As $124 trillion in household wealth prepares to shift between generations by 2048, commercial property owners face a looming crisis of preparation. While portfolios were built through decades of aggressive acquisition, many families lack the structural roadmap to manage the complex transition of active real estate assets to their heirs.
Nearly three-quarters of HR professionals now struggle to distinguish genuine candidate qualifications from AI-generated fabrications, according to a new Equifax survey. As artificial intelligence makes it easier for applicants to embellish their histories, companies are increasingly finding their traditional vetting processes tested by sophisticated digital deception.
St. Louis-based coal producer Peabody has authorized a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share on its common stock. The payout is scheduled for distribution on September 3, 2026, to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 12, 2026.
Dan Croteau, a veteran executive with over three decades of experience in the medical device sector, will become the new chief executive officer of Viant on August 4. His appointment follows a period of significant growth for the Foxborough-based company, which provides design and manufacturing services to global healthcare firms.
Peabody posted a net loss of $90.6 million for the second quarter of 2026, a sharp decline from the $27.6 million loss recorded during the same period last year. The St. Louis-based coal producer faced temporary volume constraints and rising operational costs, even as it aggressively moved to overhaul its financial structure.
Curaleaf Holdings is set to open its 75th dispensary in Florida on July 31, marking a strategic milestone for the cannabis provider. Located at 3575 W. Boynton Beach Blvd., the new retail site brings the company’s total national footprint to 167 locations as it continues to scale its operations within the state.
Wingstop reported a 16.9% increase in net income to $31.3 million for the second quarter of 2026, even as the restaurant chain faced a 7.5% decline in domestic same-store sales. The Dallas-based company expanded its footprint by 102 net new locations, pushing its total system-wide count to 3,255.
General Dynamics reported a robust second quarter for 2026, posting $14.1 billion in revenue—an 8.1% increase over the previous year. The defense giant saw diluted earnings per share climb to $4.24, fueled by significant expansion in its aerospace and marine systems segments and a strong 1.4-to-1 company-wide book-to-bill ratio.
Bandwidth Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $220 million, a 22% increase over the previous year, as the cloud communications provider capitalizes on rising enterprise demand for AI-integrated infrastructure. Following the results, the company raised its full-year guidance, citing strong momentum in its core voice and messaging services.
Camarillo-based PBS Biotech has joined the Organoid COMMONS consortium, aiming to transition complex organoid technologies from laboratory research into large-scale industrial manufacturing. The partnership seeks to establish standardized bioprocessing frameworks that move the pharmaceutical industry beyond its traditional reliance on animal-based testing models.
Chelly and Kevin Clayton have entered a long-term investment partnership with Nashville-based Streamside RV Resorts & Campgrounds, transitioning ownership of four prominent Townsend businesses. The move brings Little Arrow Outdoor Resort, Little Arrow Base Camp, River Rat, and Burger Master under the umbrella of the growing national outdoor hospitality operator.
Potomac Bancshares recorded a net income of $3.3 million for the second quarter of 2026, marking a 60% surge compared to the same period last year. Driven by organic growth across its core markets, the bank holding company saw its quarterly earnings per share reach $0.80, bolstered by a 9% increase in net interest income.
Blackbaud reported a 3% increase in total revenue for the second quarter of 2026, reaching $290.6 million. With steady financial performance through June, the Charleston-based software provider reaffirmed its full-year guidance and expects to land in the upper half of its projected ranges for key profitability and cash flow metrics.
Austin-based supplement firm Triquetra Health has launched Mental Magnesium, a cognitive health formula that integrates two patented magnesium compounds. By combining Magtein and ATA Mg, the product aims to bypass the blood-brain barrier to deliver magnesium directly to neural tissues, addressing a common limitation in standard supplement formulations.
The American College of Surgeons is overhauling its clinical data infrastructure through a new partnership with Boston-based health platform Arcadia. The multi-year initiative aims to streamline the collection and analysis of surgical records, shifting the focus from manual administrative tasks to direct improvements in patient outcomes across the nationwide network.
A 33% surge in GAAP earnings per share highlights Diebold Nixdorf’s second quarter performance, as the North Canton-based firm reports broad financial gains. Driven by a 1% revenue increase and a 3% rise in order entry, the company continues to stabilize its position within the global banking and retail technology sectors.
McDermott has signed a cooperation agreement with ULC-Energy to advance the deployment of Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactor (SMR) projects in the Netherlands. The partnership focuses on integrating these nuclear power solutions into energy-intensive industrial processes, including hydrogen production and carbon capture initiatives.
Healthcare Triangle has finalized the issuance of 12,546,540 common shares, a move that pushes the company’s total outstanding stock to 14,644,322. This expansion follows the closure of two legacy transactions and provides a significant buffer against Nasdaq's newly mandated $5 million market value requirement for continued exchange listing.
Denarius Metals Corp. reported a significant uptick in production at its Zancudo Project in Colombia, with shipments reaching 3,907 tonnes in the second quarter of 2026. This performance marks a 67% increase over the previous quarter, pushing total first-half revenue to US$8.6 million as the company expands its mining operations.
Shareholders of Highway Holdings Limited will now need to be on the company’s books by August 10, 2026, to qualify for the previously announced US$0.05 cash dividend. The adjustment shifts the record date by two days from the original August 8 timeline, with the payout scheduled for September 22, 2026.
Customers aged 65 and older can now claim a permanent 30% discount on all USDA-certified organic hemp products from Joy Organics. The Fort Collins-based wellness brand is leveraging ID.me to provide secure, instant age verification for seniors looking to manage their health expenses on fixed incomes.
WEC Energy Group posted net income of $299.2 million for the second quarter of 2026, a significant increase from the $245.4 million reported during the same period last year. The Milwaukee-based utility provider attributed the growth to disciplined financial management and operational efficiency despite flat retail electricity demand.
After a pivotal Type C meeting with the FDA, CalciMedica has finalized the design for its Phase 2b clinical trial of Auxora in patients with acute pancreatitis. The agreement establishes a clear regulatory framework for the first potential registrational endpoints in a disease that currently lacks approved therapies.
Hydreight Technologies is reaffirming its long-term operational strategy after the FDA’s Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee recommended six peptide-related substances for potential inclusion on the 503A Bulks List. The company maintains that its existing infrastructure for physician-supervised care is already positioned to manage these therapeutic categories.
Keeper Security has secured the top position in the 2026 SoftwareReviews Privileged Access Management report, outpacing competitors in user sentiment and customer experience metrics. The Chicago-based firm achieved a 93% recommendation rate and a +89 net emotional footprint, signaling strong enterprise adoption of its zero-trust platform.
Credit union service organization Reseda Group has acquired a stake in Stickley on Security, a move designed to centralize cybersecurity training and fraud prevention for financial institutions. The investment aims to replace fragmented vendor ecosystems with a unified platform for risk management, compliance, and employee education across the credit union sector.
Roseland-based payroll giant ADP reported its fourth quarter and full-year fiscal 2026 financial performance on Wednesday, setting the stage for its upcoming fiscal 2027 strategic outlook. The company, which serves over 1.1 million clients globally, confirmed these results in a regulatory filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.395 per share, extending a legacy of consecutive annual increases that spans nearly six decades. The payout is scheduled for distribution on September 15 to shareholders of record as of September 1, 2026, according to the Northbrook-based chemical manufacturer.
A caravan of Girl Scouts is traversing the state from Atlanta to Savannah to mark the launch of a new Georgia specialty license plate. The "Licensed to Lead" journey, which began Wednesday at the Trefoil Trail Mural, serves as a high-profile kickoff for the organization’s statewide fundraising initiative.
Following the debut of its Surgical Procedure Cost Savings Agent at AHRMM26, Genesis Automation Healthcare is inviting hospitals across the U.S., U.K., and Ireland to join a design partner program aimed at refining AI-driven supply chain management through real-world clinical data and collaborative oversight.
