Scottsdale luxury drivers now have immediate access to a refreshed lineup of Mercedes-Maybach models, as the local dealership updates its inventory with the latest 2026 flagship vehicles. The showroom, located at 4725 North Scottsdale Road, aims to serve buyers seeking a blend of German engineering and bespoke interior aesthetics.
Investors who purchased Bloom Energy Corporation securities between February 27, 2025, and July 8, 2026, face a September 28 deadline to seek lead plaintiff status in an ongoing class action lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding the company’s supply chain transparency and its reliance on Chinese-sourced scandium.
Autonomous systems are no longer confined to the laboratory, forcing a fundamental rethink of investment risk. As the barrier between digital logic and physical execution collapses, Egan-Jones warns that established firms face an existential challenge from agile competitors capable of integrating AI into their core operations more effectively.
Nick and Laura Cernohous are bringing the character of western Wisconsin to a national audience through Real Wisconsin, a new television series launched on the REAL Shows Network. The program aims to blend property market insights with local community storytelling, highlighting the people and businesses defining the Eau Claire region.
A sixteen-year-old boy has filed suit against Chipotle Mexican Grill after contracting a Salmonella infection that resulted in a permanent diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. The legal action, filed in Montana, marks the beginning of expected litigation tied to a multistate outbreak linked to contaminated jalapeños served at the chain.
Redmond-based Worldscape has closed a $10 million seed extension led by Scout Ventures to scale its AI-native decision platform. The capital infusion follows a period of rapid internal growth, with the company expanding its engineering workforce from 10 to nearly 70 employees over the past year to support defense and energy sector initiatives.
The Saco dealership on Portland Road has officially shed its former moniker, transitioning to Group 1 Toyota Saco as of August 5, 2026. This move marks a strategic effort by Houston-based parent company Group 1 Automotive to standardize its retail identity across its extensive network of U.S. and U.K. locations.
Duke Energy Progress has secured a settlement with the North Carolina Public Staff to slash its requested rate increase by more than half. The agreement, which follows intense pressure from consumer advocates, balances the utility’s infrastructure expansion plans against the immediate financial strain currently facing millions of state residents.
Thomas Joseph Flaherty has secured a position as a Pinnacle Professional Member within The Inner Circle, a recognition highlighting his specialized contributions to aviation law and complex litigation. Based in Hillsboro, Oregon, his practice bridges the gap between technical aviation requirements and high-stakes legal advocacy for industry professionals.
After a quarter-century at GP Strategies, Heidi Milberg has been appointed Executive Vice President of Growth and Client Services at Clarity Consultants. The move aims to bolster the firm’s managed learning services as it targets expansion among Fortune 500 clients seeking to modernize their corporate training operations.
For the third consecutive year, Petaluma-based Cascade Receivables Management has earned a spot on the 2026 Best Places to Work in Collections list. The designation, awarded by ACA International and the Best Companies Group, highlights the firm's ongoing efforts to cultivate employee satisfaction within the competitive debt collection sector.
Shareholders of CNO Financial Group are set to receive a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share, a move that extends the company’s consecutive payout record to 58 quarters. The Carmel-based insurer confirmed the distribution date for late September, continuing its long-standing policy of returning capital to investors.
Teamsters California has filed a lawsuit in Alameda Superior Court challenging the Department of Motor Vehicles’ decision to authorize autonomous heavy-duty trucks on public roads. The union alleges the agency bypassed mandatory public disclosure laws and ignored significant safety and economic risks to expedite the deployment of robotic freight vehicles.
Austin-based 360training has acquired seven specialized compliance brands from San Antonio operators, significantly broadening its reach in healthcare, workplace safety, and food handling. The move adds 57 unique courses to the firm’s catalog, targeting recurring certification mandates for both individual professionals and enterprise employers across North America.
Ira Collision Center North is now Group 1 Collision Saco, marking the latest step in a nationwide initiative to unify the Houston-based retailer's branding. The name change, effective August 5, 2026, aligns the Maine facility with the company's broader network while maintaining its existing staff and repair operations.
Stoneridge, Inc. posted a second-quarter net loss of $5.3 million for 2026, a significant improvement from the $11.1 million loss recorded during the same period last year. Driven by a 15.1% increase in sales to $181.4 million, the Novi-based company is banking on strategic cost controls to sustain its momentum.
OceanaGold Corporation produced 138,800 ounces of gold during the second quarter of 2026, maintaining its production guidance while generating $130 million in free cash flow. The Vancouver-based miner ended the period with $655 million in cash reserves and no outstanding debt, underscoring a period of significant financial stability.
OceanaGold Corporation produced 138,800 ounces of gold in the second quarter of 2026, marking a 7% increase over the previous quarter. The company ended the period with $655 million in cash and no debt, while advancing key growth projects across its global mining portfolio.
Liberty Mutual Insurance reported a significant jump in net income for the first half of 2026, reaching $4.686 billion compared to $2.870 billion during the same period last year. The Boston-based insurer credited the gains to disciplined underwriting and robust investment returns across its global portfolio.
Manulife Financial Corporation has reached an agreement to reinsure a $3.2 billion block of long-term care policies with Munich American Reassurance Company. The deal, expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, marks the Toronto-based insurer’s third major effort in under three years to prune its exposure to long-term care volatility.
Manulife Financial Corporation has reached an agreement to reinsure a $3.2 billion block of long-term care policies with Munich American Reassurance Company. The deal marks the Toronto-based insurer’s third major move in under three years to shift biometric risk and streamline its in-force portfolio ahead of a planned fourth-quarter closing.
Manulife Financial Corporation confirmed a quarterly dividend of $0.485 per common share, maintaining its commitment to shareholder returns. The payment is scheduled for distribution on September 21, 2026, to those holding shares on record by the close of business on August 21, 2026.
Shareholders of record at the close of business on August 21, 2026, are set to receive a quarterly common share dividend of $0.485 from Manulife. The Toronto-based financial services provider confirmed the payout, which is scheduled to be distributed on or after September 21, 2026.
Manulife Financial Corporation has confirmed its quarterly dividend schedule for ten series of non-cumulative preferred shares. Payments are slated for distribution on or after September 19, 2026, for all shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 21, 2026.
A $1,109,181 contribution from The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation is set to accelerate workforce training at the College of the Canyons Advanced Technology Center. The two-year grant aims to bridge the gap between local high school students and high-growth industrial sectors across Los Angeles County.
Manulife Financial Corporation’s board of directors has authorized quarterly dividends for its suite of non-cumulative preferred shares. Investors holding these specific classes can expect payments to be issued on or after September 19, 2026, provided they remain shareholders of record by the close of business on August 21, 2026.
Gartner predicts that AI-driven discovery will slash traditional search engine volume by 25 percent by 2026. As chatbots increasingly act as intermediaries between companies and buyers, the ability to present a consistent brand identity is no longer an aesthetic preference but a prerequisite for basic machine readability.
Manulife Financial Corporation posted robust second-quarter results for 2026, headlined by a 16% jump in core earnings per share and double-digit growth across all three primary insurance new business metrics. The insurer attributed its performance to disciplined strategic execution and significant expansion in its Asian and Wealth Management segments.
Manulife Financial Corporation reported a robust second quarter for 2026, driven by a 16% increase in core earnings per share and double-digit growth across its primary insurance business segments. The Toronto-based insurer saw net income climb to $2.1 billion, bolstered by disciplined execution and expansion in Asia and wealth management.
The Maryland Department of Commerce has granted a ten-year extension to the Brunswick Enterprise Zone, a move designed to anchor long-term commercial investment across 1,060 acres of Frederick County. By focusing on the historic downtown district and the Petersville Road corridor, officials aim to accelerate local redevelopment and job creation.
