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USHIO Industry & Entertainment (USHIO INE) today announced the signing of a trademark licensing agreement with ams OSRAM, that enables the company to continue offering designated professional technical lighting products under the trusted OSRAM product brand.

Medincell (Euronext Paris: MEDCL) today announced that its Board of Directors will propose the appointment of Dr. Elisabeth Svanberg as an independent director at the Company's Annual General Meeting on September 30, 2026. A highly experienced international life sciences executive, Dr. Svanberg would bring deep expertise in global pharmaceutical development, governance, executive compensation and global health as Medincell advances its next phase of growth.

Cover Genius, the global infrastructure for embedded protection, today announced its acquisition of Friendsurance, the Berlin-based insurtech and digital bancassurance platform for banks and insurers. The transaction establishes a powerhouse in European digital insurance distribution, combining Cover Genius’s market-leading global infrastructure with Friendsurance's deep local regulatory expertise and bank-grade technology.

Mercedes-Benz Group AG (ticker symbol: MBG) reported revenue of €32.1 billion in the second quarter (Q2 2025: €33.2 billion) and Group EBIT of €1.5 billion (Q2 2025: €1.3 billion), while continuing to execute its largest-ever product launch programme and further improving efficiency and productivity.

Global analytics software leader FICO (NYSE: FICO) has announced that Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM), a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, has been named one of the winners of its second annual Global System Integrator (GSI) Partner Hackathon. Held at FICO's Bengaluru campus, the event invited leading GSI partners to compete in building real-world solutions to complex financial challenges using FICO® Platform, with one winning team selected from each participating partner.

Resecurity announced the availability of native integration with IBM QRadar SIEM, a widely used Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platform used by the leading Fortune 100 corporations worldwide. The plugin is available for activation via IBM Application Exchange.

Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., the leading global Japanese hotel operator, is pleased to announce that the Hotel Okura Thermal Resort & Spa Cappadocia is scheduled to open in 2028 in the historic village of Mustafapaşa in the Cappadocia region of Türkiye.

Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Albertsons Companies, Inc. (“ Albertsons” or “the Company”) (NYSE: ACI) for violations of the securities laws.

Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. (“Zevra” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: ZVRA) for violations of the securities laws.

Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CAPR) resulting from allegations that Capricor may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

Agibank (NYSE: AGBK), a bank that combines the efficiency and scalability of a digital platform with the proximity of in-person service, is among the ten Brazilian companies included in The World’s Top Fintech Companies 2026 list, compiled by CNBC in partnership with the research firm Statista.

Robbins LLP announces that it is investigating Simulation Plus, Inc. (NASDAQ: SLP) to determine whether certain officers and directors violated securities laws or breached fiduciary duties owed to shareholders

The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who acquired Wix.com Ltd. (“Wix” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: WIX) common stock between February 19, 2025 and May 12, 2026, inclusive (“the Class Period”).

The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who acquired PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation (“Procept” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PRCT) common stock between February 28, 2024 and February 25, 2026, inclusive (“the Class Period”).

The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who acquired Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (“Hertz” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HTZ) common stock between May 7, 2026 and June 23, 2026, inclusive (“the Class Period”).

Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors with substantial losses that they have until September 22, 2026 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation ("Procept" or the "Company") (NasdaqGM: PRCT), if they purchased the Company’s shares between February 28, 2024 and February 25, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.

Materion Corporation (NYSE: MTRN) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a third-quarter 2026 dividend of $0.145 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on September 4, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 20, 2026.

Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., notifies investors in Wix.com Ltd. (“Wix” or the “Company”) (NasdaqGS: WIX) of a class action securities lawsuit.

Following the previous announcement of the launch of a senior notes offering, Waste Connections, Inc. (TSX/NYSE: WCN) (“Waste Connections” or the “Company”) announced today that it has priced an underwritten public offering in the U.S. and by way of private placement in each of the provinces of Canada (the “Offering”) of (i) C$300 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.200% Senior Notes due 2033 (the “2033 Notes”) at a price to the public of 99.838% of their face value, and (ii) C$400 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.550% Senior Notes due 2036 at a price to the public of 99.611% of their face value (together with the 2033 Notes, the “Notes”). The Offering is expected to close on August 4, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Net proceeds to Waste Connections from the Offering are expected to be approximately C$691.9 million, after deducting underwriting fees and estimated Offering expenses, and are expected to be used, together with cash on hand, to repay a portion of the Canadian dollar-denominated borrowings outstanding under its revolving credit facility provided under its credit agreement.

Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com), a nationally recognized securities litigation law firm, informs investors that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed against Primoris Services Corporation (Primoris) (NYSE: PRIM) on behalf of those who purchased or acquired Primoris common stock between August 5, 2025 and June 22, 2026, inclusive. The lawsuit is filed in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas and is captioned Boston Retirement System v. Primoris Services Corporation, No. 3:26-cv-02416 (N.D. Tex.). Investors have until September 21, 2026, to file for lead plaintiff status.

Better Home & Finance Holding Company (NASDAQ: BETR; BETRW) (“Better” or the “Company”) today announced that the Company will issue its second quarter 2026 results before market open on Monday, August 10, 2026. Leadership will host a conference call and webcast to discuss results at 4:30 p.m. ET. A press release detailing the Company’s results will be issued prior to the call.

Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of securities of Wix.com Ltd. (NASDAQ; WIX) between February 19, 2025 and May 12, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). Wix operates a cloud-based web development platform.

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation (“PROCEPT” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PRCT) securities between February 28, 2024 and February 25, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). PROCEPT investors have until September 22, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces an investigation of Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (“Capricor” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CAPR) on behalf of investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of federal securities laws.

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) (the "Company") today announced that it has reached an agreement for a comprehensive resolution of the remaining talc litigation with the plaintiff firms leading the federal Multi-District Litigation (MDL) and related state court proceedings, conditioned on, among other things, the express participation of at least 95% of the remaining claims. The proposed resolution follows a favorable ruling by the MDL court, and acknowledgment by plaintiffs’ counsel, regarding plaintiffs’ inability to prove that the Company’s talc products caused any particular claimant’s ovarian cancer (“specific causation”).

Future Partners, a travel and tourism research and insights firm, today announced the official launch of FPAI, a groundbreaking artificial intelligence platform to serve as the travel industry’s on-demand insights agent, powered by Future Partners’ proprietary research intelligence.

Carter’s, Inc. (NYSE:CRI), North America’s largest and most-enduring apparel company exclusively for babies and young children, will report its second quarter fiscal 2026 results before the market opens on Friday, July 31, 2026.

Coforge Limited (NSE: COFORGE), a global AI-native engineering services leader, today announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.

Four Corners Property Trust (NYSE:FCPT), a real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the ownership and acquisition of high-quality, net-leased restaurant and retail properties (“FCPT” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of a D&W Fresh Market property for $6.9 million. D&W Fresh Market is a regional grocery banner with 10 locations in Western Michigan operated by C&S Wholesale Grocers, a leading U.S. grocery wholesaler. The property is located in a highly trafficked corridor in Michigan and is corporate-operated under a long-term net lease. The transaction was priced at a cap rate in range with previous FCPT transactions.

California small businesses can now apply for a new round of California Paid Family Leave (PFL) grants, with funding of up to $2,000 per employee.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces an investigation of Pathward Financial, Inc. (“Pathward” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CASH) on behalf of investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of federal securities laws.

Kaskela Law is investigating the fairness of the proposed Distribution Solutions Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: DSGR) (“DSG”) shareholder buyout to determine whether DSG shareholders may be able to obtain a higher price for their shares.

Kaskela Law LLC announces that it has launched an investigation on behalf of Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: PAG) (“Penske Automotive”) stockholders.

Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of common stock of PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation (NASDAQ: PRCT) between February 28, 2024 and February 25, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). PROCEPT is a medical technology company.

Blue Paladin, a managed IT and cybersecurity provider based in Las Vegas and serving clients nationwide, announced a new all-inclusive managed services agreement that covers unlimited project labor and project fees within its flat monthly rate. Clients receive project work as part of that rate, replacing the per-project invoices most businesses expect from their IT provider.

Kaskela Law is investigating the fairness of the proposed Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) (“Utz”) shareholder buyout to determine whether Utz shareholders may be able to obtain a higher price for their shares.

FirstSun Capital Bancorp (“FirstSun”) (NASDAQ: FSUN) reported net loss of $(22.9) million for the second quarter of 2026 compared to net income of $26.4 million for the second quarter of 2025. Earnings per diluted share were $(0.49) for the second quarter of 2026 compared to $0.93 for the second quarter of 2025. Adjusted net income, a non-GAAP financial measure, was $21.0 million or $0.45 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2026 compared to $26.6 million or $0.94 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2025.

Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) and Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) today enhanced their merger application by offering customer protections that go beyond those provided in any prior rail merger. The new commitments are provided with the supplemental information requested by the Surface Transportation Board (STB) when it accepted the companies’ merger application as complete on May 28, 2026.

The board of directors of Pinnacle Financial Partners, Inc. (NYSE: PNFP) approved the following dividends for holders of common and preferred stock:

AptarGroup, Inc. (NYSE: ATR), a global leader in drug delivery, dosing and protection technologies, and consumer product dispensing, today announced that it has been named one of the World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2026 by TIME for the third consecutive year. Aptar is ranked 261 out of 750 global companies evaluated by TIME and its partner Statista.

Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the sale of Luxfer Holdings PLC (NYSE: LXFR) to affiliates of Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. for $17.37 per ordinary share in cash.

Link Logistics (“Link” or the “Company”), a leading operator of last-mile industrial real estate and warehouse properties, today announced the addition of a two-building industrial portfolio totaling 352,396 square feet in Texas' Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin metropolitan areas.

Ranger Energy Services, Inc. (NYSE: RNGR) (“Ranger” or the “Company”) today reported its financial and operational results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.

Alphatec Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATEC), a provider of innovative solutions dedicated to revolutionizing the approach to spine surgery, announced today that management will participate in the following investor conference(s):

Arcus Biosciences, Inc. (NYSE:RCUS), a clinical-stage, global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing differentiated molecules and combination therapies for people with cancer and inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, today announced that the Compensation Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors granted three new employees options to purchase a total of 12,600 shares of the Company’s common stock at an exercise price per share of $29.73, which was the closing price on July 23, 2026, and restricted stock units to acquire a total of 6,300 shares of the Company’s common stock. The equity awards were granted pursuant to the Company’s 2020 Inducement Plan, which was approved by the Company’s Board of Directors in January 2020 pursuant to the “inducement exception” under NYSE Listed Company Manual Rule 303A.08.

Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) will report its second quarter 2026 operating update and financial results after market close on Monday, August 10, 2026. Archer will host a live webcast to discuss its results at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading energy infrastructure company delivering integrated solutions to create reliable power and modernize infrastructure, today announced the appointment of Brian Cox to its Board of Directors.

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited ("Butterfield" or the "Bank") (BSX: NTB.BH; NYSE: NTB) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.

SITE Centers Corp. (NYSE: SITC) announced today the sale of Meadowmont Market (Chapel Hill, NC) for approximately $11.0 million. Net proceeds after adjustments for certain prorations, allocations and other closing adjustments was approximately $10.7 million.

KBRA assigns a long-term rating of AA to the County of Erie, NY General Obligation Bonds, consisting of Public Improvement Serial Bonds, Series 2026A and Refunding Serial Bonds, Series 2026 B. Concurrently, KBRA affirms the long-term rating of AA on outstanding General Obligation Bonds of the County. The Outlook on all obligations is Stable.

COPT Defense Properties (“COPT Defense” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CDP) announced results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.

UDR, Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: UDR), announced today its second quarter 2026 results. Net Income, Funds from Operations (“FFO”), and FFO as Adjusted (“FFOA”) per diluted share for the quarter and year-to-date periods ended June 30, 2026, are detailed below.

Valmont® Industries, Inc. (NYSE: VMI), a global leader that provides products and solutions to support vital infrastructure and advance agricultural productivity, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.77 per share payable on October 15, 2026, to shareholders of record on September 25, 2026. The dividend indicates an annual rate of $3.08 per share.

Energy Transfer LP (NYSE: ET) today announced an increase in its quarterly cash distribution to $0.34 per Energy Transfer common unit ($1.36 on an annualized basis) for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.

Orion S.A. (NYSE: OEC), a global specialty chemicals company, today announced participation in the upcoming Mizuho Industrial & Chemicals Conference in New York, on August 12, 2026. Attending the event on behalf of Orion will be CEO Corning Painter and Vice President of Investor Relations Chris Kapsch.

The Board of Directors of Turning Point Brands, Inc. (“TPB”) (NYSE: TPB), a manufacturer, marketer and distributor of branded consumer products including alternative smoking accessories and consumables with active ingredients, declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.08 per common share. The dividend is payable on October 9, 2026 to shareholders of record on the close of business on September 18, 2026.

Liberty Latin America Ltd. (“Liberty Latin America” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LILA and LILAK, OTC Link: LILAB) today announced plans to release its second quarter 2026 results on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 after NASDAQ market close. You are invited to participate in its investor call, which will begin the following day at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time). During the call, management will discuss the Company’s results and business, and may provide other forward-looking information.

German American Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: GABC) (German American or the “Company”) announced record earnings for the three months ended June 30, 2026. The Company also announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per share, which will be payable on August 20, 2026 to shareholders of record as of August 10, 2026.

Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) (“Element Solutions” or the “Company”), a global and diversified specialty chemicals technology company, today announced its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026.

Ameris Bank is pleased to welcome seasoned banking executive Carl Insel as leader of its Atlanta market. Insel has more than 35 years of financial services experience and deep relationships in the Atlanta market.

Cannae Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNNE) (“Cannae” or the “Company”) today announced that the Company will release its Second Quarter 2026 financial results after the market close on Monday, August 10, 2026. The Company will also hold a conference call to discuss its financial results at 5:00 pm (Eastern Time) on the same day.

Hess Midstream LP (NYSE: HESM) (“Hess Midstream”), today announced that the Board of Directors of its general partner declared a quarterly cash distribution of $0.7888 per Class A share for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, an increase of $0.0096 per Class A share as compared with the first quarter of 2026.

Net Power Inc. (NYSE: NPWR) plans to report its second quarter 2026 financial results and provide a business update after market close on Thursday, August 13, 2026, and will host a conference call on Friday, August 14, 2026 beginning at 8:30 AM ET.

W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) today announced the appointment of Daniel R. Westcott as executive vice president. Robert R. Coyne, Jr. will succeed Mr. Westcott as president of Berkley Re America. In addition, Robert C. Hewitt, executive vice president of the Company, has been named chairman of Berkley Re. The appointments are effective immediately.

Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG) announced results for second quarter 2026.

Sunoco LP (NYSE: SUN) (“SUN” or the “Partnership”) and SunocoCorp LLC (NYSE: SUNC) (“SUNC”) announced a quarterly distribution of $1.0023 per common unit, or $4.0092 on an annualized basis, for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. This represents an increase of approximately 1.25%, or $0.0124 per common unit, as compared to the quarter ended March 31, 2026.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.’s (NASDAQ: JBHT) Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Finance Brad Delco and Senior Vice President of Pricing for Intermodal Stacey Griffin will address the Deutsche Bank Industrials Summit in Chicago, Illinois, at 2:00 p.m. CDT on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.

Attain Finance (“Attain” or the “Company”) today announced the appointment of Rick Huff as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this role, Rick will oversee the company’s technology strategy, drive product innovation and lead engineering teams as the organization expands its digital capabilities.

Today, Lyft (Nasdaq: LYFT) announced that Ben Minicucci has joined Lyft's Board of Directors, effective July 23, 2026. Minicucci is CEO and President of Alaska Air Group. He is the most recent director to join the Board, bringing public company, operating, and international experience as the company scales its ambitions, following the addition of AV safety and policy expert Deborah Hersman, who joined earlier this year.

Repay Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: RPAY) (“REPAY” or the “Company”), a leading provider of bill payment solutions, today announced that the Company will host a conference call to discuss second quarter 2026 financial results on Monday, August 10, 2026 at 5:00pm ET. A press release with second quarter 2026 financial results will be issued after the market closes that same day.

Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) (“Kilroy” or the “Company”) today reported financial and operational results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026.

Agilysys, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGYS), a leading global provider of hospitality software solutions and services, today reported results for its fiscal 2027 first quarter ending June 30, 2026.

F5, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIV), the global leader in delivering and securing every app and API, today announced financial results for its third quarter fiscal year 2026 ended June 30, 2026.

Accendra Health today announced key leadership appointments in Information Technology and Procurement, reinforcing our commitment to building a stronger operational foundation and positioning the company for long-term growth. These appointments reflect a deliberate shift to better align strategy and execution as we continue our evolution as a pure play home-based care organization dedicated to advancing healthcare in the home and beyond.

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (“AST SpaceMobile”) (NASDAQ: ASTS), the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones, designed for both commercial and government applications, today announced it will hold a quarterly business update conference call on Monday, August 10 at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time).