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The Home Depot Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results; Updates Fiscal 2025 Guidance

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The Home Depot logo.

ATLANTA, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Home Depot®, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, today reported sales of $41.4 billion for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, an increase of $1.1 billion, or 2.8% from the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Total sales include approximately $900 million from the recent acquisition of GMS Inc. (GMS), which represents approximately eight weeks of sales in the quarter. Comparable sales for the third quarter of fiscal 2025 increased 0.2%, and comparable sales in the U.S. increased 0.1%.

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Net earnings for the third quarter of fiscal 2025 were $3.6 billion, or $3.62 per diluted share, compared with net earnings of $3.6 billion, or $3.67 per diluted share, in the same period of fiscal 2024.

Adjusted(1) diluted earnings per share for the third quarter of fiscal 2025 were $3.74, compared with adjusted diluted earnings per share of $3.78 in the same period of fiscal 2024.

“Our results missed our expectations primarily due to the lack of storms in the third quarter, which resulted in greater than expected pressure in certain categories. Additionally, while underlying demand in the business remained relatively stable sequentially, an expected increase in demand in the third quarter did not materialize. We believe that consumer uncertainty and continued pressure in housing are disproportionately impacting home improvement demand,” said Ted Decker, chair, president and CEO. “Our teams are continuing to execute at a high level and we believe we are growing our market share. I would like to thank our associates for their continued hard work and dedication.”

Fiscal 2025 Guidance
The company updated its fiscal 2025 guidance, a 52-week year compared to fiscal 2024, a 53-week year, to reflect its third quarter performance, continued pressure in the fourth quarter from the lack of storm activity, ongoing consumer uncertainty and housing pressure, and the inclusion of GMS.

  • Total sales growth of approximately 3.0%
    • GMS expected to contribute approximately $2.0 billion in incremental sales
  • Comparable sales growth to be slightly positive for the comparable 52-week period
  • Approximately 12 new stores
  • Gross margin of approximately 33.2%
  • Operating margin of approximately 12.6%
  • Adjusted(1) operating margin of approximately 13.0%
  • Tax rate of approximately 24.5%
  • Net interest expense of approximately $2.3 billion
  • Diluted earnings-per-share to decline approximately 6.0% from $14.91 in fiscal 2024
  • Adjusted(1) diluted earnings-per-share to decline approximately 5.0% from $15.24 in fiscal 2024
  • Capital expenditures of approximately 2.5% of total sales

The Home Depot will conduct a conference call today at 9 a.m. ET to discuss information included in this news release and related matters. The conference call will be available in its entirety through a webcast and replay at ir.homedepot.com/events-and-presentations.

At the end of the third quarter, the company operated a total of 2,356 retail stores and over 1,200 SRS locations across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. The Company employs over 470,000 associates. The Home Depot’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor’s 500 index.


(1)


The Company reports its financial results in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). As used in this earnings release, adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, and adjusted diluted earnings per share are non-GAAP financial measures. Refer to the end of this release for an explanation of these non-GAAP financial measures and reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP measures.



Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements



Certain statements contained herein constitute “forward-looking statements” under the federal securities laws, including as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and our current assumptions, expectations and projections about future events, and use words such as “may,” “will,” “could,” “should,” “would,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “project,” “plan,” “believe,” “expect,” “target,” “prospects,” “potential,” “commit” and “forecast,” or words of similar import or meaning or refer to future time periods. Forward-looking statements may relate to, among other things, the demand for our products and services, including as a result of macroeconomic conditions and changing customer preferences and expectations; net sales growth; comparable sales; the effects of competition; our brand and reputation; implementation of interconnected retail, store, supply chain, technology, innovation and other strategic initiatives, including with respect to real estate; inventory and in-stock positions; the state of the economy; the state of the housing and home improvement markets; the state of the credit markets, including mortgages, home equity loans, and consumer and trade credit; the impact of tariffs, trade policy changes or restrictions, or international trade disputes and efforts and ability to continue to diversify our supply chain; issues related to the payment methods we accept; demand for credit offerings including trade credit; management of relationships with our associates, jobseekers, suppliers and service providers; cost and availability of labor; costs of fuel and other energy sources; events that could disrupt our business, supply chain, technology infrastructure, or demand for our products and services, such as tariffs, trade policy changes or restrictions or international trade disputes, natural disasters, climate change, public health issues, cybersecurity events, labor disputes, geopolitical conflicts, military conflicts, or acts of war; our ability to maintain a safe and secure store environment; our ability to address expectations regarding sustainability and human capital management matters and meet related goals; continuation or suspension of share repurchases; net earnings performance; earnings per share; future dividends; capital allocation and expenditures; liquidity; return on invested capital; expense leverage; changes in interest rates; changes in foreign currency exchange rates; commodity or other price inflation and deflation; our ability to issue debt on terms and at rates acceptable to us; the impact and expected outcome of investigations, inquiries, claims, and litigation, including compliance with related settlements; the challenges of operating in international markets; the adequacy of insurance coverage; the effect of accounting charges; the effect of adopting certain accounting standards; the impact of legal and regulatory changes, including executive orders and other administrative or legislative actions, such as changes to tax laws and regulations; store openings and closures; guidance for fiscal 2025 and beyond; financial outlook; and the impact of acquired companies, including SRS and GMS, on our organization and the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of completed or pending acquisitions.

These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to future events, risks and uncertainties – many of which are beyond our control, dependent on the actions of third parties, or currently unknown to us – as well as potentially inaccurate assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from our historical experience and our expectations and projections. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those described in Part I, Item 1A. “Risk Factors,” and elsewhere in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for our fiscal year ended February 2, 2025 and also as described from time to time in reports subsequently filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. There also may be other factors that we cannot anticipate or that are not described herein, generally because we do not currently perceive them to be material. Such factors could cause results to differ materially from our expectations. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and we do not undertake to update these statements other than as required by law. You are advised, however, to review any further disclosures we make on related subjects in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in our other public statements.



Non-GAAP Financial Measures



To provide additional transparency, we supplement our disclosure with certain non-GAAP financial measures. When used in conjunction with our GAAP financial measures, we believe these supplemental non-GAAP financial measures will help management and investors to better understand and analyze our performance. However, this supplemental information should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the related GAAP measures. Refer to the end of this release for an explanation and definitions of these non-GAAP financial measures and reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP measures. 


THE HOME DEPOT, INC.


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS


(Unaudited)


Three Months Ended


Nine Months Ended



in millions, except per share data


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


%
Change


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


%
Change

Net sales

$ 41,352

$ 40,217

2.8 %

$ 126,485

$ 119,810

5.6 %

Cost of sales

27,537

26,792

2.8

84,086

79,536

5.7

Gross profit

13,815

13,425

2.9

42,399

40,274

5.3

Operating expenses:

Selling, general and administrative

7,636

7,212

5.9

22,930

21,023

9.1

Depreciation and amortization

826

795

3.9

2,428

2,220

9.4

Total operating expenses

8,462

8,007

5.7

25,358

23,243

9.1

Operating income

5,353

5,418

(1.2)

17,041

17,031

0.1

Interest and other (income) expense:

Interest income and other, net

(32)

(30)

6.7

(81)

(171)

(52.6)

Interest expense

628

625

0.5

1,818

1,683

8.0

Interest and other, net

596

595

0.2

1,737

1,512

14.9

Earnings before provision for income taxes

4,757

4,823

(1.4)

15,304

15,519

(1.4)

Provision for income taxes

1,156

1,175

(1.6)

3,719

3,710

0.2

Net earnings

$   3,601

$   3,648

(1.3) %

$  11,585

$  11,809

(1.9) %

Basic weighted average common shares

993

991

0.2 %

992

990

0.2 %

Basic earnings per share

$    3.63

$    3.68

(1.4)

$    11.68

$    11.93

(2.1)

Diluted weighted average common shares

995

993

0.2 %

994

992

0.2 %

Diluted earnings per share

$    3.62

$    3.67

(1.4)

$    11.65

$    11.90

(2.1)


Three Months Ended


Nine Months Ended


Selected sales data:


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


% Change


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


% Change

Comparable sales (% change)

0.2 %

(1.3) %

N/A

0.3 %

(2.5) %

N/A

Comparable customer transactions (% change) (1)

(1.6) %

(0.6) %

N/A

(0.8) %

(1.5) %

N/A

Comparable average ticket (% change) (1)

1.8 %

(0.8) %

N/A

1.1 %

(1.2) %

N/A

Customer transactions (in millions) (1)

393.5

399.0

(1.4) %

1,235.0

1,236.8

(0.1) %

Average ticket (1)

$   90.39

$   88.65

2.0

$    90.35

$    89.38

1.1

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(1) Customer transactions and average ticket measures do not include results from HD Supply or SRS (including GMS).

 


THE HOME DEPOT, INC.


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS


(Unaudited)



in millions


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


February 2,

2025


Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$           1,684

$           1,531

$           1,659

Receivables, net

6,765

5,782

4,903

Merchandise inventories

26,203

23,897

23,451

Other current assets

1,463

1,739

1,670

Total current assets

36,115

32,949

31,683

Net property and equipment

27,683

26,573

26,702

Operating lease right-of-use assets

9,041

8,521

8,592

Goodwill

22,267

19,428

19,475

Intangible assets, net

10,416

9,112

8,983

Other assets

752

681

684

Total assets

$       106,274

$         97,264

$         96,119


Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities:

Short-term debt

$           3,200

$           1,344

$              316

Accounts payable

13,237

13,506

11,938

Accrued salaries and related expenses

2,245

2,094

2,315

Current installments of long-term debt

6,471

3,176

4,582

Current operating lease liabilities

1,417

1,262

1,274

Other current liabilities

7,797

7,710

8,236

Total current liabilities

34,367

29,092

28,661

Long-term debt, excluding current installments

46,343

50,058

48,485

Long-term operating lease liabilities

7,986

7,538

7,633

Other long-term liabilities

5,462

4,790

4,700

Total liabilities

94,158

91,478

89,479

Total stockholders’ equity

12,116

5,786

6,640

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$       106,274

$         97,264

$         96,119

 


THE HOME DEPOT, INC.


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS


(Unaudited)


Nine Months Ended



in millions


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


Cash Flows from Operating Activities:

Net earnings

$         11,585

$         11,809

Reconciliation of net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization, excluding amortization of intangible assets

2,606

2,472

Intangible asset amortization

436

280

Stock-based compensation expense

408

328

Changes in working capital

(2,694)

84

Changes in deferred income taxes

479

170

Other operating activities

158

(4)

Net cash provided by operating activities

12,978

15,139


Cash Flows from Investing Activities:

Capital expenditures

(2,621)

(2,384)

Payments for businesses acquired, net

(5,248)

(17,613)

Other investing activities

104

85

Net cash used in investing activities

(7,765)

(19,912)


Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

Proceeds from short-term debt, net

2,884

1,344

Proceeds from long-term debt, net of discounts

2,111

9,983

Repayments of long-term debt

(3,404)

(1,355)

Repurchases of common stock

(649)

Proceeds from sales of common stock

185

231

Cash dividends

(6,863)

(6,694)

Other financing activities

(147)

(223)

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

(5,234)

2,637

Change in cash and cash equivalents

(21)

(2,136)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

46

(93)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

1,659

3,760

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

$           1,684

$           1,531

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

Adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin (calculated as adjusted operating income divided by total net sales), and adjusted diluted earnings per share are presented as supplemental financial measures in the evaluation of our business that are not required by or presented in accordance with GAAP. The Company excludes the impact of amortization expense from acquired intangible assets from adjusted operating income and adjusted operating margin, and the impact of amortization expense from acquired intangible assets, including the related tax effects, from adjusted diluted earnings per share. We do not adjust for the revenue that is generated in part from the use of our acquired intangible assets. Amortization expense, unlike the related revenue, is not affected by operations in any particular period unless an intangible asset becomes impaired, or the useful life of an intangible asset is revised.

When used in conjunction with our GAAP results, we believe these non-GAAP measures provide investors with meaningful supplemental measures of our performance period to period, make it easier for investors to compare our underlying business performance to peers, and align to how management analyzes trends and evaluates performance internally. The Company provides non-GAAP financial information on this basis to facilitate comparability when we report earnings results. These non-GAAP measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for their comparable GAAP financial measures. Investors should rely primarily on our GAAP results and use non-GAAP financial measures only supplementally in making investment decisions. Our calculation of non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies and other companies may not define these non-GAAP financial measures in the same way, which may limit their usefulness as comparative measures.


RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED OPERATING INCOME AND ADJUSTED OPERATING MARGIN


Three Months Ended


Nine Months Ended



USD in millions


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


%
Change


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


%
Change

Operating income (GAAP)

$      5,353

$      5,418

(1.2) %

$   17,041

$   17,031

0.1 %


Operating margin (1)


12.9 %


13.5 %


13.5 %


14.2 %

Acquired intangible asset amortization (2)

158

138

436

280

Adjusted operating income (Non-GAAP)

$      5,511

$      5,556

(0.8) %

$   17,477

$   17,311

1.0 %


Adjusted operating margin (Non-GAAP) (3)


13.3 %


13.8 %


13.8 %


14.4 %

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(1)


Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by total net sales.


(2)


Amounts include acquired intangible asset amortization of $106 million and $280 million during the three and nine months ended November 2, 2025, respectively, and $86 million and $125 million during the three and nine months ended October 27, 2024, respectively, related to SRS Distribution, Inc., and its subsidiaries.


(3)


Adjusted operating margin is calculated as adjusted operating income divided by total net sales.

Our adjusted operating margin guidance for fiscal 2025 excludes an expected approximately 40 basis point impact from acquired intangible asset amortization.


RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE


Three Months Ended


Nine Months Ended



per share amounts


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


%
Change


November 2,

2025


October 27,

2024


%
Change

Diluted earnings per share (GAAP)

$           3.62

$           3.67

(1.4) %

$         11.65

$         11.90

(2.1) %

Impact of acquired intangible asset amortization

0.16

0.14

0.44

0.28

Income tax impact of non-GAAP adjustment (1)

(0.04)

(0.03)

(0.10)

(0.06)

Adjusted diluted earnings per share (Non-GAAP)

$           3.74

$           3.78

(1.1) %

$         11.99

$         12.12

(1.1) %

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(1)


Calculated as the per share impact of acquired intangible asset amortization multiplied by the Company’s effective tax rate for the period.

Our adjusted diluted earnings per share guidance for fiscal 2025 excludes an expected after-tax impact of approximately $0.45 from acquired intangible asset amortization.

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Nearly Nine in Ten Consumers Plan to Maintain or Increase Spending on Pre-loved Goods, Signaling Sustained Momentum for the Circular Economy

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eBay (www.ebay.com)

eBay’s 2025 Recommerce Report Reveals Increased Support for Recommerce as Consumers Embrace Pre-Loved Shopping

SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY), a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world, today released its fifth annual Recommerce Report, revealing that recommerce has moved from niche to mainstream. According to the report, 89% of global consumers surveyed expect to spend the same amount or more on pre-loved goods in 2025 compared to 2024.

eBay (www.ebay.com)

The report surveyed more than 27,000 people globally, including both eBay sellers and general consumers, and found that recommerce is no longer viewed simply as an alternative way to shop, but as a conscious lifestyle choice driven by personal values, community connection, and financial empowerment.

“Recommerce is redefining how people shop — led by a new generation that values connection, purpose, and sustainability,” said Jamie Iannone, Chief Executive Officer at eBay. “Nearly 80% of Gen Z and Millennials see themselves as part of this movement, turning their passion for pre-loved items into real impact. eBay has been leading this shift from the start, and with new AI tools, it’s now easier than ever to give great products a second life and build a more sustainable future.”

Younger Generations Fuel Recommerce Growth
Gen Z and Millennials are driving recommerce forward, with 59% of Gen Z and 56% of Millennials surveyed planning to increase their spending on pre-loved goods this year. More than one-third (35%) of all consumers now buy pre-loved goods monthly or more often, highlighting how deeply integrated recommerce has become in everyday shopping behaviors.

“Recommerce has evolved into a global movement driven by purpose,” said Renee Morin, Chief Sustainability Officer at eBay. “Today’s consumers are choosing pre-loved goods not just for value but to make more sustainable choices that benefit people and the planet. eBay stands at the center of this transformation, fueling economic opportunity and driving the circular economy forward.”

Purpose Meets Practicality: Why People Choose Pre-Loved
Consumers are embracing recommerce for both practical and purposeful reasons, balancing financial motivation with values-driven intent.

Saving money is one of the top three reasons consumers buy pre-loved goods, with 81% citing it as a key motivation. Sustainability and environmental benefits also rank high at 45%, showing that shoppers are increasingly driven by both practical and purposeful reasons.

Other leading drivers include looking for a specific item they can’t find new (37%), seeking unique or collectible pieces (36%), and a dislike of fast fashion (17%)—reinforcing that recommerce reflects not just economic savvy, but individuality and intent.

Community and Connection Drive Engagement
The report reveals that recommerce fosters meaningful connections between buyers and sellers. 63% of consumers consider themselves part of a recommerce community, with that number rising to nearly 80% among Gen Z and Millennials. Additionally, 65% of consumers enjoy the “thrill of the hunt” when searching for pre-loved items, and 56% agree that buying pre-loved goods allows them to express their personal style.

For sellers, passion is a primary motivator, particularly in enthusiast categories. In Trading Cards (45%), Collectibles (37%), and Antiques (35%), sharing passion for specific items is the top reason sellers participate in recommerce, creating vibrant communities where expertise is celebrated and shared.

Economic Empowerment Through Recommerce
As economic uncertainty persists, recommerce offers both financial relief and opportunity. 81% of consumers feel good about having saved money on their pre-loved purchases, while 86% of eBay sellers source inventory from their own belongings, transforming items they already own into income.

As recommerce continues to grow globally, eBay remains focused on creating economic opportunity for all and fueling a community of enthusiasts around the world.The 2025 Recommerce Report underscores how conscious consumerism, economic empowerment, and connection are shaping the future of shopping and that eBay’s trusted marketplace is well positioned to lead that future by enabling sustainable growth, supporting sellers, and inspiring the next generation of enthusiasts.

You can view the full report here

About the Research
The 2025 Recommerce Report is based on two surveys conducted by Forsta on behalf of eBay. The external survey included approximately 16,020 consumers across the U.S., U.K., Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Australia, and Japan, fielded between August 25 and October 9, 2025. Respondents represented buyers and sellers who have engaged in recommerce—defined as the buying or selling of pre-loved or second-hand goods.

In addition, a survey of 11,099 eBay sellers was conducted between August 12 and August 25, 2025, across the U.S., U.K., Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Australia, Japan, China, and Taiwan. All respondents were active eBay sellers participating in the recommerce economy by selling pre-loved or second-hand goods on the platform.

About eBay
eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) is a global commerce leader that connects people and builds communities to create economic opportunity for all. Our technology empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world, providing everyone the opportunity to grow and thrive. Founded in 1995 in San Jose, California, eBay is one of the world’s largest and most vibrant marketplaces for discovering great value and unique selection. In 2024, eBay enabled $75 billion of gross merchandise volume. For more information about the company and its global portfolio of online brands, visit www.ebayinc.com.

Forward Looking Statements
Certain statements herein are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. Such forward-looking statements are often identified by words such as “anticipate,” “approximate,” “believe,” “commit,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “hope,” “intend,” “may,” “outlook,” “plan,” “project,” “potential,” “should,” “would,” “will” and other similar words or expressions. Such forward-looking statements reflect eBay’s current expectations or beliefs concerning future events and actual events may differ materially from historical results or current expectations. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are not a guarantee of future performance and are subject to a number of uncertainties, risks, assumptions and other factors, many of which are outside the control of eBay. The forward-looking statements in this document address a variety of subjects including, for example, future consumer behaviors and engagement in recommerce through eBay’s marketplace. Actual results are subject to risks and uncertainties, including those described in eBay’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent annual report on Form 10-K and subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this document speak only as of this date. We undertake no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statement, except as required by law.

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LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW BRINGS CAR CULTURE TO LIFE IN THE UNDERGROUND

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Marathon Brand to participate at 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show

Reimagined exhibit space to feature uniquely LA vehicle builds, creators, collabs and more

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Los Angeles Auto Show® brings the city’s signature car culture to life for ten days in The Underground, a large-scale, rotating exhibit space located on the lower level of the convention center. Curated by independent voices from across the region, The Underground spotlights the builders, artists, tuners, and storytellers who fuel Los Angeles’ constantly evolving car culture, where expression is personal, raw, creative, and community driven.

Los Angeles Auto Show

At the heart of this environment lie the Creator Studios, an interactive space that brings together some of the most influential creators in the automotive world, each shaped by the LA car scene in their own way. Automotive photographer Larry Chen, drifter and builder Hannah Maloof, visual artist Joshua Vides will showcase one-off builds, performance setups, live content drops, and moments that blur the line between art, storytelling, and engineering.

Beyond the featured creators, The Underground also highlights the communities that define Los Angeles car culture, with more than 40 exhibitors, including the Marathon Brand, which will celebrate local pride and purpose through Marathon Clothing and Marathon Burger. Full Blown Performance brings its high-powered American muscle to the show. The alluring LumiVerse venue fuses car culture, art, and nightlife, and World Famous 4×4 will showcase wild, hand-built off-road dream machines. South Bay Pop-Ups will round out the scene with a celebration of the everyday heroes of LA car culture: lowriders, motorcycles, street cars, and vans that capture the city’s diversity and personality. Expect hard-to-find collectibles and merch, including a special collaboration with renowned Los Angeles Street artist OG Slick, who brings limited-edition apparel and a commemorative 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show poster to the show alongside his custom creation, Pineapple Express and his iconic LA Hands art installation.

All Roads Stage

At the entrance to The Underground, the All Roads Stage comes to life with a limited-run series of stories, vehicles, and cultural icons featured across the 10-day run.

  • Thursday, November 20 (Media Day) – Friday, November 21: The stage opens with the world premiere of the Revology Boss 429, the latest build from Revology, known for blending classic muscle car heritage with modern engineering.
  • Saturday, November 22: One of only 25 right-hand drive 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciales ever produced, a rare and beautiful example of Italian design and automotive history as the brand celebrates its 115th Anniversary.
  • Sunday, November 23: Superstar comedian, actor, producer, car enthusiast, and devout Hoosier, Mike Epps brings his Cherry Boomer, an exquisite, one-of-a-kind 1957 Chevy, and is slated to host the No No Custom Car Awards.
  • Monday, November 24 – Sunday, November 30: On November 24, Actor, producer, and builder Sung Kang will host a meet and greet for his upcoming passion project film, Drifter. The talk launches the Drifter Experience, which includes a movie car exhibit, multi-vehicle showcase, and exclusive sneak peek at unreleased film footage. Following Kang’s appearance, the Drifter Experience will remain open to the public for the duration of the show, with the film’s hero car and select vehicles from the production on display through closing day.

All this as part of one of the most influential and best-attended auto shows in the world, bringing to the Los Angeles Convention Center and the surrounding area hundreds of new cars, trucks, SUVs, hybrids, and EVs from the world’s top automakers. A full floorplan and schedule of events is available online, where advance tickets are available now: laautoshow.com/tickets

The LA Auto Show opens for media and industry November 20 and to the public November 21 through November 30, 2025, at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW & AUTOMOBILITY LA   

Founded in 1907, the Los Angeles Auto Show® is one of the most influential annual automotive events in the world. Held each year at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the show draws hundreds of thousands of attendees and brings hundreds of millions of dollars in economic impact to the city. It also remains the largest revenue driver for the LA Convention Center.   

AutoMobility LA® — the show’s press and industry day — takes place on November 20, 2025, and features a full day of vehicle debuts, brand announcements, and a thought leadership program highlighting some of the brightest voices in automotive and tech.   

The LA Auto Show opens to the public from November 21 through 30, 2025, including Thanksgiving Day, offering ten full days for car shoppers, enthusiasts, families, and future-focused fans to experience the very best in automotive design, culture, and innovation.   

For more information, visit laautoshow.com and automobilityla.com.   

TICKET INFORMATION 

Tickets are on sale now at laautoshow.com/tickets and include access to all exhibits and test drive experiences. Pricing is as follows:   

  • Opening Day Friday (November 21st): Adult $18, Senior $8, Child $8
  • Any Day General Admission Tickets: Adult $25, Senior $12, Child $12
  • Monday to Thursday (November 24-27): Adult $22, Senior $10, Child $10
  • VIP Priority Entry + Ticket on Saturdays and Sundays: Adult $45, Senior $22, Child $22

Wednesday/Thursday Thanksgiving Family Four-Packs: $63   

For the latest updates on vehicle debuts, special programming, and daily schedules, follow the LA Auto Show on Instagram, X, Facebook, or LinkedIn. You can also sign up for alerts at laautoshow.com

MEDIA CONTACT:
For press inquiries, email [email protected]  

Marathon Brand to participate at 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show

 

LumiVerse to participate at Los Angeles Auto Show

 

Full Blown Performance to participate at 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show

 

World Famous 4x4 to participate at 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show

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V&V SUPREMO FOODS ANNOUNCES DAN O’LEARY AS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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V&V Supremo Foods produces a wide range of high-quality, authentic Mexican products, including its award-winning Chihuahua® Brand cheese, signature chorizo, and traditional cremas.

CHICAGO, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — V&V Supremo Foods, Inc., an award-winning producer of authentic Mexican cheeses, creams, and chorizo, proudly announces the appointment of Dan O’Leary as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 17, 2025.

Pictured left to right: V&V Supremo Chief Visionary Officer, Gilberto Villaseñor, V&V Supremo Chief Executive Officer, Dan O'Leary, and V&V Supremo® Chief Integrator, Philip Villaseñor

O’Leary brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across general management, operations, and brand marketing, with a proven record of driving profitable growth, building dynamic teams, and leading business transformation across global corporations and family-owned enterprises.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dan to the V&V Supremo family,” said Gilberto Villaseñor II, Chief Visionary Officer. “His deep expertise in brand building, operations, and innovation will help guide our next phase of growth while staying true to the values that have defined V&V Supremo for over 60 years: quality, authenticity, and community.”

Before joining V&V Supremo, O’Leary held leadership roles at Kraft Foods, Mizkan America, and Tyson Foods. Most recently, O’Leary served as Chief Growth Officer at Hostess Brands, where he led the company’s growth strategy, innovation, and brand development efforts. Upon its acquisition by the J.M. Smucker, O’Leary led the integration of Hostess into Smucker.

“I’m honored to join V&V Supremo, a company with such a rich heritage and strong commitment to excellence,” said Dan O’Leary. “I look forward to building on this legacy and continuing to share the brand’s authentic flavors with more families and communities across the country.”

O’Leary earned his MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Unaka Corporation, a family-owned enterprise, and Nourishing Hope, a nonprofit focused on food security. He resides in Chicago with his husband, Michael, their two young daughters, and their family dog.

About V&V Supremo® Foods
Founded in 1964, V&V Supremo® Foods is proudly family-owned and driven by tradition. From its award-winning Chihuahua® Brand cheese to its signature chorizo and cremas, the company has become a beloved leader in authentic Mexican foods. The fastest growing sectors in the restaurant and cheese categories. Headquartered in Chicago, V&V Supremo® Foods continues to expand its reach while staying true to its heritage: helping craft meals that “create great memories through great food.”

Media Contact:
V&V Supremo Foods, Inc.
Email: [email protected] 
Phone: 312.224.2820
Website: www.vvsupremo.com

V&V Supremo Foods produces a wide range of high-quality, authentic Mexican products, including its award-winning Chihuahua® Brand cheese, signature chorizo, and traditional cremas.

 

V&V Supremo Foods, Inc.

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UNLEASH YOUR INNER ELPHABA AND GLINDA: LEXUS UNVEILS A WICKED: FOR GOOD KARAOKE LX

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UNLEASH YOUR INNER ELPHABA AND GLINDA: LEXUS UNVEILS A WICKED: FOR GOOD KARAOKE LX
  • Lexus customizes an enchanting Elphaba and Glinda Karaoke LX for the New York City green carpet premiere of the electrifying conclusion to the global phenomenon
  • Universal Pictures’ Wicked: For Good arrives in theaters on November 21, 2025

PLANO, Texas, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On the morning of the New York City premiere of Universal Pictures’ Wicked: For Good, the epic finale to the worldwide cinematic sensation, Lexus is pulling back the curtain on a spellbinding character-themed custom-wrapped vehicle inspired by the film’s iconic witches of Oz. The Wicked: For Good Karaoke LX invites fans to “Experience OZmazing” and unleash their inner star by singing along to Wicked’s beloved anthems.

UNLEASH YOUR INNER ELPHABA AND GLINDA: LEXUS UNVEILS A WICKED: FOR GOOD KARAOKE LX

The Wicked: For Good Karaoke LX embodies the duality of Elphaba and Glinda’s vibrant and distinct personalities while offering the vehicle’s compelling blend of luxury, power and enchanting technology. The vehicle will make its debut on the premiere’s green carpet at the legendary Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on Monday, November 17. Wicked: For Good  soars into theatres on Friday, November 21, 2025.

“With the Wicked: For Good Karaoke LX, Lexus set out to create more than a vehicle – we created an experience that celebrates imagination, artistry and self-expression,” said Lisa McQueen, senior manager, Lexus marketing. “The vehicle captures the spirit of Wicked’s Oz with bold design and craftmanship, inviting fans to ‘Experience OZmazing.'”

Drawing inspiration from the film’s architecture and the transformative relationship of Elphaba and Glinda, the Wicked: For Good Karaoke LX showcases the enchanting beauty found within the Emerald City.

From the outside, the custom LX features both a dazzling pink and deep emerald-green exterior adorned with shimmering gold accents, badging and wheels. Sporting a custom Wicked: For Good vanity plate, the vehicle captivates from every angle, reflecting Elphaba’s strength and mystery and Glinda’s grace and glamour.

Inside, the LX’s luxurious cabin is costumed with pink and green upholstered seats, pink and green mood lighting zones, custom floor mats and an interactive sound system experience designed for group sing-alongs. Lexus invites fans to grab the microphone and choose from the first film’s unforgettable songs including, “What Is This Feeling?,” “The Wizard and I,” “Popular” and “Defying Gravity.”

To see how imagination and innovation came together to build this one-of-a-kind creation, fans can go behind the scenes here.

Universal Pictures’ Wicked: For Good, arrives in theaters on Friday, November 21, 2025.

For more information on the Lexus LX and the automotive brand’s partnership with Wicked: For Good, visit www.lexus.com/LX and the Lexus Newsroom.


About Lexus


Lexus’ passion for brave design, imaginative technology, and exhilarating performance enables the luxury lifestyle brand to create amazing experiences for its customers. Lexus began its journey in 1989 with two luxury sedans and a commitment to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of global luxury customers in more than 90 countries. In the United States, Lexus vehicles are sold through 244 dealers offering a full lineup of luxury vehicles. With seven models incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader. Lexus also offers nine F SPORT models, one F performance model and one F model. Lexus is committed to being a visionary brand that anticipates the future for luxury customers.


About Universal Pictures’ 


Wicked: For Good


Last year’s global cinematic cultural sensation, which became the most successful Broadway film adaptation of all time, now reaches its epic, electrifying, emotional conclusion. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba (Oscar® nominee Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Oscar® nominee Ariana Grande) estranged and living with the consequences of their choices. When a girl from Kansas comes crashing into their lives, they will need to come together one final time, and truly see each other, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good.


About Universal Pictures


Universal Pictures is a division of Universal Studios (www.universalstudios.com). Universal Studios is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience.  NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group and world-renowned theme parks.  NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

MEDIA CONTACTS

Brooke Sinek
469-980-1017
[email protected] 

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Business Liquidation of Lectorum Publications, the Nation’s Largest Spanish-Language Book Distributor, Following Major Federal Funding Shifts

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PINE BROOK, N.J., Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A.J. Willner Auctions will conduct a major liquidation auction of approximately 700,000 Spanish-language and bilingual books from Lectorum Publications, the largest and longest-running Spanish-language book distributor in the United States. The company is closing its doors after more than 60 years in business, citing dramatic federal funding changes that devastated sales throughout 2024.

Lectorum president and CEO Alex Correa told Publishers Weekly that the company’s downfall was driven by a sudden and severe shift in federal school funding—specifically, changes to Title I allocations, which historically enabled schools to purchase Spanish-language reading materials for bilingual and ESL programs.

“The most critical factor for us was the shift in federal funding policies for schools, in particular regarding Title I funds, intended in part for purchases of books in Spanish,” Correa said.

“Our sales were impacted by 30% during the year, which is hard on an industry that already works with thin margins.”

For decades, Lectorum was a cornerstone supplier to educational institutions across the U.S. In previous years, schools accounted for roughly 60% of the company’s business, and children’s books for grades K–8 represented 70–75% of total sales. After the pandemic, the company’s revenue stabilized at roughly $12 million annually, but the sudden policy shift and corresponding drop in school purchasing proved unsustainable.

With school budgets redirected and Spanish-language book allocations curtailed, Lectorum experienced an unprecedented collapse in demand—forcing the company to wind down operations and liquidate its inventory.

Auction Details

  • Auctioneer: A.J. Willner Auctions

  • Inventory: Approx. 700,000 Spanish-language & bilingual books

  • Categories: K–8 children’s literature, award-winning titles, classroom sets, library editions, trade books, bilingual readers, and more

  • Location: Pine Brook, NJ

  • Timed Online Auction Ends: Dec 4th, 2025.

A Historic Opportunity for Schools, Libraries, Liquidators & Resellers

For decades, Lectorum has been the leading source of Spanish-language literature for U.S. schools, libraries, bilingual programs, and literacy initiatives. The liquidation represents the single largest offering of Spanish-language educational inventory to hit the U.S. market in years.

Buyers will have access to:

  • Pallet lots of new, current-catalog titles
  • Children’s bestsellers and bilingual classics
  • Classroom sets and guided-reading materials
  • Hardcovers, paperbacks, library bindings
  • Publisher overstocks, backlist, and deep inventory across all age groups

About Lectorum Publications

Founded more than 60 years ago, Lectorum Publications was the nation’s largest independent distributor of Spanish-language books, serving public schools, dual-language programs, universities, and libraries nationwide. The company also operated as a publisher and produced Spanish-language editions of major U.S. children’s titles.

About A.J. Willner Auctions

A.J. Willner Auctions is a full-service business liquidation firm specializing in commercial inventory, industrial assets, heavy equipment, and specialty collections. With over 100 years of combined experience, the firm serves banks, trustees, attorneys, and private owners throughout the northeastern United States.

CONTACT:
AJ Willner Auctions
Harry Byrnes
(908) 789-9999

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Solar Powered Atmospheric Water System From AWG Contracting Saves Jamaican Village after Disastrous Hurricane Melissa

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Moses West, Founder and CEO of AWG Consulting

Keeps Village Supplied With Clean Drinking Water Indefinitely

Off-grid atmospheric generator produces 400 gallons daily after Category 5 storm, proving renewable technology can outlast catastrophe

CHICAGO, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — When Hurricane Melissa slammed into Jamaica with 195-mile-per-hour winds in October 2025, power grids collapsed and water systems failed across the island. But high in the Cockpit Country mountains, one machine refused to quit.

Moses West, Founder and CEO of AWG Consulting

A solar-powered atmospheric water generator deployed by AWG Contracting kept turning humid air into clean drinking water for the autonomous Maroon community of Accompong, producing nearly 400 gallons daily while conventional infrastructure lay in ruins.

“We designed this technology to do one thing — save lives,” said Moses West, founder of AWG Contracting and the engineer behind the innovation. “Hurricane Melissa tested every limit of our engineering. The fact that the machine kept producing water when everything else failed shows what renewable resilience really means.”

“Despite being flipped and battered by hurricane-force winds that overturned steel containers weighing 30,000 and 16,000 pounds, the AWG survived,” said Chief Richard Currie, State of Accompong. “Within 48 hours, once the units were righted, the system was back online—producing clean, drinkable water powered entirely by the sun. That is not only a technological triumph—it is a humanitarian victory.”

“Despite being flipped and battered by hurricane-force winds that overturned steel containers weighing 30,000 and 16,000 pounds, the AWG survived,” said Chief Richard Currie, State of Accompong. “Within 48 hours, once the units were righted, the system was back online—producing clean, drinkable water powered entirely by the sun. That is not only a technological triumph—it is a humanitarian victory.”

Operating entirely on solar energy, the MWF system survived the Category 5 storm. When Melissa’s winds overturned the 40-foot container housing the generator and its solar array, local technicians, working with remote guidance from the AWG Contracting team, dried electrical compartments, replaced minor components, and restored full operation within hours.

The Accompong installation is the only atmospheric water system in Jamaica powered solely by renewable energy, and now stands as living proof that decentralized, off-grid infrastructure can endure extreme weather while providing life-saving resources.

A Growing Legacy of Water Security

From Flint, Michigan, to Puerto Rico and Jackson, Mississippi, the AWG Contracting has delivered safe water where conventional networks collapse. The Foundation’s atmospheric-water technology is now viewed by global adaptation planners as a vital model for building resilience against climate-driven droughts, contamination, and storm damage.

“If we can make water in a hurricane, we can make it anywhere,” West added. “This technology gives communities control over the most basic resource on earth: using nothing but sunlight and air.”

The system emits no carbon, uses no chemicals, and requires no pipeline or groundwater extraction: a portable, sustainable blueprint for humanitarian and emergency response worldwide.

About AWG Contracting
AWG Contracting designs and manufactures solar-powered atmospheric water systems and is expanding U.S. production through a $25 million clean-manufacturing project to deliver sustainable, deployable water infrastructure worldwide.

About The Moses West Foundation
The Moses West Foundation is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to bringing renewable, atmospheric-water systems to communities lacking safe drinking water. Founded by Army Ranger and engineer Moses West, the Foundation has deployed life-saving water technology across disaster-affected and underserved regions in the Americas and Caribbean. The is a point specific, resilient, reliable, 100% renewable source of infinite water.

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If you are a merchant who incurred an unreimbursed EMV/chip Fraud Liability Shift chargeback on a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover credit or debit card transaction from October 1, 2015 to September 30, 2017, your rights may be affected by Settlements with the Defendants

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NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ – Settlements have been reached with Defendants Mastercard International, Incorporated (“Mastercard”), Visa Inc. and Visa U.S.A. Inc. (“Visa”), Discover Financial Services (“Discover”) and American Express Company (“Amex”) (collectively, “Defendants”) in a class action lawsuit called B & R Supermarket, Inc., et al. v. Visa, Inc. et al., Case No. 1:17-cv-02738-BMC-JAM (E.D.N.Y.). The lawsuit alleges Defendants violated antitrust laws by entering into a conspiracy to adopt the same policy via nearly identical rules for shifting billions of dollars in liability for fraudulent charges, or “chargebacks,” from banks to merchants (“Fraud Liability Shift”) when a credit or debit card was enabled with EMV/chip technology and the merchant’s terminal was not enabled for EMV/chip technology and made the liability shift effective on the same day and in the same manner for all four networks. Defendants deny the legal claims and deny any wrongdoing or liability.

Who Is Included? The Class includes: All merchants who incurred one or more unreimbursed chargeback(s) between October 1, 2015 through and including September 30, 2017, pursuant to the Fraud Liability Shift for the assessment of Mastercard, Visa, Discover and/or Amex payment card chargebacks. Excluded from the Class are members of the judiciary and government entities or agencies. Any class members who previously excluded themselves from this lawsuit by filing a request for exclusion consistent with the requirements set forth in the Order Granting Unopposed Motion for Approval of Proposed Class Notice and Notice Plan dated June 3, 2022, are no longer included in the Class and will not be able to file a Claim Form in the future for the Settlements.

What Do the Settlements Provide? Defendants have each reached settlements totaling a combined $231.7 million.

Can I Get a Payment Now? No. There will be no payments to Class members at this time. Class members will be notified later of an opportunity to file a Claim Form from the Settlements.

Other Options. You may object to the Settlements and/or Class Counsel’s request for attorneys’ fees and expenses by January 26, 2026. The Long Form Notice on the Settlement Website explains how to object.

The Court will hold a Final Fairness Hearing on April 27, 2026, to consider any objections and whether to approve the Settlements and Class Counsel’s requests for attorneys’ fees of 33.3% of the $32.2 million class recovery for the Discover and Amex Settlements and 27.5% of the $199.5 million class recovery for the Visa and Mastercard Settlement, plus any applicable interest awarded by the Court and earned on such fees, if any. Class Counsel will also request reimbursement for their litigation expenses (separate from the administrative costs of settlement or notice), not to exceed $5 million, and a service award for each of the three Class Representatives up to $50,000 for their representation of merchants.

You or your lawyer may attend and ask to speak at the hearing if you object and file a Notice of Intention to Appear with the Court, but you are not required to do so. All the Court’s orders and any judgments will apply to you and legally bind you.

This notice is a summary. The Settlement Agreements and more information about the lawsuit and Settlements are available at www.FraudLiabilityShiftLitigation.com or by calling toll-free 1-855-662-0073.

URL: www.FraudLiabilityShiftLitigation.com

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Texas Realtors Vice President Tray Bates Named 2025 Association Champion of the Year

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AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Texas Realtors is proud to announce that Tray Bates, Vice President of Governmental Affairs, has been named one of the 2025 Association Champions of the Year by US Lege, an AI-powered policy platform that supports professionals who track and engage with legislation at all levels of government.

Texas Association of Realtors logo.

The Association Champion of the Year award honors leaders who drive government affairs for trade or professional associations with clarity, credibility, and measurable results. Bates was recognized for his trusted voice in policy discussions and his leadership in advancing key issues such as property rights and housing affordability.

“Tray’s leadership and commitment to our members and the industry reflect the very best of what it means to be a Texas Realtor,” said Mike Barnett, CEO of Texas Realtors. “We’re proud to see him recognized among the most respected advocates in our field.”

Bates’ work has strengthened the association’s advocacy efforts and deepened member engagement across the state—continuing Texas Realtors’ long tradition of protecting property rights by advocating for property tax relief, real property, and the dream of homeownership for all Texans.

About Texas REALTORS®
With more than 140,000 members, Texas REALTORS® is the state’s largest professional trade association. The association advocates for private property rights, supports the professional success of its members, and promotes high standards of business practice through education and ethics.

Media Contact:

Lia Mote
Advocacy Communications Manager, Texas REALTORS®
[email protected]
737-263-7515


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LifeWave Inc. Featured in Premiere Episode of “Built to Last” surpasses 500,000 Views and Marks 21 Years of Innovation and 30X Growth

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DRAPER, Utah, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — LifeWave Inc., a global leader in wellness and life technologies, is proud to announce that its Founder and CEO, David Schmidt, and President, Meredith Berkich, were featured in the premiere episode of the new business documentary series Built to Last. Within just a few weeks after the release, the episode has exceeded 500,000 views, reflecting strong audience engagement and excitement around LifeWave’s story of purpose and progress.

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For over 20 years, LifeWave has been pioneering phototherapy technology that helps people live healthier, more vibrant lives. From its founding in 2004 to today, the company has achieved extraordinary results — realizing a remarkable hockey-stick of 30X growth between 2019 and 2025.

In their Built to Last interview, David Schmidt and Meredith Berkich share LifeWave’s remarkable journey from a bold scientific concept to a thriving global enterprise. They discuss how innovation, integrity, and a people-first culture have fueled the company’s sustained success and inspired a community that continues to grow worldwide.

“Being featured as the very first episode of Built to Last is an incredible honor,” said David Schmidt, Founder and CEO. “It’s a recognition of how passion and purpose can build something truly lasting — a company that changes lives and continues to expand.”

Meredith Berkich, President, added, “Our growth story is really a people story. LifeWave empowers individuals to experience wellness, purpose, and possibility — and this episode captures how that mission is resonating around the world.”

The Built to Last podcast celebrates companies redefining industries through resilience and innovation. LifeWave’s placement in the debut episode underscores its reputation as a visionary in wellness and direct selling and a company built to thrive for decades to come.

Watch the episode now at BUILT TO LAST: Inside LifeWave’s 30x Growth and Innovative Wellness Solutions.

About LifeWave Inc.

Founded in 2004 by inventor and scientist David Schmidt, LifeWave is a wellness and life technology company dedicated to improving human performance and wellness through advanced phototherapy patches. Operating in more than 70 countries, LifeWave continues to lead through innovation, integrity, and impact.

For more information, visit www.lifewave.com.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Jenn Jimenez | Dunn Pellier Media
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From TikTok to Podcasts: 2025 FinTalk Awards Celebrates Financial Creators Changing How America Talks About Money

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Debt.com is the consumer website where people can find help with credit card debt, student loan debt, tax debt, credit repair, bankruptcy, and more. Debt.com works with vetted and certified providers that give the best advice and solutions for consumers ‘when life happens.’

Debt.com’s annual awards recognize top creators bringing authenticity, diversity, and accessibility to digital finance space.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Debt.com is proud to announce the winners of the newly rebranded and reimagined 2025 Annual FinTalk Awards, honoring social media’s financial content creators.