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Getinge AB (GETI B), a leading global provider of medical technology products and solutions, reported a 5.2% increase in sales for the first quarter of 2024, with a steady organic sales performance despite previous year's high comparative figures from COVID-19 impacts in China. The company's order intake rose by 7.8%, showing organic growth across all business areas and regions.

ServisFirst Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE:SFBS) began the first quarter of 2024 on a positive note, showcasing significant growth in net loans and a robust loan pipeline. The bank's Chief Credit Officer, Henry Abbott, reported an improvement in credit quality, while the Chief Financial Officer, Kirk Pressley, noted the highest net interest income since Q1 of 2023 and an optimistic outlook for the year. The bank is preparing to enter a new market and has strengthened its team with nine new bankers. Despite a rise in non-performing assets, which was attributed to a single credit, ServisFirst remains well-positioned against its competitors in this area. The bank's liquidity position appears solid, with expectations of deposit growth and a lift in yields on earning assets. ServisFirst's customer base is expanding, buoyed by a more optimistic outlook and receding recession concerns.

Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ:CATY) experienced a 13.4% decrease in net income during the first quarter of 2024, reporting $71.4 million, as revealed in their recent earnings call. The decline was attributed to a mark-to-market loss from equity securities and an increased FDIC special assessment. Despite a decrease in total gross loans, the bank saw a significant increase in total deposits.

Investing.com– Salesforce Inc (NYSE:CRM) has failed to reach an agreement to take over data-management software firm Informatica Inc (NYSE:INFA) after the two could not agree to a price, reports from the Wall Street Journal and Reuters showed on Sunday.

SHANGHAI (Reuters) – Chinese state fund Central Huijin Investment bought blue-chips worth at least $41 billion in the first quarter in a bid to shore up the sliding stock market, funds\’ latest quarterly reports show.

Liberty Energy (ticker: LBRT) has reported strong financial performance in the first quarter of 2024, with revenue reaching $1.1 billion and adjusted EBITDA standing at $245 million.

Forestar Group Inc . (NYSE:FOR) reported a robust performance in its second quarter, with a significant increase in net income and consolidated revenues. The company\’s net income rose by 67% to $45 million, while consolidated revenues grew by 11% to $333.8 million. The number of lots sold also saw a 10% increase, reaching 3,289.

First Industrial Realty Trust (NYSE: NYSE:FR), a leading player in the industrial real estate sector, has reported a strong performance in the first quarter of 2024. The company has successfully signed two major development leases and is making notable progress on its 2024 renewals. With a disciplined industrial market, First Industrial Realty Trust has seen a significant cash rental rate increase and is on track to meet its full-year sales guidance. Adjustments to same-store leasing assumptions have been made in light of economic uncertainty. The company has also provided an updated outlook for funds from operations (FFO) and expects solid growth in same-store net operating income (NOI).

(Reuters) – Oil and gold prices rose and Japan\’s yen rallied on Friday on reports Israeli missiles have hit a site in Iran.

In the first quarter of 2024, Sands Corporation (LVS) reported strong financial performance, bolstered by the continued growth of the Macao gaming market, which has reached $28 billion in annualized revenue. The company is optimistic about the market\’s future, projecting growth to $30 billion and beyond. With substantial investments in Macao and Singapore, Sands has positioned itself for industry-leading returns and captured high-value tourism. Despite ongoing renovations, the company achieved solid results, including a record EBITDA of $597 million in Singapore, and has increased its ownership interest in Sands China (OTC:SCHYY) to approximately 71%.

Kinder Morgan , Inc. (NYSE:KMI) has announced a positive outlook in its recent Quarterly Earnings Conference Call, emphasizing the increasing demand for electric power and the significant role that natural gas and nuclear will play in meeting this demand.

Grupo Financiero Banorte (GFNORTEO.MX), one of Mexico\’s largest financial groups, reported a robust first quarter with a 9% increase in net income and a 134 basis point improvement in return on equity (ROE). The bank\’s management discussed the positive momentum of the Mexican economy, driven by domestic demand, and a moderate inflation climate that allowed for a recent rate cut by the central bank.