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HOLX

Hologic Inc (NASDAQ:HOLX) has agreed to acquire Gynesonics, Inc. for $350 million to enhance its fibroid treatment offerings. Gynesonics' Sonata System offers a minimally invasive solution for uterine fibroids. Analysts believe the acquisition will not significantly impact Hologic's operating margins but will expand its product suite. Hologic is expected to report its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings in early November, with analysts forecasting adjusted EPS of $1.01 and revenues of $977.05 million.

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October 14, 2024 | 6:07 pm

ACN

Accenture has acquired Joshua Tree Group to enhance distribution center performance for retail and consumer goods clients. This acquisition will expand Accenture's capabilities in designing autonomous supply chains using AI-powered tools.

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October 14, 2024 | 5:52 pm

BIIB

LLY

Eli Lilly plans to invest $294.41 million in a new Gateway Lab in the U.K., enhancing its presence in the life sciences sector. However, its Alzheimer's drug, donanemab, faces regulatory challenges in Europe due to safety concerns. The European Medicines Agency has been cautious, having already rejected a similar drug by Biogen and Eisai. The U.K. is reviewing donanemab, but challenges remain due to the cost and complexity of early Alzheimer's diagnosis.

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October 14, 2024 | 5:52 pm

JNJ

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is set to release its Q3 earnings on Oct. 15, with expected earnings of $2.21 per share and revenue of $22.16 billion. The company recently completed the acquisition of V-Wave. Analysts have revised their ratings and price targets, with mixed views on the stock.

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October 14, 2024 | 5:48 pm

BLCO

DJT

NVDA

SIRI

U.S. stocks rose on Monday, with notable gains for NVIDIA, Trump Media & Technology, Bausch + Lomb, and Sirius XM. NVIDIA's shares increased by 2.9% following a recommendation from a Chinese think tank to continue using its chips. Trump Media surged 16.2% after launching a new streaming service. Bausch + Lomb rose 8.8% after FDA approval of a product and potential acquisition interest. Sirius XM gained 8.1% as Berkshire Hathaway increased its stake.

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October 14, 2024 | 5:47 pm

APO

Legendary Entertainment has been acquired solely by its management and funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Funds. The buyout was self-funded using cash on the balance sheet, without any outside financing. The board will be evenly split between management and Apollo.

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October 14, 2024 | 5:05 pm

APO

Legendary Entertainment has bought out Wanda Group's remaining stake, marking a new era for the studio. The transaction was funded entirely from Legendary's cash reserves, without involving partner Apollo Global. Apollo and Legendary now co-own the company, with an evenly split board.

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October 14, 2024 | 5:04 pm

AGBA

AGBA Group Holding Limited and Triller Corp. have received Nasdaq approval for their merger, expected to complete on October 15, 2024. A 1-for-4 reverse stock split will be implemented to comply with Nasdaq rules, with trading on a split-adjusted basis starting October 16, 2024.

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October 14, 2024 | 4:03 pm

INVO

INVO BioScience shares rose following the announcement of its completed merger with NAYA Biosciences.

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October 14, 2024 | 3:51 pm

SPTN

SpartanNash (NASDAQ:SPTN) is acquiring Fresh Encounter Inc., a 49-store supermarket chain in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. The acquisition will retain FEI's 2,500 employees. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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October 14, 2024 | 3:17 pm