Stock Market News for March 18, 2026
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Markets & Capital Raises
Nebius Group (NBIS) priced an upsized private offering: $4.0 billion of convertible senior notes, a financing that will reshape leverage and dilution expectations across its sector; see the pricing release.
Ormat Technologies (ORA) priced an upsized convertible offering of $725 million Series A and $150 million Series B notes—track stated uses of proceeds to assess leverage and project finance plans: pricing release.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD) launched a tender offer with Saltchuk Resources for its 5.25% senior notes due 2029, paired with a consent solicitation; bondholder action could quickly alter credit spreads: tender offer notice.
DuPont (DD) announced plans for a reverse stock split, a capital‑structure move that may affect index inclusion and institutional ownership—investors should watch the exchange ratio and timing: company notice.
Evernorth (XRPN) advanced its business combination with a public S‑4 filing, clearing a path to listing and revealing pro forma ownership and strategy: S‑4 filing.
Big Pharma & Regulatory Milestones
Protagonist Therapeutics (PTGX) won FDA approval for ICOTYDE™ (icotrokinra) in moderate to severe plaque psoriasis—an oral peptide breakthrough that could shift prescribing if payor coverage follows: approval notice.
MiniMed (MMED) received FDA clearance for the MiniMed Flex™, its smallest insulin pump with smartphone control—commercial uptake and reimbursement will determine revenue scale: clearance release.
Merck (MRK) secured approval for BRAVECTO® QUANTUM, an extended‑release injectable for ticks in dogs—an incremental but steady animal‑health product win: approval release.
Healthcare & Biotech Highlights
Arvinas (ARVN) reported Phase 1 biomarker data showing > 50% LRRK2 degradation in CSF for ARV‑102 after 28 days—an important early target‑engagement signal for Parkinson’s programs: release.
Heartflow (HTFL) posted Q4 and full‑year 2025 results—cardiac imaging revenue trends and margin progression remain central to its path to profitability: results.
Market Movers — Earnings & Results
Micron Technology (MU) reported Q2 fiscal 2026 results; memory demand, pricing and guidance remain dominant drivers for semiconductor stocks—investors will dissect DRAM and NAND outlook: earnings release.
dLocal (DLO) released 2025 fourth‑quarter results—payments revenue and regional merchant growth are key signals for cross‑border fintech adoption: results.
SUNation Energy (SUNE) reported Q4 and full‑year 2025 results, beating annual guidance and providing a 2026 outlook—positive beats with forward commentary can bolster renewable growth narratives: results.
PicPay (PICS) posted fourth‑quarter and full‑year 2025 results—active‑user trends and monetization remain the focus for Latin American digital‑wallet plays: earnings release.
EquipmentShare (EQPT) reported fourth‑quarter and full‑year 2025 financial results—rentals, fleet utilization and margin recovery will guide investor expectations for the equipment‑rental cycle: results.
Tech, AI & Software
JFrog (FROG) launched a Universal MCP Registry to act as a system‑of‑record for the AI software supply chain—artifact provenance and governance are rising priorities for enterprise AI security: product announcement.
CrowdStrike (CRWD) expanded GovCloud offerings and achieved FedRAMP High authorization for federal XIoT and OT security, broadening public‑sector procurement prospects: product update | authorization notice.
Industrials, Energy & Government
Rocket Lab (RKLB) won a $190 million contract for 20 HASTE launches, reinforcing its role in hypersonics and responsive defense launch—a backlog boost with margin implications: contract details.
Timken (TKR) expanded automated lubrication capabilities with the acquisition of Bijur Delimon, strengthening aftermarket recurring revenue and maintenance offerings: deal release.
Comtech (CMTL) delivered the first EDIM modems to the U.S. Army, a milestone that de‑risks execution and supports near‑term government revenue: milestone release.
Constellation Energy (CEG) reached an agreement to sell PJM generation assets to LS Power as part of a FERC and U.S. DOJ resolution tied to the Calpine transaction—an important regulatory outcome that reshapes asset ownership and market footprints in the region: transaction notice.
Retail, Consumer & Mobility
Williams‑Sonoma (WSM) delivered strong Q4 and FY2025 results, signaling resilient home discretionary demand and effective omnichannel execution: earnings release.
Macy’s (M) returned to annual comparable‑sales growth and beat Q4 and FY2025 guidance—inventory discipline and pricing execution across department‑store peers remain key: earnings release.
Corporate Moves & M&A
Independent Bank Corporation (IBCP) and HCB Financial Corp. announced a definitive merger agreement—community‑bank consolidation continues to reshape regional franchise reach and deposit dynamics: deal release.
Compass (COMP) will dismiss a lawsuit following Zillow’s ban reversal, removing a legal overhang and normalizing competitive dynamics in digital real‑estate listings: disclosure.
Constellation Energy (CEG) asset sale (see above) also illustrates how regulatory settlements can drive divestitures that materially change strategic asset portfolios: transaction notice.
Quick Hits — Select Operational Updates
- S&P Global (SPGI) acquired Enertel AI to strengthen power‑market analytics and AI capabilities: acquisition release.
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