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Following the passage of a federal law earlier this year that calls for the owners of social media app TikTok to either sell it or be subject to a ban on the app in the U.S., Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares filed an amicus brief Friday urging the Supreme Court to uphold the law. TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, sued the U.S. government over the law, saying it impeded their First Amendment rights, but a federal appeals court recently upheld the law. The high court will hear oral arguments in the appeal case Jan. 10. “Allowing TikTok to operate in the United States without severing its ties to the Chinese Communist Party exposes Americans to the undeniable risks of having their data accessed and exploited by the Chinese Communist Party,” Miyares, a Republican currently running for reelection, said in a statement announcing the amicus brief. “The Supreme Court now has the chance to affirm Congress’s authority to protect Americans from foreign threats while ensuring that the First Amendment doesn’t become a tool to defend foreign adversaries’ exploitative practices.” Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares briefs reporters at Carilion Clinic, Monday, March 21, 2022, in Roanoke, after meeting with hospital leaders to discuss fighting the opioid epidemic. When the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act was introduced in March, members of Virginia’s congressional delegation supported it. Virginia Democrats U.S. Sen. Mark Warner and Reps. Abigail Spanberger and Bobby Scott alongside Florida Republican U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, who co-chairs the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence with Warner, supported the House's action against TikTok. In December 2023, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued an executive order banning the use of TikiTok “on any government-issued devices, including state-issued cell phones, laptops, or other devices capable of connecting to the internet except for public safety purposes.” Miyares co-led the amicus brief alongside Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen. Attorneys general in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee and Utah also signed on in support. Samantha Willis, a writer and journalist whose experience in digital, print and broadcast media spans 12 years, is editor-in-chief of the Virginia Mercury. Get the latest in local public safety news with this weekly email.Essential technology, done right (PRNewsfoto/Marvell Technology Group Ltd.) New Aquila DSP Delivers Cost, Power, and Scalability for 2 km to 20 km Connectivity, Extending Marvell Optical Interconnect Leadership SANTA CLARA, Calif. , Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell Technology, Inc . (NASDAQ: MRVL), a leader in data infrastructure semiconductor solutions, today announced Marvell® Aquila , the industry's first coherent-lite DSP optimized for 1.6 Tbps coherent optical transceiver modules operating at O-band wavelengths. By combining advanced coherent modulation with scalable O-band optics, the Aquila DSP delivers a power and performance-optimized solution tailored for the emerging market for distributed campus data center interconnects spanning up to 20 km with high bandwidth and low latency. The industry is shifting from large-scale facilities to campus-based data centers due to power and space constraints. While PAM4 interconnects remain the standard for inside data center connections and coherent data center interconnect (DCI) interconnects address regional data center connectivity, both areas where Marvell is the industry leader, campus-based data centers require optimized interconnects spanning 2-20 km, driving the need for coherent-lite technology. Marvell, leveraging its unique expertise in both PAM4 and coherent DSPs, is leading this market transformation. Traditional coherent DSPs are optimized for C-band tunable optics, which lack the scalability needed for high-volume data center deployment. The new Aquila coherent-lite DSP introduces an innovative O-band coherent architecture that delivers cost efficiency, power savings, and scalability, enabling the next generation of campus-based data center connectivity. "Interconnect bandwidth, data center traffic, and data center capacity needs are all growing at accelerated rates because of AI, and operators are limited by the available power delivery in a single building," said Xi Wang , vice president of product marketing for Optical Connectivity at Marvell. "Aquila offers data center operators a new, groundbreaking avenue for optimizing their infrastructure for sustainability and developing campus facilities that can scale with their customers' demands for cloud and AI services." "The transition to distributed data centers is creating a growing demand for innovative solutions to address campus connectivity challenges," said Osa Mok , chief marketing officer at TeraHop Ltd. (previously known as InnoLight Technology). "Marvell's Aquila represents a significant step forward, bringing coherent technologies to this evolving market. By combining the advancements from Aquila with TeraHop's expertise in coherent modules and scalable optical solutions, we are establishing a new standard for performance and efficiency in campus networks." "Shipments of coherent-lite solutions are expected to grow from sample volumes this year to over 1 million units per year by 2029," said Vlad Kozlov , founder and CEO of LightCounting. "Coherent-lite technology like Aquila from Marvell expands the options available to hyperscalers, providing a more energy-efficient solution to an emerging and critical use case." Aquila is one of the latest members of the Marvell interconnect portfolio, optimized for specific use cases to help data centers maximize the utilization and performance of their infrastructure while reducing overall cost and power per bit. The extensive 1.6 Tbps portfolio also includes the Marvell LPO TIA and driver chipset; Ara , the industry's first 3nm PAM4 interconnect platform; Nova family of PAM4 DSPs featuring 200 Gbps electrical and optical interfaces; and Alaska® A PAM4 DSP for active electrical cables. Aquila Coherent-lite DSP Attributes Availability The Marvell Aquila coherent-lite DSP is sampling to select customers. About Marvell To deliver the data infrastructure technology that connects the world, we're building solutions on the most powerful foundation: our partnerships with our customers. Trusted by the world's leading technology companies for over 25 years, we move, store, process and secure the world's data with semiconductor solutions designed for our customers' current needs and future ambitions. Through a process of deep collaboration and transparency, we're ultimately changing the way tomorrow's enterprise, cloud, automotive, and carrier architectures transform—for the better. Marvell and the M logo are trademarks of Marvell or its affiliates. Please visit www.marvell.com for a complete list of Marvell trademarks. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, any statement that may predict, forecast, indicate or imply future events, results or achievements. Actual events, results or achievements may differ materially from those contemplated in this press release. Forward-looking statements are only predictions and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, including those described in the "Risk Factors" section of our Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other documents filed by us from time to time with the SEC. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and no person assumes any obligation to update or revise any such forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. For further information, contact: Kim Markle pr@marvell.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/marvell-unveils-industrys-first-coherent-lite-1-6-tbps-o-band-optimized-dsp-for-data-center-campus-connectivity-302328132.html SOURCE Marvell

NoneNew Aquila DSP Delivers Cost, Power, and Scalability for 2 km to 20 km Connectivity, Extending Marvell Optical Interconnect Leadership SANTA CLARA, Calif. , Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell Technology, Inc . (NASDAQ: MRVL), a leader in data infrastructure semiconductor solutions, today announced Marvell® Aquila , the industry's first coherent-lite DSP optimized for 1.6 Tbps coherent optical transceiver modules operating at O-band wavelengths. By combining advanced coherent modulation with scalable O-band optics, the Aquila DSP delivers a power and performance-optimized solution tailored for the emerging market for distributed campus data center interconnects spanning up to 20 km with high bandwidth and low latency. The industry is shifting from large-scale facilities to campus-based data centers due to power and space constraints. While PAM4 interconnects remain the standard for inside data center connections and coherent data center interconnect (DCI) interconnects address regional data center connectivity, both areas where Marvell is the industry leader, campus-based data centers require optimized interconnects spanning 2-20 km, driving the need for coherent-lite technology. Marvell, leveraging its unique expertise in both PAM4 and coherent DSPs, is leading this market transformation. Traditional coherent DSPs are optimized for C-band tunable optics, which lack the scalability needed for high-volume data center deployment. The new Aquila coherent-lite DSP introduces an innovative O-band coherent architecture that delivers cost efficiency, power savings, and scalability, enabling the next generation of campus-based data center connectivity. "Interconnect bandwidth, data center traffic, and data center capacity needs are all growing at accelerated rates because of AI, and operators are limited by the available power delivery in a single building," said Xi Wang , vice president of product marketing for Optical Connectivity at Marvell. "Aquila offers data center operators a new, groundbreaking avenue for optimizing their infrastructure for sustainability and developing campus facilities that can scale with their customers' demands for cloud and AI services." "The transition to distributed data centers is creating a growing demand for innovative solutions to address campus connectivity challenges," said Osa Mok , chief marketing officer at TeraHop Ltd. (previously known as InnoLight Technology). "Marvell's Aquila represents a significant step forward, bringing coherent technologies to this evolving market. By combining the advancements from Aquila with TeraHop's expertise in coherent modules and scalable optical solutions, we are establishing a new standard for performance and efficiency in campus networks." "Shipments of coherent-lite solutions are expected to grow from sample volumes this year to over 1 million units per year by 2029," said Vlad Kozlov , founder and CEO of LightCounting. "Coherent-lite technology like Aquila from Marvell expands the options available to hyperscalers, providing a more energy-efficient solution to an emerging and critical use case." Aquila is one of the latest members of the Marvell interconnect portfolio, optimized for specific use cases to help data centers maximize the utilization and performance of their infrastructure while reducing overall cost and power per bit. The extensive 1.6 Tbps portfolio also includes the Marvell LPO TIA and driver chipset; Ara , the industry's first 3nm PAM4 interconnect platform; Nova family of PAM4 DSPs featuring 200 Gbps electrical and optical interfaces; and Alaska® A PAM4 DSP for active electrical cables. Aquila Coherent-lite DSP Attributes Availability The Marvell Aquila coherent-lite DSP is sampling to select customers. About Marvell To deliver the data infrastructure technology that connects the world, we're building solutions on the most powerful foundation: our partnerships with our customers. Trusted by the world's leading technology companies for over 25 years, we move, store, process and secure the world's data with semiconductor solutions designed for our customers' current needs and future ambitions. Through a process of deep collaboration and transparency, we're ultimately changing the way tomorrow's enterprise, cloud, automotive, and carrier architectures transform—for the better. Marvell and the M logo are trademarks of Marvell or its affiliates. Please visit www.marvell.com for a complete list of Marvell trademarks. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, any statement that may predict, forecast, indicate or imply future events, results or achievements. Actual events, results or achievements may differ materially from those contemplated in this press release. Forward-looking statements are only predictions and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, including those described in the "Risk Factors" section of our Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other documents filed by us from time to time with the SEC. 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Wokeness is in retreat, but its stench will be hard to eliminate. Consider the curious case of the bone-headed “Nasdaq diversity rules” — edicts by the stock market giant to force every company that “lists” there to choose a board of directors that stresses intersectionality — racial, sexual and gender diversity — as opposed to competence. Sure, diversity is a worthy goal, but demanding outcomes in hiring through practices such as Diversity Equity and Inclusion is the most counterproductive way to run a business that woke mankind ever thought of. Forcing it on corporate boards as Nasdaq has been doing since 2020 is particularly scary. And now it’s illegal. Boards perform a vital function of oversight of public companies, and the C-suite. Making sure the CEO isn’t robbing the place blind is what the law — established through the Depression-era Securities and Exchange Act — ­demands from directors. Nasdaq turned decades of corporate law on its head at the height of the so-called social justice movement. It came at a particular hysterical time in American history, when the left tried to convince the country it was inherently racist because of the police killing of an ex-con named George Floyd as he was resisting ­arrest. That was then. These days, sanity is returning and woke is in retreat. Courts are ruling that DEI is illegal. The Fifth Circuit federal court did just that, telling Nasdaq it will have to end the insanity. Yes, the ruling is a sign wokeness is dying. But it’s not quite dead. The rules will likely find an afterlife because of a quirk in the disclosure system, and the way the securities regulators might interpret the court finding, The Post has learned. Reminder: Nasdaq, like its main competitor, the New York Stock Exchange, is a stock market; it wasn’t created to serve as a lefty NGO. One of its functions is to make sure people can buy and sell shares, in an ­orderly fashion, of the companies that “list” to trade there. Another is to ensure that listed companies ­follow basic corporate-governance rules that protect investors, including hiring competent directors. Under CEO Adena Friedman, Nasdaq joined the social justice movement that was all the rage in 2020. She demanded that listed companies stock their board with directors who were not the target of progressive ire during that eerie time, aka straight white men. “Each Company, except as described below in, must have or explain why it does not have, at least two members of its board of directors who are Diverse, including at least one Diverse director who self-identifies as Female; and at least one Diverse director who self-identifies as an Underrepresented Minority or LGBTQ+,” the Friedman-led Nasdaq said in its edict. As I point out in my book on progressivism run amok, “Go Woke Go Broke; The Inside Story of the Radicalization of Corporate America,” the idiocy of this rule isn’t confined to the very real fact that it’s illegal by any fair reading of the securities laws or various civil rights acts. There are also very real studies with control groups, margins of error, etc., that show that there’s no link between performance and ­diversity. Plus, this rule doesn’t apply to all those Chinese companies that Nasdaq lusts for to pay its listing fees. Companies hailing from one of the world’s most oppressive regimes — that are literally controlled by the repressive Chinese Communist Party — get a free pass. No members of the persecuted Uyghur minority need apply, according to Friedman & Co. Chinese listings can get away with placing a couple of women from the CCP to be directors. Nasdaq has argued to me the rules weren’t totally mandatory — though it always reserves the right to reject a listing. It also stressed that the rules were about disclosure, which sounds quaint until you realize that companies are supposed to disclose stuff investors care about like earnings, not their social justice preening. On top of that, the disclosure part had an interesting compulsory element. A company board’s diversity data, listed in its public disclosure filings, could be easily downloaded on the SEC’s website known as ­EDGAR. This enabled powerful social activist groups with ties to the lefties who run the Biden White House — the Human Rights Campaign, the Center for American Progress — to jump into the debate and pressure companies to up their diversity game as a de facto woke enforcement staff of the Nasdaq. Then something brilliant happened. Someone sued. Not Nasdaq, but its regulator, the equally woke Securities and Exchange Commission, which approved the measure. The lawsuit argued that stock markets weren’t created as political tools of the left. A federal court agreed. 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KBC Group NV raised its stake in shares of Cable One, Inc. ( NYSE:CABO – Free Report ) by 45.5% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 160 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 50 shares during the period. KBC Group NV’s holdings in Cable One were worth $56,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. Other hedge funds have also modified their holdings of the company. Jane Street Group LLC grew its stake in shares of Cable One by 880.9% during the first quarter. Jane Street Group LLC now owns 14,870 shares of the company’s stock valued at $6,292,000 after buying an additional 13,354 shares during the last quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Cable One by 11.0% during the first quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 490,178 shares of the company’s stock valued at $207,409,000 after acquiring an additional 48,513 shares in the last quarter. Private Management Group Inc. grew its holdings in shares of Cable One by 70.7% during the second quarter. Private Management Group Inc. now owns 113,641 shares of the company’s stock valued at $40,229,000 after buying an additional 47,082 shares during the last quarter. Public Sector Pension Investment Board purchased a new position in shares of Cable One in the second quarter worth about $3,554,000. Finally, Marshall Wace LLP purchased a new stake in shares of Cable One in the 2nd quarter valued at $1,410,000. 89.92% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors. Cable One Trading Up 3.4 % Shares of Cable One stock opened at $416.55 on Friday. The company has a current ratio of 0.93, a quick ratio of 0.93 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.84. Cable One, Inc. has a twelve month low of $311.28 and a twelve month high of $574.53. The firm has a market capitalization of $2.34 billion, a PE ratio of 9.63 and a beta of 0.84. The firm’s 50-day moving average price is $360.33 and its 200 day moving average price is $363.29. Cable One Announces Dividend Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Separately, JPMorgan Chase & Co. lowered their price objective on Cable One from $480.00 to $470.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research report on Tuesday, November 12th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, two have issued a hold rating and two have issued a buy rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $531.67. Get Our Latest Research Report on Cable One About Cable One ( Free Report ) Cable One, Inc, together with its subsidiaries, provides data, video, and voice services in the United States. The company offers residential data services, a service to enhance Wi-Fi signal throughout the home. It also provides various residential video services from basic video service to digital services with access to hundreds of channels; and provides a cloud-based DVR feature that does not require the use of a set-top boxes. See Also Five stocks we like better than Cable One Manufacturing Stocks Investing Vertiv’s Cool Tech Makes Its Stock Red-Hot Quiet Period Expirations Explained MarketBeat Week in Review – 11/18 – 11/22 How to Use the MarketBeat Stock Screener 2 Finance Stocks With Competitive Advantages You Can’t Ignore Receive News & Ratings for Cable One Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Cable One and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

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The temperature had been turned way up on the veteran hockey executive and the country’s under-20 program after a stunning upset some 12 hours earlier. “You only want to talk to me when things are bad, eh?” Anholt joked to reporters Saturday morning. “Is that how this works?” That is indeed what happens when a powerhouse with a record 20 gold medals expected to roll over an opponent suffers one of its worst all-time defeats at the tournament. Canada was embarrassed on home soil 3-2 by Latvia — a country it had thumped by a combined 41-4 score across four previous meetings — in a shocking shootout Friday. Coming off a disastrous fifth-place finish last year in Sweden and having talked a lot about upping their compete level and preparation, the Canadians looked disjointed for long stretches against the plucky, hard-working Latvians. The power play finally clicked late in the third period, but stands at 1-for-7 through two games, while the top line of Easton Cowan, Calum Ritchie and Bradly Nadeau has yet to translate its pre-tournament chemistry into success in the spotlight. “We’re certainly trying to problem solve, but not throw the baby out with the bath water,” said Anholt, who heads the world junior setup. “We’ve got to be really careful.” Canada, which picked up a solid 4-0 victory over Finland to open its tournament Thursday, had plenty of offensive zone time and directed 57 shots at Latvian goaltender Linards Feldbergs. Included in that total, however, were far too many one-and-done efforts from the perimeter with little traffic in front. There were, of course, desperate spurts — especially late in regulation and in 3-on-3 overtime — but not nearly enough for a roster peppered with first-round NHL draft picks and top prospects. “We played really, really hard,” Anholt said in defending his players. “We controlled the puck lots. We created some chances. Their goalie was really good and they defended really good ... 99 times out of 100 we win that game.” Hoping for a big response Sunday against Germany before meeting the United States on New Year’s Eve to tie a bow on round-robin action in Group A, Canada will have to push ahead minus one of its best players. Star defenceman Matthew Schaefer was injured Friday and is done for the tournament after he slammed into Latvia’s net and skated off favouring his left shoulder area. “Tough blow for the kid,” Anholt said. “The way he plays the game, he plays it at such a high speed.” Cowan, a Toronto Maple Leafs first-round selection, said Canada remains confident despite Friday’s ugly result in the nation’s capital. “We’re good,” said the 19-year-old from Mount Brydges, Ont. “Everyone’s lost a hockey game before.” But not like that — or to that opponent on that stage. “Bit of a (crappy) feeling,” said Nadeau, a Carolina Hurricanes prospect from St-Francois-de-Madawaska, N.B. “We all know what this group is capable of. Losing that game is not our standard. “We’ll bounce back.” Some corners of social media exploded following the Latvian debacle, with heavy criticism directed at head coach Dave Cameron and the team’s overall roster construction. “We’re not really worried about it,” defenceman and Ottawa native Oliver Book, who like Cowan is back from last year’s team, said of the outside noise. “We know we didn’t play well.” Canada appears poised to mix things up against the Germans. Vancouver Canucks prospect Sawyer Mynio of Kamloops, B.C., is set draw in for Schaefer, while Anholt indicated there’s a good chance forward Carson Rehkopf will get his first crack at the 2025 tournament as a returnee. The 19-year-old Seattle Kraken second-round pick from Vaughan, Ont., has scored a combined 78 goals over his last 97 regular-season and playoff games in the Ontario Hockey League. “Great player,” Cowan said. “He finds ways.” Anholt said taking a big-picture approach is key in challenging moments. “Let’s not panic,” he said. “The world hasn’t fallen in. It’s hard, but we’ll learn from it.” It’s something Canada will have to do under intense scrutiny. “People are gonna love you and people are gonna hate you,” said Cowan, who has a goal an assist through two games. “Gotta keep doing you.” Anholt, who was also at the helm 12 months ago when Canada never got in gear, isn’t getting 2024 vibes from this year’s group. “Not even in any way, shape or form,” he said. “We’ve just got to take care of business.” They get a first shot at redemption Sunday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 28, 2024.Jacksonville Offensive Coordinator Press Taylor spoke to the media this week about the Texans’ defense. On how different the Texans’ defense is than in Week 4 Press: I mean they have different players available and different players down throughout the course of it. Obviously, getting Danico [Texans DE Danico Autry] available, losing Pitre [Texans S Jalen Pitre] in there, [Texans S] Jimmie Ward, I don't believe they played against us the first time we played them as well. But you watch, they've kind of made some adjustments in the back end with who's playing there. They've added [LB] Devin White. They're really good. They're really fast. It's not an overly complicated scheme. You pretty much have an idea who's going to be where. Now, obviously they have their mixers in there. They've played us coverage-wise a little differently than they play some other people at times. So, that's kind of the cat-and-mouse throughout the course of the game of, all right, we came in thinking this, we're getting a little more this we adjust, how quickly do they adjust out. So they're really well coached, they play really really hard. It really starts with the defense and they do a great job getting up the field kind of ruining everything you're trying to get outside the tackles and things like that. Then the interior just firing off the ball, jumping up, getting vertical. Causing issues in the back field. I think that everything kind of starts with their defensive line and really the two ends to start.Brendan Rodgers praises Celtic and Cameron Carter-Vickers’ mentality

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Unlike bulky alternatives, this blanket is easy to handle, making it perfect for quick action during emergencies. It effectively suppresses various types of fires, including liquid and grease fires, which are common in kitchens and outdoor cooking areas. Additionally, it doubles as a thermal or heat shield, providing an extra layer of protection in critical situations, a feature many competitors lack. Another key advantage is its easy pull system. The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is designed for simplicity and speed—just pull the tabs to release it from its case. This system ensures that even in moments of panic, anyone, including children or the elderly, can deploy it with ease. Lastly, the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket leaves no messy cleanup. Unlike fire extinguishers that leave behind heavy powders or toxic chemicals, this blanket smothers flames without creating a mess. This means you can focus on safety without worrying about tedious or hazardous cleanups afterward. What Are The Benefits Of Prepared Hero Fire Blankets? (Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Reviews) Stops Fire Fast While It Is Still Small: T he Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is designed to extinguish fires at their early stages, preventing them from escalating into dangerous situations. By cutting off oxygen to the flames, it smothers fires quickly and efficiently, minimizing damage and risk. Essential Kitchen & Outdoor Gear: Whether you’re cooking in the kitchen, grilling in the backyard, or camping in the great outdoors, this fire blanket is a must-have. It provides peace of mind by ensuring you’re prepared for unexpected fire hazards in these high-risk areas. Even Kids and the Elderly Can Use It: Its straightforward design means anyone can use it in an emergency. Simply pull the tabs, cover the fire, and let the blanket do the rest. No training or technical knowledge is required, making it ideal for households with children and seniors. Works On Most Types of Fire : The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is effective against a variety of fire types, including grease, liquid, and small electrical fires. Its versatility ensures you’re equipped to handle different fire emergencies with one reliable tool. Never Expires (As Long as the Blanket is in Good Condition): Unlike fire extinguishers that require regular maintenance and refills, this fire blanket doesn’t have an expiration date. As long as it remains in good condition, you can count on it to perform whenever needed, saving you the hassle and cost of replacements. Fire Departments and Fire Fighters Approved: In addition to other fire safety measures, the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is approved by expert firefighters as a reliable fire safety tool for homes and workplaces. In addition to extinguishing fires, the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket can be deployed as a thermal shield, protecting you from high heat during emergencies. Compact and Easy to Store: The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is compact and space-saving, making it easy to store in kitchens, vehicles, or emergency kits. Its accessibility ensures you can grab it quickly when needed. No Costly Maintenance or Recharging : The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is an affordable and cost-effective fire safety tool. With its current bundle deal offering 51% off, the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is now very affordable for families to stock up and ensure safety across multiple locations, like homes, offices, and vehicles. CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR PREPARED HERO FIRE BLANKET FROM THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE AT MASSIVE DISCOUNT TODAY Why Should I Buy a Prepared Hero Fire Blanket? (Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Reviews) The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket offers rapid fire suppression by swiftly to smother fires, offering immediate safety with its fast-deploying design, making it a must-have in every home and vehicle. During a fire outbreak, the average response time of fire departments is at least 4 minutes. However, statistics show that within 3 minutes of a fire breaking out in modern homes, the entire room could be engulfed in flames. With the intense smoke and toxic fumes from burning plastics, breathing in even just two breaths can lead to unconsciousness. The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is designed to tackle fires in their early stages, stopping them before they escalate into a disaster. It’s an affordable and simple solution that can save lives. All reviews agree that Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is built to handle a variety of fire types, including grease and liquid fires, and can be easily deployed in the heat of the moment. It provides a quick, reliable way to extinguish small flames, ensuring your home and loved ones are protected. Its design eliminates the need for toxic chemicals or messy cleanup, making it not only effective but also environmentally friendly. With its growing popularity and proven effectiveness, the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is a crucial addition to every home’s safety toolkit. Is Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Any Good? (Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Reviews) Yes, the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is definitely a great investment for home safety! With over 610,000 satisfied customers, Prepared Hero Fire Blanket has an impressive average rating of 4.89 out of 5 stars, it’s clear that people trust Prepared Hero Fire Blanket. Many fire departments and firefighters also approve of it, further validating its effectiveness. One of the standout features of the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is that it doesn’t expire, as long as it remains in good condition. Unlike fire extinguishers, which require costly maintenance or recharging, this blanket is simple to maintain and often reusable. If it hasn’t been damaged after use, all you need to do is wipe it off and fold it back into its pouch, making it a hassle-free addition to your home safety routine. The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket also comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, giving you peace of mind with your purchase. If for any reason you’re not satisfied, you can return it, no questions asked. This customer-friendly policy, combined with its reliability and ease of use, makes it a smart choice for anyone looking to enhance their home safety without breaking the bank. Whether you’re dealing with small kitchen fires or outdoor hazards, this fire blanket is a dependable tool that’s both easy to use and cost-effective. Who Needs Prepared Hero Fire Blanket? (Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Reviews) The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is a must-have for anyone looking to increase their safety at home. Homeowners, in particular, can benefit from having this fire blanket on hand, especially in the kitchen where grease fires or stove-top accidents are common. With the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket’s ability to quickly smother small flames, it can prevent a disaster from happening in those crucial first moments when a fire starts. Whether you’re cooking dinner or hosting a barbecue in the backyard, having a Prepared Hero Fire Blanket nearby ensures you’re prepared for unexpected fire hazards. Renters can also benefit from the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket. Many people living in rental properties might not have the luxury of installing traditional fire safety equipment like fire extinguishers. However, the compact and easy-to-use fire blanket offers an affordable alternative that can be stored in a kitchen drawer, under the sink, or even in your vehicle. It’s a great solution for anyone living in small spaces or on a budget who still wants to be prepared for emergencies. Finally, parents and families can have peace of mind knowing that the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is simple enough for anyone to use, including kids and the elderly. In the case of an emergency, even those who may not be as strong or quick in a stressful situation can easily deploy the blanket. Its easy-pull tabs and straightforward deployment make it a perfect addition to households with children or seniors, offering protection for all ages. This fire blanket is an easy, reliable tool for any household. CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR PREPARED HERO FIRE BLANKET FROM THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE AT MASSIVE DISCOUNT TODAY Pros – (Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Reviews) The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is lightweight and easy to handle. It’s made from high-quality, flame-retardant materials. It’s effective at smothering a variety of fires, including grease and liquid fires. It doubles as a thermal heat shield for added protection. The blanket is simple to use, even for kids and the elderly. It leaves no messy residue after use, unlike fire extinguishers. There’s no need for expensive maintenance or recharging. The blanket has a long shelf life and doesn’t expire as long as it’s in good condition. It’s compact and easy to store in various locations, including kitchens and vehicles. The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. It’s affordable and offers great value with a 51% discount on purchases. CONS (Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Reviews) Available only on the official website. The Special discounts might end anytime soon. May not replace traditional fire extinguishers in every situation. Supply is highly limited due to increased demand during this season. The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket may not be suitable for large, out-of-control fires. How Much Does It Cost? Buy one Prepared Hero Fire Blanket for $29.99 + $4.99 S&H. Buy 2x Prepared Hero Fire Blanket = $24.99/each. + $4.99 S&H. Orig: $34.99. Buy 4x Prepared Hero Fire Blanket = $19.99/each. Orig: $34.99 + FREE SHIPPING! Buy 8x Prepared Hero Fire Blanket = $17.99/each. Orig: $34.99 + FREE SHIPPING! Buy 12x Prepared Hero Fire Blanket = $16.99/each. Orig: $34.99 + FREE SHIPPING! Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Reviews) Can I use it on any type of fire? The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket can successfully put out any source of fire that is smaller than the blanket itself. This includes electric fires, grease fires, and more. Where should I store my fire blanket? Can I hang it? The best place to store your Fire Blanket by Prepared Hero is in high-danger areas. This could be in your kitchen or heavily trafficked areas of the home, garage, vehicle, RV, or camper. We recommend hanging them in cabinets so that it’s ready for use in an instant. Can I reuse the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket? Yes! So long as the fire blanket isn’t damaged, it can be reused. There can’t be any holes or damaged materials. If it’s just soot then it can be wiped off and reused. Is there an expiration date? There is no expiration date. The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket never requires costly maintenance or recharging. As long as the blanket is in good condition, it will not expire. Are they approved in America? Yes, they are commonly recommended by fire departments and emergency services. This product is CE HS&E certified and meets EN-1869:1997 standards. Is there PFOA in this? The Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is woven out of fiberglass and does not contain any PFOA. What Are People Saying About Prepared Hero Fire Blankets? (Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Review) Lonna | Verified Purchase— After seeing the video of how these worked, I thought it would be a great gift to give to my adult kids to have in their own homes. You never know when something like a fire in the kitchen, etc. can happen so why not have these handy for that “Just in Case” time? Hopefully, nobody will ever have to experience a home fire but I thought why not have something like this?? If it works then Great! My oldest son and daughter-in-law have little kids and this is something they can keep in their kitchen in case of an emergency. I also gave one to my daughter and her husband for their new home along with one to my youngest son and his girlfriend for their apartments! For such a good price I like to feel that it will give them a bit of protection if ever needed. Sonya Etchemendy | Verified Purchase— I recently checked the gauges on my old fire extinguishers. Some, I couldn’t even pick up because of the weight. I’m 72 years old and needed a proactive way to prepare for a fire, God forbid. This ad for the cloth method of putting out any type of fire caught my eye. Perfect for any home to be prepared and it can be used at any age. I purchased mine and even purchased extras for my cooking areas and even have one in my car. Best part? This is a perfect housewarming gift! Perfect! Susan McCloud | Verified Purchase— DO NOT SKIP THESE! It quite literally saved our home from going up in flames! My son was frying bacon and let it get too hot, the grease burst into a fire so quickly. I’m glad I taught him how to use the fire blanket, he was able to put it out before it got out of control! Every home needs this. Donny G | Verified Purchase— I bought these to give out as gifts. I kept one for myself and gave the rest to friends and family. Something, I hope they never have to use. But, will come in handy if you ever do need to use it. Note: The Quality of the Product is Much Better than Expected. It makes the perfect gift! I am Happy with my Purchase. Better to be Prepared, you just never know. Final Words – Prepared Hero Fire Blanket Reviews In conclusion, the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is a highly effective and easy-to-use safety tool for small fires, making it a valuable addition to any home. Its lightweight design, flame-retardant material, and effectiveness with different fire types make it one of the most reliable fire safety tools in the market today. The blanket’s compact size makes it easy to store in key areas like the kitchen, garage, or car, ensuring you’re always prepared for a potential fire hazard. However, it’s important to note that the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket may not be suitable for large, out-of-control fires, which require more advanced firefighting tools. Additionally, while it’s designed for small fires, it doesn’t replace traditional fire extinguishers for all fire types. Nonetheless, with its affordability, ease of use, and added safety benefits, the Prepared Hero Fire Blanket is a wise investment for most households looking for an extra layer of protection. 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WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s allies on Capitol Hill rallied around Pete Hegseth , Trump’s Pentagon pick, on Thursday even as new details surfaced about allegations that he had sexually assaulted a woman in 2017. The GOP embrace of Hegseth came as another controversial Trump nominee, Matt Gaetz, withdrew from consideration for attorney general. Gaetz said it was clear he had become a “distraction" amid pressure on the House to release an ethics report about allegations of his own sexual misconduct. An attorney for two women has said that his clients told House Ethics Committee investigators that Gaetz paid them for sex on multiple occasions beginning in 2017, when Gaetz was a Florida congressman. People are also reading... 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At the same time, his transition has so far balked at the vetting and background checks that have traditionally been required. While few Republican senators have publicly criticized any of Trump's nominees, it became clear after Gaetz's withdrawal that many had been harboring private concerns about him. Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin, who served with Gaetz in the House, said it was a “positive move.” Mississippi Sen. Roger Wicker said it was a “positive development.” Maine Sen. Susan Collins said Gaetz “put country first and I am pleased with his decision.” After meeting with Hegseth, though, Republicans rallied around him. “I think he’s going to be in pretty good shape,” said Wicker, who is expected to chair the Senate Armed Services Committee in the next Congress. Republican senators' careful words, and their early reluctance to publicly question Trump's picks, illustrated not only their fear of retribution from the incoming president but also some of their hopes that the confirmation process can proceed normally, with proper vetting and background checks that could potentially disqualify problematic nominees earlier. Gaetz withdrew after meeting with senators on Wednesday. Sen. Thom Tillis said Gaetz was “in a pressure cooker” when he decided to withdraw, but suggested that it would have little bearing on Trump’s other nominees. “Transactions — one at a time,” he said. As the Hegseth nomination proceeds, Republicans also appear to be betting that they won't face much backlash for publicly setting aside the allegations of sexual misconduct — especially after Trump won election after being found liable for sexual abuse last year. Hegseth held a round of private meetings alongside incoming Vice President JD Vance on Thursday in an attempt to shore up support and told reporters afterward: “The matter was fully investigated and I was completely cleared, and that’s where I’m gonna leave it.” A 22-page police report report made public late Wednesday offered the first detailed account of the allegations against him. A woman told police that she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Hegseth after he took her phone, blocked the door to a California hotel room and refused to let her leave. The report cited police interviews with the alleged victim, a nurse who treated her, a hotel staffer, another woman at the event and Hegseth. Hegseth’s lawyer, Timothy Palatore, said the incident was “fully investigated and police found the allegations to be false.” Hegseth paid the woman in 2023 as part of a confidential settlement to head off the threat of what he described as a baseless lawsuit, Palatore has said. Wicker played down the allegations against Hegseth, a former Fox News host, saying that “since no charges were brought from the authorities, we only have press reports.” Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn., said after his meeting with Hegseth that he "shared with him the fact that I was saddened by the attacks that are coming his way.” Hagerty dismissed the allegations as “a he-said, she-said thing” and called it a “shame” that they were being raised at all. The senator said attention should instead be focused on the Defense Department that Hegseth would head. It's one of the most complex parts of the federal government with more than 3 million employees, including military service members and civilians. Sexual assault has been a persistent problem in the military, though Pentagon officials have been cautiously optimistic they are seeing a decline in reported sexual assaults among active-duty service members and the military academies. Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso, who will be the No. 2 Republican in the Senate next year, said after his meeting with Hegseth that the nominee is a strong candidate who “pledged that the Pentagon will focus on strength and hard power – not the current administration’s woke political agenda.” Senate Republicans are under pressure to hold hearings once they take office in January and confirm nominees as soon as Trump is inaugurated, despite questions about whether Trump’s choices will be properly screened or if some, like Hegseth, have enough experience for the job. Senate Armed Services Chairman Jack Reed, who will be the top Democrat on the panel next year, said the reports on Hegseth “emphasized the need for a thorough investigation by the FBI on the background of all the nominees.” It takes a simple majority to approve Cabinet nominations, meaning that if Democrats all opposed a nominee, four Republican senators would also have to defect for any Trump choice to be defeated. Trump has made clear he’s willing to put maximum pressure on Senate Republicans to give him the nominees he wants – even suggesting at one point that they allow him to just appoint his nominees with no Senate votes. But senators insist, for now, that they are not giving up their constitutional power to have a say. “The president has the right to make the nominations that he sees fit, but the Senate also has a responsibility for advice and consent,” said Republican Sen. Mike Rounds of South Dakota. In the case of Gaetz, he said, “I think there was advice offered rather than consent.”2001: A Bitcoin OdysseyThe story so far: When U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is administered the oath of office on January 20, 2025, and officially kicks off his second term at the White House, it will be the onset of four years that herald the deepening of domestic and foreign policy priorities enacted in his first term as President. On the cards are a reimposition of punitive tariffs against nations exporting to the U.S., and India is likely to feature on that list; a tough stance on immigration; and changes in foreign policy, with America likely to see the continuing withdrawal from global, multilateral and regional engagement like in his first term. What tariffs policies and tax cuts are likely to be tabled by the Trump administration? The first Trump administration started a trade war with China when it hit Beijing in 2018 with a punitive net tariff coverage of nearly 15% of all U.S. imports. In that case, his administration had already imposed several tariffs prior to 2018 as well, with the result that there were overlapping tariffs on a number of products; for example, the 25% tariff that was imposed that year was over and above an antidumping tariff of approximately 66% that was already in place. Despite this somewhat chaotic approach to tariff imposition, one fact was clear — China was the main target on the global stage: at 11.1% import coverage by U.S. special tariffs in 2018, the rate slapped on Beijing dwarfed the rate for other exporters to the U.S., including India, at 0.2%. In terms of products, the U.S. special tariffs preponderantly targeted imports of intermediate goods, and to a much lesser extent capital goods and final products. This is likely to have impacted the final price of finished goods based on intermediate goods sourced within the U.S. During his 2024 campaign, Mr. Trump had affirmed that he would impose an across-the-board tariff of somewhere between 10%-20% on the entire $3 trillion worth of U.S. goods imports and a China-specific additional tariff of 60%. Assuming that the focus on intermediate goods continues in this context, this would imply a significant jump from his first term in terms of the value of goods impacted, most likely additional tens of billions of dollars’ worth on commodities such as steel and aluminium and at least $300 billion worth of Chinese goods. Retaliation from China, the E.U., India, and other trading partners of the U.S. is sure to follow swiftly. Regarding the high likelihood of a corporate tax cut, it could come in the form of renewing the lapsing cuts that Mr. Trump had introduced in 2017, through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This despite — or perhaps precisely because of — the fact that the policy did reduce taxes for most people, though it disproportionately benefitted the wealthy, according to the non-partisan Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. Their analysis at the time noted this policy resulted in households with incomes in the top 1% receiving an average tax cut of more than $60,000 if the cuts were maintained, compared to an average tax cut of less than $500 for households in the bottom 60%. Additionally, the Trump tax cut “was expensive and eroded the U.S. revenue base... and failed to deliver promised economic benefits,” the CBPP noted. Other economic policy actions that the Trump White House might advocate for include a carbon-border adjustment tax and quantitative restrictions on investments into U.S. assets such as infrastructure and essential medicine production capabilities, by China. His administration would also likely seek the inputs of the Department of Government Efficiency — led by the “tech bros” Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy — to reduce wastage and inefficiencies within the purview of the federal government, including by rationalising the actions of bureaucrats and cutting down on regulations across sectors. While the duo have hinted at potentially finding $2 trillion in savings through this initiative, including via mass layoffs and the shutting down of some agencies entirely, critics have challenged the size of the potential gains that could be made here. What action is expected on immigration? Going by the Trump campaign’s policy promises in the lead-up to the 2024 election, there is a distinct possibility of a large-scale deportation of undocumented workers. However, there may be several obstacles that the White House might encounter as it carries out this possibly unprecedented action. Firstly, across several states, key urban hubs have vowed to be “sanctuary cities” and pass laws to limit local law enforcement cooperation with the federal government’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This is likely to make it politically complicated to carry out detention and deportation actions on a sizeable scale and in a short time frame. Secondly, the Trump campaign is yet to share details on the cost of such operations to the exchequer, but non-partisan analysts such as the American Immigration Council estimate that such an immigration proposal could potentially cost taxpayers considerably more than $300 billion. These estimates notwithstanding, there is little doubt that Mr. Trump will attempt to accelerate deportations to fulfil his campaign promises, especially as the first Trump administration deported close to 1.5 million people – almost the same number as outgoing President Joe Biden and far less than former President Barack Obama, who turned away nearly 3 million people over eight years in office. What impact could be expected regarding U.S. foreign policy? Mr. Trump has proclaimed publicly without explanation or details that he can and will end the Russia-Ukraine war and the Israel-Hamas conflict. On the former, he has said he would end the war even prior to Inauguration Day, even if he views the conflict through the lens of halting the “endless flow of American treasure to Ukraine” and demanding that NATO allies in Europe reimburse Washington for its war-related expenses if they expect military support from the U.S. against future Russian aggression. Regarding Israel, the incoming President has followed in Mr. Biden’s footsteps and criticised the Israeli government’s aggression in Gaza, although Mr. Trump had tacitly expressed support for Israel by moving the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in his first term. What bolsters Mr. Trump’s intentions? While the Trump 2.0 administration is yet to spell out critical details regarding its policy plans on the domestic and international fronts, one thing is certain: Mr. Trump enjoys an overwhelming mandate expressed through the result of the 2024 election. Further, he will be fundamentally operating from a position of institutional strength given the federal government trifecta, which implies that the White House will enjoy the luxury of greater cooperation in getting policies sanctioned by Congress, and possibly important cases ruled in his administration’s favour by a sympathetic U.S. Supreme Court. 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This monster 240W charger has features I've never seen on other accessories (and get $60 off this Black Friday)Williams-Sonoma ( NYSE:WSM – Free Report ) had its price target increased by Wedbush from $135.00 to $175.00 in a research report sent to investors on Thursday, Marketbeat Ratings reports. They currently have a neutral rating on the specialty retailer’s stock. A number of other brokerages have also recently issued reports on WSM. Wells Fargo & Company boosted their price objective on Williams-Sonoma from $140.00 to $165.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a report on Thursday. Barclays upped their price objective on Williams-Sonoma from $116.00 to $123.00 and gave the company an “underweight” rating in a report on Thursday. Robert W. Baird dropped their target price on Williams-Sonoma from $150.00 to $140.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a report on Friday, August 23rd. TD Cowen upped their price target on shares of Williams-Sonoma from $165.00 to $195.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday. Finally, Citigroup dropped their price objective on shares of Williams-Sonoma from $140.00 to $134.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, November 8th. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, twelve have given a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $154.41. View Our Latest Report on Williams-Sonoma Williams-Sonoma Trading Down 0.3 % Williams-Sonoma ( NYSE:WSM – Get Free Report ) last posted its earnings results on Thursday, August 22nd. The specialty retailer reported $1.74 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.61 by $0.13. Williams-Sonoma had a net margin of 14.54% and a return on equity of 51.56%. The company had revenue of $1.79 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $1.81 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $1.56 EPS. Williams-Sonoma’s quarterly revenue was down 4.0% compared to the same quarter last year. Equities analysts forecast that Williams-Sonoma will post 8.13 earnings per share for the current year. Williams-Sonoma Announces Dividend The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, November 22nd. Stockholders of record on Friday, October 18th were paid a $0.57 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, October 18th. This represents a $2.28 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.33%. Williams-Sonoma’s payout ratio is 26.97%. Insider Transactions at Williams-Sonoma In other Williams-Sonoma news, CEO Laura Alber sold 40,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, November 15th. The stock was sold at an average price of $130.49, for a total transaction of $5,219,600.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer now owns 990,956 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $129,309,848.44. The trade was a 3.88 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website . Also, EVP Karalyn Smith sold 11,100 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, August 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $134.66, for a total transaction of $1,494,726.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president now owns 15,150 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,040,099. The trade was a 42.29 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . In the last quarter, insiders sold 91,100 shares of company stock valued at $12,525,126. Corporate insiders own 1.50% of the company’s stock. Institutional Inflows and Outflows A number of large investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. Motley Fool Asset Management LLC grew its position in Williams-Sonoma by 4.4% during the 1st quarter. Motley Fool Asset Management LLC now owns 1,225 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $389,000 after acquiring an additional 52 shares during the last quarter. Quent Capital LLC increased its position in Williams-Sonoma by 19.7% in the 1st quarter. Quent Capital LLC now owns 358 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $114,000 after acquiring an additional 59 shares during the period. EntryPoint Capital LLC raised its stake in shares of Williams-Sonoma by 520.0% during the first quarter. EntryPoint Capital LLC now owns 93 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $30,000 after acquiring an additional 78 shares during the last quarter. Smithfield Trust Co lifted its holdings in shares of Williams-Sonoma by 100.0% during the third quarter. Smithfield Trust Co now owns 160 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $25,000 after purchasing an additional 80 shares during the period. Finally, Diversify Advisory Services LLC grew its stake in shares of Williams-Sonoma by 2.6% in the third quarter. Diversify Advisory Services LLC now owns 3,226 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $500,000 after purchasing an additional 81 shares during the last quarter. 99.29% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors. About Williams-Sonoma ( Get Free Report ) Williams-Sonoma, Inc operates as an omni-channel specialty retailer of various products for home. It offers cooking, dining, and entertaining products, such as cookware, tools, electrics, cutlery, tabletop and bar, outdoor, furniture, and a library of cookbooks under the Williams Sonoma Home brand, as well as home furnishings and decorative accessories under the Williams Sonoma lifestyle brand; and furniture, bedding, lighting, rugs, table essentials, and decorative accessories under the Pottery Barn brand. Featured Articles Receive News & Ratings for Williams-Sonoma Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Williams-Sonoma and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

KBC Group NV grew its stake in The ODP Co. ( NASDAQ:ODP – Free Report ) by 88.9% during the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 1,844 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock after acquiring an additional 868 shares during the quarter. KBC Group NV’s holdings in ODP were worth $55,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. A number of other large investors have also made changes to their positions in ODP. Vanguard Group Inc. lifted its stake in shares of ODP by 0.4% during the 1st quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 3,982,531 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $211,273,000 after purchasing an additional 16,584 shares during the period. DME Capital Management LP lifted its position in ODP by 29.9% during the second quarter. DME Capital Management LP now owns 2,222,470 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $87,276,000 after buying an additional 511,890 shares during the period. American Century Companies Inc. boosted its stake in ODP by 19.6% in the 2nd quarter. American Century Companies Inc. now owns 832,871 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $32,707,000 after buying an additional 136,730 shares during the last quarter. Bridgeway Capital Management LLC grew its holdings in ODP by 3.8% in the 1st quarter. Bridgeway Capital Management LLC now owns 337,447 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $17,902,000 after buying an additional 12,262 shares during the period. Finally, Thompson Siegel & Walmsley LLC increased its stake in shares of ODP by 106.3% during the 2nd quarter. Thompson Siegel & Walmsley LLC now owns 330,177 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $12,966,000 after acquiring an additional 170,149 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 99.56% of the company’s stock. Analysts Set New Price Targets ODP has been the topic of several recent analyst reports. UBS Group decreased their target price on shares of ODP from $30.00 to $28.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, November 7th. StockNews.com raised shares of ODP from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, November 7th. ODP Price Performance ODP stock opened at $27.26 on Friday. The company has a market cap of $821.07 million, a PE ratio of -29.96, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.58 and a beta of 1.48. The company has a current ratio of 0.92, a quick ratio of 0.47 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.28. The stock has a 50-day moving average price of $29.25 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $33.90. The ODP Co. has a 12-month low of $23.69 and a 12-month high of $58.98. ODP ( NASDAQ:ODP – Get Free Report ) last released its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, November 6th. The specialty retailer reported $0.71 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.60 by ($0.89). The firm had revenue of $1.78 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.82 billion. ODP had a negative net margin of 0.52% and a positive return on equity of 12.15%. The business’s revenue for the quarter was down 11.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned $1.88 earnings per share. As a group, research analysts predict that The ODP Co. will post 3.26 EPS for the current year. About ODP ( Free Report ) The ODP Corporation provides business services and supplies, products, and digital workplace technology solutions for small, medium, and enterprise businesses in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company operates through four divisions: ODP Business Solutions, Office Depot, Veyer, and Varis. Further Reading Five stocks we like better than ODP What is the S&P/TSX Index? Vertiv’s Cool Tech Makes Its Stock Red-Hot Basic Materials Stocks Investing MarketBeat Week in Review – 11/18 – 11/22 How to Invest in Biotech Stocks 2 Finance Stocks With Competitive Advantages You Can’t Ignore Receive News & Ratings for ODP Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for ODP and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

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