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JD-SWannounced its 618 shopping festival starting May 30, featuring discounts up to 50% and a new 'Low-price Hot Sale' campaign. The event includes an 'Online RMB2 Store' and upgraded 'Double Compensation for Higher Price' service. JD's European brand Joybuy will also participate, offering extensive logistics support. Additionally, JD plans to enhance AI integration across various sectors, with a 200% increase in AI R&D investment this year, launching AI-driven services during the festival.

- JD-SW announced its 618 shopping festival will start at 8 pm on May 30, featuring discounts up to 50% and new campaigns like "Low-price Hot Sale."  
- The event will include exclusive offers such as an "Online RMB2 Store" and promotions for new products at RMB1.  
- JD is also enhancing its AI capabilities in multiple sectors and increasing its investment in AI by over 200%, with significant applications planned for logistics during the festival.

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Ten major US restaurant chains, including Wendy’s, Pizza Hut, Papa John’s, and Starbucks, are closing locations due to rising labor and lease costs, weaker sales, and changing consumer habits. Many brands will focus on stronger markets and newer store formats, with some locations potentially being repurposed or rebranded.

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L & S Advisors Inc acquired 99,845 shares of EZCORP, Inc. (NASDAQ:EZPW) valued at approximately $1.94 million in the 4th quarter. Other institutional investors also increased their stakes, with Capital Research Global Investors raising its holdings by 27.7%. Insider transactions included sales by directors, with a total of 104,138 shares sold in the last 90 days. EZCORP's stock opened at $33.00, with a market cap of $2.03 billion and a recent EPS of $0.58, exceeding estimates.

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Korean skincare brand mixsoon is expanding its presence in Costco, moving from online sales to approximately 500 U.S. warehouse locations due to strong retail demand. The brand's popular Bean Essence, made with 100% Korean soybeans, is central to this expansion, which now includes 570 stores across 12 global markets. Mixsoon emphasizes a minimalist skincare philosophy, focusing on high-quality ingredients to achieve effective results.

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JD's 618 campaign will officially start at 8pm on May 30 and run until June 21. Eric Qi, Head of Platform Operations, announced continuous auction events during the preheating period, including the world's first simulation robot auction on May 22.

- The press conference for the JD 618 launch in 2026 announced that the campaign starts at 8 PM on May 30 and runs until June 21.  
- Eric Qi of JD-SW highlighted that there will be continuous auction events leading up to the launch, including the world's first simulation robot auction this Friday.  
- As of May 18, JD-SW's short selling was reported at $153.34 million with a ratio of 29.833%.

JD 618 Campaign to Kick Off at 8pm on May 30

ASUS has launched updated versions of its Chromebooks, the CX15 and CX34, now available at Walmart. The CX15 features an Intel N50 processor, 128GB storage, and military-grade durability, priced from $199. The CX34, equipped with an Intel Core 3 100U processor and 256GB storage, starts at $449. Both models emphasize performance, security, and connectivity, catering to work, school, and entertainment needs.

- ASUS has launched updated versions of its Chromebook CX15 and CX34 at Walmart, featuring enhanced processors and military-grade durability.  
- The Chromebook CX15 includes an Intel N50 processor, 128GB storage, and a 15.6-inch Full HD display, priced from $199, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 boasts an Intel Core 3 100U processor, 256GB storage, and a 14-inch touchscreen, starting at $449.  
- Both devices emphasize portability, versatility, and security with ChromeOS's built-in protection and various connectivity options.

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Soltis Investment Advisors LLC increased its stake in Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) by 44% in Q4, acquiring an additional 7,927 shares, bringing its total to 25,949 shares valued at $2.89 million. Other institutional investors also bought shares, with Walmart's stock currently rated as 'Buy' by analysts. The company reported Q4 earnings of $0.74 per share, exceeding estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.2475 per share.

- Soltis Investment Advisors LLC increased its stake in Walmart Inc. by 44.0% in Q4, owning 25,949 shares valued at approximately $2.89 million.  
- Various institutional investors have acquired Walmart shares recently, with total institutional ownership at 26.76%.  
- Walmart reported a quarterly earnings per share of $0.74, exceeding estimates, and has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.2475 per share.

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VF Corp will report Q1 earnings this Wednesday, with expectations of 6% revenue growth year-on-year, a recovery from last year's 10.8% decline. Last quarter, it exceeded revenue estimates with $2.82 billion, up 4.4%. Analysts have maintained their estimates, anticipating stability. However, VF Corp's stock has dropped 21.2% recently, with an average price target of $21 against a current price of $16.95.

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Target (TGT) is set to report Q1 earnings on May 20, with analysts expecting an EPS of $1.45 and net sales of $24.66 billion. Options traders anticipate an 8.74% stock move post-earnings. Analysts have mixed views, with Telsey and UBS maintaining Buy ratings and raising price targets, while JPMorgan holds a Hold rating. The consensus rating for TGT is Moderate Buy, with a price target of $130.50, suggesting a 7.4% upside.

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Starbucks has seen a 40,000% increase since its 1992 IPO, turning a $10,000 investment into nearly $4 million. Despite announcing layoffs of 300 corporate workers and a $400 million restructuring charge, the stock rose, with Wall Street supporting the decision. Recent Q2 FY26 results showed a 9% revenue increase, prompting management to raise growth forecasts. The company plans to open 600-650 new stores in fiscal 2026, while maintaining a strong market cap of about $121.7 billion.

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