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New Indian Express
24-07-2025
- Science
- New Indian Express
PhD scholar documents 450 moth species in Kanniyakumari sanctuary; records rare finds
KANNIYAKUMARI: A 24-year-old research scholar, pursuing her doctoral degree in Zoology at the Lady Doak College in Madurai, has so far documented around 450 species of moths at the Kanniyakumari Wildlife Sanctuary -- home to diverse species of moths that have largely remained unidentified. The research fellow -- Vidhya Ananthavel, a native of Virudhunagar -- took up the study as part of her PhD research eight months ago. She identified the insects using the light sheeting method through surveys, carried out from dusk till dawn -- as most moths are nocturnal -- at multiple sites across the sanctuary. The presence of four rare species -- Srilankan Atlas moth, Indian Moon moth, Tasar Silk moth, and Golden Emperor moth -- has been recorded during the documentation. Vidhya said, "Many moth species display intricate, striking patterns that serve as their defense mechanism. Sri Lankan Atlas moth, the largest observed in Kanniyakumari district with a wingspan of up to 25 cm, has wing tips resembling the head of a snake. Indian Moon moth has long hindwing tails that interfere with bat echolocation, to confuse predators." Saying the insects are "largely misrepresented", she told TNIE that only a small fraction are pests, and a majority have beneficial roles as pollinators, especially for the night-blooming plants and economically significant crops such as coffee and papaya. Moth larvae feed on plant matter and aid nutrient cycling in forest ecosystems, she said, adding that their droppings during the caterpillar stage enrich the soil. Moreover, their sensitivity to environmental changes makes them excellent bioindicators of habitat health, she added. District forest officer E Prasanth told TNIE that the study, being conducted after obtaining permission from the chief wildlife warden, would help the conservation of the moth species in the sanctuary in the future. Kanniyakumari Nature Foundation (KNF) director Vinod Sadhasivan said the KNF, Lady Doak College and the forest department recently organised a moth night event, as part of the National Moth Week 2025, at the sanctuary, during which Vidhya highlighted the incredible diversity and the significant ecological roles of moths.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Knife River (KNF): A Bull Case Theory
We came across a bullish thesis on Knife River on Flyover Stocks's Substack by Todd Wenning. As of 3rd July, Knife River's share was trading at $80.60. KNF's trailing and forward P/E were 25.35 and 19.71 respectively according to Yahoo Finance. PI/ Knife River (KNF), a North Dakota-based construction materials and service business, has been on the radar since its spin-off in 2023 from MDU Resources. The company has dropped 23% since its initial coverage, while the S&P 500 has gained 5.6% and the Materials SPDR is down 2.4%. Knife River is a vertically-integrated aggregates company with over 1 billion tonsons of reserves, anding as the fourth-largest producer of sand and gravel in the United States, primarily operating in the northern and northwestern U.S. states. The company recently expanded its aggregates business by acquiring Strata Corporation, a North Dakota-based peer, which helps Knife River consolidate its leadership in the region. The acquisition aligns with Knife River's values of people, safety, quality, and environment, and features a qualified and high-quality management team. This move suggests that management has a good acquisition and capital allocation skill, which warrants further analysis along with the company's moats and valuation. The stock appears to be worth a closer look, given its recent performance and expansion efforts. With a stronger position in the aggregates market and a solid management team, Knife River presents an investment opportunity. Further analysis of management's skills, moats, and valuation will help determine the stock's potential. The recent drop in stock price may have created an attractive entry point for investors, making Knife River a company to watch in the construction materials and services sector. While this is our first coverage on Knife River, we've recently examined another in June 2024 for a stock in the same Building Materials industry that sheds light on similar long-term dynamics. In comparing Knife River (KNF) to Martin Marietta Materials (MLM), it's clear that both companies operate in the building materials sector, but their strategies and focuses diverge. KNF is a vertically integrated aggregates company with a strong presence in the northern and northwestern U.S. states. KNF is focused on consolidating its leadership in the aggregates market through strategic acquisitions, such as its recent purchase of Strata Corporation. Both companies are well-positioned to benefit from increased infrastructure spending and growth in the building materials sector. KNF isn't on our list of the 30 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of KNF as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an extremely cheap AI stock that is also a major beneficiary of Trump tariffs and onshoring, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 8 Best Wide Moat Stocks to Buy Now and 30 Most Important AI Stocks According to BlackRock. Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Insider
02-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Analysts Offer Insights on Materials Companies: TRONOX (TROX) and Knife River Corporation (KNF)
Companies in the Materials sector have received a lot of coverage today as analysts weigh in on TRONOX (TROX – Research Report) and Knife River Corporation (KNF – Research Report). Protect Your Portfolio Against Market Uncertainty Discover companies with rock-solid fundamentals in TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter. Receive undervalued stocks, resilient to market uncertainty, delivered straight to your inbox. TRONOX (TROX) BMO Capital analyst John McNulty downgraded TRONOX to Hold today and set a price target of $7.00. The company's shares closed last Tuesday at $5.31. According to McNulty is a 3-star analyst with an average return of 1.0% and a 49.2% success rate. McNulty covers the Basic Materials sector, focusing on stocks such as Air Products and Chemicals, Sherwin-Williams Company, and DuPont de Nemours. The word on The Street in general, suggests a Moderate Buy analyst consensus rating for TRONOX with a $10.56 average price target, representing a 98.9% upside. In a report issued on May 5, Morgan Stanley also maintained a Hold rating on the stock with a $8.00 price target. Knife River Corporation (KNF) Bank of America Securities analyst Sherif El-Sabbahy reiterated a Buy rating on Knife River Corporation today and set a price target of $115.00. The company's shares closed last Tuesday at $91.81. According to El-Sabbahy is a 4-star analyst with an average return of 14.7% and a 58.2% success rate. El-Sabbahy covers the Industrial Goods sector, focusing on stocks such as WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings, Bowman Consulting Group, and ESAB Corporation. The word on The Street in general, suggests a Strong Buy analyst consensus rating for Knife River Corporation with a $114.60 average price target.
Business Insider
02-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Knife River Corporation (KNF) Receives a Rating Update from a Top Analyst
In a report released today, Brent Thielman from D.A. Davidson maintained a Buy rating on Knife River Corporation (KNF – Research Report). The company's shares closed yesterday at $91.87. Protect Your Portfolio Against Market Uncertainty Discover companies with rock-solid fundamentals in TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter. Receive undervalued stocks, resilient to market uncertainty, delivered straight to your inbox. Thielman covers the Industrials sector, focusing on stocks such as Fluor, Sterling Construction, and Granite Construction. According to TipRanks, Thielman has an average return of 20.4% and a 65.80% success rate on recommended stocks. Knife River Corporation has an analyst consensus of Strong Buy, with a price target consensus of $113.60, implying a 23.65% upside from current levels. In a report released yesterday, Bank of America Securities also reiterated a Buy rating on the stock with a $115.00 price target. The company has a one-year high of $108.83 and a one-year low of $66.13. Currently, Knife River Corporation has an average volume of 516K.
News18
27-05-2025
- Business
- News18
Should India Worry About Seizure Of Kuki-Chin National Front Uniforms In Bangladesh? Exclusive
Last Updated: According to intelligence sources, the KNF crisis in Bangladesh poses a risk to India's security and regional stability Over 30,000 Kuki-Chin National Front (KNF) uniforms have been seized from a garment factory in Chattogram, Bangladesh, in what intelligence sources called an example of terror financing. Acting on a tip-off, Ringvo Apparels located in Nayarhat was raided on May 17-18, and the seizure was disclosed on May 25. The factory owner, the individual who placed the order, and a local KNF commander have been arrested, said police. The uniforms deal was a Tk 2 crore (approximately 20 million USD) contract finalised in March 2025, with delivery scheduled for May 2025. A case was filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act on May 18 at the Bayezid Bostami Police Station in Chittagong. The factory's owners claimed they were unaware of the illegal nature of the order until police intervention. WHAT IS KNF? ITS LINK TO INDIA CNN-News18 has earlier reported that the KNF, active in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, aims to establish a separate state. The group has been accused of extortion, kidnappings, bank robberies, and collaborating with Islamist militants. According to sources, the KNF crisis in Bangladesh poses a risk to India's security and regional stability. The Chittagong Hill Tracts border India's Northeast and Myanmar's Chin State, creating a critical tri-junction for militant coordination. The KNF maintains close ties with Myanmar's Chin militants and India's Northeastern insurgents, forming a united front against India. 'The discovery of uniforms for a cadre of 12,000 suggests stockpiling for future recruitment, resale, or collaboration with other militant groups. The large-scale production of uniforms indicates the militarisation of the KNF and signals preparations for prolonged conflict or territorial control," they said. KNF militants have reportedly entered Mizoram disguised as refugees fleeing Bangladeshi military operations in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, raising concerns about insurgents establishing bases in India, smuggling arms, or conducting training activities. The KNF has connections with Jamaa'tul Ansar Fil Hindal Sharqiya (JAFHS), an Islamist terror group, aiming to target Northeast India through cross-border attacks and radicalization. 'The Tk 2 crore uniform contract exemplifies how banned groups like the KNF exploit legal businesses in Bangladesh. The use of intermediaries to place orders and the lack of due diligence by factories like Ringvo Apparels, a profit-making company, highlight vulnerabilities in the system. The Bangladesh Army's intervention signals that the issue has escalated beyond local crime," sources said. The KNF's history of bank robberies and ties to Islamist militants has further raised fears of coordinated attacks or insurgency growth. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated!
