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Skyward adds The Hartford’s LaFlamme as president of captives and specialty programs
By Mia MacGregorMay 14 - (The Insurer) - Skyward Specialty Insurance Group has hired Corey LaFlamme from The Hartford as president of captives and specialty programs.LaFlamme spent more than two decades at The Hartford, most recently serving as head of programs. Additionally, the company announced t...Reuters
Wed, May 14
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Australia's Insignia Financial says Bain Capital pulls buyout bid, in talks with CC Capital
By Roshan Thomas and Rishav ChatterjeeMay 14 (Reuters) - Australia's Insignia Financial IFL.AX said on Wednesday that Bain Capital has pulled its buyout offer due to volatile financial markets, but the money manager added it was still in talks with another suitor, investment manager CC Capital.P...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Forex
NZD/USD Price Forecast: Rises to near 0.5950 after breaking above nine-day EMA
The NZD/USD pair holds gains after registering approximately 1.50% gains in the previous session, trading around 0.5940 during the European hours on Wednesday. The technical analysis of the daily chart indicates a neutral stance, as the pair continues to consolidate within a rectangular range.
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Wed, May 14
Stocks
Caterer Compass keeps forecasts unchanged, sending shares lower
H1 operating profit slightly ahead of market viewCompany keeps annual outlook unchanged again Shares down about 4%By Yadarisa Shabong May 14 (Reuters) - British catering firm Compass Group CPG.L maintained its annual profit and revenue forecasts on Wednesday after reporting a jump in first-half o...Reuters
Wed, May 14
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TIMELINE-Three-way bidding war for Australia's Insignia Financial down to one
May 14 (Reuters) - Australia's Insignia Financial IFL.AX said on Wednesday that Bain Capital has pulled its buyout offer due to volatile financial markets, but the money manager added it was still in talks with another suitor, investment manager CC Capital.Private equity firm Bain's proposal...Reuters
Wed, May 14
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Turkey's Erdogan met online with Trump, Syrian and Saudi leaders, Anadolu says
ISTANBUL, May 14 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan met online with U.S. President Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, state-owned Anadolu news agency reported on Wednesday. Erdogan said during the meeting that Trump's decision to ...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Stocks
Here Are My Top 2 High-Yield Energy Stocks to Buy Now
As a dividend investor, I appreciate a high-yield stock with a rock solid business behind it. One of my biggest preferences, however, is for simplicity. It's hard enough tracking a portfolio of stocks -- why gum up the process with overly complex investments? That's why I am a big fan of Black Hills...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 14
Stocks
3 Top Tech Stocks That Could Make You a Millionaire
Technology stocks can be a wild ride for investors. Last month, the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) plummeted after the announcement of sweeping import tariffs and entered a bear market. It has rebounded since, but it's still down 7% on the year.For those who don't mind volatility, tech compan...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 14
Commodities
FM's Hodge highlights renewable energy and data centre growth as emerging risks
By Mia MacGregorMay 14 - (The Insurer) - The reliability of renewable energy and the proliferation of data centres are emerging as major risks for the commercial insurance industry, FM's COO Randy Hodge has warned."The risk quality of renewable infrastructure is not as high as traditional po...Reuters
Wed, May 14
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Iranian and European diplomats will meet on Friday, Iran foreign minister says
DUBAI, May 14 (Reuters) - Iran's deputy foreign minister will meet with European diplomats for nuclear talks in Istanbul on Friday, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Wednesday. Reuters reported on Tuesday that Iran would hold talks on the now moribund 2015 nuclear deal with European parties...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Stocks
1 Stock-Split AI Stock Up 2,330% Since 2015 to Buy Now, According to Wall Street
Arista Networks (NYSE: ANET) stock has soared 2,330% since January 2015. But shares have declined 12% since the company announced a 4-for-1 stock split on Nov. 7.Investors have two reasons to think the price is headed higher in the coming months. First, since 1980, companies have seen their share pr...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 14
Cryptocurrencies
My First Bitcoin Receives $1M Grant For Independent BTC Education
In a positive development for open-source education, non-profit organization My First Bitcoin (MFB) has received a major donation from #starsmall to advance independent Bitcoin (BTC) education around the globe. Related Reading: Imminent Crypto ETFs Approval? South Korea’s Presidential Candidates Sho...Bitcoinist
Wed, May 14
Stocks
Clarivate Enhances OFF-X with Pathway Maps to Accelerate Target Safety Assessments
R&D teams can streamline safety evaluations, reduce risks and enable faster decision-making in drug development using new visual and data-driven insights LONDON, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, today announ...PR Newswire
Wed, May 14
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FOCUS-FDA upheaval pushes some biotech firms to plan early trials out of US
Biotechs fear changes at FDA could slow U.S. drug developmentSome firms looking at 'Europe first' for testing experimental drugsFDA considered global gold standard for drug regulationBy Maggie Fick LONDON, May 14 (Reuters) - Some U.S. biotech companies are considering moving early-stage ...Reuters
Wed, May 14
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EXCLUSIVE-HIV patient testing falls in South Africa after US aid cuts, data shows
Testing decline affects pregnant women, infants, youth mostUS funding cuts led to clinic closures, staff shortagesExperts warn of increased new cases and deathsBy Nellie Peyton JOHANNESBURG, May 14 (Reuters) - Testing and monitoring of HIV patients across South Africa have fallen since the United...Reuters
Wed, May 14
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Delos appoints Farmers' Coffman as chief revenue officer
By Isha MaratheMay 14 - (The Insurer) - MGA Delos Insurance Solutions has appointed Jeremy Coffman, former senior vice president of strategic partnerships at Farmers Insurance, to the newly created role of chief revenue officer.Delos said Coffman will focus on carrier and B2B relationships to deliv...Reuters
Wed, May 14
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AM Best: MPL underwriting losses grew in 2024 amid 'complex landscape'
By Isha MaratheMay 14 - (The Insurer) - The medical professional liability (MPL) segment's combined ratio deteriorated to 107.7% last year from 105.4% in 2023, amid a "complex landscape" marked by rising claims severity, social inflation and falling reserve redundancies, according to AM...Reuters
Wed, May 14
Stocks
Meet Wall Street's Most Prolific Stock-Split Stock Throughout History -- a Company Whose Shares Have Gained Nearly 337,000% in 52 Years
For well over three decades, investors have almost always had a game-changing trend or innovation to captivate their attention -- and their wallets. Since late 2022, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), and the mammoth $15.7 trillion addressable market that accompanies the AI revolution, has be...The Motley Fool
Wed, May 14
