You can find original article here Nrn. Subscribe to our free daily Nrn newsletter. Franchise Equity Partners, a private investment firm specializing in providing capital to franchise businesses and their owners, has acquired a majority stake in 7 Crew, the second-largest franchisee within the 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee system. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. As part of the deal, FEP will continue to execute 7 Crew’s existing development agreement with the company, including opening more than ...

Key Takeaways CAVA's Q2 same-store sales rose 2.1% YoY, driven by pricing and mix as guest traffic held steady.Results were muted by tough comparisons from a steak launch and strong 2024 restaurant volumes.Guidance sees 4%-6% comp growth, supported by menu launches and a new tiered rewards program.CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) is relying on disciplined execution to stabilize same-store sales as a central pillar of its growth model. In the second quarter of 2025, the company reported a 2.1% year-over-year increase ...

David Paul Morris / Bloomberg via Getty Images Close Meta has been making smart glasses with Ray-Ban and Oakley owner EssilorLuxottica for the past three years. The European eyewear maker said in July that first-half revenue for the earlier generation of RayBan Meta glasses had more than tripled year-over-year. Citi Says Glasses are a 'Natural Extension' of AI The glasses come with a small screen in one lens controlled by a wristband called the Neural Band through small hand movements. The screen can "discr ...

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $75,000 In Cytokinetics To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you suffered losses exceeding $75,000 in Cytokinetics between December 27, 2023 and May 6, 2025 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). [You may also click here for additional information] NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2025 ...

Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) shares continued their upward trajectory, rising 3.16% to $464.9 on Thursday, marking the seventh consecutive session of gains. The construction and mining equipment giant has gained momentum in recent days, posting steady gains across the past week. Over the past ...

HUNT VALLEY, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Teledyne Energy Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), launched its Hydrogen Electrical Power System (HEPS) fuel cell aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket through NASA's Tipping Point opportunity. Launched successfully on August 23, this flight advances fuel cell technology for future lunar and deep space missions. HEPS is designed to deliver efficient, scalable, air-independent power for lunar habitats and surface ope. ...

Key Takeaways CVX plans to sell its 50% stake in Singapore's Jurong Island refinery, worth about $1B.Vitol and Glencore lead the bidding, aiming to boost their reach in Asia's key oil hub.The sale aligns with CVX's global revamp to cut up to $3B in costs and streamline operations.Chevron Corporation (CVX) , as part of its global revamp, is reportedly preparing to sell its 50% stake in Singapore’s second-largest refinery on Jurong Island, which is valued at around $1 billion. The sale, managed by leading fin ...

Key Takeaways CCL delivered record deposits in Q2 2025, reflecting resilient demand and early cash inflows.Extended booking windows drove 6.5% net yield growth, beating guidance by 200 basis points.Stronger deposits cut leverage, with net debt-to-EBITDA improving to 3.7x from 4.1x.Carnival Corporation & plc (CCL) delivered a notable milestone in second-quarter 2025, with customer deposits reaching record levels, rising more than $250 million year over year. This development underscores resilient underlying ...

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UBS Global Wealth Management US announces The Schultz Group has been named to the Barron's Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams list in 2025. ...

The U.K. military will buy more than $1 billion in Palantir software over five years, extending an earlier deal, Bloomberg reported. On the stock market today, Palantir stock rose over 4% to 176.14 in midday trading. With Thursday's gain, Palantir stock is up about 133% in 2025 but has retreated from its all-time high of 190 on Aug. 12. Palantir stock has boomed amid views that the company seems poised to win more U.S. government business during the Trump administration. Also, retail investor enthusiasm for ...