Accounting for a quarter of foodservice sales, the humble sandwich is a powerhouse for c-stores. With sales projected to hit $8.6 billion by 2029, operators are innovating with fresh ingredients, strategic variety, and operational savvy to capture more of this lucrative market.
Longtime operations leader Fidaa Mohrez steps into a key executive role at H&S Energy Group, as the retailer consolidates its rapid growth following a major acquisition and navigates recent leadership changes.
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, gave tearful testimony in Oslo, denying that videos on his phone depicted rape. The high-profile trial on 38 charges, including serious sexual assault, adds to mounting pressures on the Norwegian monarchy.
In a heated Democratic primary debate, candidates for California governor launched a unified assault on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, with leading figures advocating for its dismantling and decrying its impact on communities.
Healthpeak Properties reported robust Q4 2025 results, beating estimates and announcing an IPO for its senior housing REIT, Janus Living. However, the stock fell sharply as investors weighed cautious forward guidance against long-term strategic shifts.
After recent share price declines, Niagen Bioscience is drawing renewed investor scrutiny. The biotech firm's valuation story hinges on its proprietary NAD+ technology, upcoming B2B product launches, and critical clinical data readouts expected later this year.
While tech giants grapple with AI's energy and monetization challenges, investment firm Immersion Investment Partners spotlights Mama's Creations (MAMA) in its latest letter. The fresh food manufacturer's strong business attributes and recent acquisition are positioning it for robust growth, even as it flies under the radar of many major funds.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions wins new contracts worth approximately $65 million to provide advanced training systems for U.S. and allied military aircraft, highlighting its growing role in cost-effective, high-tech defense simulation.
For the first time in roughly two decades, Taiwan has surpassed mainland China as the largest country weighting in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. The shift, driven by the outperformance of Taiwan's AI-focused tech giants, underscores the immense influence of benchmark providers on global capital allocation and spotlights a significant realignment within emerging markets.
Alphabet's self-driving unit Waymo has secured a $16 billion funding round, valuing it at $126 billion. The investment, backed by Sequoia Capital and Dragoneer, fuels an aggressive expansion into over 20 cities and new international markets, while regulators worldwide scrutinize safety frameworks. The move highlights Alphabet's strategic priorities beyond its core advertising business.
Fintech firm Sezzle is fundamentally reshaping its 'buy now, pay later' proposition, launching a subscription ecosystem and a merchant-agnostic virtual card. The strategic shift comes as regulatory pressures on the sector lessen, potentially altering its competitive stance against giants like Affirm and Klarna.
Shares of Lithium Americas (TSX:LAC) fell sharply following the formalization of new funding agreements with the Department of Energy and General Motors for the Thacker Pass project. The deals grant the DOE discounted warrants and a stake in the venture, reshaping its capital structure and cementing federal involvement, while raising fresh questions about dilution and execution risks for the pre-revenue miner.
South Bow (TSX:SOBO) is capturing investor attention by pairing a robust 7.2% dividend yield with a clear deleveraging roadmap. As the company consistently beats earnings estimates, the market is weighing its income appeal against execution risks tied to its balance sheet repair and key project timelines.
A coordinated wave of insider purchases at biotech firm Turn Therapeutics has caught the attention of market watchers, suggesting leadership's bullish stance on the company's future despite recent share price weakness.
After a two-year succession saga, Disney's board has chosen theme parks veteran Josh D’Amaro as its next CEO, while Dana Walden ascends to a powerful new creative role. The decision aims to balance operational expertise with Hollywood relationships as the entertainment giant navigates a complex future.
Jefferies maintains a cautious 'Hold' on Fortinet ahead of its earnings, forecasting a modest Q4 beat but expressing concerns over lofty expectations embedded in 2026 estimates for the cybersecurity firm.
A sharp 8.3% weekly drop compounds Burberry's year-long losses, raising pressure on its major institutional shareholders who control 87% of the stock. Analysts warn sustained weakness could trigger significant portfolio rebalancing.
IT solutions giant CDW (NASDAQ:CDW) reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results for 2025, with revenue rising 6.3% to $5.51 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.57 surpassing forecasts. The performance underscores resilient corporate IT spending despite broader economic uncertainties.
Multiple Wall Street firms have raised price targets for WSFS Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: WSFS), citing strong quarterly results, accelerating loan growth, and a robust capital return strategy.
TD Cowen raises its price target for Primerica (PRI) to $326, citing strength in its investment segment despite challenges in term life sales. The adjustment comes amid a cautiously optimistic preview of the life insurance sector.
