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SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Declining mortgage rates are one factor pushing the median U.S. monthly mortgage payment down to $2,604, more than $200 below May’s all-time high. That’s according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. The daily average mortgage rate declined to an 11-month low of 6.28% this week, upping homebuyers’ purchasing power by more than $20,000 since mid-summer. But home-sale prices are still rising: The median sale price was roughly $393,00

LOWELL, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As global trade-policy questions linger, a new UKG survey shows the U.S. transportation, distribution, and logistics (TDL) sector is reeling from the one-two punch of a shrinking talent pool and growing demand for higher wages. According to the UKG TDL survey, 79% of operations leaders say labor isn’t effectively aligned with demand fluctuations at their organizations, and more than one-third (35%) report they don’t have enough workers to consistently fill schedu

ATHENS, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--Vertice AI was named Best of Show at Finovate Fall 2025 for its agentic growth solution that provides AI-based personalization recommendations.

WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JSOC IT, Inc., a fast-growing Systems Integrator and Integrated Service Provider (ISP), today announced accelerated client growth and expanded operations, validating its unique business model designed to reduce costs, strengthen compliance, and eliminate risk for organizations in fintech, financial services, and other highly regulated industries. Unlike traditional MSPs or MSSPs, JSOC IT doesn’t operate at arm’s length. Instead, it embeds directly with client teams

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $REAX #therealbrokerage--The Real Brokerage welcomes Washington State’s The Collective Group, a top-ranked 15-agent team with $575M in sales since 2020.

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Strada is proud to mark its first anniversary with a bold showcase of innovation at Workday Rising U.S. 2025, taking place September 15-18.

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (NYSE: VRTS) today reported preliminary assets under management (AUM) of $170.6 billion and other fee earning assets of $1.8 billion for total client assets of $172.4 billion as of August 31, 2025. The change in AUM from July 31, 2025 reflects net outflows in institutional accounts, U.S. retail funds, and retail separate accounts, offset by market performance and positive net flows in exchange-traded funds. Assets Under Manageme

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Upbound Group, Inc. (“Upbound” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: UPBD), a technology and data-driven leader in accessible and inclusive financial solutions that address the evolving needs and aspirations of underserved consumers, today announced that, effective September 18, 2025, it has appointed Ms. Rebecca Wooters to the newly created role of Chief Growth Officer. Ms. Wooters will report directly to the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Fahmi Karam. The growth or

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) reported today that its preliminary assets under management (“AUM”) as of August 31, 2025 totaled approximately $258.4 billion. The month’s AUM included market appreciation of $2.7 billion, FX appreciation of $2.2 billion, and net outflows of $0.2 billion. LAZARD, INC. ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT (“AUM”) (unaudited) ($ in millions)     As of:   August 31, July 31,   20251 2025 Equity $202,509 198,773 Fixed Income 46,877 45,980 Other 8,982 8,900 To

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tema ETFs (“Tema”), the New York-based provider of innovative exchange traded funds (ETFs), today announced the launch of the Tema International Durable Quality ETF. ITOL focuses on international durable and dominant quality companies with tangible moats. ITOL is the second product in Tema’s durable quality line-up following the successful launch of the Tema Durable Quality ETF (TOLL) in 2023. International investing exposes investors to compelling opportunities yet a

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CenterOak Partners Expands Team with Two Senior Level Hires

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Forward Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORD) (the "Company" or “Forward Industries”) today announced the successful close of its previously announced private investment in public equity (“PIPE”) financing, led by Galaxy Digital (“Galaxy”), Jump Crypto, and Multicoin Capital (“Multicoin”). The PIPE resulted in gross proceeds of approximately $1.65 billion to the Company, before deducting placement agent fees and other offering expenses. Forward Industries intends to use the

ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #O2Investment--O2 Investment Partners is pleased to announce that 4M Building Solutions has completed the acquisition of Calvary Building Services.

BOSTON & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PAN, a global integrated data-driven marketing and PR firm for B2B tech and healthcare brands, today announced the appointment of Catherine Coffey as Managing Director of its UK operations. This leadership addition marks a significant step in advancing PAN’s global focus, which has seen undeniable momentum in the past year. With this move, PAN builds upon its mission to connect teams and clients across North America and EMEA. A skilled leader with more than 20

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Star Mountain Capital, LLC (“Star Mountain”), a specialized private investment firm focused on the private U.S. businesses that have a low correlation to the public markets (the U.S. lower middle-market), announces the successful exit of its investment alongside White Wolf Capital Group (“White Wolf”) in Design Consulting Construction Management ("DCCM"), a national engineering and infrastructure consulting firm. About DCCM Headquartered in Houston, Texas, DCCM is a l

LONDON & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ripjar introduces Screening Assistant™, a major agentic AI addition to its suite of screening products that reduced false positives by up to 90%.

MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #brainstormsummit--Bublup, a visual, powerful, and private platform to organize and share content, collaborate, and grow online communities, today announced the successful completion of its HIPAA and SOC 2 Type II compliance audits. This milestone affirms Bublup’s deep commitment to privacy, security, and usability — especially for health-focused nonprofits, grassroots advocacy groups, and privacy-conscious small businesses. “Our mission has always been to make secure, powerful tools

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. (“Figure”) today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 31,500,000 shares of its Class A common stock at a public offering price of $25.00 per share. The shares of Class A common stock are expected to begin trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market on September 11, 2025 under the ticker symbol “FIGR.” The offering is expected to close on September 12, 2025, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The

ARLINGTON, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FDG Web, a web design and development agency, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month, a rare milestone in an industry where most agencies dissolve in fewer than five years. The company credits its longevity to a disciplined, client-first approach, a commitment to a 100% U.S.-based team, and a forward-thinking embrace of new technologies as it expands its team and services. Founded in 1999, FDG Web has navigated a quarter-century of technological change

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Veritone, Inc. (NASDAQ: VERI), a leader in building human-centered enterprise AI solutions, today announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 9,505,705 shares of its common stock. The shares of common stock are being sold at a public offering price of $2.63 per share. The aggregate gross proceeds to Veritone from this offering are expected to be approximately $25 million, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and other estimated offerin