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China Holds Steady: Benchmark Lending Rates Unchanged Amid Economic Balancing Act

China's central bank keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive month, navigating economic slowdowns, currency strength, and domestic demand challenges.

TopFan Opens Its Fan-Community Platform to Individual Creators, Targeting the “Owned Audience” Boom

TopFan is expanding its fan-community platform to individual creators, offering a direct-to-fan hub for paid communities, merch, livestreams, and audience data—highlighting the 2026 shift toward owned audiences and creator-controlled monetization.

Honeywell Revises Deal for Johnson Matthey’s Catalyst Business, Slashing Price to $1.79 Billion

Honeywell International Inc. has successfully renegotiated its...

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China Holds Steady: Benchmark Lending Rates Unchanged Amid Economic Balancing Act

China's central bank keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive month, navigating economic slowdowns, currency strength, and domestic demand challenges.
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TopFan Opens Its Fan-Community Platform to Individual Creators, Targeting the “Owned Audience” Boom

TopFan is expanding its fan-community platform to individual creators, offering a direct-to-fan hub for paid communities, merch, livestreams, and audience data—highlighting the 2026 shift toward owned audiences and creator-controlled monetization.
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Honeywell Revises Deal for Johnson Matthey’s Catalyst Business, Slashing Price to $1.79 Billion

Honeywell International Inc. has successfully renegotiated its agreement to acquire Johnson Matthey Plc's Catalyst...
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Israel’s Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Amid Escalating Iran Tensions

The Bank of Israel holds interest rates steady at 4% due to escalating geopolitical uncertainty surrounding potential conflict with Iran, despite easing inflation and a strong shekel.
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Fed’s Waller Signals Potential Rate Pause: Labor Data Key to March Decision

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller suggests a potential pause in interest rate hikes at the March meeting, contingent on upcoming labor market data. A strong jobs report could lead to holding rates steady, while weaker data might prompt a cut.
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China Holds Steady: Benchmark Lending Rates Unchanged Amid Economic Balancing Act

China's central bank keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive month, navigating economic slowdowns, currency strength, and domestic demand challenges.

TopFan Opens Its Fan-Community Platform to Individual Creators, Targeting the “Owned Audience” Boom

TopFan is expanding its fan-community platform to individual creators, offering a direct-to-fan hub for paid communities, merch, livestreams, and audience data—highlighting the 2026 shift toward owned audiences and creator-controlled monetization.

Honeywell Revises Deal for Johnson Matthey’s Catalyst Business, Slashing Price to $1.79 Billion

Honeywell International Inc. has successfully renegotiated its agreement to acquire Johnson Matthey Plc's Catalyst Technologies business, significantly reducing the acquisition price to approximately $1.79...

Israel’s Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Amid Escalating Iran Tensions

The Bank of Israel holds interest rates steady at 4% due to escalating geopolitical uncertainty surrounding potential conflict with Iran, despite easing inflation and a strong shekel.

Fed’s Waller Signals Potential Rate Pause: Labor Data Key to March Decision

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller suggests a potential pause in interest rate hikes at the March meeting, contingent on upcoming labor market data. A strong jobs report could lead to holding rates steady, while weaker data might prompt a cut.

Avidity Biosciences Delays Shareholder Meeting to Facilitate Novartis Merger and Spin-Off

Avidity Biosciences postpones its special stockholder meeting to February 26, 2026, to facilitate the spin-off of Atrium Therapeutics and the subsequent merger with Novartis, expected to close on February 27, 2026.

Ekco Bolsters Operational Technology Capabilities with Datalogix Acquisition

Ekco acquires Datalogix, a Cork-based OT company, to expand its operational technology capabilities and strengthen its market position in Ireland, the UK, and the US.

Allurion’s Swallowable Gastric Balloon Gets FDA Green Light, Offering a New Option in Obesity Care

Allurion's swallowable gastric balloon receives FDA approval, creating a new non-surgical weight loss option for millions of Americans battling obesity.

Apolo V and TelyRx Set to Join Forces in Major Healthcare Tech Deal

Apolo V and TelyRx announce agreement to merge, creating a major new healthcare tech entity. Shareholder meeting rescheduled as deal advances pending approvals.

American States Water Delivers Strong 2025 Results: Earnings, Revenue, and Dividend Milestones

American States Water enjoyed strong 2025 results, posting higher adjusted earnings and revenues, major infrastructure investments, and its 71st straight year of raising dividends. Read the key financials, segment highlights, and expansion efforts.

Incap Makes Strategic Leap with Acquisition of Germany’s Lacon Group

Incap Corporation announces strategic acquisition of Germany’s Lacon Group, expanding its presence in the defense and electronics sectors in Europe. Find out the deal details, strategic implications, and expected outcomes.

Eastman Chemical Secures $600 Million Through Senior Notes to Bolster Growth and Flexibility

Eastman Chemical raises $600 million through a senior notes offering, strengthening its financial flexibility and supporting growth initiatives. Learn about the bond terms, strategic use of funds, and market implications.

Swiss Re Expands Credit Insurance Reach With QBE Acquisition

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions will acquire QBE’s Global Trade Credit and Surety business, reinforcing its presence in specialty insurance across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK and expanding its credit risk offering.

QNB Corp. to Expand Footprint with $41 Million Acquisition of Victory Bancorp

QNB Corp. announces acquisition of Victory Bancorp for $41 million, creating a larger Pennsylvania-based bank with expanded assets and market reach.

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