Reimagining Retail to Address a Multi-Trillion-Dollar Market Opportunity with Fully Autonomous Smart StoresLAS VEGAS, Jan. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VenHub Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: VHUB) (“VenHub” or the “Company”), a leader in fully autonomous Smart Store technology, today announced that it has received approval to list its shares on the Nasdaq Global Market and will commence trading today under the ticker symbol “VHUB.” Revere Securities LLC is serving as financial advisor to the Company in connection wit ...

SINGAPORE, Jan. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCL Global Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ: GCL) (“GCL” or the “Company”), a leading provider of games and entertainment, today announced its financial results for the six months ended September 30, 2025. First Half FY 2026 Highlights Revenues of $98.7 million, up 93.9% from the prior year period.Gross Margin of 11.0% compared to 13.8% in first half fiscal year 2025.Net loss of $5.6 million, compared to net loss of $0.8 million in the same period last year.EBITDA loss of $ ...

Core Viewpoint - Alamos Gold Inc. has reported significant advancements in its underground exploration program at the Young-Davidson mine, highlighting the extension of high-grade gold mineralization in multiple zones, particularly in the hanging wall and syenite areas, which presents substantial upside potential for the company. Exploration Results - New high-grade gold mineralization has been identified in the South Syenite Zone, located 285 meters south of the Northgate Shaft, an area with limited historical drilling [2] - The Mid-Mine Hanging Wall Zones have shown extended high-grade gold mineralization, discovered in 2024, near existing infrastructure and south of current Mineral Reserves and Resources [2][12] - Expansion drilling in the Young-Davidson syenite continues to extend gold mineralization beyond existing Mineral Reserves and Resources, with notable intercepts including: - 16.36 g/t Au over 17.90 m, including 116.50 g/t Au over 1.00 m [3][11] - 9.15 g/t Au over 22.00 m, including 44.03 g/t Au over 3.00 m [3][15] - 10.12 g/t Au over 17.30 m, including 143.50 g/t Au over 1.00 m [3][16] Financial and Operational Highlights - The exploration spending at Young-Davidson totaled $13.1 million in 2025, with 34,080 meters of drilling across 81 holes, and 448 meters of underground exploration development completed [7][8] - The company has maintained a Mineral Reserve life of at least 13 years since 2011, indicating strong potential for continued resource availability [17] Future Plans - Drilling will continue in 2026 to further expand high-grade mineralization, particularly where it remains open to the east and up/down dip [10] - The focus will remain on extending mineralization within the Young-Davidson syenite and testing higher-grade gold mineralization in the hanging wall [8][9]

Core Insights - Brookfield Renewable Partners reported record financial results for 2025, highlighting its leadership in providing clean and reliable energy solutions to governments and corporations [2][3] - The company signed a Hydro Framework Agreement with Google to deliver up to 3,000 megawatts of hydro capacity, reflecting strong demand from hyperscalers for clean energy [4][7] Financial Performance - For the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, Brookfield Renewable reported Funds From Operations (FFO) of $1,334 million, or $2.01 per unit, representing a 10% increase year-over-year [3][4] - The net income attributable to unitholders for the same period was a loss of $19 million, compared to a loss of $464 million in 2024 [3][4] Operating Segments - The hydroelectric segment generated $607 million in FFO, up 19% year-over-year, driven by higher revenue and stronger generation in Canada and Colombia [4][7] - The wind and solar segments combined generated $648 million in FFO, benefiting from acquisitions and development activities [4][7] - The distributed energy, storage, and sustainable solutions segments contributed $614 million in FFO, nearly a 90% increase from the previous year [4][7] Strategic Initiatives - The company committed or deployed up to $8.8 billion across strategic technologies in core markets, enhancing its growth potential [5][6] - Brookfield Renewable executed a record ~$4.5 billion in asset recycling, generating expected proceeds that significantly exceeded invested capital [6][7] Capacity Expansion - The company delivered approximately 8,000 megawatts of new capacity globally in 2025, a 20% increase year-over-year, and expects to achieve a run-rate of ~10,000 megawatts per year by 2027 [7][8] - Brookfield Renewable's partnerships with leading corporates and governments are expected to drive further growth in large-scale clean energy solutions [5][7] Liquidity and Capital Structure - As of December 31, 2025, the company maintained $4.6 billion in available liquidity and completed over $37 billion in financings, optimizing its capital structure [9][14] - The company reaffirmed its BBB+ investment grade rating with major rating agencies during 2025 [14] Distribution Declaration - The next quarterly distribution is set at $0.392 per LP unit, reflecting a more than 5% increase, bringing the total annual distribution per unit to $1.568 [10][11]

Core Insights - Brookfield Business Partners reported a net income of $43 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, a significant improvement from a net loss of $109 million in 2024, indicating a recovery in financial performance [2][50] - The company generated over $2 billion from capital recycling initiatives and invested $700 million in four growth acquisitions during the year [2] - Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 was $2,409 million, down from $2,565 million in 2024, reflecting the impact of lower ownership in three businesses due to partial sales [3][4] Financial Performance - Net income (loss) attributable to Unitholders for Q4 2025 was $(4) million, compared to $(438) million in Q4 2024 [2] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2025 was $652 million, slightly down from $653 million in Q4 2024 [3] - The net income per limited partnership unit for 2025 was $(0.30), an improvement from $(0.50) in 2024 [2][44] Segment Performance - The Industrials segment achieved an Adjusted EBITDA of $1,281 million for 2025, a 10% increase compared to the previous year, excluding acquisitions and tax recoveries [4] - The Business Services segment's Adjusted EBITDA was $823 million for 2025, down from $832 million in 2024, but showed a 5% increase when excluding the impact of acquisitions and dispositions [6][7] - The Infrastructure Services segment reported an Adjusted EBITDA of $436 million for 2025, down from $606 million in 2024, impacted by the sale of operations [9] Strategic Initiatives - The company is nearing completion of a corporate reorganization aimed at enhancing global demand for its shares, with approval received from unitholders and the Supreme Court of British Columbia [12] - Brookfield Business Partners plans to acquire Fosber, a global provider of machinery for the corrugated packaging industry, for approximately $480 million, with BBU's share expected to be around $170 million [11] - A repurchase program has returned approximately $235 million to owners through the buyback of 8.8 million units and shares since its launch [13][14] Liquidity and Dividends - As of December 31, 2025, the company had approximately $2,135 million in liquidity, with pro forma liquidity estimated at $2,600 million after recent transactions [15] - Following the corporate reorganization, the company expects to declare a quarterly dividend of $0.0625 per share, with an annual dividend target of $0.25 per share [16][51]

Group 1: Board Composition and Elections - The Shareholders' Nomination Board proposes that Fingrid's Board of Directors consist of five members, with Eeva-Liisa Virkkunen, Leena Mörttinen, and Jero Ahola being re-elected for the next term [1] - Mika Lehtimäki and Christoffer Nyberg are proposed as new Board members [2] - Eeva-Liisa Virkkunen is proposed to be re-elected as Chair, and Leena Mörttinen as Deputy Chair of the Board [5] Group 2: Background of New Board Members - Mika Lehtimäki has been with Boliden Group since 2011 and previously worked at Outokumpu Oyj from 1997 to 2011 [2] - Christoffer Nyberg has held various positions at Mutual Pension Insurance Company Ilmarinen since 2020 and has prior experience at Ernst & Young Oy and Bank of Åland Plc [4] Group 3: Independence of Board Members - Eeva-Liisa Virkkunen, Jero Ahola, and Mika Lehtimäki are independent from the company and its significant shareholders, while Leena Mörttinen and Christoffer Nyberg are independent of the company but not of significant shareholders due to their employment [6] Group 4: Remuneration for Board Members - The proposed remuneration for Board members remains unchanged, with the Chair receiving EUR 3,000/month, the Vice Chair EUR 1,300/month, and other members EUR 1,000/month, plus a meeting fee of EUR 600 for attending meetings [6] Group 5: Additional Information - Further information about the proposed Board members is available on Fingrid's website, and the Nomination Board's proposals will be included in the invitation to the Annual General Meeting [7]

Core Viewpoint - The Shareholders' Nomination Board of Harvia Plc has proposed the composition and remuneration of the Board of Directors for the upcoming Annual General Meeting scheduled for April 15, 2026, including the re-election of current members and the election of a new member, Martin Richter [1][2][3]. Board Composition - The Nomination Board proposes that the number of members of the Board of Directors shall be seven [1]. - Current members Catharina Stackelberg-Hammarén, Petri Castrén, Anders Holmén, Hille Korhonen, Markus Lengauer, and Olli Liitola are recommended for re-election [2]. - Heiner Olbrich will not be available for re-election, and Martin Richter is proposed as a new member [3]. New Member Profile - Martin Richter, born in 1976, is currently the Country Manager and CEO at Peloton Interactive and has held various positions at Spotify, Zalando, Henkel, and Coca-Cola [4]. - He holds a Master's degree in Economics and Social Sciences and an MBA from the University of Lüneburg, bringing over 20 years of international experience in consumer businesses [5]. Board Independence and Expertise - All proposed members have consented to their appointments and are independent of the company and major shareholders [6]. - The Nomination Board believes the proposed Board has the necessary expertise and competence to meet the company's strategic objectives [8][9]. Gender Representation - The proposed Board composition includes only two women, which deviates from the Corporate Governance Code's recommendation for a minimum of three women on a seven-member Board [10]. Remuneration Structure - The proposed remuneration for the Chair of the Board is EUR 5,500 per month, for the Deputy Chair EUR 4,000, and for other members EUR 3,500 [13]. - Committee chairs will receive EUR 1,400 per meeting, while other committee members will receive EUR 900 per meeting [14]. - The remuneration will be paid 40% in company shares and 60% in cash, with specific conditions for share transfers [16][17]. Travel and Meeting Fees - Members residing outside Finland will receive a separate meeting fee of EUR 900 for attending meetings in person [18]. - Travel expenses will be compensated according to the company's travel policy [19]. Nomination Board Composition - The Nomination Board is chaired by Josefin Degerholm, with other members from various financial institutions [20]. - The proposals made by the Nomination Board were unanimous and will be included in the notice for the 2026 Annual General Meeting [21]. Company Overview - Harvia is a leading company in the global sauna and spa market, with a revenue of EUR 175.2 million in 2024 and approximately 700 employees across multiple countries [22][23].

Core Insights - LyondellBasell reported a net loss of $738 million for the full year 2025, with diluted earnings per share of $(2.34), and a fourth quarter net loss of $140 million, or $(0.45) per diluted share [5][9][7] - The company achieved $800 million in cash improvements in 2025, exceeding its target of $600 million, and is targeting an additional $500 million by the end of 2026 [4][6] - EBITDA for 2025 was $1.1 billion, or $2.5 billion excluding identified items, reflecting the impact of challenging market conditions [9][5] Financial Performance - Sales and other operating revenues for Q4 2025 were $7.091 billion, down from $7.727 billion in Q3 2025 and $7.808 billion in Q4 2024 [1] - Full year 2025 net income excluding identified items was $563 million, with diluted earnings per share of $1.70 [4][9] - The company generated $2.3 billion in cash from operating activities with a cash conversion rate of 95% [5][32] Market Conditions - The petrochemical markets faced significant challenges in 2025, including global trade disruptions, falling oil prices, and increased capacity that outpaced demand growth [11] - North American polyethylene margins were compressed due to higher feedstock costs and trade issues, while European margins declined due to competition from imports [11][8] Strategic Initiatives - The company is focusing on operational excellence and safety, with record safety performance reported [6][12] - LyondellBasell plans to invest $1.2 billion in capital expenditures for 2026, emphasizing safe operations and ongoing projects like MoReTec-1 [13] - The Cash Improvement Plan has been expanded to target $1.3 billion by the end of 2026, reflecting a commitment to financial performance [16][4] Outlook - The company anticipates continued volatility in feedstock and energy prices entering Q1 2026, with expectations for improved polyethylene demand as seasonal trends unfold [14][15] - Operating rates are being aligned with global demand, with plans to operate various assets at approximately 75-85% capacity [15]

Core Viewpoint - Strawberry Fields REIT, Inc. will report its year-end 2025 financial results on February 19, 2026, after market close, followed by a conference call on February 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss these results [1][2]. Company Overview - Strawberry Fields REIT, Inc. is a self-administered real estate investment trust focused on the ownership, acquisition, development, and leasing of skilled nursing and other healthcare-related properties [3]. - The company's portfolio consists of 143 healthcare facilities with over 15,600 beds, located across several states including Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas [3]. - The 143 facilities include 131 skilled nursing facilities, 10 assisted living facilities, and two long-term acute care hospitals [3].

Core Insights - Banco Santander Chile reported a strong financial performance for the twelve-month period ending December 31, 2025, with a net income attributable to shareholders of Ch$ 1.053 billion, reflecting a 22.8% year-over-year increase and a return on average equity (ROAE) of 23.5% [2][3] Financial Performance - The bank's operating income increased by 10.2% year-over-year, driven by improved net interest margins, higher fees, and better financial transaction results [2] - Compared to the previous quarter, net income attributable to shareholders rose by 3.2% quarter-over-quarter, supported by improved margins and effective cost control [3] - The net interest margin (NIM) improved to 4.0% in 12M25, up from 3.6% in 12M24, due to a reduction in funding costs from 4.7% to 3.8% [4] Customer Growth - The total customer base expanded by 6.9% year-over-year, reaching approximately 4.6 million customers, with nearly 2.3 million being digital customers [6] - The bank maintained a strong market share in current accounts at 21.8% as of November 2025, driven by increased demand for US dollar accounts [7] Fee and Efficiency Metrics - Net commissions increased by 8.9% in 12M25, resulting in a recurrence ratio of 63.7%, indicating that over half of the bank's expenses are financed by customer-generated fees [8] - The efficiency ratio improved to 36.0% in 12M25, down from 39.0% in the previous year, despite a 1.8% increase in total operating expenses [9] Capital and Ratings - The Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio stood at 11.0%, with a capital generation of 50 basis points for the year, while the BIS ratio reached 16.9% [10] - Banco Santander Chile holds high credit ratings from various agencies, including A2 from Moody's and A- from Standard & Poor's, all with a stable outlook [11] Asset and Loan Metrics - As of December 31, 2025, the bank's total assets amounted to US$ 75.6 billion, with total gross loans at US$ 45.4 billion and total deposits at US$ 33.9 billion [12]