DoE rejects CenterPoint Energy's request to close Indiana coal plant (CNP:NYSE)
The U.S. Department of Energy (DoE) has rejected CenterPoint Energy's request to close its 60-year-old F.B. Culley coal plant in Indiana. This decision, reported by Bloomberg, reflects the Trump administration's policy of keeping older coal plants operational.
Dividend equivalents boost Host Hotels (HST) director holdings
Host Hotels & Resorts (HST) director Diana Laing reported an acquisition of 389.3268 dividend equivalent rights. These rights, which represent the right to receive common stock, accrued on her existing deferred stock units and will be settled in Host Hotels common stock at a future date she selects. Following this transaction, her direct holdings of such derivative units total 4,443.8268.
Water utility serving 225,000 Iowans plans $52M in 2026 upgrades
Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, announced plans to invest over $52 million in infrastructure upgrades in Iowa during 2026. This investment coincides with American Water's 140th anniversary, reflecting a continued commitment to providing safe and reliable water services to approximately 225,000 Iowans. The company also highlighted milestones for community programs like Project Help to Others and the American Water Charitable Foundation.
Iowa American Water Parent Company Celebrates 140 Years of Providing Safe and Reliable Water and Wastewater Services to Customers and Communities in 2026 – Company Announcement - FT.com
Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is celebrating American Water's 140-year anniversary of providing water and wastewater services. The company plans to invest over $52 million in infrastructure upgrades in Iowa in 2026 and will mark milestones such as the 30th anniversary of its Project Help to Others program and the 15th anniversary of the American Water Charitable Foundation. American Water, founded in 1886, serves over 14 million people across 14 states and 18 military installations.
Quantify 2x Daily Alt Season Crypto ETF (QXAS) to Close
Quantify Funds, in coordination with Tidal Investments LLC, has announced the closure and liquidation of the Quantify 2x Daily Alt Season Crypto ETF (QXAS). The fund will cease trading on April 23, 2026, and will liquidate its portfolio by April 30, 2026, distributing remaining net assets to shareholders. This decision follows a comprehensive review and is deemed to be in the best interests of shareholders.
Class-action lawsuit filed against Hasbro after data breach
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Hasbro following a data breach reported earlier this month. The lawsuit, filed by current and former employees, alleges that Hasbro was negligent in protecting their personal information and has not been transparent about the extent of the data breach. The plaintiffs are seeking damages and restitution in the federal court of Rhode Island.
Free Atlanta e-waste drop-off marks 16 years of Earth Day effort
Georgia Natural Gas is hosting a free electronics recycling event in Atlanta on April 25, 2026, at Lenox Square, marking its 16th year of Earth Day efforts. This initiative highlights the company's Greener Life program, which has helped offset nearly 1 billion pounds of CO₂e. Attendees can recycle various electronic devices, learn about carbon offsetting, and enter giveaways.
The RealReal will post quarterly results May 7, then host a webcast
The RealReal (Nasdaq: REAL) is set to release its first-quarter 2026 financial results after market close on May 7, 2026. Following the earnings release, the company will host a conference call and live webcast at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the results. Historically, announcements regarding earnings call timings have shown minimal impact on the stock's price.
Rivian (RIVN) CEO trims stake with 21,446-share Rule 10b5-1 sale
Rivian Automotive CEO Robert J. Scaringe sold 21,446 shares of Class A common stock on April 14, 2026. This open-market transaction, valued at approximately $346,782, was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Following the sale, Scaringe maintains a substantial stake in Rivian, holding over one million shares directly and additional shares indirectly through an LLC and a trust.
Arista Networks (NYSE:ANET) Shares Up 4.2% Following Analyst Upgrade
Arista Networks (NYSE:ANET) saw its shares increase by 4.2% after JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised its price target from $190 to $200, maintaining an "overweight" rating. The company reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst expectations with $0.82 EPS and $2.49 billion in revenue. Despite some insider selling, institutional investors hold a significant majority of the stock, while analysts generally rate it as a "Buy" with a consensus target price of $177.83.


