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25 results
| Company | Date | Summary |
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| ACNAccenture plc | Oct 1, 2026 | Accenture plc reported fourth-quarter and full-year fiscal 2026 financial results for the period ended August 31, 2026. Fourth-quarter revenue reached $18.7 billion, a 6% increase in U.S. dollars, exceeding guidance, while diluted EPS rose 46% to $3.29. Full-year revenue grew 6% to $74.2 billion, and GAAP diluted EPS increased 12% to $13.56. The company returned a record $11.5 billion to shareholders through $7.5 billion in share repurchases and $4.0 billion in dividends. Accenture declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.71 per share, payable November 13, 2026, to holders of record on October 13, 2026. The company provided full-year fiscal 2027 guidance expecting revenue growth of 3% to 6% in local currency and diluted EPS of $14.39 to $14.81. Accenture plc is a global professional services company providing consulting, technology, and outsourcing solutions. |
| CAHCardinal Health Inc | Oct 1, 2026 | Cardinal Health entered a binding letter of intent to extend its pharmaceutical distribution agreements with CVS Health through June 30, 2032. The company reaffirmed its fiscal year 2027 non-GAAP earnings per share guidance range of $12.40 to $12.60 and long-term EPS growth guidance of 12% to 14%. Cardinal Health operates in the healthcare distribution industry, providing pharmaceuticals, medical products, and related services. |
| KDPKeurig Dr Pepper Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Russ Torres as Chief Executive Officer of the Company’s Coffee Operating Unit and future CEO of Global Coffee Co., a standalone entity resulting from the planned separation of KDP's coffee and beverage businesses. Torres, currently President and COO at Kimberly-Clark Corporation, will join KDP on November 3, 2026, reporting to current CEO Tim Cofer, who will lead Beverage Co. following the split targeted for early 2027. Upon separation, Global Coffee Co. is expected to generate approximately $16 billion in annual revenue and employ over 25,000 people. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. operates as a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed, and partner brands. |
| ROPRoper Technologies Inc | Oct 1, 2026 | Roper Technologies, Inc. appointed Abhijit Dubey to its Board of Directors effective October 1, 2026. Mr. Dubey, age 52, is currently the CEO and Chief AI Officer of NTT DATA, Inc., bringing expertise in enterprise software and AI transformation. He will serve until the 2027 Annual Meeting and receive standard director compensation, including an equity award valued at approximately $229,083 for his initial term and cash retainer election. This appointment enhances the board's technical governance capabilities as Roper Technologies operates market-leading businesses that design vertical software and technology-enabled products for niche markets. |
| KMBKimberly Clark Corp | Oct 1, 2026 | On September 29, 2026, Russell Torres, President and Chief Operating Officer of Kimberly-Clark Corporation, notified the company of his departure effective November 2, 2026 to pursue other opportunities. This executive change is material as it involves a key leadership role within the organization. The company operates in the consumer goods industry, manufacturing and distributing personal care and hygiene products. |
| CNPCenterpoint Energy Inc | Oct 1, 2026 | CenterPoint Energy completed the sale of its Ohio natural gas utility business, Vectren Energy Delivery of Ohio, LLC, to National Fuel Gas Company for $2.62 billion on October 1, 2026. The transaction consideration consists of $1.42 billion in cash and a $1.20 billion promissory note bearing interest at 6.50% per annum, maturing September 30, 2027. The divested assets include approximately 5,900 miles of pipeline serving roughly 335,000 customers in West Central Ohio. CenterPoint intends to use the proceeds to fund its $66.7 billion ten-year capital plan and enhance infrastructure resiliency. CenterPoint Energy is an investor-owned electric and natural gas utility operating primarily in Texas, Indiana, and Minnesota. |
| LDOSLeidos Holdings, Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | Leidos Holdings, Inc. announced the election of Jeffery S. McElfresh to its Board of Directors, effective October 1, 2026. The board size increased to eleven members upon his appointment. McElfresh, formerly AT&T’s chief operating officer, brings expertise in advanced connectivity infrastructure and cybersecurity. He will serve on the Corporate Governance and Ethics and Technology and Information Security committees. Leidos is a technology company serving government and commercial customers with digital and mission innovations. |
| MKCMcCormick & Co Inc | Oct 1, 2026 | McCormick & Company reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 results ending August 31, 2026, with net sales increasing 17.4% to $2,024.8 million and organic growth of 1.9%. Adjusted operating income rose 22.1% to $359 million, while adjusted diluted earnings per share increased slightly to $0.86 from $0.85 in the prior year period. Reported diluted EPS was $0.36, significantly lower than the $0.84 reported previously, due to $141.5 million in special charges including transaction costs and a non-cash impairment. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 outlook for adjusted earnings per share of $3.05 to $3.13. McCormick also provided an update on its proposed combination with Unilever Foods, stating integration planning is on track with regulatory filings submitted and a target close by mid-2027. McCormick & Company operates in the food industry as a global leader in flavor manufacturing and distribution. |
| PARABanzai International, Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | On September 25, 2026, Banzai International, Inc. entered into a subscription agreement with CEO and Chairman Joseph Davy for the purchase of 115,965 shares of Class B Common Stock at $0.70 per share, totaling $81,176. The price matched the consolidated closing bid price of the Company’s Class A Common Stock on the Nasdaq Capital Market immediately preceding execution. Following this transaction, Mr. Davy maintains a 25.6% voting interest in the company's voting securities. Banzai International, Inc. operates in the financial services industry, specifically providing digital asset and cryptocurrency investment solutions. |
| CTVACorteva, Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | On October 1, 2026, Corteva, Inc. completed the separation of its seed operating segment into an independent, publicly traded company named Vylor Inc. The transaction was effected through a pro rata distribution of all outstanding shares of Vylor common stock to holders of Corteva common stock as of the close of business on September 24, 2026. Following this distribution, Vylor became an independent entity and its common stock commenced regular-way trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "VYLR" on October 1, 2026. Corteva operates in the agriculture industry, providing seeds, crop protection, and digital solutions to farmers. |
| CTVACorteva, Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | Corteva, Inc. announced the expiration and final results of private exchange offers for its subsidiary EIDP’s senior notes due 2030, 2032, and 2033. Vylor Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary, received valid tenders representing $434.8 million (86.97%), $476.2 million (95.24%), and $527.6 million (87.93%) of the respective outstanding principal amounts. The exchange is conditioned on Corteva’s planned separation into two independent companies, expected to close around October 1, 2026. Early tenderers receive new Vylor Notes plus cash consideration ranging from approximately $2.67 to $2.90 per $1,000 principal, while late tenderers receive a reduced principal amount of $970 per $1,000 without cash consideration. Corteva is a global pure-play agriculture company providing seed, crop protection, and digital solutions. |
| TOSTToast, Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | Toast, Inc. announced that Chief Revenue Officer Jonathan Vassil notified the company of his decision to step down effective December 31, 2026, due to planned retirement rather than any disagreement with management. Following his departure from executive leadership, Mr. Vassil will remain employed as a non-executive employee through April 2, 2027. Toast operates in the technology industry, providing cloud-based software and hardware solutions for restaurants. |
| GFLGFL Environmental Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | GFL Environmental Inc. announced the appointment of Allen Gransch as Chief Operating Officer effective October 1, 2026. Mr. Gransch previously served as Executive Vice President since September 1, 2026, following the acquisition of SECURE Waste Infrastructure Corp., where he held roles including CFO, COO, and CEO. Concurrently, outgoing COO Billy Soffera transitioned to a senior strategic advisor role to lead value-creation initiatives. GFL Environmental Inc. is a diversified environmental services company providing solid waste management across Canada and the United States. |
| OHIOmega Healthcare Investors Inc | Oct 1, 2026 | Effective October 1, 2026, the Board of Directors appointed Matthew P. Gourmand as President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding C. Taylor Pickett upon his retirement. Mr. Gourmand also joined the Board to fill the vacancy created by Mr. Pickett's departure for the remaining term expiring in 2027. The total number of directors remains eight. Mr. Pickett’s retirement is not due to any disagreement with the Company regarding operations or policies. Mr. Gourmand, age 51, has served as President since January 1, 2025, and previously held roles in corporate strategy and investor relations. He brings prior experience as an equity portfolio manager at Millennium Partners and Stevens Capital Management, an analyst at UBS, and an auditor at Deloitte. Omega Healthcare Investors operates in the real estate investment trust sector, specializing in financing and owning senior housing and healthcare facilities. |
| FLUTFlutter Entertainment plc | Oct 1, 2026 | Flutter Entertainment plc filed an amendment to disclose the compensation arrangements for Dan Taylor, who was appointed Chief Executive Officer and Board member effective October 1, 2026. Mr. Taylor’s package includes a $1,140,000 annual base salary and a $110,000 directorship fee. For 2027, he is eligible for an incentive target of 200% of total salary with a maximum of 400%. He receives RSUs valued at 290% of total salary vesting over three years and PSUs valued at 870% of total salary. Additionally, he received promotional equity awards comprising $2,083,131 in RSUs and $6,249,394 in PSUs. The company funds pension contributions equal to 5% of his total salary. Flutter Entertainment plc operates in the global online gambling and sports betting industry. |
| FLUTFlutter Entertainment plc | Oct 1, 2026 | Flutter Entertainment plc announced that Don Liu resigned as Chief Legal Officer effective September 30, 2026. Edward Traynor, the Group Company Secretary, was appointed interim Chief Legal Officer starting October 1, 2026. This executive transition is a material event affecting near-term operations and governance. Flutter Entertainment plc operates in the global online gambling and sports betting industry. |
| WTSWatts Water Technologies Inc | Oct 1, 2026 | Watts Water Technologies announced that Kenneth R. Lepage will retire from his roles as General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Chief Sustainability Officer effective March 31, 2027, following over 23 years of service. The company is initiating a search for a successor to fill these positions. Mr. Lepage will remain in his current roles until the retirement date to assist with an orderly transition of responsibilities. Watts Water Technologies operates as a global manufacturer providing plumbing, heating, and water quality solutions for commercial, residential, and industrial applications. |
| AYIAcuity Inc. (de) | Oct 1, 2026 | Acuity Inc. reported fiscal fourth-quarter and full-year results for the period ended August 31, 2026. Fiscal Q4 net sales reached $1.2 billion, a 3% increase year-over-year, while diluted EPS rose 56% to $5.63. Full-year net sales grew 7% to $4.6 billion, with full-year diluted EPS increasing 36% to $17.05 and operating cash flow totaling $826 million. The company received $44.9 million in tariff refunds and incurred $17.8 million in special charges during the quarter. Acuity repaid $200 million of term loan debt, increased its dividend by 18%, and repurchased over 940,000 shares for $287.2 million. The company operates as an industrial technology firm designing and manufacturing lighting, controls, and building management solutions. |
| NFGNational Fuel Gas Co | Oct 1, 2026 | National Fuel Gas Company completed its acquisition of Vectren Energy Delivery of Ohio, LLC from CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp. on October 1, 2026, for an aggregate purchase price of $2.62 billion. The consideration consisted of $1.42 billion in cash and a $1.20 billion promissory note issued to the seller under a Seller Note Agreement maturing September 30, 2027, bearing interest at 6.5% per annum. The acquired utility serves approximately 335,000 customers across 16 counties in Ohio and will be renamed National Fuel Gas Distribution of Ohio, LLC. This transaction expands the company's regulated footprint into Ohio, bringing its total customer base to approximately 1.1 million and doubling its utility rate base. National Fuel Gas Company operates as an integrated energy company with segments in upstream gas production, pipeline storage, and natural gas distribution. |
| LYFTLyft, Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | Lyft reached a settlement agreement with California state and local authorities to resolve driver misclassification allegations for the period April 5, 2016 through December 15, 2020. The total settlement amount is $272.5 million, inclusive of attorneys’ fees, costs, and expenses. Lyft previously recorded a $210 million accrual in the fourth quarter of 2025 for this matter. Payments can be made over four years with up to $12.4 million in interest accruing after the first year. The settlement does not include prepayment penalties or prospective operational commitments and is subject to court approval. Lyft operates in the ride-hailing and transportation network industry. |
| CHHChoice Hotels International Inc | Oct 1, 2026 | Choice Hotels International announced that Chief Human Resources Officer Patrick Cimerola will transition from his role at the end of 2026. Effective January 1, 2027, he will serve as a special advisor through June 30, 2027, earning $25,000 per month while retaining benefits but forfeiting future equity grants and cash bonuses for 2027. Upon separation, he is entitled to termination without cause benefits based on his December 31, 2026 salary rate under a severance agreement. Choice Hotels International operates in the hospitality industry, providing hotel franchising and reservation services. |
| MGYMagnolia Oil & Gas Corp | Oct 1, 2026 | Magnolia Oil & Gas Corp announced an interim financial and operational update following the closing of its acquisition of WildFire Energy. The company sold non-core assets for $47.5 million plus 616 net acres in Gonzales County, ending Q3 2026 with approximately $1.9 billion in net debt, below 1.0x leverage. Management expects to realize over one-third of more than $100 million in annual synergies by year-end 2026. Q4 2026 production is guided at 159-161 Mboe/d with D&C capital spending around $235 million, while 2027 production growth is estimated at 4-5 percent. The company also implemented additional oil hedges via costless collars and purchased approximately 2.3 million shares in Q3. Magnolia Oil & Gas Corp operates as an independent exploration and production company focused on the Eagle Ford and Austin Chalk formations in South Texas. |
| USARUSA Rare Earth, Inc. | Oct 1, 2026 | USA Rare Earth announced the completion of its CEO succession plan on October 1, 2026, with Thras Moraitis assuming the role from outgoing CEO Barbara Humpton. Moraitis previously served as President and will lead the Upstream business unit, while Chaitan Kansal leads Midstream and David Bushi leads Downstream. The company reorganized into three decentralized business units to accelerate integration and execution across its global rare earth supply chain, which includes assets in Brazil, Texas, Colorado, the UK, and the US. USA Rare Earth operates as an integrated rare earth and advanced materials company. |
| CPKChesapeake Utilities Corp | Oct 1, 2026 | Chesapeake Utilities Corporation entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement on September 30, 2026, establishing an at-the-market (ATM) equity offering program with a maximum aggregate sales price of $225 million. The company may sell shares of its common stock from time to time through managers including Barclays Capital Inc., Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, and TD Securities (USA) LLC, as well as forward sellers. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes such as capital expenditures, debt repayment, acquisitions, and working capital. This is an equity issuance event that could dilute existing shareholders. |
| FRVOFervo Energy Co | Oct 1, 2026 | Fervo Energy announced that its Cape Station facility in Utah achieved commercial operation on September 30, 2026, one day ahead of schedule. The first GeoBlock synchronized to the grid on September 24 and is now generating revenue under a power purchase agreement with 33 MW of net power production. Phase I comprises approximately 100 MW across three 33-megawatt GeoBlocks, with the remaining two expected to reach commercial operation by January 1, 2027. An additional 400 MW Phase II is under construction with a target completion in 2028. The company operates in the geothermal energy industry. |
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