Check out the companies making headlines in the midday deal: Rocket Lab – Aerospace manufacturers’ inventory won 3% after the US Space Force listed the company as one of the companies that entered a pool of launch providers. Braze – Cloud Software Company’s stock added 6% after shattering analyst estimates in the fourth quarter on the top line and bottom line. Braze reported an adjusted earnings of 12 cents per share, but the analysts surveyed by Factset were looking for five cents. It was revenue of $160.4 million, beating a $155.7 million forecast from analysts. Lululemon – Athleticwear Company’s stock plummeted more than 14% after issuing guidance for 2025 that disappointed analysts. The company said that U.S. traffic in Lululemon and colleagues in the industry is declining as consumers spend less due to economic and inflation concerns. WR Berkeley – Insurance stocks rose 8% after WR Berkeley said Japan’s Mitsui River Region Insurance agreed to buy 15% of the company’s common stock. According to a press release, the purchase is part of an agreement between MSI and the Berkeley family, which could lead to new executives at WR Berkeley. Oxford Industries – The clothing retailer stock was above 3% after full-year guidance missed analyst estimates. Oxford Industries forecast revenues in the range of $1.49 billion to $1.53 billion for the fiscal year, but analysts voted by FactSet were looking for $1.54 billion. Management said the growing consumer uncertainty is a major overhang for the company’s outlook. Bausch + Lomb – 5% stake in Eye Health Company. Bausch + Lomb said Thursday that he voluntarily recalls certain implantable eye lenses after the complications were reported. Product recalls and subsequent uncertainty have led Wells Fargo to downgrade its stock from overweight to equal weight. Applovin – The mobile technology company’s shares added 7% on Friday. The sharp sale on Thursday led to a decline in shares over 20%. Short seller Muddy Waters on Thursday alleged that Applovin’s ad tactics violated the app store’s terms. ARGAN – Stocks skyrocketed nearly 24% after energy plant design and construction holding companies broke fourth quarter estimates on top and bottom lines. Argan won $2.22 per share with revenue of $232.5 million. Analysts surveyed in Factset’s forecast forecasts earnings of $1.15 per share with revenue of $175 million for the fourth quarter. Infinity Natural Resources – Exploration and production company stocks pulled back nearly 3% after fourth quarter net income missed analyst estimates. Analysts surveyed by Factset were looking for a profit of $23.3 million, but reported a loss of $5.5 million in the fourth quarter. – Reported by Yun Li, Michelle Fox and Jesse Pound of CNBC. Get tickets for Pro Live Join us on the New York Stock Exchange! An uncertain market? Earn Edge with CNBC Pro Live, the first exclusive event on the historic New York Stock Exchange. Access to expert insights is paramount in today’s dynamic financial situation. As a CNBC Pro subscriber, we encourage you to take part in the first exclusive, in-person CNBC Pro live event held at the iconic NYSE on Thursday, June 12th. Join ProSCarter Worte, an interactive pro clinic led by Dan Niles and Dan Ives, along with a special edition of Pro Talks with Tom Lee. You will also get the opportunity to network with CNBC experts, talent and other pro subscribers during exciting cocktail hours on the legendary trading floor. Tickets are limited!
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