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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kerberos Capital Management is proud to announce that it has been named one of four finalists in the Overall Performance (Sub-$1bn) category at the prestigious Alternative Credit Awards North America 2026. The Alternative Credit Awards, hosted by Alternative Credit Investor, honor the most influential fund managers and service providers shaping the alternative credit landscape in North America, with winners to be revealed at a gala ceremony on 14 April 2026 at 583 Park

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WHOOP, the human performance company, today announced that the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has granted a motion by WHOOP for a preliminary injunction against Shenzhen Lexqi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. (Lexqi). The injunction, issued in a trade dress infringement lawsuit brought by WHOOP, orders Lexqi to immediately stop selling its infringing wearable product in the United States while the litigation proceeds. WHOOP filed the lawsuit to pro

STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #CorrespondentLending--Luxury Mortgage expands leadership to drive growth and strengthen its correspondent lending platform nationwide.

NEW YORK CITY & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Peakstone Realty Trust (NYSE: PKST) to Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE: BAM). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Peakstone will receive $21.00 in cash for each share of Peakstone that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process th

NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed merger of Northfield Bancorp, Inc. (NasdaqGS: NFBK) and Columbia Financial, Inc. (NasdaqGS: CLBK). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, each Northfield share will be converted into either stock or cash, at the holder’s election, with consideration tied to the final independent valuation: from 1.425–1.465 holdi

NEW YORK CITY & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE: CTRA) to Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE: DVN). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Coterra will receive 0.70 share of Devon common stock for each share of Coterra that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the pr

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “aa-” (Superior) of MLMIC Insurance Company (MLMIC) (Albany, NY). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. The ratings reflect MLMIC’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strongest, as well as its adequate operating performance, limited business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management. The ratings benefit from the

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The February issue of Best’s Review examines the state of insurance education: “Learning Curve: Our Readers Identify Gaps in Insurance Education” features insight from industry professionals on how academic institutions can better prepare tomorrow’s insurance workforce. “Survey Said…” shares perspectives from Best’s Review readers on how to move the industry forward. “Academics Say Future of Insurance Education Is Interactive, Collaborative” details how professor

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BMG Money today announced its latest strategic partnership with Sqwire, the #1 financial wellness platform for work and school, marking a major milestone in the company's mission to deliver comprehensive financial empowerment. The platform will be available to BMG Money's employees as well as employer partners and direct customers nationwide. This partnership underscores BMG Money's unwavering commitment to employee financial wellness. By integrating Sqwire's cutting-edg

New York, NY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--USA TODAY, part of USA TODAY Co., Inc. (NYSE: TDAY), launched the 38th annual Ad Meter competition, the industry’s leading opinion tool for gauging public sentiment about Super Bowl commercials. Since its debut in 1989, USA TODAY Ad Meter has remained a leading authority on Super Bowl advertising, addressing how the brands and spots drive sentiment and conversations related to sports, pop culture and the world of entertainment. Presented by State Farm®, the 2026 A

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA announces the assignment of preliminary ratings to seven classes of LBTY 2026-225L, a CMBS single-borrower securitization. The collateral for the transaction will be a $800.0 million fixed rate, interest-only mortgage loan. The loan is expected to have an initial five-year term and will require monthly interest-only payments. The loan will be secured by the borrower’s leasehold interest in 225 Liberty, a 44-story, Class-A, LEED Gold certified office tower contain

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MSCI Inc. (“MSCI” or the “Company”) (NYSE: MSCI) announced today that Andrew Wiechmann, Chief Financial Officer, will be participating in fireside chats at the following investor conferences: UBS Financial Services Conference on Monday, February 9, 2026 at 9:40AM Eastern Time Raymond James Annual Institutional Investors Conference on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 8:40AM Eastern Time A live webcast and replay of these events will be available on the events and presentation

NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Under the leadership of President and Partner Rich Bursek, Certuity, a multi-family office serving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, has announced four strategic additions to its team. These appointments reflect Certuity’s commitment to investing in human capital to support its most recent growth, assist in the analysis and execution of future growth opportunities and its dedication to technology to expand brand reach and

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Attentive® released findings from two new surveys revealing Q1 as a critical window for brands to engage new shoppers.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--System1, the Creative Effectiveness Platform, has revealed which Big Game ads U.S. audiences love most so far and which have the greatest potential to drive long-term growth and profit. Early audience testing reveals ads from the NFL, Budweiser, Ring, Dove, and Pepsi ranking highest, sparking strong positive emotional responses. The top-performing campaigns share common creative strengths, including stories rooted in pop culture, recognizable music, exaggerated humor

CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Timber Bay Partners (“Timber Bay”), a private equity firm focused on GP-led secondary transactions, today announced the final closing of Timber Bay Fund III (the “Fund”), its third flagship fund, with $281 million in total capital commitments. “Our team has been investing in this space since 2008, and as the opportunity set continues to broaden, we remain committed to a disciplined, highly selective investment approach,” said founder and managing partner Joe Woods.

ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #BuilderShow--Hyphen Solutions, the leading provider of residential construction software powering 1 in 3 new homes build in America, will exhibit at the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Attendees are invited to visit Booth S4049 to experience Hyphen’s connected construction network and test their skills on the putting green for a chance to win a Scotty Cameron® putter. Built around the theme “We Have a S

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Turn, the AI-native workforce screening and compliance infrastructure company, today announced that it has been selected by Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF), a leading global cannabis operator, to support background screening across Curaleaf’s workforce. Under the agreement, Turn will support Curaleaf’s pre-hire background screening and ongoing workforce compliance across its retail, cultivation, manufacturing, and corporate operations. The partnershi

RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 2026-2027 Payments Innovation Alliance Advisory Committee is now official. Payments Innovation Alliance Participating Members have been elected to the five committees which, combined, form the Advisory Committee. “I am excited to have our new leadership helping to chart the course of the Alliance,” said Jennifer West, AAP, AFPP, APRP, Nacha Senior Director, Payments Innovation Alliance, Education and Accreditation. “These talented professionals will create a di

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Bump, a leading pregnancy and parenting technology platform, today announced an updated registry experience available on The Bump app and TheBump.com, designed to make it easier for expecting parents to involve family, discover trusted products, and plan collaboratively as they prepare for a new baby. The updated registry is designed to address the overwhelming decision fatigue many expecting parents experience by simplifying how they discover, organize, and trust