CarMax Inc. (NYSE:KMX) reported better-than-expected third-quarter 2025 earnings on Thursday.The used-car retail giant reported earnings per share of 43 cents, beating the analyst consensus estimate of 39 cents. Adjusted earnings per share for the quarter were 51 cents, which excluded restructuring charges of 8 cents per share. Quarterly sales of $5.794 billion, down 6.9% year-over-year, surpassed the Street view of $5.678 billion.“Our unmatched physical and digital infrastructure, beloved national brand, a ...

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Sony Group has agreed to buy a controlling interest in the Peanuts franchise in a deal worth about $457 million.Sony Group buys a majority control of PeanutsThe Japanese entertainment giant will acquire an additional 41 per cent stake in Peanuts Holdings LLC from Canadian children’s media company WildBrain Ltd.This will give Sony an overall 80 per cent share in the company that manages the characters and rights to Peanuts worldwide, according to the companies. The Schulz family will retain the remaining 20 ...

Key Points The AI infrastructure specialist is bolstering its financial structure with a new round of capital raising. It has sold 1.8 million "units," consisting of shares and warrants, to a pair of institutional investors. 10 stocks we like better than SuperX Ai Technology › According to data compiled by S&P Global Market Intelligence, SuperX AI Technology (NASDAQ: SUPX) was sliding by 25% in price week-to-date as of early Friday afternoon. The company announced that it was tapping institutional ...

Key Takeaways LW posted Q2 EPS of 69 cents and sales of $1.62B, topping consensus estimates despite lower Y/Y earnings.Volume rose 8% on customer wins and share gains, while price/mix fell 8% amid pricing and trade support.North America EBITDA rose on higher volumes and cost savings, while International EBITDA fell on higher costs.Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. ((LW) reported solid second-quarter fiscal 2026 results, wherein both top and bottom lines beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate. While net sales increased, ...

Key Points ASML has monopolized a crucial technology in chipmaking. It will benefit from the rapid expansion of the cloud and AI markets. Its stock isn’t cheap, but it deserves a premium valuation. 10 stocks we like better than ASML › ASML's (NASDAQ: ASML) stock closed at a record high of $1,140.92 per share on Dec. 3. It's pulled back slightly over the past two weeks, but it's still up nearly 50% for the year. It also easily outperformed the Nasdaq Composite's year-to-date gain of about 20%. The ...

Who's grabbing control of TikTok's US assets?On Thursday, TikTok told staffers it had TikTok told staffers it had signed a deal to form a joint venture for its US business with a group of investors, according to an internal memo sent by CEO Shou Chew, which was viewed by Business Insider. The company expects the deal to close in January late, per the memo. Three managing investors will each hold a 15% stake in the new venture: Oracle, private equity firm Silver Lake, and Abu Dhabi-based investment firm M ...

Still the national leader in this unique area of complex litigation, Yarborough Applegate is leveraging the Shaw blueprint in jurisdictions across the United States. Active cases demonstrate a pattern of alleged negligence and catastrophic outcomes that the firm is working to address: "These are not isolated incidents; they are the foreseeable consequences of a corporate culture that prioritizes delivery speed over public safety,†said Alex Heaton, attorney at Yarborough Applegate. "We're here to ensure that ...

An advance tally indicates sales rose 1.2%, following declines the previous two months, hinting at a recovery in household consumption heading into the holiday season. ...

Core Insights - The article discusses the latest trends and developments in the investment banking sector, highlighting key financial metrics and market movements. Group 1: Industry Trends - Investment banking is experiencing a shift towards digital transformation, with firms increasingly adopting technology to enhance efficiency and client engagement [1] - The competitive landscape is intensifying, with new entrants leveraging innovative business models to capture market share [1] Group 2: Company Performance - Major investment banks reported a 15% increase in revenue year-over-year, driven by strong performance in advisory services and capital markets [1] - Cost management strategies have led to a 10% reduction in operational expenses across the sector, improving overall profitability [1]