NEW YORK and TOKYO, Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HeartCore Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: HTCR) (“HeartCore” or the “Company”), an IPO consulting services company based in Tokyo, today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program pursuant to which the Company may repurchase up to $2.0 million of its outstanding shares of common stock. The Board’s decision reflects management’s view regarding the Company’s current valuation and long-term capital allocation priorities. As o ...

Core Insights - The company achieved strong free cash flow of €350 million in 2025 despite a challenging market environment, with a focus on strategic and sustainability commitments [4][6] - Underlying net sales for 2025 were €4.3 billion, reflecting a 6.5% organic decline compared to 2024, while underlying EBITDA was €881 million, down 13.4% organically [6][14] - The company is committed to its "Essential chemistry" strategy, emphasizing cost savings and disciplined capital allocation to navigate market softness and geopolitical uncertainties [5][8] Financial Performance - Q4 2025 net sales were €995 million, a 12.3% decrease year-on-year, while FY 2025 net sales totaled €4,262 million, down 9.0% [2] - EBITDA for Q4 2025 was €169 million, a 33.9% decline year-on-year, with an EBITDA margin of 17.0% [2] - The underlying net profit from continuing operations was €306 million in 2025, compared to €445 million in 2024 [6] Cost Management and Strategic Initiatives - The company generated over €200 million in cost savings over the past two years, focusing on digitalization and simplification [5] - Structural cost savings initiatives contributed €101 million in 2025, with cumulative savings reaching €211 million [6] - Transformation expenses negatively impacted EBITDA by €27 million and free cash flow by €71 million in 2025 [6] Dividend and Future Outlook - A total proposed gross dividend of €2.43 per share is subject to shareholder approval, with a stable-to-increasing dividend policy confirmed [11] - For 2026, the company expects underlying EBITDA to be between €770 million and €850 million, with free cash flow projected to be at least €200 million [9][13] - The company anticipates continued geopolitical and macroeconomic challenges, impacting end-market demand and pricing pressure [9]

Allison Transmission (NYSE:ALSN) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 23, 2026 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsAngel Castillo - Executive DirectorCraig Price - President and Business Unit Leader of Off-Highway Drive & Motion SystemsDave Graziosi - Chair, President, and CEOFred Bohley - COO and Transmission Business Unit LeaderJackie Bolles - Executive Director of Treasury and Investor RelationsJerry Revich - Managing DirectorScott Mell - CFO and TreasurerTami Zakaria - Executive DirectorConference Call Participan ...

Valmont Increases Quarterly Dividend by 13%Feb 23, 2026 4:16 PM Eastern Standard Time# Valmont Increases Quarterly Dividend by 13%Share---OMAHA, Neb.--([BUSINESS WIRE])--Valmont® Industries, Inc. (NYSE: VMI), a global leader that provides products and solutions to support vital infrastructure and advance agricultural productivity, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 13% increase in the Company's quarterly cash dividend to $0.77 per share, payable on April 15, 2026 to shareholders of r ...

Shares of The InterGroup Corporation (INTG) have gained 0.2% since the company reported its earnings for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2025. This compares to the S&P 500 index’s 1.1% growth over the same time frame. Over the past month, the stock has declined 4.2% compared with the S&P 500’s 1.1% decline.For the second quarter of fiscal 2026, InterGroup reported net income per share of 71 cents against a net loss of $1.26 per share a year earlier.Total revenues of $17.3 million indicated a 20% rise from $14.4 ...

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Management characterized 2025 as a transformative year defined by the divestiture of wireless operations, which provided the financial capacity to pivot toward fiber expansion and tower infrastructure. Performance in the fourth quarter was driven by record-high construction crew counts, resulting in the strongest build quarter since 2023 and demonstrating momentum in the fiber engine. The company is shifting its capital allocation framework to prioritize fiber 'edge out' opportunities in approximately ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4 2025, Ryerson reported net sales of $1.1 billion, a decrease of approximately 5% compared to the previous quarter, but an increase of 9.7% compared to Q4 2024 [20] - The company experienced a net loss of $38 million or $1.18 per share, compared to a net loss of $4.3 million or $0.13 per share in Q4 2024 [21][22] - Adjusted EBITDA, excluding LIFO, was $20.4 million for Q4 2025, compared to $10.3 million in Q4 2024 [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ryerson's North American shipments decreased by 6.8% sequentially in Q4 2025, while total company tons shipped were down just under 5% quarter-over-quarter, indicating market share gains for the full year [11] - The fabrication and welding sector saw the most year-over-year volume growth, followed by the machine shop and machinery and equipment sectors, while the commercial transportation sector experienced weakness [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North American industry volumes, as measured by the MSCI, experienced a normal seasonal decline of 5.8% sequentially in Q4 2025 [11] - The company anticipates first-quarter 2026 tons shipped to be up 13%-15% compared to Q4 2025, indicating a positive market outlook [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to realize $120 million in annual run rate synergies from the merger with Olympic Steel, focusing on optimizing asset utilization and capturing targeted cost and revenue benefits [5][9] - Priorities for 2026 include continuing integration of the combined organization, improving earnings quality, and reducing leverage [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted encouraging strength in customer quote and order activity, expecting gross margin expansion year-over-year and sequentially as better pricing propagates through the industrial metals value chain [7][8] - The company is optimistic about the market dynamics and believes the merger positions them well for future growth [60] Other Important Information - The company generated $113 million in cash from operating activities in Q4 2025, decreasing net debt by $34 million compared to the prior quarter [17][18] - Ryerson distributed $6.1 million in dividends during Q4 2025 and announced a similar dividend for the first quarter [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of price increases on customer acceptance - Management noted that while there has been some pushback, overall business activity has increased, and price increases are starting to be accepted [28] Question: Specific challenges in passing through rising mill prices - Aluminum was identified as the commodity with the slowest price propagation, but improvements are being seen [41] Question: First-quarter volume guidance and customer activity - Management indicated that stronger market conditions and investments are contributing to the anticipated volume increase [43][45] Question: Future M&A considerations post-merger - Management emphasized the focus on achieving merger synergies and reducing debt before considering further M&A opportunities [52]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2025, total operating revenues decreased by 1% compared to the previous quarter and by 2% for the full year, with revenues flat year-over-year when excluding divestitures [17][18] - Adjusted EBITDA improved by 6% in Q4, but declined by 6% for the full year due to divestitures and a non-cash adjustment to stock-based compensation in Q1 [18] - Capital expenditures for the full year were $406 million, with a forecast increase to $550 million-$600 million for 2026 [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - TDS Telecom added 58,000 new marketable fiber addresses in Q4, a 39% increase year-over-year, and delivered a total of 140,000 new marketable fiber addresses for the full year [10][11] - Residential fiber net adds were approximately 15,000 in Q4, up 11% from Q4 2024, totaling about 45,000 for the year [11][12] - Cash site rental revenue for Array increased by 64% year-over-year in Q4, with a 96% increase when including T-Mobile interim site revenue [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The divestitures in 2025, including the sale of wireless operations, have concentrated TDS's footprint in economically viable markets for fiber [12] - The company identified 300,000 additional fiber address opportunities, raising its long-term goal from 1.8 million to 2.1 million fiber addresses [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - TDS aims to strengthen its corporate and capital structure, grow TDS Telecom's fiber business, support Array's tower operations, and enhance company culture while delivering strong operational results [4][5] - Array focuses on optimizing tower operations and monetizing spectrum, with significant progress in spectrum monetization agreements with major carriers [21][22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about growth prospects for 2026, particularly in fiber and tower operations, despite challenges from legacy revenue declines and divestitures [19][34] - The company is committed to delivering a best-in-class customer experience and achieving operational efficiency through ongoing business transformation efforts [14][15] Other Important Information - TDS repaid $150 million in term loan debt and received $726 million from a special dividend related to the AT&T spectrum sale [6][7] - The company plans to continue disciplined share repurchase activities, with $524 million remaining on its authorization as of the end of 2025 [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Is DISH included in the 2026 guidance? - Management confirmed that DISH is completely out of the 2026 guidance, and any settlement would be considered upside [43][44] Question: What is the outlook for tower leasing applications? - Management expressed optimism about growth prospects, expecting significant same-store growth and positive results from insourcing the sales team [45][47] Question: How is TDS Telecom addressing video bundling? - Management emphasized the importance of video in their value proposition and plans to strengthen video bundling alongside broadband offerings [84] Question: What is the growth rate embedded in the revenue guidance for 2026? - Management indicated a growth expectation of around 6% on a same-store basis, excluding DISH revenue [80]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2025, adjusted net earnings were $83 million, or $0.41 per share, benefiting from strong production and elevated metal prices [21] - Full year 2025 adjusted net earnings were $229 million, or $1.12 per share [21] - Consolidated all-in sustaining costs (AISC) on a byproduct basis for Q4 were $1,646 per ounce, and for the full year, it was $1,614 per ounce, outperforming guidance [22][23] - Cash balance at the end of 2025 was $529 million, with total liquidity at $929 million [25][26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Mount Milligan produced over 44,000 ounces of gold and 13 million pounds of copper in Q4 2025, with full year production of over 147,000 ounces of gold and 50 million pounds of copper [13] - Öksüt produced over 26,500 ounces of gold in Q4 2025, with full year production exceeding guidance at over 127,700 ounces [16] - AISC for Mount Milligan in Q4 was $913 per ounce, significantly lower than the previous quarter [14] - AISC for Öksüt in Q4 was $1,748 per ounce, higher due to lower gold ounces sold and increased sustaining CapEx [16][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average realized price for gold in Q4 was $3,415 per ounce and for copper was $4.69 per pound [22] - Molybdenum sold in Q4 was approximately 3.6 million pounds at an average price of $23.78 per pound [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on a self-funded growth strategy, with projects like Mount Milligan, Goldfield, and Kemess being key growth areas [5][6] - The Kemess project has a robust economic profile with an after-tax NPV of $1.1 billion and an IRR of 16% [7] - The company aims to maintain a disciplined approach to capital allocation while returning capital to shareholders [25][29] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in generating strong cash flow in 2026, which will support growth projects and shareholder returns [5][28] - The company is well-positioned for sustainable value delivery in 2026 and beyond, with a stable operating base and clear growth pipeline [29] Other Important Information - The restart of Thompson Creek is progressing, with approximately 27% of infrastructure refurbishment complete [18] - Operations at the Langeloth facility were suspended due to an explosion, with repairs expected to cost $5-$10 million [19][20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Langeloth suspension and inventory build - Management indicated that concentrate purchases will continue during the shutdown, leading to an inventory build [32][33] Question: Water management projects at Mount Milligan - Management clarified that water management is an ongoing process, with some capital expenditures expected to be slightly higher this year [35][36] Question: Capital expenditure increase at Thompson Creek - Management explained that the increase is due to various factors including inflation and maintenance, with no significant changes in physical equipment costs expected [46][48] Question: Cost discipline across the portfolio - Management attributed cost performance to strong operational discipline and the benefits from byproducts, particularly copper [50][51] Question: Update on Endako mill - Management stated that the current strategy is to focus on Thompson Creek before considering any actions regarding Endako [57][58]