Smartkarma Daily Briefs

• In a surprise move, Intel announced that its foundry chief Stuart Pann is to retire from the company effective end of May after just over one year in the role
• He will be replaced by former IBM, Globalfoundries and Marvell executive Kevin O’Buckley, effective immediately
• Mr. O’Buckley now has the dubious distinction of being the third leader of IFS in as many years. 

• textLogic Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to merge with Qoo10, a leading Asian e-commerce platform
• The deal values Wish at less than its estimated book value as of 12/31/23, reflecting the company’s struggles, but presents opportunities for growth and synergies
• The merger will allow ContextLogic to focus on monetizing its valuable NOLs and cash position, potentially unlocking additional value for shareholders and signaling a new chapter for Wish as it moves past its downfall

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• We are reiterating our Buy rating, $14 price target, and projections for Lands’ End after reviewing the May catalogs for 2023 and 2024.
• The overwhelming focus for this month is swim, one of the core categories for the company.
• Lands’ End continues to drive deeper levels of newness to capture higher pricing and create a sense of urgency for purchases.

• Lantern Pharma uses AI & data to identify drug responders, uncover mechanism of action & rescue failed drugs.
• It is developing LP-300 for non- & never smoker NSCLC in the Harmonic trial.
• Secondary candidates include LP-100 for mCRPC and LP-184 and LP-284 which are in clinical development for multiple biomarker-defined tumors and hematological cancers, respectively.

• On May 10, 2024, Soligenix, Inc. (SNGX) announced financial results for the first quarter of 2024 and provided a business update.
• The company recently completed a public offering for gross proceeds of approximately $4.75 million.
• This capital infusion is important as the company prepares to initiate a second Phase 3 trial of HyBryte (synthetic hypericin) in the treatment of cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL).

• The company attributed the strong topline to investments in technology and personnel made in recent quarters to support expected growth.
• The Caduceus sub-contract is not included in guidance and so therefore could provide upside, depending on when it comes on stream.
• Moreover, SYRA is optimistic about potential new federal business.

• TLNE reported Q1 results benefiting from its hedging program to offset the warmer winter in parts of the country. The Q1 results confirmed the commentary management had previously provided
• TLNE sold its power plants in Texas subsequent to the first quarter ending. This should remove a large portion of volatility from TLNE’s operations
• Spark spreads have continued to move in TLNE’s favor implying quarterly results this year could remain above expectations

• Vail Resorts has underperformed benchmarks in the past but is now poised for a turnaround
• The company has expanded its portfolio to 41 strategically located destinations and increased EBITDA and revenue by over 50% since 2018
• Despite increased leverage from acquisitions, the management team has effectively managed disruptions to the business and presents an attractive investment opportunity with potential for growth

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• Cinemark Holdings, Inc. is the 3rd largest movie theater chain in North America with over 500 theaters, making it a compelling risk/reward investment opportunity
• Stock has decreased in value due to concerns about potential impact of Hollywood strikes in 2024, but analysts anticipate a return to box office growth by mid-3Q 2024 and a focus on blockbuster films in 2025
• Analysts project >50% return in equity over next 6 to 12 months, with potential for greater gains in the future, citing Cinemark’s strong position in suburban areas with lower rent costs as an added attraction for investors

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• Valvoline is a vehicle service center focused on quick lube and basic maintenance services.
• They have a new focus as a pure play company after divesting their global products business in 2023.
• The team pitched Valvoline with a price target of $84, representing a 95% price upside and 22% IRR.

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