Stock Market News 2025-09-18
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Big Tech, Cloud and AI Infrastructure
NVIDIA (NVDA) pledged a £2 billion investment in the U.K. AI startup ecosystem, a major capital commitment that could accelerate local chip, software and model development while strengthening Nvidia’s global AI moat; read the announcement.
Oracle (ORCL) was named a market leader in AI agents and conversational AI, reinforcing its cloud play as enterprises embed agent‑led workflows; see the research note. This recognition sharpens competition among cloud providers for enterprise generative AI spend.
Snowflake (SNOW) was named Morgan Stanley’s 2025 Strategic Partner of the Year, a sign of deeper traction with large financial‑services clients and stronger enterprise adoption of data platforms; read the announcement.
Cohu (COHU)'s Eclipse platform was chosen for testing next‑generation AI computing devices, a practical vote of confidence for test‑and‑measurement suppliers as chipmakers scale advanced packaging and accelerator designs; product note here.
Marketplace Platforms and E‑commerce Logistics
Amazon (AMZN) expanded Multi‑Channel Fulfillment to SHEIN, Shopify and Walmart sellers, broadening logistics monetization and nudging more merchants toward integrated fulfillment services; details here.
FedEx (FDX) reported first‑quarter earnings growth year‑over‑year, a timely result for cyclically sensitive logistics names as demand, fuel costs and pricing dynamics remain central to near‑term margins; read the release.
Cars.com (CARS) highlighted top EV picks as nearly half of shoppers say they are accelerating purchases ahead of the federal EV tax‑credit deadline on Sept. 30—an indicator that policy timing can compress demand and influence purchase windows for autos and related supply chains; more here.
Earnings, Guidance and Market Positioning
Schwab (SCHW) released its fall business update; investors will focus on client flows, fee margin trends and rate sensitivity—key factors shaping wealth‑management valuations; read the update.
Scholastic (SCHL) reported fiscal‑2026 first‑quarter results, a seasonal earnings note that investors watch for classroom demand and content monetization trends; see the report.
AI, Data Deals and Enterprise Adoption
CrowdStrike (CRWD) introduced Falcon next‑gen identity security enhancements to broaden unified protection, strengthening cross‑sell potential as identity becomes central to cloud defenses; product note here.
Strategic Partnerships, M&A and Capital Markets
Biogen (BIIB) agreed to acquire Alcyone Therapeutics, augmenting biologics delivery capabilities and lifecycle management for marketed drugs; read the release.
89bio (ETNB) agreed to be acquired by Roche, an M&A outcome that validates late‑stage metabolic assets and could re‑rate peers with similar profiles; the announcement is available.
Getty Images (GETY) commenced an exchange offer and consent solicitation for its 9.750% senior notes due 2027. This debt work‑out is material for creditors and equity holders alike because it reshapes near‑term liquidity and covenant profiles; investors should watch consent terms and potential balance‑sheet relief.
Energy, Clean Tech and Carbon Markets
American Battery Technology Company (ABAT) posted fiscal‑2025 results showing quarterly revenue nearly tripled, a notable acceleration that improves the funding runway and supports the domestic battery‑materials narrative; see the results.
Gevo (GEVO) executed a multi‑year carbon‑credit offtake and expansion deal with Biorecro, strengthening revenue visibility tied to carbon markets and commercial scaling of sustainable aviation fuels; read the announcement.
SolarEdge (SEDG) began international shipments of U.S.‑manufactured residential solar tech, a supply‑chain milestone that limits trade risk and supports on‑shore manufacturing narratives; release here.
Hess Midstream (HESM) issued updated guidance, a development that matters for distributable cash flow expectations across midstream peers as volumes and fee structures shift; view the update.
Healthcare & Biotech Highlights
Incyte (INCY) won additional FDA approval for Opzelura® (ruxolitinib) cream for children ages 2–11 with atopic dermatitis. Pediatric labeling expands the addressable market and supports longer‑term growth in dermatology revenue; approval details here.
Replimune (REPL) updated investors after a Type A meeting with the FDA; regulatory guidance here can materially affect timelines and valuation, so watch upcoming milestones; company statement.
PDS Biotech (PDSB) reported extended survival in a low PD‑L1 cohort in VERSATILE‑002, data that—if validated—could reshape treatment considerations for that subgroup; details here.
Defense, Aerospace and Government Contracts
Teledyne (TDY) said a Teledyne fuel cell flew successfully on Blue Origin’s New Shepard, a small but visible validation that could help Teledyne pursue space and defense power contracts; read the release.
Corporate Finance, Buybacks and Capital Moves
WTW (WTW) increased its share repurchase program by $1.5 billion, a capital‑allocation move that can support EPS and signal confidence in cash flow trajectory; company release here.
Jackson (JXN) announced a $1 billion increase to its common share repurchase authorization, another sign that insurers are deploying excess capital to boost shareholder returns; see the filing.
Genworth Financial (GNW) unveiled a new $350 million share repurchase authorization, a direct capital‑return move that could support book‑value per share and investor sentiment; release here.
Helius (HSDT), with Pantera Capital and Summer Capital, closed a private placement of over $500 million to launch a SOL treasury company—a notable institutional crypto treasury play; read the announcement.
Brera Holdings (BREA) raised an oversubscribed $300 million private placement to build a Solana digital asset treasury with backing from Ark Invest and UAE investors, another corporate crypto‑treasury example; details here.
Korn Ferry (KFY) expanded its buyback program with a $250 million increase to its common share repurchase authorization. For investors, that raises near‑term support for EPS and signals confidence in cash generation amid a still‑fragile hiring cycle; read the announcement.
Capital Markets, Debt and Credit Moves
Getty Images (GETY)'s exchange offer for its 2027 notes is front‑of‑mind for credit investors; the outcome will influence restructuring precedents for media and content businesses carrying legacy leverage.
Kodiak Gas Services (KGS) priced an additional $200 million of senior unsecured notes, a funding step that extends debt capacity for gas processing and gathering projects. Market participants will watch pricing and use of proceeds for growth versus refinancing; details here.
Algoma Steel (ASTL) upsized its asset‑based revolving credit facility, improving liquidity headroom for working capital and capital projects in a cyclical metals market; the filing outlines terms and covenant effects.
Selected Small- and Mid‑Cap Moves Worth Watching
- Century Communities (CCS) will expand its Jacksonville footprint with a land deal in Clay County, FL—a local growth move that matters for regional homebuilders tracking lot pipelines and community starts; announcement here.
- Roman DBDR Acquisition Corp. II (DRDB) received a Nasdaq deficiency letter. That raises short‑term listing risk and could affect sponsor timelines and investor liquidity; see the notice.
- Beam Global (BEEM) secured a U.S. patent for smart battery solutions—relevant for EV charging and off‑grid power.
- Immix Biopharma (IMMX) surpassed 50% enrollment in its NEXICART‑2 AL amyloidosis trial, lowering execution risk ahead of data readouts; update here.
- 22nd Century (XXII) announced a debt‑free balance sheet and new growth capital, an outcome that reduces solvency risk and funds near‑term commercialization steps; statement here.
Corporate Partnerships & Brand Moves
Joby (JOBY)'s affiliate Blade Urban Air Mobility was named official air mobility partner of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, a branding play that raises visibility for urban air mobility services ahead of potential commercial launches; announcement here.
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