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CoStar Group (CSGP) reported strong Q2 2025 results, with revenue up 15% to $781 million. Adjusted EBITDA surged 108% to $85 million. Apartments.com drove net new bookings to a record $93 million, up 65% from Q1. Homes.com’s sales team grew significantly, and member agents secured 62% more listings. “Boost” was launched on Homes.com, enhancing property exposure. CoStar raised its full-year revenue guidance to $3.135-$3.155 billion and adjusted EBITDA to $370-$390 million. They expect Q3 revenue between $800 to $805 million

Interpublic Group (IPG) launched Agentic Systems for Commerce (ASC), an AI-powered platform optimizing brand performance across digital sales. ASC leverages data from Intelligence Node to provide insights into consumer behavior, monitoring SKU-level data like searches, shelf position, pricing, and inventory. Led by Dr. Jeriad Zoghby and supported by Yaniv Sarig, ASC has shown double-digit improvements in impressions and sales among early adopters. This strategic move signifies IPG’s expansion into AI-driven commerce solutions, aiming for higher-margin opportunities beyond traditional marketing services.

Global YouTube star MrBeast, boasting approximately 800 million followers across platforms, will debut on Chinese platform Kuaishou with a livestream on July 26th. Ranked #1 on Forbes’ Top Creators list, MrBeast is known for his visually spectacular, challenge-based content featuring cash giveaways and philanthropy. He is reportedly planning a large-scale program in China later this year, highlighting the growing trend of Western influencers expanding into the Chinese market. His content style involves time-intensive extreme challenges and lucrative cash prizes.

Coca-Cola reported a 1% increase in net revenue for Q2 2025, reaching $12.54 billion, with a significant 63% jump in operating income. Net profit attributable to shareholders was $3.81 billion. The company addressed rumors of a formula change, announcing the launch of a cane sugar-sweetened Coca-Cola product in the U.S. this fall. This cane sugar option will complement, not replace, existing products, offering consumers greater choice. The announcement follows reports of discussions with Donald Trump regarding the formula.

ECGI Holdings’ Uplist Ventures gained affiliate membership to TCA Venture Group, granting access to a network that has invested $280M in 545 companies, yielding $2.1B in follow-on funding and 126 exits. Uplist gains curated access to early and growth-stage startups, diversifying its portfolio which currently includes AI (Payday Fantasy), apparel (TrueToForm), equestrian lifestyle (Pacific Saddlery), and agri-tourism (Vintner’s Caldera Ranch). This alliance aims to enhance investment opportunities, rollup strategies, and potential IPOs.

Guo Ying, known online as “Cat Grandma,” has passed away at 92. Her granddaughter, Meiyao, shared the news, highlighting Guo Ying’s impact on her life and the online community. Meiyao had been documenting her grandmother’s life since 2018, showcasing her English skills, makeup experiments, and family photos. Guo Ying was remembered for her optimism, resilience, and generosity. Meiyao expressed gratitude for the support and will keep her grandmother’s videos online as a tribute.

JD.com launched its “Wan Dian Plan,” investing over 10 billion yuan ($1.4 billion USD) in the food delivery sector. This ambitious initiative signifies JD.com’

DeFi Development Corp. (DFDV) reported corrected holdings of 999,999 SOL and equivalents valued at $181M as of July 20, 2025. Recent acquisitions of 140,383 SOL at an average price of $133.53 were made using an Equity Line of Credit, issuing 740,000 new shares. The SOL per share increased 13% week-over-week. Generated 1,867 SOL from staking and validation. The company stakes unlocked SOL, yielding native returns, and hosts third-party delegated stakes.

Guangdong province is facing a surge in mosquito populations exacerbated by extreme weather conditions. This has led to a Chikungunya outbreak and a rapid increase in Dengue fever cases, raising public health concerns. The rising incidence of these mosquito-borne diseases poses a significant challenge for the region.

A potential ban on gasoline-powered vehicles for ride-hailing in Beijing, allegedly effective July 20th, has sparked significant reactions. News of the policy, attributed to the China Urban Public Transportation Association, caused EV drivers to rejoice while gasoline car drivers expressed concerns over vehicle depreciation and loans. The used car market reportedly saw a drop in prices for gasoline-powered ride-hailing vehicles.