Gordon Brothers, the global asset experts, has acquired the former Heartland Coca-Cola production facility in Lenexa, Kansas. Heartland Coca-Cola has expanded their operations to a larger facility and the production assets and property in Lenexa were no longer required as part of their strategic initiative. The firm provided a single-source solution to purchase the equipment and real estate, offering a fast and efficient solution for Heartland.

Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) (“Ares”), a leading global alternative investment manager, announced today that it has appointed Bill Benjamin, current Co-Head of Ares Real Estate, to the newly created position of Vice Chairman of Ares, effective January 1, 2026. The Ares Real Estate team will continue to be led by Julie Solomon as the global Head of Real Estate.

Top California Lender, a leading nationwide provider of commercial real estate financing, is proud to announce the closing of two significant acquisition loans totaling $7.8 million. Finalized today, these deals highlight the company’s swift action under urgent circumstances, stepping in to close both transactions simultaneously to enable the investors to move quickly and secure the properties.

eCapital Corp. (www.ecapital.com), a leading tech-enabled specialty finance provider for small and medium-sized businesses across North America and the United Kingdom, today announced it has provided a $4 million healthcare receivables financing facility to a skilled nursing operator in New Jersey. The funds will be used to enhance liquidity, refinance existing obligations, and support ongoing operations across the provider’s facilities.

CohnReznick, a leading professional services firm, today announced that Jane Brogan has joined its Government and Public Sector Advisory practice. A nationally recognized leader in disaster recovery and community development, her appointment underscores the practice’s commitment to excellence and innovation in supporting governmental disaster recovery programs.

Siena Lending Group LLC (“Siena”), a leading provider of asset-based lending solutions, is pleased to announce that Cheryl Carner has joined the organization as Senior Managing Director – Originations.

Commercial Credit Group Inc. (CCG), a leading independent commercial equipment finance company, today announced that it has finalized a $513,770,000 term asset-backed security (ABS) transaction.

Middle market private companies in the Golub Capital Altman Index grew earnings by 3% year-over-year in the third quarter of 2025. Revenue grew 4% during the same period.

Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (NASDAQ: KALU) (the "Company" or "Kaiser"), a leading producer of semi-fabricated specialty aluminum products, today announced that it has extended its $575 million senior secured revolving credit facility for up to an additional five years, subject to certain conditions, now maturing in October 2030.

In September, the trailing twelve-month (TTM) default rates for U.S. corporate leveraged loans and high-yield bonds were 5.0% and 3.1%, respectively, with issuer count rates slightly higher at 5.6% and 3.8%. Fitch nevertheless maintains its 2025 default forecasts at 5.5%-6.0% for loans and 4.0%-4.5% for bonds.

Assembled Brands, a leading provider of capital for growing consumer brands, is proud to announce a new credit facility with Seeq, a clear protein brand. It provides Seeq with the working capital necessary to support its rapid growth and broader retail expansion.

JPalmer Collective (JPC), an asset-based lending company committed to funding high-growth, women-owned and -led, and natural products companies today announced the closing of a $1M line of credit to Floura, a female-founded company dedicated to delivering exceptional, sustainably-sourced fiber-rich bars while fostering positive social and environmental impact. Floura founder Jeni Britton, is the visionary behind Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams.

Provident Bank, a leading New Jersey-based financial institution with branches across New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, and parts of New York, has announced the appointment of Renee Altomonte as Executive Vice President, Retail Banking Director.

H.I.G. WhiteHorse, the credit affiliate of H.I.G. Capital ("H.I.G."), a leading global alternative investment firm with $70 billion of capital under management, is pleased to announce that it has provided £81m in first-lien, senior-secured credit facilities to Summit Group ("Summit"), a portfolio company of Sovereign Capital Partners ("Sovereign"), to refinance existing indebtedness and support the acquisition of R&H Jersey ("R&H").

Versant Funding LLC is pleased to announce that it has funded a $2.5 million non-recourse factoring facility to a company that provides software and consulting services to major multinational companies.

Mortgage Automator, the market-leading platform for private-lender loan origination and servicing, announced the appointment of Jason Alexander as Chief Executive Officer, effective September 8, 2025. Alexander succeeds Pavel Tchourliaev, company co-founder, who transitions to serve on the Board of Directors.

King & Spalding announced today that Kim Prior has joined the firm’s Financial Services industry team and Finance and Restructuring practice group as a partner. She is based in the firm’s New York office.

CIBC Innovation Banking announced today that it has provided a $1.5 million debt facility in growth capital to Vessel Funds Inc. (Vessel), a leading platform that simplifies investor relations, fund reporting and compliance tasks. The financing will support Vessel’s continued global expansion and product innovation.

Fifty Stones Capital Group, a leading private lending platform known for its nimble, creative, and highly structured financing solutions, has successfully closed two high-impact real estate transactions in Utah and Florida. These deals, spanning premium senior living and shovel-ready multifamily development, highlight the firm’s ability to tailor capital solutions for complex projects while delivering measurable value to communities, sponsors, and investors alike.

Two new California laws—SB 825 and SB 362—are poised to expand the state’s regulatory oversight of commercial financing and increase compliance obligations for secured lenders. While neither measure meaningfully alters lenders’ disclosure and conduct obligations, they strengthen the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation’s (DFPI) authority and further extend consumer-style protections into the small business lending arena. Both laws go into effect on January 1, 2026.