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Basic Capital Appoints Jake Eigner as General Counsel

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Basic Capital, a 401(k) platform modernizing the American retirement system, today announced the appointment of Jake Eigner as General Counsel. Eigner brings deep expertise in ERISA, retirement plan regulation, and financial services law as Basic Capital accelerates its mission to upgrade workplace retirement plans. “Jake is one of the few lawyers in the country who has lived on both sides of the retirement industry,” said Abdul Al-Asaad, Founder and CEO of Basic Capi

Apotheo Capital Launches to Deliver Integrated Capital and Financial Advisory Solutions for Complex Situations

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apotheo Capital (“Apotheo” or “the Firm”) today announced its launch as an integrated financial advisory and private capital firm focused on complex situations. Apotheo was founded on a clear conviction: in high-stakes financial transactions, the advisor's objective should be to achieve the ultimate success for its client. Value is rarely created in a single transaction. It is built through the actions and hard work that follow. Apotheo brings sound judgment, seasoned

American Express Launches New AI Training and Scholarship Programs for Small Businesses

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express today announced two new AI training and education initiatives, in collaboration with nonprofits Generation and Scholarship America, to help small businesses build practical AI skills in their day-to-day operations. AI Upskilling for Small Business, an AI training program created by Generation, is open to small businesses globally, with courses offered in English and Spanish. Smart Futures for Small Business Scholarships, administered by Scholarship Am

iCapital® Launches The Bridge, a Signature Video Podcast Series to Elevate Informed Dialogue Across the Capital Markets Ecosystem

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--iCapital1, the global fintech company shaping the future of investing, today announced the launch of The Bridge by iCapital, a new flagship video podcast series hosted by Sonali Basak, iCapital’s Chief Investment Strategist and one of the industry’s most trusted voices on markets and investing. Through thoughtful, unscripted longform conversations with today’s most influential finance and technology leaders, each episode of The Bridge offers audiences insider perspect

Charlesbank Capital Partners' Lauren Desrosiers Named to PEI's "The Future 40"

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Charlesbank Capital Partners, a leading middle market private investment firm, is pleased to announce that Lauren Desrosiers, Principal on the firm’s Investor Relations team, has been named to Private Equity International’s (PEI) “The Future 40” list for 2026. Now in its ninth year, the list recognizes rising leaders under 40 who are making a meaningful impact across private equity through demonstrated leadership, innovation and execution –- spanning fundraisers, invest

ISG to Study Automotive and Mobility Service Providers

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $III #Automotive--ISG has launched a research study examining providers that help automotive and mobility enterprises transform operations and respond to rapid changes.

Andersen Group Inc. Closes Acquisitions in Ireland, New Zealand, Nigeria, Advancing Global M&A Strategy

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Andersen Group Inc. today announced it has closed acquisitions of tax, consulting, and law firms in Ireland, New Zealand, Nigeria, and Uruguay.

KBRA Releases Monthly CMBS Trend Watch

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA releases the April 2026 issue of CMBS Trend Watch. Commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) private label issuance began to gather steam again in April as deals that were delayed due to geopolitical events came to market. While geopolitical concerns still exist, spreads have tightened and it appears that market sentiment has improved. In addition, with the Federal Reserve leaving interest rates unchanged in April, rate stability could boost issuance. In April

Johnson Fistel Investigates Potential Board Fiduciary Duty Breaches at Lee Enterprises, Inc.

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #Lee--Johnson Fistel, PLLP announces an investigation into potential breaches of fiduciary duty by the Board of Directors of Lee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: LEE).If you own Lee Enterprises shares, please consider joining our investigation. To participate or learn more, you can click or copy and paste the following link:https://www.johnsonfistel.com/investigations/lee-enterprises-inc/Shareholders seeking more information may also contact lead analyst Jim Baker (jimb@johnsonfi

Johnson Fistel Investigates Potential Board Fiduciary Duty Breaches in the Select Medical Take-Private Transaction

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #SEM--Shareholder rights law firm Johnson Fistel, PLLP has launched an investigation into whether the board members of Select Medical Holdings Corporation (NYSE: SEM) breached their fiduciary duties in connection with the proposed sale of the company to a consortium led by Robert A. Ortenzio, Martin F. Jackson, and Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe.If you own Select Medical shares and believe this proposed transaction undervalues your investment, please consider joining o

Philip Morris International Holds 2026 Virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
STAMFORD, CT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders today. André Calantzopoulos, Chairman of the Board, addressed shareholders and answered questions. Jacek Olczak, Group CEO PMI, gave a business presentation, which included an overview of PMI’s: remarkable performance in 2025, and robust start to 2026; annual net revenues surpassing $40 billion in 2025, including close to $17 billion from our smoke-free

73% of Enterprise CX Leaders Prefer Hybrid AI and Human Customer Service Models, Liveops Research Reveals

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Liveops, a leader in flexible customer experience solutions, today released its 2026 AI Maturity Benchmark for Customer Experience, a new global research report showing that enterprise customer experience (CX) leaders are embracing AI, but not an AI-only CX. The findings show that while AI is becoming more embedded in CX operations, enterprise leaders are not treating automation as a substitute for human expertise. Instead, they are prioritizing models that u

Christie Horvath of Wagmo named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 New York finalist by EY US

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #EmployeeBenefits--Christie Horvath, CEO and founder of Wagmo, has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 New York Award by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US). Now in its 41st year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program celebrates the bold leaders who disrupt markets through the world’s most ground-breaking companies, revolutionizing industries and uplifting communities. The program honors entrepreneurs whose innovations drive economic growth and help shape the future of

PEJ, Westinghouse and Bechtel Honored with EXIM’s 2026 Energy Dominance Deal of the Year Award

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe (PEJ), Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel received the 2026 Energy Dominance Deal of the Year award from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) on April 30, 2026. The award recognizes the strong partnership that has been forged between PEJ and the Westinghouse-Bechtel Consortium to build Poland’s first nuclear power plant. PEJ is a Polish state-owned entity entrusted with delivering Poland’s nuclear energy ambitions. Th

Kraken Launches Spot Margin Across Its US Client Base

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
CHEYENNE, Wyo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kraken, one of the world's longest-standing, most liquid and secure cryptocurrency platforms, today announced the launch of crypto spot margin trading in the United States, giving US clients access to CFTC-regulated crypto spot margin on Kraken Pro, with no accredited investor requirement. Until today, US crypto traders have lacked access to regulated, onshore margin trading. The gap has been significant given the size and sophistication of the US market, where

70%+ of Companies Failing to Engage Job Seekers Immediately After Clicking “Apply”

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #HRTech--70%+ of Companies Failing to Engage Job Seekers Immediately After Clicking “Apply”

Judge Mary Stenson Scriven to Receive the 2026 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the Eleventh Circuit

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
ALEXANDRIA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AmericanInnsofCourt--Judge Mary S. Scriven, selected to receive prestigious 2026 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the 11th Circuit.

Citizens Financial Group to Participate in the Bernstein 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference 2026

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CFG) announced today that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Bruce Van Saun will participate in the Bernstein 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference 2026 to be held on Friday, May 29, 2026 at 9:00 am ET. The live webcast will be available at https://investor.citizensbank.com under Events & Presentations. About Citizens Financial Group, Inc. Citizens Financial Group, Inc. is one of the nation’s oldest and largest

Deodorant for Stress Sweat: Secret Deodorant Partners with Intern Queen and Creator Corporate Natalie to Help Early-Career Professionals Stay Fresh and Dry

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Secret, the #1 Clinical Antiperspirant Brand* has teamed up with Intern Queen, the leading Gen-Z and campus marketing platform, and Corporate Natalie, content creator and entrepreneur, to provide young women with the tools – and the confidence – to navigate the often sweat-inducing, "unwritten rules" of the corporate world. The transition from college into corporate life can be stressful. When faced with the pressure of a first performance review or an "always-on" h

Expensify Named Expense Management Platform of the Year

Wed, 05/06/2026 - 11:24
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Expensify, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXFY), the easiest way to manage expenses, corporate cards, and travel, today announced it has been named "Expense Management Platform of the Year" in the 2026 TravelTech Breakthrough Awards, which recognize innovation across the global travel and hospitality technology ecosystem. With thousands of nominations evaluated by an independent panel of industry experts, the program highlights companies delivering meaningful advancements in trav

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