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Planet Fitness Reports Q2 2026 Revenue Growth Amid Strategic Shift

Planet Fitness reported a 7.1% increase in total revenue to $365.2 million for the second quarter of 2026, even as the company navigates a period of internal transition. While same-club sales saw a modest 1.7% uptick, leadership is now aggressively pursuing new marketing campaigns and pricing tests to revitalize member growth.

Quebecor Reports Double-Digit Dividend Hike Following Q2 Growth

Quebecor Inc. reported a robust second quarter for 2026, with consolidated revenues climbing to $1.44 billion and free cash flow rising 11.7% to $418.7 million. Driven by strong telecommunications performance and a surge in media profitability, the corporation announced a 12.5% increase in its quarterly dividend.

Cascades Beats Q2 Expectations Amid U.S. Tariff Uncertainty

Cascades Inc. reported second-quarter sales of $1.22 billion, surpassing performance expectations as stronger packaging demand and improved operational efficiency offset the shadow of looming U.S. trade barriers. The Quebec-based firm posted net earnings of $21 million, signaling a rebound from the net loss recorded in the same period last year.

Quebecor Reports Revenue Growth Amid Strategic Telecom Expansion

Quebecor Inc. reported a solid second quarter for 2026, with consolidated revenues climbing 4.3% to $1.44 billion. The company’s performance was anchored by its telecommunications segment, which saw steady gains in mobile subscribers and internet service revenue, alongside a significant profitability rebound within its media division.

Vision Marine Names Lakshmi Rampersaud General Manager of Nautical Ventures

Lakshmi Rampersaud has been named General Manager of Nautical Ventures Group, the retail subsidiary of Vision Marine Technologies. A veteran of the marine industry with over 18 years of experience, Rampersaud will oversee daily operations across the company’s Florida-based service and retail network, formalizing a leadership role she has held internally since 2021.

EPAM Reports Second Quarter Revenue Growth as AI Strategy Gains Traction

EPAM Systems posted second quarter revenues of $1.415 billion, a 4.5% increase year-over-year, as the company leans into its AI-native engineering model. CEO Balazs Fejes cited strong execution of the firm's multi-year strategy and robust commercial transformation for performance that exceeded internal expectations.

Turnitin Shifts to Process-Based Writing Assessments

Instructors are moving away from one-off writing submissions toward scaffolded checkpoints to curb academic integrity concerns. Turnitin’s new multipart assignment workflow, launched August 6, enables educators to integrate formative feedback directly into the writing process, tracking student evolution from initial outlines to final drafts within a single digital environment.

US Corporate Leaders Signal Cautious Optimism in Q3

After a sharp decline in the second quarter, CEO confidence among the largest US firms climbed back to 52 in the third quarter of 2026. While the reading signals a shift into positive territory, the sentiment remains tempered, failing to reach the 59-point mark recorded earlier this year.

China Yuchai International Concludes Annual General Meeting

Shareholders of China Yuchai International gathered in Singapore on August 6, 2026, to finalize the company’s corporate agenda. During the annual general meeting, investors formally approved all resolutions previously outlined in the notice issued on July 7, successfully clearing the path for the company's upcoming operational cycle.

S.Pellegrino Reveals Global Jury for 2026-27 Young Chef Competition

Seven culinary icons have been appointed to the Grand Finale jury for the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition 2026-27 in Milan. This panel of industry leaders will evaluate finalists under 30, shifting the focus from mere technical proficiency to social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and the ability to drive cultural change.

Grist Mill Exchange and Ocient Partner on Defense Data Integration

Government agencies often face months of technical hurdles when attempting to integrate commercial data into mission-critical systems. To eliminate this bottleneck, Grist Mill Exchange and Ocient have launched a partnership that allows defense and intelligence teams to ingest, query, and analyze massive commercial datasets at petabyte scale in real-time.

Haemonetics Releases First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Financial Results

Boston-based medical technology firm Haemonetics Corporation published its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027 today. The report, covering the period ending June 27, 2026, is now accessible to the public alongside supplemental presentation materials via the company’s dedicated investor relations portal.

Avient Raises Full-Year Outlook After Strong Second Quarter

Avient Corporation reported a 5.8% rise in second-quarter sales to $917 million, fueled by organic growth across its business segments. The Cleveland-based materials firm outperformed its earnings targets, prompting leadership to lift its full-year guidance as the company continues to aggressively pare down its debt.

LONGi Joins FC Bayern Munich in Global Green Energy Partnership

Under the slogan "POWER ON, GAME ON," solar manufacturer LONGi and German football giant FC Bayern Munich have forged a global partnership. Announced at a ceremony in Hong Kong, the collaboration aims to merge high-performance renewable energy technology with the reach and emotional resonance of professional football.

Pony.ai Targets Rapid Scaling of Autonomous Freight Fleet

Pony.ai plans to deploy up to 1,000 Gen-4 autonomous heavy-duty trucks across China within three years, marking a shift from prototype testing to commercial-scale logistics. By leveraging a unified virtual driver technology, the company aims to address chronic driver shortages while significantly lowering per-kilometer operating costs.

Attovia Therapeutics Hits Nasdaq with $904 Million Valuation

Shares of clinical-stage biopharmaceutical developer Attovia Therapeutics climbed to $21.00 shortly after their Nasdaq debut on August 5, 2026, surpassing the initial offering price of $17.00. The listing grants the company a market capitalization of approximately $904 million as it shifts focus toward scaling its proprietary biologics platform.

Acer Net Income Surges to NT$2.17 Billion in Second Quarter

A 100.2% year-on-year leap in net income marks the strongest post-pandemic performance for Acer. The Taipei-based technology firm reported NT$2.17 billion in profit for the second quarter of 2026, fueled by a diversified business strategy that pushed revenues to NT$85.30 billion during the three-month period.

Investors Face Class Action Against Cogent Communications

A federal securities lawsuit now targets Cogent Communications Holdings, alleging the company misled shareholders by inflating its backlog with orders that lacked genuine revenue potential. Investors who acquired shares between February 29, 2024, and May 1, 2026, are currently being sought to serve as lead plaintiffs in the pending litigation.

Senhwa Biosciences Secures TFDA Clearance for Pidnarulex Combination Trial

Following a similar approval from the U.S. FDA in June, Taiwan’s regulatory body has cleared a multicenter Phase 1b/2a clinical trial for Senhwa Biosciences’ drug candidate pidnarulex. The study investigates the efficacy of pairing this DNA-targeting agent with a standard PD-1 inhibitor to treat advanced solid tumors.

Capricor Therapeutics Faces Securities Class Action Over Drug Data

Investors who purchased Capricor Therapeutics stock between December 17, 2025, and July 26, 2026, are being urged to join a class action lawsuit. The litigation, filed by the DJS Law Group, alleges the company misled the market regarding the regulatory status of its clinical drug candidate, Deramiocel.

Pentair Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Misleading Statements

Investors who purchased Pentair plc shares between April 28 and July 14, 2026, are facing a critical deadline as the DJS Law Group initiates a class action lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged violations of the Securities Exchange Act, centered on claims that the company misled the market regarding its financial performance.

Investors Urged to Join Securities Class Action Against Wise Group plc

Shareholders who acquired Wise Group plc stock between May 11 and July 23, 2026, face a September 28 deadline to seek lead plaintiff status in a pending securities fraud lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding the company’s anti-money laundering compliance and internal regulatory oversight.

Investors Launch Class Action Suit Against Rackspace Technology

The DJS Law Group has initiated a class action lawsuit against Rackspace Technology, Inc., alleging the company misled shareholders regarding its internal operations. Investors who acquired shares between May 7 and July 8, 2026, are now being urged to evaluate their legal standing before the September 28 deadline.

Wix Faces Securities Class Action Over Alleged AI Misrepresentations

Investors who purchased Wix.com Ltd. shares between February 19, 2025, and May 12, 2026, are being urged to join a class action lawsuit against the company. Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP is seeking lead plaintiffs for the litigation, which alleges the firm misled shareholders regarding its AI product strategy.

Envision Launches Gigawatt-Scale AI Campus in Ulanqab

Spanning 120,000 square meters, the new Envision Galaxy Campus in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, marks a shift toward localized green AI infrastructure. By integrating renewable energy directly into a facility designed for one million AI accelerators, the project establishes a high-density blueprint for future hyperscale computing deployments.

Rare Cannabinoid Company Shifts Focus Toward CBC in August Campaign

As consumer interest in the hemp plant evolves beyond CBD and THC, the Honolulu-based Rare Cannabinoid Company has launched a month-long educational initiative centered on cannabichromene. The campaign aims to demystify the non-intoxicating cannabinoid while promoting a diverse array of formulations to a more informed market.

METLEN Reports Record H1 2026 Earnings as Leverage Drops

METLEN Energy & Metals posted record first-half results for 2026, with revenue climbing 11% to €3.987 billion and EBITDA hitting an all-time high of €550 million. The company successfully reduced its net leverage to 1.7x, signaling a return to its medium-term growth trajectory following a challenging 2025.