Banking & Finance

Blue Bridge Financial Extends and Upsizes Corporate Notes to $23.0 Million

August 5, 2026 8:00 AM

Blue Bridge Financial, Inc. (Blue Bridge) a leading independent commercial equipment finance company, announced the successful extension and upsize of its corporate notes to $23.0 million. Blue Bridge will use the additional capital to support ongoing growth and for general corporate purposes. Since its founding in 2009, Blue Bridge has funded more than $600 million to over 9,000 small and medium-sized businesses across 30+ industries throughout...

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Global Education Communities Corp. Announces Executive Appointments and Leadership Updates

August 5, 2026 7:00 AM

Global Education Communities Corp. ("GECC" or the "Company") (TSX:GEC)(OTCQB:GECSF) announced updates to its executive leadership team to support the ongoing expansion of its student housing portfolio and broader corporate growth strategy. Appointment of Chris Ho as Executive Director, Finance Mr. Chris Ho has been appointed Executive Director of Finance. Having joined GECC in early 2024, Mr. Ho brings extensive leadership experience in capital...

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T-REX Funds Announce Reverse Share Splits of Seven ETFs

August 4, 2026 2:22 PM

REX Shares and Tuttle Capital Management LLC (collectively "T-REX"), the sponsor and adviser of the T-REX line of leveraged and inverse ETFs, today announced the execution of reverse share splits for the following exchange-traded funds ("Funds"): T-REX 2X Long CRWV Daily Target ETF (Ticker:CRWU) T-REX 2X Long CRCL Daily Target ETF (Ticker:CCUP) T-REX 2X Long TTD Daily Target ETF (Ticker:TTDU) T-REX 2X Long SBET Daily Target ETF (Ticker:SBTU)...

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Pacific Debt Relief Named Finalist of 2026 San Diego County BBB Torch Awards for Ethics

August 4, 2026 12:00 PM

Better Business Bureau has named Pacific Debt Relief as a finalist for the 2026 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics, recognizing businesses that exemplify integrity, trust, and ethical leadership in the marketplace. The BBB Torch Awards for Ethics program celebrates organizations that demonstrate an unwavering commitment to doing the right thing for their customers, employees, and communities. Being named a finalist is a testament to the values that...

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Whittier Trust Welcomes Kimberly Shepherd to Board of Directors

August 4, 2026 11:00 AM

Whittier Trust, the oldest multi-family office headquartered on the West Coast, is pleased to welcome Kimberly Shepherd to its Board of Directors. Shepherd joins Whittier Trust with a distinguished record of board leadership across some of Southern California's most respected institutions, spanning healthcare, higher education, and family philanthropy. Her appointment reflects Whittier Trust's continued commitment to thoughtful growth,...

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How to Make Driving a Rideshare More Comfortable for You and Your Customers

August 4, 2026 11:00 AM

Comfort matters when you drive rideshare, but it's not only about keeping passengers happy. The more comfortable and reliable your car is, the easier it can be to stay focused, protect your energy and earn with confidence. If your current car payment is making it harder to keep up with maintenance, it may be worth exploring whether you refinance your car loan. From adapting your seating setup to optimizing your cabin routine, small changes can...

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Sage Park Acquires Balda C. Brewer, the California-based Contract Manufacturing Injection Molding Subsidiary From Stevanato Group S.p.A.

August 4, 2026 10:00 AM

Craftech Holdco, a portfolio company of Sage Park, today announced the acquisition of Balda C. Brewer ("BCB"), the Ontario, California-based contract manufacturing subsidiary, from its parent company, Stevanato Group S.p.A ("Stevanato"). BCB is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered plastic components for the medical device industry, serving a diversified base of blue-chip customers across North America and Europe. The company operates a...

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HOCHDORF Swiss Nutrition and Pharmalys Laboratories Announce Strategic Joint Venture to Accelerate Global Growth in Infant Nutrition, Backed by AS Equity Partners

August 4, 2026 9:10 AM

HOCHDORF and Pharmalys are proud to announce the official launch of a new, jointly owned company, Hochdorf Laboratories SA. This strategic joint venture (JV), led by HOCHDORF, is a key milestone in HOCHDORF's transformation, supported by its owner, AS Equity Partners. The JV combines HOCHDORF's world-class Swiss production technology and manufacturing expertise with Pharmalys' powerful brand portfolio and established global market access. By...

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Mass Fintech Hub Celebrates Five Years Building Massachusetts' Fintech Ecosystem and Shaping the Next Generation of Innovation

August 4, 2026 9:00 AM

Mass Fintech Hub, a public-private partnership advancing fintech innovation across Massachusetts, celebrates five years of driving growth and collaboration across the Commonwealth. Built within one of the world's leading innovation ecosystems, Mass Fintech Hub connects startups, financial institutions, investors, universities and technology leaders to accelerate fintech growth and reinforce Massachusetts as a premier destination for fintech...

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Counsel Financial Publishes Summer 2026 Litigation Finance Bi-Annual Report

August 4, 2026 8:30 AM

Counsel Financial, the premier litigation finance company in the U.S., today published its Summer 2026 Litigation Finance Bi-Annual Report, reviewing the firm's recent transaction activity and what it indicates about how institutional capital is entering contingent fee litigation. Across the period, Counsel Financial originated, underwrote, serviced, or monitored 14 transactions representing approximately $464 million in committed capital, and...

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Tortoise Capital Celebrates One-Year Anniversary of Tortoise AI Infrastructure ETF (NYSE:TCAI)

August 4, 2026 8:00 AM

Tortoise Capital Advisors, L.L.C. (Tortoise Capital), a fund manager focused on energy and infrastructure investing, is today celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Tortoise AI Infrastructure ETF (TCAI), marking a year of significant growth and strong performance. Tortoise's differentiated approach, which focuses on the "picks and shovels" of AI, has positioned TCAI as a compelling option for investors looking for near-and long-term...

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Truist Small Business Banking Ranks No. 1 in Online and Mobile Banking

August 4, 2026 5:55 AM

Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE:TFC) today announced that its Small Business Online and Mobile Banking platforms earned the No. 1 overall rank by Barlow Research, a leading financial services market research firm. The recognition highlights Truist's continued investment in digital banking capabilities for small businesses, including tools that improve cash flow visibility, enhance security, and simplify payments. According to Barlow Research,...

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Orioles & Truist Announce "Homers for Homerooms" Donation for Every Orioles Home Run at Camden Yards

August 4, 2026 5:50 AM

The Baltimore Orioles and Truist today announced "Homers for Homerooms," a new philanthropic initiative that will generate a donation for every Orioles home run at Oriole Park at Camden Yards throughout the 2026 season. For each home run hit, Truist will donate $212.01 to Harlem Park Elementary Middle School, the club's Adopt-A-School. A nod to the iconic ballpark's 21201 zip code, the program connects on-field performance directly to meaningful...

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Community and Civic Leaders Celebrate Opening of Industry-Leading Affordable Housing Development in Minneapolis

August 4, 2026 5:50 AM

Wells Fargo & Company - Together with residents, project partners, community and civic leaders and elected officials, Project for Pride in Living (PPL) today gathered to cut the ribbon on Opportunity Crossing, a new, 110-unit affordable housing development built on the site of the former Wells Fargo branch that was destroyed during the social unrest of 2020. Located at 3030 Nicollet Ave. in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Opportunity Crossing is one of...

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KeyBank Foundation Awards $300,000 to Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund to Expand Youth Banking Access and Financial Education Nationwide

August 4, 2026 5:30 AM

The KeyBank Foundation announced a $300,000 grant to the national nonprofit Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) to support the expansion of the organization's Youth Banking Connect (YBC) initiative, formerly known as Summer Jobs Connect. This investment will help more young people nationwide gain access to safe, affordable banking products, direct deposit, and financial education through government-connected workforce programs. The...

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Bancorp 34, Inc. Reports 2nd Quarter Performance

August 3, 2026 9:00 PM

Bancorp 34, Inc. (OTCID:BCTF), the parent company for Southwest Heritage Bank, together, the "Company" reports second quarter of 2026 performance. Management Comments - Ciaran McMullan, Chairman & CEO Core1 ROATA improved for the seventh consecutive quarter. Core1 Net Interest Margin also improved over both the linked and prior year quarters. While total loans increased modestly over the linked quarter, we booked approximately $37.0 million in...

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Lost Soldier Oil and Gas Selects EquiDeFi for Accredited Investor Offering

August 3, 2026 5:55 PM

Lost Soldier Oil and Gas has joined with EquiDeFi to offer accredited investor access to their latest offering. Through EquiDeFi's workflow software solution, prospective investors seeking tax advantaged returns can review Lost Soldier's current offering materials, complete their accreditation requirements and execute subscription documents. Investors have the added advantage of simple funding options for their investment, including using...

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Alex Cecola of Vincere Portfolios Discusses How Cash Account Investors Are Accessing Institutional-Style Futures Strategies

August 3, 2026 3:38 PM

Vincere Portfolios is discussing a growing shift taking place within the investment landscape as more individual investors seek access to structured, institutional-style trading approaches through their own cash accounts. The company, which specializes in automated futures trading systems, has observed increasing interest from investors looking beyond traditional discretionary trading methods and toward systematic strategies built around...

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Financial Advisor Magazine Recognizes Magnus Financial Group in Its 2026 RIA Survey and Ranking

August 3, 2026 12:00 PM

Magnus Financial Group LLC, a registered investment advisory (RIA) firm based in New York City, has gained further recognition within the financial services industry by earning a place on Financial Advisor Magazine's 2026 RIA Survey & Ranking for the sixth time. Financial Advisor Magazine's 20th annual RIA ranking recognizes leading independent registered investment advisory firms based on assets under management. "We are honored to once again...

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Kingsway Search Xcelerator Announces New OIR Fletcher Vynne

August 3, 2026 8:30 AM

(NYSE:KWY) Kingsway Corporation ("Kingsway" or the "Company"), the only publicly-traded US company employing the Search Fund model to acquire and build great businesses, today announced that Fletcher Vynne has joined as the Company's newest Operator-in-Residence within the Kingsway Search Xcelerator Segment ("KSX"). "I am pleased to welcome Fletcher Vynne as the newest member of our KSX platform," said JT Fitzgerald, Kingsway's President and...

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