Banking & Finance

Avangard Launches New AI-Powered Investment Fund Built on More Than Two Decades of Research and Machine Learning Development

June 16, 2026 12:35 PM

Western Australia-based investment manager Avangard has announced the launch of the Avangard Systematic Australian Equity Fund, a new investment vehicle that brings the firm's proprietary artificial intelligence and machine learning-driven investment strategy to wholesale investors under an enhanced fund structure from 1 July 2026. The launch marks a significant milestone for the East Perth-based firm, which has spent years developing a fully...

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Taylor Bank Promotes Lee Chisholm and Welcomes Trent Pusey to Strengthen Commercial Lending Team

June 16, 2026 12:30 PM

Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (OTCQX:TYCB), parent company of Calvin B. Taylor Bank (the "Bank") today announced the promotion of Lee Chisholm to Senior Commercial Loan Officer and Senior Vice President, as well as the addition of Trent Pusey as Senior Commercial Loan Officer and Senior Vice President. Since joining the Bank in 2006, Lee Chisholm has been an integral member of its retail banking and lending teams. He began...

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Liberty Tax Earns Four 2026 Franchise Business Review Satisfaction Awards

June 16, 2026 11:00 AM

Liberty Tax, one of North America's leading tax preparation franchise brands, today announced it has been recognized with four 2026 Franchise Business Review Satisfaction Awards, earning distinctions as a Top Franchise, Top Franchise for Culture, Top Franchise for Women, and Top Low-Cost Franchise. The awards are based entirely on feedback from franchise owners, who evaluate their franchisor on key areas including training and support,...

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Mobile Career Coach Takes Workforce Development on the Road

June 16, 2026 10:30 AM

With support from KeyBank and other community partners, The WorkPlace has re-launched its upgraded American Job Center Career Coach, bringing job training, career services, and employment resources directly into neighborhoods across Connecticut. Designed to meet people where they are, the mobile unit serves as a fully equipped classroom on wheels, helping remove common barriers such as transportation and access to technology. "Expanding access...

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Tips for Young Adults Navigating Their First Budget 

June 16, 2026 10:05 AM

Living on your own for the first time can have a bigger learning curve than you realize. Becoming responsible for your money, for example, can be particularly intimidating. Drawing up a budget helps you prioritize your spending and minimize financial stress, but it might be hard to know where to start. Here are some tips you can use to create a budget that works for you. Figure out your income Build your budget based on your income after...

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Sidoti Events, LLC's June Small-Cap Virtual Conference

June 16, 2026 10:00 AM

Sidoti Events, LLC, an affiliate of Sidoti & Company, LLC, has released the presentation schedule and weblinks for its two-day June Small-Cap Virtual Investor Conference taking place Wednesday and Thursday, June 17-18, 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 EDT Wednesday, June 17, 2026 (Day 1) 8:30-9:00 Avalon...

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Vinachem Recognized In The 2026 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 Ranking

June 16, 2026 9:51 AM

According to Fortune, Vinachem ranked 148 among Southeast Asia's 500 largest companies in 2026. This marks the third year that Fortune has published the Southeast Asia 500 ranking, recognizing companies that demonstrate scale, operational excellence, and significant contributions to regional economic development. The list ranks companies based on total revenue across seven countries in the region, including Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand,...

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Folio Expands Hospitality Payment Suite With Launch of New Expense Product at HITEC 2026

June 16, 2026 9:00 AM

Folio, the financial operations and procurement platform purpose-built for hospitality operators, today announced Folio Expense, the hospitality industry's first fully-embedded expense management system that is directly integrated into a hotel procurement and bill payment platform. The new solution will be unveiled at Booth # 751 during the 2026 Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC), taking place June 15-18 in San...

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Catherine Bessant Joins Truist Board of Directors

June 16, 2026 9:00 AM

Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE:TFC) announced that its board appointed Catherine Bessant to join as a director. Bessant will serve on the board's risk committee. "We're delighted to welcome Cathy, with her deep experience in financial services and philanthropy to the Truist board of directors," said Truist Chairman and CEO Bill Rogers. "Cathy's impressive track record of purpose-driven leadership and successful digital, technology and...

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Lakefront Capital: Planning With Clarity

June 16, 2026 9:00 AM

For successful high net worth individuals, understanding how to approach financial planning can be confusing and intimidating. For business owners, things like 401(k) plans, executive benefits, and succession planning just scratch the surface of running a company. Those approaching retirement have to navigate social security, Medicare options, and how to manage portfolios. Across the board, one of the biggest questions people may have is how...

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Tortoise Capital Named Finalist in Five Categories at the 2026 Wealth Management Industry Awards

June 16, 2026 8:30 AM

Tortoise Capital Advisors, L.L.C. (Tortoise Capital), a fund manager focused on energy and infrastructure investing, is today announcing it has been named a finalist in five categories for the 2026 Wealth Management Industry Awards, commonly known as "The Wealthies", one of the asset management industry's most prestigious recognition programs. Tortoise Capital has been recognized as a finalist in the follow categories: Chief Executive Officer of...

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Veem Expands Its Virtual Card Program with Stablecoin Support, Accepted in More Than 200 Countries and Territories Where Visa Is Accepted

June 16, 2026 7:00 AM

Veem, a leading global payments platform, today announced the expansion of its Virtual Card program and the addition of stablecoin support, giving eligible businesses and beneficiaries outside the United States access to USD-denominated virtual cards that can be used wherever Visa is accepted, across more than 200 countries and territories, with greater speed and flexibility. The launch brings together Veem's global payments infrastructure, fiat...

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Mauloa, Private Investment Firm Chaired by ProShares Co-Founder Louis Mayberg, Announces Expansion Into Microcaps

June 16, 2026 6:30 AM

Mauloa, a private investment firm chaired by ProShares co-founder Louis Mayberg, today announced its strategic expansion into the microcap market. Operating without rigid mandates or timelines, the firm will actively participate in a range of transactions-including PIPEs and strategic restructurings-designed to position small public companies for sustainable, long-term growth. Under this new initiative, Mauloa will invest between $5 million and...

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D. Boral Capital Acted as Exclusive Placement Agent to Core AI Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHAI) in Connection with its ~$5.4 Million Registered Direct Offering With a New Fundamental Institutional Investor

June 15, 2026 3:40 PM

On June 11, 2026 - Core AI Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHAI) ("Core AI" or the "Company"), a global AI infrastructure and technology platform, announced that it has closed on an offering with a new fundamental institutional investor for the purchase and sale of the Company's 1,969,444 common shares and 3,975,000 pre-funded warrants for an aggregate price of approximately $5.4 million before deducting commissions and expenses of the offering. The...

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Exit Factor Expands Territory With New Location in San Diego, California

June 15, 2026 2:00 PM

Exit Factor™, a business consulting service that specializes in exit planning for small to mid-sized companies, announced today the opening of its newest location in San Diego, Calif. Owner, Timothy Jackson, a seasoned finance executive, entrepreneur, and advisor with more than 20 years of experience helping growth-stage companies scale, will be the Owner and Principal of Exit Factor San Diego. The Exit Factor program is a proven process with...

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Exit Factor Expands Territory With New Location in Folsom, California

June 15, 2026 1:00 PM

Exit Factor™, a business consulting franchise that specializes in exit planning for small to mid-sized companies, announced today the opening of its newest location in Folsom, California. Owner, Terry Watts, entrepreneur, business broker, Marine Corps veteran, and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) with experience helping business owners grow, transition, and sell their companies, will be the owner and operator of Exit Factor of Folsom. The...

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Graf Joins Old Second National Bank

June 15, 2026 11:00 AM

Old Second National Bank welcomes the addition of Michael Graf as Senior Managing Director and Head of Middle Market Banking. He has more than 30 years of experience serving middle market clients throughout the greater Chicago area.   Prior to joining Old Second, Michael spent 14 years at First Midwest Bank/Old National Bank, where he held a series of leadership roles within the Corporate Banking division, most recently serving as Group Head of...

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BHG Financial Named One of the Greatest Workplaces in Financial Services by Newsweek for Second Consecutive Year

June 15, 2026 10:00 AM

BHG Financial, the leader in small business and unsecured personal loan solutions, has been named one of America's Greatest Workplaces in Financial Services by Newsweek for the second consecutive year. This underscores BHG Financial's ongoing commitment to building a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. The annual list recognizes the best financial services employers in the United States with 1,000 or more...

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ODNB Financial Corporation and National Capital Bancorp, Inc. Announce Merger of Equals Creating a Top Tier Community Bank Headquartered in Washington, D.C. with Approximately $2.4 Billion in Total Assets

June 15, 2026 8:24 AM

ODNB Financial Corporation (private) ("ODNB"), the holding company of Old Dominion National Bank, and National Capital Bancorp, Inc. (OTCID:NACB) ("NACB"), the holding company of The National Capital Bank of Washington ("National Capital Bank"), today jointly announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which NACB will merge into ODNB, with ODNB surviving as the bank holding company. The combined holding company,...

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Verdant Rock Receives BBB+ Long-Term Insurer Financial Strength Rating with a Stable Outlook from Fitch Ratings

June 12, 2026 9:45 AM

Verdant Rock Limited has received a BBB+ Long-Term Insurer Financial Strength Rating with a Stable Outlook from Fitch Ratings effective 12 June 2026. Combined with a Class 3B Insurer license from the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA), effective 6 May 2026, the company is in a strong position to extend financial guarantees on bonds and loans in emerging markets for beneficiaries globally. We provide irrevocable, unconditional, on-demand financial...

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