GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS), one of the nation's largest homebuilders and an industry leader in online home sales, has been recognized as one of the highest-ranked homebuilders on Newsweek's list of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for the third consecutive year. This prestigious list, presented by Newsweek in collaboration with Statista—a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider—is now available on Newsweek's website. ...

Portfolio & Leasing - The portfolio is 99.7% leased, demonstrating stability[11] - Same-store rent growth has averaged 1.4% over the last four quarters, indicating consistent performance[11] - Only 5.8% of ABR is expiring through 2029, with a strong 3.8x coverage ratio, minimizing near-term risk[11] - Top 10 tenants represent just 17.6% of ABR, showcasing diversification[11, 26] - 93% of cash ABR comes from service-oriented and experience-based tenants[30] Financials & Capital - Proforma Net Debt / Annualized Adjusted EBITDAre is 3.1x at 4Q'24-end, indicating low leverage[11] - The company has ~$1.5 billion of pro forma liquidity, providing excellent financial flexibility[11] - Weighted average debt maturity is 4.2 years, and the weighted average interest rate is 4.1%, reflecting well-laddered, low-cost debt[11, 84] - The company raised ~$309 million of common equity in 1Q'25, including ~$288 million through an overnight forward offering[11] Investment Activity - The company closed investments of ~$329 million in 2025 to date at ~7.7% cash yield[11] - ~$247 million of investments are under PSA or LOI, with a 2Q'25 expected cash yield of ~7.8%[11] - ~$24 million of dispositions closed in 2025 to date at 7.0% cash yield, with ~$26 million under PSA at 7.1% yield, demonstrating accretive capital recycling[11]

Core Insights - Zscaler's 2025 Phishing Report reveals a significant shift in phishing tactics, with cybercriminals leveraging Generative AI for targeted attacks against critical business functions, emphasizing the need for a Zero Trust + AI defense strategy [2][3] Phishing Trends - Global phishing attempts decreased by 20%, with a nearly 32% drop in the U.S., attributed to improved email authentication standards, yet emerging markets like Brazil, Hong Kong, and the Netherlands are experiencing increased phishing activity [4] - Established markets such as India, Germany, and the UK continue to face persistent phishing threats as attackers adapt to local patterns [4] Attack Methods - Phishing campaigns are increasingly exploiting community platforms like Facebook, Telegram, Steam, and Instagram for brand spoofing, malware distribution, and social engineering attacks, with tech support scams reaching over 159 million hits in 2024 [5][8] - Cybercriminals are utilizing Generative AI to enhance their attacks, creating fake websites and deepfake content to deceive users, particularly targeting sensitive departments like payroll, finance, and HR [6][7] Defensive Strategies - Zscaler's Zero Trust Exchange provides comprehensive protection against evolving phishing threats by securing users, applications, and data throughout the attack chain, highlighting the importance of a proactive, multi-layered defense approach [8][10] - The company emphasizes the necessity of AI-powered defenses to counteract the sophisticated tactics employed by cybercriminals [3][10]

Core Insights - Concentrix Corporation has been recognized as a Leader in the Trust and Safety Services PEAK Matrix Assessment 2025 by Everest Group for the fifth consecutive year, highlighting its significant market impact and successful service delivery [1][2] Company Performance - Among 28 assessed providers, Concentrix ranked third for Market Impact and fourth for Vision and Capability, reinforcing its position as a top performer in the industry [2] - The company has made substantial technology investments in areas such as annotation, labeling, content moderation, wellness, identity verification, and analytics, enhancing its human moderation offerings [4] AI and Innovation - Concentrix's focus on integrated AI support is identified as a key strength, particularly in training and managing AI models for clients [3] - The introduction of a new wellness model aims to enhance moderator care at scale, utilizing intelligent systems to monitor well-being and promote long-term mental health across global teams [3][4] Industry Context - The demand for trusted partners in ensuring the safety and integrity of online platforms is increasing, driven by challenges in content moderation, policy enforcement, and the deployment of Generative AI models [4]

Northern Trust (NTRS) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 22, 2025 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Jennifer Childe - Senior VP & Director of Investor RelationsMichael O'grady - Chairman & CEODavid Fox - Chief Financial OfficerSteven Chubak - Managing DirectorBetsy Graseck - Managing DirectorMike Mayo - Managing DirectorEbrahim Poonawala - Managing Director - Head of North American Banks ResearchGerard Cassidy - Managing DirectorDavid Smith - Vice President Equity ResearchAlex Blostein - Managing Director Conferenc ...

Core Viewpoint - Sun Communities, Inc. will release its first quarter 2025 operating results on May 5, 2025, and will host a conference call on May 6, 2025, to discuss these results [1]. Company Overview - Sun Communities, Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that, as of December 31, 2024, owned, operated, or had an interest in a portfolio of 645 developed properties, comprising approximately 176,390 developed sites and about 48,760 wet slips and dry storage spaces across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom [4].

Core Viewpoint - Google is facing significant antitrust challenges, with a recent ruling declaring it holds illegal monopolies in online advertising markets, complicating its efforts to navigate a competitive landscape increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence [1][2][3]. Antitrust Rulings - A federal judge ruled that Google has illegal monopolies in online advertising, marking a second major antitrust setback within a year, following a ruling on its monopoly in internet search [2][5]. - The judge found that Google's practices "substantially harmed" publishers and users, controlling two of the three segments of the advertising technology market [5][6]. Market Competition and Economic Factors - Google is contending with new competition from generative AI technologies, such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, which provide alternative information search methods [3]. - The company is also facing potential declines in advertising spending due to economic concerns, including the impact of new tariffs [3]. Financial Performance - Alphabet, Google's parent company, is set to report its first-quarter results, with its stock price having fallen over 20% this year [4]. Future Implications - The Justice Department's request for Google to divest parts of its ad-tech business could create opportunities for smaller competitors to gain market share [7]. - The remedies trial is expected to address the consequences of the antitrust rulings, with potential outcomes including the breakup of Google's Chrome browser and the elimination of exclusive agreements [9]. Industry Insights - Analysts suggest that the revenue impact from the ad market ruling could be more severe than that from the search case, as the ad business is a primary revenue source for Google [12][13]. - The ongoing legal battles may lead to changes in how Google operates, potentially encouraging more competition in the advertising space [11][12].

Core Viewpoint - Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg suggested that Snapchat could have experienced faster growth if Meta had acquired it in 2013 for $6 billion, a claim made during the ongoing antitrust trial [1][2]. Group 1: Acquisition Attempt - Meta, previously known as Facebook, offered to buy Snapchat for $6 billion, contrary to earlier reports of $3 billion [2]. - Zuckerberg expressed that he believed Snapchat was not reaching its growth potential and that Meta could have enhanced the app's development [2]. Group 2: Antitrust Implications - The government referenced the failed acquisition to argue that Meta seeks to maintain its dominance in social media by acquiring competitors instead of competing directly [3]. - The FTC is pursuing actions to compel Meta to restructure or divest Instagram and WhatsApp, claiming that the acquisitions were made to eliminate competition and establish an illegal monopoly [3].

Core Argument - CEO Mark Zuckerberg defended Meta against the FTC's claims of being an anti-competitive monopoly during the antitrust trial [1] Group 1: Testimony and Defense - Zuckerberg emphasized that Facebook's user interest has shifted from friend connections to a broader discovery of global events, indicating that the platform has evolved into a "discovery engine" [3] - The FTC's attorney argued that Facebook's core value proposition remains family and friend connections, which is crucial for establishing a monopoly claim [2][4] - Zuckerberg acknowledged concerns about Facebook's "cultural relevance" and discussed potential strategic changes, including a radical idea to reset friend connections for users [4] Group 2: Competition Landscape - Meta's legal team contended that the company competes in a much larger arena beyond just friend and family news feeds, including short-form videos and messaging services [3] - The FTC's attorney highlighted the messaging new users receive, which encourages them to connect with friends and family, reinforcing the argument of Facebook's monopoly in that segment [4]

Group 1 - Docusign has been recognized as the 1 Most Trustworthy Software and Telecommunications company in Newsweek's Most Trustworthy Companies in America for the second consecutive year, with nearly 1.7 million global customers relying on its services [1][2] - The award reflects Docusign's commitment to trust and security in its product development, particularly in its Intelligent Agreement Management (IAM) platform, emphasizing the company's focus on delivering value with security and user confidence [2][5] - The Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2025 list was created using a methodology that included evaluations from 25,000 U.S. residents on trust pillars and social listening analysis of company mentions across the internet [3][7] Group 2 - Docusign serves over 1 billion people in more than 180 countries, providing solutions that streamline business processes and enhance efficiency [5] - The company specializes in e-signature and contract lifecycle management (CLM), helping businesses manage critical agreements effectively [5]