June 1, 2026

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Pathward Financial (NASDAQ: CASH) — Pathward Financial was named to the Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Inc. 2026 Bank Honor Roll, placing it among 17 U.S. financial institutions recognized for consistent earnings growth. The list recognizes only 6 percent of eligible banks.

SAB BIO (NASDAQ: SABS) — SAB Biotherapeutics reported first quarter earnings on May 12. The pre-revenue company received a significant regulatory boost: The FDA confirmed in writing that C-peptide can be used as a surrogate end point for accelerated approval of SAB-142, the company’s lead Type 1 diabetes candidate. Management calls it a meaningful reduction in regulatory risk for the program.

First Interstate BancSystem (NASDAQ: FIBK) — First Interstate BancSystem hosted its annual shareholder meeting May 27. The bank also paid a quarterly cash dividend of 47 cents per share on May 21 to shareholders of record as of May 11.

The Bancorp (NASDAQ: TBBK) — The Bancorp held its annual meeting on May 27. The company continued to prioritize capital returns through share repurchases, with management’s outlook calling for about $200 million in total buybacks, or roughly $50 million per quarter.

Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) — Wells Fargo has launched Advisor Gateway, a modernized desktop tool for financial advisors that will advance the client-advisor relationship through innovative technology, including generative AI capabilities.

NorthWestern Energy (NASDAQ: NWE) — NorthWestern Energy’s first quarter earnings report showed solid headline numbers. Revenue came in at $516.6 million, and the company’s earnings per share of $1.31 beat expectations for $1.29.

CNH Industrial (NYSE: CNH) — CNH Industrial’s first quarter earnings report showed revenue slightly ahead of expectations, while EPS was in line with analyst estimates. The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, citing continued headwinds from global tariffs as well as weak demand and financial stress among farmers in South America, particularly in Brazil where fertilizer and transportation costs remain elevated.

Citigroup (NYSE: C) — For the 16th consecutive year, Citigroup was named the No. 1 U.S. Affordable Housing Lender according to Affordable Housing Finance magazine. The bank provided $7.7 billion in financing in 2025, supporting more than 35,000 affordable homes.

Smithfield Foods (NASDAQ: SFD) — Just in time for summer, Smithfield Foods’ Nathan’s Famous brand partnered with Great Wolf Lodge on a limited-time “Hot Dog Days of Summer” menu. The menu celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with regional hot dogs inspired by iconic U.S. flavors

McDonald’s (NYSE: MCD) — McDonald’s reported first quarter earnings on May 7. The company pointed to its McValue platform as a key part of its effort to regain traction with budget-conscious consumers. Global comparable sales rose 3.8 percent, but management said food, paper and energy costs, as well as supply chain volatility, could pressure margins for the rest of the year.

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) — Walmart reported first quarter results on May 21. The retailer cited stronger traffic and transaction growth at U.S. Walmart locations and Sam’s Club stores, supported by its everyday low-price strategy and strong general merchandise performance, especially in fashion and beauty.

Target (NYSE: TGT) — Target delivered one of the best surprises this earnings season. First quarter net sales rose 6.7 percent, and comparable sales increased 5.6 percent, marking the retailer’s first positive comparable sales quarter in five quarters. Growth was broad-based across stores, digital and all six core merchandise categories.

Macy’s (NYSE: M) — Bluemercury, Macy’s luxury beauty nameplate, announced May 19 that it is partnering with Flex, the HSA/FSA growth platform for leading health and wellness brands. The partnership will allow customers to use pre-tax funds on eligible products on Bluemercury.com.

Dillard’s (NYSE: DDS) — Dillard’s reported first quarter results on May 14, posting net income of $250.6 million, or $16.04 per share. Total retail sales and comparable store sales each increased 3 percent. In addition, Dillard’s announced that it will pay a cash dividend of 30 cents per share to shareholders on Aug. 3 to shareholders of record as of June 30.

Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) — Amazon India reported strong customer demand during the Amazon Great Summer Sale. The event delivered double-digit year-over-year growth, led by smartphones, large appliances and home entertainment. In the report, Amazon also highlighted the adoption of AI-powered shopping tools, including Rufus, Lens AI, AI Review Highlights and Buying Guides.

Costco (NASDAQ: COST) — Costco reported its third quarter results on May 28. Revenue of $70.53 billion beat analyst expectations of $69.68 billion, supported by 11.6 percent net sales growth and higher membership fee income. While EPS of $4.93 was 5 cents below estimates, management said value-focused consumers continued to support demand.

Ford Motor (NYSE: F) — On May 11, Ford Motor launched Ford Energy, a wholly-owned subsidiary focused on stationary battery energy storage systems for utilities, data centers and commercial customers. Investors are pointing to the grid-scale opportunity, with Morgan Stanley estimating that Ford Energy could be worth $10 billion as a stand-alone operation.

General Motors (NYSE: GM) — General Motors announced a $50 million commitment to support Michigan communities. The funding will run through 2030 and focus on science, technology, engineering, arts and math, or STEAM, education, workforce development and skilled trades training across the state. This builds on the company’s long-standing commitment to help create opportunities for students, educators and families across the state.

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