Daily Brief United States: Tesla , Uranium, Meritage Homes, J & J Snack Foods, Credo Technology Group Holding, Scotts Miracle-Gro Co Cl A, Signet Jewelers, Old Dominion Freight Line, Sherwin Williams Co, iHeartMedia and more

• Tesla delivered 443,956 vehicles in Q2 with production of 410,831 vehicles. It deployed a quarterly record of 9.4 GW hours of battery storage, its best quarter ever.
• Tesla delivered 443,956 vehicles in Q2 with production of 410,831 vehicles. It deployed a quarterly record of 9.4 GW hours of battery storage, its best quarter ever.
• Future remains uncertain for Tesla and its investors. Tesla shares are pricing in the launch of a lower priced model and Tesla’s Robotaxi on 8/8.

• Combined entity of Paladin Energy and Fission Uranium expected to command a market capitalisation of USD 3.5 billion.  
• Following the Russia-Ukraine war, uranium miners started looking for alternative sources in low-risk regions, putting focus on US and Canada.
• Post-Merger, Paladin will have the second-largest resource base of any listed uranium miner in the Western Hemisphere, second only to Cameco.  

• Meritage Homes commenced the year with a remarkable first quarter in 2024, demonstrating both strong execution and a robust demand environment, yet facing challenges due to the unpredictability of interest rates and increased land and material costs.
• On the performance front, Meritage Homes reported substantial gains, with first-quarter sales orders hitting a record 3,991 homes, reflecting a 14% year-over-year increase.
• This noteworthy jump was primarily driven by healthy spring sales, an 8% cancellation rate, and robust demand across all regions, particularly from entry-level homebuyers who make up more than 90% of the order volume.

• J&J Snack Foods recently reported fiscal results for the second quarter of 2024 and showcased a promising outcome, marked by significant sales and profit growth.
• The company’s strategy and operational efficiencies appear to be paying off, with net sales reaching $357 million, an increase of 6.5% compared to the prior year.
• This results from a combination of higher volumes, new business performance, and continued robust sales in major segments like Foodservice and Retail.

• Credo’s fiscal 2024 earnings presented a blend of robust achievements and markers for future growth, tied along with inherent business risks associated with developing and scaling high-speed connectivity solutions.
• The company highlighted record annual revenue alongside a notable uplift in revenue derived from AI-powered workloads, indicating successful alignment with leading-edge technological demands.
• Revenue for fiscal year 2024 stood at $193 million, up by 5% year-over-year, with a marked improvement in non GAAP gross margins to 62.5%.

• Recommendation to short shares of Scotts Miracle-Gro based on excessive leverage from Hawthorne hydroponics subsidiary’s cannabis market bet
• Core consumer lawn care business facing increased competition, pricing pressure, and challenges in driving volume growth
• Projected 40% downside for SMG due to precarious financial position and reliance on key retailers and seasonal revenue

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• Signet Jewelers delivered a performance that aligns with its guidance amidst a challenging retail environmen characterized by macroeconomic pressures and heightened discount activities in the jewelry sector.
• The company reported $1.5 billion in sales and $58 million in adjusted operating income, which falls within the upper half of its guidance range.
• The quarter saw a sluggish start but improved significantly with late Valentine’s Day shopping and further momentum through March and April.

• Old Dominion Freight Line, a major freight carrier company, recently released its first quarter 2024 which reflected a challenging economic environment but also highlighted areas of growth.
• Despite the continued softness in the domestic economy, Old Dominion was able to report modest year over-year increases in revenue and earnings per diluted share for two consecutive quarters.
• Its Q1 2024 earnings per diluted share of $1.34 signifies a new company record for this period.

• The Sherwin-Williams Company recently reported its consolidated sales within the guided range, gross margin expansion, and growth in diluted earnings per share (EPS) and Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA).
• However, the results were at the lower end of expected sales.
• Despite the modest first quarter, the company remains confident in its full-year outlook and is optimistic about the upcoming painting season.

• IHRT is expected to experience positive growth in the upcoming quarters, driven by its podcasting business
• CEO and CFO have been buying stocks, indicating confidence in the company’s future prospects
• Potential debt restructuring and positive growth could lead to a significant increase in IHRT’s equity value by the end of 2025.

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