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New York — EXL, a data and AI company, announced on Nov. 20 that Everest Group named it a Leader in the 2025 Clinical and Care Management (CCM) Operations PEAK Matrix assessment. Everest evaluated 20 CCM operations providers using an RFI process, client reference checks, and ongoing market analysis. EXL was cited for embedded data and AI capabilities, a flexible engagement model across CCM subprocesses, and delivering workflow improvements through technology-driven insights. Vivek Jetley, EXL president and head of insurance, healthcare and life sciences, commented on rising care complexity and value-based care adoption. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Boston — MiniLuxe Holding Corp. reported third-quarter and year-to-date Q3 2025 financial results on Nov. 19, 2025, announcing system-wide sales growth and improving unit economics. The company recorded 11% year-on-year system-wide sales growth to $7.6 million for the quarter and net revenue growth of 7% to $7.3 million, the company said. MiniLuxe said its fiscal calendar is a 52-week reporting cycle and noted ongoing operational improvements, including ten consecutive quarters of unit economic improvement. Investors and franchise operators will monitor upcoming quarters for confirmation. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Toronto. Real Matters Inc. reported fourth-quarter and fiscal-year results for the period ended September 30, 2025, on Nov. 20, 2025. The company said it launched 10 new clients and one new channel in U.S. Appraisal and Canada, and expanded its U.S. Title business with seven new clients including a second Tier 1 lender and two new channels. Real Matters reported consolidated fourth-quarter revenue of $46.0 million, up 1% year‑over‑year, and cited solid positive Adjusted EBITDA in key segments; it said U.S. Title daily order run rate more than doubled during the year. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Fort Collins, Colorado — Woodward Inc. announced on Thursday that its board approved a new $1.8 billion, three‑year share repurchase authorization to return capital to shareholders. The company completed a prior $600 million buyback in November 2025, more than a year ahead of schedule. Woodward said the move reflects confidence in long‑term growth, robust cash generation and technology leadership. It noted roughly $2.0 billion returned to shareholders over the past decade, representing about 78% of net earnings. Shares rose following the announcement. Repurchases may occur periodically subject to market conditions and company discretion. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Los Gatos, United States. Impetus Technologies appointed Nachiket Deshpande as chief executive officer on November 20, 2025, to lead global expansion and development of Agentic AI solutions. Deshpande previously served as executive board member, president of AI, and chief operating officer at LTIMindtree, where he helped launch the BlueVerse packaged Agentic AI offering and oversaw global delivery. Impetus described the move as a strategic step to scale its core data, analytics, and AI engineering services and software-led offerings internationally. The appointment was announced via company statement distributed to media outlets this week. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

United States reporting shows Chinese firms sell affordable humanoid robots while U.S. companies showcase higher-end prototypes. This week, Tesla presented Optimus at a shareholder meeting and outlined factory plans to scale production; Unitree markets a $6,000 humanoid that walks and dances. Entertainment executives discussed staged robot fights, and industry coverage noted Tesla’s limited production starts. Analysts estimate the humanoid market could reach trillions by midcentury and foresee divergent national strengths: China by volume, U.S. by demonstrated capabilities. The developments combine product availability, corporate plans, and demonstrations. Media accounts also cited market estimates. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Scottsdale, Ariz. — Notation Labs announced on Nov. 19, 2025 a major update to the LeakSecure companion app that links to its home water protection system. The company said the update introduces intuitive controls, proactive leak alerts, enhanced integration with professional plumbing partners, and streamlined insurance benefits. The device pairs with the app to provide automatic main-line shutoff and real-time insights aimed at reducing water-damage claims, which the company cites as nearly 30 percent of homeowners insurance claims. Jeff Stebbins, LeakSecure vice president of operations, described the update as simplifying homeowner protection. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Stillwater, Okla. — Oklahoma State defeated South Florida 103-95 on Wednesday, with Vyctorius Miller scoring 24 points. Miller shot 7-of-11 and made four 3-pointers. The Cowboys erased a 44-31 deficit late in the first half, closing on a 10-0 run to trail 45-44 at intermission and overtaking the Bulls in the second half. Kanye Clary added 12 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds; reserves Anthony Roy and Christian Coleman each scored 15. South Florida’s CJ Brown led with 24 points and 10 assists while Joseph Pinion contributed 20. All statistics were confirmed. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

College Park, Md. David Coit scored a career-high 41 points and hit a game-tying 3-pointer with eight seconds left to send Maryland to overtime; the Terrapins defeated Mount St. Mary's 95-90 on Wednesday night. Coit shot 11-of-17 overall, 8-of-10 from three and 11-of-11 from the free-throw line, also totaling seven overtime points. Maryland played without injured forward Pharrel Payne after his Saturday hip injury, while Darius Adams added 19 and Elijah Saunders 14. Mount St. Mary's guard Arlandus Keyes scored 22. The game featured 13 lead changes and a late 7-0 run. Based on 8 articles reviewed and supporting research.

CHICAGO — Labaron Philon scored 24 points and led No. 11 Alabama to a 90-86 victory over No. 8 Illinois at the United Center Nov. 19, 2025. Philon made three 3-pointers, had five assists and produced ten final minutes points to close the game. Taylor Bol Bowen added 12 and Aden Holloway 11; Illinois’ Andrej Stojakovic scored 26 and Kylan Boswell 22. The win followed a loss to Purdue and a victory over St. John’s; Philon had then withdrawn from the NBA draft months earlier to return to Alabama, per team statements. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.