SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rubicon Point Partners, on behalf of Rubicon Point Fund II (“Rubicon”) and Canyon Partners Real Estate LLC (“Canyon”) today announced its partnership for the acquisition of a 201,078 square foot, four-building research and development campus (the “Property”) located in Santa Clara, California, one of the leading innovation hubs within Silicon Valley. Located in Santa Clara, the Property benefits from its position within one of the world’s leading innovation ecosystems and a market experiencing accelerating demand for Flex/R&D space driven by growth across artificial intelligence, semiconductors, robotics, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. “This is the beginning of a billion-dollar investment strategy that we plan to deploy over the coming few years throughout the...

TORONTO, May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Following a special meeting of securityholders today, AGF Investments Inc. (AGF Investments) (TSX:AGF.B) announced that securityholders have approved the proposed merger of AGF China Focus Class into AGF Emerging Markets Class on a taxable basis. The merger will take effect on or about May 22, 2026. Additional information regarding the merger is provided in the funds’ management information circular, which is available on www.AGF.com and www.sedarplus.ca. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. Mutual funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. All World Tax Advantage Group is a mutual fund corporation that currently...

Deal Provides Greater Scale, Strategic Shift Toward Higher Value Service-based Revenues, and Critical IP to Further Strengthen The NEW Data I/O REDMOND, Wash., May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) (the “Company”), the leading global provider of data provisioning solutions for flash memory, microcontrollers and security ICs, today announced the execution of a letter of intent (LOI) to acquire a leading manufacturer of semiconductor handling and packaging solutions. Upon closing of the transaction, the acquisition is expected to nearly double the annual revenues of Data I/O as well as be accretive to earnings and cash flow. “We are incredibly excited to announce this strategic transaction which will broaden Data I/O’s suite of products and services and position the combined company to address a larger,...

Global medical manufacturing combination strengthens scale, technical capabilities, global footprint, and supply resilience to support OEM customers Woburn, MA, and Mason, MI, May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tecomet and Orchid Orthopedic Solutions (“Orchid”) today announced the successful closing of their merger, forming a scaled global manufacturing partner serving MedTech and Aerospace & Defense customers. The combined company will operate under the Tecomet name. Tecomet will offer expanded capabilities across precision machining, additive manufacturing, forging, casting, and advanced finishing, supported by a more integrated and innovation-focused global manufacturing platform. This combination positions Tecomet to support customers across the product lifecycle from product development through full-scale production with...

Strengthens service footprint and customer support across California PORTLAND, Ore., May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Northwest Pump & Equipment Co. (Northwest Pump), a leading provider of petroleum, industrial, and service solutions, today announced the acquisition of Total Petroleum Services (TPS), a respected provider of petroleum service and maintenance solutions based in California. The acquisition strengthens Northwest Pump’s existing presence in California and expands its ability to serve customers with enhanced service coverage, technical expertise, and integrated solutions across the state. “Total Petroleum Services has built a strong reputation for responsive service and deep customer relationships. That service-first mindset aligns directly with how we support our customers every day,” said Bob Mathews, President...

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 8.3 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...

SAN FRANCISCO, May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rubicon Point Partners (“RPP”) announces the acquisition of the Shockwave Medical headquarters, a 201,078-square-foot, four-building R&D campus in Santa Clara, California, on behalf of Rubicon Point Fund II. The property is 100% NNN leased to Shockwave Medical, Inc., a medical device company and wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson (S&P: AAA).   “This is the beginning of a billion dollar investment strategy that we plan to deploy over the coming few years throughout the region. This acquisition represents the quality and caliber of assets we will continue to target:  mission-critical real estate leased to world-class tenants in the most dynamic markets on the West Coast,” said Ani Vartanian, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Rubicon Point Partners. Located...

Supports expansion of U.S. housing supply while accelerating growth of Tri Pointe Homes’ high-quality operations TOKYO and INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev., May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sumitomo Forestry Co., Ltd. (“Sumitomo Forestry”) (TSE: 1911) and Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (“Tri Pointe Homes”) today announced the successful completion of Sumitomo Forestry’s acquisition of Tri Pointe Homes for US$47.00 per share. With the closing of the transaction, Tri Pointe Homes is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Forestry America, Inc., which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Forestry Group, and will cease trading on the New York Stock Exchange. Through this acquisition, Tri Pointe Homes’ premium lifestyle brand, more than 160 active communities, and operations across 13 high-growth states will be added, making the Sumitomo Forestry...

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) today announced the successful completion of the acquisition of Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: APLS). Apellis, a leader in advancing treatments for serious, complement-driven diseases, is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Biogen. The acquisition adds two best-in-class commercialized products, EMPAVELI® and SYFOVRE®, significantly bolstering Biogen’s near-term growth outlook and accelerating the Company’s expansion into nephrology. Together, the products recorded $689 million in net product revenue in 2025. This transaction will strengthen Biogen’s revenue and EPS growth potential by being accretive to Biogen’s Non-GAAP diluted EPS in 2027 and is expected to materially increase Biogen’s non-GAAP EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through the...