.50 cents per outstanding share, marking a 1.25 cents per share increment compared to the previous quarter. This increased quarterly dividend will be distributed to Verizon shareholders on Novemb...

Walmart Adapts Pay Policies Amid Shifting Market Demands – $WMT $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has implemented a change in its pay structure, resulting in lower compensation for some new store employees compared to what they would have received three months ago. This revised pay structure aims to enable workers to transition between various work groups, ...

Interest Rates, Oil Prices, Jet Fuel Costs Worries Climb As Stocks Drop On Wednesday – $ARKK $AVAV $SPLK $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The end of labor is to gain leisure." - Aristotle     Happy Hump Day! I hope that you found many ways to enjoy yourself while making a few more bucks in the stock market and otherwise on Wednesday.  As for the broad stock market, investors experienced an over...

Goldman Sachs Revises U.S. Recession Probability Down To 15% Amid Positive Economic Indicators – $GS $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, the Goldman Sachs (GS) has revised its estimate of the likelihood of a U.S. recession occurring within the next 12 months, reducing it from the previously forecasted 20% to 15%. The decision to lower this probability was attributed to the ongoing positive trends in inflation and the ...

Verizon Business Network Services Agrees To $4.1 Million Settlement Over Cybersecurity Violations – $VZ $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Verizon Business Network Services (VZ), a division of the telecommunications giant, has reached a settlement with the U.S. Justice Department, agreeing to pay $4.1 million to address accusations that it did not adhere to mandated cybersecurity standards. The resolution pertains to claims...

Tesla, Oil, Interest Rates Jump While Stocks Retreat To Start The Week – $AMC $BRQS $GME $INDP $META $SPLK $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not." - Ralph Waldo Emerson     Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a great long Labor Day weekend and that you kicked off your holiday shortened workweek in grand fa...

Boeing & ACG Seal Deal For Additional 13 737 MAX Aircraft To Meet Growing Demand – $BA $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) and Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG) jointly announced that ACG has concluded a purchase agreement for an additional 13 737 MAX airplanes. This move expands ACG's existing order for 737 MAX aircraft to a total of 47. The latest order includes seven 737-8 and six 737-10 aircr...

NIKE To Unveil Q1 Fiscal 2024 Results On September 28 – $NKE $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) intends to unveil its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024 on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at around 1:15 p.m. PT, shortly after the close of regular stock market trading hours. Subsequent to the release of this news, the management of NIKE, Inc. w...

Disney Negotiates With Charter Communications After Removing Channels From Spectrum – $DIS $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company announced that it is currently engaged in negotiations with Charter Communications to establish a new agreement. This development comes after Disney decided to remove ESPN, ABC, and other cable channels from Charter-owned Spectrum's cable service. As a result of this ...

Richard Lenny To Retire From McDonald’s Board Of Directors – $MCD $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) disclosed the retirement of Richard "Rick" Lenny from McDonald's Board of Directors, with the retirement effective as of October 31, 2023. Lenny became a member of McDonald's Board of Directors in 2005 and has held the position of Chair of the Compensat...

Stocks End Mixed To Close Out August – $AMZN $ARKK $CIEN $CRM $INDP $NVDA $SPLK Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." - Arthur C. Clarke     Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a great, if not, magical last day of August.  However, as for the broad stock market, investors experienced a mixed to down day ...

UnitedHealth Group Announces Cash Dividend Of $1.88 Per Share For September 2023 – $UNH $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) has been granted approval by its board of directors to distribute a cash dividend amounting to $1.88 per share. This dividend is scheduled for disbursement on September 19, 2023. It will be provided to all individuals holding UNH common stock as ...

Salesforce Recently Sees Impressive Quarterly Results – $CRM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Salesforce's shares experienced a 6% surge after the cloud software company unveiled its quarterly results and guidance that outperformed market expectations: Here's a breakdown of the company's performance: Adjusted Earnings: The reported adjusted earnings stood at $2.12 per share,...

Yields Pullback As Stocks Pop On The Last Hump Day Of August – $AI $AMC $AAPL $CRM $ICCT $INDP $INVO $LTRN $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Good questions outrank easy answers." - Paul Samuelson   Happy Wednesday! I hope that you had a fantastic hump day & that it also proved to be a profitable one.  As for the broad stock market, investors enjoyed a third consecutive green day of the week as trad...

Apple’s September 12 Event: New iPhones & Smartwatches – $AAPL $DIA $LTRN

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) announced that it is planning to hold its autumn event on September 12, setting the stage for what analysts predict will involve the introduction of a fresh lineup of iPhones and smartwatches. The venue for this event will be the Steve Jobs Theater located at the company...

An Interest Rate ‘JOLTS Powered’ Drop Propels Stocks Upward On Tuesday – $ARKK $BBY $INVO $LTRN $NVDA $SHIP $SPLK $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Experience is the teacher of all things." - Julius Caesar   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a wonderful second day of the week.  As for the broad markets, investors got a second consecutive green day. The upward momentum was seemingly powered by the macroeconom...

Monday’s Late Summer Stock Market Session Turns Green – $AAPL $INDP $MMM $SPLK $TSLA $VFS Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "To see things in the seed, that is genius." - Lao Tzu   Happy Monday! I hope that you had a great start to the week as many have already begged off for the upcoming Labor Day Holiday weekend and as trading volumes were relatively light.  As for the broad markets, ...

McDonald’s Board Member Richard Lenny Set To Retire – $MCD $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Richard "Rick" Lenny to retire from the McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Board of Directors, effective October 31, 2023. Lenny joined McDonald's Board of Directors in 2005 and has served as the Chair of the Compensation Committee since 2019. In addition to his service to McDonald's, Lenny ...

Visa & Mastercard Withdraw Support From Binance Amid Regulatory Scrutiny – $V $MA $DIA $SPY

Reportedly, Mastercard Inc. and Visa Inc.  (V) have distanced themselves from their card partnerships with Binance Holdings, the cryptocurrency platform facing regulatory challenges globally. Binance has faced significant scrutiny from financial regulators worldwide, and the pressure has increased...

Stocks Drop Thursday Waiting For Fed Chair’s Jackson Hole Speech Despite NVIDIA’s Stellar Results – $INDP $INVO $NVDA $SN $SPLK $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Lend yourself to others, but give yourself to yourself." - Michel de Montaigne   Happy Thursday! I hope that your fourth day of the week managed to meet your expectations if not exceed them.   As for the broad markets, investors took it on the proverbial chin tod...

Janssen, Johnson & Johnson’s Dutch Arm, To Shut Down Most Of Vaccine Division – $JNJ $DIA $IBB $LTRN

Reportedly, Janssen, the Dutch subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and a key contributor to the development of the one-shot COVID-19 vaccine, has announced its intention to shut down nearly all operations within its vaccine division. The company's decision aligns with prior...

Leadership Transition: Bryan Hanson Appointed CEO For 3M’s Healthcare Spin-Off Venture – $MMM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) announced the selection of Bryan Hanson as the future chief executive officer for the healthcare company as part of its upcoming separation from the U.S. industrial giant. Back in July, 3M disclosed its strategy to hive off its healthcare division into an independent, publicly ...

Hump Day Brings Strongly Positive Swing To The Stock Market – $AI $APLS $FN $INDP $INVO $LTRN $NVDA $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "People are not disturbed by things, but by the view they take of them." - Epictetus   Happy Wednesday! I hope that your hump day developed in many positive ways for you and yours. As for the broad markets, investors today digested a fair dose of information with r...

Stocks Drift Lower As S&P Downgrades More Banks Tuesday – $AAPL $ADT $BKSY $FN $INDP $SHIP $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Knowledge comes, but wisdom lingers." - Alfred Lord Tennyson   Happy Tuesday! I hope that your Tuesday treated you well in all of the ways that count the most.  As for the broad markets, investors experienced an overall down day, except for the Nasdaq as it edged...

Nasdaq Rebounds Monday On Information Tech Sector Strength – $AI $ESTR $INDP $INVO $LTRN $NVDA $PANW $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Hitch your wagon to a star." - Ralph Waldo Emerson   Happy Monday! I hope that you had a wonderful beginning to your work week. As for the broad markets, investors experienced a bit of rebound in the board in the markets and also saw an outsized rebound in the Nas...

Shareholder Benefits Continue: Home Depot® Sets Date For Q2 Cash Dividend – $HD $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) has recently disclosed the declaration of a cash dividend for the second quarter, amounting to $2.09 per share. The payout date for this dividend is scheduled for September 14, 2023, and it will be provided to shareholders who are officially registered by the end of...

Down, Down, Down, The Stock Market Goes Again On Thursday – $AMC $AVT $BRQS $INDP $INVO $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Hitch your wagon to a star." - Ralph Waldo Emerson   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had one 'heckuva' a day. As for the broad markets, investors stomached yet another down day across the board in the markets. Yes that's 3 days in a row now. This move has been in ...

Retailing Giant Walmart Beats Q2 Sales Estimates, Raises Full-Year Outlook – $WMT $SPY $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has raised its outlook for the full year and exceeded predictions for sales in the second quarter. This underscores its effectiveness in offering competitive prices on a wide array of products, spanning from everyday essentials to clothing, despite the impa...

Intel’s $5.4B Purchase Of Tower Semiconductor Falls Through Due To Geopolitical Factors – $INTC $DIA $LTRN

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) has decided to cancel its previously planned acquisition of Israeli contract chipmaker Tower Semiconductor Ltd, a deal worth $5.4 billion. This decision comes as the merger agreement between the two companies lapsed due to the absence of regulatory cleara...

Growth Concerns, Inflation & Fed Raising Interest Rate Worries Drive Stocks Into The Red Wednesday – $ADT $AMC $ATOS $DLO $SHIP $TGT $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If fear is cultivated it will become stronger, if faith is cultivated it will achieve mastery." - John Paul Jones Happy Wednesday! I hope that hump day treated you well.  As for the broad markets, investors digested yet another round of negative thoughts, actions and w...

Stocks Mover Lower Tuesday As Fitch & China Raise Stability/Growth Issues – $AMC $DLO $HD $INM $NVDA $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people." -  Eleanor Roosevelt     Happy Tuesday! I hope that the second day of the week treated you well enough. As for the broad markets, investors experienced a decidedly negative s...

3M Announces Q3 2023 Dividend Of $1.50 Per Share – $MMM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

The Board of Directors at 3M (MMM) has announced that a dividend of $1.50 per share has been approved for the third quarter of 2023 on the company's common stock. This dividend will be disbursed on September 12, 2023, to shareholders who are officially recorded as of the end of business on August 21...

Synopsys & Intel Forge Partnership To Integrate Technical Building Blocks Into Chip Design -$INTC $SNPS $DIA $SPY $LTRN

Reportedly, Synopsys (SNPS), a company specializing in chip design tools, and Intel Corporation (INTC) unveiled a collaborative agreement. Under this partnership, Synopsys' collection of technical building blocks will be integrated into Intel's offerings, aiming to enhance the chip design process. ...

John Greenwood Named Goldman Sachs Co-Head For Latin America & Investment Banking – $GS $DIA $LTRN

Reportedly, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. has chosen John Greenwood to assume the roles of co-head for Latin America and head of investment banking for the region. In addition to retaining his position as co-head of Americas structured finance, Greenwood will now take on these extra responsibilitie...

Home Depot Beats Expectations With Resilient Sales & Profit Amidst Housing Market Signals – $HD $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) quarterly results, revealed a smaller decline in same-store sales than anticipated. The company exceeded profit expectations due to increased demand driven by Americans investing in smaller projects, coinciding with signs of stabilization in the housing market. ...

Stock Indices End Green On Strength Of Information Tech & Steel Stocks Monday – $AI $BRQS $INM $INVO $NVDA $SHIP $X Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Happiness is a direction, not a place." - Sydney J. Harris   Happy Monday! I hope that you started off the week on a positive note. As for the broad markets, investors a positive swing on the major indices, while the small caps on the Russel ended in the red.  On...

Salesforce To Release Of Q2 Fiscal Year 2024 Results On Wednesday, Aug. 30 – $CRM $DIA $LTRN

As per recent reports, Salesforce (CRM) is gearing up to reveal its financial results for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024. The designated date for the release of these results is Wednesday, August 30, 2023, and this announcement is slated for after the conclusion of the trading day. With ...

3M Welcomes Audrey Choi To Board of Directors – $MMM $DIA $MS $LTRN

As per reports, 3M (MMM) announced the appointment of Audrey Choi to its Board of Directors. Audrey Choi, who previously served as the Chief Sustainability Officer and Chief Marketing Officer at Morgan Stanley (MS), has been elected to join 3M's Board of Directors. This decision led to an expansion ...

July CPI Eyes Disinflation As Stocks Edge Positive On Thursday – $ADT $AI $BRQS $INM $LTRN $MRTX $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Don't let making a living prevent you from making a life." - John Wooden   Happy Thursday! I hope that you the fourth day of the week did not disappoint. As for the markets, investors experienced yet another alight swing and this time it was to the positive as the...

Verizon Teams Up With HCL Tech To Transform Wireline Operations & Enhance Customer Services – $VZ $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced that it has entered into a technological agreement with HCLTech, a company based in India. This collaboration aims to oversee network management for their corporate clientele, with the intention of addressing the decline in their wireline b...

IBM Concludes Apptio Inc. Acquisition: Elevating Tech Management Solutions – $IBM $DIA $LTRN

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation has successfully finalized its acquisition of Apptio Inc. following the necessary regulatory approvals. This acquisition empowers clients to extract added value from the synergistic merger of Apptio and IBM. This completion unites Apptio's lea...

Walmart Q2 Fiscal Year 2024 Earnings Conference Call – $WMT $LTRN

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) announced its plan to conduct a live conference call with the Investment Community at 7 a.m. CDT on Thursday, August 17, 2023. The purpose of the call is to delve into the company's financial performance for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024. Leading t...

Goldman Sachs Welcomes Experienced Banker From Citigroup To Lead Credit Card Partnerships Unit – $GS $AAPL $C $INDP

According to reports, the Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) has selected an experienced banker named Bill Johnson from Citigroup (C) to head the division responsible for overseeing the company's credit card partnerships, which include notable names like Apple Inc. (AAPL) and General Motors (GM). In hi...

Amgen’s Quarterly Results Show Surge In Sales & Profit – $AMGN $DIA $IBB $LTRN

Amgen (AMGN) has reported increased quarterly profit driven by robust sales of treatments for conditions like cholesterol and osteoporosis, among other drugs. The biotech firm, which has slightly adjusted its expectations for full-year revenue and profit upwards, has noted that it anticipates the Ho...

Verizon Implements Price Increases On Wireless Plans To Boost Revenue – $VZ $DIA $INDP

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. has decided to increase the rates for certain current wireless plans as a strategy to enhance revenue and counter the decline in subscriber growth. Commencing from September billing cycles, customers enrolled in Mix and Match plans will experience an adju...

Stocks Head South Prior To Thursday’s July CPI Report – $ADT $LTRN $MRTX $PENN $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The secret of your future is hidden in your daily routine." - Mike Murdock   Happy Wednesday! I hope that you are having a wonderful hump day. As for the markets, investors experienced yet another swing as a sell off across the board was realized today. On a macro...

Global Growth Concerns, Bank Moody Downgrade Help Drive Stocks Lower Tuesday – $ADT $AG $BRQS $INVO $LLY $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "When one must, one can." - Charlotte Whitton   Happy Tuesday! I hope that your second day of the week exceeded your expectations.  On a macro level, somewhat negative market forces were at work today producing global growth concerns once again. Our eastern neighb...

Chevron Successfully Completes Acquisition Of PDC Energy – $CVX $DIA $LTRN

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has officially concluded its acquisition of PDC Energy, Inc. This move comes after receiving the necessary approval from PDC Energy shareholders. "We’re pleased to welcome PDC Energy into Chevron. Our companies have similar cultures, with a focus on safe ...

Monday’s Stock Market Closes The Session Swings Green – $AZTR $BRQS $GOOG $META $NARI $NVDA $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "We boil at different degrees." - Clint Eastwood   Happy Monday! I hope that you had a marvelous start to your week. On a macro level the schedule on ly produced the June Consumer Credit Report that clocked in with a  $17.9B rise in consumer credit as non-revolvi...

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Expands Reach With Philippines Acquisition – $KO $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Coca-Cola Company (KO) Europacific Partners (CCEP) announced its intention to acquire Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines jointly with Aboitiz Equity Ventures (AEV) for $1.8 billion. This strategic move aims to position CCEP as the world's leading Coca-Cola bottler in terms of both reven...

NIKE, Inc. To Pay Quarterly Dividend On October 2, 2023 – $NKE $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.340 per share for both its Class A and Class B Common Stock. Shareholders of record at the end of business on September 5, 2023, will receive the dividend, which is scheduled to be paid on October 2, 2023.   NIKE, Inc...

The Home Depot Announces Q2 Earnings Conference Call – $HD $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, The Home Depot, Inc, (HD) recognized as the biggest home improvement retailer globally, has officially disclosed its plan to conduct the Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call on Tuesday, August 15, starting at 9 a.m. ET. For those interested, a webcast of the conference will be ac...

IBM Appoints Michael Miebach, Mastercard CEO, To Its Board Of Directors – $IBM $DIA $SPY $MA $LTRN

As per reports, the International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) board of directors has elected Michael Miebach to the board, effective October 30, 2023. Mr. Miebach currently serves as the chief executive officer of Mastercard Incorporated and holds a position on its board of directors. With a...

Interest Rates Jump While The US Dollar & Stocks Slide On Thursday – $CORT $FSLY $LTRN $NARI $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If we open a quarrel between past and present, we shall find that we have lost the future." - Winston Churchill   Happy Thursday! I hope that you a wonderful day in your part of the world and in the markets.  On a macro level, a day after investors were rudely dis...

Walgreens Boots Alliance Announces CFO Transition & Interim Appointment – $WBA $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance has made an official announcement regarding the departure of James Kehoe, who currently serves as the Executive Vice President and Global Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Kehoe will be leaving the company in mid-August to explore opportunities in the technology se...

Merck Exceeds Revenue Estimates With Strong Sales Of Keytruda & Gardasil In Q2 2023 – $MRK $DIA $IBB $LTRN

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) second-quarter revenue exceeded estimates, primarily driven by strong sales of its cancer drug Keytruda and HPV vaccine Gardasil. However, the company swung to a net loss of $5.98 billion, or $2.35 per share, from the previous year's net income of $3.94 billio...

Save the Date: Cisco’s Financial Results Announcement – $CSCO

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) to hold conference call on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at 1:30 PM (PT) / 4:30 PM (ET). The release will unveil financial results for both the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023, for the period ending on Saturday, July 29, 2023. For those interested in the deta...

Salesforce Initiates Further Workforce Reductions Beyond Initial Plan – $CRM $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Salesforce Inc. (CRM) recently made additional job cuts that go beyond the previously stated 10% reduction as part of their renewed focus on profitability. These cuts are separate from the companywide reduction announced in January and affected around 50 roles. Specifically, sales an...

Fitch’s US Credit Downgrade Ignites Hump Day Stock Market Selloff – $ELF $FRSH $INVO $TEVA $VIX $VRT Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Hope is patience with the lamp lit." - Tertullian   Happy Wednesday! I hope that the middle of the week is treating you well. On a macro level, investors were rudely disturbed by reports that Fitch Ratings had officially downgraded U.S.'s credit rating to from AAA ...

Caterpillar Surpasses Expectations With Record Stock Surge & Resilient Demand – $CAT $DIA $SPY $LTRN

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) witnessed a notable increase in its stock prices, reaching a record high. Despite worries about a potential global economic slowdown, the company managed to exceed investors' expectations by reporting a profit that surpassed predictions. The company foresees a...

Caterpillar Leads The Dow Higher On Tuesday – $AI $BRQS $CAT $EQRX $LTRN $RVMD Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "All human wisdom is summed up in two words; wait and hope." - Alexandre Dumas   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a wonderful second day of the week. On a macro level, we received a number of reports including the S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI report that sho...

Stocks See Broad Late Session Surge On Monday – $AI $AMC $ARKK $CVX $INM $INVO $LTRN Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom." - Hannah Arendt   Happy Monday! I hope that you started the week off with a success or two. On a macro level, we received the Chicago PMI report that confirmed a rise to 42.8 in July. We will also be receiving pivotal ...

Investors Experience A Red, Red Whine Session In the Stock Market On Thursday – $ABBV $INM $INVO $MCD $META $VICR $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The unexamined life is not worth living." - Socrates   Happy Thursday! I hope that your fourth day of the week turned better than the broad markets ended today as it left a number of investors and the indices, respectively with lower moods and values. On a macro le...

The Fed Hike’s Interest Rates As Expected, Banks Jump, & Stocks End Mixed – $ADT $AI $AZTR $KBE $LTRN $SHIP $UPST $VICR Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I never think of the future - it comes soon enough." - Albert Einstein   Happy Wednesday! I hope that your hump day went at least as well as you might have expected or better and that you might even be out enjoying a nice cocktail to celebrate the day.  As for th...

Investors Realize Further Gains In Stock Market With Eye On Fed’s Decision On Wednesday – $AI $GOOG $INVO $LOGI $NVDA $UPST Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!" - Dr. Seuss   Happy Tuesday! I hope that today proved to be a fruitful one for you and yours.  As for me, I made my way back from Austin, TX & to my home in San Francisco....

Monday’s Stock Market Ends Green As Banks & Oil Show Strength – $AI $AMC $BRQS $CVX $GME $INM $KBE $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "We live in a rainbow of chaos." - Paul Cezanne   Happy Monday! I hope that your week has begun with some excitement and wonder and that you made a buck or two in the stock market.  As for me, I made my way over to Austin, TX after a great stay in the Laguna Vista/S...

VISTA ALERT: InMed Reports ‘Triple Digit’ Revenue Growth For 2nd Consecutive Quarter – $INM ($IYH $IBB $XBI)

On Thursday July 20, InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: INM), provided a commercial and manufacturing update on its subsidiary BayMedica LLC (“BayMedica”), a leading high quality, low cost supplier of non-intoxicating bioidentical rare cannabinoids including  cannabichromene (CBC), delta-9 tet...

SpaceX Visit Completed + Stocks Widely Pull Back On Thursday – $ATOS $BRQS $INM $LTRN $SIRI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance." - Confucius   Happy Thursday! I hope that your day was a special one in all respects.  As for me, I spent the day in Brownsville, TX and visited Elon Musk's SpaceX facilities, while meeting with people that ...

Stock Market Keeps Green Streak Alive On Hump Day – $ADT $AI $BRQS $CVNA $NKLA $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Better keep yourself clean and bright; you are the window through which you must see the world." - George Bernard Shaw   Happy Wednesday! I hope that your hump day developed even better than you could have reasonably expected.  As for me, I made my way down to Brow...

Retail Sales & AI Trades Push Stocks Higher On Tuesday – $AI $BRQS $MS $MSFT $NKLA $NVDA $RXRX $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Nothing great in the world has ever been accomplished without passion." - Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel   Happy Tuesday! I hope that your second day of the week proved to better than you could have expected. As for me, I made it Boerne, Tx, which is a beautiful town...

Monday’s Stock Market Begins & Ends In Positive Territory – $AI $INM $LTRN $NKLA $NVDA $RXRX $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Life consists not in holding good cards but in playing those you hold well." - Josh Billings   Happy Monday! I hope that you had a great start to our World week. As for me, I made it into to San Antonio to day and it is blazing hot. San Antonio's downtown is truly w...

Did NVIDIA’s $50M Investment In Recursion Just Open Up A Floodgate For AI Firm’s To Invest in Biotech? – $NVDA $RXTX $LTRN $META

The title of this story 'Did NVIDIA's $50M Investment In Recursion Just Open Up A Floodgate For AI Firm's To Invest in Biotech?' poses a very interesting question that many investors have on their minds today and that many more investors should possibly be pushing to the top of their collective mind...

PPI Comes In, Rates Drop, & Stocks Pop On Thursday – $AAPL $ADT $INVO $LTRN $NKLA $NVDA $RXRX $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The traveler sees what he sees, the tourist sees what he has come to see." - Gilbert K. Chesterton   Happy Thursday! I hope that the fourth day of your workweek treated you kindly. As for me, I made it back to the City from my short trip to Tahoe. Now I am looking f...

June CPI Inflation Report Helps Drive Stocks Higher On Hump Day – $AAPL $ATOS $BRQS $INM $LTRN $META $NVDA $RXRX $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The traveler sees what he sees, the tourist sees what he has come to see." - Gilbert K. Chesterton   Happy Wednesday! I hope that Hump Day treated you well. As for me, I spent my last full day in Tahoe and once again, like clockwork, I was presented with a day of be...

Tuesday Serves Another Solid Day For Stocks Prior to June’s CPI – $AI $ATOS $AXP $INM $MMM $SHIP $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Goodness is the only investment that never fails." - Henry David Thoreau   Happy Tuesday! I hope the second day of the week left you tickled pink. As for me, I spent my second full day in Tahoe and I was presented with a day of beautiful weather, meetings and and gre...

Biotech, Small Cap, & Micro Cap Stocks Have Banner Day On Monday – $AI $ADT $ATOS $BRQS $HL $INM $IWC $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Goodness is the only investment that never fails." - Henry David Thoreau   Happy Monday! I hope that your work week has kicked off in grand fashion. As for me, I am up in Tahoe working for a couple days and it is beautiful and surprisingly a bit cooler than usual for...

Strong Labor Data Pushes Interest Rates Higher As Stocks Fall On Thursday – $AAPL $ATOS $BRQS $CRBU $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The return we reap from generous actions is not always evident." - Francesco Guicciardini   Happy Thursday! I hope that your third trading session of the week proved to be positive one, however for the broad markets today, stocks fell precipitously as interest rat...

Hump Day’s Stock Market Session Ends In The Red – $AI $INM $INVO $META $PEGA $TSLA $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Courage is knowing what not to fear."- Plato   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a wonderful time over the 4th and that you are still out enjoying the holiday shortened week with friends and family. We are still in Indiana enjoying the summer heat, humidity &...

July 4th Eve’s Abbreviated Stock Market Session Ends Green – $AI $ADT $ATOS $AZTR $DIS $RIVN $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Freedom means the opportunity to be what we never thought we would be." - Daniel J. Boorstin   Happy July 4th Eve! I hope that all you are all set for celebrating the 4th and your bbq is ready to treat your friends and family.  As for the broad markets today, the...

GDP, Interest Rates, Banks & Small Caps Jump On Thursday – $AAPL $AI $ATOS $SVV $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "We aim above the mark to hit the mark." - Ralph Waldo Emerson   Happy Thursday! I hope that all progressed for you on many fronts on this fourth day of the week. As for the broad markets today, stocks turned green across the board with particular strength in the sma...

Small Side of The Stock Market Shows Strength On Wednesday – $AAPL $AI $ATOS $LTRN $SHIP $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "We aim above the mark to hit the mark." - Ralph Waldo Emerson   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had wonderful day. As for me, I made my way back to the midwest and specifically for a visit to my birth state of Indiana to see friends, family and to host a few meetings...

Stock Market Turns Deeply Green On Tuesday – $AAPL $AI $ARKK $ATOS $MLTX $SHIP TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "We aim above the mark to hit the mark." - Ralph Waldo Emerson   Happy Tuesday! I hope that the second day of the week treated you better than you could have hoped. As for the broad markets today, stocks were up solidly and widely today after the recent couple of day...

Stocks End Lower To Kick Off The Week – $ADT $IBM $INTC $INVO $LTRN $MLTX $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Fishes live in the sea, as men do a-land; the great ones eat up the little ones." - William Shakespeare   Happy Monday! I hope that all went well in your neck of the woods to begin the week.  As for the broad markets today, stocks, at least on the large cap side of...

UnitedHealth Group Sweetens Offer, Acquires Amedisys For $3.3B – $UNH $AMED $DIA $LTRN

Reportedly, Amedisys (AMED), a provider of home health and hospice care, has accepted a revised cash offer of $3.3 billion from UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) , thereby terminating its previous all-stock agreement with Option Care Health. UnitedHealth has increased its acquisition price to $...

Artificial Intelligence Co., Lantern, Data Published Demonstrating Antitumor Potency In Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphomas – $LTRN

"Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) is the seventh leading cause of cancer in the US, with 20-40% of patients experiencing relapsed or refractory disease with limited or no therapeutic options. Today, June 26, Lantern Pharma Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRN), an artificial intel...

OptumRx Adds Boehringer Ingelheim’s Arthritis Drug Cyltezo To Preferred Brand List – $ABBV $UNH $DIA $LTRN

As per reports, Boehringer Ingelheim's Cyltezo is the second interchangeable biosimilar product to be approved  by the FDA  and the first interchangeable monoclonal antibody  to treat certain inflammatory diseases including arthritis is comparable to AbbVie Inc.'s (ABBV) popular arthritis medica...

Stock Market Ends Mixed While Bank Stocks Take A Hit On Thursday – $AAPL $INVO $SHC $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "A man is what he thinks about all day long." - Ralph Waldo Emerson   Happy Thursday! I hope that your day has been super in many ways.   I spent a good portion of Thursday at a couple of our sister organization's (Tribe Public) CEO Presentation and Q&...

‘Uncle Jerry’ Powell Speaks On Wednesday While The Stock Market Drifts Lower – $ADT $AZTR $BTC $INM $PDCO $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it." - Edith Wharton   Happy Hump Day! I hope that the light was shining on you in many ways today.    I am at SFO currently on Wednesday as I am heading to a couple of ou...

Teleperformance Unveils TP GenAI In $185M Partnership With Microsoft – $MSFT $SPY $DIA $LTRN

As per reports, France's Teleperformance has announced a partnership with Microsoft (MSFT) worth $185 million. This collaboration aims to launch TP GenAI, the company's proprietary generative AI solution, which utilizes algorithms like ChatGPT to generate new content, including audio, text, and simu...

Renowned TV Writer & Producer Ryan Murphy To Join Disney From Netflix? – $DIS $NFLX $DIA $QQQ $LTRN

Reportedly, Television writer and producer Ryan Murphy is set to depart from Netflix and join Walt Disney (DIS). Renowned for creating popular shows like "Glee," "9-1-1," "American Horror Story," and the highly watched series "Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story" on Netflix, Murphy has been a...

Stocks End In The Red While Housing Starts Jump On Tuesday – $AAPL $ATOS $DICE $LLY $LTRN $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men." - Herman Melville   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a great beginning to your work week after the long Father's Day/Juneteenth holiday weekend.     I am back in San F...

Stock Market Surges Post Fed Pause – $AAPL $BRQS $CAVA $INM LTRN Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Childhood is a short season" - Helen Hayes   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had an amazing day.  I spent the my 2nd full day at Samuel P. Taylor Park in NorCal during my annual camping trip and it did not disappoint. Here'a picture from my hike today.   ...

Hump Day Brings Forth A Combined Fed Pause & Hawkish Maligned Sandwich – $AAPL $COHR $NVDA $INTC $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Formula for success: rise early, work hard, strike oil." - J. Paul Getty   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you all had wonderful middle of the week.  I spent the my first full day at Samuel P. Taylor Park in NorCal during my annual camping trip. It is amazing how time...

Tuesday’s Stock Market Produced More Green As Investors Hope For Fed Pause – $AI $BRQS $CVNA $GME $LTRN $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The hardest arithmetic to master is that which enables us to count our blessings." - Eric Hoffer   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you experienced a superior day, wherever the world landed you today. I have landed at Samuel P. Taylor Park in NorCal for my annual camping...

Salesforce Unveils #AI Cloud For Personalized Content Generation – $CRM $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, Salesforce (CRM) is delving further into generative AI as it strives to maintain a competitive edge in the market. The AI Cloud product offered by Salesforce enables marketers to automatically create personalized content for customers and allows developers to automatically generate code,...

Intel In Talks With Arm For Major Investment In IPO – $INTC $DIA $NVDA $LTRN

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) is currently engaged in discussions with Arm, a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp, to become a significant investor in Arm's upcoming initial public offering (IPO) of shares. According to a report, Arm intends to list its shares on Nasdaq later this y...

Vista Watchlist Stock Chinook Therapeutics Acquired For ~$3.5B While Stocks Advance On Monday – $AAPL $KDNY $LTRN $TSLA $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times." - Bruce Lee   Happy Monday! I hope that went well for all of you today.  This was a great day for many of us as a company that has been part of ou...

Search Underway At Verizon For Finance Chief & Successor To CEO – $VZ $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, Verizon Communications (VZ) is in the process of searching for a new finance chief, with the potential for the chosen candidate to eventually succeed CEO Hans Vestberg.  In March, the company underwent a reshuffling of its senior leadership roles, appointing Tony Skiadas as the replace...

Board Of UnitedHealth Grants 14% Increase In Quarterly Cash Dividend – $UNH $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, The Board of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) has approved a 14% raise in the quarterly cash dividend. On June 27, 2023, a cash dividend of $1.88 per share will be distributed to all shareholders of UNH common stock who are listed as of the close of business on June 19, 2023. This d...

German Finance Minister Denies Intel’s Request For Higher Subsidies For Chip Plant – $INTC $DIA $BRQS

Reportedly, Christian Lindner, the Finance Minister of Germany, has declined Intel Corporation (INTC) request for increased subsidies for its chip plant in the country, citing budgetary constraints as the reason for his refusal. "There is no more money available in the budget. We are trying to cons...

Chevron To Invest $500M In Argentina’s Vaca Muerta Shale Basin – $CVX $DIA $BRQS

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX), has committed to investing over $500 million in the development of the Trapial block in the western province of Neuquen, which is known for its extensive Vaca Muerta shale basin. The economy ministry of Argentina made this announcement recently, following a...

Microsoft Transfers Top #AI Researchers From China To Canada, Impacts Talent Pool – $MSFT $DIA $QQQ $LTRN

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) is transferring some of its top artificial intelligence researchers from China to Canada, posing a potential threat to China's technology talent pool. Microsoft Research Asia (MSRA), based in Beijing, has initiated the process of obtaining visas for relocating key AI ex...

NIKE, Inc. To Unveil Q4 Fiscal 2023 Financial Results – $NKE $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has scheduled the release of its financial results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023 on Thursday, June 29, 2023, at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT, after market closes. After the announcement, NIKE, Inc. management will host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT to revi...

Large Caps Power Green Day In The Stock Market On Thursday – $AAPL $AFRM $CVNA $INM $INVO $LTRN $NVDA $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times." - Bruce Lee   Happy Thursday! I hope that all went well for you across your personal & commercial universe today. By the way, are you as excited...

Johnson & Johnson Investor Conference Call: Q2 Review & Insights $JNJ $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is scheduled to host an investor conference call on Thursday, July 20th at 8:30 a.m. ET to review the second-quarter results. The conference call will be hosted by Joaquin Duato, Chairman of the Board and CEO, Executive VP and CFO , Joseph J. Wolk along with J...

Goldman Sachs Anticipates Sluggish Growth & Higher Inflation, Warns Of Tougher Capital Markets – $GS $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) is making preparations for a phase of slow growth and increased inflation, anticipating a challenging landscape for capital markets and financing as CEOs exercise caution. Although the U.S. economy has displayed resilience, investors still harbor concerns ...

Russell 2000, Bank & Energy Stocks Lead On Hump Day – $ADT $AFRM $ATOS $AUR $FARM $LTRN $SFIX $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There are no shortcuts in evolution." - Louis D. Brandeis   Happy Wednesday! I hope that your hump day worked out well for you and yours. As for the broad markets, strength came once again from the small caps on the Russell 2000, while the bank & energy stocks...

Salesforce Inc. Announces Major Leadership Changes Under CEO Marc Benioff – $CRM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Salesforce Inc (CRM) under the leadership of CEO Marc Benioff, has announced significant changes in its top management. Miguel Milano has been appointed as the new chief revenue officer, while Ariel Kelman will assume the role of chief marketing officer. Milano is returning to Salesf...

Investor Update: Walgreens Boots Alliance Q3 2023 Results & Conference Call – $WBA $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) is now scheduled to release its third quarter earnings of fiscal year 2023 on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at 7 a.m. ET, followed with a conference call with the management, scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. ET. Interested parties can reach the conference ca...

Intel Plans To Raise $1.48B Through Sale Of Mobileye Holdings – $INTC $DIA $MBLY $LTRN

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) intends to sell a portion of its holdings in Mobileye Global Inc., generating approximately $1.48 billion to support its ambitious investment strategies. The American company plans to offer 35 million shares of the Israeli automated driving technology maker, ...

Small Caps, Bank Stocks Fly Higher While Broad Markets Seesaw On Tuesday – $ADT $AI $BRQS $CHWY $GTLB $IWC $KRE $LTRN $SONY Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Hope is the only bee that makes honey without flowers." - Robert Green Ingersoll   Happy Tuesday! I hope the second day of the week treated you all well. As for the broad markets, the major indices managed to eke out small wins on the large cap side essentially gr...

Biotech Stocks Move Higher During #ASCO2023 As Stock Market Pulls Back On Monday – $AI $AKRO $AMGN $CHWY $INM $LTRN $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Our happiness depends on wisdom all the way." - Sophocles   Happy Monday! I hope you had a fantastic start to your work week.  As for the broad markets, the major indices drifted lower to begin the week after last Friday's surge. A few key macroeconomic reports s...

Merck Approves $0.73 Per Share Dividend For Q3 2023 – $MRK $DIA $IBB $INVO

As per reports, the board of Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) announced its quarterly dividend for the third quarter of 2023. The board has authorised a dividend of $0.73 per share for the common stock. Shareholders who are officially listed as such by the end of business on June 15, 2023, will be eligib...

Stocks Begin June Higher As The PMI Rings in Lower – $AAPL $ARKK $CVNA $CHWY $INM $LTRN $NVDA $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Be not simply good - be good for something." - Henry David Thoreau   Happy Thursday! I hope you had an awesome day and made a fortune in the stock market and otherwise. As for the broad markets, the major indices rose nicely today to begin June as the US debt ceil...

May Ends With Stocks Cloaked In Red – $ATOS $ARKK $INM $PROK $SOFI $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Life is the art of drawing without an eraser." - John W. Gardner   Happy Wednesday! I hope you had a great hump day and discovered many ways to prosper on this last day of May.  As for the broad markets, the major indices began and ended the session in the red as ...

The ‘AI’ Train Chugs Along As Broad Markets End Mixed Tuesday – $AAPL $AI $ATOS $INM $KDNY $LTRN $NVDA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Give light and people will find the way." - Ella Baker   Happy Tuesday!   I hope you began began the Memorial Day Holiday-shortened week in grand fashion.  As for the broad markets, the major indices ended the session somewhat mixed while the artificial int...

Information Technology Stocks Jump As Markets End Mixed Thursday – $AAPL $GME $NVDA $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Without craftsmanship, inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind." - Johannes Brahms   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a wonderful day. I spent the day in the Phoenix, AZ area co-hosting three Tribe Public CEO Presentation and Q&A events with Panna Sh...

Retailers Rule While Stocks Turn Red On Hump Day – $ANF $ATOS $BRQS $INVO $KSS $RETA $URBN $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Either move or be moved." - Ezra Pound   Happy Wednesday! I hope that your hump day turned out to be very positive, wherever the world directed you. As for the broad markets, the major indices ended the session in the red weighed down once again by the political p...

Stocks Close In the Red As Debt Ceiling Political Peacocking Continues – $ATOS $CVX $INVO $IWC $PLTR $SCTL $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Time is but the stream I go a-fishing in." - Henry David Thoreau   Happy Tuesday! I hope that the second day of the week has treated you well.  As for the broad markets, the major indices ended the session on Tuesday lower than they started as U.S. debt ceiling p...

Dutch Government Questions 3M For PFAS Pollution In Western Scheldt River – $MMM $DIA $SPY $INVO

As per reports, the Dutch government announced its intention to hold 3M (MMM)  accountable for the pollution of the Western Scheldt river with PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals." The Netherlands asserts that 3M's nearby Belgian plant is responsible for the pollution in the Dutch section of the...

Intel Reveals New Details On Upcoming AI Chip To Compete With Nvidia & AMD – $INTC $NVDA $AMD $LTRN

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) disclosed additional details about its upcoming chip for artificial intelligence (AI) computing. The chip, codenamed "Falcon Shores," is scheduled for release in 2025. In an effort to rival Nvidia Corp and Advanced Micro Devices Inc, Intel is shifting its strateg...

Apple & Broadcom Extend Partnership With New 5G RF Component Agreement – $AAPL $BCOM $QQQ $BRQS

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) has entered into a new agreement with Broadcom Inc., spanning multiple years and involving a substantial investment, to acquire 5G radio frequency components for its devices. This collaboration extends the relationship between the two tech giants, which has had its share of ...

Microsoft’s Latest #AI Upgrades: Enhancements To ChatGPT, Bing & Cloud Services – $MSFT $DUA $QQQ $LTRN

As per reports, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) unveiled a range of AI enhancements, aiming to bridge the gap with Google, owned by Alphabet Inc. These upgrades include improvements to ChatGPT, Bing search engine, and cloud services. One significant update is the integration of live search results from Bing ...

Small Caps, Banks, Biotech & Communication Services Stocks Lead On Monday – $ADT $ARKK $ATOS $BRQS $INM $LTRN $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --"It's easy to make a buck. It's a lot tougher to make a difference." - Tom Brokaw   Happy Monday! I hope that the week has kicked off for you in grand fashion. As for the broad markets, the stocks ended generally mixed on Monday, however we saw a relatively strong sh...

Walt Disney Co Shifts Focus From Miniparks To Major Attractions & Cruise Ships – $DIS $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) has dismissed the notion of constructing smaller parks within the United States, stating that their focus will be on investing in their major theme parks and cruise ships instead. Recently, Disney also announced the cancellation of plans to build a $1 billio...

Chevron’s Acquisition Of PDC Energy Aims To Drive Growth & Cost Savings – $CVX $DIA XLE $INVO

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) CEO Mike Wirth, is open to pursuing additional agreements following the recent acquisition of PDC Energy Inc. for $6.3 billion. However, he emphasizes the importance of maintaining financial prudence. Chevron's purchase of PDC involves a payment of $72 per share...

Boeing Introduces Cascade: A Data Modeling Tool For Zero Aviation Emissions By 2050 – $BA $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, Boeing Co. (BA) announced the introduction of Cascade, a data modeling tool designed to assist airlines and policymakers in determining the most efficient path to achieve zero aviation emissions by 2050. Cascade, which was initially unveiled as a beta version in July 2022, enables users...

Apple Prepares To Unveil Mixed-Reality Headset Amid Adjusted Sales Expectations – $AAPL $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) has significantly reduced its sales projections for its highly anticipated mixed-reality headsets. Initially, the tech giant had hoped to sell approximately 3 million units per year, but those estimates have now been scaled back to around 1 million and further reduced to 900...

Mixed Macroeconomic Data Leads Stocks Higher Again On Thursday – $ATOS $BRQS $INM $INVO $LFIX $MGRM $NVDA Rise!

Quote of the Day --"If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen." - Harry S Truman     Happy Thursday! I hope that the fourth day of the week suited you well and that you found many ways to prosper in stocks and beyond. As for the broad markets, the stocks and investors e...

Debt Ceiling Fears Subside As Bank & Growth Stocks Rally – $AARK $AAPL $INM $INVO $KRE $TSLA $WAL $XELA Rise!

Quote of the Day --"Remember upon the conduct of each depends the fate of all." - Alexander the Great     Happy Wednesday! I hope that you all had a marvelous hump day.  Today, I co-hosted another  Tribe Public CEO & Presentation Luncheon Event in San Francisco with Eric Ada...

Stocks Head South As Growth Concerns Escalate Tuesday – $ATOS $GME $VIX $VKTX $XELA Rise!

Quote of the Day --"Silence is the sleep that nourishes wisdom." - Francis Bacon"   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you ll had a wonderful second day of the week.  This morning I flew from Newport Beach, CA to Salt Lake City, Utah as I co-hosted another  Tribe Public CEO & Presentation...

Intel & SAP SE Collaborate To Enhance SAP Software On The Cloud – $INTC $DIA $QQQ $BRQS

Reportedly, Intel Corporation and SAP SE have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at delivering enhanced and sustainable SAP® software environments on the cloud. This collaboration is designed to empower customers with increased scalability, agility, and consolidation of their existing S...

Stock Market Turns Green To Begin The Week – $ARKK $GME $INM $INVO $KRE $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day --"Have patience. All things are difficult before they become easy." - Saadi   Happy Monday! I hope that all is well in part of the world to begin the work week. I am down in Newport, Beach today as I co-hosted our sister organization's Tribe Public CEO & Presentati...

Microsoft’s Acquisition Of Activision Cleared By EU Antitrust Regulators – $MSFT $ATVI $DIA $BRQS

Reportedly, the European Union's antitrust regulators approved Microsoft Corp's (MSFT) acquisition of Activision (ATVI), valued at $69 billion. The regulators stated that the concerns they had were adequately addressed by the remedies proposed by the American software company. "The commitments full...

Walgreens Sells Shares In AmerisourceBergen For $694 Million To Reduce Debt – $WBA $DIA #SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has raised $694 million by selling some of its shares in drug distributor AmerisourceBergen Corp. The company plans to utilize the proceeds mainly to pay off its debts. As part of the transaction, AmerisourceBergen will buy back approximately $50...

Investors Await Salesforce’s Q1 FY 2024 Earnings Report – $CRM $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, Salesforce (CRM) plans to announce its Q1 FY 2024 financial results on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, after market closes. The company will conduct a conference call at 2:00 p.m. (PT) / 5:00 p.m. (ET) to discuss the financial outcomes with investors. Interested parties can view a live webcast ...

Growth Concerns, Bank Issues Weigh On Stocks Again Thursday – $APP $ARKK $ATOS $BRQS $GOOG $INVO $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --"No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man." - Heraclitus   Happy Thursday! I hope that your day has gone better than you could have expected. As for the broad markets, the Nasdaq managed to priced another Green ...

Nasdaq, Google Exhibit Strength As CPI Revealed On Hump Day – $ADT $GOOG $INVO $MVST $NVDA $PLTR $ZS Rise!

Quote of the Day --"An effort made for the happiness of others lifts above ourselves." - Lydia M. Child   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you all is well for you and yours. As for the broad markets,  the Nasdaq sprung forward for a nice gain while the balance of indices somewhat capitulat...

Cisco Systems To Expand Global Supply Chain With Manufacturing In India – $CSCO $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, Chief Executive Officer, Chuck Robbins, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is set to commence production in India, as part of its strategy to broaden its global supply chain. The company specializes in the sale of networking equipment and software for internet connectivity, and plans...

Honeywell Introduces Innovative Technology For Lower-Carbon Aviation Fuel Production – $HON $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, Honeywell International Inc. (HON) has revealed a new technique that utilizes green hydrogen and captured carbon dioxide from industry to create aviation fuel with lower carbon content. This development can potentially decrease greenhouse gas emissions from the aviation indus...

Stocks Drift Lower On Tuesday Ahead Of The CPI- $ADT $ATOS $BA $BRQS $INM $PLTR $SHIP $ZS Rise!

Quote of the Day --"It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit." - Harry S Truman   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you all found ways to capitalize in the markets and otherwise today.  As for the broad markets, traded lower again across the board as inves...

IBM Launches WatsonX: The Next-Generation AI Platform For Enterprises – $IBM $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has launched the latest iteration of its well-known artificial intelligence creation, Watson. WatsonX is a platform geared towards enterprises that leverage AI and data, and it follows the success of the original Watson, which...

Stocks Somewhat Waffle About On Monday – $ADT $BRQS $GOOG $NVDA $PLTR $SHOP $ZS Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If you do not think about your future, you cannot have one." - John Galsworthy   Happy Monday! I hope you all had a superb start to your workweek.  As for the broad markets, stocks somewhat bounced around today without a great deal of conviction, but did try to h...

Cisco Announces Q3 FY2023 Financial Results Conference Call – $CSCO $DIA $SPY $BRQS

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) has announced that it will release its financial results for the third quarter fiscal year 2023 on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. The announcement will be made through a conference call that will be held at 1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET). The financial re...

Apple’s Q2 Earnings Meet Expectations, iPhone Sales Boost Revenue – #AAPL $DIA $QQQ $BRQS

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) exceeded expectations for its second fiscal quarter, reporting strong sales in iPhones and services, which resulted in earnings of $1.52 a share on sales of $94.8 billion for the quarter ended April 1. This is higher than the $1.43 a share on sales of $92.9 billion that anal...

Thursday’s Stock Market Session Turns Definitively Red – $ARKK $ATOS $IMGN $INM $KVUE $SHOP $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Your own mind is a sacred enclosure into which nothing harmful can enter except by your permission." - Arnold Bennett   Happy Thursday! May The 4th Be With You! Hopefully you had a wonderful day and you have a good night ahead.  As for the broad markets, stocks h...

Hawkish Fed Raises Rates, Large Caps, Banks, & Oil Drop Again On Hump Day – $ATOS $IMGN $INM $LLY $TWKS $XBI Biotech Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There is always risk involved. You can't be a capitalist only when there are investment profits but then a socialist when you experience losses." - Cristina Kirchner   Happy Hump Day! I hope you had a marvelous day.  As for the broad markets, stocks basically osc...

Amgen Sues Novartis Subsidiary Sandoz Over Alleged Patent Infringement – $AMGN $NVS $XBI $IBB

Reportedly, Amgen Inc. (AMGN)  has taken legal action against Sandoz, a subsidiary of Novartis AG (NVS), in New Jersey federal court. The healthcare giant has accused Sandoz of violating several patents by creating biosimilar versions of its profitable bone-strengthening drugs, Prolia and Xgeva. Am...

Tesla Raises Prices Of Model 3 & Model Y After Earlier Cuts – $TSLA $SPY $BRQS

As per reports, Tesla (TSLA), has slightly increased the prices of its popular Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV in both the United States and China after having made significant cuts earlier this year. The new $250 price hike is relatively small compared to the reductions the electric-car manufacturer ...

AI Leaders To Meet With US Officials To Address Key Concerns – $MSFT $GOOGL $DIA $QQQ $INVO

Reportedly, the CEOs of Google (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), OpenAI, and Anthropic are scheduled to meet with Vice President Kamala Harris and other top administration officials to discuss pressing issues related to artificial intelligence, including concerns about privacy violations, biases, and the p...

Aumni Acquisition Strengthens J.P. Morgan’s Private Markets Platform – $JPM $DIA $SPY $BRQS

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has successfully finalized its acquisition of Aumni, a prominent investment analytics software provider catering to the venture capital sector. This acquisition reinforces J.P. Morgan's dedication to creating the premier private markets platform for business...

Troy Broderick To Lead Global M&A Business As New COO At Goldman Sachs – $GS $DIA $BRQS

As per reports, Troy Broderick has been appointed as the new chief operating officer for the global mergers and acquisitions business at Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS).  He will be taking over the position from Russ Hutchinson, who left the company in March to become the CFO of Ally Financial Inc. B...

Global Slowdown, Debt Ceiling, & FOMC/Bank Threats Turn Stocks Red On Tuesday – $AMRC $ATOS $BTC $INVO $TWKS $UBER $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I hear, I know. I see, I remember. I do, I understand." - Confucius   Happy 2nd Day of the Week! I hope you had a great day.  As for the broad markets, stocks began and ended the day significantly in the red as investors were saddled with worries that included gl...

Bank, Biotech, & China Nasdaq Stocks Speak Loudly On May Day – $ASND $BRQS $GDC $JPM $NVDA $PCVX $TGTX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Opportunities are like sunrises. If you wait too long, you miss them." - William Arthur Ward   Happy May Day! I hope all is well in your neck of the woods to begin the week and the month.  As for the broad markets, stocks began the day overall in the green, but t...

Chevron Posts 5% Increase In Q1 Net Profit – $CVX $DIA $SPY $INVO

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) recently exceeded market expectations in the first quarter with a 5% increase in net profit to $6.57 billion or $3.46 per share. The company's refining business was the standout performer, with profits surging over five times to $1.8 billion due ...

Stocks Fly Higher On Thursday – $ATOS $CMCSA $HON $INM $INVO $META $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "He has achieved success who has worked well, laughed often, and loved much." - Elbert Hubbard   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a good day. Today, I attended and co-hosted a couple of Tribe Public events in Scottsdale and Peoria, AZ respectively, with Eric A...

Economic Slowdown, Banks, & Negative Narrative Push Stocks Lower On Wednesday – $ARWR $CMG $INM $META $MSFT Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Nobody who ever gave his best regretted it." - George Halas   Happy Wednesday! I hope that you had a great day. As for the broad markets, stocks overall traded lower today, however if you were loaded in the key NASDAQ stocks then you were typically happy as it swu...

Global Growth & Bank Concerns Weigh Heavily On Stocks Tuesday – $AMC $ARWR $BTC $HL $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "We must not allow other people's limited perceptions to define us." - Virginia Satir   Happy Tuesday! I hope that your day proved to be profitable.  As for the broad markets, stocks overall traded significantly lower today as First Republic's (FRC) quarterly earn...

Stocks Remain In Relatively Tight Range As Earnings Season Pushes Forward On Monday – $BRQS $FRC $GETY $HAL $INVO $NKE Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There is a wisdom of the head, and a wisdom of the heart." - Charles Dickens   Happy Monday! I hope all is well in your part of the world today. As for the broad markets, stocks overall traded within a relatively tight trading range as nothing from the macroeconom...

Thirsty Thursday Macro Picture Turns Sour As Stocks Drift Lower – $BRQS $INM $NOVA $UCAR $XPO Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Perfection is the child of time." - Joseph Hall   Happy Thirsty Thursday! I hope that you had an exciting and successful day.  As for the broad markets, stocks drifted lower today into the close as all indices finished the session in the red. Influencing the mark...

IBM Exceeds Q1 Expectations & Signals Strong Demand For IT Services – $IBM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) exceeded the expectations of Wall Street for its first-quarter profit and indicated that the demand for IT services was better than anticipated. In the first quarter, the company's software and consulting businesses increased by 6% and 8....

Interest Rates Edge Higher As Stocks Capitulate On Wednesday – $INVO $ISRG $SHIP $TDOC $WAL Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world." - Robin Williams   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a great Wednesday.  As for the broad markets, stocks once again traded within a relatively tight range, while both the Nasdaq & the R...

Disney To Cut Thousands Of Jobs Across Entertainment Division – $DIS $DIA

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) is planning to cut thousands of jobs next week, which would involve reducing 15% of its entertainment division. Various areas within the entertainment division, including TV, film, theme parks, and corporate teams, would be affected by the cuts, and every re...

Stocks Trade Within Relative Tight Range On Tuesday – $AAPL $ATOS $BRQS $INM $MDGL $NFLX $TDOC Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards."- Soren Kierkegaard   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a wonderful second day of the week.  As for the broad markets, stocks traded within a relatively tight range, while only the S&P man...

Biotech, Real Estate, & Small Cap Stocks Lead The Way On Monday – $AAPL $AI $INM $INVO $RXDX $TSLA $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Find something you're passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it." - Julia Child   Happy Monday! I hope that you have successfully kicked off the week in style.  As for the broad markets, today's stock market proved to be range restricted, but overal...

Chevron Shipping & Green Ships Team Up To Investigate Ammonia As Viable Marine Fuel – $CVX $DIA $BRQS

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) and the Angelicoussis Group's Energy Transition division, Green Ships, have announced a collaboration through their subsidiaries, Chevron Shipping Company LLC and Green Ships, to conduct a Joint Study on the feasibility of transporting ammonia as a potential low...

Apple’s Plan For A Greener Future: 100% Recycled Cobalt In Batteries By 2025 – $AAPL $DIA $BRQS

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) has declared that it intends to utilize solely recycled cobalt in batteries by 2025 as part of its mission to achieve carbon neutrality for all its products by the end of the decade. To achieve this goal, Apple has stated that it will also use recycled rare earth element...

Caterpillar Inc. To Announce Q1 2023 Results & Host Conference Call – $CAT $DIA

As per reports, on April 27th, 2023 at 5:30 a.m. CDT, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) will announce its financial results for the first quarter of 2023. The announcement will be posted on the company's website, investors.caterpillar.com/financials/quarterly-results. Caterpillar will also host a conference c...

Disinflationary PPI & Jobs’ Reports Fuel Thirsty Thursday’s Stock Market – $AAPL $ARKK $ATOS $CRSP $INM $TSLA $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The glow of one warm thought is to me worth more than money." - Thomas Jefferson   Happy Thirsty Thursday! I hope that the fourth day of the week turned out to be more than adequate for you and yours. As for the broad markets, today's stock market provided signifi...

IBM Considers Selling Weather Business To Focus On Cloud & Software Services – $IBM $DIA

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is contemplating the sale of its weather business as the company prioritizes software and cloud services. The division was obtained through the acquisition of the Weather Channel and Weather Underground's apps and websites in ...

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth Receives 10% Salary Raise In 2023 Due To Increased Profits – $CVX $DIA $SPY $BRQS $INVO

Reportedly, as a result of Chevron Corporation (CVX) increased profits and cash flow due to higher energy prices over the past year, CEO Mike Wirth received a salary increase of approximately 10%, raising his base pay to $1.85 million for 2023. In 2022, Wirth's total compensation, which ...

Apple In Talks To Produce MacBooks In Thailand – $AAPL $DIA $INVO $BRQS

As per reports, Apple Inc (AAPL) is in discussions with suppliers to produce MacBooks in Thailand, as part of the company's plans to expand its manufacturing operations beyond China. Apple has been producing its Apple Watch in Thailand for more than a year. The move comes as Apple and its suppliers ...

Recessionary Concerns (CPI, FOMC Minutes) Sour Stocks On Hump Day – $AG $INVO $LUCY $MSFT $SHIP $UNH Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom." - Viktor E. Frankl   Happy Hump Day! I hope that your middle of the week was truly successful.  As for the broad m...

Tuesday’s Stock Market Ends Mixed Prior to Hump Day’s CPI Report – $AMC $ATOS $BTC $KMX $LUCY $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Progress lies not in enhancing what is, but in advancing toward what will be." - Khalil Gibran  Happy Tuesday! I hope that the second day of the week treated you well.  As for the broad markets, today's markets proved to be a bit of a mixed session as investors awaited...

Katie Cotton, The Iconic Communications Chief Of Apple Inc. Passed Away – $AAPL $DIA $SPY

Reportedly, Katie Cotton, the former Vice President of Communications at Apple Inc., (AAPL) recently passed away. Cotton was a crucial figure in the company's media strategy and launch events, serving in the role for almost two decades until her retirement in 2014. She was known for her ...

Visa Welcomed Cybersecurity Expert Pam Murphy To Board Of Directors – $V $DIA

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) declared that Pam Murphy had been chosen as a new member of its board of directors. Ms. Murphy, who has been the CEO of Imperva, Inc. since January 2020, has a background in enterprise software, having spent nine years at Infor, Inc., where she served as COO...

Monday’s Stock Market Proves Volatile, But Ends Positive – $AG $AI $AMC $CVX $INM $MU $IWC Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Cherish all your happy moments; they make a fine cushion for old age." - Booth Tarkington   Happy Monday! I hope that the beginning of your workweek treated you all well.  As for the broad markets, today's session was a bit volatile, but overall the major indices m...

Apple Saw Global PC Shipments Drop – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, recently IDC reported that Apple realized an a 29% decline in global PC shipments during Q1 2023, citing weak demand, excess inventory, and a deteriorating macroeconomic climate as factors. The report analyzed the top five PC companies, and Apple (AAPL) was found to have ...

Stocks Surface To End The Holiday-Shortened Trading Week – $AAPL $AI $AMC $ARKK $INM $MSFT $NAAS $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The most effective way to do it, is to do it." -  Amelia Earhart   Happy Thursday! I hope that the last trading session of the week served you well.  As for the broad markets, today's session started a bit sluggish again, but then begin to rise overall and finish...

Walt Disney Company To Host Live Webcast Discussing Q2 2023 Financial Results – $DIS $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, the Walt Disney Company has scheduled a live audio webcast to discuss its financial results for the fiscal second quarter of 2023. The webcast will commence at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, following the release of the results after the close of regular trading ...

#HumpDay Proves Choppy, But Dow 30 Ends Green- $AMC $NAAS $JNJ $INM $INVO $UNH Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There is always room at the top." - Daniel Webster   Happy Wednesday! I hope that hump day has been an overall successful venture for you.  As for the broad markets, Wednesday's session was cloaked in a heavy coat made of 'slowdown concerns' and proved to be chopp...

Boeing To Report Q1 2023 Earnings & Host Conference Call On April 26th – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, aeropsace giant, Boeing (BA) is to release its first quarter earnings of 2023 on Wednesday, April 26th, followed by a conference at 10:30 a.m. ET, same day. Interested parties can join the conference call at https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/156333540 or by dialing 1-877-336-4436 within...

Stocks & JOLTS Leg Lower As Oil, Silver, & Stagflation Fears Jump On Tuesday – $AG $APE $EHC $HL $INTC $NKE Rise!

Quote of the Day --"If you're going through hell, keep going." - Winston Churchill   Happy Tuesday! I hope that today served you well in many ways.  As for the broad markets, Tuesday served to be a sobering session for most odd us as stocks sold off from the 'getgo' and all major indi...

JPMorgan Chase & Co. Releases 2022 Annual Report & Shareholder Letters – $JPM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the 2022 Annual Report of JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM), also referred to as the "Firm," has been released. This report consists of letters to the shareholders written by various business heads along with the Chairman & CEO. The report and its accompanying letters can now be accessed...

Energy Giant Chevron Corporation To Host Quarterly Earnings Conference Call On April 28, 2023 – $CVX $DIA $XLE $INVO

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has scheduled its quarterly earnings conference call for Friday, April 28, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. PT). Interested individuals can participate in the call by dialing 800-378-6902 in listen-only mode and entering the conference ID number 6069633. Th...

Q2 Begins With OPEC+ Charged Stock Market Session – $AI $ATOS $BRQS $CVX $FRC $INM $VKTX Rise!

Quote of the Day --"The only sure weapon against bad ideas is better ideas." - Alfred Whitney Griswold   Happy Monday! I hope that the start of the week has positioned you well to make advancements on all accounts.  As for the broad markets, the first trading day of Q2 ended in sort o...

Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola Cocktail Going Global As Pre-mixed Option In 2023 – $KO $DIA $SPY $INVO

As per reports, the iconic Jack Daniel's & Coca-Cola Company (KO) cocktail will be introduced in the United States as a pre-mixed, ready-to-drink (RTD) option for the first time. This beverage is inspired by a popular bar-call cocktail and contains Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey and...

McDonald’s To Temporarily Close US Offices For Layoff News – $MCD $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD), the popular burger chain, is set to temporarily shut down its U.S. offices to inform its corporate staff about the upcoming layoffs that are part of the company's overall restructuring plan. The report further mentioned that the company has urg...

Tesla Sets New Sales Record In Q1 After Price Cuts To Combat Rising Competition – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, after facing increasing competition from its rivals, Tesla's (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk decided to reduce prices, resulting in a record-breaking number of car sales in the first three months of the year. According to Tesla's announcement, the company delivered 422,875 vehicles in t...

Chatbot Ban In Italy Draws Criticism From Deputy Prime Minister – $MSFT $DIA $QQQ $AI $INVO

As per reports, the Deputy Prime Minister of Italy expressed his disagreement with the government's Data Protection Authority for temporarily banning the chatbot ChatGPT, which is powered by artificial intelligence and backed by Microsoft's (MSFT) OpenAI. The ban was implemen...

Honeywell Invests In Redaptive To Drive EaaS Sales For Commercial Buildings – $HON $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Honeywell (HON) has made a strategic investment in Redaptive to accelerate a collaboration aimed at bringing Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) capabilities to privately owned commercial and industrial buildings. The investment is expected to facilitate the rapid deployment of technologies desig...

McDonald’s To Refresh Board Of Directors With Retirement Of 2 Long-Serving Members – $MCD $DIA $SPY $INVO

According to reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) has announced the retirement of two long-serving members, Robert "Bob" A. Eckert and John W. Rogers, Jr., from its Board of Directors, effective from the 2023 Annual Shareholders' Meeting. Eckert and Rogers both joined the board on the same day in...

IBM Spinoff Kyndryl Holdings Inc. Follows Industry Trend With Employee Layoffs – $IBM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Kyndryl Holdings Inc., a technology company that spun off from International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) in November 2021, has laid off a significant number of employees in the midst of a tumultuous period for the industry. Kyndryl took over a considerable portion of IBM's le...

FAA Works With Wireless Carriers To Ensure Safe Coexistence Of 5G & Aviation – $XZ $T $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the four major U.S. wireless carriers have informed the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of their agreement to take voluntary actions to address aviation safety concerns and allow full use of the C-Band wireless spectrum for 5G use. This agreement follows extensive discussions...

Large Caps March Forward On Thursday – $AAPL $AI $BRQS $CVX $DIS $F $INM Rise!

Quote of the Day --"Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind." - Rudyard Kipling   Happy Thursday! I hope that you have experienced great success today.  As for the broad markets on the second to the last day of Q1, there was a positive move overall in the markets ...

Merck’s Q1 2023 Sales & Earnings Call On April 27 – $MRK $DIA $IBB $INVO

Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) will host a conference call on April 27, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. ET for institutional investors and analysts to discuss the company's sales and earnings for the first quarter. The call will feature an overview of the quarter's performance by company executives. A live audio web...

Microsoft’s Bing Search Engine Monetizes Chat Responses With Advertising Sales – $MSFT $DIA $QQQ $AI $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) is monetizing Bing chat search engine by selling advertising space in its responses. This move demonstrates a potential revenue model for the company's artificial intelligence tool, which already boasts an impressive 100 million daily users. Bing's updated version offers...

11 Sectors, Banks & Bitcoin Moved Higher On Hump Day- $AAPL $BEEM $BRQS $FRC $INM $INVO $INTC $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The more things change, the more they are the same." - Alphonse Karr   Happy Wednesday! I hope that your hump day was extremely successful. I am happy to report that the broad markets today turned out to be overwhelmingly positive as we near the end of Q1, which ha...

Intel Announces Release Schedule For New Data Center Chips, Including Sierra Forest – $INTC $DIA $QQQ $INVO

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC), a leading chip manufacturer in the U.S., has announced the release schedule for its latest semiconductor chips designed for data center customers. The company has confirmed that Sierra Forest, its first chip aimed at improving power efficiency, will be delivered...

Simplifying Healthcare: UnitedHealth Group To Scale Back Prior Authorization Process – $UNH $DIA $SPY $INVO

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) is reportedly planning to decrease the usage of the prior authorization procedure by 20% for certain non-urgent surgeries and procedures. This process involves obtaining coverage approval for specific non-emergency procedures. The red...

Stocks Move Lower As The Energy Sector Creeps Tuesday – $AG $AMC $ATOS $BRQS $CVX $HL $INTC $NKE $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Of all possessions a friend is the most precious." - Herodotus   Happy Tuesday! I hope that your second day of the week has turned out well for you and yours. As for the broad markets, Tuesday's session was an overall negative ride where all major indices. The ene...

Apple Launches Apple Pay Later Service For Flexible Payment Options – $AAPL $SPY $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Apple Inc (AAPL) has launched a new service in the United States called Apple Pay Later, which allows consumers to buy items and pay for them over time. The service offers users the option to split their payments into four installments over a six-week period without incurring any additio...

Microsoft Unveils ‘Security Copilot’ To Enhance Cybersecurity Analysis With AI – $MSFT $DIA $SPY $QQQ $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) launched a tool to assist cybersecurity professionals in identifying breaches and threat signals, and to better analyze data using OpenAI's latest GPT-4 generative artificial intelligence model. The tool, called 'Security Copilot', is a user-friendly prompt box ...

Walmart’s Key Executives To Present Strategic Plans In 2023 Investor Meeting – $WMT $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has announced that it has scheduled its 2023 Investment Community Meeting in Florida on April 4-5. On April 5, the company will webcast presentations from its key executives, including the president and CEO, CFO, and business unit CEOs for Walmart U.S., Walmart...

Walgreens Beats Expectations With Strong Pharmacy Sales & Expansion Investments – $WBA $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) quarterly profit exceeded market expectations, driven by stronger-than-anticipated sales in its retail pharmacy business. The increase in prescription drug sales comes as the initial impact of COVID vaccination demand, which initially helped offset low non-C...

Disney Shareholders’ Annual Meeting Webcast – $DIS

On April 3, 2023, The Walt Disney Company's  (DIS) shareholders can watch the live webcast of the Company's annual meeting, during which management will provide their remarks. The webcast will be accessible through www.disney.com/investors at 1:00 p.m. ET/ 10:00 a.m. PT. Additionally, the webcast p...

Apple CEO Tim Cook Recently Met China’s Minister Of Commerce To Strengthen Ties – $AAPL $DIA $SPY $INVO

In recent times, Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple Inc., (AAPL) had a meeting with Wang Wentao, China's Minister of Commerce, to stress the importance of the relationship between the prominent US consumer tech company and its significant partner, especially considering the heightened tensions between Washi...

Job Cuts At Disney: Company Begins Notifying Affected Employees – $DIS $DIA $SPY $INVO

As per reports, Walt Disney Company (DIS) has initiated the 7k layoffs it announced earlier this year, as confirmed in a letter from CEO Bob Iger. The company's aim is to reduce costs and streamline its business, with major divisions including Disney Entertainment, Disney Parks, Experien...

Bank Stocks Propel Markets Fashionably Forward on Monday – $AI $BRQS $FCNCA $FRC $INVO $PROK $TSLA $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it." - Confucius   Happy Monday! I hope your week kicked off in grand fashion. As for the broad markets, Monday's session seemed to dominated by the highly publicized stories related to North Carolina-based First Citiz...

Amgen Appeals To Supreme Court To Revive Repatha Patents – $AMGN $DIA $IBB $XB $SNY $REGN $INVO

Reportedly, in the coming week, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear Amgen Inc's appeal to revive patents for its Repatha cholesterol-lowering drug. This comes after a lower court invalidated two of Amgen's patents in a legal dispute with Sanofi SA (SNY)) and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN) Amgen ...

Salesforce Considers Further Job Cuts To Improve Profitability – $CRM $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Chief Operating Officer Brian Millham, Salesforce Inc. (CRM) may undergo another round of job cuts as the company aims to improve its profitability. Previously, the software company had been focused on hiring and making large acquisitions, but it is now redirecting its efforts towards ac...

Procter & Gamble To Webcast Q3 Earnings Discussion On April 21, 2023 – $PG $DIA $SPY $INVO

On April 21, 2023, Procter & Gamble Company (PG) is scheduled to discuss its third quarter earnings results through a live audio webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET. The webcast can be accessed by media and investors at www.pginvestor.com and will be available for replay. The Procter & Gamble Company...

Disney World & Unions Agreeing On Minimum Wage Hike – $DIS $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company (DIS) World has reached a tentative agreement with its service worker unions that it would increase the starting minimum wage from $15 to $18 per hour. The deal would also provide a raise of $5.50 to $8.60 to every unionized theme park worker by the end of the contrac...

Apple Taiwanese Supplier Pegatron Eyes India As Next Growth Frontier For 2nd Factory – $AAPL $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Pegatron Corp, a Taiwanese firm that provides products to Apple Inc. (AAPL), is in talks to construct a second production plant in India. The proposed plant is expected to be located in close proximity to Chennai, a city in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, just six months following the ...

Stock Market Volatility Increases During Thursday’s ‘Digestive’ Session – $AI $BEEM $GDS $KDNY $PROK $REGN $SHIP $SNY Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The man who is swimming against the stream knows the strength of it." - Woodrow Wilson   Happy Thirsty Thursday! I hope you experienced a productive and fulfilling day.  As for the broad markets, Thursday's session proved to be relatively volatile as investors fu...

Coca-Cola To Release Q1 2023 Financial Results & Host Investor Call in April – $KO $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, The Coca-Cola Company (KO) to release its first quarter 2023 financial results April 24 before the New York Stock Exchange opens. The release will be followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The company invites investors to join a webcast at www.co...

Workers Laid Off At Walmart E-Commerce Sites Across 5 States- $WMT $DIA $SPY

Reportedly, Walmart (WMT) has asked employees at five of its facilities in the United States that handle e-commerce orders to find jobs at other company locations within 90 days, as a reduction or elimination in evening and weekend shifts led to layoffs. The affected locations include Pedricktown, N...

Apple Eyes English Football Streaming, Amazon Develops Sports App – $AAPL $AMZN $DIA $SPY $MANU $INVO

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is contemplating making a bid for the streaming rights to various English football games. These rights would include the ability to broadcast Premier League matches in the UK, as well as games from lower leagues run by the English Football League.  It's worth noting th...

Uncle ‘Jerry’ Powell Bumps Up Interest Rates As Stocks Dive On Hump Day – $AG $BRQS $GME $INM $INVO $PROK Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Success is the sum of small efforts - repeated day in and day out." - Robert Collier   Happy Wednesday! I hope you had a productive day at work and in the markets.  As for the broad markets, hump day proved to be an overall negative session as Uncle 'Jerry' Powel...

American Express To Host Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call In April – $AXP $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) has scheduled an earnings conference call on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. (ET) to discuss the financial results for the first quarter of 2023. The company plans to host a live audio webcast accessible to the public through the American Express Inv...

Boeing Secures $2.5 Billion Deal To Sell 21 737 MAX Jets To Japan Airlines – $BA $DIA $INVO

Boeing Co (BA) has reportedly secured a deal with Japan Airlines Co (JAL) to sell 21 of its 737 MAX jets for a minimum of $2.5 billion at list prices. This marks JAL's first order for the 737 MAX, as the airline mainly operates Boeing aircraft, including the 737-800 as its primary narrowbody plane. ...

Verizon Q1 2023 Earnings Report Date Announced – $VZ $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is set to disclose its Q1 2023 earnings on Tuesday, April 25th. The earnings report will be presented through a webcast starting at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. By 7:30 a.m. that day, access instructions and presentation materials will be available on Ve...

JP Morgan Teams Up With Campbell Lutyens For Private Equity Access – $JPM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is set to team up with Campbell Lutyens, a private equity advisory firm based in London. The collaboration aims to provide JPMorgan's clients with access to transactions involving the continuation funds of private equity firms. This partnership will expa...

Judge’s Ruling Clears The Way For UnitedHealth’s Acquisition Of Change Healthcare – $UNH $DIA $INVO

According to recent reports, the U.S. Justice Department has decided to drop its appeal against UnitedHealth Group's (UNH) acquisition of Change Healthcare for almost $8 billion in 2022. Initially, the Justice Department had argued that UnitedHealth, the largest health insurer in the U.S., would gai...

China Sales Providing Boost For Tesla – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA) is on track to deliver one of its strongest quarters in China, according to the latest retail sales data. As the first electric vehicle manufacturer to cut prices in the country, Tesla is striving to maintain its market share. The figures from China Merchants Bank Internatio...

Yellen’s Systematic Intervention Speech Pushes Banks, Stocks Higher on Tuesday Rise – $ADT $AMZN $ARKK $FRC $INVO $JPM $KRE $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "You exist only in what you do." - Federico Fellini   Happy Second Day of The Week! I hope you had a wonderful day and that the stock market treated you well.  As for the broad markets, Tuesday's session was an overall positive one as Treasury Secretary Janet Yell...

Google’s AI Chatbot Bard Now Available To Public In US & UK. – $GOOG $SPY $MSFT $INVO

Reportedly, Google has begun making its chatbot Bard available to the public in the US and the UK. Previously, the program was only accessible to approved testers. Bard is an experiment that uses generative AI, which relies on past data to create content rather than identify it. The release of Micro...

PROGRESS REPORT: INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ $INVO) Signs Binding Agreements For Materially Transformative Acquisition

INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ: INVO) is a commercial-stage fertility company dedicated to expanding the assisted reproductive technology ("ART") marketplace by making fertility care accessible and inclusive to people around the world. Their primary mission is to implement new medical technologies aimed at...

Stocks Hop Seeing Widespread Sector Performance On Monday – $AAPL $BRQS $INM $INVO $IWC $SHIP $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Most people have the will to win, few have the will to prepare to win." - Bobby Knight   Happy Monday! I hope great start to your week.  As for the broad markets, Monday's session was positive from beginning to end as all 11 sectors closed in the green after the ...

Boeing, SpaceX, Netflix Join +50 US Companies On Business Mission To Vietnam – $BA $TSLA $NFLX $INVO

Reportedly, more than 50 companies, including aerospace manufacturers Boeing (BA), Lockheed Martin, and Bell, along with Netflix, SpaceX, and others, will participate in the "biggest-ever" U.S. business mission to Vietnam, organized by the US-ASEAN Business Council. The delegation aims to discuss in...

Virtual Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Set For Walmart On May 31 – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has announced that it will conduct its Annual Shareholders' Meeting virtually on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Shareholders can participate in the meeting through a live audio webcast and can cast their vote electronically, online, by mail or phone before the meetin...

Amgen Increasing Job Cuts Amid Industry Pressure – $AMGN $DIA $INVO

According to reports, Amgen Inc. (AMGN) has declared that it will cut 450 jobs, which accounts for less than 2% of the company's entire workforce. This is the second time this year that the company is implementing layoffs due to the challenges of increasing drug prices and inflation. The decision to...

The Big Banks & Janet Yellen’s Actions Help To Swing Stocks Higher Thursday – $AAPL $FRC $INM $INTC $INVO $META $JPM $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The true art of memory is the art of attention." - Samuel Johnson   Happy Thursday! I hope all is well in your part of the world.  As for the broad markets, Thursday's session was volatile, but after some early sideways action it began to raise essentially into t...

Microsoft Previews AI “Copilot” & “Business Chat” Experience For Microsoft 365 – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) has given a glimpse into a new AI "copilot" designed for its Microsoft 365 product suite, which includes popular applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. The AI technology will initially be tested by select business customers and aims to provide content dr...

Wednesday Welcomes More Stock Market & Bank Woes – $ARKK $BRQS $META $QQQ $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The secret of happiness is something to do." - John Burroughs     Happy Wednesday! I hope that your Hump day was especially fruitful for you and yours.  As for the broad markets, an overall a virtual beat down was once again experienced on Wednesday as the ...

J&J’s Experimental Pill Shows Promise Against Dengue Virus – $JNJ $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has developed an experimental pill for dengue that has shown promising results in animal studies. According to data published the pill was effective against all four types of the dengue virus in mice and prevented infection from two types in monkeys. This ...

Boeing Expects Aircraft Financing To Rebound In 2023 – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Boeing Co. (BA) has announced that it anticipates commercial aircraft financing to recover and approach pre-pandemic levels in 2023, indicating a robust industry outlook. Boeing regularly evaluates aircraft financing trends and has observed a rise in interest from financiers and investor...

McDonald’s USA Appoints Tabassum Zalotrawala As Chief Development Officer For U.S Business – $MCD $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) USA President, Joe Erlinger, has announced the appointment of Tabassum Zalotrawala as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer. Zalotrawala's role will be to lead the development efforts for McDonald's in the United States and she will re...

Travelers To Review Q1 2023 Results On April 19 – $TRV $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) is scheduled to hold a review of its Q1 2023 results at 9 a.m. ET on Wednesday, April 19. The review will follow the release of the results earlier that morning. Interested investors can listen to the call by dialing 888-440-6281 (within the U.S.) or 6...

CPI Report Welcomes A ‘Bit of Green’ Into The Stock Market On Tuesday – $AAPL $ADT $ARKK $FRC $INVO $META $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "A will finds a way." - Orison Swett Marden     Happy Tuesday! I hope that your second day of the week was even better than your first. As for the broad markets, an overall rebound was realized today that was seemingly fueled by a CPI report that came in line...

Seasoned Leader Vimal Kapur To Take Over As CEO Of Honeywell – $HON $DIA $INVO

According to reports, Honeywell International In. (HON) has announced that Vimal Kapur will be taking over as CEO, succeeding Darius Adamczyk. Kapur, who has over 30 years of experience leading various businesses within the company, was appointed Honeywell's president and chief operating officer ten...

Microsoft Signs 10-Year Licensing Deal With Boosteroid For Call Of Duty – $MSFT $ATVI $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) has entered into a 10-year licensing agreement with cloud gaming provider Boosteroid, to bring Activision's Call of Duty franchise to the platform. This move is partially aimed at addressing competition concerns related to Microsoft's acquisition of Activision. However, ...

Saudi Arabia Commits To 78-Boeing Dreamliner Deal For New Airlines – $BA $DIA $INVO

According to recent reports, Saudi Arabia is set to purchase 78 Boeing Co. (BA) 787 Dreamliners as part of a plan by Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman to rejuvenate the country's national airline and establish a new international carrier that will challenge the likes of Emirates and Qatar Airways. Un...

Nike Joins Puma In Ending Use Of Kangaroo Leather Amid Growing Criticism – $NKE $DIA $INVO

NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has announced that it will discontinue the use of kangaroo skins in its shoes this year. This move comes after Puma, Nike's German rival, made a similar announcement, marking an end to a controversial practice that has received backlash from animal rights activists and consumers ali...

Bank & Biotech Stocks Command Investors Attention To Begin The Week – $AAPL $AG $ARKK $ILNM $INM $INVO $PRVB $SGEN $TSLA $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "To live is to think." - Marcus Tullius Cicero     Happy Monday! I hope that your first day of the week has treated you well.   As for the broad markets and investors minds, they were somewhat consumed by the headlines and associated stories related to the b...

Caterpillar Workers Avoid Strike By Approving 6-Year Labor Contract – $CAT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the United Auto Workers (UAW) union has announced that workers at four local Caterpillar (CAT) chapters have agreed and voted in favor of a new six-year labor contract, avoiding a potential strike at the largest construction equipment manufacturer in the world. The new agreement applies ...

Apple Launches iPhone 14 & 14 Plus With Advanced Features & New Color – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

According to reports, Apple (AAPL) has recently launched its latest iPhone models, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. The new range includes a new color option, yellow, along with the existing colors such as midnight, starlight, RED, blue, and purple. In a statement, Apple claimed that the new iPhone...

Did Disney CEO Just Admit That Theme Park Prices May Have Been Too High?… – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Walt Disney Company (DIS) CEO Bob Iger has acknowledged that some customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the high prices of the company's theme parks. Recently, speaking at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference, Iger admitted that the recent price increas...

American Express Authorizes Share Buyback & Dividend Increase – $AXP $DIA $INVO

The Board of Directors at American Express Company (AXP) has potentially taken two steps that are hoed will benefit its shareholders. Firstly, they have authorized the buyback of up to 120 million common shares of the company, which is subject to the Board's review and approval. This action could he...

General Motors & Microsoft Consider Use Of ChatGPT To Improve Vehicle Features – $GM $MSFT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, General Motors Co (GM) is considering the utilization of ChatGPT, in collaboration with Microsoft (MSFT), for various purposes. One potential use case is to provide information on how to use vehicle features typically found in an owner's manual, such as programming garage door codes ...

UK Regulator Extends Apple App Store Probe Deadline – $AAPL $DIA $SPY $INVO

As per reports, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Britain's competition regulator, has extended the deadline for its ongoing review and analysis of Apple's (AAPL) terms and conditions for app developers until May. The CMA launched an investigation in March 2021 into Apple's app distributi...

Intel To Host Investor Webinar On Data Center AI Business & Growth Drivers – $INTC $DIA $INVO

Intel Corporation (INTC) has announced that it will be hosting an investor webinar on March 29, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. PDT. The purpose of this webinar is to provide the audience with updates on Intel's Data Center and AI business, along with its growth drivers, and to review the company's product roadm...

NIKE Announces Changes To Senior Leadership Team To Support Digital Growth Strategy – $NKE $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has made changes to its senior leadership team to support its Consumer Direct Acceleration (CDA) strategy, aimed at achieving long-term growth and profitability through digital channels. These changes were announced recently, with Amy Montagne, currently VP/GM, APLA, tra...

Amgen Declares $2.13 Per Share Dividend For Q2 2023 – $AMGN $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Amgen (AMGN) has announced that its Board of Directors has approved a dividend of $2.13 per share for the second quarter of 2023. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on June 8, 2023, to all stockholders who are recorded as of the close of business on May 18, 2023. DID YOU KNOW? Fert...

Boeing & Shield AI Partner To Enhance Military Use Of Autonomous Aircraft Software Via AI Tech- $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Boeing Co. (BA) and Shield AI Inc. have entered into a partnership aimed at accelerating the military utilization of Shield AI's autonomous aircraft software and exploring other defense applications for the AI technology. Shield AI's Hivemind software is a unique self-driving AI pilot fo...

Microsoft To License ‘Call Of Duty’ To Sony For A Decade Amid Acquisition ($69B) Concerns – $MSFT $SONY $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) has stated that it will license the "Call of Duty" (CoD) franchise of Activision Blizzard to Sony for 10 years in response to concerns raised by Britain over its $69 billion acquisition of the gaming company. As per a document published by the regulator, this move is aim...

Stock Market’s Sharp-Toothed Decline Felt On Thursday – $ASAN $BRQS $INVO $NARI $OCEA $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The sea hath fish for every man." - William Camden     Happy Thursday! I hope that your fourth day of the week was especially rewarding on all accounts.  As for the broad markets, stocks proceeded to dive deeply across all sectors today forcing all the majo...

Intel Seeks Additional Subsidies ($5B) For Chip Manufacturing Complex In Germany – $INTC $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) is facing financial hurdles with its chip manufacturing complex project in eastern Germany and is seeking additional subsidies from the German government. The company has requested an estimated €4 billion to €5 billion in additional aid to continue the pr...

Opko Health Partners with Merck On Epstein-Barr Virus Vaccine Deal Worth Up To $922M – $MRK $OPK $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Opko Health Inc. (OPK)  has signed a deal with Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) for its experimaental Epstein-Barr virus vaccine. Merck will take over the clinical and regulatory activities related to the vaccine, as well as its commercialization once Opko's unit ModeX Therapeutics files...

Interest Rates Increase As Stocks Wobble On Wednesday – $AAPL $ADT $APE $BRQS $DKS $INM $SHIP $VERX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "What is called genius is the abundance of life and health." - Henry David Thoreau     Happy Hump Day! I hope that your Wednesday treated you as well as expected or even better.  As for the broad markets, stocks seem to be a bit wobbly after having swallowin...

The Fed’s Hawk Reprices The Stock Market On Tuesday – $BBIO $DKS $INM $INVO $KDNY $SE $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Prosperity tries the fortunate, adversity the great." - Rose Kennedy     Happy Tuesday! I hope that your second day of the week was good to you.  As for the broad markets, stocks took a rather sizable hit across the board today. The move came as Fed Chair '...

Salesforce & OpenAI Partner Seeks To Revolutionize Business Software With EinsteinGPT – $CRM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Salesforce Inc. (CRM) has announced a collaboration with OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, to incorporate the chatbot sensation into its collaboration software, Slack. Additionally, the company plans to introduce generative artificial intelligence to its overall business software throu...

Tesla Seeking To Move Closer To Commencing Production Of First EVs In Mexico – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA) is close to receiving the final permits necessary to commence construction of its new factory in Nuevo Leon, Mexico, near the U.S.-Mexico border. The company is aiming to begin producing its first cars in Mexico by next year. Tesla CEO Elon Musk had announced the investment,...

Merck’s Experimental Heart Drugs Show Positive Results (Exercise Capacity) In Clinical Trials – $MRK $DIA $INVO

Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has reportedly announced the positive results of a late-stage study revealing that its experimental therapy, sotatercept, has increased the exercise capacity of patients who have a fatal disease that causes high pressure in the blood vessels of the heart and lungs. The ph...

PROGRESS REPORT: Borqs Tech Expects Significant Revenue Jump & Increased Shareholder Value Via Solar Divestiture – $BRQS $FSLR $TSLA

Borqs Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: BRQS) is a global leader in software and products for the IoT, providing customizable, differentiated and scalable Android-based smart connected devices and cloud service solutions. Borqs has achieved leadership and customer recognition as an innovative end-to-end I...

Stocks End Sideways As Fed Fears Blossom – $AAPL $ATOS $BBIO $BRQS $INM $INVO $UNCY Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "No one can figure out your worth but you." - Pearl Bailey     Happy First Day of the Week! I hope that your Monday proved to be overwhelmingly successful.  As for the broad markets, stocks started out initially with a positive trajectory, but then headed low...

Boeing & Airbus Team Up To Compete For Royal Air Force & British Army Helicopter Contract – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, two major airplane manufacturers, Boeing Co. (BA) from the United States and Airbus SE from Europe, have joined forces to compete for a contract from the UK government. This contract is for the provision of helicopters to the Royal Air Force and the British Army to replace the aging flee...

Merck Seeks Lynparza’s Expanded Use In Treating Advanced Prostate Cancer – $MRK $DIA $AZN $INVO

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) and AstraZeneca PLC (AZN) have announced that an independent advisory committee for the U.S. health regulator will review their application seeking expanded use of Lynparza to treat advanced prostate cancer. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's committee is...

Tesla Recalls Model Y SUVs In US Regarding Potential Seat Issue- $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Tesla has announced the recall of 3,470 Model Y vehicles in the United States due to concerns that bolts securing the second-row seatback frames may not have been properly tightened. The recall applies to Model Y cars manufactured between 2022 and 2023 and was disclosed in a filing. Acco...

Boeing CEO Misses Bonus Target Due to 777X Service Entry Delay – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) has denied CEO Dave Calhoun a bonus of $7 million due to the company's inability to put the 777X into service by the end of 2023. Calhoun had been offered this incentive when he took over as CEO in January 2020 and had to meet seven milestones by the end of this year. However...

Verizon Extends Adeia’s Media IP License Agreement – $VZ $DIA $INVO

Adeia Inc. and Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) have reportedly agreed to a multi-year extension of their license to Adeia's media patent portfolio. As a leading communication services provider in the United States, Verizon offers an extensive range of services to its customers over its networks, w...

Fortune Names McDonald’s As One Of World’s Most Admired Companies For 15 Years In A Row – $MCD $DIA $INVO

According to reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) has been named one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune for 15 years in a row. The company expressed pride in this achievement, which is a testament to McDonald's considerable global influence as it strives to feed and support communit...

Verizon Makes Senior Leadership Changes – $VZ $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc.'s (VZ) finance chief Matt Ellis to exit in May, after a number of senior leadership changes. The changes comes at a time when Verizon is facing tough competition from rivals for new users and is investing heavily in 5G. Senior Vice President Tony Skiadas will...

Walgreens Warned From Dispensing Abortion Pills – $WBA $DIA

According to reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has made the decision to refrain from dispensing abortion pills through the mail in the states of 20 Republican attorneys general. These attorneys general had warned the pharmacy chain that it could potentially violate the law if it chose to distri...

Retailing Giant Walmart CEO Doug McMillon Extends Tenure – $WMT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Chief Executive Office Doug McMillon, 56, to lead the company for at least three more years as the retailer continues to work on to finalizing its successor. Kathryn McLay, 49, the head of Walmart warehouse chain Sam's Club, is also among those seen as pote...

Caterpillar Announces Terms & Benefits On Its Renewed Labor Agreement To Be Voted On March 12- $CAT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) workers are scheduled to vote on a tentative agreement with the company on March 12. The company informed that it had reached a six-year agreement with UAW members, warding off a strike at three central Illinois manufacturing facilities and a parts and distributio...

Salesforce, Dow 30 Lead Stocks Higher On Thursday – $ARKK $CERT $CRM $DIS $IBB $INVO $NKE Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Let there be work, bread, water and salt for all." - Nelson Mandela   Happy Thursday! I hope that your Thursday ended up going better that you could have reasonably expected. As for the broad markets, the markets drifted lower for approximately two-thirds of the d...

Walmart To Open 28 Healthcare Centers Across U.S By Yearend 2024 – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT)  announced opening of 28 new healthcare centers in the United States by the end of next year, including its first ones in Missouri and Arizona, by the end of 2024.  The new Health centers will cover about 5,750 square feet and offer services including startin...

Boeing Seeking To Elect SUEZ SA CEO Sabrina Soussan To Board At Annual Meeting On April 18 – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the board of Boeing Company (BA) announced that it has nominated Sabrina Soussan as a new director at the company's upcoming annual meeting of shareholders. Soussan currently serves as chair and CEO of SUEZ SA, a Paris-based global utility company specializing in water and waste manageme...

Walgreens To Release Fiscal 2023 Q2 Earnings On March 28, 2023 – $WBA $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has scheduled to release its fiscal 2023 second quarter results on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at at 7 a.m. ET followed by a one-hour conference call with WBA management beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss and review the results. The call can be reached at...

Small Cap & Biotech Stocks Move Higher To Kick Off March – $ADT $INVO $IBB $KDNY $RETA $SRPT $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "When one paints an ideal, one does not need to limit one's imagination." - Ellen Key   Happy Hump Day! I hope that your middle of the week ventures have proven to be both productive and profitable as we kicked off March.  As for the broad markets, it was a somewh...

Salesforce Reports Q1 Revenue Beat, Increases Share Buyback Program – $CRM $DIA $INVO

Salesforce (CRM) reported Q1 revenue beating estimates as pandemic-induced migration to hybrid-work models increased demand. The CRM giant will also increase its share repurchase program to $20 billion. In January, to drive down costs, Salesforce cut jobs by 10% after pandemic hiring left it with a ...

Caterpillar’s CFO To Participate At Evercore ISI Industrial Conference On March 8 – $CAT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc.'s (CAT) Chief Financial Officer Andrew Bonfield is to participate in a fireside chat at the 15th annual Evercore ISI Industrial Conference on Wednesday, March 8, 2023.  The webcast can be reached at https://wsw.com/webcast/evercore33/cat/2146200. The CFO, Mr. Bonfie...

February Closes With Large Caps Legging Lower – $AG $ANF $BEEM $BRQS $INM $SHIP $TGT $ZM Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Perfection is attained by slow degrees; it requires the hand of time." - Voltaire   Happy Tuesday! I hope that week your second day of the week was amazingly successful.  As for the broad markets, it was an overall negative session where the large cap indices clo...

Microsoft Adds Upgraded Bing Search Engine To Windows Bringing AI Usage Closer To Its Users – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) is adding its recently upgraded Bing search engine to its Windows computer software, aiming to put artificial intelligence (AI) at the fingertips of hundreds of millions of its users. The technology giant's OS will include the new Bing in desktop computers' search b...

Intel Builds Software Platform For Quantum Computers – $INTC $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Intel Corporation has built a software platform for developers to build quantum algorithms that can run on a quantum computer. Quantum computing, in theory, can perform calculations quicker than conventional computers and is based on quantum physics. Intel Labs' head of quantum applicati...

Chevron Raises Annual Share Buyback Target Up to $20B! – $CVX $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, U.S. energy giant Chevron Corporation (CVX) raised its share buyback outlook to between $10 billion and $20 billion per year and reaffirmed its production guidance of more than 3% annual growth by 2027. In January, Chevron tripled its budget for buybacks to $75 billion with no fixed expi...

Tesla Surges, Yields Fall As Stocks Close In The Green On Monday – $AMC $ATOS $BEEM $BRQS $INM $SGEN $SHIP $TSLA $ZOOM Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Time passes irrevocably." - Virgil   Happy Monday! I hope that week has began with a positive move or two for all of you in the markets and otherwise.  As for the broad markets, it was an overall positive session that started off 'uber' strong, then drifted lower...

Is Microsoft’s Bing Chatbot Violating Data Protection & Privacy? – $MSFT $DIA $AMZN $JPM $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) staff can read users’ conversations with its Bing chatbot amid growing data protection and privacy concerns around using the system. The company informed that human reviewers are monitoring what users submit to the chatbot in order to respond to the “inappropriate be...

JOIN Tribe Public’s FREE Webinar Tues., Feb. 28 (8:30AM PT / 11:30AM ET) Event “Sustainable Products Solving EVs’ Biggest Challenges” – $BEEM $ARKK $TSLA

You are cordially invited to join Vista Partners' sister organization, Tribe Public, for a FREE Webinar Presentation and Q&A Event which will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, February 28th (8:30 am PT/ 11:30 am ET). Tribe Public's (www.tribepublic.com) complimentary worldwide webinars are efficient 3...

UnitedHealth Board Announces Quarterly Dividend Payable March 21, 2023 – $UNH $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the UnitedHealth Group board authorized the payment of a cash dividend of $1.65 per share, payable on March 21, 2023, to common stockholders as of March 13, 2023. Dow 30 component UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) operates as a diversified health and well-being company in the Unit...

Microsoft To Launch AI-powered Services For Telecom Firms – MSFT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) is to launch two AI-powered services designed to manage telecom networks, with the same capabilities used to manage the tech giant's Azure cloud platform. Operators can benefit from its advanced artificial intelligence that helps to unlock new business opportunities and ...

Cisco Partners With Mercedes Benz To Add Webex Conferencing To E-Class – $CSCO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Cisco (CSCO) has partnered with Mercedes Benz to add its Webex conferencing tools to the dashboard of vehicles arriving in the coming weeks. The Wi-Fi and cellular data equipped 2024 Mercedes-Benz E Class will allow users to download Cisco's Webex application directly on the touchscr...

UnitedHealth Extends Partnership With Somatus Offering Kidney Care To 5 New States – $UNH $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) and Somatus, Inc., a value-based kidney care company, have expanded their partnership to provide advanced kidney care services to five new states. The partnership will benefit thousands of new members throughout Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, ...

Walmart Tops Wall Street Expectations, Remains Cautious – $WMT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) released fiscal Q4 earnings, beating holiday quarter expectations and reporting adjusted earnings of $1.71 versus $1.51 expected with revenue of $164.05 billion versus $159.72 billion expected. Walmart reported net income of $6.28 billion, or $2.32, up from...

Home Depot Quarterly Earnings Report Mixed Results – $HD $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) reported mixed Q4 earnings, posting earnings per share of $3.30 versus $3.28 expected, and revenue of $35.83 billion versus $35.97 billion expected. Year over year, Home Depot earnings increased 2.8% and revenue edged up 0.3%. For fiscal 2023, the home improveme...

Boeing Announced Production Halt Of “Top Gun: Maverick” Featured Fighter Jets – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Boeing Co  (BA) is planning to halt production of the F/A-18 Super Hornet in late 2025, as it delivers the last of the fighter jets. The aerospace giant is shifting focus to winning the race for the sixth-generation of combat aircraft and is planning to hire more workers and build three...

The Stock Market Ends Green Despite Increased Volatility On Thursday – $ADT $ATOS $BEEM $ETSY $NEO $NVDA $SHIP Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The world of reality has its limits; the world of imagination is boundless." - Jean-Jacques Rousseau   Happy Thursday! I hope that your Thursday has proved be both exciting and profitable so far.  As for the broad markets, it was a volatile day where the major in...

Merck’s COVID Pill Ineffective In Preventing Infection Within Households – $MRK $PFE $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.'s (MRK) COVID-19 pill,  molnupiravir was not effective at reducing the risk of coronavirus infections in people living with the COVID infected patients. The results were similar to findings from rival Pfizer Inc. (PFE), whose COVID pill Paxlovid also failed to cut ...

Nike Set To Release Q3 Earnings March 21 – $NKE $DIA $INVO

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) schedules the release of its third quarter fiscal 2023 financial results on March 21, 2023, Tuesday, after the market closes. The sports giant to host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT. to review the results. The event can be reached at https://investors.nike.com. ...

FOMC Minutes Released While Stocks End Mixed On Hump Day – $AMC $ARKK $NVDA $SGML $SHIP $TSLA $XBI $W Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time." - Bertrand Russell   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a good enough Wednesday and prospered in the stock market. As for the broad markets, it was an overall negative day even though the Nasdaq and the Russell mana...

Intel Cuts Quarterly Dividend – $INTC $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) is decreasing its quarterly dividend as a major step of its strategy to improve its capital position amid unstable times. Recently, Intel confirmed that two of its major components data centers and personal computers witnessed slowing growth after two years o...

Interest Rates, Dollar Rise While Stocks Slide Significantly On Tuesday – $AMC $IQ $SGML $WMT $VIR $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders." - Lao Tzu   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a great start during this President's day holiday shortened week. Investors today had to endure headlines about geopolitical worries associated with the US, Ch...

Microsoft’s President Brad Smith To Lead Delegation At Activision Deal EU Hearing – $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) President Brad Smith will seek to convince EU antitrust regulators at a closed hearing that the U.S. technology giant's $69 billion bid for "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard will improve competition. Brad Smith will lead a delegation of 18 senior executives, i...

Reportedly, Pou Chen To Cut Thousands Of Jobs At Its Vietnam Facility – $NKE $DIA

As per reports, Taiwan's Pou Chen Corp, the world's largest maker of branded sports footwear is to cut around 6,000 jobs at its Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City plant due to sluggish demand. The firm's Pouyuen Vietnam factory will cut 3,000 jobs this month, and not extend labor contracts for another 3,000...

IBM Sues Former Top Exec For Joining Rival In Asia-Pacific Region- $IBM $ACN $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, IBM. Corp (IBM) is suing Patama Chantaruck its former top executive in its Thailand subsidiary, claiming Chantaruck should pay back nearly half a million dollars in bonus awards for accepting a job at Accenture, its rival company. In a lawsuit filed in federal court in New York, IBM ...

Reportedly, A Tesla Driver Died Crashing Into A Fire Truck

As per reports, a Tesla driver in California lost his life last week after crashing into a fire truck on an interstate highway. U.S. regulators are investigating Tesla vehicles with the Autopilot driver assistance system over a string of crashes with parked emergency vehicles. As per the Contra Cos...

Boeing To Offer CEO Dave Calhoun ~$5.3M Retention Grant – $BA $DIA

As per reports, Boeing (BA) is offering CEO Dave Calhoun an incentive worth approximately $5.29 million to push him to stay throughout the company's recovery from the crises of the COVID-19 pandemic and two deadly 737 MAX crashes that led to the fleet’s grounding incurring consecutive losses. On F...

InMed Began ’23 With Increased Cash Position, BayMedica Revenue Growth, & Milestones On Horizon – $INM $IBB $XBI

InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM) is a global leader in the research, development and manufacturing of rare cannabinoids, including clinical and preclinical programs targeting the treatment of diseases with high unmet medical needs. They also have significant know-how in developing proprietary man...

Microsoft Limiting Chat Sessions On Bing Improving Focus – $MSFT $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) is to limit chat sessions on its new Bing search engine powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to five questions per session and 50 questions per day. The decision comes days after it was reported that answers from the new Bing search engine were potentially dangero...

Honeywell’s Technology To Capture Carbon At Exxon’s Texas Facility – $HON $XOM $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM) uses technology from Honeywell International Inc. (HON) to capture carbon dioxide at a proposed hydrogen production facility in Texas. Honeywell's technology would enable Exxon to capture about 7 million tons of carbon dioxide per year, equivalent to emissions ...

Tesla Defeats BMW For Top Spot For Luxury Brands In The States! – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, according to new car registration data compiled by Experian and in partnership with Automotive News, Tesla (TSLA) has now surpassed BMW as the top luxury brand in the U.S for the first time. Experian data shows among all luxury brands Tesla had 484,351 new vehicle registrations last year...

Visa’s Vice Chair & CFO To Exit Office This September – $V $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Visa's (V) board announced the that Vasant Prabhu , Vice Chair, Chief Financial Officer will exit the company on September 30, 2023. Vasant Prabhu will assist the payment giant with the search for and onboarding of his successor, allowing sufficient time for a smooth transition for his r...

Inflationary Reports & Fed Hawks Assist Stocks’ Retreat On Thursday – $AG $ATOS $CSCO $INVO $DKNG $ROKU Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Mastering others is strength. Mastering yourself is true power." - Lao Tzu   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a wonderful fourth day of the week and that the stock market provided ample rewards.  As for the broad markets, Thursday's session did not make it par...

Coca-Cola Nominates Amity Millhiser To The Board & Declares – Raises Dividend! – $KO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Board of Directors of the Coca-Cola Company (KO) announced that business leader Amity Millhiser has been nominated for election to the board at the company’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders in April. If elected by shareowners, Amity Millhiser will begin her service as a Coca-Col...

Cisco Quarter Earnings Beat Estimates, Raises Quarter Dividend By A Penny – $CSCO $DIA $INVO

As per report, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) beat quarter earnings expectations reporting adjusted earnings of 88 cents per share on revenue of $13.6 billion, blowing past 85 cent and $13.42 billion estimates. Management raised the fiscal-year profit forecast to $3.73–$3.78 per share. For the current...

Microsoft Marks Progress For Its AI Chatbot In Bing Searches – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly,  Microsoft Corp (MSFT) has recorded a positive response from its initial findings after a week of testing new artificial intelligence additions to its Bing search engine with users across 169 countries. AI-powered answers have gained the approval of 71% of testers and chat has proven a ...

Reportedly Dow 30 Component, Retailing Giant Walmart To Shut 3 Tech Hubs – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is to closing 3 of its U.S. technology hubs, asking hundreds of workers to relocate to keep their jobs. Walmart would close offices that housed technology staff in Austin, Texas, in Carlsbad, California, and in Portland, Oregon, informed Robert Munroe, Walmart'...

Stock Market Turns Green On Hump Day – $AI $AMC $DIS $GME $INVO $PLTR $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "You begin with the possibilities of the material." - Robert Rauschenberg   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a solid day and managed to make good decisions when came to the stock market today.  As for the broad markets, Tuesday's session proceeded to dip initia...

Walmart Schedules Fourth Quarter Earnings Release On Feb 21 – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is set to release its fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday Feb. 21 at 6 a.m. CST. The retailer will host a conference call at 7 a.m. CST with the investment community to discuss and review the results, hosted by Doug McMillon, president and CEO, along with the ex...

Johnson Adds Veteran Paula A. Johnson To Its Board – $JNJ $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Paula A. Johnson, MD, MPH, President of Wellesley College, has been appointed to its Board of Directors, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Dr. Johnson, is a veteran who brings decades of experience in the fields of public health, academic medicine, and higher education. Dr. Johnson current...

Coca-Cola Forecasts Strong Profits On Consistent Demand – $KO $DIA $PEP $ATOS

As per reports, Coca-Cola Company (KO), Q4 earnings exceed estimates as demand for its sodas remains strong amid price hikes to beat higher costs. The company witnessed an increase in operating margin for the first time in three quarters, posting operating margins of 20.5% in the December quarter co...

Dow 30 Component Honeywell Schedules Annual Shareholders Meeting On May 19 – $HON $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Dow 30 component Honeywell (HON), a worldwide diversified technology and manufacturing company, is scheduled to hold its virtual 2023 Annual Shareholders Meeting at 10:30 a.m. EDT on May 19, 2023. The meeting link is http://www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HON2023.  As of  March ...

Chevron Reportedly In Talks To Extend Current CEO’s Retirement Age – $CVX $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the board of Chevron Corporation (CVX ) is in talks to extend the mandatory retirement age of its Chief Executive Officer Mike Wirth. Mike Wirth has been the board chairman and chief executive officer of Chevron since 2018 and will reach the company’s fixed retirement age of 65 in lat...

Boeing To Set Up Logistics Centre In India Improving Availability Of Parts – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Boeing Co (BA) is planning to invest about $24M in setting up a logistics center in India for civilian aircraft, in an effort to speed up the availability of spare parts to domestic airlines. The setting up of the new center is expected to improve airplane availability and reduce flight ...

Valentine’s Day Sees CPI Rise As Stocks End Mixed – $AI $INVO $NVDA $PLTR $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you." - A. A. Milne   Happy Valentines Day! I hope that you had a great day in the markets and are out celebrating Valentine's Day however you see fit.    A...

Yields Chill, Stocks Rebound Facing Tomorrow’s CPI – $AAPL $ARKK $ATOS $HSAI $KO $MSFT $NVDA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible." - Arthur C. Clarke   Happy Monday! I hope that you had a great beginning to your week! For those of you that tuned in for yesterday's Super Bowl, I hope you also enjoyed ...

Nike To Pay Quarterly Cash Dividend On April 3 – $NKE $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, the board of NIKE, Inc. (NKE) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.340 per share on the Company’s outstanding Class A and Class B Common Stock payable on April 3, 2023. The dividend is payable to shareholders as of March 6, 2023.   NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is the world’s top de...

Chevron To Exit Operations In Myanmar – $CVX $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) is to sell its assets in Myanmar to Canadian company MTI, in a deal that allows the oil major to leave the Asian country. The deal comes one year after Chevron and other major oil companies announced leaving Myanmar following a military coup in 2021. Chevron and...

Boeing Charitable Trust Donates To Relief Efforts For Earthquake In Turkey – $BA $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Boeing Company (BA) announced a $500,000 USD donation from the Boeing Charitable Trust to assist with the relief efforts after the devastating earthquake in Turkey. The amount will be directed through the American Red Cross and designated for earthquake recovery and relief effort...

Tesla’s Makes Its Model Y In China Costlier After Recent Price Cuts – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Tesla Inc. (TSLA) has raised the beginning price of its Model Y crossovers by .8% to 261,900 yuan ($38,577.11) in China raising the price for the rear-wheel drive version of Model Y by 2,000 yuan from 259,900 yuan previously. The company planned to boost output at its Shanghai plant over...

Honeywell To Pay Quarterly Dividend To Stockholders On March 10 – $HON $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Honeywell's (HON) board announced a quarterly dividend of $1.03 per share on the Company's common stock. The dividend is payable on March 10, 2023, to shareholders as of February 24. 2023. Vista Partners LLC (”Vista”) is a California Registered Investment Advisor based in San Fr...

Investors Rush For Exits During Back Half Of Thursday’s Session – $INVO $HASI $NVDA $SHIP $TSLA $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment." - Buddha   Happy 'Thors Day'! I hope that you had an amazing fourth day of the week and the stock market paid you handsomely.  As for the broad markets, Thursday's ...

3M Elects Two New Members To The Board – $MMM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) has appointed Pedro J. Pizarro, president and CEO of Edison International, and Anne H. Chow, retired CEO of AT&T Business to 3M's Board of Directors, effective Feb. 9, 2023, increasing the Board size from 11 to 13 members. Anne Chow's has over over three decades of experienc...

Walgreens AGM Meet Disrupted By Anti-Abortion Protesters – $WBA $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, anti-abortion protesters broke into the room where Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) was hosting its annual shareholders meeting in Newport Coast, California for its decision to start selling abortion pills. On January 4, Walgreens announced plans to offer abortion pills following approval f...

Disney Reports Better Than Expected Q! Earnings, Announces 7k Job Cuts – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) reported better-than-expected first-quarter earnings, ringing in its first quarterly results with Bob Iger back at the helm. The entertainment giant announced 7k jobs cuts, or 3% of the workforce as part of a big reorganization. It announced to cut $5.5 ...

JP Morgan To Increase Small Business Banker Pool By Aprox. 20% – $JPM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) to hire more than 500 bankers serving to small businesses through 2024. The new recruits will grow the bank's workforce serving small enterprises by 20% higher than 2,300 currently.  As per a survey by JPMorgan, a majority of small business owners expect a ...

Hump Day’s Stock Market Moves Sharply Lower – $CVS $DID $MANU $INVO $NEWR $TSLA $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Curiosity will conquer fear even more than bravery will." - James Stephens   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a great middle of the week and that you continued to build your wealth.  As for the broad markets, Wednesday's session proved to be an overall negativ...

3M Announces Quarterly Dividend – $MMM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the board of 3M (MMM) announced  a dividend on the company's common stock of $1.50 per share for the first quarter of 2023. The dividend is payable March 12, 2023, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 17, 2023.   3M (MMM) is a global ...

CRM Giant Salesforce To Announce Q4 Earnings On March 1, 2023 – $CRM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the global leader in CRM, Salesforce to announce its Q4 and full fiscal year 2023 results on Wednesday, Mar. 1, 2023, after market closes followed by a conference call  at 2:00 p.m. (PT) / 5:00 p.m. (ET) to discuss its financial results with the investment community.  The webcast c...

‘Uncle Jerry’ Powell Speaks While Stocks Turn Volatile & Green On Tuesday – $AAPL ADT $ARKK $ATOS $BIDU $BRQS $NVDA $RCL Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There are years that ask questions and years that answer." - Zora Neale Hurston   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you enjoyed an extremely positive day and that you were successful in your individual bid to increase your family's wealth.  As for the broad markets toda...

Boeing Cut Jobs In Finance & HR To Focus More On Production – $BA $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Boeing Co (BA) expects to cutback on about 2,000 white-collar jobs this year in human resources and finances through a combination of attrition and layoffs. The company announced it would hire 10,000 workers in 2023 after hiring 15,000 people in 2022, but some support positions would be ...

Visa Asia Pacific Regional President Chris Clark To Now Lead As Chairman For The Region – $V $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) has announced that Chris Clark has been elevated from Regional President to Chairman, Asia Pacific, and Stephen Karpin will succeed him, effective 1 April 2023.  In his new role. Mr. Clark will lead regional and global initiatives, including strategic engagements with i...

Yellen & Interest Rates Spike As Stocks Shift Lower On Monday – $AMC $BBBY $BRQS $GME $INVO $RCL $SECO $TSLA $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "There are years that ask questions and years that answer." - Zora Neale Hurston Happy Monday! I hope that you had great start to your work week and that the stock market awarded you individually as well.  As for the broad markets today, it was a relatively somber, if n...

Cisco To Release Q2 Earnings On Feb 15 – $CSCO $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) to host a conference call for its second quarter fiscal year 2023 financial results on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 1:30 PM (PT) /4:30 PM (ET) for the period ending Saturday, January 28, 2023. Dial-In & Web Details: 888-848-6507 & 212-519-0847...

Michael Conrath Joins As Chief Retirement Strategist For J.P. Morgan Asset Management – $JPM $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, J.P. Morgan Asset Management (JPM) has appointed Michael Conrath as Chief Retirement Strategist, effective February 1. Michael will report to Dan Oldroyd, Portfolio Manager and Head of Target Date Strategies, J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Conrath will define the firm's retirement res...

Caterpillar Adds Judith Marks & James Fish, Jr. To The Board – $CAT $DIA $WM $ATOS

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) announced the appointment of Judith Marks, Chair, CEO and President of Otis Worldwide Corporation, and James Fish, Jr., President and CEO of Waste Management (WM),  to the Caterpillar board of directors, effective March 1, 2023. Marks will serve on Caterpill...

Tesla Cut Prices Of Some Models In South Korea – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA) reduced prices of some of its car models in South Korea recently. The Model 3 rear-wheel drive vehicle was listed as 59.9 million won ($48,728.50) on the company's website and was 5% lower from a month earlier. Its Model Y Performance sports utility vehicle was 82.69 million...

McDonalds To Pay Quarterly Cash Dividend On March 15 – $MCD $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the board of McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.52 per share payable on March 15, 2023. The dividend will be payable to common stockholders as of March 1, 2023. McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is the leading global foodservice retailer with nearly ...

Apple’s iPhone Sales Decline – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) first-quarter earnings dropped, missing estimates as iPhone sales disappoint. The company faced significant headwinds throughout November and December, from COVID lockdowns and worker protests at manufacturer Foxconn’s facility in Zhengzhou, China. The plant, which employs...

$META’s Surge, Fed Box Check Propels Stock Market Forward On Thursday – $AFRM APE $DIS $INM $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart." - Helen Keller   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a wonderful second day of February and that the stock market helped increase your wealth beyond ...

Merck Records Q4 With Strong Sales In Asia- $MRK $DIA $INVO

Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) reported strong Q4 earnings as its COVID-19 antiviral pill molnupiravir displayed strong sales in Asia. Merck Chief Executive Rob Davis informed the pandemic wave that moved through Asia in the fourth quarter increased sales of molnupiravir particularly in South Korea, Ja...

Goldman Raises Forecast For EME – $GS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly,  Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) revised its forecast for emerging market equities (EME) upwards as it witnesses the developing world benefiting from the reopening of China's borders, improving European growth prospects and softening U.S. inflation. The bank sees MSCI's index of emerging...

Microsoft Integrates ChatGPT Powered Messaging Feature In Teams Premium – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) rolled out a premium Teams messaging offering powered by ChatGPT to simplify meetings using the AI chatbot. The premium service will cost $7 per month in June before increasing to $10 in July. OpenAI-owned ChatGPT will generate automatic meeting notes, recommend...

Fed Thankfully Checks Interest Rate Box Pushing Stocks Higher – $AAPL $BRQS $F $INM $IQ $INVO $META $SPOT $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Every failure is a step to success." - William Whewell   Happy Wednesday! I hope that hump day treated you and you managed to make loads of money in the stock market.  As for the broad markets today, it was an overall volatile, but positive day as the Fed checked...

Visa Facing DOJ Investigation Over Competition & U.S. Debit Card Practices – $V $DIA

As per reports, the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating is seeking documents and information from Visa Inc (V) about its practices and competition with other payment networks. In 2019, the digital payment giant had to settle a European Union antitrust probe over card fees. Payment giants Vis...

McDonald’s Releases Q4 Earnings – $MCD $DIA $ATOS

McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) released fourth-quarter earnings reporting earnings rising 16% to $2.59 per share with revenue sliding 1.4% to $5.93 billion. Adjusted earnings were expected to rise 10% to $2.45 per share on a 4.6% dip in revenue to $5.73 billion. Total comparable sales increased 12.6...

Amgen Quarterly Earnings Comes In Below Estimates – $AMGN $DIA $LLY $INVO

Reportedly, Amgen Inc. (AMGN) quarterly earnings were slightly below estimates as a 4% increase in sales of its own drugs was outweighed by lower revenue from its deal with Eli Lilly and Co to manufacture COVID-19 antibody treatments. In 2020, Amgen partnered with Lilly to increase the supply of its...

Intel Announces Pay Cuts – $INTC $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) announced it would be making pay cuts to employee and executive pay, a week after the company issued a lower-than-expected sales forecast after loosing its substantial market share to rivals and a sluggish PC market. The reductions will range from 5% of base pay ...

Stocks Jump Higher To End January On Positive Note – $AAPL $ATOS $GM $INM $INVO $PYPL $TSLA $XOM Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If you aren't fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm." - Vince Lombardi   Happy Tuesday! I hope that the second day of the workweek has served you well.  As for the markets today, it was an overall grand finish for the last day of the month wher...

Stocks Move Lower While Investors Eye Wednesday’s FOMC Decision – $ADT $APE $BRQS $IQ $SOFI $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "Either you run the day or the day runs you." - Jim Rohn   Happy Monday! I hope that you had a great start to your week. We here in San Francisco are still reeling a bit from the unfortunately demise of the 49ers, but remain amazed and encouraged with their ability ...

AmEx Forecasts Promising 2023 Growth Ahead – $AXP $DIA $INVO

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) reported typically a strong quarter as customers splurged on gifts, travel, and entertainment, driving a 12% increase in total network volumes. Provisions for credit losses were $1.03 billion in the reported quarter, compared with $53 million a year ear...

Chevron’s Q4 Release Reveals Mixed Results – $CVX $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) quarterly release reported mixed Q4 results, as it missed on earnings but exceeded revenue estimates. Recently, the company announced its $75 billion stock buyback program, which represents 20% of shares outstanding at current price levels, and it also boost...

Biopharmaceutical Behemoth Amgen To Host Q4 & Full Year Earnings On Jan 31 – $AMGN $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, American multinational biopharmaceutical Amgen (AMGN) has scheduled to release its full year 2022 & fourth quarter earnings on January 31, 2023, Tuesday after the close of regular trading hours. The earnings release will be followed by a conference call hosted by CEO & Chairman R...

Visa Releases Strong Q4 Boosted By Robust Payments Volume – $V $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Visa's (V) fourth quarter payments volume increased 10% year over year and the number of processed transactions rose 12%. The company's cross-border volume leapt 36% as international transaction revenue jumped 52% to $2.87 billion. The company's first quarter fiscal 2023 earnings and...

Intel Reduces Guidance, Misses Q4 Estimates – $INTC $DIA $QQQ $INM

Reportedly, Chipmaker Intel Corporation (INTC) missed Q4 estimates and forecasts figures much lower than expected for the current period. The company reported an adjusted 10 cents a share on sales of $14.04 billion in the December quarter. Analysts were expecting earnings of 21 cents a share on sale...

Mark A. Nelson To Lead As Vice Chairman For Chevron Strategy, Policy & Development – $CVX $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) announced Mark A. Nelson, executive vice president, Strategy, Policy & Development, as the new vice chairman and executive vice president, Strategy, Policy & Development, effective February 1, 2023.  In this new corporate officer role, Nelson will ...

Walgreens Continue To Reward Stockholders With Quarterly Dividend – $WBA $DIA $INM

As per reports, the board of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) declared a quarterly dividend of 48 cents per share, same as the previous quarter but an increase of 0.5 percent from the year ago quarter. The dividend is eligible to stockholders as of Feb. 16, 2023, payable on March 10, 2023. &nbs...

GDP Report, Chevron Buyback, & Tesla Power Stocks Higher – $AAPL $CVX $FSLR $TSLA $XM Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing." - Emo Philips   Happy "Thors" Day! I hope that you had an amazing day and managed to invest as strongly and adeptly as Odin's son wields his mighty hammer, Mjǫllnir.  We continued to be...

Peter McConnell Appointed As CFO For Travelers Europe – $TRV $DIA $SPY $INM

Reportedly, Travelers Europe announced the appointment of Peter McConnell as its Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Mike Gent. McConnell will report to Matthew Wilson, Chief Executive Officer of Travelers Europe, and will oversee the financial management of Travelers’ European operations. Additio...

Boeing Releases Q4 Earnings – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) posted a $663 million loss for the fourth quarter as supply chain issues lingered on results despite a rise in aircraft sales and deliveries pushing up revenue. For the full year, Boeing posted a loss of $5 billion despite a 7% increase in revenue to $66.6 billion. Fourth Qu...

Energy Giant Chevron Announces Dividend Raise & Massive Stock Buyback Program – $CVX $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Energy giant Chevron Corporation (CVX) announced a some massively sized $75 billion stock buyback program along with a dividend hike. The buyback program is set to be effective on April 1, with no set expiration date. The dividend hike increases Chevron’s per share payout to $1.51 from...

IBM Announces Job Cuts As Cash Flow Miss Reported – $IBM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, IBM released their Q1 earnings missing its annual cash target. The company's 2022 cash flow was $9.3 billion, below its target of $10 billion, due to higher-than-expected working capital needs. IBM forecasts annual revenue growth in the mid-single digits on constant currency terms, ...

Stocks Regain Strength During Hump Day’s Mixed Session – $ATOS $COF $DIS $GOVX $INVO $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "I attribute my success to this - I never gave or took any excuse." - Florence Nightingale   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a a wonderful Wednesday in your part of the world. We continued to be blessed with yet another clear blue-sky day here in San Francisco a...

PROGRESS REPORT: Atossa Therapeutics ‘Well Positioned’ To Accelerate Development of (Z)-endoxifen For Breast Cancer – $ATOS $IBB $XBI

Approximately 1 in 8 women and one in 1,000 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. Every two minutes an American woman is diagnosed with breast cancer; 40,000 die each year. The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that approximately 270,000 women will be diagnosed with b...

Global Healthcare Solutions Provider Merck To Pay Q2 Dividend On April 10 – $MRK $DIA $IBB $ATOS

Reportedly, the board of Merck & Co. Inc. (MRK) announced second quarterly dividend of $.73 per share on the company’s common stock payable to stockholders as of March 15, 2023. The dividend is payable on April 10, 2023. Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is a global healthcare solutions provider ...

Verizon Expects Wireless Service Revenue To Grow 2.5%-4.5% in 2023 – $VZ $DIA $SPY $ATOS

Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) reported quarterly earnings, reporting adjusted earnings of $1.19 per share on revenue of $35.3 billion, both in-line with analysts' estimates. Verizon expects adjusted profit between $4.55 per share and $4.85 per share in 2023, below market estimate of $4.97 per sh...

J&J Warns That Inflation & China’s Covid Outbreak May Hit 2023 Figures – $JNJ $DIA $INM

Reportedly, Dow 30 component Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) warned that the impact of high inflation and China's major COVID-19 outbreak may creep into 2023 impacting sales in the first half of the year at its medical devices segment. J&J forecast 2023 sales of $96.9 billion to $97.9 billion, putti...

Microsoft’s Intelligent Cloud Segment Amounted to $21.51B, Up 18% – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) released Q2 earnings ended December 31 missing Wall Street's expectations.  Quarter Highlights: Adjusted Earnings per share of $2.32 per share was reported, versus $2.29 per share expected. Revenue of $52.75 billion was reported, versus $52.94 billion estimat...

Stocks Deliver Sluggish Performance During Tuesday’s Session – $AAPL $GE $INVO $LMT $RYX $WMT $VZ Rise!

Quote of the Day -- I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination. - Jimmy Dean   Happy 2nd Day Of The Week! I hope that you had a great Tuesday. We once again enjoyed a clear and somewhat chilly day in San Francisco, while dreaming ...

Intel’s Director Frank Yeary To Take Over As Chairman – $INTC $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) Chairman Omar Ishrak had stepped down from his position, and will continue as an independent director on Intel's board. Omar Ishrak will be succeeded by board's director Frank Yeary. Yeary, an Intel director since 2009, and also serves on the board of PayPal Hol...

Stocks Climb Buoyed By Earnings Report & Rate Hike Hopes – $AAPL $BRQS $CRM $DIS $INVO $SHOP $SPOT $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "If you fell down yesterday, stand up today." - H. G. Wells   Happy Monday! I hope that you had a great first day of the week. We were thankful to begin the week in San Francisco with a beautiful clear blue sky, albeit on the chilly side. As for the broader stock ...

P&G Raises Full-Year Sales Forecast, Warns High Prices Ahead – $PG $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Procter & Gamble Company (PG) raised its full-year sales forecast and plans to continue inflate prices despite a drop in sales volumes, as high commodity price pressure continue to rise. P&G's sales volumes dropped 6% in its second quarter ended December 31, led by declines i...

Yellen Confirms Debt Ceiling Reached, Bears Smile As Stocks Decline On Thursday – $AAPL $BRQS $DIS $EDU $HL $SDRL $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places." - Ernest Hemingway   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a great Thursday. I happy to report that we experienced yet another sunny and clear day in The City by the bay.  As for the bro...

Stocks Turn Deeply Red As Retail Sales, PPI Turn South During Hump Day’s Session – $ATOS $SHIP $TCBP $VIX Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The power to question is the basis of all human progress." - Indira Gandh   Happy Hump Day! I hope that you had a wonderful middle of the week experience wherever the world has landed you.  We had another rain free day here in San Francisco, but are currently prep...

Nasdaq Edges Higher To Begin the MLK Holiday-Shortened Trading Week – $AAPL $AMC $ATOS $BRQS $GME $INM $INVO $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "The quality, not the longevity, of one's life is what is important." - Martin Luther King, Jr.   Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a great beginning to the work week after the long MLK holiday weekend and continued to make your fortunes in the stock market and oth...

Head Of Certification Airbus Withdraws From U.S. FAA Boeing Safety Culture Panel – $BA $DIA $INM $ATOS

As per reports, the European planemaker Airbus has withdrawn from a U.S. government-named panel reviewing Boeing’s (BA) safety processes and how they influence Boeing's safety culture after two fatal 737 MAX crashes killing 346 people. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) panel included James...

Apple’s Chief Faces Drop In Salary With 40% Reduction In Pay – $AAPL $DIA $ATOS $INM

Reportedly, Apple’s (AAPL) boss Tim Cook has taken a pay cut of more than 40 percent, slashing his salary by about $35m. Cook's pay will decrease from $84m last year to $49m in 2023 on his own recommendation. Apple chief’s base salary remains at $3m, however, as per the regulatory filing he will...

United Health Tops Quarterly Estimates – $UNH $DIA $INVO

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) topped market estimates reporting a rise of 25.4% in its adjusted earnings versus a year earlier to $5.34 per share, and  17 cents ahead of estimates. Revenue grew 12.3% to $82.79 billion, edging past estimates of $82.59 billion. The medical cos...

American Express Acquires Nipendo With Goal Of Creating Leading End-To-End B2B Platform – $AXP $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) announced the acquisition of Nipendo, a company used by global businesses to automate and streamline business-to-business payment processes. The transaction is American Express’ latest strategic step towards its goal of creating a leading end-to-end B2B p...

Anu Aiyengar To Solely Lead JPMorgan’s Global M&A – $JNJ $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) named its veteran of more than two decades Anu Aiyengar as the sole lead of its global mergers and acquisitions franchise after co-head Dirk Albersmeier resigned from the role. Aiyengar has led the bank's M&A franchise after she was promoted to lead alon...

December CPI Drops, Rates Fall, Stocks Ascend As #JPM2023 Concludes – $ATOS $BRQS $CLLS $DIS $GME $INVO $TSLA $XBI Rise!

Quote of the Day -- "You can't expect to hit the jackpot if you don't put a few nickels in the machine." - Flip Wilson   Happy Thursday! I hope that you had a great fourth day of the week.  Here in San Francisco I am happy to report that we got a break from the rain during the fourth an...

Coca-Cola To Webcast Q4 Earnings On Feb 14 – $KO $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) will release the Q4 and full-year 2022 financial results on Feb. 14 before the New York Stock Exchange opens, followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The webcast can be reached at www.cocacolacompany.com/investors. Dow...

Walmart & Salesforce Partner Offering Store Pickup & Delivery Services – $WMT $CRM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) and Salesforce have entered an agreement to provide retail customers with store pickup and delivery services using Walmart's huge transportation network. Companies using Salesforce's e-commerce platforms to host and manage their websites will now be able to use...

P&G To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Feb 15 – $PG $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the board of Procter & Gamble Company (PG) company announced a quarterly dividend of $.9133 per share on the company's Common Stock and on the Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock. The dividend is payable on or after February 15, 2023, to shareholders as...

Mark Parker Elected As Chairman To Walt Disney Board Succeeding Susan E. Arnold – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) Board announced the appointment of independent director Mark G. Parker as Chairman of the Board, following the Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Mr. Parker, a seven-year member of the Disney Board and Executive Chairman of NIKE, Inc., will succeed Susan E....

Microsoft Launches Automatic Energy-Saving Mode For Select XBox Users Moving Closer To Environmental Goals – $MSFT $DIA $ATOS $INM

As per reports, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) is working on an energy-saving update to its Xbox gaming consoles aiming to meet a 2030 deadline for its environmental goals. Starting Xbox Insiders, a subset of users will be automatically switched to a newly introduced energy-saving Shutdown option. When left...

Home Depot To Revise Hourly Pay Employees To Exact Time Punches – $HD $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) informed that it will change its pay policy for hourly employees starting January 16, with associates being paid based on exact time punches. Business Insider first reported on the development, adding that several Home Depot employees filed lawsuits in recent ye...

Disinflation Speculation Produces Stock Index Escalation During 3rd Day Of #JPM2023 – $AAPL $AMC $ATOS $DIS $GME $INVO $TSLA Rise!

Quote of the Day --"Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success." - Swami Sivananda   Happy Wednesday! I hope that you had a great third day of the week.  Here in San Francisco we are enjoying yet another wet and windy day, but The City is ...

Apple Preparing To Use In-House Screens Aims At Reducing Dependency On Partners – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is preparing to start using its own custom displays in its mobile devices from 2024 onwards aiming to bring more components in-house, and reduce its reliance on other partners such as Samsung Electronics and LG Corp. Apple plans to begin by swapping out the display in Ap...

Microsoft Announces $10B Investment In San Francisco-based OpenAI – $MSFT $DIA $TSLA $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) is to invest $10 billion into San Francisco-based firm OpenAI, the owner of ChatGPT, valuing the firm at $29 billion. OpenAI, founded by Tesla Inc. (TSLA)  CEO Elon Musk and investor Sam Altman, made the ChatGPT chatbot available for free public testing on Nov. 30. ...

PROGRESS REPORT: InMed Pharmaceuticals Provides Business Update & Milestones During #JPM2023 ($INM $AMYT $CINC $IBB $XBI $JPM)

InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM) is a global leader in the research, development and manufacturing of rare cannabinoids, including clinical and preclinical programs targeting the treatment of diseases with high unmet medical needs. They also have significant know-how in developing proprietary man...

Biotech Giant Merck Recognized As One of America’s ‘Most JUST Companies’ By JUST Capital & CNBC – $MRK $DIA $IBB $ATOS

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has been named one of America’s Most JUST Companies for the sixth consecutive year, recognized for its commitment to serving its workers, customers, environment, communities, and shareholders. The healthcare giant ranked 26th position overall and secured...

Goldman Sachs Announces Plans For 1000’s Of Job Cuts Amid Economic Slowdown – $GS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) is to start cutting thousands of jobs, expected to be just over 3,000. The bank had 49,100 employees at the end of the third quarter, after adding a large workforce during the coronavirus pandemic.  The layoffs are most likely to affect most major divi...

Walmart’s Drone Deliveries Program Reports Successful Expansion & Delivery Rate – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc's (WMT) drone delivery program has reached new heights having successfully achieved expansion plans for 2022 and completing more than 6,000 deliveries to customers, over the past year. The retailer now operates, with its vendors, 36 drone delivery hubs across seven st...

J&J’s Spin-Off Kenvue Moves One Step Closer To NYSE Listing – $JNJ $DIA $KVUE $INM $ATOS

As per reports, Kenvue, Johnson & Johnson's (JNJ) newly formed consumer health unit files on the New York Stock Exchange to be listed as an independent company, more than a year after the consumer giant announced its plan to break up into two companies. The filing, for Kenvue will be listed unde...

FAA Names Experts To Review Boeing’s Safety Features & Report Findings – $BA $DIA $INM $ATOS

As per reports, the Federal Aviation Administration, U.S. has listed 24 experts to review Boeing’s (BA) safety management processes and how they influence the aerospace giant's safety mechanism after two fatal 737 MAX crashes that killed 346 people onboard. The panel, which was required by Congres...

McDonald’s Sets To Review Business Strategy For Expansion & Restructuring – $MCD $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Dow 30 component McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is planning to discuss and review corporate staffing levels and build more restaurants as part of its updated business strategy. The revised new plan requires the company to cancel or "de-prioritize" some initiatives while also accelerating...

Visa Schedules Fiscal Q1 2023 Release On Jan. 26- $V $DIA $INM $ATOS

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) is to report fiscal Q1 2023 financial results after the market closes, on Thursday, January 26, 2023. The release will be followed by a live audio webcast beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT /5:00 p.m. ET with Visa’s executive management team to discuss financial results and busine...

Disney To Discuss Fiscal Q1 Earnings On Feb 8 – $DIS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) is scheduled to release their fiscal Q1 2023 financial results after the close of regular trading on Thursday, February 8, 2023, followed by a live audio webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT to discuss and review the results. The webcast for the...

Salesforce & Qualcomm Jointly Developing New Connected Vehicle Platform For Automakers – $CRM $QCOM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Cloud-based software firm Salesforce Inc. (CRM) and U.S. chip designer Qualcomm Inc. (QCOM) are jointly developing a new connected vehicle platform for automakers. The platform for cars with internet access would use Qualcomm's Snapdragon digital chassis and Salesforce's cloud services t...

#Rising Cost & #Inflation Leads To 3rd Time Price Rise In #Japan’s McDonald’s Menu Within 10 Months – $MCD $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the Japanese operator of McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) restaurants announced a price hike for the third time in less than a year marking a compounding inflationary pressure on the nation's consumers. McDonald's Holding Company Japan Ltd informed price raise on about 80% of its menu from...

Pharmaceuticals Behemoth Merck Schedules Q4 Earnings Release – $MRK $DIA $IBB $XBI $ATOS

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is scheduled to host its full-year 2022 and Q4 earnings call on Thursday, February 2 at 8:00 a.m. ET. The call can be reached at weblink. Dial-In :  (888) 769-8514 (U.S. Toll-Free) or (517) 308-9208 (International) using the access code 8206435.  Merc...

CRM Giant Salesforce Reducing Workforce & Cutting Infrastructural Costs – $CRM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Salesforce (CRM) is reducing its office space footprint and cut 10% of its employees as part of a restructuring plan amid slow revenue growth expected in fiscal 2024. The company expects to incur about $1.4 billion to $2.1 billion in charges from the plan, and up to $1 billion of the cha...

Swati Bhatia Goldman’s Consumer Banking Unit Head Exiting Role – $GS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the head of the Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) direct-to-consumer unit, Swati Bhatia, is stepping down from the role. Bhatia, a former PayPal executive, will retire from the partnership and become an advisory director. Formerly the chief payments risk officer at digital payments company ...

Microsoft Eyes Launch Search Engine Bing Powered By OpenAI – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, technology giant Microsoft Corp (MSFT) is in talks to launch a version of its search engine Bing using the artificial intelligence used behind chatbot ChatGP, launched by OpenAI. The company is expecting to launch the new feature before the end of March, hoping to challenge Alphabet-...

Boeing Schedules Q4 Earnings Conference Call For Jan. 25 – $BA $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Boeing (BA) Company is to release its fiscal fourth quarter 2022 results on Wednesday, January 25th. David Calhoun, President, and CEO along with Executive Vice President and CFO Brian West to discuss and review the results during a conference call at 10:30 a.m. ET followed by the re...

Merck Records Best Year Amid Positive Trials & Strong Keytruda Sales – $MRK $DIA $ATOS $INM

Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) experienced the best yearly gain in 2022 clcking in up 44% making it the top-performing drugmaker. Merck is the maker of the blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda and HPV vaccine Gardasil which has helped boost the company’s solid earnings results. Its Covid-19 therapy Lagev...

Italy PM In Potential Talks With Intel Over Chip Factory Deal – $INTC $DIA $INVO

Reportedly,  Giorgia Meloni, Italy's Prime Minister is to meet representatives of Intel Corporation (INTC) to discuss a potential multibillion-euro investment by the company in Italy. Earlier this year, the U.S. giant announced plans to build a chip factory in the country as part of a bigger plan t...

James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ Sequel Surpasses $1 Billion In Global Ticket Sales – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Disney's (DIS) Avatar: The Way of Water surpassed $1 billion in worldwide ticket sales after two weeks in theaters. The movie reached the sales milestone faster than the other two 2022 global hits Paramount Global's Top Gun: Maverick, and Jurassic World: Dominion, from Comcast Corp....

Korean Day Traders Reportedly Invested ‘Big’ In Tesla – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, South Korean retail investors have bought a net $2.8 billion worth of Tesla Inc. (TSLA), stock this year amid the electric-vehicle maker’s worst slump on record. According to data from Korea Securities Depository, Day traders have added $160 million in Tesla shares this month through D...

Merck’s COVID-19 Drug Not Successful In Cutting Hospitalisations? $MRK $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) COVID-19 antiviral drug, molnupiravir, has been found to accelerate recovery from the virus, but does not reduce hospitalization or death rates in higher-risk, vaccinated adults, according to detailed data from a large study. The drug prevents the virus from r...

Apple Japan Charged With $98M In Back Taxes? – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Apple Inc's (AAPL) Japan unit is to pay 13 billion yen in additional taxes by Tokyo for bulk sales of iPhoneS and other Apple products to foreign tourists that were incorrectly exempted from the consumption tax. Tourists staying less than six months in Japan are allowed to buy items ...

Production At Tesla’s Shanghai Plant Suspended Due To Rising Covid-19 Infections?

Reportedly,  Tesla (TSLA) suspended production at its Shanghai plant last week, the suspension comes amid a rising wave of infections after China eased its zero-COVID policy earlier this month. As per sources, workers at Tesla and its suppliers have also been falling sick as part of this wave, posi...

Boeing’s 777X To Resume Testing After Engine Inspection Halt – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) resumed flight testing of its 777X jets after an inspection in October identified an engine issue. Under development since 2013, the 777X (also known as 777-9) is a larger version of the 777 wide-body jet. Last month, when GE was reviewing a technical issue that occurred dur...

Microsoft Files With FTC Placing Argument Over Activision Blizzard Deal – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) filed an argument convincing a judge at the U.S. Federal Trade Commission to allow its bid to buy "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard, after FTC commissioners said the merger would hamper competition in the gaming industry. However, the company put forward ...

P&G To Webcast Its Second Quarter 2022-23 Earnings On Jan 19 – $PG $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Procter & Gamble Company (PG) is to webcast its second-quarter earnings on January 19, 2023 beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. The event can be reached at www.pginvestor.com. The Procter & Gamble Company (PG), a Dow 30 component, supplies branded consumer packaged goods to consume...

Johnson & Johnson Acquires Abiomed – $JNJ $DIA $ABMD $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) completed the acquisition of Abiomed, Inc. (ABMD) on December 22, 2022. Abiomed is now part of the company and will operate as an independent business within Johnson & Johnson’s MedTech segment. J&J’s made an upfront payment of $380 per share i...

Tesla Offers Discount On Car Models In The U.S & Canada – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, EV giant Tesla (TSLA) is giving discounts in Canada and the United States this month on its Model 3 and Model Y delivered. Tesla is giving a $7,500 credit in the United States and a $5,000 credit in Canada on Model 3 and Model Y vehicles delivered before the end of the year, along with f...

Intel Dividing Its Graphic Chips Unit Into 2 Divisions – $INTC $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) is dividing its graphic chips unit into two as it realigns the business to better compete with its competitors. Intel to combine its consumer graphics unit with Intel's client computing group, which makes chips for personal computers, and on the other hand, accel...

Nike Tops Earnings Estimates, Returns $2.1B To Shareholders In Q2 – $NKE $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc.'s  (NKE) fiscal 2023 financial results for its second quarter exceeded market estimates, but higher costs squeezed the company’s margins.  Highlights for the 3 months Quarter Ended Nov 30: Earnings per share of 85 cents were reported versus the 64 cents expected. Re...

Caterpillar Names Dr. Lou Balmer-Millar As Its Chief Sustainability Officer – $CAT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Caterpillar Inc.'s (CAT) Dr. Lou Balmer-Millar will now also lead as the Chief Sustainability Officer in addition to her current responsibility as Senior VP of the Large Power Systems Division within the Energy and Transportation segment. Balmer-Millar will succeed Julie Lagacy, who ...

JPMorgan Chase To Announce Fourth-Quarter & Full-Year 2022 Earnings On Jan 13

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) announced to release of its fourth-quarter and full-year 2022 financial results on Friday, January 13, 2023, at 7:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. (EST). The live audio webcast can be reached at link under the tab Investor Relations,...

Walgreens Limits Purchase Of Children’s Pain Medicines Amid Rising Flu Cases – $WBA $CVS $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Pharmacy chains Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) and CVS Health Corp (CVS) are limiting the purchase of children's pain drugs as the retailers face supply constraints and high demand as the United States experiencing one of the highest and the worst flu seasons in a decade. Walgreens has pu...

Former Bank of England Official Bradley Fried To Chair Goldman Sachs International – $GS $DIS $INVO

Reportedly, former Chair of the Court of the Bank of England, Bradley Fried, has been appointed as the chairman of Goldman Sachs (GS) International. Fried will replace Jose Manuel Barroso, who was the former European Commission president. Fried is expected to assume his role in February next year. ...

JP Morgan To Acquire Stake In Athen’s Based Fintech Viva Wallet – $JPM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has signed a deal to buy a 48.5% stake in Athens-based payments fintech Viva Wallet for more than $800 million. In January, the bank announced that it had agreed to acquire a share in Viva Wallet, and the stake is to be acquired from the company's minori...

Jamie Haenggi To Lead ADT Solar – $ADT $BRQS

As per reports, ADT, Inc. (ADT) announced the appointment of Jamie Haenggi to lead ADT Solar, a division of ADT Inc. Haenggi earlier served as executive VP and COO of ADT Solar, but will now head all functions within the division. Haenggi will be supported by senior advisor Marc Jones, founder of Su...

Will Tesla Finalize Plans For A Mexico EV Assembly Plant Soon? $TSLA $SPY $INVO

As per reports, EV giant Tesla Inc (TSLA) is reportedly in talks to build an assembly plant for electric vehicles in northeastern Mexico, around its industrial area. The plant is expected to be located in Santa Catarina in Monterrey city, the capital of Nuevo Leon state in Mexico. However, it is no...

Will Disney’s Avatar’ Sequel Produce Further Dividends At The Box Office? – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, "Avatar: The Way of Water" generated $17 million at U.S. and Canadian box offices from its first shows last Thursday night, informed distributor Walt Disney Co. (DIS). However, the sequel generated $134 million at theaters around the globe over the weekend just short of Disney's expe...

Telecom Giant Verizon To Webcast Q4 Earnings On Jan 24 – $VZ $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, telecom giant Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is to release its fourth quarter 2022 earnings on Tuesday, January 24. The webcast will begin at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. All presentations and related materials will be available at 7:00 a.m. on Verizon’s Investor Relations website, https...

JPMorgan Invests In Risk Management Provider Acin With Other Major Banks – $JPM $DIA $C $INVO

Reportedly, a group of five banks including JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM), Citigroup (C), and BNP Paribas are among the investors who backed an overall $24 million fundraising for risk control specialist Acin as part of their strategy to increase their risk expertise. The investment will help Acin b...

Chevron To Invest In Geothermal Projects In U.S – $CVX $DIA $BRQS

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) is seeking to enter a joint venture with Baseload Capital, a Swedish investment and development firm to develop geothermal projects in the United States. Geothermal energy taps into heat within the earth, and currently makes up less than 1% of the U.S. energy mi...

Traveler To Discuss Q4 & Full-Year 2022 Results On Jan 24 – $TVG $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) is to release its fourth quarter and full-year 2022 results on Tuesday, January 24, followed by a review with the investment team at 9 a.m. ET. Web & Dial-In Investors can access the call via webcast at investor.travelers.com or Dial-In at 888-440-62...

Caterpillar Announces Quarterly Dividend Date – $CAT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the Board of Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is to pay a quarterly dividend of one dollar and twenty cents ($1.20) per share of common stock, payable on February 17, 2023. The dividend is payable to shareholders as of January 20, 2023.    Dow 30 Component Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is the...

Reportedly, Apple Preparing To Allow Rival App Stores On iPhones In European Union – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Apple Inc. (AAPL) is preparing to allow alternative app stores on its iPhones and iPads in the European Union as soon as late next year to comply with a new European competition law it had fought. The iPhone maker had raised that allowing sideloading, bypassing its App Store, exposes...

Microsoft To Expand Software Services In Africa By 2025 Targeting 100M – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) aims to secure internet access for 100 million more people in Africa by 2025, teaming up with a satellite provider and setting the stage for longer-term cloud adoption, informed its President Brad Smith. Microsoft has long pushed to bring more people online, playing...

Visa To Boost #Africa’s E-payments With $1 Billion In Investment – $V $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) announced an investment of $1 billion in Africa over the next five years to capitalize on the emerging economy's rapid growth in digital payments. According to a McKinsey report, investments are a major growth opportunity in the continent where cash is likely to be chal...

“Exploring The Neuroprotective Qualities of Rare Cannabinoids” With InMed Pharmaceutical’s Management Team – $INM $XBI

Recently, A Tribe Public Webinar Presentation and Q&A Event was co-hosted by Eric A. Adams, CEO & Eric C. Hsu, PhD, Senior Vice President, Pre-Clinical Research & Development of InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM), a leader in the pharmaceutical research, development and manufacturing of...

Indonesia Aims To Combat Growing Cervical Cancer Issues With Merck’s HPV Vaccines – $MRK $DIA $IBB $ATOS

According to the World Health Organization, cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women globally, with an estimated 604,000 new cases and 342,000 deaths in 2020. In Indonesia, the disease took the lives of more than 36,000 people in 2021.   Reportedly, Indonesia will produce ...

Dow 30 Component Amgen Increases Quarterly #Dividend By 10% – $AMGN $IBB $ATOS

Reportedly, the board of biotech behemoth Amgen (AMGN) announced a $2.13 per share dividend for the first quarter of 2023, payable on March 8, 2023, to all stockholders as of February 15, 2023. The dividend represents a 10% increase from its previous four quarters.   If you liked this story ple...

IBM & Japan’s Rapidus Aiming to Manufacture The World’s Most Advanced Chips – $IBM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) partnered with a newly formed chip maker, Rapidus, backed by the Japanese government aimed to manufacture the world's most advanced chips in Japan by the second half of the decade. Japan's industry and trade ministry has agreed to inv...

Walgreens Schedules Fiscal 2023 Q1 Earnings On January 5, 2023

As per reports, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) is to release its fiscal 2023 first quarter results on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023, at 7 a.m. ET, followed by a one-hour conference call with WBA management beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. The call can be reached at http://investor.walgreensbootsalliance.co...

Amgen Announces Acquisition Of Horizon Therapeutics For $26.4B – $AMGN $HZNP $XBI $ATOS

Reportedly, Amgen (AMGN) is set to acquire rare disease drugmaker Horizon Therapeutics Plc (HZNP) for $26.4B. Amgen will pay $116.50 in cash for each Horizon share held, or a premium of nearly 20% to the stock's last close. The offer values Horizon at $28.3 billion, including debt. The deal will ad...

UnitedHealth Announces Appointment Of Google’s Kristen Gil To Its Board – $UNH $GOOG $DIA $INVO

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group (UNH) announced Kristen Gil of Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Gil currently serves as vice president, and business finance officer, at Google. She has held numerous senior positions at the parent company Alphabet since joinin...

Microsoft Strikes $2.8B Cloud-Computing Deal With London Stock Exchange Group – $MSFT $AMZN $GOOG $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) has agreed to buy a 4% stake in London Stock Exchange Group Plc in a $2.8B cloud-computing deal pushing the tech giant further into financial market data world. As part of the agreement, London Stock Exchange Group Plc is to spend at least that amount on cloud servic...

Tesla To Suspend Model Y Output In Shanghai Plant Between December 25 – January 1- $TSLA $INVO

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA) is set to suspend Model Y assembly between December 25 and January 1 at its Shanghai plant. The suspension at the end of the month is reportedly a part of a reduction in planned production of about 30% in the month for the Model Y, Tesla's best-selling model, at China’s Sh...

Biotech Giant Amgen’s Experimental Obesity Drug Shows ‘Promising’ Trends – $AMGN $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, Biotech giant Amgen Inc.'s (AMGN) experimental obesity drug currently known as AMG133 displayed promising durability trends in an early trial, leading way for a larger mid-stage study due early next year. Phase, I trial showed that those administered with the highest tested dose of t...

Disney+ Launches Major Advertisers, Mattel, Marriott, On Platform – $DIS $MAR $MAT $INVO

Reportedly, Disney (DIS) launched an ad-supported version of the Disney+ service recently attracting major advertisers from different sectors and bringing in new revenue as the company strives to push its streaming business to profitability.  Disney Advertising President Rita Ferro informed more th...

American Express Announces Election Of Procter & Gamble’s Deborah Platt Majoras To BOD – $AXP $OG $DIA $INVO

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) announced the appointment of Deborah Platt Majoras to its Board of Directors, effective December 7, 2022. Prior to her retirement earlier this year, Ms. Majoras served as Corporate Secretary & Chief Legal Officer of consumer giant Procter & Gamb...

Cisco To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Jan 25 – $CSCO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per common share payable on January 25, 2023. The cash dividend will be payable to stockholders as of January 5, 2023. Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is a global technology leader that designs, manufactures, and sel...

IBM Acquires US-Based Digital Transformation Provider, Octo – $IBM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, IBM (IBM) announced the acquisition of U.S based Octo, an IT modernization and digital transformation services provider serving the U.S. federal government, including health, defense, and civilian agencies. The technology giant's acquisition of Octo is one of the major digital transf...

Australian Securities Regulator Files Lawsuit Against AmEx Over Breach Of Credit Card Distribution – $AXP $DIA

Reportedly, the Australian securities regulator has approached the court against the local unit of American Express Company (AXP) alleging two of its credit cards co-branded in association with retailer David Jones were issued to customers without ensuring that they understood the details around the...

Boeing’s Last Widebody 747-8 Freighter Leaves Everett Factory To Atlas Air – $BA $AAWW $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, aerospace giant Boeing (BA) has completed the delivery of its last widebody, 747-8 Freighter in advance of its delivery to Atlas Air (AAWW) which is due next year. The aircraft has marked a name in the history of aerospace leadership. The 747-8 Freighter model has a revenue payload of 13...

ADT Launches New Smart Home Hub With Touchscreen Alarm Panel – $ADT $INVO

Reportedly, ADT UK and Ireland, experts in home security, announces the launch of its new ADT Smart Home Hub, a new touchscreen alarm panel for its ADT Smart Home system. The new launch is updated with all the features necessary to keep the home safe in the most convenient, stylish, and user-friendl...

Per Reports, Sony Offered 10-Year Contract By Microsoft For ‘Call of Duty’ Releases On PlayStation – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) has made an offer to Sony for a 10-year contract to make each new "Call of Duty" release available on PlayStation the same day it comes to Microsoft's Xbox. In September, Sony's gaming chief Jim Ryan raised that Microsoft's earlier offer to keep the popular game seri...

Disney Channel To Be Replaced In Russia By New Children’s Channel “Solntse” – $DIS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Disney Channel (DIS) is to stop broadcasting in Russia from December 14 and will be replaced by a new children's channel called "Solntse", which means "sun" in Russian, the Kommersant newspaper reported. In March, the company informed that it would halt all business in Russia over its U...

Salesforce Reports October Quarterly Earnings, Announces Exit Of Co-CEO Taylor

As per reports, Salesforce (CRM) reported October-ended quarter earnings exceeding estimates while guidance came in mixed. The CRM giant also announced the exit of co-Chief Executive Bret Taylor amid other management changes. Taylor, who had been co-CEO for about one year, will stay on until Jan. 31...

Cisco Schedules Virtual Annual Meeting Of Shareholders – $CSCO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is scheduled to host its 2022 Virtual Annual Meeting of Stockholders starting at 8:00 a.m. PST via audio webcast on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Cisco Chair and CEO Chuck Robbins will participate in the call. A live audio webcast of the event can be reached ...

INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ: $INVO), A Company Seeking To Address A Massively Underserved Fertility Market

As Vista readers know, we are huge fans of hidden gems and/or little known companies that have unique offerings and which are believed to have promise of addressing huge unmet needs of a market, especially in the healthcare sector. We're looking today toward one medtech company, INVO Bioscience (NAS...

Johnson’s CEO Joaquin Duato Succeeding Alex Gorsky As Chairman – $JNJ $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, Joaquin Duato, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) CEO has been elected to lead as the Chairman succeeding Alex Gorsky, effective January next year. Gorsky to step down from his role as executive chairman. J&J veteran Duato replaced Gorsky as CEO earlier this year after leading a variet...

Janssen To Sue Amgen Over Marketing Plans For Similar Drug To Its $9.1B Stelara – $JNJ $AMGN $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, the Janssen unit of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has sued healthcare giant Amgen Inc as the latter plans to market drugs for ulcerative colitis and conditions similar to J&J's top-selling drug Stelara. Last year, Stelara generated $9.1 billion of the company's $52 billion in globa...

Merck To Pay First-Quarter Dividend On Jan 9 – $MRK $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is to pay the first quarterly, 2023 dividend of $0.73 per share of the company’s common stock on January 9, 2023. The dividend will be payable to shareholders as of December 15, 2022. Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is a global healthcare solutions provider tha...

Amgen To Webcast Investor Call On Dec 5 At #WCIRDC2022 – $AMGN $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Amgen (AMGN) is to host a webcast call for the investment community at 8:00 a.m. ET on Monday, Dec. 5, 2022, in conjunction with the World Congress on Insulin Resistance, Diabetes & Cardiovascular Disease (WCIRDC). The webcast can be reached at  www.amgen.com, under Investors. ...

Caterpillar Completes Successful Demonstration Of First Battery Electric Truck On 7-kilometer Course – $CAT $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) announced a successful showing of 793 large mining trucks, their first battery electric powered mining trucks, and additionally announced a significant investment to transform its Arizona-based proving ground into a sustainable testing and validation hub of the fu...

Tesla Offers Beta Version Of It Full Self-Driving Feature For Test – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

As per reports,  Tesla (TSLA) is making its driver-assistance system available to customers behind the wheel to test, a feature that was previously deemed not safe enough. CEO, Elon Musk tweeted that the system which Tesla calls Full Self-Driving Beta will be now available to anyone in North Americ...

JP Morgan To Expand Business In Latin America – $JPM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is to expand in Latin America over the coming years as it expects the region's geopolitical outlook to improve, informed the bank's chief executive for Latin America and Canada, Alfonso Eyzaguirre. JP Morgan has been adding employees and services for cor...

Nike To Host Q2 Earnings Call On Dec 20 – $NKK $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. is to announce its second quarter fiscal 2023 earnings on December 20, 2022, at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT, followed by a conference call beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT to review the results with the management team. The call can be reached at http://investors.nike.com. NIKE, Inc....

UnitedHealth To Discuss Growth & Strategic Plans On Investor’s Day In #NYC Nov. 29 – $UNH $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) announced that its annual Investor Conference will be held in New York City on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, starting at 8:00 a.m. ET. A team of UnitedHealth Group leaders will offer perspectives on the company’s performance, and its long-term strat...

Are Apple’s iPhones Running Out Of Supply Ahead Of Holiday Season? $AAPL $BBY $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Apple Inc's (AAPL) high-end iPhones will be in short supply at stores this holiday season, informed Best Buy Co Inc's (BBY) chief executive.  Earlier this month, Apple warned of delays in shipments of its flagship product following a significant production cut at Foxconn's Zhengzhou pla...

Intel Elects BlackRock Co-Founder To Its Board – $INTC $BLK $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) has elected co-founder and senior advisor at BlackRock Inc. (BLK) Barbara G. Novick, to its board of directors effective Dec. 1, 2022. Barbara will serve as an independent director and join the board’s Audit & Finance and Compensation committees. &nbs...

Air India To Order New Aircrafts, In Talks With Airbus & Boeing – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Tata Group-owned Air India is in talks with Boeing (BA) and Airbus about ordering new aircraft and is meeting its immediate needs by leasing planes and repairing grounded aircraft, the airline's chief executive informed. Tata Group-owned Air India is in talks with Boeing and Airbus about...

Merck To Acquire Cancer Drug Developer Imago BioSciences For $1.35B – $MRK $DIA $IMGO $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) announced the acquisition of Imago BioSciences (IMGO), a cancer drug developer for a total equity value of $1.35B. The company's offer of $36 per share in cash for Imago is nearly a 107% premium to its last closing price. The transaction is expected to close i...

Bob Iger ReAppointed As Disney CEO! – $DIS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) has re-appointed Disney veteran Bob Iger as its chief executive officer after he retired last year, in an attempt to revive investor confidence and profits at its streaming media unit amid the economic turmoil. Iger stayed at Disney through 2021 to ease the ...

McDonald’s Kazakh Franchisee Suspends Operations Amid Supply Issues – $MCD $DIA

As per reports, The Kazakh franchisee of U.S. fast food chain McDonald's (MCD) has suspended operation of all its restaurants from Nov 18 "due to restricted local supplies", the company, Food Solutions KZ informed. No details on the supply restrictions, and when its 24 outlets could reopen in the n...

Visa Appoints President Ryan McInerney As Its New CEO – $V $DIA $INVIO

Reportedly, Visa (V) has named its president, Ryan McInerney, as its new CEO to help the company come through a challenging period for the payments industry as consumers shrink and tighten their expenses. Starting in February, McInerney will lead replacing Alfred Kelly Jr, who has been CEO since 201...

Honeywell Agrees To Pay $1.3B To Handle Asbestos-Related Claims – $HON $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Honeywell International Inc. (HON) is to pay $1.3B to end asbestos-related claims stemming from its former unit. As part of a deal with the North American Refractories Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust, the settlement will help Honeywell eliminate its funding obligations. Honeywe...

Disney’s “Disenchanted” To Begin Streaming On Disney+ Starting November 18 – $DIS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) sequel film “Disenchanted” premiered in Hollywood following its predecessor, “Enchanted,” by flipping the narrative of typical Disney fairytales. “Enchanted,” the tale of a cartoon princess being transported to modern-day New York, was released i...

Cisco Announces Quarterly Earnings, Raises Full-Year Outlook – $CSCO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) recently raised its full-year profit and revenue forecast amid easing supply chain hurdles and announced $600 million in analysis and restructuring charges, impacting 5% of its workforce roughly. In the first quarter, Cisco's revenue exceeded analysts' esti...

Nike Announces Quarterly Dividend Raise – $NKE $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Nike's board announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.340 per share on the company’s outstanding Common Stock payable on December 28, 2022, the dividend represents an increase of 11 percent. The dividend is payable to shareholders as of December 5, 2022.   NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is t...

Disney Shanghai Announces Re-Opening Of Some Parts Of The Resort – $DIS $DIA $INM

Reportedly, the Shanghai Disney Resort is to open some parts of the resort this week, but the main Disneyland park would stay shut until further notice. The entertainment resort was closed on Oct. 31 after a visitor tested positive for COVID-19. "Disneytown, Wishing Star Park and Shanghai Disneylan...

American Express To Create First Credit Card For Square Sellers Empowering Small Businesses – $AXP $SQ $DIA $INM

Reportedly, American Express (AXP) and Square (SQ) are expanding their relationship and plan to launch a new credit card built specifically for Square sellers on the American Express network. The card will be issued by Celtic Bank and powered by i2c Inc. "Small businesses can struggle to find fair ...

Nvidia Teaming With Microsoft To Build ‘Massive’ Cloud AI Computer -$NVDA $MSFT $DIA $INM

Reportedly, Nvidia Corp (NVDA) is partnering with Microsoft Corp (MSFT) to build a “massive” computer to handle high artificial intelligence computing work in the cloud. The AI computer will operate on Microsoft’s Azure cloud, with tens of thousands of graphics processing units, Nvidia’s mos...

Angie Klein Appointed To Lead Verizon’s Value Business – $VZ $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Angie Klein, Chief Revenue Officer of TracFone and Verizon Prepaid and CEO of Visible has been appointed to the new role of SVP and President of the Verizon (VZ) Value organization starting January 1, 2023. Angie will report to EVP & Group CEO of Verizon Consumer Group Manon Brou...

Apple Launched Emergency SOS Service – $AAPL $DIA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, the iPhone giant Apple (AAPL) has launched its Emergency SOS service, which allows iPhones to communicate using satellites when they have no signal. The feature allows people to contact emergency services when they are outside of cellular or WiFi coverage. The feature will also allow the...

Walmart Raises Annual Sales Forecast As Consumer Demand Remain Strong – $WMT $DIA $INM

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) raised its annual sales and profit forecast as demand for groceries continued to remain strong despite higher prices. The retailer also raised its full-year net sales expectations ahead of the holiday season, announcing a new $20-billion share buyback plan. Wa...

Home Depot Releases Quarterly Earnings, Stays Strong On Fiscal Outlook – $HD $DIA $INM

Reportedly,  The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) quarterly earnings beat estimates as price increases helped the company post an 8.8% jump in average ticket, or the average amount of sales per customer assisting offset a 4.3% fall in customer transactions in the quarter. Comparable sales at the home improvem...

IBM & Bosch Connect To Find Alternatives To Critical Minerals For EV’s – $IBM

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation  (IBM) and Germany's Bosch have formed a partnership to use quantum computing and simulation technology to find alternatives to the rare earth and metals needed for electric vehicles. The minerals used in membranes in fuel cells for hydrog...

Recently Disney Froze Hiring As Economic Uncertainty Continues – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports recently, Walt Disney (DIS) is set to freeze hiring and cut some jobs as it struggles to move the Disney+ streaming service to profitability amid economic uncertainty. The move came after Disney missed estimates for quarterly earnings as the entertainment giant racked up more losses f...

Salesforce To Release Q3 Earnings On November 30 – $CRM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, global CRM leader Salesforce (CRM) has scheduled to release its third-quarter fiscal year 2023 results on November 30, 2022, after trading closes, followed by a conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss and review financial results with the investment community. Interested parties can ...

Apple Hires Timothy Campos From Facebook To Lead Its Information Systems Group – $AAPL $META $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Apple Inc. has hired Timothy Campo, a startup founder, and former Facebook (META) executive, to run its information systems group after a series of departures in that department. Campion will lead the Information Systems and Technology department, responsible for the infrastructure b...

Europe Strengthens Grip On Global Chip Industry 2030 Initiative As Design Center Opening In Barcelona – $CSCO $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is set to open a new semiconductor chip design center in the northeastern Spanish city of Barcelona. The initiative is a part of government subsidies, PERTE plan for semiconductor research and development using the European Union's pandemic relief funds, alloca...

3M Schedules Fourth-Quarterly Dividend For December – $MMM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the board of 3M (MMM) announced a fourth-quarter common stock dividend of $1.49 per share payable on December 12, 2022. The dividend is payable to shareholders as of November 18, 2022. 3M (MMM) is a global science company that seems to never stop inventing. Using 46 technology...

IBM Pushes The Limits With Its Most Powerful Quantum Computer To Date – $IBM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) announced a 433-qubit, Osprey machine, the most powerful and impressive quantum computer, built with three times the number of qubits than its earlier Eagle machine. Quantum computers are much faster than the fastest supercomputers today....

Goldman Sachs Approves Promotion Of 80 Bankers To Elite Rank – $GS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Wall Street Giant Goldman Sachs Group (GS) recently approved 80 bankers as partners including 21 in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa region, 53 employees in the Americas, and 6 in Asia. The promotions are up from 60 people in 2020. The racial breakdown for the 2022 class is 24% Asian,...

Japan’s Skymark To Acquire Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Japan's Skymark Airlines announced plans to add up to 12 Boeing (BA) 737 MAX airplanes as part of its fleet modernization efforts. The carrier intends to order four airplanes including the 737-8 and 737-10 variants with options for two additional jets.  "As Skymark Airlines looks to su...

Salesforce Lays Off Workers From Sales Team Amid Shaky Economy – $CRM $DIA

Reportedly, Salesforce Inc. (CRM) has cut hundreds of workers from sales teams, seeking to improve profitability while facing slowing demand for its software products in an unsteady economy. Salesforce almost tripled its workforce in the past five years and reported 78,634 employees as of July 31. ...

Disney Reported Disappointing Quarter Earnings – $DIS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) added 12.1 million Disney+ subscribers and 14.6 million total direct-to-consumer customers in its fiscal fourth quarter, exceeding estimates. Total quarterly Disney revenue of $20.1 billion missed the average analyst estimate by nearly $1 billion. Net operat...

Microsoft Charged With EU Antitrust Complaint On Cloud Computing Practices – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) faces a new antitrust complaint over its cloud computing practices as trade group CISPE, whose members include Amazon, took its grievance to European Union antitrust regulators. The trading body alleged that Microsoft's new contractual terms imposed on Oct. 1 together wi...

Walmart To Release Third-Quarter Earnings – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart (WMT) to release its third-quarter earnings at 6 a.m. CST on November 15, followed by a live conference call with the Investment Community at 7 a.m. to discuss the company’s third-quarter earnings results for the fiscal year 2023. Web: Live webcast will be available at the lin...

Emirates To Add 5 Boeing 777 Freighters To Its Cargo Fleet – $BA $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Emirates has placed an order for five 777 Freighters, valued at more than $1.7 billion at list prices, expanding its all-Boeing (BA) dedicated freighter fleet. The airline was a launch customer for the 777 Freighter and is currently the world’s largest operator of the 777 families,...

Bottler Coca-Cola HBC Remains Confident On 2022 Profit Outlook – $KO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Soft drinks bottler Coca-Cola Company (KO) HBC AG raised its full-year profit forecast as increasing prices helped the soft drinks bottler to keep sales steady. Sky-high inflation has pinched household budgets and forced consumers to cut down spending, but packaged food makers are ex...

Nike Recently Ended Ties With Kyrie Irving, The Brooklyn Nets Star – $NKE $DIA

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has recently withdrawn from its relationship with Kyrie Irving, the Brooklyn Nets star, and canceled its next Irving-branded shoe release, Kyrie 8 after his promotion of an anti-Semitic documentary. The Nets had already suspended Irving for at least five games over the a...

Apple Seeking To Expand Live TV Advertising Around MLS Games Next Year – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) is gearing up to expand its advertising network for live television in an attempt to stream Major League Soccer (MLS) games next year. The company is in talks with advertising partners and MLS sponsors in advance of the launch next February about airing advertisements during...

Caterpillar Foundation Raises Record $13.8M To Serve Communities – $CAT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) retirees and employees together with the philanthropic organization, Caterpillar Foundation, have raised more than $13.8 million to the United Way chapters across Mexico, the United States, Canada, and Panama as part of its 2022-2023 campaign, to serve communitie...

UnitedHealth To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Dec 13 – $UNH $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, the board of UnitedHealth Group (UNH) has authorized the payment of a cash dividend of $1.65 per share to common stock shareholders as of December 5, 2022. The dividend is payable on December 13, 2022. Dow 30 component UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) operates as a diversified ...

Amgen Reports Stronger Quarter Profits Recording Volume Growth – $AMGN $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Biotechnology company and Dow 30 component Amgen Inc's (AMGN) third-quarter revenue rose 1% as higher volume growth for its cancer, rheumatology, and cardiovascular products were offset by lower prices and foreign exchange losses. Revenue for the quarter totaled $6.7 billion, exceeding W...

Goldman Sachs Partners Kava, Crampton To Exit Firm At Year-End – $GS $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) partners Alan Kava and Chris Crampton are retiring from the firm at year-end. Alan Kava, 57, joined the firm in 1997, and was the managing director in 2002, and became a partner in 2008. New-York based Alan Kava is currently chairman of Goldman Sachs Ass...

P&G Announced Webcast Of Investor Day 2022 – $PG $DIA $INVO

As per reports, The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) to webcast the presentation from the P&G Investor Day 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio on Thursday, November 17, 2022, beginning at 2:00 p.m. ET.  The live audio webcast at www.pginvestor.com starting 2:00 P.M. ET. Chairman of the Board, President...

Travelers Partnering With Wysa To Promote Holistic Recovery For Mental Health – $TRV $DIA $INVO

As per reports, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) has launched an app designed to promote the mental health of injured employees to facilitate a more holistic recovery. The app was created in partnership with Wysa, a provider of mental health support solutions powered by artificial intelligence. ...

Amgen To Webcast Third-Quarter Earnings – $AMGN $DIA $INVIO

Reportedly, healthcare giant Amgen (AMGN) is to release its third-quarter earnings on November 3, 2022, after the market closes. The release will be followed by a conference call with the investment community to discuss the results at 1:30 p.m. PT. The call will be hosted by the chairman and CEO Rob...

Cisco To Release Q1 Results – CSCO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) has scheduled a conference call for Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 1:30 PM (PT) / 4:30 PM (ET) to announce its first quarter fiscal year 2023 financial results for the period ending Saturday, October 29, 2022. Web & Dial-Dial-In : The webcast can...

Walgreens Renews 5-yr-Agreement With Western Union Offering Easy Money Transfers – $WBA $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Western Union and Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) have renewed a five-year agreement to their long-standing relationship. The collaboration will allow consumers to have access to Western Union Money Transfer and bill payment services at nearly 9,000 Walgreens locations across the United S...

Disney Attracts U.S. Disney+ Customers With Early Merchandise Access $DIS $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, U.S. subscribers to the Disney+ streaming service will be able to purchase new Star Wars lightsabers, Black Panther masks, and other merchandise, as an offering as a limited test of an additional benefit for streaming customers looking to grab products created for the holiday shoppin...

Boeing Expects Higher Cash Flow In 2023 – $BA $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Aerospace giant Boeing Co (BA) expects higher free cash flow as it expects to ramp up deliveries of 737 MAX and 787 jets, informed Chief Financial Officer Brian West. Boeing estimates it will generate $3 billion-$5 billion in free cash flow next year, way higher than the $1.5 billion...

Merck & Veeva Extend Their 12-Year Partnership – $MRK $VEEV $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. has recently announced a ten-year strategic partnership agreement with Veeva Systems (VEEV), building on the existing 12-year partnership between the companies. As per the agreement, Merck will take a Veeva-first approach to new industry-specific software and data, ...

Twitter May Revise Its User Verification Process

Reportedly, Twitter may soon update its user verification process, informed CEO Tesla (TSLA) Elon Musk, after he took over the social media giant recently. The social media giant is considering charging for the blue check mark verifying the identity of its account holder.  "Whole verification proc...

Bryan C. Hanson Appointed To Walgreens Board of Directors – $WBA $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has appointed Bryan C. Hanson to the company’s board of directors, effective Oct. 27, 2022. Hanson will also serve on two board committees, including the compensation and leadership performance committee and the newly formed finance and technology comm...

3M Cuts Full-Year Forecast Amid Tight Consumer Spending – $MMM $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Recently, 3M Co (MMM) lowered its full-year forecasts over an uncertain economic environment. The post-it maker, which gets 60 percent of its revenue from outside the United States, cut its full-year revenue and profit forecasts. The company now expects full-year revenue to drop between 3.5% and 3%,...

Intel Quarter Earnings Exceed Estimates, But Remains Timid On Outlook – $INTC $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) recently released its Q3 earnings beating expectations, but remained conservative on its outlook for the fourth quarter. The company earned an adjusted 59 cents a share on sales of $15.34 billion in the September quarter, analysts expected Intel earnings of 3...

Apple’s Quarterly Earnings Exceeded Estimates – Forecasted Weak Holiday Quarter – $AAPL $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Apple's (AAPL) quarterly revenue and profit exceeded market estimates, however, the forecast for the holiday quarter was bleak. The iPhone expects revenue growth to fall below 8% in the December quarter. For the quarter, iPhone sales were not as strong as expected, however, Mac sales of...

Goldman Sachs Appointed Former Starbucks CEO Kevin R. Johnson To The Board – $GS $SBUX $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Kevin R. Johnson is to join as an independent director of the Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS), effective October 26, 2022. The Board announced Mr. Johnson will also join as a member of each of the firm’s Compensation, Governance, and Risk Committees. Mr. Johnson retired in April 20...

World’s Chief Manufacturer of Diesel Engines Caterpillar Recently Reported Strong Quarterly Earnings – $CAT $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) recently reported strong profit and revenue due to price increases and strong order activity from energy and mining customers. The heavy equipment maker reported a net income increase of $2.04 billion, exceeding analysts' estimates of $1.68 billion. Caterpilla...

McDonalds Reported Strong Quarterly Earnings As Restaurant Traffic Grew In U.S.A. – $MCD $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Q3 earnings exceeded estimates as traffic to its U.S. restaurants grew. CEO, Chris Kempczinski informed there’s increasing uncertainty and unease about the economic environment. CFO Ian Borden told analysts that inflationary pressures and interest rate hi...

Merck Board Elects Robert M. Davis As Chairman Succeeding Kenneth C. Frazier – $MRK $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, the board of Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has announced the election of Robert M. Davis to serve as chairman of the board, effective Dec. 1, 2022, succeeding Kenneth C. Frazier, who is to retire on November 30, 2022, after a long-tenured career at Merck from 1992. Kenneth C. Frazier serve...

Energy Giant Chevron To Pay Quarterly Dividend On December 12 – $CVX $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, the Board of Directors of Chevron Corporation (CVX) declared a quarterly dividend of one dollar and forty-two cents ($1.42) per share, payable on December 12, 2022. The dividend is payable to all holders of common stock as of November 18, 2022.   Dow 30 component Chevron Corpo...

JPMorgan Chase Merchants To Include ‘Meta Pay’ As A Payment Method – $JPM $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co's  (JPM) merchants' network customers can now make payments through Meta Pay. In 2019, Facebook Pay (now knowns as Meta Pay) was launched as a unified payments service allowing users across Meta's platforms including Instagram and WhatsApp to make payments wi...

Alaska Airlines To Expand & Modernize Its Fleet With 52 Boeing 737 MAX Jets – $BA $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Alaska Airlines has placed an order for 52 Boeing (BA) airplanes expanding its Boeing's 737 MAX fleet along with an option for an additional 42 737-10 and 10 737-9 jets. The airline is focussing to build one of the most sustainable and efficient fleets in the industry, with the addition....

Boeing’s Q3 Earnings Disappointed – $BA $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Boeing (BA) released third-quarter earnings reporting a wide miss on its earnings line, as defense unit losses weighed against a strong quarter on its commercial side. Boeing reported an adjusted loss of $6.18 per share, due to charges in its Air Force One and KC-46 air tanker projec...

Visa Recently Beat Quarterly Estimates As Consumers Spent ‘Huge’ On Travel – $V $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Visa Inc (V) had better-than-expected quarterly earnings as more Americans took advantage of a stronger dollar and flew to international destinations, and splurged on shopping and entertainment. Transactions increased 12% on a constant dollar basis to 50.9 billion in the fourth quarter t...

Microsoft Released Quarterly Earnings Exceeding Expectations – $MSFT $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft's (MSFT) first-quarter earnings exceeded market estimates as its cloud-computing businesses grew. The company earned $2.35 a share on sales of $50.1 billion in the quarter that ended September 30. Analysts were expecting Microsoft earnings of $2.31 a share on sales of $49.7...

Vista Partners Progress Report: Atossa Receives FDA Authorization & Adds Former $JNJ Director Richard Grayson – $ATOS $XBI

  Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in premenopausal women worldwide. It is estimated that almost half of the cancers that occur in women aged 15-49 is breast cancer. An overwhelming majority (75%) of premenopausal breast cancer falls under luminal A (ER+/HER2-) or B (ER+...

Disney+ To Premier BBC’s “Doctor Who” Outside UK & Ireland – $DIS $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) streaming service, Disney+ will exclusively stream one of BBC's adored shows "Doctor Who" to audiences outside the U.K. and Ireland. The collaboration between BBC and Disney Branded Television allows Disney to stream the British sci-fi series to audiences ar...

Coca-Cola Raises Outlook Remains Confident Amid Price Raise – $KO $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Coca-Cola Company (KO) has raised its annual forecast as the soda giant gains from multiple price increases that have so far failed to bring the demand down. On an adjusted basis, Coca-Cola earned 69 cents per share on net revenue of $11.1 billion. Analysts were expecting 64 cents per s...

Are Engine No 1 & Coca-Cola In Talks Over Recycling Initiatives? – $KO $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, sustainability-focused investment firm Engine No. 1 has held talks with the Coca-Cola Company (KO) about steps the beverage giant could take to ramp up the recycling of its cans and bottles. The activist investor has a passive stake in Coca-Cola through its Transform 500 exchange-tra...

Travelers Quarterly Profits Hit By Hurricane, But Strong Premiums Surfaced- $TRV $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Property and casualty insurer The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) reported a 20% fall in quarterly profit majorly hurt by hurricane-related claims and lower returns on its investments. Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, as well as severe storms in many U.S. regions, pushed the insurer's pretax ca...

Biotech Giant Amgen Completes The Acquisition Of ChemoCentryx – $AMGN $JNJ $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, Amgen (AMGN) has successfully acquired ChemoCentryx, Inc. (CCXI), for $52 per share in cash, representing aggregate merger consideration of approximately $3.7 billion. A biopharmaceutical company, ChemoCentryx, Inc is focused on orally-administered methods to treat cancer, inflammato...

Coca Cola Announces Quarterly Dividend & Election Of 3 New Officers – $KO $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, the Board of Directors of the Coca-Cola Company (KO) announced the election of three new corporate officers, Felix Poh, Neeraj Tolmare, and Mark Westfall as the vice president. All three leaders started their current positions on October 1, and their elections as corporate officers a...

AmEx Quarterly Earnings Improve Amid Strong Spending – $AXP $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) third-quarter earnings improved as spending on goods, services and travel kept up despite fears of a potential economic slowdown later in the year. The company now expects to report full-year profit above its prior forecast of $9.25 to $9.65 per share. ...

Verizon’s Q3 Profits Take Hit As Subscribers Drift – $VZ $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) reported a 23% slide in third-quarter profit and missed market estimates for wireless subscriber additions, as several customers opted for cheaper plans from rivals AT&T Inc and T-Mobile US Inc. Verizon witnessed the loss of 189,000 monthly bill-payi...

Verizon Announces Earnings Release Date

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ)  will report third-quarter 2022 earnings on Friday, October 21. The company will present results on a webcast beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.  Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is a worldwide leader in delivering communications and technolo...

World’s Chief Manufacturer of Natural Gas Engines Caterpillar Waives Retirement Policy – Jim Umpleby To Continue As CEO – $CAT $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc.s (CAT) board have waived the policy requiring Chairman and CEO Jim Umpleby to retire at age of 65. The heavy machinery maker follows Target Corp, which last month waived its retirement policy allowing CEO Brian Cornell to lead. Umpleby, 64, assumed Caterpillar's ch...

Musk Promises Strong Quarter Ahead Even As The EV Giant Misses Estimates

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA), reported sales that fell short of Wall Street estimates, due to delivery and production bottlenecks, prompting the CEO to assure investors that demand for his company’s cars continues to remain strong. “We have excellent demand for Q4 and we expect to sell every car th...

IBM’s Recent Beat Driven By Robust Cloud Strength – $IBM $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) beat quarterly revenue estimates and expects to exceed full-year revenue growth targets as robust demand for its digital services offset the blow from a strong dollar. IBM's cloud revenue jumped 11% to $5.2 billion in the quarter and ...

JP Morgan Appoints Sophie Qian Head Of Southeast Asia Equity Capital Markets – $JPM $DIA $INVO $ATOS

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co has appointed Sophie Qian as the head of its Equity Capital Markets (ECM) team for Southeast Asia. Qian, who has been with JPM for nine years, will relocate to Singapore from New York later this year. The Southeast Asia ECM team will report to Qian with immediate ...

P&G Quarter Earnings Exceeded Estimates – CFO Warned Slow Growth Ahead – $PG $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Procter & Gamble Company (PG) sales exceeded market estimates as higher pricing helped offset lower sales volume and currency fluctuations. The tide maker expects net sales for the year to drop 1% to 3%, lower than its previous outlook of 2%.  “We feel very good about the consume...

JP Morgan Launches Capital Connect Fundraising Platform Inviting Startups – $JPM $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is launching a platform, Capital Connect that aims to connect startup founders with venture capital investors and ease the fundraising process. Capital Connect is looking to fulfill the ambition of JP Morgan by assets and further expand into the private ...

Microsoft Laid Off Several Employees Amid Weakening Economy – $MSFT

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) has laid off under 1,000 employees across several divisions in October making it the latest U.S. technology company to cut jobs or slow hiring amid a global economic slowdown. The layoffs affected less than 1% of Microsoft's total workforce of around 221,000 as of J...

Honeywell Raises Outlook For Business Jet Deliveries As Demand Soars – $HON $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Honeywell International Inc, (HON) raised its outlook for business jet deliveries, as the COVID-19 pandemic brought in a wave of first-time users and buyers in the private flying market. The company forecast up to 8,500 new business jet deliveries worth $274 billion from 2023 to 2032, up...

Disney Delays Release Dates Of Several Marvel Movies – $DIS $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company (DIS) pushed back the release dates for several upcoming Marvel films including, "Blade," "Fantastic Four" and "Avengers: Secret Wars." In September, "Blade" director Bassam Tariq departed from the project due to a scheduling difference. Following his departure Marve...

Moderna & Merck To Develop Cancer Vaccine – $MRNA $MRK $DIA $ATOS $INVO

As per reports, Moderna Inc. (MRNA) and Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) are considering an option to jointly develop and potentially sell an mRNA-based cancer vaccine. Vaccine mRNA-4157 is being tested along with Keytruda, Merck's blockbuster cancer immunotherapy in a mid-stage trial, and data on the va...

Honeywell To Develop Avionics Systems For Hyundai’s Futuristic Air Taxi – $HON $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Hyundai Motor Group's air taxi unit has tapped aerospace supplier Honeywell International Inc. (HON) to develop avionics systems for its eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft. Under the collaboration, Honeywell will work with Supernal, Hyundai's U.S.-based eVTOL firm, t...

Intel To Lay Off Employees Amid Declining PC Demand

Reportedly, Intel Corporation announced cutting jobs amid a slowdown in the personal computer market. The layoffs will be announced as early as this month and some of Intel's divisions, including the sales and marketing group, could witness cuts affecting about 20% of employees. As of July, Intel ha...

FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam Joins P&G’s Board – $PG $DIA $ATOS $INVO

Reportedly, Procter & Gamble Company (PG) has elected Rajesh Subramaniam, president, and CEO of Fortune 50 company FedEx Corp to the board. Subramaniam began his career with FedEx in 1991, prior to being named CEO in June, he served as president and chief operating officer. “Raj brings to P&a...

Caterpillar To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Nov 18 – $CAT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Board of Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) announced a quarterly common stock dividend of  $1.20 per share payable to stockholders as of October 24, 2022. The dividend is payable on November 18, 2022.   Dow 30 Component Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is the world’s chief manufacturer ...

Microsoft & Mercedes Benz Partner On Supply Chain Data Platform – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Mercedes-Benz has entered a partnership with Microsoft (MSFT) using its Cloud for a data platform, MO360 intended to improve production efficiency at over 30 passenger car plants globally. The collaboration is aimed at a 20% increase in vehicle production efficiency by 2025 from 2022 lev...

Aviation Giant Boeing Reports Q3 2022 Commercial & Defense Deliveries & Results- $BA $DA $INVO

Dow 30 comments and aviation giant Boeing (BA) reported major program deliveries across its commercial and defense operations for the third quarter of 2022 earlier in October, as listed below: Major Programs - 3rd Quarter 2022 Commercial Airplanes Programs 3rd Quarter 2022 Year-to-date ...

Intel Ties With Google Cloud Introducing Secure & Improved Chip For Data Centre – $INTC $GOOG $DIA $BRQS $INVO

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) and Alphabet Inc's Google Cloud have launched a co-designed chip to make data centers more secure and efficient. The E2000 chip, code-named Mount Evans, takes over from the expensive central processing units (CPU) that do the main computing, for the work of packa...

Honeywell To Work On Lower-Carbon Aviation Fuel Amid Increasing SAF Demand – $HON $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Honeywell International Inc. (HON) is expecting to roll out technology that could increase supplies of lower-carbon aviation fuel produced from ethanol. The company's technology can increase the production efficiency of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to lower costs. The airline indu...

Tesla’s Semi Truck Deliveries Expected In December 2022 For PepsiCo – $TSLA $PEP $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, PepsiCo Inc (PEP) is to become the first company to receive its orders for Tesla's (TSLA) much-delayed Semi truck EVs in December. The beverage giant informed that the trucks would be used at its Frito-Lay plant in Modesto, California, and its PepsiCo beverages factory in Sacramento. The...

Disney’s ESPN Reportedy Talks With DraftKings Over Capitalizing Sports Betting

Reportedly, Walt Disney Co's (DIS) ESPN is in close talks to enter a new partnership deal with sports-betting firm DraftKings Inc. The collaboration will allow the sports broadcaster to capitalize on the growing wave of legalized sports betting. ESPN has been looking to license its brand to major s...

Intel To Host Q3 Earnings Call – $INTC $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) announced the release of third-quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, after trading closes followed by a conference call at 2 p.m. PDT to discuss the results. The event webcast can be reached at Intel's Investor Relations website at intc.c...

AmEx Lifts COVID Vaccine Requirements For Working From Office – $AXP $DIA $INVO

As per reports, American Express Co. (AXP) has lifted COVID-19 vaccine requirements at its offices effective November 1, as the credit card giant prepares to remove pandemic-era protocols. According to the memo, the new guidelines will apply to offices in the United States, Canada, Australia, and Ne...

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VISTA UPDATE REPORT: Peer Reviewed Study Published Regarding Conventional IVF vs. INVO Bioscience’s INVOcell System – $INVO $IYH

Today, the global fertility market is a multi-million dollar market that is predicted to hit around US$47.9 billion by 2030, yet remains severely underserved with experts’ estimates suggesting that more than 90% of couples in need of infertility treatment are going without care.   On Sept...

Disney To Host Fiscal Full Year & Q4 2022 Financial Results – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Walt Disney Company announced the release of the fourth quarter of 2022 and fiscal full year and earnings on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, after the close of regular trading. The release will be followed by a live audio webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT and can be rea...

Verizon Gains Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) Task Order Worth $1.58B – $VZ $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) has entered a new Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) contract to modernize the global communications infrastructure and offer IT services for each of the Department of State’s (DOS) U.S. consular, embassies, and other key locations in nearly 260...

Boeing Schedules Third-Quarter Release – $BA $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Boeing Company (BA) is to release its third-quarter 2022 financial results on Wednesday, October 26. President & CEO David Calhoun and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Brian West will host a conference call that day at 10:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results ...

Chevron Commits $500k Contribution For Ian Hurricane Relief – $CVX $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has committed $500k to support relief efforts in Florida after Hurricane Ian left devastation across the state, causing catastrophic floods and damage. "Our thoughts are with all the people whose lives have been impacted by Hurricane Ian. With deep ties in Flor...

Disney’s Media & Entertainment Distribution Chairman Kareem Daniel Elected To McDonald’s Board – $MCD $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) announced the appointment of Kareem Daniel as an independent Director of the Board, effective October 1, 2022. Mr. Daniel currently serves as Chairman, of Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution at The Walt Disney Company, leading the organizatio...

Walt Disney Appoints Veteran Carolyn Everson To Its Board – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) announced the appointment of Carolyn Everson, a veteran media and technology executive, to its Board of Directors, effective November 21. Ms. Everson will be included in the Company’s slate of director nominees in the proxy statement for Disney’s 202...

UnitedHealth Unit Acquires Change Healthcare – $UNH $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the UnitedHealth Group (UNH) health services unit has completed the acquisition of Change Healthcare, following more than a year of uncertainty due to anti-competitive concerns. The deal's completion follows last month a U.S. judge denying the U.S. Justice Department's appeal to sto...

Merck Agrees On Distribution Rights For Its COVID-19 Drug With China’s Sinopharm – $MRK $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has agreed to allow China's Sinopharm to distribute and import its COVID-19 antiviral molnupiravir in China if the drug is approved for use there. The drugmaker has reached a cooperation framework agreement with Sinopharm allowing the Chinese company to di...

Coca-Cola To Release Third-Quarter Earnings On October 25 – $KO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) announced it will release the third quarter of 2022 financial results on Oct. 25 before trading starts. The release will be followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results. Interested parties can visit www.coca-colacompany.com...

EU Antitrust Regulators Set Nov 8 As Deadline For Microsoft & Activision Deal – $MSFT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, EU antitrust regulators are to decide by Nov. 8 whether to clear Microsoft Corp's proposed $69 billion acquisition of "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard. The deal will help the U.S. software company better compete with industry leaders Tencent and Sony. The transaction can be clea...

Merck Schedules Release Of Third-Quarter Earnings – $MRK $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is to hold its third-quarter 2022 sales and earnings conference call with institutional investors and analysts at 8:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, October 27. Investors, journalists, and the general public may access a live audio webcast of the call via this link. Me...

Honeywell Announces Dividend Increase – INVO Bioscience Progresses At #ASRM2022 – $HON $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the board of Dow 30 component Honeywell (HON), a Fortune 500 technology company that delivers industry specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally,  has increased the company's regul...

Nike Q1 Earnings Slightly Exceeds Estimates – Stays Positive On Q2 Growth – $NKE $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Nike Inc's (NKE) first-quarter earnings exceeded market estimates, however, gross margins dropped as inventories jumped. The sportswear giant reported a 20% drop in earnings to 93 cents a share. Revenue grew 4% to $12.69 billion. Analysts were expecting Nike earnings to fall 21% to 9...

Nike Partners With Britain’s JD Sports – $NKE $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, JD Sports Fashion, Britain's biggest sportswear retailer has extended its deal with sportswear giant Nike Inc. (NKE) giving its customers access to more of the U.S. brand's footwear and apparel. The partnership would be Nike's first European retail partner for its Connected Partnership l...

Boeing Gains Orders For 42 MAX 10 Jets From Canada’s WestJet Group – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Canada's WestJet Group has placed an order with Boeing Co (BA) for 42 MAX 10 jets in a deal valued at $5.67 billion at list prices. The Calgary-based carrier now has more than 60 firm orders for the 737 MAX jets, Boeing's best-selling single-aisle airplane family. Owned by private equity...

Honeywell Announces Release Date Of Q3 Earnings – $HON $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Honeywell is to release its third quarter financial results on Thursday, October 27, before the market opens, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EDT. A real-time audio webcast of the presentation can be reached at http://www.honeywell.com/investor. Vista Partners LLC (”Vis...

JP Morgan To Release Q3 Earnings On October 14 – $JPM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) is to host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. (EDT) on Friday, October 14, 2022, to review third-quarter 2022 financial results, following the release at approximately 7:00 a.m. (EDT).   Web: Live webcast can be reached at the link. Dial-IN: The conference ...

American Express Announces Quarterly Dividend Payable November 10, 2022 – $AXP $DIA $INVO

As per reports, the Board of American Express Company (AXP) declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.52 per common share to stockholders as of October 14, 2022. The dividend is payable on November 10, 2022.   Dow 30 component American Express Company (AXP) and its subsidiaries provide cu...

J&J’s Consumer Health Business Dubbed ‘Kenvue’ Ahead Of Spin Off – $JNJ $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has named its consumer business Kenvue moving ahead with its plans to spin off the unit. The unit has faced nearly 40,000 lawsuits alleging its baby powder and other talc products contained asbestos later linked to mesothelioma and ovarian cancer in women usin...

Intel Offers Customers To Try Out New Chips With Expanded Developer Cloud Base – $INTC $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) is planning to expand the Intel Developer Cloud, allowing customers to try a range of new chips before they hit the market, as it hopes it will pull more application developers to use its processors. Chip companies are working to enable software and hardware deve...

American Express Schedules Q3 2022 Release For October 21 – $AXP $DIA $INVO

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) is to host a live audio webcast of its earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. (ET) on Friday, October 21, 2022, to discuss the third quarter of 2022 financial results. The webcast of the event can be reached at https://ir.americanexpress.com/. The finan...

Is Apple Shifting iPhone 14 Production To India Away From China? -$AAPL $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) has begun producing its iPhone 14 model in southern India less than a month after it was launched, as the iPhone giant is looking for ways to diversify its supply chains out of China and expand production in India, as geopolitical tension rises between Washington and Beijing...

McDonald’s Japan Menu To More Expensive Amid Higher Input Costs & Weaker Yen – $MCD $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Japan's McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) fast food restaurants have raised prices on about 60% of its menu amid rising input costs and exchange-rate fluctuations. It marks the company's second set of price increases this year as Japan deals with inflationary pressures and a drop in the yen...

Apple Eyeing Latest Chip Technology By Taiwan’s TSMC For Upcoming iPhones, Macs – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Apple Inc (AAPL) is planning to use an updated version of Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC's latest chip-producing technology in iPhones and Macbooks next year. The A17 mobile processor, which is currently under development and is expected to be available in the second half of next year, will be...

Amgen’s Lumakras Pill Reduces Risk Of Lung Cancer Progression By 34% In Clinical Trial -$AMGN $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Amgen Inc.'s (AMGN) Lumakras pill reduced the risk of disease progression in patients with advanced lung cancer by 34% compared with chemotherapy in a clinical trial. Amgen is also testing whether the drug could be effective against lung cancer earlier in the disease, and informed that a...

Apple’s iPhone 14 Records Better Sales Than Its Predecessor – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Apple Inc.'s (AAPL) iPhone 14 is reportedly recording better sales than last year's iPhone 13 models. Apple started taking preorders for its latest handsets last week. U.S. delivery times for the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max have extended to 29 to 36 days, however, delivery times for the re...

Boeing’s August Deliveries Improved – $BA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) jetliner deliveries increased in August to 35 airplanes as the U.S. planemaker resumed handovers of its 787 Dreamliner after a 15-month delay. The monthly deliveries included 27 737 MAX jets, two 787s, and five freighters raising the total MAX deliveries this year to 240 jets...

Walmart & UnitedHealth Offering Seniors Focused Preventive Healthcare Program – $WMT $UNH $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart and healthcare giant UnitedHealth Group are collaborating to offer preventive care for people aged 65 and up, and virtual healthcare services for all age groups. The 10-year partnership represents Walmart's latest investment into healthcare that could help the retail giant better...

JP Morgan To Buy California-Based Renovite Technologies Boosting Global Payments Platform – $JPM $DIA $INVO

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co announced buying California-based Renovite Technologies to expand its payments processing business, occupying market share in a lucrative industry where big banks face tough competition from fintech disrupters. Renovate with a presence both in India and Britai...

Zoom Enhances Chat Features Competing With Rivals Including Microsoft’s Teams & Slack – $ZM $MSFT $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Zoom Video Communications Inc. (ZM) has renamed its chat product and added some features, including third-party integration, as it gears to compete with rivals including Microsoft's Teams and Slack. Zoom's app, now known as Zoom Team Chat, will offer features such as the ability to ...

Is Goldman Sachs Cutting Jobs Amid Economic Slowdown? – $GS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) is to cut jobs this month after two years of the pandemic. The bank typically lays about 1% to 5% of its staff each year, and this year it plans to cuts in the lower end of that range. In July, the investment bank had warned it might slow hiring and cu...

Disney Turns Down Activist Loeb’s Call For ESPN Spin-Off – $DIS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company (DIS) chief executive Bob Chapek has rejected Daniel Loeb, a billionaire activist investor offer to sell or spin off the ESPN sports television network. In August, Loeb disclosed a stake of roughly $1 billion in Disney and announced plans to push the entertainment gi...

Visa To Include New Code Identifying Sales At U.S. Gun Stores – $V $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) announced the implementation of a new merchant category code for U.S. gun retailers, that will identify transactions at firearms stores. Recently, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) approved the creation of the merchant code after gun-control activ...

Walgreens Adds Technology Expert Hsiao Wang As New CIO – $WBA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has named technology expert Hsiao Wang as its new CIO and added IBM global chief data officer Inderpal Bhandari to its board of directors. Wang succeeds Francesco Tinto as CIO and will assume his new role on September 26, reporting to CEO Roz Brewer as a mem...

Reportedly JP Morgan In Talks To Invest In Fintech Startup Yapily – $JPM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is considering buying a stake in London-based Yapily, a financial technology startup that is looking to raise fresh funds. The banking giant is in early-stage talks with Yapily about the possibility of making an investment. Yapily is seeking to bring in the ...

Coca Cola’s Platform Services Unit To Undergo Restructuring, Chief Barry Simpson Steps Down – $KO $DIA $INVO

The Coca-Cola Company (KO) announced that Barry Simpson will step down from his role as the chief Platform Services officer on September 30 and will remain with the company as a senior advisor through February 2023. The company’s Platform Services was created in 2021, and since then Simpson, 62, h...

Musk’s Starlink Reportedly In Talks With Apple Over Satellite Messaging Feature – $TSLA $AAPL $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the CEO of Tesla (TSLA) Elon Musk has had promising talks with Apple Inc. (AAPL) about using Starlink's satellite services for the iPhone 14's emergency messaging feature, a day after the iPhone giant chose Globalstar for the task. Globalstar will build the satellites for the new feature...

Sanjiv Gossain To Lead Verizon’s EMEA Succeeding Scott Lawrence – $VZ $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Verizon Business (VZ) has named Sanjiv Gossain as Group Vice President and Head of EMEA. Sanjiv succeeds Scott Lawrence, who continues to serve in the role of Senior Vice President, Global Solutions. In his new role, Sanjiv will have overall responsibility for the company's global enter...

Goldman Hires Elizabeth Burton As Its New Adviser For Asset Management Unit – $GS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc's  (GS) asset management arm has hired Elizabeth Burton to advise its institutional clients. Burton will be a managing director and client investment strategist at the Wall Street bank's client solutions and capital markets business in New York. Burton will ...

Will The iPhone 14 To Cost More In Asian Countries? – $AAPL $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) has kept prices for its latest iPhone stable in the United States, but raised prices in some Asian countries where currencies have dropped against the dollar in the past year. Buyers of the primary iPhone 14 in Japan, where the yen dropped 24% since September will have to pa...

3M & Vomela Collaborating To Reuse Plastic Endcaps Supporting The Environment $MMM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) and Vomela, a graphics and printing company have collaborated on an amazing sustainability initiative to reuse plastic endcaps which are crucial for transit because they protect 3M’s commercial graphics film from damage during shipping.  Since the endcaps are strong and stu...

McDonald’s Increasing Support To The Chicago Community Impact Grants Program For Youth – $MCD $DIA $INVO

As per reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is set to invest in 40 Chicago-based nonprofit organizations addressing some of the city's most pressing needs for Opportunity Youth through its Chicago Community Impact Grants Program, developed in partnership with The Chicago Community Trust (the Trus...

Paul Halpern Joins As Chief Marketing Officer For JP Morgan U.S. Wealth Management – $JPM DIA $INVO

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) announced that Paul Halpern has joined as Chief Marketing Officer for U.S. Wealth Management, one of the firm’s major areas of focus for customer growth. Halpern will lead an extensive team at an important time when the business is set to launch multip...

Apple Planning To Appeal Brazil’s Ban On The Sale Of iPhones Sans Chargers – $AAPL $INVO $DIA

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is planning an appeal against the move by Brazil to ban the sale of iPhones without battery chargers, arguing that the company has helped reduce environmental waste by not including the accessory with new devices. In 2020, Apple announced it would discontinue putting ch...

Jacqueline Arthur Succeeds Bentley de Beyer To Lead Goldman Sachs HR Unit – $GS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) has appointed Jacqueline Arthur, a 15-year veteran of the bank, to run human resources starting Jan. 1.  Arthur, 45, will take over from Bentley de Beyer, who has been the bank's global head of human capital management since early 2020. Jacqueline Arthur,...

Verizon Announces Quarterly Dividend Raise – $VZ $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the Board of Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced an increase of 1.25 cents per share in its dividend from the previous quarter. The quarterly dividend of 65.25 cents per outstanding share is payable on November 1, 2022, to shareholders as of October 7, 2022. “Our consistently ...

Payment Giants Visa, Mastercard, Amex Urged By Officials To Track Gun Sales – $V $MA $AXP $DIA $INVO

As per reports, top New York City and California pension officials have asked payments processors Visa Inc. (V), Mastercard Inc (MA) , and American Express Company (AXP) to create a new tool to track suspicious gun purchases. Brad Lander, Staff for New York City Comptroller overseeing pension funds,...

Are Walmart’s Sam Club Membership Fees Getting Too Expensive? – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has increased annual fees for both tiers of its Sam's Club memberships with effect from October 17. Annual membership fees will increase to $50 from $45 for Club members, and to $110 from $100 for Plus members. The price hikes come as new brands enter the club,...

Microsoft’s & Activision Blizzard Deal Faces Scrutiny By British Regulators – $MSFT $ATVI $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Microsoft Corp.’s (MSFT) deal to buy Activision Blizzard Inc. is facing intense scrutiny by British antitrust regulators who are concerned the $69 billion acquisition could harm competition. The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority is concerned that Microsoft’s dominant pro...

Merck’s Fiona Marshall To Join Novartis As Research Head – $MRK $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) executive Fiona Marshall has been appointed as president of the Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research, effective November 1. Marshall will replace Jay Bradner, who is stepping down after seven years as research head. Marshall is currently serving as...

Honeywell Appoints Former CEO Of John Wood Group PLC To Its Board – $HON $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Honeywell (HON) has elected Robin Watson, 55, former Chief Executive Officer of John Wood Group PLC, as an independent director to its board. Prior to joining Wood, Watson was a director and senior manager at Petrofac, working in a variety of service roles and investment delivery. He...

Cisco Secures Second Position For Best Workplaces in Asia™, 2022 – $CSCO $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) has secured the number two position in the Asia list for 2022 Best Workplaces. The result is based on over 1 million survey responses across Asia and the Middle East, including the feedback of more than 4.7 million employees in the region. The results are base...

Disney In Talks To Launch Membership Program For Its Customers – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Walt Disney Company (DIS) is exploring a membership program that could offer discounts or perks to encourage customers to spend more on its streaming services, theme parks, resorts, and merchandise. The discussions at Disney are in the early stages and much was not known about how th...

Musk’s SpaceX To Launch More Astronaut Missions To International Space Station For NASA – $TSLA $SPY $INVO

Reportedly, Elon Musk's SpaceX will launch five more astronaut missions to the International Space Station for NASA at the end of the decade under a $1.4 billion contract order taking the company's total contracted missions for its Crew Dragon astronaut capsule to 14. SpaceX's NASA contract is part ...

Walgreens Acquires Majority Share Of CareCentrix – $WBA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) announced the complete acquisition of the majority share of CareCentrix, Inc., a leading independent home-centered platform that coordinates care to the home for health plans, patients, and providers. The partnership enhances Walgreens trusted health servi...

India’s Serum Institute & Aspen Enter Deal Utilizing Latter’s Idle COVID-19 Vaccine Unit – $JNJ $DIA

As per reports, Aspen Pharmacare has signed a deal with the Serum Institute of India to manufacture and sell four Aspen-branded vaccines for Africa, as it seeks to utilize its near-idle COVID-19 vaccine production lines in eastern South Africa. Aspen was under a contract with Johnson & Johnson ...

Alethia Jackson Named Senior VP, ESG & Chief DEI Officer For Walgreens – $WBA $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Alethia Jackson has been named senior vice president, environmental, social, and governance (ESG), and chief diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) officer for the U.S. Jackson will report to the executive vice president, and global chief human resources officer, Holly May, Walgreens Boo...

Apple’s Chief Privacy Officer Jane Horvath Leaving To Work At A Law Firm- $AAPL $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) Inc's Chief Privacy Officer Jane Horvath will be leaving the company soon to work at a law firm, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. Horvath, who joined Apple in 2011, was reportedly hired to formalize privacy practices after the 2011 "locationgate" scandal, in which iPhones w...

U.S Major Goldman Sachs To Lift COVID Protocols Except For NY & Lima Offices – $GS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) to lift pandemic-era protocols at its offices effective Sept. 6. The new protocols will allow employees to enter the company's Americas offices regardless of vaccination status, except in New York City and Lima. However, the New York City employees are stil...

Nike Announces Q1 September Release Date – $NKE $DIA $INVO

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is to release its first quarter fiscal 2023 financial results on Thursday, September 29, 2022, at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT, after market trading hours. The news release will be followed by a conference call beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT to review the results by NIKE, I...

Disney Cruise Line Eases Covid Protocols For Passengers – $DIS $DIA $INVO

As per reports, The Walt Disney Co.'s (DIS) Disney Cruise Line has dropped the mandatory Covid-19 tests prior to sailing. Beginning September 23, fully vaccinated passengers on the Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy and Disney Wish no longer will need to provide a Covid-19 test prior to sai...

Taiwan’s China Airlines Places Orders For Boeing 787s In A $4.6B Deal – $BA DIA $INVO

As per reports, Taiwan's China Airlines Ltd informed it would buy 16 Boeing Co 787 widebody planes to replace its aging fleet of Airbus A330s. China Airlines informed that the 787s would allow it to phase out its fleet of 22 older A330s. The orders for the 787-9 version include options for eight mor...

Boeing Announces Deal With UPS For Eight Additional 767s Freighters – $BA $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Boeing (BA) announced that it has received an order from UPS for eight more 767 Freighters. The additional orders will increase UPS's 767 Freighter fleet to 108 airplanes, enabling Boeing to further modernize and sustainably grow its fleet. Air cargo continues to play a significant ...

Walmart Offers To Acquire Remaining 47% Of Johannesburg Stock Exchange Listed Massmart Shares – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has launched a 6.4 billion rand ($377.6 million) offer for the 47% of Massmart shares it does not already own. If approved by shareholders, the retailer would be delisted from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Since acquiring majority control over Massmart in 20...

Netflix Rolling Out $7-$9 Per Month Ad-Supported Subscription – $NFLX $INVO

As per reports, Netflix Inc. (NFLX) is planning to charge about $7 to $9 per month for its new advertising-supported subscription plan. The budget-friendly option is to be introduced in the year's final three months across at least half a dozen geographies. However, the full rollout may have to wait...

Disney Star Bags Right To Broadcast ICC Events In India For Next Five Years – $DIS $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Disney Star will broadcast International Cricket Council (ICC) events in India after bagging the digital rights to both men's and women's global competitions through to the end of 2027. The tender, bidding, and evaluation process began in June. "We are delighted to continue to partner w...

Walmart’s Starts Testing Its Electric Delivery Vehicles In Dallas – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has begun deploying the Canoo vans in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex area for deliveries to Walmart+ in-home service customers to test their configuration before an anticipated nationwide rollout in 2023. In mid-July, Walmart entered an agreement with Canoo to...

Did Merck Stalls Seagen Acquisition Over Price Agreement? – $MRK $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.(MRK) talks to buy cancer-drug maker Seagen Inc. has been put on hold for now as the companies have failed to agree on a price, as per sources. In 2020, Merck invested in Seagen as part of a drug partnership and has already tested some of Seagen’s drugs in combinat...

Salesforce Schedules Annual Investor Day – $CRM $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, the global leader in CRM, Salesforce (CRM) announced that it will hold its annual Investor Day on Wednesday, Sept. 21 beginning at 1:00 p.m. (PT) / 4:00 p.m. (ET). The live broadcast and on-demand replay can be reached at http://www.salesforce.com/investorday2022 and at www.salesforce....

Boeing To Expand Investments In India – $BA $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Boeing (BA) plans to build on its existing investments in India in defense supply chains and manufacturing areas. The company was offering its F/A-18 fighter jet for sale to India's armed forces and informed the selection of the plane would help boost investments in the country's def...

Cisco’s Board Increases To 12 Members With The Appointment Of Sarah Rae Murphy – $CSCO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) has appointed Sarah Rae Murphy to its board of directors effective immediately, with Cisco's board size increasing to 12 members. Murphy's broad executive leadership experience in finance, operations, innovation, and transformation is expected to bring an a...

Salesforce Lowers Annual Forecast, Announces Share Buyback – $CRM $DIA $INVO

Salesforce (CRM) reported its quarterly earnings, cutting its annual revenue and profit forecasts over "measured" spending from clients and a hit from a stronger dollar, pushing its shares down. The company announced a stock repurchase of up to $10 billion, its first-ever buyback. Salesforce's seco...

McDonalds Appoints Jon Banner As Its Chief Impact Officer – $MCD $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) has appointed Jon Banner as its new Executive Vice President and Global Chief Impact Officer, reporting directly to CEO, Chris Kempczinski and serving the company's Global Senior Leadership Team, effective September 6. Prior to joining the burger giant, J...

Visa Token Service (VTS) Outpaces Total Number Of Physical Cards In Circulation – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Payments giant Visa Inc. (V) has issued over 4 billion network tokens worldwide through its security technology Visa Token Service (VTS), outpacing the total number of its physical cards in circulation. VTS replaces 16-digit Visa account numbers with a token that only Visa can unlock, pr...

Global Tech Leader Cisco Approves Quarterly Cash Dividend Payable October 26- $CSCO $INVO $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $.38 per common share, payable on October 26, 2022, to all stockholders as of October 5, 2022. Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is a global technology leader that designs, manufactures, and sells Internet Protoco...

Jennifer Mann To Succeed As The President For North America Operating Unit Of Coca-Cola – $KO $DIA $INVO

As per reports, Jennifer Mann is to succeed Alfredo Riveraas as the Coca-Cola Company (KO) president for North America operating unit effective Jan. 1, 2023. Alfredo Rivera, 61 who will step down on Dec. 31 has led the North America operating unit since August 2020 and will continue with the beverag...

Home Depot CEO Ted Decker To Replace Craig Menear As Chair – $HD $INVO $DIA

As per reports, The Home Depot (HD) announced that Edward "Ted" Decker, CEO & President has been elected as chair of the board, effective Oct. 1, 2022, succeeding Craig Menear, who will retire as chair effective Sept. 30, 2022. Decker, a 22-year veteran of The Home Depot, joined the company in...

Home Depot Announces Q2 Cash Dividend & $15B Share Repurchase Plan- $HD $INVO $DIA

Reportedly, the board of The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) announced a second quarter cash dividend of $1.90 per share,  payable on September 15, 2022. The dividend is payable to shareholders as of September 1, 2022. The board also authorized a new $15 billion share repurchase program, replacing its prev...

P&G To Introduce Bamboo-Based Environment Friendly Toilet Paper In 2022 – $PG $INVO $DIA

As per reports, Procter & Gamble Company is developing bamboo-based toilet paper to reduce its reliance on wood pulp, as the consumer giant is under mounting pressure from environmental groups. The company disclosed that it has developed a new Charmin Ultra Eco product made from bamboo fibers an...

Cisco Recently Beat Wall Street’s Q4 Earnings Estimates Despite Supply Chain Hurdles- $CSCO $INVO $DIA

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) gave a positive forecast for first-quarter sales as a COVID-19 recovery in China eased supply chain snags and met the demand for networking hardware. Adjusted earnings for the company came in at 83 cents per share for the fourth quarter, down 1% from a year earlier. Revenu...

Walgreens Offering Flu Shots Nationwide For Ages 3 & Above – $WBA $INVO $DIA

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) is now offering flu shots for people aged 3 years and up at nearly 9,000 store locations nationwide to help reduce the spread of vaccine-preventable illnesses in communities. A recent rise in flu cases in the Southern Hemisphere is an alarming sign that ...

Diversified Health & Well-Being Co. UnitedHealth Group Announces Quarterly Dividend – $UNH $ATOS $INVO $DIA

Reportedly, the board of the UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) announced a cash dividend of $1.65 per share, payable on September 20, 2022. The dividend is payable to common stock shareholders as of September 12, 2022. Dow 30 component UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) operates as a div...

Walgreens Sells 11 Million Shares Of Option Care Health, Decreasing Stake $WBA $OPCH $DIA

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) announced that it has sold 11.0 million shares of Option Care Health, Inc. (OPCH) common stock in an underwritten secondary offering. After the sale, Walgreens Boots Alliance’s ownership of Option Care Health’s common stock decreased from approximate...

Apple Suppliers Preparing To Introduce Vietnam As Its Latest Production Unit – $AAPL $INVO $DIA

As per reports, Apple Inc's (AAPL) suppliers are in talks to produce the Apple Watch and MacBook in Vietnam for the first time. Apple's Chinese suppliers Luxshare Precision Industry and iPhone assembler Foxconn have started test production of the Apple Watch and MacBook in Northern Vietnam. The iPho...

Walmart Recently Beat Wall Street’s Quarterly Estimates – $WMT $DIA $INVO

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) exceeded second-quarter earnings reporting adjusted earnings of $1.77 per share versus $1.78 a year earlier. Revenue grew 8.4% to $152.9 billion. Analysts predicted Walmart's earnings to drop 9% to $1.62 per share. "The actions we've taken to improve inventory...

Home Depot Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Reaffirms Guidance – $HD $DIA

Reportedly, The Home Depot, Inc.'s (HD) second-quarter earnings beat estimates and management reaffirmed guidance, even as unsold inventory stack up. The home improvement retailer exceeded quarterly earnings estimates since the first quarter of 2020 and hasn't missed revenue predictions since Q3 201...

Apple Mandates Employees To Return To Office Starting On Sep 5th – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) announced its corporate employees to return to the office at least three days a week starting September 5. As per the new plan, employees are required to work from the office on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and a regular third day that will be determined by individual teams. T...

Nike’s Jordan Brand Enters 20-Year Partnership With Howard University – $NKE $DIA

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) Jordan brand announced a 20-year partnership with Howard University aimed to create academic and athletic opportunities elevating the best of the Black community. The partnership is tied to Michael Jordan and the Jordan brand’s $100 million commitment to racial equ...

Home Depot Links With ‘BDR’ Supporting Supplier Diversity – $HD $DIA

Reportedly, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) has joined the Billion Dollar Roundtable Inc. (BDR), a nonprofit organization that promotes supplier diversity excellence and best practices. The BDR consists of U.S.-based corporations that spend $1 billion or more annually with minority and woman-owned supplie...

McDonalds In Talks To Reopen Restaurants In Ukraine – $MCD $DIA

As per reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) to soon reopen its restaurants in Ukraine even as the conflict with Russia continues. However, the fast-food giant did not specify how many outlets it plans to reopen. Previously it had 109 restaurants in Ukraine. It plans to begin restaurant reopenings...

Intel Announces New Member To Its Board Of Directors – $INTC $DIA

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) recently announced that 62-year-old Lip Bu Tan, executive chairman of Cadence Design Systems Inc., chairman of Walden International, and founding managing partner of Celesta Capital and Walden Catalyst Ventures, will join Intel’s board of directors, effecti...

3M To Pay Third-Quarter Dividend On Sep 12 -$MMM $INVO $DIA

Reportedly, the board 3M (MMM) to pay a third-quarter dividend of $1.49 per share on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable on Sept. 12, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Aug. 22, 2022.   3M (MMM) is a global science company that seems to...

J&J To Discontinue Selling Its Talc-Based Baby Powder Globally – $JNJ $INVO $ATOS $DIA

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) announced that it plans to globally discontinue selling its talc-based baby powder in 2023, almost more than two years after it ended U.S. sales of the product amid thousands of consumer safety lawsuits. "As part of a worldwide portfolio assessment, we ha...

MacBook Assembler Quanta Computer Profits Drop Amid Shanghai Unit Disruptions – $AAPL $DIA $SPY

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) MacBook assembler Quanta Computer Inc. reported declining profits amid Covid disruptions at its Shanghai campus. Net income stood at NT$3.96 billion ($132 million), down by 50%. Sales stood at NT$270.5 billion, versus the average analyst estimate of NT$258.4 billi...

J.P. Morgan Acquires Global Shares, A leading Cloud-Based Provider Of Share Plan Management Software – $JPM $INVO $DIA

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has completed the acquisition of Global Shares, a leading cloud-based provider of share plan management software. The acquisition will make J.P. Morgan an industry-leading provider of innovative employee ownership solutions to private and public companies gl...

Coca-Cola HBC Reports Losses Due To Suspension Of Russian Operations – $HKO $DUA

As per reports, Coca-Cola HBC AG informed that it incurred a one-time hit of 190 million euros ($195.36 million) in the first half due to costs related to its business in Russia after it halt the sale of Coca-Cola drinks in the country following the Ukraine war. Coca-Cola holds more than a 20% stake...

Disney Recently Crushed Q3 Earnings Estimates – $DIA $DIS

As per reports, Disney (DIS) exceeded market estimates for fiscal third-quarter earnings, revenue, and subscribers. The entertainment giant also announced plans for an ad-supported Disney+, with a 38% price hike for the ad-free version. Disney earnings increased 36% vs. a year earlier to $1.09 a sha...

Walmart In Close Talks With Media Giants On Streaming Deal – $WMT $DIA $DIS

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is in talks with media companies about including streaming entertainment in its membership service. Executives from Paramount, Walt Disney Co (DIS), and Comcast Corp, which operate several major streaming services, have in recent weeks spoken with the U.S. ret...

Boeing Recently Delivered Its First 787 Dreamliner Since 2021 – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) recently made the first delivery of its 787 Dreamliner, since May 2021, to American Airlines marking a milestone for the planemaker. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had cleared the way for the delivery of the first plane after Boeing halted deliveries in May 2021 af...

Low J&J Vaccine Demand Forces Production Halt At S.Africa’s Aspen Unit – $JNJ $DIA

Reportedly, South Africa's Aspen Pharmacare will stop making COVID-19 vaccines from the end of this month due to a lack of orders. Aspen currently produces vaccines for Johnson & Johnson. In March, it struck a deal to produce, price, and sell its own-brand version of the shot for African market...

Could Musk’s Recent Sale Of $6.9B Tesla Shares Be A Sign Of A Potential Twitter Deal? – $TSLA $TWTR $SPY $QQQ

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA) CEO, Elon Musk recently sold $6.9 billion worth of his Tesla shares. Some analysts and investors are suggesting that this recent move might be implying that these funds could be used to finance the outstanding and highly publicized Twitter (TWTR)  deal if the EV giant loses...

Mathai Mammen Exits As Executive VP, Pharmaceuticals, R&D, Johnson & Johnson – $JNJ $DIA $IBB

As per reports, Mathai Mammen, M.D., Ph.D., has decided to leave his position as Executive Vice President, Pharmaceuticals, R&D, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and pursue other opportunities outside of the Company. Dr. Mammen joined Johnson & Johnson in 2017 as Global Head of Janssen R&D. W...

Walmart Announces Release date Of Q2 Earnings – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. is to release its second-quarter earnings results at 6 a.m. CDT on Aug. 16 followed by a live conference call with the Investment Community at 7 a.m. CDT to discuss the company’s results. The call will be hosted by Doug McMillon, president and chief executive o...

Amgen Releases Earnings For June Quarter – Reduces 2022 Revenue Projections – $AMGN $DIA

Amgen (AMGN) reported quarterly earnings this week, reporting adjusted earnings at 163% higher to $4.65 a share, and exceeding expectations for $4.39. Overall sales inched 1% ahead during the June quarter, to $6.59 billion.  Sales of Amgen's medicines increased 3% versus the same three months last...

Amgen’s Acquisition Of ChemoCentryx To Add Potential Blockbuster Drug To Its List – $AMGN $CCXI $ATOS $DIA

As per reports, Amgen Inc is to acquire ChemoCentryx Inc for $3.7 billion to gain access to a potential blockbuster treatment, Tavneos for inflammatory disorders. The U.S drug maker is to pay $52 in cash for each share of ChemoCentryx. Approved last year, Tavneos is used to treat patients with vasc...

Beaverton, Oregon-based Nike To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Oct 3 – $NKE $INVO $DIA

Reportedly, the board of NIKE, Inc. (NKE) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.305 per share on Common Stock (Class A and Class B) to stockholders as of September 6, 2022. The dividend will be paid on October 3, 2022.   NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is the world’s top designer, marketer, and dist...

Walmart Announces Job Cut In Corporate Roles As A Part Of Restructuring Effort – $WMT $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is cutting hundreds of corporate roles as a part of its restructuring effort. Around 200 jobs are being cut, Walmart notified employees in its Bentonville, Arkansas headquarters and other corporate offices of its restructuring move. "We're updating our structu...

Salesforce To Host Second-Quarter Conference Call On Aug 24 – $CRM $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Salesforce  (CRM) is to release its second quarter fiscal year 2023 results on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022, after the close of the market, followed by a conference call at 2:00 p.m. (PT) / 5:00 p.m. (ET) to discuss its financial results with the investment community. Interested parties ca...

Cisco’s Q4 Earnings Release Scheduled for Aug. 17th – $CSCO $DIA

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) has scheduled a conference call for Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at 1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET) to announce its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2022 financial results for the period ending Saturday, July 30, 2022. Web & Call Details: Dial-In: 888-848-650...

Michael V. Drake Appointed To The Board Of Amgen – $AMGN $ATOS $IBB $XBI

Reportedly, Amgen (AMGN) announced the appointment of Michael V. Drake, M.D., to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Dr. Drake will also serve as a member of the Board's Corporate Responsibility and Compliance Committee and its Governance and Nominating Committee.  Following the appointm...

Dow 30 Component Amgen To Pay Q3 Dividend On Sep 8th – $AMGN $DIA

As per reports, the board of Dow 30 component Amgen (AMGN) declared a $1.94 per share dividend for Q3 2022, payable on September 8, 2022. The dividend is payable to all shareholders as of August 18, 2022. Vista Partners LLC (”Vista”) is a California Registered Investment Advisor based in San Fr...

Salesforce Announces Date For The Release Of Q2/2023 Earnings – $CRM $DIA

Reportedly, Salesforce (CRM) announced to release its second quarter fiscal year 2023 results on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022, after the close of the market, followed by a conference call at 2:00 p.m. (PT) / 5:00 p.m. (ET) to discuss its financial results with the investment community. Interested parti...

Brian Rice To Join As Executive VP & Global Chief Information Officer Of McDonald’s – $MCD $DIA

Reportedly, Brian Rice is joining McDonald's (MCD) as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer, effective August 31 reporting directly to CEO, Chris Kempczinski, and will serve on our Global Senior Leadership Team. Rice has diverse experience leading enterprise technology team...

Chevron & Brightmark Complete First Delivery Of Their Renewable Natural Gas Via The Athena Project – $CVX $DIA

Reportedly, Brightmark and Chevron Corporation (CVX) completed the first delivery of renewable natural gas produced at the Athena Project, a part of their previously announced partnership to own project companies across the U.S. to produce and market renewable natural gas. Brightmark RNG Holdings L...

Visa Launches Its Suite Of Sustainability-Focused Solutions ‘Visa Eco Benefits’ – $V $DIA

Reportedly,  Visa (V) is to launch its suite of sustainability-focused solutions, Visa Eco Benefits in the Asia Pacific. A suite of sustainability-focused solutions, Eco Benefits will help Visa cardholders across the region better understand the environmental impact of their day-to-day payments, al...

Oil Giant Chevron Reports Strong Quarter Figures Built On Strong Fuel Margins & High Prices – $CVX $DIA

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) reported strong quarterly figures reporting a net profit of $11.6 billion, or $5.95 per share, more than triple the $3.1 billion, or $1.60 per share, compared to the same period last year. Chevron's average U.S. sales price for a barrel of crude oil and natu...

Caterpillar Misses Quarterly Estimates Amid Supply Chain Issues & Russia-Ukraine Conflict – $CAT $DIA

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) missed quarterly estimates reportedly due to supply-chain issues and suspension of its Russia operations, while its operating margin shrank owing to elevated freight and labor costs. Sales in Europe, Africa, and Middle East regions fell about 3% to about $3 billio...

Home Depot Schedules Release Of Q2 Earnings For Aug. 16- $HD $DIA

Reportedly, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) announced to hold its Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call on at 9 a.m. ET, on Tuesday, August 16. A webcast of the event can be reached at http://ir.homedepot.com/events-and-presentations under the icon Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call.   The...

Amgen To Report Second Quarter Earnings On Aug 4 – $AMGN $DIA

As per reports, Amgen (AMGN) announced that it will report its second quarter financial results on Thursday, August 4, 2022, after trading closes. The announcement will be followed by a conference call with the investment community at 2:00 p.m. PT. Participating in the call from Amgen will be Robe...

Pampers, Pantene, & Tide Maker P&G Posts Mixed Quarterly Results & Guidance – $PG $DIA

Reportedly, Procter & Gamble Company (PG) reported mixed quarterly results as the consumer products giant faced rising commodity costs and warned that it expects such headwinds to continue in its fiscal 2023. The Cincinnati-based maker of products including Pampers, Pantene, and Tide reported ad...

Apple Posts Quarterly Revs & Earnings Beat Despite Inflation Fears & Lockdowns – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) beat its Q3 earnings estimates reporting revenue of $83 billion despite fears of rising inflation. The iPhone maker is contending with a number of problems including rising inflation hitting consumers and COVID lockdowns in China hitting sales and production in the country....

Intel’s Q2 Earnings Disappoint Resulting In Lower Outlook – $INTC $DIA

Recently, Chipmaker Intel Corporation (INTC) missed the Street's Q2 estimates and cut its outlook for the full year. The company earned an adjusted 29 cents a share on sales of $15.3 billion in the June quarter, analysts expected earnings of 69 cents a share on sales of $17.94 billion. On a year-ove...

McDonalds Schedules Quarterly Cash Dividend Payable September 16, 2022- $MCD $DIA

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation Board of Directors announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.38 per share of common stock payable on September 16, 2022, to shareholders as of September 1, 2022. McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is the leading global foodservice retailer with nearly 37,000 loc...

Atossa Therapeutics Completed Part C Dosing In Phase 1/2a Study of AT-H201 in Healthy Volunteers – $ATOS $XBI $IBB

RADIATION INDUCED LUNG INJURY (RILI) is damage to the lungs caused by ionizing radiation administered to treat cancer. RILI is a significant issue for patients undergoing radiation treatment for various forms of cancer and is often irreversible. For instance, RILI affects 30-40% of lung cancer pati...

Merck’s Quarterly Earnings Beat Estimates Riding Blockbuster Cancer Drug Keytruda Revenues – $MRK $DIA $ATOS

Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) reported higher-than-expected Q2 earnings and revenue on strong sales of its blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda. Merck reported earnings of $4.74B in the quarter, or $1.87 a share, compared with $1.55 billion, or 61 cents a share, a year earlier. Analysts on average were ex...

Verizon Ties With Disney Offering Free 6-Months Of Disney+ To Prepaid Unlimited Plans – $VZ $DIS $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is offering Disney+ to prepaid wireless customers free for six months when they activate or upgrade to Prepaid Unlimited plans. Verizon has already offered a six-month-free deal to customers on qualifying postpaid unlimited plans. Now it’s extending th...

Highlights From Microsoft’s Fiscal Quarterly Earnings – $MSFT $DIA

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) missed analyst expectations for its fiscal fourth quarter, blaming unfavorable foreign exchange rates and weak PC sales.  Highlights for the Quarter Ended June 30: Microsoft earned $2.23 a share on sales of $51.9 billion in the quarter ended June 30. The analyst es...

Visa Beats Quarterly Estimates Riding Summer Travel Boom Across United States – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) beat estimates for quarterly profit as consumer spending increased and a summer travel boom across much of the United States translated into higher card spending. The world's largest payments processor raked in higher revenue as payment volumes jumped 12% during the third q...

Merck To Pay Q4 2022 Dividend On Oct 7, 2022 – $MRK $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, the board of Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has announced a quarterly dividend of $.69 per share of the company’s common stock for the fourth quarter of 2022. Payment will be made on Oct. 7, 2022, to stockholders as of Sept. 15, 2022.   Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is a global...

3M Releases Quarterly Earnings & Announces PubCo. Spin Off Of Its Healthcare Unit – $MMM $DIA

  Reportedly, 3M (MMM) announced spinning off its health-care business into a separate publicly traded company, focussing on wound and oral care, health-care IT and biopharma filtration, and material science company, which includes products like bandages, skin adhesives, oral aligners,...

Coca-Cola Reports Strong Quarter Driven By Higher Sales & Pricing * Increases Guidance – $KO $DIA

As per reports, Coca-Cola Company (KO) quarterly earnings exceeded estimates as the beverage giant’s sales at restaurants, theatres, and other venues revived from the pandemic. The company also raised prices to manage higher costs on freight, high fructose corn syrup, and aluminum. The beverage g...

McDonald’s Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates * Net Sales Hurt By Closure In Russian & Ukraine Restaurants – $MCD $DIA

McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) quarterly earnings exceeded estimates as price hikes helped offset higher costs and restaurant closures in Ukraine and Russia. Quarter Highlights: The burger giant reported adjusted earnings per share of $2.55 for the second quarter. Revenue stood at $5.72 billi...

Bellwether Co. Walmart Lowers Profit Forecast As Consumer Behavior Changes Amid Rising Food & Fuel Prices – $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) cut its quarterly and full-year profit guidance weeks ahead of its earnings report, as inflation is causing shoppers to reportedly spend more on necessities such as food and less on items like clothing and electronics. The shift in spending has left more items ...

Travelers Acquires Tops Score On Disability Equality Index (DEI) For 5th Consecutive Year – $TRV $DIA

Reportedly, Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) has earned a top score on the Disability Equality Index® (DEI) and maintained its distinction as the Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion for the fifth consecutive year. Administered by Disability, IN and the American Association of People with Dis...

Intel To Produce MediaTek Designed Chips Expanding Its Foundry Business – $INTC $DIA $AMZN $QCOM

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) is set to produce chips for Taiwan’s MediaTek Inc, one of the world's largest chip design firms. The manufacturing arrangement is one of Intel's most significant deals since it launched its so-called foundry business early last year. A foundry business buil...

Tesla’s New Factory Outside of Berlin Exceeded 1,000 Cars Per Week In June – $TSLA $SPY

Tesla (TSLA) released quarterly earnings, reporting adjusted earnings per share of $2.27 versus the $1.81 expected, and revenue of $16.93 billion was reported versus $17.1 billion expected. Automotive gross margin came in at 27.9%, down from 32.9% last quarter and 28.4% a year ago, and was hit by in...

Virginia International Terminals Taps Verizon For Private 5G Network – $VZ $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon Business (VZ) has entered an agreement with Virginia International Terminals, LLC (VIT) to build a private 5G Ultra Wideband network at one of The Port Of Virginia’s main container terminals. The deal is Verizon Business’ second with a major international port and its first w...

AmEx Exceeds Q2 Estimates As Card Member Spending Jumped, Boosts Outlook – $AXP $DIA

As per reports, American Express (AXP) reported their Q2 earnings and exceeded market estimates as card member spending jumped 30% over the year on a foreign currency-adjusted basis, as global travel and entertainment purchases bounced back. The credit card giant reported earnings of $2.57 per shar...

Verizon Lowers Yearly Guidance Amid Disappointing Subscriber Growth – $VZ $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) reported June-quarter adjusted earnings that missed estimates as it added fewer postpaid wireless phone subscribers than expected. For the quarter, Verizon earnings came in at $1.31 a share, excluding items, and revenue increased 3% to $33.8 billion, bea...

John Murphy To Succeed Brian Smith As President Of Coca-Cola Company – $KO $DIA

As per reports, John Murphy will become president and CFO, of Coca-Cola Company (KO) effective October 1. Murphy, who currently serves as executive vice president and CFO, will add the president role following the retirement of Brian Smith. Smith, 66, has served as president and COO since 2019 and w...

Coca Cola Announces Quarterly Dividend Payable On Oct. 3, 2022- $KO $DIA

Reportedly, the board of  Coca-Cola Company announced a dividend of 44 cents per common share. The dividend is payable to the company's shareholders as of Sept. 16, 2022. The dividend is payable on Oct. 3, 2022.   Dow 30 Component, The Coca-Cola Company (KO), is the largest total beverage ...

Travelers Reported A Profit Drop Due To High Catastrophe Claims & Low ROI – $TRV $DIA

Property and casualty insurer Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) released quarterly earnings reporting a nearly 29% fall in quarterly profits. {robots reportedly suffered due to higher catastrophe-related claims and lower returns on its investments. The company's core income reduced to $625 million, or...

Boeing Invests In AEI HorizonX’s Second Venture Fund Targeting Aerospace Tech Startups- $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Boeing Co (BA) is set to invest $50M in AEI HorizonX, expanding a partnership established with private equity firm AE Industrial Partners to invest in aerospace technology startups. The new funding will anchor AEI HorizonX's second venture fund (Fund II), which plans to raise $250 millio...

Goldman Appoints Australia’s Former Treasurer As Senior Adviser For Asia Pacific Region- $GS $DIA

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) has appointed Australia's former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg as the bank's senior regional adviser for the Asia Pacific region. Frydenberg led Australia's economic response to COVID-19 in the previous Liberal-National coalition government, including planning ...

UnitedHealth Beats Quarterly Estimates Building On 5 ‘Growth Pillars’ – $UNH $DIA

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated's (UNH) quarterly earnings exceeded estimates with adjusted earnings increasing 18.5% versus a year earlier to $5.57 per share, and 36 cents ahead of estimates. Revenue grew 12.6% to $80.33 billion, clearing estimates of $79.68 billion. "Customers are res...

Verizon Enters $400M Modernization Global Data Bandwidth Contract With FBI – $VZ $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon's (VZ) Public Sector team has signed up for Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions task order with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for over $400 million to help the agency meet increasing demands for data bandwidth around the globe successfully.  Verizon’s EIS task ord...

J&J Lowers Annual Profit Forecast As Dollar Strengthens – $JNJ $DIA

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) cut its full-year adjusted profit and sales forecast due to a hit from a stronger dollar, even though the company's pharmaceuticals unit boosted its second-quarter profit. The company's largest unit, pharmaceuticals have helped the company offset the blow...

IBM Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates – $IBM $DIA

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation's (IBM) second-quarter results exceeded expectations reporting adjusted earnings of $2.31 a share on revenue of $15.5 billion, beating analysts' estimates of $2.27 on revenue of $15.1 billion. Revenue jumped 9% from the year-ago quarter and...

Johnson & Johnson’s Executive VP, General Counsel Michael Ullmann To Retire – $JNJ $DIA

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) announced the retirement of Michael Ullman, Executive VP, General Counsel at the end of this year with 33 years of leadership and service to the Company. Effective October 17, 2022, Ullmann will be succeeded by Elizabeth (Liz) Forminard having an exceptional e...

Delta Air Lines Orders 100 Boeing 737 MAX 10 Planes (~$13.5B)- $BA $DAL $DIA

Reportedly, Delta Air Lines is to buy 100 Boeing (BA) 737 MAX 10 jets worth about $13.5 billion at list prices with options to buy another 30. The U.S. carrier Delta, which made the announcement at the Farnborough Airshow, informed us it would start taking MAX 10 deliveries in 2025. Delta previously...

Goldman Sachs Reports Q2 Declining Profits – $GS $DIA

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. reported a profit drop of 47% in the second quarter, depicting the end of a pandemic-era boom in Wall Street deal activity. The bank earned $2.93 billion, down from $5.49 billion a year ago. Earnings per share of $7.73 exceeded the $6.56 a share estimate. Re...

Disney’s Sports Streaming Platform ESPN+ Raises Subscription Fee – $DIS

As per reports, Disney's (DIS) sports streaming platform ESPN+ subscription will now cost $9.99 per month, and the annual subscription will go up to $99.99 from $69.99, as the streaming giant has increased its monthly subscription fee by $3 a month, reporting a 43% hike. Starting, on August 23 the ...

IBM’s Red Hat Names Matt Hicks As Its New CEO – $IBM $DIA

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporations' (IBM) subsidiary software company, Red Hat has named Matt Hicks, head of products and technologies, as its new leader, solidifying a bet that hybrid-cloud offerings will boost the company’s growth. Hicks takes over as the software unit’s ...

Jill McDonald To Rejoin McDonalds Leading Its International Operations – $MCD $KO $DIA

Reportedly, Jill McDonald is set to return to McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) starting Sept. 5 as executive vice president and president of owned international markets, overseeing the company’s wholly owned international operations. She will step down as CEO of Coca-Cola-owned British coffeehouse c...

Intel Announces Common Stock Dividend Date – $INTC $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Intel Corporation (INTC) announced a quarterly dividend of $.365 per share payable on September 1, 2022. The dividend is payable to all common stockholders as of August 7, 2022.   Intel Corporation (INTC) seeks to expand the boundaries of technology to provide the m...

Netflix To Include Ads Powered By Microsoft Technology – $MSFT $NFLX $QQQ $DIA

Reportedly, Netflix (NFLX) is working with Microsoft (MSFT) to deliver its upcoming ads, in a new subscription offering that marks a major change for Netflix. Recently, Netflix had been rumored to be adding commercials into its streaming service, and allowing people to pay less if they are subjected...

JP Morgan Q2 Earnings Fall Below Estimates, Halts Buybacks – $JPM $DIA

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co's (JPM) earnings fell short of analyst expectations as the bank built reserves for bad loans by $428 million, and suspended share buybacks. Second-Quarter Highlights: Earnings per share of $2.76 were reported versus $2.88 expected. Managed revenue stood at ...

Nike & Fanatics Expanding Partnership Starting Summer 2024 – $NKE $DIA

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE)  is expanding its relationship with Fanatics Brands, the company’s in-house apparel and manufacturing division. The expansion will make the brand the licensee for Nike fan apparel and headwear for a select group of leading colleges and universities, starting summ...

Boeing’s Record Deliveries Of 51 Airplanes In June – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Boeing Co (BA) recorded delivery of 51 airplanes in June to bring its first-half tally to 216 jets, up 38% from the same period last year. June's deliveries exceeded the 50 thresholds for the first time since March 2019 and included 43 Boeing 737 MAX, which is still recovering from a nea...

P&G Announces Quarterly Dividend Payable August 15, 2022 – $PG $DIA

As per reports, the Board of the Procter & Gamble Company (PG) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.9133 per share on the Common Stock and on the Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock payable on or after August 15, 2022, to shareholders as of July 22, 2022.   The...

Amgen’s Lumakras/Immunotherapy Combo Data Results Decision Due Aug 7 – $AMGN $DIA

Reportedly, early trial data on Amgen Inc's (AMGN) Lumakras was released by the World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC), but it has been decided that it will hold until Aug. 7 by the meeting organizers from a highly anticipated study in combination with drugs that help the immune system attack cancer...

Tech Giant Microsoft To Cut Jobs Amid Realignment Of Business Groups & Roles – $MSFT $DIA

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) has cut some jobs as it realigned business groups and roles after the close of its fiscal year on June 30. The technology giant plans to keep hiring for other roles and finish the current fiscal year with an increased headcount. The layoffs, affecting less than 1% of th...

Walmart Purchasing 4,500 Electric Vehicles From Canoo – $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is collaborating with American automotive startup, Canoo Inc. to purchase 4,500 electric vehicles nearing its goal to attain net-zero emissions by the year 2040. The deal further includes Canoo's fully electric Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle, the production of whic...

Disney To Feature Korean Pop Band BTS Documentary Series On Its Streaming Services – $DIS

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company (DIS) announced that it is featuring a documentary series and concert featuring K-pop band BTS on the company's streaming services. The series "BTS Monuments: Beyond the Star" is expected to debut next year and will include footage and music of the South Korean group ...

Honeywell Ventures Joins Select Group Investing In Electric Hydrogen – $HON $DIA

Reportedly, Honeywell  (HON) announced that its venture arm that invests in early-stage, high-growth companies, Honeywell Ventures has contributed to Electric Hydrogen's Series B round financing. Honeywell joins a select group of investors and banks to bring the total funding for the round to $198M...

Japan’s ANA Orders 20 Boeing 737 MAX Jets – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Japanese airline ANA Holdings Inc. has finalized an order for 20 Boeing (BA) 737 MAX jets first announced in January 2019, which also includes the option for another 10 of the narrowbody type. The carrier informed it would switch two of the 20 777-9 passenger planes it has on order to th...

Social Media Giant Twitter Suing Elon Musk Over Withdrawal Of $44B Acquisition – $TWTR $TSLA $SPY

As per reports, Twitter Inc. (TWTR) has hired U.S. law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz LLP to sue Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk for not completing the $44 billion acquisition of the social media giant. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, terminated the deal saying that Twitter had failed to provide in...

Disneyland’s Social Media Accounts Hacked? – $DIS $DIA

Reportedly, Disneyland (DIS) Resort's Facebook and Instagram accounts were hacked earlier on Thursday with a number of inappropriate posts that were subsequently taken down, the company informed.  "We worked quickly to remove the reprehensible content, secure our accounts, and our security teams a...

Digital Payment Giant Visa Announces Release Date Of Q3 Earnings On July 26 – $V $DIA

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) has scheduled the release of its fiscal Q3 2022, financial results on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The company’s executive management team will host a live audio webcast beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss and review the results. After the market closes, Vi...

Is Boeing Going To Cancel 737 MAX 10 Aviation Week Amid Regulatory Issues? – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Boeing's (BA) Chief Executive Dave Calhoun informed that the planemaker could be forced to cancel the 737 Max 10 over potential regulatory issues. The aerospace giant has a December deadline to win approval for the 737 MAX 10 (the largest member of its best-selling single-aisle airplane ...

Intel To Release Q2 Earnings On July 28 – $INTC $DIA

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) is set to announce its second-quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, July 28, 2022, soon after the market closes, followed by an earnings conference call at 2 p.m. PDT to discuss the results. A live public webcast of the earnings conference call can be a...

Merck Seeking To Close Buyout Of Biotech Company Seagen Inc. – $MRK $SGEN $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is in advanced talks to buy cancer-focused biotech company Seagen Inc. (SGEN) for roughly $40 billion or more. The companies are discussing a price above $200 a share for Seagen. Both the parties are seeking to seal a deal on or before the announcement of Merc...

Boeing To Host Q2 Earnings Call On July 27 – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) is to release its second-quarter earnings for 2022 on Wednesday, July 27, followed by a conference call at 10:30 a.m. ET. The call will be hosted by President and CEO David Calhoun and Executive VP and CFO Brian West to discuss the results and company outlook. Web & Dial...

Disney Announces Release Of Fiscal Q3 Earnings On August 10, 2022- $DIS $DIA

Reportedly, the Walt Disney Company to release its fiscal third-quarter 2022 results after the close of regular trading on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, followed by a live audio webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT. The webcast can be reached at www.disney.com/investors.    Dow 3...

Walmart To Levy Pickup Fees From Some Suppliers As Fuel & Labor Cost Rise – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) to start charging some of its suppliers new fees to transport goods to its warehouses and stores in response to rising fuel and transportation costs from next month. The company will charge a "collect pickup charge" calculated as a percentage of the cost of...

Chevron To Release Quarterly Earnings On July 29 – $CVX $DIA

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) is to hold its quarterly earnings conference call on Friday, July 29, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. ET/ 8:00 a.m. PT.  The live webcast can be reached at www.chevron.com. Interested parties can Dial-in # (Listen-only mode): 800-491-5082 with Conference ID #: 1185585. Sp...

Is Apple’s App Store Revenue Witnessing A Declining Trend? – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Apple's (AAPL) revenue from the App Store dropped down in June, potentially setting the company up for a slight shortfall in overall services revenue for the quarter. Morgan Stanley analyst Katy Huberty, informed as per the data from the app-store tracking service Sensor Tower, the net ...

Home Depot’s ‘The Homer Fund’ Has Granted Nearly $233M to More Than 165,000 Associates – $HD $DIA

Reportedly, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) employee assistance program, the Homer Fund, which is funded by associates to assist associates in need, announced its annual fundraising campaign, Orange at Heart. Orange at Heart celebrates the generosity of the workforce, where every dollar donated goes right...

Coca-Cola Announces Collaboration With DJ Marshmello – $KO $DIA

As per reports, beverage giant Coca-Cola Company (KO) is teaming up with DJ and music producer Marshmello in a limited-edition offering. The upcoming flavor is likely to come as a surprise and is created with a mix of the artist’s favorite flavors, strawberry, and watermelon along with the classic...

Tesla Reports Q2 Deliveries Representing Sales Growth of 26.5% Year-Over-Year – $TSLA $SPY

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA) posted total deliveries of 254,695 for Q2/2022, which was lower than analysts' expectations of 256,520 vehicles. The company pointed to the Q2 results which were marked by Covid restrictions, supply chain snarls, semiconductor chips, and other parts shortages. Total producti...

3M Announces Sell Of Southeast Asia Neoplast & Neobun Brands To Selic Corp PCL – $MMM $DIA

As per reports, 3M Co (MMM) is to exit its Neoplast and Neobun brands in Thailand and some other Southeast Asian countries and sell manufacturing assets at its Ladlumkaew plant, as part of its strategic portfolio management. The brands and the assets from its Thailand-based Ladlumkaew plant will be...

Are iPhones In Japan Getting Costlier? – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has hiked prices by nearly a fifth the cost of its flagship iPhone phone in Japan, which is struggling with a weakening yen currency and rising inflation. The entry-level iPhone 13 now costs ~117,800 yen (~$870) compared to 99,800 yen previously, as per Apple's webs...

Walgreens Q3 Earnings Beat Estimates Stays Steady On Full-Year Earnings Estimates – $WBA $DIA

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) recently exceeded Was Street's quarterly estimates. The strength in earnings was driven by their UK-based Boots business. However, Walgreens has only maintained its full-year earnings forecast pointing toward the decreasing amount of COVID vaccinations a...

Disneyland Shanghai Re-Opens After 3-Month Of Covid Closure – $DIA $DIS

Reportedly, Walt Disney Co's Shanghai Disney (DIS) Resort theme park opened after the closure of three months, with face masks and social distancing in effect. The park shut on March 21 as cases increased in the Chinese business hub, leading to a two-month-long citywide lockdown that eased on June 1...

JP Morgan To Webcast Q2 Earnings On July 14 – $JPM $DIA

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is to release its Q2 2022 earnings on Thursday, July 14, 2022, at approximately 7:00 a.m. (EDT) followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. (EDT). Web & Call Details: The live audio webcast can be reached under the Investor Relations, Events & Prese...

Merck Schedules Release Of Q2 Earnings On July 28 – $MRK $DIA $ATOS

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) to host its second-quarter 2022 sales and earnings conference call with the investment community and analysts at 8:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, July 28, discussing Merck’s performance for the quarter and outlook. Web & Call Details: Journalists, Investors, ...

Samsung Buys OLED Display Co. Cynora – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Samsung Display Co. has purchased display startup Cynora GmbH for about $300 million. Samsung acquired Cynora’s intellectual property and technology but not its engineers. Already an investor in Cynora, Samsung with LG Electronics Inc. and other display manufacturers also backed the st...

Bob Chapek To Continue As CEO As Disney Adds Contract Renewal – $DIS $DIA

As per reports, the board of Walt Disney Co (DIS) has unanimously voted to extend Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek's contract for three years showing a major vote of confidence in his leadership. Chapek's current contract was set to expire in February. In February 2020, Chapek, 63, became Disney'...

Walgreens Pulls Out Boots Sale Amid Turbulent Credit Market – $WBA $DIA

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has abandoned the sale of its Boots drugstore chain that was expected to bring +$6B after failing to secure the desired valuation for the UK business amid an unstable credit market. The healthcare group had been in talks with a consortium between Relian...

Beverage Giant Coca-Cola Schedules Release Of Q2 Earnings For July 26 – $KO $DIA

Reportedly, Dow 30 component The Coca-Cola Company (KO), announced it will release its second-quarter 2022 financial results on July 26 before the New York Stock Exchange opens, followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET. Interested parties can join a webcast at the company's website. ...

Disney Withdraws Disney+ Streaming Deal With YES, Israel’s Telecom’s Satellite TV Unit – $DIS $DIA

Reportedly, Israel's Competition Authority has closed a case against Walt Disney (DIS) and YES, Bezeq Israel Telecom's satellite TV unit after the companies agreed to cancel an exclusive streaming deal. The companies applied for permission from the Competition Authority.   Earlier this month, Dis...

Nike’s Q4 Earnings – $NKE $DIA

NIKE, Inc. (NKE) reported fourth-quarter earnings, which surpassed some analysts’ estimates and overcame supply-chain pressures that have lingered, however the sports giant said it expects gross margin to be flat to down 50 basis points. “We did take a cautious approach to Greater China. And we...

J.P. Morgan Asset Management Hires Daniel Yem As Senior Investment Specialist Strengthening Retirement Income Capabilities – $JPM $DIA

As per reports, J.P. Morgan Asset Management is to hire Daniel Yem as a Senior Investment Specialist to lead the firm's Retirement Solutions team. Mr. Yem will report to the Head of Target Date Strategies, Daniel Oldroyd, and will be based in New York. Mr. Yem will lead the business & product st...

P&G Announces Change In Timing For The Webcast Of Q4 Earnings July 29- $PG $DIA

As per reports, the Procter & Gamble Company has announced changes in timing for the webcast of its Q4 earnings results to 9:00 a.m. ET instead of 8:30 a.m. ET on July 29, 2022. Interested parties may access the live audio webcast at www.pginvestor.com, beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET.  The Procte...

McDonald’s Announces Top Executive Changes – $MCD $DIA

As per reports, McDonald's Corp (MCD) has named company veteran and president of its international business, Ian Borden, as finance chief, succeeding incumbent Kevin Ozan, who is set to retire in mid-2023. With 30 years of association with the company, Borden will take charge on Sept. 1, while Ozan...

Reportedly Reliance Industries Preparing To Acquire Walgreens Boots Alliance’s International Arm – $WBA $DIA

As per reports, Reliance Industries Ltd. is in talks with several global banks to raise as much as $8 billion for its planned leveraged buyout of Walgreens (WBA) Boots Alliance’s international arm. The company is in talks with Barclays Bank Plc, Deutsche Bank AG, HSBC, and Standard Chartered Bank...

Walmart Offers Enhanced AR Experience To Its Customers With New Features On App – $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT)  has added two augmented reality (AR) features to its app, one that allows customers to view furniture and home décor items in their homes before purchasing and another for shoppers to use in-store to view key product information. The feature will initially b...

Boeing Collaborates With Aireon Space-Based ADS-B Data Services – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) has signed a deal with Aireon, the world's leading provider of space-based automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) services, to deliver its flight data stream to the aerospace giant. Boeing will use the stream to expand its advanced data analytics capabilities and ...

Verizon Frontline To Add A Member To Its First Responder Advisory Council – $VZ $DIA

As per reports, Verizon (VZ) Frontline announced to formally introduce the newest member of the Verizon First Responder Advisory Council (VFRAC), Sheriff Susan Benton (Ret.) at next week’s 2022 National Sheriffs’ Association annual conference joining the council as its 14th member.  Sheriff Sus...

3M Investing +$170M In Cordova Pursuing Goal To Reduce Use of Water – $MMM $DIA

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) is investing more than $170 million at its Cordova, Illinois, site to engineer and install cutting-edge technology building its company-wide goal of enhancing the quality of water returned to the environment. Launched in 2021, the company expects to reduce overall water use at ...

Chevron To Relocate Headquarters Within California – $CVX $DIA

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) plans to relocate its global headquarters to a newly leased space in California and sell its existing head office in the state. The oil giant is expected to shift its headquarters to the new site during the third quarter of 2023. "The current real estate ma...

McDonald’s Adding Greater Clarity, Transparency, & Consistency Into FranchisingProcess – $MCD $DIA

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is building new rules for franchisees, including performance reviews every 20 years to bring "greater clarity, transparency, and consistency into our franchising process." Joe Erlinger, president of the Chicago-based burger giant announced the changes info...

Walgreens Agrees To Pay $105M All-Cash Settlement – $WBA $DIA

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) to pay $105 million to settle a long-running class-action lawsuit accusing it of misleading stockholders about how rising generic drug prices and reimbursement pressures would hurt its pharmacy business. The preliminary all-cash settlement was filed in a fed...

Honeywell Announces Release Date Of Q2 Earnings – $HON $DIA

As per reports, Honeywell will release its second-quarter financial results on Thursday, July 28 before trading starts, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EDT. A real-time audio webcast of the presentation can be accessed at http://www.honeywell.com/investor. All related materials will be p...

American Express Announces Release Of Q2 Earnings July 22, 2022- $AXP $DIA

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) is scheduled to host a live audio webcast of its earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. (ET) on Friday, July 22, 2022, to discuss second quarter 2022 financial results. The webcast can be reached at the American Express Investor Relations website at https://...

McDonald’s & Adyen, A Global Fintech Platform To Continue Mobile App Partnership To The U.S – $DIA $MCD

Reportedly, McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is expanding its partnership with Adyen, the global financial technology platform for the expansion of mobile app partnership to the U.S.   "As consumer demand evolves, Adyen has responded to our needs in a rapidly changing market. Adyen has handled ...

Verizon To Webcast Q2 Earnings On July 22 – $VZ $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is to release second-quarter 2022 earnings on Friday, July 22. The webcast of the results will begin at 8:30 a.m. ET. Access instructions and presentation materials, including Verizon’s earnings news release and financial tables, will be available at 7...

Microsoft Stops Sale Of AI Facial-Analysis Tools Over Bias & Inaccuracy Issues- $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) announced that it is stopping the selling of their artificial intelligence-based facial-analysis software tools that infer a subject’s emotional state, gender, age, mood, and other personal attributes after the algorithms were shown to exhibit problematic bia...

Merck Appoints Chirfi Guindo To Lead The Marketing For Merck Human Health – $MRK $DIA

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has appointed Chirfi Guindo to lead Human Health Marketing as chief marketing officer for Merck Human Health. Guindo will lead Merck’s Executive Team, effective July 1, 2022, and will report directly to Robert M. Davis, CEO, and president, of Merck. Jann...

David L. Gitlin Joins Boeing’s Board Of Directors – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, the Board of Boeing (BA) announced the election of David L. Gitlin, 53 as its newest member. Gitlin will join the Aerospace Safety Committee and the Finance Committee. Currently, Giltin serves as chairman and CEO of Carrier and brings to the Board more than 20 years of aerospace indust...

Apple’s Maryland Retail Store Employees Vote For Unionization- $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) workers in Maryland have voted in favor to join a union, becoming the first retail employees of the iPhone maker to unionize in the United States. More than 100 workers in Towson near Baltimore "have overwhelmingly voted to join the International Association of Machinists a...

Boeing Receives $811 Loan Guarantee From EXIM Over The Sale Of Its 787 Jetliners To Air France-KLM SA- $BA $DIA

As per reports, the Export-Import Bank ("EXIM") of the United States informed that its board of directors approved an $811 million loan guarantee to help finance the sale of Boeing's (BA) wide-body aircraft to French-Dutch airline Air France-KLM SA. EXIM informed that the loan guarantee would suppo...

Walgreens Diversifying Into Clinical Trials Business- $WBA $DIA

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) launched a clinical trials business that aims to use patient data from its pharmacies to help boost recruitment in studies conducted by drugmakers. Last year, Walgreens invested $5.5 billion to take majority stakes in two health care providers, VillageMD...

Adidas Sues Nike in Texas For Copying Its Smart Shoes Technology – $NKE $DIA

Reportedly, Adidas is suing NIKE, Inc. (NKE) over claims that the brand infringed its patents with its mobile applications and shoe-fitting technology. The lawsuit, filed in Texas, claims that Nike’s Run Club, Training Club, and SNKRS mobile apps and Adapt system violate nine Adidas patents for ex...

Verizon Slashes Broadband Price To $25 A Month For Wireless Customers – $VZ $DIA

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) has reduced its home broadband price to $25 a month for wireless customers in select areas where its Fios fiber network and wireless internet service are available. The offer is available in more than 2,700 cities to customers with premium 5G mobile ...

Walmart & Roku Partnering To make TV Streaming The next E-commerce Shopping Destination – $ROKU $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) and America’s #1 TV streaming platform, Roku, Inc. (ROKU) have entered a first-of-its-kind partnership making TV streaming the next e-commerce shopping destination. Walmart as an exclusive retailer will enable streamers to purchase featured products fulfilled...

Tesla Cars To Get More Expensive – $TSLA

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA) has increased prices across models amid ongoing supply chain woes and elevated inflation. Model 3 Long Range will now cost $57,990 from $54,490, up by $2,500.  Model Y Long Range increased to $65,990 from $62,990, up by $3,000. Model X Dual Motor All-Whee...

Walmart Adds “Progressive Wage Model” For Pharmacy Workers – $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) announced an increase in the average pay of pharmacy workers to more than $20 per hour and offer more frequent and automatic pay raises as part of a new "progressive wage model" to address the rising concern of a tight domestic labor market. The raises will be...

Caterpillar Enters Multi-Year Global Sponsorship With NHL – $CAT $DIA

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has been announced as the Official Heavy Equipment and Industrial Power Sponsor of the National Hockey League (NHL), beginning in the 2022-23 NHL Season. The NHL and Caterpillar announced a multi-year global sponsorship focussing on recognizing the people who ...

JPMorgan Raised Its Prime Lending Rate – $JPM $DIA

As per reports, U.S. bank JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has raised its prime lending rate by 75 basis points to 4.75%, that was effective 16th June 2022. The move follows the Federal Reserve's decision to raise its target interest rate by three-quarters of a percentage point, the biggest by the U.S....

Microsoft’ Wants You To Use Their Newer Edge Browser – $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) has finally discontinued its Internet Explorer, as the company announced its users to move on from the 27-year-old application and use its newer Edge browser instead.  Microsoft released the first version of Internet Explorer in 1995 when web surfing was dominated ...

Travelers Schedules Q2 Release On July 21 – $TRV $DIA

As per reports, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) has scheduled to review its second quarter 2022 results at 9 a.m. ET on Thursday, July 21, following the release of results early that morning. Investors can access the call via webcast at the company's website and by dialing 888-440-6281 within th...

Microsoft Acquires NY-Based Miburo, A Cyber Threat Analysis Startup – $MSFT $DIA

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) has announced acquiring a cyber threat analysis startup specializing in detecting foreign-information attacks. Miburo, a New York-based company started by a former FBI agent, will help the Redmond-based software maker "expand its threat detection and analysis capabilitie...

Coca-Cola’s African Bottling Unit ~$3B Johannesburg Stock Exchange IPO Shelved – $KO $DIA

Reportedly, Coca-Cola Company (KO) had delayed the plans of an estimated $3 billion initial public offering (IPO) of its African bottling unit to 2023 due to turbulence in the market. The flotation of the division, Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is expected to be the biggest on the Johannesburg Stock E...

Caterpillar Announces Relocation Of Its Global Headquarters To Texas- $CAT $DIA

Reportedly, Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) announced their plans to move its global headquarters to the company's existing office in Irving, Texas, from its current location in Deerfield, Illinois. The company will begin transitioning its headquarters to Irving in 2022. "We believe it's in the best stra...

Are Chemicals In Hair Products A Possible Risk Of Breast Cancer In Black Women?

Reportedly,  parabens, a class of endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in hair and personal care products, have been found to promote viability and gene expression of a breast cancer cell line in Black women, as per the data presented at ENDO 2022. The researchers evaluated the effects of three ty...

Nike Announces To End Run Club App In China – $NKE $DIA

Reportedly, Nike Inc, (NKE) the world's largest sportswear maker, is discontinuing its popular Nike Run Club (NRC) app in China from July. The U.S. sportswear brand announced to its mainland China users through the app and thanked them for their support. However, the sportswear giant did not give a ...

Updates From UnitedHealth’s 2022 Annual Shareholder Meeting – $UNH $DIA

UnitedHealth Group (UNH) released updates on its 2022 annual shareholder meeting and actions by its Board of Directors. The Shareholders elected all those nominated to the Board; Timothy P. Flynn, Paul R. Garcia, Stephen J. Hemsley, Michele J. Hooper, F. William McNabb III, Valerie C. Montgomery Ric...

Dana Walden Appointed As Chairman Of Disney Entertainment, As Peter Rice Exits – $DIS $DIA

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company (DIS) has named Dana Walden chairman of General Entertainment Content, overseeing original programming for Disney’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks, replacing Peter Rice, who is leaving the company. Walden will have oversight of ABC Entert...

Samsung’ 2022 Smart TV Users Can Now Enjoy Xbox Games Sans Console – $MSFT $DIA

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) will include several Xbox games in Samsung's 2022 smart TVs from June 30 in a crucial step towards attracting gamers without the console. Subscribers to Xbox's cloud-gaming service can play more than 100 titles on the TVs, which will be able to pair with Bluetooth-e...

Tight Labor Market Causing Delivery Delay To Boeing’s New Air Force One – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, the next-generation presidential aircraft being built by Boeing may face further delays due to a tight labor market for mechanics and lower-than-expected security clearance rates. Also, the need for Boeing to switch to an alternative supplier for some interior work may pose a major sched...

Intel Appoints April Miller Boise To Lead Intel’s Global Legal, Trade & Government Affairs – $INTC $DIA

As per reports, April Miller Boise has been appointed executive VP and chief legal officer to lead Intel Corporation (INTC) global legal, trade, and government affairs team, starting July 6. Miller Boise succeeds Steven Rodgers, who retired this year after more than 20 years of association with Inte...

P&G To Use Microsoft’s Azure To Build The Future of Digital Manufacturing – $MSFT $PG $DIA

As per reports, Procter & Gamble Company (PG) announced a partnership with Microsoft to build the future of digital manufacturing. P&G has signed a multi-year deal with Microsoft to use its Azure cloud computing platform to digitize and integrate data from more than 100 manufacturing sites a...

Caterpillar Announces Dividend Increase Payable August 19, 2022 – $CAT $DIA

Reportedly, the Board of Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) announced an increase in the quarterly cash dividend by nine cents, an 8% increase, to one dollar and twenty cents ($1.20) per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on August 19, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Jul...

IBM Lays Off Employees In Russia – $IBM $DIA

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is laying off employees and winding down its business in Russia. After Russia's Ukraine invasion in February, IBM joined hundreds of other companies in suspending business in the country, while many others announced a complete exit from R...

Chevron Collaborates With KazMunayGas Exploring Lower Carbon Opportunities In Kazakhstan – $CVX $DIA

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) through its subsidiary Chevron Munaigas Inc, and JSC NC "KazMunayGas" have announced a memorandum of understanding to explore potential lower carbon business opportunities in Kazakhstan.  At the 34th Plenary session of the Foreign Investors Council led by Pres...

Home Depot To Use Adobe’s Personalized Marketing Tool – $HD $DIA

Reportedly, Home Depot (HD) has signed on to use digital media and marketing software firm Adobe's latest personalized marketing tool. Home Depot to use Adobe's Real-Time Customer Data Platform, which is part of the Adobe Experience Platform. The Real-Time Customer Data Platform will allow retailers...

Verizon Appoints Sowmyanarayan Sampath As CEO For Verizon Business – $VZ

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced the appointment of Sowmyanarayan Sampath to Executive VP and CEO of Verizon Business, effective July 1, 2022. Sampath will succeed Tami Erwin, who will lead the role of Strategic Advisor to the CEO until the end of 2022. Sampath will report dir...

J&J To Soon Terminate Emergent Manufacturing Deal For COVID Vaccine Production – $JNJ $DIA

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) had formally informed Emergent BioSolutions Inc. of its decision to terminate the agreement with the contract manufacturer to make the COVID-19 vaccine for the drugmaker. Earlier, Emergent informed that J&J breached an agreement by failing to buy the m...

Apple Unveils New Features Of Its iPhone Software & Mac Computer Processor – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) recently unveiled new features of its next smartphone operating system that will power the upcoming iPhone 14 and older compatible handsets. It also showed off a second-generation Mac processor for two new laptops. The announcement was made during a keynote presentation ...

Cisco Schedules Quarterly Dividend Date Payable July 27, 2022- $CSCO $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Cisco (CSCO) announced a quarterly dividend of $.38 per common share payable on July 27, 2022. The dividend is payable to all shareholders as of July 6, 2022.   Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is a global technology leader that designs, manufactures, and sells Internet P...

Billionaire Investor Carl Icahn Ends Proxy Fight Over Kroger’s Pig Policy – $MCD $KR $DIA

As per reports, Billionaire investor Carl Icahn is dropping a proxy fight focused on the treatment of pregnant pigs at Kroger Co. (KR) after losing a similar fight with McDonald's Corp last month.  "I congratulate the McDonald's team on their victory in this proxy engagement and, after much contem...

Visa Enters Deal With M-Pesa, Mobile Phone-based African Money Transfer Service – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Visa Inc.  (V)and M-Pesa, the mobile phone-based African money transfer service owned by Kenya's Safaricom Plc have entered a deal to launch a virtual payment card in a bid to cover some of the continent's $40 billion-a-year subscriptions market. The M-Pesa Global Pay Visa Virtual card ...

Reportedly Tesla Informed Of Cut Of Salaried Workers Aims To Rely More On Hourly Workers – $TSLA

Reportedly, Elon Musk,  Tesla (TSLA) CEO informed that the EV's giant overall headcount will rise over the next 12 months, but the count of salaried staff will remain flat, as it has become overstaffed in many areas, but the hourly headcount will increase. According to a Tesla U.S. regulatory fili...

P&G Schedules Q4 Release On July 29

As per reports, the Procter & Gamble Company (PG) is scheduled to announce its Q4 earnings results on July 29, 2022, starting at 8:30 a.m. ET. The live webcast of the event can be reached at www.pginvestor.com starting at 8:30 a.m. ET.   The Procter & Gamble Company (PG), a Dow 30 c...

Walmart Announces The Construction of 4 E-Commerce Warehouses Creating +4k Jobs – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) to build four new e-commerce warehouses in a push to speed deliveries, with the help of an automated system to pick out items while also creating more than 4,000 jobs. The company informed, in combination with traditional fulfillment centers, that the new f...

The New Russia McDonald’s Owner Sets To Reopen & Expand – $MCD $DIA

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Russia aims to reopen all restaurants in two months, its new owner Alexander Govor informed further adding his aim to expand to 1,000 locations from the 850 he took over last month. In May, McDonald's Corp sold the restaurants to Govor, one of its licensees...

China Lockdowns Apparently Do Not Hurt Operations As Much As Had Expected, Says Foxconn – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Foxconn, a major assembler of Apple's (AAPL) iPhones, informed that the impact of China’s Covid lockdowns on its operations is not as worse as expected. In late March, China ordered a series of lockdowns in some of its major cities after witnessing a surge in coronavirus cases. Followi...

The Home Depot Canada Foundation Raises Investment In Support Of Homeless Youth – $HD $DIA

Reportedly, TradeWorx, launched by The Home Depot (HD Canada Foundation in 2021 is a collaboration with 10 successful Canadian employment social enterprises (ESEs) to help fill systemic gaps and prevent youth homelessness. TradeWorx partners offer at-risk youth skills training needed to secure a lon...

Microsoft Lowered Sales & Revenue Forecast As Dollar Surged – $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) has cut its fourth-quarter forecast for profit and revenue citing a hit from a stronger dollar. Microsoft, which earns half its revenue from outside the United States, has lowered its revenue forecast for all three segments, including Windows products, personal compu...

JP Morgan & Fintech OmniLatam Partnering To Offer Credit Lines to Mid-sized & Small Suppliers In Latin America – $JPM $DIA

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co has partnered with fintech OmniLatam to offer credit lines to mid-sized and small suppliers of big corporations in Latin America. With operations in Colombia and Chile, OmniLatam recently opened an office in Brazil, offering receivable-backed credit and workin...

Walgreens To Release Q3 Results On June 30 – $WBA $DIA

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) will release its fiscal 2022 third-quarter earnings results on Thursday at 7 a.m. ET on June 30, 2022, followed by a one-hour conference call with the management starting at 8:30 a.m. ET. The event can be reached at http://investor.walgreensbootsalliance.co...

3M Warns That Q2 Suffering From China Demand & Supply Chain Issues – $MMM $DIA

As per reports, 3M (MMM) warned of a $300 million hit to revenue in the current quarter as COVID lockdowns in China hurt demand and intensified supply chain issues. The company also expects an impact of 30 cents on per-share earnings in the second quarter, informed Chief Executive Michael Roman at t...

Salesforce Raises Profit Forecast Foresees Strong Demand – $CRM $DIA

Reportedly, On May 31, Salesforce (CRM) released their Q1 earnings ending April 30, raising its full-year adjusted profit forecast. The company informed that there is a strong demand for its software from companies looking to improve efficiencies and incorporate modern-day workflows, including hybri...

Verizon Schedules Quarterly Dividend Payable August 1- $VZ $DIA

Reportedly, the Board of Directors at Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced a quarterly dividend of 64 cents per outstanding share, payable on August 1, 2022. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 8, 2022. Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg stated, "Wi...

Thomas Cassin Appointed As Vice Chair Of JP Morgan’s Debt Capital Market Unit – $JPM $DIA

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has named Thomas Cassin as vice-chair of global debt capital markets for the bank's investment banking unit. Cassin will lead acquisition and strategic financing opportunities in his new role and will assist in expanding the bank's financing footprint. Insid...

Caterpillar Enters Sponsorship Deal With MLS, America’s Fastest Growing Sports League- $CAT $DIA

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has entered a multi-year sponsorship with North America's fastest growing sports League, the Major League Soccer (MLS). The sponsorship is aimed to boost the Caterpillar brand exposure to a more diverse audience in the United States and Canada and also engage ...

Norwegian Air Enters Deal With Boeing Resolving Dispute – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Norwegian Air has entered a deal to buy 50 Boeing (BA) 737 MAX 8 aircraft, additionally securing options for a further 30 of the planes at an undisclosed price, ending a contract dispute between the two firms. The airline informed, that the deal includes compensation to Norwegian as sett...

Nike’s Diversity Head Felicia Mayo To Exit The Company – $NKE $DIA

As per reports, NIKE's, Inc. (NKE) head of diversity, Felicia Mayo, is scheduled to leave the company at the end of July after two years, marking the second executive to leave that role in as many years. Since July 2020, Felicia Mayo served as chief talent, diversity, and culture officer. Mayo join...

McDonald’s Russian Franchisees May Opt To Continue Operations Under New Brand

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) franchisees in Russia will have the option of working under a new brand that is likely to launch, informed Oleg Paroev, McDonald's Russia's general director. The McDonald's restaurants in Russia will be sold to Alexander Govor, who runs a franchise operati...

Airbus Taps Honeywell For Its Flight Management System – $HON $DIA

Reportedly, Honeywell's (HON) Flight Management System (FMS) has been selected by Airbus to meet the air traffic management needs of the future A320, A330, and A350 aircraft. The new FMS will allow airline customers to experience best-in-class operational efficiency, reliability, and safety.  It al...

Home Depot To Pay Q1 Dividend On June 16 – $HD $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Home Depot, Inc. (HD) announced that its first quarter cash dividend of $1.90 per share will be payable on June 16, 2022. The dividend is payable to shareholders as of  June 2, 2022. The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is the world’s largest home improvement retailer with reta...

Multi-Specialty National Telehealth Provider MeMD Announces Official Transition To Walmart Health Family – $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, MeMD, a multi-specialty national telehealth provider, announced its name change to Walmart Health Virtual Care marking its official transition to the Walmart Health (WMT) family. The name change marks the final stages of MeMD’s acquisition by Walmart Health, which was initially announc...

Cisco Lowers Outlook Pointing To China Lockdowns & Ukraine Crisis – $CSCO $DIA

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) lowered its full-year earnings forecast after COVID lockdowns in China and the war in Ukraine pulled sales below estimates in the third quarter. The company now expects revenue growth of 2% to 3% in fiscal 2022, lower than the earlier forecast of 5.5% to 6.5%. ...

Microsoft Moves To Revise Cloud Service Terms Amid EU’s Complaints – $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT)  is set to revise its licensing terms and allow cloud service providers to better compete in response to complaints, informed its president Brad Smith. The technology giant had been fined 1.6 billion euros ($1.7 billion) by EU antitrust regulators. "It really start...

UnitedHealth Group Schedules Q2 July Earnings Date – $UNH $DIA

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) is to release its second-quarter 2022 financial results on Friday, July 15, 2022, before trading opens followed by a  teleconference call at 8:45 a.m. ET with analysts and investors to discuss and review the results. The webcast can be reached on th...

Self-driving British Startup Wayve Implementing Microsoft’s Supercomputer Infrastructure – $MSFT $DIA

Reportedly, British startup Wayve is to implement a supercomputer infrastructure designed by Microsoft (MSFT) to process vast amounts of data, as it is developing machine learning-based models for self-driving cars. Wayve's technology is built on machine learning instead of the conventional method t...

Interesting…JPMorgan Shareholders Vote Against Executive Compensation – $JPM $DIA

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase (JPM) shareholders have voted against the bank’s executive pay plan, delivering a sharp rebuke to chief executive Jamie Dimon and his management team. At the "say-on-pay" vote at the bank’s annual meeting only 31% of votes were cast in favor of JPMorgan's executive...

Walmart Lowers Profit Forecast Amid Rising Food & Fuel Costs – $DIA $WMT

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) released first-quarter earnings below expectations and cut its profit outlook due to inflationary pressures, especially in food and fuel. Adjusted profit dropped to $1.30 a share during the first quarter ended in late April below $1.48 analyst estimates. Retai...

Home Depot’s Quarterly Earnings Surprise Street To The Upside – $HD $DIA

Reportedly, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) increased its full-year profit forecast as home improvement chain benefit from higher prices and consistent demand for tools and building materials. Home Depot earned $4.09 per share in the reported quarter, beating estimates of $3.68. Same-store sales increased...

Whoa!..Did Intel Shareholders Just Cast A Vote Against Executive Compensation For Top Executives – $INTC $DIA

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) shareholders rejected compensation packages for top executives, including a payout of as much as $178.6 million to Chief Executive Officer Pat Gelsinger. About 1.78 billion votes were cast against executive compensation at the annual meeting and 921.2 million vot...

Inflation Costs Hit, Verizon Now Set To Increase Wireless Charges – $VZ $DIA

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ)  will be increasing prices on its wireless bills for the first time in two years as the US wireless carrier struggles with higher costs. A $1.35 increase in administrative charges for each voice line will start reflecting in the customers June phone...

McDonalds Exiting Russian Market After 30 Years Of Service – $MCD $DIA

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is selling all of its restaurants in Russia, exiting the country after more than 30 years of presence following its invasion of Ukraine. McDonald's informed it was looking to sell all its restaurants in Russia to a local buyer, but will continue to retain t...

Goldman Sachs Prepares To Further Diversify Its Workforce – $GS $DIA

Reportedly, the Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) has increased its diversity recruiting team and increased its budget by $10 million to meet its goals to add more Blacks, women, and Latinos to its workforce. The bank has included roughly 25 new recruiters focused on hiring diverse employees since the ...

FAA Notifies Boeing For More Documentation On Its 787 Jets In Order To Resume Deliveries – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Federal Aviation Administration has asked Boeing (BA) for more documentation in order to resume deliveries of its 787 Dreamliner jet, signaling it may face a further delay before the Federal Aviation Administration signs off on its inspections and repairs to the plane.  The development ...

Caterpillar Releases Its 2021 Diversity & Inclusion Report – $CAT $DIA

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has released its 2021 Diversity & Inclusion Report and a new diversity and inclusion website that reflects the company's strong focus on continuing to build a rich culture of inclusion. "The competitive advantage of a diverse team and inclusive culture...

Musk Puts $44B Twitter Acquisition ‘temporarily on hold’ Over Fake Accounts

Reportedly, Tesla's (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk's $44 billion acquisition of Twitter Inc. (TWTR) is “temporarily on hold”, tweeted the CEO until more information about the proportion of fake accounts is received, sending the social media giant into a tailspin. Fighting the fake accounts has been a keys...

Nike Terminates Sponsorship Deal With Russian Premier League Club Spartak Moscow – $NKE $DIA

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has terminated its sponsorship deal with Russian Premier League club Spartak Moscow as the team will not be taking part in European competitions next season. The governing body of European soccer, UEFA informed Russia will have no affiliated teams participating in it...

Caterpillar Highlights Progress Via 2021 Sustainability Report – $DIA $CAT

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) released its Sustainability Report describing the company's progress helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. The 2021 Sustainability Report outlines Caterpillar's approach to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. The report also lays...

Mimi Poon Succeeds Charles Kiang As IBM’s New General Manager Hong Kong – $IBM $DIA

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) Director, Software Group, Hong Kong Mimi Poon is now set to lead as General Manager, IBM Hong Kong effective immediately. In her new role, Mimi will oversee IBM's business operations and strategic development in Hong Kong and Macau. Mi...

State of Missouri Names UnitedHealthcare As One Of Three Organizations To Serve Medicaid Beneficiaries – $UNH $DIA

As per reports, the state of Missouri has selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Missouri as one of three managed care organizations to administer its MO HealthNet Managed Care Program for Medicaid members in the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Fa...

Disney Releases Q2 Earnings As Streaming Subscribers Grow – $DIS $DIA

As per reports, the Walt Disney Company (DID) reported stronger-than-expected growth in streaming subscribers across all of its media platforms, but raised concerns over the impact of Covid on its theme parks in Asia. Total Disney+ subscriptions increased to 137.7 million during the fiscal second qu...

Dubai’s Emirates Airlines Concerned About Delayed Boeing’s 787 Deliveries – $BA $DIA

The Dubai-based carrier, Emirates airline announced that it may face further delayed deliveries of Boeing's (BA) 787 Dreamliners by atleast a year until 2024 and that it could be even longer due to Boeing’s continued delivery suspension over structural flaws. Three years ago, Emirates ordered 30 7...

J&J Appoints Thibaut Mongon As CEO Of Its Soon To Be Spun Off Consumer Health Unit – $JNJ $DIA

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has appointed Thibaut Mongon as the chief executive officer of the consumer health division, the division which the pharmaceutical giant plans to spin off into a listed company by the end of next year. Mongon joined the company in 2000, and currently serves as...

3M To Pay Q2 Dividend On June 12 – $MMM $DIA

The board of 3M (MMM) has announced a quarterly dividend of $1.49 per share on the company's common stock for the second quarter of 2022. The dividend is payable on June 12, 2022, to shareholders as of  May 20, 2022.    3M (MMM) is a global science company that seems to neve...

Is Intel’s New AI Chip A Threat To Nvidia Corp’s Dominant AI Chip Market? – $INTC $NVDA $DIA

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) has launched a new chip called Gaudi2 focused on artificial intelligence computing, as the chip manufacturer strengthens its push into the AI chip market currently dominated by Nvidia Corp. Gaudi2 marks the second-generation processor by Habana Labs, an Israeli A...

Walmart Schedules Q1 Release Date on May 17- $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is scheduled to release its first-quarter earnings results at 6 a.m. CDT on May 17 followed by a live conference call with the Investment Community at 7 a.m to discuss the company’s first-quarter earnings results for the fiscal year 2023. The call will be hos...

Global CRM Leader Salesforce Schedules Q1 Release For May 31 – $CRM $DIA

As per reports, Salesforce (CRM) announced the release of its Q1 fiscal year 2023 will be on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 after the market closes. The company will host a conference call to discuss and review the results at 5:00 p.m. (ET) / 2:00 p.m. (PT) with the investment community. Live Webcast & R...

US Health Regulators Limit The Use Of J&J’s COVID Vaccine Over Blood Clot Risks – $JNJ $DIA

Reportedly, the U.S. health regulator has issued notice to limit the use of the Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) COVID-19 vaccine for adults due to the high risk of a rare blood clotting syndrome. The Food and Drug Administration informed, that the J&J vaccine can be administered in cases where autho...

Boeing Relocating Headquarters From Chicago To Washington, D.C. – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, aerospace giant Boeing (BA) announced its moving its headquarters to the Washington, D.C. area from Chicago, moving closer to federal lawmakers and rival defense contractors. Boeing informed that it will shift its base to Arlington, Virginia, joining fellow military contractors Northrop ...

Nike Announces Common Stock Dividend Payable July 1, 2022- $NKE $DIA

Reportedly, the board of NIKE, Inc. (NKE) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $.305 per share on its Common Stock payable to shareholders as of June 6, 2022. The dividend is payable on July 1, 2022.   NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is the world’s top designer, marketer, and distributor of athletic f...

Tech Giants Apple, Google & Microsoft Agree To Introduce ‘New Common Passwordless’ Sign-Ins – $AAPL $GOOG $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, technology giants Apple (AAPL), Google, and Microsoft (MSFT) have agreed to support a new type of online sign-in which could replace passwords and is designed to make the web more “secure and usable for all”. The technology giants have agreed to support a new common passwordless ...

Caterpillar Announces Acquisition Of EaaS Company, Tangent Energy Solutions- $CAT $DIA

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has acquired a U.S.-based energy-as-a-service company, Tangent Energy Solutions, headquartered in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Tangent Energy offers customers turnkey solutions for reducing energy costs, increasing energy efficiency, reducing emissions, monetizin...

AmEx Announces Dividend Payable August 10, 2022 – $AXP $DIA

Reportedly, the Board of American Express Company (AXP) announced a regular quarterly dividend of $.52 per common share to the stockholders as of July 1, 2022. The dividend is payable on August 10, 2022. The company also declared a quarterly dividend on the Company’s 3.550% Fixed Rate Reset Noncum...

Cisco Announces Earnings Release Date For Q3 Fiscal 2022 Results – $CSCO $DIA

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. is to host a conference call for its third-quarter fiscal year 2022 results on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at 1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET). A live and replay audio of the event can be reached at the company's website. To Listen via Telephone: 888-848-6507 212-519-08...

Intel Appoints Former $AMD Executive Matt Poirier As Senior VP Of Corporate Development – $INTC $DIA

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) announced the appointment of Matt Poirier as senior VP of corporate development, effective May 30, 2022. Poirier will join the company’s executive leadership team and report to CEO Pat Gelsinger. He has more than 20 years of leadership, finance, and corporate d...

Cisco Announces Predictive Enterprise Network Technology – $CSCO $DIA

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is launching a technology that can help predict issues on enterprise networks before they happen to assist in preventing problems and improving customer experience. The predictive software engine will gather data from various sources within a company's netw...

JP Morgan Schedules Investor Day On May 23 – $JPM $DIA

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) is to host an Investor Day on May 23, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. ET in New York City. A live audio webcast will begin at 8:00 a.m.ET and will be available for replay on the company's website under Investor Relations, Events & Presentations tab. The general ...

Caterpillar’s Chairman & CEO Jim Umpleby To Discuss Enterprise Strategy – $CAT $DIA

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is scheduled to host a video webcast of its Investor Day on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, beginning at 10:25 a.m. CDT. Caterpillar Chairman and CEO Jim Umpleby and members of the company's Executive Office will discuss Caterpillar's enterprise strategy for profitable gro...

Nike Appoints Maggie Gauger As Its New Global VP Of Direct Acceleration – $NKE $DIA

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has appointed Maggie Gauger as its new global VP of direct acceleration. Gauger most recently served as Nike’s global VP of the marketplace, leading a team of more than 150 people to execute Nike’s B2B platform. Earlier, she served as Nike’s VP of global marketplac...

3M Expanding Production Capacity for PELTOR™ Hearing Protection Products In Nebraska – $MMM $DIA

As per reports, 3M (MMM) announced plans to grow its plant in Valley, Nebraska. The company is investing approximately $58 million to fund the 80,000 square foot expansion creating around 50 new jobs at the facility. The initiative plans to invest in additional production capacity for PELTOR™ hear...

Walgreens To Pay Quarterly Dividend On June 10 – $WBA $DIA

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) announced a quarterly dividend of 47.75 cents per share payable on June 10, 2022. The dividend is payable to shareholders as of May 20, 2022. The dividend remains unchanged from the previous quarter and marks an increase of 2.1 percent from the year-ago quar...

Apple’s Robust Services Business Lifts Q2 Earnings – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) beat second-quarter estimates reporting $1.52 a share on sales of $97.28 billion in the quarter ended March 26. Analysts expected the iPhone giant to earn $1.42 a share on sales of $94 billion. On a year-over-year basis, Apple sales and earnings both increased 9%.  "We are...

Honeywell Raises Full-Year Forecast As Aviation Sector Revives – $HON $DIA

As per reports, the multinational conglomerate Honeywell (HON) raised its full-year profit forecast as the aviation market has been revived & is boosting demand for the company's software, parts, and aftermarket services. Quarterly results were also boosted by higher sales in the unit that makes...

Caterpillar To Conduct Virtual Annual Shareholders Meet On June 8 – $CAT $DIA

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) plans to conduct its virtual annual shareholder meeting at 8 a.m. (CDT) on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Common Stockholders as of April 13, 2022, are entitled to participate, vote, and submit questions at the meeting.   Dow 30 Component Caterpillar, Inc. ...

Intel Reports Q2 Beats, Reaffirms Full year Guidance – $INTC $DIA

Intel Corporation's (INTC) first-quarter release reported adjusted earnings of 87 cents a share on sales of $18.35 billion, beating estimates of 78 cents a share on sales of $18.33 billion for the March-ended quarter. On a year-over-year basis, Intel earnings declined 35% while sales dropped 1%. Int...

Higher Oil & Gas Prices Power Quarterly Profits For Chevron – $CVX $DIA

As per reports, Chevron Corporation's (CVX) profits quadrupled during the first quarter of 2022, boosted by higher oil and gas prices. The oil giant reported $6.3 billion in earnings during the period up from $1.37 billion during the same quarter in 2021. Chevron’s revenue increased to $54.37 bill...

Higher Menu Prices Help Fuel McDonald’s Earnings Beat – $MCD $DIA

Fast Food giant, McDonald’s (MCD) quarterly sales beat estimates despite inflationary pressure on consumers, the war in Ukraine, and COVID-19 lockdowns in China, assisted by menu price hikes and the introduction of a new loyalty program. Global comparable sales increased 11.8%, above estimates for...

Merck’s Keytruda & COVID Pill Push Quarterly Beat- $MRK $DIA

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.'s (MRK) quarterly earnings beat estimates reporting a 50% increase in revenue to $15.9 billion with the majority of the growth coming from sales of molnupiravir (approved in November). The drugmaker also raised its full-year forecasts on strong demand for top-sellin...

14.3% Rise In Quarterly Revenue For Caterpillar – $CAT $DIA

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT)  enjoys a 14.3% rise in first-quarter revenue pushed by higher construction activity and a rise in commodity prices. Strong demand allowed the company to raise prices, protecting its margins, even though the company has been weighed down by production delays due ...

Biotech Giant Amgen Post Quarterly Beat, However… – $AMGN $DIA

Amgen reported a strong quarter with sales increasing 6% to $6.24 billion and exceeding expectations at $6.07 billion. Earnings also came in above projections at $4.25 per share, up 15% on a year-over-year basis. Amgen's osteoporosis treatment Evenity and migraine drug Aimovig reported strong growt...

Boeing Surprises To The Downside – $BA $DIA

Boeing (BA) reported came in below expectations with greater than expects losses and decline in the Q1 revs amid higher costs while at the same time they delayed its newest passenger jet. Boeing widened its loss to $2.75 a share while revenue dropped 8% to $13.99 billion. In Q1, Boeing disclosed th...

Visa Selects 5 Startups For Its Visa Accelerator Program 2022 – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) has selected five startups to join the 2022 cohort of its Visa Accelerator Program in the Asia Pacific, Cymonz, Moneytree, Perfios, TallyKhata, and TripleA. The startups will work closely with Visa over the next six months creating defined commercial opportunities th...

Microsoft’s Cloud Strength Boosts Q3 Earnings Beat – $MSFT $DIA

Microsoft (MSFT) recently exceeded its fiscal Q3 earnings riding high on the cloud computing business. The technology reported adjusted earnings of $2.22 a share on sales of $49.4 billion in the quarter ended March 31, exceeding estimates of $2.19 a share on sales of $49 billion. For the current qua...

IBM Approves Quarterly Dividend Increase For 27th Consecutive Year – $IBM $DIA

Reportedly, the board of (IBM) announced an increase in the regular quarterly cash dividend to $1.65 per common share, marking it the 27th year in a row that the company has increased its quarterly cash dividend. The dividend is payable on June 10, 2022, to stockholders as of May 10, 2022. This is t...

3M Reports Declined Profits As N95 Mask Demand Dips – $MMM $DIA

As per reports,  Industrial giant 3M (MMM) reported a drop in quarterly adjusted profit driven by declining demand for its disposable N95 masks as COVID-19 recedes. A fall in COVID-19 cases globally due to high vaccination rates caused demand for masks to decrease, impacting the margins of the bigg...

Honeywell To Pay Quarterly Dividend On June 3 – $HON $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Honeywell.Inc (HON) announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.98 per share on the common outstanding stock payable on June 3, 2022. The dividend is payable to stockholders as of May 13, 2022. Vista Partners LLC (”Vista”) is a California Registered Investment Advisor ...

Coca-Cola Quarterly Revenue Exceeded Expectations – $KO $DIA

Coca-Cola Company's (KO) quarterly earnings exceeded estimates as consumers drank more of its namesake soda, Powerade, and Costa coffee. The beverage giant's unit case volume increased 8% during the quarter, fueled by demand for drinks like Powerade and Coke Zero Sugar. Despite the suspension of its...

Verizon’s Monthly Phone Subscribers Numbers Support 5G Efforts – $VZ $DIA

Verizon Communications, Inc.'s (VZ) quarterly release reported the loss of fewer-than-expected monthly phone subscribers in the first quarter, showing that the wireless carrier is benefiting from its huge investments in expanding its 5G and new broadband services, The company reported a loss of 36,0...

Amgen Due To Release Q1 Earnings Wednesday, April 27, 2022 – $AMGN $DIA

Reportedly, Amgen (AMGN) is to release its first-quarter earnings on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, after the market closes, followed by a conference call with the chairman and CEO Robert A. Bradway, the investment community, and other members of the company's senior management team at 2:00 p.m. PT. Liv...

McDonald’s Raises Objection Over Icahn Demands On Sourcing Pigs – $MCD $DIA

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) has raised concerns over Carl Icahn's demand for the burger chain to stop buying pork from suppliers that keep the animals in crates calling it expensive, and logistically unfeasible. Carl Icahn, who owns roughly $50,000 worth of McDonald's stock, is pressi...

Estée Lauder’s Christina Schelling Announced As Verizon’s Senior VP, Talent & Diversity – $EL $VZ $DIA

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ)  announced that Christina Schelling will be joining as Senior Vice President of Talent and Diversity on May 2. Schelling will lead Verizon’s DE&I, talent acquisition, learning and development, career planning, and leadership programs. Recently...

Travelers Publishes Annual Community Report Detailing Its $228M Charitable Contributions Over Decade – $TRV $DIA

Reportedly, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) released its annual Community Report, announcing 2021 charitable contributions of $24 million, bringing in the company’s total giving to approximately $228 million over the past decade. "We have a culture deeply rooted in helping others. Our communi...

Goldman Sachs’ Q1 Earnings Ride High On Wealth Management & Trading – $GS $DIA

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) reported a 43% drop in first-quarter profit but exceeded market estimates, as its wealth management performed strong and trading businesses partly offset a drop in equity underwriting as stock market listings dried up. Its global markets segment reporte...

Former Twitter Executive Dantley Davis Joins Nike As VP Of Digital Design – $TWTR $NKE $FB $NFLX

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has named Dantley Davis as the company’s Vice President of digital design. Earlier Davis was positioned as the first chief designer officer at Twitter. According to his LinkedIn profile, he also served as the director of product design at Facebook and as a design d...

Apple’s Launching “Expanded Protections For Children” In UK – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is introducing its controversial protections for children on iPhones in the UK, referred to by the company as “expanded protections for children” and lives within the Messages app on iOS, iPadOS, WatchOS, and macOS. Already launched in the US, the feature will now be...

Property & Casualty Insurer Travelers Reports 48% Increase In Q1 Profits – $TRV $DIA

The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) reported a 48% increase in quarterly profit exceeding analysts’ estimates as lower catastrophe-related claims filled up from investment losses. The company’s core income increased to $1.04 billion, or $4.22 per share, in the first quarter ended March 31, from ...

P&G Quarterly Earnings Display Promising Results Raises Full-Year Sales Forecast

Procter & Gamble Company (PG) reported quarterly earnings ended March 31 reporting an increase in net sales by 7% to $19.38 billion. Total sales volumes rose 3% despite price increases across most of P&G's product range. P&G earned $1.33 per share, beating the quarterly expectations of $...

Joseph Romanelli Returns To Merck To Lead Human Health International – $MRK $DIA

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) announced that Joseph Romanelli will lead Human Health International, and join Merck’s Executive Team, effective August 1, 2022, and will directly report to Robert M. Davis, chief executive officer, and president, of Merck. In this role, Romanelli will have ...

Goldman Sachs Pushing To Hire Senior Investment Bankers In Singapore – $GS $DIA

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) is boosting the hiring of its senior investment bankers in Singapore, as the U.S. lender looks to bolster its dealmaking capabilities in Southeast Asia. The firm has hired Chua Hui Yin from JPMorgan Chase & Co. to cover corporate finance and execution,...

Walmart Reports Jump In Trucker Applicants In Concert With Supply Chain Induced Salary Hike – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) sees the number of trucker applicants jump 8 to 10 times since the salary hike as the retailer recently shifted its pay structure so that truck drivers can earn up to $110,000 in their first year. "So far, and it's still in its early days, but we've see...

Home Depot Announces New CIO & EVP – $HD $DIA

Reportedly, the Home Depot, Inc. (HD) announced two major appointments this week, appointing Matt Carey as its executive vice president (EVP) of customer experience effective immediately. In this newly formed role, Carey will lead the vision, design, and development of new and innovative solutions t...

IBM Releases Q1 Earnings Finding Growth In The Cloud – $IBM $DIA

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) released first-quarter earnings, reporting a revenue increase of 8% to $14.20 billion in the first quarter, beating estimates of $13.85 billion. Adjusted profit of $1.40 per share also topped expectations of $1.38. IBM expects to hit the top end of i...

J&J Trims Annual Profit Forecast Due To Vaccine Performance – $JNJ DIA

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) released quarterly earnings, refusing to provide a forecast for sales of its COVID-19 vaccine, as vaccine hesitancy in low-income countries and low demand in higher-income nations, lead to a surplus. J&J also cut both ends of its full-year profit forecast by 25 cents ...

India’s Reliance Industries Studying A Bid For Walgreens’s Boots Chain – $WBA $DIA

Reportedly, Indian Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries Ltd is exploring a bid for drug retailer Walgreens Boots Alliance's (WBA) UK-based Boots business. The Boots business spans 2,200 stores in the UK, including pharmacies, and health and beauty stores, according to the chain's websit...

China Resumes Flights Using Boeing 737-800 Jetliners After March Crash – $BA $DIA

As per reports, China Eastern Airlines has restarted using Boeing's (BA) 737-800 jetliners for commercial flights less than a month after a crash that killed 132 people on board, and grounded over 200 of its aircraft. China Eastern flight MU5843, operated by a three-year-old Boeing 737-800 aircraft,...

Apple, Dell & Other Laptop Makers May Face Shipment Delays Amid China Lockdown – $AAPL $DELL $DIA

Reportedly, shipments of some Apple (AAPL) products, as well as Dell and Lenovo laptops are likely to face delays if China's COVID-19 lockdowns persist, analysts predict. China's attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19 has jammed highways and ports, stranded workers, and left countless factories awai...

P&G Announces CEO Jon R. Moeller As Chairman To The Board – $PG $DIA

As per reports, the Procter & Gamble Company (PG) has appointed Jon R. Moeller as Chairman of the Board, effective July 1, 2022. Moeller will take the position in addition to his role as President and Chief Executive Officer following the retirement of current Executive Chairman David Taylor. Th...

UnitedHealth’s Raises Full-Year Earnings Guidance – $UNH $DIA

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated's (UNH) Q1 earnings exceeded market estimates, reporting an adjusted profit of $5.49, up 3.4% from a strong year-ago quarter and 11 cents ahead of estimates. Revenue increased 14.2% to $80.149 billion, above estimates of $79 billion. The medical cost ratio, paid benef...

Caterpillar Announces Q1 Earnings Release Thursday, April 28

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is to release first-quarter 2022 financial results at 5:30 a.m. CDT on Thursday, April 28. The release can be reached at investors.caterpillar.com/financials/quarterly-results.   Dow 30 Component Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is the world’s chief manufact...

Intel Announces Quarterly Dividend Payable June 1, 2022 – $INTC $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Intel Corporation (INTC) announced a quarterly dividend of $.365/share on common stock ($1.46 per share on an annual basis). The dividend will be payable on June 1, 2022, to stockholders of record on May 7, 2022.   Intel Corporation (INTC) seeks to expand the bounda...

JP Morgan Q1 Profits Drops CEO Jamie Dimon Raises Concerns – $JPM $DIA

JPMorgan Chase & Co's (JPM) first-quarter earnings report disappointing figures amid concerns over U.S. bank ties to Russia and worries of an economic slowdown. The bank reported adjusted revenue of $31.59 billion versus the $31.44 billion expected. Adjusted Earnings per share of $2.63 were repo...

Caterpillar To Pay Quarterly Dividend On May 20 – $CAT $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has confirmed that they will maintain a quarterly dividend of $1.11 per share of common stock, payable May 20, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 25, 2022.   Dow 30 Component Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is the world...

P&G Reports Increased Dividend – $PG $DIA

Reportedly, the Board of Directors of The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) have declared a 5% increase in the quarterly dividend. The consumer giant is to pay 91.33 cents a share, up from a previous 87 cents a share, on May 16 to shareholders of record as of April 22. This dividend increase will ma...

PayPal’s Finance Chief John Rainey Joins Walmart As CFO – $PYPL $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has appointed PayPal Holdings Inc's (PYPL) finance head, John Rainey, as its chief financial officer (CFO),  effective June 6, replacing Brett Biggs. Brett Biggs served as Walmart's finance chief since 2015 and will continue to serve as an adviser until he...

Boeing Reports Q1 2022 Deliveries – $BA $DIA

Boeing (BA) reported major program deliveries across its commercial and defense operations for the first quarter of 2022. Major Programs  - Commercial Airplanes Programs - 1st Quarter 2022 737 86 747 1 767 5 777 3 787 - Total 95   Defense, Space ...

Cisco, Nvidia, Salesforce Top Fortune Magazine’s Best Place To Work in US List! – $CRM $CSCO $NVDA $DIA

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCOI has been ranked by Fortune Magazine as one of the best companies to work for in the U.S. Fortune praised the commitment of Cisco to the well-being of its nearly 39,000 workers worldwide as they return to work. Cisco topped last year's ranking, too, and has app...

Chevron Meets United Steelworkers Union (USW) Over Refinery Strike – $CVX $DIA

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) and the United Steelworkers union (USW) recently met to end a 3-week-old strike by 500 workers at the company's Richmond, California, refinery marking the first face-to-face discussion between the two sides. The first vice president of USW Local 12-5, B.K. W...

Visa Brings Board Level To 11 With Terry List’s Appointment – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) announced that Teri List has been appointed to its board of directors, effective April 11, 2022. Ms. List was executive vice president and chief financial officer of Gap Inc. from January 2017 until March 2020 and served as an advisor until June 2020. Ms. List also serves o...

Is Tesla Going to Begin Lithium Mining Amid High Demand & Price Surges? – $TSLA

Tesla's (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk is reportedly planning to or contemplating to begin mining for lithium as the price of the battery metal skyrockets. Lithium is an important component in electric vehicle batteries and so automakers are rushing for supplies, as a surge in demand is witnessed amid a globa...

VillageMD Adds Walgreens CEO Roz Brewer To Board Of Directors – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) chief executive officer Roz Brewer has joined the board of VillageMD, a company focused on developing hundreds of doctor-staffed clinics & connected to Walgreens drugstores across the U.S. Brewer, as well as another Walgreens board member, Dr. David ...

United Airlines Reportedly Confirms Delay of Boeing’s 777s With Pratt & Whitney Engines – $BA $UAL $DIA

Reportedly, United Airlines confirmed the delay in the return of some grounded Boeing (BA) 777 planes with Pratt & Whitney 4000 engines until at least May 12. An engine on a United Airlines 777 jet failed shortly after takeoff from Denver in February 2021, dropping debris over nearby cities but ...

Honeywell Q1 Earnings Scheduled To Be Released On April 29 – $HON $DIA

Honeywell (HON) is scheduled to release its Q1 financial results before the opening of the Nasdaq Stock Market on Friday, April 29, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EDT, as per reports. The live webcast can be reached at http://www.honeywell.com/investor. Vista Partners LLC (”Vista”)...

Merck’s Q1 Earnings To Be Released On April 28 – $MRK $DIA

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is scheduled to hold its Q1 2022 earnings conference call with investors and analysts at 8:00 a.m. EDT on Thursday, April 28, discussing the company's performance for the quarter and outlook. Interested parties may access the live audio webcast of the call on ...

Tesla Promises Futuristic Robotaxi At Its Texas Factory Opening – $TSLA

Electric carmaker Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk promises a "dedicated" self-driving taxi that will "look futuristic," without giving a timeframe. The announcement came at the opening of Tesla's $1.1 billion valued factory in Texas, which is home to its new headquarters. "Massive scale. Full self-drivi...

Walmart Announces Salary Raise For Freight Drivers Amid Shortage – $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is increasing starting salaries for its freight drivers to between $95,000 and $110,000 a year, up from an average starting salary of $87,500. The push comes as supply-chain problems add challenge to the already troubled trucking industry. The American Trucking...

Tesla Recalls A Number Of Model 3s In China Related To Semiconductor Components- $TSLA

As per reports, EV giant Tesla (TSLA) announced it is recalling 127,785 units of Model 3 cars in China, after potential faults in semiconductor components that might lead to collisions were discovered. According to the website of the State Administration for Market Regulation, the company will recal...

Chevron Schedules Q1 Earnings Release For Friday, April 29, 2022 – $CVX $DIA

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) is to host its first-quarter conference call on Friday, April 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. PT).  Speakers: Mike Wirth – Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Pierre Breber – Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Roderick Green ...

Walmart’s Indian E-commerce Co. Flipkart’s IPO Valuation Reportedly Raised To $60-70B Range – $WMT $DIA $AMZN

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Indian e-commerce company Flipkart has internally raised its IPO valuation target to $60-70 billion, and now plans a U.S. listing in 2023 instead of this year. Flipkart, which competes with Amazon.com (AMZN) in India's booming e-commerce space, earlier had an I...

Boeing’s Senior Executives To Discuss Company’s Outlook On April 22 – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Aerospace giant Boeing (BA) is to release its first-quarter, 2022 results at 10:30 AM EDT, on Wednesday, April 27. The results will be discussed and reviewed by David Calhoun (President and Chief Executive Officer) and Brian West (Executive VP and CFO). The webcast can be reached at ht...

Bose Working With Salesforce To Deliver Personalized Experiences & Service – $CRM $DIA

As per reports, a leader in premium audio products Bose is scheduled to deploy Salesforce's (CRM) Customer 360 expanding its robust direct-to-consumer business, offering personalized and tailored experiences delighting customers and building trust. Bose is set to specifically deploy Marketing Cloud...

Floridians Can Now Enjoy Affordable & Convenient Health Care Services At 5 New Walmart Health Centers – $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) announced the opening of 5 new Walmart Health centers across North and Central Florida, marking its expansion into Florida. Situated adjacent to Walmart Supercenters, these convenient state-of-the-art Walmart Health centers provide diverse services, including p...

Strategic Partnership With Microsoft Seeks To Accelerate Boeing’s Digital Transformation – $MSFT $BA $DIA

As per reports, Boeing (BA) and Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) announced that they are deepening their strategic partnership to accelerate Boeing's digital transformation.  Through the expanded collaboration, Boeing will leverage the Microsoft Cloud and its AI capabilities to update its technology infrastr...

Disney Appoints Ex-Nationwide COVID-19 Vaccine Education Campaigner As Executive VP, Global Communications – $DIS $DIA

As per reports, Kristina Schake has been appointed as Executive Vice President, Global Communications at The Walt Disney Company (DIS) effective immediately reporting to Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Geoff Morrell. Schake will lead the Company’s worldwide communications strategy and operations, ...

Visa Announces To Release Fiscal Q2 Earnings On April 26 – $V $DIA

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) has scheduled the release of its fiscal Q2 2022 financial results on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. The company's executive management team will host a live audio webcast beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss and review the results. After trading closes, Visa wi...

Amgen Contemplates Further Issuance of Green Bonds- $AMGN $DIA

Reportedly, Pharmaceutical giant Amgen Inc. (AMGN) is planning to sell more bonds to benefit the environment and society after its debut green bond was received well by investors. Amgen raised $4 billion in February in a four-part transaction including a $750 million green-bond tranche, a first for ...

Goldman Sachs Agrees To Acquire Chicago-based Fintech Firm NextCapital – $GS $DIA

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) is set to acquire NextCapital, a Chicago-based fintech firm that provides automated advice to corporate retirement plan participants. The acquisition is among the top five asset management deals New York-based Goldman has done. The deal offers Goldman a...

Walmart Scheduled To Hold 2022 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting On June 1 – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc.(WMT) is scheduled to hold its Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, in a virtual-only format beginning at 10:30 a.m. CDT. While shareholders will be able to attend the meeting online through a live audio webcast, there will be no physical loc...

UnitedHealth To Acquire Home Healthcare Services Co. LHC Group For $5.4B In Cash

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group (UNH) is to acquire providers of healthcare services at home, LHC Group for $5.4 billion in cash, expanding its home health services. The deal will combine the LHC Group with UnitedHealth's Optum unit, primarily for older patients dealing with chronic illness and i...

Boeing Announces Leanne Caret To Retire – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Boeing's (BA) head of defense division, Leanne Caret, 55 is set to retire after nearly 35 years of association with the aviation company and will be succeeded by Ted Colbert effective April 1. Caret supervised the development of the successful MQ-25 drone program and the U.S. Air Force's...

Air Lease To Provide Aeromexico Airlines 9 Boeing Planes – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Mexican airline Aeromexico has reached an agreement to rent nine Boeing (BA) planes, informed Air Lease Corporation. The deal will expand the carrier's fleet as it emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Air Lease will provide Aeromexico with two new 737-8s and seven new 737-9s, expected to ...

iPhone Users May Soon Be Able To Pay Monthly For Their Devices – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) could offer the iPhone in a new subscription plan that allows people to pay monthly for their devices. The deal will allow people to subscribe to a hardware service that would mean they would get hold of an iPhone or iPad. Recently, the iPhone maker has launched a range of m...

J&J & Legend Biotech’s Multiple Myeloma CAR-T Therapy Receives Recommendation From European Medicines Agency – $JNJ $LEGN $DIA

Reportedly, the European Medicines Agency has recommended the use of CAR-T therapy to treat multiple myeloma by Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and its partner Legend Biotech Corp. (LEGN) nearly a month after the treatment was cleared in the United States. The drug now needs the approval of the European...

Salesforce.com Announces Name Change Effective April 4 – $CRM $DIA $FB

As per reports, Salesforce (CRM) has now declared a change in its legal name to Salesforce, Inc. from salesforce.com, inc, effective April 4, 2022. Not quite the radical change or move that Facebook (FB) took when they renamed themselves Meta, but still it is a relatively big move for the CRM behemo...

Is Apple Feelin’ The Heat Now That Google Allows Alternative Payment Systems On Play Store? – $AAPL $GOOG $DIA

Reportedly, Google's (GOOG) shift to allow alternative payment systems on its Google Play store is expected to put pressure on Apple (AAPL) to adopt a similar change to its App Store. Recently, Google launched an alternative billing system in South Korea in response to a new law there and is now exp...

Coca Cola To Host Conference Call On April 25 Following Q1 Release – $KO $DIA

Reportedly, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) is to release its first quarter of 2022 financial results on April 25 before the market opens, followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The event can be reached at  www.coca-colacompany.com/investors.    Dow 30 ...

Apple Investing In First Large Batch Of Carbon-Free Aluminum For ‘Low-Cost’ iPhone SE – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is set to purchase its first industrial-size batch of carbon-free aluminum to use in its 'low-cost' iPhone SE, as it steps up efforts to reduce the carbon footprint from the metal it uses heavily in product casings. The company has been taking steps to reduce its use of ...

P&G Announces Q3 Earnings Scheduled For 8:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 – $PG $DIA

As per reports, the Procter & Gamble Company to webcast the release of its third-quarter earnings results at 8:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. A live audio webcast of the event can be reached at www.pginvestor.com.     The Procter & Gamble Company (PG), a Dow 30 component...

Merck’s Head Of Global Clinical Development & Chief Medical Officer Dr. Roy D. Baynes Announces Retirement – $MRK $DIA

As per reports, the head of Global Clinical Development (GCD), and Chief Medical Officer, Merck Research Laboratories (MRL) (MRK) , Dr. Roy D. Baynes announces retirement from the position in July. He will be succeeded by Dr. Eliav Barr, effective April 1, 2022. Dr. Baynes will continue to report to...

UnitedHealth Schedules Q1 2022 Release On April 14 – $UNH $DIA

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group (UNH) is to release its Q1 2022 financial results on Thursday, April 14, 2022, before the market opens, followed by a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors. The call will be a webcast on the Investor Relations page of the...

Apple Buys London’s Startup Credit Kudos – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has acquired London-based credit scoring startup Credit Kudos Ltd., strengthening its push into payments technology. Credit Kudos allows businesses to assess loan applicants by analyzing banking data, such as user transactions and offers a service for potential borrower...

Apple Settles Patent Dispute With Canadian Patent-Licensing Company WiLAN – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Canadian patent-licensing company WiLAN Inc. has entered in to a new license agreement with Apple (AAPL) related to wireless technology, resolving a patent fight between the companies just weeks after Apple won an appeal of an $85 million court win for WiLAN. Quarterhill Inc., WiLAN’s ...

De Grivel Nigam Succeeds Barry Meyers As Head Of JP Morgan’s ECM In U.K. & Ireland – $JPM $DIA

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) has appointed Virginie de Grivel Nigam to lead its equity capital markets business in the U.K. and Ireland, replacing Barry Meyers. De Grivel Nigam has most recently been head of JPMorgan’s equity-linked operations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. ...

AstraZeneca-Merck’s Lynparza Early-Stage Breast Cancer Drug Gains U.S. FDA Approval – $AZN $MRK $DIA $ATOS

As per reports, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the cancer drug, jointly developed by Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) and AstraZeneca Plc. (AZN) as a treatment for patients with early-stage breast cancer with certain mutations. The drug, Lynparza, was approved for patients suffering f...

Walmart GoLocal Partners With Delivery Solutions To Deploy Omnichannel Shopping Experience- $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart GoLocal, Walmart's (WMT) white-label delivery offering,  has partnered with the leading provider of third-party aggregation and orchestration software, Delivery Solutions, for last-mile delivery and fulfillment. The collaboration will further enable Delivery Solutions, customers...

Marina Pariseau Rejoins 3M As Chief Diversity Officer – $MMM $DIA

As per reports, Marina Pariseau joined 3M (MMM) as its chief diversity officer and vice president, Global Diversity & Inclusion, Human Resources starting Feb. 14. Marina started her Human Resources career at 3M, and her presence offers diverse & inclusive human resources experience. Earlier,...

Travelers Schedules Q1 Release For April 19 – $TRV $DIA

Reportedly, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) is scheduled to review and discuss its first quarter 2022 results at 9 a.m. ET on Tuesday, April 19, following the release of results earlier that morning. The webcast can be reached at investor.travelers.com. The event can also be reached by dialing 8...

Tesla Is Witnessnessing Exponential Growth As Gas Gets Costlier – $TSLA

Reportedly, as gas prices are surging higher and faster than before, EV giant Tesla (TSLA) is believed to be experiencing an in concert surge in sales. Three Tesla models topped the list of BEV sales in the US in January, with Model Y registrations at 18,549 (36.8% of all BEVs) and Model 3 at 13,604...

British Beauty Products Brand ‘BEAUTYSPACENK’ To Leverage Walmart Platform- $WMT $DIA

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) and British retailer Space NK are teaming up to bring prestige beauty products to Walmart.com and nearly 250 Walmart stores nationwide this summer. The unique collaboration, called BEAUTYSPACENK, leverages Walmart’s size and scale with the iconic British pers...

Wall Street Giant Goldman Sachs Exits Russia – $GS $DIA

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) became the first Wall Street bank to close its operations in Russia and exit the country following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. Operating in Moscow has been increasingly difficult for Western financial institutions amid international sanctions against ...

Visa Acquires Open Banking Platform Tink – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Visa  (V) has completed the acquisition of Tink, an open banking platform that enables financial institutions, fintech, and merchants to build financial products and services and move money. Through a single API, Tink offers its customers to move money, access aggregated financial data,...

American Express Announces A 20% Dividend Increase – $AXP $DIA

As per reports, the board of American Express Company (AXP) has approved a dividend of $.52 per common share, a 20% increase from $.43 cents,  in the regular quarterly dividend on the company’s common stock payable on May 10, 2022, to shareholders as on April 8, 2022.   Dow 30 component ...

3M Added To List Of Western Firms To Halt Operations In Russia – $MMM $DIA

Reportedly, Industrial giant 3M (MMM) has halted operations in Russia adding to the list of Western firms that have suspended operations in the country after the Ukraine invasion. "After re-assessing our business in Russia, we have decided to suspend all business operations there," the company stat...

Caterpillar Suspends Operations In Its Russian Manufacturing Facilities – $CAT $DIA

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is suspending operations in its manufacturing facilities in Russia, joining increasingly long list of the companies that have halted business in the country after the invasion of Ukraine. "Operations in Russia have become increasingly challenging, including ...

Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP Agreed To Spend $118M To Clean & Upgrade Petrochemical Plants- $CVX $DIA

Reportedly, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, a joint venture between Chevron Corporation (CVX) and Phillips 66 has agreed to spend $118 million to clean and upgrade three of its petrochemical plants on the Gulf Coast. Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP has been ordered to pay $3.4 million as ...

United Health Foundation Donate $1M To Support Relief Efforts In Ukraine – $UNH $DIA

As per reports, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (UNH), the United Health Foundation, is to donate $1 million in support of relief efforts in Ukraine. The donation includes $500,000 to Save the Children, the U.S. affiliate of Save the Children International, supporting Ukraine Cris...

McDonald’s To Incur Significant Losses Over Russian Store Closures – $MCD $DIA

As per reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) informed that the temporary closure of its 847 stores in Russia will cost the fast-food chain about $50 million a month. A cascade of major American brands, including Starbucks Corp, PepsiCo Inc, and Coca-Cola Co, followed McDonald's to cease some or al...

Walmart Announces Plans To Open New Fulfillment Center In Southern Pennsylvania – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is set to open a new fulfillment center in southern Pennsylvania to support the retailer’s rapidly increasing supply chain network and eCommerce capabilities. The 1.8M+ square-foot Shippensburg facility will be located at 2281 United Drive and is expected...

AmEx Exits Russia Amid Invasion In Ukraine – $AXP $V $MS $DIA $AAPL

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) is the latest credit card company to announce it is pulling out of Russia and Belarus as Vladimir Putin’s invasion into Ukraine escalates. The company informed that globally issued American Express cards will no longer work at merchants or ATMs in Russia....

Cincinnati, Ohio-based Procter & Gamble Company Halts New Capital Investments In Russia – $PG $DIA

As per reports, Cincinnati, Ohio-based Procter & Gamble Company (PG) to halt all new capital investments in Russia and reduce its portfolio to focus on health, basic hygiene, and personal care items, informed CEO Jon Moeller. P&G is also suspending all media, advertising, and promotional act...

Verizon Offers Expanded Calling, Texting & Data Relief Services For Customers In Eastern Europe – $VZ $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is expanding relief efforts in order to keep its customers connected to family, friends, and loved ones in the affected areas in Eastern Europe amid the Russian Invasion. Verizon is waiving international calling, texting, and in-country data charges for ...

Merck’s COVID-19 Antiviral Pill Receives WHO Recommendation For High-Risk Patients – $MRK $DIA

Reportedly, the World Health Organization (WHO) expert panel has backed the use of Merck & Co Inc's (MRK) COVID-19 antiviral pill for high-risk patients. The expert panel conditionally recommended the pill, molnupiravir, for patients with the non-severe disease with a high risk of hospitalizatio...

Walmart’s ‘Walmart2Walmart’ Introduces Low-Price Fee On Money Transfers To Mexico – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) money transfer program, Walmart2Walmart is offering significantly cheaper rates for its customers to send money from any Walmart store in the U.S. to any Walmart store in Mexico for as little as $2.50 per transaction. The low fee marks another major milesto...

Amgen To Pay Q2 2022 Dividend On June 8 – $AMGN $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Amgen (AMGN) has announced a $1.94 per share dividend for the second quarter of 2022, payable June 8, 2022, to all shareholders of record as of  May 17, 2022. If you liked this story please consider, visiting the Atossa Therapeutics (ATOS) dedicated page at Vista Partners...

Apple Announces Spring Product Launch Event For March 8- $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Apple Inc. (AAPL) announced its annual spring product launch event on March 8, with an idea to launch a low-cost version of its popular iPhone with 5G, a high-end Mac Mini, and a new version of the iPad Air. The new launch would be the first update to the iPhone SE model in two years...

Salesforce Beats Q4 Revenue Estimates, Raises Outlook For April Quarter – $CRM $DIA

The enterprise software maker, Salesforce released Q4 earnings, reporting a revenue increase of 26% to $7.33 billion, including $312 million from Slack. A year earlier, Salesforce earnings were $1.04 a share, including investment gains, on sales of $5.82 billion. Salesforce earnings dropped 19% to 8...

Gerflor Group Takes Over 3M’s Floor Products Business In Western Europe – $MMM $DIA

As per reports, 3M (MMM) has completed sales of its floor products business in Western Europe, formerly known as Dinac, to Gerflor Group, a global leader in the production and distribution of floorings, wall coverings, and finishes. The business unit was part of 3M's Construction and Home Improvemen...

Visa Appoints BlackRock’s Frank Cooper III As New CMO – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Frank Cooper III will join Visa (V) as its Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) in May 2022. Additionally, he will also serve as a member of the company’s Executive Committee and report to Al Kelly, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mr. Cooper will head the global marketing organiza...

Maggie Hallbach Appointed To Lead Public Sector Business At Verizon – $VZ $DIA

As per reports, Verizon Business (VZ) announced the appointment of Maggie Hallbach to the role of senior vice president for Verizon Public Sector, leading the team that serves the company’s federal, state, local, education, and Verizon Frontline public safety customers. Hallbach's 25 years at Veri...

San Ramon, California-based Chevron Doubles Stock Repurchase Program- $CVX $DIA

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) announced that it will double its share buyback to as much as $10 billion a year. The San Ramon, California-based company is looking to buy back between $5 billion and $10 billion of stock each year, an increase from previous guidance of $3 billion to $5 bil...

Merck Announces Exit Of Dr. Julie L. Gerberding, Chief Patient Officer & Executive VP Population Health & Sustainability – $MRK $DIA

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) chief patient officer and executive vice president, population health and sustainability, Dr. Julie L. Gerberding, to retire from the company in May 2022. Dr. Gerberding to join as CEO of the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) on May 16. ...

Verizon Gets Its First U.S. Private 5G Client – $VZ $DIA

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) to build a private 5G network for BlackRock Inc. at its new Hudson Yards headquarters, marking the beginning of what the telecom giant expects to be a major business opportunity. New 5G wireless technology can replace Wi-Fi and will enhance BlackRoc...

Entertainment Giants Disney, Sony, Warner Bros. Place Hold On Upcoming Films In Russia

As per reports, Hollywood studios Disney (DIS), Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Warner Bros. announced to pause theatrical releases of upcoming films in Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine. The Walt Disney Co. will  pause the release of theatrical films in Russia, starting with the upcom...

New Data To Be Presented By Neubase Therapeutics On Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1 Program At #MDA2022 In Nashville- $NBSE $XBI

Patients with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) suffer from cognitive deficits and muscle pathology caused by a trinucleotide expansion in the DMPK gene. NeuBase’s DM1 investigational genetic therapy targets DMPK pre-mRNA with a novel peptide-nucleic acid (PNA) pharmacophore and is designed to sele...

Russia May Be Removed From JPMorgan’s ESG Bond Indexes – $JPM $DIA

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is in discussion to remove Russia from the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) versions of its JPMorgan's Government Bond Index-Emerging Markets indexes, and the Emerging Market Bond Index, while it continues to review the country's ejection from...

Verizon To Pay Quarterly Dividend On May 2 – $VZ $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced its quarterly dividend of 64 cents per outstanding share. The board announced the dividend is payable on May 2, 2022, to all stockholders of record as of April 8, 2022. Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg stated, “We are pleased that our consiste...

Magdeburg In Germany Identified For Intel’s Prospective Multibillion-Euro European Chip Factory

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) has chosen the east German city of Magdeburg as the site for a new multibillion-euro European chip factory and is expected to make the decision public on March 4. The small city of Magdeburg is the capital of Saxony-Anhalt state and has space for a new plant ...

Chevron To Acquire Renewable Energy Group, North America’s Largest Producer of Advanced Biofuels – $CVX $DIA $REGI

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has announced that it is acquiring Renewable Energy Group Inc. (REGI) for about $3.15 billion. The transaction marks a significant boost for the oil giant's investment in renewable fuels, demand for which is expected to grow in the near future as businesses ...

JPMorgan Chase Schedules 2022 Investor Day On May 23, 2022 – $JPM $DIA

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is to hold an Investor Day in New York City on Monday, May 23, 2022. A live audio webcast and presentation slides can be reached on the same day at the company's website under Investor Relations, Events & Presentations.   JPMorgan Chase & Co...

Ukraine’s Vice PM Mykhailo Fedorov Seeks Cooperation From Apple Regarding Business In Russia – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Mykhailo Fedorov, serving as Ukraine’s vice prime minister and overseeing digital operations is seeking cooperation from iPhone maker Apple Inc. (AAPL) employing them to halt product sales in Russia and shut down its App Store in the country. Making the request in a letter to Appl...

Boeing May Face Another Blow Over If 777X Jets Delivery is Delayed- $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Emirates may cancel an order for Boeing (BA) 777X passenger jets if the model's delivery slips beyond the end of 2023. Dubai's Emirates is the largest customer for the upgraded version of Boeing's 777 mini-jumbo. The upgrade is under additional scrutiny and certification delays in the wa...

Chevron Invests In The World Leader In Building Cost-Effective Industrial Carbon Capture Methods- $CVX $DIA

As per reports, a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (CVX), Chevron U.S.A. Inc., is investing in Carbon Clean, a world leader in building cost-effective industrial carbon capture methods. Carbon Clean’s technology is built to reduce the costs and physical footprint required for carbon capture in co...

Home Depot Adds PepsiCo & Clear Inc. Execs To Its Board – $HD $PEP $DIA

As per reports, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) announced the appointment of Paula Santilli, CEO of PepsiCo Latin America, and Caryn Seidman-Becker, chair, and CEO of CLEAR, to its board of directors, effective March 1, 2022, making it a total of 14 directors to its board. Since 2019, Santilli has served...

UnitedHealth Care Faces Lawsuit By U.S. Justice Department Over $7.8B Acquisition Of Change Healthcare – $UNH $DIA

As per reports, the U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit to stop UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) from acquiring Change Healthcare, stating that the $7.84B deal would give UnitedHealth access to its competitors' sensitive information. The largest U.S. health insurer informed that it woul...

Sports Wear Giant Nike To Release Q3 Earnings On March 21 – $NKE $DIA

Reportedly,  NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is to release its third-quarter fiscal 2022 financial results at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT on Monday, March 21, 2022, followed by a conference call conducted by Nike's management starting at 2:00 p.m. PT to discuss and review results. The conference call will be broad...

Two Senior Executives From “Call of Duty” Maker Activision Blizzard To Step Down Ahead Of Microsoft Deal – $ATVI $MSFT $DIA

Reportedly, two senior executives of Video game maker Activision Blizzard Inc's (ATVI) mobile gaming unit are leaving the company before its deal with Microsoft (MSFT). In January, Microsoft announced that it was buying the "Call of Duty" maker for $68.7 billion marking the biggest deal in the histo...

J&J In Close Talks With S.Africa’s Aspen Over Vaccine Licensing Deal – $JNJ $DIA

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is close to a vaccine licensing deal with South African group Aspen Pharmacare, informed a senior executive at the company. In November, Aspen signed non-binding terms with subsidiaries of J&J, marking a step towards a licensing deal for Aspen to package a...

Could 5G Deployment Be A Potential Threat To Radio Altimeters On Most Boeing 737s?- $BA $DIA

Reportedly, U.S. regulators are warning that 5G wireless operations could affect radio altimeters in most Boeing (BA) 737 aircraft and impact crew workload and airplane landings. The Federal Aviation Administration's directive affects Boeing's 737s, except its 200 and 200-c series, the Federal Regis...

Is Goldman Seeking The Return Of Bonuses From Bankers Leaving The Bank? – $GS $DIA

As per reports, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS)  is looking for ways such as seizing vested pay to discourage top bankers from leaving. The U.S major is looking at confiscating vested stock of Omer Ismail and David Stark, both of who left the bank last year. Additionally, Goldman is also pullin...

Travelers Acquires Insurtech Company Trōv Technology – $TRV $DIA

As per reports, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) has acquired one of the earliest and most widely recognized insurtechs, Trōv. Trōv, which is known to have introduced numerous digital solutions transforming the insurance industry over the last several years, including on-demand insurance, micro...

Home Depot Releases Q4 Earnings – Warns Of Surging Costs Emerge – $HD $DIA

As per reports, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) released fourth-quarter earnings this week, with sales rising 10.7% to $35.72 billion, while earnings per share of $3.21 were reported to exceed estimates of $3.18. Expenses along with surging costs of everything from fuel to wages led to a 35-basis point de...

Billionaire Activist Investor Carl Icahn Intensifying McDonald’s Fight Over Pork Sourcing

Reportedly, billionaire activist investor Carl Icahn has nominated two members to McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) board of directors for election during the company’s 2022 annual shareholder meeting in the fight over the treatment of pigs by the burger chain's suppliers. The other odd thing is that...

American Airlines Trims International Summer Flights Amid Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner Delay – $AAL $BA $DIA

As per reports, Texas-based carrier American Airlines Group Inc. (AAL) is trimming its summer schedule due to the delayed delivery of Boeing Co's (BA) 787 Dreamliner jets. The airline informed it now expects to receive only 10 Dreamliner planes this year and not 13 as expected. Also, the remaining j...

Christoph Schell Succeeds Michelle Johnston As Intel’s New Executive VP & Chief Commercial Officer of SMG – $INTC $DIA

As per reports, Christoph Schell has been appointed executive vice president and chief commercial officer to lead the Sales, Marketing, and Communications Group (SMG), Intel Corporation (INTC) effective March 14. Schell will succeed Michelle Johnston Holthaus, who will continue in his new role as ge...

Intel Pushes Back Planned Roll-Out Of Its Standalone Desktop Graphics Chips To Q2 – $INTC $DIA

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) has pushed back the launch of standalone graphics chips for desktops to the second quarter, however, the ones for laptops will be rolled out in the first quarter as originally planned. Last year in August, the chip giant informed that the graphics chips for P...

Walmart Beats Q4 Earnings Estimates, Announces Buyback & Dividend Increase – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc.'s (WMT) fourth-quarter earnings beat estimates reporting a 10% increase to $1.53 per share, with sales of $152.87 billion. U.S. Walmart same-store sales excluding fuel advanced 5.6%, in line with forecasts. Walmart's U.S. e-commerce sales were up just 1% versus ...

Disney Announces Building Local Theme Based U.S. Residential Communities – $DIS $DIA

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company (DIS) is to design U.S. residential communities in deals with property developers, capitalizing on fans' passion and enthusiasm for the entertainment giant’s control of detail, elaborate and fancy experiences. Recently, Disney announced Cotino, its first residentia...

Amazon & Visa Resolve Dispute Over Payment Fees – $AMZN $V $DIA

Reportedly, Amazon (AMZN) and Visa Inc. (V) have resolved their dispute where Amazon was considering a ban on U.K.-issued Visa credit cards,  threatened to damage the financial giant’s business, and disrupt e-commerce payments. The retailer informed it will no longer charge customers who use Visa...

Cisco Records Q2 Earnings Beat, Adds Bullish Forecast & Boosts Share Buyback – $CSCO $DIA

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) recorded a Q2 earnings beat giving a bullish forecast for the current quarter and boosting its share buyback program. The company forecasts sales to increase 3% to 5% in the period ending in April, compared with an average analyst projection of 4% revenue growth, or $13.3 ...

VISTA UPDATE REPORT: INVO Bioscience Q2 Progress, Insiders Buying, & Accretive Acquisition Strategy Added – $INVO

Today, the global fertility market is a multi-million dollar market that is predicted to hit around US$47.9 billion by 2030, yet remains severely underserved with experts' estimates suggesting that more than 90% of couples in need of infertility treatment are going without care.  INVO Bioscience, I...

Disney’s Executive Mike White To Lead Its Metaverse Strategy – $DIS $FB $DIA

As per reports, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) has appointed Mike White, an executive in the Media and Entertainment Distribution group, to the new role of senior vice president of Next Generation Storytelling and Consumer Experiences, leading the entertainment giant's metaverse strategy. White will ...

Verizon Returns With Its 4th Transaction In The Green Bond Market -$VZ $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) is back to the green bond market with a $1 billion offering, its fourth transaction since it first started raising funds earmarked for environmental projects in 2019. As per sources, the telecom giant is selling the bonds in one tranche maturing in 30 yea...

Merck Announces 3 New Leadership Appointments For Its Human Health Business – $MRK $DIA

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) announced three new leadership for its Human Health business, effective Feb. 28, 2022. Arpa Garay will lead Human Health Global Marketing, Jannie Oosthuizen will lead Human Health U.S., and the company is recruiting externally to fill the Human Health Inte...

UnitedHealth Announces Cash Dividend On Common Stock- $UNH $DIA

Reportedly, the board of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) declared a cash dividend of $1.45 per share,  payable to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of March 14, 2022. The dividend is to be paid on March 22, 2022.   Dow 30 component UnitedHealth Group ...

Darius Adamczyk, Chairman & CEO Honeywell, Appointed To Johnson & Johnson’s Board – $HON $JNJ $DIA

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) announced the appointment of Darius Adamczyk, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Honeywell, to its Board of Directors. Currently, in his role as the Chairman and CEO of Honeywell, Darius Adamczyk has helped to bring solutions and technology to market that...

Walgreens Advertising Group Launches New Solutions For Brand Advertisers – $WBA $DIA

As per reports, Walgreens Advertising Group (wag) is set to launch new self-serve programmatic and clean-room solutions allowing brand advertisers to run campaigns more openly on their terms. The new offering will offer businesses the ability to target consumers by applying audiences based on Walgre...

Merck To Discuss Its ESG Priorities On Feb 23

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is scheduled to hold a virtual Investor Event where its senior management team will discuss Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) priorities on Wednesday, February 23 at 10:00 a.m. EST. The webcast can be reached by analysts, investors, members of t...

Tech Giant Intel Acquiring Israeli Chipmaker Tower Semiconductor For $5.4B – $INTC $DIA $TSEM

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) has entered a deal to buy Israeli chipmaker Tower Semiconductor for $5.4B focusing on further expanding its manufacturing capacity and technology portfolio amid rising demand. The transaction is expected to close in about 12 months and has been unanimously appro...

Boeing’s E-Commerce Unit Achieves $2B Sales Mark in 2021- $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) recorded e-commerce parts sales last year with more than $2 billion in online orders. Boeing Distribution Inc. (formerly Aviall) sold nearly 70,000 parts products through its e-commerce site to commercial and government customers. Commercial orders reported $1.5 billion in sa...

Walmart Drops Mask Mandate For Fully Vaccinated U.S. Workers – $WMT $DIA $AMZN

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has removed the mask mandate for fully vaccinated workers working in company facilities in the United States unless ordered by a state or local mandate. However, employees working in clinical care units. i.e. health clinics and pharmacies and having direct cust...

Visa U.S. Spending Momentum Index Show Drop In Consumer Spending For January -$V $DIA

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) announced that the U.S. Spending Momentum Index (SMI) came in at 102.4 in January, dropping from 109.4 in December. The SMI’s decline from December was mainly due to the rise in new Omicron variant cases. The Visa SMI is an economic indicator of consumer health spendi...

Honeywell To Pay Quarterly Dividend On March 11 – $HON $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Honeywell International Inc (HON) has announced a quarterly dividend of $.98 per share, payable on March 11, 2022. The dividend is payable out of surplus to common stockholders as of February 25, 2022. Vista Partners LLC (”Vista”) is a California Registered Investment A...

Coca-Cola Pushes Towards 25% Reusable Packaging By 2030 – $KO $DIA

Reportedly, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) aims for 25% of its packaging globally to be reusable by 2030, after being criticized for worldwide plastic pollution. According to the global coalition Break Free From Plastic's annual report released in October, the company was the world's worst plastic pollu...

Walmart Schedules Q4 Earnings Call On Feb 17 – $WMT $DIA

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is to release its fourth-quarter earnings on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at 7 a.m. CST. The live conference call will be hosted by the president and CEO, Doug McMillon, and Brett Biggs, executive VP, and CFO with the Investment Community, to discuss the result...

Coca-Cola Earnings Beat Q4 Estimates – Sees Inflationary Pressures – $KO $DIA

Soda giant, Coca-Cola Company (KO) reported strong Q4 earnings that beat estimates, but the company predicts a weaker-than-expected outlook, predicting that higher inflation would continue to weigh on its profits throughout 2022. Earning Highlights: Adjusted Earnings per share were 45 cents ver...

Disney’s Streaming Drives Earnings Beat – $DIS $DIA

The Walt Disney Company's (DIS) quarterly earnings release revived faith in the entertainment giant’s streaming services, along with recovery at its theme parks boosting shares. The company reported addition of 11.8 million Disney+ subscribers in the first quarter, and forecast higher subscriber g...

3M Appoints Fiserv’s Suzan Kereere To Its Board – $FISV $MMM $DIA

 Reportedly, 3M (MMM) has appointed Suzan Kereere, Head of Global Business Solutions at Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) to its Board of Directors, effective February 10, 2022, increasing the Board size from 12 to 13 members. Kereere has more than 20 years of experience in leading global businesses around the w...

Jennifer Como Promoted To Head Of Investor Relations For Visa – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) has appointed Head of Investor relations succeeding Mike Milotich who will leave Visa later this month and join as chief financial officer of a publicly-traded company. She joined the company in 2019, and currently serves as the senior vice president of investor relations a...

Swiss Climate Finance Specialist South Pole Taps Temasek & Salesforce.Com For Investment – $CRM $DIA

As per reports, climate finance specialist the South Pole has gained the investment arm of Salesforce.Com Inc. (CRM) and Singapore's Temasek as minority investors after a new round of funding. The South Pole develops projects to reduce carbon emissions and has gathered finance for nearly 1,000 proje...

3M Announces Q1 Dividend – $MMM $DIA

Reportedly, the board of 3M (MMM) announced their Q1 common stock dividend of $1.49 per share payable on March 12, 2022. The dividend is payable to all shareholders as of Feb. 18, 2022. 3M has paid dividends to its stockholders without interruption for more than 100 years and has returned over $14 b...

Home Improvement Retailer Home Depot Schedules Q4 & Fiscal 2021 Earnings Release On Feb 22 – $HD $DIA

As per reports, The Home Depot® (HD) is to announce its Fourth Quarter & Fiscal 2021 Earnings Conference Call on Tuesday, February 22, at 9 a.m. ET. The webcast can be reached under the Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call icon at http://ir.homedepot.com/events-and-presentations.   ...

Boeing Reports Lower Dreamliner Delivery Issues For January – $BA $DIA

As per reports, Boeing (BA) has delivered 32 aircraft in January the lowest in three months, as its sidelined 787 Dreamliner program continued to weigh on the planemaker's ability to capitalize on the recovery in air travel. Boeing handed over 27 737 MAX jets in January and three widebody aircraft, ...

EU Countries Donate 2M Doses Of J&J COVID Vaccine To Nigeria As A Part Of COVAX Initiative

Reportedly, Nigeria has received 2 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) COVID-19 vaccine from Finland, Greece, and Slovenia. More EU donations are expected to arrive in the coming weeks, as part of a donation pledge by the European Union to African countries via the COVAX initiative laun...

Amgen’s Q4 Earnings Report Confirms Increase in Revenues – $AMGN $DIA

Reportedly, Amgen (AMGN) released Q4 revenue reporting a 3% increase driven by the sales of a COVID-19 antibody treatment it has partnered with Eli Lilly and Co. (LLY). However, sales its of own legacy drugs dropped 1%, amid pricing pressure from lower-cost competition. The Dow 30 component reporte...

INVO Bioscience Eyes +20 U.S. Cities To Expand Rollout Of Advanced Infertility Treatment ‘INVO Centers’ – $INVO

Today, the global fertility market is a multi-billion industry, yet remains severely underserved, with estimates suggesting more than 90% of couples in need of infertility treatment going without care. INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ: INVO), a commercial-stage fertility company focused on expanding access t...

Boeing Enters Agreement With EPIC Fuels For Sustainable Aviation Fuel In Washington & South Carolina – $BA $DIA

As per reports, Boeing (BA) has entered a supply agreement with EPIC Fuels for a million gallons (7.5 million liters) of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to power it's Commercial Airplanes operations in Washington state and South Carolina through 2022. The transaction marks the largest annou...

Walgreens Announces Appointment Of HealthCare Tech Co. Expert Steven J. Shulman As 11th Board Member – $WBA $DIA

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) announced the appointment of Steven J. Shulman to the company’s board of directors becoming the board’s 11th member, effective Jan. 27, 2022. Shulman appointment will offer expertise in healthcare management, as well as an extensive leadership background...

Walgreens Schedules Quarterly Dividend Payable On March 11 – $WBA $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. announced a quarterly dividend of 47.75 cents per share, similar to the previous quarter and an increase of 2.1 percent from the year-ago quarter. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of Feb. 18, 2022, payable on March 11, 2022....

IBM Working With Canadian Province Of Quebec To Boost Deployment Of Quantum Computing

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is partnering with the Canadian province of Quebec to boost quantum computing, which could help advance areas like battery development. Anthony Annunziata, IBM's director of accelerated discovery informed that IBM is deploying the quantum...

Nike Sues Online Reseller StockX Over Sell Of Sneaker NFTs – $NKE $DIA

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has sued online reseller Detroit-based StockX in New York federal court for selling unauthorized images of Nike shoes, making it the latest lawsuit over digital assets known as non-fungible tokens (NFTs). StockX, a platform for reselling sneakers, handbags, and other goo...

Honeywell’s Q4 Earnings Fail To Meet Estimates – $HON $DIA

As per reports, Honeywell International Inc (HON) reported lower-than-expected quarterly sales reporting a decline in sales in three out of its four segments, hurt by supply chain challenges at its aerospace segment and a fall in demand for masks.  Sales at Honeywell's high-margin aerospace segment...

Merck Releases Q4 Earnings Stays Bullish On COVID-19 Pill Sales – $MRK $DIA

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) released fourth-quarter earnings recently. They confirmed that they expecting its 2022 sales to increase as much as 18 percent over last year, mostly on sales of its new COVID-19 pill, molnupiravir. The drugmaker also informed that the sales of the COVID-19 dr...

IBM Acquires Boston-Based Sentaca – A Leading Telco Consulting Services & Solutions Provider

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has acquired Sentaca, a leading telco consulting services and solutions provider headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The acquisition will accelerate IBM’s hybrid cloud consulting business, adding critical skills to help communic...

FAA To Propose Revised Pilot Training Ensuring Focus On Flightpath Management – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing training revisions to help pilots avoid overreliance on autopilot and to ensure focus on flightpath management. The regulatory body is issuing draft guidance and recommended practices, informing that it was important that even on aut...

Apple Appeals U.S Lawmakers To Say No To App Store Bill – $AAPL $DIA

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has urged U.S. lawmakers to not approve an app store bill, expected to be approved by a Senate panel this week. The bill would restrict Apple and Google from requiring app providers to use their payment system, and would further prohibit them from punishing apps that of...

Cisco To Release Q2 Earnings On Feb 16 – $CSCO $DIA

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) to release the second-quarter fiscal year 2022 financial results for the period ending Saturday, January 29, 2022, on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 1:30 PM (PT) /4:30 PM (ET). Dial-In & Web details: 888-848-6507 & 212-519-0847 (for International Ca...

JOIN US TODAY FOR Tribe Public’s FREE Webinar Feb 3 (8AM PT / 11AM ET) Event “Drugging The Genome” – $NBSE $IBB $XBI

You are cordially invited to join Vista Partners' sister organization, Tribe Public, for a FREE Webinar Presentation and Q&A Event which will be held today, Thursday, February 3rd (8:00 am PT/ 11:00 am ET). Tribe Public's (www.tribepublic.com) complimentary worldwide webinars are efficient 30-m...

Goldman Sachs Q4 Profits Drop Amid Surging Expenses & Equities Trading Slowdown – $GS $DIA

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) fourth-quarter reported a 13% decline in profits from a year earlier to $3.94 billion, or $10.81 a share, below the $11.76 analyst estimate. Revenue of $12.64 billion was reported versus $12.08 billion expected. The bank’s operating expenses surged 23% on higher ...

Home Depot Gearing Up To Hire 100K Workers For Busy Spring Season – $HD $DIA

As per reports, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) announces the hiring of more than 100,000 workers across its stores and warehouses, as the home improvement giant is gearing up for its high spring selling season as demand for home-improvement products is at its peak. For home improvement chains Spring marks t...

Boeing Reports Quarterly Loss As $3.5B Pre-Tax Non-Cash Charge Realized – $BA $DIA

Boeing's (BA) quarter earnings fell short of market estimates reporting a loss of $7.69 per share as revenue fell 3% to $14.79 billion. The loss was largely due to the company taking a $3.5 billion pre-tax non-cash charge on its 787 Dreamliner program, and a halt in deliveries amid discussions with ...

3M Records Strong Q4 Backed By Strong Demand For Air Filters & Scotch-Branded Products $MMM $DIA

As per reports, 3M (MMM) reported better than expected quarterly profit as more people purchased its air filters and Scotch-branded products.  3M's transportation & electronics and safety & industrial units witnessed 1.5% and 2.2% declines in sales respectively. Net income dropped to $1.34...

Intel’s Q4 Earnings Exceed Estimates – $INTC $DIA

Intel Corporation (INTC) released Q4 earnings that ended December 26, exceeding market estimates. The chip giant reported adjusted revenue of $19.5 billion versus $18.31 billion expected and adjusted EPS of $1.09 versus $0.91 expected. Intel expects $18.3 billion in adjusted sales in the first quart...

Visa Reports Quarterly Beat As Travel & Online Spend Witness Upward Trend – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Visa ( V) quarterly earnings beat estimates as more international travel and e-commerce witnessed an increase in spending. Even though travel spending dropped since late December due to the Omicron variant of the coronavirus, the company executives believe the recovery will resume and n...

Alexia Quadrani Appointed As Senior Vice President, Investor Relations At Walt Disney – $DIS $DIA $JPM

As per reports, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) announced Alexia Quadrani as the newly appointed Senior Vice President, Investor Relations, and will report directly to Christine McCarthy, Senior Executive Vice President, and Chief Financial Officer. Most recently, Ms. Quadrani served as Managing Direc...

Caterpillar’s Q4 Earnings Beat Amid Sustained Heavy Machinery Demand – $CAT $DIA

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) beat fourth-quarterly revenue estimates boosted by the sustained demand for its heavy machinery and construction equipment as global economic activity recovers from pandemic lows. The company's decision to raise equipment prices leveled the impact of global supply...

Chevron’s Q4 Earnings Surprisingly Disappoint – $CVX $DIA

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX)’s fourth-quarter earnings disappointed despite higher oil and gas prices. The oil giant reported adjusted earnings of $5.1 billion, or $2.65 a share, missing analyst estimates of $3.12 per share profit. In its oil and gas producing unit, Chevron reported ...

Apple Wins Against Supply Odds Records Earnings Beat

Apple (AAPL) beats quarterly estimates, winning against a supply-chain crunch fueled by the pandemic and chip shortages. Sales climbed 11% to a record of $123.9 billion in the fiscal first quarter, beating analyst estimates of $119.1 billion on average. Earnings increased to $2.10 a share in the fir...

McDonald’s Profits Drop Amid Rising Costs & Slowing Sales in Australia & China – $MCD $DIA

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) missed Wall Street estimates as a result of higher costs and slowed sales in its over 4,500 restaurants in Australia and China even thought they realized gains from growth in the United States in the fourth quarter. Operating costs increased 14% to $3.61 b...

American Express Company Announces Preferred Stock Dividend Payable March 15, 2022 – $AXP $DIA

Reportedly, the board of The American Express Company (AXP) announced a quarterly dividend on the Company’s 3.550% Fixed Rate Reset Noncumulative Preferred Shares, Series D, of $8,875 per share (equivalent to $8.87500 per related Depositary Share) payable on March 15, 2022, to shareholders as of M...

Tesla’s Q4 Earnings Display Strong Performance Amid Supply Chain Woes – $TSLA $DIA

As per reports, Tesla (TSLA) recorded strong fourth-quarter results beating analyst estimates amid supply chain headwinds that have troubled the global auto industry at an unprecedented scale. The EV maker reported revenue of $17.719 billion up 65% year over year and above $16.64 billion expected. A...

Apple Poises To Launch iPhone-Based Direct Payment Service For Small Businesses – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is launching a new service that will allow small businesses to accept payments directly on their iPhones without extra hardware. To receive payments on iPhone, retailers currently use payment terminals on their iOS devices that are connected via Bluetooth, such as Block ...

American Express Company’s Quarterly Earnings Point To Strong Consumer Spending In Face of Omicron – $AXP $DIA

Reportedly, American Express Company's (AXP) quarterly profit beat market estimates as consumers continued to spend to dine out during the holidays, fading the company's fears of a big impact from the Omicron variant. The company forecast 2022 net revenue growth of between 18% and 20% and earnings p...

Verizon Tops Quarterly Subscriber Estimates, Expects Strong Fiscal 2022 – $VZ $DIA

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) added more-than-expected wireless subscribers that pay a monthly bill in the fourth quarter ending December 31 & is expecting a strong year ahead assisted by the increased adoption of 5G services. The telecom giant added 558,000 subscribers in the qu...

Microsoft Reports Strong Q2 Earnings – Cloud Services Segment Soars – $MSFT $DIA

Microsoft (MSFT) reported fiscal Q2 earnings exceeding expectations with its cloud services revenue soaring 46%. Highlights from the release: Revenue stood at $51.7 billion versus $50.9 billion expected. Earnings per share of $2.48 were reported to exceed expectations at $2.31. Intelligent ...

J&J Reports Mixed Quarterly Report & 24.8B Sales – $JNJ $DIA

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) reported mixed quarter results with $28.4 billion in sales. Adjusted profit of $2.13 per share was reported a little higher than $2.12 expected and driven by high Covid vaccine sales. On a year-over-year basis, sales grew more than 10% and earnings advance...

Boeing Investing An Additional $450M In California-Based Wisk – A Flying Pilotless Taxi Developer

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) is investing another $450 million in Wisk Aero to support the development of future pilotless flying taxis. California-based Wisk is one of the dozens of electric vertical take-off and landing makers but differs in focusing its efforts on an autonomous flight. Wisk is owned b...

IBM Reports Double Digit Q4 Growth In Cloud & Consulting Businesses

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) beat Wall Street estimates for revenue in the fourth quarter, as the technology giant focussed on the cloud after exiting the slow-growing managed infrastructure business. Excluding items, IBM earned $3.35 per share, beating estimates of ...

Luke Sarsfield Appointed As Co-Head Of $2.47T Asset Management Unit For Goldman Sachs – $GS $DIA

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) has appointed Luke Sarsfield as the global co-head of its $2.47 trillion asset-management business, which offers advisory and investment services to several clients, including insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, and public and private pension fu...

Verizon Set To Release Q4 2021 Financial Results On January 25 – $VZ $DIA

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) will report Q4 2021 earnings on Tuesday, January 25, 2022. The company will present results on a webcast starting at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Verizon’s earnings news release and other financial documents will be available on the website starting at ...

Boeing’s 737 Max To Soon Resumes Operations In Hong Kong – $BA $DIA

As per reports, Hong Kong has allowed airline operators to restart the use of Boeing Co's (BA) 737 Max aircraft in the city's airspace, informed its Civil Aviation Department (CAD) lifting its ban on the aircraft after nearly three years.  Airlines looking to fly the 737 Max in Hong Kong's airspac...

Intel Announces $20B Investment To Build Chip Plants In The Buckeye State – $INTC $DIA

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) announced that they will be investing of up to $100 billion to build the world's largest chip-making complex in Ohio, focussed to boost capacity amid a global shortage of semiconductors used in everything from smartphones to cars. The step is part of Chief Execu...

McDonald’s To Pay Cash Dividend Payable On March 15 – $MCD $DIA

As per reports, the board of McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.38 per share of common stock to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 1, 2022, payable on March 15, 2022. McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is the leading global foodservice retail...

Walmart Stores’ Chief E-Commerce Officer Casey Carl Exiting Feb. 1 – $WMT $DIA $AMZN

Reportedly, Walmart's (WMT) top e-commerce executive Casey Carl is leaving the company at the end of February after nearly two years of service. Carl will be replaced by Walmart's senior vice president, Tom Ward, of last-mile deliveries with a new title as executive vice president and chief e-commer...

McDonald’s Expands Testing Of McPlant In San Francisco Bay & Dallas-Fort Worth Areas – $MCD $BYND $DIA

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is expanding the test of its McPlant, a plant-based burger made by Beyond Meat Inc. (BYND), from Feb. 14 to ~600 locations in the San Francisco Bay and Dallas-Fort Worth areas. The McPlant U.S test began Nov. 3 in eight locations in Texas, Iowa, Louisiana, ...

Merck Announces Exit Of Executive VP & President For Human Health, Frank Clyburn – $MRK $DIA

Reportedly, Frank Clyburn, executive vice president, and president, Human Health, to leave Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) on Feb. 1, 2022, and continue with leadership opportunity in another company. Clyburn joined Merck in 2008 and held several leadership positions with increasing responsibility throu...

U.N.-backed Medicines Patent Pool (MPP) Enterd Deal To Produce Low-Cost Versions Of Merck’s COVID-19 Pill- $MRK $DIA

As per reports, the U.N.-backed Medicines Patent Pool (MPP) has entered a deal with nearly 30 generic drugmakers to make low-cost versions of Merck & Co's., Inc. (MRK) COVID-19 pill molnupiravir for poorer nations, allowing access to the drug globally. As per the clinical trial results, the anti...

Diversified Health & Well-Being Company UnitedHealth Group Releases Q4 Earnings – $UNM $DIA

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) reported Q4 earnings & exceeded Wall Street's quarterly profit estimates. The beat was powered in part by lower medical costs due to fewer elective surgeries. Health insurers also gained as people who were afraid of contracting the virus and ...

P&G Earnings Exceed Expectations Amid Increasing Product Prices

Procter & Gamble Company (PG) reported strong quarterly earnings and revenue exceeding market estimates as price hikes helped offset higher commodity and freight costs. Executives informed in the conference call that they already told retailers about the increase in fabric care products, like Ti...

Intel Orders ASML’s Advanced Chipmaking Machine – $INTC $DIA

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) has placed the first order with ASML for an advanced chipmaking machine that won't be delivered for years and is still on the drawing board. ASML's most advanced commercial machines are the size of a bus and cost around $150 million each, they are known as EU...

Merck To Supply 3M Courses Of COVID-19 Antiviral Pill To UNICEF – $MRK $DIA

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) and partner Ridgeback Biotherapeutics have entered an agreement with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) to supply up to 3 million courses of their COVID-19 antiviral pill. Merck would supply the pill, molnupiravir, to UNICEF through the first hal...

M&A Highlight: Microsoft To Acquire ‘Candy Crush’ & ‘Call of Duty’ Maker Activision Blizzard For $68.7B – $ATVI $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) to buy Activision Blizzard (ATVI), the video game publisher of world renowned games 'Candy Crush’ & ‘Call of Duty', for $68.7 billion in cash. The deal will accelerate the growth of Microsoft's gaming business across mobile, PC, cloud, and console and provide...

IBM Announces Successful Implementation Of Vehicle Management System For Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has successfully implemented a Vehicle Management System on SAP S/4HANA at Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) preceded by the migration out of the AS/400 platform and as a part of the automobile manufacturer's digital transf...

Apple Agrees To Third-Party Payments In Dutch Dating Apps

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has agreed to comply with a Dutch ruling to allow third-party payment options for dating apps, this is the first time the company is allowing outside payments within App Store apps. The company informed that it will allow developers to implement their third-party paymen...

Caterpillar Schedules Q4 & Full-Year 2021 Earnings Release On Jan 28 – $CAT

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is to release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 financial results at 5:30 a.m. CST on Friday, January 28, followed by a real-time, listen-only teleconference and webcast with the investment community at 7:30 a.m. CST.  The call can be reached in real-time at ...

3M Committed To Making Sure Everyone Who Needs An N95 Has Access – $MMM $DIA

Amid the rapidly spreading Omicron variant, 3M (MMM) has been providing information about 3M N95 respirators, including where to buy them, ensuring a proper fit, and why they are considered the standard for protection. "As we have throughout the pandemic, 3M is committed to making sure everyone w...

JP Morgan Releases Q4 Earnings Reports Slow Trading & High Expenses – $JPM $DIA

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) released quarterly earnings, posting a decline in trading revenue, both commercial and consumer loans fell from a year earlier. Net interest income increased 3% in the quarter, bringing JPMorgan’s total 2021 NII haul to $52.3 billion. The bank also reporte...

Microsoft To Evaluate Its Sexual Harassment, Discrimination Policies In Response To Shareholders – $MSFT $DIA

As per reports, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) will review the effectiveness of its gender discrimination policies and sexual harassment practices in response to a shareholder proposal that was passed at its latest annual meeting.  The review will work to produce a transparency report with results of any se...

China Readies To Resume Flying Boeing’s 737 Max – $BA $DIA

As per reports, Boeing Co.’s (BA) 737 Max is expected to resume commercial flights in China starting this month. A recent operational readiness flight was conducted by Hainan Airlines on Jan. 9, showing positive signs of a return in the coming weeks. A nearly empty Max 8 belonging to Hainan Air to...

Coca-Cola Q4 Full-Year Earnings Release Feb 10 – $KO $DIA

As per reports, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) is set to release its Q4 and full-year 2021 financial results on Feb. 10 before the New York Stock Exchange opens, followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results. Interested parties can join in at www.coca-colacompany.com/inv...

Microsoft Strengthens Its Server Designing Initiative Hires Former Apple Engineer Mike Filippo – $MSFT $AAPL $DIA

As per Bloomberg's report, Microsoft (MSFT) hired a key Apple Inc. engineer to design its own chips for its servers. The software giant hired chip industry veteran Mike Filippo, who was with Apple for over two years. The dependency of Cloud computing on Advanced Micro Devices Inc. and Intel to supp...

UnitedHealthcare Introduces Eye Care Program For Children As Exposure To Digital Devices Surge In Pandemic – $UNH $DIA

As per reports, UnitedHealthcare is building ways to help children and adults across the country reduce their exposure to blue light and support the overall wellness of their eye health as the use of screens during the pandemic has increased remarkably. UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group Incorpo...

Travelers To Include Telematics Offerings With IntelliDrivePlus™ – $TRV $DIA

Reportedly, the Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) has expanded its telematics auto insurance offerings with the launch of the app-based program, IntelliDrivePlus™. At each renewal, IntelliDrivePlus calculates a new premium by measuring miles driven and driving behaviors, such as acceleration, brakin...

P&G To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Feb 15 – $PG $DIA

Reportedly, the board of Procter & Gamble (PG) declared a Common Stock quarterly dividend of $0.8698 per share payable on or after February 15, 2022, to Common Stock shareholders of record at the close of business on January 21, 2022. A quarterly dividend of $0.8698 per share was announced on th...

Walgreens & CVS Update Paid COVID -19 Sick Leave Policy For Employees In Alignment With CDC Guidance – $WBA $CVS

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) and CVS Health Corp (CVS) have cut paid sick leave for workers who test positive for COVID-19 in line with a change in U.S. health guidance. Recently, the board of U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated guidelines that Covid infected people ...

IBM Strengthens Environmental Commitment With Acquisition Of Australian Analytics Firm Envizi – $IBM $DIA

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has acquired an Australian analytics provider, Envizi Pty Ltd, that specializes in the automation of the collection of emissions data. The acquisition will expand IBM's investments in artificial intelligence to help companies make the...

Visa To Release Q1 Earnings On Jan 27 – $V $DIA

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) to report its fiscal Q1 2022 financial results on Thursday, January 27, 2022, after the market closes. The release will be followed by an executive management team hosting a live audio webcast beginning at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time) to discuss financial...

Intel Announces Former Micron Technology Executive David Zinsner As Executive VP & CFO – $INTC $MU

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) announced the appointment of David Zinsner as the company’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective Jan. 17, 2022. Zinsner will report to Gelsinger and lead Intel’s global finance organization, including finance, accounting and reporti...

JOIN US TODAY at Tribe Public’s FREE Webinar Jan.11 (11AM ET) Event “From Space to sea – Tesla of the Subsurface” – $CLAQ $AVAV $RIG $SLB

You are cordially invited to join Vista Partners' sister organization, Tribe Public, for a FREE Webinar Presentation and Q&A Event which will be held today, Thursday, January 11 (8:00 am PT/ 11:00 am ET). Tribe Public's (www.tribepublic.com) complimentary worldwide webinars are efficient 30-min...

Visa & Uber Join To Offer $1M In Grants & Resources Supporting Small Businesses – $UBER $V

As per reports, Uber and Visa (V) announced Grants for Growth, a program that will provide $1 million in grant funding to small businesses in 10 U.S. cities that are currently active on Uber Eats, focussing on restaurant recovery and entrepreneurship, the program was created to support merchants whe...

Merck Schedules Fourth-Quarter & Full-Year 2021 Earnings Call On February 3 – $MRK $IBB

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) to host its fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 sales and earnings conference call with institutional investors and analysts on Thursday, Feb. 3. at 8:00 a.m. EST. Link & Call Details: Interested parties can reach a live audio webcast of the call on Merck...

INVITATION: Tribe Public’s FREE Webinar Jan. 6 Event Titled “InMed Pharmaceuticals (INM): Addressing The Increasing Demand For Rare Cannabinoids”

You are cordially invited to join Vista Partners sister organization, Tribe Public for a FREE Webinar Presentation and Q&A Event which will be held tomorrow, Thursday, January 6 (8:00 am PT/ 11:00 am ET). Tribe Public's (www.tribepublic.com) complimentary worldwide webinars are efficient 30-min...

Goldman Sachs Joins Other Wall Street Banks Delaying Employees Return To Office As Omicron Spreads

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) is encouraging its U.S. staff to work from home until Jan. 18, as the Omicron variant spreads. However, the offices will continue to remain open with previously announced COVID-19 safety protocols such as vaccine requirement, booster requirement for all eli...

Tesla Reports Sixth Consecutive Quarter Of Record Deliveries – $TSLA

Reportedly, Tesla (TSLA) recorded quarterly deliveries exceeding Wall Street estimates, marking the sixth consecutive quarter that the world's most valuable automaker posted record deliveries. The electric vehicle giant delivered 308,600 vehicles in the fourth quarter, above analysts' estimates of ...

JP Morgan Delays Staff Return To Office Amid Omicron Scare

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has offered its staff to work from home for the first two weeks of 2022 and also informed that all employees are expected to return to the office no later than Feb. 1. The bank told workers it was not changing the long-term plans of working from the off...

AT&T, Verizon To Delay Scheduled 5G Deployment As U.S. Officials Raise Aviation Safety Concerns

Reportedly, the head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg had previously ordered Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) and AT&T Communications to delay the planned Jan. 5 introduction of the new 5G wireless service over aviation safety con...

Home Depot Offers Increased Military Discount Benefit for All Veterans – $HD $DIA

As per reports, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) has increased its military discount benefit to include all U.S. veterans, active service members, and spouses every day, working towards the company’s commitment to serving the U.S. military community nationwide. U.S. veterans, active service members, and spo...

Chevron Delays Scheduled January Return To Office As Omicron Spreads – $CVX $DIA

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has delayed January's full return to office for its two largest U.S. worksites San Ramon and Houston offices as the Omicron variant spreads across the United States. The country is reporting an alarming rate of new infections every day. Amid the Omicron risi...

J&J’s Booster Shot Effective In Preventing Hospitalization Caused By Omicron Variant In S. Africa -Study

Reportedly, a booster dose of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Inc's single-dose COVID-19 vaccine has proven to be 84% effective at preventing hospitalization in South African healthcare workers who became infected with the fast-spreading Omicron variant. The real-world study was based on a second dose o...

Intel Completes First Closing In Sale Of Its NAND & SSD Business To Seoul Based SK Hynix

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) has completed the first closing sale of its NAND and SSD business, selling its SSD business, including the transfer of certain NAND SSD-associated intellectual properties and employees, and the Dalian NAND memory manufacturing facility in China to SK Hynix, a...

Home Depot Honors Nike Grind With 2021 Environmental Partner Of The Year -$HD $NKE $DIA

Reportedly, Home Depot (HD) has named Nike Grind as the 2021 Environmental Partner of the Year. Many things go into Nike shoes, from foam cushions for feet, rubber provides traction and accents made with plastics, and leather and colorful textiles to complete the look. These different elements can c...

Is Apple’s Unusual Stock Bonuses To Top Engineers A Step To Prevent Talent From Moving To Meta? -$AAPL $FB

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has issued significant and unusual stock bonuses to some top-performing engineers to retain talent and avoid defections to tech rivals such as Facebook owner Meta Platforms Inc (FB). The bonuses came as a huge surprise to those who received them, having ranged from abo...

Indonesia Lifts Ban, Clears Way For Boeing’s 737 MAX Aircraft

Reportedly, the transport ministry Indonesia has lifted the ban on the Boeing (BA) 737 MAX three years after the crash of one of the aircraft operated by domestic carrier Lion Air killing all 189 people on board. The approval for the aircraft's return in Indonesia comes months after it returned to s...

Goldman Sachs Issues Mandate For Its U.S. Employees To Get Booster Shots – $GS $DIA

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) will require its employees and visitors to its U.S. offices receive booster shots of the COVID-19 vaccine starting next year. The spokesperson informed that starting next year February, anyone eligible to receive a booster shot must have obtained one in ...

Apple Shuts Down 12 NYC Stores As Omicron Cases Surge – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) has closed all of its 12 New York City stores to indoor shopping as cases of the Omicron Covid-19 variant increased across the United States. The affected stores include outlets at Fifth Avenue, Grand Central, and SoHo. Customers are eligible to pick up online orders at...

Ethiopian Airlines Fleet To Return With Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft in 2022 – $BA $DIA

Reportedly, Ethiopian airlines have agreed to resume flying Boeing (BA) 737 MAX planes on its fleet in February 2022, after it was satisfied with their enhanced safety measures. In 2019, Ethiopian Airlines flight 302, a Boeing 737 MAX bound aircraft for Kenya, crashed from Ethiopia’s capital Addis...

Dutch Antitrust Authority Orders Apple To Allow Dating Apps To Use Other Payment Systems – $AAPL $DIA

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) has been ordered by the Dutch antitrust authority to allow dating apps to use other payment systems Michael J Tattersfield is President/CEO at Krispy Kreme Inc or pay a fine of as much as 50 million euros / $56 million. In a press release, the Netherlands Authority for ...

Horacio Gutierrez Succeeds Alan Braverman As Disney’s New General Counsel & Secretary – $DIS $DIA

Reportedly, Horacio Gutierrez has been named Senior Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary of The Walt Disney Company (DIS), succeeding Disney veteran Alan Braverman who is retiring after nearly two decades as General Counsel. Mr. Gutierrez joins Disney from Spotify, where he serve...

Merck’s Antiviral Covid-19 Pill Gets Approval In Japan

As per reports, the Japanese health ministry panel has approved the use of the COVID-19 antiviral pill, molnupiravir developed by Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) as a part of Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's plan to roll out new treatments by year-end amid growing concerns for the rising Omnicron variant....

U.S. Pharmacy Chains Reportedly Limiting Home COVID-19 Test Sales Amid Omicron..?

Reportedly, Walmart (WMT), Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA), and CVS Health Corp (CVS) have limited sales of at-home COVID-19 testing kits as testing demand surges due to the increasing spread of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. The variant has become a cause of concern, ruining hopes for a mo...

AstraZeneca-Amgen Drug For Severe Asthma Gains U.S. FDA Approval

As per reports, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved AstraZeneca (AZN) and Amgen's (AMGN) asthma drug, Tezspire, to treat severe asthma for those aged 12 years and above. The approval comes based on late-stage trial data that shows the drug cut the rate of asthma attacks by 56% among p...

Walmart Marketplace U.S To Include Verifique™ Test Products

Reportedly, Veriteque USA, Inc. to list Verifique brand on the Walmart (WMT) Marketplace in the United States, as a newly registered seller on the platform. Verifique will further list both of their USA made products on the platform including the Verifique Cannabis Detection Test, and the Verifique ...

AT&T’s Xandr Ad Unit To Be Sold To Microsoft For $1B

Reportedly, AT&T Inc. (T) agreed to sell its Xandr division to Microsoft (MSFT) a long-anticipated divestiture. The transaction will offer customers on Microsoft’s properties, such as MSN, access to Xandr’s marketplace for automated online advertising. The deal is valued at about $1 billion,...

Disney Extends Contract Of CFO & 22-Year Co. Veteran Christine M. McCarthy Through June 30, 2024

As per reports, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) has extended Christine M. McCarthy’s contract as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer through June 30, 2024. Ms. McCarthy, a 22-year veteran of the Company first joined Disney in 2000, and prior to becoming CFO in 2015, she was E...

United Health Announces Q4 & Full-Year 2021 Earnings Release On Jan 19

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) announced to release fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, January 19, 2022. The release will be followed by a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET with investors and analysts to discuss the results. ...

Verizon Teams With Google To Offer Smart Factories & Autonomous Robots

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) has signed a deal with Alphabet Inc's (GOOG) Google Cloud to use its 5G network and the tech firm's computing power to offer services such as smart factories and autonomous robots. Telecom companies are partnering with technology firms to automate bu...

American Express Company Announces Q4 & Full-Year 2021 Earnings Release Date – $AXP

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) announced to host a live audio webcast of its fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 financial results on January 25, 2022, Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. (ET) following the release at approximately 7 a.m. (ET). General Public can access the webcast through the American E...

Visa Acquires Cross-Border Payments Co. Currencycloud

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) has completed the acquisition of Currencycloud, a global platform enabling banks and fintechs to provide innovative foreign exchange solutions for cross-border payments. The acquisition builds on an existing strategic partnership between Currencycloud and Visa. The transact...

Nike Reports Strong Q2 Earnings With Renewed Focus – $NKE

NIKE, Inc. (NKE) reported better-than-expected second-quarter results as the sports apparel retailer as the retailer continued to focus on cutting ties with retail partners in order to focus on its own stores. Dealing with tight inventories due to supply-chain issues, the sportswear giant is looking...

Insurance Giant Travelers To Release Q4 Earnings On Jan 20

Reportedly, the Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV), Inc will review its fourth quarter and full-year 2021 results at 9 a.m. ET on Thursday, Jan. 20. Website & Call Details: Investors can access the call via webcast on the company’s website. Interested parties can dial 844-895-1976 within t...

Just In Time For Holidays YouTube Reaches Agreement Terms With Disney

As per reports, Alphabet Inc's (GOOG) YouTube recently restored access to Walt Disney Company (DIS) channels on its platform as the companies reached a distribution agreement to end a two-day blackout and just in time for all to enjoy during the holidays. The financial terms of the deal were not dis...

INVO Bioscience Expands Ovoclinic Relationship To Accelerate Adoption of INVOcell in Spain & European Union – $INVO

INVO Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVO) is a medical device and fertility clinic development company focused on creating simplified, affordable treatments for patients diagnosed with infertility. Their solution, the INVO® Procedure, is a revolutionary in-vivo method of vaginal incubation that offers p...

Chevron Joins Decarbonization Initiative Under The Sea Cargo Charter – $CVX

Reportedly, Chevron Shipping Company has joined the Sea Cargo Charter, a benchmark initiative for responsible shipping activities, transparent reporting of greenhouse gas, and improved decision making in line with targets set by the United Nations. The Sea Cargo Charter establishes a common baseline...

Apple’s Ambitious Self-Driving Car Project Loses 3 Engineers – $AAPL

As per reports, Apple's (AAPL) self-driving car project has lost three key engineers in recent weeks adding to the list of departures at the iPhone maker’s ambitious car project. Recently, Apple’s chief engineer for radar systems on the project, Eric Rogers joined flying-taxi startup Joby Aviat...

American Express Company To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Feb 10 – $AMP

Reportedly, the Board of Directors of American Express Company (AXP) announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.43 per common share to all stockholders as of January 7, 2022, payable on February 10, 2022.   Dow 30 component American Express Company (AXP) and its subsidiaries provide custo...

INmune Bio’s CEO Publishes Article “Alzheimer’s disease should be approached as white matter disease, not gray” – $INMB

 VP Watchlist company, INmune Bio (NASDAQ: INMB), is a publicly-traded, clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing treatments that target the innate immune system to fight disease. INmune Bio has two product platforms that are both in clinical trials. The DN-TNF product platform uti...

McDonald’s Offers Low-Cost Short Term Loans To Boost Franchisees – $MCD

As per reports, McDonald's Corp (MCD) will be providing $250 million of low-cost, short-term loans over five years in the United States boosting diversity among its franchisees. The burger giant is also planning to increase its franchisee recruiting and development efforts globally to draw new opera...

Caterpillar To Pay Quarter Dividend On Feb 18

Reportedly, the board of directors of Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has approved a quarterly dividend of one dollar and eleven cents ($1.11) per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on February 18, 2022, to shareholders as of January 20, 2022. The company paid a cash dividend every year since th...

Visa U.S. Spending Momentum Index (SMI) Rises To 111.9 In November – $V

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V)  announced the U.S. Spending Momentum Index (SMI) of 111.9 in November adjusted seasonally, an increase from 1.3 points in October, marking the second consecutive month of acceleration in consumer spending momentum. The SMI’s further increase above 100 shows that even mo...

JPMorgan Chase Eases Overdraft Charges Comforting Customers

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) allows customers more space on overdrafts before charging fees, giving up revenue in a bid to attract customers and to keep up with competitors. The bank informed that beginning next year it will allow customers a full day to restore overdrawn balances a...

Apple Nearing A $3T Valuation – $AAPL $MSFT

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) may soon achieve the lofty valuation of $3 trillion, which would make it as big as the world's fifth-largest economy after Germany, just over a year after breaching the $2 trillion mark. Apple hit $1 trillion in market capitalization in 2018 and took two years to double...

Verizon To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Feb 1

Reportedly, the board of Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) announced a quarterly dividend of 64 cents, the same as the previous quarter, payable on February 1, 2022.  The dividend is payable to all shareholders as of January 10, 2022. Chairman and CEO, Verizon Hans Vestberg stated, “Our disciplin...

AmEx Global Business Travel Announces $5.3B SPAC Deal With Apollo Global -$ASGC $GBTG

Reportedly, American Express Global Business Travel has announced to merge into with Apollo Global Management Inc. backed blank-check firm or SPAC to go public in a deal valued at around $5.3 billion. The deal with Apollo Strategic Growth Capital (ASGC) is expected to deliver gross proceeds of up to...

Walmart Schedules Climate Change Discussion On Dec 10 Hosted By Kathleen McLaughlin

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) will host a discussion on Walmart’s climate change strategy on Friday, Dec. 10, at 2 p.m. CST, hosted by the executive vice president and chief sustainability officer & president of the Walmart Foundation, Kathleen McLaughlin. The discussion will focu...

Boeing’s 737 MAX Believed To Resume Operations In China Around Year-End

Reportedly, Boeing Co's (BA) 737 MAX operations are expected to resume by the end of this year or the beginning of next year informed China's aviation regulator. The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) was the first regulator globally to ground the MAX in March 2019 after two deadly crashe...

Wall Street, Goldman Sachs, BofA Finance Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) Research – $KRYS $INM

  What is epidermolysis bullosa (EB)? Epidermolysis bullosa, or EB, is a rare genetic skin disease characterized by fragile skin that can lead to extensive blistering and wounding. It is a painful and often debilitating disease that affects skin and mucous membranes, particularly of the gas...

Is Apple Experiencing Falling Demand For Its iPhone 13?

According to Bloomberg, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has warned that demand for its iPhone 13 has waned, as customers are not willing to try to get the hard-to-find item. Earlier, the company had cut production of iPhone 13 by as many as 10 million units due to a global chip shortage, but now it informed the v...

Chevron Boosts Share Buyback & Investing – Watches Spending

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) plans to boost its share buyback to as much as $5 billion per year, as the oil giant uses higher commodities prices to step up returns to investors and not invest in production growth., as the company is wary of plowing that cash back into new production at a ti...

Portland’s Susan Arnold Named As The New Chairman Of The Board – Walt Disney Co.

Reportedly, Portland-based Susan Arnold, has been appointed as the new chairman of the board, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) succeeding Bob Iger, becoming the first woman to be named to the role in its 98-year-long history. Arnold was serving on the board for 14 years and will succeed on Dec. 31. ...

Microsoft’s Announces First-Ever Standalone Microsoft Teams Offering – Teams Essentials

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) announced the availability of the first-ever standalone Microsoft Teams offering, Teams Essentials made specifically for small businesses, offering professional yet affordable meetings solution to support connection, collaboration, and productivity in a hybrid work e...

U.S. District Judge Rejects Byron Allen’s $10B Discrimination Lawsuit Against McDonald’s

Reportedly, a U.S. judge has dismissed a $10 billion lawsuit against McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) by the media entrepreneur Byron Allen, who claimed the burger giant of racial discrimination for not advertising with Black-owned media outlets. U.S. District Judge Fernando Olguin in Los Angeles info...

IBM Strengthens Cloud Offering With Acquisition Of Cloud Based Aussie Co. SXiQ

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) announced the acquisition of SXiQ, an Australian digital transformation services company specializing in cloud applications, cloud platforms, and cloud cybersecurity. Businesses are now rapidly turning to multiple cloud providers and plat...

Microsoft To Review Sexual-Harassment Policies – Proposal Introduced By Activist Arjuna Capital

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) shareholders have urged the software maker to reassess its approach to sexual harassment in a vote at the company’s annual meeting, following reports that co-founder Bill Gates behaved inappropriately toward female employees years ago. The proposal, introduced by a...

Walgreens Enters Deal To Fully Acquire German GEHE-Alliance Healthcare JV

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) and McKesson Corporation have reached an agreement for WBA to acquire the remaining 30% share of the joint venture of GEHE Pharma Handel (GEHE) and Alliance Healthcare Deutschland (AHD). The deal will allow WBA to become the 100% owner of the combined GEHE a...

Salesforce Reports Q3 Earnings – Announces Promotion Of Bret Taylor To Co-CEO

CRM giant, Salesforce (CRM) reported third-quarter earnings ended October 31, reporting an increase in revenue by 27% to $6.86 billion. Profit, excluding some items, was $1.27 a share. The company released revenue and profit forecasts for the current period that fell below analysts’ estimates. For...

S. Africa’s Aspen Pharmacare Enters Agreement To Acquire License Of J&J’s COVID Vaccine

Reportedly, South Africa's Aspen Pharmacare has signed a non-binding agreement with subsidiary firms of U.S. company Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) for a licensing deal to package, market and sell the J&J’s COVID-19 vaccine in Africa. Currently, Aspen packages J&J's COVID-19 vaccine at its S...

Goldman Sachs Announces Increased Employee Benefits To Attract & Retain Talent

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) is offering a series of benefits for its employees, in an attempt to ease the strain on its workers and attract talent. The bank is increasing its retirement fund, matching contributions for U.S. employees to 6% of total compensation, making a jump of 2%. T...

Join Today’s Tribe Public FREE Webinar “A Town Hall Q&A Event With Atossa Therapeutics Management Team”

Please join our sister organization, which is hosting a Tribe Public  FREE Q&A Webinar Event today, Tuesday, November 30 (8 am PT/ 11 am ET). The events are approximately 30 minutes in duration. Tribe Public LLC is a San Francisco, CA based organization that hosts complimentary worldwide webina...

Disney’s Thanksgiving Release “Encanto” Brings A Relief To Box Office Sales

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company (DIS) has regained its rightful place at the top of Thanksgiving box office charts with "Encanto," its new animated musical fable, with $40 million in sales. Disney releases a family-friendly movie around Turkey Day, and "Encanto," an animated movie with critical accl...

Will Apple Launch Augmented Reality Glasses In Late 2022?

Reportedly, iPhone maker Apple (AAPL) is expected to launch its long-rumored augmented reality glasses in late 2022, informed analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of TF International Securities. The Apple headset will have a processor with the same computing power as a Mac or PC, it also will have a lower-end proce...

Salesforce Announces 14,444 Restricted Stock (RSU) Units For 12 LevelJump employees

Reportedly, Salesforce (CRM), the global leader in CRM, announced recently that it has granted equity awards under its 2014 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan to new employees (non-executive officers) who joined Salesforce related with the acquisition of LevelJump. The step was initiated by the Salesf...

Apple’s Global Battery Development Chief Ahn Soonho Exits

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) global battery development chief, Ahn Soonho, has moved to Volkswagen, to lead the automaker's development of electric vehicle batteries. The exit marks the second time in recent months that an Apple executive has left for an automaker. Earlier, Apple’s head of car project...

Apple & Google Fined By Italy’s Antitrust Regulator For “Aggressive Practices”

Reportedly, Italy's antitrust regulator has fined Apple (AAPL) and Alphabet's Google (GOOG) 10 million euros ($11.23 million), each for "aggressive practices" linked to the commercial use of user data.  The authority informed that the two tech groups do not provide clear and immediate information a...

EU’s Regulator Expected To Reveal ‘Opinion’ On Merck’s COVID Pill ‘Within Weeks’

Reportedly, the European Union's drug regulator has started reviewing U.S. drugmaker Merck & Co Inc's (MRK) experimental COVID-19 antiviral pill for adults following an application and is expected to issue an opinion "within weeks." In October, the European Medicines Agency has already evaluated...

P&G Voluntarily Recalls Specific Old Spice & Secret Aerosol Spray Antiperspirant Products After Detection Of Benzene

As per reports, the Procter & Gamble Company (PG) has voluntarily recalled all lots of specific Secret aerosol spray antiperspirant products and Old Spice sold in Canada, due to the presence of cancer-causing benzene. Exposure to benzene can occur orally, by inhalation, and through the skin that...

Caterpillar & Microsoft Team Up For A Project Using Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology

Reportedly, Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) entered a three-year project through a collaboration with Microsoft (MSFT) and Ballard Power Systems (BLDP) to demonstrate a power system incorporating large-format hydrogen fuel cells to produce sustainable and reliable backup power for Microsoft data centers. Par...

Verizon & AT&T Agree To Monitor Revised Precautionary Measures Addressing 5G Implementation

Reportedly, telecom giants AT&T and Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) have agreed to adopt new precautionary measures to address air safety concerns raised from the planned use of C-Band spectrum for 5G wireless. The aviation industry and Federal Aviation Administration raised concerns about pot...

Canada Allows Import Of J&J’s COVID-19 Vaccine From The Troubled Emergent Facility

As per reports, the Canadian health regulator has approved Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) to import its COVID-19 vaccine manufactured at Emergent BioSolutions Inc's plant in Baltimore, Maryland. The decision came after Health Canada completed an inspection of the facility, along with the European Medic...

UnitedHealth Group To Host 2021 Investor Conference On Nov 30

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group (UNH) to conduct its annual Investor Conference in New York City beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET, on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, with analysts and institutional investors. In addition, to the Investor Conference, an updated view of financial performance for 2021 and the init...

JP Morgan Named The World’s Most Systemic Bank By FSB

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has once again become globally the most systematically important bank, as per the latest annual ranking of top lenders by global regulators, with BNP Paribas and Goldman Sachs also adding to the list with being more systemic, moving up one position. The...

The U.S Federal Communications Commission Approves +$6B Verizon & TracFone Wireless Deal

Reportedly, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission has approved Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) more than $6 billion acquisition of pre-paid mobile phones provider TracFone Wireless, following the California Public Utilities Commission's approval of the deal last week.  FCC informed the requ...

Mandatory Covid-19 Vaccination Policy Currently Under Review At Disney World

Reportedly, Disney World near Florida, Orlando operated by Walt Disney Co. (DIS) has put its COVID-19 vaccination mandate on hold for review, amid the Biden administration's workplace COVID-19 vaccine rule, which requires businesses with at least 100 employees to require staff to get Covid-19 vaccin...

JPMorgan’s Hong Kong Staff Can Be Paid Up To $5,000 For Hotel Quarantine

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) to pay some of its Hong Kong-based staff up to $5,000 each for their hotel quarantine stay. As per the company memo, employees at the executive director level and below would be entitled to the one-off payment for a single quarantine stay in Hong Kong. T...

Merck’s Acquisition Of Acceleron Pharma Inc. Finalized

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has completed the acquisition of Acceleron Pharma Inc, a public American "clinical stage biopharmaceutical company" building on mobilizing the power of the transforming growth factor (TGF)-beta superfamily of proteins that plays a key role in the regulation of...

Walgreens To Administer Covid-19 Booster Shots For U.S. Individuals Aged 18+

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) recent announced that all individuals over the age of 18 can now receive a Moderna, Pfizer, or Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine booster in stores nationwide. The Food and Drug Administration’s recently authorized the Emergency Use of Pfizer and M...

Verizon’s +6B Acquisition Of TracFone Wireless Wins Approval By California Public Utilities Commission

As per reports, the California Public Utilities Commission has approved Verizon Communications' (VZ) more than $6 billion proposed acquisition of TracFone Wireless after the companies agreed to some additional consumer protection conditions. As per the agreement with the California regulator, TracFo...

Home Depot Will Pay A Q3 Cash Dividend On Dec 16

As per reports, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) will pay a third-quarter cash dividend of $1.65 per share, on December 16, 2021.  The dividend is payable to shareholders of record on the close of business on December 2, 2021, and marks the 139th consecutive quarter the world's largest home improvement retail...

Nike Increases Quarterly Dividend By 11 Percent, Payable Dec 28

As per reports, Nike Inc’s (NKE) board has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.305 per share on the company’s outstanding Class A and Class B Common Stock, payable on December 28, 2021. The dividend is payable to stockholders as of December 6, 2021, and marks an increase of 11 percent from ...

Walgreens To Extend Operating Hours During Thanksgiving Day Holiday

As per reports, on Thanksgiving Day, the majority of Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) stores will remain open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., for last-minute healthcare and essential needs. 24-hour Walgreen's locations and 24-hour pharmacies will also continue to remain open.   Walgreen Boots Alliance ...

J&J Targeting The Launch Of Multibillion-Dollar Drugs By 2025

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is looking forward to filing for approval of 14 new drugs by 2025, projecting average peak sales of $4 billion a year for each. The global head of research for J&J's Janssen pharmaceutical unit, Mathai Mammen is reportedly confident about its top upcom...

Amex Mandating Its U.S Employees Returning To Office To Be Fully Vaccinated

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) is requiring that its U.S employees working in the office need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 beginning Nov. 18, as per an internal memo sent by Chief Executive Officer Stephen Squeri. However, wearing masks or other facial coverings will be option...

Cisco Q1 Earnings Disappoints Analysts – $CSCO Lowers Forecast Per Supply Constraints

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) disappoints as first-quarter revenue fell short of analysts’ expectations and issued weaker-than-expected guidance. Adjusted earnings per share of 82 cents per share were reported, versus 80 cents per share expected. Revenue of $12.90 billion was reported, versus $12.98 ...

Minor Gas Leak Reported At Chevron’s Australian Gorgon LNG Train 1

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has reportedly closed down one of three processing units, called trains, at its Gorgon liquefied natural gas plant off Western Australia as a precautionary measure, after a minor gas leak was identified. The leak was found on piping related to the dehydration un...

Home Depot Q3 Earnings Beat Estimates

Home Improvement giant, the Home Depot (HD) reported third-quarter earnings and revenue that beat analysts’ forecasts as customers spent more on home improvement projects. Earning Highlights for the third-quarter ended Oct. 31: Earnings per share of $3.92 were reported versus $3.40 expected. ...

Apple To Offer Spare Parts Directly For Home iPhone Repairs, etc.

Reportedly, Apple. Inc (AAPL) is to sell spare parts and tools to the general public to perform their own repairs on some iPhones and Mac computers. Apple started a program in 2019, allowing independent repair shops to buy its parts, tools, and manuals. The iPhone giant informed that there are now 2...

Nike Schedules Q2 Earnings Release On Dec 20

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is to release its second quarter, 2022 financial earnings at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT, on Monday, December 20, 2021, after trading closes.  The Nike management will host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT to review the results. The live call can be reached at the c...

Walmart Reports Exceed Q3 Earnings Expectations – Remains Confident As Holiday Season Approaches

Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) reported Q3 earnings, exceeding market estimates as high inflation pushed more customers to seek out its discount prices. Earning Highlights: The retailer reported an adjusted EPS of $1.45 versus $1.40 expected. Revenue stood at $140.53 billion versus $135.60 billio...

Verizon Advances Samantha Hammock To The Position of Executive VP & Chief Human Resources Officer

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced the appointment of Samantha Hammock to Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Verizon, effective December 1, 2021. Samantha Hammock will report to Hans Vestberg, Verizon Chairman and CEO. “When you think about the in...

IBM & Amazon Collaborate To Offer OpenShift To Oil Industry

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) and Amazon (AMZN) have come together to offer a set of tools that oil companies can use to manage diverse types of data. IBM’s technology called OpenShift will allow oil companies to use the oil-industry cloud data tools in their pr...

Australian Scientists Discover Possible Causes In Alzheimer’s disease

Reportedly, researchers in Australia have identified one of the likely causes of neurodegenerative condition, Alzheimer’s disease. The findings may suggest potential treatment and prevention options for the neurodegenerative condition. Alzheimer’s disease which is one of the most common forms o...

J&J Dividing To Create 2 Public Co’s In Consumer & Healthcare

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is to split its consumer products business from its pharmaceutical and medical device operations, creating two publicly traded companies. The move will separate its household/consumer products unit, maker of Band-Aid bandages, Aveeno and Neutrogena skincar...

Nike & U.S. Soccer Federation Reached Long-Term Deal

As per reports, the U.S. Soccer Federation reached a long-term deal with NIKE, Inc. (NKE) to extend their apparel partnership, also elevating the profile of the women's game globally and promoting inclusivity. The partnership that began in 1995 will focus on all levels of the national team, includin...

Global Science Co. 3M Announces Q4 Dividend Payable Dec. 12, 2021

Reportedly, the board of 3M (MMM) announced a fourth-quarter, 2021 dividend on the company's common stock of $1.48 per share payable Dec. 12, 2021, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Nov.19, 2021. The company has succeeded in paying dividends to its shareholders without interrupti...

Visa States Latest SMI Supports View That Consumer Spending Set To Bounce Back In Q4

Reportedly, the U.S. Spending Momentum Index has increased  to110.6 in October up 2.1 points from September, as per the Visa (V) SMI index, an economic indicator of the health of consumer spending. The Visa SMI above 100, indicates strong consumer spending momentum and when it falls below 100, it d...

Travelers Acknowledged For Its Military-Friendly Initiatives

Reportedly, the Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) has once again been named a Military Friendly® Company by VIQTORY and a Best for Vets Employer by Military Times. The company has secured a spot on VIQTORY’s Military Spouse Friendly Employers list for the first time and maintained its standing on V...

Chevron To Address CO2 Injection Shortfall At Australia LNG Site

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) Australian unit will invest A$40 million ($29.49 million) to address a carbon dioxide injection shortfall at its Gorgon liquefied natural gas facility in Western Australia. Under the investment, the oil giant will address the shortfall over a five-year period, a...

Disney’s Quarter Reports Disappointing Disney+ Subscriber Growth – Misses Estimates

 As per reports, Walt Disney Company (DIS) streaming service Disney+ witnessed the slowest growth since its launch missing market estimates and pushing stocks down. Also, profits from the theme park division performed below expectations in the fourth quarter, even though the quarter was the first t...

Walmart & Silicon Valley Start-Up Gatik Initiate Driverless Truck Deliveries To Boost Efficiencies

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has started using fully driverless trucking to boost its online grocery business, increasing capacity and minimizing inefficiencies. In August, Walmart along with Silicon Valley start-up Gatik operated two autonomous box trucks without a safety driver on a ...

PepsiCo Expects First Delivery Of Tesla Semi Trucks Q4/2021

As per reports, PepsiCo (PEP) is reportedly set to receive its first delivery of Tesla (TSLA) Semi trucks in the fourth quarter informed the beverage giant’s CEO Ramon Laguarta at the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference, or COP26. However, the number of trucks to be delivered was not dis...

J&J’s Chairman & CEO Alex Gorsky Added To Apple’s BOD

As per reports, Alex Gorsky, Chairman & CEO of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) to join Apple’s (AAPL) board of directors. Gorsky joined Johnson & Johnson in 1988, accumulating a broad range of experience in sales, management, and marketing before becoming CEO in 2012. Gorky’s inclusion will ...

Salesforce’s Marc Benioff Invests $20M In Potential Google Competitor You.com

As per reports, You.com, a startup looking to challenge Alphabet Inc.'s Google by developing a more customizable search engine, is being backed by a $20 million investment led by the venture fund of Salesforce.com Inc. (CRM) Chief Executive Marc Benioff. Benioff's inclusion with the startup includes...

Walmart Schedules Q3 Earnings Release For Nov 16 Prior To The Open

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has scheduled to release its third-quarter earnings at 6 a.m. CST on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021. The release will be followed by a live conference call with the Investment Community at 7 a.m. CST to discuss the results, hosted by President & CEO Doug McMillon, ...

Boeing Employee Vaccine Exemption Requests Reaching Approx. 9% Of U.S. Workforce

Reportedly, the number of Boeing Co. (BA) employees seeking a vaccine exemption on religious or medical grounds has reached more than 11,000 - or nearly 9% of its U.S. workforce. Recently, the White House pushed back its vaccination deadline, to Jan. 4 for employees at federal contractors or to be ...

Merck Reportedly Advancing Talks With European Union With Regard To Covid-19 Pills

Reportedly, the European Union is negotiating with Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) and Pfizer over possible contracts to supply their experimental COVID-19 drugs. Both the healthcare giants have developed antiviral pills that have shown promising efficacy in adults displaying Merck's efficacy result of ...

$INVO Bioscience ‘Freed’ To Roll Out Affordable Infertility Treatment Clinics (INVO Centers) Across The US

INVO Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVO) is a medical device and fertility clinic development company focused on creating simplified, affordable treatments for patients diagnosed with infertility. Their solution, the INVO® Procedure, is a revolutionary in-vivo method of vaginal incubation that offers p...

Limited Time Offer For Disney+ Being At $1.99/Mo. Now Available

As per reports, Walt Disney Company (DIS) is offering a month of its streaming service Disney+ for $1.99 for the first month. The offer began on Nov. 8 and will run through Nov. 14 for new and eligible returning subscribers. Disney, which charges $7.99 per month for its streaming service in the Unit...

FDA Authorizes Batches Of J&J COVID-19 Vaccine From Emergent’s Baltimore Plant

As per reports, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration had authorized the use of two more batches of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) one-dose COVID-19 vaccine manufactured at the problem-plagued Baltimore factory of Emergent BioSolutions Inc, based on a thorough review of facility records and quality tes...

Apple To Drop Customer Mask Mandate At More Than 100 Stores

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) will withdraw its mask mandate for customers at many U.S. retail stores starting this week as COVID-19 cases decline. More than 100 of Apple’s 270 stores across the country will remove the requirement, with more stores adopting the same gradually. However, the mask mandate...

UnitedHealth Group To Pay Quarterly Dividend On December 14

As per reports, the board of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.45 per share, to be paid on December 14, 2021. The dividend is payable to all shareholders as of December 6, 2021.   Dow 30 component UnitedHealth Group In...

Boeing Settles Shareholder ‘737 Max Oversight’ Lawsuit For Approx. $225M

As per reports, Boeing Co's (BA) board of directors settle a shareholder lawsuit that claimed the aerospace giant’s board failed to oversee safety matters related to two 737 MAX crashes that killed 346 people in less than six months. The settlement amount was agreed at about $225 million. As per t...

IBM’s Managed Infrastructure Services Business Kyndryl Began Trading On NYSE Under The Symbol “KD”

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) announced the complete separation of Kyndryl, its managed infrastructure services business starting November 4, 2021. Kyndryl to begin "regular way" trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "KD." "The separation of Kyndryl...

AT&T Inc. & Verizon’s 5G Service Delayed On Some Airwaves After U.S. Aviation Regulators Raise Concerns

Reportedly, AT&T Inc. (T) and Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) delay the rollout of the fast 5G service on some airwaves after U.S. aviation regulators raised concerns it might interfere with aircraft electronics. The agencies confirmed a 30-day delay to Jan. 5. “Today Verizon and AT&T a...

Microsoft Announces New Technology Aimed At Increasing Its Cloud Offerings

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) is working on a new round of technologies aimed at making its cloud computing services work in data centers it does not own, including the cloud data centers of its rivals. The tech giant’s strategy involves building its most profitable cloud software services, suc...

Global Technology Leader Cisco Schedules Q1/2022 Release On November 17

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) will host a conference call for its first-quarter fiscal year 2022 financial results on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, at 1:30 PM (PT)/ 4:30 PM (ET). Call & Link Details: 888-848-6507 & 212-519-0847 (for International Callers) Live & replay au...

Walmart & Sam’s Club To Administer The Latest Approved Pfizer $PFE Vaccine For Children Aged 5 – 11 Years

As per reports, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have authorized the Pfizer (PFE) vaccine for children aged 5 to 11. Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) and Sam’s Club will administer the Pfizer vaccine to eligible children aged 5 to 11 across more than 5...

Goldman Sachs Promotes Diversity In Hiring

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) has promoted 643 people to managing director, the bank's second-highest rank behind a partner, which included a higher proportion of female, Black, Asian, and Latino workers. The bank believes that more Black, Latino, and female professionals are to be...

Nike’s Vietnam Contracted Factories Resume Full Production

Reportedly, 200 contracted factories across Vietnam that make sportswear for NIKE, Inc. (NKE) have resumed operations after months of COVID-19 suspension, racing back to get its key manufacturing sector back on track. In mid-July, nearly 80% of Nike's footwear makers and half of its apparel provider...

Biotech Giant Amgen Releases Q3 Earnings

Amgen (AMGN) reported a 4% rise in quarterly revenue, as pandemic restrictions eased reporting adjusted earnings per share for the quarter of $4.69, beating the average analyst forecast of $4.27. Amgen's net earnings dropped 3% to $3.31 per share with a $400 million licensing-related expense from a ...

Apple Prioritizes Production Of iPhone 13 Over iPad Amid Global Chip Crunch

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is reducing the production of iPad tablets to allocate more components to its iPhone 13, implying the global chip supply crunch is hitting Apple harder than previously reported. The iPhone maker is prioritizing the production of its iPhone 13 output in part because it f...

World’s Largest Home Improvement Retailer Home Depot To Release Q3 Earnings On Nov 16

Reportedly, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is scheduled to host its third-quarter earnings conference Call on Tuesday, November 16, at 9 a.m. ET. The webcast will be archived and will be available at approximately noon on November 16. The webcast can be reached at http://ir.homedepot.com/events-and-presentat...

Beverage Giant Coca-Cola To Acquire Remaining Stake In BodyArmor Now Valued At $6.59B

Reportedly, Coca-Cola Co. (KO) is now buying a remaining stake in BodyArmor that it did not already own for $5.6 billion, valuing BodyArmor at about $6.59 billion. The beverage giant is gearing up its sports drink portfolio to take on market leader, PepsiCo Inc.'s Gatorade. The deal signifies a shif...

Apple Reported Revenue of $83.36B Versus $84.68B Expectations

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) misses fourth-quarter earnings estimates with its iPhone, Mac, and Wearables businesses coming up short amid the ongoing chip shortage. Some key figures from the release: Revenue of $83.36 billion was reported versus $84.68 billion expected. Earnings per share of $1.2...

Boeing Reports Q3 Miss – Dealing With 787 Dreamliner Delays

As per reports, Boeing (BA) released third-quarter earnings recently & reported an increase in revenue to $15.28 billion in the quarter, up 8% from $14.14 billion a year ago, but below the $16.3 billion analysts forecast. The company reported a $132 million net loss for the quarter though it was...

Merck Reports Quarterly Earnings Beat- Raises Outlook Point Toward Covid-19 Antiviral Molnupiravir Pill Sales

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is riding high on its Covid-19 antiviral molnupiravir that is expected to bring in as much as $7 billion in global sales through 2022, the figure includes up to $1 billion in revenue this year if the experimental drug is authorized in December. Merck’s M...

Surprise! Chevron Reports ‘Best Ever’ Cash Flow As Oil & Gas Prices Fly Upward

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) posted the highest quarterly profit in eight years, driven by surging oil and gas prices and a recovery in motor fuel demand. The U.S oil major posted a net income of $6.11 billion, compared with a loss of $207 million a year ago. Adjusted earnings per share...

Beverage Giant Coca-Cola Hikes Annual Outlook – Net sales jumped 16%

Beverage giant, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) reported fiscal third-quarter earnings that exceeded analysts’ estimates allowing it to hike its annual outlook again. Some key highlights from the earnings: Adjusted EPS of 65 cents was reported exceeding 58 cents expected. Revenue stood at $10.04...

Caterpillar Beats Q3 Earnings Estimates – See Increased Demand From Mining & Construction Sectors

Dow 30 component, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) reported strong third-quarter earnings, which exceeded analysts’ expectations as demand for heavy machinery across the construction and mining sectors outweighed concerns of ongoing supply-chain hangups. The company reported adjusted quarterly profit of $2...

Intel & Google Team Up To Create ‘Mount Evans’ – A New Class Of Chip Or Infrastructure Processing Unit

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) and Alphabet Inc's (GOOG) Google Cloud are working together to create a new category of chip that Intel hopes will become a major seller in the booming cloud computing market. The chip is called Mount Evans and will be sold to others beyond Google. Tasks like...

McDonald’s Q4 Earnings Exceed – Higher Prices, New Menu Items – Orders Increase

McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) reported strong earnings, ahead of market estimates helped by higher prices, larger order sizes, and entry of new menu items. As pandemic-related restrictions eased and restaurants opened at full capacity, McDonald's has been gaining market share from competitors by in...

3M Releases Q3 Earnings – Raising Prices Amid Inflation & Logistics Issues

3M (MMM) reported third-quarter earnings, reporting a better-than-expected quarterly profit and revenue riding on sales growth across its business units.  Post-It notes to industrial sandpaper Maker, 3M, informed it would increase product prices to deal with inflationary and supply chain pressures ...

Verizon & Amazon’s Satellite Deal Seemingly Intensifying A Bezos & Musk Clash

Reportedly, Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) has entered into a deal with Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) to link up its planned fleet of satellites, stepping up the rivalry with Elon Musk’s StarLink system. Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos has committed $10 billion to satellite subsidiary Kuiper Systems LLC, ...

IBM Announces Cash Dividend Of $1.64 Payable December 10, 2021

As per reports, the board of International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $1.64 per common share to stockholders as of November 10, 2021. The dividend is payable on December 10, 2021. The dividend is the first dividend that will be paid by IBM after...

Biotech Giant Amgen Announces Q4 Dividend Payable Dec 8

As per reports, the board of Dow 30 Amgen (MGN) announced a $1.76 per share dividend for the fourth quarter of 2021 and is payable December 8, 2021 to all stockholders as of November 16, 2021. If you liked this story please consider, visiting the Atossa Therapeutics (ATOS) dedicated page at Vista ...

Johnson & Johnson & Moderna Booster Shots Now Available At US Walmart & Walgreens

Reportedly, Walmart Inc. (WMT) and Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. (WBA) have started to administer COVID-19 booster shots from Johnson & Johnson and Moderna Inc., in addition to the previously authorized Pfizer-BioNTech booster. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said citizens can cho...

American Express UK Credit Cards Consumers To Pay Higher Interest Rates Starting February

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) is set to increase interest rates that it charges UK consumers’ credit cards from 22.2% to 24.5% starting February next year. The increase of 2.3 percentage is because of the rising costs of providing loyalty programs, rewards, and benefits to its custome...

American Express Posts Strong Q3 Earnings As Card Spending Increases

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) released third-quarter earnings reporting earnings per share of $2.27 a share on revenue of $10.9 billion, exceeding analysts’ estimates of $1.80 a share on revenue of $10.52 billion. Net income in the period was $1.83 billion versus $1.07 billion a y...

John Deaton Appointed As EVP Supply Chain & Product Development at Home Depot Replacing Mark Holifield

As per reports, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) announced John Deaton as executive vice president of Supply Chain and Product Development, effective November 1, 2021, replacing Mark Holifield. Holifield, who served the company for 15 years, to join as CEO of a U.S.-based last-mile delivery firm. Deaton, a 14-...

Honeywell Reduces Full-Year Sales Target Amid Global Supply Chain Issues

Reportedly, Honeywell International Inc. (HON) released third-quarter earnings ended Sept. 30 reporting net sales of $8.47 billion, higher from $7.80 billion a year earlier but below analysts' average estimate of $8.65 billion. Earnings of $2.02 per share were reported beating estimates of $1.99 per...

Intel’s Q3 Hit By Industry-Wide Component Shortage

Intel Corporation (INTC) reports weak third-quarter earnings figures, driven by an industry-wide component shortage for its PC chip business leading to a 2% shrinkage during the quarter ended October 2. “We call it match sets, where we may have the CPU, but you don’t have the LCD, or you don’...

Some US Walmart’s Allowing Customers To Buy Bitcoin At Coinstar Kiosks

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) offers customers at some of its U.S. stores to purchase bitcoin using ATM-like machines installed by Coinstar. Coinstar, which has machines that can exchange physical coins for cash, has partnered with CoinMe, digital currency exchange to let customers buy bitc...

Coca-Cola Announces Quarterly Dividend Of 42 Cents

As per reports, the board of Coca-Cola Company (KO) announced a dividend of 42 cents per common share payable on Dec. 15, 2021. The dividend is payable to shareholders as of Dec. 1, 2021. Dow 30 Component, The Coca-Cola Company (KO), is the largest total beverage company in the world. It offers 5...

American Express & Goldman Collaborating To Offer Businesses Integrated Digital Payments Solutions

Reportedly, American Express (AXP) and Goldman Sachs (GS) Transaction Banking announced a collaboration to provide large corporate clients with a cloud-based payments solution that will support multiple payment options and also offer analytics and data in one integrated platform. The collaboration w...

Apple Mandates Daily Covid-19 Testing For Unvaccinated Employees

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is requiring unvaccinated corporate employees to test for Covid-19 each time they want to enter an office, a crucial step in tightening its virus protocols while still stopping short of a vaccine mandate. The above requirement will also apply to employees who do not repo...

IBM’s Q3 Earnings Disappoint

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation's (IBM) third-quarter earnings release reported lower revenue than estimates. Adjusted earnings per share of $2.52 per share versus $2.50 per share expected. Revenue of $17.62 billion was reported versus $17.77 billion estimated. Net income dec...

Walgreens Schedules Quarterly Dividend Payable On Dec 10

Reportedly, the board of Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) declared a quarterly dividend of 47.75 cents per share, the same as the previous quarter. The dividend is payable to stockholders of record as of Nov. 15, 2021, and is payable on Dec. 10, 2021. Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) is a pharmacy-led,...

$INVO Bioscience Presents Exciting Conclusions For Affordable Infertility Treatment INVOcell At #ASRM2021

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Boeing Donates $1M Towards Hurricane Ida Relief Efforts ($500,000 Donation To American Red Cross)

As per reports, Boeing (NYSE: BA) has announced that it will donate $1 million from the Boeing Charitable Trust to help with disaster recovery and relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. The fund includes a $500,000 donation to the American Red Cross that will assist with food, shelter, w...

Verizon Reports Q3 Earnings Beat – Raises Guidance – $VZ

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) quarter earnings beat analyst estimates reporting an adjusted profit of 1.41 a share, beating forecasts for $1.36 a share, on sales of $$32.9 billion, below expectations for $33.2 billion. The telecom giant raised its guidance to a range of $5.35 to $5.4...

IBM To Acquire Leading Adobe Workfront Consultancy Unit From Rego Consulting Corporation

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is acquiring Adobe Workfront consulting unit and assets from Rego Consulting Corporation to expand its hybrid cloud and AI strategy.  The company has been investing aggressively to strengthen its hybrid cloud and AI strategy and capa...

J&J’s Q3 Profits Increased With Higher Sales In Consumer, Pharmaceutical & Medical Devices Units

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) sold $502 million of its Covid-19 vaccine in the third quarter. The Pharma giant reported adjusted EPS of $2.60 per share versus $2.35 expected. Revenue stood at $23.34 billion versus $23.72 billion expected. The company maintained its Covid vaccine sales outl...

3M Settles Claims Over Tennessee River Contamination

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) has agreed to pay about $98.4 million to settle claims that it contaminated the Tennessee River with toxic chemicals. The company agreed to resolve the lawsuit by environmental group Tennessee Riverkeeper, a separate class action by residents of Alabama's Morgan County. , and al...

P&G Reports Beats Q1 Estimates – Points to Inflationary Concerns

As per reports, Procter & Gamble Company (PG) reported first-quarter earnings, beating analyst estimates even as higher costs weighed on the company’s profits.  The company also raised its forecast for commodity and freight costs for the remainder of the fiscal year, warning it believes infla...

Walt Disney Receives Rare Wall Street Downgrade

Reportedly, Walt Disney Company (DIS, $170.57) stock received a rare Wall Street downgrade as Barclays put forward bold changes from the entertainment giant to reverse slowing growth at its streaming service, Disney+. Last month, Disney Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek informed that the fourth-qua...

Goldman Sachs Beats Estimates As IBank Revs Surge Nearly 90%! – $GS

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) reported their Q3 results, which exceeded analysts’ expectations, as investment banking revenue surged nearly 90%. Earning Highlights: Earnings of $14.93 a share were reported versus $10.18 estimated. Revenue of $13.61 billion was reported, a 26% i...

McDonalds Introducing The Plant-Based ‘McPlant Burger” In 8 U.S Outlets Starting Next Month – $MCD

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is set to start testing its plant-based McPlant burger in eight U.S. outlets from Nov. 3 for a limited time. The plant-based burger is developed in partnership with vegan meat maker Beyond Meat to develop meatless alternatives. The burger is already availab...

Verizon Joins The List Of Federal Contractors Issuing Vaccine Mandate For Its U.S Workforce

As per reports, VVerizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) has issued a vaccination mandate for its U.S. workforce, under President Joe Biden's federal contractor executive order. Verizon, a federal contractor said that thousands of non-union U.S. employees must be fully vaccinated by Dec. 8 under the execu...

Apple Reportedly Fires Texas Employee Leading The #AppleToo Movement

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) has fired an employee who encouraged and led a movement encouraging workers to come out and share their concerns about the tech giant. Janneke Parrish was working in Austin, Texas, area as a program manager for the company's Maps service, and was fired during an internal...

Boeing Faces Protest From Employees Amid Vaccination Mandate

Reportedly, some 200 Boeing Co (BA) employees and others have staged a protest over the planemaker's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for U.S. workers. Waving signs like "coercion is not consent," and "stop the mandate," was witnessed outside Boeing's factory in Everett, north of Seattle. "It's my choice...

Walgreens Q4 Earnings Exceeded Expectations – Informs Rise In Covid-19 Vaccinations

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) exceeded Wall Street’s expectations for fiscal fourth-quarter earnings, as the demand for Covid-19 vaccines increases. During the quarter, Walgreens administered 13.5 million vaccines, nearly double the approximately 7 million it had expected in the t...

Coca-Cola Eyes 2022 IPO For Majority Owned Coca-Cola Beverages Africa

As per reports, Coca-Cola Co. (KO) is seeking a value of 7 billion euros ($8.1 billion) for its Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, expected to list next year. Bank of America Corp., Morgan Stanley, and Standard Bank Group Ltd. are being enlisted to run the initial public offering. As per sources, the final...

Boeing Reports Increase In September Aircraft Deliveries

As per reports, Boeing (BA) informed that they have fulfilled an increase in airplane deliveries to 35 in September, as domestic travel revived, but its 787 aircraft is still dealing with structural defects. Out of the 35 jetliners delivered last month, 26 were 737 MAX passenger jets and one aircraf...

Walgreens Announces Investment Of An Additional $5.2B In VillageMD

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) is to invest an additional $5.2B in VillageMD care providers as the pharmacy chain aims to expand primary healthcare services at its stores. The investment increases Walgreens' stake in VillageMD to 63% from 30%, while the latter plans to go public next ...

INVO Bioscience Schedules Opening Of 3rd INVO Center “Positib Fertility” – Advanced Fertility Care Utilizing The Efficient, Effective, & Affordable INVOcell Solution – $INVO

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InMed Pharma ($INM) Acquires BayMedica Seeking To Accelerate The Commercialization of Rare Cannabinoids!

  There are over 2,000 years of documented history of the health benefits of Cannabis in humans which stems primarily from the fact that the human body produces 2 cannabinoids naturally called endocannabinoids and therefore have natural affinity to interact with these compounds on a biologic...

Reportedly, Broadcom & Texas Instruments Component Issues Causing Supply Constraints for Apple’s iPhone 13

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is seeking to lower its iPhone 13 production targets for 2021 by as many as 10 million units as chip shortages continue to worry the industry. Apple was expecting to produce 90 million new iPhone models in the last three months of the year but, the total will be lower be...

World’s Largest Aerospace Co. Boeing Requiring U.S. Employees To Be Vaccinated By Dec. 8 Following Executive Order Issued By The White House

Reportedly, Boeing Co. (BA) announced that it will require its 125,000 U.S. employees to be vaccinated by Dec. 8 under an executive order issued by President Joe Biden for federal contractors. "Boeing is requiring its U.S.-based employees to either show proof of vaccination or have an approved re...

Walgreens Appoints Holly May, EVP & Global Chief Human Resources Officer & Anita Allemand, Chief Transformation and Integration Officer

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) announced two major executive leadership positions, where Holly May was appointed Executive Vice President and Global Chief Human Resources Officer, and Anita Allemand was appointed Chief Transformation and Integration Officer. May and Allemand will repo...

IBM Shareholders To Receive One Share of Kyndryl Services Stock For Every Five Shares of IBM Stock

Reportedly, the board of International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has approved the previously announced separation of Kyndryl, the company’s managed infrastructure services business. The IBM board of directors declared a pro-rata distribution to IBM stockholders of 80.1 percent of the out...

Beverage Giant Coca-Cola Schedules ESG Presentation On Nov 3 Led By Bea Perez, SVP & Chief Communications & Sustainability and Strategic Partnerships Officer

As per reports, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) has scheduled to discuss the company’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities during a webcast with investors on Nov. 3 at 11 a.m. ET. The event will be hosted by Bea Perez, Senior Vice President, and Chief Communications & Sustainabil...

IBM & Raytheon Technologies Announce Collaboration Offering Enhanced Solutions In Aerospace, Defense & Intelligence Solutions

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) and Raytheon Technologies (RTX) have entered a strategic collaboration agreement to jointly develop advanced artificial intelligence, cryptographic and quantum solutions for the aerospace, defense, and intelligence industries includin...

Verizon & Partners Launch Women’s CoLab, An Initiative Empowering Women

Reportedly, Verizon and its partners announced the launch of Women’s CoLab, an initiative providing women with essential resources to help them achieve success in an increasingly digital economy, and assisting them to re-enter the workforce and realize their career ambitions. Women’s CoLab found...

Honeywell Expects 7400 New Business Jet Deliveries As Travel Rebounds

Reportedly, Honeywell International Inc (HON) raised its outlook for business jet deliveries, as the travel sector rebounds after Covid-19 restrictions begin to ease globally. The company now forecast up to 7,400 new business jet deliveries worth $238 billion from 2022 to 2031, an increase of 1% fro...

Home Depot Say ‘Yes’ To Walmart’s GoLocal Fast Delivery Service

As per reports, Walmart (WMT) has gained Home Depot (HD), as its first client for its new GoLocal fast delivery service. The service includes same-day and next-day delivery at select stores in New Mexico, Arkansas, and Texas initially, before expanding to other markets by year-end.  The items Walma...

Visa To Now Offer Visa Installments In Australia With ANZ & Quest Payment Systems

Reportedly, Visa (V) has announced the expansion of Visa Installments in Australia in partnership with one of the country’s largest financial institutions, ANZ, and merchant payment provider, Quest.  The solution allows  Australian shoppers to access "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) financing via the...

Visa To Release Fourth-Quarter Earnings On Oct 26

As per reports, Visa Inc. ( V) is to announce its fiscal fourth quarter and full-year 2021 financial results on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, after the market closes. The Visa’s executive management team will host a live audio webcast beginning at 2:00 p.m. P.T (5:00 p.m. ET) to discuss the results....

Honeywell Announces Q3 Earnings Release Date

As per reports, Honeywell (HON) is set to release its Q3 financial results before the market opens on Friday, October 22, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EDT. Link & Dial-In Details: Dial (301) 715-8592 with meeting ID is 996 7173 6928 and the access code is 528460. A real-time aud...

Biotech Giant Amgen Makes Investment In Precision Medicines for Brain Diseases Focused Neumora Therapeutics

As per reports, U.S. biotech giant, Amgen In. (AMGN), has made a $100-million equity investment in Neumora Therapeutics, and simultaneously is allowing Neumora to obtain the global rights to develop and sell certain of Amgen's experimental drugs for neurodegenerative diseases. Neumora Therapeutics, ...

Boeing Announces Q3 Earnings Release Date

Reportedly, the Boeing Company (BA) to release its fiscal third quarter, 2021 earnings on Wednesday, October 27, followed by a conference call that day at 10:30 a.m. ET. President & Chief Executive Officer David Calhoun and Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Brian West to hos...

Coca Cola Turns To 3 So-called Bulk Carriers As Container Rates Rise

Reportedly, Coca-Cola Company (KO) is switching its cargoes to vessels that are normally only used by industrial commodity traders. The company usually transports materials around the world in the same 20-foot steel boxes that haul everything from toys to bicycles, but due to constrained capacity, t...

Emirates Airline Seeking Timetable Update For Boeing’s 777X Deliveries

As per reports, the head of Dubai's Emirates airline has urged U.S. planemaker Boeing (BA) to provide more clarity over the timetable for its delayed 777X jetliner, raising concerns that the schedule would affect complex fleet plans across the group. "We work to precision. I struggle with others wh...

Procter & Gamble Schedules Its Annual Shareholder Meet For Oct 12

As per reports, David S. Taylor, Chairman of the Board, President, and Chief Executive Officer of The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) to lead the Procter & Gamble 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, beginning at 12:00 p.m.ET. Interested parties can view t...

Nike Continues To Rule As Top Choice Among Teens

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has gained the number 1 apparel brand spot among teens for the eleventh straight year, also a top choice for teens when it comes to footwear, as surveyed by Piper Sandler’s latest "Taking Stock with Teens" survey. The list is followed by Vans at spot 2, and Nike’s-ow...

Microsoft Launches Windows 11- Informs “Phased & Measured” Rollout

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) has launched its latest operating system Windows 11 worldwide, claiming it to be fast and with updated features. Most distinctly, it comes with a new Start Menu, located in the middle of the taskbar, along with modernized new Settings menus and options. Microsoft inform...

J&J Seeking FDA Approval For Authorization Of Its COVID-19 Vaccine Booster

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson has submitted data to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for emergency use authorization of a booster shot of its COVID-19 vaccine in people aged 18 and above. The submission includes data from a late-stage study reporting a booster given 56 days after the fi...

McDonald’s Preparing For Zero Emissions By 2050

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) has set a new target to cut global greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050, the burger giant informed that it was working with the nonprofit Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to change its existing climate change targets. The burger giant now aim...

Nike Announces Re-Opening Of Its Nike Sport Research Lab (NSRL) In Beaverton, OR

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) announced the re-opening of its Nike Sport Research Lab (NSRL) in the new LeBron James Innovation Center, placed at the center of Nike’s campus in Beaverton, Oregon. The new NSRL is five times larger than the original,  created 40 years ago in Exeter, New Hampshi...

Coca-Cola Announces Q3 2021 Earnings Release On October 27

As per reports, the Coca-Cola Company is to release its third-quarter 2021 financial results on Oct. 27 before the market opens, followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to review and discuss the results. Interested parties can join the event on the company's website. Dow 30 Compon...

Honeywell Increases Annual Cash Dividend Payable December 3, 2021

Reportedly, the board of Honeywell (HON) approved an increase in the company's regular annual cash dividend from $3.72 to $3.92 per share. The raise will be effective starting with the fourth-quarter dividend of $.98 per share, payable on December 3, 2021, out of surplus to shareholders of record at...

Walgreens Considering Deal With Arlington, Virginia-Based Evolent Health?

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) is considering a deal to acquire Arlington, Virginia-based, Evolent Health Inc., the healthcare group. Evolent has a platform that helps providers like hospitals and doctors manage their costs. It also works on behalf of health insurers and assists to ge...

McDonald’s Returns With Its Iconic McRib!

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is bringing back its cult classic menu item, the McRib, which is a BBQ favorite, and is made of seasoned boneless pork, barbecue sauce, onions, and pickles on a bun, will be available on menus beginning November 1. The McRib has had a substantial following ...

Disney & Scarlett Johansson Settle Dispute Over ‘Black Widow’ Movie

As per reports, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) and actress, Scarlett Johansson jointly announced the settlement of their legal dispute arising from the release of the Marvel superhero movie "Black Widow.” The terms of the settlement between the parties remained undisclosed. In July, Johansson accu...

Chevron To Release Q3 Earnings On Oct 29

As per reports, Chevron Corporation (CVX) will release its Q3 earnings results on Friday, October 29, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. PT).  The live webcast can be reached at the company’s website. Interested parties can dial in: Listen-only mode: 929-477-0308 or 800-289-0449 with Conference ...

Merck Appoints Board Member Thomas H. Glocer As Independent Lead Director Effective Immediately

Reportedly, the board of Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) announced the appointment of Thomas H. Glocer as independent lead director effective immediately. Mr. Glocer has served on the Merck Board of Directors since 2007 and has extensive management, technology, operational, and international business ex...

Merck’s Oral COVID-19 Antiviral Drug Showing To Be Efficacious Against Variants

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.'s (MRK) experimental oral COVID-19 antiviral drug, molnupiravir is expected to produce promising results against variants of the coronavirus, including the dominant, highly transmissible Delta. Molnupiravir does not target the spike protein of the virus, which all ...

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Visa To Expand Operations & Hiring In Midtown Atlanta

Reportedly, Visa Inc.(V) to open a new office in Atlanta next year as part of an expansion in the city. Visa’s new office will be based at 1200 Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta district and will have employees performing a range of functions, focussing mainly on technology and client services. ...

Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) To Release Q3 Results On Oct 20

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. is to announce third-quarter 2021 earnings on Wednesday, October 20, beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. All the necessary materials will be available on the website at 7:30 a.m. Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is a worldwide leader in delivering communicatio...

Microsoft Allows Third-Party Storefronts On Its App Store Without Fees

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) allows Epic Games Inc, Amazon.com Inc (AMZN), and other firms to integrate their app stores into the technology giant's marketplace, giving more options to third-party developers. The company said it would not take a cut from app developers' revenue when the apps manage ...

Walmart Health Centers Partners With Epic Systems To Offer Easy Access To “e-health” Records

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. has entered a partnership with electronic health records company Epic Systems to support all of the retailer’s health and wellness lines of business. Epic’s technology platform will offer patients a consolidated health record across care settings, multiple so...

JPMorgan Chase & Co Invests More Than $60 Million In MDI’s

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has invested in 10 banks with diverse leadership, acquiring stakes with a total value of more than $60 million. The bank is giving its customers free access to thousands of ATMs as part of its initiative and also to help address the racial wealth gap. The ...

American Express Schedules Quarterly Dividend Payable Nov 10

As per reports, the Board of American Express Company (AXP) announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.43 per common share to shareholders as of October 8, 2021. The dividend is payable on November 10, 2021. Dow 30 component American Express Company (AXP) and its subsidiaries provide customers ...

Reportedly, Merck Expected To Close $11B Deal With Blood-Related Disorder Therapeutics Firm Acceleron Pharma

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) is in advanced talks to acquire drugmaker Cambridge, Massachusetts-based, Acceleron Pharma Inc (XLRN) .  Acceleron is focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapeutics to treat blood-related disorders.  As per a Bloomberg report, ...

You May Have To Wait For Apple’s Newly Launched “Pre-ordered” iPhone 13

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) iPhone customers will have to wait for a few more weeks to get their new iPhone 13, as strong demand and supply chain delays lead to one of the longest waiting times for the phone in recent years. Analysts at Credit Suisse & J.P.Morgan informed that the customers across ...

Nike Q1 Earnings – Supply Chain Issues & Brands Digital Success Highlighted

NIKE, Inc. (NKE) recently released Q1 earnings which were 'curbed' by supply-chain issues, as manufacturing delays due to factory shutdowns in facilities in Asia continued. The sportswear giant reported revenue of $ 12.2 billion vs. $12.47 billion expected. Adjusted earnings of $1.16 cents were repo...

Nike Teams Up With Award-Winning Singer Billie Eilish To Launch “100% Vegan” Air Jordans

Reportedly, Nike, Inc. (NKE) is set to launch two pairs of "100% vegan" Air Jordan sneakers on Sep 27, in collaboration with award-winning singer Billie Eilish, 19. Eilish announced the sneakers on her social media handle, showcasing two options a green pair of Air Jordan 1KO, and a tan pair of Air ...

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Rare Cannabinoid Leader InMed Pharmaceuticals (INM) Reports Fiscal 2021 Progress – Strengthened Balance Sheet, BayMedica Acquisition, & Pharmaceutical Drug Developments

InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM) is a clinical-stage company developing a pipeline of cannabinoid-based pharmaceutical drug candidates, initially focused on the therapeutic benefits of cannabinol (“CBN”) and is developing IntegraSyn™ to produce pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoids. The Company...

UnitedHealthcare Offering Apple Fitness+ To Fully Insured Members At No Additional Cost

Reportedly, UnitedHealthcare (UNH) is offering its fully insured members (approximately 3 million) in most states with Apple (AAPL)  watch to sign up for Apple Fitness+ and get a 12-month subscription at no additional cost to Apple Fitness+, starting Nov 1. The first fitness service is built entire...

Walmart Closes $2B Green Bond Offering The First Under Green Financing Framework

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. has announced that it has closed its previously announced $2 billion inaugural green bond offering. Net proceeds will be allocated to fund current and prospective projects to advance Walmart’s sustainability goals.  The green bond is Walmart’s first offering...

American Express Schedules Q3 Earnings Release On Oct 22

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) is to release its third-quarter 2021 financial results on Friday, October 22, 2021, followed by a live audio webcast of its earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. (ET). The webcast can be reached at the company’s website at https://ir.americanexpress.c...

Salesforce Increases Full-Year Guidance Figures

CRM giant and Dow 30 component, Salesforce.com Inc (CRM), upwardly revised its full-year revenue forecast, as the pandemic-driven shift to hybrid work increased demand for its cloud-based software. Deals, including the acquisition of Slack, a workplace messaging app, helped the company to dodge comp...

Apple Announces Bonuses To Store Employees

As per a Bloomberg report, Apple (AAPL) to pay one-time bonuses of as much as $1,000 to store employees next month. The company will give out $1,000 to retail staff hired before Mar. 31, while those who joined later will get $500, as per the reports. Employees that are working for the holiday shoppi...

JP Morgan Announces Increase In Quarterly Dividend

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) announced a quarterly dividend of $1.00 per share on the outstanding shares of the common stock of JPMorgan Chase. The board announced the dividend date as October 31, 2021, to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 6, 2021. The quarter d...

Apple’s Ad-Tracking Rules A Cause Concern For Facebook?

Recently as  per reports, Facebook Inc's (FB) shares dropped lowest since July, after warning Apple Inc. (AAPL) new data collection restrictions might hurt its third-quarter results. The social media giant is already witnessing a decline in its digital advertising business after Apple implemented a...

Reduce Use Of Plastic In Happy Meal

McDonalds To Reduce Use Of Plastic In Happy Meal Children Toys

Reportedly, Fast food giant McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is planning to reduce the use of plastic in more than 1 billion Happy Meal children's toys, it sells globally each year by the end of 2025. Toys will be made from plant-based or recycled plastics, allowing the company to reduce its use of vi...

UnitedHealth Group To Release Q3 Results On Oct 14

As per reports, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated  (UNH) is to release its third-quarter 2021 financial results on Thursday, October 14, 2021, before the market opens, followed by a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors. The webcast of the call can be reach...

Neuroinflammation As A Possible Cause For Alzheimer’s

Study Reveals Neuroinflammation As A Possible Cause For Alzheimer’s

As per reports, Doctors are studying the possibility of amyloid plaque lodged between the brain’s nerve cells and tangled tau protein fibers forming within the cells as the hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. The study suggests combination therapies addressing both amyloid plaque buildup and neuroi...

Disney Informs Content Production Delays

Disney Informs Content Production Delays As Contagious Delta Variant Surges

As per reports, Walt Disney (DIS) Co-Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek raised concern over delay in the production of some of its titles, caused by the resurgence of the Delta variant of the coronavirus. Shares of the company dropped after the statement, which was already hit hard by the coronavi...

Acute Labor Shortage

Walgreens Raising Bonuses & Rewards For Pharmacists To Retain During Acute Labor Shortage

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) to give a one-time bonus of $1,250 to its full-time pharmacists and a $1,000 payment to part-time pharmacists, as major retailers try to retain people amid an acute labor shortage, resulting in companies raising wages and providing incentives to employees ah...

Digital Retail Bank Chase

JP Morgan Enters British Market With Launch Of Digital Retail Bank Chase

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is challenging British rivals with the launch of its long-awaited digital retail bank, Chase. The launch marks the entry into retail banking outside North America by one of the United States' most dominant lenders, building pressure on British incumbents suc...

Bamboo Airways Enters ~$2B Deal With GE For Engines On Boeing Jets

As per reports, Vietnam's Bamboo Airways has entered a deal with General Electric (GE) to purchase GEnx engines to power Boeing (BA)) 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft for nearly $2 billion. The company informed the GEnx engines, due to be delivered in 2022, will be used on the airline's wide-body Dreamline...

Commercialization of Rare Cannabinoids

Invitation To Today’s FREE Presentation: “InMed Pharmaceuticals (INM): Accelerating The Commercialization of Rare Cannabinoids”

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Shipt Skillshare Sofar Sounds

Visa Releases Shipt, Skillshare, Sofar Sounds Benefits For U.S. Consumer Credit Cardholders

Reportedly, Visa (V) announced exclusive benefits for Visa’s U.S. Consumer Credit cardholders, with three exclusive benefits, such as Shipt, Skillshare, and Sofar Sounds. Eligible cardholders can enjoy; Free Shipt membership to receive free same-day delivery on groceries and household essenti...

Salesforce Schedules Annual Investor Day

Salesforce Schedules Annual Investor Day On Sept. 23

Reportedly, Dow 30 component Salesforce (CRM) is to hold its annual Investor Day on Thursday, Sept. 23 beginning at 8:00 a.m. (PT) / 11:00 a.m. (ET). The live broadcast and on-demand replay can be reached at www.salesforce.com/investorday2021 and at www.salesforce.com/investor.  Vista Partners L...

Intel Declares Quarterly Dividend

Intel Declares Quarterly Dividend Payable December 1

Reportedly, the board of Intel Corporation (INTC) declared a quarterly dividend of $.3475 per share on the company’s common stock payable on December 1. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of Nov. 7, 2021.  Intel Corporation (INTC) seeks to expand the boundaries of technology ...

J&J To Host Q3 Results Call On Oct 19th

Healthcare Giant J&J To Host Q3 Results Call On Oct 19th

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) announced to host a conference call for investors at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 19th to review and analyze third-quarter results. The call will be hosted by Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Joseph J. Wolk. Teh. The senior leadership wil...

New iPhone 13

Apple Launches Four New Versions Of Its New iPhone 13

Apple (AAPL) unveiled its new iPhone 13, introducing four versions the iPhone 13 mini, the iPhone 13, the iPhone 13 Pro, and the iPhone 13 Pro Max. The phones will be available from Sept. 24, and range in prices from $699 for the iPhone mini to $1,099 for the iPhone 13 Pro Max. The design of the iPh...

Goldman Acquiring Fintech Firm

Goldman Acquiring Fintech Firm GreenSky For $2.24B

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) is buying Atlanta-based, GreenSky Inc. for about $2.24 billion, extending its Marcus consumer-banking platform, a company offering payment plans to customers with home-improvement projects or health-care needs. The bank will pay 0.03 share of its common ...

Cisco Expects Revenue Coming From Subscriptions

Cisco Expects Revenue Coming From Subscriptions To Increase To 50%

As per reports, Cisco Systems Inc. (CSCO) forecasts that within four years, about half its revenue will come from software and other recurring sales, however, the high chip prices in its hardware business will keep pressuring overall profits, informed its chief financial officer. The company is shif...

Walmart To Begin Testing Autonomous Vehicle Delivery Service In 3 Cities

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) will begin testing autonomous vehicle delivery services in three cities with Ford and self-driving car company Argo.  The retail giant will use hybrid Ford Escape SUVs augmented along with Argo's AI technology. In 2017, Ford invested $1 billion in Argo and Vo...

Microsoft & Google

Microsoft & Google To Serve As Public Cloud Providers For Wells Fargo

As per reports, Microsoft (MSFT) and Alphabet Inc's Google have been chosen by Wells Fargo & Co (WFC) to serve as its public cloud providers, embracing a multi-cloud approach. Microsoft's Azure will serve as the bank's primary cloud provider, while Google Cloud will provide additional business-...

Caterpillar CEO

Caterpillar CEO Reveals Shortage of Suppliers’ Workers Increasing Supply-Chain Delays

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) is having a tough time getting the materials it needs from suppliers facing labor crunch, adding another hurdle for the machinery maker that is already amid a global chip shortfall. The delays may keep it from fully meeting demand this year. Chief Executive Of...

Microsoft Initiates Quarterly Dividend

Microsoft Initiates Quarterly Dividend Increase & Up To $60 Billion In Share Repurchases

Reportedly, the board of Microsoft (MSFT) has announced a quarterly dividend of $.62/share, a 6 cent or 11% increase over the previous quarter's dividend. The dividend is payable on Dec. 9, 2021, to shareholders of record on Nov. 18, 2021. The board announced the authorization of a new share repurc...

Stephen Scherr

Goldman Announces Appointment Of New CFO To Succeed Stephen Scherr

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) has appointed Denis Coleman, as its chief financial officer effective year-end and is taking over from current CFO Stephen Scherr, 57. Coleman, 47, is currently serving as the co-head of the global financing group in Goldman's investment banking division. Go...

Walgreens

YIKES! – Walgreens COVID-19 Test Registration System Reportedly Exposed Data

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance COVID-19 test registration system has exposed millions of data of people, including their phone numbers and email addresses. The data potentially also exposed names, dates of birth, and gender identities on the open web for anyone to see and for the multiple ad tr...

BTIG Downgrades Nike

BTIG Downgrades Nike From Buy To Neutral – Supply Chain Disruptions Continue

Reportedly, BTIG has downgraded NIKE, Inc. (NKE) rating from Buy to Neutral amid supply chain disruptions. The rising COVID-19 cases in Vietnam with its fully vaccinated rate of only between 4% and 5% has forced Vietnamese government officials to close down manufacturing facilities throughout the ...

Disney To Release Remaining 2021 Films

Disney To Release Remaining 2021 Films Exclusively First In Theaters

Reportedly, Walt Disney Co (DIS), announced to release of the rest of its 2021 films exclusively in theaters before streaming them on Disney+, strengthening hope for theatres to rebound. Earlier during the pandemic, the entertainment giant had released some movies on its streaming service and theate...

J&J's Ebola Vaccine

J&J’s Ebola Vaccine Demonstrated Promising Antibody Immune Responses In Adults & Children

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Ebola vaccine regimen has demonstrated promising antibody immune responses in adults and children, as published in Lancet Infectious Diseases journal. J&J informed that the two-dose regimen was well-accepted and released antibody responses to the Zaire...

Rare Cannabinoids

BayMedica Acquisition Propels InMed (NASDAQ: INM) Into Leadership Role In Manufacturing & Commercialization of Rare Cannabinoids

Beyond the well-known cannabinoids of THC and CBD, there’s a whole world of rare cannabinoids. Indeed, there are more than 100 rare cannabinoids that have been found in the Cannabis plant, including CBG, CBN, CBC and THCV with unique properties that are believed to have a wide range of health ben...

Apple TV

Watch-out Disney+ Spending Is Being Boosted On Apple TV+ Content & Marketing

As per reports, Apple Inc (AAPL) announces to spend more than $500 million on marketing its streaming service, Apple TV+, this year. The company also intends to majorly increase its output of new TV shows and movies to at least once a week in 2022, almost more than double its pace this year. Apple'...

JPMorgan

JPMorgan Chase Entered Agreement To Acquire ‘The Infatuation’

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has entered an agreement to acquire the popular restaurant discovery platform that provides honest recommendations for where to eat, The Infatuation. JPMorgan Chase will acquire The Infatuation’s entire business, including Zagat. The deal promises the ban...

Tesla's Employees To Boost Deliveries

Tesla’s Musk Encourages Employees To Boost Deliveries During Global Chip Shortage

Reportedly, Tesla Inc (TSLA) chief executive Elon Musk has asked employees to "go super hardcore" to make up for production challenges early in the third quarter, ensuring a decent Q3 delivery number, according to an internal memo. "The end of quarter delivery wave is unusually high this time, as w...

invo-biosciences

PROGRESS REPORT: INVO Bioscience’s Acquisition Provides Platform To Leverage The Existing INVOcell Product Registration In Canada

The INVOcell procedure is the first in-vivo culture (IVC) system in the world used for the incubation of eggs and sperm during fertilization and early embryo development within the body, as an alternative to conventional In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intrauterine Insemination (IUI). Through its i...

JPMorgan Chase Announces Allison Beer To CEO In Cards Division

JPMorgan Chase & Co Announces Key Appointments In Cards Division – Allison Beer To CEO

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has appointed Allison Beer as the chief executive officer of cards at Chase to lead the cards business at the retail bank. Chase is JPMorgan's retail bank which is housed within its consumer & community banking division. [caption id="attachment_53452"...

Microsoft Postpones Office Reopening

Microsoft Postpones Office Reopening Date Indefinitely In United States As Delta Variant Surges

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) has pushed back plans to fully reopen offices by Oct. 4, due to the uncertainty caused by the pandemic, as the highly contagious Covid-19’s delta variant has led to a resurgence in cases. The technology giant had earlier said it will open its Redmond headquarter as wel...

Chevron & Gevo invest in Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Chevron & Gevo To Jointly Invest In Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Reportedly, Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (CVX), and Gevo, Inc announced a letter of intent to jointly invest in building and operating one or more new facilities that would process inedible corn to produce sustainable aviation fuel, lowering the lifecycle of the carbon in...

bonuses for store workers

Walmart To Ditch Quarterly Bonuses For Store Workers

Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) to end its decades-old quarterly bonuses for store workers as it implements hourly wage raises for employees, as per a Wall Street Journal report. It was further informed that Walmart would scrap the benefit, dubbed MyShare, at the end of its fiscal year on Jan. 31, and ro...

Hydrogen Trial Projects

Chevron, Caterpillar Entered Collaboration Agreement To Develop Hydrogen Trial Projects In Stationary Power Applications – $CAT $CVX

Reportedly, Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (CVX), and Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) have entered a collaboration agreement to develop hydrogen trial projects in stationary power applications and transportation applications, including prime power.  The goal of the collaboration i...

Twin Axial Cable technology

3M Innovative Properties Co. & Luxshare Technology Enter Agreement To Obtain A Limited Patent License For Use Of Twin Axial Cable Technology

As per reports, 3M (MMM) Innovative Properties Co. and Luxshare Technology Co Ltd have entered an agreement to obtain a limited patent license for the use of the Twin Axial Cable technology from 3M. Twin Axial cable is used for high-speed data input/output (I/O) in data center servers. The collabor...

JPMorgan Volkswagen AG’s Payments Platform

JPMorgan ($JPM)To Acquire 75% Of Volkswagen AG’s Payments Platform

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is buying a majority stake in Volkswagen AG’s payments platform, extending its services further into the auto industry, with a 75% share of Volkswagen Payments SA. The bank plans to work with the car manufacturer to develop the platform for new markets tha...

Batch Of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Chevron, Delta Air Lines, & Google Team To Test The First Batch Of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) plans to produce a test batch of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and sell it to Delta Air Lines at the Los Angeles International Airport. The initiative is a part of the partnership companies announced with Alphabet Inc-owned Google to track SAF test batch emiss...

Fertility Care INVO Center

VISTA UPDATE: INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ: INVO) Successfully Opens Its 2nd Advanced & Affordable Fertility Care INVO Center In The U.S.

“The global fertility market size is predicted to hit around US$ 47.9 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 4.7%”, according to new report study by Precedence Research. According to the data published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), “over 15% of couples are affected by fe...

Matt Welch

Matt Welch To Lead As VP Of Investor Relations At Boeing

As per reports, Boeing (BA) has named Matt Welch as vice president of Investor Relations effective immediately, succeeding Maurita Sutedja. Welch will lead Boeing's interactions with the investment community, will provide shareholders and financial analysts with timely, accurate, and transparent inf...

Boeing's 737 MAX Aircraft

Boeing’s 737 MAX Aircraft Wins Approval Top Resume Operations In Singapore

Reportedly, Singapore's aviation regulator has approved the return of the Boeing's (NYSE: BA) 737 MAX aircraft to service, after more than two years of grounding. Singapore has become the latest country in the Asia Pacific region to do so. Singapore grounded the 737 MAX in March 2019 following tw...

Link Between Covid-19 & Dementia

Alzheimer’s Experts Raise Concern Over Link Between Covid-19 & Dementia

Reportedly, the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic could cause a significant rise in the number of dementia patients in the long term, raised Alzheimer's Disease International. The organization is urging the World Health Organization and governments around the world to "urgently fast track research on the po...

Oil Reserve

U.S Refineries Turn To Country’s Oil Reserve For Support As Gulf Output Remains Shut

As per reports, U.S. is granting a second refiner in Louisiana access to the country’s emergency crude stockpiles. Placid Refining Co. will receive 300,000 barrels of crude from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, as many oil-producing platforms in the Gulf of Mexico remain offline after the region h...

McDonald closing indoors

McDonald’s In Talks To Close Indoor Seating As Delta Variant Cases Surge

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) and some U.S. fast-food restaurants are closing indoor seating areas or limiting hours of operation because of the rapidly spreading Delta variant of COVID-19. Early 2020, McDonald's Corp had temporarily closed indoor dining at nearly all U.S. locations but...

Hurricane Hit Louisiana Region Receives $1 Million Assistance From United Health Foundation

The philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (UNH), the United Health Foundation, announced that they are donating $1 million to support Louisiana resident's recovery and rebuilding needs after the region has been hit by the devastating impact of Hurricane Ida. The funds will reportedly be dis...

Fertility and Reproductive Health

VISTA UPDATE: INVO Bioscience (INVO) Completes Nigerian Distribution Registration – To Speak At Association for Fertility & Reproductive Health (AFRH) Conference In September

INVO Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVO) is a medical device company focused on creating simplified, lower-cost treatments for patients diagnosed with infertility. Their solution, the INVO® Procedure, is a revolutionary in vivo method of vaginal incubation that offers patients a more natural and inti...

Child Safety

Apple Puts Hold On Device Child Safety Updates

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) has delayed its plans to implement child safety features on its devices after it received criticism on privacy and other grounds both inside and outside the company. It had planned to roll out the feature for iPhones, Mac, and iPads with software updates later this year in t...

Streaming Services

Disney ($DIS) Consolidating Streaming Services To Disney Bundle

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) is moving content from its streaming services Hotstar to its ESPN+ and Hulu streaming platforms in the United States. Disney, with 174 million paying customers across its four streaming services, is slowly consolidating its content into a Disney Bundle, whi...

Increases Dividend

Verizon Announces Increases Cash Dividend Payable November 1, 2021

As per reports, the board of Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced a dividend increase of 1.25 cents per share from the previous quarter, to 64 cents per outstanding share, payable on November 1, 2021. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 8, 202...

Endoxifen

PROGRESS REPORT: Atossa Therapeutics Pushes Karisma-Endoxifen Study Forward With Swedish Ethics Review Authority Approval For Reduction of MBD

Endoxifen is the most active metabolite of tamoxifen, which is an FDA-approved drug to treat breast cancer. Tamoxifen itself must be broken down by the liver into active compounds (metabolites). In third party preclinical studies, endocrine-sensitive and letrozole-resistant breast tumors, Z-endoxife...

Aluminum Can

Coca-Cola UK Bottler Facing Aluminum Can Shortages

Reportedly, the Coca-Cola (KO) bottling business for the UK and Europe is facing supply chain issues from a “shortage of aluminum cans.” The social uproar of the scarcity of Diet Coke and Coke Zero products in recent weeks has been raised by customers. Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) told...

Find Stolen Vehicles Mercedes Me

IBM & Mercedes Launch Service In The “Mercedes Me” App Designed To Help Find Stolen Vehicles

As per reports, IBM (IBM) and Mercedes have announced the successful development of "Urban Guard - Stolen Vehicle Help," a recently launched service in the Mercedes me app, designed to find and recover stolen vehicles.  The collaboration extends the prior partnership of IBM and Daimler, Mercedes' p...

apple vaccination status

Apple Requests That U.S. Employees To Report Their Vaccination Status By Mid-September

As per a Bloomberg report, Apple Inc. (AAPL) is asking its employees to mention their vaccination status as COVID-19 cases surge in the country. The iPhone maker has asked its employees to disclose their vaccination status "voluntarily" by mid-September, regardless of where they are working from. A...

Neuroinflammation

Data from INmune Bio’s XPro™ Trial Shows ‘Decreases In Biomarkers of Neuroinflammation & Nerve Cell Death & Improvement In Biomarkers of Neurorepair In Alzheimer’s Patients’

Boca Raton, FL based INmune Bio, Inc. is a publicly traded (NASDAQ: INMB), clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing treatments that target the innate immune system to fight disease. INmune Bio has two product platforms. The DN-TNF product platform utilizes dominant-negative techno...

Merck Begins Enrolling Patients In A Late-Stage Trial Of Its COVID-19 Experimental Drug Molnupiravir

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) and partner Ridgeback Biotherapeutics have begun enrolling patients in a late-stage trial of their experimental drug molnupiravir for the prevention of COVID-19 infection. The drug will be administered and studied in over 1,300 volunteers to determine if it ca...

walmart hiring

Walmart Looking To Hire 20k Supply Chain Workers & Raise Wages As Holiday Season Approaches

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) plans to hire 20,000 workers at its supply chain division and raise wages as the busy holiday season approach anticipating higher demand. The hiring will come across part-time and full-time jobs, across more than 250 Walmart and Sam's Club distribution centers,...

David L. Joyce

GE’s David L. Joyce Joins Boeing’s Board

The board of Boeing Company (BA) announced the appointment of David L. Joyce, 64 to the board, effective immediately, where he will serve on the Aerospace Safety and Compensation committees, as per reports. The board also announced the retirement of Admiral Edmund P. Giambastiani Jr from the board a...

Upcoming SmartWatch

Apple’s Upcoming SmartWatch May Be Delayed

As per reports, Apple's (AAPL) upcoming smartwatch release may be delayed, as the device is facing production lags as manufacturers adjust to a new design, reportedly leading to shipment delays and supply constraints. The new smartwatch, known as the Apple Watch 7 series is expected to have a larger...

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Verizon 5G Edge & Microsoft Azure Stack Edge Partnership Launches Cloud Computing Platform That Offers Storage & Compute Services

Reportedly, Verizon (VZ) today announced the launch of an on-premises, private edge compute solution built on its last year's collaboration with Microsoft (MSFT). Verizon 5G Edge and Microsoft Azure Stack Edge partnership is a cloud computing platform that offers storage and computes services at the...

Walgreens

Walgreens To Increase Pay Recognizing Critical Role Of Team Members In Service

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) announced to increase the hourly wage for all team members to $15.00 an hour. The implementation will come in phases starting this year in October and is expected to be fully in place by November 1, 2022. During the pandemic, Walgreens has made additional i...

HIV

Johnson & Johnson’s HIV Vaccine Fails To Show Promising Results In Mid-Stage Africa Study

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) experimental vaccine failed to provide sufficient protection against HIV in sub-Saharan Africa to young women who accounted for a large number of infections last year. Results from the mid-stage study are the latest setback to efforts to develop a vaccine ...

Apple Announces Acquisition Of Primephonic – A Classical Music Streaming Service

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) has acquired the renowned classical music streaming service, Primephonic. Primephonic offers an exceptional listening experience with search and browse functionality enhanced for classical, premium-quality audio, with expert recommendations, and extensive contextual details ...

Chase Visa Contactless Card

Visa & Chase Come Together To Donate To New York Cares With Their Chase Visa Contactless Card

As per reports, Visa (V) and Chase (JPM) announced that riders on MTA subways or buses, who tap with their Chase Visa contactless card, will donate 10 cents per tap, up to $250,000, to local nonprofit New York Cares, through September 30, 2021 or when maximum donation amount is reached). Local nonpr...

The Home Depot’s Chief Sustainability Officer Ron Jarvis To Host An ESG Webcast On Sep 9

The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is scheduled to host a webcast and Q&A session to discuss the company’s environmental efforts. The event will be hosted by Ron Jarvis, chief sustainability officer, and the webcast will begin at 10:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, September 9, 2021. The event can be reached li...

Walgreens 3 Significant Executive Leadership Positions

Walgreens Announces 3 Significant Executive Leadership Positions

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) announced the appointment of three significant executive leadership positions, Jeff Gruener has been Appointed as SVP and Chief Financial Officer, Walgreens. Danielle Gray to lead as EVP and Global Chief Legal Officer, Walgreens Boots Alliance. T...

Apple's 'Empty Gestures'

App Developers Apparently Not Going To Be Appeased By Apple’s ‘Empty Gestures’

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) has agreed to make changes to the App Store rules in response to a class-action lawsuit. The iPhone maker will now allow developers to advertise other ways of paying for services that are offered through apps, an option that has been banned on the iPhone until now. The deci...

Visa Black Scholars and Jobs Program

50 First-Year College Students Welcomed Into Visa’s Black Scholars & Jobs Program

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) announced the inaugural class of the Visa Black Scholars and Jobs Program, rewarding 50 first-year college students around the country with scholarship assistance for up to four years. Visa Black Scholars will get a chance to work with Visa mentors throughout their college ...

Verizon Issues Full Allocation Of $1B

Verizon Issues Green Bond Impact Report Confirms Full Allocation Of $1B

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) released its Green Bond Impact Report stating the full allocation of $1 billion of net proceeds from its second green bond. Verizon is the only U.S. telecommunications company to complete the full allocation of two green bonds. In February 2019, it becam...

Intel's Corporate VP & Chief Government Affairs Officer

Effective Sept. 7th Bruce H. Andrews Will Be Appointed As Intel’s Corporate VP & Chief Government Affairs Officer

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) has appointed Bruce H. Andrews as corporate vice president and chief government affairs officer, effective Sept. 7. Andrews will report to Steven R. Rodgers, Intel’s executive vice president, and general counsel. He will head Intel’s global government affairs...

Salesforce Q2 Earnings

Salesforce Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates – Raises Full-Year Guidance

As per reports, enterprise software maker and Dow 30 component Salesforce (CRM) reported second-quarter earnings beating analysts' estimates. The company reported adjusted earnings of $1.48 per share versus 92 cents per share expected and revenue of $6.34 billion was reported exceeding analyst estim...

mlNK cells In Patients

INmune Bio (NASDAQ: INMB) Confirms Belief That They Are The First To Successfully Generate mlNK cells In Patients

The innate immune system is one of two basic arms of the human immune system; the other being the adaptive arm. Like adaptive immunity, the innate immune system consists of a variety of cells and soluble factors and the principal cytotoxic cell is the natural killer (NK cell). These cells are essent...

Disney's Cruise Line

Disney’s Cruise Line Issues Mandatory Vaccination Proof For Florida To Bahamas Trips

As per reports, Walt Disney Co's  (DIS) cruise line has announced mandatory Covid-19 vaccination proof of all passengers above 12 years of age, traveling from Florida to the Bahamas as COVID-19 Delta variant cases across the United States surge. Travelers below the age of 12 will need a negative CO...

Coca-Cola Teams Up With Lime

Coca-Cola Teams Up With Leading Provider Of Shared Electric Vehicles (Lime) Rewarding Consumers For Recycling

Reportedly, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) announced a partnership with the world’s leading provider of shared electric vehicles, Lime, rewarding people for their commitment to recycling. The companies are offering more than 40,000 free bike or e-scooter rides to people who purchase and pledge to recy...

Make Free Calls To Afghanistan

Verizon Customers Can Now Make Free Calls To Afghanistan From Aug. 24 – Sept. 6

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced to waive call charges of its consumer and business wireless customers as well as its residential landline customers to Afghanistan, from Aug. 24 through Sept. 6, due to the current circumstances in the country. Calls made from Verizon residenti...

Cisco's Q4 Earnings Release

Highlights From Cisco’s Q4 Earnings Release

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) reported their fourth-quarter earnings this week, slightly above estimates but earnings guidance was just slightly off. The technology giants stressed and raised concerns over supply constraints. In May, Cisco had indicated it could face supply constraints at least through...

Coca-Cola Announces Retirement Of Herbert A. Allen

Coca-Cola Announces Retirement Of Longest-Serving Current Member Of Board Herbert A. Allen

As per reports, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) today announced that Herbert A. Allen, 80 has retired as a director effective Aug. 18, stepping down after 39 years of service. Allen was the longest-serving current member of the company’s board of directors. Allen’s retirement brings down the Coca-Col...

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Yikes!..Supply Chain Issues Yank Milkshakes From British McDonald’s Menu

As per reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) has taken milkshakes and bottled drinks off the menu at all of its British restaurants as the burger giant is battling with the supply chain issues hitting businesses across the retail and hospitality sector.   "Like most retailers, we are curr...

Goldman Sachs & Aareal Capital Corp Behind $500

Goldman Sachs & Aareal Capital Corp Behind $500 Million Beverly Hilton & Waldorf Astoria Condo Project Refinancing

Reportedly, The Beverly Hilton and adjacent Waldorf Astoria obtained $500 million in refinancing from Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) and Aareal Capital Corp. as the owners are preparing to build a neighboring condo and hotel complex in Beverly Hills, California. According to a statement Aareal, a un...

Walmart GoLocal

Walmart’s Launches Walmart GoLocal A ‘New Delivery As A Service’ Business Diversifying Its Revenue Streams

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) announced the launch of its new line of business, Walmart GoLocal, extending its expertise in delivering goods to customers from businesses of all sizes. The service will help businesses to grow using Walmart’s delivery capabilities and nationwide coverage at...

'Black Widow' Lawsuit To Be Settled Through NY Arbitration

Disney Wants Scarlett Johansson’s ‘Black Widow’ Lawsuit To Be Settled Through NY Arbitration

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Reportedly, as per the court filing by Disney (DIS) its Marvel blockbuster "Black Widow" brought in $125 million in online revenue. The filing came three weeks after the film's lead, Scarlett Johansson, sued Disney for lost residuals on July 29. Johannson claimed...

Methane-Emissions Monitoring Platform

Duke Energy, Microsoft & Accenture Come Together To Develop A Unique Methane-Emissions Monitoring Platform

Reportedly, Duke Energy is working with Accenture and Microsoft (MSFT) to develop a unique technology platform designed to measure actual baseline methane emissions from natural gas distribution systems. The news platform will provide near-real-time data collection, allowing Duke Energy's field resp...

McDonald’s Closer To The Goal Of Achieving All Paper Packaging From Sustainable Fiber

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) informed that it has nearly achieved its goal of sourcing all of its paper food packaging in restaurants from the recycled or sustainable fiber. In its annual sustainability report, the fast-food giant informed that in 2020, 99.6% of the paper bags, food wr...

Tesla human robot

Tesla To Soon Build A ‘Humanoid Robot’ Prototype?

Tesla’s boss CEO Elon Musk announced to build a humanoid robot called Tesla Bot, the announcement was made as part of AI Day, a series of tech talks hosted by Tesla in California to recruit machine learning talent. Musk revealed that in the time to come, the human-robot has the chance to transform...

The Home Depot Confirms That Q2 Marks The 138th Consecutive Quarter It Has Paid A Cash Dividend

Reportedly, Dow 30 component the Home Depot, Inc. (HD) declared a cash dividend of $1.65 per share for the second quarter payable to all stockholders as of September 2, 2021. The board announced the dividend is payable on September 16, 2021, marking the 138th consecutive quarter the company has paid...

Nike Schedules Q1 Fiscal 2022 Earnings

Nike Schedules Q1 Fiscal 2022 Earnings Conference Call For Sep 23rd

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) to release its first-quarter fiscal 2022 financial results on Thursday, September 23, 2021, following the close of regular trading hours at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT. The management team to hold a conference call beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT to review results. The event w...

Microsoft Announces Price Rise For Some Flagship Products

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) to raise prices by as much as 20% for a bundle of software called Microsoft 365 that includes popular apps like Teams and Outlook. The Microsoft 365 suite is the tech giant's foundation of productivity and business process segment, which reported sales of $53.9 bill...

Intel Reveals Its Latest Chip Strategy & TSMC Partnerships

Intel Corporation (INTC) is reportedly working to regain its footing in manufacturing to prevent further loss of its chip market share to rivals such as Advanced Micro Devices Inc and Nvidia Corp, who have faster offerings.  The giant chip revealed its turnaround strategy to source subcomponents of...

IBM’s 21st Century Apprenticeship Program Now Recognised By The American Council On Education

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) 21st-century apprenticeship program has officially been recognized by the American Council on Education (ACE) allowing IBM apprentices to translate their 12 months of on-the-job training for up to 45 college credits, or around three semes...

Cisco's Q4 Earnings Release

Highlights From Cisco’s Q4 Earnings Release

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) reported their fourth-quarter earnings this week, slightly above estimates but earnings guidance was just slightly off. The technology giants stressed and raised concerns over supply constraints. In May, Cisco had indicated it could face supply constraints at least through...

Merck Ranks First On The List Of 60 Best Large Workplaces In New York By Fortune

As per reports, Merck (MRK) has ranked first of 60 companies on the 2021 list of the 60 Best Large Workplaces in New York compiled by Great Place to Work, Fortune's research partner. Merck has been appreciated for supportive cultures, where employees find opportunities for growth and help from their...

IBM To Open U.S. Offices From September 7 – Restricted To Only ‘Fully Vaccinated’ Employees

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) will allow only fully vaccinated U.S. employees to return to offices, due to the rapid spread of the Delta variant of COVID-19. The offices are to open from Sept. 7. The increase in COVID-19 cases in the United States due to the highly c...

Walmart Q2 Earnings Exceed Expectations As Market Share Grew In U.S. Grocery

Reportedly, the world’s largest retailer Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) exceeded Wall Street's Q2 revenue and sales estimates driven by store traffic and high grocery sales. The retailer reported an adjusted EPS of $1.78 versus $1.57 expected.  Revenue stood at $141 billion versus $136.88 billion exp...

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Is Working To Bring Back In-person Classes At Its Stores On Aug. 30

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) is working to bring back in-person classes at its stores on Aug. 30, as it opened its reservation portal for in-store classes recently, allowing consumers to sign up for the courses in advance. The program is expected to resume in the majority of the company’s U.S. lo...

Walmart On Hunt For Digital Currency/Cryptocurrency Lead?

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is looking for a digital currency/cryptocurrency lead as more retailers start accepting cryptocurrency transactions.  As mentioned in the job description, the retailer is looking for someone who will "provide the leadership to identify technology and customer...

INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ: INVO) Confirms That They Are ‘Well Positioned For Success’

Over the past 40+ years, since the first IVF baby was born, the fertility market has grown into a $20+ billion global industry. Here in the U.S., according to the most recent 2019 CDC data, approximately 330,000 IVF cycles were performed across 448 clinics, which implies a roughly $5 billion domesti...

SPACE WARS: Amazon’s Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin Suing The U.S. Regarding NASA’s Awarding A $2.9B Lunar Lander Contract To Elon Musk’s SpaceX

According to Reuters , Amazon (AMZN) founder Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin is suing the U.S Government over NASA's awarding a $2.9B lunar lander contract to Tesla (TSLA) founder Elon Musk's SpaceX. Blue Origin's lawsuit was reportedly filed in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims on Friday, August 13th. App...

Walgreens Announces Launch Of New Credit Card Program – Encouraging Health & Wellness Purchases

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) is launching a new credit card program, with two cards focused on rewards for pharmacy purchases as well as used for other health and wellness purchases. One is a Walgreens branded card, and the other one is a MasterCard. The latter has lower rewards thresho...

3M To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Sep 12

As per reports, the board of 3M (MMM) declared a third-quarter dividend of $1.48 per share on the company’s common stock, payable Sept 12, 2021. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record at the close of business on Aug. 23, 2021.    3M (MMM) is a global science comp...

PROGRESS REPORT: Atossa Therapeutics’ Announces Key Developments During Q2 2021

Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in oncology and infectious disease with a current focus on breast cancer and COVID-19, announced their financial results on Friday, August 13th for the fiscal qua...

United Parcel Service CEO Carol B. Tomé Joins Verizon’s Board Of Directors

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced the appointment of Carol B. Tomé to the Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2021.  The addition of Ms. Tomé will bring Verizon’s total board membership to 11, ten of whom are independent, effective September 1, 2021. Ms. Tomé is t...

JPMorgan Announces New Real-Time Payments Service – “Request for Pay”

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has launched a real-time payments option, "Request for Pay" hoping to expand its edge in the financial industry's battle to handle more of the increasing volumes of global digital payments. The new addition allows corporate clients to send payment requests t...

American Express Delays Return Of Employees To Office As Delta Variant Surges

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) has delayed a full return of its employees to offices in the United States until at least October 11, as the highly contagious Delta variant of coronavirus is witnessing a surge in the country, informed an internal memo sent by Steve Squeri Chief Execut...

Walmart Announced The Selection of Publicis Groupe To Lead Media Planning & Buying In U.S.

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) announced the selection of Publicis Groupe to lead media planning and buying for Walmart U.S., following an extensive agency evaluation for a media AOR to support future growth and brand-building initiatives. "First and foremost, we appreciate all of the e...

Disney Reports Strong Q3 Results – Disney+ Subscribers Growth Exceed Expectations

Reportedly, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) released fiscal Q3 earnings beating estimates as user growth at its Disney+ platform performed ahead of expectations. Revenue of $17.02 billion was reported for the quarter ending July 3, versus $16.80 billion expected, and adjusted earnings per share of 80 ...

UnitedHealth Agrees To Settle Federal & New York Charges Over Mental Health/Substance Abuse Coverage

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) has agreed to settle federal and New York state charges that it illegally denied coverage to thousands of patients suffering from mental health problems and substance abuse. The U.S. Department of Labor said that UnitedHealth will pay about $15.7 mil...

Walgreens & VillageMD Expand Partnership With 3 New Village Medical At Walgreens In Orlando Area

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) and VillageMD announced the opening of three new Village Medical at Walgreens locations in the Orlando area with a target to open seven additional locations by end of this year. Walgreens and VillageMD’s integrated care model offers patients convenient...

Intel Announces Appointment Of Christy Pambianchi As Executive VP & Chief People Officer

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) announced the appointment of Christy Pambianchi as executive vice president and chief people officer, effective Sept. 7. Christy Pambianchi will report to CEO Pat Gelsinger. Pambianchi will head the Human Resources organization and will work to attract, retai...

Intel Fails To Win Court Approval To Toss $2.18B VLSI Technology LLC Patent Verdict

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) has failed to gain approval to throw out a $2.18 billion jury verdict that ordered the chipmaker to pay VLSI Technology LLC the amount for patent infringement. U.S. District Judge Alan Albright in Waco, Texas, denied Intel's move for a new trial in a sealed order...

UnitedHealth Group To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Sep 21

The board of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.45 per share, payable to all shareholders as of September 13, 2021. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on September 21, 2021.   Dow 30 component UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) operates as ...

Salesforce Launching Salesforce+ – A Streaming Service Featuring Business Content

Reportedly, Salesforce Inc. (CRM) has announced the launch of a streaming service, Salesforce+, featuring original content focused on businesses and professionals. The company informed that its in-house studio has developed and produced the core content for the streaming service and is expected to d...

The Boeing Charitable Trust to CARE Offers $500k To Fund CARE Indonesia’s Battle Against COVID-19

Reportedly, the Boeing Company (BA) announced a $500k donation from the Boeing Charitable Trust to CARE to support COVID-19 relief efforts in Indonesia, helping communities currently battling the highly contagious COVID-19 delta variant. Slightly more than 11% of the Indonesian population has been f...

Home Depot’s New Distribution Center Expected To Produce ~500 New Jobs To Baltimore

As per reports, The Home Depot, Inc. has opened three new distribution centers in Sparrows Point's revitalized Tradepoint Atlantic development. The 1.5 million-square-foot campus will provide nearly 500 new full- and part-time jobs to Baltimore and also enable faster delivery options to customers in...

Walmart To Announce Q2 Earnings On August 17, 2021

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is to announce its Q2 earnings results for the fiscal year 2021 at 6 a.m. CDT on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021, followed by a live conference call with the investors at 7 a.m. CDT to discuss and review the results. The event can be reached at https://corporate.wal...

Boeing Discusses Dates For Launch Of The CST-100 Starliner to the International Space Station

As per reports, Boeing (BA) is discussing multiple dates this month for the launch of its space capsule, CST-100 Starliner to the International Space Station. The much-awaited launch was delayed after a glitch in its propulsion system valves was identified during pre-launch checks. The CST-100 Star...

Court Tosses Personalized Media Communications’ Apple $308.5M Patent Verdict

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) convinced a federal judge to dismiss a $308.5 million jury verdict it lost to a privately-held licensing firm, Personalized Media Communications LLC (PMC) for infringing a patent associated with digital rights management. Rodney Gilstrap, U.S. District Judge stated that Per...

JPMorgan Revises Covid-19 Protocols In U.S. Offices Amid Rising Delta Variant Cases

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM), United States has issued guidelines that require employees to wear masks in public indoor settings and in common areas within their offices regardless of their vaccination status. The above decision highlights the rising COVID-19 cases in the United St...

Salesforce Schedules Q2 Fiscal 2022 Results On Aug 25

As per reports, Salesforce (CRM) will announce its Q2 fiscal year 2022 results on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, after the trading closes. Salesforce to hold a conference call at 2:00 p.m. (PT) / 5:00 p.m. (ET) to discuss and review the results with the investment community. A live webcast and replay o...

Chevron Reports Highest Profits In 6 Quarters – Resumes Buybacks

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) reported its highest profit in six quarters, reporting oil and gas production unit earnings of $3.18 billion in the quarter compared with a loss of $6.09 billion a year ago. Total production increased 5% to 3.13 million barrels of oil equivalent per day, while C...

Nike Schedules Quarterly Dividend Payable Oct 1

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) declared its quarterly cash dividend of $0.275 per share to stockholders of record at the close of business on August 30, 2021. The dividend is applicable to the company’s outstanding Class A & Class B Common Share, payable on October 1, 2021.   NIKE, ...

Amgen Adds S. Omar Ishrak, Former Chairman & CEO of Medtronic, To Board Of Directors

Reportedly, Amgen (AMGN) has appointed S. Omar Ishrak to its Board of Directors, effective July 30, 2021. Dr. Ishrak will also serve as a member of the Board's Corporate Responsibility and Compliance Committee and its Compensation and Management Development Committee. The Board now consists of 12 di...

Apple Looks To Additional Chinese Suppliers To Produce Its Latest iPhones

As reported in Japan's Nikkei newspaper, Apple Inc (AAPL) is working with more Chinese suppliers to produce its latest iPhones, as a tech feud arising from a trade war with the United States prompts Beijing to strengthen domestic firms. The iPhone maker has warned of supply shortages as the U.S.- Ch...

Apple Earnings Strongly Beat Expectations – Announces Quarterly Dividend Of $0.22

Apple (AAPL) reported strong fiscal third-quarter earnings exceeding Wall Street estimates. Every one of Apple’s major product lines grew over 12% on an annual basis and iPhone sales increased nearly 50% on an annual basis.  Key Q3 Highlights: EPS of $1.30 reported versus $1.01 estimated. ...

Walgreens Sees Rise In Vaccinations As COVID-19 Cases Jump In Recent Weeks

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has overseen more than 29 million COVID-19 vaccines at its stores so far, driven by a surge in parts of the United States that had been low in vaccinations, reporting an increase of more than 30% in states such as Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, and Tex...

Intel Reports Q2 Earnings Beat – Expects PC Market To Keep Growing Into 2022

Intel Corporation (INTC) released their second-quarter ended June 26 earnings, reporting $18.5 billion in adjusted sales beating estimates of $17.80 billion. The company earned $1.28 per share higher than estimates of $1.06. Revenue from its data center business decreased 9% to $6.5 billion in the q...

Cisco To Announce Q4 & Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Results On Aug 18

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. is to release its 2021 financial and fourth quarter (ending July 31) earnings at 1:30 PM (PT) / 4:30 PM (ET) on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. To Listen via the Internet & Telephone: A live and replay audio of the event can be reached at the company’s websit...

Q2 PROGRESS REPORT: INmune Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: INMB) Management Reports Financial Results & Business Update

  About XPro™ XPro1595 is a next-generation inhibitor of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) that is currently in clinical trial and acts differently than currently existing TNF inhibitors in that it neutralizes soluble TNF (sTNF), without affecting trans-membrane TNF (tmTNF) or TNF receptors. XP...

Merck Ranked #1 In Forbes’ 2021 List of ‘Best Employers For New Graduates’

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has been named #1 'Best Employers For New Graduates' as identified by the Forbes team along with market research company Statista. The survey was conducted to identify the companies most liked by new workforce entrants in their annual ranking.  The list surv...

Amgen Beats Q2 Estimates – Adjusts Outlook

Reportedly, Amgen exceeded Q2 estimates reporting $4.38 per share, minus some items, on $6.53 billion in sales. Earnings increased 4% year over year and exceeded analysts' estimate for $4.09 per share. Sales topped expectations for $6.46 billion and increased 5%. Across all medicines, volumes grew 8...

INVO Bioscience

INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ: INVO) Schedules To Open Its FIRST U.S. ‘INVO Center’ To Provide ‘Advanced Affordable Fertility Services’

According to the data published by National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), "over 15% of couples are affected by fertility problems across the globe."   INVO Bioscience's (NASDAQ:INVO) FDA cleared INVOcell procedure is the first in-vivo culture (IVC) system in the world used fo...

Chevron Announces Appointment Of Eimear Bonner As Vice President

Reportedly, Eimear Bonner has been appointed as vice president, Chevron Corporation (CVX) reporting to CEO & Chairman Michael Wirth, effective August 2. Bonner will continue as president, Chevron Technical Center, and chief technology officer, leading the application of technology, research and ...

Rising Vaccinations & Reviving Economies Boost Visa’s Q3 Earnings

Visa (V) reported strong quarterly earnings as domestic spending bounced back to pre-pandemic levels and international travel is also on the road to recovery as vaccinations rise and economies reopen. Payment giants are witnessing an increase in volumes from the coronavirus-induced slump as travel a...

Caterpillar Announces Q2 Earnings Beat

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) released second-quarter earnings, beating estimates with earnings shooting up 152% to $2.60 a share. Revenue climbed 29% to $12.9 billion. Analysts were expecting revenue to grow 25% to $12.51 billion.  "We're encouraged by higher sales and revenues across a...

Honeywell (HON) To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Sept. 3

As per reports, the board of Honeywell (HON) declared a quarterly dividend of $.93 per share to common shareholders payable on September 3, 2021. The dividend is payable out of surplus to shareowners of record at the close of business on August 13, 2021. Vista Partners LLC (”Vista”) is a Califo...

P&G Reports Q4 Earnings Estimates – Cautions About Rising Commodity & Transport Costs

The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) beat quarterly earnings estimates boosted by higher demand for its skin and health care products but raised concerns over rising commodity and freight costs that would dig a $2 billion loss out of its earnings this year. David Taylor's replacement, Chief Operati...

Jon R. Moeller Announced As P&G’s Chief Executive Officer & President Succeeding David Taylor

As per reports, the Procter & Gamble Company (PG) announced that Jon R. Moeller, Vice Chairman, and Chief Operating Officer, will succeed David Taylor as the company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2021. He has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors...

Scarlett Johansson a.k.a. ‘Black Widow’ Wages Legal Battle Against Disney

Reportedly, Disney’s (DIS) decision to release “Black Widow” on Disney Plus and theatres at the same time as via its streaming service Disney+ has led to a legal battle with Scarlett Johansson, the actress playing the Marvel superhero. Attorneys for Johansson filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles S...

Merck Appoints Cristal N. Downing To Newly Created Role Of Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has appointed Cristal N. Downing as the chief communications & public affairs officer, a newly created role, effective August 16, 2021. Downing will lead the advancement, development, and execution of the company’s communications and public affairs s...

Chevron’s New Energy Transition (‘Low-carbon Investments’) Unit To Come Into Effect From Aug 2

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) announced the creation of a new unit to take care of its low-carbon investments, with an initial focus on alternative energy sources like hydrogen and technologies including carbon capture. The unit is to come into operations from August 2 and will be headed by ...

Merck Beats Q2 Estimates – Keytruda Growth Remains Strong

Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) reported quarterly revenue beating Wall Street's estimates, as sales for its blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda remained strong and demand for its Gardasil vaccine also rebounded. The company's second-quarter sales increased 22% to $11.40 billion, beating estimates of $11.1...

Microsoft Beats Market Estimates – Raises Outlook

Redmond, Washington-based Microsoft (MSFT), beat the markets estimates for the June quarter & also raised expectations for the next quarter. The company earned $2.17 a share on sales of $46.2 billion in its fiscal fourth-quarter ending June 30, beating analyst estimates of $1.92 a share on sales...

Chevron To Pay Quarterly Dividend On Sep 10

As per reports, the Board of Directors of Chevron Corporation (CVX) announced a quarterly dividend of $1.34 per share to all common stock holders as on August 19, 2021. The dividend is payable on September 10, 2021.   Dow 30 component Chevron Corporation (CVX), through its subsidiarie...

Boeing Reports Encouraging Quarterly Profit

Boeing ( BA) released its quarterly earnings this week, initiating its first quarterly profit since 2019 as production and orders for its 737 Max aircraft rise. Revenue of $17 billion was reported and earnings per share of 40 cents. Operating cash outflow increased to $483 million from $5.28 billion...

McDonald’s Q2 Earnings Beat Market Estimates

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) released second-quarter earnings, beating market estimates as the fast-food giant’s February launched chicken sandwich and its “famous orders” promotion with K-pop group BTS, which includes an order of McNuggets and special sauces boosted U.S. same-st...

IBM Schedules Quarterly Cash Dividend Payable September 10

As per reports, the board of International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $1.64 per common share, to stockholders of record August 10, 2021, payable September 10, 2021.   Dow 30 component International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) p...

Walmart Adds Educational Benefits For Its Full & Part-Time ~1.5M Employees

Reportedly, Walmart Inc (WMT) announced it plans to bear the complete cost of college tuition and books for its full and part-time employees (roughly 1.5 million), starting August 16. Walmart has been criticized for years as thousands of its workers are below the poverty line, and it has also been c...

Merck’s Keytruda Approved By U.S. FDA To Treat Early Breast Cancer In Combo With Chemotherapy

Reportedly, U.S FDA has granted approval to Merck & Co Inc.’s (MRK) immunotherapy Keytruda for the treatment of an early form of breast cancer, used in combination with chemotherapy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approval is for the treatment of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC),...

3M Reports Strong Quarterly Earnings – Raises Full-Year Forecasts

3M (MMM) released quarter earnings and raised its full-year forecasts as demand increased across major segments as economies prepare to bounce back from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The company caters to industries like automotive, aerospace, and oral care has witnessed a sharp rise in deman...

A Recent Discussion With The CEO of InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM) Regarding Development Of IntegraSyn™, A Proprietary Manufacturing Approach To Economically Produce Pharmaceutical-Grade Cannabinoids

Recently, I had the distinct pleasure of having a discussion with a long term friend of mine, Eric A. Adams, CEO of InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM). InMed is a clinical-stage company developing a pipeline of cannabinoid-based pharmaceutical drug candidates, initially focused on the therapeutic b...

McDonald Introduces New Unit Focusing On Driving Growth Through Global App & New MyMcDonald’s Rewards Program

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is bringing its digital, data analytics, marketing, restaurant development, and operations segments into one unit, the fast-food giant is focusing on driving growth through its global app and new MyMcDonald's Rewards program. McDonald's Rewards was launche...

INmune Bio Confirms Exciting AD Data At AAIC – Introduces Design of Upcoming 6-Month Phase 2 Study of XProTM In Mild Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia, a general term for memory loss and other cognitive abilities serious enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer's disease accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases. Alzheimer's has no cure.   Today, INmune Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: INMB), a clinica...

Aspen Pharmacare To Supply First Batch Of J&J COVID-19 Vaccine To South Africa

Reportedly, South Africa's Aspen Pharmacare is to supply the first batch of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) COVID-19 vaccines to the country from July 26. It is going to be the first set of vaccines to be manufactured in the country from active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), substances that are used ...

Spain’s Amadeus Collaborates With IBM To Integrate Digital Health Pass Into Its Traveler ID Platform

Reportedly, Spain's Amadeus is integrating International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) digital health pass into its Traveler ID platform to simplify the verification of passengers' health credentials during the boarding process. Traveler ID platform was launched earlier this year for airlines ...

Disney To Resume Cruise Line Sailing From U.S. Ports Starting August

Reportedly, Walt Disney Co's (DIS) cruise unit to start operations from U.S. ports again next month in August, after a months-long pause due to the pandemic. The cruise, Disney Dream is scheduled to depart from Port Canaveral, Florida on Aug. 9 to the Bahamas. Passengers over 12 years of age will r...

American Express Gains Record Number Of New Customers To Its Platinum Card – Reports Strong Q2 Revenue

American Express Company (AXP) reported a revenue surge of 33% to $10.2 billion in the second quarter, topping the $9.6 billion average estimate of analysts, as the credit-card giant added a record number of new customers to its tony Platinum card in the period.  AmEx was hit hard by the Covid-19 ...

Honeywell Q2 Beat Estimates – Aerospace & Energy Recovers

Honeywell International Inc.’s (HON) reported Q2 earnings recently exceeding analyst estimates, as aerospace and energy businesses started to recover from the pandemic-driven slump, boosting growth from factory automation and building safety products. Adjusted second-quarter earnings increased to...

INmune Bio Employs LUMICKS’ z-Movi Cell Avidity Analysis Platform To Demonstrate That The MOA of The Tumor-Priming Is The Increase In NK cell: Tumor Cell Avidity

LUMICKS is a leading life science tools company that develops equipment for Dynamic Single-Molecule and Cell Avidity analysis, two rapidly emerging areas in biology research and immuno-oncology. Built upon innovative technologies, such as optical tweezers (Nobel Prize for Physics 2018) and STED supe...

Visa Announces Acquisition Of Currencycloud – Pushing Forward Goal To Facilitate Global Money Movement

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) has entered a definitive agreement to acquire a global platform that enables banks and fintech to provide innovative foreign exchange solutions for cross-border payments, Currencycloud. The deal builds on existing strategic partnerships between the two companies and values ...

Salesforce Closes Slack Technologies Purchase Deal

Reportedly, Salesforce.com (CRM) has closed its $27.7B purchase of Slack Technologies Inc, allowing Slack's workplace app to become popular for collaborations within and between companies. The U.S. antitrust regulators cleared the deal this week, posing a stronger challenge to Microsoft Corp, the to...

Verizon Q2 Earnings Top Estimates – Reports Strong Postpaid Wireless Subscribers Growth

Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) second-quarter earnings performed better than analyst’s estimates, reporting adjusted earnings per share of $1.37 and revenue climbing 11% to $33.8 billion for the quarter ending June 30.  Analysts had estimated Verizon earnings of $1.30 a share on revenue of $32...

Fate Therapeutics to Host Virtual Event Highlighting Interim Phase 1 Clinical Data from its Off-the-Shelf, iPSC-derived NK Cell Franchise for B-cell Lymphoma

Fate Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: FATE), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of programmed cellular immunotherapies for cancer, announced this week that management will host a virtual event to highlight interim Phase 1 clinical data from its FT596 and FT516 program...

Coca-Cola Beats Estimates As Demand Bounces For Beverages At Theaters, Restaurants, Stadiums

The Coca-Cola Company (KO) reported strong Q2 figures as demand bounces back for its beverages as theaters, restaurants, and stadiums reopen. Revenue in Coca-Cola's North America business increased 28% in the second quarter as public venues reopened and restrictions eased out across the United State...

Johnson & Johnson Releases A Q2 Earnings Beat – Medical Device Unit Reported 62.7% Increase

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) reported earnings exceeding analyst estimates reporting an adjusted EPS of $2.48 per share vs $2.27 expected. Revenue of $23.31 billion was reported, versus $22.21 billion expected. Johnson expects to sell $2.5 billion of its Covid-19 vaccine this year, even as its effect...

Apple Schedules Release For All 5G-Enabled iPhones For 2022

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) is to release 5G-enabled iPhones starting next year. The budget iPhone SE will be powered by its A15 processor and its 5G connectivity will be enabled by Qualcomm Inc's X60 modem chip and is expected to be available for sale in the first half of 2022. The company will n...

Peloton Ties With UnitedHealth Offering Free Fitness Classes To Its Insured Members

Reportedly, upscale fitness bike maker Peloton Interactive Inc. (PTON) is teaming up with insurer UnitedHealth Group (UNH) to offer fitness classes to fully insured UnitedHealth members. The members of the U.S. health insurer can enroll with Peloton starting Sept. 1. "Expanding access to Peloton's ...

Travelers Beats Wall Street’s Q2 Expectations

Reportedly, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) released strong Q2 profit figures driven by higher premiums, the surge in returns from investments, and lower catastrophe losses beating analysts' average earnings per share forecast by more than $1.00, or about 44%. Travelers' pre-tax net investment ...

Verizon & Google Coming Together To Offer Advanced Messaging Services

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) and Google are coming together to expand advanced messaging services to Android users in the U.S. starting next year using the Messages by Google app. The service will be based on the Rich Communications Service (RCS) standard, which provides a more inte...

IBM Releases Q2 Earnings Confirm Analysts’ Beat & Fastest Revenue Growth In 3 Years

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) reported Q2 earnings & beat analysts' expectations. The company reported adjusted earnings of $2.33 per share vs. $2.29 per share expected. Revenue grew 3% year over year in the quarter and stood at $18.75 billion, vs. $18.29 billion expected. ...

Chevron Misses Carbon Capture Target At Its Gorgon Australia Plant

As per reports, Chevron Corporation's (CVX) system at the $54 billion Gorgon liquefied natural gas export plant in Australia missed a local government target to inject captured carbon dioxide underground. Global expectation and ambition to capture and store carbon dioxide is not working like it shou...

INmune Bio (INMB) Will Deliver A Talk Titled “Therapeutic Approaches Targeting Innate Immunity in AD” At The Upcoming Alzheimer’s Association International Congress #AAIC2021

INmune Bio, Inc. is a publicly traded (NASDAQ: INMB), clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing treatments that target the innate immune system to fight disease. INmune Bio has two product platforms. The DN-TNF product platform utilizes dominant-negative technology to selectively ne...

Johnson & Johnson’s Board Schedules Q3 Dividend

Reportedly, the board of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) to pay a cash dividend of $1.06 per share on the company's common stock, for the third quarter of 2021 payable on September 7, 2021. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 24, 2021.   Dow 30 c...

Walgreens Increases Quarterly Dividend, Payable Sep 10

As per reports, the board of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) has increased the quarterly dividend by 2.1 percent, to 47.75 cents per share. The dividend is payable on September 10, 2021, to shareholders of record as of August 20, 2021. The increase raises the company's annual rate to $1.91 a sh...

FAA Issues Directive To Boeing 737 Planes Operators To Inspect Possible Switch Failures

As per reports, the Federal Aviation Administration has issued a directive to operators of all Boeing Co (BA) 737 series airplanes to conduct inspections to check possible failures of cabin altitude pressure switches. The directive includes 2,502 U.S.-registered airplanes and 9,315 airplanes worldw...

Walmart Partners With Tween Brand ‘Justice’ (Owned By Bluestar Alliance)

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) announced a new collaboration with the Justice brand, bringing its popular tween assortment to even more girls just in time for back to school, with Justice’s signature line of fresh, trend-inspired designs across tween apparel, accessories, and home on W...

Intel In Discussion To Purchase GlobalFoundries For ~$30B Owned By Mubadala Investment Co.

As per reports, Intel Corp (INTC) is in talks to buy semiconductor manufacturer GlobalFoundries Inc, owned by Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala Investment Co, with a manufacturing footprint across the U.S., Europe, and Asia for about $30 billion.  The discussion comes in as a semiconductor s...

Caterpillar Inc. Schedules Q2/2021 Financial Results On July 30

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) to release Q2/2021 financial results on Friday, July 30 at 5:30 a.m. CDT, followed by a real-time, listen-only teleconference and webcast at 7:30 a.m. CDT with securities analysts and institutional investors. Web & Dial-in details: The call can be reached at...

Immunology Co. INmune Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: INMB) Enters Definitive Agreement With Healthcare Focused Institutional Investor & A Family Office To Raise ~$40M

On June 14th, VP Watchlist stock, INmune Bio (NASDAQ: INMB), a clinical-stage immunology company focused on developing treatments that harness a patient’s innate immune system to fight disease, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with one healthcare focused institutional inve...

Travelers Makes Strategic Investment In Fidelis – Specialty Reinsurance Products Offering

Reportedly, the Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) announced a strategic minority investment in a privately owned global insurer, Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited. Fidelis offers specialty, bespoke, and reinsurance products. The company also has a fee income business, which supports its insurance ope...

J&J Suspends/Recalls Aerosol Sunscreens Over Presence Of Carcinogen In Some Sprays

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is voluntarily suspending all lots of five Aveeno and Neutrogena brand aerosol sunscreen products from the market after internal testing identified low levels of a cancer-causing chemical, benzene in some samples. Benzene is known as a human carcinogen, a subs...

Microsoft Launches Cloud-Based Version Of Windows Operating System

Microsoft Corp (MSFT) is offering its Windows operating system as a cloud-based service, making it easier to access business apps that need Windows from a wider range of devices like a Mac, PC, iPhone, Android phone, or Chromebook, compatible with HTML 5. The service, Windows 365 will roll out on A...

INVO Bioscience Appoints World Renowned Women’s Health Expert Dr. Barbara Levy To Accelerate Affordable Infertility Treatment INVOcell’s Global OB/GYN Clinical Integration Strategy

INVO Bioscience's INVOcell (IVC) system, an effective and affordable treatment for patients diagnosed with infertility, is positioned to serve a vastly underserved global market.  Today, approximately 90% of infertile couples go untreated primarily due to effective care is not available at an ...

P&G Announces Quarterly Dividend

Reportedly, the Board of the Procter & Gamble Company (PG) declared a quarterly dividend of $.8698 per share on the Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock and the Common Stock of the Company payable on or after August 16, 2021. The dividend is payable to shareholders of ...

Verizon Knots Deal With Mastercard On 5G Contactless Payments & Autonomous Checkout Service For Retail

As per reports, Verizon Business (VZ) has signed a deal with Mastercard Inc. to use 5G and wireless technology for contactless payments and enable an autonomous checkout service for retail stores. The Verizon Business tie-up with Mastercard is aimed to utilize 5G smartphones and near-field communic...

JPMorgan Clocks Quarterly Earnings Beat

JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) reported strong earnings this week boosted by a 'strong economy' and the release of credit reserves. The bank reported better than expected Q2 earnings with adjusted EPS of $3.78 versus $3.15 estimate and revenue stood at $31.4 billion versus $30.06 billion estimates. T...

Goldman Sachs Reports Strong Q2 Beating Estimates – Raises Dividend

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) reported strong Q2 earnings this week that exceeded Wall Street expectations, riding high in investment banking amid a robust IPO market. The bank reported earnings of $15.02 per share vs. $10.24 expected & Revenues stood at $15.39 billion versus $12.17 billion...

A Trend Continues -Disney Increases Monthly, Annual Fees For ESPN+

Reportedly, Walt Disney Co (DIS) announced an increase in its monthly and annual subscription fees for sports streaming platform ESPN+ in the United States. The monthly price will increase by $1 to $6.99, and the annual plan will cost $10 more at $69.99. ESPN+ has about 14 million subscribers. These...

Microsoft Announces Agreement For Acquisition Of San Francisco Security Software Maker RiskIQ

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) has agreed to acquire RiskIQ, a security software maker, expanding its products and protecting its customers amid a rising tide of global cyberattacks. The terms of the deal remained undisclosed. Founded in 2009, San Francisco-based RiskIQ deals in cloud software f...

INmune Bio (INMB) Treats First Patient In High-Risk MDS With NK Cell Platform INKmune

MDS is a serious hematopoietic stem cell disorder in which patients have functionally defective NK cells and the level of dysfunction is predictive of overall survival. Approximately one-third of MDS cases progress to acute myelogenous leukemia (AML). Current treatments, including chemotherapy and b...

Disney’s ‘Black Widow’ Debuts With Impressive $158 Million In Theaters Globally

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) and Marvel's superhero adventure "Black Widow" recorded a massive $80 million in its first weekend, beating records for the biggest opening weekend since the pandemic. The film opened simultaneously in theaters and on Disney Plus on July 7 with Premier Acces...

Cisco Completes Acquisition Of Event Technology Platform Firm Socio Labs

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) announced the completion of the acquisition of Socio Labs, Inc., an event technology platform that will become a part of Cisco’s Webex cohort, post the buyout. The addition is expected to benefit Cisco in terms of customizable and inclusive offerings, primari...

Honeywell To Announce Q2 Financial Results On Friday, July 23

As per reports, Honeywell (HON) is scheduled to release its second-quarter financial results on Friday, July 23 before the market opens, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EDT. Other Details:  Dial (866) 548-4713 (domestic) or (323) 794-2093 (international) with conference ID "HON2Q21"...

Amgen – AstraZeneca Asthma Drug Granted Speedy FDA Review

Reportedly, Amgen (AMGN) and AstraZeneca's (AZN) experimental asthma drug tezepelumab has been granted a speedy review by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for potential approval.  The drug displayed promising results to reduce asthma attacks in patients with uncontrolled and severe forms of th...

Tech Giant Microsoft Recognizes Winners & Finalists For 2021 Partner Of The Year Awards

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) announced winners and finalists of the 2021 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards. All the award winners and finalists from around the world will be recognized at the all-digital Microsoft Inspire, July 14-15, 2021. The annual awards recognize Microsoft partners disp...

Disney Hopes High For Its Worldwide “Black Widow” Theatrical Release

The Walt Disney Company's (DIS) "Black Widow" is set for its theatrical release worldwide on July 9 as the entertainment giant is gearing up for a big weekend at the box office. The Marvel movie is premiering 15 months later than the initial plans. Estimates show "Black Widow" could bring in betwee...

Walgreens & VillageMD Partner To Open 29 Full-Service Primary Care Practices In Austin, Houston, El Paso

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has announced plans to include 29 new Village Medical at Walgreens practices in Austin, Houston, and El Paso this year with VillageMD, in line with its goal to open at least 600 Village Medical at Walgreens in more than 30 U.S. markets over the next four yea...

Walmart Continues Unveils Project To Promote Climate Change

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) unveiled a project aimed at cutting emissions in a tie-up with the U.N. group COP26 High-Level Climate Action Champions, and the business organization the World Business Council for Sustainable Development along with other retailers H&M, Ikea, and Kingfishe...

Boeing To Discuss Q2/2021 Earnings On July 28

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) to release its second quarter 2021 earnings on Wednesday, July 28, followed by a conference call at 10:30 a.m E.T. to discuss and review the results. The call will be hosted by David Calhoun, President & Chief Executive Officer, and Interim Chief Financial Officer, Dave D...

Customer Spending On Crypto-Linked Cards Exceed $1B In 1H2021 Per Visa

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) informed that more than $1 billion has been spent by its customers on its crypto-linked cards in the first half of this year. The company is taking the necessary steps to smoothen crypto transactions and partnering with 50 cryptocurrency platforms, making it easier for ...

PROGRESS REPORT: ATOSSA THERAPEUTICS MOVES FORWARD WITH DEVELOPMENT OF NEBULIZED FORMULATION TO IMPROVE LUNG FUNCTION IN BOTH ACTIVE-DISEASE COVID-19 PATIENTS & “LONG HAUL” PATIENTS WITH POST-INFECTION PULMONARY DISEASE

According to the CDC, long-haul Covid is “a range of symptoms that can last weeks or months…[which] can happen to anyone who has had Covid-19.” According to the New England Journal of Medicine long-haul Covid "symptoms are reported to be affecting a wide number of organ systems, occur in div...

Chevron Commits $3B By 2028 For The Future Of Low Carbon Energy

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has committed $3 billion by 2028 to advance its energy transition strategy. The oil giant is seeking to lower carbon intensity, increasing renewables, and offsets in support of their business, and also investing in low-carbon technologies. More info can be reac...

Is Nike Losing Out To Chinese Rivals Amid The Xinjiang Cotton Boycott?

As per reports, Chinese sportswear makers are performing better than their global peers fueled by the Xinjiang cotton controversy amid Chinese consumer support in response to the alleged human-rights issues in the Xinjiang region. The incident has boosted at least one local sneaker maker by some 250...

Chevron Corporation Announces Q2 Earnings Call Release Date

Chevron Corporation (CVX) is scheduled to host its Q2 earnings conference call on Friday, July 30, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. PT). The webcast can be reached at www.chevron.com. Other Details: Dial-in # (Listen-only mode): 646-828-8156 or 800-289-0585 Conference ID #: 8697566 Speakers: J...

P&G To Release Q4 2020/21 Earnings Results On July 30

Reportedly, The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) to host a webcast of its fourth-quarter earnings results beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET on July 30, 2021. Interested parties can access the live audio webcast at www.pginvestor.com, beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET.   The Procter & Gamble Company (P...

Researchers At Michigan State University To Use AI To Detect Early Signs Of Alzheimer’s Disease

Approximately 5.8 million people in the United States age 65 and older live with Alzheimer’s disease. Of those, 80% are 75 years old and older. Out of the approximately 50 million people worldwide with dementia, between 60% and 70% are estimated to have Alzheimer’s disease. Reportedly, research...

Saleforce’s Slack Unveils ‘Slack Huddles’

Reportedly, Slack Technologies Inc. (WORK) is launching new features to help people work with their colleagues whether in the office or at home, enhancing its offerings around managing a hybrid workforce. The new tool, Slack Huddles will allow users to have casual audio conversations across channel...

Is Disney+ Subscriber Growth Sinking?

Reportedly, Disney's (DIS) streaming video subscriber growth has slowed down recently as per the internal data that The Information reviewed. The reports informed that Disney+ had little more than 110 million total subscribers late in the third fiscal quarter versus 103.6 million in the second quart...

InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM) Closes Net Proceeds of Approx. $11M With An Institutional Investor

InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: INM), a leading clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing cannabinoid-based drug candidates for high unmet medical needs and IntegraSyn, a proprietary and cost effective manufacturing approach for synthesized rare cannabinoids, has been very busy lately! &...

IBM’s President Jim Whitehurst To Resign From His Position

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation's President, Jim Whitehurst, who played a major role in the $34 billion acquisition of Red Hat two years ago, will step down from his position. Whitehurst was named President in January 2020. Whitehurst will continue to work as senior adviser t...

Nike Announces ‘Rawdacious Tokyo Collection’ In Honor Summer Olympics

As per reports, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) has launched its Rawdacious Tokyo Collection in honor of the 2020 Summer Olympics. The collection includes a range of running silhouettes, including the Air Zoom MaxFly ($180), ZoomX Vaporfly Next% 2 ($250), Air Zoom Victory ($180), ZoomX Dragonfly ($150), Air Zoom L...

IBM Enters Hybrid Cloud Deal With Telecommunication Giants Verizon & Spain’s Telefonica

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has entered hybrid cloud deals with global telecommunication giants Verizon and Spain’s Telefonica as the company aims to build out 5G and edge networks. The deal expands on existing partnerships IBM has with the two telecom operators. ...

Lightning Seemingly Strikes Twice This Week For InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM)

Indeed, I truly believe that it has been a very large week for newly added VP Watchlist company InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: INM), a clinical-stage company developing cannabinoid-based pharmaceutical drug candidates as well as manufacturing technologies for pharmaceutical-grade rare cannabin...

As US Gears Up American Express Includes Premium Benefits To Its Platinum Card

American Express Company (AXP) is adding numerous new perks to its Platinum product, from $200 in annual hotel credits to deals for chartering private jets as a broad move to revamp the popular premium card. The credit card giant has increased the annual Platinum fee to $695 from $550. “We’re...

Walgreens Raises Yearly Forecast, Reports Strong Q3 Earnings

Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) reported strong third-quarter earnings this week, reporting adjusted earnings per share of $1.51 versus $1.17 expected, and revenue of $34.03 billion was reported versus $33.76 billion expected. The retailer raised its outlook for the year, expecting about 10% growth in...

Investment Bank JP Morgan Opens European Headquarters In Paris

Reportedly, Investment bank JP Morgan (JPM) has opened up its European headquarters in Paris as Brexit has meant the UK is losing its importance as the financial center of the region. The Investment bank to move 140 employees to Paris as part of its European-wide Brexit strategy and aims to have 800...

Walt Disney To Release Of Q3 2021 Financial Results Via Webcast August 12, 2021

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) to release fiscal third-quarter 2021 financial results beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT on Thursday, August 12, 2021, via a live audio webcast. Interested parties can listen to the webcast, at www.disney.com/investors.   Dow 30 Component, Th...

INVO Bioscience Expands INVOcell Clinic North American Footprint With Atlanta-based Bloom Fertility

  Depending on what statistics that you review today, Industry forecasts suggest that no more than 10% of the estimated 150 million infertile couples worldwide are currently being treated. After further research, this severely underserved market has been created and left unaddressed primaril...

JPMorgan Chase Announces Second-Quarter 2021 Earnings Release On July 13

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) to release second-quarter 2021 financial results on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at 7:00 a.m (EDT), followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. (EDT). JPMorgan Chase will notify the public about the release through Twitter, and by a press release over Business Wi...

Verizon Showcases 5G-United Robots At Barcelona Conference

Telecom giant Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) showcased two robots on the stage of the Mobile World conference, stating that robots use 5G connectivity and mobile edge computing to communicate with each other, as per reports. Edge computing uses machine learning and augmented reality to analyze bu...

Microsoft Seeking To Launch Its Windows Cloud PC Desktop-As-A-Service

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) seeking to roll out its Windows Cloud PC desktop-as-a-service, a Wall Street analyst says. The desktop-as-a-service offering could be announced at a Microsoft partner conference in July, informed Jefferies analyst Brent Thill. The tech giant first disclosed its Cloud PC ...

Walmart Introduces New Digital Offers With A Leading U.S Cash Back Rewards Platform, Ibotta

Reportedly, Walmart (WMT) has entered a strategic agreement with a leading cashback rewards platform in the United States, Ibotta to create and launch a new digital offers program on Walmart.com and the Walmart app. With the new program, Walmart customers will have access to hundreds of cash rebate...

Boeing Receives Largest Aircraft Order In 10 Years

Reportedly, United Airlines (UA) has placed orders for 200 Boeing (BA) 737 Max jets and 75 Airbus 321neo aircraft making it the biggest single order by any carrier in at least a decade. The announcement places hope on extended travel revival in the coming years. The aerospace giant has witnessed ord...

Walmart Announces Its Low-Priced Private Label Analog Insulin With Novo Nordisk

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has launched its private-label analog insulin at a huge discount to branded insulin vials and pens, driving growth in its healthcare business. The product, ReliOn NovoLog, is rapid-acting analog insulin used to control high blood sugar in adults and children wi...

JPMorgan Chase Announces Entered Strategic Relationship & Ownership Position In Brazil’s C6 Bank

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) and Brazilian digital bank, C6 Bank have entered into a strategic agreement, where JPMorgan Chase will take a 40% ownership stake in the full-service, subject to regulatory approvals. "We’re excited to be partnering with one of Brazil’s fastest growing ...

Travelers’s 2021 Championship Produces More Than $2 Million For 112 Charitable Organizations

As per reports, the 2021 Travelers Championship has generated more than $2 million for 112 charitable organizations informed the Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV). The insurance provider became the title sponsor in 2007, and the tournament has generated $22.5 million for more than 800 non-profits acro...

Salesforce To Form Global Advisory Board Offering Guided Digital Growth To Companies

Reportedly, Salesforce (CRM), the global leader in CRM, recently announced the formation of a Global Advisory Board to offer strategic guidance and assist the company's growth into new markets, strengthening and deepening Salesforce's role as a trusted digital advisor to CEOs and leaders around the ...

Microsoft Windows 11 Upgrade May Not Be For All!

Microsoft (MSFT) announced a free Windows 11 upgrade to Windows 10 machines, however, many users will be unable to use the benefit, as the newly launched operating system will only support eighth generation and newer Intel Core processors, Apollo Lake, and newer Pentium and Celeron processors. Wind...

Walmart Extends Relationship With Inovalon & The Inovalon ONE® Platform To 2028

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has expanded and extended its partnership with Inovalon, a noted provider of cloud-based platforms empowering data-driven healthcare. The partnership will assist Walmart with cloud-based capabilities through the Inovalon ONE® Platform in its extensive network ...

UnitedHealth Group Schedules Q2 Earnings On July 15

Reportedly, UnitedHealth Group has scheduled to release its Q2 2021 earnings on Thursday, July 15, 2021, before the market opens, followed by a conference call at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss and review results with analysts and investors. The webcast of the call can be reached at the company’s website...

Nike Crushes Q4 Earnings Expectations – Witnesses Growth In North America & Greater China

As per reports, Nike Inc. (NKE) reported fiscal Q4 earnings and sales this week, beating analyst estimates. The sports giant also offered a better-than-expected sales outlook for the upcoming year, driven by optimistic growth around its women’s category, apparel business, and Jordan brand. Nike wi...

Intel & Microsoft Collaborate On Intel’s Bridge Technology

As per reports, Intel (INTC) and Microsoft (MSFT) have deepened their partnership offering an impressive computing experience with the upcoming Windows 11 for more than three-fourths of Windows PCs powered by Intel® processors. The new New PCs enabled by Intel® Core™ processors along with Intel...

The Home Depot Offers Online Rental Reservations – Opens 8 New Rental Locations

Reportedly, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is upgrading the customer experience at its 1,300 rental locations with the launch of new "Rent Online, Pick-up In Store" technology, saving Pro and DIY customers time and trips to the store. Ranging from demolition tools like breakers and concrete saws to lands...

Coca-Cola Company Announces Release Of Q2 2021 Earnings July 21

As per reports, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) to announce its Q2 2021 earnings on July 21 before trading opens, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss and review the results with the investor community. Interested parties can reach the webcast for this event at the company’s website...

Intel Partners With India’s Reliance Jio On Building 5G Network Technology

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) is collaborating with India's Reliance Jio to develop 5G networking technology. Last year, Intel's venture capital unit invested $250 million in Reliance Industries Ltd's Jio Platforms unit, hoping the two companies would find areas of technology partnership. "T...

Blockchain Capital Raises $300M From Investors Including Visa, PayPal, Etc.

Reportedly, Blockchain Capital, a cryptocurrency- and blockchain-focused venture capital firm, raised $300 million in funding for its Fund V from investors including Visa Inc.(V) and PayPal Holdings Inc. Blockchain Capital informed that some investors in Fund V, including PayPal and Visa, will also ...

McDonald’s To Introduce Loyalty Program Across The United States Beginning In July

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) will introduce its U.S. loyalty program across the country at participating restaurants starting on July 8. Late last year in a few markets, McDonald's' started testing its MyMcDonald's Rewards program, allowing subscribers on its app to earn points that t...

JPMorgan Asset-Management Arm Buys Campbell Global LLC – A $5.3B Forest Investor

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s (JPM) asset-management arm has agreed to purchase Campbell Global LLC, which focuses on timberland and natural resources and has $5.3 billion in investments. The bank aims to become an active participant in carbon offset markets, using forests to capture ...

Verizon Acquires Senion – A Global Leader In Location-Responsive Solutions

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) announced the acquisition of Senion, a global leader in location-responsive solutions. Developer of an indoor positioning platform, Senion’s advanced machine-learning sensor fusion technology delivers sub-meter accuracy for precise positioning and navi...

Boeing Announces Successful First Flight Of Its Largest MAX Plane 737-10

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) completed the first flight of 737-10, the biggest plane in the company’s 737 MAX range on June 19. The flight took off at 10:07 a.m. from Renton Field in Renton, Washington, and landed at Boeing Field in Seattle at 12:38 p.m. 737 Chief Pilot Capt. Jennifer Henderson stated...

American Express To Announce Q2 2021 Results On July 23

Reportedly, American Express Company to release its Q2 2021 financial results on Friday, July 23, 2021, at 7 a.m. (ET), followed by a live audio webcast at 8:30 a.m. (E.T) to discuss and review the results. The webcast can be reached by the general public at the American Express, Investor Relations ...

Intel In Talks With German State Of Bavaria To Build Chip ‘Megafactory’

Reportedly, Germany's southern state of Bavaria is in discussion with Intel (INTC) to build a European chip factory to meet supply bottlenecks that have hindered production in the automotive sector. Recently, Intel has been seeking 8 billion euros/ $9.5 billion in public subsidies to build a semicon...

Ronaldo, Pogba Ditch Coke & Beer At Euro 2020 Conference

Reportedly, France midfielder Paul Pogba, a practicing Muslim removed a bottle of Heineken beer in front of him at a Euro 2020 news conference. A day after, Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo also removed two Coca-Cola (KO) bottles as he sat down to speak to media ahead of the Group F opener agains...

IBM Completes Acquisition Of Application Resource Management Provider, Turbonomic. Inc.

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) announced the closing of its acquisition of Turbonomic, Inc., an Application Resource Management (ARM) and Network Performance Management (NPM) software provider based in Boston, MA. The recent closure complements IBM's recent acquisition...

Walmart Invests In DroneUp Further Positioning For Delivery

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has invested in drone delivery company, DroneUp following a pilot last year with automated deliveries of COVID-19 nasal swab test kits as the company aims for drone deliveries in large numbers. "The trial demonstrated we could offer customers delivery in min...

InMed’s IntegraSyn™ Produces Cannabinoid Yield (5 g/L) That Significantly Exceeds Currently Reported Industry Yields

InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM) is a clinical-stage company developing a pipeline of cannabinoid-based pharmaceutical drug candidates, initially focused on the therapeutic benefits of cannabinol (“CBN”), and is developing IntegraSyn™ to produce pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoids. The Compan...

JPMorgan Boosts Overseas Retail Digital Banking Expansion Via Acquisition of Nutmeg, A Robo Wealth Manager

Reportedly, JP Morgan Chase (JPM) has bought UK robo wealth manager Nutmeg, complementing the digital bank it plans to launch in the UK later this year under the Chase brand. Sanoke Viswanathan, head of JPMorgan’s international consumer division, stated: "We are building Chase in the UK from scra...

FAA Makes Inspection Mandate For Boeing’s 737 MAX Key Automated Flight System

Reportedly, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a directive for Boeing Co. (BA) requiring operators of 737 MAX airplanes to conduct additional inspections for the plane's automated flight control system. The directive makes mandatory instructions released by Boeing in December that ...

Apple’s Cook Raises Concern Over EU’s Tech Rules Which Is Believed To Place Security Of iPhones At Risk

Apple’s (AAPL) CEO Tim Cook raised how proposed European rules aimed at curbing the power of U.S. tech giants, could pose security and privacy risks to iPhones. Cook, in his first public comments about the Digital Markets Act (DMA) proposed by EU antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager, raised concerns...

Microsoft Board Names CEO Satya Nadella As Chairman To The Board & Announces Quarterly Dividend

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) has named Chief Executive Officer Satya Nadella, 53 as its new chairman in place of John Thompson, intensifying Nadella’s influence on the company after more than seven years as the top executive. John Thompson took over as chairman in 2014 from Bill Gates, will ...

Cytovia Therapeutics Takes Another Step Towards An IPO – Hires Experienced Public Co. CFO, William Sullivan, CPA, MBA

  Cytovia Therapeutics (www.cytoviatherapeutics.com) aims to accelerate patient access to transformational cell therapies and immunotherapies, addressing several of the most challenging unmet medical needs in cancer. Cytovia focuses on Natural Killer (NK) cell biology and applies precision engin...

Cisco & Goldman Sachs Announce ESG Conference Call/Webcast For June 22

Reportedly, Cisco & Goldman Sachs will host an Environmental, Social, and Governance Webcast / Conference Call on June 22, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. PT/4:00 p.m. BST) for the Financial Community. Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Tae Yoo, will discuss Cisco's Corporate Social R...

Verizon Schedules Q2 Earnings On July 21st

Reportedly, Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) to report second-quarter 2021 earnings on Wednesday, July 21 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Instructions and presentation materials, including Verizon’s earnings news release and financial tables, will be available at 7:30 a.m. on https://www.verizon.com/ab...

Cristiano Ronaldo Chooses Water Over Coca Cola ‘Shaving Value’ From The Beverage Giant’s Shares

Reportedly, Coca-Cola’s share price dipped by $4bn (£2.8bn) after Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of Portugal national football team removed two bottles of the carbonated drink in front of him as he sat down to speak to the media at Euro 2020 press conference ahead of  Group F opener against Hungary,...

American Express Allows Employees To Work From Home Permanently For 2 Days A Week

Reportedly, American Express Co (AXP) will allow most employees to work from home for up to two days a week permanently, unveiling a hybrid back-to-office approach. As per an internal memo by AmEx Chief Executive Officer Stephen Squeri, most of the U.S. and U.K. staff of the credit card issuer will ...

PROGRESS REPORT: INVO Bioscience Appoints Andrea Goren As CFO – An Exec With Strong Ties To Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ: INVO)  operates within the ~$15-$18 Billion global infertility industry growing ~8-10% annually and  is commercializing the world's only in vivo Intravaginal Culture System (IVC), INVOcell® (pictured below), an accessible, inclusive, and affordable treatment for patients ...

U.S. and EU Agreed To Suspend Tariffs Related To Boeing-Airbus Subsidies

Reportedly, the U.S. and EU agreed to suspend tariffs for another five years related to Boeing (BA) and Airbus subsidies, as the Biden administration looks to target China's practices in the aviation industry. The agreement was reached at a U.S.-EU summit meeting in Brussels following the G7 meeting...

Walgreens Collaborates With Uber Eats Now Offering Same-Day Delivery From +7,800 Stores In US

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has collaborated with Uber Technologies (UBER) to offer products directly on the Uber Eats platform to customers across the United States. Customers can get health and wellness, beauty and personal care, household essentials, over-the-counter medications...

IBM’s U.S Employees Are Heading Back To Offices In Fall (September)

Reportedly, U.S employees of International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) will be returning to company offices the week of Sept. 7. In a memo, Chief Human Resources Officer Nickle LaMoreaux cited “improving U.S. clinical conditions and broad access to Covid-19 vaccines” for the company’s decisi...

INmune Bio (INMB) Purchases Xencor’s Option Potentially Eliminating Approx. 2.1M Shares of Future Dilution

INmune Bio, Inc. is a publicly traded (NASDAQ: INMB), clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing treatments that target the innate immune system to fight disease. INmune Bio has two product platforms. The DN-TNF product platform utilizes dominant-negative technology to selectively ne...

Tesla Launches Ridiculously Fast Model S Plaid With 390-Mile Range

Reportedly,  Tesla (TSLA) launched its Model S Plaid last week, the car is equipped with a 390-mile range and has the power to accelerate from zero to 60 miles per hour in less than two seconds. The interior features a steering yoke instead of a wheel and an 8-inch display in the back. It also has ...

Apple Hires Ulrich Kranz (Former BMW Executive) Determined To Build A Self-Driving Electric Car

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has hired a former senior executive at BMW AG’s electric car division, Ulrich Kranz to help lead its own vehicle efforts. Kranz formerly served as chief executive officer of Canoo Inc., a developer of self-driving electric vehicles. Before co-founding Canoo, Kranz was...

Swedish Medical Product Agency (MPA) Confirms Atossa Therapeutics Approval to Initiate Phase 2 Of Oral Endoxifen For Reduction of MBD

MBD is an emerging public health issue affecting more than 10 million women in the United States and many more worldwide.   Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in oncology and infectious dise...

Insurance Provider Travelers To Announce Q2 2021 Results On July 20

Reportedly, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) to release its Q2 2021 results on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, followed by a conference call at 9 a.m. ET to review the results. Interested parties can access the call via webcast at investor.travelers.com and by dialing, 844.895.1976 (United States). ...

American Express Secures First Spot In Customer Satisfaction In The J.D. Power U.S. Online & Mobile App Credit Card Studies

Reportedly, the American Express (AXP) App1 and the American Express website both have been ranked number one in customer satisfaction among the U.S. credit card companies’ mobile apps and credit card websites, according to the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Online & Mobile App Credit Card Satisfaction ...

Johnson & Johnson’s Single-Shot COVID-19 Vaccine Receives Shell Life Extension Via FDA

As per reports, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has extended the shelf life of the Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) single-shot COVID-19 vaccine from three months to four-and-a-half months, as millions of unused doses nationwide near expiry amid safety concerns and flagging demand for vaccinations....

Fate Therapeutics Highlights Positive Interim Data from its Phase 1 Study of FT516 in Combination with Rituximab for B-cell Lymphoma at 2021 ASCO Annual Meeting

Fate Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: FATE), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of programmed cellular immunotherapies for cancer, today highlighted positive interim Phase 1 data from the Company’s FT516 program for patients with relapsed / refractory B-cell lymphom...

P&G Informs Of Rise In Commodity & Freight Costs For This Fiscal Year

Reportedly, Procter & Gamble Co's (PG), Chief Financial Officer, informed that freight and commodity costs have amounted to around $600 million after-tax so far, this fiscal year exceeding prior expectations of more than $200 million in freight costs and about $125 million in commodity costs. T...

Verizon Business Launches Commercial Private 5G In U.S

Reportedly, Verizon Business (VZ) has launched its first commercially available private 5G network in the U.S. to offer businesses and government departments high-speed indoor or outdoor connectivity. 5G network removes the need for businesses to jostle for speed with others on a public network and ...

Board Of Caterpillar Inc. Announces Dividend Increase

Reportedly, the board of Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has voted to increase the quarterly cash dividend by eight cents, an 8% raise, to $1.11 per share of common stock, payable to shareholders as of July 20, 2021. The dividend is payable on August 20, 2021.   "Through the execution of our enterp...

Boeing States Possible Delay & Price Rise For Air Force One Contract

Reportedly, Boeing Co (BA) has informed that there may be delays and that intend raise the price of the next-generation presidential aircraft due to COVID-19 delays and a subcontractor.  Boeing received a $3.9-billion contract in July 2018 to build two 747-8 aircraft for use as Air Force One, set f...

Merck Enters Supply Agreement With U.S. Government For Investigational Oral Antiviral Candidate For COVID-19

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has entered into a procurement agreement with the United States government for molnupiravir (MK-4482). Molnupiravir is under Phase 3 clinical trial, the MOVe-OUT study for the treatment of non-hospitalized patients with laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 and at lea...

Atossa Therapeutics Phase 2 Endoxifen Breast Cancer Study Hits Primary Endpoint – Management Conducts Webinar Discussion (View Event Video!)

The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that in 2021, 281,550 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S. and 43,600 will die. ER+ breast cancer makes up approximately 78% of all women diagnosed with breast cancer.   Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS), a clinical stage bio...

Walmart Announces Community Academy Program Offering Free Educational Opportunities

Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is offering free classes to the public for personal and career investment as an initiative to give back to the community. Andy Trainor, Vice President of Learning, released a statement stating details about the Community Academy initiative. The program aims to help commun...

Nike Launches “Be True” Collection Celebrating Pride 2021

NIKE, Inc. (NKE) & its subsidiary, Converse continue to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with their colorful new footwear. Nike has celebrated its Pride Month with its “Be True” collection since 2012. Nike’s “Be True” footwear and apparel collection, offers each sneaker a velcro patch ...

Million Of J&J Vaccine Remain Unused In U.S, States Asked To Seek To Lengthen Shell Life

Reportedly,  state governors to work with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will be extending the shelf life of Johnson & Johnson's (JNJ) COVID-19 vaccine after White House orders, as millions of doses remain unused nationwide and are near to expiry. "I would encourage every governor who...

Honeywell Quantum To Enter A Joint Venture With Cambridge Quantum Computing

As per reports, Honeywell International Inc. (HON) and Cambridge Quantum Computing (CQC), a quantum computer software startup are set to enter a joint venture integrating Honeywell’s quantum computer unit with CQC. Honeywell will invest between $270 million and $300 million in the new company and...

YOU ARE INVITED! To The Tribe Public Atossa Therapeutics (NASDAQ: ATOS) FREE Webinar Event – June 9 – 8am PT

    You are invited to join me on Wednesday June 9th at 8am PT/ 11am ET at the Tribe Public Presentation & Q&A Event with Atossa Therapeutics’s (NASDAQ: ATOS) CEO Dr. Steven C. Quay, M.D., Ph.D., CFO Kyle Guse, & B. Heather Fraser, Ph.D. VP Clinical, Regulatory & CMC...

Biogen’s Historic FDA Nod For Alzheimer’s Treatment Is Boosting Hopes & Values

Approximately 5.8 million people in the United States age 65 and older live with Alzheimer’s disease. Of those, 80% are 75 years old and older. Out of the approximately 50 million people worldwide with dementia, between 60% and 70% are estimated to have Alzheimer’s disease. On Monday, June 07, ...

Boeing’s MQ-25 Successfully Refuels A U.S. Navy Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet

Reportedly, Boeing’s (BA) MQ-25 Stingray drone successfully has refueled a U.S. Navy Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet, marking it the first time an unmanned aircraft has refueled another plane pushing Boeing Stock higher. The F/A-18 pilot flew as close as 20 feet from the drone at operational speeds and...

American Express Announces “Membership Week” From June 14 – June 18 Featuring Offers, Deals & Experiences

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) is conducting its first-ever five-day Membership Week from June 14-June 18, featuring offers, experiences, and special deals for American Express ® U.S. Consumer and Small Business Card Members. "Part of what makes our brand so special is our commun...

Walgreens Schedules Third-Quarter Earnings Release On July 1, 2021

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) is now scheduled to release its fiscal third-quarter, 2021 earnings results on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 7 a.m. ET, followed by a one-hour conference call with WBA management beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. The live call can be reached at http://investor.walgre...

Mexico To Administer J&J’s COVID-19 US Supplied Vaccine To 18-40 Year Olds Along Mexico-U.S. Border

Reportedly, Mexico will seek to administer Johnson & Johnson's (JNJ) COVID-19 vaccine to 18 to 40-year-olds along the Mexico-U.S. border region with the aim of reopening the shared border by late June, informed Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard. After a conversation with U.S. Vice President Kamal...

Walmart Set To Give Nearly Half Of Its U.S Store Employees Free Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro Smartphones

Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is set to give more than 740,000 of its U.S employees, Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro smartphones, cases, and protection plans by the end of the year allowing them to use an app the company has developed to manage shifts, clock in, and stay in "constant communication." The app ...

Bob Iger, Disney Chairman, Sells Nearly $100M In Shares

 Reportedly, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) Chairman Bob Iger, 70, sold $98.7 million worth of shares in the company as an effort to diversify his portfolio. Iger disposed of 550,570 shares at an average price of $179.21 on June 1, which cut the shares he owns directly by 50% to 555,865. “The v...

Salesforce Schedules Annual Virtual Stockholders Meeting On Thursday, June 10, 2021

As per reports, Salesforce to hold its annual meeting on Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. (PT) / 2:00 p.m. (ET). This year’s meeting is a virtual stockholder meeting conducted exclusively via a live audio webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/CRM2021.  Shareholders as of April 15, 2...

Merck Completes Spinoff Of Organon & Co. Aiming To Create 2 patient-focused Companies

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) has completed the spinoff of Organon & Co. The spinoff aims to create two patient-focused companies with an enhanced strategic and operational focus, simplified operating models, improved agility, improved financial profiles, and optimized capital struct...

INmune Bio (NASDAQ: INMB) Confirms USAN Has Adopted “Pegipanermin” For XPro1595 – A Potential Treatment For Alzheimer’s

VP Watchlist Stock, INmune Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: INMB), a clinical-stage immunology company focused on developing treatments that harness the patient’s innate immune system to fight disease, confirmed today via announcement that the United States Adopted Name Council (USAN) has adopted the name “Pe...

Apple Targeting September Return To Offices But With Flexible Setup

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) employees may start returning to offices in early September for at least three days a week, informed Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer, Tim Cook. The tech giant is planning to bring back employees to offices on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at a minimum, while remote...

Apple Continues To Defend App Store & Work With Small Developers

Apple (AAPL) continued to defend its App Store revealing how the small developers have found success through an online marketplace. A study conducted by the Analysis Group and funded by Apple “A Global Perspective on the Apple App Store Ecosystem,” found that total billings and sales in the App ...

Verizon Announces Quarterly Dividend

Reportedly, the Board of Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) declared a quarterly dividend of 62.75 cents per outstanding share payable on August 2, 2021. The dividend is payable to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 9, 2021. “We remain committed to delivering value to our sha...

3M Partners Working With Pandemic Action Network To Prepare For Future Pandemics

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) and Pandemic Action Network have collaborated on programs to help curb the spread of COVID-19 and also announced a commitment to work together to help prepare for any future pandemics. 3M will combine its learnings and insights from the Pandemic Action Network (a coalition of m...

The Coca-Cola Company Becomes The First Global Implementation Partner For The Ocean Cleanup’s River Project

Reportedly, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) has partnered with The Ocean Cleanup’s River Project. The partnership brings in Coca-Cola’s Global Network with The Ocean Cleanup’s Technology Supporting Solutions for 15 Rivers Around the World, preventing plastic waste from entering the oceans. The obje...

Verizon Offering Offering free Apple & Android Phones To Sign Up For Unlimited 5G Plans

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. is offering free Apple and Android phones to customers who sign up for its unlimited plans on its faster 5G network. The largest U.S. wireless carrier is now matching similar trade-in offers from AT&T Inc. and T-Mobile US Inc. in an effort to reverse...

Chevron Allowed To Continue Restricted Operations In Venezuela

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX), the last major U.S. oil company still operating in Venezuela, received a new U.S. government license allowing it to continue operations in Venezuela until Dec. 1, informed the Treasury Department. The previous deadline was June 3. In 2019, the United States imp...

Merck & Sanofi Has Developed First Hexavalent Combination Vaccine Vaxelis™ In US

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) has developed a hexavalent combination vaccine Vaxelis™ in partnership with Sanofi Pasteur, the global vaccines business unit of Sanofi. Vaxelis will be widely available in the U.S. via traditional private and public channels, including directly from Sanof...

Intel CEO On Global Chip Supply Shortages

During a virtual session of the Computex trade show in Taipei this week, Intel Corporation (INTC) CEO, Pat Gelsinger informed that the global shortage of semiconductors will take several years to be resolved. The effect of which can be felt in production lines, and consumer electronics. He said that...

Will Biogen’s Highly Anticipated Alzheimer’s Drug Receive FDA Approval Today?

According to the Alzheimer's Association, around 6.2 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer's but the number is expected to hit 13 million by 2050. The winning approval for Alzheimer's treatment could generate billions in sales and would also open the door for other biotech stocks wor...

Russia Issues Warning To Disney Against Distribution Of Its Short Film “Out” Featuring Gay Character

As per reports, Russia's communications regulator Roskomnadzor warned Walt Disney Co (DIS) against distributing content of its short film, "Out", which features a gay main character, stating it portrays harmful content to the children in Russia. Disney+ released “Out" in the United States last yea...

Apple Delays Launch Of Podcast Subscription Service Until June After Show Concerns

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) delays the launch of its podcast subscription service until June after some of the podcast creators raised concerns over delays in their shows appearing after uploading them. The service was initially scheduled to start in May. In April, Apple informed that it was introduci...

Amgen Lung Cancer Drug Sotorasib With Specific Mutation Gains FDA Approval

Reportedly, Amgen Inc.'s (AMGN) drug sotorasib for non-small cell lung cancer with a specific mutation in a gene known as KRAS in patients whose disease has worsened after treatment with chemotherapy or other medicines gained approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Sotorasib, to be sol...

The Walt Disney Company Adds Two New Directors From Lululemon & Tech Industry

Reportedly, the Board of The Walt Disney Company (DIS) has elected two new directors Calvin McDonald, CEO of Lululemon Athletica inc., and Amy Chang, a veteran technology executive, effective immediately. "Amy Chang and Calvin McDonald are highly-respected leaders with a deep understanding of the...

Britain Authorizes Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 Vaccine For Use

Reportedly, Britain's medicine regulator has approved Johnson & Johnson's (JNJ) Janssen COVID-19 vaccine for use, making it the fourth COVID-19 vaccine to be approved in Britain. Britain had earlier approved vaccines made by Pfizer, AstraZeneca, and Moderna. The country reduced its order to 20 m...

Salesforce Reports Strong Q1 Results- Raises Fiscal Guidance

As per reports, Salesforce (CRM) released strong Q1 earnings ending April 30 as they confirmed a 23% growth in revenue year over year. Key Highlights: Adjusted earnings per share of $1.21 were reported, versus 88 cents per share as expected. Revenue stood at $5.96 billion, vs. $5.89 billion a...

Boeing Sees Promise Of Air Freighter Sales In China

As per reports, Boeing (NYSE: BA), which is struggling in China with sales of passenger planes due to the grounding of its 737 MAX and trade tensions, is hopeful about the outlook for freighter plane sales as e-commerce demand surges. Last May China Cargo Airlines, owned by China Eastern Airlines ...

GAP To Launch Home Products Line On Walmart.com

Reportedly, Gap Inc. is launching its new brand of home products that will be available exclusively on Walmart's (WMT) website in June, making it the first fashion retailer to get into a multi-year partnership with Walmart in home furnishing. The home goods market has witnessed increasing demand ove...

Cisco Announces $.37 Quarterly Cash Dividend

Reportedly, the board of Cisco Systems, Inc. announced a quarterly cash dividend of $.37 per common share to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 6, 2021. The dividend is payable on payable on July 28, 2021. Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is a global technology leader that designs, m...

Merck Announces Q3 2021 Dividend Payable July 7, 2021.

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.65 per share of the company’s common stock for the third quarter, 2021 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 15, 2021. The dividend is payable on July 7, 2021. Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) is ...

Walgreens Reaches 20M COVID-19 Vaccinations- Expects Possible Rise In “More Normal” Cough & Cold Season

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has administered more than 20 million COVID-19 vaccinations as of May 24 closer to the target of about 30 million shots this year. The company has also done more than 8 million COVID-19 tests, informed Walgreens senior vice president Rick Gates. On Marc...

Nike Schedules Fiscal Q4 2021 Earnings Release On June 24

As per reports, Nike Inc (NKE) to release its fourth-quarter fiscal 2021 financial results at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT on Thursday, June 24, 2021, followed by a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT to review the results by the management team. The live call can be reached at http://investors.nike.com....

Microsoft Connects With Accenture, Goldman To Build Software To Produce Fewer Data Center Carbon Emissions

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp., (MSFT) Accenture Plc, and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. have joined hands with nonprofits like the Linux Foundation and climate groups to develop ways to build software that produces fewer carbon emissions when used in data centers, preventing high-powered computers from cons...

Goldman Sachs Wins China Approval For Joint Wealth Management Venture With ICBC

Reportedly, China has approved the Goldman Sachs Asset Management Unit and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) joint venture to set up a foreign-controlled wealth management firm. The unit of Goldman Sachs Group Inc will offer a 51% funding contribution ratio, while the wealth management ...

World’s Largest Copper Producer Codelco Fast-Tracking Digitization With Microsoft

As per reports, the world's largest copper producer, Chile's Codelco has struck a deal with tech giant Microsoft (MSFT) to fast-track the digitization of its sprawling mining operations, improving automation and analytics. The collaboration with Microsoft will improve the company's capacity to make ...

Berkshire Hathaway’s NetJets Places Hold On Boeing-Backed Aerion’s AS2 Orders

Reportedly, Berkshire Hathaway's private aircraft firm NetJets has halted plans to add supersonic jets to its fleet as Boeing Co (BA)-backed Aerion failed to raise funds for production. The world's largest private jet company, NetJets informed in March that it had obtained purchase rights for 20 of ...

Amazon’s Jeff Bezos & LVMH Duking It Out For ‘World’s Richest Person’ – Tesla’s Musk In 3rd!

Bernard Arnault, CEO and majority owner of French luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy)  became the 'world’s richest person' this morning unseating Amazon (AMZN, $3,244.99, +1.31%) founder Jeff Bezos prior to relinquishing the title at the end of today's trading session.  According ...

McDonald’s U.K. Supplies ‘Derailed’ Due To Protest By Vegan Activists

Reportedly, animal rights activists have blocked supplies of an approx of 1,300 U.K. restaurants operated by McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) in an attempt to convince the fast-food giant to include an entirely plant-based menu. Around 50 Animal Rebellion protesters have blocked all four of the compan...

IBM To Deliver Global Hybrid Cloud Transformation For Pitney Bowes

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has entered an agreement with Pitney Bowes, under which IBM will deliver IT automation, machine learning, and managed infrastructure services designed to assist Pitney Bowes to enhance and include hybrid cloud computing to support its glo...

JPMorgan Morgan Health In Washington DC With Deploying Up To $250M

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) announced details about Morgan Health, a new business venture focused on improving the efficiency, quality, and equity of employer-sponsored healthcare. The unit will be led by Dan Mendelson, CEO of Morgan Health. Mendelson will report to the Vice-Chair...

GAVI Vaccine Alliance To Purchase 200M Doses Of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 Vaccine

Reportedly, the GAVI Vaccine Alliance to buy 200 million doses of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine, as a major shortfall in the COVAX vaccine-sharing program is caused as India suspends vaccine exports. The country is fighting vaccine shortage and fails to fulfill its home demand as it fight...

Israel Government Orders Push Chevron To Restart Operations At Offshore Tamar Natural Gas Platform

As per reports, Israel's energy ministry has instructed Chevron Corporation (CVX) to restart operations at the offshore Tamar natural gas platform almost after nine days after it was shut on May 12 as per government instructions, due to Israel-Gaza unrest in the region. Chevron holds a 25% stake in...

Walgreens Boots Alliance Included 3BL Media’s Annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance has been placed to 3BL Media’s annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, with outstanding ESG transparency (environmental, social, and governance) and strong performance among the 1,000 largest, publicly listed companies in the U.S. "Being a good corporate ...

McDonald’s Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend Payable On June 15

Reportedly, the board of McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.29 per share to common stockholders of record at the close of business on June 1, 2021. The dividend is payable on June 15, 2021. McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is the leading global foodservice retaile...

Home Depot Announces Q1 Cash Dividend + $20B Stock Buyback Program!

Reportedly, the board of Home Depot, Inc. (HD) declared a first-quarter cash dividend of $1.65 per share to stockholders of record at the close of business on June 3, 2021.  The dividend is payable on June 17, 2021, and is the 137th consecutive quarter the company has paid a cash dividend. The boa...

Microsoft To Say Goodbye To Internet Explorer & Hello To Edge!

As per reports, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) will unplug its well-known browser, Internet Explorer next year as the technology giant prepares to compete with market leader Chrome with its slicker Edge browser. Internet Explorer, launched in 1995 became the prominent browser for over a decade as it was pac...

J.P. Morgan Secures Top Spot As European Web Transaction Acquirer

Reportedly, J.P. Morgan (JPM)  has secured the top spot in the Nilson Report’s European ranking of merchant acquirers for the sixth year in Europe by web-based transactions. As per the report,  the 45 largest acquirers handled over 22 billion web-based transactions with a value of over $1 trill...

Cisco Releases Q3 Earnings- Lowers Earnings Guidance Amid Supply Chain Issues

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) released its third-quarter earnings this week and raised concerns that supply chain issues will be prevalent till the end of 2021. The technology giant also forecast its current-quarter profit below estimates. "Notwithstanding what's going on in the supply chain, our re...

Walmart Exceeds Q1 Estimates – Raises Outlook

Dow 30 component, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) reported strong first-quarter earnings, witnessing a strong push from e-commerce and grocery sales. Key Highlights: Walmart reported an adjusted EPS of $1.69 versus $1.21 expected. Revenue stood at $138.31 billion versus $131.97 billion expected fo...

IBM Acquires Salesforce Partner Waeg

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is buying Waeg, a consulting partner for Salesforce (CRM) extending its range of services and supporting its hybrid cloud and artificial intelligence strategy. Waeg, based in Brussels serves clients across Europe, complements IBM's ac...

Home Depot Rides High On Q1 Earnings, Crushes Estimates

The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) reported strong quarterly earnings, reporting a 31% jump in quarterly same-store sales, as revenue and profit surged as Americans continued to invest more to upgrade their living spaces. Home Depot also benefited from a years-long focus on e-commerce, particularly in servic...

Verizon Media Expands Partnership With Condé Nast’ Offering Exclusive Content & Commerce Experience To Consumers

Reportedly, Verizon Media (VZ) and Condé Nast announced an expansion of their partnership to build the next generation content and advertising experiences for consumers and advertisers. The partnership unlocks new content distribution opportunities and increased access to Condé Nast’s premium in...

Disney World Revises Mask Rules As Per Latest CDC Guidelines

Reportedly, Disney World, and other amusement parks have updated their mask policy following the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Masks have been made optional in outdoor areas and pool decks at Walt Disney Inc's Disney World in Orlando, Florida, from May 15. Howe...

Walmart Allowing Fully Vaccinated Employees To Ditch Their Mask

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) to allow fully vaccinated workers without masks at work following the latest guidelines issued from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As per an internal memo issued by the retailer to U.S. stores, Sam’s Clubs, and supply chain facilities, u...

Goldman’s Consumer Business CFO, Sherry Ann Mohan To Join JPMorgan Chase Business Banking Unit

As per reports, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has hired Sherry Ann Mohan as the chief financial officer of its business banking unit, formerly MD, and CFO for Goldman's (GS) consumer business. Mohan served at Goldman's consumer business, which includes Marcus and Apple Card. Sherry Ann Mohan's depa...

Coca-Cola Announces The Discontinuation Of Coca-Cola Energy In North America

As per reports, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) is discontinuing its energy drink, Coca-Cola Energy,  in North America just over a year after it was rolled out. The beverage giant will focus on its fast-moving beverages as consumers pick up more of its traditional sodas and flavored sparkling waters as ...

Nike Looks Forward To Phased Return Of Employees To Office

Reportedly, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is preparing for a phased return of its employees to its offices subject to the employee's geographical location. As COVID-19 vaccinations are in full swing, the sportswear giant is one of a growing number of companies planning for life after the pandemic. A phased retu...

IBM’s ‘Hybrid Work Plans’ For Returning To Work Post Pandemic

In a recent interaction with Yahoo Finance Presents, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) CEO, Arvind Krishna discussed how the company expects at least 80% of the company’s 350,000 employees to opt for a hybrid model of work post-COVID -19 vaccination rollout. A hybrid model is such ...

Disney Reports Mixed Second-Quarter Earnings – Disney+ Miss Expectations

The Walt Disney Company (DIS) reported mixed fiscal second-quarter earnings, as the entertainment giant added fewer new subscribers than expected for its streaming service, Disney+. The company closed its second quarter with 103.6 million subscribers, missing estimates for 110.3 million. Disney's di...

McDonald’s Announce Increase In Hourly Wages By 10% For +660 U.S. Owned Restaurants

As per reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is looking to increase the hourly wages by an average of 10%, for more than 36,500 employees at more than 660 of its U.S. restaurants. The move comes as McDonald's employees are planning to strike across 15 cities on May 19 to demand higher wages. The ...

JPMorgan Lays Down Carbon Reduction Goals For Clients

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has set out mid-term, carbon reduction goals for clients, as the bank faces pressure to align their financing activities with their climate change commitments. JPMorgan Chase & Co is asking its clients in the auto industries and electric power to meet ca...

Insurer UnitedHealth Group Announces Strong Quarter Earnings- Raises Full-Year Earnings Target

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) reported strong quarterly profit and also raised its full-year earnings, boosted by strong growth in its Optum unit that manages drug benefits. Spending on medical services at the company’s health insurance business, UnitedHealthcare, regained in the latter pa...

Boeing Receives 737 MAX Jets Orders From Alaska Air

As per reports, Alaska Air Group has placed orders for 13 Boeing Co (BA) 737-9 MAX airplanes and 17 Embraer 175 jets, as the U.S. carrier is expecting bookings to come back after Covid-19 vaccinations and travel to resume. "Alaska expects domestic travel to return to pre-COVID levels by the summe...

Verizon Opens Recruitment Nationwide For 1,000 Roles, Amid Surge In Customer Demand

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is launching its largest recruitment effort in more than five years to handle the demand around 5G, new devices, and gaming, along with increasing customer visits to its nationwide stores. The company is adding more than 1,000 retail positions to ensure ...

Boeing 737 MAX Deliveries Decline Drastically In April Amid Electrical Issue

Boeing (BA) recently reported a major decline in the sale of 737 MAX jet deliveries for the month of April. Deliveries dropped to 4 in April from 19 in the previous month, as the aircraft struggles with an electrical problem that has re-grounded the aircraft. Boeing started delivering the 737 MAX ai...

Chevron & Noble Midstream Partners LP Announce Complete Merger

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) and Noble Midstream Partners LP announced the completion of the previously announced acquisition, resulting in Noble Midstream as an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Chevron. Noble Midstream’s common units will not be listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Mar...

Walmart Schedules First Quarter Earnings Release On May 18, 2021

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) will release its first-quarter earnings results at 6 a.m. CDT on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, followed by a live conference call with the Investment Community at 7 a.m. CDT to discuss the results. The call will be hosted by Doug McMillon, President & CEO, an...

Visa Collaborates With Wave, Offering Instant Payouts To Canadian Small Business Owners

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) has partnered with Wave, an all-in-one accounting and business banking platform to launch Instant Payouts to Canadian small businesses helping them to manage their cash flow. The platform will be enabled by Visa Direct, Visa's real-time2 push payments platform, and made ava...

Travelers (TRV) Publishes 2020 Community Report – Total Giving Over Decade Approx. $225M

As per reports, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) published its annual Community Report that includes its 2020 charitable contributions of nearly $23 million, bringing the company’s total giving over the past decade to approximately $225 million. The company’s charitable activities 2020 includ...

Apple Hires Cisco’s Stella Low As Chief Communications Officer

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) has named the chief communications officer at Cisco, Stella Low as the company’s head of communications, filling in the role that has been empty since the departure of Steve Dowling in 2019. Low will lead external communications and public relations and will report to ...

IBM Introduces World’s First 2-Nanometer Chip Technology

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has unveiled the world's first 2-nanometer chipmaking technology that could be 45% faster and up to 75% more power-efficient than the mainstream 7-nanometer chips used in many of today's laptops and phones. The technology is expected to ...

Walmart Health Enters Agreement To Acquire With Telehealth Provider MeMD

As per reports, Walmart Health has entered an agreement with MeMD, a multi-specialty telehealth provider. The agreement strengthens Walmart's commitment to integrated, omnichannel health delivery spread across data and technology to enhance engagement and outcomes. The partnership will allow Walmart...

Nike To Pay Quarterly Dividend On July 1

As per reports, the board of Nike, Inc. (NKE) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.275 per share on the outstanding Class A and Class B Common stock to shareholders of record on June 1, 2021, payable on July 1, 2021. NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is the world’s top designer, marketer, and distributo...

American Express Announces Quarterly Dividend

Reportedly, the Board of American Express Company (AXP) announced a regular quarterly dividend of $.43 per common share to shareholders of record on July 2, 2021, payable on August 10, 2021. Dow 30 component American Express Company (AXP), and its subsidiaries provide customers and businesses globa...

Hecla Q1 Results Register Record Cash Margin, Adjusted EBITDA, & 2nd Highest Revenue In 130-Year History

VP Watchlist company, North American Silver and Gold producer Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) announced Q1 2021 financial and operating results on Thursday. Shares closed at $7.29, +16.64% on Thursday. The 52-wk range is $2.47-$8.47. Hecla's Board of Directors also increased their silver-linked divi...

Microsoft Allows Its EU Public & Commercial Sector Customers To Store & Process Data In The Region

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) has allowed public and commercial sector customers in the European Union to store and process all of their data in the region, amid growing demand from some clients. Microsoft to complete the implementation of all engineering work required to execute the decision by...

Caterpillar Reports Improved Quarter Earnings- Raises Supply Chain Issues

 Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) reported strong quarterly earnings last week and raised concerns over the global shortage of semiconductor chips, which could affect its ability to keep up with increasing customer orders. Chief Financial Officer Andrew Bonfield informed that the company is witnessing reco...

Salesforce Schedules Q1 Earnings On May 27

Reportedly, Salesforce (CRM) is scheduled to release its first quarter, 2022 results on Thursday, May 27, 2021, after trading closes, followed by a conference call at 2:00 p.m. (PT) / 5:00 p.m. (ET) with the investment community to discuss and review the results. Live webcast and replay of the even...

Cisco Announces Q3 Release Details

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is scheduled to release its third-quarter earnings, 2021 on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at 1:30 PM (PT) / 4:30 PM (ET). The press release of the earnings will be posted on the company's website under the "Newsroom" section. Dial-in details: 888-848-6507 & 21...

Salesforce Joins As Innovation Partner Of The Walt Disney Studios StudioLAB

Reportedly, Salesforce and Disney (DIS) Studios Content have entered a partnership to support Disney marketers and filmmakers via the Salesforce platform. With Salesforce as StudioLAB Innovation Partner, the companies will look for new ways to use technology to manage and grow the content production...

Walgreens Collaborates Uber Technologies Inc (UBER), DoorDash Inc, Etc. To Launch Same-Day Delivery

Reportedly, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has partnered with Uber Technologies Inc (UBER), DoorDash Inc, and others to launch same-day delivery under two hours for its retail products in the United States. The same-day purchases placed via its app or online will be packed by store workers and delive...

Home Depot To Release Q1 Earnings On May 18

As per reports, the world's largest home improvement retailer, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is scheduled to announce its first-quarter earnings conference call on Tuesday, May 18, at 9 a.m. ET. The webcast can be reached at http://ir.homedepot.com/events-and-presentations under the First Quarter Earnin...

Intel Investing $600M In Israel To Expand Its R&D Work -Also Spending $10B On New Chip Plant

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) is set to invest another $600 million in Israel for the expansion of its research and development (R&D) and it will also spend $10 billion on a new chip plant. The company to invest $400 million to turn its Mobileye unit into an R&D campus for developing ...

Saadia Madsbjerg Named President of The Coca-Cola Foundation & VP of Global Community Affairs for The Coca-Cola Company (KO)

As per reports, Saadia Madsbjerg has been named as the President of The Coca-Cola Foundation and VP of Global Community Affairs for The Coca-Cola Company (KO), effective June 1. Madsbjerg, 44 succeeds Helen Price and will report to Bea Perez, Chief Communications, Sustainability & Strategic Part...

Verizon Selling Media Unit (Yahoo & AOL) To Apollo For $5B

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) to sell its media unit, which includes Yahoo and AOL, to Apollo Global Management Inc for $5 billion, in a move to offload its digital media business. Verizon declared the unit nearly worthless with a $4.6 billion write-down in 2018, as major market gia...

3M Reports Strong Q12021 Earnings – Sees Higher Costs

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) posted strong profit and revenue estimates in the first quarter, as more and more people bought products to prevent potential coronavirus infections i.e. 3M's N95 masks and general cleaning equipment. Sales for the safety and industrial unit increased 13.7% to $3.3 billion for t...

Boeing Has Fired Employees On Racist, Discriminatory Or Hateful Conduct

As per reports, Boeing Co (BA) has fired 65 employees over the last year for engaging in or being part of racist, discriminatory or hateful conduct. The planemaker informed in a report that the employees were terminated between June 2020 and April 21, 2021. Boeing said about 69% of its U.S. workforc...

Chevron Quarterly Earnings Recover- Raises Dividend By 4%

Chevron Corporation (CVX) reported better than expected first-quarter earnings recently, with an adjusted EPS of 90 cents per share and revenue of $32.03 billion, ahead of $30.37 billion estimates. Net income stood at $1.377 billion, a 62% decrease year over year. Last quarter, Chevron posted a $665...

Boeing Reports More Quarterly Losses – Remains Positive On Air Travel Recovery

Boeing (BA) reports a sixth consecutive quarterly loss as the aerospace giant struggles with production issues and a weak jetliner market. Boeing reported a net loss of $561 million for the first three months of 2021 on revenue of $15.2 billion, 10% lower than last year but slightly ahead of analyst...

Visa Quarterly Earnings Signal Reviving Economy

Visa (V) earnings are showing signs of recovery as an increase in online shopping helped the world's biggest payment processor quarterly earnings beat Wall Street estimates and overcome sluggish travel spending. Visa's total payment volumes increased 11% on a constant dollar basis. Visa's net revenu...

Peter Mitchell Appointed As General Manager For Verizon Connect

Reportedly, Peter Mitchell has been appointed as the general manager of Verizon Connect, an important part of Verizon Business’ product portfolio and also one of the world’s largest SaaS-based fleet management providers. Mitchell expands his role as the company’s chief technology officer. Mit...

Highlights From McDonald’s Q1 Earnings

Fast-Food giant, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) first-quarter net sales topped pre-pandemic levels, beating Wall Street estimates. The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.92 versus $1.81 expected. Fiscal first-quarter net income stood at $1.54 billion, or $2.05 per share, up from $1.1...

Merck Reports Disappointing Profits In Q1

Merck & Co. Inc.  (MRK) reports disappointing Q1 profit figures, hurt by the low demand for drugs that need to be administered at a doctor's office, as the pandemic fear continued. The company informed that two-thirds of its treatments and vaccines need to be administered by a doctor, usage of...

Apple Surpasses Earning Estimates – Reports 54% Revenue Increase

Dow 30 component, Apple (AAPL) reported Q2 earnings this week, beating analyst expectations. Revenue soared 54% year-over-year on strong hardware sales in the quarter. Revenue stood at $89.58 billion versus $77.3 billion expected. Earnings per share of $1.40 were reported versus $0.99 expected. iPh...

Former Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS) Cellular Therapy Development VP Appointed As Chief Medical Officer of NKcell Focused Cytovia Therapeutics

Cytovia Therapeutics aims to accelerate patient access to transformational cell therapies and immunotherapies, addressing several of the most challenging unmet medical needs in cancer. Cytovia focuses on Natural Killer (NK) cell biology and applies precision engineering to induced pluripotent stem c...

Microsoft Reports Earnings

Microsoft (MSFT) reports reports earnings expectations. The technology giant’s majority growth contributor was its Azure cloud division, pushing its market capitalization close to $2 trillion. For the quarter, the company reported $15.12 billion in revenue from the segment, a 23% year-over-year in...

Amgen Reports Disappointing Q1 Earnings

Amgen (AMGN) reports disappointing q1 earnings, with earnings declining 12% to $3.70 per share. Sales dropped 4% to $5.9 billion. Amgen's highest selling, an inflammatory treatment called Enbrel reported $924 million, a 20% decline and missed forecasts for nearly $1.1 billion. The company noted sea...

IBM Reports Increase In Quarterly Cash Dividend

As per reports, the board of International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) will increase the regular quarterly cash dividend to $1.64 per common share, payable to all shareholders as of May 10, 2021. The dividend is to be paid on June 10, 2021. Arvind Krishna, IBM chairman, and the chief exec...

Former Coca Cola & Uber Global Chief Marketing Officer Rebecca Messina Joins INVO Bioscience’s Board

  It’s estimated that nearly 90% of couples in need of infertility treatment go without care! INVO Bioscience's (NASDAQ: INVO) mission is to increase access to care and expand fertility treatment across the globe with a goal to lower the cost of care and increase the availability ...

Merck Partners With Indian Generic Drugmakers For COVID-19 Drug Production & Access To Molnupiravi

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) has partnered with five Indian generic drugmakers, including Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd & Cipla Ltd, to expand production and access to its experimental COVID-19 drug, molnupiravir. The partnership will allow the companies with licenses to supply...

Honeywell BOD Declares Quarterly Dividend

As per reports, the board of Honeywell (HON) has announced a regular quarterly dividend payment of $0.93 per share to all shareholders of the common stock as of May 14, 2021. The dividend is payable on June 4, 2021. Vista Partners LLC (”Vista”) is a California Registered Investment Advisor base...

Salesforce Attains #1 CRM Provider Status For 8th Consecutive Year Via IDC

Reportedly, the global leader in CRM, Salesforce (CRM) has secured the #1 CRM Provider position for the 8th consecutive year by International Data Corporation (IDC) in its latest Worldwide Semiannual Software Tracker.  The IDC data shows that Salesforce has positioned itself as the market share le...

Disney’s Searchlight Pictures Wins Best Picture Trophy

As per reports, the Walt Disney Company Searchlight Pictures won the best picture trophy for "Nomadland" at the Oscars, marking the fourth time in eight years the studio has collected the film industry's most prestigious recognition. The victory for Searchlight Pictures "Nomadland" left Netflix Inc...

Honeywell Reports Q1- Battles Amid Slow Recovery In Its Aerospace Business

Honeywell International In. (HON) released first-quarter earnings recently, reporting an EPS of $1.92 per share, beating market estimates of $1.80 per share. Net income dropped nearly 10% to $1.43 billion in the quarter. The company now expects full-year sales to be between $34 billion and $34.8 bil...

Amgen Schedules To Report Q1 Financials Tuesday, April 27

As per reports, Amgen (AMGN) will announce its first-quarter financial results tomorrow, Tuesday, April 27, 2021, after the market closes. A conference call will be held with the investment community at 2:00 p.m. PT following the results. Robert A. Bradway, chairman, & CEO, along with the member...

Apple Launching COVID-19 Shots Program For Its Workers At Its Offices

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) plans to launch a program to help its employees get voluntary COVID-19 vaccinations at its offices, along with collaboration with drugstore chain Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc as its vendor. The company to open a website for its workers to sign up for appointments, an Ap...

IBM Reports Encouraging Q1 Revenue Growth & Beat!

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) reports Q1 revenue growth after four quarters of declining figures. The technology giant reported an adjusted EPS of $1.77 per share versus $1.63 per share as expected by analysts. Revenue of $17.73 billion was recorded, a little ahead of market esti...

American Express Exceeds Quarterly Profits- Benefits of $675M From Release of $1.05B From Loan-loss Reserves

As per reports, American Express Co (AXP) released strong quarterly earnings, beating market estimates. The business card for companies is improving as government incentives and vaccine rollouts point at economic recovery, assisting the industry to recover from a pandemic-driven low in non-essential...

Intel Reports Q1 2021 Earnings – States “This is a pivotal year for Intel”

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) released Q1 earnings this week, first with CEO Pat Gelsinger in leadership. Sales remained flat and profit dropped in the first quarter of 2021. However, earnings per share were significantly higher than analyst estimates and the company’s expected forecast. C...

RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association Gains Support From INVO Bioscience – The Providers of The Affordable Treatment Option- INVOcell

  It’s estimated that nearly 90% of couples in need of infertility treatment go without care! Established in 1974, RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association is a non-profit organization with the only established, nationwide network mandated to promote reproductive health and to ensure...

Walgreens Boots Alliance Schedules Quarterly Dividend On June 11

As per reports, the Board of Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has announced a quarterly dividend of 46.75 cents per share payable on June 11, 2021, to stockholders of record as of May 21, 2021. Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) is a pharmacy-led, health and well-being enterprise with a long history of tru...

Greece To Start Johnson & Johnson Coronavirus Vaccinations Next Month

Reportedly, Greece starts the rollout of the Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) COVID-19 vaccine on May 5 after Europe's drug regulator backed its use, informed health authorities. “We expect decisions by the CDC and FDA on Friday and then by our national committee on vaccinations in the following day...

Disney – Sony Pictures Deal Bringing “Spider-Man” & Other Movies To Disney+ After Netflix 18-Month Exclusive Period

As per reports, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) has entered a deal with Sony Pictures to play new "Spider-Man" movies and other films to Disney's streaming services and TV networks in the United States after they play on Netflix. The company has also secured rights to offer hundreds of older Sony fil...

Apple Unveils The New iPad Pro Powered With Its Custom M1 Chips

Apple (AAPL) launched its latest line of iPad Pros during a special virtual event held on Tuesday, April 20 at its Cupertino, California, headquarters, as per reports. The newly launched iPads are the first to be powered by Apple’s custom M1 chips, the same used in its Mac line of laptops and des...

Verizon Reports Strong Q1 2021 Earnings

Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) reported first-quarter adjusted earnings that topped estimates. For the quarter ending March, Verizon's adjusted earnings were $1.31 per share, excluding items. Revenues increased 4% to $32.9 billion. A year earlier, Verizon earned $1.26 a share on revenue of $31.6 ...

Microsoft & Discord End Deal Talks

Reportedly, messaging platform Discord Inc. to end deal talks with Microsoft Inc. (MSFT) and focus on expanding the business as a standalone company through its chat platform and doing business from its user base that has grown rapidly during the pandemic, as per sources. Earlier it was reported in ...

Procter & Gamble Quarterly Earnings Beat Market Estimates- Consumers Continue Buying Pandemic Inspired Cleaning Products

Reportedly, the Procter & Gamble Company (PG) third-quarter earnings exceeded analyst estimates as consumers continue to purchase more cleaning supplies and also bounce back to buying beauty products. Key Earning Highlights for the quarter ending March 31: Earnings per share of $1.26 were r...

Johnson & Johnson Reports Strong Quarter Earnings- Increases Quarterly Dividend By 5 Cents

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) released its first-quarter earnings this week, reporting adjusted earnings of $2.59 per share and revenue of $22.32 billion, beating estimates of $21.98 billion. The company reported $100 million in sales for its COVID-19 vaccine, which was put on hold by ...

Cytovia Therapeutics Files New Provisional Composition of Matter Patent Applications for Natural Killer Cell Engager Multifunctional Antibodies (FLEX-NK®)

"Precision NK therapies have the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment with unsurpassed safety and efficacy. We are excited to bring NK Cell Engager antibodies and CAR-NK cell therapies to initial clinical trials starting in 2021, moving towards broad patient access to cancer-defeating cures...

INVO Bioscience & Lyfe Medical Partnering To Establish An INVOcell Clinic In The San Francisco Bay Area – (Affordable Infertility Treatment Option)

    INVOcell is the first Intravaginal Culture (IVC) system granted FDA clearance in the United States, providing millions of infertile couples across the country access to this revolutionary infertility treatment. This novel device and procedure provides a more natural, safe, effectiv...

Chevron & Honeywell Collaborate On World’s First Commercial ISOALKY™ Ionic Liquids Alkylation Unit

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) and Honeywell have announced the commissioning and start-up of the world's first commercial-scale ISOALKY process unit that uses ionic liquids to produce alkylate. The ISOALKY technology marks a major innovation in alkylation technology and offers wider and impr...

Coca-Cola Reports Strong Quarterly Earnings- Remains Positive On Growth Amid Economic Recovery

Reportedly, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) released quarter earnings this week, reporting a revenue of $9.02 billion versus $8.6 billion expected. Adjusted earnings per share stood at 55 cents versus 50 cents expected. The beverage giant reported a fiscal first-quarter net income of $2.25 billion, or 5...

Amgen Completes Acquisition Of Five Prime Therapeutics

Reportedly, Amgen (AMGN) has successful completed its previously announced tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of common stock of Five Prime Therapeutics for $38 per share in cash. Five Prime Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company working on developing immuno-oncology and...

Kidney Disease Focused Precision Medicine Firm Chinook Therapeutics Presents 6 Posters At ISN World Congress of Nephrology

Chronic kidney diseases are a severe and growing worldwide problem with a lack of effective treatments often leading to dialysis, transplantation, and high costs to health care systems. In the U.S. alone, kidney diseases affect an estimated 37 million people and account for over $120 billion in an...

McDonald’s Introduces Mandatory Anti-Harassment Training To Combat Harassment & Discrimination At Its Restaurants

Reportedly, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is planning to make it's 2 million workers take anti-harassment training after the fast-food giant has been accused of series of workplace abuse claims. The new training comes in the light as the company tries to address allegations that it has ignored hara...

Caterpillar Announces Retirement Of 2 Long-Time Board Members & Addition Of CEO Of Cargill To Board

As per reports, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has announced the retirement of its 2 long-time members of the board of directors, Juan Gallardo and William (Bill) Osborn, along with the election of Cargill Board Chair and CEO, David MacLennan to the board, effective April 14, 2021. Gallardo, 73 was electe...

Boeing Releases Q1 Deliveries Update

The Boeing Company (BA) released its first-quarter, 2021 major deliveries across its commercial and defense operations, as follows: Commercial Airplanes Programs:  737 63 747 1 767 5 777 6 787 2 Total 77   Defense, Space & Security Programs ...

UnitedHealth Reports Q1 Earnings – Raises 2021 Earnings Guidance

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) reported strong Q1 earnings, raising prior earning guidance for full-year 2021. The adjusted earnings per share increased 42.7% to $5.31. Revenue increased 9% to $70.2 billion, driven by 11% growth in revenue for the Optum health services division to $36.4 billi...

Microsoft Introduces Kid-Friendly Version Of Its Edge Web Browser, Edge Kids Mode

 Microsoft (MSFT)  introduced its new kid's mode for its Edge web browser, in a move to ensure that parents can easily allow their children to go online without being concerned about the kind of content they’ll come across. The introduction is the first such feature from any major browser, desig...

Home Depot Sets-Up 3 New Distribution Centers In The West Palm Beach, Miami, & Fort Myers Area

Reportedly, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) has opened three new distribution centers across Florida, from West Palm Beach and Miami to Fort Myers, offering faster delivery options to customers in the South Florida region. The home improvement giant also plans to open two additional Miami distribution center...

Verizon Launches 5G Internet In 21 U.S. Cities For Commercial Entities

As per reports, one of the largest U.S. telecom companies Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is launching 5G internet for businesses in 21 U.S. cities this month, expanding its reach from Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles. The telecom giant is offering a 10-year price lock for new customers, no data...

American Express Gains 10th Spot On 2021 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list in the U.S.

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) has been ranked 10th on the 2021 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list in the U.S, for the second consecutive year of being among the Top 10. The ranking is based majorly on feedback from its employees and the company’s success in providing a dive...

Goldman Sachs Reports Q1 Earnings, Exceeding Market Expectations

Reportedly, the Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) reported first-quarter net profits and revenues, beating analysts’ estimates driven by a strong performance from the firm’s investment banking and trading businesses. “We have been working hard alongside our clients in preparation for a world b...

JPMorgan Reports Positive Q1 Earnings, Crushing Market Estimates

JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) released first-quarter earnings, performing better than market estimates as the economy starts to revive from the COVID-19 crisis. Key Earning Highlights: Adjusted earnings per share of $4.50 were reported versus the $3.05 estimate. Revenue stood at $32.3 billion...

FDA Halts Usage Of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine, As Blood-Clot Reports Appear

Reportedly, the Food and Drug Administration has halted the use of the Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) coronavirus vaccine, after reports of blood clots in six recipients were reported, pushing Johnson & Johnson's stock down. All six cases occurred in women between the ages of 18 and 48 with sympto...

Verizon Enters SBA/Crown Castle Deal To Quicken Deployment of C-band Equipment For Launch of 5G

As per reports, Verizon (VZ) has entered deals with SBA and Crown Castle, two-tower companies already hosting Verizon infrastructure equipment, to quicken the deployment of C-band equipment for the launch of 5G Ultra-Wideband and fixed wireless broadband service on this newly acquired spectrum. Ver...

IBM Is Naming Its Independent Managed Infrastructure Services Business “Kyndryl”

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corp (IBM) managed infrastructure services business will be called "Kyndryl" and will be headquartered in New York after a planned spinoff later this year. "Kyndryl evokes the spirit of true partnership and growth," stated Martin Schroeter, Chief Execut...

Salesforce May Soon Welcome Vaccinated Employees Back To Office

Reportedly, CRM giant Salesforce.com (CRM) has decided to bring back vaccinated employees back to some of its offices, giving vaccinated workers preferential treatment over those who have not taken the shot. Vaccinated employees will be able to work from its headquarters in San Francisco including l...

Nike Launches Nike Refurbished As A Part Of Its Sustainability Initiative

As per reports, Nike Inc (NKE) will begin refurbishing sneakers including Vapormaxes, Air Max, and Reacts, returned by shoppers and resell them at lower prices, in order to reduce consumer waste as a part of its Move-to-Zero initiative under a business model called Nike Refurbished. In order to qual...

Microsoft In Advanced Talks To Sign A Deal With AI Speech Tech Firm Nuance

Reportedly, Microsoft (MSFT) is in advanced talks to buy Nuance Communications Inc, an artificial intelligence and speech technology company. The deal could value Nuance at about $56 a share, subject to change in terms. Microsoft and Nuance have been in collaboration since 2019 on technologies to d...

Boeing’s 737 Max Aircraft Faces Inspection After Electrical Problems Were Reported On Specific Jets

As per reports, Boeing’s (BA) 737 Max planes have reported an electrical fault on a specific group of jets. The company informed that the “production issue” does not affect its entire fleet and 16 operators have been asked to halt operations involving the jet until the issue is addressed. Boe...

Johnson’s Covid Vaccine Under Review By EU Regulator After Blood Clots Reports Surface

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson’s (JNJ) Covid-19 vaccine is under review by the European Union’s drug regulator after four critical cases of unusual clots accompanied by low blood platelets were reported after taking the immunization with the J&J shot. The regulator is now investigatin...

Disney Announces June Opening For Its Disneyland’s Avengers Area

Reportedly, a new avenger themed area to open at Walt Disney Co's (DIS) Disneyland Resort in California on June 4. The area will feature a Spider-Man ride, roaming superheroes, and a shawarma food cart. The addition will come weeks after the resort in Anaheim, about 35 miles southeast of Los Angeles...

Honeywell Schedules Release Of Q1 Financial Results

Reportedly, Honeywell (HON) is scheduled to release its first-quarter earnings before trading opens on Friday, April 23, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss and review the results. Dial-in details: (800) 263-0877 for domestic or (646) 828-8143 for international. Conference code...

McDonald’s Announces Hiring Of 25k Staff In Texas This April

Reportedly, McDonald's Corp (MCD) plans to hire 25,000 people in its restaurants across Texas in April. The burger giant announced it will hire for crew and management positions in a three-day event starting April 13-15. The company runs about 14,000 restaurants in the United States and hires thousa...

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) Announced Prelims For Silver & Gold Q1 Production

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) today announced its preliminary silver and gold production for the first quarter of 2021. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDED: Silver production of 3.5 million ounces, an increase of 7%, due to growing Lucky Friday production. Gold production of 52,004, a decrease of 12%, becau...

Atossa Therapeutics Announces Ovarian Cancer Patient has Begun Treatment with Oral Endoxifen under FDA’s Expanded Access Pathway

Sometimes called “compassionate use,” expanded access is a potential pathway for a patient with serious disease or condition, or an immediately life-threatening condition, to gain access to an investigational medical product (drug, biologic, or medical device) for treatment outside of clinical t...

JPMorgan Chase Introduces Specialized Green Economy Team Supporting Environment Friendly Companies

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) Commercial Banking has launched the new Green Economy Specialized industry team, supporting environmentally-friendly goods and services companies with dedicated banking services and expertise. Brian Lehman with more than 20 years of client-facing experience ...

Honeywell Makes Major Climate Pledge To Go Carbon Neutral By 2035

Reportedly, Honeywell (HON) is making a major climate pledge of becoming carbon neutral in its operations and facilities by 2035. To achieve the target, Honeywell plans to further invest in energy-saving projects, use more renewable energy sources, complete capital improvement projects, and utilize ...

UnitedHealth Group Appoints Brian Thompson As CEO For Its UnitedHealthcare Unit

Brian Thompson has been named as the Chief Executive Officer of UnitedHealthcare, the health benefit unit of UnitedHealth Group (UNH), as per reports. Thompson joined UnitedHealth Group in 2004 and recently served as CEO of UnitedHealthcare's government programs including the Medicare & Retireme...

Walgreens-Backed Primary Healthcare Provider, VillageMD Prepares For IPO

As per reports, VillageMD, backed by Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) is preparing to go public in the U.S. in an IPO. Founded in 2013, VillageMD, a primary healthcare provider plans to raise more than $500 million in a listing that is expected to happen in the third quarter. The IPO could raise as muc...

Nikkei Reports That Apple Faces Supply Issues & Delays Production Of MacBook, iPad

Reportedly, production of some of Apple Inc's (AAPL) MacBooks and iPads has been delayed due to a global component shortage. Chip shortages have caused delays in MacBook production, and iPad assembly is facing a shortage of displays and display components. Apple has pushed back a portion of componen...

Chinook Therapeutics Provides Business Update and Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Financial Results

Chinook Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: KDNY), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of precision medicines for kidney diseases, today provided a business update and reported financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2020. “We are executi...

Apple CEO Tim Cook On Augmented Reality, Self-driving Cars & Retirement

Apple (AAPL) CEO Tim Cook's recent podcast interview with the New York Times discussed how artificial intelligence and augmented reality are significant for the company's growth in the future. The CEO spoke on the company’s interest in autonomy and its underlying benefits for several products, an...

Goldman Sachs Preparing London Staff To Return Office

As per reports, Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS) is preparing the return for hundreds of staff back in its London office, after Easter Break, as companies now expect normal working conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly 200 of Goldman's 6,000 London employees are expected to return to the offic...

Boeing 737 MAX Planes Allowed To Transit In Vietnam After Ban Lift

Reportedly, Vietnam has allowed Boeing (BA) 737 Max planes to transit in the country after they were suspended in 2019 over safety concerns, as per the Ministry of Transport. In March 2019, the Civil Aviation Authority Of Vietnam deferred issuing licenses to 737 MAX aircraft till the cause of an Eth...

Chevron Announces First-Quarter, 2021 Earnings Call & Webcast

Chevron Corporation (CVX) is scheduled to discuss its quarterly earnings via a conference call at 11:00 a.m. ET, on Friday, April 30, 2021.  The meeting will be hosted by Pierre Breber, Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, and Roderick Green, General Manager, Investor Relations. Dial-in d...

3M Launches New Silicone Adhesive

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) announced its latest addition to a new class of silicone adhesives that balances strength, flexibility, and comfort, the 2484 3M™ Single Coated Medical Film Tape with Hi-Tack Silicone Adhesive on Liner. The adhesive is breathable, comfortable, and enables up to a seven-day wea...

Johnson & Johnson Now In-Charge Of COVID-19 Vaccine Production At Baltimore Plant After 15 Million Doses Spoil

Reportedly, The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has put Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) in charge of the Emergent BioSolutions facility in Baltimore that ruined 15 million doses of its COVID-19 vaccine. The incident has stopped British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc from using the facility and w...

Merck Acquires Pandion Therapeutics

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) has completed the acquisition of Pandion Therapeutics, Inc, for all of the outstanding shares of the common stock of Pandion Therapeutics, Inc at $60 per share through a subsidiary after successful completion of the cash tender offer. Pandion is set to bec...

McDonald’s Appoints Desiree Ralls-Morrison As General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

As per reports, McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) has appointed Desiree Ralls-Morrison as the company’s global legal operations and corporate governance. Starting office on April 26, 2021, Desiree will be based at the company's Chicago headquarters in the West Loop. Most recently, Ralls-Morrison serv...

Amgen Announces Acquisition Of Rodeo Therapeutics Corporation

As per reports, Amgen Inc. (AMGN) has reached an agreement to acquire Rodeo Therapeutics Corporation, a Seattle-based privately-held biopharmaceutical company that develops small-molecule therapies focused to promote the repair and regeneration of multiple tissues. As per the terms of the deal, Amg...

Apple To Use Tesla Batteries For Its Solar Farm In California

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) is set to use Tesla’s Megapack at its new battery-based renewable energy storage facility at its California solar farm. Apple informed the facility to store 240 megawatt-hours of energy, strong enough to power more than 7,000 homes for one day. The setup will consist o...

JPMorgan Chase Announces Release Date For First-Quarter 2021 Earnings

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is scheduled to release its first-quarter 2021 financial results on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at 7.00 am ET, followed by a conference call to review the results at 8:30 am ET. The live audio webcast can be reached on the company’s website under Investor ...

Verizon Strikes Its First Private 5G Contract In Europe

Reportedly, Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) has entered into its first private 5G contract in Europe with Associated British Ports for the deployment of the mobile network at the Port of Southampton, with the port becoming the first mainland port in the UK to have private 5G. On England's south c...

Fiji Airways Gains Regulator’s Approval For Return Of 737 MAX Planes

As per reports, Fiji Airways has secured approval from its national aviation regulator for the return of its Boeing Co (BA) 737 MAX aircraft after a two-year grounding following two deadly crashes. Its national regulator will allow flights to resume operations following additional crew training, inc...

Goldman May Soon Offer Bitcoin To Wealth Management Clients

Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS) is reportedly planning to offer investment vehicles for Bitcoin and other digital assets to its private wealth management unit clients.  ″We are working closely with teams across the firm to explore ways to offer thoughtful and appropriate access to the ecosystem f...

Microsoft Secures Multi-Billion Deal With U.S. Army For HoloLens Advances

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) has secured a deal worth up to $21.88 billion over 10 years to sell the U.S. Army augmented reality headsets set on its HoloLens product, backed by Azure cloud computing services. For the last two years, Microsoft has worked with the Army on the prototyping phase o...

UBS Predicts Big Win For Apple In The Electric Vehicle Market

UBS analyst David Vogt raises Apple (AAPL) stock to a Buy, raising his price target to $142 from $115, highlighting the company’s ambitious entry in automotive space arguing "auto optionality will offset a 'normal' iPhone Cycle." Vogt predicts Apple can capture some of the battery electric vehicl...

INVO Bioscience, Inc. (Nasdaq: INVO) Reports Yearend Financial Highlights & Recent Operational Highlights Financial Highlights

On March 30, 2021  INVO Bioscience, Inc. (Nasdaq: INVO), a medical device company focused on creating alternative treatments for patients diagnosed with infertility and developers of INVOcell®, the world’s only in vivo Intravaginal Culture System, announced its financial results for the year e...

Chinook Therapeutics’ Upcoming Data Presentations at ISN World Congress of Nephrology 2021 and 58th ERA-EDTA Congress

  Chinook Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: KDNY) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing precision medicines for kidney diseases. Chinook’s product candidates are being investigated in rare, severe chronic kidney disorders with opportunities for well-defined clinical pathways. Chino...

Atossa Therapeutics (ATOS) Financial Results & Key Developments For The Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2020

Today, Seattle-based Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in oncology and infectious disease with a current focus on breast cancer and COVID-19, announced financial results for the fiscal year ended ...

Walgreens Beats Q2 Estimates – Raises 2021 Profit Forecast

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) reported its second-quarter earnings this week beating estimates and reporting an 8.4% rise in quarterly profit due to higher sales at its pharmacy stores in the U.S. and the UK. The retailer reported a 4.5% increase in its same-store sales at its U.S. ...

Apple Invests In Steve Toute’s UnitedMasters Music-Distribution Co. Focused On Building Independent Artists

Reportedly, Apple (AAPL) is buying a stake in UnitedMasters, a music-distribution company formed by Steve Stoute in 2017, trying to undercut major record labels by offering artists full control of their music. The company assists artists who don’t have a traditional record label and distributes th...

Merck’s Spinoff Unit Organon To Acquire Alydia Health – Medical Device Co. Focused on Preventing Maternal Mortality

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc.(MRK) Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement with Alydia Health, following the spinoff of its women’s health under the new company, Organon. Organon, a global healthcare company will acquire Alydia Health, focusing on improving the overall health of women...

Walmart Schedules Virtual Annual Shareholders’ Meet On June 2

Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) is scheduled to hold its virtual Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, beginning at 10:30 a.m. CDT. The meeting will not be held in a physical location following the Covid-19 norms but will be available online through a live audio webcast, as per repor...

VISTA ALERT: INVO Bioscience (NASDAQ: INVO) Releasing Results After Market Close Today! – Conference Call 4:30pm ET

INVO Bioscience, Inc.(NASDAQ: INVO), a medical device company focused on commercializing the world's only in vivo Intravaginal Culture System (IVC), INVOcell®, an effective and affordable treatment for patients diagnosed with infertility, will report financial results for its fourth quarter and fis...

Visa Enhances Global Money Movement Capabilities With Its Visa Direct Payouts

Reportedly, Visa (V) has announced the expansion of Visa Direct with the introduction of Visa Direct Payouts. The new solution allows global Visa clients and partners to use a single point of connection to push payments to eligible cards and/or accounts for cross-border payments, and eligible cards ...

Merck Announces Q1 2021 Sales & Earnings Release & Conference Details – April 29

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK). is set to host its first-quarter 2021 earnings conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, April 29. The live call webcast can be reached on the company’s website under “Events & Presentation”. Investors and analysts can dial (833) 353-0277 o...

Immune Monitoring Technology Firm Aditxt Prepares Therapeutic Program For Psoriasis For First-In-Human Clinical Trials

Mountain View, California-based Aditx Therapeutics (NASDAQ: ADTX) is developing technologies specifically focused on improving the health of the immune system through immune monitoring and reprogramming. The Company's immune monitoring technology is designed to provide a personalized comprehensive ...

American Express Announces Q1 Earnings Release Date

Reportedly, American Express Company (AXP) to release its first-quarter 2021 financial earnings on Friday, April 23, 2021, at 7.00 a.m. (ET), followed by a conference call at 8.30 am to discuss and review the results. The webcast can be reached by the interested parties on the company’s website un...

INVIMA Confirms Johnson & Johnson’s One Shot Covid-19 Vaccine Shot Receives Approval For Emergency Use In Columbia

Reportedly, Colombia has approved the emergency use of Johnson & Johnson's (JNJ) one-shot COVID-19 vaccine, informed the director of food and drug regulator INVIMA. The government has entered an agreement to buy 9 million doses of J&J's one-shot vaccine. "In its capacity as regulator, INV...

Disney To Increase Disney+ Subscription Prices In U.S

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company's (DIS) is increasing Disney+ subscriptions to $7.99 per month, or $79.99 per year, for U.S. subscribers starting this week. Earlier the subscriptions were priced at $6.99 per month or $69.99 per year. The price hike is the first increase in rates for U.S. consum...

UnitedHealth Group Announces Q1 Earnings Release Date

Reportedly, the UnitedHealth Group (UNH) will announce its first-quarter 2021 financial results on Thursday, April 15, 2021, before the stock market opens. The company to host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss and review the results with analysts and investors.  The call will be available...

Boeing Loses Out On Missile Defense Deal

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) lost on a Pentagon contract to develop a new interceptor to protect the U.S. against intercontinental ballistic missile threats. "Boeing is disappointed the U.S. Missile Defense Agency did not advance our team to the next phase of competition in the development of the Next...

INVESTING QUOTE OF THE DAY! – John Maynard Keynes

QUOTE OF THE DAY – “As time goes on, I get more and more convinced that the right method of investment is to put fairly large sums into enterprises which one thinks one knows something about and in the management of which one thoroughly believes.” — John Maynard Keynes       Discove...

Disney Announces To Release ‘Black Widow’ & “Cruella,” In Cinemas & Disney+ The Same Day

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) has announced the release of “Black Widow” and “Cruella,” in theatres on the same day as it will be available on its streaming service. “Black Widow,” featuring Scarlett Johansson will debut on Disney+ and in theaters on July 9, and “Cruella”...

Intel To Spend $20B At Chandler, Arizona Plant Expansion

As per reports, Intel Corporation (INTC) is set to expand its semiconductor manufacturing capacity, beginning with plans for two new factories or "fabs" at the company’s Ocotillo campus in Chandler, AZ. Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger announced the news during Intel’s global "Intel Unleashed: Engineerin...

P&G To Release Q3 2020/21 Earnings On April 20

Reportedly, The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) is scheduled to release its third-quarter earnings at 8:30 a.m. ET on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Interested parties can access the live audio webcast at www.pginvestor.com, starting at 8:30 a.m. ET. The Procter & Gamble Company (PG), a Dow 30 comp...

Microsoft To Bring Some Employees Back To Office Beginning March 29

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp (MSFT) will allow employees to work from its headquarters in Redmond, Washington, and nearby campuses beginning March 29. Employees working at headquarters or nearby campuses have the choice to return to the office, shift to a hybrid model, or continue working remotely th...

Rebecca Herron, A Woodway Woman, Inspires Others With Her Breast Cancer Journey Through Photo Shoot

Rebecca Herron of Woodway, 52, shares her journey of her battle with breast cancer seeking to inspire many to stay strong and positive. After two months of diagnosis, Herron started her fight with the potentially deadly disease through chemotherapy. She chose to portray her journey with a series of ...

Boeing Signs $5.28B 2-Yr Revolving Credit Agreement

Reportedly, Boeing Co (BA) has entered into a $5.28 billion, two-year revolving credit agreement as the aerospace giant is facing severe crisis and slowdown further pushed by the pandemic. The credit agreement is scheduled to end on March 19, 2023. "We have no current plans to draw on our credit ...

Microsoft To Discuss Deal With Discord For More Than $10 Billion

As per reports, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) is in talks to acquire Discord Inc., a video-game chat community for more than $10 billion.  Discord, a San Francisco-based company is well-known for its free service allowing gamers to communicate by voice, text, and video. During pandemic people stuck at ho...

Atossa Therapeutics Adds $50M Via Registered Direct Offering On Monday!

Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS)  is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in areas of significant unmet medical need. Atossa’s current focus is on breast cancer and COVID-19. On March 11, 2021 announced the FDA has issued a “Saf...

Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Approved For Use In Switzerland

Reportedly, Swiss drug regulator Swissmedic has approved Johnson & Johnson's (JNJ) COVID-19 vaccine for usage in the country, following the earlier two approved vaccines from Pfizer and BioNTech and from Moderna. Switzerland has so far not ordered J&J's one-shot vaccine, while deliveries hav...

EMA Issues Warnings Against The Use Of Merck’s Anti-Parasite Drug For COVID-19

As per reports, the European Medicines Agency has issued warnings against the use of ivermectin, Merck & Co's (MRK) anti-parasite drug for the prevention or treatment of COVID-19 outside clinical trials. A similar warning was also issued from the U.S. Food and Drugs Administration stating, as p...

Johnson & Johnson’s Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Drug Secures FDA Approval – Launching April 2021

Reportedly, FDA has approved Johnson & Johnson’s (JNJ) Ponvory, as a daily oral drug to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis MS. The drug is expected to launch in early April 2021, entering a market currently dominated by big names like Novartis’ Kesimpta, Roche’s Ocrevus, and Gilen...

FAA Takes Over The Review Of Specific 787 Dreamliners Before They Enter Service

Reportedly, the Federal Aviation Administration has issued directions that its regulators and not Boeing (BA) employees, would inspect specific 787 Dreamliners before they resume operations. Boeing had been responsible for the basic final safety checks needed to issue an airworthiness certificate be...

Visa Faces Probe By U.S. Justice Department Over Debit-Card Routing Practices

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) is under investigation by the U.S Department of Justice to probe the credit card’s giant involvement in anti-competitive practices in the debit-card market. The antitrust division is probing the network’s rules for routing transactions both in stores and online.  ...

Goldman Considering Take Over Of JetBlue’s Credit Card Business

As reported in the Wall Street Journal, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) is in talks with JetBlue Airways Corp to take over its credit card program. The bank is competing with Barclays PLC, which is the current issuer of JetBlue's credit cards and is reportedly in talks with the low-cost airline to str...

Microsoft Launches Revised Covid-19 Vaccine Tool, Addressing Previous Glitches

Reportedly, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) has unveiled its new updated technology to assist government and health care organizations’ with Covid-19 vaccine management systems, fixing the drawbacks weeks after the company's initial custom-built programs were launched to perform in few states. The recent,...

Boys & Girls Clubs Of America Working With Salesforce To Deliver A Streamlined & Personalized Experience

Reportedly, Boys & Girls Clubs of America has selected Salesforce technology to deliver more personalized experiences and programs to the 4.6 million young people it serves, across its more than 4,700 Clubs. For 160 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs have provided safe places for kids and teens, ...

NKCell Firm Cytovia Therapeutics Announced The Opening of New Boston R&D Center of Excellence & cGMP Manufacturing Facility

Chimeric Antigen Receptors (CAR) are fusion proteins that combine an extracellular antigen recognition domain with an intracellular co-stimulatory signaling domain. Natural Killer (NK) cells are modified genetically to allow insertion of a CAR. CAR-NK cell therapy has demonstrated initial clinical r...

Visa Elects Michelle Gethers-Clark As Its Chief Diversity Officer & Head Of Corporate Responsibility

Visa Inc. (V) announced the appointment of Michelle Gethers-Clark as its Chief Diversity Officer and Head of Corporate Responsibility. Gethers-Clark to be a part of Visa’s Executive Committee and will report to Al Kelly, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer. Gethers-Clark will be responsible for...

Disneyland California To Re-Open Its Doors For Visitors From April 30

Reportedly, Walt Disney Co's (DIS) two theme parks in California to reopen on April 30 with limited capacity, almost after a year of COVID-19 induced closures. Attendance will be initially capped at 15% capacity, with advance reservations and a valid ticket required for entry. Guest will have to wea...

The Coca-Cola Company Schedules Release Of Q1 2021 Earnings For April 19

Reportedly, the Coca-Cola Company (KO) to release its first-quarter 2021 financial results on April 19 before the market opens, followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss and review the results. Interested parties can join a webcast for this event at www.coca-colacompany.com/...

JPMorgan Widens Recruitment Program To Include More Black College Students

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is widening a recruitment program to include more Black college students for internships and jobs in the investment bank, commercial bank, and asset & wealth management businesses. The six-week paid, professional development, Advancing Black Pathways fel...

American Express Announces Quarterly Dividend Payable May 10, 2021

Reportedly, the board of American Express Company (AXP) announced a quarterly dividend of $.43 per common share to shareholders as of April 2, 2021. The dividend is payable on May 10, 2021. Dow 30 component American Express Company (AXP), and its subsidiaries provide customers and businesses global...

Walmart Collaborating With American Fashion Designer Brandon Maxwell

As per reports, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) has collaborated with Brandon Maxwell to design its Free Assembly and Scoop apparel brands. Brandon Maxwell is a well-known American designer known for dressing Lady Gaga on numerous occasions, including Met Gala events. Maxwell to act as Creative Director ...

Goldman Sachs Partner Matthew Verrochi To Be New Co-Head Of Fixed-Income Sales

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) has promoted Matthew Verrochi to lead fixed-income sales in the Americas alongside Av Bhavsar amid a leadership shuffle. Matthew Verrochi, with 17-year service to the firm, previously served as the regional head for the trading division in San Francisco. Mat...

Disney Schedules Release Of Fiscal Q2 Results On May 13

Reportedly, the Walt Disney Company (DIS) will release its fiscal second-quarter 2021 financial results on Thursday, May 13, 2021, after the market closes followed by a review of the same beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. PT). To listen to the webcast, interested parties can visit www.disney.com...

PROGRESS REPORT: INVO Biosciences Signs JV Agreement To Open 1st U.S. INVOcell-Exclusive Clinic

The infertility population in the U.S. is large and significantly underserved. Currently, it is estimated that more than 90% of the patients who need advanced fertility treatment are unable access it. - Dr. Karen Hammond INVO Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVO) is a medical device company focused on...

Disney’s Avatar Returns As The Highest-Grossing Film After Its Re-Release In China

As per reports, the blockbuster movie Avatar re-claims its position as the highest-grossing film of the all-time spot after its re-release in China, pushing it above the $2.8bn marks on the last weekend. China has been the top-performing film market since pandemic lockdowns. Avatar debuted in 2009 a...

Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Gains Approval From Italy’s Medicines Agency For Usage

Reportedly, AIFA, Italy's medicines agency has approved the use of the single-dose COVID-19 vaccine produced by Johnson & Johnson following approval from the European drugs regulator last week. The J&J's vaccine approval marks fourth to be allowed for use in the European Union after vaccines...

Travelers Announces Q1 2021 Earnings Release Date

Reportedly, the Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) to discuss and review its first quarter 2021 results on Tuesday, April 20, at 9 a.m. ET soon after the release of results earlier that morning. Investors can reach the call via webcast on the company’s website under Investor Relations. Alternately In...

Intel Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

As per reports, the board of Intel Corporation (INTC) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.3475 per share on the company’s common stock payable on June 1, 2021, to stockholders as of record on May 7, 2021. Intel Corporation (INTC) seeks to expand the boundaries of technology to provide the most a...

JP Morgan To Strengthen New Remote Financial Advice Offering By Hiring Over 100 Financial Advisors In Phoenix Metro Area

Reportedly, J.P. Morgan Wealth Management (JPM) to hire more than 100 financial advisors in the Phoenix metro area by 2022, working on the bank’s commitment to growing in Arizona. The new employees will be a part of J.P. Morgan’s growing U.S. wealth management business, with a focus to offer pro...

Apple Commences Its iPhone 12 Assembly In India

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) has begun with the assembly of the iPhone 12 in India. The Indian unit of Apple's Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn to assemble the device in its plant in southern Tamil Nadu state, as per sources. "We are proud to be starting production of iPhone 12 in India fo...

Disney Enters Seven-Year Multi-Platform Broadcast Deal With NHL

As per reports, the National Hockey League and Walt Disney Co (DIS) have entered a partnership with seven-year TV, streaming, and media rights that will entertain with games with ESPN, ABC, and streaming platforms. The partnership will begin with the NHL's 2021-22 season, with the exclusive coverage...

American Express Widens Its Hiring Choices , As Work From Home Continues To Stay

As per reports, American Express Company (AXP) may prefer to hire from a larger talent pool in the future from cities where it does not have offices, as most of its employees would continue working from home. "I don't think the work environment as we left it, will be the work environment we come ...

Boeing Reports Positive Bookings For February, Stock Rises

Aerospace giant, Boeing (BA) reported more orders than cancellations in February after 14 months of unrest that included the 737 Max grounding and the pandemic. Boeing managed 82 new orders in February, including 25 Boeing 737 Max jets orders by United Airlines and 14 737 Max planes for an unidentif...

Chevron’s Australia Gorgon Train 3 To Be Shut Down In Q2

As per reports, Chevron Corp (CVX) plans to shut down Train 3 at the Gorgon liquefied natural gas plant off Western Australia in the second quarter for weld inspections and maintenance. Problems were discovered in propane kettles in Trains 1 and 2 at the three-train, 15.6 million tonnes a year plant...

Disney+ Exceeds 100 Million Subscribers

Reportedly, The Walt Disney Company's  (DIS) Disney+ streaming program has surpassed 100 million new subscribers, reaching the 9-digit subscriber mark in only 16 months of operations as its users continued to grow during the pandemic. The news was welcomed by Disney CEO Bob Chapek during the compan...

Honeywell Grabs Place In Fast Company’s Annual List Of The World’s Most Innovative Companies For 2021

Reportedly, Honeywell (HON) has been named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies (MIC) for 2021. Ranked among the top five companies in the Enterprise category. Honeywell was recognized for its contribution to quantum computing and for developing new prod...

Merck Stocks Rise As Its Oral Antiviral Treatment Shows Promising Results

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) stocks soared after its Ridgeback Biotherapeutics-partnered Covid-19 treatment known as molnupiravir displayed promising results in an interim analysis of a Phase 2. Merck stock recently slipped this year after the company scrapped the development of two "i...

Travelers Collaborates With Westhill In Move to Improve Claim Experience

Reportedly, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) has tied up with an innovative technology solution designed by Westhill. Travelers customers filing property claims in select states can now help themselves with Westhill’s digital platform, allowing them to communicate with reputable contractors in ...

PROGRESS REPORT: INVO Bioscience & Ferring Pharma Agree For Increase Of INVO Company-Owned U.S. Clinics

  INVO Bioscience, Inc.'s (NASDAQ: INVO) INVOcell® is the first Intravaginal Culture (IVC) system in the world used for the natural in vivo incubation of eggs and sperm during fertilization and early embryo development, as an alternative to traditional In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and In...

Former AT&T Chairman & CEO Randall Stephenson Joins Walmart Board

As per reports, the Board of Directors, Walmart (WMT) has appointed Randall Stephenson, 60, former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AT&T Inc., as a new member of the company’s board, effective March 3. Stephenson adds as the 12th member of the board.  Stephenson retired in January of ...

Disneyland California & Other Theme Parks To Reopen April 1, With Restrictions

As per reports, The Walt Disney Company's  (DIS) Disneyland and other theme parks in California are expected to reopen from April 1 after nearly a year of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic, subject to their removal from the "purple" tier which is the system's most strict classification for Co...

Disney Gives Us A Taste Of A Post-Pandemic Economy, Shifts Focus On Streaming & Online Services

Entertainment giant, Disney recently announced that it will close 20% of its 300 retail stores globally with additional store closures and an undisclosed number of layoffs to follow, as per reports. The company continues to shift its focus towards its e-commerce business by offering more products an...

Boeing In Search Of New $4B Liquidity From Banks

As per reports, Boeing (BA) has approached a group of banks for a new $4 billion revolving credit facility to sail through a lengthy slowdown in global aircraft demand. As per sources, the aerospace giant has the option to increase the size of the two-year facility to as much as $6 billion. Boeing h...

McDonald’s To Not Lift Ban On Dining In Texas & Mississippi, Even After The States Lift Curbs

Reportedly, McDonald's Corp (MCD) will not lift dining bans for its McDonald’s Texas and Mississippi restaurants, even after the two U.S. states lifted coronavirus curbs easing businesses to operate at full capacity. The fast-food giant informed that it has no plans to make any changes to its Covi...

Moderna & IBM Work Together To Support Smarter Real-Time COVID-19 Vaccine Adoption & Management

Reportedly, Vaccine maker Moderna Inc. (MRNA) and International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) join hands to work together on technologies including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and hybrid cloud to track COVID-19 vaccine administration. The aim is to identify ways technology can be used...

Amgen Buys Five Prime Deal For $1.9B Boosting Its Cancer Pipeline

As per reports, Amgen Inc. (AMGN) will buy Five Prime Therapeutics Inc. for $1.9 billion in cash that will add new cancer therapies to the pharmaceutical giant’s pipeline. Amgen will pay $38 a share for Five Prime, the transaction is expected to close by the end of the second quarter. South San F...

AstraZeneca-Amgen Asthma Drug Shows Promising Results

Reportedly, Amgen's (AMGN) and AstraZeneca's (AZN) experimental drugs have proven to reduce asthma attacks in patients with uncontrolled and severe forms of the respiratory condition in a large study. The medicine, tezepelumab, cut the rate of asthma attacks by 56% among patients when compared to p...

iPSC-Derived Cell Therapy Firm, Century Scores Casdin Capital Led $160M Series C Financing

Philadephia-based Century Therapeutics reports to be harnessing the power of adult stem cells to develop curative cell therapy products for cancer that overcome the limitations of first-generation cell therapies. Their genetically engineered, iPSC-derived iNK and iT cell products are said to be desi...

Verizon Announces Quarterly Dividend Payable May 3, 2021

As per reports, the Board of Directors at Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) announced a quarterly dividend of 62.75 cents per outstanding share, payable on May 3, 2021, to Verizon shareholders as of April 9, 2021. Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) is a worldwide leader in delivering communications a...

Merck To Assist In Production Of J&J’s Single-Dose COVID-19 Vaccine, Snags Funds From BARDA To Expand Facilities

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) has entered into multiple agreements to expand and support the manufacturing capacity and supply of  SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19 medicines and vaccines. BARDA, the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, a unit of the Office of the Assistant Secret...

Plug Power & Universal Hydrogen Expand Partnership To Pushing Green Hydrogen to Become Cost-Competitive

Reportedly, Power Inc. (PLUG) has expanded its partnership with Universal Hydrogen Co., a pioneer in hydrogen aviation. Both the companies had previously announced a partnership to develop a fuel cell-based hydrogen powertrain for regional aircraft. The recent investment addition by Plug Power will ...

Goldman Sachs’ Head Lawyer Karen Seymour Exits Position

As per the Bloomberg report, Goldman Sachs Group Inc's (GS)  general counsel Karen Seymour is leaving the bank. Seymour played a pivotal role in the bank's negotiations to settle U.S. and international investigations into the role Goldman Sachs bankers played in Malaysia's 1MDB corruption scandal. ...

Chevron Invests In Sweden’s Baseload Capital AB, A Geothermal Development Company

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has announced an investment in a Sweden-based private investment company, Baseload Capital AB, building on the development and operation of low-temperature geothermal and heat power assets. The investment includes existing Baseload Capital investors Breakthrough...

TRIBE INVITATION: “Advancing A Unique Broad-based Vaccine Approach To Fighting COVID-19, Ebola & Beyond!”

You are cordially invited to join me at our sister organization's Tribe Public Webinar Presentation and Q&A Event which will be held today, Wednesday, March 3 (8:30 am PT/ 11:30 am ET). Tribe Public's (www.tribepublic.com) complimentary worldwide webinars are efficient 30-minute events that seek...

Mexico’s COFEPRIS Approves The Importation of INVO Bioscience’s INVOcell, An Effective & Affordable Alternative To IVF

    COFEPRIS or the Federal Committee for Protection from Sanitary Risks (Comisión Federal para la Protección contra Riesgos Sanitarios) is the department within the Mexican Secretariat of Health that deals with the importation of medical devices and issues advertising permits for...

Walgreens Boots Alliance To Release Fiscal 2021 Q2 Earnings On March 31, 2021

As per reports, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. will announce its fiscal 2021 second-quarter earnings results on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at 7 a.m. Eastern time. The release will be followed by a one-hour conference call with the management beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time. The conference call c...

Disney+ Is A Hit In Households Sans Kids

Walt Disney Co's (DIS) Disney+ streaming service surprisingly has gathered strong interest from adults who do not have kids at home which has substantially increased subscriptions. Disney+ launched in November 2019, has exceeded Wall Street expectations and the company’s forecast. Disney is known...

Nike’s North America Head Steps Down

Reportedly, Nike Inc’s (NKE) Ann Hebert, Vice President and General Manager, North America geography, has departed from the company, effective today, March 1. Ann Hebert leaves the company after 25 years of service. The company plans to announce a new head of its North American geography shortly. ...

Walmart’s Express Delivery Gets Much Easier

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) customers now no longer need to meet the minimum order requirement to get the items they need in a hurry, as the retailer removes the $35 minimum order requirement for Express delivery beginning March. Express delivery offers customers to order items from Walma...

VP WATCHLIST PROGRESS REPORT: Chinook Therapeutics (KDNY), INVO Bioscience (INVO), PLUG Power (PLUG)

The VP Watchlist currently contains 10 coverage companies that we believe deserve consideration for short term and long term portfolio additions. Here are today's updates on 3 of the companies from the list.  Chinook Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: KDNY) ($17.23, +4.17%) and Evotec SE today announc...

Green Hydrogen Solutions Company Plug Power Q4 Highlights & Yearly Strategic Investments

Plug Power (PLUG) reported $337M Q4, 2020 in Gross Billings for 2020, an increase from 42.5% year over year. It further announced multiple partnerships and executed strategic acquisitions, establishing a global platform as a Green Hydrogen Solutions Company. As announced earlier, reported revenue a...

FDA Approves Johnson & Johnson Single-Dose Covid-19 Vaccine Shot For Use In The U.S

As per reports, the Food & Drug Administration has given clearance to Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Covid-19 one-shot vaccine giving the U.S its third vaccine to prevent the pandemic. Health officials have been waiting for a one-dose option instead of two to help fasten the vaccination drive, as t...

Plug Power To Extend Footprint in New York With New State-Of-The-Art Green Hydrogen Production Facility

Reportedly, Plug Power Inc (PLUG) a leading provider of turnkey hydrogen solutions building the global green hydrogen economy is further expanding its footprint in New York with the construction of its new state-of-the-art green hydrogen production facility and electric substation in the New York Sc...

Plug Power Partners With SK Group In A $1.6B Investment To Accelerate Hydrogen As An Alt-energy In Asian Markets

Reportedly, Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) and SK Group one of the leading South Korean business groups, announced the completion of the $1.6 billion capital investment partnership aimed at accelerating hydrogen as an alternative energy source in Asian markets. The executives of SK and Plug Power had a virt...

CRM Giant Salesforce Exceeds Q4 Earnings Estimates – Updates Full-Year Guidance

Reportedly, Salesforce.com Inc. (CRM) reported its Q4 earnings this week, exceeding analysts’ estimates. The enterprise-software company reported adjusted earnings of $1.04 per share versus 75 cents per share as expected by analysts. Revenue stood at $5.82 billion versus $5.68 billion expected. I...

PROGRESS REPORT: Atossa Therapeutics Announces Final Results from Phase 1 Clinical Study Showing Safety and Tolerability of AT-301 Nasal Spray Being Developed for COVID-19

Today, Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in areas of significant unmet medical need in oncology and infectious diseases, with a current focus on breast cancer and COVID-19, announced final results...

Chevron’s New Fund To Invest $300 Million Targeting Low-Carbon Technology Initiatives

Reportedly, Chevron Corp (CVX) has launched a $300 million fund focused on low-carbon technology, as traditional global oil and gas aim to invest more in green energy and manage climate change. Energy giants are working on exploring investments in renewable energy & green technology reducing gre...

NK Cell Firm Fate Therapeutics Reports Q4 & Full Year Results While Confirming ‘2020 Was A Pivotal Year’

San Diego-based Fate Therapeutics (NASDAQ: FATE) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of first-in-class cellular immunotherapies for patients with cancer. The Company has established a leadership position in the clinical development and manufacture of universal...

South Korea’s Transport Ministry Orders Grounding Of All Local Airlines’ Boeing 777s With PW4000 Engines

Reportedly, South Korea's transport ministry has ordered the grounding of all local airlines' Boeing (BA) 777s with PW4000 engines, also the ministry has banned all foreign aircraft with PW4000 engines from operating in South Korea airspace from this week. The ministry has ordered local airlines As...

UnitedHealth Group Board Announces Cash Dividend, Payable On March 23

As per reports, the board of the UnitedHealth Group (UNH) has announced a cash dividend of $1.25 per share to all common stock shareholders as of March 15, 2021. The dividend is to be paid on March 23, 2021. Dow 30 component UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) operates as a diversified health and...

Colleen Foster, Goldman’s Global Head Of Commodities Finance Is Retiring

Reportedly, Colleen Foster, global head, commodities finance solutions, Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS) is retiring after serving the firm for more than twenty years. She joined Goldman Sachs in 1999 as a vice president in energy sales and was named partner in 2006. Foster's last role was in investmen...

Apple Has Reportedly Acquired 100 companies Over The 6 Last Years

Technology giant and iPhone maker, Apple Inc. (AAPL) has reportedly acquired 100 companies over the last six years, informed the company’s chief executive Tim Cook at Apple’s annual meeting of shareholders this week. The company recently announced its largest quarter ever by revenue clocking in ...

3M Honored As One Of The World’s Most Ethical Companies For 8th Consecutive Year By Ethisphere Institute

Reportedly, 3M (MMM) has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for 8th Consecutive Year for ethics and integrity in business conduct and compliance. The assessment included more than 200 questions on environmental, cultural, and social practices, ethics...

Walgreens Collaborating With Instacart To Offer Same-Day Delivery

As per reports, Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) has expanded its on-demand delivery solutions with the leading online grocery platform in North America, Instacart for consumers across Illinois. Customers can now order from a range of Walgreens favorites, including health and wellness, beauty and perso...

Home Depot Releases Q4 & Fiscal 2020 Results – Increases Quarterly Dividend Payable March 25

Home improvement giant, Home Depot, Inc. (HD) announced Q4 and fiscal 2020 results this week. Here's how the company performed. Fourth-Quarter Earnings Highlights: Fourth-Quarter sales stood at $32.3 billion, an increase of $6.5 billion, or 25.1 percent from the fourth quarter of the previous y...

EV Firm Lucid Motors Goes Public Via CCIV SPAC (Value $11.75B)

Reportedly, luxury electric vehicle maker Lucid Motors has announced that it is going public by merging with blank-check or SPAC firm Churchill Capital IV Corp (CCIV) valuing the combined company at $11.75 billion. The deal with CCIV includes a private investment of $2.5 billion from Saudi Arabia's ...

FAA Issues An Emergency Airworthiness Directive For Boeing 777s Following United Engine Failure

As per reports, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has issued an emergency airworthiness directive after reports of an engine failure of a United Boeing (BA) 777 in Denver was released, requiring stepped-up immediate inspections of similar planes. The directive covers Boeing 777 airplanes equi...

50+ Inspirational Investing Quotes To Consider As We Reach For The Moon!

I am always in search for inspiration as I move through my daily life, invest & create. Please enjoy the following quotes that I believe are interesting and valuable.  I will continue to add to this list as we move forward and include them in the 'The View' and 'The WeekEnder' our markets insig...

Cisco Finalizes Acquisition of IMImobile- A Leading Global Provider of Cloud-Based Communications Software & Services

As per reports, Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) has completed the acquisition of IMImobile PLC, a leading global provider of cloud-based communications software and services driving critical business interactions at scale. IMImobile manages, monitors, automate, and delivers the customer interactions that...

McDonald’s Moves To Include Diversity In Its Workforce – Set To Tie Executive Bonuses

Reportedly, McDonald’s (MCD) will be tying executive bonuses to new goals for diversifying the company and publicly releasing the demographic details of its workforce, for the first time. Under the new guidelines, McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski may lose 15% of his approximately $2.25 million an...

Verizon Foundation Donates $250K To Feeding Texas To Support Storm Hit Communities

As per reports, the Verizon Foundation (VZ) is contributing $250K to Feeding Texas to support relief efforts in communities across the state after a recent historic storm. The organization will use the funds to relieve hunger needs, which was further saddened by the storms. Verizon customers can con...

San Diego-Based Fate Therapeutics To Host Q4/Full Year 2020 Earnings & Corporate Update Conference Call Wednesday, February 24, 2021

San Diego-based Fate Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: FATE) has established a leadership position in the clinical development and manufacture of universal, off-the-shelf cell products using its proprietary induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) product platform. The Company’s immuno-oncology product can...

Nike Announces Dates For Q3 Fiscal 2021 Earnings & Conference Call

Sports-wear giant, NIKE, Inc. (NKE) to announce Q3 fiscal 2021 earnings at 1:15 p.m. PT on Thursday, March 18, 2021,  after the market closes. NIKE management will host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PT followed by the release, to review results. The call can be reached live at http://investors.nik...

Johnson & Johnson Submits Covid-19 Vaccine Data To World Health Organization For Emergency Use Listing

As per reports, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has submitted data to the World Health Organization (WHO) for emergency use listing of its single-dose COVID-19 vaccine, allowing wider access. The healthcare giant informed that an emergency use listing is mandatory for supplying vaccines to the COVAX va...

Delta Airlines Enters Multi-Year Cloud Related Agreement With IBM

Reportedly, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) and Delta Air Lines have entered a multi-year agreement under which IBM will assist Delta towards the public cloud, in order to increase its flexibility, innovation capabilities targeting digital transformation, and speed to market. IBM ...

Two Boeing Directors (Susan Schwab & Arthur Collins) To Step Down After Their Term Expires

As per reports, the board of Boeing Company (BA) informed that two veteran directors Susan Schwab and Arthur Collins will step down from the board after their term expire. Both the directors will not stand for re-election at the company's Annual Meeting of Shareholders. A former chairman and chief ...

Coca-Cola Confirms 59th Consecutive Annual Dividend Increase

Reportedly, The Board of the Coca-Cola Company (KO) announced the company’s 59th consecutive annual dividend increase by 2.4 percent from 41 cents to 42 cents per common share, payable on April 1 to shareholders of record on March 15. The board also announced the election of Stacy Apter as vice p...

Leading North American Low-Cost Silver Producer Hecla Mining Company (HL) Reports Q4 & Full-year 2020 Results

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) is a leading, low-cost silver producer with operating silver mines in Alaska (Greens Creek), Idaho (Lucky Friday), and Mexico (San Sebastian) and is a growing gold producer with operating mines in Quebec, Canada (Casa Berardi) and Nevada (Fire Creek). In addition to i...

Walmart Reports Strong Q4 Revenue Growth But Saw Increased Costs

Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) reported improved Q4 revenue driven by strong e-commerce growth that increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there was an increase in costs due to a pay hike for its frontline workers. The retailer reported adjusted EPS of $1.39 versus $1.50 estimate, revenue stoo...

Iowa Withdraws From Microsoft’s COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling Software Deal

As per reports, Iowa is backing out of a plan to use Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) software for registering and scheduling patients for the Covid-19 vaccinations. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced the news at a conference, this week. He said state officials concluded it would be too hard to combine exis...

Elon Musk’s SpaceX Value Jumps To $74B As It Raises $850M To Push Starlink & Starship Rocket Initiatives

As per reports, Elon Musk’s SpaceX has raised $850 million in equity funding last week sending the company’s valuation to $74 billion. SpaceX is simultaneously developing and investing in its two ambitious and capital-intensive projects Starlink and Starship rocket. Starlink is a highly anticip...

Travelers Secures Score of 100 on 2021 Corporate Equality Index

Reportedly, The Travelers Companies, Inc. (TRV) has secured a score of 100 on the 2021 Corporate Equality Index, maintaining its position for the sixth consecutive year as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality. Corporate Equality Index (CEI) is a national benchmarking tool monitored by the Human R...

Warren Buffett Discloses Increased Stake In Verizon, Chevron & More

Reportedly, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway disclosed its new stake in Verizon Communications (VZ) with 147.6 million shares, a stake valued at around $8.6 billion at the end of 2020, according to a 13-F securities filing making it the 6th largest position in its portfolio. Berkshire Hathaway ...

Plug Power & ACCIONA Enter A Joint Venture Building Green Hydrogen Platform For Iberia

As per reports, Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) a global leader in hydrogen fuel cell systems and fueling solutions, and ACCIONA S.A, a global leading supplier of sustainable infrastructure solutions have entered a 50-50 joint-venture to be headquartered in Madrid. The Joint Venture will be a leading green ...

TALEN® Gene-Edited iPSC-Derived Natural Killer Cells To Be Developed By Cytovia Therapeutics & Cellectis (NASDAQ: CLLS) Partnership

Chimeric Antigen Receptors (CAR) are fusion proteins that combine an extracellular antigen recognition domain with an intracellular co-stimulatory signaling domain. Natural Killer (NK) cells are modified genetically to allow insertion of a CAR. CAR-NK cell therapy has demonstrated initial clinical r...

The Home Depot Allocates $1M To Assist Campus Improvements At Historically Black Colleges & Universities

As per reports, The Home Depot (HD) to contribute $1 million in charity with its annual Retool Your School program to support campus improvements at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Retool Your School program, established in 2009 program promotes Historically Black Colleges and Universi...

Goldman Launches Marcus Invest An Automated Wealth-Management Platform

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) is launching an automated wealth-management platform responsible to rebalance and allocate customers' wealth across portfolios of bonds and stocks. The bank informed consumers can open an account with Marcus Invest with a minimum of $1,000 and will be charge...

Astronauts At The International Space Station Proceed With Testing Boeing’s Virus-fighting Surface Coating

As per reports, astronauts at the International Space Station (ISS) are conducting series of experiments with an antimicrobial surface coating designed by the joint research project including Boeing (BA) and the University of Queensland to fight the spread of viruses and bacteria, including the Eart...

bp Collaborates With IBM Quantum Network Encouraging Use Of Quantum Computing In Energy

As per reports, bp has joined the IBM Quantum Network (IBM) to enhance the use of quantum computing in the energy industry. As an industry partner, bp will have access to IBM's quantum expertise, software, and cloud-based access to the largest universal quantum system available with a premium 65-qub...

S&P Lowers Grades Chevron & Exxon Regarding Climate Risk

As per reports, S&P Global Ratings has lowered credit ratings of top U.S. oil producers including Chevron Corp (CVX), Exxon Mobil Corp, and ConocoPhillips, slipping the ratings to 'AA-,' due to the rising risk from energy transition and volatile commodity prices. The oil sector posted billions ...

PROGRESS REPORT: NeuBase Therapeutics (NBSE) Reports Financial Results for Q1 Fiscal Year 2021

Pittsburgh-based NeuBase Therapeutics (NASDAQ: NBSE) is a biotechnology company accelerating the genetic revolution using a new class of synthetic medicines which have been shown to be able to increase, decrease and change gene function, as appropriate, to resolve causal genetic defects in living sy...

Honeywell To Pay Quarterly Dividend On March 12

As per reports, Honeywell (HON) will pay a quarterly dividend of $0.93 per share on the outstanding common stock, to all shareholders as of February 26, 2021. The dividend is to be paid on March 12, 2021, as announced by the company's Board of Directors. Honeywell, a Fortune 100 technology company ...

North America’s Leading Online Grocery Platform, Instacart Acquires 250 Patents From IBM

Reportedly, Instacart, the leading online grocery platform in North America, has acquired over 250 patents from International Business Machines Corporation (IBM). Both IBM and Instacart have entered into a mutual patent cross-license. The deal allows Instacart to strengthen its own patent portfolio,...

Disney Surprises With Massive Rise In Disney+ Subscribers In Q1

The Walt Disney Company (DIS) reported its fiscal first-quarter earnings, riding high on its streaming services. Disney+ subscribers jumped to 94.9 million as of Jan. 2, an increase of 9% from 86.8 million on Dec. 2 and 258% from a year ago. The service is expected to post a bigger revenue boost in...

Nike Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

As per reports, Nike Inc. (NKE) will pay a quarterly cash dividend of $.275 per share to all outstanding common stock shareholders of Class A & Class B as of March 1, 2021. The dividend is to be paid on April 1, 2021, as announced by the company's Board of Directors. NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is the wor...

Home Depot Schedules Q4 & Fiscal 2020 Earnings Conference Call On February 23

The Home Depot (HD) to release its fourth-quarter & fiscal 2020 Earnings Conference Call at 9 a.m ET on Tuesday, February 23. A webcast of the call can be reached at http://ir.homedepot.com/events-and-presentations under the icon Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call. The same will be archived...

Boeing’s B. Marc Allen Joins P&G Board Of Directors

Reportedly, the Board of Procter & Gamble Company (PG) has appointed B. Marc Allen, chief strategy officer and senior VP of Strategy & Corporate Development at Boeing Company to its Board of Directors, effective February 10, 2021. Mr. Allen has been with Boeing since 2007 and is responsible ...

Coca-Cola Announces Q4 Earnings, Cost-Cut Helps The Beverage Giant MoveThrough Pandemic Times

Beverage Giant, Coca Cola (KO) reported Q4 earnings this week, exceeding estimates but realized lower revenues as the business has suffered due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Company worked on its workforce restructuring and slimmed down its portfolio to deal with the crisis. The company recorded ...

Apple’s Tim Cook’s Understands The World Better Than Many Others

Team Player, problem Solver, a sensible player, and a design genius Apple (AAPL) CEO Tim Cook took over from Steve Jobs on 25 August 2011 from his previous position as COO leading Apple to become a $2.3 Trillion unbeatable company. “Tim may not be able to design a product like Steve. But Tim un...

A Letter From Atossa Therapeutics (NASDAQ: ATOS) President and CEO Dr. Steven C. Quay M.D., Ph.D.

  Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in areas of significant unmet medical need in oncology and infectious diseases, with a current focus on breast cancer and COVID-19. Atossa Therapeutics (NASDAQ: ATOS) P...

Coca-Cola Introduces 100% Recycled Plastic Bottles In U.S.

As per reports, The Coca-Cola Company (KO) is introducing sodas in bottles made from 100% recycled plastic material in the United States, reducing its use of new plastic by more than 20% across its North American portfolio compared with 2018. The soda and beverage giant has been criticized for being...

Cisco Releases Q2 Earnings

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) reported second-quarter earnings this week, exceeding analyst estimates. The technology giant's earnings rose 2% to 79 cents a share from a year earlier. Revenue stood at $12 billion, nearly flat versus the year-earlier period. Analysts had expected Cisco earnings of 76 ce...

Plug Power $2B+ Raise Pushes Total Cash Balance To Over $5B

As per reports, the leader in a provider of hydrogen engines and fueling solutions enabling e-mobility, Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) recently announced the completion of its previously announced upsized offering of 32,200,000 shares including the underwriters with an option to purchase an additional 4,200...

Tesla’s Interesting $1.5B Investment & Willingness To Accept Bitcoin Payments

Reportedly, electric car maker Tesla (TSLA) has invested $1.5B in Bitcoin and will also soon start accepting payments for its cars in Bitcoin "subject to applicable laws and initially on a limited basis," making it the first S&P 500 company to invest in Bitcoin. Last month, a change in investmen...

Visa’s US Consumer Credit Account Holders Can Now Enjoy Benefits With NortonLifeLock

As per reports, Visa Inc. (V) has announced the availability of a new benefit for its Visa consumer credit account holders in the U.S. Consumers holding Visa Infinite, Visa Signature, or Visa Traditional credit cards can now enroll and enjoy benefits of complementary offers and discounts on product...

JP Morgan Appoints Simone Haslinger & Jonas Troeber to Head Australian & New Zealand Equity Capital Markets

Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has appointed Simone Haslinger and Jonas Troeber to head its Australian and New Zealand equity capital markets units, replacing Jabe Jerram and Dyson Bowditch who left the bank recently to join Barrenjoey Capital. Haslinger has been with JPMorgan in 2010 an...

American Express Pushes Uber Perks To Gold Card

Reportedly, American Express Co (AXP) is twisting the rewards on its Gold card as the credit card giant strives to retain its affluent customers. Customers holding a $250-a-year card will now receive a $10 monthly credit for purchases made with Uber Technologies Inc including their rides or food del...

Coca-Cola’s South African Bottler To Revise Black Ownership Stake To 20%

As per reports, Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) will increase the stake held by black empowerment investors and employees in the company to 20%, in a bid to meet merger conditions specified by competition authorities. The Coca-Cola Company and SABMiller Plc reached an agreement in 2014, un...

Chevron Offers To Acquire The Balance of Noble Midstream Partners LP

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has offered to buy the shares of Noble Midstream Partners LP that it does not already own for about $422 million, further tightening the integrated relationship. Chevron owns a majority of Noble Midstream with a 62% stake following its last year’s acquisition ...

Walmart Continues To Strenghten Digital Ad Business Via Acquisition of PaperG

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) to acquire the technology and assets of PaperG Inc., which does business as Thunder Industries and uses automation to create digital ads. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The deal does not include Thunder's existing customer contracts but includes a major ...

Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Awaits FDA Authorization

Reportedly, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has submitted its single-shot coronavirus vaccine for emergency use with the Food and Drug Administration for authorization. If authorized, the company plans to supply the U.S. with 100 million doses in the first half of 2021, also it expects to begin shipment...

Merck Releases Q4 Earnings Below Estimates

Merck & Co. Inc.  (MRK) reports disappointing quarter results with coronavirus pandemic impacting $400 million on fourth-quarter sales. Sales increased 5% to $12.51 billion but missed analyst forecasts for $12.67 billion. Adjusted earnings came in at $1.32 per share missing estimates of $1.38 p...

Salesforce Schedules Q4 & Full Year Fiscal 2021 Results On Feb 25

Reportedly, Salesforce to announce its Q4 and fiscal 2021 financial results on Thursday, February 25, 2021, after the market closes. Salesforce to conduct a conference call to review and discuss its financial results with investors at 2:00 p.m. (PT) / 5:00 p.m. (ET).  The live webcast of the call a...

Merck CEO, Kenneth C. Frazier To Step Down – Board Elects CFO Robert M. Davis As Successor

As per reports, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) chairman and chief executive officer, Kenneth C. Frazier will retire as CEO, effective June 30, 2021, but will continue to serve on Merck’s board of directors as executive chairman, for a transition period yet to be determined by the board. The board o...

UnitedHealthcare Enters The Oklahoma Medicaid Market With SoonerSelect

Reportedly, the Oklahoma Health Care Authority has selected the UnitedHealthcare (UNH) Community Plan of Oklahoma to administer SoonerSelect, its statewide Medicaid program starting later this year. UnitedHealthcare will work with the state offering self-management care solutions and improving the ...

FDA Grants Rare Pediatric Disease Designation to Precision Medicine Firm Chinook Therapeutics’ CHK-336 For Primary Hyperoxaluria (PH)

  Hyperoxalurias, including PH, are diseases caused by excess oxalate, a potentially toxic metabolite typically filtered by the kidneys and excreted as a waste product in urine. Symptoms of PH include recurrent kidney stones, severe pain, blood in the urine and urinary tract infections; which when...

Amgen Releases Q4 Earnings – Lowers 2021 Outlook Below Estimates

U.S. biotech, Amgen (AMGN) announced a higher-than-expected profit for the fourth quarter reporting adjusted earnings per share of $3.81 beating the analyst estimate by 41 cents. Net profit for the quarter dropped 3% to $2.76 per share. Revenue increased 7% to $6.6 billion. Sales of rheumatoid arthr...

3M Announces Increase In Quarterly Dividend For 63rd Consecutive Year

Reportedly, the board of 3M announced its common stock dividend of $1.48 per share for the first quarter of 2021, to be paid on March 12, 2021, to shareholders at the close of business on February 12, 2021. The dividend is an increase of 1 percent over the quarterly dividend paid in 2020 marking it ...

The Home Depot Opens 1.5 million-square-foot Distribution Center In Dallas Creating 1,500 New Jobs

Reportedly, The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) has opened a new 1.5 million-square-foot distribution center in Dallas to fulfill its online orders and store orders. The store is designed to meet customers' delivery needs through various channels, including delivering items directly to customers' homes or fo...

Caterpillar Completes Acquisition Of Weir Oil & Gas, Introduces SPM Oil & Gas

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) has completed the acquisition of the Oil & Gas Division, "Weir Oil & Gas" of the Weir Group PLC, a Scotland-based global engineering business. SPM Oil & Gas, Headquartered near Fort Worth, Texas will continue to produce flow iron, a full line of pumps,...

Disney To Makeover Its Jungle Cruise Ride Over Critics Opinion Of Racist Depiction

As per reports, Disney’s (DIS) Jungle Cruise ride in California and Florida to get a makeover after critics accused the Jungle Cruise of displaying "negative depictions" of some cultures. Disney informed that the riverboat attraction would be updated to "reflect and value the diversity of the worl...

Caterpillar Posts Promising Q4 Results

Reportedly, Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) reported Q4 earnings recently beating analyst estimates. The mining and construction equipment maker posted adjusted fourth-quarter earnings of $2.12 a share, above the $1.45 average of analysts’ estimates. Full-year revenue in 2020 was $41.7 billion, a 22% decr...

Salesforce To Launch Vaccine Cloud To Assist COVID-19 Vaccination Drive

As per reports, Salesforce Inc. (CRM) will launch Vaccine Cloud to assist healthcare providers and the government to globally record, manage, maintain records of COVID-19 vaccinations digitally. The vaccine Cloud will assist people to register and schedule for their vaccine shots, share their vaccin...

Chevron Reports Q4 Losses Of $11 Million

U.S Oil Giant, Chevron Corporation (CVX) reported Q4 results with an $11 million loss pushed by acquisition costs, low margins on fuel, and foreign currency effects.  The company was, however, quick to respond to the crisis last year as it reduced 15% of its global workforce, cut down new project o...

Breast Cancer & COVID-19 Focused Atossa Therapeutics Receives Another $21M & Presenting Feb.2 At Tribe Public

Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:ATOS), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in areas of significant unmet medical need with a current focus on breast cancer and COVID-19, announced that it has received $21 million from the exercise of outs...

Walmart To Bolster Its Advertising Business, Eyeing Its Rival Amazon

As per reports, Walmart Inc. (WMT) is planning to expand its advertising business by adding space for its ads at its U.S. stores along with sharing its massive shopper data with brands. The retailer is looking to challenge its rival Amazon.com Inc. as a media powerhouse, with its vision of achieving...

Visa Beats Q1 Estimates As Holiday Shopping Revives Consumers Spending

Visa Inc. (V) reports quarterly profits, beating Wall Street estimates and witnessing a surge in online shopping during Christmas and New Year holidays, a much-needed recovery in payment volumes from the coronavirus-driven slump. U.S. holiday sales increased 8.3% last year to record their best growt...

McDonald’s Earnings Disappoint, As Extended Lockdown Flattened Sales

McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) reported quarterly profit and revenue this week, much below market estimates as the second round of pandemic lockdowns were announced in parts of Europe, hurting the business and affecting the company’s sales growth in the U.S. market too. The burger giant informed t...

NeuBase Therapeutics’ Acquisition Of Gene Modulating Technology Believed To Extend Ability Of Existing Tech Platform To Directly Modulate The Human Genome

Today, Pittsburgh-based NeuBase Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: NBSE), a biotechnology company accelerating the genetic revolution using a new class of synthetic medicines to drug the genome, announced the execution of a binding agreement to acquire infrastructure, programs and intellectual property for...

American Express Elects Thomas J. Baltimore, President of Park Hotels & Resorts Inc., To Its Board

Reportedly, Thomas J. Baltimore, Jr., Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and President of Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. has been elected to be a part of the American Express (AXP), Board of Directors effective January 27, 2021. Mr. Baltimore was elected Chairman of the Park Hotels & Resorts’ ...

Chevron Announces Quarterly Dividend Date

The Board of Chevron Corporation (CVX) announced a quarterly dividend of one dollar and twenty-nine cents ($1.29) per share to all common stockholders at the close of business on February 17, 2021, payable on March 10, 2021. Dow 30 component Chevron Corporation (CVX), through its subsidiaries, en...

JPMorgan Chase To Offer Digital Consumer Banking In in Canary Wharf, London

JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) is set to launch a digital retail bank under its Chase brand with headquarters in Canary Wharf, London with a contact center in Edinburgh. The bank will provide products and features tailored to meet the needs of customers in the U.K., delivered via an innovative mobile...

Verizon Reports Q4 Earnings, Stays Bullish On 2021 Outlook

Verizon Communications (VZ)  reported their Q4r earnings beating market estimates recently. Verizon reported an adjusted EPS of $1.21 excluding items and revenue dropped 0.2% to $34.7 billion, for the quarter ending December 31.  Verizon Media revenue increased by 11.4% to $2.3 billion on better-...

Apple Reports Strong Holiday-Quarter Earnings With Improved Wearables & iPhone Sales

iPhone maker, Apple Inc. (AAPL) reported strong earnings for the holiday quarter thanks to strong sales of iPhones, wearables, and services. The company earned $1.68 a share on sales of $111.44 billion in its fiscal first-quarter ending December 26. Analysts expected Apple earnings of $1.41 a share ...

Aerospace Giant Boeing (BA) Reports Huge Q4 losses Plus Delayed Entry of 777X Jet

Aerospace giant, Boeing (BA) reports huge Q4 losses as the company recorded numerous charges and the delayed the entry of its 777X jet. The company reported a net loss of $11.9 billion and a core loss of $15.25 per share as it booked $8.3 billion in pre-tax charges. Revenue dropped 15% to $15.3 bill...

Intel To Invest Additional $475 Million In Intel Products Vietnam Facility

Reportedly, Intel Corp (INTC) has invested an additional $475 million in its Intel Products Vietnam facility to improve technologies and further boost the production of its 5G products and core processors. The addition takes Intel's total investments in Vietnam to around $1.5 billion. "Intel Prod...

American Express Exceeds Q4 Estimates & Hoping For More

American Express (AXP) beat the Q4 estimates, reporting an EPS of $1.75 on revenue of $9.35 billion, beating estimates at $1.26 a share. Consumer service revenue dropped 14% to $5.5 billion. Commercial services revenue decreased 20% to $2.7 billion. Merchant and network services revenue also dropped...

Microsoft Beat Q2 Earnings Estimates On Strength Of Cloud & Personal Computing Strength

Microsoft Corp (MSFT) topped second-quarter 2021 earnings, exceeding expectations on the top and bottom lines driven by its cloud and personal computing strength. Revenue of $43.1 billion was reported versus $40.2 billion expected, EPS of $2.03 was reported versus $1.64 expected. The company’s per...

Highlights From Johnson & Johnson’s Q4 Earnings Release

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) reported their Q4 earnings and revenue numbers which exceeded  market estimates, reporting EPS of $1.86 per share versus $1.82 expected and revenue of $22.48 billion versus $21.67 billion expected. The company’s pharmaceutical unit, also working on a coronavirus vacci...

3M Beats Q4 Estimates On Shoulders of Health-Care Division During The Covid-19 Pandemic

3M (MMM) reported better than expected Q4 earnings recently, driven by an increase in demand for its healthcare products during the Covid-19 pandemic. The company’s health-care unit recorded 12.3% in 2020 due to high consistent demand for its disposable respirators and safety products such as hand...

Atossa Therapeutics CEO Dr. Steven C. Quay & Anthony S. Fauci, MD, Director NIAID to Speak at Precision Medicine World Conference January 25-27, 2021 – “Development of New SARS-CoV-2 Therapeutics”

Seattle-based Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:ATOS), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in areas of significant unmet medical need with a current focus on breast cancer and COVID-19, announced today that Dr. Steven C. Quay, MD., Ph.D., P...

Honeywell Selling Performance & Lifestyle Footwear Business to Rocky Brands For ~$230 Million

Reportedly, Honeywell (HON) has entered an agreement with a leading manufacturer of premium footwear and apparel, Rocky Brands to sell its performance and lifestyle footwear business for approximately $230 million, expected to close end of the first quarter of 2021. As per the agreement, Honeywell w...

Travelers Ride High On Quarterly Earnings Driven By Higher Premiums & Strong Underwriting

Property and casualty insurer, Travelers (TRV) reported fourth-quarter earnings recently, beating analyst’s estimates boosted by a rise in premiums and strong underwriting. Travelers reported a rise in net written premiums by 6% to $7.08 billion. Its underwriting gains more than tripled to $513 mi...

You Are Cordially Invited To Tribe Public’s FREE Webinar Event “ALIGNed in the Fight Against Kidney Diseases” -Tuesday, January 26th (Meet Eric Dobmeier, CEO of Chinook Therapeutics (KDNY)

You are cordially invited to attend the next Tribe Public FREE Webinar Presentation and Q&A Event titled "ALIGNed in the Fight Against Kidney Diseases."  The event will be co-hosted by yours truly, John F. Heerdink, Jr., managing member fo Tribe Public and Vista Partners and Eric Dobmeier, Pre...

Intel Releases Quarterly Earnings- Bob Swan’s Finale

Intel Corporation (INTC) reported earnings this week, its last with Bob Swan serving as CEO role before Pat Gelsinger, Intel’s incoming CEO takes over. Here’s how the chip giant performed for the quarter ending December: Earnings per share (EPS) of $1.52 was reported versus $1.10 expected. ...

IBM Reports Declining Q4 Revenue, Shares Slide After The Release

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) reported declining Q4 2020 revenue falling short of analyst’s estimates. The company reported earnings of $2.07 per share, versus $1.79 per share as expected by analysts. Revenue of $20.37 billion was reported versus $20.67 billion estimated by an...

McDonald’s Board Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Payable March 15, 2021

The Board of McDonald’s Corporation has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.29 per share of common stock payable to all shareholders at the close of business on March 1, 2021, and payable on March 15, 2021. McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) is the leading global foodservice retailer with nearly...

P&G Earnings Top Q2 Expectations – Raises Fiscal 2021 Outlook

The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) announced its fiscal second-quarter revenue this week with an 8% increase in revenue driven by the huge demand for its cleaning products and grooming tools, as the pandemic continued to impact consumer behavior. The consumer giant also raised its fiscal 2021 out...

UnitedHealth Reports High Profits, Exceeds Expectations On Lower Medical Costs Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) released better than expected quarterly earnings this week, reporting adjusted earnings of $2.52 per share while beating Wall Street estimates by 11 cents, as per reports. Health insurers incurred lower healthcare costs, for much of 2020 as people avoided docto...

Salesforce Kickoffs With Investment In India’s Darwinbox, A Developer of Human Resources Software

As per reports, Salesforce.com Inc. (CRM) is investing $15 million in an Indian company, Darwinbox. Darwinbox is a developer of human resources software serving several of Asia’s largest tech startups. Darwinbox is headquartered in Hyderabad, India and the start-up has already raised $35 million ...

China’s State Administration for Market Regulation Issues Conditional Approval For Cisco – Acacia Deal

Reportedly, Cisco Systems, Inc . (CSCO) has received conditional approval from China’s State Administration for Market Regulation over the Acacia Communications Inc deal. The approval stated the companies agree to continue to honor contracts with existing clients in China for the next five years f...

Goldman Sachs Reports Strong Q4 Earnings Riding High On Equities Trading & Investment Banking

Wall Street giant, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) reported Q4 earnings recently, exceeding market estimates as they rode high on equities trading and investment banking. The bank reported EPS of $12.08 versus. $7.47 expected. Net revenue of $11.74 billion was reported versus. $10.07 billion expected...

Canada To Lift Ban On Boeing’s Grounded 737 Max Aircraft

Reportedly, Canada is lifting a near two-year flight ban on Boeing's (BA) 737 MAX aircraft on Jan. 20, grounded since March 2019 following two fatal crashes. Last year November, the United States allowed the aircraft to resume operations in the country. Regulator Transport Canada also informed that ...

Chevron Invests In Carbon Capture Start-Up Blue Planet Systems Corporation

Reportedly, Chevron Corporation (CVX) has made a Series C investment in Blue Planet Systems Corporation. The oil giant has also signed a letter of intent with Blue Planet regarding full assistance and cooperation on pilot projects and other commercial opportunities in major geographic locations with...

IBM To Acquire Taos – A Top Cloud Professional Service Provider

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) to enter an agreement to acquire one of the largest multi-cloud consulting and managed services firms in North America, Taos.  The deal progresses IBM's cloud migration and transformation capabilities, deepening the company’s commi...

Walmart To Announce Its Fiscal Q4 Earnings On Feb 18

Reportedly, Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) to announce its fourth-quarter financial results at 6 a.m. CST on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021. The retailer's executive management team will conduct a virtual meeting at 7 a.m. CST following the results to discuss and review the results, along with an update on its...

JPMorgan Reports Better Than Expected Q4 Profits

JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) reported Q4 earnings recently, ahead of market estimates. The bank reported earnings of $3.79 a share, exceeding estimates at $2.62 per share. Revenue of $30.16 billion was reported, vs. $28.70 billion expected. The firm reported having released $2.9 billion from its s...

INVO Bioscience Seeks To Expand Access To Infertility Care With INVOcell In The Fifth Most Populous Country In The World, Pakistan, With ~212 million People

Sarasota-based INVO Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVO), a medical device company focused on commercializing the world’s only in vivo Intravaginal Culture System (IVC), INVOcell®, an effective and affordable treatment for patients diagnosed with infertility, recently announced it has entered an exclu...

Boeing Elects Fortune’s ‘Most Powerful Women Award’ Winner Lynne Doughtie To Its Board Of Directors

Reportedly, The Board of Directors, Boeing Company (BA) has elected Lynne Doughtie to the board, replacing Caroline Kennedy who has resigned after three years of service. Lynne Doughtie, 58 the first woman to be elected U.S. Chairman and CEO of KPMG, retired from KPMG in 2020. Doughtie has been reco...

Goldman Inks Deal For General Motors Credit-Card Business

Reportedly, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) has signed a deal to take over General Motors Co.’s credit-card portfolio. Goldman Sachs will be the issuer for the automaker’s credit-card program with an expected start  date in  September. Mastercard Inc. will remain the network for the cards. ...

Goldman & Marqeta Partnering Personalized & Feature-rich Digital Banking Services

As per reports, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) has partnered with the card-issuing startup Marqeta to develop digital checking accounts set to launch this year. The bank expects the partnership will enable it to offer more personalized and feature-rich digital banking services to its customers....

Visa To Announce Fiscal Q1 2021 Earnings On January 28, 2021

Reportedly, Visa Inc. (V) will announce its fiscal first-quarter of 2021 on Thursday, January 28, 2021, after the market closes.  Visa’s executive management team to host a live audio webcast at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time/ 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss and review the financial results and business highligh...

Cytovia Therapeutics Partners with National Cancer Institute to Develop Novel Gene-Edited, iPSC-Derived GPC3 CAR NK Cells for the Treatment of Solid Tumors

Chimeric Antigen Receptors (CAR) are fusion proteins that combine an extracellular antigen recognition domain with an intracellular co-stimulatory signaling domain. Natural Killer (NK) cells are modified genetically to allow insertion of a CAR. CAR-NK cell therapy has demonstrated initial clinical r...

Microsoft, Oracle, Cigna, Mayo Clinic , etc. Forming Coalition To Digitally Track Covid-19 Vaccinations

Reportedly, Tech giants Microsoft Corp (MSFT) & Oracle Corp, and healthcare companies Cigna Corp and the Mayo Clinic are part of an alliance working to help people get encrypted digital copies of their immunization records stored in a digital wallet of their choice under the project called Vacci...

Honeywell Introduces Reliable, Lighter Weight Cabin Pressure Control & Monitoring System For Aircrafts

Reportedly, Honeywell (HON) has introduced the next generation of its Cabin Pressure Control and Monitoring System, all-electric and much lighter-weight with applications in both commercial and military aircraft. The new version is available now for business and regional aviation as well as tactical...

Hecla Reports Preliminary Results & Second Highest Silver Production in Hecla’s History

Founded in 1891, Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) is a leading low-cost U.S. silver producer with operating mines in Alaska and Idaho and is a growing gold producer with an operating mine in Quebec. The Company also has exploration and pre-development properties in eight world-class silver and gold mi...

Intel CEO Bob Swan To Step Down In February As VMWare CEO To Take Over

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC), CEO Bob Swan to step down from his role as of Feb. 15. Swan was elected as the CEO of the company in January 2019 and earlier served as the interim CEO for seven months and as CFO since 2016. Pat Gelsinger, serving as CEO of VMWare since September 2012 is set t...

Visa $5.3B Purchase of Plaid Following Antitrust Pushback From The Department Of Justice

Reportedly, Visa Inc (V) has withdrawn from its $5.3 billion purchase of payment-processing technology company, Plaid following an antitrust pushback from the Department of Justice. The deal was proposed in January 2020. Plaid’s infrastructure allows consumers and businesses to make payments dire...

Disneyland Creating A Super Point-Of-Dispensing (POD) For Mass COVID-19 Vaccination In Orange County

Reportedly, Walt Disney Co's (DIS) Disneyland which has been closed since March 2020 will become the first largest Super Point-of-Dispensing (POD) sites to provide COVID-19 vaccinations in Orange County, California. The facility is expected to host the operations later this week, informed government...

Walmart To Launch Fintech Start-Up With Ribbit Capital

Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) to launch a financial technology (fintech) startup in partnership with Palo Alto, California-based venture capital firm Ribbit Capital which has backed investment platform personal finance portal Credit Karma, Robinhood, and other big names in the industry. The new compan...

Amgen Announces Seven-Year Environmental Sustainability Plan

As per reports, Amgen (AMGN) has announced its new seven-year environmental sustainability plan 2027 with a commitment to achieve carbon neutrality along with a reduction in water use by 40% and waste disposal by 75%. Since 2007, Amgen has achieved a 33% reduction in carbon emissions, a 30% reducti...

Intel’s Delayed 10-Nanometer Server Chips Are Reportedly On The Way for Q1 2021

Reportedly, Intel Corporation (INTC) is soon going to launch a server chip in large volumes built with its best production technique in the first quarter. This is seen as an attempt to convince its customers that its manufacturing operations are recovering from long delays. The Xeon Scalable third g...

Cisco Secures Court Order Which Blocks Acacia’s Cold Feet

As per reports, Cisco (CSCO) has been successful in gaining a temporary court order blocking Acacia Communications Inc. from dropping out of a planned merger between the two companies. Acacia was sued by Cisco in Delaware Chancery Court last week. After the hearing, Chancellor J. Travis Laster grant...

P&G Promises To Advance Healthy Oral Care Habits Among People

As per reports, Procter & Gamble (PG) Oral Care is working to incorporate healthy oral care habits while reducing the impact on the planet through its new environmental sustainability commitments. The platform, "Healthy Smiles. Healthy Lives. Healthy Planet." in association with its oral care br...

Apple Entering Interesting Partnership With Hyundai For The Launch Of Electric Vehicle

Hyundai Motors and Apple Inc. (AAPL) to enter a partnership for the production of autonomous Apple electric cars by March with production starting as early as 2024 in the United States, as reported by a local newspaper Korea IT News. The companies plan to build the cars at Kia Motors', (an affiliat...

McDonald’s UK Holds Walk-In Takeaways Amid New Lockdown Restrictions

As per reports, McDonald’s (MCD), UK is putting its walk-in takeaway services on temporary hold as the country has imposed new lockdown restrictions following the rising cases of Coronavirus in the country. The burger giant also informed that the dine-in meals will be unavailable temporarily. Driv...

Merck Schedules February 4 To Release Its Financial 2020 Results

Reportedly, Merck & Co., Inc.  (MRK) to review and discuss its full-year and fourth quarter 2020 financial results on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 8:00 a.m. ET. Interested parties can reach the live audio webcast of the event at the company’s website under “Events & Presentation”. A replay ver...

Boeing Fined $2.5B As Penalty To Resolve Fraud Charges Over Its 737 Max Aircraft

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) is reportedly pay more than $2.5B in penalties, including nearly $1.8 billion in compensation for airlines, to resolve charges for misleading U.S. aviation authorities with wrong information related to its 737 Max aircraft, informed the Justice Department. The investigation f...

Plug Power & South Korean SK Group Enter A Strategic Partnership To Advance Hydrogen Economy Expansion In Asian Markets

As per reports, Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) and one of the leading South Korean business groups, S.K Group to enter a strategic partnership to accelerate hydrogen as an alternative energy source in Asian markets. Plug Power and SK Group both intend to provide hydrogen fueling stations, hydrogen fuel cell...

Atossa Therapeutics Announces Pricing of $25.2 Million Registered Direct Offering Priced At-The-Market

Seattle-based Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATOS) , a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company seeking to discover and develop innovative medicines in areas of significant unmet medical need with a current focus on breast cancer and COVID-19, announced today that it has entered into a securitie...

Key Developments & Future Initiatives Position INVOcell® Within the Severely Underserved Fertility Market

Good morning! I hope that all of you are having a great start to your day here in the states or if I am reaching you across the world then hopefully your evening is treating you well too.  I wanted to make sure that you were aware that INVO Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVO) ($2.99/share, $28.59M ...

Walgreens Tops Earning Estimates, Assisted By Strong Pharmacy Sales

Walgreen Boots Alliance (WBA) reported its fiscal Q1 earnings, beating Wall Street estimates driven by strong pharmacy sales. Earning highlights for the first quarter ending November, 30: Adjusted EPS of $1.22 cents per share was reported, versus $1.03 expected. Revenue of $36.31 billion was ...

Sichuan Airlines Selects Honeywell To Provide 131-9A Auxiliary Power Units For 93 New A320 Aircraft

As per reports, Honeywell (HON) has been selected by Sichuan Airlines to provide 131-9A auxiliary power units (APUs) for its 93 new A320 aircraft (entering service by 2025) as a part of its five-year agreement, marking the largest APU retrofit deal in Honeywell's history. The airline will also repla...

Walgreens Steps Up VillageMD Investment For Large-Scale Rollout Of Primary Care Clinics

Reportedly, Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has increased its investment in  VillageMD to support the opening of 600 to 700 Village Medical at Walgreens primary care clinics in more than 30 U.S. markets within the next four years, with an intent to build more in near future. Last year in July, Walg...

United Health’s OptumInsight & Change Healthcare Joining Forces To Implement Modern Information & Technology-Enabled Health Care Platform

Reportedly, Optum, a diversified health services company and part of UnitedHealth Group (UNH), and Change Healthcare, a health care technology leader have agreed to come together to improve and upgrade healthcare services for everyone. Change Healthcare will join with OptumInsight to provide technol...

AmerisourceBergen Corp Agrees To Purchase Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc.’s Pharmaceutical Business

Reportedly, AmerisourceBergen Corp. (ABC) will purchase Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc.’s (WBA) pharmaceutical wholesale businesses for about $6.5 billion in cash and stock, extending its reach in Europe. The deal includes $6.275 billion in cash and 2 million in shares. Walgreens and AmerisourceBerg...

Post-it® Brand From 3M Introduces New collection Noted

Reportedly, Post-it® Brand from 3M (MMM) has introduced a new collection of beautifully designed stationery and desktop accessories, Noted. The range offers products like notebooks, planner pads, list notes, acrylic trays, felt tip pens, and more. The new line brings the unmatched technology of Po...

Apple Adds Monica Lozano, Publisher & Editor of La Opinion, To Its Board Of Directors

As per reports, Apple (AAPL) has added Monica Lozano, CEO College Futures Foundation, to its board, bringing the total number of Apple’s board of directors to eight. Monica Lozano is also a member of the boards of Target and Bank of America. Lozano served as a publisher and editor of La Opinion, ...

Google Preparing To Add App Store Privacy Labels To Its iOS Apps

Reportedly, Alphabet Inc's Google (GGO) to add App Store privacy labels to applications using the iOS operating system from Apple (AAPL), as soon as this or next week. The new policy, a part of the company’s larger privacy push, requires developers to disclose how data is collected from App Store ...

P&G Terminates Merger With Billie Inc. Following FTC Lawsuit

As per reports, Procter & Gamble Co (PG) and Billie Inc. have decided to terminate their planned merger agreement, after the U.S. Federal Trade Commission filed a complaint last month aiming to stop the deal on the grounds that the merger would eliminate competition in the wet shave razor market...

Apple’s Executive Bonuses Will Be Based On Company’s Social Environmental Goals

Reportedly, Apple Inc. (AAPL) to modify executive cash bonuses based on progress toward the company's social and environmental goals, the company said in its annual proxy filing this week. "Beginning in 2021, an environmental, social, and governance modifier based on Apple Values and other key co...

Chevron Corporation Announces Q4 Earnings Release Date For Friday, January 29, 2021

As per reports, Chevron Corporation Corp (CVX) to conduct its fourth-quarter earnings conference call at 11:00 a.m. ET / 8:00 a.m. PT, on Friday, January 29, 2021. The event can be reached live at www.chevron.com. The meeting will be conducted by the senior leadership team. Interested parties can d...

EV Giant Tesla Recently Released Q4 2020 Vehicle Production & Deliveries

Electric Car company, Tesla (TSLA) recently reported its Q4 2020 vehicle production and deliveries that beat wall street's expectations. Its Model Y production in Shanghai has started, with deliveries expected to begin shortly. Below is the summarized report: Quarter 4, 2020: Model S/X reported pr...

JPMorgan Chase Schedules Q4 & Full-Year 2020 Earnings On January 15

Reportedly, leading global financial services firm, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) will announce financial full-year and Q4 results on January 15, 2021, at 7.00 a.m. ET, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss and review the results. Live webcast of the event can be reached at the In...

Johnson & Johnson Announces Q1 2021 Dividend Date

Reportedly, the Board of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has declared a cash dividend of $1.01 per share payable on March 9, 2021, to shareholders of common stock and of record at the close of business on February 23, 2021. Dow 30 component Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is a worldwide healthcare focused ...

Apple’s Supplier Foxconn May Fund Chinese EV Startup, Byton Ltd

Recently, major tech companies are investing further into the development next-generation cars, including all-electric vehicles and smart technologies. Reportedly, Apple Inc’s (AAPL) Taiwan based supplier Foxconn Technology Group is in talks to enter a deal with Chinese electric-vehicle startup B...

Discovery+ Streaming Service Launches In U.S On Amazon Fire TV, Roku…

Discovery Inc.’s new streaming service Discovery+ is set to launch in the United States this week on services and platforms like Amazon Fire TV and Roku. The media company has a U.S. distribution deal with Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) that will make its service available to 50 million customer...

Walmart Expands Its eCommerce Applications With Plug Power Driven Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Solutions

Reportedly, Plug Power, architect of modern hydrogen and fuel cell technology is expanding its relationship with Walmart Stores, Inc. (WMT) by supplying the retailer's e-commerce network with sustainable solutions. GenKey hydrogen and fuel cell solutions offer flexibility, scalability, and fast fuel...

EV Maker Tesla Gearing Up To Sell Model Y SUVs In China – The World’s Biggest Car Market

Reportedly, Electric Vehicle maker Tesla Inc. to start delivering China-made Model Y sport-utility vehicles (SUV) this month expanding sales in the world's biggest car market. China which is Tesla’s largest market after the U.S is offering huge subsidies for electric vehicles as it plans to cut ...

Qatar Airways Cargo Adds 3 Boeing 777 Freighters To Its Fleet Of Cargo Division

Reportedly, Boeing (BA) has delivered three 777 Freighters to Qatar Airways Cargo as the airline continues to build its cargo division with the world's largest and most capable twin-engine freighter, marking the 200th 777 Freighter to be delivered. With the new addition of 777 Freighters, Qatar Airw...

Verizon & Hearst Television Reach Agreement On Terms

As per reports, Verizon Communications, Inc. has reached an agreement with Hearst Television to avoid a New Year's Day blackout of the broadcasting group's channels on Verizon's fiber-optic networks in the U.S, including Boston and Baltimore. The agreement also covers viewers in Manchester, New Hamp...

Banco Santander Signs ~$700M 5-Yr Global Tech Deal With IBM

As per reports, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has entered a five-year global technology agreement with Banco Santander valued at approximately $700M to accelerate Santander Group's growth and deepen its business transformation. The agreement is expected to enable Santander Group...

Apple To Team With Healthvana To Track COVID-19 Vaccine Users

Reportedly, a health startup Healthvana to team up with Apple (AAPL) to enable COVID-19 vaccine tracking in Apple Wallet in partnership with Los Angeles County in order to digitize the information and assist users with their second dose notifications. The offering will first be introduced in Los Ang...

“Day 4 JPM2020 Complete & Broad Markets Rise To New Record Levels” – Vista Partners Daily Market Recap For January 16, 2020

Day 4 of the 38th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco is now complete. I logged in a few more meetings with companies in the biotech and healthcare sectors & also attended the Tribe Public Keynote Speaker luncheon event where Dietrich Stephan Ph.D., CEO of  Pittsburgh-ba...

“Day 3 JPM2020 – Momenta & IsoRay Surge – Phase One Trade Deal Signed” – Vista Partners Daily Market Recap For January 15, 2020

Day 3 of the 38th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco is complete and I have logged in another double-digit round of meetings with companies in the biotech and healthcare sectors. I met with interesting companies like CRISPR leader firm Intellia Therapeutics (NTLA) & Millen...

“Day 2 JPM2020 – Denali Therapeutics, Momenta Pharmaceuticals & Bellicum Pharmaceuticals Jump ” – Vista Partners Daily Market Recap For January 14, 2020

Day 2 of the 38th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco is nearly complete. I met with another 12 companies in the biotech and healthcare sectors including interesting companies like Oncolytics Biotech (ONCY),  Syros Pharmaceuticals, (SYRS), Prevail Therapeutics (PRVL) & man...

“JPM2020 The S&P 500, Nasdaq & Apple Soar To New Records” – Vista Partners Daily Market Recap For January 13, 2020

The 38th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference kicked off today in San Francisco. It is the largest and most informative healthcare investment symposium in the industry, bringing together industry leaders, emerging fast-growth companies, innovative technology creators, and members of the investme...

Aslan Skyrockets (+36.13%), NeuBase Therapeutics Pops (+8%), Hecla Bumps (+2.43%) & Market/Manufacturing Drops – Vista Partners Daily Market Recap 12/2/19

The broad markets dropped this first trading day in December in a reaction to the ISM Manufacturing Index report for November which confirmed a 48.1% reading vs. a 48.3% reading for October still south of the Mendoza line for expansion and this did nothing to excite the market. The S&P 500 real...

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