Portillo’s, a well-known fast-casual restaurant chain in the United States, is facing some challenges in its business operations. With the stock market value at $901M and a percentage ownership of 9.90%, the company has caught the attention of activist investors like Engaged Capital. Let’s dive into the details of what’s brewing at Portillo’s and what
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The Inflation Reduction Act has ignited a manufacturing boom across the United States, with investments totaling tens of billions of dollars, particularly in rural areas that are in need of economic development. Since President Joe Biden signed the IRA into law in August 2022, companies have announced a staggering $133 billion of investments in clean
The recent surge in retail stocks, such as Target and TJX, has caught the attention of investors. While these companies saw significant jumps in their stock prices, there is a growing concern about mall real estate investment trusts. Despite the positive performance of Kimco and Simon Property Group, other retail giants like Macy’s experienced a
The rise of online sports betting has led to significant financial distress among individuals, particularly those who are already struggling financially. A recent study titled “Gambling Away Stability: Sports Betting’s Impact on Vulnerable Households” highlights the negative consequences of the widespread legalization of sports betting. Since the Supreme Court overturned a federal law prohibiting sports
Elliott Management has been making bold moves in the past few months, becoming one of the most active activists in the investment world. One of their recent investments was in Texas Instruments, resulting in a 1.7% increase in the stock since their involvement. Additionally, Elliott Management purchased shares in Southwest Airlines, pushing for a course
The first stock pick recommended by Wall Street analysts is project management software provider Monday.com (MNDY). The company reported impressive second-quarter results and raised its full-year outlook, driven by strong demand from large customers. In fact, the number of paid customers with more than $100,000 in annual recurring revenue (ARR) increased by 49% to 1,009.
The power demand from data centers is projected to triple by 2030, driven by the rapid scaling up of artificial intelligence technologies. According to a recent report by Mizuho Securities, this surge in demand will reach up to 400 terawatt hours annually, equivalent to 50 gigawatts. By the end of the decade, data centers are