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Government of Canada announces support for 18 Alberta-based organizations to advance gender equality

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

This funding will help these organizations advance gender equality and address GBV by strengthening their communities, building capacity, providing better support and resources, or conducting research.

Key Points: 
  • This funding will help these organizations advance gender equality and address GBV by strengthening their communities, building capacity, providing better support and resources, or conducting research.
  • The collaborative spirit driving these initiatives embodies the essence of progress towards gender equality and a stronger, more inclusive Canada.
  • Supporting the life-saving work of these 18 organizations in Alberta, brings us one step closer to ending gender-based violence in Canada."
  • Budget 2021 announcement also included $105 million over five years for Women and Gender Equality Canada to enhance its Gender-Based Violence Program.

Potbelly Corporation Reports Preliminary Results for Fourth Fiscal Quarter and Full Year 2023

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Monday, January 8, 2024

CHICAGO, Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Potbelly Corporation (NASDAQ: PBPB), (“Potbelly” or the “Company”) the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop concept, today reported preliminary results for the fourth fiscal quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • For the fourth quarter and full year the benefit was approximately 580bps and 160bps, respectively.
  • Bob Wright, President and Chief Executive Officer of Potbelly Corporation, commented, “Our preliminary fourth quarter results marked continued strong performance as our team executed on our Five-Pillar Strategy.
  • Notably, we continued to grow traffic share within the fast casual industry during each period of the quarter.
  • The Company expects to release final financial and operating results for its fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 during March 2024.

LG Display Showcases Latest Proprietary OLED Innovations at CES 2024

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Sunday, January 7, 2024

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Display, the world's leading innovator of display technologies, announced today that it will unveil its latest OLED products based on proprietary technology that revolutionize customer values at CES 2024.

Key Points: 
  • SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Display, the world's leading innovator of display technologies, announced today that it will unveil its latest OLED products based on proprietary technology that revolutionize customer values at CES 2024.
  • Under the theme of "A Better Future," signifying the company's various display solutions based on cutting-edge OLED technologies that can revolutionize consumer lifestyles, LG Display will present its latest large-sized OLED technology and next-generation automotive display solutions optimized for Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs).
  • At the main North Hall booth, LG Display will present various large-sized OLED technologies that surpass the limits of OLED picture quality and boast improved performance, including TVs, gaming monitors, and Transparent OLEDs.
  • Here, LG Display is set to unveil its latest OLED TV panel that pushes the boundaries of OLED picture quality once again, featuring a significant enhancement from the innovative 'META Technology,' an important milestone reached after a decade of OLED innovation.

Insmed Provides Business Update at 42nd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

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Friday, January 5, 2024

BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Insmed Incorporated (Nasdaq: INSM), a global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to transform the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, today provided an update on the Company's four pillars and outlook for 2024. These updates will be discussed as part of the Company's presentation at the 42nd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco on Monday, January 8, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. PT (6:00 p.m. ET).

Key Points: 
  • Insmed received encouraging written feedback from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the patient-reported outcome data produced in the Phase 3 ARISE study in December 2023.
  • Presentation at the 42nd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
    Will Lewis, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Insmed, will present at the 42nd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Monday, January 8, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. PT (6:00 p.m.
  • A live audio webcast of the presentation will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.insmed.com .
  • A replay will also be archived for a period of 30 days following the conclusion of the live event.

Earth & Halo Unveils "A Pledge To Community" for Graceful-Aging Beauty in 2024

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

CULVER CITY, Calif., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth & Halo, a pioneer in authentic beauty, introduces its revolutionary initiative, the "Pledge to Our Community," committing to redefine beauty standards and champion graceful aging in the skincare industry.

Key Points: 
  • CULVER CITY, Calif., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth & Halo, a pioneer in authentic beauty, introduces its revolutionary initiative, the "Pledge to Our Community," committing to redefine beauty standards and champion graceful aging in the skincare industry.
  • Best Organic Product For Beauty Innovation: Earth & Halo is recognized for its commitment to organic, clean, and innovative formulations.
  • Best Vegan Skincare Brand Of 2023: Earth & Halo earns the title, affirming its dedication to cruelty-free, clean, and vegan formulations.
  • Embracing Diverse Beauty: Earth & Halo pledges to uphold the belief in celebrating the diversity and uniqueness of beauty.

CSL Behring Demonstrates Continued Commitment to Alpha-1 Community with Addition of ZEMAIRA® [Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor (Human)] 4- and 5-Gram Vials

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CSL Behring, a business unit of global biotechnology leader CSL, today announced the availability of 4- and 5-gram vial sizes for ZEMAIRA® [Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor (Human)]. Previously available only in a 1-gram vial, the 4- and 5-gram packaging is significant for the Alpha-1 community as it will streamline the preparation process for ZEMAIRA and reduce waste.

Key Points: 
  • Previously available only in a 1-gram vial, the 4- and 5-gram packaging is significant for the Alpha-1 community as it will streamline the preparation process for ZEMAIRA and reduce waste.
  • ZEMAIRA dosing is weight-based, so a person weighing 183 pounds would require five 1-gram vials.
  • With the 4- and 5-gram vial sizes, healthcare professionals will need to reconstitute fewer ZEMAIRA vials per dose for their patients with Alpha-1.
  • Room temperature storage coupled with the larger vial sizes may also help streamline preparation and administration.

Poland Investment Funds and Asset Management Market Report 2023-2025: PLN 700 Billion AUM and Beyond - A Detailed Look at Poland's Asset Management Resurgence - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, December 29, 2023

Asset management market in Poland: Key Segments, 2Q/3Q 2023

Key Points: 
  • Asset management market in Poland: Key Segments, 2Q/3Q 2023
    Top asset managers (groups) by AuM, 2Q/3Q 2023
    CEE 8 Investment fund industry - size vs. growth matrix, 2019-1H23
    CEE investment funds penetration benchmarks, 1H23
    Evolution of assets, number of funds & managers, 2018-3Q23
    Fund assets by type of fund (open-end, closed), 2018-3Q23
    Fund assets by underlying asset mix, 2020-3Q23
    Top 10 players in investment fund market, 3Q23
    Market share evolution of top fund managers, 2020-3Q23
    Top fund managers by client count, 3Q23
    Distribution - online distribution platforms, 2023
    Local funds invested in foreign assets and foreign funds, 3Q23
    Structure of Personal Financial Assets (PFA).
  • The share of Investment funds within savings of households, 2018-2Q23
    Value of deposits, cash & investment funds held by households outstanding value, 2018-1H23
    Fees and commissions charged by top fund managers, Nov. 23
    Revenues and costs of fund managers, 2022
    Profitability tree for fund managers, 2019-2022
    Pillar III - New pension vehicles: PPK overview (3rd pillar)
    Technical reserves by type evolution, 2019-2Q23
    Technical reserves by segment and by company, 2022

Lee Enterprises achieves all fiscal year guidance with strong fourth quarter results and increases long-term outlook

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

“Our fourth quarter digital subscription results lead the industry by a significant margin, continuing the streak for 16 consecutive quarters. Subscribers to our digital products totaled 721,000, up 36% compared to last year and digital-only subscription revenue accelerated--growing 68% on a Same-store basis(4)," said Kevin Mowbray, Lee's President and Chief Executive Officer. “Amplified Digital® revenue totaled $24 million in the quarter, leading to an 11% increase over the prior year(4). Total Digital Revenue increased 14% in the quarter(4), and represented 44% of our total operating revenue. The rapid pace of digital growth is driven by our strong execution of our Three Pillar Digital Growth Strategy,” Mowbray added.

Key Points: 
  • “Our fourth quarter digital subscription results lead the industry by a significant margin, continuing the streak for 16 consecutive quarters.
  • “Amplified Digital® revenue totaled $24 million in the quarter, leading to an 11% increase over the prior year(4).
  • Total Digital Revenue increased 14% in the quarter(4), and represented 44% of our total operating revenue.
  • “Adjusted EBITDA in the quarter was up 29% sequentially, due to our rapid digital growth and strong cost management execution," said Mowbray.

Balram's Immigration Consultancy: Bridging Labor Gaps in the Canadian Hospitality Industry

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Headed by the experienced Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) Balram Kishan, the consultancy stands as a beacon of support, offering comprehensive services designed to bridge critical labor gaps and contribute to the sustained growth of the Canadian economy.

Key Points: 
  • Headed by the experienced Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) Balram Kishan, the consultancy stands as a beacon of support, offering comprehensive services designed to bridge critical labor gaps and contribute to the sustained growth of the Canadian economy.
  • Balram's Immigration Consultancy has positioned itself as a strategic partner for businesses in these sectors, providing tailored immigration and recruitment services that align with the unique demands of the hospitality industry.
  • By unveiling talent and expertise from around the world, Balram's Immigration Consultancy plays a vital role in elevating the capabilities of Canadian businesses.
  • Proactive Approach: A Pillar of Balram's Immigration Consultancy:
    Balram's Immigration Consultancy distinguishes itself through its proactive approach to addressing labor shortages.

CCH Tagetik Global Minimum Tax solution named New Product of the Year award by Business Intelligence Group

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

NEW YORK — November 22, 2023 — Wolters Kluwer’s recently launched CCH Tagetik Global Minimum Tax solution was today named New Product of the Year in the Business Intelligence Group’s annual BIG Awards for Business .

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK — November 22, 2023 — Wolters Kluwer’s recently launched CCH Tagetik Global Minimum Tax solution was today named New Product of the Year in the Business Intelligence Group’s annual BIG Awards for Business .
  • Wolters Kluwer launched its new CCH® Tagetik Global Minimum Tax solution in April of 2023, to help multinational companies prepare for 2024 Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Pillar Two reporting requirements.
  • Ralf Gärtner , Senior Vice President and General Manager of Corporate Performance Solutions, Wolters Kluwer, said: “We’re proud that our new CCH Tagetik Global Minimum Tax solution has been named New Product of the Year from the BIG Awards for Business.
  • The Business Intelligence Group was founded with the mission of recognizing true talent and superior performance in the business world.