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Forecasting euro area inflation with machine-learning models

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

The strategy review concluded in 2021 highlighted how most Eurosystem models used to forecast inflation are linear.

Key Points: 
  • The strategy review concluded in 2021 highlighted how most Eurosystem models used to forecast inflation are linear.
  • Linear models assume that changes in, for example, wages, always have the same fixed, proportional effect on inflation.

Canadian DB pension plans generate healthy returns in Q1 2023 amid shift in market sentiment

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Friday, April 28, 2023

TORONTO, April 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Defined benefit (DB) pension plans in Canada continued to perform positively in the first quarter of 2023 according to the RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe, a well-established and extensive source of data on Canadian DB pension plans.

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  • TORONTO, April 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Defined benefit (DB) pension plans in Canada continued to perform positively in the first quarter of 2023 according to the RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe, a well-established and extensive source of data on Canadian DB pension plans.
  • David Giannone, managing director and global head of Business Development at RBC Investor & Treasury Services (I&TS), stated, "Despite significant market instability around the world, pension plans managed to produce positive returns.
  • Foreign equities within the peer universe boasted the most substantial gains of all the asset classes, delivering returns of 6.9% during Q1 of 2023.
  • The Canadian equities asset class also generated positive returns during the quarter, with a 4.2% uptick.

Sweegen’s Signature Stevia Approved in Colombia

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., April 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sweegen expanded its Signature stevia footprint in Latin America after Colombia approved its stevia sweeteners made by bioconversion, a method producing clean and non-GMO ingredients.

Key Points: 
  • Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., April 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sweegen expanded its Signature stevia footprint in Latin America after Colombia approved its stevia sweeteners made by bioconversion, a method producing clean and non-GMO ingredients.
  • Sweegens rebaudiosides E and I will now join the already approved D and M.
    Latin America is one of our most important markets globally, said Luca Giannone, senior vice president of global sales.
  • As new product launches have increased in recent years, brands have a clear opportunity to create healthy innovative food and beverages, replacing up to 100% sugar with Sweegens Signature stevia and sweetener system, said Giannone.
  • It also gives consumer packaged goods (CPGs) direct access to Sweegens Signature sweeteners without waiting for additional product registration in Colombia, said Hadi Omrani, senior director of technical and regulatory affairs.

Sweegen Expands Signature Stevia Footprint in Mexico

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Streamlining the regulatory process for introducing new generation zero-calorie stevia sweeteners contributes to the improvement of overall health and wellness for consumers.

Key Points: 
  • Streamlining the regulatory process for introducing new generation zero-calorie stevia sweeteners contributes to the improvement of overall health and wellness for consumers.
  • Adopting the rigorous Codex framework for stevia technologies provided a streamlined approach for reviewing and approving Sweegens clean and sustainable bioconversion process.
  • Before the adoption, Sweegens Rebaudiosides M and D were approved in Mexico through the standard regulatory process.
  • Relevant risks and uncertainties include those referenced in the historic filings of Sweegen, Inc. with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Sweegen Praises New Framework on Stevia Technology By International Food Safety Authority

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Thursday, January 20, 2022

Sweegens support for adopting the Framework for Stevia Technology started four years ago as a member of the alliance group, the International Stevia Council (ISC).

Key Points: 
  • Sweegens support for adopting the Framework for Stevia Technology started four years ago as a member of the alliance group, the International Stevia Council (ISC).
  • Adopting the framework was a stevia industry effort and collaboration internationally where Sweegen represented bioconversion technology.
  • Sweegen is proud to be part of this collaborative effort to bring much-needed innovation to the food and beverage industry.
  • Sweegen, Inc. assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements due to new information or future events or developments.

Sweegen’s Bestevia® Rebaudioside M Approved in Europe

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., July 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sweegens footprint in Europe became stronger after the European Union Commission published its approval of Sweegens non-GMO Signature Bestevia Rebaudioside M (Reb M) for use in food and beverages.

Key Points: 
  • Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., July 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sweegens footprint in Europe became stronger after the European Union Commission published its approval of Sweegens non-GMO Signature Bestevia Rebaudioside M (Reb M) for use in food and beverages.
  • The approval of Sweegens Signature Bestevia Reb M leads the future of wellness in food and drink in Europe.
  • Sweegens Signature Bestevia Reb M approval is a celebration of good health and wellness for product developers and consumers alike, said Luca Giannone, SVP of Sales.
  • Bestevia Reb M was commercialized in 2017 and has already been approved in many regions around the world.

Edge Electronics Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary

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Monday, July 20, 2020

BOHEMIA, N.Y., July 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Edge Electronics, Inc.,a relationship-driven distributor in the electronic component, LCD, and MRO & industrial marketplaces, reaches an amazing accomplishment as the company celebrates 30 years of business.

Key Points: 
  • BOHEMIA, N.Y., July 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Edge Electronics, Inc.,a relationship-driven distributor in the electronic component, LCD, and MRO & industrial marketplaces, reaches an amazing accomplishment as the company celebrates 30 years of business.
  • "Edge is built on the foundation of providing customers with the most personalized customer service in the industry,"saysAdrienne Giannone, president and CEO,Edge Electronics.
  • Giventhe current circumstances and social distancing requirements, Edge will now wait until it is an appropriate time to do so.
  • Edge is thankful to all the suppliers, customers, and partners who have been a part of this accomplishment and looks forward to continued growth and success.

Philadelphia plumbing and heating company offers advice to prepare homes for the holidays

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Monday, December 16, 2019

"Hosting family over the holidays can cause a lot of wear and tear on your home," said Joseph Giannone, owner of Joseph Giannone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning.

Key Points: 
  • "Hosting family over the holidays can cause a lot of wear and tear on your home," said Joseph Giannone, owner of Joseph Giannone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning.
  • "The holidays are a time to enjoy the company of your friends and family," Giannone said.
  • Joseph Giannone Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is a family-owned and operated business providing the Philadelphia area with high-quality plumbing and HVAC services.
  • Located in the Philadelphia area, we service customers throughout the city and in the surrounding areas.

Risk Strategies Selects Industry Veteran Steve Giannone to Run Chicago Office, Lead Central Region Operations

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019

BOSTON, Aug. 06, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Risk Strategies , a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced industry veteran Steve Giannone has been selected to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in the firms central United States region.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Aug. 06, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Risk Strategies , a privately held, rapidly growing national insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced industry veteran Steve Giannone has been selected to run its Chicago office and oversee operations in the firms central United States region.
  • Giannone brings almost 30 years of insurance industry experience to this new role at Risk Strategies, including stints at major carriers and brokerage firms.
  • Risk Strategies vision of being a specialty firm focused on delivering value through expertise is distinctive in the market, said Giannone.
  • In October of 2017, Risk Strategies appointed insurance industry veterans John Scroope and Scott Popilek to lead its Northeast and Southeastern region operations, respectively.

Generational Equity Advises MGP Connecting Rods in Sale to Race Winning Brands

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Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Giannone Performance Products Inc. dba MGP Connecting Rods, to Race Winning Brands, Inc., a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries LLC.

Key Points: 
  • Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client, Giannone Performance Products Inc. dba MGP Connecting Rods, to Race Winning Brands, Inc., a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries LLC.
  • MGP Connecting Rods , based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a premium manufacturer of high-performance aluminum connecting rods.
  • The company is set to reach full potential now as part of the Race Winning Brands family, said Darcell Giannone, MGP owner and wife of founder Michael Giannone.
  • Race Winning Brands is the leading manufacturer of high performance and racing related components sold to the automotive and powersports markets.