Team Returns to Over-the-Air Television for the First Time Since 2007-08 SeasonATLANTA, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Charlotte Hornets, Gray Media, Capitol Broadcasting and FanDuel Sports Southeast are partnering to simulcast five games this season that will be distributed in various markets throughout North Carolina and South Carolina via the Palmetto Sports & Entertainment Network and other Gray affiliates. Capitol Broadcasting Company will distribute the games in the Raleigh, NC market. This agr ...

Dividend Increase - The Board of Directors of Air Products has increased the quarterly dividend on the Company's common stock to $1.79 per share, marking the 43rd consecutive year of dividend increases [1] - The dividend is payable on May 12, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 1, 2025 [1] Company Overview - Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company in operation for over 80 years, focused on serving energy, environmental, and emerging markets [2] - The Company supplies essential industrial gases, related equipment, and applications expertise to customers in dozens of industries, including refining, chemicals, metals, electronics, manufacturing, medical, and food [2] - As the leading global supplier of hydrogen, Air Products develops, engineers, builds, owns, and operates some of the world's largest clean hydrogen projects, supporting the transition to low- and zero-carbon energy in the industrial and heavy-duty transportation sectors [2] - Through its sale of equipment businesses, the Company also provides turbomachinery, membrane systems, and cryogenic containers globally [2] Financial and Operational Highlights - Air Products had fiscal 2024 sales of $12.1 billion from operations in approximately 50 countries [3] - The Company has a current market capitalization of about $65 billion [3] - Approximately 23,000 employees from diverse backgrounds are driven by Air Products' higher purpose to create innovative solutions that benefit the environment, enhance sustainability, and address global challenges [3]

Acquisition Overview - Sciens Building Solutions has acquired Fire Security & Sound Systems (FS&S), expanding its presence in the Northeast region of the United States [1][2] - FS&S will enhance Sciens' customer base, resources, and expertise, leveraging Sciens' North American growth strategy [2] Strategic Impact - The acquisition aligns with Sciens' growth trajectory in the Northeast, a key region for the company [4] - FS&S brings a strong reputation for customer satisfaction and innovative solutions, which will add value to Sciens' nationwide offerings [4] Company Profiles - Sciens Building Solutions is a fire and life safety company headquartered in San Francisco, backed by The Carlyle Group, specializing in fire detection, sprinkler systems, and security systems across commercial markets [4] - FS&S, established in 2008, is a leader in electronic systems integration, specializing in fire alarm, security integration, nurse call, and sound systems for K-12, commercial office, healthcare, higher education, and industrial government sectors [3][5] Leadership and Vision - Sean Reilly, President of FS&S, emphasized the alignment of values between FS&S and Sciens, particularly in customer commitment and employee opportunities [3] - Terry Heath, CEO of Sciens, highlighted the strategic importance of the acquisition in expanding into existing and new markets [4]

Company Announcement - Johnson Outdoors Inc will release its Fiscal 2025 first quarter financial results on February 3 2025 before market open [1] - A conference call and audio webcast will be held at 11:00 a m Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the financial results and provide a company update [1] - A live listen-only webcast of the conference call can be accessed on Johnson Outdoors' home page [2] - A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investor section of the company's website for 30 days [2] Company Overview - Johnson Outdoors is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies [3] - The company designs manufactures and markets consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation Fishing Diving and Camping [3] - Iconic brands under Johnson Outdoors include Old Town canoes and kayaks Carlisle paddles Minn Kota trolling motors Cannon downriggers Humminbird marine electronics SCUBAPRO dive equipment and Jetboil outdoor cooking systems [3] Contact Information - Patricia Penman can be contacted at 262-631-6600 for further inquiries [5]

Bond Auction Details - Reykjavík Energy is holding a bond auction on January 29, 2025, offering three green bond classes: OR031033 GB, OR280845 GB, and OR180255 GB [1] - OR031033 GB has a fixed nominal interest rate of 8.30%, pays semi-annual installments, and matures on October 3, 2033, with previously issued bonds totaling ISK 6,390 million [1] - OR280845 GB has a fixed indexed interest rate of 3.70%, pays semi-annual installments, matures on August 28, 2045, and is redeemable in 2037, with previously issued bonds totaling ISK 4,770 million [2] - OR180255 GB has a fixed indexed interest rate, pays semi-annual installments, matures on February 18, 2055, and has previously issued bonds totaling ISK 36,966 million [3] Bond Issuance and Trading - Fossar Investment Bank oversees the issuance, sale, and admission of the bonds to trading on the Nasdaq sustainable bonds market in Iceland [3] Auction Submission and Settlement - Bids must be submitted to utbod@fossar.is by UTC 17:00 on January 29, 2025, with transactions settling on February 5, 2025 [4] Contact Information - Snorri Hafsteinn Þorkelsson, CFO of Reykjavík Energy, can be contacted at +354 516 6100 or snorri.hafsteinn.þorkelsson@or.is [4] - Matei Manolescu of Fossar Investment Bank can be contacted at +354 522 4008 or matei.manolescu@fossar.is [4]

NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Nextracker Inc. (NASDAQ: NXT) between February 1, 2024 and August 1, 2024, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important February 25, 2025 lead plaintiff deadline. SO WHAT: If you purchased Nextracker common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangem ...

Paris, 22 January 2025 Capitalised terms used herein shall have the meaning specified for such terms in the Sfil base prospectus to the €15,000,000,000 Euro Medium Term Note Programme dated 7 June 2024 (the “Base Prospectus”). Sfil has decided to issue on 24 January 2025 – Euro 1,500,000,000 Fixed Rate Notes due 24 September 2030. A Stabilisation Manager has been named in the applicable Final Terms. The Base Prospectus dated 7 June 2024 and the supplements to the Base Prospectus dated 27 September 2024 and ...

Project Overview - Newmark arranged a $2.3 billion loan for a 206 MW Build-to-Suit data center development in Abilene, Texas, on behalf of Blue Owl Capital, Crusoe Energy Systems, and Primary Digital Infrastructure [1] - The project is leased to a leading technology company and will feature state-of-the-art fit-outs, with 300 MW of on-site self-generation capacity [2] - The development broke ground in 2024 and is expected to deliver initial capacity in early 2025 [2] Industry Trends - The data center industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the expanding needs of hyperscalers, AI and HPC users, and large enterprises [3] - Increased demand has led to a surge in new developments and land banking, with data center construction pipelines reaching all-time highs in the previous year [3] Key Players - Blue Owl Capital manages $235 billion in assets as of September 30, 2024, and operates across Credit, GP Strategic Capital, and Real Estate platforms [4] - Crusoe Energy Systems focuses on sustainable AI infrastructure, reducing costs and environmental impact in the digital economy [5] - Primary Digital Infrastructure is led by industry veterans with over 60 years of executive leadership experience in the data center sector [6] Newmark's Role - Newmark is a global leader in commercial real estate, generating approximately $2.6 billion in revenues for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024 [7] - The company operates from nearly 170 offices worldwide, with over 7,800 professionals providing tailored services across the property life cycle [7]

Company Overview - FTAI Aviation Ltd is a prominent aviation leasing and financing company listed on NASDAQ under the ticker FTAI [1] Financial Reporting Issues - The company is facing a potential delay in filing its annual report for 2024 due to an internal review prompted by a critical report from short-seller Muddy Waters Research [1][2] - The audit committee has launched a review and engaged independent advisors in response to the allegations [2] Allegations by Muddy Waters Research - Muddy Waters raised concerns about misrepresentation of Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) revenue, specifically alleging that one-time engine sales were reported as MRO revenue despite limited repair work [3] - The short-seller accused the company of inflating sales figures by counting each whole engine sale as three separate module sales, creating a misleading impression of strong customer demand [4] - Muddy Waters also alleged improper depreciation of engines not on lease, which artificially inflated EBITDA [4] Market Impact - Following the release of the Muddy Waters report, FTAI's stock price plummeted by 24.3%, losing $37.21 per share on unusually heavy trading volume [5] - The company's disclosure caused the price of FTAI shares to decline 25% [1] Legal Proceedings - A class action lawsuit has been filed in the Southern District of New York on behalf of investors who purchased FTAI securities between July 23, 2024 and January 15, 2025 [7] - The lawsuit alleges securities fraud by the company and certain key executives, seeking to recover losses for investors [7] Investigation Status - Shareholder rights firm Hagens Berman is investigating the allegations raised by Muddy Waters and the complaint [8] - The firm has secured more than $2.9 billion in cases involving corporate accountability [10]

Executive Appointment - Greg Kalinsky has been appointed as President and CEO of Plymouth Rock Management Company of New Jersey, effective February 24, 2025 [1] - Kalinsky will oversee the company's direct-to-consumer and exclusive agent auto insurance division, reporting to Andrew McElwee, President and COO of The Plymouth Rock Company [1] Leadership Background - Kalinsky brings 37 years of experience from GEICO, where he held multiple leadership roles including Executive Vice President overseeing $40 billion in written premium and 35,000 employees across 15 offices [2] - His responsibilities at GEICO spanned Underwriting, Product Management, Actuarial Pricing, Sales, Service, and Real Estate and Facilities Management [2] Company Strategy - Plymouth Rock focuses on customer convenience and satisfaction, offering multiple channels for customer interaction including online, mobile app, phone, and agent contact [3] - The company writes and manages over $2.3 billion in auto and home insurance premiums across six states [3] Industry Expertise - Kalinsky's extensive experience in the direct-to-consumer business model is expected to contribute to Plymouth Rock's growth and customer value delivery [2][3] - The company's innovative approach aims to provide a higher level of service and more innovative products than traditional insurance companies [3]