MILWAUKEE, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. (NYSE: APAM) (“Artisan”), with approximately $182.6 billion in assets under management as of October 31, 2025, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of equity interest of Grandview Property Partners (“Grandview”), a real estate private equity firm specializing in originating, developing, acquiring and managing middle market properties across the United States. This partnership underscores Artisan’s commitment to high value-added investments, talent-driven businesses and thoughtful growth. It aligns with the firm’s long-standing record of methodically expanding its investment capabilities across equities, credit and alternative asset classes through the addition of exceptional talent and differentiated strategies. Grandview...

TYSONS, Va., Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) announced that at a special meeting of shareholders held earlier today, its shareholders voted to adopt the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of August 18, 2025 (the “Merger Agreement”), pursuant to which TEGNA will be acquired by Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (“Nexstar”). According to the preliminary results announced at the special meeting, subject to certification by the independent Inspector of Election, approximately 98% of the total shares of TEGNA’s common stock voted at the special meeting were voted to adopt the Merger Agreement, which represented approximately 83% of the total outstanding shares of TEGNA’s common stock as of October 10, 2025, the record date for the special meeting. Certified results will be filed on a Current Report on Form 8-K with...

OTR Solutions Acquires TruckSmarter Factoring and Banking DivisionOTR Solutions Expands Its Leadership in Freight Finance and TechnologyROSWELL, Ga., Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OTR Solutions, the leader in logistics-focused financial technology and back-office solutions, today announced the acquisition of TruckSmarter’s factoring and banking division, marking a pivotal move that strengthens both companies’ focus on their core expertise while advancing innovation and efficiency for carriers across the freight industry.  Under the agreement, OTR Solutions will assume all TruckSmarter factoring and business banking operations, and ensure a seamless, one-to-one transition for existing clients. This transition will deliver immediate access to OTR’s Truly Instant Funding, nationwide customer support, and intelligent financial...

Dispelix I AAC TechnologiesAccelerating the Global Commercialization of AR Waveguide Technology with AAC TechnologiesEspoo, Finland, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AAC Technologies Pte. Ltd. (the “AAC”), a world-leading smart device solution provider and a company incorporated in Singapore and a fully-owned subsidiary of AAC Technologies Holdings Inc., whose shares are listed and traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the shares and other equity securities in Dispelix Oy, a technology leader in diffractive waveguide displays for augmented reality (AR). The transaction is expected to close within the first half of 2026; upon completion Dispelix will become a subsidiary of AAC. This acquisition builds on a long-standing strategic relationship between Dispelix and AAC, developed...

PHOENIX, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mesa Air Group, Inc. (“Mesa” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: MESA) announced today that shareholders approved all proposals presented at the Company’s special meeting of shareholders, including the proposal to adopt the agreement and plan of merger with Republic Airways Holdings Inc. (“Republic”) The merger proposal received 29,695,963 votes for, 185,635 votes against, and 37,271 abstentions, representing approximately 99.25% of votes cast. No broker non-votes were recorded. Shareholders representing approximately 71.4% of the outstanding shares entitled to vote were present in person or by proxy. “We appreciate the strong and clear support our shareholders have provided,” said Jonathan Ornstein, Mesa Chairman and CEO. “This vote confirms the strategic value of combining Mesa and Republic and...

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Harrow (Nasdaq: HROW), a leading provider of ophthalmic disease management solutions in North America, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Melt Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Melt), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company pioneering non-opioid, non-IV therapies for sedation for medical procedures in the hospital, outpatient, and in-office settings. Melt’s product candidates, MELT-210, MELT-300, and MELT-400, are based on the proprietary Zydis® ODT (oral dissolving tablet) drug delivery platform. The closing of the Melt acquisition marks a strategic expansion of Harrow’s portfolio and reinforces its commitment to delivering innovative therapies that improve patient outcomes. With global patent coverage and potential applications in ophthalmology, gastroenterology, dental...

STILLWATER, Okla., Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR) (USAR or the Company) today announced the completion of its acquisition of Less Common Metals Ltd. (LCM). LCM is the leading scaled ex-China rare earth metal and alloy manufacturer, with established leadership in Samarium, Samarium Cobalt and Neodymium Praseodymium metals and alloys. The transaction marks a major milestone in USAR’s strategy to build a fully integrated, end-to-end rare earth supply chain—from magnet-to-mine. The acquisition assures USAR’s access to high-quality rare-earth metal and strip cast alloy for its global customers and supports the growth of its Stillwater, Oklahoma magnet facility. “Closing the acquisition of LCM represents a transformative advancement of our mission to secure and strengthen the U.S. rare earth...

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 IQE 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 held/dealing...

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 PPHE HOTEL GROUP LIMIITED(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date...