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GameStop announced plans to invest a portion of its $4.8 billion cash reserves into bitcoin and stablecoins, causing its stock to surge 16%. CEO Ryan Cohen had previously hinted at this cryptocurrency strategy, which has generated significant social media buzz about the potential scale of the investment.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:45 pm

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Exor, an investment holding company, reported a 9% increase in Net Asset Value (NAV) per share in 2024, reaching €38.2 billion. The company announced a €1 billion share buyback program with a tender offer at up to a 10% premium, starting March 27, 2025. Cash flow generation was robust, with €1.5 billion received from dividends and asset disposals. The company plans to distribute an ordinary dividend of approximately €100 million, subject to AGM approval.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm

ELUXY

Electrolux held its Annual General Meeting on March 26, 2025, in Stockholm. Key decisions include: no dividend distribution for 2024, reelection of most board members with Yannick Fierling added as a new board member, approval of a performance-based long-term share program for 2025, and authorization for board share transfers.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm

NSC

Norfolk Southern (NSC) is focusing on maintaining dividend payments and share buybacks, leveraging its strong free cash flow generation capabilities. Despite potential debt concerns, the company remains committed to returning value to shareholders through financial strategies that balance debt management and investor rewards.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm

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Ontex Group NV has announced pricing of €400 million in senior notes due 2030, with a 5.250% interest rate. The company plans to use the proceeds to partially repurchase outstanding senior notes due 2026 and pay related expenses. The transaction is expected to close on or about April 3, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm

CAJ

Canon U.S.A. has introduced two new lenses specifically designed for social media creators: the RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ with power zoom capabilities for cinematic video, and the RF20mm F1.4 L VCM, a hybrid prime lens offering versatility across photo and video formats.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm

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Elliott Management, a prominent activist investor, has escalated its campaign at Phillips 66 by nominating seven directors to the company's board. This move suggests the hedge fund sees potential for strategic changes or improvements in the company's operations and governance.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm

ELUXY

Electrolux held its Annual General Meeting on March 26, 2025, in Stockholm. Key decisions include: no dividend distribution for 2024, reelection of most board members with Yannick Fierling added as a new board member, approval of a performance-based long-term share program for 2025, and authorization for board share transfers.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm

CAJ

Canon U.S.A. has announced two new lenses for social media creators: the RF-S14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ with power zoom capabilities and the RF20mm F1.4 L VCM hybrid prime lens. These lenses are designed to provide versatility across stills and video, with the 14-30mm lens priced at $329.99 and the 20mm lens at $1,699.00, set to be available in July and April 2025 respectively.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm

ONXYY

Ontex Group NV has announced pricing of €400 million senior notes due 2030 with a 5.250% interest rate. The company intends to use the proceeds to partially repurchase outstanding senior notes due 2026 and pay related expenses. The transaction is expected to close on or about April 3, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. Pro forma estimates suggest a minimal increase in cash interest expense of approximately €0.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.

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March 26, 2025 | 5:30 pm