Economy of the United States

RBC to announce third quarter results on August 25, 2021

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

TORONTO, Aug. 4, 2021 /CNW/ -Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) will release its third quarter results for 2021 on August 25, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations .

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 4, 2021 /CNW/ -Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) will release its third quarter results for 2021 on August 25, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations .
  • An audiocast of the call is available on a listen-only basis at: rbc.com/investorrelations/quarterly-financial-statements.html or by telephone (416-340-2217, 866-696-5910, passcode 7285593#).
  • Management's comments on results will be posted on RBC's website shortly following the call.
  • A recording will be available by 5:00 p.m. (EDT) from August 25, 2021 until November 30, 2021 at rbc.com/investorrelations/quarterly-financial-statements.html or by telephone (905-694-9451 or 800-408-3053, passcode 8026879#).

Former Head of J.P. Morgan's Private Bank in Northern California Named President of EPIQ Capital Group

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EPIQ Capital Group today announced that Christine Leong Connors has joined the firm as President and a Partner.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EPIQ Capital Group today announced that Christine Leong Connors has joined the firm as President and a Partner.
  • Ms. Leong Connors joins EPIQ Capital after more than 20 years with J.P. Morgan, where she served as Managing Director and the Head of J.P. Morgan's Private Bank in Northern California.
  • In that capacity, she successfully built the Northern California region into one of the top markets within J.P. Morgan's Private Bank, with more than 80 advisors and support staff overseeing more than $74 billion in client assets.
  • "Christine is one of the most talented financial business executives I've come across in the industry," Boeding said.

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Provides Shareholder Update Regarding SEC Exchange Act Rule 15c2-11

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

NAPLES, Fla., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Industrial Nanotech (Pink Sheets:INTK), a company that specializes in nanotechnology innovation and product development, today provided an update regarding meeting the requirements of the new amendments to SEC Exchange Act Rule 15c2-11 which take effect September 28, 2021.

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  • NAPLES, Fla., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Industrial Nanotech (Pink Sheets:INTK), a company that specializes in nanotechnology innovation and product development, today provided an update regarding meeting the requirements of the new amendments to SEC Exchange Act Rule 15c2-11 which take effect September 28, 2021.
  • We have been listed on OTCMarkets since 2005, have never had an SEC compliance problem, and have voluntarily had our financials audited by PCAOB auditors twice.
  • Meeting the new requirements in a timely manner as required is well within our internal standard procedures for compliance and disclosure."
  • The Company is not obligated to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release.

VolitionRx Limited Schedules Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Conference Call and Business Update

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VolitionRx Limited (NYSE AMERICAN: VNRX) ("Volition") today announced it will host a conference call on Thursday, August 12, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss its financial and operating results for the second quarter of 2021, in addition to providing a business update.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VolitionRx Limited (NYSE AMERICAN: VNRX) ("Volition") today announced it will host a conference call on Thursday, August 12, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss its financial and operating results for the second quarter of 2021, in addition to providing a business update.
  • The call will provide an update on recent developments and Volition's activities, including details of new and ongoing clinical trials, important events which have taken place in the second quarter of 2021, and milestones for 2021 and beyond.
  • A live audio webcast of the conference call will also be available on the investor relations page of Volition's corporate website at http://ir.volition.com .
  • In addition, a telephone replay of the call will be available untilAugust 26, 2021.

Mars Announces Plans for 100% Renewable Electricity for its 2,000 Veterinary Hospitals in U.S.

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

This allows Mars to continue to meet its sustainability goal to source 100 percent renewable electricity in the U.S., as it has since 2015.

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  • This allows Mars to continue to meet its sustainability goal to source 100 percent renewable electricity in the U.S., as it has since 2015.
  • Doug Drew, President, Mars Veterinary Health North America, said:"It's imperative to Mars Veterinary Health that we take steps now to ensure abetterfuture for people, pets, and the planet.
  • Being part of Mars allows us to takeimmediateclimate action and make an impact beyond the walls of our veterinary hospitals.
  • Mars Veterinary Health is using its size and scale to lead the veterinary industry forward in reducing its environmental impact."

MPLX LP Announces Retirement of Pamela K.M. Beall; John J. Quaid Named Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of MPLX GP LLC

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Beall, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of MPLX GP LLC, will retire later this year after more than 25 years of service with sponsor Marathon Petroleum (NYSE: MPC) and MPLX.

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  • Beall, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of MPLX GP LLC, will retire later this year after more than 25 years of service with sponsor Marathon Petroleum (NYSE: MPC) and MPLX.
  • John J. Quaid will succeed Ms. Beall as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the general partner, effective Sept. 1, 2021.
  • She was named President, MPLX GP LLC in 2014, leading the company's diversification into natural gas and natural gas liquids logistics services, before assuming her current role in 2016.
  • Mr. Quaid joined MPC in 2014 as Vice President and Controller and has served as Senior Vice President and Controller since 2020.

CVS Health Announces Wage Increases

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

WOONSOCKET, R.I., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) is making a significant investment in its employees by raising the minimum enterprise hourly wage to $15 an hour effective July 2022, with incremental increases to the company's competitive hourly rates starting this month.

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  • WOONSOCKET, R.I., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) is making a significant investment in its employees by raising the minimum enterprise hourly wage to $15 an hour effective July 2022, with incremental increases to the company's competitive hourly rates starting this month.
  • "Attracting and retaining top talent across our businesses is critical as we continue to redefine what it means to meet people's health needs," said CVS Health President and CEO Karen S. Lynch.
  • Moving to $15 an hour next year will mark a more than 60 percent increase in the CVS Health minimum enterprise hourly wage over a four-year period.
  • CVS Health is the leading health solutions company, delivering care in ways no one else can.

Brink’s Appoints Mark Eubanks as Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brinks Company (NYSE:BCO), the global leader in total cash management, route-based secure logistics and payment solutions, today announced that, effective September 7, Mark Eubanks will join the company as executive vice president and chief operating officer, with oversight responsibilities for the companys four regional operating segments.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brinks Company (NYSE:BCO), the global leader in total cash management, route-based secure logistics and payment solutions, today announced that, effective September 7, Mark Eubanks will join the company as executive vice president and chief operating officer, with oversight responsibilities for the companys four regional operating segments.
  • I am confident that Mark will fit seamlessly into our culture, and look forward to working closely with him to drive continued value creation.
  • Before joining Otis Worldwide, Eubanks was group president, electrical products for Eaton Corporation, with global responsibility for six operating divisions with total annual revenue of approximately $6 billion.
  • Eubanks earned his B.S., electrical engineering, from University of Florida and his MBA from Emory University.

Angi to Participate in the Oppenheimer 24th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

DENVER, Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Angi Inc. (NASDAQ: ANGI) will attend the Oppenheimer 24th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference on Tuesday, August 10, 2021.

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  • DENVER, Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Angi Inc. (NASDAQ: ANGI) will attend the Oppenheimer 24th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference on Tuesday, August 10, 2021.
  • Oisin Hanrahan, Chief Executive Officer of Angi Inc., will participate in a fireside chat at 8:15 a.m.
  • A live stream of this virtual fireside chat will be available to the public at https://wsw.com/webcast/oppenheimer15/angi/2744734
    Angi (NASDAQ: ANGI) is your home for everything homea comprehensive solution for all your home needs.
  • From repairs and renovations to products and financing, Angi is transforming every touch point in the customer journey.

Armstrong World Industries to Attend Jefferies Industrials Conference

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

LANCASTER, Pa., Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI), a leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions, will be hosting investor meetings with senior management at the Jefferies Industrial Conference tomorrow, Aug. 4.

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  • LANCASTER, Pa., Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI), a leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions, will be hosting investor meetings with senior management at the Jefferies Industrial Conference tomorrow, Aug. 4.
  • In connection with this event, the company has posted an updated Investor Presentation on its website.
  • The presentation can be accessed on the Investor Relations page at armstrongceilings.com .
  • Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas.