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Wolters Kluwer analysis shows regulatory enforcement pivot: Fewer actions with substantially higher penalties
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #deregulatory--Wolters Kluwer Compliance Solutions has released its latest Regulatory Violations Intelligence Index, analyzing regulatory enforcement activity in the U.S. financial services sector from the second half of 2024. The findings reveal a significant strategic shift in enforcement approach just prior to the current administration's deregulatory agenda, with agencies pursuing fewer but substantially higher-value enforcement actions. Across the three monitored categories, re
Siebert Reports Full Year 2024 Financial Results
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $Nasdaq #Nasdaq--Siebert Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: SIEB) (“Siebert”), a diversified provider of financial services, today reported financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024. Full Year 2024 Financial and Operational Highlights Revenue increased 17% to $83.9 million, compared to $71.5 million in 2023. Commissions and fees increased 32% to $9.6 million, compared to $7.3 in 2023. Stock borrow/stock loan increased by 19% to $19.2 million, compared to $16.2 million in 2023. Net inc
WEX SPARK Health & Benefits 2025 Gathers Industry Leaders to Drive Innovation, Business Growth
PORTLAND, Maine--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WEX gathers business leaders in San Diego March 31-April 3 for WEX SPARK Health & Benefits 2025, a premier event for the health and benefits industry.
Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf, LLP Announces Leadership Transition: Scott R. Matthews Appointed Managing Partner
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf, LLP is pleased to announce a leadership transition as Scott R. Matthews has been appointed as the firm’s new Managing Partner, succeeding Robert J. Luddy, who has led the firm with distinction since 2001. Under Bob’s leadership, Windels Marx has cemented its status as a premier law firm, expanding its capabilities, strengthening its reputation for excellence, and delivering outstanding results for clients. His strategic vision, comm
NYSE Texas Opens for Business
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The New York Stock Exchange, part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of technology and data, today announced that NYSE Texas is officially open for business, becoming the first securities exchange to operate in Texas, with Trump Media & Technology Group as the first new company to join the NYSE community through a listing on NYSE Texas. “We are thrilled to open NYSE Texas to corporate issuers and to welcome Trump Media & Te
Y-12 Federal Credit Union Upgrades Fleet, Enhances Self-Service Banking with NCR Atleos
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NCR Atleos Corporation (NYSE: NATL) (“Atleos”), a leader in expanding self-service financial access for financial institutions, retailers and consumers, today announced that Oak Ridge, Tenn.-based Y-12 Federal Credit Union (Y-12 FCU) is revolutionizing member service with advanced technology through its relationship with Atleos. Specifically, Y-12 FCU decided to upgrade its entire fleet of self-service devices from a mix of ATMs and interactive teller machines (ITMs),
Easterly Asset Management Appoints Joshua Schachter as Chief Investment Officer of Easterly Snow
BEVERLY, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Easterly Asset Management (“Easterly”), home to investment teams providing investors with a portfolio of solutions across alternatives, active equity, and active fixed income, today announced the appointment of Joshua Schachter, CFA as Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of Easterly Snow. Schachter assumes the CIO role from Richard Snow, who will remain with the firm as Portfolio Manager for the Easterly Snow Long/Short Opportunity and All Cap Value strategy, as well
VICI Properties Inc. Announces Release Date for First Quarter 2025 Results
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VICI Properties Inc. (NYSE: VICI) (“VICI Properties” or the “Company”) announced today that it will release its first quarter 2025 financial results on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The Company will host a conference call and audio webcast on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET). Conference Call and Webcast The conference call can be accessed by dialing +1 833-470-1428 (domestic) or +1 929-526-159
AI-Powered Ask Ascend Accelerates Client Tech Integrations
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apex Fintech Solutions Inc. (“Apex”), an innovation launchpad for the global investment ecosystem, has announced the release of Ask Ascend, an AI-powered assistant designed to provide immediate, accurate answers to technical questions and, in the future, operational questions for clients who are integrating with Apex Ascend™, the next generation clearing, custody, and trading platform. By providing prompt answers, Ask Ascend can accelerate technical integrations and spe
Western Asset Inflation-Linked Opportunities & Income Fund (WIW or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766R104) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Category: Distribution Related
Western Asset Inflation-Linked Income Fund (WIA or “the Fund”; CUSIP: 95766Q106) Announces Notification of Sources of Distributions
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Category: Distribution Related
Confirmation of TechTarget, Inc. Annual Report and Filing of Form 12b-25 for 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K
NEWTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TechTarget, Inc. (Nasdaq: TTGT) (“Informa TechTarget”), a leading growth accelerator for the B2B Technology sector, today announced that the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 (“Annual Report”) is taking more time to finalize than it traditionally would following the combination of former TechTarget, Inc. and the Informa Tech Digital Businesses, which completed on December 2, 2024. This reflects the timing of the completion of the tra
Equity Group Investments Announces Sale of Lanter Delivery Systems to Audax Private Equity
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Equity Group Investments (“EGI”), the private investment firm founded by Sam Zell, has completed the sale of its portfolio company Lanter Delivery Systems, a market leader in specialized, time-critical delivery services, to Audax Private Equity (“Audax”). Terms of the sale were not disclosed. Lanter Delivery Systems, based outside St. Louis, MO, provides overnight, unattended delivery services across the United States and Canada, and has a nationwide network of 120 hub
ASA Gold and Precious Metals Fund Adopts Limited-Duration Shareholder Rights Plan
PORTLAND, Maine--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Rights Plan Committee (the “Committee”) of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited (“ASA” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ASA) has unanimously adopted a limited-duration shareholder rights plan (“Rights Plan”) to protect the interests of the Company and all of its shareholders. The Rights Plan will expire at the close of business on July 29, 2025 or upon the certification of the election of a new Board at the Company’s next sha
Court Rules in Litigation Over ASA Gold and Precious Metals Fund Shareholder Rights Plans
PORTLAND, Maine--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Litigation Committee (the “Committee”) of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited (“ASA” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ASA) announced that the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York granted a motion for summary judgment in litigation over the Company’s limited-duration shareholder rights plans. In its March 28, 2025 ruling, the court held that the Company’s shareholder rights plan adopted on Decemb
Dow Jones Completes Acquisition of Dragonfly Intelligence and Oxford Analytica
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dow Jones today announced it has completed the acquisition of Dragonfly Intelligence, a geopolitical and security intelligence provider, and Oxford Analytica, a provider of geopolitical intelligence advisory services. Dow Jones acquired the two companies from FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: NOTE) for $40 million. Dow Jones' parent company, News Corp, expects to receive a $4 million tax benefit in connection with the transaction. Dragonfly and Oxford Analytica will op
FB Financial to Expand in Alabama and Georgia by Merger With Southern States
NASHVILLE, Tenn. & ANNISTON, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FB Financial Corporation (“FB Financial”) (NYSE: FBK), the parent company of FirstBank, and Southern States Bancshares, Inc. (“Southern States”) (Nasdaq: SSBK), the parent company of Southern States Bank, jointly announced their entry into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Southern States will be merged with and into FB Financial. Southern States is headquartered in Anniston, Alabama, with 15 branches across Alabama and Georgia,
Mechanics Bank and HomeStreet, Inc. Announce Strategic Merger
WALNUT CREEK, Calif. & SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mechanics Bank and HomeStreet, Inc. (NASDAQ: HMST) (“HomeStreet”), the holding company of HomeStreet Bank, jointly announced today that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement (the “Merger Agreement”) providing for an all-stock business combination between HomeStreet and Mechanics Bank. Under the terms of the Merger Agreement, which was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies, HomeStreet Bank will be merged
Ingo Payments Selects Marqeta as Issuer Processor for Enhanced Embedded Banking Platform
ALPHARETTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #cardissuing--Ingo Payments selects Marqeta as issuer processor to power instant account issuing and ecosystem-driven embedded banking solutions for clients.
Industry Veterans Launch Tenetic with Next-Generation Consumer Measurement Capabilities In Over 200 U.S. Markets
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A team of research industry veterans, led by Tod Johnson, longtime leader and former Executive Chairman of The NPD Group, current Chair of Circana, current Chair of CivicScience, and founder of Media Metrix, today announced the launch of Tenetic with full capabilities in over 200 local U.S. markets and nationally. From launch, the platform is processing trillions of consumer behavioral attributes across hundreds of millions of U.S. consumers, delivering actionable ins