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Chris Janson Named President of Halo Vista
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chris Janson will serve as the President of Mack Halo Vista LLC to lead the day-to-day execution of the landmark project. Based in Phoenix, Janson will oversee the massive horizontal infrastructure endeavor at the complex. Halo Vista is a 2,300+ acre mixed-used, master-planned development surrounding TSMC Arizona in Phoenix’s North Valley that is being developed by Mack Real Estate Group and McCourt Partners. Janson is a senior development professional who has successf
Bankruptcy Inquiries Hit Pandemic-Era Highs, Warning of Summer Surge
ADA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bankruptcy inquiries surged in the first quarter to their highest level since early 2020, signaling a potential summer wave of filings, LegalShield reported today. The legal service provider's data, historically a leading indicator of bankruptcy and other consumer financial trends, suggests record consumer debt and new tariffs could push financially strained households past their breaking point. "Bankruptcy inquiries hit the highest we've seen since early 2020, just
LeaseLock Partners with Esusu to Expand Benefits for Renters and Property Owners
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LeaseLock, the exclusive provider of lease insurance for rental housing, has partnered with Esusu, a credit building and financial wellness platform, to provide renters with a powerful new tool - reporting on-time rent payments to major credit bureaus to help build credit. This collaboration reinforces both companies’ shared mission of making renting more accessible, improving financial outcomes for renters, and increasing asset value for property owners. LeaseLock is t
Analysis: The Hidden Cost of Leaving Your 401k Behind: How $4.55 Per Month Can Cost You Nearly $18,000
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #401krollover--When you leave a job, you might not think twice about what happens to your 401(k). But what you don’t think about can cost you. New analysis from PensionBee reveals how discreet non-employee fees on retirement accounts can snowball into nearly $18,000 in lost funds over time. The findings highlight the surprising impact of these innocuous account maintenance fees on left-behind retirement accounts. When employees change jobs, many retirement providers may start chargi
Solar Sector Sees $4.8 Billion in Corporate Funding in Q1 2025, Reports Mercom Capital Group
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #acquisitions--Mercom Capital Group, a global clean energy communications and consulting firm, released its report on funding and merger and acquisition (M&A) activity for the global solar sector in the first quarter of 2025. Total corporate funding in the solar sector reached $4.8 billion across 39 deals in Q1 2025—a 41% decline year-over-year (YoY) compared to $8.2 billion raised through 42 deals in Q1 2024. However, funding was up 20% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) from the
Stonepeak Partners with Dupré Logistics
NEW YORK & LAFAYETTE, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, today announced that it has partnered with Dupré Logistics (“Dupré” or the “Company”), a privately held transportation company specializing in innovative logistics solutions. Dupré provides energy distribution services, onsite and private fleet services, and strategic capacity brokerage services to a diverse group of blue-chip customers throughout the Unit
Wedbush Securities Joins Dreyer & Reinbold Racing/Cusick Motorsports as Primary Sponsor for 2025 Indy 500 With Ryan Hunter-Reay
CARMEL, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #CusickMotorsports--Wedbush Securities, a leading financial services provider, will serve as the primary sponsor of the No. 23 Dreyer & Reinbold Racing/Cusick Motorsports Chevrolet machine. The team announced today that the entry will compete in the 2025 Running of the Indianapolis 500, driven by 2014 Indy 500 champion Ryan Hunter-Reay, scheduled for May 25. Wedbush’s entry into the 109th Indy 500 reflects its commitment to performance and trusted partnerships. For 70 years, the
Mill Point Capital Announces Acquisition of Koozie Group
SPRING HILL, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mill Point Capital LLC (“Mill Point”) announced today the acquisition of Scribe Holdings, Inc. (“Koozie Group”), a leading U.S.-based manufacturer, decorator and supplier of promotional products. As part of the transaction, Koozie Group and Garyline LLC (“Garyline”), a portfolio company of Mill Point, will combine to create one of the largest and most diversified suppliers of promotional products in North America. The combined company’s domestic manufacturing
Rockefeller Global Family Office Continues Growth, Welcomes First Florham Park, NJ-Based Private Wealth Team
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rockefeller Global Family Office, the wealth management division of Rockefeller Capital Management ("Rockefeller”), today announced the addition of Chase Newman Riordan Wealth Partners – the firm’s first private advisor team to be headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey. Home to a growing number of discerning business owners, professionals and families, Florham Park represents a strategic market for the firm’s continued growth. The team is led by Private Advisors an
Northern Trust Releases Latest Philanthropic Impact Report
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) donated more than $14 million last year to non-profit organizations around the world that are working to provide food and housing security, healthcare access and educational opportunities. Additionally in 2024, Northern Trust contributed $70 million to the Northern Trust Foundation for future charitable gifts, and employees gave nearly 120,000 hours of their time to support charitable organizations globally. Over the past decade, Northern
Deadline Alert: Canopy Growth Corporation (CGC) Investors Who Lost Money Urged to Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming June 3, 2025 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CGC) securities between May 30, 2024 and February 6, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR CANOPY INVESTMENTS, CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO
Milliman analysis: Q4 2024 mortgage default risk decreases to 2.12%
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm, today announced the fourth quarter (Q4) 2024 results of the Milliman Mortgage Default Index (MMDI), which shows a slight decrease in the lifetime serious delinquency rate (for homes 180 days or more delinquent) for U.S.-backed mortgages. The Q4 2024 MMDI dipped to 2.12%, compared to a restated 2.18% in Q3. In Q4 2024, the decrease in default risk reflects a continued strength in borrower profiles, which in
Gradient AI Unveils Next-Generation Workers’ Compensation Underwriting Solution with Enhanced Risk Scoring Designed for Emerging AI Regulations
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AIinInsurance--Gradient AI announced the release of its enhanced Workers’ Compensation Underwriting Risk Score Solution.
Quai Network Launches $QI: The First Decentralized Energy Dollar New flat-coin backed by network mining power begins production
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Quai Network has officially launched mining operations for $QI—the first decentralized energy dollar. This milestone follows over six years of research, development, and extensive testnet validation. Designed as a flat-coin, $QI is issued based on the Quai Network’s decentralized mining hashrate and energy consumption, introducing a monetary model directly tied to real-world power use. With zero initial supply, $QI emissions begin only when miners contribute comp
AM Best to Present at NAMIC’s Farm Mutual Forum
OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #insurance--AM Best Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Andrea Keenan will give a presentation on key performance indicators and benchmarking during the National Association of Mutual Insurance Company’s (NAMIC) Farm Mutual Event being held from May 20-22, 2025, in Minneapolis, MN. Keenan’s session titled, “Key KPI’s and Benchmarks for Mutual Success,” will begin at 1:10 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21. This session will also speak to the characteristics of the bes
Nicokick and zone™ Partner to Sponsor Kyle Busch’s No. 8 Car at Talladega
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nicokick.com, the leading U.S. platform and preferred digital retail partner for zone™ premium nicotine pouches, is revving up its motorsports presence with a new sponsorship of Kyle Busch’s iconic No. 8 car at the upcoming Talladega race on April 27. This marks Nicokick’s first co-branded campaign with zone™ and represents a milestone moment for online retail in the category. The No. 8 car, already well-known for its association with zone™, will debut a refreshed,
GARP Announces Online Proctoring Option for SCR and RAI Exams
JERSEY CITY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--Starting October 2025, candidates can take their SCR and RAI Exams at a location of their choice through online proctoring.
Winmark Corporation Announces Increase in Cash Dividend
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved an increase in its regular quarterly cash dividend to shareholders. The quarterly dividend of $0.96 per share represents an increase of $0.06 from its previous dividend rate. The cash dividend will be paid June 2, 2025 to shareholders of record on the close of business on May 14, 2025. Future dividends will be subject to Board approval. Winmark - the Resale Company®, is a na
Winmark Corporation Announces First Quarter Results
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the quarter ended March 29, 2025 of $9,956,400 or $2.71 per share diluted compared to net income of $8,819,000 or $2.41 per share diluted in 2024. First quarter results included $2.2 million of leasing income due to the settlement of outstanding customer litigation. “The run-off of our leasing portfolio announced in May of 2021 is substantially complete,” commented Brett D. Heffes, Chair and Chief Ex
Amid Tariff Turmoil, Paystand Empowers CFOs to Protect Margins with Smart Controls
SANTA CRUZ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Last week, sweeping tariff changes and escalating trade tensions sent shock waves through global supply chains. Pricing uncertainty is now a daily reality for midsize enterprise businesses, especially those relying on imported goods or international manufacturing. To help businesses as they navigate the new environment, today Paystand, the leader in blockchain-enabled B2B payments, is announcing the release of Smart Controls. Tariff Turbulence and Its Broade