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Kadant Acquires Longtime Supplier voestalpine BÖHLER Profil in €157M Strategic Move, Eyes Long-Term Gains Despite Near-Term Dilution

Industrial components maker Kadant Inc. (KAI) has finalized a €157 million deal to acquire Austrian precision parts manufacturer voestalpine BÖHLER Profil, a key supplier for over three decades. While the acquisition strengthens Kadant's consumables-focused strategy and secures critical patented technology, executives caution that accounting complexities and existing inventory will dilute earnings through much of 2026 before margin benefits materialize.

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Duolingo CFO Departure Signals Strategic Pivot: Subscriber Growth and Learning Quality Take Center Stage

The exit of long-time CFO Matt Skaruppa from language learning app Duolingo marks a leadership shift as the company, under CEO Luis von Ahn, doubles down on expanding its paid user base and enhancing educational efficacy. This move highlights the evolving challenges in the competitive edtech landscape, where balancing user growth with monetization remains a tightrope walk.

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GSK Charts Steady Course After Strong 2025, Eyes Key Launches in 2026

GSK reported robust full-year 2025 results, with sales exceeding £32 billion and profit growth outpacing revenue. Executives outlined a 2026 strategy focused on maximizing recent drug launches, accelerating late-stage pipeline assets, and leveraging technology, while navigating currency headwinds and a profit shift to the second half.