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Tilray to Participate in BMO Capital Markets Investor Conference

Alternative medicine, Retail, Health, Wine & Spirits, Fitness & Nutrition, Food, Beverage, Communication, Forward-looking statement, Tilray
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 10:00pm

b"Tilray, Inc. (\xe2\x80\x9cTilray\xe2\x80\x9d) (NASDAQ | TSX: TLRY) announced that the Company will participate in the BMO Capital Markets 16th Annual Farm to Market Conference on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.\nThe presentation will begin at 8:40 AM ET.

Key Points: 
  • b"Tilray, Inc. (\xe2\x80\x9cTilray\xe2\x80\x9d) (NASDAQ | TSX: TLRY) announced that the Company will participate in the BMO Capital Markets 16th Annual Farm to Market Conference on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.\nThe presentation will begin at 8:40 AM ET.
  • Any information or statements that are contained in this communication that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward- looking statements.
  • Certain material factors or assumptions were used in drawing the conclusions contained in the forward-looking statements throughout this communication.
  • Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievement to be materially different from any future forward-looking statements.

Midwest Holding Inc. Expands Board of Directors to Nine Members with Two New Nominations

Banking, Professional services, Insurance, Finance, Computer companies, Business, Business software, OpenTravel Alliance, SAP, Societates Europaeae, Asset management, Insurance, Reinsurance, Technology
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:46pm

From 2015 to 2017, Ms. Callahan served as Chief of Staff to an SAP Board Member for the SAP Business Networks and Applications Group.

Key Points: 
  • From 2015 to 2017, Ms. Callahan served as Chief of Staff to an SAP Board Member for the SAP Business Networks and Applications Group.
  • Additionally, she has completed the Women Board Directors Development Program with the Foster School of Business at the University of Washington.\nDiane Davis.
  • Additionally, Ms. Davis is currently serving, since 2014, as Board Member of the Habitat for Humanity for Seattle-King County.
  • Midwest originates, manages and transfers these annuities through reinsurance arrangements to asset managers and other third-party investors, who are actively seeking these financially attractive products.

Waste Management Announces First-of-its-Kind ‘Your Tomorrow’ Program Providing No-Cost Education to Employees, with Planned Extension to Dependents Later This Year, to Upskill Workforce and Advance Position in Competitive Job Market

Professional services, Training, Alternative energy, Energy, Other Education, Continuing, University, Environment, Education, Trucking, Other Professional Services, Human resources, Transport, Guild Education, Guild
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:39pm

The company is rolling out a range of new employee benefits from flexible work schedules, sign-on bonuses and a new education and upskilling benefit program, Your Tomorrow, in collaboration with Guild Education .

Key Points: 
  • The company is rolling out a range of new employee benefits from flexible work schedules, sign-on bonuses and a new education and upskilling benefit program, Your Tomorrow, in collaboration with Guild Education .
  • Interview spots can be reserved in advance at https://careers.wm.com/wmevents , and walk-ins will be accepted.
  • To learn more information about Waste Management, visit www.wm.com .\nDenver-based Guild Education is on a mission to unlock opportunity for America\'s workforce through education and upskilling.
  • Guild\'s payments and technology platform, curated learning marketplace, and advanced education and career coaching come together to help working adult learners advance in their education and career, debt-free.

Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings Appoints Christy Haubegger to Board of Directors and Announces Virtual Annual Meeting of Stockholders

Transportation, Lodging, Online Retail, Destinations, Vacation, Travel, Cruise, Air, Transport, Retail, Other Travel, Greg Maffei, Liberty Media, Sirius XM, TripAdvisor, Economy of the United States, Companies, Businesspeople
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:45pm

b"Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings, Inc. (\xe2\x80\x9cLiberty TripAdvisor\xe2\x80\x9d or the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) (Nasdaq: LTRPA, LTRPB) announced that Christy Haubegger was appointed to the board of directors (the \xe2\x80\x9cBoard\xe2\x80\x9d) of Liberty TripAdvisor effective May 10, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • b"Liberty TripAdvisor Holdings, Inc. (\xe2\x80\x9cLiberty TripAdvisor\xe2\x80\x9d or the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) (Nasdaq: LTRPA, LTRPB) announced that Christy Haubegger was appointed to the board of directors (the \xe2\x80\x9cBoard\xe2\x80\x9d) of Liberty TripAdvisor effective May 10, 2021.
  • Ms. Haubegger is Executive Vice President, Communications and Chief Inclusion Officer for WarnerMedia, which is owned by AT&T.
  • Her strong knowledge of the content and subscription businesses will be valuable to Liberty TripAdvisor,\xe2\x80\x9d said Greg Maffei, Chairman, President and CEO of Liberty TripAdvisor.
  • During the Q&A session, Liberty TripAdvisor may make observations regarding the company\xe2\x80\x99s financial performance and outlook.\nIn addition, access to the meeting and Q&A session will be available on the Liberty TripAdvisor website.

Pennsylvania American Water Announces $17 Million Plan for Water Storage Upgrades in 2021

Building Systems, Energy, Construction & Property, Urban planning, Utilities, Chemistry, Liquids, Oxides, Water, Tank, Physical sciences, Matter
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:32pm

b'Pennsylvania American Water today announced its 2021 plans to rehabilitate 11 of its water storage tanks and construct seven new structures.

Key Points: 
  • b'Pennsylvania American Water today announced its 2021 plans to rehabilitate 11 of its water storage tanks and construct seven new structures.
  • Pennsylvania American Water\xe2\x80\x99s tank rehabilitation program of inspecting, sandblasting, and repainting tanks extends their service lives and helps protect water quality.
  • The total cost of the company\xe2\x80\x99s water storage improvements this year is approximately $17 million.\n\xe2\x80\x9cStorage tanks are critical to meeting the supply demands of our customers and providing fire protection for our communities,\xe2\x80\x9d said Pennsylvania American Water President Mike Doran.
  • American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help make sure we keep their lives flowing.

Community Bank System, Inc. Announces Quarterly Common Stock Dividend and Results of Annual Shareholders’ Meeting

Banking, Professional services, Finance, Financial markets, Finance, Corporate finance, Stock market, Shareholders, CBU, New York Stock Exchange, Stock exchange, Stock, Dividends
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 10:00pm

b'Community Bank System, Inc. (NYSE: CBU) (the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) announced that it has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.42 per share on its common stock.

Key Points: 
  • b'Community Bank System, Inc. (NYSE: CBU) (the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) announced that it has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.42 per share on its common stock.
  • The dividend will be payable on July 9, 2021 to Shareholders of record as of June 15, 2021.
  • Community Bank System, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Company\xe2\x80\x99s stock trades under the symbol CBU.
  • For more information about Community Bank visit www.cbna.com or http://ir.communitybanksystem.com .\nThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Paycom Software, Inc. Increases Stock Repurchase Plan

Data management, Professional services, Technology, Software, Human resources, Communication, Forward-looking statement, Paycom, Subprime mortgage crisis, Goldman Sachs, Banks, Economy of New York City, Companies
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:30pm

\xe2\x80\x9cWhile macroeconomic uncertainty may periodically impact our stock, we see tremendous value in our long-term growth opportunities as we still only have approximately 5% market share of a large and growing total addressable market.

Key Points: 
  • \xe2\x80\x9cWhile macroeconomic uncertainty may periodically impact our stock, we see tremendous value in our long-term growth opportunities as we still only have approximately 5% market share of a large and growing total addressable market.
  • Paycom has the ability to serve businesses of all sizes and in every industry.
  • These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and are subject to business and economic risks.
  • Paycom undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513006029/en/\n'

Medical Design Excellence Awards (MDEA) Unveils 2021 Winners

Engineering, Health, Medical devices, Technology, Manufacturing, Other Technology, General Health, Informa, Medtech
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 11:00pm

b'Medical Design Excellence Awards (MDEA) , a prestigious award program recognizing cutting-edge achievements in medical product design, today announced the 2021 winners during the all-new Medtech Design Summit, during which Novo; Protolabs; HS Design, a SteriPack company; and Trelleborg sponsored sessions and Bressler Group, Inertia Engineering, and WeADD LDA sponsored Tech Talks.\nSince 1998, the MDEA program, organized by Informa Markets \xe2\x80\x93 Engineering, has celebrated the industry\'s foremost manufacturers designing and engineering groundbreaking medical devices that are changing patient care worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • b'Medical Design Excellence Awards (MDEA) , a prestigious award program recognizing cutting-edge achievements in medical product design, today announced the 2021 winners during the all-new Medtech Design Summit, during which Novo; Protolabs; HS Design, a SteriPack company; and Trelleborg sponsored sessions and Bressler Group, Inertia Engineering, and WeADD LDA sponsored Tech Talks.\nSince 1998, the MDEA program, organized by Informa Markets \xe2\x80\x93 Engineering, has celebrated the industry\'s foremost manufacturers designing and engineering groundbreaking medical devices that are changing patient care worldwide.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cWe are proud to applaud the standout companies that exemplify the best in innovation and are driving continued modernization in the highly complex and rapidly evolving health system.
  • Congratulations to each of the 2021 winners.
  • "\nJudging of the entries is conducted by an impartial panel of jurors\xe2\x80\x94comprising clinicians, engineers, and designers\xe2\x80\x94who carefully review all submissions and narrow the field to a select group of exceptional products in each category.

Pennsylvania American Water Signs Agreement to Purchase Foster Township West End Wastewater System

Social media, Utilities, Other Natural Resources, Energy, State, Local, Natural Resources, Environment, Construction & Property, Urban planning, Building Systems, Communications, Public policy, Government, Sewerage, Sanitation, Water pollution, American Water Works, Camden, New Jersey, RWE, Water industry, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania-American Water Company, Wastewater, Environmental engineering, Academic disciplines
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:45pm

b'Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), announced today that it has signed an agreement with Foster Township, Luzerne County, to purchase its West End wastewater collection system for $3.75 million.

Key Points: 
  • b'Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), announced today that it has signed an agreement with Foster Township, Luzerne County, to purchase its West End wastewater collection system for $3.75 million.
  • The agreement follows a recent vote by Foster Township\xe2\x80\x99s Board of Supervisors to accept Pennsylvania American Water\xe2\x80\x99s bid.\nUpon ownership, Pennsylvania American Water plans to invest approximately $1.28 million in upgrades to improve the system, including targeted improvements to address inflow and infiltration, new technology and control systems, and safety and security improvements at the system\xe2\x80\x99s four pump stations.\nAs part of the agreement, Pennsylvania American Water will adopt Foster Township\xe2\x80\x99s wastewater rates.
  • Pennsylvania American Water offers grants and discounted service to its low-income wastewater customers who qualify through its H2O Help to Others Program.\nPennsylvania American Water and Foster Township will seek approval of the acquisition from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
  • The transaction is expected to be complete by the end of 2021.\nPennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.

Domo and Choice Humanitarian Selected as Finalist in Fast Company’s 2021 World Changing Ideas Awards

Other Philanthropy, Data management, Philanthropy, Technology, Software, Domo, NHK, Information technology, Software, Articles
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:28pm

b'Domo (Nasdaq: DOMO) and CHOICE Humanitarian today announced their collaborative work to combat poverty in Nepal was recognized in the Fast Company 2021 World Changing Ideas Awards.

Key Points: 
  • b'Domo (Nasdaq: DOMO) and CHOICE Humanitarian today announced their collaborative work to combat poverty in Nepal was recognized in the Fast Company 2021 World Changing Ideas Awards.
  • Using Domo to quantify what had previously been anecdotes helped CHOICE pursue data-driven priorities across all of its efforts in Nepal and focus on leadership training in addition to income assistance programs.
  • With Domo, BI-critical processes that took weeks, months or more can now be done on-the-fly, in minutes or seconds, at unbelievable scale.
  • For more information about how Domo (Nasdaq: DOMO) helps its customers go fast, go big and go bold, visit www.domo.com .

Cohen Children’s Begins COVID-19 Vaccinations for 12- to 15-Year-Olds

Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Nursing, Managed care, General Health, Health, Infectious diseases, Hospitals, Vaccination, Vaccine, Virology
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:19pm

\xe2\x80\x9cWe've had many children who have gotten sick and passed on the virus to susceptible parents and grandparents.

Key Points: 
  • \xe2\x80\x9cWe've had many children who have gotten sick and passed on the virus to susceptible parents and grandparents.
  • This next step in the vaccination effort is huge.\xe2\x80\x9d\nAt a media event today at Cohen Children\xe2\x80\x99s, five youths volunteered to be among the first to receive the newly-approved vaccine.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cThree things to remember: This will be the first time we\xe2\x80\x99ll feel comfortable hugging, kissing and visiting our grandparents.
  • And finally, the vaccine will be required for some travel and events.\xe2\x80\x9d\nTo book a vaccine appointment for adolescents, 12-and-older, search for Pfizer locations at: https://www.northwell.edu/coronavirus-covid-19/vaccine/locations\n"

ProAssurance Elects Two Directors to Board Following NORCAL Acquisition

Professional services, Health, Insurance, Practice Management, Managed care, General Health
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:20pm

In accordance with the Agreement and Plan of Acquisition by and among ProAssurance Corporation, PRA Professional Liability Group, Inc., and NORCAL Mutual Insurance Company (\xe2\x80\x9cNORCAL\xe2\x80\x9d), Mr. Syphax and Dr. Cobarrubias were nominated by NORCAL, vetted by the Nominating/Corporate Governance Committee of ProAssurance, and elected by unanimous written consent of the ProAssurance Board of Directors on May 7, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • In accordance with the Agreement and Plan of Acquisition by and among ProAssurance Corporation, PRA Professional Liability Group, Inc., and NORCAL Mutual Insurance Company (\xe2\x80\x9cNORCAL\xe2\x80\x9d), Mr. Syphax and Dr. Cobarrubias were nominated by NORCAL, vetted by the Nominating/Corporate Governance Committee of ProAssurance, and elected by unanimous written consent of the ProAssurance Board of Directors on May 7, 2021.
  • Both Mr. Syphax and Dr. Cobarrubias join the Board effective immediately.\n\xe2\x80\x9cWe\xe2\x80\x99re pleased and excited to add Dr. Cobarrubias and Mr. Syphax to our Board of Directors,\xe2\x80\x9d said Ned Rand, President and Chief Executive Officer of ProAssurance.
  • Dr. Cobarrubias also served on the Board of Preferred Physicians Medical RRG, a NORCAL affiliate that provides specialty medical professional liability insurance for Anesthesia.\nDr.
  • ProAssurance Group is rated \xe2\x80\x9cA\xe2\x80\x9d (Excellent) by AM Best; ProAssurance and its operating subsidiaries are rated \xe2\x80\x9cA-\xe2\x80\x9d (Strong) by Fitch Ratings .

Advance Auto Parts to Report First Quarter 2021 Earnings on June 2, 2021

General Automotive, Other Automotive, Aftermarket, Automotive, Advance Auto Parts, Motor vehicles, Carquest, Automotive aftermarket, Aftermarket, Transport, Automotive industry
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:30pm

b'Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, will report its first quarter 2021 results before the market opens on Wednesday, June 2, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • b'Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, will report its first quarter 2021 results before the market opens on Wednesday, June 2, 2021.
  • Interested parties can listen to the event via a webcast scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, June 2, 2021.
  • A replay of the conference call will be available on the Advance website for one year.\nAdvance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers.
  • As of January 2, 2021, Advance operated 4,806 stores and 170 Worldpac branches in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Air Lease Corporation CEO to Speak at BofA Securities Transportation, Airlines and Industrials Conference

Professional services, Air, Transport, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Finance, ALC, New York Stock Exchange, Air Lease Corporation, Service companies, Companies
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:31pm

b'Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) announced today that John L. Plueger, Chief Executive Officer and President, will be speaking at the virtual BofA Securities Transportation, Airlines and Industrials Conference on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 11:20 a.m. Eastern Time.

Key Points: 
  • b'Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) announced today that John L. Plueger, Chief Executive Officer and President, will be speaking at the virtual BofA Securities Transportation, Airlines and Industrials Conference on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 11:20 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • This speaking engagement will be broadcast live through a link on the Investors page of the Air Lease Corporation website at www.airleasecorp.com .
  • Alternatively, virtual attendees may access the webcast directly via this link: BofA Securities Transportation, Airlines and Industrials Conference .
  • Investors and potential investors are encouraged to consult the ALC website regularly for important information about ALC.

hear.com Announces Postponement of Its Initial Public Offering

Health, Medical devices, Other Health, Finance, Financial markets, Stock market, Initial public offering, Morgan Stanley, Underwriting, Security, Offering, Financial services
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:16pm

b'hear.com N.V., the largest online provider of expert, medical-grade hearing care globally, today announced that it has postponed plans for its initial public offering due to current challenging equity market conditions.

Key Points: 
  • b'hear.com N.V., the largest online provider of expert, medical-grade hearing care globally, today announced that it has postponed plans for its initial public offering due to current challenging equity market conditions.
  • The company will continue to monitor the market for more stable conditions.\nMorgan Stanley and J.P. Morgan are acting as joint lead book-running managers for the proposed offering and as representatives of the underwriters for the proposed offering.
  • These Securities may not be sold nor may offers to buy be accepted until the Registration Statement becomes effective.
  • hear.com has helped millions get on the path to better hearing with its Hearing Success Program.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513006018/en/\n'

Heritage Global Inc. Announces 2021 First Quarter Results

Banking, Professional services, Finance, Fundamental analysis, Finance, Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, Private equity, Profit, Mergers and acquisitions, Money, Intangible assets, Goodwill, Economy
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:15pm

To access the replay, dial 844-512-2921 (domestic) or 412-317-6671 (international).

Key Points: 
  • To access the replay, dial 844-512-2921 (domestic) or 412-317-6671 (international).
  • Adjusted EBITDA reflects EBITDA adjusted further to eliminate the effects of stock-based compensation and any goodwill impairments.
  • Management uses EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA in assessing the Company\xe2\x80\x99s results, evaluating the Company\xe2\x80\x99s performance and in reaching operating and strategic decisions.
  • Heritage Global focuses on identifying, valuing, acquiring and monetizing underlying tangible and intangible assets across twenty-eight global sectors.

Greenbrook TMS Provides Update on Public Offering

Biotechnology, General Health, Mental health, Medical devices, Health, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Initial public offering, Prospectus, Registration statement
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 10:05pm

The Company expects to amend the Prospectus and the Registration Statement prior to the Offering.

Key Points: 
  • The Company expects to amend the Prospectus and the Registration Statement prior to the Offering.
  • Prospective Canadian investors should clearly indicate in their request that they are a Canadian prospective investor and are requesting a copy of the Canadian Prospectus.
  • TMS therapy provides local electromagnetic stimulation to specific brain regions known to be directly associated with mood regulation.
  • In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking information.

Repare Therapeutics Provides Business Update and Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results

FDA, Health, Clinical trials, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Communication, Forward-looking statement, PARP inhibitor, XC2
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:45pm

The PARP inhibitor and RP-3500 combination arm is now recruiting,\xe2\x80\x9d said Lloyd M. Segal, President and Chief Executive Officer of Repare.

Key Points: 
  • The PARP inhibitor and RP-3500 combination arm is now recruiting,\xe2\x80\x9d said Lloyd M. Segal, President and Chief Executive Officer of Repare.
  • For more information, please visit reparerx.com.\nSNIPRx\xc2\xae is a registered trademark of Repare Therapeutics Inc.\nThis press release contains \xe2\x80\x9cforward-looking statements\xe2\x80\x9d within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
  • These forward-looking statements are based on the Company\xe2\x80\x99s expectations and assumptions as of the date of this press release.
  • The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained herein, whether as a result of any new information, future events, changed circumstances or otherwise, except as otherwise required by law.\n'

Archer to Present at the BofA Securities Transportation, Airlines & Industrials Conference

Air, Transport, Aerospace, Manufacturing, 73rd United States Congress, Securities Act, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:30pm

b"Archer, a leading Urban Air Mobility (\xe2\x80\x9cUAM\xe2\x80\x9d) company and developer of all-electric vertical take-off and landing (\xe2\x80\x9ceVTOL\xe2\x80\x9d) aircraft, announced today that it will present at the BofA Securities Transportation, Airlines & Industrials Conference.

Key Points: 
  • b"Archer, a leading Urban Air Mobility (\xe2\x80\x9cUAM\xe2\x80\x9d) company and developer of all-electric vertical take-off and landing (\xe2\x80\x9ceVTOL\xe2\x80\x9d) aircraft, announced today that it will present at the BofA Securities Transportation, Airlines & Industrials Conference.
  • Atlas Crest priced its $500 million initial public offering on October 27, 2020.\nArcher\xe2\x80\x99s mission is to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility.
  • Archer\xe2\x80\x99s goal is to move people throughout the world's cities in a quick, safe, sustainable, and cost-effective manner.
  • No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513006009/en/\n"

Alex. Brown Realty & Student Quarters Acquire 440-Bed Community Near The University of Alabama

Education, Residential Building & Real Estate, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, REIT, University, States of the United States, United States, Alabama, ABR
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 8:59pm

Brown Realty, Inc. (ABR) and Atlanta-based owner-operator Student Quarters has acquired Riverfront Village, a 440-bed student housing property near the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.

Key Points: 
  • Brown Realty, Inc. (ABR) and Atlanta-based owner-operator Student Quarters has acquired Riverfront Village, a 440-bed student housing property near the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.
  • ABR Chesapeake Fund VI, a value-add real estate fund sponsored by ABR, invested $7.4 million in the joint venture.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cThe University of Alabama is truly one of the cornerstone markets in student housing.
  • Brown Realty, Inc. (ABR) is a privately-owned real estate investment manager organized in 1972 and headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.

Iron Mountain Announces Investment Conference Participation

Technology, Finance, Security, Professional services, Software, Networks, Hardware, Data management, Other Professional Services, Finance, Money, Economy, New York Stock Exchange, Investor relations, Webcast, IRM
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:05pm

b'Iron Mountain Incorporated (NYSE: IRM), the global leader in innovative storage and information management services, today announced it will present at two upcoming investor conferences:\nBerenberg USA Conference 2021: on Wednesday, May 19th Barry Hytinen, EVP & CFO will present at 1:00 pm ET.

Key Points: 
  • b'Iron Mountain Incorporated (NYSE: IRM), the global leader in innovative storage and information management services, today announced it will present at two upcoming investor conferences:\nBerenberg USA Conference 2021: on Wednesday, May 19th Barry Hytinen, EVP & CFO will present at 1:00 pm ET.
  • You may access the webcast on the Investor Relations section of www.ironmountain.com under News & Events, Investor Events or access it here: Webcast Link.
  • The replay will be available until May 19, 2022.
  • Founded in 1951 and trusted by more than 225,000 customers worldwide, Iron Mountain helps customers CLIMB HIGHER\xe2\x84\xa2 to transform their businesses.

Aptinyx Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Highlights

Biotechnology, FDA, Other Health, Health, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Mental health, Other Science, Research, Science, Clinical trials, Administrative law, Criminal law, Discretion, Public administration, Articles, Law, Justice
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:05pm

Any such consideration would be a matter for review at the FDA\xe2\x80\x99s discretion following the completion of the study.

Key Points: 
  • Any such consideration would be a matter for review at the FDA\xe2\x80\x99s discretion following the completion of the study.
  • Aptinyx expects its current cash balance to support anticipated operations into 2023.\nCollaboration Revenue: Revenue was $1.0 million for the first quarter of 2021 compared to $0.8 million for same period in 2020.
  • ET to review its financial results and highlights for the first quarter of 2021 and subsequent period.
  • Aptinyx undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.\n'

Physicians Realty Trust Announces Ratings Upgrade To ‘BBB’ From Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services

Health, Hospitals, Practice Management, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, General Health, REIT, Real estate investment trust, Investment trust
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:01pm

b'Physicians Realty Trust (NYSE:DOC) (the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany,\xe2\x80\x9d the \xe2\x80\x9cTrust,\xe2\x80\x9d and \xe2\x80\x9cwe\xe2\x80\x9d), a self-managed healthcare real estate investment trust, today announced that Standard & Poor\xe2\x80\x99s Ratings Services (\xe2\x80\x9cS&P\xe2\x80\x9d) has upgraded each of the Company\xe2\x80\x99s corporate credit ratings to \xe2\x80\x98BBB\xe2\x80\x99 with a stable outlook, from the previous rating of \xe2\x80\x98BBB-\xe2\x80\x99.

Key Points: 
  • b'Physicians Realty Trust (NYSE:DOC) (the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany,\xe2\x80\x9d the \xe2\x80\x9cTrust,\xe2\x80\x9d and \xe2\x80\x9cwe\xe2\x80\x9d), a self-managed healthcare real estate investment trust, today announced that Standard & Poor\xe2\x80\x99s Ratings Services (\xe2\x80\x9cS&P\xe2\x80\x9d) has upgraded each of the Company\xe2\x80\x99s corporate credit ratings to \xe2\x80\x98BBB\xe2\x80\x99 with a stable outlook, from the previous rating of \xe2\x80\x98BBB-\xe2\x80\x99.
  • Medical office buildings have proven to be among the most resilient sectors of real estate, and Physicians Realty Trust remains committed to delivering long-term value for our shareholders.\xe2\x80\x9d\nPhysicians Realty Trust is a self-managed healthcare real estate company organized to acquire, selectively develop, own and manage healthcare properties that are leased to physicians, hospitals and healthcare delivery systems.
  • The Company invests in real estate that is integral to providing high quality healthcare.
  • The Company is a Maryland real estate investment trust and has elected to be taxed as a REIT for U.S. federal income tax purposes.

Coursera to Participate in the 16th Annual Needham Virtual Technology & Media Conference

Primary, Secondary, Education, Technology, Software, Continuing, Internet, University, Science and technology in the United States, Open educational resources, Artificial intelligence, Coursera, California, Cour, Daphne Koller, Andrew Ng
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:10pm

b'Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR) announces that Ken Hahn, Coursera\xe2\x80\x99s chief financial officer, is scheduled to participate in a fireside chat at the 16th Annual Needham Virtual Technology & Media Conference on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 9:45 a.m. PT / 12:45 p.m. ET.\nIn compliance with disclosure obligations under Regulation FD, Coursera announces material information to the public through a variety of means, including filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, press releases, company blog posts, public conference calls and webcasts, as well as the investor relations website.\nCoursera was launched in 2012 by two Stanford Computer Science professors, Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller, with a mission to provide universal access to world-class learning.

Key Points: 
  • b'Coursera, Inc. (NYSE: COUR) announces that Ken Hahn, Coursera\xe2\x80\x99s chief financial officer, is scheduled to participate in a fireside chat at the 16th Annual Needham Virtual Technology & Media Conference on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 9:45 a.m. PT / 12:45 p.m. ET.\nIn compliance with disclosure obligations under Regulation FD, Coursera announces material information to the public through a variety of means, including filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, press releases, company blog posts, public conference calls and webcasts, as well as the investor relations website.\nCoursera was launched in 2012 by two Stanford Computer Science professors, Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller, with a mission to provide universal access to world-class learning.
  • It is now one of the largest online learning platforms in the world, with 82 million registered learners as of March 31, 2021.
  • Coursera partners with over 200 leading university and industry partners to offer a broad catalog of content and credentials, including Guided Projects, courses, Specializations, certificates, and bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s and master\xe2\x80\x99s degrees.
  • More than 6,000 institutions have used Coursera to upskill and reskill their employees, citizens, and students, including in high-demand fields such as data science, technology, and business.\n'

AMTD International Inc. Closes 2020 with Strong Results Amid COVID

Banking, Professional services, Finance
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:10pm

Despite the challenging global market environment during COVID, AMTD International achieved solid business performance and delivered an upbeat set of results in 2020: the Company recorded a net profit of HK$1,139 million, a 37.1% year-on-year increase, total equity reached HK$9.7 billion, and assets under management at over HK$26 billion, reaching a new height in AMTD International\xe2\x80\x99s operating history.

Key Points: 
  • Despite the challenging global market environment during COVID, AMTD International achieved solid business performance and delivered an upbeat set of results in 2020: the Company recorded a net profit of HK$1,139 million, a 37.1% year-on-year increase, total equity reached HK$9.7 billion, and assets under management at over HK$26 billion, reaching a new height in AMTD International\xe2\x80\x99s operating history.
  • Its comprehensive one-stop financial service solutions strategy addresses different clients\xe2\x80\x99 diverse and inter-connected financial needs across all phases of their life cycles.
  • These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as \xe2\x80\x9cwill,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9cexpects,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9canticipates,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9caims,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9cfuture,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9cintends,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9cplans,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9cbelieves,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9cestimates,\xe2\x80\x9d \xe2\x80\x9clikely to,\xe2\x80\x9d and similar statements.
  • Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about AMTD\xe2\x80\x99s beliefs, plans, and expectations, are forward-looking statements.

Luminar Provides Business Update and First Quarter Results

Software, Technology, Other Technology, Luminar, Forward-looking statement, Software, Communication design
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:00pm

Following the introduction of Sentinel last quarter, Luminar kicked off the next phase of its software development through its partnership with Zenseact.

Key Points: 
  • Following the introduction of Sentinel last quarter, Luminar kicked off the next phase of its software development through its partnership with Zenseact.
  • Luminar expects to increase its \xe2\x80\x9cmajor commercial win\xe2\x80\x9d guidance at its next quarterly business update call.\nForward-Looking Order Book: Luminar has been targeting growth of 40% from its year-end 2020 forward-looking order book of $1.3 billion, driven by major commercial wins.
  • This is enabled in part by Luminar successfully raising $154 million from warrants in the first quarter.
  • If any of these risks materialize or our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements.

Assurant Board of Directors Authorizes Additional $900 Million in Share Repurchases; Declares Quarterly Common Stock Dividend of $0.66 per Share

Professional services, Insurance, Finance, Communication, Forward-looking statement, Dividend, Assurant, Articles, Service companies
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:15pm

\xe2\x80\x9cOur long-standing track record of strong capital return is supported by the ongoing significant cash flow generation from our market-leading Connected World offerings and specialty P&C businesses, along with the disciplined management of our business portfolio.\xe2\x80\x9d\nIn addition, the company\xe2\x80\x99s Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.66 per share of common stock.

Key Points: 
  • \xe2\x80\x9cOur long-standing track record of strong capital return is supported by the ongoing significant cash flow generation from our market-leading Connected World offerings and specialty P&C businesses, along with the disciplined management of our business portfolio.\xe2\x80\x9d\nIn addition, the company\xe2\x80\x99s Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.66 per share of common stock.
  • Anticipating the evolving needs of consumers, Assurant partners with the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading brands to develop innovative products and services and to deliver an enhanced customer experience.
  • Any forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon our historical performance and on current plans, estimates and expectations.
  • We undertake no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or other developments.

HyreCar Announces Record First Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Other Transport, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Automotive, General Automotive, Transport, Other Technology, Software, Fleet management, Economy, Financial services, Money, Accounting standards, Amortization, Loans, Real estate, Bas, GAAP, Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:01pm

See the reconciliations of these measures to their respective most directly comparable GAAP measure below in this press release.\nTotal revenue in the first quarter of 2021, increased 29% to a record $7.4 million, compared to $5.8 million, in the first quarter of 2020.

Key Points: 
  • See the reconciliations of these measures to their respective most directly comparable GAAP measure below in this press release.\nTotal revenue in the first quarter of 2021, increased 29% to a record $7.4 million, compared to $5.8 million, in the first quarter of 2020.
  • Revenue growth in the first quarter was primarily driven by rental days increasing 31% to approximately 300,000 in the first quarter March 31, 2021.\nGross profit for the first quarter of 2021 was $2.7 million, increasing from $2.2 million in the same period last year.
  • Adjusted net loss for the first quarter, after excluding certain non-cash stock-based compensation, depreciation and amortization, was $3.4 million, or $(0.16) per share.
  • HYRE uses the non-GAAP financial measures in evaluating its operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes.\nThe accompanying tables provide more detail on the GAAP financial measures that are most directly comparable to the non-GAAP financial measures described above and the related reconciliations between these financial measures.

Floor & Decor Accelerates its Growth in Commercial Flooring with the Acquisition of Spartan Surfaces

Interior design, Retail, Other Construction & Property, Home Goods, Specialty, Construction & Property, Floors, Floor & Decor, Flooring
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:05pm

The acquisition will be financed with cash-on-hand and $5 million of Floor & Decor common stock.

Key Points: 
  • The acquisition will be financed with cash-on-hand and $5 million of Floor & Decor common stock.
  • It is expected to be accretive but not material to Floor & Decor\xe2\x80\x99s diluted earnings per share for fiscal 2021, excluding transaction and integration costs.
  • Spartan Surfaces will operate as a subsidiary of Floor & Decor Holdings, Inc. and will continue to be led by the Spartan Surfaces senior management team.
  • For more information, visit www.flooranddecor.com .\nFounded in 2007, Spartan Surfaces is a fast-growing commercial specialty hard-surface flooring distribution company that focuses on specifying and selling commercial flooring through the Architect and Design Community, end users and commercial flooring contractors.

IndyCar Drivers Take Flight at LIFT Academy

General Sports, Automotive Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Education, Transportation, Training, Travel, Women, Sports, MEN, Air, Transport, Motor Sports, Consumer, Aviation, Airlines, Human activities, Flight simulator, Flight training, Real-time simulation, Virtual reality, Republic Airways, US Airways
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 8:44pm

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513005991/en/\nNNT INDYCAR Series drivers Spencer Pigot, Dalton Kellett and Kyle Kaiser visit LIFT Academy in Indianapolis to take their skills from the race car to airplane with a discovery flight from Indianapolis International Airport.

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513005991/en/\nNNT INDYCAR Series drivers Spencer Pigot, Dalton Kellett and Kyle Kaiser visit LIFT Academy in Indianapolis to take their skills from the race car to airplane with a discovery flight from Indianapolis International Airport.
  • I think I want to learn how to do this.\xe2\x80\x9d\nLIFT Academy is owned by Indianapolis-based Republic Airways and is the first U.S. airline-owned and operated ab initio flight training program in the new generation of flight training.
  • Less than three years later, it has quickly become one of the largest flight schools in the nation with nearly 300 students from across the United States coming to train in Indianapolis.\nAbout LIFT Academy: Leadership In Flight Training (LIFT) Academy is a U.S.-based commercial aviation pilot training school owned and operated by Republic Airways.
  • Students receive instruction from experienced pilots, under FAA and industry standards, with the most advanced equipment and curriculum that combines flight, flight simulator, online and in-classroom training.

PhaseBio Reports First-Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Recent Business Highlights

Science, Cardiology, Other Science, Biotechnology, Research, Pharmaceutical, Health, Clinical trials, Microsoft, Software, Operating systems, Communication, Forward-looking statement, Private Securities Litigation Reform Act, LinkedIn, Twitter
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:00pm

Additionally, the data demonstrated stability in functional status with no clinically-meaningful deterioration for two patients at two and six months after treatment.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, the data demonstrated stability in functional status with no clinically-meaningful deterioration for two patients at two and six months after treatment.
  • PhaseBio is eligible to receive up to an additional $30 million of funding if specific, pre-defined clinical development milestones for bentracimab are met.\nCash and cash equivalents at March 31, 2021 were $77.0 million, compared to $28.1 million at December 31, 2020.
  • For more information, please visit www.phasebio.com , and follow us on Twitter @PhaseBio and LinkedIn .\nThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
  • These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof, and PhaseBio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. disclaims any obligation to update these statements except as may be required by law.\n"

PS Business Parks, Inc. Announces Departure of John W. Petersen, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

Residential Building & Real Estate, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, REIT
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:05pm

b'PS Business Parks, Inc. (NYSE:PSB) (the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) announced today that John W. Petersen will resign as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company on or about June 11, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • b'PS Business Parks, Inc. (NYSE:PSB) (the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) announced today that John W. Petersen will resign as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company on or about June 11, 2021.
  • Mr. Petersen has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer since he joined the Company in December 2004.\n\xe2\x80\x9cJ.P.\xe2\x80\x99s extraordinary efforts over the nearly 17 years he has been part of the team, and his leadership over the last year\xe2\x80\x94one of the most difficult operating environments in our Company\xe2\x80\x99s history\xe2\x80\x94have positioned the Company for continued growth and delivery of significant shareholder value.
  • Other members of the Company\xe2\x80\x99s executive and divisional management teams will assume Mr. Petersen\xe2\x80\x99s responsibilities while the Company conducts an internal and external search for a new Chief Operating Officer.
  • Located primarily in major coastal markets, the Company\xe2\x80\x99s 98 properties include approximately 5,000 tenants, in 28 million square feet, and approximately 800 residential units inclusive of units in-process.\nAdditional information about PS Business Parks, Inc. is available on the Company\xe2\x80\x99s website, which can be found at psbusinessparks.com.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513005989/en/\n'

Procaps Group Reports Record First Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Medical devices, Medical Supplies, Hospitals, Finance, Diabetes, Professional services, Biotechnology, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Health, Pharmaceuticals policy, Health sciences, Health, Drugs, Clinical pharmacology, Pharmacy, Prescription drug, Over-the-counter drug, Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, Dietary supplement
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:01pm

Procaps Group expects full-year Adjusted EBITDA margin expansion from 22% in 2019 to 26% in 2021 with strong positive free cash flow.

Key Points: 
  • Procaps Group expects full-year Adjusted EBITDA margin expansion from 22% in 2019 to 26% in 2021 with strong positive free cash flow.
  • Procaps has a direct presence in 13 countries in Latin America and has more than 5,000 collaborators working under a sustainable model.
  • Procaps develops, manufactures, and markets over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription drugs, nutritional supplements and high-potency clinical solutions.
  • A number of factors could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements.

INVESTOR ALERT: Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces the Filing of a Securities Class Action on Behalf of Skillz Inc. f/k/a Flying Eagle Acquisition Corp. (SKLZ) Investors

Legal, Professional services, Skillz
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 8:41pm

b'Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased Skillz Inc. f/k/a Flying Eagle Acquisition Corp. ("Skillz" or the "Company") (NYSE: SKLZ ) securities between December 16, 2020 and April 19, 2021, inclusive (the \xe2\x80\x9cClass Period\xe2\x80\x9d).

Key Points: 
  • b'Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased Skillz Inc. f/k/a Flying Eagle Acquisition Corp. ("Skillz" or the "Company") (NYSE: SKLZ ) securities between December 16, 2020 and April 19, 2021, inclusive (the \xe2\x80\x9cClass Period\xe2\x80\x9d).
  • Skillz investors have until July 7, 2021 to file a lead plaintiff motion.\nInvestors suffering losses on their Skillz investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com .\nOn March 8, 2021, Wolfpack Research published a report about the Company alleging that the growth speculations from Skillz and its insiders were \xe2\x80\x9centirely unrealistic\xe2\x80\x9d and that Skillz\xe2\x80\x99s top three games, representing 88% of Skillz\xe2\x80\x99s revenue, reported a decline in downloads since the third quarter of 2020.\nOn this news, Skillz\xe2\x80\x99s stock price fell $3.00 per share, or 10.9%, to close at $24.45, thereby injuring investors.\nOn April 19, 2021, Eagle Eye Research posted an anonymous report on Twitter in which it claimed that, through the use of providing users with incentive Bonus Payments, \xe2\x80\x9cthe company likely recognizes substantial non-cash revenue and [] cash revenues may be less than \xc2\xbd of GAAP revenue.\xe2\x80\x9d\nOn this news, Skillz\xe2\x80\x99s stock price fell $1.00 per share, or 6.61%, to close at $14.11 on April 19, 2021.
  • Shares continued to decline to close at $12.55 on April 20, 2021, thereby injuring investors further.\nThe complaint filed alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company\xe2\x80\x99s business, operations, and prospects.
  • Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) three games responsible for a majority of Skillz\'s revenues had declined substantially; (2) Skillz\'s revenue recognition policy misrepresented the financial condition of the company; (3) unrealistic market growth, specifically in the Android market; and (4) as a result, Defendants\' statements about its business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.\nIf you purchased Skillz securities, have information or would like to learn more about these claims, or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Howard G. Smith, Esquire, of Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, 3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020, by telephone at (215) 638-4847, toll-free at (888) 638-4847, or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com , or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com .\nThis press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513005987/en/\n'

Pretzel Fans Rejoice -- Utz® Introduces Twisterz Seasoned Mini Pretzels!

Retail, Discount, Variety, Convenience store, Supermarket, Specialty, Food, Beverage, Food and drink, Cuisine, Snack foods, Hanover, Pennsylvania, Utz Brands, Cuisine of Philadelphia, Pretzel, Utz
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 8:45pm

b'The Utz\xc2\xae Brand, makers of iconic potato chips, pretzels and cheese balls, is pleased to introduce their newest innovation, Utz\xc2\xae Twisterz\xe2\x84\xa2 Seasoned Mini Pretzels.

Key Points: 
  • b'The Utz\xc2\xae Brand, makers of iconic potato chips, pretzels and cheese balls, is pleased to introduce their newest innovation, Utz\xc2\xae Twisterz\xe2\x84\xa2 Seasoned Mini Pretzels.
  • Available in a convenient 21 oz barrel, which seals in freshness, Utz\xe2\x80\x99s Twisterz will quickly become your anytime, all-the-time favorite snack!\nAs a category leader in pretzels and the number one provider of convenient sized pretzel barrels, Utz\xe2\x80\x99s NEW Twisterz Seasoned Mini Pretzels join the recently introduced Utz\xc2\xae Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Bites\xe2\x84\xa2.
  • Utz continues to innovate and bring incremental consumer excitement to the pretzel category.\n\xe2\x80\x9cUtz continues to generate strong growth through innovation, acquisition and geographic growth\xe2\x80\x9d said Dylan Lissette, CEO, Utz Brands, Inc. \xe2\x80\x9cAnd, as a leader in pretzels and pretzel barrel sales, we see these new Utz Twisterz Seasoned Mini Pretzels as a further extension of our pretzel capabilities.
  • Twisterz, not unlike our new Utz Peanut Butter Filled Pretzel Bites, are sure to delight brand fans and make new ones too!\xe2\x80\x9d\nThe NEW Utz\xc2\xae Twisterz\xe2\x84\xa2 Seasoned Mini Pretzels are hitting the market June 7th and will be sold in leading retailers across the US as well as on-line at the Utz On-Line Store .

DermTech Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Biotechnology, General Health, Medical devices, Health, Oncology, Financial accounting, Fiscal year
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:01pm

Billable sample volume increased 61% to approximately 9,400 for the three months ended March 31, 2021, compared to approximately 5,800 for the same period of 2020.

Key Points: 
  • Billable sample volume increased 61% to approximately 9,400 for the three months ended March 31, 2021, compared to approximately 5,800 for the same period of 2020.
  • Assay gross margin for the three months ended March 31, 2021 was 10%, compared to negative 46% for the same period of 2020.
  • Management anticipates providing fiscal year 2021 revenue guidance at the time of its second quarter earnings announcement, to the extent practicable, based on available information at that time.\nDermTech will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the first quarter financial results on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. Pacific time / 4:30 p.m. Eastern time.
  • These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results.

EPR Properties Announces Conference Call Access to Annual Meeting of Shareholders

Construction & Property, Professional services, REIT, Finance, Shareholders, Meetings, Articles, Annual general meeting, Proxy statement, Proxy, Corporate law, Corporations, Human communication
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:15pm

b'EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) announced today that due to the continuing public health issues arising from the COVID-19 pandemic and to support the health and well-being of its shareholders, it is providing conference call access to its 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Annual Meeting") to be held on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. (Central Time).\nWhile attendance in person at the Annual Meeting will still be permitted, the Company is providing all shareholders with the option to access the Annual Meeting via the conference call, rather than attending the Annual Meeting in person as a precautionary health and safety measure.

Key Points: 
  • b'EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) announced today that due to the continuing public health issues arising from the COVID-19 pandemic and to support the health and well-being of its shareholders, it is providing conference call access to its 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Annual Meeting") to be held on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. (Central Time).\nWhile attendance in person at the Annual Meeting will still be permitted, the Company is providing all shareholders with the option to access the Annual Meeting via the conference call, rather than attending the Annual Meeting in person as a precautionary health and safety measure.
  • In addition, only Company officers needed to conduct the business of the meeting will be present, and no other officers or trustees will be attending the meeting in person.
  • Shareholders may listen to the formal proceedings of the Annual Meeting, followed by a brief business update of the Company, by accessing the Annual Meeting via the conference call.\nIf shareholders not attending the Annual Meeting wish to submit questions, they may do so by emailing annualmeeting@eprkc.com by May 27, 2021.
  • Whether or not shareholders plan to attend the Annual Meeting, the Company urges shareholders to vote and submit their proxy in advance of the Annual Meeting by one of the methods described in the Proxy Statement and notice for the Annual Meeting.\nTo access the conference call, which will be audio only, dial (866) 587-2930 and when prompted, provide the passcode 9078811.

AM Best Assigns Credit Ratings to Nectaris Re Ltd.

Insurance, Professional services, Credit rating agencies, AM Best, Credit rating, Economy
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 8:34pm

b'AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of \xe2\x80\x9ca\xe2\x80\x9d (Excellent) to Nectaris Re Ltd. (Nectaris Re), the operating subsidiary of Nectaris Holdings Ltd. (both domiciled in Bermuda).

Key Points: 
  • b'AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of \xe2\x80\x9ca\xe2\x80\x9d (Excellent) to Nectaris Re Ltd. (Nectaris Re), the operating subsidiary of Nectaris Holdings Ltd. (both domiciled in Bermuda).
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best\xe2\x80\x99s Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper media use of Best\xe2\x80\x99s Credit Ratings and AM Best press releases, please view Guide for Media - Proper Use of Best\xe2\x80\x99s Credit Ratings and AM Best Rating Action Press Releases .\nAM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry.
  • For more information, visit www.ambest.com .\nCopyright \xc2\xa9 2021 by A.M. Best Rating Services, Inc. and/or its affiliates.

SHAREHOLDER ACTION ALERT: The Schall Law Firm Reminds Investors of a Class Action Lawsuit Against Aterian, Inc. and Encourages Investors with Losses in Excess of $100,000 to Contact the Firm

Legal, Professional services, Pricing, Rebate, Sales promotion
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 8:32pm

You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com , or by email at brian@schallfirm.com .\nThe class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney.

Key Points: 
  • You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com , or by email at brian@schallfirm.com .\nThe class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney.
  • If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.\nAccording to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market.
  • The Company used rebate programs and paid reviews to bolster their product offerings.
  • Based on these facts, the Company\xe2\x80\x99s public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period.

TFF Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Business Update

Research, Clinical trials, Biotechnology, Other Health, Health, Pharmaceutical, General Health, Other Science, Science, Communication, Forward-looking statement
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:00pm

b'TFF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: TFFP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative drug products based on its patented Thin Film Freezing (TFF) technology platform, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021, as well as provided a business update on recent corporate and clinical developments.

Key Points: 
  • b'TFF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: TFFP), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative drug products based on its patented Thin Film Freezing (TFF) technology platform, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021, as well as provided a business update on recent corporate and clinical developments.
  • Those forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially.
  • TFF Pharmaceuticals cautions readers not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements.
  • TFF Pharmaceuticals does not undertake, and specifically disclaims, any obligation to update or revise such statements to reflect new circumstances or unanticipated events as they occur, except as required by law.\n'

Everest Re Group Announces Dividend

Professional services, Insurance, Finance, Reinsurance companies, XE-class submarine, Everest Re
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:15pm

b'Everest Re Group, Ltd. (\xe2\x80\x9cEverest\xe2\x80\x9d or the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) announced that its Board of Directors declared a dividend of $1.55 per share payable on or before June 9, 2021 to all shareholders of record as of May 26, 2021.\nEverest Re Group, Ltd. (\xe2\x80\x9cEverest\xe2\x80\x9d) is a leading global provider of reinsurance and insurance, operating for close to 50 years through subsidiaries in the U.S., Europe, Singapore, Canada, Bermuda and other territories.\nEverest offers property, casualty, and specialty products through its various operating affiliates located in key markets around the world.\nEverest common stock (NYSE:RE) is a component of the S&P 500 index.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513005976/en/\n'

Key Points: 
  • b'Everest Re Group, Ltd. (\xe2\x80\x9cEverest\xe2\x80\x9d or the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) announced that its Board of Directors declared a dividend of $1.55 per share payable on or before June 9, 2021 to all shareholders of record as of May 26, 2021.\nEverest Re Group, Ltd. (\xe2\x80\x9cEverest\xe2\x80\x9d) is a leading global provider of reinsurance and insurance, operating for close to 50 years through subsidiaries in the U.S., Europe, Singapore, Canada, Bermuda and other territories.\nEverest offers property, casualty, and specialty products through its various operating affiliates located in key markets around the world.\nEverest common stock (NYSE:RE) is a component of the S&P 500 index.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513005976/en/\n'

Travel + Leisure Co. Declares Cash Dividend

Lodging, Destinations, Travel, Vacation, Timeshare, Travel, Tourism, Companies, Travel + Leisure Co., Destination club, Travel + Leisure, Wyndham, Expedia Group
Thursday, May 13, 2021 - 9:30pm

b'Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) announced today its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.30 per share on its common stock, payable June 30, 2021 to shareholders of record as of June 15, 2021.\nAbout Travel + Leisure Co.\nTravel + Leisure Co. is the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading membership and leisure travel company, with nearly 20 travel brands across its resort, travel club, and lifestyle portfolio.

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  • b'Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) announced today its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.30 per share on its common stock, payable June 30, 2021 to shareholders of record as of June 15, 2021.\nAbout Travel + Leisure Co.\nTravel + Leisure Co. is the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading membership and leisure travel company, with nearly 20 travel brands across its resort, travel club, and lifestyle portfolio.
  • The company provides outstanding vacation experiences and travel inspiration to millions of owners, members, and subscribers every year through its products and services: Wyndham Destinations, the largest vacation ownership company with more than 245 vacation club resort locations across the globe; Panorama, the world\xe2\x80\x99s foremost membership travel business that includes the largest vacation exchange company, industry-leading travel technology, and subscription travel brands; and Travel + Leisure Group, featuring top online and print travel content, online booking platforms and travel clubs, and branded consumer products.
  • At Travel + Leisure Co., our global team of associates brings hospitality to millions, turning vacation inspiration into exceptional travel experiences.
  • We put the world on vacation.

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