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Seven & i Holdings has appointed industry veteran Mauricio Leyva as the new Chief Executive Officer of 7-Eleven, Inc., effective August 1, 2026. The move signals a strategic shift for the convenience giant as it prepares to accelerate its North Star transformation program ahead of the brand's centennial anniversary next year.
Achieve, a digital personal finance firm with a significant presence in the Phoenix area, has secured a spot on the 2026 list of the 10 Best Places for Women to Work in Arizona. The accolade, awarded by Az Business Magazine, recognizes companies that prioritize professional growth and inclusive leadership for women.
The Department of Justice has officially withdrawn its subpoenas aimed at New York Times journalists, a move National Press Club President Mark Schoeff Jr. describes as a vital victory for constitutional protections. The decision halts an effort that previously threatened to force the disclosure of confidential news sources.
After thirty years of shaping careers in modeling and professional development, MAIA Management Group is pivoting toward a broader regional mandate. Founder Marlene Cox will host a public showcase on August 7 at FITCI in Frederick, Maryland, to unveil an expanded portfolio focused on leadership, media, and community entrepreneurship.
Charter Communications has initiated a large-scale private exchange offer for twelve series of existing notes, aiming to swap outstanding debt for a combination of cash and new senior secured notes due in 2038 and 2041, with individual caps set at $1.75 billion for each new issuance.
A £1.5 million grant from the UK Department for Transport will fuel Project SEAN, an initiative designed to test electric aircraft across Scotland’s rugged northern regions. Starting in 2027, the consortium plans to run a three-month demonstration program to evaluate sustainable transit for remote communities and medical services.
Stockholders of Uranium Energy Corp gathered in Corpus Christi on July 23, 2026, to finalize board elections and executive appointments. The annual meeting confirmed a stable governance path for the company as it continues to scale its domestic production capacity across Wyoming and South Texas platforms.
With over 80% of Fortune 500 companies now utilizing ChatGPT Enterprise, the rapid integration of generative AI has created significant visibility gaps for security teams. Cyberhaven is addressing this by launching direct compliance API integrations, allowing firms to monitor sensitive data across both OpenAI and Anthropic platforms.
McLean-based Primis Financial Corp. reported a significant jump in second-quarter net income to $9.4 million, up from $2.4 million during the same period last year. The results were bolstered by a $5.9 million gain from the sale of Bearing Insurance, helping offset provisions for loan losses and legal settlements.
The Philadelphia-based agricultural sciences firm FMC Corporation will distribute a quarterly dividend of 8 cents per share to its investors this autumn. The payout, authorized by the company's board of directors, targets shareholders of record as of the close of business on September 30, 2026.
Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste saw total passenger traffic fall 2.7% during the second quarter of 2026, as declines in Mexico and Puerto Rico outweighed gains in Colombia. Despite the lower volume, the airport operator reported a 9.9% increase in total revenues, reaching Ps.9,579 million for the three-month period.
Chicago-based digital automotive marketplace Cars.com Inc. will release its financial performance figures for the second quarter of 2026 on Thursday, August 6. The announcement marks the latest milestone for the tech platform as it navigates shifting consumer demand and evolving AI-driven retail tools within the U.S. automotive sector.
The Chemours Company has scheduled the release of its second quarter 2026 financial results for the afternoon of Tuesday, August 4, 2026. This disclosure will be followed by a public conference call the next morning, as the Wilmington-based chemical manufacturer prepares to update shareholders on its recent performance.
A family has initiated a civil lawsuit against xAI in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas, alleging that the company’s Grok chatbot facilitated the creation of sexually explicit images of their child, stemming from a broader criminal investigation into a Bentonville photographer.
Sean Leary, previously the chief financial planning and investor relations officer, will pivot to lead consumer servicing operations for Ally Financial’s auto finance unit. The shift, announced Wednesday, marks a strategic realignment of internal leadership as the firm prepares for its next phase of service delivery.
Seventy warehouse workers at US Foods in Cleveland have voted unanimously to ratify their first union contract, securing a 17 percent wage increase and fully employer-paid health coverage. This milestone agreement marks a successful conclusion to an organizing campaign that began when the staff joined Teamsters Local 507 last year.
A unanimous strike authorization vote from Teamsters Local 14 members at the Vestis Las Vegas facility signals a boiling point in an ongoing labor dispute. The workers are demanding an immediate end to systemic intimidation and harassment, which they claim has rendered their daily work environment hostile and unsustainable.
The Skin Center, a prominent medical spa and cosmetic surgery practice with 14 locations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan, has been acquired by a leading middle market healthcare private equity fund. Financial services firm Mesirow acted as the exclusive advisor for the transaction on behalf of the company's previous owners.
With over three decades of regional banking experience, Malinda Henkel has been appointed Vice President and Branch Business Development Officer at Potomac Bank. She is tasked with spearheading the institution's growth into Winchester, Virginia, and the broader Frederick County market, operating from a new office on N. Braddock Street.
Artivion, the Atlanta-based medical device developer specializing in aortic disease treatment, will report its second-quarter financial results on August 6, 2026. The company intends to release its performance data immediately following the close of market trading, setting the stage for a subsequent management discussion regarding the quarter's outcomes.
The Valley River Plaza shopping center in Eugene, Oregon, now hosts a new uBreakiFix franchise, marking a regional expansion for owners George Kalomiris and Steve Benson. Located at 1011 Valley River Way, the shop aims to provide same-day solutions for a wide range of consumer electronics, from smartphones to game consoles.
A 6% drop in HCA Healthcare stock following a downward revision of annual profit guidance has triggered a formal investigation by the law firm Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check. The inquiry focuses on potential federal securities law violations after the company reported a $400 million revenue hit last quarter.
Investors who incurred financial losses in Grail, Inc. between May 2025 and February 2026 now have a window to serve as lead plaintiffs in a securities fraud lawsuit. The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz is organizing the action, setting a firm deadline of August 4, 2026, for participation.
BancFirst Corporation posted net income of $66.7 million for the second quarter of 2026, surpassing the $62.3 million recorded during the same period last year. The Oklahoma-based financial holding company attributed the performance to expanded loan volume and an improved net interest margin of 3.84 percent.
Registration is now open for the third annual Baby of the Year competition, a nationwide fundraiser that awards the winner $25,000 and a spot in a major advertising campaign. The event serves as a platform to generate charitable grants for Baby2Baby, an organization providing essentials to children across the United States.
Investors who purchased Primoris Services Corporation securities between August 5, 2025, and June 22, 2026, are now represented in a class action lawsuit. The complaint targets the infrastructure firm for allegedly misleading shareholders regarding its ability to accurately forecast costs and profitability for its fixed-price renewable energy projects.
Eduardo Bartolomeo, the former chief executive officer of global mining giant Vale S.A., has joined the board of directors at Albemarle Corporation. His appointment, effective July 21, 2026, brings three decades of industrial leadership to the lithium producer as it seeks to navigate complex global supply markets.
Shareholders of Otis Worldwide Corporation are set to receive a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per common share, following a formal declaration by the company’s Board of Directors. This latest payout reflects the firm's ongoing capital return strategy as it maintains its position as a global leader in vertical transportation.
Shareholders of Gainesville-based Select Water Solutions will receive a cash dividend of $0.07 per share following a decision by the company's Board of Directors. The payout for Class A common stock is scheduled for distribution on August 19, 2026, for those holding positions by the close of business on August 7.
A minor bicycle accident involving Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Marc Bitzer has prompted Whirlpool Corporation to reschedule its second-quarter earnings report. The appliance giant will now release its financial results on August 3, 2026, followed by a conference call for the investment community the next morning.