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HANESBRANDS INVESTOR ALERT by the Former Attorney General of Louisiana: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of HanesBrands Inc. - HBI

NEW YORK & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Ha...

How does this proposed sale compare to recent similar M&A deals in the apparel sector in terms of multiples and premium? What are the likely outcomes of the investigation into price adequacy—could the deal be renegotiated or halted? What are the tax implications for HBI shareholders receiving both stock and cash?

Symbol: HBI

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African Rainbow Minerals Limited to Acquire Shares of Surge Copper Corp.

TORONTO, Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- African Rainbow Minerals Limited (JSE: ARI) (A2X: ARI) (“ARM”) announces that it has signed a subscription agreement agreeing to purchase 25,781,715 com...

How does this acquisition position ARM relative to competitors in the African and global mining sector? What are the reactions of institutional investors and analysts to the announcement? How will this deal impact ARM's dividend policy and cash flow forecasts?

Symbol: ARI

15 days ago

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Government Intel intervention is 'essential' for national security, tech analyst says

Luria said such a deal is needed to revive Intel and reduce the country's reliance on companies like Samsung and TSMC to manufacture chips.

What are the downside risks if the government intervention does not materialize as expected? How could this deal influence Intel's market share in key segments such as data centers and AI? What are the potential long‑term implications for Intel's ability to compete in advanced node technologies?

Symbol: INTC

15 days ago

Workhorse Group and Motiv Electric Trucks Executed Definitive Agreement to Combine, Creating a Leading Medium-Duty Electric Truck OEM in North America

Joins Workhorse’s proven vehicles, manufacturing capabilities and national dealer network with Motiv’s diverse product portfolio and top fleet relationships

What is the reaction of key institutional shareholders and analysts to the announcement? How might this deal influence short‑interest levels and potential arbitrage opportunities? Will there be any changes to the management team or board composition after the merger?

Symbol: WKHS

15 days ago

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180 Degree Capital Corp. And Mount Logan Capital Inc. Provide Update on Proposed Business Combination

As of August 14, 2025, in excess of 57%, or more than 90% of the approximately 63% of outstanding shares of 180 Degree Capital voted, are FOR the proposed Business Combination, and in excess of 50%...

What is the market’s perception of the merger based on analyst coverage and sentiment indicators? How might the merger influence the liquidity and float of 180D shares on the market? Are there any red‑flag or risk factors disclosed in the merger filing that could affect the deal’s completion?

Symbol: 180D

15 days ago

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USBC Announces Completion of Corporate Name and Ticker Change Following Strategic Acquisition

RENO, Nev., Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- USBC, Inc. (NYSE American: USBC) (“USBC” or the “Company”) announced today that it has changed its name from Know Labs, Inc. to USBC, Inc. The Compan...

How should options traders adjust their strategies given the ticker switch and potential volatility? Will the name change impact any existing contracts, supplier agreements, or customer relationships? What is the expected timeline for integration and realization of synergies?

Symbol: USBC

15 days ago

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Encompass Health and BSA Health System announce joint venture to own and operate rehabilitation hospital in Amarillo, Texas

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., and AMARILLO, Texas, Aug. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC), the nation's largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, and BSA Healt...

What is the likely short‑term reaction of investors to this news, given the current sentiment score of 30? Could this joint venture trigger any antitrust concerns or competitive scrutiny from regulators? How is the local market demand for inpatient rehabilitation services in Amarillo projected to grow, and what occupancy rates are expected?

Symbol: EHC

15 days ago

180 Degree Capital Corp. and Mount Logan Capital Inc. Provide Update on Proposed Business Combination

As of August 14, 2025, in excess of 57% of the outstanding shares of 180 Degree Capital have been voted FOR the proposed Business Combination, and in excess of 50% of the outstanding shares of 180 ...

Are there any anti‑dilution or protection provisions for minority shareholders? What are the lock‑up provisions for current shareholders after the combination closes? How does this transaction impact the company's current valuation multiples compared to industry peers?

Symbol: RND

15 days ago

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Mercedes-Benz of South Austin Celebrates Grand Opening Under New Group 1 Automotive Ownership

CEOs from Group 1 and Mercedes-Benz USA to Attend AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of its recent acquisition of Mercedes-Benz of South Austin, Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYS...

What are the anticipated changes to the company's debt levels or leverage ratios post‑acquisition? Does the acquisition enhance Group 1's competitive position against rivals like AutoNation and CarMax in the luxury segment? How might analysts' sentiment and target price estimates for GPI change in response to this news?

Symbol: GPI

15 days ago

WeRide Secures Strategic Equity Investment from Grab, Partners to Deploy Robotaxis and Autonomous Shuttles in Southeast Asia

WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) secured a strategic equity investment from Grab (NASDAQ: GRAB), as part of a partnership to deploy Robotaxis in Southeast Asia.

Could this investment trigger a re-rating of WeRide's growth multiples by analysts, and what impact might that have on the stock's forward P/E ratio? What are the potential upside and downside scenarios for WeRide's earnings and cash flow based on the success or delay of the partnership? How might this deal impact WeRide's existing partnerships and contracts with other mobility providers or automotive OEMs?

Symbol: WRD

15 days ago

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