CINCINNATI, Aug. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has completed its previously announced acquisition of WTVQ, the ABC affiliate in Lexington, Kentucky, from Morris Network, Inc. for $15.8 million. The acquisition creates a duopoly in Lexington with Scripps’ existing NBC affiliate, WLEX, strengthening the company’s local media presence in Central Kentucky. The completion of the WTVQ acquisition is part of Scripps’ broader strategy to optimize and strengthen its local television portfolio through strategic acquisitions, divestitures and station transactions. This year, Scripps has completed sales of WFTX in Fort Myers, Florida, and WRTV in Indianapolis, generating combined gross proceeds of $123 million. The company also recently completed a station swap with Gray Media that expanded Scripps’ presence...

ARVAL COMPLETES THE ACQUISITION OF ATHLON PRESS RELEASE Paris, 31 July 2026 Arval, a major player in long-term vehicle leasing and a specialist in mobility solutions, has completed the acquisition of Athlon, formerly a subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group, in line with the announced timetable. This transaction enables Arval to reach a combined fleet of 2.3 million vehicles, creating the European co-leader in long-term vehicle leasing. Following the announcement of exclusive negotiations on 18 December, the acquisition of Athlon was finalised after the completion of the employee representative consultation process and upon receipt of all required approvals from the relevant regulatory authorities. The expected ROIC from the transaction would reach 18%, representing a positive contribution to the Group’s net income group share close to €200...

Roubaix, July 31, 2026 – OVH Groupe (Euronext Paris: OVH), a sovereign, global player and European leader in Cloud and AI, announces the completion of the acquisition of Gladia, the expert in AI speech-to-text (STT), announced on June 11, 2026. The transaction was carried out by way of a contribution in kind of shares, in consideration for which newly issued OVH Groupe shares were allotted (the “Transaction”). Founded in 2022 in Paris, Gladia is a French AI start-up specialising in transcription and audio intelligence. Through a single API, its platform transcribes conversations in real time and in batch across more than 100 languages, turning audio data into structured, actionable information. Gladia today supports more than 300,000 developers and 2,000 enterprise customers. The Transaction strengthens OVH Groupe’s expertise in...

Acquisition bolsters InterPro supply chains as Canada’s Only 100% Domestic Steel Producer for Tubular Steel Needed by the Energy Sector CAMROSE, Alberta, July 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — InterPro Recycling, a division of InterPro Pipe & Steel, today announced it has completed the acquisition of K&K Prairie Recycling Services, a scrap metal recycling business based in Camrose, Alberta. InterPro is Canada’s only 100% domestic steel producer for the energy sector, and the acquisition will strengthen the reliability and cost-efficiency of InterPro’s scrap supply chain for steel production, expand InterPro’s presence in the Alberta scrap market, and support future melt capacity growth as part of InterPro’s integrated recycling-to-steel platform. Today’s acquisition, expanding scrap metal supply for InterPro,...

New ownership brings a renewed team, a more welcoming hospital experience, and stronger connections for Dallas patients, surgeons, physicians, families, and community partners DALLAS, July 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Saint Raphael Health, LLC announced today that its affiliate, St. Raphael Health – Dallas, recently acquired substantially all of the assets of the former First Baptist Medical Center in Dallas. The facility now operates as St. Raphael Health – Dallas under new ownership and management. The change marks a fresh start for the Dallas hospital and the people it serves. St Raphael Health – Dallas will focus on creating a hospital experience that is easier to understand and navigate for all stakeholders through clear communication and responsive follow-up. St Raphael Health – Dallas brings an experienced...

Capital-efficient acquisition adds an established revenue base with expected Adjusted EBITDA accretion beginning in Q4 2026Acquisition expands Dragonfly Energy’s reach across marine, outdoor recreation, powersports, golf cart and other specialty battery markets Dakota Lithium generated approximately $12 million in net revenue in 2025 despite working-capital and inventory constraints that significantly limited product availability Expected to begin contributing meaningful revenue and be accretive to Adjusted EBITDA in the fourth quarter of 2026 $4 million purchase price includes $1 million in cash, with the remaining consideration paid in Dragonfly Energy common stock valued at $2.00 per share, a premium to recent trading levels Concurrent lender amendments provide additional financial flexibilityRENO, Nev., July 31, 2026 (GLOBE...

Divestment of ANZ Worldline Payment Solutions JV in Australia to ANZ finalised Paris La Défense, 31 July 2026 – Worldline [Euronext: WLN], a European leader in payment services, announced on July 31, 2026 the finalized divestment of its 51% stake in Worldline Australia Pty Ltd (trading as ANZ Worldline Payment Solutions) to its JV partner ANZ, for an enterprise value of c.€107M (on a 100% basis). On July 31, 2026, Worldline announced the finalization of the divestment of its 51% stake in Worldline Australia Pty Ltd (trading as ANZ Worldline Payment Solutions) to its JV partner ANZ. ANZ Worldline Payment Solutions is an established merchant acquiring player servicing SMB and Enterprise clients in Australia. Worldline will continue to provide technology and software services to ANZ in order to ensure operational continuity for a transitional...

Combined company anticipated to produce 1.1 million ounces of gold annually  Clear path to more than 1.9 million ounces through high-quality North American growth projects Planned Chief Executive Officer succession positions the Company for its next phase of growthVANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX: EQX, NYSE American: EQX) (“Equinox Gold” or the “Company”) and Orla Mining Ltd. (TSX: OLA; NYSE American: ORLA) are pleased to announce the successful completion of their previously announced business combination (the “Transaction”), creating North America’s new senior gold producer. The combined company is expected to produce approximately 1.1 million ounces of gold annually1, with a clear path to more than 1.9 million ounces2 as its high-quality North American growth projects...

Press Release Proposed Transfer of the Listing of Vantiva Shares to the Euronext Growth Market Paris (France) – July 30, 2026 – At its meeting held on July 30, 2026, the Board of Directors of Vantiva (Euronext Paris: VANTI), a global technology leader in connectivity, resolved to initiate a proposed transfer of the listing of its ordinary shares from the regulated market of Euronext Paris (compartment C) to the multilateral trading facility Euronext Growth Paris. Reasons for the transfer This proposed transfer forms part of Vantiva’s initiative to adapt its stock market framework to its economic profile. It will also help reduce regulatory constraints and the related listing costs, while continuing to benefit from access to the financial markets. The Company currently meets the eligibility conditions required under the transfer procedure,...

Acquisition strengthens expertise in renewable natural gas, compressed natural gas, hydrogen, and emerging fueling technologies PORTLAND, Ore., July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Northwest Pump & Equipment Co. (“Northwest Pump”), a leading provider of petroleum, industrial, and service solutions across the Western United States, today announced the acquisition of TechStar CNG Systems, LLC, a recognized provider of renewable natural gas (RNG), compressed natural gas (CNG), hydrogen, and alternative fueling solutions for commercial and industrial applications. The acquisition expands Northwest Pump’s New Energy portfolio and reinforces the company’s commitment to helping customers navigate the evolving transportation and fueling landscape. TechStar brings specialized expertise in renewable natural gas (RNG),...