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📅May 8, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Q1 2026 corporate earnings highlight revenue growth for Hertz and Lazard, Liberty Media results, Philippine firms report, amid global market optimism and US-Iran talks.
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Hertz Q1 2026 Revenue Surges 11% to $2.0B, Losses Narrow

Hertz Global Holdings reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $2.0 billion, up 11% year-over-year, with Adjusted Corporate EBITDA improving nearly 50% to $(161) million. Despite a GAAP net loss of $333 million, pricing rose 5% to $57.38 per day and depreciation fell 13%. The company launched Oro Mobility and expanded digital sales Source 2.

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Lazard Reports Q1 2026 Results and Announces Campbell Lutyens Acquisition

Lazard released its first-quarter 2026 financial results and agreed to acquire Campbell Lutyens, positioning itself as the global leader in private capital advisory. The firm also hired Michael Ure for its Energy & Infrastructure group and declared a $0.50 quarterly dividend per share. Additional highlights include AI's impact on tech M&A Source 3.

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Liberty Media Corporation Releases Q1 2026 Financial and Operating Results

Liberty Media Corporation announced its first-quarter 2026 financial and operating results, continuing a history of strong returns. The company is set to present at J.P. Morgan events, with investor relations based in Englewood, CO Source 4.

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OceanaGold, Century Pacific Report Strong Q1 Earnings in Philippines

Philippine corporate earnings from OceanaGold, Century Pacific, East West Bank, and Puregold were featured in Market Edge updates. These results contributed to discussions on local stock market and peso performance amid global influences Source 1.

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Philippine Stocks and Peso Update Amid Global Optimism

Market Edge reported on the Philippine stock market and peso, boosted by US-Iran peace deal optimism and AI tech rally. HSBC analyzed the 2.8% Q1 GDP growth miss and rice price impacts on households Source 1.

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US-Iran Peace Deal Negotiations Spark Global Market Rally

Optimism over a US-Iran framework for deeper talks and easing Strait of Hormuz standoff fueled global markets, including AI tech rally. President Trump announced major war developments Source 1Source 6.

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Knight Cancer Institute Secures Multi-Million Grant for Cancer Research

The Knight Cancer Institute received a multi-million dollar grant to study cancer spread and test treatments using 'organs on a chip' technology. This advances innovative oncology research Source 5.

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DOJ Probes $2.6B Oil Trades Ahead of Price Drop

The DOJ and CFTC are investigating four oil market trades profiting over $2.6 billion by betting on price drops, linked to President Trump's war announcements. Sources confirm the probes into suspicious timing Source 6.

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Ameresco and HASI Form Neogenyx Fuels Joint Venture for Biofuels

Ameresco and HASI announced Neogenyx Fuels, a JV to accelerate advanced biofuels growth, tied to a $1.8 billion transaction. This supports Lazard's energy sector advisory Source 3.

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UPS Faces Civil Lawsuits Over Louisville Plane Crash Killing 15

UPS and partners hit with lawsuits from over 100 victims alleging negligence in the November plane crash into a Louisville neighborhood. The incident killed 15 people Source 6.

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Medicare Expands Access to GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs with Warnings

Medicare recipients gain access to popular GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, with cost details released, alongside warnings about dangerous bootleg versions. This expands treatment options Source 6.