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XPEV

Xpeng has launched its mass-market Mona M03 electric vehicle, priced under $17,000, with basic driver-assist features. This positions Xpeng as a competitive player in the affordable EV market, challenging Tesla's pricing in China. The Mona M03 uses technology from Didi and BYD's blade battery to reduce costs.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 3:10 pm

ARES

NFL owners are considering allowing private equity firms to invest in their franchises, with a vote scheduled during a special league meeting. Approved firms include Arctos, Ares, and Sixth Street Partners, which could acquire up to 10% stakes in NFL teams.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 3:07 pm

MMS

Maximus (NYSE:MMS) has been awarded a $20 million contract by the Office of Personnel Management to provide contact center services for the new Postal Service Health Benefits Program, launching in November. The program will offer health insurance to eligible Postal Service employees and their families starting in 2025.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 3:02 pm

AMZN

Amazon's Wondery has signed a $100 million deal with the Kelce brothers for their popular podcast 'New Heights'. This move strengthens Amazon's presence in the sports and entertainment sector, leveraging the brothers' NFL fame and cultural influence.

Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje

August 27, 2024 | 2:15 pm

DXC

DXC Technology partners with Pluxee to enhance transaction processing for 7.1 million benefit card users in Brazil, aiming to improve satisfaction, loyalty, and retention rates.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 2:14 pm

AAPL

GOOG

Sticky Cards has integrated its cannabis loyalty program with Greenline, a BLAZE company, to enhance loyalty sign-ups for cannabis retailers using Apple Wallet and Google Wallet. This collaboration allows for seamless customer interactions and targeted promotions without additional apps.

Portfolio Pulse from Nina Zdinjak

August 27, 2024 | 1:50 pm

KSCP

Knightscope, Inc. has secured two new contracts for its Emergency Communication Devices, one with an existing client in Southern California and another with a new client, a university in North Dakota.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 1:42 pm

PYPL

PayPal's partnership with Adyen has led to the launch of Fastlane, a service that simplifies guest checkouts and has significantly improved PayPal's checkout conversion rates. This has contributed to a 42% recovery in PayPal's stock from recent lows.

Portfolio Pulse from Zaheer Anwari

August 27, 2024 | 1:38 pm

ETRGF

Entourage Health Corp. reported a nearly 9% YoY drop in Q2 revenue, with a net loss of CA$10.3 million. Despite the decline, the company is optimistic about future opportunities, focusing on expanding distribution and strategic partnerships.

Portfolio Pulse from Jelena Martinovic

August 27, 2024 | 1:37 pm

CHH

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE:CHH) has awarded its first contract under the reintroduced SOAR program, aimed at supporting hotel ownership for underrepresented entrepreneurs. The contract involves converting two hotels in Georgia to the Suburban Studios brand.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 27, 2024 | 1:33 pm