Core Viewpoint - The article highlights two notable exceptions in dividend raises during a typically quiet period for income investors, focusing on Target and Darden Restaurants as key examples of companies increasing their dividends despite broader market trends [2]. Group 1: Target - Target has raised its quarterly dividend by nearly 2% to $1.14 per share, extending its streak of annual increases to 54 years, qualifying it as a Dividend King [4]. - The company has faced challenges, including a 3% year-over-year decline in first-quarter net sales to just under $24 billion and a significant 36% drop in non-GAAP adjusted net earnings to $1.30 per share [6]. - To address these issues, Target has established an "enterprise acceleration office" aimed at improving operational efficiency and positioning the company for growth [7]. - Online comparable sales have shown resilience, growing nearly 5% in the first quarter, indicating potential for recovery [8]. - The stock is currently undervalued with a PEG ratio slightly over 1, suggesting it may be a strong recovery opportunity [9]. - The new dividend will be paid on September 1 to investors of record as of August 13, offering a yield of 4.7% at the current share price [10]. Group 2: Darden Restaurants - Darden has increased its quarterly dividend by 7% to $1.50 per share, marking a return to regular dividend raises since cutting payouts during the pandemic [11][12]. - The company has shown strong recovery, with total sales rising by 11% year-over-year, aided by the acquisition of Chuy's Tex Mex chain, while same-restaurant sales increased by nearly 5% [14]. - Darden's non-GAAP adjusted net income grew by 9% to over $400 million, exceeding analyst estimates [14]. - For fiscal 2026, Darden anticipates total sales growth of 7% to 8% and same-restaurant sales improvement of 2% to 3.5%, with net income projected between $10.50 and $10.70 per share [15]. - The company has authorized a new stock buyback initiative of up to $1 billion, indicating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders [13]. - The raised dividend will be distributed on August 1 to stockholders of record as of July 10, yielding almost 2.8% at the most recent closing price [16].

Siili Solutions Plc Announcement 27.6.2025 Siili Solutions Plc: Share Repurchase 27.6.2025 In the Helsinki Stock Exchange Trade date 27.6.2025 Bourse trade Buy Share SIILI Amount 1 100SharesAverage price/ share 6,3309EURTotal cost 6 963,99EUR Siili Solutions Plc now holds a total of 19 949 shares<td colspan="2" ...

The stock Berkshire Hathaway's billionaire CEO holds nearest and dearest to his heart has declined by 10% since early May.Wall Street is full of successful money managers -- but few if any can command the attention of professional and everyday investors quite like Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A -0.20%) (BRK.B -0.06%) CEO Warren Buffett.The Oracle of Omaha's track record does the talking and explains why investors wait on the edge of their seats each quarter for the release of Berkshire's Form 13F, which allows i ...

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION IN OR INTO AUSTRALIA, CANADA, ITALY, DENMARK, JAPAN, THE UNITED STATES, OR TO ANY NATIONAL OF SUCH JURISDICTIONS NBPE Announces May Monthly NAV Estimate St Peter Port, Guernsey 27 June 2025 NB Private Equity Partners (NBPE), the $1.2bn1, FTSE 250, listed private equity investment company managed by Neuberger Berman, today announces its 31 May 2025 monthly NAV estimate. NAV Highlights (31 May 2025) NAV per share was $27.24 (£2 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article outlines the share buyback programme authorized by the Ordinary General Meeting of Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits, detailing its objectives, terms, and conditions for the buyback of shares [1][3]. Group 1: Share Buyback Programme Details - The share buyback programme aims to promote liquidity in transactions, retain shares for future market use, cover employee stock options, facilitate the delivery of shares related to securities, and potentially cancel shares [5][6]. - The maximum number of shares that can be repurchased is 11,059,240, which represents 9.88% of the company's share capital, with a potential increase to 10% if treasury shares are sold or utilized [4][6]. - The maximum purchase price for the shares is set at €6, leading to a theoretical maximum expenditure of €67,193,892 if all shares are bought back at this price [5]. Group 2: Duration and Reporting - The buyback programme is scheduled to last for 18 months, concluding on 26 November 2026, with the company committed to informing the public of any significant changes during this period [7]. - The company currently holds 139,742 treasury shares, which is 0.12% of its total share capital of 111,989,823 shares [2]. Group 3: Company Overview - Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits is a wine and spirits group with a strong presence in Europe and the United States, known for its innovative spirit and a portfolio of well-established brands [9]. - The company is listed on Compartment B of Euronext Paris and is part of the EnterNext© PEA-PME 150 index [10].

Key Takeaways UPS is trading above industry and rival valuations, with a forward P/E of 13.15X. A 6.6% dividend yield and aggressive buybacks underscore UPS's strong shareholder return focus. Revenue weakness, high labor costs, and falling volumes weigh on earnings and margin outlook.United Parcel Service (UPS) is currently considered relatively overvalued, trading at a forward 12-month price to earnings (P/E) of 13.15X. This figure surpasses the Zacks Transportation—Air Freight and Cargo industry average ...

Oslo, 26 June 2025: Scatec ASA ("Scatec" or the "Company") will initiate a buyback of up to 68,533 of its own shares for a total maximum amount of NOK 9,600,000. The buyback programme may be carried out in the period from this announcement and until 30 June 2025. The purpose of the programme is to acquire shares that can be sold to employees as part of the Company's Employee Share Purchase Programme as announced in the stock exchange announcement published 16 June 2025 at 08.30 (CEST) in compliance with the ...

Key Takeaways MRC saw a 3% revenue rise in gas utilities, fueled by housing growth and lower energy price exposure. Increased MRO activity and data center demand are expected to support MRC's revenue growth in 2025. MRC returned $388M to shareholders in 2024 and aims to buy back $125M more under a new program through 2028.MRC Global Inc. (MRC) is benefiting from solid momentum across the gas utility sector, driven by new home construction in some U.S. states and lower exposure to energy price volatility. ...

2025 has featured no shortage of news items, from new all-time highs in the major stock market indexes in February to tariffs and trade tensions, a swift and brutal drawdown across many top stocks, a rapid recovery, and now Middle East uncertainty.Volatility is a good reminder of the importance of holding quality companies in your portfolio that you are confident in holding even when faced with the unexpected. Procter & Gamble (PG -0.85%) is one of the largest and most well-run consumer staples companies. T ...

Core Points - Wolters Kluwer has repurchased 174,141 ordinary shares for €24.7 million at an average price of €141.86 from June 19 to June 25, 2025 [2][3] - The share buyback program, announced on February 26, 2025, aims to repurchase shares up to €1 billion during 2025 [3] - Cumulatively, 3,253,150 shares have been repurchased in 2025, totaling €502.2 million at an average price of €154.38 [3] - The company has engaged third parties to execute €350 million of buybacks from May 8, 2025, to July 28, 2025 [3] - Repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares and used for capital reduction through share cancellation [4] Company Overview - Wolters Kluwer reported annual revenues of €5.9 billion in 2024 and operates in over 40 countries, employing approximately 21,900 people [6] - The company is a global leader in professional information solutions, software, and services across various sectors including healthcare, tax, accounting, and legal [5] - Wolters Kluwer shares are listed on Euronext Amsterdam and included in major indices such as AEX and Euro Stoxx 50 [7]