ROUYN-NORANDA, Quebec and TORONTO, April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fokus Mining Corporation (“Fokus”) (TSXV:FKM) (OTCQB:FKMCF) and Gold Candle Ltd. (“Gold Candle”) today announced the successful completion of the previously-announced statutory plan of arrangement (the “Arrangement”) whereby Gold Candle acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares in the capital of Fokus (the “Shares”) for $0.26 per Share. The Arrangement valued Fokus at approximately $63 million on an equity value basis. As a result of the completion of the Arrangement, it is expected that the Shares will be delisted from the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSXV”), OTCQB tier of the OTC Markets Group, and Open Markets segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange shortly after the date hereof, and that Fokus will promptly apply for an order to cease to be a reporting...

SEDA Experts LLC, a leading expert witness firm providing world-class financial expert witness services, announced today that William Hunter joined the firm as Managing Director. New York, NY, April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SEDA Experts LLC, a leading expert witness firm providing world-class financial expert witness services, announced today that William Hunter joined the firm as Managing Director. “We are delighted that William is bringing his extensive experience in corporate valuation and M&A to SEDA Experts,” said Peter Selman, Managing Partner of SEDA Experts. William Hunter is a highly experienced M&A banker who has over 25 years of experience supporting companies and investors on complex transactions and business valuation. Throughout his career he has focused on middle-market deals, often family businesses....

Acquisition Expands Global Footprint and Strengthens Leadership Across Life Sciences Manufacturing STATE COLLEGE, Pa. and CORK, Ireland, April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blue Mountain, the leader in GMP-compliant Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software for life sciences, today announced the acquisition of CompuCal Calibration Solutions, a recognized leader in calibration and maintenance management software across Europe. This acquisition represents a significant milestone in Blue Mountain’s global growth strategy since the recent investment by Five Arrows, the alternative assets arm of Rothschild & Co. Blue Mountain’s acquisition of CompuCal strengthens its presence across key European markets while adding extensive calibration expertise and localized delivery capabilities. CompuCal brings an established customer base and...

The Trusted B2B Marketing Show Expands Its Brand to Help Small and Mid-Sized B2B Service Companies Turn Content Into Revenue Bryn Mawr, PA, April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Market Better, the B2B marketing show trusted by 10,000+ marketing leaders, today announced the acquisition of Legacy Media and the launch of Market Better Studio, a full-service growth marketing system built for small and mid-sized B2B service companies looking to scale. Market Better has spent years building one of the most trusted audiences in B2B marketing, bringing together CMOs, growth leaders, and operators for real conversations about what’s actually working. The acquisition of Legacy Media, a video-first production company, brings proven content production expertise to the Market Better brand. Market Better Studio is now the result. It gives B2B service...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORERule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)   Full name of discloser: CANACCORD GENUITY WEALTH LIMITED (for Discretionary clients)(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):        The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named. N/A(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:        Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree ADVANCED MEDICAL SOLUTIONS GROUP PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORERule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)   Full name of discloser: CANACCORD GENUITY WEALTH LIMITED (for Discretionary clients)(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):        The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named. N/A(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:        Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree ANIMALCARE GROUP PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date position...

FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI) PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITY Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)        Name of exempt principal trader: Shore Capital Stockbrokers Ltd(b)        Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:         Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree CAB Payments Holdings Plc(c)        Name of the party to the offer with which exempt principal trader is connected: CAB Payments Holdings Plc(d)        Date dealing undertaken: 21 April 2026(e)        Has the EPT previously disclosed, or is it today disclosing, under the Code in respect of any other party to this offer? No2.        DEALINGS BY THE EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER (a)        Purchases...

Downing LLPLEI: 213800G3X76VBG9SB50422 April 2026Form 8.3 re. Animalcare Group Plc PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)   Full name of discloser: Downing LLP(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):Client funds managed by Downing LLP(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:Animalcare Group Plc(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: n/a(e)   Date position held/dealing undertaken:21 April 2026(f)   In addition to the company in 1(c) above, is the discloser making disclosures in...

       PRESS RELEASE – APRIL 22ND, 2026 Wendel completes the acquisition of a controlling stake in Committed Advisors, adding expertise in secondary markets to its third-party asset management business Strengthens partnership with BNP Paribas Asset Management Alts’ GP stakes platform, which is also participating in the transaction Wendel announces today the closing of the acquisition of a controlling stake (56% of the capital) in Committed Advisors (“Committed Advisors” or “CA”) from its founding partners who also reinvested all of their net proceeds in Committed Advisors funds, as part of the transaction. Founded in 2010, Committed Advisors is a global private investment firm focusing on the mid-market, providing a broad range of solutions to investors and general partners seeking liquidity solutions for their private equity assets....

TORONTO, April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Clairvest Group Inc. (TSX: CVG) (“CVG”) today announced that it, together with Clairvest Equity Partners VII (“CEP VII”, collectively “Clairvest”), and RRC Gaming Management LLC (“RRC”) have completed its previously announced acquisition of MGM Northfield Park (“Northfield Park”). Clairvest (and certain of its CEP VII limited partner co-investors) invested US$165 million for a majority ownership interest, of which CVG invested US$39 million. This represents Clairvest’s second partnership with RRC, a team of experienced gaming operators. This investment builds on Clairvest’s 26-year track record in the local market gaming industry and marks Clairvest’s 14th land-based gaming deal. The Northfield Park investment is also Clairvest’s 70th platform investment and the fourth investment made through...