Author: Ravi Shankar

HONESDALE, Pa., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Norwood Financial Corp (Nasdaq Global Market-NWFL) and its subsidiary, Wayne Bank, will release its third quarter 2026 financial results before market opens on Tuesday, October 27^th, 2026. On the same day, the Company will host a webcast and conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss the financial results.

To participate in the live call, you may register using this link:
https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI3593882b8d6b43fb97ac77ccef629620 . Upon registering, dial-in info and a unique pin to join the call will be provided, as well as an email confirmation with details.

A slide presentation will simultaneously be available for download on the Investor Relations website at ir.wayne.bank. A replay of the event, as well as a transcript, can be accessed after the call at the above link.

About Norwood Financial Corp

Norwood Financial Corp, through its subsidiary, Wayne Bank operates 33 Community Offices serving Wayne, Pike, Monroe, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Chester, Cumberland, and Lancaster Counties in Pennsylvania, along with Delaware, Sullivan, Otsego, Ontario, and Yates Counties in New York. The Company has total assets of $2.9 billion. The Company’s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol “NWFL”. For more information, visit wayne.bank.

Contact:	John M. McCaffery
	Executive Vice President &
	Chief Financial Officer
	NORWOOD FINANCIAL CORP
	272-304-3003
	wayne.bank

 

Extraordinary General Meeting Scheduled for October 16, 2026

Shareholders of Record as of September 1, 2026 are Eligible to Vote at EGM

CLAYMONT, Del., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Archimedes Tech SPAC Partners II Co. (Nasdaq: ATII) (“Archimedes II” or “ATII”), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company, today announced that its registration statement on Form S-4 (the “Registration Statement”) in connection with its previously announced proposed business combination with Forge Nano, Inc. (“Forge Nano”), a technology company pioneering domestic battery and semiconductor innovations, was declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on September 22, 2026. The Registration Statement provides important information about Archimedes II, Forge Nano, the combined company and the business combination.

If the transaction is consummated, the combined company expects to be publicly listed on Nasdaq under the symbol “NANO” following the closing of the business combination. The combined company (“Pubco”) is expected to operate under the name “Forge Nano Holdings, Inc.”

Archimedes II also announced today that its Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (the “Meeting”) to consider and vote upon the business combination and related matters has been set for October 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Shareholders of record as of September 1, 2026 are eligible to attend and vote at the Meeting which will be accessible by visiting www.proxydocs.com/ATII.

The closing of the business combination is subject to approval by Archimedes II’s and Forge Nano’s shareholders, and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.

To register and receive access to the Meeting, registered shareholders and beneficial shareholders (those holding shares through a stock brokerage account or by a bank or other holder of record) will need to follow the instructions applicable to them provided in the final prospectus/proxy statement (File No. 333-295563 and 333-295563-01) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) by Archimedes II and Forge Nano.

About Archimedes Tech SPAC Partners II Co.

Archimedes II is a Cayman Islands exempted company led by Chairman Eric R. Ball and CEO Long Long and is comprised of technology investors, corporate-finance veterans, engineers, and SPAC specialists. Archimedes II was formed as a special-purpose acquisition company for the purpose of effecting a merger with one or more businesses in the technology industry. Archimedes II completed its $230 million IPO in February 2025, and its units, ordinary shares, and warrants currently trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbols “ATIIU,” “ATII,” and “ATIIW,” respectively. The team’s prior SPAC, Archimedes Tech SPAC Partners Co., successfully closed its merger with SoundHound AI, Inc. in April 2022. Learn more at www.archimedesspac2.com.
  
About Forge Nano Inc.

Forge Nano is a leading U.S.-based semiconductor equipment and advanced materials company pioneering Atomic Layer Deposition (“ALD”) technology for AI-era chip manufacturing and defense battery applications via its platform technology, Atomic Armor®. Atomic Armor® is a scalable, adaptable nano-scale coating system that strengthens America’s most critical systems — at the atomic level. The superior surface coatings produced by Forge Nano’s Atomic Armor® process allow partners to unlock peak performance. Learn more at www.forgenano.com.

Important Information and Where to Find It

In connection with the proposed business combination, ATII Holdings Inc. (“Pubco”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Archimedes II, and Forge Nano have filed documents with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including a registration statement on Form S-4 (the “Registration Statement”), which includes a proxy statement of Archimedes II and a prospectus of Pubco relating to the proposed business combination. Archimedes II intends to mail the Registration Statement to its shareholders in connection with the proposed business combination.

Before making any voting decision, investors and security holders are urged to read the Registration Statement and any other documents filed or to be filed with the SEC in connection with the proposed business combination or incorporated by reference in the Registration Statement because they contain important information about the proposed business combination. Any vote in respect of resolutions to be proposed at Archimedes II’s extraordinary general meeting to approve the proposed business combination or other responses in relation to the proposed transaction should be made only on the basis of the information contained in the Registration Statement.

Investors and security holders may obtain free copies of these documents, as they become available, and other related documents filed with the SEC at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov or by directing a request to Archimedes Tech SPAC Partners II Co., 2093 Philadelphia Pike #1968, Claymont, Delaware 19703.

Participants in the Solicitation

Archimedes II, Pubco, Forge Nano, and certain of their respective directors, executive officers, other members of management, and employees may, under SEC rules, be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Archimedes II shareholders in favor of the proposed business combination. Information about Archimedes II’s directors and officers is set forth in Archimedes II’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, which was filed with the SEC on March 4, 2026, and in Archimedes II’s other filings with the SEC. Additional information concerning the interests of participants in the solicitation, which may in some cases be different from those of Archimedes II shareholders generally, is included in the Registration Statement. These documents are available free of charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.
  
No Offer or Solicitation

This communication is for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute, or form part of, an offer, invitation, or solicitation of an offer or invitation 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 proposed business combination or otherwise, nor shall there be any sale, issuance or transfer of securities in any jurisdiction in contravention of applicable law. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

Forward-Looking Statements

This communication includes forward-looking information about, among other topics, the proposed business combination. All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included in this communication regarding the proposed business combination, Archimedes II’s, Pubco’s and Forge Nano’s ability to consummate the proposed business combination, the benefits of the proposed business combination and the combined company’s future financial performance, as well as the combined company’s strategy, future operations, estimated financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. When used in this communication, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on the current expectations and assumptions of Archimedes II’s, Pubco’s and Forge Nano’s management about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, Archimedes II, Pubco and Forge Nano disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this communication.

Archimedes II, Pubco and Forge Nano caution you that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of Archimedes II, Pubco or Forge Nano. Risks and uncertainties include, among other things: (i) risks related to the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could delay the business combination or give rise to the termination of the agreements related thereto; (ii) risks related to the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Archimedes II, Pubco or Forge Nano following announcement of the transactions; (iii) risks related to the inability to complete the proposed business combination due to the failure to obtain approval of the shareholders of Archimedes II, Pubco and Forge Nano, or other conditions to closing in the definitive agreement for the business combination; (iv) the risk that the proposed business combination disrupts Archimedes II’s, Pubco’s or Forge Nano’s current plans and operations as a result of the announcement of the transactions; (v) risks related to Forge Nano’s ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the proposed business combination, which may be affected by, among other things, competition and the ability of Forge Nano to grow and manage growth profitably following the proposed business combination; (vi) risks related to costs related to the proposed business combination; (vii) risks related to changes in applicable laws or regulations; (viii) risks related to Forge Nano’s ability to successfully develop and deploy new technologies to address the needs of its customers; (ix) risks related to the effects of competition on Forge Nano’s business, financial condition and results of operations; (x) risks related to the availability and cost of the raw materials necessary for the production of Forge Nano’s products; (xi) risks related to Forge Nano’s ability to meet the specifications and requirements of its customers or adequately provide them with effective support and services; (xii) risks related to delays in the construction and operation of production facilities; (xiii) risks related to intellectual property infringement, data protection, and other losses; (xiv) risks related to the amount of redemption requests made by Archimedes II’s public shareholders; (xv) risks related to Forge Nano’s ability to operate effectively as a public company, including its ability to implement controls and procedures required for public companies following the business combination; (xvi) risks related to changes in domestic and foreign business, market, financial, political and legal conditions; (xvii) risks related to the possibility that Archimedes II, Pubco or Forge Nano may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; and (xviii) other risks discussed in Archimedes II’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and that are presented in the Registration Statement. There may be additional risks that Archimedes II, Pubco or Forge Nano presently do not know or that Archimedes II, Pubco or Forge Nano currently believe are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described in this communication, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact the operations and projections discussed herein can be found in Archimedes II’s periodic filings with the SEC, including Archimedes II’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, and the Registration Statement. These SEC filings are available free of charge on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties that affect the businesses of Archimedes II, Pubco and Forge Nano described in the “Risk Factors” and “Forward-Looking Statements” sections of the Registration Statement and other documents filed or to be filed by any of them from time to time with the SEC, all of which are available at www.sec.gov. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Archimedes II, Pubco and Forge Nano assume no obligation to, and do not intend to, update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, unless required by law. None of Archimedes II, Pubco or Forge Nano gives any assurance that it will achieve its expectations.

Contacts:

Archimedes Tech SPAC Partners II Co.
Long Long
Chief Executive Officer
(725) 312-2430
long@archimedesspac2.com

Forge Nano, Inc.

Media Contact
Will McKenna
Brand Communications Director, Forge Nano
wmckenna@forgenano.com

Investor Relations Contact
Bryan Baritot
Alliance Advisors IR
forgenanoir@allianceadvisors.com

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dime Commercial Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: DCOM) (the “Company”) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share of Common Stock, payable on October 23, 2026 to common stockholders of record as of October 16, 2026. The Company continues its trend of uninterrupted dividends.

ABOUT DIME COMMERCIAL BANCSHARES, INC.

Dime Commercial Bancshares, Inc. is the holding company for Dime Commercial Bank, a New York State-charted trust company with approximately $15 billion in assets and the number one deposit market share on Greater Long Island ⁽¹⁾.

Investor Relations Contact:
Avinash Reddy
Senior Executive Vice President – Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer
Phone: 718-782-6200; Ext. 5909
Email: avinash.reddy@dime.com

¹ Aggregate deposit market share for Kings, Queens, Nassau & Suffolk counties for commercial banks with less than $20 billion in assets.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated.

Stockholder approval marks important milestone toward completion of transaction

MCLEAN, Va., and LONG BEACH, Calif., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM) (“Iridium” or the “Company”), a leading provider of global voice, data, aircraft surveillance, and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) satellite services, and Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab”), a global leader in launch and space systems, today announced that Iridium stockholders have adopted the previously announced Agreement and Plan of Merger under which Rocket Lab will acquire Iridium.

Based on the results of the special meeting of Iridium stockholders held today, approximately 99.6% of the votes cast were voted in favor of the transaction, representing approximately 81.0% of Iridium’s outstanding shares of common stock entitled to vote. Complete voting results will be reported in a Current Report on Form 8-K to be filed by Iridium with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

“We appreciate the strong support of our stockholders for this transaction and the bright future we are building with Rocket Lab,” said Matt Desch, CEO, Iridium. “Today’s vote is an important milestone toward bringing together two companies with complementary capabilities, a shared commitment to innovation, and deep experience supporting some of the world’s most critical missions. We look forward to completing the transaction and entering this exciting next chapter with Rocket Lab.”

“Today’s vote is an important milestone in bringing together Rocket Lab and Iridium to create a next generation space powerhouse,” said Sir Peter Beck, Rocket Lab Founder and CEO. “We’re grateful to have the strong support of Iridium’s shareholders in this important step, bringing us closer to combining Iridium’s trusted global network, spectrum and decades of operating experience with Rocket Lab’s extensive launch and space systems capabilities to unlock a new era of space applications. We’re excited about what we can build together for customers, governments and millions of people around the world once the transaction closes.”

Under the terms of the transaction, Iridium stockholders will receive $27.00 in cash and a number of shares of Rocket Lab common stock calculated pursuant to an exchange ratio, subject to a collar, for each share of Iridium common stock outstanding at closing. The transaction has a notional value of $54.00 per share of Iridium common stock.

The transaction is expected to be completed by mid-2027, subject to the remaining required regulatory approvals and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.

For more information about Iridium visit www.iridium.com

For more information about Rocket Lab visit www.rocketlabcorp.com

About Iridium Communications Inc.
Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM) operates the world’s only truly global mobile satellite network. It serves as a platform for innovation, enabling voice, data, and messaging, positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), and aircraft surveillance services anywhere on Earth. Through its satellite constellation and integrated capabilities like Aireon, the world’s only space-based air traffic surveillance system, Iridium delivers services that support safety-focused operations across aviation, maritime, government, industrial, and consumer markets. The company is a leader in satellite Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity and is advancing direct-to-device (D2D) communications based on open standards to expand access to satellite services.

Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Iridium innovates through an ecosystem of more than 500 technology and distribution partners, serving millions of customers worldwide. For more information visit www.iridium.com.

About Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab is a leading space company that provides launch services, spacecraft, payloads and satellite components serving commercial, government, and national security markets. Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket is the world’s most frequently launched orbital small rocket; its HASTE rocket provides hypersonic test launch capability for the U.S. government and allied nations; and its Neutron launch vehicle in development will unlock medium launch for constellation deployment, national security and exploration missions. Rocket Lab’s spacecraft and satellite components have enabled more than 1,700 missions spanning commercial, defense and national security missions including GPS, constellations, and exploration missions to the Moon, Mars, and Venus. Rocket Lab is a publicly listed company on the Nasdaq stock exchange (RKLB). Learn more at www.rocketlabcorp.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements are based on Rocket Lab’s and Iridium’s current expectations, estimates and projections about the proposed transaction and the potential benefits thereof, their respective businesses and industries, management’s beliefs and certain assumptions made by Rocket Lab and Iridium, all of which are subject to change. In this context, forward-looking statements often address expected future events, including future business and financial performance and financial condition. All forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, and are not guarantees of future results, such as statements about the consummation of the proposed transaction and the anticipated benefits thereof, expectations regarding regulatory approvals, and intentions with respect to financing the transaction. These and other forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such statements and, therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any such statements and caution must be exercised in relying on forward-looking statements. Important risk factors that may cause such a difference include, but are not limited to: (i) the completion of the proposed transaction on anticipated terms and timing, or at all, including obtaining regulatory approvals and satisfying other conditions to the completion of the transaction; (ii) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement; (iii) failure to realize the anticipated benefits of the proposed transaction on a timely basis or at all, including anticipated tax treatment, unforeseen liabilities, future capital expenditures, revenues, expenses, earnings, the integration of the businesses of Rocket Lab and Iridium, synergies, economic performance, indebtedness, financial condition, losses, future prospects, business and management strategies for the management, expansion and growth of Rocket Lab’s and Iridium’s businesses; (iv) Rocket Lab’s and Iridium’s ability to implement their business strategies; (v) potential litigation relating to the proposed transaction that could be instituted against Rocket Lab, Iridium or their respective directors, managers, or officers, including the effects of any outcomes related thereto; (vi) the risk that disruptions from the proposed transaction will harm Rocket Lab’s or Iridium’s businesses, including current plans and operations, or will otherwise divert management time from ongoing business operations on transaction-related issues; (vii) the ability of Rocket Lab or Iridium to retain and hire key personnel; (viii) potential adverse reactions or changes to business relationships resulting from the announcement or completion of the proposed transaction; (ix) fluctuations in, and uncertainty as to the long-term value of, Rocket Lab or Iridium common stock (including as relating to the risk that any announcements related to the proposed transaction could have adverse effects on the market price of such stock); (x) legislative, regulatory and economic developments affecting Rocket Lab’s and Iridium’s businesses, including actions by government agencies and third parties; (xi) general economic and market developments and conditions, potential changes to international trade relations, geopolitical conflicts and effects from global pandemics, epidemics, or other public health crises; (xii) the evolving legal, regulatory and tax regimes under which Rocket Lab and Iridium operate; (xiii) restrictions during the pendency of the proposed transaction that may impact Rocket Lab’s or Iridium’s ability to pursue certain business opportunities or strategic transactions; (xiv) unexpected costs, charges or expenses resulting from the proposed transaction; (xv) risks that any debt or other financing anticipated in connection with the proposed transaction is not obtained or that such financing cannot be obtained on the anticipated timing or terms or unexpected costs or expenses in connection therewith; and (xvi) the other risks and uncertainties, as described in the periodic reports that Rocket Lab and Iridium file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). These risks, as well as other risks associated with the proposed transaction, are more fully discussed in the definitive proxy statement/final prospectus filed with the SEC on August 26, 2026 in connection with the proposed transaction. Neither Rocket Lab nor Iridium assumes any obligation to publicly provide revisions or updates to any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by securities and other applicable laws. Forward-looking statements included in this communication are made as of the date of this communication.

Contacts

Iridium Media Jordan Hassin Media@iridium.com +1 (703) 287-7421	Rocket Lab Media Morgan Connaughton Media@rocketlabusa.com
Investor Relations Kenneth Levy Ken.Levy@iridium.com +1 (703) 287-7570	Investor Relations Patrick Vorenkamp Investors@rocketlabusa.com

ST. LOUIS, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) today reported selected operating results for August 31, 2026, to provide timely information to investors on certain key performance metrics. Due to the limited nature of this data, a consistent correlation to earnings should not be assumed.

Ronald J. Kruszewski, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Total client assets and fee-based client assets reached record highs, increasing 12% and 17% year over year, excluding SIA, supported by strong recruiting and market appreciation. Treasury deposits continued to grow, increasing 7% month over month, underscoring the strength of our diversified funding mix and more than offsetting declines in client money market and insured product balances. For the third quarter, we anticipate that firm-wide net revenue will be essentially flat with the third quarter of 2025 as strong growth in our Global Wealth Management segment will offset a roughly 15% decline in our Institutional Group, which primarily reflects lower transactional revenue and a modest decline in investment banking revenue. That said, we remain encouraged by the robust pipelines across our Institutional Group and continue to expect strong segment results in the second half of the year.”

Selected Operating Data (Unaudited)
	As of							% Change
(millions)	8/31/2026		8/31/2025 (1)		7/31/2026			8/31/2025		7/31/2026
Total client assets	$587,622		$532,742		$578,402			10%		2%
Fee-based client assets	$244,377		$213,635		$239,844			14%		2%
Private Client Group fee-based client assets	$214,193		$186,679		$209,901			15%		2%
Bank loans, net (includes loans held for sale)	$25,637		$21,646		$25,624			18%		0%
Client money market and insured product (2)	$23,443		$25,436		$24,062			(8%)		(3%)
Treasury deposits (3)	$12,344		$7,647		$11,501			61%		7%

(1)   Total client assets and Private Client Group fee-based client assets as of August 31, 2025, include $9.9 billion and $4.7 billion, respectively, of client assets from the Stifel Independent Advisors business that was sold on February 2, 2026.
(2)   Includes Smart Rate deposits, Sweep deposits, Third-party Bank Sweep Program, and Other Sweep cash.
(3)   Includes Other Bank deposits and Third-party Commercial Treasury deposits, which represent Venture, Fund, and Commercial deposits at Stifel Bancorp and third-party banks.

Company Information

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) is a diversified financial services firm providing wealth management, commercial and investment banking, trading, and research services to individuals, institutions, and municipalities. Founded in 1890 and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, the firm operates more than 400 offices across the United States and in major global financial centers. As a firm where success meets success, Stifel works closely with retail and institutional clients aiming to transform opportunities into achievement. To learn more about Stifel, please visit the Company’s website at www.stifel.com. For global disclosures, please visit www.stifel.com/investor-relations/press-releases.

Media Contact: Neil Shapiro (212) 271-3447 | Investor Contact: Joel Jeffrey (212) 271- 3610 | www.stifel.com/investor-relations

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AIFU Inc. (Nasdaq: AIFU) (the “Company” or “AIFU”), a leading AI-driven independent financial services platform in China, today announced that it has entered into a definitive share purchase agreement (the “Agreement”) with certain investors, pursuant to which the investors have agreed to subscribe for, and the Company has agreed to issue and sell to the investors, (i) an aggregate of 45,000,000 Class A ordinary shares, par value US$0.002 per share, of the Company, at a price of $3.0 per share (the “Per Share Purchase Price”) (the “Share Issuance”), and (ii) a warrant to purchase up to 90,000,000 additional Class A ordinary shares of the Company. 50% of the warrant will be exercisable at 200% of the Per Share Purchase Price, with the remaining 50% exercisable at 250%. The transaction is expected to generate approximately $135.0 million in gross proceeds from the Share Issuance.

Upon closing of the Share Issuance, the Company will have a total of 61,175,748 ordinary shares outstanding, consisting of 50,925,748 Class A ordinary shares and 10,250,000 Class B ordinary shares. Assuming no exercise of the warrant, the largest investor in this transaction is expected to hold approximately 56.12% of the Company’s total outstanding shares, representing 3.19% of the aggregate voting power of the Company.

The Share Issuance is expected to close by the end of October 2026, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The Company intends to use the net proceeds to support the execution of its business plans as determined by its board of directors, for general working capital, and for other general corporate purposes.

The Class A ordinary shares are being issued and sold in a private placement pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), which have not been registered under the Securities Act or applicable state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an effective registration statement or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements. 

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About AIFU Inc.

Founded in 1998, AIFU Inc. (Nasdaq: AIFU) is a leading AI-driven independent financial services platform in China. Through strategic partnerships and deep integration across the value chain, AIFU has created a comprehensive ecosystem that connects various financial institutions, service providers, agents, and independent insurance intermediaries. 

Building on this ecosystem, the company delivers comprehensive support and tailored solutions for individual agents and insurance intermediary organizations. By harnessing the power of AI, the Company enables precise matching of customer needs, enhances business development efficiency, and offers personalized, full-lifecycle insurance protection and value-added services. 

Furthermore, through its proprietary AI, big data analytics, and robotic automation platforms, the Company offers a full spectrum of services including automated underwriting, claims processing, risk management, intelligent customer engagement, smart marketing and client education, as well as compliance and security solutions. These advanced capabilities substantially improve intermediaries’ operational efficiency, empower partners to expand market presence, and enable more seamless personalized experiences for end customers.

Forward-looking Statements

This press release contains statements of a forward-looking nature. These statements, including the statements relating to the Company’s future financial and operating results, are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these forward-looking statements by terminology such as “will”, “expects”, “believes”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “estimates” and similar statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about AIFU Inc. and the industry. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those relating to its ability to attract and retain productive agents, especially entrepreneurial agents, its ability to maintain existing and develop new business relationships with insurance companies, its ability to execute its growth strategy, its ability to adapt to the evolving regulatory environment in the Chinese insurance industry, its ability to compete effectively against its competitors, quarterly variations in its operating results caused by factors beyond its control including macroeconomic conditions in China. Except as otherwise indicated, all information provided in this press release speaks as of the date hereof, and AIFU Inc. undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although AIFU Inc. believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that its expectations will turn out to be correct, and investors are cautioned that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. Further information regarding risks and uncertainties faced by AIFU Inc. is included in AIFU Inc.’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F.

CONTACT: For more information, please contact:

AIFU Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: ir@aifugroup.com

VERO BEACH, Florida, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc. (NYSE: ARR and ARR-PRC) (“ARMOUR” or the “Company”) today announced guidance on the October 2026 cash dividend for the Company’s Common Stock of $0.24 per Common share.

October 2026 Common Stock Dividend Information

Month		Dividend			Holder of Record Date		Payment Date
October 2026		$0.24			October 15, 2026		October 29, 2026

Certain Tax Matters
ARMOUR has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) for U.S. Federal income tax purposes. In order to maintain this tax status, ARMOUR is required to timely distribute substantially all of its ordinary REIT taxable income. Dividends paid in excess of current tax earnings and profits for the year will generally not be taxable to common stockholders. Actual dividends are determined at the discretion of the Company’s board of directors, which may consider additional factors including the Company’s results of operations, cash flows, financial condition and capital requirements as well as current market conditions, expected opportunities and other relevant factors.

About ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc.

ARMOUR invests primarily in fixed rate residential, adjustable rate and hybrid adjustable rate residential mortgage-backed securities issued or guaranteed by U.S. Government-sponsored enterprises or guaranteed by the Government National Mortgage Association. ARMOUR is externally managed and advised by ARMOUR Capital Management LP, an investment advisor registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).

Safe Harbor

This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ from expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Words such as “expect,” “estimate,” “project,” “budget,” “forecast,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “may,” “will,” “could,” “should,” “believes,” “predicts,” “potential,” “continue,” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results. The Company disclaims any obligation to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

Investors, security holders and other interested persons may find additional information regarding the Company at the SEC’s internet site at www.sec.gov, or the Company website at www.armourreit.com, or by directing requests to: ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc., 3001 Ocean Drive, Suite 201, Vero Beach, Florida 32963, Attention: Investor Relations.

Investor Contact:        

Gordon Harper
Chief Financial Officer
ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc.
(772) 617-4340

VERO BEACH, Florida, Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc. (NYSE: ARR and ARR-PRC) (“ARMOUR” or the “Company”) today announced guidance on the October 2026 cash dividend for the Company’s Common Stock of $0.24 per Common share.

October 2026 Common Stock Dividend Information

Month		Dividend			Holder of Record Date		Payment Date
October 2026		$0.24			October 15, 2026		October 29, 2026

Certain Tax Matters
ARMOUR has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) for U.S. Federal income tax purposes. In order to maintain this tax status, ARMOUR is required to timely distribute substantially all of its ordinary REIT taxable income. Dividends paid in excess of current tax earnings and profits for the year will generally not be taxable to common stockholders. Actual dividends are determined at the discretion of the Company’s board of directors, which may consider additional factors including the Company’s results of operations, cash flows, financial condition and capital requirements as well as current market conditions, expected opportunities and other relevant factors.

About ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc.

ARMOUR invests primarily in fixed rate residential, adjustable rate and hybrid adjustable rate residential mortgage-backed securities issued or guaranteed by U.S. Government-sponsored enterprises or guaranteed by the Government National Mortgage Association. ARMOUR is externally managed and advised by ARMOUR Capital Management LP, an investment advisor registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).

Safe Harbor

This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ from expectations, estimates and projections and, consequently, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Words such as “expect,” “estimate,” “project,” “budget,” “forecast,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “may,” “will,” “could,” “should,” “believes,” “predicts,” “potential,” “continue,” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from the expected results. The Company disclaims any obligation to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based, except as required by law.

Additional Information and Where to Find It

Investors, security holders and other interested persons may find additional information regarding the Company at the SEC’s internet site at www.sec.gov, or the Company website at www.armourreit.com, or by directing requests to: ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc., 3001 Ocean Drive, Suite 201, Vero Beach, Florida 32963, Attention: Investor Relations.

Investor Contact:        

Gordon Harper
Chief Financial Officer
ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc.
(772) 617-4340

NOVI, Mich., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ: LINE) (“Lineage” or the “Company”), the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, today announced the appointment of Paul Beiboer to its Board of Directors (“Board”). Beiboer’s appointment to the Board is effective September 23, 2026, and he will also serve as a member of the Board’s Talent and Compensation Committee.

Beiboer brings to the Board more than three decades of global leadership experience across the financial services, food and agriculture sectors, as well as experience leading significant business transformation initiatives. His past roles include a more than 30-year tenure at Rabobank, where he served as Chief Executive Officer of its North American operations, and, prior to that, CEO of its European operations (outside of the Netherlands). He currently holds several board and advisory positions, bringing additional expertise in growth, governance and navigating complex global markets.

Beiboer’s appointment follows the transition of James Wyper off the Board. Luke Taylor, a current member of the Board, will continue to represent Stonepeak Aspen Holdings LLC on the Board following Wyper’s transition.

“On behalf of the Board and Lineage’s executive leadership team, I am pleased to welcome Paul to the Board and look forward to the valuable perspectives his global leadership and deep understanding of our industry will bring as we continue to advance Lineage’s long-term strategy,” said Greg Lehmkuhl, President and CEO of Lineage. “We also extend our sincere thanks to James for his service and many contributions to Lineage.”

About Lineage
Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ: LINE) is the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT with a network of 498 strategically located facilities totaling approximately 88 million square feet and approximately 3.1 billion cubic feet of capacity across countries in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, as of June 30, 2026. Coupling end-to-end supply chain solutions and technology, Lineage partners with some of the world’s largest food and beverage producers, retailers, and distributors to help increase distribution efficiency, advance sustainability, minimize supply chain waste, and, most importantly, feed the world. Learn more at onelineage.com and join us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X.

Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements contained in this press release may be considered 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. Lineage intends for all such forward-looking statements to be covered by the applicable safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements can generally be identified by Lineage’s use of forward-looking terminology such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “continue,” “seek,” “objective,” “goal,” “strategy,” “plan,” “focus,” “priority,” “should,” “could,” “potential,” “possible,” “look forward,” “optimistic,” or other similar words. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including known and unknown risks, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated. Therefore, such statements are not intended to be a guarantee of Lineage’s performance in future periods. Except as required by law, Lineage does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this release.

Investor Relations Contact
Ki Bin Kim
VP, Investor Relations
ir@onelineage.com

Media Contact
Megan Klein
VP, Global Marketing & Communications
pr@onelineage.com

Source: Lineage, Inc.

NOVI, Mich., Sept. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ: LINE) (“Lineage” or the “Company”), the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, today announced the appointment of Paul Beiboer to its Board of Directors (“Board”). Beiboer’s appointment to the Board is effective September 23, 2026, and he will also serve as a member of the Board’s Talent and Compensation Committee.

Beiboer brings to the Board more than three decades of global leadership experience across the financial services, food and agriculture sectors, as well as experience leading significant business transformation initiatives. His past roles include a more than 30-year tenure at Rabobank, where he served as Chief Executive Officer of its North American operations, and, prior to that, CEO of its European operations (outside of the Netherlands). He currently holds several board and advisory positions, bringing additional expertise in growth, governance and navigating complex global markets.

Beiboer’s appointment follows the transition of James Wyper off the Board. Luke Taylor, a current member of the Board, will continue to represent Stonepeak Aspen Holdings LLC on the Board following Wyper’s transition.

“On behalf of the Board and Lineage’s executive leadership team, I am pleased to welcome Paul to the Board and look forward to the valuable perspectives his global leadership and deep understanding of our industry will bring as we continue to advance Lineage’s long-term strategy,” said Greg Lehmkuhl, President and CEO of Lineage. “We also extend our sincere thanks to James for his service and many contributions to Lineage.”

About Lineage
Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ: LINE) is the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT with a network of 498 strategically located facilities totaling approximately 88 million square feet and approximately 3.1 billion cubic feet of capacity across countries in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, as of June 30, 2026. Coupling end-to-end supply chain solutions and technology, Lineage partners with some of the world’s largest food and beverage producers, retailers, and distributors to help increase distribution efficiency, advance sustainability, minimize supply chain waste, and, most importantly, feed the world. Learn more at onelineage.com and join us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X.

Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements contained in this press release may be considered 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. Lineage intends for all such forward-looking statements to be covered by the applicable safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements can generally be identified by Lineage’s use of forward-looking terminology such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “intend,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “continue,” “seek,” “objective,” “goal,” “strategy,” “plan,” “focus,” “priority,” “should,” “could,” “potential,” “possible,” “look forward,” “optimistic,” or other similar words. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including known and unknown risks, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated. Therefore, such statements are not intended to be a guarantee of Lineage’s performance in future periods. Except as required by law, Lineage does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this release.

Investor Relations Contact
Ki Bin Kim
VP, Investor Relations
ir@onelineage.com

Media Contact
Megan Klein
VP, Global Marketing & Communications
pr@onelineage.com

Source: Lineage, Inc.