Fund of funds

Invesco Expands QQQ Innovation Suite to Include Small-Cap ETF

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

ATLANTA, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ), a leading global asset management firm, announced today the expansion of the Invesco QQQ Innovation Suite to include a new exchange‑traded fund (ETF) that will access smaller-cap companies screened by a key marker of innovation – high quality patents.  The Invesco NASDAQ Future Gen 200 ETF (QQQS) will add an efficient overlay to small-cap and micro-cap companies listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market that are not included in the Nasdaq 100 Index® or Nasdaq Next Generation 100 Index™.  High quality and high value patents may be an indicator of future innovation potential in a smaller-cap company.

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  • "Companies included in the Invesco QQQ Innovation Suite have always spent considerably more on research and development1 and Invesco wanted to capture that same commitment to innovation on a smaller cap-tier," said John Hoffman, Americas Head of ETFs and Index Strategies, Invesco.
  • The sponsor of the Invesco QQQ TrustSM, Series 1 (QQQ), a unit investment trust, is Invesco Capital Management LLC (Invesco).
  • The Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF, Invesco NASDAQ Next Gen 100 ETF, and Invesco NASDAQ Future Gen 200 ETF are not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by the Nasdaq, Inc. or its affiliates (Nasdaq, Inc., with its affiliates, are referred to as the "Corporations").
  • The Corporations have no liability in connection with the administration, marketing or trading of Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF, Invesco NASDAQ Next Gen 100 ETF, and Invesco NASDAQ Future Gen 200 ETF.

Senior Executives of LNG, LPG, Dry Bulk, Containers, Crude & Product Tanker Shipping Companies Presenting at Capital Link’s 14th Annual Shipping & Marine Services Forum On Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 116 Pall Mall, London, UK

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Monday, October 10, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 14th Annual Capital Link Shipping & Marine Services Forum will take place on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 116 Pall Mall in London from 8:20am 5:20pm.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 14th Annual Capital Link Shipping & Marine Services Forum will take place on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 116 Pall Mall in London from 8:20am 5:20pm.
  • The event is held in partnership with Fearnley Securities and in cooperation with the London Stock Exchange.
  • It is a meeting place for C-level Executives from the industry and the finance and investment communities involved with shipping.
  • The Forum features a series of panel discussions as well as 1x1 meetings between investors and executives from shipping companies.

Kentucky Community And Technical College System, Kentucky Lt. Gov. Coleman & Xometry Announce 50 Scholarships To Train Skilled Machinists, Technicians, Engineers

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Friday, September 23, 2022

Jacqueline Coleman and Kentucky Community and Technical College System President Dr. Paul Czarapata, along with Dr. Koffi Akakpo, the President of Bluegrass Community and Technical College, today announced an innovative public-private partnership in which Xometry will fund 50 scholarships for KCTCS students.

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  • Jacqueline Coleman and Kentucky Community and Technical College System President Dr. Paul Czarapata, along with Dr. Koffi Akakpo, the President of Bluegrass Community and Technical College, today announced an innovative public-private partnership in which Xometry will fund 50 scholarships for KCTCS students.
  • Were very grateful for Xometrys generous donation to fund scholarships for 50 of our students, Dr. Czarapata said.
  • This will provide an opportunity for more Kentuckians to earn credentials that are in high demand in the manufacturing field.
  • The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) is the Commonwealths largest postsecondary institution with 16 colleges and more than 70 campuses.

AHF Pledges $10 Million to the Global Fund

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

The Global Fund has demonstrated remarkable nimbleness in keeping existing programs going, while mobilizing new resources for COVID-19.

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  • The Global Fund has demonstrated remarkable nimbleness in keeping existing programs going, while mobilizing new resources for COVID-19.
  • The Global Fund also values the role of non-governmental and community organizations in creating a more equitable and sustainable public health system.
  • AHF works in synergy with 31 Global Fund-supported countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe, by implementing HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment delivery, and advocacy programs and providing AHF Fund grants to assist other non-profit organizations.
  • Through its long-running Fund the Fund advocacy campaign, AHF has been a strong proponent of fully funding the Global Fund via robust international advocacy campaigns and government relations advocacy in Washington D.C., and throughout the 45 countries where it works.

REMINDER - 30 Shipping Companies Presenting at Capital Link’s 14th Annual New York Maritime Forum September 21, 2022 in New York City

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Monday, September 19, 2022

SUPPORTING SPONSORS: Ardmore Shipping dAmico International Shipping S.A. Dorian LPG Eagle Bulk Eneti Inc. Eurodry Ltd. Euroseas Ltd. Flott & Co. GENCO Shipping and Trading Ltd.

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  • SUPPORTING SPONSORS: Ardmore Shipping dAmico International Shipping S.A. Dorian LPG Eagle Bulk Eneti Inc. Eurodry Ltd. Euroseas Ltd. Flott & Co. GENCO Shipping and Trading Ltd.
  • In addition, Capital Link organizes a series of investment conferences a year in key industry centers in the United States, Europe and Asia, all of which are known for combining rich educational and informational content with unique marketing and networking opportunities.
  • Capital Link is a member of the Baltic Exchange.
  • Based in New York City, Capital Link has presence in London, Athens & Oslo.

Patria Investments Limited Announces Portfolio Company Lavoro to Become Publicly Traded Through Business Combination with The Production Board’s Special Purpose Acquisition Company

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

The business combination aims to bring together The Production Boards agriculture technology expertise and Lavoros portfolio of businesses and market penetration to help transform Latin America into a global breadbasket, improving global food security and sustainability.

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  • The business combination aims to bring together The Production Boards agriculture technology expertise and Lavoros portfolio of businesses and market penetration to help transform Latin America into a global breadbasket, improving global food security and sustainability.
  • Through the transaction, Lavoro will receive additional capital for organic and inorganic expansion to drive its next stage of growth.
  • Patrias Private Equity Fund V made its initial investment in Lavoro in 2017, and the company represents the second largest position in the fund as measured by current fair value.
  • Through its investments, Patria seeks to transform industries and untangle bottlenecks, generating attractive returns for its investors, while creating sustainable value for society.

Absolute Shares Trust to Close and Liquidate Two ETFs – WBI BullBear Global Income ETF (WBII) and WBI BullBear Trend Switch US 3000 Total Return ETF (WBIT)

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

The Board of Trustees of the Absolute Shares Trust (the Trust) has approved a Plan of Liquidation and Termination for two of its exchange traded funds: WBI BullBear Global Income ETF (WBII) and WBI BullBear Trend Switch US 3000 Total Return ETF (WBIT, together with WBII the "Funds" and each individually a "Fund").

Key Points: 
  • The Board of Trustees of the Absolute Shares Trust (the Trust) has approved a Plan of Liquidation and Termination for two of its exchange traded funds: WBI BullBear Global Income ETF (WBII) and WBI BullBear Trend Switch US 3000 Total Return ETF (WBIT, together with WBII the "Funds" and each individually a "Fund").
  • The Board acted to close the Funds based upon the recommendation of WBI Investments, Inc., the sub-advisor to the Funds (the "Sub-Advisor").
  • October 7, 2022 will be the Funds last full day of trading on NYSE Arca, Inc. (NYSE Arca).
  • NYSE Arca is expected to halt trading in shares of each Fund after the market close on October 7, 2022.

REMINDER - Leading Dry Bulk and Container Shipping Companies Presenting at Capital Link’s 14th Annual New York Maritime Forum September 21, 2022 in NYC

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Senior executives from leading publicly listed Dry Bulk and Container shipping companies will discuss the trends, developments and outlook of the global commodities and shipping markets.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Senior executives from leading publicly listed Dry Bulk and Container shipping companies will discuss the trends, developments and outlook of the global commodities and shipping markets.
  • The panels will take place at Capital Links 14th Annual New York Maritime Forum on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at the Metropolitan Club in New York City.
  • The Forum features a series of panel discussions as well as 1x1 meetings between investors and executives from shipping companies.
  • SUPPORTING SPONSORS: Ardmore Shipping dAmico International Shipping S.A. Dorian LPG Eagle Bulk Eneti Inc. Eurodry Ltd. Euroseas Ltd. Flott & Co. GENCO Shipping and Trading Ltd.

REMINDER - Leading LNG, LPG, Crude and Product Tanker Companies Presenting at Capital Link’s 14th Annual New York Maritime Forum September 21, 2022 in NYC

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Senior executives from leading publicly listed LNG, LPG, Crude Oil and Product Tanker, shipping companies will discuss the trends, developments and outlook of the global energy and shipping markets.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Senior executives from leading publicly listed LNG, LPG, Crude Oil and Product Tanker, shipping companies will discuss the trends, developments and outlook of the global energy and shipping markets.
  • The panels will take place at Capital Links 14th Annual New York Maritime Forum on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at the Metropolitan Club in New York City.
  • Featuring senior executives from 31 shipping and maritime companies, the Forum is organized in partnership with DNB and in cooperation with the New York Stock Exchange, NASDAQ, and The Port Authority of NY & NJ.
  • The Forum features a series of panel discussions as well as 1x1 meetings between investors and executives from shipping companies.

Leading LNG, LPG, Crude and Product Tanker Companies Presenting at Capital Link’s 14th Annual New York Maritime Forum September 21, 2022 in NYC

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

The panels will take place at Capital Links 14th Annual New York Maritime Forum on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at the Metropolitan Club in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • The panels will take place at Capital Links 14th Annual New York Maritime Forum on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at the Metropolitan Club in New York City.
  • The event is known for its large attendance by investors, shipowners and capital providers.
  • The Forum features a series of panel discussions as well as 1x1 meetings between investors and executives from shipping companies.
  • Based in New York City, Capital Link has presence in London, Athens & Oslo.