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Minerva Neurosciences, a clinical-stage biotech focused on CNS disorders, announced that Jim O'Connor will become Chief Business Officer, replacing departing President Geoff Race who will remain as consultant. The leadership change occurs as Minerva prepares to advance its key drug candidate, roluperidone, through a planned Phase 3 trial targeting …
Candel Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing multimodal biological immunotherapies for cancer treatment, announced inducement stock option grants totaling 70,000 shares to five new employees. These grants are made under the company's 2025 Inducement Plan pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The awards…
Fate Therapeutics announced the issuance of restricted stock units (RSUs) totaling 7,260 shares to a newly hired non-executive employee as an inducement to join the company. The RSUs vest over four years and were approved by the Compensation Committee in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
Encore Capital Group, a specialty finance company focused on consumer debt recovery, will release its Q1 2026 financial results on May 6, 2026, followed by an investor conference call and webcast. The company engages in purchasing consumer receivables portfolios from banks and utility providers and emphasizes a consumer-first approach with its Cons…
PMGC Holdings Inc. announced the formation of NorthStrive Defense Tech LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary targeting the high-growth defense technology sector, specifically drone and autonomous systems. This strategic move leverages PMGC's existing aerospace and defense subsidiaries to accelerate commercialization of advanced defense technologies throug…
Akebia Therapeutics announced inducement grants of stock options to 13 newly hired employees as part of their onboarding process, with options totaling 679,900 shares granted at an exercise price equivalent to the closing stock price on the grant date. These options will vest over four years and have a 10-year term.
Telesat Corporation announced a significant multi-year agreement with Northwestel to provide advanced Lightspeed Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services. This deal aims to deliver high-speed, low-latency sovereign broadband to remote communities in Northern Canada, supporting economic growth, education, healthcare, and broader digital participatio…
First Merchants Corporation, a financial holding company based in Muncie, Indiana, will report its first quarter 2026 financial results on April 22, 2026. The company will host a conference call and webcast on April 23, 2026, to discuss the results. The stock is traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol FRME.
Daktronics, a leading US-based designer and manufacturer of dynamic video displays and control systems, will ring the Nasdaq Closing Bell on April 8, 2026, marking a milestone event shortly after announcing its fiscal third quarter results and ahead of its Investor Day. The event symbolizes Daktronics' focus on accelerating profitable growth and ce…
LKQ Corporation will report its financial results for Q1 2026 on April 30, followed by a detailed conference call and webcast led by senior management. The company operates internationally, providing alternative and specialty vehicle parts, with investor access facilitated through multiple communication channels.
BioCardia has submitted clinical data to the FDA and requested a meeting under the FDA's Breakthrough Designation to discuss accelerated approval of its CardiAMP System for treating ischemic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. The CardiAMP HF Trial demonstrated significant clinical benefits in a high-risk patient subgroup, including subst…
Minerals Technologies Inc. will release its first quarter 2026 financial results after market close on April 30, 2026, followed by a conference call on May 1 to discuss these results. The company provides specialty mineral products worldwide and reported $2.1 billion in sales for 2025.
IP Strategy Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: IPST) provided its monthly update highlighting its validator operations on the Story blockchain network. Since launching in September 2025, the company's validator has demonstrated near-perfect uptime and transitioned to a long-term staking model, expected to increase yields. For March 2026, the company earned ov…
Primech Holdings Limited, a Nasdaq-listed company, announced that its subsidiary, Primech A & P, has secured a US$24 million contract to deliver integrated cleaning services across six prominent hawker and food centres in Singapore. The 4+1-year performance-based contract emphasizes technology-driven operational efficiencies including automation an…
Riverview Bancorp, a community bank headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, has appointed Kourosh Zamani and Jon Girod to its board of directors. Zamani brings expertise in AI-driven technology and entrepreneurial experience, while Girod offers decades of home building and development experience in the Pacific Northwest. Their additions aim to enha…
FinWise Bancorp, a US-based bank specializing in fintech banking and payments solutions, has scheduled its first quarter 2026 earnings release and conference call for April 30, 2026. The company enables fintech brands with scalable API-driven lending and payments programs and is expanding its services to include payments and BIN sponsorship offerin…
MiMedx Group, Inc. announced its sponsorship and active participation in two leading wound care conferences—SAWC Spring 2026 and MedStar Georgetown's Diabetic Limb Salvage Conference. The company will highlight its expanded advanced wound care portfolio and present new scientific data, emphasizing clinical evidence and innovative treatments geared …
Toro Corp., a NASDAQ-listed global energy transportation services provider, announced a $60 million revolving credit facility with a leading European financial institution. The five-year facility will be secured by a first priority mortgage on four of the Company's vessels, with proceeds earmarked for general corporate use.
CSW Industrials announced an 11% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.30 per share and repurchased approximately $35 million in shares during the fiscal fourth quarter of 2026. The company highlighted its strong balance sheet, consistent cash flow, and profitability, supporting continued capital return strategies including dividends and share b…
Ultragenyx announced the FDA’s acceptance of the resubmitted Biologics License Application for UX111, an AAV9 gene therapy targeting Sanfilippo syndrome Type A (MPS IIIA), a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disease in children. The FDA granted Priority Review with an expected decision date of September 19, 2026. Clinical data show durable treatment…
Abeona Therapeutics has announced the activation of NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center as its fifth Qualified Treatment Center for administering ZEVASKYN, a gene-modified cellular therapy for recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB). This expansion significantly improves patient access to this novel therapy in t…
Fiserv, Inc. released its March 2026 Small Business Index indicating steady growth in U.S. small business sales, supported by higher average ticket sizes which offset slower foot traffic. The data highlights cautious consumer behavior influenced by rising energy prices, with increased spending at gasoline stations but moderated restaurant and groce…
Intelligent Bio Solutions Inc. successfully completed its initial clinical Cut-off Study for its Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening System detecting opiate codeine, progressing its FDA 510(k) submission process. The company has initiated the second phase clinical studies, including Method Comparison, Usability, and Interference Testing, targ…
SurgePays, a wireless and fintech technology company serving subprime and underserved consumers, announced the launch of a customizable stored value and loyalty platform for merchants nationwide. Integrated into its point-of-sale platform, this new offering enables merchants to operate branded gift cards, store credits, and loyalty programs seamles…
Carpenter Technology Corporation will host a conference call and webcast on April 29, 2026, to discuss their third quarter fiscal 2026 financial results ending March 31, 2026. The call will follow the earnings release prior to market open and provide insights into the company's performance in various high-performance specialty alloy markets.
