MONTREAL, July 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX: DNG) ("Dynacor" or the "Corporation") announced its monthly dividend payment for August 2025 in the amount of C$0.01333 per common share which will be payable on August 19, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 11, 2025. This dividend represents the sixty-fifth (65th) dividend and fifty-fifth (55th) monthly dividend payment made to shareholders. The Corporation’s monthly dividend qualifies as an “eligible di ...

Core Viewpoint - A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) is expected to report second-quarter 2025 results on July 24, with mixed performance indicators suggesting potential challenges and opportunities ahead [1][9]. Revenue and Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for A. O. Smith's revenues is $987.3 million, reflecting a 3.6% decline from the previous year [2]. - The consensus estimate for adjusted earnings is 97 cents per share, indicating an 8.4% decline year-over-year [2]. Segment Performance - The North-American segment is anticipated to benefit from strong demand for commercial boilers and water treatment products, although a decline of 3.4% year-over-year to $764 million is expected due to softness in the residential and commercial water heater industry [3]. - The Rest of World segment is projected to generate revenues of $234 million, down 4.5% from the prior year, primarily due to challenges in the Chinese real estate market affecting residential water treatment and gas water heating products [4]. Cost and Acquisition Impact - A. O. Smith has faced high costs and expenses, with labor shortages and increased material costs negatively impacting performance, despite some moderation in supply-chain constraints [5]. - Recent acquisitions, such as the Pureit business from Unilever and Impact Water Products, are expected to positively influence the company's top line and enhance its position in the water treatment industry [6][7]. Earnings Expectations - A. O. Smith has an Earnings ESP of +4.48%, with the Most Accurate Estimate at $1.01 per share, suggesting a potential earnings beat despite the projected decline in EPS [8][9].

MONTREAL, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX-DNG) (“Dynacor” or the "Corporation"), today announced unaudited record gold sales of $30.8 million in June and record quarterly sales of $79.7 million. All figures are in US dollars unless otherwise indicated. Monthly Highlights Gold sales reached a record of $30.8 million (C$42.2 million1) in June 2025, compared to $18.7 million (C$25.6 million) in June 2024.The increase in sales of $12.1 million or +64.7% versus June 2024 is due to highe ...

CHARLESTON, S.C., July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, will report its second quarter 2025 financial results on Wednesday, July 30, before the U.S. financial markets open for trading. In conjunction with this announcement, Blackbaud will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss the company's financial results. Event: Blackbaud's Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Conference Call Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Time: 8 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese gaming market continues to show strong growth, driven by new product launches and a shift from long-term product commercialization to new product contributions [3][4]. Domestic Market - In May 2025, the actual sales revenue of the Chinese gaming market reached 28.051 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 9.86% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 2.56%. This growth rate has slowed compared to previous months but remains robust [3]. - The mobile gaming market in May 2025 generated actual sales revenue of 21.177 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 11.96%. Key new releases have started to emerge, with several games achieving monthly revenues exceeding 10 million yuan [4]. - The client game market saw actual sales revenue of 5.819 billion yuan in May 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 1.58%. The growth was primarily driven by new and recently launched products [5]. - The upcoming summer season is expected to see a significant increase in new game launches, with over 30 titles planned, covering various genres [6]. Overseas Market - In May 2025, the actual sales revenue of China's self-developed games in overseas markets reached 1.577 billion USD, marking a year-on-year increase of 6.93% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 1.50% [8]. - Strategy games (SLG) remain the core category driving overseas revenue, with product structures continuously optimizing. Notably, the game "Kingshot" saw its revenue double compared to the previous month [8]. - New genres, including female-oriented and synthesis games, are emerging in the overseas market, contributing to revenue growth and diversification [8].

Core Points - Dynacor Group Inc. announced a monthly dividend payment of C$0.01333 per common share for July 2025, marking the sixty-fourth dividend and fifty-fourth monthly payment to shareholders [1] - The dividend qualifies as an "eligible dividend" for Canadian income tax purposes, with future payments subject to the Board's discretion based on financial results and other relevant factors [2] Company Overview - Dynacor Group is an industrial ore processing company focused on producing gold from artisanal miners, established in 1996 [3] - The company operates the Veta Dorada plant and owns a gold exploration property in Peru, with plans to expand into West Africa and Latin America [3] - Dynacor promotes a responsible mineral supply chain with strict traceability and audit standards, benefiting both governments and miners [3] Social Responsibility - The premium paid for Dynacor's PX Impact® gold supports the Fidamar Foundation, which invests in health and education projects for artisanal mining communities in Peru [4]

Group 1 - The gaming sector is experiencing a significant rise, with the gaming ETF (159869) increasing over 3% in early trading on June 24, 2023, led by stocks such as Glacier Network, which surged over 15% [1] - According to Gamma Data, the Chinese gaming market is projected to reach a scale of 28.051 billion yuan by May 2025, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.86% and a month-on-month growth of 2.56% [1] - The mobile gaming market in China reached a scale of 21.177 billion yuan in May 2023, showing a year-on-year increase of 11.96% and a month-on-month increase of 3.69% [1] Group 2 - The client game market in China recorded a scale of 5.819 billion yuan in May 2023, with a year-on-year growth of 1.58% and a month-on-month growth of 0.34% [1] - The actual sales revenue of self-developed games in overseas markets reached 1.577 billion USD in May 2023, marking a year-on-year increase of 6.93% and a month-on-month increase of 1.50% [1] - Jianghai Securities noted that the Chinese gaming market achieved positive growth both year-on-year and month-on-month in May, slightly exceeding expectations [1] Group 3 - The gaming sector is catalyzed by multiple factors including AI, content, and changes in commercialization models, presenting potential investment opportunities in the gaming ETF (159869) which tracks the performance of A-share listed companies in the animation and gaming industry [2]

Group 1 - The gaming sector is experiencing a rise, with the gaming ETF (159869) turning positive, driven by stocks like Xinghui Entertainment, Tianzhou Culture, and Zhangqu Technology showing significant gains [1] - According to a gaming industry report, by May 2025, the Chinese gaming market is projected to reach a scale of 280.51 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.86% and a month-on-month growth of 2.56% [1] - The client game market in China is expected to reach 58.19 billion yuan by May 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 1.58% and a month-on-month growth of 0.34%, primarily driven by new and next-generation products [1] Group 2 - The mobile gaming market in China is projected to reach 211.77 billion yuan by May 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 11.96% and a month-on-month growth of 3.69%, supported by strong performances from both new and mature products [1] - The actual sales revenue from Chinese self-developed games in overseas markets reached 1.577 billion USD in May, showing a year-on-year increase of 6.93% and a month-on-month increase of 1.50%, with notable contributions from titles like "Kingshot" and "Genshin Impact" [1] - Huachuang Securities' report indicates that Perfect World's "Yihuan" is set to release new content and features, while other games like Giant Network's "Supernatural Action Group" and JiBit's "Dao You Come Dig Treasure" are maintaining strong positions in the rankings, suggesting a positive outlook for mid-tier gaming companies [2]

Group 1: Fiscal Data - In the first five months, the national general public budget revenue reached 96,623 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 0.3% [1] - Tax revenue was 79,156 billion yuan, down 1.6% year-on-year, while non-tax revenue increased by 6.2% to 17,467 billion yuan [1] - The securities transaction stamp duty amounted to 668 billion yuan, showing a significant year-on-year growth of 52.4% [1] Group 2: Banking and Finance - The People's Bank of China announced the first batch of institutions participating in the cross-border payment system, including major banks from both mainland China and Hong Kong [2] - Everbright Wealth became the first bank wealth management company to participate in offline IPO subscriptions, successfully bidding for shares in Xintong Electronics [2] - Everbright Wealth's mixed product "Sunshine Orange Absolute Return Strategy" was used for the subscription, indicating a growing trend in bank wealth management participation in equity markets [2] Group 3: Robotics Industry - IDC forecasts that the commercial sales volume of humanoid robots in China will reach nearly 60,000 units by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 95.3% [2] - The market is experiencing strong growth, with an estimated 2,000 units expected to be sold in 2024 [2] Group 4: Gaming Industry - In May 2025, China's gaming market size reached 28.051 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.86% [3] - The mobile gaming market contributed significantly, with a size of 21.177 billion yuan, up 11.96% year-on-year [3] - The actual sales revenue of self-developed games in overseas markets was 1.577 billion USD, marking a year-on-year increase of 6.93% [3] Group 5: Wine Industry - The wholesale reference price for 2025 Feitian Moutai has dropped to 1,900 yuan per bottle, indicating a decline in market prices [4] - Wuliangye announced a record high dividend payout of 22.3 billion yuan for 2024, with a dividend rate of 70% [5][6] Group 6: Semiconductor Industry - The global semiconductor foundry market is witnessing a shift, with SMIC rapidly closing the gap with Samsung Electronics [6] - SMIC's market share has risen to 6%, while Samsung's has decreased to 7.7%, highlighting a competitive landscape [6] Group 7: Logistics and Technology - Ele.me reported that a logistics supervisor was suspected of job-related crimes and has been reported to the police [7] - Yushu Technology completed a C-round financing of approximately 700 million yuan, with plans for an IPO primarily in the A-share market [7] Group 8: Construction Industry - China Power Construction Company signed new contracts worth 474 billion yuan in the first five months, a decrease of 0.93% year-on-year [8] Group 9: Stock Repurchase - Kailong High-tech received a commitment letter for a stock repurchase loan of 25 million yuan from China Everbright Bank [9] Group 10: Regulatory Actions - ST Aowei received an administrative supervision decision from the China Securities Regulatory Commission for inaccuracies in financial disclosures [10][11] Group 11: Renewable Energy - Guosheng Technology signed a sales contract for photovoltaic components worth 1.043 billion yuan with China General Nuclear Power Group [12]

MONTREAL, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX-DNG) (“Dynacor” or the "Corporation"), today announced unaudited gold sales of $26.1 million in May and year-to-date sales of $128.9 million. All figures are in US dollars unless otherwise indicated. Monthly Highlights Gold sales reached $26.1 million (C$36.2 million1) in May 2025, compared to $23.7 million (C$32.4 million) in May 2024.The increase in sales of $2.4 million or +10.1% versus May 2024 results from an increase in the sales pric ...