Furthering our growth across eastern NC CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FG Communities, whose mission is to preserve and improve affordable housing by acquiring and operating manufactured housing communities, is pleased to announce its most recent acquisition in Scotland Neck, North Carolina. The community spans nearly 11 acres with 38 homesites and is located in Halifax County, approximately 70 miles northeast of Raleigh and 60 miles south of the Virginia border. Scotland Neck is a small historic town situated along the Roanoke River, known for its rich agricultural heritage, tight-knit community, and easy access to Rocky Mount and Wilson, two of the region’s primary commercial and employment hubs. As housing demand across eastern North Carolina continues to grow, communities like this acquisition offer...

1341-1371 Howard Street, Elk Grove Village, ILDalfen Industrial Accelerates Midwest Expansion with Strategic Chicago AcquisitionDALLAS, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dalfen Industrial today announced the acquisition of a multi-tenant industrial property at 1341–1371 Howard Street in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, further strengthening the firm’s rapidly expanding Midwest platform and deepening its presence in Chicago’s premier O’Hare submarket. Built in 1990 and strategically located in one of the nation’s most competitive infill logistics corridors, the property offers immediate access to I-90, I-290, I-294, and O’Hare International Airport. The asset is currently 75% leased and includes a move-in-ready vacancy, presenting near-term value creation opportunities. Each suite features both dock-high and drive-in loading,...

Final Milestone in Strategic Transformation Positions Company to Accelerate IM8 Global Expansion with Zero Debt Q4 and Full-Year 2025 Financial Results to be Announced on February 18, 2026 NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prenetics Global Limited (NASDAQ: PRE) (“Prenetics” or the “Company”), a leading consumer health sciences company and parent of the IM8 premium health and longevity brand, today announced the completion of the sale of its 35% equity interest in Insighta to Tencent for total cash consideration of $70 million. The transaction provides a substantial and immediate increase in Prenetics’ cash resources, further strengthening the Company’s financial position as it sharpens its focus on the global expansion of IM8, its flagship consumer health brand. Financial Impact of the Transaction The completion of the...

Deal marks tribe’s first direct entry into utility services sector Tulsa, Okla., Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cherokee Nation Businesses (“CNB”) today announced its first material, direct investment in the utility and infrastructure services sector. The move reflects a strategic focus as the tribally owned company deploys capital into counter-cyclical, long-duration industries with durable demand. CNB partnered with Ariel Alternatives, LLC to invest in Front Line Power Construction (“Front Line Power”), a Texas-based provider of electrical construction and power infrastructure services. “We remain dedicated to fostering growth and a sustainable economic advantage for our tribe and its businesses,” said CNB Chief Executive Officer Chuck Garrett. “This partnership reflects our continued commitment to responsibly stewarding the...

Located in Halifax and Bertie counties, the two projects will have a combined capacity of 222.2 MWdc and bring the clean energy company’s total generation capacity to 331.99MWdc WASHINGTON, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CleanChoice Energy (“CleanChoice”), the first U.S. company to bring ‘farm-to-table’ clean energy to consumers: both owning renewable energy facilities and delivering 100% clean electricity directly to homes and businesses, announced today it will extend its energy generation footprint into North Carolina with the acquisition of two solar projects located in Halifax and Bertie counties. The projects will generate a combined 222.2 MWdc of clean electricity, equivalent to the amount of electricity needed to power approximately 130,000 homes each year. Significance of These ProjectsThis marks an important...

TOKYO and HAMILTON, Bermuda, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sompo Holdings, Inc. (“Sompo” or the “Company”) (Stock Code: 8630, TSE Prime Market) announced today that it has received the necessary antitrust and insurance regulatory approvals required to complete its previously announced acquisition of 100% of the issued Class A ordinary shares of Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited (“Aspen”) through a wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. (“SIH”). The transaction is expected to close in the next several days, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Aspen brings to Sompo a well-established insurance and reinsurance franchise with a strong underwriting culture. Further, Aspen’s top-tier Lloyd’s syndicate provides Sompo additional access to support complex risks and reinsurance licensing across...

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ST. LOUIS, MO – February 2026 – ButcherJoseph & Co. (“ButcherJoseph”) is pleased to announce that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Western Specialty Contractors, a leading national provider of specialty construction, restoration, and concrete services, on its sale to its employees. The transaction enables Western Specialty Contractors’ employees to acquire a meaningful ownership stake in the company, ensuring long-term continuity, reinforcing the firm’s employee-centric culture, and preserving its independence for future generations. Founded in 1915, Western Specialty Contractors has built a national reputation for technical excellence, safety, and craftsmanship across building restoration, concrete repair, and specialty construction services. The ESOP transaction reflects...

Following the Addition of General Jack Keane, REalloys Further Strengthens Board with Addition of Former Vice Chairman of UBS Investment Bank  Blackboxstocks/REalloys Form S-4 has been declared effective by the SEC, and, pending NASDAQ listing approval, the company expects to close the merger DALLAS, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blackboxstocks Inc. (NASDAQ: BLBX) (“Blackboxstocks” or the “Company”) today announced that its merger target, REalloys Inc. (“REalloys”), has entered into a designate director agreement with Bob Foresman. Mr. Foresman will formally join the REalloys Board of Directors upon the closing of the merger between Blackboxstocks and REalloys. Blackboxstocks’ registration statement on Form S-4 has been declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and the companies expect to complete the...

The acquisition positions the nation’s largest and most experienced pure-play community solar company for continued growth, signaling its financial strength and scalability as the preferred partner for solar project developers and asset owners BOSTON, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Perch Energy today announced the acquisition of Solstice, a leading and fast-growing service provider specializing in customer acquisition and management for community solar development, formerly owned by MyPower, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co. This deal further establishes Perch as the most experienced and largest pure-play community solar acquisition and management servicing platform in the U.S. This dynamic combination strengthens Perch’s acquisition and management capabilities and its market footprint across all community solar...

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ST. LOUIS, MO – February 2026 – Western Specialty Contractors, a leading national provider of specialty construction, restoration, and concrete services, is proud to announce its transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 110 years of family ownership. This significant milestone allows Western Specialty Contractors’ employees to acquire a meaningful ownership stake in the company, ensuring long-term continuity, reinforcing the firm’s employee-centric culture, and preserving its independence for future generations. The ESOP structure provides Western Specialty Contractors with a new ownership solution that supports ongoing investment in operations, leadership development, and strategic growth initiatives, while aligning employees directly with the company’s long-term performance. “Our...