Marc A. Beilinson

October 17, 2026

Apollo's EasyJet Deal Faces Union Pushback; Economist Warns of Stagflation. Apollo Global Management is navigating significant operational and macroeconomic headwinds. The proposed acquisition of EasyJet is facing opposition from European labor unions, with the deal expected to close before Q1 2027. Additionally, Apollo’s chief economist has described recent price data as a sign of stagflation, complicating the economic outlook. These developments add uncertainty to the firm's growth strategy and broader market positioning.

October 14, 2026

Playtika partners with Kevin Bacon for Solitaire Grand Harvest. Playtika announced a collaboration with actor Kevin Bacon, who is inviting players to help build his farm in the game Solitaire Grand Harvest. This marketing move aims to boost player engagement for one of the company's key titles. The stock is currently trading near its 52-week low, with an RSI of 37.2 suggesting it is in a weak technical zone.

September 7, 2026

Life Insurance Sector Sees Q2 Premium Growth. The life insurance sector reported Q2 gains driven by premium growth, which may reflect increased demand for retirement and savings products. Athene, as a company focused on retirement savings, operates within this sector and may benefit from the same market dynamics. Separately, high-yield preferred stocks continue to attract attention as alternatives to CDs, suggesting sustained investor interest in higher-yielding fixed income products like the Athene debentures.