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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Duff & Phelps Utility and Infrastructure Fund Inc. (NYSE: DPG), a closed-end fund advised by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. (the “Investment Adviser”), authorized the payment of dividends on its common stock as follows: Per Share Amount Ex-Date Record Date Payable Date $0.07 January 30, 2026 January 30, 2026 February 10, 2026 $0.07 February 27, 2026 February 27, 2026 March 10, 2026 $0.07 March 31, 2026 March 31, 2026 April 10,

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MFS Closed-End Funds Announce Special Shareholder Meetings Relating to Proposed Reorganizations, Proposed Appointment of Aberdeen as Invest. Adviser

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MFA Financial, Inc. (NYSE: MFA) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.36 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on January 30, 2026, to common stockholders of record on December 31, 2025. MFA Financial, Inc. is a leading specialty finance company that invests in residential mortgage loans, residential mortgage-backed securities and other real estate assets. Through its wholly owned subsidiary Lim

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MFS CLOSED-END FUNDS ANNOUNCE SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS RELATING TO PROPOSED REORGANIZATIONS, PROPOSED APPOINTMENT OF ABERDEEN AS INVEST. ADVISER

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #insurance--AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of “aa” (Superior) of Pacific Life Insurance Company and Pacific Life & Annuity Company (collectively referred to as Pacific Life Group). Both companies are headquartered in Newport Beach, CA. Additionally, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of “a” (Excellent) of the group’s intermediate holding company, Pacific LifeCorp (Wilmington,

PARSIPPANY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $ZTS #animalhealth--The Board of Directors of Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) has declared a dividend of $0.53 per share for the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 6% from the quarterly dividend rate paid in 2025. The dividend will be paid on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, to all holders of record of the Company’s common stock as of the close of business on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. About Zoetis As the world’s leading animal health company, Zoetis is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of DNP Select Income Fund Inc. (NYSE: DNP), a closed-end fund advised by Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. (the “Investment Adviser”), authorized the payment of dividends on its common stock as follows: Per Share Amount Ex-Date Record Date Payable Date $0.065 January 30, 2026 January 30, 2026 February 10, 2026 $0.065 February 27, 2026 February 27, 2026 March 10, 2026 $0.065 March 31, 2026 March 31, 2026 April 10, 2026 The Fund adopted a

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE: WAL) today announced the appointment of two distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors, adding sizable expertise in the key areas of cybersecurity and risk management as the organization nears the $100 billion asset threshold. Joining the Board are Dr. Michael Papay, a recognized cybersecurity authority and former head of Technology Risk and Information Security at American Express, and Mr. Clarke Starnes III, former Chief Ri

WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. (“FTA”) announces that, effective January 1, 2026, for each of the funds listed below (each, a “Fund” and collectively, the “Funds”), it has agreed to waive a portion of its annual unitary management fees in the amounts set forth below. FTA intends to propose to the Board of Trustees of the Funds a corresponding permanent reduction of each Fund’s annual unitary management fees. During any period in which such waivers are in effect, or wh

RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kinsale Capital Group Authorizes New $250 Million Share Repurchase Program

FARMINGTON, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (Nasdaq: HRZN) (the “Company”) today announced that it priced a registered direct offering of $57.50 million aggregate principal amount of 7.00% Notes due 2028 (the “Notes”). The Notes will mature on December 15, 2028 and may be redeemed in whole or in part at any time prior to June 15, 2028 at par plus a “make-whole” premium and thereafter at par plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon to the redemption date. The Notes

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) announced today that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.235 per common share, payable December 31, 2025, to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 22, 2025. About Western Union The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) is committed to helping people around the world who aspire to build financial futures for themselves, their loved ones and their communities. Our leading cross-border, cross

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The William A. Lawson Institute for Peace and Prosperity (WALIPP) and community partners broke ground on the WALIPP Senior Residences, an affordable housing development for older adults in Houston, Texas’ Third Ward. The project received a $750,000 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) through Frost Bank to support the construction. The $29.3 million affordable housing development is a joint venture between WALIP

GLEN ALLEN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dynex Capital, Inc. announced today that the Company’s Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.17 per share on its Common Stock (NYSE: DX) for December 2025. The Common dividend is payable on January 9, 2026, to shareholders of record as of January 2, 2026. The Company’s Board also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.61437 per share of its Series C Fixed-to-Floating Rate Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock (NYSE: DXPRC) for the fourth quart

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #KBRA--KBRA Analytics, the data and analytics division of KBRA, is pleased to announce an expansion of its partnership between the KBRA Credit Profile (KCP) platform and Intex Solutions, a leading provider of structured finance cashflow models and analytical solutions. KCP is KBRA Analytics’ premier platform for CMBS loan-level loss projections, timing, and detailed credit analysis produced by its 40-person analytical team. The collaboration enables Intex users to access KCP

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA assigns preliminary ratings to eight classes of mortgage pass-through certificates from CROSS 2025-H10 Mortgage Trust, an RMBS transaction issued under the CROSS shelf, where Hildene in affiliation with CrossCountry Mortgage and CrossCountry Capital sponsored the transaction. The $328.4 million transaction is collateralized by a pool of 576 residential mortgages originated by CCM, including a meaningful concentration of collateral that KBRA considers to be “non-p

WOODBURY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clara Capital, a leading provider of customized financing solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, today announced three major enhancements to its product and partner experience: same-day commission payments for ISOs, extended 12-month terms, and new pricing tiers featuring lower rates across the board. These initiatives reflect Clara Capital’s continued commitment to listening to ISO feedback, investing in automation, and delivering competitive, technol

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dynasty Financial Partners welcomes Storen Financial, an Indiana-based comprehensive financial services firm managing approximately $500 million in client assets and serving over 5,000 business, tax and investment clients. As a local institution for over 50 years, Storen Financial offers wealth management, financial planning, tax strategy and investment services to individuals, families and businesses. Their comprehensive approach offers solutions for pers

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Trustees of Barings Corporate Investors (NYSE: MCI) (the “Trust”) today announced that it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share payable on January 16, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 30, 2025. Based on current projections through the end of 2025, the Trust expects the dividend will be comprised of net investment income. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of this distribution will depend upon the

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Trustees of Barings Participation Investors (NYSE: MPV) (the “Trust”) today announced that it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.37 per share payable on January 16, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 30, 2025. Based on current projections through the end of 2025, the Trust expects the dividend will be compromised of net investment income. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of this distribution will depend up