BlackRock

Edison issues update on BlackRock Latin American IT (BRLA): Worthy allocation as part of a global portfolio

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Policy, BlackRock, NAV

BlackRock Latin American Investment Trust’s (BRLA’s) lead manager Sam Vecht and deputy manager Christoph Brinkmann remain optimistic about the prospects for the region.

Key Points: 
  • BlackRock Latin American Investment Trust’s (BRLA’s) lead manager Sam Vecht and deputy manager Christoph Brinkmann remain optimistic about the prospects for the region.
  • Interest rates are coming down as Latin American central banks have been more proactive than those in developed markets in raising interest rates to combat higher inflation, which should be supportive for economic growth and asset prices.
  • Latin America has remained relatively isolated from global geopolitical conflict, enabling trade with both eastern and western nations.
  • The region has been overlooked by global investors, which has led to very attractive valuations on both absolute and relative terms.

Strategic Resources Inc. Presents in Red Cloud's Virtual Webinar Series

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Cloud, IRR, Vanadium, Titanium, Q&A, BlackRock, NPV, Iron

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 21, 2024) - Strategic Resources Inc. (TSXV: SR) is pleased to announce that the company is presenting a live virtual corporate update hosted by Red Cloud Financial Services on March 26th, 2024 at 2:00pm ET.

Key Points: 
  • Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - March 21, 2024) - Strategic Resources Inc. (TSXV: SR) is pleased to announce that the company is presenting a live virtual corporate update hosted by Red Cloud Financial Services on March 26th, 2024 at 2:00pm ET.
  • We invite our shareholders, and all interested parties to register for the webinar and participate in the live Q&A session at the end of the presentation moderated by Red Cloud.
  • The replay will be emailed out to all webinar registrants proceeding the event and will also be available on the Red Cloud website.
  • Strategic Resources owns 100% of the BlackRock project, which is comprised of a mine site in Chibougamau, Québec and a metallurgical complex at Port Saguenay, Québec.

Schneider Electric announces global winners of second edition of its Sustainability Impact Awards

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Carbon, Paragon, PUE, Power purchase agreement, Automation, Climate change, Organization, CapitaLand, Schneider Electric, EVP, Award, Replacement, VELUX, Electricity, Internet of things, GHG, Power usage effectiveness, Hospital, FCOM, BlackRock, Sustainability, University, Engineering, CO2, Water, Ecosystem, Electrification, SAA, SAAB, Tree, PPA, AVEVA, Renewable energy

Schneider Electric , the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the global winners of the latest Schneider Electric Sustainability Impact Awards .

Key Points: 
  • Schneider Electric , the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced the global winners of the latest Schneider Electric Sustainability Impact Awards .
  • Launched in 2022, the awards honor the contribution of Schneider's partner ecosystem in creating a more sustainable and electric world.
  • In addition to receiving valuable recognition, award winners benefit from global visibility which could lead to new business opportunities.
  • Massive congratulations to the winners for their exceptional commitment towards making a positive impact,” Rohan Kelkar, EVP for Global Power Products at Schneider Electric said.

Metasphere Labs Begins Negotiations to Spearhead Integration for Pure Sky Registry LLC in Landmark Environmental Blockchain Initiative

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Ethereum, MOU, SOW, DAO, Elis James, Blockchain, FRA, BlackRock, Coinbase, Carbon, OTC, Cryptocurrency

Under this MOU, the Company is exploring a commission to integrate Pure Sky's pioneering carbon credit registry with blockchain technology, marking a significant advancement in environmental sustainability efforts.

Key Points: 
  • Under this MOU, the Company is exploring a commission to integrate Pure Sky's pioneering carbon credit registry with blockchain technology, marking a significant advancement in environmental sustainability efforts.
  • Pursuant to the MOU, the Company will also deliver a comprehensive statement of work (“SOW”) that will detail the scope, timeline, and responsibilities for the integration of the Pure Sky registry web application with the Pure Sky Decentralized Autonomous Organization (“DAO”) and carbon credit registry smart contracts.
  • Natasha Ingram CEO of Metasphere, remarked on the collaboration, “We are honored to explore partnering with Pure Sky, leading their blockchain integration efforts.
  • “This integration by Metasphere will revolutionize how we approach carbon credit transactions, enhancing our platform's accessibility and efficiency,” said Marty Seymour, Managing Director of Pure Sky.

Ecommerce Innovator Spresso Secures Initial Series A Funding Led by Funds and Accounts Managed by BlackRock

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Artificial Intelligence, Professional Services, Restaurant, Bar, Office Products, Electronic Commerce, Convenience Store, Catalog, Data Analytics, Software, Other Retail, Wine & Spirits, Data Management, Tobacco, Supply Chain Management, Supermarket, Online Retail, Technology, Specialty, Luxury, Discount, Variety, Department Stores, Food, Beverage, Fashion, Cosmetics, Retail, Spend, AEON, Cloud, Aeon Group, Google Cloud, Algorithm, Growth, BHD, BlackRock, AI, Commerce, Analysis, Snowflake

Spresso , a leading provider of AI-powered solutions for ecommerce businesses, today announced an initial Series A investment from funds and accounts managed by BlackRock (“BlackRock”).

Key Points: 
  • Spresso , a leading provider of AI-powered solutions for ecommerce businesses, today announced an initial Series A investment from funds and accounts managed by BlackRock (“BlackRock”).
  • “BlackRock's investment signifies their continued confidence in our vision,” said Jared Yaman, CEO of Spresso.
  • Commerce Suite : Robust ecommerce platform for building and managing successful online storefronts, ensuring seamless customer experiences.
  • “We are excited to continue to support the company’s growth through this investment.”
    BlackRock first made a strategic investment in Spresso in May 2023.

Kyriba Announces First of Its Kind Innovation with Onyx by J.P. Morgan and Expands Global Partner Ecosystem

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Blockchain, Software, Finance, Banking, Data Management, Professional Services, Technology, Fintech, Treasurer, Secret, Organization, Risk management, Growth, ISV, Goldman Sachs, CFO, Partnership, Risk, RSM US, ERP, TMS, JPMorgan Chase, BlackRock, LLP, LexisNexis, ICD, AWS, CFOS, PwC, BNY Mellon, Blackline, Ecosystem, API, Accenture, Onyx, Digital Solutions, Treasury, Workday, Inc., ERPs, Consultant, Cryptocurrency

“Today, CFOs struggle with disconnected systems, ongoing liquidity uncertainty and limited visibility into the financial health of their business,” said Ara Gopal, Global Vice President, Partnerships & Alliances, Kyriba.

Key Points: 
  • “Today, CFOs struggle with disconnected systems, ongoing liquidity uncertainty and limited visibility into the financial health of their business,” said Ara Gopal, Global Vice President, Partnerships & Alliances, Kyriba.
  • “Kyriba is committed to cultivating the industry's strongest partner ecosystem and we are thrilled to be extending our innovation through our latest partnership with Workday and collaboration with Onyx.
  • This innovative cross-border payment solution is complemented by real-time payments and real-time bank reporting through the J.P. Morgan’s Global Payments API, available within the Kyriba Marketplace.
  • Partners such as Deloitte have made strategic investments in developing a global Kyriba network and are delivering the largest and most complex Kyriba implementations.

BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. to Report First Quarter ended March 31, 2024 Financial Results on May 1, 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Finance, Consulting, Accounting, Professional Services, Small Business, BlackRock

BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. (NASDAQ: TCPC) announced today that it will report its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, prior to the opening of the financial markets.

Key Points: 
  • BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. (NASDAQ: TCPC) announced today that it will report its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, prior to the opening of the financial markets.
  • BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. will also host a conference call at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Pacific Time) on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, to discuss its financial results.
  • All interested parties are invited to participate in the conference call by dialing (833) 470-1428; international callers should dial (404) 975-4839.
  • An archived replay of the call will be available approximately two hours after the live call, through May 8, 2024.

Wealth Enhancement Group Deepens Leadership Bench, Surpasses $81 Billion in Client Assets, Grows to 115 Offices Nationwide, and Leads Industry as Top RIA Acquirer

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Growth, Empower, Barron's, Fisher Investments, BlackRock, Business development, RIA, RIAS, Personal Capital, Retirement, MASS, WEAS

MINNEAPOLIS, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wealth Enhancement Group, a national independent wealth management firm, continues to lead the industry as one of the nation's top RIA platforms.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wealth Enhancement Group, a national independent wealth management firm, continues to lead the industry as one of the nation's top RIA platforms.
  • Today, the firm is announcing three key leadership appointments, continued growth in strategic markets nationwide, and the surpassing of $81 billion in client assets.
  • Our growth trajectory continues this year, and we are eager to progress forward as a leading RIA platform."
  • Wealth Enhancement has named three leadership roles within the organization including Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Investment Officer, and Chief Product Officer.

BlackRock® Canada Announces Final March Cash Distributions for the iShares® Premium Money Market ETF

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Friday, March 22, 2024
BlackRock

TORONTO, March 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited (“BlackRock Canada”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK), today announced the final March 2024 cash distributions for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited (“BlackRock Canada”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK), today announced the final March 2024 cash distributions for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF.
  • Unitholders of record on March 25, 2024 will receive cash distributions payable on March 28, 2024.
  • Details regarding the final “per unit” distribution amounts are as follows:

Global Net Lease Appoints Robert Kauffman, Fortress Co-Founder, to Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
UBS, Fortress Investment Group, Lehman Brothers, BlackRock, GNL, Fortification

NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Net Lease, Inc. (NYSE: GNL) (“GNL” or the “Company”) announced the appointment of Robert Kauffman to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Net Lease, Inc. (NYSE: GNL) (“GNL” or the “Company”) announced the appointment of Robert Kauffman to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • Mr. Kauffman is a co-founder of Fortress Investment Group LLC where he was a principal and member of the Board of Directors from its founding in 1998 until 2012.
  • He is currently a successful private investor and entrepreneur active in the financial, real estate, automotive and technology-oriented sectors.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Rob to our Board of Directors,” stated Sue Perrotty, Non-Executive Chairperson of GNL’s Board of Directors.