HOUSTON, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — KOIL Energy Solutions Inc. (OTCQB: KLNG), a leading provider of subsea equipment and services to the global energy and offshore industries, today announced that members of its executive leadership team will participate in the following investor conferences during October 2026.

National Investment Banking Association 153rd Investment Conference
Conference Dates: Oct. 6-7, 2026
Presentation Date: Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
Location: The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Presenter: Kurt Keller, Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Keller will present and participate in investor meetings at the National Investment Banking Association’s 153rd Investment Conference.

The ThinkEquity Conference 2026
Conference Date: Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026
Presentation Date: Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026
Location: New York, New York
Presenters: Erik Wiik, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Kurt Keller, Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Wiik and Mr. Keller will present and participate in investor meetings at the ThinkEquity Conference, which includes a dedicated Oil & Gas track.

Planet MicroCap Showcase: Toronto 2026
Conference Dates: Oct. 27-29, 2026
Presentation Date: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Eastern time
Location: Arcadian Loft, Toronto, Canada
Presenter: Erik Wiik, President and Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Wiik will present and participate in investor meetings at Planet MicroCap Showcase: Toronto 2026.

Management expects to discuss KOIL’s ongoing execution of its KOIL 2030 strategy, including the company’s focus on integrated systems solutions, expansion in Brazil, and continued investment in rental equipment and services.

Investors interested in arranging meetings with KOIL management during these events should contact the respective conference organizers or KOIL Investor Relations at ir@koilenergy.com.

About KOIL (www.koilenergy.com)

KOIL Energy is a leading energy services company offering subsea equipment and support services to the world’s energy and offshore industries. We provide innovative solutions to complex customer challenges presented between the production facility and the energy source. Our core services and technological solutions include distribution system installation support and engineering services, umbilical terminations, loose-tube steel flying leads, and related services. Additionally, KOIL Energy’s experienced team can support subsea engineering, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance projects located anywhere in the world.

Forward-Looking Statements

Any forward-looking statements in the preceding paragraphs of this release are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties in that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. In the course of operations, we are subject to certain risk factors, competition and competitive pressures, sensitivity to general economic and industrial conditions, international political and economic risks, availability and price of raw materials and execution of business strategy. For further information, please refer to the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, copies of which are available from the Company without charge.

Investor Relations Contact:

ir@koilenergy.com

281-862-2201

Cergy, September 24, 2026 – SPIE (the “Company”), the independent European leader in multi-technical services in the areas of energy and communications, today announces the results of the repurchase of a part of its sustainability-linked bonds settled in cash and/or convertible into new shares and/or exchangeable for existing shares due January 2028 (FR001400F2K3) (the “2028 ORNANEs”) announced on September 22, 2026 (the “Repurchase”).

The Company collected, via a reverse bookbuilding process conducted on September 22, 2026, indications of interest from holders of the outstanding 2028 ORNANEs.

Following the close of this reverse bookbuilding process carried out by BNP PARIBAS and Natixis as Joint Dealer Managers, SPIE has decided to accept the repurchase of 2,801 2028 ORNANEs in a principal amount of 280.1 million euros, representing approximately 70% of the number of the 2028 ORNANEs initially issued.

The final repurchase price pursuant to this process was set at 138,487 euros per 2028 ORNANE representing a total consideration of approximately 388 million euros. This final repurchase price was determined by reference to the initial repurchase price of 135,000 euros per 2028 ORNANE, determined at the close of the reverse bookbuilding process, adjusted for the change in price of a share of SPIE during the period starting on (and including) September 22, 2026 and ending on (and including) September 24, 2026, i.e., a reference share price of 44.1118 euros1. In addition, the Company will pay interest accrued on the 2028 ORNANEs up to (but excluding) the settlement date of the Repurchase.

The settlement of the Repurchase is expected to take place on October 1, 2026 and is conditional upon the settlement of the issue of the new 500 million euros sustainability-linked notes due 2032 which is expected to occur on September 28, 2026.

The 2028 ORNANEs accepted in the Repurchase will be cancelled in accordance with their terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”).

As announced in its press release published on September 22, 2026, it is reminded that SPIE will proceed with the early redemption of all remaining outstanding 2028 ORNANEs following the Repurchase, i.e., 1,073 2028 ORNANEs, in accordance with the 2028 ORNANEs Terms and Conditions.

The date of early redemption of the 2028 ORNANEs will be October 22, 2026 (the “Early Redemption Date”).

Pursuant to section 10.3.1 of the Terms and Conditions, the 2028 ORNANEs will be redeemed at par plus interest accrued, i.e., 100,527.17 euros per 2028 ORNANEs.

Pursuant to section 10.3.3 of the Terms and Conditions, the holders of 2028 ORNANEs retain the ability to request the exercise of their conversion/exchange right in accordance with the Terms and Conditions until the seventh trading day (included) preceding the Early Redemption Date, i.e. until October 13, 2026 (included). 

The Company reiterates its intention to deliver new and/or existing shares only in the event that holders of the remaining outstanding 2028 ORNANEs following the Repurchase exercise their conversion and/or exchange rights.

It is further recalled that, in accordance with the Terms and Conditions, the Company’s decision to deliver new and/or existing shares (i.e., the Decision Date as defined in the Terms and Conditions) will occur 3 trading days after each conversion and/or exchange request made by a holder of 2028 ORNANEs on any Exercise Request Date (as defined in the Terms and Conditions).

Any holder of 2028 ORNANEs that will not have requested the exercise of his or her conversion/exchange right in accordance with the Terms and Conditions prior to this date will be redeemed in the conditions set out above.

This press release does not contain and does not constitute an offer to sell securities, nor an invitation or solicitation to invest in securities in France, the United States, or any other jurisdiction.

About SPIE

SPIE is the independent European leader in multi-technical services in the areas of energy and communications. With 55,000 employees, SPIE works alongside its customers to drive the energy, digital and industrial transitions. As a key player in decarbonisation, the Group delivers efficient and innovative solutions across the economy.

SPIE Group achieved in 2025 consolidated revenue of €10.4 billion and consolidated EBITA of €793 million.

www.spie.com
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Contacts

SPIE

Pascal Omnès
Group Communications Director
Tel. + 33 (0)1 34 41 81 11
pascal.omnes@spie.com

SPIE

Investor Relations
Investors@spie.com

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Laurent Poinsot
Tel. + 33 (0)1 53 70 74 70
spie@image7.fr

Disclaimer

This announcement does not constitute an invitation to participate in the Repurchase in or from any jurisdiction in or from which, or to or from any person to or from whom, it is unlawful to make such invitation under applicable securities laws. The distribution of this announcement in certain jurisdictions may be restricted by law. Persons into whose possession this announcement comes are required to inform themselves about, and to observe, any such restrictions. Tenders of 2028 ORNANEs for purchase in the Repurchase will not be accepted from qualifying holders in any circumstances in which such offer or solicitation is unlawful.

The Company does not make any recommendation as to whether or not qualifying holders should participate in the Repurchase. If any holder of the 2028 ORNANEs is in any doubt as to the contents of the Repurchase, or the action it should take, it is recommended to seek its own financial advice, including in respect of any tax consequences, from its broker, bank manager, solicitor, accountant or other independent financial, tax or legal adviser.


1 Corresponding to the arithmetic average of the value-weighted average price of SPIE shares over three consecutive trading days (from September 22, 2026 to September 24, 2026 included).

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New research reveals a large “switchable middle” of banking customers who are only moderately satisfied at best with their primary financial institution

The Banking Expectation Gap – Global Edition

New Celent research with Temenos connects changing customer expectations across global markets with the technology priorities banks must address.
New Celent research with Temenos connects changing customer expectations across global markets with the technology priorities banks must address.

GRAND-LANCY, Switzerland, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Temenos (SIX: TEMN), a global leader in banking technology, today announced new global research commissioned with Celent, “The Banking Expectation Gap: Global Consumer Edition”. The findings reveal that banks face a fight to keep three in four customers as expectations rise for more personalized, advisory and AI-enabled banking experiences. Despite this, just 4% of banks state that investment in personalization of the customer experience is their top priority.

The study shows that nearly three-quarters of global banking customers are only moderately satisfied or less than moderately satisfied with their primary financial institution, creating a large “switchable middle” open to switching for better value, stronger digital experiences and services that reflect their needs. Over half (53%) of global consumers are dissatisfied with their payment services and 39% cite dissatisfaction with security and fraud protection. One in four globally have recently considered switching their primary bank, while 56% of global retail banks say it has become more challenging to win and retain customers in the past year.

Personalization has emerged as a deciding factor in customer loyalty. More than half (58%) want more financial guidance, while 51% say their bank should better anticipate their needs when they open the app or call. Around 40% want rates or other benefits that reflect the size or length of their relationship with the bank. Together, these findings point to growing demand for banking experiences that feel more relevant, advisory and personalized across both digital and human-assisted channels.

At the same time, customers are increasingly open to AI-enabled engagement where it helps them better understand and manage their finances. More than two-thirds (68%) would use a conversational interface for banking queries, and younger cohorts show particularly strong interest in AI-powered personalized financial advice. There is less enthusiasm for AI features that take automated actions. Fewer than half of global consumers would “definitely use” AI features that manage purchases on their behalf or perform routine transactions such as bill payment. Trust remains critical: privacy and data security are the leading concerns about AI in banking, cited by 47%, followed by errors or inaccurate decisions at 36%.

Banks are making efforts to modernize services in response to these demands, with nearly half (46%) saying they plan to make major changes or fully replace core banking systems in 2027. More than a fifth (over 20%) expect to expand AI initiatives beyond internal operations and into direct customer-facing use cases.

Michael Bernard, Principal Banking Analyst, Celent, said: “Customers want banking that feels more personal, more secure and easier to use, while still providing human support when it matters. These expectations are rising just as AI is reshaping how customers engage with financial services, creating a new expectation gap between the experiences customers want and what many banks are currently able to deliver.”

William Moroney, Chief Revenue Officer, Temenos, said: “What influences customer loyalty has changed dramatically. To win the ‘switchable middle’, including the growing mass affluent market, banks need to deliver the trust, relevance and convenience customers now demand from every financial interaction. With modern technology foundations and responsible AI, banks can turn the Expectation Gap into an opportunity to deepen relationships and drive growth at scale.”

 

About the Research

Celent surveyed 2,515 global banking consumers aged 18–65+ in June, July, and August 2026. The study included respondents from Europe (29%), the United States (28%), Asia-Pacific (19%), Latin America (12%), and the Middle East and Africa (11%). Additional insights in this report are drawn from the Celent Dimensions Survey of 216 global banking leaders. Celent analysts also conducted in-depth one-on-one interviews with banking leaders, concentrated among banks with US$10B–$500B in assets.

To read the full report, The Banking Expectation Gap: Global Consumer Edition, please download it here: https://www.temenos.com/resource/the-banking-expectation-gap-global-edition/

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CONTACT: Scott Rowe
Temenos
+  44 (0) 20 7423 3857
scott.rowe@temenos.com

Press release
Paris, 24 September 2026

Transactions carried out as part of a share buyback program and outside of a liquidity contract

Orange announces that it has purchased treasury shares within the framework of its share buyback program.

These shares have been acquired to honor obligations related to long-term incentive plans for corporate officers and senior employees. The long-term incentive plans, which are conditional on presence and performance, were set up with the aim of involving key Group managers in the success of its strategic plan.

Name of the issuer: Orange (LEI: 969500MCOONR8990S771)
References of the share buyback program: A description of the program authorized by the Shareholders’ General Meeting held on 19 May 2026 (13th resolution) can be found in Orange’s 2025 universal registration document (section 6.5)
Securities identifying code: Ordinary shares (ISIN: 0000133308), listed on Euronext Paris / Compartment A
Start date of the program: The 13th resolution of the shareholders’ general meeting held on 19 May 2026 was activated at the Board of Directors meeting on 19 May 2026.

Cash purchases of shares between 16 and 22 September 2026:

Trading date Type of transaction Number of shares Daily weighted average purchase price (€) Amount (€)
16 September 2026 Purchase 287,206 15.8754€ 4,559,510.13€
17 September 2026 Purchase 996,784 15.9821€ 15,930,701.57€
18 September 2026 Purchase 1,222,336 15.1639€ 18,535,380.87€
21 September 2026 Purchase 1,264,317 15.0267€ 18,998,512.26€
22 September 2026 Purchase 729,357 14.6971€ 10,719,432.76€
Total Purchase 4,500,000 15.2763€ 68,743,537.60€

None of these shares were purchased as part of a share liquidity contract. Detailed information on these transactions may be found on the Orange website (Orange Investors’ Library).

About Orange
Orange is one of the world’s leading telecommunications operators. The Group aims to be the trusted partner for everyday digital life by providing individuals, businesses and communities with reliable connectivity and innovative services. As of the end of 2025, Orange connects 340 million customers (including MasOrange) across 26 countries and generated 40.4 billion euros in revenues.
As a trusted player, Orange leverages the excellence of its very high-speed broadband networks to deploy digital infrastructure in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. The Group is a European leader in fiber, with 100 million connectable households, and convergent offers. In France, Orange connects 34 million customers and was ranked No. 1 by the regulator Arcep for the quality of its mobile network for the 15th consecutive year. In Africa and the Middle East, the Group’s growth engine, Orange serves nearly 180 million customers and promotes digital and financial inclusion through its connected solutions.
Under the Orange Business brand, the Group supports companies in transforming their networks as well as in AI, trusted cloud and cybersecurity. Orange is also a major player in the wholesale market, where it has a leading global telecom infrastructure and significant capabilities for deploying and operating submarine cables. A committed innovator, Orange relies on 700 researchers and holds a portfolio of 11,000 patents.
Orange is listed on Euronext Paris (symbol ORA). More information: www.orange.com.
Orange and any other Orange product or service names mentioned in this material are trademarks of Orange or Orange Brand Services Limited.

Press contact:
Tom Wright; tom.wright@orange.com

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SRX has added ONCO in anticipation of Realbotix LLC acquisition closing. Believes Vinci AI Vision system is extremely undervalued and misunderstood, with multiple potential applications in defense, ranging from drones for facial recognition to body cameras.

NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SRX Global Inc. (NYSE American: SRXH) (the “Company” or “SRX”), an AI-enabled platform dedicated to generating long-term shareholder value through investments in high-conviction operating companies and strategic assets, today announced an update to shareholders on the liquidation of portfolio holdings Vistagen Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VTGN), a late clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, and Greenland Mines (Nasdaq: GRML), a critical and precious minerals development company.

Additionally, the Company has added an investment in Onconetix Inc. (Nasdaq: ONCO). Onconetix has previously announced an agreement to acquire Realbotix LLC.

Realbotix utilizes a proprietary, patented robotic eyeball technology and an AI vision system known as Vinci. Developed by Realbotix, this hardware and software integration embeds cameras and tracking lenses directly inside the robot’s eyeballs, rather than hiding them in the forehead or chest like standard humanoids. The Vinci AI Vision System enables the hardware lenses to detect motion, recognize returning users, and identify objects or colors in the surrounding environment. The in-eye sensors analyze human micro-expressions to gauge emotional states (such as confusion, engagement, or frustration) and automatically adapt the robot’s conversation via integrated large language models (LLMs).

About SRX Global Inc.
SRX Global is an AI-driven platform focused on generating long-term shareholder value through investments in high-conviction operating companies, strategic assets, and technology-enabled opportunities. The Company leverages proprietary technology, data analytics, and disciplined capital allocation to identify and manage investments across multiple sectors.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as “believe,” “expect,” “intend,” “aim,” “plan,” “may,” “could,” “target,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the Company’s investment strategy, capital allocation and portfolio positioning, the redeployment of proceeds from the positions described above, the anticipated benefits of the Company’s investment in Onconetix, and the completion, timing and potential benefits of Onconetix’s pending acquisition of Realbotix LLC. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including risks described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update them, except as required by law.

Company Contact
SRX Global Inc.
Kent Cunningham, Chief Executive Officer

Investor Relations Contact
KCSA Strategic Communications
Valter Pinto, Managing Director
212-896-1254
srx@kcsa.com

Frøya, Norway, 24 September 2026:

Notice is given to the shareholders of Kaldvík AS (the “Company“) that an extraordinary general meeting will be held on 8 October 2026 at 12:00 hours CEST.

On 22 September 2026, the board of directors received a request from Austur Holding AS, reg. no. 930 310 387 (“Austur”), holding approximately 60.02% of the shares in the Company, to convene an extraordinary general meeting of the Company to resolve on changes to the composition of the board of directors of the Company.

The request states that Austur will propose that current board member Martin Lein Staveli be replaced by Stig Wærnes, to be elected for a period until the Company’s annual general meeting in 2028.

Stig Wærnes brings extensive board-level, executive and advisory experience, including from several publicly listed companies. His experience includes board and audit committee roles at BEWI ASA, executive and board-related roles at KMC Properties ASA and BEVEST ASA, and an executive role at Logistea AB, listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. He has also held a number of other board and executive positions and has broad experience as an auditor and adviser to companies within the industrial and seafood sectors.

Stig Wærnes is also a board member of Heimstø AS, a shareholder of Austur.

Stig Wærnes has no direct or indirect ownership interest in either the Company or Austur.

The extraordinary general meeting will be held digitally through Lumi AGM. It will not be possible to attend in person. Shareholders are encouraged to pre-register their attendance to the meeting and shareholders may also provide a proxy. Deadline for the pre-registration and registration of proxies is 6 October 2026 at 12:00 hours (CEST).

The notice of the extraordinary general meeting, including the attendance and proxy forms, is attached to this announcement.

The notice of the extraordinary general meeting will be sent electronic or by post to all shareholders with known address.

This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

For further information, please contact:

Vidar Aspehaug, CEO: +47 913 05 017 (mobile)

About Kaldvík AS

Kaldvík AS is the leading salmon farmer in Iceland. Kaldvik AS has a well-developed and fully integrated value-chain, enabling the group to provide its customers with a sustainable premium product. Kaldvik AS is dual listed on Euronext Growth Oslo and First North Iceland Growth Market. See https://www.kaldvik.is for more information about the Company.

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This press release is also available in Français (pdf) and Deutsch (pdf)

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Nestlé appoints Manuela Bernasconi as Group General Counsel; Leanne Geale to retire at year end

Nestlé’s Board of Directors has appointed Manuela Bernasconi, currently General Counsel for Zone Americas, as Group General Counsel and a member of the Group Executive Board, effective 1 January 2027. After seven years as Nestlé’s Group General Counsel, Leanne Geale will retire.

Manuela Bernasconi joined Nestlé in 2007 as Legal Counsel in Corporate & Group Compliance and has since held a series of increasingly senior legal leadership roles across the company. After serving in roles within Zone Europe and Nestlé Switzerland, she joined Nespresso in 2017 and was appointed General Counsel for Nespresso in 2020. She subsequently served as General Counsel for Zone Latin America before being appointed General Counsel for Zone Americas in January 2025.

Philipp Navratil, Nestlé CEO, said: “With nearly 20 years of experience at Nestlé, Manuela combines deep legal expertise with a strong understanding of our company. She is a trusted adviser with a proven ability to navigate complex legal, regulatory and compliance matters. Her leadership and strategic perspective make her ideally placed to lead our Legal & Compliance function into its next chapter.”

“During her tenure, Leanne further strengthened and professionalized Nestlé’s Legal & Compliance function, including our approach to human rights. On behalf of her colleagues across Nestlé, I thank her warmly for her leadership and many contributions to the company. We wish her every success and happiness for the future,” Philipp Navratil added.

 


 

Contacts:

Media:
Christoph Meier  Tel.: +41 21 924 2200
mediarelations@nestle.com

Investors:
David Hancock  Tel.: +41 21 924 3509
ir@nestle.com

 

Company notes early demand interest across the coordinated program of ten 9.9 MW behind-the-meter sites and will continue to provide updates as the program is rolled out

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FingerMotion, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNGR) (“FingerMotion” or the “Company”) today announced that it has received indications of interest totaling approximately 52.5 megawatts of capacity within the 99 MW Alberta behind-the-meter power and compute program disclosed on September 15, 2026.

The program comprises ten 9.9 MW generation and data hall sites grouped into four campuses in the Brooks, Coronation, Fox Creek and Vulcan Zones, representing 99 megawatts of gross generation capacity in development and approximately 72 megawatts of aggregate continuous critical IT capacity. Each site is intended to be held in a dedicated project company of which FingerMotion is the sole shareholder. Development, construction and site operations are performed by BlueFlare Group Holdings Inc., which takes title to none of the project assets.

The indications of interest relate to capacity within the recently disclosed corridor and are consistent with the Company’s stated approach of seeking to contract capacity under long-term agreements before committing construction capital to any individual site. Indications of interest are not binding offtake agreements, do not constitute contracted demand, and do not guarantee that any customer contract will be executed on any particular terms or at all.

FingerMotion’s intended process remains to secure land with power, permit it, and contract capacity to offtake clients before initiating construction. Offtake clients may contract for a site as powered land on which they install their own modular data halls, as a colocation site, or as a turnkey facility. Each campus is sized below 10 MW to use the streamlined approval pathway for smaller power plants under Alberta Utilities Commission Rule 007, and each is to be held in its own subsidiary so that campuses can be permitted and contracted independently of one another.

“Power remains the scarce input for AI and high-performance computing,” said Jolie Kahn, Chief Executive Officer of FingerMotion. “Receiving indications of interest inside the 99 MW corridor so soon after we laid out the program is consistent with the demand we expected when we structured the sites as independently permitted, owner-operated campuses. We will continue to provide updates as we roll out the program—land, permits, contracting, and only then construction.”

We have provided a four-point matrix as a way for investors to measure our progress. We are pleased to provide an update from the original August 27, 2026 iteration.

Milestone What “done” looks like Status
August 27, 2026 Press Release September 24, 2026 Update
1. Site control Land rights and a viable permitting path to build Not yet announced. Several sites are in various stages of advanced discussion. No signed Commercial Term Sheet. Two sites have been secured thru binding letters of intent, with definitive agreements to follow imminently; e.g.: Brooks Campus #1 and Hanna Campus #1. Both locations are expected to close in October.

2. Power Generation, fuel supply or interconnection that actually delivers electricity Not yet announced. Sites under consideration have, or are being structured around, on-site generation; redevelopment would add generation and storage. Not a grid-queue project.

RFP’s in process for on-site generation equipment for both Brooks and Hanna.
3. Customers Signed enterprise offtake for capacity No FingerMotion offtake announced. The 9.9% Lyken stake closed August 17 as the demand-side first step. The Lyken/Swarmnet MOU (August 24) is non-binding and is Lyken’s, not the Company’s.

BlueFlare has received indications of interest from potential commercial offtakers for up to 52.5 MW.
4. Capital Project financing closed against the asset and the contract Not yet announced. Structure intended to be asset-level, not corporate-balance-sheet.

Not yet announced. Structure intended to be asset-level, not corporate-balance-sheet, and the Company is in discussions with various potential sources of capital.

The Company will continue to provide updates as it advances permitting, land assembly, gas-supply discussions, and customer engagement across the corridor.

About FingerMotion, Inc.

FingerMotion, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNGR) is a technology company historically focused on mobile payment, recharge, and data-analytics markets in the People’s Republic of China. Under current management, the Company is extending its strategy into enterprise AI and high-performance computing infrastructure in North America, including through its equity interest in Lyken AI Computing Inc., while evaluating its China operations.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains 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, and the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s 99 MW Alberta development program; indications of interest; the number, size, location and timing of sites; anticipated permitting, construction and energization timelines; the anticipated structure of customer contracts; and expectations regarding additional updates as the program is rolled out.

These statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Indications of interest are non-binding and do not constitute executed offtake agreements. No customer offtake agreement has been executed, and there can be no assurance that any customer contract will be entered into on the terms described or at all. Additional risks include the Company’s ability to obtain permits on the anticipated timeline, to complete land acquisitions, to obtain project financing on acceptable terms or at all, to procure equipment as scheduled, to complete construction on budget, to secure natural gas supply, and to contract capacity on the commercial terms described or on any terms; changes in Alberta regulatory requirements; changes in commodity prices; competition; and the other risk factors described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Media / Investor Contact
Investor Relations
FingerMotion, Inc.
Email: ir@fingermotion.com

  • The 2026 iCAUR International User Summit is set to take place in Wuhu, China, from October 19 to 23, bringing together user representatives, media and partners from around the world.
  • Building on the brand philosophy of “Classic Never Fades,” iCAUR will join global users in exploring the fusion of classic design and innovation to shape a shared “Future Classic.”
  • Centering on personalized expression and user co-creation, the summit will showcase diverse driving lifestyles and modification culture through flagship events including the User Modification Carnival.

WUHU, China, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chery Group’s iCAUR today announced that the 2026 iCAUR International User Summit will be held in Wuhu, China, from October 19 to 23. The event will gather delegates from nearly 100 countries worldwide, including user representatives, media outlets and industry partners. Attendees will gain first-hand insights into iCAUR’s latest advancements in brand building, product development and user co-creation, while participating in immersive exchanges and experience activities themed on automotive modification culture.

This year’s summit will debut the inaugural User Modification Carnival, a platform empowering global users to demonstrate their original creativity and share modification experiences. Additionally, iCAUR will unveil a global user co-creation framework, unlocking more co-creation opportunities for users to define the brand in their own ways.

Hosted in Wuhu last October, the inaugural iCAUR International User Summit welcomed more than 1,000 user representatives, media practitioners and industry partners from nearly 100 countries. At the event, iCAUR officially launched its brand philosophy “Classic Never Fades”, anchored by the core values of classic heritage, technological innovation and user co-creation. A series of immersive on-site activities, including the Modified Vehicle Display, the Smart Factory Tour, the Golden Range-Extender Off-Road Experience Camp and the Brand Sharing Sessions, gave attendees a comprehensive view of iCAUR’s products, manufacturing and user co-creation practices. More than 1,000 pieces of user feedback were collected at the summit, providing valuable input for iCAUR’s subsequent product optimization and user ecosystem development.

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Over the past year, iCAUR has established a market presence in more than 40 countries and regions, with the V23 and V27 launched in core markets such as the Middle East and Southeast Asia. As its global footprint continues to expand, this year’s summit will serve as another key offline communication bridge between iCAUR and its global user community. Through the User Modification Carnival and co-creation initiatives, iCAUR will further integrate user creativity and needs into its brand development strategy.

Building on its enduring brand philosophy and ongoing co-creation endeavours, iCAUR hopes to work with global users to shape “Future Classics” in more personalized ways. The event will also showcase the Mojia robot AiMOGA, an embodied-intelligence robot working to become a globally leading and trustworthy intelligent assistant. More details about the summit agenda, along with product, technology and user plans, will be unveiled in the coming weeks.

Serena Wang

Email: wangjieyun2@mychery.com

Website: iCAUR GLOBAL WEB

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/7e9230cd-bfa5-4c0b-a183-87497c8f028d

                                                                Charenton-le-Pont, 24th September 2026

H1 2026 earnings

H1 2026 earnings down amid a globally challenging market environment
Business resilience in France, particularly in the second quarter

  • EBITDA1 of €4.9m in H1 2026, down €0.9m from €5.9m in H1 2025
  • Gross margin ratio virtually unchanged versus H1 2026 and FY 2025
  • Net profit (Group share) of €2.1m in H1 2026, down €0.5m
  • Second half outlook: strengthening of Industrial Services and Agency Brands, acceleration in targeted innovations for International Strategic Brands and Flagship Regional Brands, sustained systematic approach to financial discipline.

Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits (the “Company”) (Euronext: MBWS) today announces its consolidated earnings for H1 2026 as approved by the Group’s Board of Directors on 23 September 2026. The audit procedures have been carried out.

Fahd Khadraoui, Chief Executive Officer of MBWS, said: “The results for the first half do not fully reflect the progress made by the Group amid a persistently challenging market and macroeconomic environment. In France, William Peel’s recovery in the Off-Trade sector has been slower than expected, given the complexity of this network. Compared with the first quarter of 2025, when the full impact of the product de-listings hadn’t yet kicked in, this effect continues to overshadow the benefits of successful new product launches from Marie Brizard and Sobieski brands. The second quarter upswing, expanded distribution since the end of June and seasonal sales patterns should allow us to leverage these gains more efficiently in the second half year.

On the international scene, the Group is pursuing its development plan, notably by upgrading the production facilities in Brazil with a view to setting up new Industrial Services operations there, and through the integration of Interbrands entity in Denmark. However, these promising developments are somewhat dampened by external factors that are weighing heavily on certain subsidiaries. These include the consequences of the Ukraine conflict for our Lithuanian export business and the challenges faced by certain customers in Eastern Europe, which are putting pressure on our Bulgarian subsidiary. Given the lack of visibility on when these impacts will subside, we will continue to rigorously manage costs and resources. Bolstered by its financial situation, the Group is maintaining a clear course and is resolutely pursuing its investments and development projects.”

Simplified income statement – H1 2026        

€m except EPS H1 2025   H1 2026 Change
2026 vs 2025
Net revenues (excluding excise duties) 86.6   84.0 -2.6
Gross margin 33.7   32.6 -1.1
Gross margin ratio 38.9%   38.8%  
EBITDA 5.9   4.9 -0.9
Underlying operating profit 3.0   1.8 -1.2
Net profit (Group share) 2.6   2.1 -0.5
Earnings per share 0.02   0.02  

First half 2026 revenues

First half 2026 revenues excluding excise duties came to €84.0m, down 4.4% versus H1 2025 at constant scope and exchange rates (down 3.0% as reported). This decline in sales reflects challenging macroeconomic trends, which are generally unfavourable for spirits markets.

The France Cluster posted H1 2026 revenues of €35.6m, up 1.2% versus H1 2025. The upturn in France was particularly pronounced in the second quarter of 2026 (up 6% to €18.6m), reflecting the gradual recovery in William Peel’s product listings and sales in the Off-Trade sector and structural improvements linked to the launch of new Marie Brizard and Sobieski products.

In the On-Trade channel, first half revenues rose 10.1% (up 16% for the second quarter), driven by Marie Brizard and the development of new Agency Brands.

Moreover, a new Industrial Services contract for cognac signed in late 2025 made a further contribution to growth amid a challenging global market.

The International Cluster posted H1 2026 revenues of €48.4m, down 8.3% (down 5.8% as reported) versus H1 2025. The decline slowed in the second quarter, with sales down 3.1% versus Q2 2025 to €26.7m (down 0.3% as reported).
This gradual improvement was driven by:

  • the return to full capacity for Industrial Services in Spain following the first quarter technical shutdowns;
  • more favourable order timing for Gautier in Martinique and Guadeloupe, partly offset by lower sales of Sobieski in the UK and William Peel in the Belux region;
  • a steady decline in consumption in Lithuania amid constantly rising excise duties, and an export market hard hit by falling sales in Ukraine due to the direct and indirect impacts of the conflict, which are disrupting the entire distribution logistics chain and infrastructure;
  • phased inventory rundown by our US importer, resulting in a temporary improvement compared to a very low comparison base in the first half of 2025, while Marie Brizard and Gautier posted brisk sales;
  • structural developments, including innovations in International Strategic Brands, strong momentum for Marie Brizard in the United States and the integration of a Danish distributor.

First half 2026 earnings

The gross margin ratio was 38.8% in H1 2026, virtually unchanged from 38.9% in H1 2025. The slight margin improvement in France offset the limited decline in the international segment.

First half 2026 EBITDA amounted to €4.9m, down €0.9m (at constant scope and exchange rates) versus H1 2025.

The France Cluster posted EBITDA of €3.7m, close to the H1 2025 figure. This stability is the outcome of the first quarter decline, partly offset by the gradual recovery in distribution for William Peel, and the second quarter upswing driven by improved distribution of William Peel and new product launches from Marie Brizard and Sobieski following the conclusion of commercial negotiations in early March.

The International Cluster posted EBITDA of €3.4m, down €1.2m. This change is mainly due to the decline in export sales from the Lithuanian subsidiary to the Ukrainian market, against a backdrop of conflict and the ensuing increasing disruption of the entire distribution supply chain and infrastructure, as stated above. The Bulgarian subsidiary’s Industrial Services business was also impacted by a sharp fall in orders from a customer in difficulty.

Holding company EBITDA improved by €0.4m, reflecting continued rigorous cost management.

H1 2026 EBITDA by Cluster

€m H1 2025 LFL change Currency & scope effects H1 2026 LFL change Reported change
France 3.7 (0.0) – 3.7 -0.9% -0.9%
International 4.7 (1.2) (0.0) 3.4 -26.0% -28.0%
Holding company (2.6) 0.4 – (2.1) +16.5% +16.5%
TOTAL MBWS GROUP 5.9 (0.8) (0.0) 4.9 -14.3% -15.9%

First half net profit, Group share amounted to €2.1m, down €0.5m versus H1 2025. This slight deterioration is due to the fall in underlying operating profit, which was partly offset by the recognition of deferred tax assets, while net financial income remained stable.

Balance sheet at 30 June 2026

Shareholders’ equity, Group share, was €223.8m at 30 June 2026, up from €221.5m at 31 December 2025. Gross borrowings remained stable at €6.7m, while gross cash and cash equivalents increased by €1.4m. Net cash amounted to €46.8m at 30 June 2026, compared with €45.3m at 31 December 2025.

Inventory and work in progress amounted to €54.4m as at 30 June 2026, up €1.6m from 31 December 2025. This increase, which is more pronounced compared with 30 June 2025 (up €2.5m), is due to the gradual recovery of the whisky William Peel in distribution in France during the first half of 2026, leading to a temporary swelling of inventories.

Outlook

The Group continues to create the conditions for a profitable and sustainable development of its business portfolio and for strengthening its presence in key markets, leveraging its subsidiaries, commercial networks and direct exports.

The Group remains fully committed to streamlining its operating model and pursuing rigorous cost control in order to maintain overall profitability. Meanwhile, efforts are being maintained to develop markets and product categories offering the most attractive growth prospects, both in France and internationally.

However, spirits markets continue to struggle against volatile macroeconomic and geopolitical headwinds, requiring considerable operational agility and commercial responsiveness. In particular, the Group remains exposed to the impacts of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, which are driving up the cost of inputs and transport (maritime and land logistics, energy, raw materials, etc.) and disrupting supply chains (longer lead times, delays in order collection, declining sales, etc.).

Against this backdrop, the Group expects the prevailing uncertainty and contrasting trends to continue for the rest of the year, characterised by:

  • ongoing positive momentum in France, mainly driven by the gradual recovery in William Peel distribution in the Off-Trade sector and the resulting claw-back of market share, Marie Brizard and Sobieski Strategic Brand innovations, portfolio expansion with new Agency Brands and new Industrial Services contracts;
  • internationally, an expected decline in Eastern Europe, impacted by external factors affecting certain subsidiaries, particularly the challenges faced by Group customers in Ukraine due to the conflict, as well as other customers in Central Europe. Performance will also be impacted by the transformations and transitions initiated this year in certain subsidiaries, including Brazil and Denmark, to pave the way for future growth.

To address this environment, the Group is building on tangible progress across all its strategic development priorities: targeted innovations for International Strategic Brands and Flagship Regional Brands, the expansion of the Agency Brands portfolio via new contracts in France, the integration of a distributor in Denmark and the development of new Industrial Services partnerships in France and Brazil. The Group is actively pursuing the identification of suitable and profitable growth opportunities, both organic and external, with a view to long-term development. The Group is thereby demonstrating its ability to gain market share on its mainstream brands by combining targeted initiatives, agile commercial execution and rigorous cost management.

Financial calendar

  • Publication of revenues for the first nine months of 2026: 29 October 2026
Investor and shareholder relations contact
MBWS Group
Emilie Drexler
relations.actionnaires@mbws.com
Tel.: +33 1 43 91 62 40
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About Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits

Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits is a wine and spirits group operating in Europe and the United States. Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits stands out for its expertise, a combination of brands with a long tradition and a resolutely innovative spirit. Since the birth of the Maison Marie Brizard in 1755, the Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits Group has developed its brands in a spirit of modernity while respecting their origins. Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits is committed to offering its customers bold and trusted brands full of flavour and experiences. The Group now has a rich portfolio of leading brands in their market segments, including William Peel, Sobieski, Marie Brizard, Cognac Gautier and San José.
Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits is listed on Compartment B of Euronext Paris (FR0000060873 – MBWS) and is part of the EnterNext© PEA-PME 150 index.

APPENDIX                        H1 2026 Consolidated Financial Statements                                  

Income statement

(€000) H1 2026 H1 2025
     
Revenues 106,135 106,444
Excise duties (22,140) (19,828)
Net revenues excluding excise duties 83,996 86,616
Cost of goods sold (51,364) (52,881)
External expenses (12,656) (11,579)
Personnel expense (15,292) (15,482)
Taxes and levies (869) (1,040)
Depreciation and amortisation charges (2,968) (2,987)
Other operating income 2,120 1,817
Other operating expenses (1,168) (1,470)
Underlying operating profit 1,799 2,995
Non-recurring operating income 286 1,251
Non-recurring operating expenses (778) (1,483)
Operating profit 1,307 2,763
Income from cash and cash equivalents 525 701
Gross cost of debt (280) (248)
Net cost of debt 245 453
Other financial income 565 350
Other financial expenses (301) (302)
Net financial income/(expense) 508 501
Profit before tax 1,816 3,264
Income tax 247 (638)
Net profit from continuing operations 2,063 2,626
Net profit from discontinued operations –  – 
     
NET PROFIT 2,063 2,626
Group share 2,119 2,618
of which Net profit from continuing operations 2,119 2,618
of which Net profit from discontinued operations – –
Non-controlling interests (56) 8
of which Net profit from continuing operations (56) 8
of which Net profit from discontinued operations – –
     
Earnings per share from continuing operations, Group share (€) €0.02 €0.02
Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations, Group share (€) €0.02 €0.02
Earnings per share, Group share (€) €0.02 €0.02
Diluted earnings per share, Group share (€) €0.02 €0.02
Weighted average number of shares outstanding 111,864,847 111,857,191
Diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding 111,864,847 111,857,191

Balance sheet

Assets      
(€000) 30/06/2026 31/12/2025  
Non-current assets      
Goodwill 14,704 14,704  
Intangible assets 74,638 74,614  
Property, plant and equipment 38,165 38,484  
Financial assets 967 943  
Deferred tax assets 3,808 3,220  
Total non-current assets 132,282 131,965  
Current assets      
Inventory and work-in-progress 54,369 52,760  
Trade receivables 36,862 36,668  
Tax receivables 20 532  
Other current assets 13,576 12,663  
Current derivatives 277 88  
Cash and cash equivalents 53,485 52,039  
Total current assets 158,588 154,750  
TOTAL ASSETS 290,869 286,715  
             
       
Equity & Liabilities      
(€000) 30/06/2026 31/12/2025  
Shareholders’ equity      
Share capital 156,786 156,786  
Additional paid-in capital 72,815 72,815  
Consolidated and other reserves 1,482 (7,680)  
Translation reserves (9,257) (9,550)  
Consolidated net profit 2,119 9,143  
Shareholders’ equity (Group share) 223,945 221,513  
Non-controlling interests 104 160  
Total shareholders’ equity 224,049 221,673  
Non-current liabilities      
Employee benefits 1,511 1,422  
Non-current provisions 3,090 3,893  
Long-term borrowings – due in > 1 year 1,820 2,208  
Other non-current liabilities 3,997 4,126  
Deferred tax liabilities 270 111  
Total non-current liabilities 10,688 11,760  
Current liabilities      
Current provisions 1,837 2,035  
Long-term borrowings – due in < 1 year 869 884  
Short-term borrowings 3,974 3,682  
Trade and other payables 29,980 25,159  
Tax liabilities 434 345  
Other current liabilities 19,002 21,170  
Current derivatives 36 6  
Total current liabilities 56,132 53,282  
TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 290,869 286,715  

Cash flow statement.

(€000) H1 2026 H1 2025
Total consolidated net profit 2,063 2,626
Depreciation and provisions 1,979 1,896
Gains/(losses) on disposals and dilution 70 134
Operating cash flow after net cost of debt and tax 4,112 4,656
Income tax charge/(income) (247) 638
Net cost of debt (243) (490)
Operating cash flow before net cost of debt and tax 3,621 4,804
Change in working capital 1 (inventories, trade receivables/payables) 2,409 (5,075)
Change in working capital 2 (other items) (2,065) 919
Tax (paid)/received (353) (548)
Cash flow from operating activities 3,612 100
Purchase of PP&E and intangible assets (2,581) (4,089)
Decrease (increase) in loans and advances granted (23) –
Disposal of PP&E and intangible assets 29 182
Impact of change in consolidation scope   –
Cash flow from investment activities (2,575) (3,907)
Capital increase – –
New borrowings 134 –
Borrowings repaid (533) (504)
Net interest (paid)/received 243 490
Net change in short-term debt 174 (100)
Cash flow from financing activities 18 (114)
Impact of exchange rate fluctuations 391 (1,414)
Change in cash and cash equivalents 1,446 (5,335)
Opening cash and cash equivalents 52,039 56,061
Closing cash and cash equivalents 53,485 50,726
Change in cash and cash equivalents 1,446 (5,335)


1 EBITDA = EBIT + depreciation & amortisation + provisions excl. current assets

NB: All revenue growth figures reported herein are at constant exchange rates and consolidation scope, unless otherwise stated. Financial data individually rounded up or down.

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