Key Takeaways CLS margins remain under pressure due to high research and development costs. Temporary U.S. exemptions aid CLS' CCS segment, which includes servers and networking switches. Despite margin headwinds, CLS shares have surged 125.8% over the past year, outpacing its industry.Celestica Inc. (CLS) remains skeptical of the dynamic macro environment owing to trade policy uncertainty. While the business environment remains fluid with frequent policy adjustments, recent announcements have provided ne ...

Group 1 - Jabil Inc. is expected to announce Q3 FY'25 results on June 17, 2025, with earnings projected at approximately $2.30 per share, a 20% increase year-over-year, and revenues around $7 billion, reflecting a 4% year-over-year growth [2] - The company is benefiting from strong performance in capital equipment, cloud and data center infrastructure, and digital commerce end-markets, with AI-related revenue projected to reach $7.5 billion for FY 2025, representing a 40% increase [2] - Jabil currently holds a market capitalization of $20 billion, with recorded revenue of $27 billion over the past twelve months, yielding an operating profit of $1.3 billion and net income of $484 million [2] Group 2 - Historical data indicates that Jabil has had 20 earnings data points over the past five years, with 14 positive one-day returns, resulting in a 70% positive return rate, which drops to 58% when considering the last three years [4] - The median of the 14 positive returns is 5.7%, while the median of the 6 negative returns is -8.0% [4] - There is a strategy to assess the correlation between short-term and medium-term post-earnings returns, which can guide trading decisions based on favorable one-day returns [3]

Core Viewpoint - Xometry, Inc. has announced the pricing of $225 million in 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030, aimed at qualified institutional buyers, with expected net proceeds of approximately $217 million for various corporate purposes [1][4]. Group 1: Offering Details - The offering includes an option for initial purchasers to buy an additional $25 million in Notes within 13 days of issuance [2] - The Notes will accrue interest at a rate of 0.75% per year, payable semiannually, and will mature on June 15, 2030 [3] - The initial conversion rate is set at 21.2495 shares of Class A common stock per $1,000 principal amount of Notes, equating to a conversion price of approximately $47.06 per share, representing a 30% premium over the last reported sale price [5] Group 2: Use of Proceeds - Xometry plans to use the net proceeds to cover the cost of capped call transactions ($15.7 million), repurchase approximately $8 million of its Class A common stock, and repurchase about $201.7 million of its outstanding 1.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2027 [4] - Additional proceeds, if the option is exercised, may be used for further capped call transactions, working capital, and potential acquisitions or strategic investments [4] Group 3: Redemption and Conversion Terms - The Notes cannot be redeemed before June 20, 2028, and can be redeemed under specific conditions related to the stock price [6] - In the event of a "fundamental change," noteholders may require Xometry to repurchase their Notes at 100% of the principal amount plus accrued interest [7] - The conversion rate may be adjusted in certain corporate events or upon redemption [8] Group 4: Capped Call Transactions - Xometry has entered into capped call transactions to mitigate potential dilution from the conversion of the Notes, with an initial cap price of $63.35, a 75% premium over the last reported sale price [9][10] - The capped call transactions are expected to reduce cash payments required upon conversion and are subject to customary adjustments [9] Group 5: Market Impact - The initial purchasers may engage in derivative transactions and stock purchases that could influence the market price of Xometry's Class A common stock and the Notes [11][12] - Concurrently with the offering, Xometry repurchased approximately $8 million of its Class A common stock, which may affect the market price [13] - Xometry also repurchased approximately $216.7 million of its 2027 notes, which could lead to further market activity affecting stock prices [14][15] Group 6: Regulatory Information - The Notes are offered only to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and are not registered under the Securities Act [16] - This offering does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities [17] Group 7: Company Overview - Xometry operates an AI-powered marketplace that connects buyers with suppliers of manufacturing services, aiming to digitize the manufacturing industry [19]

Core Viewpoint - Xometry, Inc. plans to offer $225 million in Convertible Senior Notes due 2030, with an option for an additional $25 million, to qualified institutional buyers, aiming to enhance its financial flexibility and support various corporate activities [1][3]. Group 1: Offering Details - The offering consists of $225 million in Convertible Senior Notes, with a potential additional $25 million, aimed at qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A [1]. - The Notes will be unsecured obligations of Xometry, accruing interest payable semiannually, with conversion options including cash, shares, or a combination [2]. - The interest rate and conversion terms will be determined at the time of pricing [2]. Group 2: Use of Proceeds - Xometry intends to use the net proceeds for capped call transactions, repurchasing up to $25 million of its Class A common stock, and repurchasing a portion of its outstanding 1.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2027 [3][9]. - Additional proceeds from the offering may be allocated for working capital, strategic investments, or further repurchases of the 2027 notes, although no specific agreements are in place for acquisitions at this time [3]. Group 3: Capped Call Transactions - Xometry plans to enter capped call transactions to mitigate potential dilution from the conversion of the Notes, which will cover the shares underlying the Notes [4]. - These transactions are expected to reduce cash payments required upon conversion and are subject to customary adjustments [4]. Group 4: Market Impact - The initial purchasers may engage in derivative transactions or purchase shares of Xometry's Class A common stock, potentially influencing the market price of the stock and the Notes [5][6]. - Activities by hedged holders of the 2027 notes may also affect the market price of Xometry's Class A common stock, impacting the effective conversion price of the Notes [9].

Company Overview - PMGC Holdings Inc. is a diversified public holding company focused on strategic acquisitions and investments across various industries [7] - The company currently manages a portfolio consisting of three wholly owned subsidiaries: Northstrive Biosciences Inc., PMGC Research Inc., and PMGC Capital LLC [7] Acquisition Details - PMGC has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to acquire a U.S.-based electronics contract manufacturing company with over 40 years of operational history [1] - The target company generated approximately $699,000 in revenue and $173,000 in adjusted EBITDA in 2024 [3] Target Company Profile - The target company is a full-service provider of high-precision electronics manufacturing and assembly services, established in the 1980s [2] - It offers capabilities such as electrical and mechanical assembly, printed circuit card assembly, functional testing, and electronic component testing, serving a range of commercial and industrial clients [2] Strategic Rationale - The acquisition aligns with PMGC's strategy of acquiring fundamentally strong U.S.-based businesses with durable cash flow and growth potential [4] - PMGC management highlights the target's longstanding customer relationships and strong operational control as key advantages [4] Industry Context - The acquisition occurs amid a renewed national focus on revitalizing domestic manufacturing, supported by federal initiatives like the CHIPS and Science Act [5] - The U.S. electronics manufacturing services sector is positioned for growth as industries prioritize secure, localized, and high-quality production partners [5] - PMGC believes this transaction places the company at the intersection of this movement, providing exposure to a high-integrity operator within the ecosystem [5] Future Outlook - The closing of the acquisition is subject to customary conditions, including due diligence and corporate approvals [6] - This acquisition marks PMGC's second pending acquisition since April, indicating that its M&A strategy is actively progressing [9]

Core Viewpoint - Shenzhen Dazhu CNC Technology Co., Ltd. (Dazhu CNC) has submitted a listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with CICC as the exclusive sponsor [2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Dazhu CNC specializes in providing production equipment solutions for PCB manufacturing, focusing on the research, production, and sales of PCB-specific production equipment [4]. - As of June 3, 2023, Dazhu CNC's stock price was 35.54 CNY, with a total market capitalization of 15.123 billion CNY [4]. - According to data from Zhaoshang Consulting, Dazhu CNC is the largest manufacturer of PCB-specific production equipment globally, holding a market share of 6.5% as of 2024 [4]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Dazhu CNC's revenue for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024 is projected to be 2.786 billion CNY, 1.634 billion CNY, and 3.343 billion CNY, respectively [5]. - The net profit for the same years is expected to be 432 million CNY, 136 million CNY, and 300 million CNY, respectively [5]. - The gross profit margins for these years are 34.0%, 29.2%, and 27.2%, indicating a downward trend in profitability [5]. Group 3: Leadership - Gao Yunfeng holds approximately 83.63% of Dazhu CNC's issued share capital through Dazhu Laser, while Dazhu Holdings holds about 0.76% [6]. - Yang Chaohui, with over 20 years of experience in the PCB industry, serves as the Chairman and General Manager of Dazhu CNC, responsible for the company's daily operations and strategic decisions [9].

Jabil (JBL) ended the recent trading session at $171.97, demonstrating a -0.59% swing from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.01%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a drop of 0.22%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.32%.Heading into today, shares of the electronics manufacturer had gained 15.1% over the past month, outpacing the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 7.95% and the S&P 500's gain of 5.2% in that time.The u ...

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