The upcoming issues, expected to collectively raise over Rs 25,000 crore, include a mix of fresh equity issuances and offer for sale (OFS) component, merchant bankers said.

“With markets stabilising and investor sentiment improving, companies that were waiting on the sidelines are now moving ahead with their IPO plans,” said Bhavesh Shah, MD & Head-Investment Banking at Equirus Capital.

Among the largest offerings, Zepto plans to raise up to Rs 8,010 crore through a fresh issue, along with an OFS of up to 11.34 crore equity shares.

Housing finance company Truhome has proposed a Rs 3,000-crore IPO, comprising a fresh issue of up to Rs 1,500 crore and an OFS of an equal amount.

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Elevate Campuses intends to raise Rs 2,550 crore entirely through a fresh issue, while Shiprocket has filed for a Rs 2,342.35-crore IPO, including a fresh issue of up to Rs 1,100 crore and an OFS worth Rs 1,242.35 crore.
Other companies preparing to hit the capital markets include Innovatiview India (up to Rs 2,000 crore, entirely through OFS) and Milky Mist Dairy Food (Rs 1,553 crore).In addition, Dhoot Transmission, ARCIL (Asset Reconstruction Company India Ltd), Ardee Industries, Gaja Alternative Asset Management, Rays of Belief, Hy-Tech Engineers, Shankesh Jewellers and Learnfluence Education are also planning to launch their maiden public offerings.

The fresh pipeline comes amid sustained activity in the primary market, reflecting improving investor sentiment and healthy demand for new listings.

Market participants expect IPO activity to remain buoyant as companies look to capitalise on favourable fundraising conditions.

So far this year, 36 companies have launched their IPOs, including nine that hit the primary market this month. Moreover, Manipal Health Enterprises and Juniper Green Energy are set to open their public issues on July 29 and July 30, respectively. MV Electrosystems is also scheduled to launch its IPO next week.

Looking ahead, Shah said the long-term outlook for India’s IPO market remains strong despite periodic volatility.

“The primary market has undergone a structural transformation, with equity becoming an increasingly preferred source of growth capital. While there will always be tactical pauses driven by market volatility, the underlying pipeline remains very strong. I continue to expect India to raise around USD 20 billion through IPOs this calendar year,” he said.

He added that well-priced IPOs are likely to continue delivering healthy returns, while aggressively valued offerings may witness limited upside, as investors become increasingly selective rather than indiscriminately bullish.

KYOTO — A 61-year-old unemployed resident of Kyoto’s Nishikyo Ward was arrested Thursday on suspicion of inflicting injury after allegedly subjecting his neighbors to more than seven years of round-the-clock radio and electric guitar noise, causing several nearby residents to develop insomnia, depression and tinnitus.

Years of noise, despite repeated warnings

According to Kyoto Prefectural Police, the suspect, identified as Kazunori Yokoi, is accused of playing radio broadcasts and amplified electric guitar music at his home between June 2019 and July 2026, causing four nearby residents to develop health problems, including sleep deprivation and psychological distress. Police said complaints and emergency calls from neighbors date back to around 2017, with the disturbance growing steadily worse in the years that followed. Nishikyo Police Station officers had issued Yokoi guidance and formal warnings over the noise on multiple occasions, but police said the situation never improved.

Investigators said Yokoi placed a radio near a window of his home, left the window open, and kept the radio playing continuously, 24 hours a day. He also allegedly played electric guitar through an amplifier for extended stretches, from early morning until late afternoon or evening, according to police.

Measured noise levels rivaled a subway train

When officers measured the noise coming from Yokoi’s residence, they recorded levels reaching as high as 80 to 90 decibels, a volume police and city officials compared to standing inside a moving subway train car. Sustained exposure to noise at that level is widely recognized by health experts as capable of contributing to sleep disruption and elevated stress over time, particularly when it occurs continuously over months or years rather than in isolated incidents.

Among those affected, three residents in their 60s to 80s were exposed to the noise between June 2019 and this past July and reportedly developed sleep deprivation and depression as a result, according to police. A fourth resident, a woman exposed to similar noise between April 2025 and July of this year, is suspected of having developed tinnitus, a persistent ringing or buzzing sensation in the ears, as a result of the prolonged exposure.

Recorded evidence and a large seizure

Frustrated neighbors reportedly began recording the disturbances themselves, with audio captured in May of last year documenting what appeared to be an electric guitar echoing from Yokoi’s residence, according to reporting citing Japanese broadcaster TBS News. That kind of resident-gathered evidence, alongside the noise measurements taken by police, formed part of the basis for Thursday’s arrest.

Officers from Nishikyo Police Station searched Yokoi’s home and other associated locations as part of the investigation, seizing dozens of items connected to the alleged noise disturbances. Reports on the seizure have varied slightly, with some accounts citing more than 40 electric guitars removed from the property, while others cite a broader total of 76 items, including guitars and amplifiers, taken during the search.

Suspect denies intent to cause harm

Following his arrest, Yokoi offered a partial denial of the allegations against him. According to Mainichi, when confronted by police, he said, “That is not true.” Separately, according to reporting from Tokyo Reporter citing TBS News, Yokoi did not dispute that the noise itself had occurred, but pushed back specifically against the characterization that he had intended to harm his neighbors, telling investigators that any suggestion of deliberate intent to inflict injury was “wrong.”

A case built on Japan’s inflicting-injury statute

Japanese police pursued the case under a legal provision covering the infliction of injury, an approach sometimes used in cases where prolonged environmental disturbances, such as sustained noise, are found to have caused documented physical or psychological harm to victims, rather than treating the matter solely as a civil nuisance or lesser noise-ordinance violation. The years-long pattern of documented complaints, official warnings, and eventual medical symptoms reported by multiple neighbors appear to have supported prosecutors’ and police’s decision to escalate the case to a criminal injury investigation rather than continuing to rely on administrative guidance alone.

Not an isolated pattern in Japan

Cases involving prolonged noise disturbances rising to the level of criminal prosecution have occurred in Japan before, though they remain relatively uncommon. In one earlier case that drew international attention, a woman in western Japan was sentenced to prison after deliberately directing loud stereo music toward a neighbor’s home for almost three years, a dispute that similarly resulted in the neighbor developing insomnia and other health complaints before authorities intervened. While the specific circumstances differ, such cases illustrate how sustained, targeted or persistently unaddressed noise complaints can, in some instances, escalate from neighborhood disputes into formal criminal matters under Japanese law.

As of Thursday, Yokoi remained in police custody following his arrest, with the investigation continuing under Nishikyo Police Station’s jurisdiction. Police have not indicated whether additional charges may follow, nor have prosecutors announced a timeline for formally charging or arraigning Yokoi in connection with the case. The four residents identified as affected by the yearslong noise exposure have not been publicly named, consistent with standard practice in cases involving alleged victims of ongoing harassment or health-related harm.

For now, the case stands as a striking example of how a years-long neighborhood noise dispute, despite repeated police warnings that failed to resolve the underlying behavior, ultimately escalated into a criminal investigation once documented health effects among multiple residents became part of the evidentiary record.

Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery have agreed to pause their $110bn (£82.8bn) merger until June 2027 while a judge weighs upon a legal challenge against the tie-up.

The pause follows lawsuits from 12 US states and the Writers Guild of America (WGA), who argue the deal would harm competition and lead to higher prices for consumers.

The decision comes just days after European regulators approved the deal, on the condition Paramount would end a major film distribution partnership with Universal Pictures in the region.

With the deal on hold in the US, emergency court hearings have now been cancelled.

Despite the court freeze, Paramount and Warner Bros insist that combining their operations is essential to compete with digital streaming giants and tech conglomerates.

Paramount hailed the agreement as a “significant win”, stating it provides a “direct path to a trial based on the evidence”.

The company added that a trial is the “fastest” way to prove the merger is “good” for competition, consumers, and creators. The US Department of Justice approved the deal in June.

But state officials and Hollywood unions argue that merging two major studios gives one company too much control.

They argue the move would reduce bargaining power for writers and crews, shrink project options, and ultimately limit choices for viewers.

WGA head Tom Fontana previously warned it would suppress wages and eliminate opportunities for up-and-coming writers.

“It remains our view that this merger is unlawful, and we will continue the fight to block it,” the Block the Merger Coalition said in a statement on 24 July.

Paramount insists viewers will benefit, vowing to release 30 films in cinemas every year – doubling its current turnout.

With preliminary court battles now bypassed, legal teams for both sides must submit a proposed trial schedule by 31 July.

Until a judge reaches a final verdict – or until 1 June 2027 – Paramount and Warner Bros will remain completely separate, competing operations.

Some entrepreneurs find one successful path and stay on it. Timothy Caraboolad has taken a different approach.

Throughout his career, he has moved between construction, real estate development, design, and cannabis retail. The common thread has never been the industry. It has been solving real problems with practical solutions.

From managing renovation projects in the Boston area to developing luxury homes in South Florida, Caraboolad has stayed closely involved in every detail. His career shows how hands-on experience can shape better business decisions and stronger customer experiences.

Who Is Timothy Caraboolad?

Timothy Caraboolad is an entrepreneur, real estate developer, and designer based in Palm Beach, Florida. He also spends time in Aspen, Colorado, Boston, Massachusetts, and Martha’s Vineyard.

His interest in building began early. Growing up in Boston, he worked alongside his father, Geoffrey Caraboolad, at Metric Construction Corporation. Rather than learning from books alone, he learned on active construction sites.

“I learned early that good projects don’t happen by accident,” Caraboolad says. “They come from paying attention to the small things every single day.”

That early experience taught him how construction, planning, budgeting, and teamwork fit together long before he started his own companies.

After earning a Bachelor’s Degree in International Business from Rollins College, he combined formal business education with years of practical experience in the field.

How Timothy Caraboolad Started in Real Estate Development

Before launching his own business, Caraboolad managed residential renovation projects throughout Brookline and Newton, Massachusetts. Those projects helped him understand both the technical side of development and the expectations of homeowners.

He later founded Arc Design, a luxury residential development and design company.

Unlike many developers who step away after planning begins, Caraboolad stayed involved throughout every phase.

“I’ve always wanted to be part of every decision,” he explains. “From development planning to choosing finishes, every detail affects how someone experiences a home.”

That approach became one of the defining characteristics of his work.

Rather than treating design, construction, and customer experience as separate jobs, he viewed them as connected parts of the same process.

Why Native Sun Wellness Was Different

One of the biggest turning points in Caraboolad’s career came from a deeply personal experience.

While supporting his mother during her battle with breast cancer, he saw how confusing it was for patients to legally purchase medical cannabis in Massachusetts.

Instead of accepting the system as it was, he looked for a way to improve it.

In 2017, he founded Native Sun Wellness with the goal of creating a more welcoming and educational experience for patients.

“My family experienced how difficult the process could be,” Caraboolad says. “That made the mission personal. We wanted patients to feel informed, respected, and comfortable from the moment they walked through the door.”

Working alongside his father, he helped establish multiple retail locations across Massachusetts, including a flagship dispensary in South Boston.

He later founded Holland Brands to focus on developing recreational cannabis retail locations throughout the state.

Although the industries were different, the business philosophy stayed consistent.

“When you remove unnecessary friction for customers, you build trust,” he says. “That’s true whether you’re building a home or helping someone navigate a healthcare experience.”

What Is Timothy Caraboolad Doing Today?

Today, Caraboolad has returned to the work that first inspired him.

Through Lad Design, based in South Florida, he develops high-end custom homes with a strong focus on timeless architecture, craftsmanship, and thoughtful execution.

His current work includes luxury spec homes in the SoSo neighborhood of West Palm Beach.

For Caraboolad, success comes from staying involved instead of managing projects from a distance.

“I still enjoy walking a job site,” he says. “Seeing a project take shape never gets old. That’s where the best decisions are made.”

His background allows him to see projects from several perspectives at once. He understands construction, design, business operations, and the homeowner’s experience.

That combination helps guide decisions throughout the entire development process.

What Can Entrepreneurs Learn From Timothy Caraboolad?

Looking across Caraboolad’s career, one pattern stands out. Every new business started with an unmet need.

Arc Design focused on thoughtful luxury development.

Native Sun Wellness addressed a difficult customer experience.

Holland Brands expanded retail opportunities.

Lad Design continues that same mindset by creating carefully designed homes that emphasize quality over shortcuts.

“I’ve never been interested in building something just because everyone else is doing it,” Caraboolad says. “The goal is to create something that lasts and genuinely improves the experience for the people using it.”

That philosophy has allowed him to move successfully across industries without losing sight of his core values.

Outside of work, Caraboolad enjoys downhill skiing, offshore and fly fishing, mountain and road cycling, golf, tennis, and hiking. Spending time outdoors helps him recharge while maintaining the focus needed for complex development projects.

His career continues to evolve, but the foundation remains the same: practical experience, careful execution, and a commitment to building businesses that solve real problems. Whether developing luxury homes or improving customer experiences in entirely different industries, Timothy Caraboolad has consistently approached entrepreneurship with the mindset of a builder first and a business owner second.

South Korea unveiled a sweeping $950 billion package of artificial intelligence chip and infrastructure deals involving Samsung Electronics, SK Group and major U.S. technology firms this week, a announcement Seoul’s government hailed as proof of the country’s central role in the global AI supply chain. But the figure has quickly drawn scrutiny from industry analysts and journalists who say the number blends revenue, expenditures and undisclosed estimates in ways that make it difficult to verify.

A high-profile summit in San Francisco

The deals were announced following an AI summit hosted by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in San Francisco on July 24, which brought together top executives from Nvidia, Broadcom, Microsoft, Anthropic and other major U.S. technology firms alongside leaders from Samsung, SK Group, Hyundai Motor Group and Naver. At the summit, Lee unveiled what he called the “San Francisco AI Declaration,” outlining Seoul’s broader ambitions for technological cooperation with the United States, describing plans to make the country’s “dynamic AI ecosystem” available to help expand global markets for both industrial and personal AI applications. South Korea’s presidential office described the overall $950 billion figure as a landmark achievement demonstrating the country’s position as a key player in the global AI supply chain.

How the $950 billion breaks down

According to figures released by South Korea’s government, the total combines roughly $200 billion tied to a memorandum of understanding between Samsung Electronics and Broadcom, approximately $500 billion connected to SK Group’s collaboration with Nvidia, and an additional $250 billion representing the government’s own estimate of SK’s broader collaborations with other major technology firms including Microsoft, Anthropic and Amazon Web Services. Hyundai Motor Group separately announced plans to collaborate with Nvidia, Waymo and Google DeepMind in the physical AI sector, though it did not disclose specific dollar figures tied to that cooperation.

The Samsung-Broadcom agreement covers memory, foundry and advanced packaging collaboration through 2030, with Samsung set to supply high-bandwidth memory for Broadcom’s next-generation AI accelerators while also producing Broadcom’s communication semiconductors using sub-2-nanometer manufacturing processes. A Samsung Electronics official described the agreement as comprehensive in scope but declined to specify how the $200 billion figure splits between memory supply and foundry or packaging orders, noting the estimate reflects the companies’ projected activity over five years rather than a confirmed order.

The larger SK Group figure centers on a letter of intent between SK Telecom and Nvidia to build an AI data center, or “AI Factory,” with up to 2 gigawatts of capacity beginning in 2027, alongside a long-term agreement for SK Hynix to supply next-generation AI memory, including high-bandwidth memory, to Nvidia.

Why the numbers have drawn skepticism

Despite the scale of the announcement, industry observers and business sources have raised questions about how the figures were calculated. Notably, the disclosed totals combine revenue Korean companies expect to earn selling semiconductors to U.S. firms with the money those same Korean companies plan to spend purchasing American-made graphics processing units, a structure some in the industry say inflates the headline number. One source from the business community, speaking about SK’s dealings with Nvidia specifically, characterized the practice of combining outbound sales figures with inbound purchases as reflective of a broader pattern of exaggeration currently common across the AI industry.

Beyond the revenue-and-expenditure blending, most of the individual company-level breakdowns behind the $950 billion figure have not been disclosed. Aside from the specific numbers tied to Broadcom and Nvidia, the government has not detailed how much of the total stems from any other individual company relationship, including the roughly $250 billion attributed broadly to SK’s collaborations with Microsoft, Anthropic and Amazon Web Services. SK has said the overall scale is not significantly overstated but has not released company-by-company figures to support that claim.

Industry context: some deals seen as inevitable

Some industry insiders have suggested that, given how few global suppliers exist for advanced memory chips, much of the projected business between major U.S. technology firms and South Korea’s two dominant memory producers was effectively predetermined regardless of Friday’s announcement. An SK official acknowledged that the company’s collaborations with Nvidia and other partners on semiconductors and data centers have been ongoing for some time, while arguing that publicly disclosing the scale of those relationships for the first time still carries meaningful value in demonstrating actual demand for South Korean semiconductors.

SK’s chairman defends the announcement

SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won pushed back directly against suggestions that the figures were overstated, framing the announcement as conservative relative to the company’s actual scope of activity. “The AI plan grows bigger the more we touch it,” Chey said, adding that he suspects the announced figures may understate the true scale of the projects already underway. He emphasized that the disclosures reflected work grounded in realistic planning rather than speculative announcements.

Part of a broader state-backed AI push

Friday’s announcement builds on an already ambitious state-driven AI strategy from President Lee’s government. Last month, Lee unveiled three large state-backed initiatives centered on Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix aimed at building semiconductor production clusters, physical AI ecosystems and AI data centers, representing more than $576 billion in investment on their own. Lee is also scheduled to attend a separate Silicon Valley meeting involving South Korea’s National Pension Service, the world’s third-largest pension fund, and U.S. venture capital firms, part of a broader effort to attract international investment into South Korean startups.

With most of the underlying company-specific figures still undisclosed, and questions lingering over how much of the $950 billion reflects genuinely new business versus previously expected transactions between a small number of global chip suppliers and buyers, further clarity is likely to depend on future corporate disclosures from Samsung, SK Hynix and their U.S. partners as the various memorandums of understanding and letters of intent move toward finalized contracts in the years ahead.

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Success stories in business often focus on numbers. Revenue growth. Client counts. Company milestones. For Lyshaan Hall, the founder of Breukelen Wealth, success has always meant something more personal.

“I measure success by the ability to fulfill the dreams of our clients,” Hall says.

That mindset has shaped his career from the beginning. Today, Hall is known as a tax strategist, entrepreneur, and financial advisor who works with business owners, executives, athletes, entertainers, and high-income professionals. But his journey started with a simple observation: many successful people were earning substantial incomes while lacking a clear plan for building long-term wealth.

Rather than focusing solely on tax preparation, Hall saw an opportunity to help people think more strategically about their financial lives.

How Lyshaan Hall Built Breukelen Wealth

Breukelen Wealth was founded in Brooklyn, New York. The company’s name comes from the original Dutch settlement that eventually became Brooklyn, reflecting Hall’s connection to the borough and its entrepreneurial history.

The firm’s mission was straightforward. Hall wanted to help people access the kinds of financial strategies often associated with the ultra-wealthy.

After years of working with clients, he noticed a common pattern.

“Too many successful individuals and business owners were paying more taxes than necessary and making financial decisions without a clear strategy,” Hall explains.

What started as a tax-focused practice gradually evolved into a broader advisory firm. Over time, Breukelen Wealth expanded into areas such as wealth planning, business consulting, and financial education.

The company eventually surpassed seven figures in annual revenue while building relationships with entrepreneurs, executives, professional athletes, and other high-performing professionals.

What Challenges Did Lyshaan Hall Face as an Entrepreneur?

Like many founders, Hall’s biggest challenges appeared during periods of growth.

In the early years, earning trust was not easy. The financial services industry is highly competitive, and attracting clients required consistent networking, education, and relationship-building.

Another obstacle came as the business expanded.

“Early in the growth of the business, I tried to do everything myself,” Hall says. “Client service, operations, sales, marketing, tax work, and strategic planning.”

At first, that approach worked. But eventually it became a bottleneck.

As demand increased, Hall found himself spending more time working inside the business than building the business itself.

The solution required a shift in mindset.

“I learned that building a successful company requires systems, processes, and a strong team, not just individual effort.”

That lesson became a turning point. By developing infrastructure, creating standardized processes, and surrounding himself with talented professionals, Hall was able to scale the company while maintaining the client experience that helped build its reputation.

Why Continuous Learning Drives Lyshaan Hall

One theme appears repeatedly throughout Hall’s career: education.

He believes the best advisors never stop learning.

“Tax laws, financial markets, business strategies, and regulations are constantly evolving,” Hall says. “Successful advisors remain students of their craft.”

That commitment extends beyond professional development. Hall estimates that he invests more than $100,000 each year into personal growth and education.

He credits much of his thinking to lessons learned from books, mentors, and thought leaders such as Tony Robbins, Ryan Holiday, and Dennis Kimbro.

For Hall, learning is not simply about gathering information. It is about developing better ways to solve problems and serve clients.

“Every client has unique goals, challenges, and opportunities,” he says. “The ability to develop customized solutions rather than applying generic advice is what separates great advisors from average ones.”

How Lyshaan Hall Approaches Leadership and Goal Setting

Hall’s leadership philosophy centers on vision, accountability, and adaptability.

When setting goals, he starts with the long-term picture and works backward.

“Goal setting begins with having a clear vision of where we want to be in the future and then working backward to create actionable steps that move us closer to that vision every day.”

Large objectives are broken into annual, quarterly, and monthly milestones. Progress is tracked through client satisfaction, business growth, operational performance, and regular reviews.

But Hall also believes flexibility is essential.

“Our approach is to stay committed to the vision while remaining willing to adjust the strategy when new opportunities or challenges arise.”

That balance between discipline and adaptability has helped guide the company through changing markets and economic conditions.

What Success Means to Lyshaan Hall Today

Over the years, Hall’s definition of success has evolved.

While business growth remains important, he believes professional achievement should support a fulfilling life rather than replace it.

“I believe true success is achieved when personal fulfillment and professional achievement work together rather than compete with one another.”

That perspective influences both his leadership style and the culture he aims to create.

When facing challenges, Hall returns to a simple principle.

“My work is bigger than me,” he says. “The clients, families, and business owners who rely on our guidance motivate me to keep going.”

Looking back, Hall sees entrepreneurship as a continuous process of learning, adapting, and improving.

Rather than viewing obstacles as failures, he sees them as opportunities for growth.

His philosophy remains rooted in the same belief that inspired him to start Breukelen Wealth in the first place: that knowledge, strategy, and disciplined execution can create meaningful opportunities for people who are willing to think beyond short-term results and focus on building something that lasts.

Shoppers are being urged to check their homes, kitchens and backyards after Walmart pulled 11 products from its shelves and website this week, led by a bagged salad recall tied to a growing multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness caused by a parasite.

Iceberg lettuce recall tops the list

The Food and Drug Administration’s recall of shredded and bagged iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms leads this week’s list of Walmart-related recalls. Walmart pulled several Marketside-branded bagged iceberg salads after supplier Taylor Farms de Mexico was linked to the outbreak. The affected products, distributed across 27 states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas, carry the following UPC codes: 681131328944 for 12-ounce Marketside Bagged Iceberg Salad, 681131328951 for the 24-ounce version, 681131328968 for 8-ounce Marketside Bagged Shredded Iceberg Salad, and 681131532099 for the 16-ounce shredded variety. Consumers who purchased any of these products are advised to throw them away or return them to the store for a full refund.

The outbreak investigation has grown significantly in recent weeks. According to the FDA, illnesses linked to the outbreak began as early as June 22 and have continued through July 20, with at least 98 hospitalizations reported and no deaths so far. The outbreak now spans nine states, and federal health officials have said the case count tied to Taco Bell exposure alone includes nearly 2,000 people. Michigan has emerged as the apparent epicenter of the broader outbreak, with the state’s health department reporting more than 5,000 total cyclosporiasis cases during the investigation, a scale that would make it the largest cyclospora outbreak on record in the United States. Michigan health officials cautioned that they “cannot say with certainty that every illness is linked to the same source of exposure,” while noting that the sharp, concentrated rise in cases strongly suggests most of the illnesses share a common source.

The investigation was complicated last weekend when the FDA disclosed that an initial lab test identifying cyclospora in a Taylor Farms lettuce sample had returned a false positive. The agency was careful to clarify that the correction did not change its broader conclusions about the outbreak’s likely source. “This false-positive lab sample does not change the basis for FDA’s ongoing outbreak investigation,” the agency said in a statement, adding that its epidemiological data continues to support the voluntary recall already in place. Taylor Farms, for its part, has not walked back its recall and said it is continuing to work with federal investigators. “We currently have experts on site in central Mexico investigating all potential sources of contamination,” the company said in a statement, noting that no Taylor Farms-branded products are involved in the recall and that it has stopped sourcing iceberg lettuce grown in central Mexico for the remainder of the growing season.

Other food and consumer product recalls

Beyond the lettuce recall, Walmart is tracking several other recent recalls announced by manufacturers whose products are sold in its stores and online.

Morningstar Farms recalled its Plant-Based Buffalo Chick’N Nuggets and Hot and Spicy Sausage Patties, sold nationwide, after the possible presence of plastic pieces in the food.

Haleon issued a voluntary national recall of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels sold in 125-milligram, 120-count and 72-count packaging. The recall stems from potential contamination with a diluted propylene glycol-based coolant that leaked from packaging machinery. While the company said it has not received reports of related incidents, it warned that consuming contaminated softgels could cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea.

Child safety and household product recalls

Several recalls this week involve products aimed at families with young children. Evenflo recalled 59,661 of its Revolve360 REO car seats over crash safety concerns. The recall applies specifically to seats manufactured between March 2025 and the present with model numbers beginning with CS26021, which can be found on the product label on the back of the car seat shell.

More than 5,900 kitchen step stools made by SDADI were recalled due to fall hazards, after federal officials found the stools could collapse or tip over during use, with gaps large enough for a child’s torso to fit through the front and back openings. Separately, more than 116,000 Boon PIVOT Collapsible Toddler Tower Kitchen Step Stools sold through Walmart.com were recalled over similar tip-over concerns.

WonderStone Infant Walkers sold on Walmart.com were also recalled after federal officials determined they violated mandatory safety standards for infant walkers, including the ability to fit through a standard doorway and a failure to stop at the edge of a step, both of which create serious injury risks.

Grill and household appliance recalls

The Cuisinart Propel+ Four Burner 3-in-1 Gas Grill, which includes a built-in pizza oven and is sold on Walmart.com, was recalled after officials found the tempered glass window on the pizza oven could shatter during use, posing a laceration risk.

More than 1.7 million grill brushes made by Conair and sold at Walmart stores and online were recalled after officials found that small metal wire bristles could detach from the brushes and stick to grills or food, creating a risk of ingestion and serious internal injuries that could require surgery.

Rowenta Cordless Vacuums sold on Walmart.com were recalled after the lithium-ion battery inside was found to pose an overheating and fire risk. Approximately 3,660 units were sold before the recall was issued.

Battery packaging recall

Rounding out the list, Junpower recalled its CR2032 Lithium Coin Batteries, sold on Walmart.com, due to violations of child-resistant packaging standards required for coin batteries, which pose serious ingestion hazards to young children if not properly secured.

What consumers should do

Federal officials and Walmart are urging customers who purchased any of the recalled products to stop using them immediately, check model and lot numbers against the details provided by manufacturers, and follow the specific guidance issued for each item, whether that means discarding the product, returning it for a refund, or contacting the manufacturer directly for a repair or replacement. For the lettuce recall specifically, health officials are also advising anyone who consumed the product and later developed gastrointestinal symptoms to contact a healthcare provider, particularly if symptoms began within two weeks of exposure.