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Janus Henderson Investor Survey Reveals How Investors View AI: As an Investment Theme and for Financial Guidance
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Janus Henderson Investors today released the findings of its 2026 Investor Survey, which explores investor perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI). The research reveals that while more than half of investors (61%) expect AI to have a positive long-term impact on markets, 9 out of 10 investors have at least some concerns about investing in AI. The most common investor concern is that AI may not deliver on expectations (28%), followed by bias, misuse or insufficient s
Sky Peak Capital Forms Excelus Holdings, One of the Nation’s Leading Independent Precision Manufacturing Platforms
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sky Peak Capital (“Sky Peak”) today announced the formation of Excelus Holdings (“Excelus”), a scaled precision manufacturing platform created through the combination of Excelus Manufacturing Solutions, D&G Machine Products, and Millennium Precision. With more than 200,000 square feet of combined manufacturing space and over 200 employees, Excelus serves mission-critical aerospace, defense, medical device, power generation, and high-reliability industrial customers.
Schroders Study Reveals How Retirees Are Responding to the Affordability Crisis
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--More than five years after the onset of the worst US inflation outbreak in a generation, the impact of rising prices continues to trouble retirees. According to Schroders’ 2026 US Retirement Survey, 49% of retirees report that their expenses in retirement are higher than they expected, and more than half (58%) don’t know how long their savings will last. The top five concerns weighing on retired Americans in 2026 include (% at least slightly concerned): Inflation less
Quantum Health Recognizes Clients for Excellence in Healthcare Innovation and Member Experience at Quantum Health Connect 2026
DUBLIN, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Quantum Health, the leading healthcare navigation company, today announced the winners of its annual client awards at Quantum Health Connect 2026, recently held in Nashville. The awards recognize organizations transforming the healthcare experience and delivering measurable impact across cost, experience and clinical outcomes, while highlighting achievements in innovation, whole-person care, employee engagement and overall health performance. This year’s Quantum H
Sectigo Evolves Its Brand to Bring Simplicity at Scale to Certificate Lifecycle Management
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #PKI--Sectigo, a global leader in automated Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) and digital certificates, today announced a new brand identity and corporate positioning centered on a clear vision: delivering Simplicity at Scale as digital trust grows more complex, distributed, and critical to operations. Delivered through Sectigo Certificate Manager (SCM), this approach enables a more coordinated way to automate certificate management at scale. For decades, Publ
Wells Fargo to Present at the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) said today that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Charlie Scharf will present at the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. ET. The live webcast will be available online at https://www.wellsfargo.com/about/investor-relations/events. A replay of the webcast will be available for three months following the presentation. About Wells Fargo Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a lea
Stephens Group Announces Exit of IMA Financial Group Via Equity Recapitalization Led by Oak Hill Capital, New Mountain Capital, and HarbourVest
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Stephens Group, LLC (“Stephens Group”) announced today that it has exited its investment in IMA Financial Group, Inc., a North American insurance brokerage firm specializing in risk management, employee benefits and investment advisory services, via the completion of an equity recapitalization transaction. Oak Hill Capital and New Mountain Capital are each taking minority positions, with additional participation from HarbourVest and a select group of prominent insti
Non-Bank Lenders Close Satisfaction Gap with Banks as Consumer Loan Satisfaction Remains Flat, JD Power Finds
TROY, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JD Power: Non-Bank Lenders Close Satisfaction Gap with Banks as Consumer Loan Satisfaction Remains Flat
Acumen Financial Advantage Expands Leadership Team, Deepening Commitment to the Credit Union Movement
LA JOLLA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acumen Financial Advantage expands its leadership team with two new Regional Vice Presidents, deepening its commitment to the credit union movement.
Lauxera Capital Partners Raises €520 Million Fund II to Scale a New Generation of European Healthtech Leaders
PARIS & SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lauxera Capital Partners, a growth-buyout and growth equity firm focused on innovative and fast-growing Healthtech companies, today announced the successful close of its Lauxera Growth II fund at €520 million, surpassing its €500 million hard cap and nearly doubling the size of the firm’s debut fund. Finalized less than 18 months after its first closing, the oversubscribed fund reflects strong support from both returning and new Limited Partners and under
BitGo Unveils Modular Digital Asset Operating Model for Banks
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BitGo Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BTGO) (“BitGo”), the digital asset infrastructure company, today introduced a modular bank-ready operating model designed to help financial institutions evaluate, launch, and scale digital asset capabilities within an established legal, compliance, risk, and operational framework. The modular model brings together custodial wallets, trading, settlement, staking, stablecoins, wealth management, licensing and API infrastructure in a modular o
Eagle Point Income Company Inc. Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $EIC--Eagle Point Income Company Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: EIC, EICA) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, and certain additional activity through April 30, 2026. “We continue to see strong cash flows from our investment portfolio, and we are pleased that our net investment income exceeded the common stock distribution,” said Thomas P. Majewski, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “With short-term rates potentially increasing,
Milliman Financial Strategies Limited launches MGTS Milliman SmartShield Fund in UK
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Milliman Financial Strategies Limited has announced the launch of the MGTS Milliman SmartShield Fund in the UK. The fund makes available to advisers a disciplined approach to managing downside risk, previously only available to insurers and institutional investors. Drawing on over 25 years’ experience in financial market risk management, with more than GBP 18 billion managed in similar strategies outside the UK, the fund has been developed to support advisers seeking a
Sureshot.io Selects Vonage to Power Next-Generation Customer Engagement with Advanced Messaging Capabilities
HOLMDEL, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vonage, a part of Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), today announced that Sureshot.io, a marketing and productivity software provider, has selected Vonage to power its next-generation customer engagement solutions. Sureshot.io is now using the Vonage Messages API to deliver more dynamic, interactive messaging experiences for its global clients. Sureshot.io, which integrates with major marketing automation platforms, is moving a high volume of its SMS and MMS traffic to Von
Bradesco Expands Payroll Loan Operations with FICO Platform
SÃO PAULO--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $FICO--Bradesco, Brazil's leading private bank, has won a 2026 FICO® Decision Award for Decision Management Innovation.
Eagle Point Credit Company Inc. Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $ECC--Eagle Point Credit Company Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: ECC, ECCC, ECC PRD, ECCU, ECCV) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, and certain additional activity through April 30, 2026. “The CLO market tends to underprice the reinvestment option precisely when it matters most, during periods of dislocation,” said Thomas P. Majewski, Chief Executive Officer. “What looks like short-term stress is often the moment of greatest embedded
Benji Announces $6.25 Million in New Funding to Expand Infrastructure for Loyalty Partnerships
CHICAGO & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Benji, the universal API for loyalty partnerships, today announced a $6.25 million seed funding round led by Preface Ventures and Atinc, with participation from Great North Ventures, M25, and Hyde Park Venture Partners. Benji’s growing network includes JetBlue’s loyalty program as well as those of several other leading brands such as Cook Unity, 1800-Flowers and Chip City, with a total of more than 50 million active members combined. The funding will support
Clay McCoy Joins Evercore as Senior Managing Director in Private Capital Advisory
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Evercore (NYSE: EVR) announced today that Clay McCoy has joined the firm as a senior managing director in its private capital advisory (PCA) group, based in New York. “We are pleased to welcome Clay to Evercore,” said Nigel Dawn, global head of Evercore’s private capital advisory business. “He brings deep infrastructure secondaries expertise, strong market relationships and a proven ability to advise clients in complex markets. As the secondary market continues to exp
Guitar Center Appoints Reverb Founder David Kalt to Its Board of Directors
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Guitar Center appoints David Kalt to its Board as the company expands into its next growth phase.
Pitney Bowes Announces Extension of Credit Facilities
SHELTON, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pitney Bowes extends credit facility maturities to 2031 and receives BB- Long-Term Issuer Default Rating from Fitch.
