Marriott International posted a solid second quarter for 2026, with worldwide revenue per available room rising 3.4 percent. While domestic demand in the U.S. and Canada drove a 5 percent increase, regional instability in the Middle East created international headwinds, keeping global growth in check despite record-breaking development pipeline signings.
As beef prices climb and cattle inventories tighten, Minneapolis-based Mighty Spark is betting on poultry to dominate the meat snack aisle. The brand is launching a massive retail expansion into 600 Costco locations alongside a national streaming campaign to capture families shifting away from traditional beef-based snacks.
Holland America Line is expanding its 2028 European season with the highest number of port calls the cruise operator has scheduled in nearly ten years. The program, which spans from January through early December, includes record-breaking visit counts to Norway, Spain, Ireland, and the Netherlands across a five-ship fleet.
The Department of War has designated Delta Development Team’s BloodCOMM® platform as an “Awardable” solution via the Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace. This assessment clears the path for military procurement teams to adopt the system, which leverages predictive analytics to manage cold chain medical assets and blood inventory for expeditionary forces.
Investors and analysts will convene on August 6 at 8:00 a.m. ET as Rockville-based REGENXBIO prepares to disclose its financial performance for the second quarter ending June 30. The session serves as a platform to review the company’s current operational progress within its late-stage gene therapy pipeline.
Domino’s Pizza is turning its customer base into a massive, paid focus group. Starting August 3 and running through the end of the month, the Ann Arbor-based chain is offering a $5 coupon to any customer who places a qualifying order via its recently redesigned website or mobile application.
Scottsdale-based Consumer Cellular is diversifying its personal safety portfolio with the IRIS Ally Go, a watch-style wearable designed to help older adults age in place. The device joins the existing pendant-style IRIS Ally, offering a new form factor for users who want discreet, immediate access to emergency assistance.
Ascletis Pharma has secured FDA clearance to launch a global Phase III clinical program for ASC30, an oral small-molecule GLP-1 receptor agonist intended for chronic weight management. The study will enroll 4,600 participants across the U.S., Europe, and Canada, marking a significant step in the company’s bid to challenge injectable weight-loss therapies.
American Bitcoin Corp. navigated a volatile second quarter by leaning into infrastructure growth, reaching a record-breaking 932 Bitcoin mined between April and June. The company successfully expanded its strategic reserve to over 8,000 units, signaling a push to solidify its position as a primary domestic mining powerhouse.
DarioHealth Corp. plans to disclose its financial performance for the second quarter ending June 30, 2026, on Tuesday, August 11. The New York-based firm, which specializes in AI-powered chronic condition management, will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results with investors.
With over two decades of leadership experience across diverse sectors, Rhonda Davenport has been named the new Chief Human Resources Officer at AZZ Inc. Effective August 3, the appointment positions the veteran executive to oversee talent strategy and organizational culture for the North American metal coating provider.
Forty percent of employees consider quitting after a negative leave experience, often triggered by paycheck errors during time off. Denver-based AbsenceSoft is now attempting to solve this disconnect by launching Payroll Calculations, a platform module designed to bridge the gap between leave administration and payroll processing systems.
The global market for specialty oilfield chemicals is set to expand from $17.38 billion in 2026 to $20.46 billion by 2031, according to a report from MarketsandMarkets. This growth, forecasted at a compound annual rate of 3.3%, is largely driven by the increasing complexity of extraction techniques and a rising global demand for energy.
Atlanta-based energy giant Southern Company has initiated a private offering of convertible senior notes totaling $2.15 billion, split between 2027 and 2029 maturities. The capital raise targets institutional buyers, with proceeds slated to restructure existing debt obligations and fund general corporate activities across the company’s regional utility network.
Against the backdrop of the Games of the Future 2026, a ton-class eVTOL aircraft from AutoFlight successfully completed a demonstration flight in Astana. The exhibition marks a high-profile push to integrate electric vertical takeoff and landing technology into the transportation fabric of Kazakhstan, moving from prototype tests to public visibility.
Driven by persistent radiologist shortages and a surge in diagnostic imaging volume, the global teleradiology market is set for rapid expansion. Analysts project the sector will grow from $10.5 billion in 2025 to $66.7 billion by 2036, maintaining a robust annual growth rate of 18.3 percent throughout the decade.
During the Games of the Future 2026 in Astana, AutoFlight launched a series of demonstration flights for its ton-class electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. The showcase, staged amidst the international phygital tournament, highlights the company's push to integrate sustainable aerial transit into the regional transportation framework of Kazakhstan.
Mobile security teams can now adjust anti-fraud and bot-defense policies in live applications without triggering a full rebuild or app-store resubmission. Redwood City-based Appdome introduced Remote Management on August 3, 2026, allowing organizations to respond to active cyber threats in real-time while maintaining strict governance and audit trails.
Consumer365 has named EZContacts a top destination for polarized sunglasses, citing the retailer’s expansive inventory and commitment to accessible eye protection. The recognition underscores a broader retail shift as shoppers increasingly prioritize specialized lens technology to combat glare during driving and outdoor recreation.
With 99 percent of eligible members casting ballots, 1,300 pilots at Allegiant Air have overwhelmingly approved a new two-year collective bargaining agreement. The deal, ratified by an 80 percent margin, delivers an immediate 40 percent hourly wage increase and triggers $300 million in accrued retention bonuses for the flight crews.
Tens of thousands gathered at the KINTEX Outdoor Global Stage in Goyang as Waterbomb Seoul 2026 concluded its three-day run. The event, which blended high-energy K-pop performances with signature water-based audience participation, served as a proving ground for the festival's new operational partnership with CSTS Enterprises and PremierX.
Houston-based Flotek Industries has landed a decade-long contract to supply infrastructure and data technology for a 400 MW natural gas power project in Puerto Rico. The agreement, aimed at stabilizing the island's energy grid, represents a significant expansion for the company beyond its traditional oil and gas operations.
GSI Group Holdings has acquired Aven Tools, a manufacturer of precision instruments and microscopy solutions, aiming to bolster its footprint in the medical device and industrial electronics sectors. The move integrates Aven’s specialized product line into GSI’s global network, which currently supports research and laboratory facilities across more than 100 countries.
A surge in institutional activity pushed 24X Bermuda Limited to a new daily record of $14.7 billion in FX non-deliverable forward trades on July 31. This milestone eclipses the previous high of $12.2 billion set just three months earlier, signaling rapid growth in the platform's liquidity and global bank participation.
The U.S. housing market is cooling this summer, marked by a rise in price adjustments and a ninth consecutive month of annual list-price declines. Despite the softening, the sector is avoiding a collapse, with pending home sales recording their eighth straight month of growth as buyers remain active but increasingly selective.
When scammers cloned the voice and likeness of lipedema surgeon Dr. David Amron to hawk fake medical creams, it signaled a new, dangerous frontier in fraud. On July 29, 2026, Amron brought his firsthand experience to the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, urging lawmakers to confront AI-enabled medical impersonation.
National Energy Services Reunited Corp. will report its financial performance for the second quarter of 2026 on August 10. The Houston-based energy services firm, which operates extensively across the Middle East and North Africa, plans to host an investor conference call shortly after the morning release.
Loews Corporation reported net income of $444 million for the second quarter of 2026, marking a significant rise from the $391 million recorded during the same period last year. Earnings per share reached $2.16, bolstered by strong performances across the company’s hospitality and energy infrastructure divisions.
FMG Suite is aggressively scaling its leadership team, tapping senior talent from firms including Goldman Sachs, Salesforce, and EY-Parthenon. The move signals a strategic shift for the marketing platform as it pivots toward enterprise-level wealth management, embedding AI-driven capabilities into its core compliant growth infrastructure.
Mikael Dolsten, the longtime Chief Scientific Officer who steered Pfizer’s R&D pipeline through 36 successful drug and vaccine approvals, has joined the board of Varda Space Industries. His appointment signals a strategic shift for the El Segundo startup as it transitions from orbital testing to commercial pharmaceutical production.
