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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 23, 2026) - ImagineAR Inc. (CSE: IP) (the "Company" or "ImagineAR"), a developer of augmented reality technology, is pleased to announce that a holder of previously issued convertible debentures on the Company in the aggregate principal amount of $170,893.33 has agreed to settle the outstanding debt through the issuance of common shares. Under this shares for debt settlement transaction, the Company has agreed to issue an aggregate 34,715,582 common shares at a deemed price of $0.005 per common share, settling a total of $173,577.91 in outstanding debt (including accrued interest).

This weekly update tracks some of the largest cryptocurrencies by market share: Bitcoin and Ether. While both are considered high-risk assets, they possess foundational differences that investors should understand. We have also included XRP, as it was one of the largest cryptocurrencies when this series began. By definition, a cryptocurrency is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange that uses cryptography to secure its transactions, control the creation of additional units, and verify the transfer of assets.

Key Takeaways Bitcoin dropped back below $65,000 this week. Ether fell nearly 7% this week, falling below $1,700. Bitcoin is down approximately 28% year-to-date, while Ether has fallen roughly 44% year-to-date. Bitcoin Bitcoin was the world’s first decentralized digital currency. Since the first Bitcoin transaction occurred in early 2009, it has grown worldwide to a mainstream financial asset. While often volatile, as illustrated in the chart below, one can argue that the asset is highly resilient. Learn more about Bitcoin basics for new investors.

Bitcoin’s struggles returned after a one week reprieve, falling back below $65,000. BTC is currently down approximately 28% year-to-date and sits about 50% below its October 2025 record high.

Ether Ether is the native cryptocurrency run on the Ethereum blockchain platform, which launched in July 2015. It has the second largest market share, despite being the newest of the three assets discussed in this article.

Mirroring Bitcoin’s movement, Ether’s closing price retreated again this week, dropping nearly 7% and falling back below $1,700. ETH is currently down approximately 44% year-to-date and is now roughly 66% below its record close from August 2025.

XRP XRP, which is owned by Ripple, was launched in 2012 and was one of the larger cryptocurrencies for some time until newer tokens entered the market.

Bitcoin vs. Ether vs. XRP An index has been created in order to chart these three cryptocurrencies together, considering their significantly different pricing histories. A logarithmic scale is used on the y-axis of this chart to better illustrate relative percentage changes and long-term growth trends, as opposed to absolute price fluctuations. The chart demonstrates which cryptocurrency’s price has shifted the most since November 9, 2017. At various points in history, all three have held the top spot but Bitcoin is currently in the lead.

On January 10th, 2024, the SEC approved spot bitcoin ETFs from a range of issuers such as Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF (GBTC), iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC), ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ARKB), Bitwise Bitcoin ETF (BITB), Coinshares Valkyrie Bitcoin Fund (BRRR). Review our spot Bitcoin ETF launch takeaways for a complete breakdown.

On July 23rd, 2024, a handful of spot ether ETFs launched from a range of issuers such as Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE), Franklin Ethereum ETF (EZET), Bitwise Ethereum ETF (ETHW), iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA), Fidelity Ethereum ETF (FETH). For a deep dive, see our spot Ether ETF guide.

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Cinemark achieved its highest-ever domestic June weekend box office along with its top-performing weekend of 2026

Cinemark delivered its highest June weekend food and beverage per cap in company history

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK), one of the largest and most influential theatrical exhibition companies in the world, today announced it roped in its all-time biggest three-day opening weekend domestic box office for a G- or PG-rated film with Toy Story 5. Strong carryover from recent releases like Disclosure Day and Obsession contributed to Cinemark delivering its best-ever domestic June weekend box office as well as the top-performing box office weekend of the year. Additionally, Cinemark’s elevated food and beverage menu, including fan-favorite classics and expanded offerings, alongside strong demand for Toy Story 5-themed movie merchandise, drove the company’s highest June weekend domestic food and beverage per cap in its history, underscoring guests’ enthusiasm to fully indulge in their moviegoing experience.

“Cinemark auditoriums were filled with fans of all ages as Toy Story 5 soared ‘to infinity and beyond,’ delivering our biggest opening weekend ever for a family film,” said Sean Gamble, Cinemark President and CEO. “This milestone further demonstrates movie theaters’ unique ability to bring people together to experience unforgettable stories in an immersive, larger-than-life environment. We congratulate our partners at Disney and Pixar on creating another impactful chapter in this iconic franchise, and I want to thank our Cinemark team for their strong execution in maximizing the box office opportunity and helping drive this record-breaking weekend.”

Coming Soon to the Big Screen

Major new releases are coming to theaters week after week through the rest of the summer, including Supergirl (June 26), Minions & Monsters (July 1), Moana (July 10), The Odyssey (July 17) and Spider-Man: Brand New Day (July 31). Later in the year, audiences will get to enjoy films including Practical Magic 2 (September 11), Resident Evil (September 18), Forgotten Island (September 25), Heart of the Beast (September 25), Verity (October 2), The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (November 20), Hexed (November 25), Dune: Part Three (December 18), Avengers: Doomsday (December 18) and Jumanji: Open World (December 25).

The Cinemark Experience

Cinemark’s commitment to delivering a preeminent out-of-home entertainment experience comes to fruition through continual investment in its theaters and customer journey.

Fan-favorite Luxury Lounger recliners, with approximately 72 percent of the domestic circuit reclined. Cinemark XD, the number one private-label premium large format in the world with over 300 auditoriums across the U.S. and Latin America, representing 13 percent of global box office in 2025 on 5 percent of screens. Largest footprint of D-BOX motion seats with over 630 auditoriums. Everyone’s favorite mouth-watering movie theater concessions with free refills on large drinks and XL popcorn, in addition to robust food and beverage offerings, with 80 percent of U.S. theaters offering restaurant-quality menu items and 60 percent offering beer, wine and alcohol. Guests can skip the line and order their cinema snacks ahead of time on the Cinemark app. Must-have movie merchandise in theaters as well as online at shop.cinemark.com. Superior sight and sound technology delivered by top-of-the-line multi-channel surround sound and Barco digital and laser projectors managed by an industry-leading technology team that delivers a 99.97 percent uptime across thousands of showtimes every day. This means moviegoers can count on Cinemark for a smooth, uninterrupted presentation. Guest service scores that consistently reach satisfaction ratings from approximately 95 percent of domestic guests surveyed. Cinemark Movie Club, the industry-leading movie theater subscription program with more than 1.45 million members in addition to Movie Rewards free loyalty program with outstanding member rewards. Steeply discounted movie tickets at Cinemark theaters on Discount Tuesday, with Movie Rewards members saving even more. National partnerships with UberEats, Door Dash, Grubhub and 7NOW to satisfy those movie theater concessions cravings at home. For full details about the Cinemark moviegoing experience, visit Cinemark.com or download the Cinemark app. Click HERE for general Cinemark images and b-roll.

About Cinemark Holdings, Inc.

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK) provides extraordinary out-of-home entertainment experiences as one of the largest and most influential theatrical exhibition companies in the world. Based in Plano, Texas, Cinemark makes every day cinematic for moviegoers across nearly 500 theaters and more than 5,500 screens, operating in 42 states in the U.S. (301 theaters; 4,219 screens) and 13 South and Central American countries (194 theaters; 1,401 screens). Cinemark offers guests superior sight and sound technology, including Barco laser projection and Cinemark XD, the world’s No. 1 exhibitor-branded premium large format; industry-leading penetration of upscale amenities such as expanded food and beverage offerings, Luxury Lounger recliners and D-BOX motion seats; top-notch guest service; and award-winning loyalty programs such as Cinemark Movie Club. All of this creates an immersive environment for a shared, entertaining escape, underscoring that there is no place more cinematic than Cinemark. For more information, visit https://ir.cinemark.com.

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Fortune 500 and global insurance security leader joins Token’s board of CISOs and government security leaders as Cryptographic Biometric Identity Assurance becomes the control point for both human and AI authorization.

ROCHESTER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Token, the biometric identity assurance company, today announced the appointment of Torrell Funderburk to its Industry Advisory Board. A two-time Top Global CISO, Funderburk has led enterprise security for Sealed Air (NYSE: SEE), a Fortune 500 company, and for Maestro Health, an AXA subsidiary – bringing frontline CISO experience to a board that guides Token’s response to the threats facing the world’s most critical organizations.

"Torrell has built and defended security programs at Fortune 500 scale, across some of the most demanding regulatory environments there are." -- Kevin Surace, Token CEO

Share Token’s Industry Advisory Board is composed of senior cybersecurity executives, CISOs, and government security leaders responsible for protecting some of the world’s most critical organizations and infrastructure.

The appointment comes at a defining moment for enterprise security. Credential compromise remains the leading cause of enterprise breaches, and AI has made the problem structurally worse – phishing, deepfakes, and social engineering now operate at machine speed, while the credentials underneath have not fundamentally changed. As enterprises move AI agents from advisory roles into operational workflows, a second question has emerged: who, exactly, approves the high-consequence actions those agents are now capable of taking? Token recently extended its biometric architecture in response to that question, placing hard gates around actions such as releasing funds, changing access rights, or modifying production systems – so that an AI agent can prepare the work, but only a verified, physically present human can approve the outcome.

Token’s cryptographic biometric identity assurance proves the human, not just the credential. Rather than layering factors onto weak credential foundations, Token binds both access and approval to a verified, physically present person through on-device biometric authentication enforced on secure hardware. The TokenCore product line–including the TokenCore Wearable, TokenCore Portable, and TokenCore Node – integrates with existing IAM, SSO, and PAM infrastructure. It does not replace the identity stack; it completes it.

“The CISOs and security leaders on our Industry Advisory Board live with the consequences of identity failure every day, and that perspective is exactly what shapes where we take this technology,” said Kevin Surace, CEO of Token. “Torrell has built and defended security programs at Fortune 500 scale, across some of the most demanding regulatory environments there are. As the question shifts from ‘who logged in’ to ‘who approved this action – a human or an agent,’ his judgment is exactly the kind we want guiding us.”

Funderburk’s career spans industrial automation software engineering, cyber architecture, and enterprise security leadership across the manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services sectors. He is the founder and CEO of Overspace, a cyber resilience company he launched in 2025 that is pioneering Quantified Resilience as a new category for measuring and managing systemic cyber risk. A recognized voice on cyber resilience and modern security programs, he has spoken at RSA Conference and CES, and his writing has appeared in CSO Online. He serves on the AI Advisory Board at Furman University and is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

About Token

Token provides biometric-assured identity solutions for enterprises that need to stop credential theft, phishing, social engineering, and account takeover at the point of access. Token products combine biometric fingerprint verification, secure hardware, FIDO2 and WebAuthn authentication, and wireless ease of use to ensure that only the right person can access critical systems. Token protects workforce access across modern enterprise applications, identity providers, and cloud platforms.

Founded in 2014 and backed by Grand Oaks Capital, Token delivers secure, passwordless authentication solutions that help organizations reduce identity-based risk and strengthen workforce security. For more information, visit www.tokencore.com.

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NEW YORK, June 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENSG) for potential securities fraud after significant stock drops.

If you invested in Ensign, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/ensign-class-action-lawsuit.

Key Details of the Ensign ($ENSG) Class Action Investigation:

Investigation Overview: Securities fraud relating to Ensign’s misrepresentations about care quality at the company’s nursing facilities, as well as Ensign’s growth, margins, and regulatory complianceStock Declines: June 8, 2026 – 8.2% Stock Drop; June 10, 2027 – 3% Stock DropAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Why is Ensign Being Investigated for Securities Fraud?

Ensign is a healthcare services company that operates skilled nursing, senior living, and rehabilitative care facilities through a network of affiliated providers. Ensign relies heavily on Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, making government funding and regulatory compliance central to Ensign’s business model.

BFA is investigating whether Ensign misled investors about the quality of care at its facilities, as well as Ensign’s growth, margins, and regulatory compliance.

Why did Ensign’s Stock Drop?

On June 8, 2026, Hunterbrook Capital published a research report titled “Ensign: The Nursing Home Empire Built on Fatal Neglect” based on a five month investigation that alleged “Ensign’s profits can be traced to providing less care than its patients need – and less care than it is meant to provide based on the tax dollars it receives from the government.” According to Hunterbrook, Ensign padded its profit margin by understaffing its facilities while routing Medicare and Medicaid payments to affiliate entities owned or controlled by Ensign.

This news caused the price of Ensign stock to decline $13.88 per share, or 8.2%, from a closing price of $170.30 per share on June 5, 2026, to $156.42 per share on June 8, 2026.

On June 11, 2026, Muddy Waters Research published a research report titled “Ensign: Deceiving the Government at Estimated ~20% of Facilities” which alleged that Ensign “rents” required nursing-home administrator licenses from off-site administrators that do not actually oversee its facilities to create the appearance of regulatory compliance. According to Muddy Waters, genuine regulatory compliance would significantly reduce Ensign’s profitability.

On this news, the price of Ensign stock declined $4.52 per share, or 3%, from a closing price of $151.65 per share on June 10, 2026, to $147.13 per share on June 11, 2026.

Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/ensign-class-action-lawsuit.

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If you invested in Ensign, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

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Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?

BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.

Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”

Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

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Boston, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - June 22, 2026) - Block & Leviton is investigating The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENSG) for potential securities law violations. Investors who have lost money in their The Ensign Group, Inc. investment should contact the firm to learn more about how they might recover those losses. For more details, visit https://blockleviton.com/cases/ensg.

What is this all about?

The Ensign Group stock fell more than 8% on June 8, 2026, after Hunterbrook Media published a report alleging that Ensign's growth and profitability were driven by chronic understaffing at its nursing facilities, resulting in inadequate patient care, violations of staffing requirements, misleading quality metrics, and substantial related-party payments. The report further alleged that former employees described document falsification, improper billing practices, and efforts to manipulate performance data while the Company touted industry-leading clinical outcomes and quality ratings.

Who is eligible?

Anyone who purchased The Ensign Group, Inc. common stock and has seen their shares fall may be eligible, whether or not they have sold their investment. Investors should contact Block & Leviton to learn more.

What is Block & Leviton doing?

Block & Leviton is investigating whether the Company committed securities law violations and may file an action to attempt to recover losses on behalf of investors who have lost money.

What should you do next?

If you've lost money on your investment, you should contact Block & Leviton to learn more via our case website, by email at [email protected], or by phone at (888) 256-2510.

Whistleblower?

If you have non-public information about The Ensign Group, Inc., you should consider assisting in our investigation or working with our attorneys to file a report with the Securities Exchange Commission under their whistleblower program. Whistleblowers who provide original information to the SEC may receive rewards of up to 30% of any successful recovery. For more information, contact Block & Leviton at [email protected] or by phone at (888) 256-2510.

Why should you contact Block & Leviton?

Block & Leviton is widely regarded as one of the leading securities class action firms in the country. Our attorneys have recovered billions of dollars for defrauded investors and are dedicated to obtaining significant recoveries on behalf of our clients through active litigation in the federal courts across the country. Many of the nation's top institutional investors hire us to represent their interests. You can learn more about us at our website www.blockleviton.com, call (888) 256-2510 or email [email protected] with any questions.

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Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENSG) resulting from allegations that Ensign may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

So What: If you purchased Ensign securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses.

What to do next: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/the-ensign-group-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

What is this about: On June 8, 2026, Investing.com published an article entitled "Ensign Group stock tumbles after short seller report." The article stated that Ensign shares fell after "short seller Hunterbrook released a report alleging the nursing home operator's business model relies on inadequate patient care and gaming quality metrics." Further, the article stated that Hunterbrook "published findings from a five-month investigation claiming the company's profits depend on understaffing facilities while routing taxpayer dollars to executives and affiliates. The report alleges patients have suffered and died as a result."

On this news, Ensign Group shares fell 8.15% on June 8, 2026.

Why Rosen Law: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved, at that time, the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. At the time Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

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RADNOR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #classaction--Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com), a nationally recognized securities litigation law firm, is investigating potential violations of the federal securities laws by The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENSG) on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired The Ensign Group, Inc. securities and experienced significant financial losses. ENSG Accused of Nursing Home Deficiencies On June 8, 2026, Hunterbrook Media published a report entitled “Ensign: The N.

NEW YORK, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of The Ensign Group, Inc. (“Ensign Group” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ENSG). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.

The investigation concerns whether Ensign Group and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.

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On June 8, 2026, Hunterbrook published a short report alleging that Ensign Group’s business model relies on inadequate patient care and gaming quality metrics. The Hunterbrook report further alleges that Ensign Group’s profits depend on understaffing facilities while routing taxpayer dollars to executives and affiliates, and that patients have suffered and died as a result.

Following publication of the Hunterbrook report, Ensign Group’s stock price fell $13.88 per share, or 8.15%, to close at $156.42 per share on June 8, 2026.

Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.

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Jun 24, 2026 8:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP has launched an urgent investigation into whether certain officers and directors of The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENSG) failed to manage The Ensign Group in an acceptable manner, breaching their fiduciary duties to Ensign Group, and whether Ensign Group and its shareholders have suffered damages as a result. Attorney Joseph A. Pettigrew is heading the investigation—what shareholders need to know:

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP, an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is investigating whether the directors of The Ensign Group (NASDAQ: ENSG) breached their fiduciary duties to Ensign Group’s shareholders.

ShareOn June 11, 2026, Muddy Waters Research published a short report on Ensign Group, alleging possible Medicare and Medicaid fraud via a scheme to rent licenses of administrators of skilled nursing facilities who are not actually managing the facilities, potentially in violation of the False Claims Act.If you own Ensign Group common stock, join our investigation on behalf of Ensign Group and its shareholders by filling out the form here.If you own Ensign Group common stock and you wish to discuss this investigation—at no cost for you—please contact attorney Joe Pettigrew toll-free at (844) 818-6982 or [email protected].

About this investigation – FAQ:

Q1: What is this ongoing investigation into The Ensign Group about?

A: According to our investigation, owners of Ensign Group common stock have been impacted by potential Medicare and Medicaid fraud at its skilled nursing facilities. Scott+Scott has a decades-long track record in fighting for corporate governance and monetary recoveries on behalf of companies and their shareholders.

Q2: How does this Scott+Scott investigation work?

A: Joining our investigation is easy and at no cost for you. By filling out the form here, we will let you know your rights as an Ensign Group shareholder, and how the process works and what you can expect. If you currently own Ensign Group stock, we look forward to hearing from you.

To learn more about Scott+Scott, our attorneys, or complex case resolution, please visit www.scott-scott.com.

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NEW YORK, June 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against ChampionX Corporation (NASDAQ: CHX) and certain of its officers.

This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired ChampionX securities between February 29, 2024 and April 1, 2024, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm’s site: bgandg.com/CHX.

ChampionX Case Details

The Complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that:

 (1)while repurchasing millions of dollars’ worth of ChampionX Corporation (“ChampionX” or the “Company”) common stock, Defendants were in possession of material nonpublic information regarding offers made by Schlumberger Limited (“SLB”) to acquire ChampionX at a premium to prevailing market prices; (2)Defendants failed to either abstain from trading or disclose SLB’s offer(s), which, if disclosed, would have signaled to investors that ChampionX’s stock was worth significantly more than its trading price; (3)Defendants further failed to disclose subsequent offers and negotiations involving ChampionX and SLB; and (4)as a result, Defendants’ statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
What's Next for ChampionX Investors?

A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm’s site: bgandg.com/CHX. or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in ChampionX you have until July 14, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.

No Cost to ChampionX Investors

We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys’ fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful.

Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for ChampionX Securities Class Action?

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com

"Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC.

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NEW YORK, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against ChampionX Corporation (“ChampionX” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CHX). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased. 

The class action concerns whether ChampionX and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. 

You have until July 14, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired ChampionX securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.   

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A Complaint has filed on behalf of investors who sold ChampionX common stock during the Class Period, alleging that the defendants failed to disclose material information, which artificially deflated the price of ChampionX common stock. 

Per the allegations of the Complaint, on February 29, 2024, ChampionX received an unsolicited non-public offer from Schlumberger Limited to purchase all the outstanding shares of ChampionX for $36.70 per share.  On March 7, 2024, Schlumberger raised its offer to $37.80 per share.  The ChampionX class action lawsuit alleges that while these offers were on the table and unknown to the investing public, ChampionX was repurchasing its common stock at market prices significantly below the prices offered by Schlumberger.  ChampionX had an obligation to disclose that it had received a formal acquisition offer from Schlumberger or abstain from purchasing ChampionX stock from unsuspecting investors. 

During the Class Period, ChampionX’s average stock price was $33.32 per share.  On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, during pre-market hours, ChampionX disclosed the merger with Schlumberger.  The merger eventually closed on July 16, 2025, with Schlumberger acquiring ChampionX for $40.58 per share.

Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com. 

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NEW YORK, June 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP announces that a shareholder has filed a securities class action lawsuit on behalf of investors (the “Class”) who sold the common stock of ChampionX Corporation (“ChampionX” or the “Company”) (formerly NASDAQ: CHX) between February 29, 2024 and April 1, 2024, inclusive.

Should You Join The ChampionX Class Action Lawsuit:

Do you, or did you, own shares of ChampionX Corporation (formerly NASDAQ: CHX)?Did you sell your shares between February 29, 2024 and April 1, 2024, inclusive?Did you lose money in your investment in ChampionX Corporation?
What To Do Next:

Investors are encouraged to act promptly and submit a form at ChampionX Corporation Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit, email Investor Relations Manager Peter Allocco at [email protected], or call us at (212) 951-2030.

If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff for the Class, you must file papers by July 14, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on other class members’ behalf in directing the litigation. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn’t require that you serve as lead plaintiff. If you choose to take no action, you may remain an absent class member.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis. Shareholders pay no fees or expenses.

About The Lawsuit:

The lawsuit alleges that defendants repurchased millions of dollars’ worth of ChampionX shares without disclosing material nonpublic information about Schlumberger Limited’s offers to purchase ChampionX at a premium to then-current prices, which, if disclosed as required, would have indicated to investors that ChampionX’s stock was worth significantly more.

About Bernstein Liebhard:

Since 1993, Bernstein Liebhard LLP has recovered over $3.5 billion for its clients. In addition to representing individual investors, the Firm has been retained by some of the largest public and private pension funds in the country to monitor their assets and pursue litigation on their behalf. As a result of its success litigating hundreds of class actions, the Firm has been named to The National Law Journal’s “Plaintiffs’ Hot List” thirteen times and listed in The Legal 500 for sixteen consecutive years.

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SUGAR LAND, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CVR Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CVI or “CVR Energy”) and CVR Partners, LP (NYSE: UAN or “CVR Partners”) are pleased to announce that Dane Neumann, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has been promoted to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of CVI and the general partner of UAN (collectively, the “CVR Entities”), as well as to their Boards of Directors, effective June 18, 2026, following Mark Pytosh’s resignation from the CVR Entities for personal reasons.

“On behalf of our Boards of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Dane to the helm of our companies,” said Robert Flint, Chairman of the Boards of Directors of each of the CVR Entities. “Since joining CVR, Dane’s exceptional leadership, financial discipline and deep expertise in all aspects of our businesses, combined with his unwavering commitment to our Mission and Values, have enabled him to serve as a critical catalyst for process improvements, setting the stage for the growth and value creation that remain primary priorities for our companies. These unprecedented times demand unprecedented focus, and we are confident Dane is the right person to lead us into the future.”

“We have an exceptional and dedicated team that has been laser focused on maintaining our operational excellence and optimizing our business,” said Mr. Neumann. “Looking ahead, we intend to carry our philosophy of Continuous Improvement into all aspects of our businesses, seeking to maintain safe, reliable operations while driving meaningful growth and shareholder returns.”

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Statements concerning current estimates, expectations and projections about future prospects, opportunities, plans, actions and events and other statements, concerns, or matters that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements,” as that term is defined under the federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding process improvements, growth, value creation, operational excellence, business optimization, our ability to continuously improve, safe and reliable operations, meaningful growth and shareholder returns. You can generally identify forward-looking statements by our use of forward-looking terminology such as “outlook,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “explore,” “evaluate,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “seek,” “should,” “upcoming,” “before,” “future,” or “will,” or the negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control. Investors are cautioned that various factors may affect these forward-looking statements, including (among others), future actions of the EPA, the outcome of related court proceedings and other risks. For additional discussion of risk factors which may affect our results, please see the risk factors and other disclosures included in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and our other Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filings. These and other risks may cause our actual performance or achievements to differ materially from any future performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this news release are made only as of the date hereof. CVR Energy and CVR Partners disclaim any intention or obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by law.

About CVR Energy, Inc.

Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, CVR Energy is a diversified holding company primarily engaged in the petroleum refining and marketing business, as well as in the nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing business through its interest in CVR Partners. CVR Energy subsidiaries serve as the general partner and own approximately 37 percent of the common units of CVR Partners.

About CVR Partners, LP

Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, CVR Partners is a Delaware limited partnership focused on the production, marketing and distribution of nitrogen fertilizer products. It primarily produces urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) and ammonia, which are predominantly used by farmers to improve the yield and quality of their crops. CVR Partners’ Coffeyville, Kansas, nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing facility includes a 1,300 ton-per-day ammonia unit, a 3,100 ton per-day UAN unit and a dual-train gasifier complex having a capacity of 89 million standard cubic feet per day of hydrogen. CVR Partners’ East Dubuque, Illinois, nitrogen fertilizer manufacturing facility includes a 1,075 ton-per day ammonia unit and a 950 ton-per-day UAN unit.

Investors and others should note that CVR Energy and CVR Partners may announce material information using SEC filings, press releases, public conference calls, webcasts and the Investor Relations pages of their websites. CVR Energy and CVR Partners may use these channels to distribute material information about CVR Energy and/or CVR Partners, as applicable, and to communicate important information about CVR Energy, CVR Partners, corporate initiatives and other matters. Information that CVR Energy or CVR Partners post on their websites could be deemed material; therefore, CVR Energy and CVR Partners encourage investors, the media, their customers, business partners and others interested in CVR Energy and/or CVR Partners to review the information posted on their websites.

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Over $28 Million Invested in Infrastructure and $766,000 in Community Program Support

, /PRNewswire/ -- This week marks two years since New Jersey American Water acquired the Salem City water and wastewater systems on June 25, 2024.  Over the past two years, the company has made significant progress in infrastructure improvements with over $28 million invested in system upgrades and an additional $48 million planned over the next five years to further modernize infrastructure and strengthen service reliability for residents.

"When Salem residents placed their trust in us two years ago, they did so with the expectation that we would take action and make the investments needed to strengthen their water and wastewater systems," said Mark McDonough, president of New Jersey American Water. "We take that responsibility seriously, and through meaningful infrastructure improvements and ongoing community investment, we are proud to deliver on that promise today and for the long term."

Since assuming ownership, New Jersey American Water has accelerated critical infrastructure improvements across Salem City's water and wastewater systems. Major completed projects include upgrades to the Salem City Wastewater Treatment Plant and wastewater pump stations throughout the system, customer meter replacements, repainting the city's water tank, and modernization of facilities to improve operational efficiency, safety and security. The company has also completed various equipment upgrades to better support employees and dependable service.

One of the most significant projects completed has been the fast-tracked installation of permanent PFAS treatment at the Salem Water Treatment Plant. Shortly after the acquisition, New Jersey American Water advanced design and construction of a state-of-the-art PFAS removal system to meet New Jersey's stringent drinking water standards. Construction began in 2025 and was completed on an accelerated timeline, delivering a long-term solution to protect public health and help ensure safe, clean, and reliable drinking water for the community.

"For years, our water and wastewater systems needed significant upgrades that were beyond the City's capacity to address on its own," said Salem City Mayor Jody Veler. "Having New Jersey American Water step in with the expertise, resources and long-term commitment to make those improvements has been a meaningful change for our community."

In addition to infrastructure investments, New Jersey American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation have made meaningful contributions to the Salem community. Since 2024, more than $766,000 has been provided through grants, sponsorships, donations, and community programming to support local organizations and initiatives. This includes a $702,500 Neighborhood Tax Revitalization Credit (NRTC) grant to Stand Up for Salem, $25,000 in funding for hydration stations in Salem City schools, $25,000 in support for Salem County Inter-Agency Council of Human Services' workforce development programs, and sponsorships of local food drives, community events, Salem Fire Department, youth sports and neighborhood initiatives.

"Like many of New Jersey's historic cities, Salem faces long-standing challenges that require committed partners to overcome," said Michael Gower, executive director of Stand Up for Salem. "New Jersey American Water's ongoing support has helped strengthen local efforts to meet those challenges and better serve the people who call Salem home."

The company's commitment also extends to its local workforce. As part of the acquisition, Salem City utility employees transitioned to New Jersey American Water, continuing to serve the community they call home while gaining access to enhanced training, resources and career development opportunities.

"This isn't just a job for me, this is my hometown," said Cameron Cagle, Sewer Operator Mechanic for New Jersey American Water who transitioned from the Salem City Water Department. "It's rewarding to be part of a team that's committed to improving our infrastructure and supporting the community we serve every day."

"As we look ahead, our focus remains on maintaining affordability for our customers, continuing to invest in Salem's infrastructure, and strengthening the community we are proud to serve," added McDonough. "Salem is an important part of New Jersey American Water's future, and we are committed to being a trusted partner today and for generations to come."

About New Jersey American Water
New Jersey American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 3 million people. For more information, visit www.newjerseyamwater.com and follow New Jersey American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram. 

About American Water Charitable Foundation
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water, focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested over $25 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit amwater.com/awcf.

SOURCE American Water

The voluntary program demonstrates an outstanding commitment to providing high-quality drinking water

, /PRNewswire/ -- Five Missouri American Water drinking water treatment plants were recently recognized by the Partnership for Safe Water at the Directors and Presidents levels for achieving water quality excellence. The national awards, which honor efforts to continuously optimize water treatment plant and distribution system operation and performance, were recently announced by the American Water Works Association.

"Our customers and communities count on us every day for safe, clean and reliable tap water, and we take that responsibility seriously," said Missouri American Water President Rich Svindland. "As a proud, longstanding member of the Partnership for Safe Water, our team works hard to deliver water that meets or surpasses state and federal drinking water standards. The next time you turn on the tap, know there are dedicated professionals in your community helping keep life flowing."

This year, Missouri American Water's Central, Meramec, North and South plants in St. Louis County, along with the Joplin Water Treatment Plant, received 25-year Directors Awards. Nationally, just over 400 surface water treatment plants are part of the Partnership for Safe Water, a voluntary effort that is designed to increase protection against microbial contamination through treatment optimization.     

Missouri American Water also participates in the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Source Water Protection Program designed to help ensure drinking water's safety at the source. This is a voluntary program supporting local efforts to protect drinking water sources. The company currently has six participating systems.

About American Water  
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 8 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About Missouri American Water
Missouri American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state with over 700 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.7 million people. For more, visit missouriamwater.com and follow Missouri American Water on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn   

SOURCE American Water

Earning more recognitions than any other water utility nationwide, reflecting the company's strong commitment to high-quality drinking water

, /PRNewswire/ -- American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced that 27 water treatment plants were recently recognized by the Partnership for Safe Water at the Directors and Presidents level for achieving water quality excellence. The national awards, which honor efforts to continuously optimize water treatment plants and distribution system operation and performance, were recently announced by the American Water Works Association.

"American Water is dedicated to providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water to its customers," said Cheryl Norton, EVP and Chief Operating Officer at American Water. "We consistently deliver water that meets or surpasses state and federal drinking water standards so that when our customers turn on the tap, they can trust that their water is safe. It's a commitment we will not compromise on."

More American Water treatment plants were included on the list than any other water utility, with 27 of its water treatment plants across six states receiving awards. They are as follows.

Pennsylvania American Water's award-winning treatment plants:

Brownsville, Director 25 Lake Scranton, Director 25 Watres, Director 25 Susquehanna, Director 25 Norristown, Director 25 Punxsutawney, Director 25 Kane, Director 25 White Deer Creek, Director 25 Stony Garden, Director 15 Rock Run, Director 10 Hershey, President 10 Indiana, President 10 Bangor, President 10 Brownell, President 10 Nesbitt, President 10 Crystal Lake, President 10 Missouri American Water's award-winning treatment plants:

Central (County Water), Director 25 Joplin Blendville, Director 25 Meramec, Director 25 North, Director 25 South (County Water), Director 25 Illinois American Water's award-winning treatment plants:

Illinois River (Peoria District), Director 25 Granite City, Director 25 Indiana American Water's award-winning treatment plants:

Muncie - White River, Director 25 Kokomo (Wildcat Creek), Director 25 New Jersey American Water's award-winning treatment plant:

Jumping Brook, Director 25 West Virginia American Water's award-winning treatment plant:

Ada (Bluefield), Director 25 Norton continued, "These awards are earned by the dedicated people behind our water systems. Their unwavering commitment has helped our customers to trust the tap for 140 years and counting."

American Water also participates in the Partnership for Clean Water, a global optimization and recognition program for wastewater utilities that AWWA created to parallel the Partnership for Safe Water.

About American Water  
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.  

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.  

SOURCE American Water

, /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the California State Lands Commission (SLC) voted to approve California American Water's application for the lease of state lands that comprise a part of its Monterey Peninsula desalination project.

The SLC evaluated California American Water's lease application for the construction and use of four new subsurface slant wells and the conversion and use of one existing subsurface slant well for the proposed desalination plant on the Monterey Peninsula. During the three-year application review process, SLC staff gathered extensive community input through environmental justice outreach, outreach to the Monterey community and through tribal consultation.

"We thank the State Lands Commission for their thorough review of the facts and the approval of California American Water's lease application," said Sarah Leeper, President of California American Water. "This decision is integral to bringing reliable, drought-proof water to the Monterey peninsula to provide opportunities for sustainable growth while reducing dependence on the Carmel River."

The proposed desalination plant is a necessary component of the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project's (MPWSP) three-pronged plan to restore regional water supplies, prepare for droughts, support long-term water reliability and economic stability, and provide for sustainable growth.

To protect water quality, reduce environmental impacts and comply with permitting requirements, the desalination facility will feature subsurface slant wells. These wells are drilled diagonally from land to beneath the ocean floor, drawing naturally filtered seawater or brackish groundwater into the well. Unlike open-ocean intakes, slant wells reduce harm to marine life as they naturally provide filtration and are less vulnerable to waves, storms and surface pollution.

Last year, the California Public Utilities Commission confirmed that the Monterey Peninsula faces a water supply deficit of 815 million gallons per year by 2050. That projected shortfall underscores the critical nature of the SLC's approval and the need for additional water supplies to meet demands well into the future.

Today's decision reflects years of meaningful dialogue with local residents and environmental justice stakeholders. California American Water remains committed to bringing the Monterey community a long-term, drought-proof water supply. For more information on the MPWSP, visit https://www.watersupplyproject.org.

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About California American Water
California American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK) with approximately 300 dedicated employees, provides safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 720,000 people.

SOURCE American Water

American Water Works stands as the largest U.S. regulated water utility, benefiting from mandated infrastructure upgrades and industry consolidation. AWK plans $46–$48 billion in capital investments through 2035, driving 8%–9% annual rate base growth and supporting a robust 7.7% EPS CAGR through 2028. The stock trades at a forward P/E of 20.77, below its 10-year average, with a fair value estimate of $145 per share and a 2.8% secure dividend yield.

Expands presence in the U.K. market through the addition of 174 pawn locations with strong brand;
Further enhances FirstCash’s global leadership positioning and long-term growth platform;
Expected to be accretive to EBITDA and EPS
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FORTH WORTH, Texas, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FirstCash Holdings, Inc. (“FirstCash” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FCFS), the leading international operator of more than 3,300 retail pawn stores, today announced that it has reached agreement on the terms of a recommended cash acquisition of Ramsdens Holdings plc (“Ramsdens”), a leading operator of pawn stores in the United Kingdom. Under the terms of the agreement, FirstCash (through its wholly-owned U.K. subsidiary, Chess Bidco Limited) will pay cash consideration of 600 pence for each share of Ramsdens stock. In addition, Ramsdens shareholders will receive an interim cash dividend of up to 9 pence for each Ramsdens share to be paid on October 9, 2026. The total equity value, including cash consideration for the shares and the interim cash dividend, is approximately £206 million or $273 million USD based on the exchange rate as of the close of business on June 22, 2026.

The acquisition of Ramsdens, which operates 174 pawn locations across England, Scotland and Wales, expands FirstCash’s geographic footprint in the U.K. and provides enhanced scale, operating efficiencies and long-term growth opportunities in the market. This combination further builds FirstCash as the largest publicly traded pawn platform in the United States, Latin America and the United Kingdom and is expected to drive further long-term revenue and earnings growth.

Mr. Rick Wessel, Chief Executive Officer and Vice-Chairman of the Board of FirstCash, commented, “We are excited to add Ramsdens as part of the global FirstCash family. Ramsdens is a well-respected operator with a proven track record of operating successfully in the U.K. pawn market. This transaction will not only provide immediate revenue and earnings accretion to FirstCash upon closing, but also enhances our long-term growth profile through continued expansion of its industry-leading brands and platform. FirstCash looks forward to working together with the Ramsdens team to drive further long-term value for all of our customers, employees and shareholders.”

Mr. Peter Keynon, Chief Executive Officer of Ramsdens, commented, “I am exceptionally proud of Ramsdens’ transformational growth since our IPO in 2017. FirstCash is an internationally established sector leader, and I share their confidence and conviction in the outlook for Ramsdens, which is underpinned by our diversified model and established reputation for consistently doing the right thing for our customers and our fantastic people.”

Compelling Strategic and Financial Benefits

Strengthens FirstCash’s position as a leading pawnbroking operator in the U.K.: Ramsdens represents a highly complementary strategic fit alongside FirstCash’s existing U.K. operations following the acquisition of H&T, creating a scaled U.K. platform with a combined network of almost 470 stores with limited location overlap between the existing footprints of H&T and Ramsdens.Unlocks Further Growth and Revenue Synergies for Ramsdens: The Ramsdens platform is expected to benefit from the additional growth capital provided by FirstCash which should support increased pawn lending activities and resulting revenue growth in the existing Ramsdens stores while providing further opportunities for additional geographic expansion in the U.K.Enhances Scale and Operating Leverage: The addition of the 174 Ramsdens stores increases FirstCash’s scale, operational footprint and ability to leverage efficiencies in the U.K. and across its global platform. Upon closing, FirstCash expects to have over 3,500 pawn locations worldwide.Financially Compelling: The transaction is expected to drive further revenue growth and be accretive to both EBITDA and EPS, strengthening FirstCash’s financial profile and long-term shareholder value. Ramsdens Financial Highlights

Trailing Twelve Months Ended March 31, 2026 (USD) (1)

•Revenue$ 200 million•Net income$ 26 million•Adjusted EBITDA(2)$ 40 million     (1)Amounts presented on an IFRS basis in USD using a GBP/USD average exchange rate over the period of 1.34.  (2)Calculated as reported EBITDA less expenses related to depreciation of the right-of-use assets and interest on lease liabilities, which are treated as “rent expenses" for compatibility to FirstCash’s reported Adjusted EBITDA.      Transaction Timeline and Additional Details
The acquisition has been unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both FirstCash and Ramsdens. The transaction is subject to approval by Ramsdens’ shareholders and customary regulatory approvals in the United Kingdom. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2026, subject to receipt of these approvals and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.

Advisors
Jefferies LLC is serving as exclusive financial advisor to FirstCash. Gowling WLG (UK) LLP and Alston & Bird LLP are serving as legal counsel to FirstCash.

Cavendish is serving as exclusive financial advisor to Ramsdens. Addleshaw Goddard LLP is serving as legal advisor to Ramsdens.

Further Information; No Offer or Solicitation
This release is for information purposes and is not intended to and does not constitute, or form part of, an offer, invitation or the solicitation of an offer to purchase, otherwise acquire, subscribe for, sell or otherwise dispose of any securities, or the solicitation of any vote or approval in any jurisdiction, pursuant to the all-cash offer by Chess Bidco Limited (“Bidco”), an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of FirstCash Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”), for the entire issued and to be issued share capital of Ramsdens, a company incorporated in England and Wales (“Ramsdens”) (such acquisition, the “Acquisition”), or otherwise, nor shall there be any sale, issuance or transfer of securities of Ramsdens in any jurisdiction in contravention of applicable law. The Acquisition will be made solely by means of a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement (the “Scheme”) under Part 26 of the United Kingdom Companies Act 2006, as amended (the “U.K. Companies Act”) (or, if the Acquisition is implemented by way of a takeover offer, as such term is defined in the U.K. Companies Act (the “Takeover Offer”), the offer document), which will contain the full terms and conditions of the Acquisition, including details of how to vote in respect of the Scheme. Any vote in respect of the Scheme or other response in relation to the Acquisition should be made only on the basis of the information contained in the Scheme document (or, if the Acquisition is implemented by way of a Takeover Offer, the offer document). Ramsdens shareholders are urged to read the Scheme document when it becomes available, because it will contain important information relating to the Acquisition.

Additional Information
The Acquisition is being made to acquire the shares of an English company by means of a scheme of arrangement provided for under English law. A transaction effected by means of a scheme of arrangement is not subject to the tender offer rules or the proxy solicitation rules under the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (“U.S. Exchange Act”). Accordingly, the Scheme will be subject to disclosure requirements and practices applicable in the United Kingdom to schemes of arrangement, which are different from the disclosure requirements of the U.S. tender offer and proxy solicitation rules. The financial information included in this release and the Scheme documentation has been or will have been prepared in accordance with accounting standards applicable in the United Kingdom and thus may not be comparable to financial information of U.S. companies or companies whose financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S. If Bidco exercises its right to implement the Acquisition by way of a Takeover Offer, such offer will be made in compliance with applicable U.S. laws and regulations.

The receipt of cash pursuant to the Acquisition by a U.S. holder as consideration for the transfer of its Ramsdens shares pursuant to the Scheme will likely be a taxable transaction for United States federal income tax purposes and under applicable United States state and local, as well as foreign and other, tax laws. Each Ramsdens shareholder is urged to consult their independent professional adviser immediately regarding the tax consequences of the Acquisition applicable to them.

In accordance with normal United Kingdom practice and pursuant to Rule 14e-5(b) of the U.S. Exchange Act (to the extent applicable), Bidco, its nominees or its brokers (acting as agents) may from time to time make certain purchases of, or arrangements to purchase, Ramsdens shares outside of the U.S., other than pursuant to the Acquisition, until the date on which the Acquisition becomes effective, lapses or is otherwise withdrawn. If such purchases or arrangements to purchase were to be made, they would be made outside of the U.S. and would be in accordance with applicable law, including the U.S. Exchange Act and the United Kingdom City Code on Takeovers and Mergers (the “Code”). These purchases may occur either in the open market at prevailing prices or in private transactions at negotiated prices. Any information about such purchases will be disclosed as required in the United Kingdom, will be reported to a Regulatory Information Service and will be available on the London Stock Exchange website at www.londonstockexchange.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements regarding, among other things, the Acquisition, the anticipated benefits and timing of the Acquisition and the business, financial condition, outlook and prospects of the Company and Ramsdens. Forward-looking statements, as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “outlook,” “believes,” “projects,” “expects,” “may,” “estimates,” “should,” “plans,” “targets,” “intends,” “could,” “would,” “anticipates,” “potential,” “confident,” “optimistic,” or the negative thereof, or other variations thereon, or comparable terminology, or by discussions of strategy, objectives, estimates, guidance, expectations, outlook and future plans. Forward-looking statements can also be identified by the fact these statements do not relate strictly to historical or current matters. Rather, forward-looking statements relate to anticipated or expected events, activities, trends or results. Because forward-looking statements relate to matters that have not yet occurred, these statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties.

While the Company believes the expectations reflected in forward-looking statements are reasonable, there can be no assurances such expectations will prove to be accurate. Security holders are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Certain factors may cause results to differ materially from those anticipated by the forward-looking statements made in this release. With respect to the proposed Acquisition, these factors, risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the risk that the Acquisition may not be consummated, including as a result of a failure by Company or Ramsdens to obtain the necessary shareholder (in the case of Ramsdens) or regulatory approvals required for the Acquisition, or that required regulatory approvals may delay the Acquisition or result in the imposition of conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits from the Acquisition, or the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the Acquisition; the risk that Company will incur additional indebtedness to finance the Acquisition, which may not be on favorable terms to the Company; the length of time necessary to consummate the Acquisition, which may be longer than anticipated for various reasons; the risk that Ramsdens will not be combined and integrated successfully; the risk that the cost savings, synergies and other benefits from the Acquisition may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected; the diversion of management time on Acquisition-related issues; the risk that costs associated with the integration of Ramsdens is higher than anticipated; increased exposure to local economic and political conditions, exchange rate fluctuations and the extensive regulatory regime in the U.K.; risks related to the ability to hire and retain key Ramsdens personnel; and the effects of tax assessments or tax positions taken, risks related to goodwill and other intangible asset impairment, tax adjustments, anticipated tax rates, or other regulatory compliance costs.

Additional risks and uncertainties with respect to the Company are discussed and described in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including the risks described in Part 1, Item 1A, “Risk Factors” thereof, and other reports filed with the SEC. Many of these risks and uncertainties are beyond the ability of the Company to control, nor can the Company predict, in many cases, all of the risks and uncertainties that could cause its actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained in this release speak only as of the date of this release, and the Company expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to report any updates or revisions to any such statement to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law.

Publication on website

In accordance with Rule 26.1 of the Code, a copy of this release will be made available, subject to certain restrictions, on the Company’s website at https://investors.firstcash.com/ by no later than 12 noon (London time) on the business day following publication of this release. For the avoidance of doubt, the contents of any websites referred to in this release are not incorporated into and do not form part of this release.

Right to request hard copies
In accordance with Rule 30.3 of the Code, a person so entitled may request a hard copy of this release (and any document or information incorporated into it by reference to another source) by contacting Ramsdens’ registrars, Equiniti, by writing to Equiniti at Aspect House, Spencer Road, Lancing, West Sussex, BN99 6DA, United Kingdom or by calling them during business hours on +44 (0)371 384 2030. Lines are open from 8.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. (London time) Monday to Friday (except English and Welsh public holidays). Calls are charged at the standard geographical rate and will vary by provider. Calls from outside the United Kingdom will be charged at the applicable international rate. For persons who receive a copy of this release in electronic form or via a website notification, a hard copy of this release (and any document or information incorporated by reference into this release) will not be sent unless so requested. In accordance with Rule 30.3 of the Code, such persons may also request that all future documents, announcements and information to be sent to them in relation to the Acquisition should be sent in hard copy form.

About FirstCash
FirstCash is the leading international operator of pawn stores focused on serving cash and credit-constrained consumers. FirstCash operates more than 3,300 pawn stores in the U.S., Latin America and the U.K. Most of the stores buy and sell a wide variety of jewelry, electronics, tools, appliances, sporting goods, musical instruments and other merchandise, and make small non-recourse pawn loans secured by pledged personal property. FirstCash’s pawn operations currently account for over 90% of net revenue, with the remainder provided by its wholly owned subsidiary, AFF, a leading provider of customer payment solutions at the point-of-sale for retailers of consumer goods and services.

FirstCash is a component company in both the Standard & Poor’s MidCap 400 Index® and the Russell 2000 Index®. FirstCash’s common stock (ticker symbol “FCFS”) is traded on the Nasdaq, the creator of the world’s first electronic stock market. For additional information regarding FirstCash and the services it provides, visit FirstCash’s websites located at http://www.firstcash.com, http://www.americanfirstfinance.com and http://www.handt.co.uk.

About Ramsdens

Ramsdens is a U.K.‑based diversified provider of financial services and a retail operator, serving customers primarily through a nationwide estate of high street stores and complementary online channels.

Ramsdens primarily operates across the following business segments:

Pawnbroking – provision of short-term, asset backed loans secured against customer assets, predominantly jewelry and watches;Foreign currency exchange – the purchase and sale of foreign currency notes, together with the provision of travel money products including multi-currency cards and international transfers;Purchase of precious metals – acquisition of gold and other valuables from customers, with subsequent resale into wholesale or bullion markets; andJewelry retail – sale of new and pre-owned jewelry and watches through the Ramsdens Group’s store network and online channels. These activities are delivered through a combination of physical stores, of which there are currently 174 across the U.K., and a growing digital platform, providing Ramsdens with a diversified and complementary income base. Ramsdens currently employs 877 employees across its operations.

For further information, please contact:
Gar Jackson
Global IR Group
Phone: (817) 886-6998
Email: [email protected]

Doug Orr, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Phone: (817) 258-2650
Email: [email protected]
Website: investors.firstcash.com

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Agreement supports Walmart’s expansion in the state and includes uprates at the Dresden Clean Energy Center

BALTIMORE & BENTONVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Constellation (Nasdaq: CEG) and Walmart (Nasdaq: WMT) today announced a long-term nuclear power purchase agreement (PPA) for emissions-free electricity from Constellation’s Dresden Clean Energy Center in Illinois. The agreement includes approximately 176 MW of wholesale supply, including 30 MW of expanded generating capacity.

Walmart will purchase energy, environmental attributes and capacity through two 15‑year terms beginning in 2029 and 2030. This agreement supports reliable nuclear energy in the region and enables planned uprates — efficiency upgrades that increase output from existing nuclear units without the need to build a new facility. The agreement is expected to help Walmart access cleaner energy and strengthen local energy infrastructure — while continuing to serve customers with everyday low prices.

“This agreement reflects long‑term stewardship of critical infrastructure, the communities it serves, and the energy system that powers American growth,” said Jim McHugh, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Constellation. “Walmart’s commitment enables meaningful investment in the Dresden Clean Energy Center — bolstering reliability, sustaining local jobs and economic activity, and putting more dependable, emissions-free energy onto the Illinois power grid.”

Through uprates at the Dresden Clean Energy Center, this agreement will provide enough new power to the grid to support Walmart’s previously announced high-tech perishable distribution center, currently in development in Belvidere, Ill. Together, these investments strengthen the local community by supporting jobs and enabling continued expansion of Walmart’s supply chain operations and workforce.

“Walmart has a long history of investing in energy solutions that support our business and the communities where we operate, and this agreement builds on that work,” said Shayne Wahlmeier, SVP Energy – Walmart US. “Working with Constellation allows us to support new operations in Illinois while advancing our strategy in a way that prioritizes affordable, reliable, and clean energy for our business and the communities we serve. We’re constantly evaluating new capabilities and energy solutions that help ensure the electricity we rely on is dependable, responsibly produced, and built to support long-term growth.”

This agreement marks Walmart’s first nuclear PPA and is among the first of its kind between a large retailer and a nuclear energy facility in the United States. The agreement follows Constellation’s December 2025 license renewal announcement for Dresden and supports continued investment in Dresden’s long‑term reliability and performance. Licensed to operate through 2049 and 2051, the Dresden Clean Energy Center provides baseload, reliable carbon-free electricity for the region and supports more than 1,100 family-sustaining jobs.

Constellation and Walmart have both maintained a longstanding presence in Illinois. Constellation’s generation footprint produces enough energy to power more than eight million homes, and Walmart’s retail operations total approximately 175 stores and clubs with more than 55,000 associates in the state. Both companies view the PPA as an extension of their shared, long-term commitment to the communities where they operate.

About Constellation

Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG), a Fortune 200 company headquartered in Baltimore, is the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation’s largest producer of clean and reliable energy. With 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, our fleet has the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes, providing about 10% of the nation’s clean energy and delivering the around-the-clock reliability needed to power America’s growing economy. We are also the largest nuclear energy company in the U.S. and a leading competitive retail supplier, serving approximately 2.5 million customer accounts nationwide, including 80% of the Fortune 100. We are committed to investing in innovation and new technologies to drive the transition to a reliable, sustainable and secure energy future. Follow Constellation on LinkedIn and X.

About Walmart

Walmart Inc. (Nasdaq: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better - anytime and anywhere - in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 280 million customers and members visit more than 10,900 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2026 revenue of $713 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/walmart, on X (formerly known as Twitter) at twitter.com/walmart, and on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/walmart.

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The business of journalism has not been pretty the past couple decades, but USA Today NYSE: TDAY might finally be on the verge of looking attractive.

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$8.28P/E Ratio134.02

Price Target$8.53

One of the most recognized media brands in America, the company for most of the past decade was a cautionary tale about what happens to newspaper businesses when the internet rewrites the rules.

Now, the company that publishes USA Today, as well as owning hundreds of local and regional papers across the country, is delivering stronger profits, accelerating digital growth, and improving revenue.

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It hasn’t yet proven itself, but at least it appears headed in the right direction.

Investors who rightfully dismissed the company as a dying newspaper stock in years past might want to reconsider it today.

Digital Strategy Is Delivering Better ResultsAfter years watching print advertising drop, readers move online, and revenues steadily decline, USA Today’s first quarter showed the company's protracted effort to transform itself into a digital media business is catching on.

Revenue in the year’s first three months was $548.5 million, and net income improved to a gain of $19.9 million from a loss of $7.3 million a year earlier. On a diluted per-share basis, the company reported earnings of 12 cents per share in contrast to a loss of 5 cents per share a year earlier.

The quarter this year and a year ago both contained several one-time adjustments. A more balanced comparison, removing one-time items including the impact of the sale of assets, shows a more impressive picture. Total adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) increased 45% to $73.1 million from $50.5 million. The margin on these operations jumped to 13.3% from 8.8%.

For the full year 2026, the company is projecting a possible slight decline in overall same-store revenue, while total digital revenue is expected to climb to 50% of overall sales. Without pinpointing an amount, the company said it expects an increase in net income and adjusted EBITDA, while free cash flow should grow by double digits compared with the prior year.

Digital Revenue Continues to Replace PrintThe latest figures did show that revenue dropped 4% compared with a year earlier, though the decline on a same-store basis showed an improvement over decreases in previous quarters.

Continuing a trend, revenue in the print and commercial segment fell more than 10% year-over-year. But the digital business picked up some of the slack, with revenue increasing more than 5% over the previous year on a same-store basis. Importantly, digital revenues accounted for nearly 48% of total revenue in the quarter, an all-time high for the company.

In particular, digital-only subscriptions showed year-over-year and sequential growth for the third consecutive quarter. In all, the company reported that it attracted 180 million average monthly unique visitors, including approximately 127 million from its U.S. media network and 53 million from its U.K. digital properties. Overall pageviews per month reached 1.4 billion across its digital platforms.

AI and Partnerships Expand Audience GrowthChanges in the media and online landscape were also evident. USA Today acknowledged that it was shifting from a significant dependence on referral traffic, presumably from social media, and have been looking to build traffic through other sources, including directly attracting reader attention.

AI licensing deals and partnerships have also begun contributing. The company has been investing in AI tools and expanding content, such as its high school sports hub, reflecting a deliberate effort to build engagement.

Other moves reinforce a sense of urgency. After agreeing to acquire the Detroit News from MediaNews Group earlier in the year, the company presented at the Rosenblatt 6th Annual Technology Summit in June, signaling a concerted effort to be seen by investors as a technology and digital media company.

A week later, USA Today Play, the company’s games portal, expanded its digital comics library through a partnership with Marvel Comics aimed at increasing the number of repeat visitors.

A Historic Media Brand Reinvents ItselfThe moves are a far cry from the company's origins in 1982 when Gannett launched USA Today as the first national daily print newspaper. Before being rebranded last year from Gannett to USA Today, the company used that early success to build one of the largest newspaper portfolios in the world, acquiring regional and local titles across dozens of markets over the following decades.

Like others in the industry, including the New York Times NYSE: NYT and Lee Enterprises NASDAQ: LEE, pressures with the rise of online news hit every newspaper hard. Digital advertising migrated to Google and Facebook. Classified revenue evaporated. Print circulation fell ceaselessly. USA Today’s response was a years-long series of deep cost reductions and strategic pivots toward digital revenue. The strategy produced mixed results, and management committed to a digital-first strategy centered on audience growth, engagement, and diversified revenue streams.

Wall Street Is Warming to the StockGiven these pressures, the company’s stock has reacted accordingly. Trading above $25 per share back in 2015, the stock fell below $1 per share by 2020. In the past 52 weeks, company has traded between $3.15 and about $8 per share, fluctuating as skepticism about legacy media mixes with optimism over improved results.

USA Today Co. (TDAY) Price Chart for Wednesday, June, 24, 2026

The optimism appears to have taken hold. The stock is up nearly 140% over the past 12 months, with a 70% gain since the start of this year.

Analyst coverage is thin, and given the recent runup, the current consensus rating is Hold. The average 12-month price target is $8.53, implying modest upside from current levels. Two analysts suggest Buy, with one analyst recommending Hold and another rating it a Sell. The highest price target is $10 per share, while the lowest is listed at $8 per share.

The Turnaround Still Faces Major ChallengesWhile the story appears positive, the risks are real. Media turnarounds have proven to be among the hardest to execute. Advertising revenue is cyclical, digital traffic can be volatile, and the structural decline of print advertising is ever-present. USA Today does not pay a dividend, so share appreciation is key for investors.

Still, results in the first quarter continue to show progress, and the company's national brand with an audience of 180 million visitors has a breadth that can capture a formidable potential.

The question is whether management can monetize the shift assuming sales from digital overtake the waning revenue of print. The stock is not for conservative investors, but for investors who understand media, USA Today might be a speculative turnaround worth watching and considering.

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New York, New York and New Orleans, Louisiana--(Newsfile Corp. - June 23, 2026) - Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., notifies investors in PicS N.V. ("PicS" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: PICS) of a class action securities lawsuit.

CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of investors of PicS who were adversely affected if they purchased the Company's Class A common stock in and/or traceable to its January 30, 2026 initial public offering (the "IPO"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.

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CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, PicS and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information in the Offering Documents, violating federal securities laws. The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) in December 2025, the Company determined that its credit assessment procedures were deficient and required enhancement; (ii) following implementation of revised procedures, the Company reclassified approximately R$590 million of exposures from Stage 2 to Stage 3, resulting in an incremental ECL charge of R$88 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2025; (iii) the Company experienced an undisclosed Stage 3 formation rate exceeding 7% in the fourth quarter of 2025, materially departing from the historical trends disclosed in the offering documents; (iv) the offering documents materially overstated the effectiveness of PicS N.V.'s credit models, user data, and underwriting and risk-monitoring capabilities; and (v) prior to the IPO, PicS N.V.'s expansion into riskier business lines had led to deteriorating credit quality, increased default and impairment risk, and adverse financial and operational trends that were expected to continue worsening and materially impact the Company's business and financial results.

The case is FirstFire Global Opportunities Fund, LLC v. PicS N.V., No. 26-cv-04793.

WHAT TO DO? If you invested in PicS and suffered a loss during the relevant time frame, you have until August 4, 2026 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff; however, your ability to share in any recovery does not require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.

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