NEW YORK, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - BMO will be hosting its 19th annual Farm to Market | Chemicals Conference on May 15 and 16, 2024, at the Westin Times Square in New York. The event is set to bring together industry leaders to discuss the future of the agriculture and food sector. According to BMO, the conference will feature candid and informative discussions and panels led by their world-leading analysts and involving leaders from over 100 companies in the sector.The conference aims to address the most pressing topics across the entire agri-food industry, including...
The American Fintech Council (AFC) has taken a leading role in supporting the South Carolina legislation aimed at creating a safe regulatory structure for Earned Wage Access (EWA). In a letter addressed to The South Carolina House Committee on Labor, Commerce, and Industry, AFC and its members strongly endorsed the bipartisan legislation (S.700) that seeks to regulate the growing financial service product.Phil Goldfeder, Chief Executive Officer of the American Fintech Council, emphasized the industry's commitment to providing safe financial services to underserved...
On May 2, 2024, Americans across the country expressed their concerns about the Durbin-Marshall Credit Card Bill. One individual stated, "Americans across the country are speaking out against harmful credit card routing legislation." The sentiment reflects a widespread unease among citizens regarding the proposed legislation.In response to the bill, another voice in the debate emphasized the importance of technological advancement and national data security standards. The individual asserted, "We believe investing in new technologies and legislating national data security...
NASHVILLE, TN — Soles4Souls, a nonprofit focused on creating sustainable jobs and providing economic relief through the distribution of shoes and clothing, has received a significant boost from Bank of America. The financial institution granted $150,000 to Soles4Souls to expand its 4Opportunity program to the Dominican Republic.Buddy Teaster, President and CEO of Soles4Souls, expressed gratitude for the support, stating, “For more than a decade, we have seen how our 4Opportunity program can change lives around the world.” This initiative aims to empower individuals in...
The 2024 Independents Conference & Expo, set to take place on May 2, will delve into the challenges faced by the industry in terms of capital and financing options. The event aims to shed light on how companies can adapt to the changing financial landscape and make the most of emerging opportunities.One of the key topics to be discussed at the conference is the importance of broadening the pool of capital providers and expanding funding options. As stated by one of the event organizers, "As our industry adapts to the evolving financial and economic landscape while seeking...
EOG Resources, Inc. has announced its first quarter 2024 results, highlighting a strong start to the year with production exceeding targets and lower-than-planned per-unit cash operating costs. Ezra Yacob, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of EOG, expressed satisfaction with the company's performance, stating, "EOG is off to a great start this year, delivering strong first quarter results."Yacob attributed the consistent strong execution quarter after quarter to the quality and depth of EOG's multi-basin portfolio and the dedication of employees across operating areas....
MECHANICSBURG, Pa., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Select Medical Holdings Corporation ("Select Medical") released its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. The company reported significant growth in various key financial metrics. According to the announcement, revenue for the first quarter increased by 7.4%, reaching $1,788.8 million, marking a positive trend compared to the same quarter in the previous year.Income from operations also saw a substantial increase of 28.1%, totaling $194.0 million for the first quarter of 2024. Net income showed a...
MasTec, Inc. announced its first quarter 2024 financial results and updated guidance expectations for the full year, reflecting a positive outlook for the company's performance. The first quarter of 2024 saw a 4% increase in revenue to $2.69 billion, marking a record high for the quarter. Despite a GAAP net loss of $34.5 million, the adjusted net loss and adjusted diluted loss per share showed improvements compared to the previous year.Commenting on the results, Jose Mas, MasTec's Chief Executive Officer, expressed optimism about the company's strategic investments,...
BMO, in collaboration with Deloitte, has announced the 2024 launch of its annual BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program. The initiative is dedicated to helping U.S. women-owned businesses make real financial progress. Erminia (Ernie) Johannson, Group Head, North American Personal and Business Banking, stated, "Each year, the BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program helps inspire women-led businesses to thrive in their communities and make progress." The program invites women business owners to apply for one of its 15 grants by sharing their business growth plans that satisfy...
Triad Business Bank announced its unaudited first-quarter 2024 results on May 2, 2024, showing improvements and strategic measures to enhance its financial performance.Chief Executive Officer Ramsey Hamadi highlighted the positive progress, stating, "In the first quarter of 2024, the Bank had a net loss of $101,000, which was a $700,000 improvement over the previous quarter." Hamadi outlined the Bank's efforts to focus on core deposits and profitable loan relationships to drive future growth and sustainability.According to Triad Business Bank, the net loss for the first...
The president and CEO of the American Financial Services Association (AFSA) said a new tool released by his organization found ‘pessimism’ about the current state of consumers’ access to credit, and one reason is a “lack of clarity” regarding rules and regulations from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
Washington, D.C. (May 1, 2024)— In response to the recent acquisition of a tax-paying bank by a tax-exempt credit union, President and CEO of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), Rebeca Romero Rainey, emphasized the need for congressional action. Romero Rainey stated, “Tax-exempt credit unions now account for nearly a quarter of this year’s bank acquisitions, with each one expanding the federal tax exemption for more than $2 trillion in credit union assets and displacing a critical and trusted provider of credit in local communities."Romero Rainey pointed...
Chase CEO for Business, Ben Walter, expressed the bank's commitment to small business owners, stating, “We want to be good partners to our business clients and that means listening to them and creating products and services that meet their needs.”Small business owners will now be able to electronically create and send invoices through a new digital invoicing solution offered by Chase. This service aims to help businesses get paid faster and more efficiently. In a recent survey, 86% of small business owners emphasized the importance of sending and receiving invoices...
Bank of America President of International Bernard Mensah is set to take part in the Barclays Americas Select Franchise Conference on May 8 at 1:30 p.m. British Summer Time in London, as announced by Bank of America. The event will also be accessible via a live webcast on the Bank of America Investor Relations website.Describing Bank of America's role in the financial sector, the institution is highlighted as a key player, catering to a wide spectrum of clients, including individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses, and large corporations. The company offers...
Heather Hogsett, Senior Vice President of Technology and Risk Strategy for BITS, testified before the House Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection regarding the implementation of the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (CIRCIA). In her remarks, Hogsett called for significant changes to the proposed rule to enhance its effectiveness for both the government and industry.Hogsett emphasized the need for revisions in the proposed rule, stating, “CISA should rewrite its proposed rule to avoid collecting more data than necessary...
MADISON, Wis., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, named #1 for customer satisfaction among mortgage origination companies in the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Mortgage Origination Satisfaction Study, announced today the addition of four origination teams to its ranks.The Kirk Scrima, Dan Kaminski, and Steve Kaminski team, previously with Summit Funding, will now operate offices in various California locations, as well as branches in Arizona and North Carolina. This team, bringing 22 teammates to Fairway, funded 291 units in 2023, amounting to...
Dallas, May 1, 2024 - The Highland Opportunities and Income Fund (NYSE: HFRO) has announced its regular monthly distribution of $0.0385 per share, payable on May 31, 2024, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 24, 2024.The Fund, managed by NexPoint Asset Management, L.P., operates as a closed-end fund aiming to provide capital growth and income in a registered fund format. This distribution adjustment aligns with the Fund's current portfolio and investment objective, as implemented on January 4, 2024.Investors are advised to carefully consider the...
Service Corporation International (SCI) has reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2024, showing a positive start to the year. Chairman and CEO, Tom Ryan, expressed pride in the company's performance, stating, "Today we are proud to start off the year with earnings per share of $0.89 and net cash provided by operating activities of $220 million." Ryan attributed these results to the strong performance in the cemetery segment, with notable growth in preneed cemetery sales production and comparable cemetery revenue and gross profit.Acknowledging the efforts...
Washington, D.C. – The Bank Policy Institute (BPI) has emphasized the importance of clear and objective standards in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for the benefit of bank customers and the economy. In a statement for the record presented at the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy hearing, the BPI highlighted the significance of a healthy M&A pipeline with defined timelines and expectations for merger approvals.According to the BPI, uncertainties created by recent federal proposals could have detrimental effects on the M&A...
Small business owners across the nation, particularly in the Southeast, are facing heightened stress levels and concerns about inflation, as revealed by Truist's annual Small Business Pulse Survey. Scott Stearsman, the head of small business banking at Truist, noted the resilience of small businesses amid economic uncertainties, stating, "In recent years, our survey has shown the impact that economic uncertainty and high levels of stress can have on small business owners regionally and nationally."Despite expressing optimism about growth in 2024, many small business...