The article outlines upcoming stock splits for companies including Aryzta AG, Presidio Property Trust, Bon Natural Life, CN Energy Group, Conduit Pharmaceuticals, FIH Mobile, Tectonic Metals, MDJM, DeFi Development, Fastenal Company, and QVC Group Inc. These splits aim to adjust share prices, meet regulatory requirements, or improve liquidity, with effective dates ranging from May 19 to May 23.

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported an increase in U.S. rail traffic for the week ending March 22, 2025. Total U.S. weekly rail traffic was 496,214 carloads and intermodal units, marking a 5.5% increase compared to the same week in 2024. Nine out of ten carload commodity groups showed growth, with notable increases in coal, nonmetallic minerals, and metallic ores and metals. Publicly traded companies in the rail industry include CN (CNI), CSX (CSX), Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CP), Norfolk Southern (NSC), Union Pacific (UNP), Rail Vision (RVVD), FreightCar America (RAIL), GATX (GATX), Wabtec (WAB), and J.B. Hunt (JBHT).

Forwarders are preparing for a potential shutdown of the Canadian rail freight network due to a contract dispute between the Teamsters union and railways Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC). The Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association, along with industry groups, has urged the government to intervene, but Ottawa has not yet intervened. Cargo owners are considering alternative routings, with some already diverting traffic. The ports of Montreal and Halifax have operated normally, while Vancouver Port has made preparations to alleviate congestion. However, trucking capacity is not expected to fully compensate for the rail shutdown.

McEwen Mining Inc (MUX) stock rose by 13.19% to $6.95, with a Bullish sentiment score and a Strong Buy recommendation. Endeavour Silver Corp (EXK) increased by 12.18% to $1.65, also with a Bullish sentiment and a Strong Buy recommendation. Standard Lithium Ltd (SLI) saw a rise of 11.92% to $1.46, with a Neutral sentiment and a Strong Buy recommendation. Sigma Lithium Corp (SGML) climbed by 11.74% to $15.89, with a Bullish sentiment and a Strong Buy recommendation. On the other hand, Koppers Holdings Inc. (KOP) dropped by 6.39% to $53.00, with a Bullish sentiment and a Strong Buy recommendation. CN ENERGY GROUP Inc (CNEY) fell by 5.33% to $1.28, with a Bearish sentiment. NioCorp Developments Ltd (NB) decreased by 4.98% to $2.48, with a Very Bullish sentiment and a Strong Buy recommendation. Ecovyst Inc (ECVT) declined by 4.25% to $9.25, with a Very Bearish sentiment and a Strong Buy recommendation.

CN Energy Group Inc. appointed Steven Berman as its new Chief Executive Officer, following a global search for a leader with extensive experience. Berman, known for his leadership roles and background in finance and technology, aims to expand the company's operations into semiconductor distribution alongside wood-based activated carbon manufacturing. CN Energy specializes in producing recyclable activated carbon and renewable energy from forest and agricultural residues, with a focus on the U.S. market.