TxTag user accounts are now managed by HCTRA, powered by Quarterhill's advanced technology, for improved operational efficiency. This transition ensures a unified and enhanced customer service experience for drivers throughout the Austin and Houston regions.TORONTO, July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), a global leader in providing intelligent transportation system solutions, announced today that the transition of approximately one millio ...

Aktsiaselts Infortar acquired 10% of the shares in OÜ INF Saue from Lumi Partners JV1 OÜ. Following the transaction, Aktsiaselts Infortar holds 100% of the shares in OÜ INF Saue.The area of activity of OÜ INF Saue is the rental and operating of own or leased real estate. OÜ INF Saue owns a property located at Saue tee 10, Laagri, which accommodates a logistics center that is leased under a long-term lease agreement to Rimi Eesti Foods AS.The transaction is not treated as a transaction beyond everyday econom ...

Investment Rating - The report upgrades the S&P 500 valuation and return forecasts, expecting a rise of 10% to 6900 over the next 12 months, with a forward P/E multiple of 22x [3][4]. Core Insights - The S&P 500 forward P/E of 22x ranks in the 97th percentile since 1980, but is deemed appropriate given the current macroeconomic conditions, including declining interest rates and elevated corporate profitability [3][11][12]. - Earnings growth is projected at 7% for both 2025 and 2026, with EPS estimates of $262 and $280 respectively, although there are two-way risks around these forecasts [6][24]. - The report highlights narrow market breadth, with the median S&P 500 constituent 11% below its high, indicating potential for a momentum reversal in the equity market [30][34]. - Sector allocation recommendations include a mix of secular growth (Software & Services, Media & Entertainment), cyclical (Materials), and defensive (Utilities, Real Estate) industries, with a focus on AI-related technology stocks [41][44]. Summary by Sections Valuation and Earnings Forecasts - The S&P 500 is expected to reach 6900 in 12 months, with return forecasts of +2%, +5%, and +10% over 3, 6, and 12 months respectively [4][47]. - The forward P/E multiple has been increased to 22x, with EPS growth of 7% anticipated for 2025 and 2026 [6][49]. Market Conditions - Current macroeconomic conditions support the elevated P/E multiple, with expectations of earlier Fed easing and lower bond yields [12][16]. - The report notes that investor positioning is neutral, suggesting that current market multiples do not reflect investor exuberance [17][20]. Sector Preferences - There is no clear consensus on sector preferences among clients, but AI-related technology stocks are generally favored despite valuation concerns [41][44]. - The recommendation to invest in Alternative Asset Managers within the Financials sector has been positively received [41]. Market Breadth and Momentum - The S&P 500's recent record high contrasts with the median constituent being significantly below its peak, indicating narrow market breadth [30][34]. - A potential momentum rotation is anticipated, although it is expected to be short-lived rather than indicative of a new long-term trend [40].

On July 10, 2025, Rockland Trust Co disclosed in a regulatory filing that it sold 50,487 shares of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B 0.24%) for $25.66 million during the latest quarter.What happenedAccording to a July 10, 2025 SEC filing, Rockland Trust Co sold 50,487 shares of Berkshire Hathaway for a transaction value of $25.66 million. The fund’s remaining position totals 22,228 shares, worth $10.8 million as of June 30, 2025. The transaction reduced the Berkshire Hathaway position from 1.8% to 0.5% of Rockland ...

A strong stock as of late has been International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (ICAGY) . Shares have been marching higher, with the stock up 17% over the past month. The stock hit a new 52-week high of $10 in the previous session. International Consolidated Airlines Group has gained 31.6% since the start of the year compared to the -2.4% move for the Zacks Transportation sector and the 2.4% return for the Zacks Transportation - Airline industry.What's Driving the Outperformance?The stock has an impressive ...

Core Insights - Kinder Morgan (KMI) is recognized as one of the largest and most renowned companies in the energy sector, headquartered in Houston, Texas [1] Investment Strategy - The focus is on long-term growth and dividend growth investing, with an emphasis on identifying undervalued stocks and high-quality dividend-growing companies [1] - Profitability is prioritized as a safer driver of gains compared to low valuation, highlighting the importance of margins, free cash flow stability and growth, and returns on invested capital [1] - Continuous research is conducted on high-quality companies to uncover potential investment opportunities [1]

NTG Nordic Transport Group A/S – H1 2025 Conference Call We expect to release the H1 2025 interim results of NTG Nordic Transport Group on the evening of August 11, 2025. A webcast and conference call will be held in the morning of August 12, 2025, at 10:00 am CET. At the call, Group CEO Mathias Jensen-Vinstrup and Group CFO Christian D. Jakobsen will present the H1 2025 Interim Financial Report. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. Date: August 12, 2025Time: 10:00 am CET To attend the confe ...

Group 1 - The report conference titled "Smart Transportation Leading High-Quality Development in Shaanxi" was held in Xi'an, coinciding with the launch of the "2025 Digital Literacy and Skills Enhancement Month" initiative in Shaanxi Province [1][3] - The Shaanxi State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission emphasized the importance of digital transformation in state-owned enterprises, aiming to enhance digital capabilities and promote collaboration between industries and digital sectors [3] - Shaanxi Transportation Control Group has developed a three-year digital transformation plan (2024-2026) to integrate digital technologies with transportation applications, aiming to improve network efficiency and service quality for the public [3][4] Group 2 - Industry experts discussed digital transformation pathways focusing on large models, artificial intelligence, smart transportation, and cybersecurity during the conference [4][6] - The Shaanxi Transportation Control Group presented its strategic approach to smart transportation, highlighting its commitment to becoming a benchmark for smart transportation in the western region [4] - The conference served as a high-level platform for government, enterprises, and experts to share insights and foster consensus on driving industrial upgrades and high-quality development through digitalization in Shaanxi and the western region [6]

Core Insights - Ryder System, Inc. (R) announced a 12% increase in its quarterly cash dividend, raising it to $0.91 per share from $0.81, reflecting the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder returns [2][10] - The dividend hike is the first since July 2024, indicating Ryder's confidence in its financial stability despite challenging macroeconomic conditions [3][6] - Ryder has a long history of consistent dividend payments, marking its 196th consecutive quarterly cash dividend and over 49 years of uninterrupted payouts [3][10] Financial Performance - In 2022, Ryder returned $123 million in dividends and repurchased shares worth $557 million; in 2023, dividends increased to $128 million with share repurchases of $337 million; in 2024, total returns to shareholders reached $456 million [4] - During the first quarter of 2025, Ryder returned $202 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks [4][10] Industry Context - Other companies in the transportation sector, such as Delta Air Lines and FedEx, have also announced dividend hikes in 2025, indicating a broader trend of rewarding shareholders within the industry [7][8][9]

I used to think success comes from planning, being structured, being in control. Make no mistakes, be perfect and then life happened. So let the story begin.I completed an elite master's degree program being all structured and planned. But my diploma arrived in the mailbox. No graduation, no celebration, no companies looking for talent because at the same time the world outside was collapsing.a global pandemic, economic paralysis, social instability, everything was breaking down, including me. But the harde ...