General Mills to sell North American yogurt business to French dairy companies for $2.1 billion

Hillman Solutions (NASDAQ:HLMN) reported Q2 FY2025 GAAP revenue of $402.8 million, exceeding estimates of $389.8 million, with adjusted EPS of $0.17 surpassing the $0.14 forecast. Despite a 6.2% increase in net sales and strong customer relationships, the company faces challenges with free cash flow and customer concentration, primarily relying on major retailers like Home Depot and Lowe’s. Want More Context? 🔎

Things are worsening for UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), with a significant drop in stock value—losing half its worth in 2025—amid poor financial results, a CEO change, and a Department of Justice investigation. Following a disappointing earnings report, the stock's future remains uncertain, prompting questions about whether it is best to avoid or consider as a contrarian investment. Want More Context? 🔎

DuPont de Nemours (NYSE:DD) reported Q2 2025 earnings on August 5, achieving adjusted EPS of $1.12, exceeding expectations, and GAAP revenue of $3,257 million, slightly above consensus. The company experienced significant growth in its electronics and healthcare segments, prompting management to raise full-year guidance despite a GAAP goodwill impairment in its Aramids business. Want More Context? 🔎

Inflation has recently shown signs of rising again, with core inflation hitting 2.7% in June, exceeding the Federal Reserve's 2% target, which is impacting companies and consumers. Electric vehicle manufacturers, including Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA), face challenges from tariffs and rising inflation, potentially affecting their stock if the trend continues. Want More Context? 🔎

Chevron (NYSE: CVX) reported lower earnings for the second quarter but experienced a significant increase in cash flow, allowing for substantial shareholder returns. With expected cash flow growth through 2026 and beyond, Chevron is positioned as a top oil stock for long-term investment. Want More Context? 🔎

Williams Companies (NYSE:WMB) reported strong Q2 2025 results with GAAP revenue of $2.78 billion, surpassing expectations, though non-GAAP EPS of $0.46 fell short by $0.02. The company achieved growth in cash flow and adjusted EBITDA, completed multiple projects, and raised its annual dividend to $2.00, reflecting solid operational performance despite rising costs. Want More Context? 🔎