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Estee Lauder CEO Fabrizio Freda Announces Retirement: What It Means for Investors and the Future of the Beauty Giant Updated – August 19, 2024, 7:11 AM EDT In a significant announcement ahead of its earnings release, Estee Lauder (NYSE: EL) has revealed that its CEO, Fabrizio Freda, will retire at the end of the fiscal year 2025. Freda, who has been at the helm of the global beauty powerhouse for over 16 years, informed the Board of Directors of his decision, signaling a major leadership transition. Leadership Transition: A New Chapter for Estee Lauder Estee Lauder has assured stakeholders that…

Jerome Powell Faces Test of Commitment to Fighting Unemployment Amid Rising Joblessness and Controlled Inflation As the Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell, faces a pivotal test of his commitment to fighting unemployment amid rising joblessness and mounting evidence that inflation is under control, the world’s financial markets are watching closely. With a benchmark interest rate still at its highest level in a quarter of a century, the question remains: will high interest rates be on the way out? The U.S. central bank is expected to deliver a first cut at its upcoming meeting in September, with Powell potentially providing more…

By Luc Cohen (Multibagger) – Former U.S. Representative George Santos, who was expelled from Congress last year, is expected to plead guilty to criminal corruption charges on Monday, a person familiar with the matter said. Santos, a Republican, faces federal charges of laundering campaign funds to pay for his personal expenses, charging donors’ credit cards without their consent, and receiving unemployment benefits while he was employed, among other counts. He has been in plea talks with prosecutors since December. He is expected to plead guilty to multiple counts when he appears in federal court in Long Island, New York, the…

Truist Securities Bullish on Concentra Group Holdings Parent Inc (NYSE: CON) with $29.00 Price Target – Analysts Initiate Positive Coverage Truist Securities recently initiated coverage on Concentra Group Holdings Parent Inc (NYSE: CON), a prominent provider of occupational health services, with a Buy rating and a price target of $29.00. The firm highlighted Concentra Group’s extensive market opportunity, solid record of organic growth, and differentiated reimbursement risk profile. Additionally, other major financial firms such as Wells Fargo, Mizuho Securities, Goldman Sachs, and JPMorgan have also issued positive analyses on Concentra Group, further bolstering investor confidence in the company’s potential for…

InvestingPro: Top AI Analyst Moves of the Week That Could Impact Apple, Dell, Qualcomm, and Snowflake As the world’s best investment manager and financial market journalist, I bring you the biggest analyst moves in the AI sector this week that could have a significant impact on major tech companies like Apple, Dell, Qualcomm, and Snowflake. Wedbush analysts are predicting a supercycle for Apple with the launch of the AI-driven iPhone 16 in September. They project initial shipments to exceed 90 million units, leading to potential sales of over 240 million units in FY25. This upgrade cycle could be historic, setting…

Estee Lauder CEO Fabrizio Freda Announces Retirement: What This Means for Investors (Multibagger) – Estee Lauder (NYSE: EL) has revealed that its long-serving CEO, Fabrizio Freda, plans to retire next year, marking the end of a transformative era for the global cosmetic giant. This announcement has already triggered a 1% rise in Estee Lauder’s stock during premarket trading. A Legacy of Leadership: Freda’s Impact on Estee Lauder Fabrizio Freda joined Estee Lauder in 2008 as President and Chief Operating Officer, quickly ascending to the role of CEO. Under his leadership, the company has seen significant growth and innovation, solidifying its…

Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari Discusses Potential Interest Rate Cuts in September In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari expressed his views on the possibility of cutting U.S. interest rates in September. Kashkari highlighted the increasing likelihood of a weakening labor market as a key factor driving the debate. “The balance of risks has shifted, so the debate about potentially cutting rates in September is an appropriate one to have,” Kashkari stated in the interview conducted on Friday. As the financial markets continue to react to changing economic conditions, the discussion around interest…

By Lisa Richwine LOS ANGELES (Multibagger) – Hollywood celebrities are showing their support for Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week, a month after initially turning away from the party. Julia Louis-Dreyfus, John Legend, Billy Porter, and Mindy Kaling are among the entertainment icons set to grace the convention stage to officially nominate Harris for U.S. president. Kaling, known for her role in “The Office,” is one of four hosts chosen to emcee prime-time events, alongside Kerry Washington, Tony Goldwyn, and Ana Navarro. The star-studded lineup also includes parties, concerts, and policy discussions moderated by the…

“AMD Makes $4.9 Billion Acquisition of ZT Systems to Strengthen AI Computing Ecosystem | SEO-Optimized Investment Analysis” AMD, a leading chipmaker in the AI computing race, has announced a major acquisition to enhance its position as an ecosystem partner for companies in the AI computing industry. The company will acquire ZT Systems, a provider of compute design and infrastructure for hyperscalers, for $4.9 billion. This deal includes a mix of cash and stock, with an additional contingent payment of up to $400 million based on performance metrics. The plan is to integrate ZT Systems’ computing infrastructure design business into AMD’s…

Barclays Reaffirms Overweight Rating for CrowdStrike Holdings Despite Recent Outage – Analysts Remain Optimistic In a recent update, Barclays has reiterated its positive outlook on CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ:) stock, a key player in the cybersecurity industry. Despite a recent service outage, the firm maintains a price target of $285.00 for the stock, emphasizing the importance of projecting humility and reassurance during the company’s first earnings call post-incident. Barclays has adjusted its expectations for CrowdStrike’s net new Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 to $149 million, considering the outage’s impact in the final two weeks of…