ROAD TOWN, British Virgin Islands, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aura Minerals Inc. (TSX: ORA, B3: AURA33 and OTCQX: ORAAF) (“Aura” or the “Company”) announced today that the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) has declared and approved the payment of a dividend (the “Dividend”) of US$0.40 per common share (approximately US$ 30 million in total). This payment is above the minimum foreseen in the Company’s Dividend Policy (the “Dividend Policy”) and includes also a US$ 13.5 million receivable the Company collected in April 2025 related to the sale of the Serrote project to Appian Capital LLC in 2018. Under the Dividend Policy, the Company will determine quarterly cash dividends in an aggregate amount equal to 20% of its reported Adjusted EBITDA² for the relevant three months less sustaining capital expenditures and exploration...

BOSTON, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On Monday, May 5, 2025, the Board of Directors of Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, an increase of 5% compared to the current quarterly dividend of $0.43 per share, on all outstanding shares of the Corporation’s common stock. The dividend is payable on June 13, 2025, to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 30, 2025. “Today’s announcement reflects the Board’s confidence in our consistent earnings performance and our ability to generate strong cash flow,” said Sean Keohane, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Cabot Corporation. “The dividend increase and the recent share repurchase authorization are tangible actions which demonstrate our commitment to create shareholder value. These actions are aligned with our...

BALTIMORE, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MarketWise, Inc. (NASDAQ: MKTW) (“MarketWise” or “the Company”), a leading multi-brand digital subscription services platform that provides premium financial research, software, education, and tools for self-directed investors, today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend to holders of Class A common stock of $0.20 per share on May 1, 2025. A comparable distribution of $0.20 per unit has also been approved to holders of MarketWise, LLC units. The Company also announced a special dividend to shareholders of Class A common stock of $0.10 per share, which totals approximately $0.3 million in the aggregate. The regular dividend, distribution, and the special dividend will be paid on June 25, 2025. The Record Date is May 15, 2025. About MarketWiseFounded with...

COCONUT CREEK, Fla., May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share on outstanding shares of WLFC common stock. The dividend is expected to be paid on May 22, 2025 to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 12, 2025. Willis Lease Finance Corporation WLFC leases large and regional spare commercial aircraft engines, auxiliary power units and aircraft to airlines, aircraft engine manufacturers and maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers worldwide. These leasing activities are integrated with engine and aircraft trading, engine lease pools and asset management services through Willis Asset Management Limited, as well as various end-of-life solutions for engines and aviation materials provided through Willis...

London, May 2, 2025 − The Board of Shell plc (the “Company”) (XLON: SHEL, XNYS: SHEL, XAMS: SHELL) today announced an interim dividend in respect of the first quarter of 2025 of US$ 0.358 per ordinary share. Details relating to the first quarter 2025 interim dividendPer ordinary share(GB00BP6MXD84)   Q1 2025Shell Shares (US$) 0.358Shareholders will be able to elect to receive their dividends in US dollars, euros or pounds sterling. An alternative ‘Electronic Election Entitlement’ (‘EEE’) process is available in CREST for dividends with options elections. Absent any valid election to the contrary, persons holding their ordinary shares through Euroclear Nederland will receive their dividends in euros. Absent any valid election to the contrary, shareholders (both holding in certificated and uncertificated form...

ANCHORAGE, Alaska, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — At the Board of Directors Meeting held April 30, 2025, a cash dividend of $4.00 per share was declared, payable on June 15, 2025, and distributed on June 16, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 1, 2025. CONTACT: Cheri GillianSecretary to the Board of Directors907-777-3409

NEW YORK, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Guggenheim Investments today announced that certain closed-end funds have declared their distributions. The table below summarizes the distribution schedule for each closed-end fund (collectively, the “Funds” and each, a “Fund”). The following dates apply to the distributions: Record Date May 15, 2025 Ex-Dividend Date May 15, 2025 Payable Date May 30, 2025Distribution ScheduleNYSE Ticker Closed-End Fund Name Distribution Per Share Change from Previous Distribution FrequencyAVK Advent Convertible and Income Fund $0.1172†   MonthlyGBAB Guggenheim Taxable Municipal Bond & Investment Grade Debt Trust $0.12573†   MonthlyGOF Guggenheim Strategic Opportunities Fund $0.1821†   MonthlyGUG Guggenheim Active Allocation Fund $0.11875†   Monthly† A portion of this distribution...

Board Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.25 per Share PHILADELPHIA and NEW YORK, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cohen & Company Inc. (NYSE American: COHN), a financial services firm specializing in an expanding range of capital markets and asset management services, today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2025. Summary Operating Results    Three Months Ended($ in thousands) 3/31/25   12/31/24   3/31/24           Net trading $ 9,211     $ 8,947     $ 9,848  Asset management   2,020       2,067       2,717  New issue and advisory   33,239       10,075       24,388  Principal transactions and other revenue   (15,730 )     (2,548 )     (18,389 )Total revenues   28,740       18,541       18,564                         Compensation and benefits   21,666       12,935       14,839  Non-compensation...

HOUSTON, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kayne Anderson Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) announced today a monthly distribution of $0.08 per share for May 2025. This distribution is payable to common stockholders on May 30, 2025 (as outlined in the table below). The Company declares distributions on a monthly basis, with its next distribution expected to be declared in early June. Payment of future distributions is subject to the approval of the Company’s Board of Directors, as well as meeting the covenants on the Company’s debt agreements and the terms of its preferred stock.Record Date /Ex-Date Payment Date Distribution Amount Return of CapitalEstimate5/15/25 5/30/25 $0.08 40%(1)(1) This estimate is based on the Company’s anticipated earnings and profits. The final determination of the tax character of...

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — At its meeting on April 30, 2025, the California Water Service Group (NYSE: CWT) (Company) Board of Directors (Board) declared the company’s 321st consecutive quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.30 per common share. The quarterly dividend will be payable on May 23, 2025, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on May 12, 2025. About California Water Service GroupCalifornia Water Service Group is the parent company of regulated utilities California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service, and Washington Water Service, as well as Texas Water Service, a utility holding company. Together, these companies provide regulated and non-regulated water and wastewater service to more than 2.1 million people in California, Hawaii, New Mexico, Washington,...