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Ripple Pledges $25M to Support U.S. Classrooms and Teachers
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ripple, the leading provider of digital asset infrastructure for financial institutions, today announced a $25 million commitment to leading education nonprofits DonorsChoose and Teach For America. This funding will equip young Americans and educators alike with the resources needed to improve academic outcomes, build economic resilience and thrive in a rapidly evolving job market. Despite clear links between grade-level literacy and lifetime economic opportunity
ISS and Glass Lewis Join ADL and JLens in Recommending AGAINST Anti-Israel Shareholder Proposals at Intel, General Dynamics and Lockheed Martin
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ADL (Anti-Defamation League) and its affiliate, Jlens, welcome the decisions of the two leading independent proxy advisory firms, Institutional Shareholder Services (“ISS”) and Glass, Lewis & Co. (“Glass Lewis”), to recommend that investors vote AGAINST anti-Israel shareholder proposals at the upcoming annual meetings of Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC), General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) and Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT). ADL and its Registered Investment Advi
Ardent Health to Participate in May Investor Conferences
BRENTWOOD, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ardent Health (NYSE: ARDT), a leading provider of healthcare in growing mid-sized urban communities across the U.S., today announced that members of the Company's management team will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences: Bank of America Securities 2025 Health Care Conference on May 13 and 14, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Members of the management team will participate in a presentation at 11:40 a.m. ET on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. 2025 RBC
FiscalNote Signs Definitive Agreement to Divest Additional Non-Core Asset to Further Streamline Company Operations and Strengthen Balance Sheet
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FiscalNote Signs Definitive Agreement to Divest Additional Non-Core Asset to Further Streamline Company Operations and Strengthen Balance Sheet
Elliott Fails to Address Key Investor Questions
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Phillips 66 today responded to a May 2 letter released by Elliott Management.
Local Snapshot: Half Of U.S. Small Businesses Change Strategies Amid Macro-Economic Challenges, Chase Survey Finds
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Half of U.S small business owners have changed how they run their businesses as economic pressures continue, a new Chase survey reveals.
Vision Government Solutions Completes Recapitalization with Great Hill Partners
HUDSON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vision Government Solutions, Inc. (“Vision” or “the Company”), a leader in the appraisal, computer-assisted mass appraisal (CAMA), and property tax industry, today announced that it has completed a majority recapitalization with Great Hill Partners (“Great Hill”), a private equity firm that invests in high-growth, disruptive companies. This investment, which also includes participation from Weatherford Capital (“Weatherford”) and the existing Vision leadership te
Partners Capital Appoints Andy Canovali as Managing Director, Head of Secondaries
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Partners Capital Investment Group (“Partners Capital”), a global Investment Office, today announced the appointment of Andy Canovali as Managing Director, Head of Secondaries and Sarah Condon as a Senior Associate supporting the Secondaries investment efforts on a dedicated basis. “Secondaries markets are evolving rapidly and present compelling opportunities for our clients,” said John Beil, Head of Private Equity & Real Estate at Partners Capital. “Adding a dedic
Welcome Home: Vivint Debuts New Brand Identity, Signaling a New Era in Smart Home
LEHI, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Over the past 25 years, Vivint has grown from a singular focus on home security to pioneering an integrated smart home experience with security at its core. Today’s unveiling of a new visual identity represents both an evolution and expansion of that focus, redefining a truly smarter home experience to include smarter energy management. Vivint has earned the trust of millions of customers throughout the U.S. by making it easy to secure, automate and control their ho
Angel Oak Mortgage REIT, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Angel Oak Mortgage REIT, Inc. (NYSE: AOMR) (the “Company,” “we,” and “our”), a leading real estate finance company focused on acquiring and investing in first lien non-QM loans and other mortgage-related assets in the U.S. mortgage market, today reported financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. First Quarter 2025 Highlights Q1 2025 GAAP net income of $20.5 million, or $0.87 per diluted share of common stock. Q1 2025 net interest income of $10.1 million d
Matrix Executions Delivers Enhanced Performance with Matrix QRX ATS in US Listed Options
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Matrix Executions highlights the rapid growth and performance of its Matrix QRX ATS, resulting in enhanced price improvement and execution.
Modivcare Announces Executive Leadership Transitions as Part of Strategic Business Model Evolution
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Modivcare Inc. (Nasdaq: MODV), a technology-enabled healthcare services company that provides supportive care solutions to address the social determinants of health, today announced the planned departures of two members of its executive leadership team as the company continues to align its structure with its evolving business model and modernization strategy. Barb Gutierrez, Chief Financial Officer, and Jessica Kral, Chief Information Officer, will be departing the comp
Tony Ursano Joins Assured Guaranty’s Board of Directors
HAMILTON, Bermuda--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Assured Guaranty Ltd. (NYSE:AGO) (Assured Guaranty) announced that Antonio (Tony) Ursano, Jr. has been elected to Assured Guaranty’s Board of Directors (Board) on May 2, 2025, bringing the total number of Board members to 10. He will serve on the Environmental and Social Responsibility, Finance and Risk Oversight committees. “Mr. Ursano brings extensive experience in the insurance industry and investment banking business to the Assured Guaranty Board,” said B
AVALT and VantEdge Launch Wall Works Holdings, Acquire Optimum Building Systems
BOSTON & KANSAS CITY, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AVALT and VantEdge launch Wall Works Holdings, acquire Optimum Building Systems.
Ares Management Corporation Reports First Quarter 2025 Results
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ares Management Corporation (NYSE:ARES) today reported its financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2025. GAAP net income attributable to Ares Management Corporation was $47.2 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. On a basic and diluted basis, net income attributable to Ares Management Corporation per share of Class A and non-voting common stock was $0.00 for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. After-tax realized income was $381.4 million for the
Fullscript Accelerates Growth with Expanded Investment from HGGC and Snapdragon; Leonard Green & Partners Backs New Phase Through Continuation Vehicle
OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fullscript, a leading healthcare platform powering whole person care, today announced an expanded investment from HGGC, a leading middle-market private equity firm, and Snapdragon Capital Partners (“Snapdragon”) to support its next phase of growth. The new capital, supported by a continuation vehicle led by Leonard Green & Partners as the sole lead investor, underscores strong investor confidence in Fullscript’s innovative model and long-term market leaders
FICO Appoints Jason Andrew as Vice President and General Manager of Global Sales and Client Success
HOLLYWOOD, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $FICO--FICO World — Global analytics software leader FICO today announced the appointment of Jason Andrew as vice president and general manager of Global Sales and Client Success. Andrew brings more than 25 years of experience in global strategic sales to FICO and has a proven track record of building high-performance sales teams, strengthening client relationships, and delivering sustainable business growth. In his role, Andrew will lead FICO’s global sales and clien
SMBs Sound the Alarm: 85% of Small Business Owners Fear Recession
ADA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Small business owners across America are increasingly concerned about economic uncertainty and the impact of potential tariffs, according to a new national study released by LegalShield. The study, which polled small business owners and managers, reveals mounting anxiety about a potential recession and significant worry about trade policy changes. Key study findings: 94% of small business owners and managers are worried about a potential recession 85% are concerned
FSS Showcases AI-Driven Payment Innovations at Simply Payments 2025 Dubai, as UAE Accelerates Towards an Intelligent Financial Future
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--Financial Software and Systems hosted Simply Payments 2025 series, convening top minds in Fintech, Government Payments, and Artificial Intelligence.
Napleton Auto Group Achieves Record Score in 2025 Dealer Group Study Measuring Response to Website Customers
MONTEREY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Napleton Automotive Group achieves record score in 2025 Pied Piper ILE® Auto Dealer Group Study measuring dealership response to website customers