NORTHERN STAR INV II - NSTB STOCK NEWS

Northern Star Investment Corp. II (NYSE American: NSTB) received a notification from the New York Stock Exchange Regulation, Inc. regarding noncompliance with listing standards due to the resignation of two independent directors from the board. The Company has until its next annual meeting of stockholders or one year from the occurrence of the event to regain compliance. The noncompliance does not immediately affect the listing of the Company's common stock and units on the Exchange, but there is no assurance of regaining compliance.

Northern Star Investment Corp. II (NYSE: NSTB) announced its transfer from the New York Stock Exchange to the NYSE American, with trading expected to begin on March 1, 2023. This move comes after recent redemptions of common stock related to the extension of the deadline for its initial business combination. Northern Star II aims to maintain its listing and continue filing periodic reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The company, formed for mergers and acquisitions, includes a seasoned management team from various industries.

Apex Fintech Solutions has released the Q3 2021 Apex Next Investor Outlook, revealing growing interest among Gen Z investors in vaccine makers like Moderna and Pfizer, as well as meme stocks like AMC and GameStop. In the face of inflation and pandemic challenges, Gen Z's top holdings also include major retailers such as Costco and Home Depot, reflecting confidence in their supply chains for the upcoming holiday season. The report cites over 1 million Gen Z accounts, underpinning changing investment patterns among younger demographics.

Apex Fintech Solutions has acquired Silver Management Group, enhancing its service offerings in digital wealth management. This acquisition integrates Silver's regulatory cost basis and tax reporting solutions into Apex's platform, allowing for improved real-time transaction processing. By offering these solutions as independent SaaS products, Apex aims to provide clients with enhanced tax-aware investment decision-making capabilities. The merger with Northern Star Investment Corp. II is expected to further boost Apex's growth strategy.

Apex Fintech Solutions has partnered with QUODD Financial Information Services to enhance market data access for Apex clients. The collaboration will provide real-time market data feeds to various financial entities, including brokerages and wealth managers. This strategic alliance focuses on cloud-based APIs, catering to a range of clients from startups to professional trading firms. Dustin Kirkland, Apex’s Chief Product Officer, emphasized the benefits of QUODD's flexible licensing, which will improve investor experiences.

Northern Star Investment Corp. II (NYSE: NSTB) has announced the postponement of its special stockholder meeting, originally scheduled for August 30, 2021, due to ongoing SEC review of its Registration Statement on Form S-4 filed on April 9, 2021. The meeting will reconvene at a later date once the SEC completes its review. Investors are encouraged to stay updated as the definitive proxy statement/prospectus will be mailed after the review process concludes.

Apex Fintech Solutions announced that CEO Bill Capuzzi and GM Connor Coughlin will join a fireside chat at the Canaccord Genuity 41st Annual Growth Conference on August 12, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. EDT. The event will be available via a live audio webcast on the Apex Investor Relations website. Apex, recognized as the "fintech for fintechs," is preparing for its merger with Northern Star Investment Corp. II (NYSE: NSTB), which is set to make it a publicly traded company upon stockholder approval. A replay will be accessible for 90 days post-event.

Apex Clearing Corporation released its Q2 2021 Apex Next Investor Outlook, revealing the top stocks favored by Gen Z investors. AMC Entertainment emerged as the leading stock, capturing nearly 25% of Gen Z holdings, while GameStop remained among the top 10. Notably, cryptocurrency stocks fell out of favor, with companies like Marathon Digital and Riot Blockchain dropping significantly in ranking. Conversely, cannabis companies like Tilray gained traction. The report analyzed over 1 million Gen Z accounts and highlighted their evolving investment preferences, reshaping the wealth management landscape.