Group 1 - The core viewpoint on mREITs for short-term investors is a Hold due to sensitivity to yield curve dynamics and margin compression amid an uncertain macroeconomic environment [1] - Current challenges include an inverted or flattening yield curve, limited visibility from the Federal Reserve, and risks associated with mortgage-backed securities (MBS) valuations [1] - The analyst emphasizes a long-term perspective on value creation, focusing on macroeconomic trends, corporate earnings, and financial statement analysis to provide actionable investment ideas [1]

Group 1 - ASM International N.V. has conducted share repurchases totaling 23,754 shares at an average price of €475.52, amounting to a total repurchased value of €11,295,546 [1][2] - The share buyback program, which commenced on April 30, 2025, has a total budget of €150 million, with 18.2% of the program completed to date [2] - ASM International specializes in designing and manufacturing equipment and process solutions for semiconductor device production, with operations in the United States, Europe, and Asia [2]

Siili Solutions Plc: Decision to Commence Share Buyback Programme Siili Solutions Plc Stock Exchange Release 26 May 2025 at 15:30 EEST The Board of Directors of Siili Solutions Plc (“Siili” or the “Company”) has resolved to commence the repurchase of the Company’s own shares based on the authorisation granted by the Annual General Meeting held on 8 April 2025. The Company may repurchase a maximum of 31,000 shares in one or several instalments, corresponding to approximately 0.38% of the Company’s total numb ...

On 5 May 2025, Schouw & Co. initiated a share buy-back programme as outlined in Company Announcement no. 20 of 2 May 2025. Under the programme, Schouw & Co. will acquire shares for up to DKK 120 million during the period 5 May to 31 December 2025. The buy-back will be structured in accordance with Regulation (EU) No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on market abuse (MAR) and the Commission’s delegated regulation (EU) 2016/1052 of 8 March 2016 (“Safe Harbour” rules). Tr ...

Core Viewpoint - Danske Bank has initiated a share buy-back program totaling DKK 5 billion, aiming to repurchase up to 45 million shares from February 10, 2025, to January 30, 2026 [1][2]. Group 1: Share Buy-Back Program Details - The share buy-back program is conducted in compliance with the Market Abuse Regulation and Safe Harbour Rules [2]. - As of the last announcement, Danske Bank has repurchased 6,021,965 shares at an average price of DKK 225.3747, totaling a gross value of DKK 1,357,198,355 [3]. - In week 21, the bank repurchased an additional 304,501 shares at an average price of DKK 254.8387, with a total gross value of DKK 77,598,630 [4]. Group 2: Cumulative Transactions - The total number of shares repurchased during the entire buy-back program has reached 6,326,466, representing 0.758% of Danske Bank's share capital [4].

Norwegian Cruise Line ( NCLH ) shares are down more than 31% year-to-date on the back of the macroeconomic backdrop. However, in its most recent earnings release, the company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, despite the earnings miss and warning for softer consumer demand for moreMitko Atanasov holds an MA in Finance and has served as an equity analyst for one of the UK's largest asset management firms. His Personal stock market experience began in 2010 as a long-term investor. Since then, he has capitali ...

Core Viewpoint - Unum Group has approved a 10% increase in its dividend, making it an attractive option for yield-seeking investors due to its higher dividend yield compared to the industry average [1][2]. Group 1: Dividend and Capital Deployment - The recent dividend hike marks the 16th increase in the last 15 years, with a 10-year CAGR of 10.8% [2]. - The company estimates a dividend payout of $300-$330 million in 2025 [2]. - Unum Group has a strong capital and liquidity position, supported by cash flow generation, which instills confidence in its capital deployment strategy [2][4]. Group 2: Share Buybacks - Unum Group has been actively buying back shares, with a $200 million repurchase in Q1 2025 and plans for at least the same amount in Q2 [3]. - A $1 billion buyback program was approved, starting on April 1, 2025, with expectations to buy back $0.5-$1 billion in shares throughout 2025 [3]. Group 3: Operational Performance - Unum Group is the leading disability income writer and the second-largest writer of voluntary business in the U.S., demonstrating strong operating performance across key insurance segments [5]. - The two primary divisions, Unum U.S. and Colonial Life, have shown ongoing growth in operating income, driven by disciplined sales efforts and increasing premium income [6]. Group 4: Growth Projections - The company forecasts high-single-digit sales growth and 4% to 7% premium growth over the long term, with earnings growth expected between 6% and 10% for 2025 [7]. - Unum Group maintains a robust capital position, with a return on equity of 14.2%, although it lags behind the industry average of 15.5% [7]. Group 5: Stock Performance and Valuation - Shares of Unum Group have gained 6.5%, outperforming the industry growth of 2% and the sector's return of 3.9% [8]. - The current price-to-book multiple is 1.24, above its five-year median of 0.87, indicating that the shares are relatively expensive [9]. - Compared to other insurers like Prudential Financial Inc and Lincoln National Corporation, Unum Group shares are also considered expensive [10]. Group 6: Analyst Sentiment - The Zacks average price target for Unum Group is $92.36 per share, suggesting a potential 16% upside from the last closing price [12]. - However, the consensus estimates for 2025 and 2026 earnings have seen slight declines of 0.7% and 0.6%, reflecting analysts' muted sentiment [12].

理解智能，并不只是研究者和工程师的课题。 文 丨 程曼祺 刘倩 大模型看起来已具备智能的形式：能陪你聊天，步步思考，做高等数学题，高效地写代码……这对很 多人来说已经足够——足以带来更多研究成果、产品机会、巨额投资和股价攀升。 而马毅是那类觉得不够的人，他于无声处开始提问：智能的本质是什么？ 这个问题的题面简单，答案却尚无共识。马毅认为，对智能的理解不应过于表面和短期，而应回到源 头厘清智能诞生和发展的历史。 自 2000 年从伯克利大学博士毕业以来，马毅先后任职于伊利诺伊大学香槟分校（UIUC）、微软亚研 院、上海科技大学、伯克利大学和香港大学，现担任香港大学计算与数据科学学院院长。他和团队提 出的压缩感知技术，到现在还在影响计算机视觉中模式识别领域的发展。 在浩瀚的宇宙里，除了我们正在一手制造却尚不完全可解释的 "机器智能" ，人类所见识过的智能只有 一个大样本：生命。 马毅认为，智能的本质是 "学习"——生命就是智能的载体，从 DNA 出现，到神经系统诞生和寒武纪 物种大爆发，再到人类的语言与数学的诞生，智能有不同的表现形式；但不变的是，智能都是在学习 外部世界的知识与规律，从而进行预测，使知识可以为我 ...

Core Insights - The domestic oilseed futures market experienced a mixed performance on May 23, with peanut futures declining over 1% [1] - The main peanut futures dropped by 1.17% to 8288.00 CNY/ton, while palm oil futures fell by 0.17% to 8018.00 CNY/ton [1] - Soybean meal futures increased by 0.75% to 2954.00 CNY/ton, while soybean futures saw a slight decrease of 0.36% to 4189.00 CNY/ton [1] Price Movements - The opening and closing prices for various oilseed futures on May 23 are as follows: - Soybean oil: opened at 7770.00 CNY, closed at 7760.00 CNY - Palm oil: opened at 7996.00 CNY, closed at 8032.00 CNY - Canola oil: opened at 9408.00 CNY, closed at 9388.00 CNY - Soybean meal: opened at 2944.00 CNY, closed at 2932.00 CNY - Canola meal: opened at 2563.00 CNY, closed at 2550.00 CNY - Soybean futures: opened at 4201.00 CNY, closed at 4204.00 CNY - Peanut: opened at 8350.00 CNY, closed at 8386.00 CNY [2] Warehouse Receipt Data - As of May 22, the warehouse receipt data for various oilseed futures showed: - Soybean oil: 14602 contracts, unchanged from the previous trading day - Palm oil: 330 contracts, unchanged from the previous trading day - Canola oil: 2121 contracts, decreased by 67 contracts - Soybean meal: 38311 contracts, unchanged from the previous trading day - Canola meal: 28877 contracts, decreased by 2070 contracts - Soybean futures: 30136 contracts, decreased by 600 contracts - Peanut: 600 contracts, unchanged from the previous trading day [3] Basis and Spot Prices - The basis and spot prices for various commodities are as follows: - Canola oil: spot price 9541.67 CNY, futures price 9388 CNY, basis 153 CNY, basis rate 1.60% - Canola meal: spot price 2510 CNY, futures price 2550 CNY, basis -40 CNY, basis rate -1.59% - Palm oil: spot price 8546 CNY, futures price 8032 CNY, basis 514 CNY, basis rate 6.01% - Soybean futures: spot price 4255 CNY, futures price 4204 CNY, basis 51 CNY, basis rate 1.20% - Soybean meal: spot price 2998 CNY, futures price 2932 CNY, basis 66 CNY, basis rate 2.20% - Soybean oil: spot price 8074 CNY, futures price 7760 CNY, basis 314 CNY, basis rate 3.89% [4]

Core Points - Preferred Bank has announced a new $125 million stock repurchase plan, which has been approved by shareholders [1] - The bank completed its previous $150 million stock repurchase plan, repurchasing a total of 2,146,252 shares at an average price of $70.13 per share [1] - The final tranche of the previous repurchase involved buying back 818,059 shares for $65.7 million [1] Company Overview - Preferred Bank is one of the largest independent commercial banks in California, chartered by the State of California and insured by the FDIC [3] - The bank operates from its main office in Los Angeles and has twelve full-service branches in California, as well as branches in New York and Texas [3] - Preferred Bank offers a wide range of deposit and loan products to commercial and consumer customers, focusing on small and mid-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and high net worth individuals [3]