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Diana Shipping Inc. Announces Time Charter Contract for m/v Polymnia with Oldendorff Carriers

ATHENS, Greece, Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX), (the “Company”), a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk ves...

What is the impact on the company’s dividend policy or share repurchase program given the new contract? How does this time charter affect the company’s net debt to EBITDA ratio and other leverage metrics? What are the risks if the charter does not start on August 17, 2025 (e.g., vessel readiness, regulatory approvals)?

Symbol: DSX

Charter

27 days ago

ESS Appoints Industry Veteran Jigish Trivedi as Chief Operating Officer to Drive Next Phase of Growth

WILSONVILLE, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ESS Tech, Inc. (“ESS” or the “Company”) (NYSE:GWH), a leading manufacturer of iron flow long-duration energy storage (LDES) systems for commercial- and utility-s...

How could this development impact competitive dynamics with other long‑duration energy storage providers? Will the market view this as a positive catalyst for long‑term value creation, or could it raise concerns about execution risk? What does this signal about ESS’s strategic focus—e.g., expanding market share, entering new geographies, or accelerating product development?

Symbol: GWH

Leadership

27 days ago

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New Jackson Study Uncovers Surprising Retirement Vulnerabilities and Missteps in Managing Market Risk

LANSING, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jackson National Life Insurance Company® (Jackson®), the main operating subsidiary of Jackson Financial Inc.1 (NYSE: JXN), today unveiled key findings from its late...

Does the collaboration with the Center for Retirement Research signal a strategic shift that could influence future research and product innovation, and how might that affect the stock? Could the study’s findings lead to changes in the pricing of annuity and retirement products, affecting earnings? What are the long‑term implications for Jackson’s growth prospects, product development, and market positioning?

Symbol: JXN

Retirement

27 days ago

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Abits Group Inc Reports Unaudited Financial Results for the First Half of 2025

Hong Kong, Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abits Group Inc (NASDAQ: ABTS) is pleased to announce its half-year results for the period ended June 30, 2025.

What are the potential risks and upside catalysts that could drive the stock price in the coming weeks based on this earnings release? Are there any macroeconomic or regulatory factors mentioned that could influence Abits Group's performance going forward? What is the market's reaction to the release (pre/post trade volume, price movement) and what does it suggest about future price action?

Symbol: ABTS

Earnings

27 days ago

Purina Opens Applications for 10th Annual Pet Care Innovation Prize

Startups across the pet industry can apply for a chance to win up to $50,000 in non-dilutive funding ST. LOUIS, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina ...

Is there any risk that the prize could divert management focus or resources away from core business initiatives? Will the prize influence Nestlé’s long‑term strategic positioning in the growing pet‑care market? Are there any tax or regulatory implications associated with the non‑dilutive funding that could affect earnings?

Symbol: NSRGY

Funding

27 days ago

Viant Announces Appointment of New Head of Corporate Development

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $DSP #AdTech--Viant Technology Inc. today announced the appointment of industry veteran Eric Sterns as Head of Corporate Development.

How does this management change compare to recent leadership moves at peer companies? What are the expectations for changes in Viant's capital allocation or financing activities under the new leadership? Will the new Head of Corporate Development accelerate product development or market expansion plans?

Symbol: VIANT

Management

27 days ago

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Firstsource and Guidehealth Partner to Accelerate AI-Enabled Value-Based Care Innovation for Health Plans

MUMBAI, India & DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Firstsource Solutions Limited (NSE:FSL, BSE:532809), a leading global provider of business management services and an RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group company, today ...

Are there any regulatory or compliance considerations that could influence the partnership's success and the stock's performance? What is the anticipated effect on the company's long-term growth outlook and guidance revisions? Will the partnership have any impact on Firstsource's valuation multiples compared to peers?

Symbol: FSL

Partnership

27 days ago

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Draft Season is Here: Samuel Adams Celebrates Octoberfest and Fantasy Football’s Return

America’s #1 fall seasonal beer [1], teams up with fantasy football fanatic and The Office’s Brian Baumgartner for a limited-edition drop that honors the league heroes — the commissioners. America...

Are there any risks or potential downsides—such as supply constraints or negative consumer reaction—that could affect earnings forecasts? Could this promotion influence consumer sentiment metrics or brand perception scores in the upcoming quarter? Does this campaign align with the company’s broader strategic objectives and long‑term growth plans?

Symbol: SAM

Marketing

27 days ago

SelectQuote (SLQT) Faces Investor Securities Class Action After Stock Dropped 19% Amid Department of Justice Alleges False Claims Act Violations - Hagens Berman

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- After investors in SelectQuote (NYSE: SLQT) saw the price of their shares tumble over 19% on May 1, 2025 when the U.S. Department of Justice announced i...

What steps should be taken to manage portfolio exposure to SelectQuote amid this legal uncertainty? How will the outcome of this case impact the valuation multiples (e.g., P/E, EV/EBITDA) for SelectQuote? What precedent does this case set for similar companies in the industry and could it affect sector sentiment?

Symbol: SLQT

Lawsuits

27 days ago

Being Frenshe Expands Into Lip Wellness With Mood-Boosting Lip Care Collection

Ashley Tisdale's wellness brand brings its signature scents to a new daily ritual — launching exclusively at Target on August 18. LOS ANGELES, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Being Frenshe, the acces...

What marketing spend and promotional support is allocated to this launch, and how will it impact overall advertising ROI for Target? Is there a plan for broader rollout beyond the initial Target locations, and how might that affect future earnings guidance? How will the product’s performance be tracked against competitor launches in the lip‑wellness space (e.g., L’Oréal, Estée Lauder) and what benchmarks are set?

Symbol: TGT

Product launch

27 days ago