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Group 1 - Associated Capital Group, Inc. announced a preliminary range for its third quarter book value of $44.15 to $44.35 per share, an increase from $43.30 per share at June 30, 2025, and $42.14 per share at December 31, 2024 [1] - The company will provide further details on its financial results in November [1] Group 2 - Associated Capital Group, Inc. is a diversified global financial services company based in Greenwich, Connecticut, providing alternative investment management through Gabelli & Company Investment Advisers, Inc. [2] - The company has earmarked proprietary capital for its direct investment business, which includes Gabelli Private Equity Partners, LLC, formed in August 2017 with $150 million of authorized capital, and Gabelli Principal Strategies Group, LLC, created in December 2015 [2]

GREENWICH, Conn., Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associated Capital Group, Inc. (“AC” or the “Company”) (OTCQX: ACGP), announced today a preliminary range for its third quarter book value of $44.15 to $44.35 per share. This compares to $43.30 per share at June 30, 2025 and $42.14 per share at December 31, 2024. AC will be issuing further details on its financial results in November. About Associated Capital Group, Inc.Associated Capital Group, Inc. (OTCQX: ACGP), based in Greenwich, Connecticut, is a div ...

Key Insights on China's Bond Market and Economic Landscape - China's bond market has reached 192 trillion yuan by August 2025, making it the second largest globally, with efforts to enhance its global appeal and attract foreign investment [3][9] - The People's Bank of China (PBoC) is increasing the daily trading limit for Swap Connect market makers to 45 billion yuan and is planning to launch Yuan government bond futures in Hong Kong [3] - Currently, foreign investors hold only 2% of Chinese Yuan bonds, indicating significant room for growth in foreign participation [3] U.S. Political and Economic Developments - The White House budget office has instructed federal agencies to prepare for potential mass firings due to concerns over a government shutdown, which could impact the federal workforce [5][9] - Air Canada anticipates a financial hit of $270 million in operating income due to ongoing labor disruptions, highlighting challenges in the airline sector [10][9] Geopolitical Tensions - Increased military activity has been observed near Taiwan, with Chinese aircraft and naval vessels spotted, indicating ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region [6][9] - U.S. Vice President Vance noted President Trump's impatience with Russia regarding the Ukraine conflict, reflecting the complex geopolitical landscape [7] Economic Data and Market Trends - Australia's job vacancies fell by 2.7% quarter-over-quarter in August, reversing previous growth trends [11] - The U.S. housing market is experiencing a significant imbalance, with 35% more sellers than buyers in August, indicating a cooling market [12] Regulatory Changes Impacting Retail Trading - FINRA is set to drop the $25,000 minimum balance rule for frequent day trading, potentially lowering the threshold to $2,000, which will ease market access for smaller investors [13]

NEW YORK, Sept. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Associated Capital Group, Inc. (“AC”) (OTCQX: ACGP) has voluntarily delisted from the New York Stock Exchange and has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Associated Capital Group, Inc. begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “ACGP”. U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quot ...

Report Industry Investment Rating Not provided Core Viewpoints of the Report Crude oil prices may fluctuate strongly in the short term, but there is still downward pressure in the medium and long term. Support factors include the unexpected decline in US crude oil inventories, the narrowing of the discount of crude oil from the Middle East to Asia, the incomplete dissipation of geopolitical risk premiums, and the structural differentiation of fuel demand at the end of the Northern Hemisphere summer. Suppressing factors include the expectation of OPEC+ to accelerate the exit from production cuts, the increase in US exports, seasonal refinery maintenance, and cautious macro - sentiment [3]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Daily Market Summary - **Crude Oil Futures Market Data Changes**: On August 21, 2025, the SC crude oil main contract rose 1.68% to 490.9 yuan/barrel, breaking through the recent oscillation range. The prices of WTI and Brent main contracts remained at $62.84/barrel and $67.04/barrel respectively. The SC - Brent spread widened from $0.21/barrel to $1.35/barrel (a 542.86% increase), and the SC - WTI spread rose from $4.41/barrel to $5.55/barrel. The Brent - WTI spread was stable at $4.2/barrel. The spread between the near - month and the third - consecutive contract of SC narrowed from - 4.2 yuan/barrel to - 2.0 yuan/barrel [1]. - **Supply - Demand and Inventory Changes in the Industrial Chain** - **Supply**: US crude oil exports rebounded to over 4 million barrels per day in August - September, the highest since the beginning of the year. OPEC+ accelerating the lifting of 2.2 million barrels per day of voluntary production cuts still suppresses market sentiment. UK sanctions on Iranian business entities may increase the risk of restricted Iranian crude oil exports [2]. - **Demand**: The US gasoline demand peak season is nearing its end, and refinery maintenance may suppress short - term crude oil processing demand. As of the week ending August 15, commercial crude oil inventories in the US dropped by 6 million barrels to 420.7 million barrels. The Asian market is significantly differentiated, with Singapore's light/medium distillate inventories rising to 17 - week and 6 - week highs, and fuel oil inventories dropping to an 8 - week low [2]. - **Inventory**: US natural gas inventories have been accumulating less than expected, indicating energy demand resilience. The narrowing of the SC far - month discount may imply increased spot purchasing momentum in the Asia - Pacific region [2]. - **Price Trend Judgment**: Crude oil prices may fluctuate strongly in the short term, but there is still downward pressure in the medium and long term. Later, attention should be paid to OPEC+ production policy adjustments, the sustainability of US exports, and changes in Asian distillate inventories [3]. 2. Industrial Chain Price Monitoring - **Crude Oil**: The prices of most crude oil futures and spot contracts increased on August 21, 2025. The SC - Brent and SC - WTI spreads widened, while the Brent - WTI spread narrowed. US commercial crude oil inventories decreased, and the US refinery weekly operating rate and crude oil processing volume increased slightly [5]. - **Fuel Oil**: The prices of most fuel oil futures and spot contracts increased on August 21, 2025. Singapore's fuel oil inventories decreased, while some US distillate inventories increased [6]. 3. Industry Dynamics and Interpretations - **Supply**: US crude oil exports are expected to exceed 4 million barrels per day in August and September, reaching the highest level since the beginning of the year, due to refinery maintenance and the price advantage of WTI in Asia [7][8]. - **Demand**: Air Canada expects flights to operate close to the normal schedule tomorrow [9]. - **Inventory**: US natural gas inventories increased by 13 billion cubic feet in the week ending August 15, less than expected. Singapore's light and medium distillate inventories rose to multi - week highs, and fuel oil inventories dropped to an 8 - week low [10][11]. - **Market Information**: The UK imposed sanctions on an Iranian business tycoon and several key enterprises in his network [12]. 4. Industrial Chain Data Charts The report provides multiple data charts, including the prices and spreads of WTI and Brent first - line contracts, the spread between SC and WTI, US crude oil production, refinery operating rates, and inventories of various types of oil products [13][15][17]

Group 1 - The core point of the article is that Associated Capital (AC) plans to voluntarily delist its Class A common stock from the New York Stock Exchange and withdraw its registration with the SEC [1] Group 2 - On Monday morning, Associated Capital's stock fell by 4.5% following the announcement [1]

Group 1 - The publication of Xi Jinping's "On Upholding Comprehensive and Deepening Reform" volumes one and two by the Central Literature Publishing House [5] - The emphasis on high-quality development in Tibet, aligning with the new development stage and integrating into the new development pattern [6] - The implementation of integrated protection and systematic governance of mountains, rivers, forests, fields, lakes, grass, and sand, resulting in the rejuvenation of over 120 million acres of land [7] Group 2 - In July, China's industrial production remained stable, with most industries and products experiencing growth, supported by the equipment manufacturing sector [10] - The overall progress in autumn grain production is steady, with an increase in area under cultivation [11] - The express delivery business volume in China grew by 18.7% year-on-year in the first seven months, totaling 1.1205 billion packages [12]

Core Viewpoint - Air Canada has announced a sudden suspension of all flights due to a strike by its flight attendants, impacting travel during the peak summer season [3]. Impact on China-Canada Routes - Air Canada's flight attendants began their strike on August 16, leading to a complete halt of operations, including the cancellation of all flights to and from China, Japan, and South Korea [6][7]. - The strike has caused a surge in ticket prices for alternative routes, with prices for flights from Shanghai to Vancouver exceeding 30,000 yuan for connecting flights and direct flights being sold out [7][8]. Slow Recovery of China-Canada Routes - The recovery of flight capacity between China and Canada has been slower compared to the US, with only 254 round-trip flights recorded in July 2025, representing 26.1% of pre-pandemic levels [11]. - Restrictions on the number of flights operated by mainland Chinese airlines to Canada have contributed to high ticket prices, with economy class tickets often exceeding 20,000 yuan [13]. - Although the Canadian Transportation Agency lifted some restrictions in October 2024, the current flight capacity has not yet reached pre-pandemic levels, which exceeded 70 flights per week [14].

Group 1 - Air Canada announced a complete suspension of operations due to a strike by its 10,000 flight attendants, starting from August 16 at 12:58 PM local time [1] - The airline had previously warned of flight reductions between August 15 and 18, and all flights to and from China and Japan were canceled on August 15 [3][4] - Air Canada is the only airline allowed to operate flights to China under current bilateral air traffic agreements, making its sudden suspension significantly impact ticket prices and availability on the China-Canada routes [3][8] Group 2 - The recovery of flight routes between China and Canada has been slow, with only 26.1% of pre-pandemic flight volumes restored by July 2025, compared to 26.3% for China-U.S. routes [6] - Restrictions on the number of flights operated by Chinese airlines to Canada have kept ticket prices high, with economy class tickets often exceeding 20,000 yuan [8] - Chinese airlines are gradually increasing their flight frequencies to Canada, with Air China planning to double its flights from Beijing to Vancouver starting August 27 [8]