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United Airlines anticipates over 2.9 million passengers during the Labor Day weekend, marking a 3% increase from last year. To accommodate the rising travel demand, the airline is adding 1,500 flights.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 19, 2024 | 2:58 pm

VFF

Village Farms International, Inc. (NASDAQ:VFF) has extended CEO Michael A. DeGiglio's contract until 2027, amid strong financial performance and expansion plans. The company reported a 19% increase in sales and a 45% surge in Canadian cannabis sales. DeGiglio will present at the Investor Summit Summer 2024.

Portfolio Pulse from Rolando García

August 19, 2024 | 2:50 pm

WLDS

Wearable Devices shares rose as the company announced the expansion of its Mudra Band support to all Apple devices.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 19, 2024 | 2:39 pm

LFSWF

Lifeist Wellness (OTC:LFSWF) has acquired 4871 Ontario Corp., marking a reversal from its plan to exit the cannabis industry. The acquisition includes vaporizer technology and a pending patent application, offering potential growth in the high-potency cannabis concentrates market.

Portfolio Pulse from Nina Zdinjak

August 19, 2024 | 2:29 pm

TGTX

TG Therapeutics (NASDAQ:TGTX) has seen significant bullish options activity, with 63% of trades being bullish. The stock price is up 13.68% to $25.1, and analysts have mixed ratings with target prices ranging from $20 to $49. The company focuses on treatments for B-cell diseases and has FDA approval for BRIUMVI.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights

August 19, 2024 | 2:15 pm

GEHC

GE HealthCare is collaborating with the University of California San Diego School of Medicine to develop advanced MRI protocols for female-specific pelvic diseases. This project aims to improve diagnosis and management of conditions like endometriosis and ovarian cancer, potentially enhancing women's pelvic health care.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 19, 2024 | 2:12 pm

BHP

BHP has successfully negotiated a new deal with the union at Chile's Escondida copper mine, averting a strike and stabilizing the copper supply to China. The agreement includes a bonus and changes to labor conditions. Copper prices fell after the deal was announced.

Portfolio Pulse from Stjepan Kalinic

August 19, 2024 | 2:11 pm

JAGX

Jaguar Health has announced a new patent issued in Hong Kong for Napo Pharmaceuticals' Crofelemer, aimed at treating short bowel syndrome and related conditions. The company is also supporting proof-of-concept studies for rare disease indications, with results expected by the end of 2024 and 2025.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 19, 2024 | 2:07 pm

GOOG

GOOGL

Waymo, owned by Alphabet, is advancing its self-driving technology with the new 'generation 6' system, which will be integrated into Geely Zeekr electric vehicles. This technology aims to handle diverse weather conditions with fewer expensive sensors.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 19, 2024 | 2:05 pm

ADM

Farmers Business Network and ADM have launched a joint venture, Gradable, to expand a technology platform that supports sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices. This platform will help farmers and buyers meet the rising demand for sustainable farm products.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 19, 2024 | 2:04 pm