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Attorney Kristen M. Stoicescu joins Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C.

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Monday, September 16, 2024
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CHICAGO, Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Salvi Schostok & Pritchard P.C. is pleased to announce Kristen M. Stoicescu has joined the firm's Chicago office as an Associate Attorney. Ms. Stoicescu will concentrate her practice on cases concerning mass torts, medical malpractice, personal injury and products liability.

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  • is pleased to announce Kristen M. Stoicescu has joined the firm's Chicago office as an Associate Attorney.
  • Ms. Stoicescu will concentrate her practice on cases concerning mass torts, medical malpractice, personal injury and products liability.
  • Prior to joining Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, Ms. Stoicescu clerked for Judge Karen LeCraft Henderson on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.
  • Ms. Stoicescu personally won several outstanding attorney awards and after graduating, she served as the program's first-ever assistant coach.

Broadridge's Securities-based Lending Capabilities and Wealth Lending Network Now Integrated with Morningstar Advisor Workstation

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Sunday, September 15, 2024
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NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global fintech leader Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR) announces the securities-based lending (SBL) tools in its Wealth Lending Network (WLN) marketplace are now integrated in Morningstar Advisor Workstation. Extending beyond Workstation's core research, investment planning, and portfolio analysis capabilities, independent advisors now have seamless access to lending solutions that help them support broader client financial goals.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global fintech leader Broadridge Financial Solutions , Inc. (NYSE:BR) announces the securities-based lending (SBL) tools in its Wealth Lending Network (WLN) marketplace are now integrated in Morningstar Advisor Workstation.
  • Extending beyond Workstation's core research, investment planning, and portfolio analysis capabilities, independent advisors now have seamless access to lending solutions that help them support broader client financial goals.
  • The integration offers financial advisors the ability to determine their clients' SBL borrowing potential and connect with WLN partner banks to support their clients' lending needs.
  • Clients of financial advisors using WLN and Morningstar Advisor Workstation are expected to directly benefit from having an alternative to liquidating investment portfolios.

Equity Residential Declares Third Quarter Dividends

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Friday, September 13, 2024
Residential Building & Real Estate, Urban Planning, Construction & Property, Building Systems, EQR, Trustee, Holding company

Equity Residential (NYSE: EQR) today announced that its Board of Trustees declared quarterly dividends on the Company’s common and preferred shares.

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  • Equity Residential (NYSE: EQR) today announced that its Board of Trustees declared quarterly dividends on the Company’s common and preferred shares.
  • A regular common share dividend for the third quarter of $0.675 per share will be paid on October 11, 2024 to shareholders of record on September 24, 2024.
  • A quarterly dividend of $1.03625 per share will be paid on September 30, 2024 to shareholders of record on September 20, 2024 of the Company’s Series K Preferred Shares.

First Trust Announces Timing of Reorganization of First Trust/abrdn Global Opportunity Income Fund with and into abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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First Trust Advisors L.P. (“FTA”) announced today the timing of the closing of the reorganization First Trust/abrdn Global Opportunity Income Fund (NYSE: FAM) (the “Fund”) with and into abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund (“ACP”).

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  • First Trust Advisors L.P. (“FTA”) announced today the timing of the closing of the reorganization First Trust/abrdn Global Opportunity Income Fund (NYSE: FAM) (the “Fund”) with and into abrdn Income Credit Strategies Fund (“ACP”).
  • As previously announced, the reorganization was approved by the Board of Trustees of FAM on October 23, 2023.
  • FTA is a federally registered investment advisor and serves as the investment advisor of the Fund.
  • In the United States, abrdn is the marketing name for the following affiliated, registered investment advisers: abrdn Inc., abrdn Investments Limited, abrdn Asia Limited, abrdn Private Equity (Europe) Limited and abrdn ETFs Advisors LLC.

Terran Industries’ Manufacturing Operations Awarded International Quality Management Certification for Axle Design and Manufacture

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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In July, 2024, Terran Industries’ manufacturing operations received the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) 16949:2016 certification for the Design and Manufacture of Axles.

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  • In July, 2024, Terran Industries’ manufacturing operations received the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) 16949:2016 certification for the Design and Manufacture of Axles.
  • This certification reflects Terran Industries’ commitment to excellence in axle manufacturing, customer satisfaction and continual improvement.
  • Our axles are among the first in the industry to be certified in compliance IATF 16949:2016 for Design and Manufacture of Axle - [USI 6KHM9G].
  • "Achieving IATF 16949 certification for our axle design and manufacturing gives our customers and industry partners even more confidence in Terran Industries’ high-quality manufacturing and durable products.

Huggies® and Walgreens® Encourage Parents to Join Them in Supporting Families Struggling with Diaper Need

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the eighth consecutive year, Kimberly-Clark's North American Huggies® Brand and Walgreens are coming together to raise awareness of diaper need in the United States, supporting those struggling with providing diapers for their children. One in two1 families in the U.S. experience diaper need and are unable to provide enough diapers to help keep their child's skin clean, dry and healthy.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the eighth consecutive year, Kimberly-Clark's North American Huggies® Brand and Walgreens are coming together to raise awareness of diaper need in the United States, supporting those struggling with providing diapers for their children.
  • One in two1 families in the U.S. experience diaper need and are unable to provide enough diapers to help keep their child's skin clean, dry and healthy.
  • Now through September 30, 2024, Huggies® and Walgreens are encouraging people across the country to help support this important cause.
  • "National Diaper Bank Network is helping to change the lives of families, and through this partnership with Walgreens we will educate and encourage people to join us in supporting families."

IMEC & World Business Chicago Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive the Future of Manufacturing in Chicago

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IMEC and World Business Chicago (WBC) announce a new partnership aimed at aligning strategies and resources to strengthen Chicago's manufacturing sector and drive inclusive economic growth.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IMEC and World Business Chicago (WBC) announce a new partnership aimed at aligning strategies and resources to strengthen Chicago's manufacturing sector and drive inclusive economic growth.
  • The partnership will focus on key initiatives designed to elevate Chicago's position as a global manufacturing hub.
  • "This partnership with World Business Chicago allows us to address these changes head-on by supporting small and mid-sized manufacturers—the backbone of Chicago's manufacturing ecosystem—while preparing them for what's next."
  • For more information on upcoming events and related research follow the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center and World Business Chicago online.

XMS Capital Partners Serves as Exclusive Financial Advisor to Liquid Bottles LLC on its Sale to Novvia Group

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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XMS Capital Partners, LLC (“XMS”) a global, independent financial services firm focused on providing M&A, corporate advisory and capital raising services, announced that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Liquid Bottles LLC (“Liquid Bottles” or the “Company”) on its sale to Novvia Group (“Novvia”), a global rigid container and life sciences packaging distributor.

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  • XMS Capital Partners, LLC (“XMS”) a global, independent financial services firm focused on providing M&A, corporate advisory and capital raising services, announced that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Liquid Bottles LLC (“Liquid Bottles” or the “Company”) on its sale to Novvia Group (“Novvia”), a global rigid container and life sciences packaging distributor.
  • As a trusted supplier of plastic and glass packaging, Liquid Bottles serves a wide network of customers across diverse geographies and industries.
  • The Liquid Bottles management team will stay on with Novvia to drive the company forward in this next stage of evolution.
  • “We are excited about this new chapter for Liquid Bottles, and we appreciate the support of the XMS team in delivering this successful outcome for the Company,” said Justin Hertz, Co-Founder of Liquid Bottles.

Allstate Announces Preferred Dividends Payable on Oct. 15, 2024

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Friday, September 13, 2024
Professional Services, Insurance, Finance

Allstate declared approximately $29.3 million in aggregate dividends on three series of preferred stock for the dividend period from July 15, 2024, through Oct. 14, 2024.

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  • Allstate declared approximately $29.3 million in aggregate dividends on three series of preferred stock for the dividend period from July 15, 2024, through Oct. 14, 2024.
  • All the preferred dividends are payable in cash on Oct. 15, 2024, to stockholders of record at the close of business on Sept. 30, 2024, as follows:

Beltone Recognized by USA TODAY as a Top Hearing Care Retailer for 2024 - Launches Hear2End Hunger Food Drive to Commemorate Achievement

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Beltone announced it has been recognized by USA TODAY as a Top Retailer in Hearing Care for 2024 .

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Beltone announced it has been recognized by USA TODAY as a Top Retailer in Hearing Care for 2024 .
  • The Hear2End Hunger Food Drive is dedicated to tackling food insecurity, a pressing issue that impacts 12.8% of U.S. households according to a 2022 USDA study , including vulnerable older adults.
  • "At Beltone, we are honored to be recognized by USA TODAY as a Top Hearing Care Retailer for 2024.
  • Through our Hear2End Hunger Food Drive, we aim to give back and address food insecurity, emphasizing the vital connection between nutrition and hearing health.