Combination will create scale, destination market differentiation and will minimize geographic risks for both companiesSRSP Crush PlantShell Rock Soy Processing’s soybean crush plant, located in Shell Rock, IACherryvale Crush PlantBartlett’s soybean crush plant, located in Cherryvale, KSKansas City, MO & Shell Rock, IA, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bartlett, a Savage Company (Bartlett), and Shell Rock Soy Processing, LLC (SRSP) today announced their intent to combine their soybean crush businesses. The combination brings together two highly complementary organizations with a shared commitment to connecting U.S. farmers to expanding markets for food, feed and renewable fuels. Together, the companies will create a larger, more robust platform for long-term growth, while preserving the operational...

LOUISVILLE, Ky., June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) (“CDI”, “we”) announced today that we have has been notified by the State of Maryland of the State’s intention to exercise rights under Maryland Code Ann. Bus. Reg. §11-520(d) to acquire the intellectual property, including all trademarks and associated rights, of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes (the “Preakness IP Rights”) from 1/ST Maryland LLC, an affiliate of 1/ST Racing, by matching the purchase price of CDI’s previously-announced agreement to acquire the Preakness IP Rights for $85 million. “We understand why the state of Maryland would decide to acquire the Preakness IP rights as a state-owned asset from 1/ST Maryland LLC,” said Bill Carstanjen, Chief Executive Officer of CDI. “We remain committed to working with...

MINNEAPOLIS, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vireo Growth Inc. (CSE: VREO) (OTCQX: VREOD) (“Vireo” or the “Company”), today announced the closing of its previously announced acquisition to acquire an indirect 49% equity interest in HA-MD, LLC (“HA-MD”), the sole owner of Chesapeake Integrated Health Institute, LLC and Maryland Alternative Relief, LLC, pursuant to a membership interest purchase agreement dated November 3, 2025 (the “Transaction”). The total consideration for the Transaction was $1.55 million, $400,000 of which was settled in cash on the closing date, $400,000 of which will be paid under a promissory note over a term of 5 years at 8% annual interest, with the remaining $750,000 balance satisfied by the issuance of 37,035 subordinate voting shares of Vireo, on a post-share consolidation basis, at a deemed issue price...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., and HASTINGS, Mich., June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: IBCP), the parent company of Independent Bank, with total assets of approximately $5.5 billion, and HCB Financial Corp. (“HCB”), the parent company of Highpoint Community Bank, with total assets of approximately $590 million, previously announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement on March 18, 2026 for IBCP to acquire HCB. The proposed transaction has been approved by HCB shareholders. As previously announced, the proposed transaction has also been approved by both the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. The merger of IBCP and HCB is currently expected to be effective on July 1, 2026. About Independent Bank Corporation Independent Bank Corporation...

Acquisition continues expansion in western North Carolina CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FG Communities, whose mission is to preserve and improve affordable housing by acquiring and operating manufactured housing communities, is excited to announce its most recent acquisition of a community located in Waynesville, NC. Located in the mountains of western North Carolina just outside of Asheville, Waynesville has become a sought-after destination for retirees and outdoor enthusiasts, creating a growing demand for quality affordable housing in the region. Michael Anise, CEO of FG Communities, said, “Western North Carolina is a market we believe in. Waynesville offers a great quality of life, and we’re excited to provide residents an affordable place to call home in such a desirable part of the state.” About...

Nordic Climate Group is expanding its presence in Southern UK through the acquisition of K4 Services, strengthening its capabilities within cooling and heating solutions for industrial, commercial and public sector environments. Headquartered in Devon, K4 Services provides installation, service and maintenance across South West England and South Wales. Founded in 2014 by Ian MacDowell and Gordon Keyworth following more than 15 years in the industry, K4 Services has built a strong position through long-term customer relationships, technical know-how and a growing share of recurring service revenue. Today, the company has 25 employees and serves customers including data centres, pharmacies and medical facilities. “K4 Services combines strong technical know-how with long-term customer relationships and a clear ambition to continue developing...

Company announces name change to SRX Global in conjunction with transaction closing Company’s stock to remain trading on the NYSE American (“NYSE”) under ticker symbol “SRXH” NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla., June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SRx Health Solutions, Inc. (NYSE American: SRXH) (the “Company”, or “SRX”) today announced it has completed the acquisition of EMJ Crypto Technologies, Inc. (“EMJX”) and is launching its new AI-driven platform strategy, which will focus on driving returns for shareholders through the allocation of capital into high-conviction operating companies and assets. In conjunction with the transaction closing, the Company has changed its legal name and branding to SRX Global Inc. The Company’s stock will remain trading on the NYSE under the ticker symbol “SRXH” and will continue to trade...

Creates a scaled BDC positioned for growth while maintaining industry leading credit quality and portfolio yield NEW YORK, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. (“REFI”) (NASDAQ: REFI), a commercial mortgage real estate investment trust, and Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. (the “LIEN”) (NASDAQ: LIEN), a specialty finance company that has elected to be regulated as a business development company (“BDC”), today announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement (the “Merger Agreement”) under which REFI will elect to be regulated as a BDC, and merge with and into LIEN in an all-stock, strategic combination (the “Merger”). Upon closing of the Merger, LIEN will be the surviving public entity and will continue to operate as a BDC and trade on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker...

We Back Challengers – JuneX Capital Partners – AENDRE GROUP – NEW ENDWe Back Challengers – JuneX Capital Partners – AENDRE GROUP – NEW ENDJuneX Capital Partners and New End Associates today announced the successful deployment of GP capital solutions in support of AENDRE’s inaugural hospitality acquisition, a three-property Central London hospitality portfolio acquired from APG, the Dutch pension asset manager. For the full transaction announcement, please see: here   The transaction comprises 587 keys across freehold assets in South Kensington, Covent Garden and Belgravia and represents one of the largest hospitality transactions completed in Central London this year. The acquisition marks an important milestone in AENDRE’s development as a specialist investmentand operating platform...

Boulogne-Billancourt, France, 18.06.2026  — A2MAC1, the global leader in automotive technology and costing intelligence, today announced the signing of a binding agreement to acquire Tset, a Vienna-based provider of advanced cost engineering software for automotive and manufacturing. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions. The combination brings together A2MAC1’s industry-leading benchmarking and costing data platform with Tset’s cloud-native costing and simulation platform, creating a unified Costing Intelligence for the automotive and manufacturing industry. Addressing a Transforming Cost Engineering Landscape As automotive manufacturers face rising cost pressure and increasing product complexity, cost engineering environments remain highly...