Core Insights - AutoZone, Inc. reported net sales of $4.5 billion for Q3 FY2025, reflecting a 5.4% increase from the same period in FY2024 [1][13] - Same store sales showed a mixed performance, with domestic sales increasing by 5.0% while international sales decreased by 9.2% [1][25] - The company opened 84 new stores during the quarter, bringing the total store count to 7,516 across the U.S., Mexico, and Brazil [6][23] Financial Performance - Gross profit margin decreased to 52.7%, down 77 basis points year-over-year, impacted by higher inventory shrink and startup costs for new distribution centers [2][3] - Operating profit fell by 3.8% to $866.2 million, and net income decreased by 6.6% to $608.4 million, with diluted earnings per share at $35.36 [3][13] - The company repurchased 70,000 shares at an average price of $3,571, totaling $250.3 million, with $1.1 billion remaining under its share repurchase authorization [3][22] Inventory and Sales Metrics - Inventory increased by 10.8% year-over-year, driven by new store growth and same store sales initiatives, with net inventory per store improving to negative $142 thousand [4][26] - Total auto parts sales reached $4.38 billion, a 5.3% increase compared to the previous year [24] - Sales per average store were $586, and sales per average square foot were $87 for the quarter [23][24] Strategic Outlook - The company remains optimistic about its growth strategy, particularly in domestic and international DIY and commercial sales, despite currency pressures [5] - AutoZone plans to continue investing in new distribution centers to improve gross margins and drive higher merchandise margins [5] - The company is well-prepared for the summer selling season and aims to achieve targeted returns on capital for its investments [5]

Core Viewpoint - Brazil Potash Corp. has successfully launched its Brazilian Depositary Receipts (BDRs) on the B3 stock exchange, allowing Brazilian investors to participate in the ownership of the company and its Autazes Potash Project, which aims to reduce Brazil's fertilizer import dependence [1][2][3] Group 1: BDR Launch and Impact - The BDRs will begin trading on May 26, 2025, under the ticker symbol GROP31, enhancing the company's visibility in both North American and Brazilian capital markets [1][3] - The BDR program aligns with Brazil's National Fertilizer Plan, which targets reducing fertilizer import dependence from 85% to 45% by 2050 [2] - Each BDR represents one common share of Brazil Potash, which continues to trade on the NYSE American under the ticker symbol GRO [3] Group 2: Project Significance and Production - The Autazes Project aims to supply sustainable fertilizers to Brazil, a major agricultural exporter, which imported over 95% of its potash fertilizer in 2021 [5] - Brazil Potash plans to produce up to 2.4 million tons of potash annually, potentially meeting approximately 20% of Brazil's current potash demand [5] - The project is expected to mitigate around 1.4 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions per year by reducing reliance on imported potash [5] Group 3: Strategic Partnerships and Logistics - The potash produced will be transported primarily using low-cost river barges in partnership with Amaggi, a significant player in Brazil's agricultural logistics [5] - Banco Bradesco S.A. will act as the depositary institution for the BDR program, which is governed by relevant regulations [4]

Core Points - Castellum, Inc. is a cybersecurity, electronic warfare, and software engineering services company focused on the federal government [5][6] - The 2025 Annual Meeting of stockholders is scheduled for May 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time [1][5] - Stockholders of record as of March 21, 2025, are entitled to notice and vote at the meeting [1][5] Meeting Details - The meeting will take place at the offices of Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in Tysons, VA, and will be conducted both in person and virtually via live audio conference [2] - Stockholders can access the live audio conference call by dialing 1 (800) 715-9871 or 1 (646) 307-1963, with the conference identification number being 9842123 [2] Post-Meeting Activities - After the meeting, Castellum's management will conduct an informal presentation followed by a Q&A session [3] - A copy of the informal presentation will be available on the company's website under the "Investor" tab [3]

27 May 2025. The Republic of Iceland (the "Offeror") announces today the results of its invitation to holders of its €500,000,000 0.625 per cent. Notes due 3 June 2026 (ISIN: XS2182399274) (of which €500,000,000 in aggregate nominal amount is outstanding as at the date hereof) (the "Notes") to tender their Notes for purchase by the Offeror for cash (such invitation, the "Offer"). The Offer was announced on 19 May 2025 and was made on the terms and subject to the conditions contained in the tender offer mem ...

/ NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES / TORONTO, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV: FLT; OTCQX: TAKOF; Frankfurt: A2JEQU) (“Volatus”, or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative aerial intelligence and logistics solutions, is proud to announce that Transport Canada has granted the Company additional nationwide Special Flight Operations Certificates (SFOC) that dramatically expand the scope and flexibility of Vo ...

Koné project construction on-budget and on-schedule • Strong continued exploration focus • Robust liquidity sourcesCONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES Over 2.0 million hours worked without a Lost Time Injury, with more than 2,100 employees and contractors on-siteWell on track for first gold pour in Q2-2027 and on budget with over $304 million of capital committed as at today, representing approximately 36% of the total capital expenditure, with prices in line with expectationsCIL ring beams were completed two months ah ...

Core Viewpoint - PDD Holdings is focusing on substantial investments in its platform ecosystem to support merchants and consumers, which has impacted short-term profitability but aims to strengthen long-term growth and sustainability [3]. Financial Performance - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were RMB 95,672.2 million (US$ 13,184.0 million), representing a 10% increase from RMB 86,812.1 million in Q1 2024 [5]. - Revenues from online marketing services increased by 15% to RMB 48,722.2 million (US$ 6,714.1 million) compared to RMB 42,456.2 million in Q1 2024 [8]. - Revenues from transaction services rose by 6% to RMB 46,950.0 million (US$ 6,469.9 million) from RMB 44,355.8 million in the same quarter of 2024 [8]. Cost and Profitability - Total costs of revenues increased by 25% to RMB 40,947.1 million (US$ 5,642.7 million) from RMB 32,694.7 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to higher fulfillment and payment processing fees [6]. - Operating profit decreased by 38% to RMB 16,085.6 million (US$ 2,216.7 million) from RMB 25,973.7 million in Q1 2024 [10]. - Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders fell by 47% to RMB 14,741.8 million (US$ 2,031.5 million) from RMB 27,997.8 million in the same quarter of 2024 [11]. Operating Expenses - Total operating expenses rose by 37% to RMB 38,639.5 million (US$ 5,324.7 million) from RMB 28,143.7 million in Q1 2024, mainly due to increased sales and marketing expenses [9]. - Sales and marketing expenses increased by 43% to RMB 33,402.7 million (US$ 4,603.0 million) from RMB 23,410.7 million in Q1 2024 [16]. Cash Flow and Assets - Net cash generated from operating activities was RMB 15,516.9 million (US$ 2,138.3 million), down from RMB 21,067.2 million in Q1 2024 [12]. - As of March 31, 2025, cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaled RMB 364.5 billion (US$ 50.2 billion), an increase from RMB 331.6 billion as of December 31, 2024 [13]. Shareholder Metrics - Basic earnings per ADS were RMB 10.59 (US$ 1.46) and diluted earnings per ADS were RMB 9.94 (US$ 1.37), compared to RMB 20.33 and RMB 18.96 in Q1 2024 [12]. - Non-GAAP diluted earnings per ADS were RMB 11.41 (US$ 1.56), down from RMB 20.72 in the same quarter of 2024 [31].

TORONTO, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RX Gold Corporation (TSX: TRX) (NYSE American: TRX) (the “Company” or “TRX Gold”) has filed on SEDAR+ a Technical Report prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) on the Buckreef Gold Project (“Buckreef Gold”), titled Preliminary Economic Assessment and Updated Mineral Resource Estimate of the Buckreef Gold Mine Project, Tanzania (“PEA”). The PEA supports disclosure made by the Company in its ...

Tel Aviv, Israel, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jeffs' Brands Ltd (“Jeffs’ Brands” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: JFBR, JFBRW), a data-driven e-commerce company operating on the Amazon Marketplace, is preparing for the official launch of its innovative artificial intelligence (“AI”)-powered pest control mobile application on the Apple iOS and Android platforms. The Fort app, designed by Fort Products Limited (“Fort”), the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, has successfully launched on the Apple App Store and ...

CALGARY, Alberta, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volt Lithium Corp. (TSXV: VLT | OTCQB: VLTLF | FSE: I2D) (“Volt” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that Marty Scase, Volt’s co-founder and Board member, has agreed to join the Volt management team as Executive Chairman. This leadership enhancement, combined with recent operational milestones, supports the Company's strategy to expand growth and commercial opportunities within the U.S. critical minerals sector. Volt also announces details of its upcom ...