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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Boards of Trustees of Nuveen Preferred Securities & Income Opportunities Fund (NYSE: JPI) and Nuveen Preferred & Income Opportunities Fund (NYSE: JPC) have approved a proposal to merge the funds. The proposed merger, if approved by shareholders, would combine JPI into JPC. The merger is intended to create a larger fund with lower net operating expenses and increased trading volume on the exchange for common shares. The proposed merger of the funds is subje

ALPHARETTA, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bakkt Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BKKT) today announced that, effective March 21, 2025, it will bring on Akshay Naheta, a seasoned executive with a proven track record in the finance and technology industries, to serve as co-CEO of Bakkt, alongside Andy Main, current CEO. With over 20 years of experience, Akshay brings an intricate understanding of blockchain, financial markets, and payment systems to Bakkt. Previously, he held senior executive roles at SoftBank Grou

ATLANTA & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of technology and data, will hold its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders virtually on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Stockholders of record as of the close of business on Thursday, March 20, 2025 are entitled to participate in, vote and submit questions at the Annual Meeting. Stockholders will also be able to submit questions in advance of the meeting at proxyvote.com be

FITZGERALD, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Colony Bankcorp, Inc. (NYSE: CBAN) (“Colony” or the “Company”) today announced that Edward P. Loomis, Jr. will retire from the Board of Directors of both the Company and its wholly-owned banking subsidiary, Colony Bank, effective May 22, 2025. Loomis, an experienced executive officer, served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company and Colony Bank from May 2012 until his retirement in July 2018. During his tenure, he steered Colony out of the rec

NAPA, Calif. & BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Doctors Company, the nation’s largest physician-owned medical malpractice insurer, and ProAssurance Corporation (NYSE: PRA), an industry-leading specialty insurer with extensive expertise in medical liability, products liability for medical technology and life sciences, and workers’ compensation insurance, today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which ProAssurance will be acquired by The Doctors Company. Unde

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of B++ (Good) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb+” (Good) to Cadence Indemnity Inc. (Cadence) (Galveston, TX). The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. The ratings reflect Cadence’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, limited business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management (ERM). Cadence’s balance she

HASKELL, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #affordablehousing--First State Bank of Abernathy, Texas, used Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) Economic Development Program (EDP) advances (loans) to aid three struggling West Texas hospitals. First State Bank used the advances to provide the hospitals with affordable loans that helped with operational expenses to keep their doors open to serve rural communities that dot the West Texas landscape. Haskell Memorial Hospital in Haskell, Texas, received a $1.3 million ED

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $TWO #dividend--TWO Announces First Quarter 2025 Common and Preferred Stock Dividends

RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $GNW #genworth--Genworth announces election of Steven Van Wyk to Board of Directors.

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Franklin Covey Co. (NYSE: FC), a leader in organizational performance improvement, announced today that the conference call to review the Company’s second quarter fiscal 2025 financial results will take place on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET (3:00 p.m. MT). The Company’s financial results are expected to be released after the close of the market on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Interested persons may access a live webcast at https://edge.media-server.com

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nuveen Credit Strategies Income Fund (NYSE: JQC) today announced that its Board of Trustees (the “Board”) has approved the terms of the issuance of transferable rights (“Rights”) to the holders of the Fund’s common shares (par value $.01 per share) (“Common Shares”) as of March 31, 2025 (the “Record Date”). Holders of Rights will be entitled to subscribe for additional Common Shares (the “Offer”) at a discount to the market price of the Common Shares. After considerin

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The suit alleges defendants issued false statements concerning Geron business and prospects, resulting in its stock trading at inflated prices.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $RGP--Resources Connection, Inc. (Nasdaq: RGP) (the “Company,” “we,” “us” and “our”), a professional services firm, will announce results of operations for its third quarter of fiscal 2025 ended February 22, 2025, after the close of market on April 2, 2025. This release will be followed by a conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET, April 2, 2025. A live webcast of the call will be available on the “Investor Relations” Events section of the Company’s website. To access the call by pho

TYLER, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--All three partners at Martin Walker PC have been recognized by Lawdragon for their work on behalf of those seeking justice in civil courts. Reid Martin, Jack Walker and Marisa Allen have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers guide. Honorees are selected based on journalistic research and peer reviews. "Our mission has always been to stand up for those who need a voice in the courtroom,” Mr. Martin said. “Being recognized by Lawdra

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA has assigned a long-term rating of A+, with a Stable Outlook, to Colorado Statewide Bridge and Tunnel Enterprise Senior Infrastructure Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A. Key Credit Considerations The rating was assigned because of the following key credit considerations: Credit Positives Continued population growth is expected in the State, which will likely track growth in motor vehicle registrations, and the related Bridge Surcharge fees. BTE covenants to not reduce

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Avant Garde Trading Securities (“Avant Garde”), a leading innovator in brokerage and financial services, today announced a strategic partnership with WNSTN, an advanced multi-AI-agent platform poised to transform the client experience. This collaboration underscores Avant Garde’s commitment to providing seamless, cutting-edge support for both retail and institutional clients trading stocks, options, and crypto. As part of this partnership, WNSTN will be fully integrate

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For nearly four decades, Portland’s Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, presented by Toyota and benefiting the Portland Guadalajara Sister-City Association (PGSCA), has been a cornerstone celebration of Mexican culture, community, and tradition. This four-day festival brings together authentic food, live music, traditional dance, and artisan markets at Tom McCall Waterfront Park from May 2-5, 2025. This year, the event holds even deeper significance, highlighting the importan

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) to Premier Land Title Insurance Company (Premier) (Coppell, TX). The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable. The ratings reflect Premier’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very strong, as well as its strong operating performance, limited business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management. Premi

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The SW Graduate School of Banking (SWGSB) at SMU Cox has announced new leadership and added three new trustees to its board roster of highly respected advisors. T. Gary Hudson, former president and CEO and current board member of Farmers & Merchant’s Bank is the new SWGSB chairman and R. Scott Heitkamp, president and CEO of ValueBank Texas is the new SWGSB vice chairman, and Christopher J. Furlow, president and CEO of Texas Bankers Association continues as secretary

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thompson Hine LLP, a law firm recognized nationally as an innovation leader, is excited to announce the opening of a new office in Minneapolis.