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BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #GrowthCap--Berkshire Partners announces that Jon Nuger and John Nelson have been named to GrowthCap’s Top Software Investors of 2025 list.

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AXGN--AXGN Investors Have Opportunity to Join Axogen, Inc. Fraud Investigation with the Schall Law Firm

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, is pleased to announce the Firm has been named one of the Best Places to Work in San Diego by the San Diego Business Journal for the seventh consecutive year. “We’re honored to receive this prestigious award once again, as it reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering a workplace where our team members can thrive both professionally and personally,” said Ginny B. Kissling, President Americas and Chief Opera

PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vitable Health, the leading all-in-one health benefits platform redefining care for the American workforce, today announced the launch of its new ICHRA Quoting Tool. Built with brokers and partners in mind, the tool provides immediate, reliable, and accurate quotes that model Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) solutions, helping to determine if ICHRA is the right fit for a client. The ICHRA Quoting Tool enables brokers and partners to upl

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--6sense® named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Conversation Automation Solutions for B2B, Q4 2025.

PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CFG) today announced the redemption on November 3, 2025, of all of its outstanding 4.300% Fixed-Rate Subordinated Notes due December 3, 2025 (CUSIP No. 174610AK1) (the “Notes”). The redemption price for the Notes will be equal to 100% of principal amount of the Notes redeemed, plus any accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date of November 3, 2025. In accordance with the indenture governing the Note

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ISN, the global leader in contractor and supplier information management, introduced the redesigned Workers’ Compensation tool within ISNetworld®. Enhancements were developed to improve usability and data accessibility, providing Hiring Clients deeper insights into contractor safety performance trends and compliance. More than 330 ISN Hiring Clients access Canadian and Australian Workers’ Compensation information for 16,000+ contractors through ISNetworld. The updated W

BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Palm Peak Capital (“Palm Peak”), a private equity firm investing in lower-middle market industrial and services companies across North America, today announced that it has completed its second platform investment this year with the corporate carve-out acquisition of Domaille Engineering (“Domaille” or the “Company”), a leading provider of highly advanced equipment and related accessories used to manufacture pre-terminated fiber optic cables. Founded in 1990 an

LONDON & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LoopMe expands strategic advisory board to power agile innovation

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HSBC proudly announces that Racquel Oden has been named one of American Banker’s 2025 Most Powerful Women in Finance, a prestigious recognition that celebrates Racquel’s outstanding leadership, vision, and impact in shaping the future of the financial industry. As U.S. Head of International Wealth and Private Banking at HSBC, Racquel has demonstrated a commitment to supporting clients and innovation within the banking sector. With a career spanning three decades in fi

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wolters Kluwer ELM Solutions today announced the launch of new Matter Summary GenAI functionality for TyMetrix 360° powered by Expert AI. Corporate legal departments can support more strategic decision-making by leveraging Matter Summary AI to rapidly generate holistic single-matter summaries, line-item narratives, legal spend insights, and highlights of essential updates to their matter and invoice data. Brian Jorgenson, Vice President, Product Management at Wolters K

CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MIT Sloan CFO Summit, the nation's premier CFO conference, Thurs, Nov 20, 2025, with CFO keynotes including Arm, FedEx, Shopify, and Tapestry.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Huge, the independent design and technology company, has acquired Both&Yes, the creative studio credited with building next-generation digital and AI experiences for Alphabet companies Google and YouTube, as well as leading creative innovation for brands such as Robinhood, Harry’s, and Wild.xyz. The move accelerates Huge’s ability to develop future-ready intelligent experiences for the world’s most iconic brands. “This acquisition underscores Huge’s commitment to

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Moorstone, L.P. (“the Firm”), the commodities investment business of Anchorage Capital Advisors, L.P. (together with Anchorage Capital Group L.L.C., “Anchorage”), which currently operates as Anchorage Structured Commodities Advisor, L.P., today announced that it will begin operating as an independent Registered Investment Advisor beginning in the first quarter of 2026. This reflects the growth and evolution of the business as a dedicated commodities investment platfor

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MERGE, a leading marketing and technology agency, is pleased to welcome Cait Vlastakis Smith as Executive Vice President of Creative Strategy. Cait joins MERGE from Meta, where she led content and UX teams building growth, and privacy and safety features for Facebook, Messenger and Instagram. Her expertise includes data-driven content strategy, design systems, and scaling experiences for global audiences in regulated markets. “In the age of AI, we need to elevate creat

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #B2BWebsites--Huemor Designs LLC, a globally recognized web design agency, is giving back by donating a custom website design valued at up to $100,000 to one company or non-profit organization that’s making a positive impact. The goal? To equip one standout brand with a website that builds credibility, converts visitors, and supports long-term growth. “Poor digital experiences hold back a lot of great companies,” said Jeff Gapinski, Co-Founder and CMO of Huemor. “They’ve built so

GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $GOFOX #alternativeinvesting--The Pursuit Asset-Based Income Fund (GOFOX) is an interval fund focused on niche asset-based lending, a new opportunity in the private credit market.

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Inflation is reshaping U.S. spending patterns and forcing households to rethink how they manage everyday expenses according to a new survey from TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank. Nearly 90% of respondents cited that rising prices have affected their spending. When asked to select the single action that best describes how they are adjusting, nearly one-third (29%) of consumers reported pulling back on nonessential purchases, while about one in five (19

While often difficult to understand, company healthcare costs can sometimes become a source of tax reduction. Here is some information to help you understand when you can and cannot deduct health care premiums and medical expenses.

It is best to consult a professional advisor to determine how your particular situation can be best integrated into your tax regimen. 

Health care costs can be substantial, but it is possible to find some relief in the tax code. Insurance premiums and many medical expenses may be tax-deductible, provided they meet certain criteria.  Managing your health expenses can help you reach your company’s financial goals. 

Here are some things to know about health insurance and taxes:   

When health insurance premiums are tax-deductible 

While most individuals are not eligible to deduct health insurance premiums from their taxes, there are some circumstances to be aware of if you pay for premiums with after-tax dollars. For small business owners or self-employed individuals, there may be different rules that apply. For example, self-employed individuals can often deduct their health insurance premiums directly from their taxable income without having to itemize deductions, provided they report a net profit for the year and are not eligible for any other employer-subsidized health plans. 

• If you get insurance in the Health Insurance Marketplace:You can deduct the full cost of your health care premiums from your taxable income, even if you do not itemize your taxes. However, there are two exceptions to this rule: 
  •  If you can get health coverage through a spouse’s plan but choose to go through the health insurance marketplace instead, you are not allowed to deduct the premiums from your taxable income.
  •  If you do qualify for a premium deduction, any discounts or tax credits you receive through the public marketplace reduce the amount you can deduct from your taxes. 
• If you have health insurance through an employer-sponsored plan: While you cannot deduct your monthly premiums, you can deduct out-of-pocket premiums, provided you do not use an HSA to cover those costs. This applies only if you itemize deductions and if your total medical expenses exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income for the year. For most people, the amount they pay for their premiums does not meet that threshold.
• If you have health insurance through COBRA: Because you pay the premiums for insurance obtained under COBRA out of your own pocket, these health insurance premiums are also tax-deductible. As with employer-sponsored insurance, however, you can only claim the deduction if you itemize, and only if your total medical expenses exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income for the year. If you use HSA funds to pay for COBRA premiums or expenses, these are also not eligible for a deduction. 

Tax benefits of an HSA 

HSAs are the only investment vehicle that offers a triple tax advantage: contributions are tax-deductible, growth is tax-deferred, and withdrawals are tax-free, if they are used on qualified medical expenses. 

Key tax benefits include: 

• Any contributions made by you (or someone other than your employer) are fully deductible from your federal income taxes, even if you do not itemize your deductions. 
• Any contributions to an HSA made by your employer — including contributions made through a cafeteria plan — will be excluded from your taxable income. 
• The interest or other earnings on the assets in the account are tax-free, as are distributions, provided they go to pay for qualified medical expenses. 

Because you own your HSA, and because there are no required minimum distributions (RMDs), your account can continue spend the funds.to grow tax-free until you choose to spend the funds. 

A couple of notes: I was an early pioneer and advocate of HSAs at a time when there were 144,000 rollover medical savings accounts (MSAs); today, there are over 38 million accounts in the U.S. You must have a qualified high-deductible insurance plan before you set-up and contribute to an HSA. As a small business owner, you can offer HSAs to your employees by partnering with a provider that specializes in managing these accounts and integrating them into your benefits package. This can be a valuable addition to your overall compensation strategy. 

When you can deduct medical expenses 

Many medical expenses are deductible; however, to be eligible to claim the deduction, you will need to both itemize your taxes and spend a significant portion of your income on health care costs. Plus, you will need to have paid these medical expenses out of pocket (after-tax), not through an HSA (pre-tax). 

To qualify for the medical deduction, your unreimbursed medical and/or dental expenses need to exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) for the year, and you can only deduct those expenses that exceed the 7.5%. 

Generally, most Americans do not meet this 7.5% threshold. However, if you have had a significant health event, a chronic health condition, or a condition with unusually high medical needs, it is worth exploring whether you qualify for this deduction. 

Deductible medical expenses include, but are not limited to: 

• Preventive care 
• Mental health services 
• Dental and vision insurance premiums 
• Long-term care insurance premiums 
• Travel and lodging for medical appointments in certain circumstances 

Please see the IRS Publication 502 for a list of all medical expenses that qualify. Common deductible expenses for small business owners include premiums for dental and vision insurance, long-term care insurance, and preventive care services. It is important to note that deductibility may depend on meeting specific criteria, such as the 7.5% of AGI rule. 

Timing is important to keep in mind: To deduct these expenses, it is important to know when the medical bill is paid, not when the medical procedure or service was performed. For example, if you undergo surgery in this year, 2025 but do not pay the bill until the beginning of 2026, those expenses will be eligible for deduction in the 2026 tax year, not 2025. 

Further “bunching or grouping” itemizable medical deductions with a single year may yield a bigger tax benefit. While many medical events cannot be planned ahead of time, certain elective procedures can be. If you are expecting higher spending on medical expenses, consider timing procedures and paying the bill, within a single tax year. It may allow you to obtain maximum impact by itemizing your deductible expenses in certain years, while in other years, taking the standard deduction. 

Above are some thoughts for understanding the tax implications of your health care spending, as it is a key element of your overall financial strategy. To take immediate action, consider these next steps: review this year’s medical expenses to identify opportunities for deductions, and evaluate whether you can meet the 7.5% adjusted gross income threshold for medical expense deductions when you file this year’s tax forms. Additionally, consult a tax advisor to explore group plans or the feasibility of timing elective procedures within a single tax year to maximize deductions. For further insights, it is always beneficial to consult a financial and/or tax expert. 

ATLANTA & BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Resurgens Technology Partners, a software-focused private equity firm, today announced the sale of its portfolio company Verity to TMX Group. The acquisition enhances TMX Group's client offering, strengthening its position in delivering global investment-grade data, insights, and investment workflow tools across equities, fixed income, and private assets. Verity provides research management software along with enhanced data and analytics to more than 300 insti