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GMA Network
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Kiss The Bride vinyl honors late Pinoy Jazz icon
Article Inside Page Kiss The Bride vinyl LP release features an eclectic mix of their rearranged originals, which doubles as a timely homage to their former bandmate, friend, and percussionist, Uly Avante. After close to 16 years, more than 40 original songs, and countless live performances, the members of Kiss The Bride are still making beautiful music together. The brainchild of keyboardist/composer Tony Razon, acclaimed fusion guitarist Joey Puyat, and band manager Cecile Rodgers, Kiss the Bride has probably the best survival rate of any Filipino jazz fusion group. Notwithstanding the pandemic that pushed the 'pause' button on live gigs, the band has consistently been doing live performances and recordings since its inception in 2009. Despite a revolving chair of musical personnel over the past years, Kiss The Bride's current lineup includes Cecile Rodgers (synth), Otep Concepcion (drums/percs), Julius Lopez (bass), Stephen Lachica (bass), Fernando Mendoza (drums), Mel Torre and Arla Concepcion (vocals). Defying jazz tradition, the group refuses to be typecast in the 'smooth jazz' mold, fusing their deft improvisational skills over a backdrop of blues, funk, Brazilian, Mediterranean and even pop/RnB influences. Their latest labor of love, a Vinyl LP release featuring an eclectic mix of their rearranged originals, doubles as a timely homage to their former bandmate, friend, and percussionist, Uly Avante, who passed away in May 2017. A consummate session musician whose discography reads like a who's who of the local recording industry, Uly had already honed his chops in various fusion outfits (including Mother Earth, Hourglass and Phase Two) before he became a mainstay of the legendary Circus Band, and eventually became an indispensable ensemble player for the likes of top-caliber jazz performers such as Boy Katindig, Bong Peñera, Tadao Hayashi, Tots Tolentino, Rudy Lozano, among others. Despite his jazz roots, Uly was equally adept playing pop gigs, earning his rep as a first-call session man for some of the country's biggest pop icons such as Gary Valenciano, Regine Velasquez and Zsa Zsa Padilla. Joey and Uly were long-time bandmates, starting from way back during their college years when they figured in many band settings together, and coming full circle as they rekindled their rare musical chemistry in Kiss The Bride. 'Uly added that special spark to the music that we constantly miss in our gigs. That he was a kind, funny, and true friend as well makes him even more irreplaceable. Uly was simply one of a kind,' Joey fondly reminisces. Interestingly, the Kiss The Bride vinyl release (succinctly named 'KTB') is much more than just a repackaged collection. Joey elaborates, 'This endeavor is special as we pay tribute to Uly and his unique talent and expertise in percussion playing. I just felt that he had to be in it! So instead of getting someone else to play his parts, I decided that Uly's previously recorded tracks would be used while updating the other instrumental tracks with fresh solos and tweaked arrangements to give the music a more contemporary feel.' 'Because the music of KTB is based on set patterns overlaid with jazz-influenced improvisation, rearrangements of these tunes were needed to allow for fresh solos that would be different, but similar enough so that Uly's original tracks could be retained in their original recorded form.' The Vinyl LP release holds an even deeper significance as it reflects Joey and Uly's shared passion for records. He adds, 'Because Uly and I were vinyl aficionados since our school days, it was easy to decide that a vinyl release would reflect our common musical passion. From a personal viewpoint, I have always loved the experience afforded by vinyl. The pleasure in the listening experience is heightened when our music is heard in this format--with real floor-standing speakers instead of headphones, earplugs.' Related gallery: Celebrity deaths 2025: Actors, singers we've lost The KTB LP is a self-produced album in collaboration with Backspacer Records and will be on a limited run of 150 copies. Distribution is exclusively done by Backspacer Records via their physical store and through their online website. As part of their promotional efforts for the record, the band embarked on a limited bar tour, which kicked off last July 4 at Tago Jazz (Cubao, Quezon City), and which will have its second leg on July 18 at the 78-45-33 jazz bar in Salcedo Village (Makati City). Looking ahead, Joey remains optimistic for the future of Kiss The Bride and their ever-growing audience. He shares, 'The band has evolved significantly since our early days in 2009 when we were playing purely original music. We feel the reason we are still here today is because we constantly and consciously adapt to the changing tides of music that influence the attitudes and taste of the listening public.' 'Our countless live performances in various venues have given us the opportunity to listen to our audience as much and as eagerly as we invite them into our own musical world.'
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jim Cramer on Kontoor Brands: 'Just Completed a Dynamite Acquisition'
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) is one of the 25 stocks Jim Cramer recently shared insights on. During the episode, Cramer made quite positive comments on the company's acquisition of Helly Hansen. 'Let me give you another one that has a 3% yield, has just completed a dynamite acquisition. Kontoor Brands, the maker of Wrangler and Lee jeans, which did miss the quarter not that long ago, but bear with me here… Helly Hansen's, that's a fantastic clothing brand, just purchased by Kontoor Brands. A view of a designer staff in front of a studio with lifestyle apparel they designed. Kontoor (NYSE:KTB) is a lifestyle apparel company that designs, markets, and distributes denim, apparel, footwear, and accessories primarily under the Wrangler, Lee, and Rock & Republic brands. While we acknowledge the potential of KTB as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: The Best and Worst Dow Stocks for the Next 12 Months and 10 Unstoppable Stocks That Could Double Your Money. Disclosure: None.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
4 Discretionary Stocks to Buy as Inflation Continues to Cool
Inflation is finally showing signs of cooling, and consumer spending is increasing. The Commerce Department reported on Friday that inflation rose only slightly in April, a positive sign for the economy after it contracted in the first quarter of 2025. President Donald Trump's tariffs, which were announced in early April, have been put on hold as trade negotiations with several countries are ongoing. Also, consumer confidence rebounded in May, indicating that people now have more faith in the economy's prospects. Given the positive sentiment, it would be prudent to invest in consumer discretionary stocks such as Interface, Inc. TILE, Kontoor Brands, Inc. KTB, GDEV Inc. GDEV and Netflix, Inc. NFLX. These stocks have seen positive earnings estimate revisions in the last 60 days. Each of our picks carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. The Commerce Department reported that in April, the personal consumption expenditure (PCE) index, the Federal Reserve's key inflation gauge, rose 0.1% sequentially and 2.1% from year-ago levels, after increasing 2.3% in March. Core PCE, which strips out the volatile food and energy components, rose 0.1% month over month in April and 2.5% from the year-ago levels, the smallest advance since March 2021. The Federal Reserve tracks PCE for its 2% inflation target. April's reading suggests inflation is on track to meet the Fed's target. Consumer spending slowed in April but still increased 0.2% month over month. Personal income also rose 0.8% sequentially in April. Inflation has been showing signs of cooling over the past few months. However, sweeping tariffs announced by Trump in early April rattled Wall Street as concerns grew that higher import duties could trigger inflation and push the economy into a recession. However, those fears have subsided over the past month after the tariffs were temporarily paused and the United States initiated trade talks with several countries, including China. The White House also announced a trade deal with the UK last month. Slowing inflation and fading trade war fears have raised hopes that the Federal Reserve could soon resume its rate cuts. Also, higher personal income and consumer spending signal a resilient economy. Given the positive sentiment, it would be ideal to invest in consumer discretionary stocks. Interface, Inc. is the world's largest manufacturer of modular carpets, which it markets under the Interface and FLOR brands. TILE is committed to the goal of sustainability and doing business in ways that minimize the impact on the environment while enhancing shareholder value. Interface's expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 8.2%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved by 2.6% over the past 60 days. TILE presently has a Zacks Rank #2. Kontoor Brands, Inc. is an apparel company. KTB designs, manufactures and distributes products. KTB's brand consists of Wrangler, Lee and Rock & Republic. Kontoor Brands Inc. is based in Greensboro. Kontoor Brands' expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 9.6%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 2.9% over the past 60 days. KTB currently carries a Zacks Rank #2. GDEV Inc. is a gaming and entertainment powerhouse, focused on growing and enhancing its portfolio of studios. GDEV's diverse range of subsidiaries, including Nexters, Cubic Games, Dragon Machines and more. GDEV's expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 58%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 21.8% over the past 60 days. GDEV currently carries a Zacks Rank #2. Netflix, Inc. is considered a pioneer in the streaming space. NFLX has been spending aggressively on building its portfolio of original shows. This is helping Netflix sustain its leading position despite the launch of new services like Disney+ and Apple TV+, as well as existing services like Amazon Prime Video. Netflix's expected earnings growth rate for the current year is 27.7%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 3% over the past 60 days. NFLX currently carries a Zacks Rank #2. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) : Free Stock Analysis Report Interface, Inc. (TILE) : Free Stock Analysis Report Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) : Free Stock Analysis Report GDEV Inc. (GDEV) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research 擷取數據時發生錯誤 登入存取你的投資組合 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kontoor (KTB) is an Incredible Growth Stock: 3 Reasons Why
Growth stocks are attractive to many investors, as above-average financial growth helps these stocks easily grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a growth stock that can live up to its true potential can be a tough task. By their very nature, these stocks carry above-average risk and volatility. Moreover, if a company's growth story is over or nearing its end, betting on it could lead to significant loss. However, the task of finding cutting-edge growth stocks is made easy with the help of the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which looks beyond the traditional growth attributes to analyze a company's real growth prospects. Kontoor Brands (KTB) is on the list of such stocks currently recommended by our proprietary system. In addition to a favorable Growth Score, it carries a top Zacks Rank. Research shows that stocks carrying the best growth features consistently beat the market. And returns are even better for stocks that possess the combination of a Growth Score of A or B and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy). While there are numerous reasons why the stock of this maker of Wrangler and Lee apparel is a great growth pick right now, we have highlighted three of the most important factors below: Earnings growth is arguably the most important factor, as stocks exhibiting exceptionally surging profit levels tend to attract the attention of most investors. For growth investors, double-digit earnings growth is highly preferable, as it is often perceived as an indication of strong prospects (and stock price gains) for the company under consideration. While the historical EPS growth rate for Kontoor is 13.6%, investors should actually focus on the projected growth. The company's EPS is expected to grow 9.5% this year, crushing the industry average, which calls for EPS growth of 1.8%. Growth investors often overlook asset utilization ratio, also known as sales-to-total-assets (S/TA) ratio, but it is an important feature of a real growth stock. This metric shows how efficiently a firm is utilizing its assets to generate sales. Right now, Kontoor has an S/TA ratio of 1.58, which means that the company gets $1.58 in sales for each dollar in assets. Comparing this to the industry average of 1.19, it can be said that the company is more efficient. In addition to efficiency in generating sales, sales growth plays an important role. And Kontoor is well positioned from a sales growth perspective too. The company's sales are expected to grow 1.1% this year versus the industry average of 0.8%. Beyond the metrics outlined above, investors should consider the trend in earnings estimate revisions. A positive trend is a plus here. Empirical research shows that there is a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements. The current-year earnings estimates for Kontoor have been revising upward. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has surged 2.9% over the past month. While the overall earnings estimate revisions have made Kontoor a Zacks Rank #2 stock, it has earned itself a Growth Score of B based on a number of factors, including the ones discussed above. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. This combination indicates that Kontoor is a potential outperformer and a solid choice for growth investors. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Why Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) Could Be Worth Watching
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a significant share price rise of 21% in the past couple of months on the NYSE. While good news for shareholders, the company has traded much higher in the past year. With many analysts covering the mid-cap stock, we may expect any price-sensitive announcements have already been factored into the stock's share price. However, could the stock still be trading at a relatively cheap price? Let's take a look at Kontoor Brands's outlook and value based on the most recent financial data to see if the opportunity still exists. We've discovered 3 warning signs about Kontoor Brands. View them for free. The share price seems sensible at the moment according to our price multiple model, where we compare the company's price-to-earnings ratio to the industry average. We've used the price-to-earnings ratio in this instance because there's not enough visibility to forecast its cash flows. The stock's ratio of 14.27x is currently trading slightly below its industry peers' ratio of 14.63x, which means if you buy Kontoor Brands today, you'd be paying a reasonable price for it. And if you believe Kontoor Brands should be trading in this range, then there isn't much room for the share price to grow beyond the levels of other industry peers over the long-term. Furthermore, it seems like Kontoor Brands's share price is quite stable, which means there may be less chances to buy low in the future now that it's priced similarly to industry peers. This is because the stock is less volatile than the wider market given its low beta. See our latest analysis for Kontoor Brands Future outlook is an important aspect when you're looking at buying a stock, especially if you are an investor looking for growth in your portfolio. Although value investors would argue that it's the intrinsic value relative to the price that matter the most, a more compelling investment thesis would be high growth potential at a cheap price. Though in the case of Kontoor Brands, it is expected to deliver a negative earnings growth of -0.3%, which doesn't help build up its investment thesis. It appears that risk of future uncertainty is high, at least in the near term. Are you a shareholder? KTB seems priced close to industry peers right now, but given the uncertainty from negative returns in the future, this could be the right time to reduce the risk in your portfolio. Is your current exposure to the stock optimal for your total portfolio? And is the opportunity cost of holding a negative-outlook stock too high? Before you make a decision on KTB, take a look at whether its fundamentals have changed. Are you a potential investor? If you've been keeping tabs on KTB for a while, now may not be the most advantageous time to buy, given it is trading around industry price multiples. This means there's less benefit from mispricing. Furthermore, the negative growth outlook increases the risk of holding the stock. However, there are also other important factors we haven't considered today, which can help gel your views on KTB should the price fluctuate below the industry PE ratio. If you want to dive deeper into Kontoor Brands, you'd also look into what risks it is currently facing. For instance, we've identified 3 warning signs for Kontoor Brands (1 makes us a bit uncomfortable) you should be familiar with. If you are no longer interested in Kontoor Brands, you can use our free platform to see our list of over 50 other stocks with a high growth potential. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Sign in to access your portfolio
