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S&P Global (SPGI) has launched CreditCompanion™, a new GenAI-powered application integrated into its RatingsDirect® platform on S&P Capital IQ Pro. The tool leverages advanced Natural Language Processing, Large Language Models, and Retrieval Augmented Generator technology to enhance credit analysis workflows.

Key features include an intuitive chat interface, structured and unstructured query capabilities, comparative credit risk analysis, and comprehensive natural language summarization. The application has been tested by S&P Global Ratings analysts and streamlines access to credit ratings and research data, offering transparent source linking and efficient information discovery.

Pegasystems (PEGA) is set to join the S&P MidCap 400 index, replacing Nordstrom (JWN) effective prior to market opening on May 22, 2025. The change comes as Nordstrom is being acquired by the Nordstrom family and El Puerto de Liverpool S.A.B. de C.V. in a deal expected to close on May 20. Pegasystems, classified under the Information Technology sector, will take Nordstrom's place, which was previously listed under the Consumer Discretionary sector in the index.

S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) has announced that President and CEO Martina Cheung will participate in Bernstein's 41st Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on May 29, 2025, in New York. The session will be held as a "fireside chat" from 11:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. EDT.

The audio-only webcast will be available live and in replay format through S&P Global's Investor Relations website. The replay will be accessible approximately six hours after the presentation ends and will remain available for 90 days until August 26, 2025. Any additional presentation materials will be posted on the company's Investor Presentations webpage.

The GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index reveals a significant downturn in global manufacturing activity for April 2025, with manufacturers reducing input purchases at the fastest rate this year. North American manufacturers are actively stockpiling and reducing purchases in response to tariff concerns, while Asian manufacturing hubs recorded their weakest purchasing activity since December 2023. The impact is particularly evident in China, Taiwan, and South Korea.

In contrast, Europe shows signs of recovery from its industrial recession, with improved activity in Germany and France. However, the UK continues to struggle, showing the worst manufacturing weakness in nearly 20 years. The index, based on a monthly survey of 27,000 businesses, suggests a likely production slowdown in the near future due to tariff impacts.

A new S&P Global Commodity Insights study reveals that changes in Russian gas restrictions to Europe could significantly impact U.S. LNG exports. Under an "Opening the Taps" scenario where sanctions on Russian gas are lifted, over 17 MMtpa in new U.S. LNG projects (worth $70 billion in investments) would be curtailed. Conversely, a "Phasing Down" scenario of Russian gas would add 12 MMtpa in U.S. LNG projects ($48 billion in investments). The difference between scenarios represents 29 MMtpa in project decisions and $120 billion in investment impact. The study outlines three scenarios: "Current Trend" (33.7 MMtpa), "Opening the Taps" (16.5 MMtpa), and "Phasing Down" (45.5 MMtpa), highlighting the U.S. LNG sector's vulnerability to European policy changes and Russian gas flow restrictions.

S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) has announced its second quarter dividend for 2025. The Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.96 per share, payable on June 11, 2025, to shareholders of record as of May 28, 2025. The annualized dividend rate stands at $3.84 per share.

Notably, S&P Global has maintained a consistent dividend payment record since 1937 and is among less than 30 companies in the S&P 500® that have increased their dividend annually for over 50 years, highlighting its strong commitment to shareholder returns.

automotiveMastermind, a subsidiary of S&P Global (SPGI), has announced the promotion of Aaron Baldwin from Chief Product Officer to CEO, replacing outgoing CEO Matt Leone. Baldwin, who joined the company in June 2021, has been instrumental in driving product innovation and revenue growth over the last four years. With 13 years of retail automotive experience and 12 years in SaaS companies, Baldwin has led the transformation of the Mastermind platform and marketing services, focusing on innovative dealership solutions. Under his product leadership, the company has achieved strong year-over-year revenue growth and rapid product expansion.

S&P Global Commodity Insights' Platts has launched new low-carbon methanol marine fuel (MMF) price assessments for Shanghai and Rotterdam, effective May 2, 2025. The Shanghai assessments mark the first such assessments in China, following Singapore's launch six months prior. Shanghai, the world's busiest container port, is expected to be a leading Chinese low-carbon methanol trading hub, with China's biomethanol and eMethanol capacity projected to reach 1.5 million mt/year by 2028. The Rotterdam assessments cater to Europe's largest port and bunker hub. These launches come amid significant regulatory developments, including IMO's decision to implement penalties for maritime greenhouse gas emissions from 2028 and FuelEU Maritime's requirement for 2% GHG intensity reduction from 2025-2029, escalating to 80% by 2050.

CARFAX Canada and Kijiji have announced a strategic partnership to enhance used vehicle valuations in the Canadian market. The collaboration integrates CARFAX's comprehensive valuation capabilities into Kijiji's platform, providing average market prices for all listed vehicles.

The new feature helps sellers set competitive prices while assuring buyers of fair deals. CARFAX's pricing model uses actual transaction data, considering factors like year, make, model, trim, odometer readings, location, and real-time market fluctuations. The system provides deal ratings from "great price" to "higher price" by comparing asking prices with market averages.

Led by CARFAX Canada President Shawn Vording and Kijiji Chief Sales Officer Leanne Kripp, this partnership aims to bring transparency to vehicle valuations during economic changes. The integration leverages CARFAX's extensive database of billions of vehicle records to deliver accurate, real-time pricing information to Canadian car buyers and sellers through Kijiji.ca.