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Jim Cramer is itching to buy 2 newer stocks on our 10 name Bullpen watch list
Jim Cramer is itching to buy 2 newer stocks on our 10 name Bullpen watch list

CNBC

time26-06-2025

  • Business
  • CNBC

Jim Cramer is itching to buy 2 newer stocks on our 10 name Bullpen watch list

Jim Cramer on Wednesday provided updates on all 10 names on our Bullpen stocks to watch list. During the Investing Club's June Monthly Meeting , Jim was particularly excited about two of our newer additions. Boeing : Jim hasn't pulled the trigger to add Boeing to the Club portfolio yet because he would want to make room first. We tend to wait to add a new name until we exit another. Jim said it's "terrific" that shares of the aerospace giant trading just under $200 apiece, as of Wednesday afternoon, and he would like to "buy some here." However, he is debating whether to see how some challenged Club stocks like Salesforce and Bristol Myers play out or whether to remove them. Boeing should be the main beneficiary of trade deals with other countries through increased aircraft sales. Cisco Systems : Jim is a huge fan of this networking equipment company because its artificial intelligence strategy is going in a positive direction, and it's beefing up its cybersecurity offerings. Jim is reluctant to add the stock right now for two reasons: (1) the stock is currently trading at $68 per share, making a new 52-week high Wednesday. He would hope to get in at a better price; (2) like with Boeing, we simply would need to have another stock come out of the portfolio. Airbnb : Airbnb is an appealing name because of its peer-to-peer home rental platform that's disrupting the lodging industry. Still, Jim thinks the stock is a "no-go" because the company's recent earnings were a bit weak. It's not the best time to get into the stock given the management's disappointing forward guidance, coupled with concerns over a slowdown in U.S. travel. Dell Technologies : This company, best known for its personal computers, is on the list because it's one of the big winners of the AI build-out. Jim was a bit frustrated for having "missed" Dell after the stock surged more than 80% from its April low of $66. Shares of the PC and AI server maker are trading at $120 apiece Wednesday. Intuitive Surgical : Jim finds this medtech company — known for its leadership in robotic-assisted, minimally invasive surgery — "very intriguing," especially after the stock is flat for the year. There is some tariff risk since the bulk of Intuitive Surgical's instruments and accessories are made in Mexico. Marvell Technology : The one-time Club name is a leader in custom chips, and its stock has made a huge comeback from its April low of $47. Shares were trading at $75 each, as of Wednesday afternoon. Jim thinks Marvell's comeback could have been a missed opportunity. But for the Club, he's content with owning two chip stocks: Nvidia and Broadcom. In fact, Broadcom also makes custom chips, and it's been a better performer than Marvell this year. Novartis : This Swiss drugmaker is another top-of-mind medical name for Jim for its strong product pipeline. But in the meantime, it's staying in the Bullpen because we already have Bristol Myers, which we would have to get rid of to put another name like Novartis in its place. Nucor : Jim sees Nucor as one of the best-positioned manufacturers of steel products. While the potential of tariffs on imported steel could lead to increased costs for the company, Jim believes the stock is "finally right," given a shortage of steel companies that President Donald Trump will do whatever he can to protect. Nucor last week issued solid preliminary results for its second quarter earnings. The company is expected to report those results on July 28 after the bell. Raytheon : Jim is an advocate of this maker of aircraft engines and missiles, but the stock has "run a lot," reaching a 52-week high of $149 on June 18. The stock, which has run more than 20% year to date, has to come lower for us to consider investing in the name. Sempra : Jim finds this diversified utility and energy infrastructure name an attractive play due to its exposure to attractive markets. However, the company's last quarter "wasn't good enough." The company is also faced with some regulatory challenges. We're watching Sempra since we don't own a utility and would consider one to diversify our portfolio. (See here for a full list of the stocks in Jim Cramer's Charitable Trust.) As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade. Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio. If Jim has talked about a stock on CNBC TV, he waits 72 hours after issuing the trade alert before executing the trade. THE ABOVE INVESTING CLUB INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND PRIVACY POLICY , TOGETHER WITH OUR DISCLAIMER . NO FIDUCIARY OBLIGATION OR DUTY EXISTS, OR IS CREATED, BY VIRTUE OF YOUR RECEIPT OF ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE INVESTING CLUB. NO SPECIFIC OUTCOME OR PROFIT IS GUARANTEED.

Crown Royal Marquis Is The Brand's Newest Expression
Crown Royal Marquis Is The Brand's Newest Expression

Black America Web

time20-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Black America Web

Crown Royal Marquis Is The Brand's Newest Expression

Canadian whisky is a popular spirits category that has its fair share of fans all over the world, and Crown Royal is nearly ubiquitous here in the States. Crown Royal Marquis, a new expression from the famed whisky brand, is slowly rolling out in select locales, and CASSIUS had the honor of trying it out. Back in May, I had the privilege of experiencing Crown Royal's new Marquis expression, which takes its classic Canadian whisky and finishes the liquid in Caribbean casks that previously held rum. This style of finishing is growing as brands are looking to build upon their existing expressions. Source: Crown Royal Before we get into the tasting experience, allow me to share what I've learned in my brief time with the brand and the Marquis collection of cocktails. First, we should explain that rum, unlike whisky and bourbon, is made from sugar versus grain. Some rums in the Caribbean are crafted from molasses, and the terroir of the region impacts aging, flavor, and other factors. It isn't known which rum brand barrel Crown Royal employed for its finishing, but it is very noticeable on the nose. Source: D.L. Chandler Marquis was launched last month in Georgia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and at select military bases, making this a coveted expression among Crown Royal fans. I shared with some colleagues regarding my experience with Marquis and was met with requisite envy. Source: D.L. Chandler On behalf of the brand, I attended the Souled Out Dates Three Year Anniversary, which was sponsored by Crown Royal Marquis. The well-attended day party was hosted at the outdoor venue, The Bullpen DC, and boasted near or around 3,000 guests, along with local sports stars who joined the partygoers. Sounds were provided by a rotating panel of DJs, including DJ Showcase and DJ PeeWee. Source: D.L. Chandler The bartenders at Bullpen employed Marquis in cocktails, including a frozen version of the Marquis Moment that was perfect for the warm temperature of the day. I also took a moment to sample the whisky on its own, and I was grabbed by familiar rum flavors, which complemented Crown Royal's delightful baking spice notes. Source: Crown Royal Marquis / Crown Royal As some might know who read this space, my column aims to educate others and myself about the history and creation of cocktails. Source: Crown Royal Last month, the USBG (United States Bartender Guild) Presents World Class Sponsored By DIAGEO event brought together several dozen bartenders, industry professionals, and more to Atlanta in the city's Buckhead neighborhood. World Class is billed as one of the leading bartending competitions in the States while providing spaces for education and training with the assistance of the Diageo Bar Academy. Source: D.L. Chandler Until this trip, I was unaware of the World Class event, now in its 13th year, or the United States Bar Guild. However, the spirit of the event was on full display at the Top 10 Dinner sponsored by Crown Royal Marquis at Unknown, which featured 10 of the finalists for World Class. What was brilliant to see in real time was the support and sense of community among the bartenders, and for curious outsiders like me, the competitors couldn't have been more inviting. Source: D.L. Chandler The Top 10 Dinner also featured Caribbean-inspired cuisine paired with cocktails made with Marquis. Here again, I tasted the whisky neat next to some of Crown Royal's other offerings. A neighboring afterparty was amazingly festive, and plenty of Marquis was poured before the night ended far too soon. Source: D.L. Chandler I only had enough time to attend one day of World Class, and Diageo pulled out all the stops by featuring other brands from its vast portfolio in dazzling activations hosted by knowledgeable brand ambassadors and bartenders who graciously talked shop to anyone who asked. Again, the familial aspect of the event was striking to see, as I'm not privy to how service workers, especially in the bar industry, show solidarity. I also had sort of a foreshadowing experience. More on that in a moment. Source: Crown Royal My visit ended on a high note at the Crown Royal Marquis Atlanta Launch event, held at Cam Kirk Studios in Atlanta, for a taste of nightlife, a key component of the Marquis concept and became an evening out that transformed from typical to truly unforgettable The venue was packed with revelers who all worked their way to the bar for Crown Royal Marquis cocktails and premium eats from American Deli. Early in the evening, DJ Unruley and local DJ collective Player 99 (Champagne, Cleo, and Thrice Groove) had the party jumping with tunes, and it was certainly wall-to-wall inside the venue. Source: Crown Royal Joe Kay of Soulection closed out the night and delivered a thumping set that must have summoned the storms in the region, but it couldn't dampen anyone's spirits after all the Marquis that was poured. I spoke to several attendees to ask them what they thought of the cocktails, and, without hyperbole, everyone gave high marks to the Marquis Moment. Source: Crown Royal Upon returning home to Washington, I learned that the winner of this year's USBG World Class was Nic Wallace, becoming the 2025 U.S. Bartender of the Year. Wallace, a native of Darien, Ga., stood out to me after I saw him at one of the bar stations at USBG demonstrating his ability. Source: Crown Royal Harkening back to what I said earlier, Wallace, impeccably dressed and coifed, was not unlike watching an artist or musician at work, and his cool confidence was just as evident as his skills with the mixing tin. If I were a gambling man, I would've bet the house on him after what I saw. His cocktail creations for World Class, Soul Of The South, and All Glowed Up helped propel him against some of the nation's best. Source: Crown Royal / Crown Royal Now a 10-year veteran of World Class, Wallace endured the three-day, five-part competition against 29 of his peers and will go on and represent the United States at the Global Finals in Toronto this fall. 'This was my chance to represent Georgia—Atlanta, specifically—as the only competitor from the state. I had to show up and bring the South home a championship,' Nic Wallace shared in a statement. 'I want to show people that no matter how much you want something, no matter how long it takes—you can get it.' Away from the festive nature of parties and competitions, I can share my further thoughts on the whisky as I continue to figure out the best ways to enjoy the spirit. I'm no Nic Wallace, not yet anyway, but as summer bears down upon us, I can see how Crown Royal Marquis will bring balance to fruit-forward cocktails, or as a replacement in classics that call for whiskey. Also, considering my Caribbean roots, Marquis speaks to me in ways that other whiskies cannot. My thanks are eternal to Crown Royal for giving me plenty of Marquis moments of my own. Learn more about Crown Royal Marquis here. Learn more about Diageo here. Learn more about the United States Bartending Guild here. — Photo: Crown Royal Crown Royal Marquis Is The Brand's Latest Expression & We've Tried It Out was originally published on

Bullpen Launches Emerging Fund to Champion the Next Generation of Life Sciences Innovators
Bullpen Launches Emerging Fund to Champion the Next Generation of Life Sciences Innovators

Associated Press

time04-06-2025

  • Business
  • Associated Press

Bullpen Launches Emerging Fund to Champion the Next Generation of Life Sciences Innovators

New investment initiative fuels high-potential startups across biotools, medtech, digital health, and therapeutics. 'BIO Week is our opportunity to strip away the noise and create a space where life science leaders can connect authentically, share candid insights, and forge the partnerships.'— Christiaan Engstrom, CEO of Bullpen. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2025 / / -- Bullpen, a trusted community of life sciences dealmakers, today announced the launch of its Bullpen Emerging Fund, a bold initiative designed to back mission-driven startups that are redefining the future of health. Through capital investment, deep mentorship, and access to a close-knit network of expert operators and investors, the fund aims to turn today's early-stage breakthroughs into tomorrow's clinical realities. The Emerging Fund, available to accredited investors, invests in standout companies selected for Bullpen's On-Deck class—founders chosen not only for their science but for their grit, vision, and purpose. The 2025 cohort includes: - Chandima Bandaranayaka, CEO: Precision Quantomics, accelerating drug discovery and personalized pharmacotherapy through high-resolution molecular profiling. - David Mead, CEO: Terra Bioforge, harnessing synthetic biology to streamline biological production and accelerate therapeutic development. - Doug Cohen, CEO: IR Medtek, developing real-time, noninvasive cancer detection technologies that improve early diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Harsha Rajasimha, CEO: Jeeva Clinical Trials, delivering decentralized trial software that enhances patient access, retention, and diversity in clinical research. - Linda Tempelman, CEO: Persista Bio, advancing cell therapy solutions for chronic diseases, including a novel approach to treating Type 1 diabetes. Each of these founders will pitch during Bullpen's 'Money Ball' sessions, June 16–18 at BIO International, to an audience of mission-aligned investors and partners. More than a moment on stage, these pitches represent the culmination of rigorous preparation and the start of a meaningful growth journey. 'Bullpen was built on a simple idea: if you bring the right people together in the right way, the outcomes take care of themselves. BIO Week is our opportunity to strip away the noise and create a space where life science leaders can connect authentically, share candid insights, and forge the partnerships that will move this industry forward,' said Christiaan Engstrom, CEO of Bullpen. Further information on the Bullpen Emerging Fund may be obtained from Ray Jordan, managing director, Putnam Insights LLC, and initial investor in the fund through Elmstead Partners LLC. Jordan may be reached at [email protected]. Expert Coaching to Catalyze Success Behind each founder is a seasoned mentor: - Michael Hill, Global Head of Science Innovations, MedTech Head Coach, with a legacy of scaling clinical tools from bench to bedside. - Stella Vnook, CEO of Likarda and Therapies Head Coach, a biotech operator with deep experience in moving science-backed products through commercial launch. - John Bonham-Carter, BioTools Head Coach and angel investor, guiding early-stage science into successful enterprise with strategic insight and operational depth. Throughout the week, Bullpen will host engaging programming across Boston innovation hubs like Portal Innovations, SmartLabs, and EPAM Continuum. Key agenda highlights include: Agenda Highlights Include: - Investor interviews with leaders from Novo Nordisk, Cincytech, DigitalDx, Mayo Clinic, Riverside Partners, and others, with open Q&A in the Press Room following each session. - Thematic forums exploring pivotal industry issues such as: - AI in Healthcare: Exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping patient care and discovery. - Patient Access: Breaking down barriers to get therapies to those who need them most. - Tech Transfer: Bridging academic science and commercial application. - Rare Disease: Elevating patient voices and rare innovation journeys. - Global Forums: Perspectives from Japan, Korea, Canada, and Australia spotlighting international innovation. - Women in VC and venture insights sessions, giving voice to underrepresented perspectives in capital formation and funding trends. As BIO Week wraps, Bullpen leaves behind more than a schedule, it strengthens a movement. One that champions science, centers people, and dares to do things differently. With the Emerging Fund as its catalyst, Bullpen is helping the next generation of health innovators go further, faster. About Bullpen: Founded on the mantra Find Someone to Help. Repeat., Bullpen is a volunteer-led, member-driven network designed to foster meaningful connections and accelerate innovation in life sciences. With no booths or sales pitches, Bullpen cultivates a space where authentic conversation drives real outcomes. Its members include public and private company leaders, VCs, strategics, accelerators, and non-profit executives dedicated to building the future of health. Media Inquiries: Madelyn De Los Santos Putnam Insights email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. 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