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AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) welcomed the African Union’s focus on debt sustainability at this week’s Specialized Technical Committees session in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, while urging African leaders to continue pushing for structural reforms to a global debt system that prevents developing countries from investing in healthcare, education, and other basic human needs. The Abidjan talks build on the Common African Position on Debt adopted by African Heads of State in February.

Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, the former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until July 27, 2026 to file lead plaintiff applications in securities class action lawsuits against AeroVironment, Inc. (“AeroVironment” or the “Company”) (NasdaqGS: AVAV), if they purchased the Company’s securities between 4:30 PM on June 24, 2025 and June 18, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). These actions are pending in the United States District Courts for the Eastern District of Virginia and District of Delaware.

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

NYSE today reported short interest as of the close of business on the settlement date of July 15, 2026.

The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against EquipmentShare.com Inc. (“EquipmentShare” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: EQPT) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”), announces that KSF continues its investigation into Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. (NYSE: INSP).

Walmart and the Walmart Foundation are supporting communities across West Virginia following the severe flooding that has devastated neighborhoods, damaged homes and businesses, and disrupted the lives of families across the region. The response includes a $500,000 commitment from Walmart and the Walmart Foundation, along with on-the-ground relief efforts helping communities address immediate needs, cleanup efforts and relief.

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 21, 2026 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. ("Cogent" or the "Company") (NasdaqGS: CCOI), if they purchased the Company’s shares between February 29, 2024 and May 1, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia.

This summer, one of the world’s largest sporting events brought millions of fans, international travelers and extraordinary network demand to communities across the United States.

Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”), announces that KSF has commenced an investigation into Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (NasdaqGS: MPWR) (“Monolithic” or the “Company”).

The Fundrise Innovation Fund (NYSE: VCX) today announced that the expiration date of the Fund's post-listing share lockup will be adjusted forward by one month, from September 14th, 2026, to August 13th, 2026, which will result in previously locked-up shares being eligible to begin trading on August 14th, 2026.

Following a successful national kickoff in Missouri and Iowa, Pivot Bio's Year of One Million Thanks Buddy Seat Tour is heading to the Great Plains region for a week of conversations celebrating the people, partnerships and innovations driving the future of agriculture. The tour, spanning more than 1,500 miles across America, brings together farmers, researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers and industry innovators with Pivot Bio leaders to elevate farmer voices and encourage greater investment in one of America's most important industries.

Surf Air Mobility Inc. (NYSE: SRFM) (“Surf Air Mobility”), a leading air mobility platform, today announced that on July 24, 2026, it received notice from the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) that it is not in compliance with Section 802.01C of the NYSE Listed Company Manual because the average closing price of Surf Air Mobility’s Common Stock was less than $1.00 over a consecutive 30 trading-day period.

After a year of coast-to-coast courtroom victories on behalf of individuals and families harmed by asbestos exposure, Dean Omar Branham Shirley LLP (DOBS) has been named the 2026 Products Liability winner in the National Law Journal's Elite Trial Lawyers program.

Biointron Biological USA Inc. ("Biointron"), a leading contract research organization for antibody discovery, expression, and optimization, has launched RushData. RushData is an integrated service platform designed to support the growing demands of AI- and machine learning-driven antibody discovery for global pharma and biotech organizations.

Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, today unveiled My Little Pony: Forever Friendship, a brand-new YouTube animated series introducing the next generation of pony adventures premiering on YouTube in early 2027.

KBRA is pleased to announce the assignment of preliminary ratings to eight classes of ARCREN 2026-FL2, a managed CRE CLO securitization with the ability to reinvest principal proceeds for 30 months.

The New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”, the “Exchange”) announced today that the staff of NYSE Regulation has determined to commence proceedings to delist the warrants (“Warrants”) — ticker symbol VLNW — each warrant to purchase one-half of one ordinary share of Valens Semiconductor Ltd. (the “Company”) from the NYSE. Trading in these Warrants on the NYSE will be suspended immediately. Trading in the Company’s ordinary shares— ticker symbol VLN — will continue on the NYSE.

Ellington Financial Inc. (NYSE: EFC) (the "Company") today announced that it will release financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 after market close on Thursday, August 6, 2026. The Company will host a conference call to discuss its financial results at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, August 7, 2026. To participate in the event by telephone, please dial (800) 343-4136 at least 10 minutes prior to the start time and reference the conference code EFCQ226. International callers should dial (203) 518-9843 and reference the same code. The conference call also will be webcast live and can be accessed via the "For Investors" section of the Company's website at www.ellingtonfinancial.com. To listen to the live webcast, please visit www.ellingtonfinancial.com at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the call to register, download, and install necessary audio software.

Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP is investigating Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR) to determine whether certain Pentair plc officers and directors violated securities laws and breached fiduciary duties to shareholders. Pentair plc provides various water solutions in the United States, Western Europe, China, Latin America, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, and Canada.

Chegg, Inc. (“Chegg” or the “Company”) (NYSE:CHGG), a global learning and workforce skilling company, today announced that on July 24, 2026, the Company was notified by the New York Stock Exchange (the “NYSE”) that it is not in compliance with Section 802.01C of the NYSE Listed Company Manual because the average closing share price of the Company’s common stock was less than $1.00 over a consecutive 30 trading-day period ending on July 23, 2026. This notice is separate and distinct from the NYSE notice received by the Company in December 2025 regarding minimum share price requirement compliance, which the Company subsequently cured to regain compliance at the end of May 2026.

IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), the world’s leading quantum platform company, today announced that the company will release its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, after the financial markets close.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSE: HTGC) (“Hercules,” “Hercules Capital,” or the “Company”), today announced that it has closed an underwritten public offering of $325.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 6.300% notes due July 2031 (the “Notes”).

RB Global, Inc. (NYSE and TSX: RBA) announces that on July 21, 2026 its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.33 per common share, payable on September 17, 2026 to shareholders of record on August 25, 2026. This dividend is considered an eligible dividend for Canadian income tax purposes.

Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq: BRKR) today announced it will report second quarter 2026 financial results before market opening on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The Company will host a conference call and webcast at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time to discuss the results and current business trends.

Upwards, a national child care benefits platform, has been selected by United Way of North Central Massachusetts as the technology and child care payment partner for a new shared-funding child care program serving employees of Heywood Healthcare. The program is funded through the Commonwealth's Employer Child Care Innovation Fund (ECCIF), part of the Healey-Driscoll Administration's nearly $2 million investment to expand employer-supported child care across Massachusetts, and is described by project leaders as the first of its kind in Massachusetts.

Salesforce (NYSE: CRM), the #1 AI CRM, today announced it has granted equity awards under its 2014 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan (the "Plan") to new employees who joined Salesforce in connection with the acquisition of Qualified and MeshMesh. The Plan was adopted by the Salesforce Board of Directors in July 2014, in accordance with New York Stock Exchange Rule 303A.08.

Accessibility remains a core component of Amtrak’s mission to provide safe, reliable and welcoming transportation for all travelers. As the nation marks the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, Amtrak is highlighting significant progress in making rail travel more accessible and inclusive across its national network.

AM Best has commented that the Credit Ratings (ratings) of Horace Mann Educators Corporation (headquartered in Springfield, IL) and its subsidiaries remain unchanged following the announcement of its transaction with Medical Mutual of Ohio to acquire Employee Services, LLC (ESI) and Reserve National Insurance Company (RNIC). Additionally, Horace Mann will reinsure MedMutual Life Insurance Company’s group life and disability business, while Medical Mutual of Ohio retains the legal insurance entity.

Freebirds World Burrito is inviting guests to help local students head back to class fully stocked and ready to learn through its annual Back-to-School Supply Drive, taking place at all Freebirds restaurants now through Friday, August 7.

AM Best has assigned a Long-Term Issue Credit Rating of “a+” (Excellent) to $750 million 4.95% senior unsecured notes, due July 2031, issued by the Travelers Companies, Inc. (Travelers) (headquartered in New York, NY). The outlook assigned to this Credit Rating (rating) is stable. The net proceeds of the issuance are expected to be used for general corporate purposes.

Twenty West Media, a results-driven digital marketing agency serving businesses across North America, has been named an Official Media Partner of the Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference (AF&B Show) — the premier B2B trade event for the global food and beverage industry. The partnership coincides with the show's 30th Anniversary edition, taking place September 14–16, 2026, at the Miami Beach Convention Center, presented by the World Trade Center Miami.

ZoomInfo (NASDAQ: GTM), the all-in-one AI GTM platform, has reported that Phoenix Children's Foundation, the fundraising arm of one of the most acclaimed pediatric hospitals in the world, halved its average prospecting time and won net-new donations from brand-new partners within two quarters of adopting ZoomInfo, according to the foundation.

The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (“Cogent” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: CCOI) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against EquipmentShare.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:EQPT) and certain of the company’s senior executives for securities law violations after significant stock drops resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws.

With summer BBQ season in full swing, the famous Juicy Lucy is landing in more retailer freezers bringing the cheese-filled favorite to more burger lovers. This famous one-of-a-kind burger got its start in Minneapolis bars back in the 1950s, but LA-based Juicy Lucy, Inc felt the entire nation deserved to indulge in this Midwestern treasure. In 2025, it began introducing the frozen cheese-stuffed hamburger patties at select Target stores in the Upper Midwest. In Spring 2026, the company expanded its distribution arriving at Target stores in Arizona, California, and Utah, and debuting in Harris Teeter stores in North Carolina and South Carolina and other East Coast markets.

ACA Group (ACA), a leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) solutions provider in financial services, today announced it has been named to CNBC's World's Top Fintech Companies 2026 list. ACA is among a select group of companies recognized in the regulatory technology (RegTech) category, which was introduced, for the first time, in this year's edition of the list.

Built Different Trial Academy, an initiative of the Impossible Case Institute and Trial School, brings together the country's most accomplished trial lawyers and a select group of practicing attorneys and law student scholars for an intensive trial advocacy program.

More than 12,000 guests experienced the new Freeman Arts Pavilion during its opening week, helping launch the 2026 season and celebrating the debut of the reimagined outdoor venue that will continue welcoming audiences through October.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against EquipmentShare.com Inc. (“EquipmentShare” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EQPT) and reminds investors of the September 21, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company.

Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the merger of Neuphoria Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: NEUP) and Scancell Holdings plc. Upon closing of the proposed transaction, Neuphoria shareholders will own 14.5% of the combined company.

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith reminds investors of the upcoming September 21, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the case filed on behalf of investors who purchased Primoris Services Corporation (“Primoris” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PRIM) common stock between August 5, 2025 and June 22, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CCOI) and certain of the company’s senior executives for securities fraud after significant stock drops resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors of the upcoming July 27, 2026 deadline to participate as a lead plaintiff in the securities fraud class action lawsuit filed on behalf of investors who acquired AeroVironment, Inc. (“AeroVironment” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) securities between June 25, 2025 and June 18, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

The 2026 Homeless Count released today by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority shows a 3.4 percent increase in homelessness, (compared to 1.2 percent in other areas of LA County), with unsheltered homelessness up 7.9 percent, documenting 45,194 people homeless in the City of Los Angeles.

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of the upcoming September 14, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Planet Fitness, Inc. (“Planet Fitness” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PLNT) common stock between November 6, 2025 and May 6, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of the upcoming September 14, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired GPGI, Inc. (“GPGI” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GPGI) Class A common stock between November 3, 2025 and May 6, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

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Gustin Law Firm has been voted the Houston Chronicle’s 2026 “Best of the Best” Personal Injury Law Firm, following a reader poll that drew more than 500,000 votes across the Houston area. Founded in 2022, the Houston-based civil litigation firm was selected for the No. 1 spot in the personal injury category from among more than 1,000 personal injury attorneys and law firms in the region, according to the firm. The recognition places Gustin Law Firm at the top of a crowded field in one of the city’s most competitive legal practice areas.

The Central and Eastern Europe Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CEE), The European Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: EEA), and The New Germany Fund, Inc. (NYSE: GF) (each, a “Fund,” and collectively, the “Funds”) each announced today that its Board of Directors has approved an extension of the current repurchase authorization permitting open market share repurchase program for an additional twelve-month period. Each Fund may continue to purchase outstanding shares of its common stock in open-market transactions over the twelve-month period from August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027 when the Fund’s shares trade at a discount to net asset value (“NAV”) and such purchases are deemed to be in the best interests of the Fund. The amount and timing of the repurchases will be at the discretion of DWS Investment Management Americas, Inc., the Funds’ administrator, and subject to market conditions and investment considerations. Purchases will be made at prices that will be accretive to each Fund’s NAV.

Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the merger of Mobix Labs, Inc. (NASDAQ: MOBX) and Vision Aerial, Inc.

EvoEndo®, Inc. (EvoEndo) today announced that practitioners have now completed more than 3,000 sedation-free transnasal endoscopy (TNE) procedures using the EvoEndo Endoscopy System, as implementation expands to more than 70 locations nationwide.

Revenue Management Solutions (RMS), a leading provider of healthcare remittance and revenue cycle automation solutions, announced the appointment of Patrick Nordqvist as Chief Technology Officer.

Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of PBCO Financial Corporation (OTC: PBCO) to Northrim BanCorp, Inc. (NasdaqGS: NRIM). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of PBCO will receive 1.160 shares of Northrim common stock for each share of PBCO that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.

Trecora, a leading North American producer of high purity materials will implement a $0.07/lb. product surcharge on all TRECOR™ grades effective August 1, 2026, or as contracts permit. The surcharge is necessary to ensure supply reliability given ongoing input cost increases and global market conditions.

Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of BioLife Solutions, Inc. (NasdaqCM: BLFS) to Repligen Corporation (NasdaqGS: RGEN). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of BioLife will receive $11.25 in cash and 0.1442 shares of Repligen common stock for each share of BioLife that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.

The YouTube teen comedy “The Normal MFer,” from CC0 Studios, Lawl (aka Joe McNaney), Alex Orrelle (“Space Jam: A New Legacy”), and The Hive Studio, posted major audience growth throughout its first season, including a 619% increase in organic reach (944,000), 1,804% increase in watch time (31,000 hours) and a 330% increase in new viewers (890,000) across its ten-episode first season.

Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Finward Bancorp (NasdaqCM: FNWD) to First Financial Bancorp. (NasdaqGS: FFBC). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Finward will receive 1.35 shares of First Financial for each share of Finward that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.

Geospace Technologies (NASDAQ: GEOS) today announced that it will release third quarter 2026 financial results on Thursday, August 6, 2026 after the market closes. In conjunction with the release, Geospace has scheduled a conference call for Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (9:00 a.m. Central).

Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Rodd Roofing to Royalty Roofing, a portfolio company of Six Pillars Partners. The acquisition closed June 30, 2026.

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, continues its investigation on behalf of Alphabet Inc. (“Alphabet” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GOOG) investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of the federal securities laws.

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, today announced that it has commenced an investigation on behalf of Microvast Holdings, Inc. (“Microvast” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: MVST) investors concerning the Company’s possible violations of the federal securities laws.

Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Trusted Family Foundation, LLC to Faithful Family Foundation, LLC. The acquisition closed July 9, 2026.

Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of securities of Microvast Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MVST) between April 1, 2025 and March 16, 2026. Microvast describes itself as a company that “purports to design, develop, and manufacture “advanced specialized battery technologies”, primarily for use in electric commercial vehicles and energy storage systems (“ESS”).”

ZoomInfo (NASDAQ: GTM), the all-in-one AI GTM platform, has reported that Xactly, a sales performance management and revenue intelligence software company, rebuilt its account scoring on ZoomInfo data and now traces the large majority of its pipeline and wins to its top-scored accounts, according to the company. In the first quarter after the new model went live, 77% of Xactly's marketing-qualified leads came from accounts it scored A or B.

ZoomInfo (NASDAQ: GTM), the all-in-one AI GTM platform, has reported that PayIt, a platform that modernizes payments between governments and residents, reduced the size of its marketing and sales database by about one-third and saved tens of thousands of dollars in the process, according to the company.

Southern California Edison today announced that more than 12,000 participants have sought compensation directly through its Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program.

World Foundation announced it raised an initial $52.5 million in new funding via a 1-year locked token sale to strategic investors.

The journey of the Amerigo Vespucci World Tour – North America Campaign 2026 continues in Canada. The Italian Navy's Training Ship has just arrived in the province of Québec. It will stay in Québec City till July 27th and in Montreal from July 29th to August 3rd, continuing to showcase to the world the beauty, identity, cultural exchange, and culture of Italy and the Italian people. Over 1.5 million Canadians of Italian origin and about 160,000 Italian citizens live in Canada (28% of whom reside within the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of Italy in Montreal). This presence makes the Canadian leg of the Amerigo Vespucci World Tour – North America Campaign 2026 even more significant.

Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action on behalf of purchasers of EquipmentShare.com Inc (NASDAQ: EQPT): (i) Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus (collectively, the “Registration Statement”) in connection with EquipmentShare’s January 2026 initial public offering (“IPO”); and/or (ii) securities between January 23, 2026 and June 23, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). EquipmentShare operates an integrated cloud-based platform (“T3”) used for equipment rental and managing construction equipment.

SurGenTec®, a medical device company focused on advancing treatment options for orthopedic and spine surgery, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance for its ION-L™ navigation instruments for use with the ION-L™ Lumbar Facet Fixation System. The system is engineered for compatibility with Medtronic's StealthStation™ navigation platform, enabling enhanced precision during posterior lumbar facet fusion procedures.

The National Law Journal has named Lyons & Simmons the recipient of a 2026 Elite Trial Lawyers Award in the Catastrophic Injury category, recognizing the firm's outstanding trial advocacy and results on behalf of individuals and families whose lives have been permanently changed by catastrophic injuries.

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of EquipmentShare.com Inc. (“EquipmentShare” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: EQPT) investors who purchased: (a) Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the Company’s January, 2026 initial public offering (“IPO”); and/or (b) securities between January 23, 2026 and June 23, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). EquipmentShare investors have until September 21, 2026 to file a lead plaintiff motion.

Information Services Group (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm, has launched a research study examining providers of multi public cloud solutions that help enterprises manage distributed cloud environments.

The Board of Directors of ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of twelve cents ($0.12) per share to holders of record of its Common Stock, $0.01 par value, on August 7, 2026, payable on August 21, 2026.