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Manufacturing PMI® at 50.3%; March 2024 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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TEMPE, Ariz., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in March after contracting for 16 consecutive months, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in March after contracting for 16 consecutive months, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®.
  • (A Manufacturing PMI® above 42.5 percent, over a period of time, generally indicates an expansion of the overall economy.)
  • The Prices Index registered 55.8 percent, up 3.3 percentage points compared to the reading of 52.5 percent in February.
  • "The Supplier Deliveries Index figure of 49.9 percent is 0.2 percentage point lower than the 50.1 percent recorded in February.

CGTN: China deepens reform and opening up, appeals to global investors

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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To transform its economy and achieve sustainable development, China now is deepening reforms.

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  • To transform its economy and achieve sustainable development, China now is deepening reforms.
  • Zhao stressed that peace is a prerequisite for Asia's development in the face of intertwined and complex global security threats.
  • During the 2022 Boao Forum, China proposed the Global Security Initiative, promoting the vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security.
  • In 2021, China proposed the Global Development Initiative, which promotes globalization, multilateralism and free trade, aiming to build a just, equitable, open and inclusive world.

CGTN: China deepens reform and opening up, appeals to global investors

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Friday, March 29, 2024
Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, Ministry, Speech, Congress, Conference, Growth, Face, NEVS, Carbon, International Monetary Fund, Egotism, Tourism, GDP, Boao Forum for Asia, Optimism, BFA, Renewable energy

To transform its economy and achieve sustainable development, China now is deepening reforms.

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  • To transform its economy and achieve sustainable development, China now is deepening reforms.
  • Zhao stressed that peace is a prerequisite for Asia's development in the face of intertwined and complex global security threats.
  • During the 2022 Boao Forum, China proposed the Global Security Initiative, promoting the vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security.
  • In 2021, China proposed the Global Development Initiative, which promotes globalization, multilateralism and free trade, aiming to build a just, equitable, open and inclusive world.

Expertech workers move towards strike action

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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"It's appalling to see Expertech continue to disregard the hard work and dedication of these workers.

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  • "It's appalling to see Expertech continue to disregard the hard work and dedication of these workers.
  • Our members have patiently awaited resolution but with only minimal progress on wages and outsourcing of work we are rapidly approaching the necessity of strike action."
  • "As the clock ticks towards potential strike action there is a still time for Expertech to deliver a fair agreement but our bargaining committee stands prepared to take decisive action should the need arise."
  • Unifor's 'Shame on Bell' campaign aims to highlight the struggles faced by workers, including those at Bell Expertech.

EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases Welcomes Michael Pearlmutter as CEO

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on the legacy of 15 years as a growing and impactful foundation serving the rare disease community, the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases announces the appointment of Michael Pearlmutter into the new role of Chief Executive Officer of the foundation.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on the legacy of 15 years as a growing and impactful foundation serving the rare disease community, the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases announces the appointment of Michael Pearlmutter into the new role of Chief Executive Officer of the foundation.
  • Michael also has firsthand experience with a rare disease, furthering his dedication and personal connection to the mission of the EveryLife Foundation.
  • Vicki Seyfert-Margolis, Chair of the Board of Directors at the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases, expressed excitement about Pearlmutter's appointment, stating, "Michael's dynamic leadership and personal connection to the rare disease community make him the ideal choice to lead our Foundation.
  • Upon his appointment, Pearlmutter shared his enthusiasm, "I am excited to be stepping into the role of CEO at the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases.

RSM US Middle Market Business Index Highlights Sustained Economic Expansion Amid Improving Productivity

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The RSM US Middle Market Business Index (MMBI), presented by RSM US LLP ("RSM") in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, eased slightly to 130.8 in the first quarter from 132.3 at the close of last year on a seasonally adjusted basis. The MMBI survey results reflect a self-sustaining economy and robust labor market supported by middle market firms that continue to reinvest earnings into productivity-enhancing expenditures.

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  • The MMBI survey results reflect a self-sustaining economy and robust labor market supported by middle market firms that continue to reinvest earnings into productivity-enhancing expenditures.
  • Middle Market Firms Optimistic About Future Economic Conditions, Revenues and Net Earnings
    MMBI survey results from the first quarter reflect the economy's resilience, with 45% of middle market executives noting an improvement in current economic conditions.
  • Further underscoring the buoyant outlook among middle market executives, 59% indicated they intend to bolster productivity-enhancing capital expenditures.
  • The survey data that informs this index reading was gathered from 403 respondents between Jan. 8 and Feb. 16, 2024.

Iran's Gift Card Market Anticipated to Reach US$1.3 Billion by 2028, Exhibiting Significant Growth

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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DUBLIN, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Iran Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Q1 2024 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Iran Gift Card and Incentive Card Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics (Databook) - Q1 2024 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The latest market intelligence indicates substantial growth within Iran's gift card and incentive card sector.
  • Variables such as age, income level, and gender play crucial roles in shaping the gift card market.
  • The examination of the gift card market extends into a breakdown of consumer spending within both retail and corporate sectors.

SCSP Announces New Sponsors - a Delegation from South Dakota, as well as NobleReach Foundation and With Honor Action - Joining SCSP's AI Expo for National Competitiveness

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a non-partisan, non-profit project dedicated to strengthening America's long-term competitiveness in artificial intelligence (AI), announced today additional sponsors of the AI Expo for National Competitiveness.

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  • These sponsors will join SCSP at the expo on May 7-8 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
  • "It's exciting to see how wide-reaching interest is in the AI Expo and the conversations it seeks to foster.
  • "The SCSP AI Expo amplifies this sense of optimism, fostering collaboration across industries and perspectives to propel advancements in AI and strengthen our competitive edge while safeguarding national security."
  • For more information on SCSP, the AI Expo for National Competitiveness, and the Ash Carter Exchange please visit https://www.scsp.ai .

COACH ANNOUNCES JAYSON TATUM AS NEW AMBASSADOR

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coach announces American professional basketball player Jayson Tatum as an ambassador for the house with a campaign launching today featuring Spring 2024 watches and sunwear.

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  • NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coach announces American professional basketball player Jayson Tatum as an ambassador for the house with a campaign launching today featuring Spring 2024 watches and sunwear.
  • "I'm always trying to push my own limits, and I look forward to working with a brand, like Coach, which celebrates this."
  • "I'm very happy to welcome Jayson to the Coach family," said Coach Creative Director Stuart Vevers.
  • "Jayson is an inspiring individual who captures the spirit of confidence and authentic self-expression at the heart of Coach.

Mission Capital Names Ira Williams III as Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mission Capital (formerly Greenlights), a leading Austin-based nonprofit strengthening Central Texas community-building organizations, announced the appointment of Ira L. Williams III, as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mission Capital (formerly Greenlights), a leading Austin-based nonprofit strengthening Central Texas community-building organizations, announced the appointment of Ira L. Williams III, as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Ira is a transformational leader with wide ranging business experience that will help Mission Capital build on the momentum we have created in our two decades of service to Austin nonprofit leaders," said Mission Capital Board Chair Denise Davis.
  • Williams joins Mission Capital with a proven track record in strategic management and as an established executive who builds sustainable, successful organizations empowering leaders, developing communities, and fostering teamwork and collaboration.
  • "I'm especially excited that Mission Capital is hosting its Board Summit on April 4 for the first time in person since 2019.