Cloud infrastructure startup Render has secured $100 million in new funding at a $1.5 billion valuation, underscoring how the artificial intelligence boom is reshaping the competitive landscape of cloud computing. As developers increasingly rely on AI tools to generate code and launch applications, platforms that simplify deployment and infrastructure management are seeing surging demand.
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, Render offers developers an easy way to deploy web apps, databases and background services without the operational complexity traditionally associated with major cloud providers. The company now counts more than 4.5 million developers on its platform and is growing revenue at well over 100% annually, according to CEO and co-founder Anurag Goel.
The broader cloud market has long been dominated by giants like Amazon, Microsoft and Alphabet. But the rise of generative AI, sparked by the 2022 debut of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, has shifted how software is built and deployed. Developers are now asking AI systems to write applications for them, dramatically lowering the barrier to creating new products. That shift is driving demand for infrastructure platforms that can instantly host and scale those AI-built applications.
Render operates on top of established cloud services such as Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud Platform, but it has also begun testing its own server infrastructure. Moving some workloads in-house could reduce long-term costs and give the company greater control over performance and pricing. However, owning hardware introduces new operational risks, including the need to carefully manage capacity to avoid shortages or downtime.
Investors backing Render include 01A, Addition, Bessemer Venture Partners, General Catalyst and Georgian Partners. The new capital will primarily fund hiring, particularly engineers focused on expanding platform capabilities and reliability.
Render’s growth also reflects changes among legacy platform providers. Salesforce recently indicated it would scale back new feature development for Heroku, once a pioneer in the platform-as-a-service category. That decision has left many developers searching for modern alternatives, and Render is positioning itself as a natural successor.
The company has attracted customers ranging from startups to established brands. AI-powered app builder Base44 uses Render for deployment, and its founder has invested in the company after experiencing the product firsthand. Other customers include e-commerce platforms, media companies and emerging AI startups seeking simplified infrastructure.
Notably, OpenAI’s Codex coding application allows users to deploy apps directly to Render, alongside options such as Cloudflare, Netlify and Vercel. As AI-generated software becomes more common, being integrated into these development workflows provides a powerful distribution channel.
Render’s rise highlights a broader trend: as AI makes software creation easier, infrastructure simplicity becomes a competitive advantage. In a market historically defined by scale and complexity, the winners of the AI era may be those that remove friction rather than add features.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) (the “Company”) today announced that it will release the results of its operations for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 after the market close on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Michael Benstock, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Mike Koempel, President and Chief Financial Officer, will host a teleconference at 5:00 pm Eastern Time that day to discuss the Company’s results.
The live webcast and archived replay can be accessed in the investor relations section of the Company’s website at https://ir.superiorgroupofcompanies.com/presentations. Interested individuals may also join the teleconference by dialing 1-844-861-5505 for U.S. dialers and 1-412-317-6586 for international dialers. The Canadian toll-free number is 1-866-605-3852. Please ask to join to the Superior Group of Companies call.
A telephone replay of the teleconference will be available through March 17, 2026. To access the replay, dial 1-855-669-9658 in the United States and Canada or 1-412-317-0088 from international locations. Please reference conference number 6514610 for replay access.
About Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC): Established in 1920, Superior Group of Companies is comprised of three attractive business segments each serving large, fragmented and growing addressable markets. Across Healthcare Apparel, Branded Products and Contact Centers, each segment enables businesses to create extraordinary brand engagement experiences for their customers and employees. SGC’s commitment to service, quality, advanced technology, and omnichannel commerce provides unparalleled competitive advantages. We are committed to enhancing shareholder value by continuing to pursue a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions. For more information, visit www.superiorgroupofcompanies.com.
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nutriband Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRB) (NASDAQ: NTRBW) today announced that it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Costa Rica Based Innomedica for AVERSA Fentanyl upon approval and all sports tape products manufactured at its Pocono Pharmaceutical / Active Intell subsidiary. Innomedica will also be overseeing and financing all regulatory approvals for the above mentioned products as they ramp up for launch.
About AVERSA™ Abuse-Deterrent Transdermal Technology
Nutriband’s AVERSA™ abuse-deterrent transdermal technology incorporates aversive agents into transdermal patches to prevent the abuse, diversion, misuse, and accidental exposure of drugs with abuse potential. The AVERSA™ abuse-deterrent technology has the potential to improve the safety profile of transdermal drugs susceptible to abuse, including opioids and stimulant drugs, while making sure that these drugs remain accessible to those patients who really need them. The technology is covered by a broad intellectual property portfolio with patents granted in the United States, Europe, Japan, Korea, Russia, China, Canada, Mexico, and Australia.
About Nutriband Inc.
We are primarily engaged in the development of a portfolio of transdermal pharmaceutical products. Our lead product under development is an abuse-deterrent fentanyl patch incorporating our AVERSA™ abuse-deterrent technology. AVERSA™ technology can be incorporated into any transdermal patch to prevent the abuse, misuse, diversion, and accidental exposure of drugs with abuse potential.
The Company’s website is www.nutriband.com. Any material contained in or derived from.
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Company Highlights GEO-MVA Manufacturing Readiness and Clear Clinical Pathway to Support Global Supply Diversification
ATLANTA, GA – February 17, 2026 – GeoVax Labs, Inc. (Nasdaq: GOVX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing vaccines and immunotherapies for infectious diseases and cancer, today issued a statement endorsing the urgent call to action articulated by Rosamund Lewis, MD (WHO Head, Poxviruses Programme) and colleagues in their recently published PLOS Medicine article, “The mpox epidemic is not over: Reducing disproportionate burden in Africa and persistent global risk require a sustained response.” (https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article/file?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.1004893&type=printable)
The article underscores that, despite declining attention in some regions, mpox transmission, morbidity, and mortality continue, particularly across Africa, driven by evolving viral clades, constrained vaccine supply, and persistent inequities in access to countermeasures. Dr. Lewis reinforced these concerns in a recent public call to action, emphasizing that sustained political will, financing, and expanded vaccine availability remain essential to controlling mpox as a global health threat.
“GeoVax strongly endorses Dr. Lewis’s message that the mpox epidemic is not over and that complacency would be a costly mistake,” said David Dodd, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GeoVax. “The data are clear: mpox continues to circulate, evolve, and disproportionately impact vulnerable populations. A durable response requires sustained investment, diversified vaccine supply, and readiness that extends beyond reactive surge manufacturing.”
GEO-MVA: Advancing Toward an Expanded Global MVA Vaccine Supply
GeoVax’s GEO-MVA, a Modified Vaccinia Ankara (MVA)-based vaccine for the prevention of mpox and smallpox, is being developed specifically to help address the structural vulnerabilities highlighted in the PLOS Medicine analysis – most notably the world’s continued dependence on a single manufacturer for licensed MVA vaccine supply.
Key GEO-MVA program milestones include:
Completion of GEO-MVA clinical material, positioning the program for late-stage clinical execution and supply readiness
Planned initiation of a pivotal Phase 3 immunobridging study in Q4 2026, aligned with formal Scientific Advice from the European Medicines Agency supporting an expedited registration pathway
Anticipated availability of immunobridging results in Q2 2027, supporting potential regulatory submissions and procurement discussions
“With a clearly defined regulatory pathway ahead, GEO-MVA is transitioning from preparedness planning to execution,” Dodd added. “This program is designed not only to meet regulatory requirements, but to support long-term global readiness by expanding MVA vaccine capacity in a market that remains chronically supply-constrained.”
Sustained Preparedness Requires Sustained Supply
The PLOS Medicine authors emphasize that mpox will continue to pose a global risk due to ongoing zoonotic spillover, viral evolution, and efficient transmission networks, particularly in settings where health systems are under-resourced. GeoVax believes these realities reinforce the need for redundant, geographically diversified MVA manufacturing capacity – a principle that underpins the GEO-MVA program.
“As the mpox response evolves from emergency reaction to long-term control, vaccine supply resilience becomes a cornerstone of preparedness,” said Dodd. “GeoVax is committed to supporting that objective by advancing GEO-MVA as an additional MVA vaccine option for public-health and biodefense stakeholders worldwide.”
About GeoVax
GeoVax Labs, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing novel vaccines against infectious diseases and therapies for solid tumor cancers. The Company’s lead clinical program is GEO-CM04S1, a next-generation COVID-19 vaccine currently in three Phase 2 clinical trials, being evaluated as (1) a primary vaccine for immunocompromised patients such as those suffering from hematologic cancers and other patient populations for whom the current authorized COVID-19 vaccines are insufficient, (2) a booster vaccine in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and (3) a more robust, durable COVID-19 booster among healthy patients who previously received the mRNA vaccines. In oncology the lead clinical program is evaluating a novel oncolytic solid tumor gene-directed therapy, Gedeptin®, having recently completed a multicenter Phase 1/2 clinical trial for advanced head and neck cancers. GeoVax is also developing a vaccine targeting mpox and smallpox and, based on recent EMA regulatory guidance, anticipates progressing directly to a Phase 3 clinical evaluation, omitting Phase 1 and Phase 2 trials. GeoVax has a strong IP portfolio in support of its technologies and product candidates, holding worldwide rights for its technologies and products. For more information about the current status of our clinical trials and other updates, visit our website: www.geovax.com.
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sports Entertainment Gaming Global Corporation (NASDAQ: SEGG, LTRYW) (the “Company” or “SEGG Media”) today announces the successful completion of its previously disclosed acquisition of a controlling interest in Veloce Media Group (“Veloce”), a leading global sports, gaming, and digital media platform.
The acquisition, which values Veloce at approximately $61 million (£45 million), was completed through a blend of cash consideration and SEGG Media equity. The transaction is projected to contribute more than $20 million in additional annual revenue which SEGG Media will begin recognizing and report in the first quarter of this year.
This acquisition marks a significant inflection point in SEGG Media’s strategic transformation into a scaled, revenue-generating global sports, entertainment, and gaming group. Completing on the acquisition of Veloce today demonstrates the current management’s commitment to its shareholders and the wider investor public that the Company is performing on the growth strategy it recently disclosed.
Under the terms of the deal, consideration for the acquisition is a combination of cash and SEGG Media shares priced at $10 per share, highlights the shared belief by SEGG Media’s Board and Veloce’s selling shareholders that SEGG Media’s current share price is grossly undervalued. The structure of the transaction aligns all stakeholders around value creation and sustainable value creation.
Revenue Scale and Valuation Context
Based on reportable incremental revenue of more than $20 million annually from Veloce alone, SEGG Media’s pro forma revenue profile meaningfully grows. Recent market capitalization levels are far below the implied revenue multiple, which should be considered along with the value of the Company’s four domain names and other assets.
Management believes the transaction substantially improves the Company’s revenue-to-market-cap ratio, positioning SEGG Media more comparably with scaled digital media and sports entertainment platforms that trade at materially higher revenue multiples. As Veloce’s operating results are consolidated and reflected in reported financials, the Company will leverage improved scale and operating metrics to provide investors with a clearer framework for valuation assessment.
Daniel Bailey, CEO of Veloce Media Group:“I am delighted to work closely with the wider leadership team to help deliver the next phase of growth. Joining SEGG Media at this pivotal moment is an exciting step for Veloce and our global community. Together, we are building a scaled, future-focused platform with significant opportunity to accelerate growth and deliver long-term value.”
Robert Stubblefield, CFO and Interim CEO and President of SEGG Media: “Closing the Veloce acquisition on schedule is a paradigm shift for SEGG Media. This acquisition strengthens our top line revenue, expands our global footprint, and enhances our ability to drive measurable financial performance for shareholders.”
Strategic Implications for Shareholders
Veloce’s combined platform immediately positions SEGG Media with:
Immediate revenue scale and diversification
Consolidation of operating results from a global digital media asset
Expanded international audience reach
Cross-platform monetization opportunities across Sports.com, Concerts.com, and related assets
A Strengthened balance sheet with increases to assets and equity, and enhanced liquidity.
Management’s immediate focus is on integration execution, maintaining operational discipline, and leveraging revenue scale for continued strong financial performance.
Further updates on integration milestones and strategic operating priorities will be provided in the coming weeks as integration milestones are achieved.
About SEGG Media Corporation SEGG Media (Nasdaq: SEGG, LTRYW) is a global sports, entertainment and gaming group operating a portfolio of digital assets including Sports.com, Concerts.com and Lottery.com. Focused on immersive fan engagement, ethical gaming and AI-driven live experiences, SEGG Media is redefining how global audiences interact with the content they love.
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Declares $0.20 Per Share Dividend and Expands Prompt Newbuilding Program Totaling $226m
Highlights and Developments:
Fifth consecutive year of profitability, delivering adjusted EPS of $1.28, underscoring the resilience and earnings power of Seanergy’s pure-play Capesize strategy across cycles
Declared a Q4 cash dividend of $0.20 per share and total cash dividends for 2025 of $0.43 per share
The Q4 dividend marks the Company’s 17th consecutive quarterly dividend bringing cumulative distributions to $2.64 per share, or approximately $51.2 million
Expanded the prompt newbuilding program to three eco vessels totaling $226million, securing attractive early delivery positions and enhancing future earnings capacity:
Two scrubber-fitted 181,000 dwt Capesize bulkers with expected deliveries in Q2 and Q3 2027
One scrubber-fitted 211,000 dwt Newcastlemax bulker with expected delivery in Q2 2028
Advanced fleet renewal through the sale of the 2010-built M/V Dukeship at a highly attractive valuation, via an 18-month bareboat charter with purchase obligation, generating positive cash flows and releasing significant liquidity
Completed $123.0 million of refinancings at improved terms, generating $51.9 million of incremental liquidity in Q4 and this year to date
Q1 TCE guidance of $25,2732, representing a 14% premium to the average AV5 Baltic Capesize Index year-to-date
____________________________ 1 Adjusted earnings per share, Adjusted Net Income, EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP measures. Please see the reconciliation below of Adjusted earnings per share, Adjusted Net Income, EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA to net income, the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measure.
ATHENS, Greece, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. (“Seanergy” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SHIP), a leading pure-play Capesize shipping company, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and twelve months ended December 31, 2025, and announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per common share. This represents Seanergy’s 17th consecutive quarterly dividend under its capital return policy, with total cash dividends for 2025 of $0.43 per common share, underscoring the Company’s commitment to disciplined capital allocation and consistent shareholder returns.
For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, Seanergy generated Net Revenues of $49.4 million, up from $41.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2024. Net Income and Adjusted Net Income for the quarter were $12.5 million and $14.4 million, respectively, compared to Net Income of $6.6 million and Adjusted Net Income of $7.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2024. Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $28.9 million, compared to $20.4 million in the same period of 2024. The fleet achieved a daily Time Charter Equivalent (“TCE”) of $26,614 for the fourth quarter of 2025.
For the full year 2025, Seanergy delivered Net Revenues of $158.1 million, compared to $167.5 million in 2024. Net Income and Adjusted Net Income were $21.2 million and $26.7 million, respectively, compared to Net Income of $43.5 million and Adjusted Net Income of $48.8 million in 2024. Adjusted EBITDA for the twelve months was $81.7 million, compared to $98.4 million for 2024. The daily TCE rate of the fleet for 2025 was $20,937, compared to $25,063 in 2024. The average daily OPEX was $7,127 compared to $6,976 in 2024.
Cash and cash-equivalents and restricted cash, as of December 31, 2025, stood at $62.7 million. Stockholders’ equity at the end of the fourth quarter was $281.4 million. Long-term debt (senior loans and other financial liabilities) net of deferred charges stood at $290.2 million, while the book value of the fleet was $506.7 million, including vessels under construction.
Stamatis Tsantanis, the Company’s Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, stated:
“Driven by a strong Capesize market, Seanergy delivered a very strong fourth quarter, marking our fifth consecutive year of profitability. This performance reflects the durability of our pure-play Capesize strategy, disciplined balance sheet management, and our ability to consistently capture market upside.
“We remain firmly focused on delivering consistent shareholder returns. In 2025, we distributed $0.43 per common share in cash dividends, and with the declaration of the Q4 dividend of $0.20 per common share, we marked our 17th consecutive quarterly dividend. Since launching our dividend program, we have returned $2.64 per common share, or approximately $51.2 million, to our shareholders, underscoring both the strong earnings capacity of our fleet and our disciplined approach to capital allocation.
“Looking ahead, market fundamentals remain constructive as we move into 2026. Robust iron ore and bauxite trade flows, limited Capesize newbuilding supply, and favorable ton-mile dynamics continue to support earnings visibility. With a high-quality fleet, predominantly index-linked employment, and balanced leverage profile, we believe Seanergy is well positioned to capture meaningful upside in this favorable environment.
“Our fleet renewal program is progressing as planned and remains a core strategic priority. In recent months, we added two prompt, eco newbuilding orders at leading Chinese shipyards: a scrubber-fitted Capesize sister vessel to the unit previously announced, scheduled for delivery in Q3 2027, and a scrubber-fitted Newcastlemax scheduled for delivery in Q2 2028. The total current newbuilding investment of approximately $226 million reflects our intention to continue pursuing selective and prompt newbuilding opportunities when market conditions and financing terms are favorably aligned.
“In parallel, and taking advantage of firm secondhand values, we recently agreed to sell the 2010-built Dukeship through an 18-month bareboat arrangement, crystallizing a solid price and generating positive cash flows through the bareboat period. We continue to actively evaluate opportunities to optimize our fleet through selective acquisitions and targeted disposals, while keeping long-term shareholder value and returns as a top priority.
“On the commercial front, we secured index-linked renewals for five vessels, maintaining full participation in a strengthening market while selectively utilizing FFAs to manage volatility. This disciplined approach continues to deliver strong commercial performance. For the first quarter of 2026, we estimate a daily TCE of approximately $25,300, representing a 14% premium to the prevailing AV5 BCI year-to-date, based on the current FFA curve, with approximately 77% of available days fixed at an average rate of $24,739.
“Seanergy enters 2026 from a position of financial strength, operational excellence, and strategic clarity, with a clear path toward continued per-share value creation for our shareholders.”
______________________________ 2 This guidance is based on certain assumptions and the Company cannot provide assurance that these TCE rate estimates, or projected utilization rates will be realized. TCE estimates include certain floating (index) to fixed rate conversions concluded in previous periods. For vessels on index-linked T/Cs, the TCE rate realized will vary with the underlying index, and for the purposes of this guidance, the BCI 5TC 180 rate assumed for the remaining operating days of the quarter for an index-linked T/C is equal to $27,830 (based on the FFA curve as of February 12, 2026). Spot estimates are provided using the load-to-discharge method of accounting. The rates quoted are for days currently contracted. Increased ballast days at the end of the quarter will reduce the additional revenues that can be booked based on the accounting cut-offs and therefore the resulting TCE rate will be reduced accordingly.
Company Fleet:
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Net income to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation:
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Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (“EBITDA”) represents the sum of net income, net interest and finance costs, depreciation and amortization and, if any, income taxes during a period. EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are not recognized measurements under U.S. GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA represents EBITDA adjusted to exclude stock-based compensation, gain on sale of vessel, loss on forward freight agreements, net, loss on extinguishment of debt, and loss / (gain) on FX forwards (“Other, net” in statement of operations), which the Company believes are not indicative of the ongoing performance of its core operations.
EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA are presented as we believe that these measures are useful to investors as a widely used means of evaluating operating profitability. Management also uses these non-GAAP financial measures in making financial, operating and planning decisions and in evaluating the Company’s performance. EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA as presented here may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies. These non-GAAP measures should not be considered in isolation from, as a substitute for, or superior to, financial measures prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Adjusted Net Income Reconciliation and calculation of Adjusted Earnings Per Share
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To derive Adjusted Earnings Per Share, a non-GAAP financial measure, from Net Income, we adjust for dividends and undistributed earnings to non-vested participating securities and exclude non-cash items, as provided in the table above. We believe that Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Earnings Per Share assist our management and investors by increasing the comparability of our performance from period to period since each such measure eliminates the effects of such non-cash items as loss on extinguishment of debt, stock based compensation, loss / (gain) on FX forwards and other items which may vary from year to year, for reasons unrelated to overall operating performance. In addition, we believe that the presentation of the respective measure provides investors with supplemental data relating to our results of operations, and therefore, with a more complete understanding of factors affecting our business than with GAAP measures alone. Our method of computing Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Earnings Per Share may not necessarily be comparable to other similarly titled captions of other companies due to differences in methods of calculation.
First Quarter 2026 TCE Rate Guidance:
As of the date hereof, approximately 77% of the Company fleet’s expected operating days in the first quarter of 2026 have been fixed at an estimated TCE rate of approximately $24,739. Assuming that for the remaining operating days of our index-linked time charters, the BCI 5TC 180 rate will be equal to $27,830 (based on the FFA curve as of February 12, 2026), our estimated TCE rate for the first quarter of 2026 will be approximately $25,2733. The following table provides the breakdown of index-linked charters and fixed-rate charters in the first quarter of 2026:
Fourth Quarter and Recent Developments:
Dividend Distribution for Q3 2025 and Declaration of Q4 2025 Dividend
On January 9, 2026, the Company paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per common share for the third quarter of 2025 to all shareholders of record as of December 29, 2025.
The Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per common share for the fourth quarter of 2025 payable on or about April 10, 2026, to all shareholders of record as of March 27, 2026.
Fleet Updates
Newbuilding Contract for a Newcastlemax Vessel at Hantong Shipyard
In November 2025, the Company entered into an agreement for the acquisition of a newbuilding 211,000 dwt scrubber-fitted Newcastlemax vessel from Jiangsu Hantong Ship Heavy Industry Co., Ltd., with delivery expected in the second quarter of 2028. The purchase price is approximately $75.8 million. The first installment, representing 15% of the purchase price, has already been paid. The remaining installments are linked to the vessel’s construction milestones, with 30% of the purchase price payable over the next 2 years and the remaining 55% upon delivery of the vessel.
The new vessel will be built incorporating the latest technological advancements and eco-friendly design features, resulting in enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions in line with the Company’s ongoing fleet renewal and decarbonization strategy.
Newbuilding Contract for a Second Capesize Vessel at Hengli Shipyard
In January 2026, the Company entered into an agreement with Hengli Shipbuilding (Dalian) Co., Ltd. and Hengli Shipbuilding (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. for the construction of a 181,500 dwt scrubber-fitted Capesize vessel. The contract price is approximately $75.2 million, with delivery expected in the third quarter of 2027. The purchase price will be paid in five installments, linked to the vessel’s construction milestones, with 45% of the purchase price payable over the next 14 months and the remaining 55% upon delivery of the vessel.
The new vessel will be built incorporating the latest technological advancements and eco-friendly design features, resulting in enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced emissions in line with the Company’s ongoing fleet renewal and decarbonization strategy.
M/V Dukeship – Disposal of Vessel through Bareboat Charter
In February 2026, the Company entered into an agreement with United Maritime Corporation (“United”), a related party, for the disposal of the M/V Dukeship through an 18-month bareboat charter. The charter period commenced following the delivery of the vessel on February 12, 2026. United has advanced a downpayment of $5.5 million and will pay a daily charter rate of $9,450, with a purchase obligation of $22.1 million at the end of the bareboat charter. A special committee of disinterested members of our Board of Directors negotiated the terms and approved the agreement.
Commercial Updates
M/V Flagship – New T/C agreement
In December 2025, the M/V Flagship commenced a new T/C agreement with Cargill International SA with the agreement set to terminate between November 1, 2027 to February 1, 2028, each date subject to (+/- 15 days). The daily hire is based on the 5 T/C routes of the BCI, with an option for the Company to fix the rate for 3 to 9 months based on the prevailing Capesize FFA curve.
M/V Paroship – New T/C agreement
In December 2025, the M/V Paroship commenced a new T/C agreement with Oldendorff GMBH & CO. KG., Ltd for a period of about 20 to about 24 months. The daily hire is based on the 5 T/C routes of the BCI, with an option for the Company to fix the rate for 3 to 9 months based on the prevailing Capesize FFA curve. The Company will also receive most of the benefit from the scrubber profit-sharing scheme.
M/V Friendship – New T/C agreement
In January 2026, the M/V Friendship commenced a new T/C agreement with Glencore Freight Pte. Ltd (“Glencore”) for a period of about 10 to about 14 months. The daily hire is based on the 5 T/C routes of the BCI, with an option for the Company to fix the rate for 1 to 9 months based on the prevailing Capesize FFA curve.
M/V Partnership – New T/C agreement
In February 2026, the M/V Partnership commenced a new T/C agreement with Glencore for a period of about 12 to about 15 months. The daily hire is based on the 5 T/C routes of the BCI, with an option for the Company to fix the rate for 1 to 9 months based on the prevailing Capesize FFA curve. The Company will also receive most of the benefit from the scrubber profit-sharing scheme.
M/V Lordship – Time charter extension
In January 2026, the charterer of the M/V Lordship agreed to extend the time charter agreement in direct continuation from the previous agreement. The extension period will commence on August 21, 2026, for a duration of minimum January 1st, 2027 until maximum March 31st, 2027. The Company receives most of the benefit from the scrubber profit-sharing scheme while the daily hire will be based on a revised premium over the BCI.
M/V Hellasship – Time charter extension
In February 2026, the charterer of the M/V Hellasship agreed to extend the time charter agreement in direct continuation from the previous agreement. The extension period will commence on April 9, 2026, for a duration of minimum 12 to maximum 16 months. The daily hire is based on a revised premium over the BCI, while all other main terms of the time charter remain materially the same.
In December 2025, the Company entered into a new sustainability linked loan facility with Danish Ship Finance secured by the M/Vs Fellowship, Premiership, Championship and Flagship to refinance the sale and leaseback agreement for the M/V Flagship and to increase the existing indebtedness of the other three vessels.
The facility includes a new tranche of $16.8 million secured by the M/V Flagship, with a five-year term. The principal is repayable in 20 quarterly installments of $0.8 million each and a balloon of $1.8 million payable together with the final installment. The interest rate is 2.10% plus 3-month Term SOFR and can fluctuate by 0.05% based on certain emission reduction thresholds.
The additional top-up tranche of $7.3 million, secured by the M/Vs Fellowship, Premiership & Championship, has a three-and-a-half year term and is repayable in 14 quarterly payments of $0.5 million resulting in zero outstanding balance at maturity. The interest rate is 1.95% plus 3-month Term SOFR and can fluctuate by 0.05% based on certain emission reduction thresholds.
M/Vs Hellasship, Patriotship, Iconship & Newbuilding Capesize vessel – Huarong Sale and Leaseback agreements
In December 2025, the Company entered into three separate sale and leaseback agreements totaling $72.5 million for the M/Vs Hellasship, Patriotship & Iconship with entities affiliated with China Huarong Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. The proceeds were used to refinance the outstanding indebtedness of the respective vessels under three sale and leaseback agreements with AVIC International Leasing Co., Ltd. On January 8, 2026, the vessels were sold and chartered back on a bareboat basis for a period of 81 months. The Company has continuous options to purchase the vessels at predetermined prices, starting one year after the commencement date and a purchase obligation at expiry date of each charter. The charterhire principal for the three agreements amortizes in 27 quarterly installments of $2.0 million along with the aggregate purchase obligations of $18.3 million at the expiry of the bareboat charters. Each financing bears interest at a rate of 3-month Term SOFR plus 2.00% per annum, 55 bps lower than the rate of the refinanced agreements. The sale and leaseback agreements do not include any financial covenants or security value maintenance provisions.
Regarding the upcoming delivery of our newbuilding Capesize vessel previously announced, the Company has agreed to enter into a sale and leaseback agreement of $56.3 million to partially finance its acquisition with an entity affiliated with China Huarong Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., which will also provide pre-delivery financing for certain installments under the shipbuilding contract. Upon delivery, the vessel will be sold and chartered back for a period of 60 months. The Company will have continuous purchase options at predetermined prices, commencing one year after the charter commencement date and a purchase obligation at the expiry date. The charterhire principal amortizes in 20 quarterly installments of $0.6 million along with a purchase obligation of $43.5 million at the expiry of the bareboat charter. The financing will bear interest at a rate of 3-month Term SOFR plus 1.80% per annum, while pre-delivery financing amounts will accrue interest payable quarterly in arrears. The sale and leaseback agreement will not include any financial covenants or security value maintenance provisions.
M/V Partnership and Newbuilding Newcastlemax vessel – BOCL Sale and Leaseback agreement
The Company is in the process of finalizing a $26.5 million sale and leaseback agreement for the M/V Partnership with an affiliate of BOC Financial Leasing Corporation Limited to refinance the outstanding indebtedness of the respective vessel under the sale and leaseback agreement with Chugoku Bank, Ltd. The agreement will become effective upon the delivery of the M/V Partnership to the lessor which is expected in March 2026. The Company will sell and charter back the vessel on a bareboat basis for a period of 78 months and will have continuous options to repurchase the vessel at any time following the second anniversary of the delivery at predetermined prices as set forth in the agreement. The charterhire principal will amortize in 26 quarterly installments of $0.8 million along with a purchase option of $6.3 million at the expiry of the bareboat charter. The financing will bear an interest rate of 3-month Term SOFR plus 1.85% per annum, 105 bps lower than the rate of the refinanced agreement. The sale and leaseback agreement will not include any financial covenants or security value maintenance provisions.
Regarding the upcoming delivery of our newbuilding Newcastlemax vessel described above, the Company has agreed to enter into a sale and leaseback agreement of $57.8 million to partially finance its acquisition. The lessor will be an affiliate of BOC Financial Leasing Corporation Limited, which will also provide pre-delivery financing for certain installments under the shipsales contract. Upon delivery, the vessel will be sold and chartered back for a period of 96 months. The Company will have continuous purchase options at predetermined prices as set forth in the agreement, commencing two years after the charter commencement date. The charterhire principal will amortize in 32 quarterly installments of $0.7 million along with a purchase option of $36.3 million at the expiry of the bareboat charter. The financing will bear interest at a rate of 3-month Term SOFR plus 1.85% per annum, while pre-delivery financing amounts will accrue interest payable quarterly in arrears. The sale and leaseback agreement will not include any financial covenants or security value maintenance provisions.
Conference Call:
The Company’s management will host a conference call to discuss financial results on February 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
Audio Webcast and Earnings Presentation:
There will be a live, and then archived, webcast of the conference call and accompanying presentation available through the Company’s website. To access the presentation and listen to the archived audio file, visit our website, following the Webcast & Presentations section under our Investor Relations page. Participants to the live webcast should register on Seanergy’s website approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the webcast, following this link.
Conference Call Details:
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About Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.
Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. is a prominent pure-play Capesize shipping company publicly listed in the U.S. Seanergy provides marine dry bulk transportation services through a modern fleet of Capesize vessels. The Company’s operating fleet consists of 19 vessels (2 Newcastlemax and 17 Capesize) with an average age of approximately 14.6 years and an aggregate cargo carrying capacity of 3,452,408 dwt. Upon the delivery of the newbuilding vessels, the Company’s operating fleet will consist of 22 vessels (3 Newcastlemax and 19 Capesize), with an aggregate cargo carrying capacity of 4,025,908 dwt. Additionally, the Company owns one Capesize vessel that has been chartered out on a bareboat basis.
The Company is incorporated in the Republic of the Marshall Islands and has executive offices in Glyfada, Greece. The Company’s common shares trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “SHIP”.
This press release contains forward-looking statements (as defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) concerning future events, including with respect to declaration of dividends, market trends and shareholder returns. Words such as “may”, “should”, “expects”, “intends”, “plans”, “believes”, “anticipates”, “hopes”, “estimates” and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements involve known and unknown risks and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates, which are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Actual results differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, the Company’s operating or financial results; the Company’s liquidity, including its ability to service its indebtedness; competitive factors in the market in which the Company operates; shipping industry trends, including charter rates, vessel values and factors affecting vessel supply and demand; future, pending or recent acquisitions and dispositions, business strategy, impacts of litigation, areas of possible expansion or contraction, and expected capital spending or operating expenses; risks associated with operations outside the United States; risks arising from trade disputes between the U.S. and China, including the re-imposition of reciprocal port fees; broader market impacts arising from trade disputes or war (or threatened war) or international hostilities, such as between the U.S. and Venezuela, Israel and Hamas or Iran, China and Taiwan and Russia and Ukraine; risks associated with the length and severity of pandemics; and other factors listed from time to time in the Company’s filings with the SEC, including its most recent annual report on Form 20-F. The Company’s filings can be obtained free of charge on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Except to the extent required by law, the Company expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations with respect thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based.
End-to-End Ground System Will Maximize the Full Capabilities of Advanced Software-Defined Satellite
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS), a technology company in Defense, National Security and Global Markets, today announced that Airbus Defence and Space has awarded Kratos a contract to deliver a ground segment for its customer Space Communication Technologies (SCT) SPC to support the OmanSat-1 software-defined satellite.
With the growing need for mission flexibility to deliver high throughput services, Oman’s national satellite operator, SCT selected Airbus Defence and Space to deliver OmanSat-1, a fully reconfigurable high-throughput OneSat satellite and the associated ground system. Airbus selected Kratos to deliver the integrated ground system to operate the OmanSat-1 software-defined satellite.
Elodie Viau, Senior Vice President of Telecommunication and Navigation for Airbus Defence and Space, said, “The OmanSat-1 satellite uses a flexible OneSat payload architecture that needs a ground system that is just as dynamic to support the reconfiguration of the satellite and the monitoring of the signals to enable troubleshooting and performance reporting. Building on our successful collaboration across multiple OneSat programs, Kratos will deliver the ground system that works in tandem with the OmanSat-1 satellite, enabling SCT to provide high-throughput services while providing extensive flexibility, serving Oman and the region and expanding to access East African and East Asian markets.”
Reinforcing the need for satellites and ground systems to escape legacy silos and work together in tandem, Luke Wyles, an analyst with Analysys Mason explained in a recent white paper that “in order to optimize the resource allocation on the Software-Defined Satellite (SDS), the network must be orchestrated, reconfiguring the space and ground segment in unison to meet changing demands.”
Bruno Dupas, Vice President of Kratos Space, said, “Kratos is integrating the ground system with Airbus’ mission and control platform to manage and monitor the satellite payload while intelligently orchestrating ground resources. This will enable SCT to dynamically plan spectrum, seamlessly coordinate payload configurations with ground assets, and do so far faster and in a more automated fashion than ever before.”
Kratos will deliver the ground segment that will include the capability to configure and monitor the satellite, optimize and setup the payload using integrated Airbus components, monitor the performance of the entire system from the satellite to the ground and orchestrate part of the operations. The implementation will include Ka-Band telemetry, tracking and command (TT&C) antennas, monitor and control and carrier monitoring software, command, control and flight dynamics capabilities and the orchestration system. Leveraging its office in Oman, Kratos will also perform site surveys, install and commission equipment, deliver training and provide support for the delivery.
Kratos has a proven track record of delivering state-of-the-art ground solutions and is at the forefront of developing new capabilities to support today’s software-defined satellites. This includes the recent successful completion of the first factory acceptance test of Kratos’ Epoch command and control (C2) system with Airbus’ OneSat software-defined satellite. Kratos also brings a breadth of experience across the ground segment in areas such as satellite C2; TT&C; payload operations; network management and spectrum monitoring to deliver integrated satellite and ground system solutions.
About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS) is a technology, products, system and software company addressing the defense, national security, and commercial markets. Kratos makes true internally funded research, development, capital and other investments, to rapidly develop, produce and field solutions that address our customers’ mission critical needs and requirements. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we seek to utilize proven, leading edge approaches and technology, not unproven bleeding edge approaches or technology, with Kratos’ approach designed to reduce cost, schedule and risk, enabling us to be first to market with cost effective solutions. We believe that Kratos is known as an innovative disruptive change agent in the industry, a company that is an expert in designing products and systems up front for successful rapid, large quantity, low-cost future manufacturing which is a value add competitive differentiator for our large traditional prime system integrator partners and also to our government and commercial customers. Kratos intends to pursue program and contract opportunities as the prime or lead contractor when we believe that our probability of win (PWin) is high and any investment required by Kratos is within our capital resource comfort level. We intend to partner and team with a large, traditional system integrator when our assessment of PWin is greater or required investment is beyond Kratos’ comfort level. Kratos’ primary business areas include virtualized ground systems for satellites and space vehicles including software for command & control (C2) and telemetry, tracking and control (TT&C), jet powered unmanned aerial drone systems, advanced vehicles and rocket systems, propulsion systems for drones, missiles, loitering munitions, supersonic systems, space craft and launch systems, C5ISR and microwave electronic products for missile, radar, missile defense, space, satellite, counter UAS, directed energy, communication and other systems, and virtual & augmented reality training systems for the warfighter. For more information, visit www.KratosDefense.com.
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Alan Smith, Vice President and General Manager of Graham Manufacturing to retire in April 2026 and will serve in an advisory role moving forward
William Zmyndak is expected to assume the role of Vice President and General Manager of Graham Manufacturing upon Mr. Smith’s retirement
Additionally, the Company announces the appointments of Keith Oufnac as Chief Information Officer and Rachel Jaakkola as Chief Human Resources Officer
BATAVIA, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Graham Corporation (NYSE: GHM) (“GHM” or the “Company”), a global leader in the design and manufacture of mission critical fluid, power, heat transfer vacuum, and advanced mixing technologies for the Defense, Energy & Process and Space industries, today announced the appointment of William Zmyndak, Deputy General Manager of Graham Manufacturing.
As part of a proactive succession plan, Alan Smith, currently Vice President and General Manager of Graham Manufacturing, will transition to a consulting and advisory role beginning in April 2026. In this capacity, Mr. Smith will continue to support the business and leadership team through a transition period upon his retirement. Effective April 2026, Mr. Zmyndak will assume the role of Vice President and General Manager of Graham Manufacturing upon Alan’s retirement.
Mr. Zmyndak brings more than three decades of manufacturing and operational leadership experience, including senior leadership and P&L responsibility across complex, multi-site aerospace and industrial businesses. Prior to joining Graham, he served as Vice President and General Manager at ITT Control Technologies, where he led operations across multiple U.S. and international locations and drove margin expansion, operational excellence, and growth initiatives. Earlier in his career, Mr. Zmyndak held senior leadership roles at Kaman Aerosystems, Chromalloy, Barnes Aerospace, and Pratt & Whitney. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Purdue University and a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering from Boston University.
In addition to this leadership transition, the Company announced two key leadership appointments that further strengthen its executive team.
Keith Oufnac has been appointed Chief Information Officer. Mr. Oufnac has more than 20 years of experience leading digital transformation, IT strategy, and cybersecurity initiatives across defense, aerospace, and highly regulated industries. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Information Technology at Bollinger Shipyards, where he led enterprise-wide infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity enhancements, and large-scale systems integration efforts, including support for significant acquisition activity.
Rachel Jaakkola has been appointed Chief Human Resources Officer. Ms. Jaakkola is a seasoned human resources executive with over a decade of experience building and scaling people organizations within aerospace, defense, and energy companies. She has a proven track record in talent strategy, leadership development, employee engagement, and M&A integration. Prior to joining Graham, Ms. Jaakkola served in senior HR leadership roles at Barber-Nichols, where she established and led the human resources function through periods of significant growth and organizational transformation.
Matthew J. Malone, President and Chief Executive Officer of Graham Corporation, said, “Alan has been instrumental in strengthening Graham Manufacturing for over 30 years of his career, and we are grateful for his continued support during the transition. Will brings extensive operational and P&L leadership experience across complex manufacturing environments, along with a strong commitment to people and execution. I am confident he is the right leader to build on our momentum and continue driving operational excellence and growth. The additions of Keith and Rachel further strengthen our leadership team as we invest in the systems, people and capabilities needed to support our long-term strategy.”
About Graham Corporation
Graham is a global leader in the design and manufacture of mission-critical fluid, power, heat transfer, vacuum, and advanced mixing technologies for the Defense, Energy & Process, and Space industries. Graham Corporation and its family of global brands are built upon world-renowned engineering expertise, proprietary technologies, as well as its responsive and flexible service and the unsurpassed quality customers have come to expect from the Company’s products and systems. Graham Corporation routinely posts news and other important information on its website, grahamcorp.com, where additional information on Graham Corporation and its businesses can be found.
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Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions and are identified by words such as “continue,” “expects,” “will,” “plan” and other similar words. All statements addressing operating performance, events, or developments that Graham Corporation expects or anticipates will occur in the future, including but not limited to, expected future management personnel changes and the timing of such changes, expected expansion and growth opportunities, and its growth strategy, are forward-looking statements. Because they are forward-looking, they should be evaluated in light of important risk factors and uncertainties. These risk factors and uncertainties are more fully described in Graham Corporation’s most recent Annual Report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), included under the heading entitled “Risk Factors”, and in other reports filed with the SEC.
Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize or should any of Graham Corporation’s underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those currently anticipated. In addition, undue reliance should not be placed on Graham Corporation’s forward-looking statements. Except as required by law, Graham Corporation disclaims any obligation to update or publicly announce any revisions to any of the forward-looking statements contained in this news release.
Iran on Tuesday announced a partial and temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important oil chokepoints, as the country conducts military drills in the waterway. The move comes as Tehran and the United States hold renewed nuclear negotiations in Geneva, raising tensions across global energy markets.
According to Iranian state media, the closure is tied to a Revolutionary Guard exercise described as a “Smart Control” drill aimed at strengthening operational readiness and reinforcing deterrence capabilities. Officials characterized the move as precautionary and temporary, designed to ensure shipping safety during live-fire activities in designated areas of the strait.
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow but critical passage linking oil producers in the Middle East with key markets in Asia, Europe, and beyond. Roughly 13 million barrels per day of crude oil passed through the waterway in 2025, accounting for approximately 31% of global seaborne crude flows, according to market intelligence firm Kpler. Any disruption — even a short-term one — carries significant implications for global energy security and oil price stability.
Markets reacted swiftly to the news, though the response was measured. Oil prices initially climbed on fears of supply interruptions but later pared gains as reports indicated that shipping delays would likely be minimal and temporary. Brent crude futures fell 1.8% to $67.48 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate slipped 0.4% to $62.65.
Shipping industry representatives suggested the impact would likely be limited. The live-fire exercise overlaps with part of the inbound traffic lane of the strait’s Traffic Separation Scheme, prompting vessels to avoid the area for several hours. Given heightened geopolitical tensions in the region, commercial shipping operators are expected to comply fully with Iranian guidance to minimize risk.
The timing of the maneuver is particularly significant. It marks the first partial shutdown of the strait since January, when U.S. President Donald Trump threatened potential military action against Tehran. The renewed nuclear discussions in Geneva are aimed at resolving long-standing disputes over Iran’s nuclear program. Iranian officials indicated that both sides reached an understanding on certain guiding principles during the talks, though substantial work remains before any formal agreement is achieved.
Energy markets remain sensitive to developments in the region. The combination of diplomatic negotiations and visible military positioning has heightened uncertainty, even as oil supply continues to flow. While Tuesday’s closure appears temporary and controlled, it serves as a reminder of how quickly geopolitical risks can ripple through commodity markets.
For investors and policymakers, the episode reinforces a broader truth: chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz represent both physical and psychological pressure points in the global energy system. Even limited disruptions can trigger volatility, particularly when layered on top of fragile diplomatic dynamics.
As negotiations continue, traders will closely monitor shipping flows, military activity, and official statements from both Tehran and Washington. In a world where energy markets remain tightly interconnected, stability in the Strait of Hormuz is not just a regional concern — it is a global one.
The GEO Group, Inc. (NYSE: GEO) is a leading diversified government service provider, specializing in design, financing, development, and support services for secure facilities, processing centers, and community reentry centers in the United States, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. GEO’s diversified services include enhanced in-custody rehabilitation and post-release support through the award-winning GEO Continuum of Care®, secure transportation, electronic monitoring, community-based programs, and correctional health and mental health care. GEO’s worldwide operations include the ownership and/or delivery of support services for 103 facilities totaling approximately 83,000 beds, including idle facilities and projects under development, with a workforce of up to approximately 18,000 employees.
Joe Gomes, CFA, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
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Overview. The GEO Group reported solid fourth quarter operating results. The census across the Company’s active ICE facilities have continued to steadily increase from the third quarter at approximately 22,000 to presently approximately 24,000, which is the highest level of ICE populations in the Company’s history. Mix change in the ISAP program could lead to higher revenue, even with relatively stable populations.
4Q25 Results. Revenue of $707.7 million was above our $665 million estimate and is up 16.5% year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter of 2025 was approximately $126 million, up from approximately $108 million reported for the prior year’s fourth quarter. We were at $120 million. Adjusted EPS came in at $0.25 compared to $0.13 in 4Q24.
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Q4 results. Q4 revenue of $770 million was modestly below our estimate of $778 million, driven by ongoing softness in the Commercial segment, while adj. EBITDA of $50 million exceeded our estimate of $41 million as cost performance improved, resulting in a 6.5% adj. EBITDA margin.
New CEO outlines action plan. CEO Harsha V. Agadi outlined a framework centered on faster decision-making, reduced organizational complexity, and a “fix, sell, or grow” review of every business unit, with emphasis on financial discipline, cost reduction, and converting the pipeline into sustainable organic revenue and EBITDA growth.
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Kelly (Nasdaq: KELYA, KELYB) connects talented people to companies in need of their skills in areas including Science, Engineering, Education, Office, Contact Center, Light Industrial, and more. We’re always thinking about what’s next in the evolving world of work, and we help people ditch the script on old ways of thinking and embrace the value of all workstyles in the workplace. We directly employ nearly 350,000 people around the world and connect thousands more with work through our global network of talent suppliers and partners in our outsourcing and consulting practice. Revenue in 2021 was $4.9 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and let us help with what’s next for you.
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Overview. Kelly’s fourth quarter continued to be impacted by many of the same trends evident in previous quarters, most notably discrete impacts associated with reduced demand for U.S. federal government contractors and from three large commercial customers. Employers continue to take a cautious approach to hiring amid a mixed labor market. However, the Company was able to capitalize on positive trends in each of the segments.
4Q25 Results. Revenue was $1.05 billion, down 11.9% y-o-y, but down only 3.9% excluding the discrete impacts associated with reduced demand for U.S. federal government contractors and from three large commercial customers. Gross margin declined 150 bps to 18.8%. Adjusted EBITDA totaled $12 million, or a 2.0% margin, compared to $43.5 million, or 3.7% margin, last year. Adjusted EPS was $0.16 versus $0.79 in 4Q24.
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CoreCivic is a diversified, government-solutions company with the scale and experience needed to solve tough government challenges in flexible, cost-effective ways. We provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through high-quality corrections and detention management, a network of residential and non-residential alternatives to incarceration to help address America’s recidivism crisis, and government real estate solutions. We are the nation’s largest owner of partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities, and believe we are the largest private owner of real estate used by government agencies in the United States. We have been a flexible and dependable partner for government for nearly 40 years. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to help government better the public good. Learn more at www.corecivic.com.
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Overview. CoreCivic reported a strong 4Q25, with management revenue from U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), CXW’s largest government partner, more than doubling from the fourth quarter of 2024. Revenue from state customers increased 5.0% y-o-y. CoreCivic’s balance sheet remains strong, ending the quarter with leverage, measured as net debt to adjusted EBITDA, at 2.8x for the trailing twelve months.
4Q25 Results. Revenue was $603.9 million, up from $479.3 million in 4Q24 and our $595.8 million estimate, driven by higher populations. Adjusted EBITDA totaled $92.5 million, compared to $74.2 million last year and our $80.9 million projection. Adjusted EPS was $0.27 versus $0.16 last year.
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