Press releaseParis, 17 April 2026 Bouygues Telecom, the Free–iliad Group and Orange enter exclusive negotiations with the Altice France group for the acquisition of SFR Following the due diligence phase initiated in 2026, Bouygues Telecom, the Free–iliad Group and Orange announce that they have submitted a new offer and are starting exclusive negotiations with the Altice France group with a view to acquiring SFR. This offer reflects a total enterprise value of 20.35 billion euros for the Altice France assets under consideration. Altice France has granted an exclusivity period to the Consortium until 15 May 2026 in order to finalize the terms and the transaction documents. While ensuring continuity for SFR customers in a mature market, this industrial operation would make it possible to:Strengthen investments in the resilience of very...

Press releaseParis, 17 April 2026 Bouygues Telecom, the Free–iliad Group and Orange enter exclusive negotiations with the Altice France group for the acquisition of SFR Following the due diligence phase initiated in 2026, Bouygues Telecom, the Free–iliad Group and Orange announce that they have submitted a new offer and are starting exclusive negotiations with the Altice France group with a view to acquiring SFR. This offer reflects a total enterprise value of 20.35 billion euros for the Altice France assets under consideration. Altice France has granted an exclusivity period to the Consortium until 15 May 2026 in order to finalize the terms and the transaction documents. While ensuring continuity for SFR customers in a mature market, this industrial operation would make it possible to:Strengthen investments in the resilience of very...

Dover, KENT, April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Two of the most respected brands in the electrical industry, Doble Engineering and Megger, have announced their strategic merger under the umbrella of ESCO Technologies Inc. Together, these brands bring an unrivalled reputation of innovation, expertise, and trust by their customers to deliver a unified platform for holistic electrical asset management on a global scale. The agreement is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close within the next six to nine months.Doble Engineering and Megger Unite This merger represents the integration of extensive and complementary portfolios and capabilities combining advanced offline test equipment and data, continuous online monitoring, and engineering analytics. The new entity creates a cohesive ecosystem that offers a single source...

Institutional‑quality multifamily asset located in one of Albany’s strongest suburban submarkets CLIFTON PARK, N.Y., April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MLG Capital – a national leader in private real estate investments, announced its acquisition of Kensington at Halfmoon, a 200-unit multifamily community located in the Clifton Park submarket of the Albany, New York MSA. Built in 2014, Kensington at Halfmoon features expansive one‑ and two‑bedroom residences, direct‑access private garages, and a highly competitive amenity package, including a resort‑style pool, fitness center, yoga studio, movie theater, game lounge, and dog park. “Kensington at Halfmoon exemplifies the type of institutional‑quality asset we seek: strong in‑place cash flow, durable fundamentals, and long‑term value support,” said Daniel Price, Chief Investment Officer...

St. Louis- and Maryland-based advisory teams join Mariner to enable their next phase of growth, focusing on client continuity and next-generation advisor development Overland Park, Kansas, April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mariner, a national financial services firm, today announced two acquisitions totaling approximately $500 million in assets, adding multigenerational advisory teams focused on long-term growth. A St. Louis-based firm led by Blake Dunlop and Connor Dunlop and a Timonium, Maryland-based firm led by Grant Palmer III joined Mariner as part of its ongoing strategy to support advisor evolution and client continuity. Both firms gain access to Mariner’s integrated capabilities and in-house expertise, enabling them to offer broader advice and deepen client relationships. The transactions reflect a broader shift across...

FORM 8.3 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: OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LTD(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.  (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:  (e)        Date position held/dealing...

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: Rathbones Group Plc(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.  (c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:        Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree A consortium comprising LondonMetric Property plc and Schroder Real Estate Investment Trust Limited(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:  (e)   Date...

IRVINE, Calif., April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cheetah Net Supply Chain Service Inc. (“Cheetah” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq CM: CTNT) today announced that it has entered into a Share Transfer Agreement (the “Agreement”) to acquire 100% of the equity interests of Super International Trading Limited (“Super International”), a limited liability company incorporated under the laws of Hong Kong, primarily engaged in the trading of large-scale industrial equipment, from a non-U.S. individual (the “Transferor”) (the “Acquisition”). The Company believes that Super International has an established presence in the industrial equipment trading sector, supported by supplier relationships and a diversified customer base, which may provide a solid foundation for continued growth and operational scalability. The aggregate purchase price for the...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LEEF Brands, Inc. (CSE: LEEF) (OTCQB: LEEEF) (“LEEF” or the “Company”), a rapidly growing cannabis company, today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Standard Holdings, Inc., the parent company of HIMALAYA VAPOR (“HIMALAYA”), a leading California-based cannabis concentrates brand known for its premium, full-spectrum cartridges and natural formulations. The acquisition strengthens LEEF’s vertical integration strategy by pairing one of California’s most efficient cultivation and extraction platforms with a top-tier consumer brand. HIMALAYA has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality cartridges and concentrates using sun-grown cannabis, with a loyal customer base across Northern California. Under the terms of the agreement, LEEF will...

SRXH files Form S-4 with SEC in connection with EMJX merger  SRXH provides update on performance through mid-April with an approximate 3.5% gain in hedging pool, driven by EMJX’s algorithm, and an approximate gain of 8% in its long treasury investment holdings NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla., April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SRx Health Solutions, Inc. (NYSE American: SRXH) (the “Company”) and EMJ Crypto Technologies (“EMJX”), a digital-asset treasury operating platform with which the Company has entered into a definitive merger agreement, today announced acquiring shares in the open market of Compass Inc. and increasing its investment in Opendoor Technologies Inc. Further to additions to its portfolio, the Company is pleased to report that it has filed a Form S-4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection...