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KBRA Releases Research – Keeping a Watchful Eye on Insurers Amid Busy Hurricane Forecasts
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA releases research examining the implications of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season and the evolving reinsurance market for the U.S. property and casualty (P&C) insurance sector. The 2025 hurricane season is forecast to exceed normal activity levels, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicting approximately 16 named storms, eight hurricanes, and four major hurricanes. This outlook, driven by exceptionally warm Atlantic waters and
Kim Lupica Joins Academy Securities as Managing Director, Commercial Paper Trading & Origination
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Academy Securities, the nation’s first post-9/11 veteran owned and operated investment bank, today announced the addition of Kim Lupica as Managing Director, Commercial Paper Trading & Origination. Ms. Lupica brings over a decade of experience in short-term fixed income markets. Prior to joining Academy, Ms. Lupica was a Director at Bank of America Securities, where she served as a senior short-term fixed income trader focused on market-making in Commercial Paper
Dollar General Announces Call for Small Businesses
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DG announces a call for small businesses seeking to learn more about serving as a vendor or service provider for the Company.
NorthWestern Energy Welcoming Energy West Employees and Customers
BUTTE, Mont.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NorthWestern Energy is proud to welcome 33,000 Energy West customers and 43 valued employees, more than half of these new team members are represented by NorthWestern’s labor union partners. “We are excited to welcome the Energy West employees to the NorthWestern family,” said NorthWestern Energy President & CEO Brian Bird. “They will join various departments, including Customer Care, Operations, Technology, Finance, Safety, and Warehousing. In addition to wel
The European Equity Fund, Inc. Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Stockholders
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The European Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: EEA) (the “Fund”) announced today the results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on June 30, 2025. Both of the Class II Directors nominated by the Board of Directors, Ms. Fiona Flannery and Dr. Holger Hatje, were elected to serve a term of three years and until his or her successor is elected and qualifies. Stockholders also ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditors for the Fund for its
The Central and Eastern Europe Fund, Inc., Announces Results of the Fund’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders and Extension of Minimum Period for Partial Advisory Fee Waiver
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Central and Eastern Europe Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CEE) (the “Fund”) announced today the results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on June 30, 2025. The Class I Director nominated by the Board of Directors, Ms. Hepsen Uzcan, was elected to serve a term of three years and until her successor is elected and qualifies. Stockholders also ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditors for the Fund for its 2025 fiscal year. In addition,
The New Germany Fund, Inc. Announces Results of the Fund’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The New Germany Fund, Inc. (NYSE: GF) (the “Fund”) announced today the results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on June 30, 2025. The nominees for election as directors of the Fund had not received sufficient votes to be elected. Therefore, the meeting was adjourned to July 18, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern time at the offices of DWS Investment Management Americas, Inc., 875 Third Avenue, New York, NY in order to allow more time to solicit proxies. Stockholders
Certain BlackRock Closed-End Funds Announce Estimated Sources of Distributions
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BBN--Today, BlackRock Resources & Commodities Strategy Trust (NYSE: BCX), BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (NYSE: BDJ), BlackRock Energy and Resources Trust (NYSE: BGR), BlackRock Enhanced International Dividend Trust (NYSE: BGY), BlackRock Health Sciences Trust (NYSE: BME), BlackRock Health Sciences Term Trust (NYSE: BMEZ), BlackRock Enhanced Global Dividend Trust (NYSE: BOE), BlackRock Utilities, Infrastructure & Power Opportunities Trust (NYSE: BUI), Bla
NYSE to Commence Delisting Proceedings Against BP Prudhoe Bay Royalty Trust (BPT)
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”, the “Exchange”) announced today that the staff of NYSE Regulation has determined to commence proceedings to delist the units of beneficial interest (“Units”) of BP Prudhoe Bay Royalty Trust (the “Company”) — ticker symbol BPT — from the NYSE. Trading in the Company’s Units will be suspended immediately. NYSE Regulation reached its decision to delist the Company’s Units pursuant to Listed Company Manual Section 802.01C, as the Compa
Principal Real Estate Income Fund Announces Notification of Sources of Distribution
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Principal Real Estate Income Fund (NYSE:PGZ) announces the sources of a distribution paid on June 30, 2025 of $0.1050 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 13, 2025, pursuant to the Fund's managed distribution plan. This press release is issued as required by an exemptive order granted to the Fund by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and includes the notice below sent to shareholders regarding the source of the distribution.
Circle Applies for National Trust Charter
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE: CRCL), a global financial technology company and stablecoin market leader, has formally submitted an application to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish a national trust bank, First National Digital Currency Bank, N.A. If approved, First National Digital Currency Bank, N.A. would be authorized to operate as a federally regulated trust institution, subject to OCC oversight, and would oversee the management
Everest Publishes 2024 Global Loss Triangles
HAMILTON, Bermuda--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everest Group, Ltd. (“Everest”) (NYSE: EG) a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions, today announced that it has published its Global Loss Triangles for the year ended December 31, 2024. These documents are available on the Company’s investor relations website, under Financials/Annual Disclosures. The link can be found here: https://investors.everestglobal.com/financials/annual-
Morningstar, Inc. to Announce Second-Quarter 2025 Financial Results on July 30
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Morningstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: MORN), plans to report its second-quarter 2025 financial results after the market closes on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. The company does not hold analyst conference calls; however, investors may submit written questions to Morningstar at investors@morningstar.com. About Morningstar, Inc. Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment insights in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The Company offers an extensive line
First Trust Enhanced Equity Income Fund Issues Notice Regarding June 2025 Distribution
WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Trustees of First Trust Enhanced Equity Income Fund (the "Fund") (NYSE: FFA), CUSIP 337318109, previously approved a managed distribution policy for the Fund (the "Managed Distribution Plan") in reliance on exemptive relief received from the Securities and Exchange Commission which permits the Fund to make periodic distributions of long-term capital gains more frequently than otherwise permitted with respect to its common shares subject to certain co
First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds
WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") announces the declaration of the monthly distributions for certain exchange-traded funds advised by FTA. The following dates apply to today's distribution declarations: Expected Ex-Dividend Date: July 1, 2025 Record Date: July 1, 2025 Payable Date: July 2, 2025 Ticker Exchange Fund Name Frequency Ordinary Income Per Share Amount ACTIVELY MANAGED EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund DFII NYSE Arca FT Ve
RGP Announces Board Refreshment
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Resources Connection, Inc. (Nasdaq: RGP) (the “Company”) announced today, as part of the Board’s planned Board refreshment and succession process, changes to its Board of Directors (the “Board”). Directors Anthony Cherbak and Neil Dimick will be retiring from the Company’s Board following the conclusion of their terms of service on the Board at the Company’s 2025 annual meeting of stockholders expected to be held in October 2025. Mr. Cherbak has served the Company with
BGC Group Updates its Outlook for the Second Quarter of 2025
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BGC Group Updates its Outlook for the Second Quarter of 2025
Agree Realty Announces Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call Information
ROYAL OAK, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Agree Realty Corporation (NYSE: ADC) (the “Company”) today announced that it will release its second quarter 2025 operating results after the market closes on Thursday, July 31, 2025. A conference call to discuss the Company’s operating results is scheduled for Friday, August 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM ET. Interested parties and shareholders may access the call via teleconference or webcast: Teleconference: USA Toll Free (800) 715-9871 International (646) 307-1963
Prestige Global Meeting Source Announces Strategic Leadership Additions with Appointment of First-Ever President and Welcomes New Executive Vice President of Sales
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #engageprestige--Prestige appoints James St. Peter as its first President, marking a key step in strengthening leadership for long-term growth and success.
Eaton Vance Closed-End Funds Release Estimated Sources of Distributions
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Eaton Vance closed-end funds listed below released today the estimated sources of their June distributions (each a “Fund”). This press release is issued as required by the Funds’ managed distribution plan (Plan) and an exemptive order received from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Board of Trustees has approved the implementation of the Plan to make monthly, as noted below, cash distributions to common shareholders, stated in terms of a fixed amount