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Travelzoo (TZOO) has launched new, exclusive Club Offers for U.S. members, providing curated travel deals. These include discounted packages to Portugal ($499), Bali (under $500 for two), and Hawaii ($799), alongside hotel stays across the U.S. for $99 or less and half-off treatments at 500+ spas. Savings are significant, but availability is limited. Travelzoo aims to capitalize on the travel industry’s recovery by offering value and unique experiences to its members.

Travelzoo (TZOO) announced new Club Offers for UK members on Nov 1, 2025, featuring curated travel deals. Offers include a Yorkshire manor escape for £69, a luxury Portuguese wine estate stay for £305pp, and a French Alps ski week with flights for £499pp. Other offers feature trips to the Spanish countryside and West End show with dinner. The deals, vetted by Travelzoo’s experts, aim to provide significant savings capitalizing on the increasing demand for value-driven travel experiences.

Tractor Supply Company celebrated National Hometown Heroes Day across 2,300+ stores, donating $500 per store to local fire, police, and veteran organizations – totaling over $1 million. The celebrations included Touch-a-Truck events, thank-you note stations, and a digital “Honor Wall”, uniting communities to recognize their local heroes. The initiative reflects the company’s strategic focus on rural communities and its commitment to social responsibility, fostering customer loyalty and brand affinity. Tractor Supply has donated over $3 million to support military personnel, veterans, and first responders since the initiative began in 2024.

Ibotta launches its sixth annual “Thanksgiving on Us” campaign on November 1, 2025, offering cash-back rewards on Thanksgiving grocery essentials amid rising inflation concerns. New users can potentially earn over $22 in rewards on staples. Existing users get cashback on side dishes and turkey opportunities via referrals. Ibotta is also donating $50,000 to Feeding America’s Community Response Fund. The company aims to ease financial strain on families and reinforces its commitment to social responsibility.

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.A; BRK.B) announced its Q3 and first nine months 2025 operating results. Net earnings attributable to Berkshire shareholders were $30.796 billion for Q3 2025, compared to $26.251 billion for Q3 2024. For the first nine months, the net earnings were $47.769 billion in 2025 and $69.301 billion in 2024. The company advises investors to review the 10-Q filing for a comprehensive understanding and cautioned against relying solely on the press release.

NIO Inc. reported record-high monthly deliveries of 40,397 vehicles in October 2025, a 92.6% year-over-year increase. Year-to-date deliveries reached 241,618, up 41.9% from the previous year, with cumulative deliveries totaling 913,182. The breakdown includes 17,143 NIO, 17,342 ONVO, and 5,912 FIREFLY vehicles. The ONVO L90 achieved over 10,000 deliveries monthly for three consecutive months after its launch in late July 2025.

Zeekr Intelligent Technology Holding Limited (ZK) announced October 2025 deliveries of 61,636 vehicles across Zeekr and Lynk & Co brands, a 9.8% year-over-year increase and a 20.5% month-over-month jump. Zeekr-branded EVs accounted for 21,423 units. The growth is attributed to customer trust, with over 2.15 million cumulative users. Zeekr focuses on differentiation through vehicle design, ADAS, OTA updates, and charging infrastructure. Analysts emphasize the importance of software, e-powertrain technology, and EV supply chain development for Zeekr’s long-term competitiveness.

XPeng reported a record-breaking month in October 2025, delivering 42,013 smart EVs, a 76% year-over-year increase. This marks the second consecutive month exceeding 40,000 deliveries. Year-to-date deliveries reached 355,209, a 190% increase from 2024. XPeng is expanding internationally, entering seven new markets, and its XNGP driver assistance system boasts an 86% urban driving penetration rate. The company will showcase its AI advancements at the upcoming XPeng AI Day event.

NETGEAR (NTGR) announced inducement equity awards, including time-based and performance-based restricted stock units (RSUs), to attract and retain new employees. The time-based RSUs cover 50,142 shares and vest over four years. One employee received performance-based RSUs tied to NETGEAR’s total shareholder return (TSR) compared to the Nasdaq Telecommunications Index (IXTC) through 2027. These awards align employee compensation with company performance, promoting innovation within the competitive networking solutions market.

Metsera, Inc. is facing a lawsuit from Pfizer amid Pfizer’s proposed acquisition of Metsera. Metsera stated they disagree with the allegations and will address them in court. The lawsuit introduces complexity to the acquisition process, potentially delaying or derailing the deal. Experts suggest the suit may involve intellectual property, regulatory compliance, or financial disclosures. The outcome depends on the strength of Pfizer’s claims and Metsera’s defense. The filing with the SEC highlights risks including litigation expenses, regulatory hurdles, and the success of pipeline products.