QUAKERTOWN, Pa., Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QNB Corp. (the “Company” or “QNB”) (OTC Bulletin Board: QNBC), the parent company of QNB Bank (the “Bank”), reported net income for the fourth quarter of 2024 of $3,051,000, or $0.83 per share on a diluted basis. This compares to net income of $1,134,000, or $0.31 per share on a diluted basis, for the same period in 2023. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, QNB reported net income of $11,488,000, or $3.12 per share on a diluted basis. This compar ...

As a board member, Beckwith will support CalChamber’s work at the state and federal levels for policies to strengthen California.RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif., Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Five Star Bancorp (Nasdaq: FSBC) (“Five Star” or the “Company”), a holding company that operates through its wholly owned banking subsidiary, Five Star Bank, today announced that its President and CEO James Beckwith has been elected to the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) Board of Directors. Effective January 1, ...

RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif., Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Five Star Bancorp (NASDAQ:FSBC) ("Five Star" or the "Company"), a holding company that operates through its wholly owned banking subsidiary, Five Star Bank, today announced that its President and CEO James Beckwith has been elected to the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) Board of Directors. Effective January 1, 2025, Beckwith will serve a three-year term on the board. "We draw strength from the diversity of our board members in our mutual ...

Dublin, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "World Encyclopedia of Environmental History 2025" directory has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. While the relationship between man and nature has been a constant feature of the human situation, the human impact on the environment has only recently because a topic of general interest to scholars and professionals in disciples across the board. Environmental history should be of great interest to anyone concerned with our present global environm ...

Synthica Energy announces Clark Water has been contracted to lead the construction of their new anaerobic digestion and RNG facility in Rome, Georgia.ROME, GEORGIA, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On January 21, 2025, Synthica Energy, a leading developer of anaerobic digestion facilities that convert organic waste into renewable natural gas (RNG), announced that Clark Water, the water and wastewater infrastructure construction arm of Clark Construction Group, has been contracted to lead the construction o ...

MONTREAL, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nova Bus, a Canadian leader in electric bus manufacturing and a member of Volvo Group, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract for the production of 80 fully electric LFSe+ urban buses for The Regional Municipality of York. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2026, with the buses being manufactured at Nova Bus’s Saint-Eustache (Québec) plant. “We are thrilled to have been awarded contract because it not only demonstrates our expertise in electr ...

Company Overview - Toll Brothers is the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, founded in 1967 and publicly listed on the NYSE under the symbol "TOL" [7] - The company serves a diverse range of buyers including first-time, move-up, empty-nester, active-adult, and second-home buyers, as well as urban and suburban renters [7] - Toll Brothers operates in over 60 markets across 24 states and the District of Columbia, with its own subsidiaries for architectural, engineering, mortgage, title, land development, smart home technology, and landscape services [7] - The company also develops master-planned and golf course communities, and operates lumber distribution, house component assembly, and manufacturing operations [7] Recent Achievements - Toll Brothers has been named to the Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ list for 10 consecutive years as of 2024 [8] - The company's Chairman and CEO Douglas C Yearley Jr was named one of 25 Top CEOs by Barron's magazine in 2024 [8] - Toll Brothers has been named Builder of the Year by Builder magazine and is the first two-time recipient of Builder of the Year from Professional Builder magazine [8] New Development - Elevate by Toll Brothers - Toll Brothers has announced the grand opening of two new Southern California model homes at Elevate by Toll Brothers at Great Park Neighborhoods in Irvine, California [1] - The Avelina and Vidara model homes feature 3-story luxury designs with 5-6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and sizes ranging from 3,411 to 3,671+ square feet [2] - Homes are priced from $2 96 million and include features such as 2-car attached garages, great rooms with soaring ceilings, large kitchens with center islands, and covered decks [2] - The community offers quick move-in homes with Designer Appointed Features, available as early as July 2025 [4] - Residents have access to master-planned amenities including parks, playgrounds, pools, walking and biking trails, and special events [5] - The community is located in the top-rated Irvine Unified School District and within 30 minutes of Orange County's scenic beaches [5] Sales and Marketing - Home buyers can personalize their dream homes at the Toll Brothers Design Studio with the assistance of professional Design Consultants [3] - A special grand opening event for the new model homes will be held on January 25, 2025, from 11 am to 2 pm [1][6]

Port and Rail Operations - The Port of Vancouver is experiencing a 3-week backlog of containers awaiting rail transit, with challenges attributed to the Lunar New Year rush, a resolved November port strike, and a lack of rail equipment [1][2] - US West Coast port and rail ramp operations remain at an elevated status, with concerns about increased transpacific inventory front-loading [2] - The Port of Vancouver is expected to clear congestion by next month, but this plan could be impacted by the newly appointed Trump Administration's swift action to enforce tariffs [2] Tariff Impact - A 25% increase in tariffs for Canada and Mexico is expected to take effect as soon as February 1, 2025, following announcements from the incoming Trump Administration [1] - The uncertainty surrounding these tariff increases has led retailers to continue front-loading their imports, as noted by the National Retail Federation (NRF) [2] - Industry professionals should prepare for potential front-loading events similar to 2018, which could impact transpacific trade lanes from Asia into North America [4][8] Container Volume Trends - November's container imports increased by 14.7% year-over-year, with a slight 3% decline from October, totaling 2.17 million TEU (excluding finalized numbers from the Port of New York and New Jersey) [3] - December's projected volume exceeded forecasts by 19%, equating to 2.24 million TEU, leading the NRF to raise its full-year 2024 forecast to 25.6 million TEU [3] - The NRF expects a 10% year-over-year increase in container volumes for January and March 2025, with February expected to be softer due to the timing of the Lunar New Year [3] ITS Logistics Overview - ITS Logistics provides a full suite of network transportation solutions across North America, including drayage and intermodal services in 22 coastal ports and 30 rail ramps [4] - The company offers distribution and fulfillment services to 95% of the US population within two days, along with asset and asset-lite transportation solutions, omnichannel distribution, LTL, and outbound small parcel services [4] - ITS Logistics is one of North America's fastest-growing, asset-based modern 3PLs, ranking 19 in asset-lite freight brokerage and 12 in drayage and intermodal solutions [6]

Company Overview - Overstock Trader is a trusted leader in excess inventory solutions, offering innovative services to simplify inventory closeout management [1] - The company has the largest excess inventory buyer network and a proven success record in helping businesses efficiently liquidate surplus stock [4] Service Offering - Overstock Trader's Inventory Closeout Management as a Service helps businesses liquidate surplus stock while protecting pricing strategies [1] - The service connects companies with reputable closeout buyers and handles the entire liquidation process from start to finish [2] - The company provides tailored strategies to turn surplus inventory into revenue without compromising brand reputation [3] Value Proposition - The service allows businesses to recover capital, free up storage space, and focus on more profitable operations [2] - Overstock Trader helps optimize surplus stock through strategic analysis, tailored closeout solutions, and efficient execution [3] - The company's global network of trusted buyers manages pricing, marketing, negotiations, and transactions to ensure smooth inventory turnover [3] Market Challenges Addressed - Overstock Trader addresses challenges like misjudged valuations, limited buyer outreach, and brand risks [3] - The company provides pricing guidance, quick buyer matching, and streamlined processes to deliver optimal results [3] Industry Impact - The service helps businesses protect their pricing strategies and brand reputation by discreetly handling closeouts to a different client base [3] - Overstock Trader's approach prevents businesses from circulating closeouts to the same customers, which can impact early adoption and pricing strategies [3]

RADNOR, Pa., Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida against Micron Technology, Inc. (“Micron”) (NASDAQ: MU) on behalf of those who purchased or otherwise acquired Micron common stock between September 28, 2023, and December 18, 2024, inclusive (the “Class Period”). The lead plaintiff deadline is March 10, ...