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Elle
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Tracee Ellis Ross Is All About This Subtle Netted Accessory
THE RUNDOWN Tracee Ellis Ross is one of the undefeated street-style champions of our time. In just one week, the High Note actress has turned out a series of impeccable looks, including an A-line tent dress from Givenchy made entirely of leather and a more sculptural look from independent designer LII. This morning, Ross was spotted on the streets of New York City, headed to an appearance on The Today Show in fresh-off-the-runway Jacquemus, styled by her longtime collaborator Karla Welch. The sweeping blue-and-white-striped look effortlessly embodied the oceanside breeze you'd enjoy while summering in the south of France—exactly as the spring 2026 collection intended to do. (The pieces were inspired by designer Simon Porte Jacquemus's peasant-farmer heritage in the region.) To add a further pop of color, Ross enlisted her longtime and legendary hairstylist Chuck Amos for a cobalt fishnet-covered slicked-back bun. The duo has recently been obsessed with the neon-netted chignon cover, pairing teal with a recent Khaite look, and for the LII dress, cherry red that matched the soles of her white Louboutins. On Instagram, the actress joked that it was the theme of the week, even captioning one photo dump: 'I did a lot of fish-netting around the apple.'
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lennox International Stock: Is LII Underperforming the Industrials Sector?
Richardson, Texas-based Lennox International Inc. (LII) designs, manufactures, and markets products for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration markets in the United States and internationally. With a market cap of $20.2 billion, the company sells its products and services through direct sales, distributors, and company-owned parts and supplies stores. Companies worth $10 billion or more are generally described as 'large-cap stocks,' and LII fits right into that category, with its market cap exceeding this threshold, reflecting its substantial size and influence in the building products & equipment industry. Tesla's Robotaxis Reportedly Sped and Veered Into the Wrong Lanes. Does This Crush the Bull Case for TSLA Stock? Dear Micron Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for June 25 Warren Buffett Warns 'Thumbsucking' is 'the Cardinal Sin' in Business Because It's 'Delaying the Correction of Mistakes' Stop Missing Market Moves: Get the FREE Barchart Brief – your midday dose of stock movers, trending sectors, and actionable trade ideas, delivered right to your inbox. Sign Up Now! However, the company is currently trading 17.2% below its 52-week high of $682.50 met on Nov. 25, 2024. Over the past three months, LII stock has declined 3.9%, underperforming the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund's (XLI) 6.9% rise during the same time frame. LII stock has declined 7.3% on a YTD basis, underperforming XLI's 9.1% rise in 2025. Moreover, LII has grown 5.2% over the past 52 weeks, underperforming XLI's 17.8% rally. LII stock has been trading below its 200-day moving average since late May and above its 50-day moving average since late June. LII shares declined 9% following the release of its Q1 earnings on Apr. 23. The company's revenue came in at $1.1 billion, surpassing Wall Street forecasts of $1 billion. Moreover, its adjusted EPS of $3.37 surpassed the consensus estimates by 3.7%. Looking ahead, LII expects full-year adjusted EPS in the range of $22.25 to $23.50. Its rival, Carrier Global Corporation (CARR), has grown 6.1% in 2025 and 13.3% over the past year, outperforming the stock. Among the 17 analysts covering the LII stock, the consensus rating is a 'Hold.' Its mean price target of $577.67 suggests a modest 2.2% upside potential from current price levels. On the date of publication, Kritika Sarmah did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
5 Must-Read Analyst Questions From Lennox's Q1 Earnings Call
Lennox's first quarter results were marked by ongoing transitions in its product lineup and significant external cost pressures. While revenue and non-GAAP earnings per share both exceeded Wall Street expectations, the market responded negatively, reflecting concerns over margin compression and supply chain challenges. Management attributed the 140 basis point decline in operating margin primarily to higher input costs from new tariffs and inefficiencies tied to the regulatory shift to low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants. CEO Alok Maskara explained, 'BSC margins were impacted due to short-term inefficiencies related to the manufacturing transition and new factory start-up,' highlighting that much of the margin pressure was expected and internal in nature. Is now the time to buy LII? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Revenue: $1.07 billion vs analyst estimates of $1.03 billion (2.4% year-on-year growth, 4.6% beat) Adjusted EPS: $3.37 vs analyst estimates of $3.25 (3.6% beat) Management slightly raised its full-year Adjusted EPS guidance to $22.88 at the midpoint Operating Margin: 14.5%, down from 15.9% in the same quarter last year Organic Revenue rose 2.4% year on year (4.2% in the same quarter last year) Market Capitalization: $19.3 billion While we enjoy listening to the management's commentary, our favorite part of earnings calls are the analyst questions. Those are unscripted and can often highlight topics that management teams would rather avoid or topics where the answer is complicated. Here is what has caught our attention. Ryan Merkel (William Blair) asked about commercial order delays and whether the worst was over. CEO Alok Maskara responded that order rates had improved and most inefficiencies were likely a one-time event, though some challenges may persist into the second quarter. Tommy Moll (Stephens) pressed on the rationale for lowering volume assumptions and the timing of price increases. Maskara clarified that the company had not yet seen a slowdown, but built conservatism into the outlook due to macroeconomic uncertainty and tariff impacts. Joe O'Dea (Wells Fargo) inquired about the inflation guidance increase and how pricing would respond if tariffs changed. CFO Quenzer explained that recent surcharges could be rolled back if tariff rates were reduced, and that much of the inflation was driven by Chinese component costs. Julian Mitchell (Barclays) questioned the operating margin trajectory and how volume and pricing changes would balance out. Management reiterated that margin improvement would be driven by internal operational fixes, and that tariff-related price increases were expected to roughly offset volume declines. Steve Tusa (JPMorgan) sought clarification on the impact of refrigerant shortages and whether recent price hikes from suppliers would affect volumes. Maskara stated Lennox had no supply issues for production, and the shortages were limited to service canisters, not expected to impact overall demand. In the coming quarters, the StockStory team will monitor (1) the effectiveness of tariff mitigation efforts and the potential for any easing in trade policy, (2) the pace at which manufacturing inefficiencies are resolved as new product lines and factories mature, and (3) signs of demand stabilization or recovery in both Home Comfort and Building Climate Solutions segments, particularly as the emergency replacement business expands. The adoption rate of new digital and supply chain initiatives will also be a key area of focus. Lennox currently trades at $543.96, down from $558.85 just before the earnings. At this price, is it a buy or sell? Find out in our full research report (it's free). The market surged in 2024 and reached record highs after Donald Trump's presidential victory in November, but questions about new economic policies are adding much uncertainty for 2025. While the crowd speculates what might happen next, we're homing in on the companies that can succeed regardless of the political or macroeconomic environment. Put yourself in the driver's seat and build a durable portfolio by checking out our Top 9 Market-Beating Stocks. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 183% over the last five years (as of March 31st 2025). Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,545% between March 2020 and March 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-small-cap company Comfort Systems (+782% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today.
Globe and Mail
15-06-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
These 3 Stocks Are Buying Back Billions in Shares
As market volatility and sector rotations persist in 2025, companies sitting on strong balance sheets are leaning into one of the most shareholder-friendly strategies available: stock buybacks. A wave of fresh repurchase authorizations has hit the tape in recent weeks, signaling confidence from management teams about the future of their businesses and the current undervaluation of their stocks. These announcements are especially notable in the current environment, where selective value and capital return are once again top priorities for investors. Multiple large-cap stocks just announced significant buyback programs. Among them is one of the hottest consumer discretionary names over the past few years. It now has buyback capacity equal to nearly 16% of its market cap, and its shares are down massively from highs. This suggests the company is highly confident in the ability of its shares to perform well going forward. LII: Strong Mid-Term Industrials Performer Boosting Buybacks and Dividends [content-module:CompanyOverview|NYSE:LII] First up is Lennox International (NYSE: LII), an approximately $20 billion player in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration space. On May 22, the company announced an increase to its buyback capacity of $1 billion, bringing its total capacity to just under $1.3 billion. As of the May 30 close, this is equal to about 6.4% of the company's market capitalization. In addition, the company announced a very notable 13% increase to its quarterly dividend. The next $1.30 per share dividend will be payable on July 15 to shareholders of record on June 30. This gives the stock an indicated dividend yield of 0.9%. Despite achieving relatively moderate sales growth over the last couple of years, Lennox has been a standout performer. Since the end of 2022, the stock has provided a total return of nearly 142% as of the May 30 close. The company's operating margin expanded significantly from around 14% in 2022 to nearly 19.5% in 2024. Its full-year adjusted earnings per share (EPS) grew by 54% over this period, supporting the rise in shares. DECK: Ups Repurchase Capacity After Quarter of Record Buybacks [content-module:CompanyOverview|NYSE:DECK] Next up is one of the most talked-about consumer discretionary stocks over the past several years, Deckers Outdoor (NYSE: DECK). From the beginning of 2022 to Jan. 30, 2025, the stock gained approximately 265%. However, since then, the trajectory of the Hoka shoemaker's stock has pointed straight down. From that all-time high in January, the stock is down approximately 53% as of the May 30 close. The company's recent share repurchase authorization announcement indicates that it may be looking to take advantage of this huge fall from grace. On May 22, along with its fiscal Q4 2025 results, Deckers announced it had increased its buyback authorization to approximately $2.5 billion. This equates to an absolutely massive 15.8% of the company's market capitalization as of the May 30 close. This gives the company a huge ability to decrease its outstanding share count and provide a large tailwind to its EPS. The company already stepped up its buybacks in a big way in calendar Q1 as the huge drop in shares began to manifest. The company spent $266 million on repurchases, by far the highest amount in a single quarter in its history. In Q4, when shares were nearing their peak, the company spent just $50 million on buybacks. This buyback authorization suggests the firm may be looking to step up repurchases even further. Decker's cash balance of just under $1.9 billion, while only having $277 million in debt, gives it a very strong ability to do so. Adding to this ability is the fact that the company is relatively frugal when it comes to capital expenditures, spending an average of just $22 million over the last four quarters. TS: Robust Balance Sheet, 5% Dividend, Substantial Buyback Capacity [content-module:CompanyOverview|NYSE:TS] Last up is Tenaris (NYSE: TS). The large-cap steel pipe supplier for oil and gas companies recently approved a substantial new share repurchase program, valued at $1.2 billion. As of the May 30 close, this number is equal to approximately 6.7% of the company's market capitalization. Tenaris also has a very strong dividend yield of just under 5%. Tenaris first started buying back shares at the beginning of 2024. The company has been making notable use of buybacks since, spending an average of $315 million on repurchases per quarter. This buyback pace suggests it could use its full capacity over the next 12 months. Tenaris remains in a very strong position to continue this buyback pace if it chooses. It ended last quarter with a net cash balance of $4 billion and generated free cash flow of over $2.1 billion in the last 12 months. Thus, if operating results remain similar going forward, the company could execute its full buyback capacity without reducing its cash reserves. Overall, these three firms are reiterating their commitment to returning capital to shareholders through their new buyback authorization. Deckers stands out due to the dramatic fall in its share price and its gigantic buyback authorization. Where Should You Invest $1,000 Right Now? Before you make your next trade, you'll want to hear this. MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. Our team has identified the five stocks that top analysts are quietly whispering to their clients to buy now before the broader market catches on... and none of the big name stocks were on the list. 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Time of India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
What is Habeas Corpus? What would happen if it were suspended
On Friday, Stephen Miller, a top White House adviser, announced that the is considering suspending the writ of , the legal right to challenge one's detention. 'The constitution is clear, and that, of course, is the supreme law of the land, that the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus could be suspended in time of invasion. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now So that's an option we're actively looking at. A lot of it depends on whether the courts do the right thing or not,' Miller said to a group of reporters at the White House. What is Habeas Corpus? Habeas Corpus is a Latin word meaning which literally means 'to have the body of'. It is a legal principle requiring someone in custody to be brought before a court to determine the legality of their detention. It's essentially a "you should have the body" legal order, guaranteeing a person's right to personal liberty and a judicial review of their detention. If habeas corpus were suspended, individuals could be detained without a court hearing, potentially leading to widespread abuses of power and a loss of fundamental legal protections. To put it in simpler words – habeas corpus is a legal principle that ensures someone being held in custody or imprisoned is brought before a judge to determine if their detention is lawful. This legal procedure ensures that individuals detained by the state or by another person are brought before a court. The court then determines whether there is a lawful basis for the detention. If the detention is found to be unlawful, the individual must be released. Habeas corpus, basically, is a safeguard against unlawful imprisonment, meaning if someone is imprisoned without proper legal justification, they can use habeas corpus to seek release. What is the consequence of suspending habeas corpus? Suspending habeas corpus means the government can detain individuals without formally charging them, effectively circumventing a fundamental right to due process. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This can lead to prolonged detention without legal justification and abuse of power. Key notes: Suspension of habeas corpus : The Suspension Clause of the U.S. Constitution allows for the suspension of habeas corpus in cases of rebellion or invasion, according to the LII/Legal Information Institute. However, the power to suspend habeas corpus is not without limitations and has been the subject of debate and legal challenge. Consequences of suspension: If habeas corpus were suspended, individuals could be detained indefinitely without any legal review, potentially leading to arbitrary arrests and prolonged confinement without a just cause. This would undermine fundamental legal protections and open the door to potential abuse of power. Now, the consequences can be categorized as well: Lack of due process: Individuals detained without habeas corpus are deprived of their right to challenge the legality of their detention in court. Potential for abuse: It can be used to suppress dissent or silence political opponents, as seen in historical examples like the US Civil War. Increased risk of unlawful detention: Without the oversight of the courts, there's a greater risk of individuals being detained indefinitely or for flimsy reasons. Legal challenges: Any attempt to suspend habeas corpus would likely face legal challenges and be subject to judicial scrutiny. The courts would be tasked with determining whether the conditions for suspension had been met and whether the suspension was properly applied. Historical context: The suspension clause of habeas corpus of the says: 'The Privilege of the Writ of Habeas Corpus shall not be suspended, unless when in Cases of Rebellion or Invasion the public Safety may require it.' The writ of habeas corpus has only been suspended four times in US history, most notably by Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War. It was also suspended during efforts to fight the Ku Klux Klan in the 19th century in South Carolina, in the Philippines in 1905, and in Hawaii after Pearl Harbor. The Trump administration has already tested the limits of executive power by invoking the 1789 Alien Enemies Act to deport alleged gang members from Venezuela. But federal judges, including a Trump appointee, ruled those actions unlawful, stating the administration had not proven the US was under invasion. It goes without saying, suspending habeas corpus would be an extremely aggressive move that would dramatically escalate the Trump administration's efforts to attack the rule of law in American courts as it tries to deport people without giving them a chance to challenge the basis of their removals. Wake Up at 3:30 AM? Here's What Happens to Your Body – Sadhguru Explains
