Dick’s Sporting Goods plans to acquire Foot Locker and position the combined organization to serve sports retail consumers around the world.The two companies announced the deal in a Thursday (May 15) press release, saying the transaction implies an equity value of $2.4 billion and an enterprise value of $2.5 billion.The transaction is expected to close in the second half, subject to Foot Locker shareholder approval, regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions, according to the release. It wa ...

CALGARY, Alberta, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tornado Infrastructure Equipment Ltd. (“Tornado” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: TGH; OTCQX: TGHLF), a leading manufacturer of specialized infrastructure and excavation equipment, is pleased to announce the closing of the acquisition (the “Acquisition”) of all the issued and outstanding shares in the capital of Custom Vacuum Services Ltd. (“CustomVac”) from 2624795 Alberta Ltd., an arm’s length party (the “Vendor”), pursuant to a share purchase agreement signed a ...

ITASCA, IL, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lakeside Holding Limited (“Lakeside” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LSH), a U.S.-based cross-border supply chain solution provider with a unique focus on the Asia-Pacific market operating through two specialized subsidiaries—American Bear Logistics and Hupan Pharmaceutical (Hubei) Co., Ltd., today announced financial results for its fiscal 2025 third quarter and nine months ended March 31, 2025. Management Commentary "The third quarter and first nine months of fiscal ...

GEE Group (JOB) Q2 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Derek Dewan - Chairman & CEOKim Thorpe - SVP and CFO Derek Dewan Hello, and welcome to the GEE Group Fiscal twenty twenty five Second Quarter and First Half Ended 03/31/2025 Earnings and Update Webcast Conference Call. I'm Derek Dwan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GEE Group. I will be hosting today's call. Joining me as a co presenter is Kim Thorpe, our Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Thank you f ...

GEE Group (JOB) Q2 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 11:00 AM ET Speaker0 Hello, and welcome to the GEE Group Fiscal twenty twenty five Second Quarter and First Half Ended 03/31/2025 Earnings and Update Webcast Conference Call. I'm Derek Dwan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GEE Group. I will be hosting today's call. Joining me as a co presenter is Kim Thorpe, our Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Thank you for joining us today. It is our pleasure to share with you BEE Group's results ...

Core Points - Crédit Agricole Leasing & Factoring (CAL&F) has completed the acquisition of 100% of Merca Leasing, enhancing its position in the German leasing market [2][3] - The acquisition aligns with CAL&F's development strategy and aims to accelerate growth in the dynamic German leasing sector [2][5] - Merca Leasing, founded in 1989, is one of the top ten independent leasing companies in Germany, specializing in tailored leasing solutions for SMEs [4][10] Company Overview - CAL&F is a subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole group and has been a significant player in leasing and factoring for over 60 years [8] - The company operates in 10 European countries, providing specialized financing and responsible mobility solutions to a diverse customer base [9] - Key figures for CAL&F at the end of 2024 include 260,400 customers, 2,769 employees, and €34 billion in outstandings [10] Merca Leasing Overview - Merca Leasing focuses on financing business-critical movable equipment, particularly production machinery [11] - The company reported new sales of €309 million and actual outstandings of €472 million at the end of 2024 [12]

Group 1: Acquisition Details - Dick's Sporting Goods has agreed to acquire Foot Locker for $2.4 billion, offering $24 per share, which represents an 86% premium to Foot Locker's last closing price [1][3] - This acquisition is Dick's largest deal in the sporting goods industry and aims to enhance its presence in malls and expand into international markets for the first time [3][6] - The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2025 and will be financed through a combination of cash-on-hand and new debt [9] Group 2: Market Context - Several US retailers have issued pessimistic forecasts due to the impact of tariffs, leading to reduced consumer spending on various goods [4] - Foot Locker has been losing market share to competitors like Nike and Under Armour, which have expanded their direct-to-consumer business, alongside a decline in customer visits to indoor malls [5][8] - Foot Locker operates 2,400 retail stores across 20 countries, with worldwide sales of $8 billion last year [5]

DOWNEY, Calif., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blum Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB: BLMH) (the "Company," "Blüm," "Blüm Holdings," "we" or "us"), a California-based publicly traded holding company and cannabis operator, today announced the execution of an Amended and Restated Binding Letter of Intent ("A&R LOI"), as previously disclosed in press releases dated January 21, 2025 and February 4, 2025, to acquire 100% of the issued and outstanding common stock of a licensed retail cannabis operator located in Northern ...

Core Viewpoint - The earnings season for casino stocks has been generally positive, with companies like MGM Resorts and Las Vegas Sands performing well, while Bally's Corp has struggled, missing revenue targets for the sixth consecutive quarter but surprising with a profit [1][3]. Company Performance - Bally's reported revenue of $580.4 million, down 5.1% year-over-year, with 78% of this revenue coming from its casino business, which also saw a decline of 4.2% year-over-year [5]. - Despite missing revenue targets, Bally's achieved a profit of 58 cents per share, contrasting with analysts' expectations of a loss of 76 cents per share [3]. - The stock price of Bally's has only decreased by 2% following the earnings report, indicating some resilience in the face of volatility [4]. Market Context - The consumer discretionary sector is under scrutiny as investors assess the state of consumer spending, particularly in entertainment and gambling for 2024 and beyond [2]. - Bally's is expanding its omnichannel business, holding online sports betting licenses in 13 jurisdictions and growing its international presence through its Interactive International division [6]. Growth Strategy - Bally's is optimistic about its growth through acquisition strategy, having completed transactions that could add nearly 50% to its topline in the current year [7]. - The company has not held an earnings call for the third consecutive quarter, which has left analysts to interpret results without additional commentary [13]. Analyst Sentiment - Analysts have maintained a cautious stance on Bally's, with Barclays lowering its price target from $14 to $13 while keeping an Equal Weight rating [14]. - Bally's is not currently favored among top-rated analysts, who suggest alternative stocks for investment [15].

Core Viewpoint - Kaskela Law LLC is investigating the fairness of the proposed buyout of Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. (DNB) by Clearlake Capital Group at a price of $9.15 per share, questioning whether shareholders are receiving adequate compensation and if there were any breaches of fiduciary duties by the company's officers or directors [1][3]. Summary by Sections Buyout Details - On March 24, 2025, DNB announced an agreement to be acquired by Clearlake Capital at a cash price of $9.15 per share, resulting in current stockholders being cashed out and the company's shares ceasing to be publicly traded [2]. Investigation Focus - The investigation aims to assess if DNB shareholders are receiving sufficient monetary consideration for their shares, especially considering that DNB's stock traded above $12.00 per share as recently as February 2025, and analysts had price targets above the buyout price at the time of the announcement [3]. Shareholder Communication - DNB shareholders are encouraged to contact Kaskela Law LLC for information regarding their legal rights and options related to the investigation [4].