Month: August 2024

SAMPO PLC                 STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE                  26 August 2024 at 8:30 am Sampo plc’s share buybacks 23 August 2024 On 23 August 2024, Sampo plc (business code 0142213-3, LEI 743700UF3RL386WIDA22) has acquired its own A shares (ISIN code FI4000552500) as follows:                Sampo plc’s share buybacks Aggregated daily volume (in number of shares) Daily weighted average price of the purchased shares* Market (MIC Code)  4,535 40.42 AQEU          37,854 40.42 CEUX  693 40.44 TQEX  53,742 40.41 XHELTOTAL 96,824 40.41  *rounded to two decimals                 On 17 June 2024, Sampo announced a share buyback programme of up to a maximum of EUR 400 million in compliance with the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) 596/2014 (MAR) and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052. The programme, which started...

Akropolis Vilnius SportlandAkropolis Vilnius SportlandA new commercial building of 480 sq. m has been constructed nearby Vilnius Akropolis. It houses Sportland – the expanded and modernised store offering sports and athleisure wear fashion brands. The previous premises of the shop have been expanded by connecting them to the new building, which has led to the increase of the store area to over 2,000 sq. m, making the store the biggest and most modern Sportland store in Lithuania. “We keep investing into the upgrade of the shopping and entertainment centres Akropolis, with focus on attracting new brands customers like, opening new and revamped stores and points of service. We are delighted that the increased area of the shopping and entertainment centre enabled choosing namely Akropolis as the place for the largest and most modern...

20 abstracts, including 4 oral presentations, offer new treatment insights for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) Data from landmark Phase 3 trials for Dupixent in COPD reinforce exacerbation reduction and improvement in lung function compared to placebo, and provide new assessments on health-related quality of life across patient subgroups Additional presentations spotlight a novel asthma imaging study showing the early impact of Dupixent on clinical remission, airway remodeling and mucus plugging starting at 4 weeks, as well as data from investigational therapy itepekimab in former smokers with COPD TARRYTOWN, N.Y., Aug. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) today announced 20 abstracts across Dupixent® (dupilumab) and...

Proactive measures such as robust planning, network upgrades, and mobile assets are essential to the response plan IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Hurricane Hone passes Hawaii, Verizon remains committed to keeping communities and first responders connected. Verizon’s Response Team has prepared year-round to respond to extreme weather situations, like hurricanes, by taking part in emergency drills, fortifying the network infrastructure, and ensuring resources are mobilized for rapid response. “Our focus is on ensuring that when challenges arise, our network stands strong to support first responders and keep people connected with their loved ones and the essential information they need to stay safe,” said Steven Keller, Pacific Market President for Verizon. Verizon’s Networks Are PrimedVerizon’s networks...

GREENWICH, Conn., Aug. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Three drivers from XPO (NYSE: XPO), a leading provider of LTL freight transportation in North America, took home top awards tonight at the 2024 National Truck Driving Championships (NTDC). The competition, known as the “Super Bowl of Safety,” was held in Indianapolis from August 21 to 24. The XPO drivers honored at this year’s national championships were:Brandon Hardy (Las Vegas, Nevada): First place in the five-axle class. Brandon has over one million accident-free miles and made his 10th appearance at NTDC this year. Joe Hicks (Cranston, Rhode Island): First place in the four-axle class. Joe returned to nationals for the 10th time after placing second in the three-axle class at the 2023 NTDC. Rich Sweeney (Chicopee, Massachusetts): Recipient of the prestigious Neill Darmstadter...

MONTREAL, Aug. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) has received an order from the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) imposing binding arbitration between the Company and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC). The CIRB has also ordered that no further labour stoppage, including a lockout or strike, can occur during the arbitration process. This means that the strike notice recently issued to CN by the Teamsters is now voided. CN will comply with the order which also extends the current collective agreement until a new agreement is signed between the parties. Over the last nine months, CN negotiated in good faith to reach a deal at the table. The Company consistently proposed offers with better pay, improved rest, more predictable schedules, and a voluntary mobile workforce. While CN is disappointed...

Ivry-sur-Seine, France — August 24, 2024, 2:00 PM CEST THE RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION OF THIS PRESS RELEASE IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IS NOT PERMITTED IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, JAPAN OR ANY OTHER COUNTRY WHERE SUCH COMMUNICATION WOULD VIOLATE THE RELEVANT APPLICABLE REGULATION PRESS RELEASE PUBLICATION OF THE OFFER DOCUMENT AND THE EXEMPTION DOCUMENT NOTICE PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 38, PARAGRAPH 2, OF THE REGULATION ADOPTED BY CONSOB BY RESOLUTION NO. 11971 OF MAY 14, 1999, AS SUBSEQUENTLY INTEGRATED AND AMENDED (THE “ISSUERS’ REGULATION”). With reference to the voluntary public tender and exchange offer (the “Offer”) pursuant to Articles 102 and 106, paragraph 4, of the Italian Legislative Decree no. 58 of February 24, 1998, as subsequently integrated and amended (the “CFA”), launched...

NFES Group Selected as Lead Investor in Series A Round Valued at 9 Billion YenTOKYO, Aug. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MEDIROM Healthcare Technologies Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Koji Eguchi; listed on Nasdaq, NASDAQ: MRM; hereinafter “MEDIROM”) announces that its subsidiary MEDIROM MOTHER Labs Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yoshio Uekusa; hereinafter “MOTHER Labs”), has formed a capital and business alliance with NFES Technologies Inc. (Headquarters: Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture; CEO: Keita Adachi; hereinafter “NFES Group”), a subsidiary of NFES Inc. (Headquarters: Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture; CEO: Keita Adachi). As part of this alliance, NFES Group has agreed to participate as the lead investor in MOTHER Labs’ Series A financing round, which values MOTHER Labs at 9 billion yen on a pre-money...

Toronto, Aug. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Faircourt Asset Management Inc., as Manager of the Faircourt Fund (NEO:FGX), is pleased to announce the monthly distribution payable on the Shares of the below listed Fund.Faircourt Funds Trading Symbol Distribution Amount (per share/unit) Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payable DateFaircourt Gold Income Corp. FGX $0.024 August 30, 2024 August 30, 2024 September 16, 2024Faircourt Asset Management Inc. is the Investment Advisor for Faircourt Gold Income Corp. This press release is not for distribution in the United States or over United States wire services. For further information on the Faircourt Funds, please visit www.faircourtassetmgt.com or please contact 1-800-831-0304. You will usually pay brokerage fees to your dealer if you purchase or sell Shares of the Fund on the NEO...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CSX (NASDAQ: CSX) today announced that it has reached new tentative five-year collective bargaining agreements with seven additional labor unions. These agreements cover the following groups:The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (BMWED), covering maintenance of way employees; The International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers (IAM) covering machinists and roadway mechanics. The International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers – Transportation Division (SMART-TD), covering the yardmasters; The Brotherhood of Railway Carmen (BRC) covering carmen at the Fruit Growers Express Company subsidiary of CSX; The Transportation Communications Union (TCU) covering the clerical...