Category: GlobeNewswire

  • MIL-OSI: Gabelli Global Small and Mid Cap Value Trust Declares First Quarter Distribution of $0.16 Per Share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RYE, N.Y., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Trustees of The Gabelli Global Small and Mid Cap Value Trust (NYSE:GGZ) (the “Fund”) declared a $0.16 per share cash distribution payable on March 24, 2025 to common shareholders of record on March 17, 2025.

    The Fund intends to pay a quarterly distribution of an amount determined each quarter by the Board of Trustees. In addition to the quarterly distributions, and in accordance with the minimum distribution requirements of the Internal Revenue Code for regulated investment companies, the Fund may pay an adjusting distribution in December which includes any additional income and net realized capital gains in excess of the quarterly distributions for that year.

    Each quarter, the Board of Directors reviews the amount of any potential distribution from the income, realized capital gain, or capital available. The Board of Directors will continue to monitor the Fund’s distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund’s net asset value and the current financial market environment. The Fund’s distribution policy is subject to modification by the Board of Directors at any time, and there can be no guarantee that the policy will continue. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

    All or part of the distribution may be treated as long-term capital gain or qualified dividend income (or a combination of both) for individuals, each subject to the maximum federal income tax rate for long term capital gains, which is currently 20% in taxable accounts for individuals (or less depending on an individual’s tax bracket). In addition, certain U.S. shareholders who are individuals, estates or trusts and whose income exceeds certain thresholds will be required to pay a 3.8% Medicare surcharge on their “net investment income”, which includes dividends received from the Fund and capital gains from the sale or other disposition of shares of the Fund.

    If the Fund does not generate sufficient earnings (dividends and interest income, less expenses, and realized net capital gain) equal to or in excess of the aggregate distributions paid by the Fund in a given year, then the amount distributed in excess of the Fund’s earnings would be deemed a return of capital. Since this would be considered a return of a portion of a shareholder’s original investment, it is generally not taxable and would be treated as a reduction in the shareholder’s cost basis.

    Long-term capital gains, qualified dividend income, investment company taxable income, and return of capital, if any, will be allocated on a pro-rata basis to all distributions to common shareholders for the year. Based on the accounting records of the Fund currently available, the current distribution paid to common shareholders in 2025 would be deemed 100% from paid-in capital on a book basis. This does not represent information for tax reporting purposes. The estimated components of each distribution are updated and provided to shareholders of record in a notice accompanying the distribution and are available on our website (www.gabelli.com). The final determination of the sources of all distributions in 2025 will be made after year end and can vary from the quarterly estimates. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution. All individual shareholders with taxable accounts will receive written notification regarding the components and tax treatment for all 2025 distributions in early 2026 via Form 1099-DIV.

    Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. For more information regarding the Fund’s distribution policy and other information about the Fund, call:

    Bethany Uhlein
    (914) 921-5546

    About The Gabelli Global Small and Mid Cap Value Trust
    The Gabelli Global Small and Mid Cap Value Trust is a diversified, closed-end management investment company with $136 million in total net assets whose primary investment objective is to achieve long-term capital growth of capital. Under normal market conditions, the Fund will invest at least 80% of its total assets in equity securities (such as common stock and preferred stock) of companies with small or medium sized market capitalizations. The Fund is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC, a subsidiary of GAMCO Investors, Inc. (OTCQX: GAMI).

    NYSE – GGZ
    CUSIP – 36249W104

    Investor Relations Contact:
    Bethany Uhlein
    (914) 921-5546
    buhlein@gabelli.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Huntzinger Management Group Welcomes Industry Leader Jon P. Burns as Advisor

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DUNMORE, Pa., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Huntzinger Management Group is thrilled to announce that accomplished healthcare IT and operations executive Jon P. Burns has joined the organization as an advisor. His decades of expertise, leadership, and transformative impact in healthcare technology and operations will further strengthen Huntzinger’s ability to deliver strategic insights and value-driven solutions to clients.

    “We are beyond excited to welcome Jon to the Huntzinger team,” said Robert Kitts, CEO and Founding Partner at Huntzinger. “His vast industry experience, innovative leadership, and ability to drive meaningful change in healthcare IT and operations align perfectly with our mission to empower organizations with expert-driven solutions.”

    About Jon P. Burns

    With an impressive career extending 48 years in healthcare leadership, Jon Burns has held senior executive roles at leading institutions, including Geisinger, UNC Hospitals, Cleveland Clinic, and the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS). As UMMS’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) and later Chief Administrative Officer, he spearheaded the integration of IT and other operations across the medical system, executed a single enterprise-wide EMR, and co-developed iHarbor, an innovation center that generated marketable healthcare technology products. His expertise in operations, healthcare technology, and strategy has earned him national recognition, including being consistently named among Becker’s Health Care’s Top CIOs.

    Huntzinger is honored to have Jon as part of its growing team of industry-leading advisors. His experience and leadership will further enhance Huntzinger’s ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions, drive healthcare transformation, and optimize IT performance for clients nationwide.

    For more information about Huntzinger and its services, visit https://huntzingergroup.com

    ABOUT HUNTZINGER MANAGEMENT GROUP
    Huntzinger Management Group provides expert healthcare advisory and managed services, delivering actionable solutions that enhance performance, manage risk, and drive results. Recognized as a “Best in KLAS” organization, Huntzinger is committed to excellence in healthcare IT leadership. With a team of seasoned healthcare professionals, Huntzinger sets the standard in HIT leadership. For more information, please visit https://huntzingergroup.com/

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  • MIL-OSI: Key Tronic Corporation Executes New Lease to Expand Domestic Operations In Arkansas

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Key Tronic Corporation, a provider of electronic manufacturing services (EMS), is expanding its clean-tech manufacturing operations in Arkansas, establishing its flagship manufacturing and research and development location in Springdale. The company anticipates investing more than $28 million in the new facility and expects to create over 400 new jobs in the next five years.

    “We are pleased to announce the expansion of our U.S. manufacturing operations in Northwest Arkansas. Our new center of excellence in Springdale will provide both our employees and customers with cutting-edge technology and the increased capacity necessary to accommodate expected growth,” said Brett Larsen, CEO of Key Tronic. “We are committed to continuously investing in our capabilities and attracting innovative talent. Our people are our most valuable asset, and we are delighted to enhance our operations in a region where we have maintained a longstanding presence and a strong team and can benefit from a business-friendly environment.”

    “When we invest in education and our workforce, we can attract companies like Key Tronic and ensure they have the skilled workforce they need. Arkansas LEARNS and ACCESS are laser-focused on that issue and help attract announcements like this one, which mean $28 million and nearly 400 jobs for Springdale,” said Governor Sanders.

    Key Tronic will be shifting its existing Arkansas operations to a new larger facility in Springdale, located at 601 W Apple Blossom Avenue later in 2025, increasing its total U.S. production capacity by approximately 40 percent.

    “Crossland purchased the land in 2021 with a vision to build a modern, best-in-class facility, and we are grateful that Key Tronic has chosen this location to call home. This building is part of a larger business park, representing an investment of over $100 million in the Springdale community,” said Director of Real Estate Mattie Crossland. “Our goal is to provide spaces that allow our tenants to run their businesses efficiently while also contributing to the growth and future of the community.”

    Crossland Realty Group developed the 300,000-square-foot building shell in late 2023, with Crossland Construction completing Key Tronic’s tenant improvements, slated for completion in Q3 2025.

    “Key Tronic has a long history of manufacturing electronics in Arkansas, and we are proud that the company has decided to expand their presence and increase production capacity in our state,” said Clint O’Neal, Executive Director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. “Congratulations to the Key Tronic team and to the City of Springdale on this major economic development win.”

    “Key Tronic’s decision to relocate to Springdale is a strong endorsement of our city’s talented workforce, thriving economy, and commitment to fostering business success,” said Springdale Mayor Doug Sprouse. “This investment brings significant job opportunities to our community, further strengthening Springdale’s reputation as a prime destination for industry and innovation. We proudly welcome Key Tronic and look forward to their future growth here.”

    “This exciting announcement would not have been possible without the leadership of Governor Sanders and the unwavering support of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission,” said Bill Rogers, president and CEO of the Springdale Chamber of Commerce. “Thanks to our regional partners and the proactive efforts of Mayor Sprouse’s administration, we were able to roll out the red carpet for Key Tronic. We are thrilled to welcome them to Springdale and look forward to supporting their success in our community.”

    “Key Tronic’s reinvestment in Northwest Arkansas highlights our region’s strong workforce and pro-growth environment,” said Nelson Peacock, president and CEO of the Northwest Arkansas Council. “As a leader in electronics manufacturing, their expansion strengthens our economy, retains quality jobs and creates new opportunities—reinforcing our position as a top destination for business and innovation.”

    About Key Tronic
    Founded in 1969, Key Tronic is a leading contract manufacturer offering value-added design and manufacturing services from its facilities in the United States, Mexico, China and Vietnam. The Company provides its customers with full engineering services, materials management, worldwide manufacturing facilities, assembly services, in-house testing, and worldwide distribution. Its customers include some of the world’s leading original equipment manufacturers. Key Tronic has operated in Arkansas since 1985.

    For more information about Key Tronic visit: www.keytronic.com.

    About Crossland Construction Company
    Crossland is a top-ranked construction firm offering a wide range of services through its family of companies. Crossland Construction provides general contracting, construction management, and much more. Crossland Realty, a division of Crossland Construction, offers complete real estate services, guiding clients through location scouting, planning, development, construction, and leasing. Crossland is dedicated to Building So Much More for its clients and the communities they serve. Learn more: www.crossland.com

    About the Arkansas Economic Development Commission
    At AEDC, we know economic advancement doesn’t happen by accident. We work strategically with businesses and communities to create strong economic opportunities, making Arkansas the natural choice for success. AEDC is a division of the Arkansas Department of Commerce. To learn more, visit ArkansasEDC.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements
    Some of the statements in this press release are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including Key Tronic’s opportunities and its partnership, the potential success of Key Tronic and the customer, and related revenues. Forward-looking statements include all passages containing verbs such as aims, anticipates, believes, estimates, expects, hopes, intends, plans, predicts, projects or targets or nouns corresponding to such verbs.  Forward-looking statements also include other passages that are primarily relevant to expected future events or revenue or that can only be fully evaluated by events that will occur in the future.  There are many factors, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted or projected in forward-looking statements, including but not limited to: the success and timing of our expansion plans; the success and timing of ramping; availability and timing and receipt of critical parts or components; demand from customers and sales channels; the future of the global economic environment and its impact on our customers and suppliers; the availability of a healthy workforce; the accuracy of suppliers’ and customers’ forecasts; development and success of customers’ programs and products; success of new-product introductions; the risk of legal proceedings or governmental investigations relating to the previously reported financial statement restatements and related material weaknesses, the May 2024 cybersecurity incident and the subject of the internal investigation by the Company’s Audit Committee and related or other unrelated matters; acquisitions or divestitures of operations or facilities; technology advances; changes in pricing policies by the Company, its competitors, customers or suppliers; impact of new governmental legislation and regulation, including tax reform, tariffs and related activities, such trade negotiations and other risks; and other factors, risks, and uncertainties detailed from time to time in the Company’s SEC filings.

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    CONTACTS:   Anthony G. Voorhees   Michael Newman
        Chief Financial Officer   Investor Relations
        Key Tronic Corporation   StreetConnect
        (509) 927-5345   (206) 729-3625

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  • MIL-OSI: iink Appoints Scott Fleszar as Chief Executive Officer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iink, a leading provider of technology to streamline the property damage insurance claims process and support faster payments to contractors, property owners, and claim professionals, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Fleszar as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Fleszar brings extensive experience and a proven track record of scaling businesses, driving operational excellence, and cultivating customer-centric innovation in high growth technology companies.

    Mr. Fleszar succeeds Tom McGrath who will transition to the role of Chief Product Officer and lead iink’s product innovation efforts. “Tom has been a tremendous steward of the iink business, and this planned transition will ensure that Tom’s deep industry expertise and experience leading product teams will continue to support our ambitious platform innovation agenda and customer-focused product roadmap,” said Mr. Fleszar. Mr. McGrath will also lead iink’s partnerships strategy aimed at building more automation and connectivity across the insurance payments ecosystem.

    “I am excited to work closely with Tom as we continue to enhance iink platform’s capabilities and extend our reach through partnerships to offer customers more convenience, transparency, and speed in claims processing and payments.” Mr. Fleszar added.

    iink recently launched powerful new platform capabilities, including a proprietary digital wallet that enables instant, wallet-to-wallet payments, even on weekends. “We are just getting started with our vision for revolutionizing claims processing and payments,” said Mr. McGrath. “This is an exciting time for iink. Scott’s experience leading high-growth technology businesses will help propel us into our next phase of expansion and strengthen our market leadership.”   

    Mr. Fleszar most recently served as CEO of SafeSend, a market leader in automation and client collaboration technology for accounting firms. During his tenure, the company experienced transformational growth, with revenues increasing eightfold, annual margin improvements, and customer NPS scores rising into the 60s—a testament to strong customer satisfaction. Under his leadership, SafeSend cultivated an award-winning, high-performance culture, marked by exceptional employee engagement, low turnover, and a commitment to innovation, positioning the company as a standout employer in the fintech and automation space.

    “I am thrilled to join iink at such a pivotal time in its journey,” said Mr. Fleszar. “Leading a passionate and talented team, backed by an engaged investor group, is truly an honor. iink has established itself as a pioneer in insurance payments, and I look forward to accelerating our growth, expanding our product offerings, and delivering even greater value to customers and partners.” Under Mr. Fleszar’s leadership, iink will focus on advancing its technology platform, securing key strategic partnerships, and expanding its Sales and Marketing efforts. His vision reinforces iink’s mission to simplify claims payments, empower policyholders, and drive efficiency across the insurance ecosystem.

    “Scott’s extensive experience and leadership make him the ideal person to guide iink into its next chapter,” said King Goh of Headline Venture Capital, Chairman of the Board at iink. “We are confident that his strategic vision and passion for innovation will propel iink to new heights and further strengthen our position as an industry leader.”

    Mr. Fleszar’s appointment follows the recent addition of Tina Hsiao to iink’s Board of Directors. Hsiao brings deep expertise in payments, having led WePay through a Series B funding round to a successful acquisition by JP Morgan Chase.

    The appointments of Mr. Fleszar and Ms. Hsiao come at a pivotal moment for iink as the company pursues rapid expansion of its platform capabilities, target customer segments, and vendor partners.

    About iink

    iink, Corp develops and operates a homeowner’s claims and endorsements management platform. The company provides document review, insurance claims, mortgages, insurance payments, endorsement package submission, and insurance services. Its platform also allows its users to access property insurance payments for restoration professionals and enables payees to endorse and disburse funds electronically.

    For more information about iink, please visit https://iink.com/.

    Media Contact:

    iink Media Relations

    media@iink.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Unifying Cybersecurity and IT Management: USX Cyber Unveils the Next Evolution of GUARDIENT XDR

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VIENNA, Va., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — USX Cyber, a leader in AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, today announced the latest evolution of its flagship GUARDIENT™ XDR platform—now integrating advanced Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) capabilities. This powerful upgrade transforms GUARDIENT into a comprehensive cybersecurity and IT management platform, enabling businesses to detect, respond, and remediate threats—all within a single solution.

    A Unified Approach to Security and IT Management

    Traditional cybersecurity solutions focus on detection and response, often leaving IT teams struggling with remediation and ongoing system management. With GUARDIENT XDR’s latest enhancements, security and IT operations converge into a unified solution, providing:

    • Comprehensive Remote Access – Secure, real-time remote access to any endpoint, enabling IT teams to troubleshoot and respond to incidents instantly.
    • Automated Patch & Software Management – Ensuring all endpoints stay updated with the latest security patches and software versions, reducing vulnerabilities.
    • Live System Monitoring & Health Checks – Continuous system diagnostics, tracking CPU usage, memory consumption, and disk health to proactively address performance issues.
    • Policy Enforcement & Compliance Management – Centralized security policy enforcement, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
    • Real-Time Threat Response & Remediation – Instant security actions such as isolating compromised systems, terminating malicious processes, and executing remote security scripts.

    Why This Matters

    Cyber threats are evolving at an unprecedented rate, and organizations can no longer afford to have siloed security and IT management. By integrating RMM capabilities, GUARDIENT XDR enables IT and security teams to work in unison—eliminating inefficiencies, reducing downtime, and significantly improving response times.

    Unlike conventional cybersecurity platforms that rely on third-party tools for remediation, GUARDIENT XDR’s built-in capabilities provide:

    • Faster incident resolution with direct endpoint access for immediate forensic analysis and remediation.
    • Reduced operational overhead by automating system maintenance and security enforcement.
    • Enhanced IT visibility with a single pane of glass to monitor and secure all managed endpoints.

    Setting a New Standard for Cybersecurity Excellence

    Many organizations struggle to balance robust security with efficient IT management. GUARDIENT XDR’s advanced integration closes this gap, delivering an intelligent, automated, and proactive defense system that strengthens security postures while empowering IT teams to maintain optimal system health and compliance—without unnecessary complexity.

    “With GUARDIENT XDR’s latest advancements, we’re redefining what cybersecurity means for businesses and MSPs. It’s no longer just about detecting threats—it’s about eliminating them, automating IT management, and streamlining operations in a way no other platform can. This evolution cements GUARDIENT XDR as the most complete security and IT management solution on the market.”

    – Cole McKinley, Chief Technology Officer, USX Cyber

    About USX Cyber

    USX Cyber is at the forefront of AI-powered cybersecurity innovation, delivering cutting-edge threat detection and response solutions tailored for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), small to mid-sized businesses, and enterprises. Our flagship GUARDIENT XDR platform consolidates security operations, enhances threat visibility, and automates incident response—helping businesses stay secure, compliant, and ahead of evolving cyber threats.

    For more information about USX Cyber and our solutions, visit www.usxcyber.com.

    Media Inquiries

    Rod Volz
    Chief Growth Officer, USX Cyber
    Email: rod@usxcyber.com
    Phone: (703) 244-3892

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  • MIL-OSI: Moonacy Protocol Has Added Xrp to Its Ecosystem

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    London, UK, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — XRP, the cryptocurrency created by Ripple Labs, has been experiencing a lot of growth lately. Rumors of ETF approval, endorsements from celebrities like Donald Trump, and attention from the U.S. government have made XRP an increasingly attractive asset for investors. As a result, many companies are actively adopting XRP, which is certainly impacting its growth and popularity.

    Moonacy Protocol, a platform that allows you to invest in liquidity pools and earn from exchanges, has also added XRP to its ecosystem. Users of the platform can now deposit, withdraw and exchange XRP with maximum convenience.
    This decision opens up new horizons for Moonacy Protocol users, allowing them to work with an asset that is rapidly gaining popularity. The addition of XRP to the platform significantly increases the number of liquidity pools, thereby opening up many new trading pairs for exchange. This empowers investors and allows them to better capitalize on current market trends, increasing overall liquidity on the platform.

    Moonacy Protocol continues to evolve and improve its ecosystem by adding new cryptocurrencies and expanding functionality for investors. With the launch of XRP, the platform opens up new opportunities for its users, making their experience even more profitable and convenient.

    Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment advice, financial advice, or trading advice. It is strongly recommended you practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial advisor, before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities.

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  • MIL-OSI: Gabelli Healthcare & WellnessRx Trust Declares First Quarter Distribution of $0.15 Per Share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RYE, N.Y., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Trustees of The Gabelli Healthcare & WellnessRx Trust (NYSE:GRX) (the “Fund”) declared a $0.15 per share cash distribution payable on March 24, 2025 to common shareholders of record on March 17, 2025.

    The Fund intends to pay a quarterly distribution of an amount determined each quarter by the Board of Trustees. In addition to the quarterly distributions, and in accordance with the minimum distribution requirements of the Internal Revenue Code for regulated investment companies, the Fund may pay an adjusting distribution in December which includes any additional income and net realized capital gains in excess of the quarterly distributions for that year.

    Each quarter, the Board of Trustees reviews the amount of any potential distribution and the income, realized capital gain, or capital available. The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund’s distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund’s net asset value and the current financial market environment. The Fund’s distribution policy is subject to modification or termination by the Board of Trustees at any time, and there can be no guarantee that the policy will continue. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

    All or part of the distribution may be treated as long-term capital gain or qualified dividend income (or a combination of both) for individuals, each subject up to the maximum federal income tax rate for long term capital gains, which is currently 20% in taxable accounts for individuals (or less depending on an individual’s tax bracket). In addition, certain U.S. shareholders who are individuals, estates or trusts and whose income exceeds certain thresholds will be required to pay a 3.8% Medicare surcharge on their “net investment income”, which includes dividends received from the Fund and capital gains from the sale or other disposition of shares of the Fund.

    If the Fund does not generate sufficient earnings (dividends and interest income, less expenses, and realized net capital gain) equal to or in excess of the aggregate distributions paid by the Fund in a given year, then the amount distributed in excess of the Fund’s earnings would be deemed a return of capital. Since this would be considered a return of a portion of a shareholder’s original investment, it is generally not taxable and would be treated as a reduction in the shareholder’s cost basis.

    Long-term capital gains, qualified dividend income, investment company taxable income, and return of capital, if any, will be allocated on a pro-rata basis to all distributions to common shareholders for the year. Based on the accounting records of the Fund currently available, the current distribution paid to common shareholders in 2025 would include approximately 1% from net investment income, 4% from net capital gains and 95% would be deemed a return of capital on a book basis. This does not represent information for tax reporting purposes. The estimated components of each distribution are updated and provided to shareholders of record in a notice accompanying the distribution and are available on our website (www.gabelli.com). The final determination of the sources of all distributions in 2025 will be made after year end and can vary from the quarterly estimates. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution. All individual shareholders with taxable accounts will receive written notification regarding the components and tax treatment for all 2025 distributions in early 2026 via Form 1099-DIV.

    Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. For more information regarding the Fund’s distribution policy and other information about the Fund, call:

    Bethany Uhlein
    (914) 921-5546

    About The Gabelli Healthcare & WellnessRxTrust
    The Gabelli Healthcare & WellnessRx Trust is a diversified, closed-end management investment company with $228 million in total net assets whose primary investment objective is long-term growth of capital. The Fund is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC, a subsidiary of GAMCO Investors, Inc. (OTCQX: GAMI).

    NYSE: GRX
    CUSIP – 36246K103

    Investor Relations Contact:
    Bethany Uhlein
    914.921.5546
    buhlein@gabelli.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Euronext publishes Q4 and full year 2024 results

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Euronext publishes Q4 and full year 2024 results

    Euronext delivered double-digit revenue growth in 2024 thanks to its diversified revenue profile and confirms the achievement of its 2024 targets. Euronext reached record adjusted EPS in 2024 through cost discipline and strategic capital allocation. 2025 will be a year of investment for innovation and growth.

    Amsterdam, Brussels, Dublin, Lisbon, Milan, Oslo and Paris – 13 February 2025 – Euronext, the leading European capital market infrastructure, today publishes its results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024.

    • Full year 2024 revenue and income was up +10.3% at €1,626.9 million:
      • Non-volume related revenue and income represented 58% of total revenue and income (compared to 60% in 2023) and covered 153% of underlying operating expenses, excluding D&A0F1 (vs. 145% in 2023):
        • Custody and Settlement revenue grew to €270.5 million (+8.7%), driven by higher assets under custody, dynamic settlement activity and strong growth of value-added services;
        • Advanced Data Services revenue grew to €241.7 million (+7.5%), driven by continued demand for fixed income trading data, power trading data and dynamic retail usage. Revenue was supported by the acquisition of GRSS, a leading provider of services to benchmark administrators;
        • Listing revenue grew to €231.9 million (+5.1%), despite headwinds from the NOK1F2 depreciation. This reflects the continued strong performance of corporate solutions and resilient listing revenue. With 53 new equity listings and over 14,700 new bond listings in 2024, Euronext confirms its leading European position in equity listing and its worldwide leadership in debt listing;
        • Technology Solutions reported €106.2 million of revenue (-3.4%), reflecting the termination of Borsa Italiana legacy services in March 2024 following the migration to Optiq®.
    • Trading revenue grew to €559.4 million (+14.2%), driven by record results in fixed income, FX and power trading and solid growth in cash trading revenue;
    • Clearing revenue grew to €144.3 million (+19.0%), powered by the European expansion of Euronext Clearing, dynamic fixed income activity and the strong performance of commodities clearing. Net treasury income was at €56.8 million (+21.8%).
    • Underlying operating expenses excluding D&A1were in line with the revised guidance of €620 million, at €620.5 million (+1.7% compared to 2023). Cost discipline, synergies, and positive one-off items partly offset growth investments and acquisition impacts.
    • Adjusted EBITDA1was €1,006.4 million (+16.4%) and adjusted EBITDA margin was 61.9% (+3.3pts).
    • Adjusted net income1was €682.5 million (+16.7%) and adjusted EPS was €6.59 (+19.6%).
    • Reported net income was €585.6 million (+14.0%), despite the negative comparison base related to the €41.6 million capital gain received in 2023 for the disposal of Euronext’s 11.1% stake in LCH SA.
    • Net debt to EBITDA2F3was at 1.4x at the end of December 2024, within Euronext’s target range. Euronext’s S&P rating was upgraded to ‘A-, Stable Outlook’ in February 2025.
    • Achievement of 2024 financial targets is confirmed. Euronext revenue reached +4.7% CAGR2020PF-2024, above the +3% to +4% targeted. Euronext attained an adjusted EBITDA growth of +6.4% CAGR2020PF-2024, above the +5% to +6% targeted.
    • Key figures for full year 2024:
    In €m, unless stated otherwise 2024 2023 % var % var l-f-l3F4
    Revenue and income 1,626.9 1,474.7 +10.3% +10.0%
    Underlying operational expenses excluding D&A2 (620.5) (610.0) +1.7% +1.0%
    Adjusted EBITDA 1,006.4 864.7 +16.4% +16.3%
    Adjusted EBITDA margin 61.9% 58.6% +3.3pts +3.4pts
    Net income, share of the parent company shareholders 585.6 513.6 +14.0%  
    Adjusted net income, share of the parent company shareholders 682.5 584.7 +16.7%  
    Adjusted EPS (basic, in €) (share count differs between the two periods4F5) 6.59 5.51 +19.6%  
    Reported EPS (basic, in €) (share count differs between the two periods) 5.65 4.84 +16.7%  
    Adjusted EPS (diluted, in €) (share count differs between the two periods) 6.56 5.50 +19.3%  
    Reported EPS (diluted, in €) (share count differs between the two periods) 5.63 4.83 +16.6%  
    • Dividend proposal to the 2025 Annual General Meeting

    A dividend of €292.8 million will be proposed to the Annual General Meeting on 15 May 2025. This represents 50% of 2024 reported net income, in line with Euronext’s dividend policy. This dividend represents an increase of +14.0% compared to 20235F6.

    • Euronext continues its cost discipline and invests in strategic growth

    In 2024, Euronext reported underlying expenses (excl. D&A) in line with the revised guidance of €620 million. This compares to an initial guidance of €625 million, which did not take into account the impact of any acquisitions executed over the course of 2024.

    2024 normalised underlying expenses (excl. D&A) were at approximately €640 million, taking into account approximately €8 million of positive one-off items and the full-year impact of bolt-on acquisitions.

    Euronext expects its total underlying expenses (excl. D&A) for 2025 to be around €670 million. Euronext expects its 2025 underlying expenses (excl. D&A) to be stable at around €640 million compared to 2024 normalised underlying expenses (excl. D&A), as savings and synergies are expected to entirely offset inflationary impacts. In addition, Euronext plans to invest around 5% of its normalised underlying expenses (excl. D&A) to deliver strategic growth projects, as highlighted during the Investor Day on 8 November 2024.

    • Progress with the delivery of “Innovate for Growth 2027”
      • Euronext will accelerate the delivery of its power futures ambition with the contemplated acquisition of Nasdaq’s Nordic power futures business, announced on 28 January 2025.
      • Euronext continues to leverage its clearing house to launch innovative derivatives products. Euronext will launch fixed income derivatives on major European government bonds, including the first-ever cash-settled mini futures in September 2025, delivering unparalleled accessibility and flexibility to investors.
      • Euronext announced a strategic collaboration with Euroclear to enhance Euronext Clearing’s collateral management offering. This collaboration is a major enabler of Euronext’s ambition to expand its leading Italian repo clearing franchise to a large range of European government bonds.

    Stéphane Boujnah, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Managing Board of Euronext, said:

    “In 2024, we delivered double-digit topline growth thanks to the solid performance of non-volume related activities, excellent performance of FICC trading, and the successful clearing expansion in Europe. For the first time, Euronext reached the significant threshold of over €1 billion in adjusted EBITDA, an increase of +16.4% compared to last year. Our notable adjusted net income growth of +16.7% compared to last year, to €682.5 million underscores our profitability and our robust financial health. Adjusted EPS (basic) was up +19.6% in 2024, at €6.59 per share, compared to €5.51 per share in 2023. This increase reflects Euronext’s strong performance and a lower number of outstanding shares over 2024 due to Euronext’s share repurchase programme.

    In 2024, Euronext achieved several key milestones that allowed us to expand our presence across the entire capital markets value chain, as we have finalised the integration of the Borsa Italiana Group. We have exceeded our 2024 financial targets for revenue and EBITDA growth. We have also strengthened our non-volume business with strategic acquisitions such as GRSS, Substantive Research, and Acupay.

    In 2025, we are building the foundations to achieve our 2027 growth targets and we are investing to innovate for growth. We have already begun with the announced acquisition of Nasdaq’s Nordic power futures business6F7. This addition will significantly contribute to the growth of our FICC trading and clearing business. We are pleased to announce the most significant innovation in financial derivatives in recent years, the launch of cash-settled mini futures on European government bonds. Finally, we have made a first major step in the expansion of our Repo clearing franchise through a strategic collaboration with Euroclear to enhance Euronext Clearing’s collateral management offering. Euronext has promising growth opportunities ahead, which will further reinforce our position as the leading capital market infrastructure in Europe.”

    2024 financial performance

    In €m, unless stated otherwise FY 2024 FY 2023 % var % var
    (like-for-like, constant currencies)
    Revenue and income 1,626.9 1,474.7 +10.3% +10.0%
    Listing 231.9 220.6 +5.1% +5.4%
    Trading revenue, of which 559.4 490.0 +14.2% +14.3%
    Cash trading 284.0 265.4 +7.0% +7.0%
    Derivatives trading 53.1 54.2 -2.0% -2.0%
    Fixed income trading 145.5 107.4 +35.5% +35.5%
    FX trading 31.7 25.6 +24.2% +24.2%
    Power trading 45.1 37.4 +20.4% +22.6%
    Investor Services 14.1 11.4 +24.2% +14.8%
    Advanced Data Services 241.7 224.8 +7.5% +5.3%
    Post-Trade, of which 414.7 370.2 +12.0% +11.9%
    Clearing 144.3 121.3 +19.0% +19.0%
    Custody and Settlement 270.5 248.9 +8.7% +8.8%
    Euronext Technology Solutions & Other 106.2 109.9 -3.4% -3.3%
    NTI through CCP business 56.8 46.7 +21.8% +21.8%
    Other income 2.0 1.4 +45.5% +44.5%
    Transitional revenues (0.2) N/A N/A
    Underlying operational expenses excl. D&A (620.5) (610.0) +1.7% +1.0%
    Adjusted EBITDA 1,006.4 864.7 +16.4% +16.3%
    Adjusted EBITDA margin 61.9% 58.6% +3.3pts +3.4pts
    Operating expenses excl. D&A (651.3) (688.3) -5.4% +1.0%
    EBITDA 975.6 786.4 +24.1% +9.9%
    Depreciation & Amortisation (188.7) (170.1) +10.9% +11.2%
    Total Expenses (incl. D&A) (840.1) (858.5) -2.1% -2.6%
    Adjusted operating profit 922.9 790.4 +16.8% +16.7%
    Operating Profit 786.8 616.2 +27.7%  
    Net financing income / (expense) 17.5 (0.2)    
    Results from equity investments 34.7 83.1 -58.3%  
    Profit before income tax 839.1 699.1 +20.0%  
    Income tax expense (218.4) (162.7) +34.2%  
    Share of non-controlling interests (35.1) (22.8) +53.7%  
    Net income, share of the parent company shareholders 585.6 513.6 +14.0%  
    Adjusted Net income, share of the parent company shareholders7F8 682.5 584.7 +16.7%  
    Adjusted EPS (basic, in €) 6.59 5.51 +19.6%  
    Reported EPS (basic, in €) 5.65 4.84 +16.7%  
    Adjusted EPS (diluted, in €) 6.56 5.50 +19.3%  
    Reported EPS (diluted, in €) 5.63 4.83 +16.6%  

    Share count differs between the two periods.

    • 2024 revenue and income

    In 2024, Euronext’s revenue and income was €1,626.9 million, up +10.3% compared to 2023. This resulted from solid organic growth in non-volume related businesses, a dynamic trading environment across asset classes, and the positive contribution of the Euronext Clearing European expansion.

    On a like-for-like basis and at constant currencies, Euronext consolidated revenue and income was up +10.0% in 2024, at €1,618.2 million, compared to 2023.

    Non-volume related revenue accounted for 58% of underlying Group revenue in 2024, compared to 60% in 2023. This reflects the strong growth in trading and post-trade revenue, and solid performance of non-volume-related revenue. Non-volume-related revenue covered 153% of underlying operating expenses excluding D&A, compared to 145% in 2023.

    • 2024 adjusted EBITDA

    Underlying operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation increased slightly to €620.5 million, up +1.7%, in line with the revised guidance of €620 million, and lower than the initial guidance of €625 million. Cost discipline, FX impacts and positive one-offs (around €8.3 million) partly offset growth investments and acquisitions impacts.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, underlying operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation increased by +1.0% compared to 2023, which highlights the impact of acquisitions on a reported basis.

    Consequently, adjusted EBITDA for the year totalled €1,006.4 million, up +16.4% compared to 2023. This represents an adjusted EBITDA margin of 61.9%, up +3.3 points compared to 2023. On a like-for-like basis, adjusted EBITDA for 2024 was up +16.3%, to €1,003.2 million, and adjusted EBITDA margin was 62.0%, up +3.4 points compared to 2023.

    • 2024 net income, share of the parent company shareholders

    Depreciation and amortisation accounted for €188.7 million in 2024, up +10.9%, resulting from migration projects and acquisitions. PPA related to acquired businesses accounted for €81.2 million and is included in depreciation and amortisation.

    2024 adjusted operating profit was €922.9 million, up +16.8% compared to 2023 adjusted operating profit.

    €136.1 million of non-underlying expenses, including depreciation and amortisation, were reported in 2024, related to the implementation of the ‘Growth for Impact 2024’ strategic plan and the PPA of acquired businesses.

    Net financing income for 2024 was €17.5 million, compared to a net financing expense of €0.2 million in 2023. This increase resulted from higher interest income due to higher interest rates and strong cash generation, offsetting the cost of debt in 2024.

    Results from equity investments amounted to €34.7 million in 2024, including €23.4 million of dividend received from Euroclear and the €10.1 million of dividend earned from Sicovam. In 2023, Euronext reported €83.1 million of results from equity investments. This was a result of the capital gain on the disposal of Euronext’s stake in LCH SA and the disposal of Euronext’s investment in Tokeny, as well as the dividend received from Euroclear and Sicovam.

    Income tax for 2024 was €218.4 million. This translated into an effective tax rate of 26.0% for 2024. In 2023, the income tax rate was 23.3%, positively impacted by non-taxable income. Income tax amounted to €162.7 million.

    Share of non-controlling interests mainly relating to the Borsa Italiana Group and Nord Pool amounted to €35.1 million in 2024.

    As a result, the reported net income, share of the parent company shareholders, increased by +14.0% for 2024 compared to 2023, to €585.6 million. This represents a reported EPS of €5.65 basic and €5.63 diluted in 2024, compared to €4.84 basic and €4.83 diluted in 2023. This increase reflects the strong results and a lower number of shares over 2024 compared to 2023.

    Adjusted net income, share of the parent company shareholders was up +16.7% to €682.5 million. Adjusted EPS (basic) was up +19.6% in 2024, at €6.59 per share, compared to an adjusted EPS (basic) of €5.51 per share in 2023.

    The weighted number of shares used over 2024 was 103,578,980 for the basic calculation and 103,983,870 for the diluted calculation, compared to 106,051,799 and 106,376,338 respectively over 2023.

    In 2024, Euronext reported a net cash flow from operating activities of €708.6 million, compared to €826.1 million in 2023. The difference results from higher profit before tax, higher income tax, lower results from equity investments and negative changes in working capital. Excluding the impact on working capital from Euronext Clearing and Nord Pool CCP activities, net cash flow from operating activities accounted for 72.3% of EBITDA in 2024.

    2024 business highlights

    In €m, unless stated otherwise FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Revenue 231.9 220.6 +5.1%
    Equity 106.6 105.1 +1.4%
    o/w Annual fees 72.4 69.0 +5.0%
    o/w Follow-ons 18.7 20.8 -10.1%
    o/w IPOs 15.5 15.4 +0.9%
    Debts 40.4 36.0 +12.2%
    ETFs, Funds & Warrants 24.0 23.3 +3.0%
    Corporate Solutions 50.3 45.4 +10.7%
    ELITE and Other 10.2 10.8 -5.8%
             
    Money raised (€m) FY 2024 FY 2023 % change  
    Equity listings 3,840 2,481 +54.8%  
    Follow-ons 15,782 20,177 -21.8%  
    Bonds 1,190,154 1,156,035 +3.0%  
           
    Listed securities FY 2024 FY 2023 % change  
    New equity listings over the period 53 64 -17.2%  

    Money raised from follow-ons has been restated for previous periods.

    Listing revenue was €231.9 million in 2024, an increase of +5.1% compared to 2023, driven by the resilience of the offering and sustained leadership in listing, partially offset by the NOK depreciation.

    Euronext recorded 33% of equity listings in Europe8F9 with 53 new equity listings.

    Euronext Corporate Solutions revenue grew by +10.7% compared to 2023 to €50.3 million, thanks to a strong performance of the SaaS and advisory offering.

    Debt listing revenue grew by +12.2% compared to 2023 to €40.4 million, driven by dynamic bond issuance activity.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, listing revenue increased by +5.4% compared to 2023.

    • Trading
      • Cash trading
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Cash trading revenue (€m) 284.0 265.4 +7.0%
    ADV Cash market (€m) 10,405 10,053 +3.5%

    Cash trading revenue increased by +7.0% to €284.0 million in 2024, supported by efficient yield management and higher volumes.

    Over the year, Euronext cash trading yield was 0.53 bps, up from 0.52 bps in 2023 despite continued high order sizes. Euronext market share of cash trading averaged 64.8% in 2024.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, cash trading revenue was up +7.0%.

    • Derivatives trading
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Derivatives trading revenue (€m) 53.1 54.2 -2.0%
    ADV Derivatives market (in lots) 619,833 619,244 +0.1%
    ADV Equity & Index derivatives (in lots) 503,506 528,368 -4.7%
    ADV Commodity derivatives (in lots) 116,328 90,876 +28.0%

    Derivatives trading revenue decreased by -2.0% to €53.1 million in 2024, reflecting the continuing trend of lower volatility for equity and index derivatives, offset by very dynamic commodity trading. Euronext revenue capture on derivatives trading was €0.33 per lot for the year. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, derivatives trading revenue was down -2.0% in 2024 compared to 2023.

    • Fixed income trading
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Fixed income trading revenue (€m) 145.5 107.4 +35.5%
    o/w MTS Cash 103.1 67.1 +53.7%
    o/w MTS Repo 26.5 25.2 +4.9%
    ADV MTS Cash (€m) 37,021 23,026 +60.8%
    TAADV MTS Repo (€m) 483,247 436,039 +10.8%
    ADV other fixed income (€m) 1,612 1,266 +27.4%

    Fixed income revenue reached €145.5 million in 2024, up +35.5% compared to 2023. MTS Cash reached record results, driven by strategic positioning of the solutions provided to market participants and issuers and favourable market conditions. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, fixed income trading revenue was up +35.5% compared to 2023.

    • FX trading
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Spot FX trading revenue (€m) 31.7 25.6 +24.2%
    ADV spot FX Market (in $m) 26,493 22,450 +18.0%

    FX trading revenue was €31.7 million in 2024, up +24.2% compared to 2023. This reflects growing volumes, bolstered by a favourable volatility environment and commercial expansion. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, FX trading revenue was up +24.2% compared to 2023.

    • Power trading
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Power trading revenue (€m) 45.1 37.4 +20.4%
    ADV Day-ahead power market (in TWH) 2.74 2.74 +0.3%
    ADV Intraday power market (in TWH) 0.31 0.20 +55.0%

    Power trading revenue reached €45.1 million in 2024, up +20.4% compared to 2023, reflecting continued strong growth of intraday volumes. This strong result was partially offset by the depreciation of the NOK. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, power trading revenue was up +22.6% compared to 2023.

    • Investor Services

    Investor Services reported €14.1 million revenue in 2024, representing a +24.2% increase compared to 2023, supported by continued commercial expansion and the contribution of Substantive Research, acquired on 17 September 2024. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, Investor Services revenue was up +14.8% compared to 2023.

    • Advanced Data Services

    Advanced Data Services revenue reached €241.7 million in 2024, up +7.5% from 2023, driven by continued demand for fixed-income and power trading data and dynamic retail usage. It was also supported by the contribution of GRSS, acquired as announced on 3 June 2024, and rapid expansion of advanced data solutions. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, Advanced Data Services revenue was up +5.3% compared to 2023.

    • Post Trade
    in €m, unless stated otherwise FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Post-trade revenue (excl. NTI) 414.7 370.2 +12.0%
    Clearing 144.3 121.3 +19.0%
    o/w Revenue from LCH SA 62.8 71.8 -12.5%
    o/w Revenue from Euronext Clearing 81.5 49.5 +64.5%
    o/w Derivatives 18.1 5.6 +221.2%
    o/w Equities 24.4 16.6 +47.1%
    o/w Bonds 14.9 13.6 +10.0%
    o/w Other 24.1 13.7 +75.8%
    Custody, Settlement and other Post-Trade activities 270.5 248.9 +8.7%
    Number of transactions and lots cleared FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Shares (number of contracts – single counted) 234,777,332 83,486,969 +181.2%
    Bonds – Wholesale (nominal value in €bn – double counted) 29,717 27,177 +9.3%
    Bonds – Retail (number of contracts – double counted) 15,133,264 13,732,528 +10.2%
    Derivatives9F10 65,536,847 25,244,669 +159.6%

    Clearing revenue was up +19.0% to €144.3 million in 2024, reflecting the successful and timely execution of the last steps of the pan-Europeanisation of Euronext Clearing. Non-volume related clearing revenue (including membership fees, treasury income received from LCH SA prior to the migration) accounted for €41.9 million of the total clearing revenue in 2024. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, clearing revenue was up +19.0% compared to 2023.

    • Net treasury income

    Net treasury income for Euronext Clearing was at €56.8 million in 2024, up +21.8% compared to 2023. The increase was driven by higher collateral following the completion of the derivatives clearing migration on 7 September 2024 and a positive comparison base in Q1 2023 due to the disposal of the Euronext Clearing portfolio.

    • Custody, Settlement and other Post-Trade activities
    Euronext Securities activity FY 2024 FY 2023 % change
    Number of settlement instructions over the period 134,287,470 123,587,470 +7.8%
    Assets under Custody (in €bn), end of period 7,065 6,663 +6.0%

    Revenue from Custody, Settlement and other Post-Trade activities was €270.5 million in 2024, posting a strong growth of +8.7% compared to 2023. This reflects growing assets under custody, dynamic issuance activities and higher settlement activity. Euronext Securities’ value-added services business continued to post strong growth, supported by the acquisition of Acupay as announced on 2 October 2024. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, Custody, Settlement and other Post-Trade revenue was up +8.8% compared to 2023.

    • Technology Solutions and Other revenue

    Euronext Technologies and Other revenue was €106.2 million in 2024, down -3.4% from 2023, reflecting the termination of double-run connectivity revenues and Borsa Italiana legacy services following the migration to Optiq®, passing on synergies to clients. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, Euronext Technologies and Other revenue was down -3.3% compared to 2023.

    Q4 2024 financial performance

    In €m, unless stated otherwise Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % var % var
    (like-for-like, constant currencies)
    Revenue and income 415.8 374.1 +11.1% +9.9%
    Listing 59.4 56.2 +5.8% +5.9%
    Trading revenue, of which 141.4 124.5 +13.5% +13.5%
    Cash trading 70.9 64.1 +10.6% +10.6%
    Derivatives trading 12.9 12.8 +0.3% +0.3%
    Fixed income trading 37.8 30.6 +23.7% +23.7%
    FX trading 8.5 6.7 +27.7% +26.4%
    Power trading 11.3 10.4 +8.8% +10.1%
    Investor Services 4.2 3.0 +39.8% +13.0%
    Advanced Data Services 61.1 56.1 +8.9% +4.8%
    Post Trade, of which 102.8 94.6 +8.6% +7.0%
    Clearing 32.9 32.3 +1.8% +1.8%
    Custody and Settlement 69.9 62.3 +12.2% +10.1%
    Euronext Technology Solutions & Other 28.4 27.6 +3.1% +3.2%
    NTI through CCP business 17.9 11.7 +53.3% +53.3%
    Other income 0.6 0.5 +37.5% +0.0%
    Underlying operational expenses excl. D&A (163.2) (157.8) +3.4% +1.1%
    Adjusted EBITDA 252.6 216.3 +16.7% +16.4%
    Adjusted EBITDA margin 60.7% 57.8% +2.9pts +3.4pts
    Operating expenses excl. D&A (174.4) (173.3) +0.6% -1.5%
    EBITDA 241.4 200.8 +20.2% +19.8%
    Depreciation & Amortisation (49.6) (45.6) +8.7% +8.6%
    Total Expenses (incl. D&A) (224.0) (218.9) +2.3% +0.6%
    Adjusted operating profit 231.1 196.3 +17.7% +17.3%
    Operating Profit 191.8 155.2 +23.6%  
    Net financing income / (expense) 6.5 4.7 +38.2%  
    Results from equity investments 10.1 17.0 -40.8%  
    Profit before income tax 208.4 176.9 +17.8%  
    Income tax expense (55.5) (40.0) +38.8%  
    Share of non-controlling interests (8.2) (6.4) +29.2%  
    Net income, share of the parent company shareholders 144.6 130.6 +10.8%  
    Adjusted Net income, share of the parent company shareholders10F11 172.3 148.2 +16.3%  
    Adjusted EPS (basic, in €) 1.66 1.42 +16.9%  
    Reported EPS (basic, in €) 1.40 1.25 +12.0%  
    Adjusted EPS (diluted, in €) 1.66 1.41 +17.7%  
    Reported EPS (diluted, in €) 1.39 1.24 +12.1%  

    Share count differs between the two periods

    • Q4 2024 revenue and income

    In Q4 2024, Euronext’s revenue and income amounted to €415.8 million, up +11.1% compared to Q4 2023, driven by record performance in fixed income trading, robust results in non-volume related businesses and the positive contribution of the Euronext Clearing European expansion at the end of November 2023.

    On a like-for-like basis and at constant currencies, Euronext revenue and income were up +9.9% in Q4 2024 compared to Q4 2023, to €411.1 million.

    Non-volume related revenue accounted for 59% of Group revenue in Q4 2024, compared to 60% in Q4 2023, reflecting continued strong performance of trading and post-trade in Q4 2024. The underlying operating expenses excluding D&A coverage by non-volume related revenue ratio was at 151% in Q4 2024, compared to 141% in Q4 2023.

    • Q4 2024 adjusted EBITDA

    Underlying operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation increased by +3.4% to €163.2 million, reflecting investments in growth and the impact of acquisitions. On a like-for-like basis, underlying operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation increased by +1.1% compared to Q4 2023, reflecting mainly the impact of acquisitions on a reported basis.

    Consequently, adjusted EBITDA for the quarter totalled €252.6 million, up +16.7% compared to Q4 2023. This represents an adjusted EBITDA margin of 60.7%, up +2.9 points compared to Q4 2023. On a like-for-like basis, adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2024 was up +16.4%, to €251.5 million, and adjusted EBITDA margin was 61.2%, up +3.4 points compared to the same perimeter in Q4 2023.

    • Q4 2024 net income, share of the parent company shareholders

    Depreciation and amortisation accounted for €49.6 million in Q4 2024, +8.7% more than in Q4 2023 due to the impact of migration projects and acquisitions. PPA related to acquired businesses accounted for €20.7 million and is included in depreciation and amortisation.

    Adjusted operating profit was €231.1 million, up +17.7% compared to Q4 2023. On a like-for-like basis, adjusted operating profit was up +17.3% compared to Q4 2023, at €230.1 million.

    €39.3 million of non-underlying expenses, including depreciation and amortisation, were reported in Q4 2024, related to the final steps of the Borsa Italiana Group integration and the PPA of acquired businesses.

    Net financing income for Q4 2024 was €6.5 million, compared to €4.7 million in Q4 2023. This increase results from higher interest income due to higher interest rates and strong cash generation, offsetting the cost of debt.

    Results from equity investments amounted to €10.1 million in Q4 2024, representing the dividend received from Sicovam. As a reminder, in Q4 2023, Euronext reported €17.0 million of results from equity investments due to the capital gain related to the disposal of the stake in Tokeny and the dividend received from Sicovam.

    Income tax for Q4 2024 was €55.5 million. This translated into an effective tax rate of 26.6% for the quarter. (Q4 2023: €40.0 million and 22.6% respectively, reflecting the positive impact of the tax-exempted one-off capital gain from the disposal of the Tokeny stake).

    Share of non-controlling interests mainly relating to the Borsa Italiana Group and Nord Pool amounted to €8.2 million in Q4 2024.

    As a result, the reported net income, share of the parent company shareholders, increased by +10.8% for Q4 2024 compared to Q4 2023, to €144.6 million. This represents a reported EPS of €1.40 basic and €1.39 diluted in Q4 2024, compared to €1.25 basic and €1.24 diluted in Q4 2023. Adjusted net income, share of the parent company shareholders was up +16.3% to €172.3 million. Adjusted EPS (basic) was up +16.9% in Q4 2024, at €1.66 per share, compared to an adjusted EPS (basic) of €1.42 per share in Q4 2023. This increase reflects higher profit and a lower number of outstanding shares over the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to the fourth quarter of 2023.

    The weighted number of shares used over 2024 was 103,578,980 for the basic calculation and 103,983,870 for the diluted calculation, compared to 106,051,799 and 106,376,338 respectively over 2023.

    In Q4 2024, Euronext reported a net cash flow from operating activities of €175.0 million, compared to €194.5 million in Q4 2023, reflecting negative changes in working capital from short-term movement in outstanding power sales customers’ and suppliers’ invoices related to Nord Pool CCP activities and higher income tax. Excluding the impact on working capital from Euronext Clearing and Nord Pool CCP activities, net cash flow from operating activities accounted for 64.3% of EBITDA in Q4 2024.

    Q4 2024 business highlights

    in €m, unless stated otherwise Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Listing revenue 59.4 56.2 +5.8%
    Equity 26.6 26.6 -0.1%
    o/w Annual fees 18.0 17.1 +5.2%
    o/w Follow-ons 4.6 5.8 -19.2%
    o/w IPOs 3.9 3.7 +4.6%
    Debts 9.8 9.1 +7.7%
    ETFs, Funds & Warrants 6.1 5.9 +3.5%
    Corporate Solutions 14.0 12.3 +13.6%
    ELITE and Other 2.9 2.2 +31.9%

    Listing revenue was €59.4 million in Q4 2024, an increase of +5.8% compared to Q4 2023 driven by dynamic listing and follow-on activity and strong performance of corporate solutions, partially offset by the depreciation of the NOK.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, listing revenue increased by +5.9% compared to Q4 2023.

    Money raised (€m) Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Equity listings 164 247 -33.7%
    Follow-ons 2,556 6,667 -61.7%
    Bonds 244,356 290,524 -15.9%
    Listed securities Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    New equity listings over the period 16 13 +23.1%
    Number of ETFs listed, end of period 4,018 3,821 +5.2%
    Number of Bonds listed, end of period 55,804 55,098 +1.3%

    Euronext ranked as the leading listing venue in Europe with 30% of European listings. Equity listing revenue was solid at €26.6 million.

    Euronext Corporate Solutions revenue grew +13.6% compared to Q4 2023 to a new record level of €14.0 million, resulting from the strong performance of its SaaS products and events.

    Debt listing activity was strong with revenue at €9.8 million, supported by dynamic bond listing activity and favourable market conditions.

    • Trading
      • Cash trading
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Cash trading revenue (€m) 70.9 64.1 +10.6%
    ADV Cash market11F (€m) 10,545 9,558 +10.3%

    Cash trading revenue increased by +10.6% to €70.9 million in Q4 2024, driven by a more positively geared volume environment.

    Over the fourth quarter of 2024, Euronext cash trading yield was 0.52 bps, reflecting more dynamic volumes and high average order sizes. Euronext market share on cash trading averaged 64.4% in Q4 2024.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, cash trading revenue was up +10.6%.

    • Derivatives trading
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Derivatives trading revenue (€m) 12.9 12.8 +0.3%
    ADV Derivatives market (in lots) 580,555 598,894 -3.1%
    ADV Equity derivatives (in lots) 463,920 506,716 -8.4%
    ADV Commodity derivatives (in lots) 116,634 92,178 +26.5%

    Derivatives trading revenue increased by +0.3% to €12.9 million in Q4 2024. The strong performance of Euronext commodity derivatives, supported by new product launches, partly offset the continued low volatility environment for equity derivatives. Euronext revenue capture on derivatives trading was €0.35 per lot for the fourth quarter of 2024.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, derivatives trading revenue was up +0.3% in Q4 2024 compared to Q4 2023.

    • Fixed income trading
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Fixed income trading revenue (€m) 37.8 30.6 +23.7%
    o/w MTS Cash 27.0 19.6 +37.8%
    o/w MTS Repo 6.7 6.3 +5.9%
    ADV MTS Cash (€m) 39,381 27,741 +42.0%
    TAADV MTS Repo (€m) 516,173 469,134 +10.0%
    ADV other fixed income (€m) 1,656 1,504 +10.1%

    Fixed income recorded record revenue at €37.8 million in Q4 2024, up +23.7% compared to Q4 2023, reflecting record quarterly volumes in MTS Cash and Repo driven by an economic environment favouring money markets and supportive volatility, and strong growth in repo and other fixed income trading.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, fixed income trading revenue was up +23.7% compared to Q4 2023.

    • FX trading
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Spot FX trading revenue (€m) 8.5 6.7 +27.7%
    ADV spot FX Market (in $m) 26,475 23,943 +10.6%

    FX trading revenue was €8.5 million in Q4 2024, up +27.7% compared to Q4 2023 thanks to favourable market volatility and commercial expansion.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, FX trading revenue was up +26.4% compared to Q4 2023.

    • Power trading
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Power trading revenue (€m) 11.3 10.4 +8.8%
    ADV Day-ahead power market (in TWH) 2.99 3.10 -3.4%
    ADV Intraday power market (in TWH) 0.32 0.25 +27.1%

    Power trading revenue reached €11.3 million in Q4 2024, up +8.8% compared to Q4 2023, reflecting continued strong growth in intraday volumes and lower day-ahead volumes due to milder temperatures.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, power trading revenue was up +10.1% compared to Q4 2023. This reflects the negative impact from the NOK depreciation on a reported basis.

    • Investor Services

    Investor Services reported €4.2 million revenue in Q4 2024, up +39.8% compared to Q4 2023, resulting from continued commercial expansion and the full-quarter contribution from Substantive Research, acquired as announced in September 2024.

    On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, Investor Services revenue was up +13.0% compared to Q4 2023.

    • Advanced Data Services

    Advanced Data Services revenue was €61.1 million in Q4 2024, up +8.9% from Q4 2023, driven by a solid performance of the core data business, solid demand for analytic products and diversified datasets and from retail investors. It also reflects the positive contribution of GRSS, acquired as announced in June 2024. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, Advanced Data Services revenue was up +4.8% compared to Q4 2023.

    • Post Trade
    in €m, unless stated otherwise Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Post-trade revenue (excl. NTI) 102.8 94.6 +8.6%
    Clearing 32.9 32.3 +1.8%
    o/w Revenue from LCH SA 17.8  
    o/w Revenue from Euronext Clearing 32.9 14.6 +126.2%
    o/w Derivatives 14.3 1.4 +940.3%
    o/w Equities 6.4 5.2 +21.9%
    o/w Bonds 3.8 3.7 +3.4%
    o/w Other 8.4 4.2 +98.5%
    Net treasury income through CCP business 17.9 11.7 +53.3%
    Custody, Settlement and other Post-Trade activities 69.9 62.3 +12.2%
    Number of transactions and lots cleared Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Shares (#contracts – single counted) 60,645,852 30,675,375 +97.7%
    Bonds – Wholesale (nominal value in €bn – double counted) 7,580 7,118 +6.5%
    Bonds – Retail (# contracts – double counted) 4,340,444 3,888,898 +11.6%
    Derivatives (# contracts – single counted) 37,154,815 5,691,338 +552.8%

    Clearing revenue was up +1.8% to €32.9 million in Q4 2024, reflecting the increase in equity clearing volumes following the expansion of Euronext Clearing in November 2023, as well as dynamic commodity and retail bond clearing volumes, offset by the low volatility environment for equity derivatives. Euronext has internalised the clearing and net treasury income related to its derivatives flows in September 2024. Euronext therefore no longer receives revenue and net treasury income from LCH SA, previously recorded under non-volume related clearing revenue. Non-volume related clearing revenue, mostly related to membership fees, accounted for €8.4 million of the total clearing revenue in Q4 2024. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, clearing revenue was up +1.8% compared to Q4 2023.

    • Net treasury income

    Net treasury income amounted to €17.9 million in Q4 2024. The +53.3% increase compared to Q4 2023 reflects the increased level of cash collateral posted to the CCP following the migration of derivatives clearing for all Euronext markets to Euronext Clearing.

    • Custody, Settlement and other Post-Trade activities
    Euronext Securities activity Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % change
    Number of settlement instructions over the period 34,122,913 30,507,967 +11.8%
    Assets under Custody (in €bn), end of period 7,065 6,663 +6.0%

    Revenue from Custody, Settlement and other Post-Trade activities was €69.9 million in Q4 2024, up +12.2% compared to Q4 2023, reflecting higher assets under custody, a growing number of settlement instructions and continued growth of the services offering, supported by the acquisition of Acupay on 2 October 2024. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, Custody, Settlement and other Post-Trade revenue was up +10.1% compared to Q4 2023.

    • Technology Solutions and Other revenue

    Euronext Technologies and Other revenue grew to €28.4 million in Q4 2024, up +3.1% from Q4 2023, supported by Technology Solutions provided through Nord Pool and the launch of Euronext Wireless Network in July 2024, which offset the termination of Borsa Italiana legacy services following the migration of Italian markets to Optiq®. On a like-for-like basis at constant currencies, Euronext Technologies and Other revenue was up +3.2% compared to Q4 2023.

    Corporate highlights since 1 January 2025

    • Euronext to acquire Nasdaq’s Nordic power futures business

    On 28 January 2025, Euronext and Nasdaq announced the signing of a binding agreement under which Euronext will acquire Nasdaq’s Nordic power futures business, subject to receipt of applicable regulatory approvals.
    The agreement entails the transfer of existing open positions in Nasdaq’s Nordic power derivatives, currently held in Nasdaq Clearing, to Euronext Clearing, with approval of the members. Trading of power futures will be operated from Euronext Amsterdam and will be cleared through Euronext Clearing. Nasdaq Clearing AB, Nasdaq Oslo ASA, and their respective infrastructure are not included in the sale. Nasdaq will continue to operate its European Markets Services business and multi-asset clearing house.
    The anticipated combination of Euronext Nord Pool’s market initiative with Nasdaq’s Nordic power futures business is fully aligned with Euronext’s “Innovate for Growth 2027” strategic priority to expand in power and accelerates the delivery of Euronext’s power futures ambitions. The transaction complies with Euronext’s capital allocation policy and will be fully financed with existing cash.

    • Euronext upgraded to A-, stable outlook, by S&P

    On 3 February 2025, Euronext welcomed the decision of S&P to upgrade Euronext from ‘BBB+, Positive Outlook’ to ‘A-, Stable Outlook’.
    S&P’s decision reflects the completion of the integration of the Borsa Italiana Group, the successful expansion of Euronext Clearing and the continued deleveraging thanks to the Group’s strong cash flow generation. 

    • Ongoing share buyback programme

    On 7 November 2024, Euronext announced a share repurchase programme for a maximum amount of €300 million. This programme is enabled by Euronext’s strong cash generation capabilities and demonstrates Euronext’s rigorous capital allocation strategy. Weekly reporting updates about the share repurchase programme are being published in the Share Buyback Programme section of our website. As of 7 February 2025, a total of 1,821,023 shares had been repurchased, representing 65.3% of the repurchase programme.

    • Fixed income derivatives status update

    Euronext announces the launch of fixed income derivatives on major European government bonds, marking a significant innovation in financial derivatives. This new offering includes the first-ever mini futures to be cash-settled on European government bonds, designed to provide greater accessibility and flexibility for retail investors, asset managers, and private investors. Powered by the Optiq® trading platform and supported by dedicated market makers and Euronext Clearing, these derivatives will be introduced on the Euronext Derivatives Milan market in September 2025.

    • Euronext volumes for January 2025

    In January 2025, the average daily transaction value on the Euronext cash order book stood at €11,538 million, up 23.1% compared to the same period last year. The overall average daily volume on Euronext derivatives stood at 606,267 lots, up +5.1%% compared to January 2024, and the open interest was 23,064,793 contracts at the end of January 2025, up +4.5% compared to January 2024. The average daily volume on Euronext FX’s spot foreign exchange market stood at $27.7 billion, up +11.2% compared to the same period last year.
    MTS Cash average daily volumes were up +57.5% to €50.8 billion in January 2025, MTS Repo term adjusted
    average daily volume stood at €467.6 billion, up +3.5% compared to the same period last year.
    Euronext Clearing cleared 23,472,063 shares in January 2025, +20.9% compared to January 2024. €2,782.6 billion of wholesale bonds were cleared in January 2025 (double counted), up +2.8% compared to the same period in 2024. 1,464,522 bond retail contracts were cleared in January 2025 (double counted), up +11.9% compared to January 2024. The number of derivatives contracts cleared was 13,337,872, +606.4% compared to January 2024 (single counted). This strong increase is due to the fact that the commodity derivatives of Euronext legacy markets have been integrated following the Euronext Clearing expansion that occurred on 15 July 2024, and financial derivatives of Euronext legacy markets have been integrated following the Euronext Clearing expansion that occurred on 9 September 2024. Euronext Securities reported 13,048,702 settlement instructions in January 2025, up +14.9% compared to the same period last year. The total Assets Under Custody reached over €7 trillion in January 2025, up +7.2%.

    • Euronext announces strategic collaboration with Euroclear to enhance Euronext Clearing’s collateral management offering

    On 11 February 2025, Euronext announced a new collaboration with Euroclear to support the development of Euronext Clearing’s collateral management services for repo and other asset classes. This collaboration is a first major step to enable Euronext’s ambition to expand its leading Italian repo clearing franchise to a large range of European government bonds bringing an efficient value offering to European and international clients. This collaboration will pave the way for the rollout of Euronext’s new repo clearing offering in June 2025, enabling the onboarding of clients including international banks, with an updated risk framework. Clients will be able to use Euroclear as a triparty agent for repo clearing.

    Agenda

    A conference call and a webcast will be held on 14 February 2025, at 09:00 CET (Paris time) / 08:00 GMT (London time):

    Conference call:

    To connect to the conference call, please dial:

    UK Number: +44 33 0551 0200 NO Number: +47 2 156 3318
    FR Number: +33 1 70 37 71 66 PT Number: +351 3 0880 2081
    NL Number: +31 20 708 5073 IR Number: +353 1 436 0959
    US Number: +1 786 697 3501 IT Number: +39 06 8336 0400
    BE Number: +32 2 789 8603 DE Number: +49 30 3001 90612

    Password: Euronext

    Live webcast:

    For the live audio webcast go to: Euronext Q4/FY 2024 Results

    The webcast will be available for replay after the call at the webcast link and on the Euronext Investor Relations webpage.

    ANALYSTS & INVESTORS – ir@euronext.com

    Investor Relations Aurélie Cohen  
      Judith Stein +33 6 15 23 91 97

    MEDIA – mediateam@euronext.com 

    Europe Aurélie Cohen  +33 1 70 48 24 45
      Andrea Monzani  +39 02 72 42 62 13 
    Belgium Marianne Aalders  +32 26 20 15 01 
    France, Corporate Flavio Bornancin-Tomasella +33 1 70 48 24 45
    Ireland Andrea Monzani  +39 02 72 42 62 13 
    Italy  Ester Russom  +39 02 72 42 67 56 
    The Netherlands Marianne Aalders +31 20 721 41 33 
    Norway  Cathrine Lorvik Segerlund +47 41 69 59 10 
    Portugal  Sandra Machado +351 91 777 68 97
    Corporate Solutions Coralie Patri  +33 7 88 34 27 44

    About Euronext

    Euronext is the leading European capital market infrastructure, covering the entire capital markets value chain, from listing, trading, clearing, settlement and custody, to solutions for issuers and investors. Euronext runs MTS, one of Europe’s leading electronic fixed income trading markets, and Nord Pool, the European power market. Euronext also provides clearing and settlement services through Euronext Clearing and its Euronext Securities CSDs in Denmark, Italy, Norway, and Portugal.

    As of December 2024, Euronext’s regulated exchanges in Belgium, France, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, and Portugal host over 1,800 listed issuers with around €6 trillion in market capitalisation, a strong blue-chip franchise and the largest global centre for debt and fund listings. With a diverse domestic and international client base, Euronext handles 25% of European lit equity trading. Its products include equities, FX, ETFs, bonds, derivatives, commodities and indices.

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    Disclaimer

    This press release is for information purposes only: it is not a recommendation to engage in investment activities and is provided “as is”, without representation or warranty of any kind. The figures in this document have not been audited or reviewed by our external auditor. While all reasonable care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the content, Euronext does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Euronext will not be held liable for any loss or damages of any nature ensuing from using, trusting or acting on information provided. No information set out or referred to in this publication may be regarded as creating any right or obligation. The creation of rights and obligations in respect of financial products that are traded on the exchanges operated by Euronext’s subsidiaries shall depend solely on the applicable rules of the market operator. All proprietary rights and interest in or connected with this publication shall vest in Euronext. This press release speaks only as of this date. Euronext refers to Euronext N.V. and its affiliates. Information regarding trademarks and intellectual property rights of Euronext is available at www.euronext.com/terms-use.

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    Appendix

    The figures in this appendix have not been audited or reviewed by our external auditor.

    Non-IFRS financial measures

    For comparative purposes, the company provides unaudited non-IFRS measures including:

    • Operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation, underlying operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation;
    • EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin.

    Non-IFRS measures are defined as follows:

    • Operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation as the total of salary and employee benefits, and other operational expenses;
    • Underlying operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation as the total of salary and employee benefits, and other operational expenses, excluding non-recurring costs;
    • Underlying revenue and income as the total of revenue and income, excluding non-recurring revenue and income;
    • Non-underlying items as items of revenue, income and expense that are material by their size and/or that are infrequent and unusual by their nature or incidence are not considered to be recurring in the normal course of business and are classified as non-underlying items on the face of the income statement within their relevant category in order to provide further understanding of the ongoing sustainable performance of the Group. These items can include:
      • integration or double-run costs of significant projects, restructuring costs and costs related to acquisitions that change the perimeter of the Group;
      • one-off finance costs, gains or losses on sale of subsidiaries and impairments of investments;
      • amortisation and impairment of intangible assets which are recognised as a result of acquisitions and mostly comprising customer relationships, brand names and software that were identified during purchase price allocation (PPA);
      • tax related to non-underlying items.
    • Adjusted operating profit as the operating profit adjusted for any non-underlying revenue and income and non-underlying costs, including PPA of acquired businesses;
    • EBITDA as the operating profit before depreciation and amortisation;
    • Adjusted EBITDA as the adjusted operating profit before depreciation and amortisation adjusted for any non-underlying operational expenses excluding depreciation and amortisation;
    • EBITDA margin as EBITDA divided by total revenue and income;
    • Adjusted EBITDA margin as adjusted EBITDA, divided by total revenue and income;
    • Adjusted net income, as the net income, share of the parent company shareholders, adjusted for any non-underlying items and related tax impact.

    Non-IFRS financial measures are not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for comparable IFRS measures and should be read only in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements.

    Non-volume related revenue definition

    Non-volume related revenue includes Listing excluding IPOs, Advanced Data Services, Custody & Settlement and other Post-Trade, fixed revenue from Clearing activities (including for instance NTI and membership fees), Investor Services, Technology Solutions, Other Income and Transitional Revenue.

    Adjusted EPS definition

      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 FY 2024 FY 2023
    Net income reported 144.6 130.6 585.6 513.6
    EPS reported 1.40 1.25 5.65 4.84
    Adjustments        
    of which Operating expenses excl. D&A (11.2) (15.5) (30.9) (78.3)
    of which Depreciation and amortisation (28.1) (25.6) (105.2) (95.9)
    of which Net financing expense (0.2)
    of which results from equity investments 11.4 1.2 53.0
    of which Minority interest 1.1 1.1 2.5 4.1
    Tax related to adjustments 10.5 11.1 35.5 46.2
    Adjusted net income 172.3 148.2 682.5 584.7
    Adjusted EPS 1.66 1.42 6.59 5.51

    Consolidated income statement

      Q4 2024 Q4 2023
    in € million, unless stated otherwise Underlying Non-underlying Reported Underlying Non-underlying Reported
    Revenue and income 415.8 415.8 374.1 374.1
    Listing 59.4 59.4 56.2 56.2
    Trading revenue, of which 141.4 141.4 124.5 124.5
    Cash trading 70.9 70.9 64.1 64.1
    Derivatives trading 12.9 12.9 12.8 12.8
    Fixed income trading 37.8 37.8 30.6 30.6
    FX trading 8.5 8.5 6.7 6.7
    Power trading 11.3 11.3 10.4 10.4
    Investor services 4.2 4.2 3.0 3.0
    Advanced data services 61.1 61.1 56.1 56.1
    Post Trade, of which 102.8 102.8 94.6 94.6
    Clearing 32.9 32.9 32.3 32.3
    Custody & Settlement and other 69.9 69.9 62.3 62.3
    Euronext Technology Solutions & other revenue 28.4 28.4 27.6 27.6
    Net Financing Income through CCP                                                             business 17.9 17.9 11.7 11.7
    Other income 0.6 0.6 0.5 0.5
    Operating expenses excluding D&A (163.2) (11.2) (174.4) (157.8) (15.5) (173.3)
    Salaries and employee benefits (90.0) (5.4) (95.4) (85.6) (7.8) (93.3)
    Other operational expenses, of which (73.2) (5.8) (79.0) (72.2) (7.8) (80.0)
    System & communication (25.7) (0.1) (25.8) (23.1) (2.0) (25.1)
    Professional services (15.5) (4.8) (20.3) (12.8) (4.7) (17.5)
    Clearing expense (0.4) (0.4) (8.8) (8.8)
    Accommodation (4.1) (0.1) (4.2) (6.0) (0.2) (6.2)
    Other operational expenses (27.6) (0.8) (28.4) (21.5) (0.9) (22.3)
    EBITDA 252.6 (11.2) 241.4 216.3 (15.5) 200.8
    EBITDA margin 60.7%   58.1% 57.8%   53.7%
    Depreciation & amortisation (21.5) (28.1) (49.6) (20.0) (25.6) (45.6)
    Total expenses (184.7) (39.3) (224.0) (177.8) (41.1) (218.9)
    Operating profit 231.1 (39.3) 191.8 196.3 (41.1) 155.2
    Net financing income / (expense) 6.5 6.5 4.7 4.7
    Results from equity investment 10.1 10.1 5.6 11.4 17.0
    Profit before income tax 247.7 (39.3) 208.4 206.6 (29.7) 176.9
    Income tax expense (66.0) 10.5 (55.5) (51.0) 11.1 (40.0)
    Non-controlling interests (9.3) 1.1 (8.2) (7.4) 1.1 (6.4)
    Net income, share of the parent company shareholders 172.3 (27.7) 144.6 148.2 (17.6) 130.6
    EPS (basic, in €) 1.66   1.40 1.42   1.25
    EPS (diluted, in €) 1.66   1.39 1.41   1.24
      FY 2024 FY 2023
    in € million, unless stated otherwise Underlying Non-underlying Reported Underlying Non-underlying Reported
    Revenue and income 1,626.9 1,626.9 1,474.7 1,474.7
    Listing 231.9 231.9 220.6 220.6
    Trading revenue, of which 559.4 559.4 490.0 490.0
    Cash trading 284.0 284.0 265.4 265.4
    Derivatives trading 53.1 53.1 54.2 54.2
    Fixed income trading 145.5 145.5 107.4 107.4
    FX trading 31.7 31.7 25.6 25.6
    Power trading 45.1 45.1 37.4 37.4
    Investor services 14.1 14.1 11.4 11.4
    Advanced data services 241.7 241.7 224.8 224.8
    Post Trade, of which 414.7 414.7 370.2 370.2
    Clearing 144.3 144.3 121.3 121.3
    Custody & Settlement and other 270.5 270.5 248.9 248.9
    Euronext Technology Solutions & other revenue 106.2 106.2 109.9 109.9
    Net Financing Income through CCP business 56.8 56.8 46.7 46.7
    Other income 2.0 2.0 1.4 1.4
    Transitional revenues (0.2) (0.2)
    Operating expenses excluding D&A 620.5 30.9 651.3 (610.0) (78.3) (688.3)
    Salaries and employee benefits (330.2) (11.5) (341.6) (319.5) (12.9) (332.4)
    Other operational expenses, of which (290.3) (19.4) (309.7) (290.6) (65.4) (355.9)
    System & communication (99.2) (3.1) (102.3) (94.9) (7.8) (102.6)
    Professional services (57.7) (12.8) (70.6) (58.3) (18.2) (76.5)
    Clearing expense (23.2) (1.1) (24.3) (34.5) (34.5)
    Accommodation (16.0) (0.9) (16.9) (17.9) (0.8) (18.7)
    Other operational expenses (94.1) (1.4) (95.5) (85.0) (38.6) (123.6)
    EBITDA 1,006.4 (30.9) 975.6 864.7 (78.3) 786.4
    EBITDA margin 61.9%   60.0% 58.6%   53.3%
    Depreciation & amortisation (83.5) (105.2) (188.7) (74.2) (95.9) (170.1)
    Total expenses (704.0) (136.1) (840.1) (684.3) (174.2) (858.5)
    Operating profit 922.9 (136.1) 786.8 790.4 (174.2) 616.2
    Net financing income / (expense) 17.5 17.5 0.1 (0.2) (0.2)
    Results from equity investment 33.5 1.2 34.7 30.0 53.0 83.1
    Profit before income tax 973.9 (134.9) 839.1 820.5 (121.4) 699.1
    Income tax expense (253.8) 35.5 (218.4) (208.9) 46.2 (162.7)
    Non-controlling interests (37.6) 2.5 (35.1) (26.9) 4.1 (22.8)
    Net income, share of the parent company shareholders 682.5 (96.9) 585.6 584.7 (71.1) 513.6
    EPS (basic, in €) 6.59   5.65 5.51   4.84
    EPS (diluted, in €) 6.56   5.63 5.50   4.83

    Consolidated comprehensive income statement

      Q4 2024 Q4 2023
    Profit for the period 152.9 136.9
         
    Other comprehensive income    
    Items that may be reclassified to profit or loss:    
    – Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations 8.7 (2.0)
    – Income tax impact on exchange differences on translation of foreign operations (1.5) 0.5
    – Change in value of debt investments at fair value through other comprehensive income 0.5
    – Income tax impact on change in value of debt investments at fair value through
    other comprehensive income
    (0.2)
         
    Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss:    
    – Change in value of equity investments at fair value through other comprehensive income 85.0
    – Income tax impact on change in value of equity investments at fair value through
    other comprehensive income
    (0.7)
    -Remeasurements of post-employment benefit obligations (1.0) (4.2)
    – Income tax impact on remeasurements of post-employment benefit obligations 0.1 0.5
    Other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax 90.6 (4.8)
    Total comprehensive income for the period 243.5 132.1
         
    Comprehensive income attributable to:    
    – Owners of the parent 235.9 125.6
    – Non-controlling interests 7.6 6.5
      FY 2024 FY 2023
    Profit for the period 620.7 536.4
         
    Other comprehensive income    
    Items that may be reclassified to profit or loss:    
    – Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations (27.9) (57.8)
    – Income tax impact on exchange differences on translation of foreign operations 2.0 6.3
    – Change in value of debt investments at fair value through other comprehensive income 0.7 7.1
    – Income tax impact on change in value of debt investments at fair value through
    other comprehensive income
       
      (0.2) (2.0)
    Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss:    
    – Change in value of equity investments at fair value through other comprehensive income 91.5 11.9
    – Income tax impact on change in value of equity investments at fair value through
    other comprehensive income
    (2.1) (3.1)
    – Remeasurements of post-employment benefit obligations 0.6 (1.4)
    – Income tax impact on remeasurements of post-employment benefit obligations (0.1) 0.2
    Other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax 64.6 (38.9)
    Total comprehensive income for the period 685.3 497.5
         
    Comprehensive income attributable to:    
    – Owners of the parent 651.8 475.7
    – Non-controlling interests 33.5 21.8

    Consolidated balance sheet

    in € million 31 December 2024 31 December 2023
    Non-current assets    
    Property, plant and equipment 106.2 114.4
    Right-of-use assets 57.5 55.7
    Goodwill and other intangible assets 6,096.2 6,108.2
    Deferred income tax assets 30.4 31.3
    Investments in associates and joint ventures 0.8 1.3
    Financial assets at fair value through OCI 357.0 262.7
    Other non-current assets 3.5 4.5
    Total non-current assets 6,651.6 6,578.0
         
    Current assets    
    Trade and other receivables 412.9 333.6
    Income tax receivable 11.4 15.512F12
    CCP clearing business assets 200,575.5 183,715.2
    Other current financial assets 63.8 103.1
    Cash & cash equivalents 1,673.5 1,448.8
    Total current assets 202,737.0 105,616.2
         
    Total assets 209,388.6 192,194.2 
         
    Equity    
    Shareholders’ equity 4,245.2 3,945.7
    Non-controlling interests 156.8 139.7
    Total Equity 4,402.0 4,085.3
         
    Non-current liabilities    
    Borrowings 2,537.0 3,031.6
    Lease liabilities 46.2 37.3
    Other non-current financial liabilities 3.5
    Deferred income tax liabilities 496.8 531.9
    Post-employment benefits 21.0 22.7
    Contract liabilities 56.4 60.0
    Other provisions 7.2 7.3
    Total Non-current liabilities 3,168.2 3,690.8
         
    Current liabilities    
    Borrowings 516.5 17.3
    Lease liabilities 15.8 22.2
    Derivative financial instruments 0.1
    CCP clearing business liabilities 200,644.7 183,832.2
    Income tax payable 91.1 46.1
    Trade and other payables 464.3 415.8
    Contract liabilities 80.1 79.3
    Other provisions 5.9 5.2
    Total Current liabilities 201,818.4 184,418.0
         
    Total equity and liabilities 209,388.6 192,194.2

    The Group adjusted the comparative period figures downwards by €43.1 million for both income tax receivables and income tax payables, to adjust for the netting of taxes in the Italian fiscal sub-group.

    Consolidated statement of cash flows

    in € million FY 2024 FY 2023
    Profit before tax 839.1 699.1
    Adjustments for:    
    – Depreciation and amortisation 188.7 170.1
    – Share based payments 15.6 14.4
    – Results from equity investments (33.3) (23.5)
    – Gain on sale of associate (1.2) (53.0)
    – Share of profit from associates and joint ventures (0.2) (6.5)
    – Changes in working capital (89.5) 155.5
         
    Cash flow from operating activities 919.2 956.1
    Income tax paid (210.6) (130.0)
    Net cash flows from operating activities 708.6 826.1
         
    Cash flow from investing activities    
    Business combinations, net of cash acquired (65.2)
    Proceeds from sale of subsidiary (0.2)
    Purchase of financial assets at FVOCI (2.8) (1.3)
    Proceeds from sale of associate 0.9 122.4
    Proceeds from disposal of equity investment at FVOCI 0.2
    Purchase of current financial assets (27.7) (72.3)
    Redemption of current financial assets 65.9 155.5
    Purchase of property, plant and equipment (18.0) (27.7)
    Purchase of intangible assets (69.3) (75.3)
    Interest received 45.7 25.3
    Dividends received from equity investments 33.3 23.5
    Dividends received from associates 0.1 7.8
    Net cash flow from investing activities (37.1) 157.9
         
    Cash flow from financing activities    
    Interest paid (29.4) (28.7)
    Payment of lease liabilities (20.8) (28.4)
    Transactions in own shares (106.7) (219.1)
    Transactions with non-controlling interests (0.1) (2.5)
    Withholding tax paid at vesting of shares (1.6) (1.0)
    Dividends paid to the company’s shareholders (257.3) (237.2)
    Dividends paid to non-controlling interests (25.8) (5.3)
    Net cash flow from financing activities (441.7) (522.2)
         
    Total cash flow over the period 229.9 461.8
    Cash and cash equivalents – Beginning of period 1,448.8 1,001.1
    Non cash exchange gains/(losses) on cash and cash equivalents (5.2) (14.1)
    Cash and cash equivalents – End of period 1,673.5 1,448.8
    in € million Q4 2024 Q4 2023
    Profit before tax 208.4 176.9
    Adjustments for:    
    – Depreciation and amortisation 49.6 45.6
    – Share based payments 5.2 3.9
    – Results from equity investments (10.0) (5.6)
    – Gain on sale of associate (11.4)
    – Share of profit from associates and joint ventures (0.1)
    – Changes in working capital (8.8) 44.1
         
    Cash flow from operating activities 244.3 253.5
    Income tax paid (69.2) (59.1)
    Net cash flows from operating activities 175.0 194.5
         
    Cash flow from investing activities    
    Business combinations, net of cash acquired (18.3)
    Purchase of financial assets at FVOCI (2.8)
    Proceeds from sale of associate 11.4
    Purchase of current financial assets (2.3) (3.7)
    Redemption of current financial assets 71.4
    Purchase of property, plant and equipment (7.4) (12.0)
    Purchase of intangible assets (23.4) (17.5)
    Interest received 13.7 12.0
    Dividends received from equity investments 10.0 5.6
    Net cash flow from investing activities (30.5)    67.2
         
    Cash flow from financing activities    
    Interest paid (0.5)
    Payment of lease liabilities (5.9) (7.2)
    Acquisitions of own shares (95.2) (138.0)
    Transactions with non-controlling interests (0.1) (2.5)
    Withholding tax paid at vesting of shares 0.2
    Dividends paid to non-controlling interests (3.0) (1.4)
    Net cash flow from financing activities (104.5) (149.0)
         
    Total cash flow over the period 40.0 112.6
    Cash and cash equivalents – Beginning of period 1,630.3 1,336.5
    Non cash exchange gains/(losses) on cash and cash equivalents 3.1 (0.2)
    Cash and cash equivalents – End of period 1,673.5 1,448.8

    Volumes for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024

    • Cash markets
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 %var
    Number of trading days 64 63  
    Number of transactions (buy and sells, incl. reported trades)
    Total Cash Market 153,172,698 145,907,592 +5.0%
    ADV Cash Market 2,393,323 2,315,994 +3.3%
    Transaction value (€ million, single counted)      
    Total Cash Market 674,892 602,148 +12.1%
    ADV Cash Market 10,545 9,558 +10.3%
           
    Listings      
    Number of Issuers on Equities      
    Euronext 1,812 1,888 -4.0%
    SMEs 1,433 1,493 -4.0%
    Number of Listed Securities      
    Funds 2,319 2,434 -4.7%
    ETFs 4,018 3,821 +5.2%
    Bonds 55,804 55,098 +1.3%
           
    Capital raised on primary and secondary market      
    Total Euronext, (€ million)      
    Number of new equity listings 16 13  
    Money Raised – New equity listings (incl. over-allotment) 163.9 247.2 -33.7%
    Money Raised – Follow-ons on equities 2,556 6,667 -61.7%
    Money Raised – Bonds 244,356 290,524 -15.9%
    Total Money Raised 247,076 297,438 -16.9%
           
    of which SMEs      
    Number of new equity listings 14 12  
    Money Raised – New equity listings (incl. over- allotment) 163.9 247.2 -33.7%
    Money Raised – Follow-ons on equities 1,655 4,474 -63.0%
    Money Raised – Bonds 2,779 1,671 +66.3%
    Total Money Raised 4,598 6,393 -28.1%
      FY 2024 FY 2023 %var
    Number of trading days 256 255  
    Number of transactions (buy and sells, inc. reported trades)
    Total Cash Market 603,696,978 625,895,768 -3.5%
    ADV Cash Market 2,358,191 2,454,493 -3.9%
    Transaction value ( € million, single counted)      
    Total Cash Market 2,663,692 2,563,560 +3.9%
    ADV Cash Market 10,405 10,053 +3.5%
           
    Capital raised on primary and secondary market      
    Total Euronext, in €m      
    Number of new equity listings 53 64  
    Money Raised – New equity listings (incl. over-allotment) 3,839.5 2,480.8 +54.8%
    Money Raised – Follow-ons on equities 15,782 20,177 -21.8%
    Money Raised – Bonds 1,190,154 1,156,035 +3.0%
    Total Money Raised 1,209,776 1,178,693 +2.6%
    of which SMEs      
    Number of new equity listings 47 59  
    Money Raised – New equity listings (incl. over-allotment) 872 1,275 -31.7%
    Money Raised – Follow-ons on equities 9,071 9,176 -1.1%
    Money Raised – Bonds 4,384 3,160 +38.7%
    Total Money Raised 14,326 13,612 +5.2%
    • Fixed income markets
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 %var
    Transaction value (€ million, single counted)      
    MTS      
    ADV MTS Cash 39,381 27,741 +42.0%
    TAADV MTS Repo 516,173 469,134 +10.0%
    Other fixed income      
    ADV Fixed income 1,656 1,504 +10.1%
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % var
    Transaction value (€ million, single counted)      
    MTS      
    ADV MTS Cash 37,021 23,026 +60.8%
    TAADV MTS Repo 483,247 436,039 +10.8%
    Other fixed income      
    ADV Fixed income 1,612 1,266 +27.4%
    • FX markets
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % var
    Number of trading days   64  
    FX volume ($m, single counted)      
    Total Euronext FX 1,720,896 1,532,340 +12.4%
    ADV Euronext FX 26,475 23,943 +10.6%
           
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % var
    Number of trading days   259  
    FX volume ($m, single counted)      
    Total Euronext FX 6,888,292 5,814,512 +18.5%
    ADV Euronext FX 26,493 22,450 +18.0%
    • Power markets
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % var
    Number of trading days 92 92  
    Power volume (in TWh)      
    ADV Day-ahead Power Market 2.99 3.10 -3.4%
    ADV Intraday Power Market 0.32 0.25 +27.1%
           
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % var
    Number of trading days         365 365  
    Power volume (in TWh)      
    ADV Day-ahead Power Market 2.74 2.74 +0.3%
    ADV Intraday Power Market 0.31 0.20 +55.0%
    • Derivatives markets
      Q4 2024 Q4 2023 % var
    Number of trading days 64 63  
    Derivatives Volume (in lots)      
    Equity 29,690,908 31,923,088 -7.0%
    Index 11,183,641 13,517,515 -17.3%
    Futures 6,723,915 7,914,354 -15.0%
    Options 4,459,726 5,603,161 -20.4%
    Individual Equity 18,507,267 18,405,573 +0.6%
    Futures 1,485,833 498,969 +197.8%
    Options 17,021,434 17,906,604 -4.9%
           
    Commodity 7,464,607 5,807,238 +28.5%
    Futures 7,133,617 5,478,945 +30.2%
    Options 330,990 328,293 +0.8%
           
    Total Euronext 37,155,515 37,730,326 -1.5%
    Total Futures 15,343,365 13,892,268 +10.4%
    Total Options 21,812,150 23,838,058 -8.5%
           
    Derivatives ADV (in lots)      
    Equity 463,920 506,716 -8.4%
    Index 174,744 214,564 -18.6%
    Futures 105,061 125,625 -16.4%
    Options 69,683 88,939 -21.7%
    Individual Equity 289,176 292,152 -1.0%
    Futures 23,216 7,920 +193.1%
    Options 265,960 284,232 -6.4%
           
    Commodity 116,634 92,178 +26.5%
    Futures 111,463 86,967 +28.2%
    Options 5,172 5,211 -0.8%
           
    Total Euronext 580,555 598,894 -3.1%
    Total Futures 239,740 220,512 +8.9%
    Total Options 340,815 378,382 -5.0%
           
      FY 2024 FY 2023 % var
    Number of trading days 256 255  
    Derivatives Volume (in lots)      
    Equity 128,897,410 134,733,803 -4.3%
    Index 50,472,727 55,863,644 -9.7%
    Futures 28,946,677 34,664,423 -16.5%
    Options 21,526,050 21,199,221 +1.5%
    Individual Equity 78,424,683 78,870,159 -0.6%
    Futures 6,237,384 1,955,140 +219.0%
    Options 72,187,299 76,915,019 -6.1%
           
    Commodity 29,779,883 23,173,370 +28.5%
    Futures 27,953,600 21,113,163 +32.4%
    Options 1,826,283 2,060,207 -11.4%
           
    Total Euronext 158,677,293 157,907,173 +0.5%
    Total Futures 63,137,661 57,732,726 +9.4%
    Total Options 95,539,632 100,174,447 -4.6%
           
    Derivatives ADV (in lots)      
    Equity 503,506 528,368 -4.7%
    Index 197,159 219,073 -10.0%
    Futures 113,073 135,939 -16.8%
    Options 84,086 83,134 +1.1%
    Individual Equity 306,346 309,295 -1.0%
    Futures 24,365 7,667 +217.8%
    Options 281,982 301,628 -6.5%
           
    Commodity 116,328 90,876 +28.0%
    Futures 109,194 82,797 +31.9%
    Options 7,134 8,079 -11.7%
           
    Total Euronext 619,833 619,244 +0.1%
    Total Futures 246,631 226,403 +8.9%
    Total Options 373,202 392,841 -5.0%
           
    • Derivatives open interest
      31 December 2024 31 December 2023 % var
    Open interest (in lots)      
           
    Equity 18,723,119 18,567,344 +0.8%
    Index 869,625 1,000,267 -13.1%
    Futures 410,598 517,679 -20.7%
    Options 459,027 482,588 -4.9%
    Individual Equity 17,853,494 17,567,077 +1.6%
    Futures 251,452 153,607 +63.7%
    Options 17,602,042 17,413,470 +1.1%
           
    Commodity 979,545 876,380 +11.8%
    Futures 787,929 656,667 +20.0%
    Options 191,616 219,713 -12.8%
           
    Total Euronext 19,702,664 19,443,724 +1.3%
    Total Futures 1,449,979 1,327,953 +9.2%
    Total Options 18,252,685 18,115,771 +0.8%

    1 Definition in Appendix – adjusted for non-underlying operating expenses excluding D&A and non-underlying revenue and income.
    2 Norwegian Krone
    3 Full year 2024 reported and adjusted EBITDA
    4 Like-for-like basis at constant currency
    5 The weighted number of shares used over 2024 was 103,578,980 for the basic calculation and 103,983,870 for the diluted calculation, compared to 106,051,799 and 106,376,338 respectively over 2023.
    6 Euronext is currently performing a €300 million share repurchase programme. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, subject to shareholders’ approval at the upcoming annual general meeting on 15 May 2025. The repurchased shares will be excluded from the payment of the dividend.
    7 Subject to receipt of applicable regulatory approvals
    8 For the total adjustments performed please refer to the Appendix of this press release.
    9 According to data from Dealogic
    10 Euronext Clearing was expanded to Euronext legacy markets commodity derivatives on 15 July 2024 and Euronext legacy markets financial derivatives on 9 September 2024.
    11 For the total adjustments performed please refer to the Appendix of this press release.
    12 Income tax receivables and payables were restated by -€43.1m for Italian tax netting

    Attachment

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  • MIL-OSI: Gamco Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust Declares Monthly Distributions of $0.03 per Share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RYE, N.Y., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Trustees of GAMCO Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust (NYSE American:GGN) (the “Fund”) approved the continuation of its policy of paying monthly cash distributions. The Board of Trustees declared cash distributions of $0.03 per share for each of April, May, and June 2025. Based on current dynamics, the Fund may make distributions in excess of the Fund’s earnings. It is currently expected that distributions to common shareholders in 2025 will primarily constitute a return of capital for tax purposes.

    Distribution Month Record Date Payable Date Distribution Per Share
    April April 15, 2025 April 23, 2025 $ 0.03
    May May 15, 2025 May 22, 2025 $ 0.03
    June June 13, 2025 June 23, 2025 $ 0.03

    Each quarter, the Board of Trustees reviews the amount of any potential distribution from the income, realized capital gain, or capital available. The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund’s distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund’s net asset value and the financial market environment. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

    Because the Fund’s current monthly distributions are subject to modification by the Board of Trustees at any time and the Fund’s income will fluctuate, there can be no assurance that the Fund will pay distributions at a particular rate or frequency. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution.

    Short-term capital gains, qualified dividend income, ordinary income, and return of capital, if any, will be allocated on a pro-rata basis to all distributions to common shareholders for the year. There are no capital loss carryforwards for book purposes. Therefore the Fund, on a book basis, may be distributing short term gains generated from option premiums that will not be taxable in 2025 because of the capital loss carryforwards available on a tax basis. The estimated components of each distribution are updated and provided to shareholders of record in a notice accompanying the distribution and are available on our website (www.gabelli.com). The final determination of the sources of all distributions in 2025 will be made after year end and can vary from the monthly estimates. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution. All individual shareholders with taxable accounts will receive written notification regarding the components and tax treatment for all 2025 distributions in early 2026 via Form 1099-DIV.

    Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. For more information regarding the Fund’s distribution policy and other information about the Fund, call:

    Molly Marion
    (914) 921-5681

    The Fund’s NAV per share will fluctuate with changes in the market value of the Fund’s portfolio securities. Stocks are subject to market, economic, and business risks that cause their prices to fluctuate. Investors acquire shares of the Fund on a securities exchange at market value, which fluctuates according to the dynamics of supply and demand. When Fund shares are sold, they may be worth more or less than their original cost. Consequently, you can lose money by investing in the Fund.

    Covered Call and Other Option Transaction Risks. There are several risks associated with writing covered calls and entering into other types of option transactions. For example, there are significant differences between the securities and options markets that could result in an imperfect correlation between these markets, resulting in a given transaction not achieving its objectives. In addition, a decision as to whether, when, and how to use covered call options involves the exercise of skill and judgment, and even a well-conceived transaction may be unsuccessful because of market behavior or unexpected events. As the writer of a covered call option, the Fund forgoes, during the option’s life, the opportunity to profit from increases in the market value of the security covering the call option above the exercise price of the call option, but has retained the risk of loss should the price of the underlying security decline.

    About The GAMCO Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust
    The GAMCO Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company with $735 million in total net assets whose primary investment objective is to provide a high level of current income. The Fund invests primarily in equity securities of gold and natural resources companies and intends to earn income primarily through a strategy of writing (selling) primarily covered call options on equity securities in its portfolio. The Fund is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC, a subsidiary of GAMCO Investors, Inc. (OTCQX: GAMI).

    NYSE American – GGN
    CUSIP – 36465A109

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  • MIL-OSI: GAMCO Natural Resources, Gold & Income Trust Declares Monthly Distributions of $0.04 per Share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RYE, N.Y., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Trustees of GAMCO Natural Resources, Gold & Income Trust (NYSE:GNT) (the “Fund”) approved the continuation of its policy of paying monthly cash distributions. The Board of Trustees declared cash distributions of $0.04 per share for each of April, May, and June 2025. Based on current dynamics, the Fund may make distributions in excess of the Fund’s earnings. It is currently expected that distributions to common shareholders in 2025 will primarily constitute a return of capital for tax purposes.

    The Board of Trustees increased the annual distribution 33% to $0.48 per share, which will be paid $0.04 per share monthly, commencing with the October 2024 monthly distribution.

    Distribution Month Record Date Payable Date Distribution Per Share
    April April 15, 2025 April 23, 2025 $0.04
    May May 15, 2025 May 22, 2025 $0.04
    June June 13, 2025 June 23, 2025 $0.04

    Each quarter, the Board of Trustees reviews the amount of any potential distribution from the income, realized capital gain, or capital available. The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund’s distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund’s net asset value and the financial market environment. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

    Because the Fund’s current monthly distributions are subject to modification by the Board of Trustees at any time and the Fund’s income will fluctuate, there can be no assurance that the Fund will pay distributions at a particular rate or frequency. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution.

    Short-term capital gains, qualified dividend income, ordinary income, and return of capital, if any, will be allocated on a pro-rata basis to all distributions to common shareholders for the year. There are no capital loss carryforwards for book purposes. Therefore the Fund, on a book basis, may be distributing short term gains generated from option premiums that will not be taxable in 2025 because of the capital loss carryforwards available on a tax basis. The estimated components of each distribution are updated and provided to shareholders of record in a notice accompanying the distribution and are available on our website (www.gabelli.com). The final determination of the sources of all distributions in 2025 will be made after year end and can vary from the monthly estimates. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution. All individual shareholders with taxable accounts will receive written notification regarding the components and tax treatment for all 2025 distributions in early 2026 via Form 1099-DIV.

    Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. For more information regarding the Fund’s distribution policy and other information about the Fund, call:

    David Schachter
    (914) 921-5057

    The Fund’s NAV per share will fluctuate with changes in the market value of the Fund’s portfolio securities. Stocks are subject to market, economic, and business risks that cause their prices to fluctuate. Investors acquire shares of the Fund on a securities exchange at market value, which fluctuates according to the dynamics of supply and demand. When Fund shares are sold, they may be worth more or less than their original cost. Consequently, you can lose money by investing in the Fund.

    Covered Call and Other Option Transaction Risks. There are several risks associated with writing covered calls and entering into other types of option transactions. For example, there are significant differences between the securities and options markets that could result in an imperfect correlation between these markets, resulting in a given transaction not achieving its objectives. In addition, a decision as to whether, when, and how to use covered call options involves the exercise of skill and judgment, and even a well-conceived transaction may be unsuccessful because of market behavior or unexpected events. As the writer of a covered call option, the Fund forgoes, during the option’s life, the opportunity to profit from increases in the market value of the security covering the call option above the exercise price of the call option, but has retained the risk of loss should the price of the underlying security decline.

    About The GAMCO Natural Resources, Gold & Income Trust
    The GAMCO Natural Resources, Gold & Income Trust is a diversified, closed-end management investment company with $142 million in total net assets whose primary investment objective is to provide a high level of current income. The Fund invests primarily in equity securities of gold and natural resources companies and intends to earn income primarily through a strategy of writing (selling) primarily covered call options on equity securities in its portfolio. The Fund is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC, a subsidiary of GAMCO Investors, Inc. (OTCQX: GAMI).

    NYSE – GNT
    CUSIP – 36465E101

    Investor Relations Contact:
    David Schachter
    (914) 921-5057
    dschachter@gabelli.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Proto Hologram names Todd Bouman as CEO

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Proto Inc., the original hologram and spatial compute company, announced today that Todd Bouman has taken the role of CEO. The electronics industry veteran was handpicked by Proto inventor, and founding CEO, David Nussbaum, who steps up into the new position of Chairman. 

    Bouman was most recently President, CEO and Chair of  Sharp/NEC Display Solutions, Americas. There he crafted a transformative strategy that established the company as a dominant player in the global electronics and software display industry resulting in sizable increases in revenue and doubling of profits.  Under his continued leadership, Bouman was instrumental in leading the joint-venture integration of the America’s business with Sharp Electronics.

    Bouman is tasked with driving exponential growth for hologram-sector creator Proto, drawing from his vast experiences working at global tech companies in the consumer and commercial hardware and services industry to drive exponential growth for Proto.

    Nussbaum will continue to be the company’s visionary, shaping strategy and driving more of the innovation that created an entire industry of hologram communications and no-headset spatial compute. He will focus on fundraising, brand development, strategic alliances, content collaborations, and elevating Proto’s presence through thought leadership and presentations at top industry events.

    The change comes at an extraordinary time for Proto after a record year for revenue, the successful launch of its next generation hologram devices – the full-size Proto Luma and desk-top sized M2 – and rapidly increasing adoption of its AI tools across many industries including finance, enterprise, healthcare, education, retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment. Proto is launching its Series B fundraise in Q2 to accelerate new development initiatives and market growth. 

    “As the founder, Proto is like a child to me,” said David Nussbaum, Founder and Chairman of Proto Inc. “Entrusting it to someone else wasn’t a decision I took lightly. I needed absolute confidence that the new leader had the experience and proven ability to take my vision for Proto to the next level. Todd Bouman is that person. With his dynamic leadership, I’m confident he’ll help fulfill my mission of making Proto Hologram technology an essential part of daily life. Proto has already accomplished more than I could have dreamed when I was back in my living room trying to invent something people said would only happen in the future. Todd is the kind of transformational leader who can make sure that future is now.”

    In addition to his successful transformation of Sharp/NEC’s display business, Bouman possesses a wealth of experience from previous roles with Samsung and HP in bringing new technologies to market, driving exponential growth and pioneering strategic shifts across global tech landscapes. At Samsung, Bouman led key product growth initiatives propelling Samsung into the consumer and commercial notebook market and accelerating brand growth in the B2B industry.  At HP, Bouman was instrumental in managing and growing HP’s ultralight notebook product category into key commercial verticals. His proven track record in executive leadership, business development, and technology integration makes him an ideal fit for Proto’s ambitious goals.

    “Proto is poised as an industry leader to revolutionize the way we interact with digital content,” said Todd Bouman, CEO of Proto Inc. “I am thrilled to lead this extraordinarily innovative company as it scales its transformative technology to new heights. My experience in driving growth and innovation will help us accelerate Proto’s mission – and David’s original futuristic vision – of making holographic technology accessible to everyone.”

    Proto has had a steady flow of news in recent months including the beginning of the first ever actual doctor-patient hologram appointments, announced at UC Berkeley and already expanding across the network of clinics run by West Cancer Center. The deployment of the first hologram ad network at 30 premier Simon mall locations and growing to 100 by Q4 also made headlines. Proto has been singled out as one of the most important companies at CES, NRF and AWS re:Invent, where it demonstrated another first, an autonomous conversation between AI hologram agents.

    In addition, Proto continues to grow its business with all the  pro sports leagues;  expansion into more top universities; massive media saturation including projects that reach super-influencer MrBeast’s following of nearly 500 million; and deepening partnerships with companies such as AARP, Accenture, BestBuy, CBS, Christie’s, HPE, PwC, and Verizon.

    “Proto is all about bringing people together – giving them real presence when they can’t be together across space or time – remember, William Shatner called Proto a Time Machine,” said Nussbaum. “We’ve got our Series B raise approaching, exciting collaborations with some of the most well known companies on earth, and a roadmap of development that will make Proto the solution for even more needs. Whether you’re a partner, customer, investor or just someone who is excited by discovering what’s changing the world next, we’ll keep hustling to impress you.”

    Follow Proto on all platforms at @ProtoHologram for updates.

    For photos, videos, demos or interviews contact: owen@protohologram.com

    About Proto Inc.: Proto Inc. is the patented leader in hologram technology and AI spatial computing. Proto devices and its platform are in use across enterprise, finance, healthcare, education, retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment. Invented in Los Angeles and with showrooms and distribution partners around the globe, Proto distributes the large Proto Epic and Proto Luma, the desktop-sized Proto M, and a suite of hologram AI and spatial computing services. Learn more at protohologram.com

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  • MIL-OSI: The GDL Fund Declares First Quarter Distribution of $0.12 Per Share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RYE, N.Y., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Trustees of The GDL Fund (NYSE:GDL) (the “Fund”) declared a $0.12 per share cash distribution payable on March 24, 2025 to common shareholders of record on March 17, 2025.

    The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund’s distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund’s net asset value and the financial market environment. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

    The Fund makes annual distributions of its realized net long-term capital gains and quarterly cash distributions of all or a portion of its investment company taxable income to common shareholders. A portion of the distribution may be a return of capital and various factors will affect the level of the Fund’s income, such as its asset mix and use of merger arbitrage strategies. To permit the Fund to maintain more stable distributions, the Fund may distribute more than the entire amount of income earned in a particular period. Because the Fund’s current quarterly distributions are subject to modification by the Board of Trustees at any time and the Fund’s income will fluctuate, there can be no assurance that the Fund will pay distributions at a particular rate or frequency.

    If the Fund does not generate sufficient earnings (dividends and interest income, less expenses, and realized net capital gain) equal to or in excess of the aggregate distributions paid by the Fund in a given year, then the amount distributed in excess of the Fund’s earnings would be deemed a return of capital. Since this would be considered a return of a portion of a shareholder’s original investment, it is generally not taxable and would be treated as a reduction in the shareholder’s cost basis.

    Short-term capital gains, qualified dividend income, investment company taxable income, and return of capital, if any, will be allocated on a pro-rata basis to all distributions to common shareholders for the year. Long-term capital gains, if any, are distributed in the final distribution of the year. Based on the accounting records of the Fund currently available, the current distribution paid to common shareholders in 2025 would be deemed 100% from paid-in capital on a book basis. This does not represent information for tax reporting purposes. The estimated components of each distribution are updated and provided to shareholders of record in a notice accompanying the distribution and are available on our website (www.gabelli.com). The final determination of the sources of all distributions in 2025 will be made after year end and can vary from the quarterly estimates. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution. All individual shareholders with taxable accounts will receive written notification regarding the components and tax treatment for all 2025 distributions in early 2026 via Form 1099-DIV.

    Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. For more information regarding the Fund’s distribution policy and other information about the Fund, call:

    Laurissa Martire
    (914) 921-5399

    About The GDL Fund
    The GDL Fund is a diversified, closed-end management investment company with $167 million in total net assets whose investment objective is to achieve absolute returns in various market conditions without excessive risk of capital. The Fund is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC, a subsidiary of GAMCO Investors, Inc. (OTCQX: GAMI).

    NYSE – GDL
    CUSIP – 361570104

    Investor Relations Contact:
    Laurissa Martire
    (914) 921-5399
    lmartire@gabelli.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Gabelli Equity Trust 10% Distribution Policy Reaffirmed and Declared First Quarter Distribution of $0.15 Per Share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RYE, N.Y., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Directors of The Gabelli Equity Trust Inc. (NYSE:GAB) (the “Fund”) reaffirmed and satisfied its 10% distribution policy by declaring a $0.15 per share cash distribution payable on March 24, 2025 to common stock shareholders of record on March 17, 2025.

    The Fund intends to pay a minimum annual distribution of 10% of the average net asset value of the Fund within a calendar year or an amount sufficient to satisfy the minimum distribution requirements of the Internal Revenue Code for regulated investment companies. The average net asset value of the Fund is based on the average net asset values as of the last day of the four preceding calendar quarters during the year. The net asset value per share fluctuates daily.

    Each quarter, the Board of Directors reviews the amount of any potential distribution from the income, realized capital gain, or capital available. The Board of Directors will continue to monitor the Fund’s distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund’s net asset value and the current financial market environment. The Fund’s distribution policy is subject to modification by the Board of Directors at any time, and there can be no guarantee that the policy will continue. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

    All or part of the distribution may be treated as long-term capital gain or qualified dividend income (or a combination of both) for individuals, each subject to the maximum federal income tax rate for long term capital gains, which is currently 20% in taxable accounts for individuals (or less depending on an individual’s tax bracket). In addition, certain U.S. shareholders who are individuals, estates or trusts and whose income exceeds certain thresholds will be required to pay a 3.8% Medicare surcharge on their “net investment income”, which includes dividends received from the Fund and capital gains from the sale or other disposition of shares of the Fund.

    If the Fund does not generate sufficient earnings (dividends and interest income, less expenses, and realized net capital gain) equal to or in excess of the aggregate distributions paid by the Fund in a given year, then the amount distributed in excess of the Fund’s earnings would be deemed a return of capital. Since this would be considered a return of a portion of a shareholder’s original investment, it is generally not taxable and would be treated as a reduction in the shareholder’s cost basis.

    Long-term capital gains, qualified dividend income, investment company taxable income, and return of capital, if any, will be allocated on a pro-rata basis to all distributions to common shareholders for the year. Based on the accounting records of the Fund currently available, the current distribution paid to common shareholders in 2025 would include approximately 4% from net capital gains and 84% would be deemed a return of capital on a book basis. This does not represent information for tax reporting purposes. The estimated components of each distribution are updated and provided to shareholders of record in a notice accompanying the distribution and are available on our website (www.gabelli.com). The final determination of the sources of all distributions in 2025 will be made after year end and can vary from the quarterly estimates. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution. All individual shareholders with taxable accounts will receive written notification regarding the components and tax treatment for all 2025 distributions in early 2026 via Form 1099-DIV.

    Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. For more information regarding the Fund’s distribution policy and other information about the Fund, call:

    Molly Marion
    (914) 921-5681

    About The Gabelli Equity Trust
    The Gabelli Equity Trust Inc. is a diversified, closed-end management investment company with $2.0 billion in total net assets whose primary investment objective is long-term growth of capital. The Fund is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC, a subsidiary of GAMCO Investors, Inc. (OTCQX: GAMI).

    NYSE – GAB
    CUSIP – 362397101

    Investor Relations Contact:
    Molly Marion
    (914) 921-5681
    mmarion@gabelli.com

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  • MIL-OSI: ATC Managers, LLC Closes $51 Million Loan for Multifamily Portfolio Acquisition and Refinance

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BAKERSFIELD, Calif., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ATC Managers, LLC, a direct private lender specializing in flexible real estate financing, is pleased to announce the successful closing of a $51 million loan for the acquisition and refinance of a multifamily portfolio spanning Los Angeles, Miami, Dallas, Phoenix and Atlanta.

    The portfolio includes a strategic mix of properties in five cities:

    Dallas: 200 units of Class C Garden-Style Apartments, valued at $18 million, priced at $90K per unit with a 7.8% cap rate. The property focuses on increasing operational efficiencies and rent growth in affordable housing areas.

    Los Angeles: 100 units of Class B Workforce Housing, valued at $22 million, priced at $220K per unit with a 5.3% cap rate. Located in rapidly appreciating neighborhoods like Inglewood and North Hollywood, this property presents both stabilized and value-add opportunities.

    Miami: 150 units of Value-Add Mid-Rise properties, valued at $11 million, priced at $73K per unit with a 6.0% cap rate. Situated in high-demand areas such as Little Havana and Wynwood, these properties offer strong potential for renovations and upgrades.

    Phoenix: 120 units of Class B Garden-Style Apartments, valued at $8 million, priced at $67K per unit with a 6.2% cap rate. Located in areas with strong population growth and a demand for workforce housing, this property presents an opportunity for both operational improvements and rent increases.

    Atlanta: 90 units of Class C Workforce Housing, valued at $6 million, priced at $66K per unit with a 7.3% cap rate. This property, located in a rapidly growing suburban area, offers significant value-add potential with renovations and rent growth opportunities.

    The loan is structured with a fixed interest rate of 8.5% over a 5-year term, providing the borrower with the flexibility to execute their investment strategy, focusing on renovations, operational enhancements, and holding for long-term appreciation. This customized financing solution offers a more efficient, streamlined path to maximizing returns, without the restrictions typically associated with traditional bank financing.

    “At ATC Managers, LLC, we pride ourselves on offering flexible, tailored financing solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients,” said Vanmatre Wilbur, CEO of ATC Managers, LLC. “This $51 million deal is a prime example of how we can customize our services to accommodate the diverse needs of real estate investors. By providing 100% financing for both acquisition and refinance, we’re helping our clients optimize their portfolios without the constraints of traditional lending options.”

    For more information, please contact:

    Reisman Joel

    Loan Officer

    ATC Managers, LLC

    (661) 238-7997

    R.Joel@atcmanagers.com

    www.ATCManagers.com

    About ATC Managers, LLC

    ATC Managers, LLC is a direct private lender offering specialized real estate financing solutions for investors and developers. With loans starting at $5 million, ATC Managers provides customized capital for acquisitions, refinancing, and development projects across the United States.

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  • MIL-OSI: Baltic Horizon Fund plans to delist its SDR-s from Nasdaq Stockholm

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Northern Horizon Capital AS has decided to initiate the termination of Baltic Horizon Fund’s Swedish Depositary Receipts (the „SDR“) program and delist the SDRs from Nasdaq Stockholm. The delisting is expected to take place in August 2025 at the earliest.

    The reason behind the decision is that the number of SDRs held by Baltic Horizon Fund investors and trading on Nasdaq Stockholm has considerably decreased. As of 29 January 2025, the total amount of SDRs was 7,902,390, amounting to approximately 5.5% of all the outstanding units, compared to 24,077,945 SDRs as of 31 December 2023, approximately 25%.

    According to the information available to the fund manager, many of the Baltic Horizon Fund´s Swedish investors have already converted their SDRs to Estonian fund units and, thus, can trade on Nasdaq Tallinn. This, in turn has reduced the liquidity of the SDRs on Nasdaq Stockholm, as during 2024 only 4.8 % of all the trades done with Baltic Horizon Fund units were executed on Nasdaq Stockholm. During 2024, more than 15 million Baltic Horizon Fund units were traded over the stock exchanges.

    Considering the above, the fund manager finds the discontinuation of the SDR programme and secondary listing on Nasdaq Stockholm to be reasonable and in the collective interests of the investors as it also enables to decrease the fund’s cost base.

    Northern Horizon Capital AS will discuss a detailed step plan with the Swedish partners and advisors to ensure the SDR holders can convert their SDRs to fund units held in Nasdaq CSD or have sufficient time to dispose of them. More information about the process and a detailed timeline will be provided to the investors in the coming weeks.

    The envisaged plan has no effect on investors holding their investments in Baltic Horizon Fund units listed on Nasdaq Tallinn.

    For additional information, please contact:

    Tarmo Karotam
    Baltic Horizon Fund manager
    E-mail tarmo.karotam@nh-cap.com
    www.baltichorizon.com

    The Fund is a registered contractual public closed-end real estate fund that is managed by Alternative Investment Fund Manager license holder Northern Horizon Capital AS. 

    Distribution: GlobeNewswire, Nasdaq Tallinn, Nasdaq Stockholm, www.baltichorizon.com

    To receive Nasdaq announcements and news from Baltic Horizon Fund about its projects, plans and more, register on www.baltichorizon.com. You can also follow Baltic Horizon Fund on www.baltichorizon.com and on LinkedIn, FacebookX and YouTube.

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  • MIL-OSI: IGadgets and LONGER collaborate on promoting The LONGER Nano Duo: The Best AI Laser Engraver

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    GARDEN GROVE, Calif., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IGadgets is pleased to announce its collaboration with LONGER, who pushed the boundaries in 3d printing and laser engraver technology.

    The world of laser engraving is evolving, and the LONGER Nano Duo is at the forefront of this revolution. Designed for both professionals and hobbyists, this AI-driven engraver blends power, precision, and ease of use like never before.

    AI instant Text to Image Design

    No professional design skills needed, you can get your desired design in seconds with LONGER self-developed Laser burn Software and APP. Simply type in your ideas and Laser burn will turn them to up to 10 different designs with 3 image ratios selectable to choose from.

    AI Eye Auto Batch Production

    The AI Eyes 16MP camera ensures perfect focus with ease, automatically filling patterns and transforming ordinary materials into stunning 3D reliefs. It auto-recognizes material shapes making batch production faster and simpler than ever.

    20W Diode + 2W IR Laser

    Nano Duo delivers exceptional engrave and cut on almost any material. As it has combined the abilities of two lasers: a 2W infrared laser, perfect for precise metal engraving, and a 20W blue diode laser which is ideal for a wide range of materials.

    Detailed 3D Embossing on wood

    Nano Duo’s algorithm can automatically adjust lifting laser head engraving depth based on a material’s colour, achieving incredibly detailed and refined 3D embossing effects with precise and ease.

    Expanding Creative Possibilities

    Nano Duo offers a 160x140mm intrinsic working area, which can be expanded to an impressive 300x300mm with the dual-axis extension, giving you the freedom to push your creative boundaries and bring intricate ideas to life.

    Versatility & Efficiency

    Nano Duo has the Smart Track Vertical Cut pioneered by LONGER which preserves exceptional engraving detail and precision, while also enabling motion vertical cutting at any spots up to 16mm for greater versatility

    Speed Meets Precision

    The Nano Duo is capable of engraving at up to 10000 mm/s, delivering precise and rapid results that rival industrial-grade machines. Nano Duo minimizes wait times, whether you’re working on intricate designs or large-scale projects.

    0.00199mm Motion Accuracy

    With advanced laser components, the Nano Duo ensures every detail of your creations is captured with flawless precision. Paired with innovative 225-point position calibration, it delivers razor-sharp edges and guarantees exceptional accuracy.

    Ultimate Freedom & Accessibility

    Enjoy 360-degree engraving freedom with handheld capability, creating offline without constraints. The Nano Duo is more than just a tool—it’s an innovation that turns your visions into reality.

    Engrave like a master. Dream it. AI designs it. Nano Duo achieves it.

    About LONGER

    LONGER‘s story began in 2016 when the brand acquired RepRapPro, a British 3D printing pioneer that had spawned over 80% of the world’s 3D printers. This strategic merger broadened LONGER’s possibilities and drove unprecedented growth.

    In 2018, LONGER established its own ISO9001-compliant manufacturing facility to maintain the highest quality standards. This move significantly boosted the brand’s credibility and recognition in the industry. The same year, LONGER secured a round of large-scale financing from Dongfang Fuhai, which further fueled its innovation and development.

    Facing the future, LONGER began preparations for the establishment of a global operation center, warehousing facilities, and after-sales service outlets in 2019. This initiative aimed to ensure a seamless experience for its growing customer base

    For further information please visit longer3d.com or check the LONGER campaign page here.

    This article is being distributed with the help of IGadgets, who is interested in publishing and spreading new, innovative, and beneficial ideas, as well as exploring Crowdfunding projects on a wide range of platforms. And this article is about one of these ideas, which was found to be both interesting and useful.

    IGadgets Hub, one of the latest and most exciting players in the crowdfunding world. Founded in Garden Grove, California in 2019. This company is on a mission to support and assist any creative idea that comes their way. IGadgets offers a range of services to help Crowdfunding projects succeed, from concept development to finished campaigns and beyond, including newsletter and social media marketing, as well as public release services.

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  • MIL-OSI: Legible & CAMB.AI Unlock New Revenue Streams with Global Multilingual Audiobook Access

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    VANCOUVER, British Columbia and DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Legible Inc. (CSE: READ) (OTCQB: LEBGF) (FSE: D0T). On Wednesday, February 12, 2024 (“Legible” / “Company”), and CAMB.AI Ltd. (“CAMB.AI”), signed an agreement to enhance the digital reading experience, leveraging artificial intelligence (“AI”) on demand to instantly convert millions of eBooks into high-quality audiobooks in over 160 languages. This accessibility tool is poised to unlock global markets, delivering previously unavailable content to readers around the world.

    With millions of eBooks available across all genres, this collaboration represents an extraordinary market opportunity—hundreds of millions of hours of potential audiobook content available to readers anytime, anywhere as seamless reading and listening experiences, —enabling publishers and authors to reach international audiences with new speed, efficiency, and savings. CAMB.AI’s AI-driven voice localization and instant translation technologies will be integrated into Legible’s platform, enhancing the accessibility and commercial viability of every eBook.

    “This is an exciting development in accessibility for books,” said Kaleeg Hainsworth, CEO of Legible. “By partnering with CAMB.AI, we’re enabling publishers and authors to create high-quality, multilingual audiobooks faster and more affordably than ever before. With this integration, books on our platform can reach new markets in multiple languages faster than ever before and can do so across any device, expanding access and revenue potential globally.”

    This AI-driven solution will be commercialized as a premium add-on to Legible’s subscription service, and also accessible via Legible’s apps, browser-based platform, and in-car infotainment systems, with revenues and savings being directly passed on to publishers and authors. This ensures a truly international accessibility offering, enhancing the reading experience for users worldwide.

    User Journey & Offering:

    • Instant toggling between eBook text and audiobook mode.
    • AI-powered voice synthesis delivering narration in over 160 languages.
    • Publishers retain full control, ensuring opt-in participation without disruption.
    • Traditional audiobook production costs can be substantially reduced while maintaining professional quality including tone and intonation.
    • Voice actors can license their voices for AI-generated narrations, ensuring fair compensation and ethical AI integration.

    “Legible’s vision aligns perfectly with our mission to eliminate language barriers and promote global literacy,” said Akshat Prakash, CTO & Co-Founder of CAMB.AI. “Our proprietary AI models enable publishers and content creators to instantly translate their works into multiple languages, reaching wider audiences on an unprecedented scale via Legible’s platform.”

    By drastically lowering audiobook production costs for multiple language audiences, while maintaining voice quality, this partnership removes long-standing barriers in the publishing industry. Authors and publishers can now reach international markets in record time, tapping into new revenue potential.

    Legible and CAMB.AI are committed to ethical AI use, ensuring publishers and voice actors retain full control in this ecosystem. This guarantees creative integrity, fair compensation practices, and a sustainable model for the future of publishing.

    About CAMB.AI
    Established in 2022, CAMB.AI leads content localization with a five-year foundation in advanced AI research in speech and translation. Our team comprises AI experts from top level companies and institutions. We’ve pioneered the zero-shot AI Dubbing platform, delivering hyper-realistic content translation in 160+ languages. CAMB.AI empowers content creators and owners across media, sports, and education, to transcend language barriers and make content universally relatable on a global scale.

    About Legible
    Legible is a mobile-centric global company specializing in eBooks and audiobook entertainment. Its extensive partnerships encompass four of the Big 5 Publishers, the world’s largest eBook distributor, and a wide range of outstanding and innovative publishers of all sizes, enabling Legible to seamlessly deliver millions of multilingual eBooks and audiobooks, transforming any smart device into a source of cutting-edge infotainment.

    Legible is advancing mobile-centric eBook and audiobook experiences with interactive AI-driven content in Living Books, including comics and manga. Legible’s recent release, FrankensteinAI, third in the Company’s AI Classics series, reimagines Mary Shelley’s masterpiece with animated AI art developed by digital artist Remo Camerota and immersive character-driven AI chat, offering readers a uniquely engaging journey through the classic horror tale. Legible is also the exclusive publisher of the My Model Kitchen series of video-enriched Living Cookbooks by former supermodel, talk show host, bestselling author, and celebrity chef, Cristina Ferrare, with an embedded AI Sous Chef for each recipe, which have been featured three times on the Drew Barrymore Show and in many other major US media outlets.

    As a first mover in the rapidly expanding automotive infotainment market, Legible has partnered with media providers Appning by FORVIA, Harman Ignite, LiveOne, ACCESS Twine4Car, and Visteon. Legible has the only Android Automotive app with the capacity to deliver both audiobooks and eBooks to drivers and passengers into tens of millions of vehicles around the globe, positioning Legible at the forefront of the new world of in-car infotainment experiences.

    The 2024 EdTech Breakthrough Award winner for eLearning Innovation of the Year, Legible is reshaping the digital publishing landscape, committed to gaining a significant market share by providing innovative 21st-century publishing solutions and enriching global reading experiences.

    Becoming a member of Legible Unbound for only US$9.99 provides readers access to unbeatable value on unlimited reading and listening, plus exclusive member-only access to Legible’s unique Living Books. Please visit Legible.com and discover the place where eBooks come to life.

    Contacts

    Legible Inc.
    Ms. Deborah Harford, EVP, Global Strategic Partnerships
    Tel.: +1-604-283-2028
    Email: invest@legible.com
    Website: https://invest.legible.com

    Krupp Kommunications, Inc.
    Ms. Kathy Giaconia, VP Media Relations
    Tel.: +1-213-324-5665
    Email: kgiaconia@kruppagency.com
    Website: www.KruppAgency.com

    CAMB.AI
    Mr. Grigorij Richters, PR
    Email: grig@xwecan.com
    Website: www.camb.ai

    Ms. Katie Case
    Email: katie@srkstrategies.com
    Website: https://www.camb.ai/

    Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Information
    This Press Release contains certain statements which constitute forward-looking statements or information (“forward-looking statements”), including statements regarding Legible’s business. Such forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, some of which are beyond Legible’s control, including the impact of general economic conditions, industry conditions, currency fluctuations, the lack of availability of qualified personnel or management, stock market volatility and the ability to access sufficient capital from internal and external sources. Although Legible believes that the expectations in its forward-looking statements are reasonable, they are based on factors and assumptions concerning future events which may prove to be inaccurate. Those factors and assumptions are based upon currently available information. Such statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could influence actual results or events and cause actual results or events to differ materially from those stated, anticipated or implied in the forward-looking information. As such, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward- looking information, as no assurance can be provided as to future results, levels of activity or achievements. The forward-looking statements contained in this document are made as of the date of this document and, except as required by applicable law, Legible does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or to revise any of the included forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. The forward-looking statements contained in this document are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

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  • MIL-OSI: Treasury Bill Auction Announcement – RIKV 25 0521 – RIKV 25 0820

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Series RIKV 25 0521 RIKV 25 0820
    ISIN IS0000036986 IS0000037216
    Maturity Date 05/21/2025 08/20/2025
    Auction Date 02/17/2025 02/17/2025
    Settlement Date 02/19/2025 02/19/2025

    On the Auction Date, between 10:30 am and 11:00 am, the Government Debt Management will auction Treasury bills in the Series, with the ISIN numbers and with the Maturity Dates according to the table above. Payments for the Treasury bills must be received by the Central Bank before 14:00 on the Settlement Date and the Bills will be delivered in electronic form on the same day.

    Further reference is made to the General Terms of Icelandic Treasury bills and General Terms of Auction for Treasury bills on the Government Debt Management website.

    For additional information please contact Oddgeir Gunnarsson, Government Debt Management, at +354 569 9635.

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  • MIL-OSI: Striim Relocates Headquarters to Historic Downtown Palo Alto, Marking a New Chapter of AI-Driven Innovation and Growth

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Striim, Inc., a leader in real-time data integration, analytics, and real-time AI, is proud to announce the relocation of its corporate headquarters to a new state-of-the-art office at 500 Emerson Street in downtown Palo Alto, California, a landmark building formerly home to Facebook and Technology Crossover Ventures. This move reflects Striim’s continued growth and commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological excellence.

    After its foundation at 575 Middlefield Road, Striim’s relocation to its new headquarters marks a pivotal step in the company’s growth and evolution. Designed to enhance internal operations, the new space features upgraded coworking areas and meeting facilities tailored for hybrid work. This move also supports the expansion of Striim’s strategic partnerships with hyperscalers and system integrators (SIs) while continuing to grow its customer base. Additionally, the new headquarters include an executive briefing center, providing an ideal setting for engaging with clients and partners, fueling the next phase of Striim’s partnership-driven growth.

    “This move underscores Striim’s dedication to innovation and scaling our capabilities in real-time data processing,” said Ali Kutay, Chairman and CEO of Striim. “Our new Palo Alto headquarters provides an inspiring environment to drive advancements in real-time analytics, cloud integration, and AI-powered solutions, empowering us to deliver even greater value to our customers.”

    Alok Pareek, Co-founder and Executive Vice President of Engineering and Products at Striim, added: “It’s exciting to be a stone’s throw from my alma mater Stanford. We hope to collaborate, attract, and retain top Silicon Valley talent from our new spectacular location. The modern, collaborative workspace will foster a tighter engagement between industry and academia especially in next-generation Gen AI research and development, helping us continue to build a team that is as dynamic and forward-thinking as the real-time solutions we provide.”

    “As we continue to expand globally, this move reinforces our commitment to providing exceptional value to our customers,” said Nadim Antar, Chief Revenue Officer at Striim. “This new chapter enables us to deepen our collaboration with customers and partners, ensuring we remain at the forefront of delivering seamless, real-time solutions that help businesses tackle their most pressing data challenges.”

    The relocation to downtown Palo Alto also reinforces Striim’s strategy to embed itself within the heart of Silicon Valley, where the convergence of AI, cloud innovation, and big data analytics continues to shape the future of technology. By being at the center of this dynamic ecosystem, Striim aims to strengthen its collaborations with industry leaders, attract world-class talent, and accelerate the development of transformative AI-driven solutions.

    To learn more about the latest innovation in the recent launch of Striim 5.0:

    About Striim, Inc.

    Striim leads the way in real-time intelligence for AI by seamlessly integrating data across clouds, applications, and databases with its fully managed, SaaS-based platform. Tailored for modern cloud data warehouses, Striim’s platform quickly transforms both relational and unstructured data into actionable, AI-ready insights through advanced analytics and machine learning frameworks, enabling swift business decisions. With expertise in real-time data integration, streaming analytics, and database replication—including cutting-edge Oracle CDC technology—Striim processes over 100 billion daily events with sub-second latency, powering machine learning analytics and proactive decision-making. To learn more, visit www.striim.com.

    Media Contact:
    Dianna Spring, Vice President of Marketing at Striim
    Phone: (650) 241-0680 ext. 354
    Email: press@striim.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Ai-gruppe.com Safeguards Financial Information with Encryption Protocols

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FRANKFURT, Germany, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ai-gruppe.com, a financial related services platform, is committed to ensuring that financial information remains secure through encryption protocols. The company applies financial security measures that support confidentiality and data protection, ensuring that financial details are safeguarded at all times. Ai-gruppe.com review highlights the company’s approach to financial security, focusing on encryption protocols.

    The company prioritizes financial safety and security measures that align with financial industry standards. It ensures that financial information is protected through encryption protocols that reinforce data safety. Ai-gruppe.com review recognizes the importance of applying security methods in financial operations, ensuring that data remains safeguarded.

    The platform applies encryption measures to provide financial data protection. Through well-organized security measures, the company ensures that financial transactions and records are handled with confidentiality. Ai-gruppe.com review reflects the company’s ability to integrate security protocols that contribute to financial data safety.

    By focusing on financial security, it implements structured data protection systems that align with industry requirements. The company applies encryption methodologies that minimize security risks, ensuring that financial information remains protected. Ai-gruppe.com review demonstrates the effectiveness of structured encryption protocols in safeguarding financial data.

    It continuously reinforces financial data protection through encryption measures that align with financial security protocols. By ensuring that security measures are structured, the company enhances financial data safety. Ai-gruppe.com review emphasizes the company’s approach to structured financial security, ensuring a well-protected financial environment.

    About Ai-gruppe.com

    Ai-gruppe.com is a company that focuses on structured financial security. The company applies encryption methodologies to ensure that financial information remains protected, minimizing security risks. The platform ensures that financial data is handled through structured security measures that reinforce confidentiality.

    It prioritizes financial security by implementing advanced encryption protocols to safeguard sensitive information. By utilizing structured security measures, the company ensures that financial data remains protected against unauthorized access. Ai-gruppe.com review highlights the commitment to maintaining confidentiality through secure encryption methods that align with industry standards.

    Company Details

    Company Name: Ai-gruppe
    Email Address: media@ai-gruppe.com
    Company Address: Grosse Gallussstrasse 16-18/1st floor, 60312 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
    Company Website: https://ai-gruppe.com/
    Disclaimer: This content is provided by Ai-gruppe. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the sponsor and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, investment, or trading advice. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities .Please conduct your own research and invest at your own risk.

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  • MIL-OSI: Gabelli Utility Trust Continues Monthly Distributions, Declares Distributions of $0.05 Per Share

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    RYE, N.Y., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Trustees of The Gabelli Utility Trust (NYSE:GUT) (the “Fund”) approved the continuation of its policy of paying fixed monthly cash distributions. The Board of Trustees declared cash distributions of $0.05 per share for each of April, May, and June 2025.

    Distribution Month Record Date Payable Date Distribution Per Share
    April April 15, 2025 April 23, 2025 $0.05
    May May 15, 2025 May 22, 2025 $0.05
    June June 13, 2025 June 23, 2025 $0.05
           

    Each quarter, the Board of Trustees reviews the amount of any potential distribution from the income, realized capital gain, or capital available. The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund’s distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund’s net asset value and the financial market environment. If necessary, the Fund will pay an adjusting distribution in December which includes any additional income and net realized capital gains in excess of the monthly distributions for that year to satisfy the minimum distribution requirements of the Internal Revenue Code for regulated investment companies. The Fund’s distribution policy is subject to modification by the Board of Trustees at any time, and there can be no guarantee that the policy will continue. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund. The Gabelli Utility Trust has paid a distribution to shareholders every month since October 1999.

    The Fund’s shares are currently trading at a premium to net asset value. The Board of Trustees believes that the premium at which the Fund shares trade relative to net asset value is not likely to be sustainable. Shareholders participating in the Fund’s dividend reinvestment plan should note that at the current market price, the reinvestment of distributions occurs at a premium to net asset value.

    All or part of the distribution may be treated as long-term capital gain or qualified dividend income (or a combination of both) for individuals, each subject to the maximum federal income tax rate for long term capital gains, which is currently 20% in taxable accounts for individuals (or less depending on an individual’s tax bracket). In addition, certain U.S. shareholders who are individuals, estates or trusts and whose income exceeds certain thresholds will be required to pay a 3.8% Medicare surcharge on their “net investment income”, which includes dividends received from the Fund and capital gains from the sale or other disposition of shares of the Fund.

    If the Fund does not generate sufficient earnings (dividends and interest income, less expenses, and realized net capital gain) equal to or in excess of the aggregate distributions paid by the Fund in a given year, then the amount distributed in excess of the Fund’s earnings would be deemed a return of capital. Since this would be considered a return of a portion of a shareholder’s original investment, it is generally not taxable and would be treated as a reduction in the shareholder’s cost basis.

    Long-term capital gains, qualified dividend income, investment company taxable income, and return of capital, if any, will be allocated on a pro-rata basis to all distributions to common shareholders for the year. Based on the accounting records of the Fund currently available, each of the distributions paid to common shareholders in 2025 would include approximately 1% from net investment income and 99% would be deemed a return of capital on a book basis. This does not represent information for tax reporting purposes. The estimated components of each distribution are updated and provided to shareholders of record in a notice accompanying the distribution and are available on our website (www.gabelli.com). The final determination of the sources of all distributions in 2025 will be made after year end and can vary from the monthly estimates. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution. All individual shareholders with taxable accounts will receive written notification regarding the components and tax treatment for all 2025 distributions in early 2026 via Form 1099-DIV.

    Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. For more information regarding the Fund’s distribution policy and other information about the Fund, call:

    David Schachter
    (914) 921-5057

    About The Gabelli Utility Trust
    The Gabelli Utility Trust is a diversified, closed-end management investment company with $327 million in total net assets whose primary investment objective is to seek long-term growth of capital and income by investing primarily in utility companies involved in the generation and distribution of electricity, gas, and water. The Fund is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC, a subsidiary of GAMCO Investors, Inc. (OTCQX: GAMI).

    NYSE – GUT
    CUSIP – 36240A101

    THE GABELLI UTILITY TRUST

    Investor Relations Contact:
    David Schachter
    (914} 921-5057
    dschachter@gabelli.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Davidson Kempner Capital Management LP : Form 8.3 – Direct Line Insurance Group Plc

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    FORM 8.3

    PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY
    A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE
    Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)

    1.        KEY INFORMATION

    (a)   Full name of discloser: Davidson Kempner Capital Management LP
    (b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):
            The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named.
     
    (c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:
            Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree
    Direct Line Insurance Group PLC
    (d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:  
    (e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:
            For an opening position disclosure, state the latest practicable date prior to the disclosure
    12/02/2025
    (f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in respect of any other party to the offer?
            If it is a cash offer or possible cash offer, state “N/A”
    Yes, Aviva plc

    2.        POSITIONS OF THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

    If there are positions or rights to subscribe to disclose in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 2(a) or (b) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security.

    (a)      Interests and short positions in the relevant securities of the offeror or offeree to which the disclosure relates following the dealing (if any)

    Class of relevant security: 10 10/11p ordinary
      Interests Short positions
    Number % Number %
    (1)   Relevant securities owned and/or controlled: 34,653,153 2.64    
    (2)   Cash-settled derivatives:        
    (3)   Stock-settled derivatives (including options) and agreements to purchase/sell:        

            TOTAL:

    34,653,153 2.64    

    All interests and all short positions should be disclosed.

    Details of any open stock-settled derivative positions (including traded options), or agreements to purchase or sell relevant securities, should be given on a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions).

    (b)      Rights to subscribe for new securities (including directors’ and other employee options)

    Class of relevant security in relation to which subscription right exists:  
    Details, including nature of the rights concerned and relevant percentages:  

    3.        DEALINGS (IF ANY) BY THE PERSON MAKING THE DISCLOSURE

    Where there have been dealings in more than one class of relevant securities of the offeror or offeree named in 1(c), copy table 3(a), (b), (c) or (d) (as appropriate) for each additional class of relevant security dealt in.

    The currency of all prices and other monetary amounts should be stated.

    (a)        Purchases and sales

    Class of relevant security Purchase/sale Number of securities Price per unit
    Common Stock Purchase 3000 GBP 2.6470

    (b)        Cash-settled derivative transactions

    Class of relevant security Product description
    e.g. CFD
    Nature of dealing
    e.g. opening/closing a long/short position, increasing/reducing a long/short position
    Number of reference securities Price per unit
             

    (c)        Stock-settled derivative transactions (including options)

    (i)        Writing, selling, purchasing or varying

    Class of relevant security Product description e.g. call option Writing, purchasing, selling, varying etc. Number of securities to which option relates Exercise price per unit Type
    e.g. American, European etc.
    Expiry date Option money paid/ received per unit

    (ii)        Exercise

    Class of relevant security Product description
    e.g. call option
    Exercising/ exercised against Number of securities Exercise price per unit

    (d)        Other dealings (including subscribing for new securities)

    Class of relevant security Nature of dealing
    e.g. subscription, conversion
    Details Price per unit (if applicable)

    4.        OTHER INFORMATION

    (a)        Indemnity and other dealing arrangements

    Details of any indemnity or option arrangement, or any agreement or understanding, formal or informal, relating to relevant securities which may be an inducement to deal or refrain from dealing entered into by the person making the disclosure and any party to the offer or any person acting in concert with a party to the offer:
    Irrevocable commitments and letters of intent should not be included. If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none”
    None

    (b)        Agreements, arrangements or understandings relating to options or derivatives

    Details of any agreement, arrangement or understanding, formal or informal, between the person making the disclosure and any other person relating to:
    (i)   the voting rights of any relevant securities under any option; or
    (ii)   the voting rights or future acquisition or disposal of any relevant securities to which any derivative is referenced:
    If there are no such agreements, arrangements or understandings, state “none”

    None

    (c)        Attachments

    Is a Supplemental Form 8 (Open Positions) attached? NO
    Date of disclosure: 13/02/2025
    Contact name: Alex McMillan
    Telephone number: 646 282 5805

    Public disclosures under Rule 8 of the Code must be made to a Regulatory Information Service.

    The Panel’s Market Surveillance Unit is available for consultation in relation to the Code’s disclosure requirements on +44 (0)20 7638 0129.

    The Code can be viewed on the Panel’s website at www.thetakeoverpanel.org.uk.

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  • MIL-OSI: Integration of Emerging Technologies for Military Drone Market Presenting a Significant Growth Opportunity

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FN Media Group News Commentary – The surge in global defense budgets has had a significant impact on the Global Military Drone Market. As political tensions rise worldwide, nations are investing in cutting-edge unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to bolster their defense and security capabilities. Increased defense expenditure has allowed countries like the United States, China, and other NATO members to allocate substantial funds to advanced drone programs, enhancing surveillance, supporting combat missions, and improving autonomous drone features. A recent report from an industry expert said that: “The growing demand for real-time intelligence in dynamic, complex military environments has significantly increased the need for sophisticated drones equipped with advanced surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities. Military drones are now integrated with cutting-edge technologies such as high-resolution cameras, infrared sensors, and other advanced systems that enhance situational awareness for both tactical operations and comprehensive intelligence gathering. For instance, the Northrop Grumman RQ-4 Global Hawk is capable of surveying over 40,000 square miles in a single day, providing extensive monitoring of large areas. This level of surveillance is invaluable for sustained military operations in regions like Ukraine and other conflict zones, where real-time intelligence is crucial for strategic decision-making and operational effectiveness.”   Active Companies in the markets today include ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZENA), AeroVironment (NASDAQ: AVAV), Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX), Unusual Machines (NYSE: UMAC).

    The article continued: “The integration of emerging technologies into military drones presents a significant growth opportunity for the market. Technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, autonomous navigation systems, and advanced sensors are revolutionizing the capabilities of military drones. AI-driven systems, for instance, can enable drones to analyze vast amounts of real-time data, enhancing decision-making and targeting accuracy. Autonomous navigation allows drones to operate with minimal human intervention, improving operational efficiency and reducing the risk to personnel. For example, the U.S. military has incorporated AI into its MQ-9 Reaper drones to enhance autonomous targeting and surveillance capabilities, allowing for more precise missions in complex environments.”

    ZenaTech (NASDAQ:ZENA) ZenaDrone Subsidiary Develops and Tests Proprietary Drone Communications System Enabling Secure and Reliable Communications for US Defense Applications – ZenaTech, Inc. (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS and Quantum Computing solutions, announces that its subsidiary ZenaDrone has developed and is currently testing a proprietary drone communications management system called “DroneNet” that enables direct and secure drone communications in situations without reliable internet, cellular or satellite communications. The internally developed system is specifically built for use with the Company’s ZenaDrone 1000 and IQ series of drone products. A drone communications system is a two-way link between a drone and its base station used to direct the drone and relay real-time drone video and sensor data.

    “We believe our proprietary DroneNet communications system will improve both the reliability and performance of our drones ensuring we are not dependent on third-party products with compatibility issues. This internal development ensures we gain more customization of our products, cost management, and control of our supply chain, all of which results in what we believe to be superior drone solutions. Once we’ve tested this initial version, our plan for future advancements includes developing and testing our own microchips with multilayer encryption suitable for NDAA-compliant use required for US Defense applications,” said CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D.

    Drones used by the military for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance applications require reliable communications systems for uninterrupted data transmission, mission effectiveness, and operational security. Drones must relay real-time video, sensor data, and telemetry to command centers, allowing defense operators to make time-sensitive decisions. This is especially critical for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations, where drones operate over longer distances often in harsh or contested environments. Without secure and resilient communications links, drones risk losing control, can face signal jamming, or data latency, which can compromise mission success. Advanced proprietary communication solutions, using satellite and 4G help ensure connectivity in GPS-denied or high-interference environments and can safeguard data against jamming and cyber threats.

    The ZenaDrone 1000 is an autonomous drone, in a VTOL (Vertical Takeoff and Landing) quadcopter design with eight rotors; it is considered a medium-sized drone measuring 12X7 feet in size. It is designed for stable flight, maneuverability, heavy lift capabilities up to 40 kilos, incorporating innovative software technology, AI, sensors, and purpose-built attachments, along with compact and rugged hardware engineered for industrial and defense use.   Continued… Read this full release by visiting: https://www.financialnewsmedia.com/news-zena/

    Other recent developments in the markets include:

    AeroVironment (NASDAQ: AVAV), through its wholly owned subsidiary Arcturus UAV, has recently been awarded a contract by the Danish Defense Acquisition and Logistics Organization (DALO) with a contract ceiling value of $181 million to deliver the JUMP® 20 medium uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) to the Danish Armed Forces. This 10-year program of record will equip the Danish Army with JUMP 20 systems to enhance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, reinforcing AV’s position as a global leader in advanced autonomous solutions.

    JUMP 20 is a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL), fixed-wing UAS with 13+ hours of endurance and an operational range of 185 km (115 mi). Runway independent, the system is easily storable and transportable, and can autonomously launch and land at speed without personnel intervention, making it ideal for on-the-move operations.

    Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a Technology Company in Defense, National Security and Global Markets, recently announced a $34,856,449 award modification to a previously awarded cost-plus-fixed-fee contract from the U.S. Marine Corps. The expanded scope is to support the XQ-58A Unmanned Aerial Systems mission systems and subsystems integration for the Marine Air-Ground Task Force Unmanned Aerial System Expeditionary (MUX) Tactical Aircraft (TACAIR).

    Since 2022, Kratos and its industry partner, Northrop Grumman, have been working with the U.S. Marine Corps to define operational requirements for the MQ-58 Valkyrie variant. The team recently demonstrated advanced collaborative capabilities during the Penetrating Affordable Autonomous Collaborative Killer Portfolio (PAACK-P) program, which is transitioning to MUX TACAIR in 2025. The modification contract provides the additional non-recurring engineering and material to support the planned spiral developmental efforts, as well as additional flight tests for the continuing capability enhancement of the Valkyrie system.

    L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has recently introduced AMORPHOUS™, its new software that features a single user interface to operate thousands of autonomous assets simultaneously. Designed with an open architecture, this software enables the United States and allied militaries to control a mix of uncrewed platforms, payloads and systems, even if another manufacturer produces them.

    AMORPHOUS, which stands for Autonomous Multi-domain Operations Resiliency Platform for Heterogeneous Unmanned Swarms, includes an intuitive and distributed command-and-control interface to give operators the flexibility to conduct a wider array of intricate military missions. This collaborative autonomy at scale will provide warfighters with a decisive overmatch capability.

    Unusual Machines (NYSE: UMAC) has recently announced the signing of a binding agreement to acquire of Aloft Technologies, Inc. (https://www.aloft.ai/), the leading FAA-approved provider of unmanned aerial system (UAS) services to enterprise, public safety, and government customers. The acquisition is almost all in stock, valued at $14.5M.

    The proposed acquisition brings together companies that share commitment to strengthening the U.S. drone industry. Aloft Technologies has long been recognized as the leader in the drone fleet and airspace management sector, powering more than 70% of all FAA-approved Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) airspace authorizations in the United States. Aloft has provided more than more than 1.6 million authorizations in total, with 400,000 authorizations provided in 2024.

    Aloft has been able to leverage the data collected through millions of safe flights and airspace interactions to launch Air Boss, their new real-time UAS air traffic management (UTM) software. With the FAA forecasting more than 3 million drones in the airspace by 2028, outnumbering traditional aircraft more than 10-to-1, the coordination and integration of all aircraft is critical to national security and the national economy.

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  • MIL-OSI: Codere Online Granted Listing Extension by Nasdaq and to Release Q4-24 Earnings on February 20th

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Luxembourg, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, February 13, 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, by letter received on February 12, 2025, the Nasdaq Hearings Panel (the “Panel”) of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) has determined to grant the Company’s request to continue its listing on Nasdaq, subject to the Company filing its annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2023 (the “2023 Annual Report”) on or before May 12, 2025.

    The Panel’s determination follows a hearing on January 16, 2025, at which the Panel considered the Company’s plan to regain compliance with Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) (the “Rule”). The Company has and continues to work diligently with its new auditor to complete and file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) its 2023 Annual Report and expects to do so within the extension period granted by the Panel, thereby regaining compliance with the Rule.

    Following this positive development, the Company will release its fourth quarter 2024 results prior to 8:30AM US Eastern Time on Thursday, February 20, 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 presentation 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 on the Events & Presentations section of the website. A recording of the webcast will be available following the conference call.

    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, offers online sports betting and online casino through its state-of-the art website and mobile applications. Codere Online currently operates in its core markets of Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Panama and Argentina; this online business is complemented by Codere Group’s physical presence in Spain and 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 expectations about the timing of completion and filing of the 2023 Annual Report, statements related to the Company’s plan, timing and actions taken 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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  • MIL-OSI: New BESS Industry Survey Reveals Shifting Operations Priorities and Challenges

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHICAGO, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TWAICE, the leading provider of battery analytics software, published today the results of its first in-depth industry survey of battery energy storage system (BESS) professionals. For the BESS Pros Survey, TWAICE questioned over 80 engineers, technicians, asset managers, and operators, seeking to understand their most pressing concerns.

    The results of the survey revealed that:

    • 58% of respondents identified system performance and availability as top concerns
    • 46% overall reported technical issues at least once a month
      • This figure rose to 53% among asset managers and an overwhelming 73% among operations and maintenance staff – those closest to actual system performance
    • Only 55% are satisfied with their energy storage software stack

    With nearly half of all energy storage respondents experiencing frequent technical issues, the “BESS Pros Survey” throws a spotlight on widespread, recurring issues in the energy storage industry that prevent systems from performing at their best. The performance discrepancy reported across different roles further suggests a potential disconnect between those focused on day-to-day operations and the rest of the organization – and underscores the need for a unified data strategy and improved communications among operational stakeholders.

    The survey also emphasized the diversity of technologies that respondents use to manage storage data. Notably, only about half of the respondents expressed satisfaction with capabilities provided by their current software stack based on manufacturer-supplied tools. Instead, respondents are increasingly adopting more specialized software tools to address storage-specific challenges. This shift reflects a growing understanding that BESS operations require in-depth analytics, management, and optimization capabilities that more generic energy software may lack.

    “The common thread across the survey is that the teams responsible for safeguarding operations and ensuring commercial success lack reliable and enriched data,” said Dr. Stephan Rohr, Founder and co-CEO at TWAICE. “As the industry transitions from simply delivering safe operations to actively monetizing storage assets, it’s crucial that we empower BESS professionals with the right tools for the job at hand. This includes access to data to proactively manage their BESS, mitigate risks, and capitalize on market opportunities with highly available assets.”

    Experts at TWAICE conducted the BESS industry survey between October and December 2024, collecting responses from 83 professionals from across EU and US. Most respondents came from independent power producers (35% of respondents); engineering, procurement, and construction firms (19%); and BESS integrators (17%). The majority worked with utility-scale batteries, with 61% expecting their total capacity to exceed 250 MWh within two years.

    The full BESS Pros Survey Report can be downloaded from TWAICE’s website.

    About TWAICE
    Since 2018, TWAICE has been leading the field of predictive battery analytics, meeting the demand for safe, durable, and highly available energy storage assets (BESS). TWAICE provides advanced software solutions for designing, validating, and operating batteries at scale, combining deep battery knowledge with artificial intelligence to generate actionable insights. While Battery Management System (BMS) and Energy Management System (EMS) providers offer basic monitoring capabilities, TWAICE exceeds the traditional service by providing advanced analytics that uncover hidden patterns and anomalies to optimize battery performance and lifespan. As an independent third-party, TWAICE ensures unbiased recommendations, free from ties to specific insurance companies, manufacturers or vendors.

    Media Contact
    Justin Williams
    Trevi Communications for TWAICE
    justin@trevicomm.com
    +1 (978) 539-7157

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  • MIL-OSI: Trillion Energy Announces SASB Field Operational Update

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Vancouver, B.C., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trillion Energy International Inc. (“Trillion or the “Company”) (CSE: TCF) (OTCQB: TRLEF) (Frankfurt: Z62), is pleased to announce an operational update for the SASB offshore gas project, Turkey.

    During January 2025 the Company completed installation of new velocity string tubing in two wells located on tripods (Alapli-2 and Bayhanli-2) in an operation that took approximately two weeks’ time.

    Previously, the Company completed installation of new tubing in four wells on the Akcakoca platform during the fall of 2024. A total of 6 wells have now received the new smaller tubing size to mitigate water loading conditions.

    The tripod wells continue to receive nitrogen injections to stimulate production, however, operations have been delayed over the past few weeks due to stormy winter weather conditions. Both Alapli-2 and Bayhanli-2 initially responded positively to the ongoing operational efforts, however, stable long-term flow rates have yet to be sustained.

    The Company is currently preparing to stimulate the Akcakoca-3 and South Akcakoca-2 wells in the upcoming week using nitrogen, upon suitable weather conditions arriving.

    The Company has sourced a gas lift compressor system for the Akcakoca platform which will provide continuous gas lifting injection to certain wells to assist in production.

    Additionally, the Company plans to enhance production by installing:

    • A Progressive Cavity Pump (PCP) in a well
    • Two slim-hole Electric Submersible Pumps (ESPs) attached to the new tubing in two wells

    These strategic interventions involving artificial lift are critical to sustaining long-term production rates and optimizing well performance and are expected to occur in the upcoming months.

    About the Company

    Trillion Energy International Inc is focused on oil and natural gas production for Europe and Türkiye with natural gas assets in Türkiye. The Company is 49% owner of the SASB natural gas field, a Black Sea natural gas development and a 19.6% (except three wells with 9.8%) interest in the Cendere oil field. More information may be found on www.sedar.com, and our website.

    Contact
    Sean Stofer, Chairman
    Brian Park, VP of Finance
    1-778-819-1585
    E-mail: info@trillionenergy.com
    Website: www.trillionenergy.com

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    These statements are no guarantee of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, delay, change of strategy, and assumptions that are difficult to predict and which may change over time. Accordingly, actual results and strategies could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. These factors include unforeseen securities regulatory challenges, COVID, oil and gas price fluctuations, operational and geological risks, changes in capital raising strategies, the ability of the Company to raise necessary funds for development; the outcome of commercial negotiations; changes in technical or operating conditions; the cost of extracting gas and oil may increase and be too costly so that it is uneconomic and not profitable to do so and other factors discussed from time to time in the Company’s filings on www.sedar.com, including the most recently filed Annual Report on Form 20-F and subsequent filings. For a full summary of our oil and gas reserves information for Turkey, please refer to our Forms F-1,2,3 51-101 filed on www.sedar.com, and or request a copy of our reserves report effective December 31, 2022 and updated January 31 2023.

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  • MIL-OSI: Pipe Continues International Expansion to Canada Through Partnership with Housecall Pro

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SAN FRANCISCO and SAN DIEGO, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pipe, a fintech company partnering with software platforms to deliver embedded financial solutions for SMBs, today announced its expansion to Canada through a partnership with Housecall Pro, the go-to software platform for over 45,000 home service companies. Together, the two companies are dramatically improving financial access for the industry by delivering Pipe’s embedded capital through the Housecall Pro platform. The move accelerates Pipe’s strategy of providing capital access to SMBs globally from within the software they already use to run their businesses. With this expansion, Pipe is now live in the U.S., the UK, and Canada, with additional geographies planned in the near future.

    According to a recent study1, 87% of Canadian SMBs are confident in their performance, yet two-thirds struggle with cash flow, and many lack access to capital, hindering their growth and expansion. The situation in Canada is consistent with SMB markets in the United States and the UK, where Pipe Capital is being adopted rapidly to fill the hole left by banks and other traditional capital providers.

    Housecall Pro offers an industry-leading SaaS operating platform combined with modern financial services to help home service professionals, or “Pros,” run all aspects of their business. Traditionally, businesses like the ones served by Housecall Pro have struggled to access the financing needed to grow — running into long application processes, credit checks, and excessive paperwork. With Pipe Capital, Housecall Pro can surface personalized offers to Pros embedded in the same platform they use to run their business. Through the partnership, Pipe is able to assess risk and deliver personalized offers to Pros based on live platform data on revenue streams, cash flow, and business performance.

    Key capabilities of the embedded offering in the Housecall Pro platform include:

    • Customer-friendly financing without requiring credit checks or personal guarantees. No minimum monthly payments are required, and payments align with a Pro’s revenue.
    • Multiple ways to top up and boost financing offers, delivering similar benefits to a line of credit.
    • Access to capital in a few clicks with tailored go-to-market support.

    “At Housecall Pro, we are dedicated to giving home service businesses the tools and resources they need to thrive and grow. Pipe’s customer-friendly capital solution aligns well with that mission,” said Valentina Durand, VP Strategy & Growth, Housecall Pro. “By offering our Canadian customers easy access to capital based on their present and future revenue, we’re helping them knock down common financial hurdles and invest in their growth. This streamlined solution increases our value proposition for customers, increases satisfaction and loyalty for Housecall Pro, and strengthens our position as a leading platform for home service professionals.”

    “By partnering with an industry leader like Housecall Pro in Canada, we’re continuing to expand our global footprint to reach hundreds of thousands of small businesses that need capital to achieve their entrepreneurial dreams,” said Luke Voiles, CEO, Pipe. “The home services industry has historically been underserved by traditional financial organizations. Combining Housecall Pro’s unmatched technology and expertise in supporting this market with Pipe’s tailored risk models, together we’re able to provide the capital these SMBs need to grow and prosper.”

    About Pipe
    Pipe makes customer-friendly capital and smart financial tools accessible to growing businesses inside the software they use every day. Our embedded solutions are built to scale and give business builders across industries the power to grow on their own terms. To learn more, visit www.pipe.com or follow us on X @pipe.

    About Housecall Pro
    Housecall Pro is a top-rated business solution that helps home service professionals save time, sell bigger jobs, and provide best-in-class service. With easy-to-use tools for scheduling, dispatching, payments, and more, Housecall Pro enables Pros to manage every aspect of their business all in one place. The software is available through a mobile app and web portal for Pros across the United States and Canada. Founded in 2013, Housecall Pro has been championing Pros through streamlined solutions and strong community support for over nine years. Housecall Pro’s brand portfolio includes BuildBook, construction management software for builders and remodelers, and CONQUER, a business coaching solution for home service businesses.

    Media Contact
    Merrill Freund
    merrill@freundpr.com

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    1 “State of SMB Finance in Canada” survey, conducted at the close of Q3 2024 by Float Financial

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  • MIL-OSI: FloQast Announces Winners of the 2024 Global Partner of the Year Awards

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FloQast, an Accounting Transformation Platform created by accountants for accountants, is proud to announce the winners of its 2024 Global Partner of the Year Awards. These awards honor partners who have demonstrated exemplary dedication to collaboration and innovation, a commitment to outstanding delivery and implementations, and the creation of exceptional value for mutual customers. This year’s awardees have set new standards in harnessing FloQast’s Accounting Transformation Platform to drive operational excellence and organizational change with month-end close management, compliance, and other critical accounting and finance processes. Winners include:

    Americas Partner of the Year: CFGI
    CFGI receives this award for its steadfast commitment to partnership, consistency, and excellence throughout 2024. Its strategic go-to-market engagement with the FloQast sales organization has led to significant revenue impact and enhanced value for shared customers.

    Breakout Partner of the Year: Accordion
    Accordion has rapidly identified strategic avenues to strengthen its alliance with FloQast, delivering impactful results and significant value to shared clients. Aligned with FloQast’s vision and committed to excellence, Accordion has established itself as a trusted and innovative partner. Its embrace of the FloQast vision and commitment to excellence has rapidly driven impactful results, created substantial customer value, and laid a strong foundation for future success and growth.

    Implementation Partner of the Year: CFGI
    Renowned for delivering seamless implementations, CFGI has set a benchmark for excellence through exceptional collaboration with FloQast’s sales and customer success teams, a high volume of successful deployments, and outstanding customer satisfaction. Its unwavering dedication to delivering the best outcomes is reflected in both the quality of its work and consistently high satisfaction scores.

    EMEA Partner of the Year: PwC UK
    PwC UK is honored for its outstanding contributions to growth and measurable value in the EMEA market. Its localized expertise, strategic collaboration, and consistent execution have established a new standard for success in the region.

    Elite Partner Tier Achievements: CFGI, Accordion, Connor Group, Crowe, CrossCountry Consulting

    The Elite Tier celebrates partners like Accordion, CFGI, Connor Group, Crowe, and CrossCountry for their exceptional performance, unwavering commitment to excellence, and the significant impact they’ve made on mutual customers. Through their work, these distinguished partners have not only aligned with FloQast’s mission but also delivered transformative results, driving success and adding value to clients across industries. Their dedication to achieving shared goals has fostered stronger client relationships and best-in-class business outcomes.

    Our partners play a crucial role in FloQast’s mission of driving accounting transformation and delivering outstanding value to our customers,” said Mike Whitmire, CEO and co-founder of FloQast, CPA. “Their dedication, teamwork, and innovative mindset help us push both business and geographic boundaries and develop solutions that are changing the face of accounting. We’re proud to recognize their efforts and excited to continue moving forward together.”

    For more information about the FloQast Global Partner Program, click here.

    About FloQast

    FloQast, an Accounting Transformation Platform created by accountants for accountants, enables organizations to automate a variety of accounting operations. Trusted by more than 3,000 global accounting teams – including Twilio, Los Angeles Lakers, Zoom, and Snowflake – FloQast enhances the way accounting teams work, enabling customers to automate close management, account reconciliations, accounting operations, and compliance activities. With FloQast, teams can utilize the latest advancements in AI technology to manage aspects of the close, reduce their compliance burden, stay audit-ready, and improve accuracy, visibility, and collaboration overall. FloQast is consistently rated #1 across all user review sites. Learn more at FloQast.com.

    Contact:
    Kyle Cabodi
    FloQast Director of Corporate Communications
    kyle.cabodi@floqast.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Sprout Social Launches Rebranded Influencer Marketing Platform, Preparing Brands for the Next Generation of Social

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    CHICAGO, Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Sprout Social (Nasdaq: SPT), announced the launch of its rebranded influencer marketing platform, Sprout Social Influencer Marketing (formerly Tagger Media). Almost half of all consumers make at least one purchase a month because of influencer posts and 8 in 10 marketers report that influencer content provides stronger conversions, underscoring the crucial role influencer marketing plays in the buying journey. Sprout Social Influencer Marketing equips brands with the tools they need to capitalize on this massive opportunity with AI-powered insights and advanced analytics to help marketers identify the right influencers, build authentic partnerships and maximize the ROI of their campaigns. The platform and its AI-focused roadmap will be featured in Breaking Ground, Sprout’s premier quarterly event that delivers essential product updates and cutting-edge industry insights to keep customers ahead of the curve.

    Sprout Social Influencer Marketing is designed to make discovering influencers and executing campaigns more efficient and intuitive. The platform provides actionable insights, makes it easier to identify and activate the right influencers, supports more effective workflows and centralizes campaign management. These features help brands scale their efforts and deliver what influencer marketing is best known for–driving unparalleled awareness and revenue.

    “The growth of influencer marketing is undeniable, projected to be a $199 billion industry by 2032,” said Scott Morris, CMO of Sprout Social. “Consumers increasingly trust influencers more than brands, pushing companies to prioritize authentic, relationship-driven campaigns. Sprout equips brands with the tools and data to identify the right influencers, drive customer growth, and build lasting trust. And the results are undeniable—businesses on average earn $6.50 for every $1 spent on influencer marketing, with top campaigns delivering even greater returns.”

    A 2025 Forrester Consulting Total Economic Impact™ study commissioned by Sprout found that customers leveraging Sprout Social Influencer Marketing realized, on average, time savings of 25% on discovering and managing influencers. According to Ryan Wenstrup-Moore, Social Media Manager at The Kroger Co., “Influencer marketing is a core way we reach and build meaningful relationships with our customers. Sprout Social Influencer Marketing has enabled our team to find creators who align to our values and ultimately create authentic and relatable content.”

    Sprout Social will be rolling out new AI-powered features over the course of 2025 that will simplify key workflows, making it easier than ever for brands to discover, vet, and partner with the right influencers to drive increased ROI. Learn more about Sprout Social Influencer Marketing here.

    About Sprout Social

    Sprout Social is a global leader in social media management and analytics software. Sprout’s intuitive platform puts powerful social data into the hands of approximately 30,000 brands so they can deliver smarter, faster business impact. Named the #1 Best Software Product by G2’s 2024 Best Software Award, Sprout offers comprehensive publishing and engagement functionality, customer care, influencer marketing, advocacy, and AI-powered business intelligence. Sprout’s software operates across all major social media networks and digital platforms. For more information about Sprout Social (NASDAQ: SPT), visit sproutsocial.com.

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    Contact
    Media:
    Kaitlyn Gronek
    Email: pr@sproutsocial.com
    Phone: (773) 904-9674

    Investors:
    Lexi Johnson
    Twitter: @SproutSocialIR
    Email: lexi.johnson@sproutsocial.com
    Phone: (312) 528-9166

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  • MIL-OSI: Wrap Unveils Managed Safety and Response (MSR) Connected Ecosystem in Virginia

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Following Governor Youngkin’s November announcement, Early Adopter Program Launches in Virginia, Highly Anticipated Defense Tech Drones, Body Cameras, AI Integration and International Expansion to Follow

    This news follows: Wrap Technologies Launches Go-Forward Strategy, Advancing End-to-End Public Safety and Defense Solutions with New Virginia Facility

    NORTON, Va., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wrap Technologies (NASDAQ: WRAP) (“Wrap” or, the “Company”) today announced the launch of its highly anticipated Managed Safety and Response (MSR) Connected Ecosystem in Virginia, with the aim of delivering a modern approach for law enforcement training, defensive tactics and real-time safety solutions. With past vocal support of Governor Glenn Youngkin and Virginia’s public safety institutions, Wrap hopes to establish the Commonwealth as a leader in next-generation policing solutions.

    As early adopters, Virginia agencies will be the first to benefit from Wrap’s integrated approach, which combines enhanced training, automated support systems and a scalable ecosystem designed to seamlessly integrate follow-on technologies.

    The Company is evolving to meet agency demand for integrated service delivery of disparate support technologies and embedded recurring training. This approach will see Wrap invest in a core group of world-class professional services leaders and then digitize value delivery through AI-powered workflows, ensuring exemplary customer satisfaction in its MSR service.

    This announcement highlights Wrap’s strategic vision for the future of public safety, including:

    • A TAA-compliant, NON-Chinese supply chain for body cameras, aiming to ensure secure and reliable technology for law enforcement agencies advancing a first-in-class Made in America supply chain.
    • Newly Developed AI-powered reporting, leveraging body-worn camera audio to instantly generate high-quality, detailed incident reports—with the goal of reducing administrative workload and increasing accuracy.
    • The upcoming launch of a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, featuring advanced payloads that enhance situational awareness, rapid response, and officer safety.
    • Advanced Defensive Tactics & Training – structured follow-on actions after BolaWrap deployment, aiming to ensure proper de-escalation techniques.
    • Connected Training, including in-person officer instruction and an exclusive video training library designed to coach officers in BolaWrap de-escalation approaches that align with today’s modern safety standards.
    • Comprehensive VR Training Expansion – all of our de-escalation scenarios are now included in Wrap’s immersive VR training system with opportunities for custom environment development.

    Scot Cohen, Chief Executive Officer, stated: “We’ve listened to our customers. We heard their concerns and understood the challenges of adopting technologies due to complexity and lack of resources. Wrap is addressing this pain point by aiming to deliver a trusted, fully managed service that consolidates fragmented technologies into a cohesive solution. We believe our first-in-class MSR Connected Ecosystem simplifies adoption, reduces operational burden, and exceeds current market offerings thereby ensuring agencies have the tools, training, and support needed to enhance officer safety and effectiveness.”

    Wrap is deeply committed to supporting law enforcement by delivering innovative, practical, and effective solutions that focus on officer safety, improving public trust, and streamlining operations. Wrap recognizes the challenges agencies face in adopting new technologies, integrating disparate tools, and ensuring officers receive the training and resources needed to operate effectively in the field.

    Wrap’s MSR Connected Ecosystem is designed to bridge these gaps, which we believe provides a seamless, scalable, and intelligent platform that empowers officers to make better decisions, reduce risk, and enhance de-escalation efforts. By prioritizing trust, reliability, and continuous support, Wrap is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that truly serve those who protect and serve.

    Governor Youngkin’s support to relocate Wrap’s facility to Southwest Virginia indicates alignment for this expansion to leverage innovative technologies that enhance public safety. By integrating advanced solutions like the MSR Connected Ecosystem, the Commonwealth aims to set a new standard in law enforcement practices, ensuring safer communities for all Virginians.

    The MSR Connected Ecosystem is designed to reduce cognitive load and simplify decision-making in critical moments, transforming the way officers operate in the field. Wrap is advancing law enforcement capabilities by delivering fully managed safety services alongside essential response tools like BolaWrap, ensuring officers have the support they need when it matters most.

    To learn more about Wrap Technologies and the Managed Safety and Response Connected Ecosystem, visit www.Wrap.com.

    About Wrap Technologies, Inc.

    Wrap Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: WRAP) is a leading global provider of advanced public safety solutions, integrating ultramodern technology, cutting-edge tools, and comprehensive services to address the complex, modern day challenges facing public safety organizations around the world. Guided by a no-harm principle, Wrap is dedicated to developing groundbreaking solutions that empower public safety agencies to safeguard the communities they serve in a manner that fosters stronger relationships, driving safer outcomes, empowering public safety and communities to move forward together.

    Wrap’s BolaWrap® solution encompasses an innovative and patented hand-held remote restraint device, strategically engineered with Wrap’s no-harm guiding principle to proactively deter escalation by deploying a Kevlar® tether that safely restrains individuals from a distance. Combined with BolaWrap® training, certified by the esteemed International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST), Wrap enables officers from over 1000 agencies across the U.S. and 60 countries around the world, with the expertise to effectively use BolaWrap® as an early intervention measure, mitigating potential risks and injuries, averting tragic outcomes, with the goal to save lives with each wrap.

    Wrap Reality™, the Company’s advanced virtual reality training system, is a fully immersive training simulator and comprehensive public safety training platform that equips first responders with the discipline and practice to prevent escalation, de-escalate conflicts, and apply appropriate tactical use-of-force measures to better perform in the field. By offering a growing range of real-life scenarios, Wrap Reality™ addresses the dynamic nature of modern law enforcement situations for positive public safety outcomes, building safer communities one decision at a time.

    Wrap’s Intrensic solution is a comprehensive, secure and efficient body worn camera and evidence collection and management solution designed with innovative technology to quickly capture, safely handle, securely store, and seamlessly track evidence, all while maintaining full transparency throughout the process. With meticulous consolidation and professional management of evidence, confidence in law enforcement and the justice system soars, fostering trust and reliability in court outcomes. Intrensic’s efficient system streamlines the entire process seamlessly, empowering all public safety providers to focus on what matters, expediting justice with integrity.

    Connect with Wrap:
    Wrap on Facebook
    Wrap on Twitter
    Wrap on LinkedIn

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    Wrap, the Wrap logo, BolaWrap®, Wrap Reality™ and Wrap Training Academy are trademarks of Wrap Technologies, Inc., some of which are registered in the U.S. and abroad.  All other trade names used herein are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders.

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    Investor Relations Contact:

    (800) 583-2652
    ir@wrap.com

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