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THE IAMS™ BRAND LAUNCHES ONLINE KITTEN AND PUPPY HUBS TO EMPOWER PET PARENTS IN CANADA WITH EXPERT INFORMATION

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2 years ago

July 4, 2024

Online tool provides science-backed resources and expert advice to give puppies and kittens a happy and healthy start

BOLTON, ON, July 4, 2024 /CNW/ – The IAMS™ brand, proudly part of the Mars family of brands, announced today the launch of the IAMS™ Puppy Hub and Kitten Hub, two online tools featuring expert knowledge and advice for new and soon-to-be pet parents. Each Hub will bring science-backed knowledge, advice, and reliable information to Canadians whether they are in the early stages of considering a new puppy or kitten, bringing one home, or watching them grow.

The launch of the Hubs come at the perfect time as more Canadians adopt puppies and kittens during spring and summer, according to data collected by the Animal Humane Societyi. New pet parents are also more likely to make common mistakes that can be avoided with early education. For example, research from VMSii shows over a third of pet parents feed puppies and kittens adult pet food before starting them on age-appropriate diet plans.

“The internet is often the first resource pet parents turn to when they need more information,” says Animesh Kumar, Marketing Director, Mars Pet Nutrition Canada.. “We wanted to provide an all-in-one, centralized space where pet parents could find reliable and credible information related to their new pet. This is another example of how the IAMS brand is going beyond nutrition to meet the evolving needs of today’s pet parent.”

The IAMS Puppy and Kitten Hubs focus on three areas:

Preparing for a puppy/kitten: From picking a breed for the household, to buying the right accessories, each Hub has expert tips to guide Canadians before they get a pet.

Bringing a puppy/kitten home: The Hubs educate and empower new pet parents to give them more confidence in their first year, including training and tracking health.

Watching a puppy/kitten grow: Each Hub provides age and breed-appropriate tips on topics such as nutrition and teething for a growing pet.

The IAMS Puppy and Kitten Hubs will continue to evolve. Features coming soon include a Dog Breed Selector, which recommends the right breed based on a questionnaire, the IAMS Food Finder which suggests IAMS products according to a pet’s unique needs, and PETconnect by IAMS™, a complimentary online chat that connects pet parents to licensed vet technicians or pet experts.

To celebrate the launch of the new IAMS Puppy and Kitten Hubs in Canada, the brand is also giving away complimentary IAMS Pet Shower Kits (while supplies last) to welcome the arrival of their puppy or kitten! Each kit includes “pawty” decorations, first-year essentials, and informational resources – everything a new or soon-to-be pet parent needs to host a welcoming party for a new puppy or kitten, while offering pet parent support as they embark on this new journey.

The IAMS Pet Shower Kit also includes a Wisdom Panel™ pet DNA test which delivers insights into breed mix, genetic health, physical traits and more. With over 20+ years of experience in genetic testing and chosen by 4+ million pet parents, Wisdom Panel gives pet parents the knowledge to provide the best care. The pet DNA tests can be ordered from www.wisdompanel.com and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, for a limited time.

To access the IAMS Puppy and Kitten Hubs click here and here.

For more information about the IAMS Pet Shower Kits, visit https://www.iams.ca/en-ca/iams-pet-shower-kits.

About the IAMS™ Brand

The IAMS™ brand is dedicated to helping dogs and cats live happy, healthy lives and believes high-quality nutrition truly makes a difference. IAMS is driven to create pet-specific nutritional solutions that are tailored across every life-stage, pet size and health need. Through years observing the behavior of dogs and cats, combined with research and dietary findings, the IAMS brand believes that the right diet can help pets support immunity, maintain muscle, and promote healthy digestion. IAMS products are made with high-quality ingredients and unique recipes that give your pet our best nutrition possible. When you choose IAMS dog or cat food, you’re choosing high-quality food that will help you see visible differences in your furry friend. For more information, visit IAMs.com

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i Animal Humane Society Adoption Stats, 2019-2023
ii VMS; Analysis of purchasing behavior of 54,000 puppies and kittens, 2019

SOURCE Mars Petcare

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Hexagon Interim Report 1 January – 31 March 2026

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48 minutes ago

April 23, 2026

STOCKHOLM, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ —

First quarter 2026

Continuing operations

Operating net sales of 963.8 (961.5) resulting in organic growth of 8%Net sales including acquired deferred revenue amounted to 963.6 MEUR (961.5)Adjusted gross earnings of 606.3 (619.1) resulting in a 62.9% (64.4) gross marginAdjusted operating earnings (EBIT1) of 251.3 MEUR (248.7) resulting in a 26.1% (25.9) EBIT1 marginAdjusted earnings per share of 6.7 Euro cent (6.5)Earnings per share of 58.4 Euro cent (5.0)Cash conversion of 77% (60)Recurring revenue of 289.9 MEUR (308.0), 6% organic growthOctave reported operating net sales of 327.2 MEUR (361.3) and adjusted operating margin of 25.2% (26.6)Adjusted earnings per share including discontinued operations of 9.1 (9.4)Earnings per share including discontinued operations of 59.9 Euro cent (7.0)

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Dragonpass Empowers Financial Institutions with End-to-End Loyalty Solutions at Money20/20 Asia

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48 minutes ago

April 23, 2026

BANGKOK, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dragonpass, a leading global travel and lifestyle platform, participated in Money20/20 Asia, showcasing its customer loyalty solutions for banks, payment providers, credit card issuers, and fintech companies across APAC and globally.

As one of the most influential fintech events worldwide, Money20/20 Asia gathers decision-makers across the financial ecosystem. At the event, Dragonpass demonstrated how financial institutions can enhance customer engagement and build long-term loyalty through integrated travel and lifestyle experiences.

Established in 2005, Dragonpass has evolved from a lounge provider into a loyalty solutions partner, serving more than 800 global clients and over 40 million members worldwide.

At the core of Dragonpass is a business structure that combines global supply aggregation, a technology-enabled engagement platform, and consumer-facing lifestyle services — providing a one-stop solution across the customer lifecycle.

Leveraging data-driven insights, Dragonpass enables partners to design and optimise loyalty programs, incorporating customer segmentation and tiered incentive structures, alongside curated campaigns and entitlement configuration — driving more effective customer activation, engagement, and retention.

Its offering includes a broad portfolio of travel and lifestyle benefits such as airport lounge access, fast-track, dining, airport transfers, and lifestyle experiences. These are supported by flexible delivery models, including API integration, white-label solutions, and ready-to-deploy digital platforms, enabling seamless integration into clients’ customer journeys.

As customer expectations evolve, the industry is shifting from standardized benefits to more personalized, experience-led loyalty models. Insights from Dragonpass’s Loyalty Index show that customers increasingly value trust, rewards, simplicity, recognition, and exclusivity, with preferences varying across markets.

“Financial institutions today are looking for more effective ways to engage customers beyond traditional rewards,” said Jane Zhu, Co-founder and CEO of Dragonpass. “User engagement is at the core of loyalty, and technology — especially AI — plays a key role in enabling deeper and more relevant customer connections.”

Dragonpass works with leading global brands including Mastercard, Visa, HSBC, and Revolut, supporting them deliver differentiated value propositions and enhance customer engagement through scalable, customizable solutions.

Through its participation at Money20/20 Asia, Dragonpass aims to strengthen its presence in the APAC market and build strategic partnerships with organizations seeking to elevate their customer engagement strategies.

About Dragonpass

Dragonpass is a global travel and lifestyle platform providing premium airport and travel experiences across 140+ countries. By integrating global supply and technology, Dragonpass enables partners to deliver seamless, personalized experiences and drive customer loyalty.

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Email: brandmarketing@dragonpass.com
Website: www.dragonpass.com

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SBI Life Insurance registers New Business Premium of ₹42,551 crores for the year ended on 31st March, 2026

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April 23, 2026

MUMBAI, India, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SBI Life Insurance, one of the leading life insurers in the country registered a New Business Premium of ₹42,551 crores for the year ended on 31st March, 2026 vis-a-vis ₹35,577 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2025. Single premium has increased by 28% over the year ended on 31st March, 2025.

Establishing a clear focus on protection, SBI Life’s protection new business premium stood at ₹4,622 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2026, marking a growth of 13%. Protection Individual new business premium registered a growth of 23% and stood at ₹973 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2026. Individual New Business Premium stands at ₹29,783 crores with 13% growth over the year ended on 31st March, 2025.

SBI Life’s profit after tax stands at ₹2,470 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2026 with a growth of 2% over the year ended on 31st March, 2025.

The company’s solvency ratio continues to remain robust at 1.90 as on 31st March, 2026 as against the regulatory requirement of 1.50.

SBI Life’s AUM also continued to grow at 9% to ₹4,87,163 crores as on 31st March, 2026 from ₹4,48,039 crores as on 31st March, 2025, with the debt-equity mix of 62:38. 94% of the debt investments are in AAA and Sovereign instruments.

The company has a diversified distribution network of 3,58,506 trained insurance professionals and wide presence with 1,230 offices across the country, comprising of strong bancassurance channel, agency channel and others comprising of corporate agents, brokers, Point of Sale Persons (POS), insurance marketing firms, web aggregators and direct business.

Performance for the year ended March 31, 2026

Private Market leadership in Individual New Business Premium and Individual Rated Premium with market share of 25.5% & 22.9% respectively.Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) stands at ₹ 24,266 crores with growth of 13%Individual New Business Sum Assured stands at ₹ 4,46,337 crores with 61% growthImprovement in 13M & 49M persistency by 53 bps & 107 bps respectivelyValue of New Business (VoNB) stands at ₹ 6,667 crores with growth of 12%VoNB Margin stands at 27.5%Indian Embedded value (IEV) stands at ₹ 80,791 crores with 15% growthProfit After Tax (PAT) stands at ₹ 2,470 crores with 2% growthOperating Return on Embedded Value stands at 19.7% Assets under Management stands at ₹ 4,87,163 crores with 9% growthRobust Solvency ratio of 1.90

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