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Yahoo
04-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Energizer (NYSE:ENR) Reports Upbeat Q2, Stock Jumps 10.7%
Battery and lighting company Energizer (NYSE:ENR) reported Q2 CY2025 results beating Wall Street's revenue expectations , with sales up 3.4% year on year to $725.3 million. Its GAAP profit of $2.13 per share increased from -$0.61 in the same quarter last year. Is now the time to buy Energizer? Find out in our full research report. Energizer (ENR) Q2 CY2025 Highlights: Revenue: $725.3 million vs analyst estimates of $703.4 million (3.4% year-on-year growth, 3.1% beat) Adjusted EBITDA: $171.4 million vs analyst estimates of $133.9 million (23.6% margin, 28% beat) EBITDA guidance for the full year is $635 million at the midpoint, above analyst estimates of $623 million Operating Margin: 22.6%, up from 12.5% in the same quarter last year Organic Revenue was flat year on year (1.2% in the same quarter last year) Market Capitalization: $1.60 billion "Three years ago, we launched Project Momentum to restore margins, increase our operational agility, and invest in growth. Our performance this quarter illustrates the benefits of those efforts as we delivered organic top-line growth, strong gross margins and robust earnings. In addition, our business has been further strengthened by our qualification for production credits as a result of our investments and focus on US manufacturing capabilities." said Mark LaVigne, Chief Executive Officer. Company Overview Masterminds behind the viral Energizer Bunny mascot, Energizer (NYSE:ENR) is one of the world's largest manufacturers of batteries. Revenue Growth Reviewing a company's long-term sales performance reveals insights into its quality. Any business can have short-term success, but a top-tier one grows for years. With $2.93 billion in revenue over the past 12 months, Energizer carries some recognizable products but is a mid-sized consumer staples company. Its size could bring disadvantages compared to larger competitors benefiting from better brand awareness and economies of scale. As you can see below, Energizer's demand was weak over the last three years. Its sales fell by 1.1% annually, a rough starting point for our analysis. This quarter, Energizer reported modest year-on-year revenue growth of 3.4% but beat Wall Street's estimates by 3.1%. Looking ahead, sell-side analysts expect revenue to grow 1% over the next 12 months. While this projection implies its newer products will spur better top-line performance, it is still below the sector average. Unless you've been living under a rock, it should be obvious by now that generative AI is going to have a huge impact on how large corporations do business. While Nvidia and AMD are trading close to all-time highs, we prefer a lesser-known (but still profitable) stock benefiting from the rise of AI. Click here to access our free report one of our favorites growth stories. Organic Revenue Growth When analyzing revenue growth, we care most about organic revenue growth. This metric captures a business's performance excluding one-time events such as mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures as well as foreign currency fluctuations. The demand for Energizer's products has barely risen over the last eight quarters. On average, the company's organic sales have been flat. In the latest quarter, Energizer's year on year organic sales were flat. This performance was more or less in line with its historical levels. Key Takeaways from Energizer's Q2 Results We were impressed by how significantly Energizer blew past analysts' gross margin expectations this quarter. We were also excited its EBITDA outperformed Wall Street's estimates by a wide margin. Overall, we think this was a solid quarter with some key areas of upside. The stock traded up 10.7% to $24.49 immediately after reporting. Sure, Energizer had a solid quarter, but if we look at the bigger picture, is this stock a buy? We think that the latest quarter is just one piece of the longer-term business quality puzzle. Quality, when combined with valuation, can help determine if the stock is a buy. We cover that in our actionable full research report which you can read here, it's free. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Adorable Rabbit Zoomies Himself Out Then Falls Into Bed for a Nap
Adorable Rabbit Zoomies Himself Out Then Falls Into Bed for a Nap originally appeared on PetHelpful. Rabbits really like to run. And we mean really run! There is a reason that the Energizer Bunny is a bunny and not a cat or a dog. And, wow, are they fast! They are basically living, breathing, furry little racecars that hop and run around to their heart's content. And as this adorable video shows, watching one of them go is really quite the spectacle to behold. Who needs Formula One when you have a formula bun? Just look at that speed! That is a rabbit on a mission, all right. No one is slowing that adorable creature down. And we also have to note that the grace and precision on display here are nothing short of astounding. Just look at how that fantastic little bunny rabbit takes those corners on a dime, easily making the sharpest of sharp turns without the pace slackening one bit. Without a doubt, this bunny runs like a true champion!And that was only their first lap! Their second lap was just as impressive. But at the conclusion of their second lap around the yard, their run for fun, also known as the zoomies, had come to an end. They were tired and needed to rest. And rest they did, hopping along into their comfy little bed, letting out a big, wide yawn, plopping their little body down and finally catching some much-deserved sleep. As this other video shows, this really fast bunny rabbit is no stranger to unleashing their zoomies in the backyard. Their human has even set up a makeshift obstacle course for them. They have a rather handsome-looking, long bunny house that they can run through, as well as a few small, tunnel-like things strewn throughout the yard. All this definitely gives this little rabbit plenty of stimulating enrichment opportunities to get excited about when they are flying in the backyard. With so much excitement just a hop away, not to mention a very comfortable bed waiting for them back inside the house, this little rabbit has plenty to be excited about each time they go to play in the backyard. No wonder they have such spectacular zoomies! Looking for more PetHelpful updates? Follow us on YouTube for more entertaining videos. Or, share your own adorable pet by submitting a video, and sign up for our newsletter for the latest pet updates and tips. Adorable Rabbit Zoomies Himself Out Then Falls Into Bed for a Nap first appeared on PetHelpful on Jun 18, 2025 This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
Boston Globe
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Their engagement began with two surprise marriage proposals on the same day
Eli Cotton — the friend of a friend she finally agreed to meet after months of hesitating — had turned out to be attractive, attentive, and a surprise. 'I remember seeing them and thinking, ' My god , I'm not prepared,'' the Baltimore native remembers. 'I felt like I was a little out of my game.' Their mutual friend Emily — Matoaka's childhood camp counselor, Eli's then-boss at a Charlestown non-profit — had been trying to set them up for months. Eli was game: 'Nobody likes first dates, but I really do.' The couple brought artichokes to the wedding venue, a food that had become tradition for them on special occasions. They wore flower-shaped pins instead of boutonnieres. Jasmine Jorges Photography/Jasmine Jorges But it took matching on Hinge before Matoaka, who had been wary of dating after a breakup, agreed to meet that Wednesday night. Matoaka remembers Eli asking a 'bajillion questions' over bubble tea and fried chicken at 'I'm usually the person who guides a conversation in my dating life,' she explains. 'I couldn't get one question in.' (When Matoaka debriefed Emily after the date, Emily replied, 'Energizer Bunny, right?') Advertisement 'I am an Energizer Bunny," says Eli, who grew up in Cambridge. 'I'm annoyingly one of those people that wakes up and doesn't need to snooze my alarm.' The questions, Eli chalks up to nerves, 'which was new for me.' The couple had custom suits made by Boston-based 9Tailors — each knew which colors the other had picked, but seeing each other in their full suiting was a total surprise on the wedding day. The dress code for guests was "vibrant and colorful cocktail." Jasmine Jorges Photography/Jasmine Jorges Three hours later, the two embarked across Seaport Boulevard for a stroll along the Harborwalk. 'I want to bring you to my favorite view in Boston,' Matoaka told Eli. Advertisement She stopped at an apartment building by the New England Aquarium. It was a clear night, but the sun had set hours before. They shared a darkened view and a welcomed kiss — with a fortuitous footnote. 'I didn't have the heart to tell her that she brought me to my parents' doorstep,' says Eli. (Eli told Matoaka as they walked to their respective T stops — assuring her that their parents would have been 'genuinely excited' to have accidentally crashed their first date.) The couple had a first look on the rooftop of an apartment building next to City Winery, but also did a first look with their families, who all turned to see the couple enter at the same time. Jasmine Jorges Three days later, they had their second date — tacos at They'd known each other for two weeks when Eli asked Matoaka to be their plus one at a friend's Washington, D.C., wedding. Thanks to a photographer who was 'a little obsessed with us,' says Eli, the new couple received dozens of photos from the dance floor. And 16 days after their first date, Matoaka and Eli exchanged 'I love you''s in her Watertown bedroom. 'And I know that we both knew before that,' Eli says. Eli with their parents Cathy and Harvey Cotton. Blocks from where Eli and Matoaka had shared a kiss on their first date, Eli's grandmother, Jeanne Smith, met her long term partner in 1977. The couple now live in what was once Jeanne's Cambridge home. Jasmine Jorges In January 2020, Matoaka began to chronicle their shared life in a journal. " You're cooking right now... I'm watching you cook, and this is what you're making... and it smells great, " she says, ad-libbing a sample entry. She continued to write, suspecting it was an instinct that the relationship was for the long-run. Advertisement 'I didn't write down the big moments, just the everyday. Those are things you don't remember, and they're the best memories.' Matoaka gave Eli her journal when she proposed one Saturday morning in June 2023. Matoaka and her mother, Jenna Weiss, a seamstress who made a custom chuppah for the ceremony. She also provided the rings the newlyweds exchanged; Matoaka notes they come from a long line of jewelers, and a family ring was a personal "must." Jasmine Jorges It was a quasi-surprise: both partners wanted to propose and a planned vacation and Pride month had narrowed their window to late June. The journal was three-quarters-full when Matoaka recruited Eli's childhood friend, Caroline, to hide a re-bound edition in the new releases stacks (under C for Cotton) at the Cambridge Public Library, where they planned to pick up books before a weekend trip. Eli spotted the journal right away, opening it to a marriage proposal from Matoaka, who watched Eli read the letter and then presented a ring. While an app helped them plan an official first date, the couple attribute the first person that tried to set them up, Emily Grilli-Scott, center, as their true matchmaker. Emily co-officiated the wedding with Eli's childhood rabbi. Jasmine Jorges 'It's a library,' says Eli, 'but anything can happen in the library, obviously.' It was joyfully unexpected, but Eli was, in part, distracted by Caroline hiding in a nearby stack to capture the moment on camera: 'I played it really cool because I was like, 'My god, you're supposed to be at my apartment setting up my proposal !'' Related : Unaware of Mataoka's plans, Eli had asked Caroline to prep the couple's Cambridge apartment while they were out. Eli rushed to open the front door first and took a knee when they, relieved, found the pair's well-used Scrabble board set up to spell out 'Will you marry me?' (Caroline had recruited another friend, Maddie, to sub in for her.) Getting engaged and married during Pride Month was important to the couple; as was hiring queer- or people of color-owned businesses and vendors for their wedding. This included coordination and DJ team, MadLove, and 9Tailors, who created custom suiting for the couple. Jasmine Jorges Photography/Jasmine Jorges Matoaka, 31, and Eli, 32, wed on June 15 at Advertisement Inspired by their love of live music and large guest list, the couple chose the venue for its central city location and stellar sound system. The ceremony was co-officiated by Emily and While neither partner identifies as religious now, Eli grew up Jewish, and both prioritized incorporating traditions that reflect their values. 'I think for a lot of people, religion and queerness is not always a great relationship. ... but [Rabbi Andy] was so willing to work with us to change the language to be gender inclusive,' explains Eli. Their friends (from left: Caroline Rosa, Maddie Freeman, Michael Freeman, and Colby Kyes) performed 'The Lonely Goatherd' from "The Sound of Music" for the newlyweds. The act was to make good on a text Eli had (jokingly) sent early in their courtship, requesting Caroline and Maddie perform the song at their future wedding to Matoaka. Jasmine Jorges The newlyweds wore pins in the shape of cosmos flowers by DJ Melinda Long of For their first dance, the couple took dance lessons from a teacher in Cambridge. Their teacher was from Denmark, and was "so offended" when the couple asked if she had heard of ABBA. They remember her reply: "I am ABBA." Jasmine Jorges Photography 'It was hour four, and there were still a hundred people on the floor,' remembers Matoaka. The exhausted newlyweds left around 1 a.m. while the karaoke played on. But Matoaka and Eli are already dreaming about their next chance to tear up the dance floor. Advertisement 'I hope we keep having parties to celebrate community,' says Matoaka. 'I think that everyone should have a reason to throw a party. It doesn't necessarily need to be marriage, but marriage is a really good reason to do it.' Read more from , The Boston Globe's new weddings column. Rachel Kim Raczka is a writer and editor in Boston. She can be reached at
New York Post
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Julie Chen addresses ‘Big Brother' retirement plans
Julie Chen Moonves will always be the head of the 'Big Brother' household. The television personality, 55, has hosted the long-running CBS reality show since 2000. And in honor of the competition series' 25th anniversary, Chen Moonves revealed if she sees retirement in her future. 'You know what?' she told Entertainment Weekly on Wednesday. 'This is a game of chicken. As long as Probst and Keoghan are there, so am I.' Advertisement 10 Julie Chen Moonves hosts 'Big Brother.' CBS via Getty Images Jeff Probst, 63, has hosted 'Survivor' since 2000, while Phil Keoghan, 58, has led 'The Amazing Race' since 2001. Chen Moonves won't be the first one to bow out. Advertisement 'I'm not a quitter,' she continued, before pointing out that the late Bob Barker hosted 'The Price is Right' for 35 years. 'The Chenbot can hold her own. I can give the Energizer Bunny a run for its money.' 10 The CBS series 'Big Brother.' CBS via Getty Images When it comes to her fellow hosts, Chen Moonves stated, 'I don't want to see someone else host 'Survivor' or 'Amazing Race' either. I really don't.' The former talk show host has a great deal of affection for 'Big Brother,' which enters its 27th season on Thursday. Advertisement 'It goes two ways,' Chen Moonves noted about the series. 'I can't imagine my life without 'Big Brother' every summer, and I can't imagine 'Big Brother' without me. It's kind of like we go hand in hand. I'm part of the show from season 1 and part of building it up.' 10 'Big Brother' Season 9. Getty Images Along with being a fixture on the show, the news anchor's mantras are also a staple of the summer. 'My catch phrases! Can you imagine someone else delivering 'But first…' or 'Love one another' or 'Expect the unexpected' or 'The power is up for grabs'? I don't think so,' Chen Moonves said. Advertisement Over the seasons, many houseguests have become fan favorites across America. Chen Moonves, meanwhile, would love to see players re-enter for a second go-around after enough time has passed. 10 'Big Brother: Celebrity Edition.' CBS via Getty Images 10 Julie Chen hosting the season finale on 'Big Brother.' Getty Images 'I think every five to seven years feels right,' she expressed. 'There are mixed emotions internally and externally about bringing back past players because they get a little bit jaded and they're more sophisticated, and some of them you don't want to bring back because they were difficult the first time around.' On Sunday, Chen Moonves celebrated the 25th anniversary with a sweet Instagram tribute. 'Twenty-five years ago, a new show arrived on our screens,' she penned. 'It was a social experiment like never before. We rooted for our favorites, watched epic blindsides, watched showmances blossom, were locked in for the live evictions, and so much more. So, thank you for these amazing 25 years of Big Brother. We wouldn't be here without all of you.' 10 Julie Chen Moonves during evictions on 'Big Brother.' Getty Images Chen Moonves has been at the helm of 'Big Brother' since Season 1 debuted in July 2000. She has also hosted all three seasons of 'Celebrity Big Brother.' Advertisement Along with hosting the summer project, she co-anchored several 'CBS Mornings' segments from 2000 to 2011. In 2004, Chen Moonves tied the knot with the former CEO of CBS, Les Moonves. The two welcomed their son Charlie in 2009. 10 'The Talk' has on Burt Reynolds. CBS via Getty Images 10 Julie Chen Moonves on 'The Talk.' CBS via Getty Images Advertisement A year after giving birth, Chen Moonves began moderating the daytime talk show, 'The Talk.' She held the position for eight years before exiting in September 2018. Chen Moonves announced her departure after Les, 75, stepped down as chief executive of the network when several women accused him of sexual misconduct. 10 Julie Chen Moonves and Les Moonves. WireImage Advertisement Les denied those claims, and no criminal charges were ever filed against him. 'Right now, I need to spend more time at home with my husband and young son,' Chen Moonves said on-air at the time. 'I know this show, and the sisterhood it stands for, will live on for many, many, many more years to come. You ladies got this, and I cannot be more proud to call you my friends.' After the scandal, the celeb began going by 'Julie Chen Moonves' instead of just 'Julie Chen' while hosting 'Big Brother.' She also signed off with a new catch phrase: 'Love one another.' 10 Julie Chen Moonves and Les Moonves at the 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. FilmMagic Advertisement In her 2023 memoir 'But First, God,' Chen Moonves revealed it wasn't her decision to leave 'The Talk.' While promoting the book on 'Good Morning America,' she revealed, 'That was a hard time. I felt stabbed in the back.'
CNET
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CNET
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answer and Help for June 28 #482- CNET
Looking for the most recent Strands answer? Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles. Today's NYT Strands puzzle is a tough one. It took me a few minutes to figure out the theme, and then, the words were all over the map. Plus, the spangram is enormous -- filling up two rows and more! If you need hints and answers, read on. I go into depth about the rules for Strands in this story. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections and Mini Crossword answers, you can visit CNET's NYT puzzle hints page. Read more: NYT Connections Turns 1: These Are the 5 Toughest Puzzles So Far Hint for today's Strands puzzle Today's Strands theme is: ...not included. If that doesn't help you, here's a clue: Energizer bunny. Clue words to unlock in-game hints Your goal is to find hidden words that fit the puzzle's theme. If you're stuck, find any words you can. Every time you find three words of four letters or more, Strands will reveal one of the theme words. These are the words I used to get those hints but any words of four or more letters that you find will work: DICE, RICE, RICED, HIGH, RACE, MOTEL, MOTELS, LOCK, TOME, MACE, CARE, MOTE, COIL, COILS, FLAT, FLATS. Answers for today's Strands puzzle These are the answers that tie into the theme. The goal of the puzzle is to find them all, including the spangram, a theme word that reaches from one side of the puzzle to the other. When you have all of them (I originally thought there were always eight but learned that the number can vary), every letter on the board will be used. Here are the nonspangram answers: TOYS, CLOCK, CAMERA, REMOTE, FLASHLIGHT Today's Strands spangram The completed NYT Strands puzzle for June 28, 2025, #482. NYT/Screenshot by CNET Today's Strands spangram is BATTERIESREQUIRED. To find it, start with the B that's the last letter at the very bottom of the first row on the left.
