Companies
U.S. insurance workforce grows 0.21% as hiring plans slow
Annual headcount rise falls short of expectations as 11% of firms plan layoffs amid automation and restructuring. Life and health segment leads hiring intentions.
U.S. judge to hear dispute over Trump name on Kennedy Center facade
A federal judge examines whether new signage acknowledging Trump's renovations violates a prior order to remove his name from the Kennedy Center. Hearing set for Thursday.
Symal posts $1.14 bln revenue as FY2026 diversification drives growth
Australian infrastructure group Symal reported a 25.9% revenue increase to $1.14 bln in FY2026, as acquisitions and expansion into digital infrastructure and energy boosted scale and pipeline to $11 bln.
Boxabl secures California license to expand into project development
Modular housing firm Boxabl gains licensed general contracting capability in California, enabling direct bids on site development and installation projects. The move aims to reduce costs and streamline delivery for residential and commercial projects.
Borealis Foods expands school reach to 20,000, revenue jumps 110%
K-12 foodservice channel drives 110% YoY revenue growth as company scales production through U.S. manufacturing platform. Products now served in 2,500 districts across 40 states.
Amanjena redefines luxury with understated elegance in Marrakesh
The Amanjena resort in Marrakesh offers a retreat from sensory overload, emphasizing privacy, space and stillness over spectacle. Its philosophy contrasts with the louder trends in high-end hospitality.
Lalique Hospitality GM Tanja Wegmann on Rolex, dogs and leadership
Rolex’s understated prestige resonates with Lalique Hospitality’s General Manager, who also credits her rescue dog for reshaping her life and work.
Galderma opens Miami headquarters to anchor U.S. and Latin America growth
The pure-play dermatology leader opens its new Miami hub, consolidating U.S. and Latin America operations as part of a $650 million manufacturing and commercial investment plan through 2030.
Cre8 Enterprise client base surges 17.8% in first half of 2026
Hong Kong-based financial printing firm sees client count rise to 550, citing heightened IPO and compliance demand. IPO submissions to the local exchange jumped 482% year-over-year.
Kaiser Partner Privatbank crosses CHF 10 bln AUM, posts 14.7% profit gain
Assets under management rise 5.6% to a record CHF 10.3 bln; net inflows total CHF 500 mln in H1 2026. Profit climbs to CHF 6.7 mln, up 14.7% YoY.
Vistry secures £350m UK affordable housing grant, largest single award
The £350 million grant will fund over 3,000 affordable homes under the government's Social and Affordable Homes Programme. Vistry has secured funding from the scheme since 2006.
FDA approves Gilead's Bixlenvo for HIV treatment in adults
New once-daily oral regimen combines bictegravir and lenacapavir, offering simplified dosing for virologically suppressed adults. Phase 3 trials showed comparable efficacy to existing therapies.
UL Solutions unveils Retail Total Access platform for supply chain risk management
New software consolidates testing, inspection and audit data to help retailers track supplier performance and identify quality-related delays across global supply chains.
Swiss wealth manager Invethos appoints finance academics to board
Berner Vermögensverwalter Invethos adds behavioral finance expert Thorsten Hens and economist Adriel Jost to its strategic advisory board, strengthening its academic and policy expertise.
Regeneron to deploy Veeva Vault CRM globally in expanded partnership
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals selects Veeva Systems' Vault CRM for global commercial operations, extending an existing collaboration to enhance field engagement data capture and decision-making.
Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging Trump's offshore drilling order
Federal judge rules case premature as drilling in disputed areas remains unlikely. Environmental groups vow to refile if conditions change.
California DA allocates $100M for GKN incident evacuees
Orange County District Attorney announces claims program for over 50,000 residents displaced by May chemical incident. Plant owner targets September restart.
Moody’s downgrades Crane NXT’s senior secured debt to Ba1 from Baa3
Credit agency cites lower-than-expected recovery value for secured debt amid heavy leverage ahead of Antares Vision acquisition. Outlook remains stable.
QumulusAI secures Oklahoma data center lease through 2044
The AI infrastructure firm extends its Oklahoma facility lease with three five-year renewal options, adding flexibility for future expansion. The site offers 19 MW of contracted power, with 9 MW currently unused.
U.S. firms face surge in cyberattacks disrupting operations and exposing data
Ransomware, social engineering, and data theft incidents have surged this year, targeting major corporations across sectors from retail to healthcare, with hackers demanding millions in cryptocurrency.
Cyber insurers revise policies as AI-driven threats escalate
Global cyber insurance market projected to reach $28 billion by 2030 as insurers adjust coverage for AI-enabled attacks. Nearly 20% of cyber incidents may involve generative AI by 2027, per Aon.
Anthropic targets $86bn IPO with insider secondary tranche and extended lockup
Anthropic plans a record IPO raising over $86bn, aiming for a $1.5‑2tn valuation, with a structured secondary tranche for early shareholders and a lockup longer than the standard 180 days.
SL Science licensor files exosome drug master file with FDA
JY BioMed submits FDA Drug Master File for exosomes derived from Gamma Delta T cells, expanding regulatory documentation for SL Science’s cancer therapy platform.
Our Bond secures Jerusalem municipal security deal covering 10,000 workers
Our Bond’s AI-driven security platform will protect Jerusalem’s municipal workforce under a sole-supplier agreement. The deal follows a pilot program and positions the company for broader expansion in the city.