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ICE Climate Data Available via the Investortools Platform Enhances Climate Risk Analysis for Fixed Income Investors
ATLANTA & COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of technology and data, and Investortools, Inc., a leading provider of fixed-income software solutions supporting over $1 trillion in AUM, today announced that ICE Climate data is now available on the Investortools’ platform. Through this collaboration, ICE’s municipal-level climate risk data will be integrated into Investortools’ Perform system, offering clients direct acc
HSF Kramer Elevates Five Lawyers to Partner in US
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer announced today the elections of William Cavanagh, Darina F. Delappe, Nicole Fenton, John Lagrou and Megan M. Wasson to the firm’s partnership in the US. All five are based in New York. Paul Schoeman, Executive Partner, US, said, “This has been a pivotal year following our combination to become HSF Kramer, and each of these remarkable lawyers has made a meaningful impact on our firm. They exemplify dedication, skill, and commitment to ou
Schwab Announces Latest Enhancements to Trading Experience
WESTLAKE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Charles Schwab, the retail trading leader facilitating the most trades of any publicly traded financial services firm, today announced the latest enhancements to the Charles Schwab trading platform, including updates to Schwab.com, Schwab Mobile, and thinkorswim®. These enhancements are designed to meet the needs of the many clients driving a surge in retail trading – which at Schwab has exceeded seven million daily average trades for three consecutive quarters
Baron Capital Launches Active ETFs, Building Upon Investment Legacy in Active Management
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Baron Capital, the premier New York-based growth equity investment firm, with a 43-year track record of long-term, fundamental, research-driven investing, today launched five Active ETFs: Baron First Principles ETF (NYSE: RONB), Baron Global Durable Advantage ETF (NYSE: BCGD), Baron SMID Cap ETF (NYSE: BCSM), Baron Financials ETF (NASDAQ: BCFN), and Baron Technology ETF (NASDAQ: BCTK). The new Active ETFs expand Baron Capital’s investment offerings, providing direct a
Motivus Appoints Shantala Sadananda as Chief Executive Officer, Accelerating Its Next Phase of Growth
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #DigitalTransformation--Motivus, a global digital engineering and AI services company, today announced the appointment of Shantala Sadananda as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Shantala joins Motivus at a time of strong market momentum as the company expands its digital, cloud, and AI transformation portfolio for enterprise clients worldwide.
With more than two decades of global leadership experience, Shantala has built and scaled high-performing organizatio
Ladder Capital Corp Announces Fourth Quarter 2025 Dividend to Holders of Class A Common Stock
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ladder Capital Corp (“Ladder” or the “Company”) (NYSE: LADR) today announced the declaration by its board of directors of a fourth quarter 2025 dividend of $0.23 per share of Class A common stock. The cash dividend is payable on January 15, 2026 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on December 31, 2025. About Ladder Ladder is a publicly listed, investment grade-rated commercial real estate finance company with a diversified, nationwide platform. We de
Property Guardian and Allied Disaster Defense Partner to Scale Data-Driven Wildfire Mitigation and Monitoring
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Property Guardian, a leader in wildfire risk analytics and mitigation intelligence, today announced a strategic partnership with Allied Disaster Defense, a California-based wildfire prevention and home hardening provider. Allied will leverage Property Guardian’s parcel-level risk reports and its active wildfire monitoring platform, Property Guardian Overwatch, to scale its mitigation services and support ambitious growth plans across wildfire-exposed communities. Under
Cross Country Healthcare Announces CEO Transition
BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. (the “Company” and “Cross Country”) (Nasdaq: CCRN) today announced that John A. Martins, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, has separated from the Company and ceased to serve as a member of its Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective as of December 14, 2025. The Board appointed Kevin C. Clark, the Company’s current Chairman, former Chief Executive Officer, and Co-Founder, to succeed Mr. Martins as the Compan
The Marygold Companies’ USCF Investments Subsidiary Launches USCF Oil Plus Bitcoin Strategy Fund
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Marygold Companies, Inc. (NYSE American: MGLD), a global holding firm specializing in financial services, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, USCF Investments (USCF), has launched the USCF Oil Plus Bitcoin Strategy Fund (NYSE Arca: WTIB). This new exchange-traded fund (ETF) represents a significant milestone for USCF, marking its first venture into cryptocurrency within its extensive portfolio of alternative investment products. For furth
PAN Expands Integrated Marketing Services with New B2B Website Capabilities
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PAN, a global, integrated, data-driven marketing and PR agency for B2B tech and healthcare brands, today announced the launch of its new B2B Web Services offering. The new capabilities expand the agency’s integrated marketing services with a modern, analytics-led approach to website strategy, design, messaging, development, and long-term optimization. This announcement builds on years of website strategy, copywriting, design, and development that naturally emerged from
NextPoint Group Announces Strategic Investment from Godspeed Capital
HERNDON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NextPoint Group (“NPG” or the “Company”), a leading provider of technology and mission enablement solutions for the intelligence and defense communities, today announced that it has received a strategic investment from Godspeed Capital Management LP (“Godspeed”), a lower middle-market Defense & Government services, solutions, and technology-focused private equity firm. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Headquartered in Virginia, NPG pr
Evercore to Host 12th Annual Leading the Charge: Power & Utility Conference, Jan. 8-9, 2026
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Evercore (NYSE: EVR) will host its 12th annual Leading the Charge: Power & Utility Conference in West Palm Beach, Florida, Jan. 8-9, 2026. Evercore’s annual Leading the Charge Power & Utility Conference will bring together 28 of the leading companies driving the AI revolution across the United States. The power and utilities sector has become an increasingly important focal point in the AI landscape, as the availability and speed of power now play a critical r
Chase Freedom® Introduces Q1 2026 Categories: Dining, Supporting the American Heart Association, and Norwegian Cruise Line
WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chase today announced that, starting January 1, 2026 through March 31, 2026, Freedom and Freedom Flex cardmembers can earn 5% cash back on the following rotating categories: Dining, donations to the American Heart Association, and Norwegian Cruise Line purchases. “Our cardmembers inspire us to deliver benefits that feel rewarding. That’s why this quarter’s 5% cash back categories include activities our cardmembers love – cruises and dining – as well as importa
Phillips 66 announces 2026 capital budget
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Phillips 66 announced its 2026 capital budget of $2.4 billion, including $1.1 billion for sustaining capital and $1.3 billion for growth capital.
FinQuery Accelerates Momentum With 19th Consecutive Quarter as the Top-Ranked Lease Accounting Software
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FinQuery, a leading provider of AI-powered accounting automation software, announced today that its lease accounting solution, LeaseQuery, earned the No. 1 position on G2’s Lease Accounting Software Grid for the 19th consecutive quarter. The platform also ranked No. 1 within Enterprise, Mid-Market and SMB grids, reflecting FinQuery’s ability to flexibly serve customers across all stages. Customer Satisfaction Scores Continue to Lead the Market LeaseQuery maintains one
InspiriTec Reduces Operating Costs with Genesys Cloud While Advancing Its Mission of Inclusive Employment
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Genesys®, a global cloud leader in AI-Powered Experience Orchestration, announced InspiriTec, Inc., is advancing its mission of inclusive employment for veterans and professionals with disabilities by equipping its workforce with the tools to deliver exceptional service. By combining the intelligence of the Genesys Cloud™ platform with a culture rooted in empathy and purpose, the IT-support social enterprise demonstrates how technology can create opportunity, str
EJF Capital LLC Announces Closing of $483 Million TruPS Financials Note Securitization 2025-3
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EJF Capital LLC (“EJF Capital”) today announced the closing of TruPS Financials Note Securitization 2025-3 (“TFINS 2025-3”), an approximately $483 million securitization backed by trust preferred securities (“TruPS”), subordinated debt, and surplus notes issued by U.S. community banks and insurance companies. TFINS 2025-3 is EJF Capital’s 16th securitization completed since 2015 and the firm’s third TruPS transaction in 2025. Omer Ijaz, Senior Managing Director
NW Natural Holdings General Counsel Announces Retirement
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MardiLyn Saathoff, General Counsel for NW Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN) (NW Natural Holdings), announced her intent to retire on April 1, 2026, after nearly 18 years of outstanding service to the company. The Board of Directors has appointed Megan H. Berge to succeed Saathoff as SVP and General Counsel, as well as Chief Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary, effective January 1, 2026. Saathoff will serve as Chief Legal Officer for the company and will
Income Lab Teams Up with Cetera to Deliver Scalable, Tax-Smart Retirement Planning Tools to Advisors
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #IncomeLab--Income Laboratory, Inc. (Income Lab), the award-winning provider of dynamic, tax-smart retirement planning software, today announced a partnership with Cetera Financial Group ("Cetera"), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub. Through this partnership, Income Lab’s modern, dynamic retirement income and planning tools, empowering advisors to deliver smarter retirement planning at scale, will be offered to approximately 12,000 financial advisors and institutions in the
Forbright Bank Announces Results of 2025 Savings Survey
CHEVY CHASE, Md--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Despite mixed economic news throughout 2025, Forbright Bank Growth Savings customers report a high level of confidence in their money management skills and habits compared to the general population, according to results announced today from Forbright Bank’s 2025 Savings Survey. The survey of 1,317 respondents was designed to better understand how high-yield savings account holders view their financial health, especially during a time of economic uncertainty. Th
