Strengthening our presence in the Winston-Salem region CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FG Communities, whose mission is to preserve and improve affordable housing by acquiring and operating manufactured housing communities, is excited to announce the acquisition of two manufactured housing communities in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. With this transaction, FG Communities now owns and operates four communities in the Winston-Salem market. Winston-Salem is a well-established and growing market within North Carolina’s Triad region, supported by a diverse employment base, strong population stability, and continued demand for affordable housing. The city benefits from major healthcare systems, higher education institutions, and a resilient local economy, creating a stable and attractive housing market. “These acquisitions...

MONTRÉAL, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Freedom Pet Supplies, a Novacap portfolio company and leading Canadian distributor of pet products, is proud to announce the acquisition of Trueman Distribution Ltd., a long-standing distributor headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Freedom Pet’s strategic plan to become a national player in the Canadian pet supply market. With Trueman’s established operations in Western Canada and a shared culture focused on operational excellence, the partnership creates a strong foundation for cross-country expansion. “Acquiring Trueman is a major first step toward building a truly national business,” said John Ayres, CEO and Co-Founder of Freedom Pet Supplies. “Our journey began in 2001 with a small warehouse and a handful of dedicated people, and we’ve...

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...

Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium, 19 December 2025 – IBA (Ion Beam Applications S.A., EURONEXT), the world leader in particle accelerator technology with a preeminent position in nuclear medicine, acquires ORA, a global trailblazer in radiochemistry based in Belgium. This acquisition emphasizes IBA’s long-term commitment to the fast-developing and promising field of nuclear medicine. It reinforces IBA’s position at the forefront of innovation in precision oncology enabling for better diagnostic and more personalized patient therapy. The combination of IBA cyclotron leadership with ORA’s cutting-edge technology provides one of the most competitive integrated solutions for hospitals and global radiopharmacy networks looking for high productivity and access to labelling of advanced radioisotopes. This acquisition complements IBA’s existing...

AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT PURSUANT TO ART. 53 LRClariant announces the divestment of its business in Venezuela  MUTTENZ, DECEMBER 19, 2025 Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced that it signed and closed the divestment of its legal entity (Clariant Venezuela S.A.) in Venezuela for USD ~1.8 million (CHF ~ 1.4 million) to CMV Química, C.A., Venezuela as part of the ongoing footprint optimization. In 2024, Clariant’s operations in Venezuela generated sales of around CHF 3 million and employed around 60 people. Following the divestment of the Group’s operations in Venezuela and in accordance with IFRS, a CHF ~ 236 million cumulative translation adjustments (CTA) currently recorded as a separate component in the equity of the balance sheet (“cumulative translation reserves”), will be recycled through...

LONDON, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diginex Limited (NASDAQ: DGNX), (“Diginex” or the “Company”), a leading provider of Sustainability RegTech solutions, today announced the successful signing of a definitive share purchase agreement to acquire The Remedy Project Limited (“The Remedy Project”), a Hong Kong based advisory and research organization specializing in labor and human rights in global supply chains, with recognized expertise in human rights due diligence, grievance mechanisms, and remediation. This acquisition follows the non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on November 21, 2025, and marks a significant milestone in Diginex’s strategy to deliver end-to-end solutions for ESG compliance, supply chain due diligence, and remediation. The transaction is expected to close shortly, subject...

NACG also Provides Year-End Business Updates on Infrastructure, Fleet Optimization and 2026 Outlook ACHESON, Alberta, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — North American Construction Group Ltd. (“NACG” or the “Company”) (TSX:NOA/NYSE:NOA) today announced that it has entered into a definitive share purchase agreement to acquire Iron Mine Contracting (“IMC”), a privately owned Western Australian diversified mining services contractor. The acquisition is valued at approximately $115 million (“the Transaction”). Concurrent with this announcement, the Company is providing a year-end update on its infrastructure and fleet optimization initiatives, along with its 2026 financial outlook. All references to dollars are in Canadian dollars. Acquisition of Iron Mine Contracting IMC is a diversified mining services contractor headquartered in Western...

 Press release – Staged acquisition of Raselli Franco Group – 18 12 2025PRESS RELEASE  December 18, 2025 KERING ANNOUNCES THE STAGED ACQUISITION OF RASELLI FRANCO GROUP, A LEADING JEWELRY MANUFACTURER One of the largest global independent luxury jewelry manufacturers in Europe Initial 20% stake, with pathway to full ownership by 2032 A major step for Kering, creating a sizeable platform for future growth in jewelry Kering is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement to acquire Raselli Franco Group, a family-owned company and a key partner renowned for its expertise and excellence in crafting both high jewelry and fine jewelry pieces for leading luxury brands. This transaction is part of Kering’s strategy to support its Houses’ long-term growth and reinforce control over its value chain. Founded in 1969, Raselli...

CALGARY, Alberta, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cygnet Energy Ltd. (“Cygnet“) and Kiwetinohk Energy Corp. (“Kiwetinohk“) (TSX: KEC) are pleased to announce the completion of the acquisition of Kiwetinohk by Cygnet. As previously announced, all outstanding common shares of Kiwetinohk (the “KEC Shares“) were acquired by Cygnet pursuant to a plan of arrangement under Section 192 of the Canada Business Corporations Act (the “Arrangement“) for $24.75 per KEC Share. As part of the Arrangement, certain investment funds advised by ARC Financial Corp. (collectively, the “Rollover Shareholders“) sold a portion of their KEC Shares in exchange for Cygnet common shares, all in accordance with the terms of a rollover agreement entered into with the Rollover Shareholders in connection...

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 1Spatial 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 undertaken:...