Group 1 - Comstock Inc. has initiated an underwritten public offering for the sale of its common stock, with a potential 30-day option for the underwriter to purchase an additional 15% of the shares offered [1][2] - The net proceeds from the offering will be utilized for capital expenditures related to the commercialization of its first industry-scale facility for Comstock Metals, development expenses, and general corporate purposes, including paying off existing debt [1] - The offering is being conducted under an effective shelf registration statement previously filed with the SEC, and interested investors are encouraged to review the preliminary and final prospectus supplements for detailed information [3] Group 2 - Comstock Inc. focuses on innovating and commercializing technologies that support clean energy systems by extracting and converting under-utilized natural resources into reusable electrification metals, such as silver, aluminum, and copper [5] - The company aims to enhance its operational capabilities and financial position through this public offering, which is subject to market conditions [1][3]

Construction Activities - The Koné project is progressing on-budget and on-schedule, with the first gold pour expected in Q2-2027 [9][14][32] - Over 3.0 million hours have been worked without a Lost Time Injury, with more than 2,500 employees and contractors on-site [6][14][17] - As of June 30, 2025, a total of $339.2 million has been committed to the project, with $158.8 million disbursed, representing approximately 44% of the total estimated capital expenditure of $835 million [9][41] Exploration Activities - The exploration program for 2025 has been increased from 90,000 meters to 120,000 meters, with 83,280 meters already drilled in H1-2025 [12][43] - The focus is on delineating higher-grade resources, with a target of discovering at least 1 million ounces of Measured and Indicated Resources at a grade 50% higher than the Koné deposit before production begins [15][42] - An updated Mineral Resource Estimate was published on July 21, 2025, for the Gbongogo South and Koban North deposits, with further updates expected throughout the year [45][46] Financial Position - As of June 30, 2025, the company had a consolidated cash balance of $99.9 million, up from $42.7 million at the end of Q1-2025 [38] - Total liquidity and available financing amounted to $734.8 million, including $593.8 million of undrawn financing [39] - Cash flows generated from financing activities increased significantly to $150.5 million in Q2-2025, driven by the partial drawdown of the Wheaton Stream [37]

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Gold Corp. (TSX: LGD; OTCQX: LGDTF) ("Liberty Gold" or the “Company”), is pleased to announce the appointment of Lauren Roberts to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2025. Chair of the Board, Greg Etter stated: “We are delighted to welcome Lauren to the Board. His deep industry knowledge and operational leadership experience will strengthen Board governance and strategic oversight as we execute on our strategic priorities, br ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Hospitality Group Inc. (OTCQX: MHGU), one of the nation’s premier franchise operators, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 29, 2025. Second Quarter 2025 Highlights Sales were $163.5 million compared to $172.4 million for the same period last year. Earnings from Operations were $3.0 million compared to $6.7 million for the same period last year. Net Earnings were $0.335 million compared to $3.0 million for the same ...

Core Points - Group 1 Automotive, Inc. declared a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share, consistent with a previously announced 6% increase in its annualized dividend rate from $1.88 per share in 2024 to $2.00 per share in 2025 [1][2] Share Repurchase Activity - The company reported year-to-date share repurchase activity of 447,373 shares at an average price of $416.60, totaling $186 million, which is approximately 3.4% of its outstanding common shares as of January 1, 2025 [3] - As of August 12, 2025, Group 1 had $290 million available under its current share repurchase authorization, with purchases to be made based on market conditions and other corporate considerations [3] Company Overview - Group 1 operates 259 automotive dealerships, 324 franchises, and 39 collision centers in the U.S. and U.K., offering 36 brands of automobiles [4] - The company sells new and used cars, arranges vehicle financing, sells service and insurance contracts, and provides automotive maintenance and repair services [4]

Core Insights - Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. reported strong operating and financial results for Q2 2025, with production averaging 131.8 Mboe/d, an 8% increase year over year, and a significant rise in funds from operations (FFO) to $191.3 million, or $0.95 per diluted share [3][5][11]. Production and Operations - Production volumes for Q2 2025 averaged 131,754 boe/d, consisting of 696,619 Mcf/d of natural gas and 15,650 bbl/d of NGLs, reflecting an 8% increase year over year [4][5]. - The company operated four drilling rigs in the Greater Sundance and Brazeau areas, with minor operational delays due to wet spring conditions [3][5]. - Peyto drilled 19 gross (17.7 net) wells and completed 19 gross (16.9 net) wells during the quarter, with total capital expenditures of $104.6 million [7][8]. Financial Performance - Funds from operations (FFO) increased by 24% year over year to $191.3 million, driven by low cash costs and a realized natural gas price after hedging of $3.53/Mcf, which is 57% higher than the AECO 7A benchmark [5][11]. - Earnings for the quarter totaled $87.8 million, a 71% increase compared to the previous year, with dividends to shareholders amounting to $66.0 million [5][6]. - Net debt was reduced by $39.9 million during the quarter, totaling $1.24 billion at the end of Q2 2025 [5][6]. Commodity Prices and Realizations - The realized natural gas price after hedging was $3.53/Mcf, significantly higher than the AECO 7A average of $1.96/GJ, due to effective hedging and market diversification [11][12]. - The average realized NGL price was $58.43/bbl, which included a realized hedging gain of $3.68/bbl [12][13]. Cost Management - Total cash costs for the quarter were $1.31/Mcfe, a 13% decrease from the previous year, attributed to lower royalties and interest costs [13][14]. - Operating costs increased slightly to $0.54/Mcfe, primarily due to higher property taxes and government expenses [13][14]. Capital Expenditures and Future Plans - Peyto's capital guidance for 2025 remains unchanged at $450 to $500 million, with plans to ramp up production in Q4 2025 in anticipation of higher winter natural gas prices [24][23]. - The company is actively pursuing drilling in profitable locations, including Notikewin and Falher formations, and has commenced construction of a new compressor station to enhance operational efficiency [20][21]. Market Outlook - The company maintains a bullish outlook on long-term natural gas prices, supported by the start-up of LNG Canada and increasing demand from AI-driven data centers [23][24]. - Peyto's diversified market exposure and hedging strategies are expected to provide revenue security and mitigate price risks [18][23].

Core Insights - M-tron Industries, Inc. reported strong financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2025, highlighting significant revenue growth and an increase in backlog, indicating robust demand for its products and solutions [1][2][10] Financial Performance - Revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2025, were $13.3 million, a 12.5% increase from $11.8 million in the same period of 2024 [2][3] - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, revenues reached $26.0 million, up 13.1% from $23.0 million in the prior year [2][7] - Gross margin for the second quarter of 2025 was 43.6%, down from 46.6% in the same quarter of 2024, primarily due to product mix and tariffs [4][6] - Net income for the second quarter of 2025 was $1.6 million, or $0.53 per diluted share, compared to $1.7 million, or $0.63 per diluted share, in the prior year, reflecting a decrease of 10.6% [5][8] - Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter was $2.4 million, a decrease of 4.1% from $2.5 million in the same quarter of 2024 [6][9] Backlog and Demand - The backlog as of June 30, 2025, was $61.2 million, representing a 35.0% increase from $45.3 million a year earlier, driven by strong demand in aerospace and defense programs [10][12] Management Commentary - The Interim CEO expressed optimism about the company's performance, citing strong revenue growth and a significant increase in backlog as indicators of future success [2]

Group 1 - Clairvest Group Inc. announced the election of its directors at the Annual General Meeting held on August 12, 2025, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada [1] - Each director was elected by a majority of votes cast by shareholders, with detailed voting results provided for each nominee [1] - The nominees included John Barnett, Michael Bregman, Anne-Mette de Place Filippini, Joseph E. Fluet, G. John Krediet, William F. Morneau, B. Jeffrey Parr, Kenneth B. Rotman, Lionel H. Schipper, Les Viner, Michael Wagman, and Peter Zemsky [1] Group 2 - Clairvest's mission is to partner with entrepreneurs to build strategically significant businesses, and it was founded in 1987 by successful Canadian entrepreneurs [2] - The company is a top-performing private equity management firm with over CAD $4.5 billion of capital under management [2] - Clairvest has initiated investments in 69 different platform companies and has generated top quartile performance over an extended period under the current management team [2]

Core Insights - Clairvest Group Inc. reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with a book value increase and significant net income driven by private equity investments [2][10]. Financial Performance - As of June 30, 2025, Clairvest's book value was CAD 1,260 million or CAD 88.94 per share, up from CAD 1,252 million or CAD 88.30 per share as of March 31, 2025 [2][10]. - The net income for the quarter was CAD 21.3 million, translating to CAD 1.51 per share, reflecting a robust performance in the investment portfolio [2][10]. - Total assets increased to CAD 1,447.2 million from CAD 1,429.4 million, while total liabilities rose to CAD 187.4 million from CAD 177.8 million [11]. Cash and Investments - Cash, cash equivalents, and temporary investments amounted to CAD 201 million, with an additional CAD 120 million held by acquisition entities, totaling CAD 321 million, which is approximately 25% of the book value [3]. - During the quarter, Clairvest invested CAD 43 million in two new deals and a follow-on investment, including a CAD 32.1 million investment in NCS Engineers and a CAD 100.6 million investment in Beneficial Reuse Management [4][6]. Dividends - Subsequent to the quarter end, Clairvest declared an annual ordinary dividend of CAD 0.10 per share and a special dividend of CAD 0.7830 per share, totaling 1% of the March 31, 2025 book value [8].

Core Viewpoint - Signing Day Sports, Inc. has made significant progress in strengthening its financial position, with a focus on reducing liabilities and improving cash reserves, despite a consistent net loss year-over-year [3][4]. Financial Performance - As of June 30, 2025, total assets were approximately $1.4 million, exceeding total liabilities of approximately $1.1 million [2]. - Accounts payable decreased by 69.8% compared to December 31, 2024, and the company has fully repaid its outstanding loans [2]. - Cash and cash equivalents increased to approximately $657 thousand from approximately $181 thousand at December 31, 2024 [2]. - Revenue for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, was approximately $67 thousand, down from approximately $205 thousand in the same period of 2024, attributed to a decrease in event fee payments [4]. - Cost of revenues was approximately $5 thousand for the quarter, a decrease from approximately $62 thousand in the prior-year period, mainly due to reduced development labor costs [4]. - General and administrative expenses rose to approximately $1.6 million for the quarter, compared to approximately $1.3 million in the second quarter of 2024, driven by increased non-legal professional fees and salaries [5]. - The net loss for the quarter was $1.4 million, slightly higher than the net loss of approximately $1.3 million for the same period in 2024 [5]. Business Strategy - The company's primary goal for 2025 was to strengthen its financial foundation by reducing accounts payable and preserving cash, which has been successfully achieved [3]. - Streamlined operations and disciplined cost management are central to the company's strategy as it aims to improve long-term financial performance [3]. Company Overview - Signing Day Sports, Inc. focuses on aiding high school athletes in the recruitment process through its app, which allows athletes to create recruitment profiles with essential information for college coaches [7].