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Group 1: Stock Highlights - West Bancorporation, Inc. (WTBA) has seen a 7.4% increase in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings over the last 60 days and offers a dividend yield of 4.2%, surpassing the industry average of 2.7% [1] - Phillips 66 (PSX) has experienced a 15.7% increase in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings over the last 60 days, with a dividend yield of 3.6%, also above the industry average of 2.7% [2] - Invesco Ltd. (IVZ) has had a 6.6% increase in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings over the last 60 days [2] Group 2: Dividend Yield Comparison - The average dividend yield for the industry is 2.7%, with West Bancorporation, Phillips 66, and another unnamed company offering yields of 4.2%, 3.6%, and 3.2% respectively, indicating strong income characteristics [1][2][3]

Core Viewpoint - Benxi is positioning itself as a premier winter tourism destination with a series of events and attractions that combine natural beauty, wellness experiences, and local culinary delights, set to launch on December 25, 2025 [1][4]. Group 1: Winter Tourism Events - The "Hot Springs amidst Winter Winds and Snow, Warmth in Benxi" series will feature integrated products such as "Ice & Snow + Hot Springs," "Ice & Snow + Folk Culture," and "Ice & Snow + Cuisine" [1]. - The events aim to showcase Benxi's unique winter tourism appeal, leveraging its natural landscapes and cultural heritage [1][4]. Group 2: Natural Attractions - Benxi's winter landscapes include majestic ice waterfalls, snow-covered Manchu villages, and a kilometer-long snow ring at Dabinggou Forest Park, creating a picturesque winter environment [3]. - The "fire and ice" wellness experience, combining outdoor hot springs with winter scenery, is highlighted as a unique attraction for visitors [3]. Group 3: Culinary Offerings - Benxi is recognized as a "Manchu Culinary Landmark City," offering winter specialties such as Xiaoshi lamb soup, charcoal-grilled rainbow trout, and Manchu hot pot, which provide warmth and comfort [3]. Group 4: Overall Tourism Appeal - The city is emerging as a top cold-season tourist destination due to its rich ice-and-snow resources, high-quality tourism services, and vibrant folk culture [4]. - Benxi invites visitors to enjoy a diverse range of activities, from skiing and hot springs to cultural performances and family-friendly events [4].

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U.S. stock futures rose on Friday after Thursday’s higher close. Futures of major benchmark indices advanced.On Thursday, the November report showed that annual CPI inflation slowed to 2.7% from 3% in September. Because the Bureau of Labor Statistics lacked October survey-based prices, it carried forward September levels, effectively assuming zero inflation for a missing month. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday, directing federal agencies to loosen regulations on mariju ...

Market Overview - U.S. stock futures rose on Friday following a higher close on Thursday, with major benchmark indices advancing [1] - The November CPI inflation rate decreased to 2.7% from 3% in September, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics carrying forward September levels due to a lack of October data [1] Futures Performance - Dow Jones futures increased by 0.11%, S&P 500 by 0.33%, Nasdaq 100 by 0.48%, and Russell 2000 by 0.32% [3] - The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) was up 0.012% at $676.55, while Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (QQQ) advanced 0.48% to $612.03 [3] Company Highlights - Oracle Corp. shares jumped 5.65% after ByteDance signed agreements to shift control of TikTok's U.S. operations to a joint venture including Oracle [7] - Coty Inc. shares rose 1.54% as it is set to receive $750 million from the sale of its Wella business to KKR [7] - BlackBerry Ltd. shares declined 5.75% despite reporting third-quarter revenue of $141.8 million, exceeding analyst estimates [7] - Nike Inc. shares fell by 10.06% despite better-than-expected second-quarter results, citing expectations of narrower margins and lower revenue from China [13] - FedEx Corp. shares decreased by 1.04% despite positive financial results and raised guidance for FY2026 [13] Analyst Insights - Scott Wren from Wells Fargo Investment Institute projects a positive trajectory for the U.S. stock market and economy through 2026, driven by an improving economy and moderating inflation [10] - Wren notes the widening spread between 10-year and 2-year Treasury yields, the largest since January 2022, which historically correlates with stronger equity performance [10] Economic Indicators - Upcoming economic data includes speeches from New York Fed President John Williams and releases of existing home sales and consumer sentiment data [11]

TasFoods has received two proposals for its Nichols poultry business as the Australian group continues to reassess the business unit. In a statement yesterday (18 December), the Launceston, Tasmania-based company said the proposals are “indicative non-binding” in nature. The parties behind the approaches were not named. TasFoods said it is “pro-actively” engaging with the parties and is considering “all options, including divestment” while stressing the approaches are “not at an advanced stage”. At th ...

Core Insights - Five stocks have been added to the Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) List, indicating strong potential for investment returns Group 1: Stocks with Increased Earnings Estimates - Phillips 66 (PSX): The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has increased by 15.7% over the last 60 days [1] - MongoDB, Inc. (MDB): The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has increased by 27% over the last 60 days [1] - Hallador Energy Company (HNRG): The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has increased by 84.9% over the last 60 days [2] - SiriusPoint Ltd. (SPNT): The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has increased by 7.6% over the last 60 days [2] - John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (JBSS): The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has increased by 7.8% over the last 60 days [2]

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Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has called his exit from PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:PYPL) a "palace coup" against the billionaire.Peter Thiel Reported To Me, Says Elon MuskResponding to a post on the social media platform X on Friday by user @jasonlk, which had a video claiming that Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR) co-founder Peter Thiel fired Musk, also sharing that when SpaceX was going to shut its doors, Musk went to the PayPal founder's fund and was given his share by Thiel " ...