SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Oct. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Westamerica Bancorporation (Nasdaq: WABC), parent company of Westamerica Bank, generated net income for the third quarter 2024 of $35.1 million and diluted earnings per common share (“EPS”) of $1.31, which includes gains from life insurance and sales of other assets equivalent to $0.04 EPS. Third quarter 2024 results compare to second quarter 2024 net income of $35.5 million and EPS of $1.33. “Westamerica’s third quarter 2024 results benefited from the Company’s valuable low-cost deposit base, of which 48 percent was represented by non-interest bearing checking accounts during the quarter; the annualized cost of funding our loan and bond portfolios was 0.37 percent in the quarter. Operating expenses remained well controlled at 35 percent of total revenues in...

TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Guardian Capital LP announces the following regular cash distributions for the period ending October 31, 2024, in respect of the ETF series of the Guardian Capital funds listed below (the “Guardian Capital ETFs”). In each case, the distribution will be paid on October 31, 2024 to unitholders of record on October 25, 2024. The ex-dividend date in each case is anticipated to be October 25, 2024.Guardian Capital ETFs Series of ETF Units DistributionFrequency TradingSymbol Exchange Distribution Amount(per ETF Unit)Guardian Directed Equity Path Portfolio Hedged ETF Units Monthly GDEP TSX CAD$0.0770Guardian Directed Equity Path Portfolio Unhedged ETF Units Monthly GDEP.B TSX CAD$0.0719Guardian Directed Premium Yield Portfolio Hedged ETF Units Monthly GDPY TSX CAD$0.1231Guardian...

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX) (“MTI” or “the Company”) today announced a 10% increase of its regular quarterly dividend on the Company’s common stock to $0.11 per share. The dividend is payable on December 5, 2024, to stockholders of record at the close of business on October 31, 2024. In addition, MTI’s Board of Directors has authorized a new $200 million share repurchase program. The Company expects to repurchase shares under this authorization as part of its balanced approach to capital allocation. “Increasing our dividend and authorizing a new repurchase program reflects the Board’s ongoing confidence in MTI’s financial strength as we continue to grow earnings and cash flow,” said Douglas T. Dietrich, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “The combination of this increased...

October 2024 Monthly Dividend of $0.12 Per Share of Common Stock Estimated Book Value Per Share as of September 30, 2024 of $8.40 Estimated GAAP net income of $0.24 per share for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, including an estimated $0.29 per share of net realized and unrealized gains on RMBS and derivative instruments Estimated 2.1% total return on equity for the quarter ended September 30, 2024 Estimated book value, net income and total return on equity amounts are preliminary, subject to change, and subject to review by the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm RMBS Portfolio Characteristics as of September 30, 2024 Next Dividend Announcement Expected November 13, 2024VERO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: ORC) announced today that the...

CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. (TSX: PEY) (“Peyto”) confirms that the monthly dividend with respect to October 2024 of $0.11 per common share is to be paid on November 15, 2024, for shareholders of record on October 31, 2024. Dividends paid by Peyto to Canadian residents are eligible dividends for Canadian income tax purposes. Shareholders and interested investors are encouraged to visit the Peyto website at www.peyto.com to learn more about what makes Peyto one of North America’s most exciting energy companies. The website also includes a monthly report, which discusses various topics chosen by the President and CEO and includes estimates of monthly capital expenditures and production. For further information please contact: Jean-Paul LachancePresident...

TORONTO, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — European Residential Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: ERE.UN, “ERES”) is pleased to announce that the trustees of ERES have declared the October 2024 monthly cash distribution of €0.01 per Unit and Class B LP Unit (the “October Distribution”), being equivalent to €0.12 per Unit annualized. The distribution will be payable to holders of the Units and Class B LP Units (the “Unitholders”) of record on October 31, 2024, with payment on November 15, 2024. The Euro-denominated distribution will be paid in Canadian dollars based on the exchange rate on the date of payment (estimated C$0.01499 per Unit and Class B LP Unit). Registered Unitholders will be provided with an option to elect to receive such distribution in Euros rather than Canadian dollars. If no such election is made, registered...

TORONTO, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (“CAPREIT”) (TSX: CAR.UN) announced today its October 2024 monthly distribution in the amount of $0.125 per Unit (or $1.50 on an annualized basis). The October 2024 distribution will be payable on November 15, 2024 to Unitholders of record at the close of business on October 31, 2024. CAPREIT is Canada’s largest publicly traded provider of quality rental housing. As at June 30, 2024, CAPREIT owns approximately 64,200 residential apartment suites, townhomes and manufactured home community sites well-located across Canada and the Netherlands, with approximately $16.6 billion of investment properties in Canada and Europe. Since its Initial Public Offering in May 1997, CAPREIT has grown monthly cash distributions per Unit by 110%. For...

TORONTO, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Allied Properties REIT (“Allied”) (TSX:AP.UN) announced today that the Trustees of Allied have declared a distribution of $0.15 per unit for the month of October 2024, representing $1.80 per unit on an annualized basis. The distribution will be payable on November 15, 2024, to unitholders of record as at October 31, 2024. About Allied Allied is a leading owner-operator of distinctive urban workspace in Canada’s major cities. Allied’s mission is to provide knowledge-based organizations with workspace that is sustainable and conducive to human wellness, creativity, connectivity and diversity. Allied’s vision is to make a continuous contribution to cities and culture that elevates and inspires the humanity in all people. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Cecilia C. Williams, President...

MARKHAM, Ontario, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Extendicare Inc. (“Extendicare” or the “Company”) (TSX: EXE) announced that it has declared a cash dividend of C$0.04 per common share of the Company (the “Common Share”) for the month of October 2024, which is payable on November 15, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 31, 2024. This dividend is designated as an “eligible dividend” within the meaning of the Income Tax Act (Canada). About Extendicare Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Partner Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever...

Production tracking guidance at Blanket Mine ST HELIER, Jersey, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc (NYSE AMERICAN, AIM and VFEX: CMCL) (“Caledonia” or the “Company”) announces gold production from the Blanket Mine in Zimbabwe (“Blanket”) for the quarter ended September 30, 2024 (“Q3 2024” or the “Quarter”). All production numbers are expressed on a 100 per cent basis and are based on the final assay at the refiners. HighlightsQuarterly gold production of 18,992 ounces (Q3 2023: 21,772 ounces; this was a quarterly record for Blanket). Gold produced in the nine months to the end of September was 56,815 ounces (2023: 55,244 ounces). Caledonia reiterates its gold production guidance for 2024 of between 74,000 and 78,000 ounces¹. DividendAs...