NEW YORK, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — E.F. Hutton and Co. (“E.F. Hutton”), a leading investment banking and financial advisory firm, announced that it is serving as exclusive M&A advisor to Smartkem, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMTK) in connection with Smartkem’s proposed acquisition of Carbonium Core, Inc., a U.S.-based advanced materials company focused on the production of nuclear-grade graphite for next-generation reactor technologies. The proposed transaction is structured pursuant to a non-binding letter of intent under which Smartkem intends to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares of Carbonium Core, Inc. in exchange for newly created Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, subject to the execution of definitive agreements, completion of due diligence, receipt of required approvals, and other customary closing conditions. The...

Facilitating Cambridge Capital’s Strategy to Create a Leading Revenue and Cost Optimization Platform WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AFC today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary TCGDL LLC has closed a $60 million senior secured credit facility to STAT Buyer, LLC, a holding company controlled by Cambridge Capital (“Cambridge”), formed to facilitate the combination of its existing portfolio company STAT with The Moresby Group (“Moresby”). The proceeds from the credit facility will be used to finance the acquisition, refinance existing debt, and provide working capital to support the growth of the combined entity. “We are excited to support Cambridge and the management teams of STAT and Moresby in this transformative transaction. This combination brings together STAT’s machine-learning enabled revenue...

Fort Lauderdale, FL, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cross Keys Capital, LLC, a leading independent investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to physician group practices and healthcare services companies, is pleased to announce it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Montana Retina Consultants in its partnership with Retina Consultants of America (RCA). Montana Retina Consultants is a community-based retinal care practice in Bozeman, Montana, treating a wide range of retinal diseases including diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears, macular degeneration, central serous chorioretinopathy, choroidal nevus, lattice degeneration, macular edema, retinal detachment, vein occlusion and vitreomacular adhesion. The deal team consisted of Jeanne Proia, Chris Gammill, and Andres Poveda. Led by Dr. Marc Comaratta,...

TORONTO, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Volaris Automotive, an acquirer of specialized software companies serving the automotive industry, today announced the acquisition of WinCar Automotive ICT Solutions (“WinCar”), a prominent provider of dealer management systems in the Netherlands. This furthers Volaris Automotive’s mandate to expand its worldwide reach in the auto sector. Founded more than 30 years ago in Zevenaar, Netherlands, WinCar offers modular software that automates business processes for garages and dealerships across the Dutch market. With this acquisition by Volaris Automotive, WinCar joins a global organization of like-minded software providers serving the automotive industry. Head of Volaris Automotive Werner Leinauer commented, “WinCar has built a strong reputation over more than three decades by delivering...

Established direct lender with a 20+ year track record will add approximately $3.8 billion in assets under managementLower-middle market focus a natural fit with existing P10 strategies DALLAS, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — P10, Inc. (NYSE: PX) (“P10” or the “Company”), a leading private markets solutions provider, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Stellus Capital Management, LLC (“Stellus”), a U.S. direct lender specializing in senior secured loans in the lower-middle market, for an initial purchase price of $250 million. Stellus will continue to be managed by its current partners who will retain control of its day-to-day operations, including investment decisions and investment committee processes. Based in Houston, TX, Stellus is an established direct lending platform that provides senior-secured...

Combination of MasterCraft, Crest, Balise, Chaparral, and Robalo Creates a Portfolio of Leading Brands Across Four Distinct Categories, More Than Doubling Consumer Reach Expanded Geographic Coverage and Offerings to Unlock Growth Opportunities Through Complementary Coastal and Inland Dealer Networks Expected to Deliver Differentiated and Innovative New Products While Accelerating New Model Launches Attractive Financial Profile and Robust Balance Sheet to Drive Growth, Value Creation, and Focused Capital Allocation Expected to be Accretive to Adjusted EPS in Fiscal 2027 MasterCraft to Host Conference Call at 8:30 AM ET to Discuss Second Quarter Results and Transaction Details VONORE, Tenn. and ATLANTA, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MCFT) (“MasterCraft”), a leading innovator, designer,...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Precore Gold Corp. (CSE: PRCG) (the “Company” or “Precore Gold”) is pleased to announce that further to it’s Definitive Option Agreement (the “Agreement”) announced February 04, 2025 to acquire a 100% undivided interest in the Lac Big-Rush Gold Property (the “Property”) from a single private owner (The “Vendor”), it has accelerated and modified it’s Agreement to immediately own 100% of the Property. Initially the Company entered into a Definitive Option Agreement to acquire 100% of the property over a 3-year period. However, given the discovery potential of the property in this prolific mining camp, the Company has accelerated the original terms to complete 100% ownership. This development is especially important as it comes on the heals of a noteworthy sector M&A...

HOUSTON, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY, LSE: EGY) (“Vaalco” or the “Company”) today announced that it had entered into an agreement for the sale of all of its non-core producing properties in Canada to a third party for approximately $35.0 million Canadian Dollars (USD $25.6 million), subject to customary closing adjustments (the “Canadian Asset Sale”). The Canadian properties current working interest (“WI”) production is approximately at 1,850 barrels of oil equivalent per day (“BOEPD”). The effective date of the Canadian Asset Sale is February 1, 2026, and it is expected to close within the next 30 days, subject to satisfaction of the customary closing conditions. George Maxwell, Vaalco’s Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Over the past several years, we have worked to increase...

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — XORTX Therapeutics Inc. (“XORTX” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: XRTX | TSXV: XRTX | Frankfurt: ANU), a late stage clinical pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies to treat gout and progressive kidney disease, announces that further to its press release of October 17, 2025 and an update on December 31, 2025, the Company has entered into an extension agreement with Vectus Biosystems Limited (“Vectus”) to allow further time to complete the acquisition of the Renal Anti-Fibrotic Therapeutic Program from Vectus (the “Acquisition”). The term sheet entered into October 17th (the “Term Sheet”) to acquire the novel new chemical entity, VB4-P5, along with its associated intellectual property, regulatory documentation, and manufacturing data, provided for closing the...

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStrive® Companies Inc. (“NorthStrive”), a management, advisory, and investment firm, is pleased to announce that it served as co-advisor to PMGC Holdings Inc. (“PMGC”) in connection with the successful acquisition of SVM Machining, Inc., a California-based precision manufacturing company. As announced by PMGC Holdings Inc., the transaction represents another strategic step in PMGC’s targeted U.S. manufacturing roll-up strategy, focused on acquiring and scaling profitable, high-quality operating businesses. https://pmgcholdings.com/news/news-2026/pmgc-holdings-inc-announces-the-acquisition-of-svm-machinin2026-02-03-043201 SVM Machining, Inc. founded in 1985 is a Northern California-based ISO 9001:2015 Certified precision machining and manufacturing services company serving...