Banking & Finance

ThinkEquity Strengthens NYSE Floor and Trading Operations with Key Senior Appointments

January 21, 2026 4:30 PM

ThinkEquity, an investment bank and brokerage firm created by experienced professionals that have worked together for over a decade collectively financing more than $100 billion of public and private capital raises, restructurings, and mergers and acquisitions, today announced the addition of Leon Montana as Managing Director, Global Equity Sales & Trading, Mike Conlon, Senior Vice President NYSE Trading, John Conlon, Senior Vice President NYSE...

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DRB Capital Has Appointed Jayson Glick as Chief Revenue Officer

January 21, 2026 1:16 PM

DRB Capital, a premier provider in liquidity for structured settlements and annuities, has appointed Jayson Glick as Chief Revenue Officer. Jayson has more than 20 years of experience in the financial and legal-tech sector. Mr. Glick is a sales architect, and his top focus is to lead DRB Capital by accelerating sales growth and expand market share while aligning people, processes and data to one cohesive origination engine. Jayson Glick will...

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Travelers Financial Group Appoints David W. Falk Senior Vice President - Transportation Carrier Equipment Finance

January 21, 2026 11:50 AM

PowerLease, a provider of financing solutions that enable salaried truck drivers to become independent owner-operators, announced that David Falk has been appointed senior vice president. In this capacity, he will be responsible for expanding the firm's financing programs and go-to-market strategies. His appointment is effective immediately. Falk brings more than 25 years of experience across the North American transportation sector. Most...

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Aegis Capital Corp. Announces the Hiring of a New Managing Director

January 21, 2026 10:00 AM

Aegis Capital Corp., - Aegis Capital Corp. (www.aegiscapcorp.com) a full-service wealth management, financial services and investment banking firm is pleased to announce Gregory Dupée has joined the firm as a Managing Director Greg Dupée is a committed conservationist and seasoned investment advisor with over 32 years of experience. He is currently a Director of the Camp Fire Conservation Fund. He currently serves as a member at large and has...

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JD Bancshares, Inc. Declares Cash Dividend

January 21, 2026 9:00 AM

JD Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX:JDVB) Dan L. Donald, Jr., Chairman of the Board of Directors of JD Bancshares, Inc., announced that at its regularly scheduled meeting on January 20, 2026, the Board voted to pay a cash dividend in the amount of $0.30 per share on February 6, 2026 to the shareholders of record on January 30, 2026. The amount and payment of future dividends for the JD Bancshares, Inc. common stock is determined on a quarterly basis,...

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Purbeck Insurance Services Reports Shift Toward Cashflow-Focused Borrowing Among Small Businesses in Q4 2025

January 21, 2026 6:10 AM

Purbeck Insurance Services has published new analysis indicating that small businesses focused more heavily on cashflow support than growth-related borrowing during the final quarter of 2025, reflecting a cautious approach to finance decisions at the end of the year. The analysis is based on personal guarantee insurance application data associated with new lending activity. During Q4 2025, working capital was the most common reason for...

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Hilbert Group's Recently Acquired Trading Platform Enigma Delivers Over 100% Return in 2025

January 21, 2026 4:15 AM

Hilbert Group AB ("Hilbert Group" or the "Company")(STO:HILB-B)(FRA:999) today announces that the systematic trading platform Enigma, which was recently acquired by the Group, achieved a return of +102% during 2025. The result was generated through market-neutral statistical arbitrage trading in a year marked by challenging conditions in the cryptocurrency market. The return was achieved through high-frequency, systematic trading focused on...

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Cashmere Valley Bank Reports Record Earnings of $29.2 Million and Increases Semi-Annual Dividend

January 20, 2026 11:00 PM

Cashmere Valley Bank (OTCQX:CSHX) ("Bank") announced annual earnings of $29.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2025. Diluted earnings per share was $7.46, which was an increase of $0.22 from the prior year. On January 20, 2026, the Bank's Board of Directors declared a semi-annual dividend payment of $1.00 per share to shareholders of record on January 30, 2026. The dividend will be paid on February 9, 2026. The dividend rate is an...

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Flushing Financial Corporation To Cancel Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Earnings Conference Call

January 20, 2026 5:00 PM

Flushing Financial Corporation (the "Company") (Nasdaq-GS:FFIC), the parent holding company for Flushing Bank (the "Bank"), today announced that, in light of its pending merger with OceanFirst Financial Corp., it has canceled its previously scheduled fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings conference call that was to be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 9:30 AM (ET). The Company will continue to make available its financial information...

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Bank CMG Announces Agreement to Acquire Farmers Savings Bank

January 20, 2026 3:20 PM

Bank CMG, a leading financial institution with assets totaling approximately $900 million, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Farmers Savings Bank, a well-respected bank with assets totaling $450 million. This strategic move aims to bolster Bank CMG's market presence in Wisconsin and enhance its service and product offerings to its growing customer base. The acquisition, which is subject to...

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Early & Accessible Investing

January 20, 2026 3:00 PM

The very concept of an "investment" is being redefined. High barriers to entry are being dismantled by technology, creating a more democratized landscape. This trend toward fractionalization allows for greater agility in how assets are managed and deployed. Recognizing this shift, BTTC is exploring strategies that leverage this new paradigm. By developing capabilities to manage assets with greater precision, the company is aiming to unlock new...

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Digital-First Banking & Payments

January 20, 2026 12:00 PM

A generation is coming of age with no memory of, or patience for, traditional banking. Their expectation is a financial world that lives on a mobile device - instant, intuitive, and always on. For them, the user interface is the institution. This isn't just a challenge for retail banks; it's a wake-up call for all public companies to evolve. In response, Black Titan Corporation (NASDAQ:BTTC) is actively participating in this space by developing...

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Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney at Optima Tax Relief, Phil Hwang, Appointed National Chair of IRS Taxpayer Advocacy Panel

January 20, 2026 11:00 AM

Optima Tax Relief announced today that Philip Hwang, its Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, has been appointed National Chair of the Taxpayer Advocacy Panel (TAP) for 2026. TAP is a Federal Advisory Committee to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), composed of approximately 75 citizen volunteers who listen to taxpayers, identify issues, and provide actionable recommendations to improve IRS services and policies. In his new role, Hwang will...

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Henson Venture Partners Announces Strong 2025 Year-End Results and Accelerated Investment Plans for 2026

January 20, 2026 10:00 AM

Henson Venture Partners, a global early-stage venture capital firm focused on backing and mentoring high-potential technology startups, today announced its 2025 year-end results, highlighting strong momentum, disciplined capital deployment, and continued expansion of its founder-first investment platform. 2025 marked a significant step forward in Henson Venture Partners' mission to build one of the most vibrant, founder-friendly venture firms in...

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Mastercard Spotlights Indigenous Small Businesses at Toronto Maple Leafs Indigenous Celebration Game

January 20, 2026 9:50 AM

Originally published by Mastercard Mastercard is shining a spotlight on Indigenous small businesses as part of the Toronto Maple Leafs Indigenous Celebration Game. In partnership with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE), Mastercard will transform a dedicated space at Real Sports Apparel at Scotiabank Arena into the inaugural The Indigenous Playmaker Marketplace presented by Mastercard. Limited-edition merchandise from Indigenous-owned small...

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Vossen Capital Management Secures £200 Million in Pre-IPO Investment Commitments

January 20, 2026 9:20 AM

Highlights: £200 million committed to Pre-IPO allocations across technology, healthcare, and sustainable infrastructure sectors Expanded institutional partner network providing enhanced deal flow access Strong investor demand driven by track record of successful Pre-IPO placements Programme offers qualified investors early-stage exposure to growth companies ahead of public listings The capital commitments have been secured from a combination of...

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AllianceBernstein: Where the Rubber Meets Return - The ESG Factors That Matter

January 20, 2026 9:20 AM

Patrick O'Connell, CFA| Director-Responsible Investing Portfolio Solutions and Research John Huang, CFA| Director of Responsible Investments, Data and Technology-Responsibility Erin Bigley, CFA| Chief Responsibility Officer The materiality of ESG factors differs across sectors and markets. Investors need to understand how. As environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors help contribute to-or detract from-security returns, it makes sense...

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Luminar Media Group, Inc.-Fortun Reports Preliminary Record Q4 and Record Full Year 2025 Operating Metrics

January 20, 2026 9:00 AM

Luminar Media Group, Inc. (OTCID:LRGR), together with its subsidiaries Fortun Advance, LLC; Fortun Funding, LLC; Fortun Online, LLC and related affiliates (collectively, "Fortun"), today announced preliminary, unaudited operating metrics for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Preliminary Q4 2025 Operating Metrics (Operating Metrics; Non-GAAP Financial Measures): • Gross funding volume of $3.9 million in Q4 2025, - up approximately 109%...

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Sidoti Events, LLC's January Micro-Cap Virtual Conference

January 20, 2026 7:15 AM

Sidoti Events, LLC, an affiliate of Sidoti & Company, LLC, has released the presentation schedule and weblinks for its two-day January Micro-Cap Virtual Investor Conference taking place Wednesday and Thursday, January 21-22, 2026. The presentation schedule is subject to change. Please visit www.sidoti.com/events for the most updated version and webinar links. Presentation Schedule *All Times EST Wednesday, January 21, 2026 (Day 1) 8:30-9:00...

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Hebbia Introduces Preqin Data Access to Enhance Private Markets Workflows

January 19, 2026 10:00 AM

Hebbia announced the integration of Preqin private markets data into its AI-powered research and workflow platform, expanding analytical access for investment professionals operating across private equity, venture capital, real assets, and private debt. The integration is designed to support structured research, document analysis, and data-driven decision-making in an environment where private market information is often fragmented and difficult...

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