HOUSTON, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Itafos Inc. (TSX-V: IFOS) (OTCQX: ITFS) (“Itafos” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that, further to its news release on January 27, 2026, it has filed the National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) technical report to support the updated preliminary economic assessment (“PEA”) for the Arraias phosphate project, a phosphate mine project located in Tocantins, Brazil. The technical report, entitled “NI 43-101 Techni ...

Core Viewpoint - Itafos Inc. has appointed Joseph McConnell to its Board of Directors, effective January 16, 2026, replacing Isaiah Toback as a nominee from the principal shareholder, CL Fertilizers Holding LLC [1][2]. Group 1: Appointment Details - Joseph McConnell's appointment is expected to enhance the Board's oversight and guidance capabilities, bringing valuable skills and perspectives to advance the Company's business objectives [2]. - Anthony Cina, Chairman of the Board, expressed gratitude for Isaiah Toback's contributions to the Company [2]. Group 2: Background of Joseph McConnell - Mr. McConnell is a Partner at Castlelake, L.P., an affiliate of CLF, and serves as Deputy Co-Chief Investment Officer, responsible for the firm's global investment strategy across various asset classes [2][3]. - He has been with Castlelake since 2007 and became a partner in 2017, previously holding roles in portfolio management and investment, including co-head of the Aviation and Real Assets businesses [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - Itafos is a phosphate and specialty fertilizer company with operations and projects across three continents, headquartered in Houston, Texas [4]. - The Company's shares are traded on the TSX-V under the ticker "IFOS" and on the OTCQX under the ticker "ITFS" [4].

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 16, 2026. Registration No. 333-292700 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 1 to FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Liftoff Mobile, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) Delaware 7370 86-1817506 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Numb ...

Core Insights - Itafos Inc. reported Q2 2025 financial results, highlighting higher production volumes and revenues despite increased input costs [1][2][3] Financial Performance - Q2 2025 revenues reached $126.8 million, up from $105.1 million in Q2 2024, while adjusted EBITDA slightly decreased to $31.8 million from $32.8 million [8] - Net income for Q2 2025 was $24.8 million, compared to $16.2 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to fair value gains on investments and lower finance expenses [6][8] - Free cash flow for Q2 2025 was $10.8 million, down from $42.5 million in Q2 2024 [8] Production and Operations - The company produced 79,606 tonnes of P2O5 in Q2 2025, an increase from 69,532 tonnes in Q2 2024, attributed to a shorter turnaround period [22][32] - At Arraias, production of sulfuric acid increased to 36,349 tonnes in Q2 2025 from 16,652 tonnes in Q2 2024, driven by higher customer demand [34] Market Outlook - Phosphate fertilizer prices increased significantly in Q2 2025, with MAP New Orleans prices averaging $690/st, up 24% year-over-year [18][12] - The company expects strong phosphate pricing to continue through the second half of 2025, supported by sustained global fertilizer demand and ongoing export restrictions from China [14][16] Capital Expenditures - Total capex for Q2 2025 was $28.8 million, a decrease from $30.2 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to a planned short turnaround [7][11] - The company has approved a capital project for a new processing facility to reduce magnesium content in ore from the H1/NDR mines [4][26] Corporate Developments - The company is focused on extending the mine life at Conda through a multi-year exploration program with an expected annual cost of $6-8 million [27][31] - As of June 30, 2025, the company had a net debt of $(2.5) million, reflecting higher cash and lower debt levels [19][20]

Company Overview - Itafos Inc. is a phosphate and specialty fertilizer company headquartered in Houston, Texas, and trades on the TSX-V under the ticker "IFOS" [2] - The principal shareholder of Itafos is CL Fertilizers Holding LLC, an affiliate of global private investment firm Castlelake, L.P. [2] Business Operations - The company operates several vertically integrated phosphate fertilizer businesses, including: - Conda in Idaho, US, with a production capacity of approximately 550,000 tons per year of various phosphate products [5] - Arraias in Tocantins, Brazil, with a production capacity of approximately 500,000 tons per year of single superphosphate and related products [5] - Farim, a high-grade phosphate mine project located in Guinea-Bissau [5] - Santana, a vertically integrated high-grade phosphate mine and fertilizer plant project located in Pará, Brazil [5] Upcoming Events - Itafos will present at the Sidoti Small Cap Conference on June 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM EDT [1]

Core Viewpoint - Itafos Inc. reported strong operational performance in Q1 2025, with production volumes exceeding prior year levels and a revenue growth of 6% year-over-year despite higher input costs [2][5][6]. Financial Performance - Q1 2025 revenues reached $135.7 million, up from $128.0 million in Q1 2024, while adjusted EBITDA was $39.3 million compared to $43.2 million in the previous year [7]. - Net income for Q1 2025 was $35.9 million, an increase from $23.7 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to a gain on the sale of the Araxá project [6][7]. - Free cash flow improved to $31.3 million in Q1 2025 from $17.7 million in Q1 2024 [7]. Operational Highlights - The company achieved a significant milestone by reducing net debt to below $0, with net debt recorded at $(1.7) million as of March 31, 2025 [4][18]. - The company maintained a net leverage ratio of (0.0)x, indicating strong financial health [7][18]. - The successful closure of the Araxa project sale resulted in a gain of $27.9 million [10]. Market Outlook - Phosphate pricing experienced a slight decrease in Q1 2025 but is expected to remain strong through 2025 due to strong global demand and limited supply from evolving tariff policies [11][16]. - The company anticipates sales volumes of 340-360 thousand tonnes of P2O5 for FY 2025, with corporate selling, general and administrative expenses projected between $17-20 million [14][13]. Mine Development - Progress continues on the mine life extension program at Husky 1 / North Dry Ridge, with first ore shipments expected in the second half of 2025 [3][21]. - The company is focused on resource evaluation and permitting at Conda, with an expected annual cost of approximately $6-8 million for exploration activities [21][25]. Recent Developments - The company declared a special dividend of C$0.05 per share following the successful sale of the Araxá project [15]. - The company reported strong environmental, health, and safety performance, with no reportable incidents in Q1 2025 [20].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue growth for 2024 was 9% over 2023, more than doubling the previous year's growth rate [10][45] - Adjusted EBITDA margins expanded to 32%, marking a return to the "Rule of 40" benchmark [11][46] - Q4 revenue, excluding a specific DSP impact and political advertising, increased by 16% year-over-year [12][39] - Full-year net income was $12.5 million, or $0.23 per diluted share [56] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - CTV revenue more than doubled in 2024, representing 20% of total revenue in Q4 [45][52] - Mobile app business grew 16% year-over-year, also accounting for 20% of total revenue [45] - Emerging revenue streams doubled in 2024, with Connect, the curation and data business, growing 140% year-over-year [53][96] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Omni-channel video revenue reached over 40% in Q4, with half coming from CTV [20] - The company now works with 80% of the top 30 global streamers, up from 70% a quarter ago [21][103] - Political advertising contributed approximately 6% of total revenue in 2024 [68] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on high consumer engagement channels such as CTV, mobile app, and commerce media to drive growth [14][40] - Investments in product innovation and generative AI are expected to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement [17][36] - The strategy includes diversifying revenue streams and increasing the value of ad impressions through data curation [34][95] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management anticipates a challenging first half of 2025 due to a DSP headwind but expects underlying business growth of 15%+ year-over-year [61][72] - The company is confident in its ability to execute its growth strategy and deliver healthy margins [72] - The shift towards sell-side targeting is seen as a significant opportunity, driven by the decline of third-party cookies [90][92] Other Important Information - The company ended 2024 with $141 million in cash and marketable securities and no debt [48][60] - A share repurchase program has resulted in an 8% reduction in fully diluted shares outstanding [48][60] - The company is targeting a full-year adjusted EBITDA margin in the high 20% range for 2025 [70] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about month-on-month trends and overall CPM trends? - Management noted that the softness in Q4 was primarily due to one DSP's bidding changes, while CPMs were positive throughout the year [76][78] Question: Why is the impact limited to display, and is there a need to address the relationship with the DSP? - The impact is due to a structural change in the DSP's bidding approach, which has historically affected display formats [84][86] Question: What are the secular shifts in the industry driving the data opportunity? - The industry is shifting towards sell-side targeting due to the decline of cookies and the strength of first-party data [90][92] Question: Can you discuss the success and growth of Activate? - Activate has seen 6x growth year-over-year, simplifying the digital advertising supply chain and driving performance [112][114] Question: What is the outlook for CTV and its evolution? - CTV is transitioning towards programmatic buying, with significant opportunities in auction packages and managing yield for publishers [134][136]