I'm a mess. >> Welcome back everybody. Five things to know ahead of today's opening bell.First up, IBM is in talks to acquire data infrastructure company Confluent for 11 billion. That's according to a Wall Street Journal report. Some changes to the S&P 500.CR, Carvan, Carvana, and Comfort Systems USA are going to be joining the index before the open of trading on December 22nd. LKQ, Solstice, Advanced Materials, and Mohawk Industries are being removed from the index, and we will watch to see what happens w ...

Core Insights - Sprott Asset Management USA, Inc. announced a modification to the index tracked by the Sprott Junior Gold Miners ETF (SGDJ), due to the strong performance of gold miners, which have returned over 90% year-to-date as of September 16, 2025 [1] - The market capitalization threshold for eligible securities in the index will be revised from below USD $2 billion to below USD $3 billion, effective at the next scheduled rebalance [2] Company Overview - Sprott Asset Management USA, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sprott Inc., focusing on precious metals and critical materials investments, with a presence in multiple locations including Toronto, New York, Connecticut, and California [3] Industry Context - The adjustment in the index methodology reflects the rising market capitalization of junior gold miners, indicating a robust performance in the gold mining sector [1][2]

Index Changes - United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) will be added to the S&P SmallCap 600, replacing Foot Locker Inc. (NYSE: FL), effective September 8, 2025 [1][4] - TechnipFMC plc (NYSE: FTI) will be added to the S&P MidCap 400, replacing Skechers USA Inc. (NYSE: SKX), effective September 12, 2025 [1][4] Acquisition Details - Dick's Sporting Goods Inc. (NYSE: DKS) is acquiring Foot Locker, with the deal expected to be completed soon, pending final closing conditions [4] - 3G Capital is acquiring Skechers USA, with the deal also expected to be completed soon, pending final conditions [4]