National plaintiffs law firm Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP has announced a securities class action lawsuit against ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX). Investors who purchased ImmunityBio securities between January 19, 2026, and March 24, 2026, are encouraged to contact the firm, with a lead plaintiff deadline set for May 26, 2026. The lawsuit alleges that ImmunityBio's Executive Chairman, Patrick Soon-Shiong, misrepresented the capabilities of their bladder cancer drug Anktiva, leading to a significant stock drop after a U.S. FDA warning letter cited misleading promotional claims.

Google's 2026 Discover Core Update is revolutionizing how investors access information on Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:NOC) by pushing tailored financial content directly to mobile feeds. This update prioritizes proactive, mobile-first delivery of insights on defense contract wins, aerospace trends, and missile system developments, allowing retail investors to stay ahead without traditional searching. By leveraging user activity, Discover surfaces high-density stories, earnings recaps, and valuation metrics, democratizing access to critical market intelligence previously more accessible through institutional tools.

Investar Holding Corp is expanding its team in Hammond, Louisiana, and is currently seeking a Business Banking Relationship Manager II. This recruitment drive follows recent initiatives by the company, including online certificate of deposit promotions and continued focus on digital banking accessibility. The company remains active in introducing new service offerings to its customers.

Ralph Lauren (RL) stock reached an all-time high of $389.38, marking a 90.61% increase over the past year, driven by strong financial performance including a nearly 70% gross profit margin and a perfect Piotroski Score of 9. Despite an InvestingPro analysis suggesting the stock is currently overvalued, recent fiscal Q3 2026 results surpassed forecasts, with analysts like UBS and BofA Securities maintaining positive ratings and raising price targets. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.9125 per share.

Potomac Edison has introduced a new residential time-of-use rate for its Maryland customers, allowing them to pay less for electricity during off-peak hours. This rate encourages shifting high-energy activities to times when demand on the grid is lower, such as mornings, late evenings, and weekends. Customers can enroll by calling 1-800-686-0011 and will have their meter replaced to track on-peak and off-peak usage.

PNC Bank is laying off nearly 800 employees following its $4.1 billion acquisition of FirstBank. This move comes less than five months after the acquisition was finalized. The article, written by Lucas High, notes that subscribers can access more details.

State Street (NYSE:STT) reported a "blockbuster" first quarter, exceeding analyst expectations for both adjusted earnings per share and revenue. CEO Ron O'Hanley highlighted record fee revenue, net interest income, and total revenue, alongside significant operating leverage and pretax margin expansion. Following these strong results, several analysts, including RBC Capital, Truist Securities, Keefe Bruyette & Woods, and Morgan Stanley, increased their price targets for the company.

Kroger has launched its Online Deal Days from April 22 to May 5, offering significant savings on Pickup and Delivery orders, including $30 off first orders of $75+ and free delivery on orders over $50. The company highlights that delivery customers save an average of 47 minutes per order, while pickup customers save 29 minutes, emphasizing the convenience and efficiency of its online services. Boost by Kroger Plus members also receive additional exclusive discounts on produce, meat, and seafood during the event.

US stocks, including the Dow Jones, NASDAQ, and S&P 500, traded lower on Monday, while crude oil saw a significant surge of over 6%. Investar Holding Corp's shares gained more than 5% after reporting Q1 earnings that beat analyst estimates for adjusted earnings per share. Several other companies, including Enveric Biosciences, Sila Realty Trust, Clearmind Medicine, Passage Bio, Fermi Inc, and Sidus Space Inc, experienced notable stock movements due to various corporate announcements, including clinical trial results, acquisition agreements, and leadership changes.

Southern Company has announced a regular quarterly dividend of 76 cents per share, marking the 25th consecutive year of dividend increases. This raises the annualized dividend to $3.04 per share. Chairman, President and CEO Chris Womack emphasized that this achievement underscores the company's commitment to total shareholder return and delivering predictable value.