CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Parex Resources Inc. (“Parex” or the “Company”) (TSX: PXT) announces that it submitted a Proposal (the “Proposal”) to the Board of Directors of GeoPark (NYSE: GPRK) to acquire all outstanding common shares of GeoPark for US$9.00 per share in cash. Following a lack of constructive engagement with, and rejection of the Proposal by the Board of Directors of GeoPark (the “GeoPark Board”), Parex has also acquired an 11.8% ownership position in GeoPark. The Proposal represents:a 44% premium to GeoPark’s share price at the time of the Proposal; a 51% premium to GeoPark’s share price as of October 21, 2025, the trading day immediately prior to the time Parex acquired a greater than 5% ownership position in GeoPark; a 38% premium to GeoPark’s 90-day, volume-weighted average share price...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, Oct. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apex Treasury Corporation (Nasdaq: APXTU) (the “Company”) today announced the closing of its upsized initial public offering of 34,470,000 units, which includes 4,470,000 units issued pursuant to the exercise by the underwriters of their over-allotment option, at a public offering price of $10.00 per unit. Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one redeemable warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable to purchase one Class A ordinary share at a price of $11.50 per share. The units are listed on The Nasdaq Global Market (“Nasdaq”) and commenced trading under the ticker symbol “APXTU” on October 28, 2025. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the Class A ordinary shares and warrants are expected to be listed on Nasdaq under...

JASPER, Ind., Oct. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Peak Toolworks, North America’s largest manufacturer and servicer of engineered diamond and carbide cutting tools, today announced the acquisition of Southern Carbide, Inc. (“Southern Carbide”), a tooling and sharpening company specializing in industrial cutting tools, sharpening, and repair services designed to extend tool life and reduce production costs. Founded in 1997 and based in Shreveport, Louisiana, Southern Carbide serves customers across North Louisiana, South Arkansas, East Texas, and Southeast Oklahoma. Unlike many tooling companies, Southern Carbide has made sharpening and repair services the core of its business. This customer-centered model helps customers achieve longer tool life, extended run times, and reduced overall costs, ultimately increasing profitability. “Southern...

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ne-Mo’s Bakery, LLC (“Ne-Mo’s” or the “Company”), a leading brand for convenience stores and grocery retailers throughout the United States, is pleased to announce a strategic investment by Cotton Creek Capital (“Cotton Creek”) to accelerate growth with manufacturing capacity and product innovation. The transaction with Cotton Creek represents an exciting new chapter for Ne-Mo’s. For nearly 50 years, Ne-Mo’s has built a trusted brand around its signature individually wrapped cakes and other sweet baked goods. Rooted in the original family recipe of Ne-Mo’s signature carrot cake, first baked in 1975, the brand continues to craft new and delicious bakery products with premium ingredients and time-honored baking quality. With a nationwide presence, Ne-Mo’s blends heritage, flavor, and convenience,...

Strategic acquisition will expand Presidio’s global footprint to better serve local and multinational clients with end-to-end solutions DUBLIN, Oct. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Presidio, a leading global technology services and solutions provider, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ergo, an Ireland headquartered IT solutions and managed services provider. This strategic acquisition will significantly expand Presidio’s presence in Ireland and the UK, bringing together industry leaders with complementary strengths. The combination of Presidio UK & Ireland and Ergo will create a more powerful, agile, and innovative organisation delivering comprehensive digital transformation capabilities, deeper Microsoft expertise, and an expanded ability to serve local market and multinational clients. Founded...

$200 million Letter of Interest represents EXIM preliminary indication of support under the China and Transformational Exports Program (CTEP), underscoring U.S. commitment to allied Critical-Minerals supply chain independence. DALLAS, Oct. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blackboxstocks Inc (NASDAQ: BLBX) Merger Target, REalloys Inc. (“REalloys” or the “Company”), a U.S. company advancing a vertically integrated North American mine-to-magnet rare-earth supply chain, today announced it has secured a $200 million Letter of Interest (“LOI”) from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank). The Company’s LOI with EXIM represents an indication of potential support from EXIM for a critical-minerals project that supports EXIM’s China Transformational Exports Program (CTEP) mandate, signaling strong U.S. government support for REalloys’...

The acquisition is non-dilutive for shareholders and expected to generate over $30 million in annual premiums, with $8 million in annual revenues over the next twelve months after closing, and a 25% net income margin on a standalone basis NEW YORK, Oct. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Roadzen Inc. (Nasdaq: RDZN), a global leader in AI at the intersection of insurance and mobility, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire majority control of a commercial auto insurance broker and managing general underwriter (MGU) operating across several U.S. states. The acquisition is scheduled to close within this quarter, subject to customary closing conditions. The MGU is licensed to operate as an insurance broker across California, Texas, Illinois, and New Jersey, and serves small and mid-sized fleets through an expanding...

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 ASSET MANAGEMENT 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 IDOX PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: IDOX PLC AS AN ASSOCIATE OF...

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 IDOX PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: IDOX PLC AS AN ASSOCIATE OF THE CANACCORD...

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 ASSET MANAGEMENT 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 NCC 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...