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Apollo Funds to Acquire Emerald and Questex to Create Leading North American B2B Events Platform

Combination Under Private Ownership Would Bring Together Two Complementary Portfolios, Creating a Scaled Platform Positioned for Growth NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that Apollo-managed funds (the “Apollo Funds”) have entered into separate definitive agreements to acquire Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) (“Emerald”) and Questex, LLC (“Questex”), with the intention to combine the businesses to create a leading North American B2B experiential events and media platform, in an all-cash transaction. Emerald and Questex together would create a scaled B2B events platform with approximately 160 events across complementary end markets, combining Emerald’s category-leading exhibitions with Questex’s differentiated events portfolio and 365-day digital engagement model. The combined business is...

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Onex Partners Announces the Sale of Emerald to Apollo Funds

All amounts in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated TORONTO, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Onex Partners today announced the sale of Emerald Holding Inc. (NYSE:EEX) (“Emerald” or the Company”), of which it owns over 90% of the outstanding shares, to funds managed by Apollo (NYSE:APO) (the “Apollo Funds”). Upon completion of the transaction, Emerald will cease trading on the New York Stock Exchange and become a private company owned by the Apollo Funds. Emerald is a leading U.S.-based B2B event organizer, empowering businesses year-round by expanding meaningful connections, developing influential content, and delivering powerful commerce-driven solutions through a curated portfolio of B2B events spanning trade shows, conferences, B2C showcases and a scaled Executive Peer Network platform. “I’d like to thank Hervé Sedky, Emerald’s...

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OLAPLEX Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

NEW YORK, NY, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Olaplex Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: OLPX) (“OLAPLEX” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Amanda Baldwin, OLAPLEX’s Chief Executive Officer, commented: “We delivered a solid start to the year with positive quarterly sell-through led by the successful launch of No. 3 PLUS. Through the disciplined operational execution of our transformation priorities, our higher sales translated to a strong quarter. I want to again thank the entire Olaplex team for their continued dedication and commitment to our transformation.” For the first quarter of 2026 compared to the first quarter of 2025:Net sales increased 2.5% to $99.4 million;By channel:Specialty Retail decreased 13.3% to $33.4 million; Professional...

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Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S accepts delisting of Nilfisk’s shares

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION OR RELEASE, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN OR INTO ANY JURISDICTION IN WHICH DISTRIBUTION OR RELEASE WOULD BE UNLAWFUL Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S accepts delisting of Nilfisk’s shares With reference to Nilfisk Holding A/S’ (Nilfisk) company announcement no. 29 of 11 May 2026, regarding Nilfisk’s Board of Directors’ decision to request Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S (Nasdaq Copenhagen) to have Nilfisk’s shares (ISIN DK0060907293) removed from trading and official listing on Nasdaq Copenhagen, Nasdaq Copenhagen has today accepted to remove the shares from trading and official listing. The last day of trading and official listing will be Tuesday 12 May 2026. The delisting of the shares is a result of the contemplated compulsory acquisition by Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions GmbH (Freudenberg) in accordance with sections 70 and...

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Certara Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Updates 2026 Guidance to reflect completed divestiture of Regulatory Writing and Medical Writing Business RADNOR, Pa., May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Certara, Inc. (Nasdaq: CERT), a global leader in model-informed drug development, today reported its first quarter 2026 financial results. First Quarter Highlights:Revenue was $106.9 million, compared to $106.0 million in the first quarter of 2025, representing growth of 1%.Software revenue was $49.7 million, compared to $46.4 million in the first quarter of 2025, representing growth of 7%. Services revenue was $57.2 million, compared to $59.6 million in the first quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 4%.Net loss was $8.8 million, compared to a net income of $4.7 million in the first quarter of 2025, representing a decrease of 285%. Adjusted EBITDA was $31.7 million,...

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Townsquare Reports Q1 Results With Digital Driving 63% of Segment Profit and 59% of Net Revenue

Digital Advertising Revenue Grows +7% YoY in Q1’26Media Partnerships Revenue Doubles; Now Serving 13 Partners PURCHASE, N.Y., May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Townsquare Media, Inc. (NYSE: TSQ) (“Townsquare”, the “Company,” “we,” “us” or “our”) announced today its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. “I am pleased to share that Townsquare’s first quarter results met our previously issued net revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance, driven by the strength of our differentiated Digital Advertising platform. Additionally, we are reaffirming our 2026 full year guidance for both net revenue and Adjusted EBITDA. In the first quarter, net revenue decreased -1.9% year-over-year, Adjusted EBITDA decreased -9.7% year-over-year, and net income improved $4.5 million year-over-year,” commented Bill Wilson, Chief Executive...

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Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. Announces Financial Results For First Quarter Ended March 31, 2026, Declares Second Quarter 2026 Dividend of $0.35 Per Common Share

NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Carlyle Secured Lending, Inc. (together with its consolidated subsidiaries, “we,” “us,” “our,” “CGBD” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CGBD) today announced its financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Alex Chi, CGBD’s Chief Executive Officer, said, “Despite macroeconomic uncertainty and market volatility, CGBD delivered another quarter of stable earnings, supported by consistent credit performance. We are seeing an increasingly attractive investment environment, with spreads on new originations expanding, positioning the portfolio for improved yields and stronger earnings power over time. In this context, we have reset the base dividend to better align with current portfolio earnings, while maintaining the potential to deliver additional value to shareholders through supplemental...

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Barrick Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

Disciplined execution drives strong operational and financial performanceQ1 gold production of 719,000 ounces1 beats guidance of 640,000–680,000 ounces1, driven by strong performances at NGM and Veladero, and the ramp-up at Loulo-Gounkoto; copper production of 49,000 tonnes1 in line with plan.Gold costs per ounce were better than plan, driven by efficiencies in mining and processing: gold COS2 of $1,922 per ounce, TCC3 of $1,327 per ounce, and AISC3 of $1,708 per ounce.Operating cash flow of $2.55 billion increased 111% year-on-year, attributable operating cash flow of $1.97 billion increased 89% year-on-year, and attributable free cash flow3 of $1.21 billion was up 195% year-on-year.Strong earnings supported by a higher realized gold price3: net earnings per share of $0.96 rose 256% year-on-year, and adjusted net earnings per...

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Zhihu Inc. to Report First Quarter 2026 Financial Results on June 3, 2026

BEIJING, China, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zhihu Inc. (“Zhihu” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ZH; HKEX: 2390), a leading online content community in China, today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 before the U.S. market opens on June 3, 2026. The Company’s management will host a conference call at 7:00 A.M. U.S. Eastern Time on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (7:00 P.M. Beijing/Hong Kong Time on Wednesday, June 3, 2026) to discuss the results. All participants wishing to join the conference call must pre-register online using the link provided below. Once the pre-registration has been completed, each participant will receive a set of dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN which can be used to join the conference call. Registration Link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI3688e4763901491aa49594b4434a6a84 Additionally,...

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Barrick Board Authorizes $3.0 Billion Share Repurchase

All amounts expressed in U.S. dollars TORONTO, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) (“Barrick” or the “Company”) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $3.0 billion of the Company’s outstanding common shares at prevailing market prices. Following solid execution and strong free cash flow, this authorization is intended to return cash to shareholders at a time when Barrick sees exceptional value in its own shares, particularly in anticipation of the planned IPO of North American Barrick. The repurchase authorization does not oblige the Company to acquire common shares. Repurchases can be made through published markets in the United States, such as the New York Stock Exchange, using a variety of methods, including open market purchases, as well as...

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