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Estee Lauder’s CFO Tracey Travis Announces Retirement: What This Means for Investors and the Future of the Beauty Giant In a significant leadership change, Estee Lauder (NYSE: EL) announced that Tracey Travis will retire from her role as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 30, 2025. Travis’ departure marks the end of a remarkable 12-year tenure that saw the company grow its market cap from $24 billion in 2012 to over $135 billion at its peak. Leadership Transition and Strategic Implications Estee Lauder has already identified Travis’ successor, who will be revealed in the coming weeks. The company assures stakeholders that…

Injecting Confidence in China’s Economy: What to Expect from the Communist Party Leadership Meeting Next Week By Kevin Yao China’s leaders are gearing up for a highly anticipated meeting next week, where they will outline efforts to boost the economy while tackling debt risks and managing a property crisis. The four-day plenum, starting on Monday, aims to address concerns about the country’s economic slowdown and low consumer sentiment. However, conflicting goals, such as cutting debt while stimulating growth, pose challenges for policymakers. The meeting, chaired by President Xi Jinping, may set lofty goals but offer few concrete pathways to achieve…

Albanian Opposition Protesters Attack Government Buildings with Petrol Bombs Thousands of opposition supporters gathered in front of Prime Minister Edi Rama’s office and the office of Tirana’s mayor, both accused of corruption Protesters demand the release of opposition leader Sali Berisha, who is under house arrest and investigated for alleged corruption Analysis: The ongoing political unrest in Albania, with opposition protesters accusing the government of corruption, could lead to further instability and impact the country’s economy and investment climate. Investors should monitor the situation closely as it may affect their financial interests.

Methode Electronics Faces Challenging Q4 FY2024: Future Growth Hinges on EV Sector and Cost Management Methode Electronics Reports Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results: Sales Decline Amid E-Bike and EV Market Weakness Methode Electronics (NYSE: MEI) announced a significant decline in fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 sales, falling to $227 million, representing a $24 million decrease from the previous year. The company attributed the downturn to program roll-offs and a weaker e-bike and electric vehicle (EV) market. Despite these challenges, Methode Electronics recorded its highest free cash flow quarter and continues to focus on cost reduction and efficient program launches. Key Financial Metrics…

By Nora Eckert and Nandita Bose DETROIT/WASHINGTON (Multibagger) – United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain convened with the union’s executive board to express deep concerns regarding President Joe Biden’s chances against Donald Trump in the upcoming November election, as reported by three inside sources. Fain gathered top officials of the nearly 400,000-member union to address these concerns and explore potential actions moving forward. The UAW, a strong Biden supporter, is pivotal in securing crucial swing states like Michigan. Biden and Trump have been actively campaigning in Michigan to sway voters, particularly those employed by major U.S. automakers such as Ford,…

Autodesk COO Steven Blum Sells $4.92M Worth of Shares – What Does This Mean for Investors? Autodesk, a leader in 3D design software, recently saw its COO, Steven Blum, sell a significant number of shares in the company. This insider trading activity has caught the attention of investors and analysts alike. The sale, which was conducted under a prearranged trading plan, totaled approximately $4.92 million. Blum’s ownership in Autodesk now includes 34,443 shares held indirectly through a family trust and an additional 29,519 shares of direct ownership. This sale could provide insights into Blum’s view of the company’s future prospects…

By Jonathan Stempel A federal appeals court has made a landmark decision that will impact the future of housing discrimination in the United States. The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in their case against non-bank mortgage lender Townstone Financial for engaging in redlining practices. What is redlining, you ask? Redlining is when lenders deny or discourage mortgage loans based on race, color, or national origin. This discriminatory practice has long been a stain on the housing industry, and the CFPB is taking a stand against it. The CFPB…

By Luc Cohen, Best Investment Manager and Financial Market’s Journalist NEW YORK (Multibagger) – In a groundbreaking development, Donald Trump’s legal team has raised concerns about the use of evidence related to the former U.S. president’s official actions in his recent criminal conviction tied to hush money payments made to a porn star. Trump’s lawyers argue that the guilty verdict should be overturned in light of the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on presidential immunity, which prohibits criminal charges against presidents for official acts. Justice Juan Merchan has delayed Trump’s sentencing by two months, following the July 1 ruling that prosecutors…

LuxUrban Hotels Inc. Announces Proposed Follow-On Public Offering | InvestingPro Insights LuxUrban Hotels Inc. (NASDAQ:LUXH) has unveiled plans for a follow-on public offering, featuring shares of common stock and pre-funded warrants. The offering follows the filing of a shelf registration statement with the SEC on May 8, 2024, with Alexander Capital, L.P. as the sole book-running manager. LuxUrban’s strategy involves securing long-term hotel operating rights through Master Lease Agreements, catering to business and vacation travelers. The company aims to de-platform from franchise partners, enhance financial profiles, and drive organic growth through property openings and lease closings. Potential investors are urged…

After-Hours Stock Movers: Tesla Faces Setback, ASP Isotopes Declines, Joby Aviation Retreats Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) Dips Further Tesla shares fell an additional 1% after-hours, compounding an intraday loss of 8.4%. The decline follows a Bloomberg report that announced a two-month delay in the launch of Tesla’s robotaxi business. This news has caused significant concern among investors who were banking on the rapid deployment of this innovative service. ASP Isotopes (ASPI) Plunges ASP Isotopes saw its shares drop by 16% following the announcement of an underwritten public offering of its common stock. The move indicates the company’s need to raise capital,…