Reckitt Benckiser Group (OTCPK:RBGL.D) 2026 Conference February 19, 2026 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsKris Licht - CEOShannon Eisenhardt - CFONone - Video Narrator 1None - Video Narrator 2None - Video Narrator 3ModeratorGood morning. It's a pleasure today to welcome Reckitt back to CAGNY. Today, we have CEO Kris Licht and CFO Shannon Eisenhardt with us. Reckitt has been on an incredible journey since they last joined the CAGNY stage in 2024. First, in announcing a strategy update that very summer, and th ...

Economic Environment - Inflation in Australia is growing at approximately double the rate of economic growth, creating pressure on households and contributing to inflationary pressures in housing and energy markets [1] Company Strategy - The company is recognized for its everyday low prices in Australia and New Zealand, which helps maintain customer trust during challenging economic times [2][3] - A focus on productivity and expanding addressable markets through new product categories is central to the company's strategy [2] Partnerships and Technology - The company has formed strategic partnerships with Google Cloud and Microsoft to enhance operational efficiency and productivity through technology [5] - Initiatives include improving customer service and team member effectiveness in stores, as well as enhancing merchandising and supply chain processes [6] Lithium Business - The company's lithium project is progressing well, with the mine and concentrator performing effectively, and expectations for increased profitability in the second half of the year [9][10] - The company aims to become a reliable supplier of lithium hydroxide, despite some delays in the refinery commissioning process [10] Financial Management - The company maintains a strong balance sheet to ensure financial flexibility for future investments and potential M&A opportunities [11] - There is a commitment to disciplined capital investment, focusing on value-adding opportunities for shareholders [13] Growth Opportunities - The company anticipates continued positive earnings momentum in its retail businesses, with growth expected in Bunnings, Office Works, and Kmart [15] - Future growth is also expected in the lithium business, chemical manufacturing capacity, and the health division, with a well-positioned balance sheet for new opportunities [16][17]

Core Viewpoint - The Gross Law Firm has issued a notice to shareholders of Ardent Health, Inc. regarding a class action lawsuit due to alleged false statements and misleading financial practices [1][3]. Group 1: Allegations - The complaint alleges that Ardent Health did not rely on detailed reviews of historical collections for determining the collectability of accounts receivable, instead using a 180-day cliff for reserving accounts [3]. - This practice allowed Ardent Health to report inflated accounts receivable and delay recognizing losses on uncollectible accounts, resulting in a materially false financial position [3]. - Additionally, the company reportedly did not maintain sufficient professional malpractice liability insurance to cover claims, particularly in the New Mexico market, where social inflationary pressures in medical malpractice cases have been increasing [3]. Group 2: Class Action Details - The class period for the lawsuit is from July 18, 2024, to November 12, 2025, with a deadline for shareholders to register as lead plaintiffs by March 9, 2026 [4]. - Shareholders who register will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to receive updates on the case [4]. - Participation in the case incurs no cost or obligation for the shareholders [4]. Group 3: Law Firm Background - The Gross Law Firm is a nationally recognized class action law firm dedicated to protecting investors' rights against deceit and fraud [5]. - The firm aims to ensure companies adhere to responsible business practices and seeks recovery for investors affected by misleading statements that inflate stock prices [5].

This monthly article aims at a top-down analysis of the healthcare sector based on value, quality, and momentum metrics. It may also help analyze sector ETFs such as the Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF ( XLV ), whose holdings haveFred Piard, PhD. is a quantitative analyst and IT professional with over 30 years of experience working in technology. He is the author of three books and has been investing in data-driven systematic strategies since 2010. Fred runs the investing group Quantitative Risk & Value ...

Outlines strategic portfolio actions, governance enhancements and capital discipline plans to support next phase of growth MIAMI, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Earth Science Tech, Inc. (OTC: ETST) (“ETST” or the “Company”), a strategic holding company focused on acquiring and scaling high-potential operating businesses, today announced that its Board of Directors and management team are pursuing a series of strategic initiatives designed to position the Company as a fully institutional-ready public comp ...

Revenue of $8.4 million, up 14.1% year-over-yearGross profit margin of 76.3%, up 71 bps year-over-yearNet income of $910,000, up 341% year-over-yearGenerated positive cash from operations of $1.2 million fiscal year-to-datePeaks, the company’s telemedicine platform, surpasses $2.0 million in revenue in less than a year, scaling from $248,000 into a high‑margin growth platformReduced outstanding shares of common stock by 3.6% year over year through share repurchasesGeographic expansion underway with up to 10 ...

In this article, we will be taking a look at the 15 Innovative Healthcare Stocks to Buy According to Analysts.Over the last two years, artificial intelligence has propelled global financial markets into a boom, with stocks reaching all-time highs. As concerns about value grow, investors are moving their funds from the crowded AI industry to sectors with more enticing risk-reward profiles. The healthcare industry is one significant sector that has profited immensely from this shift.Since President Donald Tru ...

Group 1 - Optima Health PLC is acquiring PAM Healthcare for approximately £100 million in cash, enhancing its scale in the UK and Ireland market [1] - Helium One Global Ltd reported a six-fold increase in flow rates at its ITW-1 well in Tanzania's southern Rukwa basin, initiating a formal farmout process for development [1] Group 2 - Buccaneer Energy Plc announced that output has doubled in an Organic Oil Recovery pilot at its Pine Mills field in Texas, with plans to expand the recovery process across the field later this year [2] - Rome Resources Plc has extended high-grade tin mineralization at its Kalayi project in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with fresh drilling revealing multi-meter intercepts and two rigs currently operating on site [2] Group 3 - Pantheon Resources PLC has commenced seismic reprocessing at its Kodiak project in Alaska and is preparing for a potential Theta West-2 appraisal well, pending funding [3] - Valereum PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Integra Foundation regarding tokenized real estate assets, aiming to enhance issuance, distribution, and secondary market liquidity [3]

The S&P/ASX 200 began the week on a positive note as Australian shares edged up with modest gains on Monday (February 16, 2026). Gains in technology, gold and healthcare stocks countered weakness in miners and financials, with the half-year earnings season swinging into full gear. The S&P/ASX 200 closed up Monday, gaining 19.50 points or 0.22% to 8,937.10, after last week's 2.4% rally that marked its strongest weekly performance in ten months. According to the ASX website, the top-performing stocks in the ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is the announcement of 21 livelihood projects in Zhangjiagang for 2026, aimed at improving urban infrastructure, public services, and education to meet community expectations [1] Group 2 - Urban functions and public services will be enhanced, including the rapid transformation of the West Second Ring Road, community updates, and the addition of 1,000 motor vehicle parking spaces [1] - The Sixth People's Hospital will open a new inpatient building this year, and three markets will undergo construction or renovation [1] - Educational support includes the "Seeing the Heart" psychological service project for youth, the addition of 1,500 new school places at Shazhou Middle School, and enhanced security measures in 69 kindergartens [1] Group 3 - The "Housing and Launch" project will improve living conditions for 150 low-income families, and five community facilities for elderly services will be newly built or expanded [2] - The city will update old elevators in residential buildings over 15 years old and improve water management systems [2] - A vocational training program will train 10,000 individuals, with at least 5,000 being high-skilled talents, to enhance employment opportunities [2]