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Time of India
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- Time of India
Indiana Pacers to face Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA Finals: Schedule, tickets, and how to watch
The Indiana Pacers are heading to the NBA Finals for the first time in 24 years after defeating the New York Knicks in a heated Knicks vs Pacers playoff series. They sealed the win in Game 6 at Madison Square Garden, where Tyrese Haliburton's stats dazzled fans, putting up 26 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds in a commanding 125-108 victory. It was a tough break for the Knicks, who had made a deep playoff run thanks to stellar performances by Jalen Brunson. Despite averaging 32.4 points per game in the series, Brunson exited early in Game 6 due to a hand injury, altering the rhythm of the Knicks vs Pacers matchup. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 무릎에서 소리나거나 무거운 느낌 드는 분만 읽으세요. 큰딸민지 더 알아보기 Undo With the win, Indiana advances to face the Oklahoma City Thunder , who have made headlines by reaching their first Finals since 2012. The best-of-seven series starts on Thursday, June 5, with the Thunder holding home-court advantage thanks to their league-best 68–14 record. Live Events The NBA finals will follow a 2-2-1-1-1 format, with the Thunder holding home-court advantage. What to expect from the Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Thunder final This year's finals feature two franchises hungry for their first NBA title. The Pacers have rebuilt impressively, with Haliburton emerging as their franchise cornerstone, traded in 2022 for Domantas Sabonis, who had been acquired from OKC in the original Paul George trade. The Thunder, led by MVP finalist Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, are also reaping the rewards of that 2019 deal that sent George to the Clippers in exchange for Gilgeous-Alexander and multiple picks. The schedule for the Pacers vs Thunder final match is as follows: Game 1: Thursday, June 5, 8:30 p.m. ET at Oklahoma City Game 2: Sunday, June 8, 8:00 p.m. ET at Oklahoma City Game 3: Wednesday, June 11, 8:30 p.m. ET at Indiana Game 4: Friday, June 13, 8:30 p.m. ET at Indiana Game 5: Monday, June 16, 8:30 p.m. ET at Oklahoma City (if necessary) Game 6: Thursday, June 19, 8:30 p.m. ET at Indiana (if necessary) Game 7: Sunday, June 22, 8:00 p.m. ET at Oklahoma City (if necessary) Ticket information: Fans eager to witness this historic Pacers vs Thunder match purchase tickets through various platforms: SeatGeek: Offers a range of ticket options with interactive seat maps and Deal Score ratings to help fans find the best value. Vivid Seats: Provides tickets backed by a 100% Buyer Guarantee, with prices varying based on seating and demand. Ticketmaster: As the official ticketing partner of the NBA, it offers verified tickets for all Finals games. NBA Tickets: The NBA's official ticket marketplace provides access to both primary and resale tickets for the Finals. Broadcast information: All NBA Finals games between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder will be broadcast nationally on ABC, and streaming will be available through ESPN platforms.
Leader Live
3 days ago
- Sport
- Leader Live
Wrexham men and women set for The Soccer Tournament in US
Last summer, a friendly between the sides kicked-off Wrexham's unbeaten Wrex Coast Tour ahead of their promotion-winning League One campaign. And the clubs are all set to clash again next week when the Soccer Tournament (TST) gets underway in North Carolina - with Ben Tozer set to pull on a Wrexham shirt once more. For the third consecutive year, Wrexham Red Dragons take their spot in the event, which will be played in Cary, and the men continue their tilt at the $1 million prize against Bournemouth in their second Group F game on Wednesday, June 4. The Dragons will open their tournament against Real Athletico earlier in the day, while the group is completed by the CONCAFA SC. Wrexham Red Dragons women are also set for the competition, which starts in Group B with a clash versus Ultrain FC. Kansas City II and Drunken Monkeys are the other two teams in the group. 'TST soccer is electrifying,' said TST CEO Jon Mugar. 'Our goal is to become the preeminent soccer festival in the world. Judging by the number of returning fans and teams, we are well on our way. 'We have doubled the size of the women's field and a record 64 teams will compete in Cary. I can't wait to see the level of competition this June!' Wrexham Red Dragons men advanced to the round of 16 in both 2023 and 2024, scoring more goals than any other team in TST history. Goalkeeper Mark Howard has been a standout figure, keeping clean sheets and scoring clutch Target Score Time goals. Another impressive player has been striker George Boyd, holding the title of the tournament's all-time leading scorer with 11 goals. Former club captain Tozer, who this week announced his retirement, will represent Wrexham at the tournament. Men's squad: Aaron James; Abraham Rodriguez; Alex Moore; Ben Tozer; Brandon Barker; Callum Edwards; David Jones; George Boyd; Harry Ashfield; Jake Hyde; Liam McAlinden; Marc Albrighton; Navid Nasseri; Sak Hassan; Thomas Kelly; Yannick Parkes. Goalkeeper Delyth Morgan and Mia Roberts are members of the women's line-up. Women's squad: Brianne Reed; Delyth Morgan; Destiney Toussaint; Ella Dederick; Gabriella Cuevas; Havana Solaun; Katie Chapman; Kelly Ann Livingstone; Lindsay Agnew; Mia Roberts; Nicole Baxter; Rachel Unitt.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
TipRanks' ‘Perfect 10' Picks: 2 Top-Scoring Stocks with Bullish Backing
Stocks spent much of May in rally mode, but the momentum faded last week as the S&P 500 slipped nearly 3%. Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter It's a fresh reminder of the market turbulence that's shadowed President Trump's second term. Investors continue to wrestle with the impact of his shifting policies and unpredictable leadership. Still, April's economic data brought some relief: job growth remained solid, and inflation showed further signs of easing. In such a climate, marked by political uncertainty and mixed economic signals, navigating the markets becomes especially challenging. That's where tools like the TipRanks Smart Score come into play. This AI-powered system cuts through the noise by analyzing the vast data generated by millions of stock transactions, rating every stock based on factors historically tied to strong future performance. The results of the Smart Score comparisons are shown on a simple scale of 1 to 10, giving investors a clear, intuitive signal on any stock's likely near-term performance. The 'Perfect 10' stocks, of course, are the top-scorers that deserve a closer look—and when they get bullish backing from the Street's analysts, that's a combination of signals that can't be ignored. So, let's follow the Smart Score and analyst signals, and take a closer look at two 'Perfect 10s.' Whitestone REIT (WSR) We'll start in the world of real estate, where Whitestone REIT operates in the commercial real estate sector. The company's name says it all – it's a real estate investment trust, whose business is acquiring, owning, leasing, and managing various real properties. Whitestone's property list includes a range of medical facilities, office spaces, and retail locations, 52 in total, with 28 in Texas and 24 in Arizona. Both states, and especially Texas, are known as leaders in US economic growth in recent years. This background gives Whitestone a solid foundation for its 'Perfect 10' performance. The company follows a strict set of acquisition criteria, in order to maintain a high-quality portfolio. Its properties are located in 'established or developing, culturally diverse neighborhoods,' and Whitestone intentionally sets out to diversify its holdings. The company has built its portfolio by seeking out retail and mixed-use properties with upside potentials that include value-adds, lease ups, and the possibility of contractual rent increases. Whitestone prefers areas with high traffic and high visibility, and its operations have specifically targeted the Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Phoenix/Scottsdale urban areas. The company's most recent acquisition move was announced this month: the addition of a San Clemente neighborhood retail center in Austin, Texas. The center is restaurant-anchored, and totals 31,832-square feet; it is located near Austin's bustling technology hub, which includes campuses for Apple and Tesla. Also of note, particularly for return-minded investors, is Whitestone's dividend. REITs are well-known as dividend 'champs,' offering payments that are usually both highly reliable and above inflation. Whitestone pays out a monthly common share dividend, at 4.5 cents per share, with the last payment sent out on May 13. At its current rate, the dividend annualizes to 54 cents per common share and gives a forward yield of 4.3%, which compares well to the prevailing 2.3% rate of inflation. Whitestone has been paying out dividends since 2010. In its last quarterly earnings report, covering 1Q25, Whitestone had total revenues of $38 million. This figure was up 2.2% year-over-year, although it missed the forecast by $940,000. The company's funds from operations, a key metric when assessing REITs, came to 26 cents per share for the quarter, up 3 cents per share year-over-year and in-line with analyst expectations. The FFO figure was more than enough to fully cover Whitestone's total Q1 dividend payments of 13.5 cents per share. For Citizens analyst Mitch Germain, this REIT presents a complex picture. Looking into the company's workings, Germain is impressed by its quality portfolio – although he notes that Wall Street was not impressed by the last quarterly report. Germain writes of Whitestone, 'Whitestone REIT's 1Q25 results were viewed unfavorably by the investment community, though we believe the company remains on track to achieve its earnings outlook, while operating trends are positioned to trend ahead of shopping center REIT peers… Underlying property operating trends were mixed in the quarter, as occupancy dipped (-120bps Q/Q), while rents posted 20% growth. Same-store growth continues to track toward the high end of the retail REIT sector, supported by recent redevelopment efforts and leasing. Overall, we believe it is best to judge management's strategic plan execution over an extended period, rather than just one quarter, and over the last 12 quarters management has enhanced governance and shareholder outreach, lowered leverage, improved property operating trends, and produced earnings growth toward the high end of the shopping center REIT sector.' Germain goes on to explain the discounted nature of the stock, adding to the above, 'The shares trade at ~12x 2025E earnings, which is a two-turn discount to the shopping center REIT peers; with superior market exposures, and above-average property growth prospects, we think the discount is penalizing.' All of this adds up to an Outperform (i.e., Buy) rating for the Citizens analyst, whose $16 price target implies that the shares are looking at a one-year gain of 33%. (To watch Germain's track record, click here) The Strong Buy consensus rating here is based on 5 unanimously positive reviews set in recent weeks. The stock has a trading price of $12.06 and its average target price, $15.20, suggests an upside potential of 26% for the year ahead. (See WSR stock forecast) Permian Resources (PR) Next on our list of 'Perfect 10s' is Permian Resources, one of the many independent oil and gas research and exploration (E&P) firms working in the hydrocarbon-rich Permian Basin of West Texas. Permian Resources, which is based in Midland, has holdings that include over 450,000 net leasehold acres, located mainly in Reeves and Ward Counties, Texas, and Eddy and Lea Counties, New Mexico. The company is the second-largest pure-play E&P firm working in the Permian, and as of March 31 this year it was realizing 373 MBoe/d in total production. Earlier this month, Permian Resources announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 13,320 net acres, 8,700 net royalty acres and 12,000 Boe/d from APA Corporation. These assets directly offset Permian Resources' core New Mexico operating areas in the Delaware Basin formation of the larger Permian. The acquisition will cost Permian Resources $608 million. We should note here that Permian Resources has an established strategy of expansion-through-acquisition, and last year added approximately 50,000 net acres via $1.2 billion of acquisitions. Turning to the financial results, we find that the company's last quarterly report showed 1Q25 results that were in-line with analyst expectations. Permian Resources had revenue in the quarter of $1.38 billion, up 11.3% year-over-year, and saw an EPS of 44 cents; the EPS figure was a strong increase from the 25-cent earnings reported in 1Q24. Like REITs – see Whitestone, above – energy companies are known as solid dividend payers, and Permian Resources fits that bill. In its last dividend declaration, Permian Resources set a 15-cent payment per common share, to be paid out on June 30. The dividend annualizes to 60 cents per share and gives a forward yield of 4.7%. This 'Perfect 10' stock has caught the attention of Raymond James analyst John Freeman, who sees Permian Resources as a sound investment for multiple reasons. The 5-star analyst, who ranks 2nd amongst the thousands of stock experts on Wall Street, writes of this oil and gas company, 'The core tenets of PR's success are improving operational efficiencies and accretive consolidation. Market volatility presumably reduces the latter, although PR delivered another tuck-in to add into the fold. Activity remains steady-as-she-goes despite oil price weakness relative to the original budgeted levels. PR's strong balance sheet and cash balance allows the company to make the most of the current environment. The needle management is threading accrues to less CAPEX versus more production… We believe PR shares should outperform the peer group over the next 12 months.' With that stance in the background, it makes sense that Freeman rates PR shares as a Strong Buy. His $23 price target implies that the stock will appreciate by 81% in the next 12 months. (To watch Freeman's track record, click here) This is another stock with a unanimous Strong Buy consensus rating, based on 16 positive analyst reviews. The shares are currently trading for $12.72 and the $17.88 average price target indicates room for a 40.5% upside on the one-year horizon. (See PR stock forecast) To find good ideas for stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks' Best Stocks to Buy, a tool that unites all of TipRanks' equity insights. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the featured analysts. The content is intended to be used for informational purposes only. It is very important to do your own analysis before making any investment. Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jeff McElfresh to Update Shareholders at the 53rd Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on May 13
DALLAS, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tomorrow, AT&T's chief operating officer will participate in a fireside chat where he will discuss the Company's multi-year strategic growth plan. Key Takeaways: AT&T reiterates full-year 2025 financial and operational guidance. AT&T is pursuing a multi-year strategic growth plan that centers around putting customers first, continued network investment and increased capital returns to shareholders. Jeff McElfresh, chief operating officer, AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), will speak tomorrow at the 53rd Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference where he will provide an update to shareholders. AT&T's multi-year strategic growth plan will substantially advance its progress on becoming the best connectivity provider in America. The Company continues to differentiate its position within the connectivity industry by increasing its opportunity to serve customers how they want to be served, by one provider with fiber and 5G in a converged manner. The wireless market remains both healthy and competitive, with the Company's Mobility business continuing to perform in-line with the trends and expectations outlined during its first quarter 2025 earnings call. In Consumer Wireline, the Company continues to expand access to AT&T Fiber – America's fastest internet with the most reliable speeds.1 Trends in AT&T Fiber penetration rates remain consistent, with net adds varying from quarter to quarter based primarily on the pace of new fiber locations passed, seasonality and marketplace dynamics. For the second quarter 2025, the Company continues to expect capital investment* in the $4.5 billion to $5 billion range and free cash flow* of approximately $4 billion. AT&T reiterates all full-year 2025 financial and operational guidance. Additionally, the Company continues to operate the business to achieve the financial plan and capital returns outlined at its 2024 Analyst & Investor Day. AT&T remains committed to repurchasing shares under the previously announced $10 billion authorization, with plans to repurchase at least $3 billion of common stock by year-end and the remainder during 2026. Full conference details are posted on the AT&T Investor Relations website, including a replay of the webcast. To automatically receive AT&T financial news by email, please subscribe to email alerts. 1 Limited availability in select areas. Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data nationwide Speed Score and Consistency Score for Q3–Q4 2024. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking StatementsInformation set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise. This news release may contain certain non-GAAP financial measures. Reconciliations between the non-GAAP financial measures and the GAAP financial measures are available on the company's website at About AT&TWe help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors, plus nearly 2.5 million businesses, connect to greater possibility. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information about AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), please visit us at Investors can learn more at © 2025 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T and the Globe logo are registered trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE ATT
Yahoo
08-05-2025
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TipRanks' ‘Perfect 10' Picks: These 2 Top-Scoring Stocks Shine Across the Board
Imagine walking into a massive library where every book is a stock – and you're told, 'Pick the ones that will make you money.' Sure, some come with summaries (earnings reports, forecasts, guidance), but most of the shelves are still packed with noise, conflicting opinions, and data that's tough to decode. Discover companies with rock-solid fundamentals in TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter. Receive undervalued stocks, resilient to market uncertainty, delivered straight to your inbox. With so many companies to choose from and so much data flying around, it's easy to feel like you're guessing in the dark. Even the most seasoned investors can get buried under the weight of it all. But what if something could cut through the noise for you? That's where TipRanks' Smart Score comes in. The system is designed to do the digging for you. It's powered by AI that processes everything – market trends, analyst moves, insider activity, and technical indicators – and boils it down into a single, straightforward score between 1 and 10. A stock with a 10? That's a signal. So, we rolled up our sleeves and checked the latest top scorers on the platform. Two stocks stood out –not just because of their perfect scores, but because Wall Street is paying attention to them too. Let's take a closer look at what's catching the market's eye. Sportradar Group AG (SRAD) We'll start in the world of sports betting, where our first 'Perfect 10' stock Swiss-based Sportradar is a major player on the global scene. Sports betting is big business, giving fans a chance to raise the stakes on their favorite events by putting their own skin in the game. Sportradar was founded in 2001 and uses its tech platform to make fandom an immersive experience, combining the varied excitement of sports, media, and gambling. The company partners with such important leagues as the NBA, MLB, and NASCAR, as well as organizations such as FIFA, and betting names like William Hill, DraftKings, and Caesars Sportsbook. Through its partnerships, Sportradar can cover nearly one million sports events every year, across all of the world's major sports. The company makes it possible for betting platforms to use the latest sports data, in real time; to create the tools that keep sports fans engaged and to stream live events, with the odds updated in real time. Sportradar also offers virtual sports and casino gaming, adding new layers and opportunities for fans and bettors. The virtual sports offer in-game betting, as well as chances for players to bet on form and momentum, while the casino games apply Sportradar's expertise in design and gaming to the popular online casino field. These varied fields – sports betting, online sports gaming, casino gaming – offer plenty of range for an ambitious company, and Sportradar is also looking to build on its existing foundation. This past March, the company announced its agreement to acquire IMG ARENA, acquiring an expansion to its sports betting rights portfolio and enhancing its position in internationally popular sports such as tennis, soccer, and basketball. On the financial side, Sportradar generated 307 million Euros in 4Q24, the last period reported. This figure was up 22% year-over-year, a gain that was supported by 21% growth in the company's betting technology and solutions segment, and 23% growth in the sports content, technology, and services segment. For the full year 2024, Sportradar reported 1.107 billion Euros in total revenue, for a 26% year-over-year gain. While Sportradar reported a full-year profit of 34 million Euros, the company ran a net loss in Q4 of 1 million Euros. That loss was attributed to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. The company saw its full-year free cash flow rise 133% year-over-year, to reach 118 million Euros. For Bank of America analyst Shaun Kelley, this company presents multiple reasons for taking an upbeat view. Laying out the bull case, Kelley writes, 'Our Buy rating on SRAD is due to 1) higher confidence in SRAD's ability to participate in continued global strong online sports betting growth, 2) option value from the IMG Arena transaction and AI adoption, 3) underlying margin expansion in coming years… Bottom line: Our primary concern had been the pressure of sports rights costs on margins and cash flow, but SRAD should see increasing margins the next several years following multiple rights renewals in '23-24. This coupled with consistently strong revenues and cost discipline should allow the recent rerating in shares to be sustainable.' The BofA analyst complements his Buy rating with a $28 price target that suggests a one-year upside potential of 21%. (To watch Kelley's track record, click here) The 13 recent analyst reviews on SRAD break down to 12 Buys and 1 Hold for a Strong Buy consensus rating. The shares are priced at $23.13 and the $27.50 average target price implies a 19% share appreciation in the next 12 months. (See SRAD stock forecast) SkyWest (SKYW) From sports betting we'll shift gears and look at an airline company for our second 'Perfect 10' stock. SkyWest has been in business since 1972. The Utah-based firm is a holding company, operating through three subsidiaries: SkyWest Airlines, SkyWest Charter (SWC), and SkyWest Leasing. Together, these subsidiaries handle regional passenger routes, chartered flights, and aircraft leasing. SkyWest has nearly 500 aircraft in operation, flying routes between 251 destinations across North America, and operates through partnership agreements with United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. Last year, through its flight operations, SkyWest carried over 42 million passengers. SkyWest is one of the nation's largest regional/connector airlines. More than half of SkyWest's aircraft are Embraer 175 models, with 70 to 76 passenger seats, and the company has another 16 of these aircraft on order for the next two years. This is a modern aircraft, capable of operating on both regional and medium-haul commercial passenger routes. With its large fleet of aircraft, SkyWest was able to complete 30,000 more flights in 1Q25 than it did in the first quarter of 2024. Completing flights and moving large numbers of passengers into its larger partners' networks is the company's core business – and successfully meeting that demand has proven profitable for SkyWest. In 1Q25, per the last financial release, the company started off the year with a profit, based on a net income of $101 million – or $2.42 per diluted share. That EPS figure beat the forecasts by 38 cents per share. At the top line, SkyWest generated $948 million in revenue, up 18% year-over-year and some $1.15 million better than had been expected. The company finished 1Q25 with $751 million in available cash and liquid assets. Looking ahead, management expects that the aircraft fleet utilization and availability will improve, and support a year-over-year increase in block hour productivity of 12% to 13% during 2025. SkyWest has provided full-year 2025 earnings guidance in the 'low to mid' $9 EPS range. This airline has picked up coverage from Goldman analyst Catherine O'Brien, who takes a bullish stance based on SkyWest's positive 2025 guidance. She says of the airline company, 'The raised EPS guidance is primarily driven by a higher-than-expected block hour production outlook of 12% to 13% growth vs. +12% prior, with improved pilot/aircraft availability allowing SkyWest to better match strong demand from its airline partners… We reiterate our Buy rating on SKYW shares as the company is one of the most defensive names in our coverage given its largely contractual revenue structure, strong balance sheet, and solid free cash flow profile as CAPEX/debt requirements moderate over the medium-term.' Along with her Buy rating, O'Brien puts a $117 price target here, showing her confidence in a 24% upside potential for the coming year. (To watch O'Brien's track record, click here) On the whole, SkyWest has earned a Strong Buy rating from the analyst consensus; while there are only 3 recent reviews on file for the stock, they are all positive. The shares have a trading price of $94.07 and an average target price of $118.67, to imply a gain of 26% on the one-year horizon. (See SKYW stock forecast) To find good ideas for stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks' Best Stocks to Buy, a tool that unites all of TipRanks' equity insights. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the featured analysts. The content is intended to be used for informational purposes only. It is very important to do your own analysis before making any investment. Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue 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
