Huntington Bancshares has raised its prime lending rate to 7.00 percent, marking a shift from the previous 6.75 percent benchmark. This adjustment by the Columbus-based regional bank arrives as financial institutions recalibrate their interest structures in response to broader shifts within the national economic landscape.
At the London headquarters of J.P. Morgan, Rollins Inc. top leadership will take the stage on September 23 to detail the firm's global service trajectory. CEO Jerry Gahlhoff and CFO William Harkins are scheduled to deliver their presentation during the annual U.S. All Stars Conference starting at 10:00 a.m. E.T.
Shareholders of Keurig Dr Pepper will receive a cash dividend of $0.23 per share following the latest board authorization. The beverage giant, which manages a diverse portfolio ranging from Dr Pepper to specialty coffee brands, confirmed the distribution schedule for investors holding common stock this autumn.
Lincoln-based Nelnet has added Angie Klein and Ed Pallesen to its board of directors, increasing the company’s governing body to 10 members. The appointments bring fresh expertise in consumer growth strategy and global infrastructure investment to the diversified financial services firm, effective as of September 16.
Dover will release its third-quarter financial results for 2026 on Thursday, October 22, before the markets open. The Downers Grove-based manufacturer plans to follow the disclosure with a live conference call at 8:30 a.m. Central time to walk stakeholders through the latest quarterly performance metrics and company outlook.
Uniondale-based ACRES Commercial Realty Corp. has set its quarterly cash dividend payouts for Series C and Series D preferred stockholders. The company board confirmed that payments for both classes of shares are scheduled for distribution on October 30, 2026, to investors of record as of the start of October.
Shareholders of Phoenix-based Trinity Capital will continue to receive a monthly cash distribution of $0.17 per share through the final quarter of 2026. The announcement marks a continuation of the firm's dividend stability, a trend that has persisted for seven consecutive years without a decrease.
A $1.5 billion contract ceiling has been awarded to CACI International to bolster intelligence and irregular warfare operations for U.S. Central Command. The agreement, spanning one base year with four additional option periods, tasks the Reston-based firm with optimizing information integration across high-stakes mission environments.
As Astrin Biosciences prepares to scale its Certitude™ Breast blood test nationwide, the company has tapped oncologist Dr. Tanya Gupta to lead its medical strategy. Her arrival follows the recent publication of a peer-reviewed study confirming the test's high sensitivity in detecting early-stage breast cancer through deep plasma proteomics.
Peabody is calling in its entire outstanding balance of 3.250% convertible senior notes due 2028, setting a redemption date of November 18, 2026. The move effectively triggers a final wind-down of this specific debt instrument, with the company opting for a full cash settlement for all converted holdings.
Borrowers tied to BMO Financial Group’s US dollar prime rate will see their costs rise tomorrow as the bank shifts its benchmark from 6.75 percent to 7.00 percent. The adjustment, effective September 17, 2026, reflects the bank's latest move in response to the current North American interest rate environment.
Seventy-two percent of technology leaders report that their AI initiatives are failing to meet expectations, according to a new report by Collibra and The Harris Poll. The findings suggest that the primary culprit behind these stalled deployments is not the models themselves, but a crumbling, unaligned data foundation.
After a four-decade career in finance, Pete Graven is stepping down as Chief Credit Officer of Lake Ridge Bank. His departure on September 18 marks the culmination of a deliberate succession strategy, with veteran banker Casey McClyman stepping into the role to oversee the institution’s credit administration and risk management.
Unauthorized actors gained access to the internal network of Millennium Partners Management this spring, potentially compromising sensitive personal data including Social Security numbers. The firm confirmed that the breach occurred over a three-day window in late April, prompting a comprehensive investigation and the deployment of enhanced security protocols.
The Terry Fox Research Institute has awarded $40.9 million across 14 Canadian project teams to accelerate precision medicine through artificial intelligence. Among the recipients, Québec-based Linearis Labs will lead two initiatives focused on using integrated biological data to improve outcomes for cancer and neurodegenerative disease patients.
Jimmy Dunn and Mary Lakey have been selected for the 2026 New Orleans CityBusiness leadership honors, receiving recognition for their professional contributions and community influence. The annual awards celebrate individuals who demonstrate sustained excellence and leadership within the Greater New Orleans business landscape.
More than 10 million older Americans struggled to afford basic necessities like food, medicine, and housing in 2025, as the poverty rate for the demographic climbed to 15.4%. This figure, based on the Supplemental Poverty Measure, marks the second consecutive year of growth and exceeds the national average for all age groups.
The board of directors at Scholastic Corporation has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share for the second quarter of fiscal 2027. This payout applies to both Class A and Common Stock, maintaining the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders as the new fiscal year progresses.
Bethesda-based AGNC Investment Corp. will join the S&P MidCap 400 index on Monday, September 21, 2026. The move, announced by S&P Dow Jones Indices as part of its quarterly rebalance, marks a significant shift in the firm’s market standing after 18 years of operations in the residential mortgage sector.
Patients at the new NicholsMD flagship in Greenwich, Connecticut, are now greeted by an in-house barista rather than a traditional waiting room. By integrating The Brewtique—a dedicated coffee shop serving premium roasts—into the clinical environment, the practice aims to replace sterile, intimidating atmosphere with the comfort of a local café.
The Florida Keys are stepping into the national spotlight with the launch of Keys Unlocked, a new television series airing on the REAL Shows Network. Hosted by local real estate expert Lisa Ferringo, the program shifts focus from simple property listings to the cultural fabric of the island chain.
Private aviation firm FlyUSA has unveiled a $100 million recovery program aimed at flyers left with inaccessible funds by other charter providers. The initiative offers qualified customers a path to recoup their losses through promotional flight credits without requiring the standard, high-stakes upfront deposits typical of the industry.
Investors who purchased Rackspace Technology securities between May 7 and July 8, 2026, have until September 28 to seek lead plaintiff status in a federal class action lawsuit. The litigation, filed in the Southern District of New York, follows allegations that the company misled shareholders regarding its enterprise AI strategy.
A coalition of environmental groups launched the 'Charmin Wipes Out Bears' campaign today, accusing Procter & Gamble of destroying Canada’s boreal forests to produce toilet paper. The initiative uses provocative imagery to contrast the brand's cuddly bear mascots with the reality of habitat loss, carbon emissions, and the clearcutting of old-growth stands.
Software development teams are increasingly turning to AI to bridge the gap between rapid delivery demands and code quality, with six platforms emerging as top-tier performers. Info-Tech Research Group’s latest Emotional Footprint report underscores a shift where user sentiment now dictates market leadership in the automated coding space.
The global diagnostic imaging sector is set to climb to $33.2 billion by 2031, yet the industry faces a sharp contradiction: while AI-driven innovations accelerate scan speeds and precision, recent cuts to Medicare reimbursement are forcing hospitals to extend the lifecycles of existing hardware rather than upgrading to premium systems.
Borrowers face higher costs starting September 17 as The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation implements a 25-basis-point hike to its prime lending rate. The adjustment moves the bank's benchmark from 6.75% to 7.00%, marking a shift in the institution's credit pricing strategy for the upcoming fiscal period.
Nucleus Research has named Denver-based Nextworld an Accelerator in its 2026 Low-Code Application Platform (LCAP) Technology Value Matrix. The designation highlights the company's ability to streamline enterprise application development and ERP modernization through a declarative architecture that minimizes custom-code debt and integrates governed AI.
Nearly two-thirds of retirement coaches report that clients are scaling back social activities and daily routines due to worsening eyesight. A new survey from the Retirement Coaches Association reveals that 96% of professionals believe poor vision poses a significant threat to the quality of life and autonomy of retirees.
After a market slowdown stifled trade show revenues and forced a bank to terminate its credit line, a flooring services provider has secured a $5 million recourse factoring facility from Porter Capital. The financing allowed the firm to clear $2.9 million in debt and stabilize payroll within ten days.
