Aequum Capital is pleased to announce it recently closed a $7,300,000 credit facility to a premier Texas based manufacturer.

IBC Advanced Alloys Corp. ("IBC" or the "Company") (TSX-V:IB)(OTCQB:IAALF) is pleased to announce that certain of the Company's U.S. subsidiaries (the "Subsidiaries") have entered into a term loan (the "Term Loan") with Sallyport Commercial Finance, LLC ("Sallyport") and amendments to existing credit facilities (the "Amendments") with each of Sallyport and Iron Horse Credit, LLC ("Iron Horse") as further described below, resulting in access to US$7,000,000 in additional funding.

SunVest Solar LLC, an independent, vertically integrated renewable energy business headquartered in Chicago and Milwaukee, has closed on a $60 million construction loan facility.

Troutman Pepper client Burke & Herbert Financial Services Corp. and Summit Financial Group Inc. recently announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Summit will merge with and into Burke & Herbert in an all-stock merger of equals.

Huntington Business Credit announced it closed a $20,000,000 new credit facility with Aurora Wholesalers, LLC (dba The Mazel Company) on August 4, 2023.

Blank Rome is pleased to announce that 200 firm attorneys have been recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2024 in the annual categories of “Lawyers of the Year,” “Ones to Watch,” and “Best Lawyers,” in more than 50 practice areas across 12 regions.

B. Riley Securities, Inc. ("B. Riley"), a leading middle market investment bank and subsidiary of B. Riley Financial, Inc. (Nasdaq: RILY), is pleased to have served as exclusive financial advisor to DynTek, Inc. ("DynTek"), a U.S.-based professional IT services, cybersecurity, and risk management organization, in connection with its strategic investment from Gallant Capital Partners (“Gallant”).

Gateway Trade Funding, a PO and stretch financing company, is pleased to announce that we have recently completed the following stretch finance transactions: $350,000 loan for a US packaging company – funds for working capital. $100,000 loan for a US Gaming related company – funds for inventory.

Arixa Capital Advisors, LLC ("Arixa Capital" or "Arixa") announced the launch of a $100M strategic joint venture, with the ability to upsize in the future, with funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. ("Oaktree") to originate senior secured loans backed by residential and commercial real estate.

Rite Aid Corp. shares RAD, 4.84% dropped Friday following a report that the drugstore chain was filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection because of opioid lawsuits.

A leading global producer of renewable fuels, distiller grains and alcohols has just been equipped with a $15,000,000 working capital facility with provision to increase to $30,000,000 as and when further working capital is required.

OKEA ASA has mandated DNB Markets, a part of DNB Bank ASA, and Pareto Securities as Joint Lead Managers and Joint Bookrunners and Fearnley Securities as Co-Manager to arrange a series of fixed income investor meetings commencing tomorrow.

Comvest Credit Partners, known for delivering flexible direct financing solutions to mid-market businesses, has announced its designation as Administrative Agent on an increased $635m senior credit facility for Beyond Finance. Beyond Finance operates out of the U.S., specialising in success fee-based debt resolution services.

Cushman & Wakefield plc (NYSE: CWK) (“Cushman & Wakefield”) today announced that its indirect wholly owned subsidiary, Cushman & Wakefield U.S. Borrower, LLC (the “Company”), has closed its previously announced offering of $400 million of its 8.875% senior secured notes due 2031 (the “Notes”). The Notes were offered in a private placement exempt from registration under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”).

Today, Deloitte Private released the findings of a survey, “Private Company Outlook: Raising Capital,” asking C-level private business leaders in the U.S. about their near term strategies for navigating financial risks and opportunities.

The Middlefield Banking Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Middlefield Banc Corp. (NASDAQ: MBCN), today announced the appointment of Brett Baumeister as the Senior Vice President – Commercial Lending Western Region.

U.S. Bank today announced several updates to previously shared leadership changes that will be effective Sept. 1.

SG Credit Partners, through its SG Consumer Products division, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Cora, a modern woman’s wellness brand offering natural, organic period care. SG’s credit facility will support Cora’s expansion into traditional retailers and continue growing the brand so every body has access to better period care.

Briar Capital Real Estate Fund (www.BriarCapital.com) is pleased to announce the closing of a new $3.8MM+ commercial real estate loan in Georgia to a manufacturer of wood products for the arts and craft industry.

Mitsubishi HC Capital America, the largest non-bank, non-captive finance provider in North America with $7.5 billion in owned and managed assets, recently closed two inventory finance transactions, totaling $400 million, to separate specialty vehicle partners to boost their purchasing power and enhance liquidity.