CarMax signals aggressive pricing and $150M SG&A reduction plan amid leadership transition (NYSE:KMX)
Seeking Alpha· 2025-12-18 19:08
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3 Renewable Energy Stocks Poised for Explosive Growth in 2026
ZACKS· 2025-12-18 19:07
Key Takeaways Renewables are projected to overtake coal by 2026, reaching 36% of global electricity generation.Per EIA, U.S. renewable power share is expected to rise from 22% in 2024 to 25% by 2026, led by solar growth.Massive investments in solar, wind and battery storage are driving capacity additions through 2030.In 2025, U.S. renewables accounted for the majority of capacity growth, driven mainly by strong additions in solar and wind capacity and unprecedented levels of public and private investment. A ...
TotalEnergies Signs 21-Year Renewable Solar Power Deal With Google
ZACKS· 2025-12-18 19:07
Key Takeaways TotalEnergies will supply 1 TWh of solar power over 21 years to Google's Malaysian data centers.The deal extends an existing partnership, following Google's selection of TTE for U.S. data center power. The agreement supports TTE's clean energy strategy and expands its renewable presence in Southeast Asia. TotalEnergies SE (TTE) has confirmed a long-term 21-year deal to supply clean electricity to Google’s Malaysian data centers. Set to commence construction in early 2026, the Citra Energies so ...
Why Enterprise Is Poised for Higher Discretionary Cash Flows in 2026
ZACKS· 2025-12-18 19:07
Key Takeaways EPD expects 2026 to be an inflection point for free cash flows after a four-year investment cycle.Enterprise says major projects like the Bahia NGL pipeline and Neches River Terminal are nearing completion.EPD expects organic growth capex to fall toward $2-$2.5B, boosting cash for debt retirement and buybacks.Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD) , a well-known name in the midstream energy landscape, earns consistent fee-based income from its extensive portfolio of pipeline and storage assets. ...
Trulieve Applauds Trump Administration Decision To Reschedule Marijuana to Schedule III
Prnewswire· 2025-12-18 19:07
Reclassification Eases Barriers to Research and Removes Punitive 280E Tax Burden TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Dec. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) ("Trulieve" or "the Company"), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., applauds action taken by the Trump Administration to reclassify marijuana to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. "This bold and historic direction from President Trump represents long overdue change and a major milestone in ...
Trump signs executive order easing federal restrictions on marijuana
Business Insider· 2025-12-18 19:06
President Donald Trump is easing some federal restrictions on marijuana. Trump signed an executive order on Thursday that will reclassify marijuana to a Schedule III drug, putting it on par with drugs like ketamine and anabolic steroids."We have people begging for me to do this, people that are in great pain," Trump said during an event in the Oval Office, flanked by several doctors. The order falls short of fully legalizing marijuana, but it will make it easier for researchers to study the drug. Trump sa ...
Trump signs executive order reclassifying pot, opening door to broader access
CNBC· 2025-12-18 19:05
U.S. President Donald Trump sits in the Oval Office to sign executive orders, at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., Dec. 18, 2025.President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday directing federal agencies to reclassify marijuana, loosening long-standing restrictions on the drug and marking the most consequential shift in U.S. cannabis policy in more than half a century.The order, once finalized by the Drug Enforcement Administration, moves cannabis out of Schedule I classification — the mo ...
HDFC, BoB raise $1.5 billion from overseas loan market
The Economic Times· 2025-12-18 19:04
“MUFG was the sole lender in the HDFC Bank transaction, which was priced at 94 basis points above the three-month benchmark SOFR (secured overnight financing rate) for a three-year period. HDFC Bank has raised the money from its GIFT branch for its on-lending purposes, which is a rare borrowing for the bank,” a person aware of the transaction said on condition of anonymity.A basis point is a hundredth of a percentage point.An HDFC Bank spokesperson did not reply to an email seeking comment. An MUFG spokesp ...
Trump moves to ease cannabis restrictions - what does it mean for consumers?
Reuters· 2025-12-18 19:04
U.S. President Donald Trump said he will direct the U.S. Department of Justice to reclassify cannabis as a less dangerous drug. Here's a look at what that would mean for people shopping at dispensarie... ...
Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:LULU) Maintains Hold Rating Amidst Leadership Changes and Elliott Management's Investment
Financial Modeling Prep· 2025-12-18 19:03
Core Viewpoint - Lululemon Athletica is experiencing significant changes, including a major investment from Elliott Management and potential leadership shifts, which may impact its market position and future performance [2][3][5]. Company Overview - Lululemon Athletica specializes in high-quality athleisure wear, appealing to both fitness enthusiasts and casual wearers, and competes with major brands like Nike and Under Armour [1]. Stock Performance - Lululemon's stock price is currently $207.87, reflecting a 0.55% increase, with fluctuations between $201.01 and $209.45 during the trading day [4]. - The stock has seen a notable increase of nearly 8% in premarket trading due to Elliott Management's acquisition of a $1 billion stake [3][6]. - Over the past year, Lululemon's stock has experienced highs of $423.32 and lows of $159.25, indicating significant volatility [4]. Analyst Ratings - Jefferies maintains a "Hold" rating for Lululemon and has raised the price target from $170 to $200, reflecting a more optimistic outlook for the company's future performance [2][6]. Strategic Changes - Elliott Management's investment positions it as a major shareholder, advocating for a shake-up in the CEO position to rejuvenate the brand [3][5]. - The current CEO is set to step down in January, and Elliott Management is collaborating with Jane Nielsen, a former Ralph Lauren executive, for the CEO role [5].