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Robert Half Executives Named to Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2025 North America Staffing 100

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MENLO PARK, Calif.
, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Two executives from global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) have been named to the Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2025 North America Staffing 100 list: president and CEO of Talent Solutions Paul F. Gentzkow and operational president Dawn Fay. Each was selected for their outstanding leadership and contributions to the staffing industry.

Gentzkow has spearheaded talent solutions at Robert Half for nearly four decades. Under his leadership, operations have expanded to more than 300 locations worldwide, spanning North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. An innovative leader, Gentzkow has overseen the addition of several new service lines as well as technology integration to meet clients’ changing staffing needs and improve efficiency.

Since joining Robert Half in 1996, Fay has held several high-profile leadership positions and has achieved companywide recognition for outstanding leadership and performance. In her current role, she oversees Robert Half’s permanent and contract finance and accounting, administrative, and legal practice groups in 70 offices throughout the Central United States and New York Tri-State region. As a leading industry expert, she is frequently featured in national media outlets representing Robert Half on a variety of workplace topics.

About Robert Half 
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For, and a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at RobertHalf.com.

 

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Morningstar Introduces Morningstar PitchBook Unicorn 30 Index

Morningstar Introduces Morningstar PitchBook Unicorn 30 Index

Morningstar adds to its growing suite of global indexes providing more transparency into the late-stage venture capital market for a range of investor use cases, from benchmarking to investable product creation.

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Morningstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: MORN), a leading provider of independent investment insights, today introduces the Morningstar® PitchBook® Unicorn 30 Index (UI30), adding to its expanding suite of market data, research and index tools to help investors measure and access the late-stage venture capital market. Powered by PitchBook’s extensive private capital market data coverage, the new index tracks the 30 largest and most liquid “unicorns,” or late-stage venture capital-backed private companies valued at $1 billion or more, providing investors with access to some of the most innovative and fastest growing companies across developed global markets.

Built for investability, the new index employs screens to address liquidity challenges and is calculated daily with a market-driven pricing model that combines actual transaction data from multiple secondary market price aggregators.

“Private markets continue to grow in scope and investor interest as private companies become a much bigger part of the economic picture. From an individual investor standpoint, however, access to private markets has historically been a challenge, with available investment tools underdelivered,” said Ron Bundy, president of Morningstar Sustainalytics & Morningstar Indexes. “We believe that trend is changing, however, and are excited to help expand the investable universe for all investors through our growing suite of unicorn indexes.”

The Unicorn 30 Index was developed as part of an ongoing collaboration between Morningstar Indexes, the fastest growing global index provider for the last three years, and PitchBook, the leading provider of data, research and tools on global private capital and credit markets. The index provides access to some of the most innovative and fastest growing late-stage venture capital companies such as SpaceX, Stripe, OpenAI and SHEIN. PitchBook’s extensive database is the key input powering the pricing model, enabling investors to track the most promising investment opportunities within the private markets.

“The private capital markets have become a vital engine for transforming industries and global economies. As the private markets continue to become more prominent and influential, PitchBook is the natural leader to drive greater understanding of market activity and enable access to private market investment opportunities to a wider investor base,” said Rod Diefendorf, president and chief operating officer of PitchBook. “Transparency is key to driving this momentum, and indexes like this play a crucial role in fueling innovation, supporting entrepreneurship, and driving market growth.”

Added Sanjay Arya, head of innovation for Morningstar Indexes, “Public equity markets no longer represent the full scope of the global economy. Venture capital, as reflected by the post-money valuation of companies in PitchBook’s venture-backed database, now represents 9% of the global equity market, as represented by the total market value of firms in the Morningstar Global Markets Index, up from 2% a decade ago, making its integration important for investor portfolios. In line with our mission to make it easier for investors to measure and invest in private markets, this is our most liquid and investable unicorn index.”

About Morningstar Indexes

As the fastest-growing global index provider for the last three years according to Burton-Taylor International Consulting, Morningstar Indexes was built to keep up with the evolving needs of investors—and to be a leading-edge advocate for them. Morningstar’s rich heritage as a transparent, investor-focused leader in data and research uniquely equips Morningstar Indexes to support individuals, institutions, wealth managers and advisors in navigating investment opportunities across all major asset classes, styles, and strategies. From assessing risk and return with traditional benchmarks to helping investors effectively incorporate ESG objectives into their investment process, our range of index solutions spans an investment landscape as diverse as investors themselves. We help investors answer today’s increasingly complex questions so that they can more easily reach tomorrow’s goals. Please visit indexes.morningstar.com for more information.

About PitchBook

PitchBook is a financial data and software company that provides transparency into the capital markets to help professionals discover and execute opportunities with confidence and efficiency. PitchBook collects and analyzes detailed data on the entire venture capital, private equity, and M&A landscape—including public and private companies, investors, funds, investments, exits, and people. The company’s data and analysis are available through the PitchBook Platform, industry news, and in-depth reports. Founded in 2007, PitchBook operates globally with more than 3,000 team members. Its platform, data, and research serve over 100,000 professionals around the world. In 2016, Morningstar acquired PitchBook, which now operates as an independent subsidiary.

About Morningstar, Inc.

Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment insights in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The Company offers an extensive line of products and services that serve a wide range of market participants, including individual and institutional investors in public and private capital markets, financial advisors and wealth managers, asset managers, retirement plan providers and sponsors, and issuers of fixed-income securities. institutional investors in the debt and private capital markets. Morningstar provides data and research insights on a wide range of investment offerings, including managed investment products, publicly listed companies, private capital markets, debt securities, and real-time global market data. Morningstar also offers investment management services through its investment advisory subsidiaries, with approximately $328 billion in AUMA as of Sept 30, 2024. The Company operates through wholly- or majority-owned subsidiaries in 32 countries. For more information, visit www.morningstar.com/company. Follow Morningstar on X (formerly known as Twitter) @MorningstarInc.

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Generac Unveils the Most Powerful Air-Cooled Home Standby Generator on the Market

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The new design seamlessly integrates across Generac’s product ecosystem, giving customers more control over their energy needs as they navigate severe weather, diminishing grid reliability and rising energy costs


WAUKESHA, Wis.
, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Generac Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNRC), a leading global designer, manufacturer and provider of energy technology solutions and other power products, today announced its latest home standby generator design, including the new 28kW model, the most powerful air-cooled home standby available in the market.

With the introduction of this new design, Generac expands its line of the most comprehensive, reliable and efficient range of air-cooled home standby generators, with models ranging from 10 to 28kW. These new designs will seamlessly integrate with other Generac products – including ecobee smart thermostats and PWRcell battery systems.

The launch follows an active year in 2024 with the U.S. experiencing nearly 1.5 billion hours of power outages, the highest since 2010 when Generac first started tracking the figure. In addition to lower power quality, higher power prices are expected as investment is needed to upgrade infrastructure and build towards cleaner energy solutions. Even today, cost per kilowatt hour is up by approximately 30% since 2020, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

“At Generac, we are building an ecosystem of products for the home that address the growing energy demands of our customers as grid instability intensifies and energy utility costs increase,” said Generac CEO Aaron Jagdfeld. “The new design incorporates years of feedback from customers and dealers and is another bold step forward for the home standby generator category. Not only do these products help protect our customers in the event of a storm or outage, but they also integrate across our product ecosystem, empowering them to take control of their power needs as they continue to navigate mounting energy challenges.”

Generac created the home standby generator category and has delivered peace of mind for millions of customers over its 60-plus-year history. The new home standby product line is the latest innovation in Generac’s comprehensive ecosystem of residential energy technology solutions which provide customers with reliable, more efficient and better managed energy solutions.

The new generator design includes:

  • Built-in cellular connectivity as a standard feature offering customers the ability to monitor and control their generator’s status and performance in realtime, right from their smartphone.
  • An advanced controller delivering important new capabilities such as electronic oil-level sensing and gas-pressure monitoring and providing customers and dealers with important diagnostic information to provide the highest level of performance before, during, and after a power outage.
  • An all-aluminum cabinet design with superior corrosion protection and updated aesthetics featuring a new roof designed to reduce water, snow and ice buildup.
  • An industry-first Electronic Fuel and Ignition Control (EFIC) system providing improved motor starting capability and lower fuel consumption.
  • Industry-leading generator output quality for powering sensitive electronics and providing for a higher load acceptance capability, such as the ability to start up a five-ton air  conditioning unit.
  • An advanced engine design delivering improved power density and maintenance-free hydraulic lifters, lowering the total cost of maintenance intervals.
  • A new, industry-leading automatic transfer switch design with integrated surge protection.* 
  • The ability to fully integrate with ecobee smart thermostats, enabling customers to display vital information about their generator directly on their wall, and giving them greater control over their home energy management.

In addition to market-leading product innovation, Generac maintains a best-in-class distribution network to serve homeowners across the country. Generac’s home standby generators are available through more than 9,000 authorized dealers as well as thousands of wholesale and retail partners. For more information about Generac’s standby generator products, visit Generac.com/standby-generators/. To learn about our leading energy technology solutions and power products, visit Generac.com.

The new design will be available in the second half of 2025.

*Sold separately


About Generac

Generac Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNRC) is a total energy solutions company that empowers people to use energy on their own terms. Founded in 1959, Generac is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and provider of a wide range of energy technology solutions. The Company provides power generation equipment, energy storage systems, energy management devices & solutions, and other power products serving the residential, light commercial, and industrial markets. Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the automatic home standby generator category. The Company continues to expand its energy technology offerings for homes and businesses in its mission to Power a Smarter World and lead the evolution to more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions.

Media Contact: Jonathan Stern
[email protected] | (312) 402-7167

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Cintas Corporation Releases Its Fiscal Year 2024 Sustainability Report

Cintas Corporation Releases Its Fiscal Year 2024 Sustainability Report

The report highlights the organization’s ambitions and progress in operational efficiency and environmental and social sustainability.

CINCINNATI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today published its latest Sustainability Report, detailing the company’s sustainability ambitions in the Fiscal Year 2024, which ended May 31, 2024.

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Cintas published its latest Sustainability Report, detailing the company’s sustainability ambitions in the Fiscal Year 2024, which ended May 31, 2024. (Graphic: Business Wire)

Cintas published its latest Sustainability Report, detailing the company’s sustainability ambitions in the Fiscal Year 2024, which ended May 31, 2024. (Graphic: Business Wire)

>>> Click here for the 2024 Sustainability Report: https://cint.as/sustainability

“The future is bright at Cintas, where the core values of sustainability have been central since our inception,” said Todd Schneider, President and CEO of Cintas. “We continue to embrace our vision of ‘A Shared Drive for Better’ through operational improvements and efficiencies that positively impact our employee-partners, customers and shareholders for years to come.”

Fiscal Year 2024 sustainability highlights include:

  • Achieved the lowest safety incident rate (TRIR) in the company’s history of 1.35

  • Employee-partners in the U.S. with a self-reported minority status increased again to 45.7%

  • Reduced emissions intensity by 40% since the fiscal 2019 base year

  • Returned more than 90% of the water withdrawn to municipalities

  • Offered over 200 different styles of apparel made of recycled material

“Our strong culture of running our business ethically and responsibly is a key tenant to our success through the years,” said Mark Bolen, Vice President of Engineering and Sustainability at Cintas. “It’s imperative that we review our progress through our lens of positive discontent so that we can continue to challenge ourselves to seek out continued improvements that create a lasting impact.”

For more information about these key initiatives and activities and Cintas’ commitment to sustainable business, visit cintas.com/esg.

About Cintas Corporation

Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.

Cintas Media Contact:

Michelle Goret, Cintas Vice President of Corporate Affairs | [email protected], 513-972-4155

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Artic blast brings sustained freezing temperatures; Duke Energy prepares and encourages customers to save energy and money

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  • Company also shares tips on ways to save energy and money as temperatures drop this week; b-roll of energy-saving tips available here
  • Company prepares for possibility of snow


CHARLOTTE, N.C.
, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As the Carolinas experience sustained freezing temperatures, Duke Energy wants customers to understand the significant impact it can have on bills.

“When the temperatures drop, the demand for energy spikes as families combat the cold to stay warm, which causes bills to increase,” says Sasha Weintraub, Duke Energy senior vice president and chief customer officer. “There are easy, but important adjustments you can make to help keep your home warm, but also to help cut down on heating costs and avoid billing surprises.”

Ways to save energy and money as temperatures drop

  • During the winter, reduce your thermostat to the lowest comfortable setting. The longer your house remains at the lower temperature the more energy you save. You can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling by simply turning your thermostat back 7 to 10 degrees per day.
  • Set your water heater to 120 degrees or less. Water heating is typically the second-biggest user of energy in your home.
  • Leave drapes or blinds open on the sunny side of the home to allow the sun’s rays to warm the house but close them at night to help insulate your home.
  • Operate ceiling fans in a clockwise direction in the winter to push warm air back down into the room.
  • Cover drafty windows. Use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or tape clear plastic film to the inside of window frames during the cold winter months. Make sure the plastic is sealed tightly to the frame to help reduce infiltration.
  • Install tight-fitting, insulating drapes or shades on windows that feel drafty after weatherizing.
  • Change your air filter and schedule regular maintenance for your heating systems. Maintaining your heating systems can help increase efficiency.
  • Seal cracks in windows, doors and vents with caulking and weatherstripping to save 10% to 20% in heating costs.
  • Replace standard bulbs with LEDs. LEDs are more efficient than regular bulbs, while giving off the same amount of light.

Get personalized energy usage alerts 
Let usage alerts take the stress out of managing energy use. Get notified when you reach your personalized limit, so you’re able to make changes and find ways to save before the bill arrives. 

The Duke Energy app can also provide daily and hourly usage information, so you can see your unique patterns. 

By having a smart meter and an email address on file, customers are automatically enrolled to receive usage alerts that show how much electricity they are using and how much it may cost in time to adjust. Sign in to your online account or create one here. 

Get more tips, learn about incentives and sign up for usage alerts and other tools to save money at duke-energy.com/WinterEnergySavings.

Winter storm safety reminders
Duke Energy continues to monitor forecasts including the potential for snow that could cause power outages in some areas across the Carolinas especially due to hazardous road conditions that could cause vehicle collisions with power equipment. Duke Energy has resources available to respond quickly to restore power when outages occur.

We encourage customers to prepare for a potential outage during the anticipated prolonged cold weather. Here are important safety reminders:

  • Ensure mobile phones remain charged and you have an adequate supply of flashlights, batteries, bottled water, nonperishable foods and medicines.
  • If you use a generator, follow the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure safe and proper operation. Operate your generator outside, and never in a building or garage.
  • Do not use grills or other outdoor appliances indoors for space heating or cooking, as these devices may emit carbon monoxide.
  • Stay away from power lines that have fallen or are sagging. Consider all lines energized as well as trees or limbs in contact with lines. Report any downed power lines to Duke Energy or local emergency services.
  • Make alternate shelter arrangements, as needed, if you are significantly affected by a loss of power – especially families who have special medical needs or elderly members.
  • If a power line falls across a car that you are in, stay in the car. If you MUST get out of the car due to a fire or other immediate life-threatening situation, jump clear of the car and land on both feet. Be sure that no part of your body is touching the car when your feet touch the ground.
  • Ice and snow can cause hazardous driving conditions. If you do have to travel and see utility or emergency crews working along the road, remember to move over or slow down.

More tips on what to do before, during and after a storm can be found at duke-energy.com/safety-and-preparedness/storm-safety.

Reporting an outage
Customers who experience an outage during a storm can report it the following ways:

  • Text OUT to 57801 (standard text and data charges may apply).
  • Use the Duke Energy mobile app. Download the Duke Energy app from a smartphone via Apple Store or Google Play.
  • Visit duke-energy.com/outages on a desktop computer or mobile device.
  • Call the automated outage reporting system at 800.POWERON (800.769.3766).
  • Visit our interactive outage map to find up-to-date information on power outages, including the total number of outages systemwide and estimated times of restoration.

Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an ambitious clean energy transition, keeping reliability, affordability and accessibility at the forefront as the company works toward net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including expanded energy storage, renewables, natural gas and nuclear.

More information is available at duke-energy.com and the Duke Energy News Center. Follow Duke Energy on X, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook, and visit illumination for stories about the people and innovations powering our energy transition.

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Torch Clean Energy Announces Strategic Partnership with Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners

Torch Clean Energy Announces Strategic Partnership with Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners (MSIP) and Torch Clean Energy (Torch or the Company), a premier U.S.-based utility-scale solar and storage developer, today announced a strategic partnership to expand and transition the Torch platform. MSIP will make a strategic investment in Torch, enabling it to transition from a development platform to an integrated clean power platform with capabilities across development, construction and asset management.

Torch has a demonstrated track record of success, having originated, developed, and sold more than 1.2 gigawatts of renewable power assets in its core markets since its founding. The Company has cultivated close offtaker relationships and has developed a strategic approach to siting and interconnection. Torch has developed deep expertise developing projects throughout the United States, including in two key attractive markets: the Mid-Atlantic (including Virginia), a demand hub for data centers, and the desert Southwest, which has a strong solar resource. Torch believes it is well-positioned to benefit from tailwinds across these two regions given its incumbent position, longstanding relationships and development expertise in markets with a growing need for power.

Jonathan Kilberg, CEO of Torch Clean Energy, said: “We are excited to partner with Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners. This partnership gives us the resources and support to scale our operations, enhance our capabilities and continue to deliver real value to our customers. Together, we’re focused on driving innovation, improving efficiency, and meeting the rising demand for clean, reliable energy and capacity.”

Torch’s partnership with MSIP allows the Company to expand upon its value offering to customers as an integrated development and operating platform. MSIP will support the Company’s build-out of construction and operations management, procurement and project finance capabilities, leveraging MSIP’s network and platform resources. This evolution will allow Torch to expand its value offering to customers as an integrated independent power producer.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Torch team through this strategic investment that will support the next phase of their journey, transitioning into an integrated renewable power business,” said Chris Ortega, Head of Americas for MSIP. “We believe Torch is well-positioned to benefit from the industry tailwinds of electrification and data center demand through its differentiated strategy of siting high-value contracted projects in growing markets.”

Latham & Watkins LLP served as legal counsel for Torch Clean Energy, with KeyBanc Capital Markets serving as financial advisor. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP served as legal counsel for MSIP, with Santander serving as financial advisor.

About Torch Clean Energy

Torch Clean Energy is a clean energy and battery storage developer with extensive experience developing, permitting, designing, and building solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects. Torch has originated, developed, and sold 1.2+ GW of renewable power projects. For further information about Torch Clean Energy, please visit www.torchcleanenergy.com.

About Morgan StanleyInfrastructure Partners

Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners (MSIP) is a leading global private infrastructure investment platform with approximately $17 billion in assets under management since inception. Founded in 2006, MSIP has invested in a diverse portfolio of over 40 investments across transport, digital infrastructure, energy transition and utilities. MSIP targets assets that provide essential public goods and services with the potential for value creation through active asset management. For further information about Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners, please visit www.morganstanley.com/im/infrastructurepartners.

About Morgan Stanley Investment Management

Morgan Stanley Investment Management, together with its investment advisory affiliates, has more than 1,400 investment professionals around the world and $1.7 trillion in assets under management or supervision as of December 31, 2024. Morgan Stanley Investment Management strives to provide outstanding long-term investment performance, service, and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide. For further information about Morgan Stanley Investment Management, please visit www.morganstanley.com/im.

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in 42 countries, the Firm’s employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley, please visit www.morganstanley.com.

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SRIVARU Holding Received Nasdaq Panel Decision on Delisting Notice & Company Appealed

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SRIVARU Holding Limited, an exempted company incorporated with limited liability under the laws of the Cayman Islands (the “Company”), issued a press release on January 21, 2025, announcing that it had received a determination from Nasdaq on January 17, 2025, to delist the Company’s shares for failure to regain compliance with the minimum $1.00 bid price per share requirement of Nasdaq’s Marketplace Rule 5450(a)(1). The Company’s ordinary shares began trading on a reverse share split adjusted basis on Nasdaq as of the open of trading on January 15, 2025, but failed to close with a bid price greater than $1.00. The Company formally appealed the Nasdaq’s determination on January 20, 2025, and is awaiting the Nasdaq’s response. Notwithstanding the appeal, the Company has been notified that trading in the Company’s ordinary shares will be suspended at the open of trading on January 22, 2025.

While the Company acknowledge the current price of our shares has dipped below this threshold, the Company believe that there are significant extenuating circumstances that warrant reconsideration of our listing status. The ongoing decline in our share price can be attributed to the unusual and is proportionate impact of actions taken by some holders of outstanding warrants. Specifically, these warrant holders have engaged in selling shares to influence the volume – the Company weighted average price (VWAP) during the reset period, which includes two days prior to and three days after the recent reverse stock split. This practice, while within legal boundaries, has distorted our stock’s market value and fails to reflect the true underlying business performance and fundamentals of SRIVARU Holding Limited. These actions have contributed significantly to the downward pressure on our stock price, impeding our ability to meet the minimum bid price requirement. The Company is in the midst of engaging with the warrant holders for a full and final settlement of outstanding warrants to resolve the bid price issue.

About SRIVARU 

SRIVARU Holding Limited, a Cayman Islands exempted company, is the parent company of SRIVARU Motor Private Ltd., a commercial-stage provider dedicated to designing and manufacturing premium electric motorcycles in India. SRIVARU was founded on the realization that while the rider-motorcycle relationship is deep and complex, it is in desperate need of innovation for the next generation of riders. SRIVARU provides affordable premium E2W vehicles that provide an exceptional riding experience with redundant 3-channel automated braking, a low center of gravity to improve stability, enhanced safety features, and easy charging compatible with home charging outlets. The Company has a broad array of intellectual property, including a patent-pending chassis and drive acceleration system. In addition, SRIVARU offers customers a superior total cost of ownership compared to traditional internal combustion engine motorcycles and E2W vehicle competitors. SRIVARU additionally oversees a manufacturing subsidiary set to play a crucial role in achieving the company’s vision for sustainable and innovative mobility. Additional information about the company is available at: http://www.srivarumotors.com/. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and performance, SRIVARU aims to redefine the future of mobility.

Forward Looking Statements

This communication may contain a number of “forward-looking statements” as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include information concerning SRIVARU’s possible or assumed future results of operations, business strategies, debt levels, competitive position, industry environment, potential growth opportunities and the effects of regulation, respectively. These forward-looking statements are based on SRIVARU’s management’s current expectations, estimates, projections and beliefs, as well as a number of assumptions concerning future events. When used in this communication, the words “estimates,” “projected,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “forecasts,” “plans,” “intends,” “believes,” “seeks,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “future,” “propose” and variations of these words or similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside SRIVARU’s management’s control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors include, but are not limited to: (a) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against SRIVARU or others; (b) the inability to obtain financing to complete the Company’s planned expansion; (c) the inability to successfully appeal the Nasdaq’s delisting determinations; (d) the risk that current plans and operations of SRIVARU or its subsidiaries may be disrupted; (e) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition; (f) the ability of SRIVARU to grow and manage growth profitably, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers and retain its management and key employees; (g) costs related to ongoing operations; (h) the possibility that SRIVARU may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (i) SRIVARU’s ability to execute its business plans and strategies, (j) SRIVARU’s estimates of expenses and profitability; and (k) other risks and uncertainties indicated from time to time in SRIVARU’s public filings with the SEC, including those under “Risk Factors” therein.

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and SRIVARU assumes no obligation and, except as required by law, do not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.



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SRIVARU Holding Limited
3rd Floor, Genesis House, Unit 18
Genesis Close, George Town
P.O. Box 10655
Grand Cayman, KY1-1006
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Carvana’s New Campaign Highlights Convenience of its Online Car Buying Experience with Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard

Carvana’s New Campaign Highlights Convenience of its Online Car Buying Experience with Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard

With Their Signature Humor, Dax and Kristen Showcase How Carvana Makes it Easy for Every Shopper to Find Their Perfect Ride

PHOENIX–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Carvana (NYSE: CVNA), an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, today announced a new chapter in its collaboration with Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard. The duo stars in a brand-new commercial highlighting how Carvana’s intuitive platform makes finding and buying your next car easier than ever, no matter how you shop.

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Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Star in Carvana's Newest Campaign (Photo: Business Wire)

Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Star in Carvana’s Newest Campaign (Photo: Business Wire)

“Kristen and Dax’s comedic chemistry captures what makes Carvana unique: a stress-free car-buying experience tailored to everyone’s style,” said Ryan Keeton, Carvana’s co-founder and Chief Brand Officer. “Whether you’re quick to decide like Kristen or a meticulous researcher like Dax, Carvana’s tools empower all of our customers to confidently find the right car, their way.”

Developed by Carvana’s in-house creative team, the campaign showcases Bell and Shepard’s trademark humor as they browse Carvana’s expansive inventory with their own distinct approach. In a comedic twist, both independently choose the same vehicle, proving that great minds really do think alike and demonstrating the ease of finding the perfect vehicle match with Carvana.

This campaign will reach audiences nationwide across digital and broadcast platforms in the coming weeks. By offering best-in-class digital tools and transparency in every step, Carvana ensures that customers can make informed decisions on their own terms and confidently purchase their next vehicle online with ease.

About Carvana

Carvana’s mission is to change the way people buy and sell cars. Since launching in 2013, Carvana has revolutionized automotive retail and delighted millions of customers with an offering that is fun, fast, and fair. With Carvana, customers can find a car, get financing, trade-in, and complete a purchase entirely online with the convenience of delivery or local pick-up as soon as the same day. Carvana’s unique offering is powered by its passionate team, differentiated national infrastructure, and purpose-built technology.

For more information, please visit www.carvana.com.

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REGENERON EXPANDS PRESENCE IN CANADA BY OPENING ITS FIRST HEADQUARTERS TO BETTER SERVE NEEDS OF CANADIANS WITH SERIOUS DISEASES

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Facilities for Regeneron Canada in thriving Mississauga/GTA biotech hub signal its growth and readiness to bring more of its life-transforming innovative medicines for serious diseases to Canadians


MISSISSAUGA, ON
, Jan. 21, 2025 /CNW/ – Regeneron Canada Company today officially opened its first headquarters that will allow it to better serve the needs of Canadian patients who may benefit from its life-transforming, innovative medicines for serious diseases.

The facility is located in the thriving biotechnology hub of Mississauga, a vital part of the important and growing sector in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and in Ontario as a whole.

Taking part in the official opening ceremonies with leaders from Regeneron Canada and the Regeneron Global Headquarters in Tarrytown, NY, were Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business and MPP Mississauga – Streetsville, Deepak Anand, MPP for Mississauga – Malton, Brett McDermott, Director of Government and Stakeholder Relations, Mississauga Board of Trade, and Bradley Harker, Principal Commercial Officer, U.S. Commercial Service | U.S. Department of Commerce | International Trade Administration, US Embassy and Consulates in Canada.

“The opening of this new Canadian office marks an important milestone in the growth of Regeneron and its ability to help Canadian patients who are dealing with serious medical challenges,” said Acher Elfassy, Country Manager (Immunology).

“We look forward to continuing to build our operations and advance the next frontier of medicine in Canada from this new base in Mississauga,” said Jayne Paterson, Oncology Country Manager of Regeneron Canada.

“With a highly-skilled workforce and thriving research environment, Ontario continues to solidify its position as a global leader in biomanufacturing, fostering innovation and driving the development of next-generation health solutions,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “We congratulate Regeneron on the opening of its new headquarters in Mississauga and look forward to supporting their success, as they continue to expand their footprint across Ontario.”

Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that was founded and is led by physician-scientists to translate science into medicines. This has led to the development of numerous approved treatments and product candidates, most of which were homegrown in Regeneron laboratories, for cancer and hematologic conditions as well as eye, cardiovascular, metabolic, inflammatory, neurologic, infectious and rare diseases.

Launched in 1988, Regeneron has more than 14,000 employees around the world, with locations in North America, Europe and Asia. Regeneron-invented medicines are available in more than 100 countries and are being studied in clinical trials in approximately 60 countries, including Canada.

Regeneron pushes the boundaries of scientific discovery and accelerates drug development. Regeneron reinvests around 30 percent or more of its revenue into research and development to build new technologies and advance even more investigational medicine for patients in need. The company is shaping the next frontier of medicine and pioneering genetic medicine platforms, enabling the identification of innovative targets and complementary approaches to potentially treat or cure diseases.

About Regeneron

Regeneron (NASDAQ: REGN) is a leading biotechnology company that invents, develops and commercializes life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led by physician-scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to numerous approved treatments and product candidates in development, most of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurological diseases, hematologic conditions, infectious diseases, and rare diseases.

For more information, please visit www.regeneron.ca or www.Regeneron.com or follow Regeneron on LinkedIn or Instagram.

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Toll Brothers Announces New Luxury Townhome Community Coming Soon to Woodinville, Washington

WOODINVILLE, Wash., Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, today announced its newest community, Woodinville Square, is coming soon to Woodinville, Washington. This exclusive community, located at 13300 NE 175th Street, will feature 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhomes with luxurious finishes and modern amenities. Site work is underway and sales are expected to begin in spring 2025.

Nestled in the picturesque Sammamish River Valley, Woodinville Square is a sophisticated community of new townhomes showcasing exceptional connectivity to the downtown business district and beyond. Thoughtful home designs ranging from 1,510 to 2,017+ square feet with up to 2-car attached garages feature bright, open floor plans, private rooftop decks on select homes, and incredible craftsmanship with the opportunity to personalize interior finishes at the Toll Brothers Design Studio. Homes will be priced from $1.3 million.

“Woodinville Square offers a unique blend of luxury living and urban convenience, providing residents with access to the best that Woodinville and the surrounding areas have to offer,” said Kelley Moldstad, Group President of Toll Brothers in Washington. “We are excited to bring our stunning collection of new townhomes to this vibrant community.”

Located just 12 miles from Bellevue, the community’s lively setting in the heart of Woodinville’s wine district offers proximity to everyday amenities, key employment centers, outstanding schools, as well as nearby Kirkland, Redmond, and Bothell.

From Woodinville Square’s prime location, residents can walk to the new Schoolhouse District and Woodin Creek Village to enjoy upscale shopping, wine tasting, and restaurants. Residents will also have direct access to the picturesque 42-mile Eastrail Trail system that will connect Woodinville to Kirkland, Renton, Bellevue, and Redmond through a series of light rail transit hubs, ideal for recreation or commuting. Children will attend Hollywood Hill Elementary, Leota Middle, and Woodinville High Schools in the top-rated Northshore School District.

Home buyers will experience one-stop shopping at the Toll Brothers Design Studio. The state-of-the-art Design Studio allows home buyers to choose from a wide array of selections to personalize their dream home with the assistance of Toll Brothers professional Design Consultants.

For more information, prospective home buyers are invited to call (844) 845-5263 or visit TollBrothers.com/Washington.

About Toll Brothers

Toll Brothers, Inc., a Fortune 500 Company, is the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes. The Company was founded 58 years ago in 1967 and became a public company in 1986. Its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “TOL.” The Company serves first-time, move-up, empty-nester, active-adult, and second-home buyers, as well as urban and suburban renters. Toll Brothers builds in over 60 markets in 24 states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington, as well as in the District of Columbia. The Company operates its own architectural, engineering, mortgage, title, land development, smart home technology, and landscape subsidiaries. The Company also develops master-planned and golf course communities as well as operates its own lumber distribution, house component assembly, and manufacturing operations.

In 2024, Toll Brothers marked 10 years in a row being named to the Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ list and the Company’s Chairman and CEO Douglas C. Yearley, Jr. was named one of 25 Top CEOs by Barron’s magazine. Toll Brothers has also been named Builder of the Year by Builder magazine and is the first two-time recipient of Builder of the Year from Professional Builder magazine. For more information visit TollBrothers.com.

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Contact: Andrea Meck | Toll Brothers, Senior Director, Public Relations & Social Media | 215-938-8169 | [email protected]

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