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Adam Garcia
May 20, 2025
Good Afternoon!
Hey, everyone. It's Adam from Elite Trade Club. Here’s what moved the market today.
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Markets
U.S. stocks declined on Tuesday amid rising Treasury yields and renewed concerns over the growing U.S. debt profile, prompting investors to take profits after several bullish sessions.
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Market-Moving News
Retail
Levi Strauss Offloads Dockers for $311M to Focus on Core Growth
Levi Strauss (NYSE: LEVI) has agreed to sell its Dockers brand to Authentic Brands Group for $311 million as it sharpens its focus on core labels Levi’s and Beyond Yoga. The sale includes U.S. and Canadian operations, expected to close by July, with international operations to follow by early 2026.
Dockers has represented about 5% of Levi’s annual revenue for the past three years, but has struggled to keep up with stronger-performing parts of the portfolio. With this deal, the company is streamlining its business and shifting more energy toward full-price sales through its direct-to-consumer (DTC) model.
We think this move signals a clear pivot toward brand focus and margin discipline. Dockers was no longer pulling its weight. By cutting it loose, Levi can reinforce its premium positioning and simplify operations at a time when competition in activewear and denim continues to heat up.
The company said $100 million of the proceeds will go toward share buybacks, something investors will notice. When companies use deal cash to return value instead of just plugging holes, it usually reflects confidence in their core business.
With the Dockers chapter closing, investor focus now turns to how effectively Levi’s and Beyond Yoga can grow without distractions.
U.S. Policy Shifts (Sponsored)
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Utilities
TXNM Energy to Be Acquired by Blackstone in $11.5B Deal
TXNM Energy (NASDAQ: TXNM) will be sold to Blackstone in an all-cash deal worth $11.5 billion, including debt. The agreement values the utility at $61.25 per share, offering investors a 15% premium over its most recent closing price.
TXNM supplies electricity to nearly 800,000 customers across New Mexico and Texas. The acquisition comes as U.S. electricity demand climbs, driven by AI data centers, crypto mining operations, and stronger residential and commercial usage. TXNM’s steady customer base and regulated returns made it an attractive target.
This deal reflects growing investor interest in stable infrastructure assets. With rising demand and aging grid systems, utilities like TXNM offer long-term value and predictable cash flow, especially for firms like Blackstone looking to deploy large capital in resilient sectors.
The process is expected to close in the second half of 2026 and will require approval from six regulatory bodies, including the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission.
If the acquisition goes through, TXNM shareholders will walk away with a strong premium. Until then, investor focus turns to regulatory approval and how Blackstone plans to reshape TXNM for the next phase of U.S. energy growth.
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Supply Chain
Apple’s Supply Chain Shift Gains Steam with $1.5B Boost in India
Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) is strengthening its supply chain in India as key supplier Foxconn commits $1.5 billion to expand iPhone production capacity in Tamil Nadu. The funding will go to Yuzhan Technology India, Foxconn’s local unit responsible for producing electronic components and assembling Apple iPhones.
The investment comes through Foxconn’s Singapore-based subsidiary, which is acquiring 12.77 billion shares. The move reflects Apple's deeper strategy shift as it diversifies its manufacturing away from China.
This investment is more than capacity. It’s insulation. U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods continue to raise production costs and pressure Apple’s margins. By scaling operations in India, Apple reduces its exposure to trade disruptions while gaining proximity to a growing consumer base.
Earlier this year, Apple shipped $2 billion worth of iPhones from India to the U.S. in a month, marking its strongest push toward global supply chain rebalancing. With Foxconn’s backing, India is now firmly positioned as a key production base.
For investors, this signals long-term stability and cost control at a time when geopolitical risks remain high. Apple’s pivot away from China is no longer a trial. It’s becoming the main strategy.
Top Winners and Losers 🔥
DeFi Development Corp [DFDV] $178.40 (+40.69%)
DeFi Development Corp was one of today’s biggest winners after correcting on Monday. The stock rose after announcing a partnership with BONK meme coin to launch a validator node on Solana.
D-Wave Quantum Inc [QBTS] $16.53 (+25.70%)
D-Wave Quantum surged after announcing the general availability of its Advantage2 quantum computer.
Akero Therapeutics Inc [AKRO] $47.57 (+24.72%)
Akero Therapeutics rallied amid reports that the company received a takeover proposal from a strategic buyer. The liver drug firm commissioned an investment bank to assess the offer.
Protagenic Therapeutics Inc [PTIX] $6.88 (-38.02%)
Protagenic Therapeutics fell today after announcing an all-stock merger with Phytanix Bio, raising dilution concerns and skepticism over the combined company’s ability to deliver on its new pipeline.
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc [HOV] $95.99 (-12.62%)
Hovnanian shares declined after Q2 revenue and gross margins missed expectations, as high mortgage rates challenged homebuyer affordability.
ASP Isotopes Inc [ASPI] $7.00 (-6.91%)
ASP Isotopes dropped after announcing a stock-for-stock acquisition of helium and LNG producer Renergen, prompting investor concern over deal dilution and execution risks.
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— Adam G.
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