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Toronto Star
2 hours ago
- Automotive
- Toronto Star
A Subaru so big it could swallow another Subaru
Does the Ascent feel that big when you drive it? In life, everything is relative. If you're not familiar with it, introduced in 2018, this is Subaru's largest SUV. It is six-and-a-half feet longer than Subaru's first mass produced car, the two-door 360 city car. The Ascent is two feet wider, one-and-a-half feet taller and is five times heavier than the 360. If the Subaru 360 was just a few inches smaller, it could fit inside the Ascent.
Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Orion Ascent 2026 to Rally 2,000+ Attendees Around the Relentless Pursuit of Excellence
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Orion, a premier provider of transformative wealthtech solutions for financial advisors and the enterprise firms that serve them, today announced the dates and location for Orion Ascent 2026, the financial industry's signature wealthtech event. This flagship gathering will be held February 24-27, 2026, at the San Diego Marriott Marquis, overlooking the iconic San Diego Bay. The Orion Ascent 2026 theme, Relentless, will spotlight the fierce commitment and drive that define today's top advisors, who tirelessly pursue investor success, lead through challenge and change, and passionately deliver excellence in every outcome. Named a Best Conference for Financial Advisors in 2025 1, Orion Ascent continues to set the standard for what an industry event can be, combining thought leadership, peer-driven insights, and hands-on technology training to help advisors meet rising investor expectations, scale their businesses efficiently, and stay ahead of change in an increasingly complex environment. 'Advisors show up every day with relentless drive—to serve clients with commitment, grow their businesses, and navigate constant change,' said Natalie Wolfsen, CEO of Orion. 'Ascent is our opportunity to celebrate that mindset and fuel it. We're bringing together a powerful community, practical tools, and bold ideas to help advisors push further, faster.' With more than 2,000 advisors, asset managers, fintech providers, and thought leaders expected to attend, Orion Ascent 2026 will deliver a dynamic mix of advisor-led sessions, CE credit opportunities, platform deep-dives, and roadmap previews—all designed to help advisors scale with purpose, stay ahead of investor expectations, and better leverage their tech stacks. Following the successful launch of role-based Community Groups at Ascent 2025, the 2026 event will once again bring together peer leaders—like COOs, CTOs, CCOs, and CIOs—for curated discussions and networking opportunities tailored to their unique challenges. These interactive groups received overwhelmingly positive feedback in 2025 from participants, who cited how much value the chance to exchange insights with their peers provided. 'Innovation is the heartbeat of everything we do at Orion,' said Reed Colley, President of Orion Advisor Tech. 'At Ascent 2026, advisors will discover powerful, actionable ways to harness our connected technology suite to drive transformation in their firms. Aligned with this year's Relentless theme, the event will empower advisors to streamline operations, scale personalization with AI, and enhance their ability to deliver exceptional client value, no matter how the market evolves.' Orion's Wealth Management advisors will benefit from a curated wealth management track, training opportunities on Orion platforms, and direct engagement with the firm's investment leadership and strategist partners. "This year's Relentless theme embodies the unyielding dedication that defines the best financial advisors,' said Ron Pruitt, President of Orion Wealth Management. 'In an environment where client expectations and market complexities continue to evolve, it's that relentless pursuit of excellence that helps advisors lead with clarity, resilience, and impact. At Ascent 2026, we'll spotlight the strategies, insights, and innovations that enable advisors to push boundaries, deliver lasting value, and drive better outcomes for their clients and businesses.' Orion serves 2,400 advisory firms and supports over 7.3 million technology accounts. Over the past decade, Orion Ascent has established itself as the industry's premier advisor event, bringing together nearly 2,000 top financial advisors, innovative fintech providers, wealth management leaders, broker-dealers and tech-forward enterprise technology firms for three days of valuable content, industry projections and networking. Agenda Preview Tuesday, February 24 – Arrivals, optional pre-conference sessions and welcome networking reception. This year's event will also feature a dedicated Elite networking experience on the afternoon of February 24, with more details to be announced soon. Wednesday, February 25 – All-day sessions Thursday, February 26 – All-day sessions and final night celebration Friday, February 27 – Morning networking and departures Sponsorships Interested in being a sponsor? Learn more here. Media Registration To request a media pass to attend Orion Ascent (complimentary registration; lodging and transportation not included; pass availability is limited), please email orion@ Ascent Event Registration Information Interested attendees can visit the event website. Registration will open up in September 2025. Ascent Event Website About Orion Orion is a premier provider of the tech-enabled fiduciary process that transforms the advisor-client relationship by enabling financial advisors to Prospect, Plan, Invest, and Achieve within a single, connected, technology-driven experience. Combined, our brand entities, Orion Advisor Tech, Orion Portfolio Solutions, Brinker Capital Investments, Redtail Technology, and Orion OCIO create a complete offering that empowers firms to attract new clients seamlessly, connect goals more meaningfully to investment strategies and outcomes, and ultimately track progress toward each investor's unique definition of financial success. Orion services $4.7 trillion in assets under administration and $98.6 billion of wealth management platform assets (as of March 31, 2025) and supports over 7.3 million technology accounts and thousands of independent advisory firms. Today, 17 out of the Top 20 Barron's RIA firms 2 rely on Orion's technology to power their businesses and win for investors. Learn more at Wealth Management Assets Under Management include assets managed on a discretionary and non-discretionary basis by Orion Portfolio Solutions, LLC ("OPS") and TownSquare Capital, LLC ("TSC") on their proprietary platforms, assets in proprietary and third-party models made available through OPS's Communities platform, and assets in OPS's proprietary models managed on third-party platforms. 1 Source: 2 1679-U-25167
Forbes
10-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Private Student Loan Rates: June 10, 2025 - Loan Rates Start To Increase
Rates on 10-year fixed-rate private student loans moved up last week. If you're interested in picking up a private student loan, you can still get a relatively low rate. Featured Partner Offers College Ave 4.24% to 17.99%¹ 3.24% to 17.99%¹ College Ave Via College Ave's Website Sallie Mae 4.37% to 15.99% 3.45% to 16.49% Sallie Mae Via Sallie Mae's Website Ascent 4.70% to 15.26%* 3.39% to 15.86%* Ascent Via Ascent's Website The average fixed interest rate on a 10-year private student loan was 7.31% from June 2 to June 7. That's for borrowers with a credit score of 720 or higher who prequalified on student loan marketplace. The average interest rate on a five-year variable-rate loan was 10.00% among the same population, according to These rates are accurate as of the week of June 2, 2025. Related: Best Private Student Loans The average fixed rate on 10-year loans last week jumped by 0.50 percentage point to 7.31%. The week prior, the average stood at 6.81%. Borrowers currently in the market for a private student loan will receive a lower rate than they would have at this time last year. At this time last year, the average fixed rate on a 10-year loan was 7.66%, 0.35 percentage point higher than today's rate. A borrower who finances $20,000 in private student loans at today's average fixed rate would pay around $235 per month and approximately $8,251 in total interest over 10 years, according to Forbes Advisor's student loan calculator. Average variable rates on five-year loans moved up last week, from 8.63% on average to 10.00%. In contrast to fixed rates, variable interest rates fluctuate over the course of a loan term. Variable rates may start lower than fixed rates, especially during periods when rates are low overall, but they can rise over time. Private lenders often offer borrowers the option to choose between fixed and variable interest rates. Fixed rates may be the safer bet for the average student, but if your income is stable and you plan to pay off your loan quickly, it could be beneficial to choose a variable loan. If you were to finance a $20,000 five-year loan at a variable interest rate of 10.00%, you'd pay approximately $425 on average per month. In total interest over the life of the loan, you'd pay around $5,496. Of course, since the interest rate is variable, it could fluctuate up or down from month to month. If you reach the annual borrowing limits for federal student loans or if you're otherwise ineligible for them, private student loans may be a good choice. But consider a federal student loan as your first option since the interest rates are typically lower. You'll also receive more liberal repayment and forgiveness options with federal student loans. When shopping for a private student loan, you'll generally need to apply directly through a non-federal lender. This includes banks, credit unions, nonprofit organizations, state agencies, colleges and online entities. It's important to note that you'll need a qualified co-signer if you have limited credit history, as undergraduates often do. Here's what to consider when applying for a private student loan: When looking for the best private student loan option, take a close look at the overall cost of the loan, including the interest rate and fees. It's also important to consider the type of help the lender offers if you can't afford your payments. Remember, those with good or excellent credit typically get the best rates. Experts generally recommend that you borrow no more than what you'll earn in your first year out of college. While some lenders cap the amount of money you can borrow each year, others don't. When comparing loans, figure out how the loan will be disbursed and what costs it covers. If you need to borrow for school, federal student loans are generally the best option. This is because federal loans offer various borrower protections, such as access to income-driven repayment plans and student loan forgiveness programs. Additionally, most federal loans don't require a credit check or co-signer. The rate you receive depends on whether you're getting a fixed or variable loan. Rates, in part, are based on your credit profile. Those with higher credit scores often get the lowest rates. But your rate is based on other factors as well. Income and even the degree you're working on and your career can play a part. It's generally a good idea to max out your eligibility for federal financial aid before borrowing private student loans, but private loans have some benefits. For one thing, they don't have the same annual borrowing limits as federal loans. Many lenders let you borrow up to your cost of attendance minus any other financial aid you've already received. Plus, you can usually apply throughout the year with a fast, easy online application. For instance, you can apply for a private loan if you need funds halfway through the semester. Some lenders can fund your loan in a week or two, though others take longer. Private lenders can also offer competitive interest rates, especially to borrowers with excellent credit. Some private loans don't have any fees, so you don't have to worry about origination fees, administrative fees or even late fees in some cases. You also may not have to make payments on your private student loan while you're in school or for six to nine months after you graduate, depending on the lender. Some lenders offer additional perks to borrowers, such as forbearance and deferment, the option to skip a payment or career counseling services. Some private lenders offer loans to international students. International students are not eligible for federal student loans from the U.S. Department of Education, so a private student loan can provide the funds they need for college or graduate school in the U.S.
Malaysian Reserve
03-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
ASCENT RESOURCES UTICA HOLDINGS, LLC ANNOUNCES PROPOSED OFFERING OF $500 MILLION OF NEW SENIOR NOTES
OKLAHOMA CITY, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ascent Resources Utica Holdings, LLC (together with its subsidiaries, 'Ascent') announced today that it, along with its wholly-owned subsidiary, ARU Finance Corporation, intends to offer subject to market and other conditions $500 million in aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due 2033 (the '2033 Notes') in a private placement to eligible purchasers under Rule 144A and Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the 'Securities Act') (the 'Offering'). Ascent intends to use the net proceeds from the Offering, together with cash on hand and borrowings under its revolving credit facility, to fund the redemption of all of its outstanding 8.25% senior notes due 2028 (the '2028 Notes'). Pursuant to the terms of the indenture governing the 2028 Notes, Ascent will issue a conditional notice of redemption to redeem the outstanding 2028 Notes, which redemption will be conditioned upon the closing of the Offering. The 2033 Notes have not been registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state laws. The 2033 Notes are being offered and sold only to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act and to certain non-U.S. persons outside the United States in compliance with Regulation S under the Securities Act. This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of the 2033 Notes or any other securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale is unlawful. This press release does not constitute a notice of redemption under the optional redemption provisions of the indenture governing the 2028 Notes. About Ascent Resources:Ascent is one of the largest private producers of natural gas in the United States and is focused on acquiring, developing, and operating natural gas and oil properties located in the Utica Shale in southern Ohio. With a continued focus on good corporate citizenship, Ascent is committed to delivering cleaner burning, affordable energy to our country and the world, while reducing environmental impacts. Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements: This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included in this press release regarding, among other things, the Offering, including the anticipated use of the net proceeds therefrom, the planned redemption of the 2028 Notes, our strategy and future operations. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which involve factors or circumstances that are beyond our control, including, but not limited to, market risks and uncertainties, including those which might affect the Offering. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties occur, or should any underlying assumptions prove incorrect, our actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements, expressed or implied, included in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. This cautionary statement should also be considered in connection with any subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements that we or persons acting on our behalf may issue. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release. Contact:Chris BentonVice President – Finance and Investor RelationsPhone: 405-252-7850Email:
Business Wire
02-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
AgentSmyth Raises $8.7M Seed Round From FinTech Collective, Thomson Reuters and Others to Scale Autonomous Agent Platform for Trading and Investment
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AgentSmyth, the autonomous agent platform for trading and investment delivering real-time, institutional-grade intelligence to professional traders, has closed an $8.7 million Seed round, co-led by FinTech Collective and Thomson Reuters, with BNY joining through its Ascent fintech-innovation program. The new capital brings the company's total funding to $11.2 million, including a $2.5 million pre-seed led by Michael Rafferty, president and CEO of Rafferty Holdings, who also participated in the current round. In less than 12 months, AgentSmyth has been deployed by 48 institutional customers including banks, hedge funds, and asset-management firms with client assets of $2 billion - $50 billion. AgentSmyth leverages AI-generated equities market intelligence, research and insights – all delivered by a team of five autonomous agents capturing real-time macro data, investor sentiment, quantitative analysis, options activity, and corporate earnings. AgentSmyth's speed, accuracy and insights are particularly valuable in today's diverse and volatile markets, making this technology one of the most powerful tools available to institutional investors. 'We're thrilled to have a syndicate of investors who don't just share our vision—they're betting on it,' said Pulkit Jaiswal, co-founder and CEO of AgentSmyth. 'Investment research is becoming a commodity; the real edge is turning that raw insight into basis-point-generating trades. Competitors might find the paragraph—AgentSmyth tells you how to trade it. The platform has already been rolled out on the trading floors of some of Wall Street's largest institutions. This round lets us accelerate adoption and ship the next wave of fully autonomous, trade-ready agents.' 'The first time Pulkit walked us through their agent stack, it was obvious this was more than another AI plugin—it's the missing link between market data and trade execution,' said Brooks Gibbins, co-founder of FinTech Collective. 'We've backed fintech founders around the world since 2012, and AgentSmyth stands out for pairing deep capital-markets DNA with production-ready AI. It's already changing how desks make money, and we're thrilled to help scale that impact.' 'Thomson Reuters Ventures invests in innovative companies that align with our strategic objectives and the markets we serve. In the financial services sector, AI is rapidly transforming institutional investment analysis. The use of AI to generate trade ideas, stay up to date with company coverage, and analyze investment data is no longer optional. AgentSmyth has developed a transformational agentic AI platform that incorporates over 100 data sets streaming in real-time and performs institutional-grade investment analysis using a variety of different investment disciplines,' said Tamara Steffens, Managing Director, Thomson Reuters Ventures. 'We are thrilled to be partnering with this highly talented and experienced team.' In addition to the Seed financing, AgentSmyth has joined BNY's Ascent Program, which was established to facilitate innovation and collaboration with the fintech ecosystem and its emerging leaders. Through the program, AgentSmyth will collaborate with BNY on refining the autonomous-agent platform and its adoption across institutional desks. Other investors include Binnacle Financial Group; Systemic Ventures; Scott Friedman, former President, Chief Compliance Officer and founding team member at Robinhood; Jason Halbert, a doctoral-level behavioral scientist and former U.S. Army special-operations officer who helped scale Snapchat from 40 employees to 10,000 and through its IPO; and Will Mayer and Alyssa Bonanno of Better Half, who also serve as AgentSmyth's brand partners, bringing experience from category-defining brands such as Bilt Rewards and Equinox. About AgentSmyth AgentSmyth is an autonomous agent platform for trading and investment that rapidly produces the most current institutional-grade intelligence essential to professional traders. The company is headquartered in New York City. For more information, visit AgentSmyth is a registered investment advisory (See: FINRA registered.
