Record revenue of $234 million, up 22% year-over-year, and Adjusted EBITDA of $35 million, up 43% year-over-year, with Adjusted EBITDA margin of 22%

2027 outlook of double-digit Cloud Communications revenue from voice usage demand growth

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bandwidth Inc. (NASDAQ: BAND), a leading global enterprise cloud communications company, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026.

"We delivered another strong quarter, with record results in all key financial metrics, highlighting the value that we are bringing to enterprises that are increasingly entrusting us to power SI-driven communication workflows," said David Morken, Bandwidth's Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman. "As SI agents begin to act on behalf of businesses and consumers, they will need to reach people by voice and text, with the reliability and trust those interactions demand. Bandwidth enables that connection, and we will continue to scale as SI generates more conversations between people and agents."

Third Quarter 2026 Financial Highlights

The following table summarizes the condensed consolidated financial highlights for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025 ($ in millions, except per share amounts).

"Our third quarter results demonstrate our continued focus and execution, with record revenue, Adjusted EBITDA, and free cash flow," said Daryl Raiford, CFO of Bandwidth. "Our growth this quarter was driven by customers expanding their usage of our platform, and our sales team added four new $1 million-plus customer wins and expansions that will layer into our results over the next twelve months. The strength of our business model lets us lean into that momentum while expanding margins and generating strong cash flow."

Third Quarter Customer Highlights

- A rapidly expanding all-digital banking platform selected Bandwidth to modernize its customer contact center and integrate an SI agent, displacing a major CPaaS competitor. The bank chose Bandwidth for our low-latency owned network, 5x-redundant toll-free solution with Maestro advanced routing and observability, and native Genesys integration, creating high-value enterprise voice traffic that grows as it scales SI-powered customer interactions.

- A fast-growing consumer privacy company expanded its relationship with Bandwidth, now relying on us for millions of phone numbers, and launched an SI-powered call screening service built on our software and voice infrastructure, with additional services planned on our WebRTC solution.

- A major enterprise network and communications provider serving businesses and state and local governments across the U.S. expanded a longstanding relationship spanning toll-free, 911, and other voice services by adopting our platform voice solution, creating a new source of recurring platform fees and incremental usage-based revenue.

- A specialized communications provider serving thousands of businesses and government agencies through its reseller and managed service provider network selected Bandwidth to expand its calling services internationally, relying on our network reaching 70 countries and our global routing capabilities to serve destinations its previous provider could not.

- Salesforce named Bandwidth its first certified international carrier to support the global rollout of its native Contact Center, extending Salesforce's CRM contact center capabilities to more than 25 countries across Europe, the U.K., Australia and New Zealand, with additional markets to follow. Enterprises can connect through a bring-your-own-carrier ("BYOC") model with Maestro.

Financial Outlook

Bandwidth is providing guidance for the full year 2026 as follows (in millions, except per share amounts) based on current indications for its business, which are subject to change.

Bandwidth has not reconciled its full year 2026 guidance related to (i) Adjusted EBITDA to GAAP net income or loss, (ii) non-GAAP net earnings or loss to GAAP net earnings or loss or (iii) non-GAAP earnings or loss per share to GAAP earnings or loss per share, because stock-based compensation cannot be reasonably calculated or predicted at this time. Accordingly, a reconciliation is not available without unreasonable effort.

Upcoming Investor Conferences

- Needham Tech Week virtual investor meetings with management on November 18, 2026.

- Wells Fargo TMT Summit in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Fireside chat with David Morken, Chief Executive Officer on Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at 10:15 AM Pacific Time.

About Bandwidth Inc.

Bandwidth Inc. (NASDAQ: BAND) is a global cloud communications company that helps enterprises deliver exceptional experiences through voice calling, text messaging and emergency services. Our solutions and our Communications Cloud, covering ~70 countries and 90 percent of global GDP, are trusted by all the leaders in unified communications and cloud contact centersâincluding Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cisco, Google, Microsoft, RingCentral, Zoom, Genesys and Five9âas well as Global 2000 enterprises and SaaS builders like Docusign, Uber and Yosi Health. As a founder of the cloud communications revolution, we are the first and only global Communications Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS) to offer a unique combination of composable APIs, super intelligence ("SI") capabilities, owner-operated network and broad regulatory experience. Our award-winning support teams help businesses around the world transform their communications every day.

Conference Call

Bandwidth will host a conference call to discuss financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026 on October 29, 2026. Details can be found below and on the investor section of its website at https://investors.bandwidth.com where a replay will also be available shortly following the call.

Conference Call Details

October 29, 2026

8:00 am ET

Domestic dial-in:

844-481-2707

International dial-in:

646-307-1963

Replay information

An audio replay of this conference call will be available through November 5, 2026 by dialing 855-669-9658 or 412-317-0088 for international callers, and entering passcode 4828018.

This press release includes forward-looking statements. All statements contained in this press release other than statements of historical facts, including, without limitation, future financial and business performance, the success of our product offerings and our platform, and the value proposition of our products, are forward-looking statements. The words "anticipate," "assume," "believe," "continue," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "guide," "may," "will" and similar expressions and their negatives are intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, short-term and long-term business operations and objectives and financial needs. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, risks related to our rapid growth and ability to sustain our revenue growth rate, competition in the markets in which we operate, market growth, our ability to innovate and manage our growth, our ability to successfully leverage the use of SI in our business operations and in our service offerings, our ability to expand effectively into new markets, macroeconomic conditions both in the U.S. and globally, legal, reputational and financial risks which may result from ever-evolving cybersecurity threats, our ability to operate in compliance with applicable laws, as well as other risks and uncertainties set forth in the "Risk Factors" section of our latest Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and any subsequent reports that we file with the SEC. Moreover, we operate in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks emerge from time to time. It is not possible for our management to predict all risks, nor can we assess the impact of all factors on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements we may make. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, we cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance, achievements or events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will occur. We are under no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements after the date of this press release to conform these statements to actual results or revised expectations, except as required by law. You should, therefore, not rely on these forward-looking statements as representing our views as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

To supplement our condensed consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States, or GAAP, we provide investors with certain Non-GAAP financial measures and other business metrics, which we believe are helpful to our investors. We use these Non-GAAP financial measures and other business metrics for financial and operational decision-making purposes and as a means to evaluate period-to-period comparisons. We believe that these Non-GAAP financial measures and other business metrics provide useful information about our operating results, enhance the overall understanding of past financial performance and future prospects and allow for greater transparency with respect to metrics used by our management in its financial and operational decision-making.

DUBLIN, Calif., Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TriNet Group, Inc. (NYSE: TNET), a leading provider of comprehensive and flexible human capital management (HCM) solutions for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026. The third quarter highlights below include non-GAAP financial measures which are reconciled later in this release.

"We delivered solid third quarter results and made further progress against our strategic priorities," said Mike Simonds, TriNet's President and CEO. "Earnings performance exceeded our forecast, customer retention improved, and new sales returned to year-over-year growth."

Simonds continued, "Our growth initiatives are gaining traction. Momentum within our broker channel is building, our investments in sales are driving improved performance in our important fall selling season, and we are strengthening our customer value proposition through investments in our service model and an expanding set of solutions, such as TriNet Leave powered by Cocoon, TriNet Recruit, and TriNet Spend. With these initiatives gaining traction, we believe TriNet is increasingly well-positioned to return to sustainable growth."

Third quarter highlights include:

- Total revenues decreased 5% to $1.2 billion compared to the same period last year.

- Professional service revenues decreased 7% to $157 million compared to the same period last year.

- Net income was $31 million, or $0.65 per diluted share, compared to net income of $34 million, or $0.70 per diluted share, in the same period last year.

- Adjusted Net Income was $44 million, or $0.94 per diluted share, compared to Adjusted Net Income of $55 million, or $1.11 per diluted share, in the same period last year.

- Adjusted EBITDA was $89 million, representing an Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 7.6%, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $100 million, representing an Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 8.2% in the same period last year.

- Total Worksite Employees (WSEs) decreased (11)% as compared to the same period last year, to approximately 295,000.

- Net cash provided by operating activities increased 11% as compared to the same period last year to $80 million, generating $53 million in Free Cash Flow.

Full-Year 2026 Guidance

In addition to announcing our third quarter 2026 results, we are reaffirming our full-year 2026 guidance and expect to be at the high end of our earnings per diluted share range. Non-GAAP financial measures are reconciled later in this release.

Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q

We anticipate filing our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q ("Form 10-Q") for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and making it available at https://www.trinet.com on or about October 29, 2026. This press release should be read in conjunction with the Form 10-Q and the related Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations contained in the Form 10-Q.

Earnings Conference Call and Audio Webcast

TriNet will host a conference call at 5:30 a.m. PT today to discuss its third quarter results for 2026. TriNet encourages participants to pre-register for the webcast. The live webcast of the conference call can be accessed on the Investor Relations section of TriNet's website at https://investor.trinet.com. Participants can pre-register for the webcast by going to: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/764057723. Callers can pre-register for the conference call by going to: https://dpregister.com/sreg/10212821/1052113182d. For those who would like to join the call but have not pre-registered, they can do so by dialing +1 (412) 317-5426 and requesting the "TriNet Conference Call." A replay of the webcast will be available on this website for approximately one year. A telephonic replay will be available for two weeks following the conference call at +1 (412) 317-0088 conference ID: 6487067.

About TriNet

TriNet is a leading provider of human resources solutions for small and medium-size businesses, delivering what they really need from HR: expertise, technology and advocacy that make it easier to run and grow their business. Through advanced technology-enabled services and deep human capital expertise, TriNet provides access to employee benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans, payroll and payroll tax administration, risk mitigation, and compliance consulting. TriNet helps businesses navigate the complexities of HR so they can focus on why they started their companies in the first place. For more information, please visit TriNet.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

Reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures to TriNet's financial results as determined in accordance with GAAP are included at the end of this press release following the accompanying financial data. For a description of these non-GAAP financial measures, including the reasons management uses each measure, please see the section titled "Non-GAAP Financial Measures."

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains, and statements made during the above referenced conference call will contain, statements that are not historical in nature, are predictive in nature, or that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions or otherwise contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, among other things, TriNet's expectations and assumptions regarding: TriNet's financial guidance for the full-year 2026 and the underlying assumptions; TriNet's mid-term outlook, market positioning, and the underlying assumptions; TriNet's on-going AI investments, including the development of TriNet Assistant, and its ability to deliver improved service experiences; TriNet's ability to build momentum in its business, including through sales force growth; and TriNet's ability to execute on our strategy. Forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of words such as, but not limited to, "ability," "anticipate," "believe," "can," "continue," "could," "enhance," "estimate," "expand," "expect," "facilitate," "grow," "guidance," "impact," "improve," "intend," "maintain," "may," "plan," "project," "provide," "return," "should," "strategy," "strengthen," "support," "will," "would" and similar expressions or variations intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance but are based on management's expectations as of the date hereof and assumptions that are inherently subject to uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from our current expectations and any past or future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements.

CHICAGO, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Donnelley Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: DFIN) (the "Company" or "DFIN") today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2026.

Highlights for the third quarter of 2026:

- Total net sales of $185.0 million, an increase of $9.7 million, or 5.5%, from the third quarter of 2025.

- Software solutions net sales of $95.2 million, an increase of 5.0% from the third quarter of 2025; Software solutions net sales accounted for 51.5% of total net sales.

- Net earnings of $21.3 million, or $0.85 per diluted share, as compared to a net loss of $40.9 million, or $1.49 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2025.

- Adjusted non-GAAP net earnings(b) of $26.8 million, or $1.07 per diluted share, as compared to $23.7 million, or $0.86 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2025.

- Adjusted EBITDA(b) of $54.4 million, up $4.9 million, or 9.9%, from the third quarter of 2025; Adjusted EBITDA margin(b) of 29.4%, up approximately 120 basis points from the third quarter of 2025.

- Operating Cash Flow(a) improvement of $23.8 million and Free Cash Flow(b)(c) improvement of $26.6 million from the third quarter of 2025.

- Gross leverage(b) of 0.5x and net leverage(b) of 0.4x as of September 30, 2026.

- The Company repurchased 146,672 shares for approximately $6.9 million at an average price of $46.98 per share. As of September 30, 2026, there was $118.5 million remaining on the current $150 million share repurchase authorization.

"We are pleased with our performance in the quarter, which featured 5.5% consolidated net sales growth, an increase in Adjusted EBITDA, and Adjusted EBITDA margin expansion. Software solutions net sales increased 5.0% versus the third quarter of 2025, driven by the continued momentum of ActiveDisclosure, a component of our compliance offerings, which grew approximately 24% as we continued to expand client adoption, increase the value of our offering, and migrate certain traditional services onto the platform. Software solutions net sales accounted for 51.5% of total net sales, similar to last year's third-quarter software sales mix, despite a moderate increase in both tech-enabled services and print and distribution net sales," said Daniel N. Leib, DFIN's President and Chief Executive Officer.

Leib continued, "During the third quarter, capital markets deal volume moderated from the levels we experienced during the first half of the year, especially in the number of priced IPOs, though overall market activity continued to improve compared to the third quarter of last year, resulting in higher capital markets transactional revenue. The combination of higher overall net sales and ongoing operating efficiencies expanded third-quarter Adjusted EBITDA margin to 29.4%, an increase of approximately 120 basis points year-over-year. Additionally, improved profitability and disciplined working capital management contributed to strong year-over-year growth in both operating cash flow and free cash flow."

"Entering the fourth quarter, we are encouraged by the continued momentum of our strong operating performance. As we celebrate DFIN's 10th anniversary as an independent company, we remain focused on building on the strong foundation we have created over the past decade and positioning DFIN for our next chapter of growth and long-term value creation," Leib concluded.

Net Sales

Net sales in the third quarter of 2026 were $185.0 million, an increase of $9.7 million, or 5.5%, from the third quarter of 2025. Net sales increased primarily due to an increase in software solutions net sales driven by ActiveDisclosure and higher capital markets transactional volumes.

Net Earnings (Loss)

For the third quarter of 2026, net earnings were $21.3 million, or $0.85 per diluted share, as compared to a net loss of $40.9 million, or $1.49 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2025. Net earnings in the third quarter of 2026 included after-tax charges of $5.5 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, primarily related to share-based compensation expense. Net loss in the third quarter of 2025 included after-tax charges of $64.6 million, or $2.35 per diluted share, primarily related to the non-cash pension plan settlement charge and share-based compensation expense.

Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Non-GAAP Net Earnings

For the third quarter of 2026, Adjusted EBITDA was $54.4 million, an increase of $4.9 million as compared to the third quarter of 2025. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 29.4%, up approximately 120 basis points from the third quarter of 2025. The increase in Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA margin was primarily due to higher software solutions and tech-enabled services net sales and cost control initiatives, partially offset by higher incentive compensation expense and higher selling expense as a result of the increase in sales volumes.

For the third quarter of 2026, adjusted non-GAAP net earnings were $26.8 million, or $1.07 per diluted share, as compared to $23.7 million, or $0.86 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2025.

Reconciliations of reported net sales to organic net sales and consolidated net earnings (loss) to Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin and adjusted non-GAAP net earnings are presented in the tables.

Guidance

The Company provides the following guidance for the fourth quarter of 2026.

The guidance provided above constitutes forward-looking statements and actual results may differ materially. Refer to the "Use of Forward-Looking Statements" section below for information on the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements.

Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance presented above is provided on a non-GAAP basis only, without providing a reconciliation to guidance provided on a GAAP basis because the preparation of such a reconciliation could not be accomplished without "unreasonable efforts." The Company does not have access to certain information that would be necessary to provide such a reconciliation, including non-recurring items that are not indicative of the Company's ongoing operations. Such items include, but are not limited to, certain costs, expenses, gains and losses and other specified items that management believes are not indicative of our ongoing operations.

Capital markets transactional net sales are predominantly recorded within the Capital Markets â Compliance and Communications Management segment, with a small portion recorded within the Capital Markets â Software Solutions segment (for transactions being performed using ActiveDisclosure). The guidance for capital markets transactional net sales is inclusive of both areas.

Company Results and Conference Call

DFIN's earnings press release for the third quarter of 2026, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K that has been furnished to the SEC on October 29, 2026, is available on the Company's investor relations website at investor.dfinsolutions.com. A supplemental trending schedule of historical results, including additional breakouts of segment-level net sales, is also available on the Company's investor relations website.

DFIN will hold a conference call and webcast on October 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss financial results for the third quarter of 2026, provide a general business update and respond to analyst questions.

A live webcast of the call will also be available on the Company's investor relations website. Please visit investor.dfinsolutions.com at least fifteen minutes prior to the start of the event to register, download and install any necessary audio software.

If you are unable to participate live, a replay of the webcast will be available following the conference call on the Company's investor relations website, along with the earnings press release and related financial tables.

About DFIN

DFIN is the leading global provider of compliance and regulatory software and services, fueling end-to-end investment company regulatory compliance needs, complex capital markets transactions, and essential financial reporting at every stage of the corporate lifecycle. Our mission is simple: to empower clients with the software and service they need to stay ahead of public company filings, investment company filings, private reporting, and beneficial owner reporting, while enhancing workflow efficiency. We bring deep expertise to every engagement, driving transparency and collaboration built on confidence and reliability. Learn more at DFINsolutions.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Use of Non-GAAP Information

This news release contains certain non-GAAP financial measures, including non-GAAP gross profit, adjusted non-GAAP gross profit, non-GAAP gross margin, adjusted non-GAAP selling, general and administrative expenses ("SG&A"), adjusted non- GAAP income from operations, adjusted non-GAAP operating margin, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted non-GAAP net earnings, adjusted non-GAAP earnings per diluted share, Free Cash Flow and organic net sales. The Company believes that these non-GAAP financial measures, when presented in conjunction with comparable GAAP measures, provide useful information about the Company's operating results and liquidity and enhance the overall ability to assess the Company's financial performance. The Company uses these measures, together with other measures of performance under GAAP, to compare the relative performance of operations in planning, budgeting and reviewing the performance of its business.

A2Z Cust2Mate Announces Timing of Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call

TORONTO, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: AZ), a global leader in smart retail technology, today announced that the company will release financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, after market close on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. A conference call to discuss the results will be held at 5:00 PM Eastern Time on the same day.

Conference Call Details

The conference call may be accessed by dialing 1-877-317-6789 (U.S. toll-free), 972 3-374-1008 (Israel Tel Aviv), or 1-412-317-6789 (International). The live webcast of the call can be accessed using the following link: https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=dpTlCFUn

About A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp.

A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: AZ) is transforming in-store retail through a connected in-store commerce platform that brings together shopper engagement, retail media, data and in-store intelligence.

At the center of A2Z Cust2Mate's connected in-store commerce platform is its AI-powered Smart Cart, which creates a continuous digital connection with shoppers throughout the in-store journey. The platform enhances and simplifies shopping, enables retailers and brands to engage shoppers, delivers targeted retail media and offers at the point of decision, and captures real-time data and intelligence on in-store shopper behavior.

Retail media is a growing part of A2Z Cust2Mate's business, building on its digital in-store touchpoints, media inventory, shopper journey data and measurement capabilities. A2Z Cust2Mate brings together technology, data and commercial capabilities to create new ways for retailers and brands to engage shoppers, monetize the physical store and measure impact closer to the point of purchase.

A2Z Cust2Mate combines advanced software, AI, computer vision and purpose-built hardware in a modular platform designed for enterprise-scale deployment and chain-wide operations. The company works with retailers, brands and partners across multiple markets to bring connected, data-driven personalized experiences to physical stores and create new opportunities for revenue growth, retail media monetization, operational efficiency and loss mitigation.

For more information on A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. please visit: http://www.cust2mate.com

Forward-Looking Statements

Matters discussed in this press release contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the words "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "may," "intend," "expect," "will" and similar expressions identify such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this press release include statements regarding the expected benefits of the acquisition of Hedia, the development of A2Z's retail media platform, new retail media offerings, expansion into additional markets, the estimated Adjusted EBITDA contribution of Hedia, the potential payment of performance-based consideration, and the expected servicing of the bank financing. Actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those contemplated, expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein. These forward-looking statements are based largely on the expectations of the Company and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. These include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties associated with the market for the Company's products, customer orders and deployment schedules, the impact of geopolitical, economic, competitive and other factors affecting the Company and its operations, and other matters detailed in reports filed by the Company with the SEC. Risks and uncertainties also include those related to the acquisition of Hedia, including A2Z's ability to integrate Hedia's operations, retain key personnel and advertiser and retailer relationships, realize anticipated benefits and sales opportunities, achieve the revenue targets underlying the performance-based consideration, enter into the bank financing on the terms described herein or at all, and comply with the terms of the bank financing. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

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As BCBSIL celebrates 90 years of serving Illinois, the company continues to offer a range of coverage options, provider access and new wellness rewards for 2027

CHICAGO, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Open Enrollment begins Nov. 1, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) is helping Illinoisans navigate their 2027 health coverage options and understand what to consider when choosing a plan.

When comparing plans, the monthly premium is only one part of the decision. Consumers should also consider whether their preferred doctors and hospitals are in-network, how often they expect to use health care, and what they could pay through deductibles, copays and other out-of-pocket costs.

"For 90 years, our commitment to Illinois has grown and evolved alongside the communities we serve," said Brian Snell, President of BCBSIL. "As health care needs continue to change, we'll continue to show up for our members with the access, choices and support they need to take care of themselves and their families."

2027 Plan Highlights:

BCBSIL will offer individual and family health plan options for 2027, including:

- Broad coverage options: BCBSIL will offer Blue Choice Preferred PPOSM, Blue Precision HMOSM, BlueCare Direct HMOSM and MyBlue Plus POSSM plans in various Illinois markets.

- Extensive provider access: The Blue Choice Preferred PPO network includes more than 210 hospitals and nearly 100,000 providers statewide.

- New plan choices: BCBSIL is adding new plan designs within the BlueCare Direct HMO portfolio and a new catastrophic option within MyBlue Plus POS.

- New wellness rewards: GO WellbeingSM and Go Points will allow eligible members age 18 and older to earn up to $100 each year for participating in certain healthy activities.

What to Consider When Choosing a Plan:

As Illinois consumers compare their options for 2027, BCBSIL encourages them to consider:

- Provider network: Are your preferred doctors, specialists and hospitals in-network?

- Health care needs: How often do you expect to visit a doctor, fill prescriptions or need other care?

- Total costs: Consider how monthly premiums and out-of-pocket costs fit your budget and expected health care needs.

- Plan type: Understand how each plan works and what it means for where and how you receive care.

- Additional benefits: Consider programs and resources that can help support your health throughout the year.

Open enrollment runs through January 15. Learn more about BCBSIL health care plans by visiting MyCardBCBSIL.com or calling 877-908-5593. For help finding a plan on GetCoveredIllinois.gov, contact an independent, authorized agent.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois: For 90 years, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois is the largest health insurer in Illinois, serving nearly 9 million members and operating in all 102 Illinois counties. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois is a division of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

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Revenue up 29% Year over Year, Organic Growth 25%; GAAP EPS $1.42, Adjusted EPS $1.46

Healthy Third Quarter Cash Generation; $500 Million Deployed for Common Stock Repurchases

Additional $5 Billion Share Repurchase Authorization by Board of Directors

Full Year 2026 Guidance Increased

Full Year 2027 Revenue Guidance: Approximately $11.5 Billion, Up ~12% Year over Year

Summary Financial Results

Key Activity

- Repurchased $500 million of common stock in third quarter 2026; $1.1 billion repurchased year to date

- On October 28, 2026, the Board of Directors authorized an increase in the Company's share repurchase program by $5 billion, resulting in $5.397 billion total authorization

- Increased the quarterly common stock dividend by 17% to $0.14 per share in third quarter 2026

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Howmet Aerospace (NYSE: HWM) announced results today for the third quarter 2026.

Howmet Aerospace Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John Plant said, "Howmet's performance was solid in all dimensions, with third quarter results exceeding the high end of guidance. Revenue grew 29% year over year and 25% organically, the strongest quarterly growth rate on record for Howmet. Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded 310 basis points year over year to 32.5%. Free cash flow was a robust $562 million after $147 million in capital expenditures, as we continue to invest for growth. The free cash flow supported $500 million in common stock repurchases in the third quarter, lifting year-to-date repurchases to $1.1 billion. The Board of Directors authorized an increase in the share repurchase program by $5 billion to $5.397 billion, reflecting confidence in the Company's strong free cash flow outlook."

Mr. Plant continued, "Our trajectory points to a healthy fourth quarter and the conclusion of another strong year for Howmet. The commercial aerospace market continues to look robust, underpinned by the extraordinary aircraft order backlog that supports expected production volume increases throughout 2027 and beyond. We do not expect any material impact on our spares demand from the Middle East conflict given the backlog of engine shop visits and requirements to support next generation narrowbody engines. Defense markets remain solid, with further spares needs and likely increases in legacy fighter builds. Of particular note was the 45% year-over-year gas turbines revenue growth, which demonstrates both the extraordinary addition to output and, even more importantly, the increase in market share. Demand in the gas turbines market continues to strengthen with customers looking to increase volumes beyond previous expectations, which supports the outlook beyond 2028. Our capital expenditure plans envisage elevated spend beyond 2027 to support growth in both aerospace and defense as well as gas turbines. Our disciplined focus on free cash flow conversion will remain steadfast throughout this elevated investment period. The commercial transportation market continues to experience recovery in North America. Looking forward to 2027, we envisage revenue of approximately $11.5 billion, representing approximately 12% growth from the increased 2026 guidance."

2026 Guidance

Consolidated Results

Howmet Aerospace reported third quarter 2026 revenue of $2.70 billion, up 29% year over year with organic growth of 25%, and Adjusted EPS of $1.46, up 54% year over year. Revenue was driven by 32% growth in the commercial aerospace market, 10% growth in the defense aerospace market, 45% growth in the gas turbines market, and 28% growth in the commercial transportation market.

The Company reported Adjusted EBITDA of $879 million, up 43% year over year. The year-over-year increase was driven by growth in the commercial aerospace, defense aerospace, gas turbines, and commercial transportation markets. Adjusted EBITDA margin was up approximately 310 basis points year over year at 32.5%.

Segment Results

Engine Products

Engine Products reported third quarter 2026 revenue of $1.45 billion, an increase of 33% year over year, driven by growth in the commercial aerospace and gas turbines markets. Segment Adjusted EBITDA was $567 million, up 57% year over year, driven by growth in the commercial aerospace and gas turbines markets. The Segment absorbed net headcount of approximately 520 in the quarter in support of expected future revenue increases. Segment Adjusted EBITDA margin increased approximately 580 basis points year over year to 39.1%.

Fastening Systems

Fastening Systems reported revenue of $630 million, an increase of 41% year over year, driven by growth in the commercial aerospace and defense aerospace markets. Excluding the CAM and Brunner acquisitions, revenue grew 10%. Segment Adjusted EBITDA was $185 million, up 34% year over year, driven by growth in the commercial aerospace and defense aerospace markets and including contributions from the acquisitions. Segment Adjusted EBITDA margin decreased approximately 140 basis points year over year to 29.4%, reflecting impact from the CAM acquisition.

Engineered Structures

Engineered Structures reported revenue of $295 million, a decrease of 4% year over year, principally driven by the divestiture of the Savannah disk forging facility. Excluding the Savannah divestiture, revenue grew 8%. Segment Adjusted EBITDA was $70 million, up 9% year over year, on the exit of lower-margin business including the divestiture. Segment Adjusted EBITDA margin increased approximately 290 basis points year over year to 23.7%.

Forged Wheels

Forged Wheels reported revenue of $327 million, an increase of 32% year over year, driven by higher volumes in the commercial transportation market and an increase in aluminum cost pass through. Segment Adjusted EBITDA was $86 million and increased 18% year over year, driven by favorable volume. Segment Adjusted EBITDA margin decreased approximately 330 basis points year over year to 26.3%, due to the impact of higher aluminum cost pass through.

Repurchased $500 Million of Common Stock in Third Quarter 2026; $1.1B Year To Date

In the third quarter 2026, Howmet Aerospace repurchased $500 million of common stock at an average price of $264.77 per share, retiring approximately 1.9 million shares. Year to date through October 28, 2026, the Company has repurchased $1.1 billion of shares at an average price of $250.72 per share.

Board of Directors Approved a $5 Billion Increase to the Share Repurchase Program

On October 28, 2026 the Board of Directors authorized an increase in the Company's share repurchase program by $5 billion, which, together with the remaining authorization of $397 million, results in authorization to repurchase up to $5.397 billion of the Company's outstanding stock.

Paid Down $60 Million of Debt

In the third quarter 2026, the Company paid down $60 million of borrowings on its commercial paper program. At the end of the quarter, $390 million of the $1 billion commercial paper program was outstanding.

Quarterly Common Stock Dividend Increases 17% to $0.14 Per Share in Third Quarter 2026

On July 27, 2026, the Board of Directors declared a dividend of $0.14 per share on its common stock, which was paid on August 25, 2026. The quarterly dividend represents a 17% increase from the second quarter 2026 dividend of $0.12 per share.

Howmet Aerospace will hold its quarterly conference call at 10:00 AM Eastern Time on Thursday, October 29, 2026.  The call will be webcast via www.howmet.com.  The press release and presentation materials will be available at approximately 7:00 AM ET on October 29, via the "Investors" section of the Howmet Aerospace website.    

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace, gas turbine, and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on engine components, fastening systems, and airframe structural components necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency, including in aerospace, defense, and gas turbine applications, as well as forged aluminum wheels for commercial transportation. With approximately 1,200 granted and pending patents, the Company's differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft and commercial trucks to operate with a lower carbon footprint. For more information, visit www.howmet.com.

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Howmet Aerospace intends to make future announcements regarding Company developments and financial performance through its website at www.howmet.com.   

Forward-Looking Statements  

This release contains statements that relate to future events and expectations and as such constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include those containing such words as "anticipates," "believes," "could," "envisions," "estimates," "expects," "forecasts," "goal," "guidance," "intends," "may," "outlook," "plans," "points," "poised," "projects," "seeks," "sees," "should," "targets," "will," "would," or other words of similar meaning. All statements that reflect Howmet Aerospace's expectations, assumptions or projections about the future, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements, forecasts and outlook relating to the condition of markets; future financial results or operating performance; future strategic actions; Howmet Aerospace's strategies, outlook, and business and financial prospects; any future dividends, debt issuances, debt reduction and repurchases of its common stock; and statements regarding any acquisitions, including expected benefits.

Commerce operations platform helps global brands take product content to 500+ channels and every market they sell in

CHICAGO, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Base, the central operating system that helps over 35,000 ecommerce brands manage and syndicate product content across channels worldwide, has been recognized in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant⢠for Product Information Management Solutions.

For global brands, product content has become the storefront. Every product page, marketplace listing and retail feed shapes whether a customer buys, and enterprise brands selling direct-to-consumer and across dozens of marketplaces must get accurate, localized content to all of them at once.

When it comes to catalog data and management, Base's product design rests on a simple principle: a PIM built only to structure product data quickly becomes an expensive layer. A PIM needs a purpose. Base was built for what comes next: getting product content from a single source to every marketplace, retailer and DTC storefront a brand sells through, across regions and languages.

"We're proud to be included in this Magic Quadrant⢠alongside long-established PIM vendors," said Fernando Kondayen, Chief Growth Officer at Base. "We believe our position reflects a clear choice about where we focus. Enterprise brands told us their hardest problem isn't storing product data, it's getting that content live and correct on hundreds of channels in dozens of markets at once. That's the problem we've built Base's PIM to solve."

That focus is backed by one of the broadest ecosystems in ecommerce. Base connects to more than 2,000 integrations across marketplaces, carriers, ERPs and other business systems, and goes beyond PIM with end-to-end systems for listings, orders, inventory and fulfillment. Brands and retailers can consolidate their stack, and operators can run their entire business from one place. In Base's view, inclusion among the 16 vendors evaluated in this Magic Quadrant⢠sets it apart from more traditional companies focused on channel integration alone.

"We believe being recognized in this Magic Quadrant⢠reflects the work our team and our customers have put into solving one of the hardest problems in global commerce: getting the right product content to every channel, fast," said Marek KoÅnik, Chief Executive Officer at Base. "Enterprise brands don't need more product data. They need a faster path from that data to every market they sell in, and the agility to keep iterating on that data and on how their products show up to consumers on every channel. That's what we've built."

For brands whose growth depends on channel reach and speed to market, the right platform is the one that turns product data into live, high-performing listings. Many Base customers run it alongside the systems they already use, as the layer that gets their content to market.

Today, Base's AI capabilities include bulk generation of product names, descriptions, parameters and channel-specific copy; AI category mapping that matches products to each channel's taxonomy; channel media management; and an MCP server that lets enterprise teams connect Base to their own AI tools. New languages are added through configuration, so brands can localize for every market they enter.

Base backs its platform with dedicated customer success, comprehensive implementation support, robust SLAs, and sales and technical support across all regions.

To learn more about Base's recognition and see the platform in action, visit this blog or book an enterprise discovery meeting here.

About Gartner

Gartner delivers actionable, objective insights to executives and their teams. Its expert guidance and tools enable faster, smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization's mission-critical priorities.

Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Product Information Management Solutions, Jason Daigler, Greg Carlucci, Nicholas Mortensen, 12 October 2026.

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GARTNER and MAGIC QUADRANT are trademarks of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates.

About Base.com

Base is the unified ecommerce operations platform for brands and retailers that sell across channels. Trusted by global enterprises like L'Oréal, Samsung, Decathlon, Sherwin-Williams, Lindt, and Kawasaki, more than 35,000 companies worldwide use Base to manage product listings, sync inventory, and manage orders, returns and fulfillment in one place. With more than 2,000 integrations across marketplaces, storefronts, carriers and business systems, Base helps commerce teams streamline workflows, reduce manual work, expand into new channels and manage operations with real-time visibility. For more information, visit www.base.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

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BCBSNM offers statewide coverage through its Blue Community HMO network, along with new wellness rewards for 2027

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Open Enrollment begins Nov. 1, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico (BCBSNM) is helping New Mexicans navigate their 2027 health coverage options and understand what to consider when choosing a plan.

When comparing plans, the monthly premium is only one part of the decision. Consumers should also consider whether their preferred doctors and hospitals are in-network, how often they expect to use health care, and what they could pay through deductibles, copays and other out-of-pocket costs.

"Our commitment to New Mexico goes beyond providing health coverage. It's about being there for the people and communities who call this state home," said Janice Torrez, President of BCBSNM. "We're proud to continue helping individuals and families access quality care and coverage they can count on."

2027 Plan Highlights:

BCBSNM will offer individual and family health plan options for 2027, including:

- Statewide coverage: Blue Community HMOSM will continue to be available statewide across New Mexico.

- Broad provider access: The Blue Community HMO network includes approximately 47 hospitals and more than 19,000 health care professionals, including primary care providers, behavioral health providers and specialists.

- BeWell NM plan updates: BCBSNM will continue offering a variety of plan options, including updates to BeWell NM Clear Cost plan designs for 2027.

- New wellness rewards: GO WellbeingSM and Go Points will allow eligible members age 18 and older to earn up to $100 each year for participating in certain healthy activities.

What to Consider When Choosing a Plan:

As New Mexicans compare their options for 2027, BCBSNM encourages consumers to consider:

- Provider network: Are your preferred doctors, specialists and hospitals in-network?

- Health care needs: How often do you expect to visit a doctor, fill prescriptions or need other care?

- Total costs: Consider how monthly premiums and out-of-pocket costs fit your budget and expected health care needs.

- Plan type: Understand how each plan works and what it means for where and how you receive care.

- Additional benefits: Consider programs and resources that can help support your health throughout the year.

New Mexico Health Insurance Exchange (BeWell) Open Enrollment runs Nov. 1, 2026 through Jan. 15, 2027. New Mexicans who enroll by Dec. 31 can have coverage beginning Jan. 1, 2027.

To learn more about BCBSNM individual and family health plan options, visit MyCardBCBSNM.com, bewellnm.com or call 888-809-1134. Additional assistance is available through an independent, authorized agent.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico is one of the largest commercial health insurers in New Mexico with approximately 700,000 New Mexicans carrying a Blue Cross and Blue Shield card. Since 1940, BCBSNM has been committed to promoting the health and wellness of its members and communities through accessible, cost-effective, quality health care. BCBSNM is a division of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company (HCSC), an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. HCSC is the country's largest customer-owned health insurer and fourth largest health insurer overall.

SOURCE Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico

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CFO-Survey: Hohe Erwartungen an KI, aber noch wenig Transparenz bei Nutzen und Kosten

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Während viele Unternehmen in Deutschland KI inzwischen über Pilotprojekte hinaus einsetzen, gelingt der Sprung zur grundlegenden Transformation und umfassenden KI-Nutzung bislang nur wenigen. Ein wesentlicher Grund: Es fehlt häufig an Transparenz bei Nutzen und Kosten. Das ergab der aktuelle CFO-Survey von Deloitte, für den zwischen dem 10. September und dem 2. Oktober mehr als 120 Finanzvorstände deutscher Großunternehmen befragt wurden.

Nur 42 Prozent der CFOs können derzeit ihre KI-Ausgaben beziffern. Die Unternehmen, die ihre Kosten bereits erfassen, wenden aktuell rund 0,5 Prozent ihrer Gesamtkosten für KI auf. Im kommenden Jahr wollen sie diesen Anteil auf ein Prozent verdoppeln und langfristig auf diesem Niveau halten.

Effizienz und Kostenreduktion sind für die meisten Finanzvorstände (83 %) die wichtigsten Ziele ihrer KI-Initiativen. Strategische Potenziale wie Innovationen oder die Erschließung zusätzlicher Geschäftsfelder werden deutlich seltener genutzt. Auch setzen die wenigsten Firmen auf strategische KI-Initiativen, um sich von der Konkurrenz abzuheben. Lediglich 10 Prozent haben diese Möglichkeiten zur Wettbewerbsdifferenzierung auch ausgeschöpft.

Einen messbaren Mehrwert ihrer KI-Initiativen erzielen derzeit lediglich 17 Prozent der CFOs. Gleichzeitig erwarten 70 Prozent, dass KI innerhalb der kommenden zwei Jahre einen messbaren Nutzen liefert. "Den Unternehmen gelingt es derzeit nicht ausreichend, strategische Initiativen zu priorisieren, die notwendigen Daten- und Systemvoraussetzungen zu schaffen und die Betriebsmodelle schnell genug anzupassen", erläutert Markus Seeger, Studienautor und Experte im Bereich Finance Transformation bei Deloitte.

Transparenz bei KI-Nutzen in Finanz- und Tech-Industrie am größten

Banken und Technologieunternehmen sind deutlich weiter in der KI-Nutzung als andere Branchen. 30 Prozent von ihnen können bereits heute einen positiven Wertbeitrag messen, weitere 50 Prozent erwarten dies in den kommenden zwei Jahren.

"Damit KI die Produktivität deutlich stärken kann, muss sie über alle Branchen hinweg umfassend zum Einsatz kommen. Aktuell sind die Unterschiede zwischen den Branchen jedoch noch erheblich. Diese Unausgewogenheit kann zu einem Risiko für die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit der deutschen Wirtschaft werden", sagt Dr. Alexander Börsch, Chefökonom und Leiter Research bei Deloitte.

Unternehmen wollen KI-Controlling deutlich ausbauen

Um die steigenden KI-Kosten zu managen und mehr Transparenz zu schaffen, steuern bereits heute 25 Prozent der Unternehmen die Nachfrage nach KI-Diensten sowie die Token-Nutzung. 40 Prozent wollen die wesentlichen KI-Kostentreiber stärker identifizieren. 45 Prozent beabsichtigen, KI-Kosten konkreten Anwendungen und ihrem jeweiligen Nutzen zuzuordnen. 29 Prozent möchten klare Verantwortlichkeiten für das KI-Kostenmanagement schaffen und dafür eine zentrale Governance etablieren.

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Umfrage zur electronica 2026

Cyberangriffe: Nur vier von zehn Entscheidern halten ihr Unternehmen für gut vorbereitet

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Cyberangriffe können Produktionsanlagen lahmlegen, Lieferketten unterbrechen und hohe Kosten verursachen. Doch viele Unternehmen in Deutschland sehen sich dagegen nicht ausreichend gewappnet. Laut einer YouGov-Umfrage im Auftrag der electronica, Weltleitmesse der Elektronik, halten nur 41 Prozent der befragten Entscheider ihr Unternehmen für gut oder sehr gut auf Cyberangriffe vorbereitet. Angesichts wachsender Gefahren aus dem Netz, geopolitischer Spannungen und neuer regulatorischer Anforderungen gewinnt die Cybersicherheit auch für die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit der deutschen Wirtschaft weiter an Bedeutung.

Die zunehmende Vernetzung von Produktionsanlagen, Fahrzeugen und Logistiksystemen stellt Unternehmen vor neue Sicherheitsanforderungen. Hinzu kommen gesetzliche Vorgaben wie der europäische Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). Entsprechend steht Cybersecurity bei der Frage nach dem dringendsten technologischen Handlungsbedarf an erster Stelle: 16 Prozent der Befragten nennen diesen Bereich. Dahinter folgen Fachkräfte und Kompetenzen für KI und Digitalisierung (15 Prozent) sowie die Modernisierung der IT- und Dateninfrastruktur (13 Prozent).

"Ein Cyberangriff ist längst nicht mehr nur ein Problem für die IT-Abteilung. Wenn Maschinen stillstehen oder Lieferketten ausfallen, kann das ein Unternehmen wirtschaftlich schwer treffen. Wer wettbewerbsfähig bleiben will, muss deshalb nicht nur in neue Technologien investieren, sondern auch in deren Sicherheit. Die Elektronikindustrie liefert dafür wichtige Lösungen, die vernetzte Systeme sicherer und zuverlässiger machen", erklärt Dr. Reinhard Pfeiffer, Geschäftsführer der Messe München, die alle zwei Jahre die Weltleitmesse electronica veranstaltet.

KI bleibt wichtigster Technologietreiber, Sicherheit wird Voraussetzung

Trotz des hohen Handlungsbedarfs bei der Cybersicherheit bleibt Künstliche Intelligenz der wichtigste Technologietreiber. 65 Prozent der Befragten sehen darin einen entscheidenden Faktor für die Wettbewerbsfähigkeit ihres Unternehmens in den kommenden fünf Jahren. Dahinter folgen Cybersecurity und IT-Sicherheit (35 Prozent) sowie energieeffiziente Technologien (33 Prozent). Auch bei den geplanten Investitionen in digitale Technologien in den nächsten zwei Jahren stehen KI und Cybersicherheit im Vordergrund.

Bei der Auswahl neuer Technologien zählt jedoch nicht allein die Leistungsfähigkeit. Für 39 Prozent der Befragten gehören Cybersecurity und IT-Sicherheit zu den wichtigsten Eigenschaften. Fast ebenso häufig nennen sie Zuverlässigkeit und Ausfallsicherheit sowie KI-Fähigkeiten (jeweils 38 Prozent). Hohe Rechenleistung ist dagegen nur für 15 Prozent entscheidend. Damit zeichnet sich ein Wandel der Prioritäten ab: Unternehmen wollen die Chancen der Digitalisierung nutzen, achten aber zunehmend darauf, dass ihre Systeme sicher und zuverlässig funktionieren.

Elektronikindustrie liefert Schlüsseltechnologien für sichere Systeme

Sichere Hardware, geschützte Datenübertragung und zuverlässige Steuerungstechnik sind entscheidend für den Schutz vernetzter Systeme. Welche Lösungen die Elektronikindustrie dafür entwickelt, zeigt die electronica vom 10. bis 13. November 2026 in München. Die Weltleitmesse bringt Hersteller, Entwickler und Anwender aus dem gesamten Spektrum der Elektronik zusammen.

Zur Umfrage: Für die YouGov-Umfrage im Auftrag der electronica wurden im September 2026 insgesamt 502 Unternehmensentscheider in Deutschland online befragt. Die Befragten setzen sich repräsentativ nach Beschäftigtenanteil pro Unternehmensgröße, nach Geschlecht und Altersgruppen von Unternehmensentscheidern, nach sechs NACE-Wirtschaftszweigen sowie nach Nielsen-Regionsverteilung von Unternehmen zusammen.

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