Smart Sand, Inc. posted record sales volumes and revenue for the second quarter of 2026, signaling a robust recovery in demand for its proppant and logistics services. The Pennsylvania-based company generated $115.1 million in revenue, fueled by heightened activity in the Appalachian and Canadian shale basins.
Prudent Growth Partners has expanded its retail portfolio with the $3.55 million purchase of Amberwood Plaza in Ashland, Ohio. The 25,400-square-foot neighborhood center, currently 94% occupied, serves as a strategic addition to the Chapel Hill firm's collection of open-air properties situated in key regional markets.
Vinci Compass Investments delivered a 36% year-over-year increase in fee-related earnings for the second quarter of 2026, reaching R$89 million. Alongside these financial gains, the Latin American firm confirmed a strategic agreement to acquire Navi’s real estate platform, adding approximately R$800 million in assets under management to its portfolio.
Oracle and Quantinuum have launched a multi-year partnership to bring the Helios quantum computer directly into Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. By hosting the 98-qubit trapped-ion system within OCI data centers, the companies aim to streamline hybrid quantum-AI workflows for enterprise, academic, and research organizations seeking to solve complex, compute-intensive problems.
Quantinuum is bringing its Helios quantum computer directly into Oracle Cloud Infrastructure data centers, a strategic move designed to merge quantum processing with traditional AI and high-performance computing workloads for enterprise and research applications.
For the fifth year running, Black Buffalo Inc. has secured a spot on the Inc. 5000, the annual index tracking the nation’s fastest-growing private enterprises. The company, which produces smokeless tobacco alternatives, claimed the No. 2,011 position in the 2026 ranking, underscoring a sustained period of expansion.
Healthcare environments characterized by high-stakes interactions are the target of a new four-hour professional development pathway from the University of Phoenix. Titled "Communicating with Compassion and Empathy," the program provides staff with specific techniques for active listening, emotional regulation, and managing the psychological weight of sensitive, patient-facing conversations.
QuickLogic Corporation reported a significant revenue increase of 48.7% for the second fiscal quarter of 2026, reaching $5.5 million. Bolstered by strong demand for its embedded FPGA technology and new product lines, the San Jose-based semiconductor firm is now targeting profitability for the latter half of the year.
Monett-based fintech giant Jack Henry & Associates recorded $9.3 million in deconversion revenue during the fiscal fourth quarter ending June 30, 2026. This brings the company’s total deconversion intake for the full 2026 fiscal year to $42.8 million, a figure primarily driven by client acquisitions and subsequent contract terminations.
Quantinuum posted a 279% year-over-year revenue increase for the second quarter of 2026, reaching $8 million as the quantum computing firm scales its commercial operations. The Broomfield-based company, which recently completed a $1.7 billion initial public offering, now holds over $2 billion in cash and short-term investments.
Realty Income Corporation is moving to raise $750 million through a private offering of convertible senior notes due in 2031. The San Diego-based real estate giant plans to utilize the proceeds for strategic share repurchases, debt management, and further property acquisitions, while simultaneously entering into capped call transactions to mitigate potential stock dilution.
Velo3D reported a 52.3% year-over-year revenue increase to $20.7 million for the second quarter of 2026, prompting management to raise its full-year guidance. The metal additive manufacturing firm now anticipates annual revenue between $65 million and $75 million, buoyed by a strengthened balance sheet and plans for a new production campus.
The Indianapolis-based manufacturer Allison Transmission Holdings has declared a cash dividend of $0.29 per share for the third quarter of 2026. This payout marks the latest return to shareholders from the global provider of mobility solutions, maintaining the company's financial commitment to its common stock investors.
Quantinuum reported a 279% year-over-year revenue increase for the second quarter of 2026, reaching $8 million. The quantum computing firm, which recently completed a $1.7 billion initial public offering, is now leveraging its $2.1 billion cash position to scale operations and accelerate its platform roadmap.
A seventh-generation circus icon with a signature shock of hair and a penchant for high-wire comedy, Bello Nock is stepping back into the ring. The performer has joined the current Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey tour as a special guest, marking a reunion with the brand that once headlined him in his own show.
With a 98% growth rate recorded between 2022 and 2025, Omaha-based senior care provider A Place At Home has secured the No. 3085 spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list. The ranking highlights the franchise's rapid expansion from a local startup into a national network now operating across 22 states.
After finalizing its evolution into a pure-play technology licensing firm earlier this year, Pixelworks reported a net loss of $2.8 million for the second quarter of 2026. The company is now centering its strategy on scaling its TrueCut Motion platform through new partnerships with major international cinema exhibitors.
Vancouver-based Barranco Gold Mining Corp. plans to retire $250,000 in debt by issuing 390,625 common shares to a creditor. The transaction, priced at $0.64 per share, involves a party related to CEO Reno Calabrigo and aims to conserve the junior miner’s cash reserves for ongoing exploration.
More than 250 executives and entrepreneurs have secured spots for the 4th Annual Tech Summit in Phoenix, forcing organizers to close registration ahead of the August 26 event. The sold-out conference, themed around the intersection of artificial intelligence, ethics, and corporate accountability, highlights a sharp rise in regional demand for executive discourse.
The New York Post Media Group is integrating a generative AI assistant named Hamilton into its digital platforms, aiming to transform how readers interact with its journalism. Developed using Google Cloud’s Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, the tool offers conversational search, personalized briefings, and tailored story discovery across its apps.
Shoppers in Dallas can now find pesticide-free greens grown less than 100 miles away, as BrightFarms brings its Lorena-produced lettuce to more than 1,000 Kroger locations. This expansion aims to cut transit times from days to hours, prioritizing local supply chains over traditional long-haul produce shipping from California.
Homeowners struggling with long wait times for HVAC contractors now have an alternative that avoids the need for outdoor condensers or professional refrigerant installation. The new MRCOOL Monoblock MTHP Series functions as a plug-and-play, wall-mounted unit designed to bring climate control to spaces previously considered difficult to service.
Silver shovels turned soil in Burlington this week, marking the official start of construction for the new Fox Hill Elementary School. The project serves as the latest chapter in a long-standing partnership between the town and local contractors, aiming to modernize educational infrastructure by early 2028.
Forbes and SHOOK Research have named 42 Northwestern Mutual financial professionals to their 2026 Best-in-State Next-Gen Wealth Advisors lists. This recognition highlights a shift in the firm’s strategy, as it doubles its presence on the industry ranking over the last five years to address a growing national demand for personalized guidance.
For many small business owners, the accountant remains a once-a-year visitor focused solely on tax filings. However, Shawano-based CPA Paul Kersten argues that shifting this relationship to a year-round partnership provides the strategic financial modeling necessary to navigate growth, mitigate risk, and stabilize cash flow.
Investors who sustained significant financial losses following the decline of Blaize Holdings, Inc. shares have until October 5, 2026, to apply for lead plaintiff status. The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith is currently spearheading a class action litigation targeting the firm for allegedly misleading public market disclosures.
Aurora Cannabis is pushing back against an unsolicited acquisition attempt from Curaleaf Holdings. The Edmonton-based medical cannabis producer labeled the proposed US$4.00 per share offer insufficient, noting that the bid includes a price cap that falls below the company's trading levels recorded late last year.
As skilled labor becomes increasingly scarce and expensive, commercial contractors are offloading infrastructure responsibilities to specialized service providers. By shifting from owning to renting modular containment walls, firms are looking to preserve their limited workforce for core project tasks while offloading the logistical burdens of site maintenance.
With a 54% revenue increase over the past two years, Boston-based RapDev has earned the number 3,234 spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 ranking. This marks the fourth time the firm has appeared on the annual list, which recognizes the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.
Investors who lost more than $100,000 in Peabody Energy Corporation stock between October 2024 and May 2026 have until August 24 to apply as lead plaintiffs in a pending securities fraud class action. The lawsuit alleges the company misled shareholders regarding production delays at its Centurion mine.
