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• CVRx (CVRX US) was up 19% (including after hours) as the AMA accepted CPT Category I codes for Barostim. Codes are to be implemented on January 1, 2026
• With Category I CPT codes CVRX should see the benefits of clinical validation, regulatory de-risking, reimbursement potential, increased market access and significant improvement in revenue potential
• Barostim is the only neuromodulation device for heart failure and resistant hypertension, positioning CVRx as a compelling acquisition target due to its unique technology and strong market potential.

• Copper prices were down slightly, WoW, by 0.3% YoY, as the effect of China’s stimulus plan announcements waned, with investors viewing them more skeptically.
• With 58% of the metal’s demand arising from China, we expect the short-term malaise to be felt unless China makes punchier fiscal stimulus announcements soon. 
• We believe high-quality equities like Southern Copper (SCCO US) and Ivanhoe Mines (IVN CN) will continue to be resilient and prefer exposure to copper in those names.

• OPEC cuts demand growth estimates for the third consecutive month, lowering its 2024 and 2025 forecasts by 4.9% and 5.7%, respectively, citing demand weakness in China.
• Total production of OPEC members obliged to implement supply cuts averaged 21.32m bpd in September, exceeding the target by 180k bpd.
• The EIA reduced its 2024 and 2025 oil price forecasts due to September’s sharp decline but expects prices to rise from current levels on declining oil inventories.

• Blackbaud, Inc. reported a strong second quarter in 2024, showing significant improvement in various financial metrics and advancing its strategic initiatives.
• The company, a leading provider of software to power social impact, has focused on product innovation tailored for non-profit organizations while implementing crucial revenue initiatives and maintaining careful attention to cost management and cash flow enhancement.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

• Frontdoor, Inc. delivered a robust financial performance for the second quarter of 2024, with notable progress on strategic fronts, despite facing macroeconomic challenges and a tough real estate environment.
• The company reported a revenue increase of 4% reaching $542 million and observed a significant expansion in gross margin, up by 470 basis points to 56%.
• Adjusted EBITDA improved by 31% to $158 million, and free cash flow saw a substantial rise, more than doubling to $91 million.

• Gentex Corporation reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, revealing challenges in light vehicle production and sales.
• Net sales for the quarter were $572.9 million, a decrease from $583.5 million in the same period last year.
• The decline is attributed to a 3% drop in light vehicle production in North America, Europe, and Japan/Korea.

• Halozyme’s recent quarterly performance underscored a strong trajectory in its financial and operational fronts.
• The company, which specializes in the ENHANZE drug delivery technology, reported robust second-quarter earnings, with total revenue hitting $231 million, showing a growth that aligns with the company’s full-year expectations of 13% to 22%.
• Notably, royalty revenues increased by 12%, reaching $125 million.

• Power Integrations presented its Q2 2024 financial results, reflecting a phase of cautious optimism as the company inches towards recovery amid uncertain macro conditions.
• This period has been characterized by improved revenue streams, particularly within its consumer category, and a tightening of inventory levels, which are seen as positive developments for the semi-conductor manufacturing firm.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

• Rambus has recently reported its financial outcomes for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, holding a detailed discussion during their earnings call, highlighting multiple areas of its operations and strategies moving forward.
• During this call, insights into their recent performance, including specifics around their product segments and financial metrics, were shared by both Desmond Lynch, the Chief Financial Officer, and Luc Seraphin, the CEO.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

• Sabre Corporation recently announced its second quarter 2024 financial results, exceeding initial forecasts and setting a positive trajectory towards achieving its strategic and financial objectives.
• The company reported steady revenue growth, a substantial increase in adjusted EBITDA, margin expansion, and generated positive second quarter free cash flow for the first time in five years, leading Sabre to revise its full-year 2024 revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance upwards.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

• Sensata Technologies repoted its Q2 2024 earnings with positive insights alongside challenges reflected in their financial outcomes.
• During Q2 2024, Sensata reported revenue of approximately $1.036 billion compared to $1.062 billion in the same period in 2023.
• Despite the decline, the company executed product elimination strategies targeting underperforming products, which, adjusted for, would depict a stable revenue curve slightly ahead of guidance.

• Sonos, a key player in the audio technology sector, presented its third quarter fiscal 2024 results that signaled both promises and challenges.
• The call, led by Patrick Spence, CEO of Sonos, detailed the current predicaments mainly centered around the recent overhaul of their mobile application, alongside highlights of new product introductions and financial metrics.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

• For the week ending 11/Oct, US crude inventories decreased by 2.2m barrels, diverging from expectations of a 1.8m barrel build. Additionally, gasoline and distillate stockpiles also declined more than anticipated.
• US natural gas inventories rose 76 Bcf for the week ending 11/Oct, lower than analyst expectations of an 80 Bcf buildup. Inventories are 4.6% above the 5-year seasonal average.
• Halliburton, Schlumberger, and Occidental’s target prices were cut. Notably, analysts kept their Buy ratings on Reliance despite its net profit falling by 4.8% YoY.

• In a notable development, Dana Incorporated (NYSE:DAN) has recently emerged as a potential acquisition target, sparking rumors across Wall Street.
• The company’s stock rose by 0.5%, following reports of takeover interest as mentioned in a Betaville “uncooked” alert.
• The timing of this speculation coincides with a strong earnings performance for Q2 2024, where Dana posted $2.7 billion in sales and a solid $244 million in adjusted EBITDA.

• TEGNA Inc. reported their Q2 2024 financial results, reflecting a mix of challenges and opportunities which present a balanced view for potential investors.
• In this earnings review, a detailed assessment of the company’s performance and strategic initiatives provides insights into its emerging trends and operational focus.
• During the quarter, TEGNA noted a decline in total company revenue compared to the previous year, which primarily stemmed from decreases in subscriber counts and national advertising revenues.

• Micron Technology’s fiscal fourth quarter 2024 earnings call underscores a period of noteworthy developments and strategic pivots, reflecting both positives and challenges that face the company.
• The call, led by Sumit Sadana and other executives, provided insights into various aspects including demand trends, inventory levels, operational execution, and financial outlook which are critical for understanding Micron’s trajectory and market dynamics.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

• In the latest earnings discussion of Five9, Chairman and CEO Mike Burkland relayed a mixed set of results, presenting a blend of successes and challenges.
• The company achieved an annual revenue run rate exceeding $1 billion, primarily driven by a 21% year-over-year growth in LTM Enterprise subscription revenue.
• Alongside, the adjusted EBITDA margin improved sequentially to 17% of revenue, contributing robustly to a strong LTM operating cash flow of $126 million, which is 13% of revenue.

• CCC Intelligent Solutions Holdings, Inc. delivered a robust financial performance for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, primarily driven by new business wins, contract renewals, and expansions.
• The company reported a 10% year-over-year increase in total revenue, amounting to $233 million, which surpassed the guidance range.
• Adjusted EBITDA also saw an 18% increase from the previous year, reaching $96 million, also exceeding expectations.

• Constellation Brands delivered mixed results in its Q2 Fiscal Year 2025 earnings, reflecting resilience amid a challenging macroeconomic environment.
• The performance of the company’s segments varied, with strong growth in the Beer Business offset by headwinds in the Wine and Spirits division.
• Starting on a positive note, Constellation Brands’ Beer Business continued its streak as a sector leader, demonstrating robust financial performance with net sales and operating income growing by nearly 6% and 13%, respectively.

• Energy Transfer’s Q2 2024 earnings report reveals a company navigating complex operational landscapes with a mixture of robust results and strategic adjustments, providing a broad perspective on its strengths and challenges as it plans forward.
• The company reported a noticeable rise in their financial and operational metrics indicating vital signs of growth.
• However, certain segments experienced downturns that could suggest areas requiring attention for future stability and improvement.

• Uber’s potential acquisition of Expedia has sent shockwaves across the travel and tech industries.
• The ride-hailing giant has reportedly explored the idea of purchasing the $20 billion U.S. travel booking platform, marking a dramatic shift in its strategy to diversify beyond ride-hailing and food delivery.
• Speculation suggests that Uber is looking to expand its “super app” ambitions—something akin to the multipurpose apps seen in Chinese tech ecosystems like WeChat.

• DoubleVerify, a leader in media quality and performance solutions, had a pivotal second quarter in 2024, managing to reaccelerate their revenue growth trajectory, powered by a strong push in social and CTV measurement and ongoing growth in their supply-side platform business, notably driven by the expansive retail media sector.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.
• In this report, we have carried out a fundamental analysis of the historical financial statements of the company.

• Waystar Holding (WAY US) is forecasted to pass the mcap and fcap thresholds for the small-cap segment and get added at the November 2024 review.
• The company currently passes the higher regional mcap and fcap thresholds for the small-cap segment at the December 2024 review.
• Waystar Holding (WAY US) risks failing the fcap threshold at the December 2024 review if the stock price falls back to the IPO price levels.

• Shell expects Q3 refining margins to drop 28.6% QoQ to USD 5.5/bbl, driven by a sharp decline in oil prices. However, improved chemical margins are anticipated to offer some relief.
• Between 2023 and 2025, Shell plans to invest USD 10 billion to USD 15 billion in low-carbon solutions globally, with a strategic emphasis on LNG.
• Shell projects LNG to account for 26% of energy sales by 2030, up from 22% in 2023, while oil products will decrease from 48% to 39%.

• The company required a $180 billion bailout from the US government during the financial crisis, but has since fully repaid it with interest.
• Under Peter Zafino’s leadership, AIG has refocused its underwriting efforts, returning to profitability and divesting non-core businesses.
• AIG has undergone a remarkable turnaround post-financial crisis, focusing on specialty insurance for top quartile industry returns

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• TotalEnergies’ revenue is expected to fall 9.1% QoQ and 17.8% YoY in Q3, while its EPS is expected to rise 6.6% QoQ but fall 19.8% YoY. 
• TotalEnergies anticipates a decline in downstream profitability due to a 65.7% QoQ drop in European refining margins, though increased gas prices are expected to partially offset lower oil prices.
• TotalEnergies raised its annual oil and gas output growth forecast to 3% through 2030. Targets natural gas to comprise 50% of its total sales mix by 2030.

• BioStem Technologies is a leading innovator focused on harnessing the natural properties of perinatal tissue in the development, manufacture, and commercialization of allografts for regenerative therapies.
• The company announced testing results for its core BioRetain technology that showed the superiority of the treatment over the traditional standard of care.
• Additionally, the company received national pricing from Medicare for its Vendaje AC product.

• HWKN has grown its water treatment business through acquisition leading to the segment becoming larger than the industrial business. The water treatment segment should become the largest sales generator.
• We believe this growth through inorganic means has resulted in HWKN’s stock trading at a premium to the market and to HWKN’s historic levels. 
• The seasonality the water treatment segment experiences should result in HWKN’s overall gross margin declining in the second half of fiscal 2025. 

• Tigus provides a clear view of industries and companies for research
• Kyle Mowry discusses Driven Brands as a complex but interesting investment
• Driven Brands offers a combination of private equity control and public market liquidity, leading to potential mispricing and alpha opportunity

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• Adicet Bio is a biotech company working on developing an off-the-shelf CD20 gamma delta CAR-T cell therapy for autoimmune diseases, particularly lupus nephritis
• The company also has gamma delta CAR-T programs targeting various cancers, with value inflection data points expected in 2024 and 2025
• Despite trading at a negative enterprise value, Adicet has significant cash reserves and a manageable quarterly spend, making its equity potentially underpriced compared to peers, with the potential success of its autoimmune program leading to a stock re-rating.

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• Masimo Corporation’s second quarter of 2024 earnings conference call came with updates that carry implications of both strength and ongoing challenges.
• The company, primarily known for its healthcare technologies, showed a robust performance in its healthcare segment, with a noticeable 23% year-on-year growth in healthcare revenues, totaling $344 million for the quarter.
• This growth is supported by a 29% increase in consumables and service revenue, reflecting strong demand for Masimo sensors, driven by hospital conversions and normalization of installations.

• Blockchain Basics: Blockchain is a decentralized ledger recording transactions without a central authority. Participants validate and store immutable, transparent data, ensuring trust and security throughout the network.
• Blockchain Layers: The blockchain ecosystem consists of Layer 1 (core blockchain), Layer 2 (scaling solutions), and Layer 3 (applications), all working together to enable secure, scalable interactions with blockchain technology.
• Key Concepts: Blockchain principles include immutability (data cannot be changed), permissionless participation (open to anyone), and decentralization (no single entity controls the system), ensuring security, transparency, and trust across networks.

• Exelixis, Inc. presented its second-quarter 2024 financial results, revealing a period of strong performance and strategic advancements in its portfolio.
• The company highlighted significant growth in both its top and bottom lines, primarily driven by the success of the cabozantinib franchise, demonstrating a robust market presence, especially in renal cell carcinoma (RCC).
• Globally, net product revenues from the cabozantinib franchise, along with revenues from partnerships, showed significant increases, totaling $618 million for the quarter.

• Inspire Medical Systems presented its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, displaying substantial growth and positive shifts across its operational and financial spectrums.
• The company, dedicated to advancing medical solutions for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), has achieved a significant milestone with the treatment of over 75,000 patients using its innovative Inspire therapy.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

• WD-40 Company reported its third-quarter fiscal year 2024 earnings with continued positive trends, marking it the third consecutive quarter of growth across all three trade blocks.
• The company recorded net sales of $155 million, an increase of over 9% compared to the same period last year.
• The sales growth is reflective of an 8% increase when excluding favorable currency impacts.

• BERRY (BERY) has had a challenging start to the year but recent market trends have created an interesting investment opportunity for the company.
• BERY had been in a strategic review process for its HH&S business, with expectations for a sale to improve their balance sheet, but instead announced a spin off with Glatfelter Corporation (GLT), causing a drop in stock price.
• The stock is now in a state of “DEAL PURGATORY” until the transaction is completed, leading to a selloff in the stock price and possible undervaluation for investors to consider.

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• Investment opportunity in BPT, a grantor trust with royalty interest in Prudhoe Bay
• Cash flow offset against increasing costs, risky but potentially lucrative
• Factors affecting profitability include production levels, WTI prices, costs, and taxes; predicted decrease in value over next 12 months

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• Dave offers financial products to financially challenged Americans, including early wage access loans and digital checking accounts
• Dave faces regulatory challenges in the fintech industry but is still considered a good long-term investment
• The collapse of Synapse and regulatory scrutiny on banking partners like Evolve have raised concerns about the fast growth of fintech companies without proper supervision, highlighted in articles from WSJ and Bloomberg

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• Roivant, a biopharmaceutical firm, reported its financial results and progress on clinical programs for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 during an earnings call led by CEO Matthew Gline.
• This quarter, Roivant emphasized its ongoing efforts in expanding and executing its clinical pipeline, highlighting several key updates and future expectations.
• Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

• Alpha Metallurgical Resources reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, delivering a performance that reflects both the resilience and challenges faced by the metallurgical coal industry.
• The company announced an adjusted EBITDA of $116 million and total shipments of 4.6 million tons during the quarter.
• Despite a decrease in adjusted EBITDA from $190 million in the previous quarter, the figures indicate strategic navigation through prevailing tough market conditions, characterized by weakened steel demand and subsequent impact on metallurgical coal markets.

• The US oil and gas rig count rose by one to 586 for the week ending 11/Oct, marking an increase after falling for three consecutive weeks.
• The US oil rig count increased by two to 481. Meanwhile, gas rigs decreased by one to 101, after gaining six rigs over the last two weeks.
• For the week ending 11/Oct, US energy producers added six rigs in Texas and one in Oklahoma but cut two each in Pennsylvania, Louisiana, and New Mexico.

• US natural gas prices fell 7.8% for the week ending 11/Oct, marking a second straight weekly decline as Hurricane Milton reduced electricity demand, driving down Henry Hub prices.
• Henry Hub Put/Call volume ratio fell to 0.69 (11/Oct) from 0.98 the previous week as put volumes fell by 27.3% WoW, while call volumes rose by 2.8%.
• Put OI increased for contracts expiring in November and April while call OI rose for expiries in December, January, February, and March.

• September showed positive returns, bucking the seasonal negative returns we have seen in previous years.
• BTCUSD (6.79%), ETHUSD (2.99%), SOLUSD (10.51%) and OTHERS index (15.86%) were green across the board.
• The odds of an explosive expansionary phase significantly increased in September.

• WTI futures rose by 1.6% for the week ending 11/Oct, as the simmering tensions in the Middle East outweighed persistent demand concerns.
• WTI options Put/Call volume ratio fell to 0.52 from 0.64 (04/Oct) as put volume dropped by 50.9% WoW while call volume fell by 39.8%.
• WTI OI PCR was unchanged at 0.76 compared to last week. Call OI rose by 5.7% WoW, while put OI grew by 5.8%.

• The crypto market showed some encouraging signs over the weekend, despite Coinbase showing a significant discount on its Bitcoin and Ethereum prices.
• This suggests that Coinbase users are net sellers, possibly due to concerns about the 69,330 bitcoins seized by the U.S. government in connection with the Silk Road case.
• However, we believe it is very unlikely that the government will liquidate these bitcoins anytime soon.

• CTA Update Last week, the research division of UBS shared an update on the positioning of CTAs.
• Contrarian’ trades: bullish Energy, Cattle Feeder, Lme Lead and Lme Nickel, bearish Coffee, Cocoa, Platinum and Palladium
• Go with momentum’ trades: bullish Lme Tin, Copper, Gold and Lean Hogs, bearish Soybean, Soybean Meal, Wheat and Corn Hurricane Milton and Orange Juice Prices Orange juice futures rose as Hurricane Milton approached Florida throughout the week.

• DNOW’s existing fulfillment model is contributing to increased earnings and free cash flow capacity through industry cycles.
• 1H24 revenue totaled $1,196 million compared with $1,178 million in 1H23, despite a 5% decline in the average global rig count. US revenue totaled $947 million in 1H24 compared with $883 million in 1H23 despite a 24% decline in the average US rig count.
• US gains reflect increased market share and a partial contribution from the $185 million Whitco acquisition, which closed March 12, 2024. Free cash flow totaled $98 million in 1H24. 

• On October 7, 2024, Virios Therapeutics, Inc. (VIRI) announced a business combination with privately-held Wex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. to form Dogwood Therapeutics, Inc. (DWTX).
• The name and ticker change, along with a 1:25 reverse split, took effect October 9, 2024.
• The new company will be focused on the advancement of three assets: Halneuron , which is currently in a Phase 2b trial for the treatment of chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain (CINP) IMC-1, which is a Phase 3-ready asset for the treatment of fibromyalgia and IMC-2, which is currently in development to treat Long COVID.

• LSB currently operates three downstream integrated ammonia production facilities.
• Behrman said key competitive advantages include a cost structure underpinned by access to low-cost US natural gas feedstock, strategic proximity with plants located in three states (OK, AK, and AL), and good logistics with access to waterways, truck, and rail.
• About half of LSB’s output is geared toward agricultural applications (fertilizers), while the remaining is geared toward various industrial applications.

• We are updating our 4QFY24 and revenue and adjusted EPS estimates for BSET following the company’s earnings release and investor call (see 1 for our summary of the quarter).
• As noted, industry conditions for residential furniture remain challenging, with the housing market (still) stuck and consumer spending on furniture and furnishings subdued after the COVID pull-through, when many people renovated their homes.
• Near term, we expect demand to remain subdued, even as easier comps and some return to normal demand dynamics gain traction over the next several quarters.

• Hugh Mackay provides insights into the future of iron ore, copper, and steel dynamics
• China’s recent stimulus announcement and its impact on global commodity markets
• Challenges faced by Chinese authorities in addressing deflation and household sector confidence.

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• Prediction markets are considered efficient tools for aggregating information
• Studies show that prediction markets are often better at predicting outcomes than professional pollsters
• Small movements in prediction markets may not always accurately reflect significant changes in underlying factors, leading to debates over market efficiency and manipulation.

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• Discussion on the impact of elections on FX and various hedges
• Focus on trade and fiscal policies as key factors influencing FX
• Potential scenarios and dominant teams in different election outcomes, with Republican sweep seen as favorable for dollar strength

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• Tri Pointe Homes delivered a robust performance in the second quarter of 2024, showcasing an adept response to current market conditions and strategic planning.
• The company reported a substantial increase in home deliveries, up by 45%, leading to significant revenue growth.
• Home sales revenue rose to $1.1 billion, marking a 38% upsurge from the previous year, primarily driven by increased community counts and optimized cycle times.

• In a major development that’s turning heads on Wall Street, Super Micro Computer (SMCI) announced it is now shipping over 100,000 GPUs per quarter, specifically targeting the surging artificial intelligence (AI) market.
• This is a significant leap for the company as it seeks to capitalize on the growing demand for high-performance computing power required by AI training models and data-heavy applications.
• With AI dominating conversations across industries, GPUs have become critical components in data centers, and Super Micro’s ability to ship these units at scale, coupled with its competitive pricing, could potentially generate billions in revenue.

• Valvoline Inc. reported its third-quarter fiscal year 2024 results, featuring a strong performance with significant top-line growth and operational enhancements.
• For this quarter, which ended June 30, 2024, the company reported a system-wide store sales growth of 12.4%, reaching $809 million.
• This consistent growth across the company’s franchise and owned stores contributed to a same-store sales increase of 6.5%.

• Costco Wholesale Corporation’s fourth-quarter financial performance for fiscal year 2024 highlighted a neutral set of results that reflect both commendable operational successes and ongoing challenges.
• Comparing the results with the same period last year, Costco showed an increase in net income, with the figure reaching $2.354 billion, translating to $5.29 per diluted share.
• This is a notable rise from $2.16 billion, or $4.86 per diluted share, the year before, accounting for a 9% increase.

• China’s largest post-pandemic stimulus package, freeing 1 trillion yuan in liquidity, spurred a 4% silver rally, boosting both industrial demand and consumer spending.
• U.S.-Listed silver ETFs saw $942 million in inflows since July, with $400 million added after the Fed’s rate cut, as lower rates increase demand for non-yielding assets like silver.
• Global solar installations are up 29% year-over-year, driving silver demand, with forecasts raised after China’s mid-year reversal of installation restrictions.

• Positive results from a Phase 3 clinical trial show that avasopasem reduces the severity of symptomatic oral mucositis (SOM) and decreases the need for opioid analgesics.
• Galera Therapeutics plans to submit a New Drug Application (NDA) to the FDA based on these promising results.
• There is potential for avasopasem to become a new standard of care for patients receiving radiation therapy for head and neck cancer.

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• Newmont Mining is the largest publicly traded gold mining company in the U.S. with a market cap of around $55 billion
• The company offers reduced mine risk due to its diversified portfolio of mines and potential for growth as the price of gold continues to climb
• Analysts predict the stock could reach $80 by 2025, representing a 68% upside due to factors like US central bank money printing and government deficit spending driving the price of gold higher

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• Nearly US$140bn has flowed into mainland China listed ETFs year to date and there have been big creations in the last few weeks as stocks have surged.
• 97% of all inflows are in ETFs benchmarked to the CSI300, CSI1000, CSI500, SSE50, ChiNext and STAR50 indices. But over US$4bn has gone into other ETFs in the last week.
• The large ETF inflows over the last few weeks has led to index rebalance strategies underperforming in China. But that should reverse from now to rebalance implementation.

• Microsoft is projected to report an EPS of $3.10 for Q1 FY2025, reflecting a year-over-year increase, highlighting consistent growth amid evolving market dynamics.
• With a quarterly dividend increase of 10% and a $60 billion share repurchase program approved, Microsoft aims to enhance shareholder value while navigating competitive pressures.
• Amid concerns of slowing AI adoption, analysts are divided on Microsoft’s outlook, balancing high expectations against rising expenses, especially with its significant investments in AI and cloud infrastructure.

• Elon has given up on his ambitious targets. Or he has never seriously pursued them.

• Tesla’s investor event “We, Robot” was nothing more than a theme park for adults who were there to indulge into an illusion for a night.

• Why would they conduct such a ridiculous event that suggests that they have nothing up their sleeves that can create tens of billions of dollars of AI revenue soon? 

• On August 27, the decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) Maker, known for managing the world’s largest partially decentralized stablecoin, Dai, announced that it would rebrand to Sky on September 18.
• Starting on that date, Dai stablecoin holders gained the ability to convert their Dai 1-to-1 into Sky Dollar (USDS), the new stablecoin of the Sky ecosystem.
• This shift is part of Maker’s “Endgame” roadmap—a vision that co-founder Rune Christensen has been developing for years.

• BellRing Brands recently reported its earnings for the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024.
• The company, which is known for its Premier Protein and Dymatize brands, showcased a mixture of strengths and areas poised for improvement.
• BellRing Brands has demonstrated robust growth, showing a notable increase in net sales and adjusted EBITDA, indicative of effective operational management and solid demand for its products.

• Bright Horizons Family Solutions, a renowned provider of child care, early education, and work-life servcies, recently reported a robust performance for the second quarter of 2024 in their latest earnings call.
• CEO, Stephen Kramer, highlighted substantial revenue growth in full service and back-up care segments and a nearly 40% increase in adjusted EPS, surpassing the company’s expectations due to improved operational efficiency across all three segments.
• In light of these results, the company has raised its full-year guidance for both revenue and EPS.

• Boston Beer Company’s second-quarter 2024 earnings reflected a mixed performance amid shifting market dynamics and consumer preferences.
• The company, widely recognized for its innovative approach and diversified portfolio, reported a 4% decline in depletions and a 6.4% decrease in shipments compared to the previous year.
• This was primarily attributed to declines in the Truly Hard Seltzers segment, which could not be wholly offset by growth in Twisted Tea and Sun Cruiser brands.

• Axalta Coating Systems recently disclosed its financial performance for the second quarter of 2024, showcasing record-breaking results in the face of challenging market conditions.
• The company reported a 4% rise in net sales, reaching $1.35 billion, with a significant boost in volumes across all end markets.
• Additionally, adjusted EBITDA increased notably by $64 million year-over-year to $291 million, reflecting a 400 basis-point improvement in margins to 21.5%.

• Elanco Animal Health Incorporated showed promising performance in its second quarter of 2024, demonstrating consistent operational results and strategic progress in various key areas.
• With a fourth consecutive quarter of underlying revenue growth, the company has displayed resilience and growth in its core segments.
• The adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EPS metrics surpassed the estimates by achieving higher figures than projected in previous guidance, indicating efficient operational and cost management.

• DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc., a major player in the dental solutions and technologies market, reported a mixed second quarter performance for the fiscal year 2024.
• The company faced notable challenges, including a decline in revenue to $984 million, primarily impacted by lower sales in its Connected Technology Solutions (CTS) segment.
• This was attributed to ongoing pressures in the capital equipment market, partially influenced by macroeconomic conditions, pricing degradation, and suboptimal performance in key markets.

• Century Communities reported a strong performance for the second quarter of 2024, showcasing significant improvements in key financial metrics and operational achievements that underline the company’s robust position in the homebuilding industry.
• The company delivered 2,617 homes, marking a 17% increase year-over year and an 11% sequential increase.
• Home sales revenues also saw a notable rise, reaching $1 billion, a 24% increase year-over-year and a 10% increase sequentially.

• BSET posted an adjusted EPS loss of ($0.41) for 3QFY24, down $0.11 from the prior year and $0.08 below our estimate of ($0.33).
• While the quarter was affected by continued challenging industry conditions, including the weak housing market (housing is a traditional driver of residential furniture sales) and wary consumers (many of whom updated their homes during COVID), the earnings miss was also, in part, a consequence of a July hack of Bassett’s IT systems that forced the firm to sideline production for a week, costing the firm $1-2 million on the bottom line from lost sales and associated manufacturing inefficiencies.
• We estimate that this production shutdown cost Bassett $0.085 to $0.17 in EPS.

• The earnings for Tempur Sealy in the second quarter of 2024 presents a mixed financial outlook, characterized by both positive achievements and challenging market conditions.
• The company reported a notable increase in net sales which approximate $1.2 billion, and adjusted EBITDA stood at $231 million, marking a year-over-year improvement of 6%.
• Adjusted earnings per share also saw growth, rising 9% to $0.63, alongside an improved leverage ratio.

• Mattel’s second quarter of 2024 presented a mixed set of results, reflecting both the challenges and strategic progress within the toy industry.
• In terms of financial performance, net sales slightly declined by 1% but were stable on a constant currency basis.
• This relatively flat sales trajectory indicates a degree of resilience amidst broader economic fluctuations, with the company managing to maintain its sales levels year-over-year.

• Vishay Intertechnology’s second quarter 2024 earnings reflect a mixed financial picture, characterized by modest revenue results and continuous investment in strategic initiatives aimed at long-term growth.
• The company reported a quarterly revenue of $741.2 million, which remained essentially flat compared to the previous quarter, with some positive contribution from acquisitions and specific regional demands, offset by decreases in major market segments such as automotive and industrial.
• The automotive sector experienced a significant downturn, with revenue dropping 6.7% quarter-over-quarter and 13.6% year-over-year, largely due to reduced orders from Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs in Europe and North America.

• Acasti Pharma is making progress in developing IV nimodipine for acute subarachnoid hemorrhages
• Lead asset GTX-104 is the primary focus of their development efforts
• Successful PIPE offering and enrollment in Phase 3 trial put Acasti Pharma on track for potential FDA approval

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• Group 1 Automotive’s second quarter of 2024 financial results generally mirrored the broader challenges and opportunities facing the automotive industry, marked by resilience amid disruptions and strategic expansions that promise future growth.
• The company navigated significant obstacles, including extreme weather events and a significant system outage from its dealership management service provider, CDK, which impacted its operations from June 19 to June 26.
• Despite these challenges, Group 1 Automotive managed to minimize the financial impact significantly, estimating a pretax income impact of the CDK incident at approximately $17 million or $0.97 in diluted earnings per share, along with one-time pretax compensation payments to employees amounting to $5.9 million or approximately $0.34 per dilute share.

• Planet Fitness has released its financial results for the second quarter, demonstrating solid growth figures, a testament to its strategic expansion and robust franchise model.
• The company marked this quarter with a few significant milestones and strategic shifts under the new CEO, Colleen Keating, who brings extensive experience in franchise businesses and real estate.
• One of the notable achievements this quarter was the growth in same-store sales by 4.2% and an increase in revenue by 5.1%.

• Cavco Industries, Inc.’s first quarter fiscal year 2025 earnings call commenced with the routine formalities.
• Bill Boor, President and CEO, detailed the company’s continued improvement in the factory-built housing sector, underscored by a significant 25% sequential increase in orders and a corresponding 20% hike in shipments.
• These metrics are encouraging indicators of robust market demand and operational execution.

• Boise Cascade’s second quarter 2024 earnings reflected a complex but strategically navigated economic landscape, manifesting both strengths and areas of concerns.
• The company reported a year-on-year decrease in net income from $146.3 million in Q2 2023 to $112.3 million in Q2 2024, alongside a slight decline in consolidated sales reaching $1.8 billion, down by 1% from the previous year.
• Despite a softer market environment characterized by elevated mortgage rates and broader economic uncertainties, the firm has pushed forward with essential growth projects and sustained its shareholder capital return strategy.

• Fastly’s Q2 2024 earnings highlighted a mix of positive developments and significant challenges facing the company.
• For the quarter, Fastly reported revenue of $132.4 million, which surpassed the midpoint of their guidance.
• This achievement was overshadowed by a concerning trend with some of Fastly’s largest customers, particularly in the media sector, where decreased traffic projections and an emphasis on cost reductions have led to lower revenue expectations for these key accounts.

• For the week ending 04/Oct, US crude inventories rose by 5.8m barrels, exceeding expectations of a 2m barrel build. However, gasoline and distillate stockpiles fell more than expected.
• US natural gas inventories rose by 82 Bcf for the week ending 04/Oct, higher than analyst expectations of a 73 Bcf buildup. Inventories are 5.1% above the 5-year seasonal average.
• Chevron and Shell experienced target price upgrades, while Schlumberger and Occidental’s target prices were cut. Notably, BNP Paribas downgraded Exxon to Underperform from Neutral.