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Micropolis AI Robotics, a UAE-based autonomous robotics developer, announced a $1.2 million agreement with EMSTEEL to deploy four M01 autonomous logistics robots in industrial environments. This phased project includes validation, application development, certification, and full deployment to enhance automation and operational efficiency in steel m…
Richtech Robotics Inc. (Nasdaq: RR) announced it will showcase its AI-driven ADAM robot performing live noodle preparation and delivery at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago. The demo highlights the robot's culinary precision and seamless integration with autonomous delivery, demonstrating scalable automation solutions in the …
Aemetis, Inc. announced its Q1 2026 financial results with revenues rising 27% year-over-year to $54.6 million driven by growth in California Ethanol, Dairy Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), and India Biodiesel segments. The company generated a gross profit of $2.8 million, reversing a gross loss from the prior year, and improved operating loss by appro…
Aardvark Therapeutics announced voluntary pauses in enrollment and dosing for its Phase 3 ARD-101 trial in Prader-Willi Syndrome and its ARD-201 obesity program following unexpected reversible cardiac observations in a healthy volunteer trial. The company is working with the FDA to determine next steps and plans to provide further guidance in Q2 20…
Viasat, Inc. has announced the appointment of Shekar Ayyar and Jinhy Yoon to its Board of Directors and Strategic Review Committee, aimed at strengthening the board with expertise in technology, finance, and governance. Concurrently, Viasat has entered a cooperation agreement with Carronade Capital Management, a significant shareholder advocating f…
Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. has appointed Scott Smith, an industry veteran with extensive experience in petroleum upgrading, as Program Director for Petroleum Technology Solutions. This strategic hire supports Aduro's advancement of its Hydrochemolytic™ Technology (HCT) in upgrading paraffinic crude oils and bitumen, progressing from lab validati…
Enphase Energy announced it has signed a new safe harbor agreement with a U.S. third-party ownership solar and battery financing company. This agreement, valued at approximately $52 million, covers IQ9 Microinverters for residential and commercial solar projects and is expected to generate revenue between 2027 and 2030. The deal increases Enphase's…
DarkIris Inc., a Hong Kong-based mobile game developer and operator listed on Nasdaq, announced a 16-for-1 share consolidation effective May 11, 2026, to comply with Nasdaq listing standards and optimize its capital structure. This move aims to enhance institutional investor appeal and support the company's growth strategy, which includes leveragin…
LGI Homes has announced the grand opening of Willow Estates, a new single-family home community in Shelby, NC offering 246 move-in-ready homes with modern upgrades and affordable pricing starting in the upper $200,000s. The development targets families and first-time buyers seeking quality homes with convenient access to Charlotte and nearby amenit…
MBX Biosciences reported Q1 2026 financial results highlighting progress in its endocrine and metabolic disorder pipeline. Key updates include the acceptance of Phase 2 trial data of canvuparatide for oral presentation at ENDO 2026, readiness to initiate Phase 3 trial in Q3 2026, and expansion of its obesity program with new candidate nominations. …
vTv Therapeutics announced management's participation in two upcoming investor conferences in May 2026, highlighting their late-stage clinical development of cadisegliatin, an oral adjunctive therapy for type 1 diabetes currently in Phase 3 trials. The company plans to webcast fireside chats providing updates on their pipeline. Cadisegliatin has re…
Freshworks Inc. announced that Tyler Sloat, COO and CFO, will participate in a fireside chat at the 21st Annual Needham Technology, Media & Consumer Conference, with a replay available on their investor relations website. The company highlighted its AI-powered service software solutions trusted by major clients.
Krystal Biotech, a commercial-stage biotechnology company specializing in genetic medicines, announced its participation in the BofA Securities 2026 Health Care Conference. CEO Krish S. Krishnan will engage in a fireside chat and hold investor meetings, with a webcast available for public viewing. The company focuses on innovative gene therapy trea…
NRx Pharmaceuticals has received FDA clearance to begin a phase 2/3 clinical trial testing NRX-101 combined with Robotic-enabled Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) versus placebo in patients with treatment-resistant depression and suicidality. The trial aims to enroll 240+ patients at academic, military, and clinical sites across the US. This …
Jefferies' channel checks show a deterioration in demand for China white goods in April and the first days of May versus the first quarter of 2026, with air conditioners leading the slowdown. Early May retail sales fell by double-digit percentage points year-on-year during the May 1-5 period. Retail prices have risen an estimated 3% to 5% year-to-d…
Citigroup unveiled a new adjusted return on tangible common equity (ROTCE) target of 11% to 13% for 2027 and 2028, signaling confidence in CEO Jane Fraser’s multi-year reorganization. The goal exceeds the bank’s current-year ambition of 10% to 11% and follows a strong first quarter in which Citi posted a 13.1% ROTCE and its highest quarterly revenu…
Vericel Corporation reported a 30% increase in Q1 2026 total revenue to $68.4 million, driven by growth in both its MACI and Burn Care franchises. The company achieved a 72% gross margin and a 195% increase in adjusted EBITDA, despite a net loss reduction to $6.3 million. Vericel raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance by $10 million to a range …
ZenaTech, a Nasdaq-listed AI drone and Drone as a Service provider, announced its agreement to acquire a well-established Australian land surveying and spatial services company, marking its 22nd DaaS acquisition and entry into the Australian and Asia-Pacific markets. The acquisition enhances ZenaTech's presence in infrastructure, public works, and …
Wolfe Research analyst Stephanie Roth estimates that about half of the near 40 basis point increase in 10-year Treasury yields since the start of the U.S.-Iran conflict is linked to that shock, with the rest stemming from stronger growth and the unwinding of an earlier rally. If an agreement is reached, Wolfe Research expects only a portion of the …
Copart (CPRT) is a durable, wide-moat vehicle auction and remarketing platform generating strong free cash flow and high returns on capital. After recent earnings softness and multiple compression, the stock trades at roughly $33 and offers a compelling risk-reward for a position trade. We lay out an entry, stop and target with a 180 trading-day ho…
Papa John’s International reported first-quarter revenue and adjusted earnings below analyst expectations as customer visits lagged, particularly in the U.S., amid elevated living costs. North America comparable sales declined for a third straight quarter and shares fell in premarket trading. The company maintained its full-year guidance while an o…
Sterling inched higher against the dollar on Thursday as markets consolidated a risk-driven rally sparked by signs of de-escalation in the Gulf. GBP/USD and EUR/USD traded in narrow ranges after an initial surge, while investors weighed the potential for a limited Iran-U.S. agreement alongside UK local election outcomes that could reshape political…
Americold Realty Trust and EQT’s Active Core Infrastructure fund have agreed to form a joint venture centered on temperature-controlled warehouses across North America. Americold will contribute 12 facilities valued at more than $1.3 billion at inception, with EQT taking a 70% ownership stake and Americold holding 30% while continuing to manage day…
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $57.2 million, with a 29% increase in Adjusted EBITDA to $23.7 million and a 41% margin. Despite a 5% revenue decline due to divestitures and restructuring, core business segments, particularly Interactive, showed strong growth—Interactive revenue grew 38% year-over-year. The compa…
Mobilicom Limited (Nasdaq: MOB) will participate in two significant U.S. events, XPONENTIAL 2026 and Loitering Munitions USA, showcasing its cybersecurity-focused autonomous drone and robotics solutions. CEO Oren Elkayam will present on preventing cascade failures in autonomous fleets, highlighting the company's innovation and role in secured auton…
