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Marquette National Corporation Declares a Dividend of $0.31 per Share
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 09:00
Core Points - Marquette National Corporation announced a cash dividend of $0.31 per share, payable on January 2, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 19, 2025 [1] - The Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program of up to $1,000,000 from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with the previous program ending on December 31, 2025 [2] - Marquette National Corporation has total assets of $2.2 billion and operates as a diversified bank holding company through its subsidiary, Marquette Bank, which offers a range of financial services [3] Company Overview - Marquette Bank serves communities in Chicagoland with 20 branches and provides services including retail banking, real estate lending, trust, insurance, investments, wealth management, and business banking [3]
PCI Biotech update
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 08:35
Core Insights - PCI Biotech is currently evaluating a new bioprocessing technology under a material transfer agreement, with no financial terms disclosed [1] - The company's future is heavily dependent on the ongoing technology evaluation, and there are currently no discussions regarding strategic alternatives [2] - The liquidity position of PCI Biotech is critical, raising doubts about its ability to continue as a going concern [2] - The management structure has been streamlined, with only the CEO position remaining in the parent company, while the subsidiary has opted not to have a CEO [3] Company Overview - PCI Biotech is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing new technologies and therapies through its photochemical technology platform, which is based on research from Oslo University Hospital [4] - The technology platform includes two main areas: Photochemical lysis (PCL) for enhancing yield and purity in viral vector manufacturing, and Photochemical internalization (PCI) for enabling light-triggered endosomal release [4]
Q3, 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 08:29
Core Viewpoint - The interim report for Q3 2025 indicates improved financial performance for Glunz & Jensen, attributed to the successful implementation of Plan 2026, which focuses on operational consolidation and new market strategies [3][8]. Financial Performance - Revenue for YTD Q3 2025 reached DKK 108.7 million, an increase from DKK 95.1 million in YTD Q3 2024 [8]. - EBITDA for YTD Q3 2025 was DKK 14.2 million, up from DKK 8.1 million in the same period last year [8]. - Profit before tax for YTD Q3 2025 stood at DKK 9.6 million, compared to DKK 3.4 million in YTD Q3 2024 [8]. Strategic Initiatives - Plan 2026 includes operational consolidation, a focus on purchasing parts and materials, an updated go-to-market approach, new product launches, and organizational adjustments [3]. - The company is undergoing a formal review process for the potential sale of Selandia Park A/S, including market assessments and identifying potential buyers [5][6]. Market Outlook - Glunz & Jensen will provide an updated 2025 outlook if there are material deviations from the previously communicated guidance [4]. - The company is uncertain about the impact of trade tariffs on demand for its equipment and services [4]. Asset Management - A professional broker has been contracted to facilitate the sale of Selandia Park A/S, with expectations of a selling price exceeding the current fair value of DKK 147.2 million [6]. - The Board of Directors reserves the right to wait for the optimal buyer and sales agreement, which may take 12-18 months to finalize [7].
First Atlantic Nickel Reports Phase 2X Results from Pipestone XL Nickel Alloy Project: Drilling Proves 800 Meters of Newly Expanded 4km Target at RPM Zone, Doubling Strike Length
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 08:01
Core Insights - First Atlantic Nickel Corp. has reported significant drilling results from the Pipestone XL Nickel Alloy Project, confirming a 800-meter strike length of magnetically recoverable awaruite nickel mineralization within an expanded 4-kilometer target area. Group 1: Drill Results and Target Area Expansion - Drill hole AN-25-08 has successfully doubled the drill-confirmed strike length of the RPM Zone to 800 meters, returning 480 meters averaging 1.35% nickel in magnetic concentrate, with an average magnetically recoverable nickel grade of 0.12% over the entire drill hole [4][14]. - The RPM Zone now encompasses an expanded 4-kilometer continuous target area, with Phase 2X drilling confirming magnetically recoverable awaruite nickel mineralization in all holes drilled to date [5][14]. - The integration of Phase 2X drilling results with surface sampling and geological mapping has refined the understanding of the westward-dipping ultramafic body hosting awaruite mineralization, indicating significant expansion potential in the remaining ~3.2 kilometers of the target area [3][5]. Group 2: Metallurgical Testing and Critical Minerals - Davis Tube Recovery (DTR) testing has shown that chromium and cobalt are magnetically recovered alongside nickel, with chromium values ranging from 1.27% to 2.3% across drill holes at the RPM Zone [11][27]. - The ongoing metallurgical development program aims to optimize magnetic separation processes to produce high-grade nickel concentrates while assessing the potential to recover chromium and cobalt as valuable byproducts, enhancing the strategic value of the project [11][29]. - The co-recovery of multiple critical minerals through simple magnetic processing could contribute to North American supply-chain security and reduce reliance on foreign sources [11][29]. Group 3: Future Drilling and Structural Understanding - The refined understanding of the westward-dipping structure from Phase 2X drilling will be applied to retarget the Super Gulp Zone, located ~10 kilometers north of the RPM Zone, with future eastward-oriented drilling expected to effectively test the true width of the mineralized structure [10][22]. - The successful results from drill holes AN-25-07 and AN-25-08 have confirmed the need for eastward-oriented drilling to optimize future exploration efforts across the project [7][10].
Siili Solutions Oyj - Managers' Transactions - Toropainen
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 08:00
Core Insights - Tuomas Toropainen, the Chief Financial Officer of Siili Solutions Oyj, has made an initial notification regarding a share acquisition [1] Group 1: Transaction Details - The transaction date is October 22, 2025, and it took place on NASDAQ HELSINKI LTD [1] - The nature of the transaction is an acquisition of shares [1] Group 2: Aggregated Transactions - A total of 21 aggregated transactions were reported, with a total volume of 5,425 shares [2] - The volume-weighted average price for these transactions was €4.78226 [2] - Individual transaction details include various volumes and unit prices, with the lowest unit price being €4.735 and the highest being €4.82 [2]
BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. Announces Q3-25 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 08:00
Core Insights - BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (Besi) reported a significant increase in orders for Q3-25, with bookings rising by 36.5% compared to Q2-25, indicating early signs of recovery in the assembly equipment market for the semiconductor industry [6][8][11] - Despite the increase in orders, revenue for Q3-25 decreased by 10.4% from Q2-25 and 15.3% from Q3-24, primarily due to ongoing weakness in mainstream assembly markets, particularly in mobile and automotive applications [6][8][9] - The company initiated a new €60 million share repurchase program, following the completion of a previous €100 million program, aimed at capital reduction and offsetting dilution from convertible notes and employee stock plans [10][14] Q3-25 Highlights - Revenue for Q3-25 was €132.7 million, down from €148.1 million in Q2-25 and €156.6 million in Q3-24 [5][8] - Orders totaled €174.7 million, reflecting a 36.5% increase from Q2-25 and a 15.1% increase from Q3-24 [5][8] - Gross margin was 62.2%, a decrease of 1.1 percentage points from Q2-25 and 2.5 percentage points from Q3-24, mainly due to adverse foreign exchange effects [5][8] - Net income for Q3-25 was €25.3 million, down 21.2% from Q2-25 and 45.9% from Q3-24 [5][8] Year-to-Date (YTD) 2025 Highlights - YTD revenue reached €425.0 million, a decrease of 6.4% compared to the same period in 2024 [9][10] - Total orders for YTD-25 were €434.6 million, down 6.5% from YTD-24, primarily due to lower bookings in hybrid bonding and mobile applications [9][10] - YTD net income was €88.8 million, a decline of 27.6% from the previous year, attributed to lower revenue and gross margins, as well as higher interest expenses [9][10] Q4-25 Outlook - Revenue is expected to increase by 15-25% compared to Q3-25, driven by improved order levels [11][12] - Gross margin is anticipated to range between 61-63%, while operating expenses are projected to rise by 5-10% due to increased R&D expenditures [11][12] Share Repurchase Activity - During Q3-25, the company repurchased approximately 192,000 shares for €23.1 million at an average price of €119.94 per share [12][14] - The new €60 million share repurchase program is set to be completed by October 2026, with the aim of reducing capital and offsetting dilution [10][14]
BUTTONS SOLEMATE AI Agent Super Audio-Visual Robot Debut: Pioneering the AI Agents Ecosystem to Redefine Future Living
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 07:37
Core Insights - BUTTONS has launched the world's first "BUTTONS SOLEMATE AI Agent Super Audio-Visual Robot" featuring the HALI AI agent, marking a significant advancement in intelligent luxury technology [1][2] - The introduction of SOLEMATE aims to redefine home interaction by integrating fashion and technology for improved living experiences [2] AI Agent Evolution - HALI's development began on November 14, 2024, evolving from a fashion AI agent to a "Life Collaborator" with spatial awareness and physical interaction capabilities [4] - Dr. Ling Shao outlines three stages of AI evolution: specialized AI agents, general-purpose AI agents, and super AI agents [5] - BUTTONS has achieved a breakthrough with HALI, which possesses a "Digital Brain" that enables a complete 'Perception-Reasoning-Action' capability loop in physical environments [6][7] Spatial Intelligence - HALI's spatial intelligence allows it to understand problems in terms of location, state, and reasoning, utilizing multi-sensor fusion and 3D environment modeling [9] - The agent can recognize contextual scenarios, such as preemptively warning about a cup about to be knocked over, showcasing its general intelligent traits [9] Interaction Paradigm Shift - The "Native" concept of HALI signifies a shift from being a mere tool to becoming a partner, focusing on space-centric interaction, memory, and planning [10] - HALI aims to facilitate multi-modal interaction and device collaboration, acting as a reliable "Life Collaborator" [11] Product Features - The SOLEMATE combines HALI's capabilities with physical form, featuring luxury materials, a 21.5-inch touchscreen, Hi-Fi audio, and a 4K laser projector [14] - It offers intelligent interaction with proactive learning capabilities and centimeter-precise autonomous navigation through dual-laser SLAM technology [14] Future Vision - BUTTONS envisions an ecosystem centered around HALI, integrating various smart devices to create a "Unified Brain" network [15] - The evolution of HALI into a "spatial intelligence-native executable agent" indicates a move towards genuine human-machine symbiosis, where technology seamlessly integrates into daily life [17]
Webcast details for Orrön Energy’s Q3 presentation
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 07:00
Core Insights - Orrön Energy AB will release its financial report for Q3 2025 on November 5, 2025, at 07:30 CET, followed by a webcast at 14:00 CET where the CEO and CFO will discuss the report and recent developments [1][2] Company Overview - Orrön Energy is an independent, publicly listed renewable energy company under the Lundin Group, with a core portfolio of high-quality, cash flow-generating assets in the Nordics and growth opportunities in the UK, Germany, and France [2] - The company has significant financial capacity for further growth and acquisitions, supported by a major shareholder and a management team with a proven track record in successful business investments [2]
21shares Expands European Lineup with Three New ETPs Offering Exposure to AI, Onchain Credit, and DeFi Yield
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 07:00
Core Insights - 21Shares AG has launched three new physically backed crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs), increasing its total European offering to 54 products [1][2][5] Group 1: New Product Launches - The new ETPs include Bittensor (ATAO), Maple Finance (SYRUP), and Pendle (APEN), targeting decentralized AI, blockchain-based credit, and onchain yield markets respectively [2][3][4] - Bittensor serves as a decentralized platform for AI, rewarding high-performing services with its native token TAO, which has a fixed supply similar to Bitcoin [2] - Maple Finance connects institutional lenders and vetted borrowers through a blockchain-based infrastructure, with over $10 billion in total loan originations and $100 million in interest distributed to lenders [3] - Pendle allows investors to separate principal and yield components of yield-bearing assets, facilitating trading of interest rates and fixing future yields [4] Group 2: Strategic Positioning - The launches enhance 21Shares' position as the leading crypto ETP issuer in Europe, providing institutional-grade access to transformative segments of the digital asset economy [2][5] - The company aims to bridge traditional finance and decentralized finance, making cryptocurrency more accessible to investors [6]
AFARAK GROUP: PRODUCTION REPORT Q3 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-10-23 07:00
Core Insights - Afarak Group reported a 51.4% decrease in overall production for Q3 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, primarily due to reduced mining activity in South Africa following the sale of the Zeerust mine [3][8]. Production Summary - Specialty segment production increased by 23% compared to Q3 2024, with Specialty Alloys production rising by 28.3% year-on-year [2][4]. - Processing volumes saw a 24.4% increase in Q3 2025 compared to the same quarter of the previous year [4]. - Mining activity in South Africa dropped significantly by 67.9% year-on-year, while Turkish mining activity increased by 41.3% over the same period [8]. Demand and Price Trends - Demand for Chrome Ore remains strong in China, with major South African ferro-chrome producers reducing production, leading to higher ore exports and increased ferro-chrome production in China [5]. - Cr Ore prices in China improved during Q3 2025, and world market prices for both high and low carbon ferrochrome are gradually recovering [6]. Challenges and Opportunities - The weakening of the US dollar is impacting the bottom line for chrome products, which are traded as US dollar commodities [6]. - Discussions regarding a possible export quota for Chrome Ore from South Africa have recently resumed, indicating potential regulatory changes [6].