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Leafly Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LFLY#NASDAQ">LFLY</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(1.09) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.81) by 34.57 percent. This is a 60.93 percent increase over losses of $(2.79) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $9.05 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $9.10 million by 0.57 percent. This is a 19.57 percent decrease over sales of $11.25 million the same period last year.

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CORRECTION: Leafly Holdings Q1 EPS $(1.09) Misses $(0.81) Estimate, Sales $9.05M Miss $9.10M Estimate

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/curlf#OTC">CURLF</a>), a leading international cannabis company, reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2024. Curaleaf&rsquo;s CEO, Matt Darin, highlighted the company&#39;s focus on expanding its brand globally, leveraging significant market catalysts such as legislative changes in key regions like New York, Germany&nbsp;and several U.S. states.
<h3>Financial Performance</h3>
Curaleaf announced a first-quarter revenue of $339 million, reflecting a 2% increase year-over-year.
The adjusted gross margin rose to 48%, showcasing efficient cost management and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/04/38386324/whos-winning-in-weed-analyst-looks-at-cannabis-markets-big-players-where-are-the-be">operational improvements</a>.
The company&#39;s Adjusted EBITDA stood at $77 million, representing 23% of the revenue.&nbsp;This figure indicates a 40 basis point enhancement compared to the same period last year, illustrating subtle yet positive <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/05/38559933/billions-on-the-move-tracking-market-cap-changes-in-top-cannabis-firms-after-dea-rescheduling-an">financial shifts</a>.
Despite these gains, Curaleaf reported a significant net loss of $48.3 million, signaling <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/05/38656307/big-players-in-u-s-cannabis-could-play-the-stock-value-card-in-m-a-new-report-shows">ongoing investments</a> and expansion costs that impact short-term profitability.
<h3>Strategic Developments</h3>
The quarter saw the launch of innovative products such as Stir by Zero Proof, a fast-acting THC beverage in Illinois&nbsp;and Stiq, a new vape product in Arizona. An there was the acquisition of Northern Green Canada (NGC).
The company ended the quarter with $105 million in cash as well as&nbsp;generating $46 million in operating cash flow and $33 million in free cash flow.
<h3>Global Expansion And Market Dynamics</h3>
With the cannabis industry&#39;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/04/38531355/cannabis-stocks-and-etfs-surge-as-dea-moves-to-reschedule-marijuana">landscape evolving</a>, Curaleaf&#39;s<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/04/38358224/curaleaf-boosts-international-presence-with-another-cannabis-acquisition"> transition</a> from a multi-state operator (MSO) to a multi-country pperator (MCO) is timely. The company now operates in over 15 countries, with recent regulatory advancements likely to bolster its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/05/38603896/credit-check-what-does-dea-rescheduling-mean-for-cannabis-credit-ratings-big-companies-risk-retu">market position</a>.
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Curaleaf Reports Q1 2024 Revenue Of $339M, 48% Gross Margin Amid Strategic Global Expansion

Jushi Holdings Inc. (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jushf#OTC">JUSHF</a>), a leading multi-state cannabis operator, reported its financial outcomes Thursday&nbsp;for the first quarter of 2024, highlighting advancements in profitability and operational efficiency.
Jim Cacioppo, CEO of Jushi, expressed satisfaction with the company&#39;s progress, noting the increased gross profit margin and successful introduction of high-margin products. &quot;Our commitment to operational improvements and product innovation is reflected in our improved margins and Adjusted EBITDA,&quot; Cacioppo stated.
<h3>Financial Highlights</h3>
In the first quarter, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/05/g38743278/jushi-holdings-inc-reports-first-quarter-2024-financial-results">Jushi reported</a> a total revenue of $65.5 million, underpinned by strategic <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/03/37722460/jushi-beats-all-expectations-cannabis-company-surpasses-analysts-4q23-sales-and-pro">brand and product expansions</a>.
Despite the revenue, the company experienced a net loss of $18.4 million, marking an increase from the previous year&#39;s loss of $12.4 million in Q1 2023. This loss reflects ongoing investments in growth initiatives.
The gross profit for the period was&nbsp;$32.3 million, with a&nbsp;margin expanding to 49.4%. This improvement is attributed to Jushi&#39;s effective execution of its operational enhancement strategies.
<h3>Earnings Insights</h3>
The company&#39;s adjusted EBITDA was reported at $13.3 million, improving by $5.7 million year-over-year, which demonstrates a strengthened financial discipline and operational efficiency.
The adjusted EBITDA margin also saw an increase to 20.4%, signifying better profitability.
<h3>Operational Developments</h3>
Jushi has continued to innovate its product offerings, launching 443 new unique SKUs in Q1, a significant increase compared to Q4 2023. The company also opened its 17th Beyond Hello&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/02/37242307/jushi-holdings-revs-up-unleashing-torque-in-pennsylvania-and-virginias-cannabis-expansion">dispensary in Pennsylvania</a>, expanding its retail footprint and consumer reach.
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Jushi Holdings Q1 2024: Cannabis Gross Margin Climbs To 49.4%, Net Loss Widens To $18.4M

Kenneth Young, B&amp;W's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Despite what has historically been a seasonally softer period for our business, customer activity across all segments remains robust, reinforcing our positive outlook for 2024. We recently increased our full-year Adjusted EBITDA guidance to a range of $105 million to $115 million, excluding BrightLoop and ClimateBright expenses, following stronger-than-expected signings and commitments during the first quarter of 2024. Our commitment to operational excellence remains strong, as we continue to focus on strategically investing in future growth through our ClimateBright decarbonization platform and BrightLoop hydrogen generation technology."

Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Says Despite What Has Historically Been A Seasonally Softer Period For Our Business, Customer Activity Across All Segments Remains Robust, Reinforcing Outlook For 2024. We Recently Increased Our Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA Guidance Of $105M-$115M

Second Quarter 2024 Outlook
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<td>$730 - $750 million</td>
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<td>30.7% - 31.2%</td>
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<td>SG&amp;A as percentage of revenue</td>
<td>21.5% - 22.0%</td>
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<td>3.0% - 3.7%</td>
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<td>11.0% - 11.5%</td>
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&#x2A;Note: Guidance percentage metrics are approximate.&nbsp;&nbsp; For a reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA margin, see the table entitled "Reconciliation of Guidance Operating Margin to Guidance Adjusted EBITDA Margin" below.
Revenue in the second quarter of 2024 is expected to be 24-26% lower than prior year and 9-11% lower sequentially. Nurse and Allied Solutions segment revenue is expected to be down 36-38% year over year. Physician and Leadership Solutions segment revenue is expected to grow approximately 10% year over year. Technology and Workforce Solutions segment revenue is projected to be approximately 12% lower year over year. Second quarter estimates for certain other financial items include depreciation of $18 million, depreciation in cost of revenue of $1.8 million, non-cash amortization expense of $25 million, share-based compensation expense of $7 million, integration and other expenses of $7 million, interest expense of $16 million, an adjusted tax rate of 30%, and 38.3 million diluted average shares outstanding.

AMN Healthcare Services Sees Q2 Revenue $730M-$750M Vs $776.83M Est.

2024 Second-Quarter Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA Guidance
"For the second quarter, ISG is targeting revenues of between $65 million and $67 million and adjusted EBITDA of between $7.0 million and $8.0 million. We will continue to monitor the macroeconomic environment, including the impact of FX, inflation and other factors, and adjust our business plans accordingly," said Connors.

Information Services Group Sees Q2 Revenue $65M-$67M Vs $67.79M Est.; Adj EBITDA $7M-$8M

Former President Donald Trump spoke positively about cryptocurrency<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/05/38739003/how-much-did-donald-trumps-crypto-portfolio-pump-after-he-said-hes-fine-with-it"> during a speech Wednesday, May 8, 2024. </a>
The comments from Trump are creating optimism for the crypto market under a potential re-election of Trump in the 2024 presidential election.
Trump Flips On Crypto Opinion: While Trump praised the cryptocurrency market during his speech, also saying his campaign would accept crypto for donations and pro-crypto voters<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/05/38736514/donald-trump-says-you-better-vote-for-him-if-youre-pro-crypto-but-has-he-always-been-fine-"> should support him</a>, he hasn't always been supportive of cryptocurrency.
"If you like crypto in any form … if you're in favor of crypto you'd better vote for Trump," the former president said to the crowd on May 8.
Trump has been known for being vocal about a number of topics and people over the years, often sharing those opinions on social media platforms. One of the many sectors Trump has been outspoken about is the cryptocurrency sector.
In 2019, Trump spoke out about Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) and cryptocurrency.
"I am not a fan of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, which are not money, and whose value is highly volatile and based on thin air," Trump <a href="https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1149472282584072192">tweeted </a>on July 11, 2019.
Trump also went on to call out Libra, a virtual currency that Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) was working on at the time.
"If Facebook and other companies want to become a bank, they must seek a new Banking Charter and become subject to all Banking Regulations, just like other Banks."
Trump said the real currency is the U.S. dollar, which he added would remain the "most dominant currency anywhere in the world."
Investing $1,000 in Bitcoin: On the day Trump blasted Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, the leading cryptocurrency traded between $11,158.92 and $12,144.62.
Based on the high of the day, an investor could have purchased 0.0823 BTC at the time of Trump's tweet.
That $1,000 investment would be worth $5,138.70 today based on a price of $62,438.61 for Bitcoin at the time of writing. This represents a return of 413.9%.
At its peak of $73,750.07 set in March 2024, the investment would have been worth $6,069.63, up 506.9% from the time of Trump's tweet.
Related Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/23/08/34029277/exclusive-cathie-wood-says-bitcoin-is-key-2024-election-issue-for-young-voters" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EXCLUSIVE: Cathie Wood Says Bitcoin Is Key 2024 Election Issue For Young Voters</a>
Why It's Important: While he criticized Bitcoin in 2019, Trump would later use the power of cryptocurrency to launch his own <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/22/12/30095836/donald-trump-nfts-are-here-how-you-can-buy-them-and-get-dinner-with-the-former-president">non-fungible token collection.</a> 
Trump has now launched three NFT collections since December 2022. Many on social media were quick to point out the previous comments against cryptocurrency by the former president at the time his NFTs launched.
The price of Bitcoin soared in 2023 and 2024, rebounding from a 2022 year that saw a drop in the price due to volatility from the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/22/11/29681030/ftx-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy"> bankruptcies of several </a>cryptocurrency trading platforms.
The approval of Bitcoin ETFs in 2024 increased optimism for the crypto sector and helped kick off new all-time highs for Bitcoin months later.
Skeptics of Bitcoin such as Trump have been proven wrong over the years with the price of Bitcoin soaring to new highs and gains outpacing other assets.
This article was previously published by Benzinga and has been updated.
Read Next: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/24/04/38152630/if-you-invested-1-000-in-meta-platforms-stock-when-donald-trump-said-facebook-was-always-ant">If You Invested $1,000 In Meta Platforms Stock When Donald Trump Said Facebook Was Always Anti-Trump, Here&#8217;s How Much You&#8217;d Have Now</a>
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NextDecade (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEXT#NASDAQ">NEXT</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.11 per share. This is a 147.83 percent increase over losses of $(0.23) per share from the same period last year.

NextDecade Q1 EPS $0.11 Up From $(0.23) YoY

Electric vehicle leader Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) began deliveries of the highly anticipated Cybertruck <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/23/11/36032944/cybertruck-delivery-event-elon-musk-highlights-teslas-best-product-says-finally-the">pickup truck in November.</a>
The vehicle is only available in the U.S. and has a long waiting list.
What Happened: The Cybertruck remains in high demand among many Tesla fans with some people even buying reservation places in line to get <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/12/36184372/tesla-cybertruck-early-reservation-spots-fetch-big-bucks-on-ebay-would-you-pay-10k-to-get-yours-asap">the vehicle on eBay.</a>
While consumers might be willing to pay a little extra to get their hands on a Cybertruck, it's unclear how much one potentially wealthy Russian spent to try and smuggle in two Cybertrucks to the country.
The Lithuanian customs office <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=409391498690126&amp;t=0">shared </a>that it detained two Cybertrucks at the Salčininku checkpoint, which borders Lithuania and Belarus. As shared via a Facebook video, the customs office believes the vehicles may have been headed to Russia.
The Cybertrucks in question were made in 2023 and were among the first production units of the Tesla vehicle according to the video, as <a href="https://www.pcmag.com/news/lithuanian-customs-officials-seize-2-cybertrucks-being-smuggled-into-russia">shared </a>by PC Mag.
"It is suspected that these cars would later be transported and registered in Russia," the video post said according to a translation.
Lithuania is a member of the European Union, which currently doesn't allow passenger vehicle exports to Russia.
"A pre-trial investigation has been launched into smuggling and violation of international sanctions."
The drivers of the vehicles were released after questioning according to the post.
Related Link: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38390883/tesla-q1-earnings-highlights-ev-giant-misses-wall-street-estimates-makes-cost-cuts-invests-in-ai-sp">Tesla Q1 Earnings Highlights: EV Giant Misses Wall Street Estimates, Makes Cost Cuts, Invests In AI, Speeds Launch Of New Models</a>
Why It's Important: While the Cybertruck is not for sale in Europe, Tesla will be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38483089/after-china-tesla-announces-european-tour-for-cybertruck-despite-sales-being-limited-to-us">doing a marketing tour</a> of the vehicle in May and June.
It is unknown who the vehicles may have been for and the investigation may never find out.
Russian President Vladimir Putin <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/02/37023343/theres-no-stopping-elon-musk-says-putin-in-tucker-carlson-chat-remains-non-commital-on-releasing-imp">praised Tesla CEO </a>Elon Musk in an interview with Tucker Carlson earlier this year.
"I think there's no stopping Elon Musk," Putin said.
Putin called Musk "a smart guy" and a "talented businessman."
At least one Cybertruck made its way to Russia with the owner showing the vehicle off on YouTube, according to <a href="https://www.autoevolution.com/news/tesla-cybertruck-spotted-in-moscow-russians-not-impressed-233270.html">AutoEvolution</a>.
That vehicle was brought into Russia via Belarus. The owner said the amount paid for the Cybertruck was an offer the original purchaser couldn't refuse.
Read Next: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38483089/after-china-tesla-announces-european-tour-for-cybertruck-despite-sales-being-limited-to-us">Tesla Cybertruck The New Celebrity Fashion Accessory? Steve Aoki, Big Sean Latest To Own EV</a>
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Legacy Housing (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEGH#NASDAQ">LEGH</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.60 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.58 by 3.45 percent. This is a 7.69 percent decrease over earnings of $0.65 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $43.243 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $38.174 million by 13.28 percent. This is a 18.19 percent decrease over sales of $52.857 million the same period last year.

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Legacy Housing Q1 2024 GAAP EPS $0.60 Beats $0.58 Estimate, Sales $43.243M Beat $38.174M Estimate

Mercer Intl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MERC#NASDAQ">MERC</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.25) per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.26) by 3.85 percent. This is a 45.65 percent increase over losses of $(0.46) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $553.430 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $508.000 million by 8.94 percent. This is a 5.89 percent increase over sales of $522.666 million the same period last year.

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Mercer Intl Q1 2024 GAAP EPS $(0.25) Beats $(0.26) Estimate, Sales $553.430M Beat $508.000M Estimate

AMN Healthcare Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMN#NYSE">AMN</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.97 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.96 by 1.04 percent. This is a 61.04 percent decrease over earnings of $2.49 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $820.878 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $816.537 million by 0.53 percent. This is a 27.10 percent decrease over sales of $1.126 billion the same period last year.

AMN Healthcare Services Q1 2024 Adj EPS $0.97 Beats $0.96 Estimate, Sales $820.878M Beat $816.537M Estimate

Nektar Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKTR#NASDAQ">NKTR</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.19) per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.20) by 5 percent. This is a 73.97 percent increase over losses of $(0.73) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $21.639 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $15.342 million by 41.05 percent. This is a 0.21 percent increase over sales of $21.594 million the same period last year.

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Nektar Therapeutics Q1 2024 GAAP EPS $(0.19) Beats $(0.20) Estimate, Sales $21.639M Beat $15.342M Estimate

Information Servs Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/III#NASDAQ">III</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.01 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.06 by 83.33 percent. This is a 91.67 percent decrease over earnings of $0.12 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $64.269 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $66.052 million by 2.70 percent. This is a 18.11 percent decrease over sales of $78.486 million the same period last year.

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Information Servs Gr Q1 2024 Adj EPS $0.01 Misses $0.06 Estimate, Sales $64.269M Miss $66.052M Estimate

Babcock &amp; Wilcox (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BW#NYSE">BW</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.22) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.14) by 57.14 percent. This is a 22.22 percent decrease over losses of $(0.18) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $207.600 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $206.675 million by 0.45 percent. This is a 13.97 percent decrease over sales of $241.300 million the same period last year.

Babcock & Wilcox Q1 2024 GAAP EPS $(0.22) Misses $(0.14) Estimate, Sales $207.600M Beat $206.675M Estimate

For the second quarter of 2024:
<ul>
<li>SaaS and license revenue is expected to be in the range of $153.8 million to $154.0 million.</li>
</ul>
For the full year 2024:
<ul>
<li>SaaS and license revenue is expected to be in the range of $624.5 million to $625.0 million.</li>
<li>Total revenue is expected to be in the range of $914.5 million to $931.0 million, which includes anticipated hardware and other revenue in the range of $290.0 million to $306.0 million.</li>
<li>Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $164.0 million to $166.0 million.</li>
<li>Non-GAAP adjusted net income attributable to common stockholders is expected to be in the range of $118.5 million to $119.5 million, based on an estimated tax rate of 21.0%.</li>
<li>Based on an expected 55.3 million weighted average diluted shares outstanding, non-GAAP adjusted net income attributable to common stockholders is expected to be $2.14 to $2.16 per diluted share.</li>
</ul>
The 2024 guidance provided above is forward-looking in nature. Actual results may differ materially. See the cautionary note regarding "Forward-Looking Statements" below. The guidance provided above is based on expectations as of the date of this press release and Alarm.com undertakes no obligation to update guidance after such date.

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Alarm.com Sees Q2 Saas And License Revenue $153.8M-$154M; FY24 SaaS And License Revenue $624.5M-$625M; FY24 EPS $2.14-$2.16 Vs $2.14 Est.; Total Revenue $914.5M-$931M Vs $925.18M Est.

Stellus Cap Investment (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCM#NYSE">SCM</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.44 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.45 by 2.22 percent. This is a 2.22 percent decrease over earnings of $0.45 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $25.996 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $26.643 million by 2.43 percent. This is a 7.98 percent increase over sales of $24.075 million the same period last year.

Stellus Cap Investment Q1 2024 Adj EPS $0.44 Misses $0.45 Estimate, Sales $25.996M Miss $26.643M Estimate

<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Top Stories for May 9, 2024:</h1>
<ol>
<li>Piedmont Lithium (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLL#NASDAQ">PLL</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/05/38727020/piedmont-lithium-q1-2024-adj-eps-0-61-misses-0-54-estimate-sales-13-400m-miss-15-367m-estimate">reported Q1 results</a> with a record production of 40,439 dry metric tons (dmt) at North American Lithium, which achieved record lithium recoveries of 69%.&nbsp;</li>
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The company expects full run-rate production in the second half of the year and plans to ship about 126,000 dmt for the full year, primarily in the second half.&nbsp;
Revenue reached $13.4 million from sales of 15,500 dmt of spodumene concentrate, with $71.4 million in cash on hand as of March 31, 2024.&nbsp;
Piedmont anticipates shipment volumes to double and investment costs to halve in the second half of 2024.
A mining permit for Carolina Lithium was also issued in May 2024, boosting funding discussions.&nbsp;
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<li>Ramaco Resources (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/METC#NASDAQ">METC</a>) reported first-quarter net income of $2 million and adjusted EBITDA of $24.2 million, both down significantly from the fourth quarter of 2023. </li>
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Lower coal prices and higher mining costs due to challenging geology and labor issues impacted results.&nbsp;
The company shipped most of its exports in March at low price points and increased its credit facility to $200 million with an option to expand to $275 million.
Rameco also declared quarterly dividends for Class A and B shares, payable in June 2024.
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The company had a solid quarter, paying down $100 million in debt, reducing total debt to $150 million and increasing liquidity to $966 million.&nbsp;
Revenue was predominantly from gold (75%), followed by silver (13%) and copper (9%). The company sold 71,900 gold equivalent ounces and maintained a high adjusted EBITDA margin of 79%. 
The quarterly dividend was increased by 7% to 40 cents per share and, post-quarter, the company repaid an additional $75 million in debt, bringing total debt down to $75 million.
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EBITDA for Aluminum Extrusions decreased to $12.5 million from $14.6 million year-over-year, while EBITDA for PE Films increased to $6.9 million from $1.8 million.&nbsp;
Sales volume across sectors showed mixed results, with net new orders up 61% from the first quarter of 2023. 
The company is in the process of selling its flexible packaging films division, Terphane.
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The announcement date, though subject to change, has not been previously reported. Bloomberg and the Information have reported that Microsoft -backed OpenAI is working on a search product to potentially compete with Alphabet's Google and with Perplexity, a well-funded AI search startup.
OpenAI declined to comment.
The announcement could be timed a day before the Tuesday start of Google's annual I/O conference, where the tech giant is expected to unveil a slew of AI-related products.
OpenAI's search product is an extension of its flagship ChatGPT product, and enables ChatGPT to pull in direct information from the Web and include citations, according to Bloomberg. ChatGPT is OpenAI's chatbot product that uses the company's cutting-edge AI models to generate human-like responses to text prompts.
Industry observers have long called ChatGPT an alternative for gathering online information, though it has struggled with providing accurate and real-time information from the Web. OpenAI earlier gave it an <a href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/openai-says-chatgpt-can-now-browse-internet-2023-09-27/">integration with Microsoft's Bing</a> for paid subscribers. Meanwhile, Google has <a href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/google-expected-unveil-its-answer-microsofts-ai-search-challenge-2023-05-10/">announced generative AI features</a> for its own namesake engine.
Startup Perplexity, which has a valuation of $1 billion, was founded by a former OpenAI researcher, and has gained traction through providing an AI-native search interface that shows citations in results and images as well as text in its responses. It has 10 million monthly active users, according to a January blog post from the startup.
At the time, OpenAI's ChatGPT product was called the fastest application to ever reach 100 million monthly active users after it launched in late 2022. However, worldwide traffic to ChatGPT's website has been on a roller-coaster ride in the past year and is only now returning to its May 2023 peak, according to analytics firm <a href="https://www.similarweb.com/blog/insights/ai-news/chatgpt-rebuilds/">Similarweb, opens new tab</a>, and the AI company is under pressure to expand its user base.
An earlier attempt to bring updated and real-world information in to ChatGPT, called ChatGPT plugins, was retired in April, according to a help center posting on OpenAI's website.

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