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Markets
Wall Street rose today, except for the Dow, as tech stocks rebounded and optimism over multiple trade deals outweighed weak U.S. jobs data.
DJIA [-0.02%]
S&P 500 [+0.47%]
Nasdaq [+0.94%]
Russell 2k [+1.28%]

Market-Moving News
Aerospace
General Dynamics Strengthens Backlog With Major $1.85B Submarine Contract Boost

General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) has secured a $1.85 billion contract modification from the U.S. Navy to support the production of Virginia-class submarines.
The funds will cover long-lead material and early construction efforts, reinforcing General Dynamics’ critical role in the Navy’s nuclear fleet program.
The award adds to an already robust backlog and signals continued confidence in the company’s defense manufacturing capabilities.
This latest contract deepens General Dynamics’ visibility into long-cycle revenue tied to U.S. military priorities.
In an environment where global tensions remain elevated, the Pentagon’s steady investment in undersea dominance provides a reliable funding stream that benefits players with proven execution records.
For current shareholders, this update offers reassurance.
The company continues to secure sizable deals tied to multi-year defense platforms, providing consistent backlog coverage and predictable cash flow.
These contracts also tend to support margin durability over time, even as short-term pressures hit other sectors.
For those eyeing a potential entry point, this news reinforces why General Dynamics remains a core holding in many institutional portfolios.
The company operates in a space where budget visibility and bipartisan support remain intact.
While the broader market grapples with rate sensitivity and volatility, General Dynamics is executing a strategy centered on scale, defense alignment, and contract velocity.

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EV Manufacturing
Tesla Sees Signs of Recovery in China After Eight-Month Delivery Slump

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) experienced a rise in China-made vehicle deliveries in June, marking the end of an eight-month decline streak.
Over 71,000 units left Tesla’s Shanghai facility in June, covering both domestic sales and exports.
While year-over-year growth remained modest, the figure marks the first sign of regained momentum in the company’s China operations since late 2024.
This recovery follows a sustained period of weaker volumes amid pricing pressure and increased local competition.
Unlike rivals who shifted pricing or product strategy, Tesla held course, making this uptick notable more for the restraint behind it than the raw numbers.
As competitors adjusted incentives and refreshed lineups, Tesla’s approach has centered on preserving brand position and operating stability rather than chasing market share at any cost.
For existing shareholders, the latest delivery update underscores a deliberate focus on continuity in Tesla’s most important international region.
Such consistency stands out amid ongoing volatility across the broader EV market.
June’s delivery improvement points to a regained footing without resorting to margin-eroding tactics.
The delivery improvement reflects a return to footing without reliance on margin-eroding tactics.
Tesla continues to prioritize discipline over disruption in a key global segment, a stance that reinforces confidence rather than attempting to generate headlines.

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Private Equity
KKR Secures Major European Win as Spectris Board Switches Sides With $6.5B Spectris Deal

KKR (NYSE: KKR) has secured a $6.5 billion agreement to acquire UK-based Spectris, ending a competitive bidding battle that saw the firm edge out rival Advent with a higher offer.
The board of Spectris has now endorsed KKR's bid, marking one of the largest public-to-private transactions in the UK this year and furthering KKR's reach into precision manufacturing and industrial diagnostics.
This deal expands KKR's footprint in a segment known for stable, contract-driven revenues and high technical barriers to entry.
It also reflects the firm's ongoing interest in UK-listed businesses, where valuation dislocations continue to attract U.S.-based private equity capital.
Existing shareholders should view this as another sign that KKR is not waiting for perfect conditions; it is deploying capital into resilient, cash-generating companies with strategic value.
The Spectris acquisition aligns with KKR's broader strategy of targeting businesses operating within regulated or essential infrastructure segments, thereby avoiding high-volatility plays.
Those analyzing whether to build a position in KKR will note the company's ability to close contested, board-level deals without overpaying or chasing hype.
It's an execution-led play in a region and category where KKR has shown consistent interest.
With multiple international bids in motion across verticals, KKR continues to reinforce why it's regarded as a scaled operator with a disciplined buyout strategy.

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Top Winners and Losers
Blue Gold Limited [BGL] $133.00 (+84.85%)
Blue Gold extended its post-IPO surge as investors cheered the company’s aggressive expansion plans into West Africa and Latin America.
Eyenovia Inc [EYEN] $15.82 (+49.81%)
Eyenovia climbed after announcing a major increase in its holdings of HYPE, as the cryptocurrency rose about 5% today.
Nutriband Inc [NTRB] $10.72 (+33.67%)
Nutriband jumped after declaring a 25% preferred stock dividend tied to FDA approval of its AVERSA fentanyl product.

Centene Corp [CNC] $33.79 (-40.34%)
Centene collapsed about 40% after pulling its 2025 earnings forecast and warning of $1.8B revenue shortfall due to soaring costs in Medicaid and ACA marketplace plans.
Regencell Bioscience Holdings [RGC] $10.36 (-29.04%)
Regencell tumbled as its recent parabolic rally gave way to a sharp correction amid overvaluation concerns.
Molina Healthcare Inc [MOH] $238.61 (-22.10%)
Molina sank over 20% in a sector-wide selloff triggered by Centene’s shock withdrawal of guidance and rising cost outlook.

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