Shares of application security provider F5 (NASDAQ:FFIV) jumped 2.3% in the afternoon session after the company announced its intent to acquire enterprise AI security firm CalypsoAI for $180 million.
Shares of digital infrastructure investor DigitalBridge Group (NYSE:DBRG) jumped 8.1% in the afternoon session after its portfolio company, Vantage Data Centers, secured a $1.6 billion investment to expand its operations in the Asia-Pacific region.
Shares of regional banking company Origin Bancorp (NYSE:OBK) fell 6.1% in the afternoon session after it disclosed that a customer, Tricolor Holdings, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, prompting the bank to place approximately $30.1 million in loans on non-accrual status.
Shares of technology real estate company Opendoor (NASDAQ:OPEN)
jumped 55% in the morning session after the company announced a significant management shake-up, including a new chief executive and the return of its co-founders to the board.
Shares of pharmaceutical company AbbVie (NYSE:ABBV) jumped 4.4% in the morning session after the company announced it settled litigation with generic drug manufacturers to extend patent protection for its blockbuster autoimmune drug, RINVOQ. The agreement prevents generic competition for the drug in the U.S. until at least April 2037, a significant victory for the company. This extension provides about five more years of market exclusivity than some analysts had previously expected. RINVOQ is a crucial growth driver for AbbVie, especially as it manages lost revenue from its former mega-blockbuster, Humira. The drug's sales have been climbing rapidly, reaching $6 billion the previous year and are forecast to potentially hit peak sales of over $12 billion. This settlement secures a major future revenue stream for the company.
Shares of health coverage company Centene (NYSE:CNC)
jumped 11.8% in the morning session after the company reaffirmed its optimistic 2025 earnings outlook and shared positive early data on its Medicare quality ratings.
Shares of energy drink company Celsius (NASDAQ:CELH)
jumped 2.1% in the morning session after Goldman Sachs initiated coverage on the stock with a 'Buy' rating and a $72 price target.
PepsiCo (PEP) stock is down nearly 20% in 12 months as GLP-1 fears, inflation, and margin pressure weigh. Elliott urges brand sales; its dividend stays intact.
Shares of AI lending platform Upstart (NASDAQ:UPST) fell 11.3% in the afternoon session after the successful stock market debut of "buy now, pay later" company Klarna (KLAR) created pressure on fintech peers.
Shares of behavioral health company LifeStance Health (NASDAQ:LFST)
fell 5.6% in the afternoon session after the company detailed operational challenges at a recent investor conference.
Shares of entertainment venue operator Lucky Strike (NYSE:LUCK) fell 3.5% in the afternoon session after the company announced a significant debt refinancing plan, including a $700 million senior secured notes offering and a new $1 billion term loan. The proceeds from the new debt are intended to repay existing credit facilities.
Shares of home services online marketplace ANGI (NASDAQ: ANGI)
fell 4.4% in the afternoon session after a key competitor in the home services marketplace, Urban Company, launched its Initial Public Offering (IPO).
The American economy is facing a new headwind as weakening wage growth begins to temper consumer spending, raising concerns about the pace and sustainability of the broader economic recovery. Recent data indicates a moderation in the rate at which workers' earnings are increasing, a trend that, while potentially helping to
Shares of computer hardware and IT solutions company Dell (NYSE:DELL) jumped 2.9% in the morning session after positive analyst commentary on the company's artificial intelligence (AI) prospects overshadowed news of a chief financial officer transition.
Shares of language-learning app Duolingo (NASDAQ:DUOL)
jumped 3.7% in the morning session after Baird initiated coverage on the stock with a 'Neutral' rating and a $280 price target. The price target implies a potential upside of about 3.3% from the stock's current level. While analyst Vikram Kesavabhotla affirmed Duolingo's effective product development and strong position in the language learning market, the 'Neutral' rating reflects competitive risks that may make investors cautious. The positive stock movement also comes as the company prepares to unveil major product updates, including new non-language offerings like Chess, Math, and Music, at its Duocon conference on September 16th. This follows a period of strong growth, with the company recently reporting a 41% increase in revenue and a 40% increase in daily active users.
Concerns are escalating over the Federal Reserve's long-standing independence as political pressure intensifies, raising fundamental questions about the future of U.S. monetary policy and its implications for financial markets. Recent actions from the executive branch, including an attempted dismissal of a sitting Fed governor and the nomination of individuals
Shares of fragrance and perfume company Inter Parfums (NASDAQ:IPAR)
fell 3.8% in the morning session after an analyst at Oddo BHF lowered their price target on the stock. The financial services firm cut its target price on Inter Parfums shares to €34 from a previous target of €38, while maintaining its 'neutral' rating on the stock. The decision followed the release of the company's interim results, which, according to Oddo BHF, showed a business slowdown. This revised, more cautious outlook from the analyst appears to have created concern among investors, leading to the decline in the share price during the session.
Shares of video game retailer GameStop (NYSE:GME)
jumped 4.7% in the morning session after the company reported strong second-quarter 2025 earnings that beat analyst expectations.
Shares of electricity generation and hydrogen production company Bloom Energy (NYSE:BE) jumped 16.5% in the morning session after its supplier, MTAR Technologies, announced it received significant new orders from the company, signaling a ramp-up in production for its clean energy fuel cells.
The United States economy is currently navigating a period of profound uncertainty, with a complex array of economic indicators presenting a mixed picture for policymakers, businesses, and investors alike. A heated debate rages among economists: is the nation on track for a fabled "soft landing," where inflation moderates without triggering
