Estate Management

Business

StepStone Group Launches S-Core Platform, Taps Industry Veteran Jennifer Jones to Lead Core Real Estate Push

StepStone Group has formally entered the core real estate arena with the launch of its S-Core platform, appointing former UBS executive Jennifer Jones as Partner to helm the global strategy. The move signals a strategic expansion aimed at capturing institutional capital seeking stable income and long-term holdings.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Estate Planning: Seven Strategies to Sidestep Costly and Lengthy Probate

The probate process can drain an estate's assets and burden heirs for years. Financial and legal experts outline practical steps families can take now to ensure a smoother transfer of wealth.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Riverview Rubber Estates Berhad's Three-Year Run Lags Market, But Dividends Offer a Silver Lining

While Riverview Rubber Estates Berhad's share price has declined 12% over three years, trailing the broader market's 26% gain, its total shareholder return tells a more nuanced story. Including dividends, investors would have seen a modest 1.9% return, highlighting the critical role of income in long-term portfolio performance.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Flagstar Bank Posts Q4 Profit, Marking Turnaround as It Shifts Away from Commercial Real Estate

Flagstar Bank returned to profitability in Q4 2025, driven by improved net interest income, cost controls, and a strategic pivot from commercial real estate towards commercial and industrial lending. Executives outline a path for sustained growth through 2027.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Realty Income Diversifies: Enters Mexican Industrial Market and Launches Asset Management Arm

Realty Income, the renowned monthly dividend payer, is making a strategic pivot by acquiring industrial assets in Mexico and establishing a new fee-based asset management business for institutional investors, signaling a significant expansion beyond its core U.S. retail net-lease portfolio.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Brookfield Asset Management: Can the Alternative Asset Giant Outrun Its Lofty Valuation?

Despite a recent stock dip, Brookfield Asset Management (BAM) is drawing investor attention for its aggressive growth strategy and operational moat. We analyze the bull case, weighing its fee-earnings trajectory against a premium valuation and macroeconomic headwinds.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Third Fatal Attack by 'Oyewan' Reignites Debate Over Thailand's Wild Elephant Management

A 65-year-old Thai tourist was killed by a bull elephant with a known history of aggression in Khao Yai National Park, marking the animal's third human fatality and prompting urgent discussions on wildlife management strategies.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bed Bath & Beyond Soars on Blockchain Bet: Acquires Tokens.com to Pioneer Real Estate Tokenization

The relaunched retailer's shares surged 7% following its announcement to acquire Tokens.com and launch a new platform by July, leveraging tZERO and Figure's blockchain technology to offer tokenized real estate assets and financial services.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Fund Trims Stake in High-Flying InterDigital After 80% Surge, Citing Portfolio Management

Capital Management Corp has partially cashed in on InterDigital's stellar year, selling a portion of its holdings in the wireless tech licensor. The move is seen as prudent portfolio rebalancing rather than a loss of faith in the company's 5G and AI-driven growth story.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Vanguard Slashes Fees on Dozens of Funds, Intensifying Price War in Asset Management

The investment giant Vanguard has cut management fees on 53 of its mutual funds and ETFs, a move projected to save investors nearly $250 million in 2026 and marking the latest salvo in an industry-wide race to lower costs for everyday savers.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Who Really Controls Krona Public Real Estate? A Look Inside the Shareholder Registry

While individual investors hold a significant 32% stake in Krona Public Real Estate AB (FRA:927), effective control rests with public companies, which command a 40% ownership bloc. This concentration of power raises questions about corporate governance and future strategy for the Swedish property firm.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Boston Woman's Plea on The Ramsey Show Exposes Marital Strain Over Risky Real Estate Gambles

A Boston woman's call to a popular finance show reveals a marriage buckling under the weight of multi-million dollar real estate debt and conflicting risk appetites, highlighting how financial discord can threaten relationships.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

PGIM India's Asset Management Unit Attracts Bids from Groww and Edelweiss Amid Strategic Review

PGIM India Asset Management, the underperforming local arm of the U.S. financial giant, has drawn acquisition interest from domestic rivals Groww and Edelweiss as its parent considers an exit from the competitive market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

BCS Wealth Management Bolsters Income Ladder with $8.3 Million Bet on 2027 Corporate Bond ETF

A significant purchase of the Invesco BulletShares 2027 Corporate Bond ETF by BCS Wealth Management highlights a strategic move to build predictable cash flows within a multi-year portfolio, emphasizing capital preservation over speculative yield chasing.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ares Management Doubles Down on Alternative Assets: From Football Clubs to Personal Care Giant

In a strategic push beyond traditional lending, Ares Management has seized operational control of a multi-club football group and orchestrated a $1.6 billion financing to create a new global personal care platform, Evermark. The moves signal the firm's aggressive expansion into high-profile, control-oriented credit opportunities.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Avidbank Posts Strong Q4 Growth Amid Focus on Credit Management

Avidbank Holdings (AVBH) reported robust loan and deposit growth alongside an expanding net interest margin for Q4 2025, while management detailed plans to address a recent uptick in non-performing assets linked to specific construction and sponsor finance loans.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Bottom Line: How Waste Management Giants Fared in Q3 Amid Economic Crosswinds

As earnings season winds down, the waste management sector reveals a tale of resilience and regulatory reckoning. While Enviri's results disappointed, others like Perma-Fix surprised to the upside, highlighting the industry's complex dance between steady demand and economic sensitivity.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Waste Management's Q4: Cost Control and Margin Gains Counter Revenue Shortfall

Waste Management's fourth-quarter revenue fell short of Wall Street forecasts, yet the company demonstrated robust margin expansion through disciplined cost management and strategic integration of acquisitions, setting a firm foundation for its 2026 outlook.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Waste Management Boosts Shareholder Returns Amid Renewable Energy Push

Waste Management (NYSE:WM) announced a significant 14.5% dividend hike and a new $3 billion share buyback program, signaling confidence in its cash flow strength despite competitive pressures. The move comes as the waste giant continues to invest in renewable natural gas and automation to drive future growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

RIA Roll-Up Momentum Continues: Corient and Carson Lead Latest Wave of Wealth Management Deals

The wealth management sector kicks off the year with strategic acquisitions and rebranding moves. Corient expands its Silicon Valley footprint, Carson integrates a long-time partner, and Cetera lures a team from Raymond James, highlighting the ongoing consolidation and competition for advisor talent.

Jan 30, 2026