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Citigroup Hikes Dividend 12% to $0.67/Share

Citigroup declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.67 per share for August 28, 2026, with a record date of August 3, 2026, yielding about 2%, and also announced multiple preferred-stock dividends across Series T, Y, Z, AA, BB, CC, DD with varying rates and payments on August 17, 2026. The announcements come alongside the company's statement that the dividend increase to 67 cents a share reflects a 12% boost and aligns with its Q2 results.

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Butterfly Network CEO DeVivo sells 211,798 shares to cover tax withholding

"Butterfly Network insiders have used sell-to-cover transactions tied to RSU vesting to satisfy tax withholding, with CEO Joseph DeVivo selling 211,798 shares at a weighted $6.56 average and retaining 7,672,046 shares, while director and president/CEO Victor Ku sold 48,540 shares and holds 1,015,099 shares after the automatic tax-related disposals. A mandatory- disclosure filing explains buy/sell details under Rule 144 and notes that these sell-to-cover actions are automatic under the company's policy, not discretionary trades.

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First Financial Bancorp Records Q2 Earnings, Plans Merger

Both FVCBankcorp and First Financial Bancorp reported strong Q2 2026 results, with FVCB delivering margin expansion and a solid ROAA while FFBC posted record earnings and moved forward with an all-stock merger with Finward Bancorp alongside a dividend increase. FVCB also declared a $0.07 quarterly dividend and beat earnings estimates, with activity around deposits, valuation signals, and ongoing efficiency gains shaping the stock narrative.

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FACT II terminates Precision Aerospace merger

Fact II Acquisition Corp. terminated its proposed business combination with Precision Aerospace & Defense Group, Inc. after failing to obtain the necessary shareholder approvals and closing conditions by the deadline, with no breaches alleged by either party. The SPAC will continue pursuing other opportunities and has noted that sponsor and related support agreements have terminated as part of the termination, with further details to be provided in a Form 8-K.

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US Private Payroll Growth Slows in June

ADP reported June private-sector hiring rose 98,000, below the 110,000 consensus, signaling cooling in payroll growth, while early July figures point to a continued slowdown at roughly 16.5k per week. Markets reacted with dollar moves as wage trends and payroll data continue to shape expectations for upcoming inflation and policy actions.

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Jerash Board Nominates Ng Chairman, Choi Remains CEO

Jerash Holdings’ board nominated co-founder Tsze Lun Ng (Ringo Ng) to become Chairman if elected at the 2026 Annual Meeting, while Sam Choi will remain CEO and will not stand for re-election to the Board. The leadership transition is presented as a move to strengthen governance and focus on long-term growth.

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Marsh & McLennan Q2 Revenue Up 6%

Marsh & McLennan reported Q2 2026 revenue of $7.4 billion, up 6%, with adjusted EPS of $2.96 (up 9%) as CEO John Doyle cited strong demand across risk, people, strategy and investments. The six‑month results showed revenue of $15.0 billion and adjusted EPS of $6.25, with Risk & Insurance Services posting $4.8 billion in quarterly revenue and consulting up 10%, while the company also expanded shareholder value via a 4.5 million share repurchase and a 10% dividend hike.

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Huhtamaki India Q2 Net Profit Up 75% to ₹437.3 Crore; Revenue Rises

Huhtamaki India reported robust Q2 and H1 2026 standalone results, with Q2 revenue around ₹750 crore and net profit about ₹43.7 crore, marking a 70% YoY profit rise, and H1 revenue of ₹1,363 crore with net profit ₹69.33 crore as volume growth and favorable pricing offset higher costs. The company highlighted improved EBIT margins, ongoing efficiency gains, and a CRISIL rating upgrade to AA-/Stable, supported by a disciplined pricing strategy and value-led portfolio shifts.

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Kraft Heinz, Disney Strike Multiyear Theme Park Deal

Kraft Heinz and Disney have announced a long-term, multi-year alliance to place ten Kraft Heinz brands—including HEINZ, Philadelphia, and Kraft Mac & Cheese—into Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line, and Disney media, with new condiment stations, co-branded packaging, and integrated marketing across platforms. The partnership launches this summer and includes previews at D23 2026, signaling Kraft Heinz's push to revive sales through immersive, branded experiences across Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and related media ventures.

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Danaher Q2 Profit, Revenue Up on Life Sciences

Danaher posted strong Q2 2026 results with net income of $870 million and revenue around $6.265–$6.3 billion, as adjusted earnings per share reached $1.94 on 5.5% revenue growth, led by Life Sciences. The company raised full-year guidance, signaling mid-single-digit core revenue growth and higher EPS targets, aided by acquisitions like Masimo and planned StatLab integration.

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Equifax reports $1.70B Q2 revenue, pursues Círculo acquisition

Equifax reported Q2 2026 revenue of $1.700 billion, about 11% higher year over year, with GAAP net income of $183.9 million and diluted EPS of $1.54, alongside adjusted diluted EPS of $2.25 and adjusted EBITDA of $552.1 million as it pushes AI-driven efficiency. The company also announced the acquisition of Círculo de Crédito in Mexico, lifted its AI-driven cost-reduction target to $150 million for 2026–2028, and maintained full-year guidance of about $6.71–$6.78 billion in revenue and $8.39–$8.69 in EPS, plus Q3 adj EPS guidance of $2.15–$2.25.

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ZEW Sentiment Surges to 26.3 in Germany

Germany’s ZEW Economic Sentiment jumped to 26.3 in July 2026, driven by stronger export-oriented industries and resilient domestic demand, while the automotive sector remained weak and upside risks from Iran tensions and higher oil prices linger. The Eurozone mood also improved, with the euro-area ZEW sentiment at 23.4, signaling broader optimism alongside Germany’s ongoing reforms, though uncertainties remain.

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Atlanta Electricals Q1 Profit Surges, Shares Fall

Atlanta Electricals reported robust Q1 FY27 results with consolidated net profit of ₹46.84 crore and standalone ₹53.09 crore as revenue from operations rose about 46-48% to around ₹466.33 crore, with EBITDA margins near 16.5–16.6% and continued capacity expansion in high-voltage transformers. The company is leveraging a strong order-book, pursuing higher-capacity and EHV capabilities, while IPO proceeds have been largely utilized and the results reflect seasonality with the March quarter typically stronger.

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Britain's June borrowing falls, government under fiscal pressure

UK June borrowing came in at 16 billion pounds, down from a year earlier and below forecasts as stronger tax receipts and lower interest costs partly ease near-term fiscal pressure under the new government. However, overall debt remains around 3 trillion pounds and the administration is still navigating fiscal rules while signaling cost-cutting measures and taxes to ease living costs.

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Marston's World Cup Surge Drives Growth

Marston’s reported a strong World Cup trading period with England matchdays delivering 22% like-for-like sales growth and Grandstand pubs up about 170% year-on-year, while newer formats like Grandstand conversions are delivering around 30% LFL growth; however, year-to-date sales are 1.6% lower due to softer off-peak conditions. The company outlined plans to accelerate investment with around 100 Grandstand conversions in FY2027, target leverage near 4x, and resume shareholder returns via buybacks as conditions allow.

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Billington Announces £28m Contract Wins Across Three Sectors

Billington Holdings reports three contract wins totaling about £28 million, spanning a North-West London education campus, an energy-from-waste project in Eastern England, and a defence-sector initial instruction slated for delivery in 2027, reinforcing its focus on high-quality, complex structural steel projects. The updates come amid a challenging market with weak demand in the structural-steel sector, and alongside news of a potential closure of the Yate facility, underscoring pressure on profitability and the need to align capacity with subdued demand.

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BAWAG Q2 Profit Up 21%, PTSB Deal Advances

BAWAG Group posted €255 million in Q2 net profit, up 21% year-over-year, with strong ROTCE around 28.7% and robust capital metrics as it eyes a fully self-funded acquisition of Permanent TSB. The deal faces a July 30 shareholder vote and is expected to close in late 2026 or early 2027, pending regulatory and court approvals.

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CM.com reports 14% revenue, 55% EBITDA growth

CM.com posted stronger first half 2026 results, with Q2 revenue up around 14% year-on-year and EBITDA up 55%, alongside record messaging volumes and growth in ARR driven by HALO and the new Customer Context Platform. MedCap AB reported robust Q2 2026 growth, with net sales up 16% and EBITA up 38% (adjusted EBITA up 28%), supported by acquisitions such as Biopsafe and continued margin improvement in all segments.

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Seven Dead, Five Injured as Sleeper Bus Catches Fire in Southern Vietnam

A sleeper bus crashed and caught fire on National Highway 1 in Dong Nai province, southern Vietnam, killing seven and injuring five as flames engulfed the 24-seat vehicle, with authorities investigating the blaze. Related reports describe a similar fatal bus-fire incident on the route from Lam Dong to Ho Chi Minh City, with ongoing inquiries into the cause.

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Ant International secures $1.2B for global payments expansion

Ant International raised about $1.2 billion in a Series A, with participation from Ant Group and Alibaba as it pursues global expansion in merchant payments, account management and other financial services, while integrating AI across its infrastructure. The Singapore-based unit, spun out in 2024, operates four units—Alipay+, Antom, WorldFirst and Bettr—across Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America, serving roughly 150 million merchants and 2 billion user accounts and was valued at about $10 billion prior to the funding.

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Worldcoin ETF S-1 filed by Grayscale

Grayscale has filed an S-1 with the SEC to launch a spot Worldcoin ETF that would hold WLD directly and trade on Nasdaq as GWLD, with shares issued in 10,000-share creation blocks and a passive, non-leveraged structure. The filing names custodians and administrators (BitGo Bank & Trust, Bank of New York Mellon, CSC Delaware Trust) and notes that details like fees and seed investment will be provided in later amendments, with final listing contingent on SEC approval and a 19b-4 rule change.

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Wintrust Q2 Profit Rises to $225M

Wintrust Financial posted solid Q2 results with $225.3 million in net income and $3.30 per share on revenue of about $961 million, a year-over-year rise driven by loan and deposit growth. The bank also reported record first-half net income for 2026, driven by strong net interest income and ongoing balance-sheet expansion, and beat consensus estimates for quarterly earnings per share.

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USCB Financial Declares $0.125 Dividend Payable Sept. 4

USCB Financial Holdings announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share of Class A common stock, payable September 4, 2026 to shareholders of record as of August 17, 2026, with future dividends subject to quarterly review and board approval. The multiple press releases and 8-K filings confirm the dividend details.

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TSX Drops 303 Points as June Inflation Data

Canada’s main stock index fell more than 300 points after Statistics Canada showed June inflation at 2.8%, with weaker consumer prices not providing a lift to equities as oil prices rose amid US-Iran tensions. Financial stocks led declines even as some tech and energy names advanced, and global oil prices and geopolitical risk kept pressure on markets.

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