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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
BancFirst (BANF) Stock Is Up, What You Need To Know
What Happened? Shares of oklahoma-based financial institution BancFirst Corporation (NASDAQ:BANF) jumped 3.5% in the morning session after the company reported second-quarter earnings and revenue that surpassed analyst expectations. The Oklahoma-based bank announced net income of $62.3 million, or $1.85 per diluted share, a significant increase from the $50.6 million, or $1.51 per share, reported in the same quarter of the previous year. This performance comfortably beat the consensus analyst estimate of $1.65 per share. Revenue for the quarter reached $169.3 million, also exceeding forecasts. The growth was driven by a rise in net interest income to $121.3 million, up from $109.9 million a year prior, which the company attributed to higher loan volume and overall growth in earning assets. Following the strong results, analysts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods raised their price target on the stock to $132.00 from $123.00, while maintaining a "Market Perform" rating. After the initial pop the shares cooled down to $133.82, up 1.8% from previous close. Is now the time to buy BancFirst? Access our full analysis report here, it's free. What Is The Market Telling Us BancFirst's shares are not very volatile and have only had 6 moves greater than 5% over the last year. In that context, today's move indicates the market considers this news meaningful, although it might not be something that would fundamentally change its perception of the business. The previous big move we wrote about was about 22 hours ago when the stock gained 3.5% as the second quarter (2025) earnings season got off to a strong start. Quarterly earnings reports released during the week exceeded Wall Street's expectations, fueling investor confidence. Around 50 S&P 500 components reported, with 88% of those exceeding analysts' expectations, FactSet data revealed. Investors were also encouraged by several positive reports that painted a picture of a resilient consumer. One key report revealed that shoppers increased their spending at U.S. retailers more than economists had anticipated. Precisely, retail sales increased 0.6% from May, surpassing the 0.2% estimate. This robust consumer spending is a crucial pillar supporting the economy. Adding to the positive sentiment, the latest data on unemployment claims showed a decrease in the number of workers applying for benefits, signaling that layoffs remain limited and the job market is steady. This combination of strong earnings reports, retail sales, and a solid labor market suggests the economy is navigating challenges successfully. BancFirst is up 15.3% since the beginning of the year, and at $133.82 per share, has set a new 52-week high. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of BancFirst's shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $3,522. Here at StockStory, we certainly understand the potential of thematic investing. Diverse winners from Microsoft (MSFT) to Alphabet (GOOG), Coca-Cola (KO) to Monster Beverage (MNST) could all have been identified as promising growth stories with a megatrend driving the growth. So, in that spirit, we've identified a relatively under-the-radar profitable growth stock benefiting from the rise of AI, available to you FREE via this link.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Inside Ree Drummond's $200 Million Oklahoma Ranch—Just Like 'Yellowstone'
It's no secret that Ree Drummond—a.k.a The Pioneer Woman—loves her Oklahoma-based ranch. Not only does it serve as the background for her shows, The Pioneer Woman and Drummond Ranch, but it is also where the mom of four raised her children and now her grandchildren as well! But what exactly does the ranch look like? And does the Drummond family really have a wide variety of animals that they take care of? We look into all of that and more below! Where is the Drummond ranch? Despite the fact that Ree is one of the people heavily associated with the ranch, the land itself belongs to her husband Ladd's family. Spanning back five generations, the Pawhuska, Oklahoma-based ranch is home to Drummond Land & Cattle Co., which Ladd and his brother Tim run. It also houses a number of their extended family members and even has a small cemetery where several generations of past Drummmonds have been buried. Additionally, the ranch serves as the backdrop for her new YouTube show, Drummond Ranch. which highlights what working on the ranch is like. 'We have always wanted to show more ranching and agricultural moments in my cooking show, but because it's a cooking show (obviously!), we were always limited in the amount of time we could spend on the non-food component,' Ree wrote on her website in June. 'You'll see cowboys, weather, the dynamic between Ladd and his brother Tim, and you'll hear about the different kinds of cattle operations, markets and what it's like in a family where all the kids are growing up and trying to figure out what role they will play in the ranch's future.' How much is the ranch worth? The ranch is estimated to make $2 million annually and is valued to be worth around $200 million. Along with the ranch, Ree also has The Lodge, which is where family dinners and filming for her Food Network show The Pioneer Woman are held. 'The Lodge is 18 miles out of town on an unpaved road. I thought somebody would get a flat tire,' Ree said via her website. 'But Ladd pointed out that people are coming all the way to Pawhuska to visit our store and restaurant. He wanted to expand their experience.' Ree also explained that while The Lodge is a very homey place, it's not her home even though she films there. "I decided to do it there because I often used The Lodge kitchen for events and gatherings... and because my house was full of kids at the time!" she said on her website. The Lodge is available for free public tours, and you can find out more information on how to go on one here! Another part of the house that Ree loves is her backyard gardens, which she always posts videos about her Instagram, one of which you can watch below! And finally, what's a multimillion-dollar home without a gym? And in true Ree fashion, hers is both lavish and understated at the exact same time. We just wonder which machine is her favorite! A look at the animals on The Drummond Ranch One thing Ree loves is animals, and her ranch is home to a variety of them. Her most talked-about animals are, of course, her seven dogs, which she loves more than anything. 'They [her dogs] set up shop on the front porch,' Drummond said in 2022. 'They each have their own little bed on the front porch. They're outdoor dogs mostly anyway, and they have a whole barn to themselves if they want to go sleep in the barn sometimes, but they hardly ever leave the porch if we're home. It's really funny.' The family also has several different types of cattle as well as other, less talked about farm animals. 'When it comes to working cattle, my philosophy is this: if they need me, I'll jump right in and start working. But if they don't, I really don't have any desire to symbolically 'be in the pen,' Ree wrote on her website in 2008. 'I will be there if I'm needed. But if I'm not contributing anything to the overall progress, I'd just as soon sit on the sidelines on my keister and do what I do best: be utterly and unabashedly worthless. But I'm OKAY with that! I really am. Don't cry for me. I am at one with my worthlessness?' For more Ree Drummond content, keep scrolling! Ree Drummond's New Show 'Drummond Ranch' Offers a Rare Look at Her Life Off the Pioneer Path 7 Life Highlights From Ree Drummond's Journey As The Pioneer Woman Warning: Ree Drummond's Broccoli Rice Casserole May Cause Seconds (and Thirds) Solve the daily Crossword
New York Post
15-07-2025
- New York Post
Marine hopeful found dead roadside after holiday party, potentially been ‘beat to death,' lawsuit claims
A Marine hopeful from Oklahoma who was found dead and naked on the side of a road in 2023 may have been beaten to death, a new wrongful death lawsuit states. Noah Presgrove, 19, had attended a multi-day Labor Day party with friends that weekend before his body was found off U.S. Highway 81 in Terral on Sept. 4, 2023. Officials found teeth, a necklace, and basketball shorts next to Presgrove's lifeless body. While authorities initially speculated that Presgrove may have been struck by a car after the party, the lawsuit filed on June 23 seeking at least $75,000 in damages alleges that the 19-year-old's death 'was not caused by being hit with a motor vehicle.' Fox News Digital reached out to the plaintiff's attorney for comment. Presgrove had attended the Labor Day party that weekend, which allegedly involved underage drinking, hosted by defendants Avery Howard, Carter Combs, and Logan Jernigan, according to the lawsuit. The party took place on a property owned by defendant Johnnie Trout Wilcoxson Jr. in a trailer owned by defendant Stevie Howard, the complaint states. Some of the defendants did not have legal representation listed at the time of publication, and none of the defendants had responded to the lawsuit at the time of publication. Andrew Benedict, an Oklahoma-based attorney representing Wilcoxson and Howard, has not responded to requests for comment from Fox News Digital. 4 Noah Presgrove, 19, had attended a multi-day Labor Day party with friends that weekend before his body was found off U.S. Highway 81 in Terral on Sept. 4, 2023. Courtesy Presgrove Family The complaint alleges that defendant Jack Newton, despite being under 21, purchased the alcohol from Napoli's convenience store, operated by Val Petrol, LLC. Fox News Digital reached out to Val Petrol, LLC, for comment. Presgove's blood alcohol level was about twice the legal limit at the time of his death. Presgrove had apparently been drinking at a house party where he was involved in a rollover incident while riding an ATV that Newton apparently permitted Presgrove to ride, even though he was intoxicated at the time, according to the medical examiner's full report, upon further investigation. 4 Memorial at Noah Presgrove's grave with American flags and a photo cutout. Justice for Noah Pressgrove 4 Presgrove had graduated from high school three months early with plans to enlist in the military alongside his cousin. Justice for Noah Pressgrove 'The highway was poorly lit at night. There were no vehicle parts or debris observed on the scene. Further investigation revealed that the decedent was at a house party and drinking on September 3, 2023,' the full report reads, in part. 'Then he rode an ATV ranger vehicle with several men that had a rollover incident. … The decedent left the house party and was not found until the morning of September 4, 2023, on the side of the highway.' An investigation also revealed that Presgrove had returned to the party after the ATV incident. He was last seen in a 'verbal argument' with Howard and Newton around 3:41 a.m. on Sept. 4, the lawsuit states. The medical examiner ruled Presgrove's cause of death to be blunt force trauma to the head, torso, and extremities. 4 While authorities initially speculated that Presgrove may have been struck by a car after the party, the lawsuit filed on June 23 seeking at least $75,000 in damages alleges that the 19-year-old's death 'was not caused by being hit with a motor vehicle.' Justice for Noah Presgrove 'Decedent was beat to death by one or more of the defendants,' the complaint says, though it does not include factual allegations demonstrating that Presgrove was beaten to death, adding that 'two or more defendants engaged in a civil conspiracy to beat [Presgrove].' The lawsuit accuses the defendants of duty of care violations, civil conspiracy, negligence, and recklessness in connection with Presgrove's death. Presgrove had graduated from high school three months early with plans to enlist in the military alongside his cousin.
Associated Press
08-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Element8 Names Samual Curtis as CEO and Mike Field as EVP & General Manager of Texas Operations
Fort Worth, TX July 07, 2025 --( )-- Element8, a leading internet service provider serving North Texas communities, is proud to announce a strategic leadership expansion that aligns with the company's mission to drive broadband access and innovation across underserved regions. Samual Curtis, founder and current CEO of Oklahoma-based AtLink Services, has been named Chief Executive Officer of element8. In his expanded role, Curtis will now lead both organizations, bringing unified vision and operational strategy to two of the region's fastest-growing broadband providers. At the same time, Mike Field has been appointed Executive Vice President and General Manager of Texas Sales and Operations for element8. Field brings more than two decades of telecom and broadband leadership, with a strong background in operational growth, customer success, and community-based connectivity efforts throughout the Texas market. 'This is an exciting new chapter,' said Curtis. 'Both element8 and AtLink share a deep commitment to closing the digital divide and delivering best-in-class service to communities that have long been overlooked. With this new leadership structure, we're positioned to scale smarter, innovate faster, and serve better—on both sides of the Red River.' Under Curtis's leadership, AtLink Services has become one of Oklahoma's largest wireless internet service providers, widely respected for its commitment to rural connectivity and network reliability. The addition of Field further strengthens element8's operational capacity and community engagement efforts across North Texas. 'Mike is a tremendous asset and a proven leader in this space,' Curtis added. 'His insight into the Texas broadband landscape and his ability to execute with precision will be key as we push toward the next phase of growth.' Both companies will continue to operate under their respective brands, while aligning long-term goals and collaborating on key initiatives that expand infrastructure and improve service delivery to homes and businesses throughout the region. About Element8 Element8 is a Texas-based internet service provider focused on expanding access to high-speed, reliable internet in North Texas communities. With a commitment to performance, affordability, and customer satisfaction, element8 is dedicated to building strong digital foundations for the communities it serves. About AtLink Services Founded in 2005, AtLink Services is Oklahoma's largest wireless internet service provider. Known for connecting underserved and rural areas, AtLink delivers dependable broadband service through innovative technology and a customer-first approach. Contact Information: element8 Internet Brent Greene 405-753-7151 Contact via Email Read the full story here: Element8 Names Samual Curtis as CEO and Mike Field as EVP & General Manager of Texas Operations Press Release Distributed by
Daily Mirror
03-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
Doctor 'drowned four-year-old daughter at Airbnb then staged her death'
Doctor Neha Gupta, 36, allegedly orchestrated the drowning of her own daughter Aria during a family trip to South Florida - and now faces a first-degree murder charge A four-year-old girl's tragic death at a Florida holiday rental has now turned into a chilling murder investigation - with her own mother, a pediatrician, accused of staging the scene to look like an accident. Dr Neha Gupta, 36, allegedly orchestrated the drowning of her daughter Aria during a family trip to South Florida, authorities say. The Oklahoma-based doctor was arrested this week in her hometown of Oklahoma City and now faces a first-degree murder charge out of Miami-Dade County. According to an affidavit filed by a homicide detective, Gupta "attempted to conceal the killing of the deceased victim by staging an accidental drowning within the swimming pool" of the Airbnb property in El Portal, just north of Miami. Officials claim she tried to pass the child's death off as a tragic pool accident in the early morning hours of June 27. Gupta allegedly told police that she and Aria were asleep in a bedroom when a strange noise woke her around 3.20am. That's when she claims she noticed the sliding door to the patio was ajar - and moments later, found her daughter face-down in the deep end of the pool. She said she panicked, tried to save the girl, but couldn't swim and was unable to pull her out. Emergency responders rushed to the scene and performed CPR, but the child was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital before sunrise. But detectives were not convinced by Gupta's story. After the incident, she fled Florida and returned to Oklahoma - a move prosecutors now say was an attempt to dodge prosecution. She is currently being held without bond in the Oklahoma County Jail while Florida authorities seek her extradition. A doctor who performed an autopsy at the medical examiner's office did not find water in the child's lungs or stomach, and that "based on these findings she was able to rule out drowning as being the cause of death," the detective wrote. Dr. Tuyet Tran also advised authorities that she believes the child was dead before being placed in the pool, the detective wrote. The cause and manner of death are pending, but Tran found injuries such as bruising within the girl's cheeks. According to Tran, these injuries "are consistent with asphyxiation by smothering," the affidavit states. Police have not revealed any possible motive in the case. The detective noted in the affidavit that Gupta shares custody of the child with her ex-husband, who told detectives that he and his ex-wife are involved in an ongoing custody battle over the girl. The ex-husband also told detectives that he was unaware that Gupta and the child had traveled to South Florida. Based on surveillance video and Airbnb records, investigators determined that Gupta and her daughter were the sole occupants of the rental unit, the affidavit states. Gupta practiced medicine at Oklahoma Children's Hospital, part of the University of Oklahoma's health system, according to records from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. The university's faculty directory showed that she has also been an assistant professor at the university's health sciences center. The University of Oklahoma and its health system released a statement this week saying that Gupta has been "suspended from patient care, given notice of termination, and was no longer seeing patients at the health system as of May 30, 2025." Gupta has also been given a "notice of termination" by the university, the statement said.
