TORONTO, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Further to a statement released on December 3, 2025, Clairvest Group Inc. (TSX: CVG) (“CVG”), together with Clairvest Equity Partners VI (“CEP VI”, collectively “Clairvest”), announced today the closing of the merger between Acera Insurance Services Ltd. (“Acera” or the “Company”) and Navacord Corp. Acera’s CEO Lee Rogers, Chairman and EVP Andrew Kemp, the executive team and employee shareholders rolled a significant portion of their equity into the combined entity. Clairvest has fully exited its investment in Acera as part of this transaction. Under the terms of the sale, Clairvest received gross proceeds of approximately C$407 million (CVG’s portion being C$110 million) at closing, comprised of 80% in cash and 20% in a promissory note payable over 24 months. As previously announced, the...

PR n°C3384C STMicroelectronics expands sensors capabilities with closing of acquisition of NXP’s MEMS business Acquisition boosts ST’s position in automotive safety and expands leadership in sensors across automotive and industrial end markets Geneva, February 2, 2026 – STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, today completed the acquisition of NXP Semiconductors’ (NASDAQ: NXPI) MEMS sensors business. Announced in July 2025 and now fully approved by regulators, this transaction, focused on automotive safety and non-safety products and sensors for industrial applications, expands ST’s global sensors capabilities. Based on our initial assessment, we expect the acquired business to contribute in the mid-forties million dollars range to ST’s revenues in...

LA JOLLA, Calif., Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Palomar Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLMR) (“Palomar”, the “Company”) today announced the completion of the previously announced acquisition of The Gray Casualty & Surety Company (“Gray Surety”), effective January 31, 2026, and the successful closing of new unsecured financing, effective January 27, 2026. The financing includes a $150 million revolving facility and a $300 million term loan. U.S. Bank National Association and KeyBank National Association served as the Joint Lead Arrangers and Joint Book Runners, with U.S. Bank National Association as Administrative Agent, KeyBank National Association as Syndication Agent, and Citizens Bank, N.A., The Huntington National Bank, PNC Bank, National Association, Wells Fargo Bank, National Association as co-documentation agents, and JPMorgan...

Acquisitions add 1.5 GW of load capacity, expanding energy-advantaged portfolio with on-site power generation TeraWulf’s platform more than doubles to 2.8 GW across five sites, supporting 250 – 500 MW of targeted new contracted capacity annually EASTON, Md., Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TeraWulf Inc. (Nasdaq: WULF) (“TeraWulf” or the “Company”), a leading owner and operator of vertically integrated digital infrastructure, today announced the expansion of its digital and power infrastructure portfolio through the acquisition of two strategically located brownfield infrastructure sites in Hawesville, Kentucky and Charles County, Maryland. Together, these acquisitions add approximately 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of capacity to TeraWulf’s portfolio and advance the Company’s strategy of developing energy-advantaged locations with near-term...

PRESS RELEASE | February 2nd, 2026 – 5.45pm SYNERGIE CLOSES THE ACQUISITION OF A MAJORITY STAKE IN HOUSE OF FLEXWORK GROUP. Following the signing of an agreement on December 23rd, 2025, SYNERGIE and HOUSE OF FLEXWORK are pleased to announce the closing of their transaction. Founded in 1998, HOUSE OF FLEXWORK is a leading Swiss staffing agency operating through its established brands Induserv, Hardworker and Payroll House. With seven branches nationwide, the Group delivers temporary staffing, permanent recruitment and payroll services to a diversified client base. Leveraging on its strong regional footprint and long-standing relationships with its clients, HOUSE OF FLEXWORK is expected to generate approximately CHF 75 million in turnover in 2025 (EUR 80 million). As part of the transaction, HOUSE OF FLEXWORK management will join forces...

198-Home Garden-Style Community Offers Value-Add Opportunity in a Supply-Constrained Market SAN DIEGO, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fairfield, a nationally recognized leader in property management and development, recently acquired The Resort at Encinitas, located at 1320 Via Terrassa in Encinitas, Calif., a 198-home garden-style community of one- and two-bedroom apartments. With a significant portion of the homes still in original condition, Fairfield plans to implement a renovation program that enhances both apartment interiors and shared community amenities. “The Resort at Encinitas presents a compelling value‑add opportunity,” said Kristen Maris, Vice President of Asset Management. “Our thoughtful renovation plan will introduce refreshed common areas, high‑end appliances, and elevated design elements that enhance the resident...

BATON ROUGE, La., Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lamar Advertising Company (Nasdaq: LAMR) (“Lamar” or the “Company”), a leading owner and operator of outdoor advertising assets, announced today that it had acquired the assets of Cleveland Outdoor Advertising for cash. The transaction adds 31 high-profile bulletin faces and more than 40 junior bulletin faces to Lamar’s Cleveland portfolio. COA was founded 47 years ago by Debra Abdalian-Thompson and Stephen Thompson as a junior poster plant and grew to include numerous premium bulletin locations in the Cleveland metro area.  “Debbie has been a pioneer in the OOH industry, and we are honored that she and Steve trust Lamar to build upon the strong foundation that they have established,” said Ross Reilly, president of Lamar’s outdoor division. Abdalian-Thompson,...

Acquisition Extends Rocket’s Modernization Portfolio into High-Performance Analytics and AI WALTHAM, Mass., Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rocket Software, a global technology leader in modernization software, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Vertica analytics database from OpenText (NASDAQ: OTEX), (TSX: OTEX). Vertica is an enterprise-grade analytics database platform trusted by leading global organizations for its proven technology and industrial-strength performance for mission-critical analytical workloads. The technology sits at the center of many of today’s investments and helps enterprises drive better business outcomes while balancing cloud innovation with regulatory compliance, data sovereignty, performance, and cost requirements. By adding Vertica to its portfolio, Rocket Software...

Project ranks among the largest solar projects in the United States NEW YORK and CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TerraForm Power (TerraForm), an affiliate of Brookfield Asset Management and a leading renewable energy company in North America, today announced the acquisition of Steward Creek Solar, a 1.56 gigawatt (GW) solar project under development in Lee County, Illinois, from Hexagon Energy (Hexagon), the project’s original developer. Steward Creek Solar is among the largest solar PV projects in the United States. The acquisition expands TerraForm’s pre-construction pipeline of solar and battery storage projects to nearly 7 GW, primarily located in PJM and SERC. “This landmark project highlights our ability to deliver renewable energy at scale during a period of unprecedented power demand and grid constraints,”...

BOSTON, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) today announced that it has successfully completed its acquisition of Mexico Carbon Manufacturing S.A. de C.V. (MXCB) from Bridgestone Corporation. The transaction follows the announcement of a definitive agreement in August and the receipt of required regulatory approvals.  Cabot has long supplied Bridgestone with reinforcing carbon products, and this acquisition further strengthens the partnership between the two companies. In addition, this acquisition expands Cabot’s global manufacturing footprint and reinforces its position as a leading provider of reinforcing carbons. Strategically located near Cabot’s existing facility in Altamira, Mexico, MXCB not only enhances production capacity and operational flexibility but also offers the capability to manufacture...