Banking & Finance

Jonathan ("JD") Dale Appointed Avidbank President

August 3, 2026 8:00 AM

Avidbank Holdings, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ:AVBH), the holding company for Avidbank, a California state-chartered bank (the "Bank" or "Avidbank"), today announced the appointment of Jonathan M. Dale (JD) as the Bank's President, who will also serve as the Company's President, effective August 3, 2026. Mr. Dale will report to the Company's and the Bank's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mark D. Mordell. Over the last several years, the...

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Update on PetroUrdaneta Negotiations

August 3, 2026 2:40 AM

KEO Capital AB (STO:MAHA-A) ("KEO Capital" or the "Company") (Nasdaq Stockholm: KEOC) is about to finalize the negotiations on the administrative and operational agreements in Venezuela among KEO Capital's energy subsidiary, Maha Indiana, Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. ("PDVSA"), and the Venezuelan authorities in regard to the redevelopment of the PetroUrdaneta fields. The Board of Directors of KEO Capital expects the agreements to be signed...

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HDBank Secures Record International Syndicated Social Loan in Vietnam

August 3, 2026 1:06 AM

The HCM City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank - HoSE:HDB) on July 30 signed a US$721 million international syndicated social loan with the Asian Development Bank, Standard Chartered and other international financial institutions, marking the largest international syndicated social loan ever raised by a Vietnamese organisation. Dr Nguyễn Thị Phương Thảo, Permanent Vice Chairwoman of HDBank's Board of Directors, speaks at the...

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HDBank Posts 31% Rise in First-Half Profit, Assets Exceed VND1 Quadrillion

August 3, 2026 1:00 AM

The Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank - HoSE:HDB) reported strong first-half 2026 results, with pre-tax profit rising 31% year-on-year to VND13.2 trillion (US$505 million). An HDBank transaction office in HCM City. - Photo courtesy of the bank. Total assets increased 12.3% from the beginning of the year to VND1.04 quadrillion (US$39.6 billion) as of June 30, placing HDBank among the few Vietnamese banks with...

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Freedom Holding Corp. Completes Acquisition of Turkish Bank

July 31, 2026 9:05 PM

Freedom Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:FRHC), an international diversified financial services group operating in more than 20 countries, today announced that, through its subsidiary Freedom Finansal Hizmetler A.Ş., it has completed the acquisition of 99.32% of the share capital of Turkish Bank A.Ş. Following completion of the transaction, the financial institution changed its corporate name to Freedom Bank A.Ş. The relevant resolution has been submitted...

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Pentagon I Capital Corp. Announces Conditional Acceptance of Qualifying Transaction with Prospectiva Resources Ltd.

July 31, 2026 5:20 PM

Pentagon I Capital Corp. (TSXV:PNTI.P) ("Pentagon"), a capital pool company under TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV") Policy 2.4 (the "CPC Policy"), is pleased to announce that, further to its news releases dated February 5, 2026, June 18, 2026 and July 7, 2026 describing a business combination (the "Proposed Transaction") with Prospectiva Resources Ltd. ("Prospectiva"), it has received conditional approval from the TSXV for the Proposed...

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Fountain Asset Corp Announces Appointment of New CEO and Directors

July 31, 2026 5:01 PM

Fountain Asset Corp. (TSXV:FA) ("Fountain" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Geoff Barratt as a director and the new Chief Executive Officer of the Company, and the appointment of Mr. Michael Shuh as a director of the Company, each effective as of July 31, 2026. Mr. Barratt has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer to fill the vacancy created by the previously announced departure of Mr. Andrew Parks as Chief...

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New 401(k) to Gold IRA Guide Helps Investors Understand Rollovers and Compare Companies

July 31, 2026 2:10 PM

Love Gold has announced the release of a comprehensive new educational guide designed to help retirement investors better understand 401(k) to Gold IRA rollovers and the process of selecting a reputable Gold IRA company. The publication explains how rollovers work, outlines important IRS rules, discusses common mistakes that can delay or complicate a rollover, and provides independent research into many of the leading companies serving the Gold...

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A Tiny Home for Mom: Outfitting an ADU for an Aging Parent

July 31, 2026 10:40 AM

Moving an aging parent closer to home can bring peace of mind, but it also comes with a challenge. How do you support their independence, while offering a safe space of their own? An accessory dwelling unit (ADU), sometimes called a tiny home or in-law suite, can give your parent privacy while keeping them nearby. With careful consideration, you can outfit the ADU to fit their needs and provide them a comfortable place to spend their golden...

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KeyBank Foundation Invests $240,000 in YWCA Hamilton To Strengthen Housing in Southwest Ohio

July 31, 2026 9:30 AM

The KeyBank Foundation announced an investment of $240,000 in YWCA Hamilton to bolster its Goodman Place Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program, which provides affordable housing for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness who have a certified disability diagnosis. Using grant funds from the KeyBank Foundation, YWCA plans to expand and strengthen the PSH program by funding a full-time Case Manager. With this addition, residents will...

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Summer Break 2026: A Thoughtful Traveler's Guide to Staying Safe, Packed and Ready for Adventure

July 31, 2026 9:30 AM

Originally published on Aflac Newsroom Summer break brings a sense of optimism - warmer weather is here, and the promise of adventure is on the horizon. Whether you're headed to a far-off destination or a backyard barbecue, it's important to be prepared. This isn't about worry; it's about readiness. The kind that lets you follow the sunshine and stay open to detours - the good kind. Having the right tools on hand can transform the experience...

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Kingsway to Report Financial Results for Second Quarter 2026 on Thursday, August 6, 2026

July 31, 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 it will report financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2026, after the close of trading on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Conference Call Information Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 Time: 5 p.m. Eastern Time Toll Free: 888-506-0062 International: +1...

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Infinity Bancorp Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

July 30, 2026 8:30 PM

Infinity Bancorp (OTCQB:INFT) (the "Company" or "Bancorp"), the holding company for Infinity Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend by its Board of Directors. The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per common share, payable August 28, 2026 to shareholders of record on August 14, 2026. Infinity Bank is the sole subsidiary of Infinity Bancorp. Infinity Bancorp, formed on October 21, 2022, is...

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Pinetree Capital Announces Unaudited Financial Results for the Period Ended June 30, 2026 and Management Changes

July 30, 2026 5:01 PM

Pinetree Capital Ltd. (TSX:PNP) ("Pinetree" or the "Company") today announced its financial results for the three month period ended June 30, 2026. All financial information provided in this press release is unaudited and all figures are in $'000 except per share amounts and shares outstanding. Unaudited financial results for the period ended June 30, 2026 The following information should be read in conjunction with our annual audited...

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Oak View Bankshares, Inc. Announces Second Quarter Earnings

July 30, 2026 4:30 PM

Oak View Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (OTCID:OAKV), parent company of Oak View National Bank (the "Bank"), reported net income of $1.71 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, compared to net income of $1.92 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2026, was $3.65 million, compared to $3.38 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025. Basic and diluted earnings per share for the...

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Tortoise Capital Releases 2026 Closed-End Fund Semi-Annual Report

July 30, 2026 4:30 PM

Tortoise Capital today announced the release of the 2026 semi-annual stockholders' report for the Tortoise Energy Infrastructure Corp. (NYSE:TYG). The semi-annual report is available online at https://tortoisecapital.com/cef/tortoise-energy-infrastructure-corp/. Please call (866) 362-9331 or email [email protected] to request a hard copy of this report free of charge. About Tortoise Capital With approximately $10.7 billion in assets under...

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U & I Financial Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

July 30, 2026 4:00 PM

U & I Financial Corp. (OTCQX:UNIF), the holding company ("Company") for UniBank ("Bank"), today reported quarterly Net Loss of $404 thousand or $0.07 loss per share in the second quarter of 2026, compared to a Net Income of $757 thousand or $0.14 earnings per share for the same quarter of 2025. The Company recognized a negative Provision for Credit Losses of $984 thousand during the second quarter of 2026 as compared to negative Provision for...

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Bead and Strictly Expand Payment Acceptance for Enterprise Merchants

July 30, 2026 10:00 AM

Bead, Inc. ("Bead"), a payments infrastructure company, and Strictly, an enterprise payment solutions provider, today announced the integration of Bead's payment infrastructure into the Strictly platform. Eligible merchants processing on Strictly can accept digital wallets, including PayPal and Venmo, Buy-Now-Pay-Later through Klarna, digital assets (cryptocurrency), and additional payment methods as enabled by the platform, with transactions...

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Gaining the Edge Reports Strong Post-Event Survey Results for Global Virtual Cap Intro 2026

July 30, 2026 10:00 AM

Following the recent Gaining the Edge - Global Virtual Cap Intro 2026, Gaining the Edge is pleased to announce exceptionally positive results from post-event surveys completed by both institutional investors and alternative investment managers including hedge funds, private equity, private credit, venture capital, and other private market firms. The results underscore the effectiveness of the event's differentiated two-week virtual format and...

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International Citizens Insurance Releases 2026 Guide to the Best International Health Insurance Companies

July 30, 2026 10:00 AM

International Citizens Insurance (ICI), a leading independent international insurance brokerage specializing in global health, life, and travel insurance, today announced the release of its 2026 Best International Health Insurance Companies rankings, an annual guide designed to help expatriates, digital nomads, retirees, international students, families, and globally mobile organizations identify the right international health insurance coverage...

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