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State Street Launches StreetFX℠ Solution for T+1 Settlement

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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In preparation for the US equity market’s transition to a T+1 settlement cycle scheduled for May 28, 2024, State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) today announced that it is offering an automated workflow solution and integration with DTCC within State Street’s foreign exchange (FX) trading service, StreetFX℠.

Key Points: 
  • In preparation for the US equity market’s transition to a T+1 settlement cycle scheduled for May 28, 2024, State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) today announced that it is offering an automated workflow solution and integration with DTCC within State Street’s foreign exchange (FX) trading service, StreetFX℠.
  • “State Street is helping to drive solutions that address critical performance drivers by rolling out an automated FX execution solution to facilitate the US securities market’s transition to T+1 settlement,” said Tony Bisegna, head of State Street Global Markets.
  • We are pleased that our collaboration with State Street reinforces that CTM represents an efficient and cost-effective solution to address the FX trading challenges that come with a shorter settlement cycle,” said Val Wotton, DTCC managing director and general manager, ITP.
  • It seamlessly integrates within clients’ existing infrastructure to create an end-to-end solution that increases consistency and decreases operational risk.

Natera Recognized on U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Companies to Work for in Healthcare Ranking

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, today announced that it has been named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best companies to work for in healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, today announced that it has been named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best companies to work for in healthcare.
  • Natera was ranked among 349 companies across 20 fields of work on factors contributing to job seekers’ decision-making when choosing a workplace that best meets their needs in their industries of interest.
  • In healthcare specifically, Natera earned a spot on the industry list alongside companies across different elements of healthcare operations and services, including biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and hospital operations.
  • To learn more about career opportunities at Natera and the core values that define company culture, please visit: www.natera.com/company/careers/ .

Arthur D. Little Global E-Mobility Readiness Index Highlights Surge in EV Adoption

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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Arthur D. Little (ADL) today released its 2023 Global E-Mobility Readiness Index (GEMRIX), which has measured progress toward preparedness for electric vehicle (EV) adoption in 35 countries across all continents.

Key Points: 
  • Arthur D. Little (ADL) today released its 2023 Global E-Mobility Readiness Index (GEMRIX), which has measured progress toward preparedness for electric vehicle (EV) adoption in 35 countries across all continents.
  • This makes it the most comprehensive EV market readiness indicator available in the industry today.
  • The expansion highlights a notable surge in global EV adoption, driven by government initiatives and consumer willingness.
  • Dr. Andreas Schlosser, Partner at Arthur D. Little, comments: “Demonstrating the shift to electric mobility, the ADL Global E-Mobility Readiness Index documents significant progress over the last year.

DIAMONDROCK HOSPITALITY RECOGNIZED AS A SECTOR LEADER BY GRESB

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Monday, October 23, 2023
Benchmark, Real estate, NYSE, ESG, DRH, Peer group, Retail

BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DiamondRock Hospitality Company (the "Company") (NYSE: DRH) is pleased to announce that the Company has again been recognized by the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark ("GRESB") as a Real Estate Sector Leader as part of the 2023 GRESB Real Estate Assessment, demonstrating its continuing commitment to ESG transparency and improved performance. 

Key Points: 
  • BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DiamondRock Hospitality Company (the "Company") (NYSE: DRH) is pleased to announce that the Company has again been recognized by the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark ("GRESB") as a Real Estate Sector Leader as part of the 2023 GRESB Real Estate Assessment, demonstrating its continuing commitment to ESG transparency and improved performance.
  • "DiamondRock being recognized for the fourth consecutive year by GRESB for its outstanding corporate responsibility program and sustainability initiatives reflects the Company's industry leadership and deep commitment to furthering environmental, social, and governance excellence," said Mark Brugger, President and Chief Executive Officer of DiamondRock Hospitality Company.
  • GRESB recognizes Sector Leaders as the best performers by sector and region from across the GRESB Assessments.
  • The GRESB ESG Benchmark grew this year to cover more than USD 8.8 trillion of gross asset value, encompassing 2,084 real estate entities, 687 infrastructure assets and 172 infrastructure funds.

The Biggest Names of the Media Ecosystem Join Together at the 10th Annual Brand Safety Summit

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Brand Safety Summit, produced by The 614 Group, returns to New York City on November 1 & 2. Since its launch in 2014, the summit has evolved into a cornerstone event that brings together senior audiences of global brands, agencies, platforms, publishers, and technology executives, to address pressing issues and opportunities in the digital ecosystem. This year, speakers like Ben Nimmo the Global Lead for Threat Intelligence at Meta, Tracy Elizabeth the Head of Family Safety and Developmental Health at TikTok, and Sheila Colclasure the Global Chief Digital Responsibility and Public Policy Officer at IPG will be taking the stage.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Brand Safety Summit, produced by The 614 Group, returns to New York City on November 1 & 2.
  • The summit is a forum to address the ongoing challenges that key industry stakeholders face head-on and provide tools to drive success and protect brand reputations.
  • On November 2, the flagship event, Brand Safety Summit, continues with a curated agenda where senior media industry leaders will engage in essential dialogues on ensuring brand and consumer safety in digital environments.
  • "In the Brand Safety Summit's 10th year, we're including even more voices from across the industry, and highlighting the themes of usage and content safety, two incredibly important and timely topics," said Rob Rasko, President, Brand Safety Summit.

Grosvenor's North American Property Business Announces Strong GRESB Scores as it Continues Advancing Efforts to Reduce Carbon Footprint

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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The company's North American property business reported higher annual scores from the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), which tracks ESG progress across more than 2,000 companies.

Key Points: 
  • The company's North American property business reported higher annual scores from the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), which tracks ESG progress across more than 2,000 companies.
  • Grosvenor placed second within its peer group for its Development score within Americas, Non-listed, Core, Closed end ranking, scoring 12-points above the benchmark average.
  • Scores achieved in both Development and Standing Investment divisions exceed the average GRESB score of 72 for 3rd year participants in the Americas.
  • This year's higher scores reflect improvements in the Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Assessment, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing sections of the GRESB ratings criteria.

FREE INJURY PREVENTION AND FALL-RISK SCREENINGS OFFERED FOR ASHEVILLE ADULTS AT BENCHMARK PHYSICAL THERAPY THROUGH NOVEMBER 30

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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To help you be proactive in taking preventive measures, Benchmark Physical Therapy is offering complimentary fall risk screenings through November 30.

Key Points: 
  • To help you be proactive in taking preventive measures, Benchmark Physical Therapy is offering complimentary fall risk screenings through November 30.
  • The free screenings involve answering a series of health questions followed by balance, stability, strength, and agility tests.
  • "By determining whether an individual is at risk, we can recommend intervention strategies, such as physical therapy," says Blake Hersch, PT, DPT, OCS, Partner, and Clinic Director for Benchmark Physical Therapy in Asheville.
  • Benchmark Physical Therapy is a member of the Upstream Rehabilitation family, the nation's largest dedicated provider of out-patient physical therapy services with more than 1,200 U.S. locations.

Department of Defense Schools Surge, Assisted By Benchmark Education Company's Benchmark Advance

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading educational publisher Benchmark Education Company (BEC) celebrates the reading achievements of fourth and eighth-grade students in the network of schools run by the U.S. Department of Defense. As detailed in the article, "Who Runs the Best U.S. Schools? It May Be the Defense Department," published in The New York Times on October 10, 2023, Defense Department schools, attended by the children of U.S. military members and civilian employees, have been showing results rarely seen in public education. This success was fueled partly by a major curriculum overhaul that began in 2015 and includes Benchmark Advance, BEC's core language arts program.  

Key Points: 
  • NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading educational publisher Benchmark Education Company (BEC) celebrates the reading achievements of fourth and eighth-grade students in the network of schools run by the U.S. Department of Defense.
  • It May Be the Defense Department," published in The New York Times on October 10, 2023, Defense Department schools, attended by the children of U.S. military members and civilian employees, have been showing results rarely seen in public education.
  • Defense Department schools … have been showing results rarely seen in public education.
  • Students at Defense Department schools have also shown smaller learning gaps between white and both Black and Hispanic students than other schools do.

Stoneweg US Drives 33% GRESB Score Improvement for Varia US Properties

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
Benchmark, Sustainability, ESG, United Nations, Data collection, Motivation, PRI, Biophysical environment, Gender representation on corporate boards of directors, Principles for Responsible Investment, Socially responsible investing, Ventilation, Risk management, Management, Social

As the asset manager for the Varia US portfolio, Stoneweg US plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting Varia US' sustainable practices, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score.

Key Points: 
  • As the asset manager for the Varia US portfolio, Stoneweg US plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting Varia US' sustainable practices, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score.
  • Stoneweg US played a pivotal role, driving the achievement of a 33% year-over-year improvement in the firm's GRESB score
    The annual GRESB assessment, shaped by the collective vision of investors and industry stakeholders, serves as a compass for measuring sustainability performance in asset investments.
  • Through the efforts of its asset manager Stoneweg US, Varia US acquired and/or achieved four Green Globes® sustainable building certifications and eight ENERGY STAR® building performance certifications in 2022.
  • For the complete "GRESB Real Estate Benchmark Report 2023" and more insights into Varia US' ESG strategy and initiatives, please visit website at www.stonewegesg.us .

BENCHMARK ELECTRONICS TO REPORT THIRD QUARTER 2023 RESULTS

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Benchmark Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: BHE) will announce third quarter 2023 results on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 after the market close.

Key Points: 
  • TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Benchmark Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: BHE) will announce third quarter 2023 results on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 after the market close.
  • The Company will host a conference call to discuss these results on the same day at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • A live audio webcast of the call along with supporting materials will be available on the Benchmark Investor Relations website at ir.bench.com or on the webcast link provided below.
  • Following the call, a webcast replay will be available on the Company's website for a period of 12 months.