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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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As Ed Sheeran prepares to headline a private Backyard Concert in Pacific Palisades, Teen Cancer America has bolstered its governance with five new board appointments. The national nonprofit, established by The Who’s Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend, confirmed the leadership slate for the 2026–28 term to guide its clinical expansion.
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Ira Ford Saco has officially transitioned to Group 1 Ford of Saco, marking the latest step in a national initiative by Houston-based Group 1 Automotive to unify its retail network. The change, effective August 5, 2026, aligns the Maine dealership with the parent company's broader branding while maintaining its existing local operations.
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Choosing the right carbide tool coating is rarely a secondary concern in precision manufacturing. According to Carl Ciesla, president of Lakeshore Carbide, these microscopic layers act as essential thermal and chemical barriers, determining whether a tool maintains a clean cutting edge or suffers premature failure under high-speed friction.
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Federal agencies now have a verified pathway to modernize asset management following the FedRAMP Moderate authorization of the IBM Maximo Application Suite as a Service. The designation allows government entities to deploy cloud-based tools for infrastructure and facility oversight while meeting rigorous federal security and compliance standards.
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A bull-riding event at the Salinas Sports Complex turned violent on August 1, when bystanders captured footage of participants repeatedly kicking and striking a downed animal. The incident has galvanized animal welfare groups, who are now pressuring the Los Angeles City Council to revive a stalled ordinance targeting rodeo cruelty.
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Ninety-four percent of commercial decision-makers now classify electric vehicle charging as essential infrastructure, marking a departure from viewing the technology as a secondary amenity. A new industry survey from Irvine-based manufacturer BTC POWER indicates that reliability and long-term performance have officially eclipsed low-cost procurement as the primary drivers of market growth.
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Waiting for a health crisis to organize long-term care often strips families of their autonomy and financial flexibility. Ted Thatcher, a financial advisor based in Roseville, California, argues that shifting the conversation from emergency response to proactive strategy preserves both personal choices and the well-being of the entire household.
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The Allstate Corporation reported a significant financial jump for the second quarter of 2026, posting $3.2 billion in net income. The results, driven by robust underwriting and improved investment returns, signal a strong recovery compared to the $2.1 billion recorded during the same period last year.
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Many business owners mistakenly believe that designing and building a sign is the final step, but installing exterior signage without official municipal approval is a common path to costly fines, forced removal, or legal liability. Navigating local zoning laws is a prerequisite to putting any sign on public display.
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At least 30 people died in 2025 following accidents involving foreign national commercial truck drivers, according to a new investigation by the Federation for American Immigration Reform. The report alleges that state-level bureaucratic failures and lax testing standards have compromised national road safety, turning licensing into a systemic liability.
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Ira Honda Saco has officially transitioned to the Group 1 Honda Saco name, marking a strategic shift in the retailer's nationwide brand alignment. While the signage has changed, the Houston-based parent company confirms that ownership, staffing, and day-to-day operations at the Maine dealership remain entirely unchanged.
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Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste saw total passenger traffic dip 1.9% in July 2026, totaling 6.4 million travelers across its international network. The decline, driven by softening figures in Mexico and Puerto Rico, contrasts with a sustained upward trajectory in the company's Colombian airport operations.
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With sixty-seven percent of the local workforce commuting into Fredericksburg, Texas, due to a severe housing shortage, Civitas Capital Group has closed a $33.6 million senior construction loan to fund The Lucille. The 240-unit Class A development aims to alleviate the town's persistent lack of new multifamily inventory.
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Gold Royalty Corp. saw its half-year revenues more than double compared to the previous year, capping a period of record-breaking financial growth. The Vancouver-based firm reported $13.9 million in total revenue for the first six months of 2026, driven by a 40% increase in gold equivalent ounces.
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Austin-based Summit Hotel Properties reported a 27.3% surge in operating income to $28.9 million for the second quarter of 2026, as the real estate investment trust leveraged a 5% increase in pro forma RevPAR to bolster its financial standing and raise its full-year earnings guidance.
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Cognex Corporation reported record quarterly revenue of $291 million for the period ending July 5, 2026, marking a 17% increase year over year. The Natick-based machine vision leader saw its adjusted earnings per share climb 80%, driven by broad demand across its core industrial markets and disciplined cost management.
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Cisco will detail its final financial performance for fiscal year 2026 on Wednesday, August 12, following the close of the market. The networking giant plans to broadcast the results of the period ending July 25 through a live conference call accessible via telephone, web, and major social media platforms.
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Cboe Global Markets experienced a surge in trading activity throughout July 2026, driven by record-setting demand for index options and intensified participation in Global Trading Hours. The exchange operator reported a 34% year-over-year increase in index options volume as investors flocked to short-term derivative strategies.
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Centrus Energy Corp. posted second-quarter revenue of $176.1 million, a 14% increase compared to the same period in 2025, even as net income fell to $16.8 million from $28.9 million. The company is accelerating its domestic enrichment capacity, bolstered by a significant $900 million contract with the U.S. Department of Energy.
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Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 sales of $721.3 million, a 2.2% increase compared to the same period last year. Despite this growth, the Northville-based supplier faced a net loss of $18.8 million, largely driven by restructuring charges and inflationary pressures that tightened the company's adjusted EBITDA margins.
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Driven by a consistent one-rig drilling program in the Cherokee Play, SandRidge Energy reported a 22% increase in oil production during the second quarter of 2026. The Oklahoma-based independent oil and gas firm also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share, payable to stockholders on August 31.
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A heavy $12 million impairment charge related to solar development projects pushed NACCO Industries into a net loss for the second quarter of 2026, overshadowing operational gains across the company's core mining and royalty segments. The firm reported a net loss of $1 million, down from a $3.3 million profit last year.
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Riley Exploration Permian is ramping up its full-year output projections after a second quarter marked by both significant operational growth and localized infrastructure constraints. The company now expects a 30% year-over-year production increase, banking on a strong third-quarter surge to offset earlier pipeline bottlenecks in New Mexico.
