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Cavco Industries Navigates Weather, Tariffs to Post Solid Q4 Growth; Unveils Major Rebranding Strategy

Cavco Industries reported a 21% year-over-year revenue increase to $508.4 million for fiscal Q4 2025, driven by a 28.5% surge in home shipments. Despite February weather disruptions and ongoing economic uncertainty, the manufactured housing leader saw a strong March rebound, executed a $33 million stock buyback, and launched a company-wide rebranding initiative aimed at simplifying the homebuyer journey.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Ingersoll Rand's Path Forward: Analysts Weigh In on Stock's Target Price Amid Mixed Performance

Despite lagging the broader market over the past year, Ingersoll Rand shows signs of a strategic pivot. Wall Street sees modest upside potential as the industrial giant navigates headwinds and pursues growth through acquisition.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

DoubleVerify's Award Nomination Highlights Growing Focus on News Integrity and Brand Safety

DoubleVerify's nomination for a Digiday award spotlights its News Accelerator initiative, a strategic push to bolster quality journalism and advertiser confidence in digital news environments. The move comes as the industry grapples with brand safety and seeks more transparent ad placements.

Jan 30, 2026

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Hilton Grand Vacations Bets on Bluegreen Merger to Reshape Timeshare Landscape

Hilton Grand Vacations is moving to integrate its recent acquisition of Bluegreen Vacations, a strategic push aimed at achieving cost savings and unlocking cross-selling potential across an expanded resort network. The success of this complex merger is seen as a critical test of HGV's operational prowess and its ability to compete more effectively in the vacation ownership sector.

Jan 30, 2026

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Marsh Caps 2025 with Strong Q4, Unveils Brand Restructuring as Profits Climb

Marsh & McLennan's insurance brokerage giant Marsh reported a 4.2% rise in Q4 net income to $821 million, capping a year of robust growth and strategic brand realignment under the new 'Marsh Risk' banner.

Jan 30, 2026

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P&G Bolsters Health Portfolio with Acquisition of Digestive Wellness Brand Wonderbelly

Consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble has agreed to acquire Wonderbelly, a fast-growing brand in the 'free-from' digestive health space, signaling a deeper push into the lucrative wellness category and a bid to attract younger, label-conscious consumers.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

American Eagle Outfitters Exits Third-Party Logistics to Double Down on Core Brands

American Eagle Outfitters is winding down its Quiet Logistics subsidiary, a strategic retreat from the third-party fulfillment business. The move signals a sharper focus on its core Aerie and American Eagle retail brands amid a challenging environment for apparel retailers.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Disney Shakes Up Marketing Leadership: Asad Ayaz Unveils New Structure to Unify Brand Storytelling

Disney's newly appointed Chief Marketing and Brand Officer, Asad Ayaz, has restructured the company's global marketing leadership, creating a new enterprise team to foster collaboration and a unified brand voice across all divisions.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Penguin Solutions Emerges from Rebrand: Undervalued AI Play or Overpriced Gamble?

Following its strategic rebrand from SMART Global Holdings, Penguin Solutions (PENG) is positioning itself at the forefront of AI and high-performance computing infrastructure. Yet, its stock tells a complex story of short-term volatility against long-term potential, raising questions about its true valuation in a heated market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

FAT Brands' Bankruptcy Triggers Second Wave of Smokey Bones Closures, Accelerating Shift to Twin Peaks

Amid Chapter 11 proceedings, FAT Brands and its affiliate Twin Hospitality are shuttering an additional 14 Smokey Bones BBQ restaurants nationwide. The move follows earlier closures and conversions, highlighting a strategic pivot toward the more profitable Twin Peaks sports bar concept as the parent company restructures.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Caleres Bolsters Leadership with Fashion Veteran Kristen Sosa to Steer Key New York Brands

Industry veteran Kristen Sosa joins Caleres as Division President, taking the helm of a portfolio including Stuart Weitzman, Veronica Beard, and Favorite Daughter, signaling a strategic push for growth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

GM Powers Through EV Headwinds to Post Broad 2025 Sales Gains Across All Brands

General Motors defied a turbulent final quarter to report year-over-year sales growth for each of its four divisions in 2025, solidifying its truck leadership and gaining ground in the electric vehicle market despite significant policy shifts.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

FAT Brands Seeks Chapter 11 Protection Amid $1.3 Billion Debt Restructuring

The parent company of Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, and Twin Peaks files for bankruptcy in Texas, citing inflationary pressures and shifting consumer demand, while vowing to keep restaurants open.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

From Main Street to Silicon Valley: The 50 Brands That Built America

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, USA TODAY examines the enduring legacy of the companies that shaped the nation's culture, economy, and global identity.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Albertsons Media Collective Plants Flag in New York with Office Launch and Brand Refresh

Albertsons' retail media division opens its first NYC office and unveils a new logo, signaling a significant expansion and strategic push to deepen ties with advertisers and agencies in the competitive retail media landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Fat Brands, Twin Hospitality Delisted from Nasdaq as Bankruptcy Fallout Deepens

The parent company of Fatburger and Round Table Pizza, along with its Twin Hospitality spinoff, will be removed from the Nasdaq exchange effective February 4, transitioning to the over-the-counter market following Chapter 11 filings and over $1 billion in debt.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Conagra Brands: A Value Play After the Sell-Off?

Shares of the packaged food giant have slumped over the past year, raising questions about whether the stock is a bargain or a value trap. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests significant upside potential.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Warby Parker's Valuation Conundrum: Strong Brand Momentum Clashes With Lofty Price Tag

Despite a robust 57% return over three years, a deep dive into Warby Parker's financials reveals a significant disconnect between its current share price and intrinsic value estimates, raising questions about its growth trajectory justifying the premium.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

American Airlines to Compensate Crews After Winter Storm Strandings, Amid Union Pressure

American Airlines begins compensating flight attendants left without accommodations during Winter Storm Fern, as the union accuses management of contract violations and calls for accountability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Impossible Foods CEO Peter McGuinness Steps Down After Pivotal Rebranding Push

Peter McGuinness, the CEO who sought to reposition plant-based meat for mainstream consumers by moving beyond climate messaging, is departing Impossible Foods. His exit comes as the broader alternative protein sector faces significant sales declines and strategic recalibration.

Jan 30, 2026