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DALLAS & NEW YORK & LONDON & TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lone Star Funds (“Lone Star”) today announced that an affiliate of Lone Star Fund XII, L.P. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Capsules & Health Ingredients (“CHI”) division of Lonza Group AG. As part of the transaction, Lonza will retain a 40% equity position in the business. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, CHI operates globally across the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific. The business comprises three segments:

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors of the upcoming March 9, 2026 deadline to participate as a lead plaintiff in the securities fraud class action lawsuit filed on behalf of investors who acquired Varonis Systems, Inc. (“Varonis” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VRNS) common stock between February 4, 2025 and October 28, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON VARONIS SYSTEMS, INC. (VRNS), CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE IN

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors of the upcoming March 9, 2026 deadline to participate as a lead plaintiff in the securities fraud class action lawsuit filed on behalf of investors who acquired Ardent Health, Inc. (“Ardent” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ARDT) securities between July 18, 2024 and November 12, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO LOST MONEY ON ARDENT HEALTH, INC. (ARDT), CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SECURI

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA releases the February 2026 issue of CMBS Trend Watch. Following a robust start to the year for commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) private-label issuance, the momentum continued into February. Seventeen deals closed totaling $15.2 billion, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) total to $23.2 billion (30 deals). Commercial real estate (CRE) collateralized loan obligation (CLO) issuance in February included three deals totaling $2.6 billion. While stable capital

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of common stock of Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) between July 23, 2025 and February 3, 2026. Boston Scientific describes itself as a “a global company that develops, manufactures, and markets medical devices used across various specialties.” For more information, submit a form, email attorney Phillip Kim, or give us a call at 866-767-3653. The Allega

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Advocacy, the AI-native, context-first litigation workspace, today emerged from stealth and announced it has raised $3.5 million in seed funding. The round was led by Relentless, with participation from Relativity, through its innovation arm Rel Labs, as well as Am Law 100 firm Fenwick & West LLP, prominent legal scholars from T14 (Top 14) law schools, and a consortium of partners ranging from Big Law firms to practice-specific litigation boutiques. The fundi

MANASSAS, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #homeequity--CHEP welcomed a new study from Urban Institute confirming the value of shared equity products for homeowners looking to access home equity.

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #insurance--AM Best has assigned a Long-Term Issue Credit Rating of “bbb-” (Good) to the $1 billion, 6.625% fixed rate junior subordinated notes, due 2056, of Humana Inc. (Humana) (headquartered in Louisville, KY) [NYSE: HUM]. The outlook assigned to this Credit Rating (rating) is stable. All other ratings of Humana and its subsidiaries remain unchanged. Humana expects to use the proceeds from the junior subordinated notes issuance for general corporate purposes, which may i

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE:STC) announced today that it has been awarded a place on Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers 2026. The awards list can be viewed on Forbes website. “The best companies are vision-driven and our vision is clear – to be the most respected title company in the industry. Recognition like this reflects the strength of our people and our culture. A culture committed to being a destination for top talent where our emplo

RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #Abrigo--Abrigo has acquired 360 View to power data-driven growth for financial institutions

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the sale of Day One Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAWN) to Servier for $21.50 per share in cash. Halper Sadeh encourages Day One shareholders to click here to learn more about their rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper free of charge at (212) 763-0060 or sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. The investigation concerns whether Day One and its board of directors viola

FORT WASHINGTON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Newrez, a top five mortgage lender and servicer, today announced it has been named a 2025 Fannie Mae Servicer Total Achievement and Rewards™ (STAR™) Performer, marking its fourth consecutive year of recognition. Newrez earned STAR honors across all three categories—General Servicing, Solution Delivery, and Timeline Management. For more than a decade, Fannie Mae’s STAR Program has recognized high‑performing mortgage servicers for excellence in competency, c

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Girls on the Run International, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering girls through movement and life-skills development, announced its continued partnership with BNP Paribas through the bank’s Points for Change campaign, activated at the BNP Paribas Open, taking place from March 4-15. The collaboration coincides with the Girls on the Run 30th anniversary, marking three decades of impact for girls nationwide. Through the Points for Change initiative, BNP Paribas

There is a persistent myth in business that the “right” time to start a company will announce itself with flashing lights and a strong economy. History — and people — say otherwise.

This year’s Intuit QuickBooks Entrepreneurship Report tells a different story about the American mindset. One in three U.S. adults (33%) plan to start a business or side hustle in 2026 — a staggering 94% increase year-over-year. The United States now leads globally in entrepreneurial intent.

Let that settle in.

Despite ongoing economic pressure, Americans are not waiting for conditions to “improve.” They are building anyway.

Entrepreneurship is no longer viewed primarily as a risk. Increasingly, it is viewed as a necessity.

The New Survival Instinct

Periods of uncertainty have always produced builders. What is different now is the scale — and the psychology.

Nearly half (47%) of adults earned money from a side hustle in the past year. Yet only one in five formally registered their business. We are witnessing the rise of what some call the “underground” or informal economy: capable, skilled professionals monetizing expertise without infrastructure.

This signals two things:

First, the appetite to create income streams beyond traditional employment is enormous.
Second, many aspiring founders are still testing the waters — experimenting before formalizing.

There is wisdom in that.

Start small. Validate demand. Learn your market. Then build structure around what works.

The Cost Myth

Ask someone how much it takes to start a business and you’ll often hear a number that sounds like a small mortgage.

According to the QuickBooks data, 47% of Americans cite cost as the top hurdle to starting a business. On average, they estimate needing $28,000 to launch. The median actual startup cost? Just $12,000 — less than half the perceived requirement.

This gap between perception and reality matters.

In my advisory work, I see it often: talented professionals stall because they assume scale must precede proof. In truth, clarity precedes capital. A well-defined problem, a narrow target market, and a disciplined cost structure dramatically lower the barrier to entry.

Entrepreneurship has never been inexpensive — but it has become far more accessible.

Generational Urgency

Entrepreneurial intent is not evenly distributed.

Gen Z leads in intent, with 43% planning to launch. Millennials report the strongest sense of urgency, with 74% saying they feel pressure to start now.

This urgency is telling. It reflects more than ambition. It reflects an economic recalibration. Traditional employment is no longer assumed to be the safest path to security. Ownership — even partial ownership through a side venture — feels more controllable.

For experienced professionals and executives, this should prompt reflection. The next generation is not waiting for permission, credentials, or perfect timing. They are experimenting, iterating, and leveraging tools that dramatically reduce friction.

Which brings us to the most significant shift of all.

AI as the New Co-Founder

More than 60% of aspiring entrepreneurs say they plan to use AI to help launch their businesses in 2026. Among Millennials, that number rises to 75%, with planned uses spanning branding, research, and operations.

AI has quietly become the most affordable intern, analyst, and creative partner a founder can access.

What once required agencies, research teams, or junior staff can now be prototyped in days. Business plans are refined faster. Customer personas are clearer. Marketing experiments are cheaper. Operational systems are easier to design.

AI will not replace judgment, resilience, or strategic thinking. But it dramatically compresses the time between idea and execution.

For many founders, that compression is the difference between hesitation and action.

Starting With Discipline

Enthusiasm is powerful. Data-driven urgency is even more so. But discipline remains the dividing line between hobby and enterprise.

If you are considering launching a business — whether as a primary venture or a side initiative — consider three foundational questions:

1. What specific problem am I solving, and for whom?
2. What is the smallest viable version of this idea I can test?
3. What financial and operational thresholds define success for me?

Entrepreneurship born from necessity can still be strategic. In fact, it must be.

The American entrepreneurial surge is not simply about optimism. It is about agency. People want more control over income, flexibility, and trajectory. They are choosing to build rather than wait.

And perhaps that is the most important takeaway.

There may never be a perfect economic backdrop. Markets fluctuate. Conditions shift. Headlines oscillate between caution and exuberance.

But the impulse to create — to solve, to serve, to build value — persists.

The question is not whether conditions are ideal. The question is whether you are prepared to start before you feel entirely ready.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $APO #APO--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Apollo Global Management, Inc. (“Apollo” or the “Company”) (NYSE: APO) and reminds investors of the May 1, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company. Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AQST #AQST--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. (“Aquestive” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AQST). Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com. Shares of Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. (NA

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $HELE #ClassAction--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Helen of Troy Limited (“Helen of Troy” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HELE). Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com. On October 9, 2025, Helen of Troy reported fi

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $RZLT #ClassAction--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Rezolute, Inc. (“Rezolute” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: RZLT). Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com. Rezolute, Inc. shares tumbled sharply on December 11, 202

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $DRVN #Brands--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (“Driven Brands” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DRVN). Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com. Driven Brands shares fell over 25% on F

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $HUBG #ClassAction--Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Hub Group, Inc. (“Hub Group” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HUBG). Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com. On February 6, 2026, Hub Group shares fell sharply, aft