Category: GlobeNewswire

  • MIL-OSI: First Savings Financial Group, Inc. Announces Redemption of Subordinated Notes

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Savings Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FSFG) (the “Company”), the holding company for First Savings Bank (the “Bank”), announced today the redemption of $20.0 million of subordinated notes, at par, on April 30, 2025. The subordinated notes were issued by the Company on September 20, 2018 as a 5.95% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Note due 2028, in the principal amount of $20.0 million. Prior to redemption, the subordinated notes were floating rate and yielded 7.66%. In order to consummate the redemption, the Bank paid the Company a dividend of $19.0 million, which the Bank funded with a like dollar amount of short-term wholesale borrowings at a rate of 4.48%. Subsequent to the dividend, the Bank maintained leverage and total risk-based capital ratios in excess of 9.0% and 12.0%, respectively, as of March 31, 2025. Subsequent to the redemption, the Company maintained leverage and total risk-based capital ratios in excess of 9.0% and 12.0%, respectively, as of April 30, 2025.

    Commenting on the redemption, Larry W. Myers, President and CEO, stated “We are very pleased to have redeemed and retired this excess, high-cost debt, which we expect will contribute to expansion in net interest margin. This debt redemption and the repurchase of Company common shares have been strategic initiatives we’ve desired to implement. The redemption helps clear a path for the opportunity to repurchase Company common shares in the forthcoming months should we continue to build excess capital, which we currently anticipate, and should such repurchases be accretive to the Company’s earnings per share.”

    The Bank is an entrepreneurial community bank headquartered in Jeffersonville, Indiana, which is directly across the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky, and operates fifteen depository branches within Southern Indiana. The Bank also has two national lending programs, including single-tenant net lease commercial real estate and SBA lending, with offices located predominately in the Midwest. The Bank is a recognized leader, both in its local communities and nationally for its lending programs. The employees of First Savings Bank strive daily to achieve the organization’s vision, We Expect To Be The BEST community BANK, which fuels our success. The Company’s common shares trade on The NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol “FSFG.”

    This release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are not historical facts; rather, they are statements based on the Company’s current expectations regarding its business strategies and their intended results and its future performance. Forward-looking statements are preceded by terms such as “expects,” “believes,” “anticipates,” “intends” and similar expressions.

    Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. Numerous risks and uncertainties could cause or contribute to the Company’s actual results, performance and achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that may cause or contribute to these differences include, without limitation, changes in general economic conditions; changes in market interest rates; changes in monetary and fiscal policies of the federal government; legislative and regulatory changes; and other factors disclosed in the Company’s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Because of the risks and uncertainties inherent in forward-looking statements, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on them, whether included in this release or made elsewhere from time to time by the Company or on its behalf. Except as may be required by applicable law or regulation, the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

    Contact:

    Tony A. Schoen
    Chief Financial Officer
    (812) 283-0724

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  • MIL-OSI: FERC Approves Reliability Must Run Settlement Agreement for Units at Talen Energy’s Brandon Shores and H.A. Wagner Power Plants

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    HOUSTON, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Talen Energy Corporation (“Talen”) (NASDAQ: TLN) announced today that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (the “FERC”) has approved the terms under which Talen will operate units at its Brandon Shores and H.A. Wagner power plants until May 31, 2029, beyond their scheduled May 31, 2025 retirement dates.

    Talen, PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. (“PJM”), and a broad coalition of the Maryland Public Service Commission, Maryland customers, and electric utilities reached agreement in January on the “reliability-must-run” or “RMR” agreement approved today by FERC. Under the RMR agreement, Brandon Shores Units 1 and 2 and H.A. Wagner Units 3 and 4 will remain in service and provide power necessary to maintain grid and transmission reliability in and around the City of Baltimore until transmission upgrades to provide reliable power to the area from other sources are complete.  

    “We appreciate FERC’s approval of this important agreement, which will help to ensure the reliable supply of electricity to the people of Baltimore and its surrounding area,” said Mac McFarland, President and Chief Executive Officer of Talen. “Talen is pleased to help provide critical infrastructure with an RMR structure that simultaneously creates reliable electricity in Baltimore and protects Maryland consumer rates.”

    About Talen

    Talen Energy (NASDAQ: TLN) is a leading independent power producer and energy infrastructure company dedicated to powering the future. We own and operate approximately 10.7 gigawatts of power infrastructure in the United States, including 2.2 gigawatts of nuclear power and a significant dispatchable fossil fleet. We produce and sell electricity, capacity, and ancillary services into wholesale U.S. power markets, with our generation fleet principally located in the Mid-Atlantic and Montana. Our team is committed to generating power safely and reliably, delivering the most value per megawatt produced. Talen is also powering the digital infrastructure revolution. We are well-positioned to capture this significant growth opportunity, as data centers serving artificial intelligence increasingly demand more reliable, clean power. Talen is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, visit https://www.talenenergy.com/.

    Investor Relations:
    Sergio Castro
    Vice President & Treasurer
    InvestorRelations@talenenergy.com

    Media:
    Taryne Williams
    Director, Corporate Communications
    Taryne.Williams@talenenergy.com

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This communication contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, which statements are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this communication, or incorporated by reference into this communication, are forward-looking statements. Throughout this communication, we have attempted to identify forward-looking statements by using words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecasts,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “seek,” “should,” “will,” or other forms of these words or similar words or expressions or the negative thereof, although not all forward-looking statements contain these terms. Forward-looking statements address future events and conditions concerning, among other things capital expenditures, earnings, litigation, regulatory matters, hedging, liquidity and capital resources and accounting matters. Forward-looking statements are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties that could cause our future business, financial condition, results of operations or performance to differ materially from our historical results or those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statement contained in this communication. All of our forward-looking statements include assumptions underlying or relating to such statements that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations, and are subject to numerous factors that present considerable risks and uncertainties.

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  • MIL-OSI: Marksmen Energy Inc. Announces Delay in Filing its 2024 Annual Financial Statements and Issuance of Promissory Note

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CALGARY, ALBERTA,, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Marksmen Energy Inc. (“Marksmen” or the “Company“) announced today that its annual financial statements, accompanying management’s discussion and analysis and related chief executive officer (“CEO“) and chief financial officer (“CFO“) certifications for the financial year ended December 31, 2024 (the “Annual Filings“), may not be filed within the period prescribed for the filing of such documents under Parts 4, 5 and 6 of National Instrument 51-102 Continuous Disclosure Obligations and pursuant to National Instrument 52-109 Certification of Disclosure in Issuers’ Annual and Interim Filings, namely within 120 days of year-end, being April 30, 2025 (the “Filing Deadline“).

    The delay in filing the Annual Filings is related to the Company’s inability to raise capital for the year 2024 and through Q1 2025 due to market conditions. As such, the Company experienced an unanticipated delay in receipt of funds to pay the Company’s external auditor to complete the audit. Such funds have since been received by the Company on April 24, 2025 pursuant to the Loan described below. The Company has since engaged with its auditor to complete the audit to address the completion of the Annual Filings.

    Marksmen is working closely with its auditor MNP LLP and is making every effort to submit the Annual Filings in a timely fashion and expects to file no later than June 15, 2025.

    The Company is providing this default announcement in accordance with National Policy 12-203 Management Cease Trade Orders (“NP 12-203“). The Company has made an application to the Alberta Securities Commission, as principal regulator of the Company, a management cease trade order (“MCTO“) under NP 12-203 in respect of the default regarding the Annual Filings. The MCTO will prohibit the CEO and the CFO from trading in securities of Marksmen for two full business days after all the required filings have been filed on SEDAR+. The issuance of the MCTO, if issued, does not affect the ability of persons other than the CEO and the CFO of the Company to trade in the Company’s securities. The application for the MCTO remains subject to the risk factors described in “Forward Looking Information and Risk Factors” below, including the risk that the MCTO application may not be successful or may not be completed prior to a securities commission issuing a failure-to-file cease trade order against the Company following the Filing Deadline.

    The Company confirms that it intends to satisfy the provisions of the alternative information guidelines found at sections 9 and 10 of NP 12-203 respecting Management Cease Trade Orders for so long as it remains in default as a result of the late filing of the Annual Filings. During the period of default, the Company will issue biweekly default status reports in the form of further news releases, which will also be filed on SEDAR+. The Company confirms that there are no insolvency proceedings against it as of the date of this news release. The Company also confirms that there is no other material information concerning the affairs of the Company that has not been generally disclosed as of the date of this news release.

    Promissory Note

    The Company also announces that it has obtained an unsecured non-convertible loan (the “Loan“) in the amount of CAD$250,000 from Conex Services Inc. (“Conex“). The Loan is evidenced by a promissory note issued by the Company to Conex on April 24, 2025 (the “Promissory Note“). The amount outstanding under the Promissory Note bears interest at a rate of 15% per annum and is due and payable in full on December 31, 2025.

    Related Party Participation

    The Loan is being provided by Conex, which is an entity wholly owned by Glenn Walsh, an insider of the Company by virtue of holding more than 10% of the outstanding common shares of the Company. As an insider of the Company participated in this transaction, it is deemed to be a “related party transaction” as defined under Multilateral Instrument 61-101-Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (“MI 61-101“).

    Since the Promissory Note is not convertible into shares of Marksmen, there will be no effect on the voting interests of any related parties. The Promissory Note was approved by all of the directors of Marksmen.

    The entering into of the Promissory Note with respect to the Loan is exempt from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 (pursuant to subsections 5.5(b) and 5.7(1)(f)) as the Company is not listed on a specified market and the Loan is not convertible into or repayable with equity or voting securities of the Company.

    For additional information regarding this news release please contact Archie Nesbitt, Director and CEO of the Company at (403) 265-7270 or e-mail ajnesbitt@marksmenenergy.com.

    Forward Looking Information and Risk Factors

    This news release contains statements and information that may constitute “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, including statements identified by the use of words such as “will”, “expects”, “positions”, “believe”, “potential” and similar words, including negatives thereof, or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts.

    Such forward-looking information is not representative of historical facts or information or current condition, but instead represent only the Company’s beliefs regarding future events, plans or objectives, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of the Company’s control. Generally, such forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “expects” or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, or “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or may contain statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will be taken”, “will continue”, “will occur” or “will be achieved”. The forward-looking information contained herein may include, but is not limited to, information concerning the estimated filing date of the Annual Filings, and whether the Alberta Securities Commission will grant the Company’s application for an MCTO.

    By identifying such information and statements in this manner, the Company is alerting the reader that such information and statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such information and statements. Some of these risks include, but are not limited to, the risk that the Annual Filings are filed later than anticipated, the risk that the Company’s application for an MCTO is not successful for any reason, in which case there is a risk that trading in the Company’s securities may halted by the TSX Venture Exchange and/or cease traded temporarily by the Canadian securities commissions after the Filing Deadline until such time as the Annual Filings are filed on SEDAR+.

    Additional information regarding risks and uncertainties of the Company’s business are contained under the headings “Financial Risk Management” and “Going Concern” in the Company’s Management’s Discussion & Analysis for the condensed interim consolidated financial statements for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and the Company’s other public filings which are available under the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended.

    In connection with the forward-looking information contained in this news release, the Company has made certain assumptions. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing, and the expectations contained in, the forward-looking information and statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information and statements, and no assurance or guarantee can be given that such forward-looking information and statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information and statements. The forward-looking information contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and the Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information and/or forward-looking statements that are contained or referenced herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking information and statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by this notice.

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  • MIL-OSI: Topicus.com Inc. Defers Release Date for First Quarter Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Topicus.com Inc. (TSXV:TOI) (the “Company”) announced today that the release of its first quarter results will be rescheduled. The Company will defer the release of its results from the originally planned date of May 2, 2025 in order to allow the Company to finalize its analysis and accounting for certain Q1 2025 complex transactions impacting the condensed consolidated interim financial statements.

    The Company’s quarterly results are expected to be disseminated via press release and made available on the Company’s website (www.topicus.com) and SEDAR+, after markets close on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

    About Topicus.com Inc.

    Topicus’ subordinate voting shares are listed on the Toronto Venture Stock Exchange under the symbol “TOI”. Topicus acquires, manages and builds vertical market software businesses.

    For further information:
    Jamal Baksh
    Chief Financial Officer
    (416) 861-9677
    info@topicus.com
    www.topicus.com

    SOURCE: TOPICUS.COM INC.

    NEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

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  • MIL-OSI: AMG to Announce First Quarter Results on May 8, 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Conference Call Scheduled for 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time

    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AMG (NYSE: AMG) will report financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 before the market opens on Thursday, May 8, 2025. A conference call will be held at 12:00 p.m. Eastern time on the same day.

    In addition to quarterly results, the conference call may include discussion of management’s expectations of future financial and operating results. Jay C. Horgen, President and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas M. Wojcik, Chief Operating Officer, and Dava E. Ritchea, Chief Financial Officer, will host the session.

    Parties interested in listening to the conference call should dial 1-877-407-8291 (U.S. calls) or 1-201-689-8345 (non-U.S. calls) shortly before the call begins.

    The conference call will also be available for replay beginning approximately one hour after the conclusion of the call. To hear a replay of the call, please dial 1-877-660-6853 (U.S. calls) or 1-201-612-7415 (non-U.S. calls) and provide conference ID 13753083. The live call and replay of the session, and a presentation highlighting the Company’s performance, can also be accessed via AMG’s website at https://ir.amg.com/.

    For more information on AMG, please visit www.amg.com

    Investor & Media Relations:
    Patricia Figueroa
    +1 (617) 747-3300
    ir@amg.com
    pr@amg.com

    © 2025 Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. All rights reserved.

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  • MIL-OSI: Diversified Royalty Corp. Announces Additions to the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool, May 2025 Cash Dividend and Q1 2025 Earnings Release Date

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diversified Royalty Corp. (TSX: DIV and DIV.DB.A) (the “Corporation” or “DIV”) and Mr. Lube Canada Limited Partnership (“Mr. Lube + Tires”) announced today that effective May 1, 2025 the Mr. Lube + Tires royalty pool (the “Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool”) has been adjusted to include the royalties from six new flagship Mr. Lube + Tires locations and remove one flagship Mr. Lube + Tires location that has permanently closed. With the adjustment for these five net new locations, the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool now includes 149 flagship locations.

    Sean Morrison, President and Chief Executive Officer of DIV, stated, “Mr. Lube + Tires continues to generate strong same-store-sales-growth across its franchise system and is well positioned to continue this impressive growth moving forward”.

    Pamela Lee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mr. Lube + Tires, stated, “Mr. Lube + Tires is proud of the performance of our franchisees in 2024. We continue to be focused on growing the Mr. Lube + Tires brand, strengthening the store level economics of our franchisees, and continuing to provide best-in-class service to our customers”.

    Additions to the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool

    Subject to certain performance criteria being met, and the LP Amendment as described further below, the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool is adjusted annually on May 1 (the “Adjustment Date”) to include new Mr. Lube + Tires locations that have been open since July 1 of the previous reporting period and to remove Mr. Lube + Tires locations that have been permanently closed during the previous year.

    The initial consideration paid to Mr. Lube + Tires for the estimated net additional royalty revenue was $4.0 million, representing 80% of the total estimated consideration of $5.0 million. The initial consideration of $4.0 million was elected by DIV to be paid in the form of 1,460,419 Common Shares of DIV on the basis of the 20-day volume weighted average closing price of the Common Shares for the period ended April 24, 2025 of $2.7363 per Common Share.

    The remaining consideration payable for the additional royalty revenue of the six new Mr. Lube + Tires locations added to the Royalty Pool on May 1, 2025 will be paid to Mr. Lube + Tires on May 1, 2026, the next Adjustment Date, and will be adjusted to reflect the actual system sales of these six new locations for the year ending December 31, 2025, net of the lost system sales of the one permanently closed Mr. Lube + Tires location removed from the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty pool on May 1, 2025.

    On May 1, 2023, the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool was adjusted to include royalties from five new flagship Mr. Lube + Tires locations. The initial consideration previously paid by DIV was $4.7 million, which represented 80% of the total estimated consideration for those five locations, which estimate was based on the forecast system sales of these five locations for year ending December 31, 2023. As a result of a previously-announced amendment (the “LP Amendment”) to the amended and restated limited partnership agreement (the “LP Agreement”) of DIV’s direct subsidiary ML Royalties Limited Partnership (“ML LP”), the remaining consideration payable for the additional royalty revenue of the five Mr. Lube + Tires locations (the “2023 True-Up Locations”) added to the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool on May 1, 2023 was to be paid to Mr. Lube + Tires on May 1, 2025 (as opposed to May 1, 2024), and adjusted to reflect the actual system sales of these five new locations for the year ending December 31, 2024 (as opposed to the actual system sales for the year ending December 31, 2023).

    The actual system sales for the 2023 True-Up Locations added to the Royalty Pool on May 1, 2023 has now been determined for the year ended December 31, 2024 to be $10.1 million. The total consideration payable to Mr. Lube + Tires for the net additional royalty revenue of these 2023 True-Up Locations based on their actual system sales for the year ended December 31, 2024 is $7.1 million. After taking into account the $4.7 million previously paid by DIV to Mr. Lube + Tires on May 1, 2023 for the 2023 True-Up Locations, DIV paid Mr. Lube + Tires the remaining $2.4 million of cash consideration for the net additional royalty revenue of these 2023 True-Up Locations on May 1, 2025.

    For further details with respect to the manner in which annual adjustments of the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool occur and the agreements underlying the procedures therefor, see DIV’s Annual Information Form dated March 24, 2025 as well as the LP Amendment, copies of each of which are available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com.

    May 2025 Cash Dividend

    DIV is pleased to announce that its board of directors has approved a cash dividend of $0.02083 per common share for the period of May 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025, which is equal to $0.25 per common share on an annualized basis. The dividend will be paid on May 30, 2025 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 15, 2025.

    Q1 2025 Earnings Release Date

    DIV will release earnings results for the three months ended March 31, 2025 following the closing of regular trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange on May 14, 2025.

    About Diversified Royalty Corp.

    DIV is a multi-royalty corporation, engaged in the business of acquiring top-line royalties from well-managed multi-location businesses and franchisors in North America. DIV’s objective is to acquire predictable, growing royalty streams from a diverse group of multi-location businesses and franchisors.

    DIV currently owns the Mr. Lube + Tires, AIR MILES®, Sutton, Mr. Mikes, Nurse Next Door, Oxford Learning Centres, Stratus Building Solutions and BarBurrito trademarks. Mr. Lube + Tires is the leading quick lube service business in Canada, with locations across Canada. AIR MILES® is Canada’s largest coalition loyalty program. Sutton is among the leading residential real estate brokerage franchisor businesses in Canada. Mr. Mikes operates casual steakhouse restaurants primarily in western Canadian communities. Nurse Next Door is a home care provider with locations across Canada and the United States as well as in Australia. Oxford Learning Centres is one of Canada’s leading franchisee supplemental education services. Stratus Building Solutions is a leading commercial cleaning service franchise company providing comprehensive janitorial, building cleaning, and office cleaning services primarily in the United States. BarBurrito is the largest quick service Mexican restaurant food chain in Canada.

    DIV’s objective is to increase cash flow per share by making accretive royalty purchases and through the growth of purchased royalties. DIV intends to continue to pay a predictable and stable monthly dividend to shareholders and increase the dividend over time, in each case as cash flow per share allows.

    Forward Looking Statements

    Certain statements contained in this news release may constitute “forward-looking information” or “financial outlook” within the meaning of applicable securities laws that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking information or financial outlook. The use of any of the words “anticipate”, “continue”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend”, “may”, “will”, ”project”, “should”, “believe”, “confident”, “plan” and “intend” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking information and financial outlook, although not all forward-looking information and financial outlook contain these identifying words. Specifically, forward-looking information and financial outlook in this news release includes, but is not limited to, statements made in relation to: the amount and timing of the payment for the remaining consideration payable to Mr. Lube + Tires for the additional royalty revenue from the six Mr. Lube + Tires locations added to the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool on May 1, 2025; DIV’s belief that Mr. Lube + Tires will continue to generate strong same-store-sales-growth across its franchise system and is well positioned to continue its impressive growth moving forward; Mr. Lube + Tires being focused on growing the Mr. Lube + Tires brand, strengthening the store level economics of its franchisees, and continuing to provide best-in-class service to its customers; the amount and timing of the May 2025 dividend to be paid to DIV’s shareholders; the timing of DIV releasing earnings results for the three months ended March 31, 2025; DIV’s objective to continue to pay predictable and stable monthly dividends to shareholders; and DIV’s corporate objectives. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events, performance, or achievements of DIV to differ materially from those anticipated or implied in such forward-looking information and financial outlook. DIV believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking information and financial outlook are reasonable but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct. In particular there can be no assurance that: Mr. Lube + Tires will continue to make royalty payments in the amounts and at the times required, or at all; the amount of, or timing of the payment for, the additional consideration payable to Mr. Lube + Tires for the six additional Mr. Lube + Tires locations added to the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool on May 1, 2025 will occur in the amount or at the time estimated; that transactions completed with Mr. Lube + Tires for the additions to the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool will be accretive to DIV shareholders; that Mr. Lube + Tires will realize any of the intended benefits of its growth strategy; that Mr. Lube + Tires will continue to grow its brand; that Mr. Lube + Tires will continue opening new stores, or that such stores will be successful if opened; that Mr. Lube + Tires will succeed in strengthening store level economics of its franchisees; that Mr. Lube + Tires will continue to provide best-in-class service to its customers; DIV will be able to make monthly dividend payments to the holders of its common shares; or DIV will achieve any of its corporate objectives. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned that forward-looking information and financial outlook included in this news release are not guarantees of future performance, and such forward-looking information and financial outlook should not be unduly relied upon. More information about the risks and uncertainties affecting DIV’s business and the businesses of its royalty partners can be found in the “Risk Factors” section of its Annual Information Form dated March 24, 2025 and in DIV’s most recently filed management’s discussion and analysis, copies of which are available under DIV’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com.

    In formulating the forward-looking information and financial outlook contained herein, management has assumed that DIV will generate sufficient cash flows from its royalties to service its debt and pay dividends to shareholders; lenders will provide any necessary waivers required in order to allow DIV to continue to pay dividends; the performance of the Mr. Lube + Tires flagship locations in the Mr. Lube + Tires Royalty Pool will be consistent with DIV’s expectations; and the business and economic conditions affecting DIV and its royalty partners will continue substantially in the ordinary course, including without limitation with respect to general industry conditions, general levels of economic activity and regulations. These assumptions, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect.

    To the extent any forward-looking information in this news release constitutes a “financial outlook” within the meaning of applicable securities laws, such information is being provided to provide investors with an estimate of the financial impact to DIV of transactions with Mr. Lube + Tires described in this news release.

    All of the forward-looking information and financial outlook in this news release is qualified in its entirety by these cautionary statements and other cautionary statements or factors contained herein, and there can be no assurance that the actual results or developments will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, DIV. The forward-looking information and financial outlook included in this news release is presented as of the date of this news release and DIV assumes no obligation to publicly update or revise such information to reflect new events or circumstances, except as may be required by applicable law.

    THE TORONTO STOCK EXCHANGE HAS NOT REVIEWED AND DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR THE ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.

    Additional Information

    Additional information relating to the Corporation and other public filings, is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com.

    Contact:
    Sean Morrison, President and Chief Executive Officer
    Diversified Royalty Corp.
    (604) 235-3146

    Greg Gutmanis, Chief Financial Officer and VP Acquisitions
    Diversified Royalty Corp.
    (604) 235-3146

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  • MIL-OSI: CALIFORNIA BANCORP ANNOUNCES INCREASE IN SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM AND THE REDEMPTION OF SUBORDINATED NOTES

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    San Diego, Calif., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — California Bancorp (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BCAL), the holding company for California Bank of Commerce, N.A. (the “Bank”), announces that its Board of Directors has authorized an increase in the number of shares of the Company’s common stock that may be repurchased pursuant to its share repurchase program to 1.6 million shares, up from 550,000 shares when the program was first announced on June 15, 2023. The increase allows for the repurchase of approximately 4.9% of the Company’s outstanding shares of common stock. No stock has yet been repurchased through the original or increased repurchase program.

    “The increase in our share repurchase program demonstrates the conviction of our Board of Directors and management team to our relationship-based banking strategy, and our commitment to building long-term shareholder value,” said David Rainer, Executive Chairman of the Company and the Bank. “Our strong balance sheet and capital levels will allow us to be flexible in the opportunistic deployment of capital for share repurchases, as well as the repayment of outstanding callable subordinated debt.”

    Repurchases under the program may occur from time to time in open market transactions, in privately negotiated transactions, or by other means in accordance with federal securities laws and other restrictions. The Company intends to fund its repurchases from available working capital and cash provided by operating activities. The timing of repurchases, as well as the number of shares repurchased, will depend on a variety of factors, including price; trading volume; business, economic and general market conditions; and the terms of any Rule 10b5-1 plan adopted by the Company. The repurchase program has no expiration date and may be suspended, modified, or terminated at any time without prior notice.

    The Company also announces today that it has elected to, and expects to, redeem the $18 million of 5.50% Fixed-to-Floating Subordinated Notes due 2030, that it issued on May 28, 2020.

    ABOUT CALIFORNIA BANCORP

    California BanCorp (NASDAQ: BCAL) is a registered bank holding company headquartered in San Diego, California. California Bank of Commerce, N.A., a national banking association chartered under the laws of the United States (the “Bank”) and regulated by the Office of Comptroller of the Currency, is a wholly owned subsidiary of California BanCorp. Established in 2001 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the Bank offers a range of financial products and services to individuals, professionals, and small to medium-sized businesses through its 14 branch offices and four loan production offices serving California. The Bank’s solutions-driven, relationship-based approach to banking provides accessibility to decision makers and enhances value through strong partnerships with its clients. Additional information is available at www.bankcbc.com.

    CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

    In addition to historical information, this release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements relate to expectations, beliefs, projections, future plans and strategies, anticipated events or trends and other matters that are not historical facts. Examples of forward-looking statements include expectations regarding opportunities to deploy capital for share repurchases, enhance shareholder value through share repurchases, and redeem our outstanding subordinated debt. Forward-looking statements reflect management’s current view about future events and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ from those expressed in the forward-looking statement or historical results. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and often include the words or phrases such as “aim,” “can,” “may,” “could,” “predict,” “should,” “will,” “would,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “hope,” “intend,” “plan,” “potential,” “project,” “will likely result,” “continue,” “seek,” “shall,” “possible,” “projection,” “optimistic,” and “outlook,” and variations of these words and similar expressions.

    Factors that could cause or contribute to results differing from those in or implied in the forward-looking statements include but are not limited to risks related to our recently completed merger with the predecessor California BanCorp, including the risks that cost savings may be less than anticipate and difficulties in retaining senior management, employees or customers, the impact of bank failures or other adverse developments at other banks on general investor sentiment regarding the stability and liquidity of banks, changes in real estate markets and valuations; the impact on financial markets from geopolitical conflicts; inflation, interest rate, market and monetary fluctuations and general economic conditions, either nationally or locally in the areas in which the Company conducts business; increases in competitive pressures among financial institutions and businesses offering similar products and services; general credit risks related to lending, including changes in the value of real estate or other collateral, the financial condition of borrowers, the effectiveness of our underwriting practices and the risk of fraud; higher than anticipated defaults in the Company’s loan portfolio; changes in management’s estimate of the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses or the factors the Company uses to determine the allowance for credit losses; changes in demand for loans and other products and services offered by the Company; the costs and outcomes of litigation; legislative or regulatory changes or changes in accounting principles, policies or guidelines; and other risk factors discussed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and other documents the Company may file with the SEC from time to time. Additional information regarding these and other risks and uncertainties to which our business and future financial performance are subject is contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and other documents the Company files with the SEC from time to time.

    Any forward-looking statement made in this release is based only on information currently available to management and speaks only as of the date on which it is made. The Company does not undertake, and specifically disclaims any obligation, to update any forward-looking statements to reflect occurrences or unanticipated events or circumstances after the date of such statements or to conform such forward-looking statements to actual results or to changes in its opinions or expectations, except as required by law.

    INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT
    Kevin Mc Cabe
    California Bank of Commerce
    kmccabe@bankcbc.com
    818.637.7065

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  • MIL-OSI: Fairfax India Holdings Corporation First Quarter Financial Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES

    (Note:   All dollar amounts in this press release are expressed in U.S. dollars except as otherwise noted. The financial results are derived from unaudited financial statements prepared using the recognition and measurement requirements of International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IFRS®Accounting Standards”), except as otherwise noted. This press release contains certain non-GAAP and other financial measures, including book value per share and cash and marketable securities, that do not have a prescribed meaning under IFRS Accounting Standards and may not be comparable to similar financial measures presented by other issuers. See “Glossary of non-GAAP and other financial measures” at the end of this press release for further details.)
         

    TORONTO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fairfax India Holdings Corporation (TSX: FIH.U) announces a net loss of $211.2 million ($1.57 net loss per diluted share) in the first quarter of 2025, compared to a net loss of $293.5 million in the first quarter of 2024 ($2.17 net loss per diluted share). The company’s book value per share decreased 7.4% to $19.41 at March 31, 2025 from $20.96 at December 31, 2024, primarily due to unrealized losses recorded on the company’s publicly listed investments.

    Highlights for the first quarter of 2025 included the following:

    • The company recorded a net change in unrealized losses on investments of $222.9 million, principally from decreases in the fair values of the company’s publicly listed investments in IIFL Capital (formerly IIFL Securities) ($106.8 million), IIFL Finance ($64.5 million), Fairchem Organics ($28.1 million), 5paisa ($10.0 million) and CSB Bank ($9.9 million), and private company investment in Sanmar ($19.2 million) (primarily due to a decrease in the publicly traded share price of its subsidiary, Chemplast), partially offset by an increase in the fair value of the company’s private company investment in Seven Islands ($18.7 million).
    • On February 20, 2025 the company completed its previously announced investment of an additional 10.0% equity interest in Bangalore International Airport Limited (“BIAL”) for a purchase price of $255.0 million. In accordance with the agreement with Siemens Project Ventures GmbH (“Siemens”), the company paid an initial installment on the closing date and recognized a payable for securities purchased of $170.9 million, representing the second and third installments to be paid in the third quarters of 2025 and 2026, respectively.
    • In February 2025, the company also increased the borrowing limit of its revolving credit facility from

    $175.0 million to $250.0 million, including the use of letters of credit. The company issued a letter of credit for $170.9 million in favour of Siemens equal to the deferred purchase price for the additional 10.0% equity interest in BIAL. The increased borrowing limit and Siemens letter of credit will be reduced over a period of approximately eighteen months in accordance with the terms of the amended credit agreement and letter of credit.

    Fairfax India is in strong financial health, with cash and marketable securities at March 31, 2025 of $113.0 million and $79.2 million available under its revolving credit facility.

    There were 134.8 million and 135.4 million weighted average common shares outstanding during the first quarters of 2025 and 2024, respectively. At March 31, 2025 there were 104,839,462 subordinate voting shares and 30,000,000 multiple voting shares outstanding.

    Unaudited balance sheets, earnings (loss) and comprehensive income (loss) information follow and form part of this press release. Fairfax India’s detailed first quarter report can be accessed at its website www.fairfaxindia.ca.

    Fairfax India Holdings Corporation is an investment holding company whose objective is to achieve long term capital appreciation, while preserving capital, by investing in public and private equity securities and debt instruments in India and Indian businesses or other businesses with customers, suppliers or business primarily conducted in, or dependent on, India.

    For further information, contact: John Varnell, Vice President, Corporate Affairs
      (416) 367-4755
    Information on            
    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS            
    as at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024            
    (unaudited – US$ thousands)            
      March 31, 2025
      December 31, 2024
     
    Assets    
    Cash and cash equivalents   21,616     59,322  
    Bonds   114,823     180,507  
    Common stocks   3,419,382     3,381,206  
    Total cash and investments   3,555,821     3,621,035  
                 
    Interest and dividends receivable   5,093     8,849  
    Income taxes refundable   175     174  
    Other assets   844     722  
    Total assets   3,561,933     3,630,780  
         
    Liabilities    
    Accounts payable and accrued liabilities   1,106     1,300  
    Accrued interest expense   2,736     8,611  
    Income taxes payable   1,547     5,379  
    Payable to related parties   9,434     10,099  
    Payable for securities purchased   170,850      
    Deferred income taxes   129,973     149,780  
    Borrowings   498,479     498,349  
    Total liabilities   814,125     673,518  
         
    Equity    
    Common shareholders’ equity   2,617,071     2,826,495  
    Non-controlling interests   130,737     130,767  
    Total equity   2,747,808     2,957,262  
        3,561,933     3,630,780  
                 
    Book value per share $       19.41   $ 20.96  
             
    Information on        
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS (LOSS)        
    for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024        
    (unaudited – US$ thousands except per share amounts)        
      First quarter
      2025   2024  
    Income        
    Interest 3,196   5,038  
    Dividends 2,998   7,049  
    Net realized gains on investments 616   116,924  
    Net change in unrealized losses on investments (222,862 ) (410,927 )
    Net foreign exchange gains (losses) 3,245   (376 )
      (212,807 ) (282,292 )
    Expenses        
    Investment and advisory fees 9,399   9,484  
    General and administration expenses 1,648   2,536  
    Interest expense 6,755   6,380  
      17,802   18,400  
             
    Loss before income taxes (230,609 ) (300,692 )
    Recovery of income taxes (19,142 ) (7,483 )
    Net loss (211,467 ) (293,209 )
             
    Attributable to:        
    Shareholders of Fairfax India (211,224 ) (293,504 )
    Non-controlling interests (243 ) 295  
      (211,467 ) (293,209 )
                 
    Net loss per basic and diluted share $         (1.57 ) $    (2.17 )
    Shares outstanding (weighted average) 134,839,462   135,365,933  
             
             
             
    Information on        
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)        
    for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024        
    (unaudited – US$ thousands)        
      First quarter
      2025   2024  
    Net loss (211,467 ) (293,209 )
    Other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes        
    Item that may be subsequently reclassified to net earnings (loss)        
    Unrealized foreign currency translation gains (losses), net of income taxes of nil (2024 – nil) 2,046   (5,708 )
    Comprehensive loss (209,421 ) (298,917 )
             
    Attributable to:        
    Shareholders of Fairfax India (209,391 ) (298,926 )
    Non-controlling interests (30 ) 9  
      (209,421 ) (298,917 )

    This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Forward-looking statements may relate to the company’s or an Indian Investment’s future outlook and anticipated events or results and may include statements regarding the financial position, business strategy, growth strategy, budgets, operations, financial results, taxes, dividends, plans and objectives of the company. Particularly, statements regarding future results, performance, achievements, prospects or opportunities of the company, an Indian Investment, or the Indian market are forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “expects” or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates” or “does not anticipate” or “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might”, “will” or “will be taken”, “occur” or “be achieved”.

    Forward-looking statements are based on our opinions and estimates as of the date of this press release, and they are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including but not limited to the following factors: oil price risk; geographic concentration of investments; potential lack of diversification; foreign currency fluctuation; volatility of the Indian securities markets; investments may be made in foreign private businesses where information is unreliable or unavailable; valuation methodologies involve subjective judgments; financial market fluctuations; pace of completing investments; minority investments; reliance on key personnel and risks associated with the Investment Advisory Agreement; disruption of the company’s information technology systems could significantly affect the company’s business; lawsuits; use of leverage; significant ownership by Fairfax may adversely affect the market price of the subordinate voting shares; trading price of subordinate voting shares relative to book value per share risk; weather risk; taxation risks; emerging markets; legal, tax and regulatory risks; MLI; economic risk; reliance on trading partners; and economic disruptions from conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East and the development of other geopolitical events and economic disruptions worldwide. Additional risks and uncertainties are described in the company’s annual information form dated March 7, 2025 which is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on the company’s website at www.fairfaxindia.ca. These factors and assumptions are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors and assumptions that could affect the company. These factors and assumptions, however, should be considered carefully.

    Although the company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements contained herein, except as required by applicable securities laws.

    GLOSSARY OF NON-GAAP AND OTHER FINANCIAL MEASURES
    Management analyzes and assesses the financial position of the consolidated company in various ways. Certain of the measures included in this press release, which have been used consistently and disclosed regularly in the company’s Annual Reports and interim financial reporting, do not have a prescribed meaning under IFRS Accounting Standards and may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. Those measures are described below.

    Book value per share – The company considers book value per share a key performance measure in evaluating its objective of long term capital appreciation, while preserving capital. This measure is also closely monitored as it is used to calculate the performance fee, if any, to Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited. This measure is calculated by the company as common shareholders’ equity divided by the number of common shares outstanding.

    Cash and marketable securities – This measure is calculated by the company as the sum of cash, cash equivalents, short term investments and Government of India bonds. The company uses this measure to monitor short term liquidity risk.

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  • MIL-OSI: Petrus Resources Declares Monthly Dividend for May 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CALGARY, Alberta, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Petrus Resources Ltd. (“Petrus” or the “Company”) (TSX: PRQ) is pleased to confirm that its Board of Directors has declared a monthly dividend in the amount of $0.01 per share payable May 30, 2025, to shareholders of record on May 15, 2025. The dividend is designated as an eligible dividend for Canadian income tax purposes.

    Dividend Reinvestment Plan (“DRIP”)
    Petrus’ DRIP enables eligible shareholders to reinvest all or part of their cash dividends into additional common shares of the Company. Participation in the DRIP is optional. Eligible shareholders who elect to reinvest their cash dividends under the DRIP will receive common shares issued from treasury at a discount of 3% from the market price of the common shares.

    To participate in the DRIP, registered shareholders must deliver a properly completed enrollment form to Odyssey Trust Company (“Odyssey”) before 4:00 p.m. (Calgary time) on the 5th business day immediately preceding a dividend record date. Beneficial shareholders who wish to participate in the DRIP should contact their broker or other nominee through which their Common Shares are held to determine their eligibility and provide appropriate enrollment instructions. Participation by shareholders that are not resident in Canada may be restricted.

    A complete copy of the DRIP is available on the Company’s website at www.petrusresources.com and on Odyssey’s website at https://odysseytrust.com/faq/. A copy of the enrollment form for use by registered shareholders is available on Odyssey’s website at https://odysseytrust.com/faq/. For further information regarding the DRIP, please contact Odyssey at 1-888-290-1175 (Toll free in North America) or 1-587-885-0960.

    ABOUT PETRUS
    Petrus is a public Canadian oil and gas company focused on property exploitation, strategic acquisitions and risk-managed exploration in Alberta.

    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
    Ken Gray
    President and Chief Executive Officer
    T: 403-930-0889
    E: kgray@petrusresources.com

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  • MIL-OSI: EZCORP Announces Retirement of $103.4 Million Convertible Notes

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    AUSTIN, Texas, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EZCORP, Inc. (NASDAQ: EZPW) (the “Company”), a leading provider of pawn transactions in the United States and Latin America, announced today the retirement of its $103.4 million aggregate principal amount outstanding of 2.375% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2025 (the “2025 Notes”). The 2025 Notes were issued in 2018 with a maturity date of May 1, 2025.

    In connection with the Company’s election of physical settlement made in October 2024, holders had the right to convert their 2025 Notes into 62.8931 shares of EZCORP Class A Common Stock per $1,000 principal amount (equivalent to the conversion price of $15.90 per share) through April 30, 2025. Holders converted approximately $97.0 million in principal amount of the 2025 Notes into approximately 6.1 million shares of EZCORP Class A Common Stock. The Company repaid the remaining principal balance of the notes in cash of approximately $6.4 million, together with payments of interest and cash in lieu of fractional shares of $1.2 million.

    ABOUT EZCORP
    Formed in 1989, EZCORP has grown into a leading provider of pawn transactions in the United States and Latin America. We also sell pre-owned and recycled merchandise, primarily collateral forfeited from pawn lending operations and merchandise purchased from customers. We are dedicated to satisfying the short-term cash needs of consumers who are both cash and credit constrained, focusing on an industry-leading customer experience. EZCORP is traded on NASDAQ under the symbol EZPW and is a member of the S&P 1000 Index and Nasdaq Composite Index.

    Contact:
    Email: Investor_Relations@ezcorp.com
    Phone: (512) 314-2220

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  • MIL-OSI: TWFG Insurance Acquires Agencies in Texas and North Carolina, and Adds Innovative Agency Owner, Denise Davis, as Vice President of Retail Operations

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    THE WOODLANDS, Texas, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TWFG, Inc. (“TWFG”, the “Company”), a high-growth insurance distribution company, announced today the acquisition of two agencies, one in Texas and one in North Carolina, and the hiring of Denise Davis as Vice President of Retail Operations.

    Denise Davis Insurance, located in Tomball, Texas, converted to a TWFG Corporate Branch on April 1, 2025, after nearly 23 years as an independent TWFG Branch. This move allows Denise to take on the role of Vice President of Retail Operations at TWFG, where her industry and technological process expertise will bring scale and efficiency to our over 500 locations in 33 states.

    Paul Mears Insurance Group, Inc. joined TWFG on May 1, 2025. The agency has 16 employees in three locations in Valdese, North Wilkesboro, and Morgantown, North Carolina, expanding the number of TWFG Insurance locations in the state to nine. The agency has been serving customers since 1989. Paul Mears, Kelly Bowers-Messenheimer and Adam Mears will continue to lead the agency and focus on growth.

    About TWFG

    TWFG (NASDAQ: TWFG) is a leading independent distribution platform for personal and commercial insurance in the United States, representing hundreds of insurance carriers. The Company provides innovative insurance solutions through its network of agents, carriers, and technology-driven distribution models. For more information, visit www.twfg.com.

    For more information, please contact:

    Investor Contact:
    Gene Padgett
    TWFG, Inc. – Chief Accounting Officer
    Email: gene.padgett@twfg.com

    PR Contact:
    Alex Bunch
    TWFG, Inc. – Chief Marketing Officer
    E-mail: alex@twfg.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Guggenheim Investments Announces May 2025 Closed-End Fund Distributions

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Guggenheim Investments today announced that certain closed-end funds have declared their distributions. The table below summarizes the distribution schedule for each closed-end fund (collectively, the “Funds” and each, a “Fund”).

    The following dates apply to the distributions:

    Record Date May 15, 2025

    Ex-Dividend Date May 15, 2025

    Payable Date May 30, 2025

    Distribution Schedule
    NYSE Ticker Closed-End Fund Name Distribution
    Per Share
    Change from Previous Distribution Frequency
    AVK Advent Convertible and Income Fund $0.1172   Monthly
    GBAB Guggenheim Taxable Municipal Bond & Investment Grade Debt Trust $0.12573   Monthly
    GOF Guggenheim Strategic Opportunities Fund $0.1821   Monthly
    GUG Guggenheim Active Allocation Fund $0.11875   Monthly


    A portion of this distribution is estimated to be a return of capital rather than income. Final determination of the character of distributions will be made at year-end. The Section 19(a) notice referenced below provides more information and can be found at www.guggenheiminvestments.com.

    You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund’s Distribution Policy.

    Past performance is not indicative of future performance. As of this announcement, the sources of each fund distribution are estimates. Distributions may be paid from sources of income other than ordinary income, such as short-term capital gains, long-term capital gains or return of capital. Unless otherwise noted, the distributions above are not anticipated to include a return of capital. If a distribution consists of something other than ordinary income, a Section 19(a) notice detailing the anticipated source(s) of the distribution will be made available. The Section 19(a) notice will be posted to a Fund’s website and to the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation so that brokers can distribute such notices to Shareholders of the Fund. Section 19(a) notices are provided for informational purposes only and not for tax reporting purposes. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of all distributions will be made after the end of the year. This information is not legal or tax advice. Consult a professional regarding your specific legal or tax matters.

    About Guggenheim Investments

    Guggenheim Investments is the global asset management and investment advisory division of Guggenheim Partners, LLC (“Guggenheim”), with more than $246 billion* in assets under management across fixed income, equity, and alternative strategies. We focus on the return and risk needs of insurance companies, corporate and public pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments and foundations, consultants, wealth managers, and high-net-worth investors. Our 220+ investment professionals perform rigorous research to understand market trends and identify undervalued opportunities in areas that are often complex and underfollowed. This approach to investment management has enabled us to deliver innovative strategies providing diversification opportunities and attractive long-term results.

    Guggenheim Investments includes Guggenheim Funds Investment Advisors, LLC (“GFIA”), Guggenheim Partners Investment Management, LLC (“GPIM”) and Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC (“GFD”). GFIA serves as Investment Adviser for GBAB, GOF and GUG. GPIM serves as Investment Sub-Adviser for GBAB, GOF and GUG. GFD serves as servicing agent for AVK. The Investment Adviser for AVK is Advent Capital Management, LLC and is not affiliated with Guggenheim.

    *Assets under management are as of 3.31.2025 and include leverage of $15.2bn. Guggenheim Investments represents the following affiliated investment management businesses of Guggenheim Partners, LLC: Guggenheim Partners Investment Management, LLC, Security Investors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Investment Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Corporate Funding, LLC, Guggenheim Wealth Solutions, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Europe Limited, Guggenheim Partners Japan Limited, GS GAMMA Advisors, LLC, and Guggenheim Private Investments, LLC.

    This information does not represent an offer to sell securities of the Funds and it is not soliciting an offer to buy securities of the Funds. There can be no assurance that the Funds will achieve their investment objectives. Investments in the Funds involve operating expenses and fees. The net asset value of the Funds will fluctuate with the value of the underlying securities. It is important to note that closed-end funds trade on their market value, not net asset value, and closed-end funds often trade at a discount to their net asset value. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. An investment in closed-end funds is subject to investment risk, including the possible loss of the entire amount that you invest. Some general risks and considerations associated with investing in a closed-end fund may include: Investment and Market Risk; Lower Grade Securities Risk; Equity Securities Risk; Foreign Securities Risk; Interest Rate Risk; Illiquidity Risk; Derivative Risk; Management Risk; Anti-Takeover Provisions; Market Disruption Risk and Leverage Risk. See www.guggenheiminvestments.com/cef for a detailed discussion of Fund-specific risks.

    Investors should consider the investment objectives and policies, risk considerations, charges and expenses of any investment before they invest. For this and more information, visit www.guggenheiminvestments.com or contact a securities representative or Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC 227 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60606, 800-345-7999.

    Analyst Inquiries
    William T. Korver
    cefs@guggenheiminvestments.com

    Not FDIC-Insured | Not Bank-Guaranteed | May Lose Value
    Member FINRA/SIPC (05/25) 64740

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  • MIL-OSI: Cenovus to hold first-quarter 2025 conference call and webcast and 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 8

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CALGARY, Alberta, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE) (NYSE:CVE) will release its first-quarter 2025 results on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The news release will provide consolidated first-quarter operating and financial information. The company’s financial statements will be available on Cenovus’s website, cenovus.com.

    First-quarter 2025 conference call: 9 a.m. MT (11 a.m. ET)

    For analysts wanting to join the call, please register in advance at Conference Call registration.

    To participate, you must complete the online registration form in advance of the conference call start time. Register ahead of time to receive a unique PIN to access the conference call via telephone. Once registered, participants can dial into the conference call from their telephone via the unique PIN or click on the “Call Me” option to receive an automated call directly on their telephone.

    To listen to the conference call online, a live audio webcast will also be available and archived for approximately 30 days.

    Annual Meeting of Shareholders

    Cenovus will also host its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 8, 2025, at 1 p.m. MT (3 p.m. ET). The webcast link to the Shareholders Meeting is also available under Investors at cenovus.com.

    Cenovus Energy Inc.

    Cenovus Energy Inc. is an integrated energy company with oil and natural gas production operations in Canada and the Asia Pacific region, and upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. The company is committed to maximizing value by developing its assets in a safe, responsible and cost-efficient manner, integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into its business plans. Cenovus common shares and warrants are listed on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges, and the company’s preferred shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange. For more information, visit cenovus.com.

    Find Cenovus on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram.

    Cenovus contacts:

    Investors Media
    Investor Relations general line
    403-766-7711
    Media Relations general line
    403-766-7751

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  • MIL-OSI: Quaint Oak Bancorp, Inc. Announces First Quarter Earnings

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Southampton, PA , May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Quaint Oak Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (OTCQB: QNTO), the holding company for Quaint Oak Bank (the “Bank”), announced today net loss for the quarter ended March 31, 2025 of $83,000, or $(0.03) per basic and diluted share, compared to net income of $873,000, or $0.36 per basic and diluted share, for the same period in 2024.

    Robert T. Strong, Chief Executive Officer stated, “First quarter results historically are not the best of our calendar year. Our first quarter results of this year certainly proved true with slightly less than a breakeven performance. The trends in the country’s real gross domestic product shrinkage of -0.3% in the first quarter 2025 from growth of 2.4% in the fourth quarter of 2024 is a testament to the reality we have experienced.”

    Mr. Strong added, “Uncertainty of the country’s direction in world trade and other domestic issues have had the effect of slowing commitments in the business sector. The housing market has failed to thrive so far this year, rendering our mortgage banking subsidiary to a relatively neutral production mode. Small Business loans both in the SBA category and our portfolio category are slow to close with business owners waiting to gauge the momentum of 2025.”

    Mr. Strong continued, “On a more positive note, the Bank’s pipeline for commercial loans, SBA loans and mortgage loans is relatively strong which would indicate that as the uncertainty in political direction is clarified, our prospects for loan closings should improve.”

    Mr. Strong commented, “We have been reporting weakness in the small business sector of our loan portfolio which still exists. Although both the non-performing loans as a percentage of total loans receivable, net and our non-performing assets as a percentage of total assets experienced a marginal increase over the previous quarter ended December 31, 2024, both have improved over the quarter ended March 31, 2024. Our Texas Ratio is 9.22% at the quarter ended March 31, 2025, down from 11.96% at the quarter ended March 31, 2024. Additionally, I am pleased to report that the Bank’s Total Risk-Based Capital Ratio improved to 13.92% at March 31, 2025 from 13.61% at March 31, 2024.”

    Mr. Strong concluded, “As always, our current and continued business strategy focuses on long-term profitability and maintaining healthy capital ratios both of which reflect our strong commitment to shareholder value.”

    Comparison of Quarter-over-Quarter Operating Results

    Net loss amounted to $83,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025, a decrease of $956,000, or 109.5%, compared to net income of $873,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The decrease in net income on a comparative quarterly basis was primarily the result of a decrease in interest and dividend income of $2.2 million, an increase in non-interest expense of $419,000, and a decrease in net income from discontinued operations of $406,000, partially offset by a decrease in interest expense of $930,000, a decrease in the provision for credit losses of $695,000, a decrease in the net provision for income taxes from continuing operations of $262,000, and an increase in non-interest income of $178,000.

    The $2.2 million, or 18.1%, decrease in interest and dividend income was primarily due to a decrease in the average balance of loans receivable, net, which decreased $69.8 million from $658.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to $588.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and had the effect of decreasing interest income $1.2 million, a 35 basis point decrease in the average yield on loans receivable, net from 6.82% for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to 6.47% for the three months ended March 31, 2025, and had the effect of decreasing interest income $519,000, and a $31.1 million decrease in the average balance of due from banks – interest earning, which decreased from $68.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to $37.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, and had the effect of decreasing interest income $356,000.

    The $930,000, or 13.9%, decrease in interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025 over the comparable period in 2024 was driven by a $1.3 million, or 21.0%, decrease in interest expense on deposits, which was primarily attributable to reduced correspondent banking activity. Also contributing to the decrease in interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was a $237,000, or 97.9%, decrease in the interest expense on Federal Home Loan Bank long-term borrowings due to a $23.3 million, or 92.8%, decrease in the average balance of Federal Home Loan Bank long-term borrowings which decreased from $25.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to $1.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and a $32,000, or 6.6%, decrease in interest expense on subordinated debt. These decreases in interest expense were partially offset by a $479,000, or 100.0%, increase in the interest expense on Federal Home Loan Bank short-term borrowings due to a $43.2 million, or 100.0%, increase in the average balance of Federal Home Loan Bank short-term borrowings which increased from none for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to $43.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, and a $116,000, or 100.0% increase in interest expense on senior debt. The average interest rate spread increased from 2.06% for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to 2.13% for the three months ended March 31, 2025 while the net interest margin decreased from 2.96% for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to 2.63% for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    The $695,000, or 61.2%, decrease in the provision for credit losses for the three months ended March 31, 2025 over the three months ended March 31, 2024 was primarily due to a decrease in loans receivable, net, partially offset by an increase in charge-offs during the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    The $178,000, or 11.3%, increase in non-interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2025 over the comparable period in 2024 was primarily attributable to a $279,000, or 996.4%, increase in gain on sale of SBA loans, a $121,000, or 12.9%, increase in net gain on sale of loans, and a $33,000, or 21.7%, increase in insurance commissions. These increases were partially offset by a $195,000, or 85.9%, decrease in other fees and service charges, a $60,000, or 29.1%, decrease in mortgage banking, equipment lending and title abstract fees, and a $4,000, or 100.0%, decrease in real estate sales commissions, net.

    The $419,000, or 8.2%, increase in non-interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025 over the comparable period in 2024 was primarily due to a $181,000, or 72.4%, increase in occupancy and equipment expense, a $139,000, or 52.9%, increase in data processing expense, an $82,000, or 58.2%, increase in professional fees, a $55,000, or 11.3%, increase in other expense, a $14,000, or 27.5%, increase in directors’ fees and expenses, and a $13,000, or 15.1%, increase in advertising expense. These increases were partially offset by a $52,000, or 30.1%, decrease in FDIC deposit insurance assessment, and a $13,000, or 0.4%, decrease in salaries and employee benefits expense.

    The provision for income tax from continuing operations decreased $262,000, or 99.2%, from $264,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2024 to $2,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2025 due primarily to a decrease in pre-tax income.

    Comparison of Financial Condition

    The Company’s total assets at March 31, 2025 were $650.4 million, a decrease of $34.8 million, or 5.1%, from $685.2 million at December 31, 2024. This decrease in total assets was primarily due to a $14.1 million, or 22.4%, decrease in cash and cash equivalents, a $13.3 million, or 20.7%, decrease in loans held for sale, and an $8.3 million, or 1.6%, decrease in loans receivable, net of allowance for credit losses. The largest decreases within the loan portfolio occurred in commercial real estate loans which decreased $9.6 million, or 3.2%, commercial business loans which decreased $8.9 million, or 7.8%, and one-to-four family non-owner occupied loans which decreased $946,000, or 2.8%. Partially offsetting these decreases were construction loans which increased $4.2 million, or 22.7%, one-to-four family owner occupied loans which increased $4.1 million, or 15.9%, and home equity loans which increased $2.8 million, or 49.3%. Also contributing to the decrease in assets was a $208,000, or 12.5%, decrease in investment securities available for sale, and a $40,000, or 2.5%, decrease in premises and equipment, net. Partially offsetting the decrease in total assets was a $686,000, or 31.0%, increase in investment in Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost, a $301,000, or 3.9%, increase in prepaid expenses and other assets, a $227,000, or 5.7%, increase in accrued interest receivable, and a $30,000, or 0.7%, increase in bank-owned life insurance.

    Loans held for sale decreased $13.3 million, or 20.7%, from $64.3 million at December 31, 2024 to $50.9 million at March 31, 2025 as the Bank’s mortgage banking subsidiary, Quaint Oak Mortgage, LLC, originated $19.6 million of one-to-four family residential loans during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and sold $24.8 million of loans in the secondary market. The Bank’s commercial real estate subsidiary, Oakmont Commercial, LLC, originated $9.4 million of commercial real estate loans during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and sold $17.8 million of loans in the secondary market during this same period. Additionally, the Bank originated $4.9 million of SBA loans and sold $3.7 of loans in the secondary market in the same period.

    Total deposits decreased $45.7 million, or 8.3%, to $507.6 million at March 31, 2025 from $553.3 million at December 31, 2024. This decrease in deposits was primarily attributable to a decrease of $47.8 million, or 100.0%, in interest bearing checking accounts as the Company exited one of its correspondent banking relationships. Also contributing to the decrease in deposits was a decrease of $18.0 million, or 11.1%, in money market accounts, and a $62,000, or 12.6%, decrease in savings accounts. These decreases in deposits were partially offset by an increase of $19.0 million, or 6.7%, in certificates of deposit, and an increase of $1.1 million, or 1.9%, in non-interest bearing checking accounts.

    Total Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) borrowings increased $17.1 million, or 35.8%, to $65.0 million at March 31, 2025 from $47.9 million at December 31, 2024. During the period ended March 31, 2025, the Company borrowed $60.0 million of FHLB short-term borrowings, paid down $40.0 million of FHLB short-term borrowings, and paid down $2.9 million of FHLB long-term borrowings.

    Senior debt, net of unamortized debt issuance costs, increased $9.5 million, or 100.0% from none at December 31, 2024 as the Company entered into a Senior Unsecured Note Purchase Agreement with certain institutional accredited investors pursuant to which the Company issued an aggregate of $9.75 million in aggregate principal amount of Fixed Rate Unsecured Senior Notes due March 1, 2028 (the “Notes”) in a private placement. The Company issued to an accredited individual investor an additional $250,000 in principal amount of the Notes as of March 4, 2025 for a total of $10.0 million in aggregate principal amount. The Notes bear interest at a fixed annual rate of 11.00%, payable semi-annually in arrears on March 1 and September 1 of each year, beginning September 1, 2025. The maturity date of the Notes is March 1, 2028.

    Subordinated debt, net of unamortized debt issuance costs, decreased $14.0 million, or 63.6%, to $8.0 million at March 31, 2025 from $22.0 million at December 31, 2024 as the Company used the net proceeds from the sale of the Senior Debt Notes to repay a portion of the outstanding $14.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 8.5% Fixed Rate Subordinated Notes upon their maturity on March 15, 2025.

    Total stockholders’ equity from continuing operations decreased $353,000, or 0.7%, to $52.3 million at March 31, 2025 from $52.6 million at December 31, 2024. Contributing to the decrease were dividends paid of $341,000, and net loss for the period ended March 31, 2025 of $83,000. The decrease in stockholders’ equity was partially offset by amortization of stock awards and options under our stock compensation plans of $61,000, the reissuance of treasury stock under the Bank’s 401(k) Plan of $9,000, and other comprehensive income, net of $1,000.

    Non-performing loans at March 31, 2025 totaled $5.9 million, or 1.13%, of total loans receivable, net of allowance for credit losses, consisting of $5.4 million of loans on non-accrual status and $513,000 of loans 90-days or more delinquent. Non-accrual loans consist of one one-to-four family residential owner occupied loan, eight commercial real estate loans, and twelve commercial business loans. Included in the twelve commercial business loans is one pool of equipment loans. Loans 90-days or more past due include one one-to-four family residential owner occupied loan, one commercial real estate loan and two commercial business loans, all of which are still accruing. All non-performing loans are either well-collateralized or adequately reserved for. During the period ended March 31, 2025, seven commercial business loans totaling $419,000 that were previously on non-accrual were charged-off through the allowance for credit losses. Non-performing loans at December 31, 2024 totaled $5.7 million, or 1.07%, of total loans receivable, net of allowance for credit losses, consisting of $3.9 million of loans on non-accrual status and $1.8 million of loans 90-days or more delinquent. Non-accrual loans consist of one commercial real estate loan, and ten commercial business loans. Included in the ten commercial business loans is one pool of equipment loans. Loans 90-days or more past due include one one-to-four family residential owner occupied loan and two commercial real estate loans, all of which are still accruing. All non-performing loans are either well-collateralized or adequately reserved for. During the year ended December 31, 2024, 19 commercial business loans totaling $1.6 million, and one construction loan of $187,000, that were previously on non-accrual were charged-off through the allowance for credit losses.

    Quaint Oak Bancorp, Inc., a Financial Services Company, is the parent company for the Quaint Oak Family of Companies. Quaint Oak Bank, a Pennsylvania-chartered stock savings bank and wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, is headquartered in Southampton, Pennsylvania and conducts business through three regional offices located in the Delaware Valley, Lehigh Valley and Philadelphia markets. Quaint Oak Bank’s subsidiary companies include Quaint Oak Abstract, LLC, Quaint Oak Insurance Agency, LLC, Quaint Oak Mortgage, LLC, and Oakmont Commercial, LLC, a specialty commercial real estate financing company. All companies are multi-state operations.

    Statements contained in this news release which are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors. Factors which could result in material variations include, but are not limited to, changes in interest rates which could affect net interest margins and net interest income, competitive factors which could affect net interest income and noninterest income, changes in demand for loans, deposits and other financial services in the Company’s market area; changes in asset quality, general economic conditions as well as other factors discussed in documents filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that occur after the date on which such statements were made.

    In addition to factors previously disclosed in the reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and those identified elsewhere in this press release, the following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from forward-looking statements or historical performance: the strength of the United States economy in general and the strength of the local economies in which the Company conducts its operations; general economic conditions; legislative and regulatory changes; monetary and fiscal policies of the federal government; changes in tax policies, rates and regulations of federal, state and local tax authorities including the effects of the Tax Reform Act; changes in interest rates, deposit flows, the cost of funds, demand for loan products and the demand for financial services, competition, changes in the quality or composition of the Companys loan, investment and mortgage-backed securities portfolios; geographic concentration of the Companys business; fluctuations in real estate values; the adequacy of loan loss reserves; the risk that goodwill and intangibles recorded in the Companys financial statements will become impaired; changes in accounting principles, policies or guidelines and other economic, competitive, governmental and technological factors affecting the Companys operations, markets, products, services and fees.

    QUAINT OAK BANCORP, INC.
    Consolidated Balance Sheets
    (In Thousands)
          At March 31,       At December 31,  
          2025       2024  
          (Unaudited)       (Unaudited)  
    Assets                
    Cash and cash equivalents   $ 48,859     $ 62,989  
    Investment in interest-earning time deposits     912       912  
    Investment securities available for sale at fair value     1,458       1,666  
    Loans held for sale     50,946       64,281  
    Loans receivable, net of allowance for credit losses (2025: $6,388; 2024: $6,476)     526,374       534,693  
    Accrued interest receivable     4,188       3,961  
    Investment in Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost     2,900       2,214  
    Bank-owned life insurance     4,477       4,447  
    Premises and equipment, net     1,586       1,626  
    Goodwill     515       515  
    Other intangible, net of accumulated amortization     65       77  
    Prepaid expenses and other assets     8,088       7,787  
    Total Assets   $ 650,368     $ 685,168  
                     
    Liabilities and StockholdersEquity                
    Liabilities                
    Deposits                
    Non-interest bearing   $ 60,928     $ 59,783  
    Interest-bearing     446,654       493,469  
    Total deposits     507,582       553,252  
    Federal Home Loan Bank short-term borrowings     65,000       45,000  
    Federal Home Loan Bank long-term borrowings           2,855  
    Subordinated debt     8,000       22,000  
    Senior debt     9,487        
    Accrued interest payable     773       937  
    Advances from borrowers for taxes and insurance     2,044       3,122  
    Accrued expenses and other liabilities     5,218       5,385  
    Total Liabilities     598,104       632,551  
                     
    Total StockholdersEquity     52,264       52,617  
    Total Liabilities and StockholdersEquity   $ 650,368     $ 685,168  
    QUAINT OAK BANCORP, INC.
    Consolidated Statements of Operations
    (In Thousands, except share data)
        For the Three Months Ended March 31,  
        2025     2024  
        (Unaudited)  
    Interest and Dividend Income                
    Interest on loans, including fees   $ 9,523     $ 11,232  
    Interest and dividends on time deposits, investment securities, interest-bearing deposits with others, and Federal Home Loan Bank stock     403       890  
    Total Interest and Dividend Income     9,926       12,122  
                     
    Interest Expense                
    Interest on deposits     4,729       5,986  
    Interest on Federal Home Loan Bank short-term borrowings     479        
    Interest on Federal Home Loan Bank long-term borrowings     5       242  
    Interest on Federal Reserve Bank short-term borrowings     1        
    Interest on subordinated debt     452       484  
    Interest on senior debt     116        
    Total Interest Expense     5,782       6,712  
    Net Interest Income     4,144       5,410  
    Provision for Credit LossesLoans     326       1,084  
    Provision for Credit LossesUnfunded Commitments     115       52  
    Net Interest Income after Provision for Credit Losses     3,703       4,274  
                     
    Non-Interest Income                
    Mortgage banking, equipment lending and title abstract fees     146       206  
    Real estate sales commissions, net           4  
    Insurance commissions     185       152  
    Other fees and services charges     32       227  
    Net loan servicing income     4       2  
    Income from bank-owned life insurance     30       28  
    Net gain on sale of loans     1,056       935  
    Gain on the sale of SBA loans     307       28  
    Total Non-Interest Income     1,760       1,582  
                     
    Non-Interest Expense                
    Salaries and employee benefits     3,650       3,663  
    Directors’ fees and expenses     65       51  
    Occupancy and equipment     431       250  
    Data processing     402       263  
    Professional fees     223       141  
    FDIC deposit insurance assessment     121       173  
    Advertising     99       86  
    Amortization of other intangible     12       12  
    Other     541       486  
    Total Non-Interest Expense     5,544       5,125  
    (Loss) income from continuing operations before income taxes     (81 )     731  
    Income Taxes     2       264  
    Net (loss) income from continuing operations     (83 )     467  
    Income from discontinued operations           564  
    Income tax from discontinued operations           158  
    Net income from discontinued operations           406  
    Net (Loss) Income   $ (83 )   $ 873  
        Three Months Ended March 31,  
        2025     2024  
        (Unaudited)  
    Per Common Share Data:                
    Earnings per share from continuing operations – basic   $ (0.03 )   $ 0.20  
    Earnings per share from discontinued operations – basic   $     $ 0.16  
    Earnings per share, net – basic   $ (0.03 )   $ 0.36  
    Average shares outstanding – basic     2,626,967       2,450,814  
    Earnings per share from continuing operations – diluted   $ (0.03 )   $ 0.20  
    Earnings per share from discontinued operations – diluted   $     $ 0.16  
    Earnings per share, net – diluted   $ (0.03 )   $ 0.36  
    Average shares outstanding – diluted     2,626,967       2,450,814  
    Book value per share, end of period   $ 19.89     $ 20.84  
    Shares outstanding, end of period     2,627,397       2,407,048  
        Three Months Ended March 31,  
        2025     2024  
        (Unaudited)  
    Selected Operating Ratios:                
    Average yield on interest-earning assets     6.30 %     6.63 %
    Average rate on interest-bearing liabilities     4.17 %     4.57 %
    Average interest rate spread     2.13 %     2.06 %
    Net interest margin     2.63 %     2.96 %
    Average interest-earning assets to average interest-bearing liabilities     113.59 %     124.57 %
    Efficiency ratio     70.40 %     73.29 %
                     
    Asset Quality Ratios (1):                
    Non-performing loans as a percent of total loans receivable, net     1.13 %     1.28 %
    Non-performing assets as a percent of total assets     0.91 %     1.00 %
    Allowance for credit losses as a percent of non-performing loans     107.45 %     97.24 %
    Allowance for credit losses as a percent of total loans receivable, net     1.20 %     1.23 %
    Texas Ratio (2)     9.22 %     11.96 %

      
    (1)  Asset quality ratios are end of period ratios.
    (2)  Total non-performing assets divided by tangible common equity plus the allowance for credit losses.

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  • MIL-OSI: HOME FEDERAL BANCORP, INC. OF LOUISIANA REPORTS RESULTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE THREE AND NINE MONTHS ENDED MARCH 31, 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Shreveport, Louisiana, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. of Louisiana (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: HFBL), the holding company of Home Federal Bank, reported net income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, of $748,000 compared to net income of $732,000 reported for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The Company’s basic and diluted earnings per share were $0.24 for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The Company reported net income of $2.7 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2025, compared to $3.0 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2024. The Company’s basic and diluted earnings per share were $0.88 for the nine months ended March 31, 2025 compared to $0.97 and $0.95, respectively, for the nine months ended March 31, 2024.

     The Company reported the following highlights during the nine months ended March 31, 2025:

      ●  Book value per share increased to $17.55 at March 31, 2025 from $16.80 at June 30, 2024.
      ●  There were no advances from the FHLB at March 31, 2025 or June 30, 2024.
      ●  Other borrowings totaled $4.0 million at March 31, 2025 compared to $7.0 million at June 30, 2024.

    The increase in net income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to the same period in 2024, resulted primarily from an increase of $270,000, or 6.1%, in net interest income, an increase of $32,000, or 6.3%, in non-interest income, and a decrease of $5,000, or 45.5%, in the provision for credit losses, partially offset by an increase of $260,000, or 6.5%, in non-interest expense and an increase of $31,000, or 17.6%, in the provision for income taxes. The increase in net interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to the same period in 2024, was primarily due to a decrease of $735,000, or 21.1%, in total interest expense, partially offset by a decrease of $465,000, or 5.9%, in total interest income. The Company’s average interest rate spread was 2.66% for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to 2.16% for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The Company’s net interest margin was 3.33% for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to 2.89% for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

    The decrease in net income for the nine months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to the same period in 2024, resulted primarily from a decrease of $891,000, or 6.1%, in net interest income and an increase of $102,000, or 35.2%, in the provision for income taxes, partially offset by a decrease of $331,000, or 2.7%, in non-interest expense, an increase of $248,000, or 23.0%, in non-interest income, and an increase of $167,000 in the recovery of credit losses. The decrease in net interest income for the nine months ended March 31, 2025, as compared to the same period in 2024, was primarily due to a decrease of $1.2 million, or 5.1%, in total interest income, partially offset by a decrease of $329,000, or 3.5%, in total interest expense. The Company’s average interest rate spread was 2.44% for the nine months ended March 31, 2025, compared to 2.46% for the nine months ended March 31, 2024. The Company’s net interest margin was 3.14% for the nine months ended March 31, 2025, and the nine months ended March 31, 2024.

    The following tables set forth the Company’s average balances and average yields earned and rates paid on its interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities for the periods indicated.

        For the Three Months Ended March 31,  
        2025     2024  
        Average
    Balance
        Average
    Yield/Rate
        Average
    Balance
        Average
    Yield/Rate
     
        (Dollars in thousands)  
    Interest-earning assets:                                
    Loans receivable   $ 459,828       5.94 %   $ 504,918       5.80 %
    Investment securities     95,706       2.44       104,646       2.21 %
    Interest-earning deposits     14,513       3.05       3,607       3.79 %
    Total interest-earning assets   $ 570,047       5.28 %   $ 613,171       5.18 %
                                     
    Interest-bearing liabilities:                                
    Savings accounts   $ 94,375       1.75 %   $ 69,178       0.62 %
    NOW accounts     69,562       1.15       68,170       0.58 %
    Money market accounts     75,882       2.01       89,313       2.60 %
    Certificates of deposit     182,721       3.76       222,534       4.36 %
    Total interest-bearing deposits     422,540       2.57       449,195       2.86 %
    Other bank borrowings     4,000       7.71       9,448       8.73 %
    FHLB advances                 5,956       5.87 %
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   $ 426,540       2.62 %   $ 464,599       3.02 %
        For the Nine months ended March 31,  
        2025     2024  
        Average
    Balance
        Average
    Yield/Rate
        Average
    Balance
        Average
    Yield/Rate
     
        (Dollars in thousands)  
    Interest-earning assets:                                
    Loans receivable   $ 460,972       5.90 %   $ 503,664       5.80 %
    Investment securities     96,395       2.24       109,255       2.38 %
    Interest-earning deposits     23,326       4.45       5,060       3.55  
    Total interest-earning assets   $ 580,693       5.24 %   $ 617,979       5.18 %
                                     
    Interest-bearing liabilities:                                
    Savings accounts   $ 89,171       1.69 %   $ 73,676       0.46 %
    NOW accounts     71,022       1.17       67,145       0.47 %
    Money market accounts     76,828       2.20       98,021       2.44 %
    Certificates of deposit     191,936       4.04       209,985       4.05 %
    Total interest-bearing deposits     428,957       2.75       448,827       2.58 %
    Other bank borrowings     4,832       7.55       9,100       8.57 %
    FHLB advances                 4,151       5.77 %
    Total interest-bearing liabilities   $ 433,789       2.80 %   $ 462,078       2.72 %

    The $32,000 increase in non-interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to the prior year quarterly period, was primarily due to an increase of $27,000 in other non-interest income, an increase of $19,000 in service charges on deposit accounts, an increase of $11,000 in gain on sale of loans, and an increase of $1,000 in income on bank owned life insurance, partially offset by a decrease of $26,000 in gain on sale of securities. The $248,000 increase in non-interest income for the nine months ended March 31, 2025 compared to the prior year nine-month period was primarily due to a decrease of $149,000 in loss on sale of real estate, an increase of $115,000 in other non-interest income, an increase of $14,000 in service charges on deposit accounts, and an increase of $5,000 in income from bank owned life insurance, partially offset by an increase of $32,000 in loss on sale of securities, and a decrease of $3,000 in gain on sale of loans.

    The $260,000 increase in non-interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024, is primarily attributable to increases of $414,000 in data processing expense, $77,000 in occupancy and equipment expense, $67,000 in audit and examination fees, $49,000 in professional fees, $40,000 in other non-interest expense, $15,000 in loan and collection expense, and $12,000 in deposit insurance premium expense. The increases were partially offset by decreases of $317,000 in compensation and benefits expense, $55,000 in advertising expense, $33,000 in franchise and bank shares tax expense, and $9,000 in amortization of core deposit intangible expense. The $331,000 decrease in non-interest expense for the nine months ended March 31, 2025, compared to the same nine-month period in 2024, is primarily attributable to decreases of $470,000 in compensation and benefits expense, $184,000 in franchise and bank shares tax expense, $179,000 in advertising expense, $65,000 in other non-interest expense, $47,000 in professional fees, $42,000 in amortization of core deposit intangible expense, $22,000 in deposit insurance premium expense, and $19,000 in loan and collection expense. The decreases were partially offset by increases of $594,000 in data processing expense, $86,000 in occupancy and equipment expense, and $17,000 in audit and examination fees. The increase in data processing expense resulted from a billing discrepancy with our core processor, which had failed to issue invoices for certain services dating back to December 2022. Upon discovery of the issue, we negotiated a discounted settlement to resolve the outstanding invoices.

    Total assets decreased $17.9 million, or 2.8%, from $637.5 million at June 30, 2024 to $619.6 million at March 31, 2025. The decrease in assets was comprised of decreases in net loans receivable of $12.6 million, or 2.7%, from $470.9 million at June 30, 2024 to $458.3 million at March 31, 2025, cash and cash equivalents of $4.5 million, or 12.9%, from $34.9 million at June 30, 2024 to $30.4 million at March 31, 2025, premises and equipment of $736,000, or 4.0%, from $18.3 million at June 30, 2024 to $17.6 million at March 31, 2025, loans-held-for-sale of $734,000, or 42.4%, from $1.7 million at June 30, 2024 to $999,000 at March 31, 2025, core deposit intangible of $216,000, or 18.0%, from $1.2 million at June 30, 2024 to $983,000 at March 31, 2025, investment securities of $102,000, or 0.1%, from $96.0 million at June 30, 2024 to $95.9 million at March 31, 2025, and partially offset by increases in real estate owned of $482,000, or 115.3% from $418,000 at June 30, 2024 to $900,000 at March 31, 2025, deferred tax asset of $186,000, or 15.7%, from $1.2 million at June 30, 2024 to $1.4 million at March 31, 2025, other assets of $178,000, or 13.2%, from $1.3 million at June 30, 2024 to $1.5 million at March 31, 2025, bank owned life insurance of $87,000, or 1.3%, from $6.8 million at June 30, 2024 to $6.9 million at March 31, 2025, and accrued interest receivable of $27,000, or 1.5%, from $1.78 million at June 30, 2024 to $1.8 million at March 31, 2025.

    Total liabilities decreased $19.8 million, or 3.4%, from $584.7 million at June 30, 2024 to $564.9 million at March 31, 2025. The decrease in liabilities was comprised of decreases in total deposits of $17.2 million, or 3.0%, from $574.0 million at June 30, 2024 to $556.8 million at March 31, 2025, other borrowings of $3.0 million, or 42.9%, from $7.0 million at June 30, 2024 to $4.0 million at March 31, 2025, advances from borrowers for taxes and insurance of $137,000, or 26.3%, from $521,000 at June 30, 2024 to $384,000 at March 31, 2025, and partially offset by an increase in other accrued expenses and liabilities of $577,000, or 18.1%, from $3.2 million at June 30, 2024 to $3.8 million at March 31, 2025. The decrease in deposits resulted from decreases in certificates of deposit of $32.5 million, or 15.1%, from $214.9 million at June 30, 2024 to $182.4 million at March 31, 2025, money market deposits of $5.7 million, or 6.6%, from $85.5 million at June 30, 2024 to $79.9 million at March 31, 2025, and non-interest deposits of $535,000, or 0.4%, from $130.3 million at June 30, 2024 to $129.8 million at March 31, 2025, partially offset by increases in savings deposits of $19.3 million, or 25.2%, from $76.6 million at June 30, 2024 to $96.0 million at March 31, 2025, and NOW accounts of $2.1 million, or 3.1%, from $66.6 million at June 30, 2024 to $68.7 million at March 31, 2025. The Company had no balances in brokered deposits at March 31, 2025 or June 30, 2024.

    At March 31, 2025, the Company had $3.0 million of non-performing assets (defined as non-accruing loans, accruing loans 90 days or more past due, and other real estate owned) compared to $1.9 million of non-performing assets at June 30, 2024, consisting of six one-to-four family residential loans, six home equity loans, two commercial non-real estate loans, two commercial real-estate loans, and one consumer loan at March 31, 2025, compared to five one-to-four family residential loans, four home equity loans, three commercial non-real estate loans, and three single-family residences in other real estate owned at June 30, 2024. At March 31, 2025 the Company had nine one-to-four family residential loans, six home equity loans, five commercial non-real-estate loans, two commercial real-estate loans, and two consumer loans classified as substandard, compared to six one-to-four family residential loans, five commercial non-real-estate loans, four home equity loans and one consumer loan classified as substandard at June 30, 2024. There were no loans classified as doubtful at March 31, 2025 or June 30, 2024.

    Shareholders’ equity increased $1.9 million, or 3.6%, from $52.8 million at June 30, 2024 to $54.7 million at March 31, 2025. The increase in shareholders’ equity was comprised of net income for the nine-month period of $2.7 million, a decrease in the Company’s accumulated other comprehensive loss of $559,000, the vesting of restricted stock awards, stock options, and the release of employee stock ownership plan shares totaling $370,000, and proceeds from the issuance of common stock from the exercise of stock options of $19,000, partially offset by dividends paid totaling $1.2 million, and stock repurchases of $517,000.

    Home Federal Bancorp, Inc. of Louisiana is the holding company for Home Federal Bank which conducts business from its ten full-service banking offices and home office in northwest Louisiana.

    Statements contained in this news release which are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. They often include words like believe,expect,anticipate,estimate, andintend, or future or conditional verbs such aswill,would,should,could, ormay. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

    In addition to factors previously disclosed in the reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and those identified elsewhere in this press release, the following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from forward-looking statements or historical performance: the strength of the United States economy in general and the strength of the local economies in which the Company conducts its operations; general economic conditions; legislative and regulatory changes; monetary and fiscal policies of the federal government; changes in tax policies, rates and regulations of federal, state and local tax authorities including the effects of the Tax Reform Act; changes in interest rates, deposit flows, the cost of funds, demand for loan products and the demand for financial services, competition, changes in the quality or composition of the Companys loans, investment and mortgage-backed securities portfolios; geographic concentration of the Companys business; fluctuations in real estate values; the adequacy of loan loss reserves; the risk that goodwill and intangibles recorded in the Companys financial statements will become impaired; changes in accounting principles, policies or guidelines and other economic, competitive, governmental and technological factors affecting the Companys operations, markets, products, services and fees.

    HOME FEDERAL BANCORP, INC. OF LOUISIANA
    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
    (In thousands except share and per share data)
     
                     
        March 31, 2025     June 30, 2024  
        (Unaudited)          
    ASSETS                
                     
    Cash and Cash Equivalents (Includes Interest-Bearing Deposits with Other Banks of $22,197 and $25,505 at March 31, 2025 and June 30, 2024, Respectively)   $ 30,439     $ 34,948  
    Securities Available-for-Sale (amortized cost March 31, 2025: $34,751; June 30, 2024: $30,348, Respectively)     32,149       27,037  
    Securities Held-to-Maturity (fair value March 31, 2025: $52,428; June 30, 2024: $54,450, Respectively)     63,066       67,302  
    Other Securities     636       1,614  
    Loans Held-for-Sale     999       1,733  
    Loans Receivable, Net of Allowance for Credit Losses (March 31, 2025:  $4,632; June 30, 2024: $4,574, Respectively)     458,301       470,852  
    Accrued Interest Receivable     1,802       1,775  
    Premises and Equipment, Net     17,567       18,303  
    Bank Owned Life Insurance     6,897       6,810  
    Goodwill     2,990       2,990  
    Core Deposit Intangible     983       1,199  
    Deferred Tax Asset     1,367       1,181  
    Real Estate Owned     900       418  
    Other Assets     1,528       1,350  
                     
    Total Assets   $ 619,624     $ 637,512  
                     
    LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERSEQUITY                
                     
    LIABILITIES                
                     
    Deposits:                
    Non-interest bearing   $ 129,799     $ 130,334  
    Interest-bearing     426,964       443,673  
    Total Deposits     556,763       574,007  
    Advances from Borrowers for Taxes and Insurance     384       521  
    Other Borrowings     4,000       7,000  
    Other Accrued Expenses and Liabilities     3,758       3,181  
                     
    Total Liabilities     564,905       584,709  
                     
    SHAREHOLDERSEQUITY                
                     
    Preferred Stock – $0.01 Par Value; 10,000,000 Shares Authorized: None Issued and Outstanding      –        –  
    Common Stock – $0.01 Par Value; 40,000,000 Shares Authorized: 3,118,764 and 3,142,168 Shares Issued and Outstanding at March 31, 2025 and June 30, 2024, Respectively     32       32  
    Additional Paid-in Capital     42,055       41,739  
    Unearned ESOP Stock     (336 )     (408 )
    Retained Earnings     15,024       14,055  
    Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss     (2,056 )     (2,615 )
                     
    Total ShareholdersEquity     54,719       52,803  
                     
    TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERSEQUITY   $ 619,624     $ 637,512  
    HOME FEDERAL BANCORP, INC. OF LOUISIANA
    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
    (In thousands, except per share data)
    (Unaudited)
        Three Months Ended     Nine months ended  
        March 31,     March 31,  
        2025     2024     2025     2024  
    Interest income                                
    Loans, including fees   $ 6,740     $ 7,281     $ 20,426     $ 21,952  
    Investment securities     83       124       213       573  
    Mortgage-backed securities     493       451       1,406       1,384  
    Other interest-earning assets     109       34       779       135  
    Total interest income     7,425       7,890       22,824       24,044  
    Interest expense                                
    Deposits     2,675       3,194       8,851       8,688  
    Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings           87             180  
    Other bank borrowings     76       205       274       586  
    Total interest expense     2,751       3,486       9,125       9,454  
    Net interest income     4,674       4,404       13,699       14,590  
                                     
    Provision for (recovery of) credit losses     6       11       (172 )     (5 )
    Net interest income after provision for credit losses     4,668       4,393       13,871       14,595  
                                     
    Non-interest income                                
    Gain on sale of loans     80       69       181       184  
    Loss on sale of real estate                 (266 )     (415 )
    Gain(Loss) on sale of securities           26       (6 )     26  
    Income on Bank-Owned Life Insurance     29       28       87       82  
    Service charges on deposit accounts     382       363       1,165       1,151  
    Other income     47       20       165       50  
    Total non-interest income     538       506       1,326       1,078  
                                     
                                     
    Non-interest expense                                
    Compensation and benefits     2,136       2,453       6,667       7,137  
    Occupancy and equipment     610       533       1,711       1,625  
    Data processing     553       139       1,107       513  
    Audit and examination fees     150       83       473       456  
    Franchise and bank shares tax     135       168       304       488  
    Advertising     22       77       123       302  
    Professional fees     145       96       396       443  
    Loan and collection     46       31       104       123  
    Amortization Core Deposit Intangible     70       79       216       258  
    Deposit insurance premium     102       90       267       289  
    Other expenses     282       242       729       794  
    Total non-interest expense     4,251       3,991       12,097       12,428  
    Income before income taxes     955       908       3,100       3,245  
    Provision for income tax expense     207       176       392       290  
                                     
    NET INCOME   $ 748     $ 732     $ 2,708     $ 2,955  
                                     
    EARNINGS PER SHARE                                
    Basic   $ 0.24     $ 0.24     $ 0.88     $ 0.97  
    Diluted   $ 0.24     $ 0.24     $ 0.88     $ 0.95  
        Three Months Ended     Nine months ended  
        March 31,     March 31,  
        2025     2024     2025     2024  
                                     
    Selected Operating Ratios(1):                                
    Average interest rate spread     2.66 %     2.16 %     2.44 %     2.46 %
    Net interest margin     3.33 %     2.89 %     3.14 %     3.14 %
    Return on average assets     0.50 %     0.45 %     0.58 %     0.60 %
    Return on average equity     5.59 %     5.62 %     6.85 %     7.64 %
                                     
    Asset Quality Ratios(2):                                
    Non-performing assets as a percent of total assets     0.49 %     0.37 %     0.49 %     0.37 %
    Allowance for credit losses as a percent of non-performing loans     215.44 %     203.11 %     215.44 %     203.11 %
    Allowance for credit losses as a percent of total loans receivable     1.00 %     0.97 %     1.00 %     0.97 %
                                     
    Per Share Data:                                
    Shares outstanding at period end     3,118,764       3,145,236       3,118,764       3,145,236  
    Weighted average shares outstanding:                                
    Basic     3,061,928       3,047,335       3,062,511       3,039,907  
    Diluted     3,087,624       3,091,011       3,081,233       3,095,817  
    Book value per share at period end   $ 17.55     $ 16.71     $ 17.55     $ 16.71  
     ______________                                
    (1) Ratios for the three and nine month periods are annualized.                                
    (2) Asset quality ratios are end of period ratios.                                

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  • MIL-OSI: Glacier Bancorp Completes Acquisition of Bank of Idaho Holding Co. in Idaho Falls, Idaho

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    KALISPELL, Mont., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (“Glacier”) (NYSE: GBCI), today announced the completion of its acquisition of Bank of Idaho Holding Co. (“BOID”) (OTCQX: BOID), the bank holding company for Bank of Idaho, a community bank headquartered in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The Bank of Idaho operations will join three existing Glacier Bank divisions: the Eastern Idaho operations of Bank of Idaho will join Citizens Community Bank, the Boise operations will join Mountain West Bank, and the Eastern Washington operations will join Wheatland Bank. As of March 31, 2025, BOID had total assets of $1.3 billion, total loans of $1.1 billion and total deposits of $1.1 billion.

    About Glacier Bancorp, Inc.

    Glacier Bancorp, Inc. is the parent company for Glacier Bank and its bank divisions: Altabank (American Fork, UT), Bank of the San Juans (Durango, CO), Citizens Community Bank (Pocatello, ID), Collegiate Peaks Bank (Buena Vista, CO), First Bank of Montana (Lewistown, MT), First Bank of Wyoming (Powell, WY), First Community Bank Utah (Layton, UT), First Security Bank (Bozeman, MT), First Security Bank of Missoula (Missoula, MT), First State Bank (Wheatland, WY), Glacier Bank (Kalispell, MT), Heritage Bank of Nevada (Reno, NV), Mountain West Bank (Coeur d’Alene, ID), The Foothills Bank (Yuma, AZ), Valley Bank (Helena, MT), Western Security Bank (Billings, MT), and Wheatland Bank (Spokane, WA).

    Visit Glacier’s website at www.glacierbancorp.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as “estimate,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “will,” and similar references to future periods. Such forward-looking statements include but are not limited to statements regarding the potential benefits of the business combination transaction involving Glacier and BOID, including future financial and operating results, the combined company’s plans, objectives, expectations and intentions, and other statements that are not historical facts regarding either company or the combination of the companies. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside of our control, that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those projected, including but not limited to the following: risks that the benefits from the transaction may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected, including as a result of changes in general economic and market conditions, interest and exchange rates, monetary policy, laws and regulations and their enforcement, and the degree of competition in the geographic and business areas in which Glacier and BOID operate; uncertainties regarding the ability of Glacier Bank and Bank of Idaho to promptly and effectively integrate their businesses, including into Glacier Bank’s existing division structure; uncertainties regarding the reaction to the transaction of the companies’ respective customers, employees, and contractual counterparties; and risks relating to the diversion of management time on merger-related issues. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made and reflect management’s current estimates, projections, expectations and beliefs. Glacier undertakes no obligation to publicly revise or update the forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date of this report. For more information, see the risk factors described in Glacier’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and other filings with the SEC.

    CONTACT: Randall M. Chesler
    (406) 751-4722

    Ron J. Copher
    (406) 751-7706

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  • MIL-OSI: Rumble Announces Timing of First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LONGBOAT KEY, FL, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rumble Inc. (NASDAQ: RUM) (“Rumble” or the “Company”), the video-sharing platform and cloud services provider, today announced that it will release financial results for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2025 after the close of markets on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The Company will host a conference call on the same day at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

    Access to the live webcast and replay of the conference call, along with related earnings release materials, will be available here and on Rumble’s Investor Relations website at investors.rumble.com.

    ABOUT RUMBLE

    Rumble is a high-growth video platform and cloud services provider that is creating an independent infrastructure. Rumble’s mission is to restore the internet to its roots by making it free and open once again. For more information, visit: corp.rumble.com.

    For investor inquiries, please contact:

    Shannon Devine

    MZ Group, MZ North America

    203-741-8811

    investors@rumble.com

    Source: Rumble Inc.

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  • MIL-OSI: Fold To Release First Quarter 2025 Results May 15th

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PHOENIX, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fold Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLD) (“Fold”), the first publicly traded bitcoin financial services company, today announced that it will hold its earnings conference call and webcast for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. A press release detailing these results will be issued prior to the call on the same day.

    Conference Call Information:
    To participate in this event, please log on or dial in approximately 5 minutes before the beginning of the call.

    • Date: May 15, 2025
    • Time: 5:00 PM EST
    • Participant Call Links:
      • Live Webcast: Link
      • Dial-in Registration Link: Link

    Participants wishing to join the conference call by phone should register using the Dial-in Registration link provided above. After completing the registration, the participants will receive an email with the necessary details to access the call including dial-in number, passcode, and PIN.

    A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investors section of Fold’s website at https://investor.foldapp.com.

    About Fold
    Fold (NASDAQ: FLD) is the first publicly traded bitcoin financial services company, making it easy for individuals and businesses to earn, save, and use bitcoin. With over 1,485 BTC in its treasury, Fold is at the forefront of integrating bitcoin into everyday financial experiences. Through innovative products like the Fold App and Fold Card, the company is building the bridge between traditional finance and the bitcoin-powered future.

    For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
    Orange Group
    Samir Jain, CFA
    FoldIR@orangegroupadvisors.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Altai Announces Initiation of Strategic Review

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Altai Resources Inc. (TSXV: ATI) (“Altai” or the “Company”) announced today that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) has initiated a strategic review process to identify, evaluate, and pursue a range of potential strategic alternatives with the goal of maximizing shareholder value and liquidity (the “Strategic Review”). As part of the Strategic Review, the potential strategic alternatives could include, amongst other things, either individually or in combination, the sale of part, or all, of the assets of the Company, the sale of the Company, a merger or other business combination with another party, a special cash distribution, a wind-up, or any other strategic transaction.

    Kursat Kacira, Altai’s Chairman & CEO/President and the Company’s largest shareholder, with a combined direct and indirect ownership of 10,726,157 common shares, representing approximately 19.1% of the total issued and outstanding common shares of the Company, will lead the Strategic Review.

    The Company has not established a definitive timeline to complete the Strategic Review, or any transaction, and no decisions have been reached at this time. As such, the process is subject to unknown variables including the costs, structure, terms, timing, and outcome. There can be no assurance that the Strategic Review will result in any transaction or initiative or, if a transaction or initiative is undertaken, as to the terms or timing of such a transaction or initiative and its impact on the financial condition, liquidity, and results of operations of the Company. The Company does not intend to disclose further developments in connection with the Strategic Review until it is determined that disclosure is appropriate or necessary.

    ABOUT ALTAI
    Altai Resources Inc. is a Toronto, Ontario based resource company with a producing oil property in Alberta, an exploration gold property in Quebec, and a Canadian investment portfolio comprised of cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities. Additional information about Altai is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on Altai’s website at www.altairesources.com.

    For further information, please contact:
    Kursat Kacira, Chairman & CEO/President
    T: (647) 282-8324, E: kursatkacira@altairesources.ca

    Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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  • MIL-OSI: OptimizeRx Releases 2025 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    WALTHAM, Mass., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OptimizeRx Corp. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: OPRX), a leading provider of healthcare technology solutions helping life sciences companies reach and engage healthcare professionals (HCPs) and patients, has published its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report for 2025.

    As a company focused on optimizing meaningful engagement opportunities at critical junctures of the healthcare journey, we remain dedicated to aligning our mission with our responsibilities as a corporate citizen.

    “Our stakeholders continue to expect us to transparently disclose our commitment to environmental, social, and governance responsibilities,” stated Marion Odence-Ford, Chief Legal Officer & Chief Human Resources Officer. “During calendar year 2024, we enhanced our disclosures on a wide range of ESG topics. We improved our Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) ESG rating, moving from the seventh decile to the first decile and earning prime status. We are proud of our achievements and look forward to realizing more progress in the years to come.”

    ESG Report Highlights:

    Governance:

    • The pursuit of responsible governance is a top-down endeavor, and the Company’s Board of Directors and the Nominating & Governance Committee have worked closely with the Executive Team to ensure our business strategies and practices align with our corporate governance policies.
    • Our annual double-materiality survey has identified a clear three-year trend in the topics our stakeholders care about most. These topics are clustered in three main areas:
      • Data Protection: Customer Privacy and Data & Cybersecurity;
      • Ethics and Governance: Business Ethics, Responsible Marketing & Advertising, Corporate Governance, and Anti-Competitive Behavior; and
      • Human Capital: Human Capital & Resources, Labor Practices & Management, and Talent Acquisition & Retention.

    Planet:

    • This year’s ESG Report continues to build on past successes, adding additional detail in the form of a methodology appendix, more comprehensive data on Scope 1 emissions, and reporting on additional individual greenhouse gases.

    People:

    • OptimizeRx continues to believe that impartiality in employment practices is an essential part of our business and is necessary to contribute to a culture of respect. We provide merit-based opportunities to all individuals without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity.
    • We prioritize recruiting, retaining, and incentivizing a highly qualified workforce as the success of OptimizeRx is dependent on the skills, experience, and efforts of our employees. We also believe that contributions stemming from each employee’s cultural, economic and social background, experience, and thought are essential in making our Company stronger. Collaboration drawn from a range of perspectives enhances decision-making, sparks innovation, and drives better business outcomes. An inclusive culture boosts employee engagement, attracts top talent, and reduces turnover which furthers long-term success.
    • This year, the Company introduced the SPARK employee recognition program to recognize and celebrate Sustained Excellence, Positive Impact, Accountability, Resilience and Kindness.
    • Another recent initiative includes a Competency Model to clearly define competency levels and expectations for skills, knowledge and experience, and to provide department-specific career progression visuals, to guide each employee’s growth and success.

    Prosperity:

    • We remain vigilant in our quest to turn healthcare challenges into opportunities. Not only do these opportunities present us with new ways to grow and learn, but also to do better for our customers, employees, and the patients we impact, because increasing stakeholder value also drives shareholder value.
    • The Company has seen strong adoption of its Dynamic Audience Activation Platform (DAAP), an AI-enabled platform that delivers predictive and privacy-safe marketing solutions that connects life sciences, HCPs and patients across the most robust network of personal and clinical platforms.
    • The 2024 integration of the consumer-focused solutions of Healthy Offers, Inc. (dba Medicx Health), strengthens our ability to deliver on our mission across expanded stakeholder groups with our increased data and analytics capabilities.

    To read OptimizeRx’s full ESG report, please visit the Company’s governance page on its website or click here.

    About OptimizeRx
    OptimizeRx is a leading healthcare technology company that’s redefining how life science brands connect with patients and healthcare providers. Our platform combines innovative AI-driven tools like the Dynamic Audience Activation Platform (DAAP) and Micro-Neighborhood Targeting (MNT) to deliver timely, relevant, and hyper-local engagement. By bridging the gap between HCP and DTC strategies, we empower brands to create synchronized marketing solutions that drive faster treatment decisions and improved patient outcomes.

    Our commitment to privacy-safe, patient-centric technology ensures that every interaction is designed to make a meaningful impact, delivering life-changing therapies to the right patients at the right time. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, OptimizeRx partners with some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical and life sciences companies to transform the healthcare landscape and create a healthier future for all.

    Important Cautions Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as “anticipates”, “believes”, “estimates”, “expects”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “plans”, “projects”, “targets”, “designed”, “could”, “may”, “should”, “will” or other similar words and expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. All statements that reflect the Company’s expectations, assumptions, projections, beliefs or opinions about the future, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements relating to the Company’s growth, business plans, future performance. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s current expectations and assumptions regarding the Company’s business, the economy, and other future conditions. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted, or quantified. Future events and actual results could differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties to which forward-looking statements are subject include, but are not limited to, the effect of government regulation, competition, and other risks summarized in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, its subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and its other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    OptimizeRx Contact 
    Andy D’Silva, SVP Corporate Finance   
    adsilva@optimizerx.com   
      
    Investor Relations Contact
    Steven Halper
    LifeSci Advisors, LLC
    shalper@lifesciadvisors.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Zoom to Release Financial Results for the First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN JOSE, Calif., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zoom Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) today announced it will release its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, after the market closes.

    A live Zoom Webinar of the event can be accessed at 2:00 pm PT / 5:00 pm ET through Zoom’s investor relations website at https://investors.zoom.com. A replay will be available approximately two hours after the conclusion of the live event.

    About Zoom
    Zoom’s mission is to provide an AI-first work platform for human connection. Reimagine teamwork with Zoom Workplace — Zoom’s open collaboration platform with AI Companion empowers teams to be more productive. Together with Zoom Workplace, Zoom’s Business Services for sales, marketing, and customer experience teams, including Zoom Contact Center, strengthen customer relationships throughout the customer lifecycle. Founded in 2011, Zoom is publicly traded (NASDAQ:ZM) and headquartered in San Jose, California. Get more information at zoom.com.

    Public Relations
    Colleen Rodriguez
    Head of Global PR for Zoom
    press@zoom.us

    Investor Relations
    Charles Eveslage
    Head of Investor Relations for Zoom
    investors@zoom.us

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  • MIL-OSI: Draganfly Announces Proposed Public Offering of Common Shares & Warrants

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Saskatoon, SK., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8A) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), a drone solutions, and systems developer, today announced it has commenced an underwritten public offering in the United States (the “Offering”). The Offering consists of units of common shares (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) and warrants to purchase common shares and is subject to market conditions.

    Maxim Group LLC is acting as sole book-running manager for the Offering.

    Draganfly currently intends to use the net proceeds from the Offering for general corporate purposes, including to fund its capabilities to meet demand for its new products including growth initiatives and/or for working capital requirements including the continuing development and marketing of the Company’s core products, potential acquisitions and research and development.

    The Offering is subject to customary closing conditions including the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals, including the approval of the Canadian Securities Exchange and notification to The Nasdaq Stock Market. The Offering is subject to market conditions, and there can be no assurance as to whether or when the Offering may be completed, or the actual size or terms of the Offering.

    The Offering is being made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement on Form F-10, as amended, (File No. 333-271498) previously filed with and subsequently declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on July 5, 2023 and the Company’s Canadian short form base shelf prospectus dated June 30, 2023 (the “Base Shelf Prospectus”). Draganfly will offer and sell the securities in the United States only. No securities will be offered or sold to Canadian purchasers.

    A preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying Base Shelf Prospectus relating to the Offering and describing the terms thereof will be filed with the applicable securities commissions in Canada and with the SEC in the United States and will be available for free by visiting the Company’s profiles on the SEDAR+ website maintained by the Canadian Securities Administrators at www.sedarplus.ca or the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov, as applicable. Copies of the prospectus supplement and accompanying Base Shelf Prospectus relating to the Offering may be obtained, when available, by contacting Maxim Group LLC, at 300 Park Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10022, Attention: Syndicate Department, or by telephone at (212) 895-3745 or by email at syndicate@maximgrp.com. The final terms of the Offering will be disclosed in a final prospectus supplement to be filed with the securities regulatory authorities in the Canadian provinces of British Columbia, Ontario and Saskatchewan and the SEC.

    This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.

    About Draganfly

    Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8A) is a pioneer in drone solutions, AI-driven software, and robotics. With over 25 years of innovation, Draganfly has been at the forefront of drone technology, providing solutions for public safety, agriculture, industrial inspections, security, mapping, and surveying. The Company is committed to delivering efficient, reliable, and industry-leading technology that helps organizations save time, money, and lives.

    Media Contact
    media@draganfly.com

    Company Contact
    Email: info@draganfly.com

    Forward Looking Statements

    Certain statements contained in this news release may constitute “forward-looking statements” or “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such statements, based as they are on the current expectations of management, inherently involve numerous important risks, uncertainties and assumptions, known and unknown. In this news release, such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the timing, size and expected gross proceeds of the Offering, the satisfaction of customary closing conditions related to the Offering and sale of securities, the intended use of proceeds, and Draganfly’s ability to complete the Offering. Closing of the Offering is subject to numerous factors, many of which are beyond Draganfly’s control, including but not limited to, the failure of the parties to satisfy certain closing conditions, and other important factors disclosed previously and from time to time in Draganfly’s filings with the securities regulatory authorities in the Canadian provinces of British Columbia, Ontario and Saskatchewan and with the SEC. Actual future events may differ from the anticipated events expressed in such forward-looking statements. Draganfly believes that expectations represented by forward-looking statements are reasonable, yet there can be no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. The reader should not place undue reliance, if any, on any forward-looking statements included in this news release. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and Draganfly is under no obligation and disavows any intention to update publicly or revise such statements as a result of any new information, future event, circumstances or otherwise, unless required by applicable securities laws.‎ Investors are cautioned not to unduly rely on these forward-looking statements and are encouraged to read the Offering documents, as well as Draganfly’s continuous disclosure documents, including its current annual information form, as well as its audited annual consolidated financial statements which are available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar.

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  • MIL-OSI: iRhythm Technologies Announces First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN FRANCISCO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iRhythm Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: IRTC), a leading digital health care company focused on creating trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease, today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025.

    First Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights

    • Revenue of $158.7 million, a 20.3% increase compared to first quarter 2024
    • Gross margin of 68.8%, a 250-basis point increase compared to first quarter 2024
    • Unrestricted cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities of $520.6 million as of March 31, 2025
    • Increased fiscal year 2025 guidance for revenue and adjusted EBITDA margin

    Recent Operational Highlights

    • Strong quarterly revenue unit volume driven by momentum from innovative value-based care accounts as well as demand from Zio AT in the United States and record demand in the United Kingdom
    • Expanded global reach with commercial launch of Zio monitor in Japan, highlighting our continued commitment to bringing our innovative digital healthcare solutions to millions of people worldwide
    • As presented at ACC.25, two large real-world studies in over one million patients revealed that short-term, Holter-duration monitoring frequently misses actionable arrhythmias – 64% of daily-symptom patients with actionable arrhythmias went undetected in the first 48 hours – and that patient-reported symptoms are an unreliable predictor of arrhythmic events1,2
    • AVALON study recently presented at Heart Rhythm Society found that the Zio® long-term continuous monitor (LTCM) associated with higher adjusted odds of arrhythmia detection, fewer repeat tests, and reduced likelihood of cardiovascular events compared to other modalities and LTCM brands in the follow-up year3

    “The first quarter of 2025 demonstrated continued commercial momentum, with revenue growth exceeding 20% year-over-year, driven by upstream expansion in the patient care pathway and strength in our Zio AT business,” said Quentin Blackford, President and Chief Executive Officer of iRhythm. “We’ve seen increasing demand from recently opened accounts while also driving penetration within innovative, value-based care and risk-bearing entities. With our recent commercial launch in Japan, we are now actively driving physician and health system awareness of Zio in six markets outside the U.S., contributing to our milestone of 10 million patient reports posted since iRhythm’s inception. With strong execution across multiple growth levers and additional catalysts on the horizon, we are more excited than ever as we continue to enable the earlier diagnosis of cardiac arrhythmias, opening the potential to reduce costs and deliver meaningful value for patients, our customers, healthcare systems, and shareholders.”

    First Quarter Financial Results
    Revenue for the first quarter of 2025 was $158.7 million, up 20.3% from $131.9 million during the same period in 2024. The increase was driven by growth in demand for Zio services.

    Gross profit for the first quarter of 2025 was $109.2 million, up 24.8% from $87.5 million during the same period in 2024, while gross margin was 68.8%, up from 66.3% during the same period in 2024. The increase in gross profit was primarily due to increased volume of Zio services provided due to higher demand. The increase in gross margin was primarily due to volume leverage as well as operational efficiencies, partially offset by an increased blended cost per unit from a higher Zio AT product mix.

    Operating expenses for the first quarter of 2025 were $141.8 million, compared to $125.7 million for the same period in 2024. Adjusted operating expenses for the first quarter of 2025 were $140.4 million, compared to $125.7 million during the same period in 2024. The increase in adjusted operating expenses was primarily driven by funding of innovation and incremental costs to serve a growing volume of patients globally.

    Net loss for the first quarter of 2025 was $30.7 million, or a diluted loss of $0.97 per share, compared with net loss of $45.7 million, or a diluted loss of $1.47 per share, for the same period in 2024. Adjusted net loss for the first quarter of 2025 was $30.3 million, or a diluted loss of $0.95 per share, compared with an adjusted net loss of $38.1 million, or a diluted loss of $1.23 per share, for the same period in 2024. The decrease in net loss was primarily driven by our revenue growth and operating leverage achieved through implementation of efficiency initiatives.

    Unrestricted cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities were $520.6 million as of March 31, 2025.

    2025 Annual Guidance
    iRhythm projects revenue for the full year 2025 between $690 million to $700 million. Adjusted EBITDA margin for the full year 2025 is expected to range from approximately 7.5% to 8.5% of revenues.

    Webcast and Conference Call Information
    iRhythm’s management team will host a conference call today beginning at 1:30 p.m. PT/4:30 p.m. ET. Interested parties may access a live and archived webcast of the presentation on the “Events & Presentations” section of the company’s investor website at investors.irhythmtech.com.

    About iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
    iRhythm is a leading digital health care company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.

    Reclassifications
    Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation. These reclassifications have no impact on previously reported results of operations or financial position.

    Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
    We refer to certain financial measures that are not recognized under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in this press release, including adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net loss, adjusted net loss per share and adjusted operating expenses. We use these non-GAAP financial measures for financial and operational decision-making and as a means to evaluate period-to-period comparisons. See the schedules attached to this press release for additional information and reconciliations of such non-GAAP financial measures. We have not reconciled our adjusted operating expenses and adjusted EBITDA margin estimates for full year 2025 because certain items that impact these figures are uncertain or out of our control and cannot be reasonably predicted. Accordingly, a reconciliation of adjusted operating expenses and adjusted EBITDA estimates is not available without unreasonable effort.

    Adjusted EBITDA excludes non-cash operating charges for stock-based compensation expense, changes in fair value of strategic investments, impairment and restructuring charges, business transformation costs, certain intellectual property litigation expenses and settlements, and loss on extinguishment of debt. Business transformation costs include costs associated with professional services, employee termination and relocation, third-party merger and acquisition, integration, and other costs to augment and restructure the organization, inclusive of both outsourced and offshore resources.

    Beginning in the first quarter of 2025, we have excluded third-party attorneys’ fees and expenses associated with patent litigation brought against the Company by Welch Allyn, Inc. and Bardy Diagnostics, Inc., subsidiaries of Baxter International, Inc. Factors we considered in arriving at this determination to exclude these patent litigation costs from our non-GAAP financial measures include frequency and complexity of the patent litigation, the counterparty involved, and the expected magnitude of patent litigation costs for this matter.

    Forward-Looking Statements
    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. An investor can identify these statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. They use words such as ‘anticipate’, ‘estimate’, ‘expect’, ‘intend’, ‘will’, ‘project’, ‘plan’, ‘believe’, ‘target’ and other words and terms of similar meaning in connection with any discussion of future actions or operating or financial performance. In particular, these statements include statements regarding financial guidance, market opportunity, ability to penetrate the market, international market expansion, anticipated productivity and quality improvements, and expectations for growth. Such statements are based on current assumptions that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially. These risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, include risks described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in our filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those on the Form 10-Q expected to be filed on or about May 1, 2025. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and should not be unduly relied upon. iRhythm disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

    Investor Contact
    Stephanie Zhadkevich
    investors@irhythmtech.com

    Media Contact
    Kassandra Perry
    irhythm@highwirepr.com

    1. Battisti, T, Pinkerton, R, Fokin, V. et al. “Arrhythmias in patietns with daily vs non-daily symptoms undergoing long-term continuous patch ECG monitoring.” JACC. 2025 Apr, 85 (12_Supplement) 221.
    2. Battisti, T, Pinkerton, R, Fokin, V. et al.“Symptom-Rhythm Correlation Patterns in Patients Undergoing Ambulatory ECG Monitoring: Analysis of Over 1 Million Patients.” JACC. 2025 Apr, 85 (12_Supplement) 37.
    3. Russo, Pierantonio et al. “Assessment of Variation in AmbuLatory Cardiac MONitoring: Real-World Evidence of Commercially Insured Beneficiaries.” Heart Rhythm, Volume 22, Issue 4, S547.
    IRHYTHM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
    (In thousands, except par value)
    (unaudited)
     
      March 31, 2025   December 31, 2024
    Assets      
    Current assets:      
    Cash and cash equivalents $ 375,278     $ 419,597  
    Marketable securities   145,311       115,956  
    Accounts receivable, net   80,639       79,941  
    Inventory   14,336       14,039  
    Prepaid expenses and other current assets   20,449       16,286  
    Total current assets   636,013       645,819  
    Property and equipment, net   130,850       125,092  
    Operating lease right-of-use assets   46,171       47,564  
    Restricted cash   8,358       8,358  
    Goodwill   862       862  
    Long-term strategic investments   62,745       61,902  
    Other assets   41,099       41,852  
    Total assets $ 926,098     $ 931,449  
    Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity      
    Current liabilities:      
    Accounts payable $ 11,946     $ 7,221  
    Accrued liabilities   79,976       84,900  
    Deferred revenue   3,282       2,932  
    Operating lease liabilities, current portion   16,140       15,867  
    Total current liabilities   111,344       110,920  
    Long-term senior convertible notes   647,237       646,443  
    Other noncurrent liabilities   8,727       8,579  
    Operating lease liabilities, noncurrent portion   72,125       74,599  
    Total liabilities   839,433       840,541  
    Stockholders’ equity:      
    Preferred stock, $0.001 par value – 5,000 shares authorized; none issued and outstanding at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024          
    Common stock, $0.001 par value – 100,000 shares authorized; 32,144 shares issued and 31,915 shares outstanding at March 31, 2025, respectively; 31,621 shares issued and 31,392 shares outstanding at December 31, 2024, respectively   32       31  
    Additional paid-in capital   901,085       874,607  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss   143       165  
    Accumulated deficit   (789,595 )     (758,895 )
    Treasury stock, at cost; 229 shares at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024   (25,000 )     (25,000 )
    Total stockholders’ equity   86,665       90,908  
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 926,098     $ 931,449  
                   
    IRHYTHM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
    (In thousands, except per share data)
    (unaudited)
     
        Three Months Ended March 31,
          2025       2024  
    Revenue, net   $ 158,677     $ 131,929  
    Cost of revenue     49,461       44,413  
    Gross profit     109,216       87,516  
    Operating expenses:        
    Research and development     21,519       16,994  
    Acquired in-process research and development     296        
    Selling, general and administrative     119,957       108,660  
    Total operating expenses     141,772       125,654  
    Loss from operations     (32,556 )     (38,138 )
    Interest and other income (expense), net:        
    Interest income     4,919       3,057  
    Interest expense     (3,273 )     (2,860 )
    Loss on extinguishment of debt           (7,589 )
    Other income (expense), net     875       (105 )
    Total interest and other income (expense), net     2,521       (7,497 )
    Loss before income taxes     (30,035 )     (45,635 )
    Income tax provision     665       32  
    Net loss   $ (30,700 )   $ (45,667 )
    Net loss per common share, basic and diluted   $ (0.97 )   $ (1.47 )
    Weighted-average shares, basic and diluted     31,590       31,033  
                     
    IRHYTHM TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Information
    (in thousands, except per share data)
    (unaudited)
     
        Three Months Ended March 31,
          2025       2024  
    Adjusted EBITDA reconciliation*        
    Net loss, as reported1   $ (30,700 )   $ (45,667 )
    Interest expense     3,273       2,860  
    Interest income     (4,919 )     (3,057 )
    Changes in fair value of strategic investments     (843 )      
    Income tax provision     665       32  
    Depreciation and amortization     5,210       5,131  
    Stock-based compensation     23,344       20,991  
    Business transformation costs     503        
    Intellectual property litigation costs2     832        
    Loss on extinguishment of debt           7,589  
    Adjusted EBITDA   $ (2,635 )   $ (12,121 )
             
    Adjusted net loss reconciliation*        
    Net loss, as reported1   $ (30,700 )   $ (45,667 )
    Business transformation costs     503        
    Intellectual property litigation costs2     832        
    Changes in fair value of strategic investments     (843 )      
    Loss on extinguishment of debt           7,589  
    Tax effect of adjustments3     (91 )      
    Adjusted net loss   $ (30,299 )   $ (38,078 )
             
    Adjusted net loss per share reconciliation*        
    Net loss per share, as reported1   $ (0.97 )   $ (1.47 )
    Business transformation costs per share     0.02        
    Intellectual property litigation costs per share2     0.03        
    Changes in fair value of strategic investments per share     (0.03 )      
    Loss on extinguishment of debt per share           0.24  
    Tax effect of adjustments per share3            
    Adjusted net loss per share   $ (0.95 )   $ (1.23 )
    Weighted-average shares, basic and diluted     31,590       31,033  
             
    Adjusted operating expense reconciliation*        
    Operating expense, as reported   $ 141,772     $ 125,654  
    Business transformation costs     (503 )      
    Intellectual property litigation costs2     (832 )      
    Adjusted operating expense   $ 140,437     $ 125,654  
                     

    *Certain numbers expressed may not sum due to rounding.
    1 Net loss for the three months ended March 31, 2025 includes $0.3 million of acquired in-process research and development expense.
    2 Excludes third-party attorneys’ fees and expenses associated with patent litigation brought against the Company by Welch Allyn, Inc. and Bardy Diagnostics, Inc., subsidiaries of Baxter International, Inc.
    3 Income tax impact of Non-GAAP adjustments listed.

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  • MIL-OSI: Nutanix Announces Date and Conference Call Information for Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN JOSE, Calif., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nutanix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTNX), a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, today announced that it will report its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, which ended April 30, 2025, after U.S. markets close on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

    Nutanix will host a conference call and earnings webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. EDT / 1:30 p.m. PDT on the same day to discuss the company’s financial results. Interested parties may access the conference call by registering at this link to receive dial in details and a unique PIN number. The conference call will also be webcast live on the Nutanix Investor Relations website at ir.nutanix.com.

    An archived replay of the webcast will be available on the Nutanix Investor Relations website at ir.nutanix.com shortly after the call.

    About Nutanix
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  • MIL-OSI: Trupanion Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SEATTLE, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trupanion, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUP), a leading provider of medical insurance for cats and dogs, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025.

    “Q1 was a strong start to the year, with performance ahead of plan across key metrics,” said Margi Tooth, Chief Executive Officer and President of Trupanion. “We saw early momentum in both retention and pet acquisition, and with expanded margins in our subscription business, we’re well-positioned to continue to invest in growth.”

    First Quarter 2025 Financial and Business Highlights

    • Total revenue was $342.0 million, an increase of 12% compared to the first quarter of 2024.
    • Total enrolled pets (including pets from our other business segment) was 1,667,637 at March 31, 2025, a decrease of 2% over March 31, 2024.
    • Subscription business revenue was $233.1 million, an increase of 16% compared to the first quarter of 2024.
    • Subscription enrolled pets was 1,052,845 at March 31, 2025, an increase of 5% over March 31, 2024.
    • Net loss was $(1.5) million, or $(0.03) per basic and diluted share, compared to a net loss of $(6.9) million, or $(0.16) per basic and diluted share, in the first quarter of 2024.
    • Adjusted EBITDA was $12.2 million, compared to adjusted EBITDA of $4.8 million in the first quarter of 2024.
    • Operating cash flow was $16.0 million and free cash flow was $14.0 million in the first quarter of 2025. This compared to operating cash flow of $2.4 million and free cash flow of $(0.6) million in the first quarter of 2024.
    • At March 31, 2025, the Company held $321.8 million in cash and short-term investments, including $48.8 million held outside the insurance entities, with an additional $15.0 million available under its credit facility.

    Conference Call
    Trupanion’s management will host a conference call today to review its first quarter 2025 results. The call is scheduled to begin shortly after 1:30 p.m. PT/ 4:30 p.m. ET. A live webcast will be accessible through the Investor Relations section of Trupanion’s website at https://investors.trupanion.com/ and will be archived online for 3 months upon completion of the conference call. Participants can access the conference call by dialing 1-866-250-8117 (United States) or 1-412-317-6011 (International). A telephonic replay of the call will also be available after the completion of the call, by dialing 1-844-512-2921 (United States) or 1-412-317-6671 (International) and entering the replay pin number: 10197710.

    About Trupanion
    Trupanion is a leader in medical insurance for cats and dogs throughout the United States, Canada, and certain countries in Continental Europe with over 1,000,000 pets currently enrolled. For over two decades, Trupanion has given pet owners peace of mind so they can focus on their pet’s recovery, not financial stress. Trupanion is committed to providing pet parents with the highest value in pet medical insurance with unlimited payouts for the life of their pets. With its patented process, Trupanion is the only North American provider with the technology to pay veterinarians directly in seconds at the time of checkout. Trupanion is listed on NASDAQ under the symbol “TRUP”. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA. Trupanion policies are issued, in the United States, by its wholly-owned insurance entity American Pet Insurance Company and, in Canada, by Accelerant Insurance Company of Canada. Trupanion Australia is a partnership between Trupanion and Hollard Insurance Company. Policies are sold and administered in Canada by Canada Pet Health Insurance Services, Inc. dba Trupanion 309-1277 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver, BC V7J 0A2 and in the United States by Trupanion Managers USA, Inc. (CA license No. 0G22803, NPN 9588590). Canada Pet Health Insurance Services, Inc. is a registered damage insurance agency and claims adjuster in Quebec #603927. Trupanion Australia is a partnership between Trupanion and Hollard Insurance Company. For more information, please visit trupanion.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements
    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 relating to, among other things, expectations, plans, prospects and financial results for Trupanion, including, but not limited to, its expectations regarding its ability to continue to grow its enrollments and revenue, and otherwise execute its business plan. These forward-looking statements are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of Trupanion’s management as of the date of this press release, and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements made in this press release are based on information available to Trupanion as of the date hereof, and Trupanion has no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

    In particular, the following factors, among others, could cause results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements: the ability to achieve or maintain profitability and/or appropriate levels of cash flow in future periods; the ability to keep growing our membership base and revenue; the accuracy of assumptions used in determining appropriate member acquisition expenditures; the severity and frequency of claims; the ability to maintain high retention rates; the accuracy of assumptions used in pricing medical plan subscriptions and the ability to accurately estimate the impact of new products or offerings on claims frequency; actual claims expense exceeding estimates; regulatory and other constraints on the ability to institute, or the decision to otherwise delay, pricing modifications in response to changes in actual or estimated claims expense; the effectiveness and statutory or regulatory compliance of our Territory Partner model and of our Territory Partners, veterinarians and other third parties in recommending medical plan subscriptions to potential members; the ability to retain existing Territory Partners and increase the number of Territory Partners and active hospitals; compliance by us and those referring us members with laws and regulations that apply to our business, including the sale of a pet medical plan; the ability to maintain the security of our data; fluctuations in the Canadian currency exchange rate; the ability to protect our proprietary and member information; the ability to maintain our culture and team; the ability to maintain the requisite amount of risk-based capital; our ability to implement and maintain effective controls, including to remediate material weaknesses in internal controls over financial reporting; the ability to protect and enforce Trupanion’s intellectual property rights; the ability to successfully implement our alliance with Aflac; the ability to continue key contractual relationships with third parties; third-party claims including litigation and regulatory actions; the ability to recognize benefits from investments in new solutions and enhancements to Trupanion’s technology platform and website; our ability to retain key personnel; and deliberations and determinations by the Trupanion board based on the future performance of the company or otherwise.

    For a detailed discussion of these and other cautionary statements, please refer to the risk factors discussed in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including but not limited to, Trupanion’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and any subsequently filed reports on Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K. All documents are available through the SEC’s Electronic Data Gathering Analysis and Retrieval system at https://www.sec.gov or the Investor Relations section of Trupanion’s website at https://investors.trupanion.com.

    Non-GAAP Financial Measures
    Trupanion’s stated results may include certain non-GAAP financial measures. These non-GAAP financial measures may not provide information that is directly comparable to that provided by other companies in its industry as other companies in its industry may calculate or use non-GAAP financial measures differently. In addition, there are limitations in using non-GAAP financial measures because the non-GAAP financial measures are not prepared in accordance with GAAP, may be different from non-GAAP financial measures used by other companies and exclude expenses that may have a material impact on Trupanion’s reported financial results. The presentation and utilization of non-GAAP financial measures is not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the directly comparable financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. Trupanion urges its investors to review the reconciliation of its non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures in its consolidated financial statements, and not to rely on any single financial or operating measure to evaluate its business. These reconciliations are included below and on Trupanion’s Investor Relations website.

    Because of varying available valuation methodologies, subjective assumptions and the variety of equity instruments that can impact a company’s non-cash expenses, Trupanion believes that providing various non-GAAP financial measures that exclude stock-based compensation expense and depreciation and amortization expense allows for more meaningful comparisons between its operating results from period to period. Trupanion offsets new pet acquisition expense with sign-up fee revenue in the calculation of net acquisition cost because it collects sign-up fee revenue from new members at the time of enrollment and considers it to be an offset to a portion of Trupanion’s new pet acquisition expense. Trupanion believes this allows it to calculate and present financial measures in a consistent manner across periods. Trupanion’s management believes that the non-GAAP financial measures and the related financial measures derived from them are important tools for financial and operational decision-making and for evaluating operating results over different periods of time.

    Trupanion, Inc.
    Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
    (in thousands, except share data)
        Three Months Ended March 31,
          2025       2024  
      (unaudited)
    Revenue:        
    Subscription business   $ 233,064     $ 201,134  
    Other business     108,911       104,987  
    Total revenue     341,975       306,121  
    Cost of revenue:        
    Subscription business     189,845       172,132  
    Other business     101,027       97,762  
    Total cost of revenue(1),(2)     290,872       269,894  
    Operating expenses:        
    Technology and development(1)     8,072       6,960  
    General and administrative(1)     19,892       14,673  
    New pet acquisition expense(1)     20,516       16,843  
    Depreciation and amortization     3,791       3,785  
    Total operating expenses     52,271       42,261  
    Loss from investment in joint venture     (305 )     (103 )
    Operating loss     (1,473 )     (6,137 )
    Interest expense     3,211       3,596  
    Other (income), net     (3,240 )     (2,843 )
    Loss before income taxes     (1,444 )     (6,890 )
    Income tax (benefit) expense     39       (38 )
    Net loss   $ (1,483 )   $ (6,852 )
             
    Net loss per share:        
    Basic and diluted   $ (0.03 )   $ (0.16 )
    Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding:        
    Basic and diluted     42,775,955       41,917,094  
             
    (1)Includes stock-based compensation expense as follows:
        Three Months Ended March 31,
          2025       2024  
    Cost of revenue   $ 1,259     $ 1,390  
    Technology and development     1,151       1,254  
    General and administrative     4,528       3,449  
    New pet acquisition expense     2,892       2,059  
    Total stock-based compensation expense   $ 9,830     $ 8,152  
             
    (2)The breakout of cost of revenue between veterinary invoice expense and other cost of revenue is as follows:
        Three Months Ended March 31,
          2025       2024  
    Veterinary invoice expense   $ 247,450     $ 233,569  
    Other cost of revenue     43,422       36,325  
    Total cost of revenue   $ 290,872     $ 269,894  
    Trupanion, Inc.
    Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
    (in thousands, except share data)
      March 31,
    2025
      December 31,
    2024
      (unaudited)    
    Assets      
    Current assets:      
    Cash and cash equivalents $ 166,308     $ 160,295  
    Short-term investments   155,508       147,089  
    Accounts and other receivables, net of allowance for credit losses of $1,046 at March 31, 2025 and $1,117 at December 31, 2024   290,104       274,031  
    Prepaid expenses and other assets   16,417       15,912  
    Total current assets   628,337       597,327  
    Restricted cash   39,702       39,235  
    Long-term investments   376       373  
    Property, equipment and internal-use software, net   101,938       102,191  
    Intangible assets, net   12,130       13,177  
    Other long-term assets   16,356       17,579  
    Goodwill   38,323       36,971  
    Total assets $ 837,162     $ 806,853  
    Liabilities and stockholders’ equity      
    Current liabilities:      
    Accounts payable $ 9,681     $ 11,532  
    Accrued liabilities and other current liabilities   36,907       33,469  
    Reserve for veterinary invoices   54,042       51,635  
    Deferred revenue   267,357       251,640  
    Long-term debt – current portion   1,350       1,350  
    Total current liabilities   369,337       349,626  
    Long-term debt   127,526       127,537  
    Deferred tax liabilities   1,884       1,946  
    Other liabilities   4,742       4,476  
    Total liabilities   503,489       483,585  
    Stockholders’ equity:      
    Common stock: $0.00001 par value per share, 100,000,000 shares authorized; 43,804,141 and 42,775,955 issued and outstanding at March 31, 2025; 43,516,631 and 42,488,445 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2024          
    Preferred stock: $0.00001 par value per share, 10,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued and outstanding          
    Additional paid-in capital   578,293       568,302  
    Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (715 )     (2,612 )
    Accumulated deficit   (227,371 )     (225,888 )
    Treasury stock, at cost: 1,028,186 shares at March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024   (16,534 )     (16,534 )
    Total stockholders’ equity   333,673       323,268  
    Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 837,162     $ 806,853  
    Trupanion, Inc.
    Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
    (in thousands)
      Three Months Ended March 31,
        2025       2024  
      (unaudited)
    Operating activities      
    Net loss $ (1,483 )   $ (6,852 )
    Adjustments to reconcile net loss to cash provided by operating activities:      
    Depreciation and amortization   3,791       3,785  
    Stock-based compensation expense   9,830       8,152  
    Other, net   349       (202 )
    Changes in operating assets and liabilities:      
    Accounts and other receivables   (15,965 )     (10,718 )
    Prepaid expenses and other assets   (204 )     287  
    Accounts payable, accrued liabilities, and other liabilities   1,527       (5,131 )
    Reserve for veterinary invoices   2,407       (885 )
    Deferred revenue   15,712       13,998  
    Net cash provided by operating activities   15,964       2,434  
    Investing activities      
    Purchases of investment securities   (40,875 )     (19,193 )
    Maturities and sales of investment securities   33,242       19,005  
    Purchases of property, equipment, and internal-use software   (1,928 )     (3,065 )
    Other   588       516  
    Net cash used in investing activities   (8,973 )     (2,737 )
    Financing activities      
    Repayment of debt financing   (338 )     (338 )
    Proceeds from exercise of stock options   1,024       372  
    Shares withheld to satisfy tax withholding   (915 )     (245 )
    Other   (230 )     (75 )
    Net cash used in financing activities   (459 )     (286 )
    Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, net   (52 )     (313 )
    Net change in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash   6,480       (902 )
    Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period   199,530       170,464  
    Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period $ 206,010     $ 169,562  
    The following tables set forth our key operating metrics.
                                   
      Three Months Ended March 31,                        
        2025       2024                          
    Total Business:                              
    Total pets enrolled (at period end)   1,667,637       1,708,017                          
    Subscription Business:                              
    Total subscription pets enrolled (at period end)   1,052,845       1,006,168                          
    Monthly average revenue per pet $ 77.53     $ 69.79                          
    Average pet acquisition cost (PAC) $ 267     $ 207                          
    Average monthly retention   98.28 %     98.41 %                        
                                   
                                   
      Three Months Ended
      Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024   Dec. 31, 2023   Sep. 30, 2023   Jun. 30, 2023
    Total Business:                              
    Total pets enrolled (at period end)   1,667,637       1,677,570       1,688,903       1,699,643       1,708,017       1,714,473       1,712,177       1,679,659  
    Subscription Business:                              
    Total subscription pets enrolled (at period end)   1,052,845       1,041,212       1,032,042       1,020,934       1,006,168       991,426       969,322       943,958  
    Monthly average revenue per pet $ 77.53     $ 76.02     $ 74.27     $ 71.72     $ 69.79     $ 67.07     $ 65.82     $ 64.41  
    Average pet acquisition cost (PAC) $ 267     $ 261     $ 243     $ 231     $ 207     $ 217     $ 212     $ 236  
    Average monthly retention   98.28 %     98.25 %     98.29 %     98.34 %     98.41 %     98.49 %     98.55 %     98.61 %
    The following table reflects the reconciliation of cash provided by operating activities to free cash flow (in thousands):
           
      Three Months Ended March 31,
        2025       2024  
    Net cash provided by operating activities $ 15,964     $ 2,434  
    Purchases of property, equipment, and internal-use software   (1,928 )     (3,065 )
    Free cash flow $ 14,036     $ (631 )
    The following tables reflect the reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP measures (in thousands except percentages):
      Three Months Ended March 31,
        2024       2023  
    Veterinary invoice expense $ 247,450     $ 233,569  
    Less:      
    Stock-based compensation expense(1)   (763 )     (862 )
    Other business cost of paying veterinary invoices(3)   (79,269 )     (81,213 )
    Subscription cost of paying veterinary invoices (non-GAAP) $ 167,418     $ 151,494  
    % of subscription revenue   71.8 %     75.3 %
           
    Other cost of revenue $ 43,422     $ 36,325  
    Less:      
    Stock-based compensation expense(1)   (482 )     (420 )
    Other business variable expenses(3)   (21,736 )     (16,498 )
    Subscription variable expenses (non-GAAP) $ 21,204     $ 19,407  
    % of subscription revenue   9.1 %     9.6 %
           
    Technology and development expense $ 8,072     $ 6,960  
    General and administrative expense   19,892       14,673  
    Less:      
    Stock-based compensation expense(1)   (5,396 )     (4,258 )
    Development expenses(2)   (1,406 )     (1,178 )
    Fixed expenses (non-GAAP) $ 21,162     $ 16,197  
    % of total revenue   6.2 %     5.3 %
           
    New pet acquisition expense $ 20,516     $ 16,843  
    Less:      
    Stock-based compensation expense(1)   (2,873 )     (1,857 )
    Other business pet acquisition expense(3)   (3 )     (13 )
    Subscription acquisition cost (non-GAAP) $ 17,640     $ 14,973  
    % of subscription revenue   7.6 %     7.4 %
           
    (1) Trupanion employees may elect to take restricted stock units in lieu of cash payment for their bonuses. We account for such expense as stock-based compensation according to GAAP, but we do not include it in any non-GAAP adjustments. Stock-based compensation associated with bonuses was approximately $0.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025.
    (2) Consists of costs related to product exploration and development that are pre-revenue and historically have been insignificant.
    (3) Excluding the portion of stock-based compensation expense attributable to the other business segment.
    The following tables reflect the reconciliation of GAAP measures to non-GAAP measures (in thousands, except percentages):
      Three Months Ended March 31,
        2025       2024  
    Operating Loss $ (1,473 )   $ (6,138 )
    Non-GAAP expense adjustments      
    Acquisition cost   17,643       14,985  
    Stock-based compensation expense(1)   9,514       7,397  
    Development expenses(2)   1,406       1,179  
    Depreciation and amortization   3,791       3,785  
    Gain (loss) from investment in joint venture   (305 )     (103 )
    Total adjusted operating income (non-GAAP) $ 31,186     $ 21,312  
           
    Subscription Business:      
    Subscription operating income (loss) $ 1,065     $ (4,525 )
    Non-GAAP expense adjustments      
    Acquisition cost   17,640       14,973  
    Stock-based compensation expense(1)   7,772       5,882  
    Development expenses(2)   958       774  
    Depreciation and amortization   2,584       2,487  
    Subscription adjusted operating income (non-GAAP) $ 30,019     $ 19,591  
           
    Other Business:      
    Other business operating loss $ (2,233 )   $ (1,510 )
    Non-GAAP expense adjustments      
    Acquisition cost   3       12  
    Stock-based compensation expense(1)   1,742       1,516  
    Development expenses(2)   448       404  
    Depreciation and amortization   1,207       1,298  
    Other business adjusted operating income (non-GAAP) $ 1,167     $ 1,720  
           
    (1) Trupanion employees may elect to take restricted stock units in lieu of cash payment for their bonuses. We account for such expense as stock-based compensation in accordance with GAAP, but we do not include it in any non-GAAP adjustments. Stock-based compensation associated with bonuses was approximately $0.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025.
    (2) Consists of costs related to product exploration and development that are pre-revenue and historically have been insignificant.
    The following tables reflect the reconciliation of GAAP measures to non-GAAP measures (in thousands, except percentages):
                   
      Three Months Ended March 31,
        2025       2024  
    Subscription revenue $ 233,064     $ 201,134  
    Subscription cost of paying veterinary invoices   167,418       151,493  
    Subscription variable expenses   21,204       19,407  
    Subscription fixed expenses*   14,423       10,642  
    Subscription adjusted operating income (non-GAAP) $ 30,019     $ 19,591  
    Other business revenue   108,911       104,987  
    Other business cost of paying veterinary invoices   79,269       81,213  
    Other business variable expenses   21,736       16,498  
    Other business fixed expenses*   6,739       5,555  
    Other business adjusted operating income (non-GAAP) $ 1,167     $ 1,721  
    Revenue   341,975       306,121  
    Cost of paying veterinary invoices   246,687       232,707  
    Variable expenses   42,940       35,905  
    Fixed expenses*   21,162       16,197  
    Total business adjusted operating income (non-GAAP) $ 31,186     $ 21,312  
           
    As a percentage of revenue: Three Months Ended March 31,
        2024       2023  
    Subscription revenue   100.0 %     100.0 %
    Subscription cost of paying veterinary invoices   71.8 %     75.3 %
    Subscription variable expenses   9.1 %     9.6 %
    Subscription fixed expenses*   6.2 %     5.3 %
    Subscription adjusted operating income (non-GAAP)   12.9 %     9.7 %
           
    Other business revenue   100.0 %     100.0 %
    Other business cost of paying veterinary invoices   72.8 %     77.4 %
    Other business variable expenses   20.0 %     15.7 %
    Other business fixed expenses*   6.2 %     5.3 %
    Other business adjusted operating income (non-GAAP)   1.1 %     1.6 %
           
    Revenue   100.0 %     100.0 %
    Cost of paying veterinary invoices   72.1 %     76.0 %
    Variable expenses   12.6 %     11.7 %
    Fixed expenses*   6.2 %     5.3 %
    Total business adjusted operating income (non-GAAP)   9.1 %     7.0 %
           
    *Fixed expenses represent shared services that support both our subscription and other business segments and, as such, are generally allocated to each segment pro-rata based on revenues.

    Adjusted operating income is a non-GAAP financial measure that adjusts operating income (loss) to remove the effect of acquisition cost, development expenses, non-recurring transaction or restructuring expenses, and gain (loss) from investment in joint venture. Non-cash items, such as stock-based compensation expense and depreciation and amortization, are also excluded. Acquisition cost, development expenses, gain (loss) from investment in joint venture, stock-based compensation expense, and depreciation and amortization are expected to remain recurring expenses for the foreseeable future, but are excluded from this metric to measure scale in other areas of the business. Management believes acquisition costs primarily represent the cost to acquire new subscribers and are driven by the amount of growth we choose to pursue based primarily on the amount of our adjusted operating income period over period. Accordingly, this measure is not indicative of our core operating income performance. We also exclude development expenses, gain (loss) from investment in joint venture, stock-based compensation expense, and depreciation and amortization because some investors may not view those items as reflective of our core operating income performance.

    Management uses adjusted operating income and the margin on adjusted operating income to understand the effects of scale in its non-acquisition cost and development expenses and to plan future advertising expenditures, which are designed to acquire new pets. Management uses this measure as a principal way of understanding the operating performance of its business exclusive of acquisition cost and new product exploration and development initiatives. Management believes disclosure of this metric provides investors with the same data that the Company employs in assessing its overall operations and that disclosure of this measure may provide useful information regarding the efficiency of our utilization of revenues, return on advertising dollars in the form of new subscribers and future use of available cash to support the continued growth of our business.

    The following tables reflect the reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA to net loss (in thousands):
                                   
      Three Months Ended March 31,                        
        2025       2024                          
    Net loss $ (1,483 )   $ (6,852 )                        
    Excluding:                              
    Stock-based compensation expense   9,514       7,398                          
    Depreciation and amortization expense   3,791       3,785                          
    Interest income   (2,835 )     (3,045 )                        
    Interest expense   3,211       3,596                          
    Income tax expense (benefit)   39       (38 )                        
    Adjusted EBITDA $ 12,237     $ 4,844                          
                                   
      Three Months Ended
      Mar. 31, 2025   Dec. 31, 2024   Sep. 30, 2024   Jun. 30, 2024   Mar. 31, 2024   Dec. 31, 2023   Sep. 30, 2023   Jun. 30, 2023
    Net (loss) income $ (1,483 )   $ 1,656     $ 1,425     $ (5,862 )   $ (6,852 )   $ (2,163 )   $ (4,036 )   $ (13,714 )
    Excluding:                              
    Stock-based compensation expense   9,514       8,036       8,127       8,381       7,398       6,636       6,585       6,503  
    Depreciation and amortization expense   3,791       3,924       4,381       4,376       3,785       3,029       2,990       3,253  
    Interest income   (2,835 )     (2,999 )     (3,232 )     (3,135 )     (3,045 )     (2,842 )     (2,389 )     (2,051 )
    Interest expense   3,211       3,427       3,820       3,655       3,596       3,697       3,053       2,940  
    Income tax expense (benefit)   39       38       39       (44 )     (38 )     130       (43 )     (238 )
    Goodwill impairment charges         5,299                                      
    Non-recurring transaction or restructuring expenses                                       8       65  
    (Gain) loss from equity method investment               (33 )                       (110 )      
    Adjusted EBITDA $ 12,237     $ 19,381     $ 14,527     $ 7,371     $ 4,844     $ 8,487     $ 6,058     $ (3,242 )
     

    Contacts:

    Investors:
    Laura Bainbridge, Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications
    Gil Melchior, Director, Investor Relations
    Investor.Relations@trupanion.com

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/af9a2ab5-2802-4ca8-8a90-199e1c54b91a

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  • MIL-OSI: Archrock Completes Acquisition of Natural Gas Compression Systems, Inc.

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    HOUSTON, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Archrock, Inc. (NYSE: AROC) (“Archrock” or the “Company”) today announced it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Natural Gas Compression Systems, Inc. (“NGCSI”) and NGCSE, Inc. (“NGCSE”) (collectively, “NGCS”).

    “We are pleased to complete our acquisition of NGCS and welcome its highly talented team of employees to Archrock,” said Brad Childers, President and Chief Executive Officer of Archrock. “This accretive transaction is expected to increase our scale, expand our customer relationships, deepen our operations in key regions and strengthen our position as a premier provider of natural gas compression services in the United States. We are confident Archrock is poised for continued growth and value creation as we power a cleaner America.”

    At closing, Archrock issued approximately 2.251 million new Archrock common shares to NGCSE. In addition, Archrock funded the $299 million cash portion of the total consideration with available capacity under its ABL credit facility. Archrock remains committed to its stated target leverage ratio range of between 3.0 times and 3.5 times. The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to Archrock’s 2025 earnings per share and cash available for dividend per share.

    About Archrock

    Archrock is an energy infrastructure company with a primary focus on midstream natural gas compression and a commitment to helping its customers produce, compress and transport natural gas in a safe and environmentally responsible way. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Archrock is a premier provider of natural gas compression services to customers in the energy industry throughout the U.S. and a leading supplier of aftermarket services to customers that own compression equipment. For more information on how the Company embodies its purpose, WE POWER A CLEANER AMERICA™, visit www.archrock.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements, which include statements about the expected benefits of the acquisition of Natural Gas Compression Systems, Inc. and NGCSE, Inc. These statements are not guarantees of future performance or actions. Forward-looking statements rely on a number of assumptions concerning future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties. If one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by a forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made. These forward-looking statements are also affected by the risk factors, forward-looking statements and challenges and uncertainties described in Archrock’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and those set forth from time to time in Archrock’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available online at www.sec.gov and at www.archrock.com. Except as required by law, Archrock expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

    For information, contact:

    Archrock, Inc.
    INVESTORS
    Megan Repine
    VP of Investor Relations
    281-836-8360
    investor.relations@archrock.com

    MEDIA
    Andrew Siegel / Jed Repko / Kara Grimaldi
    Joele Frank
    212-355-4449

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  • MIL-OSI: Trisura Group Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trisura Group Ltd. (“Trisura” or “Trisura Group”) (TSX: TSU), a leading specialty insurance provider, today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2025.

    David Clare, President and CEO of Trisura, stated,

    “In Q1 Trisura reported a strong Operating ROE of 18.4% driven by Operating net income of $34.2 million or $0.70 per share. Growth, profitable underwriting, and higher Net investment income demonstrates consistent execution of our strategy.

    Profitable underwriting resulted in a quarterly Combined ratio of 82.7%, alongside strong growth of 28.1% in our Primary lines. We continued expanding US Surety, reaching 33 state licenses in our Treasury-listed entity while broadening rate filings and building relationships with key distribution partners.

    Growth and strong earnings lifted book value to a new record of $820 million, with a conservative 10.7% debt-to-capital underscoring flexibility and capacity for growth.

    Highlights

    • Operating ROE(1) of 18.4% was strong, reflecting profitability from core operations, while ROE(1) was 15.0% in the quarter.
    • BVPS(2) of $17.16 increased 23.5% over Q1 2024 demonstrating consistent expansion in book value.
    • Operating net income(3) was $34.2 million in the quarter, which increased over the prior year as a result of growth in the business. Net income of $29.0 million was lower than Q1 2024 primarily as a result of higher Net gains on the investment portfolio in Q1 2024 and the impact of movements in the yield curve in the quarter.
    • Operating EPS(1) of $0.70 in the quarter increased by 2.9% demonstrating the strength of core operations(4) through continued growth and profitability. EPS of $0.60 in the quarter decreased from Q1 2024 primarily as a result of higher Net gains on the investment portfolio in Q1 2024 and the impact of movements in the yield curve in the quarter.
    • Combined ratio(1) for the quarter was 82.7%, reflecting a strong underwriting performance across the portfolio.
    • GPW(2) of $711.7 million, decreased by 1.6% compared to Q1 2024, primarily as a result of non-renewed programs in US Programs during 2024, offset by growth in our Primary lines(5). Trisura’s Primary lines grew by 28.1% in the quarter, which are the lines of business that contribute most meaningfully to Underwriting income(3).
    • Net investment income growth of 8.6% in the quarter was driven by a larger investment portfolio.
      Q1 2025 Q1 2024 $ variance % variance
    GPW 711,671   723,130   (11,458 ) (1.6% )
    Net insurance revenue(3) 172,711   153,054   19,657   12.8%  
             
    Underwriting income 29,862   29,359   503   1.7%  
    Net investment income 18,197   16,753   1,444   8.6%  
             
    Operating net income 34,170   33,188   982   3.0%  
    Net income 28,990   36,433   (7,443 ) (20.4% )
             
    Loss ratio(1) 31.5%   31.6%   n/a (0.1pts)
    Expense ratio(1) 51.2%   49.2%   n/a 2.0pts
    Combined ratio 82.7%   80.8%   n/a 1.9pts
             
    OEPS – diluted – in dollars 0.70   0.68   0.02   2.9%  
    EPS – diluted – in dollars 0.60   0.75   (0.15 ) (20.0% )
    BVPS – in dollars 17.16   13.89   3.27   23.5%  
    Debt-to-capital ratio(2) 10.7%   10.2%   n/a 0.5pts
    Operating ROE 18.4%   20.0%   n/a (1.6pts)
    ROE 15.0%   15.3%   n/a (0.3pts)

    Insurance Operations

    • Net insurance revenue of $172.7 million, increased by 12.8% compared to Q1 2024, reflecting growth in the business, driven by growth in our Primary Lines.
    • Underwriting income of $29.9 million, increased by 1.7% compared to Q1 2024 due to growth in the business and foreign exchange movement, offset by a higher Combined ratio.
    • The consolidated Combined ratio was 82.7% for the quarter reflecting a higher Loss ratio at Trisura Specialty offset by a shift in the business mix to Trisura Specialty which typically has a higher Expense ratio but a lower Loss ratio.

    Investments

    • Net investment income rose 8.6% in the quarter compared to Q1 2024. The portfolio benefited from growth in the business.

    Capital

    • The Minimum Capital Test ratio(6) of our regulated Canadian subsidiary was 273% as at March 31, 2025 (276% as at December 31, 2024), which comfortably exceeded regulatory requirements(7) of 150%.
    • As at December 31, 2024, the Risk-Based Capital(8) of the regulated US insurance companies were in excess of the various company action levels of the states in which they are licensed.
    • Consolidated debt-to-capital ratio of 10.7% as at March 31, 2025 is below our long-term target of 20.0%.

    Earnings Conference Call

    Trisura will host its First Quarter Earnings Conference Call to review financial results at 9:00a.m. ET on Friday, May 2nd, 2025.

    To listen to the call via live audio webcast, please follow the link below:

    https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/tzhsg4ir

    A replay of the call will be available through the link above.

    About Trisura Group

    Trisura Group Ltd. is a specialty insurance provider operating in the Surety, Warranty, Corporate Insurance, Program and Fronting business lines of the market. Trisura has investments in wholly owned subsidiaries through which it conducts insurance operations. Those operations are primarily in Canada and the United States. Trisura Group Ltd. is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “TSU”.

    Further information is available at http://www.trisura.com. Important information may be disseminated exclusively via the website. Investors should consult the site to access this information. Details regarding the operations of Trisura Group Ltd. are also set forth in regulatory filings. A copy of the filings may be obtained on Trisura Group’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

    For more information, please contact:

    Name: Bryan Sinclair

    Tel: 416 607 2135

    Email: bryan.sinclair@trisura.com

    Non-IFRS Financial Measures and other Financial Measures

    We report certain financial information using non-IFRS financial measures, non-IFRS ratios and supplementary financial measures that we use to measure and evaluate the performance of our business. Non-IFRS financial measures do not have standardized meanings prescribed by IFRS and may not be comparable to similar measures used by other companies in our industry. They are used by management and financial analysts to assess our performance.

    Further, they provide users with an enhanced understanding of our results and related trends and increase transparency and clarity into the core results of the business.

    These metrics are operating performance measures that highlight trends in our core business or are required ratios used to measure compliance with OSFI and other regulatory standards. Our Company also believes that securities analysts, investors and other interested parties use these operating metrics to compare our Company’s performance against others in the specialty insurance industry. Our Company’s management also uses these operating metrics and other financial measures in order to facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period. Such operating metrics and other financial measures should not be considered as the sole indicators of our performance and should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, analysis of our financial statements prepared in accordance with IFRS. For more information about these supplementary financial measures, Non-IFRS financial measures, and Non-IFRS ratios, including definitions and explanations of how these measures provide useful information, refer to Section 8 – Accounting and Disclosure matters in our Q1 2025 MD&A , which is available on our website at http://www.trisura.com and on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

    Table 1 – Reconciliation of Operating net income to reported Net income and OEPS: reflect Net income, adjusted for certain items to normalize earnings to core operations in order to reflect our North American specialty operations.

      Q1 2025 Q1 2024
    Operating net income 34,170   33,188  
    Impact of Exited lines 111    
    Loss from run-off program   (3,714 )
    Impact of movement in yield curve in Net insurance finance income (expenses) (3,569 ) 437  
    Impact of SBC 1,199   (2,923 )
    Net (gains) losses (4,547 ) 10,446  
    Tax impact of above items 1,626   (1,001 )
    Non-operating results, net of tax (5,180 ) 3,245  
    Net income 28,990   36,433  
         
    Operating net income 34,170   33,188  
    Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding – diluted
    (in thousands of shares)
    48,472   48,456  
    Operating EPS – diluted (in dollars) 0.70   0.68  


    Table 2 – Reconciliation of Insurance service result to Underwriting income – Consolidated

    Financial statements line item 1   2 3   4   5   6   7 MD&A line item
    For the three months ended March 31, 2025
    Insurance revenue 779,606   (601,048 )     (5,847 )   172,711   Net insurance revenue
    Insurance service expenses (585,213 ) 444,725   5,461 (10,649 ) (6,478 ) 5,736   3,569   (142,849 ) Sum of Net claims ($54,345) and Net expenses ($88,504)
    Net income (expenses) from reinsurance contracts assets (156,323 ) 156,323             n/a
    Insurance service result 38,070     5,461 (10,649 ) (6,478 ) (111 ) 3,569   29,862   Underwriting income
    For the three months ended March 31, 2024
    Insurance revenue 744,266   (594,773 )         3,561 153,054   Net insurance revenue
    Insurance service expenses (580,940 ) 466,895   5,345 (10,853 ) (3,858 )   (437 ) 153 (123,695 ) Sum of Net claims ($48,406) and Net expenses ($75,289)
    Net income (expenses) from reinsurance contracts assets (127,878 ) 127,878             n/a
    Insurance service result 35,448     5,345 (10,853 ) (3,858 )   (437 ) 3,714 29,359   Underwriting income
    Reconciling items in the table above:
    1 Net of reinsurance impact
    2 Other income
    3 Other operating expenses related to Trisura Specialty and Trisura US Programs
    4 Net insurance finance income (expenses)
    5 Impact of Exited lines
    6 Movement in yield curve in Net insurance finance income (expenses)
    7 Loss from run-off program


    Table 3 – ROE and Operating LTM ROE
    : a measure of the Company’s use of equity.

      Q1 2025 Q1 2024
    LTM net income 111,472   89,398  
    LTM average equity 742,056   583,798  
    ROE 15.0%   15.3%  
    Operating LTM net income 136,831   116,819  
    Operating LTM ROE 18.4%   20.0%  


    Table 4 – Reconciliation of Average equity
    (9)to LTM average equity: LTM average equity is used in calculating Operating ROE.

      Q1 2025
    Q1 2024
    Average equity 741,016   587,336  
    Adjustments: days in quarter proration 1,040   (3,538 )
    LTM average equity 742,056   583,798  


    Table 5 – Combined ratio – Consolidated:
    Combined ratio is used to evaluate underlying profitability relative to Net insurance revenue in a given period.

       Q1 2025 Q1 2024
    Net insurance revenue, as presented in Table 2 172,711   153,054  
    Net claims, as presented in Table 2 (54,345 ) (48,406 )
    Net expenses, as presented in Table 2 (88,504 ) (75,289 )
    Underwriting income 29,862   29,359  
         
    Loss ratio 31.5%   31.6%  
    Expense ratio 51.2%   49.2%  
    Combined ratio 82.7%   80.8%  


    Footnotes

    (1) These are non-IFRS ratios. Non-IFRS ratios are not standardized under the financial reporting framework used to prepare the financial statements of the Company to which the ratio relates and might not be comparable to similar ratios disclosed by other companies. See Section 8, Accounting and Disclosure matters in our Q1 2025 MD&A for details on composition, as well as each non-IFRS financial measure used as a component of the ratio, and an explanation of how it provides useful information to an investor.

    (2) This is a supplementary financial measure. See Section 8, Accounting and Disclosure matters in our Q1 2025 MD&A for details on composition and an explanation of how it provides useful information to an investor.

    (3) These are non-IFRS financial measures. Non-IFRS financial measures are not standardized financial measures under the financial reporting framework used to prepare the financial statements of the Company to which the measure relates and might not be comparable to similar financial measures disclosed by other companies. See Section 8, Accounting and Disclosure matters in our Q1 2025 MD&A for details on composition and an explanation of how it provides useful information to an investor.

    (4) See Section 8, Accounting and Disclosure matters in our Q1 2025 MD&A for the definition of Operating Net Income, and for further explanation of “core operations”.

    (5) Primary lines are lines of insurance business such as Surety, Corporate Insurance, and Warranty.

    (6) This measure is calculated in accordance with the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada’s (OSFI’s) Guideline A, Minimum Capital Test.

    (7) This target is in accordance with OSFI’s Guideline A-4, Regulatory Capital and Internal Capital Targets.

    (8) This measure is calculated in accordance with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, Risk Based Capital for Insurers Model Act.

    (9) Average equity is calculated as the sum of opening equity and closing equity over the last twelve months, divided by two.

    Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Information

    Note: This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian provincial securities laws and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking statements include statements that are predictive in nature, depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, include statements regarding operations, business, financial condition, expected financial results, performance, prospects, opportunities, priorities, targets, goals, ongoing objectives, strategies and outlook of our Company and its subsidiaries, as well as the outlook for North American and international economies for the current fiscal year and subsequent periods, and include words such as “expects,” “likely,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “seeks,” “intends,” “targets,” “projects,” “forecasts”, “potential” or negative versions thereof and other similar expressions, or future or conditional verbs such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “would” and “could”.

    Although we believe that our anticipated future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements and information are based upon reasonable assumptions and expectations, the reader should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and information because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond our control, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of our Company to differ materially from anticipated future results, performance or achievement expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and information.

    Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated or implied by forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: the impact or unanticipated impact of general economic, political and market factors in the countries in which we do business; the behaviour of financial markets, including fluctuations in interest and foreign exchange rates; global equity and capital markets and the availability of equity and debt financing and refinancing within these markets; insurance risks including pricing risk, concentration risk and exposure to large losses, and risks associated with estimates of loss reserves; strategic actions including dispositions; the ability to complete and effectively integrate acquisitions into existing operations and the ability to attain expected benefits; changes in accounting policies and methods used to report financial condition (including uncertainties associated with critical accounting assumptions and estimates); the ability to appropriately manage human capital; the effect of applying future accounting changes; business competition; operational and reputational risks; technological change; changes in government regulation and legislation within the countries in which we operate; governmental investigations; litigation; changes in tax laws; changes in capital requirements; changes in reinsurance arrangements and availability and cost of reinsurance; ability to collect amounts owed; catastrophic events, such as earthquakes, hurricanes or pandemics; the possible impact of international conflicts and other developments including terrorist acts and cyberterrorism; risks associated with reliance on distribution partners, capacity providers and program administrators; third party risks; risk that models used to manage the business do not function as expected; climate change risk; risk of economic downturn; risk of inflation; risks relating to cyber-security; risks relating to credit ratings; and other risks and factors detailed from time to time in our documents filed with securities regulators in Canada.

    We caution that the foregoing list of important factors that may affect future results is not exhaustive. When relying on our forward-looking statements and information, investors and others should carefully consider the foregoing factors and other uncertainties and potential events. Except as required by law, our Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements or information, whether written or oral, that may be as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

    Cautionary Non-IFRS and Other Financial Measures

    Reported results conform to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), in accordance with IFRS. In addition to reported results, our Company also presents certain financial measures, including non-IFRS financial measures that are historical, non-IFRS ratios, and supplementary financial measures, to assess results. Non-IFRS financial measures, such as operating net income, are utilized to assess the Company’s overall performance. To arrive at operating results, our Company adjusts for certain items to normalize earnings to core operations, in order to reflect our North American specialty operations. Non-IFRS ratios include a non-IFRS financial measure as one or more of its components. Examples of non-IFRS ratios include operating diluted earnings per share and operating ROE. The Company believes that non-IFRS financial measures and non-IFRS ratios provide the reader with an enhanced understanding of our results and related trends and increase transparency and clarity into the core results of the business. Non-IFRS financial measures and non-IFRS ratios are not standardized terms under IFRS and, therefore, may not be comparable to similar terms used by other companies. Supplementary financial measures depict the Company’s financial performance and position, and are explained in this document where they first appear, and incorporates information by reference to our Company’s current MD&A, for the three months ended March 31, 2025. To access MD&A, see Trisura’s website or SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. These measures are pursuant to National Instrument 52-112 Non-GAAP and Other Financial Measures Disclosure.

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  • MIL-OSI: iRhythm Launches Zio® Long-Term Continuous Monitoring Service in Japan as the Zio® ECG Recording and Analysis System, Advancing AI-Powered Arrhythmia Detection

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    • iRhythm Zio®Long-Term Continuous Monitoring (LTCM) system — commercially introduced in Japan as the Zio®ECG Recording and Analysis System — brings AI-powered, continuous, uninterrupted ECG monitoring for up to 14 days to Japan
    • Launch is timely amid a growing demand for early, accurate detection of arrhythmias in Japan, the second largest ambulatory cardiac monitoring market in the world, where the prevalence is expected to rise alongside an aging population1-3

    SAN FRANCISCO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iRhythm Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:IRTC) today announced the commercial launch in Japan of its Zio® long-term continuous ECG monitoring (LTCM) system, commercially introduced in this market as the Zio® ECG Recording and Analysis System. The system provides up to 14 days of continuous, uninterrupted ECG monitoring and leverages a deep-learned artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm approved by Japan’s Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) – and represents a significant advancement over other ambulatory cardiac monitoring options in Japan, including commonly used wired Holter monitors, which capture only 24 to 48 hours of data and other patch-based services that monitor only up to 7 days.

    “We are honored to introduce our AI-powered Zio ECG Recording and Analysis System that provides up to 14 days of continuous, uninterrupted cardiac monitoring to Japan, where we see a meaningful opportunity to help advance arrhythmia detection,” said Quentin Blackford, President and Chief Executive Officer of iRhythm. “Together with our trusted distribution partner, Senko Medical Instrument, we are committed to expanding access to advanced cardiac monitoring that supports clinical excellence and aligns with Japan’s dedication to high-quality, patient-centered care.”

    Advancing Arrhythmia Detection in Japan

    The Zio ECG Recording and Analysis System consists of a prescription-only, patch-based ECG monitoring device (Zio monitor, iRhythm’s latest-generation ECG patch), worn for up to 14 days, and the ZEUS (Zio ECG Utilization Software) system.

    The unique attributes of the Zio ECG Recording and Analysis System offer meaningful advantages for patients and clinicians:

    Zio monitor (Patch ECG Device): Improving Patient Monitoring Experience

    • The latest-generation patch ECG is thinner, lighter, and smaller—designed for comfortable, discreet wear, ease of use,4 and patient satisfaction5,6
    • Enables up to 14 days of continuous, uninterrupted ECG monitoring
    • Demonstrates 99% patient compliance with prescribed wear time6-8 and 99% analyzable data, delivering high-quality, actionable data6,10,11

    Zio Service (End-to-End Monitoring System): Combining Advanced AI with Human Expertise

    • PMDA-approved, deep-learned AI algorithm detects 13 arrhythmia types, as well as sinus rhythm and artifact, and is clinically proven to perform at the level of cardiologists11-14
    • End-of-wear reports are reviewed and validated by certified cardiographic technicians (CCTs), with 99% physician agreement6,8
    • Zio ECG Recording and Analysis System is associated with the highest diagnostic yield and lowest likelihood of retesting compared to other monitoring services, including other LTCMs and 24- to 48-hour duration Holter monitoring services6,8,15-20
    • In clinical settings, the Zio LTCM service may help reduce misinterpretation of ECG data and improve clinical efficiency12

    Zio® monitor by iRhythm Technologies,
    part of the Zio®ECG Recording and Analysis System

    “The Zio service represents a new step forward in how we monitor for arrhythmias in Japan,” said Dr. Kohei Yamashiro, Vice President and Director of the Heart Rhythm Center at Takatsuki General Hospital (Osaka Prefecture), the first hospital in Japan to introduce the Zio ECG Recording and Analysis System. “Its ease of use, extended monitoring period, and clear reporting provide important benefits for both patients and clinicians.”

    Clinically Proven Performance

    The clinical value of the Zio LTCM service has been demonstrated in a robust, growing body of clinical evidence. The Cardiac Ambulatory Monitor EvaLuation of Outcomes and Time to Events (CAMELOT) study, published in the American Heart Journal, found that Zio LTCM service was associated with the highest yield of specified arrhythmia diagnosis and the lowest likelihood of repeat testing compared to all other monitoring services.

    iRhythm’s comprehensive clinical evidence, encompassing more than 125 original research manuscripts21 and insights derived from over 2 billion hours of curated heartbeat data9 and more than 10 million patient reports posted since the company’s inception, underscore the company’s ongoing commitment to expanding evidence that supports improved patient outcomes.

    “The Zio long-term continuous monitoring service offers a clinically validated approach to arrhythmia detection by combining advanced AI with expert clinical review to support accurate and timely diagnoses,” said Dr. Mintu Turakhia, iRhythm Chief Medical Officer, Chief Scientific Officer, and EVP of Product Innovation. “As the need for effective long-term monitoring grows, we believe the introduction of Zio LTCM in Japan presents an opportunity to enhance patient care and support evolving clinical needs in cardiac monitoring—an impact also recognized by the Japanese Heart Rhythm Society.”

    Cardiac Arrhythmias and Prevalence in Japan

    A cardiac arrhythmia is a condition in which the heart beats too quickly, too slowly, or irregularly due to abnormal electrical impulses. If undetected and untreated, some arrhythmias can damage the heart, brain, or other organs and lead to an increased risk of stroke and death.22-24

    These potential complications make accurate, timely arrhythmia detection and diagnosis critical to improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

    The prevalence of cardiac arrhythmias continues to rise globally, and Japan is the second largest ambulatory cardiac monitoring market in the world with an estimated 1.6 million tests prescribed annually. This number is expected to continue to increase based on stroke and cardiovascular disease burden in Japan’s aging population.1-3

    Availability in Japan
    Zio® ECG Recording and Analysis System will be available to healthcare customers beginning May 2025, with nationwide availability anticipated by July 2025, through Senko Medical Instrument, iRhythm’s exclusive distribution partner in Japan.

    Outside of Japan, iRhythm offers its Zio® portfolio of cardiac monitoring solutions in Austria, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, the United States, and the UK – and remains dedicated to bringing access to its advanced cardiac monitoring to even more patients, clinicians and healthcare systems around the world.

    About iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
    iRhythm is a leading digital health care company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all. To learn more about iRhythm and the Zio® LTCM service in Japan, please visit irhythmtech.com/jp/ja. For additional information about iRhythm, please visit its corporate website at irhythmtech.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements 
    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. An investor can identify these statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. They use words such as ‘anticipate’, ‘estimate’, ‘expect’, ‘intend’, ‘will’, ‘project’, ‘plan’, ‘believe’, ‘target’ and other words and terms of similar meaning in connection with any discussion of future actions or operating or financial performance.  In particular, these include statements regarding the Japanese market opportunity, our ability to penetrate the Japanese market, and expansion of patient access to our products and services in Japan. Such statements are based on current assumptions that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially. These risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, include risks described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in our filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those on the Form 10-Q expected to be filed on or about May 1, 2025. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and should not be unduly relied upon. iRhythm disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements. 

    Media Contact
    Kassandra Perry
    irhythm@highwirepr.com

    Investor Contact
    Stephanie Zhadkevich
    investors@irhythmtech.com

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    Footnotes

    1. Irie S, Tada H. The Relationship between Holter Electrocardiography and Atrial Fibrillation Diagnosis Using Real-World Data in Japan. Int Heart J. 2023;64(2):178-187.
    2. Matsuda S. Health Policy in Japan – Current Situation and Future Challenges. JMA Journal, 2019.
    3. Annual Pharmaceutical Production Statistics, Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare (“MHLW”).
    4. Data on file. iRhythm Technologies, 2023.
    5. Zio monitor Instructions for Use. iRhythm Technologies, 2023.
    6. Based on US data.
    7. Data on file. iRhythm Technologies, 2022.
    8. Zio service provides continuous, uninterrupted recording and a comprehensive end-of-wear report.
    9. Data on file. iRhythm Technologies, 2024.
    10. Analyzable time is based off median values for a 14-day prescription
    11. Data on file. iRhythm Technologies, 2020.
    12. Hannun et al. Cardiologist-level arrhythmia detection and classification in ambulatory electrocardiograms using a deep neural network. Nat Med. 2019;25:65-69. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-018-0268-3
    13. Deep learned algorithm is only available in the United States, European Union, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and Japan.
    14. FDA 510K clearance, CE mark, UKCA mark, and PMDA-approval.
    15. Reynolds et al. Comparative effectiveness and healthcare utilization for ambulatory cardiac monitoring strategies in Medicare beneficiaries. Am Heart J. 2024;269:25–34. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ahj.2023.12.002
    16. Diagnostic yield was assessed based upon the evaluation of specified arrhythmias, which refer to an arrhythmia encounter diagnosis as per Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) 96.
    17. Based on previous generation Zio XT device data. Zio monitor utilizes the same operating principles and ECG algorithm. Additional data on file.
    18. Zio LTCM service refers to Zio XT and Zio monitor service.
    19. Contraindications: Do not use the Zio monitor for critical care patients or for patients with symptomatic episodes where instance variations in cardiac performance could result in immediate danger to the patients or when real-time or in-patient monitoring should be prescribed. (Refer to the Zio monitor Instructions for Use for the full list of contraindications)
    20. Zio monitor and ZEUS are Japan PMDA approved.
    21. Data on file. iRhythm Technologies, 2025.
    22. Ataklte et al. Meta-analysis of ventricular premature complexes and their relation to cardiac mortality in general populations. The American Journal of Cardiology. 2013;112(8):1263-1270. doi:10.1016/j.amjcard.2013.05.065
    23. Lin et al. Long-term outcome of non-sustained ventricular tachycardia in structurally normal hearts. PLOS ONE. 2016;11(8). doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0160181
    24. Wolf et al. Atrial fibrillation as an independent risk factor for stroke: The Framingham Study. Stroke. 1991;22(8):983-988. doi:10.1161/01.str.22.8.983

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  • MIL-OSI: Sprott Announces Date for 2025 First Quarter Results Webcast

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sprott Inc. (NYSE:SII) (TSX:SII) (“Sprott”) announced today that it plans to release its 2025 first quarter results at 7:00 a.m. on May 7, 2025. Sprott will host an earnings webcast that morning at 10:00 a.m. to discuss the results. Sprott CEO, Whitney George, together with Sprott CFO, Kevin Hibbert and Sprott Asset Management CEO, John Ciampaglia, will host the webcast, which can be accessed as outlined below.

    PLEASE NOTE: Research analysts who cover the company should register at: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIa4daf41d0475486f809eb3c63ce3096d

    Pre-registration is now open.

    About Sprott
    Sprott is a global asset manager focused on precious metals and critical materials investments. We are specialists. We believe our in-depth knowledge, experience and relationships separate us from the generalists. Our investment strategies include Exchange Listed Products, Managed Equities and Private Strategies. Sprott has offices in Toronto, New York, Connecticut and California. The company’s common shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol (SII). For more information, please visit www.sprott.com.

    Investor contact information: (416) 943-4394 or ir@sprott.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: Codere Online Files 2023 Annual Report on Form 20-F and to Release Q1-25 Earnings on May 16th

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Luxembourg, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, May 1, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. (Nasdaq: CDRO / CDROW) (the “Company” or “Codere Online”), a leading online gaming operator in Spain and Latin America, today announced that it has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) its annual report on form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2023 (the “2023 20-F”) within the extension period granted by the Nasdaq Hearings Panel.

    Following this positive development, the Company expects to release its first quarter 2025 results prior to 8:30AM US Eastern Time on May 16, 2025. At 8:30AM US Eastern Time on the same day, Codere Online’s management will host a conference call to discuss the results and provide a business update.

    The Company’s earnings press release and related materials will be available on Codere Online’s website at www.codereonline.com. Dial-in details for the conference call as well as the audio webcast registration link are accessible in the Events & Presentations section of the same website. A recording of the webcast will be available following the conference call.

    A copy of the 2023 20-F is available in the SEC Filings section of the Company’s website: www.codereonline.com/financials-and-filings.

    In order to minimize the environmental impact of its annual report by reducing paper consumption, the Company encourages its shareholders to read it in digital format. However, Company shareholders willing to receive a hard copy of this document, which contains the Company’s audited financial statements, may do so, free of charge, upon request addressed to ir@codereonline.com.

    About Codere Online

    Codere Online refers, collectively, to Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. and its subsidiaries. Codere Online launched in 2014 as part of the renowned casino operator Codere Group. Codere Online offers online sports betting and online casino through its state-of-the art website and mobile applications. Codere currently operates in its core markets of Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Panama and Argentina. Codere Online’s online business is complemented by Codere Group’s physical presence throughout Latin America, forming the foundation of the leading omnichannel gaming and casino presence.

    Forward-Looking Statements
    Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company or its management team’s expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future, including the Company’s statements related to the Company’s ability to regain compliance with the Rule.

    These forward-looking statements are based on information available as of the date of this document and current expectations, forecasts and assumptions, and involve a number of judgments, risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing the Company’s or its management team’s views as of any subsequent date, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.

    As a result of a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, the Company’s actual results or performance may be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that the Company does not presently know or that the Company currently believes are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning certain of these and other risk factors is contained in Codere Online’s filings with the SEC. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements concerning Codere Online or other matters attributable to Codere Online or any person acting on their behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above.

    Contacts:

    Investors and Media
    Guillermo Lancha
    Director, Investor Relations and Communications
    Guillermo.Lancha@codereonline.com
    (+34) 628.928.152

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