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Share Buyback Transaction Details February 19 – February 23, 2026
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 09:04
Core Viewpoint - Wolters Kluwer has successfully completed a share buyback program, repurchasing a total of 1,318,031 shares for €99.9 million in 2026 to date, with an average share price of €75.79 [2][4]. Share Buyback Details - From February 19 to February 23, 2026, the company repurchased 130,851 ordinary shares for €8.1 million at an average price of €61.90 [1]. - The previously disclosed agreement to repurchase €200 million in shares has been fulfilled, indicating strong capital management [2]. Company Overview - Wolters Kluwer reported annual revenues of €5.9 billion for 2024 and operates in over 180 countries with approximately 21,900 employees [4]. - The company is a leader in professional information solutions, software, and services across various sectors including healthcare, tax, accounting, and legal [3].
Nokia and AWS showcase industry-first agentic AI-powered network slicing with du and Orange
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 09:00
Core Insights - Nokia and AWS have launched the first agentic AI-powered 5G-Advanced network slicing solution, enabling telecommunication providers to deliver premium services dynamically based on real-world conditions [1][2][4] Group 1: Technology and Innovation - The agentic AI slicing solution utilizes real-world internet data to enable adaptive network slicing, enhancing service delivery for telecommunications providers [2][5] - This innovation allows for autonomous adjustments to network performance during unpredictable events, optimizing resource utilization and service quality [3][6] - The solution integrates Nokia's advanced network slicing capabilities with AWS's AI technologies, transforming network slicing into a business enabler for operators [4][9] Group 2: Applications and Use Cases - The agentic AI-powered slicing can support various applications, including critical services in manufacturing, IoT, smart cities, and emergency response [6][7] - It enhances network performance for premium customers during high-demand events, ensuring quality service for applications like gaming and streaming [6][7] - The solution is designed to anticipate customer needs and deliver tailored services across diverse use cases, from mission-critical applications to immersive entertainment [8][10] Group 3: Collaboration and Market Impact - du and Orange are the first telecommunications providers to pilot this innovative slicing solution in their networks [1][5] - The collaboration aims to unlock new revenue streams for operators by enabling real-time, intent-based service provisioning [4][11] - The integration of agentic AI with existing infrastructure allows for flexible and scalable network operations, enhancing overall service delivery [11]
Iceland Seafood International hf: Q4 and 2025 full year results
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 09:00
Financial Results Announcement - Iceland Seafood will publish its interim consolidated financial statements for Q4 and 2025 full-year results after the markets close on February 26th, 2026 [1] - An online meeting for investors and market participants will be held on the same day at 4:30 pm, where management will present and discuss the results [1] Investor Engagement - The online meeting will be streamed, allowing participants to send questions in writing before and during the meeting to the provided email address [1] - A link to the webcast and the investor presentation is available for access [2]
LIFT Signs Definitive Purchase Agreement with SOQUEM for a 25% Interest in the Galinée Property, Quebec
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 08:05
Core Viewpoint - Li-FT Power Ltd. has entered into a definitive purchase agreement with SOQUEM Inc. to acquire an additional 25% interest in the Galinée property, increasing its total interest to 75% [1][2] Group 1: Acquisition Details - The purchase agreement involves the issuance of 1,000,000 common shares to SOQUEM for the 25% interest in the Galinée Property [2] - The transaction is subject to approval from the TSX Venture Exchange and other customary closing conditions [2] Group 2: Company Overview - Li-FT Power Ltd. is focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of lithium pegmatite projects in Canada, with its flagship project being the Yellowknife Lithium Project in Northwest Territories [3] - The company also holds three early-stage exploration properties in Quebec and the Cali Project in Northwest Territories, which have potential for lithium pegmatite discoveries [3]
New Earth Resources Reports Ongoing Grid Sampling and Mapping at Lucky Boy Uranium Project
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 08:05
Core Insights - New Earth Resources Corp. is actively exploring its Lucky Boy uranium property, with recent geological fieldwork and sampling indicating potential for further mineralization [1][2][3] Exploration Activities - General exploration preparation began in late January 2026, involving grid soil sampling on 100-metre line spacing with 50-metre sample intervals, covering approximately 40% of the core area of known mineralization [2] - The company is encouraged by data suggesting that previous drilling in 2006 only tested the upper portions of the quartzite formation, indicating that deeper mineralization may exist [3] - Historic surface anomalies from Mobile Metallic Ion surveys in 2006 and radon gas surveys in 2023 suggest potential mineralization beneath an intrusive unit, with elevated radon values indicating a possible extension of uranium mineralization to the south and west [4] Ongoing Efforts - Current field efforts focus on completing grid soil sampling, detailed geological mapping, and identifying structural pathways for radon gas migration, with preliminary geochemical samples being sent for analysis [5] Company Overview - New Earth Resources Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration company with a focus on acquiring and developing both advanced and early-stage projects, including the 100% owned Lucky Boy Uranium Property in Arizona, which spans approximately 273 acres and has historical production from the 1950s and 1970s [7] - The company also holds options for additional claims in Quebec and Labrador, expanding its portfolio into rare earth elements [8]
Miata Intersects 11.3 m at 3.58 g/t Gold and Further Expands Jons Trend Footprint at the Sela Creek Gold Project, Suriname
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 08:01
Core Viewpoint - Miata Metals Corp. has reported significant drill results from the Jons Trend zone at its Sela Creek Gold Project in Suriname, indicating a 20% increase in the mineralized footprint and confirming the extension of higher-grade mineralization [2][4]. Group 1: Drill Results - The first four holes of the 2026 drill program have expanded the Jons Trend mineralized footprint by approximately 20%, increasing its lateral extent from 250 m to 300 m [2][6]. - Notable drill results include: - 32 m at 1.20 grams per tonne (g/t) gold in hole 26DDH-JT-001 from 50 m, with a high-grade interval of 0.7 m at 31.37 g/t gold from 128.16 m [6][10]. - 11.3 m at 3.58 g/t gold in hole 26DDH-JT-002 from 180 m, including 0.9 m at 30.40 g/t gold [6][10]. - 17.3 m at 1.65 g/t gold in hole 26DDH-JT-004 from 39 m [6][10]. Group 2: Geological Insights - Jons Trend is characterized by a large, structurally controlled gold system with multiple gold zones, indicating both bulk-tonnage potential and discrete high-grade zones of mineralization [4][11]. - The mineralization is associated with extensive silicification and sulphide mineralization within shear zone intercepts, with high-grade intervals linked to quartz-chlorite-pyrite-pyrrhotite extensional veins [8][11]. Group 3: Future Exploration - The company is utilizing a second drill rig to continue systematic expansion drilling at Jons Trend while also testing multiple high-priority targets across the concession, such as Puma, Big Berg, and Cambior [4][16]. - Sela Creek is increasingly demonstrating the characteristics of a potentially district-scale gold system, with substantial exploration upside remaining [4][16].
Aebi Schmidt Group closes 2025 with exceptional order momentum, record Order Backlog, and significantly improved profitability; provides 2026 Financial Guidance and Board Update
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 08:00
Core Insights - Aebi Schmidt Group reported strong preliminary financial results for Q4 and full year 2025, highlighting exceptional order momentum and a record order backlog, positioning the company for growth in 2026 [1][4][5] Financial Performance - The Group's order intake in Q4 2025 increased by 46% compared to Q4 2024, with a record order backlog exceeding $1.2 billion, indicating a solid foundation for growth in 2026 [4][5] - Net sales for Q4 2025 reached $528 million, a 6% increase from $500 million in Q4 2024, while full year net sales totaled $1.907 billion, reflecting a 2% increase from 2024 [4][5] - Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 is expected to be slightly above the midpoint of the guidance range of $145 million to $165 million [4][5] 2026 Financial Outlook - For 2026, the company anticipates net sales between $1.95 billion and $2.15 billion, with adjusted EBITDA projected at $175 million to $195 million, driven by a recovery in walk-in-van orders and merger synergies [4][6] - The company expects significant organic growth and improved profitability, particularly in the second half of 2026, supported by a ramp-up in production [4][6] Board of Directors Update - The Board announced the nomination of Barend Fruithof, the Group CEO, for election as Chairman of the Board at the 2026 Annual General Meeting, with current Chairman Jim Sharman and Board member Peter Spuhler not standing for re-election [8][9][10] - The Board will reduce in size to eight members following the 2026 AGM, with Terri Pizzuto expected to become Vice Chairman and Andreas Rickenbacher as Lead Independent Director [10]
WALLIX reinforces its strategic footprint in the Middle East as demand for digital sovereignty accelerates
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 08:00
Core Insights - WALLIX has achieved 10 years of sustained growth in the Middle East, with a reported 37% growth in recurring revenue across EMEA (excluding France) in 2025, driven by approximately 40% growth in the Middle East–Africa region [1][3] - The company emphasizes its commitment to digital sovereignty, providing solutions that comply with local data governance and regulatory requirements while promoting an independent European approach to cybersecurity [4][6] Group 1: Company Performance - The Middle East–Africa region is now WALLIX's second-largest geographic area and the leading contributor within EMEA, with growth close to 40% [3] - Significant contracts have been secured in the Middle East, particularly in securing industrial OT environments across utilities, healthcare, and construction sectors [3] Group 2: Local Presence and Strategy - WALLIX has established a strong regional footprint in the Middle East, supported by a local team and over 40 certified partners across Gulf countries [2] - The company employs a "Channel First" strategy, ensuring rapid access to solutions and close customer support [2] Group 3: Digital Sovereignty and Compliance - Digital sovereignty is a strategic imperative for organizations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with WALLIX providing solutions that protect critical assets while ensuring compliance with local regulations [4] - WALLIX's solutions are designed to preserve state autonomy and ensure full control over critical systems and sensitive data, adhering to internationally recognized standards such as ISO 27001 [4] Group 4: Product Offering - WALLIX One is a unified platform that supports organizations in securing complex IT and industrial OT environments, providing comprehensive identity and access protection [5][6] - The platform allows for various deployment options, including on-premises, cloud, hybrid, or managed services, tailored to the specific needs of organizations [6]
Avacta's pre|CISION Mechanism for Payload Delivery Shows Key Advantages Compared to an Antibody Drug Conjugate in Innovative AI-Driven Analysis
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 07:00
Core Viewpoint - Avacta Therapeutics has demonstrated that its proprietary pre|CISION platform offers significant advantages over the marketed antibody drug conjugate (ADC) Enhertu, with plans to initiate a clinical trial for FAP-Exd (AVA6103) in Q1 2026 [1][3]. Group 1: Clinical Data and Comparisons - The analysis compares the delivery profile of pre|CISION FAP-cleavable payload with Enhertu, which is approved for breast and gastric cancer [3]. - The pre|CISION platform shows three key advantages: faster drug penetration into tumors, a higher maximum drug concentration in tumors, and a nearly three-fold higher Tumor Selectivity Index compared to Enhertu [4][9]. - The maximum concentration (Cmax) of FAP-Exd in tumor tissue occurs within minutes, while T-Dxd reaches its maximum concentration at 24 hours [9]. Group 2: Mechanism and Efficacy - The pre|CISION delivery mechanism is designed to selectively deliver potent payloads to tumors while minimizing exposure to normal tissues, enhancing safety and effectiveness [11][13]. - The analysis indicates that FAP-Exd shows higher activity in tumor models with low FAP expression compared to T-Dxd's variable activity at low HER2 expression levels [7]. - Deep and durable responses were observed with FAP-Exd, persisting for weeks after a three-dose regimen [7]. Group 3: Future Plans and Innovations - Avacta plans to present these findings at an upcoming scientific congress and submit them to a peer-reviewed journal [8]. - The use of AI to create a synthetic comparator arm for data analysis highlights the innovative approach of the company's research team [5][6].
Elis: Disclosure of trading in own shares occured from February 16 to February 20, 2026
Globenewswire· 2026-02-24 07:00
Core Viewpoint - Elis has conducted a share buyback program from February 16 to February 20, 2026, in accordance with EU regulations, aimed at covering employee share plans and obligations related to convertible bonds [2][3]. Summary by Sections Share Buyback Details - The total number of shares purchased during the buyback period is 426,820 shares, with a weighted average price of €27.4698 [2][3]. - The buyback transactions were executed on various platforms, including XPAR, DXE, TQE, and AQE, with daily volumes and prices varying across the days [2]. Purpose of Share Buybacks - The primary purposes of the share buyback operations include: 1. Covering maturing performance share plans and allocating free shares to employees as part of the "Elis for All 2026" international employee shareholding plan. 2. Meeting obligations related to the delivery of treasury shares under the potential conversion of Bonds Convertible into New Shares and/or Exchangeable for Existing Shares (OCEANEs) due September 22, 2029. 3. Canceling any remaining shares in accordance with the resolution from the Combined General Meeting held on May 22, 2025 [3].