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Cites Strengthening Funding Profile, Solid Earnings Performance and Improving Asset Quality Ellington Financial Inc. (NYSE:EFC) (together with its issuer subsidiaries, the "Company") today announced that Moody’s Ratings ("Moody's") has affirmed the Company's Ba3 corporate family rating and the B1 backed senior unsecured debt rating of Ellington Financial Operating Partnership LLC, and changed the outlook to positive from stable for both entities. "Over the past year, we have grown our equity base, maintained conservative leverage, diversified and extended our funding, continued to deliver strong profitability, and further strengthened our credit performance," said JR Herlihy, Chief Fina

WESTFORD, Mass., Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE:KAI) has been named to Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Companies 2026, recognizing organizations that excel in financial performance, workplace culture, innovation, and sustainability. "It is an honor to be named as one of America’s Greatest Companies," said Jeffrey L. Powell, president and chief executive officer of Kadant. "This designation reflects our focus on delivering value to our customers, creating opportunities for our employees, and advancing technologies that support sustainable industrial processing." The award was presented by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group following an independent review of 2,

Selective Insurance Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:SIGI) announced today that John J. Marchioni, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Patrick S. Brennan, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the 2026 Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Insurance Conference on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 4:20 p.m. ET. Investors can listen live to Selective’s presentation or access a recording by visiting the Investors page of www.Selective.com through October 9, 2026. About Selective Insurance Group, Inc. Selective Insurance Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:SIGI) is a holding company for 10 property and casualty insurance companies rated "A+" (Superior) by AM Best. Through independent agents,

Newly Named Plaza Will Create a Dynamic Platform for Paramount+ Content, Fan Experiences and Live Entertainment on the Las Vegas Strip Paramount+ Plaza to Debut During Zuffa Boxing’s Garcia vs. Benn Fight Week, Highlighted by Ceremonial Weigh-In Friday Sept. 11 T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas’ premier sports and live entertainment venue, and Paramount+ today announced a new multi-year partnership that will rename the arena’s iconic two-acre outdoor entertainment space Paramount+ Plaza. The agreement, brokered by AEG Global Partnerships, names Paramount+ an Official Partner and T-Mobile Arena’s Exclusive Streaming Partner, establishing a prominent new platform for the streaming service to conn

Schwab clients were selective in August, pushing the STAX score lower for the first time since April despite market gains. Key Takeaways: The Schwab Trading Activity Index™ (STAX) decreased to 57.50 in August, down from its score of 59.80 in July. Schwab clients appeared to grow more selective in August, pushing the STAX score lower for the first time since April, even as the markets advanced. Options and ETF trading trends suggest clients sought diversified, defined-risk ways to stay exposed to the markets without fully rebuilding equity positions. The Schwab Trading Activity Index™ (STAX) decreased to 57.50 in August, down from its score of 59.80 in July. The only index of i

ISS Recommends Shareholders to "REVOKE CONSENT" on the WHITE Consent Revocation Card Shareholders Who Have Previously Signed and Returned a Green Consent Card May Revoke That Consent by Signing, Dating and Returning the Company’s WHITE Consent Revocation Card Special Committee Again Calls on Vishal Garg to End His Costly and Distracting Campaign The Special Committee of the Board of Directors (the "Special Committee") of Better Home & Finance Holding Company (NASDAQ:BETR) ("Better" or the "Company"), today announced that Institutional Shareholder Services ("ISS"), a leading independent provider of proxy research and vote recommendations to the institutional investment community, has r

The ad agency and events company replaced a patchwork of data providers with ZoomInfo's data enrichment and grew its complete-data prospect list from about 3% of its target market to more than 20x. ZoomInfo (NASDAQ:GTM), the all-in-one AI GTM platform, has reported that Exact Media, an ad agency and events company that connects brand advertisers with e-commerce retailers, expanded its complete-data prospect audience 20X using ZoomInfo, according to the company. The team also stood up the platform in 10 days from first call to first use. Exact Media runs a Connections platform that pairs brand advertisers with e-commerce retailers, and it organizes in-person events for C-suite executives

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- National plaintiffs' law firm Berger Montague PC announces an investigation into the Board of Directors of AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVAV) ("AeroVironment" or the "Company") for potential breaches of fiduciary duties owed to the Company and its shareholders. The investigation is focused on whether AeroVironment improperly concealed its exposure to competition for work under the U.S. Space Force's Satellite Communication Augmentation Resource ("SCAR") program.AeroVironment, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, is a leading American defense technology company that designs and manufac

30-day ocean voyage on Seabourn Quest sails roundtrip from Miami with scenic Amazon River cruising, visits to river communities and an overnight stay in Manaus Key PointsSeabourn has announced a new 30-day "Amazon Explorer: Rivers & Rainforests" voyage aboard Seabourn Quest, sailing roundtrip from Miami from Nov. 18 to Dec. 18, 2028.The voyage visits 15 destinations across seven countries, combining Caribbean islands, scenic Amazon River cruising and visits to destinations along the Amazon River, including Santarém, Boca da Valeria, Parintins, Manaus and more.Guests will enjoy an overnight stay in Manaus, providing additional time to explore one of the Amazon's most culturally rich destinati

Captain's Circle Elite Members Can Enter Through September 22FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises is inviting Princess Captain's Circle Elite members to enter the "Share Your Princess Story" contest for a chance to ride aboard the cruise line's floral float in the 138th Rose Parade® presented by Honda on January 1, 2027, in Pasadena, Calif. Four winners will each receive a trip for two and the opportunity to "sail" down Colorado Boulevard on Princess' float; entries are open now through September 22, 2026. "Princess guests have been at the heart of our story for more than 60 years, and many have

Framework establishes a platform for the issuance of labelled defence instruments in support of Canada's defence, security and resilience prioritiesTORONTO, Sept. 8, 2026 /CNW/ -- Scotiabank today published its Canadian Defence Issuance Framework, becoming the first organization in Canada to establish a dedicated framework for labelled defence issuances. The Framework provides the basis for Scotiabank to issue Canadian Defence Instruments, including Canadian Defence Bonds, to finance or refinance eligible activities supporting Canada's defence, security and resilience priorities. The Framework establishes the criteria under which Scotiabank may issue Defence Instruments in the future and doe

Addus HomeCare Corporation (NASDAQ:ADUS), a provider of home care services, today announced that Brian Poff, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Brad Bickham, Chief Operating Officer on an Interim Basis, will participate in the 2026 Jefferies Healthcare Services and Technology Conference, September 14 - 15, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. In connection with the conference, there will be a live broadcast and replay of the Company’s presentation available under the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website, www.addus.com, starting at 8:00 a.m. Central Time / 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. An online replay will also be available on the C

CEO Matt Kinsella will deliver a keynote on scaling quantum computing; company leaders will also discuss quantum applications in defense, space and manufacturing. Infleqtion (NYSE:INFQ) (the "Company"), a global leader in quantum computing and quantum sensing powered by neutral-atom technology, announced its participation at Quantum World Congress 2026, taking place Sept. 23-25, 2026, in College Park, Maryland. Infleqtion leaders will participate in multiple sessions throughout the event, including roundtable discussions focused on the advancement and application of quantum technologies. Quantum World Congress brings together scientists, CEOs, government leaders and investors from acros

NEW YORK and SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K Wave Media Ltd. (NASDAQ:KWM) (the "Company") today announced that it has changed its corporate name to Nexus Advanced Technologies Inc., reflecting the Company’s strategic transformation and expanded focus on artificial intelligence infrastructure and advanced technology opportunities. In connection with the name change, the Company’s ordinary shares will begin trading on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the new ticker symbol "NXAT" and its Warrant symbol is changing from "KWMWW" to "NXATWW", effective at market open on September 9, 2026. The Company’s previous ticker symbol was "KWM and KWMWW," respectively. The name and

The Toronto-based procurement consulting firm uses buying signals and verified contact data to reach Fortune 500 decision-makers at the exact moment they enter a purchase cycle. ZoomInfo (NASDAQ:GTM), the all-in-one AI GTM platform, has reported that Deal IQ, a Toronto-based procurement consulting firm that negotiates technology contracts on behalf of Fortune 500 companies, grew its annual revenue by more than 1900% using ZoomInfo, according to the company. Deal IQ also reported a 6X increase in its client portfolio and an 8X increase in C-suite meetings booked. Deal IQ negotiates the vendor contracts Fortune 500 companies do not have time to fight over themselves. Its service is only r

NEW YORK CITY, NY , Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KIDZ AI Inc. (NASDAQ:KIDZ, KIDZW)) ("KIDZ AI" or the "Company"), an education technology company advancing AI infrastructure and GPU compute initiatives alongside its core EdTech operations, today announced the appointment of Karan Bansal as AI Security Advisor to support the Company’s AI infrastructure initiatives. The appointment marks a further step in KIDZ AI’s strategy of building out an enterprise AI compute platform. Karan Bansal has spent a decade in security engineering and was a founding engineer at AvidSecure, a cloud security company acquired by Sophos. He is an active contributor to the open-source community, and his rece

Leading broker-dealer serving independent advisors chooses Black Diamond to deliver an integrated, scalable wealth management platform SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:SSNC) today announced that Bolton Global Capital, a FINRA member broker-dealer, has selected SS&C Black Diamond® Wealth Solutions to support its ongoing growth. Bolton's selection reflects two accelerating shifts in wealth management: independent broker-dealers absorbing wirehouse breakaways, and rising demand for platforms that scale across sophisticated, cross-border client needs. Black Diamond's integrated state-of-the-art platform is built to serve both. "As we continue to expand our network of independent a

The video production company replaced a rotation of unreliable data tools with ZoomInfo and now sources nearly all of its new business from the platform. ZoomInfo (NASDAQ:GTM), the all-in-one AI GTM platform, has reported that Clum Creative, an independent video production company, has driven a 10x return on investment on its use of ZoomInfo, according to the company. The company also reports a 104% increase in appointments set and a 60% increase in leads. Clum Creative helps marketing and business leaders build content for the modern media landscape. Before adopting ZoomInfo, the team cycled through a series of B2B data tools, including SalesGenie, hunter.io, and Data.com. Each one cam

Longtime SiriusXM leader will advance the Company's product experiences and technology strategy NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SiriusXM (NASDAQ: SIRI) today announced that Sean Gibbons has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Chief Product and Technology Officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Witz and joining the Company's Executive Leadership Team. In this role, Gibbons will lead product and technology across SiriusXM and Pandora, with responsibility for product strategy and development, technology platforms and engineering, automotive and streaming distribution partnerships, and advertising technology.

MALVERN, Pa., Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE:VSH) today introduced a new medium precision position sensor built on inductive technology for industrial applications. Compared to solutions based on magnetic technology, the Vishay MCB RAIK045I MP absolute inductive kit encoder is immune to external magnetic fields, allowing it to be used close to electric motors. Designed as a cost-effective alternative to higher performance encoder solutions, the device combines 16-bit resolution, repeatability of ≥ 14 bits, and rotation speeds up to 10 000 rpm in a compact, lightweight design. The position sensor released today is ideal for robotics, motor drives, and