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Black America Web
6 days ago
- Business
- Black America Web
4 HBCUs Come Together To Launch Groundbreaking Digital Learning Platform
Source: AntonioGuillem / Getty The HBCU community is celebrating a major milestone with the launch of the eHBCU Consortium Portal, a groundbreaking digital learning initiative led by Delaware State University, Southern University and A&M College, Alabama State University, and Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design (PLC) in Detroit, the first design-focused HBCU in the U.S. The innovative platform offers a flexible and inclusive online learning experience, providing over 33 degree and certificate programs designed to support diverse learners. It features academically rigorous coursework that reflects the historic excellence and unique teaching approaches of HBCUs, along with mentorship and career preparation led by accomplished HBCU alumni and faculty. In addition to academics, the portal fosters a vibrant virtual community that encourages connection, networking, and lifelong relationships. Open to everyone—current HBCU students, alumni, and even individuals who have never attended an HBCU—the portal launches with these four founding institutions but aims to grow and extend its impact across the broader HBCU landscape and beyond. During an interview with NewsOne over Zoom, PLC President D'Wayne Edwards shared that the idea for the eHBCU Consortium Portal sparked in 2020 when the world shut down from COVID-19. 'HBCU students were probably the most affected because the schools weren't prepared to transition from in person to virtual learning,' he explained. 'So, Delaware State's Dr. Tony Allen and Chancellor John K. Pierre at Southern, myself here in Detroit, we really felt like there [was] an opportunity to make a historic statement, and that historic statement is the ability for four HBCUs—all doing different things in all different parts of the country—to actually come together and collaborate on creating virtual programming that allowed students to curate their educational journey.' Source: President D'Wayne Edwards of Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design (PLC). According to President Edwards, PLC students will gain access to a wide range of courses focused on creative career development through the eHBCU Consortium Portal, equipping them with the skills needed to harness their creative talents in ways that open doors to future employment opportunities. In addition to coursework, each program will provide both individual and group mentoring, along with essential coaching from industry professionals in their respective creative fields. These mentors will not only guide students academically but also help them to develop the social and professional skills critical for thriving in their careers. Students will explore everything from building a strong personal brand to managing their digital presence, learning how to present themselves on social media and the skills needed to market their creative talents. They'll also learn how to create personal websites, with extra attention on the small but significant details—like establishing a unique domain name—that are often overlooked. These details are critical and shape how they are going to be perceived in both creative and professional spaces, said President Edwards. 'Talent and the knowledge is definitely one element, but being a professional, how to carry yourself, how to present yourself, how to network—those types of things you don't always necessarily get or retain when you go to college, because you don't realize how important they are until you get off into the real world. We want to bring those things to the forefront. You need the skills and the knowledge, but you also need professionalism and interpersonal skills to survive.' President Edwards added that he's committed to showing students that it's possible to build a successful and financially rewarding career in the creative industries. With over 36 years of experience in fashion and design—including 30 years as a designer at the Jordan Brand—he brings real-world insight and inspiration to the classroom. The HBCU leader achieved a major personal milestone by opening JEMS, the first Black-owned footwear factory in the United States, further proving that creative passion and business success can go hand in hand. 'Even though artists have become much better business people over the years, people still don't think you can have a career in creative fields. So, what we want to show at PLC Detroit is [that] we have the ability to be amazing creatives with amazing long careers. I'm going on 37 years myself as a designer, and our instructors are all industry veterans as well, at a high level for multiple decades.' The eHBCU Consortium Portal is open now and scholarship opportunities are available. Visit the website here. SEE MORE: HBCU Football Icons Endorse VP Harris HBCU Enrollment Surges After Affirmative Action's Demise SEE ALSO 4 HBCUs Come Together To Launch Groundbreaking Digital Learning Platform was originally published on
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Diversified Energy Company PLC (DEC) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider
Diversified Energy Company PLC (DEC) ended the recent trading session at $15.22, demonstrating a +2.35% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's change was more than the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.11%. Elsewhere, the Dow gained 1.19%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq added 1.43%. Prior to today's trading, shares of the gas and oil production company had gained 5.76% outpaced the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 5.39% and the S&P 500's gain of 3.92%. Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Diversified Energy Company PLC in its upcoming release. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of $1.99 per share and revenue of $1.65 billion, which would represent changes of +2.05% and +89.86%, respectively, from the prior year. Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Diversified Energy Company PLC. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. As a result, upbeat changes in estimates indicate analysts' favorable outlook on the business health and profitability. Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system. The Zacks Rank system, which varies between #1 (Strong Buy) and #5 (Strong Sell), carries an impressive track record of exceeding expectations, confirmed by external audits, with stocks at #1 delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has remained unchanged. Diversified Energy Company PLC currently has a Zacks Rank of #5 (Strong Sell). Looking at valuation, Diversified Energy Company PLC is presently trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 7.47. For comparison, its industry has an average Forward P/E of 19.43, which means Diversified Energy Company PLC is trading at a discount to the group. The Alternative Energy - Other industry is part of the Oils-Energy sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 159, placing it within the bottom 36% of over 250 industries. The strength of our individual industry groups is measured by the Zacks Industry Rank, which is calculated based on the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within these groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1. You can find more information on all of these metrics, and much more, on Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Diversified Energy Company PLC (DEC) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Sign in to access your portfolio
Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Mumbai Real Estate: Developers waive floor-rise premiums to attract buyers amid surging inventory
With housing sales moderating and unsold inventory piling up in the Mumbai real estate market, developers are increasingly adopting aggressive pricing strategies to lure fence-sitters. Mumbai real estate update: With housing sales moderating and unsold inventory piling up in Mumbai, developers are increasingly adopting aggressive pricing strategies to lure fence-sitters. (Picture for representational purposes only)(Mehul R Thakkar/HT) After experimenting with schemes such as 'Buy Now, Pay Later' and subvention plans, some developers are now scrapping the traditional floor-rise premium altogether and offering uniform pricing across all floors. The fierce competition in Mumbai's property market over the past three years has brought back the trend of 'No Floor Rise,' particularly in high-rise projects where supply is abundant. Even Grade A developers, facing intense pressure, have begun eliminating floor-rise charges to stay competitive. As a result, Grade B developers, who previously leveraged floor-rise pricing to boost revenues, are now reversing course, adjusting their marketing strategies in response to the oversupply and expanded choices available to buyers. In contrast, developers in Delhi-NCR continue to charge Preferential Location Charges (PLC) for upper-floor units. Buyers in the region often pay a premium for apartments on higher storeys, especially those offering views of landscaped greens or other desirable surroundings. Also Read: Are Mumbai real estate prices moderating, giving homebuyers more room to negotiate? What is floor rise? Several real estate developers in Mumbai typically charge an additional ₹ 100 to ₹ 500 per sq ft for higher floors, citing advantages such as better views and greater exclusivity. Developers say floor-rise premiums help offset the increased construction costs associated with building higher floors and are likely to remain a standard pricing component. 'Floor-rise charges are a premium that is here to stay, especially in a city like Mumbai. Not only do they help cover the higher construction costs of upper floors, but they also reinforce the status and exclusivity that many buyers associate with elevated living,' said Parthh K Mehta, CMD of Mumbai-based Paradigm Realty. 'However, offering 'No Floor Rise' is an effective promotional tool, attractive for homebuyers,' he said. "The reason this promotional tool has become the new trend of sorts is that it works, both for developers and homebuyers. We have experimented with the 'No Floor Rise' offer in two of our projects in Mumbai at Chembur and Borivali, and we saw a 25% boost in sales for the projects in a month, a noticeably higher impact compared to other recurring promotions," Mehta said. What is the 'Buy Now, Pay Later' scheme? Several Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) developers, including Rustomjee Group, Hiranandani Group, Raymond Realty, Arkade Developers, and Kalpataru, had earlier offered potential homebuyers flexible payment plans, also known as 'Buy Now, Pay Later.' A flexible payment plan allowed potential homebuyers to pay in instalments. Homebuyers paid only 10% or 20% initially, and the rest on possession. This payment plan gained popularity between 2015 and 2019 and was aimed at boosting homebuyer sentiment. However, a few developers in the Mumbai real estate market even permitted homebuyers to move into the apartment after depositing 20% of the cost. The remaining 80% had to be paid in equal instalments over the year from the date of getting possession. Also Read: Mumbai real estate market: Planning to sell a flat in an old building? Here's why it can be tough Is increased competition fuelling the 'No Floor Rise' trend? Developers say that intense competition in Mumbai's real estate market over the past three years has led to a trend of the 'No Floor Rise' pricing strategy. The real estate market in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) is extremely dynamic and quite competitive. To stand out from the competition and incentivise prospective homebuyers, developers offer time-bound, strategic deals. Anuj Goradia, director of Dosti Realty, said, 'For our Thane project, we introduced a limited-period 'No Floor Rise' campaign, which significantly boosted sales while still enabling us to maintain overall pricing.' Developers maintain that offers such as 'No Floor Rise' are being made despite strong demand in MMR. "Although the demand for residential real estate in Mumbai is still quite strong, measures such as these can inject vibrancy into a sales cycle, and help certain projects and developers to gain more visibility," Goradia said. Another marketing tactic? According to real estate consultants, the oversupply of high-rise inventory in Mumbai and intense competition, even among Grade A developers, have prompted many to eliminate floor-rise premiums. As a result, Grade B developers, who previously relied on floor-rise charges as a revenue enhancer, are now unable to sustain this pricing in a market flooded with options. In response, they are reversing their marketing strategies and adopting more buyer-friendly pricing models to stay competitive. 'Floor-rise premiums have become rare in Mumbai's Metropolitan Region (MMR) over the past two years, with only a few top-grade developers still able to charge extra for higher floors, and successfully so. However, due to high inventory levels and intense competition, many developers struggle to maintain these premiums. As a result, mid-tier (Grade B) developers, who commanded floor-rise premiums around three years ago before COVID, have largely lost this advantage in today's market,' said Ritesh Mehta, senior director and head (North and West), Residential Services and Developer Initiatives at JLL India. Homebuyers will always pay for the view While the elimination of floor-rise premiums is an emerging trend, developers agree that exceptional views continue to command a premium. In Mumbai's competitive market, apartments on higher floors with breathtaking vistas such as sea views, skyline panoramas, or unobstructed landscapes still attract higher prices compared to mid-level units. 'In a premium market like Bandra in Mumbai, our experience shows that homebuyers are willing to pay a significant premium for higher-floor apartments, especially when these units offer exceptional views such as sea-facing or panoramic sea views. The ability to command a floor-rise premium isn't uniform; it heavily depends on the quality of the view and the overall positioning of the project," said Sharan Babani, promoter of Satguru Builders, which has both sea-view and sea-facing projects in the Bandra area. "In projects where the location and orientation deliver truly outstanding vistas, the value appreciation on higher floors can be substantial. This is something developers and investors must assess carefully on a case-by-case basis," Babani said. Also Read: Mumbai real estate: Is an apartment overlooking the sea more expensive than a sea-view apartment? Read on to find out Mumbai real estate market registration dips Mumbai's real estate market saw property registrations fall by 4% in May 2025, with 11,565 properties registered compared to 12,000 in the same period last year, according to data from the Maharashtra Inspector General of Registration (IGR). However, stamp duty collections increased by 3% in May 2025, totalling ₹ 1,062 crores, compared to the ₹ 1,034 crores collected in May 2024. In terms of month-on-month comparison, April 2025 saw 13,080 properties registered, with stamp duty collections amounting to ₹ 1,115 crore. Residential property registrations continued to dominate in May 2025, accounting for 80% of all registrations in the Mumbai real estate market, according to Knight Frank India, a real estate consultancy firm.
The Hindu
20-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
3.5 lakh plantation workers still receive only ₹2 per day as DA
As many as 3.5 lakh permanent plantation workers in the State are not receiving adequate Dearness Allowance (DA), according to a Right to Information (RTI) response. The response was given to an RTI petition filed by Karim Ibrahim from Munnar, a plantation worker. According to the reply, there were 87 sections of workers included in the Minimum Wages Act, and only the plantation sector workers were receiving inadequate DA. The plantation workers are supposed to receive ₹87.40 per day as DA. 'However, now the plantation workers are receiving only ₹2 per day as DA whereas the average DA for the other 86 sectors is ₹87.40 per day,' said Mr. Ibrahim. 'For the past 50 years, the DA has not increased for the plantation sector,' he added. To President According to officials, the 3.5 lakh permanent workers from tea, coffee, cardamom, and rubber plantations are part of the plantation sector. 'We submitted a memorandum to the President of India demanding action to increase the DA, who then directed the State government to take steps for this. Based on the direction, the Labour Commissioner as well as the Minimum Wages Advisory Board recommended to raise the DA. However, the Plantation Labour Committee (PLC) meeting on May 15, 2024, decided against this,' he said. 'The PLC is not a statutory committee to make such a decision,' added Mr. Ibrahim. According to workers, the PLC is the final body to make a decision regarding the DA for the plantation sector. 'Representatives of government, Labour Commissioners, trade union leaders, and plantation owners were included in the PLC committee. However, even the trade unions did not advocate for DA raise for the plantation workers,' he said. Price index Sources said that the Economics and Statistics department calculates the DA for plantation workers using a price index. The documents secured from the State Statistics department showed that the basic point based on which the plantation workers' DA is calculated increased from 400 to 3,659 points in the past three decades. However, this was not reflected in the DA, according to sources. High Range Plantation Employees Union (INTUC) president Cyriac Thomas said that in every meeting, the INTUC demanded for a DA raise for the plantation workers in the State. 'We will continue the demand in the next PLC meeting as well,' said Mr. Thomas. The plantation workers are planning to move the Kerala High Court regarding the issue.
Miami Herald
18-06-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Head to Toe Healthcare Center Expands Shockwave Therapy Services
Head to Toe Healthcare is excited to announce that it is expanding its shockwave therapy services. TUCSON, AZ / ACCESS Newswire / June 17, 2025 / Head to Toe Healthcare, PLC, led by founder and medical director Dr. Alan Shih, has announced the expansion of its shockwave therapy services, bringing globally informed, non-invasive treatment options to more patients in Southern Arizona. This milestone comes on the heels of Dr. Shih's recent participation in the 25th World Congress of the International Society for Medical Shockwave Treatment, held in South Korea. There, he engaged with leading practitioners and researchers to deepen his understanding of the fast-evolving field of shockwave therapy and its growing potential across multiple areas of medicine. "Attending the World Congress was a reminder that the U.S. still has a lot of catching up to do in this space," said Dr. Shih. "In Europe and Asia, shockwave therapy is a standard option for many conditions. I'm committed to bringing those advancements here to Tucson, to evolve faster than the average and offer my patients the best care available." Shockwave therapy, originally developed as a derivative of lithotripsy (a treatment for kidney stones), uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing in musculoskeletal tissues. The treatment is completely non-invasive (the skin is not pierced) and has been shown to decrease scar tissue, improve microcirculation, and accelerate recovery times, often without the need for surgery. At Head to Toe Healthcare, Dr. Shih primarily utilizes shockwave therapy to treat chronic conditions such as Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis, but he is also pioneering its use in other challenging cases, including neuropathy, an area of his clinical expertise. One of the most appealing aspects of the treatment is its efficacy. When Dr. Shih recommends that his patients engage in the shockwave procedure, it takes roughly 10-15 minutes, once a week, over a span of four weeks in many cases. "Many report feeling significant relief even after the first treatment. Some have dealt with pain for years, and now they're walking out of here feeling better than they thought possible." According to a recent article by the Journal of the American Medical Association, it usually takes around 17 years for evidence to change practice within the medical field delay Dr. Shih finds unacceptable. "If we wait that long, we're doing our patients a disservice," he said. "My goal is to constantly evaluate what's working globally and bring it into practice today, not tomorrow." With this latest expansion, Dr. Shih and his team are actively pursuing additional applications of shockwave therapy and are focused on refining treatment protocols for neuropathy and other difficult-to-treat conditions. The healthcare center is also gathering ongoing patient feedback to better measure long-term outcomes and push the frontier of what's possible with the therapy. Dr. Shih's dedication to lifelong learning and innovation has earned him praise throughout Tucson's medical community, and his patients are feeling the results. "It's been astonishing to see our patients getting better after treating them with shockwave therapy," says Dr. Shih. "My patients are getting better at a much faster rate without the need for surgery. Some of the people I have treated have been suffering for years, and the use of shockwave has allowed them to feel much better, something they didn't think was possible." "It's been astonishing to see our patients getting better after treating them with shockwave therapy," said Dr. Shih. "We're seeing improvements that would typically take months, if not require surgery, happen within weeks. That's the kind of impact every doctor dreams of making." As Head to Toe Healthcare continues to grow its offerings, Dr. Shih remains focused on one mission: providing effective, evidence-based, and future-forward care for every patient who walks through the door. Media Contact : Dr Alan ShihEmail : hang10@(520) 545-0202 SOURCE: Dr Alan Shih
