Shareholders Received Total Return of 27.32% in 2025 Reaffirms 10% Distribution Policy of $0.60 Per Share Annually Announces Rights Offering for Common Shares RYE, N.Y., Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Board of Directors of The Gabelli Equity Trust (NYSE: GAB) (the “Fund”) reaffirmed the Fund’s distribution policy of paying $0.60 per share annually, and has approved a transferable rights offering which will allow the Fund’s record date common shareholders to acquire additional shares of common stock (the “Offering”). The Offering will be made only by means of a prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus, and this announcement does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any of the Fund’s securities. SUMMARY OF THE TERMS OF THE OFFERINGEach shareholder will receive one transferable right...

All financial figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gibson Energy Inc. (TSX:GEI) (“Gibson”, or the “Company”) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per common share, an increase of $0.02 per common share per quarter. The quarterly dividend is payable on April 17, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 30, 2026. This dividend is designated as an eligible dividend for Canadian income tax purposes. For non-resident shareholders, Gibson’s dividends are subject to Canadian withholding tax. “We are pleased to announce our seventh consecutive annual dividend increase,” said Riley Hicks, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “This five percent increase reflects the continued...

TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Allied Properties REIT (“Allied”) (TSX:AP.UN) announced today that the Trustees of Allied have declared a distribution of $0.06 per unit for the month of February 2026, representing $0.72 per unit on an annualized basis. The distribution will be payable on March 16, 2026, to unitholders of record as at February 27, 2026. 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, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Extendicare Inc. (“Extendicare” or the “Company”) (TSX: EXE) announced that it has declared a cash dividend of C$0.042 per common share of the Company for the month of February 2026, which is payable on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 27, 2026. 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 Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate...

MIAMI, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Watsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) announced that its Board of Directors approved a 10% increase in its annual dividend to $13.20 per share on each outstanding share of its Common and Class B common stock. The increase will be reflected in the Company’s next quarterly dividend payment in April 2026. Albert H. Nahmad, Watsco’s Chairman & CEO stated: “We are pleased to increase dividends to shareholders, which reflects our confidence in the prospects of our business and is supported by our strong cash flow and balance sheet.” Watsco has paid dividends to shareholders for 52 consecutive years. The Company’s philosophy is to share cash flow through dividends while keeping a conservative balance sheet with continued capacity to build its distribution network. Future changes in dividends will be considered...

Boosts Annual Dividend 10% to $13.20 Per Share Entrepreneurial Culture, Transformational Technologies and Debt-Free Balance Sheet Positions Company for Growth MIAMI, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Watsco, Inc. (NYSE: WSO) announced its operating results for the full-year and fourth quarter period ended December 31, 2025. The Company also provided updates related to innovation and technology, business trends and long-term growth opportunities. Watsco also announced today a 10% increase in its annual dividend to $13.20 per share effective with its next regular dividend payment in April 2026. This year marks Watsco’s 52nd consecutive year of paying dividends. Watsco is the largest distributor in the highly-fragmented North American HVAC market. Since entering distribution in 1989, Watsco has achieved a 17% compounded annual total-shareholder...

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSXV: NXLV) — NexLiving Communities Inc. (“NexLiving” or the “Company”) announced the disposition of its 15-unit property located at 24–28 Rue de la Futaie in Gatineau, QC for $2.9 million in net proceeds. The transaction price implies a 3.16% capitalization rate based on the trailing twelve-month net operating income. The asset was unencumbered by mortgage financing at the time of disposition. This non-core asset sale is consistent with the Company’s disciplined capital allocation strategy, which includes selectively recycling capital from non-core assets into opportunities that enhance portfolio quality, scale, and long-term value creation. The Company’s board of directors has approved and declared a dividend of $0.01 per common share for the quarter ending March 31,...

Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or dissemination in the United States. TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust (“Flagship” or the “REIT”) (TSX:MHC.U) (TSX:MHC.UN) today announced a cash distribution of US$0.0545 per REIT unit for the month of February 2026, representing US$0.654 per REIT unit on an annualized basis. Payments will be made on or about March 16, 2026, to unitholders of record as of the close of business on February 27, 2026. Distributions paid to Canadian unitholders (and other non-U.S. unitholders) generally will be subject to U.S. withholding tax. Unitholders should consult their own tax advisors for advice with respect to the tax consequences of receiving a distribution from the REIT in their own circumstance. About Flagship Communities Real Estate...

HOUSTON, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY, LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) today announced that it declared its quarterly cash dividend of $0.0625 per share of common stock for the first quarter of 2026 ($0.25 annualized), which is payable on March 27, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on February 27, 2026. Future declarations of quarterly dividends and the establishment of future record and payment dates are subject to approval by the Board of Directors. George Maxwell, Vaalco’s Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are pleased to announce our first quarter 2026 dividend, marking our 17th consecutive quarterly dividend. Our portfolio of high-quality, cash generative assets positions Vaalco to create sustainable value while capturing accretive upside through development...

LONDON, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) announced today that it will pay a regular quarterly cash dividend of US$0.21 per ordinary share on May 8, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 24, 2026. About nVent  nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world’s most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation....