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HII christened the future USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), the third Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer built at Ingalls Shipbuilding. The ship honors Senator Jeremiah Denton Jr., a decorated Vietnam War veteran. Speakers highlighted the shipbuilders’ dedication and the vessel’s role in national security. The destroyer features advanced technology, reflecting modern surface combatant capabilities, solidifying HII’s commitment to U.S. naval power.

HPE and Juniper Networks have reached an agreement with the DOJ, clearing the path for HPE’s acquisition of Juniper. This deal, valued at approximately $14 billion, aims to reshape the networking landscape. Combining HPE’s strengths in areas like AI and hybrid cloud with Juniper’s networking expertise will create a modern network architecture tailored for AI workloads, fostering competition and accelerating innovation in the market. As part of the settlement, HPE will divest its global Instant On business.

Destination XL Group (DXLG) is expanding its retail presence with a new store in Selma, TX, its sixth this fiscal year. Catering to the Big + Tall men’s apparel market, the store offers a wide range of brands and features FiTMAP® Sizing Technology for personalized fitting. The store opened on June 28, 2025, solidifying DXLG’s commitment to providing stylish clothing and a positive shopping experience.

Rocket Lab successfully launched its 68th Electron rocket mission, deploying a satellite for a commercial customer. The “Symphony In The Stars” launch, from New Zealand, set a company record for rapid turnaround. This mission is the first of two for the customer, demonstrating Electron’s reliability and Rocket Lab’s commitment to consistent space access. This is the tenth successful Electron mission of the year, solidifying its position as leader in small satellite launches.

S&P Global Ratings downgraded Ecopetrol’s global credit rating to BB from BB+, mirroring Colombia’s sovereign rating cut. The outlook remains negative. Despite the downgrade, Ecopetrol’s Stand-Alone Credit Profile was affirmed at bb+. S&P cited Ecopetrol’s importance to national revenue and its role in the nation’s energy transition. The agency expects a leverage ratio between 2.0x and 2.5x and a 40% EBITDA margin. Ecopetrol’s 2040 strategy focusing on growth and diversification was also highlighted.

Reyna Silver Corp. completed a $1.1 million non-brokered private placement, linked to Torex Gold Resources Inc.’s acquisition of Reyna. The placement, priced at $0.095 per unit, includes warrants exercisable at $0.13. Proceeds will fund option agreement payments and exploration in Nevada. Completion is contingent on TSXV approval, with securities subject to a four-month hold period. Reyna Silver focuses on high-grade silver deposits in North America, including projects in Nevada and Mexico.

United Lithium Corp. announced the results of its annual general meeting held on June 27, 2025, with strong shareholder support. All director nominees were successfully elected with over 93% votes in favor. Shareholders also reappointed the company’s auditor. The meeting saw 4,789,956 shares represented, highlighting investor confidence in United Lithium’s strategy.

Jayden Resources Inc. (JDN) secured a $250,000 loan to support operations, with repayment due in one year or upon a private placement. The loan has a 10% annual interest rate and is subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval, earmarked for working capital. The announcement includes forward-looking statements and cautions about potential risks.

Ascent Solar Technologies is offering 1,000,000 shares of common stock or pre-funded warrants, alongside warrants for another 1,000,000 shares, priced at $2.00 per share. The offering, led by H.C. Wainwright & Co., aims to raise $2 million, with an anticipated close by June 30, 2025. Proceeds will fund working capital, product development, and general expenses. The company’s focus is on high-performance flexible solar panels for various applications.

Shell plc announced the repurchase of a significant number of its own shares on June 27, 2025, as part of its capital management strategy. The announcement details the aggregated share repurchase transactions, including the number of shares purchased, prices paid, venue, and currency. This is part of a buy-back program initiated in May 2025.