Banking & Finance

Month-End Portfolio Data Now Available For Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc.

November 24, 2025 4:15 PM

Ares Capital Management II LLC today announced that monthly fund composition and performance data for Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. (NYSE:ARDC) as of October 31, 2025 is now available via www.arespublicfunds.com. About Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. ("ARDC") is a closed-end management company that is externally managed by Ares Capital Management II LLC, a subsidiary of Ares...

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ArtCap Strategies Announces Closing of Senior Secured Facility to Capitalize the Bahamas' National Blue Carbon Investment Fund

November 24, 2025 12:00 PM

ArtCap Strategies ("ArtCap"), acting as sole lead arranger, today announced the successful closing and funding of a senior secured credit facility (the "Facility") in support of Carbon Management Limited ("CML"), the project sponsor leading The Bahamas' national blue carbon development program. The Facility represents a landmark transaction in climate finance, enabling the capitalization of Carbon Credit (SWF) Ltd. (the "Fund"), a sovereign...

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Asean Reimagined: How Innovation, Connectivity and SMEs Are Driving Regional Growth

November 24, 2025 9:40 AM

Originally published on The Straits Times Access to capital is critical. But without a digital identity or proven credit history, many MSMEs struggle to secure loans, with up to 60 per cent of those in South-east Asia reporting difficulty in obtaining financing. To meet this need, the Mastercard Impact Fund pledged US$5 million last year to unlock up to $1 billion in Asian Development Bank financing for MSMEs. This shows how relatively small...

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AllianceBernstein | From Conference Room to Kitchen: How Reuse Can Reshape Real Estate

November 24, 2025 9:20 AM

Converting offices to apartments may create opportunities for real estate investors and revitalize cities. Municipal authorities in US cities where home prices have soared are increasingly seeking to convert outdated and unwanted offices into apartments. That can be a welcome development for a commercial real estate market that is still licking its wounds from the pandemic, changing commuter patterns and persistently high interest rates. Today,...

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Flushing Financial Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.22 Per Share

November 24, 2025 9:00 AM

Flushing Financial Corporation (the "Company") (Nasdaq:FFIC), the parent holding company for Flushing Bank (the "Bank"), today announced that the Board of Directors (the "Board") declared a quarterly dividend on its common stock of $0.22 per common share, payable on December 19, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 5, 2025. John R. Buran, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer stated: "The Company...

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Luminar Media Group Submits Initial Application to List on Nasdaq Capital Market

November 24, 2025 9:00 AM

Luminar Media Group, Inc. (OTCID:LRGR) ("Luminar" or the "Company"), a diversified financial holding company focused on revenue-based financing solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, today announced that it has submitted its initial application to list its common stock on the Nasdaq Capital Market ("Nasdaq"). In parallel, the Company is in discussions with several nationally recognized investment banks and expects to finalize the...

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Capital.com Strengthens European Operations with Expanded Customer Service Hub in Bulgaria

November 24, 2025 3:00 AM

Capital.com, the high-growth trading platform and fintech group, today announced the expansion of its operations in Bulgaria with the opening of a new office at Sofia's Office X Business Garden and a 51% increase in local headcount over the past year. This development aligns with the company's strategy to build specialised centres of excellence across key functions, with Bulgaria leading the way in customer service. Building on its established...

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HYGH Capital Announces the Expansion of its Plans through New Initiatives in Real Estate and Private Equity

November 23, 2025 1:55 PM

​In its latest record, HYGH Capital has launched new initiatives in real estate development and private equity operations. The firm's approach is designed to meet the needs of forward-looking investors seeking stability, structure, and equity. The firm aims to shape around detailed market evaluation and long-range planning. Founded by seasoned investor Dennis Tomala, the firm brings a structured approach to assets aimed at advancing its...

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SKYLINE Announces Q3 2025 Financial Results

November 23, 2025 10:00 AM

Skyline Investments Inc. (the "Company" or "Skyline") (TASE:SKLN), a Canadian company that specializes in hotel real estate investments in the United States and Canada, published its results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025. SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL RESULTS For the Three Months Ended September, For the Nine Months Ended September, C$000's 2025 2024 2025 2024 NOI1 from Hotels & Resorts 5,622 5,747 6,652 12,740 Same...

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Notice of Data Privacy Incident

November 22, 2025 7:00 AM

John P. Meehan Agency, Inc. ("Meehan") takes the protection of personal information seriously. As part of that commitment, we are writing to notify you of a data privacy incident involving personal information of certain individuals. What Happened: On July 8, 2024, we discovered unusual activity in our network. Immediately following the discovery of the incident, we engaged outside experts, including IT forensic specialists, to investigate....

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Why Financial Advisors Choose Lux Sales Consulting's SLS Framework

November 21, 2025 10:41 PM

Too many financial advisors have wasted money on coaching programs that deliver nothing but generic sales tactics and motivational speeches without specific processes or lead generation systems to set up. Others have spent thousands on lead generation services that produced unqualified prospects-or even worse, no leads at all. Lux Sales Consulting stands out because its founder, Ramzi Malas, is a former financial planner who lived through the...

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Disruptors & Dominators Review: Genius Act Crypto Boom Stocks, Tokenization Plays, and AI Data Center Winners

November 21, 2025 7:40 PM

This content covers financial topics. It is not personal financial advice, tax advice, or legal advice. You decide how to use the information. Speak with a licensed professional before you act on any research discussed here. Pricing, bonuses, and terms change without notice. Always check the official website for the most current details before you make any decision. This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, a...

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Peoples Bancorp Announces Cash Dividend

November 21, 2025 10:40 AM

The Board of Directors of Peoples Bancorp of North Carolina, Inc., Newton, NC (Nasdaq:PEBK) declared the Company's regular cash dividend for the fourth quarter of 2025 in the amount of $0.20 per share. The fourth quarter cash dividend will be paid on December 15, 2025 to shareholders of record on December 3, 2025. Shareholders are encouraged to enroll in the Company's Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan. For details, contact Krissy...

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Aflac Voices - Matthew Owenby: Pivoting From Stuck to Strategizing

November 21, 2025 9:30 AM

In today's evolving economic landscape, many professionals are finding themselves in a place they didn't expect: feeling stuck. Whether it's due to hiring slowdowns, industry shifts or broader market uncertainty, many employees are holding tight to their roles - not necessarily out of passion, but out of caution. It's a concept we've come to know as "job hugging": staying in a role not because it's fulfilling, but because the future seems...

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Regents Capital Extends and Upsizes Bank Credit Facility to $150.0 Million

November 21, 2025 8:00 AM

Regents Capital Corporation(Regents), a leading provider of equipment leasing and financing solutions to middle-market borrowers, announced the successful extension and upsize to $150 million of its revolving credit facility with Bank OZK (Nasdaq:OZK), an industry leader in diversified corporate and institutional banking. Proceeds drawn on the facility will be used to fund new originations and fuel business growth. "This upsize, in parallel with...

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Isabella Bank Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter 2025 Dividend

November 20, 2025 4:15 PM

Isabella Bank Corporation (Nasdaq:ISBA) today announced its Board of Directors declared a fourth-quarter cash dividend of $0.28 per common share at its regular meeting on November 19, 2025. The dividend will be payable December 19, 2025 to shareholders of record as of December 17, 2025. Based on ISBA's closing stock price of $40.50 per share as of November 19, 2025, the annualized cash dividend yield is 2.77%. # About Isabella Bank Corporation...

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David Overson, One Of Arizona's Top Retirement Planners, Co-Authors New Book To Help Boomer Retirees Reduce Taxes and Take Control of Their Retirement

November 20, 2025 3:00 PM

The new book Retire On Your Terms empowers successful Baby Boomers to take control of their retirement and avoid the costly myths and mistakes that derail so many affluent families. Retire On Your Terms challenges the one-size-fits-all approach that dominates the financial services industry and instead presents a comprehensive, custom framework for retirement success. Readers discover how to safeguard their wealth, eliminate unnecessary taxes,...

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As Ad Prices Surge, Regie Tiu Highlights Referral Systems as the Future of Sustainable Growth

November 20, 2025 11:15 AM

In response to rising advertising costs and declining returns for service-based business owners, CEO and physical therapist Regie Tiu is spotlighting a different path forward: referral-driven growth rooted in human connection. His New York clinic, which reached seven figures with nearly 80 percent of clients coming from referrals and reviews, demonstrates that sustainable scaling does not require heavy ad spend. Regie's journey highlights a...

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United Bancorp, Inc. Increases its Fourth Quarter Cash Dividend Payment to $0.19 per Share, which produces a Forward Yield of 5.4%

November 20, 2025 11:00 AM

On November 19, 2025, the Board of Directors of United Bancorp, Inc. (UBCP) declared a fourth quarter dividend payment of $0.19 per share for shareholders of record on December 10, 2025 with a payment date of December 19, 2025. This payment is greater than the regular cash dividends paid in the first three quarters of the current year, which were $0.1825, $0.1850 and $0.1875 respectively. With this fourth quarter dividend payment and...

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With a Portfolio Exceeding $8B, Meron Capital Raises $70M for a New Fund

November 20, 2025 10:00 AM

Meron Capital has closed a $70 million third fund, expanding its capacity for pre-seed and seed investments across AI, cybersecurity, fintech, digital health, climate tech, and Robotics. The fund brings Meron's total capital raised to $170 million. The firm places a strong emphasis on personal partnership, with founders working directly with senior partners to ensure expert support at every stage. Meron Capital is also adding Gil Shai,...

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