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KBRA Releases Research – U.S. Credit Union Industry 2025 Review: Margin Recovery Meets Credit Normalization
KBRA releases research examining recent performance trends for U.S. credit unions (CU) with over $1 billion in assets, highlighting a meaningful inflection in earnings entering 2026. KBRA believes that 2025 marked a turning point for the CU sector, as margin recovery reestablished core earnings capacity following a period of funding pressure. Improving deposit dynamics, favorable earning-asset repricing, and more balanced loan and deposit growth supported a meaningful rebound in profitability. At the same time, the industry is shifting into a more normalized credit environment as asset quality softens from exceptionally strong post-pandemic levels with pressure concentrated in consumer portfolios. Therefore, elevated credit costs continued to temper overall performance. However, capital levels remain a key source of strength, supporting loss absorption capacity and strategic flexibility. Looking into the second half of 2026, KBRA expects margin performance to remain supportive, though expansion is likely to moderate as asset yields stabilize and funding costs gradually reprice. As a result, sustained earnings performance will increasingly depend on disciplined funding strategies, expense management, and prudent credit risk oversight.
AM Best Revises Outlooks to Stable for Members of Auto Club Group; Affirms Credit Ratings of Auto Club Florida Group’s Members
AM Best has revised the outlooks to stable from negative and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICRs) of “a” (Excellent) of Auto Club Insurance Association (Dearborn, MI) and its wholly owned subsidiaries and affiliates, which are collectively referred to as Auto Club Group (ACG).
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
PIMCO Closed-End Funds Declare Monthly Common Share Distributions
The Boards of Trustees/Directors of the PIMCO closed-end funds below (each, a “Fund” and, collectively, the “Funds”) have declared a monthly distribution for each Fund’s common shares as summarized below.
By PIMCO · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Extreme Networks Investigation Continued: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Continues to Investigate the Officers and Directors of Extreme Networks, Inc. - EXTR
Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”), announces that KSF continues its investigation into Extreme Networks, Inc. (NasdaqGS: EXTR).
By Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Soleno Therapeutics 96 Hour Deadline Alert: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Reminds Investors With Losses In Excess Of $100,000 of Deadline in Class Action Lawsuit Against Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. - SLNO
Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, the former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until May 5, 2026 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. (“Soleno” or the “Company”) (NasdaqCM: SLNO), if they purchased or otherwise acquired the Company’s securities between March 26, 2025 and November 4, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
By Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
DigitalBridge Prices $300 Million Financing Facility, to Repay Outstanding Series 2021-1 Notes
DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE: DBRG) (the “Company”) today announced two of its subsidiaries, DigitalBridge Issuer, LLC and DigitalBridge Co-Issuer, LLC (together, the “Co-Issuers”) have priced an offering of $300 million aggregate principal amount of Series 2026-1 6.326% Secured Fund Fee Revenue Notes, Class A-2 (the “Class A-2 Notes”). Interest payments on the Class A-2 Notes are payable on a quarterly basis. The anticipated repayment date of the Class A-2 Notes is June 2031. The Class A-2 Notes are expected to be issued by the Co-Issuers in a securitization transaction.
By DigitalBridge Group, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
California King Salmon is Back for the 2026 Fishing Season
California King salmon is back for the 2026 commercial fishing season, bringing one of the West Coast’s most sought-after seasonal seafood favorites for consumers and chefs alike. Fresh, wild-caught California King salmon will soon begin to arrive in select markets, fish counters and restaurants, offering seafood lovers the opportunity to enjoy its exceptional flavor, beautiful color and premium quality. The California commercial salmon season runs May 1 through September 30.
By California Salmon Council · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Incyte Announces FDA Approval of Jakafi XR™ (ruxolitinib) Extended-Release Tablets for the Treatment of Myelofibrosis, Polycythemia Vera and Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Incyte (Nasdaq:INCY) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Jakafi XR™ (ruxolitinib) extended-release tablets for the treatment of adults with intermediate- or high-risk myelofibrosis (MF); adults with polycythemia vera (PV) who have had an inadequate response to or are intolerant of hydroxyurea; as well as adults and children aged 12 years and older with steroid-refractory acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) or chronic GVHD after failure of one or two lines of systemic therapy.
By Incyte · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Tallgrass Announces Open Season for the Trailblazer CO2 Pipeline
Trailblazer CO2 Pipeline, LLC (“Trailblazer”), operated by Tallgrass, announced a binding open season for commitments for transportation of customers’ carbon dioxide gas captured at origins in Iowa and Nebraska in exchange for incentive tariff rates. This open season will run for 21 days, commencing May 1, 2026.
By Tallgrass · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
ComEd Reconciliation Filing to Match Cost with Revenues for 2025 and Would Lead to Lower Monthly Bills for Customers
ComEd has initiated the annual reconciliation process, which matches actual costs of service with revenues. For 2025, ComEd is submitting two reconciliation filings with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC), which if approved would lead to a net decrease in charges on 2027 bills relative to this year’s charges.
By ComEd · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
KBRA Assigns a Rating of BBB to RD Michigan Property Owner I LLC's $14 Billion Senior Secured Notes
KBRA assigns its BBB rating to RD Michigan Property Owner I LLC’s $14 billion senior secured notes. The Outlook is Stable.
STORE Capital Publishes Latest Corporate Responsibility Report
STORE Capital LLC ( “STORE Capital” or the “Company”), an internally managed net-lease real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in Single Tenant Operational Real Estate, today announced the publication of its latest Corporate Responsibility Report. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the Company’s continued commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and governance, while highlighting meaningful progress and advancements made over the past few years.
By STORE Capital LLC · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
AM Best Assigns Credit Ratings to American Steamship Owners Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association, Inc.
AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of B+ (Good) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb-” (Good) to American Steamship Owners Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association, Inc. (American Club) (New York, NY). The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Securities Fraud Investigation Into Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (CHKP) Announced – Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a Leading Securities Fraud Law Firm
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, today announced that it has commenced an investigation on behalf of Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (“CHKP” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CHKP) investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of the federal securities laws.
Accendra Health Announces First Quarter 2026 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call
Accendra Health, Inc. (NYSE: ACH) (the “Company”) plans to release financial results for the first quarter of 2026 on Monday, May 11, 2026, before trading begins on the New York Stock Exchange.
By Accendra Health, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
RB Global Reports on Voting Results From the 2026 Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders
The Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders (the "Meeting") of RB Global, Inc. (the "Company", NYSE and TSX: RBA) was held on April 30, 2026. Each of the matters voted upon at the Meeting is discussed in detail in the Company's Proxy Statement dated March 19, 2026, which can be found on the Company's website at: https://s24.q4cdn.com/560830410/files/doc_financials/2026/ar/RB-Global-2026-Proxy-Statement-As-Filed-1.pdf.
By RB Global · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Riverview Landscapes Acquires Giannini Landscaping & Holiday Lighting by Giannini, Establishing First Long Island Branch and Expanding Recurring Service Offerings
Riverview Landscapes (“Riverview”) today announced the acquisition of Giannini Landscaping and Holiday Lighting by Giannini (“Giannini”), a leading commercial landscaping, holiday lighting, and snow management provider headquartered in Lindenhurst, New York. The transaction marks Riverview’s first branch location on Long Island proper and a significant step in its continued expansion across the Northeast.
By Riverview Landscapes · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Natuzzi Filed Form 12B-25 for Late Filing of Form 20-F
Natuzzi S.p.A. (NYSE: NTZ) reports that, on the date hereof, it filed a Form 12b‑25 with the Securities and Exchange Commission with respect to the late filing of its Annual Report on Form 20‑F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025.
By Natuzzi S.p.A. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
MFS Government Markets Income Trust and MFS Intermediate Income Trust Announce Special Shareholder Meeting Relating to Proposed Appointment of Aberdeen Investments as Investment Adviser
MFS Investment Management (“MFS”) announced today that the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of MFS Government Markets Income Trust (NYSE: MGF) and MFS Intermediate Income Trust (NYSE: MIN) (each a “Fund” and collectively, the “Funds”) approved the proposed i) appointment of abrdn Inc. (“Aberdeen”), the US Subsidiary of Aberdeen Investments, the global specialist asset manager, as the new investment adviser for each Fund and ii) the election of five new trustees for each Fund in complete replacement of each Fund’s current Board (collectively, the “Proposals” and each a “Proposal”). The Proposals are subject to approval by each Fund’s shareholders, as discussed further below, and the satisfaction or waiver of certain other conditions. The Proposals for each Fund are not contingent upon shareholder approval by the other Fund.
By MFS Investment Management · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Funko Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, today announced that, on April 29, 2026, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors (Compensation Committee) of Funko granted inducement awards consisting of restricted stock units (RSUs) underlying 109,723 shares of Funko’s Class A common stock to nine (9) new employees under the Funko, Inc. 2024 Inducement Award Plan (Inducement Plan). The Compensation Committee approved the awards as an inducement material to the new employees’ employment in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
By Funko, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Distribution Dates and Amounts Announced for Eaton Vance Closed-End Funds
The following Eaton Vance closed-end funds (the “Funds”) announced distributions today as detailed below.
By Eaton Vance · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. to Release Fiscal 2026 Third Quarter Results
Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) will issue a press release on Friday, May 8, 2026 before the market opens reporting results for its fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2026.
Ryder Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.91 per share of common stock to be paid on June 19, 2026 to shareholders of record on May 18, 2026.
By Ryder System, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Announces Webcast of Presentation at the BofA Securities 2026 Healthcare Conference
Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE:MTD) today announced it will present at the BofA Securities 2026 Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the Company’s investor relations website at investor.mt.com.
JPMorganChase Files Form 10-Q for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2026
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) (“JPMorganChase” or the “Firm”) has filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 with the SEC. The report is available on the SEC's website at https://www.sec.gov and will be available on the Firm's Investor Relations website at https://www.jpmorganchase.com/ir under SEC Filings & Other Disclosures.
By JPMorgan Chase & Co. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
MFS Charter Income Trust Announces Adjournment of Special Shareholder Meeting
MFS Investment Management (“MFS”) announced today an adjournment of the special meeting of shareholders of MFS Charter Income Trust (NYSE: MCR) held on May 1, 2026 (the “Meeting”).
By MFS Investment Management · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Cove Capital Investments, LLC Fully Subscribes Debt-Free Ponder Small Bay Industrial 101 DST Offering
Cove Capital Investments, LLC announced its Cove Ponder Small Bay Industrial 101 DST, a Regulation D Rule 506(c) offering, is fully subscribed after raising $18,695,430 in equity from investors.
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. to Host Fiscal 2026 Third Quarter Conference Call
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) will issue a press release on Thursday, May 7, 2026 before the market opens reporting results for its fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Company will host a conference call to discuss its results at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time the same day.
MFS Announces Closed-End Fund Distributions
MFS Investment Management® (MFS®) announced today monthly distributions of the following closed-end funds, all with declaration dates of May 1, 2026, ex-dividend dates of May 19, 2026, record dates of May 19, 2026, and payable dates of May 29, 2026:
By MFS Investment Management · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
The Marzetti Company Completes Acquisition of Bachan’s, Inc.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) announced today the successful completion of its acquisition of Bachan’s, Inc., the fast-growing Japanese Barbecue Sauce brand known for its delicious, authentic, clean-label products. The transaction reinforces Marzetti’s expanding position in the sauce category and is expected to provide additional opportunities for growth through our retail and foodservice distribution network, supply chain capabilities, and culinary expertise. Bachan’s net sales for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, were approximately $87 million. The $400 million purchase price for the transaction was financed with cash on hand and a $200 million term loan.
By The Marzetti Company · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Good Times Restaurants to Release Results on May 7, 2026 for the Fiscal 2026 Second Quarter Ended March 31, 2026
Good Times Restaurants Inc. (Nasdaq: GTIM), operator of Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar and Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard, today announced that on May 7, 2026 it will release financial results for its second fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Company will host a conference call to discuss its financial results following the release of its earnings announcement and webcast.
RRE Ventures Acquisition Corp. Announces Closing of $250 Million Initial Public Offering
RRE Ventures Acquisition Corp. (the “Company”), a special purpose acquisition company formed for the purpose of entering into a combination with one or more businesses or entities, today announced the successful closing of its previously announced initial public offering of 25,000,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit. The units began trading under the ticker symbol “RREVU” on The Nasdaq Global Market, or Nasdaq, on April 30, 2026. Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share of the Company and one-third of one redeemable warrant. Each whole warrant entitles the holder thereof to purchase one Class A ordinary share of the Company at a price of $11.50 per share, subject to adjustment. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the Class A ordinary shares and warrants are expected to be listed on the Nasdaq under the symbols “RREV” and “RREVW,” respectively.
Asana to Announce First Quarter Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Results on Thursday, May 28, 2026
Asana, Inc. (NYSE: ASAN)(LTSE: ASAN), the system of action for work where humans and AI collaborate, announced today that it will release financial results for the first quarter fiscal year 2027 on Thursday, May 28, after the close of the U.S. markets.
By Asana, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Extreme Networks Announces Investor Conferences for May and June 2026
Extreme Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXTR), a leader in AI-powered automation for networking, today announced its investor conference schedule for May and June 2026:
By Extreme Networks, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Angel Oak Financial Strategies Income Term Trust Declares May 2026 Distribution
Angel Oak Financial Strategies Income Term Trust (the “Fund”), a closed-end fund traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol FINS, today declared a distribution of $0.115 per share for the month of May 2026. The record date for the distribution is May 15, 2026, and the payable date is May 29, 2026. The Fund will trade ex-distribution on May 15, 2026.
Cardlytics Announces Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
Cardlytics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDLX) today announced that on April 29, 2026, the Compensation Committee of Cardlytics’ Board of Directors granted an aggregate of 272,000 restricted stock units of Cardlytics to six newly hired employees. The restricted stock units were granted as material inducements to employment with Cardlytics in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) and were granted under the Cardlytics, Inc. 2022 Inducement Plan (the “2022 Inducement Plan”).
By Cardlytics, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Upland Announces Commencement of New CEO Tenure and Inducement Awards
Upland Software, Inc. (Nasdaq: UPLD) (the “Company”), a leader in AI-powered knowledge and content management software, today announced that Sean Nathaniel has commenced his tenure as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer. As part of Mr. Nathaniel’s compensation package, the Company will grant two inducement equity awards to Sean Nathaniel pursuant to the terms of Mr. Nathaniel’s previously disclosed offer letter dated February 21, 2026. The inducement awards will be granted as an inducement material to Mr. Nathaniel entering into employment with the Company in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
By Upland Software Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Contineum Therapeutics Reports Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
Contineum Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTNM) (Contineum or the Company), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company pioneering differentiated therapies for the treatment of neuroscience, inflammation and immunology (NI&I) indications, today announced that the Compensation Committee of its Board of Directors granted inducement awards to two new non-executive employees under the Company’s 2026 Employment Inducement Equity Incentive Plan. The awards were granted as an inducement material to the new employee’s employment in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
GigCapital7 Corp. Announces Non-Redemption Agreements Funding in the Approximate Amount of at Least $19.3 Million in Conjunction with the Anticipated Closing of the Business Combination with Hadron Energy, Inc.
GigCapital7 Corp. (Nasdaq: GIG) (“GigCapital7” or the “Company”) today announced that it has directly solicited and entered into non-redemption agreements (each a “Non-Redemption Agreement” and together the “Non-Redemption Agreements”) with a few public stockholders, pursuant to which such stockholders have agreed not to exercise redemption rights in connection with the proposed business combination between GigCapital7 and Hadron Energy, Inc. (“Hadron”) with respect to an aggregate of 1,800,000 Class A ordinary shares of the Company, representing approximately $19.3 million of the funds held in the Company’s trust account, and with the possibility for additional Non-Redemption Agreements, and that will be moved into the Hadron Energy balance sheet at the closing of the business combination. These NRA funds are being added to approximately $7.6 million that have already been funded on a SAFE bridge note over the last few months to Hadron Energy, for a total equity raise by GigCapital7 into Hadron Energy of about $26.9 million, which far exceeds the Business Combination Agreement’s announced minimum cash condition on closing of $20 million.
By Hadron Energy, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Reinsurance Group of America Announces Redemption of All of Its Outstanding 5.75% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Debentures Due 2056
Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA) (the “Company”) announced today that a notice of redemption will be issued to the holders of all of its outstanding $400 million aggregate principal amount 5.75% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Debentures due 2056 (CUSIP No. 759351 802 and ISIN US7593518027) (the “2056 Debentures”) in accordance with the terms of the indenture governing the 2056 Debentures. The 2056 Debentures are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “RZB.”
CareDx Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
CareDx, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNA), — The Transplant Company™ — a leading precision medicine company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers, today announced the award of inducement grants.
By CareDx, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
RBC Bearings to Webcast Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Earnings Conference Call May 15th
RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC), a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components and essential systems for the industrial, aerospace and defense markets, today announced that it will release its fourth quarter fiscal 2026 financial results before the market opens on Friday, May 15th. RBC Bearings will host a conference call to discuss the results on Friday, May 15th at 11:00 a.m. ET.
By RBC Bearings Incorporated · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley Releases Monthly Sector Rotation Study
E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley today released the data from its monthly sector rotation study, which indicates whether clients were net buyers or sellers in each of the 11 core stock market sectors defined by the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). These figures, which encompass activity in all US-traded stocks (including OTC) and ADRs, reflect purchases and sales of the individual stocks in each sector, as well as dividend investments and options exercises and assignments.
By E*TRADE · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
LPT Realty Launches National Media Campaign Celebrating Inaugural 2026 Dezzy Award Winners
LPT Realty, the fastest-growing single-entity real estate brokerage in U.S. history, announced that winners of its inaugural 2026 Dezzy Awards are appearing in print today in The Wall Street Journal and USA Today, marking the culmination of the company's innovative internal recognition program. National and city-level winners are featured in The Wall Street Journal; national, city, and zip code winners are featured in USA Today across the newspaper’s regional editions.
By LPT Realty · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of The Progressive Corporation and Its Subsidiaries
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of “aa” (Superior) of the members of The Progressive Corporation (Progressive) (Mayfield Village, OH) [NYSE: PGR]. Additionally, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of “a” (Excellent) of Progressive, the parent holding company, and all of the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IR) of Progressive’s senior unsecured issuances. Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the FSR of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICRs of “a+” (Excellent) of Protective Insurance Company (Carmel, IN) and its wholly owned subsidiaries, collectively known as Protective Insurance Corporation Group (Protective). AM Best also has affirmed the FSR of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICR of “a+” (Excellent) of National Continental Insurance Company (National Continental) (Bohemia, NY). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. (See below for a detailed listing of the companies and ratings.)
By AM Best · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
The Wires Announces Launch of “The Wires 100,” Culminating in Exclusive New York Awards Gala
The Wires, the parent company of FashWire, GlossWire, and PawWire, today announced the launch of The Wires 100, a new annual recognition celebrating the most innovative and influential brands shaping the future of fashion, beauty, and pet.
By The Wires · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Outfront Health Appoints Dr. Shane Speirs as Chief Medical Officer
Outfront Health, a provider of physician-guided preventive health screenings, today announced the appointment of Dr. Shane Speirs, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO). In this role, Dr. Speirs will lead clinical strategy, oversee screening protocols, and support the company’s expansion of non-invasive cardiovascular and stroke risk screening services.
By Outfront Health · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
KBRA Assigns Ratings to Sagard Credit Partners III-U RN (Canada) LP
KBRA assigns an A rating to the Class A Notes, a BBB rating to the Class B Notes, a BBB- rating to the Class C Notes, and a BB+ rating to the Class D Notes (together, the “Notes”) issued by Sagard Credit Partners III-U RN (Canada) LP (the Issuer, Borrower, or Partnership). This published rating report summarizes KBRA's analysis of the Notes and KBRA’s ratings address the Issuer’s ability to fulfill its obligations on the ultimate interest payment and ultimate repayment of the Notes’ principal by their legal final maturity.
SunOpta Completes Arrangement With Refresco
SunOpta Inc. (“SunOpta” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: STKL) (TSX: SOY), a North American supply chain solutions provider, is pleased to announce the successful completion of the acquisition of the Company by an affiliate of Refresco Holding B.V. (“Refresco”) for US$6.50 per Common Share in cash (the “Consideration”) pursuant to a previously announced plan of arrangement under section 192 of the Canada Business Corporations Act (the “Arrangement”).
By SunOpta Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
PAMT CORP Announces Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2026 and Share Repurchase Implementation
PAMT CORP (NASDAQ: PAMT) (“we” or the “Company”) today reported consolidated net loss of $0.01 million, or diluted and basic loss per share of $0.00, for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The operating results for the first quarter of 2026 include the impact of a one-time $12.7 million gain on the sale of certain real property located in Laredo, Texas. The gain resulted in approximately $3.0 million of income tax expense, for a net after-tax benefit of approximately $9.7 million during the quarter. These results compare to a consolidated net loss of $8.1 million, or diluted and basic loss per share of $0.37, for the quarter ended March 31, 2025.
By PAMT CORP · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Badger Meter Completes Acquisition of UDlive
Badger Meter, Inc. (NYSE: BMI) today announced that it has completed the previously-announced acquisition of UDlive, a UK-based provider of hardware‑enabled software solutions for sewer line monitoring.
By Badger Meter, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Sphere Entertainment Co. to Host First Quarter 2026 Conference Call
Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2026 on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening.
By Sphere Entertainment Co. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Irenic Acquisition Corp. Announces Exercise of Over-Allotment Option
Irenic Acquisition Corp. (the “Company”) announced today that the underwriters of its initial public offering exercised their over-allotment option in part to purchase an additional 3,253,188 units at the public offering price of $10.00 per unit, bringing the total units sold in the initial public offering to 25,253,188 units, or an aggregate amount of $252,531,880 raised in the offering. The over-allotment option closed today on May 1, 2026.
By Irenic Acquisition Corp. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
GrayRobinson Shareholder Jim Moseley Named President of Maritime Law Association of the United States
GrayRobinson is proud to announce Shareholder and Admiralty and Maritime Team Leader James F. “Jim” Moseley, Jr. has been named president of the Maritime Law Association of the United States (MLA), for a two-year term effective May 1, 2026.
By GrayRobinson · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
CBB Bancorp Announces Appointment of Kent Smith as Chief Financial Officer
CBB Bancorp, Inc. (“CBB” or the “Company”) (OTCQX: CBBI), the parent company of Commonwealth Business Bank (the “Bank”), today announced that Kent Smith has joined the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective May 01, 2026.
By CBB Bancorp, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
PACS Group Announces Acquisition in Alaska; New Construction of a Skilled Nursing Community
PACS Group, Inc. (NYSE: PACS) (“PACS” or the “Company”) today announced that independently operated subsidiaries of the Company have acquired the operations of the post-acute care facility Ridgeway Senior Living in Anchorage, Alaska. It’s the fourth PACS building in the state of Alaska.
By PACS Group, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Trividia Health Correction for TRUE METRIX Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems
Trividia Health, Inc., a global leader in diabetes management, today provided an important update to the medical device labeling correction it announced on February 6, 2026, for all TRUE METRIX®, TRUE METRIX® AIR, TRUE METRIX® GO, and TRUE METRIX® PRO Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems (collectively, the “Products”).
By Trividia Health, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
StratEdge Honored with a Partner 2 Win Gold Tier Award from BAE Systems
StratEdge Corporation today announced it received a Gold Tier Award from BAE Systems’ Partner 2 Win program. The award recognizes StratEdge Corporation’s exceptional performance and contributions to the BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems sector supply chain in 2025.
By StratEdge Corporation · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
E-Scopics Announces New FDA Clearance for Hepatoscope® With Expanded Capabilities in Managing Liver Disease Complications, Advanced Elastography Imaging Features, and Improved Compatibility to Be Presented at DDW 2026
E-Scopics, the medtech innovator advancing ultrasound access at the point of care, today announced the U.S. FDA clearance of new enhancements to its Hepatoscope® platform, marking a significant milestone in its product expansion. These advanced features will be presented during the exhibition at the Digestive Disease Week® 2026 in Chicago, IL, June 3 to 5, booth #2039.
By E-Scopics S.A.S · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Emerald Announces Date for First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) (“Emerald” or the “Company”), today announced that it will release its financial results for the first quarter 2026 before the market open on Monday, May 11, 2026. The Company will hold a conference call to discuss the results at 8:30 am ET on the same day.
By Emerald Holding, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Knoa Pharma Begins Operations as a New, Public Health-Focused Company Dedicated to Supporting Patients and Abating the Opioid Crisis
Knoa Pharma LLC (“Knoa Pharma”) today begins operations as an independent company created to ensure safe access to medicines that are critical to patient care and to support communities with a purpose dedicated to abating the opioid crisis and improving public health. The company emerged following the conclusion of Purdue Pharma L.P.’s Chapter 11 proceedings on May 1, 2026, at which time Purdue permanently ceased operations. Established with the key stakeholders and creditor constituencies, including the United States Department of Justice, the States, Territories and other governmental entities, personal injury victims, and other stakeholders, Knoa Pharma was designed with strong governance, clear accountability, and a commitment to serving the public good.
By Knoa Pharma LLC · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
MBIA Inc. Investor Conference Call to Discuss First Quarter 2026 Financial Results Scheduled for Friday, May 8 at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time
MBIA Inc. (NYSE:MBI) will host a webcast and conference call for investors on Friday, May 8 at 8:30 a.m. (ET) to discuss its first quarter 2026 financial results and other issues related to the Company. The dial-in number for the call is 800-445-7795 in the U.S. and 785-424-1699 from outside the U.S. The conference call code is MBIAQ126. A live webcast of the conference call will also be accessible on www.mbia.com.
By MBIA Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
College Decision Day Is Here: What Students and Families Should Know About Paying for College
High school seniors across the country are celebrating College Decision Day by making the long-anticipated commitment on where to attend college this fall. For many families, however, the decision isn’t only about where to go—it’s also about what that choice means financially and for long-term success.
By Sallie Mae · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Deluxe Recognized With CIO 100 Award for Third Consecutive Year
Foundry’s CIO, the executive technology brand serving senior IT and digital leaders, has named trusted Payments and Data company Deluxe (NYSE: DLX) to its CIO 100 list for the third time since 2024.
By Deluxe Corporation · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
AmeriGas® Hosts Philly 250 Forum, Bringing Together Philadelphia's Civic and Sports Leaders Ahead of the City's Historic Summer
AmeriGas Propane, L.P. (AmeriGas), the nation's largest retail propane distributor and a UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) subsidiary, is bringing Philadelphia's most exciting summer in generations into focus for its employees. As title sponsor of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic, AmeriGas gathered some of the city's top civic, tourism, and sports leaders at its King of Prussia headquarters to preview three landmark events converging in 2026: the FIFA World Cup, the nation's 250th anniversary, and the return of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic.
By AmeriGas Propane, L.P. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
AEG Presents Announces Strategic Partnership With Outback Presents
AEG Presents, a global leader in live entertainment, today announced a strategic partnership with Outback Presents, the premier independent comedy touring and promotion company in North America. The partnership brings together AEG Presents’ global live platform with Outback Presents’ category defining expertise in stand-up comedy, comedy festivals and comedy touring.
By AEG · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Paychex Declares a 10% Increase to Quarterly Cash Dividend
Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX), an industry-leading human capital management ("HCM") company, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on Paychex common stock of $1.19 per share, an increase of $0.11 (or 10%) from the prior quarterly dividend of $1.08 per share, payable on May 29, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 13, 2026.
By Paychex, Inc. · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
KalVista Pharmaceuticals Investor Alert: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - KALV
Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NasdaqGM: KALV) to Chiesi Group. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of KalVista will receive $27.00 in cash for each share of KalVista that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.
By Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
RestorixHealth Celebrates Hyperbaric Awareness Month
RestorixHealth, the nation’s premier partner for wound care and hyperbaric center management, is pleased to join the broader hyperbaric medicine community in recognizing May as Hyperbaric Awareness Month.
By RestorixHealth · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Interactive Brokers Group Reports Brokerage Metrics and Other Financial Information for April 2026, includes Reg.-NMS Execution Statistics
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) an automated global electronic broker, today reported its Electronic Brokerage monthly performance metrics for April.
Seneca Capital Partners Announces $120,000,000 Portfolio Disposition of Seneca Capital Income Real Estate Fund II, L.P.
Seneca Capital Partners (“Seneca”), a Denver-based private equity firm, is pleased to announce the successful disposition of all portfolio real estate assets held by Seneca Capital Income Real Estate Fund II, L.P. (“SCIRE Fund II” or the “Fund”), representing approximately $120,000,000 in aggregate transaction value.
By Seneca Capital Partners · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026
Deadline Approaching: Globant S.A. (GLOB) Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Law Offices of Howard G. Smith
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith reminds investors of the upcoming June 23, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the case filed on behalf of investors who purchased Globant S.A. (“Globant” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GLOB) common stock between February 15, 2024 and August 14, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Encourages SES AI Corporation (SES) Shareholders To Inquire About Securities Fraud Class Action
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased SES AI Corporation (“SES AI” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SES) securities between January 29, 2025 and March 4, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). SES AI investors have until June 26, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.
Deadline Alert: LKQ Corporation (LKQ) Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP About Securities Fraud Lawsuit
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of the upcoming June 22, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired LKQ Corporation (“LKQ” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LKQ) common stock between February 27, 2023 and July 23, 2025, inclusive (the “Class Period”).
Automated Bike Lane Enforcement Begins in Santa Monica
Beginning May 1, 2026, the City of Santa Monica will begin automated enforcement of vehicles parked illegally in bike lanes in Santa Monica, marking the official launch of its Automated Bike Lane Enforcement program with Hayden AI. Santa Monica is the first city in California to enforce bike lanes with camera technology mounted on parking enforcement vehicles.
By Hayden AI · Via Business Wire · May 1, 2026