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A securities class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida accuses Pentwater Capital Management LP of obscuring a market-manipulating short-squeeze strategy. The litigation centers on the firm’s accumulation and sudden offloading of Avis Budget Group shares between February 2025 and April 2026.
With over 70 years of combined experience, Dave Chasar, Tei Kucharski, and Donard Metzger have joined Green Summit to anchor the firm’s national building performance expansion. The hires coincide with the company’s new status as a RESNET Rating Provider and a technical role in a Department of Energy-funded research project.
Bulletproof has earned a place on the 2026 CRN Fast Growth 150, a ranking that identifies North America’s most rapidly expanding technology integrators and IT consultants. The recognition highlights the firm’s recent sales trajectory and its focus on navigating complex security and cloud environments for its clients.
Investors in AdaptHealth Corp. saw their holdings drop by as much as 26% after the company slashed its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance by roughly $200 million, prompting law firm Levi & Korsinsky to launch an investigation into the firm’s public disclosures.
Eighty-eight percent of Americans nearing retirement have contemplated how to fund their post-work lives, yet a persistent inertia keeps half of them without a formal, updated plan. This disconnect between intent and execution leaves many Americans vulnerable, as reliance on savings alone fails to address the volatility of modern living costs.
The Georgia Forestry Foundation has awarded $85,000 to Brantley County Family Connection, providing a critical lifeline for families struggling to restore essential infrastructure. This funding targets the repair of wells and septic systems for over 30 households displaced by the catastrophic Highway 82 Fire earlier this year.
Two new sea-salt-infused syrups and the return of two long-discontinued fan favorites headline the 2026 Harvest Collection from Jordan's Skinny Mixes. Designed to replicate high-end coffee shop profiles, the entire seasonal range maintains the brand’s signature zero-sugar, zero-calorie commitment for home beverage and dessert customization.
Gregg S. Meyer, a professor at Harvard Medical School and former executive at Mass General Brigham, has joined Cornerstone Research as an affiliate. His three decades of experience in value-based care and hospital operations will bolster the firm’s consulting work on healthcare antitrust and complex industry mergers.
Twenty-six connected automated external defibrillators will line the iconic 7-mile Cape Cod course this August, as Avive Solutions joins the 54th ASICS Falmouth Road Race as its official AED provider. The partnership aims to fortify emergency cardiac response for the thousands of athletes and spectators expected at the event.
Shareholders of Indiana-based S&T Bancorp are set for a payout increase as the company’s board approved a $0.37 per share cash dividend on August 5, 2026. This move marks an 8.82 percent boost over the $0.34 dividend declared during the same period last year, signaling growth for the regional lender.
Four publicly traded companies face new scrutiny from New York-based Monteverde & Associates PC as the firm investigates recent acquisition deals. Attorney Juan Monteverde is currently reviewing the terms of proposed sales involving Forte Biosciences, Luxfer Holdings, Sanara MedTech, and MarketAxess to ensure shareholder interests are protected during these transitions.
The global motorcycle tire market is poised for significant expansion, with valuations projected to climb from 15.23 billion dollars in 2026 to 26.94 billion dollars by 2035. Driven by robust production in Asia-Pacific and the shifting demands of electric mobility, the industry is bracing for a sustained compound annual growth rate of 6.54 percent.
Midcontinent Grid Solutions has launched a public comment period for the 190-mile Bell Center–Columbia–Illinois/Wisconsin State Line project. This 765-kV transmission line, designed to stabilize regional energy flows and support growing power demands, marks a significant step in the broader infrastructure plan approved by the Midcontinent Independent System Operator.
Florida gubernatorial candidate Frank Russo introduced his Commonsense Property Tax Relief Plan in New Smyrna Beach on Tuesday, aiming to curb the rising costs of homeownership. The proposal seeks to balance tax relief for families while maintaining funding for essential public services like education and local infrastructure.
Nick Primrose, the former regulatory compliance chief at JAXPORT, has joined Jones Walker LLP as special counsel in Tallahassee. His transition into the firm’s government relations practice marks a strategic effort to expand legal and legislative advocacy for clients operating within the complex maritime and logistics sectors.
Baton Rouge homeowners face a persistent threat as the region’s humid climate creates ideal nesting conditions for carpenter ants. While these pests do not ingest wood, their habit of excavating tunnels through damp structural components can compromise the integrity of porch beams, window frames, and rooflines if left unchecked.
Legendary Jets linebacker Bart Scott took over Penn Station this week to unveil a new exclusive partnership between the New York Jets and OUTFRONT Media. The deal aims to push brand engagement beyond MetLife Stadium, capturing the fan journey across transit hubs and city neighborhoods throughout the NFL season.
Only 19 percent of California households could afford a median-priced single-family home in the second quarter of 2026, marking a sharp decline from 22 percent earlier this year. Rising mortgage rates and a rebound in home prices have pushed the minimum qualifying income for buyers above $228,000.
The historic 414 Union Street building in downtown Nashville is set to undergo a major transformation as Chicago-based Gibsons Restaurant Group secures a lease for the property’s ground floor. The new venue, arriving in spring 2028, marks the brand’s Tennessee debut and serves as the centerpiece for a wider revitalization project.
Investors who incurred financial losses holding Capricor Therapeutics stock now have until September 28, 2026, to file as lead plaintiffs in a pending securities fraud class action. The litigation centers on allegations that the company obscured critical regulatory hurdles regarding its Duchenne muscular dystrophy treatment, Deramiocel.
Forbes has named Robert Half and its consulting subsidiary, Protiviti, to the 2026 list of America's Best Employers for Women. The ranking, which highlights organizations excelling in gender equality and leadership representation, follows an independent survey of over 146,000 female employees across the United States.
Loyalty members at Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers can secure discounted treats from August 7 through August 9 to mark National Frozen Custard Day. The chain is offering tiered pricing on its signature dessert, with costs ranging from two to four dollars depending on the size selected by the customer.
Investors who incurred financial losses holding ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. stock between November 3, 2025, and May 11, 2026, have until August 24 to apply as lead plaintiffs in a pending class action lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding the company’s growth projections and demand for its AI-driven products.
UJET has appointed Jason Royer as Chief Financial Officer to anchor the company’s transition into its Agentic Experience Orchestration platform. The move comes as the San Francisco-based firm prepares for the general release of its AI-driven customer experience technology in the second half of 2026.
Steward Partners has earned a place on InvestmentNews' 2026 5-Star RIA Firms list for the second consecutive year. The Stamford-based, employee-owned firm was selected based on its specialized focus on high-net-worth clients, maintaining its momentum as one of the fastest-growing wealth management platforms in the United States.
Kansas City-based NASB Financial, Inc. posted a net income of $10.6 million for the second quarter of 2026, reflecting steady growth compared to the $9.4 million reported in the previous quarter. Earnings reached $1.48 per share, marking a significant increase over the $0.96 per share recorded during the same period last year.
The Global Environment Facility Council has appointed former Colombian Minister of Energy and Mines Diego Mesa Puyo as its next CEO and Chairperson. Tasked with steering the organization through a four-year term, Mesa Puyo will oversee the GEF-9 funding cycle as the world pushes to meet critical 2030 environmental benchmarks.
Bluerock Value Exchange is targeting $58.4 million for its latest unlevered Delaware Statutory Trust offering, BR Diversified Industrial Portfolio 8. The program, which marks the firm's 46th DST launch, focuses on a five-property industrial collection across Florida, Illinois, and Missouri that is currently fully leased to national tenants.
San Antonio-based oral care startup Lewie is launching a $3 million fundraising campaign to bridge the gap between clinical dentistry and the beauty industry. Founded by Dr. Amanda Lewis, the company aims to scale its distribution, manufacturing, and product development to modernize an historically functional and clinical consumer category.
The National Reconnaissance Office has selected Irvine-based ICEYE US to provide high-resolution radar imagery under its Radar Commercial Augmentation program. This agreement deepens the integration of private-sector remote sensing into U.S. national security, allowing intelligence agencies to leverage unclassified data for rapid, global monitoring of critical targets.