CONCLUDED Stock Market News From Oct. 17, 2025: Dow Rises After Trump's China Comments Last Updated: 16 hours ago Chinese Stocks Drop as Trade Risks Bite By Tracy Qu, Dow Jones Newswires Chinese stocks ended lower, with the Shanghai Composite Index dropping 1.95% to close at 3839.75. The Shenzhen Composite Index fell 2.7% to 2396.92 and ChiNext Price Index declined 3.4% to 2935.37. So far this year, China's equity market remains one of the best-performing Asian stock markets. HSBC analysts noted that risks ...

Core Insights - Truecaller has surpassed 450 million monthly active users (MAUs) on Android, representing about 10% of the global Android smartphone population, indicating strong user growth and market adoption [1][2] - The user base has increased by approximately 50 million since the end of 2024, with significant growth in core markets such as India, the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America, as well as increasing traction in Europe and the US [2][3] - Truecaller focuses on identifying incoming calls, blocking unwanted calls, and protecting users from fraud, while also investing in AI and verified business identity solutions to enhance its value proposition [3][4] Company Strategy - The CEO of Truecaller emphasized the importance of building trust in communication and aims to deepen this trust through technology, with a goal of reaching half a billion users globally [4] - Truecaller positions itself as a critical tool for safe communication, especially in emerging markets where fraud and unwanted communication are prevalent [5]

U.S. stocks traded higher midway through trading, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 350 points on Friday.The Dow traded up 0.82% to 46,899.42 while the NASDAQ rose 0.17% to 22,884.01. The S&P 500 also rose, gaining, 0.41% to 6,742.96.Check This Out: Top 3 Financial Stocks That Could Blast Off In OctoberLeading and Lagging SectorsUtilities shares jumped by 1.9% on Friday.In trading on Friday, communication services stocks fell by 0.7%.Top HeadlineThe ISM services PMI declined to 50 in September from ...

Group 1 - Nvidia announced plans to invest up to $100 billion in building a data center for OpenAI, indicating a significant commitment to artificial intelligence and computing power [1] - The company (Jida Communication, SZ300597) expressed its intention to actively seize opportunities in the rapidly developing artificial intelligence industry [1] - The company plans to expand into emerging business areas and enhance its core competitiveness by strengthening research on artificial intelligence technologies and their applications in communication services and information integration [1]

SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zoom Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) today announced it has been recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS). This is Zoom’s sixth inclusion in the Magic Quadrant for UCaaS, and Zoom is one of only two companies that have placements in both UCaaS and CCaaS Magic Quadrants. Zoom believes this recognition highlights the strength of Zoom’s AI-first approach to communication and collaboration. ...

Group 1 - Stocks reached record highs following the Federal Reserve's first rate cut of the year, leading to a "honeymoon rally" driven by optimism around financial conditions and the AI boom [1] - Bank of America strategist Michael Hartnett noted that historical equity bubbles have averaged gains of 244% from trough to peak, suggesting that the "Magnificent Seven," which have risen 223% since March 2023, may still have potential for further growth [2] - Jeff Krumpelman from Mariner Wealth Advisors emphasized that AI-driven productivity gains and strong earnings prospects justify higher market multiples, despite the S&P 500's valuation being high by historical standards [3][4] Group 2 - Krumpelman highlighted that the current S&P 500 environment differs significantly from the past, with higher return on equity and profit margins, although he expressed concerns about a potential "melt-up" scenario [4] - Ed Yardeni from Yardeni Research warned that easier monetary policy could lead to a destabilizing rally without addressing structural issues like labor supply shortages, potentially resulting in speculative excess driven by investor FOMO [5] - Emily Roland from John Hancock Investment Management described the current market as unusually favorable yet fragile, indicating a return to a "honeymoon phase" with the Fed's rate cuts [6][7]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sangoma Technologies Corporation reported Q4 revenues of $59.4 million, an increase of $1.3 million or 2% sequentially from Q3, driven primarily by strong prem-based product sales [4][23] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $11.4 million, representing 19% of revenue, which is an increase from 17% in Q3, marking the highest margin delivered over the past eight quarters [24] - Free cash flow for Q4 was $4.8 million, or $0.14 per diluted share, while for the full fiscal year, free cash flow reached $32.9 million, or $0.98 per diluted share [22][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has shifted its focus towards software-led recurring revenue services, which now represent over 90% of the revenue mix, up from 79% two years ago [6] - Core services, which include high-margin SaaS products, currently account for approximately 75% of revenue, while adjacent services account for about 25% [14][25] - The prem-based product line saw an 18% growth in Q4 over Q3, indicating strong demand and market share capture from competitors [17][66] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is experiencing a sequential growth expectation beginning in Q2 of fiscal 2026, with a focus on mid-market enterprise initiatives [10][25] - Demand in core categories is building, supported by strategic partnerships and targeted marketing efforts in key verticals such as healthcare and education [8][9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Sangoma's strategy includes delivering organic growth by investing in people, products, and partners, while also pursuing inorganic opportunities that create strategic value [7][10] - The company plans to categorize its results into core services and adjacent services to provide greater transparency and focus on growth areas [7][14] - Strategic partnerships with companies like Amazon Web Services and VTech Hospitality are aimed at enhancing product offerings and expanding market reach [9][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to resume growth, citing a strong pipeline and the successful execution of their transformation strategy [10][11] - The management team noted that while larger enterprise opportunities have longer sales cycles, they expect sequential growth to begin in Q2 and continue through fiscal 2026 [10][25] - The company is optimistic about the durability of high-margin opportunities and the potential for significant value creation for shareholders [11][26] Other Important Information - The sale of VoIP Supply, completed at the end of June, was a strategic move to streamline the portfolio and focus on higher-margin growth [6][24] - The company ended Q4 with total debt of $47.9 million, significantly below its original target, and has been actively repurchasing shares as a way to return capital to shareholders [22][26] Q&A Session Summary Question: Incremental go-to-market investments focus - The investments are categorized into field coverage and marketing coverage, aimed at enhancing brand awareness and expanding partner networks [29][30] Question: Changes in macro or competitive landscape - Management noted no significant competitive pressures, but acknowledged longer sales and implementation cycles for larger deals [31][32] Question: VoIP Supply's product mix - VoIP Supply primarily dealt with third-party products, with less than 10% being Sangoma proprietary products [33] Question: M&A strategy and appetite - The company is actively looking for acquisition opportunities, particularly in high-growth areas like SD-WAN and security, with a focus on integrating them quickly [34][36][37] Question: Visibility into second quarter growth - Growth is expected from both existing bookings and new deals with shorter sales cycles, providing confidence in the forecast [44][46] Question: Customer churn management - Churn is under control, with positive trends expected as new AI-based tools are deployed to mitigate churn further [53][54] Question: Revenue growth mix between expansion and new business - The company anticipates a balanced approach between expansion activities and acquiring new business, with significant investments in both areas [55][56] Question: International market focus - The company plans to expand its international presence, particularly in English-speaking markets, while focusing on high-margin SaaS products [86][87]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sangoma reported revenues of $59.4 million for Q4, a sequential increase of $1.3 million or 2% from Q3, driven primarily by strong prem-based product sales [5][24] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $11.4 million, representing 19% of revenue, which is an increase from 17% in Q3, marking the highest margin delivered over the past eight quarters [25][27] - Free cash flow for Q4 was $4.8 million, or $0.14 per diluted share, while for the full fiscal year, free cash flow reached $32.9 million, or $0.98 per diluted share [23][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has shifted its focus towards software-led recurring revenue services, which now represent over 90% of the revenue mix, up from 79% two years ago [7] - Core services, which include high-margin SaaS products, currently account for approximately 75% of Sangoma's revenue, while adjacent services account for about 25% [15][66] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is seeing a 16% rise in pipeline demand from the healthcare sector, indicating strong traction in this market [9] - The international portfolio has been heavily oriented towards hardware, which has limited SaaS and software products, resulting in weaker performance in international markets [91][92] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Sangoma's strategy includes delivering organic growth by investing in people, products, and partners, while also pursuing inorganic opportunities that create strategic value [8][27] - The company plans to categorize its results into core services and adjacent services to provide greater transparency into growth areas and cash flow generation [8][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the momentum and opportunities across the core business, expecting sequential growth to begin in Q2 and continue through fiscal 2026 [11][27] - The company is focused on building strong strategic partnerships to deliver tailored solutions for specific industries, such as healthcare and education [9][10] Other Important Information - Sangoma completed the sale of its VoIP Supply business for $4.5 million, marking a deliberate shift towards higher-margin growth [26] - The company has a strong balance sheet, allowing it to invest in growth while reducing debt, with total debt at $47.9 million at the end of Q4 [23][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: How much of the incremental go-to-market investments is about existing partners versus new partners? - Management indicated that investments are focused on both field coverage and marketing coverage to enhance brand awareness and recruit new partners [30][31] Question: Have there been any changes in the macro or competitive landscape? - Management noted no major competitive pressures but acknowledged longer sales and implementation cycles for larger deals [32][33] Question: What is the appetite for M&A given the strong balance sheet? - Management expressed a strong appetite for M&A, focusing on targets in areas like SD-WAN and security, with a disciplined approach to integration [36][38] Question: What is the visibility into sequential growth for Q2? - Management indicated that growth will come from both existing business and new deals, with a balanced pipeline of opportunities [46][48] Question: How is the adjacent category expected to grow? - Management stated that while there is some growth in adjacent services, the focus remains on core services where higher growth opportunities exist [51][52] Question: What is the outlook for customer churn? - Management reported that churn is well under control and expected to decline further due to improved customer engagement and advanced tools [57] Question: What are the priorities for M&A? - Management highlighted market access and technology integration as key priorities for M&A, aiming to enhance the overall value proposition [60][61]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sangoma Technologies Corporation reported Q4 revenues of $59.4 million, an increase of $1.3 million or 2% sequentially from Q3, driven primarily by strong prem-based product sales [5][23] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $11.4 million, representing 19% of revenue, which is an increase from 17% in Q3, marking the highest margin delivered over the past eight quarters [24] - Free cash flow for Q4 was $4.8 million, or $0.14 per diluted share, while for the full fiscal year, free cash flow reached $32.9 million, or $0.98 per diluted share, consistent with the previous year [22][23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has shifted its focus towards software-led recurring revenue services, which now represent over 90% of the revenue mix, up from 79% two years ago [6] - Core services, which include SaaS-led communication platforms, now account for approximately 75% of Sangoma's revenue, while adjacent services account for about 25% [14][25] - The prem-based product line saw an 18% sequential growth in Q4 over Q3, reflecting successful channel efforts targeting competitors like Avaya and Mitel [70] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is experiencing a 16% rise in pipeline demand from the healthcare sector, indicating strong market interest [8] - International revenue has been declining, primarily due to a focus on North America and a product mix heavily oriented towards hardware, which is less profitable compared to SaaS offerings [88][90] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Sangoma's strategy includes delivering organic growth by investing in people, products, and partners, while also pursuing inorganic opportunities that create strategic value [7][25] - The company plans to categorize its results into core services and adjacent services to provide greater transparency and focus on high-margin growth areas [7][14] - Strategic partnerships with companies like Amazon Web Services and VTech Hospitality are aimed at enhancing product offerings and expanding market reach [9][8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's growth trajectory, expecting sequential growth to begin in Q2 and continue through fiscal 2026 [10][25] - The management noted that while larger enterprise opportunities have longer sales cycles, the pipeline is becoming more balanced with shorter cycle deals contributing to future revenue [16][46] - The company is optimistic about reducing churn and improving customer retention through advanced AI-based tools and upselling strategies [55] Other Important Information - The sale of VoIP Supply, completed at the end of June, was a strategic move to streamline the portfolio and focus on higher-margin growth [6][24] - The company has a robust pipeline of potential M&A targets, particularly in high-growth areas like SD-WAN and security, with a disciplined approach to acquisitions [36][81] Q&A Session Summary Question: Incremental go-to-market investments focus - Management indicated that investments are being made in field coverage and marketing to enhance brand awareness and partner recruitment [29][30] Question: Changes in macro or competitive landscape - Management noted no significant competitive pressures but acknowledged longer sales and implementation cycles for larger deals [31][32] Question: VoIP Supply's product mix - It was clarified that over 90% of VoIP Supply's sales were third-party products, with less than 10% being Sangoma proprietary products [34] Question: M&A appetite and strategy - Management expressed a strong appetite for acquisitions, particularly in areas that enhance the company's portfolio and market position [35][36] Question: Visibility into second quarter growth - Growth is expected to come from both existing bookings and new deals with shorter sales cycles [45][46] Question: Customer churn management - Management reported that churn is under control and expected to decline further due to improved customer engagement strategies [55] Question: Revenue growth mix between expansion and new business - Management indicated that both expansion and new business will drive revenue growth, supported by targeted investment strategies [56] Question: International revenue decline reasons - The decline is attributed to a focus on North America and a product mix that has not prioritized high-margin SaaS offerings [88][90]

Core Insights - AudioCodes' Voca Conversational Interaction Center (CIC) has been certified for Microsoft Teams, enhancing its integration capabilities with Teams Phone [2][6] - The Voca CIC is built on Azure Communication Services, providing standardized access to Microsoft Azure AI Foundry and achieving a service availability target of 99.999% [3][4] - The solution has received multiple awards, including the Best Microsoft Teams Contact Center in the UC Today 2025 Awards, highlighting its commitment to customer experience [5][6] Company Overview - AudioCodes is a leader in unified communications, voice, contact center, and conversational AI services, enabling enterprises to enhance customer and employee experiences [9] - The company serves a global clientele, including 65 Fortune 100 companies, and offers a range of products that ensure interoperability with major UCaaS and CCaaS platforms [9] Product Features - Voca CIC allows for rapid customer onboarding and provides advanced conversational AI capabilities such as interaction summarization and sentiment analysis [4][6] - The solution is available for a 30-day free trial, allowing new customers to quickly build a conversational contact center with AI and omnichannel features [7]