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General Dynamics’ largest shareholder cuts stake by about 10% since August 26
Longview Asset Management, the Henry Crown family office and General Dynamics’ largest shareholder, reduced its holding by nearly 10% between August 26 and October 1, selling about $1 billion of stock. In September, the firm accounted for 9.6% of all General Dynamics shares traded, while the stock fell 13% over the same period. The sales stood out as broader markets strengthened, with the S&P 500 rising during that time.
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American Express hit with $350 million OCC fine over suspected trade-based money laundering spanning June 2014 to May 2025
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency said American Express National Bank processed about $13 billion in suspected trade-based money laundering transactions from June 2014 to May 2025, including activity routed through accounts tied to bank insiders. American Express agreed to pay a $350 million penalty under an OCC consent order after the agency found the bank failed to maintain an effective Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering compliance program.
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MiniMed short interest estimated at 99% of float as share-swap arbitrage tightens supply
Data provider Ortex estimates that about 99% of MiniMed Group Inc.’s public float has been sold short, a sharp jump from prior levels. Ortex’s securities-lending data show borrow availability at just 0.08% of short interest. The report says the extreme figures may reflect arbitrage tied to Medtronic’s 90% stake and its stock-for-stock exchange offer, rather than a straightforward bearish bet.
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Nike’s share buybacks since June 2022 carry a $7.9 billion opportunity cost
Since launching its buyback program in June 2022, Nike has spent about $12.1 billion to repurchase 124.4 million shares at an average price of $97.57. The stock opened at $33.70, about 65% below the average buyback price, implying an opportunity cost of roughly $7.9 billion. Nike’s market capitalization has fallen from $187 billion in June 2022 to $51 billion, while the shares are down 46% year-to-date. The buyback program is currently paused, with $5.9 billion remaining under the authorization.
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