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UPS Rises 2.8% as Revenue Growth and Higher 2026 Guidance Boost Investor Confidence UPS (NYSE: UPS) shares rose about 2.8%

UPS (NYSE: UPS) shares rose about 2.8% after the company reported stronger third-quarter 2026 revenue and raised both its fourth-quarter guidance and full-year outlook....

10-27-26

American Tower Falls 1% Despite Higher AFFO and Raised 2026 Outlook American Tower (NYSE: AMT) shares fell about 1% even

American Tower (NYSE: AMT) shares fell about 1% even after the company reported modest third-quarter growth and raised its full-year 2026 outlook for the...

10-27-26

Johnson Controls Jumps 4.2% as Q4 Growth, Record Backlog and Strong Orders Boost Outlook Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) shares rose

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) shares rose about 4.2% after the company reported strong fiscal fourth-quarter 2026 growth, sharp order acceleration and a record backlog...

10-27-26

Freeport-McMoRan Rises 1.6% as Strong Copper Prices and Grasberg Ramp-Up Support Q3 Results Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) shares rose about 1.6%

Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) shares rose about 1.6% after the company reported strong third-quarter 2026 earnings, solid cash generation and continued progress in ramping up...

10-27-26

HCA Healthcare Falls 4.6% as Payer Mix Pressure and Lower Net Income Offset Volume Growth HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) shares

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) shares fell about 4.6% after the company reported third-quarter 2026 revenue growth and higher adjusted EPS, but also a decline...

10-27-26

Corning Slips 0.5% Despite Strong Q3 Growth and Upbeat Q4 Outlook Corning (NYSE: GLW) shares fell about 0.5% even after

Corning (NYSE: GLW) shares fell about 0.5% even after the company reported third-quarter results above guidance, driven by strong demand in Optical Communications and...

10-27-26

Boeing Falls 9.5% as Continued Losses and Weak Commercial Mix Overshadow Improving Cash Flow Boeing (NYSE: BA) shares fell about

Boeing (NYSE: BA) shares fell about 9.5% after the company reported improved third-quarter 2026 operating performance but remained loss-making, while an unfavorable commercial delivery...

10-27-26

Novartis Rises 0.9% as Priority Brands Drive Q3 Growth and Full-Year Profit Guidance Is Raised Novartis shares rose about 0.9%

Novartis shares rose about 0.9% after the company reported solid third-quarter sales growth, stronger core profitability and an improved full-year outlook. Third-quarter net sales...

10-27-26

Coca-Cola Slips 0.43% Despite Strong Q3 Growth and Higher Full-Year Guidance Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) shares fell about 0.43% even

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) shares fell about 0.43% even after the company reported solid third-quarter 2026 growth and raised its full-year outlook. Net revenue increased...

10-27-26

Meta's nearly $100 billion stock sale is a turning point for how Big Tech pays for AI

For a decade, Big Tech's cash machines paid for every moonshot. Now Meta is passing the hat to shareholders.

finance.yahoo.com 10-27-26

Wall Street Rises as Strong Consumer Confidence Offsets Mixed U.S. Economic Data U.S. stocks moved higher Tuesday, with the Nasdaq

U.S. stocks moved higher Tuesday, with the Nasdaq gaining 1.19%, the S&P 500 rising 0.66% and the Dow Jones adding 0.14%, as investors digested...

10-27-26

Brown & Brown Falls 2.2% Premarket as Weak Organic Growth and Margin Compression Offset Higher Revenue Brown & Brown (NYSE:

Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) shares fell about 2.2% in premarket trading after the insurance broker reported higher third-quarter revenue and net income, but...

10-27-26

NYSE:AMT

American Tower Falls 1% Despite Higher AFFO and Raised 2026 Outlook

American Tower (NYSE: AMT) shares fell about 1% even after the company reported modest third-quarter growth and raised its full-year 2026 outlook for the third time this year.

Total revenue increased 2.5% year over year to $2.79 billion, while property revenue rose 4.5% to $2.73 billion. Data Centers remained a standout, with cash revenue growth of 16.3%, while organic tenant billings growth across the broader portfolio was 1.1%.

Profitability was mixed. Adjusted EBITDA increased just 0.9% to $1.83 billion, while net income declined 14.4% to $781 million. Net income attributable to common stockholders fell 10.3% to $766 million.

AFFO attributable to common stockholders increased 2.4% to $1.34 billion, providing a more constructive picture of underlying cash generation. American Tower also spent $315 million on share repurchases, and its board authorized an additional $2.0 billion for future buybacks after quarter-end.

Management raised full-year guidance, citing steady tower leasing, continued CoreSite outperformance and disciplined capital allocation.

The 1% decline appears to reflect investor focus on relatively modest organic tower growth and weaker reported earnings, which offset the raised outlook, stronger data center performance and higher AFFO.

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European Investor 10-27-26

American Tower Stock Rises 7% as Higher 2026 Outlook and Data Center Strength Boost Confidence

American Tower (NYSE: AMT) shares climbed 7% on Tuesday after the communications infrastructure REIT raised its full-year 2026 financial outlook, supported by stronger-than-expected data center performance, favorable foreign exchange movements, and one-time expense benefits.

The company increased the midpoint of its 2026 guidance across several key financial metrics. Property revenue guidance was raised by $110 million, while adjusted EBITDA and AFFO attributable to common shareholders were each increased by $45 million. American Tower also lifted its AFFO per share outlook by $0.09, signaling improved earnings power for the remainder of the year.

Management attributed the stronger outlook primarily to three factors: positive foreign currency exchange rate movements, continued outperformance in its data center business, and one-time expense benefits that improved profitability. Together, these factors strengthened the company’s cash flow expectations and supported higher earnings guidance.

The company also substantially increased its GAAP earnings outlook. Midpoint guidance for net income was raised by $255 million, while net income attributable to common shareholders increased by $235 million, largely reflecting unrealized foreign exchange gains.

Investors responded positively because the updated outlook suggests American Tower’s underlying business remains resilient despite a mixed macroeconomic backdrop. Strong demand for digital infrastructure, particularly data centers supporting AI and cloud computing workloads, continues to complement the company’s global tower portfolio. Combined with favorable currency movements and improved cash flow expectations, the higher guidance reinforced confidence in American Tower’s earnings trajectory, helping drive the stock sharply higher.

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WS News 07-28-26

American Tower (NYSE: AMT) shares fell 3.3% on Thursday as investors continued to rotate away from interest rate-sensitive real estate stocks, despite the company's stable long-term fundamentals.

On Friday, RBC Capital Markets upgraded the communications infrastructure REIT to Outperform and assigned a $205 price target, highlighting confidence in American Tower's high-quality asset portfolio, resilient recurring cash flows, and long-term growth opportunities driven by expanding mobile data usage and 5G deployment. Stock is 1% up in premarket after the positive rating report.

American Tower remains one of the world's largest owners of wireless communication infrastructure and is expected to benefit from continued network investment by carriers and growing demand for connectivity across global markets.

While the stock declined during Thursday's session, RBC's upgrade suggests Wall Street remains optimistic about the company's long-term earnings potential once macroeconomic and interest rate pressures begin to ease.

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WS Investor 06-26-26

American Tower Corporation reported first-quarter 2026 results with total revenue rising 6.8% year-over-year to $2.74 billion, driven by growth in property revenue across global markets.

Net income surged 76% to $879 million, supported in part by favorable foreign exchange impacts, while adjusted EBITDA increased 5.2% to $1.84 billion. Adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) grew 2.6% to $1.32 billion.

The company highlighted strong demand for digital infrastructure, including mobile data, cloud services, and AI-related workloads, and raised the midpoint of its full-year 2026 outlook across key metrics, including revenue and EBITDA.

Source: American Tower press release, Business Wire

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The Investor 04-28-26

American Tower Corporation reports revenue growth in Q4 and full-year 2025

American Tower reported fourth-quarter 2025 total revenue of $2.74 billion, up 7.5% year over year, with total property revenue rising 7.6% to $2.67 billion. Adjusted EBITDA increased 7.5% to $1.82 billion, while attributable AFFO climbed 13.1% to $1.23 billion. Net income declined 32% to $837 million, and net income attributable to common stockholders fell 33.3% to $821 million.

For full-year 2025, total revenue grew 5.1% to $10.65 billion, and property revenue increased 3.7% to $10.31 billion. Net income rose 15.3% to $2.63 billion, while adjusted EBITDA advanced 4.7% to $7.13 billion. Attributable AFFO increased 2.2% to $5.04 billion, with adjusted AFFO up 8.2%.

CEO Steven Vondran cited strong leasing demand across the company’s global tower and data center portfolio, supported by 5G deployment, rising mobile data consumption, and growing hybrid-cloud and AI workloads. The company said it remains focused on revenue durability, cost efficiency initiatives and disciplined capital allocation in 2026.

Source: Business Wire

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The Investor 02-25-26

American Tower Corporation (NYSE: AMT) reported higher revenue and adjusted earnings for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, despite a decline in quarterly net income.

Fourth-quarter total revenue rose 7.5% to $2.74 billion, with property revenue up 7.6% to $2.67 billion. Adjusted EBITDA increased 7.5% to $1.82 billion, while AFFO attributable to common stockholders grew 13.1% to $1.23 billion. Net income declined 32% to $837 million.

For full year 2025, total revenue increased 5.1% to $10.65 billion and property revenue rose 3.7% to $10.31 billion. Net income grew 15.3% to $2.63 billion, and adjusted EBITDA climbed 4.7% to $7.13 billion. AFFO attributable to common stockholders rose 2.2% to $5.04 billion, with adjusted AFFO up 8.2%.

CEO Steven Vondran cited strong leasing demand across the company’s global tower and data center portfolio, supported by 5G deployment and AI-related workloads. He said the company is focused on durable revenue growth, cost efficiency initiatives and disciplined capital allocation in 2026.

Source: Business Wire, February 24, 2026.

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Global Finance News 02-24-26

American Tower Corporation (NYSE: AMT) announced that its fourth quarter and full year 2025 results will be announced at 7:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET on February 24, 2026.

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WS Investor 01-28-26

American Tower prices $850 million senior notes due 2032

American Tower priced an $850 million offering of senior unsecured notes maturing in 2032, carrying a 4.700% interest rate and issued at 99.685% of face value. The company expects to receive about $839.5 million in net proceeds.

The funds will be used to repay borrowings under its $4 billion senior unsecured revolving credit facility. Barclays, Mizuho, RBC Capital Markets, Santander, and TD Securities are serving as joint book-running managers.

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The Investor 12-03-25

American Tower Reports Strong Q3 2025 Results with Double-Digit AFFO Growth

American Tower Corporation (NYSE: AMT) posted third-quarter 2025 total revenue of $2.72 billion, up 7.7% year over year, including property revenue growth of 5.9% to $2.62 billion.

Net income surged 217% to $913 million, largely reflecting foreign currency losses in the prior year, while adjusted EBITDA rose 7.6% to $1.82 billion. AFFO attributable to common stockholders increased 5.3% to $1.30 billion, or 10.4% on an adjusted basis.

CEO Steven Vondran highlighted continued momentum across both tower and data center operations, citing robust global leasing demand and record new retail data center leasing, driven by AI and hybrid-cloud workloads. He emphasized that American Tower’s global digital infrastructure portfolio and disciplined capital management are positioning the company for sustained growth through 2026 and beyond.

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WS Investor 10-28-25

American Tower Reaches Payment Agreement with AT&T Mexico Amid Arbitration

American Tower Corporation (NYSE: AMT) announced it has reached an agreement with AT&T Mexico regarding withheld tower rents tied to an ongoing arbitration. AT&T Mexico, which accounted for about $300 million of tenant revenue in 2024, had been withholding payments since early 2025.

Under the deal, AT&T Mexico will remit most of the withheld rent and resume regular monthly payments for the majority of its tower leases. Remaining receivables and unpaid future rent will be placed into an irrevocable escrow account managed by an independent trustee, to be released based on either a final arbitration ruling or mutual consent.

The agreement provides American Tower with renewed cash flow from one of its largest Mexican customers while the arbitration process continues.

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Global Finance News 09-25-25

NYSE:KO

### Coca-Cola Slips 0.43% Despite Strong Q3 Growth and Higher Full-Year Guidance

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) shares fell about 0.43% even after the company reported solid third-quarter 2026 growth and raised its full-year outlook.

Net revenue increased 7% to $13.4 billion, while organic revenue also rose 7%. Global unit case volume grew 5%, and the company gained value share in the nonalcoholic ready-to-drink beverage market.

Profitability improved as well. Operating margin expanded to 33.4% from 32.0% a year earlier, while comparable operating margin rose to 32.9% from 31.9%. EPS increased 8% to $0.93, and comparable EPS climbed 11% to $0.91.

Cash generation remained strong, with year-to-date operating cash flow of $12.5 billion and free cash flow of $11.4 billion.

Management raised its 2026 guidance, now expecting organic revenue growth of at least 5% and comparable EPS growth of at least 11%, up from the prior 9%-10% range. Free cash flow guidance was also increased to at least $13.0 billion from approximately $12.4 billion.

The modest 0.43% decline appears to reflect a muted market reaction rather than weakness in the quarter itself, as Coca-Cola delivered healthy volume growth, margin expansion and a stronger full-year outlook.

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European Investor 10-27-26

Coca-Cola Stock Jumps 5.6% After Earnings as Strong Volume Growth and Higher Guidance Impress Investors

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) shares climbed 5.6% on Tuesday after the beverage giant reported another strong quarterly performance, driven by solid global demand, broad-based volume growth, and an increase to its full-year guidance.

The company reported second-quarter net revenue of $13.4 billion, up 7% year over year, while organic revenue increased 6%. Global unit case volume rose 5%, led by strong demand in India, China, the United States, and Brazil. Earnings also exceeded expectations, with EPS rising 16% to $1.03, while comparable EPS increased 11% to $0.97. Operating margin expanded to 34.9% from 34.1% a year earlier, reflecting continued pricing discipline and operating efficiency.

Growth was broad-based across the portfolio. Trademark Coca-Cola volume increased 5%, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar surged 16%, while water, sports drinks, coffee, and tea collectively grew 6%. The company also gained market share in the global nonalcoholic ready-to-drink beverage category, highlighting the strength of its brands despite a challenging consumer environment.

Management also highlighted the success of its FIFA World Cup marketing campaign and ongoing product innovation, including continued expansion of Coca-Cola Zero Zero and other consumer-focused offerings. These initiatives helped drive volume growth while strengthening customer engagement across global markets.

Adding to investor optimism, Coca-Cola raised its full-year 2026 outlook. The company now expects approximately 5% organic revenue growth, up from its previous forecast of 4%–5%, while increasing its comparable currency-neutral EPS growth outlook to 7%–8% from 6%–7%. Comparable EPS growth guidance was also lifted to 9%–10%, supported by favorable currency trends and continued operational momentum.

The strong share price reaction reflects investors’ confidence in Coca-Cola’s ability to deliver consistent growth despite an uncertain economic backdrop. Robust volume growth, expanding margins, market share gains, and higher full-year guidance reinforced the company’s reputation as one of the consumer staples sector’s most reliable earnings growers.

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WS News 07-28-26

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) gained 1.6% on Friday after receiving additional analyst support, reinforcing investor confidence in the beverage giant's resilient earnings outlook.

Piper Sandler reiterated its Overweight rating on the stock, while Truist Financial initiated coverage with an $88 price target. The positive analyst actions reflect confidence in Coca-Cola's ability to deliver consistent revenue growth through strong brand strength, disciplined pricing, and continued global demand for its beverage portfolio.

Analysts also expect Coca-Cola to remain well positioned to generate stable cash flows and shareholder returns despite a mixed macroeconomic environment, supported by its broad international presence and defensive business model.

The fresh analyst endorsements helped support shares as investors continued to favor high-quality defensive consumer staples companies.

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Global Finance News 06-26-26

Coca-Cola Gains 2.8% as Morgan Stanley Highlights Defensive Appeal

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) rose 2.8% today, outperforming the broader market as investors rotated toward defensive stocks and analysts maintained confidence in the beverage giant's long-term outlook.

Adding to the positive sentiment, Morgan Stanley set a price target of $89 on the shares, implying additional upside from current levels. The firm's target reflects confidence in Coca-Cola's ability to deliver steady earnings growth and cash flow generation despite an uncertain economic environment.

The stock's gains came as investors sought stability amid weakness in broader equity markets following the latest inflation data. Consumer staples companies such as Coca-Cola are often viewed as defensive investments because demand for their products tends to remain resilient regardless of economic conditions.

Coca-Cola has also benefited from its strong global brand portfolio, pricing power, and ongoing efforts to expand margins through operational efficiencies. The company has consistently demonstrated an ability to offset higher input costs through price increases while maintaining consumer demand.

With Treasury yields and economic uncertainty remaining key market concerns, investors continue to favor companies that offer predictable earnings, strong free cash flow, and reliable dividend payments. Coca-Cola's advance suggests that defensive sectors remain attractive as market participants navigate a mixed macroeconomic backdrop.

Morgan Stanley's latest target reinforces Wall Street's positive view of the company, which continues to be regarded as one of the highest-quality names in the consumer staples sector.

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WS Investor 06-10-26

Coca-Cola shares rise after strong Q1 results and guidance upgrade

Shares of Coca-Cola Co (KO) moved higher following the earnings release, as investors reacted positively to stronger-than-expected first-quarter results.

The The Coca-Cola Company reported 12% revenue growth to $12.5 billion and 10% organic growth, supported by a 3% increase in global unit case volume. Profitability also improved, with operating income rising 19% and EPS up 18% to $0.91.

According to Reuters, the stock’s upward move was further supported by the company raising its full-year 2026 adjusted EPS growth forecast to 8%–9%, signaling continued momentum despite cost pressures.

Overall, the price increase reflects investor confidence in Coca-Cola’s ability to deliver balanced growth through both volume expansion and pricing power.

Source: The Coca-Cola Company Q1 2026 Earnings Release, Reuters

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WS Investor 04-28-26

The Coca-Cola Company reported strong first-quarter 2026 results, with net revenue rising 12% to $12.5 billion and organic revenue increasing 10%, supported by higher concentrate sales and pricing.

Operating income grew 19%, while operating margin expanded to 35.0% from 32.9% a year earlier. Earnings per share increased 18% to $0.91, with comparable EPS at $0.86. Global unit case volume rose 3%, and the company gained market share in nonalcoholic ready-to-drink beverages.

The company highlighted strong marketing execution and localized campaigns as key drivers of growth, alongside improved pricing strategies and product mix.

Source: Coca-Cola press release, Business Wire

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The Investor 04-28-26

The Coca-Cola Company announced, it will release first quarter 2026 financial results April 28 before the markets opens

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European Investor 03-31-26

National Basketball Association and The Coca-Cola Company Announce Global Sprite Partnership

The National Basketball Association and The Coca-Cola Company have signed a new multiyear global marketing partnership, marking the return of Sprite as the league’s official global soft drink partner.

The agreement revives a long-standing collaboration dating back to 1986 and will see Sprite activated across major NBA events, international games, and digital platforms through fan experiences, branded content, and promotions.

The partnership aims to deepen engagement with global basketball culture and younger audiences, leveraging player collaborations— including Anthony Edwards—and integrated marketing campaigns to connect the brand with fans worldwide.
Business Wire

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WS Investor 03-17-26

The Coca-Cola Company reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results showing steady revenue growth, strong cash generation and improved full-year profitability despite currency headwinds and one-off charges.

In the fourth quarter, net revenues rose 2% to $11.8 billion, while organic revenues grew 5%. Global unit case volume increased 1%. Operating income declined 32% due largely to a $960 million non-cash impairment related to the BODYARMOR trademark and currency effects, but comparable currency-neutral operating income increased 13%. EPS rose 4% to $0.53, with comparable EPS up 6% to $0.58.

For the full year, net revenues increased 2% to $47.9 billion and organic revenues grew 5%, with global unit case volume flat. Operating income grew 38% and comparable currency-neutral operating income rose 13%. Full-year EPS increased 23% to $3.04, while comparable EPS reached $3.00. Coca-Cola generated $7.4 billion in operating cash flow and $5.3 billion in free cash flow, or $11.4 billion excluding the fairlife contingent consideration payment.

Chairman and CEO James Quincey said the 2025 performance demonstrated the resilience of the business and added that the company will focus in 2026 on sharper execution, digital transformation and organizational changes to support long-term growth.

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WS Investor 02-10-26

Coca-Cola stock sinks on disappointing outlook as Coke Zero, water power surprise sales increase

Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey said total spending is up across US consumers, but some are doubling down on value.

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WS News 02-10-26

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06-10-26WS News

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Wall Street Rises as Strong Consumer Confidence Offsets Mixed U.S. Economic Data

U.S. stocks moved higher Tuesday, with the Nasdaq gaining 1.19%, the S&P 500 rising 0.66% and the Dow Jones adding 0.14%, as investors digested a mixed batch of economic data.

Conference Board Consumer Confidence climbed to 91.7 in October, well above the 81.2 forecast and up from 84.2 previously. The stronger-than-expected reading pointed to improved household sentiment and provided the clearest positive signal from the day’s releases.

New home sales also came in better than expected at an annualized 676,000 in September, compared with the 651,000 forecast, although sales edged down from 680,000 previously.

Other indicators were softer. Building permits slipped to 1.398 million, slightly below the 1.400 million forecast and 1.403 million prior reading. Weekly ADP employment growth slowed to 16,800 from 18,500, suggesting some moderation in private-sector hiring.

Durable goods orders rose 1.8% in September, a sharp improvement from the prior 0.1% increase but slightly below the 2.0% consensus estimate.

Overall, the data presented a mixed economic picture, with stronger consumer confidence and housing demand offsetting softer employment and building activity. The stronger move in the Nasdaq suggests risk appetite remained relatively firm despite the uneven macro signals.

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European Investor 10-27-26

Wall Street Falls as Mixed Jobless Claims and Surging Oil Keep Rate and Inflation Concerns in Focus

U.S. stocks traded lower after the latest labor-market data sent a mixed signal while a sharp rise in crude oil added to inflation concerns.

Initial jobless claims fell to 194,000, better than the 200,000 consensus estimate and down from 200,000 previously. The reading suggests layoffs remain relatively contained and the labor market is still holding up.

Continuing jobless claims, however, rose to 1.728 million, above the 1.720 million forecast and up from 1.703 million previously. That points to some difficulty for unemployed workers in finding new jobs even as new layoffs remain low.

Equities were under pressure, with the S&P 500 down about 0.78%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average off 0.15%, and the Nasdaq falling roughly 1.42%. The heavier Nasdaq decline suggests continued pressure on rate-sensitive growth and technology stocks.

At the same time, Brent crude climbed about 2.4% to $111.48 per barrel. Higher oil prices can complicate the inflation outlook by increasing energy and transportation costs, potentially reinforcing concerns that the Federal Reserve may need to keep monetary policy restrictive for longer.

Overall, the combination of resilient initial claims and rising oil prices appears to be weighing on risk appetite, even as the increase in continuing claims points to some underlying softening in the labor market.

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WS News 10-22-26

Wall Street Trades Mixed as Hotter PPI and Strong Retail Sales Reinforce Rate Concerns

U.S. stocks traded mixed after a batch of economic data showed stronger consumer spending, hotter producer inflation and continued labor-market resilience. The S&P 500 fell 0.26% to 7,698.99 and the Nasdaq dropped 0.86% to 26,463.05, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.55% to 51,907.65.

September retail sales increased 0.8% month over month, well above the 0.3% consensus estimate, although growth slowed from 1.3% previously. Core retail sales rose 0.9%, also beating the 0.6% forecast but easing from 1.4%.

Inflation data were more concerning. Producer prices jumped 1.3% month over month, more than double the 0.6% expected and sharply above the prior 0.5% increase. Core PPI rose 0.7%, compared with a 0.3% forecast and 0.2% previously.

The labor market remained firm. Initial jobless claims were 199,000, matching expectations and little changed from 198,000, while continuing claims came in at 1.710 million, exactly in line with forecasts and slightly below 1.714 million previously.

Manufacturing data were also much stronger than expected, with the New York Empire State Manufacturing Index jumping to 25.5 in October from 7.6, far above the 12.1 consensus estimate.

The data combination points to an economy that remains resilient but is also experiencing renewed inflation pressure. That backdrop may reinforce expectations for interest rates to remain elevated for longer, which appears to be weighing particularly on the rate-sensitive Nasdaq even as the Dow moves higher.

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The Investor 10-15-26

Wall Street Falls as September Inflation Comes in Hotter Than Expected

U.S. stocks moved lower after September inflation data showed broader price pressures remained firmer than economists expected. The S&P 500 fell 0.76% to 7,745.85, while the Nasdaq dropped 0.99% to 26,934.31. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.14% to 51,597.18.

Headline CPI increased 0.6% month over month in September, matching expectations but accelerating from 0.4% in August. On a year-over-year basis, inflation rose to 3.7%, above the 3.6% consensus estimate and up from 3.4% previously.

More importantly for the Federal Reserve outlook, core inflation also came in hotter than expected. Core CPI rose 0.3% month over month versus the 0.2% forecast, while the annual core rate accelerated to 2.6% from 2.4%, also exceeding the 2.5% consensus estimate.

The combination of higher headline inflation and an upside surprise in core prices suggests underlying inflation pressures remain persistent. That could reduce expectations for near-term monetary easing or reinforce the case for keeping interest rates elevated for longer.

The Nasdaq’s larger decline is consistent with renewed rate concerns weighing more heavily on growth and technology stocks, while the relatively smaller move in the Dow suggests a more defensive market response.

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Global Finance News 10-14-26

Wall Street Trades Mixed as U.S. Housing Data Beats Expectations

U.S. stocks traded mixed Tuesday as investors digested stronger-than-expected housing data alongside another increase in weekly private-sector employment.

The S&P 500 slipped 0.07% to 7,801.82, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.11% to 27,217.00. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was slightly higher, gaining 0.04% to 51,868.87.

U.S. existing home sales increased to an annualized 3.99 million units in September, above expectations of 3.95 million and up from 3.93 million previously. On a monthly basis, sales rose 1.5%, significantly stronger than the expected 0.8% decline and reversing the previous month’s 3.2% drop.

Separately, ADP’s weekly employment measure showed private payrolls increasing by 24,800, up from 23,800 in the previous reading.

The data points to continued resilience in parts of the U.S. economy, particularly housing and employment. However, the relatively muted equity-market reaction suggests investors remain cautious about how stronger economic activity could influence the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate outlook.

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European Investor 10-13-26

U.S. Stocks Edge Higher as Brent Crude Holds Near $104

U.S. stocks opened modestly higher on Thursday, with the S&P 500 up 0.27% at 7,786.27, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.28% to 51,375.78, and the Nasdaq rising 0.34% to 27,285.85.

Brent crude was trading at $103.89 per barrel, down 0.37% on the day, after moving between roughly $102.50 and $103.90 during the session. Oil remains at elevated levels despite the slight decline.

The combination of firm equity markets and Brent holding above $100 suggests investors are balancing resilient risk appetite against continued inflation concerns from high energy prices. Elevated crude can increase transportation and input costs across the economy, potentially keeping some pressure on headline inflation.

For equities, the near-term question is whether oil prices stabilize around current levels or resume their recent rise. A renewed move higher in crude could revive concerns over inflation and interest rates, while a pullback would provide some relief to broader market sentiment.

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Global Finance News 10-09-26

U.S. Stocks Mixed as Rising Oil Prices Revive Inflation Concerns

U.S. stocks traded mixed on Thursday as investors weighed resilient labor-market data against a sharp rise in oil prices that renewed concerns about inflation.

The S&P 500 fell 0.17% to 7,788.26 and the Nasdaq declined 0.43% to 27,421.53, while the Dow Jones edged up 0.08% to 51,219.42.

Initial jobless claims came in at 197,000, below the 200,000 consensus and down from 199,000 previously, suggesting layoffs remain relatively limited. Continuing claims, however, increased to 1.716 million from 1.699 million, slightly above expectations of 1.710 million, pointing to somewhat softer re-employment conditions.

Oil added another source of pressure. Brent crude surged about 4.6% to roughly $104.83 per barrel during the session. The sharp increase raised concerns that higher energy costs could feed back into headline inflation and transportation costs, potentially slowing the disinflation process.

The combination of firm initial claims and rising oil prices is not particularly supportive for aggressive Federal Reserve easing. Investors appear to be balancing continued economic resilience against the risk that renewed energy inflation could keep interest rates higher for longer, which is especially relevant for rate-sensitive technology and growth stocks.

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European Investor 10-08-26

Wall Street Turns Lower as Inflation Expectations Rise and 10-Year Treasury Yield Jumps

U.S. stocks moved lower Wednesday as investors reacted to higher consumer inflation expectations and a sharp increase in the yield at the latest 10-year Treasury note auction.

The S&P 500 fell 0.24% to 7,800.42, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.59% to 51,219.02. The Nasdaq Composite was down 0.39% at 27,492.49.

The New York Fed’s one-year consumer inflation expectations rose to 3.9% in September, above both the 3.6% forecast and the previous reading of 3.6%. The increase suggests households are becoming more concerned about near-term price pressures, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve’s path toward easier monetary policy.

Pressure on markets was reinforced by the U.S. Treasury’s 10-year note auction, which cleared at a yield of 5.300%, sharply above the previous auction’s 4.834%. The higher yield points to materially higher borrowing costs and increases the discount rate applied to future corporate earnings, a particular headwind for growth-oriented equities.

The combination of rising inflation expectations and higher long-term Treasury yields appears to be weighing on risk sentiment, with investors reassessing the possibility that U.S. interest rates may remain elevated for longer than previously anticipated.

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Global Finance News 10-07-26

Wall Street Opens Higher as ADP Weekly Employment Growth Strengthens

U.S. stocks opened higher on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 rising 0.79% to 7,835.09, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 0.75% to 51,652.43 and the Nasdaq advancing 0.77% to 27,687.76.

The positive start came alongside a firmer reading from ADP’s weekly employment estimate. U.S. private-sector employment increased by 23,800, up from 22,500 in the previous reading, suggesting that labor demand remains relatively resilient.

The data added to the latest evidence that the U.S. labor market is continuing to expand, even as investors assess whether employment conditions are cooling enough to influence the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

Equities moved broadly higher at the open, with gains across all three major indexes. Markets are now likely to remain sensitive to upcoming labor, inflation and economic-growth data as investors reassess the timing and pace of any future changes in U.S. interest rates.

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The Investor 10-06-26

U.S. Stocks Mostly Higher as Services Activity Remains Strong but Price Pressures Rise

U.S. stocks traded mostly higher on Monday as services-sector data continued to point to solid economic growth. The S&P 500 gained 0.43% to 7,755.84 and the Nasdaq rose 0.73% to 27,388.08, while the Dow Jones slipped 0.17% to 51,092.08.

The S&P Global Services PMI came in at 58.8 in September, slightly above the 58.7 consensus, while the Composite PMI held at 58.4. Both readings indicate robust expansion in U.S. private-sector activity.

The ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI was somewhat softer, declining to 54.9 from 55.4 and missing expectations of 55.1. However, the employment component improved to 50.1 from 47.8, moving back into expansion territory and signaling better hiring conditions within the services sector.

Inflation pressures were the main concern. The ISM Non-Manufacturing Prices Index climbed to 74.0 from 72.6, indicating that service-sector input costs remain elevated.

The market reaction suggests investors are balancing resilient economic growth against persistent inflation pressures. Strong activity is supportive for earnings expectations, particularly for growth stocks, but the rise in the prices index could limit expectations for aggressive Federal Reserve rate cuts.

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NYSE:FCX

Freeport-McMoRan Rises 1.6% as Strong Copper Prices and Grasberg Ramp-Up Support Q3 Results

Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE: FCX) shares rose about 1.6% after the company reported strong third-quarter 2026 earnings, solid cash generation and continued progress in ramping up operations at the Grasberg minerals district.

Net income attributable to common stock totaled $1.2 billion, or $0.81 per share, while adjusted net income reached $1.3 billion, or $0.88 per share. Copper production was 832 million pounds, with sales of 749 million pounds, while gold sales were affected by previously disclosed timing issues in Indonesia.

Realized commodity prices were a major support, with copper averaging $6.54 per pound, gold $4,273 per ounce and molybdenum $32.46 per pound. Unit net cash costs were $2.07 per pound of copper, helping drive operating cash flow of $2.0 billion during the quarter.

Operationally, the Grasberg ramp-up remained on track, with management expecting significant production growth in 2027 and 2028. PTFI’s smelter also restarted in late August, while Freeport continued advancing potential expansion projects in the U.S., Chile and across its leaching operations.

For 2026, the company expects sales of about 3.0 billion pounds of copper, 649,000 ounces of gold and 93 million pounds of molybdenum. Assuming fourth-quarter copper prices of $6.50 per pound, full-year operating cash flow is projected at approximately $8.5 billion.

The 1.6% gain appears to reflect strong commodity pricing, improving Grasberg production and a favorable long-term copper growth outlook, supported by multiple organic expansion opportunities.

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European Investor 10-27-26

Freeport-McMoRan Posts Solid Q3 Results Despite Indonesia Mine Disruption

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX) reported third-quarter 2025 results showing steady financial performance and strong cash generation despite operational challenges in Indonesia.

Net income attributable to common stockholders totaled $674 million, or $0.46 per share, while adjusted net income reached $722 million, or $0.50 per share. Consolidated operating cash flow stood at $1.7 billion, supported by favorable copper prices and disciplined cost management.

Copper production totaled 912 million pounds, gold output reached 287 thousand ounces, and molybdenum production was 22 million pounds. Sales volumes were slightly above production levels, with 977 million pounds of copper, 336 thousand ounces of gold, and 19 million pounds of molybdenum sold.

Average realized prices remained strong at $4.68 per pound for copper, $3,539 per ounce for gold, and $24.07 per pound for molybdenum. Unit net cash costs were $1.40 per pound of copper, better than guidance.

Operations were affected by the temporary suspension of mining in Indonesia following a mud rush incident on September 8. The company expects minimal contribution from Indonesia in the fourth quarter, with a phased restart planned.
For full-year 2025, Freeport projects total sales of approximately 3.5 billion pounds of copper, 1.05 million ounces of gold, and 82 million pounds of molybdenum, assuming continued market stability.

Capital expenditures reached $1.1 billion in the quarter and are forecast to total $4.5 billion for the year, including $2.3 billion for major mining projects and $0.6 billion for new downstream facilities in Indonesia.

Freeport ended the quarter with $4.3 billion in cash and $9.3 billion in total debt, resulting in net debt of $1.7 billion, excluding $3.2 billion related to Indonesian downstream facilities. The company emphasized its strong balance sheet, positive cash flow outlook, and favorable long-term demand fundamentals for copper and other key metals.

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Global Finance News 10-23-25

Freeport Reports
Fourth-Quarter and Year Ended 2024 Results
•Solid operating performance
◦Fourth-quarter 2024 copper and gold sales volumes above October 2024 guidance
◦Fourth-quarter 2024 unit net cash costs below October 2024 guidance
•Commenced start-up at the Indonesia Precious Metals Refinery; Smelter start-up expected by mid-year 2025
•Advancing options for long-term organic growth
•Strong financial position
•Favorable market fundamentals and long-term outlook
▪Net income attributable to common stock in fourth-quarter 2024 totaled $274 million, $0.19 per share, and adjusted net income attributable to common stock totaled $450 million, $0.31 per share, after excluding net charges totaling $176 million, $0.12 per share.
▪Consolidated production totaled 1.04 billion pounds of copper, 432 thousand ounces of gold and 22 million pounds of molybdenum in fourth-quarter 2024, and 4.2 billion pounds of copper, 1.9 million ounces of gold and 80 million pounds of molybdenum for the year 2024.
▪Consolidated sales totaled 1.0 billion pounds of copper, 350 thousand ounces of gold and 18 million pounds of molybdenum in fourth-quarter 2024, and 4.1 billion pounds of copper, 1.84 million ounces of gold and 78 million pounds of molybdenum for the year 2024.
▪Consolidated sales are expected to approximate 4.0 billion pounds of copper, 1.6 million ounces of gold and 88 million pounds of molybdenum for the year 2025, including 850 million pounds of copper, 225 thousand ounces of gold and 22 million pounds of molybdenum in first-quarter 2025.
▪Average realized prices were $4.15 per pound for copper, $2,628 per ounce for gold and $22.23 per pound for molybdenum in fourth-quarter 2024, and $4.21 per pound for copper, $2,418 per ounce for gold and $21.77 per pound for molybdenum for the year 2024.
▪Average unit net cash costs were $1.66 per pound of copper in fourth-quarter 2024 and $1.56 per pound of copper for the year 2024. Unit net cash costs are expected to average $1.60 per pound of copper for the year 2025.
▪Operating cash flows totaled $1.4 billion in fourth-quarter 2024 and $7.2 billion for the year 2024. Operating cash flows are expected to approximate $6.2 billion for the year 2025, based on achievement of current sales volume and cost estimates, and assuming average prices of $4.00 per pound for copper, $2,700 per ounce for gold and $20.00 per pound for molybdenum for the year 2025.
▪Capital expenditures in fourth-quarter 2024 totaled $1.2 billion, including $0.6 billion for major mining projects and $0.2 billion for PT Freeport Indonesia’s (PT-FI) new smelter and precious metals refinery (PMR) (collectively, PT-FI’s new downstream processing facilities). For the year 2024, capital expenditures were $4.8 billion, including $2.1 billion for major mining projects and $1.17 billion for PT-FI’s new downstream processing facilities. Capital expenditures are expected to approximate $5.0 billion, including $2.8 billion for major mining projects and $0.6 billion for PT-FI’s new downstream processing facilities (excluding capitalized interest, owner’s costs and commissioning) for the year 2025.
▪During fourth-quarter 2024, FCX repaid $0.7 billion in maturing senior notes.
▪At December 31, 2024, consolidated debt totaled $8.9 billion and consolidated cash and cash equivalents totaled $3.9 billion, $4.7 billion including $0.7 billion of current restricted cash associated with a portion of PT-FI’s export proceeds required to be temporarily deposited in Indonesia banks. Net debt totaled $1.06 billion, excluding $3.2 billion of debt for PT-FI’s new downstream processing facilities.

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WS Investor 01-23-25

NYSE:UPS

UPS Rises 2.8% as Revenue Growth and Higher 2026 Guidance Boost Investor Confidence

UPS (NYSE: UPS) shares rose about 2.8% after the company reported stronger third-quarter 2026 revenue and raised both its fourth-quarter guidance and full-year outlook.

Consolidated revenue increased 6.7% year over year to $22.9 billion, with growth across all business segments. Adjusted operating profit reached $2.1 billion, while adjusted operating margin was 9.0%.

Adjusted diluted EPS came in at $1.69, compared with GAAP EPS of $1.37. Reported results included $279 million of net charges, mainly related to transformation costs and a goodwill impairment in Supply Chain Solutions.

Management said premium growth and improved network efficiency supported the quarter, with UPS entering the holiday season with what it described as its most automated and efficient network to date.

UPS raised its full-year 2026 outlook to approximately $92.6 billion in revenue, $8.75 billion in adjusted operating profit and $7.28 in adjusted diluted EPS. The company also increased its adjusted free cash flow target to about $6.1 billion.

The 2.8% gain appears to reflect the combination of broad-based revenue growth, improving operating efficiency and a stronger full-year outlook, which outweighed the restructuring and impairment-related charges.

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European Investor 10-27-26

UPS Hires 100,000 Seasonal Workers as It Prepares for 2026 Holiday Shipping Peak

UPS (NYSE: UPS) said it is hiring 100,000 seasonal employees across the U.S. as the company prepares for the 2026 holiday shipping season and targets a ninth consecutive peak season of industry-leading on-time performance.

The logistics company is also expanding technology and service capabilities ahead of the busiest shipping period of the year. UPS expects to deliver more than 4 billion RFID-enabled packages by the end of 2026, using the technology to provide more precise real-time tracking as shipments move through its network.

UPS is introducing a new Protected Delivery service for eligible shipments that requires recipients to provide a PIN before a package is released. The feature is aimed at improving security for high-value and sensitive deliveries.

Other holiday-season enhancements include greater pickup visibility, expanded returns through Happy Returns, additional same-day and large-item delivery options through Roadie, and increased automation at facilities in Denver, St. Paul, Syracuse and Portland.

UPS said its seasonal hiring will span hundreds of locations nationwide, with flexible shifts and the possibility of permanent employment. The company noted that some applicants can receive a job offer in less than seven minutes.

The holiday preparations highlight UPS’s focus on combining automation, tracking technology and temporary workforce expansion to maintain service levels during the year’s highest-volume shipping period.

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Global Finance News 10-07-26

UPS Launches Secure Commerce to Help Businesses Reduce Fraud and Supply Chain Risk

UPS launched UPS Secure Commerce, a new suite of supply chain solutions designed to help businesses manage fraud, shipment loss, delivery issues and other logistics risks across multiple carriers and transportation modes.

The offering brings together InsureShield Shipping Insurance, Parcel Pro and CommerceShield into a single portfolio. UPS said the platform combines logistics data, multicarrier visibility and agentic AI to provide businesses with risk intelligence and actionable insights before problems become costly.

UPS is positioning Secure Commerce as more than shipment protection. The company said the platform can help merchants protect revenue, improve claims handling, reduce operational disruption and strengthen customer trust throughout the delivery process.

The scale of UPS’s existing protection business is already significant. In 2025, the company protected 1.4 million shippers and insured 62 million packages, while 97% of claims were resolved within five days.

UPS also highlighted faster claims handling as a practical use case. Apparel company Buru said its claims process previously took 20 to 25 minutes per claim and at least a week to resolve, while the new workflow reduced filing time to minutes and typical resolution to within 24 hours.

The launch expands UPS’s strategy beyond transportation and fulfillment into risk management, data intelligence and AI-enabled supply chain services.

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UPS Invests More Than $2 Billion to Strengthen Global Logistics Network

UPS (NYSE: UPS) announced more than $2 billion in investments across its international, healthcare and supply-chain businesses, expanding its global network as companies navigate changing trade routes, regulations and supply-chain uncertainty.

The investments began in 2024 and will continue through 2028. Major projects include a new hub at Clark Airport in the Philippines expected in late 2026, a new Canadian facility in 2027 and a new air hub at Hong Kong International Airport in 2028.

UPS is also expanding temperature-controlled healthcare logistics, automated facilities in Asia, intra-Asia air capacity and cross-border freight services across North America.

Focus on higher-value logistics

The investment highlights UPS's push beyond traditional package delivery toward higher-value businesses such as healthcare, technology, automotive and complex international logistics.

By integrating air and ground transportation, customs brokerage, distribution and real-time monitoring, UPS aims to give customers greater control over increasingly complex global supply chains.

For investors, the announcement is primarily a longer-term strategic development rather than an immediate earnings catalyst. The spending could strengthen UPS's competitive position in higher-margin logistics markets while increasing its exposure to growing demand for resilient and diversified global supply chains.

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European Investor 08-24-26

UPS Stock Falls 5.3% Despite Higher Guidance as Investors Focus on Weak Core Profitability

UPS (NYSE: UPS) shares fell 5.3% on Tuesday despite the parcel delivery giant reporting second-quarter results that exceeded expectations in several areas and raising its full-year financial guidance.

The company generated second-quarter revenue of $22.8 billion, with non-GAAP adjusted operating profit rising to $2.1 billion and adjusted diluted EPS reaching $1.76. UPS also increased its 2026 outlook, now expecting approximately $91.2 billion in revenue, adjusted operating profit of about $8.65 billion, and adjusted EPS of roughly $7.22.

Revenue growth was broad-based across the business. U.S. Domestic revenue increased 6.0%, supported by a 9.3% rise in revenue per package as the company continued shifting toward higher-value shipments following the reduction in Amazon volume. International revenue climbed 12.5%, driven by an 18.9% increase in revenue per piece, while Supply Chain Solutions revenue rose 7.8% thanks to continued strength in forwarding, logistics, and healthcare services.

However, investors appeared to focus on the underlying profitability of UPS’s core domestic business. While adjusted operating profit remained healthy, the U.S. Domestic segment reported GAAP operating profit of just $16 million after the company recorded approximately $891 million in after-tax transformation charges, primarily related to workforce reductions under its Driver Choice Program. Although these costs are largely one-time in nature, they highlighted the ongoing expense of UPS’s operational restructuring.

Management said the company has successfully completed its Amazon network reconfiguration and entered the second half of the year with strong momentum, emphasizing that the transformation is progressing as planned.

Despite the improved guidance, the market’s negative reaction suggests investors remain cautious about the pace of UPS’s earnings recovery. The significant restructuring charges, continued pressure on reported profitability, and questions over future package volume growth appear to have outweighed the company’s stronger outlook and improving revenue trends, leading to the stock’s decline.

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WS News 07-28-26

Amazon Opens Its Logistics Doors — and UPS Pays the Price

May 4, 2026

Shares of United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS) are down around 9% today, hit by a double blow of a fierce new competitive threat and a weak earnings backdrop.

Amazon announced the launch of Amazon Supply Chain Services on Monday, opening its logistics network — including 80,000 trailers, 24,000 intermodal containers, and 100 aircraft — to businesses beyond its own operations. This is particularly damaging for UPS given that Amazon is already ramping down the packages it sends via UPS by more than 50% by mid-2026, and now Amazon is actively targeting the very third-party shippers that UPS had been counting on to replace that lost volume. (Investing*com)

The announcement compounds a difficult Q1 2026 earnings backdrop. Although UPS beat pro forma estimates, GAAP earnings were $1.02 per share — down more than 27% year over year — with a 4.0% domestic operating margin weighed down by $350 million in one-time costs related to closing 50 facilities. (Investing*com)

UPS did reaffirm its full-year 2026 revenue guidance of approximately $89.7 billion and a non-GAAP adjusted operating margin of about 9.6%, targeting roughly $3 billion in cost savings for the year. (Stocktitan)

For now, Amazon's bold move into third-party logistics has investors questioning whether UPS's second-half recovery story can still materialize as promised.

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WS Investor 05-04-26

UPS shares pressured after mixed Q1 results and weak domestic trends

Shares of United Parcel Service (UPS) moved lower following the earnings release, as investors reacted to mixed first-quarter results and continued weakness in the core U.S. business.

The United Parcel Service reported Q1 2026 revenue of $21.2 billion, with diluted EPS of $1.02 and adjusted EPS of $1.07. Consolidated operating margin came in at 6.0%, reflecting modest profitability.

Performance was uneven across segments. U.S. domestic revenue declined 2.3% due to lower volumes, despite a 6.5% increase in revenue per piece, while operating profit in the segment fell significantly. In contrast, the international segment showed strength, with revenue rising 3.8% and higher pricing driving a 10.7% increase in revenue per piece. Supply chain solutions revenue declined 6.5%, reflecting ongoing volume pressures.

The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, targeting approximately $89.7 billion in revenue and an adjusted operating margin of around 9.6%, signaling confidence in a recovery later in the year.

However, according to Reuters, investor sentiment remained cautious, with concerns focused on declining U.S. volumes and slower demand trends, which weighed on the stock despite stable full-year guidance.

Overall, the share price decline reflects market concerns about near-term growth and execution, particularly in the domestic segment, even as UPS continues to push pricing improvements and expects a rebound in the coming quarters.

Source: UPS Q1 2026 Earnings Release, Reuters

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WS Investor 04-28-26

United Parcel Service reported first-quarter 2026 consolidated revenue of $21.2 billion, with operating profit of $1.27 billion and an operating margin of 6.0%.

Diluted earnings per share came in at $1.02, or $1.07 on an adjusted basis, while results included $42 million in after-tax transformation charges. The company said the quarter marked a key transition period as it executed major strategic initiatives.

UPS reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance and expects to return to revenue and profit growth, along with margin expansion, starting in the second quarter.

Source: UPS press release

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The Investor 04-28-26

UPS and Happy Returns have expanded their Return Bar® network to 10,000 locations across the United States, strengthening their position as the largest box-free, label-free returns network in the country. The expansion adds more than 1,700 new sites through partnerships with Annex Brands and PackageHub.

The growth improves accessibility, with 79% of the U.S. population now living within five miles of a return location. The network allows consumers to return items without packaging or labels, receiving immediate refunds at drop-off points.

UPS said the system integrates fraud detection and logistics optimization, enabling returns to reach retailers in as little as 3.6 days, with an average transit time of seven days.

The company highlighted the expansion as part of its strategy to simplify e-commerce returns and enhance the end-to-end customer experience.

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NASDAQ:META

Meta's nearly $100 billion stock sale is a turning point for how Big Tech pays for AI

For a decade, Big Tech's cash machines paid for every moonshot. Now Meta is passing the hat to shareholders.

(finance.yahoo.com)

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European Investor 10-27-26

Meta Revenue Jumps 26% as AI Investments Boost Core Business, but Legal Charge and Heavy Spending Weigh on Profitability

Meta Platforms (Nasdaq: META) reported strong third-quarter 2026 revenue growth as advertising demand remained robust and the company said its AI investments were already contributing meaningfully to engagement and monetization.

Revenue increased 26% year over year to $64.6 billion, while Family daily active people rose 3% to 3.64 billion. Ad impressions increased 10% and the average price per ad climbed 14%, underscoring continued strength across Meta’s core advertising business.

Headline profitability was heavily affected by a $9.89 billion charge tied to Meta’s agreement with 52 U.S. state attorneys general over teen mental-health and social-media litigation. Including the charge, operating income fell 37% to $13.0 billion and operating margin dropped to 20% from 40%. Excluding the charge, operating income would have been about $22.9 billion and diluted EPS would have been $7.40 instead of the reported $3.83.

Spending also remained elevated. Third-quarter capital expenditures reached $34.9 billion, while free cash flow was negative $2.12 billion despite $32.8 billion of operating cash flow. Meta narrowed its 2026 capital expenditure outlook to $135 billion-$145 billion and raised its total expense forecast to $175 billion-$179 billion, reflecting the legal charge.

For the fourth quarter, Meta expects revenue of $73 billion to $76 billion. Management also said it expects strong overall revenue growth to continue through 2027, supported by AI-driven improvements in recommendations, engagement and advertising efficiency.

Reality Labs losses are expected to decline to $18 billion-$19 billion in 2026 and to around $15 billion in 2027 as Meta reallocates more investment toward AI.

Separately, Meta approved a new publicly listed, non-voting Class C share class that is expected to become effective in January 2027. The company also plans a one-for-one Class C stock dividend for existing Class A and B shareholders, which Meta said should have an economic effect similar to a two-for-one stock split while leaving shareholder voting power unchanged.

Overall, the quarter showed very strong underlying advertising and AI-driven growth, but investors are likely to focus closely on the scale of legal liabilities, aggressive capital spending and the pace at which Meta’s expanding AI infrastructure ultimately converts into incremental earnings and cash flow.

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European Investor 10-22-26

Meta's Muse AI agent brings back 73% of new users — nearly double ChatGPT's rate

New analysis from Sensor Tower shows Meta's Muse AI topping ChatGPT in new users — up to a point.

(finance.yahoo.com)

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WS News 10-12-26

The simple reason Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is winning for investors again

Zuck is on a roll right now.

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WS News 10-03-26

Meta Expands Muse With New AI Tools for Small Businesses

Meta has expanded its Muse personal AI agent with a new set of capabilities aimed at helping small businesses automate everyday work across marketing, finance, operations and customer engagement.

Muse for Small Business can now connect with a broad range of business tools, including Asana, Box, Canva, Dropbox, Figma, Intuit QuickBooks, Klaviyo, Notion, Shopify, Slack, Stripe and Zoom, as well as Facebook and Instagram business accounts. Once connected, Muse can use information from those services to understand a company’s products, brand, customers and workflows.

Meta said users can give Muse goals such as finding new customers, reviewing financial performance, analyzing campaigns or preparing growth plans. The agent can also proactively surface tasks that need attention and draft responses or recommendations. Actions such as publishing, sending messages or spending money still require user approval.

The company is also supporting custom connectors, allowing businesses to connect services that are not yet included in Muse’s standard integration list. Meta said more connectors and skills will be added over time.

The expansion positions Muse as a broader business productivity platform rather than only a general-purpose personal AI assistant. By combining access to operational data with task automation, Meta is aiming to make Muse a central interface through which small businesses can manage work across multiple applications.

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WS Investor 09-29-26

Meta’s Muse Could Be the Biggest Threat Google Has Faced in 20 Years

Meta’s Muse could challenge Google’s $63 billion Search business by replacing searches, clicks, and ads with AI-driven decisions and transactions.

(finance.yahoo.com)

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WS News 09-28-26

Meta Stock Rises 2% as Analysts Raise Targets and Muse App Gains Momentum

Meta Platforms shares rose 2% to $751.36 after multiple analysts issued positive updates on the stock, while the company’s newly launched Muse AI app continued to strengthen investor enthusiasm around Meta’s broader AI strategy.

Cantor Fitzgerald raised its price target to $860 from $680 while maintaining an Overweight rating. KeyCorp also kept an Overweight rating and lifted its target to $900 from $780. UBS reiterated its Overweight rating.

The analyst optimism comes as Meta’s Muse personal AI agent gains early traction. Muse can perform tasks such as sending emails, booking travel and working across connected apps, rather than functioning only as a conversational chatbot. Meta launched the service earlier this month, and the app quickly climbed U.S. download rankings.

Muse has become increasingly relevant to the investment case because it gives Meta a consumer-facing AI product beyond its traditional social-media platforms. Reuters reported that Muse has surpassed 2.5 million downloads, while Meta is continuing to test additional capabilities such as phone calls performed on users’ behalf. (Reuters)

Other reasons behind the stock’s strength include continued digital-advertising growth, AI-driven improvements in recommendations and ad targeting, and growing confidence that Meta can eventually monetize its large AI investments through products such as Muse.

The 2% gain suggests higher analyst targets and the strong early reception for Muse are reinforcing optimism around Meta’s AI strategy.

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The Investor 09-23-26

Meta Muse AI may throw gas on the labor displacement problem — but it's not all doom and gloom

Monthly jobs reports will take on greater weight as AI displaces workers.

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Global Finance News 09-22-26

Meta Expands Threads Parental Supervision Across Asia-Pacific

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) is rolling out parental supervision tools for Threads across Asia-Pacific, expanding its efforts to give parents greater visibility and control over how teenagers use its social-media platforms.

Through Meta’s Family Center, parents will be able to monitor how much time their teens spend on Threads, establish daily usage limits and block access during selected hours. Parents can also adjust sleep mode, control who can tag their teen and manage certain privacy and sensitive-content settings.

The new controls build on Threads’ existing Teen Accounts, which automatically provide protections including private accounts and restrictions on the content shown to younger users. For teens under 16, parents can determine whether those default protections can be relaxed.

The expansion brings Threads more closely in line with Meta’s broader parental-control framework across its apps as the company continues investing in teen safety and family-management tools.

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WS Investor 09-16-26

Meta Launches Meta One Subscription Service With Expanded AI Features

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) has launched Meta One, a new subscription service spanning Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and Meta AI, creating another potential revenue stream beyond the company’s core advertising business. Meta said more than 50 features are available at launch, while its subscription products have already accumulated 15 million subscriptions and trials.

Meta One combines premium social-media features with higher usage limits for the company’s increasingly compute-intensive AI tools. Subscribers can generate and edit more images and videos with Meta AI, access additional Instagram AI features and choose between individual app subscriptions and broader Core and Premium bundles. Meta said its basic apps and everyday Meta AI experience will remain free.

The company is also targeting creators and businesses with professional tools, including enhanced profiles, audience-growth features and greater access to Meta Business Agent for automated customer interactions. Meta plans to expand these capabilities with additional AI agents, content-creation tools and business automation features.

Pricing starts at $2.99 per month for individual products and $7.99 for consumer bundles, while creator and business packages begin at $14.99 and extend to as much as $499 per month for the highest-tier plan. The rollout gives Meta another way to monetize its enormous user base and growing AI ecosystem through recurring subscription revenue alongside advertising.

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NYSE:JCI

Johnson Controls Jumps 4.2% as Q4 Growth, Record Backlog and Strong Orders Boost Outlook

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) shares rose about 4.2% after the company reported strong fiscal fourth-quarter 2026 growth, sharp order acceleration and a record backlog heading into fiscal 2027.

Fourth-quarter sales increased 10% to $7.1 billion, while organic sales rose 12%. Adjusted EPS came in at $1.66, compared with GAAP EPS of $1.60. Adjusted net income from continuing operations reached about $1.0 billion.

Demand indicators were particularly strong. Organic orders surged 44% year over year, while backlog increased 43% organically to a record $23.0 billion, giving the company substantial revenue visibility entering the new fiscal year.

Cash generation also remained solid, with operating cash flow of $1.3 billion and adjusted free cash flow of approximately $1.1 billion. Management said fiscal 2026 delivered more than 8% organic revenue growth, double-digit adjusted EPS growth and margin expansion across all three segments.

The 4.2% gain appears to reflect investor enthusiasm over the combination of strong organic growth, accelerating orders and record backlog, which points to continued momentum into fiscal 2027.

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European Investor 10-27-26

Johnson Controls Declares $0.40 Quarterly Dividend

Johnson Controls International (NYSE: JCI) announced that its board of directors approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.40 per share.

The dividend will be payable on October 16, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 21.

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WS Investor 09-09-26

Johnson Controls Slips 2% Despite Record Orders and Raised Guidance as Data Center Boom Drives Demand

May 6, 2026 · Earnings Report

Johnson Controls edged down 2% today dispite any weakness in the company's fundamentals, as the building systems and thermal management company reported a strong fiscal second quarter, raised its full-year guidance, and posted a record backlog driven by surging data center demand.

Sales grew 8% to $6.1 billion, with organic sales up 6%. Adjusted EPS came in at $1.19, up 45% year-over-year from $0.82, while GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.99. Adjusted net income rose to $730 million from $545 million a year ago. Adjusted EBIT margin expanded to 15.5% from 12.4%, reflecting favorable pricing, productivity improvements and operating leverage across the business. Free cash flow was $604 million for the quarter.

The standout metric was orders, which grew 30% organically year-over-year, driving the company's backlog to a record $20 billion, up 26% organically. The Americas segment was the primary engine, with orders up 40% organically and backlog of $14.9 billion up 32%, fueled overwhelmingly by large-scale data center projects. CEO Joakim Weidemanis called out data centers and other technology-driven environments as the clearest area of differentiation for the company, which provides thermal management and mission-critical building infrastructure for hyperscale facilities.

All three geographic segments delivered margin expansion. The Americas posted adjusted segment EBITA margin of 19.5%, up 100 basis points. EMEA delivered the most dramatic improvement, with adjusted segment EBITA margin rising 370 basis points to 14.9%, though organic sales growth in the region was held to just 1% due to Middle East conflict disruptions. APAC was the fastest-growing segment, with organic sales up 13% led by over 20% growth in Applied HVAC, and adjusted segment EBITA margin expanding 350 basis points to 19.8%.

"We delivered another quarter of strong execution, converting sustained demand into consistent growth, margin expansion, and 45% adjusted EPS growth," said Weidemanis. "Orders grew 30% and backlog reached a record $20 billion, reflecting strength in data centers and other high-growth, technology-driven operating environments where we differentiate."

For the fiscal third quarter, Johnson Controls guided organic sales growth of approximately 6%, operating leverage of approximately 50%, and adjusted EPS of approximately $1.28. Full-year fiscal 2026 guidance was raised, with organic sales growth now expected at approximately 6%, up from the prior guidance of mid-single digits, and adjusted EPS lifted to approximately $4.85 from approximately $4.70. Adjusted free cash flow conversion is expected to remain at approximately 100%.

With a record pipeline, a backlog that has nearly doubled in two years, and AI-driven data center construction showing no signs of slowing, Johnson Controls is well positioned as a structural beneficiary of the infrastructure buildout. Today's modest decline likely reflects profit-taking after a strong run rather than any concern about the company's direction of travel.

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Global Finance News 04-24-26

Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI) has approved a regular quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share of common stock, payable on April 10, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 16, 2026.

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Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) has signed an agreement to acquire Boston-based Alloy Enterprises, strengthening its position in data center thermal management and supporting its strategy to accelerate cooling innovation for AI-driven infrastructure.

Founded in 2020, Alloy specializes in advanced direct liquid cooling technology for high-performance data centers and mission-critical industrial applications. Its proprietary platform can improve thermal management efficiency by up to 35% and reduce pressure drop by up to 75%, lowering overall cooling system energy consumption.

The acquisition complements Johnson Controls’ existing portfolio of end-to-end cooling solutions, including magnetic bearing chillers, centrifugal chillers, coolant distribution units and absorption chillers. The company expects the deal to enhance its ability to optimize full data center thermal architectures and scale advanced cooling technologies across its broader portfolio.

The transaction is expected to close in fiscal Q3, subject to regulatory approvals and customary conditions. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Source: PR Newswire.

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WS Investor 02-19-26

The board of directors of Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI) has approved a regular quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share of common stock, payable on Jan. 16, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Dec. 22, 2025.

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Johnson Controls Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2025 Results, Issues Fiscal 2026 Guidance

Johnson Controls International reported strong fourth quarter and full-year 2025 results, highlighting continued organic growth and robust demand across its building technology and services portfolio. Fourth quarter sales rose 3 percent year over year to 6.4 billion dollars, with organic sales up 4 percent. Full-year sales increased 3 percent to 23.6 billion dollars, driven by 6 percent organic growth.

GAAP earnings per share for the fourth quarter were 0.42 dollars, while adjusted EPS reached 1.26 dollars. For the full year, GAAP EPS was 2.63 dollars, and adjusted EPS was 3.76 dollars. Quarterly net income from continuing operations totaled 267 million dollars, while adjusted net income was 798 million dollars.

Orders grew 6 percent organically compared with the prior year, and the company’s Systems and Services backlog rose 13 percent to 14.9 billion dollars, a record level.

CEO Joakim Weidemanis said the company’s strong performance reflects resilient demand and successful execution of its technology-led strategy. “Our leadership in advanced data center cooling and decarbonization solutions continues to set us apart,” he said, adding that Johnson Controls’ proprietary business system is improving operational consistency and long-term value creation.

The company noted that it expects continued growth momentum into fiscal 2026, supported by its expanding backlog, rising global demand for energy-efficient infrastructure, and sustained focus on innovation and sustainability.

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Johnson Controls International plc (NYSE: JCI) Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2025 Earnings Conference Call: Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. ET.

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Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) announced a multi-million-dollar investment in Accelsius, a company specializing in two-phase, direct-to-chip liquid cooling technology for data centers. The system uses liquid-to-vapor phase change to efficiently remove heat, cutting energy use by up to 35% in operational costs and 8–17% in total ownership costs compared to single-phase systems.

The partnership aims to meet the surging cooling demands from AI-driven, high-density data centers, an area where cooling can consume up to 40% of total energy. Johnson Controls will integrate this technology into its advanced thermal management portfolio, which already includes the YORK® YVAM magnetic bearing chiller and Silent-Aire CDU platform, enabling over 50% non-IT energy reduction in some data centers.

Both companies said the deal underscores their shared goal of improving energy efficiency and sustainability in data center infrastructure.

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U.S. Consumer Sentiment Weakens in October as Inflation Expectations Stay Elevated

The University of Michigan’s preliminary Consumer Sentiment Index fell to 46.3 in October, below the 47.5 consensus estimate and down from 48.1 previously.

Consumer expectations were somewhat more resilient, rising to 47.3 from 46.3 and beating the 45.9 forecast. That suggests households became slightly less pessimistic about the outlook even as overall sentiment deteriorated.

One-year inflation expectations edged up to 4.7% from 4.6%, although the reading came in slightly below the 4.8% consensus estimate.

The report gives a mixed signal for markets. Softer headline sentiment points to continued caution among U.S. consumers, while the improvement in expectations offers some support to the growth outlook. However, inflation expectations remain elevated, which could keep investors sensitive to additional price-pressure data and complicate expectations for faster monetary easing.

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### U.S. 3-Year Treasury Auction Yield Jumps to 4.932%

The U.S. Treasury’s latest 3-year note auction cleared at a yield of 4.932%, sharply above the 4.474% yield at the previous auction.

The higher yield indicates investors demanded significantly more compensation to hold short- to intermediate-term government debt, reflecting renewed upward pressure on Treasury borrowing costs.

The result may reinforce market concerns that interest rates could remain elevated for longer, particularly as investors continue to assess inflation, labor-market resilience and the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook.

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Celestica Jumps 17.6% Premarket as Q3 Results Beat Guidance and 2027 Revenue Outlook Surges

Celestica (NYSE: CLS) shares jumped about 17.6% in premarket trading after the company reported third-quarter 2026 revenue and adjusted EPS above the high end of its guidance and issued an exceptionally strong initial outlook for 2027.

Third-quarter revenue surged 83% year over year to $5.83 billion, while adjusted EPS more than doubled to $3.30 from $1.58. Adjusted operating margin expanded to a record 8.5% from 7.6%.

Growth was led by the Connectivity & Cloud Solutions segment, where revenue jumped 102% to $4.87 billion. Hardware Platform Solutions revenue rose about 70%, while the Advanced Technology Solutions segment grew 23%.

Management raised its 2026 outlook to $21.0 billion of revenue and $11.55 of adjusted EPS, up from prior expectations of $20.5 billion and $11.30. Free cash flow guidance was reduced to $460 million from $600 million, primarily because of working-capital investments to support faster growth.

The biggest catalyst appears to be the 2027 outlook. Celestica expects revenue of $40.0 billion, representing about 90% growth, adjusted EPS of $21.50 and an adjusted operating margin of 9.0%. Management said demand from hyperscalers and frontier AI labs remains very robust, with customer forecasts for 2028 meaningfully above the 2027 revenue outlook.

The 17.6% premarket rally therefore appears to reflect both the Q3 beat and a major upward reset in growth expectations as AI infrastructure demand accelerates.

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Celestica Stock Rises 3.3% in Premarket After Blowout Q2 Results and Higher 2026 Outlook

Celestica (NYSE: CLS) shares rose about 3.3% in premarket trading after the electronics manufacturing and data center infrastructure provider reported second-quarter results that exceeded guidance across the board and significantly raised its full-year outlook.

The company posted second-quarter revenue of $4.70 billion, up 62% from a year earlier and well above its guidance range of $4.15 billion to $4.45 billion. Adjusted EPS climbed to $2.54 from $1.39 a year ago, also surpassing the high end of management's guidance. Adjusted operating margin expanded to a record 8.2%, reflecting strong operating leverage and execution.

Management attributed the strong performance to accelerating demand for AI infrastructure, improved component availability, and robust customer spending across its data center business. The Connectivity & Cloud Solutions segment led the way, with revenue surging 84% year over year to $3.81 billion, while the Advanced Technology Solutions segment grew 8%.

Following the stronger-than-expected quarter, Celestica raised its 2026 outlook across all key financial metrics. The company now expects full-year revenue of $20.5 billion, up from its previous forecast of $19.0 billion, while adjusted EPS guidance increased to $11.30 from $10.15. Management also raised its adjusted operating margin target to 8.4% and boosted its free cash flow outlook to $600 million.

Looking beyond this year, management struck an even more optimistic tone, stating that revenue growth is expected to accelerate further in 2027, exceeding the approximately 65% growth anticipated for 2026. The company also expects adjusted EPS to grow faster than revenue next year as margins continue to expand.

The strong earnings beat, substantial guidance increase, and exceptionally bullish commentary on AI-driven demand appear to be driving today's premarket gains. Investors also welcomed management's growing confidence in customer demand and long-term visibility, reinforcing Celestica's position as one of the leading beneficiaries of the ongoing AI infrastructure investment cycle.

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BCE Inc. and Celestica announced a collaboration to develop sovereign AI infrastructure in Canada, aimed at supporting government and regulated industries.

The partnership combines Bell’s AI Fabric platform, including its fiber network, data centers, and cloud capabilities, with Celestica’s hardware manufacturing and supply chain expertise. The initiative is designed to enable secure, domestically controlled AI deployments, ensuring sensitive data remains within Canada.

The companies said the collaboration will help build a trusted AI ecosystem with local infrastructure and supply chains, strengthening Canada’s position in AI development and deployment.

Source: BCE Inc.

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Public Storage Edges 0.01% Higher Premarket as Q3 Core FFO Grows and 2026 Guidance Is Raised

Public Storage (NYSE: PSA) shares were nearly flat, up about 0.01% in premarket trading, after the company reported modest Core FFO growth and raised its full-year 2026 outlook.

Third-quarter Core FFO increased 0.7% year over year to $4.34 per share from $4.31. Net income fell 35.5% to $1.69 per share from $2.62, but management highlighted improving operating trends in churn, occupancy and move-in rates.

Public Storage also raised guidance after stronger year-to-date performance. Same-store NOI growth is now expected between -0.8% and 0.2%, improved from the prior range of -2.0% to -0.3%. Core FFO guidance was increased to $16.90-$17.10 per share from $16.75-$17.05.

Growth activity remained significant. The company completed the acquisitions of National Storage Affiliates and Public Storage Canada, adding more than 1,100 stores to its platform. Excluding those deals, it acquired 25 facilities for $258.4 million during the quarter.

The company also strengthened its financing position through equity and debt issuance, including about $399 million of expected proceeds from forward share-sale agreements and new U.S. and Canadian senior notes.

The essentially unchanged premarket move suggests investors are balancing the improved outlook and stronger operating trends against only modest Core FFO growth and the sharp year-over-year decline in reported net income.

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The Investor 10-27-26

Public Storage Completes $1.2 Billion Acquisition of Public Storage Canada

Public Storage (NYSE: PSA) announced Tuesday that it has completed its acquisition of Public Storage Canada, significantly expanding the self-storage REIT’s presence outside the United States.

Public Storage paid approximately $1.2 billion at closing, consisting of about $900 million in operating partnership units and $310 million in cash. Sellers could receive an additional $288 million in OP units if certain net operating income performance targets are achieved.

The acquisition adds 68 properties totaling approximately 5.3 million square feet across Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary and Ottawa. The portfolio has operated under the Public Storage brand for decades but will now come under the company’s direct ownership.

Public Storage expects the transaction to be accretive to long-term internal rate of return, NOI growth and funds from operations per share. The acquired portfolio has a going-in yield in the high-5% range, while the company expects its PS Next operating model and efficiency improvements to drive near-term NOI growth in the high single digits.

The deal also gives Public Storage a platform for further Canadian expansion through acquisitions, development, lending and third-party management, while providing access to potentially lower-cost Canadian financing.

Coming shortly after the closing of its National Storage Affiliates Trust transaction, the Canadian acquisition represents another major step in Public Storage’s expansion strategy and further diversifies its portfolio across North America.

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Public Storage will release its first quarter 2026 earnings results after the market close on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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Public Storage said it has agreed to acquire National Storage Affiliates in an all-stock transaction valued at about $10.5 billion in enterprise value, significantly expanding its presence in the U.S. self-storage market.

Under the terms of the deal, National Storage Affiliates shareholders will receive 0.14 shares of Public Storage stock for each NSA share, implying a price of $41.68 per share based on Public Storage’s March 13 closing price. The transaction has been unanimously approved by both companies’ boards and is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to shareholder approval and customary conditions.

The acquisition will add more than 1,000 properties, 69 million rentable square feet, and around 550,000 storage units across 37 states and Puerto Rico. Following completion, the combined company is expected to have a pro forma equity market capitalization of about $57 billion and enterprise value of roughly $77 billion.

As part of the transaction structure, Public Storage and National Storage Affiliates operating partnership unitholders will form a joint venture holding 313 properties valued at approximately $3.3 billion, with NSA unitholders owning about 80% and Public Storage holding the remaining stake. The deal is expected to generate roughly $110–$130 million in annual synergies within three to four years and be accretive to funds from operations per share within the first year after closing.

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Public Storage (NYSE: PSA) and Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL) have announced a strategic data science partnership to expand the application of AI in real estate investing.

Under the agreement, Public Storage will license bespoke capital allocation models from Welltower’s data science platform, which leverages machine learning, deep learning, and AI to identify high risk-adjusted return opportunities across acquisitions, developments, and dispositions. The models are designed to accelerate deal timelines and improve capital deployment precision at the micro-market level.

In return, Public Storage will share its operational data science capabilities — including revenue management, demand forecasting, and customer analytics — to enhance Welltower’s operating performance through its Welltower Business System.

Both companies said the collaboration leverages decades of proprietary asset-level data to create a durable information advantage and drive faster, analytics-driven capital allocation and long-term per-share value growth.
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European Investor 03-03-26

Public Storage (NYSE:PSA) declared a regular quarterly common dividend of $3.00 per common share. The Board also declared dividends with respect to our various series of preferred shares. Dividends are payable on March 31, 2026, to shareholders of record as of March 16, 2026.

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Public Storage Reports Q4 and Full-Year 2025 Results, Issues 2026 Outlook

Public Storage (NYSE: PSA) reported fourth-quarter 2025 net income of $2.60 per share, down from $3.21 a year earlier, while core funds from operations (Core FFO) rose slightly to $4.26 per share from $4.21. For full-year 2025, net income was $9.01 per share versus $10.64 in 2024, and Core FFO increased to $16.97 per share from $16.67.

Operationally, the company said it achieved positive same-store revenue growth in 56% of its markets and posted a 78.4% same-store net operating income (NOI) margin in the quarter. Same-store average occupancy was 91.6% for the quarter, and management noted quarter-end occupancy was 0.5 percentage points higher year over year, marking the first year-over-year occupancy increase in more than four years. Same-store revenue was essentially flat year over year in Q4 at about $936.2 million, while same-store NOI declined 1.5% to $703.7 million.

On capital allocation, Public Storage acquired 13 facilities in the quarter for $131.0 million and 87 facilities during 2025 for $945.6 million. It also delivered new developments and expansions adding 1.0 million net rentable square feet in Q4 and 2.1 million for the full year. As of year-end, projects in development and expansion are expected to add 3.5 million net rentable square feet at an estimated cost of $609.9 million over the next 18 to 24 months.

For 2026, Public Storage guided to same-store revenue growth of (2.2)% to 0%, expense growth of 1.5% to 2.8%, and same-store NOI growth of (3.9)% to (0.5)%. The company also forecast Core FFO per share of $16.35 to $17.00. It ended 2025 with total debt of $10.3 billion, a weighted average interest rate of 3.2%, and approximately $2.4 billion of liquidity.

Separately, the company highlighted PS4.0, a leadership transition and strategic initiative aimed at accelerating long-term shareholder returns. CEO Joe Russell plans to retire effective March 31, 2026, with CFO and chief investment officer Tom Boyle set to become CEO effective April 1, 2026.

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Public Storage posted a new investor presentation on December 8, providing an operating update for its same-store portfolio through November 30, 2025. Move-in activity showed slightly higher square footage but lower contract rents compared with the prior year, while promotional discounts declined. Move-out activity softened modestly, with lower square footage and slightly reduced contract rents lost year over year.

Occupancy at month-end held steady at 91.2 percent, and annual contract rent per occupied square foot dipped slightly to 22.59 dollars. The company also reported acquiring or contracting to acquire 88 facilities totaling 6.1 million rentable square feet for 949.4 million dollars so far this year.

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Public Storage Q3 2025: Raises Full-Year Outlook as NOI and Core FFO Outperform

Public Storage (NYSE: PSA) reported strong third-quarter 2025 results, supported by continued growth in net operating income (NOI) and portfolio expansion. Net income allocable to common shareholders was $2.62 per diluted share, while core funds from operations (Core FFO) reached $4.31 per share. The company achieved a Same Store direct NOI margin of 78.5%, reflecting robust operational efficiency and stable industry fundamentals.

During the quarter, Public Storage acquired 49 self-storage facilities totaling 3.4 million net rentable square feet for $511.4 million. After the quarter’s end, it acquired or agreed to acquire 12 additional facilities encompassing 0.9 million net rentable square feet for $119.9 million. Year-to-date, total acquisitions and facilities under contract reached 6.1 million net rentable square feet for an aggregate investment of about $934.5 million.

The company also completed expansion projects adding 0.3 million square feet in Q3 and 1.1 million year-to-date, with total costs of $60.4 million and $268.8 million, respectively. As of September 30, 2025, Public Storage had 3.9 million square feet under development or expansion, representing an estimated investment of $649.2 million.

CEO Joe Russell said the company’s “differentiated strategies” and improved market dynamics, including stabilizing industry fundamentals and reduced new supply, are driving performance. Citing outperformance in NOI growth, acquisition activity, and Core FFO per share, Public Storage raised its 2025 outlook for the second consecutive quarter, reinforcing its confidence in sustained long-term value creation.

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Public Storage Issues €425 Million in 3.5% Senior Notes Due 2034

Public Storage announced that its subsidiary, Public Storage Operating Company (PSOC), has completed a €425 million offering of 3.500% senior notes due 2034. The notes, guaranteed by Public Storage, were issued under an existing indenture and will mature on January 20, 2034, with annual interest payments starting January 20, 2026.

The company may redeem the notes in whole or in part at a make-whole redemption price, or at par starting three months before maturity. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes. The notes are unsecured and rank equally with PSOC’s other unsubordinated debt. The indenture includes covenants limiting indebtedness and requiring unencumbered assets equal to at least 125% of total unsecured debt.

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