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KBRA Assigns Preliminary Ratings to PMT Loan Trust 2024-INV1 (PMTLT 2024-INV1)
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA assigns preliminary ratings to 61 classes of mortgage pass-through certificates from PMT Loan Trust 2024-INV1 (PMTLT 2024-INV1), a prime RMBS transaction sponsored by PennyMac Corp. (PennyMac), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (PMT). PMTLT 2024-INV1 comprises 981 fixed-rate mortgages (FRMs) with an aggregate principal balance of $354,015,189 as of the October 1, 2024 cut-off date. The underlying pool consists of agency-el
Battery Ventures-Backed HR-Software Provider PageUp Group Acquired by EQT Partners
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PageUp Group, a human-resources and talent software company that had been majority-owned by global, technology-focused investment firm Battery Ventures, has been acquired by global investment firm EQT Group. Battery first invested in Australia-based PageUp, co-founded by entrepreneur Karen Cariss, in 2018. Battery helped scale the company into a global player in the HR sector both organically and through three key, add-on acquisitions, pursuing a strategy of disc
New Frontier Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence and 20 Years of Innovative ETF Investing
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #ETFInnovation--New Frontier Advisors, LLC, a pioneer in investment management, announces two significant milestones: its 25th anniversary and 20 years of groundbreaking ETF investment strategies. Twenty years ago, New Frontier brought institutional expertise to the broad market when it launched two innovative investment strategies that have stood the test of time: 1. Global Core ETF Portfolios 2. Tax-Sensitive ETF Portfolios Each strategy features six risk-targeted portfolios, providi
Corebridge Financial and Miami-Dade County Public Schools Celebrate 60 Years of Providing Financial Security to Educators
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Corebridge Financial and Miami-Dade County Public Schools are commemorating one of the earliest implementations of a 403(b) retirement plan in a public school, dating back to 1964. The Variable Annuity Life Insurance Company (VALIC), a Corebridge Financial company, issued a 403(b) plan sixty years ago this month to a teacher at Coral Gables Elementary who enrolled at $25 per pay period, helping to pioneer 403(b) employer contracts for educators in the United States. “T
Eastern Bank Names Kimberly Dee Executive Vice President, Consumer Banking Director
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Eastern Bank, Greater Boston’s leading local bank, is pleased to announce that Kimberly Dee, a highly accomplished retail, customer transformation and business banking executive, has been named Executive Vice President, Consumer Banking Director. She will also serve on the Bank’s Management Committee, comprised of Eastern’s most senior executives. Dee most recently served as Executive Vice President and Head of the Retail Branch Network of Citizens Financial Group, wher
Nacha’s Payments Innovation Alliance Leads Industry Effort to Define and Shape the Future of Pay by Bank
RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nacha’s Payments Innovation Alliance, a membership program that brings together diverse global stakeholders seeking to transform the payments industry, will address the question “What is Pay by Bank?” through a new project team open to all existing and new Alliance members. “Pay by Bank has become a common industry term of art over the past several years, but there is not yet industry consensus on what it means,” said Michael Herd, Executive Vice President of ACH N
System Pavers Becomes a Small Business Partner of the Seattle Seahawks
SANTA ANA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--System Pavers, the nation’s number one outdoor living design and installation company, announces today its partnership with the Seattle Seahawks’ Small Business Program. Through the partnership, System Pavers continues its momentum in the Seattle market by aligning with a championship-caliber sports team through a proven combination of branding, experiential, and activation services. “Washingtonians are almost as fanatic about their outdoor living spaces as t
ELIQUENT Life Sciences Announces: Rob Wojciechowski Joins Firm
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ELIQUENT Life Sciences (ELIQUENT), a global regulatory consulting firm, today announced the appointment of Rob Wojciechowski as Managing Director of the Consulting Practice across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. This strategic addition to ELIQUENT’s executive team underscores the company’s commitment to continued growth within European and Asian markets. “Rob’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for ELIQUENT. His extensive experience in managing consulting pr
Michigan's Award-Winning Talent Attraction Effort Delivers Momentum with Workers and Relocators
LANSING, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Approximately one year after the public launch of Michigan’s talent attraction campaign, a long-term effort meant to help retain and attract high-tech workers alongside population growth initiatives, the message that “You Can in Michigan” is already resonating for talent near and far. Through September, the campaign generated 660 million ad impressions, 3.5 million website views, 16,000+ visitors to the Michigan Career Portal and brought in multiple industry awa
New Report by Clarion Partners and Rosen Consulting Group Quantifies U.S. Commercial Real Estate Universe, Benchmarking the Size of the CRE Market, Individual Property Sectors, and the True “Institutional” Quality Portion of the Market
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clarion Partners, Rosen Consulting Group report quantifies US CRE - $11.7 trillion is Institutional; allocations to "Alternative” CRE sectors on rise.
InMobi Advertising Named a ‘Strong Performer’ and ‘Mobile Must-Have’ in New Report on Sell-Side Platforms with Highest Possible Scores Across 12 Criteria
SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--InMobi Advertising, a leading provider of marketing and monetization technologies that help businesses fuel growth, has been named a “Strong Performer” in The Forrester Wave™: Sell-Side Platforms, Q4 2024. The report, issued today by Forrester, identifies the InMobi Exchange as a “mobile must-have.” The report evaluated 10 platforms across 33 different criteria. InMobi Exchange, which was identified as a mobile-first SSP, scored top marks in the following cri
Clarios Partners with ISN® to Enhance Contractor Management in Mexico
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ISN, the global leader in contractor and supplier information management services, announced that Clarios, a global leader in advanced low-voltage battery solutions, has selected ISNetworld as its primary contractor information management system for its operations in Mexico. ISN will work with Clarios to enhance its contractor management program. “One of our highest priorities at Clarios is ensuring our collaborators can work safely and effectively—day in and day out. P
Morgan Stanley Private Equity Secondaries Completes Equity Financing Alongside RunTide Capital in ATSG and Evolve IP
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Private Equity Secondaries, through a vehicle managed by RunTide Capital, announced today the completion of an equity financing to consummate the combination between ATSG and Evolve IP. ATSG is a global technology provider for cloud, IT managed services, and cybersecurity, and Evolve IP is a global leader in desktop-as-a-service, unified communications, contact center, and other cloud services. The combined organization will
78% of Gen Z Workers ‘Romanticize’ their Office on Social Media, New Standley Systems Study Shows
RICHARDSON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With return-to-office mandates driving workers back to the office together, new norms are rapidly emerging as the multi-generational workforce settles into new rhythms. For many Gen Z workers who launched their professional careers remotely, this is their first time stepping into an office—working side by side with Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomer professionals who bring their own generational expectations, habits, and lingos. According to a new survey fro
AVTE Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Merger of Aerovate Therapeutics, Inc. Is Fair to Shareholders
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the merger of Aerovate Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVTE) and Jade Biosciences is fair to Aerovate shareholders. Upon closing of the proposed transaction, Aerovate stockholders are expected to own approximately 1.6% of the combined company. Halper Sadeh encourages Aerovate shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212
Finance Veteran Eugene Wong Joins CLARA Analytics to Guide Company Through Its Next Phase of Hyper Growth
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--As Chief Financial Officer, Eugene Wong will drive value creation as CLARA Analytics continues to lead the market in AI-based claims intelligence.
Shareholder Alert: Ademi LLP Investigates Whether Aerovate Therapeutics, Inc. Is Obtaining a Fair Price for Its Public Shareholders
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ademi LLP is investigating Aerovate (Nasdaq: AVTE) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with Jade. Click here to learn how to join our investigation or call Guri Ademi toll-free at 866-264-3995. There is no cost or obligation to you. Under the agreement, Aerovate stockholders are expected to own approximately 1.6% of the combined company, while Jade stockholders — including those investors participating in the pre-clo
Kraken Launches Powerful Desktop Trading Application For Active Traders
CHEYNNE, Wyo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kraken, one of the longest-standing, most liquid and secure cryptocurrency exchanges, has launched Kraken Desktop after a successful private beta, providing active crypto users with the most high-powered and comprehensive crypto trading experience in the space today. Kraken Desktop provides complete access to all of Kraken’s spot and futures markets through a platform designed with active traders in mind. Inspired by Cryptowatch, the previous charting and trading
Sappi Recognized in 2024 Global Top Companies for Women Listing
JOHANNESBURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sappi North America is pleased to announce that Sappi Limited has been ranked 7th globally and is one of only four South African firms recognized in the 2024 list of World’s Top Companies for Women by Forbes Magazine and Statista. This prestigious listing evaluates employer brand, public opinion, and leadership scores, gathered from approximately 100,000 interviews conducted across 37 countries. Companies were assessed on various criteria, including general workpl
New Study Demonstrates Benefits of Automating Time-Off Requests With Paycom
OKLAHOMA CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Paycom Software, Inc. (NYSE: PAYC) (“Paycom”), a leading provider of comprehensive, cloud-based human capital management software, revealed findings by Forrester Consulting on the potential cost savings and benefits enabled by Paycom’s Time-Off Requests featuring GONE®, which automates the historically undermanaged time-off request process. According to the Forrester study, a composite organization representative of interviewed Paycom clients received a projected