NOVI, Mich., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stoneridge, Inc. (NYSE: SRI) today announced that Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, Matt Horvath, has resigned, effective March 31, 2026, to pursue an opportunity in a different industry sector. Horvath will continue to serve in his role through that date to support a smooth and orderly transition. Stoneridge's executive team and Board of Directors have initiated a comprehensive search to identify a Chief Financial Officer. Until a permanent replacement is app ...

Core Viewpoint - Stoneridge is conducting a Business Update Call to discuss the sale of its Control Devices segment, indicating a strategic shift in its business operations [2]. Group 1: Company Overview - The call features key executives including the President and CEO, Jim Zizelman, and CFO, Matt Horvath, highlighting the importance of leadership in the ongoing business transition [2]. - The presentation and press release regarding the sale have been filed with the SEC and are accessible on the company's website, demonstrating transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements [2]. Group 2: Forward-Looking Statements - The presentation includes forward-looking statements about Stoneridge's future performance, which are based on reasonable assumptions but are subject to risks and uncertainties [3]. - The company emphasizes that actual results may differ materially from these forward-looking statements, indicating a cautious approach to future projections [3].

Stoneridge Business Update Conference Call Summary Company Overview - **Company**: Stoneridge - **Segment Sold**: Control Devices - **Acquirer**: CenterRock Capital Partners, a private equity investment firm Key Points and Arguments Sale of Control Devices Segment - The sale was completed on January 30th for a base purchase price of **$59 million**, approximately **five times** the expected 2025 Adjusted EBITDA for the segment [4][6] - The total consideration will include adjustments for delivered working capital as of the transaction date [4] - Manufacturing facilities in **Lexington, Ohio**, and **Suzhou, China**, were included in the sale, while the **Juarez, Mexico** facility will be retained to support North American electronics business [4][5] Transition and Support - A transition services agreement and supply agreements were established to ensure a smooth transition of ownership [5] - Stoneridge will provide parts from the Juarez facility during the transition, and CenterRock will supply electronics parts from its Suzhou facility [5] Strategic Focus Post-Sale - The sale allows Stoneridge to concentrate on its highest growth and return businesses, reducing organizational complexity [5][6] - The remaining portfolio will focus on advanced technologies and electronic solutions for global commercial vehicle and off-highway markets [8] - Stoneridge aims to expand its **Vision and Safety** systems, including products like **MirrorEye** and **Connected Trailer** technologies [8][9] Growth Expectations - Stoneridge expects to achieve a **5-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR)** of **8%-12%** through 2030, significantly outpacing average end market growth by **2-3 times** [12] - The company is focused on new product development and expanding existing products into larger platforms [12] Financial Strategy - Net proceeds from the sale will be used to reduce debt and related interest expenses, creating immediate value for shareholders [6][14] - The company plans to amend its existing credit facility to align with its streamlined operations and future growth expectations [14] Operational Efficiency - Stoneridge is focused on gross margin expansion through quality-related cost improvements and material cost reductions [13] - The transaction is expected to streamline operations and redefine structural cost requirements [13] Future Outlook - Stoneridge is positioned to leverage its global footprint for growth, particularly in Brazil, where record OEM awards are anticipated [10][11] - The company is committed to a strong balance sheet and will provide updated guidance in early March [14] Additional Important Information - The call included a Q&A session where questions about tax implications, debt management, and operational reductions were addressed [17][18][20] - The company expressed excitement about the opportunities created by the transaction and its potential to drive long-term shareholder value [27]

Business Update Sale of Control Devices February 2, 2026 stoneridge.com © 2026 Non-GAAP Financial Measures This presentation contains information about the Company's financial results that is not presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP"). The Company provides Non- GAAP financial measure reconciliations to their closest GAAP financial measure, when all information is reasonably available to the Company at the date of the disclosure and management can ...

Core Viewpoint - Stoneridge, Inc. has completed the sale of its Control Devices segment to Center Rock Capital Partners for a base purchase price of $59 million, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet and focus on core growth platforms in Electronics and Brazil [1][2][3]. Financial Impact - The net cash proceeds from the sale will be used to repay debt and enhance the company's financial position [2]. - The transaction is expected to allow Stoneridge to amend its existing credit facility, facilitating a more appropriate capital structure post-transaction [4]. Strategic Focus - The sale is part of Stoneridge's long-term strategy to concentrate on technology solutions for global commercial vehicles and off-highway markets, specifically in Vision and Safety, Connectivity, and Vehicle Intelligence and Electronic Controls [3][4]. - The company anticipates continued growth in its Vision and Safety systems, including products like MirrorEye®, and plans to introduce new technologies to enhance vehicle safety and efficiency [4]. Growth Opportunities - Stoneridge is experiencing record business wins in its core growth platforms, particularly in Electronics and Stoneridge Brazil, which is becoming a critical engineering center for the company [3][4]. - The company aims to leverage its global relationships and technology to drive growth that outpaces its end markets, thereby creating shareholder value [4]. Future Plans - Stoneridge will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 results, providing further insights into its strategic direction and financial performance [5][6].

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Not for distribution to United States Newswire Services or for dissemination in the United States TORONTO, Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sparton Resources Inc. (TSXV-SRI) (“Sparton” or the “Company”) announces repricing of the Incentive Options granted as of December 12, 2025. Please see Sparton News Release dated December 12, 2025. New Incentive Options Repricing The company has awarded and approved effective December 12, 2025, the issuance of 4,200,000 incentive options to Directors, Officers, and Con ...

Core Viewpoint - Sparton Resources Inc. has announced the repricing of incentive options granted to Directors, Officers, and Consultants, effective December 12, 2025, with a new exercise price set at $0.05 per share for a period of three years [2]. Group 1: Incentive Options Repricing - The company has issued 4,200,000 incentive options that are vested immediately and allow the purchase of common shares at the new price of $0.05 per share until December 12, 2028 [2]. - The old options have been cancelled as part of this repricing process [2]. Group 2: Project Update - Drilling is currently in progress on the Quebec Pense Project claims, with new data from an Expert Geophysics Target EM survey expected to be available soon [3]. - Results from the ongoing drilling and the new survey will be reported when available [3].

Core Viewpoint - Sparton Resources Inc. has successfully completed a non-brokered private placement offering, raising a total of C$410,000 from both tranches, with the final tranche closing on December 12, 2025 [1] Group 1: Private Placement Details - The second closing involved the issuance of 5,285,715 National Flow-Through Share (NFTS) Units at C$0.035 per unit, generating proceeds of C$185,000 [2] - Each NFTS Unit consists of one common share and one-half of a non-flow-through Share Purchase Warrant (SPW), totaling 2,642,858 full SPWs, which allow the purchase of one common share at C$0.08 within 12 months [2] - Additionally, 500,000 non-flow-through share units (SU) were issued at C$0.03 per unit, each including one common share and one-half warrant, with a full warrant allowing the purchase of one common share at C$0.05 for up to 2 years [3] Group 2: Use of Proceeds - Gross proceeds from the NFTS issuance will be allocated exclusively for resource exploration expenses qualifying as "Canadian exploration expenses" and "flow-through mining expenditures" under the Income Tax Act [4] - The expenditures will be renounced to NFTS purchasers with an effective date no later than December 31, 2025, in an amount equal to or greater than the gross proceeds raised [4] - Proceeds will support exploration activities for the Company's Critical Metals projects in Ontario, particularly focusing on the Pense polymetallic metals project, which has identified mineralization of zinc, copper, and nickel [8] Group 3: Corporate Updates - The Company has awarded and approved the issuance of 4,200,000 incentive options to Directors, Officers, and Consultants, which vest immediately and allow the purchase of common shares at C$0.03 per share, valid for three years [9] - Drilling activities are ongoing on the Quebec Pense Project claims, with a new Expert Geophysics Target EM survey completed in previously unexamined areas [10]