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U.S. Solar Panel ‘Recycling’ Is Mostly Landfilling, Offshoring, and Disposal in Disguise, a New White Paper from Sustainable Source Studios Finds
Sustainable Source Studios (S3), an independent sustainability research and strategy practice, today announced the publication of its white paper “SOLAR RECYCLING REALITY — Millions of Old Panels Are Being Replaced. Where Does This Hazardous Waste Actually Go?” — a market survey of U.S. solar panel end-of-life practices. The paper’s central finding: almost none of what the United States calls “solar recycling” is closed-loop recovery. The dominant pathways, the paper concludes, are landfilling, offshoring, and what the author terms “camouflaging” — disposal disguised as recycling.
By Sustainable Source Studios · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
The Estée Lauder Companies Reports Fiscal 2026 Results
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) today reported its financial results for its fiscal year ended June 30, 2026.
By The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
American Express and St Andrews Links Trust Announce Partnership to Grow the Global Reach of the Home of Golf™
American Express today announced it is adding the illustrious St Andrews Links to its sports partnership portfolio. American Express will be the Official Payments Partner of one of the world’s most prestigious golf destinations. With American Express’ large international presence, the partnership will help to make St Andrews accessible to more golfers and Card Members from around the world. This partnership builds on the breadth of American Express’ global sports partnerships, ranging from the NFL and F1® to Wimbledon and the US Open to stadiums and arenas around the world.
By American Express · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Tactical Resources Confirms Effectiveness of Share Consolidation; Will Trade on Nasdaq Under Ticker Symbol “TREO” on August 20, 2026
Tactical Resources Corp. (“Tactical” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: TREO) today confirmed that the four (4)-for-one (1) consolidation (the “Consolidation”) of its common shares (“Common Shares”), previously announced in connection with the completion of the Company’s business combination with Plum Acquisition Corp. III (the “Business Combination”), has become effective and that Common Shares will trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market on Thursday, August 20, 2026, under the ticker symbol “TREO.”
By Tactical Resources Corp. · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Hercules Capital Receives a BBB+ Affirmed Investment Grade Corporate and Credit Rating from Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Inc.
Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSE: HTGC) (“Hercules,” “Hercules Capital,” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced that Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Inc. (“KBRA”) has affirmed Hercules’ investment grade corporate and credit rating of BBB+. KBRA issued a statement announcing the affirmation of the rating and stable outlook, as well as its underlying analysis.
By Hercules Capital, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Vantor Appoints Will Cocos to Lead U.S. Government Business
Vantor, the leader in unified spatial intelligence, announced today that Will Cocos has been appointed Executive Vice President and General Manager of its U.S. Government business. Cocos will lead Vantor’s work across the U.S. defense, intelligence and civil government communities, with a focus on accelerating the delivery of mission-ready capabilities to warfighters and other operators.
By Vantor · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Corus International Marks World Humanitarian Day with Poverty-Ending Innovation and Impact
Corus International — an international non-governmental organization serving nearly 50 countries across six continents — is marking World Humanitarian Day by spotlighting the sustainable development programs, public health aid and disaster assistance it is spearheading in 2026.
By Corus International · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Dunkin’® and Alix Earle Unveil Alix’s Earle-Y Riser Meal, Headlining a New Fall Menu of Pumpkin Favorites and Tiramisu Sips
As summer winds down and routines ramp back up, Dunkin’ is welcoming fall with its seasonal menu lineup and partnering with Alix Earle – the internet’s favorite multitasker – to launch Alix’s Earle-Y Riser Meal, a breakfast inspired by the creator who somehow does it all.
By Dunkin' · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Brinqa Acquires PlexTrac to Close CTEM Loop; Becomes Largest Standalone Unified Exposure Management Vendor
Brinqa, the leader in exposure management for enterprise security teams, today announced it has acquired PlexTrac, the trusted platform for offensive security validation, workflow, and reporting. The acquisition adds the ability to verify that remediation has actually worked, uniquely positioning Brinqa to identify and prioritize the exposures that matter most, drive remediation, and prove the fix held, closing the CTEM loop. The acquisition also makes Brinqa the largest standalone vendor in Unified Exposure Management, with over 3,000 customers across 57 countries, including more than 25% of the Fortune 500.
By Brinqa · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Ridgeview Partners Announces Recommended Acquisition of Pinewood Technologies Group plc
Ridgeview Partners LLC (“Ridgeview”), a growth-oriented technology private equity firm, today announced that U.K. Piston Bidco Limited ("Bidco"), a newly-formed company indirectly owned by entities administered by Ridgeview, has reached an agreement with the board of directors of Pinewood Technologies Group plc (“Pinewood.AI” or the “Company”), the leading cloud-based, AI-first, full-service technology provider to automotive retailers and OEMs, on the terms of a recommended acquisition of the entire issued and to be issued share capital of Pinewood.AI (the “Acquisition”).
By Ridgeview Partners LLC · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Amentum to Support Critical Infrastructure and Platforms Under New Engineering Services Framework
Amentum (NYSE: AMTM) has joined a five-year Babcock International Group Engineering Services Framework to support nuclear, marine, land, aviation and mission systems for the UK Armed Forces at home and abroad.
By Amentum · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
SAP strengthens its cloud infrastructure in Germany with BSI-approved Layer 1 encryption from Adva Network Security
Adva Network Security, an Adtran company, today announced that SAP is harnessing its Layer 1 encryption technology to secure connectivity between its data centers in Walldorf and St. Leon-Rot, Germany. The solution secures data directly at the optical transmission layer and is approved by the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) for information classified up to “Verschlusssache – Nur für den Dienstgebrauch” (VS-NfD) – “For Official Use Only.” By strengthening the protection of data in transit, SAP is enhancing the security architecture of its German data centers and supporting customers in the public sector, regulated industries and critical infrastructure that require compliant, controlled processing of sensitive data in Germany, particularly where strict confidentiality, regulatory traceability and operational security are essential.
By Adva Network Security GmbH · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
Qatar to Showcase Its Gaming Ambitions at Gamescom 2026
Invest Qatar, the country’s Investment Promotion Agency, and Media City Qatar will participate at Gamescom 2026 through the “Qatar Pavilion”, highlighting Qatar’s growing role as a regional hub for game development, digital content and esports.
By Invest Qatar · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
KILL NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS and Chile’s State-owned Copper Company CODELCO Launch a Study and Proof of Concept Aimed at Improving the Efficiency of Remote Copper Mine Operations Using IOWN® APN
NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, INC requests that their press release NewsItemId: 20260806845222 issued August 6, 2026 “NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS and Chile’s State-owned Copper Company CODELCO Launch a Study and Proof of Concept Aimed at Improving the Efficiency of Remote Copper Mine Operations Using IOWN® APN” be killed.
Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
e.l.f. Cosmetics Answers Community Demand with the Return of Pickle-Inspired Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balms
e.l.f. Cosmetics, a brand from e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE: ELF), is bringing back the highly demanded pickle-inspired Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm in three limited-edition shades, starting tomorrow. The launch follows the viral success of the original pickle flavored Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm earlier this year, which sold out in 8 minutes and left the community wanting more. With more than 20% of Gen Z saying they are obsessed with pickles*, e.l.f. is tapping a trend and making it a moment for the community, bringing pickle to the people.
By e.l.f. Beauty · Via Business Wire · August 19, 2026
KKR Invests in Indian Ticketing and Live Entertainment Platform BookMyShow
KKR, a leading global investment firm, and BookMyShow (the ‘Company’), one of India’s leading entertainment destinations, today announced the signing of definitive agreements under which funds managed by KKR will acquire a minority stake in the Company. KKR’s investment will support BookMyShow’s next phase of growth as it scales its live entertainment business and deepens its full-stack offering across India.
By KKR · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Hennessy Capital Investment Corp. VII and ONE Nuclear Energy to Host Investor Update Call
Hennessy Capital Investment Corp. VII (NASDAQ: HVII) (“Hennessy VII”), a Nasdaq listed special purpose acquisition company, and ONE Nuclear Energy LLC (“ONE Nuclear”), an independent developer of large-scale energy solutions powered by natural gas and advanced nuclear technologies, today announced that they will host an investor update call on August 20, 2026 at 11 am ET ahead of Hennessy VII's extraordinary general meeting of shareholders (the “Shareholder Meeting”) on August 24, 2026 and the August 20, 2026 redemption deadline.
By ONE Nuclear Energy LLC · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Alliance Laundry Announces Pricing of Upsized Public Offering of Common Stock by Selling Stockholder
Alliance Laundry Systems (NYSE: ALH) (“Alliance Laundry” or the “Company”), the global leader in commercial laundry equipment, today announced the pricing of its upsized underwritten public offering (the “Offering”) of 22,550,000 shares of its common stock by its principal stockholder, BDT Capital Partners, LLC and its affiliated investment funds (collectively, the “selling stockholder”) at an offering price of $23.50 per share. The selling stockholder, an affiliate of BDT & MSD Partners, has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 3,382,500 shares of the Company’s common stock. Alliance Laundry will not sell any shares of its common stock in the Offering and will not receive any proceeds from the sale of the shares of its common stock being offered by the selling stockholder.
By Alliance Laundry Systems · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Geospace Supports Faraday’s Rapid Seismic Fleet Expansion With 4,000-Node Pioneer Order
Geospace Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: GEOS) today announced the delivery of 4,000 Pioneer land seismic acquisition nodes to Faraday Geophysics, an integrated geophysical services and technology company operating across the Americas.
Faraday Future Supports AIxC’s Full Strategic Pivot to Physical AI and Robot-Sharing and Rental Operations; RoboShare Completes Its First Paid Commercial Order, With an Initial Fleet of More Than 80 Robots in Place
Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) (“Faraday Future,” “FF,” or the “Company”), a California-based global Embodied AI (EAI) ecosystem company, today announced its support for an orderly exit by AIxC Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AIXC) (“AIxC”), of which FF is the majority and controlling shareholder, from its digital asset treasury strategy. AIxC intends to focus on Physical AI and robot sharing and rental, operations, and commercialization.
Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy Announces Bank of America Must Face Trial in California Pandemic Unemployment Benefits Litigation
Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy announces today, August 18, 2026, that Judge Gonzalo P. Curiel of the U.S. District Court in San Diego issued a 105-page order denying Bank of America’s motion for summary judgment in this long-running Multi-District Litigation class action. The lawsuit seeks to hold the Bank accountable for violating state and federal laws for more than 100,000 Californians who received unemployment and disability benefits through Bank-issued prepaid debit cards during the COVID pandemic. The Court’s order clears the way for the case to go to trial, including on plaintiffs’ claims for treble (3x) damages for the Bank’s willful violations of federal statutes and punitive damages for its intentional disregard of class members’ rights.
By Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy LLC · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy Files Lawsuit Against Logitech Over Tariff Refunds Which the Company Has Not Returned to Customers
On August 18, 2026, Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP (“CPM”) filed a class action lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, San Jose Division, against Logitech Inc. (“Logitech”), on behalf of a proposed nationwide class of consumers who purchased Logitech products at prices the company quietly inflated to cover the costs of tariffs, now reimbursed by the federal government.
By Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Robbins LLP Urges CAPR Stockholders to Contact the Firm for Information About the Class Action Against Capricor Therapeutics, Inc.
Robbins LLP informs investors that a securities class action has been filed on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CAPR) securities between December 17, 2025 and July 26, 2026 (the "Class Period").
By Robbins LLP · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
SMPL INVESTOR ALERT: Securities Class Action Filed Against The Simply Good Foods Company – Investors Encouraged to Contact Kirby McInerney LLP
The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who acquired Simply Good Foods Company (“Good Foods” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SMPL) securities during the period of October 24, 2024 through April 8, 2026, inclusive (“the Class Period”). Investors are encouraged to contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by email at investigations@kmllp.com, or fill out the contact form below to discuss your rights or interests in the securities fraud class action lawsuit at no cost.
By Kirby McInerney LLP · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
PODD INVESTOR ALERT: Contact Kirby McInerney LLP About Securities Class Action Lawsuit On Behalf of Insulet Corporation Investors
Kirby McInerney LLP reminds Insulet Corporation (“Insulet” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ : PODD) investors of the August 31, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a pending federal securities class action. Investors are encouraged to contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by email at investigations@kmllp.com, or fill out the contact form below to discuss your rights or interests in the securities fraud class action lawsuit at no cost.
By Kirby McInerney LLP · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
WIX INVESTOR REMINDER: Wix.com Ltd. Investors Have Until September 22, 2026 To Contact Kirby McInerney LLP to Seek Lead Plaintiff Role
If you have suffered a loss on your Wix.com Ltd. (“Wix” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: WIX) investment, contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by email at investigations@kmllp.com, or fill out the contact form below to discuss your rights or interests in the securities fraud class action lawsuit at no cost.
By Kirby McInerney LLP · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
CAPR INVESTOR REMINDER: Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. Investors Have Until September 28, 2026 To Contact Kirby McInerney LLP to Seek Lead Plaintiff Role
If you have suffered a loss on your Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (“Capricor” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CAPR) investment, contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by email at investigations@kmllp.com, or fill out the contact form below to discuss your rights or interests in the securities fraud class action lawsuit at no cost.
By Kirby McInerney LLP · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Oasis Does Not Support a Tender Offer for Kakaku.com Below JPY 3,640 per Share (Stock Code: 2371 JT)
Oasis Management Company Ltd. (“Oasis”) is the manager to funds that beneficially own approximately 19.5% of Kakaku.com, Inc. (“Kakaku” or the “Company”). Oasis has adopted the Japan FSA’s Principles for Responsible Institutional Investors (a/k/a the Japan Stewardship Code) and, in line with those principles, Oasis monitors and engages with its investee companies.
By Oasis Management Company Ltd. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
PNR INVESTOR REMINDER: Pentair plc Investors Have Until October 2, 2026 To Contact Kirby McInerney LLP to Seek Lead Plaintiff Role
If you have suffered a loss on your Pentair plc (“Pentair” or the “Company”) (NYSE: PNR) investment, contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by email at investigations@kmllp.com, or fill out the contact form below to discuss your rights or interests in the securities fraud class action lawsuit at no cost.
By Kirby McInerney LLP · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
New Director Representing the City of Santa Ana Joins Metropolitan Board
Santa Ana Deputy Public Works Director Cesar E. Barrera was seated today as the City of Santa Ana’s new representative on the board of directors of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.
Simply Good Foods Company Securities Fraud Class Action Result of Undisclosed Acquisition Failures and Over 27% Stock Decline - Investors may Contact Lewis Kahn, Esq., at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
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 untilOctober 13, 2026 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Simply Good Foods Company (“Simply Good” or the “Company”) (NasdaqCM: SMPL), if they purchased or otherwise acquired the Company’s shares between October 24, 2024 and April 8, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
By Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Phoenix Energy CEO Adam Ferrari Receives 2026 Young Alumni Achievement Award from University of Illinois
Phoenix Energy has announced that founder and Phoenix Energy CEO Adam Ferrari has been selected to receive the 2026 Young Alumni Achievement Award from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering.
By Phoenix Energy · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
SMPL INVESTOR ALERT: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Files Class Action Lawsuit Against The Simply Good Foods Company and Announces Opportunity for Investors with Substantial Losses to Lead Class Action Lawsuit
The law firm of Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that purchasers of The Simply Good Foods Company (NASDAQ: SMPL) common stock between October 24, 2024 and April 8, 2026 (the “Class Period”), have until October 13, 2026 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff of the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit. Captioned Monroe County Employees’ Retirement System v. The Simply Good Foods Company, No. 1:26-cv-06971 (S.D.N.Y.), the Simply Good Foods class action lawsuit charges Simply Good Foods and certain of Simply Good Foods’ top current and former executive officers with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
By Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Gopuff Expands Private Label Assortment and Introduces First-Ever Seasonal Product Lineup
Gopuff today unveiled new additions to its private label brands, Crave Shoppe and Basically, bringing a fresh lineup of indulgent snacks and treats to customers. For the first time, the assortment includes seasonal, limited-time offerings, giving customers new ways to enjoy the flavors of fall while supplies last.
By Gopuff · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
JBS Announces Proposal to Acquire Remaining Publicly Traded Shares of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation
JBS N.V. (“JBS,” “we” or “us”) (NYSE: JBS; B3: JBSS32) today announced that it has submitted a non-binding proposal to the Board of Directors of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation (NASDAQ: PPC) (“PPC”) to acquire all of the outstanding shares of common stock of PPC that are not owned by JBS or its affiliates for a fixed exchange ratio of 2.086 JBS Class A common shares for each PPC share of common stock (the “Proposed Transaction”), based on the JBS and PPC closing share prices on August 18, 2026 of $13.66 and $28.49, respectively. JBS currently owns approximately 82% of PPC’s common stock.
By JBS N.V. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Lumileds Aligns Capital Structure to Enable Transformation and Continue Customer Support
Lumileds Holding B.V. (“Lumileds” or the “Company”), a global leader in LED and microLED technology for the automotive, display, illumination, and mobile markets, today announced it has entered into a transaction with Gallant Capital Partners (“Gallant”), an operationally focused private investment firm. Gallant has acquired majority positions in the Company’s senior secured term loan credit facilities. 
By Lumileds Holding B.V. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Interstate Power and Light Company Prices Debt Offering
Interstate Power and Light Company (“IPL”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Alliant Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: LNT), announced the pricing of its public offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 5.100% senior debentures due 2031. The senior debentures will be due on September 30, 2031. IPL intends to use the net proceeds from this offering to reduce outstanding capital under its receivables purchase and sale program, to reduce outstanding commercial paper, and/or for general corporate purposes. The closing of the offering is expected to occur on August 21, 2026, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
By Alliant Energy Corporation · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Transaction Update and Supplement to Tender Offer Memorandum
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By Nostrum Oil & Gas PLC · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Infleqtion to Test Quantum Sensing in Colorado to Advance U.S. Critical Minerals Security
Infleqtion (NYSE: INFQ), a global leader in quantum computing and quantum sensing powered by neutral-atom technology, announced plans to conduct a field test of its quantum gravity gradiometry (QGG) technology in Colorado in 2027, which is expected to demonstrate a new approach to understanding what lies beneath the surface and help strengthen America’s critical-minerals supply chain.
By Infleqtion, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Impact Podcast with John Shegerian Features Rising Stars of ITAD in Special Episode Taped Live at ITAD Summit 2026
Three next generation leaders of the IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) industry are the featured guests this week on a special edition of the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian that was taped live at the ITAD Summit in Las Vegas.
Vivmark Residential’s Credit Rating Upgraded to ‘A’ by S&P Global Ratings
Vivmark Residential (NYSE: VMRK) today announced that S&P Global Ratings raised the Company’s long-term issuer credit rating to ‘A’ with a stable outlook. Vivmark Residential is one of only four REITs with an ‘A’ rating from S&P Global Ratings.
By Vivmark Residential · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Powell Investment Advisors Welcomes Michael Baiter to the Firm
Powell Investment Advisors, an independent, SEC-registered investment advisory firm serving families, founders and executives, today announced that Michael Baiter has joined the firm as Client Relations and Operations Manager.
By Powell Investment Advisors · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
U.S. Defense Innovation Unit Selects Australian Battery Innovator 3ME Technology for EdgeVOLT® Prototype Program
3ME Technology has been selected by the U.S. Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to deliver and demonstrate its EdgeVOLT® portable energy storage capability under the Portable Resilient Integrated Storage Module (PRISM) program. The award represents a significant milestone for 3ME Technology and reflects the company’s continuing work to support defense energy resilience through rugged, deployable battery systems.
By 3ME Technology · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Kohl’s Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend
The Board of Directors of Kohl’s Corporation (NYSE: KSS) (“Kohl’s” or the “Company”) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.125 per share on the Company’s common stock. The dividend is payable September 23, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 9, 2026.
By Kohl’s · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Auna Announces 2Q26 Financial Results
Auna (NYSE: AUNA) (“Auna” or the “Company”), a leading healthcare platform in Latin America with operations in Mexico, Peru, and Colombia, announced today financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (“Second quarter 2026” or “2Q26”). Financial results are expressed in Peruvian Soles (“S/” or “PEN” or “Soles”) and are presented in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), unless otherwise noted.
By Auna S.A. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Baxter Announces Pricing for Its Upsized Cash Tender Offers
Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) (“Baxter” or the “Company”) today announced the pricing terms for its previously announced cash tender offers (each, an “Offer” and collectively, the “Offers”) of the Company's validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) notes set forth below (the “Notes”) using a “waterfall” methodology under which the Company will accept the Notes in order of their respective acceptance priority levels noted in the table below (the “Acceptance Priority Levels”). The Offers are being made pursuant to an Offer to Purchase, dated Aug. 4, 2026, as amended by the Company’s press release relating to the early tender results and upsizing of the Offers issued on Aug. 18, 2026 (as it may be further amended or supplemented from time to time, the “Offer to Purchase”) which sets forth a description of the terms of the Offers. As previously announced, the Company has exercised its right to amend the terms of the Offers to increase the aggregate purchase price (excluding accrued and unpaid interest) (the “Offer Cap”) for all Notes validly tendered and accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offers from $500 million to $600 million.
By Baxter International Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Cinemark Spins a New Record as Spider-Man: Brand New Day Swings to Highest Grossing Domestic Film of All Time
Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK), one of the largest and most influential theatrical exhibition companies in the world, today announced that Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become the highest grossing domestic film in Cinemark history. The film has also delivered record-breaking results across the Company’s premium formats, becoming the best-ever title for Cinemark XD, ScreenX panoramic screens and D-BOX motion seats, while also driving strong demand for Cinemark's food, beverage and merchandise offerings, further highlighting the appeal of the complete theatrical experience.
By Cinemark Holdings, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Regis to Issue Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2026 Results on September 1, 2026
Regis Corporation (NasdaqGM:RGS), a leader in the haircare industry, will issue financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter and full year ended June 30, 2026, before the market opens on September 1, 2026. Following the release, the Company will host a presentation via webcast for investors beginning at 7:30 a.m. central time to discuss its strategic focus and financial performance.
By Regis Corporation · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Curtiss-Wright Announces New $100 Million Expansion of 2026 Share Repurchase Program
Curtiss-Wright today announced a $100 million expansion of its 2026 share repurchase program, which is now expected to yield annual share repurchases of $260 million in 2026.
By Curtiss-Wright Corporation · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Intel Corporation to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conference
Intel Corporation today announced that David Zinsner, executive vice president and chief financial officer, and John Pitzer, corporate vice president, global treasury and investor relations, will participate in a fireside chat on Intel’s business and strategy at the Deutsche Bank's 2026 Technology Conference on August 26 at 10:35 a.m. PDT.
By Intel Corporation · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Dell Technologies to Hold Conference Call Sept. 1 to Discuss Second Quarter Fiscal 2027 Financial Results
Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) will conduct a conference call Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. CDT to discuss its fiscal 2027 second quarter financial results. The conference will be available to the public as a live, audio-only webcast on Dell Technologies’ website at investors.delltechnologies.com; an archived version will be available at the same location.
By Dell Technologies · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
21 Northern Illinois Organizations Receive Grants Totaling $150,000 Through ComEd Green Region Grant Program
ComEd and Openlands today announced the recipients of the 2026 ComEd Green Region Grant Program, awarding a total of $150,000 to 21 communities and organizations across northern Illinois. The grants will help fund projects that restore prairies, wetlands and woodlands, expand pollinator habitats, plant trees and create healthier, more resilient communities.
By ComEd · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Congressman Brad Schneider Joins FHLBank Chicago for Roundtable on Housing and Financial Services Issues in Illinois’ 10th Congressional District
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) convened a roundtable today with U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10), member financial institutions, trade association partners, and industry leaders to discuss important issues affecting the housing finance industry, financial services institutions, and the communities they serve across Illinois’ 10th Congressional District.
Generational Group Advises Alamo Welding & Boiler Works, Inc. in its Sale to United MEP Partners
Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Alamo Welding & Boiler Works, Inc. to United MEP Partners. The acquisition closed May 4, 2026.
By Generational Group · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Better Home & Finance Files Lawsuit Against Former CEO Vishal Garg to Protect Shareholders in the Face of Garg’s Blatant Misrepresentations and Violations of Federal Securities Laws
Better Home & Finance Holding Company (NASDAQ: BETR) (“Better” or the “Company”) today announced that it has filed a complaint (the “Complaint”) in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Vishal Garg, the Company’s former Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”).
Rosalie Morton, SVP at Padilla, Named to Ragan’s Top Women in Marketing, Class of 2026
Rosalie Morton, senior vice president, Channels and Integrated Marketing, and member of Padilla’s executive leadership team, has been named to Ragan's Top Women in Marketing, Class of 2026, earning recognition in the Tech/Digital Marketers category. Presented annually by Ragan, the awards recognize exceptional women whose leadership, innovation and measurable impact are shaping the future of marketing.
By Padilla · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
CACI Opens Manufacturing Center of Excellence for Defense Electronics in Rochester, NY
CACI International Inc (NYSE: CACI) announced today the official opening of the CACI Manufacturing Center of Excellence for Defense Electronics in the Greater Rochester, New York, area, marking the next chapter in the company’s long-term investment in the region and continued transformation into a technology-first national security company. The 61,000-square-foot facility increases CACI's manufacturing space by more than 300% and will serve as a hub for the development, test, assembly, and delivery of advanced electronic warfare technologies that give U.S. forces a decisive advantage in contested environments.
By CACI International Inc · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Five9 Announces Inducement Award Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
Five9, Inc. (Nasdaq: FIVN) (“Five9” or the “Company”) today announced that on August 13, 2026, the Company granted a restricted stock unit award (the “RSU”) covering 26,982 Shares to Sarah Bennett (the “Inducement Award”). The Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors of the Company approved the grant of the Inducement Award, which was offered as a material inducement to Ms. Bennett entering into employment with the Company, as the Vice President, Revenue Strategy & Operations, effective as of July 20, 2026. The Inducement Award was granted under the Five9, Inc. 2026 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan. 1/3 of the RSUs will vest on September 3, 2027, and 1/12 of the RSUs will vest quarterly thereafter, so that the RSUs are fully vested on September 3, 2029, subject to the employee’s continuous service through the applicable vesting date.
By Five9, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
IFF to Webcast Fireside Chat at Barclays Global Consumer Conference on Sept. 10
IFF (NYSE: IFF) today announced that Chief Executive Officer Erik Fyrwald will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays Global Consumer Conference on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026 at 945 a.m. ET.
By IFF · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
SmartStop Closes Canadian Maple Bond Offering for CAD $200 Million
SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA), an internally managed real estate investment trust and a premier owner and operator of self-storage facilities in the United States and Canada, announced that it has closed a CAD $200 million aggregate principal amount of Series C Senior Unsecured Notes, due February 18, 2031 (the “Notes”). The Notes were issued by SmartStop’s operating partnership, SmartStop OP, L.P. The Notes bear interest at a rate of approximately 4.317% per annum, payable in cash in equal semiannual installments commencing on February 18, 2027. The Notes are rated BBB with a Stable Outlook by Morningstar DBRS.
W. R. Berkley Corporation Forms Berkley Meridian
W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) today announced the formation of Berkley Meridian, a new specialty insurance business that will combine the strengths of Verus Specialty Insurance and Vela Insurance Services under a shared leadership structure and strategic vision. Marlo M. Morrison will assume the role of president of Berkley Meridian.
By W. R. Berkley Corporation · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Offerpad Announces Transfer of Stock Exchange Listing to Nasdaq
Offerpad Solutions Inc. (NYSE: OPAD) (the “Company” or “Offerpad”) today announced that it will transfer the listing of its Class A common stock (the “common stock”) to The Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”) from the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”). Offerpad’s common stock is expected to continue to be listed under the NYSE ticker symbol “OPAD” through market close on August 28, 2026. The Company expects to begin trading as a Nasdaq-listed company on August 31, 2026. Following the transfer to Nasdaq, Offerpad’s common stock will continue to trade under the symbol “OPAD”.
By Offerpad · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Homes.com Report: U.S. Home Prices Rise 2.6% Despite Expanding Inventory as Sales Continue to Grow
Homes.com, a CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) leading online residential marketplace, released its July 2026 housing market report, showing the national median sale price at $400,000, up 2.6% from July 2025. Home sales increased 2.9% year over year, while homes for sale rose 4.4% from a year earlier. Taken together, those figures point to a housing market that has remained firmer than many observers expected given the increase in mortgage rates during the spring and summer.
By CoStar Group · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Royal Gold Announces Fourth Quarter Dividend
Royal Gold, Inc. (NASDAQ: RGLD) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared its fourth quarter dividend of $0.475 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on Friday, October 16, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Friday, October 2, 2026.
By Royal Gold, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
IonQ and CMC Microsystems Announce Collaboration to Expand Cloud Quantum Computing Access in Canada
IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), the world’s leading quantum platform company, today announced a collaboration with Canadian Microelectronics Corporation, operating as CMC Microsystems. This collaboration integrates IonQ’s commercial trapped-ion quantum computing systems into Canada's FABrIC Quantum Computing Sandbox (QCS).
By IonQ · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Sunbelt Rentals to Announce First Quarter Fiscal Year 2027 Results on September 9, 2026
Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SUNB; LSE: SUNB) (“the company”), a leader in the equipment rental industry, announced it will hold its first quarter fiscal year 2027 results call on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET.
By Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
SS&C Increases Common Stock Dividend 11.1% to $1.20 Annually
SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSNC) today announced its Board of Directors has approved a dividend of $1.20 per share annually, an 11.1% increase from the prior annual rate. The next quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share will be paid on September 15, 2026, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on September 1, 2026.
By SS&C · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Braze to Report Fiscal Second Quarter 2027 Results
Braze (Nasdaq: BRZE), the leading customer engagement platform that empowers brands to Be Absolutely Engaging™, announced today that it will release its financial results for the second quarter of the 2027 fiscal year after U.S. financial markets close on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Braze will host a webcast conference call to discuss its financial results at 4:30 pm ET (1:30 pm PT) on the same day. The webcast will be available under the events section of its Investor site at investors.braze.com.
By Braze · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
GitLab To Announce Second Quarter Fiscal 2027 Financial Results
All Remote - GitLab Inc., (NASDAQ: GTLB), the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, today announced that it will report its financial results for the second quarter fiscal year 2027, which ended July 31, 2026, after U.S. markets close on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Management will host a conference call and webcast on the same day to discuss the company’s financial results at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT.
By GitLab Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Chiron Real Estate Inc. Announces the Declaration of its October, November and December 2026 Common Dividends and Third Quarter Series A and Series B Preferred Dividends
Chiron Real Estate Inc. (NYSE: XRN) (the “Company” or “Chiron”) today announced the declaration of the Company’s October, November and December 2026 common dividends and third quarter 2026 Series A and Series B preferred dividends.
By Chiron Real Estate Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Keysight Technologies Reports Third Quarter 2026 Results
Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) today reported financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended July 31, 2026.
By Keysight Technologies, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Yext to Announce Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Results on September 1, 2026
Yext, Inc. (NYSE: YEXT), the enterprise agentic marketing platform, today announced that its second quarter fiscal year 2027 results will be released on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, before market open.
By Yext, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Backblaze Announces Proposed Private Offering of $150 Million of Convertible Senior Notes
Backblaze, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLZE), the storage platform powering AI and data-intensive workloads, today announced that it intends to offer, subject to market and other conditions, $150 million aggregate principal amount of Convertible Senior Notes due 2031 (the "Notes") in a private offering (the "Offering") to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). Backblaze also expects to grant the initial purchasers of the Notes a 13-day option to purchase up to an additional $22.5 million aggregate principal amount of the Notes, solely to cover over-allotments, if any.
By Backblaze, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Stoke Therapeutics Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(C)(4)
Stoke Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: STOK) is a biotechnology company dedicated to restoring protein expression by harnessing the body’s potential with RNA medicine and has a lead investigational medicine, zorevunersen, in development as a first-in-class potential disease-modifying treatment for Dravet syndrome. The Company today announced that, effective on August 17, 2026, it granted stock options to purchase an aggregate of 70,950 shares of common stock to seven new employees, as a material inducement to their employment in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
By Stoke Therapeutics, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026
Amylyx Pharmaceuticals Announces $350.0 Million Proposed Public Offering of Common Stock
Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMLX) (“Amylyx” or the “Company”) today announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering of $350.0 million of shares of its common stock. In addition, Amylyx intends to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional $52.5 million of shares of its common stock at the public offering price per share, less underwriting discounts and commissions. All of the shares of common stock are being offered by Amylyx. The offering is subject to market and other conditions, and there can be no assurance as to whether or when the offering may be completed, or as to the actual size or terms of the offering.
By Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · Via Business Wire · August 18, 2026