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UBS Advisor Michael R. Doren Named to Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors List

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 14:37
FLORHAM PARK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UBS Global Wealth Management US announced today that Michael R. Doren, a Financial Advisor in the firm’s Florham Park, New Jersey office has been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list for 2026. “We are extremely proud to see Michael recognized on this prestigious list,” said Joseph Lombardo, Market Director at UBS. “Michael has achieved an incredible level of success as a Financial Advisor through his dedication, focus, and commitment to his

Amsterdam & Partners LLP: Ukrainian Court Ruling and Presidential Office Remarks Support Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Undermine Attacks by Andriy Yermak on Political Opponents

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 14:37
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amsterdam & Partners LLP, as international counsel to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC) and associated supporters, welcomes recent legal and political developments in Ukraine that have fundamentally undermined the central justification used by Ukrainian authorities to persecute the UOC and its supporters. Last month, Ukraine’s Sixth Administrative Court of Appeal annulled the conclusions previously endorsed by the State Service of Ukraine for Ethnic Policy and Fre

FINRA Fines Pictet Overseas and Blue Ocean ATS for AML and Supervisory Violations Involving Low-Priced Securities

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 14:37
WASHINGTON, D.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FINRA has fined two member firms a total of more than $1.1 million for anti-money laundering (AML) and supervisory violations related to low-priced securities transactions. Specifically, FINRA fined Pictet Overseas Inc. $610,000 for these violations concerning low-priced securities transactions, the majority of which occurred through an omnibus account held by the firm’s affiliate, along with other violations. This action comes on the heels of FINRA’s $550,000

EIG’s MidOcean Energy Announces $120m Investment from The Arab Energy Fund as Part of Equity Raise

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MidOcean Energy (“MidOcean” or the “Company”), a liquefied natural gas (LNG) company formed and managed by EIG, today announced a $120 million equity investment from The Arab Energy Fund (‘’TAEF’’), a leading multilateral impact financial institution, as part of its current equity capital raise. TAEF’s investment further strengthens MidOcean’s high-quality investor base and underscores continued strong interest in the Company’s strategy to build a diversified, resil

DealStream’s Q2 2026 Member Survey Reveals Robust Buyer Interest Amid Economic Uncertainty

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The results of DealStream’s Q2 2026 Member Confidence Survey indicate increased deal activity is expected in sectors typically viewed as safe havens during periods of economic uncertainty. Energy & Utilities (37.8%), Business Services (37.4%), and Construction & Contractors (35.6%) are the hottest sectors in the view of the survey’s respondents over the next six months. “The turmoil of the Iran war and the resulting spike in energy costs has started to

TalentSmartEQ Launches Leading Through Friction™, a New Leadership Development Program Designed to Turn Tension, Emotion and Change Into Performance

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TalentSmartEQ announces Leading Through Friction™, a new leadership development program

Hallmark Appoints Global AI and Data Leader Usama Fayyad to Board of Directors

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
CHARLESTOWN, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hallmark appoints global AI and data leader Usama Fayyad to BOD

Mercury Raises $200 Million Series D at $5.2B Valuation

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mercury, the technology company providing radically different banking*, today announced a $200 million Series D at a $5.2B valuation, led by TCV. The round included participation from existing investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Coatue, CRV, Sapphire Ventures, Sequoia Capital, and Spark Capital. This brings total primary and secondary funding to approximately $700 million. “AI is collapsing the friction between an idea and a company faster than anything I ha

Zendesk Commits $100M to Help Startups Build with AI, Expands VC Program

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--Zendesk Commits $100M to Help Startups Build with AI, Expands VC Program

Wynnchurch Capital Announces Sale of Ironform Holdings Co.

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
ROSEMONT, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. (“Wynnchurch”), a leading middle market private equity firm, is pleased to announce the sale of Ironform Holdings Co. (“Ironform” or the “Company”) to a strategic buyer. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Ironform is one of the largest metal fabricators in North America. Ironform supplies light, medium, and heavy gauge precision metal stampings, fabricated components and value-added assemblies to the agriculture, construction, off-highw

CWCI: Migraine Drugs Are Now the Third Most Expensive California Workers’ Comp Drug

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #CWCI--Migraine Drugs' share of California workers' comp prescriptions is up fourfold since 2018 and their share of the payments has soared from 0.5% to 7.5%

INVESTOR DEADLINE ALERT: ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit - Contact Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #classaction--Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com), a nationally recognized securities litigation law firm, informs investors that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed against ImmunityBio, Inc. (ImmunityBio) (NASDAQ: IBRX) on behalf of those who purchased or acquired ImmunityBio securities between January 19, 2026, and March 24, 2026, inclusive. The lawsuit is filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California and

NYSE: SHAK Investigation: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Encourages Shake Shack, Inc. (NYSE: SHAK) Investors to Contact the Firm

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
RADNOR, Penn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #classaction--Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com), a nationally recognized securities litigation law firm, is investigating potential violations of the federal securities laws by Shake Shack, Inc. (NYSE: SHAK) on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired SHAK securities and experienced significant financial losses. Shake Shack Reports Disappointing Financial Results On May 7, 2026, Shake Shack reported disappointing financial results for the first quarter

$15K Grant From FHLB Dallas and FBT Bank & Mortgage Helps Arkansas Veteran Make Essential Home Repairs

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
BEARDEN, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--U.S. Army Reserve veteran Master Sergeant (Ret.) Jeffery Darrough, who served 26 years, including tours in Iraq and Kuwait, received a $15,000 Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) to fund significant repairs in his longtime home. The grant was provided through FBT Bank & Mortgage, an FHLB Dallas member institution. Mr. Darrough, 59, first connected with FHLB Dallas and FBT Bank & Mortgage in

The Scion Group and Ares Establish Joint Venture to Acquire $910 Million U.S. Student Housing Portfolio

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
CHICAGO & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Scion Group and Ares announce a joint venture and ~$910M student housing property acquisition.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments Announces Retirement of Global Chief Investment Officer

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
BOSTON & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Columbia Threadneedle Investments, the global asset management group of Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP), today announced that William Davies, global chief investment officer, has decided to retire after 33 years of distinguished service to the firm and its clients. Mr. Davies’ retirement will be effective on June 30, 2026. William F. "Ted" Truscott, chief executive officer of Columbia Threadneedle, will act as interim global chief investment officer from July

North American Risk Services Appoints Chris Jackson as Director of Quality Assurance and Development

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
LAKE MARY, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #Claims--North American Risk Services, Inc. (NARS), a leading provider of claims administration and risk management solutions, today announced the appointment of Chris Jackson as Director of Quality Assurance and Development, reporting directly to Chief Executive Officer Robert Ruryk. In his new role, Chris will lead the strategic direction and execution of quality assurance and development initiatives across the organization, focusing on operational consistency, audit

Northern Trust Asset Management Appoints Anne-Sophie van Royen, Ph.D. as Head of Index and Quantitative Strategies

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Northern Trust Asset Management, a leading global investment management firm with US$1.4 trillion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026, has appointed Anne-Sophie van Royen, Ph.D. as Head of Index and Quantitative Strategies. In this role, van Royen will lead the strategic direction, commercial development and execution of Northern Trust Asset Management’s index and quantitative investment capabilities across equity, fixed income and multi-asset solutions. As

SriLankan Airlines Extends Partnership with PROS to Advance Real-Time Offer Marketing

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AirlineRetailing--PROS today announced that SriLankan Airlines has renewed its partnership through a six-year agreement effective January 1, 2026, strengthening the airline’s ability to deliver real-time, demand-driven marketing offers and to advance its modern airline retailing and commercial strategy. Through the renewed agreement, SriLankan Airlines will continue to adopt PROS Offer Marketing solutions to modernize its digital shopping and booking experience, improve offer marketing

Ameriprise Financial Recognized by Fortune as one of “America’s Most Innovative Companies” in 2026

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:37
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ameriprise Financial has once again been named to Fortune’s 2026 list of “America’s Most Innovative".

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