SWI SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT FILED: Hagens Berman Encourages SolarWinds (SWI) Investors with Losses to Contact Firm Now

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hagens Berman urges SolarWinds Corporation (NYSE: SWI) investors with significant losses to submit your losses now. A securities fraud class action has been filed and certain investors may have valuable claims.

Class Period: Feb. 24, 2020 – Dec. 15, 2020
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: March 5, 2021
Visit:www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/SWI
Contact An Attorney Now:[email protected]
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SolarWinds Corporation (SWI) Securities Fraud Class Action:

The complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants misrepresented and concealed that: (1) since mid-2020, SolarWinds’ Orion monitoring products had a vulnerability that allowed hackers to compromise the server upon which the products ran; (2) SolarWinds’ update server had an easily accessible password; and (3) consequently, SolarWinds’ customers, including the Federal Government, Microsoft, Cisco, and Nvidia, were vulnerable to hacks.

Investors allegedly began to learn the truth on Dec. 13, 2020 when Reuters reported Russian hackers had infiltrated the U.S. Treasury and Commerce departments’ systems by tampering with SolarWinds updates.

Then, on Dec. 14, 2020 SolarWinds confirmed the vulnerability was inserted in its Orion monitoring products and existed in updates released between March and June 2020.

On Dec. 15, 2020, Reuters reported that (1) a security researcher alerted SolarWinds last year that anyone could access the company’s update server by using the password “solarwinds123,” and (2) a cyber security expert noticed that even days after SolarWinds knew their software was compromised the malicious updates were still available for download.

Significantly, shortly before these events unfolded and caused SolarWinds shares to crater, two investors controlling a majority of SolarWinds’ board of directors sold $285 million of SolarWinds shares.

“We’re focused on proving that SolarWinds knew about the security vulnerabilities before disclosing them,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.

If you are a SolarWinds investor and have significant losses, or have knowledge that may assist the firm’s investigation, click here to discuss your legal rights with Hagens Berman.

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding SolarWinds Corporation should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected].


About Hagens Berman


Hagens Berman is a national law firm with nine offices in eight cities around the country and eighty attorneys. The firm represents investors, whistleblowers, workers and consumers in complex litigation. More about the firm and its successes is located at hbsslaw.com. For the latest news visit our newsroom or follow us on Twitter at @classactionlaw.

Contact:

Reed Kathrein, 844-916-0895



Acorda Therapeutics to Present at H.C. Wainwright BIOCONNECT Virtual Conference

Acorda Therapeutics to Present at H.C. Wainwright BIOCONNECT Virtual Conference

ARDSLEY, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Acorda Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACOR) announced that Ron Cohen, M.D., President and Chief Executive Officer, will present during the January 11th -14th H.C. Wainwright BIOCONNECT Virtual Conference. An audio webcast of the presentation can be accessed under “Investor Events” in the Investor section of the Acorda website at www.acorda.com.

For more information about the conference, please visit the event website at www.hcwevents.com/bioconnect.

About Acorda Therapeutics

Acorda Therapeutics develops therapies to restore function and improve the lives of people with neurological disorders. INBRIJA® (levodopa inhalation powder) is approved for intermittent treatment of OFF episodes in adults with Parkinson’s disease treated with carbidopa/levodopa. INBRIJA is not to be used by patients who take or have taken a nonselective monoamine oxidase inhibitor such as phenelzine or tranylcypromine within the last two weeks. INBRIJA utilizes Acorda’s innovative ARCUS® pulmonary delivery system, a technology platform designed to deliver medication through inhalation. Acorda also markets the branded AMPYRA® (dalfampridine) Extended Release Tablets, 10 mg.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, regarding management’s expectations, beliefs, goals, plans or prospects should be considered forward-looking. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including: we may not be able to successfully market INBRIJA or any other products under development; the COVID-19 pandemic, including related quarantines and travel restrictions, and the potential for the illness to affect our employees or consultants or those that work for other companies we rely upon, could have a material adverse effect on our business operations or product sales; our ability to raise additional funds to finance our operations, repay outstanding indebtedness or satisfy other obligations, and our ability to control our costs or reduce planned expenditures and take other actions which are necessary for us to continue as a going concern; risks associated with the trading of our common stock and our reverse stock split; risks associated with complex, regulated manufacturing processes for pharmaceuticals, which could affect whether we have sufficient commercial supply of INBRIJA to meet market demand; third party payers (including governmental agencies) may not reimburse for the use of INBRIJA or our other products at acceptable rates or at all and may impose restrictive prior authorization requirements that limit or block prescriptions; competition for INBRIJA, AMPYRA and other products we may develop and market in the future, including increasing competition and accompanying loss of revenues in the U.S. from generic versions of AMPYRA (dalfampridine) following our loss of patent exclusivity; the ability to realize the benefits anticipated from acquisitions, among other reasons because acquired development programs are generally subject to all the risks inherent in the drug development process and our knowledge of the risks specifically relevant to acquired programs generally improves over time; the risk of unfavorable results from future studies of INBRIJA (levodopa inhalation powder) or from our other research and development programs, or any other acquired or in-licensed programs ; the occurrence of adverse safety events with our products; the outcome (by judgment or settlement) and costs of legal, administrative or regulatory proceedings, investigations or inspections, including, without limitation, collective, representative or class action litigation; failure to protect our intellectual property, to defend against the intellectual property claims of others or to obtain third party intellectual property licenses needed for the commercialization of our products; and failure to comply with regulatory requirements could result in adverse action by regulatory agencies. These and other risks are described in greater detail in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We may not actually achieve the goals or plans described in our forward-looking statements, and investors should not place undue reliance on these statements. Forward-looking statements made in this press release are made only as of the date hereof, and we disclaim any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this press release.

Tierney Saccavino

(917) 783-0251

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: New York United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Biotechnology General Health Pharmaceutical Health

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HAGENS BERMAN Alerts Kandi Technologies Group (KNDI) Investors to Application Deadline in Securities Fraud Action, Encourages Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hagens Berman urges Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: KNDI) investors to submit their losses now. A securities fraud class action has been filed and certain investors may have valuable claims.

Class Period: Mar. 15, 2019 – Nov. 27, 2020
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: Feb. 9, 2021
Visit:www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/KNDI
Contact An Attorney Now:[email protected]
844-916-0895

Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (KNDI) Securities Fraud Class Action:

The complaint centers on whether Kandi manipulated its financial statements, including overstating revenues.

More specifically, according to the complaint (1) Kandi artificially inflated reported revenues through undisclosed related party transactions, and (2) most of Kandi’s sales during the past year were to undisclosed related parties, indicating the lack of arms-length transactions.

But investors began to learn the truth, according to the complaint, on Nov. 30, 2020, when Hindenburg Research published a scathing lengthy forensic report based on on-the-ground inspections at Kandi’s factories and customer locations in China, interviews with over a dozen former employees, and review of numerous litigation documents and internal public records.

According to Hindenburg, Kandi engaged in a “brazen scheme” to “falsify revenue using fake sales to undisclosed affiliates.” Hindenburg reported (1) it unmasked Kandi’s top customers and found that almost 64% of Kandi’s last twelve months sales have been to undisclosed related parties, and (2) the company’s largest customer, representing about 55% of Kandi’s last twelve months sales, shares a phone number with a Kandi subsidiary and a Kandi executive. Hindenburg further concludes Kandi’s financials corroborate its concerns, noting that “[t]he company has consistently booked revenue it cannot collect, a classic hallmark of fake revenue.”

This news drove the price of Kandi shares crashing lower.

“We’re focused on, among other things, investor losses and proving Kandi engaged in revenue recognition fraud,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.

If you are a Kandi investor, click here to discuss your legal rights with Hagens Berman.

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Kandi should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email [email protected].


About Hagens Berman


Hagens Berman is a national law firm with nine offices in eight cities around the country and eighty attorneys. The firm represents investors, whistleblowers, workers and consumers in complex litigation. More about the firm and its successes is located at hbsslaw.com. For the latest news visit our newsroom or follow us on Twitter at @classactionlaw.

Contact:
Reed Kathrein, 844-916-0895



Concentrix Reports Fiscal 2020 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results

FREMONT, Calif., Jan. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Concentrix Corporation (NASDAQ: CNXC), a leading global provider of customer experience (CX) solutions and technology, today announced financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year ended November 30, 2020.

  Three Months Ended    
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019   Change
Revenue ($M) $ 1,300.9     $ 1,212.8     7.3 %
Operating income ($M) $ 120.2     $ 101.5     18.4 %
Non-GAAP operating income ($M) (1) $ 175.4     $ 165.0     6.3 %
Operating margin 9.2 %   8.4 %   80 bps
Non-GAAP operating margin (1) 13.5 %   13.6 %   -10 bps
Net income ($M) $ 64.6     $ 31.9     102.5 %
Non-GAAP net income ($M) (1) $ 106.8     $ 80.0     33.5 %
Adjusted EBITDA ($M) (1) $ 211.2     $ 197.7     6.8 %
Adjusted EBITDA margin (1) 16.2 %   16.3 %   -10 bps
Basic and diluted earnings per share (2) $ 1.25     $ 0.62     101.6 %
Non-GAAP basic and diluted earnings per share (2) $ 2.07     $ 1.55     33.5 %


(1) See non-GAAP reconciliations included in the accompanying financial tables for the reconciliation of each non- GAAP measure to its most directly comparable GAAP measure.



(2) Weighted average number of shares used for both basic and diluted EPS is based on the number of common shares issued in connection with the spin-off.

Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2020 Highlights:

  • Revenue was $1,300.9 million, up 7.3% from the prior fiscal year fourth quarter and 6.3% on a constant currency basis, compared with $1,212.8 million in the prior fiscal year fourth quarter.
  • Operating income was $120.2 million, or 9.2% of revenue, compared with $101.5 million, or 8.4% of revenue in the prior fiscal year fourth quarter.
  • Non-GAAP operating income was $175.4 million, or 13.5% of revenue, compared with $165.0 million, or 13.6% of revenue, in the prior fiscal year fourth quarter.
  • Adjusted EBITDA was $211.2 million, or 16.2% of revenue, compared with $197.7 million, or 16.3% of revenue, in the prior fiscal year fourth quarter.

“We are pleased with our execution in the fourth quarter with revenue growth and profitability exceeding expectations,” said Chris Caldwell, Concentrix President and CEO. “During the fourth quarter we were able to capitalize on our robust signings in the third quarter, and we believe we also gained share on in-period volumes. Entering 2021 as an independent industry leader, we see opportunities for additional innovation and our ability to enhance value creation for shareholders.”

Fiscal Year 2020 Summary

  Fiscal Year Ended    
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019   Change
Revenue ($M) $ 4,719.5     $ 4,707.9     0.2 %
Operating income ($M) $ 308.8     $ 294.3     4.9 %
Non-GAAP operating income ($M) (1) $ 509.4     $ 542.0     (6.0 )%
Operating margin 6.5 %   6.3 %   20 bps
Non-GAAP operating margin (1) 10.8 %   11.5 %   -70 bps
Net income ($M) $ 164.8     $ 117.2     40.6 %
Non-GAAP net income ($M) (1) $ 316.5     $ 304.7     3.9 %
Adjusted EBITDA ($M) (1) $ 638.5     $ 676.8     (5.7 )%
Adjusted EBITDA margin (1) 13.5 %   14.4 %   -90 bps
Basic and diluted earnings per share (2) $ 3.19     $ 2.27     40.5 %
Non-GAAP basic and diluted earnings per share (2) $ 6.13     $ 5.90     3.9 %


(1) See non-GAAP reconciliations included in the accompanying financial tables for the reconciliation of each non- GAAP measure to its most directly comparable GAAP measure.



(2) Weighted average number of shares used for both basic and diluted EPS is based on the number of common shares issued in connection with the spin-off.

Fiscal Year 2020 Highlights:

  • Revenue was $4,719.5 million, up 0.2% from the prior fiscal year and 0.7% on a constant currency basis, compared with $4,707.9 million in the prior fiscal year.
  • Operating income was $308.8 million, or 6.5% of revenue, compared with $294.3 million, or 6.3% of revenue, in the prior fiscal year.
  • Non-GAAP operating income was $509.4 million, or 10.8% of revenue, compared with $542.0 million, or 11.5% of revenue, in the prior fiscal year.
  • Adjusted EBITDA was $638.5 million, or 13.5% of revenue, compared with $676.8 million, or 14.4% of revenue, in the prior fiscal year.
  • On a net basis, COVID expenses were approximately $86.0 million for fiscal year 2020.

First Quarter Fiscal 2021 Outlook:

The following statements are based on Concentrix’ current expectations for the fiscal 2021 first quarter. Non-GAAP financial measures exclude the impact of acquisition-related and integration expenses, spin-off related expenses, the amortization of intangibles, depreciation, share based compensation and the related tax effects thereon. These statements are forward-looking and actual results may differ materially.

  • Revenue is expected to be in the range of $1.260 billion to $1.310 billion as reported.
  • Operating income is expected to be in the range of $107 million to $121 million and non-GAAP operating income is expected to be in the range of $148 million to $162 million.
  • The effective tax rate is expected to approximate 29%.

Conference Call and Webcast

Concentrix will host a conference call for investors to review its fiscal 2020 fourth quarter results tomorrow morning Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. (ET)/6:00 a.m. (PT)

The live conference call will be webcast in listen-only mode in the Investor Relations section of the Concentrix website under “Events and Presentations” at https://ir.concentrix.com/events-and-presentations. A replay will also be available on the website following the conference call.

About Concentrix

Concentrix Corporation (Nasdaq: CNXC), is a leading technology-enabled global business services company specializing in customer engagement and improving business performance for some of the world’s best brands including over 95 Global Fortune 500 clients and over 90 global disruptor clients. Every day, from more than 40 countries and across 6 continents, our staff delivers next generation customer experience and helps companies better connect with their customers. We create better business outcomes and help differentiate our clients through technology, design, data, process, and people. Concentrix provides services to clients in our key industry verticals: technology & consumer electronics; retail, travel & ecommerce; banking, financial services & insurance; healthcare; communications & media; automotive; and energy & public sector. We are Different by Design. Visit concentrix.com to learn more.

Use of Non-GAAP Information

In addition to disclosing financial results that are determined in accordance with GAAP, we also disclose certain non-GAAP financial information, including:

  • Constant currency revenue growth, which is revenue growth adjusted for the translation effect of foreign currencies so that certain financial results can be viewed without the impact of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, thereby facilitating period-to-period comparisons of our business performance. Constant currency revenue growth is calculated by translating the revenue of each fiscal year in the billing currency using their comparable prior year’s currency conversion rate in comparison to prior year’s revenue. Generally, when the dollar either strengthens or weakens against other currencies, the growth at constant currency rates or adjusting for currency will be higher or lower than growth reported at actual exchange rates.
  • Non-GAAP operating income, which is operating income, adjusted to exclude acquisition-related and integration expenses, including related restructuring costs, spin-off related expenses, amortization of intangible assets and share-based compensation.
  • Non-GAAP operating margin, which is non-GAAP operating income, as defined above, divided by revenue.
  • Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, or adjusted EBITDA, which is non-GAAP operating income, as defined above, plus depreciation.
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin, which is adjusted EBITDA, as defined above, divided by revenue.
  • Free cash flow, which is cash flows from operating activities less capital expenditures. We believe that free cash flow is a meaningful measure of cash flows since capital expenditures are a necessary component of ongoing operations. However, free cash flow has limitations because it does not represent the residual cash flow available for discretionary expenditures. For example, free cash flow does not incorporate payments for business acquisitions.

We believe that providing this additional information is useful to the reader to better assess and understand our base operating performance, especially when comparing results with previous periods and for planning and forecasting in future periods, primarily because management typically monitors the business adjusted for these items in addition to GAAP results. Management also uses these non-GAAP measures to establish operational goals and, in some cases, for measuring performance for compensation purposes. These non-GAAP financial measures exclude amortization of intangible assets. Although intangible assets contribute to our revenue generation, the amortization of intangible assets does not directly relate to the services performed for our clients. Additionally, intangible asset amortization expense typically fluctuates based on the size and timing of our acquisition activity. Accordingly, we believe excluding the amortization of intangible assets, along with the other non-GAAP adjustments which neither relate to the ordinary course of our business nor reflect our underlying business performance, enhances our and our investors’ ability to compare our past financial performance with its current performance and to analyze underlying business performance and trends. These non-GAAP financial measures also exclude share-based compensation expense. Given the subjective assumptions and the variety of award types that companies can use when calculating share-based compensation expense, management believes this additional information allows investors to make additional comparisons between our operating results and those of our peers. As these non-GAAP financial measures are not calculated in accordance with GAAP, they may not necessarily be comparable to similarly titled measures employed by other companies. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the comparable GAAP measures and should be used as a complement to, and in conjunction with, data presented in accordance with GAAP.

Safe Harbor Statement
This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company’s expected future financial condition, results of operations, including revenue and operating income, effective tax rate, cash flows, leverage, liquidity, business strategy, competitive position, acquisition opportunities, capital allocation, growth opportunities, market forecasts and statements that include words such as believe, expect, may, will, provide, could and should and other similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain and involve substantial risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. Risks and uncertainties include, among other things: risks related to general economic conditions, including uncertainty related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the global economy; the level of outsourced business services; the level of business activity of the Company’s clients and the market acceptance and performance of their products and services; consolidation of the Company’s competitors; competitive conditions in the Company’s industry; currency exchange rate fluctuations; variability in demand by the Company’s clients or the early termination of the Company’s client contracts; competition in the customer experience solutions industry; political and economic stability in the countries in which the Company operates; the outbreak of communicable disease or other public health crises; cyberattacks on the Company’s networks and information technology systems; the inability to protect personal and proprietary information; increases in the cost of labor; the operability of the Company’s communication services and information technology systems and networks; changes in law, regulations or regulatory guidance; investigative or legal actions; the loss of key personnel; natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, terrorist attacks, work stoppages or other business disruptions; and other factors contained in the Company’s Registration Statement on Form 10 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and subsequent SEC filings. The Company does not undertake a duty to update forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made.

Copyright 2021 Concentrix Corporation. All rights reserved. Concentrix, the Concentrix logo, and all other Concentrix company, product and services names and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of Concentrix Corporation. Concentrix and the Concentrix logo Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. Other names and marks are the property of their respective owners.

CONCENTRIX

(CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SERVICES BUSINESS OF SYNNEX CORPORATION)

COMBINED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (unaudited)

(currency and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts)
(Amounts may not add due to rounding)

 
  Three Months Ended       Fiscal Year Ended    
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019   % Change   November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019   % Change
Revenue                      
Technology and consumer electronics $ 410,542     $ 343,700     19 %   $ 1,422,817     $ 1,283,084     11 %
Communications and media 239,268     273,108     (12 )%   954,234     1,142,242     (16 )%
Retail, travel and ecommerce 237,912     198,749     20 %   796,324     763,265     4 %
Banking, financial services and insurance 185,522     177,362     5 %   712,469     676,246     5 %
Healthcare 118,558     101,159     17 %   392,686     369,187     6 %
Other 109,056     118,758     (8 )%   441,004     473,888     (7 )%
Total revenue 1,300,858     1,212,836     7 %   4,719,534     4,707,912     — %
Cost of revenue 842,226     754,405     12 %   3,058,009     2,959,464     3 %
Gross profit 458,632     458,431     — %   1,661,525     1,748,448     (5 )%
Selling, general and administrative expenses (338,425 )   (356,977 )   (5 )%   (1,352,764 )   (1,454,116 )   (7 )%
Operating income 120,207     101,454     18 %   308,761     294,332     5 %
Interest expense (primarily related to borrowings from Parent) and finance charges, net (8,798 )   (20,226 )   (57 )%   (48,313 )   (92,196 )   (48 )%
Other income (expense), net 3,164     (401 )   (889 )%   7,447     2,280     227 %
Income before income taxes 114,573     80,827     42 %   267,895     204,416     31 %
Provision for income taxes (49,946 )   (48,957 )   2 %   (103,084 )   (87,252 )   18 %
Net income $ 64,627     $ 31,870     103 %   $ 164,811     $ 117,164     41 %
Earnings per common share:                      
Basic $ 1.25     $ 0.62         $ 3.19     $ 2.27      
Diluted $ 1.25     $ 0.62         $ 3.19     $ 2.27      
Weighted-average common shares outstanding                      
Basic 51,602     51,602         51,602     51,602      
Diluted 51,602     51,602         51,602     51,602      
 

CONCENTRIX

(CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SERVICES BUSINESS OF SYNNEX CORPORATION)

COMBINED BALANCE SHEETS (unaudited)

(currency in thousands)
(Amounts may not add due to rounding)

 
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019
ASSETS      
Current assets:      
Cash and cash equivalents $ 152,656     $ 79,656  
Accounts receivable, net 1,079,065     931,082  
Receivable from SYNNEX Corporation (“Parent”) 2,416     17,495  
Loan receivable from Parent —     67,676  
Other current assets 189,239     203,696  
Total current assets 1,423,376     1,299,605  
Property and equipment, net 451,649     411,465  
Goodwill 1,836,050     1,829,328  
Intangible assets, net 798,959     934,123  
Deferred tax assets 47,423     64,879  
Other assets 620,099     114,355  
Total assets $ 5,177,556     $ 4,653,755  
       
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY      
Current liabilities:      
Accounts payable $ 140,575     $ 106,147  
Current portion of long-term debt 33,750     —  
Payable to Parent 22,825     85,898  
Loans payable to Parent —     1,981,385  
Accrued compensation and benefits 419,715     319,065  
Other accrued liabilities 371,072     189,605  
Income taxes payable 20,725     16,209  
Total current liabilities 1,008,662     2,698,308  
Long-term debt 1,111,362     —  
Other long-term liabilities 601,887     297,034  
Deferred tax liabilities 153,560     188,572  
Total liabilities 2,875,471     3,183,914  
Equity:      
Parent company investment 2,305,899     1,519,923  
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (3,814 )   (50,082 )
Total Parent equity 2,302,085     1,469,841  
Total liabilities and equity $ 5,177,556     $ 4,653,755  
 

CONCENTRIX

(CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SERVICES BUSINESS OF SYNNEX CORPORATION)

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (unaudited)

(currency in thousands)
(Amounts may not add due to rounding)

 
  Three Months Ended


  Fiscal Year Ended
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019


  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019
Revenue $ 1,300,858     $ 1,212,836     $ 4,719,534     $ 4,707,912  
Revenue growth, as reported under U.S. GAAP 7.3 %   24.7 %   0.2 %   91.1 %
Foreign exchange impact (1.0 )%   1.1 %   0.5 %   2.2 %
Constant currency revenue growth 6.3 %   25.8 %   0.7 %   93.3 %

  Three Months Ended


  Fiscal Year Ended
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019


  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019
Operating income $ 120,207     $ 101,454     $ 308,761     $ 294,332  
Acquisition-related and integration expenses 6,552     18,042     27,982     70,473  
Spin-off related expenses 7,694     —     9,483     —  
Amortization of intangibles 37,093     41,425     147,283     166,606  
Share-based compensation 3,883     4,074     15,914     10,554  
Non-GAAP operating income $ 175,429     $ 164,995     $ 509,423     $ 541,965  
 

CONCENTRIX

(CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SERVICES BUSINESS OF SYNNEX CORPORATION)

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES

(unaudited)

(currency in thousands)
(Amounts may not add due to rounding)

 
  Three Months Ended   Fiscal Year Ended
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019   November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019
Net income $ 64,627     $ 31,870     $ 164,811     $ 117,164  
Interest expense and finance charges, net 8,798     20,226     48,313     92,196  
Provision for income taxes 49,946     48,957     103,084     87,252  
Other (income) expense, net (3,164 )   401     (7,447 )   (2,280 )
Acquisition-related and integration expenses 6,552     18,042     27,982     70,473  
Spin-off related expenses 7,694     —     9,483     —  
Amortization of intangibles 37,093     41,425     147,283     166,606  
Share-based compensation 3,883     4,074     15,914     10,554  
Depreciation (excluding accelerated depreciation included in acquisition-related and integration expenses above) 35,795     32,697     129,126     134,823  
Adjusted EBITDA $ 211,224     $ 197,692     $ 638,549     $ 676,788  

  Three Months Ended   Fiscal Year Ended
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019   November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019
Operating margin 9.2 %   8.4 %   6.5 %   6.3 %
Non-GAAP operating margin 13.5 %   13.6 %   10.8 %   11.5 %
Adjusted EBITDA margin 16.2 %   16.3 %   13.5 %   14.4 %
                       

CONCENTRIX

(CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SERVICES BUSINESS OF SYNNEX CORPORATION)

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (unaudited)

(currency in thousands)
(Amounts may not add due to rounding)

     
  Three Months Ended


  Fiscal Year Ended
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019


  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019
Net income $ 64,627     $ 31,870     $ 164,811     $ 117,164  
Acquisition-related and integration expenses 6,552     18,042     27,982     70,473  
Spin-off related expenses 7,694     —     9,483     —  
Amortization of intangibles 37,093     41,425     147,283     166,606  
Share-based compensation 3,883     4,074     15,914     10,554  
Income taxes related to the above (1) (13,037 )   (15,453 )   (49,010 )   (60,118 )
Non-GAAP net income $ 106,812     $ 79,958     $ 316,463     $ 304,679  
               

CONCENTRIX

(CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SERVICES BUSINESS OF SYNNEX CORPORATION)

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (unaudited)

(currency in thousands, except per share amounts)
(Amounts may not add due to rounding)

     
  Three Months Ended


  Fiscal Year Ended
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019


  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019
Basic and diluted earnings per common share (“EPS”) (2) $ 1.25     $ 0.62     $ 3.19     $ 2.27  
Acquisition-related and integration expenses $ 0.13     $ 0.35     $ 0.54     $ 1.37  
Spin-off related expenses $ 0.15     $ —     $ 0.18     $ —  
Amortization of intangibles $ 0.72     $ 0.80     $ 2.85     $ 3.23  
Share-based compensation $ 0.08     $ 0.08     $ 0.31     $ 0.20  
Income taxes related to the above (1) $ (0.26 )   $ (0.30 )   $ (0.94 )   $ (1.17 )
Non-GAAP basic and diluted EPS (2) $ 2.07     $ 1.55     $ 6.13     $ 5.90  

  Three Months Ended   Fiscal Year Ended
  November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019   November 30, 2020   November 30, 2019
Net cash provided by operating activities $ 119,037     $ 166,848     $ 507,614     $ 449,736  
Purchases of property and equipment (65,083 )   (40,148 )   (171,332 )   (111,122 )
Free cash flow $ 53,954     $ 126,700     $ 336,282     $ 338,614  
                

CONCENTRIX

(CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SERVICES BUSINESS OF SYNNEX CORPORATION)

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (unaudited)

(currency in thousands)
(Amounts may not add due to rounding)

 
  Forecast
  Three Months Ended February 28, 2021
  Low   High
Operating income $ 107,000     $ 121,000  
Amortization of intangibles 34,000     34,000  
Share-based compensation 7,000     7,000  
Non-GAAP operating income (3) $ 148,000     $ 162,000  
       


(1) The tax effect of taxable and deductible non-GAAP adjustments was calculated using the tax-deductible portion of the expenses and applying the entity-specific, statutory tax rates applicable to each item during the respective fiscal years.


(2) Weighted average number of shares used for both basic and diluted EPS is based on number of common shares issued and outstanding in connection with the spin-off of 51.6 million for all periods presented.


(3) Adjustments related to acquisition-related and integration expenses and spin-off related expenses are not expected to be material for the three months ended February 28, 2021.



Investor Contact:
David Stein
Investor Relations
Concentrix Corporation
[email protected]
(513) 703-9306

BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. Schedules Earnings Release and Conference Call for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2020

BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. Schedules Earnings Release and Conference Call for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2020

SANTA MONICA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. (NASDAQ: TCPC) announced today that it will report its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 on Thursday, February 25, 2021, prior to the opening of the financial markets.

BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. will host a conference call at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Pacific Time) on Thursday, February 25, 2021 to discuss its financial results.

All interested parties are invited to participate in the conference call by dialing (866) 393-0571; international callers should dial (206) 453-2872. Participants should enter the Conference ID 9091365 when prompted. The conference call will be webcast simultaneously in the investor relations section of TCPC’s website at http://investors.tcpcapital.com. An archived replay of the call will be available approximately two hours after the live call, through March 4, 2021. For the replay, please visit https://investors.tcpcapital.com/events-and-presentations or dial (855) 859-2056. For international replay, please dial (404) 537-3406. For all replays, please reference program ID number 9091365.

ABOUT BLACKROCK TCP CAPITAL CORP.:

BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. (NASDAQ: TCPC) is a specialty finance company focused on direct lending to middle-market companies as well as small businesses. TCPC lends primarily to companies with established market positions, strong regional or national operations, differentiated products and services and sustainable competitive advantages, investing across industries in which it has significant knowledge and expertise. TCPC’s investment objective is to achieve high total returns through current income and capital appreciation, with an emphasis on principal protection. TCPC is a publicly traded business development company, or BDC, regulated under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and is externally managed by its advisor, Tennenbaum Capital Partners, LLC, a wholly-owned, indirect subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc. For more information, visit www.tcpcapital.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Prospective investors considering an investment in BlackRock TCP Capital Corp. should consider the investment objectives, risks and expenses of the Company carefully before investing. This information and other information about the Company are available in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Copies are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Company’s website at www.tcpcapital.com. Prospective investors should read these materials carefully before investing.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based on estimates, projections, beliefs and assumptions of management of the Company at the time of such statements and are not guarantees of future performance. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties in predicting future results and conditions. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in these forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation, changes in general economic conditions or changes in the conditions of the industries in which the Company makes investments, risks associated with the availability and terms of financing, changes in interest rates, availability of transactions, and regulatory changes. Certain factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements are included in the “Risks” section of the Company’s prospectus dated August 16, 2019 and its prospectus supplement dated September 25, 2020, the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019, and the Company’s subsequent periodic filings with the SEC. Copies are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Company’s website at www.tcpcapital.com. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and are subject to change without notice. The company has no duty and does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements based on the occurrence of future events, the receipt of new information, or otherwise.

BlackRock TCP Capital Corp.

Katie McGlynn

310-566-1094

[email protected]

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The China Fund, Inc. Announces Date of Annual Meeting of Stockholders

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BOSTON, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The China Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CHN) (the “Fund”) announced today that the Fund’s annual stockholder meeting (the “Meeting”) will be held Tuesday, March 9, 2021 via a virtual forum at 11:15 a.m. Stockholders of record as of January 11, 2021 will be entitled to notice of, and to attend and vote at, the Meeting. Matthews Asia, International Capital Management, LLC, the investment manager, will be in attendance at the meeting and will provide an update on the China market.

The Fund is a closed-end management investment company with the objective of seeking long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in equity securities (i) of companies for which the principal securities trading market is the People’s Republic of China (“China“), or (ii) of companies for which the principal securities trading market is outside of China, or constituting direct equity investments in companies organized outside of China, that in both cases derive at least 50% of their revenues from goods and services sold or produced, or have at least 50% of their assets, in China. Shares of the Fund are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “CHN.”

For further information regarding the Fund and the Fund’s holdings, please call (888)-CHN-CALL or visit the Fund’s website at www.chinafundinc.com.

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UDR Announces Dates for Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2020 Earnings Release and Conference Call

UDR Announces Dates for Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2020 Earnings Release and Conference Call

DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
UDR, Inc. (NYSE: UDR), a leading multifamily real estate investment trust, announced today that it will release its fourth quarter and full-year 2020 financial results on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 after the market closes. A conference call will be held on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The conference call will be open to the public.

During the conference call, company officers will review fourth quarter and full-year results, discuss recent events, and conduct a question-and-answer period. The question‑and-answer period will be limited to registered financial analysts. All other participants will have listen-only capability.

To participate in the webcast:

The webcast of the Company’s fourth quarter and full-year 2020 conference call will be available on UDR’s website at ir.udr.com. Please go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register, download and install any necessary audio software. A replay of the call will also be available for 30 days on UDR’s website.

To participate in the telephone conference call:

Domestic: 877-705-6003

 

International: 201-493-6725

 

Please dial in at least five minutes prior to start time.

 

 

Conference Call Playback:

 

 

 

Domestic: 844-512-2921

 

International: 412-317-6671

 

Passcode: 13714660

 

The playback can be accessed through March 12, 2021.

The full text of the earnings report and supplemental data will be available immediately following the earnings release to the wire services on February 9, 2021 at UDR’s investor relations website, ir.udr.com.

About UDR, Inc.

UDR, Inc. (NYSE: UDR), an S&P 500 company, is a leading multifamily real estate investment trust with a demonstrated performance history of delivering superior and dependable returns by successfully managing, buying, selling, developing and redeveloping attractive real estate properties in targeted U.S. markets. As of September 30, 2020, UDR owned or had an ownership position in 51,649 apartment homes including 1,031 homes under development. For over 48 years, UDR has delivered long-term value to shareholders, the best standard of service to residents and the highest quality experience for associates. Additional information can be found on the Company’s website at ir.udr.com.

Trent Trujillo

[email protected]

720-283-6135

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Wavemaker US Nets Third Consecutive Ad Age’s Best Places to Work Ranking

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In recognition of their strong employee-first culture, Wavemaker US is excited to be among Advertising Age’s Best Places to Work (201+ employees) for the third consecutive year.

This annual award ranks the agencies, ad tech, media companies and brand marketing divisions where people most want to work. For the third year in a row, Wavemaker US’s commitment to creating an inclusive culture advanced by the input of their employees set them apart.

“It’s easy to focus on the negatives of 2020, but each crisis reinforced why culture matters.” said Amanda Richman, Wavemaker US CEO. “Transparent communication, genuine care for our clients and each other, and the optimism to always find a better way defines our culture and our year.”

Wavemaker US’s continued commitment to offer employees ways to stay connected and feel valued through empowerment training, new platforms and executive transparency was what earned them a spot on this year’s list.

“Culture is not something we can manufacture but it does need to be nurtured,” said Kristen Metzger, US Chief Talent Officer. “Our culture was built by our employees who are committed to the agency, our clients and their colleagues. We do a lot of listening to ensure that we’re providing the support and growth opportunities they seek – and despite being apart, people leaned in. It was special to see and be a part of”.

About Wavemaker

We believe there always is a better way to grow. We positively provoke growth for our clients by reshaping consumer decision-making and experiences through media, content and technology. The Wavemaker way is globally consistent. Fueled by the world’s most powerful consumer data, we understand where and how marketing can intervene decisively to help brands win more sales. Our 7,200 people across 90 markets have the deep knowledge, confidence and courage to provoke growth for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses.

We are a part of GroupM, WPP’s global media investment management company. Discover more on wavemakerglobal.com, Twitter and LinkedIn.

About Ad Age

Created in 1930 to cover a burgeoning industry with objectivity, accuracy and fairness, Ad Age continues to be powered by award-winning journalism. Today, Ad Age is a global media brand focusing on curated creativity, data and analysis, people and culture, and innovation and forecasting.

From vital print editions to must-attend events and innovative platform offerings, Ad Age’s industry-leading content include the coveted A-List & Creativity Awards, the Ad Age Next conference series and proprietary data including the Leading National Advertisers Report from the Ad Age Datacenter.

Press contact

Theodore King
[email protected]
201-927-6357

 



Brookdale Reports December 2020 Occupancy

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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) reported today its consolidated occupancy for December 2020.

Observations:

  • As expected, the sequential rate of occupancy decline moderated in the fourth quarter.
  • While a significant number of states are seeing a resurgence in COVID-19 cases, 89% of Brookdale’s communities were open for move-ins on December 31, 2020, reflecting the company’s strong infection control protocols and use of testing.
  • As of today, around 90% of our communities have either successfully completed or are currently scheduled for initial COVID-19 vaccine clinics, with more clinics being scheduled daily.
  • For the fourth quarter 2020, we expect* to recognize approximately $78 million from government grant programs and approximately $30 million of COVID-related expenses.
  • We expect to continue to publish monthly occupancy until we return to providing financial guidance, at which point we would expect to return to our historical reporting practices.

* This preliminary financial information is based on management’s estimates derived from the information available at this time and is subject to revision upon finalization of the Company’s financial reporting procedures. Such information may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.


About Brookdale Senior Living

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. is the leading operator of senior living communities throughout the United States. The Company is committed to providing senior living solutions primarily within properties that are designed, purpose-built and operated to provide the highest-quality service, care and living accommodations for residents. Brookdale operates and manages independent living, assisted living, memory care and continuing care retirement communities, with 726 communities in 43 states and the ability to serve approximately 64,000 residents as of December 31, 2020. The Company also offers a range of home health, hospice and outpatient therapy services to over 17,000 patients as of that date. Brookdale’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BKD.

 

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Walmart Announces Creation of New Fintech Startup

Walmart Announces Creation of New Fintech Startup

Partners with industry leader Ribbit Capital to offer next generation digital financial products

BENTONVILLE, Ark.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Today, Walmart announced the creation of a new fintech startup designed to develop and offer modern, innovative and affordable financial solutions. The new company is a strategic partnership with leading fintech investment firm Ribbit Capital. The venture will bring together Walmart’s retail knowledge and scale with Ribbit’s fintech expertise to deliver tech-driven financial experiences tailored to Walmart’s customers and associates.

“For years, millions of customers have put their trust in Walmart to not only save them money when they shop with us but help them manage their financial needs. And they’ve made it clear they want more from us in the financial services arena,” said John Furner, President and CEO, Walmart US. “We’re thrilled to work with Ribbit Capital in a new venture to help us deliver innovative and needed options to our customers and associates – with speed and at scale.”

The company will be majority-owned by Walmart. Its board will include John Furner, President and CEO, Walmart US; Brett Biggs, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Walmart; and Meyer Malka, Managing Partner of Ribbit Capital. The company plans to add independent industry experts to the board and to build a management team of experienced fintech leaders. It anticipates that growth may come through partnerships and acquisitions with leading fintech companies.

Ribbit Capital is a global investment firm with a mission to change the world of finance. Founded in 2012, Ribbit’s mandate is to invest in the best entrepreneurs and businesses disrupting financial services. Its current portfolio includes no-fee mobile investment platform Robinhood; consumer technology platform Credit Karma; and Affirm, which provides innovative payment options for customers.

“Walmart has a relationship with millions of customers and associates built on trust, security and integrity,” said Meyer Malka, Managing Partner, Ribbit Capital. “When we combine our deep knowledge of technology-driven financial businesses and our ability to move with speed with Walmart’s mission and reach, we can create and deliver financial offerings that are second to none.”

Walmart will continue to serve customers through its existing financial services and partnerships with a number of third parties, including Walmart Credit Card, Walmart Money Card, check cashing, money transfers, installment financing and more.

About Walmart

Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) helps people around the world save money and live better – anytime and anywhere – in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, over 265 million customers and members visit approximately 11,400 stores under 55 banners in 26 countries and eCommerce websites. With fiscal year 2020 revenue of $524 billion, Walmart employs over 2.2 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting https://corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at https://facebook.com/walmart and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/walmart.

Molly Blakeman

1-800-331-0085

news.walmart.com/reporter

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