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Foresters Financial maintains its “A” (Excellent) A.M. Best and “A” DBRS Financial Strength ratings

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A.M. Best and Morningstar DBRS affirm Foresters financial strength ratings

TORONTO, Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Foresters Financial™ (Foresters), a leading global life insurer committed to empowering its members and their families to do more of the good they want to do, today announced that independent rating agency A.M. Best Company has affirmed The Independent Order of Foresters (IOF) Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of “A” (Excellent) with a stable outlook. A.M. Best Company also affirmed an issuer credit rating (ICR) of “a+” for the entity. Foresters Financial has maintained an Excellent A.M. Best financial strength rating for 24 consecutive years1. Foresters Financial is the trade name for The Independent Order of Foresters (IOF).

In addition, Morningstar DBRS also confirmed the FSR and Issuer rating of IOF at “A” and its Subordinated Debt rating at A (low) with a stable trend2.

“The strong ratings from A.M. Best and Morningstar DBRS highlight the strong financial foundation at Foresters and the ability of Foresters to fulfill its obligations to our members,” stated Alvin Sharma, Global Chief Financial Officer of Foresters Financial. “We are proud to have continued to sustain an Excellent rating from A.M. Best for 24 straight years, reflective of the financial stability of the organization.”

Foresters had total assets of US $12.8 billion and a surplus of US $1.5 billion as of December 31, 2023, with 2.6 million certificates and contracts that are active or “in force” 3,4. Foresters solvency ratios are well above local requirements in all jurisdictions in which it operates.

For more information about A.M. Best Company’s ratings, visit ambest.com.

For more information about  Morningstar DBRS ratings, visit dbrsmorningstar.com.

About Foresters Financial

Financial security and living your purpose

Foresters Financial has helped people protect their family’s financial future for 150 years. But we’ve also gone beyond that, giving our members opportunities to do more for their health, communities and the causes they care about most. Foresters is an intrinsically purpose-driven organization working to enrich family and community well-being. Alongside offering life insurance in the US and Canada and life insurance and savings solutions in the UK, Foresters partners with members to help them do more of the good they want to do.

We’ve been a dedicated group of community builders since 1874 and today, sustainability, environmental consciousness and social responsibility are central to delivering our purpose. That commitment has continually led us to provide meaningful lifelong benefits5 to our members, like Foresters Care™ grants that bring communities together, Competitive Scholarships6 to help create a brighter future for young leaders and others that support a world where more good happens. Together, we’re making a difference while inspiring others and new generations to give back. Foresters Financial is the trade name for The Independent Order of Foresters, the oldest non-denominational fraternal benefit society. For 24 straight years, The Independent Order of Foresters has received an “A” (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best.

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The A.M. Best rating assigned on September 6, 2024, reflects the overall strength and claims-paying ability of The Independent Order of Foresters (IOF) but does not apply to the performance of any non-IOF-issued products. An “A” (Excellent) rating is assigned to companies that have a strong ability to meet their ongoing obligations to policyholders and have, on balance, excellent balance sheet strength, operating performance, and business profile when compared to the standards established by A.M. Best Company. A.M. Best assigns ratings from A++ to F; A++, and A+ being superior ratings and A and A- being excellent ratings. See ambest.com for our latest rating.

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Morningstar DBRS Confirms Credit Ratings on The Independent Order of Foresters at “A”; Trends Remain Stable, July 9, 2024.

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 This surplus represents excess funds above the amount required as legal reserves for insurance and annuity certificates in force and provides additional assurances to our members for our long-term financial strength.

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All figures are presented in USD. The figures are based on consolidated financial results prepared in Canadian dollars as at December 31, 2023, with assets and liabilities converted into USD using the spot exchange rate of 1.3243. Refer to the IOF Consolidated Financial Statements for further information. Financial strength refers to the overall health of The Independent Order of Foresters. It does not refer to nor represent the performance of any particular investment or insurance product. All investing involves risk, including the risk that you can lose money.

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Foresters Financial member benefits are non-contractual, subject to benefit-specific eligibility requirements, definitions, and limitations, and may be changed or canceled without notice or are no longer available.

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The Competitive Scholarship benefit is administered by International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS).

Foresters Financial, Foresters, Foresters Care, Foresters Moments, Foresters Renew, Foresters Member Discounts, Foresters Go, the Foresters Go logo and Helping Is Who We Are are trade names and trademarks of The Independent Order of Foresters (a fraternal benefit society, 789 Don Mills Rd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M3C 1T9) and its subsidiaries.

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HTX Launches “$HTX Frenzy” with $100,000 Prize Pool and Apple Device Giveaways

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PANAMA CITY, Panama, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HTX, a leading global digital asset exchange, recently launched the “$HTX Frenzy” campaign, offering a total prize pool of 100,000 USDT plus Apple device rewards. The campaign runs from April 24, 10:00 to May 15, 10:00 (UTC) and spans four participation tracks: $HTX holdings airdrop, spot trading competition, grid trading challenge, and flexible earn.

Details: https://www.htx.com/en-us/mars/web/activity-center?callId=177699796735259

$HTX Holdings Airdrop: Hold More, Win More

Users who register and maintain a qualifying average $HTX balance during the campaign period will unlock airdrop eligibility. Rewards include spot trading fee rebate vouchers, grid trading experience funds, and random USDT airdrops. Higher-tier holders gain access to limited Apple device draws — including 100 AirPods Pro 3 units and 50 Apple Watch Ultra 3 units (distributed as equivalent USDT).

Spot Trading Competition: Top Prize of 5,000 USDT

Users trading the $HTX/USDT spot pair compete for a share of the 20,000 USDT prize pool, ranked by cumulative trading volume. The top trader takes home 5,000 USDT, with additional rewards for the top 10 finishers. All other participants share the remaining pool proportionally by trading volume.

Grid Trading Challenge: Share a $10,000 $HTX Prize Pool

Users who create a $HTX/USDT spot grid strategy meeting the minimum investment and runtime requirements will share a $10,000 worth of $HTX tokens, distributed by trading volume contribution. First-time grid traders receive an additional USDT spot grid trial bonus after the campaign ends.

Flexible Earn: APY Boosted, Withdraw Anytime

Users who subscribe now to $HTX Flexible Earn will receive a 4% annual yield for the duration of the campaign. The product supports instant deposits and withdrawals, making it a straightforward option for holders looking to earn on idle assets without locking up funds.

The “$HTX Frenzy” campaign brings together four distinct participation modes — passive holding, active trading, quantitative strategies, and yield generation — under a single $HTX-centered framework. HTX will continue building out incentive structures around the $HTX token, creating more ways for holders and active traders to engage with the ecosystem.

About HTX

Founded in 2013, HTX (formerly Huobi) has evolved from a virtual asset exchange into a comprehensive ecosystem of blockchain businesses that span digital asset trading, financial derivatives, research, investments, incubation, and other businesses.

As a world-leading gateway to Web3, HTX harbors global capabilities that enable it to provide users with safe and reliable services. Adhering to the growth strategy of “Global Expansion, Thriving Ecosystem, Wealth Effect, Security & Compliance,” HTX is dedicated to providing quality services and values to virtual asset enthusiasts worldwide.

To learn more about HTX, please visit https://www.htx.com/ or HTX Square, and follow HTX on X, Telegram, and Discord.

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Thunes Deputy CEO Chloé Mayenobe Honoured with Inspiration Award by Women in Payments EU & UK

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LONDON, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, is proud to announce that Chloé Mayenobe, Deputy CEO at Thunes, has been named the winner of the Inspiration category at the 2026 Women in Payments EU & UK Awards.

 

 

The prestigious award was presented during the Women in Payments Awards ceremony in London on April 28, recognising women who drive impact, lead with vision, and shape the future of the global payments ecosystem.

The Inspiration Award celebrates leaders who motivate others through thought leadership and a commitment to the industry. In her acceptance speech, Chloé emphasised that while infrastructure and interoperability are rarely the first words associated with inspiration, they serve as the ultimate equaliser in the modern financial world.

Chloé Mayenobe, Deputy CEO of Thunes, said: “I’m honoured to receive this Inspiration Award, but the true inspiration is the mission I lead at Thunes. We are challenging the status quo of global payments, proving that no market is out of reach. By connecting fragmented ecosystems, we go beyond moving money, we’re inspiring a world where location no longer dictates a business’s potential and access to financial services. I am grateful to every single person who has supported me along the way for this award, and above all, to our team of Thunesters who rally behind our mission and serve as my inspiration every day.”

About Thunes:

Thunes is the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world. Thunes’ proprietary Direct Global Network allows Members to make payments in real-time in over 140 countries and more than 90 currencies. Thunes’ Network connects directly to over 12 billion mobile wallets, stablecoin wallets and bank accounts worldwide, as well as 15 billion cards via more than 220 different payment methods, such as GCash, M-Pesa, Airtel, MTN, Orange, JazzCash, Easypaisa, AliPay, WeChat Pay HK and many more. Thunes’ Direct Global Network differentiates itself through its worldwide reach, in-house SmartX Treasury System and Fortress Compliance Platform, ensuring Members of the Network receive unrivaled speed, control, visibility, protection, and cost efficiencies when making real-time payments, globally. Members of Thunes’ Direct Global Network include gig economy giants like Uber and Deliveroo, super-apps like Grab and WeChat, MTOs, fintechs, PSPs and banks. Headquartered in Singapore, Thunes has offices in 14 locations, including Atlanta, Barcelona, Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, London, Manila, Nairobi, Paris, Riyadh, San Francisco and Shanghai. For more information, visit: https://www.thunes.com/

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Nominations Open for Platts Global Energy Awards 2026

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Call for nominations across range of 19 categories celebrating industry excellence,
innovation and impact

NEW YORK, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&P Global Energy, the leading independent provider of information, data, analysis, benchmark prices and workflow solutions for the commodities, energy expansion and energy transition markets, today announced the call for nominations for the Platts Global Energy Awards program, now in its 28th year. Nominations will close on July 1, 2026, and finalists will be announced on the Awards website on September 1, 2026.

“We are proud to open nominations to recognize excellence in energy through our 2026 Platts Global Energy Awards that spotlight exemplary leadership across companies, initiatives and individual performance that advance energy security, resilience in decarbonization progress, technology, community impact and more,” said Lyn Tattum, Vice President, Head of Conferences, Training & Strategic Media, S&P Global Energy. “Steering a course for the energy of the future is no small feat amid ongoing transformation, surging AI-driven energy demand, and an increasingly complex global environment”.

Often described as “the Oscars of the energy industry,” the Platts Global Energy Awards program recognizes corporate and individual innovation, leadership, and exemplary performance across a range of 19 categories. The categories include Upstream, Midstream, Downstream, Liquefied Natural Gas, Power, Chemicals, Finance as well as corporate awards such as Infrastructure Project of the Year, Energy Deal of the Year, Energy Company of the Year and also personal awards for Rising Star Individual, Lifetime Achievement, Chief Executive of the Year, and more.

The judging process will rely on the expertise of an impartial panel of international energy experts whose background and experience include regulation, policymaking, corporate leadership, trading, and strategic consulting. The judges evaluate the finalists based on the criteria listed for each category, taking into consideration, where appropriate, company profiles and financial performance in the designated timeframe. The winners are then selected by the independent panel of judges and will be announced at a black-tie awards ceremony on December 3, 2026 in New York City. Neither S&P Global Energy nor its event sponsors submit votes or select winners.

For information on event sponsorships, contact Oliver Sawyer or Ashley Matthews Greenleaf at: oliver.sawyer@spglobal.com or telephone 07483922681, and ashley.greenleaf@spglobal.com or telephone +1 346-651-8174, respectively.  

Access the full list of nomination categories and event details at the Platts Global Energy Awards website

Media Contacts    
Americas/EMEA: Kathleen Tanzy +1 917-331-4607, kathleen.tanzy@spglobal.com   
Asia/EMEA: Melissa Tan +65-81897569, melissa.tan@spglobal.com

About S&P Global Energy
At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for pricing and news; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy

 

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