BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Novanta Inc. (Nasdaq: NOVT) (the "Company"), a trusted technology partner to medical and advanced technology equipment manufacturers, announced today that Chuck Ravetto, Chief Operating Officer, will be participating at the CJS Securities 26 Annual New Ideas for the New Year Investor Conference on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, which is being held virtually. More information about Novanta is available on the Company's website at www.novanta.com. For additional information, please cont ...

Core Insights - Rivian has introduced an update for its second-generation R1 electric vehicles, featuring a new "Universal Hands-Free" driving software that allows hands-free driving on over 3.5 million miles of roads in the U.S. and Canada [1][2] Group 1: Software Update and Features - The "Universal Hands-Free" feature significantly expands Rivian's driver assistance capabilities, increasing from 135,000 miles of highways to over 3.5 million miles of roads [2][3] - The updated software includes additional features such as a new digital key for second-generation R1 vehicles and the "Kick Turn" feature for quad-motor variants [5] Group 2: Future Developments - Rivian plans to develop a new autonomy computer with custom silicon for its upcoming R2 SUV, set to debut in 2026, which aims to achieve full autonomy [4] - The company has outlined plans to enable point-to-point autonomous driving, although this feature is not expected to be available until 2026 [3]

Core Points - AL Sydbank A/S has publicly disclosed transactions involving shares conducted by its managers and closely associated persons, in compliance with Article 19 of the Market Abuse Regulation [1]. Group 1 - The announcement is categorized as Company Announcement No 69/2025, dated 18 December 2025 [1]. - The document references attached tables that provide detailed information about the transactions [2]. - The communication is signed off by AL Sydbank A/S, indicating formal acknowledgment of the transactions [3].

Core Points - The Academy Awards will transition from ABC to YouTube for streaming starting in 2029, with ABC continuing to broadcast until 2028, marking the 100th Oscars [1][4] - YouTube will hold global streaming rights for the Oscars from 2029 to 2033, including all related events such as red-carpet coverage and nominations announcements [2][3] - This partnership is seen as a significant move for the Academy, aiming to reach a larger global audience and enhance accessibility for Academy members and the film community [3][5] Industry Impact - The deal represents the first major award show among the big four (Oscars, Grammys, Emmys, Tonys) to completely move away from traditional broadcast television, placing the Oscars in the hands of Google and YouTube, which has around 2 billion viewers [3][5] - The Oscars will be available for free streaming worldwide on YouTube, with additional features like multilingual audio tracks and closed captioning, enhancing viewer engagement [4][5] - YouTube's significant market share in streaming, accounting for 12.9% of all television and streaming content consumed in November, positions it as a leading platform for reaching younger audiences compared to competitors like Netflix [7]

Market Overview - The U.S. equity markets have experienced a downtrend, marked by a four-day losing streak due to concerns over economic health and high valuations of AI firms [1] - Job additions in November were better than expected at 64,000, surpassing the forecast of 45,000, yet the unemployment rate rose to a four-year high of 4.6%, raising doubts about the economy's state [1] Oil Market Impact - Crude oil prices in the U.S. have fallen to their lowest levels since 2021, influenced by a looming surplus in the market, adding to investor concerns [2] Investment Strategies - Investors are advised to consider momentum stocks as a strategy to navigate current market volatility, with examples including Dillard's, Inc. (DDS), Sanmina Corporation (SANM), and CommScope Holding Company, Inc. (COMM) [2] - Momentum investing is characterized by the principle of "buying high and selling higher," capitalizing on established trends [3] Momentum Stock Screening - A screening strategy has been developed to identify momentum anomaly stocks, focusing on the top 50 stocks with the best percentage price change over the last 52 weeks [5] - From these, the bottom 10 performers over the past week are selected to identify those experiencing short-term pullbacks [6] - Stocks with a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) and a Momentum Style Score of B or better are prioritized, indicating a higher probability of success [7] Selected Stocks - Dillard's, Inc. has seen a price increase of 49.1% over the past year but has declined by 11.4% in the past week, holding a Momentum Score of B [10] - Sanmina Corporation's stock has jumped 82.4% in the past year but fell by 15.6% in the past week, also with a Momentum Score of B [12] - CommScope has surged 189.9% over the past year but lost 11.8% in the past week, maintaining a Momentum Score of B [14]

Core Insights - Cloud computing is becoming increasingly popular due to its cost-effectiveness, allowing enterprises to reduce operating costs associated with on-site data centers and IT management [1][2] - The global cloud computing market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 20.4% from 2025 to 2030, impacting various industries such as healthcare, finance, education, retail, and manufacturing [3] - Cloud computing stocks are currently favored by investors, with a focus on companies that have strong fundamentals and Zacks Rank [4] Company Insights - **Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)**: Dominates the cloud computing market, particularly in the IaaS sector through Amazon Web Services (AWS), which is a high-margin business. AWS's expanding customer base is expected to support Amazon's market leadership [5][6] - **Atlassian Corporation (TEAM)**: Offers cloud-based software solutions for collaboration and workforce management. The company anticipates an $18 billion annual revenue opportunity from its existing customer base, with a focus on integrating generative AI features to enhance its offerings [10][11] - **Cloudflare, Inc. (NET)**: Provides a suite of integrated cloud services, including cybersecurity solutions. The company is well-positioned for growth through its Zero Trust security integrations and has a strong presence in the cybersecurity domain [13][14] Performance Metrics - **Amazon (AMZN)**: Has an average broker recommendation of 1.17, with a stock gain of 4.1% over the past six months. Earnings estimates for the current fiscal year have increased by 15.1% since December 2024 [7] - **Atlassian (TEAM)**: Holds an average broker recommendation of 1.54, with long-term earnings growth expectations of 20.5%. The stock has gained 10.5% in the past month, and earnings estimates have risen by 19.6% and 9.7% for the current and next fiscal years, respectively [12] - **Cloudflare (NET)**: Exhibits long-term earnings growth expectations of 26.8%, with a stock gain of 76.3% over the past year. Earnings estimates have increased by 9.6% and 11.5% for the current and next fiscal years, respectively [15]

Key Takeaways NVO is pursuing approval for Wegovy 7.2 mg to counter slowing sales amid rising GLP-1 competition.STEP UP showed Wegovy 7.2 mg delivered 20.7% average weight loss vs 17.5% with the 2.4 mg dose.NVO has filed for the approval of Wegovy 7.2 mg in the U.S. and EU, with decisions expected in 2026.Novo Nordisk (NVO) is a leading player in the obesity market, driven by its blockbuster GLP-1 therapy Wegovy (semaglutide). However, despite being a core growth driver, Wegovy’s sales momentum has slowed i ...

Key Takeaways Biotechnology segment at DHR posted 6.5% core revenue growth in Q3 2025 on sustained bioprocessing momentum.Strong consumables and mAbs demand drove bioprocessing orders higher for a ninth quarter at Danaher.Despite equipment demand headwinds, Danaher expects Biotechnology core revenues to rise about 5% in Q4 2025.Danaher Corporation (DHR) has been benefiting from strength in its Biotechnology segment. In the third quarter of 2025, the segment’s core revenues increased 6.5% on a year-over-year ...

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WisdomTree, Inc. (WT) closed the last trading session at $11.8, gaining 7.8% over the past four weeks, but there could be plenty of upside left in the stock if short-term price targets set by Wall Street analysts are any guide. The mean price target of $15.13 indicates a 28.2% upside potential.The mean estimate comprises six short-term price targets with a standard deviation of $1.5. While the lowest estimate of $13.25 indicates a 12.3% increase from the current price level, the most optimistic analyst expe ...